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Vivian Lee Ziller, 68, of Marengo passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born June 1, 1944 in Elgin, the daughter of Lloyd and Hazel (Fatland) Henne. 

On September 6, 1981 she married Keith Ziller in Elgin.

Viv was a waitress in local diners in the area for many years.  She was loved by her regular customers.  She enjoyed bingo and going to the riverboat.  She loved to cook and clean and work outdoors.  She cherished playing with her grandchildren when they visited.  Vivian was a simple lady who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her beloved husband Keith, her loving children Randy (Cheryl) Kosek, Tom (Robin) Kosek, Brian (Laura) Kosek, Kris (Dave) Bochenek, Brian (Babe) Ziller, Jodie (Pam) Ziller and Chadd Ziller. Her cherished grandchildren; Ryan, Autumn, Karriel, Robert (Brittany) Justin, Hannah, Tommy (Marika), Dakota, Katie, Chase (Tarah), Clayton (Melissa), Jacob (Erin) and Joanne (Will), 12 great grandchildren , her dear sisters Evie Cirrincione, Betty Arnold and Mary (Dave) Kerchmar, many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Clayton Henne and two grandsons Lucas and Heston Ziller.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 PM Monday, January 28, 2013 at Zion Lutheran Church 408 Jackson St., Marengo and will continue Tuesday, January 29, at the church from 10:00 AM until the 11:00 AM Funeral Service with Rev. Glenn Borhart and Rev. Raymond Ayers officiating.

Burial will be in River Valley Memorial Gardens in West Dundee.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the church.

The James A. O'Connor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  For information, call 847-669-5111.