Helen V. Hughes
Aug 27, 2024
Helen V. Hughes, born on February 26, 1932, peacefully passed away on August 27 2024. Beloved daughter to the late Edward F. and Helen V. (nee Curtin) Cermack.
Helen is survived by her loving children, John J. Hughes Jr. (Helen), Jean Anne Principalo (Frank), Helene Lynch (Late Fran), and Michael Hughes (Jennifer); Brother, Edward Cermack (Joan); Grandchildren, Jamie, Francis, Jenny, Andrew,...
Lillian Wallace
Aug 26, 2024
Lillian Wallace, age 93, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away on August 26, 2024. Born on April 14, 1931, she was the beloved daughter of the late Clara Wallace.
Later in life, Lillian moved to the 3100 Block of North 28th Street with her relatives and the neighborhood quickly became family to her. She embodied the quintessential sweetheart persona—radiating warmth and possessing...
Sr. Katherine Tracy, SHCJ
Aug 25, 2024
Katherine Tracy, SHCJ
March 1, 1925 – August 25, 2024
Educator, Administrator, Pastoral Care Worker
Rosemont, Pennsylvania – Katherine Tracy, SHCJ, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 79 years, died peacefully on Sunday, August 25, 2024. She was 99.
Sister Katherine demonstrated remarkable perseverance, grace, and zeal during her nearly eight decades as a Holy Child Sister. Sisters Margaret Rogers and Clarita...
Anne R. Fabbri
Aug 25, 2024
Anne R. Fabbri, 98, of Wayne, the former art critic, museum director, and educator, died at 98.
Ms. Fabbri was an ardent advocate for the importance of the arts in modern culture. She was a prolific writer about the Philadelphia art world. She wrote reviews about Philadelphia art exhibitions and public art, and she penned many thought pieces about the importance...
Daniel Michael Dudrick
Aug 25, 2024
Daniel Michael Dudrick, of West Chester, PA, passed away August 25, 2024.
Born December 22, 1946 in Nanticoke, PA, he was a son of the late Stanley and Stephanie (nee Jachimczak) Dudrick.
He honorably served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Daniel was a graduate of Luzerne County Community College and worked as a Police Officer, in Lower Merion and West...
Dolores S. Miller
Aug 25, 2024
Dolores S. Miller (née Sheeran), age 69, of Chadds Ford, PA, sadly passed away on August 25, 2024.
Born in Darby, PA, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Mary (née Leddy) Sheeran.
Dolores dedicated much of her professional life to the health care industry as a skilled medical biller and later transitioned to a successful career as a Realtor.
Beyond...
Thomas J. Halpin
Aug 24, 2024
Thomas J. Halpin, 81, of Berwyn, Pennsylvania, passed away on Saturday, August 24th, and will be forever missed by all who knew him.
Blessed with a wonderful sense of humor and a light in his Irish eyes that could ignite a room, he could make conversation with anyone and quickly have them laughing. His warmth made everyone feel welcome.
There was nothing...
Sr. Catherine Quinn, SHCJ
Aug 24, 2024
Catherine Quinn, SHCJ
July 19, 1934 – August 24, 2024
Educator, Formation Director, Spiritual Director
Rosemont, Pennsylvania – Catherine Quinn, SHCJ, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 69 years, died peacefully on August 24, 2024. She was 90.
As a high school student, Sister Catherine travelled more than one hour from her home in the Mount Airy section of Philadelphia to Saint...
Gerald G. Verrechio
Aug 24, 2024
Gerald “Jerry” G. Verrechio, age 85, passed away August 24, 2024. Beloved son to the late Adolph and Mary (nee Mola) Verrechio.
Gerald is survived by his loving children, Gerald J. Verrechio and Rosemary Grogan (Thomas); Grandchildren, Thomas Grogan, Bryan Grogan (Amanda), Jason Verrechio, Julianna Verrechio, and Kiernan Verrechio; Great-grandchildren, Liam and Octavia; Siblings, John Verrechio (Mary) and Jane Loetell (William)....
