Sister Anne Wootten, RSM
Feb 5, 2024
Sister Anne Wootten, RSM, age 78, a member of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, died peacefully on February 5, 2024, at Lankenau Hospital in Wynnewood, PA.
A Sister of Mercy for 58 years, Anne responded to the call to service in mercy through her dedication to the health care ministry, her passion for justice and her commitment to care for...
Ronald Richard Bambach
Feb 5, 2024
Ronald Richard Bambach, age 94, of Jenkintown, PA, passed away on February 5, 2024.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Hans and Mary (née Kuhn) Bambach, and the brother of the late John E. Bambach, Sr.
Ronald served his country honorable in U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was employed in the Manufacturing Textile Industry.
Ron was...
Michael A. Thomas
Feb 3, 2024
Michael A. Thomas, 80, of West Chester, PA went home to be with the Lord on Saturday February 3rd, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of the late Isaac and Rita (Mazella) Thomas. He was the loving and proud husband of Rita (Gryzewski) Thomas.
Michael will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by his daughters; Kimberly Thomas Sherlock...
Kathleen Callaghan
Feb 3, 2024
Kathleen Callaghan (nee Crossan), age 71, of Havertown, PA, formerly of Trentagh, County Donegal, Ireland, Passed away peacefully on February 3, 2024 at home surrounded by family. Born in Soccer, County Donegal, Ireland. Before Kathleen left Ireland she worked at Kelly’s in Letterkenny, Ireland, for several years where she was held at very high regards. Kathleen came to the Upper...
Eileen Farren
Feb 2, 2024
Eileen Farren, of Philadelphia and Ireland, passed away on February 2, 2024. Born in Staigue, County Kerry, Ireland, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Ann Curran (nee O'Sullivan).
Eileen was the beloved wife of the late John Farren; loving mother of Mary Ann Nicholson (Bill), Eileen O'Neill (Sean), Michael Farren (Anita), and Kevin Farren (Liz); adoring grandmother...
Dave Cahaley
Feb 2, 2024
Dave Cahaley, 74, of Exton, PA, departed this life peacefully on February 2nd, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Philadelphia in 1949, he was the son of the late John and Lois Cahaley (née Slattery). Dave proudly served in the US Army during the Vietnam War, and was stationed in Germany.
His mechanical skills shone throughout his career, starting at...
Carol Ann Titzel
Feb 1, 2024
Carol Ann Titzel passed away on February 1, 2024 from complications of COPD at Dunwoody Village in Newtown Square PA. Carol was born in Bryn Mawr on July 25, 1947 to Robert John (Jack) and Eleanor Gray Titzel. She grew up in Rosemont and Berwyn, PA and graduated in 1966 from The Booth School. She earned an Associate’s...
Benjamin "Benny" Petransky
Feb 1, 2024
Our precious little angel, Benjamin "Benny" James Petransky, age 2, of Broomall, PA, passed away peacefully on February 1st, 2024, next to the warmth of his mommy, daddy and older brother Ari James. His love, spirit, energy, braveness, warm hugs, gorgeous big blue eyes, and man bun will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Benny is survived by...
Ellen M. Rowlands
Feb 1, 2024
Ellen M. Rowlands (nee Morris), 90, of West Chester, PA, passed away on February 1, 2024.
Born in Mine Run, VA in 1933, she was the daughter of the late Dallas and Hettie (nee Wiltshire) Morris. In Ellen's early years, she worked at Independence Blue Cross, then for the Department of the Air Force at the Pentagon. Ellen later worked for...
Deborah Suzanne Clifton
Jan 31, 2024
Deborah Suzanne Clifton (nee Gum) 67, of Coatesville, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully surrounded by family on 31 January 2024, following a lengthy and courageous battle with illness. She is remembered best by all who knew her as a brave, kind, loving, and capable daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother.
Born in Bryn Mawr to Dolores Little and the late Joseph Gum in...
