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Eleanor R. Fries
Apr 29, 2016
Beloved wife of Kevin. Loving mother of Keith Jelleyman, Sandra Graf (Joseph), Kevin Jelleyman (Linda), Eleanor Young, and the late Ralph Jelleyman. She is survived by 8 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, her step-children Joshua, Jonathan and Jeremy Fries and her former husband, John Young. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Monday Eve 6-8 PM and Tuesday 8-9:15...
Henry "Harry" F. Plummer, Jr.
Apr 28, 2016
A graduate of Northeast Catholic High School, class of 1949, and a proud member of Steamfitters Local 420 for 65 years, passed away on April 28, 2016 at the age of 84. Harry became a Journeyman Steamfitter in 1955. In 1958 he began his instructor career with the local, which led to his appointment in 1962 as Director of Training....
Laura Z. Franks
Apr 25, 2016
April 25, 2016, age 90. Beloved Matriarch, Godmother, Aunt and Friend. She is survived by many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday at All Saints Episcopal Church (9601 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114) at 8:30 A.M. followed by her funeral service at 10 A.M.. Interment Our Lady of Grace Cemetery.
Joan E. Hackett (Nee Lyons)
Apr 23, 2016
Joan passed away peacefully after a brief illness. Loving wife of 55 years to Robert, Jr. Beloved mother of Robert (Judy), Lisa McGarry (Mike) and the late James. Grandmother of Michael (Amanda), Matthew, and Mark. Great grandmother of Maxwell James. Sister of Frances (Emil), Barbara, and James (Terry). Daughter of the late Frederick and Evelyn Lyons. Also survived by numerous...
Teresa H. Metzgar (Nee Marciniak)
Apr 23, 2016
Teresa passed away peacefully on April 23, 2016 at the age of 89 in Stuart, Florida. She was born to the late Stanislaus Marciniak and Anastazia Marciniak on April 17, 1927. Teresa was the youngest of four sisters and attended schools in the Northeast area of Philadelphia. She was part of the greatest generation and a patriot. She witnessed the...
Joseph F. Moore, Jr.
Apr 22, 2016
Beloved husband of Peg (nee Byrne) Moore; devoted father of Stephen (Diane) Moore, Denise (Norman) Flojo, and Linda (Joe) McDade; loving grandfather of Cathy Moore, April Flojo, Maggie Moore, Mark Moore; brother-in-law to Walter and Kathleen Augustine, Helen Byrne and the deceased Jim Byrne and sister Rosemary Byrne. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Thursday 9 to 10:45...
Margaret Ann Bartkowski
Apr 21, 2016
Loving wife of the late Joseph R. Beloved mother of Joseph R., Jr. (Vicky), Gracemarie Glowacki (David), Patrick J., Katherine Enochs (Kenneth), Karen Stroemel (Kurtis J.), and the late Margaretann McCormick and Sharon. Also survived by 17 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and many other family members. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday morning, 8:45-9:45 A.M. at St....
Letitia "Letty" Barnes
Apr 20, 2016
She was a member of Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court #2222; longtime employee of Rohm and Haas Bridesburg Plant; and participated with the Pennypack Seniors and Primrose Club. Republican Committeewoman for Ward 57, Division 18. Loving mother of Tish O'Neill (Kevin) and Walter Barnes. Grandmother of Patrick, Brian, and the late Sean and Daniel. Great grandmother of Mikaylah, Sean,...
Rose C. Jones (Nee Krieger)
Apr 19, 2016
At the age of 94, beloved wife of the late Raymond Jones and the late Clarence Fincham. Loving mother of Mary C. Giletto (Joseph), devoted grandmother of Joseph D. Reilly (Jackie) and great grandmother of Joseph T. Reilly and Bret M. Reilly. Stepmother of Margaret Gangloff (the late Woody). "Aunt Rose" to her children Richard Gangloff (Karen), Margaret Gramlich (Al),...
Bruce M. Black
Apr 19, 2016
Beloved husband of Sabrina (nee Aita), devoted father of Melissa, dear brother of William and Sue Finck; also survived by his mother in law Marianne Galone (Emmanuel), and his sister in law Lisa Aita. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Tuesday, April 26, 2016, 9:30 AM St. Anselm Church, 12670 Dunks Ferry Rd., Phila., followed by his Memorial Mass...
