Vernell Nolley Obituary (1948 - 2023)

With the dawning of a sunny new day, June 9, 1948, a unique gift in the form of a baby boy, Vernell was born to Henry Sr. and Elzena Hill Nolley in Texas City, Texas. He was born into a large family circle of love. His mother ensured that he was reared to know and love the Lord. He made his confession of faith and accepted Jesus as his personal Saviour being baptized at his family's church Greater Bell Zion Baptist Church while he was still youthful under the pastoral leadership of Reverend Wiley L. Dunn. That same faith carried him throughout his life. Vernell was a product of the La Marque Public School System. He played baseball during his high school years. He also worked at Grays Lane Bowling Ally. He was a proud graduate of Lincoln High School, Class of 1966. After high school he enlisted in the United States Navy giving courageous service he was honorably discharged. Vernell returned home and started a new chapter in his life, he moved to Dallas Texas where he put his strong work ethic into play. He gained employment with the City of Dallas. Increasing his work horizons', he gained employment with Friendly Chevrolet and his final work assignment would be as a construction worker. Facing serious health challenges, he returned home to be closer to his family. He was a sports fanatic but if you really knew Vernell then you knew he was a die-hard Dallas Cowboy fan and Astros fan too. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing scratch offs, and loved to eat sweets and Cajun Joes. On August 2, 2023, Vernell Nolley transitioned from his earthly life to receive his eternal life's reward. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry B. Sr. and Elezna Nolley; siblings, Henry B. Nolley, Jr., Micheal J. Nolley, Emery D. Nolley, Paul A. Nolley and Virginia K. Nolley and other loved ones. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family, sisters, Gloria Nolley Ward, Charlotte Denise Dupree (Calvin); brothers, Phillip A. Nolley (Cynthia), Donald R. Nolley (Patricia), and Kevin D. Nolley (Juanita); devoted niece, Roshonda Nolley; devoted brother-in-law, Calvin Clay; longtime best friend; Willie D. Smith; good friend, Aaron "Bom" Chambers; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.