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Salvador N. Manosca

Salvador N. Manosca

Aug 8, 2018

Salvador N. Manosca, age 55, passed away peacefully and pain free August 8th, 2018 surrounded by all of his loved ones. My father ended his 7 year battle with cancer, still fighting, because he was never known to be a weak man. My father was one of the few lucky people in this...

Margaret "Peggy" Rose Phillips (Nee Dietrich)

Margaret "Peggy" Rose Phillips (Nee Dietrich)

Aug 8, 2018

Peggy passed away August 8, 2018 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late  Harold "Buddy". Loving mother of Kathy Belardino (Tony), Peggie Kruvczuk(Mike), Debi Sweeney (Dan), Nancie Kelly (Chuck), Buddy III and Robert. Dear grandmom of Anthony, Nicole, Christina, Dana, Lisa, Tami, Danny, Jackie, Chuckie, Joey, Jake and Chrissy. Great grandmom of Alexis, Skylar, Haddi, Michael, Brandon,...

Zachary Schumacher

Zachary Schumacher

Aug 7, 2018

Zachary Schumacher - Extraordinary young man, fiercely loved by all whose lives he touched. He was a wonderfully loyal and loving husband, son, grandson, brother, and friend. His love for his wife, family, friends, dogs, and life (and of course the Eagles!) was his legacy and a gift we will forever cherish. Devoted husband of Samantha (nee Ebsworth).  Loving son...

Alexander "Paul" Lowe

Alexander "Paul" Lowe

Aug 6, 2018

At the age of 75. Loving husband of Ruth (nee Carlin). Devoted father of Michael (John Bramante), Kristine Foster (David), and Matthew (Holly). Dear Pop Pop of Andrew, Jonathan, Melissa, and Brandon. Brother of Carole Blacknell, William (Gail), and the late Walter. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Rebecca, and his large extended loving family. Relatives and friends are...

Ronald Garback

Ronald Garback

Aug 6, 2018

Ronald Garback passed away August 6, 2018. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Monday 9 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by his Service at 9:30 AM. Interment Beechwood Cemetery.

Thomas E. Beaudet, Sr.

Thomas E. Beaudet, Sr.

Aug 5, 2018

Thomas E. Beaudet, Sr. passed away August 5, 2018 at the age of 94; beloved husband of the late Margaret; devoted father of Donna Friedberger (Michael), and the late Thomas Jr. Dear pop of Thomas, III, Jeff , Brian and Rachel; great pop of TJ, Billy, and Marek; dear Godfather of Joanne Weiderhold (Warren). Relatives and friends are invited to...

Rosa D. Spadaro

Rosa D. Spadaro

Aug 5, 2018

On Sunday, August 5th, 2018, Rosa D. Spadaro passed away suddenly at the age of 67. Rosa will forever be remembered by her husband, George Werner, son Stephen (Heather) Spadaro, and her numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends. A native of Roxas City, Philippines, Rosa moved to Philadelphia where she owned and managed several successful businesses,...

Stanley "Wally" W. Hojnacki

Stanley "Wally" W. Hojnacki

Aug 4, 2018

Wally passed away on August 4, 2018 at the age of 65 with his family by his side. He is the beloved husband of 39 years to Jo-Ann (nee Menno). Loving father of Carla Gault (Steven). Dear brother of Bob Hojnacki and Joannne Romano. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services and interment private.

Anthony "Tony" L. Riggs

Anthony "Tony" L. Riggs

Aug 4, 2018

Tony passed away suddenly on August 4, 2018 at the age of 36. Beloved son of Larry and Ellen (nee Egner) Riggs. Loving fiancé of Amber Nowland. Devoted father of Anthony Riggs, Mercedes Riggs, Alexis Riggs, and Taylor Nowland. Dear brother of Kim Rafferty (Sean). Uncle of Frankie and Sean; nephew of Roy and Sharon Egner, and Billy Egner....

Charles R. Hartzell, Jr.

Charles R. Hartzell, Jr.

Aug 3, 2018

Charlie was a graduate of Father Judge High School, Class of '61. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was owner of HBESCO. Loving husband of Barbara Jo (nee Aherne). Father of Dennis Gibson (Lee), Paul Gibson (Jennifer Morgan), Edmund Gibson, Heather Hartzell Speare, Brendan Gibson (Bernadette), and Charles M. Hartzell (Sarah).  Loving Grampsie of Larissa, Monica, Layla, Sofia,...

