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Marie T. Metz

Marie T. Metz

May 1, 2026

Marie T. Metz (née Gunnip) passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, at the age of 90, with her loving family by her side. She was the cherished daughter of the late Michael and Elizabeth Gunnip and the beloved wife of the late William Metz.

Marie was a devoted mother to Michael Viola (Julie), Joseph Viola (Bernice), and Danny Viola (Susan)....

Ann M. Hawthorne

Ann M. Hawthorne

Apr 30, 2026

Ann M. Hawthorne (née Durning) passed away on April 30, 2026.

Beloved wife of Judson and loving mother of Katie. Cherished daughter of Marie and Jerry Effen. She is also survived by many loving cousins.

Ann grew up in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia and carried a deep love for her roots throughout her life. She enjoyed spending time at the...

Donna M. Ansaldo

Donna M. Ansaldo

Apr 30, 2026

In Loving Memory of Donna M. Ansaldo (née Honey)

Donna M. Ansaldo (née Honey) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on April 30, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Michael III, devoted mother of Michael IV (Jess), Joseph, Nicholas, Gina, and Justine, cherished Mom-Mom to Gianna and Amelia, and dear daughter of the late Russell and Eleanor Honey....

Eileen Long

Eileen Long

Apr 29, 2026



Eileen Long (née Allman) passed away April 29, 2026, peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas and a devoted mother to Thomas Long, Dana Ritchie (Joe), Michael Long (Katie), and Brian Long (Aimee). Eileen was a loving Mom Mom to Nicole Long, Brian Long, Jessica Long, Michael Long, and Lorelai...

John R. Brandau

John R. Brandau

Apr 28, 2026

John R. Brandau, affectionately known as “Uncle Kel” and “Pops,” passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026, at the age of 93.

He was the beloved husband of the late Mary Brandau (née Rechner) and a devoted father to Rosemarie. He was a cherished “Pops” to Kelly Marie and Matthew (Ashley), and a proud great-grandfather to Regina. He was also the...

Mary Ellen Shaw

Mary Ellen Shaw

Apr 26, 2026

Mary Ellen Shaw passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was a devoted and loving mother to Nancy (Steven) Zolk, the late Paul Weston, and Donna Weston.

Mary was a proud and cherished Mom-Mom to Kevin (Ashley) Romans, Desiree Zolk, and Sean Zolk (Faith), and a beloved GiGi to Jayden Romans and Ariana...

Michael V. Mazzone

Michael V. Mazzone

Apr 24, 2026

Michael V. Mazzone passed away on April 24, 2026. Beloved husband of Kelly (Nee Fox) and devoted father of Gianna Mazzone and Adriana Mazzone. Loving son of Roberta Brancato. Dear brother of Fran Washart (the late Thomas) and Carman Brancato (Maryalice). He is also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews.

Michael proudly served his country as a Veteran of the...

Robert J. Hartman

Robert J. Hartman

Apr 24, 2026

Robert J. Hartman, age 90, passed away on April 24, 2026.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.  Bob earned a degree in Chemical Engineering from Drexel University and worked as an engineer before retirement.  He was a man of deep faith and a dedicated family man.

Beloved husband of Sandy (née Ford).  Loving father of Audrey Ubele (Patrick), Natalie...

Theresa B. McClafferty

Theresa B. McClafferty

Apr 23, 2026

Theresa Bernadette McClafferty (née Evans), age 76, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026. A beloved wife, mother, mom-mom, sister, aunt, and friend - she was simply the best!

She is survived by her loving husband Dennis McClafferty. Cherished and devoted mother of Kelly Konrad (Michael), Dennis McClafferty, and Elizabeth Sharpe (Brian). Deeply loved Mom-Mom of Claire, Kelly, Brian, and Jack....

James M. Castle

James M. Castle

Apr 23, 2026

James M. Castle passed away on April 23, 2026.

He was a devoted father to Danielle Innamorato (Chris) and Dominic (Meghan), and a loving Pop Pop to Paul, Emma, Melissa, Dominic Jr., Patrick, and Hannah. Dear brother of Michael, Anthony, Joseph, and the late Thomas, Timothy, Dennis, and Joanne. He was the husband of the late Melissa Castle. Jim will also...

