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Maureen Agnew-Dimes

Maureen Agnew-Dimes

Sep 21, 2025

Maureen Agnew-Dimes passed away on September 21, 2025, at the age of 64. She was the beloved wife of 30 years to Todd, and the loving mother of Maura Dimes and Colleen Dimes. Dear sister of Dolores Matecki (Michael), Kathy Bogas (Mark), Colleen Smith (Robert), Jack Agnew (Maria), and Joseph Agnew. Maureen is also survived by many cherished nieces,...

Ramon Rivera

Ramon Rivera

Sep 20, 2025

Ramon N. Rivera, age 77, a proud United States Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War and longtime resident of Philadelphia, passed away on September 20, 2025. Ramon was deeply devoted to his country, having honorably served in the Marines, and later continued a lifetime of service through a 48-year career as a guard for the United States...

Elly G. Crowley

Elly G. Crowley

Sep 19, 2025

Elly G. Crowley (née Schott), age 102, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved daughter of the late Eric and Elise Schott. She was the cherished wife of the late Albert "Ace" Crowley and devoted mother to Robert, John (Eileen), Nancy Elliott (Tom), and the late James, Albert "Bucky", and Jayne Crowley. Elly...

Gilbert J. Damis, Sr.

Gilbert J. Damis, Sr.

Sep 18, 2025

Gil was raised in the Tacony section of Phila with his 4 brothers and 7 sisters. They were close and fun loving siblings.

Gil proudly served in the United States Army. He received his infantry training at Fort Knox and earned his "Marksman" badge for proficiency in M1, carbine, Browning Automatic rifles and machine guns. He was...

Samuel V. Autieri

Samuel V. Autieri

Sep 17, 2025

Samuel V. Autieri passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Rita (née Catrini). Loving father of Michael (Katherine), Lisa Eddowes, and Laura Aileo (Michael). Cherished Grandpop to Helen, Matthew, Stephen, Daniel (Natalie), Rachael, Michele, Nicholas (Kelsey), Alyssa (Matthew), and Christopher. Dear brother of Richard (Janice) and...

Domenico A. De Laurentiis

Domenico A. De Laurentiis

Sep 15, 2025

Domenico A. De Laurentiis passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025. He was the beloved husband of 60 years to Beatriz (née Perez); devoted father of Mario De Laurentiis (Kimberly) and Sabrina Krouse De Laurentiis (Frank); and proud Popi to his cherished grandchildren Tyler, Frankie, Alexa, and Nicholas. Dear brother to Mario F. De Laurentiis and cousin to Nick...

Christopher J. Direnzo

Christopher J. Direnzo

Sep 14, 2025

It is with great sadness we share the unexpected passing of Christopher J. DiRenzo, Sr., age 44, who passed away on September 14, 2025. Chris was born and raised in Northeast Philadelphia. He was a diehard Eagle fan and loved to fish. Chris loved spending time with his family. Chris was employed at Walmart, where he worked as a...

Georgetta H. Resikoff

Georgetta H. Resikoff

Sep 14, 2025

Georgetta H. Resikoff (nee Hampton) passed away on September 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Beloved wife of Ronald Resikoff. Devoted mother of John Williams, Jr. (Staci), David Williams (Lisa), George Williams (Billie), and Mark Resikoff (Emmie). Loving Mom-mom of 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Emma Douglas (Howard deceased), Leona...

James D. Jaycox, Sr.

James D. Jaycox, Sr.

Sep 12, 2025

James D. Jaycox, Sr passed away peacefully September 12, 2025 at the age of 92. The most comforting aspect of his passing was that he died on his late wife's Carol's birthday. They had been married for 65 years. He is now dancing with his wife in heaven.

Loving father of J. David Jaycox, Jr. (Susan) and...

Richard J. White

Richard J. White

Sep 10, 2025

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Richard J. White, "RJ" age 80 passed away peacefully September 10, 2025.  Beloved husband of 56 years to Susan (nee Tiano), Rich was a devoted partner and best friend.  Son of the late Edward and Pauline...

