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Robert F. Thomas

Robert F. Thomas

Aug 19, 2023

Robert F. Thomas passed away peacefully on August 19, 2023 at the age of 94.  He was the son of the late Joseph & Beatrice Thomas, beloved husband of Anna M. Thomas (Boss), loving father to Lizanne Hales (David), Barbara Jack (Jimmie) and loving grandfather to Jonathan, Lauren (Michael) and Ryan. Brother of Eileen Macht and the late Joseph...

Louis Greco, Jr.

Louis Greco, Jr.

Aug 15, 2023

Louis Greco, Jr. passed away August 15, 2023, at the age of 91.  Beloved husband of Maria (nee Bell).  Devoted father of Louis Greco III, Kevin Greco (Maryann), and the late Cynthia Naimoli.  Loving step father of Nicole Bell.  Dear Grandpop of six grandchildren.  Brother of the late Edith Brown and Rudy Greco; also survived by several nieces and...

Ronald J. Direnzi, Sr.

Ronald J. Direnzi, Sr.

Aug 14, 2023

Ronald J. DiRenzi, Sr., a beloved figure whose warm heart and cherished presence touched the lives of many, passed away on August 14, 2023, at the age of 86. He was the devoted husband of the late Joan M. DiRenzi, a loving father to Linda Mozi, Karen Bell (James), and the late Ronald J. DiRenzi, Jr. His memory lives...

Francis J. Haubrich, Sr.

Francis J. Haubrich, Sr.

Aug 11, 2023

Francis J. Haubrich, Sr. passed away August 11, 2023. Beloved husband to the late Sally (nee Vanderhoff). Loving dad to Francis "Skip" Haubrich, Jr. (Anne Marie), Denise Abbott and Thea Haubrich-Dusch (Rick). Dear Pop to Stacey Gardner (Donnie), Michael Haubrich (Danielle), Matthew Abbott, Thomas Haubrich (Kaitlin), Jacqueline  DeLucia (Matt), Great-Pop to Sarah, Charlotte, Grace, Ben, Thomas, James and...

Kathleen Mary Scholl (Nee Carlin)

Kathleen Mary Scholl (Nee Carlin)

Aug 11, 2023

Kathleen Mary Scholl (nee Carlin) passed away August 11, 2023. Loving daughter to Charles Carlin and the late Marie (nee Sharkey). Beloved wife to Benjamin. Loving mom to Benjamin and Amanda Trott (Christopher). Dear Mom-Mom to Nathaniel Andrew and Finley. Kathleen was also predeceased by her two brothers Charles and James Carlin. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Robert T. Mcshane

Robert T. Mcshane

Aug 10, 2023

Robert T. McShane passed away peacefully on August 10, 2023 with his family by his side. Bob was a retired US Army Veteran and a retired Philadelphia Firefighter. Beloved husband of the late Mildred "Millie" McShane and dear companion of the late Betty Gilbert. Loving father of Robert (Christine), Thomas (Kimberly), and Brian (Alyssa). Adoring Poppy of Robbie, Jack,...

Alice M. Mitchell (Nee Benish)

Alice M. Mitchell (Nee Benish)

Aug 9, 2023

Alice M. Mitchell (nee Benish) passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 9, 2023 at the age of 73. Beloved wife of 39 years to Frank Mitchell. Loving mother of Michael Brook (Jennifer). Dear Mom Mom of Dailyn (Jayson).  She is also survived by her brother Paul Benish. Relatives and friends are invited to gather...

Emelia Marinelli

Emelia Marinelli

Aug 9, 2023

Emi Emelia Marinelli, 89, passed away peacefully at home on August 9, 2023. She was born in New York City on August 10, 1933 and was a first generation Italian-American. Emelia was a natural cook and learned from her father and then taught her son. She had the best meatballs and we believe her favorite vegetable was broccoli...

Je'Nene Ahleman

Je'Nene Ahleman

Aug 8, 2023

Je'Nene Ahleman passed away suddenly on August 8, 2023 at the age of 57.  Loving mother of Lyndsy Wilmarth (Jovan Constant), James Wilmarth, and Casey Ahleman.  Beloved partner of Michele Williams.  Adored grandmother of Carter, Emaleigh, James, and Justin, Jr.  She will be sadly missed by her sister Nicole Tanzini and many nieces and nephews.

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Michael P. Coyle

Michael P. Coyle

Aug 6, 2023

Michael passed away at the age of 76 on August 6, 2023.  He was a retired firefighter with the Philadelphia Fire Department and a veteran of the U.S. Navy.

