Frances Paula DeLuca Fante, born September 21, 1932, died peacefully on May 22, 2017 at the age of 84 with her children at her side. Her husband Nicholas Fante, mother, Lucy Sferrella DeLuca and her father, Pasquale DeLuca, preceded her in death. She is survived by her brother Pasquale (JoAnn) DeLuca of Cleveland and her three children Nicholas (Susan), Annette (Jan) and Anthony (Kristin) and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her children, the many friends who cared for her and allowed her to remain independent filled her life with love and joy. Frances enjoyed a rich and abundant life. Her early years on Slack Street were spent with her many uncles and her first cousins Lorelia Siano and Claudio DeIntinis. The house on Slack Street was filled with lots of family, love and great italian food. Frances enjoyed being with people. She had a generous, welcoming spirit. She welcomed all into her life and was selfless in her care for others. Frances lived her faith and gave all of herself to her faith. She was a cook for the priests at St. Anthony’s, where her family came to know Father Edmundo Stabene who was like a brother to her. She worked for a time at Pasquarella’s Beverage Center and the radiology department of St. John’s Hospital.
Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Friday from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Funeral liturgy with mass will be celebrated Friday at noon at Holy Family Church with Msgr. Gerald E. Calovini officiating. Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Holy Family Church, 2608 Hollywood Blvd., Steubenville, OH 43952.
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09/03/2024
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A MONET'S GARDEN BASKET was sent on May 24, 2017
To Annette, Jan and family. Thinking of you.
Love,
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09/03/2024
Jody and Cora D'Anniballe
Patsy Jr.,We're so sorry with the passing of your sister Frances. Please accept our sincere condolences, and may God Bless you, and your family.
09/03/2024
Domenico & Gina Di Bacco & family
We were so saddened to hear of sweet Frances' passing. We knew Frances, her mother Lucy, Father Stabene, and Lou very well for many, many years. They were all like family to us and to my dearly departed mother Teresa. Father Stabene celebrated married us and baptized our children, and celebrated my father's funeral mass... and Frances was always there with her endless and unconditional love, support, and generosity. We will never forget the beautifully celebrated masses and catered lunches at their home. May you forever rest in the peace and the beautiful glory of our Lord, dear Frances. No one deserves it more! We will never forget you. Our most heartfelt condolences to Frances' entire family. Love, Domenico & Gina Di Bacco and family
09/03/2024
Katherine Siano
Frances I,m so sorry. May you rest in peace. You were loved by many, and played a big part of Matthews memories.Love from us all you will not be forgotten!
09/03/2024
Katherine Siano
09/03/2024
St Anthony Graduate
Will always remember her smiling face at the lunch line, and her cooking too!Always treated us (students) as though we were her own.Prayers to all family at this time.
09/03/2024
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on May 25, 2017
09/03/2024
Janet Thompson
Francis has been such a big part of our lives. She was the most generous kind person I have ever met. She was always sending flowers or fruit baskets to many people. Francis from the day my children were born never past a holiday without stopping by with a gift for them. My children still to this day have light up pumpkins or musical Christmas toys that she brought them. I am so grateful to have known this kind caring wonderful woman.
09/03/2024
Michelle Tedreau
Nick & Susan, My deepest sympathies in the loss of your Mother. May God grant you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
09/03/2024
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A "Memories" 30 Inch Wind Chime was ordered on May 25, 2017
09/03/2024
DD, Marilyn and family
We are so grateful to God for the Blessing of Francis in our lives! She had the ability to rise above her trials in life, and give love, forgiveness, and hospitality to all who entered her life! It was so easy to see Christ within her! It is so difficult to walk this road when someone we love passes! We pray that God will Bless each of you and all those you love with strengh! Love knows no distance and Love knows no time. We cannot be together with you in person, but know we are together with you in HIs Love!
09/03/2024
Jerry & Mary Lynn Ricci
09/03/2024
Cora and Jody D'Anniballe
Nick, Annette, and Anthony,Please accept our heartfelt sympathy with the passing of your Mother. We both admired, and were very fond of Frances. She was certainly "one of a kind ". May she rest in peace, and God Bless to all of you.
09/03/2024
Anita Petrella
You have my families deepest sympathy. Frances was a good friend. Sincerely, The Petrella Family
09/03/2024
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A GARDEN PATH was sent on May 24, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. Have many wonderful memories of Mrs. Fante. Love, Debbie Perazzoli Browne
09/03/2024
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A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was sent by Panasonic Foundation on May 24, 2017
09/03/2024
Tom Mastrangioli
Anthony,Nick & Annette sorry to hear of the loss of your mother she was a wonderful person who really cared about the well being of others.During these times of sorrow think about all the wonderful memories and celebrate a life well lived.God Bless.
09/03/2024
Mike Berarducci
Deepest sympathies from our family to yours on Frances' passing. My goodness did my mother Nina Berarducci have fun playing cards and eating well at the homestead near San Anthony. May her children know she rest's in peace and celebrate her great life.
09/03/2024
Bill McKean
Nick, sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Wishing you and your family peace during this difficult time. God Bless, Billy McKean
09/03/2024
Lilyan Dorney
Dear Nick, Annette, and Anthony and Patsy, I'm so saddened to learn about Mom's passing. Frances was a remarkable woman who gave unconditional love to all who knew her especially to all of us. Her kindness and generosity were unending and now that she is with her family in heaven we all have an angel watching over us. I have so many wonderful memories of the times I was with her from my childhood to the present. Her laughter and joy will always remain in my heart. It was always a gift for me to visit with Frances when I went home to visit Lisa. She was always so good to me and Lisa and her family and I know they will miss her too. Her faith and love of God was an inspiration to all who knows her. May she Rest In Peace and share the joy of reuniting will all of her loved ones. You are all in my thoughts and prayers always. I wish I could be there to celebrate her life with all of you but my health prevents me from being there. Please know I love Frances with all of my heart and I will pray for her and miss her always. Love to you all.
09/03/2024
Sheila De Luca
My memories of cousin Frances are filled with her constant kindness to others, her tremendous love for her children and all the family and her infectious laugh. Some of my greatest memories are sitting at the table of plenty on Slack St where everyone was always welcome. Go in peace, good and faithful one, a crown awaits you along with all your loved ones. My heart goes out to Nick, Annette, Anthony and Pat. Love to you, Sheila De Luca
09/03/2024
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A Lords Prayer was ordered on May 23, 2017
09/03/2024
Dan Gillen & Family
We loved our 'Aunt' Frances so much. She was so kind and loving toward me and my son Brady. She always had a meal prepared and put others before herself. I remember glorious times on Slack Street As a kid at her current home as an adult. You won't find too many kinder souls. It's your time Aunt Frances to be with the Lord...your work here on earth is done.
09/03/2024
Bruce & Susan (D'Anniballe) Barnett
Nick, Annette & Anthony, sorry to hear about your loss She was a wonderful woman We will always have a place in our hearts for her Thinking of everyone
09/03/2024
Leo & Jodi Gillen
Frances was such a kind soul with a wonderfully generous spirit. She was certainly a blessing to all who crossed her path. May you all find comfort in our Heavenly Father in the coming days and weeks. We send all our love.
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