Josephine Mercurio

Josephine Mercurio (née Pisto) passed away peacefully at home on January 27, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 27, 1934, in Syracuse, New York. She moved to Monterey with her family at a young age and remained there for the rest of her life.

Josephine graduated from Monterey High School in 1953 and married the love of her life, the late Jean Mercurio, in 1956. They shared over 50 years of marriage before his passing.

Her greatest joy was being in the kitchen and with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved cooking for her family, delighted in food and her kitchen, and was glad just to have everyone gathered around her. No one left her house hungry — she always wanted everyone to be happy and well fed. She also enjoyed trips to Laughlin with the Italian Catholic Federation.

She is survived by her sons, Dominic (Roxanne) and Sammy (Angeli); her grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Johnny Mercurio, Kathryn Donangelo (Matt) and their children Gianna and Mia, Dominic Mercurio Jr., and Sal Mercurio; her brother, John Pisto (Cheryl); and her sister, Betty LaBonte (the late Ray).

The family would like to thank Blanca Rivas and her family for their dedicated care, which made Josephine’s final days peaceful.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Central Coast at 30 Ryan Ct #250 in Monterey. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, February 11, at 10:00 a.m. at San Carlos Cathedral.