Evangeline (Eva) Joyce Vivian
September 30, 1930 to December 16, 2024
Obituary
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It is with sadness and deep gratitude that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, Eva Vivian, daughter of Elizabeth and Chesley Martin, and beloved wife of the late Frederick Vivian.
Leaving to mourn are: her loving daughters Lynn (Glenn Book), Janet (Jim Walsh), Ann (Gerry Beresford) and Sharon (Larry Nolan); beloved grandchildren Allison Book (Julien Lariviere), Jennifer Book (Stephen Galutira), Jessica Walsh (Steve Lichti), Kathleen Walsh (Brad Bonnell), Meaghan McCaw (Jesse), Laura Beresford (Frank Cesnik), Jane Walker (Jordan Lawrence), and Ian Walker (Megan); and great-grandchildren Charlotte McCaw, Henry and Gavin Galutira, Simon and Eva Lichti. Also, leaving to mourn are her dear sisters Betty Parsons (Abbie) and Anne Little, brother Wayne Martin (Marilyn), sister-in-law Karen Martin (Dave Tough), numerous nieces and nephews, and many dear friends, especially Kay Billard and Lorna Jamieson.
Predeceased by her sister Joan (Barry Strang) and brother David Martin, brothers-in-law Cecil Vivian (Maxine), Gray Little, and sister-in-law Mabel (Jack McRoy).
Eva grew up in New Perlican, Trinity Bay. At the age of 15, she moved to St. John’s to attend Bishop Spencer College. After completing her Commercial program, she worked at the Bank of Montreal and then at the Newfoundland Engineering and Construction Company (NECCO).
She met the love of her life, Fred, in the St. Mary’s church choir in 1949 and they married in 1952. They welcomed their first child in 1954, after which family life became her focus. She was a loving, strong, and supportive mother. She set high expectations for her children, gently encouraging them to reach their goals. Always organized, she managed to cope with four busy daughters while supporting her husband’s career and pursuing her own volunteer activities and interests.
Eva was deeply committed to her church, fulfilling many leadership roles within her church community over the years as warden, vestry member, children’s nursery and Christmas craft group coordinator. She canvassed for many charities, participated in local parent teacher associations and volunteered with the 1977 Canada Games. She was an active member of the Engineers Wives Association for many years.
Eva was always a lady; thoughtful, caring, gracious and positive – never speaking a bad word of others. A quiet, confident, humble leader who never sought formal recognition. She had a good sense of humour and her one-liners often took many by surprise.
Eva was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, godmother and friend to many. Her exceptional compassion and selfless dedication to her mother and mother-in-law set an example for her children to follow. She cherished the friendships of her Thursday Club Girls of 70 years. Her famous chocolate chip cookies made her a popular lady with the neighbourhood children, and many relatives.
Eva’s happy place was New Perlican, whether she was up on the flat rocks or sitting in the front yard of the White House, watching the activity in the harbour and conversing with passers by. She loved a game of cards and always had the ace of hearts up her sleeve.
Eva and Fred enjoyed traveling; from family adventures in the trailer, winter stays in Florida, to exploring new places with family and friends, they were game for anything!
A special thank you to Mary Glasco, Elizabeth Obidiran, Wubalem Birhane, Effie Hobbs, and Faith Nwanguma from TLC Nursing and Home Care Services for their care, devotion and friendship, which enabled Mom to remain happily in her home until recently.
Thank you to the caring staff of Kenny’s Pond Retirement Residences, Dr. Andrea Singleton, the Community Paramedicine team and long-time family physician Dr. Peter Robbins.
Visitation will take place on Sunday, December 22nd 1:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. A service of celebration will be held at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Craigmillar Avenue on Monday, December 23rd at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road. The funeral will be live-streamed for those who cannot attend in person.
Eva was a generous woman who donated to many charities. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of your choice in Eva’s memory.
Schedule
Visitations
1-4 p.m. on December 22, 2024
7-9 p.m. on December 22, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Monday December 23rd
St. Mary the Virgin, Craigmillar Avenue
Interment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road.
To the Vivian Family,
Sending our sincere condolences to everyone. Eva and Fred will always be in our hearts many fond memories.
Mary Moore
Karen and Fred Doherty
To the Vivian family,
So very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all.
So sorry to hear of Eva’s passing. She was a wonderful lady who lived a very full life. My sincere condolences to the family.
To Janet and the Vivian family, sorry to hear about Eva’s passing. Eva and Fred were both big part of our church family and will surely be missed. I wish I could have been there to attend her funeral, but I’m keeping you all in my prayers.
To the Vivian Family , so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing , she was so a beautiful lady…….she lived a wonderful life to the age of 94………..may she RIP….
Condolences to Lynn , Bev and all the Vivian family on the passing of Eva. Thinking of you at this sad time. I know she received great care. Cherish all the wonderful memories, mothers and aunts are so special.
