All Obituaries

Lucetti Luke Cellini, M.D., age 90, a much loved and respected local family physician for over forty-five years, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.   Dr. Cellini, also known as Doc and Dr. Luke, was truly one of a kind. He had more stories than a library, and more associated “sayings” than any one man should ever have. He never lacked an opinion – on anything – and loved the ensuing debate after a provocative statement....

Rosalyn Jane Santucci (nee Nichols), age 79, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2022, at her home in Upland, PA, with her loving husband Peter by her side. Rosalyn was born in New Jersey and was raised in Chester, PA, she was a graduate of Notre Dame High School in Media, PA. She was retired from Scott Paper Co. Rosalyn was a spiritual warrior for her family and friends. Her enjoyment was helping her family by providing comfort, support, and security. She was PTL president of Upland School...

Hughie John Moore, age 85, a lifetime resident of Upland, PA passed away peacefully on August 4, 2022, surrounded by his family.  He was a graduate of Eddystone High School, where he then went on to work at Ship-N-Shore in Upland until its closing. After which, Hughie then was employed at M&M Restaurant Supply Co. Hughie was a Charter Member of Upland, A.C., where he was an avid softball player and coach for the men's 30 and over league where he won quite a few championships in...

 Naomi E. Barrow, age 93, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on August 2, 2022. A resident of Downingtown for 64 years, she recently moved in with her daughter, Ruth, in Aston, PA. Naomi was raised in Floral Park, NY where she was a graduate of Sewanhaka High School. She graduated from The Mannes Music School, New York, NY, allowing her to play and teach piano. She did office and retail work at times when raising a family was not her primary focus. Naomi was never without...

Ernest DeLieu Steinke, 95, Garnet Valley, PA, passed away on July 30, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Faith Cecile Steinke (Bennett). Loving father of Karen Ruth Steinke, Susan Faith Steinke, and Sarah Lieu Megonigal (David Megonigal). Son of Ernest Reinhold Steinke and Ruth Adele Steinke (Tiffany). Also survived by grandsons Kyle David Megonigal and Luke Ernest Megonigal (Brandi Henry). Ernest (aka Lou) was born in Winona, MN on the same day Charles Lindbergh took off on the first...

Ronald E. "Ron" Sanders a 40 year resident of Aston passed away unexpectedly on July 29,2022. Ron was raised and educated in Upper Darby, PA where he graduated from Upper Darby High School. He owned and operated Answer Real Estate and was a Real Estate Broker for more than 45 years. He had a passion for cars, especially corvettes; he was a member of the CCA (County Corvette Association) for more than 45 years. Ron was a NHRA Drag Racer and was proud to be Crew Chief for his...

Ms. Teodozia "Teddy" Stanczyk, age 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 28, 2022. Ms. Stanczyk was born in Poland, she emigrated to the United States in July of 1951 and settled in Chester, PA. She was a lifelong member of St. Hegwig's Roman Catholic Church, Chester. She was a devoted mother to her beloved children and a self taught seamstress. She loved animals and would care of any stray that came by her door. She worked for Reynolds Springs as a machine operator...

Richard L. Koziol, age 74, passed away on July 27, 2022 at his home in Brookhaven surrounded by his loving family. Rich was born and raised in Chester, PA. Rich moved to Granite City, IL in 1962, attended Granite City High School and was a fullback for the Warriors football team. Teammates nicknamed him the "Pennsylvania Coal Miner". After a semester of college, Rich joined the U.S Air Force from 1968-1972, and was deployed to DaNang Vietnam during his service. After being...

Steven Dennis Gitaitis Seymour, age 73, passed away on July 27, 2022 at his home. Raised in Tinicum Twp., Steve was a 1966 graduate of Ridley Park High School and a 1969 graduate of Temple University. Steven has lived in Glen Mills for the past 45 years. Steven worked for Westinghouse and Copy Serv Inc., but his passion was building homes. Steven owned and operated Steven D. Seymour Builders Inc. He built 28 custom homes over his career throughout Delaware and Chester Counties. Humble and...

Joseph John Brooks, age 74, of Garnet Valley, passed away suddenly on July 27, 2022. Joe was raised in the Gray's Ferry section of Philadelphia and a graduate of St. John Neumann High School. Joe was a Lieutenant with the South Detectives in the Philadelphia Police Department Special Investigation Unit. He retired after 31 years. From there, he worked for 12 years in the Chester County DA's office and was a proud member of FOP Lodge #11. He belonged to the Elks Lodge #1896 of Greater...