Obituaries
James “Boots” Ritter
Nov 16, 2025
James Charles “Boots” Ritter
Beloved Father & Proud Grandfather
U.S. Marine Corps Veteran • Union Carpenter • Former Prison Guard • Retired Philadelphia Sheriff
With heavy hearts, we honor the life and legacy of James Charles “Boots” Ritter, a strong, loyal, hardworking man who lived with grit, pride, and love. A true provider, he led with toughness, unwavering devotion, and a Marine’s spirit...
William A. Holmes
Nov 16, 2025
William A. Holmes
William A. Holmes passed away peacefully after a brief illness surrounded by his family on November 16th, 2025 William is survived by his wife of 66 years, Charlene (Halloran), his children Keith (Meg), Kurt (Giovanna). Preceded in death by his beloved son, William, brothers, Robert, Thomas, James, sister Patricia and many nieces and nephews. Grandfather to 9 and...
Veronica Bowers
Nov 8, 2025
Veronica Rita “Ronnie” Bowers, 68, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully of natural causes on November 8, 2025, in her hometown where she was born on May 29, 1957. A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Ronnie lived a life filled with compassion, resilience, and joy. She will be remembered by all who knew her for her unwavering generosity—always willing...
William Witman
Nov 4, 2025
William M. “Billy” Witman, passed away peacefully, surrounded by a room full of love, at Pottstown Memorial Hospital on November 4, 2025.
Billy was a big kid at heart and larger than life—the kind of guy whose towering presence could meet you on any level and charm you with lighthearted laughter and jokes, and that unforgettable “hillbilly” laugh of his that...
Carol Dandridge
Oct 31, 2025
Carol Dandridge passed away on October 31, 2025. She will be missed deeply by her friends and loved ones from her PATH family. All are welcome to her viewing and funeral Thursday November 6th from 9 AM to 10 AM at the McCafferty Sweeney Slabinski Barnes Funerals and Cremations, 2614 Orthodox Street. Funeral Service begins 10 AM. Interment Greenwood Cemetery,...
Patrica Ann Boffa
Oct 19, 2025
Patricia Ann Boffa “Cookie”, 81, passed away on October 19, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Cookie was born and raised in Philadelphia by her loving parents, Lillian and Lou Gallo. She was married to the love of her life, Frank, for 50 years. Together they set roots in Juniata where they raised their children Frank (Rosemary) and Lisa (Brian...
George Cowan
Oct 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of George J. Cowan, 58, of Philadelphia, who left this world far too soon on October 16, 2025. George was a devoted son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.
George is the beloved son of Carol A. Cowan (nee Payne) and the late Daniel F. Cowan, Sr. George...
Robert Broadbent, Sr.
Oct 11, 2025
Robert Jude Broadbent, Sr.
September 14, 1976 – October 11, 2025
Robert Jude Broadbent, Sr., of Philadelphia, passed away at the age of 49.
Born in Philadelphia, he was the beloved son of the late Louis Broadbent and Carol Anderson (née Wible), and the stepson of the late Jack Anderson.
Robert was educated at St. Anne’s School, and in his younger years enjoyed playing...
Russell Hilbert
Oct 4, 2025
Russell Bartholomew Hilbert
February 11, 1948 – October 4, 2025
Husband of the late Karen S. Hilbert (née Cronin).
Beloved father of Russell (Sharon), Gary (April), and Brian (Christine).
Devoted grandfather of Gary Jr., Kiera McMonagle, Eric, Rebecca Torres (Angelo), Russell, Brian Jr., Timothy, and Chloe.
Cherished great-grandfather of Zoe Torres and Elijah Torres.
Son of the late Joseph B. Hilbert and Mary Mock (née Nolan).
Survived...
Glenn Gremmel
Sep 13, 2025
Glenn Gremmel
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Glenn Gremmel on September 13, 2025.
He was the beloved father of Tara L. Gontek (née Gremmel) and her husband Bryan, Glenn Jr. and Laura Gremmel. Cherished brother-in-law of Donna Gremmel (née Rakes). Loving uncle of Renae Gadomski (née Gremmel) and her husband Joe, and their daughters Lacie and...
