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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.
John C. Whittle, Jr.
John C. Whittle, Jr., 72, passed away peacefully February 1, 2020 at the Hospice of SW Ohio. Born in Chester, PA, he has been a resident of Westchester, OH, for the last 35 years. John was a graduate of St. James High School, class of ’65, and went on to PMC where he graduated with...
Read MoreSteven S. Davis
Steven S. Davis passed away suddenly at his home on December 29, 2019. He is predeceased by his parents Elaine and Lawrence Davis and his brother Brett Davis. He is survived by his brother John Davis. Graveside service Friday 12:30 at Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, PA. Online condolences can be sent via www.batemanallenfuneralhome.com Print
Read MoreJoey Traub
Joseph “Joey” Traub, a life long resident of Upland, Pa, passed away December 29, 2019 at Taylor Hospital. He worked in the workshop in Elwyn for several years. He is predeceased by his parents Seraphine and William Traub; his brother William Traub; and his sister Cathy Schreidl. Joey is survived by his nephew Ron Schreidl...
Read MorePhilip David Cerami
Philip D. Cerami Sr., 83, of Brookhaven PA, died Monday December 23, 2019. Born in Chester, he was the son of the late David and Dorothy Cerami. He was a 1954 graduate of St. James high school. He began his career as a barber in 1956 and went on to be a successful entrepreneur. With...
Read MoreMary Beth Roberto
Mary Beth Roberto, 63, passed away December 23, 2019 at her home. She has been a resident of Brookhaven, PA, for the last 20 years. She was a financial analyst for ABC Cap City (Chilton Publishing Company) and was a previous owner of Vince’s Sunoco in Folsom. Mary Beth loved her dogs and she used...
Read MoreMarian S. Cirigliano
Marian Cirigliano, 86, passed away peacefully December 20, 2019 at Maris Grove, Glen Mills, PA. Born in Chester, she resided in Brookhaven for 52 years before moving to Maris Grove 7 years ago. Marian was an administrative assistant at a number of Penn Delco schools for over 30 years. She was also a member of...
Read MoreBrett Davis
Brett Davis, 56, passed away November 16, 2019 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. He was the son of the late Elaine and Lawrence Davis. Brett was active in DelARC, Active Day of Chester, Community Interactions, and the Child Guidance Resource Center. He was a lover of music, a great fan of the Mummers, and an amateur...
Read MoreMichael Ruggieri
It is with sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Michael A. Ruggieri, Jr. on November 8, 2019. Michael was born in Chester, PA to Michael and Helen (Blacha) Ruggieri. He later moved to Brookhaven and was employed as an instrument supervisor for BP Oil Company. After retirement, Michael worked part-time in bookkeeping and...
Read MoreDoris Stahl
Doris Stahl, 94, passed away October 14, 2019 at Crozer Keystone Hospice. Born in Chester, she resided in Brookhaven since 1960, moving to Chestnut Ridge only 5 months ago. She was a graduate of Chester High School and received her Nursing degree from the military. She was an RN for Crozer Chester Medical Center for...
Read MoreHelen Spence McCullough
Helen Spence McCullough, 70, of Brookhaven, PA, passed away at home October 14, 2019. Born in Philadelphia, daughter of the late John and Mary Jane Spence, she resided in Brookhaven for many years. Helen graduated from Archbishop Prendergast High School in 1966 and retired in 2011, having worked diligently for several prominent Delaware County attorneys....
Read MoreHelen E. Williamson
Helen E. Williamson, 99, passed away peacefully October 9, 2019 at her home. She resided in Brookhaven, PA, for 48 years before moving to Milmont Park 25 years ago. She loved the Lord with all of her heart and was a long time active member of Faith Community Church. She was predeceased by her parents...
Read MoreCatherine Donald
Catherine B. Donald, 102, passed away peacefully October 2, 2019. She grew up in Parkside, PA, raised her family in Brookhaven, PA, and most recently lived at Maris Grove in Concordville for the last 15 years. She was a long time employee of Scott Paper as an executive secretary. Catherine loved to knit, needlepoint, solve...
