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George J. Agnella
Jul 31, 2025
George J. Agnella passed away on July 31, 2025, at the age of 89. He was the loving son of the late Angelo and Laura (née Didario) and the beloved husband of the late Corrine. George was the devoted father of Laura Agnella and Cathy Wisniewski and a cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews. ...
Nancy A. Balloch
Jul 31, 2025
Nancy A. Balloch (née Roberts) passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late John Balloch III, and a devoted mother to Kate Rosselli (Steven) and stepmother to Dria Law (Jim). Nancy was the loving grandmom of Elsa and Juls. She was a dear sister to John Roberts (Loretta), James Roberts, and Barbara...
Thomas Hilliard
Jul 26, 2025
Thomas Hilliard, of Philadelphia, passed away on July 26, 2025, at the age of 75. Born in Franklinton, North Carolina, he was the beloved son of the late Harry and Doris Hilliard and the dear brother of Marilyn and Harry Hilliard, Jr. Thomas proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He will be...
William J. Searfoorce
Jul 23, 2025
William J. "Bill" Searfoorce, age 94, was called by the Lord to join in his eternal reward on July 23, 2025. Having lived a blessed, long, and happy life, he and his beloved late wife Joan (nee Lavery) raised eight children instilling in them a deep respect for life. Bill was one of the lucky guys to have married...
Joan Y. Wombough
Jul 21, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Joan Y. Wombough who peacefully left us on July 21, 2025 at the age of 90. Born on December 19, 1934, Joan graced the world with her resilient spirit, infectious humor, and boundless love.
Joan is the beloved wife of the late William Wombough and...
Estelle M. Economides
Jul 19, 2025
Estelle M. (nee Morison) passed July 19, 2025, at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Pre-deceased by her daughter Deborah Economides (Dan Sweeney). Devoted mother of Diane Economides, Renee Fargnoli, and Lisa Simons (David). Loving granny of Michael, Michelle, Stefan, Christopher, Ashley, Eric, Ross, Alexa, and Joshua, great granny of Jocelynn, Violet, Sarah, Scarlett, and...
William V. Brady, Sr.
Jul 16, 2025
William V. Brady, Sr, at the age of 70, passed away on July 16, 2025. He was a retired employee of Sloane Toyota. Beloved son of the late Owen and Lillian Brady. Loving husband of Geneva Brady (née Peluzzo) and the late Dolores Brady (née McReynolds). Dear father of William V. Brady Jr., and Christopher Brady, and stepfather of...
John J. Finizio
Jul 15, 2025
John J. Finizio passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the age of 71. He was the loving husband of 49 years to Lou Ann Finizio (née Boonie), and the beloved son of the late Joseph and Anna Mae Finizio. A proud graduate of Bishop Neumann High School, John went on to enjoy a long and dedicated career...
Kathleen M. Springfield
Jul 15, 2025
Kathleen M. Springfield (nee McKeever) passed July 15, 2025. Beloved wife of 59 years to James Springfield, Sr. Loving mother of James Springfield, Jr. and Janice Miller. Dear sister of Carole D'Alessandro and Gloria Myerowitz. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday, July 28, 2025, 8:30 AM to 9:45 AM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, followed...
Dolores M. O'Brien
Jul 12, 2025
Dolores M. O'Brien (née McCabe) passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of 52 years to Thomas O'Brien Sr. Devoted mom to Tommy (Michelle), Patrick (her favorite), and Franny (Jen). Cherished Mom-Mom to Sean (Alice), Meghan, Maura, Kassidy, Colin, and Liam. Dear aunt to Trish, Michael, Diane,...
Jane M. Sullivan
Jul 12, 2025
Jane M. Sullivan (née Eckhart), age 92, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on July 12, 2025.
Beloved wife of the late Francis "Frank" Sullivan, Jane was the devoted mother of Mariana Evanitsky (Ed), Dorothy Ferry (Ed), Frank Sullivan (Kathleen), Jane Lee (Jeff), Jack Sullivan (Beth), and Jim Sullivan (Chris). She is...
Robert T. Kee, Sr.
Jul 11, 2025
Robert T. Kee, Sr., age 80, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Kee, Robert was a devoted father to Christopher (Casi), Catherine Tinker (Craig), and the late Robert T. Kee, Jr. (Lisa). A proud and loving "Pop Pop" to his grandchildren: Alex, Isabella, Zoey, Nathan, Madison, and Henry. He was preceded in...
Michael E. Pritz
Jul 11, 2025
Talented, funny, smart, athletic, helpful, creative. Some of the words to describe my Uncle Mike. Two that come to mind for me are helpful and caring. He was always willing to help someone in need. From fixing a car to mowing someone's lawn. If you need a hand Uncle Mike was always available to help. He rarely asked for...
Edna M. Schneider
Jul 10, 2025
Edna M. Schneider passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, at the age of 96. She was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Schneider and the cherished sister of the late Dorothy, Grace, Marion, Joseph, and Victor. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Edna proudly served for many years as a dedicated employee of the...
Frances "Frani" M. Wise
Jul 10, 2025
Frances M. Wise (née Sweatman), lovingly known as Frani, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, at the age of 70, surrounded by her cherished family.
Frani was the beloved daughter of the late Robert and Frances Sweatman. A devoted mother, she is survived by her children Michael Gibbons, Megan (Aaron), and Kristen Lucisano. She was a...
Alma M. Benson
Jul 9, 2025
Alma M. Benson passed away on July 9, 2025. Beloved wife of Eugene Benson. Loving mom of Heather Benson (Ryan), and the late Barbara Omelchuk, John Creevey, and Tammy Benson. Stepmother to Teddy Benson (Lynn). Cherished Nanny to Sean, John, Kyle, Alex, Jason, Nick, the late Sam, and Great-Nanny to many. Dear sister of Dee Michalak (Raymond) and...
Alexander "Alex" Jace Walters
Jul 9, 2025
Alexander Jace Walters Tragically passed away on July 9, 2025, at just 2 years old. Though his time on earth was brief, Alexander—affectionately known as Alex—brought immeasurable joy, laughter, and love to all who knew him. His bright eyes, playful spirit, and gentle soul left a lasting impression that will never be...
Judith A. Moss "Judy"
Jul 8, 2025
Judith A. "Judy" Moss, a lifelong resident of Philadelphia, passed away on July 8, 2025, at the age of 86. She was the beloved daughter of the late William and Valerica Moss. Judy retired from SEPTA after many years of dedicated service. Family and friends are invited to gather on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Burns...
William D. "Billy" Smith
Jul 8, 2025
William D. "Billy" Smith passed away on July 8, 2025. He was the loving son of Judy Fry. Father to Kristin, Jessica, Katelyn and Loretta. Beloved brother of Judy Schlosser (William), Guy Smith (Karen), and Jill Blumhardt (Steve). Billy is also survived by many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews who will miss him dearly. A...
Renee J. Zach (Nee Cardelucci)
Jul 6, 2025
Renee J. Zach (nee CARDELUCCI) passed away peacefully July 6, 2025 at Cooper Hospital. Beloved wife of Stanley. Dear aunt of Mark Cardelucci. She was preceded in death by her parents Louis and Anna (nee Montagano) Cardelucci and her brother Mark. Godmother of Emily Green. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Renee was...
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