Viola Betty Anderson, age 79, of Beaver Dam (formerly of the Arkdale area), Wisconsin died Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at the Golden Living Center in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 04, 2010 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Terri Skildum will officiate. Interment will be at the Monroe Center Cemetery, Town of Monroe, Adams County, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Viola was born August 26, 1930 in Arkdale, Wisconsin to George and Katie (Allen) Anderson. She and her sister, Vivian were twins. She went to Hilcrest Elementary and later to the Friendship High School. Viola married Donald George Stormoen, and later married Elmer Kraft.
Viola enjoyed her flowers, especially her roses, spending time with her children and grandchildren, bird watching and nature, dancing, shopping and rummage sales.
Viola was preceded in death by her parents, George and Katie Anderson; brother, Alvin Anderson; Sister-in-law, Valerie Anderson; and Infant Granddaughter, Jessica Holmes.
Survivors:
Son: Richard (Mary) Stormoen of Friendship, Wisconsin
Daughter: Shirley (Kerry) Schroeder of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Daughter: Rita (David) Walkowicz of Almond, Wisconsin
Daughter: Bonnie (John) Taylor of Iron Furnace, Illinois
Daughter: Barbara Kraft of Plainfield, Wisconsin
Twin Sister: Vivian (Egund) Nelson of Camp Douglas, Wisconsin
Brother: Charles (Helen) Anderson of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Sister: Joan (Marshall) Awalt of Newport, NC
Sister: Jeanette Bandt of Friendship, Wisconsin
Brother: Everette (Janet) Anderson of Biron, Wisconsin
Grandchildren: 19
Great-Grandchildren: 19
Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Viola was a very generous person, always willing to help others.
I enjoyed Viola while she was at Moundview. Despite her handicap, she still had a good sense of humor and was very observant of everything going on around her. She was a pleasant lady and you have my sympathy in her passing. It was an honor to know her.
You have our deepest sympathy May God comfort you during this difficult time
Shirley i am sorry for the loss of your mother. I enjoyed taking care of her at moundview. I will take good care of Jeanette too..
Jeanette, Joan, and Everette — I did not know Viola, but I am sure she was a wonderful lady. I remember in my early years living in Monroe Center down the road from the Andersons and Joan and Jeanette used to babysit for us, and we used to play with Everette. I extend my condolences and sincere sympathy to your entire family.
With Love to a so inocent, Blessed Sister. Who has suffered so beyond the call. May the Lord now hold her and cuddle her with his Ever Lasting Love.
Barbara & Family
We extend to you our deepest sympathy at this sad time.