Verna Walker Lovgren, age 89 of Monroe, Georgia passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
Verna was born on June 6, 1934 in Fitzgerald, Georgia to the late Marcus Walker and the late Kathleen Tomberlin Walker. She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Herbert U. Lovgren.
Raised on a farm in South Georgia, Verna graduated from Fitzgerald High School before attending business school in Atlanta She enjoyed working for the City of Atlanta before marriage to Herb in 1957. A lover of history, genealogy, and laughter, she nurtured her family with loyalty, patience, and great joy. Her life demonstrated the value of hard work and the blessing of a Christian heritage.
Greatly loved by her family, Verna is survived by her daughter, Victoria (Bill) Landers; sons, Martin (Robin) Lovgren and Jack (Becky) Lovgren; sisters, Euphanelle Roberts and Rubye Claire Laminack; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM at First Baptist Church of Monroe, the Rev. Todd Ware officiating. Visitation will begin in the sanctuary at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow on Wednesday at 2:00 PM at Evergreen Cemetery in Fitzgerald, Georgia.
Donations can be made to First Baptist Church of Monroe, 202 McDaniel St. Monroe, Georgia 30655.
Meadows Funeral Home, Inc. and Paulk Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements.