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Louis S. Bluver
Aug 28, 2026
Louis S. Bluver of Rittenhouse Square, passed peacefully Friday, August 28, 2026. Lou, a life-long resident of Philadelphia, was predeceased by his parents Al and Edithe Bluver. He was a travel industry entrepreneur, owner of Inter-Continental Services, past President of the Philadelphia Travel Managers Association, extensive world traveler and a member of the Travelers’ Century Club, having traveled to over...
Russell J. Garrison, Jr.
Aug 21, 2026
Beloved husband of Elsie (nee Kulp), with whom he shared over 44 wonderful years of marriage. Loving father of Rick (Kristin), Debra Pieri (Steve), Jill Rivera (Nestor), Russell III and Joseph (Erika). Cherished Pop Pop to his many grandchildren, who brought tremendous joy and pride to his life. Dear brother of Virginia Carr and Carolyn Hoffman (George). Russell is also...
Susan Brookes
Aug 21, 2026
Susan Brookes (nee McCann) passed away suddenly on August 21, 2026.
Loving daughter of the late Daniel J. McCann, Jr., Helen McCann Bresnahan, and William Bresnahan, Sr. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Brookes, Jr. Dear sister of Daniel J. McCann, III (the late Carol), William Bresnahan, Jr., and the late Robert McCann, Diane Gross, Thomas Bresnahan, and Mary Zielinski. She...
Marie A. Bell (nee Belfield)
Aug 21, 2026
Marie A. Bell (nee Belfield) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on August 21, 2026. Beloved wife and soulmate of William Bell, Jr. Loving mother of Eileen Fiala (Walter), Barbara Valletto (Dawna Lund), William Bell III, and Carolyn Rullo. Cherished Grandmom of Ashley, Rebecca, Dana, Cara, Madelyn, and Abigail, and proud Great-Grandmom of Hazel, Walker, Joseph, and Ford....
Rosalie M. Clark
Aug 20, 2026
Rosalie M. Clark passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, at the age of 94.
Rosalie was a beloved mother to Carole Berkery, Helen Ward (the late Mitch), the late Michael Berkery, and John Berkery. She was a cherished Mom Mom to Erin, Ryan, Christina, Marty, Cheryl, Brian, Chris, Jessica, Tara, Shane, Hailey, and Madison, and a proud great-grandmother to 15...
Marian M. Jackson
Aug 18, 2026
Marian M. Jackson (nee MacGregor) passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, at the age of 101.
She was the beloved wife of the late John Jackson, Jr., and loving mother of John R. Jackson, III (the late Joanne), Marianne Smith (William J.), and Deborah Kunzig (Don). She was predeceased by her granddaughter, Marianne, and is survived by her grandchildren Michael,...
Patricia "Pat" J. Macready-Gardiner
Aug 17, 2026
Patricia “Pat” J. Macready-Gardiner (née McFadden) passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, just shy of her 80th birthday.
Pat was the beloved wife of Jim Gardiner and a devoted mother to Rich Macready, Joelle Craig (John), and Heather Bernard (John). She was a loving and doting Mom Mom to Brianna (Matt), Kelsey (Joe), Brittany (Nick),...
Barbara B. Thomas
Aug 17, 2026
Barbara B. Thomas (nee Uttrodt), passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was the beloved wife of the late Robert J. Thomas and the devoted mother of Christine Battaglia, Kimberly Perez (Pablo), and Beverly Krzywicki (James). Barbara was a loving Mom Mom to Tyler (Morgan), Peyton, Ryley, Logan, Emerson, Flash, and Xara, and a cherished...
Eric "Irv" D. Battaglia
Aug 16, 2026
Eric D. “Irv” Battaglia, age 41, suddenly passed away on August 16, 2026. Beloved son of Leon and Cindi (née Lukens) Battaglia. Loving brother of Ed (Sara), Leon (Jacqueline), and Bryan. Cherished uncle of Jack E., Kace R., Kaylee, and Brooke. Dear nephew of Jackie S., Joanne H., Maryellen L., Susan Coin (Mike), Theresa L., Frankie and Kristine C (Lorenzo)....
Barbara A. Ozell
Aug 15, 2026
Barbara A. Ozell (nee Bednarek) passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Alfred, for 60 years. Devoted mother of Karen Supinski (Chuck) and Ellen Donovan (Bill), and the loving Mom Mom of Billy (Danielle), Jenna (Greg), Nick (Claire), and Allie. She was also the cherished great-grandmother of Finnegan and Nicholas.
