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Vivian Louise Zost

Vivian Zost Obituary

VIVIAN LOUISE ZOST (49) Our loving daughter, wife and mother passed away August 14, 2003 in Houston, Texas. She was more than a ray of sunshine, she was the sun that lit up our lives. She was devoted to her family, her home and had a career with SBC for thirty years. She was a woman full of life and joy. She will be sorely missed by her loving family, her mother Veleria Ziesemer, husband, David Zost, two daughters Stephanie Louise Allison and her husband Christopher Wayne, Staci Leigh Zost, one son, Stephen Louis Zost, one sister Joyce Pavlicek. Vivian is preceded in death by her father Clarence Ziesemer and a sister Dorothy Ann Ziesemer. The family will receive friends beginning at 5:00 P.M. Sunday until 8:00 P.M. Funeral services will be Monday at 2:30 P.M. in the Chapel of Angels located on the grounds of Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery. Interment to follow in Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Aug. 17 to Aug. 18, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Vivian Zost

Sponsored by David Zost - husband.

20 Entries

Julana Roswell

September 16, 2003

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I do understand how it feels to loose someone very special in your life. Her daughter, Stephanie and I have been best friends for 20 years. I have always looked at the Zost family as part of my family. Vivian was a very special person and we will all miss her dearly. Always let her live through you in your hearts and she will always be with you.

Sincerely,

Julana Roswell

Susan Thompson

September 4, 2003

With deepest sympathy.

Ken King

August 20, 2003

To Vivian's immediate family, Joyce & Mrs. Ziesemer:

I am so sorry for your loss. While never having met Vivian, I spoke with Vivain many times while working for Joyce, and Vivian would call. She had such a pleasant voice and was so friendly and energetic. While we sometimes don't understand why someone so full of life and love is taken from us so suddenly, just remember that she will always be with you in your thoughts and will always be looking over all of you as your personal guardian angel. All of your lives have been enriched by having such a wonderful person playing such an integral part in your being.

My sincere sympathy,

Ken King

Robert Weber

August 19, 2003

Dear Joyce & Vivian's family:

Our thouhts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. If there is anything we can do for ya'll please let us know.

Love ya,

Bob & DeeDee Weber

Jesse Rodriguez

August 18, 2003

David,

God Bless you and your family.

You are in my prayers.

Jesse A. Rodriguez

SFA Class of 72

Cam Bazile

August 18, 2003

My condolences to the Zost family. I know there is nothing that can be said to ease the pain of losing her, but she was well loved and I'm thankful I was one of the people to have gotten the chance to know her and have her touch my life. She will be missed not only by her family but by all those who knew her.

Evette Correa

August 18, 2003

To the family of Vivian Zost, my heart felt thoughts are with you so much today. I was privledged to work with her for some time. She will truely be missed.

Evette

Katy, Texas

Linda Janney

August 18, 2003

David, Stephanie, Joyce and family,

My heart and prayers go out to all of you. I know that you are a very close family and that closeness and love, will get you through these difficult times. My deepest sympathy goes out to all who knew and loved Vivian. She is with our Lord and you will see her again.

Linda Janney

Paula Voss

August 18, 2003

Thinking of you aaallll weeeekend, Stephanie, Chris, and Family. Love, PKV

Danielle Reich

August 18, 2003

Stephanie,

My deepest sympathy is with you in your loss of your love one. May God comfort you and your family.

John Case

August 18, 2003

David, so sorry to hear. From Psalm 29:11, The LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his people with peace. The best to you and your family.

Bobby Garcia

August 18, 2003

David, at times like this there is nothing that can be said to ease your pain.Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bobby

Patrice Sandoval

August 18, 2003

David,

We just wanted to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are here for you if you need anything. May God be with you at this difficult time.

Ruby, Patrice and Barbara

Charlotte Oldham-Jackson

August 18, 2003

I first met Vivian when working at the phone company credit union in Pasadena years ago. What a great person. She always knew how to encourage people. I've ran into her more recently at the college or in Wal-Mart and she still remembered to ask me about my children. What a blessing to know that she took the time to remember.

Lisa Erskine

August 18, 2003

David,

I'm so sorry about your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids. I will always remember the great times we had together. I know it will be hard but, try to remember all the great memories you all had and also remember that she is in a much better place than the rest of us. Love to all.

