Josephine Gratien

Plainfield, Indiana – Josephine A. (Woods) Gratien, passed away at home surrounded by her family, on March 18^th, 2023. Josephine was born to Harry and Mary (Fritch) Woods in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, on December 10^th, 1940. She was 82 years old.

Josephine became a registered nurse while living in Canada on October 1, 1963. After moving to the United States, she married Wayne Gratien on June 12, 1976. On October 10, 1996, in one of the proudest moments of her life, Josephine became a US Citizen.

Josephine spent her free time reading, sewing, or traveling with her husband Wayne.

Josephine is preceded in death by her loving husband, Wayne Gratien; parents Harry and Mary Woods.

She is survived by her daughters Kelly Gratien (Chanel), Karyn Bellamy (Stan); sister Violet White; and grandchildren Megan and Stephanie Bellamy.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Final arrangements and cremation were entrusted to Carlisle Branson Funeral Services. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com if you would like to sign the online guest registry or leave a cherished memory.