A candle was lit by Darlene Joy Ando Waite, daughter on July 21, 2018 8:44 PM

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A year has now come and gone. I feel you near me every day. I dream of you, I talk to you, I tell my daughter and my grandchildren stories of you. We share your recipes, we share the wonderful hugs you taught us to give. I ask your advice, now that you have the wisdom of the ages, and pray for you to be our guardian angel. I know you are. I love you more than ever.❤️🙏🏻👼🏻

A candle was lit by Loving daughter, Darlene. See you in heaven, mom❤️ on July 21, 2018 8:39 PM

Message from Bill King

So long, until we meet again. I was always delighted when you came to Gas City to visit Grandma Mamie, for I knew we were going to have some great times playing together. You were the grand master of tumbling and taught Jack and I how to do the back flips and how to "take a fall". Most fun was our games of hide and seek in the evening twilight. and our ghost story telling in the vacant lot next to the Barton place. You taught much. I will never forget you Cousin Jo. Rest in peace and love. Bill

Message from Wanda

Lucy and Darlene:
There's just too much to say. Your mom was there for two sad little twins in a way it is hard to imagine. She loved children and I'll never forget the hours of projects she devised for us. She was fun!! Mine and Donna's lives were enriched by her kindness, interest and sense of decency.
Please know that all of my dreams and memories involve you two, with your mother always in the background, hollering out that we should get in the sprinkler or put on a play--and ready to dispense a hug or a whak to you guys, and to us.
I'm far away and couldn't attend the services. But I have been saddened in a deep way by Josephine's death.
Her personality reaches all the way to the Pacific Coast!
Of course I am overwhelmed and sorry for your loss. But I am also glad for both of you--for what you had in her.
My love to you both--Wanda

A candle was lit by Wanda Hurr on July 7, 2017 5:19 PM

A candle was lit by Crystal chalabis (torres) on July 7, 2017 1:26 PM

A candle was lit by SEAN R. HARRIS on July 7, 2017 4:21 AM

A candle was lit by Andrea gutierrez on July 7, 2017 12:39 AM

Message from Tina (Mikel) Ermish

What an amazing women.....and lovely spirit..... Dar, I know how proud you always have been of your Mom......she knew how to enjoy life and make the most of everyday.
God bless your beautiful family......Tina

Message from Kathie and Chuck

So sad to hear about Auntie Jo. We'll miss her warm humor and great hugs. I wish we could be there but Im unable to travel . Know that shes in my prayers as are all of you. Love , Kathie

A candle was lit by She will be truly missed on July 6, 2017 2:54 AM

Message from Lisa Marie

Aunt Darlene, Cousin Robbie & Lisa and their families,

I am so sorry for your loss. May the many memories she made with each of you bring you continued joy and remain in your hearts forever. And may the peace, love and comfort of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be with you in the difficult days ahead and always! I love you all very much and miss you all dearly! 💜🙏🏻✝️

Love always,
Lisa Marie

A candle was lit by Lisa & Destry on July 6, 2017 12:35 AM

Message from Ashley Gerodimos

My best childhood memories revolve around Country Images. Slushies, Penny Candy, piles of bikes, and tire swings... Miss Joy took such good care of us when we were at her store, it was a place where we felt safe and worryfree, just as a child should.
May she rest and God bless her family her family with peace.

A candle was lit by Rest in Peace from The Ducret Family on July 4, 2017 9:33 PM

Message from Tanya

Thank you for all of the wonderful memories you helped create throughout my childhood

A candle was lit by Meri Criss Smith on July 4, 2017 7:23 AM

A candle was lit by Jeff Vicari and family on July 3, 2017 9:42 PM

A candle was lit by Giovanny Altieri on July 3, 2017 7:49 PM

A candle was lit by Jimmy on July 3, 2017 7:45 PM

Message from Bahena

Wow so sad to hear I will always remember her she was a good woman have patience with all the kids my childhood was awesome with her in it and her slushy's and corn dogs RIP

A candle was lit by Kaitlyn jevyak on July 3, 2017 6:12 PM

Message from Julie McCallister

Some of my fondest memories as a child was taking change that I had and buying candy at Country Images, I loved that store. Rest Peacefully young lady! Love and Prayers to family.

A candle was lit by Heather chalifoux on July 3, 2017 3:39 PM

A candle was lit by Horne family on July 3, 2017 2:00 PM

Message from Evelyn Martinez

So sorry for your loss Sandy and Chris! Prayers to you and the family.

A candle was lit by Shannon Tate on July 3, 2017 12:57 PM

Message from Jenni (Joy) Levickis

I am so very sad to hear about Auntie Jo. I loved all the stories she would tell, and her love for life! She had the best laugh EVER and her hugs were always so warm and genuine. Best hugs in the world!!! She is greatly loved and will be missed by so many.
My condolences to everyone whose life has been touched by her....

A candle was lit by Sherry Adejumo on July 3, 2017 7:38 AM

A candle was lit by Natalia on July 3, 2017 12:36 AM

A candle was lit by Hunter Cruz on July 2, 2017 7:28 PM

A candle was lit by Netanya Johnson on July 2, 2017 4:10 PM

Message from Jacqueline Edmon

Sending my heartfelt condolences to the Ando family. I will truly miss you Mrs. Ando.

Message from Michael Clinton

Lucy I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She and your dad were Staples in this little town we call Hessville. Sending God's love and light to you and Dar and your families.

