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Helena Blanchard Vivona

1938 - 2025

BORN

1938

DIED

2025

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James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation

1620 Savannah Highway

Charleston, South Carolina

Helena Vivona Obituary

Helena Blanchard Vivona, 86, of Charleston passed away on Friday February 07. James A. McAlister

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Feb. 11, 2025.

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Rett Padgett

February 17, 2025

Helena was a lovely person whom I enjoyed seeing through the years.

Kevin Coffey

February 16, 2025

We are saddened by the news of Ms Helena's death. We hope your family will remember the good times and know that she is in a much better place. Again we are sorry for your loss.

Gail Randall

February 13, 2025

Rest in peace, Helena. Remembering all the happy memories of our school days at Bishop England and trip to Savannah with you and your family.
Gail Warren Randall

Ivan Fields

February 12, 2025

May God bless the soul of this wonderful woman. It was a pleasure to know her and to listen to her golden voice.

Joyce R Tyler

February 12, 2025

Fond memories of Helena, a lovely, fun & caring friend. Our thoughts & prayers are with her family.

Paula Robinson Davis

February 12, 2025

Even though we were cousins I got to know Helena when we were in Dottie Withers Staks wedding in 1961. Helena was so beautiful inside and out. She was loved. So sorry for your loss and ours. Lovingly, Paula Robinson Davis

Joseph Iannacone

February 12, 2025

I’m so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Helena and Dominic’s warm hospitality in their Mount Pleasant home and the kindness they showed to the McKay children and family. Their generosity and welcoming spirit meant so much. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. -Joe Iannacone, Tewksbury, NJ & NYC (Dario R. Vivona)

Terri Hallman Chapman

February 11, 2025

I loved Helena ...

Henry and Sharon. Fisher

February 11, 2025

You treated us like family from the time our “children” started dating, and made your home our Charleston home whenever we were able to visit. You were the best and most loving mother-in-law that our son could ever have had. We will always remember your wonderful cooking, your true southern hospitality, and your including us in your family. God bless you. Col.(ret.) and Mrs. Henry B. Fisher

Janice Parnell Tomokins

February 11, 2025

What a wonderful person she was! And a beautiful voice she had! May she be forever in our memories and hearts! Jan

James Owens

February 11, 2025

A wonderful Lady and always smiling and bringing joy and happiness to all.

Alma Runey

February 11, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Helena was a wonderful individual. May her memories comfort you for her loss.

Terry Molony Dodds

February 11, 2025

Such a beautiful sweet Charleston lady! Aunt Helena touched so many people with her grace and love. Her beautiful voice will sing out in heaven to all of our loved ones. Prayers and love sent to Freddie and Beth.

Cheryll Woods-Flowers

February 11, 2025

Such a beautiful, kind, precious lady she was...the word "lady" could have been created for her. My sympathy to her family...

Winifred White Dworschak

February 10, 2025

What an amazing Charleston lady who was loved by all she touched. May the memories stay in you hearts forever.
Much love to Beth and Fred !
Winifred White Dworschak

Tina Armour

February 10, 2025

So sad to see of Ms. Vivona's passing. She was always so sweet and friendly and had such a beautiful voice singing occasionally at Franke's. She will be missed. Prayers of comfort and peace to her family.

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Grace Hall at Christ Our King Catholic Church

Mount Pleasant, SC

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1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407

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