Viorine (Robohm) Valicenti, affectionately known as Vi, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. After five years apart, she is now reunited with her beloved husband of more than 60 years, Arthur Valicenti.
Vi leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter through her devoted children and their spouses: Ron and Janet Valicenti, Sherry (Valicenti) and David Banks, and Dale Valicenti and Marie Shadduck. She was also the proud and playful grandmother of six: Morgan, Dempsey, Olivia, Nicholas, Daniel, and Michael. We also remember those who predeceased Vi, brothers Henry and Robert, her sister and best friend for life Barbara.
Born and raised in Abington, Massachusetts. Vi attended Thayer Academy where she met the love of her life, Arthur. She continued her education at Bouvé College, pursuing a degree in Physical Therapy. Later, she found her true calling as a kindergarten teacher at Pingree Elementary School in Weymouth, where she taught for many years. Her warmth, creativity, and kindness left an impression, so much so that former students would recognize her as adults and fondly reminisce about the joy she brought to their childhood.
Vi had a deep love for life’s simple pleasures: time with her family, warm weather, the color purple, the Celtics, outings with the girls, her sewing machine, sneaking frosting from birthday cakes, and her daily frozen Reese’s cup.
To her grandchildren, Noni was a master of mischief and charm—teaching them how to get into just the right amount of trouble, and how to melt hearts with a smile and a giggle.
In May of last year, Vi was surprised with a 90th birthday celebration filled with laughter, hugs, and memories shared by friends and family from every chapter of her life. It was a moment of deep joy, made all the more special because she could bask in the love while her spirit was still sparkling.
Vi was, in her own words, a hot ticket.
To honor Vi’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. We invite you to privately celebrate Vi’s memory in your own way. She will be with us all in spirit. Thank you for your understanding during this difficult time.