Your friend Gladys and the Schofield Family
We just heard the sad news of Eva’s passing. We will remember her as a kind and wonderful lady. Sending our condolences and prayers.
Dear Janet, Lynn, Ann and Sharon: You and your entire family have been in our prayers this week. We join with you in celebrating the wonderful life of your Mom , hoping – knowing – that you find comfort in her reunion with your Dad. Fred will be overjoyed to be with his dear Eva once again. She is now a silver star that shines on a blue island, continuing to fill your hearts with her love as the days go by. Be at peace – hers was a life well lived. With much love to you all, Joan, Gerard and Kaelan.
Janet, Jim and the Vivian family, sorry to hear about Mrs Vivian, a loss that will be felt by many based on the condolence messages below. A wonderful tribute to a life well lived. Sending our condolences.
To the entire Vivian Family, Michelle and I wanted to express our deepest condolences. Eva was more then a neighbour to us for the last 20 years as neighbours go these days. Both Fred and Eva while older the us were friends. We looked up to them and we considered them role models for how to live a life well lived. we will miss Mrs Vivian very much.
Ken and Michelle
Janet, Jim, Jessica and Kathleen and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother/Grandmother. Our sincere condolences.
Eva was a longtime friend of over 50 years. I have many fond memories of our time together in the Engineer Wives Association. She was a lovely lady. Sincere condolences to her family.
To my dear Vivian cousins and their families,
I was so sorry to hear the news of Eva’s passing. My deepest condolences to you all for your loss.
Your beautiful and moving obituary well summed up Eva’s life of compassion, dedication and service.
All who knew her feel the loss of her passing. She was a truly remarkable person who led by example in treating others with such kindness and respect. Her warmth and smile made all she encountered feel so seen and appreciated.
Auntie Eva always took such a special interest in her extended family., and we were so lucky to have her in our lives all these years. She has left us with many treasured memories and with tremendous gratitude for the gift of her caring.
I wish that Jason and I could be there to pay our respects in person. Please know you are in our thoughts daily during this sad time.
Much love to you all,
Jennifer and Jason
Eva’s family,
Sincere condolences on your mom’s passing. She was such a wonderful lady. Always interested in the “happenings” of New Perlican. I don’t think she ever missed a Heritage day celebration. She was definitely one of the best, as was your father. May she rest in peace.
Eileen Matthews
To Ann and Family,
We were saddened to learn of your Mother’s passing. We extend our deepest sympathy and condolences at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Lynn, Janet, Ann, Sharon and your families,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom.
She was an amazing woman who showed so much love and caring to everyone.
Auntie Eva, was a wonderful aunt who always made you feel welcomed and special in the way she showed interest in you and the things that you were involved with.
I have so many fond memories of the times that I remember being around her and the weekend stays that I would have at Auntie Eva’s and Uncle Fred’s along with the Vivian cousins.
She will always be remembered for her kindness and sincere generosity.
With much love and my most sincere condolences.
Geoff and Cathy
To the Vivian Family, It is with great sorrow that I received the news of Eva’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy to all the family members. I knew Eva since our first day of school in 1935. We sat in the same classroom each year until our graduation ten years later. On visits to New Perlican we always renewed our friendship. With fond memories, Cyril Pinsent
Lynn, Janet, Ann and Sharon and families,
Thinking about you all as you mourn the passing of your dear Mom, Grandmother, and Greatgrandmother. I remember both your parents well as they were wonderful friends of my parents, Marston and Betty Cameron. There were always lots of gatherings and parties including the ladies attending Engineers’ Wives. May all the memories bring comfort to you in the days ahead. Her legacy lives on in her wonderful family. Our
sincere condolences. Bob and Louise Tipple
So sorry for the loss of your dear Mom. Mrs. Vivian was the sweetest lady and I feel blessed for having known her. I have so many fond memories of your Mom and Dad from my years working at Newfoundland Design. Hold your precious memories close to help you get through the difficult days ahead. RIP Mrs. Vivian.
Aunt Janet and Uncle Jim
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Vivian. I always remember her of being such a kind and caring person. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
We are so sorry to hear of your grandmothers passing, Meghan. In the few years you have been a part of our community, you spoke frequently of your love for her. Charlotte is lucky to carry such a beautiful name. Your family will be in our thoughts during this time.
Love always,
Fredericton Montessori Academy
Janet, sorry to read of your mom’s passing.. Our condolences to you and your family.
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. A beautiful and kind lady.
We will certainly miss her on our walks to the point in New Perlican.
Take care and cherish your memories.
Our deepest sympathy to all the wonderful family your parents raised. Your Mom was a real lady and exuded charm in her words and actions.. May your memories help you all during this difficult time. Our sincere.condolences.
Angela and Sully
Saddened to learn of Eva’s passing I first met Eva around 1955 when I was a friend of her sister Betty In her picture she looks so much like her mom They were all such a beautiful family and I am so happy to have spent so many fun filled hours in there home God bless Joan (spurrell) Moulton
So sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is never easy and even harder this time of the year. I hope you find comfort in sharing happier times and memories with each other .
