Veva J. Blaylock, age 87, of LaGrange, IN passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at her residence.  Ms. Blaylock was born on March 22, 1938 in Handshoe, KY to the late Tony and Lula (Conley) Manns.  She married Bill Blaylock and he preceded her in death.  In 1996, she retired from Cooper Industries after 30 years of employment.  Veva was a member of the Kelly Street Baptist Church in LaGrange, IN.  She loved flowers and all the various colors and types.  Veva was family oriented and loved spending quality time with her family, grandchildren, and canine companion, Gracie.

Survivors include: Daughter, Deborah and Ron Baker of LaGrange, IN. Son, Ron Howard of Syracuse, IN. Son, Michael Howard of Stuart, FL. Step-son, Billy Jr., and Teresa Blaylock of Corunna, IN. Step-son Jason Blaylock of Butler, IN. Step-daughter, Renee and Dennis Flower of Edgerton, OH. 16 Grandchildren. 21 Great-grandchildren. Sister, Buretta Hall of Auburn, IN. Sister, Vera Bailey of LaGrange, IN. Brother, Glen and Pam Manns of Howe, IN.

Veva was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Rick Howard, sister, Geneva Rogers, brother, Willie Manns, and 3 brother-in-laws, Bob Rogers, Ben Hall, and Gerald Bailey.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025 from 1:00pm-3:00pm at Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 603 South Detroit Street, LaGrange, IN 46761.

Burial will take place at Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange, IN.

Memorial donations may be directed to the LaGrange County Food and Clothes Basket.

Arrangements and care trusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services.