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Martin J. Mansfield, Jr.

Martin J. Mansfield, Jr.

Feb 27, 2020

Martin J. Mansfield, Jr. Feb. 27, 2020 at the age of 76. Loving husband of Claire (nee Kaznica). Devoted father of Claire Toner, Marty III, and Katie Polhamus (Ryan). Dear Pop Pop of Maura, Brigid, Emma, Nathan, Braeden, and Declan. Brother of Joan, Cass, Jim, Maryalice, and Maureen. Also survived by his large extended loving family. Relatives and friends...

Gloria Baker

Gloria Baker

Feb 26, 2020

Gloria Baker passed away February 26, 2020 at the age of 83. Loving wife of the late Freddie. Loving mother of Freddie, Dominick, Mary Lou Clark (Thomas), and the late Cindy. Nanny of Damian, Ryan, Stacia, Nadine, Freddie, Donnie, Mick, the late Albert, and 4 great grandchildren. Sister of Katherine "Faye"; also survived by her loving caretakers Chris, Kim,...

William J. Casey

William J. Casey

Feb 26, 2020

William J. Casey "Bill" passed away February 26, 2020 at the age of 90. He was a US Army veteran, retired union carpenter, and former employee of Sports Arena Employees Local 137. Beloved husband of 66 years to Queen (nee Omrod). Loving father of William G. (Eileen) Coleen Lydon (Edward) Kathleen Barras (Bruce). Pop to Bridget (Will), Bruce Jr.,...

Kenneth "Kenny" E. Hendricks

Kenneth "Kenny" E. Hendricks

Feb 26, 2020

Suddenly On February 26, 2020 at the age of 40. Loving husband of Tracy (nee Johnston). Devoted father of Kenneth Jr., Kylie, Jared, and Jayden. Beloved son of James Hendricks and the late Anna (nee Geist). Dear brother of Jimmy (Sheila), Keith, Kevin, Kurt (Jennifer), Kyle (Madeline) and Kira. Also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews, family and...

William "Moe" Mohollen

William "Moe" Mohollen

Feb 23, 2020

He was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was a self employed, generous, salesman and watchmaker who was well known, especially in Fishtown and Jersey Shore. He was the neighborhood "Secret Santa". He enjoyed family time at the shore.

Loving husband of the late Pearl. Beloved father of Bill (Diane), Linda Hengstler (the late Joseph), Karen Milligan (Robert)...

Mary Elizabeth Shenko (Nee Stocklin)

Mary Elizabeth Shenko (Nee Stocklin)

Feb 23, 2020

Mary Elizabeth Shenko (nee Stocklin) passed away peacefully on February 22, 2020 surrounded by her family at the age of 70. Devoted mother of Amy Daniels (Rob), Joseph Shenko (Suzanne) and Lauren Skala (Danny). Lovingly referred to as Gigi, she was the proud Grandmother of Grace, Anjolina, Christian, Ryan, Alyssa, Amelia, Lilyana and Daniel. She was also known...

James C. Brooks

James C. Brooks

Feb 22, 2020

On Saturday, February 22, 2020, James C. Brooks, a loving husband, father and poppy, passed away suddenly at the age of 58. Jim was born on May 9, 1961 to Thomas and Regina Brooks (nee Price).  He was raised in Fishtown alongside his siblings Thomas (deceased) and Janice Burke (Christian) where he attended Holy Name Grade School and graduated...

Walter A. Urbanek, Jr.

Walter A. Urbanek, Jr.

Feb 22, 2020

Loving husband of 48 years to Maria (nee Windfelder).  Also survived by his sister Lorraine Mahetta; sister-in-law Maryann Kubrak; niece Marianne Kubrak (Sean Jackson), nephews Stephen Kubrak (John Anderson), Gerald Kubrak (Tracy) and many other nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 9-10:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708...

Alexander F. Karczewski

Alexander F. Karczewski

Feb 22, 2020

Loving husband of Arlene (nee Finkel).  Beloved uncle of Bonnie Spurr (Allan), and Lee Finkel (Katherine).  Brother-in-law of Alan Finkel (Susan).  Also survived by grand nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday, 9-10:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 10:30 A.M.  Interment Northwood Cemetery.  In lieu of...

Sarah "Sally" D. Hughes

Sarah "Sally" D. Hughes

Feb 22, 2020

Sarah "Sally" Hughes (nee Duffy) passed away peacefully at her daughter Therese and her son-in-law Rick's home on February 22, 2020 surrounded by her family. Loving wife of the late G. Paul. Loving mother of SallyAnn Natalizio (Bart), Margaret "Mimi" Fanelli (Gary), Kathy Magistrini (Lou), Paul, and Therese Hughes-Hendriksen (Rick). Grandmother of Kerri, Brett, Shea, Kelly, Tracy, Anthony, Andrea,...

