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Timothy T. Hill

Timothy T. Hill

Nov 14, 2022

Timothy T. Hill on November 14, 2022 at the age of 44, surrounded by his loved ones. Tim was the son of Kathleen Hill and the late William Hill. Loving husband of Kristine (nee Turner). Beloved father of Holly, Billy, and Danny. Dear brother of Bill (Lori), Kevin (Amy), Matt (Katie), and Patrick (Aimee). Tim is also survived by...

Joseph F. Payne

Joseph F. Payne

Nov 13, 2022

Beloved husband of Janice (nee SKWIRUT).  Loving father of Ryan (Dana) and Jennifer Payne.  Grandpop of Finnigan and Emilia.  Brother of Patricia Manton (the late Harry) and the late James (Jerry).  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday, 8-9:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila.,...

Joan C. Busler (Nee Elliott)

Joan C. Busler (Nee Elliott)

Nov 12, 2022

Joan C. (nee Elliott) passed away peacefully on November 12th, two days after her 90th birthday.  Devoted mother to Beth Ann DeWeese (Jeffrey) and the late Gina Busler, who she raised as a single mother.  She is predeceased by her parents Albert and Regina (McLees/McCourt) as well as her brother and sister - John Elliott and Margaret Crompton.  Joan was...

Paul J. Kilian

Paul J. Kilian

Nov 11, 2022

Paul J. Kilian passed away November 11, 2022. Beloved husband to Patricia (Hevener). Loving father to Karen Fanaro (Walt) and Kerry (Elizabeth). Dear Pop-Pop to Tracy Mero, the late Michael Mero and Great Pop-Pop to Malaki.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday, November 16, 2022 , at Burns Funeral Home ,...

Joan H. Dugan

Joan H. Dugan

Nov 10, 2022

Joan H. Dugan passed away November 10, 2022.  Loving companion of the late James Harley, Sr.  Beloved sister of Brigetta Latham (David), Peter Dugan (Patricia), Clarinda Reilly (Michael), Cornelius Dugan, and the late Nancy Stampone, James Dugan, Patrick Dugan, and Joseph Dugan.  Joan will also be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and fur...

Josephine M. Shellenberger

Josephine M. Shellenberger

Nov 10, 2022

Josephine Mary Shellenberger (nee Gibbs) peacefully passed away on November 10, 2022 after a short illness. Born in Philadelphia, she was the youngest daughter of the late Henry and Josephine Gibbs (nee McShane). Beloved wife of John M. Shellenberger; loving mother of Jennifer Fischer (Michael), John H. Shellenberger (Melissa), Jeffrey Shellenberger (Ava), and Joanna Shellenberger. Devoted Grandmom "Gummy" of...

Ann O'Connor "Nancy" (Nee Mahoney)

Ann O'Connor "Nancy" (Nee Mahoney)

Nov 10, 2022

ANN "NANCY" O'CONNOR (NEE MAHONEY) On November 10, 2022, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Charles M., Jr., loving mother of Patty McCarthy (Jack), Michael (Judy), Kevin, Christopher, and the late Timothy (Theresa); dear Mom Mom of twelve grandchildren: Brian McCusker (Alyse), Tim McCusker (Jenn), Bridget Danes (Zane), Kate Vandevender (George), Bernadette Posavec (Jamie), Tim O'Connor,...

Roy S. Bennington, Iii

Roy S. Bennington, Iii

Nov 9, 2022

Roy unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at the age of 50.

Loving husband of Alison (nee Hubbard).  Beloved father of Sebastian, Hailey (James), Olivia (Luciano), Tyler, and Emily.  Papa of James.  Brother of Steven, Michael, Johnny, and Brian.  Son of the late Barbara and Roy Bennington, Jr. (Jalanda).  Also survived by many other family...

Randall "Randy" G. Vale

Randall "Randy" G. Vale

Nov 9, 2022

Randall G. Vale "Randy" unexpectedly passed away on November 9, 2022, at the age of 65. Loving father of Kalynda Martin (Dewayne) and Randy Vale. Dear pop pop of Demetri, Deva, Diamond, Nyjella and Zariya. Randy had a long-standing career with Philadelphia Gas Works and was a proud civil servant. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday...

Regina M. Graziani (Nee Meeks)

Regina M. Graziani (Nee Meeks)

Nov 7, 2022

Regina M. Graziani (nee Meeks) passed away November 7, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Darius Graziani. Regina will be laid to rest with her husband at Resurrection Cemetery.

Melissa M. Johansen

Melissa M. Johansen

Nov 5, 2022

Melissa M. Johansen passed away suddenly on November 5, 2022. Loving mother to Demetrius Vega and Darius Johansen. Beloved daughter to Elizabeth "Betty" Fox and Richard Johansen (Tonya). Dear sister to Ruth Johansen, Michael Fox, Richard Johansen, Amanda Johansen, Brittany Johansen, Kevin Lebus, Alex Lebus and Samantha Nieves. She was the cherished granddaughter to Elizabeth Campbell. Melissa was a...

