Velda Ann Warner
October 20, 1944 ~ November 7, 2021
Velda Ann Warner of McLean, Virginia and former long-time resident of Paeonian Springs and Leesburg, passed away on November 7, 2021 at Reston Hospital with her brother at her side. She fought a valiant battle with cancer, heart disease, and pulmonary infection for over ten years. She was the daughter of the late George F. Warner a local mechanical contractor and Enid Noland Warner of McLean. Velda was a descendant of the first settlers of Jamestown, a fourth generation Washingtonian and a lifelong resident of Northern Virginia. As a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design she began her career as an exhibits specialist at the National Portrait Gallery. After moving to Paeonian Springs, Virginia she opened the Whistle Walk Gallery in downtown
Leesburg. Velda was a supporter of the American Crafts Council, an avid collector of ceramics and a volunteer at animal rescue organizations. Her home became a haven for a menagerie of unadoptable pets. She is survived by her brother George Edwin Warner of Washington, his wife Carol and her children Virginia White of Washington and Donald White of Somersworth, New Hampshire. A reception for friends will be held on Saturday, November 20th from 1-3 PM at the Money & King Funeral Home, 171 West Maple Avenue, Vienna, Virginia 22180. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Leesburg. Velda was a supporter of the American Crafts Council, an avid collector of ceramics and a volunteer at animal rescue organizations. Her home became a haven for a menagerie of unadoptable pets. She is survived by her brother George Edwin Warner of Washington, his wife Carol and her children Virginia White of Washington and Donald White of Somersworth, New Hampshire. A reception for friends will be held on Saturday, November 20th from 1-3 PM at the Money & King Funeral Home, 171 West Maple Avenue, Vienna, Virginia 22180. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Dear Ed and family. I have just heard about Vel’s passing. I know that Vel and I had not seen each other for several years now, but we shared a wonderful time growing up and in adulthood. I still treasure those memories. Just know that I am thinking of all of you at this sad time. Best always, Laine Bannerman
Though I had not seen Velda in many years, she came back to my memory from many years living in Leesburg and as a fellow business owner on King Street, though her store was technically in the alley. I loved shopping in the Whistle Walk and not only purchased many things from Velda but many conversations were shared. Always a laugh and enjoyable. She was a huge supporter for businesses in “old” downtown Leesburg, and all things in our community. I regret not seeing her in more recent times, but treasure some of the children’s things and ceramics that I still own from Whistle Walk. And hold the memory of her unique self, a most enjoyable person. Rest In Peace Velda, Patty Elsea
To Velda’s loving family and friends, Please accept my very deepest sympathy. I met Velda many years ago when she was taking her beloved dog Henry to dog obedience classes. Over the years, we shared a love of dogs and gardening and bemoaned our attempts to keep control of weeds as bending and kneeling became more challenging. I was a fan of her Leesburg Whistle Walk shop before Velda became a friend. I learned she herself was a talented artist and cherish a personalized Breakfast of Champions Wheaties box Velda created after our Pembroke Welsh Corgi became the first of her breed to earn a particular award. I also enjoyed Velda’s sense of humor and will always remember her understated laugh. When she faced medical battles, her courage was impressive, and I admired her even more. The last time we spoke by phone, she was looking forward to a family trip to the beach. She spoke so fondly of her family. I know you will miss her dearly. I have many wonderful memories of Velda and will remember her always. Again, please accept our deepest sympathy, Clarissa and George Bergeman