OBITUARIES

Ann T. Lunney

Ann T. Lunney

Oct 14, 2021

Ann Teresa (Bell) Lunney entered eternal life on October 14th 2021. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Charles N Lunney and her parents Walter A. Bell and Helen (Youngblood ) Bell. She is survived by her six sons. Charles N. (Renee), Michael J. (Susan) , Andrew T. (Patti Ann ),Brian G.(Jeanne), Richard T. ,and Mark D (Nancy)....

Virginia M. Verrecchia

Virginia M. Verrecchia

Oct 9, 2021

Virginia Maria Verrecchia entered eternal life on October 9, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Josephine and James Verrecchia. She is survived by her sister, Angela, her brother, Jim (Jaime) and his wife, Nancy and nieces and nephews, Stephen and Joseph Verrecchia, Katie Lambert, Mary-Ryan Lambert, J Hunter Lambert, and Suzanne Lambert. Virginia was born and raised...

Richard Berman

Richard Berman

Oct 8, 2021

Richard Berman of Springhouse Estates / Fort Washington passed away on Friday, October 8th, 2021. Richard was born in Philadelphia on July 1, 1943 to parents Robert and Myra Berman. He is predeceased by his parents, his sister Barbara, and his wife of almost 50 years Mary Patricia (nee Vesey). He is survived by his daughter Barbara, nephew Sean Durkin,...

James Raynor

James Raynor

Oct 8, 2021

James Raynor, of Glenolden, PA passed away on Friday October 8, 2021 at the age of 45. Beloved son of James P. Raynor and Candace T. LaMarche. Loving father of Peyton Theresa and James Edward, and their adoptive parents Tricia and Jason Istak. Dear brother of Madeline Watson (B. Julian). Uncle to Jack, Vivienne, and Nyla. He is also survived...

Marie Kocher

Marie Kocher

Oct 7, 2021

Marie Kocher (nee Graber), 67, of Jenkintown, PA, won her battle with Ovarian cancer on October 7th at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, PA on May 7th, 1954. Marie graduated from Cardinal Dougherty high school in 1972 and retired from IMX Medical Management Services after 20 plus years of service...

Walter K. Debes

Walter K. Debes

Oct 3, 2021

Walter K., October 3, 2021, age 89, of Rhawnhurst, PA. Beloved husband of 50 years to the late Adele F. Debes (Holmes). Devoted father of Walter J. (Patricia) and John A. (Lucy). Loving grandfather of Ashley, Erin, Nolan, and Jack. Great-grandfather of Toby. Dear brother of the late William S. (late Rose) and the late Alfred (Joan); loving Uncle to...

Lisa Maipelo Hopkins

Lisa Maipelo Hopkins

Sep 28, 2021

Our beloved daughter, Lisa Maipelo, passed away on September 28th in Philadelphia, PA at the age of 31. She was a devoted and loving mother to Jason John (age 9) and Olivia Lerato (age 8) who were the center of her life. She was active in her children’s lives at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy and community. Lisa was born in Mochudi, Botswana...

Loretta M. Wlotko

Loretta M. Wlotko

Sep 19, 2021

Loretta Maria Wlotko (nee Narewski), of Roxborough, PA passed away Sunday, September 19, 2021 at the age of 74. She was a forever fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, a true animal lover, and the best “Me-mom” to her 6 grandchildren. She was a graduate of John W. Hallahan Roman Catholic Girls High School (66’) She was the beloved wife of...

John T. Coughlin

John T. Coughlin

Sep 12, 2021

John Thomas Coughlin, known to many as Jack, loving husband, father, pop-pop, Scoutmaster, volunteer and general board member at large, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Sunday, September 12, 2021. A man of cheerful service who liked to joke "just one hour a week" while volunteering for activities that served the community through Scouting, John was well...

Alice Mary Edwards

Alice Mary Edwards

Aug 24, 2021

Alice Mary Edwards of Horsham, PA, died unexpectedly on Tuesday August 24th 2021, at the age of 53. Her family are shocked and deeply saddened. Born on the 7th of November 1967 in Philadelphia, PA, Alice lived in Horsham where she worked for many years as a devoted nurse. Alice had the gift of serving others and cared tirelessly for...

