Vivian Frances Santiago's Obituary
Vivian Frances Santiago born October 26, 1939, in Oakland, California to Nicholas and Victoria Reyes, passed away on September 28, 2024 in Modesto, California.
Vivian had a son who passed away at birth and had no other children of her own until she married Arcadio “Snooky” Santiago on October 15, 1994. and became a loving and kind mother figure to her husband’s adult children. She loved them all, unconditionally.
Vivian enjoyed spending time with family, listening to music, eating out, cuddling with her dog (Lovey), and never said no to a “quick trip” to the casinos.
Vivian is survived by her husband of 29 years, Arcadio Santiago, her stepchildren Jeanine Rivera, Cheryl Rivera, Pamela (Steve) Raymond, Peter Santiago, her brother Richard (Kathy) Reyes, sister-in-law Judy Lucchesi, 11 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild.
Vivian is preceded in death by her father Nick Reyes, mother Vicky Lucchesi, brother Robert Lucchesi, son Baby Davenport, stepson David Santiago, grandson Samuel Rivera, and her beloved dog, Diamond.
Services honoring Vivian will be held October 21, 2024 4pm-7pm (6pm Rosary) and October 22, 2024 9:30am-11:15am followed by a graveside internment.
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