Vicki Aiello Obituary (1945 - 2023)

Vicki Aiello born on May 30, 1945 in Denver, Colorado passed away on August 5, 2023. Vicki was raised in Trinidad. CO where she lived until 1966 when she married Ralph Aiello and moved to Salt Lake City, UT. Vicki lived a full life with many interests, sparked by her parochial education, and deep devotion to family. She possessed a sharp and inquiring mind that was driven by a desire for learning and personal growth. She had a strong work ethic and demanded the highest level of performance of herself on any undertaking. In the years after her retirement as a teacher for the Granite School District her days were with filled with countless hours of researching family genealogy, working on the many flower beds that surround her home, taking art classes, sketching, and oil painting. Her favorite subjects to paint were places from her family history, landscapes of the Uintah mountains and seascapes of the Oregon coast which she loved and regularly visited. As a result of her many interests and quest to learn Vicki was an avid reader with an interest in multiple subjects ranging from mythology to current day politics. Of all her interest and passions her devotion to family rose above all. This was clear in all aspects of her life but most exemplified by the time and attention she put into making every occasion as special and perfect as possible. Vicki is survived by her husband of 57 years, Ralph, sons Matthew (Rachel), RJ (Laura), daughter Stephanie Wanner (John), grandson Michael as well as nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother. Vicki’s wishes that were in lieu of services and any remembrances that donations to your preferred charity be made in her name.