Joseph P. McCloskey

Joseph P. McCloskey

Apr 20, 2026

Joseph P. McCloskey, age 85, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was the beloved husband of 57 years to Maureen McCloskey (née McCann), and a devoted father to Jill McGinley, her husband Jerry, and Tara Cawley, her husband Timothy. He was a proud and cherished “Pop Pop” to Griffin, Emerson, and Maeve.

Joe is survived...

Menina Rizzo

Menina Rizzo

Apr 19, 2026

Menina Rizzo, age 92, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026. 

She was born on May 28, 1933, to Achille & Maria (Pellicciotti) Melchiorre, in Gessopalena, a small town in the Abruzzo region of central Italy. Menina also spent a great deal of her childhood with her adored grandmother, Minuccia Pellicciotti, who she affectionately called mamma. 

Menina left Italy for America in...

Catherine P. Hardiman

Catherine P. Hardiman

Apr 18, 2026

Catherine “Cass” Hardiman (née Flynn), age 88, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Beloved wife of William Hardiman for 67 years, Cass was a devoted mother to William Jr. (Beth), Bernard (Denise), and Christine Breccia (John). She was a cherished “Mom Mom” to Bernard, Colleen, Megan, and Kelly, and a proud great-grandmother to Nolan, Tanner,...

William J. Moore

William J. Moore

Apr 18, 2026

William J. Moore, age 75, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026. Beloved husband of 40 years to Patricia (née Nathan). Devoted father of Christina McGinn (Mark), Brian Moore (Nikki), Monica McCusker, Patricia Moore, William J. Moore III, and the late Christopher Moore. Cherished “Pop” of Daniel, Abigail, Juliana, and Keira. He was predeceased by his brother, John Moore, and...

In Sook Yoon

In Sook Yoon

Apr 17, 2026

In Sook “Sue” Yoon, age 87, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026. She was born in 1939 in Incheon, South Korea, trained as a nurse, married, and immigrated to the US in 1971. She resided in Bucks County for over 50 years.

In Sook was the devoted wife to Myong Son Yoon for 60 years, before he predeceased her in...

Charles W. Bailer, Sr.

Charles W. Bailer, Sr.

Apr 15, 2026

Charles W. Bailer, Sr., age 84, affectionately known as "Chalie" passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026. He was the beloved husband of the late Maryanne Bailer.

Chalie was predeceased by his daughter, Debra Bailer. He is lovingly remembered by his children: Charles W. Bailer, Jr., Susan Unger (Gregory), Donna D’Ambrosio (Christopher), Daniel Bailer (Cindy), and Michael Bailer. Devoted “Pop” to...

James H. Springfield, Sr.

James H. Springfield, Sr.

Apr 14, 2026

James H. Springfield, Sr., age 85, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026. He was the beloved husband of the late Kathleen Springfield (née McKeever). Devoted father of James Springfield, Jr. and Janice Miller, he was also a dear brother to William and Ronald (Audrey). He is lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews.

James proudly served his country as a...

Charles Matousch

Charles Matousch

Apr 14, 2026

Charles Matousch, age 79, passed away on April 14, 2026.  He served in the U.S. Navy for over 20 years.  Loving husband of Elaine (née Snodgrass).  Beloved father of Charles Matousch.  Dear brother of Mary Owens and Julie Scarborough.  Also survived by many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.  

Relatives and friends are invited to his Graveside service, Wednesday...

Augusta "Ginger" Piaia

Augusta "Ginger" Piaia

Apr 12, 2026



Augusta “Ginger” Piaia passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026. Beloved wife of 42 years to Bernard, Ginger was a devoted mother to Anna Piaia and a dear sister to Joanne Santeusanio, Louis Pallante (Brenda), and the late,Nancy Bill-Todd. Ginger was the loving daughter of the late Joann and Louis Pallante.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, April...

Jeanne M. Gellentien

Jeanne M. Gellentien

Apr 11, 2026

Jeanne Marie Gellentien passed away peacefully at the age of 94, on April 11, 2026. She was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on February 29, 1932. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Gellentien, and her sons, Mark Gellentien and John Gellentien.  She is survived by her sons, James Gellentien (Patricia Torres) and Paul Gellentien; her daughters-in-law,...

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