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Carol A. Dahlberg (Nee Francis)

Carol A. Dahlberg (Nee Francis)

Jun 17, 2021

Carol A. Dahlberg (nee Francis) passed away June 17, 2021 at the age of 65. Beloved wife of William Dahlberg. Loving mother of William. Dear sister of Kathy Hunsberger (Al), and the late James Francis. She is also survived by her loving nieces and nephews. Carol worked for Temple University for 48 years and will be sadly missed. Relatives and...

Blake Jorman Bradley

Blake Jorman Bradley

Jun 16, 2021

Blake unexpectedly passed away on June 16, 2021.  He was a Fire Service Paramedic in the Philadelphia Fire Department.

Loving father of Gavin Blake Bradley.  Beloved son of Rochelle.  Caring brother of his sisters Deanna and Vikki.  Also survived by aunts and uncle Rebecca, David and Linda; and nieces and nephew Presley, Jessica, and James.

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Kayla Rose Brech

Kayla Rose Brech

Jun 15, 2021

Kayla Rose Brech passed away suddenly on June 15, 2021 at the age of 30.  Loving daughter of Edward and Susan (nee Conroy).  Devoted sister of Samantha Franks (Steve). Beloved mother of Adelaide and Oliver. Dear granddaughter of Rosemarie Brech (the late George) and William and Nancy Conroy. Aunt of Amelia and Zoey. Kayla graduated from Pennsbury High School,...

James Redner, Sr.

James Redner, Sr.

Jun 13, 2021

James Redner Sr., of Fishtown, passed away June 13, 2021. He was a retired truck driver and auto mechanic. Beloved husband of 46 years to Catherine (nee Smith). Loving father of James Jr. (Andrea), Michele Fafalios (Yon), Robert (Jennifer), Joseph J., and Tracyanne (Timothy). Predeceased by his son Joseph. Dear grandpop to 19 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Brother...

Joseph P. Beggin

Joseph P. Beggin

Jun 13, 2021

Joseph P. passed June 13, 2021. Son of Kathryn M. Beggin nee Egan and Joseph P. Beggin. Godfather of Kevin M. DeLany (Beth Richards), Kelly Anne Russell, Jessica Diane Weir (Michael Wallen) and William Kennedy (Maureen).Survived by many cousins and their families including Daniel P. DeLany, Veronica A. DeLany, Timothy R. DeLany (Judith), Deirdre M. DeLany (Brian Sullivan), Maura...

Valerie Prestegord (Nee Otroshkin)

Valerie Prestegord (Nee Otroshkin)

Jun 12, 2021

Valerie Prestegord (nee Ostroshkin) passed June 12, 2021.  Devoted mother of Adam (Karen) and the late Christina McCready (Jim).  Loving Mum Mum of of Brandi, Robby, and Sean, great grandmom to Elijah,Moses, Noemi, and Valentina.  Dear sister of Tina (Joe), Tamara, and the late Nick; also survived by her best friend Debbie Martella.  Relatives and friends are invited to...

Joan J. Clark (Nee Perry)

Joan J. Clark (Nee Perry)

Jun 11, 2021

Joan J. Clark (nee Perry) passed away June 11, 2021. Wife of the late Robert J. Loving mother of Joan Ivanoski (the late Leonard), Eleanor Riley (John), Maria LeCloux (Martin), Georgianna McArdle (Andrew), Agnes Breen (Philip), Robert J. Clark, Jr. (Shannon). Grandmom of Michael McDermott (Jessica), Anthony Ivanoski John Riley, Jr, (Emilie), Mary Szychulski (Stephen), Tim Riley (Janine), Ellen...

Cheryl Leigh Palantino (Nee Frusco)

Cheryl Leigh Palantino (Nee Frusco)

Jun 10, 2021

Cheryl Leigh (nee Frusco) passed peacefully with her family by her side June 10, 2021.  Beloved wife of Sal.  Devoted mother of Maria Leigh, Dante, and Salvatore.  Loving Mimi of Gia, Rudy, and Deangelo.  Cherished daughter in law of Carmella Palantino.  Daughter of the late Louis and Marie Frusco.  Dear sister of Bill Frusco (Maureen) and Marlene Varanavage;  also...

Bernadette Oakley

Bernadette Oakley

Jun 10, 2021

Wife of Gary Oakley.  Mother of Josette Finnegan (Joseph) and Gary Oakley (Kaitlyn).  Mom-Mom of Jessica, and Gary.  Also survived by brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and her buddy Chase.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday, June 16, 2021, from 9-10:15 A.M. at St. Timothy Church (upper church) 3001 Levick St., Philadelphia, PA 19149.  Funeral Mass...

Hugh J. Campbell

Hugh J. Campbell

Jun 10, 2021

Hugh served with the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War.  He loved sitting on his porch in Ocean City, NJ.  He also enjoyed gardening, dancing, and loud music.  He was an avid fan of the Philadelphia Eagles.  Hugh's most important activity and what he most enjoyed was being with his children and grandchildren; especially at his annual Fireplace Decorating...

