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Charles F. Patchell

Charles F. Patchell

Nov 24, 2021

Charles passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2021 at the age of 70.  Father of Christian (Melissa), Brian (Lauren), Cara Ann, and Jenna Patchell.  Grandfather of Maximus, Isabella, Gabriella, and Francesca.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects from 9-11 A.M. on Thursday at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.

John P. Gordon

John P. Gordon

Nov 22, 2021

John P. Gordon passed away November 22, 2021 at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Denise (nee Fortunato). Loving father of Heather Finley (Stephen), and Amy Young. Dear Pop Pop of Maria, Hannah, Hope, Chase, Lauren, Michael, Rylee, and Jackson. Brother of Donald Gordon. Also survived by his niece and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing...

Albert G. Harris, Sr.

Albert G. Harris, Sr.

Nov 22, 2021

Albert G. Harris, Sr. on November 22, 2021 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Quinn). Loving father of Michael (Nicole), Joseph, and Albert Jr. Dear pop pop of Lauren E., Sophia, Nathaniel, and Emily. Al had a 45-year career with Johnson N. Towers in Mount Laurel, NJ. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday...

Nicholas R. Quigley

Nicholas R. Quigley

Nov 20, 2021

Nicholas Richard Quigley passed away suddenly on November 20, 2021 at the age of 33. Nick was born and raised in Northeast Philly, a proud "Judge Head" and the biggest Philly sports fan (except for the Flyers). He is in paradise now with his heroes Pop and Uncle Rich. Nick will be deeply missed by many. He was the...

Robert W. Harris

Robert W. Harris

Nov 19, 2021

Robert W. Harris, age 83 of Fairless Hills, PA passed away peacefully on Friday November 19, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Steubenville Ohio and moved to Morrisville, PA where he married and started his family. He was a US Navy Veteran and was retired from USS Steel and US government. Son of the...

John A. Young "Jack"

John A. Young "Jack"

Nov 19, 2021

John A. Young "Jack" passed away on November 19, 2021 at the age of 75. He was a US Army veteran.  Loving father of Brian (Jessica), and Michael. Cherished "Papa Jack" of Caiden, Avery, Logan and Gabriel.  Dear brother of Jerry, Vince, Dottie, Maria, Robert, and the late Joe, Michael, and Gloria. He is also survived by many loving...

Thomas F. Clawges

Thomas F. Clawges

Nov 16, 2021

Thomas F. Clawges on November 16, 2021 at the age of 100. Beloved husband of the late Clara M. (nee Aab). Loving father of Phyllis Rosella (and the late Anthony), Carol Ferrier (and the late Ken), Frances Brossman (Jay) Sandra Rudoi and the late Patricia Papiernik. Cherished  pop pop of 17 grandchildren and 41 great grandchildren and 22 great...

Josephine M. Witbeck (Nee Wisniewski)

Josephine M. Witbeck (Nee Wisniewski)

Nov 15, 2021

Josephine M. passed away November 15, 2021.  Devoted mother of Allen, Susan (William), and Linda (Kenny).  Loving Grandmom of 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; Aunt Sissy to many nieces and nephews.  Josephine will also be sadly missed by her furry grand and great granddogs.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Saturday, November 20, 2021,...

Linda Melfi Alder

Linda Melfi Alder

Nov 15, 2021

Linda passed away unexpectedly November 15, 2021 at the age of 49.  Loving wife of David Alder.  Beloved daughter of Eleanor and the late William Melfi.  Sister of William Melfi, III (Carole), and Donna Plasky (Daniel).  Also survived by nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects Monday, 9-10:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME,...

Catherine A. Cwenar

Catherine A. Cwenar

Nov 15, 2021

In life, we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, no one else will ever fill. Catherine was the loving wife of the late Joseph A. Cwenar, Jr. Mother of Kathy Obermeier (Bill), Stan (Lisa), Joe (Lynn), Andy, Michele (Vicki), Tom (Lynn) and Bob McCarron (Janet). Also survived by 16 grandchildren,...

