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Patricia M. Stokes

Patricia M. Stokes

Oct 13, 2023

Patricia M. Stokes (nee Gormley) passed away October 13, 2023.  Beloved wife of 53 years to Howard.  Devoted mother of Barbara Smith (Edward), Howard (Jennifer), and Edward (Theresa).  Loving grandmom of Jillian, Edward Jr., Thomas, Eva, and Jacob.  Dear sister of Edward Gormley.  Sister in law of Hank (Marie) and Kathleen Scheiblein.  Patricia will also be sadly missed by...

Susan D. Mcintyre

Susan D. Mcintyre

Oct 13, 2023

Susan D. McIntyre (nee Tippie), age 58, passed away on October 13, 2023.  Loving wife of Scott.  Sister of Eddie Tippie.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects Friday, October 20, 2023, from 10-11:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 11:30 A.M....

Raphael S. Tancredi, Sr.

Raphael S. Tancredi, Sr.

Oct 12, 2023

Raphael S. Tancredi, Sr., age 87, passed away on October 12, 2023. Raphael was a retired pharmacist.  He owned Tancredi Pharmacy, a well known neighborhood pharmacy located in the Frankford section of Philadelphia (Frankford & Bridge).  Tancredi Pharmacies were also located in Center City and the Northeast. Raphael was the loving husband of 59 years to the late Rita.  ...

Annmarie "Nancy" Carr

Annmarie "Nancy" Carr

Oct 12, 2023

Annmarie P. "Nancy" (nee Ferris) passed away October 12, 2023.  A retiree from Locheed Martin, Nancy was also a former member of the St. Matthew Church Choir and a former volunteer of the Torresdale Rescue Squad.  Devoted mother of Mary Adomaitis (Don), Donna Bulman (Paul), Claire Goodyear, Annmarie Pendino (Lawrence), and Kathleen Carr.  Loving grandmom of Matthew, Michelle, Kenny,...

Raymond F. Thieroff

Raymond F. Thieroff

Oct 12, 2023

Raymond Thieroff at the age of 89, a Philadelphia resident, passed away on October 12, 2023. Ray was born on July 23, 1934, to Sadie and Ted Thieroff in Philadelphia.

In 1955, Ray met the love of his life, Phyllis, married her and went on to have three daughters Barbara, Phyllis, and Nancy, Ray was a devoted...

John T. Mcgrath, Jr.

John T. Mcgrath, Jr.

Oct 11, 2023

Please click Zoom to watch the funeral mass at 11 A.M. on Friday, October 20, 2023.  Please mute yourselves upon entering.

Meeting  ID:  882 3420 6521

Passcode:     362852

John T. McGrath, Jr. passed away on October 11, 2023, at the age of 70. He was the retired Deputy Commissioner of the Philadelphia Fire...

Elizabeth Walczak

Elizabeth Walczak

Oct 11, 2023

Elizabeth Walczak (nee Marston) passed away on October 11, 2023, at the age of 76. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of John William "Jay" (Leigh), and Edward Jr. Dear mom-mom of John Jr., Michael, Matthew (Katie), Ryan, Mason, Olivia, Noah, Mallie and Liam. Great grandmom of Hannah. Sister of Jimmy McIntire, Frankie McIntire, and Charles Marston....

Joseph F. Viola

Joseph F. Viola

Oct 4, 2023

Joseph F. Viola, age 83 of Philadelphia went to God on October 4, 2023. Loving husband of Joanna Viola (nee Ruggieri) for 59 years, dedicated father to Joseph S., Anthony (Maria), Michael (Cathleen), Christopher (Kristen) and caring grandfather to Anthony J. (Jennifer), MaryKate (Tom) Korb-Parker, Kevin (Kiley), Joseph W. (Jamie), Kelly, Michael, Jack, Matthew, Melissa, Christopher, Justin and adoring...

Joan P. Barron

Joan P. Barron

Oct 4, 2023

Joan Patricia Barron (nee Mansfield) passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 4, 2023. Loving mom to Joseph (Janelin), Michael (Jan), Kevin (Lisa) and Joanie Polidoro (John). Beloved Grandmom to Michael (Melissa), John, Kylie (Craig), Danielle (Bobby), Kevin, Johnny, Kaitlyn, Gabriella, Nicholas, Erin, Victoria, Robert, and Joey, as well as Great-Grandmom to Brooklyn, Jude, Xander...

Joseph J. Riddle, Jr.

Joseph J. Riddle, Jr.

