Josette Madelyn Stivala, love of my life didn’t come to an end with her death. Josey passed away on May 15, 2021 at the age of 66 after a two year battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy.
Born February, 28, 1955, she was the daughter of the late William and Diana Kind.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 29 years, Kenneth F. Stivala; Step-Son, Darrin J. Stivala, wife, Carol Stivala; Grandkids, Jared and Amanda. Brother, Paul Kind and sister, Lisa Kind; her sister-in-law, Gail Miranda, her brother-in-law, Mark Stivala and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made at St. Jude Hospital and the American Cancer Society.
My heart is breaking and my road to healing may be long, but in memory of my beautiful wife and the love of my life, I want to honor her memory.
Josette and I were married on July 21st, 1992. My journey with her during our marriage is one to be treasured and I will forever hold our time together in my heart. Just to let you all know I was most attracted to her by her beautiful smile that just would light up her face and make those beautiful blue eyes just sparkle. It would remind me of my Dad who loved my Mother’s blue eyes and actually bought a car using the excuse that it matched her blue eyes. I, on the other hand would gaze into her blue eyes and found love staring back at me, no reason to go out and buy anything.
Some of what I will miss most about my loving wife:
Josey loved gardening and because of the results from her efforts, neighbors would always comment that we had the most beautiful garden on the block. Baking was also another favorite hobby, especially around the holidays, bringing all of the family together with her delicious meals and treats. To wash down these goodies, a Jack & coke always helped.
Her love of children presented itself by volunteering and working in the child care field, from volunteering with the Early Intervention Program (EIP) caring for the infants with significant delays or a condition likely to result in a developmental delay to contributing her time at one of the High Schools that provided day care for the teenage student/parents.
Our favorite past-times were eating out, going for our random daily Starbucks coffee, travelling, and attending a good movie, before pandemic, every Tuesday Senior matinee. We were on a first name basis with several of the bartenders in the area.
I could not ask for a better partner and wife. Josey, unconditionally took care of me and always was at my side. Our love for each other, I feel was to be admired. We were told by many that we had the kind of relationship that fits like a glove.
Josey….you are the love of my life. Your spirit will always be felt and I will carry you in my heart forever and always. Rest in Peace my darling wife.
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