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Robert L. Nagle, Sr.

Robert L. Nagle, Sr.

Jul 18, 2011

beloved husband of the late Nancy F., devoted father of Kelly, Karen Snyder (Brian), Richard and the late Robert L. Jr.; also survived by 8 grandchildren James, Robert, Breanna, Richard, Jordyn, Alex, Jake, Emily and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Saturday 9AM Christ the King Church, Chesterfield Rd. and Morrell Ave. Phila., followed...

James J. Steger, Sr.

James J. Steger, Sr.

Jul 17, 2011

At the age of 69. Loving husband of the late Catherine (nee Marchino). Devoted father of James, Jr. (Maria), Cheryl Hayes (Marc), and Michael (Nickole). Pop-pop to 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Also survived by his one brother and 2 sisters. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday 10-11:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave....

Anna C. Gallagher (Nee Kelly)

Anna C. Gallagher (Nee Kelly)

Jul 16, 2011

Suddenly at the age of 73. Beloved wife of William E. Sr. Devoted mother of John (Maryanne), William E. Jr. (Gabrielle), Patrick (Mary), Maureen (Mark) Mastropietro, Nancy (Henry) Couchara and Steven (Dawn). Also survived by 12 loving grandchildren, one great granddaughter and dear sister of Mary (Joseph) Molloy. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday Eve 6-9PM at...

Elizabeth Silverstein-Morris (Nee Epp)

Elizabeth Silverstein-Morris (Nee Epp)

Jul 15, 2011

At the age of 83. Loving wife of the late Martin; devoted mother of Michael, John, Geraldine, Lorraine, Dawn and the late Norman and David. Loving grandmom of 8 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Eileen. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday 9-10:45am at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed...

John "Yangs" Mccafferty

John "Yangs" Mccafferty

Jul 14, 2011

Suddenly at the age of 45. Loving son of Veronica A. McCafferty (nee McCandless). Dear brother of Barbara (Dennis) Gault, William (Veronica M.) McCafferty and the late Daniel McCafferty. Also survived by many aunts, uncles. nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday 8:30AM at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 701 Gaul St. (at Berks...

Joseph M. Burke

Joseph M. Burke

Jul 14, 2011

At the age of 78. Loving father of Catherine, Kelly, Joseph, Peter and the late Susan. Dear Pop Pop of Joseph, Christopher, Patrick, Kelsey, Bria, Caitlin, Kierstin and the late Raymond and one great grandchild, Ian. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday 9-10:45 A.M. at Calvary Chapel of Phila., 13500 Philmont Ave., Phila., PA 19116 followed by...

Julia Hinchliffe

Julia Hinchliffe

Jul 14, 2011

Formerly of Philadelphia. Passed away in Ft. Myers, FL. Wife of the late Robert Sr., beloved mother of Robert Jr. (Phyllis) and the late Richard. Dear sister of Catherine and Caroline; she is also survived by her sister-in-law, Janice Hinchliffe. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Tuesday 11:00 am BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant...

James J. Dougherty

James J. Dougherty

Jul 13, 2011

At the age of 76. Beloved husband of Patricia A. (nee McKnight). Devoted father of Patricia A. (Mark) Mungan and Susan (John) Mazzei. Loving grandfather of Alison and Emily Mungan. Dear brother of Patricia (Thomas) Fitzpatrick and Helene Menzes. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Sunday Eve 7-9 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of...

Norma M. Graham (Nee Scott)

Norma M. Graham (Nee Scott)

Jul 13, 2011

After a long fight with breast cancer. Loving wife, friend and soul mate of Franny; beloved mother of Chris Palmer and Nicole; stepmother of Frank (Michelle) and Jeffrey; step-grandmother of Breanna and Frankie. Survived by her sisters, Pat Kelly and Barbara Graham (Bill); also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. She was the daughter of the late Norman...

Paul Stales, Sr.

Paul Stales, Sr.

Jul 12, 2011

Suddenly at the age of 63. A retired employee of the U.S. Mint. Beloved husband of Sheila (nee Miller). Loving father of Paul Jr., Billy, Danny, Kristy and Nicky. Dear grandfather of Paul III, Billy III, Shane, Hannah and Kaylee Elizabeth. Also survived by one brother Steve (Joan), 2 brothers-in-law Joseph (Trudy) and Jack Miller. Relatives and friends are invited...

