She was predeceased by her loving husband of 64 years, Rocco in 2020.
Surviving are her children: Henry Catenacci and AnnaMaria "Rea" Catenacci; her sister, Madeline Daniels and her son-in-law, James Nugent.
Josephine was known as "Josie" or "Aunt Jo" to those who knew and loved her. She was known for her famous pastina soup, which was enjoyed by her many nieces and nephews that she babysat for and helped to raise.
Josie loved the slots in Atlantic City and enjoyed playing Bingo. Her vibrant, feisty personality brought a smile to everyone and will be greatly missed by all.
A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2022 from 12-3PM at Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home, 26 Mule Road, Toms River. A memorial service will be held in conjunction with the visitation at 2PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Josephine's name to Alzheimer's New Jersey, 23 Vreeland Road, #105, Florham Park, NJ 07932.