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Below are a few recent obituaries from local families who trusted Bateman-Allen Funeral Home with their loved one’s cremation, funeral service, or memorial service. Click here for some additional resources on obituaries.
Mary Roberts
Mary Roberts, 90, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2022. Born in Chester, PA, she was a long-time resident of Brookhaven where she belonged to Our Lady of Charity Parish and was a part of the Charitians. She also volunteered for Meals on Wheels. During her working years she was an office manager. Mary was...
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Kathy M. Kind
Kathy M. Kind, 51, passed away peacefully at her home on February 27, 2022. Born in Chester she was a long-time resident of Brookhaven, PA. She attended Sun Valley High School. Kathy loved nothing more than spending time with her grandchildren and being with her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew...
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Charles A. Benedetto, Jr.
Charles A. Benedetto, Jr., age 84 of Brookhaven, previously of the Overbrook section of West Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2022. He was born in Philadelphia and graduated from Overbrook High School. Charles worked as a photographer for the Philadelphia Police Department but he was most proud of being a photojournalist for the...
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John W. Henry, Jr.
John W. Henry, Jr. passed away at home, entering his final resting place on February 2, 2022. John was born in Harrisburg, PA, on November 12, 1949 to the late John Henry and Cherlette (nee Miller) Henry. After graduating from Newport High School, John served in the Army and served in the Vietnam War from...
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Doris Dolan Blizzard
Doris Dolan Blizzard, 97, passed away peacefully at her home on February 1, 2022. She was a resident of Parkside, PA, for over 60 years. Doris was loved by many people and loved serving the Lord. She had a very strong faith and was a member of Victoria Chapel in Springfield all her life. Doris...
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William “Bill” Jackson, Jr.
William “Bill” Jackson, Jr., age 63, of Douglassville, Pennsylvania passed away at home on January 31, 2022. Bill was a graduate of Nether Providence High School in Wallingford,PA. and California State University Fullerton. Bill traveled extensively and lived in Spain for 12 years. For the past 15 years, Bill worked for ReMed as a Brain...
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Ruth Hensley
Ruth Hensley, 67, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2022. A graveside service will take place Friday (January 21, 2022) at Edgewood Memorial Park in Glen Mills. Arrangements by Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, Brookhaven, PA. Online condolences can be sent via www.batemanfuneralhome.com Print
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Catherine “Kay” Castagna
Catherine “Kay” McNamara Castagna Kay Castagna, beloved wife of the late John C. Castagna, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and loving caregivers on Monday, January 10, 2022, at the age of 89 years. She was born November 8, 1932, the 5th of seven children to Leo and Mary McNamara, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Her...
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Dorothy A. Eubank
Dorothy A. “Dot” Eubank, 98, of Parkside, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2022 at the Belvedere Nursing Home. She was born on September 14, 1923, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Thomas Leeds and Eva (Schnierle) Leeds. She is survived by her only child, Daughn LeMin (Edward) of Parkside, three grandchildren, Christopher(Karen), of Glens...
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Helen Antonio
Helen Antonio aka Queen Bitch, 68, passed away peacefully at her home on December 28, 2021. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was a resident of Upland, PA, for the last 4 years and a previous resident of Tinicum Twp. Helen loved to travel, ride motorcycles, and the desert. She also adored her dog, Rocco. She...
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Leroy J. “Sonny” Behr
Leroy J. “Sonny” Behr, age 79, of Palm Beach, FL. formerly of Eddystone passed away peacefully on December 25, 2021. He was born in Chester, raised in Eddystone, and went to Saint James High School. Sonny served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He worked as a barber, but his passion was being...
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Marion Rines
Marion Rines (Dargay) On Saturday December 25, 2021, our loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother went home to be with the Lord. Marion was born in Beaver Meadows Pennsylvania to Mary (Kraynock) and George Dargay. She was one of nine children and was the daughter of a coal miner. In the early part of her...
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Leo Finn
Leo Finn, 71, passed away peacefully at Roosevelt Nursing Facility, Philadelphia, PA. Born in Fauleens, County Sligo, Ireland he moved to the United States in his early twenties and resided in both Upper Darby and Lansdowne. While living in Ireland he was a farmer and while here in the States he was a landscaper. Leo...
