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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.
Leonard J. Klemaszewki
Leonard J. Klemaszewski 1939-2015 Leonard J. Klemaszewski, 76, passed away January 23, 2015 at Riddle Memorial Hospital, Media, Pa. Born in Mt. Carmel he lived in Chester and resided in Brookhaven, Pa, since 1967. He graduated from Chester High School, class of 1956. Leonard worked for Viscos (FMC) as a slitter, Quelcor as a supervisor,...
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Richard “Rick” T. Laskoski
Richard (Rick) T. Laskoski, age 81 Of Brookhaven Richard T. Laskoski born in Chester, PA died on January 12, 2015. Son of the late John and Mary Laskoski, he was predeceased by brothers Edward and Albert Laskoski; sisters Laura Hewes, Fay McKenney and Constance Moran. He was a graduate of Chester High School class of...
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Mary Skulski
Mary Skulski, 97, passed away peacefully January 9, 2015. Born and raised in Chester, Pa, she has been a resident of Brookhaven, Pa, since 1947. Mary helped run their family business, Skulski and Sons Electric, with her husband and three sons in previous years. She was an active member of Our Lady of Charity Parish....
Read MoreRose Marie DeStefano
Rose Marie DeStefano, 89, passed away January 3, 2016 at Physicians Regional Hospital, Naples, Fl. Born December 30, 1926 she was a long time resident of Swarthmore, Pa, and most recently resided in Marco Island, Fl. She was a graduate of Ridley High School and was a devoted home maker. Rose was predeceased by her...
Read MoreTheresa D. MacDonald
Theresa D. MacDonald, 61, passed away December 23, 2014 at the University of Pennsylvania. Born in Chester, Pa, she has been a resident of Parkside for the last 15 years. She was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and worked for AMSA 31 in Edgmont, Pa, as a diesel truck mechanic before her retirement....
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Charles E. Rivers, Jr.
Charles E. Rivers Jr., 93 Charles E. Rivers Jr. of Swarthmore, formerly of Springfield, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home in Gainesville, Florida on December 22, 2014. Charles was born in East Orange, New Jersey. He attended the University of Delaware. After two years of school he left to serve in the Army during...
Read MoreCharles J. Arnold
Charles J. Arnold, 83, passed away December 9, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. A 42 year resident of Brookhaven, Pa, before retiring to Lewes, De. He was a graduate of and multi-sport athlete at Stevens Trade School, class of 1950. He was an Air Force veteran, owned Charles J. Arnold Electrical Services, retired from...
Read MoreVirginia Mills
Virginia M. Mills, 82, passed away December 5, 2014 at her home. Born in Mount Carmel, Pa, she was a long time resident of Wallingford, Pa, before moving to Ridley Park in 2008. She was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, class of 1949 and graduated from Chester Hospital School of Nursing in 1952....
Read MoreIrene R. Bove
Irene R. Bove, 84, passed away November 1, 2014 at Crozer Chester Medical Center, Upland, Pa. Born in Philadelphia, Pa, she was a long time resident of Brookhaven, Pa. Irene was a dedicated loving wife and mother and will be deeply missed. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 54 years Gerald Bove; her...
Read MoreHenry A. Tenaglio Sr.
Henry A. Tenaglio Sr., 91, passed away November 1, 2014 at his home in West Chester, Pa. Born in Philadelphia, Pa, he was a long time resident of Havertown, Pa, before moving to West Chester with his daughter 3 years ago. He was a graduate of Overbrook High School, class of 1941. He was a...
Read MorePauline “Polly” Harper
Pauline Ann (nee Olson) Harper (Polly) of Brookhaven, PA died peacefully at Fair Acres Geriatric Center on October 22, 2014. Born July 29, 1927 in Beloit, Wisconsin Polly graduated from Nether Providence High School and went on to work for the Bell Telephone Company. She married and was a homemaker/stay-at-home mother for 16 years. She...
Read MoreAnna M. Mason
Anna M. Mason, age 91, died October 8, 2014 at the Belvedere Center in Chester, Pa. A resident of Wallingford, Pa. Employed with Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, as a Medical Technologist. She was predeceased by her daughter Kathy Detwiler (George). She was the beloved wife to the late George W. Mason who passed...
