Vivian Jane Stribling

Vivian Jane Stribling obituary, Wichita, KS

Vivian Jane Stribling

Vivian Stribling Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Core Cremation - Wichita on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Vivian Jane Stribling of Benedict, Kansas passed away on February 16, 2025 in Wichita, Kansas due to natural causes of old age. She was born on November 7, 1942 to David Floyd Salmon and Mildred Magadelene Trammell. They both preceded her in death, along with two sisters, Barbara Jean Tillery and Mary Ethel Green.
She is survived by siblings, Dixie Mae Williams of Fredonia, KS, Nina Hockox and spouse Marvin of Benedict, KS, David Floyd Salmon Jr. and spouse Marchia of Wichita, KS, Daniel Loyd Salmon of Fredonia, KS; two children, Allen L. Zielsdorf and spouse Kelly, and David W. Zielsdorf of Gravois Mills, MO; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and multiple nieces and nephews.
Vivian graduated eighth grade at Wellsville School. She went on to work at H.D. Lee Sewing Factory for many years.
She loved her chickens and did volunteer work. She was an active member of her church. She will be remembered for her kind heart to all who knew her.
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