Josephine “Josie” M. (Cirone) Masi, 96, of East Hartford, loving wife of the late Victor L. Masi, for over 48 years, peacefully passed away with her caring family by her side at her home on Saturday, May 21, 2022. Born in Hartford on July 10, 1925, a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Grieco) Cirone, she had been a resident of East Hartford for most of her life. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a chef at A.I. Prince Tech School in Hartford, she was an amazing cook. She was a former member of St. Christopher Church, East Hartford, enjoyed playing cards and visiting the area casinos, and loved watching “game shows” and the PGA on TV. Most of all, she was a devoted and proud wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished her time spent with her family.
Josephine is survived by her three beloved daughters, Ann Hillman and her husband, John, of Sparks, NV, Janet Chase of Boise, ID, and Lori Masi of East Hartford. She also leaves the loving Snyder and Vasquez family members; four special grandchildren; three adored great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was predeceased by her son, Paul J.Chase of East Hartford.
Josephine’s family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday (June 2, 2022) from 4 – 7 pm at the D’Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford. Private funeral service and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Josephine’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 111 Founders Plaza, 2nd Floor, East Hartford, CT 06108. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family, please visit www.desopoeh.com.