Read MoreMae M. Grieco
Mae M. Grieco, 88, passed away October 7, 2014. She was born and raised in Chester, Pa. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Ralph R. Grieco; her parents Catherine and Charles Mason; her brother George Mason. She is a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. All services private. Funeral arrangements by Bateman-Allen Funeral...
Read MoreDaniel Johnston
Daniel Johnston, 91, passed away on October 6th at home, surrounded by family. Dan was born in Ballyweaney, Northern Ireland. He attended the Ballyweaney Public School and worked on his family farm. At age 17, he served his apprenticeship and learned the trades of a joiner, wheelright, coach builder and stair builder. After serving his...
Read MoreWanda Diakow
Wanda Diakow, 96, passed away October 4, 2014. Funeral mass Friday 10:30am St. John Chrysostom, 617 S. Providence Rd., Wallingford, Pa, 19086. Visitation Friday 10am-10:30am at the church. Burial SS Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, Pa. Print
Read MoreBrandy M. Woolsey
Brandy M. Woolsey (nee Goldsmith) Age 42, of Brookhaven, died suddenly on October 1, 2014. Born in Santa Monica, CA. She loved her family, friends, and all animals. Brandy had a heart of gold and will be deeply missed. She was predeceased by her natural mother, Elke Goldsmith-Trakas, grandparents, Helmut and Anna Skala Survivors: Daughter;...
Read MoreMelvin Bantum
Melvin Bantum, 90, passed away October 1, 2014 at Crozer Chester Medical Center. Funeral services private. Burial Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Yardley, Pa. Print
Read MoreRodger W. Fredrick
Rodger W. Fredrick, 81, passed away September 10, 2014 at Sunrise Granite Run. Born in East Stroudsburg, Pa, he was a long time resident of Norwood before moving to Sunrise 5 years ago. He was a graduate of Milton S. Hershey School for Boys. Rodger was a Rates and Tariffs officer for Matlack trucking company....
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Alice M. Laubsch
Alice M. (nee Fromal)Laubsch, 68 of Upland, Pa, died suddenly Sept. 1 at her son’s home in Woodlyn, Pa. Mrs. Laubsch was born in Upland to Curtis and Theresa (nee Collins) Fromal and lived her whole life there. She was dedicated to her children. She was the nicest, most caring person you could meet. She...
Read MoreEdward J. Archacki
Edward J. Archacki, 62, passed away August 22, 2014 in Phoenix, AZ. Born and raised in Chester, PA, he has lived the last 30 years in Phoenix, AZ. He was a 1969 graduate of St. James High School and entered the US Air Force directly after graduation. He spent his career as an electronic instructor...
Read MorePaul L. Grant Jr.
Paul L. Grant Jr., 56, passed away August 7, 2014 at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY. Born in Philadelphia he was raised in Springfield, Pa, before moving to Fairport, NY, 20 years ago. He was a graduate of Springfield High School, class of 1976, received his Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Joseph’s University in...
Read MoreDonald P. Moretti Jr.
Donald P. Moretti Jr., 64, passed away July 22, 2014 at his home. Born in Chester, Pa, he resided in Wilmington, De, Aston, Pa, and Boothwyn, Pa, before moving to Claymont, De, a year and a half ago. He was a graduate of Chester High School. He was the owner of Custom Kitchen and Baths....
Read MoreTom Kida
Tom Kida of Aston, PA passed away suddenly on July 11, 2014 at the age of 51. Tom was the beloved son of the late Tina (Young) Johnson and is survived by his step-father, Merle C. Johnson and 3 siblings: Sharon Bennett, Merle Johnson and Jennifer Miller. Tom is also survived by his father, Thomas...
Read MoreHedwig “Honey” Grab
Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, Obituary 610-876-5237, fax 610-876-7395 Hedwig M. “Honey” Grab (nee Skulski), 82, passed away peacefully at her home July 8, 2014. Born in Chester, Pa, she was a long time resident of Wallingford, Pa, before moving to Brookhaven 5 years ago. She attended Chester High School and was an Audio Visual Assistant at...
Read MoreJuanita Armstrong
Juanita Armstrong, 72, passed away July 5, 2014 peacefully at her home. Born and raised in Chester, Pa, she was a resident of Wallingford, Pa, for the last 30 years. She graduated from Chester High School and most recently was a bartender at The Thirsty Bulldog, Upper Chichester, Pa. She adored her cats, Keek, Noodles,...
