Sep 30, 2021

William “Bill” F. Detoma, of Cherry Hill, NJ, passed away on September 30, 2021 with family by his side.

Born in Newark, NJ, he was the son of the late Michael and Filomena (nee Porcelli) De Toma.

William was the beloved husband of the late Evelyn (nee O’Brien). They were lovingly married for 70 years....

Sep 29, 2021

George Wilson Fasic, 90, of West Chester, PA, passed away September 29, 2021.

Born February 18, 1931 in Lewistown, PA, he was the son of the late George Gardner and Esther M. (Edwards) Fasic (Walley).

George was a 1949 graduate of Mt. Penn High School in Reading, PA. He graduated from Penn State University (B.S....

Sep 29, 2021

Jane Barbara Vance (Foote) (Null), 77, of Malvern, PA, formerly of Broomall, Downingtown, Exton, and Honey Brook, PA, passed away on September 29, 2021.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late John Wesley Foote and Anna Elizabeth (Rollason) Swope and adopted daughter of Frederick Louis Null, Sr. Jane was a graduate of Marple-Newtown...

Sep 29, 2021

John “Jack” Libert of Wayne, PA, died suddenly on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, while on his daily walk with his wife of 64 years, and the love of his life, Ronnie. His death occurred on the feast of the Archangels St. Michael, St. Raphael, and St. Gabriel. Jack’s deep faith, love for his family, and positive outlook filled his...

Sep 28, 2021

Thomas P. Roccio, age 75, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2021.  He was born in Chester, PA and graduated from St. James High School, Class of 1964.

Tom worked for Ryerson Steel in Philadelphia.  He served in the United States Army and served a year in Vietnam.

Tom was an avid Philadelphia Sports fan. ...

Sep 28, 2021

Edna E. Mahoney (née Walsh), 98, of West Chester, PA passed away on September 28, 2021, in West Chester, PA.

Born in 1923 in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late William John and Edna Walsh, Sr.

Edna was a devoted wife and mother who enjoyed crafting, writing poetry and tinkering with various musical...

Sep 28, 2021

Suzanne T. Nicastro (nee Mark), 56, of Edgemont, PA, passed away on September 28, 2021.

Suzanne was a 1983 graduate of Cardinal O’Hara High School. Suzanne was an emotional architect, homemaker, and wife. She was a game show fanatic and loved watching reality TV, Dancing with the Stars, and the Bachelor and Bachelorette shows.

Suzanne...

Sep 26, 2021

Alvin C. Stipa “Al”, age 87, of Audubon, PA, formerly of Bryn Mawr, PA and Spring City, PA, passed away in his home at Shannondell surrounded with the love of family on September 26, 2021.  Born in Spring City, PA, he was the son of the late Alvin and Clara (Mancini) Stipa.

From a humble beginning in...

Sep 26, 2021

Patricia A. “Penny” Kelly (nee Ryan), 67, of Prospect Park, PA passed away suddenly on August 26, 2021. She is predeceased by her parents Aloysius & Marguerite (nee Steiff) Ryan.

Penny loved all animals, especially her dogs, cat, and fish. She loved music was a great musician herself. Penny played the accordion, guitar, electric guitar, piano, and...

Sep 25, 2021

Brian Andrew Petersen was only 40 years old when he was taken from us on September 25, 2021. News of his passing is leaving a void in the hearts of countless family members, friends, and colleagues that cannot be filled.

Born December 17, 1980 in Orange, California, it was only a few short years later that the...

Sep 25, 2021

Gail S. Ferguson passed away on September 25, 2021. She is survived by her parents, William and Emma Hodges, her brother, Scott (Laura), her children, Jessica, Zachery, and Adam (Samantha), and her nieces and nephews. She will be sorely missed by all of them. Gail was a wonderful daughter and a loving mother.

Services and interment will...

Sep 24, 2021

Plowman, Robert Jacob, 82 (“Bob” to all), archivist and longtime soccer coach, departed this life on September 24, 2021. Bob was born to Gertrude Oyler and Walter Plowman of Hanover, PA, and was predeceased by his brother, Walter. Loving husband of Maryann (Morrissey) Plowman for 52 years, he was the devoted father of Elizabeth Plowman (Patrick Wehle), Amy Meehan...

Sep 23, 2021

Patricia H. “Pat” (nee Heagney) Baily, age 85, of Newtown Square, PA, passed away on September 23, 2021.

Born in Bryn Mawr, PA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary D. (née Doohan) Heagney.

Pat was a volunteer with the “Spiffy Club” at St. Anastasia Church, the Special Olympics, and the Saint...

Sep 23, 2021

Wayne F. “Coke” Cocco, 67, of Downingtown, PA, passed away on September 23, 2021.

He was born in Philadelphia, PA in 1954. Wayne was a 1973 graduate of Downingtown High School and he earned his Bachelor’s degree from West Chester State College. He was an avid sports fan and followed Philadelphia teams as well as St. Joe’s...

Sep 23, 2021

Louis E. Atkinson, 75, of Secane (formerly Upper Darby), PA, passed away on September 23, 2021.

Born on August 26, 1946 in Birmingham, AL, he was the son of the late Erwin and Laura (nee Knight) Atkinson. Having spent most of his young life in Alabama, he was a diehard Alabama football fan, and he passed on...

Sep 22, 2021

Warren Blanton, of West Chester, owner and president of Blanton Custom Homes, who built more than 70 homes in surrounding counties over 35 years, died September 22 following a lengthy illness. He was 68.

Warren was born in Darby, Pennsylvania and graduated from Friends Central High School in 1971. He earned a bachelor’s degree at Washington College...

Sep 20, 2021

Eric Carchidi of South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania previously of Havertown, Pennsylvania, passed unexpectedly and was found in their home on Monday September 20, 2021. Predeceased by their mother Nancy, Aunt Diane, Grandfather Joe and Grandmother Jean. Eric is survived by their father, Michael and stepmother Karen; sisters Corey, Alyssa (Jim) and Charlotte and brothers Jason and Richard and step-father Richard. Eric is also survived by their...

Sep 20, 2021

Alvin J. Welk, age 94, of Broomall, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 20, 2021, after a brief illness.  He was born on September 14, 1927 and had just celebrated his 94th Birthday.

Born in Hague, ND, he was the son of the late Leo and Clara (nee Mastel) Welk.

Alvin was a graduate...

Sep 19, 2021

Joan K. Hunt (nee Sherry), age 87, of Drexel Hill, PA passed away peacefully Sunday, September 19th, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Born July 27, 1934 in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Emmett and Marie Sherry (nee O’Hara). A graduate of Notre Dame Academy in Moylan, Joan worked for many years as a medical...

Sep 19, 2021

Anita “Chickie” Harper (nee Hamson), age 94, of Denver, CO, passed away on September 19, 2021.   Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Anita Hamson.

Anita was an accomplished pianist, playing both classic and popular compositions.  She loved cats and had several throughout her life in Denver.

Anita enjoyed...