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Bridget G. Sassa

Bridget G. Sassa

May 13, 2026

Bridget G. Sassa (née Rowen) passed away suddenly on May 13, 2026, at the age of 56. Beloved wife of Richard. Bridget was also predeceased by her first husband, Timothy Rose. Loving and devoted mother of Madison Rose and Moira Rose. Cherished sister of Joseph Rowen (Jacqueline), Erin Weiland (Brian), Kelli Franiak (Ken), and the late Sean Rowen. Bridget is...

Genevieve P. Coyne

Genevieve P. Coyne

Jun 3, 2026

Genevieve P. Coyne (née Potenza), age 101, June 3, 2026.  Beloved wife of the late James J. Coyne.  Loving mother of Maryanne Loftus (Tom), John Coyne (Jeanine), Diane Coyne-Johnson (Paul), Dennis Coyne (Sandy), and the late James Coyne, Jr., Joseph Coyne (Mary Theresa) and Nicholas Coyne (Andrea).  She is survived by her 16 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and many nieces...

Harry J. Putt, Jr.

Harry J. Putt, Jr.

Jun 1, 2026

Harry J. Putt, Jr. passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, at the age of 78.

He was the beloved husband of the late Phyllis M. Putt and devoted father of Bill Dahl (the late Gabby), Sissy Dahl-Plizak (Carl), and the late Gus Dahl and Phillip Dahl. He was a cherished grandfather of 11 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Harry proudly served his...

Kenneth L. "Chris" Christy, Sr.

Kenneth L. "Chris" Christy, Sr.

May 30, 2026

Kenneth L. "Chris" Christy, Sr. passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026.

Beloved husband of Elizabeth "Betty" (née Flanagan). Loving son of the late Malcolm and Katherine. Loving father of Elizabeth Lauro (Mike), Lance W. Flint, Jr. (Marta), Eric Samuel Flint, Sr. (Joelle), and Kenneth L. Christy, Jr. (Melanie). Cherished Grandpop of Sophia, Eric Jr., Julianna, Beth, Lance III, Kenzie, Kaleb,...

Joyce M. Takach

Joyce M. Takach

May 30, 2026

Joyce M. Takach (née Hebenthal) passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, at the age of 61, surrounded by her loving family.

She was the beloved daughter of the late Leonard and Kathleen Hebenthal; devoted fiancée of Kevin Lee; and loving mother of Whytney, Paul, and Melissa.

Joyce was a dedicated employee of Everflow Supplies, LLC. She found great joy in cooking...

Dolores A. Rynkiewicz

Dolores A. Rynkiewicz

May 30, 2026

Dolores A. Rynkiewicz (nee Bowman) passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026.

Beloved wife of John for over 72 years. Loving mom of John, Jr. (Connie), Richard (Lisa), and Joseph. Cherished grandmom of Christine Rynkiewicz, Kevin Rynkiewicz, Morgan Dignacco, Megan Rynkiewicz, Nicole Rynkiewicz, and Joseph Rynkiewicz, Jr. Adored great-grandmom of Wesley and James Dignacco.

Dolores found joy in life's simple pleasures. She...

Peggyann Ferro

Peggyann Ferro

May 26, 2026

Peggyann “Peg/Margaret” Ferro (née Wade) passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at the age of 80, surrounded by her loving family. 

Peg was the beloved wife of the late Eugene “Gene” Ferro and devoted mother of Lisa Schaefer (Greg), Bernadette Reiling (John), and Gene Ferro (Kim). She was the cherished Grandmother of Amber Rose, Allison Leigh, John William, Tristan Gene,...

Joseph A. St. Marie, Sr.

Joseph A. St. Marie, Sr.

May 21, 2026

Joseph A. St. Marie, Sr., age 92, passed away on May 21, 2026.  Beloved husband of the late Clara (née Schwoyer).  Loving father of Ronald St. Marie, Daniel St. Marie (Trudi), Mark St. Marie (Christina), Richard St. Marie (Joanie), Deborah Nuttal (Jim), James St. Marie (Jennifer), Francis St. Marie (Susan), Christopher St. Marie, and the late Joseph and Michael St....

Joanne M. Steinmetz

Joanne M. Steinmetz

May 20, 2026

Joanne M. Steinmetz (née Moscufo) passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026.

She was the beloved wife of the late Richard Steinmetz and the former wife of John Ellis. Joanne was the devoted mother of Lori Colflesh (Marc) and the loving Nanny of Adam. Dear sister of Janis Clark (Barry), Margaret “Peggy” Colacicco (Bobby), Kathleen “Kathy” Robinson (Raynor), and John Moscufo....

