Eddie C. Evans
Oct 2, 2026
Edward C. Evans “Eddie”, 75, of Downingtown, PA, passed away October 2, 2026.
Born September 21, 1951 in West Chester, PA, he was a son of the late Howard, Sr. and Sarah (nee Corsey) Evans.
Eddie was a 1970 graduate of Henderson High School. He went on to work for West Goshen Township, until his retirement after many faithful years.
He had many...
Mary McGuckin
Oct 2, 2026
Mary McGuckin (nee Bones) passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Beloved daughter of the late John and Ellen (nee Gorman) Bones.
Mary is survived by her children, Maureen Manion (Tom), Catherine Hogg (Randall), and Michael McGuckin (Kris); grandchildren, Jennifer (John), Kristin, Katelyn, Rory, Siobhaun, Jonathan, Evan (Christina), and Connor; great-grandchildren, Olivia, Hailey, Emily, Liam, and Lily; She was predeceased...
William Michael Spitz
Oct 1, 2026
William Michael Spitz 56 of Chapmanville, WV formerly of Parkesburg, PA, died on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at Chapmanville, WV. He was born on September 24, 1970, at Wynnewood, PA, the son of the late Robert and Patsy Wyatt Spitz.
William was a man of courageous spirit, sturdy hands, and a heart that met the world with steadfast grace. He lived...
Sr. Helena Mayer, SHCJ
Oct 1, 2026
Helena Mayer, SHCJ
March 27, 1931 – October 1, 2026
Educator, Administrator, Pastoral Minister, and Archivist
Rosemont, Pennsylvania – Helena Mayer, SHCJ, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 70 years, died peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2026. She was 95.
For her 70th Jubilee celebration in June 2026, Sister Helena offered the following reflection on her life:
“Looking back, I am filled with...
Edmund W. Frick
Oct 1, 2026
Edmund W. Frick, age 77, of Malvern, PA, formerly of Briarcliffe, Delaware County, PA, passed away on October 1, 2026.
Born in Philadelphia, PA in 1949, he was the son of the late Edmund W. and Bernadette (nee Walker) Frick. Edmund worked as a Nuclear Chemist for PECO for many years. He was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus,...
Marilyn Jean Rudolph
Sep 30, 2026
Marilyn Jean Rudolph, age 94, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Maurice R. and Helen (nee Edmondson) Krader.
Jean is survived by her loving children, Thomas Allen Rudolph, Randall Jay Rudolph, and Ellen Sue Gallagher; grandson, Samuel F. Rudolph; and her brother, David Krader. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Thomas Rudolph, daughter, Barbara...
Claire D. Verna
Sep 30, 2026
Claire D. Verna, 87, of Glen Mills, PA, formerly of West Chester, died suddenly and peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, September 30, 2026. We are grateful she was in the expert and exceptionally kind care of the dedicated doctors and nurses at Penn Medicine Radnor and the Bryn Mawr Hospital Emergency Department.
Claire’s deepest wish was fulfilled on that autumn afternoon. She...
Kathleen H. Williams
Sep 30, 2026
Kathleen H. Williams 80, of West Chester, Pa passed away on September, 30 2026.
Born May. 5 1946 in Yeadon to the late Daniel Harkins and Evelyn (nee Phayre) Harkins.
Kathy was raised in Springfield, Pa and attended Springfield High School. She was the beloved wife of the late John Williams. Devoted mother of Lauren Alderman (Steve), John Williams and Brad Williams...
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...
James Kenneth Brengle
Sep 27, 2026
James Kenneth Brengle, 79, recently of Devon PA went to be with the Lord on September 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born in South Lyon, MI, he was the son of Rolland Brengle and Norma Jean Stone (Reighard).
Jim devoted much of his life to service, the law, his family, and the Lord.
A proud member of the United States...
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...
Jeanne Duduit Obbard Thomson
Sep 25, 2026
Jeanne Duduit Obbard Thomson
January 28, 1935 – September 25, 2026
Jeanne “Jeannie” Duduit – which in the local Ohioan accent, everyone pronounced “Didway” – was born in Portsmouth, Scioto County, Ohio, to Harriet Boal Peebles and James Edward Duduit (Jim). Although she was an only child, she had 16 first cousins with whom she spent her formative years. Jeanne grew up...
Dennis Short
Sep 25, 2026
Dennis Short passed away on September 25, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on September 4, 1946, he will be remembered with respect and affection by those who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Francis and his two sisters Bonita and Roxanne. He is survived by his two sons, Dennis Short, Jr....
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...
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