Josephine L. Park

Josephine (Jo) Lorraine Park, 99, of New Brighton, passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning, July 12, 2025.

Jo was born March 17, 1926, in Rathmel, PA.  She was the daughter of the late Charles and Edna (Melton) London.  She was a 1943 graduate of Reynoldsville High School where she met the love of her life, Anthony.  She was a faithful member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where she was a choir member and deacon for many years.  She was employed by Montgomery Ward in Beaver Falls, PA and also the New Brighton 5 and 10 until her retirement.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Anthony Park, a daughter, Rosalie Tanner, brothers Lyman, Leonard and Percy London, and a sister, Maxine Halowell.

Jo is survived by her granddaughters Cindy Tanner (John Lucic), Linda (Jason) Natali, great grandchildren Nolan and Aidan Natali, son-in-law George (Shirley) Tanner nieces Alice Kyle and Cathy Santillo, and her devout canine companion, Stella.

One of Jo’s greatest pleasures were her granddaughters whom she guided and loved through their lives after the passing of their mother.  She also took immense pride in her great grandchildren whom she was able to watch grow and mature.  Jo was an accomplished seamstress who created many formal dresses of her own design for her granddaughters dances and other events.  She also enjoyed cooking for weekly Sunday dinners for her family.

Jo will be remembered as a kind and generous woman who lived her life as an inspiration to others.  Her hands were always busy helping others whether it was making a meal for someone, offering a listening ear, or simply showing up when it mattered most.  She taught by example that the greatest gift we can give is love without condition or judgement.  Her selfless attitude and warm heart will live with all who have known her.

The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Robert Palguta and his staff at New Covenant Family Practice and all other medical professionals who provided for her care.  We would also like to thank all of the members of her church family who she loved dearly and were always available in times of need.

Friends will be received Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 5 to 8 pm at the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton, PA.  A service will be held Thursday, July 17, 2025 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 115 North Mercer Avenue, New Brighton, PA, 15066 at noon with a short viewing prior to the service at 11 am.  Online condolences may be sent to jjsprattfh.com.