Faye Laverne Viers, 95 years young, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025. She was born on October 28, 1929, in Dorchester, Texas, and lived a life full of love, dedication, and kindness.

Laverne as she was known by family and friends married the love of her life, Floyd Viers, on September 16, 1949, in Sherman, Texas, and together they built a life filled with cherished memories. A proud graduate of S&S in Southmayd, Texas, she graduated as Valedictorian of her class in 1947. She was also an avid and competitive basketball player in high school, a testament to her determination and spirit, and a painter of beautiful landscapes.

A talented seamstress, LaVerne dedicated many years to her craft, creating beautiful pieces with skill and care. Beyond her profession, she selflessly devoted her time as a caregiver to many relatives over the years, embodying compassion and generosity in all that she did.

She is survived by her loving family: daughter Pam Simpson of Sherman, son Tommy Viers and  Sue Bennett of Troy, Ohio, grandson Ryan Simpson of Dallas, granddaughter Andrea Helm and her husband Dustin of Sadler, Texas and their children Halle, Jasper, Gatlin, and Fletcher. Granddaughters Krystal Simmons and her husband Chris, along with their daughter Paisley of Weatherford and Monica Whiting and her husband, Hadley and their children, Miranda, Hayes and Walker of Bells, Texas.  Additionally, she is survived by her only living brother, Johnnie Kimbrell and Kenny Kimbrell and wife, Mary Lou. of Denison, Texas.

Laverne is also survived by several nieces and nephews who she dearly loved.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Floyd, her grandson Aaron Simpson, and her siblings Mary Lavelle Herron, Cleo Kimbrell, and Sam Kimbrell. She was also preceded in death by her loving parents, Guinn and Berta Kimbrell, as well as her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Buddy Viers and Nell, Doug Viers and wife, Dorothy, and sister-in-law Juanita Hardy and husband, Floyd.

Her unwavering strength, kindness, and devotion to family and friends will forever be remembered. Her legacy of love and selflessness will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her.

The family wants to sincerely thank her nurses and caregivers at Cedar Hollow Rehabilitation Center in Sherman and Guardian Hospice of Sherman. Their support and kindness never wavered.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date, where friends and family will gather to honor her remarkable journey. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.