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Kathleen M. Canning

Kathleen M. Canning

Mar 27, 2019

Kathleeen M. Canning passed away peacefully March 27, 2019 with her family by her side. Wife of the late Charles; loving mother of Mary Hillock (Joseph), Maureen Wheeler (Edmund), Thomas Canning (Patricia), Charles Canning (Patricia), Karen Delaney (Thomas), and Kathleen McGeever (Mark). She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her...

Albert W. Yerkes, Sr.

Albert W. Yerkes, Sr.

Mar 25, 2019

A lifelong resident of Trevose, Pa. and a Mason for over 50 years, Albert W. Yerkes Sr. was born on the family farm on Brownsville Road in Trevose.  He passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on Monday, March 25, 2019, at his residence on Brownsville Road in Trevose.  Albert...

Mario E. Altimari

Mario E. Altimari

Mar 25, 2019

Mario Altimari, 88, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2019 surround by his children. Mario was born on May 17, 1930 to the late Maria and Angelo Altimari of Philadelphia, Pa. He was married to the love of his life, the late Doris "Dolly" (nee Appicello). An avid family man, Mario was a good father who always took...

John Joseph Lewandowski

John Joseph Lewandowski

Mar 22, 2019

John Joseph Lewandowski passed away March 22, 2019 at the age of 86. At the time of his death he was a resident of the Lutheran Community at Telford, PA.

John was a US Army veteran and retired employee of the A&P Company and Occidental Petroleum (Burlington NJ plant).

John was born and raised in...

William J. Robb

William J. Robb

Mar 22, 2019

Husband of Alice (nee Kahmar). Father of Allison Schaffer (Troy) and Kristine Robb. Pop-Pop of William Kramer, Thomas and Erin Schaffer. Preceded in death by his parents Francis and Esther, and brother Francis, Jr. (Margaret). Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, 10:30-12:15 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Service 12:30 P.M....

Kathleen Pica (Nee Mulhern)

Kathleen Pica (Nee Mulhern)

Mar 22, 2019

Wife of the late Alfred. Mother of Pattie Day (Luis), Kathy Harkins (Jim) and the late Theresa Mattioli (Rob). Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday morning, 9-10:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 11 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery....

Dr. Thomas "Chuck" Creamer

Dr. Thomas "Chuck" Creamer

Mar 21, 2019

Loving husband of Eileen (nee Finnerty); devoted father of Sheila, Shannon Connors (Tim), William (Bijal), John, and the late Thomas, Jr., Christopher, and Alicia.  Dear grandpop of Lynzee, Samantha, Jamie, Brooke, Joey, Kaley, Soraya, Desmond, Layla, and Chase Thomas; 2 great grandchildren David and Brannalyn.  Survived by his brothers and sisters Mary Antonia, Michael, Anne, James, and the late...

Maryanne T. Wetzel-Grayo (Nee Biedrzycki)

Maryanne T. Wetzel-Grayo (Nee Biedrzycki)

Mar 21, 2019

Mother of Michael Grayo and Henry Grayo (Staci).  Mom-Mom of Hayley.  Sister of Kathy Biedrzycki and Frank Biedrzycki.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday evening, 6-8 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Mass cards preferred.

Dorothy "Dot" Bogner

Dorothy "Dot" Bogner

Mar 21, 2019

Preceded in death by her parents and many brothers and sisters. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday morning, 9-9:45 A.M. at Holy Innocents Church, 1337 E. Hunting Park Ave., Phila., PA 19124. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment New Cathedral Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to American...

Roselle H. Riehl

Roselle H. Riehl

Mar 20, 2019

Loving wife of the late Walter G. Riehl.  Mother of Deborah Brueske (Andrew), Joan Thomas (Dave), and the late Cheryl Lynn.  Grandmother of Joseph, Heather, Jessica, Stephanie, David, and Nathaniel.  Great grandmother of David, Paul, Rylee, Jackson, Aubree, and Christian.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday evening, March 27, 2019 , 6-8 P.M. and...

