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Albert F. Gindhart "Butch"

Albert F. Gindhart "Butch"

Jan 29, 2020

Albert F. Gindhart "Butch" passed away peacefully January 29, 2020 at his home with his family by his side. Born in Fishtown; resident of Cinnaminson, NJ. Butch was a disabled Vietnam Veteran; a roofer with Local 30, former owner of the Preliminary Bar on Cumberland St. and Donovan's Reef in West Wildwood; he was also an avid golfer. Beloved...

Robert J. Sullivan

Robert J. Sullivan

Jan 29, 2020

On January 29, 2020 at the age 60. Beloved brother of Constance Hoger (Ron), Daniel Sullivan Jr. (Sue), George Sullivan (Doris) and Dorothy Lee (Kevin). Also survived by his loving nieces and nephews. ALL SERVICES ARE PRIVATE AT THE FAMILY CONVIENCE.

Thomas A. Palys

Thomas A. Palys

Jan 28, 2020

Thomas A. Palys "Tom" passed away peacefully at his home on January 28, 2020 at the age of 78. Tom was born in Buffalo New York, he was a US Navy veteran and worked as a machinist for Tubro company. He is the beloved husband of 55 years to Margaret (nee Altmeier) Palys, he is also survived by many...

Robert E. Humphries

Robert E. Humphries

Jan 28, 2020

On January 28, 2020 at the age of 71. Beloved husband of the late Marie (nee White). Devoted brother of Paul (Anastasia) and Jeanne Ditsche (Robert). Also survived by 3 nephews, 1 niece, 2 great nephews, and 3 great nieces. Service will be held privately at the family's convenience.

John E. Connerton

John E. Connerton

Jan 28, 2020

Beloved husband of Josephine (nee Kelly).  Loving father of Colleen Connors, Kimberly Connerton, and the late John E. Connerton, Jr.  Pop-Pop of Kellie, Kathrine, Patricia; Great Pop-Pop of Sophia, JD, Stella, and Louise; brother of Caroline Connerton.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19136.  Funeral...

Thomas D. Adams, Sr.

Thomas D. Adams, Sr.

Jan 28, 2020

Thomas D. Adams, Sr. passed away January 28, 2020 at the age of 84. Tom is a US Army Veteran and represented the US Military in Track and Field events in Germany. He is also an honorary member of the Battle of the Bulge. Beloved husband of Gloria Adams; and the late Mary Adams. Loving father of Thomas Jr....

Theresa A. Cabeza

Theresa A. Cabeza

Jan 26, 2020

Theresa A., age 70, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2020.  Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Emil and Anna Berbakov.  She was also preceded in death by her nephew Alexander.  Theresa is survived by her sons Jerry Cabeza (Tonya), Chris Cabeza; stepson Edward Cabeza (Julieta) and their father Gerardo; her...

Gene "Geno" Kornock

Gene "Geno" Kornock

Jan 26, 2020

Gene (Geno) Kornock 67 Philadelphia passed away suddenly on Jan 26, 2020. Born Aug 15, 1952 in Ashland PA to Eugene & Elinore (Moyer) Kornock. Gene worked for the city of Philadelphia with the Mounted Police as a Hostler and then a Municipal Guard before retiring in 2010. He had a quick sense of humor and will be missed...

Robert J. Frizzle, Jr.

Robert J. Frizzle, Jr.

Jan 25, 2020

Robert passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his loving fiancé Betty Ann McPeak.  Father of Jennifer Rivera (Jose), Robert, III (Stacy), and Troy (Nicole).  Stepfather of Sean McPeak, and Cody McPeak (Courtney).  Pop of Jose, Jr., Justin, Jennifer, Jalyn, Rylee, Abigail, Lily, and Blake.  Great grandfather of Leila.  Brother of Pat, Cathy,...

Elizabeth A. Corcoran

Elizabeth A. Corcoran

Jan 24, 2020

Loving mother of Rob Forbes (Morgan) and Chris Forbes.  Grandmom of Bobby and Ronan.  Daughter of Elizabeth A. Corcoran.  Sister of Frank (Loraine), Patricia (the late Bruce), Michael (Colleen), Timothy (Terry), Larry (Mickey), Mary (Anthony), and Anne (Chris).  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 ...

Anna Mary Scalzo (Nee Rosica)

Anna Mary Scalzo (Nee Rosica)

Jan 24, 2020

Anna Mary Scalzo (nee Rosica) passed away January 24, 2020, at the age of 90.  Beloved wife of the late Francis J.  Devoted mother of Anita Naccarato (Anthony), Frances, Donna Citino (Bill) and Joseph (Marybeth).  Loving Mom Mom of Andrea Ball (Joe), Tony Naccarato (Megan), Billy Citino (Katelyn Walker), and Nicole Scalzo.  Great grandmother to Rocky, Logan, Brayden, Stella,...

