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Josephine Bramer Obituary

BRAMER - Josephine (nee Vacanti) Of Holland, NY, July 29, 2008; beloved wife of the late William E. Bramer; loving mother of Frank (Kathy) Bramer, Beth Anne (Michael) Kinney, Sally (Peter) Sain, Nancy (Daniel) Reukauf and William (Cindy) Bramer; also survived by ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; sister of Adeline (late Bud) Fisher, Samuel Vacanti, Anthony Vacanti and Carol Wnek. The family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 and 6-9 PM at the F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 6575 E. Quaker St., Orchard Park. Services from the funeral home Friday 8:45 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Nativity of Our Lord Church, 26 Thorn Ave., Orchard Park at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Memorials made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc.

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Published by Buffalo News from Jul. 30 to Jul. 31, 2008.

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Melissa

July 24, 2023

I can't believe it's been 15 years since we had to let you go.....I know you've been with me all this time but I wish it would've been in person. Now that dad is with you too....please give eachother a big hug for me. I miss you both and can't wait till I can see you again.....well, I can wait - I've got a lot of life left to live. Love and miss you so very much. xoxo

Debi McGuffey

July 24, 2020

Aunt Josie, I can't believe it has been 12 years since your passing... I think of you often and I miss so much the great times we all had with you grandma Al, Nancy and Sally. I would love one more game of quarters just for old time sake... :) I love and miss you hope grandma Al is with you... :)

Susan Lanham

August 19, 2008

To Josie's Family, We were very sorry to hear of Josie's passing. She was a wonderful person and we enjoyed seeing her every couple of weeks. She will be missed and we send our thoughts and prayers to you all.

God Bless,
Jason and Sue (Josie's Schwan's team)

Beeper

August 18, 2008

Dear Gamma Josie,
I miss you're spaghetti and peanut butter cake and you're smile. You're never far from my thoughts nor my heart...

XOXOXOXO
Love you,
Beeper

Anthony Vacanti

August 15, 2008

Frankie, Beth Ann, Nancy, Sally & Billy:

I am so very sorry for your loss. Aunt Josie was a wonderful, joyful, fun person and will be missed by all of us. I always enjoyed talking with her. I wish I could have said goodbye in person. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandy (Perrigo) Imertreijs

August 11, 2008

Sally, Nancy. Bethanne,
billy & Frankie--I feel so fortunate to have known your mother. She was very special to me. I will never forget her spaghetti & artichokes and mostly her unique laugh. She was a blessing to all those who had the fortune to have known her. I personally will never forget her. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. It is wonderful though to have faith & I believe your mother is celebrating right this very moment with your father Bill. A little bit of Josephine will live on in each of you forever. I am so sorry I had already gone back to Ohio when Josie left us & that I couldn't be with you during her ceremony. Love to you all. Sandy

/skip & Kathy Tharp

August 7, 2008

Dan: Kathy and I extend our sympathy to you and your family. Death seems like an everyday part of our lives UNTIL it strikes at home.
Our thoughts are with you.
Skip

Jessie Bleekman

August 7, 2008

To Josie's family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you, even though we know Josie is with our Lord, we will miss her very much.

Rich & Shellie Boudreau

August 5, 2008

To my wonderful TWIN SISTERS-Nancy and Sally, and your whloe family,
Today is a day you will always remember with sadness. Your mom's life was filled with alot of happiness, especially being BLESSED with TWINS, and certainly your other siblings as well. I'm certain that she and your dad are still parenting from above - now as spiritual support, and remembering the best days of their lives (and your best days with them),will get you through your bad days ahead! I was blessed to have met her and conversed with her, she was a beautiful soul and her hospitality was awesome! Not everyone is born twins, as you know, GOD LOVED this woman (and Man) so much and believed they were the best parents to guide children in the right direction, he gave them 2 at once, that is priceless!
We Love you and we will pray for your whole family now and always! God Bless and see you at TwinsDays 09'!
Love, Rich(the PUP -Twin to Ralph), Shellie, Lauren, and the Lil'PUP-Richard