Read MoreAnna Ruth Shaffer
Anna Ruth Shaffer, 83, passed away July 1, 2014 at her home. Born in Bridgeport, Pa, she was a long time resident of both Chester and Brookhaven, Pa. She was a graduate of Chester High School and Wilmington Hospital for Nursing. She was a nurse at Sacred Heart Hospital for the majority of her career...
Read MoreKathryn Fry
Kathryn A. Fry, 88, passed away July 1, 2014 at Brandywine Senior Living at Longwood, Kennett Square, Pa. Born in Chester, Pa, she was a long time resident of both Brookhaven, Pa, and Fort Myers, FL. She spent the last year and a half in Kennett Square, Pa. She was a graduate of Chester High...
Read MoreC. Marshall Byre Jr.
C. Marshall Byre Jr., 91, passed away peacefully June 26, 2014 at his home. Born in Media, Pa, he has been a resident of Upland, Pa, for 60 years. He was a graduate of Nether Providence High School, class of 1942, and was very active in their alumni association and reunions. He worked the majority...
Read MoreRuth M. Lloyd
Ruth M. Lloyd, age 86 died June 19, 2014 at Brinton Manor Rehabilitation Center in Glen Mills, Pa. She was a resident of Aston Twp. Pa; previous resident of Newark, Delaware and Upland, Pa for 65 years. Graduate of Eddystone High School. She was employed with Elwyn Institute, Christiana School District in Delaware and Christiana...
Read MoreAllan Joseph Quis
Allan Joseph Quis, 84, passed away June 12, 2014 at Belvedere Nursing Facility, Chester, Pa. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he lived in Hauppauge, NY, and later resided in Brookhaven, Pa. He graduated from Grover Cleveland High School, Ridgewood, NY. He was a Quality Control Technician and retired in 1994. He was an accomplished Semi-pro baseball...
Read MoreStella Ann Ervin
Stella A. Ervin, 65, passed away peacefully June 6, 2014 surrounded by her family. She was born and raised in Philadelphia, spent many years in Sicklerville, NJ, and was currently residing in Brookhaven, Pa. She was a graduate of John Bartrum High School, class of 1966. She loved to crochet and adored her dogs; Millie,...
Read MoreMarilyn C. Shaw
Marilyn C. Shaw, 88, passed away June 1, 2014 at her home. Born in Media, Pa, she has been a long time resident of Brookhaven, Pa. She graduated from Media High School and was a sales associate at Strawbridge and Clothier in Springfield until her retirement. She loved to cruise, shop, and was an avid...
Read MoreBlanche Heckert
Blanche I Heckert, 99, passed away May 28, 2014 at Sterling Nursing Health Care Center, Media, Pa. She was born in Northumberland, Pa, and spent the majority of her life there until moving to Brookhaven, Pa. She was currently living in Media, Pa. She enjoyed embroidery, puzzles, and being with her large family. She was...
Read MoreMartha L. Jarman
Martha L. Jarman, 93, passed away May 28, 2014 at Taylor Hospital, Ridley Park, Pa. Born in Chester, Pa, she had been a long time resident of Folsom before moving to Prospect Park Health and Rehabilitation Center, Prospect Park, Pa. She did clerical work at Sun Ship before her retirement. She was very involved with...
Read MoreJames A. Aldridge Jr.
James A. Aldridge Jr., 67, passed away May 20, 2014. Born in Shreveport, LA, he was a long time resident of Brookhaven, Pa. He was a graduate of Monsignor Bonner HS, class of 1965. He worked for both NCR and AT&T before his retirement and was a Vietnam veteran in the US Navy. He is...
Read MoreAlbert V. Hamilton III
Albert V. Hamilton III, 86, passed away May 18, 2014 at Coatesville VA Medical Center. Born in Chester, Pa, he was a longtime resident of Glen Riddle before moving to Quarryville 10 years ago. He attended school in Lebanon as well as Eddystone High School. He was a Merchant Marine. Al worked at Sun Ship...
Read MoreZygmond Jablonski
Zygmond Jablonski, a Chester native and decorated Veteran of WWII passed away at home on May 11, 2014 with his family at his side. Mr. Jablonski was a Staff Sargent and member of the 84th Infantry Division honorably serving his country in the European Theatre. After returning home to Chester, Zig married the former Josephine...
