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James P. Rodgers

James P. Rodgers

Nov 21, 2019

James P. Rodgers, 75, of Philadelphia and Stone Harbor, NJ. A retired Father Judge High School teacher of Spanish died November 21, 2019 of cancer.

Jim was born and raised in Philadelphia. He graduated from Roman Catholic High School in 1962 and from LaSalle University in 1966. He served in the U.S Army and attained the rank...

Michael W. Bunts

Michael W. Bunts

Nov 19, 2019

Beloved husband of the late Jeannie (nee Horn).  Loving father of Tara and Jillian.  Dear brother of Deborah and the late Raymond.  Michael was an avid guitar player, billiards player, and longtime skate boarder.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, November 22, 2019, 1:00 PM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA, followed by his Memorial...

William J. Schlarp, Jr.

William J. Schlarp, Jr.

Nov 16, 2019

WILLIAM J. SCHLARP JR.

On November 16, 2019 at the age of 84. Loving husband of Kathleen (nee Harvey). Devoted father of Marie Lento, Kathleen Klein (Michael) , Patricia Champlain (Charles), Charles Schlarp (Nancy). Dear Pop of five grandchildren - Lisa Marie Utley (Dan), Chaz Schlarp, Michael Lento Jr, Michael David Klein, William Klein and dear brother...

Stephen P. Evans, Sr.

Stephen P. Evans, Sr.

Nov 16, 2019

Beloved husband of Josephine (nee Mastri).  Devoted father of Stephen Jr., and Michael.  Loving Grandpop of two grandchildren.  Dear brother of Johanna Castlebaum.  A member of the Holmesburg Gun and Rifle Club, Steve enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on cars and golf.  Relatives and friends, are invited to gather Friday, November 22, 2019, 9:00 AM St. Jerome Church, 8100 Colfax...

Richard R. Kerr

Richard R. Kerr

Nov 16, 2019

Brother of Eileen Litka (Ted).  Also survived by his nephew Michael (Eileen), niece Susan (Dante), great nephew Michael and great nieces Maddie, Emily, Ava, and Sophia.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday, 8-9:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Mass 10 A.M. St. Katherine of Siena Church.  Interment St. Dominic...

Anatole Daphne Konstantinidis

Anatole Daphne Konstantinidis

Nov 14, 2019

Anatole Daphne Konstantinidis passed away November 14, 2019, at the age of 18 after a brief illness.  Cherished daughter of Steve and A. Maria (nee Selb).  Loving sister of Katherine and Stavros, beloved granddaughter of Stavros and Varvara Konstantinidis and Elizabeth Selb.  Dear niece of Alex and Georgia Konstantinidis; also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.  Anatole was...

William J. O'Connell

William J. O'Connell

Nov 14, 2019

Loving husband of the late Marjorie (nee Brown). Father of William J. (Linda), Joseph M. (Patricia), Patrick J. (Janet) and the late Marjorie. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Wednesday, 8:30-10:30 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 11 A.M. St. Katherine...

Thomas A. Mcguire, Sr.

Thomas A. Mcguire, Sr.

Nov 12, 2019

On November 12, 2019 at the age 79. Loving husband of Patricia (nee Siegel). Devoted father of Thomas (Gina), Timothy, Ted, Michael Bocchicchio (Suzanne) and Kathleen.  Dear pop-pop of 7 grandkids and 12 great grand kids . Also survived by his large, extended loving family.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday at St. Anselm Church, 12670 Dunks...

Joyce E Mccullough

Joyce E Mccullough

Nov 10, 2019

On November 10, 2019 at the age of 72 .Loving sister of James McCullough Sr. (Carole). Beloved Aunt of Karen (Chris) , Suzanne (Sean), Kimberly (Bill), Tricia (Jason) , James III (Sharon). Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday 8:45 to 10:15am St.Katherine of Siena Church 9700 Frankford Ave Phila.Pa. 19114 followed by her funeral mass 10:30am...

Michael H. Peters

Michael H. Peters

Nov 9, 2019

Michael H. Peters passed away suddenly November 9, 2019 at the age of 62. Loving son of Harold and the late Mildred. Beloved husband of 37 years to Colleen Peters. Loving father of Michael J. (Christina), Matthew J. (Sherri), Ryan, and Caitlin. Pop Pop of Skyla, Matthew Jr., Cassie, Jayden, Julianna, and Cole. Dear brother of Regina, Cynthia and...

Barbara A. Santos (Nee Spokas)

Barbara A. Santos (Nee Spokas)

Nov 8, 2019

Barbara A. Santos passed away November 8, 2019. Beloved wife of John Santos. Loving mother of John Santos, Jr. and Michael Santos (Sam). Dear sister of Walter Spokas (the late Gloria), Irene Davis (Hugh), Dorothy Sullivan, Willis Spokas (Maureen), and the late Edward Spokas. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Barbara was a Section Chief...

