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Wayne R. Margerum, Jr.

Wayne R. Margerum, Jr.

May 1, 2023

Wayne R. Margerum, Jr., age 52, passed away suddenly on May 1, 2023.

Loving husband of the late Donna Box.  Beloved father of Wayne Andrew, Nickolas (Jewel), and Jake.  Pop-Pop of Silas.  Son of Betty Heim-Kaminski and the late Wayne Margerum, Sr.  Brother of Beth Dawson (Gary).  Also survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

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Joseph Cervonka

Joseph Cervonka

Apr 30, 2023

Joseph Cervonka, A Navy Veteran, passed away suddenly April 30, 2023.  Loving brother of Benjamin Scholl (Kathleen).  Dear uncle of Benjamin,  Amanda Trott (Christopher), Nathaniel, Andrew, and Finley.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday, May 17, 2023 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, followed by his Service 12:30 PM. ...

Ruth Ann Camm

Ruth Ann Camm

Apr 30, 2023

Ruth Ann Camm passed away on April 30, 2023 at the age of 80. Daughter of late, Raymond,and Ruth Camm. Dear sister of William Camm and the late Raymond, Alice Kadelski and Joan Hamilton; survived by her brother in law Bruce, and many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to...

Janet Marie Pfleger

Janet Marie Pfleger

Apr 29, 2023

Janet Marie Pfleger passed away April 29, 2023.  Mother of Rene Meehan; Sister of the late Larry Pfleger.  Janet will be sadly missed by her many friends.  Services and Interment are Private for the Family.

Marie T. Coonelly

Marie T. Coonelly

Apr 28, 2023

Marie T. Coonelly (nee McKernan) passed away on April 28, 2023. Loving wife of Thomas F. Coonelly. Devoted mother of Thomas (Patricia), William (Debbie), Mary Beth Fink (Glenn). Dear Grandmom / Grammy of Beth Anne (Michael), Allison (David), Patty, Krista (Michael), Megan, Glenn, Jr, (Tara), Billy and Maureen. 9 Great grandchildren. Sister of William McKernan and the late John...

Emma C. Rumble

Emma C. Rumble

Apr 27, 2023

Emma C. Rumble (nee Heim) passed away April 27, 2023.  Beloved wife of the late Edward W.  Loving mother of Mary Amerman (Keith).  Dear grandma of Virginia and Hayden Michael; also survived by her twin sister Lois Kuscin and her sister in law Margaret Heim.  Preceded in death by her siblings Mae Schoeler, Rev. Howard Heim, Richard Heim, and Hank...

Henry P. Hover, Jr.

Henry P. Hover, Jr.

Apr 27, 2023

Henry passed away at home on April 27, 2023 after a long illness.  Henry will be remembered and greatly missed by his wife Elizabeth, brother Tom, sister Dale, sisters-in-law Lonnie, Pat, and Fran, brother-in-law Dick, and by his many nieces, nephews and good friends.  Private interment.

Marie F. Grover

Marie F. Grover

Apr 27, 2023

Marie F. Grover (nee Lonergan) passed away peacefully in her Fishtown home on April 27, 2023, at the age of 103.  Beloved wife of the late Charles J.  Devoted mother of Gerald F. (Eileen), Marie F. McCarthy (the late David J.), and the late Charles V. (Kay) and Frances A. Garvey.  Dear Grandmom of 13 grandchildren, 17...

David F. Maier

David F. Maier

Apr 26, 2023

Beloved husband of 67 years to the late Elizabeth (nee Walton).  Loving father of Dr. Elizabeth Johnson (Warren), Susan Sorensen, Barbara Hastings (Brian), Martha Filonowicz (Duke), Mary Bar (Michael), Madeline Starr (Greg), and Monica Baldwin (Jeff).  Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, one great grandchild on the way, and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and...

Mary Anne Lalonde

Mary Anne Lalonde

Apr 26, 2023

Mary Anne Lalonde (nee Harte) of Philadelphia passed away on April 26, 2023, at the age of 83 surrounded by her loved ones.

Mary Anne was born in Southwest Philadelphia, attended West Catholic High School and was a graduate of Misericordia School of Nursing.  She was a devoted registered nurse and served as a nursing...

Charles J. Ebner, Jr.

Charles J. Ebner, Jr.

Apr 25, 2023

Charles J. Ebner, Jr. passed away April 25, 2023, at the age of 93.  A Navy Veteran of the Korean War.

