of Conway, AR
April 30, 1925 - February 18, 2017
Violet Corine Lieblong age 91 of Conway passed away Saturday February 18, 2017. She was born Thursday April 30, 1925 in Iron Mountain, Michigan. She is the widow of the late Dr. Keller Lieblong.
She is survived by her son Alex (JoAnn) Lieblong a daughter Amanda Lieblong Yarbrough both of Conway, grandchildren Jason (Monica), Jennifer (Michael), Jamie, Adam, Joseph, Samantha and great-grandchildren Mary Alex, Karly Rae, Chase and J.D.
She is preceded in death by her parents Gustave Alexander and Agnes Molander Alexander, a son Dane Lieblong and four sisters.
Vi was the youngest of five girls from Iron Mountain, Michigan which is in the upper peninsula. The daughter of Swedish immigrants and their father was an iron ore miner. One of her fondest memories was of the wood stove that they used for cooking and heating. At the end of WWII she was in Hawaii with her sister Fern to help babysit her two daughters. As fate would have it, the children got sick and the on-duty doctor was Keller Lieblong. Dr. Lieblong came to take care of the children, and was smitten with their Aunt Violet. The two of them moved back to Arkansas in 1946. She often accompanied her husband on house calls into the countryside where he would sometimes deliver babies in people's homes. Vi had her first son Dane in 1948 followed by Alex in 1950 with Amanda coming along in 1962. She lost her husband in 1972 when she was 47 after a great life together and their son Dane in 2006. She was stern and tough at times, but always a sucker for a sad story. Most of all she was hardest on herself. Jason always referred her as Dinah Shore when describing her. She was a godly woman and a hard core Republican.
Visitation for Vi will be Tuesday February 21, 2017 from 2-7 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. A graveside service will be held at 11 A.M. Wednesday at Crestlawn Memorial Park on Hwy 64 East of Conway with the Reverend Larry Grubbs officiating.
A special thanks to her care giving lead by Charles Johnson and Trudy Collison and special friend Eva Bently.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the charity of your choice.
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14 Condolence(s)
Crystal Teas
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss
There are no words
Frank Kinard
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Alex,
So sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a fantastic Lady, and I know she will truly be missed.
Perry Lou....I know that Vi was a close friend of yours, so All my Prayers & condolences to the Lieblong Family & also you.
May GOD Bless,
Frank ie K.
Ted Douglas
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
When I was growing up Dane was my best friend. I was fortunate to have shared wonderful times with the Lieblong family. Vi will always be Mrs. Lieblong to me. I fondly remember the nights I spent in their home when Mrs. Lieblong would always come in and tuck us in bed at night and kiss us good night. She was one of the most classy ladies I have ever known in my life. And yes, I remember having to take my shoes off before entering the house and the immaculate house she maintained for Dr. Lieblong who was my Mom's doctor when I was born. It was a tradition for Dane and I to go to the Conway Theater on Friday night. I remember one Friday night we were going out the door to the movies and Mrs. Lieblong asked us where we were going. We told her to the Conway Theater. She told us in no uncertain terms that we were not going that night--Cat on a Hot Tin Roof was showing--which made us want to go that much more but it was many years later before I saw the movie. I learned a lot from Mrs. Lieblong and and I sincerely morn her passing.
La Berta (Bea) Gray
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Vi and Keller at Country Club years ago. Your family is in my thoughts.
Peggy Morgan
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
So sorry for your loss...Vi was definitely one of a kind and anyone who really knew her will ever forget her...She was a true lady and I loved her...my prayers are with her many friends and family...
Alan and Donna Henry
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Vi was a very special person, and I know a wonderful Mom. She and the whole family are in our prayers.
Gary & Carol Burr
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Alex, Joanne & Family,
Your mother was awesome, now she is with the Lord. Praying for your comfort at this time.
Grahl and Charlotte Camp Phillips
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Alex and Joann,
So sorry for your loss. Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the peace that passes all understanding be with you.
Charlotte and Grahl
Bob Barham
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to your family. I will be praying for comfort for you in the days ahead. Romans 8:28
Ron and Karen Matthews
Monday, February 20, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Hugh Keller Family
Monday, February 20, 2017
Alex and JoAnn
Our thoughts and prayers will
be with you during this time.
LOVE
HUGH JR
Rick & Melinda Reynolds
Sunday, February 19, 2017
Alex, Joann and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lulu Thompson
Sunday, February 19, 2017
Vi was a beautiful lady inside and out. I am thankful to have known her and her family. Deepest sympathy to each of you,Lulu
Penny Baker
Sunday, February 19, 2017
I am so very sorry Alex and JoAnne. Ms Vi was a beautiful and gracious lady! DR Keller will be glad to have her back again after all these years.