Violet B. Moniz's Obituary
MONIZ, VIOLET, 83, of Coral Gables, Florida, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on August 17, 2009. She was born on April 2, 1926, the daughter of the late Frank and Marianne Flamion of Central Falls, RI. She was a member of the Church of The Little Flower in Coral Gables. She was an avid traveler and bowler and spent many hours on her favorite hobbies - which were crocheting, reading, and playing bridge. She was delighted in family celebrations and would plan Christmas 11 months ahead. Violet is survived by four daughters: Claire Wright and spouse Robert of Casselberry, Florida. Sallyann Meyers and spouse Joseph of Casselberry, Florida. Renee Moniz and Dennis Napolitano of Coral Gables, and Kathleen Moniz and John Zanelli of Boston, MA. She had 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. She is also survived by her sister, Lillian Valente of Cranston, RI and her brother Norman Flamion of Modesto, CA. She is predeceased by her husband Augustine Moniz on October 6, 1992. She is also predeceased by her brothers, Roger Flamion of Anahiem, CA and Roland Flamion of Pawtucket, RI. The family thanks special friend Lillian Cabrerra for her years of devoted friendship to Violet, Wesley Glassgow for his many spirited conversations with her, and to Belaska Malcolm for brightening Violet's days as a tireless caregiver. Visitation for Violet Moniz will be held on Friday, August 21, 2009, hours 7-PM at the funeral home. A Mass will be held in her honor on Saturday, August 22 at 1:30pm at the Church of The Little Flower, 2711 Indian Mound Trail, Coral Gables, Florida. VAN ORSDEL - CORAL GABLES 4600 SW 8 St. 305-446-4412 Family Owned Since 1924 www.vanorsdel.com
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