Vivian R. Gentile, 92, passed away November 9, 2024, in Nevada, MO. Services will be held on Saturday, November 16, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Kansas City. The Rosary will be prayed at 9:30 a.m. followed by Visitation at 10:00 a.m. and the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital .

Vivian was born March 10, 1932, in Kansas City, MO, to the late Marco and Tina (Sacamano) Ardagna. She married Leonard Gentile in 1973 and was employed for a number of years at Betty Rose Garment Factory. Vivian was dedicated to her beloved Holy Rosary Church and assisted every year with the preparation of the St. Joseph's Table and Christmas trays.

Along with her parents, Vivian was preceded in death by her husband; her brothers Ned Ardagna and Charlie Ardagna; her sisters Angie Mallardi, Theresa Nixon, and Mickie Mathis; as well as her soulmate Junior Bradley who entered her life in their golden years. She is survived by many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.

Pallbearers: Cody Barker, Dalton Barker, Marc Ardagna, Carl Raccuglia

Vivian loved God, her church, and her family deeply. She will be missed.

Condolences may be offered at www.passantinobros.com