Vivian Elders Obituary
In loving memory of Vivian Elders in Dayton, Ohio, born in Columbus, Ohio, who departed this world on February 13, 2026 at the age of 93. Vivian leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Vivian shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Vivian farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lloyd Gothard and Regina Gothard; her husband Harry Elders; her great grandchild Isaiah Mills-Gilmer; her siblings, Evelyn Mitchell, David Gothard and George Gothard; and her sister-in-law Marge Gothard.
She is survived by: her brother Joseph Gothard; and her sister-in-law Marsha Gothard. She is also survived by nieces and great-nieces, nephews and great-nephews, and friends.
