Josephine C. “Jo” Martin, 96, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of Grandview Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 19, 2023. 

She was born on March 13, 1926 in Fairmont, WV, a daughter of the late Octavia and Carmella Trio Cornelio.

On August 7, 1948, she married the late Paul “Moe” Martin, who preceded her in death on April 9, 2004. Together they were blessed more than 56 years of marriage.

Jo was a member of Queen of the World Church. She retired from Sylvania in 1986 after many years of service, where she was also a member of the Quarter Century Club. She enjoyed playing Bingo and always looked forward to trips to the casino. Most of all, she cherished her family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by one son; Michael Martin and his wife Nancee of St. Marys; 2 grandchildren; Melissa Nicklas and Mallory Martin, and by two great-grandchildren; Rylee and Mason. She is also survived by one sister; Irene Hnath of St. Marys, and by numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and her husband, Jo was preceded in death by three brothers; Orester Cornelio, Antonio Cornelio, and Albert Cornelio, and by four sisters; Rose Garbic, Helen Cornelio, Theresa Feldbauer, and Mary Bauer.

A Memorial Service is being scheduled and will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
Burial will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Pinecrest Manor Activities Fund.

Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com