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Nancy E. Ryan

Nancy E. Ryan

Aug 3, 2024

Nancy E. Ryan (nee Weir), age 88, passed away on August 3, 2024.  Loving wife of the late Kenneth.  Beloved mother of Joan Hearn (Jeffrey), Kathleen Ryan, Janice Vasquez (José), and Michael Ryan (Katherine).   Adored grandma of Christopher (Chanthavy), Shawn (Andrea), Dan (Rob), Andrew, Kevyn (Ellie), Justin (Lupé), John, Edward (Milvia), Makayla, Victoria (Patrick) and Brandel.  Also survived by...

Michael Iannuzzi

Michael Iannuzzi

Aug 3, 2024

Michael Iannuzzi passed away peacefully from a courageous battle with cancer on August 3, 2024 at the age of 62.  Beloved son of the late James and Marie (nee Loielo) Iannuzzi.  Loving father of Kathy (John) Mongeluzi and grandfather to Johnny and Nicolas.  Also survived by his sister Diane Renner and brothers Jimmy and Kevin Iannuzzi.

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Patrick J. Campbell

Patrick J. Campbell

Aug 2, 2024

Patrick J. Campbell passed away August 2, 2024.  Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Kirk).  Devoted father of Justin Campbell (Sarah) and the late Eric Campbell.  Loving Grandpop of Merin and Deacon.  Dear brother of Dennis Campbell (Karen), Kevin Campbell (Celeste), Maureen Jaskel (Joseph), and the late Eileen Sturgis (Joe);  also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Patrick was a...

Linda K. Tollok

Linda K. Tollok

Aug 2, 2024

Linda K. Tollok (nee Moore) passed away August 2, 2024.  Beloved wife of 55 years to Robert.  Devoted mother of Colleen Jones (Jim), Diana Clark (Brian), Tracy Blinebury (Bob), and Robin Miller (Dave).  Loving Mom Mom of Haley, Morgan, Bobby, Autumn, Rachel, Brian, Zach, Tyler, Shawn, and Charlotte.  Dear sister of George Moore (Fran) and Thomas Moore (Erma); also...

Francis J. Cutter

Francis J. Cutter

Aug 2, 2024

Francis J. Cutter passed away on August 2, 2024 at the age of 77.  He was preceded in death by his parents Francis J. and Magdalena Cutter.  He is survived by his sister Theresa Quinn (Leo), and his nephews Leo, III, Joseph, and Michael Quinn.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing August 15, 2024, Thursday...

Nancy P. Kent

Nancy P. Kent

Aug 1, 2024

Nancy P. Kent, age 49, passed away suddenly August 1, 2024.  Loving daughter of Thomas and Dorothy Kent.  Beloved sister of Jean Andrucyk and Patricia Schaffer (Edward).  Also survived by nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday morning, 10-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125.  Funeral...

Joseph Atkinson

Joseph Atkinson

Jul 31, 2024

Joseph Atkinson passed away July 31, 2024, at the age of 60.  Loving brother of Frank Atkinson (Linda), Paul Atkinson, and Mark Atkinson (Terri); Joseph is also survived by 10 nieces and nephews.  Services and Interment are Private for the Family.

James J. Jalkowski

James J. Jalkowski

Jul 31, 2024

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James J. Jalkowski passed away July 31, 2024.  Beloved husband of 61 years to Jeannette (nee Reim).  Devoted father of Donna Bisch (Gregory), James Jalkowski (Kara) and Christine Bisch.  Loving Grandpop of Jennifer (Kevin),...

William G. Shank, Jr. "Bill"

William G. Shank, Jr. "Bill"

Jul 29, 2024

William G. Shank, Jr., known to all as "Bill" or "Beaky", passed away peacefully at his home on July 29, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was 91 years old. Bill was the cherished husband of Jean (nee Callahan), with whom he shared 69 wonderful years of marriage. He was a devoted father to William III (Linda), John...

William G. Wojtusik "Billy"

William G. Wojtusik "Billy"

Jul 29, 2024

William G. Wojtusik sailed away on July 29, 2024 at the age of 66. Beloved son of the late Agatha and Stanely A. Wojtusik, Sr. Loving brother of Ted Wojtusik (the late Maureen), Joseph Wojtusik (the late Clare), and the late Stanley Wojtusik and Ruthann Wojtusik. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Phyllis Wojtusik and many loving nieces...

