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Stephen M. Bednarik

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

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

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)

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

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

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"

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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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