Deborah Maloney
Sep 11, 2025
Deborah Ann Maloney (nee Mertz), age 67, of Bensalem, PA, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, at Jefferson Torresdale Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Born on November 18, 1957 in Philadelphia to the late Harry Mertz and Dolores Jones, Deborah was the beloved wife of the late John Maloney and a devoted mother to Larry Leister (wife, Jennifer) and Michael...
Leonard Oetzel
Aug 25, 2025
Leonard Michael Oetzel was called home to be with his loving wife Diane Oetzel on Monday August 25, 2025 at the age of 75. He was born in Philadelphia on December 27, 1949 to the late Leonard and Mildred Oetzel. He bravely served our country in the Vietnam war and was a hero to all those who knew him. Lenny...
Frances Tiernan
Aug 17, 2025
Frances Tiernan (nee Fox) passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025 surrounded by her devoted family. Franny was the beloved wife of over 31 years to Joseph Tiernan and the loving mother of Joey Tiernan and Danny Tiernan. Loving daughter of the late Andrew and Frances Fox, dear sister of Anne Selzle (Charles), Andrew Fox, Mary Fox, Joseph Fox,...
Eleanor Dangler
Aug 15, 2025
Eleanor Dangler
On August 15, 2025, we said goodbye to Eleanor Dangler, a beautiful soul whose warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew her. Eleanor’s gentle spirit and caring heart made her a light in the lives of her family, friends, and her cherished PATH family. She will be deeply missed, but the love she shared will live on in countless...
Edward Grove
Aug 5, 2025
Edward Leonard Grove, age 68, of Philadelphia, passed away suddenly at his home August 5, 2025.
Born in Philadelphia to the late Howard and Marion Grove, Ed was a proud graduate of Father Judge High School. He dedicated more than 30 years of his career as plant manager at Adelphia Steel on State Road, where he was well respected until its...
Karen Hilbert
Jul 28, 2025
Karen Suzanne Hilbert (nee Cronin)
March 23, 1949 - July 28, 2025
Karen passed away peacefully surrounded by her devoted family. She is survived by her husband Russell B. Hilbert, sons, Russell (Sharon), Gary (April) and Brian (Christine), grandchildren Gary Jr, Kiera McMonagle, Eric, Rebecca Torres (Angelo), Russell, Brian Jr, Timothy and Chloe,
great grandchildren, Zoe Torres, her parents, Sharon Cronin (nee Anger)...
Peter Supranowicz
Jul 21, 2025
Peter Supranowicz
A beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, Peter Supranowicz passed away surrounded by love. He was the cherished son of the late Peter Supranowicz and Estelle Bernice (Vilius) Supranowicz. Loving brother of Frances Straeffer (Scott) and Stanley Supranowicz (Nancy). Proud uncle to Jennifer Straeffer, Francine Straeffer Lameyer, Kara Supranowicz, and Stanley Supranowicz Jr.
Peter graduated from Bensalem High School in...
Barbara J. Knobbs
Jul 21, 2025
Barbara J. Knobbs (nee Zegarski), age 87, passed away on July 21, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Born in 1937 in Philadelphia, Barbara was the daughter of the late Walter Zegarski and the late Sophia Cendrowski Zegarski, the devoted wife of the late Leonard F. Knobbs for sixty-five years, the loving mother of the late Leonard F. Knobbs Jr. (Mary),...
Thomas Graeff
Jul 16, 2025
Thomas Graeff Sr. died suddenly but peacefully on July 16, 2025, predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Linda Graeff. Earlier in his life, Thomas was an Eagle Scout and particularly active during his childhood. He was honorably discharged from the US Air Force before a successful career at NFL Films as an audio engineer. He later worked at The...
Patricia M. Green
Jul 10, 2025
Patricia M. Green (nee Evans) passed away on July 10, 2025. Devoted wife of the late Glenn, loving mom of Cheryl Gillespie (Dan) and Glenn Green (Tina). Proud Mom-Mom of Laci Gillespie. Also survived by her dear brothers James Evans (Linda), Robert Evans (Kathy), sister in law Linda Ott and many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited...
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