John J. Craney

John J. Craney

Aug 3, 2018

Beloved husband of Janis (nee Brennan). Loving father of Christine O'Donnell (John), Lori Toy (John) and Peter Craney. Dear Pop Pop of Erin, James, Connor, Kaleigh, Jack and Morgan. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Friday 8:30 AM at St. Christopher Church, 13301 Proctor Rd. Phila., PA 19116 followed by his Funeral Mass 10:30 AM. In...

Elizabeth "Betty" T. Kennelly

Elizabeth "Betty" T. Kennelly

Aug 2, 2018

Elizabeth T. Kennelly (nee Mckenna) "Betty" August 2, 2018 age 91, wife of the late Matthew. Loving mother of Betty (Michael) Bachowski, Matt (Terry) Kennelly, Anne Kennelly, Franny (Barbara) Kennelly, Peggy (Kevin) Reinert, Rose (John) Breslin, Patty Kennelly, Mary Kay (Michael) Mensch. She is also survived by many Grand and Great Grandchildren. Relatives and Friends are invited to her...

Sharon M. Stehl

Sharon M. Stehl

Aug 1, 2018

Sharon M. Stehl, age 61 of Delran, NJ passed away August 1, 2018. She was born to the late Melvin Anderson and Catherine Anderson on January 14, 1957. Sharon was a devoted wife, mother and Mom Mom. She enjoyed spending time on her family boat, relaxing at the beach and going to concerts. She took pride in raising her two...

John J. "Jack" Wurtenberg, Sr.

John J. "Jack" Wurtenberg, Sr.

Aug 1, 2018

John J. Sr. "Jack" peacefully August 1, 2018, surrounded by his family.  Beloved husband of the late "Sis".  Devoted father of John J. Jr. "Werty" and his wife Elaine, Robert "Bugsy" and his wife BeBe, and his daughter Denise.  Loving Pop of Matthew, Tiffany, John III, Lindsay, Billy, Bobby, and Jamie,...

Mark Reidy

Mark Reidy

Aug 1, 2018

Mark Reidy, 48, of Egg Harbor Twp., NJ passed away peacefully August 1, 2018.  Born in Philadelphia on March 19, 1970 he is beloved by his family and friends.  Mark was a family man who loved spending his free time playing with his grandkids, watching the Redskins play and cheering for...

Anthony T. Lapkiewicz

Anthony T. Lapkiewicz

Aug 1, 2018

Anthony T. Lapkiewicz passed away August 1, 2018 at the age of 100. Beloved husband of the late Marie (nee Porter). Loving father of Charles (Cecilia) and Margaret Link. Dear Pop of Scott McHugh, Bryan Link, Mary Long, Theresa Moore, Mark Lapkiewicz and Agnes Cappello; great grandpop of Aidan McHugh, Christopher Cappello, and Desmond Moore. He is also survived...

Gerald "Jerry" D. Mcginnis

Gerald "Jerry" D. Mcginnis

Jul 31, 2018

Loving husband of the late Donna (nee Sassa). Stepfather of Harry Taylor III. Dear friend of Frank and Maureen Wilkinson. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews. Relatives and friend are invited to his viewing Monday 9 AM - 9:45 AM Holy Innocents Church 1337 Hunting Park Ave. Phila., PA 19124 followed by his Funeral Mass 10:00 AM....

Joseph "Joe" A. Farrell

Joseph "Joe" A. Farrell

Jul 30, 2018

Joseph A. Farrell "Joe" A long time resident of Center City, passed away suddenly July 30,2018 at his residence at the age of 67. He was a graduate of Father Judge H.S.and Allentown College and received his Masters Degree on Public Administration from the University of North Carolina. Joe was passionate about his work with EDSI  where he worked for...

Frederick H. "Fred" Isard, Iii

Frederick H. "Fred" Isard, Iii

Jul 30, 2018

Beloved husband of 30 years to Linda (nee Torpey).  Loving brother of Rosemarie Stambro (the late Jimmy) and Betsy Herbert; also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Thursday 9:30 AM to 1 0:45 AM St. Katherine of Siena Church,...

Sarah Anne Michalczyk

Sarah Anne Michalczyk

Jul 28, 2018

Sarah Anne passed away suddenly July 28, 2018.  Loving mother of Frankie Ann, she is the beloved daughter of John and Karen (nee Sharp).  Loving sister of John (Amy) and Rachel, granddaughter of Edward and Esther Sharp; also survived by her nephews Jack and Logan.  Sarah will also be sadly missed by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.  Relatives and friends...

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