Anthony F. Sadowski "Slugger"

Anthony F. Sadowski "Slugger"

Mar 20, 2019

Anthony "SLUGGER" Sadowski suddenly passed away on March 20, 2019.  Beloved husband of Terry (nee Beer).  Son of the late Francis and Virginia Sadowski.  Dear brother of Donna, Francis,"Winky" (Sue) and Jennifer.  Adored uncle of Richelle (Jason), Virginia, Trey, John, Holly, Savannah (John), Anthony, Jeremy, Shamus and Paige.  Great uncle to Madalynne, Rhiannon, Ryian, Brooklyn, Jordan, Jayden, Gabriel, Holly,...

John R. Jordan

John R. Jordan

Mar 19, 2019

John R. Suddenly, March 19, 2019.  Beloved husband of the late Marie.  Loving companion of Ethel Sembrot, devoted father of Joseph Jauss, Denise Garden, Sherald Morrison, Joseph Jordan, and the late John Jordan.  Dear grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Sunday...

Raymond R. Huber

Raymond R. Huber

Mar 19, 2019

Father of Kelly Jakim (Kevin) and Jackie Kochis (the late Steve).  Brother of Bob (Sandy), Tom (Linda), Ed (Pat) and the late Bill.  Also survived by his sister-in-law Eleanor; grandfather of Stephen, Nicholas, and Kaitlyn.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday morning, 8:30-10:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Mass...

Alberta R. Miller (Nee Ferguson)

Alberta R. Miller (Nee Ferguson)

Mar 19, 2019

Beloved wife of William. Loving mother of Thomas (Linda), John (Josette), Stephen, Michael, and the late Billy. Dear grandmom of Tracey, Brian, Amanda, John, and Allison. Sister of Thomas and the late Mary. She is also survived by her loving nieces and nephews. Alberta was a former member of the Legion of Mary at St. Anselm's. Relatives and friends...

Vincent P. Gallagher, Sr.

Vincent P. Gallagher, Sr.

Mar 19, 2019

Father of Vince, Jr. (Kristen), Sean, Patrick, Theresa, Eric, and the late Maureen and Christian.  Pop of Vincent, Dominic, Nicholas, Gabrielle, and Joslynn.  Preceded in death by his parents Francis and Kathleen.  Also survived by his siblings Francis, Patricia, Daniel, Kathleen, and the late Michael.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather...

Kathleen "Kat" E. Marshall (Nee Suggs)

Kathleen "Kat" E. Marshall (Nee Suggs)

Mar 14, 2019

Kathleen Marshall "Kat" passed away March 14, 2019 at the age of 71. Loving wife of James; devoted mother of Colleen, Denise, Kathleen, Tina, Michael, Maureen, Jimmy, and the late Patsy. She is also survived by her 17 grandchildren and many great grandkids; sister of Dorothy Galdo (Don), and the late Eileen. Relatives and friends are invited to her...

Caroline Mcguriman (Nee Kalneets)

Caroline Mcguriman (Nee Kalneets)

Mar 13, 2019

Caroline McGuriman (nee Kalneets) passed away March 13, 2019 at the age of 85. Loving wife of the late George Sr. Devoted mother of 4 children; dear grandmom of 8 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and one sister. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Sunday 5:00-7:00 PM and Monday 9:30-10:30 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave....

Guido J. Fares, Jr.

Guido J. Fares, Jr.

Mar 10, 2019

Guido J. Fares, Jr. passed away March 10, 2019 at the age of 72. Beloved husband of 44 years to Janice. Loving father of Heather Fares (James), and Jillian Fisher (Christopher). Dear Pop Pop of Adriana, Addison, and Maddox. Brother of Jacqueline and the late Vincent. He is also survived by his loving nieces and nephews. Guido was an...

Peter Klein

Peter Klein

Mar 9, 2019

Peter passed away March 9, 2019, he was 101.  A retired employee of Rohm and Haas he is survived by his nieces and nephews and his dear friend Virginia Diehl.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday, March 15, 2019, 10:30 to 11:00 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA.  Interment will be held at...

Olga L. Wallace (Nee Labb)

Olga L. Wallace (Nee Labb)

Mar 9, 2019

Olga Labb Wallace was born in Hazelton, Pa on October 1, 1924 and passed peacefully in her sleep while at her home on March 9, 2019. Predeceased by her husband, Robert E Wallace Jr. and her son Robert E Wallace III she is survived by her children Judith Anne Orr (Ronald), Laurie Jess Wallace-Lanham (Kerry), Beth Jeanne Leahy (Robert),...

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