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Virginia "Virg" D. Johansen (Nee Peyton)

Virginia "Virg" D. Johansen (Nee Peyton)

Feb 11, 2012

Wife of the late Raymond, beloved mother of Ginger Weston, Eileen Brown, Marian Dove, John Fleming and Kathy Villano (the late Billy); also survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren, two brothers and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday Eve. 7-9 PM and Wednesday 8:30-9:15 AM at the BURNS FUNERAL HOME 1514 Woodbourne...

Joseph Hnosko, Sr.

Joseph Hnosko, Sr.

Feb 10, 2012

At the age of 55. Loving husband of Donna (nee Buckley), devoted father of Lauren and Joseph Jr., dear brother of Albert (Lorraine) and the late Stephen; also survived by his sisters-in-law Debbie Kucowski (Michael) and Donna, brother-in-law Robert Buckley (Joanne), and by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday 9-10:45AM at BURNS FUNERAL...

Vincent M. Regan

Vincent M. Regan

Feb 9, 2012

At the age of 88. He was a WWII Veteran 299th Combat Engineer, Normandy and Central Europe, The Ardenness. He also was a member of Teamsters Local 107. Loving husband of Rita (nee McPeak), devoted father of Vincent (Terry), Patrick (Karen), Rita Crumlish, Michael (Mary Lou), John (Christine) and Maureen Jordan (Dan). Dear Pop of 23 grandchildren and 19 great...

Adeline Royds (Nee Cornell)

Adeline Royds (Nee Cornell)

Feb 8, 2012

At the age of 91. Beloved wife of Fred Royds, Jr.; devoted mother of Steven (Susan) Royds; adored Mom Mom of Sarah; dear sister of Patricia (Michael Sr.) Fischetti; sister-in-law of Luther (Jane) Royds; cherished mother to her former daughter-in-law, Nicole Chabat. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Saturday 9-9:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave....

William "Billy" R. Coles, Jr.

William "Billy" R. Coles, Jr.

Feb 7, 2012

Suddenly at the age of 56. Born in Philadelphia and a member of Union Local 107. He worked for Bake Rite Food for 20 years and Penn Jersey Paper for the past 6 years. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Haeber). Loving father of Billy III, Amy, Ken, and Amanda. Son of William R. Coles, Sr. and the late Marie. Brother...

James A. Davis, Jr.

James A. Davis, Jr.

Feb 6, 2012

Suddenly February 6, 2012 Loving husband of Joanna (nee Brett). Beloved father of Susan Pettit (Timothy), Linda Demshock (Jeff), James A., III (Stacey), Kathryn Shick (Greg), and Matthew. Pop-pop of Lauren, Julie, Brett, Steven, Daniel, and James, IV. All services and interment are private at the family's request. Donations in his memory to Local 22 Widow's Fund, 415 N. 5th...

John P. Hamilton

John P. Hamilton

Feb 5, 2012

Loving husband of Catherine. Beloved father of John, Kathleen Hays, Robert, Patricia, Joseph (Maureen), Richard (Sally), Rosemary, and the late Thomas. Also survived by 14 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, and 1 brother Michael. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Jerome Church, 8100 Colfax St., Phila., PA 19136. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Francis H. Hartman

Francis H. Hartman

Feb 5, 2012

Beloved husband of Barbara Ann E. (nee Press); devoted father of Tina Ward, Frankie, and Shirley. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 3 brothers, and 1 sister. Interment private.

Anthony J. Weber

Anthony J. Weber

Feb 5, 2012

Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Graul), devoted father of Anthony (Eileen), Susan Connell (Christopher), Theresa English (William), Kathleen Weber, Linda Weber, and William (Michelle); also survived by 7 grandchildren, his sisters Helen Hill, Virginia McCurdy, Rosemary Aquilino, and his brother Michael Weber. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday Evening 7 to 9 P.M. and also Thursday 8:30...

Agnes Smith (Nee Futak)

Agnes Smith (Nee Futak)

Feb 5, 2012

Agnes Smith (nee Futak) February 6, 2012, of the Fishtown Section of Phila., PA; wife of the late Steve Smith, beloved mother of Dr. Stephen and Gary (Marlene) and grandmother of Samantha. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday Evening 7 to 9 P.M. and also Friday 8:00 to 9:15 A.M. at Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E. Columbia...

