Clifford J. Bratty
Sep 9, 2017
Clifford J. September 9, 2017, at the age of 93. Beloved husband of the late Lorraine, loving father of the late Donna Golovacha. Dear grandfather of Jake (Renee), Michael (Shara), Sarah and James; also survived by several great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday Evening 7 to 9 PM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia. ...
Eleanor S. Wiegand (Nee Kiena)
Sep 9, 2017
Eleanor S., age 90, passed away on September 9, 2017, in Madison, Wisconsin in the loving presence of her family. She was born in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of Carl and Susan Kiena and sister to Patricia. She married William Wiegand, a life long resident of Philadelphia, October 5, 1946. Together they shared 51 years of marriage. In addition...
Danielle Diane Hofmann
Sep 8, 2017
Danielle Diane passed away suddenly September 8, 2017, at the age of 28. Loving daughter of Leo Hofmann, III (Linda Reilly), and Kim Pietrowski (Jim); devoted sister of Leo IV (Erin), Edward, Christy Chladek (Paul) and Stephanie (Chris); dear granddaughter of Leo Jr. and Louise and the late Edward and Louise Kelly. Beloved aunt of Billy, Leo V, and Mickey;...
Anthony C. Polselli
Sep 8, 2017
Loving husband of Christine (nee Zaleski). Devoted father of Marissa Polselli (David DiRenzo) and Anthony (Gail). He will be sadly missed by Fr. Joseph Zaleski and many other family members and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday morning, 9-10:15 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M. ...
Michael J. Dowling
Sep 8, 2017
Suddenly, September 8, 2017. Son of the late Joseph and Joann Dowling. Loving brother of Joann Kling (Ron), Joseph Dowling (Deborah), Kelly Hillman (Michael), and the late Marie Davis and Kevin Dowling. Dear step Dad of Christine, Kevin, and Jessica Dowling; also survived by 6 grandchildren, his best friend Christine Michael, and many nieces and nephews; father of Michael. ...
Michael "Mick-Mick" Maguire
Sep 6, 2017
Loving brother of Marlene Davis. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Affectionately known as "Mayor of Fishtown", who will be sadly missed by many friends and neighbors. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday evening, 7-9 P.M. and Thursday morning, 9-9:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave., Phila., PA 19125. Funeral Service 10 A.M. Interment...
Mary "Lucille" Belcher
Sep 5, 2017
Loving wife of the late Neal J. Loving mother of Mark (Ann), Steven (Chris), Mike (Cal), Clare Cortez (Richard), MaryAnn McMahon (Shawn), and Regina Madden. Also survived by 16 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday evening, 7-9 P.M. and Wednesday morning, 8:30-9:30 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA...
Joseph W. Hess, Jr.
Sep 5, 2017
Joseph W. Jr. passed away September 5, 2017. Dear son of the late Joseph and Viola Hess; survived by his children David and Alicia and many cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday, October 7, 2017, 9 AM at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 701 Gaul Street, Philadelphia, PA followed by his Memorial Mass 10 AM. Interment will...
Elizabeth "Be" Strockbine (Nee Wilson)
Sep 5, 2017
"Be" was born on July 14, 1924 and passed away on September 5, 2017. She grew up in Kensington and moved to Northeast Philly in 1946. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brother, and sister-in-law. At her request, there will be no memorial service. She instead left a short passage by Robert N. Tes with her papers...
Anna Honer (Nee Deckert)
Sep 4, 2017
At the age of 82. Loving wife of the late William Sr. Devoted mother of William Jr. (Judy), Christian (Mary), and Karen Rizzo (Benjamin). Dear grandmom of Tina, Michael (Lori), Sharon, Jennifer, Amanda (Joe), Katelyn and Benny. Great grandmom of Jason, Ryan and Joey. She is also survived by her extended loving family. Relatives and friends are invited to her...
