Josephine B. Fichera, 92, of Vero Beach, FL, formerly of Poughkeepsie, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 2 ^nd .

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter Angela (Thomas) Bellard of Kissimmee, FL and Clifton Park, NY; her son Frank (Patti) Fichera of Medford, NJ; her eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Josephine was predeceased by her husband of over 70 years, Angelo C. Fichera; her daughter Catherine (Ronald) Ross of Hyde Park, NY; her sister Rosa (Becchetti) Soto; her brother Paul Becchetti; and her parents Anna (Porcaro) Becchetti and Francesco Becchetti.

Josephine was born in Poughkeepsie, NY.  She was a member of the Italian Center in Poughkeepsie.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on January 4 ^th at St Mary's Church at 231 Church St, Poughkeepsie. Interment will follow at St. Peter's Cemetery, 171 Salt Point Turnpike.

Those wishing to send a donation in lieu of flowers may send donations in her name to VNA Hospice, 1110 35 ^th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.  Condolences may be shared online at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.