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Linda A. Herin (Nee Taylor)

Linda A. Herin (Nee Taylor)

May 22, 2019

Linda A. Herin (nee Taylor) Suddenly on May 22, 2019 at the age of 70. Loving mother of Joseph Seamans, Jr. and his father Joseph Sr. Cherished Mom Mom of Kaitlyn Seamans. Dear sister of Joseph, Phyllis, Cathy, Connie, Donald and the late Donna. Also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. All services will be held PRIVATELY....

Lorraine Fedorchak (Nee Jones)

Lorraine Fedorchak (Nee Jones)

May 21, 2019

Lorraine Fedorchak (nee Jones), Wonder Woman, single mom and best friend passed away May 21, 2019 at the age of 72. The greatest mother Shannon Black (Kevin) could have asked for, this amazing role model worked as a Philadelphia School Crossing Guard at Front and Tioga streets for 20 yrs along with numerous second jobs. After retiring, Lorraine became...

Gertrude Beatty (Nee Elsesser)

Gertrude Beatty (Nee Elsesser)

May 20, 2019

Gertrude Beatty (nee Elsesser) passed away May 20, 2019 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late William Lee Beatty, Sr. Loving mother of John, Janice Figueroa (Ray), Gerrie Long (William), and the late William L. Jr. Dear Nana of Christi (Joey), Amanda (John), Matthew, and the late John Jr.. Great Nana to Joseph, Sloane, and Brooklynn....

George H.J. Vennell

George H.J. Vennell

May 20, 2019

George J., 90, passed away peacefully on May 20. He was the loving husband of the late Marion, predeceased by son George, and son-in-law Robert. Survived by his daughters Kathleen Diehl Shannon (Edward) and Joan Venneri (Michael). Beloved grandpop of Andrea, Robert, Brian (Jaime), Matthew, Michael, Jamie (Jason) and six great grandchildren. George served in China at the end...

Pauline C. Chladek

Pauline C. Chladek

May 19, 2019

Daughter of the late Joseph and Jennie, Pauline is the loving sister of Thomas (Genevieve), and the late Eleanor Cwenar (the late Raymond), Theresa Koch (Howard), Joseph Chladek (Patricia), and Edward.  Survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.  Relatives, friends, and employees of the City of Philadelphia are...

Helen F. Scott (Nee Vernon)

Helen F. Scott (Nee Vernon)

May 18, 2019

Beloved wife of the late Warren, she is the devoted mother of James (Veronica) and loving grandmom to Nolan.  Dear sister of Dorothy Thornton (the late Richard), Beverly Deighan (Joe), and Jane Cassidy (Patrick); also survived by several nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday, May 23, 2019, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, All Saints...

Genevieve "Jean" Madrigale

Genevieve "Jean" Madrigale

May 18, 2019

On Saturday, May 18, 2019, Jean Madrigale of Bensalem, PA was peacefully returned to heaven. She was 95. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony "Pat" J. Madrigale and devoted mother of daughter Lenore R. "Barbera" and son, Anthony D. Madrigale. Survived by her siblings, Lucy and Adele. Also survived by 4 grandchildren (Dana, Lauren, Kimberly and...

Eileen M. Haeber (Nee Cain)

Eileen M. Haeber (Nee Cain)

May 17, 2019

Devoted mother of Al, Kathleen, Dennis, Barbara, and Karen, she is the loving Gia of Kenny, Amanda, Sammie, Nick, and Joey.  Also survived by her sister Dolores Adams and many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday Evening 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, Burns Funeral Home,...

Anna "Babe" Fuller Chambers (Nee Gallagher)

Anna "Babe" Fuller Chambers (Nee Gallagher)

May 16, 2019

Anna "Babe" passed away on May 16, 2019, at the age of 85.  Loving wife of the late Robert Chambers.  Loving mother of the late William Sr., James, David, Howard, and Timothy Fuller; sister of the late Mary.  Anna is survived by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and daughter in laws.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Wednesday,...

Walter "The Mayor" Utter

Walter "The Mayor" Utter

May 16, 2019

A man of courage, integrity, generosity, and always loving and caring to his family and friends. "Connoisseur" of his yard. Former President of Aero-Missile and Accent Packaging. Married to the "lovely Margaret" (née Durkin) for 54 years. He is also survived by his daughters Michele Veneziale (Dominic), Denise Utter-McKnight; 3 grandchildren, Dominic, Avery, and Ray "Rocket". Brother of Arlene...