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Mary H. McBride
Mary H. McBride Mary H. McBride, age 80, a lifelong resident of Brookhaven, passed away at home on December 23, 2021. Mary was a longtime employee of Apria Healthcare and also worked for ophthalmologist, Dr. Larry Starr in Ridley Park. She enjoyed weekends with her husband and children going to Rehoboth Beach and Indian Landing....
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Carol A. Grogan
Carol A. Grogan, 80, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2021, at Crozer Keystone Hospice at Taylor Hospital. Born in Chester, Carol was raised in Media and graduated from Media High School, class of 1958. She loved spending time surrounded with family and was so proud of her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by...
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Valicia Hendrickson
Valicia Hendrickson, 33, passed away December 18, 2021. Born in Georgia, she was raised in Crum Lynn and graduated from Ridley High School, class of 2005. She loved the beach, baking, and was a wonderful loving mother. She is survived by her mother Brenda Hendrickson; her father John Hendrickson; her siblings Vanessa Benigno (John Michael)...
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Robert L. Twomey
Robert L. Twomey, age 93 a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA passed away on December 13, 2021. Raised in Parkside, PA he was a member of the Parkside Fire Company. Robert was a proud graduate of Saint James Catholic High School and a member of the Alumni Association, additionally he proudly served in the...
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George L. Unangst, Jr.
George L. Unangst, Jr., 62, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2021 at his home. Born and raised in Prospect Park, Pa, he was a long-time resident of Brookhaven, PA. George was an avid Harley Davidson rider and a great supporter of the Special Olympics of Delaware County. He was predeceased by his parents George,...
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Edward G. Leslie
Edward G. Leslie, Sr., age 79, of Chester, PA, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021.He was born in Chester, PA, on March 5, 1942, the son of the late Charles Henry and Elizabeth Rosetta (Cummins) Leslie. Edward was a talented HVAC technician who enjoyed bowling, fishing, pinochle and exchanging jokes with his friends at...
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Anne Karetsky
Anne Karetsky, 64, passed away November 27, 2021. Visitation Thursday 9:30-10:30am at Our Lady of Charity Church, 231 Upland Rd., Brookhaven, PA, 19015. Funeral Mass Thursday 10:30am at the church. Burial SS Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA. Print
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Maria J. Villano
Maria J. Villano, 87, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2021. Funeral service will be held Tuesday 11am at Our Lady of Charity Church, 231 Upland Rd., Brookhaven, PA, 19015. Visitation Tuesday 9:30-11:00am at the church. Burial SS Peter and Paul Cemetery, Broomall, PA. Print
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Marguerite P. Worrilow
Marguerite P. Worrilow (nee Robinson) passed away peacefully on November 23, 2021. Born in Queens, NY, she resided in Delaware County for most of her life. She was a graduate of Topsfield High School, class of 1958 and Tewksbury Hospital of Nursing, class of 1960. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Ralph W. Worrilow,...
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Carol Ann Powell Winther
Carol Ann Powell Winther, 74, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2021. Born in New Rochelle, NY., she was a long-time resident of Delaware County, where she raised her family. Carol was the part owner of Adrian Restaurant (1980-1989) and Adrian at Rembrandts (1989-1992) in Faimount, Phila. She was an amazing mother who had many...
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Viola J. Ragone
Viola J. Ragone, age 94, passed away at her home on November 11, 2021. Born in Philadelphia she graduated from John Bartram High School in Southwest Philadelphia. She was a homemaker and long-time resident of Brookhaven. Viola attended Our Lady of Charity Church and was a member of the Charitians of Our Lady of Charity...
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John H. Platt
John H. Platt, 78, passed away at Crozer Chester Medical Center on November 1, 2021. He was predeceased by his parents Earl J., Sr. and Anna Platt; his brother Earl Jr., (Renee Platt); and his brother-in-law Louis P. Faverio, III. John spent many years working for Boeing in the IT field with a break in...
