Obituaries
Robert D. DiFrancesco, 82
December 17, 2020
Robert D. DiFrancesco, 82, died December 17, 2020 at Select Specialty Hospital-UPMC Pinnacle, Harrisburg, PA. He was born January 23, 1938 in Philadelphia, PA. He was the son of the late Arturo and Esterina (Luciano) DiFrancesco of Mystic Islands, NJ. Loving husband of MaryAnn (Cavicchio) DiFrancesco, wife of 60 years.
Bob worked tirelessly as an Operator Engineer for the International Order of Operator Engineers Local 542 for 45 years. He devoted 25 years as a member of the Boy Scouts of America where he received the Order of the Arrow. He was also a member of Chandler Lodge No. 227, F. & A.M. of Reading, PA, National Camping Travelers – East Penn Chapter 12 where he was a past 5th District Director, and a Sir Knight in the Order of the Amaranth – Lancaster Court #70 where he was a Deputy Grand Royal Patron.
He had many family and friends with whom he made lasting relationships. He enjoyed camping, family, and hanging out with his grandchildren.
In addition to his loving wife, Bob is survived by three children: Regina (William) Bellamy of Runnemede, NJ, Ronald DiFrancesco of Perkiomenville, PA, and Ronda (David) Rice of Denver, PA; six grandchildren: Kristina, Ashley, Rachel, Nicholas, Ryan, and Stephanie; as well as three great-grandchildren: Jace, Jaxon, and Avery. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his son: Robert.
Services are private and being conducted at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Amaranth Diabetes Research, c/o Kimberly Webster, P.O. Box 423, West Middlesex, PA 16159. Please state “charity project” in the memo line.
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Condolences to the Family
December 21, 2020
Since the first time I ever met Bob in the Order of the Amaranth, Inc., years ago, he was always so pleasant and jolly and just a lot of fun to be around. My deepest wishes of sympathy to MaryAnn and the family on his passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers! He will be missed! RIP, Bob!! 😢❤️❤️
Hilda Ennis
December 20, 2020
Sending our condolences and we will keep your family in our prayers 🙏🙏🙏 Mr. & Mrs. Frank Luciano Sr.
December 20, 2020
Bella started to cry when I showed this to her. She as many happy memories of Bob camping. Maryann. Dan and I are so sorry for your loss. Love a d prayers to you and the family.
December 20, 2020
Rest In Peace Bob. Great times camping together. Hugs and prayers to the family.
Larry and Janet
December 20, 2020
John and I thought the world of Bob. He was always ready to help, have fun, be the fun and always smiling and laughing. He was a lucky man having all of you watching over him. So sorry for your loss. Joan and John
December 19, 2020
Rest In Peace Mr. D. Thank you for being a happy chapter in my book of life. Love and prayers to the entire family.
Jim Wolfenden
December 19, 2020
So sorry for your loss sending many prayers to the family. RIP Bobby we will miss you 😘
Kathy Luciano DelSignore