Francine H. Giannasca Obituary
We are sad to announce that on December 14, 2024, at the age of 76, Francine H. Giannasca of Cambridge, Massachusetts passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Francine had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Francine may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Emilio Giannasca; her children, Francis (Antonella) of Acworth, GA, Robert (Miguel Rivera) of Cambridge and Gina Giannasca; and her grandchildren, Alessandro and Luca Giannasca.
Visitation was held on Thursday, December 19th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the DeVito Funeral Home (761 Mt Auburn St, Watertown, MA 02472). A funeral Mass was held on Thursday, December 19th 2024 from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM at the Sacred Heart Church (311 River St, Waltham, MA 02453). An entombment was held on Thursday, December 19th 2024 from 12:15 PM to 12:30 PM at the Calvary Cemetery (250 High St, Waltham, MA 02453).
In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to: MGH Cancer Center, c/o Mass General Development Office, 125 Nashua Street, Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114 or giving.massgeneral.org/donate/cancer-center.