Read MoreGeraldine Stout
Geraldine (Gerry) Hamel Stout, age 88, peacefully rode the sunrise home to be with her Lord on Sunday morning, May 11th at the home of her children, Kenneth and Linda Roberts. She was married to the late Lester E. Stout for 63 years. She was born to the late Maurice and Sadie Hamel, spending her...
Read MoreJohn S. Stanley
John S. Stanley, 59, passed away May 3, 2014 at Crozer Chester Medical Center, Upland, Pa. He had resided in Toby Farms and Ridley, Pa, before moving to Parkside in 1996. He was a graduate of Springfield High School, class of 1973. He was predeceased by his parents Caroline and Jesse Stanley; his sister Linda...
Read MoreLinda R. Healy
Linda R. Healy, 64, passed away May 2, 2014 at her home. Raised in Wallingford, Pa, she attended Nether Providence High School. She was currently residing in Crum Lynne, Pa. She was an animal lover and rescued many. She also loved to go to the casinos. She was predeceased by her parents Betty Marie and...
Read MoreVernon Dilbeck
Vernon Dilbeck peacefully passed away May 2, 2014 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Born in Philadelphia he was a resident of Elwyn in Media, Pa. He is survived by his siblings Roger, Buford, Lily, Georgia, and Elsie. Funeral service Thursday 11:30am at the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, 4220 Edgmont Ave., Brookhaven, Pa, 19015. Visitation Thursday 10:30-11:30am at...
Read MoreOleta Hill
Oleta Hill, 81, passed away May 1, 2014 at Granite Farms Estates, Media, Pa. Born in Purcell, OK, she was a longtime resident of Wallingford, Pa, before moving to Granite Farms. She loved to sew and spend time with her family. She and her husband were extensive travelers and took many trips in their Winnebago....
Read MoreJeffrey Tillman
Jeffrey J. Tillman, 59, passed away April 20, 2014. He is survived by his two children Jeremy and Aimee Tillman.Memorial service Thursday 11am at the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, 4220 Edgmont Ave., Brookhaven, Pa, 19015. Visitation Thursday 10-11am at the funeral home. Interment private. Print
Read MoreLouise Bertha Bunker Bradford
Louise Bertha Bunker Bradford, age 81, of Aston Twp., Pa. died April 17, 2014 at her home. Graveside service Thursday 2:00 p.m. at Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, Pa. Print
Read MoreJoseph “Joe” McCabe
Joe McCabe, 55, passed away April 3, 2014 at Riddle Memorial Hospital, Media, Pa, after a short and courageous battle with cancer. He was born and raised in Brookhaven and lived most of his life nearby. He was a graduate of Sun Valley High School and RETS Electronic School. He is predeceased by his father...
Read MoreEleanor Marie Boccella
Eleanor M. Boccella, 77, passed away March 3, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Chester, Pa, she was a resident of Foxville Villas in Garnet Valley for the last year. She had been a long time resident of Wallingford and Brookhaven, Pa. She was a 1954 graduate of Notre Dame High...
Read MoreMabel Emma Taylor Wallace
Mabel Emma Taylor Wallace, 94, a resident of Granite Farms Estates in Media and former resident of Parkside, PA, went to be with the Lord on February 28, 2014. Mabel was born in 1919 in Chester, PA. The daughter of the late Isaac and Charlotte Taylor, she was raised and educated in the Chester area...
Read MoreWilliam “Billy” Haines
William “Billy” Haines, 61, passed away on February 13, 2014 at his home. Born in Chester, Pa, he lived in Brookhaven and Middletown Twp. before moving to Aston in 1999. He was a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of 1971. He was self-employed as a meat jobber owning Billy Haines’ Meats, Inc. and...
Read MoreStanley E. Rines Sr.
Stanley E. Rines, Sr. Stanley E. Rines Sr., 92, went to be with the Lord, February 8, 2014, surrounded by loving family. He was born in Berlin, NH, and has been a resident of Glen Riddle, Pa, for 57 years. He attended the University of New Hampshire. He was a US Army veteran of WWII...
Read MoreGeorge Baker Jr.
