Viola Weyrauch passed away peacefully at her home in Mesa, Arizona on September 5, 2024 at the age of 91.
Viola was born at home on January 10, 1933 to Umberto and Rose (LaPagilia) Ripani who had immigrated to the United States from Italy.
On January 27, 1951 she was united in marriage to Donald Weyrauch of Des Plaines, Illinois. The were married until Donald’s passing in 2010.
In December of 1954 Viola and Donald moved Crystal Lake, Illinois. Viola remained in the same house where she and Don raised all five of their children for 64 years until she moved to Arizona in 2018.
Viola was an entrepreneur. In the early 1960’s started her own cleaning business. She worked for many loving families in Crystal Lake and the surrounding areas including Saint Thomas Rectory for nearly 40 years. She had a strong work ethic which she instilled in her children.
Viola was proud of her Italian Sicilian heritage. No one ever went away hungry and there was always a pot of coffee brewing. Her pizza and cannolis were enjoyed by many friends, family members, and neighbors. The door was always open no matter the time of day or night. Vi never met a stranger.
She is survived by her five children. Don (Pam) Weyrauch, Diane (Tim) Abney, Denise DuChemin (Chris Marken), Debbie (Steve) Golbeck, Danette (Stan) Ross.
18 Grandchildren Julie, Justin, Jayme, Joel, Jessica, Blaine, Bill, Amanda, Matt, Steven, Nick, Emily, Ryan, Kaylee, Abby, Joe, Ben, and Joe W.
18 Great Grandchildren and a great great granddaughter due in November.
Siblings Ann Stawarski, Rosemary Thelen, Al Ripani. Along with many loving nieces and nephews, sisters and brothers in law.
Viola was proceeded in death by her husband Don Weyrauch, grandson Mark DuChemin, and sisters and brothers in law.
Interment will be announced at a later date.
Our most sincere condolences to the family of Viola(Vi) .She was a most endearing neighbor and friend. She will be missed by many neighbors and friends in our Monte Vista Resort in Mesa, AZ. Our love to all! ❤️
We are so sorry to hear of Vi’s passing. She left a huge void when she moved from Arrowhead Campground in Wisconsin Dells. She was a dear friend and a classy lady. It was our pleasure to call her our friend. God speed Vi, fly with the angels. 💔. Our condolences to the family.
Bill and I thoroughly enjoyed the time spent with Vi. She made me laugh so hard when she told us that she was always afraid of Bill because he was so tall and so quiet! We loved our many visits with Vi in Arizona after she left Illinois. Always in our hearts!! Until we meet again, God keep you in His arms. We love you Vi!
I first met Vi at Arrowhead campground at Wisconsin Dells many years ago and we became fast friends. Even though she wasn’t with us at the campground, we still kept her in our conversations and our hearts. I will miss you my dear friend. Peace.
Love you always,
Marilyn Wagner
What a wonderful lady. She was loved. By all at Monte Vista.
We met Don and Vi when they moved next door to us at Arrowhead Campground. We loved playing cards and being at campfires together. I will always remember our great times together.
Vi, even though you are no longer with us, you will always be in my heart. After all your hard work, may you now rest in the arms of Our Father. Love you always.
My deepest sympathy to your family!
Our most sincere condolences to the family of Viola(Vi) .She was a most endearing neighbor and friend. She will be missed by many neighbors and friends in our Monte Vista Resort in Mesa, AZ. Our love to all! ❤️
We are so sorry to hear of Vi’s passing. She left a huge void when she moved from Arrowhead Campground in Wisconsin Dells. She was a dear friend and a classy lady. It was our pleasure to call her our friend. God speed Vi, fly with the angels. 💔. Our condolences to the family.
Bill and I thoroughly enjoyed the time spent with Vi. She made me laugh so hard when she told us that she was always afraid of Bill because he was so tall and so quiet! We loved our many visits with Vi in Arizona after she left Illinois. Always in our hearts!! Until we meet again, God keep you in His arms. We love you Vi!
I first met Vi at Arrowhead campground at Wisconsin Dells many years ago and we became fast friends. Even though she wasn’t with us at the campground, we still kept her in our conversations and our hearts. I will miss you my dear friend. Peace.
Love you always,
Marilyn Wagner
What a wonderful lady. She was loved. By all at Monte Vista.
We met Don and Vi when they moved next door to us at Arrowhead Campground. We loved playing cards and being at campfires together. I will always remember our great times together.
Vi, even though you are no longer with us, you will always be in my heart. After all your hard work, may you now rest in the arms of Our Father. Love you always.
My deepest sympathy to your family!