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Frederick "Fred" D. Reese Jr.

Frederick "Fred" D. Reese Jr.

Aug 16, 2021

Frederick "Fred" D. Reese Jr., age 70, of Fairless Hills, died Monday, August 16, 2021 at St. Mary's Hospital in Langhorne, PA. He was the beloved husband of 30 years to Kathleen A. (Bauder) Reese. Born and raised, in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Fred Reese Sr. and Janet (Lynd) Reese. In addition to his wife, Fred ...

Richard D. Goodman "Ricky"

Richard D. Goodman "Ricky"

Aug 14, 2021

Richard D. Goodman "Ricky" passed away August 14, 2021 with his family by his side. He was a US Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of Dolores (nee Yannuzzi). Loving father of Albert (Pat), Dottie Finch (the late Jack), Mark (Joanne), Sue Wells (Tim), Barbara, Annemarie, Dave, and the late Don. Dear Poppy of 12 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He is...

Dominic J. Mazzeo

Dominic J. Mazzeo

Aug 12, 2021

Dominic J. Mazzeo passed away August 12, 2021. Husband to Dianne (née Kent). Loving father to Sister Angela Mari e Mazzeo CSFN and Lisa Steen (Edward). Beloved pop - pop to Ryan and Melanie. Dominic was also survived by siblings Carmen "Buddy", Anthony, Michael and the late Santo "Sam". Relatives and friends are invited to gather at St. Katherine...

Joseph J. Sammons

Joseph J. Sammons

Aug 12, 2021

Joseph J. Sammons passed away August 12, 2021 at the age of 76. A resident of Cape May Courthouse and former resident of Philadelphia (East Torresdale and Fishtown). He was a Vietnam Veteran, retired Teamster from local 107 and active member with the DAV of North Wildwood NJ. He is the beloved husband of 55 years to Jane (nee Quinn),...

Elizabeth "Betty" A. Robbins

Elizabeth "Betty" A. Robbins

Aug 12, 2021

(nee Graham - Gross) on August 12, 2021 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Lisa Schule (James), Joseph Graham (Diane), Stephen Graham (Jeanine) and Michael Robbins (Joy). Dear grandmom of Jimmy Jr., Matthew, Zach, Joseph Jr., Emy, Max, Trevor, Reece, Carolyn , Jack and Luke. Great grandmom of James III and...

Samuel P. Zieminski, Sr.

Samuel P. Zieminski, Sr.

Aug 11, 2021

Samuel P. Zieminski, Sr. passed away August 11, 2021 at the age of 76. Loving husband of Claire "Terry" (nee Preso). Loving father of Joseph (Nicole), Samuel Jr. (Sherry), Gregory (Danielle), and Stacyann. Dear Pop of Alexis, Patrick, and Haley. Brother of Carol Kehoe (Fran). He is also survived by many loving cousins, nieces and nephews. Sam was...

Ann C. Mcgrath

Ann C. Mcgrath

Aug 11, 2021

Ann C. McGrath, age 87, on August 11, 2021.  Ann was a lifelong resident of Philadelphia and a devoted parishioner of St Jerome's since 1956. Ann was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years J. Vincent McGrath, and is the mother of Colleen Ryan (William), Vince McGrath (Sherry), Sean McGrath (Patty), Patricia DiSanto (Daniel), Stephen McGrath (Colleen),...

Dorothy "Dottie/Dotsie" Panzera (Nee Perretti)

Dorothy "Dottie/Dotsie" Panzera (Nee Perretti)

Aug 9, 2021

Our beloved Mother, Dorothy (Dottie/Dotsie) Perretti Panzera's time on Earth came to an end on August 9, 2021, at the age of 91. She had a fabulous life. She was born in the family home in the Bronx on December 11, 1929. Her early tomboy life included roller skating, playing basketball and riding on the back of her brother's...

Kevin C. Jenkins

Kevin C. Jenkins

Aug 8, 2021

Kevin C. Jenkins passed suddenly August, 8, 2021, at the age of 61.  Loving father of Colena, Michael, Curtis, and Hasson.  Dear Pop Pop of Laylah and Jrue.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather, Saturday, August 14, 2021, 9:30 AM St. Albert the Great Church, 212 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, followed by his Memorial Mass 10:00 AM....

William J. Creelman

William J. Creelman

Aug 8, 2021

William J. Creelman, age 96, passed away on August 8, 2021 and was a former resident of Philadelphia.  He served in the European and Pacific Theaters with both the U.S. Navy and Army.  He was a longtime employee of Honeywell; who enjoyed Jeopardy!, baseball, and crossword puzzles.

