Frances Susan Dumaine's Obituary
Frances Dumaine of Gulfport, FL went to be with our Lord, Wednesday November 29, 2023 at home surrounded by loving family.
Born in Waterbury CT, to the late Mary Gaudino and Michael Zappone; she was predeceased by her parents; beloved stepfather, Michael Gaudino; and brother Robert Gaudino. Frances was the consummate wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her greatest accomplishments are her family. Family dinners and holidays are legendary in her household. No one was left sad or hungry. All were welcome. She spent hours and days preparing family favorites along with her trusty sidekick Roland, her loving husband of 67 years. They built a family dynasty of love that is unrivaled!
Survivors include her husband, Roland; 5 children, Darlene Fillie, Lisa Dumaine (Dale), Michael Dumaine (Bonnie), Kathy Dumaine Mehlin, and Christine Dumaine Rooney (Steve);
11 Grandchildren, Christopher Fillie, Jeremy Fillie (Leslie), Cody Dumaine, Jason White, Michael Dumaine Jr, Nick Dumaine, Zachary Mehlin, Olivia Dumaine, Julia Mehlin, Gianna Rooney, and Thomas J. Rooney; 5 Great-Grandchildren, Evie Fillie, Ellie Fillie, Jackson White, Layla White, and Rae Marie Fillie; sister Elizabeth Falcone (Anthony); sister-in-law, Carol Gaudino; and countless nieces, nephews, and cousins who were part of her extended loving family.
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