Elaine G. Franciosa, daughter of the late Alden and Beatrice (Engle) Stroble passed away on October 3rd, 2009 at St. Lukes VNA Hospice House, Bethlehem, PA. Personal: Born in Easton on June 13th, 1931, Elaine and her husband of 57 years, Michael V. Franciosa enjoyed hiking, camping and traveling together. Elaine enjoyed equestrian activities and was an avid golfer while a member at Harkers Hollow Golf Club in New Jersey and Northampton Country Club in Easton.

Survivors : She is survived by her husband Judge Michael V. Franciosa, daughter Michele Gall and Son-in- Law Edd J. Gall formerly of Whitehall, currently of Virginia, Three grandsons, brother-in-law Dr. Joseph Franciosa of New York, sister-in-law Robin McGarry of New York and four nieces and nephews. Elaine is preceded in death by her brothers Kenneth Stroble and Robert Stroble and a nephew Thomas Stroble.

Services: Calling hours will be held Tuesday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm with a prayer service at 8 PM in the Morello Funeral Home Inc 3720 Nicholas St. Palmer Twp. Interment will be private in St. Anthonys Cemetery, Williams Twp.

Contributions: Donations are being accepted in lieu of flowers for the Dystonia Foundation One East Wacker Drive Suite 2810 Chicago, IL 60601-1905 or to St. Lukes VNA Hospice House 2455 Black River Road Bethlehem, PA 18015.