OBITUARIES
Robert J. Mayes
Aug 22, 2021
Robert (Bob) Jack Mayes, of Collegeville, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 22, 2021, at the age of 77. Bob is survived by his wife of 37 years, Christine Mayes, his daughter Meredith Mayes (wife, Marie), son William Mayes (wife, Debbie), sister Sonya Martin, nephew and niece, Daniel Martin (Louise) and Emily Thomas (Stuart), as well as two granddaughters...
William J. Gehr
Aug 20, 2021
William J. Gehr, 72, passed peacefully on Friday, August 20, 2021 in Willow Grove, PA. Bill, as he was called to everyone who knew him, was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Following graduation from North High School in 1968, Bill attended the University of Wisconsin, Superior where he studied communications. While working in Duluth, Minnesota, Bill met Lynn. They married, moved...
Charlotte M. Rafetto
Aug 18, 2021
Charlotte Meyer Rafetto passed peacefully from this world on Wednesday, August 18th, at Foulkeways retirement home in Gwynedd, Pennsylvania. She was 95 years old. Charlotte leaves behind a legacy of humor, style, hospitality and immense devotion to her friends and family. Her home at 519 Edann Road in Glenside, Pennsylvania was a testament to her flair for interior design and...
Edward V. Carr, Sr.
Aug 16, 2021
Edward Vincent Carr Sr., age 91, of Oreland, Pennsylvania, passed away at home on August 16th, 2021. Born on November 27th, 1929, in Philadelphia, PA, Ed was the son of Michael and Catherine Carr, brother to Reverend Michael Carr C.S.Sp, Lawrence Carr, Ceil Carr, and Terrance Carr. Ed lived on Garnet Street and graduated from Roman Catholic High School in...
Mary C. Manley
Aug 13, 2021
Mary Caroline Manley (nee Parker), of Flourtown, PA ,age 91, on August 13, 2021 passed peacefully surrounded by family . Beloved wife the late Edward; loving mother of Theresa Taylor (Jeff), Patricia Manley (Raef), Edward Jr., Jacqueline Whiting (Bruce), Kathy Bacino, Mary Jo Roman, Christopher (Tara), Alison (Bernie) and Stephen (Murray). Devoted grandmother to Chad, Melissa, Stephen, Sarah, Eddie, Taylor,...
Catherine E. Harris
Aug 9, 2021
Catherine Emma Harris (Buchhalter) of Chalfont, PA passed away Monday, August 9, 2021 at the age of 84. She was a lover of Country music and John Wayne movies. She is survived by her husband of 66 years Robert W. (Bob ) Harris, her sons Bob and Leslie, her grandchildren Wendy, Leslie, Susan, Julie, Dorothy and Bob as well as...
Michael J. McGinley
Jul 25, 2021
Michael J. McGinley of Collegeville died on July 25,2021. He was 87 years old. He is survived by his wife of 44 years Mary A McGinley. He is survived by his daughter from his first marriage Joann Armentani and her husband Anthony. He is predeceased by his son Michael. He is survived by his sister Theresa Stites of Michigan.He is...
Robert A. O'Hare
Jul 25, 2021
Robert Arthur “Bob” O’Hare, 86, of Flourtown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2021, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, during which he was surrounded and supported by his family and friends. Bob was predeceased by his beloved wife of 61 years, Carol Ann (McCloskey) O’Hare, in February 2021, his sister Lillian Niebylski and her husband...
James F. Maguire
Jul 20, 2021
James F. Maguire, age 79, formerly of Germantown. Born on December 21, 1941 to the late James and Thelma (Clayton) Maguire. Survived by his sister Arlene (Maguire) Bennis, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sister Miriam Poli (Maguire). Jim was a graduate of Cardinal Dougherty High School and was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. Most of...
Edward O. McGovern
Jul 10, 2021
Edward O. McGovern, CPA, passed away after a short illness on Saturday, July 20, 2021, age 83. Formerly of Germantown, Philadelphia and Oreland, Pa. Beloved son of the late Frank and Nora McGovern, beloved brother of the late Francis J. McGovern. He is survived by his cousin, Maryann Kelly. Also survived by nieces Tracy McGovern Smith, Tara McGovern Williams and...
