Vivian L. Smith

Vivian Leigh Smith of North Las Vegas NV went peacefully to be with the Lord on August 13, 2014 after a long battle with cancer at the age of 67. She was born in Ashland Oregon on April 18th 1947 to DeArmond and Lois Leigh (both deceased). Vivian graduated from Ashland High School in 1965. She met the love of her life, Gary L Smith, and they were married on March 6th 1976. Gary and Vivian lived in Seattle WA and San Diego CA among other places before settling and retiring in North Las Vegas NV. Vivian loved to travel and spend time with her family and friends. Vivian is survived by her husband, Gary L Smith, her older sister, Linda (Garth) Ziegenhagen, younger brother, Armond (Linda) Leigh, nieces and nephews, Scott (Sarah) Ziegenhagen, Lori Ziegenhagen and Ryan (Sarah) Leigh, daughter by choice, Carla (Todd) Johnson, God/Granddaughters, Trinity Johnson and Sierra Johnson, as well as an extensive family of great nieces, nephews and numerous friends. Her laugh, smile, and giving personality will be greatly missed by all those who loved her. Celebration of Life memorials will be planned for 2015 to take place in Ashland Oregon and San Diego California. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society in Vivian’s Honor.