Anna "Sis" Merriman

Anna "Sis" Merriman

Feb 4, 2012

Beloved daughter of the late James and Catherine; loving sister of Margaret Papaleo and the late James, Leonard and Laura, dear aunt of many nieces and nephews, also survived by her faithful friend Nugget. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Wednesday 9 A.M Mater Dolorosa Church, 1676 Ruan Street, Phila, PA 19124 followed by her Funeral Mass 10...

Dorothy M. Koslosky (Nee Brand)

Dorothy M. Koslosky (Nee Brand)

Feb 4, 2012

Beloved wife of the late Charles T., loving mother of Charles (the late Deborah) and Robert (Veronica). Devoted grandmother of Jeffrey (Liz), Lisa, Daniel, Brian, Christine, Jamie, and Matthew, great grandmother of Maggie and Andrew, dear sister of Jack (Joan) Brand. Relatives, friends, and members of OLC Seniors #2 are invited to her viewing Wednesday 8:30AM to 9:45 A.M. Our...

William F. Iepson, Jr.

William F. Iepson, Jr.

Feb 3, 2012

William F. Iepson, Jr. of Warrington, PA, formerly of Bensalem, PA, died suddenly Feb. 3, 2012. Son of the late William F. and Esther (nee Cahill) Iepson, Sr., he faithfully served his country as sergeant, United States Air Force, 6924th Security Squadron, in Vietnam. Lovingly survived by wife Patricia (nee Quinn), sisters Tracy Quick and Tonya Iepson, and many nieces,...

Helen D. Trumbauer (Nee Hickey)

Helen D. Trumbauer (Nee Hickey)

Feb 3, 2012

Beloved wife of Clifford R.; devoted mother of Karon, Jimbo (Leeann), Chris (Lisa), John (Paula), Jennifer, Irene (Kevin) and Joseph; also survived by 9 grandchildren. Service and Interment private.

Joseph E. Glenn

Joseph E. Glenn

Feb 3, 2012

Served in the U.S. Navy during WWII aboard the U.S.S. Cabot. Loving husband of Toni. Beloved father of Thomas (Anne), Luann Clerkin (the late Michael), Leslie Glenn (Ray), and the late Joseph. Loving grandfather of Keith, Tara, Joey, Amanda, Nickolas, Gabrielle, Jessica, and the late Lauren. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing...

Shawn T. Mccloskey

Shawn T. Mccloskey

Feb 1, 2012

Loving wife of Bernard, Jr. Beloved mother of Katie McCloskey (Brandon), Bernard, III, Brendan, Sean, Brett, Melanie, and Molly. Grammy of Colin and Steven. Devoted daughter of Nancy Lally (Mick), and Thomas Griffies (Linda). Sister of Erin (Mike), Megan (Bob), Kelly (Chris), Michael (Stacy), Matthew (Chrystal), and Thomas (Melissa). Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends...

Bruce A. Detharidge, Sr.

Bruce A. Detharidge, Sr.

Jan 31, 2012

Suddenly at the age of 47. Loving father of Bruce (Tiffany), Michael, and Christina. Devoted Pop Pop to Michael, Brooke, Thomas, Hayden, and Adrianna. Dear brother Cindy, Karen and Ron. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Saturday 10:30 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 1428 E. Columbia Ave. (at Fkd. Ave) Phila., PA 19125 followed by his funeral Service...

Alice M. Hill-Kaminski (Nee Cannon)

Alice M. Hill-Kaminski (Nee Cannon)

Jan 31, 2012

At the age of 82. Beloved wife of Adam Hill. Besides her husband, she is survived by her children, Helen Ovecka (Emil), Jerry Kaminski (Terry), Alice Kaminski (Diana), Maryann O'Rourke (Kevin), Dr. Joanne Kaminski, Maga Perla (Victor), Michael Kaminski (Eileen), Chrissy Dempsey (Jeff); stepdaughter, Eileen Devlin (Frank); a stepson, Dennis Hill, 13 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews....

John H. Gaffney

John H. Gaffney

Jan 31, 2012

Relatives and friends are invited to call Saturday 9 to 10:45 AM St. Hilary Church, 820 Susquehanna Rd., Rydal, PA., followed by his Funeral Mass 11:00 AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Dominic F. Scirrotto

Dominic F. Scirrotto

Jan 30, 2012

Suddenly at the age of 72. Loving husband of Theresa (nee Charlton) and the late Mary Ellen (nee Sulimay). Devoted father of Dominic, Anthony, Paul, David and Nichole. Dear Pop of 13 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, one sister Lucy Jowett; also survived by his large extended loving family. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday Evening 7-9...

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