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Jacqueline M. Long (Nee Lawlor)

Jacqueline M. Long (Nee Lawlor)

Jun 21, 2012

Beloved daughter of the late John and Doris Lawlor, loving sister of John (Deborah), dear niece of Christine DeNuccio (Joseph), Janet Zelonis (Lawrence), and Kathleen Koshelnyk (William); also survived by her longtime companion Michael Marroletti. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Monday Eve. 7 to 9 P.M. and also Tuesday 8:30 to 9:30 A.M., Burns Funeral Home, 9708...

Nicholas Parkinson

Nicholas Parkinson

Jun 21, 2012

Beloved son of Stephen and Donna (nee Mulholland), dear brother of Stephen Jr. and Brittany, loving grandson of Joan and Gary Balmer, Edward Mulholland and the late Catherine, and the late Raymond Parkinson; also survived by his great aunt Jacqueline Cullen and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday 9 to 10:15...

Catherine J. "Jean" Walters (Nee Stafford)

Catherine J. "Jean" Walters (Nee Stafford)

Jun 21, 2012

At the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late George P. Jr., devoted mother of George P. III (Ellen), Jean-Ellen (Abe) Johnston, Paula (Thomas) Crossan and Daryl (Stephen) Blank. Loving grandmother of George P. IV, Rachel, Jennifer, Darren, Jean-Ellen, Danielle, Thomas, Georgeann, Stephen, Keith, Michael, and Matt and also 12 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Bernard Stafford and the...

Diane M. Mawson (Nee Leone)

Diane M. Mawson (Nee Leone)

Jun 20, 2012

Loving wife of Eddie. Beloved mother of Steve and Michelle Kossovsky. Sister of Mary Leone (Tony), Christopher Leone (Janet), and Cecelia Francisco (Chuck). Sister in law of Reda Mawson. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday morning, 8:45-9:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S. of...

Edna M. Reeves (Nee Currey)

Edna M. Reeves (Nee Currey)

Jun 19, 2012

Beloved wife of the late George, devoted mother of George (Lydia), Robert (Gina), and Donna Rowe (Mark), also survived by 3 grandchildren George, Jason, and Mark, one great granddaughter Brianna; sister of Carl Currey, and the late John F. Currey, Ruth Donnelly, Robert Currey, and Raymond Currey. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Sunday 7 to 9 PM...

Mary C. "Marie" Bracciale (Nee Masi)

Mary C. "Marie" Bracciale (Nee Masi)

Jun 18, 2012

Suddenly on June 18, 2012 at the age of 79. Devoted mother of Michael J., Deborah M., Jeffrey B. (Mary) and the late Gregory M. Loving Mom Mom of Roxanne and Nicole. Dear sister of Catherine (Romulus) Berretta, Barbara Yancer and the late Elizabeth Foglietta. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday 11 AM-12:15 PM at BURNS FUNERAL...

Thomas H. Watson

Thomas H. Watson

Jun 18, 2012

At the age of 75. Loving husband of 57 years to Geraldine (nee Nangle), devoted father of Dennis (MaryLynn), Daniel (Jane), Donna Price (the late Edward), Deborah Kilcourse (Joseph), Denise Goldsmith (Adam) and David (Cindy). Dear Pop Pop of 20 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, brother of Patricia Logan (the late Jack) and Mary Lou Ling. Also survived by his...

Patrick L. Kelly

Patrick L. Kelly

Jun 18, 2012

Beloved husband of Rita (nee Drock). Loving father of Rita, Timothy, Joseph, Monica, and Patrick M. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Saturday 9 AM at Christ the King Church, 3252 Chesterfield Rd. (at Morrell Ave.) followed by his Funeral Mass 10 AM. Interment Private. In lieu...

Christine "Connie" Ziolkowski

Christine "Connie" Ziolkowski

Jun 17, 2012

Passed away at Riversedge Nursing Home. She was 99. Christine loved to sew and crochet and made many handmade items. She was the wife of the late Stanley Ziolkowski. She is preceded in death by her sons, Alexander Wojcik and Gerald Wojcik. Christine is survived by her daughter Patricia Wojcik and her son, Ronald Wojcik (Sandy). She is also survived...

Edward C. Cheney

Edward C. Cheney

Jun 16, 2012

A retired employee of Budd Co. Beloved father of Elizabeth and Heather. Pops to Loralei and Reace. Loving son of Claude and Jacqueline Cheney. Dear brother of Loraine Gonzales, Carol Wright and Janice Quinn. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday Evening 6-7:45 at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by words of remembrance at...

