Condolences for Vilas M. Cordes

I was sorry to see Vi's obituary in the Journal. It, of course, brought back a flood of memories of the North End families growing up. My mom and dad had a lot of fun with Foxy and Vi and were great friends. It was great to see Al and Catherine recently. I pray that you are all well and together at this time, of grief, of celebration and of healing. "Life is Messy" (Matthew Kelly) and then there's Heaven. Love,

Alan, Joan, and Brian, So sorry for the loss of your mother. Always hard to lose your parents. We all grew up together so we are all in the same boat in a way. Your mother always seemed to have a smile on her face. God Bless you all. Denise (Rober) Janechek

Such a lovely lady! Always kind, friendly, and smiling. We have always considered Vilas and Rowland a part of our family. Rest in peace dear, sweet Vilas. You will be missed.