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Carolyn J. Gaffney (Nee Henry)

Carolyn J. Gaffney (Nee Henry)

Feb 15, 2014

Relatives and friends are invited to call Thursday 9 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., followed by her Service 11 AM. Interment is Private.

William H. Johnson

William H. Johnson

Feb 14, 2014

Beloved husband of the late Dolores (nee Krokowski), devoted father of Margaret, Thomas (Audrey), Gale, Charles (Jean) and the late William; survived by several grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday 12 Noon, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., followed by his Service of Christian Burial 1PM. Interment is Washington Crossing Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions to...

Gregory A. Casella

Gregory A. Casella

Feb 12, 2014

Beloved husband and best friend of Dawn (nee Grykin), devoted father of Gregory (Melissa) and Jessica Strano (Tim), dear pop pop of Michael, Amber, and Gabriella; also survived by his brother Joe Casella (Esther), his sisters in law Susan Meo (Steven), Nancy Houtz (Denny), his brother in law Ricky Grykin (Debbie) and many nieces and nephews. Greg was an Air...

Thomas F. Spiller

Thomas F. Spiller

Feb 12, 2014

A veteran of the U.S. Navy who served during WWII and a retired employee of Bell Telephone.  A friend to everyone he met.  Loving husband of the late Joan.  Beloved father of Thomas J., Stephen W. (Kathleen), David J. (Sue), Andrew (Peggy), Jeffrey L. (Debra), Timothy J., and Amy L. (Sandee).  Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and...

Regina M. **Cancelled Thursday Night** Fiedler (Nee Levy)

Regina M. **Cancelled Thursday Night** Fiedler (Nee Levy)

Feb 10, 2014

VIEWING THURSDAY EVE FEB. 13 IS CANCELLED At the age of 60. Loving wife of the late Frederick. Devoted mother of Regina (Anthony), James (Megan) and John. Loving grandmom of 2. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters: Joseph, Kathleen McCabe, John and the late Rose Mary Menello. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing on FRIDAY...

David J. Garr

David J. Garr

Feb 10, 2014

At the age of 42. Loving son of Michelle Cunningham; beloved partner of Colleen Niedosik; devoted father of Ashley and Stephanie; son of David L.; grandson of Jeanine Veilett. He is also survived by his uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday 11:30 AM-1:15 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila.,...

Donald T. Roberts

Donald T. Roberts

Feb 9, 2014

At the age of 67. Former employee of Rohm & Haas Co. Loving husband of Rachuel (Negron); devoted father of Rachel (John) Roberts and Natalie; Poppy to Aidan and Lucy. He is also survived by 3 brothers, George, Butch,Bill and many nieces, nephews and in-laws. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Tuesday February 18th 6-9 PM at...

Tillie Fendo (Nee Santelia)

Tillie Fendo (Nee Santelia)

Feb 9, 2014

At the age of 97. Beloved wife of the late Louis. Loving mother of Gerry (Joe) Nardello and Louis. Grandmom to 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday 10 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. Of Grant Ave.)...

Joseph R. Mcginley

Joseph R. Mcginley

Feb 7, 2014

At the age of 67. Loving father of Joanne (Rich) Quering and Joseph (Shelly). Beloved fiancé of Phyllis. Pop Pop to Aaron, Kayla, Caroline, Patrick, Stephen, Tyler, Andy, Bailey, Alayna, and Jake. Great grandfather of Shannon. Dear brother of Kay (Jack), Patrick (Doris), Maureen (Jim), Jim (Joanne), Jerry (Nancy), Joanie (Gary), Debbie, Tom (Paula), Anna (Jack) and the late Michael...

Edward J. Mcguigan, Jr.

Edward J. Mcguigan, Jr.

Feb 6, 2014

Beloved father of Joseph (JoAnne) and Jennifer Larwa. Pop-Pop of Connor, Caiden, Colleen, Stephen, and Ashley. Great grandfather of Logan and Christopher. Loving fiance of Tina DeRocini. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday morning, 8:30-11:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.), Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 12 noon Christ the King...