Carol A. Heison (Nee Hurford)

Carol A. Heison (Nee Hurford)

Nov 13, 2021

Carol A. Heison (nee Hurford) passed away November 13, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Harry J. Heison, Jr.  Carol will be sadly missed by her loving cousins and extended family.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday, November 18, 2021, 9:00 AM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, followed by her Funeral Service 11:00 AM. ...

Rocco R. Carangi, Sr.

Rocco R. Carangi, Sr.

Nov 12, 2021

Rocco R. Sr., passed away November 12, 2021.  Devoted husband of Irene (nee Devine).  Beloved father of Joseph, Maryanne, and the late Rocco R. Jr., and Edward.  Dear father in law of Kate Carangi.  Loving Bebop of nine grandchildren.  Services and Interment are Private for the Family.

Diane B. Ebner (Nee Bleil)

Diane B. Ebner (Nee Bleil)

Nov 12, 2021

Diane B. Ebner (nee Bleil) passed away November 12, 2021.  Beloved wife of 60 years to  Charles.  Devoted mother of Chad and Gary (Cheryl).  Loving Mom Mom of Allison and AJ.  Pre-deceased by her sister Patricia Cohill.  Survived by her sister Josephine Gardner and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Tuesday,...

Joseph M. Pollock

Joseph M. Pollock

Nov 12, 2021

Loving husband of the late Kathy.  Beloved father of Joseph.  Son-in-law of Catherine Quitmeyer.  Brother of Charles, Dennis, Kenneth, Jack, Michael, and Kevin.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects on Friday, from 9-10:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 10:30 A.M. ...

Linda B. Dahill

Linda B. Dahill

Nov 11, 2021

Loving daughter of Barbara Schaeffer and the late John Dahill.  Beloved sister of Joyce Jesko, John Dahill, and Barbie McDonald.  Mother of Kimberly and Brian.  Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 1 great grandson, and nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Wednesday morning, 10-11:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila.,...

Joanna V. Devlin (Nee Szatny)

Joanna V. Devlin (Nee Szatny)

Nov 9, 2021

Joanna V. Devlin (nee Szatny) passed away November 9, 2021. Wonderful, loving Wife to the late Charles. Beloved Mommy to Joanne Babnew (David) and Barbara Ross. Mom-Mom to David, Phillip, Jill, Matthew, Thomas, Alexa and Loren and Great-Grandmom to Kinsley and Charles. She is also survived by her brother Reginald Szatny and her brother-in-law Raymond Devlin. Viewing 10AM-11AM Friday...

Raymond A. Andrejczak

Raymond A. Andrejczak

Nov 9, 2021

Father of Raymond (Paula), Dennis (Colleen) and Diana (Michael Frontino) Andrejczak.  Grandpop of Dennis, Natalie, Autumn, and Gemma.  Brother of Joseph Andrejczak and Lorraine Cortese.  Also survived by nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects November 18, 2021, Thursday , at the FOP Senior Citizens Center, 730 Byberry Rd., Phila., PA...

Daniel E. Ebert

Daniel E. Ebert

Nov 9, 2021

Daniel E. passed away November 9, 2021.  Beloved husband of 53 years to Patti (nee Riener).  Devoted father of Kathleen Rieser (Keith), Susie Baptista (Mark), Danielle Petrillo (David), and Tim (Michelle).  Loving Poppy of Lexy, Max, Michaela, Jake, Maddie, Lianna, Ava, Justin, Isabelle, Lily, and Gracie.  Dear brother of  Maggie Griffin and the late Rosemary Beisel; also survived by nieces...

Joann C. Wallace

Joann C. Wallace

Nov 9, 2021

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Joann Wallace (née McElroy) passed away Tuesday, November 9th, 2021 surrounded by her family and friends. She was 75 years old.

Stanley J. Marchel

Stanley J. Marchel

Nov 6, 2021

Stanley J. Marchel passed away November 6, 2021 at the age of 68. Beloved husband of Carmella (nee Laurelli). Loving father of Genevieve Ryan, Shawn Ryan (Genevieve), and Carmella Monteleone (Steve). Dear Poppy of Patrick Stroup, Mikaela Rollinson, and Salvatore Monteleone. Brother of Betty Ann, Susan, Kathy, Stephen, and the late Paula. Also survived by his loving nieces and...

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