Rosemarie Iorio (Nee Barbieri)

Rosemarie Iorio (Nee Barbieri)

Jun 9, 2021

Rosemarie was co-owner of R & R Machine Products, Inc.

Loving wife of over 70 years to the late Rocco.  Beloved mother of Roxanne Tini (Anthony DeStefano) and Joseph.  Sister of Rita Melaney (the late Michael Tesauro) and the late Ricky Barbieri (Vera).  Gram of Erik Saracino (Micaela), Gia Marie Moore (Justin), Stephanie Ann Monaghan (Sean); great...

Antimo J. "Bud" Derocco

Antimo J. "Bud" Derocco

Jun 9, 2021

Antimo J. "Bud" DeRocco passed June 9, 2021.  Beloved husband of 70 years to Catherine (nee Walsh).  Devoted father of Madonna Dougherty (Andrew), Andrea Bramall (John), Antimo Jr. (Cheryl), Martino (Julie), and the late Regina Graziani and Diana DeRocco.  Loving Grandpop of 9 grandchildren and one great granddaughter.  Dear brother of Elena Galie.  Relatives and friends are invited to...

Kenneth R. Ford

Kenneth R. Ford

Jun 8, 2021

Kenneth R. Ford of Fishtown passed away June 8,2021 at the age of 85 a retired fork lift operator for American Can. Husband of the late Elizabeth (nee Engelke). Loving father of Joseph Ford, step- father of Frank Engelke, brother of Jimmy Ford and the late Anna Mae, Leona, Joseph and Leo.

Relatives and friends are invited...

Arlene F. Ashdale (Nee Palian)

Arlene F. Ashdale (Nee Palian)

Jun 8, 2021

Arlene F. Ashdale (nee Palian) passed June 8, 2021.  Beloved wife of Joseph.  Devoted mother of Danielle Zieminski (Greg), Joey (Sarah), Tricia Hunter (John), and the late Patrick.  Loving Grandmom of Patrick, Lilly Kate, Abigail, and Joey.  Dear sister of Linda Lindenmuth, Joyce Smith, Gina Walters, and the late Patty Cipriani and Joe Palian; survived by many nieces, nephews, great...

Charles J. Grover

Charles J. Grover

Jun 6, 2021

Charles passed away suddenly on June 6, 2021 at the age of 56.  Charles was a Lieutenant in the Philadelphia Fire Dept. and served in the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army.

Loving husband of Stacy (nee Kadelski).  Beloved father of Stacy Grover.  Grandfather of Cole Boardman.  Son of Gerald F. (Eileen) and the late Maryann...

Joanna M. Parisano

Joanna M. Parisano

Jun 5, 2021

Joanna M. Parisano (nee Lorenzo) of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully June 5, 2021. Beloved wife of Jim Parisano. Loving mother of Jim Jr. (Stephanie). Dear mom mom of Giavanni. Sister of John Lorenzo (Clare), Michael Lorenzo, and the late Roni. Loving niece of Helene Nestel. Services will be held at a later date.

Francis "Moon" J. Mullen Sr.

Francis "Moon" J. Mullen Sr.

Jun 5, 2021

On June 5, 2021 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of the late Mary (nee Gavaghan). Loving father of Ann McGinnis, Peggy Hughes (Dan), Francis J. Jr. (Justine), Michael and the late James. Dear Pop Pop of Sean, Ryan, Joey, Kate, Erin, Ian, Danny, Marann, Liam and Joey. Great Pop of Nikki, Timmy, Jack, Charlie, Leo, Danielle, James...

Bonnie C. Shinn (Nee Cacavio)

Bonnie C. Shinn (Nee Cacavio)

Jun 2, 2021

On June 2, 2021 (nee Cacavio) at the age of 67. Loving wife of Richard W. Dear sister of Nancy Ramano (Thomas). Cherished aunt of Maxine Romano. Sister-in-law of Steve Shinn (Zoe Kelman), Michael (Ilsa), and Karen Dunlop. Also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday Eve., June 8, 2021 5:00-7:00...

Robin Ann Holmes

Robin Ann Holmes

Jun 1, 2021

On June 1, 2021 (nee Mayberry) at the age of 60. Loving wife of Edwin. Devoted mother of Daniel (Bridget) and Amanda. Dear grand mom of Skylar Hicks. Daughter of Dorothy Mayberry and the late Warren. Also survived by her extended family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing June 11, 2021 Friday 9am to 10:45am...

Anna D. Coonan (Nee Walczak)

Anna D. Coonan (Nee Walczak)

May 31, 2021

Wife of the late Edmund.  Mother of Edward (Jing), Christopher (Mary), Patricia, and Jacqueline McDonald (Brian).  Mom-Mom of Lauren (Josh), Brittany (Peter), Haley (Michael), Krista, John, and Marisa.  Also survived by 7 great grandchildren and 1 brother Michael Walczak (Becky).

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday evening, 6-8 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708...

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