Obituaries

Antoinette G. Oscilowski (nee Sellitto) age 97, passed away late Friday, February 4, 2022 in her home in Philadelphia. Her husband of 55 years, John F. Oscilowski, predeceased her in 2013. She was a long time resident of Bridesburg. Toni is survived by her son, Alex and his wife Suzanne and grandchildren Lauren (Montana) and Justin (California). Also survived by...

Brian T. McDevitt, Sr.Age 57, passed away suddenly on February 11, 2022. Brian is survived by his soulmate, Helene Donnelly, and his four children, Brian Jr, Kevin, Shannon & Erin. Father in law to Leanne, Moria, Chris Peetros and Matt Cook and Pop Pop to seven amazing grandchildren. Predeceased by his father, Thomas McDevitt, Brian is also survived by his...

SR. M. Consolata Pylilo, CSFN Sophia Felicia Pylilo On January 24, 2022 at age 99. Survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, many friends and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thurs., Jan. 27, 2022 at 10 A.M. followed by her Mass of Christian Burial 11 A.M. at...

James T. McBride formerly of Philadelphia passed away in North Carolina on December 19, 2021. Loving father of Robert McBride, Lorraine Friend (David), Jimmy McBride, Michael McBride (Michelle), Colleen Sandman (John) and the late Tommy. Also survived by his beloved grandchildren Jamus, Katie, Johnny, Michael, Erin, Pattie, Sarah, Joseph, Jennifer, dear great grandchildren and his brother Jerry (Doris) and sister...

Deborah Fields, 60, loving mother and wife, died on December 13th, 2021, after an ongoing battle with breast cancer in her mother's home in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA. Deborah is survived by her daughter, Lillian Fields; her mother, Elizabeth Lund (Weeden); her siblings Christopher Lund and Colleen Gallagher; and her best friend Gail Gillis, who loved her and was loved as...

Mildred "Millie" Macasevich age 94, formerly of Bethlehem, PA, passed away on November 27, 2021 in the comfort of her home in Whitehall. Millie was born on November 1, 1927 to Stojan and Mary (Beckage) Marinkovich in Bethlehem, PA. Millie grew up in the Christmas City and graduated from Liberty High School. On August 26, 1950, she married Andrew A....

Mildred "Millie" Macasevich age 94, formerly of Bethlehem, PA, passed away on November 27, 2021 in the comfort of her home in Whitehall. Millie was born on November 1, 1927 to Stojan and Mary (Beckage) Marinkovich in Bethlehem, PA. Millie grew up in the Christmas City and graduated from Liberty High School. On August 26, 1950, she married Andrew A....

SR. PETER MARIE GENUARDI, CSFN IMMACULATA GENUARDI On Nov. 7, 2021, at age of 74. Survived by her brothers Joseph Genuardi (Jane), Peter Genuardi (Maureen) and her sister Anna Marie Childress (Barry). Also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Thursday 10...

Jane Campbell passed away on October 28, 2021. Dear mother of the late Kenneth DeWitt and Colleen DeWitt, loving grandmother of Aliyah and Tiffany, beloved sister of Walter J. Campbell (late Irene), James J. Campbell (Farhat) and George. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Wednesday 9 AM in St. John Cantius Church...

DITSCHE JOSEPH, JR. Age 51, passed away on October 4, 2021. Joe is survived by his wife Donna Michelle Ditsche, his father Joseph Ditsche Sr. (late Louise) and mother-in-law June Ann Hayes, his siblings Angela Marie Cramer, Francis Henry Ditsche Sr. (Victoria), and Mary Louise Fitzcharles (Michael), brother-in-law Brian Keith Hayes (Paula), nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and dear friends. Family...

John Jhinis Jr., age 59 of Philadelphia, PA passed away on Friday, October 8th, 2021. Born and raised in Bridesburg, he was a true neighborhood legend and his tough love and loyalty to the community was admired by all. He had been employed as an Operating Engineer with Philadelphia Gas Works for 31 years. Johnny J's love for family, friends,...

Joseph Ditsche, Jr., age 51, passed on October 4, 2021 surrounded by family and friends. He was the loving husband of Donna, and they shared 20 memorable years together. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of Joseph Ditsche Sr. and Louise Ann Ditsche (Welsh). He remained a proud resident of Philadelphia, and he was the epitome of brotherly love....

Michael Joseph Casler, age 53, passed away on October 2, 2021. Michael was a kind soul. He loved animals like he was Dr. Dolittle and cared for stray dogs like family. Predeceased by his parents Doris R. Casler (nee Martin) and Charles H. Casler, brother Charles H. Casler, III and his nephew Robert M. Casler Jr.. Survived by Robert M....

John Harry Mackey of Reading, Pa died Wednesday, September 29, 2021 in his daughter’s home in Philadelphia. In hospice care prior to his death, John died peacefully and surrounded by loved ones. He leaves behind his daughter Heather Kathryn Mackey, son-in-law Ian Shumard, grandsons Jackson and Dylan, granddaughter Kylie Grace, brothers Rev. Peter, Timothy (Susan), Phillip (Jane), sister Mary Susan...

Joseph Binczewski "Joe" passed away in his home on September 27, 2021. He is survived by his wife Michele (nee Bogle), 3 step children Todd Hayes, Chelcie Stout (Greg) and Donnell Rhinehart. He is preceded in death by his parents Joan (nee Schoell), Joseph Binczewski and his sister Barbie. Also survived by his aunts and many cousins. Joe enjoyed watching...

John Harry Mackey of Reading, Pa died Wednesday, September 29, 2021 in his daughter's home in Philadelphia. In hospice care prior to his death, John died peacefully and surrounded by loved ones. He leaves behind his daughter Heather Kathryn Mackey, son-in-law Ian Shumard, grandsons Jackson and Dylan, granddaughter Kylie Grace, brothers Rev. Peter, Timothy (Susan), Phillip (Jane), sister Mary Susan...

CASSEDY DAVID WALKER 71, of Philadelphia, PA passed away peacefully Friday, August 27, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents George and Ora. He is survived by his brothers, Gary (Janice) and Brian (Arlene), nephew Andrew and niece Emma, and his many friends. His memorial service will be held on Monday, September 20 at 4:30 P.M. at The...

BARBACANE SUSAN On September 9, 2021. Beloved daughter of Constance Barbacane (nee Smith) and the late Arthur Barbacane. Dear sister of Vincent (Sharon), Stephen (Cathleen) and the late Arthur J. (Angie). Loving aunt of Olivia, Nicole, Leah, Matthew, Michael, Amanda, Philip (Sam), Colleen, Mary Kate and great aunt to Isabella, James, Tommy, Leah, Kayla and Jenna. Also sadly missed by...

LACHOWICZ JOSEPH Passed away on Saturday August 21, 2021. He was one month short of his 97th birthday. He was the beloved husband for 68 wonderful years to the late Helen (nee Sobieski). Treasured father of Janet H. Hildebrand (John F. ), Robert J. Lachowicz (Donnamarie) and Linda M. Sheridan (Jack), adored grandpop to Dominic, Andrew, Walter and Jenna. Sadly...

PRAJZNER MARIE H. (nee ZAJDEL) Age 102, on August 23, 2021. Dear wife of the late Walter G. Prajzner. Beloved mother of Sonia A. Furlong and Norman G. Prajzner. Also sadly missed by her grandchildren Heather and Sean. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewiing and Funeral on Friday, August 27, 2021 beginning at 9 A.M. at the SLABINSKI...