Frances Riola Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Frances Riola of Rochester, New York, who passed away at the age of 88, on January 12, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Frances Riola to show support.

She was predeceased by: her granddaughter Francesca; and her mother Karen (Frankie). She is survived by: her children, Richard Riola (Mary Beth), Cheryl Ziogas (Steve), Karen Riola, Sharon Riola, John Riola (Mary Kay), Josette Lindsey-Padulo (Rich) and Jaqueline Freedman (Dave); her grandchildren, Ricky, Michael, Corey, Cameron, Steven Z., Christopher, Stephanie of Nicole, CJ, Samantha, Danielle, Stacey, Steven R., Shannon, Jaclyn, Raeghan, Tyler and Daniel; and her brother Philip Profetta (Nancy). She is also survived by several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, memorials may be made to Hildebrandt Hospice 2652 Ridgeway Ave. Rochester, NY 14626.