Carole M. Layton

Carole M. Layton

Sep 9, 2025

Carole M. Layton (née Charlton), of Fishtown, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of 66 years to John Layton, Carole was the cherished mother of Carole Turchi (John), Linda Kearney (Terry), Lisa Layton, Kelly Sanabria (Aquilino), and Jacqulyn Thoroughgood (Patrick). She was a devoted "Gmom" to...

Dominick Ray Baker, Jr.

Dominick Ray Baker, Jr.

Sep 9, 2025

It is with great sadness we share the unexpected passing of Dominick Ray Baker, Jr, age 31, who went to be with the Lord on September 9, 2025.  Dominick attended St. Hilary of Portier grade school and graduated from Father Judge High School. He was a devoted lover of hockey and played from the time he could put on...

Nicholas K. Werwinski

Nicholas K. Werwinski

Sep 8, 2025

Nicholas K. Werwinski, passed away on September 8, 2025, after a long illness. By his side was his beloved wife Carol (nee Thompson). Nick was the devoted father of the late Scott R. Thompson Sr. He was the son-in-law of Dolores and the late William Thompson and the son of the late Christine Klinicki. He was the proud Pop...

Dorothy "Dot" Eckert (Nee Sondinger)

Dorothy "Dot" Eckert (Nee Sondinger)

Sep 8, 2025

Dorothy "Dot" Eckert (née Sondinger) passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025 at the age of 95.

Beloved wife of the late Frederick J. Eckert, Sr., Dot was the cherished mother of Theresa McBride (the late Patrick), Richard Eckert (Terry), Karen Napolitan (Joseph), and the late Frederick Eckert, Jr.

She was a devoted grandmother to...

Marianne M. Woolslayer

Marianne M. Woolslayer

Sep 6, 2025

Marianne M. Woolslayer (nee Wagner) passed away on September 6, 2025. Beloved wife of William. Loving mother of Suzanne Woolslayer, Christine Woolslayer (Christopher Burnhauser), and Julie Woolslayer. Cherished "Mimi" to her seven adored grandchildren. Marianne found her greatest joy in caring for her family. She loved spending time in the kitchen, always cooking up...

Joseph S. Maguire

Joseph S. Maguire

Sep 3, 2025

Joseph S. Maguire passed away suddenly September 3, 2025 at the age of 71.

Beloved husband of 47 years to Rita (nee Santarone). Loving father of Jacqueline Dausuel (Marc) and Allison Zacconi. Pop to Joey Zacconi, Olivia Zaconni and Dominic Dausuel. Joe is the son of the late Frank, Sr. and Margaret Maguire. Dear brother of Frank,...

Charles F. Hamer, Jr.

Charles F. Hamer, Jr.

Sep 2, 2025

Charles F. Hamer, Jr., age 92, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025.

A proud U.S. Army veteran, Charles was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. He spent many years as a truck driver with the Teamsters Local 107 before retiring. Charles was also a passionate Phillies fan and an avid bowler who enjoyed the...

Jenny V. Burns

Jenny V. Burns

Sep 2, 2025

Jenny V. Burns (née Simeti) passed away on September 2, 2025.

Beloved wife of the late Gerald Sr. Loving mom of Gerald Jr. (Nidya) and Jennifer Burns. Cherished Grandmom of Gerald III, Matthew, Paul III, Kyle, Joseph, Angelina, Raquel, and Rafael. Jenny is also survived by many brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited...

John A. Oerth, Sr.

John A. Oerth, Sr.

Sep 2, 2025

John A. Oerth, Sr., age 94, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Rosemary and a devoted father to John Jr. "Jack" (Karen), James (Pamela), and Michael (Carol). Cherished Granddad to Brian, Brandon, Jonathan, Daniel, Addie, and Madeline, and proud Great-Granddad of Samuel, Nicholas, Jamie, Joanna, and Zachary. He is also...

Jaraslawa "Gloria", "Slawka", "Jeri" Dmyterko

Jaraslawa "Gloria", "Slawka", "Jeri" Dmyterko

Sep 1, 2025

Jeri Dmyterko lost her battle to kidney cancer on September 1, 2025 surrounded by her daughters and friends, whom she called family. She was born on October 22, 1950 to Joseph and Maria Smoczylo who were Ukrainian refugees in Leicester, England. In 1954, Jeri and her parents immigrated to Philadelphia.  As an only child she was doted on by...

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