Suzanne L. Mulvey (Nee Sheridan)

Suzanne L. Mulvey (Nee Sheridan)

May 15, 2019

Mother of Shannon, Kevin, Erin, and Sean.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Sunday afternoon, 2-4 P.M. and Monday morning, 8:30-9:30 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Mass 10 A.M. St. Katherine of Siena Church.  In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 501 St....

Eleanor O'Rourke

Eleanor O'Rourke

May 14, 2019

Eleanor O'Rourke passed away suddenly May 14, 2019 at her residence. Daughter of the late Daniel and Gertrude O'Rourke. Dear sister of the late Daniel O'Rourke. Loving aunt of Kristan O'Rourke, Daniel O'Rourke, Michael O'Rourke, and Walter O'Rourke. Great aunt to Michael, Katie, Kelly, Ryan, Daniel, Caitlin, and Frankie. Dear friend of Joan Weiner. Relatives and friends are invited...

Gabriel Dicker

Gabriel Dicker

May 13, 2019

Gabriel Dicker passed away peacefully May 13, 2019 at his residence with his family by his side. Gabe was born in Hungary and is a Holocaust survivor having spent time in two concentration camps. He came to this country in 1947 and served four years in United States Air Force, he then worked for Trans World Airlines for 36...

John J. Montagno

John J. Montagno

May 12, 2019

John J. Montagno passed from this life on May 12, 2019. A devoted husband of the late Rosemary; loving father of John II, Charles, and the late Stephen. Loving grandfather of Jordan Kennedy, Amanda, and Gabrielle. Brother of Irene DiVincnzo. A retired Chief from the United States Navy, also retired U.S. Postal Superintendent. He was an example to us...

Edward G. Deitzel

Edward G. Deitzel

May 11, 2019

Edward G. Deitzel, Jr. on May 11, 2019 at the age of 71. Loving father of Edward III (Heidi), Bill (Angela), and Stephanie Fallon (Michael); dear grandpop of Lindsey, Billy, Michael Jr., Maggie, Sabina, and Amelia; great grandpop of Isabella and Ava; brother of Raydella, Frank, and John. All services will be held privately at the family's convenience.

Luitgard Muhlbauer

Luitgard Muhlbauer

May 10, 2019

On May 10, 2019 at the age of 76. Loving Mother of Petra Smith (the late John Jr.), and Daniel Muhlbauer. Beloved Oma of Michele, Billy, Laura, Danielle, and Amanda. Great Oma of MaKayla and Hailey. Sister of Rita Tittl (the late Mike). Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford...

Harry Mazzarelli

Harry Mazzarelli

May 9, 2019

Harry Mazzarelli, a Korean War veteran, passed away May 9, 2019 after a brief illness. Beloved husband of the late Dolores. Dear companion of the late Dorothy Clark, and partner of Anna O'Connell. Loving father of Irene Morris (Ray), Robert Mazzarelli, and the late Harry Mazzarelli, Jr.; father-in-law of Debbie. Dear Pop of 12 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and...

Robert G. Christenssen

Robert G. Christenssen

May 8, 2019

Robert G. Christenssen of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully at home May 8, 2019 at the age of 82. Surviving in addition to his wife Frances (nee Moody) of 60 years; daughter Laura Rubert (Alan), and son Anthony; 3 grandchildren Jonathan, Joseph, and Noah; his sister Sonia (Henry) Sciochetti. Bob enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. Relatives and...

Mary J. Vesey (Nee Meehan)

Mary J. Vesey (Nee Meehan)

May 7, 2019

Mary J. (nee Meehan) May 7, 2019, at the age of 90.  Beloved wife of the late M. Thomas, she is the devoted mother of Mary Jane, Margaret Vesey McShane (Dan), Nancy, Thomas (Jennifer), Matthew (Katherine), Brian (Reilly) and the late Michael (Kelly Vesey).  Loving grandmom of Shannon, Thomas, Caitlyn, Madalyn,...

William "Bill" Ennis

William "Bill" Ennis

May 6, 2019

A retired Defense Dept. employee and Army veteran. Husband of the late Kathleen (nee Pinel). Loving father of William, Jr. (Donna) and Michael (Kristin). Pappy to Kylie and Brendan. Son of the late William and Mary Ennis. Dear uncle of John, Deanna, William, Jennifer, Kevin, Matthew, Meghan, Daniel, George, Daniel, and Luke. Also survived by his father in law...

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