Vivian Zvibleman, a beloved teacher whose gentle spirit and boundless patience touched the lives of countless children and families over the course of more than 50 years, passed away peacefully on April 24th at the age of 96.
Vivian dedicated her life to nurturing young minds, helping generations of children grow with kindness, curiosity, and confidence. Her classrooms were a place of warmth, laughter, and learning—a space where every child and family felt seen, heard, and loved.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Zvibleman, and two of her daughters, Faye Zvibleman and Debbie Kiske.
Vivian is survived by her loving children, Alan (Jalie) Zvibleman, Sherri (Mark) Zellinger, and Jim (Judy) Kiske. She is also survived by her adoring grandchildren, Sam and Charlie (Ally) Zvibleman, Logan and Ally Wieczorek, Emily (Jon) Tirjan and Jeff (Paige) Kiske. Finally, she absolutely loved her amazing great grandchildren, Reid & Joey Zvibleman and Bennett & Brooke Kiske.
Beyond her lifelong commitment to early childhood education, Vivian will be remembered for her love of family, compassion, resilience, her sage wisdom and the lasting impact she made on all that knew her.
She will be deeply missed, but her light will continue to shine through every life she touched.
Graveside service Monday, April 28th, 4:00 PM at B’nai Amoona Cemetery, 930 North and South. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to Congregation B’nai Amoona.
