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Cheryl R. Kenney (Nee Rice)

Cheryl R. Kenney (Nee Rice)

Jul 28, 2021

Cheryl R. Kenney (nee Rice) passed away July 28, 2021 at the age of 62. Beloved wife of Thomas Kenney. Loving mother of Brianna Furtek (Stephen), and Ryan Kenney. Dear sister of Barbara Filer (Tom). Also survived by her loving nieces, nephews, and her dear pups, Bristol and Casey. Cheryl worked in the Court of Common Pleas for the...

John "Sweeney" J. Gliwa

John "Sweeney" J. Gliwa

Jul 27, 2021

John J. Gliwa  "Sweeney" on July 27, 2021 at the age of 81. Beloved husband, father and grandfather. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Judy (nee McHale); son Matthew (Melissa), daughter Amanda Broderick (Matthew); grandchildren Abigail, Alexandra, Ashley and Roman Gliwa; Madeline, Ella, and Shane Broderick. Also survived by 9 sisters and 1 brother. John was a retired...

William D. Schneider, Sr. **Revised**

William D. Schneider, Sr. **Revised**

Jul 26, 2021

William D. Schneider, Sr. "Bill" passed peacefully July 26, 2021.  Beloved husband of 56 years to Joanne (nee Minghenelli).  Devoted father of William Jr. (Eileen), Linda Ziccardi (Dan), and Paul (Bridget).  Dear Pop of Paul, Danny, Karlie, Abby, and Dylan, great grandpop of Stella Jo and Paul III.  Dear brother of Robert Schneider (Louise), David (Maryanne), and Donald.  Bill...

Paul G. Mannon

Paul G. Mannon

Jul 25, 2021

Loving husband of Marlene (nee Phillips).  Father of Paul, Jr. (Maggie), Robert, Brian (Heather), and Kara Donohue (Phil).  Also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and siblings Raymond Mannon and Susan Brown.  He will be sadly missed by his pets Vanilla and Princess.  Relatives and friends are invited to his graveside service on Saturday, August 7, 2021, 11 A.M.,...

Melvin A. Aria

Melvin A. Aria

Jul 25, 2021

Please click here to Livestream the service at 10:30 A.M. on Friday.

Melvin A. Aria, son of the late Austin and Ada Aria (nee Flem), passed away peacefully on July 25, 2021, at the age of 83 years old in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  Survived by his beloved wife, Maria (nee Zak), of 49 years; loving father of Zachary...

Anthony R. Neri, Sr.

Anthony R. Neri, Sr.

Jul 23, 2021

Anthony R. Neri, Sr. passed unexpectedly July 23, 2021.  Beloved husband of Mary Lou (nee Bermel).  Devoted father of Anthony Jr., and Michael (Leigh).  Loving Papa of Andrew and Alexander.  Dear brother of Michael (Linda), Carol, and Gerald (Julia), uncle of Michael, Stephen, Michael, and John. A Navy Veteran during the Vietnam War, Anthony was a member of VFW...

Francine M. Ott

Francine M. Ott

Jul 22, 2021

Francine M. Ott "Fran" passed peacefully with her family and friends by her side July 22, 2021.  Devoted mother of Yvette Ott and Noelle Ott (Michael Brecko).  Loving Nana of Zane, Laily, Ellie, and Conner; preceded in death by her grandson Parker. Dear sister of K.C. Dietsch, and Marilyn Lalley.  Also survived by nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends are...

Joan Suzanne Cellucci

Joan Suzanne Cellucci

Jul 21, 2021

Loving mother of Karin Cellucci (Don Kontuly) and the late Suzanne J. Cellucci.  Also survived by her sister Ann Kuech; and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects Saturday, 9:30-10:15 A.M. at Assumption B.V.M. Church, 1900 Meadowbrook Road, Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053, followed by her Funeral Mass 10:30 AM.

In lieu...

Scherle Kathryn Connell (Nee Campbell)

Scherle Kathryn Connell (Nee Campbell)

Jul 21, 2021

Scherle Kathryn Connell (nee Campbell) was born on August 16, 1934 to her parents Katherine (nee Herzog) and William Campbell.  Scherle married her soulmate, Joseph Peter, in September 1955 and they shared 55 wonderful years together before Joseph's passing.  Scherle passed away peacefully at home with family on July 21, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Joseph.  Devoted mother...

