28 Entries
Lisa McCarthy-MacRae
July 13, 2008
To the Avila and Pilato Families and to Diane, Bill, Amy and Nicole,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Francine. I know how much you are missing her but memories of the happy times you shared will help to see you through the coming days. She is at peace and always near the ones she loved. Wishing I could be there to give you all a hug. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
jim & lorriane rogers
July 2, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Michelle Valcourt
June 30, 2008
Joanne -
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister.. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
MaryAnn McNamara
June 29, 2008
Dear Gina, Your entry, thanking family & friends and sharing a bit about your Mom is, in itself a tribute to her. In the few minutes I interacted with her at the hospital that time, it was evident what a strong woman she was and how much her family meant to her. She did a remarkable job at raising an equally remarkable daughter. I'm so sorry for your loss and you & your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Angelo Iannuzzo
June 29, 2008
To the Pilato Family,
So sorry for the loss of such a lovely girl. I have so many memories of leaning on the fence on Kinsman St, chatting with Francine about everything under the sun. Her wonderful laugh will remain in my heart forever. God bless your wonderful family.
Fran, you were and will always be loved so very much
Barb DeSouza
June 29, 2008
Dear Gina & Fran's entire family,
My deepest condolences to you all on the loss of such a beautiful woman. She and Stitch were like second parents to me growing up. "Mom" was always there to lend an ear, give a hug, share a funny story, share a cup of coffee (of course!!) and just show you love. Her warmth and love brought such comfort to all who were blessed to have known her.
I have so many fond memories of special times with the family ... including the aunts, uncles, cousins, Rose ... and I will always cherish each of you. Your family is so strong and loving, and I pray you will lean on God and each other to bring you through this. My heart is with you.
Love you,
Barbara (Blacker) DeSouza
- or as Fran called me, "That Barb!"
Rest In Peace, Mom. xo
Heather Doglass & Peter Kelleher
June 29, 2008
Stitch & Gina
I am so sorry to hear about Fran,She was a great person.I will always remember her, I loved sitting and talking to her at the cookouts at Lisa & Georges house and as she would say Lisa & Spooks house . We all will miss her.
L Dube
June 28, 2008
Dear Georgine, Jack, Jackie, Jimmy, and all of Fran’s loving family,
I am so glad that I had the pleasure of meeting Fran through you, Georgine. I will always treasure my memories of learning to make crafts with Fran and you. Fran was so loving and such fun to be with, and she always had something nice to say about everyone. I called Fran not so long ago to ask a sewing question, and she was so helpful and kind to me. She talked about how much she loved her family and how she loved being a grandmother.
Georgine, you always mentioned how much you enjoyed shopping with Fran, your other sisters, and your mother, and I am glad you have those beautiful times to remember. I know how much your family will miss her.
I feel very fortunate to have met such a giving, beautiful woman as Fran through you, Georgine. She touched many people in so many ways, and we can all be thankful that we had the pleasure of knowing her and enjoying her good nature and kindness.
Dennis and I send our love and prayers to you and your family.
Love,
Lorraine and Dennis Dube (Pelham)
Cathy Manning
June 28, 2008
Gina and Family.
I am so sorry, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Blacker
Gina Avila
June 28, 2008
Aloha to my wonderful family...I can't begin to tell all of you how much my mother shared with me so many stories and feelings from her heart about all of you while I took care of her. I believe in her mind she was reflecting on how special and honored she was to have such a blessed life, which was painted with memories all of you have given her...I wouldn't have been able to do this if it wasn't for all of your strong support and love. I too, feel very honored to have you as my family...I love all of you very much and you are all in my heart. I know she is looking down on all of us smiling and at peace. Love, Gina Beana, aka "the bean"
ann lamberti
June 28, 2008
dear stitch,gina ,butch and family, I am so sorry that fran is no longer with us. The days ahead will be tough , but just let your heart and head remember al the good times.
with love and deep sympathies, ann lamberti, wells maine.
The Mooney's
June 28, 2008
Gina,
Your mother was a beautiful, amazing, strong woman who will be missed. She loved you dearly and was very proud of you. She will be with you in your heart always.
Love,
LEO & JOANN CALHOUN
June 27, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 27, 2008
June 27, 2008
kevin Souza
June 27, 2008
To My Family:
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Auntie Fran. It really took me, and I think everyone by surprise at how quickly it came. She will be greatly missed and she leaves behind a family that loves her very much.
Love,
Kevin Patrick
Olivetti and Fonzarelli- Sisters forever
June 27, 2008
Fran's husband Stich for over 40 years
June 27, 2008
Son Butch and Mary
June 27, 2008
Her Gina Bina-best friend and daughter
June 27, 2008
My sister Fonzarelli- Love you Ollie
June 27, 2008
Fran and her Bogie
June 27, 2008
Gail Ward
June 27, 2008
To the Pilato Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Francine's passing. Georgine, I know how close you were to her and I always enjoyed hearing about the many adventures the two of you had. I pray that your many happy memories bring you some comfort during this time of grief.
Sincerely,
Gail Ward
Marleene Hoag
June 27, 2008
Gina,
I cannot begin to express how sorry I am for the loss you and your family are going through.
My thoughs and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time!
Love,
Marleene
Florence White
June 27, 2008
Dear Cousin Richard and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Francine's passing. I know what it is to lose a loved one ,please except our condolences. Our prayers are with you all.
Anne Marie Martin
June 27, 2008
To all of Francine's family,
Our hearts are full of sorrow to hear of her passing. What a wonderful person. She will be sadly missed. We will keep her in our hearts and our prayers.
Friends,
Anne Marie & Bob Martin
Nicole Santos (McCarthy)
June 27, 2008
To My Family:
I love all of you. We are all so lucky to have each other. I am very grateful for being so close to my family and always having them there to talk to or console me.
Stitch, Gina:
I love you very much. You guys made Aunt Fran's last year her happiest I think. You were always there for her at every minute that she needed.
She is looking down on us with Papa George and is looking over all of us. I am gonna miss her very much and it will take time to heal, but she is pain free now and in a better place. It happened very quickly and I just wish we all had more time, but it was her time.
I love all of you so very much
Tricia Lorrey Dowling
June 27, 2008
Jackie and George
I am shocked and sad to hear that Francine passed away. She was a great person and I know a wonderful sister to all of you. I have great memories of her with her crocheting and sewing. She could make anything out of a scrap of material.. I can still remember sitting in your mothers yard just talking with her when we were growing up. Always keep her smiling face and memories close to your heart.
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