Lisa

Kathy Haigood

August 18, 2003

David, Stephanie & Christopher, Stephen, Staci, Mrs. Ziesemer, Joyce, Aunt Rose, Pam & Barry, Christine & Marcus. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. It was quite a shock. Like Doris said in her message, we haven't visited together in so long, but the times we did were so good. Vivian always made everything so enjoyable and she always looked so happy and at ease with everything she did. Her cooking was great, the house always looked perfect and we always felt so comfortable there. I just wish we could have some of those good times back for awhile. If there is anything we can do, other than prayers, please let us know.

David, try to remember all of your good times, don't dwell on what could or should have been. When I was 9 years old my best friend died from a brain tumor. Her grandmother told me " God takes the pretty flowers to make the weak one grow." Also, your Mom sent all of us this message with a picture of your Dad after he passed away. I hope it will comfort you some.

I am home in Heaven, dear ones;

Oh, so happy and so bright!

There is perfect joy and beauty

In this everlasting light.

All the pain and grief is over,

Every restless tossing passed;

I am now at peace forever,

Safely home in Heaven at last.

Did you wonder I so calmly

Trod the valley of the shade?

Oh! but Jesus' love illumined

Every dark and fearful glade.

And He came Himself to meet me

In that way so hard to tread;

And with Jesus' arm to lean on,

Could I have one doubt or dread?

Then you must not grieve so sorely

For I love you dearly still:

Try to look beyond earth's shadows

Pray to trust our Father's Will.

There is work still waiting for you,

So you must not idly stand;

Do it now, while life remaineth--

You shall rest in Jesus' land.

When that work is all completed.

He will gently call you Home;

Oh the rapture of that meeting,

Oh, the joy to see you come.

Plese forgive us for not being there for you. My heart and spirit will be there with you all.

Take care and we love you all.

Love Always, Glenn and Kathy, Aunt Rena, Cliff, Judy, Courtney, and Tyler

Lana Myers

August 17, 2003

Stephanie, Just wanted to let you know how sorry I am about the loss of your mother. I have been through that and it is such a shock and so very hard to deal with. Please know that I am here and willing to listen if you ever need someone to talk to. My number is 903-758-7645. I will not be able to attend but will say a prayer tomorrow during her service. God will put His arms around you and your family and help you all through this. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lana Myers

Barbara Farrar

August 17, 2003

My heartfelt sympathy is sent to all the Zost family.Vivian was a rare & precious gift to all her friends & family at SBC...always willing to help... giving herself & her time...she never turned her back on anyone...Vivian always had a joke to tell,a hug to spare & a smile in her heart...She supported SBC Pioneers,especially the annual Toy & Doll show...graced all company functions with her talents & love of Victorian craft work.May it be a comfort to you at this sad time, to know how grateful her friends & family at SBC are, to have had her in our lives...She made footprints in all our hearts...never to be forgotten.

Doris Erskine

August 17, 2003

David and family...just a quick note to say after I left this site earlier I went to the Upper Room site and the devotional they had for today may give you all comfort. Isn't it amazing how He knows when we need Him and sends us to special places and people who can help us even when we are hurting and maybe even angry with Him? He knows we are just human and He knows our needs better than we ever can. And even more wonderful, He loves us despite our feelings and/or actions. Love you, Doris and Joe

Joe and Doris Erskine

August 17, 2003

David, Stephanie, Stephen and Stacy and other family members:

Joe and I and our children and grandchildren are so very saddened to hear of your great loss. I know there are no words to lessen your sorrow, but please know that we are all here for you. You are in our prayers and if ever you need to talk, please, please call us. We love you and we will miss Vivian very much as well...I know we didn't get to visit much but we still loved her and we also love you all, too. Just take comfort in knowing that she will never have to do any more suffering and that she will be waiting for you all and one day, we will all be together...one day, the circle will be complete again. Again, please know that we love you all and we wish we could be there for her service....but we will be there in spirit and as we did when Joe's dad passed, we will pause several minutes at the time of her service. WE LOVE YOU ALL....AND PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO CALL IF YOU NEED TO TALK. Love, Joe, Doris, Lisa, Nancy, David, Joannah, Ragan, J.C., Cindy, Curtis, Phillip, and Zach.

PS--Aunt Rose has our phone number if you need to talk....please, please don't hesitate to call if you need us. In a little while, we will call to check on you, okay? Love you.

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