Violet Hilscher

1929 - 2023

Violet "Vi" Hilscher passed away in her home on May 23, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.  She was born October 6, 1929, in Fredonia, North Dakota, the youngest of  four children. She attended country schools, graduated high school in 1947, and in August of that year married her soulmate, Melvin Hilscher.  They were married nearly 71 years before his passing in 2018.  Vi grew up on a farm and then farmed 5 years with Mel before moving to Lodi in 1952 with their daughter, Darlene.  In the years that followed, she worked for several businesses, retiring from Darwin Farms after 22 years in 1993. 
Vi is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin, her mother, Sophia Keszler, father, David Heller, stepfather, Jacob Keszler, brothers Clarence Heller and Ted Heller, and sister, Gertrude Hehr. 
Violet is survived by her daughter, Darlene Gormsen (Pete), grandchildren: Chris Gormsen (Liz), Kara Latteri (Joel) and Alex Gormsen, (Holly) and 9 great-grandchildren:  Julius, Noah, Jack, Charlie, and Ben Latteri;' Luke, Amelia, and Nora Gormsen; and Violet Gormsen.
Violet was devoted to her family and friends, always willing to help and host gatherings.
She enjoyed being outdoors, even the days working on the farm.  Vi and Mel enjoyed taking vacations-road trips, camping, traveling across the country with their motor home and spending time with their friends and family. Her hobbies included crafts and tending to her house plants and gardening.
Violet lived a good and full life. She had many health issues, as did Mel, but she fought to keep them living their best life till God took them Home.  She loved deeply, was loved dearly, and she will be greatly missed.
Violet had a strong Christian faith and was a member of Big Valley Bible Church in Lodi.
A Celebration of Life will be held on July 8, 2023, at 10:30 am at Big Valley Bible Church, 226 Poplar Street, Lodi.  Following the service, a gathering will be held at 1015 S. Mills, Lodi.  We look forward to seeing you.
Memorial donations may be made to your favorite charity.