OBITUARIES
David Bertrand
May 9, 2025
David was born in Dallas, Texas on Nov 13, 1948. Preceding him in death were his parents, Robert and Sarah Bertrand, his sister, Martha Ann Bertrand, and brother-in-law David Stanulonis. He leaves behind Joyce, his wife of 47 years, his children, Robert Bertrand (Adrian), Rebecca Robinson (Aidan), and Sarah Olmstead (Corey), grandchildren Nolan, Molly and Claire Robinson and Holden and...
Jennifer Elizabeth Murray
Apr 28, 2025
Jennifer Elizabeth Murray, born on June 14, 1975, in Camden, NJ, passed away on April 28, 2025. She was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, whose spirit will be missed by all who knew her. Jennifer was the cherished daughter of Mary Kay Murray and is survived by her sister, Kate Murray, and brother-in-law, Brian Kucer. She took great joy...
Michael F. McCusker
Apr 26, 2025
Michael Francis McCusker passed away on April 26, 2025 at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. He was 73 years old.
Mike was the only child of the late Margaret C. (nee Marlow) and Andrew T. McCusker.
Born and raised in Oreland, PA, Mike attended Holy Martyrs School, Bishop McDevitt High School, and Temple University.
After graduating from Bishop McDevitt in 1969, Mike proudly...
Joseph Michael Cafferky
Apr 24, 2025
Joseph Michael Cafferky, born on May 17, 1941, in Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He dedicated his life to the field of religious education, first in publishing with Brown Publishing Company and later inspiring students during his tenure at Notre Dame High School in Lawrenceville, NJ. Having been a...
Larry Leo Turner
Apr 22, 2025
Larry Leo Turner, Esq., a devoted father and distinguished attorney, passed away on April 22, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on September 17, 1959 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina to parents Emma Louise Turner and Willie Turner, he is survived by his loving spouse, Cynthia Turner; four children: Hillary Redmond (Charles II), Nicholas Turner, Alexander Turner, and Grace...
Mitchell R. Owen
Apr 20, 2025
In the early morning of Easter Sunday, Mitchell Owen passed away, April 20, 2025, at age 66 in his home in Flourtown, PA. Born August 17, 1958, in Nyack, NY, Mitch was the eldest of his family of origin, then came his brother Kevin Owen and sister Shari Owen. As life would happen the family expanded to include Jennifer (Owen)...
Dawn Arlene Cadwell
Apr 15, 2025
Dawn Cadwell (nee Weierbach) of Lower Gwynedd passed away suddenly on April 15, 2025 after a lengthy illness. Dawn was born on December 11, 1948. She graduated from Abington High School and went on to attend college at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, Georgia where her lifelong love of being in the mountains began.
Dawn is preceded in death by her...
Margaret Mary Soglia
Apr 12, 2025
Margaret Soglia (nee McCulla) (91) passed away on April 12, 2025, after a long illness at her home in Flourtown. She was born on February 6, 1934, to Mary (nee Cunningham) and Walter McCulla in Philadelphia. She was predeceased by her husband of 41 years, Alfonso P. Soglia. She is predeceased by her twin sister, Alice Finney, her brother Joseph...
Rev. Stephen P. Trzecieski C.M.
Apr 11, 2025
Rev. Stephen P. Trzecieski, C.M., passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025. He is survived by his sister Bernadette. He was predeceased by his brothers John, Bro. Eugene and his sister Theresa.
Ordained in 1960, for the Eastern Province of the Congregation of the mission (Vincentians) Fr. Steve spent his sixty-four years of priesthood serving in varied ministries including the formation...
William J. Ferraro
Mar 24, 2025
William J. Ferraro, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Philadelphia, PA, on October 22, 1951, Bill was a lifelong resident of the area and a true Philadelphia sports fan, with a deep love for the Phillies and Eagles.
Bill was the devoted husband of Carmen. He is...
Dennis M. Coll
Mar 23, 2025
Dennis Maurice Coll, 77, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, in his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. Born on December 1, 1947, to Joseph and Marguerite Coll, Dennis developed a profound love for learning and history.
A graduate of Germantown High School (Class of 1965), Dennis earned his Bachelor's Degree from La Salle University. He began his career at General Electric's...
Michael J. Crommie
Mar 17, 2025
Michael J. Crommie, 85, of Flourtown PA, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025 after a courageous 30 year battle with Parkinson's Disease. Michael was the beloved husband of the late Vera Crommie, loving father to Michelle (Kenneth) and proud grandfather to Connor, Michael and Julia.
Michael was born November 7, 1939 and grew up in the Swampoodle neighborhood of North...
George B. Hartley, Jr.
Mar 8, 2025
George B. Hartley, Jr., age 96, of Port St. Lucie, FL, and formerly of Oreland, PA, died on March 8, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Loretta Seward Hartley.
He is survived by his children, George 3rd (Patricia), Lori, Robert, Thomas, Victor, and John, eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 31,...
Alfred "Al" Osvaldo Puntel
Mar 5, 2025
In the early morning of Ash Wednesday 2025, Alfred Osvaldo (“Al”) Puntel, 73, passed into God’s loving embrace, after living with Parkinson's Disease for many years. A devoted husband, father, teacher, and friend, Al leaves behind a legacy of overflowing love and unwavering faith.
Al was the only child of Italian immigrant parents and spoke two dialects of Italian at home...
Barbara L. Cawley
Mar 5, 2025
On Wednesday, March 5th, surrounded by her family in Wyndmoor PA, Barbara L. Cawley was called home to God. Barbara was born on January 27th, 1939 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of Charles and Dora Cerino.
Barbara moved to Chestnut Hill with her family when she was very young and remained in the area her entire life. She attended Our Mother...
Henry W. Heyser, Jr.
Feb 28, 2025
Henry W. "Chip" Heyser, Jr., 82, of Dresher, PA, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Born on February 24, 1943, in Abington, PA, Chip was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who found great joy in his family.
Chip was predeceased by his parents, Dorothy and Henry W. Heyser, Sr....
Francis W. Peszka, Jr.
Feb 15, 2025
Francis W. Peszka, Jr., (“Frank” “Skip”) of Erdenheim PA passed away at the age of 83 on February 15, 2025 in the comfort of his home with his beloved wife, Carol (Gunther) by his side, as he wished. In addition to Carol, Frank loved sharing life with his loving children and their spouses: Laura and Scott Gibble, Christopher and Valerie...
Frances E. Ryan
Feb 11, 2025
Frances E. Ryan passed peacefully surrounded by family on February 11, 2025, at the age of 95.
Fran was a Philadelphia school teacher and then an Attorney at Dechert. An avid traveler, Fran delighted in all this world had to offer, always appreciating a good meal, music and opera, and a good book. She loved to explore new cultures and languages...
Jane M. Trautwein
Jan 30, 2025
Jane Marie Trautwein
With deep love and gratitude, we share the loss of our beloved mother, Jane Marie Trautwein, who passed peacefully at home on January 30, 2025, at the age of 94, surrounded by her family.
Jane was born to the late John and Mary Cligget and raised in the Kensington section of Philadelphia, the youngest of six cherished siblings. She...
Kevin J. O'Rourke
Jan 29, 2025
Kevin J. O'Rourke, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and dedicated member of his community, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on June 24, 1948, in Philadelphia, PA, Kevin was a proud resident of Flourtown, PA. He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of...
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