Verna Ray Colgate, 76, of Woodbridge, Virginia died on 2 April 2025.

She was born on July 15,1948 to Frances Everett Taylor and Vernon Joseph Taylor. Verna was educated at Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Verna had a long and distinguished career in commercial property management, where she was known for her dedication, expertise, and commitment to excellence. Over the years, she played a pivotal role in the management and development of numerous properties, leaving a lasting impact on the industry and leaving a positive impact on all who worked with her.

She was skilled at making plants thrive and enjoyed eating seafood, sewing, and collecting.