Josephine Elizabeth La Barba, 88, of Dallas, TX, passed away on September 12, 2021. She was born in Dallas on November 20, 1932 to Sarah Salvaggio Todora and Tony Todora. Josephine graduated from Ursuline Academy of Dallas, and attended classes at St. Mary's College in Notre Dame, IN.
Josephine married Frank S. La Barba, Jr on July 3, 1955. She worked as an administrative assistant for many years. Josephine was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, the Altar Society, and the Catholic Daughters. She had a passion for helping others, cooking, shopping, playing Bridge, and spending time with her family.
Josephine is survived by her children, Frank S. La Barba, III and John Anthony La Barba, Sr; grandson, John Anthony La Barba, Jr; and great-grandchildren, Vincente Antonio La Barba, Emily Rose La Barba, and JJ Robledo. She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank S. La Barba, Jr; sisters, Annie, Mary and Sindy; and brothers, Frank and Tony.