Joseph A. Laskowski
Jul 7, 2021
Joseph A. Laskowski, on July 7, 2021. Of Oreland, formerly of Bridesburg. Husband of the late Elizabeth "Libby" Durnin. Father of Amy Fitzmartin (Brian), and Gregory Laskowski (Cindy). Dziadzi of Adam and Tyler. Brother of Nancy Laskowski (Frank Ashmore), Jerry Laskowski (Mary), Connie Martin (Ray Deeley), and Chris Laskowski (Jeana). A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday July 16,...
Patricia Ellen Heenan
Jun 20, 2021
Patricia Ellen Heenan, devoted daughter, beloved sister, and magical aunt to more than 60 nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and nephews, died peacefully surrounded by family on June 20, 2021. Born at the American Airforce Base in Wiesbaden, Germany on July 31, 1952 while her family was stationed overseas, “Pat Ellen” was the fifth child of Edward T. and Jane (Nugent)...
Shawn DiFerdinando
Jun 20, 2021
Shawn Rose DiFerdinando Shawn was the youngest child of nine children born to John A. DiFerdinand and Rose M.(nee Cooney). She is survived by all her siblings: Peter (Cindy nee Christi), Donna Reifsnyder (Jerry deceased), John (Jean nee Lafferty), Paul (Jennifer nee DeStefano), James (Ro nee Chillemi), Thomas, Margaret, and Mary. Shawn is also survived her Aunt Mary, many cousins,...
Marie Rankin
May 25, 2021
Marie Rankin, of Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on May 25, 2021, at the age of 81. Marie was born in Letterkenny, Ireland. At age 16, Marie traveled by boat alone to the United States in search of a life with more opportunity, leaving behind her only brother whom she was separated from as a child. After...
Victor Ragucci
May 20, 2021
Victor Ragucci, on May 20, 2021. Brother of Dominic. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Saturday May 29, 2021 from 10-11AM at St. Vincent de Paul Church 109 E. Price St. Phila., PA 19144. Funeral Mass will follow at 11AM. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cem. In lieu of...
Michael A. McGowan
May 12, 2021
Michael A. McGowan, 60, of Fort Washington, Pa passed away on May 12, 2021 at Chestnut Hill Hospital after a long illness. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend. Michael was preceded in death by his father, John P. McGowan. He is survived by his mother, Marion V. McGowan (nee Latham) and his siblings John (Frances), Peter, Joseph,...
Holden Michael Claudius
May 11, 2021
Holden Michael Claudius The exciting moments of pregnancy have turned to sorrow and heartfelt loss with the death of our baby boy, Holden Michael Claudius on May 11th, 2021. He was preceded in death by: Great-Grandparents: Howard and Deborah Becker. He leaves behind his loving family who will always love him: Parents: Michael and Jessica, Grandparents: Nancy and Joel Scudder,...
Karen M. Sabatini
May 6, 2021
Karen Marie Sabatini, Age 60, of Oreland and Ocean City, on May 6th 2021, at home, surrounded by Family after a valiant and courageous 20 year battle with Breast Cancer. Karen is survived by her loving husband of 34 years Peter A. Nolan, her Daughter Moira and son Kevin. She is also survived by her brothers Albert and James Sabatini,...
Catherine M. Maloney
May 4, 2021
Catherine (Kay) M. (Abromaitis) Maloney, 84, of Oreland, PA, passed away on May 4, 2021 after a long battle with diabetes and recently congestive heart failure. Catherine was born on Dec. 17, 1936 to Dorothy & Constantine Abromaitis in Philadelphia. After graduating from St. Mary’s Academy, she worked for Bell Telephone, Prudential Insurance and Crescent Vending. She is survived by...
Richard Devine
May 4, 2021
Rev. Richard J. Devine C.M. on May 4, 2021. Brother of Mary Lyons. Services and interment will be held privately. Memorial donations may be made to the Congregation of the Mission, 500 E. Chelten Ave Philadelphia, PA 19144.
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