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Linda J. Joyce (nee Zawacki), 70, passed peacefully on Thursday, November 26, 2020, surrounded by her family, after a many years-long battle with Alzheimer's Disease.
Cherished and beloved wife of Mike, Loving mother of Michael Jr. (Sarah), and Jennifer. Linda was the fourth of 10 children, born to Roman and Gail Zawacki. She was preceeded in death by her parents, her brother, Michael and sister, Melanie. She is survived by brothers and sisters: Diane Lamielle (Harry), Jerry Zawacki, Jim Zawacki (Nancy), Bob Zawacki (Janell), Sharon Everly, Alyce Corbin (Milt), Paul Zawacki (Dana). Also survived by countless nephews and nieces, including her three Goddaughters, Gail, Jessica, and Lori, and many great-nephews and great-nieces.
Kathryn G. Bradley (nee Giblin) of Mayfair passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at the age of 98.
Beloved wife of the late Charles J. Bradley. Devoted mother of Joanne M. Maduzia, Peg Cicalese (Vince), Pat Bradley. Sister of Helen Claire, and the late James Giblin, the late Margaret Maguire, and the late Thomas Giblin. Loving Grandmother of Dawn, Gary, Heather and Tom, also survived by 9 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter.
Services and Interment Private.
Patricia Ann Gallagher (nee Broderick) of Philadelphia, PA passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at the age of 66.
Born May 31, 1954 Patricia was a beloved widow of Joseph Gallagher. Devoted mother of Melissa Kavchok (nee Kilner) and Joseph Gallagher, mother-in-law of Michael Kavchok and David Strahan. Cherished “Grammie” of Makenzie Carty, Riley Kavchok, and Kylie Kavchok.
Pat is survived by her brother Joseph Broderick, sisters Mary Wing (nee Broderick) and Peggy Graber (nee Broderick.) She is predeceased in death by her father Joseph H. Broderick and mother Margaret Broderick (nee Dugan.) Pat leaves behind other family and friends who will miss her dearly.
Sarah Rose Murphy, age 93 of Philadelphia PA passed away on Friday, October 30, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her parents Anna Mary and William Fishburn and siblings Anna (Francis) Curran and William Fishburn.
She was the wife of the late John J. Murphy and the awesome mother of Jack (Carole) Murphy, Sally (Mike) Woods, Michael Murphy and the late Maureen Wilkes. She is survived by 9 grandchildren: Carole Anne (Larry) Dalesandro, Jack (Denise) Murphy, Dennis (Karen) Murphy, Sara (Jim) Nelson, Michael (Emily) Woods, Michael (Maggie) Murphy, Allison Wilkes, Andrew Wilkes, and Shannon (Joe) McGovern. Also survived by 13 great grandchildren: Matthew, Ryan and Christopher Dalesandro and the late Jenna Nicole Dalesandro Erin and Bridget Murphy Tommy, Patrick and Brendan Murphy Kayla and Conor Woods and newest addition Shelby Reen Nelson and step great grandson Ryan Dougherty. Also survived by her Sister-in-Law Cass Fishburn, nephew Bill (Donna) Fishburn and their family.
Evelyn Cairone Dombrowski (nee Kugler) of Philadelphia, PA on October 29, 2020 at the age of 96.
Beloved wife of the late Nicholas J. Cairone and Chester S. Dombrowski. Devoted Mother of Tina & Lynne. Dear Mother-In-Law of Scott & Mark. Cherished MomMom of Nick, Chris Josh & Andrew.
Evelyn was the youngest of 6 children born to John & Susannah (Dzubach). Her father emigrated from Weisskirchen, Austro-Hungary and her Mother from Lubica, Austro-Hungary. She is pre-deceased in death by her brothers, John (Lou), Carl (Eleanor), and her sisters, Elsie (George), Margaret (Bill), and Anna (Pat).
Evelyn’s father was president of the local German social club and she recalls many an evening as a child sleeping on the pool table at the club. This is where she learned to dance and enjoy the music. Evelyn graduated from Frankford High School, Class of 1942.
Frank D. Nastasi, (Yankee) passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020. He was in his 93rd year.
Beloved husband of Jean D. Nastasi (nee Jefferys), survived by sister, Rose Savastani, and many nieces and nephews. Survived by Maria (step-daughter) and Darren Cornwell and Kayla & Joe Gidzinski, grandchildren.
Frank will be deeply missed by Jack, his cat, and all the birds and squirrels who would receive their daily breakfast. The Resort Casino in Atlantic City will never be the same. The dealers at the roulette table will miss his presence. Predeceased by siblings Philip, Tony, Nicholas, Nataline, Antoinette, Josephine, Angelina and Mary.
Louis Nemerofsky of Rhawnhurst passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020, at the age of 94.
Lou was born on January 10, 1926 in Philadelphia to Abe and Rose (nee Schmidt) Nemerofsky. Lou was a proud graduate of West Philadelphia High School. After graduation, in March of 1944, he joined the Army Air Corps where he served as a gunner. He was part of the 211th Army Air Forces Base Unit serving in the North Appennines, Po Valley, Rhineland and Central European campaigns. During his service, he earned several decorations and citations, including an air medal with two bronze stars. On July 10, 1953, he married Mary Lou (nee Carver) Nemerofsky. They raised two sons, Marty and John. He loved being a father and enjoyed coaching his sons’ sports teams and later in life enjoyed watching his grandchildren play various sports.
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