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Josefina’s life was a radiance that spanned continents, generations, and spirits; her journey stands as a testament to devotion, warmth, and indomitable family unity.

With profound admiration and loving remembrance, the family of Josefina Gonzalez Perez announces her peaceful passing on August 11, 2026, in Fort Myers, Florida, at the extraordinary age of 96. Born on April 15, 1930, in Altagracia de Orituco, Venezuela, Josefina’s life was a radiance that spanned continents, generations, and spirits; her journey stands as a testament to devotion, warmth, and indomitable family unity.

From humble beginnings in Altagracia de Orituco, Josefina grew into the esteemed matriarch whose embrace extended far beyond her immediate kin. As a home-maker, she shaped a sanctuary of love, laughter, and steadfast values. In her presence, all sensed the quiet strength of a true leader—one who set the tone for her family by example: always happy, deeply spiritual, and bound by Catholic faith. Compassion for elders was woven into the very fabric of her being, and her home was a source of gentleness, wisdom, and unwavering support.

Josefina’s identity was intimately entwined with her family, whom she led with grace and affection. Though she did not frequently cook, each meal she prepared was a heartfelt offering, savored and cherished by those fortunate enough to gather around her table. The beach house serves in every memory as a haven where laughter rippled in the air and her loved ones, united under her gaze, found joy in the simplest moments—a testament to Josefina’s belief in the unsurpassed value of togetherness.

Her legacy is carried forward by her devoted children: sons, Luis Felipe Diez and Luis Eduardo Diez; her beloved daughter, Jacqueline Gonzalez de Quintero; her cherished daughters-in-law and sons-in-law, Suanne Ware-Diaz and Alexander Quintero. In her grandchildren—Brianna Diaz Zeppa, Daniel Alejandro Quintero, and Luis Alejandro Quintero—her spirit continues to inspire and nurture, their lives indelibly enriched by her presence, guidance, and love.

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In her presence, all sensed the quiet strength of a true leader—one who set the tone for her family by example: always happy, deeply spiritual, and bound by Catholic faith.

In mourning, yet also in profound gratitude, Josefina’s family remembers those who preceded her in death: her father, Eusebio Gonzalez, and her mother, Consuelo Perez. The values instilled by these ancestors echo through the generations, kept vibrantly alive by Josefina’s passionate stewardship.

To honor her remarkable life, visitation will take place on August 22, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 4320 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33966. A burial will follow on August 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at Charlotte Memorial Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematory, 9400 Indian Spgs Cemetery Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950.

Josefina Gonzalez Perez’s story is one of enduring love, joyful leadership, and a faith that illuminated every heart she touched. Her laughter, her compassion, and her wisdom will resonate always—a legacy a grateful family now treasures and carries forth.