Violet J. Schultz Bottger
Violet J. Schultz Bottger, 85, passed away June 19, 2009, surrounded by family at her home in Polson, Montana. She was born March 24, 1924, to Joseph and Mary Ann Schultz in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
Vi was a graduate of Johnstown High School Class of 1943. She worked at Martin’s Ready-to-Wear for many years, and at the City-County Health Clinic from 1981 to 1985, when she retired. Violet belonged to Our Mother of Sorrows Church and was a member of the Mercy Guild and Caring Friends, until she moved to Montana in 2006. She loved to play bridge and have time with her family.
Violet was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Bill and Albert, Al’s wife, Agnes, and brother-in-law, Bernard Wass; and her ex-husband, James L. McMullen.
She is survived by her husband of 25 years, George Bottger; her daughters, Linda McMullen Suson and her husband Eduardo, and Karen McMullen and her husband Robert Marsenich; five grandchildren, Niesha Griffith, Kara Weimer, Jeremy Weimer, Shawn Marsenich, and Eric Marsenich; and six great-grandchildren. Violet is also survived by her sister Ethel Wass, brothers Harry (Evelyn), Joseph (Phyllis), and sister-in-law, Dorothy Schultz; and her many nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her sweet dog, Odessa.
A private memorial service will be held at Flathead Lake, Polson, Montana, this July.
Memorials in her honor can be made to Lake County Hospice, 711 Main St., Ronan, MT 59864.
Messages of condolence may be sent to the family online at www.groganfuneralhome.com. Grogan Funeral Home, Polson, MT is assisting the family.
Thank you Mark for your caring service in handling mom’s final arrangements.
We send loving condolences to Karen and Bob, Linda and Ed, and their extended families, for the passing away of your dear Mother, Violet.
Also, to George, for the loss of his long-time companion. I recall first meeting them in the bloom of their sweet love and companionship so many years ago.
Here’s to Violet, your elegant, beautiful bouquet of a Mother. I’m thankful I was able to meet and know her, and I’m glad for you all that she had some time with you here in Montana, at Flathead Lake.
I have fond memories of Aunt Vi and I extend my condolences to George, Karen and Linda, their families and extended families. I’ll keep her in my prayers and in my memories.
No one is ever prepared for the overwhelming feelings of despair that can result from the loss of a loved one. At 2Cor 1:3,4 the Bible describes God as the Father of all Comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation. With deepest sympathy to your family, please take comfort in knowing that God feels compassion for what you are going through. By means of prayer share your feelings, our Loving Father will give you what is needed to cope with the pain and sorrow
You are gone now, my dear Aunt Vi, but your kind and generous heart will not be forgotten. Many fond memories of you I will cherish always.
Your loving niece,
Kathy
Our Deepest Sympathy to George, Linda, Karen and families at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bernie and Beverly Wass
George,
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
…….so many wonderful memories.
To Vi’s Family
My deepest condolences are with you all.
June 23, 2009
Our deepest sympathy goes out to George. We know how much you loved Vi, as she loved you. We are sorry that we can’t be there for you, but you know that we will be there in spirit. A card is on the way. Take care of yourself George. She is in the Lord’s hands now, free of pain and worry. Please give our deepest sympathy to Linda and Karen. We don’t have their addresses to send sympathy cards to them. Our Love and prayers,
John, Mary Beth and Julie Hall
I send condolences to George Linda and Karen. I remember Aunt Vi with fond memories and will keep her in my prayers.