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Josephine Gianforte Obituary
Charlotte: Friday, November 30, 2007. Josephine, beloved wife and mother, is predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Carlo, and brother, Samuel Bonacci. She is survived by her children, Carl (Stephen Metildi) Gianforte and Carol (Robert) Rathbun, Sr., brother, Pat Bonacci; sisters, Rita Spencer, and Rose (Mickey) Madlen; sister-in-law, Frances Bonacci; grandchildren, Wendy (Nick) DiNapoli, Michelle (Mike) Smalle & John (Stephanie) Schifano; great-grandchildren, Nicholas & Isabelle Schifano; many nieces & nephews; also survived by dear friend Angie Masters.
Friends are invited to call SUNDAY, 4-8 PM at the Vay-Schleich & Meeson Funeral Home, 1075 Long Pond Rd. On MONDAY, her Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Holy Cross Church at 11 AM. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. For more information, or to sign Josephine's online guestbook, please visit www.meesonfamily.com
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Lisa Inzana
December 2, 2007
Carol and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your Mother passing. I have very fond memories of both your Mom & Dad and their daily trips to Wegmans.
I am proud to have known them both.
May your hearts heal soon!
Lisa
Mark Pierzynski
December 2, 2007
Carl, Steve and Family we send our sincere sympathy to you at the passing of your mom into eternal life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark Pierzynski and Giuseppe Erba
Joanne Scutti
December 1, 2007
Steve,Carl and family,Our Hearts go out to you in the passing of your dear beloved mother.May you find comfort in God,Family and Friends...Joanne and charlie
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