Obituaries are a powerful way to memorialize our deceased loved ones.
Below are a few recent obituaries from local families who trusted Bateman-Allen Funeral Home with their loved one’s cremation, funeral service, or memorial service. Click here for some additional resources on obituaries.
Joanne M. Peden
Joanne M. Peden, 82, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024, at Riddle Memorial Hospital. She was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and a lifelong resident of Upland, PA. During her working years she was a research librarian for Scott Paper and a District Sales Manager for Avon.
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Diane F. Platt
Diane Frances Platt (nee Malovich), was born into this world December 14, 1953 in Chester, PA, as daughter to the late Michael P. and Helen E. Malovich (nee Pezick). Diane passed to the Lord peacefully on December 5, 2024 and is reunited in Heaven with the love of her life, the late Edwin C. Platt.
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Andrew Forrest
Andrew Forrest, known as Andy to many, died unexpectedly on November 28, 2024 at age 64. A resident of Delaware County for most of his life, Andy leaves behind friends, colleagues, and family - his little brother, Dave, and sister-in-law, Amy, a beloved niece, Sarah, and a dear nephew, Matthew, along with their families - who will miss him dearly. Andy was a loving uncle and very proud to become a great uncle of three in recent years. Andy was extremely capable and hard working - a man of many talents, interests, and deep intelligence, though he was always humble. Across his years, Andy spent time as a volunteer firefighter, scuba diver, auto mechanic, and maintenance manager for grocery stores and offices. Andy knew how to fix almost anything. At a recent family Thanksgiving, he replaced a faulty kitchen light fixture in a snap. Andy also pursued interest in computers and tech, becoming an unofficial IT department for several workplaces. Andy enjoyed gaming in his free time and even built his nephew a computer for a birthday one year.
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Renee M. Johnson
Renee M. Johnson, 85, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024, at the Wallingford Nursing Home. She was a long-time resident of Brookhaven, PA, and worked as a financial aid officer for the Wilford Academy.
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Donna M. Chalfant
Donna M. Chalfant, age 65, of Upland, PA, peacefully passed away on November 19, 2024, after a brief but courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Donna was a proud 1977 graduate of Notre Dame High School in Moylan and was an active member of the Notre Dame High School Alumni Association, staying connected to her roots and classmates throughout her life.
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Mary Jo Ruth
Mary Jo (Gastin) Ruth, former resident of Brookhaven, Delaware County for 61 years, passed away peacefully from dementia-related illness on November 14th, 2024. She was born in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania on November 12th 1938 and was the proud daughter of Albert A. and Mary T. (Flaherty) Gastin. Mary Jo attended Annunciation Elementary School and Annunciation High School in Shenandoah before moving to Philadelphia in her sophomore year of high school. She graduated with honors from West Philadelphia Catholic Girls High School in 1956 and matriculated to Immaculata University, graduating with honors in 1960. Upon graduation, Mary Jo secured a history teaching position at Sun Valley High School, and there she met the man of her dreams and her partner in love and life for 63 years: John (Jack) Ruth, with whom she shares three children and ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
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James G. Markert
James G. Markert, 80, passed away peacefully at Riddle Memorial Hospital on November 3, 2024. He spent most of his life living in Brookhaven, PA.
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Bernard J. Orensky
Bernard J. Orensky, 77, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded in loved ones. He was a resident of Brookhaven, PA, for the last 40 years. He was a career long employee of Aston Township, working as a sanitation driver until his retirement.
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Grace Archacki
Our dear beloved mother, Grace Archacki (nee Doyle), age 95 of Aston, Pa., went into the arms of our savior the Lord Jesus Christ on October 22, 2024. She was the last surviving member of her family’s generation. Mom was a very loving and devoted mother. Her life was about caring for and being there for her family. She listened, supported, and by her words and actions gave us wisdom and faith to carry out thru to our own families. She loved and was proud of all her family.
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Maria J. Costigan
Maria Jeanette Costigan (Gatti) passed away suddenly on October 19,2024 in Wilmington, Delaware at the age of 51. Maria was born in Philadelphia, grew up in Broomall, PA and resided in Media, PA with her soulmate Joe Bryan.
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Richard W. Lundberg
Richard Wayne Lundberg, 76, of Aston, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 20th, surrounded by the love of his children. He was a loving husband, devoted father, and doting grandfather whose presence enriched the lives of all who knew him.
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Roseanne E. “Roxie” Troilo
Roseanne Elizabeth “Roxie” Troilo, 78, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2024, surrounded by her children at Crozer Chester Medical Center. She was a beloved Mom, MomMom, and Great Grandma.
