John C. "Jack" Ference
Jun 16, 2023
John C. "Jack" Ference passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on June 16, 2023.
Jack was born in Hazelton PA on January 12,1934. He was predeceased by his parents John and Sarah, sister Mary McGlynn, and his beloved wife Joan (DiDonato).
Jack served honorably in the Air Force. While based in Spokane, Washington, Jack...
Joseph P. McGinnis
Jun 16, 2023
Joseph "Joe" P. McGinnis, 86, of Lima, PA passed away on June 16, 2023.
Born in Philadelphia, PA in 1937, he was the son of the late Michael McGinnis from County Donegal, Ireland and Julia (née Mullarkey) McGinnis from County Mayo, Ireland.
He served honorably in the US Army and worked in Collections in the Banking industry.
Joe was a...
Stephen P. Gerry
Jun 14, 2023
It is with great sadness that Stephen P. Gerry, 73, of Downingtown, PA, passed away suddenly on June 14, 2023 in his home.
Steve was the loving father of Amy G. Smith (Barry) of Philadelphia, PA and William D. Gerry (Megan) of Williamsburg, VA and the proud “Pops” of Ethan, Ryan, Sam, Jake and Matthew Smith and Sophia and Jack...
Rev. Dr. Peter B. Doghramji
Jun 14, 2023
Rev. Dr. Peter B. Doghramji, age 93, of Havertown, PA passed away peacefully on June 14, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Born in 1929 in Aleppo, Syria he was the son of the late Pitris & Rosa (née Shekerji) Doghramji.
After his father’s tragic death, Peter was raised by his grandparents in the Armenian Evangelical community of...
Joseph M. Cahill
Jun 14, 2023
Joseph Cahill peacefully passed away on June 14th, after recently being diagnosed with Leukemia. He was 75 years old and a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and devoted golfer.
A first-generation American, Joe was born on August 15, 1947, in Philadelphia, PA to James Joseph Cahill of County Clare, Ireland and Ellen (Nellie) Gallagher Cahill of County Mayo, Ireland, who...
Shirley Anne Vockroth
Jun 13, 2023
Shirley Anne Vockroth, age 76, passed away June 13, 2023. Beloved daughter of the late William Hunter Vockroth and Virginia (nee Shappell) Vockroth.
Shirley is survived by her Uncle Fred Shappell and her cousin Fred Fellenser, as well as many other aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Shirley adored her grandparents and would speak of them often, as much as of her...
George James Conaghan
Jun 13, 2023
George James Conaghan, age 79, of Broomall, PA, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2023.
Born Doorin, County Donegal, Ireland, he was the son of the late Thomas and Frances (née McLaughlin) Conaghan.
George was a long-time member of the Donegal Association of Philadelphia and was part of the Donegal Bowling League. He was an antique and...
Linda M. Deeney
Jun 12, 2023
Linda (née Doyle) Deeney of West Chester, PA passed away on June 12, 2023.
Linda was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA to the late William and Florence (née Grady) Doyle.
Linda earned her education degree at West Chester University and achieved her Masters of Administration at Immaculata University. Linda was a school teacher for over 30 years as well as a...
Scott Joseph Lelli
Jun 12, 2023
Scott Joseph Lelli, age 41, of Springfield, PA, passed away on June 12, 2023.
Scott was the beloved son of Patricia (née Howard) Simpson (Charles) and the late Joseph Lelli; loving brother of Amy Lelli and Michael Lelli (Megan); uncle of Max Lelli and Charlotte Lelli; dear nephew of Elaine (née Howard) Deal (the late Ed), Dorothy (née Howard) McGorry,...
Margaret M. Schalch
Jun 11, 2023
Margaret M. “Penny” Schalch (nee Lineman), age 78, of West Chester, PA, passed away on June 11, 2023.
Born in Philadelphia, PA in 1944, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Alyce (nee Novella) Lineman. Penny won the titles of Miss Pennsylvania 1962 and Mrs. Pennsylvania in 1982.
