Frances P. Riccio

Frances P. Riccio (Theofania Kallona), 88, widow of Daniel F.Riccio, entered eternal rest at Maefair Health Care Center, Trumbull on January 25, 2011. Frances was born on April 17, 1922 in Piraeus, Greece. “Fanoula” or “Fani” as she was affectionately called, was the daughter of Angelina Diamondopoulos Ianuly and Tolia Ianuly. She is survived by her sister, Helen Kardos. She also leaves to treasure her memory her children, Ellen Ciotti Conte Neeley (Kenneth), Ronald Ciotti, Pamela Riccio (Al), her grandchildren Mark Conte (Renee), Nicole Ebert ( Jason), Sean Conte ( Danielle), and Michael Conte. She was great-grandmother to Tessa, Lily, Andrew, Alexander and Gavin Conte and Haile and Jacob Ebert. Frances was predeceased by her son, Jeffrey Ciotti and her brothers, Steve and Nicholas Ianuly. Frances played an important role in the formation of Action for Bridgeport Community Development Inc.(A.B.C.D.) and devoted her life to assisting those families who needed support. For many years she volunteered for the American Red Cross. She also worked for the University of Bridgeport at which she developed a love for students from the international community. She loved Duckpin bowling, photography, traveling to her homeland, the beach, and exercising. Most of all she loved spending time with her beloved children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be remembered for her talent in art, cooking, and story telling. Thank you to the caring staff at Maefair Health Care Center and Masonic Hospice Care. A celebration of her life will take place at the Spadaccino Funeral Home 315 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe, where calling hours will take place on Friday, January 28, 2011 from 5-7pm. Friends and family are invited to attend the funeral on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 12 noon, DIRECTLY in St. Ambrose Church, 1596 Boston Ave., Bridgeport. Interment will be at St. Michael’s cemetery. In lieu of flowers please send a contribution in memory of Frances to American Red Cross, St. Dimitri’s Church, or St. Ambrose Church.

“A mother who’s always willing to listen and advise, yet never pretends to have all the answers, an angel who’s a calming presence in sad times, who shares comfort when it’s called for, a gentle smile when it’s needed most.

A woman we respect and admire, a mother with a gift for nurturing, someone who means so very much to us and to everyone who’s fortunate enough to have her special touch in their lives.” We will miss you!

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