Josephine Schirado

Josephine Schirado, 91, Glen Ullin, died September 12, 2014. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, September 16, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Glen Ullin, ND, with Rev. Jeffrey Zwack officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Glen Ullin. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Monday, September 15, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Glen Ullin, where a vigil/rosary will begin at 7:00 pm. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Josephine Therisa Filibeck "Josie" Schirado was born March 19, 1923, in Glen Ullin, ND, the eighth of eleven children born to John and Margaret Fetter Filibeck. She grew up on the family farm now the Ray/Rick Filibeck farm east of Glen Ullin. Josephine attended local schools including Dickinson State College where she earned a teaching certificate. On August 29, 1944, she married Richard Schirado, the love of her life. The couple made their home on the Katie Schirado home north of Glen Ullin until 1979 when they built a home in Glen Ullin and moved from the farm. Richard and Josie were blessed with seven children, Judie Phil Miller, Lila James Dixon, SanDee Howard Wehri, Dick Deb Schirado, Shelly Schirado, Gaylen Tammy Schirado, and Carmen Pat Arhur. Josie taught locally for a short time before and after her marriage. Her involvement in church and community activities was a testament to her love for life and dedication to her faith. She was involved in Christian Mothers in Haymarsh and Glen Ullin and served as president in both organizations for many years. She taught CCD at Sacred Heart in Glen Ullin and was also involved in church choir and bible group and served as eucharistic minister and lector. In 1982, the Richard Schirado family was chosen by the Knights of Columbus as the family of the year. Josie not only lived her faith, but her faith and love for God were her identity. Always a teacher at heart, she never missed a "teachable moment" to creatively demonstrate a life lesson. To those who knew her well, she was fondly called the "Gadget Lady," finding ways to simplify her work. She loved to garden and was known for the bread and strudle she made, as well as her homemade salad dressing. Her love for adventure and insatiable curiosity and eagerness to learn and try new ideas remained with her throughout her 91 years, as did her delightful and contagious sense of humor. Having an incredible gift of hospitality, friends and family always felt at home at Josie's and were invited to "stay for dinner." She was an avid entertainer with her many games and puzzles to occupy guests and visitors. Not one to hold a grudge, Josie was quick to forgive and seek forgiveness from anyone she might have harmed. She embodied strength and gentleness. Josie died on September 12, 2014, surrounded by her children whom she dearly loved and who will miss her. She left behind 17 grandchildren who share many moments and fond memories of their beloved "Gramma Jo" and 23 great-grandchildren. Among those who welcomed her on the other side were her husband, Richard; her parents; her ten siblings; Rose Rausch, Nick, Martin, Agnes Gietzen, Ray, Johnny, Margaret Geck, Paul, Bob, and Darlene Tibor; and two infant grandchildren.

Josephine Schirado

March 19, 1923 - September 12, 2014