Venita Surratt

Venita Ray Surratt was born on March 30, 1958 in Savannah, TN; she is the youngest daughter of the late Ray and Mary Ellen Surratt of Adamsville, TN.

Venita passed peacefully at her home in Adamsville, surrounded by family on October 21, 2022 following a short illness. She worked in the garment industry for several years along side her father, Ray. She was involved with civic and community events and organizations throughout her lifetime. Venita loved people and one of her greatest joys was helping others, which she often did. She also loved traveling, visiting many countries and states during her lifetime.

Venita’s dearest joy was her daughter Olivia (Christopher) Osborne, who survives her. Olivia and husband, Chandler Osborne, recently moved to Adamsville to be with and care for Venita during her last months.

Venita departed this life at the age of 64 years, 6 months, and 21 days. Besides her daughter and son in law, she is survived by her sister Mitzi Surratt of Adamsville. She is also survived by an aunt, Barbara G. Maness (Joe Dan) of Selmer, TN. Venita also leaves behind many family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by grandparents Audrey and Aubrey Surratt and Robert and Dorothy Wright all of Adamsville, as well as several aunts and uncles.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the McNairy County Humane Society c/o Tina Churchwell, mcnairycountyhumanesociety.com