Vivian L.M. Skjerva

Vivian L. M. Skjerva, 88, of Moorhead, MN, formerly of Hawley, MN, died Thursday, November 28, 2008, in Golden Living Center, Moorhead, MN. Vivian was born March 7, 1920 in Ulen, Minnesota to Hans and Inga Hanson Romer. She attended school in Hawley, Minnesota. Vivian married Bernard Skjerva on June 28, 1949 in Hawley, Minnesota. They owned and operated Ben-Lee Restaurant where she worked as a waitress. Bernard died April 22, 1972. She was daycare provider in her home for many years. Vivian enjoyed fishing and gardening, and also liked to crochet, cook and bake. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Bernard; one daughter, Sharon Carlson; three sisters, Eleanor, Irene & Mildred; and a brother, Harris Romer. She is survived by her brother, Duane Charlene Romer, Hawley, MN; a sister, Delores Magnusson, Seattle, WA; and special friends, Harley, Shireen and Isaac Regier. Memorials may be given to Hegland Lutheran Church.