Oct 4, 2023

Please click Livestream to watch the service at 11 A.M. on Thursday, October 12, 2023.

Joseph Riddle, Jr., at the age 76, entered into eternal rest on October 4, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He is predeceased by both parents Marcella and Joseph Riddle, Sr. Devoted husband to Barbara. Loving brother to Maryann...

Peter R. Montini

Peter R. Montini

Oct 3, 2023

Peter Ralph Montini passed away on October 3, 2023 with his family by his side at the age of 83. Beloved husband of the late Helen Montini (Myers). Loving father of Helene Montini, Peter Montini (Falissa), and Paul Montini (Rebecca). Dear Pop "Nonno" to Brian (Magda), Gia (Mike), Chris, Jennifer, and Olivia. Great grandpop of Sophia, Raelyn, and Michael....

Karen M. Mchale

Karen M. Mchale

Oct 3, 2023

Karen M. McHale (nee Strunk) passed away October 3, 2023.  Beloved wife of Gerard "Gerry".  Devoted mother of Colleen (Seth) and Ken.  Dear daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Strunk.  Loving sister of John Harold Strunk, Robert Strunk, and the late Richard Strunk and Kevin Strunk; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

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James Joseph Callahan

James Joseph Callahan

Oct 3, 2023

James Joseph Callahan, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, with his family at his bedside.  Jim was the son of the late Marie (Gurcsik) and William J. Callahan.  He is survived by his adoring wife of 25 years, Anita (Pezzillo/Hutton) and his five sisters:  Janice Donlon (the late Michael), Susan Stewart (Thomas), Elizabeth Matsumara (William), Jane...

Joel L. Fellman

Joel L. Fellman

Oct 2, 2023

Joel Fellman passed away on October 2, 2023, at the age of 74. Loving husband of Susan (nee Radick). Devoted father of Brian Fellman. Son of the late Samuel and Rose Fellman. Joel was predeceased by his 2 sisters. Brother-in-law of Thom and Diane Radick. He is also survived by 4 nephews and 2 nieces. Holding many accolades in...

Mary T. Carboy

Mary T. Carboy

Sep 27, 2023

Mary T. Carboy passed away September 27, 2023.  Beloved daughter of Florence (nee Ahern) and the late Daniel.  Loving sister of Daniel Carboy (Sharon), Annemarie Costello (Ed), Bernadette Waskiewicz (Ken), Regina Harris (Bob), and Florence Keal (Bob); also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.  The lessons Mary taught, along with the lives she has positively...

Theresa M. Politz

Theresa M. Politz

Sep 27, 2023

Theresa M. Politz (nee Poore) passed away on September 27, 2023, at the age of 72.  Loving wife of Ronald, and her beloved pet Rose. Daughter of the late David and Anna Poore. Dear sister of David Poore (Rhonda), Mark Poore and the late Michael Poore (Marge) and the late Linda Foat. Also survived by her Brother-in-law James Morris...

Charles J. Gillespie

Charles J. Gillespie

Sep 27, 2023

Charles J. Gillespie, age 96, passed away on September 27, 2023.  He served in the U.S. Navy and also worked as a truck driver.  Charles is survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects Tuesday, October 3, 2023, from 10-10:45 A.M. at Our Lady of Grace Church, 225 Bellevue Avenue,...

Rita Marie P Mcdonnell

Rita Marie P Mcdonnell

Sep 26, 2023

Rita Patricia McDonnell passed away on September 26, 2023, at the age of 71. Beloved daughter of the late Terence and Mary McDonnell. Loving sister of Sr. MaryJane McDonnell, IHM and Sr. Joellen McDonnell, RSM and the late Elizabeth "Bettse" Fleming (Frank "Butch"). Dear aunt of Terence Fleming (Sara), Frank Fleming, Patricia Fleming, Timothy Fleming (Kelly) and Maureen Petron...

Joan M. Mccabe

Joan M. Mccabe

Sep 25, 2023

Joan Marie T. McCabe, age 72, passed away peacefully in her home and surrounded by family on September 25, 2023. She is remembered for her goodness, generosity, compassion, and boundless love. She lived a rich life of faith and service to others. Beloved wife of the late John Henry McCabe, II; loving...

John R. Strockbine

John R. Strockbine

Sep 25, 2023

John R. Strockbine passed away September 25, 2023. Son of the late John and Elizabath. Good guy who was a lover of the Arts and Jazz. May he  Rest in Peace.

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