Obituary for Victoria "Vicki" Venditti (Pistilli)
Victoria “Vicki” Venditti, 76 of Wall, formerly of Staten Island died suddenly on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at her home.
A loving soul-mate, mother, grandmother and friend. Retired special-education high school teacher, accomplished HS volleyball coach, a caring, thoughtful and vibrant soul passed away suddenly on November 15, 2020 in her home.
Born in Staten Island, Vicki grew up in Richmondtown and later attended New Dorp H.S. After raising her two children, she attended College of Staten Island where she received a Master’s Degree in Special Education. During her teaching career of 20+ years in numerous S.I. high schools, she coached both the boys and girls Volleyball teams at Susan Wagner High School.
She loved spending her time cooking delicious meals for all those whom she loved, traveling with friends, cuddling with her Wheaton Terriers, playing golf and tennis, and especially enjoyed her new interest in the game of “Pickleball.”
Vicki could not get enough of her grandsons, grandniece and grandnephews. She cherished her many annual trips to Cape May with them, cheering them all on, at their many basketball and soccer games, as well as chatting with them all over the phone.
She was an extraordinary example for her family. She always put other people before herself and she had a wonderful way of making everyone feel special. She genuinely cared about people and brought out the kindness in others.
Vicki is survived by her cherished long-time companion of 45 years, Wendy Bellina; her beloved children, Anthony Venditti & Maria Vaccaro, daughter-in-law, Melissa, son-in-law, Danny; her beloved grandsons, Anthony “AJ”, Blaise & Christian Venditti, and Daniel & Matthew Vaccaro; special niece, Pamela DiNatale, nephews, Michael & Anthony Varriano & Thomas Bellina; special grand-niece, Haylee Bellina, and grand-nephews, Frankie & Nicholas DiNatale. She was also the loving sister of Mary DiBenedetto.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 from 4-8pm at O’Brien Funeral Home 2028 Highway 35 at New Bedford Road. A memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:30am on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at The Church of St. Rose, 7th Avenue, Belmar. Final interment will be private. To send condolences please visit the book of memories within this site.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to “Kids for Kids Foundation” by mail to 5322 Avenue N, Brooklyn, NY 11234 or online at https://secure.kidsforkidsnyc.org/venditti would be greatly appreciated.
Due to the current executive orders, all gatherings must follow current capacity limitations. Guests must wear masks and maintain social distancing.
A loving soul-mate, mother, grandmother and friend. Retired special-education high school teacher, accomplished HS volleyball coach, a caring, thoughtful and vibrant soul passed away suddenly on November 15, 2020 in her home.
Born in Staten Island, Vicki grew up in Richmondtown and later attended New Dorp H.S. After raising her two children, she attended College of Staten Island where she received a Master’s Degree in Special Education. During her teaching career of 20+ years in numerous S.I. high schools, she coached both the boys and girls Volleyball teams at Susan Wagner High School.
She loved spending her time cooking delicious meals for all those whom she loved, traveling with friends, cuddling with her Wheaton Terriers, playing golf and tennis, and especially enjoyed her new interest in the game of “Pickleball.”
Vicki could not get enough of her grandsons, grandniece and grandnephews. She cherished her many annual trips to Cape May with them, cheering them all on, at their many basketball and soccer games, as well as chatting with them all over the phone.
She was an extraordinary example for her family. She always put other people before herself and she had a wonderful way of making everyone feel special. She genuinely cared about people and brought out the kindness in others.
Vicki is survived by her cherished long-time companion of 45 years, Wendy Bellina; her beloved children, Anthony Venditti & Maria Vaccaro, daughter-in-law, Melissa, son-in-law, Danny; her beloved grandsons, Anthony “AJ”, Blaise & Christian Venditti, and Daniel & Matthew Vaccaro; special niece, Pamela DiNatale, nephews, Michael & Anthony Varriano & Thomas Bellina; special grand-niece, Haylee Bellina, and grand-nephews, Frankie & Nicholas DiNatale. She was also the loving sister of Mary DiBenedetto.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 from 4-8pm at O’Brien Funeral Home 2028 Highway 35 at New Bedford Road. A memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:30am on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at The Church of St. Rose, 7th Avenue, Belmar. Final interment will be private. To send condolences please visit the book of memories within this site.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to “Kids for Kids Foundation” by mail to 5322 Avenue N, Brooklyn, NY 11234 or online at https://secure.kidsforkidsnyc.org/venditti would be greatly appreciated.
Due to the current executive orders, all gatherings must follow current capacity limitations. Guests must wear masks and maintain social distancing.