Vivian Wickham's Obituary
In Loving Memory of
Willodene "Vivian" Wickham
Willodene “Vivian” Wickham, age 94, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, passed away on November 5, 2025. She was born on April 26, 1931, in Raleigh, Tennessee, to Lawrence Pauley Wickham and Martha Novella (Kuhlmann) Wickham. Vivian was the third of six children and a beloved sister, aunt, and friend.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Martha Wickham; her brothers, Lawrence Wickham (Lillian), Raymond Mitchell (Rose), Gus Mitchell, and her infant brother who was born prematurely and lived only seven hours; as well as her nieces Martha Klutts and Debbie Mitchell, great nephew Spencer Duncan, and great niece Ashlie Soper.
Vivian is survived by her sister, Jane Duncan (Charles – deceased). Although she did not have children of her own, she was a loving and devoted aunt to many.
From her brother Lawrence, the nieces and nephews include Larry Wickham, Lillian Davis, and Martha Klutts (deceased); great-nieces and nephews Gail Booth, Leigh Ann Reese, and Renee Brame; and great-great-nieces and nephews Joey Reese, Kayla Reese, Mindy Garvin, Mandy Garvin, Zachary Booth, Rocco Brame, and Calliope Brame.
From her sister Jane, the nieces and nephews include David Duncan, Alan Duncan, Dale Duncan, and Susan Nightingale; great-nieces and nephews Allison Lamont, Katelyn Duncan, Michael Duncan, Spencer Duncan (deceased), Tanner Duncan, Calder Duncan, Jessica Price, and Andrew Nightingale; and great-great-nieces and nephews Mark Lamont, Bridget Lamont, Havilah Duncan, Zion Duncan, Griffin Duncan, Mathias Trundy, and Penelope Price.
From her brother Raymond, the nieces and nephews include Debbie Mitchell (deceased) and Cheryl Mitchell; great-nieces and nephews Michael Turner, BreAnna Ware, Stanton Soper, and Ashlie Soper (deceased); and great-great-nieces and nephews Kamryn Turner, Kyndall Turner, Emersyn Ware, Dontay Ware, Marcus Ware, and Kaylynn Ware.
Vivian lived a life full of faith, love, and kindness. She always had a smile on her face and was ready with hugs and an “I love you”. She had a strong Christian faith, read her Bible daily, and loved Jesus. A talented crafter, she spent many hours crocheting and cross-stitching beautiful works of art and cozy blankets that she lovingly gave to family and friends.
She will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and the joy she brought to all who knew her. Although she will be greatly missed, we take comfort in knowing she is now dancing with Jesus in heaven.
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