Sarah Ellen Peronto
Jun 22, 2025
Sarah Ellen Peronto (nee Russell)
Ellen passed quietly on Sunday, after a long illness, at her home in West Chester surrounded by loved ones. Ellen recently returned from a long visit to native Scotland, where she was visiting family and loved ones.
Ellen is predeceased by the love of her life, husband Patrick Peronto. She is survived by her sister Rhona Ellis,...
Prisco "Chris/Tippy" Pellegrino
Jun 21, 2025
Prisco “Chris/Tippy” Pellegrino, a resident of West Chester and formerly of Newtown Square, passed away on June 21, 2025, at the age of 89.
Born and raised in Southwest Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late George and Violet (nee Bauer) Pellegrino.
Chris was an alumnus of West Catholic Boys High School, Class of 1955. He honorably served in the...
Robert John Doyle
Jun 20, 2025
Robert John (Bob) Doyle passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on June 20, 2025.
In addition to his wife of 50 plus years, Jeanine, Bob is survived by his siblings: Catherine O’Callaghan, James (Renee) Doyle, Michael (Lynne) Doyle, Margaret Moore, Ginger Doyle, John Doyle, Daniel (Jean) Doyle, Florence Doyle, and many nieces and nephews.
He was born on March 29,...
Barbara Ann Polinski
Jun 20, 2025
Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Friend
Barbara Ann Polinski, affectionately known as “Bippie” or simply “Grandma,” of Westtown, PA, passed away peacefully in her home on June 20, 2025. She was a woman of grace and style, whose warmth and unwavering devotion to her family—and to the beauty of the world around her—touched everyone she met.
Born in Santa Ana, California, Barbara...
Joan Elizabeth Goldhorn
Jun 20, 2025
Joan Elizabeth Goldhorn (nee Wallace), age 94, of Newtown Square, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday June 20, 2025.
She was born in her South Philadelphia home to the late Francis and Cecilia Wallace (nee Healy).
Joan was the beloved wife of the late Watson Thompson Goldhorn (Goldie). She is survived by her children, Donna Goldhorn (Bob German), Thomas Goldhorn (Kim), Janice...
Sharron Evelyn Pike
Jun 20, 2025
Sharron Evelyn Pike, 79, of Christiana, PA, formerly of Parkville, MD, passed away on June 20, 2025.
Born on April 14, 1946, in Baltimore, MD, Sharron was the cherished eldest daughter of the late James J. and Ruth (nee Leiberman) Rachuba. She attended Catholic School during her formative years and graduated from The Catholic High School of Baltimore, MD. Sharron was...
Marilyn A. Widger
Jun 19, 2025
Marilyn A. “Mare” Widger, age 82, of Upper Darby, PA, passed away on June 19, 2025. Born in Canton, IL on May 12, 1943, she was the beloved daughter of the late David Earl and Anna Widger (nee Elias).
Mare was the beloved sister of Wesley Widger, Wayne Widger, Bernard Widger, and the late Russell Widger, James Widger, Charles Widger, Elizabeth...
Barbara A. Cahill
Jun 19, 2025
Barbara A. Cahill (nee Lier), age 80, passed away on June 19, 2025.
Born in Darby, PA in 1944, she was the daughter of the late John J. and Ruth (nee Nester) Lier. Barbara was a Nurse at Kendal-Crosslands, Kennett Square, PA, for 30 years. She was an active religious member of various churches throughout her life and an avid follower...
James Hogan
Jun 19, 2025
James “Jim” Hogan, age 88, of Paoli, PA, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born in Bryn Mawr, PA, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary Hogan (née Lyden).
Jim exemplified unwavering dedication and a deep-rooted sense of community throughout his life. As the Assistant Postmaster of the Paoli Post Office, he knew...
Brian A. Raimo
Jun 19, 2025
Brian A. Raimo, age 79, of West Chester, PA, passed away on June 19, 2025.
Born in Philadelphia, PA in 1945, he was the son of the late Albert and Eleanor (nee Bruno) Raimo. Brian served honorably in the US Air Force for 7 years as an Operating Engineer. During his service, he spent 3 years in Europe, 2 months in...
