Josephine B. Forgianni, 90, of Kenosha, passed away on the afternoon of Saturday, October 10, 2009, at Sheridan Medical Complex. She was born November 18, 1918, in Mason City, IA, to Nicholas and Antonnette (Barbario) Scalise. She lived in the Plymouth Location near Ironwood, Upper Michigan, as a child where her father worked in an open pit iron mine. The family moved to Kenosha in the early 20’s where she attended Kenosha schools. During World War II Josephine worked at Moriarity’s and until she met the love of her life Raymond A. Forgianni, Sr. They were married on May 30, 1948. He preceded her in death in 1970. Josephine, in addition to being a homemaker, had a keen sense of financial management, loved to tend to her flowers and closely followed local politics. She is survived by her son, Ray A. Forgianni, Jr. (Carole Chiappetta) of Kenosha; the joy and pride of her life, her grand-daughters, Andrea Forgianni of Oak Creek, WI, and Gina Forgianni of Chicago, IL; and one brother, Leon Scalise of Kenosha. Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents and husband, are three sisters, Marion Knutell, Caroline Scalise, and Carmel Witke; and a brother, Tony Scalise. In accordance with her wishes, a private funeral service was held.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Josephine's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com