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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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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...
Florence E. "Flo" Mulholland
May 5, 2019
Beloved sister of Daniel III, Michael Shrenk, Linda Shrenk, Betty Ann Mitchell, Billy Mitchell and Frank Mitchell; also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday Eve. 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM and also Friday 8:30 AM to 9:15 AM,...
John V. "Jack" Piskorski
May 2, 2019
Son of the late Stanley and Margaret, Jack is the loving brother of Thomas (Kathy), Patrice McGarry (Denny), and Billy (Diane); also survived by his nieces and nephews, Tommy, Maryellen, Brandy, Katie, Ian, Gia, Nina, and great nieces and nephews Beckham, Brendon, Faith, and Enzo. Relatives and friends are invited to...
Joan Naseef (Nee Keaser)
May 2, 2019
Beloved wife of the late Kayser, Joan is the devoted mother of Joan Long Pena and her husband Rafael. Loving grandmom of William R. Long, Jr. and his wife Amy; great grandmom of William R. Long, III. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday, May 7, 2019, 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM, St. Katherine of Siena Church,...
Raymond Trainor
Apr 30, 2019
Father of Darla Stewart and Raymond Trainor. Also survived by grandchildren; brother of Timmy and Violet; nieces, nephews, and many friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday morning, 10-11:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave., Phila., PA 19125. Funeral Service 12 Noon. Interment Calvary Cemetery.
Dorothy A. Maher (Nee Flanigan)
Apr 29, 2019
Beloved wife of Richard. Loving mother of Jason (Christine). Loving Mom Mom of Liam. Dear sister of Joseph and Karen. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Thursday 11:00 AM at Christ the King Church, 3252 Chesterfield Rd. Phila., PA 19154 followed by her Funeral Mass 12:00 PM. Interment Forest Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in...
Francis "Frank" X. Pietrzak
Apr 28, 2019
Francis X. Pietrzak "Frank" passed away suddenly April 28, 2019 at the age of 69. Son of the late Francis and Rose (nee Murphy) Pietrzak. Beloved brother of Mary (Edward) Jankauskas. Loving uncle of Kelly, Mark, and Ryan; great Uncle to Tiffany, Damon and Vanessa. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday 9:00 AM to 10:45...
James A. Baxter
Apr 28, 2019
James A. Baxter on April 28, 2019 at the age of 76. Loving husband of Dale (nee Furness). Beloved father of Barbara Dlugosz (Joseph) and Beverly Bloesch (Eric). Dear PopPop of Kevin (Erin), Brian, Troy and Gwen. Brother of Thomas Baxter (the late Nancy). Brother-in-law of Donna Pohl (the late Walter) and three nieces. Dearest son of the late...
Gina Busler
Apr 28, 2019
Beloved daughter of Joan Busler (nee Elliott) and sister of Beth Ann DeWeese (Jeff); cherished wife of Jonathan Crawford.
Gina embraced life to the fullest. Among her passions were cooking, traveling, movies and her friends. She was open to all the beauty in the world and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
...Nancy J. Braun (Nee Cienkowski)
Apr 27, 2019
Nancy J. Braun (nee Cienkowski) passed away April 27, 2019 at the age of 54. Loving mother of Eddie and Justin. Loving daughter of Nancy and Sylvester Cienkowski. Dear sister of Kathy Reganata, Patty Quattro, Melody Hamilton, and the late Teresa Cienkowski. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and friends. Services and interment are private.
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