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Francesca Bianco Obituary

BIANCO, FRANCESCA COATS, 67, formerly of Bowden Avenue, died peacefully on Wednesday June 5, 2013. She was the former wife of the late Nicholas L. Bianco. Born in Long Island, NY, a daughter of the late Roger Coats and Alvina Davis, she lived in Barrington for 26 years. Francesca was an interior designer and the owner and operator of Interiors by Francesca and also the owner and operator of L'Oasis restaurant, Providence. She was a lifelong artist. She is survived by a son; Angelo J. Bianco and his wife Mari M. Bianco of Delray Beach, FL, two daughters; Nicola B. Mesiti and her husband Anthony J. Mesiti of Cranston and Alexandra B. Griffin and her husband Ransom Griffin IV of Barrington and seven beloved grandchildren; Nicholas, Angelo and Brooklyn Bianco, Giana and Max Mesiti and Abigail and Ava Griffin. A Spiritual Celebration will be held on Saturday June 8, 2013 in the Providence Friends Meeting House, 99 Morris Avenue, Providence at 11 am. Calling hours are Friday June 7, 2013 from 4-8 pm in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Francesca's memory to St. Mary's Home for Children, 420 Fruit Hill Avenue, North Providence, RI, 02911 would be deeply appreciated. www.wrwatsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jun. 6, 2013.

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July 2, 2013

Your light lives within me. I love you mom. xo

Jennifer Kenyon &Family

June 19, 2013

Nicola, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great loss. Your mom was a wonderful person and will be missed. But she will live on in your hearts and memories.

Stephanie Rigney

June 11, 2013

Nicola,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Jacqueline Guerra

June 11, 2013

I had the pleasure of becoming a friend to your mother while she lived at the 903. She was a classy lady, full of life and talked endlessly about her wonderful children--her life. She truly loved people and opened her heart to all. To her children, may you hold on to all the wonderful memories.
I feel fortunate to have come to know her . . .

MARIA BONSANTE

June 10, 2013

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO NICOLE AND HER FAMILY.....MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL, MAY YOU FIND PEACE IN THE DAYS AHEAD. MARIA BONSANTE & FAMILY

June 10, 2013

Alex and family,
My condolences to you and your family. I remember your mom as a vibrant and artistic woman. You are in my prayers.
Ivette Roberts

Denise Hanrahan

June 9, 2013

Nicola, I'm sorry to hear of your moms passing, she was so beautiful, cherish all those beautiful memories they will live in your heart forever.

Gwendolyn Daniels

June 7, 2013

Nicola and family,
My prayers are with you at your time of loss.

Laura Gammino

June 7, 2013

Nicola,
So sorry to hear about your mothers passing. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

Joanne Botta-Palumbo

June 7, 2013

Dear Angelo, Nicola, and Alexandra Alvina, Please know that Jessaca and I were sadden to learn from James when he called me in Florida to tell us of your beloved mother's passing. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you. Our family has so many fond memories of the times we spent with you and both parents. Those memories will never fade. May God be by your side during your hour of need. God Bless! Joanne Botta-Palumbo

Frank Ciccone

June 7, 2013

Dearest Angelo & Sisters,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this very sad time.

Frank Ciccone III and Family

Bevery Romano

June 7, 2013

To Nicola and family of the late Francesca - sincere sympathy and prayers. Very sorry for your loss.

Patricia Mcwilliams

June 6, 2013

I had the pleasure of meeting your mother at the "903 Residence". Through our many conversations she shared with me how much she loved her family. May you find comfort in the days ahead. Francesca was a classy lady with great talent. May she rest in peace. Patricia

Natale Martineau

June 6, 2013

Angelo,Nicola,Alexandra I am so sorry for your loss I always loved your mom she was a beautiful woman inside and out I will remember her always Just know she will always be watching over you Love always

Terri Tehrani

June 6, 2013

To The Bianco Children And Family,My thoughts and prayers are with you all.May God hold her tightly in his arms.Sonny Ianniello & Family.Rhode Island

Valerie Houshar

June 6, 2013

I am sorry for your loss and wish you all peace. I am grateful to have known Francesca, her external and internal beauty was exquisite. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.

Sharon O'Malley-Donelan

June 6, 2013

Nicola,
Prayers & sympathies on the loss of your mother to you , your family and children. My you feel her love and wisdom forever.
Sharon O'Malley

June 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. A lovely and classey Woman and wonderful mom to all her children. Rest In Peace.

mrs.joseph badway

June 6, 2013

sincere condolences

Steven DeConti

June 6, 2013

Angelo, Nicola, and Alex


Deepest sympathy from the DeConti Family

anon

June 6, 2013

A truely lovely woman.

Maria Patente-Andrade

June 6, 2013

Nicola and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your families. I pray that the Lord above will guide you and comfort you all during this time of sorrow. .

June 6, 2013

Francesca did so many nice things for us as kids, and always wanted to help. I will remember her as kind, thoughtful and caring.

June 6, 2013

So sorry for all, my prayers are with you all. Gayle Rhodes

Ann-Marie Carroll

June 6, 2013

My deepest sympathy goes out to you Alexandra and to your brother and sister. May she rest in peace

June 6, 2013

Angelo, Nicola and Alex,

Your mother brought a breath of fresh air to our family along with her beauty and class. Love to you all at this most difficult time.

Jean and Ted

Wendy Tripp

June 6, 2013

My love to you beautiful children of a great woman - she was and always will be one of the strongest and classiest ladies I have ever had the gift of knowing.

June 6, 2013

Le nostre condoglianze a tutta la famiglia...vi siamo vicini in questo momento di dolore per la perdita della cara Francesca...riposa in pace Francesca.
Da
Milena..Carmelo...Vittoria ...Enrico....Matteo...Chiara.....Vincenzo...Erika ....e la piccola Emma. XXXXXOOOOO

FRANK,PALMA FERRI

June 6, 2013

Our deep sympathy to all the family, my wife and I was grew up with your dad. GOD BLESS

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