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Francis DeThomasis Obituary

Of Arlington, formerly of Somerville. June 24, 2008. Member of the Singing Grand Pops and the Arlington Retired Mens Club. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie (Murray). Brother of Domenic Thomas of Arlington, and the late Evelyn Santoro, Antonio Tony, Guido, Mary Edna Russo, and Pasquale. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral from the Keefe Funeral Home, 5 Chestnut St., Rt. 60 (adjacent to St. Agnes Church) ARLINGTON on Saturday at 8 am. Funeral Mass in St. Agnes Church at 9 am. Relatives and Friends invited. Visiting horns Friday 5-8 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Marjorie H. Murray DeThomasis Scholarship Fund, c/o The Somerville High School Scholarship Foundation, P0 Box 440275, Somerville, MA 02144. For online condolences visit www.keefefuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 26 to Jun. 27, 2008.

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Tania (Grassey) Murray

July 2, 2008

I am so incredibly saddened at our loss of such a great man. Fran was such a fabulous person to everyone he ever graced with his friendship. Though I know he is delighted as he walks with Margie again, I am melancholy that I will not be able to speak with and laugh with my friend again. He was a truly a kind, genuine and loving man. He had such a great smile and always made me laugh. He will surely be missed. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to know both him and Margie. I know they are at peace in each other's arms yet again. God Bless them both!

Alice Lavin

June 30, 2008

I am very sorry to hear of your loss of Fran. But I am sure that he is back in Margie's arms where he was always meant to be. They were both two wonderful people that were so devoted to each other. They both showed a lot of kindness for people they cared for and will always be remebered as such.

Frank Mucci

June 27, 2008

Frank was truly a great friend.we have great memories of him.Our Sunday dinners together and our trips to the ice cream shop almost
every Saturday in the summertime
after we attended the 4 o'clock mass
at St.Agnes.Anytime you mentioned
bowling,Frank was ready to go.He
loved to bowl with all his friends.
Frankie D this is Frankie M.knowing
that you and Marge are having a
great time together.Marie and I will
miss you and it was an honor to have
you for a friend.

Frank&Marie Mucci

Theresa (DeThomasis) Nordle

June 27, 2008

Uncle Fran -
I have some wonderful childhood memories of Sunday visits (and delicious dinners) at your house on Kingston St., of your infectious laughter, and of the loving relationship that you and Auntie Margie shared. Most of all, I will never forget the amazing resemblance you bore to my father. I will remember you as a kind and gentle man and a wonderful uncle. May God keep you in his care always.
With love,
Theresa

Betsy & Tom Durnan

June 26, 2008

Fran was a true gentleman and a wonderful neighbor. We missed him when he moved to Arlington, and we are sad to hear that he has passed away, although I know he'll be happy to be reunited with Sissy again. They were a true love match.

Ed & Joyce Keefe

June 26, 2008

We are deeply saddened to hear of Frank's passing. He was Ed's boss for many years and aside from being fair and decent, he was a true gentleman. We look back on many good times with Frank, Margie and the other employees of Johnson Motor Lines.
To Domenic and family, we send our sincere condolences. May he rest in peace with his beloved Margie.

Barbara Lucas and Family

June 26, 2008

Our family has known Frank since 1952. He was a good friend and we have comfort in knowing he is now back with Margie. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Ted O'Leary

June 26, 2008

Fran was a great friend and neighbor. I’ll always remember sitting on the porch with he & Sis on summer evenings. He will be missed by all…

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