Read MoreJeanette Lundberg Finley
Jeanette Lundberg Finley July 12, 1937 – September 26, 2019 Jeanette was born in Chester, PA and was a long-time resident of Collingdale, Pa. She graduated from Interboro High School in the class of 1957 and was a member of Kappa Beta Sigma Sorority from 1956 – 2019. She was a true friend to her...
Read MoreAgnes Jarman
Agnes Jarman (nee Bradley), 93, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2019. Agnes was predeceased by her beloved husband Raymond Jarman, Sr., her son Raymond Jarman, Jr., and her brother John Bradley. She is survived by her daughter in law Naomi Jarman and her nephew Robert Jarman. Funeral service Thursday 11am at the Bateman-Allen Funeral...
Read MoreMichael Cally
Michael Cally, 88, passed away peacefully on September 17th, 2019 at his home in Brookhaven, PA, where he resided for almost 50 years. He was a devout Catholic and active parishioner of Our Lady of Charity Church. Born in Geneva, NY, he attended Geneva High School, participating in varsity basketball, track, and cross country, and...
Read MoreMary J. Cordy
Mary J. Cordy, 97, passed away peacefully at her home on September 11, 2019. Born in Williamsport, PA, she was a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA, before moving to Maple Shade, NJ. She was predeceased by her husband Dalice W. Cordy and her 13 siblings.Mary is survived by her children Dalice T. Cordy, Janice...
Read MoreAlfred D. Aloi
Alfred D. Aloi, 83, passed away peacefully August 31, 2019 at Manor Care, Yeadon, PA. He was a life long resident of Philadelphia. Fred loved trains, conversating, wrestling, and watching westerns. He really enjoyed going to breakfast with his nieces and nephews and spending time down in North Wildwood with family. He was predeceased by...
Read MorePatrick Griffith
Patrick Griffith, 38, passed away suddenly in Philadelphia on August 15, 2019. Born in Media, he was currently a resident of Parkside, Pa. and a graduate of Sun Valley High School in Aston, Pa. He was employed as a landscaper and contractor in the construction field. He was predeceased by his Paternal Grandmother Elizabeth and...
Read MoreWilliam J. Stravinsky, Sr.
William Stravinsky, Sr., 96, passed away peacefully August 1, 2019. Born in William Penn, he was raised in Shenandoah and most recently lived in Springfield, PA. Bill was a US Army veteran of WWII who served over seas and was a part of the Battle of the Bulge. He was an active member of the...
Read MoreFrances S. Patalano
Frances S. Patalano, 88, passed away July 16, 2019 at her home. She was predeceased by her parents Rosalie and Guiseppe Pinelli and her brother Joseph Panelli. Frances is survived by her children Victor Patalano, Jr. (Francine), Joseph Patalano, and Gina DeMaio (Charles) and her grandchildren Alicia and Andrew DeMaio and Micheala and Jordan Patalano....
Read MoreRonald A. Cobourn
Ronald A. Cobourn, 68, passed away peacefully at home on July 13, 2019. Born and raised in Brookhaven, PA, he has lived in Marcus Hook for the last 44 years. He is a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of 1969 and went on to work for Ore Ida Foods in West Chester for...
Read MoreJanice M. Grzywacz
Janice Grzywacz, 72, passed away July 11, 2019 at Riddle Memorial Hospital after a long illness. She is survived by her beloved husband of 28 years, Edward Grzywacz; her sister Sharon Mahjohbian; and her 2 nephews Micah and Christopher. Memorial service Tuesday 11am at the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, 4220 Edgmont Ave., Brookhaven, PA, 19015. Visitation...
Read MoreChristopher M. Fiske
Christopher M. Fiske passed away July 6, 2019. All services private. Print
Read MoreWilliam Carman
William Carman passed away peacefully June 26, 2019 at Fair Acres Geriatric Center, Media, PA. All services are private. Print
Read MoreGina Gasiorowski
Gina Gasiorowski, 90, passed away peacefully June 18, 2019 at Granite Farms Estates, where she has resided the last 15 years. Born in Upper Darby, PA, she resided in Parkside, PA, for 52 years before moving to Granite Farms. She was a graduate of Eddystone High School, class of 1946 and of Franklin School of...
Read MoreMargaret T. Willoughby
Margaret “Peggy” T. Willoughby, 90, passed away peacefully June 14, 2019 at her home. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA. She worked for many years at the Franklin Mint as an inspector and was an active member of Our Lady of Charity. She was predeceased by her beloved...