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Catherine E. Mohler-Grodzki
Catherine E. Mohler-Grodzki (nee Sands) born on June 26th 1963 left this world suddenly on October 25th 2021. She leaves behind her husband (Darek Grodzki), four children (Charles Mohler, Craig Mohler, Julie Grodzki, & Stori Grodzki), and six grandchildren (CJ, Mason, Charlie, Marigold, Finnegan, & Quentin). She enjoyed taking care of her dogs, dancing, playing...
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Carl Roderick Morgan, Jr.
Carl Roderick Morgan, Jr. age 38 of Wilkins Township near Pittsburgh, formerly of Brookhaven, passed away unexpectedly on October 21, 2021. He was an avid gamer, music lover, and a devoted uncle. Carl was involved in the marching band and music programs when he attended Sun Valley High School. His love of music continued into...
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Janet L. Hamilton
Janet L. Hamilton, 91, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2021 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Chester, PA, she was a resident of Brookhaven, PA, before moving to Glen Riddle, where her and her husband owned Sam Riddles Estate and owned many quarter horses. She spent the last few years of her life in...
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Richard “Mike” L. Griffith
Richard L. (Mike) Griffith, 77, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2021, at his home in Wilmington, DE. Mike was born December 9, 1944, in Philadelphia, to Richard L. and Evelyn Griffith. He graduated from Claymont High School and served in the United States Coast Guard. Mike worked for Allied Chemical, Hairdresser Supply and Fersche...
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Christopher “Chris” David Bradley
Christopher “Chris” David Bradley, age 31, of Brookhaven, Pennsylvania, tragically passed away on October 5, 2021 after suffering a heart attack. He was born on April 25,1990, in Randolph, Massachusetts. In his early years, his parents, Maria and David Bradley, relocated to Brookhaven, PA where sports and his friends were a huge part of his...
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Charles “Chuck” Franklin Mohler III
Charles “Chuck” Franklin Mohler III was a caring father, grandfather, and friend. He left this world suddenly on September 29, 2021 at age 61. He was born to Charles and Joanna (Raushi) Mohler on March 18, 1960. He is survived by his brother (Tom), son (Charles IV) and his wife (Theresa), son (Craig), and 4...
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Mr. Ronald “Ron” Pesotski
Mr. Ronald Pesotski, 75, of Brookhaven, Pennsylvania, died on September 27, 2021, after a courageous battle with a breakthrough case of Covid-19. Born in Chester, he was the son of the late Stanley Pesotski and Anna Strichek Pesotski. After spending his childhood in Essington, he lived nearly all of his life in Brookhaven, attending St....
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Robert W. Shinn
Robert W. Shinn, 90, of Upper Chichester, PA, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2021. He was born in Chester, PA, to the late Thomas W. And Hazel M. Shinn on July 9, 1931. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas W. Shinn, Jr. and his sister Doris...
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John “Jack” Parris, Jr.
John “Jack” Parris, Jr., age 73, of Millsboro, DE, passed away on July 23, 2021 surrounded by his family. He grew up in Brookhaven, PA, and was a graduate of Sun Valley High School; he was also a long-time resident of Wilmington, DE. Jack was a proud U.S. Navy veteran and loved living the beach...
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Karl S. Johnson
Karl S. Johnson, 72, passed away peacefully at his home on July 9, 2021. Born and raised in Parkside, PA, he was a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of ’66. He has been a resident of N. Wilmington for the past 44 years and was a jeweler at Doubet’s Jewelry Store in Media...
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Eric I. Furness
After a long battle with bone marrow cancer, Eric I. Furness, 77, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2021 at his home. Born in Grand Island, Nebraska, he was raised in a Military family so moved around all over the world. He has been a resident of Parkside, PA, since 1986 and was a previous...
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Donald “Don” Sharp
Donald “Don” Allen Sharp, Sr. was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He left this world on July 6, 2021, at age 66 with his family by his side. Don was born to Bertha and Harry Sharp on January 12, 1955. After graduating from Sun Valley High School, Don worked at Sears for over...
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Eleanor A. Berney
Eleanor A. Berney (née Handford), age 89, of Rochester, New Hampshire, formerly of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on June 2, 2021. Eleanor was born on October 25, 1931 to the late Harvey and Lenore (née Allen) Handford. She is survived by her son Donald and daughters Susan (John) and Katherine (Rory), granddaughter Deanna (Brendan),...
