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Benjamin "Benny" Serianni

Benjamin "Benny" Serianni

Jan 5, 2018

Beloved husband of Ethel (nee Meehan). Loving father of Benjamin, Eileen Longo (Frank), and Robert. Dear grandfather of Frank and Carly. Benny was a tractor trailer driver for James D. Morrissey Co. and retired after 35 years; he was also a volunteer fireman at the Wyndmoor Hose Company No. 1. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on...

Vennie Miller (Nee Bono)

Vennie Miller (Nee Bono)

Jan 4, 2018

Vennie Miller, a Philadelphia resident, passed away January 4, 2018 at the age of 94. Born and educated in Bristol Borough. She was one of the late remaining members of the Bono Clan that previously owned and operated The Bono Grocery Store, on Dorrance and Wood Sts. in Bristol. She was a former employee of Philco Co. and enjoyed bowling...

Julie Ann Zenszer

Julie Ann Zenszer

Jan 4, 2018

Julie's bright smile was taken from this Earth too soon and suddenly on January 4, 2018 at the age of 55. Loving mother of Shay (Tim). Beloved daughter of Peter (Phyllis), and the late Ethel and Roseann. Dear sister of Peter, Linda Guckin (John), Marianne Russo (Eric), John Jr., and Blanche (Annette). Also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews,...

Francis "Frank" Mcelroy

Francis "Frank" Mcelroy

Jan 3, 2018

Beloved husband of the late Dolores. Loving son of the late William and Hilda McElroy. Dear brother of Kathryn Dahill (Joseph), James McElroy, Elizabeth Campbell, Dorothy Samarco (Frank), William McElroy (Lori), Joseph McElroy (Nancy), and the late Carol McFull (John). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Frank will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends....

Joseph D. Tomlinson

Joseph D. Tomlinson

Jan 3, 2018

Joseph D. January 3, 2018, at the age of 66.  A Navy Veteran and a retired Philadelphia Firefighter, he is the beloved husband of 38 years to Donna (nee Klimas).  Loving father of Peggy Tomlinson-Jaskel (Billy) and Becky Tomlinson-White (Daron) proud Pop Pop to Sophia, Alexandra, and Harper; dear brother of Linda Reale; godfather of Tony McNichol; brother-in-law to Charles...

Audree Joyce Tarpy (Nee Fischer)

Audree Joyce Tarpy (Nee Fischer)

Jan 3, 2018

At the age of 76. Loving wife of the late Wayne W. Tarpy. Devoted mother of Tom (Linda), Debbie McHugh (Terrance), and Chance Tarpy. Dear grandmom of John Garvey, Terrance Jr., Cody, Mackenzie, Alexa. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Wednesday January 10, 2018 9-10:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed...

Eleanor M. Gereaghty (Nee Mcdougall)

Eleanor M. Gereaghty (Nee Mcdougall)

Jan 2, 2018

Eleanor passed away January 2, 2018 at the age of 95.  Beloved wife of Michael Sr., she is the devoted mother of Janice Tarasewicz (Bill), Michael Jr. (Marguerite), and Kathleen McDade (Bob), dear grandmom of Colleen, Jack, Michael III, Joseph, Patrick, Jason, Ian, and Delia; also survived by 14 great grandchildren and her extended loving family.  Relatives and friends are...

Mildred Joan Rutter

Mildred Joan Rutter

Jan 2, 2018

Beloved wife of the late George. Loving mother of George, and the late Bobby and Laureen Foisy. Loving Nana of Jennifer Bailey (James), Ashlee Smyth (Mike), Reenie Foisy, George Rutter, and Joe Rutter. Dearest Nanny of Jimmy Bailey, Jaxson Bailey, and Laureen Daniels. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Joan lived everyday of her life for...

Robert F. Kolaski

Robert F. Kolaski

Jan 2, 2018

Loving father of Karlene Messenger (Michael) and Kevin Kolaski.  Papa to Kirsey, Morgan, Kaylyn, Kyra, and Kylie Kolaski.  Great grandfather to Adalynn Hyduk.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday Evening 7 to 9 PM and also Tuesday 9 to 9:45 AM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila, PA followed by his Service 10 AM, Burns Funeral...

