Mrs. Harris was a successful business woman, serving fourteen years as a bookkeeper for doctors Robert and Lewis Hyatt. She later owned and operated Harris Florist and then Ben Franklin retail store. In 1981, she was elected Drew County Circuit Clerk and served unopposed until her retirement. As an active member of the community, Vivian belonged to the Drew County Medical Assistants Society and was a charter member of Town and Country Garden Club. She was a member of First Baptist Church since 1953.
Vivian enjoyed good health most of her life which allowed her to do things she enjoyed, such as working in her yard, making quilts for her daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was the happiest when she could help others as she often did.
Mrs. Harris is survived by two daughters; Wanda, wife of Mike Cavaness of Monticello and Debrah wife of Clyde Dorrough, of Mtn. View; three grandchildren, Melissa, wife of Sandy Sanders of Monticello, Ann Gould of Ringgold, LA and Robert, husband of Katrina Cavaness of Monticello; five great-grandchildren, Ryan and Kelsey Watts, Dawson and Martin Gould, and Katie Grace Cavaness; two sisters, Bivian Collins and May Pennington of Monticello. She also had many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Condolences(19)
Suza Curry Jordan
Fayetteville, AR Monday, April 8, 2013 Debra and Wanda, I was saddened to read of your Mother's death. She was such a great lady and accomplished so much. I remember all the fun sleepovers with Deb while growing up in Monticello.Love to you all,
Suza Curry Jordan
Cynthia Bashaw
Redfield, AR Thursday, March 7, 2013 A beautiful lady, inside and out. God called an Angel home.jacquelyn chaney
McGehee, AR Saturday, March 2, 2013 I worked at the nursing .Sorry for your loss.Donna Lytle
Monticello, AR Saturday, February 23, 2013 Sorry for your loss, in deepest sympathy.mark@mary withers
monticello, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 she was my aunt and she is in heaven with her sister audrey withers, may god help the family now , she will be missed!Stan & MegAnne Townsend
, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 So sorry for your loss.Gladys and James Youngblood
Monticello, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 May you rest in peace, Vivian. A nice Lady and my friend. Sympathy to the family. GladysJanice G McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 How sad to love those whom we love so dearly. Vivian was such a beautiful and delightful lady whom all loved.May God surround you with his love in your time of sorrow, give you comfort and peace. With love & sympathy, Janice Gladden McAllister
Ed Montgomery
Little Rock, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 Debrah,Please accept our condolences and deepest sympathy. Your mother, as I recall, was always in a good mood and carried a big smile. You and your family are in our prayers.
Eddy
Ashley Price
Monticello, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 My deepest sympathy for your loss.Ashley Price
Rhea LaGrone
, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 Wanda our deepest sympathy to you at this time we are praying for you and your familyCarroll and Rhea
Eleanor Harris Hatley Gibbons
Little Rock, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 Deborah,So sorry to hear of your mom's death. I know when we spoke last at the Heart Hospital; you had told me that her health was failing her. Just remember now she is walking the streets of gold and is awaiting all for her children & grandchildren to come to her home in heaven.
Joan W Davidson
Little Rock, AR Friday, February 22, 2013 To the Family, so sad to hear of the passing of Vivian. She was a beautiful lady and my prayers are with the entire family. May God Bless and be with the family.Gwen Kelley Stephenson
Crossett, AR Thursday, February 21, 2013 Vivian was always such a beautiful and sweet lady. My Dad was Brooklyn Kelley and Vivian's first cousin, I always had the best time when we would go to reunions at Aunt Annie's. A lot of precious people in that family. Cherish all the good memories. So sorry.Barbara Burks McElroy
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 21, 2013 Wanda and Deborah, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. You both are in my thoughts and prayers.Donna McDougald
Clanton, AL Thursday, February 21, 2013 Mrs.Wanda,I was so sad to read of Mrs. Vivian passing away . Please know that I considered it a honor to have taken care of her . She was a classy lady. The highlight of my day everyday was to see her smile and to have her pat my hand or cheek after assisting her. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. (Nurse from WPNH)linda r.funderburg
monticello, AR Thursday, February 21, 2013 wanda,deborah and family so sorry to hear of your mom's death i am thinking of you'llNancy Early
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 21, 2013 Deborah, I am so sad to hear about your mother. I have such happy memories of us growing up here in Monticello, bunking parties at your house, dinner parties when we were learning to cook and many sleepovers. Your mother was always happy to have all of us girls to stay at your house. I remember her getting potato chips and french onion dip for us! Loved the stuff! You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. What precious memories we have!Pat Savage Montgomery
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 21, 2013 So sorry to hear. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.