Josephine Elliott

Josephine “Josie” Elliott, 90, of Weirton, WV, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Wyngate Senior Living Community in Weirton. 

Josie was born on September 18, 1936, one of two daughters born to Joseph and Mildred Visnic Berlenge. 

Raised in the North End of Weirton, Josie developed a lifelong love for her hometown, its people, and the friendships she made along the way. A 1954 graduate of Weir High School, she continued her education with the University of Dayton, where she earned her undergraduate degree, and later received her master’s degree from the College of Steubenville, now known as Franciscan University of Steubenville. 

Josie enjoyed a successful 35-year career with Weirton Steel Corporation, working in the Employee Benefits Department. Her intelligence, attention to detail, and genuine concern for others made her especially well-suited for a career devoted to helping people navigate their benefits and insurance needs. Following her retirement from Weirton Steel, she continued putting those talents to good use, working alongside Bill Blakemore at Your Insurance Advisors in Weirton. 

One of the most memorable days of Josie’s life began with a blind date. Accompanied by friends, she attended a Pittsburgh Pirates baseball game at Three Rivers Stadium, where she met Charles “Chuck” Elliott. What began as an afternoon at the ballpark blossomed into a beautiful love story. On June 22, 1983, Chuck and Josie were married. 

Together, Chuck and Josie made the most of life. Whether traveling, spending time outdoors hunting deer and fishing, or cheering on their favorite teams, they simply enjoyed being together. Their shared love of sports made them familiar faces at Weir High football and basketball games, as well as West Virginia University sporting events. 

Josie had a special way of making people feel welcome and appreciated. Blessed with a warm smile, a sharp mind, and a generous heart, she was always quick to offer a kind word, a sincere compliment, or a helping hand.  

 Josie loved her neighbors, and her home became a favorite gathering place for the children in the neighborhood. She had a natural ability to connect with people of all ages, making friends wherever she went.  

Josie nourished her Catholic faith as a parishioner of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church in Weirton, where she also participated in the Christian Mothers. She enjoyed the fellowship and friendships she developed through her involvement with the the International Senior Club, and the Three Score Seniors. 

In addition to her parents, Josie was preceded in death by her sister Amelia ” Millie” Fillipone 

Josie will be remembered with love by her husband Charles “Chuck” Elliott; her brother-in-law, Floyd Elliott; her sister-in-law, Shirley Jenkins; and her nieces and nephews. 

Visitation will be Monday from 12 Noon until 1 PM at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV where her funeral will start at 1 PM at the funeral home. 

Rev. Fr. Dennis R. Schuelkens Jr. will preside. 

Interment will follow at Saint Paul’s Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church 229 California Avenue Weirton, WV 26062 

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