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Kenneth R. Wolff

Kenneth R. Wolff

Apr 13, 2016

Kenneth Roland Wolff was born on December 7, 1920 to Frank and Helen Wolff of Lima, Pennsylvania. Kenneth spent his childhood, along with sisters Ann and Jean, among the trees and fields of Sunny Brae Orchards, which was founded in 1910 and given the name of his father's boyhood home back in Bermuda. Kenneth attended Lima Elementary and Media High...

Doris B. Phillips (Nee Cassidy)

Doris B. Phillips (Nee Cassidy)

Apr 12, 2016

Doris B. Cassidy Phillips, 79, of Eddystone passed away on April 12, 2016 after a courageous fight with cancer. Born in Boothwyn, she was daughter of the late Frederick E. and Pansy McGee Cassidy. Doris was employed as a nurse at Sacred Heart Hospital and Crozer Chester Medical Center, where she retired. Doris was a lifetime member of Eddystone Fire...

Constantin “Gus” Zikas

Constantin “Gus” Zikas

Apr 10, 2016

1935-2016 Constantin "Gus" Zikas, 80, died peacefully on April 10, 2016 after a short battle with cancer. Born in Thessaloniki, Greece, he was the son of the late Louis and Aristea Mellios Zikas. The family immigrated to America when Gus was three years old and he grew up in Astoria Queens. Gus graduated from New York University, class of 1957,...

Alice L. Wisner (Nee Loughron)

Alice L. Wisner (Nee Loughron)

Apr 8, 2016

Alice L. Wisner (nee Loughron), 84, of Swarthmore, died April 8, 2016 at Crozer Keystone Hospice at Taylor Hospital. Born in Philadelphia, daughter of the late Daniel F. and Mary I. McGinley Loughron, she was raised in Upper Darby and lived in Lansdowne before moving to her late residence in 1958. Alice was a graduate of West Catholic High School...

William J. Mclaughlin

William J. Mclaughlin

Apr 8, 2016

William J. McLaughlin,87, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. The son of Irish immigrants, Patrick and Agnes (Staunton). Bill was born and raised in South Philadelphia. He was a graduate of S.E. Catholic High School and later attended St. Joseph's University. A veteran of the Army, he was stationed at the Pentagon during the...

Patricia A. Mister (Nee Bagley)

Patricia A. Mister (Nee Bagley)

Apr 7, 2016

1942-2016 Patricia A. Mister (nee Bagley), 73 of Newark died April 7, 2016 at Christiana Hospital. Born in Darby, she lived in Chester for many years before moving to her late residence six years ago. Patricia was a former member of Resurrection R.C. Church, the Women of the Moose #530 and the Ladies Auxillary at American Legion Post #926 and...

Cheryl M. Mcbride (Nee Sabatura)

Cheryl M. Mcbride (Nee Sabatura)

Apr 7, 2016

1961-2016 Cheryl Marie McBride (nee Sabatura) age 54, died April 7, 2016 after a long courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by numerous friends and family. A devoted wife, mother and friend , Cheryl was born in Philadelphia and grew up in Aston where she graduated from Sun Valley High School. She most recently resided in Ridley Park for the past...

Terrance Darcius Moore

Terrance Darcius Moore

Apr 7, 2016

Terrance Darcius Moore, 55, of Woodlyn died April 7, 2016 at Pennsylvania Hospital. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of John Moore Sr., and the late Marion Lindsay Moore and was one of a family of seven siblings. Terrance attended and graduated from West Philadelphia High School. He furthered his education by attending and receiving a Bachelor of Science...

Ramona Hatfield (Nee Klepacki)

Ramona Hatfield (Nee Klepacki)

Apr 6, 2016

Ramona Klepacki Hatfield, 90, of Aston died April 6, 2016 at her home. Born in Chester, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Helen Laskoski Klepacki and resided in Prospect Park before moving to her late residence 60 years ago. Ramona graduated from St. Michael's Elementary School and attended Chester High School. Ramona loved nature, all animals and...

James Panagiotis “Jimmy-Pete” Alexander

James Panagiotis “Jimmy-Pete” Alexander

Apr 4, 2016

James Panagiotis "Jimmy-Pete" Alexander, 22, of Middletown Twp. died April 4, 2016 at his home. Born in Upland, he was the son of James A. and Speroula P. "Roula" Fotiades Alexander. Jimmy-Pete was a graduate of Penncrest High School, class of 2011, where he played on the varsity baseball team and enjoyed karate. Jimmy-Pete attended Widener University, Delaware County Community...