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Alfred B. Whittington, Sr.
Alfred Baxter Whittington, Sr., 95 years young, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2021. Born in Chester, PA, he was the son of Joseph R. and Myrtle (nee Baxter) Whittington. After graduating from Nether Providence High School, he was proud to serve his country as a US Marine from 1943-1946. He was active in his...
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Thomas James McGowan
Thomas James McGowan, age 57, of Brookhaven, passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2021. He was a big Notre Dame fan and enjoyed watching sports, especially if his kids were participating. Tommy enjoyed vacations with his family but his main priority was being devoted to his children. He was predeceased by his parents:...
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Ruby C. Dostellio
Ruby C. Dostellio, 97, passed away peacefully May 9, 2021 at her home. She has been a resident of Folsom for 67 years, in the same home she raised her family in. She has been an active member of her community, volunteering as a crossing guard and at Taylor Hospital for 20 years. Ruby loved...
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Elizabeth “Hedy” Flynn
Elizabeth “Hedy” Flynn, 95, of Prospect Park, PA, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 2, 2021. Hedy was the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (nee Kuhnle) Kraus. She is survived by her daughter Linda Roman, sons Edward Flynn and Martin “Mickey” Dolan, sister Emma Parsley, two grandchildren, three great grandchildren,...
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Kenneth E. Nagy, Jr.
Kenneth E. Nagy, Jr. age 54, a lifelong resident of Upland, Pa. passed away peacefully on May 1. 2021 He was an auto mechanic for 30 years and also enjoyed fishing. Kenneth was a devoted family man but most of all he cherished his grandchildren. He was predeceased by his father. Kenneth E. Nagy, Sr.,...
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Harriet R. Middleton (nee Owens)
Harriet R. Middleton (nee Owens) Harriet R. Middleton (nee Owens), 82, a resident of Brookhaven for the last 55 years, passed away peacefully at her home on April 11, 2021. She was the beloved wife of the late Leonard J. Middleton for 58 years; the loving mother of Len (Mary) Middleton, Mary-Alice Middleton, Rosanne Middleton,...
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Maurice Patrick O’Connor
Maurice Patrick (Moss) O’Connor of Brookhaven, PA, son of John J. O’Connor and Anna M. (nee) Donnelly passed away peacefully on March 12, 2021 at the age of 96. Moss attended and graduated Pennsylvania Military College, class of 1950. He was employed by Sun Oil Company for 38 years as a Purchasing Manager in Materials...
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Ann McGlinn Segich
Ann McGlinn Segich, 84, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2021 in Ocean City, NJ. Born in Chester and a graduate of Eddystone High, she has been a long-time resident of Parkside. Ann was an extremely active member of Our Lady of Charity Church, where she sang in the choir and was the cheerleading coach....
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Gerald Blaise Mauloni
Gerald B. Mauloni, 82, passed away peacefully at Season’s Hospice in Christiana Hospital on March 5, 2021. Born in Chester, he graduated at the young age of 16 from Chester High School, class of 1954. He is a proud veteran of the US Army. He served his apprenticeship with the Daily Times as a printer...
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Michael Mattero
Michael Mattero, 93, peacefully passed away at home on February 23, 2021. Mike was born November 23, 1927 on the island of Ischia in Italy and immigrated to the United States in the early 1950’s. He owned and operated the Keystone Café in Chester for about 15 years. He later worked for Septa as a...
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William A. MacCall
On February 19, 2021, Village Green Park in Media lost their famous storyteller and master at spinning yarns. His family lost an amazing man full of love and loud laughter. William A. MacCall, 95, passed away peacefully at his home. Bill’s life was a collection of many stories. He was a devoted son, father, grandfather,...
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Gary F. Ferguson
Gary F. Ferguson, age 63, of Parkside, passed away on February 16, 2021. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation on Monday, February 22nd from 4:00 to 5:30 PM with Words of Remembrance following at 5:30PM at the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, 4220 Edgmont Ave. Brookhaven, PA 19015. Face masks are required and social...
