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Frank A. Kopesky

Frank A. Kopesky

Jul 6, 2026

Frank A. Kopesky, age 89, passed away July 6, 2026.  Frank worked as a mechanical engineer for various companies in his life.  He loved to golf and was a big Frank Sinatra and Phillies fan.  Family was most important to Frank, you could always find him goofing off with the kids.  

Frank is survived by his beloved daughter Lorraine Dietz....

Barbara McKee

Barbara McKee

Jul 5, 2026

Barbara McKee, age 64, passed away on July 5, 2026 at the age of 64.  She was preceded in death by her parents James and Lorraine McKee. She is survived by her brothers John McKee, Robert McKee (Susan) and the late James McKee and adopted family Michael Pables and Donna Bradley.  She is also survived by her nephew Eric McKee....

Anne Marie McIvor

Anne Marie McIvor

Jul 3, 2026

Anne Marie McIvor (nee Gallagher) passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Anne was the beloved wife of Joseph A. McIvor for 60 years, and the devoted mother of Joseph (Susan), Anne Marie McIvor - Linquata (Anthony), and Patricia McIvor-Mangino (David), and the loving Grandmother to Kathryn, Fiona, and Allison. She was the dear sister of...

Betty Jean "BJ" Howard

Betty Jean "BJ" Howard

Jul 2, 2026

Betty Jean "BJ" Howard (née Barrineau) passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, at the age of 84.

Beloved daughter of the late Clarence and Emily Barrineau, BJ was the devoted wife of the late Thomas Howard. She is also survived by her sister, Dawn Wood (Dave), as well as her dear friends and neighbors.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend...

Lindsey M. Abbott

Lindsey M. Abbott

Jul 2, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful yet far too early, passing of Lindsey Marie Abbott on July 2, 2026.  Born June 14, 1983, Lindsey graduated from Archbishop Ryan High School in 2002. 

 She faced severe health challenges early in life, undergoing kidney transplants at ages eight, nineteen, and thirty-five.  These battles forged an unbreakable fighting spirit, earning...

Dorathea Helen Baxter

Dorathea Helen Baxter

Jul 1, 2026

Dorathea Helen Baxter age 76, of Mays Landing, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026.

Dorathea was the beloved wife of the late Paul Gittle. She was a loving mother to Pamula Gittle and Richard Obidas, and a cherished grandmother of many. She is also survived by her devoted niece, Cindy Creamer (Kevin), whom she lovingly raised.

She was the...

Katherine "Candy" Cesarini

Katherine "Candy" Cesarini

Jun 27, 2026

Katherine “Candy” Cesarini (née Gill) passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on June 27, 2026.

Beloved wife of George Cesarini, Candy was a devoted mother to Kimberly Lash (Caitlin), Mark Lash (Stephanie), Nicole Amrik (Scott), and Lauren Converse (Thomas). She was a cherished Mom Mom to Laeland, Grady, Avery, James, Landon, Molly, Leo, Joel, Nora, Aislynn,...

Christian M. Hensler, Sr.

Christian M. Hensler, Sr.

Jun 25, 2026

Christian M. Hensler, Sr. passed away peacefully June 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was the beloved son of the late Herman and Elizabeth Hensler and the devoted husband of 47 years to Karen Hensler (née Ford). Loving father of Amanda Hollman (Randy), Lauren Hensler, and Christian M. Hensler, Jr. (Franklin Wise). Cherished Pop Pop of Nexida...

Helen M. Coyne

Helen M. Coyne

Jun 24, 2026

Helen Marie Coyne (née Curran), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and faithful servant of God, passed peacefully into eternal life on June 24, 2026, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family. She was 79 years old.

Born on January 4, 1947, Helen lived a life rooted in family, faith, kindness, service, and quiet strength.

Helen was a loving wife...

Lena N. Ritter

Lena N. Ritter

Jun 19, 2026

Lena N. Ritter (née Dascanio) passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026.

Lena was the beloved wife of the late William J. Ritter and a devoted mother to Michelle L. Stewart (Christopher), and the late Sheila A. Ritter and the late Steven J. Ritter. She was a loving Mom Mom to Steven P. Ritter, Christopher T. Stewart, and Jack T. Stewart,...

Michael J. Costello, Jr.

