Vivian "Yvonne" Yvonne Ellison

Vivian Yvonne Lewis Ellison was born on March 23, 1951, in Columbia, Alabama, to the late Jimca and Mary Lewis. She was one of eight beloved siblings.

In 1975, Vivian married the love of her life, Robert Lee Ellison, with whom she shared many joyful years until his passing on June 25, 2022.

Vivian went home to be with her Lord on the morning of September 18, 2025, peacefully at her home.

Vivian will be remembered for her caring heart, her fun and outgoing personality, and the way she brought joy to everyone she met. She had a gift for sewing and worked as a talented seamstress for many years, using her skills to create clothing and keepsakes that reflected her creativity and love.

She is survived by her children, Darrell (Jennifer) Ellison and Rhonda (Willie) Ellison; grandchildren, Elijah, Leah, Jorden, and Isaiah; nephew, Mark Ellison (Mark Jr., Khalil, Jamaar); brothers, Jordan (Jean) Lewis, Curtis (Stephanie) Lewis, and Janssen (Erica) Lewis; god-sister, Jean Allen; faithful nephew, Janssen “Goobar” Lewis; special nieces, Jacqueline Lewis, Lucille Griffin, and Sarah Griffin; and many devoted friends including Willie Sale, EB, Eddie Roy, Buddy, Buford, and Paul. She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and countless others who loved her dearly.

Vivian’s life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, and her love will live on in all who knew her.

A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Friday at the funeral home from 5:00pm-7:00pm.