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John "Jack" J. Mee

John "Jack" J. Mee

May 26, 2018

Jack passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 26, 2018. Beloved husband of 66 years to Germaine "Gerry" (nee Scarcynska). Loving father of John F., and Maureen. Grandfather of Justin, Melissa, Kristen, and Richard J. and great grandfather of Maura. Relatives, friends, and members of KOC Regina Colie Council are invited to his viewing on Wednesday...

John M. "Jack" Fallon, Jr.

John M. "Jack" Fallon, Jr.

May 23, 2018

At the age of 82. Loving husband of Maryann. Devoted father of Deborah, Lisa, Jack (Kim), Shirley French, Jason (Christy), Bill (Denise Trumpfheller). Cherished granddad of Danielle, Lisa, Jessica, John Michael II, Ryan, Eddie, Kiely, Connor, Jenna, Hannah, Will, Victoria and great grandfather of Mackenzie, Bryce, Delaney, Braelyn, Jade, Nathan, Ryan and Aubrey. He is also survived by his sisters...

Mary T. Somma (Nee Mcdermott)

Mary T. Somma (Nee Mcdermott)

May 22, 2018

Loving wife of the late Elia. Beloved mother of Anthony (Karen), Michael (Lisa), John (Terry), and Joseph. Grandmom of Megan (Matthew), Anthony, Nicholas, Kevin, and Adam. Sister of Kathleen (James) and Eileen (Alex). Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday morning, 8-9:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA...

Elizabeth E. French (Nee Shaffer)

Elizabeth E. French (Nee Shaffer)

May 22, 2018

Elizabeth E. French passed away on May 22, 2018 at the age of 97. Loving wife of the late Carl. Devoted mother of Jacqueline French and the late William French and Joseph Williams. Dear Grams of Carl French, David Lucas, Christine Lucas, Paul French and Steven French. She is also survived by 11 great grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren. Relatives...

William J. "Bill" Edinger, Sr.

William J. "Bill" Edinger, Sr.

May 19, 2018

Father of Jessica Ainsworth and her husband Doug, William Edinger Jr., Lisa Houser and her husband Frank.  Brother of Betty MacLean (Jack), Albert Edinger, Jr. (Judy), Robert Edinger (Sandy), Mary Anne Camm (the late Raymond), and Kathy Dziedowicz (Thomas).  Son of the late Florence and Albert Edinger.  Survived by many nieces and...

Elizabeth A. Sobolewski (Jellick)

Elizabeth A. Sobolewski (Jellick)

May 19, 2018

Loving wife of Jim.  Mother of Mark and Bryan.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday morning, 8-8:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Interment to follow at 10 A.M. at Washington Crossing National Cemetery in Newtown, PA.

Rose M. Merlino (Nee Midiri)

Rose M. Merlino (Nee Midiri)

May 19, 2018

Devoted mother of Joanne Tanner (the late William), Theresa McAleer (Vince), Joseph Merlino (Michelle), and the late Catherine Stabilito (Joseph).  Dear nanny of 13 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 9 great great grandchildren.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday 8:45 AM, St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA...

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...

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