Bridget P. Fernandez died peacefully in her bed on the evening of July 21st, 2020, with her daughter Eileen and son-in-law Jim by her side. She was 86.

Bridie, as her beloved husband Manuel called her, was born in Dublin, Ireland, the daughter of James and Bridget Smyth. Of her seven siblings, she is survived by her loving sister and beloved aunt, Teresa (Tossie) O’Neill, and her brother, Seamus Smyth.

Bridie married Manuel Fernandez in 1963 and moved to Philadelphia in 1964 where she spent the next 54 years raising six children and finding joy in the time spent with each of her 13 grandchildren.

Sister Catherine Murray, Missionary Servant of the Most Blessed Trinity, a native of Brooklyn, New York, died on July 15, 2020.

Burial will take place at Holy Sepluchre Cemetery on July 20, 2020..

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at some time in the future at Blessed Trinity Mother House Chapel to which family and friends will be invited.

Judith A. McKee, born August 10th, 1934, passed away peacefully at her home in St. Augustine, FL on Thursday, July 16th, 2020 after a long and courageous battle with Vascular Dementia at her age of 85. Beloved daughter of the late Walter and Frances (nee Naplacic) Schwartz. Predeceased in death by her sister, Frances P. Baehr, and her grandson Brian McKee. Loving sister of Diane Boyle, Walter Joseph Schwartz Jr., and her brother-in-laws Neil Boyle Sr. and Robert Leach Sr. Devoted mother of Harry and Ronald McKee, Diana Giumarello (nee McKee), and son-in-law Joseph (Andre) Giumarello; beloved grandmother of Ronald McKee Jr., Louis Sabatino, Dr. Joanie Krupa, Dana Giumarello, and Carmen Giumarello, and great-grandmother of Callie, Chloe, Joseph and Nicholas. Survived by nieces Frances Baehr Phillips, Donna Homiller, and Jeannie Weiss, and nephews William Cheeseman, Bobby Leach, Brian Leach, and Neil Boyle Jr.

Elizabeth McLaughlin, born April 29, 1940, passed away peacefully in her home in Philadelphia, on June 4, 2020. She is predeceased in death by her husband James McLaughlin, mother Elizabeth Christy, and Siblings, Charles, Mae, Dot, Cass and Bill.

She is survived by her two children, Timothy McConnell (Kathleen) and Jinger Ioven; her 4 grandchildren, William McConnell (Tamme), Timothy McConnell (Susan), Kasey McConnell-Rosinski (Christopher) and Ryan Nichole Flynn; as well as her 9 great-grandchildren, Alicen, Molly, Brigid, Billy, Timmy, Payton, Christopher, Sean and Caden.

Robert David Ray, Jr., "Bobby" passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at the age of 77.

Born on January 17, 1943, Bobby was a beloved brother, uncle and great uncle. He is survived by his sister Mary Stilo, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Mike and Thomas Ray and his sister Janice Vengels.

Robert "Bobby" proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

A Memorial Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2020 10:30 AM at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Road Newtown, PA 18940. Please arrive at the cemetery by 10:15 AM.

Due to COVID-19, please respect social distancing including the wearing of facial masks.


   

James W. McGreggor, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania passed away at the age of 66 on July 10th, 2020. James was the beloved son of the late James M. and Loretta McGreggor, brother to Diane, Joey, and Johnny, and is survived by his sons James T., Michael, and Craig, and his two granddaughters Isla and Alliyah. James also leaves behind nieces Samantha, Kristine, Kaitlin, Jamie, Margaret, Beth, and Erin, nephews Tommy, Michael, and Joey, his niece and god-daughter Amanda, his ex-wife Diane, his daughter-in-law Wendy, and his best-friend and loving partner Colette.

James McGreggor had a big personality and was known by many people for many things. To those of the Operating Engineers Local 542, James “Mad Dog” McGreggor, was a wild, hard-working, and brave soul, who operated in the most extreme environments willing to put himself at risk for his fellow union brothers. For the friends and family that James “Jimmy” McGreggor grew up with, he was known as the life of the party, as someone who loved to be the sharpest dressed man in the room but was not afraid to get into a brawl from time to time. More than that, he was known to be loyal and honest. To his nieces, nephews, children and especially grandchildren, he was someone who was a loving and devoted man who would do anything for them.

Bonita C. Mariano of Philadelphia passed away on June 28, 2020 at the age of 67.

Bonita was the beloved daughter of the late Dorothy Mariano Wong. She is predeceased by her lifelong companion and best friend, Maria Machnik who passed away in April 2020. She is survived by her stepfather, Anthony Wong, sister Ana Mai Trainor (James), brother Anthony Wong, Jr., nephew James Trainor, nieces Olivia Trainor and Sophia Trainor, friend Andrea Ely, numerous cousins and friends, as well as the extended family of Maria Machnik.

Bonita will be remembered for her generosity and charitable works to people in need. She was a faithful Catholic, however, she greatly enjoyed the diversity and study of all other religions. She was a member of the Association of the Holy Family (Mid-Atlantic), a spiritual volunteer and dietary aide for many years at Nazareth Hospital and a Eucharistic Minister at St. Jerome Parish. She was a long-time employee of Acme Markets.

Steven was born to the parents of Sava and Bertha Petkovic (nee Ilijasevich).   Steven leaves behind his brother Daniel Lazovich, sister-in-law Virginia (Ginny), his nephew Michael and nieces Emily and Laura.

Steven graduated from Northeast High School in Philadelphia. He also participated in music therapy at the Settlement Music School Kardon-Northeast Branch. The music therapy gave him a love for music  Steven had a nice collection of instruments that he enjoyed and continued with his music classes. He would also sing his heart out to any song. He loved the Beach Boys, Elvis and Michael Bolton!  Though the real love of his life was his competing in the Special Olympics, whether it was bowling, softball throwing or running, Steven always gave it his best.  He achieved over a hundred different medals and awards for his participation in the different areas of competition. Steven also, loved to travel. He loved going on cruises, and traveling to Gracelandas well as the Grand Canyon, Puerto Rico and Las Vegas.

Elizabeth L. McElvaney, (Betty), (nee Thompson) age 88 of Philadelphia.

Resident of Paul's Run Retirement Community. Died April 28, 2020, and exactly 36 years to the day, Betty has been reunited with her beloved husband, James J. McElvaney Sr. Jim was the love of her life and he treated her like the princess she was to him. They were a beautiful couple to all who knew them.

Devoted mother of 3 sons, James J., Jr. (Eileen), Gary (Cathy), Michael (Anna). Cherished "Nan" to Brian, Kevin (Megan), James J. III (Liz), Mary Kate (Patrick), Megan (John), Kasey and Elizabeth. Loving great grandmother, "GG", to Brie, Luke, Nora, James J. IV, and Maura. Survived by her brother, Bill (Agnes) and her loving nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her best friend and sister, June Wielgus and Betty's great-grandsons, Baby Ryan and Baby Noah.

Betty was a essence of unconditional love to all of her family and to her friends, She will be sorely missed by many but will forever be in our hearts. We love you, Mom.

Due to Covid-19, of which Betty fell victim, a Memorial Gathering and Funeral Mass will be held at a later date.