George Baker, Jr., 82, passed away February 8, 2014 at Foulk Manor North, Wilmington, DE. Born in Greenville, Pa, he has been a resident of Wilmington, DE, since 1965. He was a long time employee and retiree from GM. He was US Army veteran of the Korean War. He is predeceased by his wife Mae...
Read MoreJames Roman
James Roman, 80, passed away January 27, 2014 at his home. Born in Philadelphia, Pa, he was a long time resident of Wallingford, Pa. He was a graduate of Central High School, class of 1951. He received his BA in 1963 and his MA in 1964 from Temple University. He was a Professor of English...
Read MoreSandra Joy Loane
Sandra Joy Loane, 65, passed away January 20, 2014. Born in Cornwall, NY, she grew up in Wayne and Maple Glen, Pa. She raised children in Abington, Pa, and still has strong family connections to Central Valley, NY. She has spent the last 10 years in Broomall, Pa. She was a graduate of Upper Dublin...
Read MoreBeatrice Dewey Zimmerman
Beatrice Dewey Zimmerman (nee Brown), 88, passed away January 17, 2014 at Sterling Nursing Care, Media, PA. Born October 7, 1925 in Frackville, PA she was the daughter of the late David and Barbara (Balliet) Brown. Bea was predeceased by two husbands, Charles H Dewey who died in 1981 and Luther O Zimmerman who died...
Read MoreCarolyn S. Rogers
Carolyn S. Rogers (nee, Stackenwalt) of Glen Mills, PA, (formerly Collingswood and Marlton, NJ) died early on the morning of Thursday, January 16th, 2014 after a brief illness. She was born June 20, 1924, to Francis M. and Helen (nee, Rose) Stackenwalt in Camden, NJ. She married George E. Rogers (deceased, 1975) in Runnemede, NJ,...
Read MoreNeil O’Connor
Neil J. O’Connor, 84, passed away January 10, 2014 at Riddle Memorial Hospital, Media, Pa. He was a lifelong resident of Garden City, Wallingford, Pa before moving to Rose Tree Place where he lived for the last year and a half. He was a very well educated man with numerous degrees. He was an avid...
Read MoreAnne R. Sekel
Anne R. Sekel (nee Gonder), 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 6, 2014 at Crozer Keystone Hospice. Born in Flushing, NY, she was a long time resident of Wallingford, Pa, before moving to Brookhaven, Pa, 14 years ago. She was a graduate of West Catholic High School, class of 1959....
Read MoreJohn T. Hayes
John T. Hayes, 82, passed away December 14, 2013 at Crozer Chester Medical Center. Born December 10, 1931 in Ridley Park, Pa, he was a previous resident of Boothwyn, Pa, and has lived in Brookhaven, Pa, since 1998. He was a graduate of St. James High School, class of 1950. He had a 38 year...
Read MoreVirginia L. Mann
Virginia L. Mann, 89, passed away December 12, 2013 at Riddle Memorial Hospital, Media, Pa. Born in Chester, Pa, she has been a resident of Aston, Pa, for the last 50 years. She was a graduate of Chester High School, class of 1941. She was a secretary for Scott Paper for 15 years. She enjoyed...
Read MoreJoseph J. Lynch
Joseph James Lynch, 74, passed away December 5, 2013. Born September 17, 1939 in Exeter, Pa, he was a current resident of Delaware County. He was a graduate of St. James High School and worked for Sun Ship and Phoenix Steel. He was predeceased by his parents Helen and Joseph Lynch. He was a member...
Read MoreLillian Deeck
Lillian Mazepink Deeck , 88, passed away December 3, 2013 at Fair Acres Geriatic Center in Media, PA. Lillian was born in Woodlyn, Pa and lived most of her life in Brookhaven, Pa where she raised her family. She was a graduate of Ridley High School and worked at Sun Oil during World War II....
Read MoreRichard Tenaglio
Richard Tenaglio passed away December 2, 2013. All services are private. Print
Read MoreThea D. Houghton
Thea D. Houghton passed away December 1, 2013. Funeral services are private. Burial Glenwood Memorial, Broomall, Pa. Print
Read MoreRobert Franklin Gable
Robert Franklin Gable, 91, passed away November 27, 2013 at his home. Born and raised in Philadelphia he has been a resident of Brookhaven, Pa, since 1951. He worked for Gibson Motors and Penske Chevrolet as a Body Shop manager before his retirement. He loved wood working, gardening, and his cats. He was a WWII...
