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Joseph Thomas Toner

Joseph Thomas Toner

Mar 6, 2018

Joseph was a member of the Delta Community.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday morning, 11-11:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1514 Woodbourne Rd., Levittown, PA 19057.  Funeral Service 12 Noon.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Jessica "Jess" Leigh White

Jessica "Jess" Leigh White

Mar 6, 2018

Loving daughter of Deborah Hunter.  Beloved sister of Angel Fortier (Rob), Eric (Brianna), Kelly Phillips (Josh), Ryan, and Tyler.  Dearest aunt of Taylor, Gavin and Lili.  She will be sadly missed by many friends, especially her best friends Crystal, Cathy, Amanda and her "fur baby" Rocky.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Saturday morning, 9-12 Noon at BURNS...

Kathleen T. Smith (Nee Daley)

Kathleen T. Smith (Nee Daley)

Mar 4, 2018

Kathleen T. Smith (nee Daley) of Philadelphia, passed away on March 4, 2018 at the age of 90. Kathleen was predeceased by her beloved spouse of 65 years, William "Bill" Smith. Devoted mother of Joseph (Rosemarie) and Kathleen Cunningham (Joseph). Loving Nana and Mom Mom to Joey, Katrina, Sarabeth and the late Bryn. Great grandmother of Eva Gray and William...

Craig Edward Sejda, Sr.

Craig Edward Sejda, Sr.

Mar 3, 2018

On Saturday March 3, 2018 Craig Edward Sejda, Sr. of Philadelphia was called home to his final resting place. Loving son of Helen Sejda (nee Dinnis) and the late Joseph Sejda. Survived by his loving children Craig Edward Sejda, Jr., age 24 and his daughter Maddison Jade Sejda age 11; also survived by his step children Joseph Swanson, Julie, Carrie...

Livia M. Valentino

Livia M. Valentino

Mar 3, 2018

Livia Mary Valentino, age 94, of Philadelphia passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday morning, March 3, 2018.  Born in 1923, she was the daughter of Severina and Donato Travaglini. Beloved wife of the late James Peter Valentino and beloved sister of the late Lucy Magro and Pasquale Travaglini, her memory shall be cherished by her daughter, Denise Kelly;...

Maria Olkowski (Nee Palumbo)

Maria Olkowski (Nee Palumbo)

Mar 1, 2018

Maria passed away March 1, 2018 with her family by her side. Wife of the late Stephen J. Loving mother of Stephen (Trudie), Susan Cohen (John), Marie Nigita (the late Tony), Thomas (Karen), Donald (Nancy), and Jerry (Lisa). She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends, and members of the BVM...

Sabina M. Rocco (Nee Lobasso)

Sabina M. Rocco (Nee Lobasso)

Feb 27, 2018

At the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Domenick. Devoted mother of Nicholas (Margaret), Raymond (Sonia), Steven (Melissa). Dear grandmom of Nicole and Corrine. Also survived by her nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM at St. Jerome Church, 8100 Colfax St. Phila., PA followed by her Funeral...

Edward J. Brady

Edward J. Brady

Feb 27, 2018

Passed away Feb. 27, 2018 at his home with his family by his side. Husband of the late Mary C. (nee Hoban). Loving father of Edward (Bonnie), Mary Reil (William), Thomas (Emilia), Anne McAnulty (Jack), Patricia Klinges (Mark), and Jeanne McAleer (Sean). Grandfather of 15. Dear brother of Joseph (Dorothy), and the late Joan Wiley, Robert, James, and Catherine Deni....

Catherine T. Montijo (Nee Mcavoy)

Catherine T. Montijo (Nee Mcavoy)

Feb 27, 2018

February 27, 2018. Beloved wife of Miguel. Loving mother of Catherine M. Possenti (Joseph) and the late William J. Pfeffer. Mom-Mom to Kay, Nicholas, Ava, Giana, Justine, Devyn, Julianna, Sophia, and Lucas. Dear sister of John McAvoy (Lynne), sister-in-law of Harvey Montijo (Lillian), Enid Montijo, daughter-in-law Darri and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on...

James P. Diamond Time And Date Change

James P. Diamond Time And Date Change

Feb 27, 2018

Past away February 27, 2018 with his family by his side. James was a retired Zamboni driver for the Philadelphia Flyers, Phantoms and the Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies. He is the beloved husband of the late Helen M. (nee Sloss), loving father of Kelly A. McFarland (Hugh), Kim Russo (Charles) and David Wueger (Michelle). Grandfather to Stephanie, Patrick, Kelsey and...

