Miss. Velet L. "Trecy" Raspberry passed away quietly Friday at her home at the age of 53.

Born in Munich, Germany, Velet was the daughter of Mrs. Velma Montgomery Raspberry of Columbus and the late CSM(Retired) Sidney Edward Raspberry, Sr. Residing in Columbus for 24 years, she was a graduate of Lakes High School in Washington State, received her Undergraduate degree from Columbus State University and her Masters degree from Keiser University. Velet had been employed as a Classroom Educator and was the Owner and Tax Consultant of Total Package Taxes.

Surviving other than her mother are two sons, Sidney Breedlove and Ellis Raspberry; two brothers, Sidney Edward Raspberry, Jr., and Victor Raspberry(Pamela); two nieces, Gwendolyn and Nia Raspberry; two aunts, Sharon Montgomery and Margurite Montgomery; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

Velet will be laid to rest at Green Acres Cemetery on Sunday, November 25, 2018 following a One Thirty PM Homegoing Celebration in the Chapel of Progressive Funeral Home, Inc., officiated by Rev. Jim Nelson. Pastor J.H. Flakes III will deliver the eulogy.

The visitation is 1:00 PM TIL 4:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

Arrangements entrusted to Progressive Funeral Home, Inc.

The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the family with End of Life Services.