Josephine Costanza's Obituary
COSTANZA, Josephine (Josie), went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2013. She was predeceased by her parents Vincenzo and Vincenza Guastella, brother Joe, and son Vincent. Josie spent her life cooking and caring for her family. Her children and grandchildren were her passions. Painting, reading and gardening were also personal joys. Josie loved traveling and a favorite tradition was to go see the leaves change color while visiting her sister in Alabama. Josie was an avid Gator fan and football season ticket holder. Trips to Gainesville gave her some of her favorite memories. Josie is survived by her husband of 71 years, Vincent; sons Nick and Michael(wife Eileen); daughter Marianne Beck; grandsons Michael Jr.(fiancee Suzanne) and Vincent (wife Amanda); great grandson Vincent Jr.; and sister Mary Topazi. Special thanks to the entire staff at Carrollwood Care Center for their help and wonderful care. Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at St. Lawrence Church, Tampa.
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