Christina Franciotti Alcamo
Christina Franciotti Alcamo of Townsend, DE, passed away peacefully at home on February 8, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Baltimore, MD on the Fourth of July, Christina was the daughter of the late Stefano Franciotti and Filomena (Pullifrone) Franciotti. She was a true Yankee Doodle Dandy and delighted in the fact that the entire country celebrated her birthday.
Christina was the daughter of Italian immigrants and very proud of her heritage. She loved to travel and explore new places. Christina was a talented artist and spent her free time painting, crafting, and sewing. She enjoyed cooking delectable meals for her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, Christina was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Frank P. Alcamo; and grandson, Matthew Gallaway. She is survived by her children, Patricia E. Choruzy (Nicholas), Diane C. Juda (Wes), and Donna Willoughby (Steven); grandchildren, Christopher Gallaway (Michelle), Kristina Bocanegra (Jayson), Angela Willoughby, Anthony Juda (Tonia), and Katie Juda; and great-grandchildren, Phillip, Owen, Wesley, Ella, and Ezra.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:30 am until 11:30 am on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 319 East Main Street, Middletown, DE, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11:30 am. A committal service will follow in the chapel of Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Christina’s memory to Townsend Volunteer Fire Co., 107 Main Street, Townsend, DE, 19734.
Louise Colianni
I am so sorry for your loss. Christian’s was a lovely person.
Kara Flynn
Sending all our love to our beautiful cousins on the loss of a wonderful and loving aunt. Aunt Deana was truly one of the best people I ever knew. So kind, generous and thoughtful. You knew you were in the company of someone special. Sending love on this loss. ❤️
Debbie Rittiluechai
Aunt Chris was one of my favorite Aunts even though we weren’t able to see her as often as we would have liked. She will be missed.
Catherine Priem
She was such a wonderful person. Sending love and hugs to the family
The Priem Family
Bob and Beth Alcamo
The Alcamo’s of Pennsylvania will forever remember Aunt Chris as a gracious member of America’s Greatest Generation. She always welcomed us with open arms and her contagious smile. We are comforted in knowing that she and Uncle Frank are together once again and will be forever.
Bob, Beth, Alicia, Christina & Nicole.
Wayne Nelson
I am so sorry for your loss. Please bear in mind that she led a wonderful and fulfilling life and leaves a legacy of a loving family. Remember all the little funny moments you all shared.
Alice franciotti
Christina was one of my favorite people. To know her was to love her. She will be missed .
Kimberly Patricia Braun
Dear Aunt Deana it’s been years since I seen I seen but my childhood memories are not forgotten all the great times we had together you were such a sweet heart I always loved you and miss you.Sweet dreams.Kimberly (Meninger)Braun
Lynn Hughey
Chris was one of my best friends, I was so blessed to have had her in my life. I looked forward to every visit with her. She is an example of class and love to all who have been so fortunate to know her. She will be missed tremendously and my prayers go out to her wonderful family, each one of you are a blessing in my life.