Tom & Kay Gale and Gerald & Lydia Sellers of the Currie Funeral Home

August 4, 2008

Nancy and Dan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dennis and NANCY KRUMPE

August 4, 2008

TO FRANKIE, BETHANN,NANCY,SALLY,BILLY AND- IM SO GLAD WE GOT TO SEE YOU ALL AND AUNT JOSIE IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SHE WAS A GREAT AUNT THAT WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS,AND ALL MY COUSINS PLEASE STAY IN TOUCH. LOVE ALWAYS NANCY VACANTI KRUMPE

Kelly Edignton

August 3, 2008

To the extended Bramer family, I will always be thankful that I was fortunate enough to have known Josie. She was a mother to far more than just her kids. She always made me feel like one of her own as I (like so many others) was referred to as "my kelly". The very qualities that she possessed are evident in the personalities of all of her children & indeed her grandchildren. She has made us all better people, just for having known her. I love you all & you are in my thoughts & prayers. love kelly & family
"I'm thankful for the times we shared together.
and the stories that you told us of your life
and though we are saddened by your leaving
we celebrate your new home in the sky
and every time I see the stars at night
I see the sparkle that was in your eyes
I feel you in the gentle breeze that blows
"YOUR THE KINDNESS IN MY HEART" & the caring in my soul.
I'm thankful for the hapiness you've known
and the love you've shown to each & all of us
your life will carry on for generations
and we'll have our memories of what was
I see you in the morning sun that rises
I feel the warmth of your loving embrace
I feel you in the gentle breeze that blows
I see your face as if you stand before me
"YOUR THE KINDNESS IN MY HEART" & the smile upon my face
(words & music by Kelly Edington)

Kathy Pernatt (Wiedemann)

August 1, 2008

Bethann, Mike, Nancy, Sally, Frank and Billy, and entire family memebers,

My Deepest Sympathies in your loss of your mother. She was a wonderful little lady, full of spunk. Even though I moved 30 miles away I would still see Josie and Doris on one of their shopping sprees. Josie's wonderful laughter will still be heard from above.

Brandon Frank

August 1, 2008

Dear Josie,
Words can not begin to explain how much my love has grown for you is such a short time. I only wish I could have loved you half as long as everyone else. I loved you grandma and I will always truly miss you.
Love
Brandon (Frank not Hank)

Wende yox

August 1, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Josie was a wonderful and kind woman. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.

Theresa Armbrust

August 1, 2008

To Bethann, Michael, Brenda and Jennifer;
So sorry to hear about your loss. We have been there not too long ago. Let there be comfort in the thought that your mom and grandmother are with Grandma and Grandpa Armbrust enjoying life once again! So sorry we missed the wake, but know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. Take care.
Love,
Troy, Theresa, Sarah and Megan Armbrust

Kristen & Jeremy

August 1, 2008

Beth Anne, Michael, Brenda & Jen - We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers as always.

Annette Vacanti Cullen

July 31, 2008

Dear Frank, Bethann, Nancy, Sally, Billy and crew,
Aunt Josie was always warm, funny, loving and welcoming. I feel so blessed to be her niece and your cousin. I miss you all!
With much love and prayers,
Annette

Kathy Rowley-Burns

July 31, 2008

Nancy & Family~

I haven't seen you in many years but think of you frequently. I am so sorry for your loss. I remember what a beautiful person your Mom was. My prayers are with you and yours during this difficult time.

Warren Hyde

July 31, 2008

Dear Sally & Nancy,
I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My sincerest sympathies go out to you and the rest of your family. A long distance hug is headed your way from the west coast. Take care my friends; my thoughts are with you.
Love, Warren

Marcy Kliszak

July 31, 2008

Nancy,

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful lady. Richie has very fond memories of the times that he spent with her, especially their football talks.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Sue Nichols

July 31, 2008

Frankie, Beth Ann, Nancy, Sally & Billy, Thanks for sharing your mom with all of us. She was such a wonderful person and always made you feel special. She had a smile on her face and I'll always remember her laugh. I know how much you'll miss her but what wonderful memories you have of her. Much Love Nick & Sue Nichols

Kathy McQueen

July 31, 2008

To all the Bramer Family,
I loved the laughter Josie brought to this world with her contagious laugh. She always had a compliment to give someone. I know Josie treasured her family and always saw the good in people. Our family is going to miss you. Have a wonderful life in Heaven Josie - you deserve it.

