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Frances Ristagno Obituary

RISTAGNO
FRANCES R.N., B.S.N. (nee Cook), suddenly, Nov. 19, 2007. Beloved wife of Fred Jr.; devoted mother of Jason, Joshua and Nicholas; daughter-in-law of Fred Sr. and Phyllis Ristagno. Relatives, friends and fellow workers of Hahnemann Hospital are invited to her VIEWING MONDAY EVE 6 to 9 P.M. at THE MONTI-RAGO FUNERAL HOME INC., 2533-35 S. Broad St. Services 8:30 P.M. (at Funeral Home). Interment will be private.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Nov. 25 to Nov. 26, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Frances Ristagno

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Carmen Stable

December 2, 2019

Dear Fran, you are not forgotten. Love. ❤

Beth McCormick

November 21, 2008

Freddie, Jason, Josh, Nick~Not a day goes by without thinking of Frannie, she was one of a kind! She was loved by me and many more and will be forever missed. I'd like to think of her as my guardian angel!

Bob George

November 10, 2008

My sincere thoughts are with Fred and family always.

Diane Danforth-Wysocki

November 9, 2008

Think of you often, especially when I make a visit to the 21st floor.

Carmen Stablé

November 8, 2008

It is going to be a year ...Time goes by so fast in front of us..All your friend will always remember you.
Thanks for watching over us from heaven..
Carmen S.

Sam and Noelle Morgan

December 5, 2007

Fred and family, We are so sorry for your loss. I was a classmate of Fran's at WU and she was one of my favorite people there. This world was a better place because of Fran! We will be praying God's comfort and blessings to you at this time and always!

Doris & Glenn Young

November 29, 2007

Fred and boys, This tragedy is a great loss to countless people who knew and loved Fran. She was an outstanding, caring nurse. Thus this loss will also be to all of those who will now be unable to receive her special and brilliant nursing care. Furthermore, she loved to share her knowledge. Nurses and nursing students who she did touch and potentially would have touched in her wonderful way all will suffer much by this loss. You will continue to be in our prayers.

Placy Moffa

November 28, 2007

Freddie.....your dad just told me today about your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family. Fran will be rewarded in heaven for all the good she did helping the sick. God works in mysterious ways. Only God knows why Fran was taken at such a young age. Our faith tells us that heaven is a better place than here on earth; and we have to believe that.

Nick Fabrizio

November 27, 2007

Fred, Nick and Ristagno Family,
We extend our deepest sympathy and condolence. Fran was always so sweet and kind to Zeke and I, she will always be Aunt Fran to Us! You guys will always be extended family b/c that is how you treated us, and Family sticks together! I (We) are here for You in this upsetting time, God Bless!

Nancy Wilson

November 27, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of
sorrow. For those who share your friendship share your loss as well.

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M.Carmen Stablé

November 26, 2007

To Fred,Jason, Joshua and Nicholas: I am very sorry for your sudden and devastating loss, but Fran is not totally gone; her spirit, soul and legacy will remain alive in all the people whose heart's were touched by her.
Sincerely.
M.Carmen Stablé (H.U.H)

Bill and Denise Pratt

November 26, 2007

Our deepest sympathies, Fred. We are so sorry for your loss.

Susan Gambardella

November 26, 2007

Fred & Family,
It was a pleasure to had met your Fran. She will never be forgotten. My wedding day she will always be a part of because she let me borrow her Moms prayer book.
Love & Friendship Always!!

Christine Adler

November 26, 2007

Fred: Joe and I do not know what to say that would possibly relieve the pain you and your family must feel. We were shocked and are deeply saddened for your loss. Please know we are here for you and yours.

Wally Bell

November 26, 2007

Fred and Family.
Our sincere condolences.
Fran was an awesome person and will be in Your heart forever.
Sincerely,
Beverly and Wally Bell

Anita Gentry

November 26, 2007

Fred,
I am glad I got to meet Fran. I am saddened by her death. God bless you and your family.

Gary Spear

November 26, 2007

Very Sorry for your loss Fred. You and your family are in our prayers.
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Al Alguire

November 26, 2007

Fred-Our prayers go out to you and your loved ones at this time of grief. I only know you through a web page on the internet where we share a type of brotherhood. You have our thoughts and prayers..God Bless

Bill Stiles

November 26, 2007

Fred & Nick: The Stiles family is in sorrow of Fran passing. Fran and Pat are watching over us Fred.
Bill Stiles

Kellie Joseph

November 26, 2007

Fred Jr & Sr and family,
The world lost a beloved light and spirit. Though I will miss her, may it give you comfort to know that she is safe in the Lord's hands. My prayers go out to you all with love & affection. (Kellie-HUH co-worker/ PFT lab)

Mike Dellerose

November 26, 2007

Our family would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Ristagno family.
Fran came into our lives last December when our mother Regina was admitted to Hahnemann hospital. For the next two months, Fran became more than a nurse to our mother, she became a friend. The love and care she showed will never be forgotten. When our mother passed away in February, Fran wrote a nice note in this book about her. I can't imagine how many lives she has touched. It was a pleasure to know her. God Bless you Fran.
The family of Regina Dellerose

Diane Sox

November 26, 2007

Fred and family,

I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Fran’s passing and, I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to all of you. Fran was a very genteel person with a caring spirit. It was always enjoyable for Ronnie and me to spent time with you and Fran. Knowing that times of late must have been trying for all of you, I know you have many cherished memories that will comfort you. My memories of her are ones of fun, kindness, and class. Fran was quite a lady! Peace to all of you.

Diane Sox

Bob George

November 26, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers from everyone at Bob George Racing.

Mike Miller

November 26, 2007

The entire Mopar community weeps with you. Godspeed to Fran and our condolences to Fred and family.

Cowtown Mopars Performance Team

Bob George

November 26, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers to Fred and Nick

Steve, Deb, Heather, Kyle, and Kevin Reasbeck

November 26, 2007

Fred, I could not possibly know any words to alleviate your pain or even remotely be able to relate to it. The Reasbecks are so sorry, and please know that prayers are being said, and that anything you believe we can do to assist you at this time please let us know.

Stewart and Marlene Pomeroy

November 25, 2007

Fred: Words will never express the sadness we feel for you and your Family - nor will words ever take away the sadness you feel.

Marlene and Stewart Pomeroy

Danielle Dean

November 25, 2007

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

Lena Lieze

November 25, 2007

I am sorry to here about Fran,she was very close with my grand daughter Donna Dean,she knew me as grandmom Lieze,very good person.
GrandmomLenaLieze

Mary Costello

November 25, 2007

I recently had the pleasure to get to know Fran in the last couple of months. I will treasure our talks and laughter a great deal. My sympathies are with all her family and friends.

Scott & Laura Moseman

November 25, 2007

In your time of affliction, be assured that you are in our deepest prayers. We're sure Fran is in a good place watching over you with loving eyes.

Tony and Fran Lieze

November 25, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Donna Dean

November 25, 2007

Fred and family
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.Fran Lady was a good person and a good close friend of mine.I am really, really going to miss her.I am going to miss her phone calls,her voice,and the fact she left and we did not see her or get to talk to her.My heart is broken.If their is anything I can do please call.My heart goes out to all of you.I loved Fran Lady we had alot of good times together and laughs.Love all you
Love Donna Dean

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