Read MorePeter Lapchuk
Peter Lapchuk, 92, passed away June 12, 2019 at Granite Farms Estates, Media, PA. Born in Trainer, PA, where he spent his childhood, he went on to live in Brookhaven, PA for 40 years, then Fox Hill Farm in Glen Mills for 7 years, and spent his last years happily at Granite Farm Estates, in...
Read MoreIrene C. Taylor
Irene C. Taylor, 98, passed away June 11, 2019 at West Hills Health and Rehab. Born in Camden, NJ, she was a resident of Brookhaven, PA, for over 65 years before living with her daughter, Susan, in Coraopolis, PA, this past year. She was a long time member of Aston Presbyterian Church, where she belonged...
Read MorePaul R. Athey, Jr.
Paul Raymond Athey, Junior passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2019, after a long struggle with cancer. Paul was born July 21, 1950 in Hagerstown, MD. Paul attended North Hagerstown High School and graduated from York Suburban in 1968.Paul is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Sharon Feeser-Athey and his faithful furry friend...
Read MoreShirley A. Shinn
Shirley A. Shinn (nee Sweeney), 88, of Aston, PA, passed away on May 19, 2019. She was born in Chester, PA, to the late Herbert T. And Cecilia M. Sweeney. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Herbert T. Sweeney II and her sister, Geraldine Massey. Survivors include her...
Read MoreLina “Affie” Affinito
Lina “Affie” Affinito, aka Affie Green, a resident of Brookhaven since 1979, died on May 15, 2019, in her Brookhaven home. Lina was born in 1930 and grew up in The Bronx, NY, the daughter of Italian immigrants Giuseppe and Helena (Iasiello) Affinito. After graduating from Evander Childs High School, Lina worked as a secretary-translator...
Read MoreEmily Pidcock
Emily I. Pidcock, 89, passed away peacefully May 14, 2019 at Fair Acres Geriatric Center. Born November 21, 1929 in Plymouth, PA, she was a longtime resident of Parkside, PA, and Swedesboro, NJ. She also spent 9 years at Green Hill Condominiums and 1 year at Chestnut Ridge Assisted Living. She was a graduate of...
Read MoreMargaret Hino
Margaret (née McKelvey) Hino, was born on July 19, 1929, passed peacefully on May 5, 2019. Marge was born and raised in Lansdowne, PA, the daughter of Mary and Charles McKelvey and sibling to Buddy, Babs, Noelita, Billy, Jimmy and Bobby. Marge married Jim on February 19, 1955. They were lifelong residents of Parkside, PA...
Read MoreMichael C. Shull
Michael C. Shull, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on April 24, 2019. Born in Chester, he was raised in Chester and Parkside and was a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA. He was a graduate of Eddystone High School, class of 1959 and attended West Chester University. Mike had an extremely impressive law...
Read MoreRobert “Bob” Carre, Sr.
Robert “Bob” G. Carre, Sr. 75, passed away at his home April 20, 2019. He grew up in Norwood and has been a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA. Bob worked as a supervisor for Westlake Plastics Co. for 42 years before his retirement. He enjoyed tinkering with automobiles, watching Nascar, playing guitar and listening...
Read MoreVirginia Worrell
Virginia L. Worrell, 69, passed away April 20, 2019 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. She was a graduate of Garnet Valley High School, class of 1967 and attended Pierce Business School and went on to work as a secretary for many years. She was a member of Gradyville United Methodist Church. She was an avid sports...
Read MoreLouise Letherbury
Louise Letherbury (nee Gyton), 88, passed away suddenly April 16, 2019. Born in Chester, she grew up in Parkside and has resided in Brookhaven since 1957. She was a graduate of Media High School and worked for 10 years at Little Angels in Parkside. Louise was a long time member of Parkside United Methodist and...
Read MorePansy Rickman
Pansy Marie Rickman, 86, passed away April 2, 2019 at Crozer Chester Medical Center. She was a long time resident of Parkside, PA, previously living in Baltimore, MD. She is predeceased by her beloved husband of 27 years George W. Rickman; her parents William and Claudia Barrett; and her daughter Vicki Lee Young. She is...
