She was born in Pontiac, MI on May 9, 1935. Viola graduated from Troy High School, Class of 1953. She was married to Lawrence R. Smith on October 12, 1957. Viola was a homemaker and mother, for her children along with the neighborhood’s children. She was a member of Journey Lutheran Church in Oxford, a former member of St. John Lutheran Church in Rochester, and the Troy Historical Society. Viola always had a passion for antiques and woodworking. She loved her family and when everyone would get together. Viola was always interested in family ancestry and Troy history. She was always known for her cooking and her cleanliness.
Viola is survived by her husband of 64 years, Lawrence; her children, Mark (Jan), Steven (Gloria) and Cindy (Rob) Longo; her 9 grandchildren; her 13 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and her brother, Charles (Shirley) Aspinwall. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Leota; her sister, Carolyn; and her grandsons, Ryan and Nicholas.
Visitation will be held on Friday, June 10, 2022 from 2-5 PM & 6-8 PM at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W University Dr, Rochester, MI. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 11 AM, with gathering beginning at 10 AM, at St. John Lutheran Church, 1011 W University Dr, Rochester, MI.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Viola’s memory may be made to Journey Lutheran Church in Oxford (https://journeylutheran.breezechms.com/give/online) or the Troy Historical Society (https://www.troyhistoricvillage.org/donate-now/).
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