Frances A. DiFiori

FRANCES A. DIFIORI (nee Johnson) age 89, beloved wife for 66 years of the late Joseph; adored mother of Vicki Croshier (husband Van III), Toni M. Forte (husband Michael) and JoAnn Fischer (husband Frederick); devoted grandmother of Van Croshier IV, Matthew Croshier (Abbey O'Brien), Michael Forte (wife Dana), Andrea Minello, Elaine Forte, Joseph Kocsis, Erin Phillips and Jacob Bialosky (wife Courtney); and great grandmother of 17; cherished daughter of the late John and Edith (nee Mylchreest) Johnson; dearest sister of the late Marie Klimak, Eileen Trende and Jean Sprungl; treasured daughter-in-law to the late Joseph and Emma DiFiori; dear sister-in-law of Donna and the late Joseph Suster, Dan and the late JoAnn DiFiori; fond aunt and great aunt of many.

Frances was born on April 17, 1936. She attended Cleveland South High School and later married the love of her life. She was very devoted to her family as a homemaker. Frances was a wonderful cook! She enjoyed sharing her talents in ceramics. She travelled extensively, particularly to Las Vegas. She was a loyal Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Indians fan. Frances often displayed fortitude and will be remembered for her Irish wit. Frances was very friendly, fun-loving and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name by clicking HERE.

Relatives and Friends are requested to meet for the Mass of Christian Burial THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2025, at St. Clare Catholic Church at 10 AM.

 Burial following at All Souls Cemetery. 

The Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Frances at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) WEDNESDAY at 3-7 PM.