Vera "Jo Jo" McFadden

Vera McFadden was born in Chicago, Illinois. She was born on March 3, 1956 to her parents, Vera and Wright Hughes.

Vera received her early education at Melody Grammar School and later graduated from Von Steuban High School. For many years, she dedicated her services to working for the Social Security Administration and The United Center.

Vera got married to Melvin McFadden and this union brought two beautiful children into the world.

Vera was affectionately known to her family and friends as “Jo Jo”. She was loved and adored by all her nieces and nephews. She was indeed the favorite aunt to all of them. One of her favorite things to do was dress to impress and she didn’t take any mess!

On November 8, 2025, Vera was called home. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love, laughter, and strength.

She is preceded in death by: Her children, Tamika and Perry; her parents, Vera and Wright Hughes; her sister, Polly; brother, James; niece, Ruby; and nephew, Jamell.

Vera leaves to cherish her memory: Her amazing granddaughters, Jada and Arion; her loving sisters, Rosa (Oscar), Cornelia (Dennis) and Penny (Bennie); her brother, Dennis; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She also leaves her two long time friends, Mary Randolph and Joyce Johnson. We will all miss her dearly.