Lyndhurst, New Jersey
Jun 29, 1962 – Feb 4, 2023
LYNDHURST, NJ Penny Elizabeth DeFranco, MD, 60, of Lyndhurst, NJ passed away Saturday, February 4th, at her residence. Penny was born in Phillipsburg, NJ on June 29, 1962, a daughter of the late Joan B. (Bingaman) DeFranco and Dr. Domenick DeFranco. Penny was a Nephrologist and founder of South Mountain Nephrology and was affiliated with St. Barnabas Medical Center and Clara Mass Medical Center. She was a 1980 graduate of Bangor High School and a 1985 graduate of UTESA School of Medicine. She was ranked as a top Doctor in New Jersey from 2008 - 2019. Penny was awarded the 2019 leading Physician of the World and the Top Nephrologist of New Jersey. Penny was a recipient of the 2012 Heritage Registry of Who's Who of Doctors, and had several articles published in the American Journal of Nephrology. Penny enjoyed traveling, especially all over the world, traveling to six of seven continents. Penny is survived by two sisters, Dr. Mary Ellen DeFranco and Suzy DeFranco, both of Bangor, PA, a niece Joan Fahrenkrug of Long Branch, NJ, a nephew Jeffrey D. Paulson of Bangor, PA, partner Yves Rene Lominy of Lyndhurst, NJ, and her 2 Yorkies; Jack & Peanut. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM on Saturday, February 11th at Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 314 S. First Street, Bangor, PA. Family and friends are invited to call from 10 to 11:30 AM on Saturday, February 11th at the funeral home. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. A luncheon and time of fellowship will follow services. Online condolences may be offered at gaffneyparsons.com. Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 314 S. First St. Bangor, PA 18013 (610) 588-4522
Dr. Penny was such a wonderful beautiful person. She was the type of Doctor that would make you feel safe under her care. She is missed !!
Paul Casale
June 08, 2025 | Other
I worked with Penny in St Louis and quickly became good friends with her. I always enjoyed my time spent with her and traveling We lost close contact , then all contact. I just searched for her to try to contact her again like I have tried every few years and just found this page. Penny was deeply connected with her patients and was the best type of Physician. Penny was a kind and gracious teacher. Penny was the best type of friend My deepest condolences to her family and all of her...
Matt Menke
April 17, 2025 | Friend
She was the best. She will always be remembered! Peace at these holidays. I live because of you! Because of you being an important part of my healthcare!
Dawn Cerruto
December 18, 2024
Penny was a new doctor at CLARA MAASS when I was an ICU nurse. She was such a joy! She spent time with her patients and took time explain everything. Hugs to everyone who loved her>
Linda McNealus
December 18, 2024 | Work
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Penny! Miss you
Mary Taylor & Joan Homuth
June 29, 2024 | Friend
I was in New Jersey and worked at St Barnabas from 1996-1997. This is where I met Penny. She was very kind to me and a good friend to me the one year I was there. Was very sad to see that she has passed.
Peter Fumo
June 26, 2024 | Ambler, PA | Coworker
I was a patient of Dr.D´s since 1999. I had a Transplant in 2001 and was in very bad shape. She helped me straighten out and get well. She was hands down the most caring Dr. I have ever had. She was always just a phone call away and never too busy for me. My heart is broken over the news of her passing.... Philip Wurm
Captain Phil Wurm
September 16, 2023 | Work
I just found out about Dr. Penny Defranco. I am sending all my heart felt thoughts and prayers to her family. Will miss you .
Brenda Bartholomew
May 24, 2023 | Friend
Wow, had no clue. My condolences to Dr Pennys family. She was truly a wonderful person. She only treated me a short time, but she made a lasting impression. May you be at peace, so young.
Shawn Juliano Foresta
May 17, 2023 | Other
