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Patricia A. (Nee Macgregor) Riccardi
May 29, 2018
Patricia A. Riccardi (nee MacGregor) passed away peacefully May 29, 2018, at St. Mary Hospital. She was 60 years old. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Patricia was a longtime resident of Feasterville, PA, and was an active member of Assumption BVM Church. Loving wife of Mark, she is the devoted mother of...
Gwynne C. Corson (Nee Ricci)
May 29, 2018
Gwynne Catherine (Ricci) Corson, 36, passed away in the early morning of May 29th, 2018 after a courageous 3 year struggle with cancer. She was born on May 10th, 1982 in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. As a child, she was lovingly nicknamed "Little Miss Bossy," for her spunk, her ability to mother her baby sisters (and whatever other neighborhood kids were willing...
Francis "Tom" Behr
May 27, 2018
Loving husband of Winnie (nee Craig). Devoted father of Kathleen Dopkin (Edward) and Tom (Linda). Dear poppie of Audra Lyons (Lt. Col. Francis), Michael Luyet (Alan), Jerome Dopkin and Samantha; also survived by his three brothers, one sister, and his extended loving family. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Sunday, June 10, 2018, 7:00 to 9:00 PM Burns...
Mark G. Hampson
May 27, 2018
Peacefully passed at his home on May 27, 2018. Loving son of Greg and Miriam "Micki" (nee Rymarczuk), dear brother of Eric (Cindy), grandson of Garrett Hampson (Marie) and Helen Hulme (Wayne). Mark is also survived by many friends and his best friend Joe Lepchuk. A graduate of Archbishop Ryan High School, Mark received a scholarship to Drexel University where...
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.
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)
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)
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.
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)
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)
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
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.
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
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)
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
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
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
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)
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
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.
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