Agnes E. Hellwarth (Nee Knoll)

Agnes E. Hellwarth (Nee Knoll)

Feb 27, 2018

Agnes E. passed away February 27, 2018, at the age of 96.  Beloved wife of the late William H. Sr., devoted mother of Agnes E. Hellwarth, Dolores Sell (Raymond), William H. Jr. (Joanne).  Dear grandmom of Raymond (Christen) and Stephen (Cori), great grandmom of Ricky, Cassidy, Brady, and Riley; also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are...

Margaret M. "Pat" Schmal (Nee Golden)

Margaret M. "Pat" Schmal (Nee Golden)

Feb 27, 2018

Beloved wife of the late Francis. Loving mother of Frank (Franny) and Denise O'Connor (Jerry). Dear Grandmom and Mom Mom Pat of Frankie, Becky, Jerry, and Katie; also survived by 7 great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, her brother Martin Golden and many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Monday 8:00 AM at...

Norman S. Thomas

Norman S. Thomas

Feb 24, 2018

Norman "Norm" Smith Thomas, 87, of Port St. Lucie, Florida passed away February 24, 2018. Norm was born and raised in Palo, Michigan to the late Ray Thomas and Iva Thomas nee Dickinson. He relocated to Philadelphia Pennsylvania, where he was employed by the Philadelphia Police Department and was a member of the (FOP). He was proud to serve our...

Grace M. Mcfadyen

Grace M. Mcfadyen

Feb 24, 2018

Daughter of the late James and Annie McFadyen.  Loving sister of Joseph and the late James, William, and Edward.  Dear companion of Maura Lennon; also survived by her sister in law Kathleen McFadyen and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.   Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday, April 7, 9 AM, St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700...

Harriet E. Slichter

Harriet E. Slichter

Feb 24, 2018

Beloved wife of the late Samuel James.  Devoted mother of Gary Slichter and his wife Linda (nee Formica) and Geof Slichter and his wife Marsha (nee Williams), loving mom mom of Jamie Slichter and her family Maggie, Abigail, and Porter, Samuel Slichter, Joseph Orawsky and his son AJ, Michael Orawsky (Nicole) and his family Halley, Isabelle, and Grace. Relatives and...

Eleanor J. Altomare (Nee Sambuca)

Eleanor J. Altomare (Nee Sambuca)

Feb 24, 2018

Beloved wife of the late Joseph Sr.  Devoted mother of Linda Kramer, Joseph Jr., Donna Quinn (the late Michael), and Diane Taggart (Ken).  Loving mom mom of Robert, Joe III, Christina, Nina, and Madison, great grandmom to Haley, Aubrey, Eleanah, and Aiden; also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Saturday 9 AM...

Anthony C. Williams

Anthony C. Williams

Feb 23, 2018

Son of Walter and Elizabeth (nee Dobson).  Brother of Johanna Marquard, Matthew Williams, and Jennifer Nulty.  Uncle of Frederick (Monica), Kristina (Tom), Corinne, Emily, Hanna, and Charlotte.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday morning, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Mass 10 A.M.  Interment Beechwood Cemetery.

Gloria M. Clarke-Ravenstahl (Nee Santomarco)

Gloria M. Clarke-Ravenstahl (Nee Santomarco)

Feb 22, 2018

Beloved wife of the late Howard A. Clarke. Devoted mother of Sister Bernadette Marie Ravenstahl, S.S.N.D., John, Michael and Roy Ravenstahl. Stepmother of Carol Burns and Catherine Behrmann (Richard). Also survived by 3 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, April 6, 2018 , 9-9:45 A.M. at Christ the King Church, 3252...

Dawn R. Casella (Nee Grykin)

Dawn R. Casella (Nee Grykin)

Feb 22, 2018

Loving wife of the late Gregory, her "Lovebug".  Beloved sister of Nancy Houtz (Dennis), Susan Meo (Steven) and Richard Grykin (Deborah).  Aunt of the late Steven R. Meo ; also D.J., Donald, Lauren, Michael, Nick, Nicole, Nicholas, Samantha and many other nieces and nephews.  She will be sadly missed by her 5 grandchildren.  Relatives and friends are invited to her...

Francis "Frank" Mccourt

Francis "Frank" Mccourt

Feb 22, 2018

Loving husband of the late Miriam (nee Kane). Beloved father of Christine Slider (Ken), Debbie Franklin (Dan Lamon) and Francine. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday morning, 8:45-9:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment New Cathedral Cemetery. In...

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