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Viola Faye Gettman Lee

Birth	:	15 Aug 1935 Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	4 Jan 2017 Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.1469002, -93.2936020
Description	:	VIOLA LEE (1935-2017) Viola Faye (Gettman) Lee, 81, of Mason City, passed away Wednesday, January 4th, 2017, at the Good Shepherd Care Center surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, January 9th, 2017, at First United Methodist Church, 119 S. Georgia Ave, Mason City, IA with Pastor Kathleen R. Moore officiating. Visitation will be held between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, January 8th, 2017, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City, and will continue at the church on Monday commencing one hour prior to the... Read More	VIOLA LEE (1935-2017) Viola Faye (Gettman) Lee, 81, of Mason City, passed away Wednesday, January 4th, 2017, at the Good Shepherd Care Center surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, January 9th, 2017, at First United Methodist Church, 119 S. Georgia Ave, Mason City, IA with Pastor Kathleen R. Moore officiating. Visitation will be held between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, January 8th, 2017, at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City, and will continue at the church on Monday commencing one hour prior to the services. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family. Faye was born August 15th, 1935, in Mason City. She was the daughter of George Peter and Sarah Pearl (Shaner) Gettman. Faye was the sixth of nine children to be raised in the home that her father built in Midland Heights. Educated in the Mason City schools, she graduated in 1953. Faye was very active in the DECA Club during her high school years. This led her to a position with Standard Glass and Paint, part time while in school, and full time following graduation. Faye spent many years in the painting and decorating business. She was a certified interior designer and many people sought her out for her flair and expertise. Faye also worked for Iowa Paint and Diamond-Vogel Paints in Mason City. After leaving the decorating business, Faye worked at Armour-NIAD Credit Union, Winnebago Industries, and finally retiring from the Iowa Department of Revenue and Finance. Faye married Marlyn Lee on December 7th, 1957, in Costa Mesa, CA. They initially resided in Long Beach, CA due to Marlyn's service location in the U.S. Navy. The couple returned to Iowa after Marlyn's discharge. Faye and Marlyn raised four children in North Iowa. Due to Faye's love to paint, wallpaper, and do interior design, it resulted as part of the reason why the family lived in several places. The family would buy a house, fix it up, live there for a while, sell it at a profit, and do it again. Marlyn's career with the Post Office led the family to live in the small communities of Rake and Swea City in North Iowa as well. Faye's biggest love was for her family. She would do just about anything she could to provide them with not only the necessities, but some of the extra things in life, too. Faye was happiest when she was surrounded by her siblings, kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. When her children were growing up, Faye was active in Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and the PTA. It was common to see her applauding in the bleachers somewhere for a sporting event (probably for something she likely knew little about) or a school concert. Faye was close to her siblings as well. She put forth a great deal of effort to keep in touch with all of them. Faye was also a very kind and giving person who would open the doors of her home to care for those who were in need. She will be remembered for her selfless acts to so many. The family travelled extensively. Not just big summer vacations. Many day or weekend trips would see the family out on the road as well. Faye really delighted in first time experiences, that she could share with her family. Many family vacations took them to places where Faye had never been before either. After retirement, Faye and her husband travelled more. They incorporated family visits all along their way, of course. For their 50th wedding anniversary, her family all went together and sent Faye and Marlyn on her dream trip to Hawaii which she enjoyed immensely. Those left to cherish Faye's memory include her husband of 59 years, Marlyn Lee of Mason City. Her two daughters; two sons. Fifteen grandchildren and seventeen great-children are mourning the loss of their Grandma. Her sisters and brother. She also enjoyed a special closeness to Marlyn's family. Also included are all of her cousins, nieces, nephews, and their children. Faye also will be missed by the many friends she has made in various places over the years. Preceding Faye in death are her parents; brothers, Raymond, Robert, and Bruce; sister Darlene Francis; son-in-law Rick Wallis; nephew James McMannes; and a still born great-grandson Phoenix . In-laws that preceded Faye in death included mother and father-in-law Raymond & Mildred Lee; brothers-in-law Gerald (Jerry) Lee, Larry Lee, Richard Lee; sister-in-law Gloria Helling. ------------ MASON CITY \| Viola Faye (Gettman) Lee, 81, of Mason City, passed away Wednesday, January 4th, 2017, at the Good Shepherd Care Center surrounded by her family. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 PM on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, at Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Kathleen R. Moore of the First United Methodist Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family. Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Mason City, Iowa.

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Viola Faye Gettman Lee's memorial is located at: Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, USA.
When did Viola Faye Gettman Lee death?
Viola Faye Gettman Lee death on 4 Jan 2017 in Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 43.1469002
Longitude: -93.2936020

Family Members:

Parent

George Peter Gettman

(1895 - 1992)

Pearl Sarah Shaner Gettman

(1902 - 1986)

Spouse

Marlyn Leroy Lee

(1937 - 2019)

Siblings

George Robert “Bob” Gettman

(1924 - 2014)

Darlene Ida Gettman Francis

(1927 - 1990)

Ronald L. “Ron” Gettman

(1937 - 2021)

Bruce Leon Gettman

(1939 - 2014)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Memorial Park Cemetery
Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1469002, -93.2936020

2. Clear Lake Cemetery
Clear Lake, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1422195, -93.3658295

3. IOOF Cemetery
Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1336975, -93.2139130

4. Elmwood Saint Joseph Cemetery
Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1399994, -93.2067032

5. First Congregational UCC Columbarium
Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1529720, -93.1990410

6. Saint Johns Episcopal Church Columbarium
Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1528900, -93.1980730

7. Forest Lawn Memorial Garden
Clear Lake, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1403008, -93.4207993

8. Buddy Holly Crash Site
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Coordinate: 43.2203400, -93.3814100

9. Lincoln Township Cemetery
Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2419014, -93.3460999

10. Mount Vernon Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.0374985, -93.3181000

11. Clear Lake Township Cemetery
Ventura, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1234000, -93.4772000

12. Grant Center Cemetery
Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2285995, -93.4505997

13. Owens Grove Cemetery
Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0825005, -93.1144180

14. Chapel Hill Cemetery
Worth County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2563324, -93.4394073

15. Brush Point Cemetery
Hanlontown, Worth County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2803001, -93.4085999

16. Manly Cemetery
Manly, Worth County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2905617, -93.1999969

17. Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery
Manly, Worth County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2911110, -93.2013931

18. Bohemian Cemetery
Plymouth, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2522011, -93.1252975

19. Oakwood Cemetery
Plymouth, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2538986, -93.1252975

20. Saint Johns Cemetery
Garner, Hancock County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1300011, -93.5168991

21. Rock Falls Cemetery
Rock Falls, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2122192, -93.0858307

22. Elim Cemetery
Fertile, Worth County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2705994, -93.4621964

23. Ellington Prairie Cemetery
Hancock County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1719017, -93.5357971

24. Freddie Hensel Burial Site
Plymouth Junction, Cerro Gordo County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2827034, -93.1317902