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Joann D. Neill

Joann D. Neill

Nov 13, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Joann D. Neill, (nee Manning).  She fought a long battle against dementia with bravery and grace.  Joann was preceded in death by her parents, Henrietta (nee Raybold) and Patrick Manning, along with her beloved husband Alan R. Neill; and with siblings Patrick (Rita), Michael, Thomas,...

Robert Tollok

Robert Tollok

Nov 12, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Tollok, who passed away on November 12, 2024, at the age of 77. Robert was the beloved husband to the late Linda (nee Moore), and a devoted father to Colleen Jones (Jim), Diana Clark (Brian), Tracy Blinebury (Bob), and Robin Miller (Dave). ...

Joan Kelly

Joan Kelly

Nov 11, 2024

Joan Kelly (nee DeCara) passed away peacefully at the age of 93 on November 11, 2024.  She was the loving wife of the late A. Robert Giardina and the late John Kelly, Jr. and the beloved mother of Mark Giardina (Judith), Dr. Janet Donovan, Diane Depman (Dr. Stanley Depman), Robert Giardina (Laura) and stepson John Kelly, III.  Joan is...

Dennis E. Turner

Dennis E. Turner

Nov 11, 2024

Dennis E. Turner, affectionately known as "Snarf," passed away suddenly on November 11, 2024, at the age of 75. A loving and devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was the beloved husband of the late Sandra Turner (nee Seamans). Dennis is survived by his loving children: Denise DeLaurentis, Sandy Davidson (Jason), and Melissa Oblea (Daniel), as well as...

Christopher E. Gray

Christopher E. Gray

Nov 8, 2024

Please click Zoom to watch the service at 11:30 A.M. on Tuesday.  Please mute yourself upon entry so you do not disturb the attendees in the funeral parlor.

Meeting ID:  819 9738 7007

Passcode:  833642

Christopher E. Gray "Chris" passed suddenly November 8, 2024, at the age of 47.  Chris was the devoted...

Ann Marie Eidenshink- Mcaneney

Ann Marie Eidenshink- Mcaneney

Nov 8, 2024

Ann Marie Eidenshink-McAneney, a beloved wife, sister, and aunt, passed away November 8, 2024, at the age of 66. Ann Marie was the cherished wife of James McAneney and the loving sister of Paul Eidenshink (Sue) and Susan Rieser (Keith). She was the devoted daughter of the late Paul and Lillian Eidenshink. She was a proud aunt to Brian,...

Joseph Andrew St. Marie

Joseph Andrew St. Marie

Nov 6, 2024

Joseph Andrew passed away November 6, 2024. He is proceeded in death by his mother Clara (nee Schwoyer) and brother Michael.  He is survived by his father Joseph Andrew, Sr., daughter, Jennifer Polcino (Christopher) and siblings, Richard (Joan), Ron, Jim (Jennifer,) Chris, Fran (Sue), Deborah Nuttall (Jim,) Mark (Chrissy) and Dan (Trudi.) He is also survived by many nieces...

Dolores A. Costello

Dolores A. Costello

Nov 6, 2024

Dolores A. Costello (nee Gleason), of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2024, at the age of 92. She was the beloved wife of the late Francis X. Costello, Sr.  Predeceased by her son Charles.  Devoted mother of Francis X. Costello, Jr. (Debra), Marilyn Fischer (Mark), Susan DiSalvio (Joseph), Paul Costello, and Thomas Costello, Sr. (Annemarie).

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Joanne B. Issel

Joanne B. Issel

Nov 5, 2024

Joanne B. Issel (nee Duskus), age 75, passed away suddenly on November 5, 2024.  Loving wife of Timothy Issel.  Beloved mother of Michele Wynn (Saul), Brian Issel (Jaclyn), and the late Timmy Issel.  Grandmom of Timmy, Nicholas, Brian, Brandon, Joey, and Emma.  Sister of Mike Duskus, Jeanne Cantu, and Janet DiBello.  Also survived by nieces and nephews.

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Martha "Mert" J. Bryson

Martha "Mert" J. Bryson

Nov 2, 2024

Martha "Mert" J. Bryson (nee Sliwoo) passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, at the age of 76. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Bryson and a devoted mother to Samantha Angelone (Pete), Dannett Durphy (Greg), and the late Penny Bryson. Martha was an adoring grandmother, known as "Gram," to Frank (Melissa), Alex, Sara, and Jack....

