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Cynthia M. Francis

11/7/1956 - 12/1/2025

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Obituary For Cynthia M. Francis

Cynthia (Mello) Francis, 69, of Bristol, RI, passed away after a long illness on Monday, December 1, 2025 with her loving family by her side. A daughter of the late Edward and Jacqueline (Hager) Mello and the beloved wife of Joseph Francis Sr., Cynthia was a lifelong resident of Bristol.

Cynthia owned her own businesses for many years. She was the original owner of 426 Fitness in Warren and, later, Bethany Fitness in Bristol. In her leisure time, Cynthia enjoyed travelling, wintering in Florida with her husband, cooking for her friends and family. She always attended the Bristol 4th of July Celebration and even won Miss 4th of July in 1974. She also enjoyed playing the accordion and loved to spend time with her family, especially her children and grandchildren.

In addition to her beloved husband, Joseph, Cynthia is survived by her daughter, Bethany Francis of Bristol, RI; her sisters. Denise Henne of Bradenton, FL and Brenda Marshall of Bristol, RI; her two grandchildren, Caiden and Edward, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late Joseph Francis II.

Services are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd. Warren, RI 02885, where the family will receive relatives and guests for Visitation on Friday, December 5, 2025 from 3-7PM with a short prayer service at 5:30PM. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 9-10AM followed immediately by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11AM in St. Mary’s Church, 330 Wood St. Bristol, RI 02809. A Private Burial will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at: https://www.alz.org/ri, or by mail at: 245 Waterman St #306, Providence, RI 02906.

For tributes, please visit: www.wjsmithfh.com.

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  • 04/18/2026

    Valentina

    I was so sad to hear of Cindy's passing. She was a pretty girl and a sweet person with an unforgettable personality. I'm so sorry for her family. Love, Tina Rogers Montella

  • 12/06/2025

    Betty Lema

    Bethany so sorry for you loss. Your Mom was beautiful inside and out. Lived here classes at Lady's choice. Know she is at peace. Lance's mom.

  • 12/05/2025

    Maria Ferreira

    To the Francis family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Cindy was a beautiful lady inside and out. Her daughter Bethany. Was my flower girl at my wedding 45 years ago. May she rest in peace 🙏

  • 12/05/2025

    Cathy Alves

    To my Auntie Cyn I will always remember your laugh and your full of energy spirit. To the people that knew you best... we all will all cherish your thoughtfulness, kindness and most of all your faith. It brings me peace to know you are with Joseph. Rest in peace Auntie Cyn. 🙏

  • 12/03/2025

    Alison

    This breaks my heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. Cindy and I use to have some good workouts together at Lady's Choice and again when she was owner of 426 Fitness. Rest in Peace.

  • 12/02/2025

    Gail Ciociola Garcia

    RIP Cindy..You maybe gone but never forgotten...

  • 12/02/2025

    Debra Tallman

    Joe, Bethany and family You have all more than your share of loss of loved ones in the past couple of years. Her illness was slow and heartbreaking. So many beautiful memories with your family and Cyndy always seemed to be in the kitchen cooking up a delicious meal, a pie, or a giant meatloaf wrapped around ham, broccoli & cheese! (Surrounded by potatoes, onions and chourico) might be the reason Joseph was such a great cook? Great memories of Cyndi & Uncle Joe... wherever they were there were smiles, hugs and great laughs! (and always love!) Her laugh was contagious and her smile was never ending. May your beautiful memories carry you through this difficult time while she is reunited once more with her parents and her son, Joseph. She was so proud of you Bethany. You know she's watching over you, your dad, and those precious little boys. Prayers to all of you, Deb Tallman Jonathan & Kelly

  • 12/02/2025

    Carol Jordan Lepley

    Cindy was a beautiful woman, a devoted mother, and a friend to all who met her. She and I were childhood friends and she always had a smile, encouraging spirit and shared stories of her family and friends. She will be missed by all who were fortunate to have her in their lives. Her family has my deepest condolences. You all are in my prays. Carol Jordan Lepley

  • 12/02/2025

    Stephany Silvia

    My deepest sympathy to all the Francis/Mello family. This is so incredibly hard to fathom but we know that Cyndi is now at peace with her son and parents. So many years of an incredible life only to sadly end when she should be enjoying her grandchildren and family. She will be missed, she is now free from her disease and soaring in heaven freely. I will miss you forever...Stephany

  • 12/02/2025

    Shirley Slusarski

    To the family of Cindy, My deepest sympathy. She was such a lovely person. She kind loving to everyone. The times we spent together will live forever. Love Shirley Slusarski and sons Neal & Scott.

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