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Josephine DeBonis Obituary
Josephine was born in Worcester, daughter of James and Maria (Patti) Minichilli of Italy and lived here all her life. She enjoyed being a homemaker, was a kind, giving and loving person who loved making everyone smile. Josephine was a life member of Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel-St. Ann Church, where she was a member of their Golden Years Club, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Salvation Army, the Leisure Club of Our Lady Of Loreto Church and the VFW Post 1523 Ladies Auxiliary, Putnam, CT. Josephine had many friends and will be missed by all especially her friends at the Golden Years Club. Josephine was devoted to her religion, loved spending time with family and friends, trips to the casino and trying her luck with scratch tickets.
Josephine's funeral will be held Friday from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME AND CHAPEL, 370 PLANTATION ST. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30AM in Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel-St. Ann Church, 24 Mulberry St. Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 4-7PM in the funeral home. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery. The family request memorial donations be made to the Salvation Army or a charity of your choice.
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for Josephine DeBonis
Judy and Jeff Kostick
December 5, 2006
Dear Jen and Joanne and Family,
Allison told us of your loss. We are very sorry to hear about it and want you to know that you are all in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Brian Mayhew
December 1, 2006
Aunts Maryann and Sharon, Uncle Frank, and Godmother Joanne,
Please accept my sincerest sympathies. Rest assured, fond memories of Aunt Peanie encircle the span of the globe. Take care and God bless you all.
Brian, Kirsten, Lydia and Xavier
Allison Kostick
November 30, 2006
Jenni and family~
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. I love you and your family! My thoughts are with you.
Love always,
Allison and Josh
Donna Nason
November 29, 2006
Maryann, Sharon, Joanne, Frank: My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother, my aunt "Peanie". Aunt Peanie was a wonderful person, so full of life. Her laughter and funny stories will remain in our hearts forever. She was very loving and caring and always there if you needed to just talk. Her work with the church, Salvation Army and unselfish giving will be remembered. I know God has a place right beside Him and she will keep the angels laughing. She always enjoyed herself at functions and was the life of the party. She always wanted us to enjoy life and have a party in her memory when she is gone. She is gone from this physical world but certaintly will never be forgotten. I love you Aunt Peanie, rest in peace.
Linda Therrien
November 29, 2006
My dear cousins, I am deeply saddened to hear of your mother's death. I can still hear her calling me rin-tin-tin or ding ding. I will miss her smile and laughter. Love, Linda
DEBBY MAYHEW
November 29, 2006
MARYANN,SHARON,JOANNE AND FRANKIE,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. SHE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART FOREVER.
Carolyn Onisko
November 29, 2006
Dear Sharon and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved mother. She was a wonderful person and always a bright light. My thoughts are with you. Fondest Regards. Carolyn Onisko
Giaquinto Family
November 29, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
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