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Josephine Barbara (Studer) Tremul Obituary

Josephine Barbara (Studer) Tremul

March 19, 1928 - January 15, 2026

Josephine Barbara (Studer) Tremul Obituary

Grove CIty, PA - TREMUL - Josephine Barbara "Josie" (Studer), age 97, of Grove City, PA, known by her family and friends as "Josie"; she passed peacefully surrounded with love on Thursday morning, Jan. 15, 2026. Josie was born in Franklin Borough, Johnstown, PA, on March 19, 1928, to Joseph Sr. and Dorothy (Klemen) Studer, first generation immigrants of Croatia. Josie graduated from Franklin High School, Johnstown, PA. She married her high school sweetheart, Dr. Joseph Tremul, also from Franklin Borough, Johnstown, PA. Together, they shared a lifelong partnership rooted in devotion, family, and shared memories. They built a warm and welcoming home filled with laughter, tradition, and love. Josie was a member of the Beloved Disciple Parish, Grove City, PA. Proud of her Croatian heritage, Josephine spoke the language fluently. She expressed her love most beautifully through baking, sharing homemade treats, which would become a treasured family tradition that carries on today. She had an adventurous spirit at heart, embracing new places and experiences throughout her life. Together with her husband, they traveled extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe, even living in Germany for about five years. Josephine was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband; and her cherished daughter, Lisa Jo Armstrong (Stoneboro, PA). She is survived by her loving children; a son, Jose Tremul, of Leland, NC; a daughter, Cecelia Underwood, of Grove City, PA; four grandchildren, Courtney Last (Michael), Wilmington, NC; Hunter Armstrong (Kayla), Sandy Lake, PA; Aaron Armstrong, Stoneboro, PA; and Mark Armstrong (Mollie), Cleveland, TX; and six great-grandchildren, who brought her endless joy and love, and pride. Many nieces and nephews also survive. Josie will be remembered for her kindness, strength, generosity, and most importantly the deep love she held for her family. Her legacy lives on in the memories she created and the many lives she touched. Online condolences at cunnninghamfhgc.com. Memorial contributions to The Church of The Beloved Disciple, 1310 S. Center St. Ext., Grove City, PA 16127. Josie's family will receive friends in Cunningham Funeral Home Inc., 306 Bessemer Ave., Grove City, on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, from 3 to 6 p.m. with a blessing service at 6 p.m. conducted by Father David Foradori. Burial will take place in Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA, at a later date.

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Grove CIty, PA - TREMUL - Josephine Barbara "Josie" (Studer), age 97, of Grove City, PA, known by her family and friends as "Josie"; she passed peacefully surrounded with love on Thursday morning, Jan. 15, 2026. Josie was born in Franklin Borough, Johnstown, PA, on March 19, 1928, to Joseph Sr. and Dorothy (Klemen) Studer, first generation immig

Published on January 16, 2026

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