Josephine Campana, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully at her residence on January 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Josephine was the cherished daughter of the late Giuseppe and Carmelena (Meli) Alongi.

Josephine moved with her family from Brooklyn as a child and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On December 26, 1953, she married the love of her life, Eugene Campana Sr., at St. Joseph's Church. Josephine was the supervisor of the former D & K Stores on Niagara Falls Boulevard in Niagara Falls for many years, a position she adored. She later retired from Toy Liquidators.

Josephine and Eugene shared a passion for horses, racing their thoroughbreds throughout Fort Erie Race Track and Woodbine Racetrack both located in Canada. Josephine enjoyed frequenting the Casino, but her greatest joy came from the time spent with her family, whom she cherished every moment with. Her legacy of love and devotion will continue to inspire all who knew her.

In addition to her husband of 71 years, she is survived by her two children, Eugene Jr. (Margaret) Campana and Cynthia (Larry) Marano; her cherished granddaughter, Elizabeth (William) Bradford; her sister, Lilyan (late Robert) Buresch and her brother-in-law, Natalino (Inez) Campana, as well as many dear nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three siblings, Carmella (late James) Bruno, Vito (late Hilkka) Alongi and Anthony (her best friend, Corrine) Alongi, as well as his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Pearl (late Joe) Cimino, Mario 'Bo' (late Lena) Campana and Albert 'Albe' (late Patricia) Campana.

Visitation will be Monday, January 13 from 10 – 12 Noon at M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin at 12 Noon. Entombment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice at niagarahospice.org.