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Vivian Roth

1928 - 2018

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1928

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2018

Vivian Roth Obituary

11/17/28 - 12/28/18 Vivian Roth passed away on Friday, December 28th at the age of 90 from congestive heart failure. Vivian was born in Miami, Florida on November 17, 1928. Vivian is survived by her four daughters, Robbie, Beckie, Carol & Cathy, predeceased by her son, Jim and brothers, Samuel & William Knowles. Vivian is also survived by her 3 beloved grandchildren Timur Celikel (Leah), Melisa Celikel, Chris Roth and many special nieces and nephews. Vivian had a love of teaching and taught in the Long Beach Unified School District for over 20 years with much of her time spent teaching 4th grade. It was by far her favorite grade. She was an amazing teacher and was adored by her students. Vivian had a zest for life and loved music, dancing, animals, babies, the sun & the beach. She will be greatly missed. Burial is private. Please sign the guestbook at presstelegram.com.

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Published by Press-Telegram on Jan. 6, 2019.

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Robert Fernandez

October 23, 2019

I lived in Vivian's home in the early 2000's while attending law school. She was a wonderful person that always made me feel at home, we would sit down and talk for hours. I still remember her delicious chili. May she Rest In Peace. I will never forget her.

July 9, 2019

My Name Is Loraine Shard Michael. children Valorie Pam and Kirk. I was a nurse and Vivian watched the children around 1964. I enjoyed her so much. the girls played with her girls. even tho we didn't keep in touch;,she was a very nice person.

Dawn Miller

February 1, 2019

So sadden to hear about the loss of Viv! She truly touched many USMC families' lives and opened her home to all Marines. She was like a second mother to my husband and I in our early marriage and we kept in touch throughout our military career. We'll always remember how she lovingly cared for her elderly mother and all the animals she surrounded herself with. We still call roadrunners in her voice like she use to when feeding the local roadrunners raw meat. We named our youngest daughter after her too. She just turned 5 and has her sweet spirit. We'll truly miss you Viv! So happy our pathes crossed.

Rhonda Grillo

January 8, 2019

Your Mom was a special lady! Her energy was positive and attractive. I loved her sense of humor! Best of all, she raised wonderful children who became successful adults. Sorry for your loss. Enjoy the gift of remembering her.

January 8, 2019

I am sorry for your loss. When I was at Burcham, I was lucky enough to be in Mrs. Roth's class; she was a PHENOMENAL teacher!!! She was extraordinary, smart, and innovative. I am in my thirty-first year of teaching, and if I am half the teacher Mrs. Roth was, I would be thrilled. What an inspiration! My mom and I still have discussions about the incredible Mrs. Roth!
Alisa Klink

Cathy Roth

January 6, 2019

Mom, I miss you more than words can express. You were an amazing Mom raising 5 kids on your own. Your legacy will live on in all of us. ❤❤

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