Beloved husband of the late Diane (nee Bleil).  Devoted father of Chad Ebner and Gary Ebner (Cheryl).  Loving Pop of Allison and A.J.  Dear brother of Eleanor; also survived by many nieces and nephews. ...

Richard Sinclair

Richard Sinclair

Apr 24, 2023

Richard Sinclair passed away on April 24, 2023 after a long courageous battle with cancer at the age of 60. Beloved husband of Cindy. Stepfather of Lauren, Joe, and the late Gary. Grandfather of Joseph. Dear son of Richard Sinclair, Sr. (Terri) and Barbara Simms (Edward). Brother of Michael (Ellen), and Sharon. He is also survived by his loving...

Ruth L. Staab

Ruth L. Staab

Apr 24, 2023

Ruth L. Staab passed away April 24, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Albert. Loving mom to Albert, Eugene, the late Edward, Denise, and Robert. Cherished grandmother to many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday, may 5, 2023, at Burns Funeral Home (1428 E. Columbia Ave., Philadelphia PA 19125) from...

Freda L. Carron

Freda L. Carron

Apr 24, 2023

Freda passed away Monday, April 24 at the age of 86. Loving mother of Frieda Stewart (the late Charles) and Gregory. Cherished Gram to Linda Berry (Michael), Brenna Klepczynski (William), Richard Long (Monica) and Ashley Carron. She is also a great Gram to Liam, Mikayla, Amelia, Hailey, Alyssa, Kailyn, Anthony, Christopher and Harper. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Dorrine A. Bubb

Dorrine A. Bubb

Apr 24, 2023

Dorrine A. Bubb passed away peacefully on April 24, 2023 at the age of 63. Loving mother of Russell Distler and Samantha Dales (Harry). Dear Nanny of Grace and Amelia Dales. Daughter of the late Glenn Bubb and Helen Farrell (the late Tom Farrell). Sister of Glenn Bubb (Michelle), Stephen Bubb (the late Arlene), and the late Charles Pease...

James T. "Butch" Lorman

James T. "Butch" Lorman

Apr 21, 2023

James T. "Butch" Lorman passed away April 21, 2023. Loving son to the late William and Lillian Lorman. Beloved husband to Barbara (nee Crozier). Loving Dad to Chrissy McShane (Rob), Kimmy Cherubini (Dave), Jimmy (Miranda), Matthew, Brian and Pat. Cherished Poppy to Robbie, Jack, Bree, Teagan, Carter, Delaney and J.T. Dear brother to Bill, Tom (Janie), Moose, Joseph...

William R. Seedes, Jr. "Bill"

William R. Seedes, Jr. "Bill"

Apr 21, 2023

William R. Seedes, Jr. "Bill" of Cape May Court House, formerly Phila., PA passed away April 21, 2023. A US Army Veteran, retired trucker for Teamsters Local 500; Bill was a member of the Elks Lodge and AOH of Wildwood, NJ. Beloved husband of 56 years to Regina "Jean" Seedes (nee Hayden). Loving father of Jacqueline Gallagher (Jimmy), and William...

Robert A. Mclaughlin

Robert A. Mclaughlin

Apr 20, 2023

Robert A. McLaughlin, 62, passed away on April 20, 2023. Rob was proud of his service as a Philadelphia Firefighter and Air Force veteran. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen Root, his children Michael, Thomas and Shawn, and his beloved granddaughter Cynthia. Rob is preceded in death by his father, Robert F. McLaughlin but survived by his mother...

Ana Luisa Vargas (Nee Padua)

Ana Luisa Vargas (Nee Padua)

Apr 19, 2023

Ana Luisa Vargas (nee Padua) passed away April 19, 2023. Beloved wife to the late Antonio. Loving mom to Antonio Jr. (Kristine) and Marcos. Dear Mia and Grandmom to Sarah, Ymani, Zachary and Alyssia. Loving sister to Awilda Figueroa (Antonio) and Heriberto Padua. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday, April 27, 2023, at St. Katherine...

Joan M. Henry-Graham

Joan M. Henry-Graham

Apr 18, 2023

Joan M. Henry-Graham (nee Glaser) passed away peacefully on April 18, 2023. Beloved wife of the late James Graham. Loving Mother of John Henry (Ann Marie), Joseph Henry (Pat), Thomas Henry, Joanne Adams (Barry) and the late James Henry. Dear Grand mom to 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday May 6,...

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