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Jill Betshner (Nee Ferrero)

Jill Betshner (Nee Ferrero)

Mar 18, 2016

Beloved wife of Gary J. Devoted mother of Erica Watson (Kevin). Dear Mom Mom of Andrew and Emily. Daughter of Joan and the late Lewis, Sr. Sister of Lewis, Jr. (Cecilia) and the late John E. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Wednesday 9:00-9:45 AM at St. Jerome Church, 8100 Colfax St. Phila., PA 19136 followed by her...

Clare H. Kelly (Nee Kelly)

Clare H. Kelly (Nee Kelly)

Mar 16, 2016

Loving wife of the late Vincent. Loving mother of Maureen Brennan (Jack), Michael (Linda), Eileen McElvaney (Jim), Colleen Klink (Charles), Clare Durham (Larry), Patrick, Mary and Kathleen Kelly. Grandmother of 23 and great grandmother of 18. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Saturday 8 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708...

Joseph A. Welsh

Joseph A. Welsh

Mar 16, 2016

At the age of 84. Loving husband of 55 years to the late Gloria (nee Gaynor). Devoted father of Mary Blaney (the late Jim) and Nancy Blaney (Andrew). Loving "Poppy" of Marybeth (Phil), Jimmy (Liz), Kerry, AJ (Michele), Bridget and Aidan and 7 great grand-children. Proud Teamster of Local #107 and shop steward for over 20 years. Relatives and friends...

Thomas J. Arouni

Thomas J. Arouni

Mar 14, 2016

Thomas "Tom" or "Tommy" James Arouni, 82, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away, Monday, March 14, 2016 at his home at Chapel Manor Care Center. A celebration of Tom's life will be held at 12:00 noon, Friday, March 25 at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125. Burial will follow at Beechwood Cemetery, Bensalem, PA. Memorials in lieu...

Jerome A. Creasy

Jerome A. Creasy

Mar 14, 2016

All services private at the family's request.

John R. Glod

John R. Glod

Mar 13, 2016

Brother of the late Patricia Decker, loving uncle of Barbara, Diane Rehiel, Patricia Kline, and Billy Decker; also survived by great nieces and great nephews. John was a dedicated employee for over 41 years at LTK Engineering Services. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Thursday 9AM St. Martha Church, Academy and Comly Rds., Philadelphia, followed by his Funeral...

Margaret A. "Peggy" Schmidt (Nee Burke)

Margaret A. "Peggy" Schmidt (Nee Burke)

Mar 13, 2016

At the age of 73. Devoted mother of Jennifer A. (Jack) Spiker. Loving Grammy of Abigail and Ray. Dear sister of Jimmy, Billy, and Helen Marie; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Friday 6-7:45 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. Phila., PA 19125 followed by her Service 8...

Eleanor Volz

Eleanor Volz

Mar 12, 2016

Beloved wife of the late Henry "Hank", devoted mother of Mary Servais (George), Steve (Rose), Mark (Joann), Russell, Debbie McAnney (Bill), Lisa Volz, and the late Sue Brennen (Dave), loving nanny of 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; also survived by her sisters in law Peggy Lake, Dolores Lake, and her brothers in law Hugh and Richard Volz. Relatives and...

Anthony J. Piccirelli

Anthony J. Piccirelli

Mar 12, 2016

Loving son of the late Domenick and Dolores (nee Scioli). Brother of Deborah Dumproff (Ed), Stephen (Silvia Gonzales), and the late Domenick. Also survived by his niece and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, 11:30 A.M. to 12:15 P.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 12:30 P.M. Interment Our...

Laura G. Mcveigh

Laura G. Mcveigh

Mar 12, 2016

Loving daughter of the late George and Irene. Sister of Delores Sullivan (the late Michael), Frank and the late George R. (Peggie Hahn). Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday, 9-10:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Service 10:30 A.M. Interment Northwood Cemetery.

