Victoria Larson

Victoria "Vicki" Larson of Staten Island died peacefully on April 17th at 101. Born in Queens in 1917, she was predeceased by her parents, Horace and Catherine Landi, husband Neil, and brothers Jim and John.

She was a dedicated Mom to four daughters Kathy Zamechansky, Vicki Konrad (Rick), Ginny Larson, and Diane McNeil (John) who she raised largely on her own. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Leah Fretwell (Rob), Nicole Capalbo (Anthony), Chris McNeil (Nicole), and Danielle McNeil. She had two great grandchildren, Lauren and Bobby Fretwell.

Nanny was part of the Greatest Generation, with a life shaped by the Depression and patriotism, as she worked at Fairchild Camera in the war effort. Thereafter, she worked as a supervisor at Western Electric for 33 years. Later, until her mid 80's, she volunteered at Staten Island Hospital. She ran the gift shop and was its best customer.

A loving mother and homemaker, Nanny was an incredible cook and enjoyed preparing meals and baking. She loved to share recipes and avidly watched cooking channels. A devoted Catholic, she was deeply religious.

Ginny lovingly cared for her in her last years and, as always, was at her side as she went to heaven, our family extends warmest gratitude to the staff of Golden Gate Nursing Home of Staten Island for their compassionate care for their "Granny".

We give thanks for a life well-lived, for her endless love, and for a lifetime of warm and cherished memories.

Visitation will take place at Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Avenue, Staten Island on Saturday, April 20th from 2:00- 4:00 pm and 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

A mass celebrating her life will be held at The Church of Our Lady of Pity, 1616 Richmond Avenue, Staten Island on Monday, April 22nd 10:30AM

Interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY

Mom was a lifetime supporter of her favorite charity, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for its work in saving children.