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Violet Lesiak Obituary

Violet Hall Lesiak, 100, of Ludlow, Massachusetts, passed away on September 9, 2019. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Edward E. Lesiak. Violet was born on September 2, 1919 in Philadelphia to the late Arthur and Lily Hall Yates. She grew up in Philadelphia with her four brothers and two sisters and it was here also that she met Edward at a local dance. They married on October 18, 1941 and he would be her partner for life. Violet and Edward started their family in the Philadelphia area and then would move to West Springfield, Massachusetts. In all, they had 10 children, 21 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great- grandchild. Violet is predeceased by her infant son Edward and her adult son Edward, both of whom she loved dearly. She also is predeceased by her cherished sons-in-law Ronald A. West and Joseph Gentile and her much-loved grandsons, Jonathan West and Derek Day. She is survived by her children: Violet West of Manchester, CT; Edith Smith of Chicopee, MA; Esther Day Gentile of Exeter, NH; Bea & Peter Levanos of O’Fallon, MO; Bernice & Hank Welch of Vail, AZ; Roberta Glassman of Ludlow, MA; Matthew Lesiak of Auckland, NZ; and Miriam & Mark Wiater of Linthicum, MD. Violet will be most remembered for her pure and steadfast heart, which forgave without limitation and loved without hesitancy. She adored children and had a special place in her heart for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She delighted in their antics and had a few tricks up her own sleeve. She was a fierce competitor who relished a well-fought game of Scrabble or Bananagrams and was amazingly astute at solving cryptograms. In earlier years, she enjoyed playing the piano, walking long distances, and reading. In later years, she never lost her sense of delight, humor, and her flair for dramatic recitation. The family of Violet Lesiak will receive visitors for a wake at Sampson Chapel of the Acres, 21 Tinkham Road, Springfield, MA on Sunday, September 15, 2019 from 1-4 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10 a.m. at Orchard Covenant Church, 95 Berkshire Street, Indian Orchard, MA. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Springfield, MA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Community Survival Center at Orchard Covenant Church.

Published by The Republican from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2019.
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I just want to say I'm so sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers to you and your family, I won't be able to make it but I will say a prayer for you your friend Nancy j perron.

Nancy j Perron

September 16, 2019

John and I are so very sorry for your loss. John has spoken to me often of Violet and has many good memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. Love, John & Betsy Yates

Betsy Yates

September 14, 2019

I am most blessed to have had such a mother as Violet. May she rest well until the morning.

Esther Gentile

Daughter

September 12, 2019

Esther Gentile

Daughter

September 12, 2019

My deepest sympathy to your family on your loss. As a friend of Esther, I know how much they loved and cared for their mom
God bless you
Love. Sylvia

Sylvia Newton

September 12, 2019

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Violet's whole family.

Verna Ledoux

September 11, 2019

Im so sorry for your loss, sending my deepest condolences, please take comfort in knowing that God cares personally for you and your family

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Sampson Chapel of The Acres

21 Tinkham Road, Springfield, MA 01129

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Orchard Covenant Church

95 Berkshire Street, Indian Orchard, MA

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Springfield, MA

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