Vivian Benedict

Vivian Benedict

Vivian Benedict Obituary

Published by Gearhart Funeral Home on Aug. 7, 2013.
Benedict, Vivian (Talbot) 73 of Coon Rapids. Preceded in death by husband, James, brothers, Leroy and Marvin. Survived by fiance, Bill Forga and family; son, Rick (Kim); daughters, Laurie (James) Herbst, Ronda (Troy) Englund; 8 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren; brothers, Clarence (Carol), Lyle (Rose). Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Friday, Gearhart Coon Rapids Chapel, 11275 Foley Blvd NW, Coon Rapids (763-755- 6300). Visitation 1 hour prior. Interment Morningside Memorial Gardens. www.GearhartFuneralHome.com
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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August 19, 2013

Vivian was such a delightful woman! Everyone loved her on 1West at Unity! Blessings to her family.
Rebecca Hannan

Janeal Swanson Fuchs

August 10, 2013

Vivian and I lost contact over the years but she was in my thoughts often. we were best friends through high school and our early marriages. Will miss her smiling face and wonderful laugh. God's blessings to your family.

Karen Arcand

August 8, 2013

My heart is broken at the loss of such a good, wonderful friend. To know Vivian was to love her. She always did for others and was a positive force. I will miss her more than words can say. May she receive her rewards in her new everlasting life with our Lord. Love to All her loved ones.

Darlene Dominik

August 8, 2013

Troy,Rhonda,&family I'm so sorry there are no words to ease the loss of a loved one other then time, and knowing she is now in God's hands My prayers are with you all. Love

Sue Dybevik

August 7, 2013

To Vivian's family,

Words cannot even come close to expressing how sad I am learning about the passing of such a wonderful woman as your mom/grandmom, my former neighbor for 25 years and friend. Your mom is the most kind, giving, loving and generous person that I have known in my lifetime. She was always giving of herself, time and material things - to anyone. She was so fun to be with. I, like you, am so sad that she has gone. I will certainly miss the phone calls and the visits we had since I moved from there. We would talk for long, long periods of time and I am especially thrilled that she and Bill chose to come and visit me at my new home here in Virginia, MN. We had a ball!! She is such a fun person. Please be comforted through your faith and knowing how much she loved you all. I know she did - unconditionally. Her friendly, smiling face and personality is missed. Sue Dybevik

August 7, 2013

Vivian is now dancing, singing & walking with the angels, we are coming right behind you Viv, Love Eldon & Louise'

Greg Matthies

August 7, 2013

Troy & Rhonda and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all in this very difficult time.Vivian was a great person!!!

Doug & Edna Englund

August 7, 2013

Vivian was a sweet and loving person and will be missed by her family and her friends. RIP Vivian

Sandy Kinney-Davey

August 7, 2013

My Dearest Friend,
I will miss you always. Your sweet face,your laugh,the times shared growing up and old together, far apart in miles, not in friendship.God Bless You and yours.

Connie Sue Tscharner (Ludford)

August 7, 2013

I feel great sorrow for the loss of Vivian. I send my love and prayers to her family.

Sharon Bird

August 7, 2013

I am totally overcome with Vivian's passing. I can't believe it. May my prayers be a blessing to all her family and to her fiance. May our Lord bring her to heaven with Kenny, Sandra and Aunty Mary. Love to you all.
Sharon

dawn Lutz

August 7, 2013

To a sweet and very good hearted woman.May you rest in peace and may the Lord get your family through the difficult time.

Wayne Olson

August 7, 2013

Vivian was a good person may god bless her and her family

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