Jennifer C. Roman (Nee Culp)

Jennifer C. Roman (Nee Culp)

Jul 11, 2011

An Emmy Award winning professional in the area of Sports Production for the Flyers and Phillies. Loving wife of Michael. Dedicated mother of Michael Robert and Allison Katherine. Daughter of Robert and Kathleen Culp. Sister of Maggy Culp, Kate Knowski, and Emily Culp. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday evening, 6-9 P.M. and Friday morning, 8-8:45 A.M....

James J. Mcintyre

James J. Mcintyre

Jul 10, 2011

Beloved husband of Dorothy (nee Burns), devoted father of James I. (Joan) and Robert J., dear pop pop of Jenna, loving son of Margaret and the late Ira; also survived by his brother Robert (Pat). Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday 9-10:45 AM at Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.) followed by his...

Margaret L. Tully (Nee Reilly)

Margaret L. Tully (Nee Reilly)

Jul 7, 2011

Resided in Far Northeast Philadelphia, passed away in Doylestown on July 7, 2011 at the age of 90. Wife of the late Frederick J. Tully; mother of Patricia Anne Wood; grandmother of Courtney Tully Wood; she was preceded in death by her 3 brothers, Donald, Joseph, and George. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Viewing on Friday evening,...

Helen C. Murphy (Nee Gillespie)

Helen C. Murphy (Nee Gillespie)

Jul 6, 2011

Wife of the late William. Beloved mother of Kathleen (Richard) DeRose, Gerard (Sandy), Michael (Lisa), Colleen McGarry and the late Brian and Maureen. Loving grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 8. Also survived by her sister-in-law Elizabeth Gillespie. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Monday 9am St. Dominic Church 8401 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19136 followed by...

John F. Hess

John F. Hess

Jul 6, 2011

After a long battle with cancer. He was a decorated Marine, who served during the Vietnam War. Beloved husband of Eileen (nee Kane). Loving father of Thomas Kane (Rosemary), Karen Tasker (Jason), Catherine (Patrick Murphy), and Regina (Ruben Ramos). Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, his father Joseph H. (the late Catherine), and 1 brother Joseph T. (the...

John M. Bennis, Jr.

John M. Bennis, Jr.

Jul 4, 2011

Loving husband of the late Miriam (nee Kelly). Father of the late Deborah St. Germain; 2 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Dear brother of Joan Baran and Edward F. (Joan). Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday 9 A.M. to 10:45 A.M. St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave, Phila., PA...

Sylvia M. Senior (Nee Vincent)

Sylvia M. Senior (Nee Vincent)

Jul 4, 2011

At the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late George; devoted mother of David L. (Georgena), Mark G. (Jeanne) and Michael (Denise); also survived by 6 loving grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and one sister, Janet Vincent. Services and Interment are private at the families request.

George J. Stocklin

George J. Stocklin

Jul 2, 2011

At the age of 63. Beloved husband of Helen (nee Riley), devoted father of George W. and William B., loving Pop Pop of Liam, Gabriella and Jennifer. Dear brother of 9 brothers and 4 sisters. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday Eve 7-9pm BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) and Wed 8-9:15am followed...

William J. Burckhardt (Uncle Bill)

William J. Burckhardt (Uncle Bill)

Jul 2, 2011

Suddenly on July 2, 2011 at the age of 66. Son of the late William and Elizabeth (Kuhar). Loving brother of Charles, Joseph (Maryann), Joann (John) Norris. Also survived by his beloved friend Dolores and many nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends and employees of the American Red Cross are invited to his Viewing on Thursday 10-11:45...

Mary Flynn-Fields

Mary Flynn-Fields

Jul 1, 2011

Mary passed away at the young age of 62 on July 1, 2011 after a long struggle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving daughters Shannon, Mignon, Jennifer, Kristen, and Ashley. She is also survived by 10 loving grandchildren. Mary was born in Fishtown and was a member of Holy Name of Jesus R.C. Church. A graduate of Hallahan...

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