Josephine R. Matthews Obituary
The passing of Josephine R. Matthews of Rockford, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 10, 2026 at the age of 95. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Josephine R. Matthews to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Anthony Cascio and Rose Cascio (Pumilia); her sons, Bob and Gary Matthews; her great grandchild Jozie Pobjecky; and her siblings, Angela Eklund, Bertha Santini and Victor "Vito" Cascio.
She is survived by: her daughter Mary Jo Cooper (Phil); her grandchildren, Louis Pobjecky, Jennifer Logli (John), Erin Churchill (Bret), Philip Cooper, Steve Matthews, Andy Matthews (Yolanda), Chelsey Matthews and Gary Matthews; and her sister Mary Angileri. She is also survived by 11 great grandchildren; 6 great great grandchildren.
