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Manuel A. Pagalilauan

Manuel A. Pagalilauan

Nov 1, 2017

Loving husband of Zenaida (nee Nimes).  Beloved father of Bettina Pagalilauan.  Also survived by brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday morning, 9:30-10:45 A.M. at St. Ephrem Church, 5400 Hulmeville Rd., Bensalem, PA 19020.  Funeral Mass 11 A.M.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to St. Ephrem School...

Joseph A. Courtney

Joseph A. Courtney

Nov 1, 2017

Joseph A. Courtney passed away November 1, 2017 at the age of 63. Son of the late Edward and Margret Courtney (nee McMann). Graduate of West Catholic High School and a life long resident of Southwest Philadelphia. Former employee of Graduate and Jefferson Hospital. Joe was a basketball referee and baseball empire for several leagues.  Graveside Services and interment will...

Helen Marie Kelly

Helen Marie Kelly

Nov 1, 2017

Beloved daughter of the late John and Marion Kelly and was preceded in death by her sister Marion Kelly McDevitt and brothers John Kelly Jr. and Robert Kelly.  She is survived by her sister Carol Kelly McKay.  Also survived  by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.  Funeral services will be held Saturday, St. Jerome's Church, 8100 Colfax St....

Margaret A. Gowen

Margaret A. Gowen

Nov 1, 2017

Margaret A. "Peggy" Gowen (nee Dymond) passed away peacefully November 1, 2017, with her family by her side.  Wife of the late George, she is the loving mother of Cheri Lynch (John) and the late Deborah O'Connell, step mother to Marie Dress (Charles), Greg, George Jr., Michael (Marie), Gerald (Donna), and the late Wayne (Danielle).  Dearest grandmother of Kenneth O'Connell...

William J. Haggerty

William J. Haggerty

Oct 31, 2017

Beloved husband of Verna (nee Rotchford).  Devoted father of William J. (Michele) and Thomas, dear grandpop of Shaun, Paige, Thomas Jr., and Ryan; also survived by his brothers Jack, Joseph, James and his sisters Kathleen and Trudy.  Bill was a member of AOH Division 39.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday 9 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford...

Richard T. Whittaker, Sr.

Richard T. Whittaker, Sr.

Oct 31, 2017

Loving father of Richard Jr. and the late Diana Linke, dear pop of many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday, 9 AM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, followed by his Memorial Service 10 AM. Interment will be held at Hillside Cemetery, Roslyn, PA.

James P. Devlin

James P. Devlin

Oct 30, 2017

Loving son of James E. and Beatrice.  Dear brother of Bridget Cooley (Robert), Danielle, Patrick (Nicole).  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday 8 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., followed by his Funeral Mass 10 AM St. Dominic Church.  Interment is Private.

Mary E. Healy (Nee O'Neill)

Mary E. Healy (Nee O'Neill)

Oct 30, 2017

Wife of the late Joseph.  Loving mother of James (Leslie), Joan Andrade (Raul), Daniel (Lisa), and the late Joseph and Timothy (Linda).  Also survived by 16 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and her brother Frank O'Neill.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday morning, 8-9:15 A.M. at Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Mass 10...

Kathleen M. Ennis (Nee Pinel)

Kathleen M. Ennis (Nee Pinel)

Oct 29, 2017

After a long illness with her family by her side passed away October 29, 2017. Loving wife of William V., Sr. Beloved mother and homemaker of William Jr. (Donna), and Michael (Kristin). Mom Mom of Kylie and Brendan. Loving daughter of George J. Pinel, Sr. and the late Gloria. Dear sister of George, Jr. (Mary), and Diane (Patrick). Loving aunt...

Elizabeth J. Brown (Nee Bakos)

Elizabeth J. Brown (Nee Bakos)

Oct 28, 2017

At the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late George Jr. Loving mother of James, Linda Lincoln (Don), Richard, Robert (Patricia); daughter-in-law Sue and the late George. Dear grandmom of Stephen, Kellyann Birmingham (Jim), and Jason. Great grandmom of Brian and Jack. She is also survived by her large extended loving family. Relatives and friends are invited to her...

William G. Ralston, Jr.

William G. Ralston, Jr.

Oct 27, 2017

At the age of 78. Beloved husband of 50 years to Kathleen M. (nee Dodds); devoted father of Mary Kate; most loving pop pop to Lucy; brother of Frances. Bill retired after 30 years of employment to Coca Cola Company in Philadelphia. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Thursday 9-10:15 AM at St. Anne's Church (upper), 2328...

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...

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