Joseph Francis Joyce
Sep 4, 2017
Joseph passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 4, 2017. A US Army Veteran, Father Judge athlete and graduate of 1962 and retired employee of Plumbers Local Union 690 in 2008. Loving father of Rosemary Levine (Richard). Dear grandpop of Daniel Francis Levine and Ryan Jordan Levine. Dear brother of Rita, James, Michael, Mary Ellen and...
Eugenia H. Olevnik (Nee Szumanski)
Sep 3, 2017
Beloved wife of the late Marty. Loving mother of Diane and Stephen. Dear grandmom of John, Michael and Amy. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Wednesday 7-9 PM and Thursday 8:30-9:15 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by her Funeral Mass 10 AM at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford...
Joseph P. Walsh
Sep 3, 2017
Joseph P. Walsh passed away on September 3, 2017 at the age of 72. A US Navy Veteran. Loving father of Timothy and Kristen Clarke. Dear Pop Pop of 3 grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Jack and James and his four legged friend Barney. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Saturday September 16, 2017 11:00...
Charles P. Bruno
Sep 3, 2017
At the age of 85. A retired Philadelphia Police Srgt., Korean War Veteran and graduate of Villanova University. Beloved husband of 57 years to Betty (nee Geist); loving father of Victoria Redmond (William), Karyn Raman (Chip), Donna Powers (Matt); Pop to William, Ryan, Connor, Lauren, Liam and great grandfather of Billy. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on...
Fred P. "Butch" Shay
Sep 3, 2017
Past away peacefully at his home with his family by his side. A lifelong resident of Fishtown. Beloved husband of 40 years to Minnie (nee Sindone) Loving father of Kelly Mentzer (Mike), Gretna Shay, Janet Szumowski (David), Mary Shay, Lena Shuster (Rodney) and the late Sara. Pop Pop to Corbin, Dylan, Sara,and Shaylee. Dear brother of Patty, Joyce, and Flossi....
Margaret Eva Onslager (Nee Phillips)
Sep 2, 2017
Margaret passed away September 2, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Paul Rudolph. Loving mother of Deborah Kaczynski (George), Steven J. Onslager (Beth), William Anthony Onslager (Theresa), and the late Gary W., John Karl and Paul Richard Onslager. Margaret is also survived by her daughter-in-law Debera; grandchildren Kim, Bill, Melissa, Shannon, Paul, Brittany, and 8 great grandchildren. Services and interment...
Claire Mayer
Sep 2, 2017
At the age of 79. Loving wife of James A Mayer. Devoted mother of Anthony (Lisa), James, Mark (Cindy), Keith and the late Michelle Steinbach. Dear Mom-Mom of Alyssa, Amelia, Aidan, Emma and Ethan. Sister of Armand Catallo. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday Eve 7-9 PM and Saturday 8:15 - 9:15 AM at BURNS FUNERAL...
Ronald Rink, Sr.
Aug 31, 2017
At the age of 77. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis (nee Powell); loving father of Deborah Mattiacci, Ronald Jr., David, Brian, and the late Denise Yeager. Grandpop of 7 and 7 great-grandchildren. Also survived his brothers and sisters, and his large, extended loving family. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Tuesday Eve 7-9 PM at BURNS...
Rudolph "Rudy" J. Palantino
Aug 31, 2017
Rudolph "Rudy" August 31,2017, at the age of 90. Beloved husband of 68 years to Carmella (nee Paneghello). Devoted father of Joseph (Maureen), Rosemarie Garvey (Charles), Salvatore (Cheryl), Dominic (Susan), and the late Amelia Palantino. Loving Pop Pop of Joseph, Bridget, Daniel, Christopher, Gina, George, Nicholas, Sal, Maria, Dante, Dominic, Nicole, Damien, Jacquelyn, Matthew, Christopher, Carmella, Anthony, Angela, two...
Helen M. Miglorie
Aug 30, 2017
Helen passed away suddenly on August 30, 2017 at the age of 56. She is pre-deceased by her parents Vincent E. and Mildred Miglorie. Survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Wednesday September 6, 2017 at St. Anne's Church (lower), 2328 E. Lehigh Ave. Phila., PA 19125 followed by her Funeral Mass 10...