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Howard Albert Rex

Howard Albert Rex

Dec 14, 2017

Howard Albert Rex, age 81, passed away December 14, 2017. He was a resident of Bensalem, PA. He was employed at the Earle M. Jorgensen Company, and he was previously employed at Horace T. Potts Steel for many years. Loving husband of the late Margaret "Connie" (nee Powell). He is missed and loved by his children Kelly Tierney (Larry Davis),...

Wilfrid J. Rafter

Wilfrid J. Rafter

Dec 12, 2017

Devoted father of Kate Waddell (Michael) and Daniel (Christopher), loving pop pop of JR and Samantha, dear brother of Mary Szewczak (the late Richard), Claire Faustman (John), Nora Rafter and the late Rosemarie Rafter; survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday, 9:30 AM St....

James F. King, Jr.

James F. King, Jr.

Dec 12, 2017

James passed away at the age of 65. He was a retired pile driver for Union Local 454/179 and a member of the Sons of the America Legion. Beloved father of James III (Linsey) and Jamie Dolt (Christopher). Grandfather of, Carli, Dylan, Gavin, Christopher and Victoria. Loving son of Joan (nee Tarr) and the late James F. King Sr....

Michael R. Sammons

Michael R. Sammons

Dec 10, 2017

An Army veteran and retired truck driver for Local 107. Son of the late Michael and Anna (nee Smith). Dear brother of Joseph (Jane) and the late William. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Thursday 9:30-10:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. Phila., PA 19125 followed by...

Ronald H. Ditsche

Ronald H. Ditsche

Dec 9, 2017

Husband of Nancy (nee Wilson).  Father of Kieth (Kelly) and Kristine.  Grandfather of Drew (Stephanie), Kyle, Kolbey, and Gabrielle.  All services private at the family's request.

John A. Tew

John A. Tew

Dec 8, 2017

John A. Tew passed away December 8, 2017. Survived by his loving wife Ella (Becky)nee Marion, and his caretaker, grandson Michael Janits.   Beloved father of Deborah Sauer (Ned), John (Denise), Scott (Betty), Tammy Lafferty (Mark). Step-Father to Steve Uchniat (Julia), Diane Baker (Robert), Janice Anderson (William), Joyce Janits (the late Michael), the late Joseph (Carmen), and the late William. Also...

Wayne W. Tarpy

Wayne W. Tarpy

Dec 8, 2017

At the age of 79. Loving husband of Joyce (nee Fischer). Devoted father of Tom (Linda), Debbie McHugh (Terrance), and Chance Tarpey. Dear grandpop of John Garvey, Terrance Jr., Cody, Mackenzie, Alexa and two great grandchildren. Brother of Gene and Lyn. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Friday 9-10:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave....

Anne Mcmonagle (Nee Mcfadden)

Anne Mcmonagle (Nee Mcfadden)

Dec 8, 2017

Beloved wife of the late Bernard. Loving mother of Anne Delaney (Thomas), Bernard, Thomas (Theresa), Regina, Robert, Gerald and the late Theresa. Grandmom of 6 and great grandmom of 9. Also survived by her sister-in-law Mary McFadden. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Wednesday 9 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114...

Walter H. Serembus

Walter H. Serembus

Dec 7, 2017

Beloved husband of the late Loretta (nee Daniels). Loving father of Michael, Beth Marcin, Mark, and Linda McGuire. Dear Pop Pop of Steven, Robert, Matthew, Michael, and Catherine. Great grandfather of Stephen and Shane. Dear brother of Joseph (Betty), and the late Elizabeth Amodei (Tony), Edward (Diana), and Charles. Also survived by his sister-in-law Joan, his uncle Nicholas Rausch, goddaughter...

Theresa "Toot" Gausz (Dahill)

Theresa "Toot" Gausz (Dahill)

Dec 7, 2017

Theresa passed away on December 7, 2017 at the age of 63. Loving mother of Kelly Greene (Ron), and Karl. Dear Nana of Giuliana and Ryan. She is also survived by 3 sisters and one brother. Daughter of Joseph (Cass) Dahill and Joan Hassipien. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Monday Eve 7-9 PM at BURNS FUNERAL...

