Violet E. Blumberg, age 96; passed away on August 7, 2011. Born in Chicago on March 11, 1915 to the late Hattie and Edward; beloved wife of the late Edwin "Butz" since July 1941, their marriage was blessed with their son the late Timothy; fond sister of the late Grover and Edward; cherished aunt and dear friend of many. Visitation Friday 5-8 p.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Avenue, Chicago. Lying in State Saturday 9 a.m. till time of Funeral Service 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 2335 N. Orchard, Chicago. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 2335 N. Orchard, Chicago. Interment Mt. Emblem Cemetery. For info 773-774-3232.