William C. Cottman
Dec 26, 2025
William C. Cottman, affectionately known as Bill, passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on June 15, 1953, Bill was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who made a lasting impact on the lives of all who knew him.
Bill was a man of great depth and character. He possessed a remarkable sense of...
Ronald M. Dick
Dec 26, 2025
Ron Dick was born on December 18, 1938, in Cumberland, MD. He was the son of the late John Milton Dick and the late Alice Eleanor Symons.
Ron grew up in Cumberland where he graduated from Allegany High School in 1956. He played football and basketball all four years and played trombone in the concert band. Following high school, he achieved...
David P. Ryan
Dec 26, 2025
David P. Ryan, of Havertown, PA, a dedicated Philadelphia Police Officer and proud Vietnam Army Veteran, passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 84. David lived a life marked by service, commitment, and a deep sense of duty to his community.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (née Fisher) Ryan.
A...
Joseph Francis Murphy
Dec 26, 2025
Joseph Francis Murphy, Sr., affectionately known as Joe, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on December 26, 2025, in Secane, Pennsylvania. Born on July 22, 1947, in Philadelphia, Joe was a proud Vietnam Veteran who dedicated 42 years of service to the United States Army, ultimately achieving the rank of Master Sergeant. His commitment to his country was...
William L. Drugan
Dec 25, 2025
William L. “Bill” Drugan, a long-time resident of Chester County, and a cherished member of our community, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, at the age of 73.
Born in Massachusetts, he was the son of the late William and Helen (née Sobol) Drugan.
William dedicated many years of his professional life as an Administrator in the Insurance Industry, demonstrating commitment...
Anthony H. Formelio
Dec 25, 2025
Anthony H. Formelio, born on August 19, 1932, and a beloved resident of Glenolden, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, at the age of 93. He was a devoted husband, loving grandfather, and cherished friend whose presence will be deeply missed.
Tony dedicated his professional life as a sheet metal mechanic, a career he passionately enjoyed. His craftsmanship was...
Florence H. Watson
Dec 25, 2025
Florence H. Watson (nee Hart), age 93, of West Chester, PA, passed away on December 25, 2025.
Born in Connellsville, PA in 1932, she was the daughter of the late George Edward and Edith Gallagher Hart. Florence was a devoted member of the St. Peter’s Church in the Great Valley where she met many friends and came to think of them...
Jennie F. Cook
Dec 25, 2025
Jennie F. Cook, born on December 4, 1946, in Southwest Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025. She lived a rich and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
Jean was a dedicated professional, enjoying a long and successful career at General Electric (GE). Her commitment and...
Isabella Grace Wendling
Dec 25, 2025
Isabella Grace Wendling (nee Dube), age 90, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was married to John “Jack” Wendling with whom she shared love and family for 33 years before he left us too early.
Isabella is survived by her children John E. Wendling (Susan), William F. Wendling, Lorraine Henderson (Michael), Anna Marie Campbell...
Joseph M. Buckley, Jr.
Dec 23, 2025
Joseph M. “Joe” Buckley, Jr., 60, of Spotsylvania, VA, born and raised in Upper Darby, PA, he also called Brea, CA; Tooele, UT; and Kent Island, MD home over the years, passed away on December 23, 2025.
Born in Upper Darby, PA in 1965, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Jean (Detro) Buckley. He was a loving...
Michael John Posse
Dec 23, 2025
Michael Posse, of Glenolden, Pennsylvania, passed away on December 23, 2025, at the age of 70. He was the son of the late Vitus (Myland) McDonough and Joseph Posse, and is survived by his stepfather, Harry Myland.
Michael is survived by his loving wife, Madeline “Lynn” Posse (DiPierro), with whom he shared more than 30 years together.
Michael loved being surrounded by...
Mary Ann Peacock
Dec 23, 2025
Mary Ann Peacock, a cherished member of her community and devoted family member, passed away on December 23, 2025, at the age of 90.
Born in Darby, PA, she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Mary W. (née Huddy) Ward.
In her professional life, she dedicated herself to her role as a Bank Secretary in the Banking Industry. Her work...
Barry Lee Kaufman
Dec 22, 2025
Barry Lee Kaufman, of Newtown Square, PA and formerly of Big Canoe, GA, died on December 22, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving behind a passion for community that resonates with all who knew him. Born in Fort Monroe, VA, he was the son of the late Alvin Daniel and Bonnie Lee (Kennedy) Kaufman. Barry spent his childhood in...
Pauline R. Jarek
Dec 22, 2025
Pauline R. Jarek (nee Harrison), age 77, of Essington, PA, passed away on December 22, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Gloria Harrison (nee Montague). Her family then moved to Secane, PA. She then graduated from Ridley High School. She met her husband, Walter Jarek, on a blind date. Not soon after,...
Charlotte Faulkner Johnston
Dec 21, 2025
Charlotte Faulkner Johnston, of Newtown Square, PA, formerly of Paoli, PA, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, at the age of 101.
Born in Collingswood, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Charlotte (née McKenzie) Faulkner.
As a distinguished ballerina with the Littlefield Ballet Company, now known as the Philadelphia Ballet, Charlotte captivated audiences with her grace and...
George F. Griffin, Jr.
Dec 21, 2025
George F. Griffin, Jr., 84, of Honey Brook, PA, formerly of West Chester, PA passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Son of the late George F. Griffin Sr. and Pearl K. Beam Griffin, he was born in Chester County where he lived most of his life. George is survived by his wife of 61 years,...
Patricia Ann Glenn
Dec 21, 2025
Patricia Ann “Patty” Glenn, age 63, passed away on December 21st, 2025.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late James and Rita (nee Georeno) Fries.
Patty was a hardworking woman who dedicated many years to working at her family’s local deli where she catered for countless events.
Patty loved to sing and dance to her favorite songs, even if...
Anthony J. Rowley
Dec 20, 2025
Anthony J. “Tony” Rowley, of Drexel Hill, PA, a dedicated and esteemed member of his community and veteran firefighter, sadly passed on December 20, 2025, at the age of 58.
Born in Darby, PA, he was the son of the late Bart J. Jr. and Mary (née Munley) Rowley.
With an esteemed career as a veteran firefighter with the Lansdowne Fire Company...
Louis P. Roncace
Dec 20, 2025
Louis Roncace was born in Upper Darby, PA to the late Felix J. Roncace and Mary Morris (stepfather George J. Morris, Sr.). Louis attended St. Aloysius Academy Boarding School in his early years, next moving onto St. Joseph’s Preparatory School and eventually graduating from West Catholic High School. Louis went to La Salle University where he received his Bachelors of...
John Clayton Mutchler
Dec 20, 2025
John “Clay” Clayton Mutchler passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025 at the age of 88. He is survived by his three children John (Augusta), Kristen (John), and Amy (Rob) and his beloved grandchildren Zachariah, Noah, and Alisun. He was preceded in death by his wife of forty-nine years, Regina, his parents and siblings Timothy, Shirley, Arlene, and El-Neeta.
Clay was...
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