Verne D. Harden , 66 , of Fredericksburg, VA, departed this life on December 18, 2023, at his residence.

He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years Shelia Harden; son, Vincent Harden; daughter, Vaisha Harden; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A viewing will be held at A. L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home, 200 Butternut Drive, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408 on Monday, January 8, 2024, at 10:00 AM followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM. The interment will follow at Culpeper National Cemetery, 305 US Avenue, Culpeper, VA, 22701.