I was deeply saddened to hear about Fran's recent passing.  She and I had been great friends, more than just co-workers, for at least fifteen years as well as after we both retired.  She was very thoughtful and kind.  My wife, Cathy, and I always appreciated how she kept in touch even after we moved from Michigan to South Carolina.  It was a delight to receive one of her cards just to say hi.  Our phone conversations were always treasured as well.  We'll miss her.  Hers was a life well-lived.  We send our sincere condolences to her whole family.  

John and Cathy Pacholek 

Chi was a very special person to me. She was a  kind and loving person. I admired the zest of life she had. I am so glad that I got to spend time with her and got to know her more. She was like a second mother  to me. I love her with all my heart and she will be missed. 

I knew Mrs Abate’s for a long time. She was beautiful inside and out.  She always was dressed perfect. Make up just right.  Funny too.  I loved her very much. I will miss her dearly.

I’m so sorry for your loss. My Mom is Jessie Ancona and she was a friend of your Mom’s. We came to your Mom’s birthday party 2 years ago. Mary Hackett was also a friend of your Mom’s. Unfortunately, Mary and my Mom recently passed away as well, on April 5th and April 11th. They both contracted Covid 19 in nursing homes. My Mom was there for rehab and was about to come home. Mary was there permanently because she needed more care. Again, I am so sorry for your loss, praying for your family. They are all together once again!! ❤️🙏

RIP chi chi. To Dolly and all the family. So sorry for your loss. It just got me that , I met chi over 25 years ago and I never knew her name was Francis. Beautiful classy lovely lady you will always be chi chi to me..love you . I'm gonna miss that million dollar smile..

I worked with Frances for many years and she became one of my best friends.  We had a lot in common and would talk for hours on the phone.  Frances was a kind, thoughtful, generous and loving lady.  I know she will be missed by her family that she loved so much.  I will miss her too.  Love you girlfriend!

I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m so blessed to have met Chi when I met Joey. She would call me all the time.  

The late Joseph Abate

Vincent (Rina) Abate

The late Joseph (Adriane) Abate

Josephine "Dolly" (Edwin) Gregory

Vinnie (Baili) Abate

Lauren (Matt) Ponke

Destiny Abate

Joe Gregory

Lisa (Eric) Brady

Isabelle, Luke, Zachary, Ellie, Leo, Giavanna, Marco, and Vincent

The late Charles Lopresti

Tina Saydak

Mary Kowalski

Jenny DeGregory

Anthony Lopresti

Cherished friend of the late Richard Tirakian. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.


Chi was born on March 2, 1928 in Berks County, Pennsylvania to Onofrio and Carmella Lopresti.

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Frances "Chi" Theresa Abate

March 2, 1928 – May 9, 2020

Kaul Funeral Home

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