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John M. Mycek

John M. Mycek

Jul 5, 2021

John M. Mycek passed away peacefully on July 5, 2021, surrounded by his family at his home in King of Prussia. Born in Bryn Mawr on August 3, 1951, he was a son of the late John S. and Mary Rita (Esposto) Mycek. Surviving is his loving family: his wife, Christine “Chris” Novelli, daughter, Lauren Novelli (Thomas) Melcher, granddaughter,...

Mary  Helen Murphy

Mary Helen Murphy

Jul 4, 2021

Mary Helen Murphy age 78 of Bensalem passed away at home on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Born in Germany to the late Dmytro and Katrina Wojtiw. Mary is survived by her husband, Barry Murphy, a brother, Louis Wojtiw, a sister, Stephany McAlinden and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 9 to...

Barbara J Thompson

Barbara J Thompson

Jul 4, 2021

Barbara J. Thompson age 90 of King of Prussia passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family. She was born in Philadelphia on September 20, 1930 to the late Dr. Robert and Katharine Wiltbank. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Rankin N. Thompson, a son, Richard N. Thompson and 2 heavenly great grandchildren. Barbara was...

Theresa H. Samanns

Theresa H. Samanns

Jul 2, 2021

Theresa H. Samanns, 91, of Tacony in Philadelphia, passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021 at Nazareth Hospital. Theresa was born in the Bridesburg section of Philadelphia, PA on July 10, 1929, daughter of the late Blanche (Wisniewski) and William E. Gorman. She was a loving sister to the late Josephine McAnally, Stella Czerniak, Anne Lehr, Loretta Hart, Catherine...

Francis A. "Frank" Miller

Francis A. "Frank" Miller

Jul 2, 2021

Francis Allen “Frank” Miller Jr. passed away peacefully on Friday, July 2, 2021 at his residence in Bridgeport, PA. He was 74. Mr. Miller was a disabled vet who proudly served his country during the Vietnam Era in both the US Army and the Marine Corps. Frank earned numerous medals as well as three Purple Hearts. He was a...

Joan Elaine  Clay

Joan Elaine Clay

Jul 2, 2021

Joan Elaine Clay, 77, of Trooper, PA, passed away on Friday, July 2nd, 2021 at her residence while in the company of her loving family. Joan was born in Norristown, PA on February 13, 1944, a daughter of the late Sally Mae (Grater) and Abram P. Beswick. She was the Beloved wife of the late Thomas F., Loving mother...

Maureen R. Graul

Maureen R. Graul

Jun 28, 2021

Maureen R. Graul, 80, of Elkins Park, PA passed away Monday, June 28, 2021 at Abington Memorial Hospital. Maureen was born in Philadelphia, PA on March 27, 1941, a daughter of the late Veronica M. (Brimmer) and Maurice V. Donahue. Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Graul. Loving mother of Robert (Cindy) and Colleen "Hubby" Ryan (Rich). Grammy...

Jennifer Marie Holmwood

Jennifer Marie Holmwood

Jun 27, 2021

On Sunday, June 27, 2021 Jennifer Marie Holmwood (Russo) passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 38. Jennifer was born to James Morley Holmwood III and Janice Lockner (Holmwood-Dant) on March 15, 1983 in Drexel, PA. She was preceded in death by her father James Holmwood III. She is survived by her husband, Joey Russo; her...

Joseph E. Arbeiter

Joseph E. Arbeiter

Jun 26, 2021

Joseph E. Arbeiter, 73, of Bensalem, PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at his home surrounded by friends and family. Joseph was born in Philadelphia, PA on May 7, 1948, a son of the late Mary (Harding) and Joseph B. Arbeiter. He was the beloved husband of Marguerite Arbeiter (Dillon) of 48 years. Loving father of...

Ruth E. Deiss

Ruth E. Deiss

Jun 26, 2021

Ruth E. (DeVaney) Deiss, a homemaker, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at her daughter’s home in King of Prussia, PA. She was 105. Mrs. Deiss was a resident of Bryn Mawr, PA. She was a member of St. James United Church of Christ in Havertown, PA. Born in Philadelphia, PA on October 3, 1915, she was...

Edward Hagelgans Jr.

