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Joan E. Kelly (Nee Tyrrell)

Joan E. Kelly (Nee Tyrrell)

Oct 28, 2022

Joan E Kelly peacefully went home to be with Jesus on Friday, October 28, 2022. She was an avid Phillies fan, active in her church, quilters and an animal lover. Devoted mother to Linda (Daniel) and the late Joseph M. Treasured Nana of Joan (Curtis), Christopher (Lauren), Christie (Ian), Teresa (Brian), Deanna, and the late Nicholas Phraner. Cherished great grandmother...

Raymond J. Smith

Raymond J. Smith

Oct 27, 2022

Raymond J. Smith on October 27,2022 at the age of 79. Loving husband of Margaret "Marge" (nee Lawson). Devoted father of Veronica "Ronnie" Pollazzi (Steve), Margaret "Margie" Smith (Brian), Ruthie Smith- Schernecke (Kevin), and the late Maureen Jardine. Dear pop of Sara, Dominic, Luke, Bella, Trent, Zachary, Danielle and Hailey. Brother of James Smith, Gina Doherty, and Lee Leszczynski....

Vagena Geraldine "Jerri" Mcdonough

Vagena Geraldine "Jerri" Mcdonough

Oct 27, 2022

Vagena Geraldine "Jerri" McDonough (nee Jarman) peacefully passed away October 27, 2022.  Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, she was the oldest daughter of the late Lloyd and Vagena Jarman (nee Sommerville). Beloved mother of Scott Colasanto (Lisa), Rob Colasanto (Bernadette), and Chris McDonough (Christina).  Loving Grandmom of Eryn, Tyler, Alexis, Brady, Kellan, Nico and Annika.  Dear sister of Thomas Jarman...

Robert J. Check

Robert J. Check

Oct 26, 2022

Robert J. Check, known as "Bob" to family and friends, died at the age of 80 on October 26, 2022 in Rockville, Maryland. He passed peacefully with his son and daughter by his side.

Born in the Bridesburg neighborhood to Mary R. and Joseph H. Check, Bob was a proud Philadelphian. He graduated from Father...

Daniel A. Dwyer

Daniel A. Dwyer

Oct 25, 2022

Daniel A. Dwyer, Dan, "Dano" passed away suddenly October 25, 2022, at the age of 44. Beloved father of Gavin Daniel Dwyer. Loving son of Ellen (nee Maguire) and the late Daniel J. Dwyer. Dear brother of Erin Dwyer. Dan is also survived by his many loving family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to Daniel's...

Wayne Michael Chepress

Wayne Michael Chepress

Oct 24, 2022

Wayne Michael Chepress passed away suddenly on October 24, 2022. Michael was survived by his loving parents, Wayne and Linda (nee Ford). Loving dad to Mellisa and Shelby and Step-Dad to Joey. Pop-Pop to Clayton. Beloved fiancé to Amanda Cissorsky. Mike is also survived by his sister Racquel Chepress and brother Jason (Grace). Dear uncle to Jeremy,...

Dorothy A. Rooney Dmd

Dorothy A. Rooney Dmd

Oct 23, 2022

Dorothy A. Rooney, DMD,  passed away peacefully at her home with her husband by her side, October 23,2022. Beloved wife of Allan Shannon. Loving daughter of William and Dorothy (nee Moore) Rooney. Dear stepmother of Jessica. Devoted sister to Mary Anne Rooney, Kevin Rooney (Elisa), Patricia Hartman (John), Bill Rooney (Cathy), John Rooney (Joanne), Karen Rainey (Mark), Teresa...

Michael T. Mcguire

Michael T. Mcguire

Oct 22, 2022

Michael T. McGuire passed away October 22, 2022 at the age of 48. Loving father of Michael Jr., Colin, Riley, and Keira. Beloved son of John and Margaret McGuire. Dear brother of Kelly McGrenra, Caroline Medlock (Michael), and Vincent McGuire (Elizabeth). Adoring uncle of many loving nieces and nephews. Michael was a graduate of Pennco Tech in 2006.

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Patricia Van Skiver

Patricia Van Skiver

Oct 22, 2022

Patricia VanSkiver sunrise October 27, 1939 sunset October 22, 2022. Daughter to the late John J. Burns, Sr. and Evelyn Burns. Wife to the late Richard F. Vanskiver, Sr. Loving mother of Linda, Michael, Jacqueline, James, Veronica, Robin, and the late Richard Jr. Sister to Eileen, James, and the late Anna Mae, Donald,...

Linda Pearce (Nee Domzalski) **Revised**

Linda Pearce (Nee Domzalski) **Revised**

Oct 21, 2022

Linda Pearce passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 21, 2022. Loving mother to Marie. Beloved fiancé to Joseph Ward. Dear sister to Joseph Domzalski (Chrissie), William Domzalski and Elizabeth Lamelza (the late Anthony). Linda was a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing...

