Local Obituaries for Families in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

Jul 4, 2022

Bettyrene O'Connor age 69 passed away on July 4, 2022. She was born in Philadelphia as Elizabeth Irene Johnston and was the proud daughter of the late Daniel and Dorothy (nee McDonough) Johnston. She legally changed her name to Bettyrene over twenty years ago, still honoring her Aunt Betty, who she was named after, but making it more unique.....

Jul 2, 2022

Jean M. Fulginiti (nee Alessandro) age 88 passed away on July 2, 2022. Jean peacefully left this world to finally be reunited with her beloved husband, Dominic.

She was a graduate of John Bartram High School Class of 1951. Jean married her love, Dominic Fulginiti and together they started a family, raising three boys in South West...

Jun 29, 2022

It is with heartfelt sorrow and deepest sadness we announce the passing of Winifred M. McNelis (née Wilson) on June 29th, 2022 at the age of 87.

Winnie was the oldest child of John and Mary (Cooney) Wilson.  She was preceded by her parents, her sister Patricia Norris, brother Joseph Wilson and sister in law Francine Wilson....

May 23, 2022

Michael P. Danko, Sr age 74 passed away on May 23, 2022 after a short battle with cancer. Mike was a proud Army Veteran serving his country for four years. He was a morse code interceptor and he received many medals: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal and the...

May 8, 2022

Michael J. “Mickey” Mooney of Aldan, PA, formerly of Southwest Philly passed peacefully on May 8, 2022.  Husband of the late Margaret (nee Hogg).  Father of  the late Michael Mooney III, survived by his daughters Marie (Anthony) Salvato and Megan (Craig aka Greg) Derr, his grandsons, Michael (Vicki) Mooney IV, Sean Mooney, Geoffrey Mooney and Anthony Salvato and great...

May 7, 2022

Gloria O. Dillon (nee Battaglia)  passed away peacefully on May 7, 2022 one week after her 92nd birthday. Mom, Gloria, Grandmom lived her life on her own terms. As a young mother, she suddenly lost her husband in 1970 and was left to raise five children which she did with great strength.

She is predeceased by her...

May 5, 2022

Victor F. Lorraine age 63 of Erial, NJ passed away suddenly on Thursday May 5th in a motorcycle accident. Although we are saddened by this tragic event, he always said "If I should die while riding my motorcycle, know that I died happy".

Vic is survived by his children Victor A. Lorraine, Vito Bramlett (Carlynn), Christy Galdemez...

Apr 27, 2022

Soon Chol Lee passed away suddenly on April 27, 2022 in her home at the young age of 74. Soon was a youthful, spirited, life loving woman whose presence will be missed greatly. Soon was born in Seoul, South Korea on March 8, 1948 where she lived until around the age of 18. After arriving to the United States...

Apr 26, 2022

Gerald "Jerry" O'Neill age 82 of Bradenton, FL and formerly of Southwest Philadelphia and Glenolden. Beloved husband of Jackie Brasch O'Neill (nee Brennan) and the late Mary (nee McCarron). Devoted father of Jerry O'Neill Jr. (Maria), Theresa Woodcock (Rick), Natalie O'Neill (John), Brian O'Neill (Ilkay) and the late Timothy "Timmy" (Chrissy). Grandfather of Les, Rachel, Brendan, Danny, Danielle, Melissa,...

Apr 20, 2022

Teresa Rita McGee (nee Galanaugh) passed peacefully on Aptil 20, 2022 at her home in Concord Township at the age of 94. Formally of Primos, PA, she was the beloved wife of the late Joseph A. McGee. Loving mother of Joseph A. McGee Jr. (Grace), Mary McGee-Kristal (Jerry), Patricia McGee-Albany (William) and Martin G. McGee (Carol). Also survived by...

Apr 17, 2022

Mary C. Wheeley, age 92, passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on Easter Sunday April 17, 2022. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of more than 70 years, Maurice B. Wheeley. She was the loving mother of Mary C. Jeffery (Ray). Beloved grandmother of Kristin Craig, Michele Murtaugh (Jack), Denise Jeffery, Karen Jeffery and...

Mar 12, 2022

Catherine E. Miller, "Cass", age 92 passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Born August 1, 1929 to Charles and Elizabeth (nee McCluskey) McShane. Raised in Southwest Philadelphia and was a proud West Catholic Girls High School Graduate. Cass was a longtime St. Kevin Church parishioner, registering in November, 1963.

Cass was the beloved wife of...

Mar 9, 2022

John Francis Caulfield born December 27, 1941, passed away peacefully at Lankenau Hospital on March 9, 2022 surrounded by his family. Born to his loving parents, John and Mary and grew up on S. Lynn Boulevard. He attended St. Laurence Elementary School and Msgr. Bonner High School. John was a bartender for several years in his father’s bars in...

Mar 5, 2022

Anna Mayo (nee Greener) age 86 passed away suddenly on March 5, 2022. Anna was a  life long resident of southwest Philadelphia. Beloved wife of the late Edward Mayo. Devoted sister of Eleanor Greener and the late Marie Lada and Harry Greener.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Monday March 14th from 9:30am to 10:20am...

Feb 25, 2022

On Friday, February 25, 2022, Dan Eury, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at home. He entered this world on December 20,1939 in Concord, North Carolina to E.T. and Nettie Eury.  He is predeceased by his siblings; Ray, Marvin, Sue, Jerry, Michael, and James. Dan enlisted in the United States Navy in 1958. While stationed in Philadelphia,...

Feb 25, 2022

Larry Henderson age 95 passed away on February 25, 2022 at St. Ignatius Nursing Home in West Philadelphia. Larry and his wife Priscilla lived in southwest Philly for many years and were long time and dedicated parishioners in St. Irenaeus Parish. Larry was a proud World War II Navy Veteran and a retired employee of the US Postal System...

Feb 20, 2022

Francis "Fran" Witz, age 62 passed away on February 20, 2022. Fran was living in Springfield but always saw himself as a Southwest Philly guy. Fran graduated from Saint Barnabas grade school and was a 1977 graduate of West Catholic High School for Boys. He was a cable installer for a number of years and was very active in...

Feb 19, 2022

Brother Joseph Schmidt, FSC, author, lecturer, spiritual director and counselor died on February 19, 2022 at the age of 87 at De La Salle Hall in Lincroft, NJ. Brother Joseph passed away after suffering a fall in his bedroom. He had been on palliative care for the past week. Born, Henry Joseph Schmidt on June 10, 1934 to the...

Jan 28, 2022

Francis J. Temple age 67 passed away on January 28, 2022 after a battle with liver and kidney disease. Frank was living in Wilmington, DE but was born and raised in Southwest Philadelphia, St. Barnabas Parish. Frank was a 1972 graduate of West Catholic High School for Boys.

Frank was pre-deceased by his parents Francis J. Temple...

Jan 24, 2022

Antonino "Nino" Sgro passed away suddenly on January 24, 2022 at the age of 80. Nino was born in Messina, Sicily to the late Giuseppe and Nina Sgro. Nino was the beloved husband of the late Concetta (nee Fazio). He was the loving Papa to Giuseppe Sgro, Victor Sgro and Dino Sgro (Lisa). Devoted Nonno to Michael and Gina....