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1939
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2016
Vivian De Rosa Obituary
76, of Gilbert Arizona passed away on October 7, 2016. Vivian was born in Rochester, NY and in 1977 the family moved to Mesa, AZ. Vivian was trained as a beautician and always enjoyed providing a style to anyone that asked. She worked for Eastman Kodak in Rochester as a patent secretary. When the family moved to Arizona she worked for many years at Rosarita Mexican Foods as an assistant to the General Manager. She finished her working career along-side Frank and the kids in the family business. She officially retired in 2014. Vivian was a devout Catholic and devoted her life to her faith and family. She was proud of her Italian heritage and that showed through in her cooking and meals prepared for Sunday dinners and Holidays. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was fondly called Mom, Grandma and Gigi. She had a sense of humor and a laugh that would light up the room. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth, love, kindness and acceptance. Husband Francis (Frank) of 57 years, her children Kevin (Kelly) De Rosa, Marc (Vicky) De Rosa, Terri (Joe) Cooper along with her brother Anthony Rivoli. Grandchildren Christopher (Megan), Marissa (Joe), Kimmi (Drew), Kevin Jr. (Brittany), Michael (Krista), Nicholas (Cynthia) and Sara. Great grandchildren Emily, Easton, Taylor, Emma, Kevin III and Julianna. Vivian was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Mary Rivoli. Rosary with funeral mass to follow on October 28th at Christ the King Catholic Church in Mesa. Internment at Queen of Heaven following mass. Arrangements by Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery & Funeral Home. Contributions to Autism Cares Foundation at www.autismcaresfoundation.org and Halo Animal Rescue-Phoenix at www.halorescue.org.
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for Vivian De Rosa
Yes you got to see me married. I hope that brought you as much joy as it brought me.
Marc De Rosa
November 4, 2016
Marc De Rosa
November 4, 2016
I know you always wanted me to be married and happy. You got to see that.
Marc De Rosa
November 4, 2016
E Y
October 30, 2016
To The DeRosa Family:
I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. She seemed like a vivacious fun loving person. I'm sure she will be sorely missed by all who knew her. May your fun loving times together bring you joyful memories.
Deepest Sympathy,
Nette
October 28, 2016
It is so very difficult when we lose those we love. Please accept my deepest condolences. May your memories warm your heart and bring a smile to your face in time. My hope is that God will give you the strength and power you need as you cope with the loss of someone so special to you. Isaiah 40:29
Loved and missed dearly
October 28, 2016
Dear Mom, When you left us it was the saddest day of my life . I miss you so much you were my rock, my best friend, my mentor, the one who understood me the most, my greatest confidant, and the best mother! We shared so many laughs and fun times. You were so kind and had such a loving heart ❤❤. You were always there for our family and especially me . I think of you every day. I asked God to pick a bunch of roses and give them to you and tell you how much I love and miss you. There is an ache in my heart that will never go. YOU are definitely the best angel of all.
Love and miss you so much !! ❤
Your loving daughter, Terri
Very much loved and missed
October 28, 2016
Dear Mom, When you left us it was the saddest day of my life . I miss you so much you were my rock, my best friend, my mentor, the one who understood me the most, my greatest confidant, and the best mother! We shared so many laughs and fun times. You were so kind and had such a loving heart ❤❤. You were always there for our family and especially me . I think of you every day.
I asked God to pick a bunch of roses and give them to you and tell you how much I love and miss you. There is an ache in my heart that will never go.
YOU are definitely the best angel of all.
Love and miss you so much !! ❤
Your loving daughter, Terri
October 28, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)
Megan Cooper
October 26, 2016
Gigi&Grandma,
You were a grandma to me by marriage but the best Gigi to my to special girls. I cherish the time Tay Tay and Em got to spend with you and I hope they have learned how to be strong like you. They truely adore you and To say you are dearly missed is an understatement but I know you are a guardian angel looking over the girls. Thank you for bringing religion back into my life, for answering my worries texts at 4 in the morning, for staying with me the entire time I was in labor with Tay Tay, for teaching me how to cook delicious eggs and for being a great friend and grandma. I am greatful to have known you and the traditions you have started (reading the birth of Jesus story on Christmas Eve) we will remember you through these traditions. We love you and miss you so much!
Vicky De Rosa
October 26, 2016
Vivian epitomized warmth and grace. Her faith guided her and her love for all things family sustained her. I so admired her strength and compassion and am richer to have known her for the short time that I did. She was a beautiful woman with a huge heart who always greeted us with a welcoming smile, a kiss and a hug. She shared her Italian traditions the Wrapping of the Bride and Groom for the last dance and the Feast of the Seven Fishes come readily to my mind. I take comfort in knowing she is at peace with her God and is now an Angel watching over her family. Even though we miss her dearly, I know in my heart she'll greet us with that loving smile and hugs for all the next time we meet. Finché non ci rincontreremo, Mama Viv.
JALEEN FLANIGAN
October 26, 2016
RIP BEAUTIFUL LADY
Tim Wren
October 25, 2016
Eternal Rest grant unto her, oh Lord. May she Rest in Peace. Our heartfelt condolences to you and yours, Marc.
October 25, 2016
De Rosa Family,
Our condolences go out to you. Your mom was a "mom" to us as well. We feel blessed to have known and had Vivian's positive influence in our life. Our hearts go out to you as we have also felt a loss. Much love to you all. Chris and Kellie Bliven
Ed/Nancy Lynch
October 25, 2016
First of all Nancy and I want to voice our deepest sympathy for the loos of Vivian.
However Vivian has been given her final reward...looking into the face of Jesus Christ. We all look forward to doing the same on our day. Bless you and your families, we pray for strength in this time of deep loss.
Our "Mother & Son" wedding dance.
Marc De Rosa
October 25, 2016
Mom, you were loved by all, especially Kevin Terri and I. It was tragic what happened, but I understand that the last 9 years together brought us closer than we have ever been. I'm glad for that and with that, we learned to say "I LOVE YOU" to each other every day. You will be in my heart forever, and hopefully you can watch over me in this life and help me when I transition to your new world. I'm going to miss you being there for me. How much, you'll never know. So with tears in my eyes, I say "Goodbye, and "I love you forever Mom".
Carla
October 24, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. (John 17:3)
Gail Marie DeCaro
October 23, 2016
Dear Frank & family:
I would like to express my deepest sympathy upon the passing of Vivian. May you be blessed with strength during this difficult time.
Love & prayers,
cousin Gail
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