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William C. "Bill" Richmond

William C. "Bill" Richmond

Jun 25, 2018

William Charles Richmond, "Bill", a retired Philadelphia Fire Commissioner, passed away peacefully June 25, 2018 at his home with his family by his side. Bill was a Korean War Veteran, a Phila. Police Officer for 2 years, a Phila. Firefighter for 28 yrs., and the Philadelphia Fire Commissioner from 1984-1988. He was the recipient of the Pioneer Award from...

Madeline Demaria (Nee Benedetto)

Madeline Demaria (Nee Benedetto)

Jun 23, 2018

Beloved wife of 64 years to Joseph. Dear sister of Marie Beatty and Ruth Curran. Loving Zizi of Michele Brown (Joseph), Rose Curly (Fred), John Benedetto, the late Kathy Benedetto, Joseph Brown (Kemma), Michelle Eichner (Matthew), Andrew Brown, and Meghan McKenna (Mike). She is also survived by many other loving family members, especially her hearts Leah Michelle, Ally Rose,...

Frederick J. Nagle

Frederick J. Nagle

Jun 20, 2018

Fred passed away June 20, 2018 at the age of 72. Beloved son of the late Frederick and Ruth Nagle. Loving brother of Ruth Mongan. He is also survived by his loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday 10:00 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. Phila., PA 19125 followed by...

Denise Stricker (Nee Mcardle)

Denise Stricker (Nee Mcardle)

Jun 17, 2018

Loving wife of Robert.  Beloved mother of Anthony (Melissa), Alexa, and Andrew.  Dear "G" of Emilia.  Also survived by a brother, sister, and nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday evening, 7-9 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  A second visitation will occur Friday morning, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of...

Michael J. Gushue

Michael J. Gushue

Jun 16, 2018

A retired Union Carpenter of Philadelphia.  Husband of Marion.  Father of Phil (Ciara) and Rachel.  Son of Anna Mae and the late Joseph.  Brother of Nancy and Carol.  Also survived by nieces and nephews.  Family and friends are invited to pay their respects Tuesday evening, 6-9 P.M. and Wednesday morning, 8-9:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila.,...

Ryan Michael Gentsch

Ryan Michael Gentsch

Jun 15, 2018

Ryan Michael, Suddenly June 15, 2018, at the age of 30.  Loving Dad of Rihanna, he is the beloved son of Gary Sr., and Joan.  Dear brother of Gary Gentsch, Jr., Karen Gentsch, and Marlene Gentsch; also survived by his extended loving family.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday, 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM, Burns Funeral Home,...

Ann M. Mcnichol (Nee Lesniak)

Ann M. Mcnichol (Nee Lesniak)

Jun 15, 2018

Formerly of Altoona, PA.  Ann is the beloved wife of Henry P. McNichol (Harry), loving mother of Kathryn E. Barbieri (Rob) of Minneapolis, MN and Scottsdale, AZ, Annette McGovern (Jack), Kevin, Timothy of Dallas, TX, and Mark.  Also survived by two dear grandchildren Kristen Ann Lavie (Dr. Jayson) of New Orleans,...

Richard "Big Rich" Hammond, Sr.

Richard "Big Rich" Hammond, Sr.

Jun 13, 2018

Husband of Mary (nee Ludwig). Loving father of Edward and Robert Kandel, Rodney Bock, Randy Hammond, Mary Sautner (Jim), Richard Hammond, Jr. (Bridget), and the late Suzanne Hammond. Also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday evening, 7-9 P.M. and Saturday morning, 8:30-9:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428...

George "The Eggman" Jones

George "The Eggman" Jones

Jun 12, 2018

Loving husband of Norma (nee Pingitore).  Beloved father of George, Jr., Darlene Myers (Jeff), Mark (Denise), Marty McCarthy (Kathy), Kevin McCarthy, and Brian McCarthy (Diane).  Also survived by 11 grandchildren and his sister Suzanne Clokey (Frank).  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday morning, 9-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 11...

Michael J. Pembroke, Sr.

Michael J. Pembroke, Sr.

Jun 11, 2018

Michael J. Sr. 73, of Churchville, Bucks County passed away on Monday, June 11, 2018 after a long, courageous battle with cancer.  Michael was an avid sportsman, playing hockey into his mid-60s, a lifelong sports fan, trivia player and a successful real estate agent.  He was a devoted father to sons Michael Jr. (Kim) and Billy.  He will be deeply...

