Frances "Fran" Piantedosi

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Fran Piantedosi on September 20, 2026. Fran was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left this world surrounded by her loving daughters, just as she had lived her life, enveloped in the warmth of her family. Fran was born on November 10, 1935, in Boston, Massachusetts, to the late Frank and Mary Guerra. She spent her formative years in Boston, graduating with the Class of 1953 from East Boston High School. It was there that Fran began to cultivate the compassion and strength that would define her life. On April 28, 1957, Fran married the love of her life, Paul C. Piantedosi, at St. Lazarus Church in East Boston. Together, they built a beautiful life, raising their three cherished daughters in a home filled with love, laughter, and unwavering support. Though Paul predeceased Fran, their love story continues to inspire all who knew them. Fran was predeceased by her devoted sisters, Ann Gilberto, Mary Valenti, Rose Sacco, and Lil Guerra, who now join her in the embrace of eternity. She is survived by her children, Paula and her spouse David Palmisano, Debra and her spouse Daniel Gibbons, as well as Debra's late-husband Kenneth LaMalfa and Lisa and her spouse Joe Bradford. She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, Diana and Bill Pyne, Marissa Palmisano and her partner Tony Grilo, Paul S. LaMalfa and his wife Melissa, Ashley Pelletier and Jon Ryba, Juliana Correia and her spouse Kevin Correia, Christopher Bradford, Crystal Janelle and Joseph Bradford and his spouse, Margaret. Fran’s legacy is further carried on by her eight great-grandchildren, who were the light of her life. Fran's family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated staff at All American Assisted Living and Memory Care, as well as Brookhaven Hospice, for their compassionate care and support during Fran's final days. A private ceremony was held in honor of Fran's life, in accordance with her family's wishes. Fran has been buried alongside her husband at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett, Massachusetts. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor Fran's memory are invited to make a donation to a charity of their choice, as a tribute to Fran's generous spirit and love for her community. Fran will be remembered for her kindness, her unwavering dedication to her family, and the countless lives she touched with her warmth and grace. Her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.