Vivian Irene Ownby

Vivian Irene Ownby ,72, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away August 4, 2022. She was born on October 17, 1949 in Cleveland, Tennessee to James and Mamie (Black) Vaughn. Vivian was a devoted mother and loving wife. She loved reading and raising Great Pyrenees dogs. She also loved trips into the mountains. Vivian enjoyed gardening and being on her beloved farm. Vivian was of the Christian Faith.

Vivian was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mamie Vaughn and her sister Carolyn Colbaugh.

Left behind to cherish in her memory are her husband, Donnie Ray Ownby, her daughter Melissa Ownby and her son Tracy Ownby (Lucinda). She is also survived by her Sister Ellen Murphy and grandchild Hayden Ownby. Her sister-in-laws Connie Ownby and Elaine Clonts and Nephew Lloyd Clonts.

The family will receive friends and family at a private Celebration of Life Gathering in October. Location and date to be announced later. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude’s or Breast Cancer Research. Please visit the online register book to leave words of comfort or fond memories for the family. Final arrangements by Companion Funeral and Cremation Service, Cleveland Chapel.