"Rick and Paul, I was so saddened when I heard we lost your mother. She truly was a very dear friend to me and I enjoyed many wonderful times. Be rest assured you, your mother and the entire Lombardi family are in my thoughts and prayers, Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy. James L. Sullivan Bristol, Rhode Island "
In loving memory of
Frances V. Lombardi
June 29, 1931 - April 14, 2021
Frances V. (Bottiglieri) Lombardi, 89, of Middletown passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, in the Grand Island Health Care Center. She was the wife of the late Henry F. Lombardi, Sr.
Born in Bristol, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Frances (Cicero) Bottiglieri.
She is survived by her two sons Henry F. (Rick) Lombardi, Jr. and his wife C Lyn and Paul A. Lombardi all of Middletown, RI. He also leaves three beloved grandchildren, C Patrick Lombardi, C Tara Lombardi and Sara Lombardi all of Middletown.
There was nothing she loved more than visits and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a great Italian cook and there was always dish going out the door for her neighbors. She really enjoyed late night lively poker games with her sister in laws. She also was an avid bowler at the Aquidneck Lanes.
Fran along with Hank were the resident managers at Northgate Apartments for 7 years. She was also very active in local real estate for over 30 year working with Capitol Reality and Kuykendall Realty. She also worked at Newport Grand/ Jai Alai for 30 years as a cashier.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 am in St. Lucy's Church, 909 West Main Road, Middletown, RI. Her Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 9:00 am. Please remember masks and social distancing are mandatory. Burial will take place in St. Columba Cemetery, Browns Lane, Middletown, RI.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to The Potter League or Visiting Nurses of Newport County
Tributes
"Fran my Friend RIP. Enjoyed working at Newport Grand with you, your quick wit was just a small part of your great Personality. Rick, Paul & Family, my Sincere Condolences on Fran\'s Passing, Fran & Family will be in my Prayers."
"To Fran?s family and friends: We were so sad to hear of Fran?s passing. She was always an amazing neighbor when we moved in next door 4 years ago. I loved seeing her on Paquin chatting about how the neighborhood has changed over the years. She made me laugh often and felt like she was the life of the party. Will miss her dearly. "
"Sending my Love and Sympathies. Auntie Frances will be missed."
"Paul, Rick, Tara, Patrick, Sarah and entire family, we are very sorry for your loss. Franny was an amazing lady. We love her and she will be dearly missed! May she Rest In Peace."
"Rick and the entire Lombardi family my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very trying time. May your mom rest in peace !!!!! "
"I want to express my sadness with the passing of Fran. She was a wonderful woman, a spitfire, a great mom and I am sure a fantastic grandmother. I used to enjoy our conversations about people that our families knew back in Bristol, our recipe swaps and just good old fashioned gossip. She will be missed. Sending my condolences and prayers."