Submitted by: Dan Rich

Violet M. Hensel

Dec. 2, 1921 - July 24, 2008

South Bend Tribune 7/31/2008
SOUTH BEND - Violet M. Hensel, 86, of South Bend, IN, passed away July 24, 2008, in the Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born December 2, 1921, in South Bend, IN, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Flossie (Stiner) Borton. On July 2, 1947, Violet married Clarence R. Hensel, who preceded her in death in 1989. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Clover Borton, and her brother, Russell E. Borton. She is survived by a niece, Linda (Gordon) Miller of Granger, and many friends at Zion United Church of Christ where she was a longtime member and part of the Zion Young at Heart Group. Violet was a gentle-hearted lady who loved to sing and have people sing to her. While at Cardinal she enjoyed participating in craft classes. Many will remember her fine collection of salt and pepper shakers. When she lived in her home she had many pets including dogs, cats, parakeets and goldfish. As a small girl she loved fishing with her father. For most of her life she was employed as a store clerk at Michiana Dry Cleaners and Crystal Dry Cleaners.

A memorial service will be held today at 11:00 a.m. in the Zion United Church of Christ. A committal service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Sumption Prairie Cemetery. The McGann Hay, University Chapel, is handling arrangements.