Patricia A. Franco Obituary in Warren at WJSmith Funeral Home

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Patricia A. Franco

8/15/1939 - 6/6/2025

Obituary For Patricia A. Franco

Patricia Ann (Amaral) Franco, 85, of Bristol, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at her residence. She was the beloved wife of Dominic Franco for 65 years.

Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late Antone and Rose (Cabral) Amaral.

A true homemaker, Patricia, not only opened her home to others, but she was also a mother figure to many of “her” kids and gave her whole heart. She had everyone’s best interest and always wanted to make sure you had a full belly. As the matriarch of the family, her true passion was to put them first. Patricia loved to entertain and cook, especially Italian and Portuguese cuisine.

In addition to her husband Dominic, she is survived by her children Domenic Franco Jr. and his wife Linda, Lori Franco and Scott Franco, all of Bristol; four grandchildren the late Aaron, Tyler, Alex and Natalie Franco; siblings David Amaral of South Carolina and Veronica “Ronnie” Lull of Iowa. She was the sister of the late Richard Amaral, George Amaral and Edward Amaral.

Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd., Warren, where the family will receive relatives and guests for Visitation on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 4-8pm. A Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 11AM in St. Elizabeth’s Church, 577 Wood Street, Bristol, RI. Burial private.

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

Services

12 Jun

Visitation

04:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Smith Funeral & Memorial Services 8 Schoolhouse Road Warren, RI 02885 Get Directions »

13 Jun

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 AM

St. Elizabeth Church 577 Wood Street Bristol, RI 02809 Get Directions »

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06/13/2025

Martinez family

Sending prayers for comfort and strength during this difficult time. We'll miss her big smile in Florida!! Our deepest Condolences from Zoro (Joe) and Karen Martinez,Rosa(Martinez) and Dan Fedewa, Elvira (Martinez) and Jeff Jones. May the Perpetual Light shine upon Pat and grant her eternal peace in Paradise RIP
06/12/2025

Joe Urick

So sorry to hear of Pats passing. Dominic and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. From your fishing friends on Cocoa Beach. Joe and Sally Urick.
06/11/2025

Rosa Fedewa

Sending prayers for comfort during such a difficult time. Our deepest condolences from your "Ocean Landings Family" Zoro (Joe) and Karen Martinez,Rosa (Martinez) and Dan Fedewa, Elvira (Martinez) and Jeff Jones RIHP Pat 💚💔
06/10/2025

Rachel

Dear Franco Family, I am so sorry for the loss of Pat ( Grandma to me ). She was always so welcoming to myself and my children on the 4th of July for the big family party. She treated us just like family and made sure we were all taken care of. She was the sweetest person. She will be missed for sure. Sending my love to all of you! Sarah, Alex, Nattie, I love you so much!! Lori, Scott and Papa. My heart is with all of you. Sending my sincere sympathy and prayers for Grandma. Love Rachel Curi and Macie Curi
06/10/2025

Karen Souza Schreffler

So sorry Lori,condolences to you and the family.she shall live forever in your 💕hearts
06/09/2025

HELEPN WHITE

Dear PAT YOU WILL BE MISSED. WE HAD MANY GOOD TIMES and lots of of laughs .
06/09/2025

Linda Sylvia

Dom, Lori, Nick, Scott, My condolences to all of you in he loss of mom. She was everything you mentioned in your writeup and more. She was loved by many and will be missed by the same. Most importantly she was the woman who was there when the three of you took your first breaths and I am so proud of all of you being there with her when she too her last. Be at peace with her passing for she has completed her journey one day we all will complete. She is now at peace an waiting to be tighter again one day a family and start over where you left off in her life . Cousin, Linda
06/09/2025

Linda Sylvia

To my loving Cousin Patsy, loosing you hurts so much and breaks my heart. I thank you for all you did for me thru the years, you were always there for me whenever I was in need. Your suffering is now over and you are finally at peace. You are in Gods hands now in your new life. I will miss you so much and loved you the same. We will meet again one day and pick up where we left off. Rest in peace. Cousin Linda.
06/09/2025

Linda Costa

So many years of great family times: food, fun, laughter. Job well done. Sincere thoughts and prayers. Lum and Linda Costa
06/08/2025

Shawn lull

So sorry for your loss rest in peace auntie pat.
06/07/2025

Jasonmoran

I am so sorry for your loss

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