VIVIAN E. GAPPA
MILO - Vivian E. Gappa, 83, wife of the late Harry Gappa, died Oct. 16, 2005, at her home. She was born Nov. 6, 1921, in Berlin, N.H., the daughter of Wright and Emma (Page) Fancy. Vivian was a spiritualist through and through. For many years she recycled clothes, tools and toys. At one time she ran a food cupboard from her home, where she always had a pot of coffee going for anyone who stopped by, and one never left without a hug. She will be sadly missed by many special friends. Vivian was predeceased by a daughter, Trudy Wedekind; and a grandson, Louis Dorsey.

She is survived by two sons, Willard Leeman of Milo and Gary Leeman of Hastings, Fla.; a daughter, Vee Wedekind of Milo; three stepchildren, Butch, Cathy and Sandy; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.

A graveside memorial service will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at Evergreen Cemetery, Milo. At her request, please remember her by making donations to the flood victims, care of Salvation Army, 65 Park St., Bangor, ME 04401. Arrangements are in the care of the Lary Funeral Home.