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Peggyann Ferro
May 26, 2026
Peggyann “Peg/Margaret” Ferro (née Wade) passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at the age of 80, surrounded by her loving family.
Peg was the beloved wife of the late Eugene “Gene” Ferro and devoted mother of Lisa Schaefer (Greg), Bernadette Reiling (John), and Gene Ferro (Kim). She was the cherished Grandmother of Amber Rose, Allison Leigh, John William, Tristan Gene,...
Joseph A. St. Marie, Sr.
May 21, 2026
Joseph A. St. Marie, Sr., age 92, passed away on May 21, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Clara (née Schwoyer). Loving father of Ronald St. Marie, Daniel St. Marie (Trudi), Mark St. Marie (Christina), Richard St. Marie (Joanie), Deborah Nuttal (Jim), James St. Marie (Jennifer), Francis St. Marie (Susan), Christopher St. Marie, and the late Joseph and Michael St....
Joanne M. Steinmetz
May 20, 2026
Joanne M. Steinmetz (née Moscufo) passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026.
She was the beloved wife of the late Richard Steinmetz and the former wife of John Ellis. Joanne was the devoted mother of Lori Colflesh (Marc) and the loving Nanny of Adam. Dear sister of Janis Clark (Barry), Margaret “Peggy” Colacicco (Bobby), Kathleen “Kathy” Robinson (Raynor), and John Moscufo....
Doris M. Vitello
May 20, 2026
Doris M. Vitello, (née Gallagher), age 89, passed away on May 20, 2026. Beloved wife of 63 years to the late Fred Vitello. Loving mother of Valerie Vitello (Gary Grisafi) and Fred Vitello. She was preceded in death by her siblings June Hughes, Miriam Wiley, Frances Hall, and Hugh Gallagher. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Relatives...
Albert J. Junktis
May 19, 2026
Albert J. Junktis passed away suddenly on May 19, 2026.
He was the devoted father of Scott Junktis and Kelly Culp (Steven). Loving Pop to his grandchildren and beloved brother of the late Anthony Junktis. He will also be deeply missed by his grandpup, Bella.
A proud Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, Albert dedicated himself to both his country and his...
Vicente Issac Cordova
May 19, 2026
Vicente Issac Cordova of Philadelphia passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2026, with his family and friends by his side.
Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, Vicente came to the United States of America at the age of four. He graduated from Lincoln High School and was working as a manager at Whole Foods, in Philadelphia.
Vicente was a devoted father to his son...
Martina D. Kalamas
May 17, 2026
Martina D. Kalamas (née Muldowney) passed away on May 17, 2026.
Beloved wife of the late Martin. Loving mother of Kristina Tancredi (Jeff Dort), Colleen Somal (Jack), and Megan Laubscher (M.C.). Cherished Nanny to Jenna, Jack, Maddan, Lila, Christian, and Josephine. Dear sister of Maureen Gural (Chris) and Edward Muldowney. Martina is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Martina was...
George C. Wagner
May 17, 2026
George C. Wagner passed away on May 17, 2026.
Loving father of George Wagner (Amy). Cherished Grandpop of Brandon. Dear brother of the late William Wagner (Lois) and the late Helen Baker. George is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Born in Philadelphia, George spent his entire career working in the bar and restaurant industry, a profession...
Barbara J. Rossman
May 16, 2026
Barbara J. Rossman passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at the age of 66. She was the beloved daughter of the late George and Mary Rossman.
Barbara was the loving sister of Teresa Dougherty (Joe), Mary Sue Rossman, Georgine Miller (the late Jimmy), Jeanne Korhonen (Mike), and the late George Henry Rossman, Jr. She is also survived by many loving...
Geoffrey W. Crowder
May 16, 2026
Geoffrey W. Crowder passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at the age of 82. He was the beloved husband of the late Diana Crowder, loving father of David (Leesa) and Dean (Sherri Spina), and cherished grandfather of DJ. He was also the dear stepbrother of Cindy. Services and interment will be held privately.
