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Christine T. Mikulsky

Christine T. Mikulsky

Dec 8, 2023

Christine T. Mikulsky (nee Nage) passed away December 8, 2023, after a brief illness.  Beloved wife of the late Stanley J. Mikulsky.  Devoted mother of David (Bridgette), Marc Beaver, Christine Casper (Scott), and Susan Sellecchia.  Loving grandmom of Joseph, Sage, David, Benjamin, Anthony, AJ, Annamarie, and Alyssa.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather Tuesday, December 19,...

Jane Elizabeth "Janie" Elliott

Jane Elizabeth "Janie" Elliott

Dec 8, 2023

Jane Elizabeth Elliott "Janie" passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 8, 2023. Loving mother of Zachary Grimes, Glenn A. Palaia Jr. (Josh Schofield), Steven W. Palaia, Thomas E. Palaia (Lauren), Dylan M. Palaia and Chloe Jane Palaia. Sister of Cookie Mahon (Andrea) (Timmy). She is also survived by her niece Juliet Clingan (Pete) and nephew Luke...

Thomas P. Heller, Sr.

Thomas P. Heller, Sr.

Dec 7, 2023

Thomas P. Heller Sr., passed away on December 7, 2023, at the age of 83. Beloved husband of the late Rosanna (nee Vozza) and Alice (nee Hensley). Loving father of Debbie Glennon (and the late Brian), Thomas P. Jr. (Stephanie) and Terence (Karen). Dear grandpop of Brittany (Walter), Kaitlin, Tommy III (Kamila) Amber and Brian Jr. great grandpop of...

Robert J. Becker

Robert J. Becker

Dec 7, 2023

Robert J. Becker, age 53, passed away suddenly on December 7, 2023.  Loving husband of Megan Littley.  Beloved son of Robert and Marie Becker.  Adored brother of James Becker (Jen), and Brian Becker (Joanne).  Also loved by his mother-in-law Emma Littley (the late Michael), sister-in-law Nancy Littley (Vincent).  He will also be sadly missed by his cat Snuggles.

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Robert F. Kelly

Robert F. Kelly

Dec 7, 2023

Robert F. Kelly, age 65, passed away on December 7, 2023.  Loving husband of Pamela (nee Funk).  Beloved father of Melissa Kelly, Michelle Kelly (Andrew Windland), and the late Matthew Kelly.  Adored Pop of Hailey Kelly, Maddison Kelly, Milo Shaw, and Philipp Shaw.  Brother of Patricia Hillis (John).  Also survived by his Goddaughter Kelly Hillis, great nephews Kyle Hillis...

Karen Ann Kornock

Karen Ann Kornock

Dec 6, 2023

Karen Ann Kornock, age 63, passed away suddenly on December 6, 2023 after a brief illness.  She was born September 3, 1960 in Philadelphia to Francis Lindsey (Scotty) and Carol Ann (Homan) Beckett.  Loving wife of Keith Kornock Sr.  Beloved mother of Keith Kornock Jr. (Sam), Justin Kornock, and Lynn Hartzell (Michael).  Adored grandma (G-ma) of Jake and Emma...

Charles P. Sitler

Charles P. Sitler

Dec 6, 2023

Charles P. Sitler passed away December 6, 2023, at the age of 90.  Beloved husband of the late Mary A. Sitler.  Devoted father of Lori Sitler and her husband Steve Cordano and Valerie Rauch and her husband Mark.  Loving Pop of Michael, Justin, Matthew, Christian, and Timothy.  Dear son of the late Charles and Helen Sitler and brother of...

Florence A. Gayowski

Florence A. Gayowski

Dec 6, 2023

Florence A. Gayowski (nee Matusik) formerly of Nicetown passed away on December 6, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Dear sister of the late Mary Pawluczyk , Frances Pronzato, John Juskow and Stanley Matusik. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Tuesday December 12, 2023 St. Martha Church 11391 Academy Rd. Phila. 19154 9am to 9:45am followed by...

Ruth Kauwling

Ruth Kauwling

Dec 4, 2023

Ruth Kauwling passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 4, 2023 at the age of 103. Beloved wife of the late George L. Kauwling. Loving mother of Robert (the late Cathy), Richard, and Wayne S. (Linda). Dear grandmom of Jennifer Raggio (Joseph), and Robert Kauwling, Jr; great grandmom of Joey Raggio. She is also survived...

Dorothy M. Mayberry (Nee Iehle)

Dorothy M. Mayberry (Nee Iehle)

Dec 3, 2023

Dorothy M. Mayberry (Iehle) passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 3, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Warren. Loving mom to the late Robin Holmes (Edwin). Cherished Grandmom to Daniel Holmes (Bridget) and Amanda Holmes (Thomas). Dear Nana to Skylar and Thomas Jr., (TJ). Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Tuesday,...

