Viola Dagmar Piilo

Piilo, Viola 10 December 2003 The Chronicle Journal Mrs. Viola Dagmar (Violet) Piilo, age 85 years , of Dawson Court, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, December 9, 2003. Born in Nolalu, she was a lifetime resident of the area. In her younger years, Viola was employed at various bush camps and the Salvation Army Hostel kitchen, retiring because of poor health. She especially enjoyed her flower garden and numerous house plants. Viola is survived by her longtime partner and best friend, Tony Crivici; three daughters: Ingrid Wilkes (Pete), Marlene (Ken) Idman and Linda (John) Mayer, all of the Thunder Bay area; eight grandchildren: Evan, Diana, Kelly, Jamie, David, Janelle, Lisa and Jaclyn; five great grandchildren. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was predeceased by her parents; husband Martti in 1965; five brothers; five sisters and son-in-law Lawrence Wilkes. According to Viola´s wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 12th at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Harbourview Funeral Centre, 499 N. Cumberland St. officiated by Rev. W. Lawrence Maunula. Interment of cremains to take place in the Family Plot in Nolalu Cemetery at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made in Viola´s memory to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

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