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LORAIN – Paul DiFrancesco, 85, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Friday, January 15, 2016 at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Lorain, OH.
Paul was born in Lorain, OH on July 23, 1930 to his loving parents, Erminio and Rachel (nee: Paoloemilio) DiFrancesco.
He graduated from Lorain High School in 1948. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1950 and was honorably discharged in 1954. Paul worked as a carpenter at U.S. Steel for 30 years and opened his own business, DiFrancesco Garage Door Company, which he ran for 38 years. Paul was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was an avid poker player, gardener, traveler and good friend to many. He was a member of the Community of Saint Peter in Cleveland.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Ann Terrece "Terry" DiFrancesco; son, David (Laura) DiFrancesco; grandsons, Christopher Donald and Alexander Paul; brothers, Angelo Marino (Marge) and Franklin "Frankie" DiFrancesco; sister, Delores Tompkins; brother-in-law, John Hook; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, Godchildren and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Erminio and Rachel DiFrancesco; sisters, Christina (Matt) DelGrosso and Anita (George) Churpek-Hook; brother, Arthur Steven (Viola)
DiFrancesco; sister-in-law, Barbara Ice; and brother-in-law, Walter Tompkins.
The family will receive friends at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2150 Broadway, Lorain (440) 244-1961 on Sunday, January 17, 2016 from 2:00 – 6:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, January 18, 2016 at the funeral home with Rev. Robert J. Marrone, D. Min., officiating. Christian burial services will be held at Calvary Cemetery in Lorain where military honors will be performed by the U.S. Air Force.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Community of Saint Peter, 7100 Euclid Ave, Suite 125, Cleveland, OH 44103.
Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.
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Judy Martin
January 16, 2017
Terri and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I know what you are going through. Defran and Harold were such good friends.
mike bozsoki
January 20, 2016
Sorry for your loss, Mr. Difran was a great guy ! Always enjoyed new years day football/ poker games as well as Friday night poker games ! My condolences. The Bozsoki family
Sue DiFrancesco
January 18, 2016
Aunt Terry, David and Laura, Christopher and Alex,
Sending my deepest sympathy to all of you. So sad to hear of his passing. I always enjoyed Uncle Paul and know he will be missed.
Sue DiFrancesco
Dick and Rosemary Schuler
January 16, 2016
There are no words that will convey the sadness in our hearts at the loss of such a special friend. We are blessed that God gave us the opportunity to have Paul and Terry in our lives.
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Antonette Burch
January 16, 2016
Terri, David & family,
We were so very sorry to hear about Paul. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. If we can help in any way please let us know. Paul was a really great guy. He will be deeply missed.
Antonette & Family
Cynthia Stanziano
January 16, 2016
Dear Terry and family, all of you have my sincere condolences. Paul was a wonderful person. May God,your family, and friends help all of during this sad and difficult time. Love, Cindy Stanziano
January 16, 2016
Hello Terri
So sorry to hear about Pauly, as you know I have known you and Pauly all of my life, I knew he was ill but did not know the extent, I you need anything please let me know
At this time I am sure that many things are on your mind, this will pass, I know
see you tomorrow
Mary Di Francesco D'Orazio
Cathie McPhie
January 15, 2016
Paul was one of my dad's growing up. Great man, great cousin. Love to Terry, David and family. RIP Paul.
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