Obituary of Josephine A. Manley

LeRoy- Josephine A. Manley, age 76, of Warsaw Road, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia, New York under comfort care.

     She was born September 14, 1947 in Batavia, NY, a daughter of the late Augustine and Sarah Andolora Campesi.

     Josephine will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, nana, grandma, aunt, cousin, and dear friend to many. She loved cooking, camping, spending time at her cottage on Silver Lake, and caring for all of her grandchildren. Her family was the center of her world and always took priority above all.

     She worked for Wyoming County Community Hospital as a medical surgical aide for over 20 years prior to her retirement. Josephine was a lifetime and honorary charter member of the LeRoy Volunteer Ambulance Service. She served for many years with the American Red Cross. She was also a current member of the LeRoy Fire Department Auxiliary and Excelsior Hook and Ladder Company.

     Josephine will be sadly missed by her children, Wendy (John) Johnson and Brian (Jennifer) Manley, grandchildren Jennifer (Scott) Pellett, Craig (Lindsey) Johnson, Briannah Birch, and Alexandra Manley, great-grandchildren, Ellison and Josie Pellett, along with many brother- and sister- in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and close extended family who were near and dear to her.

     Besides her parents, Josephine was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Burton Manley, daughter, Amy Manley and her father- and mother- in-laws, Gilbert and Ruby Manley.

     Family and friends may call on Monday, August 12, 2024 from 4-8 PM at the Falcone Family Funeral and Cremation Services Inc. 8700 Lake Road (Rt. 19), LeRoy, where her memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 11 AM. Private interment to follow in St. Francis Cemetery.

     Memorials may be made to donor’s charity of choice in Josephine’s name.