Donald P. Kolessar

Jul 3, 2022

Donald P. Kolessar April 22, 1928 – July 3, 2022

Don Kolessar (94) passed away Sunday Morning, July 3rd at Paul’s Run Retirement Community.  He will be missed by family and friends alike.

Don was born in Freeland Pa and grew up in Philadelphia where he went to Dobbins High School.  He was a corporal in the army during the...

Anibal Alejandro Vazquez

Jul 1, 2022

Anibal Alejandro Vazquez of Philadelphia, PA passed away July 1, 2022, peacefully with his family by his side. He was the loving and devoted husband of 32 years to Carmelina (Alfano) Vazquez and beloved father of Arnaldo M. Vazquez and Alexandra L. Vazquez, and father-in-law of Ashley (Caruso) Vazquez. He was abuelo (grandfather) to Charlie G. Vazquez and Carter J....

Lavone Raczkowski

Jun 30, 2022

Lavone was born June 20, 1974 and passed away on June 30, 2022. He was born and raised in New Jersey and excelled at every sport he played, but particularly basketball. His passion and love for the sport were renown. 

Lavone was a driven, enthusiastic and brilliant salesman. His work ethic and business savvy propelled him into leadership early in...

Marjorie Hester

Jun 29, 2022

Sadly on June 29, 2022 Marjorie Hester (nee) Jennings passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Manor. Daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Jennings. Former wife and best friend of James Hester Sr. Survived by her children Debbie Pedrick (Jerry), Arlene Kirk (Donald), Jim Hester Jr. (Donna) and Beverly Gross (Frank). Loving Grammy of 19 and Great-Grandmom of 15. Predeceased...

Michelle J. Lutz (Benner)

Jun 28, 2022

Michelle J. Lutz (Benner), age 53, of Philadelphia, passed away surrounded by family on June 28, 2022.

Michelle was born in Easton, PA and raised in Philadelphia, PA. She grew up in the Parkwood neighborhood of Philadelphia. She graduated from George Washington High School in 1986. Michelle went on to become a mother of two.

Michelle was a loving mother,...

Jonathan D. Connell

Jun 27, 2022

The world unexpectedly lost a gentle soul on June 27 with the passing of 43-year old Jonathan Connell of Philadelphia, PA. His death is deeply felt and mourned by an ever-growing number of people who loved and respected him.

Jon is survived by his loving and devoted wife Mary Szczygielski of Philadelphia, PA; father David Connell of Belle Mead, NJ;...

Joseph Zemartis

Jun 24, 2022

Joseph Zemartis of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania passed away on June 24, 2022 at the age of 63.  The son of Barbara (Stockman) Zemartis and the late Joseph Zemartis. Joseph was the brother of Donna (Michael) Kenny and Steven (Janet) Zemartis. He was the uncle of Thomas Kenny, Ryan Kenny, James Zemartis and Olivia Zemartis.

Joseph enjoyed boating and fishing and always...

Patricia M. Kelly

Jun 22, 2022

Patricia M. Kelly age 82, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully  surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. Pat was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 17, 1940.

Pat was a directory assistance operator for over 40 years until her retirement.  She loved gardening,  travel, the beach and nutrition. She was fiercely devoted to her family and her...

Gail A. Gregory

Jun 19, 2022

Gail Anne Gregory, age 81, of Huntington Valley Pennsylvania passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, June 19, 2022. Gail was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 12, 1940.

Gail was loved by so many who commonly referred to her as “mom”, “mom-mom Gail”, “grandma”, “Aunt Gail”. She was an avid reader, devoted to her family &...

Carla Mary Otto

Jun 18, 2022

Philadelphia- Carla M. Otto, 81 passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 18, 2022. She was born October 27, 1940, in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of Norman and Mary (Baur) West.

Carla completed some college and vocational school where she became a medical assistant and worked until retirement for many years.  She was married to her late husband Joseph,...