Carmella Teti (Nee Cambria)

Carmella Teti (Nee Cambria)

Jun 11, 2018

Carmella Teti passed away June 11, 2018 at the age of 82. Loving mother of Victoria Teti-Cesare and Paula Teti. Dear grandmom of Albert (Danielle), Isabella, Robert, Josephine, Emily, Sarah, Lawrence, Florence, John Thomas and Evangeline. Great grandmom of Chloe, John, Hayden, Caden, Oliver, and Echo. Services and interment are private.

Norman J. Keller

Norman J. Keller

Jun 10, 2018

"Stormin Norman" passed away on June 10, 2018 at the age of 82. Loving husband of the late Mary (Sirianni). Devoted father of Herb (Tara), Bob (Bonnie), and Francine Graber (Rick). Dear Poppy of Alexa, Matt, Haley, Briana, Kelsey and Savannah. Great-Grandpop to Bryce and special friend of Kevin McDonald. Relatives and friends are invited to his gathering Thursday morning...

Anna Wabs (Nee Cornia)

Anna Wabs (Nee Cornia)

Jun 6, 2018

Anna passed away June 6, 2018 at the age of 75. Former employee of Holy Family College. Beloved wife of the late Brent. Cherished mother of David (Christine), and John (Jill). Mom mom of Matthew, Emma, Grace, and Olivia. Loving sister of Christine LaBrie (Phillip). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Janet Krammer (Nee Alexander)

Janet Krammer (Nee Alexander)

Jun 5, 2018

Janet Krammer passed away June 5, 2018 at the age of 87. Loving wife of 59 years to Otto; devoted mother of the late Russell, Joseph, and Carl; grandmother of 6, great grandmother of 8, and great-great grandmother of 2. Also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Wednesday...

Terence "Terry" Collins, Sr.

Terence "Terry" Collins, Sr.

May 31, 2018

Beloved husband of Anna (nee Lange).  Devoted father of Terence Jr. and his wife Donna, Michael and his wife Annette, Rosemary Carson and her husband Robert.  Loving pop pop of Brianna, Brooks, Patrick, Michael, and Leah; brother of Margaret Arena and the late John Collins.  Friends, relatives, and friends of Bill...

Marjorie E. Eggers (Nee Hayward)

Marjorie E. Eggers (Nee Hayward)

May 31, 2018

Loving wife of the late William Eggers. Beloved mother of Joan Campbell (the late Charlie) and the late Keith Wright (Eileen) and Kim Wright (Bea) . Adored grandmother of Margie, Colleen, Kelly, Katie, Scott, Wyatt, Brett, Karyn, Christopher, and Kristen. Also survived by many great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday morning, 9-10:15 A.M. at BURNS...

William "Bill" Bell

William "Bill" Bell

May 31, 2018

Bill passed away unexpectedly on May 31, 2018.  Father of Billy.  Son of the late Harry and Helen Bell.  Brother of Patricia Bollendorf (the late John), Sharon Roberts (Rich), Jim "Doobs", Mickey, and Dennis (Beth).  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday morning, 8:45-10:15 A.M. at Christ the King Church, 3252...

Raymond J. Blum, Jr.

Raymond J. Blum, Jr.

May 30, 2018

Beloved husband of Linda (nee Schaffner), loving father of Chris and his wife Kathleen and Pat and his wife Nicole.  Devoted Pop of Christopher, Megan, Jake, Madison, and Tyler; also survived by his sister Joan Serembus and many nieces, nephews, and friends.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday...

John A. Oriold

John A. Oriold

May 29, 2018

Beloved husband of the late Betty Ann (nee Kaminskie), loving father of Theresa Oriold and Joanne Lupinacci, dear grandfather of Brandi, Dominique, Evan, and Destiny; brother of Stephen, Nicholas, and the late Albert, Margie, and Christine.  Services and Interment are Private for the Family.

Ryan T. Lentine

Ryan T. Lentine

May 29, 2018

Ryan T. passed away suddenly, May 29, 2018, at the age of 35.  Beloved son of Mark and the late Linda.  Loving brother of Alyse Rodriguez (Marcus) and Michael Gallagher (Missy), dear uncle of Gabriel.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday, June 4, 2018, 5:00 PM to 7:45 PM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., followed by his...

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