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Michael Joseph Jackson

Michael Joseph Jackson

Jan 3, 2019

Michael Joseph Jackson passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 3, 2019, at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center in Pottstown, PA. He was 33. Michael was a resident of Pottstown, PA and he was a talented landscaper who worked in the area. He enjoyed fishing and loved his children very much. Born in Norristown, PA on September 6, 1985, he was...

Elizabeth L. (Weinmann)  Bednar

Elizabeth L. (Weinmann) Bednar

Jan 2, 2019

Elizabeth L. (Weinmann) Bednar passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at Brittany Pointe Estates in Lansdale, PA. She was 79. Mrs. Bednar was a resident of Blue Bell, PA. She earned a Bachelors Degree in Education from Millersville University and worked as a 1st Grade Teacher at Gotwals Elementary School in Norristown, PA. Elizabeth also worked part-time...

Walter Shaffer Place

Walter Shaffer Place

Jan 2, 2019

Walter Shaffer “Bud” Place of Eagleville, Pa. passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. Born Feb. 5, 1941 in Norristown to the late Walter Hallman and Mary Elinor Shaffer Place. He is survived by a sister, Nancy Hommer (Phil); a nephew, Mark Hommer (Sandi); niece, Karen Hommer and many cousins. Bud was home schooled during his...

Lawrence 'Larry' Anthony Donahue

Lawrence 'Larry' Anthony Donahue

Jan 2, 2019

Lawrence Anthony “Larry” Donahue – 88 yrs old Born 12/22/1930 – Deceased 1/2/2019 Survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Dorothy “Dabby” Donahue (nee Burkhardt), Daughter Laurie Donahue Wilburn, Son John Paul Donahue; survived by 2 grandchildren Elizabeth Wilburn and Colin Wilburn; his sister Jane Donahue Gallen; sister-in law Eileen Donahue (nee Duffy); sisters-in-law Pauline Donovan, Amey Richards...

Rose F. (Carfagno) Hitman

Rose F. (Carfagno) Hitman

Jan 1, 2019

Rose F. (Carfagno) Hitman passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 1, 2019. She was 84. Mrs. Hitman was a resident of Norristown, PA. She was an avid bingo player and a faithful Eagles fan. Born in Norristown, PA on January 25, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Fragale) Carfagno. She was the wife of...

Ida Mae Kropf

Ida Mae Kropf

Dec 27, 2018

Ida Mae Kropf Ida Mae Kropf, 100, of Woodbury, NJ, formerly of Philadelphia, passed away Thursday, December 27th, 2018 peacefully, at Manor Care Nursing Home in West Deptford, NJ. Ida was born in Philadelphia, PA on December 22, 1918. She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis H. Kropf, Son, Arthur G. Getrich, daughter, Lily D. Little, a...

Edward J Maginnis

Edward J Maginnis

Dec 24, 2018

MAGINNIS Edward J. Age 86, December 24, 2018 in Audubon , PA. Devoted husband of Christine Meehan; Loving father of Ed (Brent), Dan (Judy) Christine (Brian) and Drew ( Elizabeth ). Proud grandfather of Conor, Kira, Callie, Lauren, Mara, Jade, Kate, Andrew and Erin . He is also survived by his sister Mae Anderson and many loving nieces, nephews...

Anthony J. Delcolombo

Anthony J. Delcolombo

Dec 24, 2018

DelColombo, Tony passed away on Dec. 24, 2018 Dear Father of Diane, Toby, John (Debbie), Franny (Lisa) and Greg (Mary); father in law of Tom Hanna; brother of Mary Bradley: grandfather of 9 and great grandfather of 7. He is preceded in death by his wife, Frances (nee Koziela); a daughter, Mary Ann Hanna a grandson, Justin Hanna and...

Julia L. (Brandi) Barbone

Julia L. (Brandi) Barbone

Dec 24, 2018

Julia L. (Brandi) Barbone passed away peacefully on Monday, December 24, 2018 in Lexington, SC, where she had been living with her daughter. She was 94. Julia was a former resident of King of Prussia, PA. She worked as a crossing guard in the Bridgeport area. Julia was a member of the former Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church...

Charles 'Chubby' E. Obrecht

Charles 'Chubby' E. Obrecht

Dec 23, 2018

Charles E. (Chubby) Obrecht, 81, of Willow Grove, formerly of Elkins Park and Pocono Pines, passed away at his residence on December 23, 2018, surrounded by his family. Charles was born in Philadelphia, PA on April 9, 1937, son of the late Catherine M. (Bohnenberger) and Charles E. Obrecht, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife of 54...

Daria (Hawrylak) Tyshovnytsky

Daria (Hawrylak) Tyshovnytsky

Dec 23, 2018

Daria (Hawrylak) Tyshovnytsky passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 23, 2018, at her residence in Wayne, PA. She was 104. Mrs. Tyshovnytsky was an active member of SS. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Bridgeport, PA. She loved to read and was a retired Library Clerk. Born in Nadvirna, Ukraine on August 23, 1914, she was the daughter...

Victor E. Rainsford

Victor E. Rainsford

Dec 22, 2018

Victor E. Rainsford passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 22nd, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was 96. Mr. Rainsford was defined by his unending devotion to his wife of 72 years, Mary (Coyle) Rainsford, his Catholic faith, and his loving family. Born in Cape May, NJ on August 21, 1922, he was the youngest of 14 children of...

Charles M. Haney, Jr.

Charles M. Haney, Jr.

Dec 21, 2018

Charles M. Haney, Jr., known to friends as "Charlie", passed away on December 21, 2018, at the age of 70. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Linda (Modica); a daughter, Caryn (Bobby); 2 step-children, Renee (Dan) and Rob; 5 grandchildren and 3 step-grandchildren; and a sister, Maryanne. he was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and...

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