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John A. Polyak

John A. Polyak

Apr 5, 2023

John A. Polyak passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at St. Mary's Medical Center, at the age of 68.

Born in Philadelphia, son of the late Rosemarie "Pinky" (Moore) and George Polyak, John was a lifelong resident of Lower Bucks County and was a 1973 graduate of Pennsbury High School.

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Stavros Konstantinidis

Stavros Konstantinidis

Apr 3, 2023

Stavros Konstantinidis passed away April 3, 2023, at the age of 88.  Beloved husband of 62 years to Varvara (nee Dimitriadis).  Devoted father of Steve (Maria), Alex, and the late Georgia.  Loving Papou of Katherine, Stavros, and the late Anatole.  Dear brother of Savatoula and Despina.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday, April 7,...

Thomas D. Schaffer

Thomas D. Schaffer

Apr 3, 2023

Thomas "Tommy" Daniel Schaffer, age 51, of Philadelphia passed away on April 3, 2023. Tommy was born on April 13, 1971, in Philadelphia to Thomas and Lorraine Schaffer. Tommy's siblings poke fun that he is "mom's favorite."

In 1989, Tommy graduated from Archbishop Ryan High School, and in 1993, he graduated from Ocean County...

Edward P. Sykes, Jr.

Edward P. Sykes, Jr.

Apr 1, 2023

Edward P. Jr. passed away April 1, 2023, at the age of 73.  A retired employee of the Philadelphia United States Postal Service, Ed was also an Air Force Veteran.  Son of the late Edward and Blanche Sykes.  Loving brother of Joseph (Norita) and Theresa Sapienza (Joseph).  Dear uncle of Kristina, Joseph, and Angela Marie. Relatives and friends are invited...

Corinne D. Mignone

Corinne D. Mignone

Apr 1, 2023

Corinne passed away on April 1, 2023 at the age of 91.

Loving mother of Michael (Joan), Ronald, and Donna Mignone.  She is also survived by grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing from 11-11:45 A.M. Thursday, April 6, 2023 at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19114. ...

Dennis Branigan

Dennis Branigan

Mar 30, 2023

Dennis Branigan passed away on March 30, 2023 at the age of 68.  He is survived by his sister Mary Lou Kwisz (Richard), brother Kevin Branigan, and many other family members and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday morning from 10:00 A.M.- 11:00 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave., Philadelphia,...

Rita E. Dawson

Rita E. Dawson

Mar 29, 2023

Rita E. Dawson (nee Mammola) passed away March 29, 2023, at the age of 89.  Beloved wife of the late Thomas A.  Devoted mother of Denise Dresher, Thomas, Elaine Mancini (Marc), and the late Susan Dawson.  Loving Grandmom of Kevin, Chris, Marc, Samantha, Thomas, and Louis, and Great Grandmom of six. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Sunday,...

Dorothy L. Lipp

Dorothy L. Lipp

Mar 27, 2023

Dorothy L. Lipp (nee Lamb) passed away on March 27, 2023, at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Albert. Loving mother of Marian Nihill (Joseph Sr.). Dear mom- mom of Joseph Jr. (Lauren)., Jennifer Ferraro (William), and Beth Vandenberg (Robert). Great grandmom of Colin, Alexandra, Emmy, Vivi, Grace, Ashton, Evelyn.  Relatives and friends are invited to...

Gertrude "Trudy" Gaughan

Gertrude "Trudy" Gaughan

Mar 27, 2023

Gertrude "Trudy" Gaughan (nee Olewnik) passed away March 27, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Philip J. Mom to Philip A. and Lauren Carr (Brian). Cherished GG to Philip P., Eric, Joseph, and Christopher. Dear sister to John (Pat), Jim (Kathy), and Kathleen Burke (Jim). Trudy is also survived by a very large and loving extended family. Relatives and...

Rosemarie K. Blatteau

Rosemarie K. Blatteau

Mar 26, 2023

Rosemarie passed away on March 26, 2023 at the age of 83.

Loving mother of Joseph Santone (Donna Marie) and the late John.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday, 9-9:45 A.M. at St. Bernard Church, 7341 Cottage Street., Philadelphia, PA 19136.  Funeral Mass 10 A.M.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Jean Bernard Jean Baptiste

Jean Bernard Jean Baptiste

Mar 25, 2023

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On March 25 th , our loving dad, Jean Bernard Jean Baptiste transition to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. While we are grieving the empty space his absence will cause our little nest, we give praise to God for allowing us to enjoy him all these years....

