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Madeline "Madge" Lentz

Madeline "Madge" Lentz

May 15, 2018

Preceded in death by her mother Sophie E. Kelso (nee Lentz).  Sister of John S. "Smitty" Kelso (Georgie), Michael Kelso (Deb Houseworth), David Kelso (Maria), and the late Katie Kelso.  Aunt of David M., Tanya M., John M. (Juliette), Jeffrey D., Megan A., and Tyler J.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday from 9-11 A.M. at BURNS...

Russell Joseph Mort, Sr.

Russell Joseph Mort, Sr.

May 14, 2018

Russell Joseph Mort, Sr., passed away May 14, 2018, at the age of 72.  Loving husband of Eleanor (nee Shane), he is the devoted father of Christina Mangle (Mark) and Russell Joseph, Jr. (Lena).  Dear pop pop of Stephanie (Dan), James, Nicholas, and Cadence, G pop to Raelynn; also survived by...

Elaine M. Barnes

Elaine M. Barnes

May 13, 2018

Elaine M. Barnes passed away suddenly on May 13, 2018 at the age of 59. Loving daughter of the late Mary and Vincent Barnes, Sr. Dear sister of Karen Dott (John), Vincent Jr. (Jane), Jack (Doreen), Regina Barnes-Harr (the late Brian), Thomas (Cheryl), and the late James. Predeceased by her nephew Vincent Barnes, III. She is also survived by many...

Patricia M. Higgins (Nee Wible)

Patricia M. Higgins (Nee Wible)

May 10, 2018

Suddenly May 10, 2018 at the age of 73. Beloved wife of the late James G. Higgins. Loving mother of James, Patrick, Michael (Laiz), Kevin (Tiffany), Christina Perricone (Paul), and Brian (Jennifer). Dear Mom Mom of Michael, Matthew, Joseph, Kayla, Rachael, Faith, Gina, Kile, Dana, Ryan, Paulie, Bobby, Emily, Erin, Kevin and Savannah. Sister of Marty (Angel), Helene (Jack), Jeanne...

Catherine Labrice

Catherine Labrice

May 8, 2018

Catherine Labrice (nee Chiarle), passed away with her family by her side on May 8, 2018.  Beloved wife of 59 years to Vincent Labrice.  Loving mother of Vincent Jr., Maria (Herb) Offenback, and Michael.  Dear grandmother to Amanda, Samantha, Michael Jr., and Brianna.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Monday, May 14, 2018, 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM,...

Helen Szuszczewicz - Junod

Helen Szuszczewicz - Junod

May 7, 2018

Wife of the late Joseph Szuszczewicz, loving mother of Brian Junod (Nicole) and Jeff Junod (Shannon).  Dear Racecar Grandmom to Tyler, Jayden, Dezden; also survived by her sisters Elaine Bain, Joyce Waldron, and Rosie Kobierowski.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday 12:00 PM to 1:45 PM, Burns Funeral Home,...

James P. Carty

James P. Carty

May 6, 2018

James P. Carty, passed away suddenly May 6, 2018, at the age of 37.  Beloved son of James M. and Patricia (nee Nellinger), he is the loving father of Ava Carty.  Dear brother of Meghan Kauriga (Andrew) and Kelly Bagnell (Kevin); also survived by his grandmother Patricia Carty, his niece Muirenn, and his nephews Christian, Kevin, Quinn, Kellan, and Patrick. ...

Elizabeth "Liz" Delp (Nee Mcgovern)

Elizabeth "Liz" Delp (Nee Mcgovern)

May 6, 2018

Wife of the late Bud. Mother of Mark (Lori) and Melissa Bode (Ken). Grandmom of Brendan and Rachel. Sister of Joanne Moin and Rita Delle (Norm). Relatives and friends are invited to her Graveside Service Wednesday morning, 11 A.M. at St. Dominic Cemetery, 8504 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19136. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to Alzheimer's Assoc.,...

David R. Cortez

David R. Cortez

May 5, 2018

Beloved partner of Barbara McLay. Father of Richard (Clare), Randall (Deborah), Raquel Ray (David), and the late Julene Cortez. Also survived by 13 grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday morning, 9:30-10:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 11 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Rose C. Mcelhaney (Nee Tomeo)

Rose C. Mcelhaney (Nee Tomeo)

May 5, 2018

Passed away with her family by her side on May 5, 2018 in New Jersey. Born in Aliquippa, PA, formerly of Monaca, PA. Predeceased in death by her parents Antonio and Mary Tomeo (nee Casuccio). Beloved wife of 65 years to Walter "Red" McElhaney. Loving mother of Deborah Sadowski. Dear Grandma to Justin (Loren), Matthew (Michelle), and Nicholas (Brandi). Great...

