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Robert W. Wendling

Robert W. Wendling

Aug 9, 2020

Robert W. Wendling passed away peacefully August 9,2020 with his family by his side. He was a Army veteran. Husband of the late Janet (nee Hemmert) Wendling, loving father of Linda Meyer (Rich) Robert W. Wendling (Rita) and Cheryl Quattrone (Ed). Grandfather to Sherry, Ricky, Tyler, Paige, Christy and Michael; Great grandfather to Hailey, Olivia, Payton and Parker....

James E. Haynes

James E. Haynes

Aug 8, 2020

Devoted father of Jimmy, Johnny, Margie, Walter, Barbara, Katherine and the late Michael.  Loving Pop of 26 grandchildren and many great grandchildren.  Dear brother of Loretta, Florence, Ron, and the late Ethel, Chris, and Catherine; also survived by his former spouses Maggie and Barbara.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday, 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM Burns Funeral...

Marlene C. Whittington

Marlene C. Whittington

Aug 7, 2020

Beloved wife of the late Joseph W. Whittington.  Loving mother of Joseph Whittington and Donna Bozzelli (Rick).  Mom-Mom of Angie (Jay), Eric, Ricky, Anthony, and Natalie.  Great Mom-Mom of Jason and Camron.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Tuesday, August 18, 2020 , from 10-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. ...

James T. Barber, Sr.

James T. Barber, Sr.

Aug 7, 2020

Beloved husband of Sandra Barber (nee Palmucci).  Devoted father of Dr. James Barber, Jr. and his wife Jennifer, John Barber and his fiance Kathleen Mellon, Joseph Barber and his wife Sharon, and Jason Barber.  Loving Grandpop of Taylor, James III, Jonathan, Julianna, Ashley, and Olivia.  Dear brother of Gary Barber, Helen Koon,...

Joseph H. Holden

Joseph H. Holden

Aug 7, 2020

Joseph is survived by many loving family members.  All services are private at the family's request.

Veronica Rozdzielski (Nee Baranowski)

Veronica Rozdzielski (Nee Baranowski)

Aug 6, 2020

Veronica passed away August 6, 2020, at the age of 90.  Beloved wife of the late John.  Devoted mother of Geraldine Unger (James), William Rozdzielski (Karen), and the late John Rozdzielski (Debbie).  Loving Grandmom of 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  Dear sister of Irene Zangari (John), Catherine Slovik (the late Walter), and the late John Baranowski, Frank Baranowski,...

Stephen R. Tranovich

Stephen R. Tranovich

Aug 5, 2020

Stephen R. Tranovich succumbed to the Covid virus and passed away peacefully on August 5 th , 2020. Born in Reading PA, former resident of Cinnaminson NJ and current resident of Bonita Springs, Florida. He was a graduate of Shillington H.S. in Reading, PA and Drexel University PA. A US Navy veteran and founder of SRT Motor Freight trucking...

Kathleen C. Labrum (Nee Walther)

Kathleen C. Labrum (Nee Walther)

Aug 5, 2020

Our wonderful mother who cared so much and loved so much has gone home to be with our Dad.  Beloved wife of the late Arthur, she is the loving mother of Michael (Angela) and Maureen Webster (Steve).  Dear Grandmom of Michael, Steven, Jacob, and Kate; also survived by her sister Marie Smith (Jack) and several nieces and nephews. Kathleen was...

Margaret Joan Winn (Nee Heiser)

Margaret Joan Winn (Nee Heiser)

Aug 4, 2020

Beloved wife of the late Gerald.  Devoted mother of Gerry (Kathy), Peggy Fithian (Bob), Patti Drake (Larry), Ray (Ann), John (Amy), and Kathleen Orechowski (John).  Loving Grandmom of 15 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren; also survived by her sister Clare Spodabalski (Sonny).  Services and Interment are Private for the Family.

Margaret A. Powell

Margaret A. Powell

Aug 4, 2020

Margaret Ann "Peggy" Powell, 89 years, passed from this earth on August 4, 2020 at Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas. She was born in Avoca, PA on February 2, 1931, to Isadore Joseph Powell & Catherine (nee Donovan) Powell. Peggy grew up in Moosic, PA and was the only girl of the family with 2 older brothers & 2 younger...