Read MoreRobert Morgan
Robert R. Morgan, 92, passed away March 30, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. Born and raised in Scranton, to the late Thomas and Marion Morgan, he worked on his family’s farm and began a lifelong working career. He moved to Brookhaven in 1957 and joined the Brookhaven Fire Company. He was an active...
Read MoreAnn Payne
Ann Payne, 96, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2019 at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Born in Simpson, PA, she spent 57 years residing in Brookhaven. She then went on to live in Boyertown, spending 9 years at Chestnut Knoll and the last 3 years in Walnut Woods. During the war effort Ann folded parachutes and...
Read MoreWadina Orpinuk
Wadina Orpinuk, 93 of Brookhaven PA died peacefully on March 15, 2019. Born in Paris, Texas 1926. She was the daughter of the late Alonzo H. Self and Ima Self. Wadina was a long time resident of Brookhaven PA. She loved people and spending time with her family at the Jersey shore but most of...
Read MoreDolores Shannon
Dolores R. Shannon, of Middletown, DE, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at the age of 89, surrounded by her loving family in the days leading up to her passing. Born May 2, 1929, Dolores was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna LoBosco of Philadelphia, PA. Dolores married Dominic P. Vassalluzzo in 195X,...
Read MoreMichael Porrini
Michael D. Porrini, 43, passed away February 21, 2019. Born in Philadelphia, he has been a long time Delaware County resident. He attended Academy Park High School and was a former employee of UTC. He was an excellent athlete, excelling in baseball, football, basketball, and darts. He is the beloved son of Catherine and Michael...
Read MoreChristina (Brown) Couch
Christina (Brown) Couch, 70, of Brookhaven, PA, passed away peacefully February 18, 2019. Born May 24, 1948 at Media Hospital, she was raised in Gradyville. For many years her home away from home with her husband Philip was beautiful St. Maarten where she had to leave her cat, Jean, better known as “El Dopo”. Tina...
Read MoreKathleen Johnson
Kathleen Margaret Johnson (née Welsh) passed away on February 14, 2019 at the age of 80 years old, due to complications of pneumonia. She was born on January 26th, 1939 in Chester, PA to George and Elizabeth Welsh. She is survived by her husband Charles Joseph Johnson, of Philadelphia PA. The couple wed on October...
Read MoreLester “Bud” Patterson
Lester J. “Bud” Patterson, 90, of Upland, PA passed away peacefully February 14, 2019. Born in Avoca, PA, he attended Chester High School before enlisting in the Army at age 17. Bud made a career out of the military serving 16 years in the army and 4 years in the Air Force. Bud fought in...
Read MoreAnna A. Kerrigan
Anna A. Kerrigan, 97, passed away peacefully February 6, 2019 at Fair Acre Geriatric Center. Born in Chester, PA, she was a long time resident of Parkside. Anna was an active member of Our Lady of Charity Church. She was predeceased by her husband of 47 years George Kerrigan; her parents Margaret and John Francia;...
Read MoreMary Ann Breen
Mary Ann Breen, 86, passed away peacefully February 3, 2019 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Born in Chester, PA, she was a long time resident of Parkside, PA, and spent the last 3 years at the Residence of Glen Riddle. Mary Ann was a graduate of Chester High School and went on to earn her Bachelor’s...
Read MoreErrol Boyd Lynch
Errol Boyd Lynch 88, departed this life on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware. Errol, known to most as “Mr. Lynch,” was born November 4, 1930 in Higgin Town, St Ann Jamaica to the late Andrew and Lena Lynch. In 1981, Mr. Lynch and his wife, the late Christiana Lynch,...
Read MoreSeraphine Traub
Seraphine Traub, 93, of Upland, PA, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2019. A funeral mass will be held Monday 10am at St. Francis of Assisi, 136 Saxer Ave., Springfield, PA, 19064. Burial to follow at SS Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA. Arrangements by Bateman-Allen Funeral Home. Print
Read MoreChristopher Costello
Christopher Costello, 59, passed away peacefully January 6, 2019 at Abington Memorial Hospital. He was a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA, before moving to Willow Grove 2.5 years ago. He was a graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School, class of 1978. Chris loved the Eagles and Flyers, fishing, crabbing, boating and just being on...
