Born on July 28, 1931, she attended local schools, graduating from Martinsburg High School. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph L. Thomas and Hazel McCoy Thomas; former husband David L. Davis; great grandson Liam Mann; and her dear friends, May and Al Stewart.
She grew up in Martinsburg but after marriage moved to the farm where she enjoyed supporting her families interest in horses and farming.
Vivian worked as a cook for the Berkeley County School system, working at Rosemont Elementary School and South Middle School. She retired as a head cook. She was a Christian and in her younger adult years served as a youth leader at Rosemont Brethren Church. In recent years she attended Faith Baptist Church regularly.
Vivian is survived by her sons: R. Shelton Davis (Cosby), P. Brian Davis and Joel “Chip” Davis (Janice) all of Martinsburg, WV; step-grandchildren: Jonathan Ely and Stephen Ely (Barrie); grandchildren: Jennifer Silkworth (William), Scott Davis, Crystal Wilson (Randy), Quinton Davis, Colt Davis, Michael Davis (Krista), Victoria Kerns (Hetzel), Cassandra Mann (Carey) and Elizabeth Mullis (George); she was blessed with many great grandchildren. Vivian will also be missed by Alfred “Fred” Stewart II and Daphne Wodzinski.
A memorial service will be held at Faith Baptist Church, 1637 Files Cross Roads, Martinsburg, WV at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2021.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Faith Baptist Church, 1637 Files Cross Roads, Martinsburg WV 25404 or Good Samaritan Free Health Care, P.O. Box 2353, Martinsburg, WV 25402.
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