Geraldine "Gerry" Scholl (Nee Harvey)

Geraldine "Gerry" Scholl (Nee Harvey)

Jan 2, 2018

Loving wife of Anthony.  Devoted mother of Lauren, Lindsay, and Anthony.  Dear Mom-Mom of Hazel, Madison, Olivia, Alexander, Dylan, Layla, and Annabella.  Sister of Larry (Debbie), Ronnie (Helene), David (Suzanne) and Joseph.  Daughter of Richard Andrews (Debbie Andrews) and the late Dorothy Harvey.  Also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews, and extended loving family.  Relatives and friends are invited...

Ann Marie Hill

Ann Marie Hill

Dec 31, 2017

Beloved wife of the late Paul. Devoted mother of Michael, Chris, and Matt (Denna). Grandmother of Ryan. Loving sister of Tommy (Trish) and Ginny. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was a tremendous friend to many. A graduate of Little Flower High School, Class of 1972. She was also a member of the St. Katherine of Siena Church...

Santina Eccles (Nee Gaglio)

Santina Eccles (Nee Gaglio)

Dec 30, 2017

Beloved wife of the late Robert.  Devoted mother of Sharon Fischer, Linda Fedor, and Robert Eccles.  Loving grandmother of Sean Fischer, Paul Fedor, Tara Eccles, Britteny Eccles, Lauren Eccles, and 8 great grandchildren.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday, 4-8 P.M. and also Wednesday morning, 9-9:30 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. ...

Isabel Gilbert (Nee Sevillano)

Isabel Gilbert (Nee Sevillano)

Dec 30, 2017

Beloved wife of the late Albert.  Loving mother of Elaine Schaeffer (Thomas) and Donna Bennett (David), dear grandmom of Isabella and Gavin; also survived by her brother Richard Sevillano.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Wednesday, January 3, 2018, 9 AM Christ the King Church, 3252 Chesterfield Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19114, followed by her Funeral Mass 10:30 AM. ...

Brenda I. Weeden (Nee Mccoy)

Brenda I. Weeden (Nee Mccoy)

Dec 29, 2017

Loving mother of Brandy (Pete), Felicia (Tony), Amber, and the late Crystal. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and her brother Michael. All services private at the family's request.

Elizabeth A. "Betty" Graham (Nee Murray)

Elizabeth A. "Betty" Graham (Nee Murray)

Dec 28, 2017

Beloved wife of the late James A.  Devoted mother of Betty Graham, Cathy Wells (Dave).  Loving gram of Shane (Marian), Lauren, Arielle (Christopher), Tanner.  Dear sister of Edna, Alberta, and Daniel;  also survived by her extended family Jeannie, Maggie, Julie, Kim, and many nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited...

Dominick Quinto, Jr.

Dominick Quinto, Jr.

Dec 27, 2017

Dominick, Jr. December 27,2017 at the age of 85.  Devoted father of Donna Campbell (Thomas) and the late Dominick III.  Loving grandpop of Patricia and Stacy Tippin (Brian).  Husband of the late Dolores Quinto.  Dominick was a member of the VFW Post #6495 and American Legion Post # 810.  Relatives and...

Edward H. Howe

Edward H. Howe

Dec 27, 2017

Devoted father of Lisa, Eddie, and Tracey, loving poppy of Louie, Blake, Vinnie, and Lexie.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday, January 6, 2018, 9:30 AM, St. Ephrem Church, 5400 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem, PA 19020, followed by his Memorial Mass 10 AM.  Interment is Private.

Arlene O'Connell (Nee Miller)

Arlene O'Connell (Nee Miller)

Dec 24, 2017

Arlene passed away at her residence on December 24, 2017 at the age of 83 with her loving family by her side. She was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA and moved to Levittown, PA in 1959. Arlene is the beloved wife of the late James F. Daughter of the late Charles and Naomi (nee Fitzgerald) Miller. Loving mother...

John Emil Purificato

John Emil Purificato

Dec 24, 2017

Beloved husband of 59 years to Catherine (nee Helverson). Loving father of Tony (Denise), John, Bill (Lynn), and Chris Jefferys (Ron). Grandfather of Capri, John, Ronnie (Jamie), Jason, Brittany, Sean, and Shannon. Great grandfather of Mia and Riley. Services and interment are private.

Irene Barsky

Irene Barsky

Dec 23, 2017

Wife of the late Anthony A. Loving mother of Jim and the late Tony; grandmother of Christopher (Joann), Jessica and Paul. She is also survived by one great granddaughter Catherine. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Wednesday 6-7:45 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by her Service at 8:00 PM. Interment...

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