Frances Mary Baccino [Pia], KHS 1948

The obituary, shown below, was originally published in the January 18, 2015 issue of The Daily Local News (West Chester, PA).


Frances M. Pia of Kennett Square
Frances M. Pia, 84, a lifetime resident of Kennett Square, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, at the Chester County Hospital. She was the wife of Bruno J. Pia, who passed away in 2002, and with whom she shared 52 years of marriage. Born in Wilmington, Del., she was the daughter of the late Frank and Secondina Olivieri Baccino. Mrs. Pia was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, gardening, and she was a St. Francis to all animals. She was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church and the Kennett Area Senior Center. She was a beloved mother and friend to many, and loved by all who knew her. She practiced her Christian principles by her many actions and by the way she lived her life. She is survived by one son, Bruno R. Pia of Avondale; one daughter, Theresa “Terry” Pia of Kennett Square; one sister, Louise Saccucci of West Grove; three grandchildren and one great-grandson. She was predeceased by one daughter, Julia Pia, one brother, Angelo Zunino and one sister, Marie Pia. You are invited to visit with her family and friends from 8:15 to 9:15, on Wednesday morning, Jan. 21, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street, Kennett Square. Her Funeral Mass will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Church, 212 Meredith Street, Kennett Square. Burial will be in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Route 82, Kennett Square. In memory of Mrs. Pia, a contribution may be made to St. Patrick’s Church, 205 Lafayette Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348 Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com