Mrs. Verdia Betrice McShann, age 80 went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 31, 2010.
Verdia was born to the union of Jessie and Irene (Woodfork) Wilford on December 31, 1929 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was a high school graduate. and was associated as an employee of Holiday Inn, Bama Pie and Kress's store for a number of years. She was a faithful member of the Vernon A.M.E. Church.
She leaves behind to mourn, her daughter, Wanda Shepherd of Tulsa and a sister Lillie Ann Howard also of Tulsa, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Memorial services for Mrs. McShann will be held on Monday, November 8, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Vernon A.M.E. Church with Rev. Michelle K.T. Moulden officiating.
I have been a blessed individual in this life to have met Ms. McShann. I had the fortune to meet her through the SoonerRide program. I took her to numerous medical appointments and became close to her through the years. She would always admonish me to take better care of myself due to the many hours of driving for the program. I came to love her dearly and tried to stay in phone contact with her as well. I want to let the family know I personally share the grief of her loss. Our loss is definitely Heaven's gain. I love you Ms McShann & I am SO eternally grateful you came across my path in this life.
Allan Mears
Ms. Verdie was a delightful person. Upon meeting her for the first time, she immediately became a part of "our family" and we became "her daughters". I was saddened to hear of her Homegoing. I know this classy lady is in Heaven putting on a fashion show for all of those around her. My prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Deborah Carr