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Vivian Mars Obituary

Vivian D. (Coates) Mars, 76, of Braddock, transitioned from this life on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Mother of Ranier A. Davis Sr.; grandmother of Ranier A. Davis Jr. and William M. Allen; and sister of Lillie Jackson and Hilda Mitchell. Also survived by other family members and friends. Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, at New Hope Baptist, 445 Sixth St., Braddock, PA 15104. The funeral service is at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. Interment will be private. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104, (412) 271-3880. Nose and mouth protection is voluntary for attending visitation and service.

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Published by Triblive Online Only on Sep. 30, 2025.

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MARILYN BRYANT

October 27, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Laurita Lynn Young

October 7, 2025

My condolences Ms. Lil and family

Marie Filsaime

October 4, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Charyl A Poindexter-Curry

October 4, 2025

Vivian will always be remembered in my heart and I extend loving condolences to the family. Cousin Charyl Poindexter-Curry

Class of 1968

October 2, 2025

Vivian was our classmate from Shady Park to Jones Avenue to Scott High School. To the family and friends of Vivian our stmpathy to you. Vivian always had a positive attitude. We will miss her friendship. Rest in Peace our dear friend, rest in peace

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

New Hope Baptist

445 Sixth St, Braddock, PA

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New Hope Baptist

445 Sixth St, Braddock, PA

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