Vivian Persall Obituary

Ms. Vivian Denise Persall, 56, of Aiken, SC, beloved daughter of Pat Cramer and cherished sister of Wendy (Daniel Nadeau) Born, entered into rest on Thursday afternoon, October 23, 2025, following a brave and courageous battle with stage four colon cancer. She had last worked a few days before her death. Born in West Branch, MI, and raised in Sarasota, FL, she graduated from Riverview High School. She continued her education by receiving her Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Central Florida. Later, she received her Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. For nearly thirty years, her career with Amentum took her to various places. She had lived in Orlando, Florida, Birmingham, Alabama, Naperville, Illinois, and England, Vivian made Aiken, SC, her home in 2012. The biggest fan and avid supporter of the University of Central Florida Knights, she rarely missed a home football game. Go Knights! Vivian enjoyed trips to the beach and crafting. Not a holiday or occasion went by without her home being decorated accordingly. However, nothing made Vivian any happier than the cherished time spent with her family and friends. Along with her mom and sister, she is survived by her canine child, Sullivan, as well as a host of other relatives, including over one hundred cousins. Her father, Richard Persall, along with her feline child, Alexander, and canine nephew, Loki, also preceded Vivian in death. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 3 o'clock in the chapel of Hatcher Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 3464 Jefferson Davis Highway, Graniteville, SC. Andrew Siders will officiate. Friends will be greeted by the family beginning at 2 o'clock on Thursday at the funeral home. Considering her love for her beloved Knights, memorials in Vivian's honor may be made to the University of Central Florida's athletic department. www.ucfknights.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ms. Vivian, please visit our floral store.