Vivian VanDeveire

• Vivian Gwendolyn VanDeveire
• (nee Bell)
• May 17, 1934 – September 26, 2026
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It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of our wife, mother, and Nanny at the age of 92. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by her 4 daughters, Shauneen (Larry) Chubey, Lorri (Pat) French, Kelly (Tim) Namba, Kim (Terry) Pearse. She was predeceased by her loving husband Leon and their two children Dwight and Debbie, also her great grandchild Jenna French. Also left to cherish her memory are her grandchildren and great grandchildren, Shawn (Tracey) Mason, Rowan & Quinn French, Jeffery (Jaime) Alexa & Braelyn French, Darla (Mike) Cooper, Kingsley & Caymbree Rodewald, Jackie (Joey) Charlie & Theo Simpson, Christie Chubey, Cole & Logan Knutt, Carlee (Darko) Skylar, Declan & Aubree Houle, Drax and Darius Paksec, Brett, Nico Namba and Adalyn & Alexa Krahn, Brennen (Susan) Kai & Ryo Namba, Kirby (Jarrett) Jaiden, Cohen & Brea Knutt, Cody (Krystle) Paxtyn & Paislee Pearse, Landon (Larissa) Kash & Hudson Pearse.

Mom was born on May 17, 1934. Mom and her sister Shirley Gilchrist, grew up with their Aunts in Deloraine and Alameda. Growing up in Deloraine is where she met Dad. They were married in Brandon on May 16, 1953. They raised 4 daughters together. They moved 13 times and in 1960 they resided in Dominion City.

Mom was a devoted wife and loving mother. Her greatest joy was her family. Mom was always there for her daughters and she was our best friend! Mom liked going for coffee, trips to Winnipeg, eating out at restaurants, going to movies with dad, reading, shopping and especially family gatherings. Mom & Dad also enjoyed hosting Christmas in their basement with family and friends. She also cherished the vacations they spent in Yuma for a couple of months in the winter. Mom was a good cook, in which she tried to pass down to her daughters. She also loved her flowers, planting and gardening in her yard and just visiting on the deck. Mom enjoyed the fishing trips to Kenora and camping with family & friends. Mom had a heart of gold and had a great love for animals, especially cats and birds.

Mom took great pride in watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren participating in many activities. She treasured her family, many friends and loved visiting over a cup of coffee.

Mom we hope you are dancing in heaven with Dad to your special song. You touched many lives and will remain in our hearts forever. We love you Mom and we will miss you terribly!!

The family would like to thank Doctor Terry , the nurses and health care aides who took special care of our Mom at the Emerson Personal Care Home.

A private family funeral service will be held with interment at the Dominion City Cemetery.

Donations in Vivian’s memory may be made to the Dominion City Hall.