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Janice Viducich
May 17, 2026
Janice Viducich (née Colonese), 89, of Audubon, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 17.
Born June 24, 1936, in Hoboken, New Jersey, to Eleanor and Frank Colonese, Janice graduated from A.J. Demarest High School in 1953 and married John Viducich on May 23, 1959. Together, they raised three daughters.
Janice loved to read (Jane Austen and James Mitchner were...
John Henry Brunken Jr.
May 16, 2026
John Henry Brunken, Jr. was born on September 28, 1931, in Philadelphia. He left this world on May 16, 2026, surrounded by love, at the age of ninety-four. He was the son of John Henry and Mildred Letitia (Carr) Brunken, and one of two children, including his brother, Ted.
Dad elected to be cremated. He will be celebrated alongside Mom, who...
Albert Charles Donal Jr.
May 14, 2026
Al Donal, 89, of Flourtown, PA passed away Thursday May 14, 2026. Al was born on December 6, 1936 in Abington PA, the son of Dorothy Estelle (Hansen) and Albert Charles Donal Sr.
With his larger than life presence, Al will be remembered for being one of a kind having a heart of gold. He never missed a party and always...
Rosa E. Stout
May 13, 2026
Rosa E. Stout, age 76, of Wyncote, PA, formerly a resident of Stratford, NJ for 30 years, passed away on May 13, 2026.
She was the beloved wife of the late William Stout, dear sister-in-law to Paula Fuhrmann (the late Bernhard), James Stout (Bonnie), Martin Stout (Cynthia), Karl Stout (Kathleen), Kenneth Stout (Letitia) and the late Gary Stout. Cherished aunt to...
Heather Ann McKelvey
May 13, 2026
Heather Ann McKelvey, 35, of both Malvern, PA and Huntington Beach, CA passed away on May 13, 2026, at City of Hope Hospital in Duarte, CA.
Born in West Chester, PA on March 7, 1991, Heather as a child was always happy, strong willed, competitive with her older brother and protective of her baby sister. She loved tagging along with her...
Ellen Anne McGee
May 13, 2026
Ellen A. McGee, 53, of Hatboro, PA passed away suddenly on May 13, 2026. Born on March 15, 1973, she was the beloved daughter of Barbara (nee Gallagher) and Paul McGee, Jr.
Ellen was known for her warm heart, caring spirit, and dedication to those she loved. Her passion for hairstyling began when she was a young girl and remained part...
Charles F. Murphy
May 13, 2026
Charles F. Murphy (“Charlie”), 81, of Blue Bell, passed away peacefully on May 13, surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Patty (née Scherer); devoted father of Sean (Pam), Kathleen (Adam), and Brian (Laura); loving brother of Joe, Ed, Jean, and Pat; proud and cherished “Chief” to Kate, Violet, Charlotte, Patrick, and Schuyler; and a treasured uncle...
Bonnie Ziegler
May 12, 2026
Bonnie (Huffman) Ziegler passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at the Meadows at Shannondell in Audubon, PA. She was 96 years old.
Born in Dryfork, WV on August 1, 1929, she was one of ten children to Gordon and Calcie (Harman) Huffman. Bonnie’s family relocated to Hershey, PA and she graduated from Hershey High School. During her time living...
Jason Edward Davidson
May 12, 2026
It’s with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Jason E. Davidson, 46, of Philadelphia, PA who passed away on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026.
Jason was born in Mt. Kisco, NY on November 27, 1979, a son of Joan R. (Comilloni) and Jeffrey Davidson.
Jason grew up in Philadelphia and was a true Philadelphian who loved his city. He would enjoy...
Richard J. Krasowski
May 10, 2026
Richard Joseph Krasowski, affectionately known as “Prez,” passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at the age of 88, after a long battle with cancer.
Born to the late Tessie and Joseph Krasowski, Richard grew up in the Bridesburg section of Philadelphia and later raised his family in the Port Richmond neighborhood, a community he remained deeply connected to throughout his...