Penny was the beloved wife of Charles “Chuck” F. Schalch;...
Charles R. "Charlie" Melaragni
Jun 11, 2023
Charlie Melaragni, son of Charles and Charlotte Melaragni, husband to Lena, and father to Geanine, Lena Lyn, and Charles has passed away at the age of 74. On June 11 th , 2023, his family lost their heart, a natural optimist and a mentor to those with the good fortune to know him. His time with us ended too soon,...
Carl Daniel Copeland
Jun 9, 2023
Carl Daniel Copeland, 65, of West Chester, PA, passed away June 9, 2023.
Born November 13, 1957 in Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of the late Robert Wetherill and Seena Mae (nee Hauerbach) Copeland.
Carl was a graduate of The Hill School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania.
Carl was a Bryn Mawr volunteer fireman, he was also a rugby player and...
Robert Joseph Billick
Jun 9, 2023
Robert Joseph “Bob” Billick, 86, of Folsom, Pa passed away on June 9, 2023. He is predeceased by his parents John & Helen (nee Markocki) Billick .
Bob was a proud graduate of St. James High School & Villanova University. He served proudly in the US Army and was a member of St. Matthew Church. Bob was an avid...
John J. Quinn Jr.
Jun 9, 2023
John J. Quinn, Jr, age 75, passed June 9, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, beloved son of the late John J. Quinn, Sr and Florence Marie (nee Hyland) Quinn.
John graduated from West Catholic High School, and then proudly served his country with the United States Marine Corps in the Viet Nam War, where he received the Bronze Star...
Timothy John Gannett
Jun 9, 2023
Timothy J Gannett, 38 of West Chester, PA, passed away June 9, 2023.
Born March 27, 1985 in Kingston , NY, he was a son of Margaret (nee Flynn) Gannett and Bruce Gannett.
Tim had always displayed the ultimate traits of caring and kindness to all around him while being confident and determined. He was selfless and a devoted friend...
John "Jack" Mooney
Jun 9, 2023
John "Jack" Mooney, age 79, of Eddystone, PA, passed away on June 9, 2023. Born in Chester, PA, Jack was the son of the late William and Florence (nee Cassidy) Mooney. Jack is predeceased by his brothers Harry and William Jr. and his sister Kathleen. He is survived by his brother James and his nephews Michael and William. Jack...
Marylyn S. Ward
Jun 8, 2023
Marylyn Stinson Ward of Bala Cynwyd, PA and Avalon, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on June 8, 2023. She was 81 years old.
Born on September 29, 1941, in Philadelphia to the late George Patrick Ward and Mary Stinson Ward, Marylyn is survived by her brother, George Peter Ward, Sr. and his wife Joan Aitken Ward of...
Jennie Elisabeth Maule
Jun 8, 2023
Jennie Elisabeth Maule, nee Giovanna Zappone, 98, of West Grove, Pa., for 60 years a resident of Newtown Square, died Thursday, Jun 8, 2023, at Kendal at Longwood, Kennett Square, Pa., after a brief and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved by her family and friends, she was the daughter of Anthony Zappone and Rosalina Rodia. Jennie was born...
Richard J. Morrow
Jun 8, 2023
Richard “Yank” Joseph Morrow, 95, of West Chester, PA (formerly of Broomall, PA and Annisquam, MA) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on June 8, 2023.
Born and raised in Annisquam, MA, son of the late James T. and Elizabeth F. (née Quinn) Morrow. James originally from Annisquam and known as the towns “Whistling Postman” and the “Village Postman”; and...
Mildred G. Darlington
Jun 7, 2023
Mildred G. Darlington, age 99, of Cape May, NJ, passed away on June 7, 2023. Born in Darby, PA she was the beloved daughter of the late Lewis H. and Emily G. Darlington.
Mildred attended Upper Darby High School and graduated in 1941. After high school, she went on to Bucknell University to receive her Bachelor of Arts in 1945....
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