Vivian was deep-rooted in her Italian heritage. She was born in northern Italy in a small town called Pranzalito. When she was twenty-four, she immigrated to the New World by herself. Although she lived in Detroit and Grosse Pointe Woods for many years, she still spoke fondly of Pranzalito until her final days. Vivian loved life and had music in her heart even when her mind failed her. In the words of her oldest daughter Pierette Simpson, “My mother was the ultimate inspiration on how to die with grace. Every day she found a smile and a song for her family, friends and caregivers until the very end—in spite of her aching and ailing body.”
Vivian left this world for a more peaceful one in the early hours of March 5.
Vivian is survived by two daughters, two grandsons, her loving companion Ron Evans and Pierette’s companion Richard Haskin.
