OBITUARIES

Brendan Lafferty

Brendan Lafferty

Aug 4, 2018

Brendan Lafferty was an uncle. His niece, Alma, and nephew, Pablo, would jump into his arms the instant they saw him, eager for hours of attention. He was a friend. “I felt like we always had this bond,” said Christian Barlow, who met Brendan at St. Joseph’s Prep and remained his close friend. “He had that effect on a lot...

Dorothy H. McGoldrick

Dorothy H. McGoldrick

Jul 13, 2018

Dorothy H. McGoldrick, of Bethlehem Village in Flourtown, formerly of Germantown, on July 13, 2018.  Dorothy is survived by her nieces, nephews, family and friends.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday July 19, 2018 from 9-10AM at St. Genevieve Church 1225 Bethlehem Pike Flourtown, PA 19031.  Funeral Mass will follow at 10AM.  Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre...

Joanne Malatesta Davidoff

Joanne Malatesta Davidoff

Jul 11, 2018

Joanne Malatesta Davidoff, 88, of Wyndmoor, a blind woman who devoted her life to teaching and advocating for the blind, died Wednesday, July 11, of renal failure at Jefferson Health Hospice at Warminster. Mrs. Davidoff lost her sight at age 3 due to a medical condition, her family said. Blindness created opportunities for Mrs. Davidoff, who saw herself as uniquely...

Samuel J. Hogan

Samuel J. Hogan

Jul 5, 2018

Samuel J. Hogan, on July 5, 2018 of Oreland formerly of Swampoodle.  Loving husband of the late Betsy (nee Melley).  Beloved father of John (Joan), Marybeth Poleri (Tom), and Kevin (Jan).  Grandfather of Kelly, Conor, Zachary, and Kyle.  Brother of Patricia, Catherine and MaryLou.  He served in the Air Force during the Korean War.  A Funeral Mass will be held...

Robert J. Brandenberger C.M.

Robert J. Brandenberger C.M.

Jul 4, 2018

Rev. Robert J. Brandenberger C.M. on July 4, 2018.  Brother of the late James and Joseph.  He served as a 1st Lieutenant in the US Marine Corp during WWII in the South Pacific.  Religious, relatives and friends are invited to his viewings Monday from 3-5PM and 7-9PM and Tuesday from 9:30-10:30AM at St. Vincent's Seminary 500 E. Chelten Ave Phila, PA 19144.  A...

Bernard J. Razler

Bernard J. Razler

Jun 28, 2018

Bernard J. Razler, of Erdenheim, on June 28, 2018.  Beloved husband of the late Felicia (nee Szymanski) and Mary Ann (nee Visintin).  Loving father of Felicia “Lisa” Holmes,  Mark (Teri), Matt (Kim), Jane Cordero (John), Lisa Vlaminck, and Sue Fetterman.  Grandfather of Lisa, Kelly, Ryan, Haley, Brandon, Katlynn, John, Tim, Devon and the late Zachary.  Great grandfather of M.J., Bella,...

Erwin Eugene Hahn

Erwin Eugene Hahn

Jun 27, 2018

Erwin Eugene Hahn, “Gene”, of Hatboro, PA, on June 27, 2018 passed peacefully at home with his family by his side.  Husband of Marie (nee DeMara) Hahn.  Father of Gene Hahn (Dawn), Brian Hahn (Meghan), Marie Hahn (Alan) and the late Laura Kleidon.  He is also survived by his 13 grandchildren.  Brother of Steve Hahn.  A Memorial Service will be...

Dr. Harry L. Thomas M.D.

Dr. Harry L. Thomas M.D.

Jun 14, 2018

Dr. Harry L Thomas died peacefully in sleep on June 14th after a long well-fought battle with lung cancer. He is survived by his daughter Harriet [Sue] Thomas, Philadelphia. He was proceeded in death by his wife Betty Ann and his son Harry C. Thomas. Harry is also survived by Lauren [David] Dies and Dara [Terry] Overstreet and his 5...

Eva Enelow

Eva Enelow

May 13, 2018

  Eva  Enelow (nee Schmidt), on May 13, 2018.  Wife of the late Rene Kiessling and Bill Enelow. Mother of Gene Kiessling (Marie) and Lorraine Koc (Edwin).  Grandmother of Victoria Koc, Drew Merlino and Paul Merlino.  Great grandmother of A.J., Henry and James.  She is also survived by her sister Terry Bozorth and her nephew Ron Bozorth (Kimberly).  A Funeral Mass...

Robert R Vignola

Robert R Vignola

Apr 27, 2018

Robert R. Vignola, C.M.  On April 27, 2018.  Brother of the late Michael, Antionette, Yolanda, Gloria, and Rose.  Rev. Robert Vignola worked for over 30 years in Campus Ministry for St. John's University and was pastor at St. John the Baptist Parish in Brooklyn.  Religious, relatives and friends are invited to his viewings Tuesday from 3-5PM and 7-9PM and Wednesday...

