Vivian Thelma Spence was born September 2, 1932 in Chesapeake, VA (formerly Norfolk County) to the late Edward James Sivels and Viola Smith Sivels. Vivian was a Registered Nurse and worked for Norfolk General Hospital for many years. She was a former member of Gabriel Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church and had a position as Secretary.
Vivian was an active member of the Tidewater Chapter of the Gospel Music Workshop of America until her health failed. She was married to the late Colby Spence. They were blessed with a son Colby Spence (Angela) and daughter Michelle Spence. Vivian was predeceased by her sister Catherine S. Cuffee (Booker T.-deceased) and brothers Edward (Minnie) and James (Emma) Sivels and sister, Sarah Grandy (Charles-deceased). Vivian is also survived by her lifetime partner Eddie L. Davis;
special nephew, Bishop Stanley L. Sivels, Sr.; special niece Bonnie Sivels and Vivian Debrah Bank; special son, Allen Charity; daughter she helped raise, Kristy Jennette and Robin Coleman; four grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
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dab says
May 31, 2019 at 12:59 pmSincere condolences to your family at this difficult time. We yearn for the day we will reunite with our loved ones, John 5:28,29
Emma and Antoinette Johnson says
June 7, 2019 at 8:37 pmWith Heartfelt Sympathy and Prayer to the Spence Family: Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4
May God be your tender comfort in some sorrow and bring peace and strength in the days to come. Just know that as the Lord holds you extra close to His heart during this difficult time, I’ll be holding you extra close in prayer and love.
From, Emma Lou and Antoinette Johnson with love
Evangelist Deborah D. Williams says
June 5, 2019 at 4:06 pmEvangelist Ministry of the Gospel Music Workshop of America, Inc.
Prayers to our beloved member: Min. Michelle Spence granddaughter of Mo. Vivian Spence.
Frances L.Dixon says
June 5, 2019 at 8:35 pmMy prayers go out to Elder Michelle Spence for the passing of her Grandmother.
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P. Diane Rountree says
June 6, 2019 at 4:45 pmElder Michelle Spence, you and your family have my sincere condolences. Your grandmother was a wonderful woman. God Bless You and your family.
P. Diane Rountree says
June 6, 2019 at 4:46 pmElder Michelle Spence, you and your family have my sincere condolences. Your grandmother was a wonderful woman.
LUCILLE SIVELS NICHOLES says
June 7, 2019 at 3:31 pmMy prayers and thoughts are with you Michelle and family.
April (Debra) Odom says
June 8, 2019 at 12:40 pm“Once the tears have dried up, and you have said your goodbyes, what is left is the beautiful and happy memories that you shared with your mother. May you find comfort in the memories you shared with your mom, accept my sincere condolences”
Betty Marsh says
June 8, 2019 at 2:54 pmOur deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Vivian Spence. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Betty Marsh and Family