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Vivian M. Montini
1931 - 2025
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Vivian Montini Obituary
Born in Pittsfield, MA on July 26, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Orsolena Bonanate Traversa. She was a 1949 graduate of Pittsfield High School, where she served as class treasurer.
Vivian married Bruno Montini on April 25, 1953 at All Souls Church in Pittsfield. He predeceased her on June 6, 2014.
Vivian was primarily a homemaker. Over her working career she worked at Shapiro Motors, Greylock Plastics, and General Electric. After retiring she worked part time at Macy's Department Store.
Vivian was a communicant of St. Joseph Church and she was the first organist at the All Souls Chapel in the 1940s. She enjoyed crafts, folk art painting, cooking and traveling.
What mattered most to Vivian were her family and friends. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her greatest joy was spending time with them.
Vivian is survived by her daughters, Melissa LaRocque and fiance Chuck Roberts of Bedford, NH, and Karen Balardini and husband James of Hinsdale, MA; her son, Ronald Montini and wife Karen of Lanesborough, MA. Seven grandchildren, Brendan (Jessica), Ryan and Meredith LaRocque, Nicholas (Jessica) and Andrew Murdock, and Matthew (Jessica) and Kathryn Montini. As well as several nieces and nephews and her life long friend Kitty Procopio.
Besides her husband, she was predeceased by her brother, Robert Traversa and wife Mary.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services will be held, Tuesday, August 26, 2025 starting at 8:15 a.m. at Dery Funeral Home, followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. at St. Joseph Church. Entombment will follow in St. Michael the Archangel Mausoleum in St. Joseph Cemetery. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to Lanesborough Council on Aging in care of Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford, St., Pittsfield, MA 01201.
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Linda (Belanger) Thornton
5 hours ago
To the Montini and Traversa families my sincere condolences for your loss. I have such fond memories of Vivian and her brother Robert who was married to my cousin Mary. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mario Rizzardi
5 hours ago
I new Vivian many years and she was the nicest person you can ever know.
Christine Faber
Earlier today
To the family of Vivian,
On behalf of all of her friends and acquaintances, who shared her company at the Tai Chi with Weights Class each week, for many years, please accept our heart-felt condolences on the passing of Vivian.
Vivian brightened up our lives with her kindness at every class!
Her friendship and company will be deeply missed by all of us!
Most Sincerely, Christine and Everyone at the Tai Chi with Weights Classes
Randy Zurrin
Earlier today
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Thomas Martin
Yesterday
Karen, Missy and Ron,
So sorry to read of your Mom's passing. Our sympathy and prayers at this trying time.
Tom, Adriane,Leslie and Kira Martin
Jeffrey Simpson NH
Yesterday
Ron, Karen,Missy my deepest condolences, your parents were always nice to me. I have many fond memories of them growing up as a kid, they were fantastic people. They may be gone but they will live forever in your heart.
Lillian Oppidi DiOrio
Yesterday
My condolences to the family of Vivian. She was one of the nicest people and neighbor in the Lakewood section.
Patty Barnini Rivers
Yesterday
Members of the Traversa & Montini families:
Vivian was a special woman with a heart of gold. I'm blessed to have known her and am left with many special memories of our reminiscing of Lakewood, sharing recipes, and the list goes on.
Rest in Peace Viv.
Patty Barnini Rivers
Doreen (Haines) Tornicelli
Yesterday
My sincerest condolences to Vivian's family.
Vivian shared a room with my mother (Marjorie) last year at Greylock. She was a sweet person and she and my Mom watched out for each other while recuperating. We had many wonderful conversations while I was visiting. Our families grew up not far from each other in the Lakewood area, so we had some good stories from the "old days". And Vivian, my sister, and I even had a fun little competition going to see who swatted the most fruit flies in the room!
May Vivian rest peacefully and may your heavy hearts soon be lifted and filled with fond memories of your loved one.
Sincerely,
Doreen
Mike and Andrea Appleton
August 23, 2025
Dear Missy, Karen, and Ronald,
Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. We hope the fond memories you have of your mother will get you through this difficult time.
Nancy Giusti Orton
August 23, 2025
My sincerest condolences to your family. Growing up it was always fun when our families got together for picnics, or just hanging out.
Judy Miner
August 23, 2025
Vivian and I were secretaries at General Electric. A very special lady and friend. Go with God Viv.
John A. Bernardo Esq
August 23, 2025
My condolences to the family. May the fond and loving memories be a comfort and always be with you.
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