Versinda Lee Jervis of Martin, Kentucky, passed away on December 5, 2025, at age 61, leaving a profound void in the hearts of her family and the Floyd County community. Born December 23, 1963, in Columbus, Ohio, Versinda’s life was a testament to resilience forged in her early years, carrying a spirit of unwavering compassion wherever she went.
Raised in Ohio’s heartland, Versinda moved to Eastern Kentucky as a young adult, where she embraced the Appalachian way of life with open arms. Her professional path led her to roles in local caregiving, including as a devoted home health aide for over two decades, touching lives through patient support and gentle encouragement in Floyd County homes.
Educationally, Versinda completed her high school diploma in Columbus before furthering her skills through vocational training in nursing assistance at a community college in Pikeville. This foundation enabled her to blend practical care with the emotional warmth that defined her interactions with patients and colleagues alike.
Family formed the unshakeable core of Versinda’s world, where she shone as a loving mother to sons Aaron Sherman and Zach McGlone, and daughters Regina Sherman, Lyda Tyler, and Lakeisha Jervis. Her home in Martin buzzed with gatherings that celebrated milestones, her steady presence offering guidance and joy through every family trial and triumph.
In her personal life, Versinda found solace in simple hobbies like gardening vibrant flower beds along the Tug Fork and baking traditional cornbread for church potlucks at her local Baptist congregation. These pursuits reflected her generous soul, often sharing harvests and recipes with neighbors in need of a lift.
Versinda’s legacy of selfless devotion endures in Martin, where her caring heart inspired quiet acts of kindness across generations. Though her earthly journey ends at 61, her warmth continues to comfort those she held dear.