Vivian Marie Daniels

Surrounded by loving family, Vivian Marie Daniels, known affectionately as “Mom” to everyone, passed away at her home in Cincinnati, Ohio at the age of 90. Vivian, born and raised in Cincinnati, was a caring soul who cherished moments spent with her family and friends.

Vivian is survived by her children, Michael (Vi) Daniels and Mary (Mike) Busch, her grandchildren, Michelle, Sean, Heather (David), Ami (Bryan), Melodie (Dave), Jason (Christine), Nathan, Krista (Todd), Brandon (Meera), and Eric (Zoe), 10 great grandchildren, and many other family and friends.

Vivian was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Elizabeth Amend, her in-laws, William and Caralyn Daniels, her siblings Jerome (Joan) Amend and Ronald Amend, her children, Kathleen Kelly and James Robert Daniels, her granddaughter, Stephanie Kelly, great granddaughter, Jordin Stump and brother-in-law, Tony Cox.

Vacations in Gatlinburg and trips to Hueston Woods with her children were some of her fondest memories. Vivian loved going to the movies with family and friends. She had a special love for making spaghetti and meatballs, chocolate chip cookies, and her unique and delicious dip. She had a collection of cherished recipes which she often shared with her loved ones.

She had a passion for reading fiction books and enjoyed her girl’s day out filled with shopping and delicious meals. Vivian’s faithful companion, her dog Louie, brought her comfort after the passing of her beloved husband, James. She was well-known in her church for her years of dedicated service at Hospitality Sunday.

Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were a constant presence in her life, and she always made them feel welcome in her home. Vivian met and married her high school sweetheart, James, and shared 65 beautiful years together, raising four children, Kathleen, James, Michael, and Mary.

In her earlier years, Vivian loved dancing to the tunes of Big Bands and cherished time spent at the Moonlight Gardens with her husband.

She will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and the joy she brought to those around her.

A Celebration of Vivian’s life will be held on Monday, October 14, 2024:

Visitation at 11:00 am at St. Therese Little Flower Parish
 Mass at 12:00 pm at St. Therese Little Flower Parish
 Graveside service at Arlington Memorial Gardens in the Garden of Meditation

Vivian led a life full of love, laughter, and cherished moments with her beloved family. She will be deeply missed by all who loved her. May she rest in peace.