passed away on July 16, 2017 at the age of 94. Josephine Kauzlarich was born in Centerville, Iowa. Jo was known for her sweet demeanor, warm heart and unwavering faith. In 1946, Jo married returning WWII soldier Ed McConville. Together they moved their family from Iowa to Phoenix, Arizona in 1956. Jo worked as a secretary while raising her family. She shared a full life with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and many family friends. Jo is preceded in death by her husband Ed and survived by her three children: Jan Houser, Mike McConville (Lois) and Mary Evans (Mike); four grandchildren: Michelle Houser, Mark Williams (Meg), Katy McCrum (Eric) and Maggie McConville and four great grandchildren: Dylan Hollins, Emily Hollins, Josie Williams and Teddy Williams. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00AM Thursday, July 27, 2017 in the St. Ignatius Chapel at St. Francis Xavier Church, 4715 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012. Burial will follow at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Jo’s memory can be made to Catholic Education Arizona at http://catholiceducationarizona.org.
Del and Gail Etter
Jan, Mike and Mary, so sorry to hear of your mom,s passing. I remember her fondly from the Coronado Road days. from reading the obituary she has a nice family legacy to pass along. As I recall she was always a happy positive person. I’m sure she lived her whole life that way and was a source of great joy to you and all the family.
Gail and I won’t be able to attend the Services, but we want to express our sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family.
Del and Gail Etter
Johnny Brownlie
Jan, Mike, Mary and Family,
I cannot express fully my appreciation for what Grams(Jo) meant to me. As a child some of my fondest memories occurred with and around Grams and her home. Whether it was a Halloween brew being cooked up, a nighttime fire in the back, a college football pool, or playing cards in the living room, everyone was always welcome. I loved the time I got to spend around her and Gramps. Both of them made a positive impact on my life and many more I’m sure.
Although Grams may be gone physically, her kindness towards others is the gift that will stand the test of time, through your family and mine. She will forever have a place in my heart.
Thoughts and prayers,