Lawrence J. "Larry" Boguszewski

Lawrence J. "Larry" Boguszewski

Dec 6, 2017

A Vietnam Veteran and member of American Legion post #366 Fox Chase and resident of NE Philadelphia. Beloved son of the late John and Anna (nee Malanowska). Survived by Evan Leigh and his loving sister Frances Baker (Paul) and the late Michele A. Emery, Cousins Roger Marzocco,Jeanne Schmidt, Vickie Blake, his Aunt Irene Bogusewski and his girlfriend Teresa Simon. Relatives...

John "Jack" Irving

John "Jack" Irving

Dec 6, 2017

Jack passed away on the morning of Wednesday, December 6, 2017. He was 77. Jack was the son of the late Sarah and Robert Irving and is survived by his loving wife and love of his life, Patricia (nee McShane), of 56 years, who he met when he was just 13 years old. Jack was the proud father of his...

Regina R. Drabouski (Nee Lindline)

Regina R. Drabouski (Nee Lindline)

Dec 4, 2017

At the age of 91, Regina is the beloved wife of the late Michael, devoted mother of Regina Rowlely (Donald), and Michael, loving grandmom of Donald, Kerri, Kristin, and Jocelyn, great grandmom of Rylie.  Daughter of the late Bernard and Mary Lindline, dear sister of Bernard, and the late Mary, John,...

Robert J. Glick, Sr.

Robert J. Glick, Sr.

Dec 3, 2017

Beloved husband of Marion M. (nee Kennedy), loving father of Robert J. Jr., Carol, John, Debbie, and Georgie; also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his brother Edward Glick (Anne).  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday, December 12, 2017, 10:30 AM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia,...

Louis D. Pettinelli, Sr.

Louis D. Pettinelli, Sr.

Dec 3, 2017

A lifelong Eagles fan who loved his family. Loving husband of 60 years to Stella (nee Gentile). Beloved father of Louis, Jr. (Eileen), Donna Marie Doyle (John), and Domenick. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday evening, 6-9 P.M. and Saturday morning, 8:30-9:15 A.M. at...

Carol Ann Katzmar (Nee Bianca)

Carol Ann Katzmar (Nee Bianca)

Dec 2, 2017

Beloved wife of the late Edward III.  Devoted mother of Chester (Andrea), Michelle, Jeffrey, and Sheila.  Loving grandmom of Kristin, Amber, Michelle, Frankie, Aislynn, and the late Ryan, great grandmom of Rachel and Sophia; dear sister of Harry, Joey, Bobby, Andy, and the late Kenny, also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing...

Margaretta A. Rowlands (Nee Ballard)

Margaretta A. Rowlands (Nee Ballard)

Dec 1, 2017

Wife of the late Hugh, Margaretta is the loving mother of Tina Rowlands, Robert Rowlands, and HopeAnne Greenjack, dear mom mom of Brittany, Mark, Shane, Jessica, and Ryan, great grandmom of Dakota Marie; also survived by her sister Terry Taylor (Tony) and her brother Charles Ballard. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Wednesday Evening 7 to 9 PM...

Philip M. Sheridan

Philip M. Sheridan

Nov 29, 2017

After a long, steep and difficult rise towards mediocrity, I am now at rest.  Come celebrate the life of a guy who always tried his best.  Survived by my amazing wife Theresa (Frydlewicz); son Philip P. (Jennifer); daughter Maria L. Gaughan (John); grandchildren Caitlin (Mike), Emily (Dan), Janelle, John, Derek, Aaron and Elijah; also survived by Terry's wonderful family.  Viewing...

Margaret D. "Peggy" Mcguckin

Margaret D. "Peggy" Mcguckin

Nov 29, 2017

Margaret D. "Peggy" (nee Py) died peacefully at home November 29, 2017.  Predeceased by her loving husband of 52 years John A., loving mother of John P. (Karen), Kevin (Kathy), Peggy Ann Smith (Gene), predeceased Patricia Mourer (Joe), Christopher (Terry), Mary Allen (Dave), Brian (Barbara), Theresa DeLellis, and Paulette Vogler (John),...

John W. Charlton

John W. Charlton

Nov 29, 2017

John W. Charlton, of Sicklerville, NJ, and Fishtown passed away November 29, 2017.  Son of the late John and Edna Mae.  Brother of Joseph, June, and Carole.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday morning, 8-8:45 A.M. at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 701 E. Gaul St., Phila., PA 19125.  Funeral Mass...

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