Saratoga Springs, NY -Josephine Martinez Raucci passed into the arms of the Lord on January 22, 2016.

Born on August 7, 1926 in Saratoga Springs to the late Thomas and Rose Smaldone Martinez, Josephine attended the Saratoga Springs School system. Married to her loving husband, Joseph P. Raucci, in 1947 until his death in 2009, she became a lifelong homemaker, a true labor of love. Her greatest joys were spending time with her family and many close friends; her two precious dogs, the late Caesar and for the last six years her baby Sheba; summer picnics under her patio; holidays, especially the Christmas season; enjoying her yard work; watching old movies; shopping; and probably her greatest love, cooking pasta and other delectables from her unique Italian recipes. She loved the big band music of World War II and historical programs from that era. Josephine touched many lives throughout her life with her always giving and helpful ways.  She truly lived the scripture, " It is better to give than receive".  She was a communicant of Christian Restoration Ministries, Saratoga Springs, pastored by her son, Patrick Roach, who survives.

She is also survived by her son, Joseph T. Raucci and his wife, Kathi; daughter-in-law, Gala; grandson, Patrick and his wife, Katie; one niece, one nephew and many cousins.

Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7pm Tuesday, January 26 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway (584-5373).

A funeral service will be conducted 10am Wednesday, January 27 at the funeral home.

Burial will follow in the family plot at St. Peter's Cemetery, West Avenue.

Donations may be made in Josephine s memory to ASPCA @ www.aspca.org/donate or Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.