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Harriet V. Kabo-Chapman

Harriet V. Kabo-Chapman

Apr 6, 2021

Harriet V. passed April 6, 2021. Beloved wife of the late William H. Loving sister of Carolyn Marchesano (the late Louis) and Anthony Kabo (Helen). Dear aunt of Jennifer, Genevieve (Russell) and Dominic (Jennifer). Also survived by many great nieces, great nephews, and her brother in law George Wallace (Lynn). Harriet was a retired school teacher for the City...

Mae Minnie Hemphill

Mae Minnie Hemphill

Apr 6, 2021

Mae Minnie Hemphill "Mom Mom Mae" aka "the last Mohican" passed away April 6, 2021 at the age of 92. Mae was a former "Rosie the Riveter" during WWII and retired as an assembler for Mitchells of Philadelphia. Mae loved to travel, shop, play bingo, and enjoyed the beach. Wife of the late Albert Hemphill II. Loving mother of...

Frances M. Tanghe (Nee Leipert)

Frances M. Tanghe (Nee Leipert)

Apr 6, 2021

Wife of the late James Tanghe, Sr.  Mother of James (Michele), Stephen (Regina), Frances Wardle, and the late Dennis (Joan).  Grandmother of 7, great grandmother of 3.  Also survived by a brother, sister, and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday morning, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford...

James M. Pohl, Jr.

James M. Pohl, Jr.

Apr 3, 2021

James M. Pohl, Jr. passed away April 3, 2021 at the age of 79. Jim was a US Navy Veteran and a Past Master Mason of Lodge #9. Beloved husband of the late Edith. Loving father of James M. Pohl, III and the late Sondra Bartholomew and Richard Pohl; father-in-law of Timothy Bartholomew. Dear Poppy of Stephanie, Anthony, Kelly,...

Patricia B. Bagnell

Patricia B. Bagnell

Apr 3, 2021

Patricia B. Bagnell, passed April 3, 2021. Devoted mother of Kevin and his wife Kelly. Loving Mom Mom of Kevin, Quinn, Muirenn, Kellan, and Patrick. Dear sister of Earl, Donna Bartram, Brian, Drew Puchyr, and the late Thomas, Deborah, and Shawn. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and her mother in law Dolores Joyce. Patricia was a retired employee...

Joseph F. Schickling

Joseph F. Schickling

Apr 2, 2021

Son of the late Joseph and Ellen (nee McCoy).  Beloved husband of the late Angeline (nee Gasperin).  Devoted father of Kathryn Brugler and David Schickling (Margaret).  Loving Grandpop  to seven and great grandpop to  eleven grandchildren.  Dear brother of Jane Kelly and Regina Layton (Francis).  Predeceased by Thomas, John, James, Francis,...

Mary R. Lolli (Nee Vicino)

Mary R. Lolli (Nee Vicino)

Apr 2, 2021

Loving wife of the late Andrew.  Beloved mother of Andrew (Betty), Jackie Greco (Rick), Denise Halbe (Gary) and the late Rosemary Dura.  Grandmother of Jackie, Frankie, Laurie, David, Jessica, Jeffrey, and the late Travis.  Great grandmother of Ashley, Andrew, Allen, Tyler, Ryan, Alexis, Stella, Amy, and Mackenzie.  Great great grandmother of Abigail.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews. ...

Joseph D. Ferguson, Sr.

Joseph D. Ferguson, Sr.

Apr 1, 2021

At the age of 75. Loving husband of the late Patricia (nee Cooper).  Devoted father of 12 children and grandfather of numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services and interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family. The family would like to invite relatives and friends to his...

Joseph Michael Rosenthal

Joseph Michael Rosenthal

Mar 29, 2021

On March 29, 2021 at the age of 90. Loving Husband of Florence (nee Cegielski). Devoted Father of Debora Gasiewski (Michael), Donna Stukowski (Steven) and Daniel (Jadi) and the late David. Dear Grandpop of Michael, Matthew, Joseph, David, Michelle , Korianna and Shianne and 3 great-grandchildren Elizabeth, William, and Zoey. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday...

Michael G. Bottum

Michael G. Bottum

Mar 29, 2021

Michael unexpectedly passed away on March 29, 2021.  Michael was born in Kensington and a graduate of Northeast Catholic High School, class of '75.  He is also a retired police officer for the City of Philadelphia.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents George and Jane (nee McGuigan).  He is the beloved boyfriend of Sherrie Hosbach. ...

