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Josephine Margaret Hickey, beloved resident of Ballston Lake, passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and dedicated service as a nurse. Known as Josie and Rose, she fostered strong family bonds and embraced her passions, including cooking and nature. She is fondly remembered by her children, grandchildren, and her unwavering spirit despite life’s challenges. A funeral mass is scheduled to honor her life and contributions.
Ballston Lake, New York — Josephine Margaret (Delich) Hickey, a celebrated resident of Ballston Lake, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on April 9, 1937, she was surrounded by her loving family during her last moments.
Josephine, affectionately known as Josie and Rose, was a devoted mother to three children: Betsy (Mark) St. Pierre of New York, Jane (Mark) Lukshis of Irmo, South Carolina, and Chuck (Barbara) Hickey of Goshen, Kentucky. Her family also includes several grandchildren, notably Jenna, Carly (Nick) Ragosta, and Danielle St. Pierre (Anatoli Chichov), along with her great-grandchildren and special relationships as a godmother to Jenna St. Pierre, Caitlin (Hickey) Graham, and Jennifer (Dischel) Cornelius. She shared a close bond with her sister-in-law, Mary Alice Hickey, who provided her with daily correspondence that encouraged Josie’s spiritual well-being.
Josie was proud of her roots in Palmerton, Pennsylvania, where she completed her nursing education at the Sacred Heart School of Nursing. Her career as a nurse spanned various departments, notably in the Emergency Room at Palmerton Hospital and Framingham Union Hospital in Massachusetts. She also served as a school nurse in Ashland, Massachusetts, where she and her husband raised their three children after marrying in 1958.
Throughout her life, Josie actively participated in her children’s activities and shared her husband Charlie’s enthusiasm for sports, particularly encouraging support for Penn State, the New England Patriots, and the Boston Red Sox. She and Charlie instilled in their family a strong work ethic, the importance of fun, and a sense of community and neighborly love. After retiring, the couple moved to Sandwich, Cape Cod, where they embraced the beauty of the ocean and all it offered.
Josephine’s rich life was marked by her hobbies and passions, including exceptional skills in cooking, sewing, and knitting, as well as a love for playing Scrabble. A true lover of nature, she cherished the serenity during beach walks, watching sunsets, and indulging in seafood. She carried an enduring spirit, remembered fondly through her appreciation of sunsets, ocean waves, and the starkness of New England winters.
Josie faced significant loss during her life, being preceded in death by her husband Charlie in 2016, her parents, 13 siblings, and her grandson Matthew. Despite these pains, her legacy continues through her family and friends, who fondly remember her compassion and warmth.
The family expresses their gratitude to The Home of the Good Shepherd staff, The Wesley Community, and The Community Hospice of Saratoga Springs for their compassionate care during this challenging time.
A Funeral Mass in honor of Josephine Margaret Hickey will be held at Christ the King Parish in Mashpee, Massachusetts, on August 4, 2025, at 11 a.m. Following the service, she will be laid to rest at the Massachusetts National Cemetery at 12:45 p.m. Friends and family may share online remembrances through the provided obituaries.
The obituary was published in the Cape Cod Times on July 22, 2025.
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