Local Obituaries for Families in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

May 31, 2025

Dorothy “Dot” Quirk, of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025, at the age of 76.

Born on February 2, 1949, Dot was the daughter of the late Agnes “Sis” Barrett and John Quirk, and sister to the late Agnes Phillips.

Dot kept a tight circle of lifelong friends who were more like family. She had a dry, often biting sense...

May 29, 2025

John J. Ellis, affectionately known as “Ozzie,” passed away on May 29, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born on December 16, 1945, and spent his formative years in Philadelphia, where he received his education at St. Barnabas Grade School before graduating from West Catholic Boys High School in the Class of 1963.

A proud Navy veteran, John served...

May 29, 2025

William J. "Bill" Rafter, a devoted husband and proud veteran, passed away suddenly at his home on May 29, 2025. He was born on November 20, 1948. Bill served his country as a Marine during the Vietnam War. After his military service, he worked and eventually retired from the Army Corps of Engineers.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Theresa...

May 10, 2025

Ida E. Malancone (nee McGinley) passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2025 at the age of 88.Ida was the loving wife of the late Anthony Malancone. Devoted mother of Anthony Jr, Donna, Thomas (Gina), and Nancy (Stephen) Blake. Loving grandmother of Stacey, Dana Marie, Kyle, Stevie (Sean), Shawn, Dakota, Tommy, Nicole, and the late Jimmy. Great grandmother...

Apr 19, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Brother, Patrick "Earl" Huhn, on April 19, 2025 at the age of 69 from complications from Corticobasal Degeneration, a rare neurological disorder diagnosed in 2019. To help others, Pat volunteered to be in a case study and donated his brain and eyes for future research at the...

Apr 12, 2025

Brother Kevin Stanton, F.S.C., age 86, passed away on April 12, 2025. Brother Kevin was the proud son of the late Martin and Mary (nee Nugent) Stanton both Irish Immigrants. Born Martin John Stanton, Marty was raised in Southwest Philadelphia in Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, which he was very proud of. Marty graduated from West Catholic High School for...

Mar 27, 2025

James M. Moffett age 67 passed away on March 27, 2025 due to many health problems over the years. Jim was raised in Southwest Philadelphia on the 6400 block of Grays Avenue. He attended St. Barnabas School and was an army veteran.

Jim is survived by his sister Rosemary Moffett-Coyle. Son of the late Edward and Sarah...

Mar 21, 2025

Patricia A. Cacciola passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 21, 2025. Pat was born and raised in Southwest Philadelphia.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend, whose warmth and strength touched all who knew her.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband, Frank Cacciola; her son Frank Cacciola (Nicole) and...

Mar 8, 2025

Joseph “Moose” Gardler passed away on March 8, 2025 at the age of 90. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 68 years, Helen Gardler; his four children and their spouses, Joseph and Dotty Gardler, Janice Gardler and Nicholas Mattera, Joan and Patrick Hennessy, and Robert Gardler and Rossen Milanov; his five grandchildren and their spouses, Julianne Mattera and...

Feb 27, 2025

Lucy Kent, age 82, died in her Southwest Philadelphia home where she resided for many years. Lucy was the daughter of the late Mary (nee Marinucci) and Alfonso Iezzi. She was the beloved spouse of the late Stephen Cullinan. She is survived by her children Stephanie Cullinan (Joseph Mangini), Michael Kent (Sandra Kent), and Tracy Winklevoss (Jason Winklevoss). She...

Feb 20, 2025

Joan M. Gilroy age 67, of Drexel Hill, formerly of Philadelphia, on February 20th, 2025. Wife of the late John Brodie. Predeceased by her mother and father: Catherine (nee Gallagher) and Patrick. Beloved sister of Patrick (Patti), Cathy, John (Patricia), Michael (Stacey). Loving Aunt to Caroline, Caryle and Rashawn Jackson, Brendan, Julie and Elliot Brady, Paul Cox, Ryan, Katie,...

Feb 20, 2025

Patricia Johnson (nee Gavin) age 88 passed away on February 20, 2025 at her home in Southwest Philadelphia. Wife of the late Larry McCusker. Beloved mother of Janney Lee (James), Jim Johnson, Frank Johnson, Maurice Johnson and the late William Johnson and Deborah Johnson. Beloved grandmother of 18 and many great grandchildren. She is survived by her sister Mary...

Dec 31, 2024

Thomas J. Quinn, age 85, of West Chester, formerly of Yeadon, passed on to his eternal home on December 31, 2024. He was the beloved and devoted husband of the late Miriam Quinn with whom he shared 52 happy years of marriage. Proud father of Tim (Kathy), Michele (Mark) Brigham, Kevin (Laurie), Robert (Diane), Jeffrey (Lauren). He is also...

Dec 30, 2024

Charles J. Courtney, "Charlie", age 62 passed away suddenly on December 30, 2024 at his home in Southwest Philadelphia. Charlie lived his entire life in Southwest Philly. He was the son of the late Charles and Helen (nee Tobin) Courtney. Beloved brother of Helen (Vince) Bakanauskas, Kathleen (Bill) Leitch, Patricia (Michael) Hooker, Michael (Kelly) and the late David. He...

Dec 28, 2024

Henry V. Lyons, Jr., age 66, of Havertown, died December 28, 2024. Son of Nancy (nee Burke) and the late Henry “Hank” V. Lyons, Sr. Henry was a devoted husband to his wife of 39 years, Cathy (nee McCormick) Lyons, and a loving father to Regina (Jake) and Laura (Pat). Henry treasured his family and was endlessly proud of...

Dec 25, 2024

James J. Lauria, Jr. of South Philly passed away suddenly on December 25, 2024. Jimmy is the son of the late James J. and Florence (nee Albater) Lauria. He is survived by his sister Sandra Lauria Lutz, his brother-in-law Brian Lutz and his nephew Ryan Lutz. Jimmy loved to fish and being around the ocean, maybe as a result...

Dec 22, 2024

Catherine A. Gallagher (nee Tobin) age 90, of Drexel Hill, formerly of Philadelphia, on December 22, 2024. Wife of the late John E. Gallagher. Beloved mother of John E., Eileen (late Robert) McGuire, Philip J. (Anna), and Patricia (John) Gilroy. Loving grandmother to Patrick McGuire, Stacey Dean, Ryan Gilroy, Katie Gilroy & Eileen Gallagher. Predeceased by brothers & sisters:...

Dec 20, 2024

Janice M. Horan, age 67, passed away on December 20, 2024 after a battle with lung cancer. Janice is the daughter of the late Edward P. and Dorothy L. (nee Blourne) Horan. Beloved sister of Jacqueline Horan Timins. Also survived by her niece, nephew and many cousins, along with her Godmother Elizabeth Baldwin.

Janice worked various jobs...

Dec 9, 2024

P. Dermot O’Neill, affectionately known to all as “Derm”, passed away suddenly on December 9, 2024 at the age of 80. Derm was born in Bangor in County Down, Northern Ireland to John and Anne (nee McDermott) O’Neill on August 19, 1944. He became a citizen of the United States March 26,1956 at the age of 11. Derm was...

Dec 1, 2024

Eugene "Gene" M. Dillmore, Age 82, of Drexel Hill, PA, passed on December 1, 2024. Gene was the son of the late Eugene J. and Kathryn Dillmore.

Gene was born and raised in Drexel Hill. He was a graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School and St. Joseph’s University. Gene began his career as a teacher at his...