Vivian Marie (Bowman) Miller, age 93 of Kentwood, Michigan passed away January 21, 2013 at Elmcroft of Kentwood Assisted Living. She was born June 9, 1919 in Barry County, the daughter of Harry and Laura (Eberly) Sponable.

Vivian attended Hastings Schools. She married Fred Miller. Vivian was a homemaker for most of her life. She enjoyed fishing, hunting, mushrooming, camping, canning, cooking for the family and taking care of her family.

Vivian was preceded in death by her parents: Harry and Laura Sponable; husband, Fred Miller; former husband, Jack Bowman; brother, Robert Sponable; daughter-in-law, Sherry Bowman and son-in-law, Harold Hummell.

Vivian is survived by her daughter, Bonnie J. Hummell of Hastings; son, Tom (Kathy) Bowman of Kentwood; son, Harry Bowman of Hastings; daughter, Janet (Vern) Johnson of Wisconsin; son, Gary (Mel) Bowman of Hastings; many grandchildren and one cousin, Robert McMillian of Hastings.

Respecting Vivian’s wishes a private family graveside service took place on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at Hastings Township Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, 3230 Eagle Park Dr. NE, Suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI 49525.