Josephine Santina (Robino) Fanelli, age 100 of Millville, NJ, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2026.

Born on February 11, 1926, in Camden, NJ, Josephine lived a remarkable century filled with love, family, faith, memories, and friendships. She married the love of her life, Carmen John Fanelli on February 9, 1947, and they resided in Audubon, NJ. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, aunt and dear friend. Throughout her remarkable century of life, she touched countless hearts with her kindness, strength, wisdom and generous spirit.

Josephine’s greatest joy was her family. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Vicki Sandefer (Dennis), Bernadette Araujo, (Gordon), son, Ronald Fanelli (Kathy) and daughter-in-law, Christine Fanelli (Carmen Fanelli Jr., deceased). She was the proud grandmother of 12 grandchildren, great grandmother of 28 great grandchildren and great-great grandmother to one great-great grandchild. She also leaves behind several beloved nieces and nephews and many dear friends who will cherish their memories.

Josephine was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carmen, mother, Josephine Robino, father, Frank Robino, son, Carmen Fanelli, Jr, granddaughter, Gina Tshibaka, sisters, Vincenza Bubbico, Rose Pitoscia, Mary Marini, Mildred Lapergola, and brothers, Anthony Robino and Frank Robino.

Josephine’s 100 years were a testament of the enduring power of family and love. She lived a life filled with treasured memories, cherished friendships, and the love of family. She witnessed a century of change and embraced each chapter with grace and determination. Her stories, laughter, traditions and unconditional love will remain a lasting part of the lives of all who knew her. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy that will continue through generations she helped nurture and the countless lives she touched. She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered and forever cherished. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family for generations to come.

“A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered”

Friends may pay their respect on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:00 at Barr Funeral Home, 2104 E. Main St, Millville, NJ. A prayer service will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Jude’s Children Hospital in Josephine’s name.