Elinor Ohanian
Jan 2, 2024
Elinor Ohanian, age 87, of Cherry Hill, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024, with both her son and daughter holding her hand. She was born and raised in Northeast Philadelphia and then moved to Southwest Philadelphia after getting married.
Elinor was the daughter of the late Russell and Isabelle (née Rowles) Titus. She was the beloved wife of...
Willowdean Legg
Jan 2, 2024
Willowdean “Willow” Legg (née Foster) entered Heaven's gates to meet Jesus after a stubborn and brave battle with congestive heart failure on Jan. 2. She was 82.
Born in Powhatan, W. Va., and raised in Beckley, W. Va., Willow was one of 10 children. She had an early love of learning and graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School. As a...
Richard Vincent Trefz, Jr.
Jan 2, 2024
Richard “Rich” Vincent Trefz Jr., age 81, of Springfield, PA passed away on January 2, 2024.
Born in Darby, PA in 1942, Rich was the beloved son of the late Richard V. and Gertrude (née Geoghegan) Trefz.
He grew up in Ridley Park, PA and was a 1960 graduate of St. James High School in Chester, PA.
Rich served honorably...
Frank P. McLaughlin
Jan 1, 2024
McLaughlin, Francis (Frank) Patrick – 79, of Drexel Hill, PA, passed away on January 1, 2024. He was born in Darby, PA and grew up in Lansdowne, PA and Drexel Park, he enjoyed summers in Margate with his family. He attended St. Andrew’s grade school and graduated from St. Joe’s Prep and St. Joseph’s University. He served in the...
Christine E. Corey
Jan 1, 2024
Christine E. Corey of Springfield, PA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on January 1, 2024 at the age of 82.
Chris was the beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Corey; proud mom of Tina (Andy) Garrity, Michelle (Nick) Kutufaris, Renee (Casey) Scullin and Steven (Cassie) Corey; sister of Jack (Patricia) Neiss; cherished Meme to Corey Ann, Nicky,...
Florence C. Scarano
Dec 31, 2023
Florence C. Scarano (nee Koble) was born in Philadelphia on January 25, 1936 to Fred and Martha (nee Aiken) Koble. She is preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Dominic “Skee” Scarano. She is survived by her son Shawn Scarano (Jennifer), her two sisters, Marlene Foody (Ed) and Darlene Mandarino. She is preceded in death by her brother...
Walter John Erb
Dec 30, 2023
Walter John Erb, age 68, passed away December 30, 2023. Beloved son to the late Walter and Helen D. (nee Frisch) Erb.
Walter is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen (nee McGovern) Erb; Daughter, Pamela Ann Franks; Grandchildren, Nathalie and Hayden; Sisters, Mary Ann Tucker (Late Thomas), Madaline “Midge” Cahill (Late Albert). He was predeceased by his dear sister Dolores...
Sr. Aileen J. Caroline Conway
Dec 29, 2023
Caroline Conway, SHCJ(Mother Mary Caroline)
September 25, 1928 – December 29, 2023Teacher, Administrator, Spiritual Director, Thai Chi Instructor
Rosemont, Pennsylvania – Caroline Conway, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 69 years, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 29. She was 95.
Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Sister Caroline was educated at Holy Child Academy. Her musical gifts were...
Donald L. Ward
Dec 29, 2023
Donald L. Ward was born on April 22, 1933 to John and Ellen Ward.
He grew up on Lawrence Street in East Oak Lane in Philadelphia. He had 3 older sisters, Ellen, Dot and Lucy. Lawrence Street was where he met some of his lifelong friends, Don, Bud, Jean and his future wife, Judy. He graduated from Olney High...
Mary Ann Keenan
Dec 29, 2023
Mary Ann Keenan, age 85, of Havertown PA, passed away on December 29, 2023 surrounded by her family.
Mary Ann was the beloved wife of the late Joseph A. Keenan. Loving mother of Mary Anne McDevitt (Jack), John (Lori), Joe (Julie), Mike “Dykel” (Shelia), Pat (Missy), Dan (Shannon), Kathy Lanciano (Steve), Eileen Hunter (Scott), Kevin (Tina) & Brian “Bunz”...
Charles J. O'Donnell
Dec 28, 2023
Charles J. “Buzz” O'Donnell, age 90, of Havertown, PA, passed away on December 28, 2023.
