died Tuesday morning in Omaha.
She was born March 6, 1923 in Carson, Iowa to John and Maggie (Hamilton) McKenzie. She came to Fremont with her family when she was 5 years of age. She grew up in Fremont, graduating from high school in 1941. She was attended Midland Lutheran College in Fremont, and after receiving her teaching certificate, she taught school for a brief time.
She was married to Archie Pugh, who preceded her in death on Christmas day, December 25, 1965. After her marriage, she and Archie lived in Omaha. Then in the 1970's, she lived in Kansas City, then returned to Omaha where she lived until moving to Fremont last November. She worked for the Social Security Administration for several years.
She was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Omaha.
Survivors: brother Verne and wife Janet McKenzie of Gainsville, Florida
several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews
She was preceded in death by her husband Archie, 2 brothers and 4 sisters
The funeral service will be 2 PM Friday, February 12th, in Fremont at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Greg Hall. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery, Fremont, where her husband was buried. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary will be on Thursday from 3 to 8 PM, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 PM. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Omaha, and Fremont Area Alzheimer's Fund.
online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(4)
Margo Juarez
Omaha, NE Sunday, February 28, 2016 I am sorry to learn about the passing of Vi. I worked with her at Social Security. I really enjoyed receiving her Christmas cards and visiting her when she resided at Skyline. She was a wonderful person who will be missed. Deepest sympathy.Elaine Beard
Omaha, NE Thursday, February 11, 2016 Vi and I worked together with the Social Security Administration. I remember her as a lovely lady and colleague. I am sorry to hear of her passing.Linda Krause Shallberg
Omaha, NE Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Love and caring thoughts to the family of my friend, Vi, as she celebrates a glorious entry into heaven! VI was a beautiful lady, a compassionate friend, a lovely Christian, and faithful volunteer whom I met during her many years as a volunteer at Methodist Hospital. She was an understanding encourager to one who was newly widowed. We shared many wonderful lunches and a special friendship. May loving memories bring peace and comfort to her family.Norman & Ruth Morrisson
Las Vegas, NV Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Our thoughts and prayers are with the McKenzie family and all our relatives through this heartbreaking time in the loss of Viola, our aunt. There's nothing we can say that will ease your pain but we just wanted you to know we are thinking of you. Our deepest condolences.