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Rose C. Buffington (Nee Groves)

Rose C. Buffington (Nee Groves)

Oct 3, 2014

At the age of 70. Loving mother of Kathleen Brando (Steve), Theresa Smith (Tom), George (Nicole) and Rosemary Fitzgerald (Bob). Dear mom-mom of 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Sister of Sr. Mary Groves, O.P., Betty McGlinchey (Jim), Sr. Kathleen Groves, S.S.N.D. Sister-in-law of Eleanor and the late Richard Groves and Nancy Farrell (Luke); also survived by her large extended...

Pauline Mcnulty (Nee Verdon)

Pauline Mcnulty (Nee Verdon)

Oct 3, 2014

Ms. McNulty passed away at the age of 97 at Immaculate Mary Home. Formerly of Lawndale. Daughter of the late Stefan and Pauline (nee Kish). Wife of the late Frank M. Mother of Kathleen Haney (the late Joseph), and Geraldine Dines (James). Preceded in death by her sons Ronald, and Thomas, her infant daughter Patricia, her 6 brothers George, Steve,...

Rita Otto (Nee Tillger)

Rita Otto (Nee Tillger)

Oct 3, 2014

At the age of 77. Beloved wife of the late William. Proud mother of Joseph Roberts (Cathryn), Judy Evans (Roger Reynolds), and the late Linda Miller (nee Roberts). She is also survived by her loving grandchildren, great and great great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Tuesday 8:30-9:15 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 1428 E. Columbia...

Victor W. Gill

Victor W. Gill

Oct 2, 2014

A disabled Vietnam veteran and retired Phila. Corrections Officer. Beloved husband of Marie (nee Heltzinger), loving father of Cheryl Philyaw (Nicholas), William (Tara) and the late Timothy. Pop to Justin, Corey, Ryan, Shawn, Moné, Zachary, and Amanda. Great grand-father to Nicholas. Brother of Ginger, Edna, and Joseph. He is also survived by his daughter-in-law Maria. Relatives, friends, and members of...

Mary A. Bishop (Nee Drabousky)

Mary A. Bishop (Nee Drabousky)

Oct 1, 2014

At the age of 101, Mary is the wife of the late Thomas Groux, Frederick Bishop, and her late companion Thomas Gallen. Devoted mother of Carolyn Moretti and the late Thomas Groux, loving grandmother of Patty and Jimmy, great grandmother of Jennifer and Nicole, and great great grandmother of Jordynn, Kyleigh, and Claire; also survived by her sister Stella Pron....

Eleanor R. Steinbrecher (Nee Bruenger)

Eleanor R. Steinbrecher (Nee Bruenger)

Oct 1, 2014

Loving mother of Joseph Hinchliffe, Eleanor Brennan (Jim), and the late Thomas Hinchliffe, William Steinbrecher and Raymond Steinbrecher. Loved by her 18 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday 11 A.M. to 12:45 P.M., BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. (at Fkd. Ave.), followed by her Service 1 P.M. Int. Magnolia Cemetery.

Rosemarie F. Rafter

Rosemarie F. Rafter

Oct 1, 2014

Loving daughter of the late Wilfrid and Rose; devoted sister of Wilfrid (Pat), Mary Szewczak (the late Rich), Claire Faustman (John) and Nora; also survived by many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday, 10 to 10:45 A.M., St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., followed by her Funeral Mass 11...

Charles N. Jeitner

Charles N. Jeitner

Sep 29, 2014

Beloved husband of Elizabeth (nee Forker), loving father of Michael (Linda), Eileen Lee, and Maryellen Menarde; dear grandpop of David, Jonas, Rachel, Jesse, Amy, and great grandpop of Mairead and Tabatha. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday 9 AM, St. Jerome Church, Colfax and Stamford Sts., Phila., followed by his Memorial Mass 10 AM. BURNS FUNERAL HOME

Vladimir Cheshko

Vladimir Cheshko

Sep 27, 2014

Vladimir Cheshko passed away peacefully September 27, 2014, surrounded by his caregivers. Beloved friend of Susan M. Meo, Dawn Casella, Walaa Mohammed, Mohamad Ibrahim, and Megan Kringe. Brother of Anatolly Cheshko and his wife Fran. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Saturday 10 to 11 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 1514 Woodbourne Rd., Levittown, PA. Interment is Newtown Cemetery....

