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Eugene F. "Gene" Pembroke, Sr.

Eugene F. "Gene" Pembroke, Sr.

Nov 19, 2016

Beloved husband of 57 years to Evelyn (nee Goeke), devoted father of Mary Beth Pembroke, Evelyn Dopkin (Lenny), Patricia Pembroke (Brian Kable), Lawrence (Lauren), Jennifer Diazdelvalle (Sal), Eugene Jr., and Sarah Zolynski (Ed), loving grandpop of 18 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, dear brother of Michael, Joseph, Maryanne, Theresa, Kathleen, Ann Louise, Patricia, Elizabeth, and the late John, Charles, William,...

Helen A. Germack (Nee Mazurek)

Helen A. Germack (Nee Mazurek)

Nov 19, 2016

Loving wife of the late Thomas.  Beloved mother of Valerie Ruggiano (Michael), James, and the late Thomas.  Also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, and her brother Walter.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass Wednesday morning, 9:15 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19114.  Interment Washington Crossing National Cemetery.  In lieu of...

Regina M. Duccilli (Nee Gallagher)

Regina M. Duccilli (Nee Gallagher)

Nov 17, 2016

Beloved wife of Joseph E., loving mother of Martin R. (Catherine), Regina Schwegel, James (Denise), Kevin J., and the late Joseph Jr.; dear grandmom of Martin Jr., Lisa, Melissa, Ann Marie, Diana, Joseph Jr., Nicole, Angelina, James, and Michael, great grandmother to Navin, Cora, Ramona, Tessa, Olivia, Mason, Nicholas, Brayden, Aubrey; sister of Carol Flanagan, Thomas Gallagher, Joseph Gallagher, and...

James W. Murphy

James W. Murphy

Nov 17, 2016

Suddenly at the age of 31. Loving son of James T. and Elizabeth (nee Monroe). Devoted brother of Kimberly Ashmore (Bruce). Dear grandson of Joan Murphy (the late James), and Dorothy Monroe (the late William). Also survived by his uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and his girlfriend, Brooke. Jim enjoyed playing sports, working out in the gym and was...

Francis X. Quinn

Francis X. Quinn

Nov 15, 2016

At the age of 69. Loving son of the late George Geller and Ruth Green Geller. Dear brother of Mary Rassier, Robert Quinn (Marie), John Geller (Judy) and the late George Geller (Marie). Cherished uncle of William Rassier (Carin), Nicole Hardcastle (Michael), Monica Wesley (Michael), John Geller (Shannon), Brian Geller (Nancy) and Eleanor Botha (Ernst). Also survived by his dear...

Rosetta P. Ruane

Rosetta P. Ruane

Nov 15, 2016

Rosetta Ruane (nee Quinn), age 89, passed peacefully surrounded by loving family members. A resident of Maple Shade, NJ in her later years, Rosetta's heart was always in Philadelphia, especially Fairmount where she was born and raised. Wife of the late John, sister of the late Edward Quinn (Rita), mother of the late Michael (Donna), Patricia Berinson (Eric), Kevin (the...

Eilene M. Gomeringer

Eilene M. Gomeringer

Nov 12, 2016

At the age 87. Loving sister of Katherine Gairo (the late William Westerfer). Dear aunt of Elaine Mackey, Philip, Dirk, (Patricia) and Ralph Charles (Beth). Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday 10 to 11:15 A.M. BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed by her Service 11:30 A.M. Int. Ivy Hill Cem. In lieu...

Nuncio Cali

Nuncio Cali

Nov 12, 2016

Beloved husband of Violetta M. (nee Minissale); brother of Anna Cali; also survived by nieces, nephews, and 7 godchildren, Sharon Magness Blake (Ernie), Michael Minissale, Lynne Marie Daviet (William), Stephen Minissale (Dana), Lino Timpanelli (Sheri), Katie Frayne (Michael), and James McCullough (Sharon). Relatives, friends, former faculty and graduates of Jules E. Mastbaum H.S. and staff of the Franklin Institute are...

Edward S. Morrison

Edward S. Morrison

Nov 11, 2016

Edward S. Morrison died November 11, 2016. A retired employee of Philadelphia Mercy Hospital. Husband of the late Helen (nee Keller). Loving father of Barbara Eisler (Jeffrey), Edward (Patty), Kelly, and the late Craig. Pop pop to Megan, Tommy, George (Kesha), Jimmy, Michelle (Oliver), Kaitlyn, Madeleine and Allison. Great-grandfather to Naomi, Keilan and Aiden. Also survived by his brother Richard...

