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Stephen M. Bednarik
Jul 12, 2019
Stephen retired in 2011 from the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia, where he worked for many years. He also served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.
Loving husband of Linda (nee Schleinkofer). Beloved father of Brandon Primavera (Kathleen), Matthew Primavera (Kimberly), Jillian Cole (James), Diane and Darlene Bednarik. Pop-Pop of Olivia, Brandon, Jr., Jimmy, Anthony, Johnny,...
Gene Zelcs
Jul 12, 2019
An Army Veteran, Gene was a retired Police Officer for the City of Philadelphia after 38 years of service. Beloved husband of 60 years to Beatrice (nee Smith). Pre-deceased by his daughter Deborah Buck, he is survived by his daughter Linda Woolbert (Robert) and his sons Gene (Diane) and Brian (Nicole). ...
Brian M. Moehler
Jul 10, 2019
Brian M. Moehler, Petty Officer First Class (MK1), passed away on July 10, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Johnstown, PA and currently resided in Cape May Courthouse, NJ.
Brian proudly served for 17 years on the following units: USCGC Grand Isle-Gloucester, MA, USCGC Aquidneck-Kingdom of Bahrain (Iraqi War), USCGC Cleat-Philadelphia, PA,...
Kathleen Mary Warner (Nee Mcgowan)
Jul 9, 2019
Beloved wife of Charles Sr. for 55 years she is the devoted mother of Kathleen J. Warner and Charles Warner, Jr. Loving Grandmom to Ashley and Bailey and GG to Olivia and Emma. Dear sister of Bud McGowan, Fred McGowan, Mary "May" Scarlett, and the late Thomas McGowan and Michael McGowan; survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and...
Mary Kathleen Scully
Jul 8, 2019
Mary Kathleen Scully passed away peacefully on July 8, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Beloved mother of Diane Teufel (Paul), Suzanne Murray (the late Kevin), the late Marie Howser, and the late Daniel Scully. Mom Mom of Lisa, Christopher, Paul, Ashley, Tyler, and the late Nicole, Luke, and Amber. Great Mom Mom of Gavin. Sister of Thomas...
John W. Saybolt
Jul 7, 2019
John W. Saybolt passed away July 7, 2019. A U.S. Army veteran. Beloved son of the late Walter and Agnes Saybolt. Husband of Mary Saybolt. Dear brother of the late Virginia Benson and loving niece Kathy Benson. Father of Amy Thompson and John Saybolt (Terry). Also survived by his grandchildren Brittney and Lacey Thompson, and Rachel, Johnny, and Tony...
Harry J. Waldron, Jr. "Murph"
Jul 7, 2019
Harry J. Waldron, Jr. "Murph" passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 7, 2019 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of 56 years to Sally Waldron. Loving father of Allen (Dawn), Harry III "Mickey" (Susan), and Keith John (Stacyann). Dear Pop of Melinda, Sara, Allen Jr., Hannah, Keith John Jr., and great Pop to Emerson and...
Thomas A. Hesson
Jul 6, 2019
A U.S. Army veteran. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy. Loving father of the late Dorothy "Dinky" and Tommy, III. Dear brother of Michael and the late Helen Madon. Uncle of Raine Gniadek (Pete) and Eddie (Amanda). Also survived by his great nieces and nephews and many loving friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday morning, ...
Karen Ann Rynkewicz
Jul 6, 2019
Karen Ann Rynkewicz passed away July 6, 2019, at the age 59. Daughter of the late Mary (nee Schwartz) and Thomas Rynkewicz Sr.. Beloved sister of Robert (Karen Beth) Rynkewicz and the late Thomas Jr. and Denise Marie Rynkewicz . Loving aunt of Jaret Thomas. She is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Relatives and friends...
Margaret T. Shellenberger
Jul 5, 2019
Wife of the late John. Loving Mother of Carol Davis (William), Jack (Josephine), and Larry (Dawn). Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and one sister-in-law Katherine Shellenberger. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Saturday July 13, 2019 Burns Funeral Home 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila 19114 9 A.M. to 10 A.M. followed...
