Ann Claire Baxter Brecker, Esq., age 91, of Gladwyne, PA, formerly of Bala Cynwyd, PA and Cape May Point, NJ, passed on January 23, 2022.  Being a wonderful daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother was only a small part of the extraordinary life of Ann Claire Baxter Brecker. After graduating from Rosemont College with a degree in Art, Ann immediately enrolled in Pierce Business School to pursue a career, something very rare for a woman of...

Joseph F. Kelly, 79, of West Chester, PA, passed away peacefully at home on January 22, 2022 after a valiant battle against cancer.  Born October 5, 1942 in Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of the late Joseph F. and Ursula (nee Dougherty) Kelly.  Joe was raised in Lansdowne, PA. He graduated from Lansdowne-Alden High School in 1960 where he played football and attended Villanova University graduating in 1964 with a degree in economics.  He started his professional...

Glenn Marshall Mehnert, 59, of Malvern, died at home on January 21, 2022, after a 15-month contest of wills with cancer.   Glenn was a towering presence, nearly six-and-a-half-feet tall, who delighted in giving hugs that pulled his objects of affection clean off the floor. Even those who acted outwardly uncomfortable in his embraces secretly cherished them.   Glenn was born November 30, 1962, in Glens Falls, New York, to Irene and William Mehnert. He grew up in a mix of...

Robert J. “Bob” D’Amato, age 66, of Downingtown, PA, formerly of Linwood, PA, passed away on January 20, 2022. Born in Chester, PA, he was the beloved son of the late Emidio and Regina D’Amato. Bob enjoyed trading stocks in his older age and golfing, bowling, running track, playing guitar and pool in his younger days. He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and was very fond of old movies and shows. Bob was the loving father of Daniel J. D’Amato (Jenny) and...

On Thursday, January 20, 2022, Charles Michael Napoli passed away at the age of 66 after howling at the full wolf moon one last time. Born in Montgomery County on April 2, 1955 to Michael and Rita, he spent nearly fifty years with his wife, Diane. They raised two sons, Charlie and Nicholas. Charles loved being physically active. From his school days running track, to playing in local softball leagues throughout his 20's and 30's, you could find him raising the level...

Xinghai Dai, age 94, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away on January 20, 2022. Born in Honghe, China, he was the son of the late Yongfu Dai and Zhuliu Hou. Xinghai enjoyed Tai Chi, reading, and singing. He loved educating young minds and enjoyed his job as a school teacher. Xinghai was the beloved husband of Ruoqi He; loving father of Xiaohong Dai (Zejun Chen), Yimin Dai (Xiaoyan Yang), Xiaoyan Dai (Bo Wen); caring grandfather of four grandchildren; adoring great-grandfather of one...

Joe LaVecchio, age 60, of Milbourne PA, passed away on January 19, 2022 surrounded by his family. Born in Southwest Philly, he was the loving son of the late Joseph LaVecchio and Barbara LaVecchio (nee Printz). Joe is survived by the love of his life, Cynthia Doherty.  In their 40 years together, raised three amazing sons, Joseph (April Magolon), Andrew, and Christopher. We were also blessed with three Grandchildren Joseph, Anthony, and Gianna. Joe is also survived by his...

Frank T. Taggart Sr., age 91, of Secane, PA formerly of Overbrook, went home to the Lord with his loving family at his side on January 19, 2022.  He was the loving Son of the late Charles J. Taggart & Margaret M. (nee Donovan) & loving Brother to the late Charles J. (Joan) Taggart, Joseph W. Taggart, Peggy (Bill) Ferrell & Thomas J. Taggart. Frank enlisted in the United States Army during the Korean War where he proudly served his country from 1950-1953. He retired...

Mark C. Ciolko 12/06/1960- 01/19/2022 Mark C. Ciolko, age 61, of Schwenksville, PA, passed away on January 19, 2022.   Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Leon and Lucy B. Ciolko (nee Iniewicz). Mark was a 1979 graduate of Abraham Lincoln High School in Philadelphia, PA.  He previously worked for Homeline Industries. He was also a Corrections Officer at Graterford Prison until ill health forced his retirement. Mark enjoyed spending time with his...

Phyllis Rowena Wilson, 76, of Royersford, PA, formerly of Upper Darby, PA, passed away January 19, 2022.   Born October 7, 1945 in Bangor, Maine, she was a daughter of the late Granville Earl and Ruth (nee Curtis) Furge.   Phyllis attended Bangor High School and after moving to Upper Darby she worked at Gimbels in Upper Darby and Bradlees in Broomall, PA prior to her retirement.   Phyllis was very active in the local community including being a member of the St....