Obituary of Violet Cressman

After 98 years of a full and joyful life, on October 21, 2016, Vi received her final wish to “sleep the way Home”. Dear mother of Rob Cressman and Doug (Nan) Cressman. Cherished grandmother of Sarah (Annette) and Paul (Rebecca). Loving great-grandmother of Ava, Arlo, Clyde and Pascale. Beloved sister of Grace Cressman. She will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and many friends. She was predeceased by her husband Cecil Cressman (2000), her parents John and Eva Francis, brother John “Ed” Francis and step-son Jim. Vi’s gift for friendship and hospitality shone in her hosting at Chesley Lake Camp, welcoming friends, family, and B&B guests at home until the age of 89, encouraging new residents at Parkwood Suites, and maintaining long friendships through First Mennonite Church. She will be deeply missed by many. Friends are invited to share their memories of Vi with her family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Monday, October 24, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at First Mennonite Church, 800 King St. E., Kitchener on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Nancy Brubaker officiating. Interment immediately following in the church cemetery. A reception will follow in the church hall. Condolences for the family and donations to Mennonite Central Committee may be arranged through the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.