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Thelma McElvarr
Thelma McElvarr (née Miller), born on January 19, 1923, in Watsontown, NJ, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2024, at the age of 101, in Northeast Philadelphia, PA. Thelma resided many years in Chester, PA; in Brookhaven, PA; once her husband Joseph passed away and her later years in Paul's Run Retirement Community. She spent her early years working at Fallato's Ice Cream Parlor and only worked elsewhere briefly during the time her husband, Joseph, served in the war. Primarily, she dedicated her life to being a loving mother, housewife, and cherished grandmother. A woman of many joys, Thelma held a deep affection for her family, which was at the heart of everything she did. Her hobbies included playing Bingo, cheering for the Phillies, and enjoying occasional trips to the casino. These simple pleasures brought great happiness to Thelma and those who knew her.
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Hannah (Luna) Deborah XiaoShan Davis
Hannah “Luna” Deborah XiaoShan Davis, 25, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away on August 26, 2024. Luna was born in Guangzhou, China before being adopted at the age of 2 by her parents, Gary and Deborah Davis. After graduating from high school, she went on to study Women’s and Gender Studies at West Chester University. After graduating college, Luna held a role as an adoption coordinator. She took great pride in meeting kids where they were in the foster system and doing all she could to place them in loving homes. Luna was a passionate, creative, and gifted artist. She had a unique eye for seeing the beauty in people, plants, and the world around her. With a deep connection to nature, she was known to surround herself with butterflies, moons, plants, and other reminders of the emergent possibilities within us all. She shared that passion and light with everyone she encountered, whether through a flash of her bright smile, a thoughtful question or written word, the stroke of a paintbrush, or a fabulous makeup look. She believed in being your truest self and modeled that journey and the bravery it requires for us all.
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Timothy Cowen
Timothy Cowen, 64, went home to be with his Lord on August 22, 2024. He is survived by his wife Karen, children, Daniel (Kara), Jared (Krissy), Ashley, and 4 grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his church family at grace Bible Fellowship Church where he was pastor for 28 years. A memorial service will be held on September 14th at 10:30am at Grace Bible Fellowship Church at 723 S. Providence Road Wallingford Pa. 19086 In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Grace Bible Fellowship Church at 723 S. Providence Road Wallingford Pa. 19086 or by clicking this link.
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Andrew B. Kelly
Andrew Brian Kelly of Brookhaven, PA, passed away on August 21, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He was 69 years old.
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Raymond D. DiFelice
Raymond D. DiFelice, of Brookhaven, PA, passed away on August 11, 2024, at the age of 81. Raymond was raised in Chester and Woodlyn, and he finally settled in Brookhaven after marriage. He was a graduate of St. Anthony’s, St. James High School, and Saint Joseph University. During his career, he worked at Westinghouse, BP, and Delcora, but his favorite career was being retired. Raymond loved spending time with family, travel, and Rehoboth Beach. He enjoyed watching all sports, especially Penn State Football and St. Joe’s Basketball.
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Joseph Alberto Gonzalez
Joseph Alberto Gonzalez was born in the Bronx, New York on March 17, 1976. He then moved to Chester, Pa. Joseph was loved by everyone he came across. He was full of life. He loved his Sonic Hedgehog, Elmo, and lets not forget Snoopy, he also loved music, dancing, and parties, but most of all he loved his daily conversations with his father. Joseph was predeceased by his mother, Daisy Rodriguez, his grandmother, Petra Mercado, his grandfather, Rafael Gonzalez, and his brother Rene Rodriguez. He is survived by his father Alberto Gonzalez, his step-mother, Felicita Gonzalez, his siblings, Alberto, Margarita, Ricardo, and David Gonzalez, Bobby, Sandra, Elisa, Daisy Ivette Rodriguez, Jesenia Nguyen, and a host of nieces and nephews.
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Mary L. Catalano
Mary L. Catalano, age 77, of Darby Pa, formally of Philadelphia, peacefully passed away on August 5, 2024. Mary was a passionate bingo player for over 70 years and took great pleasure in dancing and engaging in arts and crafts. She also loved Wawa hoagies, spaghetti and meatballs from Olive Garden, and M&M’s. She cherished her grand dog Chloe and, above all, treasured visits from her grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her friends Jim, Marty, John, and Mel, as well as by her favorite nurse Pierre.
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Lora L. Rines
Lora Rines, 62, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. Born in Baltimore, MD, she spent most of her life in Media.
