Carmela Costa
Jan 11, 2025
Carmela Costa passed away on January 11, 2025. Beloved daughter of the late Rocco and Orsolina (nee Riccobene) Adamo.
Carmela is survived by her loving children, Rocco Costa, Tom Costa (Renee), Chris Costa (Mary); Granchildren, Jordan, Lauren, Mary, Terese, Chris, Mario, Paul, Bernadette, and Jennifer; 18 Great Grandchildren; Great-great grandchild, Jordan; Sister, Frances Adamo and sister-in-law, Virginia Costa. She was predeceased...
James W. Gregory III
Jan 10, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James W. Gregory III, on January 10, 2025.
Born in Drexel Hill, PA, James, age 35, was the beloved son of Angela Gregory Spiegel (née Morella) and the late James W. Gregory. Jr.
James was employed as a car detailer for the Fellah Auto Group in Springfield, PA, who took great...
Richard Martin "Dick" Brophy
Jan 9, 2025
Richard Martin "Dick" Brophy passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025. Born on August 29, 1934, in Philadelphia, PA, Dick was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Helen, with whom he shared a loving marriage of 65 years and his cherished children Denise Sartorelli (Pete), Lisa Haedrich (Mark), Elaine DeStefano (Len) and...
Michael G. DeFino, Esq.
Jan 9, 2025
Michael G. DeFino, Esq., of Newtown Square, PA, a distinguished attorney who left an indelible mark on the legal profession, passed away on January 9, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Rocco DeFino, D.D.S. and Violet (née Bono) DeFino. Michael was the beloved husband of the late Valerie (née Burlett)...
Janet Louise Costello
Jan 8, 2025
Janet Louise Costello, born February 2, 1958, lost a courageous battle with cancer on January 8, 2025. Janet was the daughter of the late Charles and Teresa Weiss. She was the beloved wife of Edward J. Costello for 40 years, a loving mother to Pamela Costello (husband, Scott Finklestein) and Briana Ritter (husband, Christopher), and a devoted grandmother to Dean,...
William Lewis Proudfoot
Jan 7, 2025
William “Bill” L. Proudfoot, 78, of Downingtown, PA passed away on January 7, 2025.
Born in Coatesville, PA in 1946, Bill was a lifelong resident of Chester County.
He was the beloved husband of Susanne J. (née Mallin) Proudfoot.
Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing 11:30-12:00 Friday, January 24, 2025 followed by his Funeral Service 12:00 PM at the Donohue Funeral...
Danica A. Campanale
Jan 7, 2025
Danica Anne Campanale (nee Johnson), age 55, of Bryn Mawr, PA, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born in Vineland, NJ, she was the devoted daughter of Walter and Gretchen Johnson (nee McKeon).
Danica grew up in Millville, New Jersey until she was 11 years old and her family moved to Vineland. She began taking piano lessons at the age of...
Peter Charles Farinella
Jan 7, 2025
Peter Charles “Pete” Farinella, age 94, of Gainesville, FL, formerly of Delaware County, PA, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Sebastian and Maria Farinella (nee Amadio).
Pete's passions were varied yet deeply rooted in the joy of companionship and the beauty of nature. He delighted in the spirited camaraderie of...
Leonetta E. Smith
Jan 7, 2025
Leonetta E. Smith (née Layton), also known as "Lee" , age 78, of Chester, PA, passed away on January 7, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Lucille Layton. Leonetta enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, who were the light of her life. She relished any opportunity to watch them and create memories with them. Leonetta...
Charles P. O'Brien
Jan 7, 2025
Charles P. O’Brien, age 88, of Haverford, PA, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, he was the son of the late Charles A. and Viola H. O’Brien (nee Burns).
Charles was the beloved husband of the late Maryse Ann O’Brien (nee Bernard); loving father of Lorrinda Musselman (Kurt), Geoffrey O’Brien, and Christopher O’Brien (Julie); adoring grandfather of...
