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Stephen J. Scheuermann
Aug 15, 2013
Suddenly August 15, 2013, at the age of 55, beloved husband of Jamie (nee Broussard), and the late Diane Scheuermann, devoted father of Josh (Regan), Ryan (Mollie) and Matt (Kate), loving grandpop of Avery; also survived by his brother George (Claire). Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday Evening 6 to 9 PM and also Tuesday 8:30 to...
Frank J. Martin, Jr.
Aug 15, 2013
Beloved son of the late Frank and Marie Martin; brother of Theresa M. Haggerty (wife of the late Dennis P. Haggerty) and the late Thomas C. Martin (husband of Lucille Martin). Frank is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He served in the U.S. Navy and retired from General Electric. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Thursday,...
Matilda L. Gudaitis
Aug 14, 2013
At the age of 87, beloved wife of the late Anthony, devoted mother of Joyce Moore and her husband David, loving Nana of David Jr., Kristin, and Michelle. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday, Aug. 23, 2013, 8 AM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., followed by her Funeral Mass 10 AM St. Anselm Church. Interment -...
Frank Sabara, Jr.
Aug 14, 2013
A retired employee after 45 years of service to Penn Jersey Paper, Frank is the beloved husband of 52 years to Maryanne (nee Klemmer). Loving father of Keith (Valerie) and Eric (Jodi), grandfather of Ryan, Andrea, and the late Mary Angel; brother of Carolyn Adams (Joe), Donald (Mary), Janet Ralston (the late Steve), and Eddie (Cindy), brother in law of...
Anna Mae Egan (Nee Mcnichol)
Aug 13, 2013
Retired employee of Father Judge High School. Loving mother of John, Michael (Nancy), Eileen Brunwasser (Bernard), Daniel (Louise), Kathleen Beer (John), Susan Harpster (Jeff), and Joseph (Gigi). Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday, 9-10:15 A.M. at Resurrection of Our Lord Church, 2000 Shelmire Ave., Phila., PA 19152. Funeral...
Dorothy M. Casey (Nee Mcconnell)
Aug 12, 2013
Wife of the late Martin W. Survived by a niece Elaine Corazzi, and a nephew Michael Simpson. Relatives and friends are invited to her Memorial Service Friday, 10 A.M. at the Penn Home, 1401 E. Susquehanna Ave., Phila., PA 19125. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to the Artman Home, 250 No. Bethlehem Pike, Ambler, PA 19002, or...
Donna Zarcone-Ferreira
Aug 12, 2013
The most brilliant flame was extinguished on Monday August 12, 2013 when Donna Zarcone-Ferreira lost her most courageous battle with breast cancer. Born April 15, 1958 in Brooklyn, NY. She was nicknamed Brooklyn for never losing her thick New York accent even though she lived in Levittown for the past thirty years. Surrounded by her entire loving family she continued...
Leo T. "Sonny" Risso, Jr.
Aug 11, 2013
Suddenly, a disabled Vietnam Veteran and former member of many of the Phila. string band clubs. He is the son of the late Leo and Stella Risso; beloved brother of Frances Abel and the late Mary Anne Risso; he is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Wednesday 9 to 9:45...
Arthur J. "Bud" Wagher
Aug 10, 2013
At the age of 68 lost his long battle with cancer. Loving husband of Frances (nee South). Devoted father of Arthur John "AJ" (Jama), Patricia Dooley (John), Antanette Houck (Bill), Jason (Diana), Kenneth (Megan), Jaime Hansen (Bill), Christina Stilo (Fred). Dear Pop Pop of 18 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. Brother of Charles, Richard, Walter, Philip, Margaret-Cassidy and the late...
Margaret Carlsen
Aug 9, 2013
Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Wednesday 10AM-11:15 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave) followed by her Funeral Service 11:30 AM. Interment East Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Thomas F. Meeks, Jr.
Aug 8, 2013
After a battle with pancreatic cancer, Thomas passed away with his family his side on August 8, 2013 at the age of 47. Beloved husband of 18 years to Christine "Tina" (nee Salmon). Loving father of Thomas III, Brooklynn Christine and Elena Elizabeth. Dear son of Thomas, Sr. and Elaine. He is also survived by his loving brothers, Christopher (Maria)...
Robert Lamaina
Aug 8, 2013
Suddenly at the age of 84. Bob was a Union Brick Layer for 45 years. Loving brother of Anthony and Dolores (the late Michael) Marrone, dear uncle of Robert, Michael, Anthony, Mary Beth, Ann Marie, Sally and the late Bobby. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Wednesday 8:15-9:30 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (so....
Rev. Edward J. Chwieroth
Aug 8, 2013
At the age of 89. Loving brother of the late Florence Bandos; dear uncle of Linda Wilson (Jim). Father was ordained in 1950, he taught at Cardinal Dougherty High School, St. James High School and Roman Catholic High School. Father served many parishes in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. The reception of his body will take place Tuesday 9 AM at...
Joseph P. Boon
Aug 8, 2013
Joseph P. Boon, a newspaper editor and patron of the arts, died in Philadelphia on August 8, 2013. He was 69 years old. Born in Salem, he graduated from Woodstown High School in 1961 and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Rider College in 1965. In 1967 he received a Master of Arts degree in English and...
Doris A. Withers
Aug 7, 2013
Wife of the late Harold W. Withers and Pasquale Ferretti. Loving mother of Donna Smith (Edward), Dennis Ferretti (Donna), Crawford Withers, Donna Sell (William) and Barbara Kelly. She is survived by 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Relatives, friends, members of The Prince of Peace Lutheran Seniors and Our Lady of Calvary Seniors are invited to her Viewing Tuesday, 8...
Sean Neal
Aug 6, 2013
Loving father of Nyonie. Devoted son of Christine and the late Thomas. Dear brother of Thomas, III and Christine (Jesus). Also survived by his large, extended family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday, 10-11:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.). Funeral Service 12 Noon. Interment Magnolia Cemetery.
Margaret M. Mcgurk (Nee Wharton)
Aug 5, 2013
Margaret M. McGurk passed away on Monday, August 5, 2013 at the age of 91. The daughter of the late Francis and Anna Wharton, she was born and raised in South Philadelphia and was one of seven daughters. Peggy was the devoted wife of the late William J. McGurk. She was a loving mother to her daughters Eileen Darcy (Jerry)...
Rose Valley
Aug 4, 2013
Beloved wife of Joseph. Loving mother of Joseph, Jr. (Mary Kay), Daniel (Denise), and Gary (Jean). Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday, 8:45-9:30 A.M. at Christ the King Church, 3252 Chesterfield Rd., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 9:45 A.M. Interment Washington Crossing National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,...
Lore L. Kennedy (Nee Strobel)
Aug 4, 2013
At the age of 85, died peacefully August 4, 2013, at Wesley Enhanced Living, Doylestown, PA. A longtime resident of the Torresdale Sect. of Phila., she is the wife of the late Raymond V., loving mother of Ralph W. Kennedy, Lynda S. Kennedy (Tom Staggs), and the late Eric R. Kennedy; dear grandmom of Katelynn Kennedy Staggs, and daughter of...
John C. Sullivan, Jr.
Aug 3, 2013
Beloved husband of the late Maria (nee Brownholtz), devoted father of Sean (Wendy) and Kevin; loving grandpa of Justin, Matthew, Sean, and Autumn, dear brother of Gert Pottichen, Michael, Mae Dwyer, Loretta Bednarchik, Elizabeth Staab, and the late Patrick. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday Eve. 7 to 9 PM and also Thursday 8:30 to 9:30 AM,...
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