Robert J. Mayes

Robert J. Mayes

Aug 22, 2021

Robert (Bob) Jack Mayes, of Collegeville, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 22, 2021, at the age of 77. Bob is survived by his wife of 37 years, Christine Mayes, his daughter Meredith Mayes (wife, Marie), son William Mayes (wife, Debbie), sister Sonya Martin, nephew and niece, Daniel Martin (Louise) and Emily Thomas (Stuart), as well as two granddaughters...

William J. Gehr

William J. Gehr

Aug 20, 2021

William J. Gehr, 72, passed peacefully on Friday, August 20, 2021 in Willow Grove, PA. Bill, as he was called to everyone who knew him, was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Following graduation from North High School in 1968, Bill attended the University of Wisconsin, Superior where he studied communications. While working in Duluth, Minnesota, Bill met Lynn. They married, moved...

Charlotte M. Rafetto

Charlotte M. Rafetto

Aug 18, 2021

Charlotte Meyer Rafetto passed peacefully from this world on Wednesday, August 18th, at Foulkeways retirement home in Gwynedd, Pennsylvania. She was 95 years old. Charlotte leaves behind a legacy of humor, style, hospitality and immense devotion to her friends and family. Her home at 519 Edann Road in Glenside, Pennsylvania was a testament to her flair for interior design and...

Edward V. Carr, Sr.

Edward V. Carr, Sr.

Aug 16, 2021

Edward Vincent Carr Sr., age 91, of Oreland, Pennsylvania, passed away at home on August 16th, 2021. Born on November 27th, 1929, in Philadelphia, PA, Ed was the son of Michael and Catherine Carr, brother to Reverend Michael Carr C.S.Sp, Lawrence Carr, Ceil Carr, and Terrance Carr. Ed lived on Garnet Street and graduated from Roman Catholic High School in...

Mary C. Manley

Mary C. Manley

Aug 13, 2021

Mary Caroline Manley (nee Parker), of Flourtown, PA ,age 91, on August 13, 2021 passed peacefully surrounded by family . Beloved wife the late Edward; loving mother of Theresa Taylor (Jeff), Patricia Manley (Raef), Edward Jr., Jacqueline Whiting (Bruce), Kathy Bacino, Mary Jo Roman, Christopher (Tara), Alison (Bernie) and Stephen (Murray). Devoted grandmother to Chad, Melissa, Stephen, Sarah, Eddie, Taylor,...

Catherine E. Harris

Catherine E. Harris

Aug 9, 2021

Catherine Emma Harris (Buchhalter) of Chalfont, PA passed away Monday, August 9, 2021 at the age of 84. She was a lover of Country music and John Wayne movies. She is survived by her husband of 66 years Robert W. (Bob ) Harris, her sons Bob and Leslie, her grandchildren Wendy, Leslie, Susan, Julie, Dorothy and Bob as well as...

Michael J. McGinley

Michael J. McGinley

Jul 25, 2021

Michael J. McGinley of Collegeville died on July 25,2021. He was 87 years old. He is survived by his wife of 44 years Mary A McGinley. He is survived by his daughter from his first marriage Joann Armentani and her husband Anthony. He is predeceased by his son Michael. He is survived by his sister Theresa Stites of Michigan.He is...

Robert A. O'Hare

Robert A. O'Hare

Jul 25, 2021

Robert Arthur “Bob” O’Hare, 86, of Flourtown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2021, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, during which he was surrounded and supported by his family and friends. Bob was predeceased by his beloved wife of 61 years, Carol Ann (McCloskey) O’Hare, in February 2021, his sister Lillian Niebylski and her husband...

James F. Maguire

James F. Maguire

Jul 20, 2021

James F. Maguire, age 79, formerly of Germantown. Born on December 21, 1941 to the late James and Thelma (Clayton) Maguire. Survived by his sister Arlene (Maguire) Bennis, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sister Miriam Poli (Maguire). Jim was a graduate of Cardinal Dougherty High School and was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. Most of...

Edward O. McGovern

Edward O. McGovern

Jul 10, 2021

Edward O. McGovern, CPA, passed away after a short illness on Saturday, July 20, 2021, age 83. Formerly of Germantown, Philadelphia and Oreland, Pa. Beloved son of the late Frank and Nora McGovern, beloved brother of the late Francis J. McGovern. He is survived by his cousin, Maryann Kelly. Also survived by nieces Tracy McGovern Smith, Tara McGovern Williams and...