Obituaries

Jun 10, 2025

Michael Francis Bregande (1953 – 2025) left us on June 10, 2025, at the age of 71, with his wife by his side at Bryn Mawr Hospital, PA. Born on August 11, 1953, in Chester, PA, Michael was the cherished son of the late Marion A. and Laura (née Slezak) Bregande. He grew up in the Gradyville section of...

Jun 6, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Helen A. Feeney, a cherished member of our community, whose life was marked by kindness, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to family and friends. Helen left us on June 6, 2025, leaving behind an indelible legacy that will forever remain in our hearts.

Born on...

Jun 3, 2025

Esther D. "Mickey" Doyle (nee Higler), 96, a lifelong resident of Eddystone died on June 3, 2025, in the house she was born in, with her daughter Paula by her side.

Mickey was a graduate of Eddystone High School, class of 1948 and had worked as a secretary at Baldwin Lima Hamilton Locomotive.  She was a member...

Jun 3, 2025

Valerie Jorgensen was born in Upland PA on January 8, 1960 and died in Wallingford, PA on June 3, 2025.  She was the daughter of Charles "Chick" Jorgensen and the late Roberta (Barnes) Jorgensen and her step-mother Margaret "Peggy" Jaskot of Cape May, NJ.

Valerie worked as a teacher for the HMS School for Children with Cerebral...

May 30, 2025

Irene Mae Guzowski, 92 of Holmes, PA passed away on Friday May 30, 2025, at her home she shared with her daughter and son-in-law (the son she always wanted). Born in Philadelphia, the daughter of the late Gabart Charles and Jessica Irene Langdale Connor, she lived in Southwest Philadelphia before selling her home in 1998 to become a traveling...

May 29, 2025

Bertram (Bert) Peters left this world peacefully on May 29, 2025 surrounded by his beloved family. The only son of Bertram and Nataline Peters, he was raised in the Twin Oaks section of Upper Chichester Township. Bert attended Holy Savior Grade School and St. James High School, where he was a member of the football team. He loved football...

May 28, 2025

Nancy L. McClintock (nee Tengler), 82 of Aston died on May 28, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.  Born in Ridley Park, the daughter of the late Gerhardt Erwin and Ella Doris Purner Tengler, she lived in Brookhaven before moving to Aston 35 years ago. Nancy was a graduate of Sharon Hill High School, class of...

May 28, 2025

Dennis M. Ward Boothwyn, Pennsylvania 1959 – 2025

Dennis M. Ward of Boothwyn, Pennsylvania, passed away at home on May 28, 2025.

Dennis was a man of few words but limitless dependability. Quiet on the outside but fiercely loyal, he showed affection not through speeches or grand gestures, but through action: fixing your sink without...

May 27, 2025

Eileen Rose Stearns (nee Toomey), 89 formerly of Woodlyn died on May 27, 2025 at Pine View Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.  Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Robert D. and Ethel Garson Toomey.

Eileen was a graduate of Notre Dame High School for Girls, class of 1954 and was a member of Our...

May 24, 2025

David J. Jones, Jr., 45 a lifelong resident of Ridley Township died on May 24, 2025.

Dave attended Ridley High School, class of 1998 and had a career working in construction.  He loved movies, especially King Kong and superhero movies.  Dave also enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family.  Although Dave could not rid himself of...

May 23, 2025

Joyce Pizzi (nee DiPaola), 71 a lifelong resident of Ridley Township died on May 23, 2025 at her home.

Joyce was a graduate of Ridley High School, class of 1971 and also attended Widener University.  She had worked for many years as a Program Administrator at the Franklin Mint.  Joyce's hobbies included gardening and flower arranging.

May 22, 2025

Carolyn A. Henderson, 85 of Glen Mills died on May 22, 2025 at her home.  Born in Upper Darby, the daughter of the late Joseph and Irma Pierce Sharpless, she was raised in Glenolden and lived in Ridley Park before moving to Glen Mills nine years ago.

Carolyn was a graduate of Interboro High School, class of...

May 16, 2025

Cheryl J. Worrell, 78 a lifelong resident of Lenni, PA died on May 16, 2025 at her home.  Born in Chester, she was the daughter of the late Joseph H. and Rose Shank Opdenaker.

Cheryl was a graduate of Notre Dame High School for Girls, class of 1964 and had been employed as an agent at Sabena...

May 15, 2025

Jean M. Peters, age 100, of Milmont Park died peacefully on May 15, 2025.  Born in Chester, the daughter of the late George W. and Helen McCallister Eisenhauer, she lived in Norwood before moving to Milmont Park in 1955.

Jean was a graduate of Notre Dame High School for Girls, class of 1943 and was employed at...

May 14, 2025

Panagiota (Peggy) Kostomite was born in Hatipi Sparta, Greece and peacefully departed this world on May 14th, 2025 surrounded by her family.  She was the youngest of four children born to Petros and Maria Vekrakos.   Her early life in Greece was centered on the family's orange and olive grove businesses.  This is where she developed her passion for agriculture.  ...

May 11, 2025

Margaret M. DiMatteo, 77yrs old of Eddystone, Pa passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025 after a lengthy illness.  Born in Taylor Hospital, she was a lifelong resident of Eddystone, PA.

Margaret attended Eddystone High School.  She worked for Elwyn Institute in Media, Pa in the dietary department, and Shoney's Restaurant in Tinicum, Twp before retiring.

May 10, 2025

Joan M. Smith (nee Macauley), 94 of Ridley Park died on May 10, 2025.  Born in Philadelphia, the daughter of the late James K. and Catherine McKay Macauley, she was raised in Collingdale and has been a resident of Ridley Park for the past 71 years.

Joan was a graduate of Collingdale High School, class of 1948...

May 9, 2025

August "Gus" J. Ober, III, 70 died on May 9, 2025.  Born in Philadelphia, he lived in Boothwyn for many years before moving to Swarthmore 22 years ago and also enjoyed spending time in Ocean City, NJ (his happy place).

Gus was a graduate of St. James High School, class of 1972 and then went on to...

May 8, 2025

John Leonard Beamon, Jr., 78 of Ridley Park died on May 8, 2025 at his home.  Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late John and Marie Kemble Beamon.

John was a graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School, class of 1965 and proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.  He enjoyed...

May 7, 2025

Carol Anne Snyder Sciarra, 72, of Swarthmore was sent to her eternal home on May 7th 2025 after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by her immediate family.

Carol Anne is remembered by her loving husband John Sciarra, her daughter Annemarie Rose, and her dog Cole. Carol Anne was predeceased by her parents Alice and William Snyder,...