Vernon Wayne Sr. (11-19-22) service 11-25-22

Vernon Wayne Calvery Sr., 70, of Memphis, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 19. He is the son of the late Vernon Abernathy and Susie Lucille Austin Calvery

He was united in marriage to Mary Potter, who survives.

Mr. Calvery worked in sales at the Commercial Appeal, as well as Memphis Press - Scimitar. He honorably served his country in the United States Army for eight years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Casondra Renee Calvery of Millington, Tennessee, Alicia Danielle Calvery of Memphis, and Kerri Linn Southall of Linden, Tennessee; sons, Vernon Shawn Calvery of Millington, Tennessee, Vernon Wayne Calvery Jr. of Memphis, Vernon John Calvery of Memphis, and Vernon Zachary Calvery of Memphis; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

A graveside service was held on Friday, Nov. 25, at Neill Cemetery in Savannah, with Rev. Jeff Williamson officiating.