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Jeffrey Montgomery Long, Sr.
Jeffrey Long, Sr., 69, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024. He previously resided in Havertown, PA, and most recently lived in West Chester. He was a graduate of Lower Merion High School and Marietta College. He was a loving father of 2 boys and husband to Violet Long. Jeff was an avid fisherman and hunter, loved camping in the white mountains and spending time with his dogs.
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Stephen Andrew Mayer
Stephen Andrew Mayer passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 24, 2024. Stephen was born in South Philadelphia, PA, on Sunday April 18, 1948, to Conchetta and Andrew Mayer. He grew up in the Lawrence Park/Broomall area of Delaware County and graduated from Marple Newtown High School. Stephen's areas of studies included basic math, science, history, and evolution.
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Kathleen Margaret Acton
Kathleen “Bepsi” M. Acton, 65, passed away July 3, 2024, at the University of Pennsylvania. Born in Upland and raised in Brookhaven/Parkside, PA, she was a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of ’76. She also attended Philadelphia Community College and graduated with honors as a dental hygienist. Most recently, she was a resident of Swedesboro, NJ.
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Florence (Flossie) Paterson
It is with great sadness that we write to inform you that Florence (Flossie) Paterson, age 92, a longtime resident of Brookhaven, passed away on Saturday evening June 29, 2024 with her loving family by her side.
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Steven C. Magerr
Steve was received into the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on June 24th, 2024. Steve was a talented musician and enjoyed playing his guitar every Sunday on the worship team at Resurrection Life Church. He enjoyed having family time with Deb and his girls. He loved all things outdoors. Steve was a funny guy with a dry sense of humor. We all miss him so much already.
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Gary A. Scheib
Gary A. Scheib, 70, passed away June 18, 2024, at Lankenau Hospital. He was born in Philadelphia and resided there most of his life. He had a strong love for the city and its sports teams, especially the Eagles and Phillies. 12 years ago, he moved to Parkside with his sister. He enjoyed tv and loved to travel, especially his last few trips to California. He worked for the Marriott in Center City as well as the Sheraton Suites.
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John Vincent Sauers
John Vincent Sauers, 70 years old, of West Goshen Township, West Chester, Chester County, PA died on May 20, 2024, from an anoxic brain injury from COPD. John had also been battling bladder and prostate cancer for 8+ years. John was the husband of Gayle Litwiniec-Sauers with whom he spent 35 years of marriage, the father of John Anthony "CJ" Sauers, Michael Racelis and Kristianne Racelis, and grandparent to Kaili Racelis, Nicholas Racelis and Gabriel Leo Fox
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Lorraine A. Clark
Lorraine A. Clark, age 82, of Westtown, PA passed away surrounded by her family on May 13, 2024. She was born in Wilkes Barre, raised in Brookhaven, and graduated from Notre Dame High School in Moylan. She retired from Scott Paper in 1996. Lorraine enjoyed traveling, going on cruises, and being with family and friends, but most of all she loved and cherished her grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, J. Carroll and Gertrude Bowling. Lorriane is survived by her devoted husband of 61 years, Thomas J. Clark; her children, Thomas (Julie) Clark, Colleen (Terry) Conroy, and Karen Province; grandchildren, Thomas “TJ” (Miranda) Clark, Meghan Clark, Casey Cappelli, Brennan & Owen Conroy, Chloe & Chase Province.
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James M. Townsend
James Townsend, 70, passed away peacefully at Riddle Memorial Hospital on May 5, 2024, after a short illness. A resident of Media, he was born and raised in Philadelphia. He was a graduate of Upper Darby High School and went on to work for Citizens Bank, then Atlantic Aviation for 22 years before his retirement. During his retirement years, he enjoyed working at the Springhaven Country Club.
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Barbara L. Webster
Barbara was born in the Kensington section of Philadelphia and attended Frankford Highschool. Throughout her working life she held many jobs in the banking industry but the one she was most proud of was being a fraud investigator. Her hobbies included bowling and going to the casinos but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Billy Webster; and her parents, Robert and Doris Gurt. Barbara is survived by her children, Michael (Denise) Bergen and Lisa (Brian) Patterson; her grandchildren Brianna, Rachael, Kerigan, Julia and Luke; also survived by her sister, Judy, stepdaughters, Denise and Donna and many nieces, nephews and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation on Thursday, May 2, 2024 from 9:30 – 11:00AM at the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, 4220 Edgmont Ave. Brookhaven PA. followed by her funeral service at 11:00AM.
