Vennie Whitley Chadwick, age 63 of Watha, passed peacefully into heaven Friday October 11, 2019 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.

She was born February 1, 1957 in Carteret County, daughter of the late William Clayton and Eva Lynch Whitley. She was also predeceased by a brother, Roger Whitley.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Gary Chadwick; son, Joseph Chadwick and wife Robin of Willard; daughter, Jennifer Chadwick of Burgaw; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren; three brothers, Mitchell Whitley, Anthony Whitley and wife Sylvia, and William Whitley and wife Felicia; sister, Sandra Clark and husband Tim; and many nieces and nephews.

Vennie liked to cook, and many friends and family enjoyed her delicious cooking. She liked to garden and collect angel figures. Vennie loved her family and dearly loved each of her grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Sunday 6-7 PM at Harrell's Funeral Home.

Graveside funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Monday October 14, 2019 at Riverview Memorial Park. Reverend Dean Walker will officiate and burial will follow.

You are invited to sign the guest book