Vivian A. DeSorbo Santilli, 77, of Hamden, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 25, 2018 on her 56th wedding anniversary at the Masonicare Health Center, Wallingford. She was the beloved wife of Anthony E. Santilli. Vivian was born in New Haven on May 9, 1941 and was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Scalesse DeSorbo. She had worked for the former Dr. Jimenez office of Hamden, then as an Office Manager for the Legionnaires of Christ, Cheshire, and later for Circle Media of North Haven. Vivian enjoyed cooking, baking, knitting but most of all her family whom she loved unconditionally. Mother of Anthony Santilli (Dawn), John Santilli (Leisha), Joseph Santilli and Jeffrey Santilli (Aran). Grandmother of Erika, Maria, Anthony, Hannah and Emma Santilli. Sister of Joseph DeSorbo and the late Philip DeSorbo, Sr. Sister-in-law of Maria DeSorbo and the late Joann DeSorbo.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue on Wednesday morning at 11:00. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church at 11:30. Interment will follow in Mt. St. Peter Cemetery, Derby. The visiting hours will be Tuesday from 5 to 8 pm.
There is little anyone can say or do at a time like this, but wanted you to know that we have thought of you often today, and that our deepest sympathy is with you. Vivian was a lady in the truest sense of the word, and we shall miss her greatly.
Our deepest sympathies to Vivian’s family. She was kind and loving. I will cherish the memories of our time spent together.
Dear Santilli Family….
Deepest sympathy on the passing of Mrs Santilli. When I think of our childhood Mrs Santilli was a huge part of it with her beautiful smile and immensely kind heart. Our thoughts, prayers and love to you all.
The Rego Family
Tony and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences upon the passing of your mother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May your memories sustain you and may she Rest In Peace. She was a kind and good person and is always remembered with a smile.
Our deepest condolences, Tony. We are so sorry for you and your family’s loss.
Our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. She was a wonderful and caring person. We are blessed for having known her. May her memory be eternal.
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear mom. We know she was amazing because you are such a caring and giving coach on so many levels to so many golfers through the years. May her memory live on forever in you and now sweet Emma as well. Hugs and prayers.
My heart goes out to you and your family. I know how much you cared for your Mom and did so much to make her and your Dad’s lives easier in their later years. Bless you all.
Barbara
Dear Santilli Family,
Deepest sympathy on the passing of Mrs. Santilli. There’s not a childhood memory of “The Hillview and Jayne Lane Gang” that is without her lovely smile and kind heart in it.
May all those happy memories sustain you all. And may she rest in eternal peace.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Parisi Family
Dear Tony and Family,
I am so sad to hear of Vivian’s passing. She was a great friend, and I will cherish our many wonderful memories together forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your precious family. May Vivian’s love legacy of faith, family and friends live on in her children and grandchildren. May God comfort you in the knowledge that Viv is with Jesus and one day we will all be together with HIM!
Tony and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always hold Vivian’s memory close to my heart, as she was the heart and soul of Circle Media. Walking in for the workday and receiving Vivian’s greeting at the front desk was like arriving at a gentle, beloved auntie’s home to help with some chores for the day. She was unfailingly happy to see you, and throughout the day her presence transformed a bland cubicle farm into a warm place of smiles and human kindness. Need to share a little laugh with someone? Go up front and engage Vivian. An ear to hear your woes? Visit Vivian.
Santilli family, be certain of my prayers for your strength at this sad time, which is also a glorious one, as Vivian surely won’t be dallying at any detours en route to Heaven.
Eternal rest grant unto Vivian, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.
Jeff and the rest of The Santilli family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. . May she Rest In Peace.
My sincere condolences
Gary Garrison