Thomas L. Farrell

Thomas L. Farrell

Mar 12, 2016

Loving husband of Helen (nee Driscoll). Father of Thomas (Sheila), William, and the late Walter. Step father of Stephen Bubb (the late Arlene), Glenn Bubb (Michele), Dorrine Bubb, and the late Deborah Rowland and Charles Pease. Brother of Daniel. Will be sadly missed by his caretaker Samantha Dales (Harry). Also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Relatives and friends...

Bridget M. Branigan

Bridget M. Branigan

Mar 11, 2016

Bridget M. Branigan., on March 11, 2016 at the age of 54. Loving fiancee of Joseph. Dear sister of Mary Lou, Linda, Dennis and Kevin. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday 6 to 8 P.M. at Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. (at Frankford Ave.), Phila., PA 19125. Interment private.

Aldo L. Didomenico

Aldo L. Didomenico

Mar 10, 2016

Beloved husband of Lois (nee Clendening), devoted father of Aldo Jr. (Tricia), Marco, Justin (Leanne), loving nonno of Tea, Aldo III "Tre", Aria, and Madelena; brother of the late Hugo. USMC Veteran of the Korean War period. Aldo was well known in the community for nearly 50 years for his multiple business ventures, especially his insurance and income tax office...

Irene F. Storm (Nee Stocklin)

Irene F. Storm (Nee Stocklin)

Mar 10, 2016

Beloved wife of the late James. Devoted mother of James W., Margaret R. and the late Irene F. Ryziw. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 2 sisters and 3 brothers. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday, 9-11 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Interment Hillside Cemetery.

Joseph A. Galdo

Joseph A. Galdo

Mar 9, 2016

Beloved husband of Nancy (nee Chambers), devoted father of 4 daughters and 2 sons, loving pop pop of 12. Brother of 5 siblings. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Saturday 9 AM Immaculate Conception Church, Front and Allen Sts. Philadelphia, followed by his Funeral Mass 10 AM. Interment is Private.

James F. Mcadams

James F. Mcadams

Mar 8, 2016

An Air Force Veteran, after a long illness. Beloved husband of 50 years to Celeste (nee Long). Loving father of Henry J. (Colleen), Elizabeth A. Glassgow (Jeffrey) and Kellee McAdams. Grandfather of Eric, Ryan, Ashley, Samantha, Eryka, Marisa, Breanna, Angelica, Casey and Jordan. Great grandfather of Patrick Jr., Mia, Everly and Montana. Dear brother of Rita, BettyAnn, Joseph, Billy, Marianne,...

Ann C. "Toni" Perlstein

Ann C. "Toni" Perlstein

Mar 8, 2016

Ann C. Perlstein "Toni" passed away suddenly March 8, 2016 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of Michael. Devoted mother of Gary (Jeannie M.), David (Brigitte), Steven (Wendy S.) and Ronald. Loving Mom Mom of Christina, Melanie, Danielle, Michael, Casey, Jesse, Nicholas, Quinn, Garrett, Marianna, Romeo and Tate. Great Mom Mom of Matthew. Mom Mom we love you up...

Alice L. Mitchell (Née Gallagher)

Alice L. Mitchell (Née Gallagher)

Mar 6, 2016

Loving mother of Sean (Natalie), Megan ,and Elizabeth. Dear mom-mom of Amanda, Kaitlyn Bradley, Ryan, Kylie; also survived by one brother Jack Eitlelyreg. All services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Joan M. Mcgowan (Nee Lasalle)

Joan M. Mcgowan (Nee Lasalle)

Mar 6, 2016

At the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late John W. Sr. Loving mother of Debra Ann Stillman (Marc), Joan M. McGowan and John W. McGowan, Jr. (Patricia). Loving grandma of Christopher, Jack, Josh and Sarah; great grandma of Addy May. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday 8:45-10:15 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford...

Timothy John Wijtyszyn

Timothy John Wijtyszyn

Mar 5, 2016

Suddenly at the age of 48. Devoted father of Daniel and David. Beloved son of Josef and Mary Louise. Loving brother of Amy and Sarah Dougherty (Timm). He is also survived by his extended loving family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Thursday 9:30-10:15 AM at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA...

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