Charles W. Krier

Charles W. Krier

Jul 19, 2021

Charles W. Krier passed away July 19, 2021. Loving husband of the late Helen (née Butts). Son of the late Paul and Margaret(née Becker)Krier. William is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services will be held privately at the families request.

Mary Joan Ryan

Mary Joan Ryan

Jul 19, 2021

Mary Joan Ryan passed away July 19, 2021 at the age of 72. Beloved wife of Michael Ryan. Loving mother of Joseph (Jenna). Dear Nana of Michael and James. Loving sister of James Alberici and dear sister-in-law to the Ryan Family. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Mary Jo was a secretary for Mayor Frank Rizzo,...

Michael J. Mccabe

Michael J. Mccabe

Jul 17, 2021

Michael J. McCabe passed away on July 17,2021 at the age of 60. Loving husband of Sandra (nee Doxzon). Devoted father of Amanda Kirby (Patrick), Melissa Plant (Andrew), Lauren (Eric), Lucas and the late Jerry. Dear poppy of Michael, Catlin, Sarah, Abby, Andrew Jr., Morgan, Fallon, Kendall and soon to be Madelyn. Brother of Donna Johnston (Ken), Brian (Mary),...

Linda M. Martin

Linda M. Martin

Jul 16, 2021

Linda M. Martin passed away July 16, 2021. Loving mother to John Gorski and Craig Gorski (Stepanie). Beloved grandmom to Raven. Linda is also survived by 3 brothers and 4 sisters. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Friday, July 23, 2021, from 10AM-11AM at Burns Funeral Home (1428 E. Columbia Ave., Philadelphia PA 19125) followed by her funeral...

James S. Swantek

James S. Swantek

Jul 16, 2021

James S. Swantek, Sr. passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 16, 2021. A retired US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of 55 years to Diane (nee Porter). Loving father of Theresa Funk, and James Jr. (Annmarie). Dear Pop of Michael, Nicole, Caitlyn, and Mikey; great grandpop of Luca. Jim was an avid Notre Dame fan...

Marc J. Moretti

Marc J. Moretti

Jul 15, 2021

Marc J. Moretti passed away on July 15, 2021 at the age of 64. Loving husband of 34 years to Michele (nee Etling). Devoted father of Marc Jr. and Nicholas. Dear pop pop of Leonardo. Son of the late Elvino "Pidge" and Joan Moretti. Brother of Elvino Jr.(Christine),Mary Beth Veight (Bob), Joel Moretti and the late Julia Ann Schreiber....

Michael P. Lyons, Sr.

Michael P. Lyons, Sr.

Jul 15, 2021

Michael P. Lyons, Sr. passed away July 15, 2021. Michael was the beloved husband of late Loretta (Gunsser). Loving dad Lisa Smith (Rich), Michael Jr. (Joanne), Lori (Jimmy), Amy and Erin (Walter). Loving Pop to many grand and great grandchildren. Michael was also survived by his brother Richard and his fiancé Catherine. Relatives and friends are invited to his...

Frank Mcveigh "Hank"

Frank Mcveigh "Hank"

Jul 15, 2021

Frank McVeigh "Hank" passed away July 15, 2021 at the age of 82. Son of the late George and Irene McVeigh. Father of Frank, Debbie Corish (Jim), Donna Stewart, and George (Linda). Grandfather of Erin, Billy, Jayme, and Jason. Brother of Delores Sullivan, and the late George and Laura. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and great nephews....

Helen Stocklin (Nee Riley)

Helen Stocklin (Nee Riley)

Jul 12, 2021

Loving wife of the late George J.  Beloved mother of George W. and William B.   Adored Mom-Mom and grandmom of Liam, Gabriella, Jennifer, and Billy.  She will be sadly missed by many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday morning, 9-10:45 A.M. at Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024 Knights...

Clifford R. Trumbauer

Clifford R. Trumbauer

Jul 12, 2021

Clifford R. "Jake" passed July 12, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Devoted father of Karon (Frank), James (Leeann), Christopher (Lisa), John (Paula), Jennifer, Irene (Kevin), Joseph (Julie). Dear Pop of 9 grandchildren. Services and Interment are Private for the family.

Diana Voorhees

Diana Voorhees

Jul 11, 2021

Diana Voorhees (nee Loftus), age 57, passed away on July 11, 2021.  She was a resident of Levittown. Loving wife of Ken.  Beloved mother of Christian.  Nana of Lilly, Riley, and Johnny.  Sister of Karen, Darlene, and Joseph.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday evening, 6-8 P.M. and Saturday morning,...

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