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Leona Josefiak Obituary
Leona "Lee" (Tiffany) Josefiak, of Henniker, NH, passed away quietly on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at Pine Rock Manor, Warner, NH, after a long battle with Alzheimer's.
She was born in Binghamton Hospital, Binghamton, NY on August 21, 1933, and lived in Harford, PA until she married and moved to Middletown, NY.
Lee was an accomplished violinist and violist and much of her life was devoted to musical endeavors. She was a graduate of Westchester College, Westchester, PA with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. In her years in Middletown she served on the board of directors for the Orange County Extension and she was a teacher of music and stringed instruments privately and in the Middletown School District. Her other activities included membership in the New York State School Music Association, where she was an adjudicator, and she was a member of the Hambletonian Quartet, other orchestras, and was active in the First Presbyterian Church.
In 1994, shortly after retirement, Lee and her husband moved to Henniker, NH, to be near their children and grandchildren. While living in New Hampshire, she attended the First Congregationalist Church in Hopkinton, NH.
She was the daughter of the late Delbert and Edythe (Weber) Tiffany of Harford, PA.
Lee is survived by her husband of 49 years, Francis "Buzz" Josefiak of Henniker, NH, whom she married on July 12, 1959. Others include her three children and their spouses, Leon "Buzz" Josefiak and his wife, Michele of Warner, NH, Lisa Moore and her husband, Brett of Hillsboro, NH and Risa Jurius and her husband, Steve of Meredith, NH. Their families include her nine grandchildren. Lee is also survived by her brother, Willard Tiffany of Millbury, OH, and one niece and one nephew.
Family and friends are welcome to attend a graveside memorial service, which will be held at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH on Monday, July 28 at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Father Flanagan's Boys Town, 300 Flanagan Blvd., PO Box 7000, Boys Town, NE 68010.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, in Manchester, NH.
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Memories and Condolences
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Alice (Wellman) Meyers
August 8, 2008
I was very sorry to hear of Leona's passing. She and I grew up in the same neighborhood and were childhood girlfriends. We spent time at each other's homes and I have fond memories of her. My sympathy to the family.
Leda (McEntire) Carmody
July 25, 2008
Dear Mr. Josefiak and family,
I am saddened to learn of Mrs. Josefiak's passing. She was a kind and wonderful music teacher. I loved her as a child. Many years later, when she learned I had become a teacher and worked as a substitue, she always requested me, when she needed to have time off. I have never forgotten her thoughtfulness.
My childhood principal, Mr. Josefiak, (Mulberry Street School), has never been forgotten. He also, was always kind to me. I will keep you in my heart and prayers. God Bless!
Sue and Dick Cromie
July 25, 2008
Dear Buzz & Family: Please accept our sincere condolences on Lee's passing. We remember her as a wonderful and talented friend. Sue always felt fortunate to have taught with Lee in the Middletown School's music department. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Katherine (Katie) Hickey (nee: Lyons)
July 25, 2008
I am very sorry for the loss of your wife, please give your children my deepest sympathies. Although I have not seen her in many years, I will never forget her and how she taught me to play the violin as a child while she sat next to me playing on her piano. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.
Michael Zanetti
July 25, 2008
To the entire Josefiak Family - Please accept our sincerest sympathy on your wife's and Mom's passing. I remember her from back in Pine Bush in the seventies. Treasure the many fond memories I am sure you all have.
Bill Cronin
July 25, 2008
Dear Mr. Josefiak and family, We are sorry to hear of your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. I have fond memories of Mrs. Josefiak and she always took good care of Buzz when we were at college! All of your Pine Bush friends are thinking of you.
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