Vincenza Yannotti, 64, of Utica and formerly of Long Island, NY departed this life Monday Oct.16, 2017 in the comfort of her residence.

She was born in Brooklyn, NY and received her education in Long Island, NY where she worked as a secretary for the Internal Revenue Service. She moved to the Utica area after retirement and enjoyed crocheting, word games and puzzles and enjoyed time with her feline friends Samson and Peaches. She was a member of the Salvation Army Church.

Her close friend Sandy Allcorn, of Utica, survives her. Her parents predeceased her.

Vicenza's friend honored her in a private time at the time of her death.

Inurnment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Utica,NY.

Arrangements are with the John L Matt Funeral Home, Chadwicks, NY.

To send an online message of sympathy; www.johnlmattfuneralhome.com