Obituaries

May 30, 2018

Kenneth James Richardson, age 54, a lifelong resident of Upland, passed away suddenly on May 30, 2018. Ken was born and raised in Upland, PA and graduated from St. James Boy's High School in 1982. He was a Union painter with District Council #21. He enjoyed being with his family, the Eagles, the Phillies, high school football games, and...

May 29, 2018

Helen F. Akers, 63 of Millsboro, DE, passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 in Lewes, DE.  Helen was born and raised in Chester, PA where she graduated from Chester High School.  She worked for over 20 years for Mars Electronics as a solderer, making printed circuit boards for everything from vending machines to the U.S. Military.  Helen enjoyed...

May 28, 2018

Mary F. (Cunningham) Milici, age 81, passed away on May 28, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was raised and educated in South Philadelphia and was a longtime resident of Rutledge, PA prior to moving to Bear, DE. Mary was retired from the National Board of Medical Examiners in Philadelphia. She loved spending time in Emerald Isle, NC...

May 27, 2018

Julian "Jule" Watras , 71, passed away on May 27, 2018. Jule was born and raised in Chester, PA before moving to Eddystone, PA. Jule graduated from Chester High School and served in the United States Army. He was a volunteer fireman with the Moyamensing Hook & Ladder Fire Co., and worked for many years as a security guard...

May 26, 2018

Anna (Fusco) Iacono, age 96, passed away on May 26, 2018 at Naamans Creek Country Manor. Anna was born and raised in Chester, PA where she attended Chester High School and was a parishioner at St. Katharine Drexel Church.

She was the daughter of the late Vincent and Theresa (Sciallo) Fusco, wife of the late Lawrence Iacono,...

May 20, 2018

Mary M. Fennell, age 57, passed away suddenly on May 20, 2018 at her home in Brookhaven. She was raised and educated in Chester where she graduated from Notre Dame Girls High School in Moylan, after which she studied at Our Lady of Angels in Aston. Mary was self employed and had worked for DPS, Inc.

She...

May 19, 2018

Francesca Fida, age 87, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on May 19, 2018. She was a longtime resident of Chester and Ridley Township, PA. Francesca was a parishioner of St. Rose of Lima Church in Eddystone.

She was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Caterina (Latassa) Simari, wife of the late Giuseppe...

May 17, 2018

Robert W. Davis, 96, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 17, 2018 with his loving daughter by his side. He was known by his family and friends, simply as "Pop". Born in 1921, the son of the late Michael and Mae Davis, he was raised in Chester, PA, and attended Chester High School.

Robert was...

May 13, 2018

Josephine "Jan" Scuderi Duffy died on Sunday, May 13, 2018, at Friends Village in Woodstown, NJ at age 92. Jan was born in 1925, the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Scuderi. She grew up in South Philadelphia, and was a graduate of Philadelphia High School for Girls and Taylor Business School in Philadelphia. Jan worked for the...

May 9, 2018

Robert B. Filson, Jr., 63, passed away on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at his home in Glen Mills, PA. Bob was born in Chester, PA, raised in the Ridley/Folsom area of Delaware County, PA, and graduated from Ridley High School, class of 1973. Bob retired from the PECO Energy Company after 35 years of employment. Bob was an avid...

May 8, 2018

Ezio "Ed" Tramontina, age 89, passed away peacefully at Sterling Healthcare & Rehabilitation in Media. Born in Udine, Italy, he came to the United States as a young boy and was raised and educated in Philadelphia. He graduated from Bartram High School and attended Villanova University. Most recently Ed was a resident of Aston for the past 45 years....

May 6, 2018

Jeevan P. Chainani, age 68, of Boothwyn, passed away on May 6, 2018 at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. He was born, raised, and educated in Mumbai, India and was a graduate of Manipal Engineering College in Mysore, India. Jeevan was employed as a loan officer for Meridian Bank. He enjoyed traveling, Indian music, Bollywood, football, and...

May 5, 2018

Margaret "Peggy" Borreggine (nee Richardson), age 77, made her peaceful transition into the flow of eternal life at home with her family by her side on May 5, 2018. Peggy was a lifelong resident of Upland, PA and a member of Our Lady of Charity Church. She enjoyed reading and was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan.

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May 3, 2018

Silvano E. Ugrotto, age 78, passed away on May 3, 2018 at his home in Garnet Valley. He was born in Turin, Italy and has resided in Bethel Township since 1978. Silvano was employed by multiple Marine Transportation Companies, retiring from Moran of Philadelphia. He was a parishioner of St. John Fisher Church and was active with their Knights...

May 3, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Marie (Wescott) Crow announces her passing on May 3, 2018 at the age of 77 years. Marie was a devoted mother, grandmother, and sister. She was a true socialite and dedicated friend who was fun, kind, loyal, and always happy to lend a hand or host a celebration. She volunteered...

May 2, 2018

Thomas Leslie Morrison, Jr., 56 of Chadds Ford, PA, died at home on Tuesday, May 1, 2018. Tom was born and raised in Chester, PA. He attended Widener University after graduating from The Christian Academy in Media, PA, and every year since, has been listed in the paper as a member of the 1000 Point Scorer Club. Since 1990,...

Apr 28, 2018

Philomena Marie "Mena" Trasatti, age 58, died April 28, 2018 at Crozer Chester Medical Center. Mena was born in Chester, raised in Parkside, attended St Hedwig's parochial school, and graduated from Sun Valley High School in 1977. Mena was recently living in Brookhaven for the past 8 years.

Mena worked for Fair Acres, Hechenger's Hardware, and was...

Apr 25, 2018

Frances T. "Fran" Freeberry (NEE DeLorenzo) age 72, died April 25th, 2018 at her home. She passed peacefully surrounded by her loving and devoted family. Raised in Holmes, PA, Fran graduated from Ridley High School class of 1963. She moved to Norwood where she raised her family and resided until 2008 when she moved to Garnet Valley.

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Apr 25, 2018

Frank T. Marzolla, 83, of Wallingford, PA, passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Frank was born in Chester, PA, and graduated from St. James High School and La Salle University. Frank was a retired school teacher and part-time bartender, a member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, and a veteran of the United States...

Apr 24, 2018

Frederick A. Franks, Jr., age 73, passed April 24, 2018

VISITATION: Friends may call Monday from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm  at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home Ltd., 5980 Chichester Ave., Aston, PA.

Funeral Service: Monday at 7:30 pm at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home Ltd.

BURIAL: Private at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington....