Local Obituaries for Families in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

Jun 7, 2024

Matthew was born on April 18,1998 and died June 7, 2024. He is survived by his parents, Bernadette and Stephen Famularo Jr., his brother and sister-in-law, Stephen III and Grace, his grandparents, aunts, uncles, and all of his cousins.

Matthew was very determined and once he set his mind to something he was going to accomplish it....

Jun 6, 2024

Deborah M. Alleva (nee Jeffery) age 65, passed away on June 6, 2024 at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Beloved wife of James P. Alleva. Loving mother of James P. Alleva Jr. Grandmother of James Patrick Alleva. Devoted "grammy" to Eddie Jeffery, Alana Jeffery, Keith Stecklair and Michael McCarthy.

Debbie is the daughter of the...

May 17, 2024

MaryBeth Lennox, 58, passed away suddenly on May 17th, one month after a fall that led to a brain injury. Born on June 7, 1965, she was the third of four children to Bill and Betty Lennox. Raised in Southwest Philadelphia, MaryBeth attended St. Barnabas, where she formed a close-knit group of friends that made her childhood wonderful. She...

May 14, 2024

Susan A. Johnston, age 86, passed away on May 14, 2024. Susan was formerly of Southwest Philadelphia, St. Barnabas Parish, before moving to Springfield, Delaware County. She is the daughter of the late Robert and Anna (nee Loughlin) Johnston. She is pre-deceased in death by her sister Grace Clark and her nephews Robert T. Clark IV and Michael A....

May 12, 2024

Joyce Duncan, aged 92, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 15, 1931, in England, Joyce experienced the challenges of growing up during World War II.

In her youth, she was one of the founders of the Ladies Auxiliary for the Collingdale Athletic Club . Joyce married the love...

Apr 26, 2024

Catherine B. Prospero (nee Troy) age 99 of Philadelphia, passed away on April 26, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Francis Prospero. Devoted mother of Gerard Prospero (Janice) and Francis Prospero (Mary Ann); loving grandmother of Gerard (Julia), Brian (Erin). and Daniel (Ana); proud great-grandmother of Luca, Leonardo, Cole and Demitra. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Apr 17, 2024

Eric Rudolph passed away peacefully on the evening of Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at the age of 80. Eric's life was filled with family and friends who loved him dearly. Eric was the son of the late Joseph and Marion (nee Sharp) Rudolph and sibling of Gretchen Pressler, his beloved sister, two years his senior. Eric met Loretta Savastio,...

Mar 23, 2024

Br. J. Paul Joslin, FSC passed away on March 23, 2024, at the age of 77. Son of the late John and Mary Clare (nee Patton) Joslin. Beloved brother of Eileen DiSipio (Pete), Diane Crawford, David Joslin Sr. (Dawn) and Julieann Joslin. Uncle and great uncle to many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation...

Mar 9, 2024

Patricia "Trish" Gillin age 77 passed away on March 9, 2024. Trish is the daughter of the late Harry and Margaret (nee King) Gillin. Trish's  mother died in 1957 and after living still in South Philadelphia a few years , it was determined to be in her best interest to be raised by her aunt and uncle who lived...

Mar 4, 2024

Betty Anne Haw (nee Baldwin) passed peacefully at her home in St. Michael's, Maryland at the age of 74 on March 4, 2024. Betty Anne was the beloved wife of Patrick Haw. She is the loving daughter of Betty Baldwin (nee Blourne) and the late Albert R. Baldwin. Betty Anne is also survived by her siblings: Susan Dinella (late...

Mar 1, 2024

Donald Joseph Barrett, age 69, passed away on March 1, 2024 at Riddle Memorial Hospital in Media, PA.  Don lived in Lincoln University, Chester County and was formerly of Southwest Philadelphia, Beloved husband of Marie Barrett (nee Manson). Devoted and loving father of Matthew Barrett (Lily), Sara Umeroglu (Jason) and Emily Barrett (Rebecca Neikam), and the late Joseph Barrett...

Feb 22, 2024

Marie T. Kennedy (nee Meade) age 91 passed away peacefully on February 22, 2024 at Holy Family Home in Southwest Philadelphia. Beloved wife of the late Daniel J. Kennedy. Devoted mother of Marian Kennedy Voorhees (Brian Voorhees) and Karen Kennedy (Wendy Lange). Loving "ReRe" of John Iannelli (Stephanie), Marie Iannelli Carrera (Matthew Carrera) and Danijames Iannelli. Also survived by...

Feb 21, 2024

Frances T. Bradley, (68) a remarkable woman whose life was defined by love, resilience, and devotion, passed away on February 21, 2024 peacefully surrounded by her loved ones at Sunrise Living. Born on February 25, 1955 and raised in Clifton Heights, Frances moved to Collingdale than to Aston, PA, where she built a life filled with joy and happiness....

Feb 9, 2024

Gertrude C. Gilligan (nee Curran) entered into eternal life on February 9, 2024, at the age of 102. Gert was born and raised in Philadelphia but until recently lived in Annunciation BVM Parish in Havertown. She worked at St. Joseph's University for over twenty-five years as an administrative assistant. Gert is predeceased by her husband Paul J. Gilligan who...

Jan 26, 2024

Myriam Williams (nee Gil) entered into eternal life on January 26, 2024 at the age of 95. Myriam is the beloved wife of the late John "Jack" Williams. She is the loving sister of Maria Herrera and Jorge Eliecer Gil. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Myriam was born and raised in Medellin, Colombia,...

Jan 4, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Amy Nicole Altarelli, a beautiful soul whose light touched the lives of everyone she encountered. Born on April 8, 1994, Amy departed this world on January 4, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and creativity.

Amy is survived by her devoted mother, Kelly McCollum...

Dec 18, 2023

William B. Chelland, age 89, passed peacefully Monday evening, December 18, 2023 at his home. Beloved husband of the late Mary B. (nee Corcoran) Chelland . Devoted father of Marlene M. Quintela, Michael J. Chelland, Jack Chelland, Deborah J. Chelland-Collova, Patrick Chelland, and the late William V. Chelland, Jr and Matthew Chelland. Also survived by 17 grandchildren and 20...

Dec 17, 2023

BROTHER EDWARD GALLAGHER, FSC 1930 – 2023

Born Francis James Gallagher in Philadelphia PA on 31 March 1930 Died at De La Salle Hall in Lincroft NJ on 17 December 2023 Entered the Ammendale MD Novitiate on 9 June 1947 Received the Religious Habit and Name Georgius Edward on 7 September 1947 Pronounced Perpetual Vows at Ocean...

Nov 27, 2023

Paul T. McLaughlin of Lansdowne (formerly of Southwest and West Philadelphia) passed away peacefully in his home on November 27, 2023. Paul was the beloved husband and best friend of wife Bernadette McLaughlin (Cook) for 47 years. Dear father, to Timothy (Christina) and William (Christine) and the late Megan Rose. Cherished Grampypops to Payton, Lilly, Declan, and the anticipated...

Nov 24, 2023

Joseph William Muldoon, Sr passed away peacefully on Friday evening November 24, 2023.  Joe was the 2nd oldest of the five sons of Anna (Nelson) and John Dougherty in Philadelphia, Pa.  As a youth, Joe was an outstanding athlete, and a star running back and quarterback for his West Catholic High School football team.  His family’s economic situation required...