James A. Daniels, of Mayfair passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020, at Wesley Enhanced Living at Pennypack after a brief illness at the age of 90.

Beloved husband of the late Jane K. Daniels (nee Short). Devoted father of Jane K. Daniels (the late Thomas Glover). Susan J. Bergey and James A. Daniels Jr. Loving grandpop of Amy Jane, Michael, Tommy, Steven, Danny and Kevin. great grandpop of Alyssa and Payton. Dear brother of Michael Lane, the late Betty Messick and the late Loretta Serembus.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Viewing and Funeral Thursday February 6, 2020 8:45 - 9:45 AM at Resurrection of Our Lord Church (Castor Ave & Vista Street Philadelphia PA 19152) followed by his Funenal Mass 10:00 AM. Rite of Committal Resurrection Cemetery.

Barbara A. Luchsinger "Bonnie" (nee Ricci) of Oxford Circle passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Jefferson Torresdale Hospital at the age of 72.

Beloved and devoted mother of Jon T. Luchsinger. Loving sister of Ronald Ricci (Mariann McKee).

Services and Interment Private.

Eileen E. Wattenmaker-Mowinski (Haigh) formerly of N.E. Philadelphia passed away on Saturday February 1, 2020 at the Greenleaf Nursing Home in Doylestown after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease at her age of 77.

Beloved wife of the late Edward Mowinski and the late Sheldon Wattenmaker. Devoted mother of David Wattenmaker (Gloria), Rick Wattenmaker (Maureen) and Jodi Botteri (John) Stepmother of Steven Wattenmaker (Julie) and Terry Wattenmaker (Connie). Loving Mom Mom of Joshua, Blake, Erica, Rick, Jonathan, Benjamin, Rebecca, and Kyle. Great grandmother of Pearl and Noah. Dear sister of Patricia Garrafa (Jack), the late Albert Haigh and the late Joan Rim, also survived by her nieces and nephews.

Eileen worked as a waitress with her best friend Gloria Gaeta at the Tyson Grill for over 30 years. She also worked at Giovanni's Restaurant in the northeast for a number of years. She will be remembered by everyone who knew her for her wonderful sense of humor.

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Christina J. Vanderpool (nee Minguez) formerly of Burholme and Mayfair passed away on Tuesday January 28, 2020 at the Richboro Rehabilitation Center at the age of 78.

Beloved wife of the late Howard J. Vanderpool. Devoted mother of Ross G. Matico (Rose) and Rochelle Lemut (M. Bree). Loving granny of Victoria Gamble (Alex), Michael Lemut (Sabrina) and Christian Matico; great grandmother of Alyssa, Anthony, and Michael. Dear sister of Charles Minguez (the late Carol) and the late Gerald Minguez: also survived by her nieces and nephews.

Chris enjoyed expressing herself through art, painting, flower arranging and crocheting. She worked for the Department of Defense for many years.

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Barbara E. Nacke (nee Dietrich) of Academy Gardens passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020, in the comfort of her home at the age of 78.

Beloved wife of the late Joseph H. Nacke. Devoted mother of Barbara "Bonnie" Bossert  (Bill Du Boe) and Ronald Marano (Trista). Loving grandmom of Heather Janiczek, Jennifer Janiczek (Mike) and Michael Janiczek. Dear nana of Damien, Gavin, Vanessa, Autumn and Anthony. Sister of Michael Dietrich (Nancy). She will be greatly missed by her dog JoJo.

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Mary Elizabeth Costigan passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 after a brief illness at the age of 71.

Born on August 7, 1948, Mary was the beloved daughter of the late William Costigan, Jr. and Mary Margaret Costigan (nee Murphy). She is the devoted sister of Catherine Claire Carsley (the late John). Loving aunt to her nieces and nephews: Cathy, Marie, Margaret, Ann, John and Michael.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Viewing and Funeral Monday, January 20, 2020 9:00 AM St. Bernard Church (Cottage St. and Bleigh Ave Philadelphia PA 19136) followed by her Funeral Mass 10:00 AM. Rite of Committal St. Dominic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's memory may be sent to the Convent of Divine Love 2212 Green Street Philadelphia PA 19130 or to St. Bernard Church.

Rita G. Carfagno, (nee LaViola) of Mayfair passed away on Monday January 13, 2020 after a brief illness at the age of 83.

Beloved wife of 56 years to the late James F. Carfagno. Devoted mother of James F. Carfagno Jr., Kenneth M. Carfagno and Lawrence T. Carfagno (Karen). Loving grandmother of Julia A., Katie M., Ethan and Callie Carfagno. Dear sister of the late Joseph LaViola.

Relatives and Friends are invited to attend her Viewing and Funeral Friday January 17, 2020 9:15 - 10:15 AM at St. Matthew Church (Upper) 3000 Cottman Ave. Philadelphia PA 19149 followed by her Funeral Mass 10:30 AM. Rite of Committal Resurrections Cemetery.

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Robin Lee Heilman, (nee Myers) passed away on Saturday January 11, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her entire family at the age of 64.

Beloved wife of Dale R. Heilman. Devoted mother of Justin (Aimee), Katie (Isaiah), Jason (Devon), Sally Schaible (David) Jamie (Wendy), Jarrett (Renee), Abbey Schaible (Gary), Chet (Elizabeth), Anna Caraballo (Richard), Mindy, Emmy Lou Reinert (Jesse), Browning (Amanda), Leah, Thomas, David, William and her dog Journey. Loving Memom to her 43 grandchildren, Also survived by her siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Marion I. Paynter (nee Chobert), on January 4, 2020 age 88.

Beloved wife of Walter H. Paynter. Loving mother of Walter H. "Butch" Paynter Jr. (Wanda) and Thomas S. Paynter (Frances M.) also survived by 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Service and Interment Private.

Rita B. Gordon (nee Bayer) of Holmesburg on December 30,2019.

Devoted mother of Kathleen Wooderton, Michael D. Gordon, Rita Marie O'Connell, Mark J. Gordon and the late Joseph F. Gordon. Sister of James F. Bayer, Anna Marie Schlimer, and the late John C. Bayer, the late Joseph D. Bayer, the late Walter C. Bayer. Also survived by 10 grandchildren 13 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives, friends and member of Pennypack Retirees are invited to attend her Viewing and Funeral Wednesday January 8, 2020 8:45 - 9:45 AM St. Dominic Church 8504 Frankford Ave. Philadelphia PA 19136, followed by her Funeral Mass 10:00 AM. Rite of Committal St. Dominic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions in Rita's memory may be made to St. Joseph Villa 110 W. Wissohickon Ave. Flourtown, PA 19031-1898