Violet L. Yunker

May 7, 1922 - June 18, 2016

Violet L. Yunker (nee Mosel) Age 94, of Minooka, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Park Pointe Healthcare, Morris. Born in Lockport, IL the daughter of the late August and Cecelia Mosel (nee Helmke). Beloved wife of the late Stanley E. Yunker; Loving Mother of Leslie (Clara) of Plainfield, Elaine (Russel) Peppers of Champaign, Melvin (Sharon), Larry (Sandy) both of Rose Creek, MN, Marilyn (Gerald) Hausam of Dixon, KY and Donna (Jay) Ludeman of Lake Mills, WI; Proud Grandmother of 16 and Precious Great Grandmother of 25. Preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Stanley, 2 brothers, Erwin and Elmer Mosel; one grandson Douglas E. Peppers and great grandson Thomas Watson. Violet was a dedicated homemaker, lovingly referred to as “Grandma Cakes”, her artistic talents shined brightly as she baked and decorated the most exquisite wedding cakes and wonderful home cooked meals for her family. She joyfully worked side by side with her husband on the dairy farm for many years before they retired and continued to delight in tilling the land in her vegetable and flower gardens. An avid “Rumikub” player, and a sweet and kind soul. Violet was a long time member of Minooka United Methodist Church and truly enjoyed her family and her faith. She knew how to make the best of whatever came her way and will leave an inspiration of faith, hope and love for all who knew her. Violet L. Yunker will be lying in state on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 from 9:00 AM until services begin at 10:00 AM at Minooka United Methodist Church located at 205 Church Street. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Joliet. Visitation Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at The Maple Funeral Home, 24300 W. Ford Rd., Channahon. For information www.themaplefuneralhome.com or 815. 467-1234.