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Veronica “Ronnie” Gill
Veronica “Ronnie” Gill, 77, passed away January 30, 2021 at Riddle Memorial Hospital, Media, PA. Born in Chester, she was a long time resident of Brookhaven. Ronnie graduated from Notre Dame High School and worked for the Bridgewater Inn for 20 years. She loved playing scratch offs and taking trips to the casinos. She was...
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Francis “Pud” Hilferty
Francis “Pud” Hilferty age 88, died December 17, 2020 at Belvedere Nursing Home in Chester, PA. Born April 10, 1932 at Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital. Resident of Trainer. Worked at Glen Mills School in Media, PA, as a counselor for many years. Prior to Glen Mills School, he worked as machinist at Baldwin’s in Eddystone, PA....
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Daniel Joseph Vay
Daniel Joseph Vay (“Danny”), 41, born September 4, 1979 at Crozer-Chester Medical Center, died suddenly in his home on December 15, 2020. Danny is survived by his loving mother Roberta M. Cucchi; devoted partner Christina G. Fynes; Children: Daniel D. Vay, Kayla N. Vay and Gianna C. Vay; Stepfather Gerald P. Cucchi; siblings: David M. Vay...
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Virginia A. Mellor
Virginia A. Mellor, 81, passed away peacefully at her home on December 13, 2020. Born and raised in South West Philadelphia,. she was a long-time resident of Upper Darby and spent the last 8 years in Brookhaven. She was a graduate of West Catholic High School, class of 1956. She worked for numerous doctor’s offices....
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Jennifer Lynn Drucker
Jennifer Lynn Drucker, 39, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2020 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Growing up in Garnet Valley, she was a 1999 graduate of Garnet Valley High School, received her Nursing Degree from Neuman University, and received her master’s in nursing from Walden University. She was an RN at Riddle...
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Henry C. Heller
Henry C. Heller, age 94, a longtime resident of Upland, passed away on December 9, 2020. Henry was a US Navy veteran and was proud to serve his country during World War II. He also loved to play golf and travel in his motorhome. While traveling, he had visited every state, but mostly enjoyed spending...
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Edith B. Harris
Edith B. Harris, 97, passed away peacefully December 5, 2020 at Riddle Hospital. Edith lived in Parkside for 50 years before moving to Chestnut Ridge, where she spent 5 years, and lived the last 7 years at Fair Acres. She was a graduate of Media High School. She was very active at Parkside Methodist Church,...
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Ernest M. Purcell
Ernest M. Purcell, age 83, of Brookhaven passed away on December 3, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife Anna (nee Buonsante) of 53 years, daughter Lisa Purcell, stepsons William Van Ess and Robert Van Ess, 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Ernie is also survived by his sister Martha Lawler and many nieces...
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Gunnar M. Coper
Gunnar M. Coper, 81, died peacefully in his home in Springfield on December 1, 2020, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Gunnar was born on the Portuguese island of Madeira the only child of Kurt, a German, Jewish physicist, who had fled from Nazi Germany; and Ruth, a Swedish nurse with the Red Cross. Following...
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Gloria E. Kluka
Gloria E. Kluka, passed away November 30, 2020 at Fair Acres Geriatric Center, Media, PA. She was a graduate of Nether Providence High School and was a long-time resident of the Garden City section of Wallingford. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Edward R. Kluka and her daughter Gloria J. Kluka. Gloria is survived...
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Juliette “Julie” Randall
Juliette “Julie” Beale Randall was born in Saint Mary, Jamaica on September 12,1951. She grew up in May Pen, Jamaica with her mother, Esmie, father, Aston, and siblings, Audrey, Lunior, Kirk, and Navlet. She immigrated to the United States in 1969, where she first lived in Hyattsville, MD. On July 6, 1974, she married the...
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Robert “Bob” Mervine
Robert “Bob” Mervine, age 74, of Glen Mills (previously of Drexel Hill) passed away suddenly on November 23, 2020. He leaves behind his loving wife Kathy (nee Finelli) of 49 years and his three daughters Julie (Clive), Kristen (Roe) and Susan. Besides his wife and daughters, Bob is survived by his sisters: Betty Barnes, Diane...
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Walter E. Gatchell
Walter E. Gatchell, age 78, a longtime resident of Aston, PA since 1975, formerly of Linwood, PA passed away on November 21, 2020. Walter enjoyed teaching and coaching most of his life. He graduated as president of his class at Chichester high school in 1960. He returned to his high school alma mater after graduating...