Barbara dedicated much of her...
Joseph G. Kain
Aug 12, 2026
Joseph G. “Pop” Kain, 94, passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly.
Born and raised in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood, Pop was a proud Philadelphian, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and a truly remarkable man. To those who knew him, he was simply Pop—and there will never be another quite...
Maryann DeMuro
Aug 11, 2026
Maryann DeMuro (née Costello), age 79, August 11, 2026. She was a retired cook for the Philadelphia School District. Loving wife of the late Edward Hilbert. Beloved grandmother of Samantha Kleinworth (Louis) and Amanda DeMuro. Dear great grandmother of Xavier, Lucas, McKenzie, Roman, Isabella, Amelia, and Jonah.
All services private at the request of her family.
Kathleen Regina Heron
Aug 8, 2026
Kathleen Regina Heron (nee Grimmer) passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026.
Beloved daughter of the late Lewis "Harry" and Regina Grimmer, Kathleen was a devoted mother to Joseph Heron, Patrick Heron (Suzy), and Michael Heron (Heather). She was the proud and loving grandmother of Shane, Michael, Rocco, Isabella, Jacob, and Lucas.
She is also survived by her dear brothers Lewis "Harry"...
John F Mauro
Aug 6, 2026
John F. Mauro passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026.
Beloved husband of Margaret (née Hughes) and the late Elizabeth (née Siegel). Loving father of the late Jerry Mauro (Annette) and Donna Mullin (Tom). Cherished Poppy of Lisa Carr, Lori Trautz (Steven), John Mauro (Lacey), Jerry Mauro, Sean Mullin, Annelizabeth Mullin, many great grandchildren. Dear brother of George Mauro and Ben...
Regina M. D'Alessandro
Aug 5, 2026
Regina M. D'Alessandro “Jean” (née Ricca) passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026, at the age of 90.
She was the devoted wife of the late Anthony D'Alessandro and the beloved mother of Regina Dailey (the late Mike), Anthony (Maria), and Teresa Hayes (Kevin). Jean was a proud and loving Gram to Anthony Foley (Annie), Colleen Dailey, Michele Lamoureux (Pascal), Melissa...
Diane J. Fanelli
Aug 4, 2026
Diane J. Fanelli (née Herbert) passed away peacefully surrounded by her girls on August 4, 2026 after overcoming multiple health battles throughout her life.
She was the loving mother of Aubree MacIntosh, Nicole Anderson (Mike), Jessica Fanelli, and Alexis Fanelli. Cherished Gram of Kennedy, Mikey, Luca, Carmelo, and Viviana. Dear sister of Bill Herbert (Kathleen), and the late Jack Herbert and...
Dr. Michael A. Schiavone, DDS
Aug 2, 2026
Dr. Michael A. Schiavone, DDS, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 93 years old.
Michael was the beloved husband of the late Rita Ungaro Schiavone, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and partnership. He was the devoted father of Michael A. Schiavone II, M.D. (Barbara Luther), Vincent J. Schiavone (Linda), Joseph...
Francis E. Henofer, Sr.
Jul 30, 2026
Francis E. Henofer, Sr. "Frank" passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, at the age of 96.
Beloved husband of 73 years to Anna (née Czop); devoted father of Deborah Golebiewski (Alan) and Frank E. Henofer, Jr. (Glenda); and cherished Pop Pop to 5 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was the dear brother of Robert Henofer and the late Richard...
Arthur (Ettore) DeLuca
Jul 28, 2026
Arthur “Ettore” DeLuca passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026 at the age of 102. He was born in Lago, Italy on February 13, 1924, and was the son to the late Fred DeLuca and Elvezia (Abate) DeLuca.
He is survived by his son, Arthur DeLuca (Barbara), and daughters, Ruth McGrath (Timothy), and Diane Bugieda (Thomas), as well as several grandchildren...
Gregory J. Zaborowski
Jul 26, 2026
Gregory J. Zaborowski passed away on July 26, 2026.Beloved son of the late Joseph and Loretta (née Siwinski). Loving brother of Jeffrey. Cherished uncle of Nicholas Zaborowski (Lauren) and Jessica Zaborowski (Michael).
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Greg spent his entire life in the city he proudly called home. He found great comfort and companionship in sharing his home with his...
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