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Kathryn J. Norris (Nee Slater)

Kathryn J. Norris (Nee Slater)

Nov 26, 2015

Wife of the late John. Loving mother John J. (Joann), Kathi Walters (Joseph), Kevin (Denise), Ann Marie Germano (Ken) and Michael. Grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 10. Sister of the late Jack and Francis Slater (Joan). Also survived by many nieces, nephews and many other loving family members and friends. Relatives, friends and members of St. Christopher's Seniors...

Tuan Anh Nguyen

Tuan Anh Nguyen

Nov 24, 2015

Tuan Anh Nguyen of Bensalem passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2015. He was 56. Born in Vietnam, Mr. Nguyen has been a long time resident of Bensalem. He was a member of St. Helena Vietnamese Catholic Church in Philadelphia. He enjoyed gardening and watching football, but he mostly enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Mr. Nguyen...

Joan M. Mcdevitt (Nee Ewerth)

Joan M. Mcdevitt (Nee Ewerth)

Nov 24, 2015

Loving wife of the late Mickey. Beloved mother of Carol Wadsworth (Keith), Danny, Brian (Denise) and Michael (Daniele). Also survived by 10 grandchildren; 5 great grand-children; 2 brothers and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Sunday Eve 7 to 9 P.M. and Monday morning 8:30 to 9:15 A.M. BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia...

William C. "Bill" Schmid

William C. "Bill" Schmid

Nov 23, 2015

SCHMID William C. "Bill" passed away November 23, 2015, two days after his 84th birthday. A Korean War Veteran, he is the beloved husband of 26 years to Judy ( nee Standke), devoted stepfather of Barbara Standke and her son Jonathan. He will also be missed by his step son Christopher Standke (Karen) and their children Lauren and C.J.; father...

Edward W. Mcfadyen, Sr.

Edward W. Mcfadyen, Sr.

Nov 22, 2015

Loving husband of Kathy (nee Pascal). Beloved father of Helen Sorah (Bill), Edward, Jr. (Christine O'Brien), and John (Heather). Pop-Pop of Katie, Jack, Jonathon, Matt, Brendan, Brayden, and Brianna. Brother of Joseph and Grace. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday, 9-10:15 A.M. at Christ the King Church, 3252 Chesterfield Rd., Phila., PA...

Mary Ann Metzger (Nee Geiger)

Mary Ann Metzger (Nee Geiger)

Nov 21, 2015

Mary Ann Metzger (nee Geiger) passed away November 21, 2015, at the age of 85. Wife of the late Martin Louis, sister of Joseph Metzger and Geraldine Siravo. Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass Wednesday, 10:15 AM, St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery. No Viewing.

Joanne P. Scholl

Joanne P. Scholl

Nov 20, 2015

Loving mother of Benjamin and Anthony Scholl. Also survived by many grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her Graveside Service Monday, 10 A.M. at Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery, 654 Ferry Rd., Doylestown, PA 18901. Burns Funeral Home 215-637-1414

Dorothy M. Massa

Dorothy M. Massa

Nov 20, 2015

Wife of the late Anthony F. Loving mother of Anthony J. (Susan), Susan Meier (the late Bruce), Valerie Figaniak (Thomas) and Michael (Victoria). She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Tuesday 10-11 AM at Sunset Memorial Park Chapel, 333 W. County Line Rd. Feasterville, PA 19053 followed by...

Judith Ann "Judy" Heston

Judith Ann "Judy" Heston

Nov 19, 2015

At the age of 70. Beloved wife of Joseph W. Devoted daughter of the late Charles and Margaret McInerny. Devoted mother of Joseph H., Charles E. (Kathryn), Judith Ann (the late Mark) Hess, Michele A. (Louis) Berk, Brian P., Christine and the late Kathleen Marie. Loving grandmom of Joseph W., Anthony X., Angela A., William E., Melissa M. and Lisa...

Mary Ignatin

Mary Ignatin

Nov 16, 2015

Relatives and friends are invited to her Graveside Service, Monday, November 23, 2015, Montefiore Cemetery, 600 Church Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046.

