Vivian Longnecker
Vivian Longnecker passed away peacefully on December 7, 2017, at Golden Acres Manor, Carrington, ND, with family by her side. Vivian Frances Jasman was born to Robert and Ida (Almer) Jasman April 1, 1924, in Goodrich, ND. Being an April Fools Baby she had a great sense of humor and was known to pull a prank or two. She had one brother, Larry, and one sister, Verna. She attended school in the Heaton area through the eighth grade. As a teenager her family moved to New Rockford where she met her husband of 76 years, Ervin. They were married in a double ceremony with Herb and Donna Koepplin, in Sheyenne, ND on September 1, 1941. After living at three area farmsteads, they made their home at their current residence of 68 years. Vivian settled into farm life and became a devoted homemaker, wife and mother who loved her boys. She was known for her cooking, no one ever went away from her table hungry. There was no shortage of home cooked meat, potatoes and vegetables all covered with gravy, butter and cream. Vivian had a green thumb and could grow any type of flower or vegetable. Along with gardening came canning and preserving, making sure everyone was fed all year long. Vivian enjoyed raising chickens. She loved sewing and craft making of all kinds including beadwork and macrame. Vivian had hands that were strong enough to do any task required but also so loving when needed. Her generosity was endless and her heart was genuine. She belonged to the local Homeakers Club, was a member of First Lutheran Church and a circle member. Through the years, Vivian and Ervin enjoyed playing cards with neighbors, working hard and playing hard, fishing and spending time with their grandchildren. Vivian is survived by her husband, Ervin, and two sons, Merle (Sandy) and Roger (Patti), both of New Rockford. She loved her eight grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by two sons Dennis and Charles, her parents and her two siblings Larry Jasman and Verna Ingwaldson.
VISITATION: With family present to receive friends, held Sunday 4PM-6PM, in Evans Funeral Home, New Rockford. FUNERAL SERVICE: First Lutheran Church, New Rockford DATE AND TIME: Monday, December 11, 2017 at 10:30AM BURIAL: Prairie Home Cemetery, New Rockford, ND |
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Name: Shannon & Kevin Riggle
Date: 12/14/17
Message: So sorry to hear of Vivian's passing, deepest sympathy to Ervin and the entire family. What a wonderfully strong woman and a check of a sense of humor - she will certainly be missed.
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Name: Ilana Kelly
Date: 12-10-17
Message: Merle and Sandy, Kim and Mike and family:
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you and sending prayers and hugs
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Name: Charmain and Steve Romanoski
Date: 12/10/17
Message: Our sincere sympathies to all the Longnecker family. God's peace to you. She is fondly remembered as a fun loving women.
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Name: Carol Mehlhoff
Date: 12-9-17
Message: My sincere sympathy is extended to Ervin - and family members- May God be with u all in this time of sorrow.
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Name: Crystal Davis
Date: 12-9-17
Message: I am sorry of Vivian's passing. I am thinking of all of her family at this time.
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Name: Ralph Dyrness
Date: 12-9-2017
Message: My sincere condolences on the death of Vivian--wife, mother, grandmother and loving lady. May God bless each of you in this time of sorrow.
Ralph Dyrness
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Name: Sara Wick
Date: 12/8/17
Message: Andre and I are remembering our visits to North Dakota visiting with Viv and Ervin. She was a remarkable woman, fond memories. Our hearts reach out to Ervin, and the entire Longnecker family. You were blessed to have had her for so many years.