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Kathy E. DeFrancesco, 69, Altoona, passed away Friday at UPMC Altoona. Kathy was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Robert and Betty (Hill) Stoner.
She is survived by two sons, Robert L. DeFrancesco Jr. (Lisa) of Bellwood and Michael S. DeFrancesco (Kathleen) of Altoona; a daughter, Danielle E. DeFrancesco (Scott) of Altoona; three grandchildren: Robert (Cortlynn), Travis and Troy; a brother, Robert Stoner; a sister, Patty Leaper; many nieces and nephews; and her cats, Alley and Ivory.
She was preceded in death by Robert DeFrancesco Sr.; and a sister, Jayne Hughes.
Kathy retired as housekeeper/manager for Hampton Inn.
She loved animals, drawing, doing coloring books, playing video games, playing cards, thrifting and going to auctions.
Friends will be received from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc., 2309 Broad Ave., Altoona, where a funeral service will follow at 6 p.m., with Pastor Douglas McGaffin officiating.
Interment will be at Carson Valley Cemetery.
The family requests that memorial contributions be made in Kathy's memory to Central Pennsylvania Humane Society, 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602.
Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.