Josephine Lazzarini Obituary

Josephine Lazzarini
(nee Germano)

September 15,1915 - June 19, 2013

Resident of San Francisco

"Josie" passed away at her home in San Francisco at the age of 97 on June 19, 2013. She was born, raised, and lived her entire life in San Francisco. She graduated from Commerce High School, Fashion School and business school. She was a dressmaker and had a long career as a bookkeeper for Hales/Emporium.

Her father Angelo Germano immigrated from Italy in 1908 and her mother Marcelina in 1913. Her parents married in 1914. Josie married Raymond Lazzarini in 1943. She was predeceased by her parents, her brother Eddie Germano, and her husband Raymond Lazzarini.

Josie was very active and enjoyed traveling all over the world. She also

loved to cook for her family and friends. Josie will be missed dearly by many relatives, cousins, Godchildren, and friends.

Family and friends are invited to a Rosary and Mass at The Church of Immaculate Conception in San Francisco on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 11 am. Viewing will be at 10:30 am. Committal services to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Online condolences may be offerred at www.vmpandco.com

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jun. 21 to Jun. 25, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Josephine Lazzarini

6 Entries

Sandy Cavaglia

September 14, 2013

Thinking of you and sending love on your 98th birthday. I really miss you and our daily phone calls. Rest in peace, Josie! Love, Sandy

Josie as a little girl

Frank Crotti

June 24, 2013

Josie was my godmother. Ever since I can remember, she has been a part of my life. Her generosity, her vigor for life, her sincerity, and her love will always be with me. She was a part of some of my earliest memories as a child. I remember visiting her at the Emporium with my mom. She would always buy me a special treat at the mezzanine cafeteria. She was a member of our family, and she and Auggie were at many family celebrations. I fondly remember the special birthday gifts she gave me as a child. I was the fourth of five boys, accustomed to wearing mostly hand-me-down clothes. Josie would find the latest fashion for young boys and surprise me with a new outfit. I still have fond memories of a red Pacific Trail windbreaker with a Velcro pouch. I am 58 years old and this is a memory I still have from 50 years ago. After getting a job as a flight attendant with Pan Am, I would send Josie a postcard from all of the countries I visited. Josie was a world traveler herself, and she told me how much she enjoyed them. At my parents' 40th anniversary celebration, which was on Josie's birthday (September 15th), Teddi and I invited her to come see us in London, where we were based. She did, and we had a ball touring around London and the adjoining countryside with her. We were amazed at her energy and enthusiasm. When we had our first child, we couldn't think of a better godmother for our son than Josie. She was godmother at both of our baptisms at Saints Peter and Paul Church in North Beach (1955 and 1986). Josie and I had a very special relationship. Over the past 12 years or so, we would talk every Sunday evening around 8:00. Our conversations would revolve around a whole range of topics, from recipes and cooking to family matters, our Italian heritage and customs, weather, politics, health, etc. Those chats with Josie meant so much to me and I looked forward to them every Sunday. My Sunday nights won't be the same. I really got to know her on a different level. She was the last of my parents' generation. I will think of her often, and miss her dearly.

Sandy Cavaglia

June 23, 2013

Josie was an important part of my life since I was a child. She and my Uncle Auggie were close friends for over fifty years. Josie was an inspiration and role model for me. She was kind and generous to me and was always there for me if I needed advice or just someone to talk to. I will miss her immensely - her apple pies, her Italian cooking, and mostly our daily phone calls. Say not in grief that she is no more but live in thankfulness that she was. Rest in peace, Josie!

Sister Rachel Crotti, FMA (Salesian Sisters)

June 23, 2013

I submitted my message on June 22nd but somehow my name was omitted in the entry. I am sending it now along with prayerful condolences to Dennis and to his family. We have all been greatly blessed in having known and loved Josie and in having her goodness as part of our lives.

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Cathy (Crotti) Soldavini

June 23, 2013

For all of us, Crotti's, Josie was like family. Throughout the years she and Auggie joined us for many family occasions. Josie was always very kind to us when we were young children as well as when we became adults. I remember how Josie helped my mom make me a beautiful dress for my 8th grade graduation. I will remember Josie with great affection for her kindness and generosity!

June 22, 2013

From my earliest days in San Francisco I cannot remember a time "without Josie" as a caring family friend. For every Crotti event--and there were many with the nine of us and mom and dad--Josie was present. She was always a great listener and a constantly cheerful presence. She was generous with encouragement and giving us meaningful gifts for milestones in our lives. I remember when I entered the convent at age 14. She took me to the Emporium where she worked and together we picked out a leather book bag that I used for many years. When she gave you also received "part of the giver" and the gift became even more precious.
We will certainly miss her yet I am sure that even from heaven she will not forget us. Josie is still with us and she will remain in our hearts.

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