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Josephine Galiano Obituary

Josephine Canal Galiano (Na Na) of Metairie, LA was borrowed from God on November 17, 1929 and returned to God's loving arms on April 26, 2015. Wife of Norvin Basil Galiano, Sr. of 65 years. Daughter of the late Loretta Canal and Anna Torina of Woodside, LA. Mother of Norvin Basil Galiano, Jr. (Holly Brechtel), Karen Galiano Macaluso (Craig), Connie Galiano Toepfer (Chris) and the late JoAnn Galiano. Grandmother of Nicholas Basil Galiano (Rachel Silvers), Jeremy Basil Galiano (Katie Perry), Christian Edmond Toepfer (Laurie Parrot), KeriAnn Toepfer, and Basil Vincent Macaluso. Great grandmother of Remy Basil Galiano and Jude Perry Galiano. Also survived by many other family and friends. A celebration of Josephine's life will be held on Friday, May 1, 2015 at Lakeview Christian Center, 5885 Fleur de Lis Drive, New Orleans, LA 70124. Visitation from 9:00 to 11:00 AM, service at 11:00 AM, followed by lunch for all from 12:00 to 2:00 PM. Private family interment. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Rancho 3-M Orphanage, c/o Lakeview Christian Center. Condolences may be expressed online at www.tharsontheimerfh.com . Information, (504) 835-2341

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 27 to Apr. 29, 2015.

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May 15, 2015

Karen and family - your parents will always be remembered fondly by my family and Karen you were a truly wonderful daughter to them and a shining example to Basil. Tina Carlos Lawrence

Danny & Cheryl Loup Curole

May 1, 2015

To the Galiano family....my condolences to you all upon the loss of your precious mom. She had the best sense of humor and was so generous and thoughtful to everyone she met. She was truly beautiful inside and out! She is now with JoAnn in heaven!

April 30, 2015

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares. 1Peter 5: 6, 7
AJK
New Orleans, LA

Peggy Maronge

April 30, 2015

Karen and Norvin
God needed an extra angel to help watch over you and your family. Many fond memories of Ms. Galiano from our old Carrollton neighborhood and girl scouts. My heartfelt prayers and sympathy and with you and your family.

Roger DeChance

April 30, 2015

Your Parents treated me like gold, and I lovedt them like my own. Jo will be missed for sure.

Wendy Nienaber LeSieur

April 29, 2015

May GOD bless each and every one of you at this time. I have great childhood memories with the Galiano Family in Mandeville!

Shelli & Gary Vinturella

April 29, 2015

Karen, I am so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. My heart aches for you and the whole family, she was such a sweet lady!! She will truly be missed. Praying for all of you.

April 29, 2015

Remembering many fun times with the Galiano's at the bowling alley. Norvin, remember "Jane & the Kids"? I am so sorry for your loss.
Jane Kolb

April 29, 2015

Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of your mom when we were in school together at Sacred Heart. Such a loving person with a huge heart. We definitely have another angel in Heaven.
Joni Thiele Rockwell

April 29, 2015

JOSIE WAS A WARM, LOVING, AND GIVING PERSON. I WOULD NOT HAVE SURVIVED MY TEACHING YEARS AT MDS WITHOUT HER AS MY DEVOTED,LOVING, AND ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO THE NEEDS OF THE CHILDREN,AND MINE AS WELL. WHAT WONDERFUL GENEROSITY AND KINDNESS. IT HAS MEANT THE WORLD TO ME THAT SHE (AND NORVIN) HAVE KEPT IN TOUCH ALL THESE MANY YEARS! NOW,SHE IS RESTING IN GOD'S ARMS---A REST SHE TRULY HAS EARNED! GRIEF, HOWEVER, IS FOR THE LIVING. AND, SO, AS YOU EACH GRIEVE THE LOSS OF YOUR DEAR MOM, GRANNY, AUNT,WIFE,MAY YOUR FAITH SUSTAIN YOU WITH THE BELIEF THAT ONE DAY YOU SHALL ALL BE UNITED AGAIN! MY LOVE TO EACH OF YOU,KATHLEEN BUSCH (AKA: SISTER KATHLEEN), AND LOUIS POPLARVILLE, MS.

julie ayers

April 28, 2015

my deepest sympathy to the family. Karen and Norvin, not sure if I can make services, will be at work. My prayers are with you.

Debra Garibaldi Shropshire

April 28, 2015

Dearest Karen (and family),
My deepest thoughts and prayers are extended
to you and your family at this difficult time. May God give you strength now and always.
Love,
Debbie

cheryl galiano

April 28, 2015

In loving memory of my wonderful Aunt Joe who's phone calls I will treasure forever and certainly miss. Condolences and love to Nornie, Karen, Craig, Baz and family..Love you all..Cheryl and Brother Galiano

April 28, 2015

Heaven has certainly gained another angel. Praying that you cherish the wonderful memories and the wonderful life Aunt Joe lived!! We love you...Cheri (zirp) Brooke (dirp), Brandy (nerp) and Troy...May God give you peace during this difficult time..Love you all.

Elizabeth Parrino

April 28, 2015

Praying for your family. God bless you during this difficult time.

Staff of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home

April 27, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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