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Francis P. Chiponis
Francis Paul Chiponis, age 90, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2024, at home on hospice care after a 2-year struggle with chronic heart disease. He was born on June 26,1933 in Chester, PA and was a resident of Brookhaven for 66 years. Chip graduated from Saint James High School in 1951.
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John Richard Semcheski
John Richard Semcheski, 80, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, in Pembroke Pines, FL. Born April 15, 1943, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, he grew up in Chester, PA. He also resided in Virginia and Maryland before moving to Miramar, FL. He was a graduate of Chester High School and Temple University School of Pharmacy. He worked as a pharmacist for Bethesda Naval Hospital and the Georgetown University Medical Center. He was extremely interested in his family heritage and genealogy, and also really enjoyed listening to music. He loved nothing more than being surrounded by family and friends and loved his visits to Parkside and Galeton, PA.
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Richard Torres, Jr.
Richard Torres, Jr. age 65, passed away peacefully and went home with the Lord on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. He was born June 1st, 1958, in Chester, Pa. and was a longtime resident of Brookhaven. Rich was employed by Taylor Hospital for eight years in Ridley Park and was also a talented disc jockey. He enjoyed music, drawing, The Phillies, and was a truck enthusiast.
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Kathryn “Katie” Scott
Kathryn “Katie” Scott (Detwiler), 65, passed away April 1, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a 5-year battle with breast cancer. Katie was born on December 19, 1958. She was a lifetime resident of Brookhaven and graduated from Sun Valley High School in 1976. Katie worked various jobs throughout her life, but her longest employment was at Crozer Chester Medical Center working as a lab technician.
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Nicholas F. Simkiss
Nicholas F. Simkiss, 56, passed away peacefully at his home on March 20, 2024. He was a lifelong resident of Aston and graduated from Sun Valley High School, class of 1986. He studied music at West Chester University. He was an auto mechanic for many years at the Aston Gulf. Nick had an extreme love for music and was a member of multiple bands as the lead guitarist, one of them being the Reservoir Dogs. He was also an avid remote-control airplane and helicopter hobbyist.
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Erica Fooks
Erica Fooks, age 87, of Brookhaven, passed away March 16, 2024 in Media, PA. Loving wife of the late, Dorsey S. Fooks, Jr. Wonder Woman mom to Deb Hackett (John), Dorsey S. Fooks, III (Cheryl) and Garry Fooks. Proud Mom-Mom of six, even prouder great Mom-Mom of 3. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Friday, March 22, 2024 from 9:00-11:00am at the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, 4220 Edgmont Ave Brookhaven, PA followed by her funeral service at 11:00am.
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Lillian M. Clark
Lillian M. Clark, 70, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024, at her home. Born and raised in Trainer, PA, she has been a resident of Brookhaven, PA, since 2001. For over 30 years, she worked for Flextron Industries until her retirement. She was also very active in the Brookhaven and Aston Senior’s Groups.
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Janet Ruth Brown Hyde
Janet was the second child of William McKinney Brown and Esther Margaret Drew Brown Jones Dobbins of Richmond, Va. Her mother used to say she was so small “you used to have to shake the sheets to find her.” She attended John Marshall High School in Richmond, Va., where she was a straight A student and a member of most of the high school clubs.
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Michael J. Crepack, Jr.
It is with profound regret and great sorrow that the family of Michael J. Crepack, Jr. announces his passing at his home in Brookhaven, PA, on February 10, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on March 14, 1935, in a small town in PA named Shenandoah, he retained those old fashion qualities which are common traits for those who grow up in a small town.
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Edward A. Capper
Edward A. Capper, age 59, passed away at home on February 6, 2024. Edward grew up in Toby Farms, attended Our Lady of Charity, and graduated from Saint James High School in 1983 where he was a gifted artist and received several awards. After high school, he was a longtime manager on the elite Philadelphia restaurant scene. Edward was a kind, and gentle person who had a lot friends and family who will dearly miss him.
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Carolyn D. Lundberg
Carolyn Deborah Lundberg (nee Kennedy), 76, of Aston, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, February 3rd. Carolyn is survived by Richard Lundberg, her husband of 54 years; her three children Richard (Jennifer), Ryan, and Kara; and four grandchildren Samuel, Benjamin, Sara Mae and Belle. She is pre-deceased by her mother. Monica Swoboda Kennedy, her father, David Kennedy, and brother, David E Kennedy.
