Obituaries
Christopher George Mendla
Oct 16, 2024
Christopher George Mendla, age 65, passed away on October 16, 2024. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 24 years Kathryn Mendla. Son of the late Felix and Helen (nee Hladchuck) Mendla. Chris will be deeply missed by his loving son Christopher and his dear companion for over 10 years, Maryann.
Chris graduated from Holy Ghost Preparatory School. He went on to...
Michael A. Bralczyk
Oct 8, 2024
On a quiet morning in Philadelphia, on October 8, 2024, Michael Bralczyk—a man of deep faith, cherished service, and quiet dignity—peacefully departed this world at the age of 75. Born in the same city on January 8, 1949, Michael's life was woven into the rich tapestry of Philadelphia's history and community.
Michael was a proud veteran of the United States Navy,...
Arlene Jane Gleba
Sep 21, 2024
Arlene J. Gleba (nee Milewski) aka "Luscious" passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on September 21, 2024.
Beloved wife of Joseph W. Gleba; loving mother of Gregory Gleba & his wife Sue, Kristin Schleigh & her husband Lou, daughter in law Cathy Gleba and late son Mark Gleba. Blessed with her grandchildren Mark Jr (Stacey), Bee, Lukas, Angela (Ryan), Casey...
Carol D. Deitz
Sep 21, 2024
Carol Deitz, affectionately known as “Sissy” passed away peacefully in her home on September 21, 2024 at the age of 75. Carol was born and raised in Philadelphia to the late Josephine and John Dickson. She is predeceased by her husband Robert Gray Deitz, siblings, John, William and Nancy. Carol was the beloved mother of Kenneth Farrell (Phyllis), Susan Rossi...
Eleanor Zach
Sep 13, 2024
Eleanor J. Zach, passed away on Sept. 13, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joseph H. She is survived by her dear sister Theresa Varacallo (Kowalska) and a loving family of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing and funeral Friday, September 20th, 9:30 AM at St. John Cantius Church, 4400 E. Thompson...
James Alan Seiger
Sep 12, 2024
James Alan Seiger "Jim" passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on September 12, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife Theresa (nee Cuthbert) of 41 years, his sons James Jr. (Emily) and Jeremy, grandson Timothy. Jim is survived by many nieces, nephews and their families, cousins, his brother in law and wife and his sister in law...
Stella J. Carneglia
Sep 10, 2024
Stella J. Carneglia (nee Jeblonski), 88, of Philadelphia, PA passed away unexpectedly on September 10, 2024, following a brief illness. Born on February 17, 1936, in the Bridesburg area of Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Cecilia and Dominic Jeblonski.
Stella entered the workforce immediately after high school, starting her career as an administrative professional at Employer’s Group in...
Joseph Glowacki
Sep 8, 2024
Joseph P. Glowacki, 82, passed away on September 8, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Son of the late Joseph V. Glowacki and Helen Glowacki (nee Skrowronski). Beloved husband of Lorraine H. (nee Trzaska). Loving father of Lisa Conklin (Ronald) and Pop Pop to Ashley and Brooke. Dear brother of Dorothy M. Jennings, Mary Laskowski (Jerry) and the late Dennis...
Jan Siwek
Sep 4, 2024
Jan "Yash" Siwek passed away on September 4, 2024 at the age of 62. He is the beloved son of Danuta and the late Stanislaw Siwek. Dear brother of Krystyna Buoncristano (Thomas), Barbara Siwek and the late Stephanie Siwek and Stasia Godwin (Lee). He is survived by his nieces and nephews Anthony Siwek, Hope Bakis, Nick and CHris Hedgepeth, Kristina...
Rita Frankowski
Sep 3, 2024
Rita S. Frankowski, 98, of Port Charlotte, Fl. passed away on September 3, 2024. She was born and raised in the Bridesburg section of Phila., PA and has been a resident of Florida since 1988. Beloved daughter of the late Benjamin and Helen Frankowski. She was predeceased by her brother, Benjamin Frankowski, Jr. sister Gloria Frankowski and Aunt Kay Gendek. Survived...
