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Vivian Surber Courtney

1921 - 2014

Vivian Surber Courtney obituary, 1921-2014, Lake Worth, TX

BORN

1921

DIED

2014

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Biggers Funeral Home - Fort Worth

6100 Azle Ave.

Fort Worth, Texas

Vivian Courtney Obituary

Vivian Surber Courtney passed away peacefully Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014, at the age of 93. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones. Funeral: 11 a.m. Wednesday at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 4350 River Oaks Blvd., Fort Worth. Interment: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Biggers Funeral Home. Vivian was born July 10, 1921, in Fort Worth. She was a graduate of North Side High School, class of 1937. She was the owner of Vivian Courtney's Restaurant (formerly Chenault's) in Lake Worth for 58 years. Vivian was active in many civic groups, including the Chamber of Commerce, Garden Club, and several church groups. Vivian had a passion for her family and her business and was truly the matriarch for both. She always had a sparkle in her eye and a place in her heart to help anyone in need. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Bill Courtney; brother, Orville Surber; parents, W. E. Surber and Effie Surber. Survivors: Her children, Bill Chenault and wife, Pat, Lynda Richey and husband, Murray, and Lisa Courtney; grandchildren include Darrian Jones, Ashley Little, Greg Iker-Beck, Stephen Chenault, Courtney Chenault, Daniel Richey, Carrie Richey, Andrea Coffman; 10 great-grandchildren; nephews include Charles Surber and wife, Cheryl, Ken Surber and wife, Peggy, and Jere Surber.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Nov. 17, 2014.

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Leo Rice

November 25, 2014

Lynda and Lisa,
Heaven gained another Angel. Miss all of you.

Tommy and Dorothy Langston

November 24, 2014

So sorry to hear. We loved going to her restaurant when my kids were growing up. God bless the family.

Bob Brown

November 24, 2014

Lisa:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember that you were always the most important thing in your mother's world. Be consoled that she is in heaven with Jesus and your daddy, very happy, healthy and proud of you. We are praying that you will be comforted and have His perfect peace and strength.
Bob Brown

David Babcock

November 19, 2014

Mrs. Courtney or "Vivian" as she would always tell me was one of the sweetest, most sincere people I have ever met. She always went out of her way to stop and say hello. I regret saying that I haven't seen her in years, but she was truly one of my favorite people growing up in River Oaks. God Bless You Mrs. Courtney, "Vivian"

November 18, 2014

So sorry to hear of Vivian' s passing she was a precious lady . Prayers for all the family. Susan O' Riley White.

November 18, 2014

All of the loved ones and friends of Vivian will miss her terribly, I know.
I was her neighbor for nearly 20 years. Her warmth and fun-loving character meant a lot to me as it did for my husband,Ben Mauldin, when he was alive. My prayers and thoughts are with you even now as I write this message. May God give you extra love and may the holy spirit fill you with peace knowing she is in a much better place than this earth.
Love,
Lawana Mauldin

Robbie Fortenberry

November 18, 2014

I was so saddened to learn of Vivians' death. She was always so kind to me. She often shared my booth and listened to all my woes, (and offered her advise).
My sympathy goes out to all the family. Especially to Linda and Murray.
You are in my thoughts always, Robbie

Bill Smith

November 18, 2014

Lots of great memories with Vivian and Pawnee Bill at my favorite café!! You will be so missed! My prayers go out to the family!

November 18, 2014

to all the family my condolence.i loved each and everyone.also I loved working there yall treated us like family. my love Jackie hammonds.

Tammy Allcock Sitton

November 17, 2014

I grew up eating at VC, And I brought my kids there from day one. Everyone knew everyone,Vivian made us all feel like family. My son's first job was working there, Lisa & Linda carried on the great family service Vivian started. Our Love & Prayers Go out to our Lake Worth Family.

Ms. Pattye

November 17, 2014

Darrian, I'm was sorry to learn that your grandmother died. I know you loved her dearly.

November 17, 2014

Lynda,
Steve and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Steve and Christina Konieczny

Teresa Gilbreath-Dibrell

November 17, 2014

Lynda I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

James Russell

November 17, 2014

I grew up next door to the Surber's and always enjoyed Vivian, and my parents E. A. and Ruth Russell always said how sweet Vivian was. I know her death is a big loss to the family.

Raffy Aladro

November 17, 2014

To Vivian's;

My hearfelt sympathy for your loss. Vivian was such a wonderful person. She was always so welcoming and so sweet. We all loved going to her restaurant. May God bless you during this most difficult time. Our Lord will give you comfort.

j phillips

November 17, 2014

So sorry for your loss linda

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6100 Azle Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76135

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