Ms. Vera V. Bright Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

On Friday, December 13, 2019 whilesurrounded by her family Vera Virginia Bright, 85, peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior. Vera was born on June 29, 1934 in Jarvisburg, NC to the late Edgar Davenport and Lessie Gilliam. Vera received her formal education at the Historic Pleasant Ridge School and Princess Anne Training School (Union Kempsville). Vera was predeceased by her three brothers, Edward Rockford Davenport, Edgar Lee Davenport, William Griggs Davenport and her sister Lessie Frances Goldie Davenport Owens. Vera was a devoted mother who loved the Lord and leaves to cherish her memory seven children, Richard Bright (Sarah), Juanita Reid (Elbert), Donald Bright, Joanne Bright-Barnes (Edward), Michael Bright (Deborah), Patrick Bright and Gregory Bright (Julie). Vera also leaves a legacy of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lastly, a loving host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Vera was a faithful member of New Oak Grove Baptist Church, serving on various ministries, her favorite, singing alongside others as a member of the Gospel Choir. When her health began to decline, God saw fit to place her in the loving home of her son & daughter-in-love Gregg & Julie Bright and their three children, Christian, Raegan and Wynter and her faithful companion dog Princess. In her new residence Vera began attending the The HOUSE Church of Virginia Beach, VA, under the teachings of Pastor & First Lady, Dr. Johnny L. Magee Jr. & Lilliette C. Magee. Blessings, The Bright Family

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Ms. Vera V. Bright

June 29, 1934 - December 13, 2019