Memorial
Violet L. Carlson, 85, of Cedar Rapids, passed away Monday, November 9th, 2026, at UnityPoint St. Luke’s Hospital. A funeral service will be held at 11 A.M. on Friday, November 13th, 2026, at the Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the service, beginning at 10 A.M. at the chapel. A burial will follow at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery.
Violet "Vi" Carlson was born on January 5, 1941, to Robert and Margaret (Smith) Wolf. She married Wendell Carlson on June 7, 1959. Together, they shared 64 years of love, laughter, and cherished memories, including camping at Sandy Beach, before his passing in 2023.
Vi will always be remembered for her loving and selfless nature. She had a gift for making others feel cared for and valued. She enjoyed crocheting and lovingly created prayer shawls for veterans through the VA, as well as for local churches and care centers. Vi also brightened countless days by sending thoughtful cards to family, friends, and anyone in need of encouragement.
Vi's faith in Jesus Christ was the foundation of her life, never wavering throughout her years. She was a proud and devoted member of Prairie Bible Church, where she found strength, fellowship, and purpose in serving others.
Violet was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Margaret Wolf, a brother, and her beloved husband, Wendell Carlson.
Those left to cherish Vi's memory include her children, Dawn (Mark) Koeppen of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Brian (Jill) Carlson of Vinton, Iowa; her grandchildren, Nichole, Andrea, Michael, Joseph, Kurt, Tami, and Jake; ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; her beloved Pomeranian, Cinnamon; and many extended family members and dear friends whose lives were enriched by her kindness and love.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Prairie Bible Church Building Fund.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the many people who touched Violet's life, especially her friends and neighbors, for their constant care, support, and love. Your thoughtful visits, calls, prayers, and acts of kindness brought comfort and joy to Vi throughout the years. The compassion and friendship you showed her will always be cherished and remembered by her family.