Monday, May 18, 2020
Dear Jessie, Barbara and Bill,
No matter that Francis led a long and satisfying life, his passing is a time of great sadness. My heart goes out to you.
He was a close and loving relative to me and my family. We associated him with so many good deeds- in addition he served his country admirably during WWII, he had a satisfying career, a wonderful marriage and a daughter that was the joy of his life. He was very close to my brother Tom Chiancone who lovingly called him Goombah. This is an Italian word that meant to us Patron and Godfather which he was to Tom Jr. Indeed, he was patron to our family - among other things always keeping us in touch with those who had moved far away like our cousins Lou and Jim Gang.
He was a most loving,admirable and genuine person. He will always live in our hearts. My deepest sympathy.
Cousin Rita Chiancone Keiper
