Beloved husband of the late Caroline.  Devoted father of Karen Plizak (Robert) and the late James N. (Jeanette), loving grandfather of James, Nicholas, Melissa, Robert Jr., and Maria, great grandfather of James and Benjamin; also survived by his sisters Marge Dobbins, Laura Yowler, Christine Banford, and the late Alice Zeltner.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday 9:30 AM, St. Matthew Church, 3000 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, followed by his Funeral Mass 10:30 AM.  Interment is Our Lady of Grace Cemetery.