Viola Daniels, 90, of Troy, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at Troy Manor. She was born on November 11, 1935 in Hallsville, MO to Earl and Lucille (Robinson) Rice. Viola grew up in Centralia with her four siblings and knew what thinking of others meant. At the age of 15, she married her sweetheart, Clelan C. Daniels. The couple was blessed with three children: Ron, Vicki and Janice.

The family first lived in St. Louis, then relocated to St.Charles and in 1961, moved to Lincoln County. Viola worked for a short time for Gambles Store in Wentzville, then as an inspector for Boeing. She retired from Boeing after 23 years of dedicated service. Even after her retirement, she liked to keep busy, so began working for the Lincoln Cty. School Dist in the cafeteria. After that, working as a greeter at Wal-Mart. Viola was always a dependable, pleasant and hard working individual at her work.

Viola was a long-time member of Moscow Mills United Methodist Church and also a member of Moscow Mills Lions Club. Some of her hobbies included counting cross stitch, sewing, and cooking. She enjoyed making her famous cheesecakes and beef salami for family and friends. Viola was a sweet lady who took exceptional care of her husband and children. She loved spending time with her many grandchildren.

Surviving are her loving children: Ron (Kathy) Daniels of Troy, Vicki (Dan) Ruebel of O'Fallon, MO; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren and her brother, Howard (Mary Lou) Rice; other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her her devoted husband, Clelan Daniels; her beloved daughter, Janice Daniels and  three sisters: Betty McKenzie, Mildred Harvey, Vera Daniels.

Visitation scheduled from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026 at the McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1304 Boone Street, Troy, MO, 63379, 636-528-8244.

A Funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026 at the McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory, Troy location. Mrs. Sandy Bergesch to officiate. Interment to follow in the Troy City Cemetery, Troy, MO. Memorial donations may be made to: C.L.C. Hospice c/o the funeral home.

Family and friends are invited to visit our website at mccoyblossomfh.com to sign the online guest register.