Victoria May Gillotti, 82, of Wildwood, Florida, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 21, 2024 at her residence under the care of her loving children at her bedside and Vitas Hospice. Vicki was born on September 30, 1942 in Albany, New York, to parents Frederick Henry Sarvis and Jennie Irene (Lawton) Sarvis.

She and her late husband Ralph moved from Coldenham, New York in 1988 to Wildwood, Florida. Vicki grew up in Middletown, New York and went to Marlboro Central High School and graduated in 1960. She played clarinet throughout high school and was in the Marching Band and Orchestra. Vicki was a lifetime member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, involved with Post #8083 in Belleview for over 25 years and serving in leadership positions and was a member for 10 years at Post #2946 in Walden, New York.

She was a member of New Life Christian Church in Wildwood, Florida, where she was very active in her church. She had also belonged to Mid Lakes Christian Church in Tavares, Florida, before joining New Life Christian Church. Vicki was an excellent cook, loved traveling far and near, loved music of all types. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, flowers and gardening. Vicki loved feeling the fresh air, the warmth of a hug and the sun, the sounds of wind chimes, laughter and the ocean. She loved animals and supported the Humane Society and ASPCA. At one point or another in her life, past and recent, she was “everyone’s mom.” Vicki and her daughter Debra prepared meals for those who had to follow a restricted diet during medical treatments. She was a universal blood donor who donated more than 10 gallons of blood in her lifetime.

Ralph, Vicki’s second husband, was the true love of her life and they spent many happy years together. Heather, Patrick’s wife, whom Vicki loved like her own daughter and called her “My Sunshine Girl.” She was a dignified, intelligent, loving and down-to-earth woman who expressed her love for others by giving, caring and sharing. Vicki was a supporter of RAFA International and a supporter of American Indians. She was a big supporter of Tunnel to Towers because of her childhood in New York and her feelings for the innocent victims we lost on September 11, 2001.

Vicki had a quick wit, a dry sense of humor and expressed interest in politics, different points of view and world events. She placed a high value on honesty, kindness, giving, sharing and improving the lives of those less fortunate than herself. Vicki appreciated the simple things, like the beauty of the sunrise and sunset, home cooking for herself and those she loved. Vicki loved playing Pinochle, Canasta, Backgammon and Monopoly. She was a tough, no-nonsense, but loving and gentle woman who loved life and those in her life. Vicki was also not afraid to speak her mind and express her point of view. The legacy she leaves is one of love, giving, sharing, caring and peace that will sustain all of us who adore her and mourn for her.

Vicki often said the following:
“Life is short, eat dessert first!” »
“We can choose to be happy and spread happiness every day!” »
“Life is for living. So live it joyfully every day for yourself and for those around you!’
“Hugs and dreams are free!” »

Vicki is survived by her beloved children: Debra Irene Wilcox of Wildwood, FL and Patrick Wilcox and his wife Heather of Middletown, NY; sister-in-law: Doan Montanya of Modena, NY; sister: Sue Ellen Tyler and her husband Walter of Liberty, NY; nephew: Kenneth Montanya of Modena, NY; nieces: Lonna Montanya of Newburgh, NY and Dawn Bandvith and her husband Jeff of Newport News, VA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved son, Willie Wilcox and her beloved husband, Ralph Gillotti.

Vicki will be laid to rest at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida with her late husband Ralph Gillotti.