Frank G. Murphy
Jan 31, 2024
Frank G. Murphy, Esq., of Chadds Ford, PA, passed away on Wednesday, January 31st, at the age of sixty-one surrounded by his wife, Anna-Marie, and two daughters, Natalie and Julianna.
Frank served on the Unionville-Chadds Ford School Board and was ultimately elected as the Chair of the Board of Supervisors of Chadds Ford Township. He has served as an Assistant Solicitor...
Kathryn B. "Bert" Gentile
Jan 31, 2024
Kathryn B. “Bert” Gentile (née Constant), age 83, of West Chester, PA, formerly of both Morton and Ridley Park, PA, passed away on January 31, 2024.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Kathryn (née Koch) Constant.
Bert was a graduate of Ridley High School and served as Treasurer for the Ridley High Class of 1958....
Alfred D. Rogers
Jan 31, 2024
Alfred D. Rogers, a retired postal worker and member of his community, passed away on January 31, 2024. He was born on January 6, 1935, and leaves behind a legacy of dedication, service, and love.
Alfred led a fulfilling life that was guided by unwavering kindness and compassion. Throughout his career as a postal worker, he touched the lives of countless...
Theresa V. Newcomb
Jan 31, 2024
Theresa V. (nee Lavin) Newcomb, 85 years of age, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Theresa was the beloved daughter of the late, Michael J. And Ann (nee Eylmer) Lavin.
Theresa is survived by her dear husband Richard M. Newcomb; Children, Jennifer A. Kane (John), Colleen T. Newcomb, Lisa McLaughlin (John), Rich M. Newcomb (Jayne), and Michelle...
Maithi Ngo
Jan 31, 2024
Maithi Ngo, age 73, passed away January 31, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Beloved daughter of the late Tao Ngo and Giau Nguyen.
Maithi is survived by her brother, Thanh Ngo, and her sisters, Tinh Ngo, Dao Nguyen, and Tham (Lisa) Ngo; She is also survived by a multitude of nieces and nephews.
Maithi came to America in 1975. She received...
Joseph J. Farrell
Jan 30, 2024
Joseph J. “Joe” Farrell, age 60, of Media, PA, passed away on January 30, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the beloved son of Anne M. “Nancy” (nee McCrossin) and the late Joseph J. Farrell.
Joe attended Cardinal O'Hara High School, where he laid the foundation for his future career as a Steam Fitter. He embraced his work with enthusiasm...
Sam Van Chhan
Jan 29, 2024
Sam Van Chhan, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and son, passed away on January 29, 2024. Born on January 19, 1951, in Cambodia, Sam led a life filled with love, laughter, and passion.
Sam lived a life defined by his dedication to his family and community. He was a pillar of strength for those around him and will be deeply missed...
Jessica Rose Boatwright Maher
Jan 29, 2024
Jessica Rose Boatwright Maher passed away on January 29, 2024, after living with cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) since 2012. She is survived by her devoted husband James P. Maher III, and by her parents Joseph and Sandra Boatwright of Conklin, NY, brother James Ryan Boatwright of Philadelphia, PA, grandparents James Robert and Eleanor Boatwright of Hiddenite, NC, mother-in-law Theresa Maher...
Patricia A. Gritti
Jan 28, 2024
Patricia A. Gritti (née Hagendorf), age 81, of Newtown Square, PA, passed away on January 28, 2024.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Ann (née Little) Hagendorf.
Patricia was employed as an Administrative Assistant in the Healthcare industry. She enjoyed quilting, counted cross stitch, and sewing in her spare time.
Patricia was the beloved wife of...
Lindsey M. Shalles
Jan 27, 2024
Lindsey M. Shalles, age 26, passed on January 27, 2024, after battling addiction and mental illness throughout her life.
Lindsey was a headstrong, funny, beautiful, smart, and talented girl when she wasn’t using drugs. She loved art and writing. Lindsey also loved working with children. When she was little, she was a daredevil, often getting into mischief. We will deeply miss...
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