Paul F. Martorello**Revised**

Paul F. Martorello**Revised**

Mar 27, 2021

Paul F. Martorello, passed March 27, 2021.  Beloved husband of Bernadette (nee Cucetta).  Devoted father of Bernadette Colasanto (Rob) and Jennifer Martorello (Dennis).  Loving Pop Pop of Tyler, Lexi, and Colton.  Dear brother of Rosemary Wileczek and the late Daniel Martorello.  A gathering will be held Thursday, April 8, 2021, 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708. Frankford...

Raymond B. Myers

Raymond B. Myers

Mar 26, 2021

Raymond B. Myers passed away peacefully at his home on March 26, 2021. A US Army Veteran and retired US Post Office employee. Beloved husband of 50 years to Margaret (nee Cheeseman). Loving father of Stacy Lyon (Michael), Rae Ann Myers, and Denise Myers. Dear Pop Pop to Hunter, Samantha, Hailey, Joshua, and Hayden. Services and interment are private....

William P. Baronofsky

William P. Baronofsky

Mar 25, 2021

William P. Baronofsky passed away suddenly March 25, 2021 at the age of 59. Beloved son of Beverly Clark and the late Benjamin Baronofsky; stepson of the late John E. McCracken. Loving father of Kevin Baronofsky. Dear brother of Sue Gormley (Brian), Tom Baronofsky (Iris), Jill Matthews (Bob), Shea McCracken (Abbie), and the late Michael McCracken. He is also survived...

James R. Demetro

James R. Demetro

Mar 25, 2021

James R. Demetro passed away March 25, 2021 at the age of 74.  The best Dad and Grandad in the world. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday, March 30, 2021, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Burns Funeral Home, 1514 Woodbourne Road, Levittown, PA.  Interment will be held Wednesday, March 31, 2021, Rosedale Cemetery, Linden, NJ.

Robert C. Fulton

Robert C. Fulton

Mar 25, 2021

Robert C. Fulton passed away peacefully March 25, 2021. He was a US Navy veteran.

Dear husband of the late Julie Fulton. Loving father of Lynn Fulton (Michael Villano), Robert Fulton, Thomas Fulton (Kathy), and Gregory Fulton (Annie); he is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and Patricia Fulton ...

Richard J. Rogalski

Richard J. Rogalski

Mar 24, 2021

Richard J. Rogalski of Philadelphia passed away on March 24, 2021 at the age of 69. Just as Rich dealt with all experiences in life, he managed his illness with strength and grace, and wanted to spend as much time with his loved ones as possible. On his final day he was surrounded by his family who he adored...

Joan D. Lafty

Joan D. Lafty

Mar 23, 2021

(nee Shetz) on March 23, 2021 at the age of 87. Beloved Wife of the late Walter H. Sr. Loving Mother of Walter Jr. (Robin), Marie Bresnhan ( and the late Tom) and Bill (Margaret). Mom Mom Murph of 13 Grandchildren 31 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren . Sister of Marie Noel. Also survived by her many...

Dolores Mccandless (Nee Fisher)

Dolores Mccandless (Nee Fisher)

Mar 23, 2021

Dolores McCandless (nee Fisher) passed away March 23, 2021 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Thomas McCandless. Loving mother of Helen Howell (Robert), Thomas, Donna Tees (Joe), Charles, Michael (Sandy), Debbie Rue (Bob), Kathleen, Connie, and the late Samuel, John, Robert, Veronica, Dolores and Vincent. Also survived by her many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and...

John P. Clarke

John P. Clarke

Mar 21, 2021

On March 21, 2021, at the age of 71, John Clarke peacefully passed away surrounded by his family.  An amazing husband, dad, pop, brother, and friend, John was always the life of the party, one of the funniest, smartest, hard-working, and all-around great guys.  He loved to play, coach and watch sports, golf, bike, read, joke, dance, win at...

Michael B. Meyers

Michael B. Meyers

Mar 21, 2021

Michael B. Meyers passed away suddenly March 21, 2021 at the age of 64. He was a graduate of Northeast Catholic HS 1974, La Salle College 1978, a retired accountant for American Heritage Credit Union, proud member of the Knights of Columbus, AOH Division 61, and St. Matthew Bowling League. Beloved husband of 43 years to Gloria (nee Tumasz). Loving...

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