Patricia A. (Francks) DiFranco of Willow Grove, formerly of Hackettstown, N.J., passed away Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008, at her residence, while in the company of family members. She was 59. Born in Queens, N.Y. on Dec. 23, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Bertram and Rose (Cusack) Francks. Patricia was the beloved wife of Vincent James DiFranco for 40 years. She was the principal's secretary at Willow Grove Elementary in Hackettstown, N.J. for 23 years, where they honored her by naming the Humanitarian Award after her. Patricia was an avid runner and cyclist. She was the loving mother of Dawn Harris, James C. DiFranco (Christine), and Kelly Masnjak (Robert); and the sister of Maureen Giracello, and Bertram and John Francks. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, at John J. Bryers Funeral Home, 406 N. Easton Road, Willow Grove. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. at Saint David Church. Interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her name to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103 would be appreciated. www.bryersfh.com