Mary Ellen Stengel
Jul 3, 2019
Mary Ellen Stengel (nee Bickel) passed away July 3, 2019. Survived by her loving husband Joseph and daughter Rachel, also survived by many loving family members and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing at St. Katherine of Siena Church (9700 Frankford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19114) on Tuesday July 9, 2019 from 9AM-10:45AM followed by her Funeral...
Harry J. Heison, Jr.
Jul 3, 2019
Beloved husband of 51 years to Carol (nee Hurford), he is the loving cousin of Maryann Rafter her husband Jeff and their children Rachael, Devan, Dylan, and Erin. Son of the late Harry Sr. and Viola Heison. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, followed...
Helen (Pee Wee) (Nee Adulis) Monaco
Jul 3, 2019
Helen (Pee Wee) passed on July 3, 2019, at the age of 95. Beloved wife of the late Julius, she is the devoted mother of Bruce (Kathy), Eileen Kazlauskas (Alan) and the late Robert. Loving Grandmom/Nan of Michael, Anthony, Ryan, and Christopher, great grandmother to Lauren, Michael, Andrew, and Everly. Dear...
William Curtis Iii
Jul 2, 2019
William Curtis III "Reds" passed away suddenly July 2,2019.Bill was a retired plumber for Union Local 690. He is the son of the late William Curtis Jr. and Ethel (nee Magill). Beloved brother of Patricia Triebl. Dear uncle of Tom and Rich Triebl. Services and Interment are private.
James J. Ferraro
Jul 1, 2019
Beloved husband of Dianne (nee Massott), he is the devoted father of Gina Lafferty (Mike), Stephen Edwards (Janine), Janelle Bascom (Sean), Danielle Ferraro, and James (Cassie). Loving Pop Pop of Nicholas, Brenna, Michael, Ethan, Katrina, Emily, David, Jacob, Savannah, Olivia, Sean, and Ryan. Dear brother of Alfred, Rita, Joanne, and the late Richard; son of the late James and...
Joseph J. Mcglone
Jun 30, 2019
Devoted father of Monica, Joseph, Michael, Patrick, Shana and Mariah, he is the beloved grandfather "OG" of Shawn Patrick, Ryan, Maura, Erin, Gabriella, and James. Loving partner of Charlene "Dr. Glenn"; also survived by his sister Kathy Lenihan and her sons Laurence and Douglas. Founder and Principal of McGlone & Co. NASD Firm, Joe was a well known Wall...
William J. Eckert, Iii
Jun 28, 2019
Beloved husband of 59 years to Carol (nee Wigand), he is the devoted father of Linda Neuman (Jack), Diane Czaplicki (Hilary), and Tracey Langan (Steve). Loving Pop Pop of Jackie, April, Kelsey, Matthew, Aidan, Jake, Justin, Josh, Alyssa, and the late Jennifer. Dear brother of Samuel Eckert, Patricia Brandon, Donna Hutchinson, and the late Mary Jane Davies. Bill, a...
Frances J. "Fran" Mcguire
Jun 27, 2019
Beloved sister of John (Marge) and Jim. Loving Aunt to Kellyann, Caroline (Mike), Michael and Vincent (Liz). Great Aunt to Jacqui (Mike), Kevin, Alexa, Michael, Devan, Colin, Riley, Keira, Shane, Gavin and Nolan. Frances was an avid reader and enjoyed watching movies. She loved to spend time with her family. She treated all her nieces and nephews as if...
Janine E. Stachowiak (Nee Cooper)
Jun 25, 2019
Janine suddenly passed away on June 25, 2019.
Loving wife of Jack Stachowiak. Beloved mother of Jack, Jr. and Allison Kay. Adored daughter of Thomas and Kathleen Cooper (nee Smith). Sister of Brian and Daniel Cooper. Granddaughter of Walter Smith. Daughter-in-law of Michelle and Michael Stachowiak. She will be sadly missed by her best friend Andrea Miller. ...
Jonathan T. Liguori
Jun 24, 2019
Jonathan passed away unexpectedly on June 24, 2019.
Jonathan graduated from Archbishop Ryan High School, class of 2015. He was in his senior year at Stockton University, where he majored in Physical Therapy. He also played for the Stockton Ospreys Lacrosse Team Family.
Loving son of Robert and Sheryl (nee Sambuca). Adored younger brother of...
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