Edward Hagelgans Jr.

Jun 25, 2021

Edward Hagelgans, Jr. of Audubon, PA passed away on June 25, 2021 at the age of 93 after a long illness. He formerly lived in Chesterbrook and Newtown Square. Born in Baltimore, he graduated from Baltimore Polytechnic High School and then joined the US Navy and served on the USS New Jersey. He then attended Purdue University and earned...

Christine M. Demetris

Christine M. Demetris

Jun 24, 2021

Christine M. Demetris, 68, passed away suddenly in her sleep at her home in San Diego, CA. She was born in Norristown, PA on September 3, 1952. Christine was a daughter of the late Julia (Chale) and John Demetris. She is survived by her sister, Dr. Mary Anne Del Collo and her husband, William of Upper Gwynedd, PA; three...

Ronald W. Carey

Ronald W. Carey

Jun 21, 2021

Mr. Ronald W. Carey, 80, of Barto, PA and formerly of Philadelphia passed away Monday, June 21, 2021 peacefully at his residence. Ronald was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 26, 1941, a son of the late Doris (Smith) and James Carey. He was a graduate of Father Judge HS and LaSalle University and served faithfully as a Philadelphia...

Ellen Marie Panaro

Ellen Marie Panaro

Jun 20, 2021

Ellen Marie (Brennan) Panaro passed away on June 20, 2021 at her home of 60 years in King of Prussia, PA. She was 89 years young. She was born in Scranton, PA to Joseph Brennan and Katherine Durkin Brennan in the era of the Great Depression. She was one of seven children growing up in a three-bedroom, one bathroom...

St. Leo The Great Roman Catholic Church

St. Leo The Great Roman Catholic Church

Jun 19, 2021

The Memorial Mass for St. Leo's Live stream ran into difficulties. Please go to Walter J. Meyers Facebook page to search for a few different videos. We apologize for the live streaming problems we experienced. The Mass was set for Saturday June 19, 2021 at 11 AM You can also click on the two different links on this page....

Beatrice "Bea" Hefferan

Beatrice "Bea" Hefferan

Jun 19, 2021

Beatrice “Bea” (Martin) Hefferan passed away on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at Reading Hospital in Reading, PA. She was 87. Bea was a resident of Royersford, PA and formerly of King of Prussia, PA. She was a member of Mother of Divine Providence Church in King of Prussia, PA for many years. Born in Halifax County, NC in the...

Edward F Spencer

Edward F Spencer

Jun 17, 2021

Edward F. Spencer, 93, of Fort Washington, PA, formerly of Jenkintown, passed away Thursday, June 17th, 2021, at Fort Washington Estates, in Montgomery County. Edward was born in Reading, PA on November 23, 1927, a son of the late Roselen (Nangle) and Edward A. Spencer. He was the widower of Mary K. (Keller) Spencer. Ed was a graduate of...

Robert Charles Waldron, Jr.

Robert Charles Waldron, Jr.

Jun 14, 2021

Robert Charles (Bobby) Waldron, Jr., 48, of Bensalem, PA, passed away Monday, June 14th, 2021 peacefully. Robert was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 19, 1973, a son of Rosemarie A. (McGarrigle) Waldron, of Bensalem, PA and the late Robert Charles Waldron, Sr. Bob loved fishing, crabbing, swimming, and watching deer and the Seashore in the summertime. Bobby was...

Roberta C. Mcgee

Roberta C. Mcgee

Jun 13, 2021

Roberta R. (Gruninger) McGee passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at Powerback Rehab in Phoenixville, PA. She was 85. Mrs. McGee was a resident of Bridgeport, PA. She worked as an I.T. professional for DLL Financial Services for over 25 years. Roberta was a member of SS. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church and a former member...

Barbara J. Byrne

Barbara J. Byrne

Jun 12, 2021

BARBARA JEAN BYRNE passed away on June 12, 2021, at Presbyterian Hospital in Queens, New York. She was 68. Miss Byrne was born in Warminster, PA, and resided in Queens, NY. Barbara was the daughter of the late Marie Day Byrne and Patrick J. Byrne. She is survived by her sister Elaine, her brothers Patrick (Lisa) and Michael (Sandy),...

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