With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Vivian Sophie Berendji of Henderson, Nevada, born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away on February 2, 2023 at the age of 83. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was loved and cherished by many people including : her parents, Peter Yiakis and Vasso Massia; her husband Jim Berendji; her sons, Chuck Esposito (Connie) and Joey Esposito (Cara); her grandchildren, Colee, Lexi, Nicolas, D. J. and Jio; her step-son Todd Berendji (Lisa); her brother Joe Yiakis; her nephews, Peter Yiakis (Stacy) and Alex Yiakis (Carrie); and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Kaylee, Joe, Ben and Sophie.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Vivian's name to Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church at 5300 S. El Camino Road, Las Vegas, NV 89118 or online at https://www.vegasgreekorthodox.com.

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February 18, 2023

Love, Bill and Peggy Golden sent flowers

“In loving memory of Vivian Sophie Berendji, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

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February 5, 2023

Steven Eisen wrote a sympathy message

“Vivian was a surrogate mother to me for 5 years while we worked together in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She helped me become the person I am today and I will miss her deeply. Photo from a 51s game at Cashman Field in 2013.”