OBITUARIES
James P. Wrigley
Oct 21, 2026
James Paul Wrigley, of Ambler, formerly of Oreland, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on June 30, 1955, in Philadelphia, Jim lived a life marked by dedication to his work, devotion to his family, and lasting ties to those who knew and loved him.
Jim built a respected career in the field he knew...
Robert Carson
Oct 19, 2026
Robert E Carson (Bob) Born July 20, 1943 and passed away on October 19, 2026 after a long battle with Cancer. He is survived by his wife Barbara (nee Murdock-Wainwright), his two sons, Robert Carson and Michael Wainwright. Bob was preceded in death by his mother Eleanor, and his sister Judy Geller (John). Bob served in the Army from 1963...
Dr. John Albert Susanin
Oct 14, 2026
Dr. John A. Susanin 1935-2026
Dr. John Susanin, 91, of Blue Bell (and formerly Chestnut Hill and Lafayette Hill) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. He was born on May 18,1935 in Palmerton, PA as the fifth of eight children and was a graduate of Stephen S. Palmer High School. He went on to attend Villanova University and was...
Betty Patricia Van Voorthuizen
Oct 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Betty Patricia Van Voorthuizen. (née Derkien Devries)
A woman of extraordinary strength, independence, and unconditional love, Betty Patricia Van Voorthuizen entered God's hands on October 12, 2026, at the age of 95. She left this world peacefully, her loving daughter Lorise by her side, holding her hand. Betty was ready to reunite with the love of her...
Rita S. Giaccio
Oct 4, 2026
Rita S. Giaccio passed away peacefully at 92 years of age, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and many friends who loved her dearly.
Rita enjoyed a long career. She was a buyer of women's clothing for Wanamaker Department Store in center city Philadelphia. After retiring, Rita began a second career with Hershey Company as a sales merchandiser.
Rita had a...
Dolores Turner
Sep 29, 2026
Dolores Elaine (Guinan) Turner, 88, of Ambler, Pennsylvania, went to heaven peacefully on September 29, 2026. Her wonderful life was rooted in faith, family, and a gentle warmth that made people feel welcomed and loved.
Born in Philadelphia on January 7, 1938, to Joseph and Anna Guinan, Dolores grew up in Kensington with her brothers, Joe and Harry, and her sister,...
Donna M. Whitlock
Sep 23, 2026
Donna M. Whitlock
Wyndmoor, PA
Donna Marie Whitlock (nee Galiette) found final peace on Wednesday, September 23 at age 79, after a long illness. Beloved wife of Chuck (Carl, Jr.), devoted mother of son Carl Whitlock III (Jacquelyn), of daughter Katherine Szymanski (Michael), grandmother of May and Campbell Whitlock, and Charlotte Szymanski. Donna is also survived by sisters Joann Cusano (Sonny), Deborah...
John M. Hudson
Sep 18, 2026
John M. Hudson, of Oreland, PA, passed on September 18, 2026. He was 88. He is survived by his sister Elanore Marcil, and his nephews Mark Marcil and Gary Cristaldi. John served in the US Army. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 10:30AM at Holy Martyrs Church, 120 Allison Rd Oreland, PA 19075. Relatives...
Gerald P. Reedy
Sep 15, 2026
Gerald (Jerry) Patrick Reedy of Roxborough and Germantown, born on Christmas Day 1945, passed away on September 15th, 2026, following a lengthy illness. He was the beloved husband or Rosemary Daub. He is also survived by their cherished family members sister-in-law Maureen Reedy, nieces and nephews John Reedy, Karen Reedy, Kathleen Powers, Jeff Powers, Deidre Murphy, Paul Murphy, Brendan Reedy,...
Robert F. McAnespey
Sep 15, 2026
Robert F. “Bob” McAnespey, affectionately known as Bob, Bobby, Bobby Mac, or Mac, passed away on September 15, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on August 28, 1948, Bob grew up in Cheltenham and attended La Salle College High School and La Salle College. He was a proud Oreland resident for nearly 50 years.
He was the beloved husband of...
John P. Holton
Sep 10, 2026
John “Jack” Pearce Harrington Holton passed peacefully on September 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He had spent the past year living with leukemia and often reflected with gratitude that he was among the fortunate ones, well enough to travel, exercise, laugh, and remain deeply connected to the people he loved.
Jack grew up in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, with generational...
Thomas John Burke
Sep 9, 2026
In loving memory of Thomas, who passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2026. Born on July 27, 1945, Norristown, PA, Tom was a cherished son to Isabelle and John. His life's tapestry was woven with threads of love, dedication, and a deep connection to family and friends.
Tom was a devoted husband to Anita, with whom he shared a beautiful marriage...
Irene Pronzato
Sep 8, 2026
Irene C. Pronzato, 100, of Warrington, PA (formerly of Flourtown) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Neshaminy Manor where she had resided for the past two years.
Irene was born in Hazelton, PA on January 30, 1926 to the late Michael and Anna (Medvic) Chabalko. She was preceded in death by her siblings John, Helen Kane, Margaret Welshko...
Carol Marie Martin
Aug 24, 2026
Carol Marie Martin was born on April 8, 1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and passed away on August 24, 2026. She was educated at The Philadelphia High School for Girls, Howard University, and Beaver College. A childhood spent reading to her peers on a North Philadelphia stoop would blossom into a career in education and advocacy in the very same school...
Michael D. Murray
Aug 22, 2026
Michael D. Murray, passed away peacefully at home in Naples, FL, on August 22, 2026.
He was born in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia on September 28, 1943 to the late John F. and Julia (McEntee) Murray. He was a graduate of Cardinal Dougherty High School Class of 1961. He went on to proudly serve in the US Navy from...
Mary Ann Harkin
Aug 8, 2026
Mary Ann Harkin, born in County Sligo, Ireland. Beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many.
Mary met her first husband, Patrick Cavanagh, in Sligo, and they married in Philadelphia. Soon after, while living in Philadelphia, they gave birth to 3 children, Thomas, Patrick, and Deborah. Her husband Patrick died very young, leaving Mary with three young children to care for....
Michael R. O'Neill
Aug 8, 2026
Michael R. O’Neill, cherished husband, father, son, brother and uncle passed away suddenly on August 8, 2026. He was born July 10, 1977, as he often referred to as "the greatest day in the history of the world". He has left an irreplaceable hole in the hearts of all who knew, cherished and loved him.
Michael’s journey began in the warmth...
Joseph Rega
Aug 6, 2026
Joseph John Rega, known throughout his life as Shmoey, Joe, Joey, Dad and PopPop, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at the age of 97.
Born on June 17, 1929, in the Frankford section of Philadelphia, Joe was the son of John Rega and Anna Bijacka Rega, both originally from Ukraine. He grew up on Eadom Street with his older sister,...
Suzanne Hartman
Aug 3, 2026
Suzanne R. Hartman (née Rattigan) of Oreland Pa, passed away peacefully after a 13 month battle with pancreatic cancer, on Monday August 3, 2026. Born on March 2, 1947, Sue was the unconditionally devoted wife of Thomas J. Hartman, Sr. Although Sue lost the love of her life at the age of 51, she never remarried. Instead, she spent the...
Mary M. Maher
Aug 1, 2026
Mary Maher, nee McCann, age 100, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026 surrounded by family at Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA. She was formerly of Oreland, PA and Sea Isle City, NJ.
Mary was born November 21, 1925 in Philadelphia, daughter of the late Helen and John McCann. She was predeceased by her siblings Helen Belza (the late Bob),...
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