Josephine B. Chiarantona, 73, died March 9, 2012, at her home.
She was born in Glendale, N.Y., and lived in Vero Beach since 2005, coming from Auburn, Maine.
Before retirement, she was a representative for 20 years in the insurance industry.
She was a member of St. John of the Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach and an active volunteer.
Survivors include her son, Richard Chiarantona, of Vero Beach; daughter, Jeanne Bonelli, of Kings Park, N.Y.; sister, Diane Litterer, of Long Island, N.Y.; brother, Frank Litterer, of Rhode Island; and nine grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent Chiarantona; and son, Michael Chiarantona.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. John of the Cross Catholic Church, 7550 26th St., Vero Beach, FL 32966.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. March 14 at St. John of the Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach.
Arrangements are by Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory.
A guestbook is available at www.seawindsfh.com.