Timothy M. Mongan
Apr 19, 2016
Beloved son of Ruth (nee Nagle) and the late James, loving brother of James Jr., Ruth Ann Twesten, Jennifer Fioravanti, and the late Frederick; also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday 9 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E. Columbia Avenue, followed by his Memorial Service 10:30 AM.
Helen B. Puzycki
Apr 18, 2016
Loving wife of Zigmond. Devoted mother of Frank (Frances), Thomas (Joan) and Richard (Cathy). Grandmom of 8 grandchildren. All services are being held privately at the family's request.
Marguerite H. Bopp
Apr 16, 2016
Marguerite H. Bopp died peacefully on April 16 at the age of 95. Predeceased by her beloved husband Robert, she is survived by many nieces, grand and great nieces and nephews. A life-long resident of Philadelphia, she resided at Holy Redeemer Lafayette Retirement Community. Margie volunteered for years at St. Joseph Villa. Margie was cherished by her extended family and...
Leo F. Mccaffrey
Apr 15, 2016
At the age of 70. Loving husband of Mary (nee Shaner); devoted father of Leo Jr. (Gina), Molly, Brian (Amanda). Dear grandpop of Leo III, Gavin, Killian, Amanda, Connor, Matthew, Kylie, Emma and Margot. Also survived by his brother William (Linda). Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Thursday 9-10:30 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave....
Jessie Mendys
Apr 14, 2016
At the age of 97. Daughter of the late Stanley and Anna (nee Franc) Mendys. Beloved sister of the late Helen Mendys and Clara Markoff. She is survived by her cousin Gertrude Mikus and her godson Joseph Osmian. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Tuesday 8:30 AM at Immaculate Conception Nursing Home Chapel, 2990 Holme Ave. Phila.,...
Linda Ann Conrey (Nee Marshall)
Apr 13, 2016
Linda Ann Conrey passed away on April 13, 2016 at the age of 57. Daughter of the late James and Vicky Marshall. Loving mother of Dawn Daniels, Nicole Fife, James Marshall (Tina), and Christina Pomponio. Loving Mom Mom of Jayden, Isabella, Aliyah, Gulianna and Mary Jean. Sister of James Marshall Jr., John Marshall Sr., Lisa Marshall and Joseph Marshall. Linda...
Eugene C. Cunningham, Sr.
Apr 12, 2016
Loving husband of Catherine R. (nee Grady). Devoted father of Ann Marie DiDesidero, Cathy Testa, Gene Jr. (Annie), Bill (Jill) and the late Joseph. One surviving sister, Jane Cunningham. Also survived by grandchildren and great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday Eve 6-8 PM and Saturday 8:15-9:15 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila.,...
Joseph X. Dellmyer
Apr 11, 2016
Loving husband of Eileen (nee Hart). Beloved father of Charles (Patty), Michele (Mike Ludwig), and "Dink" Ed (Chantel) Nelson. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, his parents Joseph and the late Vera (nee McLain), his brother Wayne, his sisters Pam, Debbie, Claudia, and Karen; sister-in-law Kay McCutchin, and many nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends, and employees of Carlton...
Richard "Coach" D. Elliott, Sr.
Apr 11, 2016
Beloved son of Theresa and the late John Elliott, Sr. Loving father of Adam, Josh (Jeanie) and Rick Jr. (Mary Frances). Loving grandfather of Mia, Lacey, Jordyn, Bridget and Jarrett. Brother of John Jr. (Joan) and Dave (Joan). He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. "Coach" served for 25 years as a member, board member,...
Louise A. Strouse
Apr 10, 2016
Louise A. Strouse. 96, of Doylestown (formerly of Philadelphia and Hatboro), PA, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 10, 2016. She was an extremely strong and resilient woman who enjoyed good health and mental clarity for almost all of her 96 ½ years. Louise is survived by her children Anna (and Morris) Boiman of Huntington Valley, Joan-Marie (and...
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