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Axtell, Vicki L.

March 29, 1938 –
 January 7, 2014

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Vicki Lallier Axtell Vicki “Nana” was a sweet loving woman who dearly loved her husband Jim of 38 years as well as her 3 kids (daughter & 2 sons), her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters, brothers, cousins, in-laws, out-laws and wonderful friends. She loved spending time with her family and time with her friends. Her other interests were her Christian faith, the fine arts, music, camping and traveling in the Rockies and playing cards. She was an accomplished pianist and soprano vocalist who was classically trained. She shared her gift with her children and as well her church and friends. Her love of the arts was passed down from her family. Besides her love of music, Father Victor was a portrait painter and Mother Margaret had an Art Restoration studio. Vicki spent time in the Art Restoration family business, along with her Sister Lollie during her years. As a patron, she once took her daughter Karen to the Ballet to see Mikhail Baryshnikov. After the performance, they were able to meet him and get his autograph backstage! After divorcing, she moved to Denver for a fresh start. She attended trade school, to learn drafting and while in school she met the eternal love of her live, Jim Axtell. After graduating, those 2 kind hearts became 1 when they got married and were together for 38 years before they both passed within a month of each other. They were inseparable! A memorial service was held Sat. Jan. 11th @ 10 AM at the Prairie Creek Baptist Church, 3201 W. 15th St. Plano, TX 75075. Vicki will be interned, alongside her husband Jim Axtell/USN, at Ft. Logan Cemetery in July 2014. Please contact Alan Stone for details. Email- sandyalan.stone@verizon.net  Ph.412-596-0213   Arrangements are under the direction of: ARIA Cremation Service & Funeral Home 19310 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75252 214) 306-6700  

Vickie Axtell’s husband, James “Jim” E. Axtell, passed away February 5th 2014. His obituary can be viewed here: https://ariacremation.com/obituary/3962/

    Pamela Livingston
    10 Jan 2014
    3:09pm

    I’m so glad you and Uncle have been able to visit Sigurd the past 7 years. It enabled me to get to know you as an adult. I love you Pretty Lady. You will be missed here on Earth but I know you are celebrating with Jesus.

    Bonnie Bartosh
    10 Jan 2014
    3:22pm

    I have loved and enjoyed Vicki’s presence, and enjoyed having a ladies bible study with her leading the group along with others. My love and prayers to Jimmie as I have always known him as and to Their Families. God be with you all in you’r grieving. We know she is with God, I hope that helps.

    Lucille Roberson
    10 Jan 2014
    5:24pm

    You will be missed by all your family and friends. Happy memories with you and Jim. My heart is heavy with the loss of your present. Your presence here on Earth was felt by everyone who knew you. As the Angles rejoice with your arrival in Heaven, may we reflect on what you brought to each of our lives and the love you made us feel. God be with you until we meet again dearest sister.

    Jonathan Osso
    10 Jan 2014
    9:45pm

    Alan, my sympathy to you and your family. May fond and loving memories of your mother help you through this time of sorrow and ease the pain.
    Jonathan Osso

    Tammy Little
    11 Jan 2014
    1:11am

    Uncle Jimmy, I am so sorry for your loss. Let God wrap you in his comforting arms, and know that she is with Him. Love you!!

    Lois Winner
    11 Jan 2014
    1:24pm

    We’ll miss you here on earth. You are in a very special place with your family who met as you came through the gates. Thankful we had time together this summer at the family reunion. All my love to my brother Jim and his family. Our Heavenly father and Jesus are watching and walking with you through your grieving.

    Becky Axtell Dunkin
    11 Jan 2014
    7:15pm

    All my love the family of Vicki Axtell, Alan, Keith, and Karen May you feel God’s hand of love and kindness with you as you greave your mom’s passing. Knowing she knew the Savior in a personal way and is now rejoicing in His presence. Our Love and prayers are with you all. Hold my Uncle Jim for me as he is preparing to meet the Lord himself. I love Him much and I am sorry for his heart break too.

    Laura Waldenmaier
    11 Jan 2014
    9:42pm

    Alan,Keith ,Karen and my dear uncle Jim! All my prayers for all of your family! Aunt Vickie was a very sweet lady and she will be missed!!!

    Karen Crowe
    13 Jan 2014
    8:53pm

    Uncle Jim, I am so very sorry for the loss of your wife. (Aunt Vicki). It is never easy when your the one left behind. And for her children, Karen, Alan and Keith, So sorry for the loss of your momma. She was a very special person who always had a wonderful since of humor and made everyone laugh. As for her grandchildren, your Nana, will always be watching out for you. She is your special angel now. I am sure of it. She was a wonderful Christian here I know she have favor with God, now. Rest easy knowing she is not in any pain no more and walks with the Lord. Aunt Vicki, I will personally miss you so very much!

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