At the age of 36, passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 16, 2013. He could not find peace here and is now at rest with his mother Margaret, his father Francis, and his sister Marianne. Loving father of Samantha and her mother Jillian Slavin. Dear brother of Francis, Michael (Rita), Thomas (Lori), Elizabeth, Jane (Richard), Julie (Jim), and Linda; also survived by 18 nieces and nephews and 5 great nieces and great nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday 8 to 9:45 AM, St. Bernard Church, Cottage & Bleigh Sts., Phila., followed by his Funeral Mass 10 AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Samantha Gleason Education Fund would be appreciated.