Laura B. Nowacki (Nee Miskiel)

Laura B. Nowacki (Nee Miskiel)

Sep 26, 2014

Survived by her sister in law and many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday, 8:45-9:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment Most Holy Redeemer Cem.

Mary E. Kelly (Nee Mcknight)

Mary E. Kelly (Nee Mcknight)

Sep 25, 2014

Beloved wife of the late John J. Loving mother of Edward C. McIntyre, Mary Jane Armbruster, Jacquelyn McCulligan, and the late James M. Kelly. Loving Nan of 10 grandchildren and GG to 11. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday, 9-9:45 A.M. at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 701 E. Gaul...

Mary M. Saville (Nee Gutierrez)

Mary M. Saville (Nee Gutierrez)

Sep 24, 2014

Devoted mother of William "Jim" and his wife JoAnna and the late John; dear grandmom of 5, great grandmom of 7; also survived by her sister Rose Povemba. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday 9 AM, St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave., Phila., followed by her Funeral Mass 10 AM. Interment is Cedar Hill Cemetery. In lieu of...

John P. Mcnally

John P. Mcnally

Sep 20, 2014

John passed away Sept. 20, 2014 at the age of 58. Loving son of Mary (nee Toland) and the late John E. Loving brother of James M., Maryann K., and Regina Broscius (Joseph). Devoted uncle of Bridget and Ben. Relatives, friends, are coworkers of the City of Philadelphia are invited to his viewing on Wednesday 9 AM at St. Katherine...

Sandra Zaun

Sandra Zaun

Sep 20, 2014

Suddenly on September 20, 2014. Beloved mother of Sandra (Joseph) Nicastro, Susan (Bruce) Hipple; grandmom of Joseph (Kristen), Alexandra, Nicholas, Adam and Eric. Sister of William Savitsky. She is also survived by her loving companion Bill Lion. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday 9 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.)...

John J. Hansen

John J. Hansen

Sep 20, 2014

Loving husband of Mary (nee McNamee). Beloved father of John (Dorothy), Barbara Vagnoni (Michael) and James (Denise). Adoring Pop-Pop of Michelle Minko (Jay), John-Michael, Alyssa, Jessica, Stephanie, Marissa and his great grandson Zachary. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday 8:30 to 10:15 A.M. BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed by his Funeral...

Rita T. Brooks (Nee Smith-Hyland)

Rita T. Brooks (Nee Smith-Hyland)

Sep 18, 2014

Passed away Sept. 18, 2014 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late George L. Brooks. Loving step-mom to Robert Harry Brooks (Ann), Nancy Sharp (Jack), Peggy Ireland, Georgeann Maguire (Mike), Brian Brooks (Sharon), Joseph Brooks, the late Mary Crawford (Kip) and the late William Brooks (Mary). Loving grandmom to 17 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is...

Douglas Schultz

Douglas Schultz

Sep 18, 2014

At the age of 63. Loving father of Jennifer O'Donnell (Thomas), Gina Jones and James. Dear Pop of Kyle, Casey, Connor and Liam. Brother of Richard and David. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Sunday Eve 6-8 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 and Monday 9-10:15 AM followed by his Service 10:30...

William H. Hellwarth

William H. Hellwarth

Sep 18, 2014

At the age of 92. Loving husband of 67 years to Agnes (nee Knoll). Devoted father of Agnes, Dolores Sell (Raymond) and William H. Jr. (Joanne); dear Pop of Ray Jr. (Christen) and Steve (Cori); great grandfather of Ricky, Cassidy and Brady. He is survived by one brother, 3 sisters, and his large, extended loving family. Relatives and friends are...

Rita T. Mcmaster (Nee Mcguigan)

Rita T. Mcmaster (Nee Mcguigan)

Sep 17, 2014

At the age of 79. Loving wife of the late Harry F. Devoted mother of Harry (Joan), Timothy (Kathy), David and Juliann. Dear Mom Mom of Cody, Alyssa and Kayla. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Saturday 9-10:15 AM at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave....

Rodney J. Smith

Rodney J. Smith

Sep 13, 2014

Loving husband of the late Alice (nee O'Sullivan). Beloved father of Stephen (Karen) and Susan Minniti (Michael). Dear Pop-Pop of Jennifer, Stephen, Sean, Lindsay, Keith, Kristine, Michael, Susie, and Katie. Also survived by 12 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Wednesday evening, 7-9 P.M. and Thursday morning, 9-10 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave....

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