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JOSEPHINE CONNORS Obituary

CONNORS, Josephine "Pini" (Grillo) A lifelong Everett resident passed away suddenly on March 23, 2013, at 75 years. Beloved wife for 55 years to Jack Connors. Loving mother of John Connors of Everett, Timothy Connors and his wife Darlene of Medford. Loving sister of Andrina DeFilippo of Saugus. She is also survived by 7 cherished grandchildren and 1 cherished great grandchild. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a funeral from the JF Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, EVERETT, on Tuesday, March 26th, at 8 am, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 660 Washington Ave., Revere, at 9 am. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Monday from 4-8 pm. Entombment in Holy Cross Mausoleum, Malden. Josephine was a retired longtime salesperson for Glendale Curtain Shop of Everett and Curtain Time of Stoneham. She was a member of St. Therese Travel Club, enjoyed crossword puzzles, and caring for her loving family. For directions and online guestbook visit jfwardfuneralhome.com JF Ward Funeral Home (617) 387-3367

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 23 to Mar. 24, 2013.

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Linda Gignac

March 19, 2019

One of the kindest women I have met in my lifetime she was kind to my children in a time when I was struggling. I will never forget her kindness for that and when my husband Mike passed away she was one of my favorite neighbors.

March 27, 2013

Jack and family, I was saddened to hear from Joan Soule of the sudden passing of Josie. I know what a wonderful woman she was and I can appreciate your loss. Please accept the condolences of my family and my brother, Christopher Parella. Donna Parella White

Cheri De Borba

March 27, 2013

Tim and John, Thoughts and prayers to you. Deeply sorry for your loss.

March 26, 2013

Dear Connors Family:

Our deepest condolences to all of you. If it were not for St. Therese's vigil, We would not have gotten to know Josie - and that would have been our loss. As I read through the entries tonight, one reads the same theme over and over: Josie was a loving, caring, compassion woman - so very very true. We had one lady attend our vigil who was a little down on her luck. Josie noticed the poor condition her shoes were in. The lady didn't know where to purchase another pair. That very day, Josie took this lady out to the store to buy her shoes (and probably more than one pair!). "Whatever you do unto my brother, that you do unto me." That was Josie, always doing for someone else. She will be missed by many relatives and friends.
Bob & Lillian Goreham Everett, MA

March 26, 2013

Sorry I could not be there due to medical reasons of both my husband and myself. She will always be remembered as one of the nicest people God ever created. Love to all of you,
Warren & Carole Steele

Elaine Connors

March 26, 2013

Uncle Jack, John, and Tim,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Aunt Josie was one of the strongest, most positive people I ever met. She will always be remembered and missed.

Diane Reed

March 26, 2013

Jack, John & Tim, We are so sorry to hear about Josie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow! God has another angel by his side now.

Andrew and Linda D'Avanzo

March 26, 2013

Jack, John,Tim,Andrina and families:
We are sad and shocked on the sudden loss of Pini , and hope the pain of her sudden absence will be eased by the abundant memories of all the many wonderful ways she has demonstrated her caring concern and love for all of our families. We regret that we are away and can not personally comfort you at her wake and funeral. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you at this time and ...
always.

Patti and Bill (Jameson)(Jacobsen) Cook

March 25, 2013

Dear John: On the way home from the services this afternoon I could not help but reflect on the amount of relatives, friends, and acquaintances who came to pay their respects to you and your family. It was a remarkable showing of people who wanted to say so long to a loving and giving person who is already missed.

March 25, 2013

Jack So sorry to hear about your loss Josie was such a wonderful person, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Sandy and Roy Luther Woburn, Ma.

March 25, 2013

Jack we are so sorry hear about your loss Josie was such a wonderful person and will be missed so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Sandy and Roy Luther

Josephine Sinatra

March 25, 2013

My Dear Friend Josie,
I am going to miss you very very much.
You brought The Kingdom of God on earth with the many lives you touched.

You told me about The Out of Body Experience you had when you had a heart attack. You was hovering over your body and you saw a Bright Light and a sense of Peace came over you. A Peace you couldn't describe.

As you looked down over your body, the doctors and nurses were working on you. Jack was saying "Josie don't leave me. Josie don't leave me." You woke up back in your body.

After this experience Josie, you told me you were not afraid to die.

