Velma Jean Smith "TCB VEL", age 68, of Toledo, passed away December 2, 2013. Velma was born January 1, 1945 in Sylvania to David and Hazel (Paschen) Miller. She was a courageous breast cancer survivor, being diagnosed in 2010. Vel loved to travel, sing karaoke, was a life long Elvis fanatic and was loved worldwide.
Velma is survived by her loving husband Thomas of 47 wonderful years; loving children, Michael (Chawee), Michele Gaertner, Edward (Christine), Ronald (Lisa), Susan Smith; 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild; sisters, Donna Young, Betty Miller and 3 half sisters; also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Sadly, she was preceded in death by her parents, David and Hazel; sisters, Rose Hara and Jeannette Duffy; and 2 grandchildren.
The family will receive guests Monday, December 9, 2013 from 2-8 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home 4150 W. Laskey Road, (419-473-0300). Funeral Services will begin Tuesday, December 10, at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Toledo Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions suggested to her Family or the Susan G. Komen Foundation of Northwest Ohio.
Thank you for keeping Velma and her family in your thoughts and prayers.