Local Obituaries for Families in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

Apr 17, 2020

Edward J. Hicks, age 63, of Southwest Philadelphia passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 17, 2020 of the Covid-19 Virus. Ed was born on September 22, 1956. He was the son of the late Edward T. and Catherine I. (Shaw) Hicks. Brother of the late Frederick Hicks. Ed is survived by his wife of 30 years, Mary (Kelly) Hicks...

Apr 13, 2020

Noreen Patricia Burke, 85, beloved wife of Walter W. Basher passed peacefully on April 13, 2020 (as a result of the COVID virus). Noreen was one of eleven born to Mary and John Burke, and was preceded in death by nine siblings,  Nancy Bosco (Frank), Rita Broedell (Frank), Mary Lynch (Frank),  Kay Burke, John (Pat), twin brother Joseph (Patsy),...

Apr 12, 2020

Mary B. Chelland (nee Corcoran) age 84 passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday April 12, 2020. She is the beloved wife of William V. Chelland. Loving mother of Marlene M. Quintela, Michael J.Chelland, Jack Chelland, Deborah J. Chelland-Collova, Patrick T. Chelland and the late William V. Chelland Jr. and Matthew Chelland. Also survived by 17 grandchildren and 20 great...

Apr 5, 2020

Susan M. Bradley age 60, died suddenly on April 5, 2020 at her apartment residence. Susan graduated from Cardinal Dougherty High School in 1977. She loved photography especially taking pictures of anything outdoors and her dog Wags and cat Cooper.

Susan was the daughter of the late Robert and Honor (nee Farrar) Bradley. Sister of Honor, Janet ...

Apr 3, 2020

James F. "Pony" Pownall age 60 suddenly on April 3, 2020 of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Jimmy grew up in Southwest Philadelphia and graduated from West Catholic High School for Boys in 1978. He worked at Al Parise"s Hardware Store becoming Baldwin's Hardware on Elmwood Avenue. He also worked for a short time at Southwest Fruit and Produce at 63rd...

Mar 29, 2020

Madeline L. Halloran died suddenly at her home in Southwest Philadelphia on March 29, 2020. Daughter of the late Peter and Madeline Burke. Loving wife of the late William "Goose" Halloran. Devoted mother of Bill Halloran, Joe "Spank" Halloran, Daniel (Celeste) Halloran, Maggie Halloran and the late Peter J. Halloran. Sister of Phil Burke, Isabelle (Mike) Saia, and the...

Mar 24, 2020

Anna Marie Caden (nee Ward) age 93 passed away early in the morning on March 24, 2020 at Little Flower Manor. She was formerly of Southwest Philadelphia. Anna Marie was the wife of the late Joseph J. Caden, Jr. She is the beloved mother of Joseph J. Caden, III (Mary Ann), Kevin Caden & Martin Caden (Noreen). Loving grandmother...

Mar 23, 2020

Donald J. Prendergast age 78 passed away on March 23, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was formerly from Southwest Philadelphia and worked for General Electric for over 40 years.

Donald was the loving husband of the late Margaret (nee McGee). He was the beloved father of Donna (Mike) Siemien.  He is the adored grandfather...

Mar 23, 2020

Whitney Fay, Jr. of Drexel Hill, PA, formerly of Southwest Philadelphia, died suddenly on March 23, 2020 at the age of 70.  Whitney was a United States Marine.

Whitney was the loving son of Claire Fay and the late Whitney Fay, Sr.  He was the beloved brother of Claire (Paul) Miller, Lisa Fay (Louis) Gourousis and Loretta...

Feb 29, 2020

Dolores "Dee Dee" Thomas (nee Huber) passed away on February 29, 2020 at the age of 76. Dolores was formerly from Southwest Philadelphia but now resided in Broomall. Dolores is the beloved wife of Dave Thomas. She is the loving mother of David C. Thomas, MD (Peter N. Marchese) and Denise Eife (Dan). Dee Dee is the loving Grandmom...

