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Jo D'Ambrosio Obituary
01/20/1941 - 10/25/2022
Our physical world lost a loving mother, a beautiful person and a cherished family member, Jo Katherine D'Ambrosio, on October 25th, 2022. Jo Katherine lost her battle with cancer, but cancer never took away her positive demeanor and never stopped her from giving out the best, biggest hugs. Jo Katherine passed away with her children, David and Laura surrounding her with their love and gratitude and her beloved husband, Tom, holding her hand. Jo Katherine was perhaps closest in her life to her sister, Ann, who was always her "forever friend". She was born on January 20, 1941 in New York City where she graduated from the prestigious Hunter College High School and Queens College. She persevered through this world with a determined attitude of success and a dedication to love her life and her God.
Jo Katherine broke through many ceilings in her professional life setting an example for us all. She began as a teacher of science with a desire to pass knowledge to future generations. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to become an incredible businessperson in the personnel industry. And then, after putting herself through University of Houston Law School (where she was admitted to the Law Review) at the age of 50, Jo Katherine launched a successful career as a patent attorney, eventually owning her own law firm.
Those who knew Jo Katherine knew her as a competent and kind leader, and a loving friend, always willing to help. She is survived by her mother Kay, her sister (and best friend) Ann, her children, Laura (and spouse Mark) and David (and spouse Holly), her stepchildren, Suzanne and Thomas, her cherished grandchildren, Katie (and spouse Phillip), John, Jane, Christopher and Elliot and her loving husband Tom. She was preceded in death by her father, Louis DiFazio.
Friends are invited to say a final goodbye to Jo Katherine at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home in Houston, TX on November 19th at 2 pm. The family will bring her home to Northport, NY for a private internment.
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Paula Morris
August 26, 2023
Jo Katherine was a lovely person and a good friend for many years. The world will miss her presence.
Amanda Lesnik
November 16, 2022
Sending love and prayers to the family. Jo Katherine will always hold such a special place in my heart.
Jane Seger
November 16, 2022
With love and admiration for our sister and friend Jo-Katherine, and sincere condolences to her family, from all her sisters and friends at the
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Linda D. Pope
November 15, 2022
Grief can be a challenging process. Grief is the price paid for love. May all who knew her and loved her find comfort in memories of Jo Katherine. I will always remember her work to trademark my ministry logo. Warm and grateful memories abound. With Sympathy, Linda Pope
Gaye Jackson
November 15, 2022
Sending sincere sympathy to the family. Jo Katherine was beautiful inside and out. I was a new member of ROBWEC in the late 80s, she was always supportive, encouraging, gracious, and fun. She made a difference in so many lives. Jo Katherine will be missed, Gaye Jackson
Monica Hall
November 15, 2022
Love to you all through this time. Laura and family - holding you all close to my heart this week.
Ann Keibler
November 15, 2022
You are in Eric and my thoughts and prayers. Jo Katherine smile was always so wonderful!! I was thinking of her just the other day and will in the future with fond memories. Ann and Eric Keibler
Taffi Tippit
November 14, 2022
Dear Tom and family,
I am so sorry for your loss and am keeping you in my thoughts and in my heart. Jo Katherine was a bright light in this world, always energetic and lovely. She will be greatly missed! With sympathy, Taffi Tippit
Stu & Carol Levin
November 14, 2022
We are deeply saddened by Jo Kat´s passing. Our sincerest condolences to Tom and family. Stu & Carol Levin
Anna Rossini
November 11, 2022
Dear Mr. D'Ambrosio and Family:
On behalf of the Administration, Faculty and Staff of Queens College, our sincere condolences are sent to you and your entire family.
May she Rest in Peace,
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