Born in Germantown in 1933, Buzz was one of 12 children and the eldest son of the late Charles R. and Elizabeth (nee Dever) O’Donnell. In his later years, Buzz recounted fond recollections of his early years, including stories of growing up as part of a...
John McAteer, Sr.
Dec 28, 2023
John McAteer, Sr., age 91, passed away December 28, 2023. Beloved son to the late James J. and Rose (nee O’Connor) McAteer.
John is survived by his loving son John McAteer, Jr. and his beloved grandchildren: Amber, Amanda, and Ryan. He was predeceased by his brothers James E. McAteer and Daniel J. McAteer.
John served in the Army during the...
Samuel P. D'Ortenzio, Jr.
Dec 28, 2023
Samuel P. D’Ortenzio Jr, age 83, passed away December 28, 2023. Beloved son to the late Samuel P. Sr. and Concetta “Connie” (nee Maggitti) D’Ortenzio.
Samuel is survived by his dear brother Dominick F. D’Ortenzio (Jonathan Esten). He was predeceased by his loving brother Donato “Dan” D’Ortanzio.
Relatives and friends are invited to Samuel’s visitation Thursday, January 4th from 9:30 AM...
Edward F. Melaragni
Dec 28, 2023
On this day, December 28, 2023, The Love of my life, Edward F. Melaragni, passed from this earth.
After 29 years together, we were married in 2009, making our life together a total of 42 years. Upon finding a Celtic wedding blessing, I decided to recite it to him as part of our wedding vows. I could think of no...
Victor Nadzar Cortese
Dec 28, 2023
Victor Nadzar Cortese, age 86, passed away December 28, 2023. Beloved son to the late Victor and Rose (nee Pauline) Cortese.
Victor is survived by his dear sons David Cortese and Connor Cortese; Grandchildren, Rose, Christian, and Collin; And his brother Joseph Cortese.
Victor was born and raised in Pardeesville, PA. At 17 years old Victor enlisted in the Airforce....
Edward P. "Eddie" Sheron
Dec 28, 2023
Edward “Eddie” Patrick Sheron, 65, of Clifton Heights, PA passed away on December 28, 2023.
Born in Darby, PA on February 28, 1958. Eddie was the beloved son of Edward A. and Anna M. (Nee Heffernan) Sheron.
Eddie was the beloved brother of Patricia Fairfield, Nancy Carlin and Kathleen (Cris) Flitcraft. He was the beloved uncle of Nicole Scanlan, Brendan...
Donald A. Brown Jr.
Dec 27, 2023
Donald A. Brown, Jr., age 80, passed away on December 27, 2023.
He was a resident of Radnor Twp. for 64 years, a graduate of Radnor High School, served in the Navy for 2 years and owner of Carpet Concepts and The Area Rug in Wayne for 37 years.
Mr. Brown enjoyed tennis, golf, skiing, boating, fishing, grilling and poker.
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Sr. Nancy Hagenbach, SHCJ
Dec 27, 2023
Nancy Hagenbach, SHCJ
(Mother Agnes Mary)
August 27, 1934 – December 27, 2023
Educator, Administrator
Rosemont, Pennsylvania – Nancy Hagenbach, SHCJ, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 66 years, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 27. She was 89.
With a quick wit, an infectious smile, and a gentle, listening heart, Sister Nancy was well-loved. She taught...
Deacon Bill Shearer
Dec 27, 2023
Deacon Bill Shearer, age 78, of Newtown Square, PA, passed away on December 27, 2023.
Born in Philadelphia, PA in 1945, he was the son of the late Charles William and Mary Elizabeth (nee Bradley) Shearer.
Bill was the beloved husband of the late Patricia Anna "Patsy" (nee Carbin) Shearer for 46 years; loving father of William Michael Shearer, wife...
Richard T. Helms
Dec 26, 2023
Richard Thomas Helms, 81, of Wayne, PA, passed away on Tuesday, December 26th, 2023.
Richard was born in 1942 to the late Walter O. and Catherine Helms (Cusak). He attended St. Katherine of Siena and proudly worked there for 36 years. He enjoyed spending time with his great great nephews and nieces and proud patron of Joe’s Place.
Richard...
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