Emily Jean Swan
May 6, 2026
Emily Jean Swan, 70, of Bensalem, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Emily was the daughter of the late Glenda Elaine Burt (Arthur “Ed”) and the late Clifford Leon Hill. She was the loving mother of Glynnis Swan Smith (Michael), Edward “Eddie” Swan (Helena), and Chelsea Kpodi (John), and sister of Linda Ree Gaylord (Charles), Betty...
Marianne Murphy Goodson
May 6, 2026
Marianne Goodson, originally from Bensalem, PA, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026.
Born in Abington, PA, she was a beloved daughter of the late Joan (Stengel) and Dennis Cavin, and sister of the late Denise and Michael. Marianne will be remembered for her unique spirit, her passion for creativity, and the lasting impact she made on...
Kathleen S. Straub
May 1, 2026
Kathleen Schell Straub
September 14, 1947 – May 1, 2026
Beloved, adored, and revered matriarch of her family, Kathleen S. Straub, also known as Kathi, Mom, and Mom-Mom, passed into Heaven on Friday evening, May 1, 2026.
Kathi was a resident of Skippack Township (Collegeville) for the past 13 years with her husband, Bill (William G. Straub, Sr.), of 55 years.
Prior to her...
Lisa M. Ronan
Apr 28, 2026
Lisa M. (Swede) Ronan passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at her residence in Hatfield, PA. She was 55.
Lisa was born in Norristown, PA, on December 11, 1970, to the late Teddy F. and Elizabeth “Betty” A. (DeMeno) Swede. She graduated from Plymouth Whitemarsh High School, Class of 1988, and received her Bachelor’s...
Nicholas Timothy Scheponik
Apr 27, 2026
Nicholas “Nick” Timothy Scheponik passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 27, 2026 with family in Phoenixville, PA. He was 67 years old. Nick resided in Dushore, PA at his cabin that he cherished so much. He was a Regional Sales Manager with Siemon Telecommunications Company, where he performed as a top salesman year after year. Nick was born and raised...
Karen Marie Dennison
Apr 26, 2026
Karen Marie Dennison,2nd daughter born to Julius and Frances Cuspud on September 7th 1964, little sister to Julie Ann, and later older sister to two brothers; Christon Julius and Cornel Bryan. Raised in West Philadelphia, Karen was baptized at St. Rose of Lima Parish, where she later attended elementary school until High School. She attended West Catholic Girls High School,...
Gary J Mengle
Apr 26, 2026
Gary J. Mengle, 78, passed away on April 26, 2026, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Anna and Philip Mengle, as well as his sister Phylis. He is survived by his beloved wife, Bobbie; his siblings Bernice and Robert; and his five stepchildren Tracy, Kelly, Stephen, Bryan, and Connie. He was a...
Jill A. McCarthy
Apr 24, 2026
Jill Ann McCarthy, 78, of Bensalem, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Nazareth Hospital.
Jill was born in Philadelphia, PA, on September 9, 1947, the daughter of the late Constance (nee Rogers) and Joseph Bird. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael McCarthy, with whom she is now reunited.
Sister to Pat, Nancy, Ken, Greg, and...
Martha B. Smoczylo
Apr 20, 2026
Martha B. (Nase) Smoczylo passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026 at Bryn Mawr Hospital in Bryn Mawr, PA. She was 71 years old. Martha was a longtime resident of King of Prussia, PA and a member of Sacred Heart Church in Bridgeport, PA. She was a graduate of Bishop Kenrick High School, class of 1972. After high school, Martha...
Bruce John Drzewicki
Apr 18, 2026
Bruce J. Drzewicki passed away peacefully Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Pottstown Hospital, after a long illness. He was 72. Bruce was a resident of Royersford for many years, and a member of St. Eleanor Parish in Collegeville, PA. He was a customer relations specialist at Philadelphia Gas Works. He was the husband of Joanne Ciaccio Drzewicki.
Born on February 17,...
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