Velma Jean Upton Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Velma Jean Upton of Burlington, Iowa, whose life came to an end on October 8, 2024 at the age of 93, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Velma Jean Upton to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Earl Leslie and Elsie Mae Dearmin Smith; her husband Frank Orville Upton; her brother Ralph Smith; her son Steve Upton; and her granddaughter Mary Jean Rodgers.
She is survived by: her children, Craig Upton (Lori), Lori McCreight (late Dave) of Sperry, IA and Cheryl Ross (late Sam) of Burlington, IA; her grandchildren, Bryon Upton, Brandon Upton, Josh Upton, Daniel McCreight (Jackie), Jessica Yaley (Brandon) and John Rodgers (Janelle); her great grandchildren, Max Gerst, Mary Gerst, Leonard McCreight, Elijah Rodgers and Weston Rodgers; and her siblings, Veda Burkey of New London, IA, Evelyn Vance of Burlington, IA and John Smith of Morning Sun, IA..
A memorial has been established for Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House.
