Vivian Griffin Ames passed away on March 24, 2025, at the age of 89. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother.
Vivian was born on September 13, 1935, in Greenville County, Virginia. She moved to Florida at the age of 17 where she met the love of her life, Roland H. Ames (Ronnie). Vivian was a devoted wife of 56 years. During her life they resided in Colorado, California, North Carolina, and back to Florida. Lake City was home for 15 years, then Middleburg for 8 years where they were members of Lantern Park Baptist Church and then she was a member of Kingsley Lake Baptist Church.
Vivian is survived by 2 sisters: Viola Fritz and Grace Parker; 2 daughters: Teresa Morgan (Dan), and Elizabeth West (Mike); a son: Roland Ames III (Bonnie); grandchildren: Daniel Morgan Jr. (Gina), Tracy Mclendon (Mike), Jessica Smith, Roland Ames the IV (Ashley); 10 great grandchildren, and 8 great great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Vivian is now at peace and in the arms of the Lord. She was deeply loved and will be missed.
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