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Vivian Crain Obituary
September 12, 1942 - January 14, 2023
Cressey, California - Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend passed January 14, 2023 peacefully in her sleep.
Vivian was the first born daughter of eight children on September 12, 1942 in Yell County, Arkansas. She was proceeded in death by her parents Big John and Juanita (Gasaway) Crain, brothers: Lewis Crain, Philip Crain, Steve Crain, Danny Crain and sister Linda (Penny) Serpa. She is survived by her brother Johnny Crain (sister-in-law Garnet) and sister Barbara Amaya.
Vivian graduated Livingston High School and settled for most of her life in Cressey and Delhi, California.
Vivian had a fierce love for her family and is survived by her three daughters: Stephanie (Orrick) Mannon, Shannan Orrick and Kyla Orrick. Vivian was an adoring grandmother to 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She will be forever loved and missed.
Family and friends are invited to attend a grave side service Thursday January 26th at 2:00pm at Winton Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
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The Marples
January 26, 2023
Sorry for your loss. Mother's cannot be replaced. Truly special to more than just their children. We will keep you and the family in our prayers. We love you guys!
Terri Rhinehart
January 23, 2023
Sending my condolences to all the Crain family I have such memories of Vivian Penny and the rest of the Crains at Barbara´s house on 8th street and in Cressey when we were all grew up
Blessings
Terri Rhinehart & family
Julie Teekell
January 23, 2023
Loving mother - too many wonderful memories to share !
DeniseKing
January 21, 2023
So sorry for your loss I'll keep y'all in my prayers
Ashley Botwright
January 21, 2023
The Botwrights are sending all our love to the Crain family. We love you all. Vivian was definitely one of a kind, a beautiful soul. I remember putting on some music and dancing with my dad(Eddie botwright), uncle flip, and Vivian. Shannon, we are here for you if you need anything.
CHARLENE SEEDS
January 21, 2023
Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Vivian was a great person. She had so many stories. I wish I could remember all of them. She could talk for hours on the phone. I bet your in Heaven celebrating with family and friends. I love you cuz and will miss the calls. RIP
With oue deepest sympathy, God Bless you my family
Barbara Lindenberg
January 21, 2023
Always appreciated Vivian's smile and caring attitude. We first met when our mothers worked together at Davis Cannery in Atwater. Sincere sorrow for her family. Barbara (Boyd) Lindenberg
Janis Cole
January 20, 2023
i've known vivian and penny since high school.they were the best friends to all who knew them. always smiling.my prayers for viv's girls.
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