Read MoreRosauro O. Timbol
Rosauro O. Timbol, 70, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2018 at Asana Hospice House in Ridley Park, PA. He was a resident of Brookhaven, PA. He attended The Far Eastern University in the Philippines and was a retired business owner of the Dunkin Donuts in Parkside, PA. He was predeceased by his parents Pedro...
Read MoreDorothy E. Novak
Dorothy Levis Novak, 92, passed away peacefully at home on December 16, 2018 with wonderful support from the Crozer Keystone Hospice team. One of 5 children born to Frances and Richard Levis, she was raised in Chester and graduated from Chester High in 1944. She was married to Vincent Novak from 1949 until his death...
Read MoreHelene McMonagle
Helene M. McMonagle, 89, passed away December 15, 2018. She has been a longtime resident of Brookhaven, PA. Helene was a proud graduate of Notre Dame High School, Moylan, class of 1947. She worked for Keystone and Robert Black Insurance Companies, and most recently as a supervisor for Harleysville Insurance Company. An active member of...
Read MoreCharles “Charlie” Marquardt
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Dad, Charles “Charlie” Marquardt, on the evening of December 10, 2018. Charlie was born and raised in Girardville, spent the majority of his life in Parkside, and the last 12 years at Maris Grove in Glen Mills. He was a graduate of...
Read MoreRobert “Bob” Montella, Sr.
Robert “Bob” Montella, Sr., 76, passed away Monday December 3, 2018 at Crozer Chester Medical Center. Born in Philadelphia, Bob was a graduate of St. James Catholic High School. He was employed by Conrail in Records Management Department, retiring in 1999. He also was employed by Delaware County Voting Machine Bureau. Bob was a past...
Read MoreCatherine M. Johnson
Catherine M. Johnson, 67, passed away November 7, 2018. Born in Chester, she was a long time resident of Claymont, DE. She was a graduate of Sun Valley, class of 1970. She was an avid bowler and a joy to be around. Catherine was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. She...
Read MoreJeanne Marie Seeley
Jeanne Marie Seeley, 81, passed away peacefully November 6, 2018 at her home. She was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, before moving to Brookhaven 54 years ago. She worked for Mr. and Ms. Hair Styling years ago while being a dedicated home maker. Jeanne is predeceased by her parents Walter and Katherine Clement and...
Read MoreEvelyn Lewis Morroni
Evelyn Lewis Morroni, 88, passed away October 1, 2018 at Arden Courts in King of Prussia. Born in Upland, PA, she was a resident of Brookhaven for 53 years. She was a graduate of Ridley High School where she was the Head Drum Majorette. Evelyn was a lunch lady at Coeburn Elementary and St., Johns...
Read MoreDaniel Oxendine
After a long , courageous battle with cancer, Daniel Oxendine passed away on September 28,2018 . Daniel was born in Robeson County, North Carolina and was a longtime resident of Wallingford, Pennsylvania (Garden City Section). He was a painter and loved to show and tell you about all the places he had painted. He was...
Read MoreJudy Ann Hutchinson
After a long, courageous battle with cancer, Judy Ann Hutchinson ended her battle and headed home to the Lord on September 12th, 2018. Judy was born on July 27th, 1957 in Woodbine Georgia to Thomas Hutchinson Sr. and Maudie Mae Hutchinson. She attended public schools in Camden County Georgia. After high school, Judy relocated to...
Read MoreDorsey S. Fooks, Jr.
Dorsey S. Fooks, Jr., age 85, peacefully passed away August 27, 2018 at Crozer Keystone Hospice in Ridley Park, PA. He is survived by his loving wife, three children, six grandchildren, and one great grandchild. He was predeceased by his parents and his brother. Funeral service will be held Friday 11am at the Bateman-Allen Funeral...
Read MoreIrene Lillis Moschella
After a long struggle with Alzheimers, Irene Lillis Moschella (nee Armstrong), 92, passed away peacefully in her sleep August 24, 2018 at the Sunrise Senior Living Facility. She was born on February 28, 1926 in West Pittston, PA. She married her soulmate, Gene Lillis in 1945 and they had a son Gene, Jr. in 1946....
