Obituaries

Jason Hickey

Jason Hickey

Mar 29, 2024

Jason A. Hickey, age 44, passed away peacefully at his home on Good Friday, March 29, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born and raised in Upland and was the son of Arthur and Robin (nee Buckalew) Hickey. Jason graduated from Monsignor Bonner High School, class of 1997, and went on to earn his BFA in...

Audrey Lee Murphy

Audrey Lee Murphy

Mar 27, 2024

Audrey Lee Murphy, age 87, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024. Audrey was born in Boothwyn and was raised and educated in Linwood where she has been a lifelong resident. Audrey was a 1954 graduate of Chichester High School, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education in 1958. Audrey went on to earn her Masters Degree...

Lorraine G. (Nelson)  Weikel

Lorraine G. (Nelson) Weikel

Mar 26, 2024

Lorraine 'Rain' Gail Weikel, 63, of Glen Mills, PA passed away at her residence surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, March 26th, 2024. Born in Chester and raised in Brookhaven, PA, she was the daughter of the late Carl W. Nelson, Sr., and Winifred P. (Clark) Nelson. She was the beloved wife of Joseph Samuel Weikel, with whom...

Linda A. Della Rocca

Linda A. Della Rocca

Mar 23, 2024

Linda Della Rocca, age 70, passed away on March 23, 2024, in Philadelphia, PA. Born and raised in South Philadelphia, Linda began her educational journey at South Philadelphia High School before graduating from Ridley High School in 1970. She then went on to study at Philadelphia College of Textiles & Science. Throughout her life, Linda remained a devoted resident...

Helen B. (Rost)  Dabundo

Helen B. (Rost) Dabundo

Mar 23, 2024

Helen B. Dabundo, 89, of Glen Mills passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Clement Rost and Mary (Loscalzo) Rost. She was the beloved wife of Frank Dabundo, with whom she shared 69 years of marriage. Helen enjoyed vacationing at the Jersey Shore, traveling...

David Leszczynski

David Leszczynski

Mar 9, 2024

David Leszczynski, age 65, a longtime resident of Marcus Hook, PA, passed away on March 9, 2024. Dave was born and raised Catholic, in Chester, PA, before moving to Ogden, PA, and attending Chichester High School. He worked for many years as a carpenter, working on and building homes and businesses in the Chichester area. Dave had recently retired...

Robert Wilson Hurd

Robert Wilson Hurd

Mar 9, 2024

Robert W. Hurd, 81, of Garnet Valley passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Luther Hurd and Mae (Wilson) Hurd. He was the beloved husband of the late Kathleen M. (Hering) Hurd, who passed in 2003. He was the proud father...

Sheila Haggerty

Sheila Haggerty

Mar 8, 2024

Sheila McGinn Haggerty, age 83, an 18 year resident of Glen Mills, PA, passed away on March 8, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones following a long illness. Sheila was born and raised in Havertown, PA, and was a graduate of Haverford High School. She went on to attend and graduate from Misericordia Hospital School of Nursing. After a...

Michael J Carbonara

Michael J Carbonara

Mar 7, 2024

Michael J. Carbonara, age 94, a longtime resident of Media, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born and raised in Southwest Philadelphia, and was a graduate of John Bartram High School. He served his nation proudly as a member of the United States Navy. After a long career Michael retired...

Rita Bloomingdale

Rita Bloomingdale

Mar 5, 2024

Rita Bloomingdale, age 76, passed away on March 5, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion. Born in Philadelphia and raised in Collingdale, PA, Rita was a proud graduate of Archbishop Prendergast High School, class of 1965. Rita settled in Aldan, PA and dedicated her life to raising her family. For over three decades, she served with...

Regina (Rumford)  Czarnota

Regina (Rumford) Czarnota

Mar 3, 2024

With tears of sadness the family of Regina (Jeannie) Czarnota announces her passing on Sunday March 3, 2024, just a few weeks shy of her 96th birthday. Jeannie passed away surrounded by her family and caregivers after a long struggle with dementia. Jeannie was born, raised, educated, and married in Chester, Pa., where she resided until her move over...

