Obituaries

Jennifer Barr of Philadelphia, PA., passed away suddenly at the age of 43 on January 1, 2022. Jennifer was born on June 2, 1978 and grew up in the Kensington section of Philadelphia. Her family moved to the neighborhood in 1977 and she played soccer for the Kensington Ramblers which started her many life-long friendships. Her coaches were great mentors...

John J. Adamski, Jr. left this world and went to his final resting place on Wednesday, December 29, 2021. He is survived by the love of his life and best friend, Maryanne O'Malley. He was the son of Anne and the late John Adamski, Sr. and brother of Anne Mary Kluska (Stan), Regina Donnelly (Tom), and Michael Adamski (Lindsay) and...

A couple of days after Christmas 2021, Billy Turner made his final Irish exit. He was barely Irish, but if you saw him on St. Pattys Day you probably wouldve sworn his name was Seamus OConnor. He was a man who never turned down a day to gather with people and celebrate. His departure had no fanfareno long, sad goodbyes....

Katherine Nogowski passed away on December 19, 2021. She is the loving and devoted wife of David for 37 years and beloved mother of Charles. Dear sister of Joseph and William Katelin, and also survived by loving nieces and nephews. She is the sister of the later Theresa and Chucky. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Wednesday December 29th...

Joseph P. Daly passed away on December 22, 2021. Born during the Great Depression, Joe was one of five siblings and lived through World War II and proudly served his country in the Navy during the Korean War on the USS Picking.Joe left the service and married his wife Carol, bought a house, got a job and worked hard as...

Florence Catherine Nitka (Flo), 77, of Huntingdon Valley, PA, passed away in her sleep on December 11, 2021 having spent the last several days surrounded by family and friends. She had a difficult journey controlling her diabetes before ultimately succumbing to complications. Beloved mother of Linda Nitka Perna (Michael), proud Grandmom of Michael and Jayden, dear sister of Mildred Rychlak...

Roberta A. Tremarki (nee Tomlin) 5/13/36 - 12/16/21Saintly wife who tamed the late Louis J. Tremarki Sr.Will be missed dearly by her kitty cat Minnie. Note: we had to list the cat first!Beloved Mother of Marie (David) Mease, Louis Jr. (Virginia), Pasquale and Rosanne William) McAdams.Treasured Grammy of 15 wonderful Grandchildren, and Grammy Girl to 10 precious Great Grandchildren, who...

Diane (Bahr) Rosati of Philadelphia, was born November 12, 1957 and passed away on December 7, 2021. Diane was the daughter of the late George "Buzzy" Bahr and Frances Bahr. She is survived by her partner Patrick Swint and her two children, Denielle Merlino (Nicholas) and Christian Swint, by her three brothers, George (Liz), Joey (Lori) and Michael (Kim). She...

Robert E. Davis, 25, passed away suddenly Tuesday November 30th, 2021. "Robbie" is now joyfully reunited with his Father, Elliot B. Shisler, who passed away in 2008. He is survived by his beloved mother, Nancy J. Davis, his furever cat Snowbird and two half sisters; Diana and Jamie. Robbie grew up in Levittown PA and attended Neshaminy High School. He...

Martin Maggiani, born on November 16, 1955 in Philadelphia Pa. to Lavina & Daniel, peacefully gained his wings on the morning of Saturday, November 27, 2021 with his loving wife by his side. Martin is beloved and survived by his wife Karen & daughter Sandra Sliwinski (Andrew). He was the greatest Pop-pop ever (with mugs & cards to prove it)...

Dorothy Jane "Dot" Dalton, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, cousin, sister, aunt, and much more to those who knew her, passed away on November 23rd, 2021, in the comfort of her own home, in which she had lived for fifty years. Dorothy was born in Philadelphia on June 11th, 1945 to Dorothy Wills and Alford Wills. The oldest of two, and...

Irma Cyrankowski, nee Sylvester, 86, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021. Irma is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward Cyrankowski, her parents, Roy and Pauline Sylvester, and her brother John Wesley Sylvester. She is survived by her sister, Jeanette Seedes, and her eight children, Debbie DeLeo and her husband Bill, Edward Cyrankowski, Linda Seiberlich...

Carmen Quiles, sadly missed by her loving family, passed away November 19, 2021. Her viewing and funeral was held on Saturday. More details for her obituary will follow.

Mauro Maggiani, born on March 10, 1962 in Bristol, Pa passed away in his Bristol Borough home on November 18, 2021. Mauro was a graduate of Frankford High School followed by a career in sales. Mauro loved life and enjoyed living on the river where he often fished and kayaked with his grandchildren. He was a devout fan of all...

James "Jim" Dolan Jr passed away on November 19, 2021. He is survived by his son James Dolan III and his 6 month old bulldog puppy Henry. He also leaves behind 2 sisters, Cynthia Dolan and MaryBeth Foy (Dolan) and her family. Jim spent his career as a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service and in recent years...

In loving memory of Donna G. Knoneborg of Philadelphia who passed away Friday, November 19, 2021. Born October 13,1955 in Philadelphia to the late Mario and Rita Gianangelo. Donna was full of life and loved her family and friends and truly loved being by the water and soaking up the sun. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and...

George J. Keen Jr., passed away on November 7, 2021. Dear son of of the late George J. Keen Sr. and Anna May Theresa Lelionis (nee Sessions).Loving Father of George J. III, (Jennifer Sheffield) and Colleen Patricia Avington (James). Dear brother of Maryann Silbert (Gary) and Toni McTamney (Joe). Sadly missed by his three granddaughters and many nieces and nephews.Predeceased...

John Calvano, of Northeast Philadelphia, passed away on October 19, 2021 at age 42. Beloved son of the late Michael and Elizabeth. Loving brother of Michelle Calvano, Beth Leber (Dave) and the late Michael Calvano. Brother-in-law of Jennifer Calvano. Cherished uncle to Kayla, Maty, Casey and Jack. John was loved by many cousins, family and friends. He was generous, caring...

Thomas Watson, age 62 passed away on October 10, 2021. Tom is survived by his brother Joe Watson (Barbara) and three nieces, and was predeceased by his partner of 20 years Pamela Maile and his sister Barbara Watson. Long time employee of Singer, Inc. and sadly missed by his dear friends Bob Heath and Barbara Solakian. Relatives and friends are...

Vincent (Vinny) Lyons Jr. age 34 of Philadelphia, passed away on October 15th 2021. Vincent was the beloved son of Debra Bruce and the late Vincent Lyons Sr. He is the beloved father to Kaila Adrianna Lyons, beloved brother to Mark, Michael and Marialeina and dearest uncle to his 3 nephews and 7 nieces. Vincent is also survived by many...