Read MoreLeonard J Middleton
Leonard J. Middleton, 81, a resident of Brookhaven for 58 years, passed away on August 24, 2018. Beloved husband of 58 years to Harriet R. Middleton, loving father of Len (Mary) Middleton, Mary-Alice Middleton, Rosanne Middleton, Linda (Mark) Taglianetti and David (Cheryl) Middleton. Cherished Pop-Pop to Nick (Keri), Julia, Nina and Frankie. He is the...
Read MoreNeil A. Stagner, Sr.
Neil A. Stagner, Age 85, 1933-2018, died Monday 7-23-18 at home at 5:13 PM. He was married to Mary McLaughlin Stagner for 60 years. Neil was in the Air Force for 4 years stationed in Germany as a draftsman. Neil was employed by Bell Telephone Company, aka, Verizon for 35 years They had five children:...
Read MoreThomas Baker
Thomas Baker, Sr., 92, passed away peacefully July 20, 2018. Born in Bryn Mawr, PA, he was a lifelong resident of Media/Middletown Twp., other than the 2 years he spent in Liberia working with the Sun Co. He attended Media High School before enlisting in the US Navy during WWII. While at Media High he...
Read MoreEleanor M. Diggins
Eleanor M. Diggins, a resident of Parkside, Pa. for over 61 years, passed away on July 14, 2018. Beloved wife of the late George J. Diggins, Sr. Loving mother of George, Jr. (Kathy) Diggins, John (Margie) Diggins, Kathryn Orr, Helen (Ronald) Dolbin, and Margaret (Michael) DiFurio. She is the daughter of the late...
Read MoreVeronica “Ronnie” Stengel
Veronica “Ronnie” Ann Stengel (nee McDonald), 68, passed away July 5, 2018 at her home. She was an Executive secretary for Bell Telephone and then retired in 2006 from Verizon. Veronica was born August 31, 1949 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. My mom loved the church, the beach, roosters, and reading. She had a great love for...
Read MoreLinda Gray
Linda Gray, 69, passed away June 16, 2018 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. She has been a resident of Brookhaven for the last 20 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Isabell and Russell Lynch. Linda was a kind hearted woman who was an extremely loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be deeply...
Read MoreJeretta A. Holland
Jeretta A. Holland (nee Sakers), 73, passed away May 28, 2018 at Crozer Keystone Hospice. Born in Chester, she was a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA. She worked for Scott Paper for 35 years before her retirement and had a great love for animals. She was predeceased by her parents Uldine and William Sakers...
Read MoreJames A. Wentz
James A. Wentz, 71, passed away at his home. Born in Ridley Park, PA, he was a long time resident of Brookhaven before moving to Aston 18 years ago. He was a graduate of Sun Valley High School and had a strong love for animals. He was predeceased by his parents Ruth and Paul Wentz...
Read MoreJoan Klemaszewski
Joan M. Page Klemaszewski of Brookhaven, PA, went home to the Lord on Thursday, April 12, 2018. Joan worked at the Giant in Aston and Brookhaven for many years. Joan was active in the Y at Rocky Run and Participated in a crochet group. She was a roller skater and won championships across the country...
Read MoreJean Christopher
Jean Christopher, 91, passed away peacefully April 9, 2018. If life can be described as a book, then Jean McIlvain Christopher’s story would be one of adventure, resilience and love – with the moral being that you should live your life boldly. She certainly lived that way. She went against what was expected of her...
Read MoreNancy Diane Yuknek
Nancy Diane Yuknek, 58, passed away April 9, 2018 peacefully at her home. Born in Detroit, Michigan, she has been a long time resident of Chester, PA. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’ Degrees in Social work at Widener University. Nancy went on to be the Director of Social Work at...
Read MoreMyriam O. Viola
Myriam O. Viola, 66, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2018 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Myriam is survived by her beloved husband Louis Viola of 34 years. She was a loving wife, daughter, sister and friend to everyone. With all our saddened hearts she will be missed. Funeral mass Thursday 11am at Our Lady of...
Read MoreRose M. Quattro
Rose M. Quattro, 98, of Brookhaven, PA, entered into eternal peace on Thursday March 29, 2018 with her family by her side at the Residence of Glen Riddle. Rose was predeceased by her parents, John and Mary Mitchell; her husband, Sandy Quattro; and her grandson, Don Franklin, Jr.Rose was a stay at home mom loving...
