Obituaries

Jan 21, 2026

Sophie Milne (nee Kalenkowitz), 92 formerly of Aston, Gap and West Chester died on January 21, 2026.

Sophie was a member of Mount Hope United Methodist Church in Aston.

Loving wife of the late Donald S. Milne, mother of Donald H. Milne (Karen), Richard G. Milne (Robin) and Kristian Milne.  Sophie is also survived by three granddaughters.

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Jan 17, 2026

Karen F. Singleton, 74, a lifelong resident of Eddystone died on January 17, 2026 at her home. Born in Chester, she was the daughter of the late Martin A. and Violet B. Holobowiz Tatasciore.

Karen was a gradute of Ridley High School, class of 1969 and been employed as a secretary in the Ridley School District for 20 years before retiring...

Jan 15, 2026

Kyle Slesicki, born on May 25, 1983, to Ronald Slesicki and Joan Gusler Clarke, passed away surrounded by love. Kyle resided in Aston for the past 20 years and was a loving son, brother, and uncle who meant so much to those who knew him.

Kyle loved to swim and proudly displayed the many medals he earned through the Special Olympics,...

Jan 14, 2026

Kathleen "Kate" A. Verdecchia (nee Milligan), 78, died on January 14, 2026 at her home in Boothwyn, PA.

Born in Philadelphia, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Milligan (née Henigan), she had lived in Springfield, PA, Manahawkin, NJ, Baltimore, MD and Sebastian, FL before moving back to Delaware County two years ago.

Kate was the loving wife of 56 years...

Jan 13, 2026

Phyllis “Fee” Jean Troxell-Colgan, 66, a South Philadelphia native and longtime Glenolden resident, died suddenly on January 13, 2026.

Born February 23, 1959, to Elwin C. and Frances C. (née D'Addio) Fielding, Fee was a loving mother who found joy in cooking, gardening, and crafting. She was known for her Italian cooking and ability to solve problems for people by force...

Jan 9, 2026

COLLELUORI, Lois Ann (nee Latissa), 89, died on January 9, 2026.  Born in Philadelphia, raised her family in Delaware County and resided in Cape May County since 1993.  Wife to the late Fred L. Colleluori, Sr, beloved mother to Fred L., Jr (deceased) (Rosemary), Pasquale (Cheryl), Michael (Julie), Joseph (deceased) (Susan), Donna, Deborah (deceased), Vanessa (Chip), Helen Dingler (Harry).  ...

Jan 8, 2026

Walter John Allen, 57 a lifelong resident of Eddystone died on January 8, 2026.

John was a graduate of Ridley High School, class of 1987 and received an associate's degree in accounting from Delaware County Community College.  He was a proud veteran of the US Navy serving on the USS Peleliu.  For the past 16 years, John...

Jan 5, 2026

Larraine Joan (Rogalski) Horne

June 25, 1936 – January 5, 2026

Larraine Horne, 89, passed peacefully at her home in Aston, surrounded by loving family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, a gentle spirit who brought warmth and joy to many and will be deeply missed.

Born...

Dec 31, 2025

Helen A. Chaga (nee Ozor), 99 a longtime resident of Aston died on December 31, 2025.  Born in Shenandoah, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Wysoski Ozor.

Helen was a devoted and active member of The Church of St. Joseph in Aston. She always enjoyed crocheting and traveling with her husband. Helen was...

Dec 29, 2025

Betty Ann Pavlock (nee Stevens), 90 a longtime resident of Woodlyn died on December 29, 2025.  Born in Lima, PA, she was the daughter of the late William and Beatrice Green Stevens.

Betty Ann was a graduate of Ridley High School, class of 1953.  Before her retirement in 2021, she enjoyed a 25 year long career as...

Dec 25, 2025

Frank Stanley Dzedzy, 99, of Eddystone died December 25, 2025 under the care of Hospice at Fair Acres Geriatric Center since October.  Born in Chester, he was the son of Peter and Catherine Dzedzy and resided in Eddystone for over 60 years.

Frank needed to support his family at a young age and held several positions that...

Dec 22, 2025

Helene M. Agnew, 89 formerly of Norwood died on December 22, 2025.  Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Charles J. and Helen Cavanaugh Agnew and sister of the late Monica "Daisy" Hagan.

Helene was a graduate of John W. Hallahan High School, class of 1954 and before her retirement was the Executive Secretary...

Dec 16, 2025

George H. Kramer, III, 59, a longtime Delaware County resident, passed away on December 16, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, he was the beloved son of the late George H. Kramer, Jr. and Mary Ann Robinson Kramer. George lived in Norwood and Clermont, Florida, before making Folsom his home five years ago.

A graduate of Interboro High School,...

Dec 15, 2025

Eric DiVario, 55, of Springfield, passed away peacefully at his home on December 15, 2025. Born in Media, Pennsylvania, Eric was raised in Ridley Park and made Springfield his home for the past 29 years.

Eric was a graduate of Ridley High School and began his career working for GE Electric in Southwest Philadelphia. For the past...

Dec 15, 2025

Margaret E. "Marcie" Pastuszek (née Albensi), 82, of Ridley Park, passed away on December 15, 2025. Born in Darby and raised in Prospect Park, she was the daughter of the late William and Violet (Riccio) Albensi.

Marcie attended St. Madeline School in Ridley Park and was a graduate of Notre Dame High School in Moylan, Class of...

Dec 14, 2025

Annamarie Buxton (nee Burns), 74 of Folsom died on December 14, 2025.  Born in Darby, the daughter of the late William Camillis and Natalie Murphy Burns, she lived in Eddystone before moving to Folsom in 2001.

Annamarie was a graduate of Upper Darby High School and received a bachelor's degree in accounting from Delaware County Community College.  ...

Dec 11, 2025

Margaret F. "Peggy" Romanski (nee Ackerman), 90 of Folsom died on December 11, 2025.  Born in Drexel Hill, the daughter of the late Melvin and Alice Elliott Ackerman, she lived in Clifton Heights and Springfield before moving to Folsom seven years ago.

Peggy attended Clifton Heights High School and was a member of Our Lady of Peace...

Dec 10, 2025

Mary C. Conte, 97 died on December 9, 2025 at Little Flower Manor.  Born in Chester, she was the daughter of the late Amato and Julia Natale Conte. Mary was a graduate of West Catholic High School for Girls, class of 1946 and before her retirement worked at secretary at the Boeing Company.  She was a member of The...

Dec 8, 2025

Veronica Hedwig Evans (nee Kogut), 88 formerly of Clifton Heights died on December 8, 2025.  Born in Chester, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary Liwocz Kogut.

Veronica grew up in St. Hedwig's Parish and was a graduate of Notre Dame High School for Girls.  She married her late husband Wayne Evans at St....

Dec 8, 2025

Stephen C. Donithan, 68 of Brookhaven died on December 8, 2025 at his home.  Born in Upland, he lived in Wilmington, DE before moving to Brookhaven 13 years ago.

Steve was a proud veteran of the US Army.  He had been employed as a driver for Wawa for the past 22 years and had previously worked in...