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Mary A. Sitler (Nee Borrelli)
Aug 14, 2011
SITLER MARY A. (nee Borrelli) entered her heavenly reward on Sunday, August 14, 2011, after a long struggle with cancer. Beloved wife of 51 years to Charles, dear mother of Lori Sitler and her husband Stephen Cordano and Valerie Rauch and her husband Mark, much loved Grammy to Michael, Justin, Matthew, Christian and Timothy, dear sister of Sena, Frances, John,...
Dorothy A. Maikner (Nee Nixon)
Aug 14, 2011
After a long illness at the age of 58. Beloved wife of Joseph; devoted mother of Tammy (Jeff); loving grandmother of Thomas, Billy, Bobby, Brian and Brittany; one great grandson, Nathan; daughter of Mary Kulb; also survived by brothers and one sister. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday 7-9 pm at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankfrod Ave....
Richard J. Darby
Aug 13, 2011
Richard passed away December 25, 2010. He was an army Veteran, retired Philadelphia Firefighter and owner of an Auto Repair Shop in Philadelphia. Relatives and friends are invited to call Saturday August 13, 2011 - 11 a.m at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed by his Funeral Service 12 noon. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery
Frances Antoniale
Aug 12, 2011
Passed away peacefully August 12, 2011 at the age of 84. She is the loving sister of Mary Gazzara, Dorothy Kelley and the late Pierena Bright. Beloved aunt of Thomas Bright (Ann) Joseph Gazzara (Sue), Vince Gazzara (Marlene), Carol McCarthy (Tom), Floyd Kelly, Judy Mackenzie (Scott), Daniel Kelley (Lauren) and the late Georgianna Bright. Also survived by many great nieces...
Ann Marie "Nancy" Farrell (Nee Groves)
Aug 11, 2011
Suddenly at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Luke J. Farrell Jr., devoted mother of Kathleen (John) Gorden, Mary E., Joseph L. and Luke J. III (Josephine), also survived by 7 loving grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Sr. Mary Groves, O.P., Elizabeth McGlinchey, Sr., Kathleen Groves, S.S.N.D., Rose Clair Buffington and the late Richard...
Nancy L. Foster
Aug 10, 2011
Nancy was a retired health and physical education teacher and coach for 30 yrs. at Girls H.S. in Philadelphia. She also had a passion for raising and showing Afghan dogs, which resulted in several champions. Nancy was active with E.C.W. (Episcopal Church Women) of All Saints Episcopal Church and has traveled the world since her retirement. She is survived by...
Rita T. Salmon (Nee Opet)
Aug 9, 2011
Beloved wife of the late Elmer, loving mother of Paulette, Kevin (Maureen), Keith, and Elsie Weston (Thomas); also survived by 11 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and her cousin Katie Smith. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday 9 AM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.) followed by her Memorial Service 11 AM.
Genevieve Dawicki (Nee Karwowski)
Aug 7, 2011
Wife of the late Joseph. Mother of Ronald. Sister of Sophie Morlock. Loving aunt of Phyllis Perro and Lorraine Jackson. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday, 9 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.), Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment St. Dominic Cemetery.
Joan M. Weber (Nee Kadelski)
Aug 7, 2011
Loving wife of William "Wally". Beloved mother of William, Jr. (Nancy), Michele Delany (Tom), and Michael (Lori). Mom-mom of April, Bill, Laura, Luke, and Amelia. Sister of Marie (Mike), Robert (the late Alice), James (Annette), Patricia (Charles), and the late Edward. Also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday evening 7-9...
John A. Jordan
Aug 6, 2011
Father of Elizabeth and Katelyn Gross, beloved son of John R. and the late Marie, dear brother of Denise Garden, Cheryl Morrison, and Joseph Jordan (Jill); also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call Friday 9 AM Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. (at Fkd. Ave.) followed by his Memorial Service 11 AM....
