Giuseppina (Josie) Spano
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Giuseppina ‘Josie’ Spano on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the young age of 53 years old at the Royal Victoria Hospital. Her heart was strong to the end when she passed away peacefully with her family by her side witnessing her final tear.
Josie was the beloved daughter of Rosa Ierfino and the late Pasquale Spano, and the cherished sister to Joe Spano. She will be deeply missed by her husband Frank Ruvo, children Jennifer (Julian), Frankie (Vanessa), and her golden grandson Orlando. Josie has touched the lives of so many and will be lovingly remembered by her in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, many dear friends and an entire community that she would serve with a smile on a daily at Lafrenaie Montreal-Ouest.
Her love for her family knew no limits, it was endless. Her life mission was to ensure that her children lead happy, fulfilled and healthy lives. Josie always knew a good time and how to plan the perfect celebration to the details. She brought love and joy to the room, and a smile so pure and radiant it has been instilled in our minds forever.
Josie and her daughter (Jennifer) were the faces behind Lafrenaie Montreal-Ouest; this duo was unstoppable and their love for each other was undeniably felt by all those who walked through their doors. You’d find Josie’s black Jeep Cherokee parked on Westminster as of 4 am each and every morning. No matter the day or time she’d welcome you with great cheer and make you feel so important. If you arrived before opening hours, she’d sneak you through the back to ensure you had your morning coffee and treat to start your day. She was a second mom to all the young staff she would take in like her own.
Josie was selfless and so kind; she loved talking, connecting and helping others. Hers hugs were mighty and meaningful, and felt by so many in her presence. She was truly one of a kind.
To celebrate her beautiful life, a visitation will be held on Monday, December 13th at Urgel Bourgie Feron / Athos, located at 1275 Av Dollard, Lasalle QC H8N 2J1. Visiting hours will be from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 14th at Madre Dei Cristiani Church 7935 rue Lefebvre, Lasalle QC H8N 2A9. The mass will take place at 11:00 AM.
We invite you to take part in the funeral ceremony by live streaming via facebook «Madre dei Cristiani church.
Josie was a very proud aunt to Stefano Vito Ruvo and devoted a lot of time to annual fundraising events organized by her & Jennifer supporting the Complex Care Service Unit at the Montreal Children’s Hospital, where Stefano receives great care. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in memory of Josie Spano: fondationduchildren.com/en/fundraising/in-memory-of-our-beloved-josie-spano
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Giuseppina Josie Spano 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Lasalle, Province: Quebec