Edwin J. Mcmullen

Edwin J. Mcmullen

May 4, 2018

Beloved husband of Carol (nee House), loving father of William Phillips (Nancy), Bryan Boyd (Michele), Kelly Cavallaro (Rich), and Eddie.  Dear grandpop of 9 grandchildren; also survived by his brother James McMullen (Debbie), Patrick McMullen (Kathy), and many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday, 8:00...

Vincent D'Angelo

Vincent D'Angelo

May 3, 2018

Vince passed away unexpectedly on May 3, 2018.  Father of Nicholas.  Son of Bernie (Gloria) and Laraine Bensinger (Lou).  Brother of Bernie, Jr. (Beth) and Laraine Scalia (Mike).  Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday evening, 6-7:45 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 8...

Michael R. Perry

Michael R. Perry

May 2, 2018

Michael R. Perry passed away suddenly May 2, 2018.  Beloved husband of Juanita (nee Alwaque), loving father of Jennifer Fields (Jamal) and Johnny (Lisa), dear pop pop of Antonio, Gloria, Magdalena, Ilario, and Gianni; also survived by his sister Patty Ann Perry and his brother Thomas Perry. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday, May 11, 2018, 7:00...

Thomas J. "Tom" Gavaghan

Thomas J. "Tom" Gavaghan

May 2, 2018

Tom J. Gavaghan of Delray Beach passed away May 2, 2018 at the age of 89. Husband of the late Margaret Gavaghan. Loving father of the the late Richard, Patricia, Darlene, and Thomas Jr. He is survived by his grandchildren Richard, Brian, Kasey and Jackson. Per Tom's wishes, there will not be a memorial service performed in Florida. Relatives and...

Charles Rubeo

Charles Rubeo

May 2, 2018

Beloved husband of 64 years to Joan C. (nee Boyd). Loving father of Charles (Colleen), Patricia Valeno (David), and Michael (Jennifer). Grandfather to Anthony, Christopher, Kelly Ann, Joshua, Zachary, and the late Alexandrea; and his canine companion Molly. Also survived by 1 brother Raymond, Jr. (Dolores). Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday morning, 9-10:15 A.M. at St....

Joseph S. Clare, Jr.

Joseph S. Clare, Jr.

May 2, 2018

A WWII Army veteran, who passed away at the age of 98. Husband of the late Margaret (nee Sarne). Beloved father of Janet Clare, Joseph Clare (Denise) and the late Judith. Grandfather of George, David, Todd, Matthew, Christopher; great grandfather of Julia and Andrew. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday morning, 8:30-9:45 A.M. at Our Lady of...

Hugh F. Maher

Hugh F. Maher

May 1, 2018

Hugh F. "Bud" Maher. Suddenly May 1, 2018.  Beloved husband of 57 years to Dorothy (nee Moylan).  Devoted father of Kevin J. Maher, Maureen Maher, Suzanne Mooney and her husband Sean Mooney.  Loving grandfather of Sean Michael and Kaydence Mooney, dear brother of Joseph and the late Eleanor.  He will also...

Mary Jane Ford (Nee Schmidt)

Mary Jane Ford (Nee Schmidt)

Apr 30, 2018

At the age of 70. Formerly of Swamp Poodle. Beloved wife of the late Albert Sr. Loving mother of Albert (Jacquelynn), Kelly Lang (James), Kirsten Ford (Glenn), Martin (Kathleen), and Katie Bara (David). Dear Granny of 16 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She is survived by her sister-in-law Patricia Schmidt, brother-in-law Joseph Deighan, and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and...

Maryann F. Carson (Nee Finley)

Maryann F. Carson (Nee Finley)

Apr 29, 2018

Daughter of the late Elizabeth and Russell Finley. Beloved wife of John E. Carson, Jr. for 66 years. Loving mother of John E. Carson, III (Darcey), Steven R. Carson (Brad), Joseph T. Carson (Lillian) and daughter-in-law Maureen Carson. She is also survived by her grandchildren Duncan, Morgan, Colleen, Blair, Jenna, Jessica and her great grandchildren Hailey, Ryan, Ella, Charlotte,...

James G. Carrick

James G. Carrick

Apr 28, 2018

At the age of 87. Loving husband of 41 years to Donna. Dear father of Linda Carrick, Laurie Carrick (Jack Riley), and Lisa Carrick (Rob Kirk). Grandfather of Kristen Riley (Ted Hosmer), Justin Torosian and Brendan Riley. Beloved brother of Virginia (Tom); uncle of Virginia (Tom), James, and Patty (Bob). Also survived by his large extended loving family. Jim was...

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