Carl F. Baehr, Iii

Carl F. Baehr, Iii

Dec 3, 2023

Carl F. Baehr, III passed away suddenly on December 3, 2023 at the age of 68. Beloved son of Margaret and the late Carl F. Baehr, Jr. Loving brother of William (Michele), Alice McLaughlin (Mike), Theodore (Deborah), Christopher (Aimee), and the late Margaret. He is also survived by his loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Robert Mccrane

Robert Mccrane

Dec 2, 2023

Robert McCrane "Bob" passed away December 2, 2023 at the age of 76. A US Army Veteran. Beloved son of the late Edmond and Anna Rose McCrane. Loving brother of Edmond (Kate), Vincent (Rosemarie), Anna Nolan (the late William), Michael (Ellen), Elizabeth Holder (Paul), and John (Kathleen). He is also survived by his loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and...

Nicole M. Iaquinto

Nicole M. Iaquinto

Dec 2, 2023

Nicole M. Iaquinto (Johnson) passed away at the age of 50, suddenly & peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife to Kenneth. Loving mom to Brett and stepmom to Alyssa. Beloved daughter of the late Ray & Sandra Johnson. Dear sister to Ray Johnson (Jennifer) & sister-in-law Terri. Cherished aunt to Zachary, Jeremy, Michael and Stephanie.  Relatives...

Wolfgang Klaus

Wolfgang Klaus

Dec 2, 2023

Wolfgang Klaus passed away December 2, 2023.  Beloved husband of Lisa Coulson.  Wolfgang was a loving, son, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.  A proud retired member of the Northeast Riders MC.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday, January 27, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114.

Elizabeth M. Foley "Betty"

Elizabeth M. Foley "Betty"

Dec 1, 2023

Elizabeth M. Foley (nee Quinn) "Betty". Beloved wife of the late James W. Foley. Loving mother of Dennis Foley, James Foley (Celeste), Joseph Foley (Mary Pat), Regina Burke (John), Kevin Foley (Denise), Margaret Foley (Ed Miller), Elizabeth Prendergast (Thomas), the late Patrick Foley (the late Theresa), and the late Michael (Mary Ellen).  Adoring grandmother of 20 grandchildren and 35...

Mary E. Gallagher

Mary E. Gallagher

Dec 1, 2023

Mary E. Gallagher, age 73, passed away after a brief illness on December 1, 2023.  Loving mother of Bob Gallagher (Tracy), Mary Bulman (Brian), Honorable Pat Gallagher, Erin Gallagher, and Maggie Gallagher (Tony Cancro).  Mom-Mom of Dylan, Marlee, Jack, Bobby, and Colin.  Sister of Pat Donnelly, Sean Gallagher, Tom Gallagher, Katie Werner, Judy Moylan, Eileen Gallagher, Matt Gallagher, and...

Gary M. Neitzel

Gary M. Neitzel

Dec 1, 2023

Gary M. Neitzel passed away December 1, 2023. Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee Hayden). Loving dad to Ashley Krout (Justin), Gary and Nick. Cherished Grumpa to Hayden Marie, Isla Noelle and Riley Reagan. Brother-in-law to Anne Marie Vozzelli (Ray). Dear brother to Sue Lacrox (Rick). Loving Uncle to his many nieces and nephews. Gary recently retired and spent...

Peter J. Conicella

Peter J. Conicella

Nov 30, 2023

Peter J. Conicella passed away November 30, 2023 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of Frances (nee Buchanan), and the late Josephine Conicella. Loving father of Dale Conicella (Geralyn) and Gary Conicella (Lisa); Stepfather of Susan Psomiadis (Peter) and Jay Janczak (Robin). Dear Poppy of Stephanie Bruno (David), Lauren Brigida (John), Peter and Victoria Psomiadis, Katina Patel (Amit)...

Barbara A. Norelli

Barbara A. Norelli

Nov 30, 2023

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Barbara A. Norelli (nee Thompson) passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 30, 2023, at the age of eighty-seven. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Michael, of 64 years. Loving Mom to Donna...

Karen Michelle Brander (Nee Wagner)

Karen Michelle Brander (Nee Wagner)

Nov 29, 2023

Karen Michelle Brander (Wagner) went home with Jesus peacefully on November 29, 2023 at the age of 60 with loved ones by her side. Devoted wife of David J. Brander. Loving mother of Aaron Hughes (Tracy) and Jessica Wilson (Ron). Adoring Mom Mom of Aaron's three daughters, and Jessica's children Wyatt, and Scarlett. Dear sister of Eileen Williams, Benjamin...

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