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Robert C. Barber
Apr 4, 2011
A proud Marine Veteran of the Korean War. Dearest husband and best friend of Joan (nee Foster). Beloved father of Robert (Mary Beth), James (Nancy), Joanne McArdle (Kevin), Marita, and Christopher (Stacey). Preceded in death by baby Joseph. Proud pop-pop of Katie, Rosemary, Anna, Jimmy, Sean, Ryan, Meghan, Marykate, Erin, Brianna, Brendan, Timothy, and Elizabeth. Brother of Francis, Harry, and...
Dolores M. Rosemery
Apr 4, 2011
Daughter of the late Leo and Agnes (nee Neary) Rosemery. Sister of the late Leo A. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday, 9 A.M. at St. Martha Church, 11031 Academy Rd., Phila., PA 19154. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment Our Lady of Grace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the above mentioned church would be appreciated.
Isabel M. Wilson
Apr 4, 2011
Wife of the late Charles, devoted mother of Donna Hamilton (Weston), Stephen Wilson, Kenneth Wilson, Deborah Parker (John), Charles Wilson (Jackie) and Kevin Wilson; also survived by 10 grandchildren and four great grandchildren; dear sister of William, Thomas, and the late John, Michael, and Kathleen. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday 9AM Holy Name of Jesus Church,...
Domenic Procaccino
Apr 4, 2011
Beloved husband of Teresa (nee Boyd), loving father of Domenic S. Sr. (Malinda), Daniel (Amy) and Joseph (Julie Ann); also survived by six granchildren Anthony, Domenic S Jr., Luke, Nicholas, Jack and Samantha, his brother Rosario and his sisters Nancy, Molly and Susan. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Thursday Eve. 7-9PM and also Friday 8-9:15AM, Burns Funeral...
Viola M. Bartkow (Nee Mcgrath)
Mar 31, 2011
At the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Andrew, dear sister of Leonard (Helen) McGrath; also survived by 2 loving nieces Maureen Mooney and Rita Altomari and her special cousin Laura Francis. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday 9 AM. St. Jerome Church, 8100 Colfax St. (at Stamford St.) Phila., PA 19136 followed by her...
Michael Patrick Cunningham
Mar 31, 2011
Husband of the late Grace Eileen (nee Jeffrey); loving father of Sharon Hammitt and Lora Hynes; also survived by 3 grandchildren, Justin, Kaitlyn, and Shannon. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday 9 AM BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed by his Service of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Interment Our Lady of Grace...
Verna I. Defonteny, R.N. (Nee Custard)
Mar 31, 2011
Beloved wife of 67 years to Paul A. Devoted mother of Carol A. Nyzio (James), Paulette Cunningham (Paul), Helene Childress (the late William), and Brian (Cheri); also survived by 8 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren. Relatives, friends and members of the Legion of Mary are invited to her Funeral Wednesday, 10 A.M., St. Matthew Church (upper church), 3000 Cottman Ave....
Donald J. Biehl
Mar 31, 2011
Husband of the late Barbara. Loving father of Barbara Eisenmann. Grandfather of Tom and the late John Eisenmann. Brother of Ken, Frank, Bunny, Nancy, and Alice. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday, 9-10:45 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...
James E. Gillespie
Mar 29, 2011
Loving husband of Debbie (nee Griffin). Beloved father of James (Alicia) and Courtney. Pop-pop of Jimmy, Jr. and Gryphen. Brother of Billy. Will be sadly missed by his extended family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Sunday evening, 6-9 P.M. and Monday morning, 8:30-9:00 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.)....
James J. Diamond
Mar 29, 2011
Joseph J. Diamond, age 64, of Fairless Hills, passed away at Vitas Hospice of Philadelphia March 29, 2011, peacefully and surrounded by his loved ones, after his courageous battle with lung cancer. He was a Marine Corp Veteran of the Vietnam War. He loved music and playing guitar with his friends. Joe was a huge Phillies Phan. He is survived...
