Josephine Malkoski

June 16, 1931 - February 5, 2021

Josephine “Josie” Malkoski, 89, went to be with the Lord on February 5, 2021. She was born on June 16, 1931 in Aliquippa, PA to the late Ivan and Katie Kirin. Josie is preceded in death by her beloved husband: John “Whitey” Malkoski. Siblings: Ann Cofer, Matthew Kirin, Tommy Kirin, and Frank Kirin. Son-in-law: Bob Decker. She is survived by 3 children: Cathy Decker, Tom (Valerie Doughty) Malkoski, Tammie (Terry) Blake. Grandchildren: Bob (Jamie) Decker, Tyler (Madison) Blake, Cole Blake, Garrett Blake, and great- granddaughter: Riley Decker. Sister: Agnes Pavletic. Sister-in-law: Norma Kirin. She is also survived by Randy Miller who was like a second son to her and Carrie and Niki Doughty, and Jayce Jones, who were all like grandchildren to Josie. Josie is a former member of the Croatian Center Ladies Auxiliary, and the Crescent Twp. Senior Citizens. She was also a member of CFU Lodge 720, the Croatian Center of Aliquippa PA, Crescent Twp Civic Club, Glenwillard Boat Club, and Red Hatters of Moon Twp. Josie was a lifetime member of Crescent Twp Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, and 8805 Robert W. Young VFW, Auxiliary District #25. Donations can be made in Josie’s memory to St. Catherine’s of Siena Parish, Crescent Volunteer Fire Department, or Crescent Twp Civic Club. The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to Allegheny General Hospital MICU doctors and nurses for the excellent care provided to Josie. A special thanks is offered to the friends and neighbors of Crescent Blvd Ext. Josie loved the visits, waves, parades, and weekly food trucks. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 1-3 and 5-7 in the ANTHONY MASTROFRANCESCO FUNERAL HOME INC. 2026 McMinn Street Aliquippa PA 15001 724-375-0496. Service will be held Monday in the funeral home at 11 AM. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. https://www.facebook.com/mastrofrancescofh/videos/171770528041640/