Velma Dean Saunders

Manteo- Velma Dean Saunders died peacefully in her home on Thursday June 21st 2012. She was the wife of the late Buck Calvin Saunders ” Buck C” . She is survived by her daughter Wanda Saunders McMahon and husband Tom McMahon of Manteo NC a son Ernest Saunders of Deland FL. Two grandchildren Sarah

Margaret Saunders of Manteo NC and Lance Lee Saunders of Zephyrills FL. Two great grandchildren Waden Jace Midgett “Jace” and Ava Grace Saunders both of Manteo NC. She is also survived by two sisters Melva T. Hardison of Camden NC, Dawn B. Miller and husband David Miller of Plymouth NC. One brother Jay Twiford of Elizabeth city NC a numerous niece’s and nephew’s and numerous great niece’s and nephew’s.

A celebration of life will be held at Gallop Funeral Services Nags Head Chapel. Viewing will take place from 1pm to 2pm Tuesday June 26th with services to follow at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to ICO Interfaith Community Outreach or the Cancer Society of America.

Condolences to the family may be expressed via the on-line register at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.