Obituaries

Timothy Spiegle

Timothy Spiegle

Jan 28, 2025

Timothy Spiegle

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Timothy Spiegle. September 21, 1981 - January 28, 2025. A devoted brother, uncle, and friend, Tim will be forever missed by those who knew and loved him. He reunited with his beautiful parents Christine and Robert (Bob) Spiegle. 

A true movie buff, Tim found joy in the magic...

Margaret Emma Negro

Margaret Emma Negro

Jan 27, 2025

On Monday, January 27, Margaret Emma (Morrill) Negro passed away peacefully in her sleep. Margaret was born in Philadelphia on August 7, 1925, to the late Harry Morrill and Louise Kate (Wolf) Morrill. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Ralph Morrill and Ethel (Laisi) Morrill.

In 1952, Margaret married the late John Joseph Negro. Together, they had six...

Ryan Stewart

Ryan Stewart

Jan 25, 2025

Ryan Vincent Stewart

September 15, 1990 – January 25, 2025 

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Ryan Stewart, who left this world far too soon on January 25, 2025, at the age of 34.

Ryan was born on September 15, 1990, and was raised in South Philadelphia. He brought light and joy to many friends and family who affectionately knew him...

Kenneth Cooper

Kenneth Cooper

Jan 24, 2025

Kenneth W. Cooper, 78, of Philadelphia passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025. Born on July 21, 1946, he was a son of the late Phillip and Marjorie (Lindsay) Cooper. 

Kenny was a proud member of the Local 542 Operating Engineers where he operated various equipment and also worked as a roofing contractor for over 30 years. 

Kenny was a big fan...

James Connor, Jr.

James Connor, Jr.

Jan 14, 2025

Jerry (James Gerald) Connor,Jr. sadly passed away at the age of 32 on January 14, 2025. Jerry was the oldest of two children and survived by his father Jerry (James Gerald) Connor, Sr., stepfather Robert “Bob” Dempster, mother Joan Fredell, grandfather William “Pop” Maahs, grandmother Linda “Granny” Maahs, sisters Linda Fredell, Emily “Emmy” Killian, he is the father of three,...

Anand Somalwar

Anand Somalwar

Jan 12, 2025

Anand Somalwar, 76, passed away peacefully at home on January 12, 2025, surrounded by his family.

He was a kind and gentle man who loved a quiet and simple life. He showed incredible strength and resilience in his battle with Parkinson's disease.

Anand is lovingly remembered by his wife, Meera and two children, Meghana and Anup, as well as numerous family members.

In...

MaryAnne Creedon

MaryAnne Creedon

Jan 10, 2025

MaryAnne C. Creedon 

May 6, 1937 - January 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our family matriarch, MaryAnne C. Creedon (Nee Hayes) of North Wildwood, NJ on January 10, 2025, at the age of 87. MaryAnne passed peacefully in her sleep. MaryAnne was born on May 6, 1937 in Philadelphia, PA., to James and Caroline...

Walter M. Brierley

Walter M. Brierley

Jan 9, 2025

Walter M. Brierley, of Sicklerville, NJ, (originally Philadelphia, PA) at the age of 64, died on January 9th, 2025, just as he lived his life, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous fight for a second lung transplant.

Walt was born on June 24th, 1960 in the Kensington section of Philadelphia. The Brierley family moved to Juniata Park in 1974. He...

Mary Helen Butterline-Krupnick

Mary Helen Butterline-Krupnick

Jan 8, 2025

Mary Helen Theresa Butterline-Krupnick 

(April 8th, 1959 - January 8th, 2025)

Mary was born in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia to Dolores [daughter of Mary Jane and Stephen] and Peter [son of Helen and Peter] Butterline. Mary was one of seven children: Peter (MaryAnn), Dolores (Claude), Suzanne (Jim), Sharon (Joe), Mark (Wendy), and Judy (Mark); all of which attended St. Anne’s...

Diane B. O'Donnell

Diane B. O'Donnell

Jan 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Diane B. O'Donnell (Schweitzer) December 22, 1944 – January 6, 2025

Diane B. O'Donnell, lovingly known as Aunt Dee to her many nieces and nephews, passed away on January 6, 2025, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was 80 years old.