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Louise “Miss Louise” DeVirgilio
Louise DeVirgilio “Miss Louise”, 100, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2020. Born in Chester, PA, she was a long-time resident of Brookhaven, PA. During WWII she was a nurse’s aide. After the war she worked for Sun Ray Drugs, W.T. Grant, Ship and Shore, and finished off her working career with Kmart at the...
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Anna “Nancy” M. Speakman
Anna “Nancy” M. Speakman, age 80, of Aston, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by her family on November 9, 2020. Born in Chester, PA, she has been a resident of Aston, PA for the last 50 years. Nancy was a homemaker and an in-home day care provider. Nancy then went on to work at...
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Lois R. Sellers
Lois R. Sellers, age 86, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2020. Lois was born in Chester, Pa while spending most of her lifetime in Brookhaven She was a loving wife, mother, proud grandmother and homemaker. She and her husband, Lionel, owned and operated a children’s clothing store Lad & Lassie which was located in...
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Robert John Hill
Robert John Hill, son of the late Robert and Teresa (Bloemker) Hill, brother of Anna (Hill) Close, brother-in-law of John Close and brother of Teresa (Hill) Maher, passed away on November 5, 2020. Robert graduated from Newman High School in 1967 and joined the USMC where he served through 1972. He attended the Philadelphia Police...
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Denise M. Liss
Denise Michelle Bonner Liss, 72, beloved mother, sister and wife, died at the Capital Caring Health Halquist Center, in Arlington, Virginia, on November 6, 2020. She was born in the suburbs of Philadelphia and grew up in Brookhaven, PA, the second oldest of eight girls by Eleanor Strootman Bonner and Bernard H. Bonner. She graduated...
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Ethel “Betty” Anthony
Ethel Elizabeth Anthony “Betty”, 92, passed away October 27, 2020 at Crozer Chester Medical Center. She was born in Chester and lived most of her life in Upland. Betty attended Ann Arbor Senior High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She worked at the Daily Times for a while, but devoted the majority of her life...
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Lucia “Lucy” Dona
Lucia “Lucy” Dona, 89, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2020. Born and raised in Montreal, Canada, she lived many years in Upper Darby and spent the last 16 years in Brookhaven. Lucy loved to crochet, knit, read, and walk. She was a private person who loved the shore. Above all else, she loved her...
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Steven E. Bingeman
Steven E. Bingeman, age 54, of Garnet Valley passed away on October 20, 2020. Steve grew up in Brookhaven, PA where he graduated from Sun Valley High School in 1985. He graduated from Penn State University in 1989 with a degree in Quantitative Business Analysis and spent his career in the IT industry. Steve was...
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Theodore “Ted” Gordon, Sr.
Theodore “Ted” Gordon, Sr., 80, passed away October 17, 2020 in Panama City Beach, Fl, where he resided for the last 3 years. Prior to moving to Florida, he lived in Parkside, PA. Ted was a graduate of Ridley High School and went on to work for Sun Oil as a Merchant Marine and then...
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John R. Trosino
John “Pop” R. Trosino, 88, passed away October 7, 2020 peacefully at his home. Born in Chester, he lived in Aston Township before moving to Media where he currently was residing. He worked at Sun Oil for 44 years before his retirement. John loved gardening and lawn maintenance. He was an animal lover and enjoyed...
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Lauren E. Fabre
Lauren Elizabeth Fabre (nee Wood), 63, passed away October 6, 2020 at her home. Born and raised in Media, she was a long time resident of Upper Darby. She was a graduate of Penncrest High School, class of 1975 and was self employed with her husband in the Pewter giftware business. Lauren loved to ride...
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Kevin M. Emhe
Kevin M. Emhe, 63, passed away October 4, 2020 at Crozer Chester Medical Center. He was a lifelong Delaware County resident, growing up in Highland Gardens and most recently residing in Crum Lynne. Kevin was a graduate of Chester High School, class of 1977. He was creative and dabbled in art. Kevin was an avid...
