Vivian L. Kiess

November 22, 1934 - March 16, 2020

Vivian L. Kiess, 85, of Muncy Valley, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, March 16, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones. Born November 22, 1934 in Millville, she was a daughter of the late Melvin and Edna (Gower) Stackhouse. However, Vivian was raised by her grandparents, Brady and Ina Gower of Salladasburg after the passing of her mother at the age of 26. Vivian retired from Garden State Tannery, Fleetwood, and was a member of the American Legion Post 601 Ladies Auxiliary for 59 years. Vivian was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed crafts and dancing. Surviving are two daughters, Kelly R. (George III) Wettlaufer and Sharol D. (Charlie Foust) Ledger, both of Muncy Valley; two step-daughters, Jane L. (Warren) Hall of Williamsport, and Shirley M. Butts of TN; a sister, Pauline Poper of Picture Rocks; two step-brothers, Robert Mausteller of Picture Rocks, and Richard Mausteller of Hughesville; her companion, Charles Carl of Linglestown; four daughters-in-law, Kim Kiess of Muncy Valley, Sue Moon of White Hall, Myra Hartman of Turbotville, and Ann Hartman of Picture Rocks; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and by her dog who she loved very much, Buffy. In addition to her parents, Vivian was preceded in death by two sons, Brady Hartman and Wayne Kiess; a step-son, Larry L. Kiess Sr.; a step-daughter, Sherry Kiess; a sister, June Phillips; two brothers, James M. Evans and Ronald Stackhouse; a step-grandson, Larry L. Kiess Jr.; and a step-great-grandson, Jessi Sibley. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, Hugehsville. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.mccartythomas.com.