Vernon Winfrey, Oprah Winfrey’s father, passes away on the age of 89

By ANI

WASHINGTON: Vernon Winfrey, Oprah’s father and a former Metro Nashville Council member, died Friday after a short sickness on the age of 89.

Oprah Winfrey confirmed her father’s loss of life in an Instagram assertion, sharing a latest video of Vernon Winfrey at an Independence Day yard barbecue at his own residence. Vernon was honoured alongside his family and friends by gospel singer Wintley Phipps, who carried out a track for him.

Taking to her Instagram deal with, she posted the video with a short caption, which learn,” Vernon Winfrey 1933-2022, Less than a week ago we honored my father in his own backyard. My friend and gospel singer Wintley Phipps saluted him with song. He FELT the love and reveled in it until he could no longer speak. Yesterday with family surrounding his bedside, I had the sacred honor of witnessing the man responsible for my life, take his last breath. We could feel Peace enter the room at his passing. That Peace still abides. All is well. Thank you for your prayers and good thoughts”.

Vernon Winfrey was born in 1933 and served on the Metro Nashville Council for 16 years. He was additionally a well known barber in his group, having run a barbershop in East Nashville for over 50 years.

Vernita Lee, Oprah Winfrey’s mom, died in 2018 on the age of 83. Lee Winfrey and Vernon Winfrey by no means married.