Vivian Keeth 1919-1990

Vivian Keeth, daughter of Elisha and Mamie (Fordyce) Ledbetter, was born Feb. 22, 1919, in Sioux City IA and departed this life Sept. 21, 1990, in Springfield MO at the age of 71 years, 6 months and 30 days.

On Sept. 30, 1936, she was united in marriage with Loran Keeth, and to this union were born three daughters, all surviving.

As a young girl, Vivian professed her faith in Christ and at the time of her death was a member of the Richland First Baptist Church.

Those surviving include her husband, Loran, of the home; three daughters, Pat Wilson of Stoutland, Shirley Shaffer of Halfway, and Edna Aumann, of Pevely; a brother, Sherrill Ledbetter, of Valley Park; 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; as well as other relatives and a host of friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, Ernest and Clarence Ledbetter; and 3 sisters, Effie Angove, Edna West, and Goldie Setser.

Services were held at the First Baptist Church on Monday, Sept. 24, 1990, with Rev. Mike Hawkins officiating. Soloist was David Hicks and pianist was Marlene Brown. Interment was at the Crocker Memorial Cemetery.

Escorts were Rollins Howlett, Gary Brown, Charles Tharpe, Olan Gilbert, Ivy Powers and Pete Wilson. Honorary escorts were Deacons of Richland First Baptist Church and Adult Three Sunday School.

Services were under the direction of Colonial Funeral Chapel.