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John E. Swiker

John E. Swiker

May 11, 2020

John worked at Bell Telephone/AT&T for 39 years. He also served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Preceded in death by his wife Helen (nee Christine). Survived by his 3 children, 5 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. All services private at the family's request.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to the Wounded Warrior Project...

Sandra L. Concio (Nee Loehrs)

Sandra L. Concio (Nee Loehrs)

May 10, 2020

Sandra L. Concio (nee Loehrs) of Philadelphia passed away on May 10, 2020 at the age of 76. Loving mother of Francis (Kersi), Marc (Jodi) and Cheryse. Devoted mom-mom of Brieana, Mary-Kate and Joseph. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Matthew Church, 3000 Cottman Ave., Phila., PA 19149. Funeral services will be private.

Eugene J. Corbett

Eugene J. Corbett

May 9, 2020

Eugene J. Corbett passed away peacefully on May 9, 2020 after a brief illness.  He was two months shy of 90 years old.   He is survived by his wife and faithful companion, Jeanne M. Corbett (nee Conlon) of 58 years; predeceased by his son, Michael and dear father of Maureen and Christopher (Lisa). He is...

James T. Gallagher

James T. Gallagher

May 8, 2020

James T. Gallagher passed away May 8, 2020 at the age of 63. A US Navy veteran. Loving father of Jimmy and the recently departed Sean; Kathleen, and little Jimmy. Dear brother of Patrick, Thomas, Dennis, Kathleen and Kevin. Son of the late James and Catherine Gallagher. Also survived by his loving aunts Peggy Ann Pacella and Anna Mae...

Sean P. Gallagher

Sean P. Gallagher

May 7, 2020

Sean P. Gallagher passed away suddenly May 7, 2020 at the age of 43. Beloved son of James Gallagher and the late Ruth Ann Gallagher. Loving brother of James (Nina Shupp), James (Sandra), Kristy Ann (Terrance), and Kathleen. Dear uncle of James, Connor, and Katie. Nephew of Patrick, Thomas, Dennis, Kathleen and Kevin; great-nephew of Peggy Anne (the late Tony...

Claire J. Fiore (Nee Redner)

Claire J. Fiore (Nee Redner)

May 6, 2020

Clare J. Fiore(nee Redner) passed away May 6, 2020, she was 84. Beloved wife of the late Charles (Sonny). Loving mother to Charles (Rose), Barbara Thompson (Bob), Anthony (Kathleen), and Karen Raven (George). Loving grandmother to Angelo, Nicole and Bobby. Great-grandmother of Vincent, Chloe and Bella. Services and interment will be held privately for the family.

Joseph W. Mcbride

Joseph W. Mcbride

May 6, 2020

Joseph was a retired member of Carpenters Local 1856.  Loving husband of Peg (nee Mullen).  He was preceded in death by his son Joseph.  Also survived by four stepsons William (Jean), James (Lisa), David, and Michael (Julia) Samuel; 10 grandchildren; and his sister Patricia Franklin (Robert).  All services are private at the family's request.

Michael "Louie" J. Colello

Michael "Louie" J. Colello

May 6, 2020

COLELLO MICHAEL J. "LOUIE" Of Fox Chase, born and raised in the Bustleton section of Phila., passed away suddenly on May 6, 2020. Mike attended Maternity BVM Grade School and Archbishop Ryan High School for Boys. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve from 1975 to 1985 serving with the 4th Marine Division/Air Wing Transportation Squadron 47...

Betty Jane Royer

Betty Jane Royer

May 5, 2020

Betty J (Klinger) Royer November 18th, 1939 - May 5, 2020

On May 5, 2020, Betty lost her short battle with Cancer surrounded by her loving family in her home. She will be sadly missed by her husband and best friend of almost 60 years, Fred Royer. She was also the loving mother to Rich (Diane) and...

Kevin J. Maher

Kevin J. Maher

May 5, 2020

Kevin J. Maher passed away suddenly May 5, 2020 at the age of 56. Beloved son of Dorothy and the late Hugh Maher. Loving brother of Maureen Maher, and Suzanne Maher Mooney; dear brother-in-law of Sean Mooney. Also survived by his uncle Joseph Maher (Betty), loving cousins, and his adoring cat Jade. Kevin was a graduate of Father Judge...

Thomas P. Mchugh

Thomas P. Mchugh

May 5, 2020

Thomas P. McHugh passed away May 5, 2020 at the age of 70. Loving father of Conor and the late Michael. Dear brother of James (Margaret) and the late John T. Services and interment will be held privately for the family.

