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Regina E. Hamilton
Jan 4, 2017
Regina E. (nee O'Donnell), age 83, passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 4, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Francis J. Hamilton, Jr., mother of Kathleen Kaminski (Bill), Francis J. III (Kim), Helene Kelly (Michael), Marybeth Scalzo (Joe), Patricia Hamilton, Michael Hamilton (Cheryl). Loving Mom-Mom of Michael (Catherine), Matthew (Suzie), Billy (Heidi), Justin, Joshua, Nicole, Heather (Tim), Thomas, the late Krista...
Myrna I. Weinstein (Nee Hartlein)
Jan 3, 2017
Wife of the late Robert. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Friday 9-9:45 AM at All Saints Episcopal Church, 9601 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by her Funeral Service at 10:00 AM. Interment Northwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to All Saints Episcopal Church would be appreciated.
Sophie Baraniecki (Nee Sedar)
Jan 3, 2017
At the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Joseph G. Loving mother of Gregory (the late Irma), Michael (Debra), Diane Marston (Brian) and Denise Fisher (Roy). Cherished grandmother of Kristin, Erin, Michael, Lisa and Sean. Great grandmother of Micalah and Max. May she receive the eternal peace. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Monday 8:45-10:15...
William J. "Bill" Kolodi
Jan 3, 2017
Bill passed away suddenly January 3, 2017 at the age of 48. A real estate agent at Century 21 Real Estate of Southampton. Beloved son of William & Patricia (nee Rose), and Lillian (nee Ramirez) & Merle Sterenberg. Loving brother of Gregory (Dawn) and Joseph Dunn. Dear uncle of Brooklyn; nephew of Joseph (Kelly), James (Beverly), Judyth Pagel and Linda...
Pasquale Cairo
Jan 2, 2017
Beloved husband of Anna (nee Fiore). Devoted father of Joseph (Hope) and Pasquale, Jr. Loving Poppy of Giana and Alessandra.  Dear brother of Tony, Rosetta Trecrocci, and the late Armande. He was also "Poppy" to Logan and Ava. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday morning, 9-9:45 A.M. at Our Lady of Consolation Church, 7051 Tulip St., Philadelphia,...
John A. Walker
Jan 1, 2017
Most loving and devoted husband of Joanne B. (nee Kline), beloved son of Mary Lou Walker and the late Andrew, dear brother of William (Kathy) and the late Andrew, Jr.; also survived by several nieces, nephews, and his best buddy Chopin. Relatives, friends, and members of Port Richmond AOH Division 87 are invited to gather Friday 9 AM, Burns Funeral...
Judy E. Mcgurk
Jan 1, 2017
Devoted mother of Amanda Donnelly and her husband Matthew; loving mom mom of Taylor "Tay Tay" and Matthew "Bubba"; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call Saturday 9 AM, Assumption BVM Church, 1900 Meadowbrook Road, Feasterville - Trevose, PA 19053, followed by her Funeral Mass 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions to...
John C. Higgins, Sr.
Dec 31, 2016
Loving husband of Nancy. Father of John, Jr. (Valerie), Brian, and Amy Gallagher (Tom). Also survived by 4 grandchildren. All services private at the family's request.
Helen K. Chapman (Nee Rowley)
Dec 29, 2016
Helen passed away at the age of 101. Wife of the late Francis P. Beloved mother of Patricia Rosso (Fred) and Michele Chapman (Frank McNulty). Loving grandmother of Jennifer, Kirsten, Alyssa, and Erin. Great grandmother of Caroline, Michael, Zachary, Joseph, Joshua, Samuel, Kathryn, Loretta, and Theresa. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Saturday morning, January 7, 2017, 8:30-9:30...
Margaret M."Peggy" Hines
Dec 29, 2016
Beloved daughter of the late Daniel and Anna Hines. Dear sister of Thomas K. and his wife Marie of Marlton, NJ, and the late Daniel (Mary); also survived by 2 nephews and 2 nieces. Relatives, friends, and members of Telephone Pioneers Headquarters Council and Torresdale Womens Committee are invited to her viewing Thursday, 9:30 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford...
