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Domenic Gianfrancesco Obituary

GIANFRANCESCO, DOMENIC M., 83, of Huxley Avenue passed away peacefully Tuesday July 29, 2008 surrounded by his loving wife and children at Miriam Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Italia (Petrarca) Gianfrancesco. They were happily married for 53 years.

Born in Italy, he was the devoted son of the late Giacomo and Lauretta (SanGiuliano) Gianfrancesco.

During his lifetime Mr. Gianfrancesco was an owner of several businesses including Gianfrancesco Market, Louis' Restaurant and Geneva Diner. He was an active member of the Fontegreca Social Club, Sons of Italy and the Lymansville Post 10011. He also was a WWII Army Veteran.

Besides his wife he is survived by his children Anthony Gianfrancesco Esq. of North Providence, Mario Gianfrancesco of Burrillville, Annamarie Turco of Lincoln and Gina Gomes of North Providence; he is also survived by his 11 grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Louis Gianfrancesco and Mary DiGianfilippo.

His funeral will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from the A.A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, 200 Hawkins Street, Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Pius V Church, Eaton Street, Providence. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 p.m. Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, donations made to VFW, 1 Capitol Hill, Providence, RI 02908, would be appreciated. www.marianiandson.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 30, 2008.

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a grandchild

August 8, 2008

Papa,
we all miss you so much...more than words can ever say. You were such an amazing person. I'm really going miss talking with you and listening to your smart advice. It seems as though the family is missing our most important and valued part. You were like our shining star. But, I know you are watching over all of us...and will continue to. Our great memories of you will live on in our hearts forever. We love you so much angel. Rest in Peace.

August 7, 2008

Italia, we were so sorry to hear about Dominic's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Frank, Camile, and Jo-Anne

August 7, 2008

Italia, Anthony, Annmarie, Mario, Gina

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May each special memory shine in your heart and bring you peace.
With Deepest Sympathy

Carol and David Lombardi

August 3, 2008

Dear Gianfrancesco Family,
We are deeply sadden to hear of your loss,may it comfort you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you at this most difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Steven & Donna Lombardi

Christina & David Groccia

August 1, 2008

Anthony and Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Dr.Angelo & Maureen Bigelli

July 31, 2008

Anthony, Linda,& family, our family wishes to express our sincere sympathy for the loss of your father during this difficult time. May God watch over him and bless your family.Deepest sympathy

Rachael and John Miranda

July 30, 2008

Anthony, Annamaria, Mario and Gina:

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. We know he was a wonderful father to you all and a sweet kind man that you will dearly miss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Barbara Dietch

July 30, 2008

Anthony and AnnMarie:

My sincere thoughts of sympathy are with your entire family at this awful time of loss. May you find peace and comfort as your strength in family and your faith surround you.

All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Barbara Dietch, Mel's former secretary

Mohamed Sefiani

July 30, 2008

Please accept my respect and deepest sympathy in these difficult times.
We are to God and to God we shall return.
May God bless you all.

Steve & Claire Puleo

July 30, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

July 30, 2008

Gina, Talia, AnnMarie and Family...Our deepest condolences in the loss of your father/husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Paula & David Iannucci

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