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Maryann Poulton

Maryann Poulton

Jan 3, 2025

Maryann Poulton (Fuss),52, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away on Friday, January 3rd, 2025. A devoted medical professional for over 30 years. Her dedication to her field was matched only by her compassion and kindness. Maryann's spirit illuminated every room she entered, and her laughter filled the hearts of all who knew her. As a cherished daughter, a beloved friend,...

Vito A. Giannini

Vito A. Giannini

Jan 1, 2025

Vito A. Giannini, 91, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025. A proud US Army Veteran, Vito dedicated his life to his family, his country, and his faith.

He was the beloved husband of 65 years to Barbara Giannini (nee Kahlert), and a loving father to Michele Casey (Thomas), Vito Giannini Jr. (Elizabeth), Barbara Bores (Edward), and...

Anne Patricia "Nancy" Burke

Anne Patricia "Nancy" Burke

Dec 31, 2024

Anne Patricia Burke "Nancy" (nee Toland) 92, of Lederach, Pennsylvania who passed into eternity in Stuart, Florida on Tuesday evening December 31, 2024. Nancy was married to her beloved husband Anthony J. Burke who passed away in 1994.  She was the mother of nine children and twenty grandchildren as well as 11 great-grandchildren. Nancy is survived by children Ann...

Dennis W. Hill

Dennis W. Hill

Dec 31, 2024

Dennis W. Hill 75 passed peacefully at home December 31, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Mary Jane (nee Young) and is survived by his son Dennis E. Hill (Kelly) his grandson Connor and his great nephews the Rueda boys.

In Fishtown he attended Holy Name Elementary School and gained valuable basketball skills at local gyms...

James S. Nocco

James S. Nocco

Dec 31, 2024

James S. Nocco, age 81, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. Jim was a dedicated Captain with the Philadelphia Police Department, where he served the city with courage and distinction for many years. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a man of strength and honor, but...

Gloria M. Hess (Nee Taurino)

Gloria M. Hess (Nee Taurino)

Dec 27, 2024

Gloria M. Hess (nee Taurino) on December 27, 2024, at the age of 87. Gloria was the beloved wife of the late Carl Hess, Sr. and a devoted mother to her sons, Carl Hess, Jr. (Carrie) and Roger Hess (Felicia). She was also a proud and loving Mom Mom to her grandchildren, Meadow, Nicholas,  Kayla, David, Chad, Cody, Lisa,...

Irene M. Wilczynski

Irene M. Wilczynski

Dec 26, 2024

Irene M. Wilczynski (nee Baltus), age 85, passed away on December 26, 2024.  She was the beloved wife of Walter Wilczynski and a loving mother to her son, Warren Wilczynski (Judy). Irene cherished her role as a proud grandma to Christopher and Brian.

Irene was the dear sister of the late John Baltus and is also survived...

Kathleen Toner

Kathleen Toner

Dec 23, 2024

Kathleen Toner passed away at the age of 65 on December 23, 2024.  She is survived by her siblings Barbara, Frank, Eileen, and Tom, whom she was especially close with and adored. Relatives and friends are invited to her Graveside Service, 11:00 A.M., on Friday, January 3, 2024 at Resurrection Cemetery, 5201 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem, PA 19020.   If you...

Arianna Marie Rodriguez

Arianna Marie Rodriguez

Dec 22, 2024

Arianna Marie Rodriguez passed December 22, 2024, she was 10 years old. Beloved daughter of Alexander Rodriguez (Elisa Reyes) and Anita Lazzaro.  Loving sister of Cassidy, Alejandro, Vincent, and Dominic Lazzaro.  Dearest loving granddaughter of Catherine Crowley, Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday, January 2, 2025, 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM, followed by Words of Remembrance...

Edward R. Dzurbel

Edward R. Dzurbel

Dec 22, 2024

Edward R. Dzurbel, age 92, passed away on December 22, 2024.  Son of the late John and Marie Dzurbel.  Loving husband of 53 years to Bruce Weissinger.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Friday, January 3, 2025 , from 8:30 A.M. to 9:15 A.M. at St. Frances Cabrini Church, 325 S. Oxford...

