Vivian Maria White, age 93, went home to be with the Lord from this life on November 1, 2026, while under the compassionate care of home hospice. At the time of her passing, she was lovingly surrounded by her family, who gathered at her bedside to be with her during her final moments.

She was preceded in death by her parents, the late Clarence A. Brittan and Claudia (Bradley) Brittan; her beloved husband, Frank White; her dear sister, Joyce Brittan Jordan; her sister-in-law, Claudia Jackson; her aunt and uncle, Gilford and Emma (Bradley) Darton from Dallas Texas; her cousins, Francis Douglas, Charles Garrett, and Keith Garrett; her nephews, Carl Jordan and Darryl Cheeks; and her niece, Debbie K. Jackson.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her loving and devoted family, including her son, Dr. Mark White of Columbus, Ohio; her daughters, Rhonda Eberhardt (Charles) of Beachwood, Ohio, and Brenda J. Walker (Lawrence) of Huber Heights, Ohio. She also leaves to cherish her memory her beloved sister, Beaulah (Brittan) Cheeks; her cherished grandchildren, Christina Kodjiku of Maumee, Ohio; Karla Eberhardt of Beachwood, Ohio, Adam Eberhardt (Jade) of Evanston, Illinois, Omari Adams White of Columbus Ohio; her great grandchildren, Zachery Nolden of Pensacola, Florida, Lauren Kodjiku of Maumee, Ohio, Khristopher Kodjiku of Maumee, Ohio, Cameron Nolden of Beachwood, Ohio and Launda Lou of Evanston, Illinois. She also leaves to cherish her memory her nephews, Chuckie/Charles (Rita) Jackson of Springfield, Ohio, James Jackson of Springfield, Ohio; her great-nephews and niece, Gabriel Cheeks, Logan Cheeks, Sebastian Cheeks, and Olivia all of Evanston, Illinois; her loving cousin and best friend, Gladys Garrett, of Springfield, Ohio; Kent Garrett (Sylvia), Kim Garrett (Jeff) both of Columbus, Ohio.

She will also be lovingly remembered by her beloved "Church of Christ Family," where she was faithful member for over 70 years, and found love, fellowship, spiritual encouragement and support; a host of lifelong friends, Howard and Diana Applin, Carl and Linda Avery, Jeffery and Jean, Carl Cheeks, Sally Eddington, Dana and Stacey Frey, Carolyn Henry, Virgina Jewell, Cynthia Mason, Mark Redman Norma Shropshire, Emma "Perk," Vance, Pinkie West, Ida Mae Williams, and Josh Wynn.

Vivian Maria White was born on September 18,1933 in Longview Texas to Clarence A. and Claudia (Bradley) Brittan.

Vivian attended elementary schools in Longview and Dallas Texas. She graduated from Springfield South High School in Springfield Ohio. She attended Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, and Central State University, in Wilberforce, Ohio.

Vivian retired from Wright Patterson AFB where she worked 38 years; 31of which were at the USAF Museum in the Royal D. Frey Research Division.

A Life of Faith, Family, and Service

Mom was a loving and devoted mother whose life was deeply rooted in her faith in the Lord and her love for her family. A faithful member of the Church of Christ for more than 70 years, her belief in God was a guiding force throughout her life. She also held a strong belief in the importance of education and encouraged others to recognize its value.

Mom was a fun-loving person who brought joy to those around her. She had a special way of making a difference in the lives of many people she encountered offering help, encouragement, and support whenever she could. Throughout her years she was instrumental in the lives of so many, leaving a lasting impression on those who knew and loved her. She enjoyed playing Scrabble, a pastime that brought her pleasure and opportunities to share laughter and fellowship with others.

Her commitment to service and community was reflected in her affiliations with the United Senior Services, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), the Tuskegee Airman, and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees.

Above all, mom cherished her faith and her family. The Lord was the foundation of her life and her family. Her life was a testament of faith, love, learning, service and the countless lives she touched along the way. She will be remembered with love and gratitude by all who were blessed to know her.

Visitation is Tuesday, November 10, 202,6 from 11 a.m. until the times of service at 12 noon in the Church of Christ, 811 Montgomery Avenue. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park.