May you experience that Peace my friend.

You have left a void here on earth but a new world has opened for you.

God be with you until we meet again.

Love, Your Friend Josephine Sinatra

Kathleen Riley

March 25, 2013

Jack,Tim & John ~ so sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing 'Little JoJo' with me over the years. Her laughter, caring and concern for others is what I will remember most. When we see the brightest star, the whitest cloud or the most beautiful sunset we'll know it's our Jo watching over us. I know she'll be playing slot machines with my mom. It's your turn for a well deserved rest. I'll take care of Andi and let us know if there's a Christmas Tree Shop up there. Love ya! Kathleen

Bob Sardella

March 25, 2013

John,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. In the years I have known you and your Dad, I know how much family and your parents mean to you. Taking your Dad for the day on Thursday to give your Mom a little break was a gift to her.
My thoughts to you and your whole family.

Teresa DiVirgilio

March 25, 2013

Even though we were not blood related, she was like an aunt to me. I will miss Auntie Josie and all the amazing things and unconditional love she has given to so many people. She is an Angel!! We will all miss u!! My thoughts & prayers to the whole family..

March 24, 2013

We were so sorry to hear of Josie's death. My parents considered her as part of the family and she'll be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
love,
Ellen Cohen Kaplan, Jeff Kaplan, Josh, Dana and Jordan

Thomas McCue

March 24, 2013

Jack,John,Tim,other family and friends. I am truly sorry for your loss. Josie was always so kind hearted and a great friend to my mother Beverly. I am sure many angels greeted her as she flew into the heavenly gates and in my heart I know my Mother along with Josie will always be together and watching over us.

Sandie Stewart

March 24, 2013

John, Tim & Family -

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing; thinking of you at this time.

Tom D'Avanzo

March 24, 2013

Jack,
So saddened to hear of Josephine's passing. Mary and I wish to express our deepest condolences to you and the family.

March 24, 2013

tim sorry to hear about your mom are prayers are with you mike deal

March 24, 2013

jack and family i'm so sorry to hear about josie.god bless you and your family.we will miss her cousin mary and family.

linda gignac

March 24, 2013

i will never forget your kindnesses to me my children, thru all the years i lived across the street my kids were never forgotton by you your strength to hold a family together you where a career grandmother and you loved all. god bless you pini my heart hurts.. bless all of your family they are all better people because of you and your strenth love linda

Linda/Ed Helein

March 24, 2013

Tim and Family, So Sorry for your Loss, Our, thoughts and Prayers are with you all.. Linda&Ed Helein

Sukey Tufts

March 24, 2013

I have known Pini for years, and spoke with her at Mass on Saturdays. There is not a more giving, humble, and pleasant person I have ever met. You will be missed by many. My prayers are with the family.

kathy whittrege

March 24, 2013

josie was a wonderful woman. she was kind and caring , she always was doing for others . she will be missed by many . rest easy auntie josie

lisa noble

March 24, 2013

John and family, I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you guys. She will watch over all of you.

March 24, 2013

im going to miss my Aunt Josie,more than words can say.She is and was one of the most amazing,caring people i have known.When i had my health problems and other things,she was always right there,and it will not be forgotten!but who's going to buy me scratch tix now? lol i KNOW that you will continue (like you always did)to watch over the family and hopefully we will get some of that unfaltering strength you had.I will hold you in my heart forever, i love you Auntie! love your niece, Ronee

Frances Lufkin

March 24, 2013

So sorry to hear that Josie passed. My prayers are with the family

carolyn gunther

March 24, 2013

Tim, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. It is an unbearable pain. She will always be your Guardian Angel, and watch over you and Darlene..God bless. Carolyn Presterone Gunther..xoxoxoxo

Randi Defilippo/Dockery

March 24, 2013

My one and only Aunt... You will be missed so much more than you even could of fathomed. You just like ZiZi have held our family together, I guess it's my turn to try and follow your lead and I will.. Can you please rest easy now.. it's your turn....I love you and will miss your lil face walking into my house or simply calling to see if I wanted a shade, or a curtain. I will make sure everyone is fine, so please rest now and watch over us. Love always Your niece Randi

Debbie Donaldson

March 23, 2013

I am so sorry and shocked that you lost Josie today. It was such a pleasure knowing her. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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