Obituaries

Sep 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Carla DiBernardi, age 54, who left us peacefully on September 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Swedesboro, NJ.

Carla was a devoted wife to her beloved husband, Richard DiBernardi, with whom she shared 30 years of love and partnership. Together, they raised two wonderful...

Sep 17, 2025

Gloria M. DeLuca, age 88, a resident of Media, PA, passed away on September 17, 2025, at Riddle Hospital. Gloria was born and raised in South Philadelphia and was a graduate of Maria Goretti Catholic High School. In the 1960's Gloria and her husband Anthony would move to Briarcliffe in Glenolden, PA where they would raise their family. Gloria...

Sep 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Ann Contrisciani, 78, who peacefully passed away on September 14, 2025, at her home in Claymont, DE. Born and raised in Springfield, PA, Carol also resided in Pot-Nets Community of Millsboro, DE. Carol embraced her life's journey surrounded by loving family and friends. Carol's nurturing spirit led her...

Sep 11, 2025

Ashton Ernest Gilmore, Jr., age 86, passed away peacefully at Paoli Hospital on September 11, 2025. Born in Belfast, Maine, on October 24, 1938, Ashton was a man who embraced life with an unwavering spirit and a deep appreciation for learning. He graduated from The High Mowing School in Wilton, NH, where he cultivated a lifelong love for knowledge and...

Sep 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Guy Sileo

Guy Sileo, 92, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, just shy of his 93rd birthday. Surrounded by family in his final moments, he left behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion that touched so many.

Born and raised in Chester, PA, Guy was a proud veteran of...

Sep 11, 2025

Gertrude M. "Trudy" Berman, age 78, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Maris Grove in Glen Mills, PA. Trudy was born in Darby, PA, to her beloved parents, the late Elmer and Catherine Eckman and was a graduate of Springfield High School, Class of 1964. She was a devoted and caring homemaker, raising and nurturing her children...

Sep 10, 2025

Joyce Jacqueline Kerfoot, age 80, passed away on September 10, 2025. A resident of Marcus Hook, PA, Joyce was born and raised in Southwest Philadelphia and attended Shaw Junior High School. She retired from Wawa after years of dedicated work. Joyce loved Elvis Presley and enjoyed Wayne Newton as well. She was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan, enjoyed trips...

Sep 7, 2025

Vinnie Ivan Smith, age 89, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at his home in Folsom, PA. Vinnie was born in Nashua, NH and raised in Dixmont, ME, before settling in Marcus Hook, PA. He was a graduate of Eddystone High School, Class of 1954 and served his nation proudly as a member of the United States Army...

Sep 6, 2025

Matthew Smith, beloved father, husband, son, brother, friend, mentor, coach and educator, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at his home in Hockessin, Delaware following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was 57. Matt's life can be described by five words: family, friends, love, loyalty and dedication. Born in Wilmington, Delaware on...

Sep 6, 2025

John Robert Brong, 77, of Aston, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Naaman's Creek Country Manor Nursing Center. Born in Chester, Pennsylvania, he was a 1966 graduate of Penncrest High School. John went on to further his education at Widener University and honorably served our nation in the United States Navy, during which time he met...

Sep 6, 2025

Richard L. Potter, 83, of Prospect Park passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Riddle Memorial Hospital in Media, Pennsylvania. Born in Wayneboro, Virginia he was a graduate of Chester High School, Chester, PA. Richard honorably served our nation in the United States Army and went on to pursue a career in HVAC working mainly for Chichester School...

Sep 2, 2025

William Carter Jannie Jr., age 64, passed away on September 2nd, 2025 surrounded by love with his family by his side. Bill was born in Pennsylvania and raised in Claymont, DE. He was a 1979 graduate of Claymont High School and became an apprentice welder alongside his Dad at Sun Shipbuilding & Drydock Co. of Chester, PA. Bill soon...

Aug 31, 2025

Richard R. "Rick" Jasper, 78, of Upper Chichester passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Richard was born in Darby, Pennsylvania and formerly resided in both Drexel Hill and Collingdale, Pennsylvania. He honorably served our nation in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War and went on to pursue a career...

Aug 26, 2025

John E. Cardile, age 63, a longtime resident of Wilmington, DE, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. John was born in Chester, PA, raised in Boothwyn, PA, and a graduate of Salesianum School, Class of 1980. John continued his education at Widener University earning a bachelor's degree in accounting. Prior to his retirement, John was an accountant...

Aug 25, 2025

Helen M. Nardone (nee Cannon), age 75, peacefully passed away on August 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Riddle Memorial Hospital. Born in Chester, PA, Helen was a cherished daughter of the late Elwood and Mary Roux Cannon. A proud 1968 graduate of Chester High School, she devoted her life to creating a warm and nurturing home for...

Aug 23, 2025

Virginia "Jinny" Ershaw, age 82, passed away on August 23, 2025.

Born in Philadelphia and raised in Prospect Park, Jinny was a graduate of Notre Dame (Moylan) High School. She lived in Glenolden until 1984, then moved with her husband to Aston, and most recently to Boothwyn in 2008. Jinny devoted more than 20 years to the...

Aug 21, 2025

Eliza N. Flanagan, 93, of Middletown, Delaware passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Harmony at Glasgow Senior living located in Newark, Delaware.

She was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and always maintained a deep appreciation for that region of the state even after moving to the Philadelphia area. Following...

Aug 18, 2025

Sally Rose (née Brazaitis) Harper , age 90, passed away on August 18, 2025. Born and raised in Elizabeth, NJ, Sally earned her nursing degree from Elizabeth General Hospital of Nursing. After marrying, she moved to Wynnewood, PA, and following her retirement she moved to Boothwyn, PA in 2008. Sally devoted more than 30 years to Lankenau Hospital, serving as...

Aug 17, 2025

Dr. Anthony P. Carbo, D.O., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected physician, passed away peacefully at his home on August 17, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Dr. Carbo was raised in Yeadon and later Drexel Hill. His academic journey took him from St. Bernadette Catholic School to St....

Aug 16, 2025

Joan Pasqualine Passaro, age 93, a longtime resident of Brookhaven, PA, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Media, Pa. Joan was born and raised in Chester, PA, and was a Chester High School graduate. For over 30 years Joan was an elementary school teacher, beginning with a brief stint at Our Lady of Peace School in Milmont Park,...