Vivian Ann Basso, age 91, of Surprise, AZ passed away peacefully in her home on January 30, 2024.Vivian was born June 19, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY to Charles and Lorraine Birbiglia. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara (Dennis), her grandchildren Michael, Will, Kristen, Karen, and Garrett, and her great-grandchildren, Teryn and Jeremy. Vivian was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank Basso, and two of their beautiful daughters, Theresa and Lorraine. Vivian enjoyed a life of service to her friends, family, community, and church. She built a family and life in Bethpage, NY before she and Frank retired to Arizona in 1994. She enjoyed performing in her local theater group, traveling with friends, spending time with family, and making everyone around her laugh. She will be remembered as a devoted Catholic, a wonderful friend to many, and a loving mother and grandmother.
A visitation for Vivian will be held Sunday, February 4, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Sunland Mortuary Lakeside Chapel, 15826 North Del Webb Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351.
A Catholic Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 am on Wednesday, February 7 at St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, 17111 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374.
