COLUMBIA FALLS, Mont. - Violet R. Bousman, 86, of Columbia Falls, Mont., died Monday, Dec. 4, 2000, after a long illness.

She was born in Waukesha, graduated from Waukesha High School and was employed for many years at Haverstick-Croy Insurance Agency in Waukesha.

She and her husband, John, who preceded her in death, moved to Montana about 25 years ago where they enjoyed hunting, fishing and trips to the mountains. She was previously married to Mike Zoler, who for many years ran a sweet shop and restaurant at 215 South St. in Waukesha.

She is survived by her children, John (Donna) Schroeder of Waukesha and Ann (Lane) LePera of Incline Village, Nev.; and her stepsons, John (Mary) Bousman of Waukesha and Jim (Kathy) Bousman of Burlington.