Francine Dinneen Abraham was an example of integrity, grace, courage, kindness and simplicity. She passed away peacefully on July 1, 2021. Francine was born on January 9, 1946 in Pittsburgh, PA and raised in Oakland. She was the daughter to the late Margaret and Francis Dinneen.
An absolute inspiration to all who knew her, she committed her life to helping others. If you asked a hundred people who she was, they may tell you different stories. Francine was philanthropist who steadfastly focused on improving the lives of children. She had an extraordinary heart and a compassionate spirit that will be remembered by the graduates of The Neighborhood Academy that she took to Fallingwater every year. Francine was a member of the Board of Directors at Point Park University, The Neighborhood Academy, Attack Theatre, Kelly Strayhorn Theatre, and City Theatre and was a member of the Duquesne Club. Francine completed her undergrad at Point Park University and then attended Alliant International University in Mexico City, Mexico where she earned her master’s degree. Francine worked for 40 years at Mellon Bank and Ernst Young.
Francine loved to travel with her late husband of 37 years, Jim Abraham. They thoroughly enjoyed the arts. Her legacy will live through her cherished children; son Andrew Ferraro (Kim Aven) of New Castle and daughter Amy Ferraro (David Perl) of Monroeville. She leaves behind her loving grandchildren Julianna, Patrick and Kinley Ferraro. Her sister Elizabeth “Betty” Dinneen (Rich Boscarein) of Boulder, Colorado and brother David (Roberta) Dinneen of Chicago, Illinois.
She is preceded in death by her brothers Joseph Dinneen, James Dinneen and sister Margaret “Peggy” (Joe) Russos.
Francine was truly dedicated to living a purpose driven life and she will be celebrated at Phipps Conservatory And Botanical Gardens located at 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 on July 27, 2021 from 12PM to 3PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Neighborhood Academy 709 N. Aiken Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 in memory of Francine Abraham.
Entrusted by H.P. Brandt Funeral Home 412-364-4444
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