James G. "Stu" Hall

James G. "Stu" Hall

Nov 11, 2016

James G. Hall passed away suddenly November 11, 2016 at the age of 60. He was employed as the Chief Electrical Engineer at Jacobs Engineering. Beloved husband of Nancy (nee Edger). Loving son of Ethel Jane and the late James Hall. Dear brother of Mary Nicolai (Buck), Michael J. (Donna), Chuck (Lisa) and Jane Cammarata (Ben). He is also survived...

Nicole Lynn Mcguigan (Nee Fyke)

Nicole Lynn Mcguigan (Nee Fyke)

Nov 10, 2016

After a long and courageous fight Nicole passed away November 10, 2016, at the age of 36. Loving wife of Patrick, she is the devoted mother of Sydney. Beloved daughter of James and Joan Fyke, dear sister of James, Joelle, and Michael; she is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Anna M. Mines (Nee Reichardt)

Anna M. Mines (Nee Reichardt)

Nov 9, 2016

Wife of the late James. Beloved mother of Patricia Baltimore, James (Nancy), Barbara Kaupp (Cliff). Theresa Boehmer (William), Timothy (Kathleen) and the late Daniel (the late Nancy). Loving grandmother of 14 and great grandmother to 18 and one great great grandchild. Dear sister of Robert (Mary Lou), Harry, Rosemary, and Raymond (Emma). Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing...

Raymond T. Mooney

Raymond T. Mooney

Nov 9, 2016

Son of the late Daniel and Catherine (nee Veit). Loving brother of Patricia Caputo (Ben), and the late James D. and Joseph P. Mooney. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday 9-10:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed...

Dolores E. Costello (Nee Loftus)

Dolores E. Costello (Nee Loftus)

Nov 6, 2016

Loving wife of the late George. Beloved mother of Edward (Pat) and the late P.F.C. Dennis Costello, U.S.M.C. Nan of Shannon (Matt Cole), Erin (Robert Eichenhofer), and Matthew. Also survived by 6 great grandchildren, her brother Richard Loftus, and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday morning, 9-10:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena...

Mary Charlotte Lyman-Gruber

Mary Charlotte Lyman-Gruber

Nov 6, 2016

Loving wife of Eugene. Beloved mother of Olivia. Daughter of Margaret and the late Charles Lyman. Also survived by brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. All services private at the family's request. Donations in her memory to American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St., Phila., PA 19103, would be appreciated.

William S. Mcdowell

William S. Mcdowell

Nov 5, 2016

Beloved husband of the late Helen, devoted father of William (Kathleen), Michael (Beth), and Brian (Kimberly); dear pop pop of Billy, Paige, Jimmy, Greg, Madison, and McKenzie, and 1 great grandson Liam. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday 10 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., followed by his Service 11:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions...

Robert F. Hillman

Robert F. Hillman

Nov 5, 2016

Beloved husband of the late Marion, devoted father of Dennis (Pat), Sandy Doherty (Kevin),Jackie Haglund (Roy), and Kimberly Morgan (John); also survived by 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, his brother James Hillman (Pat), and his sister Carolyn Abruzzi (Lou). Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday 9 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E. Columbia Ave., followed by his...

Lori May Elliss

Lori May Elliss

Nov 5, 2016

Lori May, Suddenly November 5, 2016. Loving mother of Amanda Staab, Sean Falahetdin, Justin Falahetdin, Stephen Graff, and Zachary Graff, foster mother of Sean Greene, dear mom mom of Dontay, Gianna, Moleena,; also survived by her mother Loretta Elliss, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday 9 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E....

Joseph Strange

Joseph Strange

Nov 4, 2016

A resident of Philadelphia and a retired Teamster of Local 500. Loving husband of the late Patricia A. (nee Redmond). Beloved father of Joseph (Lori), Michael (Kathy), Donna Barlow (Michael) and William (Ruth). Pop of Danielle, Sean, and Megan. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday morning, 7:30-9:30 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA...

Dolores M. Quinto (Nee Gomez)

Dolores M. Quinto (Nee Gomez)

Nov 4, 2016

Loving mother of Donna Campbell (Thomas) and the late Dominick, III. Grandmom of Patricia, and Stacy Tippin (Brian). Wife of Dominick, Jr. Will be sadly missed by her granddog Sophie. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday morning, 10-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Service 11 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

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