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John B. Mcbride, Jr.

John B. Mcbride, Jr.

Feb 28, 2017

John B. McBride, Jr. February 28, 2017. Husband of the late Jean (nee Gilbert). Loving father of John A., David (Deborah), Shirley Frank (Leonard), Harry (Tonya), Robert (Pamela), Susan Devlin (Michael), Steven (Danielle) and the late Paulette Kropp and Judy Komeleski. He is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, his sister Bessie Fisher and his son-in-law Russ Kropp....

Blanche A. O'Neill (Nee Myers)

Blanche A. O'Neill (Nee Myers)

Feb 28, 2017

Beloved wife of 62 years to Charles. Devoted mother of Diane Hodsdon (Craig), Kathleen Wynne (the late Thomas), Eileen Varano (Anthony) and Laureen Dybalski (Andrew); loving Mom Mom of 10 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Sunday Eve. 7 to 9 PM and also Monday 8:30 to 9:15 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708...

Thomas J. Rios, Sr.

Thomas J. Rios, Sr.

Feb 27, 2017

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday, from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19114.

Phyllis M. Mccullough

Phyllis M. Mccullough

Feb 27, 2017

Phyllis M. McCullough (nee Hogan) Suddenly February 27, 2017. Wife of the late Dennis. Beloved mother of Kathleen Walker (William), Christine McCullough, Dennis (Stephanie) and Peter. Loving Mom-Mom to Sierra. She is also survived by 4 sisters, 1 brother and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday 9 to 10:30 AM at the...

Gary C. Keller

Gary C. Keller

Feb 24, 2017

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday morning, 9-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 11 A.M.

William Pius Fiedler

William Pius Fiedler

Feb 23, 2017

A retired Philadelphia Police Officer. Loving husband of Mary (nee Costello). Devoted father of Christian M. (Dana), McKenna (Amanda) and Mary Jo. Dear Pop-Pop of Carie, Shane, Aiden, Owen, and Ryan. Preceded in death by his sister, Sr. Mary Rosalita Fiedler, C.S.S.F. and his brother John. Also survived by his loving extended family. Relatives and friends are invited to his...

Joan A. Sommers

Joan A. Sommers

Feb 22, 2017

Devoted mother of Jeff and Greg Patrone, loving companion of Mike Molter; beloved grandmother of Gina, Dana, Lisa, and Dominic. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday 9:30 AM, St. Ephrem Church, 5400 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem, PA followed by her Funeral Mass 10:30 AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

John W. Rolph

John W. Rolph

Feb 22, 2017

Beloved husband of 61 years to Blanch (nee Moore), devoted father of Robert (Judy), and Diane Landis (Stephen), loving pop pop of Shawn, Justine, Sarah, and the late Robert, Jr., dear great grandpop of Aubrey Lynn; also survived by his sister Dolores Walsh (Thomas). Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday 8:30 to 9:30 AM, Burns Funeral Home,...

James F. Tyrrell Jr.

James F. Tyrrell Jr.

Feb 22, 2017

James F. Tyrrell Jr. February 22, 2017. A noted Restaurateur of the Vesper Club of Philadelphia and Tyrrells of New Jersey. He is the beloved husband of 63 years to Dorothy (Ucciferri). Loving father of Dorothy Ann Delano and James. He is also survived by his grandson Matthew Delano. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday 9:30...

Marie Selvato

Marie Selvato

Feb 21, 2017

At the age of 91, Marie is the beloved wife of the late Michael, devoted mother of Michael A. (Janice), Michele, and Marie "Reenee"; also survived by several nieces, nephews, and her grand dog Giacomo. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday 9 AM, St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave., followed by her Funeral Mass 10 AM. Interment...

Anthony E. Graziano

Anthony E. Graziano

Feb 21, 2017

Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Friday 9-9:50 AM at St. Michael's Church, ‎1445 N. 2nd St. Phila., PA 19122 followed by his Funeral Mass 10:00 AM. Interment private.

