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Robert R. Ketler, Sr.

Robert R. Ketler, Sr.

Sep 23, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Robert R. Ketler, Sr. announce his passing.

Bob, as he was lovingly known to his family and friends, was a hardworking, Patriotic American who proudly served his country. One of his greatest accomplishments during his military service was when he completed jump school to become a Paratrooper.  He...

John J. Agger, Sr.

John J. Agger, Sr.

Sep 20, 2020

Beloved husband of the late Anne (nee Mitchell).  Devoted father of John Agger, Jr. (Maureen), Eileen Agger, Dennis Agger (Janet), James Agger (Patrice), and Brian Agger (Christina).  Loving Pop of several grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday, October 1, 2020, 10:00 AM, St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, followed by his...

Maria M. Brunker (Nee Heil)

Maria M. Brunker (Nee Heil)

Sep 20, 2020

Wife of the late Thomas, Sr.  Beloved mother of Christine Spiel (Nicholas), Michele Brunker, Thomas Brunker, Jr. (Michele), and Susan Brunker (Christopher Dempsey).  Mom-Mom to Stephanie Matthews (Joshua), Kayla Spiel, Nicholas Spiel (Ashley), Tommy Brunker, and Kaitlyn Brunker.  Dear sister of Edward Heil, (Elizabeth), the late Richard Heil, and Barbara Cybulski.  She is also survived by her faithful companion...

Bruce C. Bair

Bruce C. Bair

Sep 20, 2020

Beloved husband of Marianne (nee Broccolo).  Devoted father of Christopher and his wife Lisa, and Kimberly and her husband Lance.  Loving Pop Pop of Lilyanna and Isabella.  Dear brother of Mickie Bair West; also survived by his brother in law Edward Broccolo and his wife Sandy.

Bruce was a retired employee of Albert Einstein Health Care after...

William H. Given, Jr.

William H. Given, Jr.

Sep 19, 2020

Loving husband of the late Mary (nee Galdi).  Father of Mitchel (Barbara), William, III (Marie), and Robert (Kathleen).  Dear Grandpop to several grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Brother of Ruth and the late James.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday, 9-10:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 10:30 A.M.  Interment...

Catherine M. Verdon (Nee Moosbrugger)

Catherine M. Verdon (Nee Moosbrugger)

Sep 19, 2020

Beloved wife of the late Kenneth.  Mother of Kenneth and Theresa Verdon.  Mom-Mom of Andrew (Mikaela), Zachary, and McKenzie.  Sister of Joe and Maryanne.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Hilary of Poitiers Church, 820 Susquehanna Rd., Rydal, PA 19046.  Funeral Mass 10 A.M.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations...

Frances Meyers

Frances Meyers

Sep 15, 2020

Formerly of Fishtown. Loving wife of the late Joseph.  Beloved mother of Joseph, Vincent (Jackie), Thomas, Kathleen (Ron), Michael (Terry), Dennis (Ann), and the late  Frances and John.  Also survived by 17 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her brother Charles Reice. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday, 8:30-9:30 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME,...

Robert J. Landgraf

Robert J. Landgraf

Sep 15, 2020

Robert was a resident of Abington, PA. Loving husband of Eileen (nee Beaver).  Most excellent father of Emily, Bobby (Erin), and Danny (Danielle). He is also survived by the Beaver family, and many loving cousins, aunts, and uncles. He made friends wherever he went. We wish him an eternity of beautiful sunsets, good music, and cold beers.  Relatives and...

Antimo J. Quisito

Antimo J. Quisito

Sep 15, 2020

Beloved husband of Joann (nee Inverso).  Devoted father of Joseph, Gina, and the late Timothy.  Loving Pop of Matthew, John, AJ, Alyssa, Joey, Alicia, and G Pop to Jayden and Naela; also survived by his sister Margaret Demauro and several nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Saturday, 9:30 AM, St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave....

Glenn D. Oliver

Glenn D. Oliver

Sep 14, 2020

Glenn D. Oliver, 57, of Philadelphia passed away on September 14, 2020. He was the son of John Oliver and Grace DeCarteret who both preceded him in death. Glenn was loved by many and is survived by his wife of 32 years, Kim Oliver, daughter Christine and brother, John. Aside from his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Patricia J. Dempsey

Patricia J. Dempsey

Sep 13, 2020

(nee Pettigrew) on September 13,2020 at the age of 74. Loving Mother of James (Judy) Lisa Dempsey, Anthony Dempsey, William Pettigrew. Dear Grandmom of Nicole Pettigrew, Kristen Pettigrew, Anthony Dempsey JR., Brandy Dempsey, Nicholas Dempsey, Raygen Dempsey, Daniel Dempsey and great grandkids; Autumn, Jaxson, Chloe and Claire. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday September 18, 2020 BURNS...