Read MoreBess Ednie
Bess Ednie, born April 25, 1923 passed away peacefully at Sunrise Assisted Living of Granite Run on March 1, 2018. Born in Woodlyn, PA, Bess was the daughter of Natalie (Druk) Levy and Martin Levy. She was predeceased by her sister, Stella Turin (Harry) and Brothers, William and Anthony (Dorothy) and her beloved husband of...
Read MoreHoward H. Faddis, III
Howard H. Faddis, III, 76, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2018 at his home. Born in Chester, PA, he was a resident of Middletown before moving to Parkside, PA. He was a graduate of Penncrest High School, class of 1960 and went on to work for the Haverford State Hospital Automotive Garage for 35...
Read MoreOlive F. Bishop
Olive F. Bishop, 96, passed away February 14, 2018 at Sterling Nursing Home, Media, PA. Born and raised in Battle Creek, Michigan she spent her adult life in Wallingford and Media, PA. Olive worked as a bookkeeper for Rumford and Rumford Construction for 16 years before her retirement. She was a woman who was full...
Read MoreRose Vance
Rose Vance, 71, passed away peacefully February 11, 2018 at Sterling Nursing Home. Born in Delaware County she was a long time resident of Wallingford, PA. Rose was part of the first graduating class of Sun Valley High School. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 47 years, Hugh Vance; her brother David and...
Read MoreMiriam B. Wible
Miriam Wible, 97, passed away February 6, 2018 at Granite Farms Estates. Born in Chester, PA, she was a long-time resident of Middletown Twp., PAMiriam was a graduate of Nether Providence High School. She worked for numerous years at The School in Rose Valley, assisting kitchen staff, in addition to driving the school van. Mim...
Read MorePatricia Frei
Patricia Frei, 67, passed away at Crozer Keystone Hospice, Ridley Park, PA. Born and raised in West Philadelphia she has spent the last 18 years in Brookhaven, PA. Pat was a school bus driver for the Upper Darby School District for over 20 years and also worked at the ACME for 20 years. She loved...
Read MoreMartin J. White
Martin J. White, 58, passed away suddenly at his home on February 3, 2018. Born in Chester, PA, he lived in the Wallingford section of Nether Providence most of his life. A 1977 graduate of Nether Providence High School, Marty went on to do construction and was a member of the Garden City Fire Co....
Read MoreRichard W. Loynds
Richard W. Loynds, 82, passed away January 28, 2018 peacefully at Crozer Keystone Hospice, Ridley Park, where he was lovingly cared for. He was a resident of Brookhaven, PA, for the last 48 years. Richard worked for FMC as a manager and then went on to work for DelCora as an operator for many years...
Read MoreRichard T. Levis, Jr.
Richard T. Levis, Jr 12/31/1927-1/17/18 Richard was born in Malvern, PA and raised in Chester, PA. He graduated from Chester HS class of 1945. Following graduation Richard attended Swarthmore College, while working in the automobile business in Media, PA. He also attended Ford Merchandising School class #21 of 1950 in Dearborn, MI. Later in 1950...
Read MoreAnna H. Lewis
Anna H. Lewis, 91, passed away at her home. Born in Allentown, PA, she was a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA. She was a graduate of Allentown High School and received her Nursing Degree from Chester Hospital. Anna had a long career as an RN at Crozer Chester Medical Center and also volunteered in...
Read MoreDonna L. Parris
Donna L. Parris, 68, passed away January 10, 2018 at her home. She was a long time resident of Wilmington, DE. She grew up in Brookhaven, PA, and was a graduate of Sun Valley High School. Donna loved living near the water and really enjoyed fishing, crabbing, and boating. Her and her husband loved to...
Read MoreMarie T. Barber
Marie Teresa (Bloemker) Barber, 93, passed away January 2, 2018. Born and raised in Philadelphia she went on to spend the majority of her life in Lansdowne, PA, while also living in Upper Darby, PA., Whiting, N.J. and Downingtown, PA. (Ashbridge Manor). before moving to Fair Acres Geriatric Center, Lima, PA. in 2015. She was...