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Mary E. Lowe
Mary E. Lowe, age 86, a lifelong resident of Upland, peacefully passed away at her home surrounded by her family on September 13, 2020. She always looked forward to going out to dinner on the weekends with Terrie. It was always an adventure when her great granddaughters “Morg-Pie” and her “Mia Girl” joined in on...
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Eleanor T. McCaney
Eleanor T. McCaney, 89, passed away peacefully at Naamans Creek Country Manor on August 2, 2020. Born in Philadelphia, she was a long-time resident of Brookhaven, Pa. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Donald J. McCaney. Eleanor is survived by Kevin McCaney (Karen), Shawn McCaney (Karla), Heather Giordano (Rick), and Erin Timms (Ian); her...
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Wanda E. Costello
Wanda Costello, 55, passed away August 1, 2020 at her home. Born in Chester, PA, she was a long-time resident of Brookhaven, PA, before moving to Willow Grove. She was a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of 1979 and was the previous owner of The Hair Stop in Media. Wanda was very artistic...
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Curt Laird
Curt Laird, age 58 of Escondido, CA, formerly of Ridley Park, passed away on July 31, 2020. In his younger years, Curt was involved with the Boy Scouts, played baseball for Leedom Little league, and graduated from Ridley High School in 1979. He was predeceased by his father, Ronald W. Laird, Sr. and his brother,...
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Sandra “Sandy” Mengel
Sandra “Sandy” Mengel, 66, passed away July 30, 2020. Born in Drexel Hill, she was a long-time resident of Media. She was a graduate of Marple High School, class of 1971 and had a long career at the ACME in Media. Sandy loved to read, cook for her family, and also enjoyed adult coloring books....
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Joan M. Rodgers Kane
Joan M. Rodgers Kane, 64, of Brookhaven, Pa. died at home on July 26, 2020 after a long and valiant fight with cancer. A life-long resident of Brookhaven, Joan was the daughter of the late Thomas H. and Joan A. (Parvis) Rodgers. She was a 1973 graduate of Sun Valley High School. Joan recently retired...
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Tracy Maureen O’Connor
Tracy Maureen O’Connor, 63, of Glen Mills PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2020. Tracy was a registered nurse, educated at Bryn Mawr Hospital School of Nursing. She had been employed as a case manager at Delaware County Memorial Hospital in Upper Darby, PA. Tracy was an extremely kind and compassionate person and...
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Michele “Mike” Mattera
Michele “Mike” Mattera, age 95, a longtime resident of Brookhaven, passed away on July 5, 2020 peacefully at home. Mike, born June 16, 1925, on the island of Ischia in Italy, immigrated to the United States in 1951. He worked for 31 years at Boeing, as a machinist, retiring in 1992. He enjoyed gardening, traveling,...
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Olive C. Bateman
Olive C. Bateman, 97, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2020. She was a longtime resident of Parkside and Brookhaven, as she and her husband Ned owned the Bateman Funeral Home. She resided in the Hilltop Community for 30 years and Chestnut Ridge for 5 years. She was a registered nurse 2nd Lieutenant in WWII,...
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Joseph L. Pilkington, Jr.
Joseph L. Pilkington, Jr., 77, of Linwood, PA, passed away at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Joe had the strength of a lion and a heart of gold that came to rest on June 25, 2020. Joe was born and raised in Chester, PA. He earned many awards during his time as a volunteer fire fighter at...
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Charlotte Mary Archacki
Charlotte Mary Archacki, age 53, of Media, Pa. went into the loving arms of her Lord Jesus Christ on June 8th 2020. She was born on September 23rd 1966 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Chester, Pa. to her loving parents, Ignatius (deceased) and Grace Archacki. Charlotte was a person with Down Syndrome and was always...
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Carole Garzia
Carole Garzia, age 75, passed away on June 4th2020 after complications from COPD. She lived in her Brookhaven home in Cambridge Square for 33 years. She was born in Chester on August 26th1944 to parents Chester Prather and Bertha Barbee. For many years, Carole worked as a realtor for Century 21, Prudential, and Keller Williams...
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William Ronald Tyne
William Ronald Tyne, known to some as Ron or Bill, passed away May 28th after complications of covid-19. He fought hard following an accident in 2017 and was residing at Brinton Manor, whom the family is eternally grateful for the care he received there. He was born in Philadelphia on September 3, 1947 and was...
