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Vivian Dahl Obituary
Vivian Dahl
Vivian Lucille Dahl, 95, passed away Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020 at her son's home in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Vivian was born July 2, 1925, to Sever and Clara Stenerodden in Carrington. The family moved to Grand Forks where she graduated from Grand Forks Central High School. She obtained her medical technology degree from UND in 1947.
She married Phillip Dahl M.D. on Nov. 25, 1947. After he finished his medical training, they moved to Bismarck where they raised their three children.
Vivian enjoyed golf, bridge, painting, bowling, and traveling. She was a member of many organizations including PEO Chapter F, Fortnightly study club, and Investment club. She was a longtime member of Lutheran Church of the Cross where she attended Bible study and sang in the choir.
She is survived by her three children; Chuck Dahl M.D. (Karen), Bismarck, Bob Dahl M.D. (Jan), Sioux Falls, S.D., and Cindy Dahl-Neitzke (Greg), Eden Prairie, Minn. Her five grandchildren; Christopher, Shannon, Andrew, Michael and Brian Dahl and four great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Phillip Dahl, her parents, one sister and four brothers.
A private family graveside service will take place at a later date.
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Sharon L. Bakke
December 9, 2020
I am so sorry to see that Vivian has passed away. I was checking on her before sending a Christmas card. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. My husband was son of Arthur Oliver Bakke.
Kent Jensen
November 13, 2020
I was Mrs. Dahl´s lawn boy for a summer when I was in Jr. High. She was wonderful to know- gracious, funny and kind. Among the last of that generation of LCC ladies who fed us and gave so much of themselves. May light perpetual shine upon her +
Mary Jane Berger Hewitt
November 12, 2020
Dear Cindy & family: Please know you are in my thoughts & prayers. Your mother was the epitome of elegance & beauty - inside & out! I know there is now a huge void in your life...May her memories be a blessing & source of comfort. Hugs from TX.
Mike and Robin Addington
November 11, 2020
Cindy, Chuck, Bob and families, We are so sorry to hear of your Mother´s passing. Vivian was such a special lady. May your faith in God, and the love of family and friends give you peace in the days going toward.
Pastor Lisa Ahlness
November 11, 2020
We honor Vivian as one of our charter members, and are grateful for her gentle presence among us. We will miss her. Peace to you as you grieve.
Karen and Mike O'Brien
November 11, 2020
We are so sorry to hear of Vivian's passing, she was the sweetest person. She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to all of you, Love and hugs
Sheryl Fleck
November 11, 2020
Our deepest sympathies. Sheryl and Carson Fleck
Mike Mayer
November 11, 2020
Sorry to hear of your loss. My mother played bridge with your mother. See you in Bismarck some time.
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