David S. Deming

David S. Deming

Apr 16, 2018

David Stanhope Deming, age 71, of Erdenheim, PA passed away peacefully on Monday, April 16, surrounded by his loving family. David is survived by his wife, Peggy (nee Masturzo), and daughters, Betsy (Chris Egan) and Mary.   David was the son of George Edward Deming Jr. and Betty-Schuyler Briggs Deming.  He and his siblings, Mrs. Theodore V. Wood, Jr., George...

Loretta A. Campoli

Loretta A. Campoli

Apr 15, 2018

Loretta A. Campoli, on April 15, 2018.  Beloved wife for 65 years of Philip F. Campoli, loving mother to Philip, Dee(Bill), Janet(Ed); devoted grandmom to Jaclyn. Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation on Friday April 27, 9:30-10:30AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM at Queen of Peace Church, 820 North Hills Ave, Ardsley, PA....

William D. Bowen

William D. Bowen

Apr 9, 2018

William D. Bowen, of Drexel Hill, formerly of Germantown, on April 9, 2018. He was the son of the late Paul and Esther Bowen.  He is the husband of Lillian (nee Watson) Bowen.  Father of David William Bowen (Susan), and Ronald William Bowen (Eileen).  Grandfather of Dana, Conor and Lauren Bowen.  A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday April 12,...

John F. Smith

John F. Smith

Apr 4, 2018

John (“Jack”) F. Smith was born June 16, 1929 and lived a robust life, passing away on April 4, 2018. He was, and did, many things throughout his life, including roles as: son, brother, athlete, alumnus, husband, father, businessman, board-member, mentor, grandfather, great-grandfather, a great addition to any social event and a very, very good friend. He was most proud...

Francis A. Lynch C.M.

Francis A. Lynch C.M.

Mar 27, 2018

  Rev. Francis A. Lynch C.M., on March 27, 2018.  Brother of the late Gertrude Coyle, Edward, James, William and John.  Religious, relatives and friends are invited to his viewings Monday from 3-5PM and 7-9PM and Tuesday from 9-10AM at St. Vincent's Seminary 500 E. Chelten Ave Phila., PA 19144.  A Funeral Mass will follow at 10:30AM.  Interment will be...

Margaret M. Gordon

Margaret M. Gordon

Mar 25, 2018

Margaret (Mary) Gordon (nee Engelmann), age 77, of Oreland Pa passed away peacefully March 25, 2018 surrounded by her family. Beloved daughter to the late Nicholas & Bertha Engelmann. Margret is survived by her beloved husband James Gary Gordon Sr. Loving mother to her 3 children Susan Hoffman (Harry) Joann Buruschkin, James G. Gordon Jr (Samantha) along with her 6 grand...

Doris J. Durchsprung

Doris J. Durchsprung

Mar 13, 2018

Doris J. Durchsprung (Lewis), 82, of Oreland, PA passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018.  She was born in 1936 in West Chester, PA to the parents of George and Mary Lewis, and was a graduate of the Class of '54 Tredyffrin Easttown High School, Berwyn, PA.  Doris was Food Service Manager for Upper Dublin School District. She was predeceased by her husband Franklin...

Ann W. Conboy

Ann W. Conboy

Feb 24, 2018

Ann W. Conboy (nee Thornton), on Feb. 24, 2018. Of Oreland, formerly of Lansdowne.  Beloved wife of 62 years to Thomas F.  Loving mother of Thomas A., Timothy, Patrick, Michael and Brian.  Grandmother of Michelle, Kevin, Kelly, Savannah, Brayden and Nicholas.  Ann was one of nine children originally from South Philadelphia.  Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing at Holy...

Mark P Grady

Mark P Grady

Feb 23, 2018

Mark P. Grady, of Ambler, passed away on Friday February 23, 2018.  Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation on Tuesday February 27, 2018 from 9:30-11AM at St. Anthony's Church 259 Forest Ave Ambler, PA 19002.  A Funeral Mass will follow at 11AM.  Interment in Boehm's Church Cemetery Blue Bell, PA.In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mark's memory may...

Wilhelmena P. Tennyson

Wilhelmena P. Tennyson

Feb 8, 2018

Wilhelmena Pearl Tennyson was born Wilhelmena Pearl White in Virginia on September 22, 1929. Her parents were Henry White, Sr. and Pearl Fitzgerald of Virginia, and Wilhelmena was one of four siblings: Norma, Martino, and Franklin. She met her would-be husband Raymond Tennyson at a relative’s holiday gathering in 1948. A loving family story relates how Raymond fell instantly in...