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Vivian Russo Obituary
May 6, 1930 - September 29, 2017
A third-generation San Franciscan, Vivian Russo died on September 29, 2017. She is survived by Frank Russo, her loving husband of 63 years, and children Laura Banash (Stanley), Frank Russo III (Webster), and John Russo (Angela). She is also survived by four grandchildren (Lisa, Ryan, Rebekah and Anthony) and two great grandchildren (Christopher and Jason) and her older brother "Ed". Vivian was predeceased by her parents, L. R. Douthit and Rebecca Douthit McCarthy and siblings Claire Brake, David Douthit and Eugene Valjean, niece Patti, and nephews Edward and Dale Jr.Vivian was educated at Winfield Scott Elementary, Marina Jr. High and, after a short stint in Redwood City schools, the High School of Commerce. She received both her bachelor's and master's degrees from San Francisco State after her retirement from United Airlines. Frank and Vivian enjoyed traveling, and visited many major cities within six continents of the world.
Burial will be private. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Cambria, CA, at a date to be announced. Donations may be made in Vivian's memory to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2300 Eton Road, Cambria CA 93428 or to the Fine Arts Museums (The finest museums anywhere!), 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco CA 94118.
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Michael Noonan
October 9, 2017
Sorry to hear about Vivian. She was a wonderful person who I admired very much. I admire her for going to college after she retired and her degrees. My condolenses go to Frankie, Johnny, and Laura and most importantly Frank sr. Aka Bud. God Bless Vivian. Mike Noonan.
Patty Miller
October 6, 2017
Vivian and I worked at PSA together in the mid 80's. She was a fine lady and loved and respected by everyone she knew. Sending love and respect to Frank and her entire family. Patty Miller - San Diego.
Vivian, in service at St. Paul's-Cambria
Michelle Costa
October 4, 2017
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Lisa Fanucchi
October 3, 2017
Grandmama!! You loved being called that.
Thank you for taking me on fun journeys when I was little.
I also had fun cutting your hair when you visited here in Illinois.
I enjoyed being part of your life.
Cheers grandmama.
Until we meet again.
Love, Lisa
October 2, 2017
Deborah
October 2, 2017
My Auntie & Godmother was a roll model of who I want to be as an Aunt to my nieces, nephews and Godchildren. A loving, caring presence and friend forever. God bless her and Godspeed.
Mom at 18 with me at 3 months.
Laura Banash
October 1, 2017
A mother like no other, no one will ever mean more to me than you did. Love and always in my heart. Love from your daughter, Laura
Lisa Fanucchi
September 30, 2017
Love you
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