Nona Chestereen Vig passed away Nov. 5, 2012, in Coeur d’Alene at 95 years of age. Nona was born March 28, 1917, near Avance, S.D., to Charles and Nona Bowbly. She was the seventh child of 14 children.

Nona grew up on their family ranch part of which her father had homesteaded. Early life was spent working outside riding horses and caring for the stock along with taking care of the younger siblings. She attended a two-room country school until eighth grade. She rode her horse two miles to school. Nona completed two years of high school in Faith, S.D.

On Aug. 28, 1934, she married her loving husband Harvey William Vig in Sturgis, S.D. They moved to Coeur d’Alene in 1934 with Harvey’s family where they settled in Dalton Gardens and raised four children. Nona loved her family above all else. She was a homemaker, gracious host who loved to cook and entertain her family and friends. She kept everyone informed regarding all special dates.

Nona lived at the Loyalton in Coeur d’Alene for the past several years and had many wonderful friends. She enjoyed all her activities and many visits with everyone.

Mom, we have fond memories of you sewing and making homemade soups, cookies, pies and breads. We were blessed seeing you play with our children and grandchildren. You will be remembered with love and joy.

Nona was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, daughter Doris Baillie and son James Sheldon Vig. She is survived by her children, Dale Vig (Lynn), David Vig (Patricia), Kathy Butterfield and Jim Baillie. She had 11 grandchildren and 51 great and great-great-grandchildren.

A memorial will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012, at English Funeral Chapel in Coeur d’Alene.

Donations may be sent to River City Hospice, 3726 E. Mullan Ave., Post Falls, ID 83854.

Visit Nona’s online memorial at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.