Allen Jones
Dec 28, 2016
Loving son of Allen and Deborah Jones. Beloved grandson of Dorothy Jones. Also survived by aunts, uncles, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Wednesday evening, 6-7:45 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave., Phila., PA 19125. Funeral Service 8 P.M.
Charles M. Van Holt
Dec 28, 2016
A retired Deputy Sheriff, he is the husband of the late Helen, loving father of Charlene (Mario) Vianello and Joseph Van Holt. Dear grandfather of Christine (Tim); also survived by his brother Arthur and his sister in law Elizabeth. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday, 9AM Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024 Knights Road, Philadelphia, followed by...
Francis J. "Frank" Sullivan
Dec 27, 2016
Beloved husband of Jane (nee Eckhart). Loving father of Mariana Evanitsky (Ed), Dorothy Ferry (Ed), Frank Sullivan (Kathleen), Jane Lee (Jeff), Jack Sullivan (Beth) and Jim Sullivan (Chris); also survived by 18 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Brother of Cass, Betty, Maureen and the late Jack (KIA Korea 1953). Frank was a lifelong member of the Wissinoming Boys Club. Relatives...
Steven E. Troiano
Dec 27, 2016
Steven was called home to be with our Lord on December 27, 2016. Son of the late Anthony and Irma (nee Bottari) Troiano. Beloved brother of Mark and Raymond. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday 10:00-10:45 AM at St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19136 followed by his Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment...
Thomas M. Brunker, Sr.
Dec 27, 2016
At the age of 74. Beloved husband of Maria (nee Heil). Loving dad of Christine Spiel (Nicholas), Michele Brunker, Thomas M. Jr. (Michele) and Susan Brunker (Christopher). Loving Pop Pop of Stephanie, Kayla, Nicholas, Tommy and Kaitlyn. Brother of Jeffrey (Cassie), Caroly Saunders and Liz Goldstein (Sam). He is also survived by his furry companion, Bear, and many loving nieces...
Joseph M. "Straw" Hagerty, Jr.
Dec 27, 2016
At the age of 57. Son of Catherine and the late Joseph M. Hagerty, Sr. Beloved husband of Nancy. Devoted father of Tara (Daniel) and Katie (Serg). Loving Pop of 6 grandchildren. Dear brother of 13. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Friday 10:30 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by...
Eileen M. Wallis (Nee Fanning)
Dec 27, 2016
Beloved wife of the late John B. Loving mother of Donna Uffelman (the late Karl), Diane Sergi (Joe), Dawn Staab (Tim), and the late John M. Devoted grandmother of Jillian, Maura, Timothy, Heather, Grace and 4 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Kathleen, Michael (Jude), and the late Francis. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are...
Chung Swenk
Dec 27, 2016
Suddenly on December 27, 2016. Loving wife of the late Fred I. Swenk, Jr. Devoted mother of Donna Ellingsworth (the late Jeff), and Fred, III (Mina). Dear grandmother of Courtney, Shane, Rebecca and Joshua. Great grandmom of Ryley. Relatives and friends are invited to her Service Thursday 8 PM at Bucks County Presbyterian Church, 1550 Woodbourne Rd. Levittown, PA 19057...
Sophia Marie Dzurbel
Dec 27, 2016
Wife of the late John, devoted mother of Edward. A Mass of Christian was held at St. Katherine of Siena Church and Sophia was buried at Resurrection Cemetery.
Helen Cedar
Dec 27, 2016
Beloved wife of the late Michael, devoted mother of Carol Donahue (Gerald) and Donna Franks (John), loving grandmom of Andrea' (Keith), Michael (Alyson), and Erika (Ilker), also survived by 5 great grandchildren Bridgid, Brendan, Olivia, Liam, and Harper; sister of Mary Nash, Ethel Menna, and the late Anna Amoresano. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday 9 AM,...
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