Antoinette "Toni" Feldbaum
May 15, 2026
Antoinette “Toni” Feldbaum (née Raczynski) passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at the age of 92. She was the beloved wife of the late David Feldbaum and was predeceased by her siblings John Raczynski (Marie) and family, and Elizabeth Masciulli.
Toni was a loving and devoted aunt to Vincent Masciulli and his daughter, Victoria; Earle Masciulli (Leanna) and his daughter,...
John P. Mercurio
May 12, 2026
John P. Mercurio, age 87, of Flagler Beach, FL, previously Philadelphia, PA, passed away on May 12, 2026 at the age of 87. John served his country in the U.S. Army and was a retired Deputy Director for the Veterans Administration in Philadelphia.
John was preceded in death by the love of his life Margaret “Peg” Mercurio (née Neville). Beloved father...
Joseph J. Hines
May 12, 2026
Joseph J. Hines passed away on May 12, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Rose Betty (nee Fumer) and the late Margaret (nee Magnolio). Loving father of Eric (Diane) and devoted stepfather of Cindy, Robert, Joseph, and Elizabeth. Cherished Pop to Katrinia, Timmy, Joe, Frank, Brian, Bradley, Michael, Nicole, Jennifer, Tim, and Chris Golden, and Great Pop to many loving...
Darlene "Dee" Starkey
May 12, 2026
Darlene “Dee” Starkey (née Vale) passed away on May 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 71. Cherished daughter of the late Betty Jean and Merton Vale. Beloved wife of Joseph. Loving mom of Elizabeth (Jim), Donna Starkey, Christine Murphy, and Jennifer Starkey. Adored Grandmom of Tyler, Molly, Avery, Andre Jr., Brianna, Jacob, Matthew, and Michael....
Harold "Bud" Reid
May 11, 2026
Harold "Bud" Reid passed away on May 11, 2026 at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Alice (née Kichula). Loving father of Heather Papaleo (James) and the late Todd Reid. Dear Pop of Jimmy Papaleo and brother of Marylou Schultz (Harold). Also survived by nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday evening, May 14,...
JoAnn M. Flaville
May 10, 2026
JoAnn M. Flaville passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Norman, Sr. and Jennie Flaville. Loving and devoted mother to Matthew. Cherished sister of Pat, Norman, and James, and beloved godmother of Christopher. Dear friend to many. JoAnn is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members who will miss her...
Michael J. Gross
May 8, 2026
Michael J. Gross passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026.
Beloved husband of the late Barbara Gross and devoted father of Deborah Grech (Michael), Russell Hull, Kenneth Edmonds (Diana), and the late Ruthellyn Brown. He was a loving Pop-pop to seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Dear brother of Joseph (Donna), Nicholas (Claire), Margaret Johnson (the late Bill), Maria Hogan (the late Jack),...
Michael P. Fitzgerald
May 8, 2026
Detective Michael Fitzgerald, age 68, unexpectedly passed away on May 8, 2026. He was retired from the Philadelphia Police Department after 30 years of service.
Beloved husband of Barbara Fitzgerald. Stepfather of Michael Smerker and the late Stephen and Joseph Smerker. Dear grandfather of Alexa Perez-Smerker. Brother of Bill Fitzgerald (Donna). Uncle of Bill Fitzgerald (Cindy), Melissa, Hailey, and Olivia...
George H. Gehring
May 7, 2026
George H. Gehring passed away on May 7, 2026. Beloved husband of 21 years to Maureen Gaffney Gehring. Dear father of Pam, Melissa, George, and Joseph Gehring. Stepfather of Bridget Gaffney and the late Christopher Gaffney. Loving Pop of Ryan, MaryRose, Olivia, Mila, and Kayleigh. Brother of May, Anthony, and John.
George will also be sadly missed by his in-laws Joseph...
Dolores M. King
May 7, 2026
In loving memory of Dolores M. King (née Spirk), age 86, who passed away on May 7, 2026. Beloved wife of the late William A. King. Loving mother of Margie Bodo (Jim Wright). Dear grandmother of Samantha Bodo (Matthew Kreft) and Matthew Bodo. Also survived by nieces, nephews, step-grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday, May 13,...
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