Josephine A Lavina

Josephine A. Lavina (nee Bonica), age 93, of Wayne passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2020 while receiving the loving care of her family.

Born November 17, 1926 in Waltham, Massachusetts to Giuseppe and Mary Bonica, Josephine (known to her family and friends  as “Jo”) left school to work and help her family. She spent time working for Waltham Watch Company and Servend. Josephine married the love of her life, Guy, in 1958.

Josephine was a dedicated daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother.  She dedicated much of her life to caring for her family. She was also dedicated to her Catholic faith and to helping those less fortunate than her.  She spent years volunteering for Meals on Wheels.

Josephine loved to cook and bake. Her banana bread recipe is well-loved in the family. She also was very social, and she always had many friends visiting and calling her home. Josephine was a truly special person who touched the lives of many people and will be sincerely missed by her family and friends alike.

Josephine is survived by her son, Bob, and daughter-in-law, Cindy, of Wayne, and her granddaughter, Rachael of Hoboken. She is predeceased by her husband, Guy, and her sister, Frances Bonica.