Maria Dinora Abreu
Sep 1, 2024
Maria Dinora Abreu, 96, of Philadelphia, wife of the late José Abreu, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024 surrounded by family. Born in Vodra, Portugal, she immigrated to the United States in 1954 and made a life for herself with her husband and children. She enjoyed cooking, attending mass, and watching General Hospital. She is survived by her three...
Joan C. Ludwikowski
Aug 28, 2024
Joan C. Ludwikowski passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024 surrounded by her immediate family at the age of 76. Joan was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 26, 1947 to Edward and Helen Pietrzak. She was raised in the Harrowgate neighborhood and graduated from Little Flower Catholic High School in 1965. She was a devout Catholic as a member...
Ronald J. Trahey, Jr.
Aug 26, 2024
Ronald J. Trahey, Jr., 65, passed away on August 26, 2024. Survived by his wife Cathy and his children Jennifer, Amy (Lou), Tiffany (Jason), Christina (Rick). Also survived by his daughter Kayla (Tom). Ronald is the son of Marie Trahey (nee Wlodarczyk) and the late Ronald J. Trahey Sr. Brother of Robert Trahey and Michael Trahey (Pat). Also survived by...
Debra Lee Esenwein
Aug 23, 2024
Debra “Debbie” Esenwein Hilton, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024, at the age of 52. Beloved daughter of Mary Joyce Esenwein and the late Lawrence M. Esenwein.
She leaves behind her son, Jacob Esenwein, her sisters, Stacey Esenwein Hagstotz and Danielle Esenwein; her nephews and nieces along with her extended family and friends. She is preceded in death by her...
Albert Waskiewicz, Jr.
Aug 23, 2024
Albert P. Waskiewicz Jr. passed away unexpectedly on August 23, 2024, at the age of 63. Albert, affectionately known to many as “Big Al” is survived by his wife of 37 years, Carol, and his three children, Melissa, Albert III, and David (Victoria). Big Al also leaves behind his brother Peter Waskiewicz and his son Jaxson, sister Michelle Shields (Mark)...
Marie Spilis
Aug 23, 2024
Marie Spilis (née Mahetta), age 90 of Bridesburg, Philadelphia passed away peacefully at home on August 23, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joseph H. Spilis (d. 1990). Loving mother of Joseph Spilis and his wife Kathy, David Spilis, John Spilis, and Kathryn DiPasquale and her husband George. Dear grandmother of Jennifer Uzupis and husband Daniel, Angelica Spilis, Christopher DiPasquale...
Wanda Groman
Aug 22, 2024
Wanda V. Groman (nee Florczak), age 97, resident of Riverton since 1960 in a house filled with love, home-cooked meals, and plenty of cats, passed away at St. Mary's Center, Cherry Hill on August 22, 2024.
Born in Philadelphia, Wanda began a life focused on family and selfless caregiving early, leaving school to help raise 2 young nephews, followed by caring...
Sr. M. Frances CSFN
Aug 17, 2024
Sr. M. Frances, CSFN
Frances Veitz
On Aug. 17, 2024 at age 82. Survived by her cousins, dear friends and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Wed. Aug. 21, 2024 at 10 AM followed by her Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM at Mount Nazareth Chapel, 2755 Holme Ave. Phila., PA 19152....
Anna Elizabeth "Betty" Rolling
Aug 17, 2024
Anna Elizabeth "Betty" Rolling (nee Booth), a beloved Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother, and Grammy, passed away peacefully on August 17,2024, at Temple University Hospital. Born on October 8, 1937, in Philadelphia, PA, Betty was a proud graduate of Roxborough High School, class of 1955.
Betty dedicated her early, professional life to the art of hairstyling, and later, worked in customer service...
Mary Ellen Branka
Aug 13, 2024
Mary Ellen A. Branka, 85 (nee McCarron) was called to heaven on August 13, 2024. Daughter of the late Richard V. McCarron Sr., and Ellen Boyle McCarron. Beloved wife of John M. Branka, Sr. Loving mother of Mary Ellen Luciano (John), John M. Branka, Jr. (the late Catherine) and Gerard R. Branka (Emily). Also sadly missed by her grandchildren John...
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