Francis, Frances M. (Palermo) of East Boston, Beloved wife of the late Anthony V. Francis. Devoted mother of Marie Francis of East Boston, Toni Iorio & husband Kenneth of Revere, Frances Piazza & husband Philip of FL, Lucy Vosmus of Pembroke, Denise & Manuel Francis of East Boston, John Francis & wife Renee of East Boston, Joanne Piercy & husband Bruce of Saugus and the late Anthony Francis Jr. & Paul Francis. Dear sister of Paul Palermo of Saugus, Joseph Palermo of CA, and the late Antonio Palermo. Lifelong friends Irene Hood & Mary Fusco of East Boston. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Funeral from the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons – Bruno Funeral Home 128 Revere St. REVERE on Wednesday at 9:00 followed by a service in the funeral home at 10:00 am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours are Tuesday 4-8 pm. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Elder Service Program Lewis Mall 225 Sumner St. East Boston, MA 02128 Attn: Tina Smith.