David Paul Wienckowski

David Paul Wienckowski

Nov 2, 2024

David Paul Wienckowski passed suddenly November 2, 2024.  Beloved husband of Lily.  Devoted father of Marcus, Austin, Kayla, Christian, David, and the late Mikey and Dylan.  Loving Pop Pop of Isabella, Dylan, Aaliyah, Teagan, Zachary, Benny, Caitlin, Ezekiel, and Makenzie.  Dear son of the late Leonard and Lorraine Wienckowski; brother of Leonard Jr., Katherine Downs, Colleen Wienckowski, and the...

Sue Anne Darack (Nee Zoccola)

Sue Anne Darack (Nee Zoccola)

Nov 2, 2024

Sue Anne Darack (nee Zoccola), age 74, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, after a courageous 11-year battle with breast cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Sue Anne was predeceased by her first husband, Edwin Eden, and is survived by her beloved husband, Irwin Darack. Sue Anne was the proud mother of Deborah Perfidio (James), Victoria Eden (Jason),...

Barbara A. Gillespie

Barbara A. Gillespie

Nov 1, 2024

Barbara A. Gillespie (nee Limper) passed away November 1, 2024 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Joseph ( Chuck ). Devoted Mother to Joseph, Jr.(JoAnn) and Shannon (Sharon). Cherished Mom-mom to many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dear sister of Geraldine Limper (Joe) and James Limper (Joanne) and the late Charles, Kathleen and Marlene....

Marie E. Gildein

Marie E. Gildein

Oct 30, 2024

Marie Gildein (nee Crowe) passed peacefully on October 30th, 2024. She was a devoted wife of 63 years to Walter Gildein. Loving mother of Marie Schriver (Dean), Lori Costello (Tom) and Arlene Valentino (Albert). Dearest grandmom of Krystle (Craig), Jimmy (Karen), Kevin (Alexis), Samantha (Patrick), Albert and Nicolina.  Great Grandmother...

Harry D. Hession

Harry D. Hession

Oct 30, 2024

Harry D. Hession passed away peacefully at home on October 30, of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, a Parkinson's related Disease. He is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" (nee Lynch). Harry is also survived by his children, Kelly Davis, Kevin Hession and Joy DeCaro (Vincent); grandchildren Caitlyn, Shannon, Dylan, Carmen, and Gia; and his sister...

Eleanor T. Nadolski (Nee Tomecsko)

Eleanor T. Nadolski (Nee Tomecsko)

Oct 29, 2024

Eleanor T. Nadolski (nee Tomecsko) passed away peacefully at her home of 70 years, surrounded by her loving family, on October 29, 2024, at the age of 92. Born to the late John and Theresa Tomecsko, Eleanor was a cherished daughter and a beloved wife of the late Joseph R. Nadolski. Loving mother to Joseph (Diane), Thomas (Mary), and...

Jim M. Hellings

Jim M. Hellings

Oct 28, 2024

Jim M. Hellings passed away on October 28, 2024. Son of the late Donald and Joan Hellings. Loving partner to Nancy for over 40 years. Beloved dad to Jim (Jess) and Melissa Breen (John). Cherished Pop to Julia, Max and James. Dear brother to Debra Lynne DiElsi (Frank), Gary (Nancy), Susan P. Campbell and Michele D. Molko (Curt)....

William Etzl "Billy"

William Etzl "Billy"

Oct 28, 2024

William Etzl, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 28, 2024. He was the cherished son of the late Dr. Michael Etzl and Helen Etzl (nee Gibbons).

Billy is survived by his dear siblings: Dr. Michael M. Etzl, Jr., MD (the late Rita), Helen Theresa Roseburgh "Terry" (Robert), and Richard Etzl (Beth). He...

Catherine T. Minnich

Catherine T. Minnich

Oct 25, 2024

Catherine T. Minnich (nee O'Brien) passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, at the age of 93. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Minnich and a devoted mother to her four children: Joe Minnich (Terri), Bill Minnich (Sharon), Mike Minnich (Kathy), and Tammy Minnich. Catherine was a loving Nan to 13 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren, who...

Dorothy A. Mcgeehan

Dorothy A. Mcgeehan

Oct 25, 2024

Please click Zoom to watch the funeral mass at 11 A.M.  Please mute yourself upon entry so you do not disrupt the parishioners.

Meeting ID:  813 5965 4210

Passcode:  909311

Dorothy A. McGeehan (nee McCloskey), beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed peacefully on October 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was...

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