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William "Billy" O'Brien

William "Billy" O'Brien

Jun 20, 2025

William A. "Billy" O'Brien, age 47, passed away suddenly on June 20, 2025.

Born on August 12, 1977, Billy went home free with the Lord on June 20, 2025.

Billy was a proud DC21 Union Bridge Painter with Local 2011, known for his strength, loyalty, and love for the simple things in life. He was...

Francis W. Walsh, Jr.

Francis W. Walsh, Jr.

Jun 19, 2025

Francis W. Walsh, Jr., "Frank," passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, at the age of 79. Beloved husband of the late Sharon Walsh, Frank was a devoted father to Sandy Tirendi, Maureen Walsh, and Brian Walsh, and a loving Pop Pop to his cherished granddaughters, Stella and Nina Tirendi. Frank was a proud and dedicated member of Local...

Nancy L. Pusicz

Nancy L. Pusicz

Jun 19, 2025

Nancy L. Pusicz (nee Gifford), passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, at home, surrounded by her loving family and friends, after a long illness. Born on January 1, 1948, to the late Frank and Janete Gifford, Nancy was raised in the Fishtown section of Philadelphia alongside her three sisters and one brother, she was the youngest.  As a...

Nicole Rocco

Nicole Rocco

Jun 15, 2025

Nicole Rocco, of Philadelphia, passed away suddenly on June 15, 2025, at the age of 37. Beloved daughter of Nicholas Rocco and Kathleen McBride, Nicole is survived by her loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and her companion, Dave. A proud graduate of St. Hubert's High School, Class of 2006, Nicole was known for her artistic talent and her deep love...

Barbara Frisco

Barbara Frisco

Jun 13, 2025

Barbara Frisco (nee Gallagher) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 13, 2025. Loving Mom to Maryann Schickling (Robert), Christine Conway (Howard) and Karen Frisco. Survived by Anthony Frisco.  Cherished Mom-Mom to Joseph (Laura), Jack (Abby), Jessica, Nicole, Brooke (Kevin), Abigail, Great Mom-Mom to Charlie, Bo and Liam. Dear Sister to William Gallagher (Mary) and the...

Elizabeth J. Woodill

Elizabeth J. Woodill

Jun 10, 2025

Elizabeth J. Woodill, "Betty" passed away on June 10, 2025, at the age of 69. Betty was the beloved wife of Luis Castro, Sr., and a devoted mother to Luis Castro, Jr. (Lisa) and Natalie Castro (Gregory Smith) and the late Jennifer Castro. She was a loving grandmother and great-grandmother whose warmth and kindness will be remembered by all...

Joan E. Clements

Joan E. Clements

Jun 9, 2025

Joan E. Clements (née Thompson), age 81, of Oxford Rehabilitation and Nursing Home in Langhorne, PA, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Larry Clements, Sr., Joan was a devoted mother to the late Larry Clements, Jr. Daughter of the late George and Elsie Thompson.  Dear companion of Walter Babb, Jr. of Riverview Estates,...

Hector M. Santiago

Hector M. Santiago

Jun 9, 2025

Hector M. Santiago, age 74, passed away on June 9, 2025.  Loving father of Junior (Axisa), Tita, Ricky (Jennifer), and the late Papo Santiago.  Hector was a retired warehouse manager.  He is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday morning, 9:00 - 10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL...

Manuel "Fernando" Araujo

Manuel "Fernando" Araujo

Jun 6, 2025

Manuel "Fernando" Araujo, age 88, passed away on June 6, 2025.  Fernando was born and married in Portugal, before moving to the United States in 1970.  He previously worked as a landscaper for many years. Fernando was preceded in death by the love of his life Maria (Nazare Marques).  Beloved father of Maria Araujo, Lenore Jennings (Bill), Edward Araujo...

Margaret M. Milburn

Margaret M. Milburn

Jun 5, 2025

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Margaret M. Milburn, (nee Brennan), age 84, passed away June 5, 2025.  Beloved wife of the late John W. Milburn.  Loving mother of Margaret Milburn, John C. Milburn (Patricia), and Gerard Milburn (Anne Marie).  Dear Mom-Mom of Sean,...

