Visitation: Family will greet visitors one hour prior to the service.
Service: Funeral services will begin at 2:30 Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Canton Lutheran Church, Canton, SD.
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Geraldine Verley, age 96 years and 7 months, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services will begin at 2:30 Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Canton Lutheran Church, Canton, SD. Family will greet visitors one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Canton Lutheran Church or the Canton Ministerial Association.
Geraldine (Gerry) was born in Castlewood, SD on July 3, 1929 to Leon and Shirley (Rounds) Calvert. (Gerry was always told that she was almost a firecracker). Gerry attended high school in Florida and Castlewood and graduated from Castlewood, SD High School. Gerry married the love of her life, Lloyd Verley from Davis, SD on March 1, 1949 in Luverne, MN.
Gerry and Lloyd moved to Canton, SD in 1954 with their oldest son, Doug, who was born in 1952 in Brookings, SD. Two years later their second son, David was born in Canton, SD. Gerry and Lloyd provided a loving and nurturing home for their two sons. Gerry worked part time as a house cleaner and a furniture refinisher.
Gerry was an active member of Canton Lutheran Church. She loved her church and provided help whenever she could over the years.
Geraldine is survived by two sons, Doug (Julie) Verley of Canton, SD; David (Dianna) Verley of Owatonna, MN; five grandchildren, Laura (Steve) Blankenship, Rachel Verley, Brian (Megan) Verley, Kyle (Valerie) Verley, and Scott (Carly) Verley; nine great grandchildren, Kayden (Izabel) Verley, Katherine Willams, Weston Verley, Ellis Verley, Gavin Blankenship, Oliver Verley, Jasper Verley, Quinn Verley, and Crew Verley.
Preceding Geraldine in death was her husband, Lloyd, of 63 years, her parents, and her four sisters, Welva, Jean, Donna, and Shirley.
SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF GERRY. SHE WAS A SWEETHEART OF A LADY. ALWAYS SO VERY NICE TO ME.
I’m so sorry to hear this. I have many wonderful memories of her when I was growing up next to her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing, I enjoyed seeing her wonderful smile and talking with her whenever I visited at Hiawatha Heights.
Sympathies to the Verley family. Many thoughts of you during this time.
So sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. our sympathy and prayers are coming your way Mac and Carol McEntee
My aunt Gerry was a light in my world. She was always smiling and happy and wanted to know about our family and other relatives.
Heaven gained a earthly angel and she will be missed. Love Barb Knock
My aunt Gerry has been an inspiration to me. She was always happy and had a big smile. She was interested in our families and about other relatives. Prayers continue for Doug and David families. Heaven gained an earthly angels. Barb Knock
Gerry and Lloyd were wonderful friends to my parents. Gerry always had a smile and kind words for my sisters and me. She is missed but leaves good memories for those who knew her.
Doug, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our deepest condolences to you and Julie, and to your entire family.