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Marguerite B. Parrott
Marguerite B. Parrott Marguerite B. Parrott (nee Murphy), 93, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Granite Farms Estates. Marguerite was affectionately known as “Doll’ to her friends and family. Born in Chester, PA, Marguerite resided in Chester, Upper Chichester and Glen Mills prior to moving to Granite Farms Estates. Marguerite had been employed...
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John C. Castagna
John C Castagna John C Castagna, beloved husband of Kay Castagna, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving caregivers on Monday, May 4, 2020, at the age of 93 years. He was born in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania on December 28, 1926, the 5th of six children to Calogero and Nunzia Castagna of Enna, Sicily. His...
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Eugene J. “Gene” Malinowski
Eugene J. “Gene” Malinowski, age 92, of Claymont, DE peacefully passed away on April 19, 2020. Gene grew up in Brookhaven and enjoyed hunting, working on cars, and fixing lawn mowers. He was a US Army Veteran and retired from A & P after a very long, happy career as a butcher and store manager....
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Sandra Lee Miele
Sandra Lee Miele (Bunn) passed away from complications of the Covid 19 virus on Sunday April 19, 2020 at 4:59 pm in Media, Pennsylvania. Sandra was born in Philadelphia on August 18,1949. Sandra was the daughter of James H. Bunn and Shirley J Bunn. She is survived by her daughters Kimberly Langley(Bradford) and Shannon Lombardo...
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Elizabeth Jean Skrobak
Elizabeth J. Skrobak, (Betty), 91, passed peacefully at her home on April 14, 2020. She was born in Pottsville, PA. and was a resident of Brookhaven for 50 years and a member of Our Lady of Charity Parish. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, John. Betty is survived by her brother, Arthur Moraco and six...
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Michael E. Dwyer
Michael E. Dwyer, of Aston, PA, passed away on February 29, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. Mike lived on his own terms and could make anyone in his life laugh. Michael is survived by his beloved wife, Jacque; his loving children: Patrick, Jenna, and Molly; his sister, Patricia Simpson (Dwyer); his dog, Toto; his...
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Sherrie A. Caber
Sherrie A. Caber, 69, passed away suddenly at her home February 25, 2020 at her home. Born in Scranton, PA, she lived in Ridley Township and for the last 28 years lived in Upper Chichester. She was a graduate of Chester High School. Sherrie was extremely devoted to her family and was an extremely loving...
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Carolyn S. Carrow
Carolyn S. Carrow (Rudolph) passed away on February 25th, 2020 at Crozer Chester Medical Center. Carolyn was born in Highlands, North Carolina on February 22, 1950. She worked as a waitress and a house-keeper before staying home to help take care of her grandchildren. Her interests included arts and crafts, spending time with friends and...
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Elizabeth A. Morrison
Elizabeth A. Morrison (nee Haskin-McCann), 83, of Pompano Beach, previously Ridley Park, passed away February 10, 2020. Born and raised in Collingdale, she was employed for many years at Springfield Hospital as an EEG Technician. Elizabeth was the beloved wife of the late James Morrison and was formerly married to the late William G. McCann....
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Helen N. Sanderson
Helen Newill McConaghy Sanderson passed away at her apartment in Glen Cove, NY in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 9, 2020. She was two and half months short of her 101st birthday. Helen was born on April 23, 1919 to Sarah and Frederic Newill. She was a 1937 graduate of Chester High School....
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John R. Homyak
John R. Homyak passed away suddenly Saturday. Born in Philadelphia. He was raised in Wallingford. He resided in Crum Lynne before moving to Brookhaven. John was graduate of Nether Providence High School, class of 1973. He graduated from Penn State University 1975. He enjoved reading. He loved classic cars, the beach and music, especially the...
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Lena Renzo
Lena Renzo (nee Tete) was born on August 12, 1921 to Frank and Mary Tete in Florence, NJ. Mrs. Renzo attended Bordentown New Jersey HS. During WWII, Lena worked in airplane production for General Motors in Trenton, NJ. She was also a USO entertainer for the troops at Fort Dix, NJ, and assisted in the...
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