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Gary L. Dawson
Sep 25, 2025
Gary L. Dawson, Sr., passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth (née Margerum), and the devoted father of Michael Dawson, Matthew Dawson, Kaitlin Dawson, and the late Gary L. Dawson, Jr. He was a cherished Pop Pop to his granddaughter, Sophia. Dear brother of the...
Eileen Mary Finegan
Sep 25, 2025
Eileen Mary Finegan (née Haviland) passed into eternal life peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family, on September 25, 2025, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Charles A. Finegan, Eileen was a devoted and loving mother to Mary Kelly, William (Clare), and Eileen D'Angelo (Gino). She was the attentive and cherished Nanna of...
Dennis J. Rudmin
Sep 25, 2025
Dennis passed away peacefully, with his friends Greg and Patricia Granja at his bedside, on September 25, 2025, after a 7 month battle with MDS. Up until the end Dennis lived his faith and prayed the Rosary.
Dennis was born and raised in the Fishtown section of Philadelphia, PA. Raised by his devoted Mother, Catherine Rudmin (Kitty),...
Michael Mikey "D" Dipasquale
Sep 24, 2025
Michael A. DiPasquale, Mikey "D", age 78, passed away on September 24, 2025. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Mike was also a proud and retired employee from Sanitation and the Water Department for the city of Philadelphia. Mike will be reunited with his partner of many years, Lisa Saioni, who passed away 6 years...
Natalie Marie Rivera, Do
Sep 22, 2025
Natalie Marie Rivera, DO, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at the age of 36, surrounded by her loving family after a brave and unwavering battle with cancer.
Natalie was the cherished daughter of Claudette and the late Rafael Rivera, beloved wife of Joseph Lugardo, and devoted mother to her daughter, Penelope. She was a loving...
Maureen Agnew-Dimes
Sep 21, 2025
Maureen Agnew-Dimes passed away on September 21, 2025, at the age of 64. She was the beloved wife of 30 years to Todd, and the loving mother of Maura Dimes and Colleen Dimes. Dear sister of Dolores Matecki (Michael), Kathy Bogas (Mark), Colleen Smith (Robert), Jack Agnew (Maria), and Joseph Agnew. Maureen is also survived by many cherished nieces,...
Ramon Rivera
Sep 20, 2025
Ramon N. Rivera, age 77, a proud United States Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War and longtime resident of Philadelphia, passed away on September 20, 2025. Ramon was deeply devoted to his country, having honorably served in the Marines, and later continued a lifetime of service through a 48-year career as a guard for the United States...
Elly G. Crowley
Sep 19, 2025
Elly G. Crowley (née Schott), age 102, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved daughter of the late Eric and Elise Schott. She was the cherished wife of the late Albert "Ace" Crowley and devoted mother to Robert, John (Eileen), Nancy Elliott (Tom), and the late James, Albert "Bucky", and Jayne Crowley. Elly...
Gilbert J. Damis, Sr.
Sep 18, 2025
Gil was raised in the Tacony section of Phila with his 4 brothers and 7 sisters. They were close and fun loving siblings.
Gil proudly served in the United States Army. He received his infantry training at Fort Knox and earned his "Marksman" badge for proficiency in M1, carbine, Browning Automatic rifles and machine guns. He was...
Samuel V. Autieri
Sep 17, 2025
Samuel V. Autieri passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Rita (née Catrini). Loving father of Michael (Katherine), Lisa Eddowes, and Laura Aileo (Michael). Cherished Grandpop to Helen, Matthew, Stephen, Daniel (Natalie), Rachael, Michele, Nicholas (Kelsey), Alyssa (Matthew), and Christopher. Dear brother of Richard (Janice) and...
Domenico A. De Laurentiis
Sep 15, 2025
Domenico A. De Laurentiis passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025. He was the beloved husband of 60 years to Beatriz (née Perez); devoted father of Mario De Laurentiis (Kimberly) and Sabrina Krouse De Laurentiis (Frank); and proud Popi to his cherished grandchildren Tyler, Frankie, Alexa, and Nicholas. Dear brother to Mario F. De Laurentiis and cousin to Nick...
Christopher J. Direnzo
Sep 14, 2025
It is with great sadness we share the unexpected passing of Christopher J. DiRenzo, Sr., age 44, who passed away on September 14, 2025. Chris was born and raised in Northeast Philadelphia. He was a diehard Eagle fan and loved to fish. Chris loved spending time with his family. Chris was employed at Walmart, where he worked as a...
Georgetta H. Resikoff
Sep 14, 2025
Georgetta H. Resikoff (nee Hampton) passed away on September 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Beloved wife of Ronald Resikoff. Devoted mother of John Williams, Jr. (Staci), David Williams (Lisa), George Williams (Billie), and Mark Resikoff (Emmie). Loving Mom-mom of 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Emma Douglas (Howard deceased), Leona...
James D. Jaycox, Sr.
Sep 12, 2025
James D. Jaycox, Sr passed away peacefully September 12, 2025 at the age of 92. The most comforting aspect of his passing was that he died on his late wife's Carol's birthday. They had been married for 65 years. He is now dancing with his wife in heaven.
Loving father of J. David Jaycox, Jr. (Susan) and...
Richard J. White
Sep 10, 2025
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Richard J. White, "RJ" age 80 passed away peacefully September 10, 2025. Beloved husband of 56 years to Susan (nee Tiano), Rich was a devoted partner and best friend. Son of the late Edward and Pauline...
Carole M. Layton
Sep 9, 2025
Carole M. Layton (née Charlton), of Fishtown, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of 66 years to John Layton, Carole was the cherished mother of Carole Turchi (John), Linda Kearney (Terry), Lisa Layton, Kelly Sanabria (Aquilino), and Jacqulyn Thoroughgood (Patrick). She was a devoted "Gmom" to...
Dominick Ray Baker, Jr.
Sep 9, 2025
It is with great sadness we share the unexpected passing of Dominick Ray Baker, Jr, age 31, who went to be with the Lord on September 9, 2025. Dominick attended St. Hilary of Portier grade school and graduated from Father Judge High School. He was a devoted lover of hockey and played from the time he could put on...
Nicholas K. Werwinski
Sep 8, 2025
Nicholas K. Werwinski, passed away on September 8, 2025, after a long illness. By his side was his beloved wife Carol (nee Thompson). Nick was the devoted father of the late Scott R. Thompson Sr. He was the son-in-law of Dolores and the late William Thompson and the son of the late Christine Klinicki. He was the proud Pop...
Dorothy "Dot" Eckert (Nee Sondinger)
Sep 8, 2025
Dorothy "Dot" Eckert (née Sondinger) passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025 at the age of 95.
Beloved wife of the late Frederick J. Eckert, Sr., Dot was the cherished mother of Theresa McBride (the late Patrick), Richard Eckert (Terry), Karen Napolitan (Joseph), and the late Frederick Eckert, Jr.
She was a devoted grandmother to...
Marianne M. Woolslayer
Sep 6, 2025
Marianne M. Woolslayer (nee Wagner) passed away on September 6, 2025. Beloved wife of William. Loving mother of Suzanne Woolslayer, Christine Woolslayer (Christopher Burnhauser), and Julie Woolslayer. Cherished "Mimi" to her seven adored grandchildren. Marianne found her greatest joy in caring for her family. She loved spending time in the kitchen, always cooking up...
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