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Patti "Patticakes" Naples

Patti "Patticakes" Naples

May 1, 2021

Patti passed away unexpectedly on May 1, 2020.

Loving daughter of Patricia (nee Devlin) and the late Thomas Mezico.  Beloved sister of Michelle Andrulonis, and Tracy Mundy (David).  Adored aunt of Tristan (June), Amanda (Tom), Colin, Jordan; great aunt of Jackson, Gianna, Maclin, and Owen.  Also survived by many loving family and friends, especially Barbara Greenwood.

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Olga Viellot

Olga Viellot

Apr 30, 2021

Relatives and friends are invited to Livestream Olga's Service, Friday, May 7, 2021, at 10:30 AM.

Please click here to live stream her service.

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Joanne I. Gargani (Nee Vallorani) Revised

Joanne I. Gargani (Nee Vallorani) Revised

Apr 30, 2021

***REVISED***

Loving wife of Adam.  Beloved mother of Adam (Linda), John (Debbie), Gina Montgomery (Stephen), David (Laura).  Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and siblings Vincent, Maryanne, Roseanne, and Lisa.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, 8:30 - 9:15 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA...

Florine M. Peters (Nee Lalumera)

Florine M. Peters (Nee Lalumera)

Apr 29, 2021

Florine M. Peters (nee Lalumera) passed April 29, 2021.  Devoted mother of Franny and his wife Kerry.  Loving Gram of Ashley, Alissa, and Angelina, great grandmother of Joey Dean.  Dear sister of Mary Sheridan, Michael Lalumera, Jacqueline Labree, Ella "Sissy" Lalumera, and the late Joella Dietrich.  Loving companion of Tony Martin; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and her...

Cheryl L. Kerr (Nee Humphreys)

Cheryl L. Kerr (Nee Humphreys)

Apr 27, 2021

Cheryl L. Kerr (nee Humphreys) passed suddenly April 27, 2021.  Beloved wife of Edward.  Devoted mother of Amanda, Ryan, Abigail, Riley, Jack, and Blake.  Loving daughter of James and Etta Humphreys.  Dear sister of Cynthia Humphreys and Michael Humphreys. Loving sister-in-law and aunt of many nieces and nephews.  Daughter-in-law of George and Mary Kerr. Cheryl will also be sadly missed...

David J. Topoleski

David J. Topoleski

Apr 27, 2021

David J. Topoleski passed away suddenly on April 27, 2021. David was a graduate of Temple University. Son of the late John and Dolores Topoleski. Loving brother of Lisa Topoleski (John), Cynthia Topoleski (Paul), John Topoleski and Paul Topoleski. Uncle of Michael Iannotti, Evan Topoleski, Julia Topoleski, Jacob Topoleski, the late Elizabeth Iannotti and beloved Great Uncle of Thomas...

Elizabeth "Libby" Myers

Elizabeth "Libby" Myers

Apr 27, 2021

Elizabeth T. Myers of Philadelphia passed away on April 27, 2021 at the age of 60 surrounded by her loving family. Libby led a life of compassion and empathy for all living things. She was a nurse and a caregiver in her career spanning 40 years.

She was predeceased by her mother, Sheena Semet (nee Tullis), father...

Joseph A. Barford, Iv

Joseph A. Barford, Iv

Apr 26, 2021

Joseph Altimus Barford IV, 58, died peacefully with his family by his side, April 26, 2021, in Newtown PA. He was born in Philadelphia on February 2, 1963,  to the late Joseph and Geraldine Barford (née Dykes). A lifelong resident of Levittown, he was a 1982 graduate of Neshaminy Maple Point. He was a proud member of the Laborers Union...

Edward Carl Pahlman, Iii "Big Ed"

Edward Carl Pahlman, Iii "Big Ed"

Apr 26, 2021

Edward Carl Pahlman, lll "Big Ed" passed away peacefully with his friends whom he considered family by his side April 26, 2021 at the age of 57. He is the son of the late Edward Jr. and Jo Rae (nee Fisk) Pahlman. He was a truck body repair mechanic for Tri-County Collision in Southampton, PA. Ed's passion was for...

Mark E. Kosmowski, Jr.

Mark E. Kosmowski, Jr.

Apr 26, 2021

Mark E. Kosmowski, Jr. passed away April 26, 2021 at the age of 43. Loving son of Elaine Guinther (nee Fitzgerald). Beloved brother of Sandra Lewis (Anthony). Loving uncle to Bobby and Sierra. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, April 30, 2021, at Burns Funeral Home (9708 Frankford Ave., Phila PA 19114) from 12PM-1PM followed by his...

