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Jeanette H. Konopka

Jeanette H. Konopka

Jun 9, 2017

Jeanette H. Konopka (nee Bagocious) passed away June 9, 2017 at the age of 85. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Thursday 9-9:45 AM at Nativity B.V.M. Church, 2535 E. Allegheny Ave. Phila., PA 19134 followed by her Funeral Mass 10 AM. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Gary Gill

Gary Gill

Jun 9, 2017

GILL, Gary

April 9, 1954 - June 9, 2017

Gary, age 63, courageously passed away on June 9th and is finally at peace with his long time companion Barbara Schofield. He was the loving father of Gary S., Michael (Tracy), Steven (Renee), Kathryn...

Robert W. Wolfenden

Robert W. Wolfenden

Jun 8, 2017

June 8th 2017, after a short illness. Beloved life partner of 34 years to Rosemary Borkowicz. Father of Rob (Shanna); grandfather of Cole, Roman,and Julian; loving brother of Susan Young ("Q" ), Deborah Saeger (Joe), Tom, Jennifer Wolfenden (Kevin); also survived by his former wife Donna Wolfenden; uncle of Heather, Anelia, Kayden and Zoey; also survived by his pet Mikey...

Robert W. Wolfenden

Robert W. Wolfenden

Jun 8, 2017

Robert passed away June 8, 2017 after a short illness. Beloved life partner of 34 years to Rosemary Borkowicz. Loving brother of Susan Young ("Q"), Deborah Saeger (Joe), Tom, Jennifer Wolfenden (Kevin). Father of Rob (Shanna); grandfather of Cole Roman and Julian. Uncle of Heather, Anelia, Kayden and Zoe. He is also survived by his pet Mikey and longtime...

John P. "Jack" Magee

John P. "Jack" Magee

Jun 8, 2017

Son of the late James and Sarah Magee (nee McKeever). Brother of Francis, Edward, and the late Margaret and James. Dear companion of Elizabeth. Father of Sharon. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Wednesday 11:00 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. Phila., PA 19125 followed by his Service at 12:30 PM. Interment Washington Crossing...

John Robert Pearsall

John Robert Pearsall

Jun 8, 2017

John Robert Pearsall passed away on June 8, 2017. He is the beloved son of Kathleen M. Bretzel and John G. Pearsall (Jennifer). He is survived by his loving girlfriend Erika McCalister and his beloved dogs Blaze and Jackson. He is also survived by his grandparents, Margaret "Gran" Frey (Heinz) and Rosemarie "Mom Mom" Pearsall, Aunt Donna Landeta (Sean),...

Aurora Rodriguez (Nee Gonzalez)

Aurora Rodriguez (Nee Gonzalez)

Jun 8, 2017

Aurora Rodriguez (nee Gonzalez) at the age of 86. Beloved and devoted mother of Juan Jose Ayala, Hector Ayala, Angel Ayala, Carmen Quinones, Juana Rodriguez, Blanca Rojas, Iris M. Camacho, Leonor Mercado, Jesus Rodriguez, Laura E. Rodriguez, Jose Rodriguez, Angel Rodriguez, Fernando Rodriguez. Also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and many other loving family members. Aurora enjoyed cooking...

Harry J. Shaw

Harry J. Shaw

Jun 7, 2017

At the age of 78. Beloved husband of the late Christine. Loving father of Harry Jr., Susan Meagher and the late Colleen. Dear Pop Pop of Shane and Dr. Richard. Brother of Agnes Cieslak (Ted). Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Tuesday 9:00-10:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by his...

Catherine Petroff (Nee Chieffo)

Catherine Petroff (Nee Chieffo)

Jun 7, 2017

Loving wife of the late Paul Petroff. Loving mother of Paula Gibbins (Stuart). Dear Me-mom of Kate Jauregui (Stephen), Zachary Gibbins, Elijah Gibbins and Aly Gibbins. She is also survived by her great grandchildren Mac Jauregui, Dean Jauregui; her Goddaughter Patty Nemeth, her nieces Joanne Baker and many other loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Joseph T. Landgraf

Joseph T. Landgraf

Jun 7, 2017

At the age of 88. Loving husband of the late Frances E. "Evelyn" (nee Roff). Devoted father of Robert (Eileen) and the late Joseph G. Dear grandpop of Emily, Bob and Dan. He is survived by James Landgraf and Mary Kawa. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Wednesday 9-10:15 AM at Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024...

