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Caroline "Carrie" S. Shackleton (Nee Steiger)

Caroline "Carrie" S. Shackleton (Nee Steiger)

Nov 3, 2010

At the age of 103. Devoted wife of the late John D., dear mother of the late J. Douglas, sister of the late William, Anne, and Robert Steiger, lovingly cared for by daughter-in-law Anne Shackleton (nee McNally); also survived by loving grandchildren, John, Susan, James, Kenneth and Raymond and numerous great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Relatives...

Theresa Jackson

Theresa Jackson

Nov 3, 2010

Passed away suddenly November 3, 2010, at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, PA. A family member of the Delta Community since 1995, she was adopted by the Jackson Family. A graduate of Pennsbury High School, she enjoyed working at Growth Horizons Workship, spending time with her friends, traveling, and being active in her church. She will be deeply missed...

Paul G. Montford

Paul G. Montford

Nov 2, 2010

Loving husband of Frances; devoted father of Brian and Nick; also survived by 4 brothers. Preceded in death by one sister. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday morning, 8-9:45 A.M. at Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024 Knights Rd., Phila., PA 19154. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Interment Our Lady of Grace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family...

Eleanor Revak (Nee Kratz)

Eleanor Revak (Nee Kratz)

Nov 2, 2010

Beloved wife of the late Edward P.  Devoted mother of Connie (Richard) Mazzeo.  Loving grandmother of Rich.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday evening, 6 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1514 Woodbourne Rd., Levittown, PA 19057, followed by her Memorial Prayer Service at 7 P.M.  Interment private.  Family prefers donations to Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon...

Leslie E. Evans

Leslie E. Evans

Nov 2, 2010

The Reverend, Leslie E. Evans of Bristol Twp., PA., passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness Nov. 2nd, 2010 at Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol, PA. Leslie was born in Bethlehem, PA., attended Shimer College and was a graduate of Temple University School of Nursing and was also a graduate of The Lutheran Theological Seminary of Philadelphia and became an...

John "Jack" Murphy

John "Jack" Murphy

Nov 1, 2010

At the age of 74. Beloved husband of 51 years to Patricia A. (nee O'Rourke). Devoted father of Michael "B.J.", John J., Maggy Durst, and Danielle (Tom) Hall. Loving grandfather of Kelsey Marie, Michaeleen, John J. "Jake", Thomas, Daniel, and Michael Patrick. Dear brother of Grace, Donald, Kenneth, Dennis, and the late Stephen and Edward. Also survived by his sister-in-law...

Celina Nitka (Nee Kowalska)

Celina Nitka (Nee Kowalska)

Nov 1, 2010

Mrs. Nitka went to join her daughter, who passed on March 14, 2010. Husband of Joseph who passed in 1999. She is survived by her sons Ben (Halina) and Jerry (Rosemarie). Dear Babcia of four grandkids and six great grandkids. Mrs. Nitka worked as a housekeeper at the University of Pennsylvania. Relatives and friends are invited to her Memorial Mass...

Jeffrey Paul Younger

Jeffrey Paul Younger

Oct 31, 2010

Son of the late Richard A. Sr. and Frances Younger, loving brother of Richard A. Younger, Jr. (Julia), and Carolyn Montgomery (Stan); also survived by his niece Lauren (Josh) and his nephews Richard III (Victoria) and Christopher. Relatives and friends are invited to call Friday 10-11:15 A.M. at Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.) followed by...

Frances Marian Hansberry

Frances Marian Hansberry

Oct 31, 2010

Mrs. Frances Marian Hansberry age 84 of McMinnville, TN, died Sunday, October 31, 2010, at her residence. She was born on September 20, 1926, in Philadelphia, PA, was a retired switchboard operator with Sears & Roebuck Company, and a member of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. Mrs. Hansberry was preceded in death by parents James Harper and Hazel Isabelle...

Thomas D. Mezico

Thomas D. Mezico

Oct 29, 2010

Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Devlin); devoted father of Patti Naples, Michelle Andrulonis, Tracy Mundy (David); also survived by four grandchildren Tristan, Amanda, Colin, Jordan, one great grandson Jackson, his sister Peggy Stuart, his brother Steve Mezico and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday 8:30 - 11:15 A.M. at Burns Funeral Home, 9708...

