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for Vivian SOWLE
Wanda Dunn
November 9, 2021
Miss her greatly. This time of the year brings back fond memories. Laughter,hugs,smiles and full bellies all around. She was a wonderful caring person and missed.
To Chris, Barb, David and Kathy my heart felt sympathy to you.
Love
Wanda
Diana Hagenau
November 20, 2016
We were fortunate to have Vivian as our social worker in 1983-84, when we adopted our daughter, Lindsey, through Bethany, from South Korea. Vivian was just a dream; so supportive, non-judgmental, and understanding. I can only imagine the wonderful, loving person that Vivian was within her family. We are so sorry for your loss!
Keith Duby
November 19, 2016
Thought's and Prayer's for David and Family. Very Special Lady will be missed.
Deborah Milling
November 19, 2016
I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting Mrs. Vivian Sowle several years ago through her daughter Barb Burdette. A very nice, sweet and friendly woman. Possessed characteristics of an Angel. My support and prayers to the family and friends of Mrs. Vivian Sowle. Deb Milling!
Keith-RuthAnn Jordan
November 19, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. We were fortunate to have Vivian as our caseworker during our adoption of Tammy in 1983. She helped make the process go very smoothly. She also was very gracious in letting Tammy "interview" her for one of her college papers. We had a very nice visit with her.
We are sure she would have been pleased with the Memorial Service and Rev. Burdette's message. It was very special---Just like she was.
Judy Custer
November 19, 2016
Dear Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You will be in our hearts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.
Love,
Wayne & Judy Custer and family.
November 18, 2016
Vivian placed our two children with us from Korea in 1983 and 1986. How special that she did the follow up visits during that first year that were part of her job and then 17 years later came to our home as a guest for our son's graduation party. Paul and Diane Roetter
Keith Hall
November 18, 2016
I am writing this from Seoul, South Korea on my way to visit our Korean birth mother. I so much would love to be there to celebrate Vivian's life with you in person but wanted to share my story for those that are interested.
She was our case worker when my biological sister, brother and I were adopted 42 years ago to a wonderful family in Flushing. 11 years ago when my wife and I wanted to adopt from Korea we went through the process and by divine initiative we were assigned to Vivian. After 31 years, she still remembered me and in fact had a newspaper clipping of all of us that she had saved for 30 yrs.
What a joy she was to work with and so knowledgeable about the adoption process. Our family has been so blessed by her lifelong work of service and join in the celebration of her life and pray for her family that will miss her. God Bless Vivian and her family.
Kelsey family created by love.
Nancy Kelsey
November 18, 2016
Vivian was the caseworker for our forth and fifth adoptions. Although she didn't know our first three children when she first visited our home she included them in everything. After our adoptions were final and we would see her someplace she asked about all five of our kids. Unless you have adopted you can't realize the fear that you won't be approved as a family. When Vivian first come to our home she put you at ease quickly.she supported our local adoption club by attending meetings and just being there if you needed her. Once you were her family you were always her family. Once our adoption club planned a picnic to surprise her. The joy in her face showed how much she cared for past and present families. She smiled all day.
Our condolences to her children. I'm sure she was a great mom.
Vivian, enjoy your view from heaven. It will be easier to see all the families you helped with their dream of becoming parents.
Jill Simpson
November 18, 2016
Vivian was such a special lady. She acted as our case manager for our adoption of our daughter, Maggie, from South Korea in the early '80's. She was so thoughtful, kind and helpful to our family. My your memories of your Mother, Grandmother and Friend sustain you at this time.
Duane and Pati Wittum
November 17, 2016
My Husband and I are very sorry to hear of your Mom passing. Vivian helped us adopt two children from Korea many years ago. We always enjoyed Vivian coming for home visits or seeing her at a get together for Ours Adoption Club. Thinking of your Family at this time. Duane and Pati Wittum
Sandy Sigulinsky-McPherson
November 17, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother & Grandmother. Vivian was my social worker for 2 of my adoptions. She was a wonderful caring person who "delivered" bundles of joy to hundreds of families.Prayers for all of you <3
November 17, 2016
David & Kathy - What a shock for me to hear about Vivian. I kissed her goodbye a week ago. She was my very good friend at Brookdale. We worked on the puzzles together and had some good talks. Love to all your family. Eva
Kim Putnam
November 17, 2016
My heart felt sympathy goes to the Sowle family. Vivian was our case manager when we adopted our two children from South Korea. She was such a kind woman and really enjoyed her job, especially after each child was placed in the loving arms of their new families. I had the pleasure of having her grandson Paul in my first grade classroom and later working with her daughter Barb in the Grand Blanc Community Schools System. She will truly missed by all.
Lori Sowle
November 17, 2016
David, Kathy, Barb and Chris,
I am so sorry to hear of Vivian's passing. She was such a kind and generous woman. My prayers are with you all. Love, Lori
Stacy Church
November 17, 2016
I just want to send my condolences to the family I had the opportunity of taking care of her at brookdale very sweet lady she will be missed
Julia Howe Hadsell
November 16, 2016
Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. I think about you often. Your mama was a sweet lady. She always had a smile for everyone! I have such fond memories of visiting your house when we were young! Love to all of you! Julie
Sarah Phillips
November 16, 2016
I will miss Aunt Vivian so much. She was a kind & wonderful person. I'm so thankful for the warm and precious memories of her.
Love & Hugs
Wanda Dunn
November 16, 2016
To the Sowle family
My heart felt sympathy to you Mom will be greatly missed.
Love Wanda
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