Dolores Menno (Nee Sawyer)

Dolores Menno (Nee Sawyer)

Jan 23, 2020

Beloved wife of the late Frank H.  Devoted mother of Jo-Ann (the late Wally) Hojnacki, Elizabeth (William) Paris, William Menno, Deborah Menno, Patricia (James) Hollawell, Lisa (Gerard) White, and Laurie (Joseph) Haney, loving grandmom to Carla (Steven), William III (Erin), Christopher (Corinne), Scott, Matthew, James, Alyssa, Madison, Gerard, Rachel, Julia and Joseph.  Great grandmother to Christopher, Jr.  Dear sister of...

Bernadette "Bunnie" M. Cimini Shaw (Nee Boyd)

Bernadette "Bunnie" M. Cimini Shaw (Nee Boyd)

Jan 22, 2020

Beloved wife of William.  Devoted mother of Bernadette (Jack), Stacey, Sharon James, Andrew (Renee'), and Christopher (Maddie).  Loving grandmom of 20 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.  Dear sister of William, Rosemary, Maureen, Joseph, and the late Patricia, Eileen, and Michael.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday Evening 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and also Wednesday, 9:00 AM,...

Ronald R. Daukaus, Sr.

Ronald R. Daukaus, Sr.

Jan 22, 2020

Ronald passed away at the age of 82. Loving husband of Rita (nee Wozniak). Devoted father of Christine Deck (Gary), Ronald R. Jr. (Judith), Joseph (Lisa), Jennifer Brooks (Jerry), and Daniel. Dear Pop Pop of Ronald III (Lori) , Taylor Robbins (Robert) , Michele, Rebecca, Abigail, Eric, Logan, Lauren, and Lee. G- Pop of Maddy, Ronald IV, Lillee and...

Robert N. O'Dell

Robert N. O'Dell

Jan 21, 2020

Robert N. O'Dell passed away January 21, 2020 at the age of 84. Robert was a proud US Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn. Loving father of Robert (Kelley), Angela Sweeney, and Evelyn Weinmann (Max). Dear Pop Pop of Michael, Kaitlin, Elizabeth, Emily, Daniel, and Andrew. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday 1:00 PM...

Kenneth E. Macalister, Sr.

Kenneth E. Macalister, Sr.

Jan 21, 2020

Beloved husband of 53 years to Cheryl (nee Raley).  Devoted father of Kenneth Jr. (Theresa), Sharon Carson (James), and Matthew (Kimberly).  Loving Pop Pop of Erin, Brenna, Kathryn, and Andrew.  Dear brother of Nancy Whitehead and the late James MacAlister and Iris MacAlister.  Also survived by several nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Saturday,...

James T. Burke, Jr.

James T. Burke, Jr.

Jan 21, 2020

Devoted father of James T. Burke, III and Tara Burke Kozlowski (Thomas).  Loving Grandpop of Justin.  Beloved brother of William Burke, Helen Marie Burke, and the late Margaret "Peggy" Burke.  Also survived by his nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday, January 25, 2020, 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E. Columbia...

Elizabeth R. Cassedy

Elizabeth R. Cassedy

Jan 20, 2020

On January 20, 2020. Loving wife of Samuel. Beloved Mother of Stephen Grande, Linda Wenitsky, Robin Stein (Timothy), Kevin Cassedy, and Todd Cassedy (Kelly). Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 1 niece and 1 nephew. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday, January 27, 2020 St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114,...

Frederick J. Egenolf, Sr.

Frederick J. Egenolf, Sr.

Jan 20, 2020

On January 20, 2020 at the age of 81. Predeceased by his father Frederick E. and mother Margaret (nee Windor). Lovingly raised by Anne (nee Martin). Beloved husband of the late Diane M. (nee Lewis). Loving father of Frederick Jr. (Katherine), Michael (Susan) and Kevin (Shannon). Dear grandfather of Brittany, Alyssa, Ian, and Isabella. Brother of Marie, Gabriele, and...

Kathleen M. Schaller (Nee Mchale)

Kathleen M. Schaller (Nee Mchale)

Jan 18, 2020

Kathleen M. Schaller passed away January 18, 2020 at the age of 71. Loving mother of Thomas, John (Colleen), and Jeffrey (Barbara). Dear Mom Mom of Kailyn, Kelsey, Christian, and Chelsea; great grandmom of Abbie. Sister of Pat, Peg, Jean, Tom, Mike and the late Theresa. Dear aunt of Denise, Theresa, Kevin, and many other loving nieces and nephews....

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