Nellie J. Zach

Nellie J. Zach

Oct 28, 2010

Preceded in death by her husband Joseph. Mother of Florence Gawronski (John), Mary Ann Skirpan (Frank), and Joseph Zach, Jr. Survived by her loving sister and caretaker Anna Golic. Grandmother of Karen Frank (David), Elaine Petruzzelli (Carmen), Frank Skirpan (Melissa), Denise Hampshire (Robert), Kristen Worthington (Charles), and Joseph Zach, III. Great grandmother of David, Andrew, Giovanni, Eric, Greyson, Jordis, Destynee,...

Anthony Ford Kidd

Anthony Ford Kidd

Oct 28, 2010

Devoted father of Jaelyn. Beloved son of Arline J. Paczewski- Kidd (Donald). Grandson of Arline J. Kidd; brother of Nicholas. Nephew of Wallace Kidd, Paula Lardani, and Tracey Hayes. Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Tuesday evening 6 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. (at Frankford Ave.), followed by his funeral Service 8 P.M. Interment...

Herbert F. Szatkowski

Herbert F. Szatkowski

Oct 27, 2010

Herbert F. Szatkowski, of Richboro, passed away October 27, 2010. Herbert was a WWII Navy Veteran serving on the USS Panamint. He was a former resident of Brigantine and a member of the Brigantine Elks Club. Herbert was also an avid fisherman. Husband of the late Loretta (nee Grabinska). Loving father of Thomas (Vicky), Richard (Marilyn), and Michael (Melanie). Pop-pop...

Hugh D. Sweeney, Sr.

Hugh D. Sweeney, Sr.

Oct 25, 2010

Beloved husband of the late Sarah M. Loving father of Daniel (Joyce), Patrick (Melissa), Hugh, Jr. (Libby), and Martha Gawlinski (the late John). Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 1 sister Suzanne, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday morning, 9-11 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (S. of Grant Ave.)....

Dolores T. Smyth

Dolores T. Smyth

Oct 24, 2010

Beloved wife of the late John J., devoted mother of John Smyth, Linda Radcliff and her husband Jim, dear gram of Brittany and Ryen; also survived by her sister Mary Zuckswerdt, her brother George Schaefer and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday 9 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave.,...

Edwin "Breese" Breeser

Edwin "Breese" Breeser

Oct 24, 2010

Husband of the late Anne (nee Tittinger), devoted father of Richard (the late Mary), Robert (Maria), Gary (Diana) and Patricia Juszczuk (Mark); also survived by nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday 9 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave. Phila., followed by his Memorial Mass 10 A.M. Interment Resurrection...

Kathleen T. Mansfield (Nee Thomson)

Kathleen T. Mansfield (Nee Thomson)

Oct 23, 2010

Beloved wife of the late Harry W. Jr. Devoted mother of Lorraine (Donald) Logeman, Harry W. III (Kelly), Theresa Hall (Dominic) and Hettie (Kevin) Hanratty; also survived by 10 loving grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and dear sister of Donna Nagel. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday 9:30-10:45 A.M. at St. Michael Church, 1445 N. 2nd Street (at...

Thomas John Schneider, Jr.

Thomas John Schneider, Jr.

Oct 23, 2010

Loving husband of Christine Schweizer-Schneider. Devoted father of Christian. Also survied by his brothers Joseph, James and his sisters Deborah Burton and Ruth Ann Lally. Relatives and friends are invited to to his viewing Thursday 9:15-11 A.M. at St. Matthew's Church, 3300 Cottman Ave., Phila., PA 19149 followed by his Funeral Mass 11:15 A.M. Int. Private. In lieu of flowers,...

Jeanette Hirsch (Nee Snead)

Jeanette Hirsch (Nee Snead)

Oct 23, 2010

Beloved wife of the late Charles E. Devoted mother of Tracy McCool and the late Charles W. Hirsch. Loving mom-mom of Jade McCool. Cherished daughter of Edna Snead. Relatives and friends are invited to her Prayer Service Saturday PRECISELY at 12 Noon at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.). Immediately following the service, the family would...

Sharon L. Beaudet (Nee Mcardle)

Sharon L. Beaudet (Nee Mcardle)

Oct 22, 2010

Devoted mother of Melissa Beaudet, Crystal Bernsteel, and Robert Bernsteel. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 1 brother. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing and Funeral Friday, 9 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. (at Frankford Ave.). Funeral Service 11 A.M. Interment private.

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