Doris M. Vitello

Doris M. Vitello

May 20, 2026

Doris M. Vitello, (née Gallagher), age 89, passed away on May 20, 2026.  Beloved wife of 63 years to the late Fred Vitello.  Loving mother of Valerie Vitello (Gary Grisafi) and Fred Vitello.  She was preceded in death by her siblings June Hughes, Miriam Wiley, Frances Hall, and Hugh Gallagher. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.  

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Albert J. Junktis

Albert J. Junktis

May 19, 2026

Albert J. Junktis passed away suddenly on May 19, 2026.

He was the devoted father of Scott Junktis and Kelly Culp (Steven). Loving Pop to his grandchildren and beloved brother of the late Anthony Junktis. He will also be deeply missed by his grandpup, Bella.

A proud Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, Albert dedicated himself to both his country and his...

Vicente Issac Cordova

Vicente Issac Cordova

May 19, 2026

Vicente Issac Cordova of Philadelphia passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2026, with his family and friends by his side.

Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, Vicente came to the United States of America at the age of four. He graduated from Lincoln High School and was working as a manager at Whole Foods, in Philadelphia.

Vicente was a devoted father to his son...

Martina D. Kalamas

Martina D. Kalamas

May 17, 2026

Martina D. Kalamas (née Muldowney) passed away on May 17, 2026.

Beloved wife of the late Martin. Loving mother of Kristina Tancredi (Jeff Dort), Colleen Somal (Jack), and Megan Laubscher (M.C.). Cherished Nanny to Jenna, Jack, Maddan, Lila, Christian, and Josephine. Dear sister of Maureen Gural (Chris) and Edward Muldowney. Martina is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Martina was...

George C. Wagner

George C. Wagner

May 17, 2026

George C. Wagner passed away on May 17, 2026.

Loving father of George Wagner (Amy). Cherished Grandpop of Brandon. Dear brother of the late William Wagner (Lois) and the late Helen Baker. George is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

Born in Philadelphia, George spent his entire career working in the bar and restaurant industry, a profession...

Barbara J. Rossman

Barbara J. Rossman

May 16, 2026

Barbara J. Rossman passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at the age of 66. She was the beloved daughter of the late George and Mary Rossman.

Barbara was the loving sister of Teresa Dougherty (Joe), Mary Sue Rossman, Georgine Miller (the late Jimmy), Jeanne Korhonen (Mike), and the late George Henry Rossman, Jr. She is also survived by many loving...

Geoffrey W. Crowder

Geoffrey W. Crowder

May 16, 2026

Geoffrey W. Crowder passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at the age of 82. He was the beloved husband of the late Diana Crowder, loving father of David (Leesa) and Dean (Sherri Spina), and cherished grandfather of DJ. He was also the dear stepbrother of Cindy. Services and interment will be held privately.

Antoinette "Toni" Feldbaum

Antoinette "Toni" Feldbaum

May 15, 2026

Antoinette “Toni” Feldbaum (née Raczynski) passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at the age of 92. She was the beloved wife of the late David Feldbaum and was predeceased by her siblings John Raczynski (Marie) and family, and Elizabeth Masciulli.

Toni was a loving and devoted aunt to Vincent Masciulli and his daughter, Victoria; Earle Masciulli (Leanna) and his daughter,...

John P. Mercurio

John P. Mercurio

May 12, 2026

John P. Mercurio, age 87, of Flagler Beach, FL, previously Philadelphia, PA, passed away on May 12, 2026 at the age of 87.  John served his country in the U.S. Army and was a retired Deputy Director for the Veterans Administration in Philadelphia.

John was preceded in death by the love of his life Margaret “Peg” Mercurio (née Neville). Beloved father...

Joseph J. Hines

Joseph J. Hines

May 12, 2026

Joseph J. Hines passed away on May 12, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Rose Betty (nee Fumer) and the late Margaret (nee Magnolio). Loving father of Eric (Diane) and devoted stepfather of Cindy, Robert, Joseph, and Elizabeth. Cherished Pop to Katrinia, Timmy, Joe, Frank, Brian, Bradley, Michael, Nicole, Jennifer, Tim, and Chris Golden, and Great Pop to many loving...

Darlene "Dee" Starkey

Darlene "Dee" Starkey

May 12, 2026

Darlene “Dee” Starkey (née Vale) passed away on May 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 71. Cherished daughter of the late Betty Jean and Merton Vale. Beloved wife of Joseph. Loving mom of Elizabeth (Jim), Donna Starkey, Christine Murphy, and Jennifer Starkey. Adored Grandmom of Tyler, Molly, Avery, Andre Jr., Brianna, Jacob, Matthew, and Michael....

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