Obituary of Francis Xavier Desharnais

Francis Xavier Desharnais Chester, New York Francis Xavier Desharnais, 53, ofChesterdied Friday, December 13, 2013 atPhoenixvilleHospitalinPhoenixville,PA. Frank was born June 20, 1960 in theBronx, NY, the son of Joseph G. Desharnais, Sr. and Marian (Masefield) Desharnais. He was the Director of Finance at Turner Investments,Berwyn,PA, an avid golfer, and a big NY sports fan. Frank had such a generous heart and spirit. He did so much for his family and friends. He was a true blessing and his passing leaves a large void in all of our lives. He is survived by his parents, Joseph and Marian Desharnais; brothers and sisters, Laura Carbone and husband Angelo, Jeff Desharnais and wife Valerie, John Desharnais and wife Maria, Michael Desharnais and wife Tara, Terry Malone and husband Larry, Jim Desharnais and wife Marcela, and Margaret O'Neill; 7 nieces and 4 nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 18 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM & 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc,82 South Church Street,Goshen,NY. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 am on Thursday, December 19 at St. Columba R. C. Church,27 High St,Chester,NYwith Father John officiating. Burial will follow in St. Columba Cemetery,Chester,NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frank's name to St. Jude's Children's Hospital,P.O. Box1000Dept142,Memphis,TN38101-9908. Arrangements under the care of the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc.,Goshen,NY www.donovanfunerals.com.