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Vivian Alderman Obituary
In the early hours of Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024, our precious Mom left us in peaceful sleep to join our Lord. Vivian Odell Burnette Alderman, 91 of Laurel Fork, was born on Aug. 23, 1933. The family received friends at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. The funeral service immediately followed at the funeral home beginning at noon with Rev. Howard Nester. Interment followed at the Sollie A. Alderman Family Cemetery in Laurel Fork. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Vivian Alderman
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Jerry Horton
January 2, 2025
So sorry for your loss.
Denny Horton
January 2, 2025
So sorry for your loss...
Patricia Young
January 2, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Prayers our with you, kids Love David & Trish Young
Gary McGrady
January 1, 2025
Rhonda and family, I am sorry for your loss but happy for her gain. Remember you will see her again never to be separated.
Rex and Linda Arrington
January 1, 2025
Glenda,Sandra and all the family, sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.
Lendale and Virginia Dawson
January 1, 2025
Glenda and all the family, so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Buford and Sue Jessup
December 31, 2024
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Vivian was such a wonderful friend. I loved her dearly.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Regina Nester
December 31, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I lost Mommy this year too. Strength, prayers and love.
Sharon Painter
December 30, 2024
Sollie, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Prayers for you and your family.
Wayne & Lola Horton
December 30, 2024
So sorry for the family’s loss.
Gale Caudill
December 30, 2024
Rhonda and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your precious Mom. Please hold her special memories near your heart. You are all in our prayers.
Dreama Holdaway
December 30, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Edie Vaught
December 30, 2024
My heartfelt condolences to you all. Thoughts and prayers will continue.
Marie Golding
December 30, 2024
So Sorry Glenda !!! Prayers for Everyone!!!!
Betty Williams
December 30, 2024
Sending love and prayers. A wonderful neighbor for many years.
Dianne and Tim Calwell
December 30, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandra Anderson
December 30, 2024
Glenda and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you Strength and Peace.
Debbie Haynes
December 30, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Becky Nester
December 30, 2024
Sandra I’m so sorry to hear about your mom! I lost mine this past May so I understand what you are going through! Aunt Ethylene and Vivian are back together again!
Debbie Shockley
December 30, 2024
So sorry for your loss. We are never ready to let them go. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Debbie and Melvin Shockley
Evona Jessup
December 30, 2024
I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. Sending prayers for comfort for your family.
Carol McMillan Johnson
December 30, 2024
Thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
Susie McMillian
December 30, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rogene , Debra , David and Janet Nester and the Guys at Nesters Store
December 30, 2024
We are deeply sorry for your loss
Sandy, Matt & Brittney
December 30, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Vivian was preciousSending prayers and love to the family ❤
Kim and Rhonda Shropshire
December 30, 2024
So sorry to hear about Vivian. I worked with her for years. She was always so sweet to everyone. Thinking of the family with love and prayers.
Joyce Goad
December 30, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers
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11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel - Hillsville1035 N Main St. PO Box 145, Hillsville, VA 24343
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Funeral service
12:00 p.m.
Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel - Hillsville1035 N Main St. PO Box 145, Hillsville, VA 24343
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