Read MoreJoseph Hobaugh
Joseph Hobaugh, 96, passed away peacefully at his home. Born in Chester, PA, he was a life long resident of Brookhaven before moving to Media in 2000. He was a graduate of Chester High School, class of 1939 and the Navy sent him to Electronics School in Kentucky. He worked for Sunship for a short...
Read MoreWilliam M. Ford
William M Ford, “Yogi”, 85, passed away peacefully in his home December 27, 2017 surrounded by his family. William was predeceased by his devoted wife, Margaret, “Ruth” (nee Alsankas) and was the loving father of William J. Ford, Phillip J. Ford, and Catherine (Robert) Powers; brother of Jack Ford; and his grandchildren Christina, Billy, Audrey,...
Read MoreLloyd Yarnell
Lloyd Yarnell, 93, passed away December 23, 2017. He was a long time resident of Brookhaven, PA, and most recently resided at Chestnut Ridge. He was a graduate of Chester High School. He was a WWII veteran of the United States Army. He worked for Sinclair Oil Company for 19 years and then spent 19...
Read MoreRobert P. Losak
Mr. Robert Paul Losak of Brookhaven, PA, departed this life suddenly on Sunday, December 10, 2017, at his home. Born and raised in Marcus Hook, Bob was the son of the late Paul and Blanche (Wrzesniewski) Losak. He was a proud 1954 graduate of St. James High Catholic High School and graduated from LaSalle University...
Read MorePhilip A. Kane
Philip A. Kane, 68, died December 6, 2017 at his home following a lengthy illness. Born in Queens, New York and raised in West Orange, New Jersey, Phil graduated from Essex Catholic High School. He was the son of the late Matthew Kane and Adele McCooey Kane. Phil was a US Navy veteran and served...
Read MoreJoseph A. Zygmunt
Joseph A. Zygmunt, 89, passed away peacefully November 30, 2017 at his home. Born in Dupont, PA, he has been a resident of Brookhaven, PA, since 1963. He graduated from Dupont High School and later earned his bachelor’s degree from Widener University (’84) in business management. As a member of the United States Air Force,...
Read MoreCrystal Nicole Hickey
Crystal Nicole Hickey (nee Erb), 38, passed away suddenly on November 20, 2017. She was a life-long resident of Delaware County, PA. She is survived by her mother Lynda Dantonio; Bailey Dantonio, Evan “Angelo” Tsiaras, and Lucas Graiver; grandparents Samuel and Joanne Erb; and aunts and uncles. All services private. Arrangements by Bateman-Allen Funeral Home,...
Read MoreMargaret Ruth Ford
Margaret Ruth Ford, 86, passed away peacefully October 14, 2017 at Wallingford Nursing Home. Born in Philadelphia she was a resident of Parkside since 1958 until moving to Wallingford 7 years ago. She was a graduate of Hallahan High School in Philadelphia and went on to work for Widener University for 20 years. Margaret was...
Read MorePaul H. Estock
Paul H. Estock, 72, passed away October 4, 2017 at Riddle Memorial Hospital, Media. Born in Chester, PA, he was a resident of Trainer, PA, for 23 years before moving to Brookhaven, PA. He was a graduate of Chester High School, class of 1963. After working for Kimberley Clarke for 35 years he retired and...
Read MoreCalvin C. Shull
Calvin “Cal” Carl Shull, 78, passed away September 30, 2017 at Belvedere Nursing Home. Born in Chester he resided in Aston, PA, before moving to Belvedere 3 years ago. He attended Dewey Mann Grade School, Eddystone High School, and then went on to serve in the Air Force. During his time in the Air Force...
Read MoreMaryAnn Talley
MaryAnn Talley, 71, passed away September 5, 2017 peacefully at her home. She was born to Nicholas and Yolanda Evangelista and raised in SW Philadelphia. She was a 1963 graduate of West Catholic Girls HS. She has been a resident of the Toby Farms section of Brookhaven since 1972. A very active member of her...
Read MoreDavid L. Pugh
David L. Pugh, 76, of Upland, Pa, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. David was born and raised in Upland and enjoyed spending his summers at his shore house in Maryland. He was a retired Brookhaven Police Officer for almost 30 years. David served in the US Navy. He...
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