Clara "Claire" M. Felicione (Nee Edwards)
Mar 27, 2011
Loving wife of John. Adoring mother of John, Michael (Jennifer), James (Tracey), Robert (Gloria), Kimberly (John) Nickels. Grandmother of Mike Jr., Lisa, Elizabeth, Meghan, Rachel, Tessa, Danielle, Karisa, Jessica, Brody and Colin. Sister of Helen Simmons of So. Pasadena, CA. and the late Joan Gerstemeier. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (nee...
George William Butcher
Mar 27, 2011
Born January 25, 1925 Le Mars, Iowa Passed away March 27, 2011 at St. Mary's Hospital He was 86. He was a retired employee of S.K.F. He was a member of Moose Lodge #1169, Bucks County, V.F.W. (Life Member) Post 6495. American Legion Post 0834, 40 and 8 Local 929 Fraternal Order of Eagles, 2489, Knights of Columbus Council 4215...
Kenneth P. Creech
Mar 26, 2011
Loving husband of Carolyn R. (nee DiMassa). Devoted father of Timothy P. (Laetitia), Andrew J. (Janet) and the late Paul A. Two grandchildren Sabrina and Anthony. Brother of Jerry and the late Michael. Also survived by a large extended loving family. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday 10 AM - 10:45 AM. St. Katherine of Siena Church...
Eleanor J. Parfitt (Nee Gahan)
Mar 26, 2011
At the age of 83. Beloved wife of the late Harry W. Sr., devoted mother of Harry W. Jr. (Sherrie), Patti (Robert) Heinzeroth and James W. (Maureen), loving grandmother of Kathleen, Harry III, Kevin, Drew, Jill, Marisa, James Jr., and Gregory. Great grandmother of Paige, Ryan, Connor, Danielle and Jimmy; dear sister of Dorothy Hendri. Relatives and friends are invited...
Ronald M. Nicgorski
Mar 24, 2011
Beloved husband of the late Joan S. (nee Wilks), devoted father of Tina and Ron Jr., dear papa of Desiree and Paige Cudeyro; also survived by his brother Wallace Nicgorski and his sister Anita Latosh. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Thursday Evening 7-9PM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.) and also Friday 9:30AM...
Mary E. Vaughn (Nee Mcloughlin)
Mar 23, 2011
Beloved wife of the late Matthew F. Vaughn. Devoted mother of Mary Ann, Matthew, Claire, Maureen and John (Eileen). Also survived by 13 loving grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and one sister Sara Gushue. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday 9 A.M. St. Martha Church, 11321 Academy Rd. (south of Comly Rd.) followed by her Funeral Mass 10...
Robert "Bob" S. Strzelecki
Mar 23, 2011
Suddenly March 23, 2011 age 60. Beloved son of the late Stanley and Margaret (nee Yoast) Loving brother of John (Carole), Francis (Liz), Kathleen (Jay) Costello. Dear uncle of Christy, Frankie, Bobby, Michael, Mikey, JayJay, Kim and Kyle. Bob was an avid Phillies fan and also a music lover. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Monday 8:30-10:30...
William "Billy" Cusack
Mar 22, 2011
Loving son of Frank and Barbara (nee Pyffer). Devoted brother of Jacqueline Tenura (Al), Kasey and Kelly. Dear grandson of Adele and the late Robert and Catherine Pyffer, and William. Also survived by a large, extended, loving family. Billy was a parishoner of St. Jerome Church. A graduate of Father Judge H.S., Class of 2004. Relatives and friends are invited...
William L. Huffman, Jr.
Mar 22, 2011
Loving husband of Agnes (nee Winton). Survived by 25 grandchildren, his brother Chip (Lois) and his sister Jackie. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday, 9:30-11:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.). Funeral Service 12 P.M.
Elaine R. Gordon
Mar 22, 2011
Beloved mother of Mary Lawson (Mike) and Elizabeth Gaughan (Deano). Dear step-mother of Michael, Kevin, Lori, and the late Gregory. Loving aunt of Bettianne and Charles. Grandmom of Mary, Adam, Michael, and Kate. Great grand-mom of Lucas Michael. Also survived by many great nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Saturday afternoon, 2 to 3:45 P.M.,...
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