Stephen Joseph Viviani

Stephen Joseph Viviani ""Viv"" died unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. Steve was born on October 3, 1967. Where to begin, our hearts are broken. Steve, a husband, a father, a son, a brother, a friend, a family forever changed. His wife Shonda (Bolstad), his daughter Hanna Beth and son Gabriel Joseph were the center of his World. The light and hope for his future. Steve's bright blue eyes live on in their faces. Their joy brought him so much happiness. Shonda was his match, his steady and safe harbor. Steve loved her so dearly, a love for a lifetime, forever. Steve had an enormous love for his dogs. Steve was a dedicated and talented golfer and an ambitious sportsman. He had a enormous love for the outdoors, especially in Montana. He worked for the past 14 years at NAMI as an HVAC pipefitter Journeyman. Steve is survived by his soul mate Shonda, children Hanna and Gabriel; his parents Peter and Carol (Manske) Viviani; brother Michael (Betty) Viviani; sisters Marie (Fred) Stevens and Jean (Michael) Mitchell; father-in-law Dan Bolstad; and numerous Aunts, Uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends.He is preceded in death by his beloved dog Sam; and his Maternal and Fraternal Grandparents. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 10, 2008 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 602 Everglade Dr. Madison, WI at 11:00AM. A visitation will begin at 9:30AM until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to support Hanna and Gabriel's education at: Summit Credit Union, c/o Viviani Children's Memorial Fund, Madison, WI.