Violet O Hermanson

Violet was born and raised in Franklin Park, IL. She was the youngest of six children. She attended East Leyden High School, where she met and married Erwin (Swede) Hermanson. They made their home in Franklin Park and raised their three children. They were active in the Franklin Park Social Club. Violet enjoyed bowling, golfing, snow skiing, knitting, and playing cards. She and Erwin liked to dance - They were the best dancers on the dance floor! She loved to entertain family and friends and was well known for her wonderful baking.

Violet passed peacefully on November 2, 2026. She was the loving wife of the love of her life, the late Erwin Hermanson. She was the beloved daughter to the late Albert and Helen Nelson. She was a devoted mother to Lynn (Daniel) Rymarz, John (Terri) Hermanson, and Michael (Darci) Hermanson. She was the cherished grandma to David (Molly) Rymarz, Eric (Laura) Rymarz, Chelsea Hermanson, Jacqueline (Justin) Tworek. Caitlin (Tyler) Fuchs, Chase Hermanson, Dylan Grace Rymarz, and Gray Everett Rymarz. She extended her love to her great grandchildren, Scotland Jo Rymarz, Olivia Elaine Tworek, and Blaire Anne Palmer Linn Fuchs. She was the dear sister of the late Robert Nelson, the late Helen Winkel, the late Ruth Lemke, the late Dorothy Schneider, and the late Daisy Riebeling. She was a fond aunt and friend to many.

In Lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Salvation Army, or La Leche League International in loving memory of Violet.