Vivian Jane Branca, 98, of Rockford, Passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023, in Swedish American Hospital. Vivian was born February 20, 1925, in Rockford, the daughter of Axel and Emma Johnson. She married Anthony “Bud” Branca in Saint Anthony Church on November 28, 1959. Vivian, with her husband Bud, owned Skyroom Restaurant, where she worked for many years. When she was young, She loved to roller skate. Member of St. Anthony Church.

Survivors include her special nephews: Michael Liberatori and John Wedin. Special niece, Karen Bernotas, and many other nieces, nephews, and cousins. Her parent's Husband predeceased her, Anthony Branca, three brothers, and one sister.

Funeral Mass at 11:15 am Thursday, March 2, 2023, in Saint Anthony of Padua Church 1010 Ferguson Street. Entombment at Calvary Cemetery. Visitation from 10:30 am until service time Thursday in the church. Arrangements by Tony Gasparini Funerals.