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Linda A. Wathen (Nee Cavella)

Linda A. Wathen (Nee Cavella)

Oct 27, 2017

Loving mother of Joseph, Ian (Caroline) Timothy and the late Wendell. Grandmom to Carly. She is also survived by her husband Wendell and many other family members. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Thursday 9 to 10:15 AM at the Burns Funeral Home 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila. Pa. 19114, followed by her funeral service at 10:30 AM. Interment...

Carole H. Wurst (Nee Dissinger)

Carole H. Wurst (Nee Dissinger)

Oct 26, 2017

At the age of 74. Loving wife of the late George W. Wurst, III. Devoted mother of Christopher (Mary), Craig (McKenna) and Jennifer Teague (Chad). Dear Nana and grandmommie of Matthew, Steven, Brianna, Samantha and Amber. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Saturday 10-11:00 AM at St. David Lutheran Church, 9169 Academy Rd. Phila., PA 19114...

Joann B. Shane

Joann B. Shane

Oct 26, 2017

(nee Bejster) of Marlton N.J. passed away with her family by her side. She was a retired employee for the N.J. Department of Motor Vehicles. Beloved wife of John G. "Jerry". Loving mother of Lisa Oerth (Brandon), Kelly Mazzagatti (Braeland) and Tyler. Mom Mom to Jack Mazzagatti. Beloved Daughter of Marion Bejster and the late Stanley. Sister of Jane Lombardi...

Armando "Mondu" P. Galie

Armando "Mondu" P. Galie

Oct 26, 2017

At the age of 95. Loving husband of 71 years to Elena (nee DeRocco). Devoted father of Thomas (Catherine), Donna Maria Campbell (Alexander), Armand, Elena Maria Becker (Michael), and Domenic (Nicole) and the late Denis, Maria Elena and Joseph. Dear grandpop of 19 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Brother of Raymond (Mary). Also survived by his large extended loving...

Lorraine C. Boruch (Nee Waters)

Lorraine C. Boruch (Nee Waters)

Oct 26, 2017

Beloved wife of John. Loving mother of Mary, Joan, and John. Lifetime resident of Philadelphia and graduate of Hallahan H.S. Services and interment are private. In lieu of flowers, donations to Holy Redeemer Hospice, 12265 Townsend Rd. Phila., PA 19154 would be appreciated.

Marie Zaborowski (Nee Olson)

Marie Zaborowski (Nee Olson)

Oct 24, 2017

At the age of 76. Loving wife of the late John S.; devoted mother of Gary (Barbara) and Greg (Bernadette). Dear grandmom of Kristin (Sean), John, Steve and Brandon. Great grandmom of Dylan, Landon, Scarlett and Camryn. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila.,...

Joseph Mooney

Joseph Mooney

Oct 24, 2017

Loving husband of Patricia (nee Toth).  Beloved father of Olivia Mooney and Annemarie Smith (Christopher).  Brother of Kathleen, Olive, Alice, Derrick, Don, Trevor, Linda, Darragh, and the late John and Jerry.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday evening, 7-9 P.M. and Saturday morning, 9-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708...

Elizabeth A. Cline (Nee Dwyer)

Elizabeth A. Cline (Nee Dwyer)

Oct 23, 2017

Beloved wife of the late Clarence E. Cline. Loving mother of Lisa, Hank, Michael Smolarski and April Haruch (Chris). Grandmom of Jessica, Jordan, Christopher, Destinee, Gavin, Cali Rose, Daniella, Mikey, Chase, Zacharias, Mackenzee, Viktoria, Hanky, Gianna, Matilda, and the late Erica and Marky. Services and interment to beheld at a later date.

Joseph G. May

Joseph G. May

Oct 22, 2017

Loving brother of Florence Berenato.  Also survived by nieces Susan and Noel, 2 great nieces Ashleigh and Carmen, great nephew Tate and many cousins.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday morning, 8:30-9:15 A.M. at Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024 Knights Rd., Phila., PA 19154.  Funeral Mass 9:30 A.M.  In lieu of flowers, family prefers mass cards, or...

James E. Kalesse, Sr.

James E. Kalesse, Sr.

Oct 22, 2017

Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Phillips).  Devoted father of James Jr. (Sally), Kimberly Farrell, Brian (Monica), and Edward S. Phillips.  Loving Pop pop of James III, Stephanie, Kristin, Melanie, Patricia, Brittany, Patrick, Eddie, and Nicole, Pee-pop to Connor and Brayden; dear brother of Edward, and the late Joseph, John, and Anna.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Thursday...

