I had the honour to work alongside Josie on many community building services in the North End. Josie walked a path of humbleness, encouraging others to take chances to learn and grow. Josie was a kind teacher in the community that believed in providing opportunities for community members to improve where we lived. I am grateful for all the wonderful conversations and laughter. My condolences Josie's family.

My deepest condolences to Josie's family. I just learned today of her passing, and I'm heartbroken. She was a beautiful soul with great wit, intelligence and compassion. I feel blessed having known her. Love to you Jo until we all meet again...

Sending condolences to Rob and Melanie. Losing a parent is so hard.

Your mom was an incredible woman who achieved so much, not least raising you two.

Keep her memories close.

So very sorry for your grief.

Camille Loxley

When I started my social work career in the north end your mom quickly became someone I respected and learned so much from. She was very humble but did so very much. She never bragged but always put her hear, soul, love & laughter into everything. She will be missed by many - and by many you never knew. Please know your mom/kookum was one of the best! I'm sure she is at a legion, walking in a park and laughing with someon. RIP friend. Lorna Hanson

Josie was a wonderful person and a deeply loyal and loving friend. She was always there for you with a kind heart, a helping hand, or a clever wisecrack whatever the situation needed.

I am totally devastated for your loss Mel, Robbie & Susie and sending hugs to your lovely kids and grandkids which she adored.

Slan abhaile mo Chara (Safe Home My Friend) Love u Millions !

Amazing woman, amazing legacy! Condolences to Rob, Mel and families; love and prayers to all of you.

I am so terribly sorry dearest Josie has left us far too soon. Josie was one of our star students as she received her B.Ed degree at U of M. She was always laughing and enjoying life even though times were tough. She was a born leader and that came through loud and clear as she guided many agencies to be successful and help people. I sincerely hope Lainie and Josie are together again

having fun. My condolences to the family.

My sincere condolences. Josie was a wonderful person was dedicated to making people's lives better. She will be missed.

I'm very sorry for your loss . I knew Josie when both of us were young and she was working at Andrew Strwet Centre. She was always smiling and so full of energy. I always wondered how she was doing ... she wanted to make a difference and she did .

My very sincere condolences to all of her family. Josie and my Mom adored each other. She had the biggest heart.

In her last text to me she said "Soon your mom and I will be up to our old shenanigans!"

The world is a little dimmer without her giving spirit.

Rest Easy Josie

I love you and I will miss you very much ❤️