Josephine TAYLOR

On May 10, 2025 with her loving family by her side.

Of Timboon.

Daughter of Gwen and Joseph Throckmorton (both dec).

Beloved wife of Geoffrey Taylor (dec).

Loved partner of Owen Reid.

Much loved and adored mother of Cheryl.

At peace now.

Her fragile body overtook her strong will and brave heart, beautiful soul and stubborn mind.

Josie will be forever loved.

Aged 73 years

*****

Family and friends of JOSEPHINE are invited to attend a Service at the Eastern Park Chapel, 271 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool on FRIDAY (May 16) commencing at 10.00am.

 The cortège will leave at the conclusion of the Service for the Tooram Memorial Park Cemetery.

Please click this link to view the livestream of Josie’s Service

Funeral Notice

ServiceMay 16, 2025 - 10:00 am271 Raglan Pde Warrnambool, VIC View MapVenue: Eastern Park Chapel

Tributes

  1. thinking of you ,Cheryl on this sad day, i have known Josie for the last 60 years and we had a lot of fun together. Missing you forever
    Love Judy Stapley

    Judy Stapley May 16, 2025

  2. Fond memories of Josie and the girls that visited Terang once a week for their coffee and cake day. She would call into the pharmacy where I worked for a laugh and chat. What a privilege to have known you Josie. My most sincere sympathy to you all. ❤️

    Narelle Carlin May 16, 2025

  3. Josie you will be fondly remembered and greatly missed. We held you in high esteem when you worked at the Kindergarten . You ensured it was spick and span at all times. Rest easy now Josie. Love from past staff and families Timboon & District Kindergarten.

    Timboon Kindergarten May 15, 2025

  4. Deepest sympathy to Cheryl & Owen on the sad loss of Josie. My thoughts are with you and your family on this very sad occassion.

    Lisa Fitzgerald May 15, 2025

  5. Condolences to Cheryl and Owen on the sad loss of Josephine. Many happy and memorable times together.
    Our thoughts are with you. The Archers, Val (dec) Graeme, Yvonne, Karen, Ken, Russell and Lynne(dec).

    Graeme Archer May 14, 2025

  6. Sending our thoughts to Cheryl and Owen on the loss of your lovely Josie
    Thinking of you from Graeme and the Archer family in Geelong 🌹🌹

    Karen Scanlon May 14, 2025

  7. Cheryl and Owen we are thinking of you xx
    We have loved seeing you all after many years So to be able to visitoften, over the past two your, has been a privilege Josie’s sense of humour, love stubbornness, all with dignity, kindness and determination, has to be admired. Stay strong Cheryl & Owen & Peanuts
    We will miss you Josie xx

    Debbie & Merv (Fancke) May 14, 2025

  8. Thinking of you Owen,Cheryl and the special boy Peanut.Your partner and caring mum Josie now at rest after a brave battle.We have been blessed to have Josie in our lives. Love alway’s. ❤️

    Colin and Wendy May 14, 2025

  9. Cheryl,Owen and Peanut. Our sincerest condolences on Josie’s passing.A dear partner and beautiful mum.Josie will be remembered as a kind and caring person. ❤️

    Love Wed's coffee girls. May 14, 2025

  10. My Deepest Sympathies Cheryl on the loss of your beautiful mum, Josie. She was a very special person, as are you.
    My thoughts are with you and your family.
    Love Ang Morgan x

    Ang Morgan May 13, 2025

  11. Our sincere Condolences to Owen and Cheryl on the loss of your beautiful Josie. She was a real true fighter, and she had a wonderful sense of humour. Josie will always be remembered by us

    Jimmy and Toni Dalziel May 13, 2025

  12. Dear Cheryl you did an amazing job looking after you darling mum and she was so very proud of you.
    R.I.P Josie 🕊️🩷

    Helen Greene May 13, 2025

  13. To Owen and Cheryl thinking of you both at this sad time. All our sympathy and love to you both,

    Bill Berry May 13, 2025

  14. Sending love and deepest sympathy to Cheryl and Owen on the passing of a beautiful lady. I am proud to have known her and will always hold fond memories. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
    Love Jill McGinness

    Jill McGinness May 13, 2025

  15. Sending love and hugs to you Cheryl on the loss of your dear Mum Josie.She will be sadly missed
    Barb Trigg

    Barb Trigg May 12, 2025

  16. Cheryl, thoughts are with you. The love, support and dedicated care you gave your mum was amazing.Not an easy thing to do but you nailed it . Josie would be proud love to you ❤️😢❤️

    Claire Noonan May 12, 2025

  17. Sending our love and sympathy for the loss of Josie. She will be missed, but will live on in our hearts x
    Heather McCracken and Paul Miller

    Heather McCracken May 12, 2025

  18. My dearest friend Josie . No one will ever know how much I will miss you. You have been my rock for a very, very long time. Our friendship has been strong for 50 years. You will be remembered forever. Rest easy now Jos there is no more pain. Hugs to Cheryl and Owen. Love always Carol T, Perry, Rusty(dec) Caleb, Josh and Zac Taylor and families.

    Carol Taylor May 12, 2025