Vivianne Vieux

Vivianne Joseph Vieux, 91, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, in Newnan, Georgia, with her beloved husband of 69 years, Rulx Vieux, by her side. Born on September 26, 1934, in St. Marc, Haiti, to Edvard T. Joseph and Maccia Jean, Vivianne spent her formative years in Haiti. What many may not know is that she became engaged to Rulx and traveled to New York to purchase her wedding gown. The couple married in Haiti, and shortly afterward Vivianne moved to New York ahead of her husband. Rulx joined her soon after, and together they began building their life in the United States, raising their children and eventually settling in St. Albans, Queens, New York. Deeply devoted to family, Vivianne later sponsored several relatives to come to the United States, offering them greater opportunities and extending the same love and support that defined her own journey. After becoming empty nesters, Vivianne and Rulx relocated to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where they spent over three decades. During that time, they enjoyed cruising together throughout the Caribbean and Mexico, savoring the food, music, and dancing while creating lasting memories. In March 2024, they moved to Newnan, Georgia, where they lived with their loving daughter Vivi.

She is survived by her husband, Rulx Vieux, and their children:

Margaret Vieux, Bernice Vieux, Thoby “Frenchie” (Cheryl) Vieux, Vivianne Vieux-Washington, Chantal Vieux, and Edna (Joseph) Word.

Vivianne is also survived by her cherished grandchildren:

Michael (Maria) Jonas, Natasha Grant, Nicholas Vieux, Stacy (Antonio Guillen) Canton Guillen, Raadiya (Shawn) Van-Tull, Anthony Washington, Vivianne Washington, Uriel (Marissa) Vieux, Joseph Souza, Solange Vieux, Kelton Vieux, Madison Vieux, Kyana Vieux, Kyra Vieux, Marlena Word, Joseph Word, and David Word.

Her beloved great-grandchildren:

Alexia Jonas, Anthony Jonas, Selena Jonas, Breanna Vieux, Beyoncé Vieux, Kayla Maze, Caleb Canton, Marisol Colvin, King Colvin, Madison Colvin, Cassidy Colvin, Aimey Van-Tull, Achilles Van-Tull, Aries Van-Tull, Lucy Mejia, Layla Vieux, Liam Vieux, Anthony Khalid Washington Jr., Savion Harden, Kamryn Word, Katherine Word, Jah-Cere Word, and Nina Joy Word.

Her treasured great-great-grandchildren:

Ava Jonas, Laya Jonas, and Saint Harden.

She is also survived by her sisters, Suzie Wool and Ketly Joseph; her godchildren, Jean Edward “Eddie” Gaillard and the late Karline Virgile; and many extended family members and friends whose lives she touched.

Vivianne loved the Lord, and she and her husband worshipped at Saint Helen Catholic Church in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, for many years.

Those who knew Vivianne will remember the countless ways she expressed love through everyday life. She found joy in caring for her husband, preparing her beloved Haitian boulet (meatballs), relaxing in her famous bedroom that hosted unforgettable family sleepovers, cleaning with unmatched dedication, remembering every birthday, and offering a special warmth to everyone around her. Her home was a place of laughter, comfort, and togetherness, and her presence was a steady source of love for her family.

A viewing will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Saint Helen Catholic Church in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, with the funeral service immediately following at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Bailey Memorial Gardens in North Lauderdale, Florida.

Though she has departed this earthly life, the love she shared and the legacy she leaves behind will continue through the generations blessed to know her.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

— 2 Timothy 4:7

Forever loved, Forever remembered.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Helen Catholic Church, 3033 NW 33rd Ave, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311, US, on March 20, 2026, at 11:00 am.

A Committal Service will be held at Bailey Memorial, 7801 Bailey Rd, North Lauderdale, FL 33068, US, on March 20, 2026, at 1:00 pm.