Read MoreHelen P. Baker
Helen P. Baker, 87, went to be with the Lord on November 9, 2013 at her home. Born in Chester, Pa, she grew up in Parkside and has been a resident of Middletown Twp. since 1950. She was a 1944 graduate of Media High School and went into the Cadet Nurses Core right after high...
Read MoreJohn Lohin
John Lohin, 91, of Parkside, Pa, died peacefully on September 23, 2013. Born and raised in Coal Castle, Pa, John graduated from Cass Township High School. He was a veteran of the US Army in WWII. For over 30 years he worked as a joiner at Sun Ship and Dry Dock. He was a recent...
Read MoreEvon Lynch
Evon Anthony Lynch 49, departed this life suddenly on Friday, September 20, 2013 at his home in Wilmington, Delaware. Evon, affectionately called “Andy” was born October 4, 1963 in Kingston, Jamaica to Errol Lynch and Mabel Chambers (Williams). Evon was a proud graduate of Dinthill Technical High School’s class of 1982. He later went on...
Read MoreRobert Dix
Robert (Bob) Bruce Dix, formerly of Brookhaven, PA, passed away on September 7, 2013, suddenly, at home in Burleson, TX. He was born on February 19, 1953 in Chester, PA to the late Donald (Don) Dix and Mildred (Millie) Helen Blisard Dix. He grew up in Highland Gardens,Chester, PA and Dutton’s Mill, Brookhaven, PA and...
Read MoreCharles Fuscsick
Charles Fuscsick, 92, passed away September 2, 2013 at Taylor Hospice, Ridley Park, Pa. Born in Ebervale, Pa, he has been a resident of Morton, Pa, for the last 57 years. He graduated from Hazle Township High School and the Wharton School of Business. He was an accountant for GE for 31 years before his...
Read MoreCharles Fuscsick
Charles Fuscsick, 92, passed away September 2, 2013 at Taylor Hospice, Ridley Park, Pa. Born in Ebervale, Pa, he has been a resident of Morton, Pa, for the last 57 years. He graduated from Hazle Township High School and the Wharton School of Business. He was an accountant for GE for 31 years before his...
Read MoreJean Marie Gayley
Jean Marie (nee Bramble) Gayley, 53, resident of Brookhaven, passed away at her home Saturday, August 31, 2013 surrounded by her loving husband, daughter and sisters following a long battle with ovarian cancer. She grew up in Ridley Park and was a former member of Ridley Park United Methodist Church where she sang in the...
Read MoreKathy Detwiler
Kathy Detwiler, 63, passed away August 24, 2013 at Taylor Hospital, Ridley Park. She had been a resident of Chester, Pa, for 37 years. She was predeceased by her father, George Mason. She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years George Detwiler; mother Anna Mason; sisters Sandi Mason of Arlington, Va, and Karen...
Read MoreSarah Francis
Sarah Francis, age 69 died Friday August 23, 2013 at her home in Aston, Pa. Born in Virginia, she was a resident of Aston, Pa. and a previous resident of Toby Farms, Brookhaven, Pa. Retired from NVF Company. Daughter of Bessie and John Lynn Hodge. Sarah is survived by her husband W.J. Francis of 40...
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Ida M. DiIorio
Ida M. DiIorio, 91 of Brookhaven PA, passed away on August 16, 2013 at home. She was the wife of the late Anthony G. DiIorio Sr., with whom she shared 45 years of marriage. Born and raised in Chester, PA she was the daughter of the late Nicholas & Sylvia Trosino. Ida had been a...
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Dianne Carrafa
Dianne Carrafa, age 69, longtime resident of Upland, Pa, passed away on August 15, 2013. Her grandchildren, Lindsey Rhoades, Melanie Beacroft, Bronwyn Thomas, and Renee McArdle were the light of her life. Dianne was predeceased by her parents Horatio and Violet Young; her brother Ray Young; and her sister Tina Johnson. She leaves behind her...
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Jeanette S. Walter
Jeanette S. Walter, 93, passed away July 28, 2013 at the Wallingford Nursing Home, Wallingford, Pa. She was a resident of Media, Pa, before moving to Chester in 2001. She was a member of the North Chester Baptist Church and the Parkside Seniors. She loved to go camping in Honeybrook and spending time with her...
