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Francis E. Henofer, Sr.

Francis E. Henofer, Sr.

Jul 30, 2026

Francis E. Henofer, Sr. "Frank" passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, at the age of 96.

Beloved husband of 73 years to Anna (née Czop); devoted father of Deborah Golebiewski (Alan) and Frank E. Henofer, Jr. (Glenda); and cherished Pop Pop to 5 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was the dear brother of Robert Henofer and the late Richard...

Arthur (Ettore) DeLuca

Arthur (Ettore) DeLuca

Jul 28, 2026

Arthur “Ettore” DeLuca passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026 at the age of 102. He was born in Lago, Italy on February 13, 1924, and was the son to the late Fred DeLuca and Elvezia (Abate) DeLuca.

He is survived by his son, Arthur DeLuca (Barbara), and daughters, Ruth McGrath (Timothy), and Diane Bugieda (Thomas), as well as several grandchildren...

Gregory J. Zaborowski

Gregory J. Zaborowski

Jul 26, 2026

Gregory J. Zaborowski passed away on July 26, 2026.Beloved son of the late Joseph and Loretta (née Siwinski). Loving brother of Jeffrey. Cherished uncle of Nicholas Zaborowski (Lauren) and Jessica Zaborowski (Michael).

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Greg spent his entire life in the city he proudly called home. He found great comfort and companionship in sharing his home with his...

Evelyn "Dale" Marini

Evelyn "Dale" Marini

Jul 25, 2026

Evelyn D. "Dale" Marini (née Millar) passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, at the age of 84.

Dale was the beloved wife of the late Robert Marini. Loving mother of Stan Martin (Donna), Sharon Hilty (Jim), Steven Marini (Kit), Antonio Marini, and the late Bobby Marini. Cherished Granny of Sidney, Stephanie, Jamie, Josh, Jackie, Brittany, Michael, Patrick, and Erin. Beloved...

Rosemary Robinson

Rosemary Robinson

Jul 24, 2026

Rosemary Lippincott Robinson, 77, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026, in Yardley, Pennsylvania. 

She was born on September 18, 1948, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Rosemary lived a life marked by a deep love for her family and friends. Rosemary was known for her kind and gentle nature, her loving heart, and her wonderful sense of humor. She loved to dance and,...

Loretta B. Mather

Loretta B. Mather

Jul 24, 2026

Loving mother of Barbara Levengood, Gary (Irene Tzinis), Debra, Brian, and the late Steven. Cherished Grandmother of Ryan, Dylan, Haley, Colin, Sydney, Madison, Justin, Evelina, and Max. Wife of the late Walter, sister of the late Stanley and loving aunt of Rachel.

Loretta was a woman of remarkable strength whose greatest joy in life was her family, especially the time she...

Joan L. Wolf

Joan L. Wolf

Jul 23, 2026

Joan L. Wolf (née Rath) passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, at the age of 85.

Joan was the beloved wife of the late Raymond Wolf, Sr. She was the loving mother of Joseph (Patricia), and Raymond Jr. (Suzanne). Cherished Grandmom/Oma of Joe Jr., Kevin, Stephen (Sarah), Brian, Jennifer Lynn (Robert), Nicholas, Ryan, Matthew, and many great-grandchildren.

Dear sister of the...

Eileen M. Ziebis

Eileen M. Ziebis

Jul 22, 2026

Eileen M. Ziebis (née Holt) passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, at the age of 86, with her family by her side.

She was the beloved daughter of the late James and Maureen Holt and the devoted wife of the late Frank Ziebis. Eileen was the loving mother of Frank (Mia), Mark, and Thomas, and the cherished "Granny" of Franny,...

Jean T. Armstrong

Jean T. Armstrong

Jul 21, 2026

Jean T. Armstrong, beloved wife of the late William J. Armstrong Sr., passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026.

Jean was raised at St. Joseph's Home for Destitute Children located at 29th and Allegheny Avenues in Philadelphia, PA (currently Mercy Tech High School) by the Sisters of St. Joseph. She was a proud graduate of Hallahan Catholic High School, Class of...

William L. Weldon, III

William L. Weldon, III

Jul 21, 2026

William L. Weldon, III, age 75, passed away at his home on July 21, 2026.  Beloved husband of Loretta Weldon (née Singledecker).  Loving father of William L. Weldon, IV (Lisa), Melissa Sizemore (Scott) and stepfather of Mark Keeny.  Poppy of Brittany (Matt), Samantha (Dave), Lexis (Sean) and Dakota (Phoebe).  Great grandfather of Nina, Ruby, Cole, Georgie, and Jack.  Brother of...

