The following messages of condolence and symbols
have been added in memory of Josephine.

Rest in Peace Josie.
We will remember many happy times at the Italian Social Club. Sending love and condolences to Danielle, Sam and all of your family

My sincerest condolences for the loss of your darling mother, sister, Nona and friend. My heart is breaking for you.

Sending you and family with so much love ❤️
Love Gabriella Samantha and family xxx

Josie, you were the benchmark of all mothers and will be very much missed. Thank you for feeding us, caring about us, and for being part of our lives for nearly 40 years.

To Sam and Danni, Catherine, Rubes and Lou, Caitlin and Jazzy, our sincere condolences and big hugs to you all.

Rest In Peace Josie - reunited with John x

Condolences to Sam and Dani,
Zia was such a lovely person verry welcoming and always welcoming with open arms, her legacy lives on with in us and she will never be forgotten.
Apologies for not being able to attend the service.
From Frank Louise and Alessio

My beautiful mum,

Thank you for giving me life, I was so honoured to be your daughter and blessed to have you as my mother. You were my lifetime inspiration, my guide and a pillar of strength throughout the years. Nothing was ever too much for you, you took it all on board and never complained about anything. Even when you were in great pain, you were a brave warrior that kept on soldiering on.

You were the epitome of unconditional love for us all and an amazing cook (and yes, I enjoyed our dinners together). You taught me so many life lessons, honesty, loyalty and most of all, how to love big. You were always there to protect me and keep me safe. Right from a young girl you helped me believe in myself and encouraged me to follow my dreams, that having a disability should never stop me. Because I had you in my corner, I learnt to always rise above the hurtful bullying and with your guidance over the years, learnt to be my authentic self.

You have no idea how much my heart breaks to have lost you. I love you so much mum, and will miss you more than you’ll ever know. Right now, I don’t really quite know how I’m going to live each day without you. I thank you for being my gold, and I promise to keep your memory alive in my heart. Your legacy will live on in me.

Rest easy now mum. I take comfort that you are reunited with your love. And so now, you’re free of all pain, and you and dad can ride off on the waves, into the sunset.
This is not ‘goodbye’, it’s just ‘so long’ until we meet again.
And as your famous words would be…
c'est la vie!

Your little girl, Danielle Xxx

~ You saw me take my first breath, I saw you take your last ~

Very generous and very caring to her children and their friends

Sweet sweet Josie
The short time I had the pleasure of knowing you, you really touched my heart! From all the little story’s you told me while I was cooking to the funny little laugh and smile when you asked for extra beetroot on your sandwich at bingo!
My deepest condolences to all your family and friends.
Rest easy Bella xx
I’ll always add that extra slice of beetroot for you !
In gods hands now
Xx

Josie you touched the hearts of so many, you treated us like family and for that we are truly grateful. We will forever treasure the memories we had with you. May you rest in peace and be reunited with your one true love ❤️
Sincere and heart felt condolences to your family and everyone who knew and loved you.
Fly high beautiful angel 🕊️🤍

Our deepest sympathy to family and friends on the loss of such a beautiful lady . ❤️❤️❤️
Liz, Sam & family xx

Our Love and deepest sympathy to Danielle Sam And Family
It is so hard to say goodbye to a loved one
We had many good times together growing up at the club and a holiday
Now Josie is back with her love of her life John
You will be sadly missed you may be gone but not forgotten
Rest In Peace Josie

We will always cherish the wonderful memories of you Aunty Josie. Your kindness and love will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace with Uncle John now. Love you ❤️

Thankyou so much Josie for everything you did for us boys when our mum passed away nearly 2 years ago, your love & support was incredible..
I will always cherish the good times we had together, you will always be in my heart forever ❤️❤️
Now you are with your loved husband John in Heaven looking down on your beautiful family from above 🙏🙏
Rest In Peace Josie Gumina you will be sadly missed you may be gone but not forgotten ❤️🙏🌹

Fly high josie may the angels guide you peacefully to your final destination in the sky rest easy now resting on gods clouds sending love and light to all the family xo

Thank you Josie for everything you did for us boys. We will never forget you! You are deeply missed and it hurts the soul that you are not with us any longer. You are now with your love of your life and Husband John. You’re the best and much deep love! Amen. ❤️❤️🙏🙏

So sorry for your loss . Such a lovely woman completely out there with her beautiful daughter family and made such a wonderful amazing ambassador to the Geelong social Italian club . Josie may you now rest in peace no more hurt . In loving memories always . You still had that smile when I saw you last in hospital. God bless you Josie rest with John . My condolences to all the families.