Laverne Mcgarrell

EULOGY
FOR
LAVERNE AMANDA McGARRELL

Now the laborer’s task is o’er
Now the battle day is past
Now upon the farther shore
Lands the voyager at last.
(John Ellerton)

LaVerne Amanda McGarrell was born, raised, and educated in Guyana, South America. She was the daughter of Arnold and Selma McGarrell.
Our sister, Verne, was a gift from the heavens. She had a constant smile and a sunny disposition with a great sense of humour. The warmth and happiness she brought to us and everyone else cannot be overstated. The strength she possessed wasn’t flashy or in your face. In many ways Verne was a quiet, unassuming person who just got on with things. However, it was beneath the surface that her principles and determination lay. If she had a point to make, she made sure, very quietly, that that point was made and understood. We are forever grateful for the treasured memories we have, memories that will never be forgotten.
Auntie Verne had fourteen plus children who she cherished and on whom she lavished unconditional love. She was patient, and generous, with her time and affection. She made time to listen to our problems, and was able to provide wisdom and advice that you may need at just the right time. Auntie Verne was compassionate and loving. This attitude meant that we never felt anything other than love and safety with her.
Auntie Verne, we love you and miss you. Your legacy will continue to shine through us. Sleep on, our beautiful Auntie, Sister, Relative, Friend. You have gone home.
“Now you understand
Just why my head’s not bowed.
I don’t shout or jump about
Or have to talk real loud.
When you see me passing
It ought to make you proud
‘Cause I’m a phenomenal woman
That’s me, Laverne Amanda McGarrell”
(Maya Angelou)


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ATTENTION: During the continuing COVID-19 crisis, as we slowly phase back into smaller capacity public visitations/services, we need your help in limiting and controlling the number of people, so please govern yourself accordingly for the health & safety of all. Thank you so kindly!

A Walk-Thru Wake/Visitation/Viewing will be held on Fri. August 26th, 12Noon-1:00PM at Chatterton Hill Church with limited capacity, followed by Funeral Service at 1:00PM. But the church will be live-streaming the service on ZOOM, also available on our website, the day of the service where it says WATCH WEBCAST, so you're able to view there/here also/instead. So you may come to the church to try to attend, with your masks on. At the very least you can get hand sanitizer & sign the register book (NOTE: please feel free to bring your own pen). If not at capacity, you will be allowed in to have a seat; but if at capacity by the time you get there, you may be required to leave the premises after signing register book, so as not to be in violation nor cause a health hazard, so please govern yourself accordingly. Regardless of if you're able to enter/be seated, or not, please refrain from touching/hugging/handshaking, ONLY elbow bumping briefly if at all. If instructed, PLEASE KINDLY RESPECTFULLY leave the building & premises if the church is at their capacity. PLEASE KINDLY RESPECTFULLY follow & abide by the directions of the funeral home staff and/or church or cemetery personnel at all times. We Thank You in advance for following directions & policies, so as to make all go smoothly the day of the services, to eliminate further burden on the family, and to maintain the health & safety of All. Any questions, or if any clarity is needed, please call ahead to the funeral home and/or church, and/or speak to us from a safe distance if present.

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The Entire Staff of Lee's Funeral Home, LLC respects that the family of LaVerne McGarrell entrusted the care of their loved one to us, and that they value the level of service & attention our funeral home provides. We are honored, in turn, to provide comfort, assistance and service to the family of LaVerne McGarrell during their time of bereavement.

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Please leave written condolences now herein on the Memory Wall to express your sorrow, share your memories, and as an expression of sympathy & way to communicate with/offer comfort to the family, that they and others may see, and may be a lasting tribute in her honor, whether you're able to attend or not. Definitely Please SIGN IN on the Memory Wall as a virtual way of signing the register book, especially if choosing to stay safe/not able to sign in person.

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You MUST come to the church & cemetery wearing a mask, & wear a mask inside the church, and social distance as much as possible at all times. If you know you have a coronovirus/COVID-19; are sick/experiencing symptoms of coronovirus/COVID-19; are immuno-compromised and/or have health/other conditions that make your body more susceptible to illness, please do NOT attend any services nor come to either facility. Please feel free to bring & use your own pen for signing the family's register book - you are encouraged to please BRING & use your own PEN for signing. Please follow & abide by the rules of the church & cemetery, and directions of the funeral home staff, church and/or cemetery personnel at all times. We Thank You in advance for following directions & any policies, so as to make all go smoothly the day of the services, to eliminate further burden on the family, and to maintain the health & safety of All. Any questions, or if any clarity is needed, please call ahead to the church and/or funeral home, and/or speak to us from a safe distance if present.

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As a lasting tribute, you may choose to plant a tree, and/or a contribution may be made in her name/memory/honor to her church and/or a charity of your choice. If sending flowers, they may be delivered either on Thurs. Aug. 25th, 2022 by/before 6:00PM to Lee's Funeral Home, and/or on Fri. Aug. 26th by 11:30am to Chatterton Hill Church. The Family Thanks You!