James W. Robinson

James W. Robinson

Sep 13, 2020

James W. Robinson, 90, of Brant Beach, NJ (formerly Philadelphia, PA), beloved husband of Joan Lee (Magrann) Robinson for 68 years, died peacefully on September 13. He was born April 20, 1930 in Rockledge, PA and grew up in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia, PA, with his four siblings born to the late Samuel and Lettie Mae Robinson. He...

Samuel P. Omelchuck

Samuel P. Omelchuck

Sep 13, 2020

Samuel P. Omelchuk passed away suddenly September 13, 2020 at the age of 22. Loving father of Samantha Barbara Ann Omelchuk. Beloved son of the late Barbara. Dear grandson of Alma and Eugene. Loving brother of Sean. He is also survived by his loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. Sam is a graduate of De La Salle Vocational High School....

Lila J. Gramlich (Nee Cathers)

Lila J. Gramlich (Nee Cathers)

Sep 9, 2020

Beloved wife of the late  Frank W.  Loving mother of Frank (Coleen), Mary Jane Durkin (Tim) and David (Alicia).  Mother in law of the late Deborah Nau Gramlich.  Loving Mom Mom of 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.  Sister of the late Vera Hesser, Alfred Cathers, Hugh Cathers, Bonnie Gillespie, Ann Gunther, and Mary Welsh; also survived by many...

Anita M. Kelly (Nee Shaffer)

Anita M. Kelly (Nee Shaffer)

Sep 9, 2020

Anita Kelly (nee Shaffer), age 88, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, in North Cape May, New Jersey in the presence of her family. Anita was a longtime resident of the Holmesburg section of Northeast Philadelphia. Here, she and her husband of nearly 50 years Edward (decd. 2001), raised daughters Patricia Murao (Thomas) and Theresa Troy (Edward) with...

Dorothy P. Drazek

Dorothy P. Drazek

Sep 7, 2020

Loving wife of Richard Drazek.  Beloved mother of Christopher (Dawn).  Adored grandmom of Morgan and Taylor.  Also survived by her sister Anna.  All services are private at the family's request.

Linda M. Mchugh

Linda M. Mchugh

Sep 7, 2020

Peacefully on September 7, 2020 at the age of 75. Loving wife of Edward J. Devoted Mother of Edward M., Shannon Scarpato (Todd), Heather Miller (James) Erin Taggert (Sean), Ryan, Matthew (Alexandria). Dear Mom-Mom of Connor, Molly, Sean, Brendan, Carly, Teaghan, Luke, Anthony, Bella , Leonardo, Nina, Lana, Tessa and Finn. Sister of Mary Stoppel, George Morris, and the...

Patricia "Patty" A. Baldwin

Patricia "Patty" A. Baldwin

Sep 6, 2020

Patricia A. Baldwin (a.k.a. Wonder Woman), 55 of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on September 6, 2020 after a long courageous 25 year battle with metastatic breast cancer. She was the daughter of the late Richard and Elizabeth Baldwin of Phila. She is survived by her brothers Chuck Baldwin (Kathy) of Coatesville, PA and Jeff...

Miriam M. "Sister" Gavaghan (Nee Bonner)

Miriam M. "Sister" Gavaghan (Nee Bonner)

Sep 5, 2020

Miriam M. "Sister" passed away September 5, 2020, she was 93.  Beloved wife of the late John.  Loving mother of the late John M. and Phillip Gavaghan.  Dear Grandmom of Erin, Kristin, Dana, and Great Grandmom to Lacey, Carter, and Brett; also survived by her sister Dolores "Dolly" Allan, her daughters in law Joan Gavaghan, Melanie Gavaghan, and many...

Carl S. Legensky, Sr.

Carl S. Legensky, Sr.

Sep 5, 2020

A retired truck driver with Teamsters 107 and Local 470.  Loving husband of the late June (nee Breitweiser).  Beloved father of Faith Mendez (Angel), Carl, Jr. (Irene), Danny (Kelly) and the late Michael.  Also survived by 9 granddaughters and 8 great grandchildren.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday evening, 6-7:45 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428...

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