Donald J. Walker

Donald J. Walker

Feb 18, 2020

Donald J., Suddenly February 18, 2020.  Loving father of Samantha Jo and Donald Joseph.  Beloved son of Joan and the late James, Sr.  Dear brother of Kathleen McGinn (Robert), Stephen (Suzanne), and the late James.  Also survived by several nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday 9:00 AM, Christ the King Church, 3252 Chesterfield Road, Philadelphia,...

Gerald A. Keegan

Gerald A. Keegan

Feb 18, 2020

Beloved husband of Edith H. (nee Boyle).  Devoted father of Edie A. Sheply (Hill) and Kimberly Keegan (Ray).  Loving Poppy of Ashley and Nicholas.  Jerry will also be sadly missed by his large extended loving family.  A devoted golfer, he always had a joke for everyone.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM,...

Samuel "Bo" J. Gladwell

Samuel "Bo" J. Gladwell

Feb 18, 2020

Samuel J. Gladwell "Bo" passed away suddenly on February 18, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife Kimberly "Kim" Sullivan-Gladwell. Son of the Late Joan Mullaney.   Son-in-law to Albert and Elizabeth (Betty) Sullivan   Special Kiddos Brandon & Alexandra Nilsen . Loving brother of Timothy Gladwell , Frank LaBianco and Charlotte Rose Arana (Cesar). Brother-in-law of Marianne & Tom Farbar,...

Robert J. Grous

Robert J. Grous

Feb 17, 2020

Robert J.  Grous, formerly of Philadelphia, a resident of Langhorne, passed away at his home with his family by his side on February 17, 2020. Robert is a Vietnam Veteran, a retired Philadelphia Police Highway Patrolman after 27 years and a retired Air Force Chief Master Sgt. after 35 years. Beloved husband of over 50 years to Frances M....

George J. Kelly

George J. Kelly

Feb 17, 2020

George J. Kelly passed away suddenly on February 17, 2020 at the age of 66. Husband of Debra (nee Selkow). Loving father of Sean (Amanda), and Michael (Tricia). Dear Poppy of Cameron, Peyton, Kieran, and Finnegan. Brother of Bob Hillenbrand (Linda), and Dale Kelly (Kim). George was a roofer; he loved old western movies, baseball, and was an avid...

Donald J. Nicholl

Donald J. Nicholl

Feb 17, 2020

Beloved husband of 50 years to Jeanette (nee Farrace).  Devoted father of Daria Farling (Daniel) and Joseph D. Nicholl (Emily).  Loving Pop Pop of D.J., Brandon, Ryan, and Harper.  Dear brother of Joanne O'Keefe, Nancy Broderick, Michele Ponente, and Helen Capacasa; also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday Evening 6:00 to...

Mary S. Monaco

Mary S. Monaco

Feb 15, 2020

Beloved wife of Lucio. Loving mother of Angela Dellavella (Robert), Lynda Frisco (Thomas), and Mark. Adored Mom-Mom of Chelsea, Christian, Avery, Angie, Brittani, Mark, Jr.; Great Mom-Mom of Keith, Jr., Emiley, Aubree, and Julian. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Saturday, 9-10:15 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass...

Roman "Sharky" Petela

Roman "Sharky" Petela

Feb 15, 2020

On February 15, 2020 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Catherine. Loving sister of Sr. Helen Petela C.S.F.N ,and the late Mary Tereszcuk, Olga Niemiec, Jene Rysinski, Joe Petela, Mickey Petela. Also survived by his many loving nieces , nephews and great nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Saturday St. Dominic Church...

Mildred M. Staab

Mildred M. Staab

Feb 14, 2020

Mildred M. Staab (Nee Graf) passed away February 14, 2020. Loving wife of late James. Devoted mother to Patricia Wagner (the late Fred), Carol Walsh (Robert), Kathy Tonzelli, James, Susan Markley (the late Steven), and the late Michael, Joey, Jackie, Billy and Mickey. Survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Sister to the late Catherine Rolla and...

Dolores "Dee" A. Stott (Nee Kenney)

Dolores "Dee" A. Stott (Nee Kenney)

Feb 13, 2020

Dolores Stott passed away February 13, 2020 at the age of 73. Beloved wife of the late James W. Stott. Loving mother of Denise Conner (Tom), James, Brian, and Kate Gregg (Jesse). Dear Nana of Alyea, Emma, Kyla, Bree, Seamus, Dominic and Marissa. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at BURNS...

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