James Griffiths Southwell

James Griffiths Southwell

Feb 29, 2024

James "Jim" Southwell, aged 91, peacefully passed away on February 29, 2024. Originally from Arden, DE, Jim spent his later years in Wilmington, DE. He dedicated many years as a bookkeeper for Shaw Company until its closure. Jim held a deep passion for the Boston Red Sox, remaining a loyal fan throughout his life. Known for his warmth and...

Evelyn Crawford

Evelyn Crawford

Feb 23, 2024

Evelyn Crawford "Lynne", age 88, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on February 23, 2024. Born and raised in Clifton Heights, Lynne was a graduate of Clifton Heights High School. For over the last decade, Lynne called Glen Mills, PA, her home and was a parishioner of St. Thomas the Apostle Church. She dedicated over 30...

Susan (Dreyer)  Mccormick

Susan (Dreyer) Mccormick

Feb 16, 2024

Susan McCormick (nee Dreyer), age 70, a resident of Garnet Valley, PA, formerly of Springfield, PA, passed away on February 16, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Sue was raised in Sharon Hill, PA, and was a graduate of Archbishop Prendergast High School and St. Francis University in Loretto, PA. Sue worked for many years as an elementary school...

Zafir Boroughs

Zafir Boroughs

Feb 15, 2024

Zafir R. Boroughs, age 40, passed away on February 15, 2024. Zafir was raised in Wallingford, PA and most recently lived in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Zafir is predeceased by his siblings Rudee L. Boroughs and Stephen D. Boroughs Survivors: His loving parents: Thomas "Randy" and Deborah Boroughs, his siblings: Jonathan L. Boroughs (Taffy), Thomas R. Boroughs, Jr (Amy), Adam...

Carole Cacciatore

Carole Cacciatore

Feb 14, 2024

Carole Cacciatore, age 79, passed away suddenly on February 14,2024 at Riddle Hospital in Media, PA. Carole was born in Chester, PA on November 14, 1944, and grew up in Woodlyn, PA. Carole spent many years working for the County of Delaware as a secretary and retired from Fair Acres. Carole enjoyed spending time with her family. She especially loved...

Carey Lee Tripler

Carey Lee Tripler

Feb 13, 2024

Carey Lee Tripler, age 85, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2024 at Riddle Hospital in Media, PA. Carey was born in Philadelphia, PA on December 13, 1938. Carey enjoyed spending time with his family and especially liked time at the Jersey shore back in the 60's & 70's. From riding waves to sailing kites then catching the rides...

Joseph Anthony Bender

Joseph Anthony Bender

Feb 12, 2024

Joseph Anthony Bender, "Joey," passed away on February 12, 2024, at the age of 32. Joey was born in Chester and raised in Aston, PA, he was a graduate of Sun Valley High School, class of 2009. In high school, Joey's athletic prowess shone brightly as he played both football and lacrosse, but it was football that captured his...

William J. Miller

William J. Miller

Feb 10, 2024

William J. Miller "Bill", age 60, passed away on February 10, 2024. Raised in northeast Philadelphia, Bill graduated from Northeast High School in 1982. For over 25 years, Bill dedicated himself to Greyco in Trevose, PA, where he served as a skilled mechanic. His commitment and expertise left an indelible mark on his colleagues and the company alike. Bill was...

Victor R. (Gentile)  Gentile

Victor R. (Gentile) Gentile

Feb 10, 2024

Victor Robert Gentile, age 90, a resident of Garnet Valley, PA passed away on February 10, 2024 surrounded by his family at his home. Victor was raised and educated in Eddystone, PA where he graduated from St. Rose of Lima Parochial school. He was a graduate of St. James High School in Chester, PA. While working for Scott Paper,...