Orlando, Francesca (Nee Palumbo)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Francesca Orlando at the Sault Area Hospital on July 1, 2012. Cherished wife of Rinaldo for 56 years. Dear mother of Eugene (Estelle), Maria (Roland) and the late cherished Dina. Francesca was also surrounded by her dearly loved grandchildren; Elise, Erica, Emily, Aleisha and Amanda, and her step-grandchildren Travis and Brian. Daughter of the late Salvatore and Agata Palumbo. Dear sister of Rose Brescacin (late Gino), late Pietro Palumbo (Carmela), Emma Turco (Luciano), late Francesco Palumbo (Rita) and Luigi Palumbo (Silvana). Special aunt to many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Northwood Funeral Home Cremation & Reception Centre (942 Great Northern Road 705-945-7758) on Wednesday, July 4, 2012, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Funeral mass to follow at St. Gregory’s Church at 1:30 p.m. with Father Trevor Scarfone officiating. Memorial donations to Canadian Red Cross and/or the charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Special thanks to Franca and Aldo Spizzirri for all their support and assistance through Francesca’s difficult time. Also, special thanks to the medical staff at the Plummner Hospital and the Sault Area Hospital Complex Care Unit for their care and compassion. www.northwoodfuneral.com

Date of Passing: July 1, 2012