Howard L. Stover

Howard L. Stover

Apr 2, 2016

Howard L. Stover, 81, lifelong resident of Aston died April 2, 2016. Born in Philadelphia, he was son of the late Samuel Stover and Thelma Hamp (Anthony). Howard was a graduate of Girard College, class of 1952 and was employed in a partnership with his brother at Air Conditioning Services. He enjoyed crossword puzzles and loved playing golf. He was...

Robert Francis Achuff, Sr.

Robert Francis Achuff, Sr.

Apr 1, 2016

Robert Francis Achuff, Sr. 85 of Eddystone, died April 1, 2016 at Crozer Keystone Hospice at Taylor. Born in Rockdale, PA he has been a resident of Eddystone for over 40 years. He graduated from Media High School and went on to serve in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He served proudly with the 26th Infantry, "The Big...

Dale D. Minton

Dale D. Minton

Mar 31, 2016

Dale D. Minton 83 of Glen Mills, died March 31, 2016 at his home. Born in Pittsburg, NC, he lived in Willingsboro, NJ before moving to Glen Mills. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Dale was formerly employed by Burroughs, M & M Mars Electronics and Adtran, retiring in 1985. He was predeceased by his...

Dolores M. Mcneely (Nee Noel)

Dolores M. Mcneely (Nee Noel)

Mar 30, 2016

Dolores M. Noel McNeely, 90, of Kennett Square passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on March 30, 2016. Born in Duncansville, PA, she was daughter of the late Thomas and Evelyn McMullin Noel and was a long time resident of Aston. Dolores was a 1944 graduate of Hollidaysburg High School and married Ernest L. McNeely of Greenville, SC....

Mary A. Sciallo

Mary A. Sciallo

Mar 26, 2016

Mary A. Sciallo, 78, of Ridley Park died peacefully March 26, 2016 at Crozer Keystone Hospice at Taylor. Born in Chester, she was the daughter of Frank and Rose Tamonaro Sciallo and was a lifelong resident of Delaware County. Mary graduated from Chester High School and was employed by PECO in the Accounting Department. She was a member of St....

Sherry L. Blake

Sherry L. Blake

Mar 24, 2016

Sherry L. England Blake 82 of Wilmington, died March 24, 2016 at Sterling Health and Rehab Center. Born in Chester, she lived in Chester and Upland before moving to her late residence in 1987. Sherry was devoted to her home and family. She was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Benjamin L. Blake, Jr., who died in 2001; her...

Robert (Bob) Norman Scull

Robert (Bob) Norman Scull

Mar 24, 2016

Robert (Bob) Norman Scull 61 of Aston, died March 24, 2016 at Fair Acres. He was a machinist at Penn Machine Works for many years and then worked at Kellam Lawn Mower Service in Glen Mills. Bob was son of the late Willard A. and Ruth A. Risley Scull. He is survived by his brother Raymond W. Scull (Nancy); also...

Mavis A. Jones (Nee Rogers)

Mavis A. Jones (Nee Rogers)

Mar 22, 2016

Mavis A. Rogers Jones, 91, of Aston died March 22, 2016 at home. Born in Cheltenham, England, she was a daughter of the late Charles H. and Florence R. Rogers. Mavis came to the U.S. in 1946 and settled in Chester before moving to her late residence 64 years ago. Mavis was a former employee of Strawbridge & Clothier and...

Margaret A. “Peggy” Abbonizio (Nee Leonardi)

Margaret A. “Peggy” Abbonizio (Nee Leonardi)

Mar 21, 2016

Margaret A. "Peggy" Leonardi Abbonizio, 83 formerly of Aston died March 21, 2015 at Brinton Manor. Born in Chester, she was one of six children of the late Alceste and Anna Antonak Leonardi. Peggy resided in Brookhaven and Aston before moving to her late residence in October 2008. She formerly worked at Westinghouse Corporation, was a member of St. Katharine...

Anna Quinlan (Nee Olson)

Anna Quinlan (Nee Olson)

Mar 21, 2016

Anna Olson Quinlan, 87, of Morton died March 21, 2016 at home. Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Knut and Rebecca Alcorn Olson and resided in Southwest Philadelphia before moving to her late residence 53 years ago. Anna was a graduate of John Bartram High School, class of 1946 and was formerly employed by Bradlees. She...

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