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Mary Francis "Francesca" Toscani

Mary Francis "Francesca" Toscani obituary, West Chester, PA

Mary Toscani Obituary

Toscani Mary Francis "Francesca" Sept. 12, 1942 - Feb. 20, 2025 Beloved mother, sister, in-law, aunt, and family matriarch, passed away peacefully on February 20th, 2025 at the age of 82. She was deeply loved by her husband, cherished by her two sons, adored by her five siblings and a large extended family. She will be missed by all who knew her. Francesca's kindness, warmth, intelligence, deep wit and unwavering love for her family and friends were unprecedented. Her zest for life, ability to love, speak her mind, and follow her dreams defined her and inspired us all. Francesca graduated with a BA degree from Rosemont College and a Master of Education from Temple University. She was a renowned international Psychodrama Trauma Therapist and was widely published. Later in life she became a talented and highly sought after designer known specifically for her creativity in kitchen design. She leaves behind her husband Gregory Cox, son Thomas D'Agostino Jr., one brother, four sisters, many nieces and nephews, close friends and loved ones. She is now reunited with her son, Christopher, in Heaven. A Memorial Service will be held on March 11th at 10 A.M. in St. Thomas of Villanova Parish Church, 1229 E. Lancaster Ave., Rosemont, PA 19010, followed by a reception luncheon at Overbrook Golf Club, 799 Godfrey Avenue Villanova, Pennsylvania 19085 where family and friends can gather to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Francesca's name to Toscani Education Scholarship Fund, c/o Thomas F. Toscani, Esq., 899 Cassatt Rd., Suite 320, Berwyn, PA 19312. Rest in peace.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Feb. 26, 2025.

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Carol Fitzgerald

March 8, 2025

It's so hard to imagine a world without Francesca!
She was a beautiful, wise, and wonderful friend and co-worker. Her interests were many and her abilities were great. Francesca was creative, thoughtful, and extremely intelligent. She could plan and design an amazing kitchen or use "sand play" to interpret your dreams. She cared deeply about the world, the environment, politics, and, mostly, her friends and family.
Francesca's spirit will live on in all of the lives she touched. She was an incredible woman and will be greatly missed!
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss...Carol & Joe

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Frank Rooney

February 26, 2025

My deepest sympathy to the family of Mary Frances.

Jan Toscani-Petersen

February 25, 2025

Francesca , was a teacher, an editor, a licensed therapist, a writer , a wonderful mother, and wife and a supportive sister and truly loved by all her nephews and nieces. She always had the time to sit and listen . She was an exceptional interior designer with a specialty in kitchens and baths.
World traveler she was and never stopped wanting to learn the history and culture of countries she visited . We have lost an empathetic and loving human. As her younger sister, she forged a path , for me personally , of courageous perseverance and resiliency . She made me realize that JOY and GRIEF can co-exist. Beautiful Francesca , we will miss you .

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