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Antoinette C. Aloi
Antoinette C. Aloi, age 71, passed away July 20, at the Genesis Health Care, The Belvedere in Chester, Pa. Born in Philadelphia, Pa, she was a longtime resident of Brookhaven, Pa. She was the daughter of the late Dominic and Josephine Aloi. Antoinette passed away on her mother’s birthday. She is survived by her brothers...
Read MoreSusie B. Logan Bengisser
Susie B. Logan Bengisser, 92, passed away July 9, 2013 at Barclay and Friends Nursing Home, West Chester, Pa. Born in Chester, Pa, she lived in Chester and Parkside for most of her life before moving to West Chester several years ago. A homemaker, she was a loving mother and grandmother and devoted to her...
Read MoreW. Ward Fisher
W. Ward Fisher, (W.W.) 63, passed away July 4, 2013 at his home. Born and raised in Chester, Pa., he had been a current resident of Glenside, Pa. He was a graduate of St. James High School, class of 1968 and the Chubb Institute. He was a Production Manager for AccuPay Payroll, Hatboro, Pa. He...
Read MoreJohn C. Moran
John C. Moran, 73, passed away June 28, 2013. He was a long time resident of Brookhaven, Pa. He was a Counselor and House Parent at Elwyn School for many years before his retirement. He loved to travel overseas and was an avid reader. He was extremely interested in history and was a great story...
Read MoreFrank S. Hibbs
Frank S. Hibbs, 89, passed away June 25, 2013 at his home. Born in Morrisville, Pa, he resided in Brookhaven, Pa, for many years before moving to Newtown Square, Pa, 6 years ago. He graduated from Collingdale High School. He was a career long Manager for Westinghouse before hi s retirement. Frank was a kind...
Read MorePatricia L. Johnston
Patricia Louise (Herman) Johnston, 76, passed away June 25, 2013 at Neighborhood Hospice in West Chester, Pa. She was a resident of Parkside and a former resident of Upland, Pa. She graduated from Notre Dame in Moylan, Pa, class of 1956. After graduating, she worked for a short time for Bell Telephone before devoting her...
Read MoreJoan A. Rodgers
Joan A. Rodgers, 83, Loving Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother Joan A. Rodgers, 83, of Brookhaven, Pa., died June 18, 2013 at the Crozer-Keystone Hospice at Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park, Pa. Born in Chester, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Rebecca Parvis. Joan was a 1947 graduate of Notre Dame High School,...
Read MoreJoan T. Fetzer
Joan T. Fetzer, 79, passed away June 17, 2013 at Brinton Manor, Glen Mills, Pa. Born in Philadelphia, Pa, she has been a resident of Brookhaven, Pa, since 1959. She was a Court Clerk for the Delaware County Courthouse, Media, Pa for over 20 years before her retirement. She was very involved in local politics...
Read MoreJonathan C. Gabries
Jonathan C. Gabries, 23, passed away June 3, 2013 at his home. Born in Chester, Pa, he has been a resident of Glen Mills, Pa, and was a graduate of Rustin High School, West Chester, Pa. He worked for Andrews Lawn and Landscaping. He loved animals; especially his dog Sadie. He also loved mountain biking,...
Read MoreElsie Santucci
Elsie Santucci, 89, passed away May 25, 2013 at Fair Acres Geriatric Center, Lima, Pa. She has been a lifelong resident of Chester, Pa. She attended Dewey Mann School. She loved to crochet and was an avid reader. She was a dedicated home maker who loved to do everything herself and was a devoted and...
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Katherine M. Ferguson
Katherine M. Ferguson (nee Johnson), 91, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones on May 23, 2013. Born on February 20, 1922 in Chester, Pa, she resided in Eddystone, Pa, Florida, Upland, Pa, and Ocean View, De, where she enjoyed many happy times with her beloved husband Buzz (aka Warren). She...
Read MoreStephen “Steve” Simkiss
Stephen J. “Steve” Simkiss, 37, passed away peacefully at his home. He was a lifelong Aston, Pa, resident graduating from Sun Valley High School class of 1993. He was an I.T. Manager for Main Line Health Systems. He loved music and computers and was an avid Flyers fan. He really enjoyed the outdoors and loved...