Eileen A. Mamrol

Eileen A. Mamrol

Mar 23, 2023

Eileen A. Mamrol passed away March 23, 2023. Eileen was born November 30, 1939 to Michael and Mary Dempsey in West Philadelphia. She attended Most Blessed Sacrament and West Catholic Girls High School. Upon graduation she worked as a secretary for Moore-McCormack Lines, Philadelphia. Eileen met Jerry in Margate in 1961 and they were married in June 1963 enjoying...

Mary Margaret Herzog (Donohue)

Mary Margaret Herzog (Donohue)

Mar 23, 2023

Mary Margaret Herzog (nee Donohue) passed away March 23, 2023. Beloved wife to Nicholas. Loving mom to Marlene, Nicholas, Shaun, Mary-Kate (Frank) and the late Michael. Cherished Mom-Mom to 9 Grandchildren. Mary Margaret was the oldest of 9 brothers and sisters. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing at Burns Funeral Home (1428 E. Columbia Ave., Philadelphia...

Nancy J. Szatkucki (Nee Archer)

Nancy J. Szatkucki (Nee Archer)

Mar 22, 2023

Nancy J. Szatkucki (nee Archer) passed away March 22, 2023. Beloved wife of the late John Szatkucki. She will be sorely missed by her loving family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her Graveside Service on Wednesday March 29, 2023 at Forest Hills Cemetery, 25 Byberry Rd. Phila., PA 19007 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers,...

Brian J. Robbins

Brian J. Robbins

Mar 22, 2023

Brian J. Robbins passed away March 22, 2023. Loving son of Eunice and the late Mark Robbins. Dear brother to Susan. Relatives and friends are invited to his service at Burns Funeral Home (1514 Woodbourne Rd., Levittown PA 19057) on Sunday, March 25, 2023, at 9:30AM. Interment Shalom Memorial Park.

Timothy D. Ebert

Timothy D. Ebert

Mar 21, 2023

Timothy D. Ebert passed away after a long battle on March 21, 2023. Loving husband of Michelle (nee McCade). Devoted father of Maddie, Justin, Lily, and Gracie. Dear son of Patricia and the late Daniel Ebert. Brother of Kathleen Rieser (Keith), Susie Baptista (Mark), and Danielle Petrillo (David). Son-in-law of Teresa and Richard McCade; brother-in-law of Lisa Smith (Paul)....

Richard Pepe

Richard Pepe

Mar 21, 2023

Richard Pepe passed away suddenly on March 21, 2023 at the age of 65. Loving husband of 42 years to Linda (nèe Cozza). Dedicated father of Anthony (Lindsey), Richard (Mallory), and Matthew (Nicole). Doting grandfather of Frankie, Lucy, and Richard (expected July 2023). Richard is also survived by his sister Theresa Bariana (the late Anthony), sister-in-law Ninetta (the...

John D. Dominski, Jr.

John D. Dominski, Jr.

Mar 21, 2023

John D. Dominski, Jr. passed away suddenly on March 21,2023 at the age of 55. Loving son of Marie Dominski-Hampson (Gary) and the late John Sr.  Brother of the late Robert Dominski and the late Dawnmarie Dominski.  Loving partner of Robbin Adams. Nephew of the late Steven and Carol Dominski, the late Joseph Garberina III and the late Diane and...

Edna May Hartey

Edna May Hartey

Mar 17, 2023

Edna May Hartey (nee Farmer) passed away on March 17, 2023 at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Michael, Sr. Loving mother of Michael, Jr. (Nancy), Babe McGarvey (Frank), Bernadette Duffin (Richard) and the late Brian. Also survived by her daughter-in-law Dawn. Dear mom mom of Megan, Ryan, Michael, Matthew, Kevin, Shauna, Ryan, Brian, Colin, and...

John E. Schneider, Jr.

John E. Schneider, Jr.

Mar 15, 2023

John was retired from Bell Telephone, where he worked for over 40 years.  Besides serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, John also served in the Pennsylvania National Guard for over 30 years.

John was the loving husband of the late Marilyn (nee O'Brien) and the late Annette (nee McAleer).  Beloved father of Shirley McDaniel...

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