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Vivian M. Eikenberry
April 6, 1956 ~ July 6, 2017 (age 61) 61 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Debbie Thomson Peters
July 18, 2017 5:31 PM
Vivian transferred to our high school, and I got to know her both there and at church, where we attended the same Sunday School class and Youth Group. We were quite close in the early years, but drifted apart as our individual academic tracks veered away and thus rarely if ever had class together. Even our social lives went different directions. I do remember in our Senior year, though, I wanted to try out for the new pom pom team for the band and tryouts involved learning a routine known well by the cheerleaders. Viv, a cheerleader, came to Youth Group early to practice the routine with me and help me with the parts I didn't have down pat. I was always so grateful for that.
Message from Janet Trone
July 17, 2017 7:00 PM
Viv and I were next-door neighbors in high school and walked home together often. She was a friendly, likable, well-mannered girl, and a good conversationalist. She took ballet lessons regularly in Springfield, and that gracefulness showed up in her everyday life. The times we dressed side-by-side in the locker room after high-school PE class, I always noticed her perfect balance and graceful, ballet-like posture as she stood first on one foot, then the other, knees bent, toes pointed, pulling on her socks or stockings. Freshman year in college, before our courseloads got so time-consuming, we corresponded, and her letters were light-hearted and delighted with life. In winter, she reported with hilarity that one of her priest-professors took off his shoes to show the class he was wearing toe socks! I remember Viv with affection. I am praying for her as she returns to our Creator, and asking for his comfort to her family. With deepest sympathy.
A candle was lit by Janet Trone
on July 17, 2017 6:34 PM
Message from The Murrill Family
July 13, 2017 10:50 PM
We were so sorry to learn of Vivian's passing. We have many fond memories of her with our many years together with soccer and at school. Truly a fun and generous person, she will be missed and will always be remembered by our family. Thinking of you and sending prayers.
Mike, Debbie, Alex, Chris and Rachel Murrill
Mike, Debbie, Alex, Chris and Rachel Murrill
Message from Patty Johnson
July 11, 2017 6:18 AM
Just wanted to let you know how sorry I was to hear of Vivian passing. She was such a sincere and positive person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Message from Stephanie Wise
July 10, 2017 10:25 PM
Bill and family,
I am so very saddened to hear of Vivian's passing. She was such a sweet, kind joyful woman. Praying for you all in this difficult time. She will be missed.
I am so very saddened to hear of Vivian's passing. She was such a sweet, kind joyful woman. Praying for you all in this difficult time. She will be missed.
Message from Nanette Montgomery Bess
July 10, 2017 3:31 PM
To Vivian's family,
My sincere condolences. We were good friends in High School, but sadly lost touch through the years. She was a great debate partner and we had lots of fun together on our overnight trips. We had lots of good talks . I liked Vivian a lot. But was always jealous she had perfect splits at cheer tryouts! 😊 She's been on my heart this week. You are all in my prayers.
My sincere condolences. We were good friends in High School, but sadly lost touch through the years. She was a great debate partner and we had lots of fun together on our overnight trips. We had lots of good talks . I liked Vivian a lot. But was always jealous she had perfect splits at cheer tryouts! 😊 She's been on my heart this week. You are all in my prayers.
Message from Coartney Foster
July 10, 2017 1:19 PM
Bill, Nate, and Family-
I just heard of Vivian's passing today and my heart is breaking for you. I spent a lot of time working with Viv over the last 10 years or so and she was such a kind and caring person and will be greatly missed. I know she loved her family dearly and I will be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate through this difficult time.
I just heard of Vivian's passing today and my heart is breaking for you. I spent a lot of time working with Viv over the last 10 years or so and she was such a kind and caring person and will be greatly missed. I know she loved her family dearly and I will be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate through this difficult time.
Message from Janes Family
July 10, 2017 9:53 AM
Bill, Nathan & Family,
So very sorry to read of Vivian's passing. She was such a kind, sweet lady. Vivian had a way of seeing the good in spirited children. She was always so good to both of our sons, Zach and Matt. I enjoyed catching up with her when I would see her at the mall. She was so very proud of her family and your accomplishments. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. ...
Ann, Kent, Zach, Matt and Kate Janes
So very sorry to read of Vivian's passing. She was such a kind, sweet lady. Vivian had a way of seeing the good in spirited children. She was always so good to both of our sons, Zach and Matt. I enjoyed catching up with her when I would see her at the mall. She was so very proud of her family and your accomplishments. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. ...
Ann, Kent, Zach, Matt and Kate Janes
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