Charles F. Giel, Jr.

Charles F. Giel, Jr.

Jul 20, 2026

Charles F. Giel, Jr. passed away suddenly on July 20, 2026.

He was the beloved son of the late Charles F. Giel, Sr. and Frances A. Edwards Giel (née Boyle). Loving brother of Judith A. Ellmer (Steven), Linda M. Day (David), and Daniel R. Giel (Anna), dear uncle of Robert S. Ellmer, Jamie L. Ellmer, James C. Day, and Jennifer L....

Misuk Murray

Misuk Murray

Jul 18, 2026

Misuk Murray (née Yi, Misuk Lee), age 69, passed away on July 18, 2026.  Loving wife of John P. Murray.  Beloved mother of John J. Murray.  Mom-Mom of John Justus and Joseph Jordan Murray.  Dear sister of Yi Chung Sae, Yi Chung Hwa, Yi Chung Hyop, and Yi Chung U. 

Relatives and friends are invited to her graveside service on Friday...

Carlos Rudoi

Carlos Rudoi

Jul 14, 2026

Carlos Rudoi, age 63, passed away suddenly on July 14, 2026. Carlos worked as a teacher for the Philadelphia School District. Loving husband of Michele (née Felici). Beloved father of Andrew (Jess) and Alyssa. He is also survived by many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

Albert J. Habercorn, Jr.

Albert J. Habercorn, Jr.

Jul 14, 2026

Albert J. Habercorn Jr. passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was the beloved son of the late Albert J. Habercorn Sr., the late Margaret Habercorn, and the late Jean Habercorn, his stepmother. Albert was the devoted brother of Margaret Anderson, Carol Spatafore, Sharon Kirkendoll, Theresa McCoy (Keith), Thomas Kirkendoll, and the late Anna Natale,...

Ronald L. Kersey, Jr.

Ronald L. Kersey, Jr.

Jul 12, 2026

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Ronald L. "Ron" Kersey, Jr. passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026.

Beloved son of the late Ronald L. Kersey, Sr. and Regina. Devoted husband of over 25 years to Mellisa (née Bach). Loving father of Caitlin (Raevon) and Gabriel. Dear brother of Jennifer Kersey and Rhonda Cosme (Ralph). He is also...

Theresa McCarthy

Theresa McCarthy

Jul 11, 2026

Theresa McCarthy passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026.

Beloved mother of Tina McCarthy. Cherished Me-Mom of Taitlyn. Dear sister of Sweetie Kucera (Frank),Mike Morris (the late Eileen) and the late Charles, Jr. Theresa is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews.

Theresa dedicated more than 30 years of her career to Bell Telephone, where she worked as a customer service representative before...

Ann Rose Cole

Ann Rose Cole

Jul 11, 2026

Ann Rose Cole (nee Arant) passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on July 11, 2026, at the age of 64.

Beloved daughter of Loretta Arant and the late Daniel Arant. Devoted wife of the late Frank Cole. Loving mother of Christine Cole Donofrio (Keith) and Frank D. Cole (MariKate). Cherished Mom Mom of Keith, Shane, Lilyann Rose,...

William R. Bryant "Bill"

William R. Bryant "Bill"

Jul 9, 2026

William R. Bryant was released from the bonds of this world on July 9, 2026, with loved ones at his side.

Bill, also affectionately known as “Mr. Miyagi,” was born on September 18, 1956, in Queens, New York, to Willie Bryant and Sumiko Kurosaki. He resided in Levittown, New York, where he worked on F-14s at Grumman Aircraft and pursued his...

Mark P. Riccardi

Mark P. Riccardi

Jul 9, 2026

Mark P. Riccardi passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026.

Beloved son of the late Louis and Dolores (née Kuriger) Riccardi. Devoted husband of the late Patricia Riccardi. Loving father of Patricia Confer (J.R.). Cherished Pop-Pop of Jack and Hannah. Dear brother of Lou, Greg (Blanche), Tracey Martino (Lou), the late Glenn (Donna), Denise Drechsel (David) and Karen Riccardi. Father in...

Joan Bescript

Joan Bescript

Jul 7, 2026

Joan Bescript (née Morton) passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, at the age of 84.

Joan was the beloved daughter of the late William and Catherine Morton and the devoted wife of the late John R. Bescript.

She was the loving mother of John Jr. (Susan), Stephen (Patti), and Amy McGinley (Michael). She was also a cherished "Grandmom/Mom Mom" to Madeline,...

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