A resident of Philadelphia. Beloved husband of Catherine (nee Root). Devoted father of 4 children. He is also survived by his 2 sisters, 10 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Relatives and friends are invited to Call Monday, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.), Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment St. Dominic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the above mentioned church.