Charles V. Morgan
Jan 6, 2025
Charles V. Morgan, a beloved figure and an esteemed member of his community, passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 87. Charles lived a life dedicated to service, both to his country and to the many individuals he encountered throughout his journey.
Born in Philadelphia, Charles was the loving husband of Rosalie Foti Morgan.
A proud graduate of Saint...
Sharon Marie Egleston
Jan 6, 2025
Sharon Egleston, beloved wife of Mark Egleston, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, at the age of 64.
She was a loving and devoted partner, a cherished friend, and a pillar of strength for her family. Her kindness, generosity, and unwavering support touched the lives of many. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Sharon attended Notre Dame...
Marjorie Rateau Lanza
Jan 5, 2025
Marjorie Rateau Lanza, 103, of West Chester (formerly of Gladwyne) , passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 5, 2025 where she resided at The Hickman.
Born in Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late Claude Aime and Lillian Pike Rateau.
She was the loving wife of the late Arnold A. Lanza; loving mother of Antony S. Lanza...
Antoinette Charles
Jan 5, 2025
Antoinette Charles, (née Albanese), 96 died January 5, 2025 peacefully in her home. She was a lifelong resident of Morton, Pa where she lived with her beloved husband, the late Maurice Charles and her family. She was a member of the Morton Fire Company Women's Auxiliary, Republican Committee, and a longtime member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Anne...
Douglas Richard Goeckel
Jan 4, 2025
Douglas Richard Goeckel, age 67, of Havertown, PA, passed away on January 4, 2025. Born in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late William and Sarah Goeckel (nee MacIver). Doug was a bright soul that walked into the room and made everyone smile.
He was always the life of the party from his Hawaiian shirts to goofy dance moves...
Katharine Alexa Pattinson
Jan 4, 2025
Katharine Alexa Pattinson, age 90, of Villanova, PA, passed away on January 4, 2025.
Born in Adelaide, South Australia, Alexa was the eldest daughter of the late Raymond and Morna (née McLeay) McAuley. Alexa and her sister, Carola, and brother, Ian, were raised on the remote family cattle station “Commodore” adjacent to the beautiful Flinders Ranges, located then two days’ drive...
Frances E. Zirpoli
Jan 3, 2025
Frances E. Zirpoli (nee Iezzi), age 98, formerly of Springfield, PA, passed away on January 3, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Dominic and Lucia Iezzi (nee Tini).
Frances was the beloved wife of the late Anthony Zirpoli; loving mother of Richard Zirpoli (Shannon), Judy DiMaio (Tom), and the late Carol Reel (Charles); adoring grandmother...
Barbara Rose Russo
Jan 3, 2025
Barbara Rose Russo (née Capitanio), age 77 of Brigantine, NJ (formerly of Philadelphia, PA and Cherry Hill, NJ), passed away suddenly on January 3, 2025, after a brief illness.
Beloved daughter of the late Barbara J. Farr (née Casciano); devoted wife of the late Joseph Jr.; survived by her daughters, Barbara (the late Domenick) Cannuli of Philadelphia, PA and Patricia (Michael)...
Thomas Eugene McDyer
Jan 3, 2025
Thomas Eugene “Tom” McDyer, age 88, of Wynnewood, PA, passed away on January 3, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Thomas Benedict and Catherine Teresa McDyer (nee Harrington).
A proud graduate of Malvern Prep and Notre Dame University, Tom initially embarked on a legal education at Georgetown Law School, a testament to his intellectual curiosity....
Mary Ann Olsavsky
Jan 3, 2025
Mary Ann Olsavsky (nee DiCintio), of West Chester, PA, passed away on January 3, 2025.
Born in Cambridge, MA in 1943, she was the daughter of the late Orlando and Marianna (nee Mancieri) DiCintio. Mary Ann enjoyed cooking and baking and was an avid reader. She loved traveling, making it to all 50 states. Her favorite job was being Nonna to...
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