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Alma LaVerne Volk
Alma LaVerne Volk, 93, of Jarvisburg, NC passed away peacefully from natural causes at her home on Monday, July 20, 2026. She was surrounded by her loving family.
“LaVerne” as she was best known- was born in Wetumka, OK on November 24, 1932 to the late Alma Simpson and the late Vernie Lorenzo McLeod. She grew up in Wewoka, OK where she attended Wewoka High School.LaVerne had a silent strength that carried her through life with grace and resilience. Retiring at the age of 79, she worked many dedicated years with the Ace Hardware company in The Outer Banks of North Carolina. LaVerne shared 68 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, the late Gerald “Jerry” Volk. Together they built a family that was the center of her life.
She is lovingly remembered by her six surviving children; Deborah Cowan, of Harbinger, NC, Donna Volk of Richmond, VA, Ricky Volk (Marcy) of Roanoke, VA, J. Denise Griggs (David) of Point Harbor, NC, T. Dianne Dobbins (John) of Winchester, MA and Deanna Volk (Cole Drew) of Jarvisburg, NC. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren; seven great-children; and one sister, Virginia Greenwood.
In addition to her parents and her husband, LaVerne was preceded in death by her son, Ronnie Volk; two of her siblings, Edna Crow and Donald McLeod; and one grandchild, Bridget Dobbins.The family sincerely appreciates the compassionate care provided by Amedisys Hospice, especially Amy, Tuwanda and Candi. A private memorial service will be held at a future date. Gallop Funeral Services is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at Gallopfuneralservices.com.
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Gmom was the very best and is already loved and missed by so many!! Love you ALL💜🫶🙌
Denise, I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet Mom. She was such a kind and strong lady and I treasure the time I was able to work with her. She was definitely one of those few who made the world around her a better place. Sending prayers of comfort and peace to your family, Denise.
Laverne was a very intelligent woman! She was also a great mother
I will cherish the years we worked together. Laverne was one of the sweetest people I knew. May your memories bring you comfort.
I am so saddened by this message of your mom's passing. She was such a kind lady.
I have known LaVerne for many years. She was always easy to talk to and treated as one of her own. I'm certain she is reunited with Jerry and happy as a lark. Love, Dave
Diane and family, I am saddened to read of your mother’s passing. Loss is never easy. Please know that ya’ll are in my prayers.
Deanna and family, So sorry about your Mom. Sending you and your family prayers for comfort and strength to get thru this difficult time. Rest in peace Cosey Rosey you will be missed.
To Debbie and Deanna and all the family, Laverne was the calm reassuring voice on the line when you needed something answered during my time with Ace/ Dareware. She was a joy to work with always pleasant and kind. I know you will miss her. God’s Love and Peace.
Laverne will live on in all the hearts and lives she touched. She was an incredible mentor. She was an incredible example, As a mother, as a boss and as a friend. I will miss her advice, friendship, love and her wisdom. Love to her wonderful family. You are all in my prayers and heart.
