Vidosava “Vida” Hedji
Vida was born Nov. 1st, 1935, in Treštanovci, Croatia, to Milica and Mile. She worked in the vineyard with her mother and loved to watch her father weave baskets. She had three siblings–Nevenka, Jovanka, and Dragan.
As she grew older, she loved to do needlework and make lace. Vida loved to sing and go to dances in the village.
After moving to Vukovar to live with her sister Nevenka, she met her husband, Ilija. They both worked in the shoe factory in town. They married in 1955, and Vida had her first daughter, Katica, in 1956. Her second daughter, Vikica, was born in 1960.
She was an amazing mother who loved from the depth of her soul. She was a wonderful storyteller, could heal any ailment, comfort any fear, sew a beautiful dress, and bake delicious desserts.
In 1966, Vida and her family moved to St. Louis, and the family grew from there. Katica (Jim Seevers) and Vikica (Rick Bolden) both married and gave Vida 5 grandchildren, Rickey, Tammy (Mike), Nicole, Tracy (Herschel), Sandi (Paul).
Fourteen great grandchildren–Alizsun (Matthew), Elizabeth (Alex), Mikey, Nathan, Samuel, Evelyn, Caylub, Trevor, Kylee, Robbie, Matty, Niki, Kenzie, and Bella–and four great great grandchildren–Nicole, Sylvia, Joseph, and Lydia–followed
Vida was loved by everyone who met her. She had the kindest, most loyal heart, and will be so greatly missed by those blessed enough to know her.
Services; Memorial visitation at Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry) on Friday 3/20 from 4PM until service at 7PM. Private family interment.
Beautiful, sweet woman who taught us all how-to love.
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of your dear mother, I loved seeing her at church, she always had a sweet smile and hello. We grieve for a short time but will all rejoice in heaven together 🙏💕
Such a beautiful little lady with a big heart and smile! She will be missed, but she is enjoying her time with Jesus right now! 💝
So sorry for your loss. Vida was such a sweet lady, We were both in the same Bible study class at FBCA. May the Lord comfort you all.
The most kind hearted woman I’ve ever encountered!! Such an inspirational human. Delmar Gardens South loved her!!!🩷
Vida was an sweet, adorable woman whos beautiful smile could brighten a room. I loved and adored her like my own Nana. She will be missed
Although I have not seen her in many years, I will never forget her presence in my life. The world lost such a wonderful soul.
Vida loved her family and people in general, and always seemed so delighted to visit with friends – old and new. She had a sweet spirit and lovely smile and made it a point to be fashionably dressed with pieces from her jewelry collection whenever you would see her. What a blessing to know that now she’s been restored to good health and happy with our Lord and Savior! We miss you Vida, but will see you again one day!
Oh sweet Nana. Her love has had the ripple effect on so many. She will always hold a special place in my heart. Praying for everyone close to her ❤️
At work, lunch, tears. She reminded me so much of my Gran in. Every way. Such a sweet, warm, kind loving soul who managed to raise two incredible daughters of the same character. The world has lost a gem but heaven has gained an Angel.