Vivian Lea Raska

To Vivian's family:

Vivian and I were classmates in grade school and I have fond memories of her. So sorry for your loss.
R.I.P. Vivian.

To Vivian's family: We were neighbor's for several years and always enjoyed Vivian's "words of wisdom". She was so much fun and her laugh was contagious! Vivian, fly high and enjoy your well earned heavenly reward.

I can't find the words to express how sorry I am for this loss.. Sissy left a legacy of kindness and love that is incomparable! She will continue to inspire us all. She was my only aunt and I will have such fond memories of her, listening to her voicemails will bring me tears of joy. I am so happy for her next place, right beside Jesus. Love you all.

Words cannot express my sadness as to the passing of my beloved sister, as we affectionately called her Sissy. I remember as a young boy she was so loving and so caring to my younger brother and I, as we totally loved her and wanted to see her as often as we possibly could. She was always there with open arms and a beautiful smile and kiss for us.

I’m sure anyone who reads my comments knows that Sissy was an amazing woman who persevered with a lot of issues within her life yet one thing that was always incredibly stable was her relationship with our Almighty GOD and her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The only thing that has walked me through this horrific scenario is the fact that I know in my heart and soul that Sissy is in the arms of Jesus.

One thing I remember her telling me on many occasions, especially when she was preaching to me and more than likely I needed a good sermon, she said “I can’t wait to see Jesus”.

My Sissy you will be missed on this earth by many of your friends and family yet the only reprieve I have in my heart and soul is that I know we will all be back together one day in heaven.
I love you, my sister.
Jimmy

Shannon, Tina, Stacey, Addie, Kyler, Braden and family,
I have thought of you all often these past few days. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Some of my best childhood memories include Vivian- she was like a second Mom to me! She preached and prayed and tried to keep all of the neighborhood kids in line... "TRIED" being the key word. I will miss her, and I am so thankful that I had that last phone call with her on the 10th- it was a special one! I will always remember her and her kindness- she was a rare gem.
All my love,
Sharon and family