Vivian M. Ash-Wells, 65, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024, at her home.
 She was born at New Martinsville, W.V., on June 27, 1958, a daughter of the late Kermit Warren Ash and Shirley Marie Wright Ash.
 She was a graduate of Marietta College with a degree in journalism. She was a former assistant manager for Shoe World in New Martinsville and a former employee for Mor 4 Less in Woodsfield. Vivian was also a former customer service representative for Safe Auto, Woodsfield, and then retired.
 She was a member of Unity Baptist Church near Antioch, Ohio, and a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Lodge 268, Woodsfield.
 Vivian also enjoyed bowling when she was able.
 Surviving are her husband, William “Bill” Wells whom she married on August 4, 1990; one son, Nathaniel Wells and his companion, Amber Fluharty of Woodsfield; one brother, Douglas Warren Ash of Woodsfield; one grandson, Waylon Warren Wells.
 Friends will be received at Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, from 4 – 8 p.m. Thursday, January 25, 2024, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 26, 2024, with Pastor Mark Zimmer officiating.
 Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery, Antioch, Ohio.
 Eastern Star services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.