Daniel J. Twesten Jr.
Apr 12, 2020
Daniel J. Twesten, passed away April 12, 2020. Beloved of Elayne V. Candelora, proud father of Colin M. (Jillian McIlvane) and Daniel C., loving Pop-pop to Cameron D., Julianna M., Nicholas and Grayson. Dan will be greatly and deeply missed by his loving family and friends. Friends and relatives and will be invited to a celebration of his life...
Elizabeth "Betty" Gibson
Apr 11, 2020
at the age of 88 . Beloved wife of the late Frank X. Devoted mother of Anne Marie Gibson, Patricia M. Yaeger (George), Shawn F.X, Frank X. (Anne) Kathleen M. Pontarelli (Marc), Maureen E. O'Neill ( Thomas ), Brian P. Gibson (Laurie) . Dear Grandmom of 23 grandchildren and the late granddaughter Danielle Gibson , and 7 great grandchildren....
Joseph M. Metzger, Iii
Apr 11, 2020
Joseph M. Metzger III, 25, suddenly on April 11, 2020 (Victim of homicide). Loving son of Christine and Thomas Marro. Loving brother to Alexandria Marro and Kathrynann Rotter. Nephew to Tracey and Thomas Miles. Relatives and friends are invited to live stream on Monday, April 20, 2020 at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers donations in Joseph's Name to the...
Frances M. Farina (Nee Ruppert)
Apr 11, 2020
Frances M. Farina passed away April 11, 2020 at the age of 84. Devoted mother of Joanne Sobotka (Christopher), and David Farina (Doris). Daughter of the late George J. and Mary Ruppert. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren; her siblings Geri, Janis, and the late George and Mary. Services will be held at a later date.
Joseph R. Tunney
Apr 10, 2020
Joseph R. Tunney passed away April 10, 2020 at the age of 69. Loving husband of Allyson Joyner. Predeceased by his parents, Robert P. Tunney Sr. and Dorothy C. Tunney. Loving brother of Dorothy Amato (the late Nicholas), Robert Tunney, Jr. (Christina), Patricia Andrews (William R.), Michael Tunney (Patricia Hoberg), Mary Tunney (Phillip Schneyman), Catherine T. Young (Richard), and...
Alice Kazmierski (Nee Rudzinski)
Apr 9, 2020
Alice M. Kazmierski, passed away April 9, 2020 , at the age of 85 . Beloved wife of 58 years to the late Henry J. Devoted mother of Karen Zapczynski (John), Sharon Kelly (Joe), and Alison Novak (Bob), loving grandmom of Matthew (Eb), Justin, Rachel Jo, Sarah and great grandmom of Addysn. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. A public gathering and...
Dolores Mcfeeley
Apr 9, 2020
Dolores McFeeley (nee Ostapczuk) passed away April 9th, 2020 at the age of 92. Wife of the late James J. McFeeley. Loving mother of Wayne McFeeley. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law Clare McFeeley, grandaughter Colene and great grandson Lucas. Services and interment are private. Family request donations in her memory to the Monastery of Saint Clare 1271...
Elmer K. Clawges
Apr 9, 2020
Elmer (Moon) Clawges, Died on April 9, 2020, of Horsham PA. Moon was a 35 year veteran of the Philadelphia Police force. Predeceased by his father, Elmer Clawges and sister, Julie Loux. Beloved son of Ursula Nee Eichner and Elmer Clawges. Moon is survived by wife Jacquelyn Carey as well his mother, Ursula Clawges, loving father of Danielle Dougherty,...
Joann M. Modafferi (Nee Dilemmo)
Apr 9, 2020
Joann M. Modafferi passed away April 9, 2020 at the age of 78. Beloved wife of 60 years to Domenico. Loving mother of Josephine Zirilli and Maria Modafferi. Dear Mom Mom of Ray Ray, Josh, and Joey. Services and interment will be held privately for the family.
Donald H. Larsen
Apr 7, 2020
Donald H. Larsen passed away April 7, 2020 the age of 64. He was a US Army veteran and retired mail carrier. Beloved son of Hilda (nee Leng) and the late Hans Larsen. Loving brother of Karen Casey (Jack); uncle of Ryan (Ashley) and Kimberly, great uncle to Kerrin and Katelyn. Services and interment are private. A public gathering...
