Mrs. Viva A. Fraser, 99, passed away Thursday, August 15, at the Samaritan Summit Village where she resided.
There will be a Graveside Service, Thursday, August 22, at 2:30pm, at St. Lawrence Cemetery in the Town of Cape Vincent.
Viva was born February 17, 1925, in Depauville, the daughter of the late Arthur and Mary Havens Dwyer. She graduated from General Brown High School in 1943.
On March 23, 1944, she married John Fraser at the Depauville United Methodist Church Parsonage with Reverend Lewis Wright officiating Mr. Fraser passed in 2007 at the age of 84.
She was employed for a time Faichney Instruments. She worked as a seamstress and a homemaker, and also did domestic work for 20 years.
Surviving is one daughter, Donna (Kirk) Chatterton of LaFargeville; two sons, Stanley (Cheryl) Fraser of Ogdensburg, and Brian (Mary) Fraser of Watertown; nine grandchildren; nineteen great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Ilda Dwyer of Theresa; nieces and nephews.
One brother, Kenneth, and one sister, Philena Dwyer, predeceased her.
Donations can be made to the Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired of Northern New York, 131 Washington St., Watertown, NY, 13601, or the SPCA of Jefferson County, 25056 Water Street Ext. Watertown, NY, 13601.
The family is requesting no flowers or food be sent per Viva’s wishes.
Dallas and Chas Sloat
Mrs. Fraser alterd my wedding dress 30 years ago, she did amazing job and made it so special, she always had a special place in my heart. We will always remember her kindness. We will miss you.
Todd Marshall
Donna, Brian, and the Fraser Family
Prayers for you at this time.
Tim Maloney
Brian, Stan and Donna, Many fond memories of being at the farm and your mom’s “motherly” hospitality, no matter what shenanigans we got in to. May the memories of her caring help you through this difficult time.
Debbie Kehoe
Donna, Brian and Fraser family,
I always enjoyed going with my mom to visit your mom. She was always smiling and working on interesting sewing projects. She created two of my favorite dresses. I loved to wear them and at the age of 12, I could not imagine anything more beautiful. I am sorry for your loss.
kristine Sullivan
Brian, Mary and family. So very sorry for you loss. My thoughts are with you
Dalys Montanye
Donna and family. Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. Cherish your memories of your mother.
Sending hugs to you all
Ed & Mary Ellen Wallace
Donna & Family,
Sorry for your loss. May she RIP.
Ed & Mary Ellen
Ed & Mary Ellen Wallace
Donna & Family,
Sorry for your loss. May she RIP.
Lee Ann LaVanchard
I remember all the yummy cookies Viva made for Bill and I when she lived at Centennial Apartments. Such a sweet lady, full of spunk!! I was lucky to see her again while volunteering at Summit, every time she had her hair done. RIP Viva, I enjoyed knowing you. My condolences to her family.
Donna Hotis Taylor
So sorry to hear of the passing of your deal Mother and Grandmother, prayers to all that loved her.
Pam Massia
Donna, Stan and Brian
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Prayers to you and your families.
Sally Switzer
Sorry to hear of Viva’s passing. I always remember visiting with Viva when I tagged along with my mother- in- law Trudy to pick up her sewing alterations. We would not just pick up the clothes, rather we would spend quality time visiting with her. Nice memories. Also, as a young girl we picked up a kitten from the Fraser’s that would end up being the BESTEST cat we could ever have 🙂
Danny W Thompson
Sorry to hear of your loss Brian, Stan and Donna.
John Penrose
Brian- My thoughts are with you and your family on the passing of your Mom. She certainly raised wonderful children. My condolences
Janet Ferguson
Donna, I’m sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. I know you were very close and must have many wonderful memories. Thinking of you and your family.
David Valois
Sincere condolences to Stan, Cheryl and families.
Sue and Gib Streets
Donna and family, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Thinking of you. Take care.
Sue and Gib Streets
Mary Green
Donna and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom, grandma and great grandma.. Hold your memories close to your heart to help you through this difficult time…. sending peace, love and prayers
Love, Mary & Marshall Green