Gladys E. Monte (Nee Schaffer)

Gladys E. Monte (Nee Schaffer)

Nov 16, 2015

Wife of the late Horace D. Beloved mother of John and Glenn. Grandmom to John, Jr., Annette, Krystle and Cherese. Also survived by 5 great grandchildren, Madelynn, Gabriel, Piper, Morgan, Carter and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday 10:00-11:00 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.) followed...

Margaret "Peg" T. Ennis (Nee Nolan)

Margaret "Peg" T. Ennis (Nee Nolan)

Nov 15, 2015

Wife of the late John "Jack". Loving mother of John (Katie), Colleen (Ray) Caudle, and Julie Ennis. Grandmom of Tom, Kevin, John, Megan and Raeford. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Thursday 9:30 AM at St. Matthew's Church (upper church), 3000 Cottman Ave. Phila., PA 19149 followed by her...

Leona A. Zimmer (Nee Casper)

Leona A. Zimmer (Nee Casper)

Nov 14, 2015

At the age of 89. Loving mother of Sherrie Houser (Richard) and the late Kent and Fred. Dear Grandmom of Jason (Rhiannon), Bryan and Eric (Beth). Great grandmother of Mikey, Mya and Owen. Loving sister of Anne Drier, Dorothy Farnen, Gloria Fredlund (Paul) and the late Sandy Delizza. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and...

Helena V. Kirby (Nee Barton)

Helena V. Kirby (Nee Barton)

Nov 12, 2015

Suddenly November 12, 2015. Beloved wife of Joseph. Loving mother of Francis (Nicole), Mary (Charles), Patrick (Amanda), Dennis (Kiersten) and Charles (Jessica). Loving grandmom of 8. Loving daughter of Francis Barton (Lorraine) and the late Mary. Beloved sister of Geraldine, Francis and the late Maryann. She is also survived by her large extended loving family. Relatives and friends are invited...

Mariella Livolsi

Mariella Livolsi

Nov 11, 2015

Beloved wife of the late Andrew. Daughter of the late Badita and Victoria Petrescu; brother Badita; loving aunt of Jason and the late Kenneth; adored step-mom and grandmom of James, Andrea, and Stephanie. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Tuesday, 11 A.M.-12:45 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.). Funeral Service 1 P.M. Interment...

Gary F. Beech

Gary F. Beech

Nov 11, 2015

Dear Family & Friends, On November 11, 2015 it is with heavy hearts we said our last goodbye to Gary "Falcon" Beech. Gary was a devoted father, loving son, caring brother and a great friend. After a courageous battle with ALS, Gary passed away peacefully at home in Northeast Philadelphia. Gary was a proud graduate of Northeast Catholic High School...

Carolyn T. Wynne (Nee Shamansky)

Carolyn T. Wynne (Nee Shamansky)

Nov 10, 2015

Carolyn passed suddenly November 10, 2015. Loving wife of Edward. Beloved mother of Denise Gray and Eddie. Mom-Mom of Theresa, Rachel, and Kristen. Adored daughter of Marie and the late George Shamansky. Loving sister of Mary Cook, George Shamansky, and Barbara Wozniak. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday evening, 7-9 P.M....

Florence C. Kempisty (Nee Svitak)

Florence C. Kempisty (Nee Svitak)

Nov 9, 2015

Loving wife of the late Francis W., Jr. Mother of Francis, III and Michael Dolbow, Jr. (Patricia). She was a loving grandmother and great grandmother. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Saturday 9:30-11:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Service 11:30 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cem.

Mary R. Oliver

Mary R. Oliver

Nov 9, 2015

Mary R. Oliver passed away November 9, 2015, at the age of 105. Wife of the late Thomas, loving mother of Thomas; also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday 8:30 AM Immaculate Mary Home, 2990 Holme Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19136, followed by her Funeral Mass 9:30 AM. Interment is Holy...

Julia Snyder

Julia Snyder

Nov 8, 2015

Loving wife of the late John. Beloved mother of John "Jack" (Yvonne), James (Elsa), Julia "Judy" Gladu (the late Robert), and the late Jeffrey (Debbie). Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19136. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment...

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