Read MoreDavid “Dave” Ragan
David C. “Dave” Ragan, 46, passed away April 28, 2013. Born in Chester, Pa, he grew up in Ridley Park, Pa, and spent the last 3 years in Brookhaven, Pa. He attended Ridley High School and was a local Handyman. He loved shooting pool, BBQs and family get togethers. He was known for having a...
Read MoreArthur A. Erickson Jr.
Arthur A. Erickson Jr., 90, passed away April 20, 2013 at Brinton Manor, Glen Mills, Pa. Born in Williamsport, Pa, he has been a long time resident of Parkside, Pa. He graduated from Atlantic City High School, class of 1939. He was a very active member of the VFW Post 7060, Our Lady of Charity...
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Louise Saunders
Louise Saunders, 82, passed away April 20, 2013 at her home. Born in Chester, Pa, she was a long time resident of Brookhaven, Pa, before moving to Aston, Pa, 9 years ago. She graduated from Nether Providence High School. She retired from Boeing Vertol Computer Services where she moved up from being a secretary to...
Read MoreCatherine Milioto
Catherine Milioto, 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family in Vero Beach, Fl. Born April 4, 1916, she was a long time resident of Brookhaven, Pa. She was currently residing in Vero Beach, Fl. She graduated from Trenton High School, Trenton, NJ. She owned and operated Joe’s Market on Kerlin St. in Chester,...
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Anna Sauers
Anna Bernadine Shisko Sauers, 87 of Brookhaven, Pennsylvania passed away on April 12, 2013 from natural causes in Chester Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing Home in Malvern, PA. where she had been recuperating from a fall. She was the only child of John Anthony Shisko and Margaret Hayducek- Shisko, of McAdoo, PA Anna was born in...
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Ruth I. Wetten
Ruth I. Wetten, 91, passed away March 31, 2013 at her home. Born in Chester, Pa, she has been a lifelong resident of Parkside, Pa. She graduated from Nether Providence High School, class of 1939. She worked for the Village Green ACME for 23 years as a cashier. She was extremely active in Our Lady...
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Tom “Brother” Jones Jr.
Tom “Brother” Jones Jr., 57 Beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Nephew, Uncle, Friend Tom passed away March 26, 2013 at his home. Born in Geneva, NY, he has been a lifelong resident of Middletown Twp. He was a graduate of Penncrest High School, class of 1973, was a co-owner of Kitchen and Bath Creations for the...
Read MoreAlan F. Jones
Alan F. Jones, 69, passed away March 16, 2013 at his home. Born in Glenolden, Pa, he was a previous resident of Elkton, Md and lived the last 22 years in Brookhaven, Pa. He was a graduate of Interboro High School, class of 1962. He was a Jet engine mechanic for the Air Force, worked...
Read MorePaul Luther Grant Sr.
Paul L. Grant Sr., 91, passed away March 10, 2013, at Crozer Keystone Hospice, Ridley Park, Pa. Born in Girardville, Pa, he was a resident of Springfield, Pa, for over 60 years. He was a graduate of Girardville High School and completed a Veteran’s associate program at the University of Pennsylvania. Mr. Grant was a...
Read MoreNadia Suda
Nadia Suda, age 67, passed away March 9, 2013 at Virtua Hospital in Marlton New Jersey. Born in Germany, Nadia was a resident of Brookhaven, Pa. for 40 years, Graduate of Notre Dame High School in 1963. Employed as a Podiatrist Nurse and a homemaker. Member of St. John Chrysostom Church in Wallingford,Pa. Daughter of...
Read MoreCornelius “Neil” Gillespie
Cornelius “Neil” Gillespie, 81, passed away March 8, 2013 at Taylor Hospice, Ridley Park, Pa. Born in Philadelphia, Pa, he lived the last two years at Chestnut Ridge, Chester, Pa. Prior to moving there he lived in Nalcrest, Fl, for 20 years and Oxford, Pa. He was a graduate of West Catholic High School, class...
Read MoreMary M. Thompson
Mary Thompson, 71, passed away February 20, 2012 at Crozer Chester Medical Center, Upland, Pa. Born in Philadelphia, Pa, she was formerly a resident of South West Philadelphia and was a resident of Brookhaven, Pa, for the past 10 years. She worked for the St. Frances Nursing Home as a CNA for 20 years. She...
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