Claire D. Verna
Sep 30, 2026
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Relatives and friends are invited to her Visitation 10:30-11:30 AM Friday, October 9, 2026 at SS Simon & Jude Church, 8 Cavanaugh Cout, West Chester, PA 19382, followed by her Funeral Mass at 11:30 AM.
Kathleen H. Williams
Sep 30, 2026
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Relatives and friends are invited to her Visitation 10 AM to 11 AM, Friday, October 9, 2026 at The Donohue Funeral Home, 1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382, followed by her Funeral Service at 11 AM. Interment at SS Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield.
Paul Edward Funkhouser
Sep 29, 2026
Paul Edward Funkhouser, of Broomall, PA, sadly passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at the age of 61, surrounded by his family, after suffering a massive stroke.
Paul is predeceased by his parents, John and Joan (née Migeot) Funkhouser, and his beloved brothers, John “Butchy” Funkhouser and David Funkhouser.
Paul is survived by his family who misses him dearly; his wife,...
William Anthony McKelvey
Sep 28, 2026
William "Bill" Anthony McKelvey, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 28, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on February 7, 1931, in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, Bill was the beloved son of Mary Leonard and Charles McKelvey.
Bill lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication. He was married to the love...
Dr. Thomas Mallozzi
Sep 27, 2026
Dr. Thomas Mallozzi, 88, of Collingdale, PA, passed away on September 27, 2026. Beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Montanaro) Mallozzi for 63 years, and son of the late Rose (nee Santucci) and Anthony Mallozzi.
Born in South Philadelphia in 1937, Thomas moved to Collingdale as a young boy and always called it home. He attended St. Joseph's University and Temple Dental...
Marian T. Murray
Sep 26, 2026
Marian T. Murray, age 73, passed away on September 26, 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Michael and Helen (nee Hamilton) Murray.
Marian is survived by her loving siblings, Patricia Lehman (late Tim), Michael Murray, Tim Murray (Jean), Sally Kane (late Frank), Kathy Gregg (Bill), and Joe Murray (Marycatherine), as well as, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was predeceased...
Joan G. Gombar
Sep 26, 2026
Joan Grace Gombar, 85, of Glen Mills, passed away peacefully after being surrounded by her loving family in her final hours. She was born on July 3, 1941, in Darby, Pennsylvania, to the late Grace Woodward Abt and the late John Abt. Joan was a lifelong resident of Delaware County.
Joan was preceded in death by her first husband of 14...
Robert F. "Bob" Smoll, Jr.
Sep 25, 2026
Robert "Bob" Smoll, Jr., age 78, of West Chester, PA, passed away on September 25, 2026.
Born in Darby, PA in 1948, he was the son of the late Robert F., Sr., and M. Jean (nee Morrison) Smoll. He served honorably in the US Army in Vietnam, then earned his Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Drexel University. After working at...
Paul J. Shevlin, Sr.
Sep 25, 2026
Paul J. Shevlin, Sr., died peacefully at home on September 25, 2026, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Born in Scranton, PA to the late Mary and Patrick Shevlin, Paul went to Scranton Prep before enlisting in the United States Navy. Paul met Peggie in 1959 and they married in 1962. He entered the life insurance business shortly after his...
Maria Firmani
Sep 24, 2026
Maria Firmani, of West Chester, PA passed away on September 24, 2026.
Born in Castelfranci, Italy, in April 1953, Maria carried the warmth of her homeland with her throughout her life. She came to the United States in 1966, bringing with her a spirit that was vibrant, strong, and unmistakably her own.
Maria lived with grace and intention. She was warm, passionate,...
Nerida Claudio
Sep 24, 2026
Nerida Claudio, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026, at the age of 85.
Born in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, Nerida was the daughter of the late Francisco Xavier and Delia Maria (Negrón) Claudio.
Nerida’s love of learning began early and remained with her throughout her life. Her years at Hallahan High School for Girls further encouraged her curiosity...
Sheila Marie McAllister
Sep 24, 2026
Sheila Marie McAllister, 80, of Honey Brook, PA, passed away September 24, 2026.
Sheila is survived by her loving spouse, Brian T. McAllister of 50 years, her eldest daughter, Kimberly McAllister, and younger daughter, Yvonne McAllister. Born March 9, 1946 in Tacoma, WA, she was a daughter of the late Thomas M. and Mary Virginia (nee Brotherton) McCarthy, better known as...
Margaret Kane Bertolino
Sep 24, 2026
Margaret K. “Marge” Kane Bertolino (née Lee), of Broomall, PA, formerly of Southwest Philadelphia, passed away on September 24, 2026, at the age of 95.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (née Gallagher) Lee.
She was a proud 1949 graduate of West Catholic High School for Girls in Philadelphia. Marge was employed with Bell...
Patricia M. Mirth
Sep 23, 2026
Patricia M. “Pat” Mirth (nee Murray), age 97, of King of Prussia, PA, passed away on September 23, 2026. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Murray (nee Crane).
Pat was a dedicated and beloved teacher of elementary school students for many years. She served as President of her Teachers Union. But nothing...
Raymond R. MacNeil
Sep 23, 2026
Raymond R. MacNeil, 93, of Wayne, PA, husband of Ann (Carr) MacNeil, died on September 23, 2026. Ray and Ann celebrated 67 years of marriage together. Ray was born in Boston, MA on October 22, 1932, and was the son of the late Malcolm and Sadie MacNeil, who were both born in Nova Scotia. He honorably served in the US...
Janice M. Hodges
Sep 21, 2026
Janice M. “Jan” Hodges passed away on September 21, 2026, at the age of 99. Born in Sayre, PA, she was the daughter of the late George and Billie (nee Forbush) Bidwell.
Jan moved to Philadelphia where she graduated from The University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Nursing. She later married Warren Hodges, had three wonderful children and settled in...
John J. Lawler, Jr.
Sep 20, 2026
John J Lawler Jr. age 80 of Cape May Court House NJ and formerly of Philadelphia PA, Anglesea NJ, and Naples FL. John passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026. He was the son of John and Marion (O,Brien) Lawler and was born on May 23,1946. John was preceded in death by his wife Carol.
John was an 1964 graduate of...
William Cary Eberly
Sep 20, 2026
William Cary Eberly, 69, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away September 20, 2026.
Born December 11, 1956 in Bryn Mawr, PA, he was a son of the late Ralph W. and Georgia P. (nee Crothers) Eberly.
Cary was a graduate of the University Of Pennsylvania.
He is survived by his brother, Robert Eberly and was predeceased by his brother, Philip Eberly.
Services will be private.
Lakshmikuttyamma Pillai
Sep 20, 2026
In Loving Memory of Lakshmikuttyamma Pillai
“The rebirth is the continuous transition of the individual soul into a new body and environment to fulfill unfulfilled desires, grow, and complete its spiritual evolution” – Swami Chinmayananda
Lakshmikuttyamma Pillai, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, nurse, and pillar of her community, leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, compassion, and service.
Born in Plankamon, Ayroor,...
Phyllis A. Higgins
Sep 19, 2026
Phyllis Adelene “Cookie” Higgins of Wayne, PA, passed away peacefully with her husband and daughter by her side on September 19, 2026 at the age of 82 after a brief illness.
Born on August 19, 1944 at Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park, PA, she was welcomed by her parents, Louis and Phyllis Calvarese. She was the sixth of seven children. When...
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