Ann C. Pape (Nee Hoffman)
Aug 6, 2011
Wife of the late Steve, dear sister of Isabell, Marie, George, Jim and Joe. Services and Interment are Private for the Family.
Geraldine Kauf
Aug 5, 2011
Geraldine Kauf of Newtown died Friday at the Chandler Hall Hospice in Newtown. She was 79. Born in Trenton, N.J., she had resided in this area all of her life. A wonderful homemaker, she would always spread love and joy. She was a member of the Bristol Jewish Center. She was a former member of Congregation Beth El of Levittown....
James William Hampson
Aug 4, 2011
A resident of Philadelphia. Beloved husband of Catherine (nee Root). Devoted father of 4 children. He is also survived by his 2 sisters, 10 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Relatives and friends are invited to Call Monday, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.), Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment...
Mary E. Bocchino (Nee Vadino)
Aug 3, 2011
Wife of the late Louis. Loving mother of Madeline Tevin (John) and Josephine Pisoni (Tony). Mom-mom of Gina, Maria, Tim, Joey, and Nicole. Great grandmother of Alyssa, Blake, Taylor, Anthony, Nicholas, Sydney, and Charles. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday, 10 A.M. at Christ the King Church, 3252 Chesterfield Rd. (at Morrell Ave.), Phila., PA 19114. Funeral...
Alfred (Fred) Dybalski
Aug 3, 2011
At the age of 86. Beloved husband of Betsy A. (nee Silverman); devoted father of Bonnie Smith (Mark), Andrew (Candi), Keith and the late Frederick; also survived by 7 grandchildren. Relatives and friends and members of S.M.W.A. Local 19 are invited to his Viewing and Funeral Saturday 9:30-10:45 a.m. BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed...
Joseph M. Krupsky
Aug 3, 2011
A retired member of the I.L.A. Loving husband of Maryann (nee Troendle). Beloved father of Diane Figorski (Leonard), Stephen (Jane), and Thomas (Gina). Also survived by 4 granddaughters, 1 brother John, and 1 sister Mary. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday, 9-10:15 A.M. at St. Jerome Church, 8100 Colfax St., Phila., PA 19136. Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M....
Concetta Depaolo (Nee Caprara)
Aug 1, 2011
Wife of the late Joseph Sr., loving mother of Joseph Jr. (Sally, nee Doyle), Charles (the late Patricia, nee McAllister), Barbara (John) Gioia, and Lorraine St. George. Grandmother of 11, great grandmother of 14. Also survived by one great great grandson , one brother Victor (Edna) Caprara and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing...
Mary Ann Dougherty (Nee Lesinski)
Jul 26, 2011
Wife of the late Joseph B., beloved mother of Edward J. (Susan) and Richard C., loving grandmother of Andrew, Kaitlyn, Jacob, Aidan and Emma. Dear sister of Theresa, Frances, Gloria, Sonny, Tommy, Edgie and Cindy. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing on Friday 7-9 PM and Saturday 8:30-9:30 AM at BURNS...
Leonard J. Merschen
Jul 26, 2011
At the age of 81. Loving husband of the late Elizabeth (nee Kemble). Devoted father of Jane Stride (Charles) and Leona Woodleigh (Reginald), dear grandfather of Charles Jr., Michael, Lisa, Stacy, Heather, Mary, Jessica and 18 great grandchildren. Also survived by companion, his dog Bridgette. Relatives and friends to his Viewing Eve 7-9 PM and Saturday 9:15-10:15am BURNS FUNERAL HOME...
Michael Blyzniuk
Jul 26, 2011
Surrounded by his loving family. Michael was a proud Marine and served his country during the Koran War. He was employed at the American Can Co. for over 40 years. Beloved husband and best friend of 62 years to Mary (nee Costello). Devoted father of Mimi (Dennis) Doyne, Michele (James) Tanghe, Patrice (Michael) Blancuzzi, Joette (Michael) Ruk, Michael (JeongSun), John...
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