Frances Palaia

March 7, 1960 - September 10, 2020

Frances Michiko (Swift) Palaia, 60 of Old Bridge, New Jersey passed peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2020, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born Monday, March 7, 1960 in New York, New York. Frances was the adored daughter to Haruye Swift and the late Larry Swift. Frances grew up in Nanuet, Rockland County, New York and was a graduate of Friends World College. Frances worked human resources for Northeastern New England Motor Freight in Elizabeth, NJ. Frances married the love of her life Frank and soon after the two moved to Old Bridge where they have made their lives for the past 22 years. Frances was a lover of the arts and music. She was a wonderful singer and enjoyed her time with the Heart of New Jersey Choir. Frances is a parishioners at Matawan Presbyterian Church. Frances is predeceased by her father Larry Swift and father in-law Gerardo Palaia. She is survived by her loving husband of 24 years Frank, her beloved mother Haruye Swift and her caring sister Carol Swift. And survived by many in-laws, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.HegartyScaliaFuneralHome.com