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Diane M. Shull
Diane M. Shull, 78, passed away peacefully at home on February 1, 2024. Born and raised in Chester, she was a longtime resident of Brookhaven, PA. Diane was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and attended Delaware County Community College. She was a member of Our Lady of Charity Church. Diane had a long and successful management career at the Chester Water Authority, retiring in 2007. She truly enjoyed her work and was well liked at CWA.
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Megan Kelly
Megan Kelly, 68, passed away on January 27, 2024. She was a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA where she grew up and then raised three sons. She attended Gwynedd Mercy College and became a registered nurse.
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Alice Goldsborough
Alice Goldsborough (nee Perozok), 95, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 25, 2024. Born in Butler, PA on September 23, 1928, she resided in Glen Riddle, PA for over 50 years. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, C. Spencer Goldsborough.
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Louise F. Heller
Louise F. Heller (nee Vasques) passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024. Louise was a 1974 graduate of Cardinal O’Hara High School and a 1992 graduate of Delaware County Community College’s nursing program. Louise’s love for nursing was very evident in her 19 years as an LPN at Riddle Memorial Hospital, followed by a few positions within nursing homes.
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Bruta Carmen Knight
Bruta Carmen Knight, 85, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023. Born and raised in Germany, she moved to the United States and lived in Easton, PA, and ended up in Chester, PA. She was a lifeguard and loved to swim and enjoyed bowling and fishing. She also liked to golf and fish with her first husband.
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Kevin S. Lambrecht
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kevin S. Lambrecht on Tuesday December 26, 2023, at his home with family by his side. He fought a courageous battle with a lengthy illness. Kevin was born in Chester, PA, on June 26, 1964.
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Marie Ida Beers
Marie Ida Beers, age 88, passed away on December 24, 2023 surrounded by her family and friends. For most of her working life she was CNA, which she enjoyed very much. But most of all she loved going to Cape May with her family. Marie was predeceased by her sister Anne Harper, brother, Edward Robinson...
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Daniel K. Mooney
Daniel K. Mooney, age 44, of Wilmington DE, passed away on December 14, 2023. He was born on August 22, 1979 in Chapel Hill, NC to the late, Robert C. and Teresa M. Mooney. In his spare time, he liked collecting comics, enjoyed cooking (he was a good cook like his mom), and loved Eagles football.
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Edward Charles Smith
Edward Charles Smith, 86, died peacefully at home on December 8, 2023 with wife Barbara Carey Smith by his side. A resident of Wallingford, he was born on February 15, 1937 in Philadelphia, the second child and first son of Edward and Mary Madden Smith. A loyal son of West Philadelphia Catholic High School, he...
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Cheryl R. Pompilii
Cheryl Pompilii, 77, passed away on December 7, 2023, at her home. She was a lifelong resident of Chester, PA, and was a graduate of Chester High School, class of 1964, where she was a cheerleader. She then went on to nursing school at Widener University. Cheryl was an RN who worked for Sacred Heart...
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Beverly E. Murphy
Beverly “Bev” Murphy, 78, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2023, at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Born and raised in Chester, PA, she was a long-time resident of Parkside and, most recently, Boothwyn. Bev was a graduate of Chester High School and went on to work as the head teller at PNC Bank on State Street...
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Curtis H. Fischer
Curtis Fischer passed from this world to be in the arms of his wife November 30th, 2023. Born May 5th, 1959, in Swarthmore PA. Curt was a man who loved nothing more than sharing laughter, joy, and cocktails with his friends and family. Curt found happiness and purpose in helping and providing for others; whether...
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Leo J. Bogdenavage
Leo J. Bogdenavage, age 86, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2023. Leo grew up in Philadelphia and moved to Brookhaven 60 years ago with his wife Peggy. He has been retired for 25 years from his long-time career with the Railroad. He was an avid motorcycle rider and Philadelphia sports fan. He is remembered...
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Margaret Paula Dannaway
Margaret Paula Dannaway “Pidge”, 73, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2023. She was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and was a lifelong resident of Upland. She loved being surrounded by family and her dogs and cat. She was an avid Phillies fan and also enjoyed passing the time watching the Hallmark channel....
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Rita Troiani
Rita Troiani, 92, passed away peacefully at the Wayne Center on November 16, 2023. Her funeral service will be held Wednesday 11am at the St. Denis Church, 2401 St. Denis Ln., Havertown, PA, 19083 with a visitation at the church from 10-11am. Burial will take place after mass at St. Denis Cemetery. Online condolences can...
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Rodger W. Donaphon
Rodger W. Donaphon, age 70, passed away on November 14, 2023. Rodger was born in Chester and raised in Brookhaven. He attended Sun Valley High School, Widener University for his undergraduate degree and then pursued his master’s degree at Carnegie Mellon. Rodger was also a longtime employee at Fed Ex. He enjoyed fishing, working on...