Kathryn E. Griffin

Kathryn E. Griffin

Apr 23, 2021

Kathryn E. Griffin passed away April 23, 2021 at the age of 86. Loving mother to Joseph, Kenneth, Patrick, Michael, and the late Teddy. Nan to Danielle, Brian, Jack, Hayden, Alayna, and Alfi. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday May 1, 2021 at Burns Funeral Home (9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia PA 19114) from 11AM-12:30PM followed by her memorial...

Charles A. Silberstein

Charles A. Silberstein

Apr 23, 2021

Charles A. Silberstein passed away peacefully April 23, 2021 with his family by his side at the age of 81. Beloved husband of 56 years to Delores Silberstein (nee Genna). Loving father of Constance Gonzalez (Ediberto), and Linda Kalisak (Joseph). Dearest Pop Pop of Antonio, Charles, Joseph and Cheyenne. Brother of John, Theresa, Catherine, Edmund and Ann Marie. He...

Charles P. Gray

Charles P. Gray

Apr 23, 2021

Charles P. Gray passed away April 23, 2021 at the age of 76. Father to Christopher, Jamie, and Charles. Brother to Patricia Statman, Marie Wodack (Harry) and the late William and Michael. Charles is also survived by 7 grand children and numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday, April 29, 2021 , at Burns...

Sondra M. Bartholomew (Nee Pohl)

Sondra M. Bartholomew (Nee Pohl)

Apr 23, 2021

Sondra M. Bartholomew (nee Pohl) passed away suddenly on April 23, 2021 at the age of 54. Beloved wife of Timothy Bartholomew. Loving mother of Stephanie and Kelly. Dearest Mom Mom of Adela. Sister of James Pohl, III and the late Richard; sister-in-law of Kenny, Sandy, Jeff, Cheryl, and the late Sharon. She is also survived by many loving...

Leonard C. Rieco Jr.

Leonard C. Rieco Jr.

Apr 23, 2021

On April 23, 2021 at the age of 96. Beloved Husband of the late Elvira (Lopresti). Loving Father of Mary Ann Wentzell (Jack), Toni O'Connor (Stephen), Leonard C. III (Joanne). Dear pop of Stephen O'Connor Jr. (Melissa), Timothy O'Connor (Lindsay), Shawn Wentzell, Jaclyn Rieco, Rachael O'Connor (Bryan), Christi Rieco (James Patrick),  Stephanie Diaz, and the late Raymond Baello. Big...

Joseph T. Bochnak

Joseph T. Bochnak

Apr 22, 2021

Joseph T. Bochnak passed away April 22, 2021 at the age of 75. Beloved husband of 46 years to Elzbita "Betty" Bochnak. Loving brother of Genevieve Knecht (the late James J.). Brother-in-law of Kristina (John) Wrobleski. Dear Uncle of James M. Knecht, Anna (Marek) Wojtczak, and Isabella Wrobleski. Joe enjoyed fishing and trips to the shore. Relatives and friends...

Walter "Butch" Wright

Walter "Butch" Wright

Apr 22, 2021

Walter "Butch" Wright passed away on April 22, 2021 at the age of 68. Beloved son of the late Walter Wright, Sr. and Annette Wright (nee Sherman). Loving Father of Kevin (Yael), Daniel (Heather), Megan, and Colleen Cowan (Perry). Loving companion of Eileen LaBadie. Dear pop pop of Alyssa, Emily, Aubrey, Chase, Logan. Stepfather of Richard, Rebecca, William and...

Mary T. Greenhalgh (Nee Carels)

Mary T. Greenhalgh (Nee Carels)

Apr 21, 2021

Mary was a graduate of St. Hubert's High School, Class of '47.  She was a retired employee of the I.R.S. and worked as a volunteer for over 30 years at Jefferson-Torresdale Hosp.  She was an active member of the CTK Seniors.  She enjoyed spending her time at the shore, but most important of all, was spending time with her...

Henry "Hank" P. Cole

Henry "Hank" P. Cole

Apr 21, 2021

Passed away peacefully and suddenly April 21, 2021 at the age of 81. Devoted husband of Patricia (nee Kirby) for 61 years. He is survived by his children Robert (Karen), Karen Rosmini (the late Frank), Kelly O'Connor (Joe) and Brian (Diane). Loving grandpop of 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Brother of William, Joseph (Cookie), and Mary Ann Dietz....

Henry "Hank" C. Leipert

Henry "Hank" C. Leipert

Apr 20, 2021

On April 20,2021 at the age of 93. Loving Husband of 74 Years to Rose (Zampirri). Devoted Father of Hank Jr. (Christine), Kathleen Wendt- McTamany, Rosanna Cancelliere (Joseph) and the late Joseph and Patricia.  Also survived by his daughter in law Dawn. Dear Pop of 11 Grandchildren and 14 Great grandchildren . Relatives and friends are invited to his...

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