Martin D. Cikanovich

Martin D. Cikanovich

Dec 20, 2024

Martin D. Cikanovich, age 51, passed away on December 20, 2024.  Father of Peter Martin Cikanovich and Michael Harmon.  Son of Iris and the late Joseph Cikanovich.  Brother of Iris Kinslow (Chris), Joe and Ed Cikanovich.  He will be sadly missed by his longtime companion Jeannine Keefe and his special neighbors Stacy and Tina.  Also survived by his uncle...

Gloria O'Brien Hannah

Gloria O'Brien Hannah

Dec 20, 2024

Gloria O'Brien Hannah, age 78, passed away on December 20, 2024. Dear mother of Michelle Gallagher, loving sister to Edward O'Brien, Jr. and Colleen Filewicz (Leo); grandmother to the late Daniel Hare and great grandmother to Daniel Hare, Jr.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, December 27, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM at...

Florence R. Bandos

Florence R. Bandos

Dec 19, 2024

Florence R. Bandos, age 82, passed away on December 19, 2024.  Loving wife of the late Joseph T. Bandos.  Beloved mother of Jeannette Boyle (Joseph) and Denise Smalley (Marc).  Mom-Mom of Matthew (Allison), Ryan (Rebekah), Stephen, and the late Lucy Aaron.  G-Mom to Conor. Sister of Richard Foschini (Lynn) and the late Lorraine Zalenski, Daniel Foschini, Michael (Sonny) Foschini,...

James S. Hedricks

James S. Hedricks

Dec 19, 2024

James Steven Hedricks, lovingly known as "Jim," passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on December 19th, 2024. He was 63 years old.

Beloved husband of Rose Hedricks (nee D'Ambrosio) of 34 years. Loving father of Michelle Angeny (Nicholas), Nicole Hedricks, and Rachel Hedricks. Brother of Patricia Hampton (the late Walter "Skip"). Predeceased by...

Mandy Leigh Barrios

Mandy Leigh Barrios

Dec 19, 2024

Mandy Leigh Barrios passed suddenly on December 19, 2024, at the age of 35. Mandy was a loving and devoted mother to her children, Ariel, Makayla, Keon, and Zuri. She was the beloved daughter of Teresa Lange (the late Michael Kennedy) and Manny Barrios (Nubia Barrios), and the cherished sister of Manny Barrios (Crystal), Sophia Barrios, Paola Barrios, and...

Marie E. Martin (Nee Klein)

Marie E. Martin (Nee Klein)

Dec 17, 2024

Marie E. Martin (nee Klein), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024, at the age of 93.She was the beloved wife of the late Charles Martin, and a loving mother to Michael (Helene), Karen Breslin (James), Stephen (Patricia), and the late Patricia McGurrin (Gene). Marie was a devoted mom-mom to James, Michelle,...

Aileen Mcmahon

Aileen Mcmahon

Dec 17, 2024

Aileen McMahon, 64, passed away on December 17, 2024.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Aileen was an adventurer at heart who found joy in traveling, walking in nature, practicing yoga, and riding her bicycle.  She also enjoyed a multi-decade career in banking and cherished the friendships she built with her colleagues at Wells Fargo.

Aileen...

Helen A. Stauffenberg (Nee Reynolds)

Helen A. Stauffenberg (Nee Reynolds)

Dec 16, 2024

Helen A. Stauffenberg (nee Reynolds) passed away December 16, 2024 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of the late George Stauffenberg. Helen was the loving mother of David, Michael (the late Jeanette), Thomas, and the late Joseph. She was a proud and adoring Mom Mom to Angela, Zaccary, Ryan, Sophia, Victoria, Frankie, and the late David Jr., as...

Thomas R. Kent

Thomas R. Kent

Dec 16, 2024

Thomas R. Kent, age 79, passed away on December 16, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Dot (nee Zukovsky) and a devoted father to Jean Andrucyk, Patricia Schaeffer (Edward), and the late Thomas and Nancy Kent. Thomas was a cherished poppy to eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, whose lives he touched with love and joy.

A...

Katherine "Katie" E. Alt (Nee Baker)

Katherine "Katie" E. Alt (Nee Baker)

Dec 14, 2024

Katherine E. Alt "Katie" (nee Baker), beloved wife, mother, and Oma, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024. She was the cherished daughter of the late Frank and Grace Baker, and the devoted wife of the late John W. Alt.

Katie is survived by her loving children, Ryan J. Biedermann and Raquel K. Alt, as well as...

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