Born on December 22, 1944, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Fred and Winifred Schweitzer, Diane was one...

George P. Monahan

George P. Monahan

Dec 31, 2024

George P. Monahan

Jul 17, 1957 - Dec 31, 2024

George P. Monahan passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024 at the age of 67. Born on July 17, 1957 in Philadelphia PA, George lived a life filled with love, laughter and adventure most recently residing in Largo, FL and North Wildwood, NJ. 

George dedicated 37 years of his life to a rewarding...

James “Ferdie” Kauterman

James “Ferdie” Kauterman

Dec 26, 2024

James “Ferdie” Kauterman originally from Juniata Park, passed December 26, 2024.

Survived by his patient wife Dorothy (nee Stasen), his devoted children, Maria Watson (Gary), Stephanie Lash (Mark), James (Katie), and Kate Vessels (Louis), and he is the beloved Grandpop to Nicky, Joseph, Daniel, Sofia, Aubrey Quinn, and soon to be little Louie.  Also survived by his brother Thomas, sister Mary,...

David Usle

David Usle

Dec 17, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Lee Uslé , who departed this life on December 17, 2024 and will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Born on March 22, 1948, to Angelo and Doris, in Philadelphia, where he served as a dedicated Police Officer and Detective for 19 years. David was known for...

Diane E. Welsh

Diane E. Welsh

Dec 11, 2024

Diane E. Welsh, a beloved wife to Frederick, devoted mother to Dawn and Frederick “Ricky” (Crystal), and cherished “Mom Mom” to Joseph, Jenna, and Liam, as well as a cherished sister and doting aunt, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. A true survivor, Diane faced her short, yet fierce battle with cancer...

Joan Liston

Joan Liston

Dec 9, 2024

Joan Liston, affectionately known as “Aunt Joan” to all who loved her, passed away peacefully at her home on December 9, 2024. She was the cherished daughter of the late John and Dorothy (née McCarty) and the devoted sister of the late Thomas.

Joan is survived by a large extended family of loving cousins, who fondly embraced her as their “Aunt...

Josephine C. Zampirri

Josephine C. Zampirri

Dec 3, 2024

Josephine C. Zampirri passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 3, 2024. She is the dear daughter of the late Vincent Barbadoro and Celeste (nee Talamo) and devoted wife to the late Dominic C. Zampirri, Sr. 

Josie is the loving mom to her five sons, Anthony (Barb), Vincent (Linda), Dominic C., Jr. (Betty), Joseph (Joanne) and Salvatore (Via). Proud...

Norman Dougherty

Norman Dougherty

Nov 26, 2024

Norman Dougherty passed away on November 26, 2024. Sadly missed by his loving family. 

Norman is the beloved husband of Ethel, devoted dad of Deonna, Jennifer (Carlos), Norman (Karen), Kelly (Albert), Crystal and Shawn. He is the proud Pop Pop of many loving grandchildren, great grandchildren and the brother of Thomas Dougherty.

He was a life-long dedicated Teamster and a hard-working man.

Relatives...

Linda Graeff

Linda Graeff

Nov 24, 2024



Linda Graeff (née Dence), age 77 of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 24, 2024. 

Linda grew up in Pennypack Woods, where she happily remained all 77 years. She was the daughter of Ed and Bert Dence and lived alongside her six siblings before meeting Tom at 18 and spending 58 years married. Together, they had Tom (Linda),...

Patricia Torres

Patricia Torres

Nov 11, 2024

Our beloved Mother, MomMom, Great-MomMom and Wife, Patricia Torres, passed away on November 11, 2024, after a long brave battle with Alzheimer’s. She was 76.

Born in Philadelphia to the late Daniel and Eleanor Purdy (nee Farrell), Patty graduated from Little Flower, class of 1966. Patty started her career in healthcare working in both respiratory and pulmonary departments at Einstein Hospital....

Anne M. Shay

Anne M. Shay

Nov 8, 2024

Our family lost our North, South, East, and West on November 8, 2024. Anne Marie Shay finished her loving legacy on Earth as she departed for the heaven her faith and God promised.

Faithful companion and wife to Richard J. Shay for 59 years of marriage; devoted and loving mother to Richard and Denise Shay, Robert and Nicole Shay, Anne and...