Feb 19, 2020

Robert W. Bender passed away on February 19, 2020. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Abate). Devoted father of Robert (Julie), John (Donna), Lynn (John) Slevenski and Anthony (Jen). Loving grandfather of Jonathan, Nathan, Kirsten, Brittany, Christopher, Anthony and Domenic and great-grandfather of Lilli and Kenzie. Also survived by his siblings: Jean Twilley, Dolores (Mickey) Gisriel, Joann (Don) Bovee, Mike...

Feb 18, 2020

Anne M. McMenamin (nee Stubblebine) of Folcroft died on February 18, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Anne was born to Robert and Helen (nee Townsend) Stubblebine on January 1, 1954 in Philadelphia, PA. Anne was raised in Drexel Hill and graduated from Archbishop Prendergast High School.

Anne was married to Timothy J. McMenamin for 47 years...

Feb 13, 2020

Ralph Ronald Sciocchetti passed away on February 13, 2020 at his residence in Secane. Ralph was the President of Bradley-Sciocchetti Inc., known as "BSI". He was the beloved husband of 57 years to Jeanne (nee Sulpizio). Son of the late Ralph J. and Theresa Sciocchetti. Devoted father of Ron (Maria) Sciocchetti and Danielle (Neil Harkins) Sciocchetti. Loving poppy of...

Feb 13, 2020

Carmela D. DePerri (nee D'Ulisse) age 97 on February 13, 2020 at St. Francis Country House in Darby, PA. Formerly of SouthWest  Philadelphia, Wife of the late Frank DePerri. Beloved mother of John (Judy) DiPerri and Alice Cistone. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Monday 9:45am to 10:45am...

Feb 10, 2020

Patricia H. Mellon passed away on February 10, 2020 at Philadelphia Mercy Hospital formerly known as Misericordia Hospital. Pat lived for many years at UNICO Village in SouthWest Philadelphia where she had many friends. Pat made funeral arrangements for herself five years ago and wanted no fuss made over her. She wanted to be cremated with no service before...

Jan 28, 2020

Thomas J. Glacken, Jr. passed away January 28, 2020 at the age of 69. Thomas was a proud Army Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. He received several medals of honor including the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. He resided at the VA Nursing Home in Philadelphia where he was honored to...

Jan 26, 2020

Helen (nee Hurtt) Passarella on January 26, 2020. Wife of the late James R. Passarella, Sr. Loving mother of Donna (Al) Lee, James (Patricia) Passarella, Loretta (John) Kines and the late Diana Passarella. Beloved grandmother of Alfred III, Shawn, Mary, Regina and Francis. Sister of Dolores Martin, Lorraine Reed, Teddy Brown, Glen Gerber, Debbie Compton and the late Barbara...

Jan 22, 2020

Luke Robert McMenamin, 38, passed away on January 22nd, 2020 after a long struggle with mental illness. Luke was born in Darby, PA to Timothy and Anne McMenamin on December 30th, 1981.

Luke will be remembered for his winning smile, goofy personality, and generosity. Luke loved the beach, jamming to Coldplay with his mom, and spending time...

Jan 16, 2020

Jean L. (nee MacKey) Quintavalle on January 16, 2020. Loving wife of the late Anthony C. Quintavalle. Beloved and devoted mother of Michele and Matthew. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing from 9:30 am to 10:20 am at St. Barnabas Church, 6300 Buist Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19142. Her Funeral Mass will follow at 10:30 am. Interment at...

Jan 9, 2020

Margaret Bentley (nee Libre) on January 9, 2020. Wife of the late Thomas L. Bentley. Beloved mother of Carol Mannino and Thomas Bentley, Jr. Loving grandmom of Stephanie Mannino, Josephine Luster, Salvatore Thomas Mannino, Darren Bentley, and Shawn Bentley. Also survived by 7 great grandchildren. Sister of the late Catherine Libre and Frances Grimaldi. Relatives and friends are invited...