Feb 17, 2025

Claire Smith, SHCJ

April 7, 1940 – February 17, 2025

Educator and Administrator

Rosemont, Pennsylvania – Claire Smith, SHCJ, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 64 years, died peacefully on Monday, February 17, 2025. She was 84.

Coming from a large, tight-knit family, Sister Claire described herself as a natural caretaker: “When I saw a need, I wanted to fill it; when...

Feb 17, 2025

James “Jim” M. Danner, Jr., age 70, of Wayne, PA, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 17, 2025. Born in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late James M. Danner, Sr. and Clara (nee Barnhart) Danner. Beloved husband to Loretta Rieser-Danner, Jim was also a loving and giving father to James M. Danner, III (Elizabeth), Joshua...

Feb 17, 2025

Paul M. O’Neill, age 59, of Havertown, PA, passed away on February 17, 2025. Born in Bryn Mawr, PA, he was the son of the late Michael J. and Doris (nee Brady) O’Neill.

Paul was the loving husband of Patricia (nee Brannan) O’Neill and caring brother of Kevin O’Neill (Patti), Karen Dougherty (Kevin), Donna Dougherty (Don), Nancy O’Neill, and Mary Karwoski...

Feb 16, 2025

Regina Marie Ross, known to many as Jean, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully, at home, on February 16, 2025, at the age of eighty-six after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on May 25, 1939, in Norristown, Jean was known for her kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for her family and friends.

Jean graduated from West...

Feb 16, 2025

David M. Thurstlic, age 80, of Dallas, Texas passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2024. Dave was born in Chester, Pennsylvania on May 4, 1944. He graduated from St. James High School and received and accounting degree from PMI.

Dave was married to Linda Mattsson Thurstlic on July 3, 1986. Dave worked in oil and gas for Sun Oil, Sunoco, Sun...

Feb 16, 2025

Joan Spearing, SHCJ

November 17, 1932 – February 16, 2025

Teacher, Administrator, Pastoral Care

Rosemont, Pennsylvania – Joan Spearing, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus for 65 years, died peacefully on Saturday, February 16, 2025. She was 92. 

Sister Joan was always fully present when engaging with others, including the Sisters, her family, students, friends, and colleagues. She listened with an attentive ear...

Feb 16, 2025

Theresa M. (nee Bradley) Carey “Mary T.” passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 16, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Joseph E. Carey.

Theresa is survived by her loving children, Joseph Carey, Michael Carey, Theresa Lee (Tim), Thomas Carey (Terry), and William Carey; Grandchildren, Luke, Thomas (Renee), Abigail, Christopher, John, and Mark; Great-grandchildren, Paige, Morgan, and Jack.

Theresa loved...

Feb 16, 2025

Donald Smallberger, age 91, of Drexel Hill, PA, passed away on February 16, 2025. Born in Germantown, PA, he was the son of the late Gabriel and Ida Smallberger (nee Dahl).

Donald was the beloved husband of the late Joanne Rose Smallberger (nee Bauer); and previously late Gail Smallberger (nee Mulville). Loving father of Julia Loudis (John), Elizabeth Calderaro (Raymond), Thomas...

Feb 15, 2025

Harry M. Thomas, III, a beloved video editor and dedicated veteran, passed away on February 15, 2025, at the age of 81.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Harry M. Jr. and Dorothy (née Levy) Thomas. 

For 38 and a half years, Harry lent his expertise as a video editor to Action News WPVI, where he honed...

Feb 15, 2025

Rose T. McCabe, of Broomall, a dedicated and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at the age of 83.

 Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Rose (née Cordano) Thomas. 

For 45 years, Rose dedicated her professional life to the Hospital University of Pennsylvania as a histotechnician in the Pathology lab....

Feb 15, 2025

James A. “Jimmy” McKniff, Jr., age 80, of Swarthmore, PA, passed away on February 15, 2025. Born in Upland, PA, he was the son of the late Genevieve (nee Caden) and James A. McKniff, Sr.

Jimmy was the beloved husband of Margaret (nee Anderson) McKniff; loving father of Lisa Ellis (the late Tom) and the late James J. McKniff (Liz); adoring...

Feb 15, 2025

Anthony J. “Tony” McKee, age 93, of Upper Darby, PA, passed away on February 15, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late James A. and Winifred McKee (nee Walsh).

Tony was a proud United States Marine Corps veteran, serving in Puerto Rico. He often said that this was one of the best times in his life....

Feb 13, 2025

Teresa B. Kuhar (nee Belisario), age 81, of Reading, PA, passed away on February 13, 2025.

Born in Philadelphia, PA in 1943, Teresa was the daughter of the late Umberto (Albert) and Mary Yolanda (nee Pierantozzi) Belisario. She graduated from Drexel University in 1967 with a B.S. degree in Chemistry. Teresa worked for the Defense Department as a chemist from 1967-1970....

Feb 12, 2025

Feb 12, 2025

June Eileen McQuilkin, passed away on February 12, 2025 at the age of 97. Beloved daughter to late Oscar Charles and Edna Marie (nee Hottinger) Jaeckel.

June is survived by her sons Scott Alan McQuilkin and Mark Edwin McQuilkin; Grandchildren Geoff, Jonathan, Brendan, Scottie, Katie, Luke, Sam, and Cory; Great-grandchildren, Cameron, Millie and June. She was predeceased by her husband Robert...

Feb 11, 2025

John H. Coneys, age 60, of Havertown, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 11, 2025. John was the beloved son of John P. and Carolyn M. (nee Harding) Coneys, born in Darby, PA. John was a devoted husband, father, brother, mentor, and friend. 

John was the loving husband of Catherine (Shallow); loving father of Samantha Coneys (age...

Feb 11, 2025

Hanlon, William J.

William J. Hanlon (Bill), age 95 of Broomall/Drexel Hill, PA, died peacefully surrounded by family on February 11, 2025. He was the son of Marie and Thomas Hanlon, born in Philadelphia in 1929.

For close to seventy years Bill was the loving husband of Lucy Hanlon (nee: Mastromarino), marrying her shortly after his discharge from the Air Force.

Bill was...

Feb 10, 2025

Patricia Rose (Weidenbacher) Wolverton, 86, of West Chester, PA, passed away peacefully on February 10th, 2025. 

She married Robert D. Wolverton on October 5th, 1974. They loved to travel the globe together making lifelong memories in China, Australia, and Africa. She loved her “feline” children and was a lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan. Her smile and laughter will be missed by all!...

Feb 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lillian Elizabeth Middleton of King of Prussia, PA.

Lillian “Sweetie” was born May 2nd 1934 in Philadelphia PA. She is survived by her daughter Adrienne Deirdre Middleton, sister Louise Barlow, and nephew Derrick Carter.

Sweetie was a woman who celebrated a life full of Love, Joy, Travel, Art, Music, Singing, and Dancing. Her love...

Feb 10, 2025

Theresa “Terri” Gibson (nee Brennan), age 71, of Pottstown, PA, formerly of Morton, PA, passed away on February 10, 2025. Born in Chester PA, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Helen Brennan (nee Bednar). Terri grew up and spent the majority of her life in Delaware County, though her journey also took her to Maryland and her...