Josephine Tomberlin

Josephine Tomberlin obituary, Norwalk, CT

Josephine Tomberlin

Josephine Tomberlin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Baker-Isaac Funeral Services - Bridgeport on Jun. 27, 2025.

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Josephine Tomberlin the daughter of the late Marvin and Ruby Tomlin was born May 28,1947 in Norwalk, CT. Josephine peacefully departed this life on January 5, 2025, surrounded by love.
Joesphine was a lifelong resident of Norwalk and attended Norwalk Public schools and graduated from Brien McMahon High School
She was employed by the Norwalk Board of Education and retired after 37 years.
Josephine is survived by her stepson; Sefuddin Abdul-Wali; grandchildren; Shane Tomlin, Billi Jo Tomlin (Shaveya) andHydea Tomlin; lifelong companion William Dancy and great grandchildren; Julianna Tomlin, Makhi Foster, Nasir Foster andZavion Foster; one sister Terry Tomlin and two brothers, Willie Tomlin of Norwalk and Bruce Tomlin (Karen) of Stamford. Many nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her daughter Jomeshia Tomlin; three sisters, Ruthie Scott, Theresa Tomlin and Hope Perry and two brothers Marvin Tomlin, Jr. and Gerald Tomlin.

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