Josephine Missale Gaglio

Over the years Mom gave us many gifts. The best ones were those that came from her heart and her hands, like chicken soup and lasagna. She was the loving thunder of a strong Sicilian woman, and she made us feel loved everyday.

Her life was an inspiration. It wasn't always easy. She sacrificed and worked very hard. Together with Dad, she taught us many important lessons: to have adventures, be strong and never be afraid. But the most important wisdom is to always value family and friends. We will pass down their stories, recipes and traditions, and our Italian heritage is a treasure we cherish.

Mom, no words could ever be enough to tell you how important you are, and how much you are loved. Thank you for your life, thank you for our lives, thank you for your love.

*Born on November 26, 1917 in Montelepre, Sicily to Benedetta and Giovanni Missale.

*Arrived in America through Ellis Island, New York on April 28, 1921.

*Returned to Italy in 1927, brought back home to America in 1930.

*Married to the love of her life, John Gaglio, on July 14, 1946 in Bronx, New York.

*Moved to Ontario, California in June 1958.

Loving Legacy

Children:

Betty Gaglio married to Kevin Cavanaugh

Roy Gaglio, married to Colette Jiggens Gaglio

Grandchildren:

Caryn Cavanaugh married to Frank Zappia

John Gaglio, married to Raquel Lee

Laurel Cavanaugh married to Jack Goodroe

Nina Gaglio, married to Ryan Rustin

Great Grand Children;

Dante Francesco Zappia

Logan Giovanni Zappia

Olive Josephine Gaglio

Those we love never go away.

They walk beside us every day.

Unseen, unheard but always near,

Still loved, still missed and forever dear.