Evelyn J. Wandless
Apr 6, 2020
Beloved wife of the late Ronald and last surviving child of Michael and Mary Cipriano. Loving aunt of Robert, Marilyn , Michael, Patricia, Susan, Dennis, Donna, Linda, Thomas and Carolyn. Interment is private. Donations in Evelyn's memory to Immaculate Mary Home, 2990 Holme Ave., Phila., PA 19136, would be appreciated.
Kathryn E. Connell (Revised 6/25/2021)
Apr 3, 2020
***REVISED JUNE 25, 2021***
Kathy fought a courageous battle against cancer. She was a retired Executive Secretary for the city of Philadelphia. Beloved wife of 44 years to the late Michael. Loving mother of Michael and Erin Connell. Sister of Stanley, Joseph, Sr., and the late Eugene Kemp. Sister-in-law of Eugene Connell, Kathleen McMullen, Thomas...
Bruce J. Lee
Apr 2, 2020
Bruce passed away suddenly on April 2, 2020. Father of Amber Lee, Krystal Lee, and Jessica Radcliffe. Also survived by 9 grandchildren; siblings Linda Campbell Lee (Hugh), Linda Darcy (Joe), George Percell (Noreen Robinson), Michael Lee, Joseph Lee (Michelle), and the late John Lee, Jr. (Blanche), and Robert Percell (Jean); and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and Friends are...
Michael White Scarpello
Mar 31, 2020
Michael White, age 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at Ann's Choice in Warminster, PA. Born June 3, 1926, in Germantown, PA to Michael and Lucy White Scarpello. He was a proud graduate of Central High School in Philadelphia and LaSalle University. After sending three children to Villanova University, he became an avid supporter of the...
Joan Mary Tague (Nee Hartigan)
Mar 31, 2020
Beloved wife of the late Edward Francis and Joseph McGinley. Devoted Mother of David Tague (Jim), Mary Joan Niemiec (Michael), and the late Evelyn, Edward, and Richard. Dear Nana of Matthew, Joanie, Sarah, Michael, Corey, and Courtney; Great Grandmother of 8. Services and Interment are private for the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation,...
Zachary R. "Zach" Miller
Mar 30, 2020
Zachary R., Suddenly, March 30, 2020, at the age of 22. Beloved son of Robert and Lorri (nee Wagner). Loving grandson of Larry Wagner and the late Dorothy and Robert and Nancy Miller. Zach will also be sadly missed by his aunts, uncles, and cousins. A graduate of PACS Class of 2015, Zach enjoyed being a Boy Scout growing up. ...
Lillian C. Avato
Mar 29, 2020
Lillian C. Avato suddenly, March 29, 2020, passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 93. She is the beloved widow of Frank R. Jr. Loving mother of Jim (Becky) and Joan Avato. Mom Mom to Christopher (Lauren) Gregory and Michael. Great mom mom to Julianna, Alexandra, and Lucas.
Lillian was born in Philadelphia to...
Irene J. Baldwin (Nee Carroll)
Mar 28, 2020
Irene J. Baldwin passed away March 28, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Karl. Devoted mother of Theresa (William), Dwight, Jay (Anita), and Dennis. Dear Mom Mom of Christina, Stefanie (Jon), William (Taylor), Tyler, Justin, and Jake; GG of Adreannah and Jackson. Also survived by her brother John "Jackie". Services and interment will be held privately. A memorial luncheon...
John R. Szumowski
Mar 28, 2020
John R. Szumowski Sr. passed away March 28, 2020. Loving husband of the late Joanne (nee Soper). Devoted father of John Jr. (Catie), Timothy (Stacy), Robert Mellon (Judy), Kevin Mellon (Kristin), Lisa Mellon, Susan Costello (Tom) and the late Billy Mellon. Grandfather of 16, great grandfather of 5. John was a proud U.S. Army Veteran. A public gathering, religious...
Antoinette Barros
Mar 27, 2020
Antoinette Barros passed away March 27, 2020. Loving wife of 59 years to the late Joseph. Antoinette is survived by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing at Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19114 on Friday April 3, 2020 from 10:00 AM-10:45 AM. Funeral Service 11:00 AM. Interment Resurrection...