Michael J. Costello, Jr.

Jun 18, 2026

Michael J. Costello, Jr. passed away suddenly on June 18, 2026, at the age of 35.

Beloved son of Patricia Costello and the late Michael J. Costello, Sr.; dear brother of Erin Paynter (Robert); and loving uncle of Riley and Ronan. Michael is also survived by his loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family.

Michael was a graduate of St. Timothy School,...

Patrick J. McCole, Sr.

Patrick J. McCole, Sr.

Jun 18, 2026



Patrick J. McCole, Sr. "Pat" passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Beloved husband of 57 years to Anne (née O'Donnell), he was the devoted father of Lori McCole Mazur (Charles), Maureen Walton (Christopher), Patrick J. McCole, Jr., and Anne Marie McCole, and cherished Pop Pop to Gabriella, Kiara, Natalie, Valentina, Claire, and PJ. Dear brother...

James C. Johnson, Jr.

James C. Johnson, Jr.

Jun 18, 2026

James C. Johnson, Jr., "Jimmy", age 42, passed away on June 18, 2026.  Loving father of Aubrey and James, III Johnson.  Beloved son of James and Susan Johnson.  Dear brother of Jana (Chris) and Jordan (Katlynn).  Doting uncle of Jackson, Emmalyn, and Leila.  Jimmy is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing...

Dr. Brian J. Lyman

Dr. Brian J. Lyman

Jun 17, 2026



Dr. Brian Lyman, 67, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away surrounded by friends and family on Wednesday June 17th. Born in Philadelphia on April 22, 1959, the third child of Charles and Peg Lyman, Brian grew up in the Northeast and attended St. Jerome’s School (Class of 1973). As the years went on, he could frequently be found running the woods...

Vincent Rossello

Vincent Rossello

Jun 16, 2026

Vincent Rossello passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, at the age of 95.

Vincent was the beloved husband of the late Bernice Rossello and devoted brother of the late John and George Rossello. He was a cherished uncle, affectionately known as "Uncle Bimmy," to John, Brian, and Vincent Rossello.

A proud United States Army veteran, Vincent honorably served his country during...

Queen B. Casey

Queen B. Casey

Jun 16, 2026

Queen B. Casey (née Omrod) was welcomed into the presence of our Lord on June 16, 2026, at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late William J. Casey. Loving mother of William G. Casey (Eileen), Coleen Lydon (Edward), and Kathleen Barras (Bruce). Adoring Nanny of Bridget Sayde (Will), Bruce Barras, Jr. (Kristine), Hannah Barras, and the late Sean...

John T. Walder

John T. Walder

Jun 15, 2026

John T. Walder "Jack" of the Kensington Section of Philadelphia passed away peacefully June 15, 2026, at the age of 88. Beloved husband of 60 years to Patricia "Pat" (nee Blecker) and is the loving father of Judith Long "Judy" and her husband Paul.

Wednesday, June 24th, Service will be held at 12 Noon, Christ Church, 2nd and Market Streets Philadelphia....

Daniel J. Wright

Daniel J. Wright

Jun 14, 2026

Danny Wright, 81, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Danny was predeceased by his loving wife Ginny, and his brothers James (Rose) and Richard (Harv).

Danny is survived by his children Chris (Kristin), David, and Kim. Danny is survived by his grandchildren, Isadora, Camilla, Lucas, Lincoln, and Antonia. He is also survived by his...

Sandra L. Kelly

Sandra L. Kelly

Jun 14, 2026

Sandra L. Kelly (née Bandarsky) passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026.

Beloved wife of the late Robert Kelly. Loving mother of Jaime Rosenthal (Sue), devoted stepmother of John P. Kelly and Steve Rosenthal (Marcia), and the late Brian Kelly. Cherished niece of Marty Ullman. Sandra is also survived by her niece Jennifer Localio, her nephew David Localio and many loving...

George A. DiMarcantonio

George A. DiMarcantonio

Jun 14, 2026

George A. DiMarcantonio passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of June 14, 2026. George was preceded in death by his loving parents, Loretto and Catherine and his siblings: Edna, Joe, Minnie and their spouses.



George is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Eleanor (née Misunas). He was the proud and loving father of George, Michael, Candice...

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