Irene Walsh, 83, of Philadelphia, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 21, 2018.  Loving mother of Jean Hyde (nee Stevens),  the late James Merriman, and Ann Marie Mines (the late Daniel), dear grandmother of Kimberly Vitelli (Mark), Michelle Bruno (Frank), and Michael Hyde, great grandmother of Daniel, Isabella, Mark, Anna, Victoria, Grace, and Francesca.
Daughter of the late Blazej and Antonia Randa. Sister of the late Agnes Harer and Emily Palko (the late Edward).
Irene was a strong willed and strong minded woman who found great strength in the Catholic faith.  She cherished her family and friends.  She was a long time employee of Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals and a proud member of the of the Calvary Seniors.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday 9 to 10:15 AM, Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024 Knights Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19154, followed by her Funeral Mass 10:30 AM.  Interment - Sunset Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Heart Assoc. 5455 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43214 or to the above mentioned church in her memory would be appreciated.