Marion – Alma (Bariteau) Francis, 70, of S. Dartmouth died after a long illness at Sippican Health Care Center Inc. on August 26, 2004 surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of Frank Francis.
Mrs. Francis was born in Fairhaven, daughter of the late Honore and Lillian (Kilanowich) Bariteau, and resided in New Bedford most of her life. She was employed as a housekeeper by various private homes in the greater New Bedford area until her retirement in 1999. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren.
Survivors include a son: Frank Francis, Jr. of Acushnet; 2 daughters: Joanne Costa of Spotsylvania, VA and Joyce Avila of S. Dartmouth; she was also blessed with 7 grandchildren: Kristen Costa of Texas, Jennifer and Richard Costa both of Virginia, Marc and Kerri Francis both of Acushnet and Autumn and Ryan Avila both of S. Dartmouth; and several nieces & nephews.
She was sister of the late Gertrude Howarth, Irene Randall, Ralph Bariteau, Norman Bariteau and Robert Bariteau.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend:
Calling hours Sunday, August 29, 2004, 6-8 P.M.
Funeral service Monday, August 30, 2004 at 10:00 A.M. at the KIRBY FUNERAL HOME, 61 Tarkiln Hill Road, New Bedford.
Interment in Pine Grove Cemetery, New Bedford.