A candle was lit by Hailey on July 2, 2017 1:50 PM

Message from Judy Morales

Your mom was always sweet, caring and kind me. After wrecking on my bike and scratching up my face, I visited the candy store and she told me to apply aloe to my face. She broke off a piece of her aloe plant and gave it to me. She told me to squeeze the aloe directly on the scabs and it would help heal and not cause scars on my face.i did this and I do not have any scars because of it. I will never forget that!!! Thank you so much Joy.

A candle was lit by Brianna English on July 2, 2017 1:31 PM

A candle was lit by Jose on July 2, 2017 1:18 PM

Message from Nathan

Miss Josephine was such an huge part of not just my childhood but every child I knew in Hessville. She was always so kind and patient with every person I ever saw her come in contact with. She knew all of us by name and seemed to care for us all. Most kids I knew, now grown, would even make it a point to stop in with their kids or just say hello from time to time when visiting from out of town. I know many of us will be keeping her family in our thoughts. RIP.

A candle was lit by Ann Lewis-Jovanovich on July 2, 2017 11:48 AM

Message from Bob Lewis

My condolences to the Ando family. Like so many others that grew up in Hessville, 'the gift shop' and tbe friendly faces in it will always be a pleasant memory.

A candle was lit by Justin keaton on July 2, 2017 11:15 AM

A candle was lit by Ashley gething on July 2, 2017 10:54 AM

A candle was lit by Reyna McClurg on July 2, 2017 10:39 AM

A candle was lit by Renee Ogle Eakins on July 2, 2017 10:04 AM

Message from Christine Welches & family

Very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady who will always be remembered as a happy part of my childhood.

Message from Jim Matonovich

Sorry for your loss. I grew up in Hessville and frequently visited Country Images as a kid. Have great memories of her selling candy and garbage pail kids cards . RIP Josephine

A candle was lit by Christine Welches & family on July 2, 2017 9:50 AM

Message from Armando Flores

I want to say sorry for her passing. She was huge part of my childhood growing up. Country Images was my favorite hessville spot and she was so wonderful to me and my friends. I bought my first comics there. Best pizza and i loved the slushies. I still talk about those memories.... my heart goes out to the family.... rest in paradise

A candle was lit by Iliana Martinez on July 2, 2017 8:55 AM

Message from Erica Fisher

Always a sweet woman my kids loved visiting her shop. She's united with her son Stevie now. ❤️

A candle was lit by Danielle Poer on July 2, 2017 7:59 AM

A candle was lit by Maksimik family. on July 2, 2017 7:11 AM

Message from David Maksimik

Bob and Darlene . Josephine was amazing kind, went to school with my grandma. Let me run magic tournaments, help her at the shop anywhere in the store. Make each other laugh was and will always be family. Visited them last year. She will always be in our hearts. Remember the joy she brought us the rest of our lives. Love David.

A candle was lit by Rosalinda Alcala on July 2, 2017 12:41 AM

A candle was lit by Tiffany Stewart on July 2, 2017 12:21 AM

A candle was lit by Marcus Jones on July 2, 2017 12:07 AM

A candle was lit by Warren on July 2, 2017 12:02 AM

A candle was lit by J. DeJesus on July 1, 2017 11:40 PM

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My condolences to the entire family. I know its been said but i have to repeat it as well. She was a big part of my childhood. And then a part of my son. I would go get candy and my son would get garbage pale card's. We would be in there for a long time & we would have good conversations with Josephine. Thats how i learned we had the same name diffrent spelling. God bless her & you all
Sincerely Josefina

A candle was lit by Carrie Darnell Forbes on July 1, 2017 9:40 PM

A candle was lit by Carol Wellhausen on July 1, 2017 9:24 PM

Message from Carol Wellhausen

I'm SOO sorry Janet...my prayers will be with u.🙏🏼

Message from Carol Wellhausen

I'm SOO sorry Janet...my prayers will be with u.🙏🏼

A candle was lit by Janice Gil on July 1, 2017 8:40 PM

A candle was lit by Fay Ferrer Pulido on July 1, 2017 8:33 PM

Message from One of the kids of Country Images

All of my friends would always hang out at Country Images to play video games, read comic books, and buy candy. She will remain a part of my nostalgic childhood memories, the good, positive, and warm ones that foster only feelings of kindness, warmth, and love.

A candle was lit by One of the many children who hung out at Country Ima on July 1, 2017 8:22 PM

A candle was lit by Shanon Marcum on July 1, 2017 7:34 PM

Message from Lee,Gerald and Sandy Nedreau

Sorry for your loss, Josephine and Rex and Sylvia were neighbors for years. Our condolences

A candle was lit by Joe and cindy porras on July 1, 2017 4:37 PM

Message from Roy Rogers

loved her like my mother

Message from from the nedreaus

sorry for your loss she was a good lady and nebor rip josephine

A candle was lit by Heather Hanas on July 1, 2017 3:46 PM

Message from Rich Colvin

Sorry to hear about your mom Dar. She was a wonderful lady.

A candle was lit by Dorie Williams Scheffer on July 1, 2017 3:35 PM

Message from Christopher Hill

She was such a huge part of many kids childhood in Hessville, RIP

A candle was lit by Christopher Hill on July 1, 2017 3:23 PM

Message from JACQUE GLOVER

SO SAD DAR, ANGELS TO HEAL YOU AND YOURS!

A candle was lit by JACQUE GLOVER on July 1, 2017 3:07 PM

Message from Geri Fromm

Many blessings and heartfelt sympathies to a wonderful woman, and a great scout leader! Always in my prayers!

Message from Janet Kruse- Victor

Dar , sad to hear of your Moms passing. She will be missed for sure. Such fond memories of her💜💜