Obituaries

James Connor, Jr.

James Connor, Jr.

Jan 14, 2025

Jerry (James Gerald) Connor,Jr. sadly passed away at the age of 32 on January 14, 2025. Jerry was the oldest of two children and survived by his father Jerry (James Gerald) Connor, Sr., stepfather Robert “Bob” Dempster, mother Joan Fredell, grandfather William “Pop” Maahs, grandmother Linda “Granny” Maahs, sisters Linda Fredell, Emily “Emmy” Killian, he is the father of three,...

Anand Somalwar

Anand Somalwar

Jan 12, 2025

Anand Somalwar, 76, passed away peacefully at home on January 12, 2025, surrounded by his family.

He was a kind and gentle man who loved a quiet and simple life. He showed incredible strength and resilience in his battle with Parkinson's disease.

Anand is lovingly remembered by his wife, Meera and two children, Meghana and Anup, as well as numerous family members.

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MaryAnne Creedon

MaryAnne Creedon

Jan 10, 2025

MaryAnne C. Creedon 

May 6, 1937 - January 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our family matriarch, MaryAnne C. Creedon (Nee Hayes) of North Wildwood, NJ on January 10, 2025, at the age of 87. MaryAnne passed peacefully in her sleep. MaryAnne was born on May 6, 1937 in Philadelphia, PA., to James and Caroline...

Walter M. Brierley

Walter M. Brierley

Jan 9, 2025

Walter M. Brierley, of Sicklerville, NJ, (originally Philadelphia, PA) at the age of 64, died on January 9th, 2025, just as he lived his life, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous fight for a second lung transplant.

Walt was born on June 24th, 1960 in the Kensington section of Philadelphia. The Brierley family moved to Juniata Park in 1974. He...

Mary Helen Butterline-Krupnick

Mary Helen Butterline-Krupnick

Jan 8, 2025

Mary Helen Theresa Butterline-Krupnick 

(April 8th, 1959 - January 8th, 2025)

Mary was born in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia to Dolores [daughter of Mary Jane and Stephen] and Peter [son of Helen and Peter] Butterline. Mary was one of seven children: Peter (MaryAnn), Dolores (Claude), Suzanne (Jim), Sharon (Joe), Mark (Wendy), and Judy (Mark); all of which attended St. Anne’s...

Diane B. O'Donnell

Diane B. O'Donnell

Jan 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Diane B. O'Donnell (Schweitzer) December 22, 1944 – January 6, 2025

Diane B. O'Donnell, lovingly known as Aunt Dee to her many nieces and nephews, passed away on January 6, 2025, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was 80 years old.

Born on December 22, 1944, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Fred and Winifred Schweitzer, Diane was one...

James “Ferdie” Kauterman

James “Ferdie” Kauterman

Dec 26, 2024

James “Ferdie” Kauterman originally from Juniata Park, passed December 26, 2024.

Survived by his patient wife Dorothy (nee Stasen), his devoted children, Maria Watson (Gary), Stephanie Lash (Mark), James (Katie), and Kate Vessels (Louis), and he is the beloved Grandpop to Nicky, Joseph, Daniel, Sofia, Aubrey Quinn, and soon to be little Louie.  Also survived by his brother Thomas, sister Mary,...

David Usle

David Usle

Dec 17, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Lee Uslé , who departed this life on December 17, 2024 and will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Born on March 22, 1948, to Angelo and Doris, in Philadelphia, where he served as a dedicated Police Officer and Detective for 19 years. David was known for...

Diane E. Welsh

Diane E. Welsh

Dec 11, 2024

Diane E. Welsh, a beloved wife to Frederick, devoted mother to Dawn and Frederick “Ricky” (Crystal), and cherished “Mom Mom” to Joseph, Jenna, and Liam, as well as a cherished sister and doting aunt, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. A true survivor, Diane faced her short, yet fierce battle with cancer...

Joan Liston

Joan Liston

Dec 9, 2024

Joan Liston, affectionately known as “Aunt Joan” to all who loved her, passed away peacefully at her home on December 9, 2024. She was the cherished daughter of the late John and Dorothy (née McCarty) and the devoted sister of the late Thomas.

Joan is survived by a large extended family of loving cousins, who fondly embraced her as their “Aunt...

Josephine C. Zampirri

Josephine C. Zampirri

Dec 3, 2024

Josephine C. Zampirri passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 3, 2024. She is the dear daughter of the late Vincent Barbadoro and Celeste (nee Talamo) and devoted wife to the late Dominic C. Zampirri, Sr. 