Thomas E. Dempsey

Thomas E. Dempsey

Jun 14, 2012

Judge Thomas E., on June 14, 2012. Beloved husband of Mariann (nee Porter). Dear brother of Bro. Lawrence Dempsey, FSC, Catherine Trainor (Jerry), Joseph Dempsey, the late Francis Dempsey and the late Mary McAndrews. Also sadly missed by 81 nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Tommy was a Judge in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas for over 20...

Denise M. Yeager (Nee Rink)

Denise M. Yeager (Nee Rink)

Jun 13, 2012

Loving mother of Amanda. Devoted daughter of Ronald, Sr. and Phyllis. Dear sister of Deborah Mattiacci, Ronald, Jr., David, and Brian. Also survived by her large, extended, loving family. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday evening, 6-9 P.M and Tuesday morning, 8:15-9:30 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.). Funeral Mass 11...

Michael P. Homka

Michael P. Homka

Jun 12, 2012

Michael P. Homka passed away suddenly June 12, 2012, at the age of 67. Mike was a U.S. Postal Carrier, retiring after 39 years of service. Beloved husband of Margaret "Joan" (nee Gossner). Devoted father of Maureen (Michael) Steiner, Michael (Kimberly), Thomas (Karyn), and Matthew (Dana). Loving Pop-Pop of Patrick, Owen, Tyler, Evan, Ryan, Matthew, Avery, and Paige. Dear brother...

John Mccaffrey

John Mccaffrey

Jun 12, 2012

Loving companion of Cassie Lyons. Beloved father of William (Lauren), Madeline (Chris), and Kevin (Laura). Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 1 sister and 3 brothers. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday morning, 10-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.). Funeral Service 11 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to...

Rose D. Rancitelli (Nee Nuccillo)

Rose D. Rancitelli (Nee Nuccillo)

Jun 11, 2012

Beloved wife of Mario Rancitelli, step-mom of Jeannie Conrad and Freda McMillan; also survived by her step grandchild Alexis. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday 9 A.M. Christ the King Church, Chesterfield and Morrell Aves. Phila., followed by her Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Peter Zincuk

Peter Zincuk

Jun 9, 2012

Beloved husband of the late Elaine (nee Petersen). Father of Linda Murphy (Patrick). Grandfather of Christine Piscopo (Bob), Jennifer Murphy, Karen Curran (Chuck), and the late Patrick, Jr. Great grandfather of Erin Szrankowski, Ethan Piscopo, and Cole and Matthew Curran. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday morning, 9-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S....

Douglas E. Anderson, Sr.

Douglas E. Anderson, Sr.

Jun 9, 2012

Douglas E. Anderson, Sr., passed away June 9, 2012, at Sierra Oak Assisted Living, Bensalem, PA. An Army Veteran of WWII, Douglas was a Master Mason at Bristol Lodge #25. He is the beloved husband of the late Violet, devoted father of Candace Papieredin and her husband Michael, Douglas E. II and his wife Geraldine. Dear Pap of LeeAnn Maldanado,...

Bernard J. Hughes

Bernard J. Hughes

Jun 8, 2012

Beloved husband of the late Noreen (nee Corrigan). Devoted father of Kathleen Friend (Joseph), Theresa Burnside (Ed Lunny), and Sharon Schweiker (Gregory). Pop-Pop of Patricia, Patrick, Natalie, Bridget, Samantha, and Gregory. Step-grandfather of Cathy, Ami, Joseph, and Michael. Loving brother of Marie, Raymond, and Francis. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing...

Bonadel "Bonnie" Zerbe (Nee Laycock)

Bonadel "Bonnie" Zerbe (Nee Laycock)

Jun 7, 2012

Beloved wife of Jim. Loving mother of Linda Plocher (Mike), Jacqueline Adamowicz (Mike), Bonadel Woodburn (Frank), Kelly Gonzalez (Juan), and Michele Duff (Stephen). Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, one brother William, and 3 sisters Gertrude, Deborah, and the late Linda, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Sunday afternoon, 1:30-3:15...

Richard J. Ayala, Sr.

Richard J. Ayala, Sr.

Jun 5, 2012

A Navy veteran. Husband of the late Barbara. Loving father of Richard Jr. (Kathleen), Paul (Mark), Barbara (Richard) Grzegorek. Grandfather of Ricky, Breanne, Hailey and Erin. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday 9:30 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed by his Funeral Service 10:30 AM. Interment Lawnview Cemetery.

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