He was preceded in death by his parents John and Margaret Coyle.  Loving brother of Joseph Coyle (Phyllis), Francis Coyle (the late Helene), Mary Kaiser (Dennis), Kevin Coyle...

Charles A. Ermack, Sr.

Charles A. Ermack, Sr.

Aug 6, 2023

Charles A. Ermack, Sr. passed away August 6, 2023, at the age of 94.  Beloved husband of the late Vendy (nee Dysert).  Devoted father of Sue Fluehr (Bill), Charles A. Jr. (Jeannie), and Carol Kelly.  Loving Pop Pop of CJ, Joe, Jenna, Mary, Fred, Mike, and John, and eight great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to...

Dorothy J. Waldowski

Dorothy J. Waldowski

Aug 5, 2023

Dorothy J. Waldowski (nee Misnik), "Dot," 96, of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2023, at Paul's Run Retirement Community. As her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and friends mourn her loss, they find inspiration in her life of love. Her husband, Joseph Waldowski, told her every day of their 77-year marriage how beautiful she was. Theirs...

Michael T. Davis

Michael T. Davis

Aug 5, 2023

Michael passed away August 5, 2023 at the age of 88.  Beloved husband of the late Catherine.  He was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth.  Loving father of Michael P., Sr. (Jean), Dennis (Kristine), Robert (Bonnie) and Thomas Davis.  Adored grandfather of Michael, Matthew, Taylor, Ashley, Shana, Christopher, Robert, Ryan, Zachary, Jenna, Kayla, Breanna; many great grandchildren; and...

Celimene Dupre

Celimene Dupre

Aug 4, 2023

Celimene Dupre passed away at the age of 75 on August 4, 2023.  Loving mother of Youry Leon, Lunia Dupre, Guerline Marcelin, Jonah Stimphil, Mackenson Dupre, Homilla Pierre, Yvenald Pierre, Ymelda Dupre, and Wilguens Guillaume.  Also survived by many other beloved family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing from 11 A.M. to 12...

Michael J. Fitzgerald

Michael J. Fitzgerald

Aug 1, 2023

Michael J. Fitzgerald "Mike" passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 1, 2023 at the age of 73. A proud US Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of 50 years to Catherine (nee Amoroso). Loving father of Michael J. Jr. (Kathleen), Daniel A. (Tricia), and James T. (Mary). Dear Pop of Michael III, John, Daniel, Thomas, Anthony,...

Barbara A. Kazmierski

Barbara A. Kazmierski

Aug 1, 2023

Barbara A. Kazmierski (nee Prem) passed away on August 1, 2023, at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Anthony, Sr. Loving mother of Barbara Saksida (Bruno), Mary Miraglia, Anthony Jr. (Robin), Joseph (Janice) and Robert (Linda). Dear Nan of Nicole, Stephanie, Ashley and great nan of Charlotte. Sister of Nancy Kelly (Jim) and the late Donald...

Virginia P. Weber (Nee Martin)

Virginia P. Weber (Nee Martin)

Jul 31, 2023

Virginia P. Weber (nee Martin) passed away July 31, 2023. Beloved wife of the late William Weber. Loving mother of William Weber and Michael Weber (Karen). She is also survived by her loving grandchildren and great grandchildren. Services and interment are private.

Gregory D. Lewis

Gregory D. Lewis

Jul 31, 2023

Gregory D. Lewis passed away July 31, 2023.  Beloved husband of Joann (nee Schiavo).  Pre-deceased by his daughter Christa.  Devoted father of Cory, Bud (Heather), and Evan (Chelsea).  Loving Pop Pop of Michael, Mason, Maddon, Presley, Logan, Sloane, and Mila.  Dear brother of Garry, Moses, and the late Derrick and Kenneth.

Relatives, friends, and members of Local...

Agnes R. Kammerer

Agnes R. Kammerer

Jul 30, 2023

Agnes R. Kammerer passed away July 30, 2023. Loving Loving daughter of the late Harold and Dorothy (nee Burg). Agnes is survived by many loving cousins. Agnes was a Registered Nurse for over 45 years and most recently was working for Lower Bucks Hospital for over 15 years. Agnes earned a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from...

Nancy Rose Simmons (Nee Kennish)

Nancy Rose Simmons (Nee Kennish)

Jul 29, 2023

Nancy Rose Simmons (nee Kennish) passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 29, 2023 at the age of 74. Beloved wife of the late Roy B. Simmons. Loving mother of Kerry (Heather) and Shawn (Megan). Loving Mom Mom of Rhys, Riley, Waverly, Braeden, Madison, Alexis, Camille, and Delaney Rose. Dear sister of Peter Kennish, Marian...

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