Brian A. Dicesare, Sr.

Brian A. Dicesare, Sr.

Nov 7, 2019

Brian A. DiCesare, Sr. passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2019. He is survived by his children, Brian A. DiCesare Jr., and Kiera Beverly DiCesare. Additionally, those left to cherish his memory include Michelle Baltazar and Stephanie Stranix. He is also survived by his brothers Jeffery DiCesare (Carroll), Robert DiCesare (Paula), Rusty Bonney (Janie), and David Bonney (Rose); nieces...

Phyllis Marie "Pj" Jones (Nee Crockett)

Phyllis Marie "Pj" Jones (Nee Crockett)

Nov 6, 2019

Phyllis Marie "PJ", 86, of Philadelphia, PA, Churchville, PA, Bensalem, PA, Naples, FL, and Long Beach Island, NJ, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, November 6, 2019.  Phyllis was born in Philadelphia, PA, November 9, 1932, the daughter of the late Viola (Price) Crockett.  After graduating from Stetson High School, she...

Janet R. Wendling

Janet R. Wendling

Nov 6, 2019

Janet R. Wendling (nee Hemmert) passed away at her home with her family by her side  November 6, 2019. She is the beloved wife of 61 years to Robert W., loving mother of Linda Meyer (Rich), Robert J Wendling (Rita) and Cheryl Quattrone (Ed).  Grandmom to Sherry, Ricky, Tyler, Paige, Christy and Michael, Great Grandmom to Hailey, Olivia, Payton,...

Wayne F. Elliss

Wayne F. Elliss

Nov 6, 2019

Suddenly on November 6, 2019 at the age of 60. Loving husband of Catherine "Cassie" Hart. Loving Father of Amy Elliss and the late Wayne Jr. Step daughter Chelsea Hart -Sanchez. Beloved son of Loretta Elliss. Dear pop- pop of Tessa, Mikassa, Bethany, Justin Jr., Nicholas Emily, and the late Haley. He is also survived by 3 brothers, 1...

Florence "Sissy" M. Schnee

Florence "Sissy" M. Schnee

Nov 5, 2019

(nee Richey) on November 5, 2019 at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late George M. Loving Mother of Robert (Pat), Linda Jurkiewicz (Ken) and the late George S. Devoted Mom - Mom Rob, Greg, Billy, Danny, Lisa and the late Georgie. Great grand mom of Leah, Kendall and Aubrey Lynn. Also survived by her large extended...

Patricia A. "Pat" Simmins (Nee Foley)

Patricia A. "Pat" Simmins (Nee Foley)

Nov 5, 2019

Pat passed away November 5, 2019 at the age of 76. Beloved wife of the late Les Simmins, Sr. Loving mother of Les Simmins, Jr. (Maureen), and Jeff Simmins (Lisa). Dear Mom Mom of Nick, Lindsay, Dana, Steven, and Danielle. Sister of Michael Foley (Marie). Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday 9:00 AM at BURNS...

James J. Morris

James J. Morris

Nov 4, 2019

James J. Morris passed away November 4, 2019 at the age of 71. An Army Vietnam Veteran. Son of the late George and Mary Morris. Dear brother of Alice Guld (Joseph), and the late George; brother-in-law of Theresa Morris. Loving uncle of Alice (Peter), Joseph, Patrick, Kathleen, Christopher, George (Jennifer), and Joseph (Lara). He is also survived by many...

Elwood F. Irons, Jr. "Woody"

Elwood F. Irons, Jr. "Woody"

Nov 3, 2019

Elwood F. Irons, Jr. "Woody" passed away November 3, 2019 at the age of 71. He is survived by his wife Loretta Irons "Michelle" (nee McGraw); and his son Damien Michael Irons (Romaine). Woody retired after 32 years as a lineman for Verizon Telephone. For many years, Woody was on staff at Self Help Movement, Inc. and dedicated his...

Thomas M. Devlin, Sr.

Thomas M. Devlin, Sr.

Nov 2, 2019

Thomas M. Sr., November 2, 2019.  Beloved husband of the late Carol (nee McNamara) who was the love of his life.  Proud father of Sue Ireland (Dan), Thomas M. Jr. (Nancy), Terrence (Michele Walsh), Jane Gilfillan (Bud), Patrick (Paula), Carol Beatty (Bill Proud), and Nancy Montone (Tone).  Loving grandpop of 22 grandchildren along with their spouses and great grandpop of...

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