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Lidia Cerquetelli

Lidia Cerquetelli

May 8, 2023

Lidia Cerquetelli (nee Sacco) passed away May 8, 2023.  Beloved wife of the late Dino.  Loving mother of the late Dino Jr.  Dear mother in law of Christine Cerquetelli and loving and devoted Nana to Dino III and Santina; sister of  Aldo, Ettore, Anna, Mario, and the late Maria, Sarina, Orlando and Renato.  Also survived by many nieces and...

Barbara A. Leggerie

Barbara A. Leggerie

May 8, 2023

At the heroic age of 87, Barbara Ann (née - Burgess) Leggerie ("Babs"), passed on, in the afternoon of May 8th, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Survived by her beloved husband, Lawrence/Larry Jr. ("Torch"), treasured daughters, Robin Petrites, Barbara Irvine and Lorén Leggerie (son-in-law, Kevin Irvine). She was the...

John F. Hickey "Jack"

John F. Hickey "Jack"

May 8, 2023

John F. Hickey "Jack" passed away May 8, 2023 at the age of 79. Loving father of Denise, Kathleen, and the late Colleen. Dear brother of Dolores McCloskey, Charles Hickey (Regina), Lorraine Tompkins (Dave), Thomas Hickey, Doris Hickey, Joan Hickey, and Barbara Hickey. He is also survived by his many loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends...

Kathleen L. Anderson "Kathy"

Kathleen L. Anderson "Kathy"

May 6, 2023

Kathleen L. Anderson "Kathy" (nee Tingle) passed away suddenly on May 6, 2023 at the age of 64. Beloved wife of 46 years to Ralph G. Anderson. Loving mother of Nichole Marie Anderson, Anthony Edward Anderson, and Kristi Lynn Anderson. Dear Mom Mom of Avery Joseph, Isiah "Zay", and Daniel Lucio. Sister of John Tingle (Victoria), and the late...

Anne Marie Parker (Nee Janjanin)

Anne Marie Parker (Nee Janjanin)

May 6, 2023

Anne Marie Parker (nee Janjanin) passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 6, 2023 at the age of 54. Loving mother of Emily Parker and Amberly Parker. Dear Nan of Noah Parker. Beloved daughter of Luke and Anna Janjanin. Sister of Fred Janjanin (Teresa), Julie Davis (Bill), and Bob Janjanin (Rose). She is also survived...

Joan Costello-Check

Joan Costello-Check

May 6, 2023

Joan Costello-Check passed away May 6, 2023. Loving mom to Margie Vogel (Wayne), Charles, Jr. (Donna), Joanne Truman (John), Robert (Lisa) and the late Ronald. Cherished Grandmom to Ronald, Jr., Adam, Jessica, Katherine, Kelly Anne, Alicia, Michael, Steven, Ryan, Robert, Jr., and Lauren. Great-Grandmom to Mayce Anne, Kyle Edward, Weston,...

Florence M. Gibson (Nee Yarnall)

Florence M. Gibson (Nee Yarnall)

May 6, 2023

Florence M. Gibson (nee Yarnall) passed away peacefully at her home with her family on  May 6, 2023. Born & raised in Roxborough, PA. Beloved wife of the late John D. Gibson. Loving mother to John M. (Teresa), Robert (Hope), Mark (Valerie) and Rachel Baldwin (Scott). Loving Mom-mom to many Grandchildren...

Joseph Edward Kraus

Joseph Edward Kraus

May 5, 2023

Joseph E. Kraus passed away May 5, 2023. He was a beloved husband to Margaret (nee Simonet) and a loving father to Joseph (Alicia). A cherished grand pop to Jason and Heidi. A dear brother to Francis and Richard. Joe was also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, May...

Norman P. Dene

Norman P. Dene

May 4, 2023

Norman P. Dene passed away peacefully on May 4, 2023 at the age of 92. A proud United States Marine Corps Veteran and 1947 graduate of North Catholic High School. Beloved husband of the late Gloria T. Dene. Loving father of Patricia Cassidy (Manus), Elizabeth A. Dene, Margaret Brescia (Mike), and William Dene (Claudia). Dear Grandpop/Pop Pop of...

George W. Plocher, Jr.

George W. Plocher, Jr.

May 3, 2023

George W. Plocher, Jr. passed away May 3, 2023.  Loving husband of Patsy (nee Senior).  Beloved father of Michael Plocher (Linda), Brenda Plocher, and the late George Plocher (the late Barb). Dear Pop of Mark (Deena), Nichole (Charles), Brett, Ashley, Jessica (Frank), Melissa (Tom),...

Jerry "Butch" Benedick, Jr.

Jerry "Butch" Benedick, Jr.

May 3, 2023

Jerry "Butch" Benedick, Jr., age 66, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.

Loving husband of Pinky Benedick (nee McCall).  Beloved father of Jacci Benedick (Shane), Jamie Leigh Gamble (Phil), Jerry, and the late Jimmy.  Adored Pop of Jameson.  Also survived by nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday,...

Eleanor Cherry

Eleanor Cherry

May 1, 2023

Eleanor Cherry (nee Rapone) passed away on May 1, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Jacob Cherry and formally married Clemente Gagliardi. Eleanor was a resident of Yardley for past 40 years. Loving Mother of Dr. Gary Gagliardi, Dennis Gagliardi (Robyn), Janice Gagliardi (Gary Thompson), Dr. Gregory Gagliardi (Karen) and her stepdaughter Stacey Jansen (Mark). Dear Nonna...

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...

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