Mary C. Mahan (Nee Kirk)

Mary C. Mahan (Nee Kirk)

Nov 5, 2022

Mary C. Mahan (nee Kirk), age 88, of Philadelphia, died peacefully on November 5, 2022 surrounded by her family. Mary is preceded in death by her loving husband Jim, and their son Jimmy. She is the devoted mother of Patrice McIlhenny (Matt), Dan (Jennifer), Theresa Kubler (Mike), Lizanne Markus (John), and Eileen Veit (George). She is also survived by...

Susan M. Dobrowolski

Susan M. Dobrowolski

Nov 3, 2022

Susan M. Dobrowolski passed away November 3, 2022. Loving mother to Dana Cecilia Dobrowolski. Beloved daughter to Elsie (nee Melione) and the late Henry "Hank" Dobrowolski. Loving sister to Stevie Dobrowolski, David Dobrowolski (Denise), Diana Corning (Dave) and the late Johnny Dobrowolski. Dear Aunt to Devin (Ivy), Melissa, Ryan (Olivia) and Brenna. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Helen J. Slowik (Nee Damis)

Helen J. Slowik (Nee Damis)

Nov 3, 2022

Helen J. Slowik ( nee Damis ) passed from this life on November 3, 2022, at the astounding age of 101 years old. She survived her husband, Joseph J. Slowik by 30 years. Helen leaves behind her last surviving sibling, Gilbert (Geri) Damis as well as her son David (Carleene), grand children Margo Mocarski (Rich) and Jason...

Nicholas P. Thompson

Nicholas P. Thompson

Nov 2, 2022

Nicholas P. Thompson passed away November 2, 2022. Beloved son to Timothy Sr. and Karen (nee Miller). Loving brother to Timothy Jr. (Jessica) and Kayla. Cherished grandson of Helen Thompson (nee Naphys). Loving nephew to Charles Miller (Mary Sue), Robert Thompson, (Kathy), Kenny Thompson (Sue), James Thompson (Trish), Debra Devine, and god son to Deena Hodkinson. Nick was...

James Patrick Tarsnane

James Patrick Tarsnane

Nov 2, 2022

James Patrick Tarsnane passed away November 2, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Sandra and Jane. Devoted father of James (Laurie), Donna, and Brian. Loving grandpop of Jason, Jimmy, Anthony, Alexa, and Frank. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. James was a member of the Knights of Columbus as well as the Primrose Club at St....

Carol Ritacco (Nee Siravo)

Carol Ritacco (Nee Siravo)

Nov 2, 2022

Carol Ritacco (nee Siravo) passed away peacefully, with her daughter and sister by her side on November 2, 2022 at the age of 75. Beloved wife of the late Dennis Ritacco. Loving mother of Lisa Ritacco. Dear sister of Sue Whiteman (Brian). Adoring aunt of Jennifer Whiteman and Justin Whiteman (Mary); great aunt of Anthony and Dominic Whiteman. Dear...

Delia R. Pacheco

Delia R. Pacheco

Oct 29, 2022

Sunrise: December 31, 1936 Sunset: October 29, 2022 Delia Rosa Pacheco was born a gentle soul from Peñuelas, Puerto Rico. She aspired to inspire through her loving and welcoming heart. Delia is predeceased by her parents, Martin Pacheco and Italica Morales. Her sisters: Pura, Migdalia and Lydia Pacheco. Her late husband, Juan Luis Irizarry, who requested the honor of her...

Johanna P. Mcgarvey (Nee Quinn)

Johanna P. Mcgarvey (Nee Quinn)

Oct 28, 2022

Johanna P. McGarvey (born to Andrew and Dorothy Quinn), passed away from a short battle with cancer.  Beloved mother to Frank, Jr. (Babe), Jim (Reenie), Andy (Betsy) and Joe (Pam); grandmother to Mike (Caitlin), Kevin (Kristen), Ryan (Gina), Matthew, Molly (Nick), Jeffrey, Aidan and Anne; and great grandmother to Finleigh, Rowan, Annie, Sean, Patrick, Grace and Lily.  Johanna was preceded...

Michael O'Shea

Michael O'Shea

Oct 28, 2022

Michael D. O'Shea suddenly on October 28, 2022, at the age of 61. Beloved husband of Tina (nee Gallagher). Loving father of Tara O'Shea (Nicholas), and Mackenzie O'Shea (Andrew). Son of the late John and Elizabeth O'Shea. Brother of John (Dot), Tim (Mary Pat), Peggy (Dave) and the late William. He is also survived by his loving nieces and...

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