"Oh Vi, you still stick out in my mind as one of the nicest people I've met! Always happy and cheery! Thank you for always being so nice to us! May you rest in peace!"
In loving memory of
Violet G Weiss
September 18, 1926 - April 22, 2016
ONALASKA/MONONA - Violet Weiss, age 89, peacefully passed away at Monona Heritage Assisted Living/Memory Care, on April 22, 2016. She was born September 18, 1926, in West Salem, WI, to Einar and Emma Severson.
Violet graduated from West Salem High School in 1944, and through the Cadet Nurse Corps Program, graduated from St. Francis School of Nursing in La Crosse in 1947. Upon graduation, she was assigned to work in a Kenosha Hospital until she returned to La Crosse to marry William "Bill" Weiss on October 1, 1949. She later worked as a school nurse for Onalaska Public Schools and as a counselor/nurse for Coulee Youth Center in La Crosse. In retirement she, along with her husband Bill, became antique collectors, doing business as "The Sideboard". She was actively involved in the Onalaska Historical Society and Onalaska First Lutheran Church.
Violet is survived by her son Keith (Karen) of Madison; grandsons Nick (Sarah Prange) of Monona, and Neil (Emily) of Madison; great-grandchild Frederick of Madison; and Sister Dorothy "Dottie" Hicks of West Salem. She is further survived by several nieces and nephews. Violet was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, son Bill Jr., Brothers Alvin and James, and Sisters Gladys and Frieda.
The Family would like to give a special thanks to the Heritage Monona Staff for the care they provided the past few years, and to Agrace HospiceCare. Private services will be held in Onalaska at a later date.
Tributes
"Family of dear Vi...I liked to call her 'violet' because she was like a lovely flower. We so enjoyed meeting her at Eagle Crest and spending time with her at our home her in Onalaska. She certainly loved her grandboys and was excited about a new baby....I am so happy she was able to hold her great grandson. Always know she was a delightful woman...hugs. The Seeks in Onalaska. "
"I knew Vi during the years she lived at Eagle Crest in Onalaska, Wi. We had good times together and missed her when she left. She always talked about wanting great-grandchildren, and Was glad to see a picture of her with her first. My sympathy to her family. M"
"Keith, Karen, Nick, Neil, Sarah, Emily, and Freddy- Love and hugs to all of you. Cherish and share the memories. The ones that make you laugh and cry, at the same time, will always remain the most precious. Love ya' all. Hold your heads high as you brought a lot of joy to Vi."
"Keith and karen my prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time. May God be with u as you start your healing. She is in heaven now with uncle bill. Love ditties daughter Sherri achterkirch"
"Keith and Karen-Jerry and I would like you to know that you have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mom.Even though you know that her quality of life had diminished, it's hard to let go. We are so happy that she was able to meet Freddy and enjoy the time she was able to visit with him. We would be happy to help in any way that we can with the memorial service scheduled for later in May. Meanwhile we hope that the happy memories you have of her will help you through this difficult time."