Theodhora Shyti
Aug 23, 2024
Theodhora Shyti, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 23rd, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albania, Theodhora faced early challenges, losing her father when she was just two months old. Raised by her devoted single mother, Violeta, and with the loving support of her uncle Thanas and aunt Artemisi, she grew up alongside her...
Phillip A. Turberg
Aug 22, 2024
Phillip A. Turberg (Phil) of Newtown Square, PA and Scottsdale, AZ died peacefully on August 22 this year. He was 96. He led a full and distinguished life. He was intellectually curious, diligent, generous, loving, opinionated, and had a great sense of humor. He formed steadfast relationships with family and friends, became a wise and valued advisor to leaders of...
Samuel E. Lappen
Aug 22, 2024
Samuel E. Lappen, age 66, of Glen Mills, PA, passed away on August 22, 2024. Born in Darby, PA, he was the son of the late Dorothy H. (nee Lear) and Samuel S. Lappen Jr.
Samuel's journey began at Collingdale High School, from which he graduated in 1976. He pursued his passions with diligence, attending Williamson Trade School, where he earned...
Francis Lawrence McHugh
Aug 21, 2024
Francis Lawrence McHugh, age 72, of Douglasville, PA, formerly of Upper Darby, PA, passed away on August 21, 2024. Born in Darby, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph and Gertrude McHugh (nee Barrow).
Larry's life was defined by an unwavering commitment to his country. He served honorably in the Navy for an admirable span of 22 years, participating...
Peter Witiak, Jr.
Aug 21, 2024
Peter Witiak, age 91, died on August 21, 2024, in hospice care at Chester County Hospital surrounded by family. Son of the late Peter and Helen Witiak, loving husband of 56 years to the late Annamae Witiak, brother to Eugene and the late Daniel Witiak, he leaves behind his daughter Diane and son Daniel (Eleanor) and three grandsons, Anderson, Peter...
Camille M. Harper
Aug 20, 2024
Camille Harper
August 12, 1943 – August 20, 2024
Camille Marie Harper (DiGregorio), 81, most recently of Newtown Square but prior lifelong resident of Upper Darby, peacefully went Home on Tuesday afternoon, August 20, 2024. She is now healed and restored to a body free of chronic pain and illness, and mercifully received straight into the arms of her Lord and Saviour...
Paul T. Beisser
2024
Paul T. Beisser, Jr., 83, of Dataw Island, SC, formerly of Malvern, PA, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 20, 2024.
Born in 1940, Paul was raised with his brothers, Bill and Harry, in Upper Darby, PA. He attended St. Laurence Elementary School, Monsignor Bonner High School, and Bordentown Military Academy. As...
Joan Marie Donaldson
Aug 18, 2024
Joan Marie Donaldson (Daley), of Mantoloking, New Jersey, peacefully passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 surrounded by her family. Joan was born on April 18, 1951 in Plainfield, New Jersey to Katherine V. (McGarry) and Edward J. Daley.
Over 52 years ago, Joan Marie met and married the love of her life, Francis (Frank) Donaldson. They resided in Bridgewater, New...
Mary M. Elia
Aug 17, 2024
Mary M. Elia, age 62, fondly known as “Mare-Mare” to those closest to her, sadly passed away on August 17, 2024.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Edward R. and Mary (née Taggart) Elia.
Mary was a graduate of St. Katherine Day School in Wynnewood, PA and found great joy in participating in activities at Welcome...
Marian "Sue" Kendall
Aug 17, 2024
Marian “Sue” Kendall (nee Harris) PhD, age 73, of Ardmore, PA passed away on August 17, 2024. Born in Portsmouth, Virginia on July 19, 1951 to the late John and Ruth (nee Perkinson) Harris, she earned her PhD in Art History from the University of Minnesota before running a publishing company.
Sue was a supportive and loving woman, widely beloved for...
Christopher Hart
Aug 17, 2024
Christopher Charles "Chris" Hart, 66, of Upper Darby, PA, passed away on August 17, 2024.
Born in Rancocas Woods, NJ in 1958, he was the son of the late Andrew and Dorothy (nee Beck) Hart. Christopher had 45 years of dedicated service at The Boeing Company. He was an avid fan of the Philadelphia Phillies and enjoyed watching the Little League...
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