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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...

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...

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