Violet Mae Crisan 1927-2009
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BROOKFIELD - Violet Mae Crisan of Brookfield, 82, passed away peacefully at 8 a.m. Friday June 12, 2009, at Hospice House in Poland, surrounded by her loving family.
Ms. Crisan was born on May 13, 1927, in Masury, a daughter of Nicholas and Anna Dragucescu Filipovich Sr.
A 1945 graduate of Brookfield High School, Violet spent the majority of her life as a kind and compassionate caregiver to many people of all ages, especially children. She was most affectionately known as "Dood" by those who loved her and the children that she cared for. She will be most remembered for her strong spirit and pleasant smile and as a loving mother and grandmother.
When not caring for others, Violet enjoyed reading, swimming, walking and gardening, and loved to feed and watch the birds. She was also famous for her cooking and baking skills, especially her nut rolls and ricotta cheese rolls that were holiday favorites that everyone would look forward to enjoying.
Violet was of the Catholic faith and had attended Sacred Heart Church in Sharon, Pa., for many years.
Ms. Crisan is survived by her two sons, Stephen Crisan and his wife, Bonnie, of Pickerington and Michael Crisan and his wife, Laurie, of Poland; her daughter Linda Livingston of Hubbard; six grandchildren, Merielle, Ryan, Travis, Joelle, Emily and Rachelle; and two brothers, Charles Filipovich of Masury and John Filipovich of Boardman. She also is survived as well by some very special nieces and nephews that are too numerous to name.
She was preceded in death by her parents; by her four brothers, Joseph, Rudolph, Nick and Stephen Filipovich; and by her sister, Helen Crisan.
Calling hours will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at the Lane Funeral Homes Madasz Chapel, Brookfield, where funeral services will begin at 6 p.m.
Burial will be at Brookfield Township Cemetery.
The family also suggests that contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or to the Brookfield Library.
Family and friends can send condolences to www.lanefuneralhomes.com.
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