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Anne M. Freeth (Nee Arnold)

Anne M. Freeth (Nee Arnold)

Oct 19, 2019

Anne was a veteran of the U.S. Army, who served during WWII.  Beloved wife of the late Charles J., Jr.  Loving mother of Margaret Hilliard (Anthony), Kathleen Purdy (Edward), and Anne Johnson (the late Gerald).  Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and her sister Lydia Kappler.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Tuesday, October 29,...

Thomas A. Franks "Tommy"

Thomas A. Franks "Tommy"

Oct 18, 2019

Beloved husband of Theresa (nee Augaitis).  Devoted father of Patrick.  Loving brother of John (Donna), Carol, Joan, Terry, and Colleen.  Also survived by several nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, October 25, 2019, 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA, followed by his Service and Words of Remembrance...

Thomas P. Mcilhenny

Thomas P. Mcilhenny

Oct 16, 2019

Thomas P.McIlhenny October 16, 2019. An Army veteran and a retired Teamster, Locals 107 and 470. Beloved husband of Joanne (nee Carroll), and the late Sybil (nee Hesson). Loving father of Maryanne Hoover (Francis), Patrick (Robin), Richard (Alyssa), Barbara Dugan (Chuck), and the late Joanne Kelly-Gustchen. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, his brother Francis...

Walter A. Buchholz

Walter A. Buchholz

Oct 16, 2019

Walter A. Buchholz "Deacon" passed away October 16, 2019, at the age of 100.  Walter was an Army Air Corp Veteran of WWII.  After being honorably discharged, Walter served another 25 years in the reserves.  Being in the military was very important to Walter as he attended...

Lorraine Woodington (Nee Hillman)

Lorraine Woodington (Nee Hillman)

Oct 15, 2019

Lorraine suddenly passed away on October 15, 2019.  Loving companion of Will Steskal, Jr. Daughter of Edward and the late Joanne Hillman. Mother of Daniel, Sherry, Kimberly, Matthew, and Stephanie. Grandmom of Aaliyah, Natalia, Amya, Aaron, Kaeden, Aurora, and Hunter. Also survived by her sister Donna Zubyk. She will also be sadly missed by Matthew S. Brady. Relatives and...

Marijayne Mitchell (Nee Mitton)

Marijayne Mitchell (Nee Mitton)

Oct 14, 2019

Marijayne Mitchell passed away October 14, 2019 age 91, a graduate of Immaculate Heart Academy in Frackville , PA and Drexel University. Wife of the late Michael, sister of the late Margaret, Julia, Eleanor and Harry. She is survived by her loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Saturday October 19 th from 10:00...

Kathleen T. Weidemann (Nee Reynolds)

Kathleen T. Weidemann (Nee Reynolds)

Oct 14, 2019

Kathleen T. Weidemann passed away October 14, 2019 at the age of 71. Loving wife of Don Weidemann. Beloved aunt of Colleen McBride and Aiden. She is also survived by her K-9 companion Maddie, the Lynch and Foster families, as well as her large extended loving family members and friends. Kathleen was a Dental Office Manager for many years....

Joseph M. Elliss, Sr.

Joseph M. Elliss, Sr.

Oct 14, 2019

Joseph resided in Mahanoy City, PA and previously resided in Philadelphia.  Loving husband of Karen Elliss (nee Beltz).  Father of 6 children; Tiffiany Stone (Wynell), Joseph Elliss, Jr., Kathryn Molino (Anthony), Matthew Elliss, Angelina Padilla and Lawrence Padilla.  Also survived by 11 grandchildren; brother of Osceola Elliss (Paula), Lillian "Rusty" Hower (Chuck), Edna Buck (Robert) and the late Rosemarie...

Patricia A. Fortuna (Nee Roberts)

Patricia A. Fortuna (Nee Roberts)

Oct 13, 2019

Patricia passed away on October 13, 2019 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Philip A. Sr. Loving mother of Cynthia Pena and Eugene Segal. Mana of Jessica and Sean Pena (Kristina). Great mom-mom of Danielle Pena. Also survived by one sister and one brother. Relatives and friends are invited to her graveside service Friday, 11...

Edward Sabara

Edward Sabara

Oct 12, 2019

Edward Sabara passed away October 12, 2019. Beloved husband of 31 years to Cynthia (nee Hunter). Loving father of Edward John. Dear brother of Frank (Maryann), Carolyn Adams (the late Joe), Donald (Mary), and Janet Ralston (the late Steve). Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on...

