Joy Dorothy Sizgorich
May 6, 2025
Joy Dorothy Sizgorich 1954 - 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joy Dorothy Sizgorich (nee Hoefle), a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Joy entered into Heaven on May 6, 2025, at 70 years old, surrounded by her loving daughters and devoted husband. Known for her radiant smile that could brighten anyone’s day,...
Jill V. Leaman
May 6, 2025
Jill V. Leaman of Wayne, PA, passed away on May 6, 2025 after courageously battling cancer for over a year. She was born on April 13, 1946, to the late John Russell Leaman and Edith Leaman (née Buckwalter).
Jill’s faith was very important to her and she was a member of the Wayne Presbyterian Church. She spent the majority of her...
Margaret Reilly
May 6, 2025
Margaret Reilly (nee Danzi), age 66, of West Chester, PA, passed away on May 6, 2025.
Born in Philadelphia, PA in 1959, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Marie (nee Pompo) Danzi.
Margaret was the beloved wife of John Reilly; loving mother of Sean Reilly (Kelley) and Alyssa Reilly (Ryan James); caring grandmother of Mason, Rocco, and Johnny; dear...
Stephen Stanley Wenclewicz
May 5, 2025
Stephen (Steve) Stanley Wenclewicz, 74, of Valley Township, PA, passed away May 5, 2025.
Born October 31, 1950 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Stanley S. and Tessie (nee Malkowski) Wenclewicz. Stephen was the father of Janine Ireland (Nicholas) and Stephen S. Wenclewicz, Jr. (Deena); adoring grandfather of Makayla Ireland, Aubrey Ireland, Patrick Ireland, Colton Wenclewicz, and...
Barbara Livingston Riley
May 4, 2025
Barbara Riley, residing in Wayne, PA, died on May 4. She was 82.
Barbara will be remembered for bright personality, big smile and her ability to make a new friend wherever she went.
She leaves behind three children and four grandchildren.
A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held among friends and family at a later date.
Marian Helen Burke
May 4, 2025
Marian Helen Burke (née Brady), 99, died peacefully on May 4.
Daughter of Helen and Joseph Brady, she was raised in the Bronx, attended Cathedral High School, and graduated from the College of Mt. St. Vincent.
In 1942, she met Francis D. Burke when they both worked part-time at Macy’s; they married in 1948, after he returned as a prisoner of war...
James J. Murphy
May 4, 2025
James J. Murphy, 84, of Newtown Square, PA, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Jim was born on November 13, 1940, to the late Patrick and Kathleen Murphy. He and his wife, Kathryn Murphy (née Millhouse), were former longtime residents of Villanova, PA.
Jim grew up in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY, and graduated from Saint Augustine High School...
Alessandra "Sandy" Iavarone
May 4, 2025
Alessandra "Sandy" Iavarone, a loving daughter and cherished member of the Merakey community, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, at the age of 69, in her home surrounded by her loving Merakey family.
Sandy was born in Philadelphia, PA and spent her formative years enveloped in the care of her devoted parents. Their nurturing home fostered in her a spirit...
Shirley S. Lukach
May 4, 2025
Shirley S. Lukach (nee Spangler), of West Chester, PA, passed away on May 4, 2025.
Born in Allentown, PA in 1934, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Pauline (nee Guldner) Spangler. Shirley enjoyed hosting family parties and bowling. She was an avid Penn State supporter and Tiger Woods' biggest fan. Shirley was a member of the American Legion...
James Joseph Kane
May 3, 2025
James Joseph Kane, age 61
Formally of Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania
“I am deeply saddened to announce the passing of my brother, Jimmy. A day will not pass that I won’t think of him fondly and smile. He had a big heart and personality to go with it. I will miss him dearly. Rest in Peace, James Joseph Kane.” –JWK
James was the son...
Shirley J. Poling
May 3, 2025
Shirley J. Poling (nee Weaver), age 50, of West Chester, PA, passed away on May 3, 2025.