Cheri Rupp Hartman

July 31, 2008

To the Bramer Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Your Mom was someone that once you met her you never forgot her. Where she was there was always laughter.
It is so hard to loose someone so dear.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Barbara Constable

July 30, 2008

Dear Frank & Family, We send our Condolences on the passing of your Mom. Keep all your memories in your Heart and she will always live on. Barbara Constable & Phyllis Nickerson

Mary Jo Roth

July 30, 2008

I have been blessed to have Josie as a neighbor, a special friend and a mom for 34 years. I will miss Josie, but I will always remember all the special times we had together! Josie was loving and caring and I would have done anything for Mama Josie and her lovely family. My Love and Prayers to my extended family.

BRUCE MARX

July 30, 2008

Bill , Cindy and family
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Bruce, Natalie and Donald Marx

Debi McGuffey

July 30, 2008

Auntie Josie,
Words cannot express how sad I am that I won't get to play one more game of quarters with you... But knowing you are up there and on our side is a great comfort... And I will see you again someday, and again we will sit and play a game... I love you... Sally & Nancy I love you guys lets remember she is always with us and because of her we have that fun disposition she had... I love you guys

July 30, 2008

You will be missed by our family. We will see you in heven and we can all get together and play cards. Love, Carol, Don, Debbie and of course your sister Al

Frank Bramer

July 30, 2008

Mama,
I love you and I'll miss you forever!
Number 1 Son,
Frank

JoAnne Geary and family

July 30, 2008

I think if Josie did not say this herself she would want her family to believe this is how she would want to be remembered.
---- God My children are grown now ...and I have wonderful grand and great grandchildren. I love them all, but please God let me remember that I have lived, loved and enjoyed this life. Do not let me take away from their enjoyment by complaining about every ache and pain. Please keep me from mentioning my swollen joints, stiff knees, poor eyesight and anything else that isn't as good as it was. Let me remember that I have enjoyed a full and wonderful life and have been blessed in so many ways. I want to have my family remember me with pleasure and say, "I wish I had her genes. She never had anything wrong with her" That dear Lord will be the best legacy I can leave them.
Josie always had nice words for everyone she will be sadly missed.

Rob & Gloria Vernon

July 30, 2008

Dear Sally & Nancy,
Our deepest sympathies and warmest hugs to you. Please take care of yourselves now and take the time to work through your feelings.
Much Love,

Melissa Bramer

July 30, 2008

Grandma Josie,
You have impacted my life in so many ways, thank you for being such an amazing grandmother. Tears will flow but great memories will follow. I love you!

Bill Bramer

July 30, 2008

Mama
I will miss you so very much.There are not enough words to say how i feel or how much we will miss you. but i want you to take comfort that in your death that i have gained three mothers in Beth, Nancy and Sally.
Love your son bill hugs forever

Dianne Eaton

July 30, 2008

All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Josie was such a great woman! Her smile was contagious. She will be missed.

Our Beloved Grandma Josie

Jennifer Kinney

July 30, 2008

Dearest Grandma Josie:
I am sorry that you got sick, but you fought hard. I love you very much and will miss you terribly.
Love, Your Granddaughter Jennifer

Michael Kinney

July 30, 2008

I've known Josie Bramer for over 40 years and have been married to her daughter Beth Anne for nearly 38 years. You "could not" have a better mother-in-law than Josie. My family Beth Anne, Brenda, Jennifer and our son-in-law Chris and grandsons Brandon and Andrew will miss her forever

Peter Sain

July 30, 2008

Mama Jo,

I love you very much, and will miss our weekly chats on the phone. I have been blessed to be part of your family.

Love,

Peter

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