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Josephine Oliveria Obituary
Josephine G. (Damiano) Oliveria, 92, of Nesquehoning, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in Maple Shade Meadows, Nesquehoning. She was the widow of Samuel A. "Sud" Oliveria, who passed away on Aug. 1, 1989.
She was a seamstress for 40 years in numerous garment factories in Nesquehoning and Lansford.
Born in Nesquehoning, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Virginia (Bruni) Damiano. She was a member of the former Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Nesquehoning, and a current member of St. Joseph Parish of the Panther Valley, Summit Hill.
Josie loved spending time with her family and all children. She knew every word to every nursery rhyme and had all the residents at Maple Shade singing them.
Surviving are a son, Samuel A., and his wife, Esther, of Whitehall; two brothers, Baptist Damiano (Rose) of Ocean View, DE, and Anthony Damiano of Nesquehoning; a sister, Virginia Mele of Nesquehoning; two grandchildren, Teresa Oliveria and Nicole Wenhold (David); two great-grandchildren, Paige and Evan; and many nieces and nephews.
She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Michelina Eremus and Philomena Gogal; and a brother Joseph.
Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, in the Shrine of St. Therese of Lisieux, 15 E. Garibaldi Ave., Nesquehoning. Interment will be held at a later date in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Nesquehoning. Call 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Joseph S. Blazosky Funeral Home, 81 E. Catawissa St., Nesquehoning, and 9-10 a.m. Thursday in the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name may be made to the Shrine of St. Therese of Lisieux, 118 N. Market St., Summit Hill, PA 18240. Online condolences can be offered at www.blazoskyfh.com.
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Keith & Carole Bellhorn
November 5, 2023
Josie was a very dear friend who I met at Maple Shade. She praised me every time I played the piano for the residents there. She knew all the words to the church hymns by heart. I played
"Come Josephine in my flying machine" and she would sing out loud on the " UUUUP we go, UUUUp we go." I had to laugh every time. She never hesitated to tell anyone that she loved them
and usually repeated it 3 times. I played 2 of her favorites "Let there be peace on Earth" and "Here I am Lord", and all sang along. We are all better people for having known her. Love, Keith & Carole Bellhorn.
John E Koziski
October 31, 2023
Josie was part of my life as a little kid in new columbus a wonderful lady
felicia porambo
October 31, 2023
MapleShade Meadows will never be the same. Josie was a ray of sunshine and made everyone feel loved. She was just so pleasant and happy. I hope you are dancing in heaven. It was a pleasure to know her and I will miss her. Rest in peace my friend.
Always in my heart,
Felica
Lisa /Earl LIndenmuth
October 31, 2023
What a beautiful lady inside and out. Josie and Sud were my neighbors when I lived in New Columbus many years ago. She had a great sense of humor and always greeted my husband and I with a hug and a little bit of advice. RIP, Josie.
Jo Ann Sheridan Sabol
October 30, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. You have our sincere condolences.
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