John M. Lonergan

John M. Lonergan

Oct 8, 2019

John M. Lonergan, of Fishtown, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2019 at the age of 73. Loving companion of Joyce Windfelder. Loving father of Jason Lonergan, and Evan Lonergan (Heather). Dear Grandpa of Keith and Hannah. He is also survived by his brother Joseph (Sally). John was a graduate of Northeast Catholic High School and Temple University. He...

Irene J. Trautz (Nee Majewski)

Irene J. Trautz (Nee Majewski)

Oct 6, 2019

Beloved wife of the late Harold.  Devoted mother of Rodney Trautz (Rosemary), Doreen Smolow (Jack), and Susan Armbruster (Joe).  Loving Nan Nan of Kimberly and Joseph.  Dear sister of Laura Cooper.  Irene was an avid fan of WWE.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday, October 11, 2019, 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708...

Benjamin V. Ushler

Benjamin V. Ushler

Oct 5, 2019

After a courageous battle.  Beloved husband of Jacqueline (nee Fares).  Devoted father of Catherine Egan, Jacqueline Stampone (Steven), Nancy Ushler (Rob Allen), Cheryl Bullock (Roger), and Benjamin (Candace Kolber).  Loving Pop Pop of 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; also survived by his loving nieces and nephews.  An Army Veteran, Ben also enjoyed listening to big band music.  Relatives...

Catherine "Kathleen" Hevener (Nee Gallagher)

Catherine "Kathleen" Hevener (Nee Gallagher)

Oct 4, 2019

Formerly of the Fox Chase Section of Philadelphia where she raised her 10 children with her beloved late husband Arthur E. Jr.  Devoted mother of Arthur III (Mary), Cassie Holdsworth (Alan), Frank (Ulrike), Nancy Hevener (Richard), Joanne Wimmer (Ed), Theresa Guldin, Edward, Patricia Cremonese (Lou), Cheryl Schulze (Herbert), and the late Margaret...

Margaret "Peggy" Lyman (Nee Hoffmann)

Margaret "Peggy" Lyman (Nee Hoffmann)

Oct 2, 2019

Loving wife of the late Charles. Mother of Maggie Crawford (Bob), Brian, Monica Hanna (Mark), Shakey (Shannon Quinn), Paul (Carol Hirschmugl), and the late Mary Charlotte Lyman (Eugene Gruber) and Mary Assumpta. Grandmom of Patrick, Breandan, Bridget, Corinne, Mairead, Liam, and Olivia. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday, 9-10:15 A.M. at St. Jerome Church, 8100 Colfax...

Thomas J. Faraldo

Thomas J. Faraldo

Oct 2, 2019

Thomas suddenly passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2019.  He is the loving husband of Janice (nee Trottier).  Beloved father of Thomas, Jr. (Brandy), and Anthony (Brittany).  Pops of Karli, Vinny, and Nash.  Brother of Al and Sis.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday morning, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA...

John P. Monaghan

John P. Monaghan

Oct 1, 2019

Loving brother of Patricia Carraccio (Joseph), Michael Monaghan (Anne), and Jane Featherman (John).  Also survived by nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday morning, 9-9:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 10 A.M.  Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Dorothy J. Dunleavy

Dorothy J. Dunleavy

Sep 29, 2019

Dorothy J. Dunleavy (nee Fleming) on September 29, 2019. Beloved wife of the late James V. Loving mother of Debra Harkins, George Maples (Barbara), Cynthia Prodorutti (Len), William Maples (Angela), Robert Hall (Donna), James Dunleavy (Mary), Nancy Dunleavy (James), Donna and Daniel. Grandmom of 18 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Dorothy's motto is "family first." She spent countless hours...

Cory Patrick Reas

Cory Patrick Reas

Sep 27, 2019

Cory P. Reas was born September 7, 1990 and passed away September 27, 2019. Cory is the loving son of Kay Reas and Michael Reas; dear brother of Kelly Preno (Darryl), Megan O'Connell (James Redmond), and David O'Connell. Cory is also survived by his daughter Ryleigh Erin Reas; his Godparents Tim Frame and Kathy Van Winkle; his uncles George...

Helen K. Lafferty (Nee Koscinska)

Helen K. Lafferty (Nee Koscinska)

Sep 26, 2019

Helen K. Lafferty passed away September 26, 2019 at the age of 98. Loving wife of the late Joseph M. Lafferty. Dear mother of Geraldine Cocker (Robert), of Mt. Laurel, NJ, and the late James Lafferty. Dear grandmother of Julie (Brian), and Rob. Great grandmother of Graham and Gillian. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Thursday...

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