Lynn, Janet, Ann, Sharon and your families. Thinking of you all in the days ahead. We enjoyed many chats through the years with both your parents. What a wonderful family.
Heartfelt condolences.
Peter and Ellen Chalker
Mrs. Vivian was a lovely lady who along with her husband I considered dear friends. I have many fond memories of our social events at Newfoundland Design Associates as well as at St.Mary’s Church , precious memories. My sincere condolences to all the family.
Rest in peace dear lady,
Roma Quinton
Thinking of Mrs Vivian’s family , I will always remember this gracious and kind lady from St. Mary’s church in many capacities . May she be at peace with Fred .
Condolences to the family
Dorothy Westaway
Calgary
To the Entire Extended Vivian Family:
My sincere condolences on the passing of Mrs. Vivian at this difficult time. May your memories of her bring you joy and comfort in the days ahead.
With Deepest Sympathy,
To Vivian family – sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.
To Vivian family – sorry to hear the news about your mother. May you have comfort in knowing that you have family and friends who share your sorrow .
Janet, Sharon and family, my sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. Her obituary was a beautiful tribute to her – she must have been an amazing lady. God bless!
I regret that I havn’t had a chance to get home in the past few years to see Aunt Eva, but I will always remember dropping in on her when I’d visit at Christmas. Always a cup of tea and some Christmas cake and cookies, and lovely conversation.
So many strong memories of her and Fred that will stay with me forever; she had a lovely life and will be missed. My deepest condolences to my cousins aunts and uncles. I wish I could be there to join you all in a celebration of her life.
To the Vivian family. Sending our sincere sympathy and condolences at this time. She will be missed. Thinking of you all at this time.
Lynn, Ann, Janet, Sharon and Families,
Extending my deepest condolences to you all on the passing of your mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you all the strength at this difficult time.
Elizabeth (Barnes) Howlett and family
Dear Ann, Gerry and all your families,
I was very sorry to hear of your dear Mom’s passing. She had such a wonderful family and cherished each of you. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren will live on in her memories. God bless you all
Korona Brophy
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Vivian’s passing. Although I really didn’t know her I knew she was our neighbour here at Kennys Pond Retirement. My sincere condolences to her family. There is a new angel in heaven now.
Dorothy Rideout
To Janet and the Vivian family: Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. May you all take comfort in your cherished memories.
Don Hiscock and Catherine Bartlett.
So sorry for your loss. Cherish all the wonderful memories, mothers are so special. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Sincerely, Paul and Sharon Moores
Eva was the epitome of a lady and though I am sad to hear of her passing, it was a privilege to have gotten to know her. Please know that you are all in my prayers during this difficult time. Blessings to you all,
Archdeacon Nancy March
Sharon, Janet and Jane,
So, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and Granny. However old you are there are times you really want your mother and no one else will do. And she is the centre, holding a family together with the gentlest, silken threads. Hold on to each other and you will feel that comfort.
Leslie Kennedy
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a very special lady indeed. I have so many memories of her that make me smile and also sit up a little bit straighter. Interactions with her were so sincere and supportive. I always felt better in someway because of some kind insight she made about me or mine. I am grateful that you were able to provide such loving support for her all these years. Well done girls. Well done. Alison xoxo
To all the Vivian family ,Very sorry to hear of your mothers passing .I knew of her from our best friends Betty and Abby ,You will for ever have your wonderful memories to remember her by. God Bless
Bill Winsor
Dear Janet, Jim and family.
Greg and I are so saddened to hear of your mother’s passing. Reading her obituary Janet, I understand where you gained your kind, compassion and always the lady qualities. ❤️. Thinking of you all during this difficult time and wishing your beautiful memories will sustain you.
Hugs.
RIP Eva! Enjoy your reunion with Fred! You were a lovely lady inside and out! God speed! 🙏
She was a fine and inspiring woman and will be greatly missed. Condolences to all who loved her.
My heartfelt condolences to you all….your mom was a lovely, gracious lady & I have many fond memories of both your wonderful parents at St. Mary’s Church ….may your special family memories bring you comfort ❤️
Sharon…So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I know you have many wonderful memories that will comfort you at this difficult time. Sending big hugs
To the family,
Saddened to hear ofEva,s passing. I have many happy memories of St. Mary’s and a friendship with her and Fred. May your wonderful memories comfort you.
Brenda Cooper
Sending love to you Ann & Gerry , Meaghan & Laura , may your beautiful memories help comfort you all during this difficult time. Ann your Mom was such a wonderful & kind woman who passed on all her traits to her children especially you Ann and in turn you live by example to your beautiful children who follow in those footsteps,, may her gentle soul be at rest now with your Dad and all her family that were waiting to welcome her home .
It was a great pleasure knowing you, for the short time I did you were such a lovely sweet lady and the most contagious smile. Rest in peace ❤️