Marion N. Collins (Nee Strohm)

Marion N. Collins (Nee Strohm)

Feb 20, 2017

Marion passed away on February 20, 2017. Wife of the late James J. Loving mother of James, John (Dan), Patricia Hoover (William), Richard (Karen), David (Isabel) and the late Mark. She is survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and her sister-in-law Ellen Strohm. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Saturday 9 to 10:15 AM at St. Katherine...

Gertrude Gillis (Nee Essig)

Gertrude Gillis (Nee Essig)

Feb 19, 2017

Wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Stephen (Gail), Gale Adair, Lynn Shain (Michael), Deborah Toner (Gary) and the late Edward. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Thursday 9-10:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by her Service at 11:00...

May Kucher

May Kucher

Feb 19, 2017

Loving wife of the late Joseph. Devoted aunt of Bobby, Clark, Doug (Sharon), Nancy and Diane Gleason (Greg). She is also survived by her many loving great nieces and great nephews. May was the owner of May Ceramics in Kensington; she also served as President of Tullytown Council, was a member of the Red Hat Society, coached soccer at the...

Roy R. Desgroseilliers

Roy R. Desgroseilliers

Feb 17, 2017

Roy R. DesGroseilliers passed away February 17, 2017 at the age of 72. Loving father of Michelle DesGroseilliers and Yvette DesGroseilliers. Dear brother of Claudette Hale and Jerry DesGroseilliers. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Thursday 9 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1514 Woodbourne Rd. Levittown, PA 19057 followed by his Service at 10:30 AM. Interment Beechwood...

Anna E. Ailtmar (Nee Devlin)

Anna E. Ailtmar (Nee Devlin)

Feb 16, 2017

At the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late William M. Loving mother of William M. Jr. (Melissa), Mark (Kelly), Cheryl Smith (Anthony). Devoted Mom Mom of Kristen, Brianna, Kyle, Sean, Taylor, Dalton, William L., Brett and Megan. Survived by her 3 brothers, 2 sisters and the late Dorothy; also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews....

Helen V. Hulme-Steinbronn

Helen V. Hulme-Steinbronn

Feb 15, 2017

Helen V. was born on January 10, 1929 and went home to be with the Lord on February 15, 2017 surrounded by her children and grandchildren. A Pennypack resident and active member of Jesus Focus Ministry and Calvary Chapel of Philadelphia. Helen was a true prayer warrior for the Lord. Her personal ministry was spreading the good news of the...

Elizabeth Vorgity (Nee Kelly)

Elizabeth Vorgity (Nee Kelly)

Feb 14, 2017

At the age of 91. Loving wife of the late Daniel, devoted mother of Daniel (Kathy), Theresa McMahon (John), Gary (Jayne), Joseph (Barry) and Tina Mackiewicz. Dear Mom Mom of 10 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Sunday Eve 6-9 PM and Monday 9:30-10:30 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave....

George A. Shuster

George A. Shuster

Feb 13, 2017

Loving husband of the late Patricia.  Beloved father of Diane Shuster, Patricia Thornton (Michael), and Victoria Shuster.  Pop-Pop of Andrew, Samantha, and Patrick.  Brother of Mary Ann.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday morning, 9:30-10:45 A.M. at St. Anselm Church, 12670 Dunks Ferry Rd., Phila., PA 19154.  Funeral Mass 11 A.M.  Interment Washington Crossing National Cemetery.  In lieu...

Agnes "Nancy" Getter Evans

Agnes "Nancy" Getter Evans

Feb 12, 2017

Beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Getter and Richard Evans. Devoted mother of Joseph (Cheryl), Francis, Nancy Burkett (Robert), Rosemary Watson (Stephen), Harry (Jennifer), Luke (Barbara), and the late Charles; loving grandmom of 16 and great grandmom of 13, dear sister of Harry, Thomas, Richard, Mary Jordan, and the late David. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing...

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