Local Obituaries for Families in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

Aug 6, 2025

Catherine "Cathy" McCollum (nee Moll), a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on August 6, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind a legacy of unconditional love, unwavering strength, and a vibrant spirit that touched everyone she met.

Born to Effie and Leo Moll, Cathy's selfless nature revealed itself early. At just 15, she left school to...

Jul 25, 2025

David H. Sebra passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 25, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on July 22, 1962, Dave lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and a deep love for his family.

Dave dedicated his career to being a machinist and mechanic, where he took immense pride in his work and found joy in fixing...

Jul 22, 2025

Timothy J. McMenamin of Folcroft passed peacefully on July 22, 2025.

Tim was born on February 18,1954 in Darby, PA to Thomas Anthony and Austasia McMenamin (nee Cramer). He was raised in Folcroft and Upper Darby, attending St. George, St. Laurence, and graduating from Monsignor Bonner High School in 1972.

Tim was proud to serve in the United States Air Force where...

Jun 26, 2025

Bernadette A. McLaughlin of Lansdowne (formerly of Southwest and West Philadelphia) passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 26, 2025. Bernadette was the beloved wife and best friend of the late Paul McLaughlin for 47 years. Dear mother, to Timothy (Christina), William (Christine) and the late Megan Rose. Cherished Gram to Payton, Lilly, Declan, and Harper Rose. Survived by...

Jun 21, 2025

Charles A. Hanlon, age 98, passed away peacefully at home on June 21, 2025.

Born on April 26, 1927, in South Philadelphia, Charlie was the youngest and only boy in a family of four siblings and a proud member of St. Edmund's parish. He graduated from South Catholic High School and attended Villanova University for a semester before enlisting in the...

Jun 19, 2025

Hugh E. Foster born on June 15, 1945 to Phyllis Wixson (nee Metzler) and Herman E. Foster. Hugh grew up in Cold Water Michigan with his brother the late Don Cook and sisters Carol Ward (Jim) and Lea Ann McKenzie. He graduated from Coldwater High School in 1963. After high school he went into the Navy where he served his...

Jun 18, 2025

Phyllis A. Lennon, age 85, passed away on June 18, 2025 at Little Flower Manor in Darby. Phyllis was the daughter of the late Stephen and Agatha (nee Hilscher) Lennon. She is survived by her godchildren and cousins. Her role as godmother she took very seriously and was very proud of her godchildren, supporting them in any way she could. 

Phyllis...

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...