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Mary Runner
Mary Runner (nee Hilferty), 90 years old, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 12, 2023. Mary was a longtime resident of both Chester, PA and Swarthmore, PA. Loving daughter of the late James and Marie McGehean Hilferty. Beloved wife of 60 years to the late Richard Runner, dear sister of Anne...
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Robin Matthew Wielosik
Robin Matthew Wielosik (formerly Kristen Elizabeth Wielosik), 27, passed away November 9, 2023. Born in West Chester, PA, he was raised in Parkside and Brookhaven. He was educated through the Penn Delco School District and was a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of 2015. Robin relocated to the Midwest and graduated from Oklahoma...
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David B. Evans
David B. Evans, 76, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born in Chester, PA, he has been a lifelong resident of Upland. He was a graduate of Chester High School and Goldey Beacom College. He then went on to work for Westinghouse Electric Corporation until its closing in 1987 and...
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Mary L. Albany
Mary L. Albany, 69, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. Mary was born in Chester, PA and she was a lifelong resident of Upland. Mary graduated from Notre Dame High School and the College of Nursing of Crozer Foundation. She worked for Sterling Rehab in Media as an LPN for many...
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Brian A. Conklin
Brian A. Conklin, age 34, of Parkside Pa., formerly of Northeast Philadelphia, passed away on September 26, 2023. Brian was born on a MASH site in South Korea, where soon after the family moved to the family dairy farm via assignment in Texas. Brian spent most of his childhood in Michigan earning chore money milking...
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Kathryn M. Orr
Kathryn M. Orr, 63, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2023, at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Born in Chester, PA, she has been a lifelong resident of Delaware County, mainly residing in Parkside and Brookhaven. She was a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of 1978 and pursued a career in the hospitality industry. Kathy...
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Daniel J. Mellor
Daniel J. Mellor “Danny”, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on September 20, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was a resident of Drexel Hill and Upper Darby, before moving to Brookhaven, PA, for the last 11 years. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He has always had a love...
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George W. Lucas
George W. Lucas, 95, of Brookhaven, PA, passed away on September 17, 2023. He was born on February 24, 1928, in North Bend, PA, to the late Orrie and Lena Ross Lucas. George was predeceased by his five siblings, Orrie Lucas, Elsie Crossley, Carmin Spirnock, Elizabeth Lambert and Ken Lucas. George was a dedicated and...
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Velva P. Moffitt
Velva (Vel) Patricia Moffitt, 72, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving children on September 11, 2023. Vel was born on October 24, 1950, in Upland, PA. She was the daughter of the late Velva May Dougherty and the late John Tenuto. She was married to the love of her life, Jon,...
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Rosemary Siegel
Rosemary Siegel (nee D’Alessio), 72, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2023. She resided at Maris Grove with her husband, Henry, where she participated in the players club, book club, and many other activities. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Henry Siegel and her parents Raimondo and Catherine D’Alessio. Rosemary is survived by her...
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Connie Cox
Connie Cox, age 65, of Mount Holly, NJ has passed away after a series of recent struggles with her health on August 30, 2023. Connie was born in Mount Holly, NJ and grew up in nearby Vincentown. She was a very caring person and loved animals. Especially her cats and dogs, but most of all...
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Antoinette “Annette” C. Carr
Antoinette “Annette” C. Carr, age 73 of Franklinville, NJ, formerly of Lansdowne, PA, passed away on August 23, 2023 surrounded by her family. Annette was born in South Philadelphia, grew up in Southwest Philadelphia, attended Most Blessed Sacrament grade school (MBS), and proudly graduated from West Catholic Girls High School in 1967. She was a...
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Francis A. “Frank” Salvadore, Sr.
Francis “Frank” Salvadore, Sr., 78, passed away August 21, 2023 at his home. Born in Chester, he resided for many years in Aston, and most recently in Brookhaven, at the Traditions of Ridley Creek. He was a graduate of St. James High School. For over 60 years, Frank was a barber and owned Franks Barber...
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Nancy Bell
Nancy Bell passed away at her home in Staten Island, NY on August 14, 2023. She was born December 14, 1946 in SW Philadelphia, PA, to the late Frank Lanzer Bell, Jr. and Jane Loretta Kehl Bell. She is predeceased by her sister, Stephanie (Bell) Albert, and nephew Daniel Albert. She is survived by sisters Millie (Bell-Borko)...
