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Vivian LeAnn second daughter of Ferdinand Alfred Milton and Melvina Maria Riley. Born in Omaha, Nebraska on September 21, 1954. Moving to Denver in 1956.
Vivian was very inquisitive child; she loved people and especially family. She attended Denver Public Schools (Barrett Elementary, Gove Junior High and East). Vivian was one of the first members of Denver Broncos Pony Express in the 1970s
As an adult, she enjoyed creating and making people and food beautiful that was her passion. For many years she was award winning Nail Technician. Later and eventually working until her retirement with Denver Public Schools nutrition department
On December 8, 2025, went to be with God the father. Vivian is survived by her son Jeff Mercier, Sisters Mattie Maria and Lia, Nephew Mikeal, and Niece Shambi. She will be greatly missed by her extended family in Denver and Omaha.
There is no service. In lieu of Flowers. The family request donations to American Cancer Society.
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