Benjamin J. DeFrancesco

Benjamin J. DeFrancesco, a Veteran of the US Armed Forces, passed away on October 22^nd, 2023, at age 90. Surviving Ben is his loving wife, Rita (DiBona) DeFrancesco; his children, Nanette Mittereder (Ken), Deanna Gillespie (Michael), Benjamin DeFrancesco (Andria), Andrea Inserra (Michael), Elena DeFrancesco (Michael); and grandchildren, Alexis, Jacob, Justin, Sydney, Brooke, Christopher, Matthew, and Sara. Nothing made Ben happier than having his entire family in one place, enjoying one another, and watching them grow. Ben set a wonderful example for his family, and they will cherish the support and love he showed them all.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM on Friday, October 27^th at St. Theresa Catholic Church, New Cumberland. Visitation will be held the evening prior, Thursday, October 26^th, from 4-6PM at Parthemore Funeral Home, New Cumberland. Interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in Ben’s name to his church, St. Theresa Catholic Church, 1300 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA 17070, or to a charity of your choice.