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Linda Shaffer
Linda Shaffer, 72, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2023. Born and raised in Chester, PA, she then moved to Coatesville. She also spent several years in Ohio before moving back to Delaware County. Linda was a computer programmer for Shared Medical Systems for many years. She was predeceased by her parents Carol and Clair...
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Kathleen Frances Bell
Kathleen Frances Bell, age 69, formerly of Upland, passed away unexpectedly on July 18, 2023. Kathie grew up in Upland and graduated from Notre Dame High School in Moylan. She was a big fan of wrestling and was actively involved with local independent wrestling clubs. Kathie booked matches, was a ring announcer, and a big...
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Kathleen L. Nagy
Kathleen L. Nagy, age 58, a lifelong resident of Upland, suddenly passed away on July 16, 2023. She loved spending time at her summer home with her family in Indian Acres, Md. Kathleen was predeceased by her father Kenneth E. Nagy, Sr, and her brother, Kenneth E. Nagy, Jr. She is survived by her children,...
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Michael S. Evans
Michael Steven Evans, 49, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 15, 2023 after a short battle with cancer. Born in Media, PA, he was a lifelong resident of Upland, PA. He was a graduate of Bonner High School and went on to work multiple labor jobs in concrete, painting, and construction. Michael...
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William A. “Bill” Murray
William A. Murray “Bill”, 82, passed away June 29, 2023. He was a lifelong resident of Newtown Square, before moving to Parkside in 1995. He was a graduate of Bonner High School, class of 1960 and went on to work for Marple Newtown School District for over 30 years. During his retirement he worked for...
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Mary Mercadante
Mary Mercadante of Parkside passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 29, 2023. She was the daughter of the late John and Kathryn Plasko. Mary was born in Tuscarora, PA and moved with her family to Tamaqua, PA. She left Tamaqua when she was 15 to live with her Aunt Anna and Uncle Bert. This was during...
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Stephen D. Siple
Stephen D. Siple, 76, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2023. He was a longtime resident of Media, PA, until moving to Parkside 2 years ago. He worked for PECO as a lineman for many years before his retirement. He loved to fish and go to farmers markets. He will be remembered fondly and deeply...
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Sandra Jean Cornog
Sandra Jean Cornog (nee Vogel), age 78, of Brookhaven, formerly of Allentown passed away peacefully at home on June 9, 2023. She was born and raised in Delaware county and resided there most of her life. Sandra was a well-known dog breeder, specializing in Cavalier King Charles puppies. Family was very important to her. She...
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Patrick R. McCullough
Patrick Robert Emmett McCullough, 79, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Born February 25, 1944, he was raised in West Philadelphia. He went on to raise his family in Drexel Hill, PA, and then moved to Brookhaven, PA, where he has resided for the last 31 years....
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William J. Atz., Jr.
William J. “Bill” Atz Jr., age 91, of Kennett Square, PA formerly of Milmont Park, passed away peacefully on May 11th. Born on a farm in Thornton, Pa, to the late William J. Atz, Sr., and Susan C. Atz (Broadbelt). Bill was a graduate of West Chester High School. Bill is survived by his wife...
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Susan McVeigh
Susan McVeigh, age 80, a longtime resident of Brookhaven, passed away on May 10, 2023. She is survived by her sons, Kevin (Kimberly) McVeigh, and Brian (Jessica) McVeigh also her grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Kelly, Colin, and Alaina McVeigh. Relatives and Friends are invited to her visitation on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 from 10-11AM at the Bateman-Allen...
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David Lohin
David Lohin of Chadds Ford, Pa died at home on April 30, 2023, surrounded by his family, after a battle with cancer. Dave was born in Chester, Pa on October 29, 1958, to John and Pauline Lohin. He was first and foremost a family man; devoted to his parents, Nan and Pop, he never missed...
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Mark E. Townsend
Mark E. Townsend, age 72 of Parkside, passed away on April 27, 2023. Mark was a loving husband, father, and brother. He was a very caring, devoted, and selfless person that would help anyone in need. He was born in Darby and grew up in Sharon Hill. He graduated from Sharon Hill High School in...
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Barbara Ann Taylor
Barbara Ann (Flint) Taylor, 91, of Aston, a former ARCO Chemical Co. employee and devoted grandmother, died peacefully in her sleep April 26 at home. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Ms. Taylor also resided in Lansdowne, Swarthmore, Ridley Park and Glen Mills before moving to Aston. Ms. Taylor was employed by Atlantic Richfield Co. in...
