Velma A. Seaman, 95, of Big Rapids, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026. She was born on July 3, 1930, at her family home in Home Township, Newaygo County, one of ten children born to the Rev. Arthur and Essie (Thomas) Cross.

On August 5, 1950, Velma was united in marriage to Glen Seaman in her father's church parsonage in Sandusky, Michigan. Eighteen months later, Glen was drafted into the United States Army and served in Germany during the Korean War. While he was overseas, Velma lived near Paris with her brother, Harry, helping care for his family while also working to support herself.

Throughout her working years, Velma was employed at Yale Rubber in Sandusky, Dibble's Department Store, Denims Manufacturing, and later retired from Mecosta County General Hospital in 1991. She also spent many years working alongside her husband, helping manage his excavation, auto repair, and body shop businesses.

A woman of deep faith, Velma faithfully attended both Grant Center Global Methodist Church and the Old Country Church. She was also a proud member of the American Legion Post 98 Ladies Auxiliary in Big Rapids.

Velma enjoyed working in her yard, tending her garden, and crocheting gifts for family and friends. She found great joy in caring for others through both her hands and her heart.

She is survived by her children, Dawn M. (Jim) VanderVelde and Ray (Barb) Seaman; grandchildren, David (Gail), Daryl (Kristen), Amy (Josh), Andrea (James), and Nathan; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Kenzie, Gabrielle, Bradley, Benjamin, Samantha, and Jonathan; along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Glen Seaman, on June 1, 2015; her parents; and her nine siblings, Margaret, Graham, Raymond, Herbert, Doit, Melvin, Melton, Harry, and Naomi.

Memorial Services will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 11:00 A.M. at Grant Center Global Methodist Church. The family will receive guests from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service. She will be laid to rest at South Grant Center Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made according to Grant Center Global Methoidst Church, 15260 21 Mile Road, Big Rapids, MI 49307 or Hospice of Michigan, 400 Perry Street, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Arrangements are in the care of Daggett Gilbert Funeral Homes, Big Rapids. To leave a memory or share a condolence, please visit, www.daggettfuneral.com