Edward J. Flanagan

Edward J. Flanagan

Feb 5, 2014

At the age of 93. Loving husband of the late Betty (nee Whitworth); devoted father of Elizabeth Lappe (Michael), E. Michael (Maureen), Gale Duddy (Paul), Terry (Stacee), Maureen Chase (Gary) and Carole Regan (Jack), brother of Trudy Thompson and the late Thomas, brother-in-law to Thomas Whitworth. Also survived by 28 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited...

Margaret A. Cipriani (Nee Lyons)

Margaret A. Cipriani (Nee Lyons)

Feb 4, 2014

Loving wife of the late Franklin E; beloved mother of the late Michael E; grandmother of Michael V. She is predeceased by her sister, Eileen Siegle. Margaret is also survived by her brother-in-law William L. Siegle, and her nephew William M. (Jane E.) Siegle. Margaret enjoyed her stay and the kindness of the caregivers at Marcella Center of Burlington, NJ...

Fr. Charles F. Kelbaugh

Fr. Charles F. Kelbaugh

Feb 3, 2014

Priest in charge at St. Peter's Church, 3rd and Pine Sts., Phila.; Holy Sacrament, Upper Darby, PA; and the last 30 years as Rector Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Holmesburg, PA. Upon retirement, supplied many churches in Bucks, Montgomery, and Phila. Counties. Associate Pastor at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Newtown, PA. Served on Bishop White Prayer Book Society and Society for Advancement...

Cheryl L. Frierson (Nee Evans)

Cheryl L. Frierson (Nee Evans)

Feb 2, 2014

Suddenly, February 2, 2014, devoted mother of Corey, beloved daughter of Geraldine Rataic and the late Joseph Evans, loving sister of Patricia Codutti and the late Thomas Rataic; survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. An employee for over 15 years at WalMart, Cheryl was ambassador for her store for the Children's Miracle Network and also arranged charitable contributions...

Gary T. Houlahan

Gary T. Houlahan

Feb 1, 2014

Loving husband of the late Carol Anne. Father of Mike and Steve. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday evening, 6-8 P.M. at Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.).

Elizabeth J. Olson (Nee Richmond)

Elizabeth J. Olson (Nee Richmond)

Feb 1, 2014

Loving wife of the late Joseph. Mother of Patricia Costello (Edward), Elizabeth Mahoney, Nancy Snyder (John), Joseph F. (Judith), and Christine Weiss. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren; sister of Helen Henry, Catherine Richmond and the late Francis Richmond. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday evening., 7-9 P.M. and Thursday morning, 8:30-9:15 A.M. at BURNS...

Carol Anne Houlahan (Nee Michalak)

Carol Anne Houlahan (Nee Michalak)

Jan 31, 2014

Loving wife of the late Gary. Mother of Mike and Steve. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday evening, 6-8 P.M. at Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.).

Mary I. Grinkewitz (Nee Flanagan)

Mary I. Grinkewitz (Nee Flanagan)

Jan 31, 2014

Previously owned Mary's Ice Cream Parlor on Girard Ave., where she became the number one proprietor of Breyer's Ice Cream. Loving wife of the late Pete. Beloved mother of Dr. Peter R. (Teresa), and Ryan P. (Lorrie). Cherished grandmother of Jonah, Jordan, Rianna, Shane, Sahara, Ryan II, Skyler, Samuel, Tiffany, and Edward. Sister of Joseph, Dolores, Kathleen, Betty, and the...

Edward T. "Irish Ed" Hanson

Edward T. "Irish Ed" Hanson

Jan 30, 2014

Beloved husband of Arleen (nee Tobin), loving and devoted father of Casey Ann and puppy Melmo, dear brother of Michael Hanson, Christopher Carvell and Thomas Carvell, uncle of Nicole and Michael. Son of the late Michael L. Hanson and also raised by Mary Mooney "Aunt Mar" and the late Joseph Mooney "Uncle Joe"; survived by his cousins Mary Jo McDade...

William J. Krayger

William J. Krayger

Jan 29, 2014

At the age of 77. Beloved husband of Kathleen "Cass" (nee Limper). Devoted father of Kathy and Lorraine (Rick) Harr; loving Pop Pop of Richard (Tara), Kristy, Adam and Billy (Karen). Great grandfather of Alexa, R.J and Avery. He will be sadly missed by his family, friends and neighbors. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday, 8:45-9:45 at...

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