DATELINE: MOWEAQUAViolet Arlene Smull, 90, of Moweaqua, passed away on Friday, January 11, 2013 at Heartland Health Care Center of Decatur with her loving family by her side. She lived in Moweaqua and the surrounding area for most of her life.Violet's life will be celebrated 2:00 pm Thursday, January 17, 2013 in Seitz Funeral Home, Moweaqua.Visitation will be prior to the service from 12 – 2 pm.Burial will be in IOOF Cemetery, Moweaqua.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of Moweaqua or The Gideons International.Violet, the daughter of Fred William and Elsie Mabel (Fathauer) Harris, was born March 11, 1922. She was a 1939 graduate of Moweaqua High School. She married Earl Smull Jr. in Bowling Green Kentucky in 1942. Violet was a homemaker for many years before she was employed by J.C. Penney in Decatur. She later worked for Newman's Department store, from which she retired. After retirement, Violet continued working for Fathauer's Mall in Moweaqua. Violet lived in the Sanner Chapel area for many years where she served an active role in the community. In later years, after she moved to town, she became a member of the United Methodist Church in Moweaqua.Surviving are her son, Ronald and wife Carol Ann Smull of Moweaqua, daughter Carol Sue Ropp of Gainesville, FL, daughter-in-law Tami Smull of Gilbert, AZ, grandchildren; MSgt. Eric Smull, Elmendorf AFB, Alaska, Rich and wife Michelle Ropp of Gainesville, FL, Sherry and husband Bob Skinner of Stuart, FL, Harris and Kensie Smull of Gilbert, AZ.She also leaves great-grandchildren; Trenton, Tanner, Haley and Shannon, niece Mary Ann Stiner and nephew, David Gaither.Violet was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Kenneth Alan Smull and grandson Rodney Michael Smull.Violet was a loving, devoted mother, grandmother and friend. She enjoyed visiting with her many friends and was always happy to hear from her children and grandchildren. She was a very proud grandma and great-grandma.Up until her final days, Violet was sharp witted and ready with a quick response. Those who knew her well found her crusty nature to be an enduring quality.Seitz Funeral Home, Moweaqua has been entrusted with the care and service arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left at www.seitzfh.com
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