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Vivian Dessenberger Obituary

Dessenberger, Vivian Irene "Vi" (Schuster), 72, passed away December 8, 2007 after a seven year battle of Parkinsons. Vivian was born on July 27, 1935 in Ellis, Kansas to Elma Mickelson Schuster and Jake T. Schuster. Vivian was preceded in death by her husband Raymond A. Dessenberger. She is survived by her sister Leona Armbruster of Wakeeney; children Brent Dessenberger (Lynn), Denise D. Fleming (Steven), David Dessenberger (Wendy), Joe Dessenberger (Jami) and eight grandchildren. Vivian will be dearly missed by all her loved ones, but they are at peace in the knowledge that she is once again able to enjoy the fairways and greens with Ray in Heaven. Prior to her illness, Vivian was very active in the Wichita golfing community where she spent much of her time on the golf course. Vivian enjoyed teaching junior golf in the Wichita area as well as playing tournaments in Wichita and around the state. Vivian was also a member of the Kansas Women's Golf Association. Funeral Services will be held at Resthaven Mortuary 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 12. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Vivian's name to The Wichita Children's Home and Catholic Charities Harbor House.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Dec. 11 to Dec. 12, 2007.

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Rachel Brennan

January 10, 2021

Grandma,

Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you. I miss you dearly but I feel you with me. I love you! Rachel

December 12, 2007

Brent, Denise, David, & Joe:
You have my sympathy for the loss of your Mother. May the Lord comfort you and give you peace at the time.
Lois (Schuster) Brinker
(Cousin of Vivian)

Debbie Fisher (Dietrich)

December 12, 2007

Brent, Denise, David & Joe,
Please accept my deepest condolences in the recent loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have fond memories of a time I visited you in Wichita with my mother Rosalie. I know that she loved your mother very much.

Jan Kempker Wright

December 12, 2007

Brent, Denise, David, and Joe
I am sorry to hear about your mother, she was always kind to me when I visited when we were in high school. It has been a long time since I have seen any of you, but you have all been on my mind for the past several weeks. May you find comfort through those who love you.

Tammy & Steve Mally

December 12, 2007

Dave and Wendy
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please extend our deepest sympathies to your family.

Kent Rising

December 11, 2007

My condolences to the Dessenberger family. Ray was my first boss when I was in high school and working at Dillon's (1963-1965). I remember when Mrs. Dessenberger would come into the store and shop. She was a very gracious lady.

michael hutson

December 11, 2007

Dave & family you are in our thoughts & prayers.

Susan Choate

December 11, 2007

I am very sorry to hear of your loss and I hope your memories bring you comfort in this time of grief.

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." (From a headstone in Ireland)

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