Elizabeth V. "Betty" Winn (Nee Monaghan)

Elizabeth V. "Betty" Winn (Nee Monaghan)

Oct 22, 2017

Loving wife of the late James C.  Beloved mother of James A., Elizabeth P. "Bea", Mary M., Regina M. Brush, and Valerie.  Grandmom of Audrey and Samuel Brush.  Sister of Anna Fisher and the late Mary Jo Mooney.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday evening, 7-9 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL...

William J. Marcelis

William J. Marcelis

Oct 20, 2017

He was a decorated U.S. Marine who served two tours in Vietnam.  He enjoyed working at the Department of Veterans Affairs, as a Senior Veterans Service Representative specializing in helping Vietnam Veterans.  He is survived by his wife Eileen (nee Higgins); children Andrew (Elizabeth), Monica Fochtman (Sean), Kathleen Russella (Darren) and Amy Carroll (Ryan); 9 loving grandchildren; and sister Maryanne...

Edward Kirchner

Edward Kirchner

Oct 20, 2017

Beloved husband of the late Minnie.  Devoted father of Karen Laughlin (Ken); loving poppy of Keira, Kathryn and James III; also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Services and Interment are Private.

Raymond T. Fontaine, Sr.

Raymond T. Fontaine, Sr.

Oct 20, 2017

A retired Marine Corp Staff Sergeant of 25 years and combat South Pacific Veteran for Fleet Marine Force Pacific World War II.  Beloved husband of Bertha (nee Berry), loving father of Raymond Jr., (Joanne) and Jean McLaughlin (the late Robert); granddad to Robert, Edward, Patricia, Laura, Michael, Kristina and Michelle, great grandfather of 14.  Relatives and friends and members of...

Patricia A. Ballassona (Nee Hill)

Patricia A. Ballassona (Nee Hill)

Oct 19, 2017

Loving wife of the late William. Beloved mother of Amie Ballassona-Rogers (Jamison Rogers), Amanda Venuti, and Tricia Ballassona-Grey (Michael). Mom-Mom of Alyssa, Juston, Christopher, Kameryn, and Jamison. Sister of Florence Baselice and the late Betty Ann Hill. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday morning, 9-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral...

Lynne A. Bowers

Lynne A. Bowers

Oct 18, 2017

At the age of 76. Loving mother of Eric Zemits (Leanne Hopkins) and the late Gary. Dear grandmom of Chase and Reese. Dear sister of Ann Rave (Terry) and Karen. Lynne worked as a registered nurse for over 40 years; it was her passion. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Friday October 27, 2017 9-9:45 AM at St....

Joan M. Golderer (Nee Conley)

Joan M. Golderer (Nee Conley)

Oct 17, 2017

Beloved wife of James.  Devoted mother of Brian (Natalie), Timothy (Jamie), and Christian (Allison), loving grandmom of 11.  Dear sister of Betty Bearden, Mary Rentz, and the late Lawrence Conley and Anna Miller.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday, October 26, 2017, 9 AM St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave., Phila, PA 19136, followed by her Memorial Mass...

Theresa Mary Rooney (Nee Tuttle)

Theresa Mary Rooney (Nee Tuttle)

Oct 16, 2017

Theresa Mary Rooney was called home by our Lord on October 16, 2017 at the age of 85. Loving wife of the late James J. Rooney and beloved mother of James J. Jr., Theresa M. Cuttone, Timothy P.(Toni Jean), Colleen P. Needham (Michael), Maureen P.Rooney, Kathleen Constantini (David), and Patricia James Rooney. She is survived by 14 grandchildren and 10...

Elizabeth "Betty" A. Gudgeon

Elizabeth "Betty" A. Gudgeon

Oct 16, 2017

Elizabeth A. Gudgeon Of Phila., passed away Oct. 16, 2017, at the Memory Care at The Park. She was 92. Daughter of Francis and Elizabeth Lynn; beloved wife of the late Joseph. Survived by her loving niece, Barbara Rhydderch (Bill); nephew, George Collins Jr. (Susan) and James Collins (Chris); and her great-nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Brian M. Ivansin

Brian M. Ivansin

Oct 16, 2017

Brian M. Ivansin passed away on October 16, 2017 after a short illness. A resident on Northeast Philadelphia and a member of Christ the King Parish. He is the beloved son of Julia (nee Kaminski) and Stanley Ivansin. Loving brother of Dolores Rostron (Gary), Gregory Ivansin (Susan) and the late Karl Ivansin and Mary Ann. Uncle of Alexander, III, Scott,...

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