Local Obituaries for Families in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

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...

Dec 8, 2019

Albert "Chuck" Baldwin age 67 on December 8, 2019 of Sicklerville, NJ formerly of Southwest Philadelphia. Beloved husband of Valerie (nee Althouse). Devoted father of Philip Baldwin. Loving Poppy of Isabella, Jack & Ava. Loving son of Elizabeth "Betty" (nee Blourne) and the late Albert R. Baldwin. Brother of BettyAnne (Patrick) Haw, Susan (late Ronald) Dinella, Bobby (Debbie) Baldwin,...

Nov 25, 2019

Earl "Bud" Duncan, age 88,  passed away on November 25, 2019. Earl was born May 17, 1931 in Knoxville, Tennessee to William and Bessie (nee Cooter) Duncan. Bud left Knoxville and was stationed in Korea while he served in the Air Force from 1951-1954. While in England, Bud met his loving wife to be, Joyce King. They were married...

Oct 12, 2019

Chet DiEmidio age 89 on October 12, 2019, of Southwest Philadelphia. Chet was a Philadelphia Police Officer for 31 years and then started a new career as a minor league baseball coach for the Chicago White Sox. Husband of the late Margaret A. (nee Kennedy). Beloved Father of Chet Jr., Debbi, Dean, Rick and Doug. Grandfather of Pete, Sophia,...

Sep 28, 2019

Mary (nee Antenucci) Trapani age 89 on September 28, 2019 formerly of Southwest Philadelphia. Beloved wife of the late Andrew J. Trapani. Loving mom of Andrew (Donna Fausto) Trapani and Andrea (Kevin Mayer) Trapani. Also survived by 6 grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday 10:15am to 11:45am King Funeral Home, 209 N. Newtown Street Road...

Sep 14, 2019

Patricia (nee Craig) Starkey on September 14, 2019 age 79. Beloved wife of Thomas. Loving mother of Thomas Jr. (Sandy), Patricia (James) Passarella, Margaret Armideo, Maureen (Alex) Alvarez and Michael (Tatiana). Also survived by 12 grandchldren and 1 great grandson. Sister of Regina McLaughlin and the late Mary Dorff, Charles Craig, Catherine Kelly, Daniel Craig Jr., Margaret Petrylak and...

Sep 6, 2019

Michael A. Yacovone age 42 suddenly on September 6, 2019 of Blackwood, NJ formerly of SW Philadelphia. Mike was a member of Labor Union 57. Beloved husband of Tricia Foster. Devoted father of Karissa, Michael Jr. and Mikayla. Step father of Michael and Ashley. Beloved son of Pat McGowan and Phillip Yacovone. Brother of Sean (Ariana) McGowan. Nephew of...

Sep 1, 2019

Margaret "Peggy"  Ament on September 1, 2019. Formerly of Southwest Philadelphia. Wife of the late Robert L. Ament. Devoted mother of Earl and the late Jeffery. Also survived by 2 Granddaughters and 3 Great Grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Monday from 12 noon till 12:45 pm at St. Francis Country House, 1412 Lansdowne Avenue,...

Aug 29, 2019

Rita C. Martino (nee DellaFera) on August 29, 2019. Formerly of SW Philadelphia. Wife of the late Philip. Beloved mother of Dolores Martino and Anthony (Mary Dolores) Martino. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Wednesday Sept. 4th from 9:20am to 10:20am at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3422 Dennison Avenue, Drexel Hill. Funeral Mass 10:30am. Interment SS. Peter...