Joseph M. Buckley, Jr.
Dec 23, 2025
Joseph M. “Joe” Buckley, Jr., 60, of Spotsylvania, VA, born and raised in Upper Darby, PA, he also called Brea, CA; Tooele, UT; and Kent Island, MD home over the years, passed away on December 23, 2025.
Born in Upper Darby, PA in 1965, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Jean (Detro) Buckley. He was a loving...
Anne Doohan
Jan 8, 2026
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Relatives and friends are invited to honor Anne at a Viewing on Friday, January 16, 2026, 9:00 to 10:00 AM at St. Pius X Church, 220 Lawrence Road, Broomall, PA 19008, followed by a Funeral Mass commencing at 10:00 AM. Interment thereafter at SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA.
Sheila Ann Phelan
Jan 7, 2026
Sheila Ann Phelan, born on January 25, 1943, departed this world on January 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Sheila was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.
Sheila is survived by her beloved husband, John J. Phelan, with whom she shared a...
Gail L. Russell
Jan 6, 2026
Gail L. Russell, 88, of Hoffman Estates, IL, passed away January 6, 2026 after a brief illness.
Born May 24, 1937 in Hinsdale, IL, she was the daughter of the late Gordon and Lucille (nee Schumann) Ogden, attending Proviso East High School in Chicago, IL.
Gail was the beloved wife of the late Joe L. Russell; loving mother of Cliff Russell (Rachelle)...
Brian Joseph McCormick
Jan 6, 2026
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Relatives and friends are invited to Brian's Visitation 6:00-8:00 PM Thursday, January 15, 2026 at The Donohue Funeral Home, 1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382, 610-431-9000 and 9:30-10:30 AM Friday at SS Peter & Paul Church, 1325 Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380, followed by his Funeral Mass at 10:30 AM. Interment...
Joan K. Wright
Jan 6, 2026
Joan K. Wright, affectionately known as “Joni,” passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 90.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Eleanor (née Slinack) Keenan.
Joni was a devoted stay-at-home mom who balanced her immense love for her family with her part-time work as a Medical Technician in the Healthcare field. Her...
Marianne P. Ohler
Jan 6, 2026
Marianne P. Ohler, 79, of Malvern, PA, passed away January 6, 2026. Born April 25, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of Laurence C. and Catherine R. (nee McCarron) Power.
Marianne grew up in Drexel Hill, graduated from Archbishop Prendergast and worked as a medical technician at Fitzgerald Mercy. She later worked in the religious education department at St....
David Richard Sarson
Jan 5, 2026
David Richard Sarson, 83, of West Chester, PA, passed away peacefully in his home on January 5, 2026.
David was born on February 24, 1942 in Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada to Roy Sarson and Gwynneth (nee Zimmerman) Sarson. In 1947, his family emigrated to the United States to Uniontown, PA. In 1960, he enlisted in the Marines, and was stationed in...
Shirlee M. Lastick
Jan 5, 2026
After a long and happy life filled with friends, family, and a love for plants and animals, Shirlee Lastick, age 93, of Broomall, PA, died on January 5, 2026. She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Stanley, and her sister, Thelma.
Shirlee grew up in Philadelphia and modeled after graduating from high school. Devoted to style and a lover...
Stella Reid
Jan 3, 2026
Stella Reid, 81, of West Chester, PA, passed away January 3, 2026.
Born May 17, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Wanda (nee Owsiany) Trzaska.
Stella worked as the Director of Public Works for Bucks County for 10 years. Stella enjoyed trips to Atlantic City and going on cruises.
Stella was the beloved wife of the...
Eugenia Johnson
Jan 3, 2026
Eugenia Johnson was born on May 18, 1952 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Dr. Armand and Emily Aversa Patella. She was a resident of Florida for forty years, residing in Miami and Melbourne. She relocated to West Chester, PA in January of 2025 to be closer to family.
Eugenia was a proud alumna of Fontbonne Hall Academy (1969), Brooklyn, NY...
Joanna J. Johnston
Jan 3, 2026
Joanna J. Johnston (née Ciliberti), age 87, of Audubon, PA, passed away on January 3, 2026. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late James and Catherine Ciliberti (née Wanielista).
Joanna was the beloved wife of the late Earl Johnston; loving mother of Thomas Johnston, Lisa DeMitis (Dom), Edward Johnston, and Laura Johnston; adoring grandmother of Gianna and...
Andrew J. Michels
Jan 2, 2026
Andrew J. Michels, of Morton, PA, passed away on January 2, 2026, at the age of 68. Born on May 30, 1957, Andrew was the beloved son of the late Andrew Michels and Alma Michels (née Fisher).
Andrew was truly one of a kind—loud, happy, hilarious, and always the life of the party. His laughter filled every room, and his sense...
Robert Hirst-Hermans
Jan 1, 2026
Robert Hirst-Hermans, 80, of Drexel Hill, PA, left the world a better place on January 1, 2026.
Born in 1945 in London, Rob was the first of five children, with four sisters who cherished him so much, and whom he loved with every fiber of his soul. They had next to nothing in the material sense, but they had each other....
John Martin Hartke
Jan 1, 2026
John M. Hartke, who went by Jack, 80, of Havertown, PA, died peacefully on January 1, 2026. He spent the last days of his life surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born in Philadelphia on March 24, 1945, to Martin and K. Adair Hartke, and grew up in Silver Spring, MD. He attended St. John’s College High School in Washington,...
Linda Ann Strickland
Jan 1, 2026
Linda was born on November 27th, 1950, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Ralph and Helen Willis. She graduated from Interboro High School, where she participated in color guard. She went on to start her career at Mass Mutual as an Office Clerk. Linda spent much of her adult life as a homemaker and professional house cleaner, caring for her...
Linda Kley Gilbuena
Dec 31, 2025
Linda Gilbuena (nee Kley) passed away December 31 at Bryn Mawr Hospital. Her husband Frank and son Kley were at her bedside. She resided in Bryn Mawr.
Linda was born in Biddeford, Maine in 1946, the daughter of Dr. Edward and Ruth Kley. She attended Mountain Lakes (NJ) High School and Endicott College. After career stops at a radio station in...
Dallett Byers
Dec 31, 2025
Dallett Byers, of Drexel Hill, PA, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on August 11, 1958, Dallett was the beloved son of Barbara Jean Byers and the late John “Dal” Byers.
Dallett had a deep love for interacting with people. Whether relatives or strangers, he wanted to be your friend. It was hard not...
Mary Anne Carl
Dec 31, 2025
Mary Anne Carl, wife of the late Robert D. Carl, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025 in Devon, PA. Daughter of the late Dr. Gerald and Ursula (Yeager) McGarvey, Mary Anne was born and raised in Lancaster County, where she resided until moving in 2021 to be closer to family. Mary Anne attended Catholic schools in Lancaster, graduating from...
Lisa Howell-Casey
Dec 31, 2025
Lisa Howell-Casey, beloved wife, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on February 19, 1965, Lisa led a life that was marked by her dedication to public service and her unwavering love for her family.
Having built a commendable career as a Court Clerk in Media, Lisa retired in 2016, concluding her...
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