John J. Kane

John J. Kane

Jun 5, 2025

John J. Kane, "Jack," passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, at the age of 79. He was the beloved husband of Gina Lepore, and the cherished son of the late John and Lena Kane. He was a dear brother to Tony Addario and Pudge Kushark.  Beloved son-in-law of Regina Ranieri and the late Dominick Lepore; brother-in-law to Rosellen...

John "Jack" Kinloch, Sr.

John "Jack" Kinloch, Sr.

Jun 4, 2025

John "Jack" Kinloch, Sr., age 78, passed away on June 4, 2025.  Jack served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.  He was also retired from the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 542.  In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time at the Winchester Swim Club, where he served on the Board of Directors. He cherished vacationing...

Claire E. Hammer

Claire E. Hammer

Jun 3, 2025

Claire E. Hammer (nee Klebes), age 86, passed away on June 3, 2025.  Beloved wife of 59 years to the late Willis Hammer.  Loving mother of Michael Hammer (Carol), David Hammer, Linda Sansone (Steven), and the late James Hammer and Karen Colon (Fernando).  Grandmom to Michael, James, Sarah (Robert), Peter, Robert, Catherine (Phil), Breanna, Jane, Daniel, Marie, and Steven. ...

Barbara L. Solomon (Nee Rack)

Barbara L. Solomon (Nee Rack)

Jun 2, 2025

Barbara L. Solomon (née Rack) passed away suddenly on June 2, 2025, at the age of 56. She was the beloved daughter of Thomas Rack and the late Carole Rack. A devoted and loving mother, Barbara leaves behind her children Rachel Sterling (Daniel), Heather Solomon, and Noel Solomon, and was a proud and adoring grandmother to Lily-Ann. Barbara was...

Eleanor "Ellie" Allen

Eleanor "Ellie" Allen

Jun 2, 2025

Eleanor "Ellie" Allen, age 87, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of the late George and Bertha Allen (née McCombs), and a devoted sister to the late George, John, Joseph, and Edward Allen; Grace Pounder, Virginia Berry, Mary Turnbull, and Bernadette Hughes. Ellie is lovingly survived by her brothers Donald Allen and Robert...

Susan Chodak (Nee Babusik)

Susan Chodak (Nee Babusik)

Jun 2, 2025

Susan Chodak (nee Babusik) passed away on June 2, 2025. She was the cherished daughter of the late Frank and Anna Babusik. Loving mother to Bryan Chodak. Beloved sister to Elaine Roditis, Robert Babusik, Anthony Babusik (Maryanne), Marianne Osmolski (Frank), Thomas Babusik (Kim), and the late Joan Babusik. Susan was also a dear aunt to many loving nieces and...

Karen Adams (Nee Klein)

Karen Adams (Nee Klein)

Jun 1, 2025

Karen Adams passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025, at the age of 65. She was the cherished daughter of the late William T. Klein and Eleanor Klein (née Haux), and a devoted mother to Joseph Adams, Jr. and the late Andrea Adams. Karen was also a loving grandmother to the late Riley Grace.

She is survived...

Robert J. Cariola

Robert J. Cariola

Jun 1, 2025

Robert J. Cariola, age 80, unexpectedly passed away on June 1, 2025.  Robert was a Philadelphia Police Officer for 29 years and then a Philadelphia School Resource Officer for 10 years. He had a love for all animals, especially dogs and his most recent rescue Ollie. He enjoyed spending summers in Wildwood NJ with family and friends. He was...

Mary E. Bush

Mary E. Bush

May 31, 2025

Mary E. Bush (née Carroll) passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025, at the age of 80. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald K. Bush, and a devoted mother to David K Bush, Christopher J. Bush (Natalie), and the late Patricia A. McCullough (Jeffery). She was a cherished grandmother to Victoria Monachello-Reilly (Tyler), Matthew Moret...

Mary F. Murao (Nee Gerner)

Mary F. Murao (Nee Gerner)

May 31, 2025

Mary F. Murao (Gerner), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, aunt, and friend, passed away suddenly on May 31, 2025, at the age of 76.

Mary was the devoted wife of 56 years to Richard F. Murao. She was a loving and caring mother to Angeline Baker (Martin) and the late Richard F. Murao, and a proud...

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