Joyce C. Bender

Joyce C. Bender

Aug 3, 2020

Joyce C. Bender (née McKenna) passed away suddenly on August 3, 2020. Loving wife of 48 years to James L. Devoted mother to Kerry Drab(Eric), Brian and the late Shannon. Grandmom to Dylan (Emily), Lucas, and Olivia. Daughter of the late Joseph & Catherine McKenna. Loving sister to Joseph McKenna (Joan) and the late Judith Conroy. Joyce was full...

Francis. “Frank” J. Mcguigan

Francis. “Frank” J. Mcguigan

Aug 2, 2020

On August 2, 2020 at the age of 84. Loving husband of Mary J. (nee Prem) of 61 years. Father of Francis J. (Kathleen). Grandfather of Katelyn Miller (Christopher). Great Grandfather of Charlotte Callahan and Lydia and Liam Miller. Brother of Joseph and the late Eugene and Elizabeth. A member of Teamsters 107; he was an avid Sinatra and...

Rev. Ronald J. Ferrier

Rev. Ronald J. Ferrier

Aug 2, 2020

Rev. Ronald J. Ferrier passed away suddenly on August 2, 2020 at the age of 80. Ordained to the Priesthood in 1968 from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. In residence at St. Katherine of Siena Parish of Torresdale for the past 11 years. Father taught Physical Science and Latin at Cardinal Dougherty H.S. for 40 years; 27 of those years...

Rosann L. Mcerlane (Nee Bristow)

Rosann L. Mcerlane (Nee Bristow)

Aug 2, 2020

Rosann L. McErlane passed away suddenly on August 2, 2020 at the age of 60. Loving wife of Donald. Devoted Mother of Daniel and Drew. Dear Mom Mom of Riley. Sister of Helen Bevivino (Sal), Hugh Bristow (Deborah), Linda Bristow and the late Edward and Terrance. Also survived by her large extended loving family. Relatives and friends are invited...

Brian G. Bolger

Brian G. Bolger

Aug 2, 2020

Brian G. Bolger passed away August 2, 2020.  Beloved husband of the late Agnes (nee Gallagher).  Loving father of Kenny (Lisa), Danny, Kathleen, Mary Hennigar (Paul).  Dear Grandfather of Michael, Michael, Matthew, Rebecca, Nick, and Haley, Great Grandfather to Paige and Samara.  Dear brother of the late James Bolger.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Memorial...

Faith Millares (Nee Rudnitskas)

Faith Millares (Nee Rudnitskas)

Aug 2, 2020

Faith Millares passed away suddenly August 2, 2020 at the age of 62. Beloved wife of Louis Millares. Loving mother of Christopher (Kelly), and Michael. Mimi of Lila and Christian. Dear sister of Raymond, Michelle, and the late John and Joseph. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Thursday 1:00...

Ellen G. Wambold

Ellen G. Wambold

Aug 2, 2020

Ellen G. Wambold (née Morris) passed away August 2, 2020. Daughter of the late Thomas L. Morris and Anna (nee O'Brien). Loving wife of 54 years to Howard C. Wambold. Devoted mother to Melissa Hensor, Tucker (Kristen), Kristin Parell, and David (Valerie). Loving Grandmom to Brittany, Paige, Chad, Shauna, Kassidy, Frankie, Taylor, Drew, Alyssa, Carly, Lucas and the late...

Shannon Lynn Dixon

Shannon Lynn Dixon

Jul 31, 2020

Suddenly on  July 31, 2020 at the age of 43. Loving daughter of Jeanette (Nee Bogan) and the late James E. Dixon. Beloved sister of James E. Jr., Colleen Czarnik, Timothy and the late Robert J. Dixon. Dear Aunt of Candace Manning, James M. Dixon, Crystal Dixon, Chelsea Czarnik and the late Brittney Dixon. Also survived by other great...

Carol A. Coll (Nee Zawacki)

Carol A. Coll (Nee Zawacki)

Jul 31, 2020

Carol A. Coll passed away July 31, 2020 at the age of 77. Born and raised in the Swampoodle section of Phila. Beloved wife of 56 years to William J. Coll, Sr. Loving mother of Charles (Jeanne), Jeanne St Clair, and William (Justine). Dear Mom Mom of 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Sister of William. Also survived by...

Michael W. Garvin

Michael W. Garvin

Jul 30, 2020

Michael W. Garvin passed away suddenly at his residence,  July 30,2020 at the age of 57. He was Washington H.S. graduate and Bucknell University graduate, Army veteran and former teacher and counselor. Michael is the son of the late James and Loretta (nee Dougherty) Garvin. Loving brother of James, Patrick, Susan and Maureen, dear uncle of Ashley, Andrew,...

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