Obituary

Josephine Bienick, 95, of Avilla died Sunday, June 20, 2021, at Presence Sacred Heart Home in Avilla.

She was born July 22, 1925, in New York City to Isidor and Rose (Riefler) Stockli.

On November 30, 1946, in New York City she married Joseph Bienick. He preceded her in death on June 29, 2002.

Mrs. Bienick worked for Kendallville Orthodontist, Dr. Miller for several years until his retirement. She then worked at Excel Supply for 27 years, retiring in 2012 at the age of 85.

Surviving are two daughters, Jane McManus of Fort Myers, Florida, and Christine Bienick of Avilla; a son, Richard Bienick of Rochester, Michigan; and five grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by a brother, Henry Stockli on June 5, 1995; and a granddaughter, Anastasia McManus on July 29, 2012.

There will be no visitation or services.

Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville is assisting the family with arrangements.

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