Josie is the loving mom to her five sons, Anthony (Barb), Vincent (Linda), Dominic C., Jr. (Betty), Joseph (Joanne) and Salvatore (Via). Proud...

Norman Dougherty

Norman Dougherty

Nov 26, 2024

Norman Dougherty passed away on November 26, 2024. Sadly missed by his loving family. 

Norman is the beloved husband of Ethel, devoted dad of Deonna, Jennifer (Carlos), Norman (Karen), Kelly (Albert), Crystal and Shawn. He is the proud Pop Pop of many loving grandchildren, great grandchildren and the brother of Thomas Dougherty.

He was a life-long dedicated Teamster and a hard-working man.

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Linda Graeff

Linda Graeff

Nov 24, 2024



Linda Graeff (née Dence), age 77 of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 24, 2024. 

Linda grew up in Pennypack Woods, where she happily remained all 77 years. She was the daughter of Ed and Bert Dence and lived alongside her six siblings before meeting Tom at 18 and spending 58 years married. Together, they had Tom (Linda),...

Patricia Torres

Patricia Torres

Nov 11, 2024

Our beloved Mother, MomMom, Great-MomMom and Wife, Patricia Torres, passed away on November 11, 2024, after a long brave battle with Alzheimer’s. She was 76.

Born in Philadelphia to the late Daniel and Eleanor Purdy (nee Farrell), Patty graduated from Little Flower, class of 1966. Patty started her career in healthcare working in both respiratory and pulmonary departments at Einstein Hospital....

Anne M. Shay

Anne M. Shay

Nov 8, 2024

Our family lost our North, South, East, and West on November 8, 2024. Anne Marie Shay finished her loving legacy on Earth as she departed for the heaven her faith and God promised.

Faithful companion and wife to Richard J. Shay for 59 years of marriage; devoted and loving mother to Richard and Denise Shay, Robert and Nicole Shay, Anne and...

Joann Snodgrass

Joann Snodgrass

Nov 1, 2024

Joann Snodgrass (nee Margraff), 83, of Philadelphia passed away Wednesday, October 30th 2024 with her loving family by her side. 

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen Margraff. She attended Mastbaum high school and raised her four children in the Wissinoming section of Philadelphia. She loved spending time with family and made the holidays feel...

Constance Scholl

Constance Scholl

Oct 27, 2024

Constance “Connie” Scholl (October 14, 1942- October 27, 2024)

Connie Scholl (Foley) passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024. Daughter of Martin and Ellen Foley (Coakley) and sibling to Joanne McGurk (deceased, Howard, deceased). Connie is survived by her six loving children—Ellen Floyd (Walt), Annmarie McShea (Jimmy), Harvey Scholl (Laurie), Daniel Scholl, David Scholl (Debora), and Rebekah Scholl—as well as eleven...

Louis Averill, Jr.

Louis Averill, Jr.

Oct 26, 2024

Louis J Averill Jr. “Louie” passed away October 26, 2024.

Louie was the dear dad of Ryan And Connor Averill. Sadly missed by his loving mom Peggy Averill Kelly, step dad Jim Kelly “Kel”, sisters Megan Heston (Chris), Katrina Schmidt (Jeremy), nephews and niece Thomas Heston, Bowen and Breena Schmidt. Also survived by four stepbrothers, Jim, Jason, Kevin, Mike and by Patricia...

Frank L. Thompson

Frank L. Thompson

Oct 23, 2024

Frank L. Thompson passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. Husband of Mary Thompson, beloved and devoted father of Anthony (Erin), Nina(Bill), Christopher, Alexandra and Samantha. Affectionately known as Pop to his grandchildren. 

Frank made an amazing career in the Marine Corp and was a recipient of a Purple Heart and many other awards. He worked many years...

Joan Chase

Joan Chase

Oct 3, 2024

Joan A. Chase (nee Lynn) passed peacefully on October 3, 2024.  Beloved mother of Kimberly Rehl (Richard), Edwin Jr (Kelly), Patrick Sr., Michael Sr. (Megan), and Timothy Sr. (Melissa). Adored mom-mom to David Rehl Jr. (Brianna), Joseph Rehl, Kristine (Ryan), Patrick Jr. (Carol), Tyler, Morgan, Isabella, Michael Jr., Timothy Jr, Collin and Aiden. Great Mom-mom to David Rehl III, Raelynn...

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