Velma Jean Heinrichs

Sept. 13, 1935– Nov. 26, 2023

Velma Jean Heinrichs (Sawatzky) 88, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2023 at Corn Heritage Village.

She was a member of the Corn Mennonite Brethren Church.

Velma was born September 13, 1935 to Isaac and Lena Sawatzky near Weatherford Oklahoma.

Velma was raised on the farm and attended school in Corn.

Velma married the love of her life Willard on June 3, 1955.

Together they farmed and did custom wheat harvesting.

They raised 3 children Douglas, Roxane and Karla.

In retirement they enjoyed many years of traveling and going to watch their grandson play basketball.

Velma was involved in volunteering at church and the Et Cetra shop for many years.

She touched many with her caregiving spirt and joy of cooking and baking.

Velma is survived by one son Douglas Heinrichs and wife, Marlene of Cordell; two daughters Roxane Paone and husband Tommy of Corn and Karla Heinrichs of Concord, CA; one brother Jerry Sawatzky and wife Joyce of Amarillo, TX and four grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Willard Heinrichs; and one brother, Lloyd Sawatzky.

Funeral services for Velma will be held Thursday, November 30, 2023, 10:00 A.M. in Corn Mennonite Brethren Church with Pastor Tim Sandy officiating. Burial will follow in Corn Mennonite Brethren Cemetery under the direction of Lockstone Funeral Home.