John M. Sanwald

John M. Sanwald

Jul 27, 2024

John M. Sanwald passed away July 27, 2024. Beloved husband to the late Rosemary (nee Carroll). Loving father to John J. (Kathleen), Michael (Kathleen) and Karen Farrell. Cherished grandfather to Christine, Marissa Greenberg (Justin), Heather, Michael Jr. (Hannah), Devin, Brianna and Christopher J. Farrell (Samantha). Great-grandfather to Noah. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing, Wednesday evening...

William G. Ricks "Bill"

William G. Ricks "Bill"

Jul 27, 2024

William (Bill) George Ricks, 72, of Yardley, PA, passed away on July 27, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. Bill was born on September 21, 1951 to William George Ricks, Sr. and Doris Murphy Ricks, in Philadelphia, PA. Bill joined the Navy after graduating from George Washington High School in Philadelphia. He went on to retire from the...

John B. Kupp, Jr.

John B. Kupp, Jr.

Jul 26, 2024

John B. Kupp Jr. passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 26, 2024. Pre deceased by his parents John Sr. and Dorothy (nee Richardson). Loving brother to Cheryl Sloan (Larry) and the late Denise McFadden (Frank). Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews in addition to numerous cousins. John was an avid Philadelphia sports fan...

Joseph D. Tomaino

Joseph D. Tomaino

Jul 26, 2024

Loving husband of the late Johanna.  Beloved father of Maryann Bucci (Joe).  Pop-Pop of Damien Bucci (Tina) and the late Dante Bucci.  Great grandfather of Delia, Declan, Callista, and Evangeline Bucci.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Joe served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He volunteered at the Veterans Home for many years.  ...

Paul G. Hegarty, Jr.

Paul G. Hegarty, Jr.

Jul 26, 2024

Paul G Hegarty Jr., July 23, 1958 to July 26, 2024

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Paul G Hegarty Jr of Philadelphia, PA who passed away on July 26, 2024 at the age of 66 surrounded by his family.

Paul touched countless lives with warmth and kindness leaving behind treasured...

Eileen B. Medina

Eileen B. Medina

Jul 25, 2024

Eileen B. Medina, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2024, at the age of 96, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Rafael Medina. Eileen was a devoted mother to Al Medina, Charles Medina (Kathryn), Rafael Daniel Medina, Samuel D. Medina (Elizabeth), and Lillian Medina. She took...

William Louis Varaso

William Louis Varaso

Jul 24, 2024

William Louis Varaso passed away peacefully in Philadelphia on July 24, 2024. Loving husband to the late Anna Simpson. A proud Navy veteran, William served from 1955 to 1959. He retired from Tastykake Bakery, where he spent many dedicated years. He is predeceased by his brothers  Franny  Varaso, Johnny  Varaso and his sister Beatrice (Varaso) Barrella. William is survived...

Catherine C. Mariani

Catherine C. Mariani

Jul 22, 2024

Catherine C. Mariani (nee McGarrey), passed away on July 22, 2024 at the age of 92.  Loving wife of the late Richard E. Mariani.  Mother of Richard P. Mariani and Gregory A. Mariani.  Also survived by her grandchildren Brianna and Jordyn Mariani. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday, July 31, 2024 from 9:30-10:45 A.M. at St....

Charles "Charlie" H. Kohler, Jr.

Charles "Charlie" H. Kohler, Jr.

Jul 22, 2024

Charles H. Kohler, Jr. died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on July 22, 2024.

Charlie is predeceased by his wife Ann Kohler (nee Shea), sister Gail Samsel, brother Andy Koher and Teddy Samsel, his mother Alice Samsel and father Charles H. Kohler, Sr. He is survived by his wife of 39...

Rita M. Daukaus

Rita M. Daukaus

Jul 21, 2024

Rita M. Daukaus passed away at the age of 85 on July 21, 2024.  Beloved wife of the late Ronald Daukaus, Sr.  Devoted mother of Christine Deck (Gary), Ronald Daukaus, Jr. (Judith), Joseph Daukaus (Lisa), Jennifer Brooks (Jerry) and Daniel Daukaus.  Dear Mom-Mom of Ronald, III (Lori), Taylor (Robert), Michele, Rebecca, Abigail, Eric, Logan, Lauren (Josh) and Lee.  Gigi...

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