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Josefina "Josie" Luminarias 1942 - 2012 Josefina "Josie" Luminarias, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2012, at San Joaquin Community Hospital. Born March 4, 1942, in the Philippines, Josie moved her family to Bakersfield in 1985. She worked as a supervisor for the County of Kern, Human Services Department and retired after 18 years. Josie is survived by her husband, Luisito; her sister, Mila Martell; her brothers, Manoling, Tony, and Carlito Martell; and her children, Anthony, Kristine, Arthur, Katherine, Karen, Kim, Arnold, and Kathleen. She also leaves behind 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2012, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and on Friday, January 20, 2012, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A church service will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle Church, 7100 Stockdale Highway, followed by burial at Greenlawn Southwest Memorial Park, 2739 Panama Lane, and a reception in Logan Hall at St. Philip the Apostle Church. Relatives and friends are welcome to attend. For condolences please visit www.greenlawnmortuaryandcemetery.com. Greenlawn Southwest Mortuary www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Jan. 20, 2012.

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January 21, 2012

May the wonderful memories of your wife/mother keep your spirits high. Rest assured that she is now living in the House of the Lord watching over you, protecting you as always.

Rey, Odina, Darren and Conrad

Mikaela Grimes

January 20, 2012

Karen and Family, we are so sorry to learn of your Mother's loss. We are praying for you and your family's comfort during this tough time. Know that your fond memories of her will keep her spirits alive in your hearts forever.

Love,
Mikaela and Reggie Grimes and Family

Mickey Munoz

January 20, 2012

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. (Matthew 5:4)

January 20, 2012

Karen, my thought and prayers go out to you and your family.

Glenda Muldrow
Delano High School

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