A U. S. Army Veteran and former member of the Phila. Police Dept. He retired after 39 years at the rank of Staff Inspector. Survived by his wife Margaret (nee Furphy). Father of Margaret, and Joseph (Janine). Loving Grandpop of Sara, Connor, and Aaron. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends. Please join us Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014, from 10-11:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.). Funeral Service 11:30 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to Gift of Life Donor Program, 401 N. 3rd St., Phila., PA 19123, would be appreciated.