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Violet Dannenberger Obituary
She was loved by the Vallejo community for the past 17 years. She was known about town as "the woman who wore purple" and was a fixture in the Good Day Cafe where she had lunch every day for six years. She was loved by the staff and customers alike, affectionately called "Miss Violet". Previously she lived in Toledo, Ohio for over 60 years.
Violet was a member of several organizations and made many lasting friendships in Vallejo, including the Mariners ITC and Vallejo Gem & Mineral Club, and she was a volunteer for the Friends of the Vallejo Library. She studied Tai Chi for years, earning the level of wooden sword, at Florence Douglas Senior Center.
Violet survived the Depression as a teenager and during W.W. II she worked in a propeller factory. In the early 1960s she was involved in organic farming and supported Tibet as a free country, a passion she followed for 40 years.
Violet found much love and support from her church family, the First Church of Religious Science. She participated in movements to pray for World Peace.
Married to her late husband, Robert for over 24 years, she leaves behind one daughter Gail and son-in-law Mark. She is also survived by two sisters, Fay Davis of Michigan and Fern Wilson of Florida; two brothers, Merle Hayden and partner Betty, of Wisconsin and Richard Hayden and wife Gladys of Arizona; beloved nieces, Gwen, Julie and Patsy; and nephew Rudy; and she was loved by numerous great-nieces and nephews.
A memorial service to honor her passing will 1 p.m. Thursday, March 30 at Twin Chapels Mortuary. Inurnment will be private.
Arrangements are under the direction of Twin Chapels Mortuary, Vallejo. (707) 552-6696.
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Memories and Condolences
for Violet Dannenberger
Julie Stratton
April 6, 2006
...And if thou wilt, remember,
And if thou wilt, forget."
~Christina Georgina Rossetti
Dear Violet,
Who could forget irrepressible, ebullient, insouciant You? Surely, no one who ever enjoyed the marvelous pleasure of your company! O lovable soul, your droll smile and starry optimism beckoned us to better things!
Gayla Reiter
April 2, 2006
My sympathies to the family of my wonderful magical purple loving Friend, Violet. She is such a special gentle soul, who I am sure is right at home in the next dimension. Violet was a member of our personal growth group for a number of years and I recall her special connection with Findhorn, the plant divas, the fairy realm, gems, crystals and minerals. A long term group member and friend, Mary and I were fortunate to visit Violet last year and share some roses (heart chakra), catch up on the latest while also taking pictures. Violet continued to have that eternal youthful essence....I sent the photos to her, hope Gail received them. Our group will do a special rememberance ceremony for Violet.... My love and prayers are with the family from the pain of temporary seperation in this physical realm. Namaste, Gayla
Merle Hayden
April 1, 2006
Sister Violet - a quiet thoughtful soul, good chum. Good traveling on your next journey.
Two sisters older, two brothers younger - all five were alive after 85!
Patricia Walker
March 31, 2006
To Gail and Mark and all the friends and relatives:
Aunt "Bi" was my favorite aunt, always kind and generous. When we moved "out West" I missed her very much. We know she is happily reunited with her loved ones in a better place. Patsy Hayden Walker
Betty Kasch Hayden
March 29, 2006
I knew Violet as a teenager in Toledo, Ohio. I have a recipe for homemade peanut butter fudge that she made for the neighborhood kids. She visited our home often with her brother, Merle. When Merle and I reunited four years ago, I renewed my friendship with Violet and talked with Gail on the phone. I will be thinking of Violet's family during this difficult time. Love, Betty
joyce ashworth
March 27, 2006
violet, we will miss you. give my love to john. love joyce
Pam & Jeannie Wilson
March 27, 2006
Our sympathies to Violet and family.
Jeannie and I grew up with Gail. Vi was always very nice to us and I have thought of her several times over the years and still brag about her homemade fudge! She's in a better place now and I'm sure we will all see her again.
Carol Kozlowski
March 26, 2006
My pray flags will soar in your honor..and I will pray for world peace.
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