Violet Irene Desjarlais, of Wolf Point, MT, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2022, surrounded by her family at the Eagle Cliff Manor in Billings, MT.
Violet was born in Fort Totten, North Dakota, February 25, 1935, to John and Mary Miller. Violet was an enrolled member of the Spirit Lake Nation of Fort Totten, North Dakota. She attended Fort Totten High School and graduated in 1953. In 1954, Violet married Francis Richard Dionne and moved to Wolf Point in 1955 and had seven beloved children.
She met the love of her life Gordon Desjarlais in 1966 and were married June 9, 1967. They celebrated 48 years of marriage. Gordan passed away on July 13, 2015.
Some of Violet’s special interests were sewing pillows. She created her own unique pattern for star pillows and were shared throughout the United States, some going as far away as Russia. She loved taking pictures of family and her pictures were well organized in photo albums. She was an avid sports enthusiast and loved to discuss with her grandchildren her favorite sports of basketball, figure skating and tennis. Her favorite NBA team was the Lakers, and her favorite player was Kobe Bryant. She would discuss basketball stats with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her children Janice Moran (Stanley), Rick Dionne, Sr. (Maureen), Connie Stump (Steve), Susan Dionne, Sandra Lewis (Kenny), Brenda McClammy (Willis), Jeff Dionne (Lauren). She has 21 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her three sisters, Joanne, Jackie, Janice and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and close friends, sister Ann, Kathy Brien, and Steve Yellowrobe.
She loved her family dearly and she will be greatly missed.
A viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with the funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m., on Friday, May 6, 2022 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point, Montana. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Wolf Point.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Service Schedule
Viewing
9:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Friday May 6, 2022
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday May 6, 2022
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Viewing
9:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Friday May 6, 2022
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday May 6, 2022
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
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Tina Magnan says
Prayers to the family. She is now with Uncle Gordon. What a joyous reunion with all of all her loved ones on the other side. 🤗🤗
jackie palm says
Memories of my dear sister are held deep in my heart. Jackie Palm
Pauline Azure-Feuvray says
We are sorry to hear of Violet’s passing. Prayers for the family.
Curtis Courchene says
I am sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing ! Mothers’ love will live on with us until it’s our turn to join them ❤️💎
Danna Maldonado says
We are so sorry to hear of Violets passing.Our prayers and thoughts are with her children.I will always remember her growing up,always a kind woman.may she rest in peace.
Cyndi Stevens says
Remembering my special Aunt Violet and all the love she shared. She was beautiful inside and out, lived a life to be proud of and has left a wonderful legacy. We celebrate her and will keep her in our hearts and thoughts, forever loved.
Jean Archdale says
Connie I am so very sorry to read of your moms passing. Boy losing ones mom is one of the hardest things that one goes through. The picture of your mom is beautiful. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in the days snd weeks ahead.
Tim Redwood (Bushman) says
To Violet’s family & friends,
So sorry to hear of Violet’s passing.
I offer my condolences to all you during this time of sadness and sorrow, I know how much you are all going to miss her. To say that she loved her family dearly is an understatement, she truly did!
To all of Violet’s children…thank you for being a part of my life, lots of good memories of you all, especially Rick & Jeff – all the good times we had playing basketball together!
May the Good Lord comfort you all.
Sincerely,
Tim Redwood (Bushman)
Kathleen Brien Kirn says
I’m going to miss my friend.. she and I were very close since she first moved in by me..I will never forget Violet she was a very special lady.. I’ll see ya soon my friend until now Rest In Peace.. Prayers for her children and family.. love you all Kathy
Barbara Brien Buche says
I’m so sorry to hear of ur mom’s passing.. she was an awesome lady.. always remember her growing up.. now she is in peace rejoicing with The Lord.. Prayers and thoughts for her family..
Joni Mudgett says
Condolences to Auntie Violets family she will be greatly missed. She will be in our hearts forever
Love your neice
Nee-ner
Heather Jackson says
RIP grandma Violet…giv Gordon a hug from me
Rita Weeks says
Condolences to Violet’s family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mike&Pearl Stump says
Our condolences to the family. So sorry we couldnt be there for you, to give our support. We love you. Have a safe journey Violet.
Our prayers.