Frances C. Whittaker

Frances C. Whittaker

Jun 5, 2017

Frances C. (nee McCourt) wife of the late Charles L., devoted mother of Robert (Lorraine), Charles (Derry), Donna Cuttone (Tony),  and Kenneth.  Loving grandmom of 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday 9 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 1514 Woodbourne Rd., Levittown, PA, followed by her Service 11 AM.  Interment - Resurrection Cemetery. ...

Margaret "Saint Peg" Flojo (Nee Ayling)

Margaret "Saint Peg" Flojo (Nee Ayling)

Jun 3, 2017

Helper of all those in need 2 legged or 4.

May not have had a corner office,

but a full tank of gas would find her delivering

food, supplies or just lending her ear, her shoulder, her...

Maria V. Peters

Maria V. Peters

Jun 2, 2017

Maria V. June 2, 2017.  Loving mother of Julia, beloved daughter of Raymond and the late Patricia Ann (nee Sands), loving sister of Eric Peters (Rachel), Mark Peters (Danielle), Krista Haggerty (Matt), and Laura Peters; also survived by her wonderful nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday 11 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila.,...

Virginia Mcdermott

Virginia Mcdermott

Jun 1, 2017

Virginia, formerly of the Torresdale section of Philadelphia, died peacefully on June 1, 2017 in Newtown, PA at the age of 93.  Predeceased by her sister, Mary Elizabeth (Charles E. Stahlecker, Sr.), and her niece, Beth.  Loving and beloved aunt, Virginia is survived by her nieces, Mary Gambino (Greg), Fran Stahlecker, Kaye Stahlecker, and her nephew, Charles E. Stahlecker,...

James P. Mckay, Jr.

James P. Mckay, Jr.

May 31, 2017

Loving husband of 68 years to Dolores (nee Smutnik).  Beloved father of June Lee (Robert), Karen Zielinski (Joseph) and the late James P., III.  Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday morning, 9-11 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral...

James George Mckeough

James George Mckeough

May 31, 2017

Son of the late John and Margaret McKeough.  Beloved brother of John (Joyce), Charles (MaryLou), Margaret Breighner (Russell), Joan Finney (William), Maureen Finger (David), Nora Ann McKeough, and the late Mary McKeough; also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday 8:30 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford...

Martin Joseph Sein, Sr.

Martin Joseph Sein, Sr.

May 30, 2017

Martin J. Sein, Sr. passed away peacefully on Monday, May 30,2017. Beloved father of Marty Jr (Sharon). Loving grandfather of Bryan, Amber and Elizabeth and great grandfather of six. Dear brother of Lawrence (Florence) and Robert (Theresa). He was preceded in death by his loving wife Susan and daughter, Denise. He was a loving companion to Mary Buonanoce. He is...

Robert P. Locke

Robert P. Locke

May 30, 2017

Robert P. Locke passed away on May 30, 2017 at the age of 62. Beloved husband of Lorraine (nee McGinnis). Loving father of Lynda, Marie, Dawn and Nicole Guinan (Joseph). He is also survived by his grandchildren Roxanne, Tabitha, Damien, Nicolas, Christopher, Jocelyn, Shawn, Samantha, Shawn, Joey, Brayden and many loving family members and friends. No services are being held.

Roseanne P. Riley (Nee Demarshall)

Roseanne P. Riley (Nee Demarshall)

May 28, 2017

After a brief illness passed away May 28, 2017.  Beloved wife of 35 years to Gerald.  Loving mother of Gerry Jr., Mark, and the late Erin and Bridget.  Loving mom-mom to John.  Dear sister of Paul DeMarshall (Patti), Kelly Kelly (Joe), Michael DeMarshall (Maureen), and Mary Tallarico (Carmelo); also survived by Aunt Theresa and many loving family members.  Relatives and...

Barbara Mathews Reed (Nee Everitt)

Barbara Mathews Reed (Nee Everitt)

May 27, 2017

Beloved wife of the late William H. Reed.  Devoted mother of Barbara Bittenbender (Carl S.).  Grandmother of Carl W. Bittenbender (Erin) and Erin Whalen (Patrick).  Great grandmother to Avery, Gavin, Shane and Eric.  Sister to Dolores Miller (Bud) and the late Charles "Bud" Everitt (Catherine), Walter Everitt (Patricia) and Lucille Eisenhaurer.  Sister in law to Nancy Egolf (Jack).  She is...

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