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VIVIA JUSTUS
COLUMBUS GROVE — Vivia Lynn Williams Justus, 37, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, passed away on May 3, 2015 at St. Rita's Hospital in Lima, Ohio.
She was born on August 17, 1977 to Robert Neil Williams who preceded her in death and Terri Lynn Williams of Indian Lake, Ohio. Vivia is survived by her beloved high school sweetheart and husband of 21 years, Shawn Dewayne Justus who was born to Danny and Connie Justus of Beaverdam, Ohio.
She is also survived by five beloved children: Zachary N. Justus, who serves in the U.S. Marine Corps stationed in California, and four children who reside in the family home: Christopher I. Justus, Shawn A. Justus, Jacob L. Justus, and Alexcia V. Justus.
Vivia has five siblings: Angelia (Jamie) Handshoe of Botkins, James (Christina) Burns of Westerville, Trudy (Joe) Pitts of Wapakoneta, Jessica Honigford of Lima, and Joshua Honigford of Indian Lake. Vivia has many nieces and nephews who she loved very much, including: Robbie, Deanna, Landon, Mackenzie, Joseph, Tara, Lucas, Brady, Khael, Parker, Ethan, and Cooper. She has many beloved nieces and nephews from her husband's side as well.
Vivia was and always will be the love of her husband's life. As written by her daughter, Alexcia: "Vivia was the best mom, sister, aunt, wife and cousin anyone could ever ask for. She was so strong that she made us strong. She loves her family and always spoke her mind. Vivia was and still is the best thing that ever happened to us."
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at the Indian Lake Northside Church of the Nazarene at 13699 State Route 235, Lakeview, Ohio.
Prior to the memorial service, family and friends may attend the visitation services to begin at 11:00 am. Pastor Greg Stevens of the Wayne-Goshen Community Church of the Nazarene officiating.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Shoffstall Funeral Home at 205 S. Main Street, Lakeview, Ohio.
Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview. Condolences may be expressed at [email protected].
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Memories and Condolences
for Vivia Justus
May 7, 2015
Memories are treasures to carry with you always.
Teresa Roberts
May 6, 2015
Trudy,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and strength during this time of sorrow.
May 6, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. May sweet memories help give you strength through this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Alisa Marzec and the Staff at Columbus Grove Family Medicine
Adriane & Tony Bradshaw
May 5, 2015
Trudy you and your entire family continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings, peace and comfort to you all.
May 5, 2015
To Shawn and all the family, Stay strong and trust God to help you through this. We are praying for you. Larry & Jen Sutherland
Phyllis Henderson
May 5, 2015
Dear Trudy,
May God continue to bless and strengthen you especially at this time of Loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Phyllis Henderson
Karen Schroeder
May 5, 2015
My thoughts and prayers to you Trudy and your entire family. God Bless,
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