Born in Bryn Mawr, PA in 1974, she was the cherished daughter of Joseph and Faith (nee Piersma) Weaver. Shirley was the beloved wife of Christopher Poling; loving mother of Samantha Pierce-Miller (Jeremy) and Andrew Pierce; dear sister of Stephen Weaver (Cyndi), Heather Medema...
Ellen A. Curran
May 3, 2025
Mrs. Ellen Anton Curran, 89, passed away on May 3, 2025, at Lima Estates in Middletown, Pennsylvania.
A lifelong resident of Delaware County, Ellen was born on October 8, 1935, in Havertown, Pennsylvania. She attended Haverford High School and Fitzgerald Mercy School of Nursing. After raising her three children she returned to nursing and practiced as a registered nurse for many...
Corey B Davis
May 2, 2025
Corey Bryan Davis, 42, of Downingtown, PA, passed away suddenly on May 2, 2025.
Born on July 16, 1982, in Bryn Mawr, PA, Corey was the beloved son of Randal B. Davis and the late Deborah Lynn (Boyd) Davis.
Corey was a vibrant soul who brought laughter and joy to all who were fortunate to know him. A fun-loving and creative spirit,...
Sr. Ann-Joyce Peters, SHCJ
May 2, 2025
Ann-Joyce Peters, SHCJ
July 20, 1937 – May 2, 2025
Educator, Administrator, Pastoral Care Worker, Missionary
Rosemont, Pennsylvania – Ann-Joyce Peters, SHCJ, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 67 years, died peacefully on Friday, May 2, 2025. She was 87.
Sister Ann-Joyce ministered with a caring spirit, a beautiful smile and wonderful sense of humor. She deeply loved her family, who frequently...
Robert Potter Hallenbeck, Jr.
Apr 30, 2025
Robert Potter Hallenbeck Jr. age 79, fondly called “Bob” of West Chester P.A. lost his life on April 30, 2025 after a sad and very long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Bob was born on March 18, 1946, in Albany, N.Y. to Robert Potter Hallenbeck Sr. and Marguerite Griffin Hallenbeck. Bob was the eldest of his three siblings, his dear brother Bill,...
Frances Annie Dimond
Apr 29, 2025
Frances “Fran” Annie Dimond, 95, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025 of natural causes. Fran was born on October 1, 2029 in Manchester, CT and lived in Philadelphia, PA for many years on Spruce Street in the Center City neighborhood, before moving to Simpson House on Belmont Avenue in July 2018.
The daughter of the late Herbert...
Wesley Phillip Gerlacher
Apr 29, 2025
Wesley Phillip Gerlacher, age 63, of Clifton Heights, PA, passed away on April 29, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Nelson and Patricia Gerlacher (nee Lyons).
A devoted Nascar aficionado, Wesley was often found engrossed in the thrill of the race, reveling in the electrifying atmosphere that only such events could provide. His zest for...
James J. Rafferty
Apr 29, 2025
Jim Rafferty passed away suddenly but peacefully on April 29, 2025, at his home in West Chester PA. Jim grew up in Springfield, PA and Broomall, PA graduating from Cardinal O’Hara High School in 1974 and from Penn State University in 1979.
Jim was loved and admired by everyone he met. He was a wealth of knowledge and mechanically gifted in...
Gregory Torre
Apr 29, 2025
Gregory “Greg” Torre went to be with the Lord on April 29, 2025 at the age of 84.
A beloved husband, father, grandfather, employer, and friend, Greg leaves behind a legacy of unwavering character, deep love for others, and entrepreneurial success.
Greg is survived by the love of his life, Christine, with whom he shared over 50 years of marriage. Together they...
John Tulli
Apr 28, 2025
John Tulli
April 29, 1938 - April 28, 2025
John Tulli, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 28, 2025, at the age of 86.
Born on April 29, 1938, in Mosciano Sant’Angelo, ltaly, John was a man whose life was built on service to others. For 60 plus years, he worked as...
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