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Carole J. Pugh
Carole Jo Pugh, 79, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2023, at Riddle Memorial Hospital. She was a long-time resident of Upland before moving to Brookhaven. She was a graduate of Penncrest High School. Carole was predeceased by her beloved husband, David Pugh; her parents Harry and Florence Barlow; her brother Charles Barlow; and her...
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Ronald J. Bain
Ronald J. Bain, the ultimate nice guy who loved to make others laugh, died April 16, 2023, peacefully and surrounded by family at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, following a brief but valiant battle with lung cancer. He was 60. A lifelong resident of Chester, he was a 1980 graduate of Chester High...
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William Linwood Elliott
William Linwood Elliott, age 78, of Drexel Hill, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 9, 2023. He was born January 14, 1945 to the late William Louis Elliott and Jewel Virginia Elliott (Roach). Bill was born and raised in Chester PA and attended Chester High School. He served as a...
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Sharon L. Craven
Sharon L. Craven, 68, passed away peacefully April 8, 2023, at Avalon Memory Care in Houston, TX. Born in Upland, PA, she was a graduate of Sun Valley High School and resided in Brookhaven for most of her life. She was a social worker for Delaware County for many years. Seven years ago, she moved...
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Doris M. McElwee
Doris Marie McElwee, 87, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Upland, PA, she raised her family in Parkside, PA. While retired, she and her husband resided in Pot Nets, DE. She lived her later years in West Chester, PA, and the last six weeks at Merrill Gardens...
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Barbara J. Miclitis
Barbara J. Miclitis, 76, passed away peacefully at Riddle Memorial Hospital on March 26, 2023. Born and raised in Parkside, PA, she has been a resident of Glen Mills for the past 36 years. In her younger years she was a hairdresser. She loved to paint and enjoyed working on crafts. Above all else, she...
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Linda M. Bell
Linda M. Bell, age 68, of Upland, peacefully passed away at home on March 20, 2023. Linda was a 1974 graduate of Cardinal O’Hara High School and worked in the insurance industry as broker for her whole career. She was a lifelong Delco resident and enjoyed playing Bingo, lighthouses, trips to Amish country but most...
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David W. Huntington
David W. Huntington, age 67, of Brookhaven, formally of Havertown, bravely fought his cancer, but he lost his battle and peacefully went home to the Lord on March 17, 2023. He graduated from Haverford High School and was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Havertown. David enjoyed Christmas and collected snowmen, bears, and...
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Ruth Anne Shoup
Ruth Anne Shoup, 76, passed away March 15, 2023, at Crozer Chester Medical Center. Born in Chester, she has been a lifelong resident of Delaware County, residing in Media for the last 20 years. She was a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of ’64 and graduated from Widener with her bachelor’s degree. She...
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Jean M. Lohin
Jean M. Lohin, 94, passed away peacefully March 1, 2023, at Glen Mills Senior Living to join her beloved husband, George and her son, Georgie in heaven. Jean was a resident of Brookhaven, PA, for 60 years before moving to Glen Mills. She was a devoted wife of 48 years, a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister,...
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Lorraine Gorman
Lorraine Gorman, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Middletown, DE. Lorraine was a lifelong resident of Delaware County; the majority being spent in Aston and 10 years in Brookhaven at the Traditions at Ridley Creek. She lived the last couple years with her son and daughter in law in Middletown, DE. She was...
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Margaret “Meg” Barrett
Margaret “Meg” Barrett (nee Wiedmann), 61, passed away on February 8, 2023. She had previously resided in Springfield and was a current resident of Wallingford. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from The Pennsylvania State University. She went on to work as an educator for the Tyler Arboretum, and a teacher’s assistant for Northly Middle...
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Kevin S. Newsome
Kevin S. Newsome of Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, passed away on February 7, 2023, after a quiet, yet resolute and ever-hopeful fight against cancer. He was 66 years old. Kevin was born in El Paso, Texas, and grew up in Santa Cruz County, California. He graduated from San Lorenzo High School and Sonoma State University, where he...
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John Lewis Weare, III
John Lewis Weare, III, 81, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2023 at the Wilmington VA Hospital. He has been a lifelong resident of Delaware County, most currently residing in Upland, PA. He attended St. James High School and Eddystone High School before enlisting in the army. John started to work as a carpenter and...
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Roberta “Bobbie” May Cucchi
Roberta “Bobbie” May Cucchi, 70, loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away at home on February 3, 2023 in the presence of her husband of 40 years. A lifetime resident of Upland Borough, Bobbie was well known and loved by many within her community. She had countless friends and acquaintances whom she...
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