Margaret "Peg" Zobnowski (Nee Haas)

Margaret "Peg" Zobnowski (Nee Haas)

May 5, 2020

Margaret passed away May 5, 2020.  She was 95.  Devoted mother of Roberta Freimanis (Wally), Margaret Mary Robinson, Marie Burns, and the late James McGill (Marlene), Christine Nemeroff, Walter Zobnowski(Denise), and Michael Zobnowski(Terry).  Loving grandmother of 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and eight great great grandchildren.  Margaret "Peg" was the matriarch of this family.  She held us together, kept...

Mary Jane Edwina Reim

Mary Jane Edwina Reim

May 5, 2020

Mary Jane Edwina Reim "Jane" (nee McGough) passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on May 5, 2020. A graduate of Hallahan Catholic H.S. Beloved wife of 47 years to Thomas Reim. Loving mother of Maureen Reim-Santiago (Christopher), Meaghan Reim-Strange (Ryan) and Katie Reim, Mom-Mom to Kaylie, Delaney, Avery and Mackenzie. Dear godmother to Colleen...

Carl K. Weisgerber

Carl K. Weisgerber

May 5, 2020

Carl K. Weisgerber passed away on May 5, 2020 at the age of 73. He retired from the U.S. Navy after 22 years of service as Senior Chief Petty Officer. Carl also retired from the U.S. Postal Service, where he worked at the office in Levittown, PA. Carl is survived by his brothers Fred Weisgerber (Ruth) and Leonard Weizgerber...

Bernice C. Dixey

Bernice C. Dixey

May 4, 2020

Bernice C. Dixey passed away May 4, 2020 at the age of 90. Bernice is survived by her brother Bernard Dixey (Patricia). She was preceded in death by her twin sister Gladys, as well as her other siblings Doris Dixey, Marion Fleming (the late John), and Norman (Regina Dixey). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and...

Joseph T. Browning, Sr.

Joseph T. Browning, Sr.

May 2, 2020

Joseph passed away at the age of 67. Loving Father of Joseph, Jr. (America), Michael (Tina), John and Krystle. Dear Pop of Kaila, Samantha, Joseph, Michael, Jr, Alyssa, and Marissa.  Great Pop of Mathew, Jr.  Joe was a retired truck driver and member of Teamster Union Local 107 and 470.  There will be two viewings for Mr. Browning; Friday...

Gary B. Carr

Gary B. Carr

May 2, 2020

A retired plumber from Local 690.  Husband of the late Dolores.  Loving father of Melody Carr and Cheryl Platt (Michael).  Pop-Pop to Sabrina and Melissa.  Brother of Jerry and Gail Casey, Donna and Joy, and the late Thomas and Robert Casey, and Francis Goodyear.  Due to current circumstances, all services are private at the family's request.  Please click below...

Maryann R. "Mam" Mcginty (Nee Russo)

Maryann R. "Mam" Mcginty (Nee Russo)

May 1, 2020

MaryAnn R. "MAM" passed away May 1, 2020.  Beloved wife of 47 years to Thomas.  Devoted mother of Lisa O'Rourke ((Michael), Kathleen Menke (Edward), and Marianne McGinty Sahm (Jason).  Loving Mom Mom to Anthony, Christian, Alyssa, Kaylee, Shane, and Mackenzie, Mom Mom Mom Mom to Savannah Rose.  Dear sister of the late Patricia Russo.  Daughter of the late Angelo...

Romilda M. Yannuzzi Kennedy (Nee Dascanio)

Romilda M. Yannuzzi Kennedy (Nee Dascanio)

Apr 30, 2020

Romilda M. Yannuzzi Kennedy (nee Dascanio) passed away Thursday, Apri 30, 2020.  She was 91.  Beloved wife of the late Patrick J. Yannuzzi and the late John Kennedy.  Devoted mother of Anthony (Elizabeth), Patricia Dailey (Daniel), Deborah Magee (James) and the late Romilda Steacker (Howard).  Loving Mom Mom of 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and one great great grandson. ...

John R. Mcaneny

John R. Mcaneny

Apr 30, 2020

John R. passed away April 30, 2020.  Beloved husband of Margaret Ann (nee Flanagan).  Loving brother of Joseph P. McAneny (Lenni), Noreen McAneny (Tom Donahey), and the late Michael J.; also survived by his nephews Michael, Joseph, John, Patrick, and his niece Katie.  John will also be sadly missed by his cousins and their families.  Relatives and friends are...

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