JOHNNENE Francesca “Fran” (Galante) of Readville, age 75, a tireless advocate for the elderly of Boston passed away on December 19th. Beloved daughter of the late Louis V. and Emma (Iadonisi) Galante, sister of Louis M. Galante of Readville and his wife the late Patricia (Adams), Paul M. Galante and his wife Rosemary of Medway.
She is survived by her three children, Stephen Johnnene and his wife Ann Marie of Foxboro, Roberta Johnnene of Readville, Phillip Johnnene and his wife Brenda of Fitchburg. Five Grandchildren: Matthew and Olivia Johnnene of Foxboro, Sarah, Ashley and Zachary Myles of Fitchburg.
Also survived by her nephews Christopher Galante and his wife Lisa and their children Zachary and Marissa; Andrew Galante and his wife Kelly of Somerville; Anthony Galante, Michael Galante and his son Nate, all of Readville.
Survived by three aunts, Annita Green and Lucy McDonald of Dedham, Dorothy Zaccaria of Readville and numerous dear cousins and friends.
Fran considered herself blessed to have served the people, particularly the elderly of Boston for over 35 years, in numerous capacities including as the Director of the RSVP program for the Commission on Affairs of the Elderly, host of Hubscapes on BNN TV, Seniors Count on WJIB and Zumix radio; Past President of the Professional Women’s Club of Boston; Past President of Our Lady’s Flowers Club, President of the Hi Parkers; Boston Summerthing Program and other activities too numerous to mention.
Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home 456 High St. DEDHAM Wednesday Dec. 23rd. at 8am. Funeral Mass in St. Anne Church, 79 West Milton St., Readville at 9am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Tuesday Dec. 22nd from 2-4pm and 5:30-8pm. Interment Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Anne’s Church, Readville, WJIB Radio, Hyde Park Food Pantry or a charity of your choice.