Gerald P. Katelhon, Sr.
Jun 18, 2025
Gerald P. “Jerry” Katelhon, Sr., age 94, of Radnor, PA, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025.
Born in Atlantic City, NJ, he was the son of the late Henry and Helen Katelhon (née Alpaugh).
At just 17 years old, Jerry demonstrated courage and patriotism by enlisting in the U.S. Navy, where he honorably served for four years during the Korean War....
Eileen M. Lewis
Jun 18, 2025
Eileen M. Lewis (nee McAllister), age 70, of Drexel Hill, PA, passed away on June 18, 2025. Born in Cape May, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Lester A. and Josephine L. McAllister (nee Nugent).
Eileen’s journey began in the charming shores of Wildwood, where she attended St. Ann’s Roman Catholic primary school, and a love for learning formed...
Renate Helene Murphy
Jun 16, 2025
Renate (“Nicky”) Helene Murphy, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and traveler extraordinaire, died on June 16, 2025, at 94 years of age in Paoli, Pennsylvania.
Born in Dresden, Germany, in January of 1931, she and her family immigrated to America in 1937 and settled in Forest Hills, New York, before eventually moving to Manhasset, New York. She began attending Wheaton College in Massachusetts...
John Harold Gray
Jun 16, 2025
John Harold Gray passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025 at the age of 81. Beloved son of the late George and Margaret (nee Haley) Gray.
John was an avid and accomplished fisherman and Patriot’s football team fan. He was a man of great faith who loved his Lord. May his soul rest in peace.
Services will be private
Agnes K. Cahir
Jun 15, 2025
Agnes K. Cahir (née Kavanagh), 98, of West Chester, PA and formerly of Mahwah, NJ, passed away on June 15, 2025.
Born in 1926 in Manhattan, NY, she was the daughter of the late James and Agnes (née Ormsby) Kavanagh.
Agnes was the beloved wife of the late John J. Cahir, MD; loving mother of Stephen Cahir (Linda), Margaret Cahir, Nancy Flesch...
Nancylee Mudd
Jun 14, 2025
Nancylee Cranmer Mudd, 82, of West Chester, PA and Hernando, FL, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025.
Born on January 14, 1943, in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Ruth Ann (nee Ross) Cranmer.
The highlights of Nancylee’s career included earning the coveted Pink Cadillac as a top-performing sales associate with Mary Kay Cosmetics—a distinction awarded...
Charles H. Gibson
Jun 14, 2025
Charles H. Gibson passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025 at the age of 91. Beloved son of the late Robert and Lilly (nee Jackson) Gibson.
Charles is survived by his loving daughters Deborah L. Evans and Nancy E. Swope; Grandchildren, Howard Rhoads (Caryn) and Colleen Scavone (Tony); Great-grandchildren, Caitlyn, Hannah, Isabella, and Michael. Charles was predeceased by his wife Joan...
Doris Middleton
Jun 13, 2025
Doris Middleton passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 13, 2025, at the age of 77. She was the beloved daughter of the late Silas and Nancy ( Brown) Jackson.
Doris served her country during the Vietnam war. Doris served in the USAF where she reached the rank of Sergeant Regular. Doris also spent 20+ years employed SEPTA. In her...
Florence M. Baker
Jun 13, 2025
Florence M Baker, 90, of West Chester PA, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025.
Florence was predeceased by her beloved husband of 70 years, Norman M Baker Jr, who passed away in early 2024.
Floss is survived by her children, Norman III (Ann), Linda Senser (Bob) and Eileen Dougherty (Michael); by her 11 adoring grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Born...
Vincent James Angelini, Sr.
Jun 13, 2025
Vincent James “Jimmy” Angelini, Sr., passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025 at the age of 73. Beloved son to the late Giovacchino “Jack” and Josephine (nee Jannetti) Angelini and loving husband to the late Michele (nee Narcise) Angelini.
Jimmy’s greatest love was his family. Nothing meant more to him than spending time with his children, Vincent Angelini Jr.(Chrisy), Sylvia Angelini...
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