Josephine A. Fiorentino's Obituary
Josephine A. Fiorentino passed away peacefully at her home in Lewes, DE, where she resided since 1986, on August 8, 2008. She was born on August 8, 1928 in Wilmington, DE, daughter of the late Attilio and Lucy Sisofo.
Josephine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who lived for her family. Jo retired from the Hotel Dupont after 18 years of service and worked at the Lewes Yacht Club for several years. She loved gardening, cooking and taking care of her home.
In addition to her husband, John, she is survived by her children, Janet Conigliaro, Judith Gladnick, Joy Downey, John Fiorentino, Jr., Joseph Fiorentino, Jacqueline Fiorentino, Jennifer Fiorentino, and Jeri Timmons; she is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Josephine was the oldest of 9 children.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, August 14, 2008 at 1:00 PM at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Ninth and Dupont Streets, Wilmington, DE. The Rev. David Murphy will be the celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be sent to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Lewes, DE. Online condolences may be sent to [email protected].
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