She was born August 25, 1919 in Waco, Texas.
She graduated from Waco High School in 1937 and worked for Service Mutual Insurance Co. of Waco and later for USAA in San Antonio. She was an active member for over 55 years of Woodlawn Christian Church, serving her church in many offices and with great dedication.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Venice Roland Henderson and Adah B. Henderson and brother, Venice Roland Henderson, Jr.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Ervin F. Selman; son, Don Selman; granddaughter, Elizabeth Selman; aunt, Rachel DeZavala; nieces, Kathryn Malone and Miriam Ely; and cousin, Virginia Quinn.