Loving husband of the late Anne (nee Koziela).  Father of...

David J. Craig, Jr.

David J. Craig, Jr.

Aug 6, 2021

David J. Jr., passed away August 6, 2021, at the age of 92.  Beloved husband of the late Louise.  Devoted father of James (Donna), Steven, and Donna.  Loving Grandpop of Ashley (Eric), Jimmy, Daniel, Abigail, and Emily; great grandfather to Laighla and Karson.  David was a retired employee of McCaffrey's Supermarkets after 30 years of service. Relatives and friends are...

Robert J. Gilmer

Robert J. Gilmer

Aug 5, 2021

Please click Livestream to watch the service at 3:45 on Sunday.

Loving husband of Linda.  Beloved father of Samantha Perch (Brian), Frank Lorenti (Meghan), Catrina Murphy (Gerard) and David Gilmer.  Pop-Pop of Ariana, Raylene, Gianna, Killian, Katya, Laila, Frank Jr., Brennan, and Colton.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Sunday, 2-3:45 P.M. at...

David T. Hanratty

David T. Hanratty

Aug 4, 2021

David passed away suddenly on August 4, 2021.

Son of the late David and Agnes Hanratty.  Brother of Nancy OBrick, Michael Hanratty, and the late Thomas and Jackie Hanratty.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects Tuesday, 9-10:15 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford...

Genevieve R. Dispirito (Née Laino)

Genevieve R. Dispirito (Née Laino)

Aug 4, 2021

Genevieve R. DiSpirito (née Laino) passed away August 4, 2021. Beloved wife to Pasquale for 70 years. Loving mother to Nadine Silcox (Richard), Daria Potosky (Joseph), Michael (D'Arcy) and Neil (Elizabeth). Genevieve was also the loving Grammy to 13 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren with one more on the way. Genevieve is also survived by her brother Michael Laino....

Catherine Clancy

Catherine Clancy

Aug 3, 2021

Catherine Clancy passed away August 3, 2021 with her family by her side. Loving mother of Melissa Clancy, and Daniel Nolan. Dear grandmom of William Kessler and Shannon Hopkins. Great grandmom of Robert Vidmosko, Ryan Hopkins, and Liam Hopkins arriving in October. Services are private.

Mary Jane Vesey

Mary Jane Vesey

Aug 1, 2021

Please click ZOOM to watch the funeral mass at 11 A.M. on Friday, August 6, 2021. Meeting ID:  821 3081 4302 Passcode:  937100 Mary Jane Vesey passed suddenly, August 1, 2021.  Beloved daughter of the late M. Thomas and Mary J. (nee Meehan).  Loving sister of Margaret Vesey McShane (Dan), Nancy, Thomas (Jennifer), Matthew (Katherine), Brian (Reilly), and the late...

John Michael Boruch, Sr.

John Michael Boruch, Sr.

Jul 31, 2021

John attended Lincoln High School and Henry Ford Trade School excelling in Shop Trigonometry. John was a member of the Birch Athletic Club and Frankford Yellow Jackets Football Team. He served in the U.S. Army from January 29, 1953 to January 21, 1955 and was awarded the OCC Medal. John was a machinist at Budd Co., enjoyed fishing, carpentry,...

Lucian Ladzinski

Lucian Ladzinski

Jul 30, 2021

Lucian Ladzinski passed away on July 30, 2021 at the age of 75. Loving husband of Maria (Pracon). Devoted father of Mark (Kristen) and Janet Ladzinski. Also survived by his large extended family. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday August 3, 2021 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave.,...

Joan M. Campbell (Nee Wright)

Joan M. Campbell (Nee Wright)

Jul 30, 2021

Loving wife of the late Charles.  Beloved mother of Margie DiValerio, Colleen Campbell, Kelly Campbell, and Katie Haggerty (Fran).  Mom-Mom of Aubrey, Keagan, Boden, Conall, and Emery.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday, 9:30-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 11 A.M.  Interment Sunset Memorial Park.

Harry R. Gunsenhouser, Iv

Harry R. Gunsenhouser, Iv

Jul 28, 2021

Harry R. Gunsenhouser, IV passed away suddenly on July 28, 2021 at the age of 36. Beloved son of Harry and Debbie Gunsenhouser, III of Laurinburg, NC. Loving husband of Jamie (nee Meno), of Cinnaminson, NJ. Dear father of Harry V, Mason, Greyson, and Maverick Roy arriving in October. Brother of Angelo Rodriguez, Melissa Rodriguez (Jason Lampkin), and Debbie...

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