COLLINSVILLE- Velma M. Pastor, 98, of Collinsville passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at her residence.

Velma was born on July 8, 1918 in Greenville, Ill., to Ernest and Dora, nee Drake, Lagant. She was married to Joseph A. Pastor, he preceded her in death on November 10, 1979.

She was also preceded in death by her two sons, Joseph E. Pastor and Ricky G. Pastor; five sisters and two brothers.

Surviving is her daughter Shirley Pastor of Troy; six grandchildren; seven grandchildren; and one sister, Geraldine Freuh of TN.

Velma worked as a homemaker. She was a loving mother, grandma and aunt. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor''s choice. Additional condolences may also be sent to the family through this online guestbook.

Visitation: A visitation for Velma will be held on Friday, February 10, 2017 from 10:00 A.M.- 12:00 P.M. at Herr Funeral Home and Crematory in Collinsville.

Funeral: A funeral will be held immediately following the visitation, at 12:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Interment will be at St. John Cemetery in Collinsville.