Edwin F. Davies, Jr.

Edwin F. Davies, Jr.

Oct 20, 2022

Edwin F. Davies, Jr. passed away, at his beloved mountain home, on October 20, 2022, at the age of 87. Edwin was a U.S. Army veteran, retired general contractor, avid hunter, fisherman, golfer and longtime fan of Penn State football. He tirelessly volunteered as a baseball coach and Baseball Director at Our Lady of Calvary Athletic Association, as well...

Thomas E. Hennessey, Jr.

Thomas E. Hennessey, Jr.

Oct 18, 2022

Thomas E. Hennessey, Jr. passed away suddenly on October 18, 2022 at the age of 55. Beloved son of Thomas E. Hennessey, Sr. and the late Dorothy (nee O'Brien). Father of Crystal Hennessey. Loving brother of Kathleen Lukenheimer, Debra Hennessey, and Joseph Hennessey. Adoring uncle to many loving nieces and nephews. Tom was an avid sports fan. Relatives and...

Jean P. Kaewell (Nee Geraghty)

Jean P. Kaewell (Nee Geraghty)

Oct 18, 2022

Jean P. Kaewell passed away October 18, 2022.  Beloved wife of the late John Sr..  Loving mother of John Jr. (Barbara), Teresa Kaewell (Michael), Robert, and the late Susan.  Dear Mom-Mom of Brian, Adam (Stephanie), Sarah, and Brittany. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Thursday, October 27, 2022, 9:00 AM St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, followed by...

Thomas J. Tryon

Thomas J. Tryon

Oct 17, 2022

Thomas J. Tryon on October 17, 2022 at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Super). Devoted father of Thomas J. Jr. (Christine) and Kevin (Kristina). Dear pop pop of Joseph and Kevin Jr. Son of the late Herbert and Sophie Tryon. Brother of the late Sophie McLaughlin. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Saturday October...

Henry Piascik

Henry Piascik

Oct 17, 2022

Henry passed away suddenly on October 17, 2022 at the age of 71.  Loving husband of Theresa (nee MacMillan).  Beloved father of Henry, Jr. (Katherine Bock).  Uncle of Richard Piascik (Elizabeth).  Brother of the late Zygmunt Piascik (Mary).

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday morning, 9-10 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia...

George R. Furitsch, Sr.

George R. Furitsch, Sr.

Oct 16, 2022

George R. Furitsch, Sr., a proud Army Veteran of the Vietnam War passed suddenly October 16, 2022.  Beloved husband of Dorothy Keough.  Devoted father of George Jr. (Aleah).  Loving Pop Pop of GiaMarie Rose Furitsch.  Son of the late John and Elsa Furitsch.  Dear brother of Robert and the late Erich; survived by many loving nephews and friends.

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Norma V. Hevener

Norma V. Hevener

Oct 15, 2022

Norma V. Hevener passed away peacefully Saturday October 15, 2022. Loving wife to Herb of 72 years. Norma is survived by her cherished children Patricia (Paul), Herbert (the late Carol), John (Helen), Kenneth (Sandi), Joseph (Nancy), Marybeth (Stephen) and Linda. Also survived by 20 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and 9 great great-grandchildren. Services will be held privately at...

Catherine Anne Derocco (Nee Walsh)

Catherine Anne Derocco (Nee Walsh)

Oct 15, 2022

Catherine Anne "Cass" DeRocco (nee Walsh) passed away October 15, 2022, at the age of 93.  Beloved wife of the late Antimo J. DeRocco.  Loving mother of Madonna Dougherty (Andrew), Andrea Bramall (John), Antimo Jr. (Cheryl), Martino (Julie), and the late Regina Graziani and Diana DeRocco. Dear Grandmom of nine grandchildren and one great granddaughter; also survived by many nieces...

Donald J. Padova

Donald J. Padova

Oct 15, 2022

Donald J. Padova

December 29,1930 -October 15. 2022.

He passed peacefully at home with his family. He joins his cherished wife Anita of 66 years. Loving father of Donald (Kathleen) Cynthia, David, and Joseph (Frances). Grandfather of Andrea, Dominic (Kaylee), Mathew, David Jr., Amanda (Anthony) and Kevin, Raymond, and Andrew...

Dale L. Duxbury

Dale L. Duxbury

Oct 14, 2022

Dale L. Duxbury passed away October 14, 2022, at the age of 86.  Beloved husband of the late Juanita M.  Devoted father of Dale R. (Donna), Donna House (Bill), and Darlene Duxbury (Bill).

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Saturday, October 22, 2022, 9:00 AM Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024 Knights Road, Philadelphia, PA,...

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