Josephine M. Terranova

                                                “Aunty”

Josie was born Feb. 5, 1929 in Chicago, IL. She was the fifth of eight children born to John Karels Sr. and Anna (Opacion).

Aunty spent her years as a homemaker. She traveled to visit her extended family often. Throughout her years she also cared for her nieces and nephews in California, Arizona and Illinois.

An avid game player (and cheater), she enjoyed  Canasta, Aggravation and trouble. She would often burst into Frankie Laine songs and loved to dance.

She was preceded in death by her husband Gaetano, son John, friend and brother Eddie, brothers John and Richard, sisters Ann and Marion.

Josie is survived by her son Michael, her sisters Frances and Helen and a multitude of nieces and nephews.

In her final years she was lovingly cared for by her Great Niece Rebecca Pinnow and family.

Aunty died peacefully at Pikes Peak Hospice in Colorado Springs, CO on June 10, 2021.

Thanks for the memories Aunty. Be at peace.