Margaret A. Smith (nee Higgins), 69, passed away suddenly on Tuesday April 20, 2021.

Margaret was the beloved wife of Kenneth Smith, Sr. for 49 years. Loving mother of Kenneth, Jr. (Lori), Daniel (Shannon), and Julia Monaco (Gary). She was a proud Nan of her 6 grandchildren Emma and Charlotte Smith; Avery and Amelia Smith; Cole and Mason Monaco. Margaret was a caring sister to  (late) Francis Higgins, Jr. (Barbara), Joseph Higgins, Matthew Higgins (Terri), and (late) Bertha Higgins.

Margaret was a kind and selfless soul who was devoted to her faith and family.  Margaret grew up in Kensington in Visitation parish.  At the age of 15 she met her soul mate and future husband Ken.  Margaret graduated from Little Flower Catholic High School in 1969 and married Ken three years later.  Their marriage brought them three children and later, six grandchildren with whom they absolutely cherished.  Margaret was the ultimate role model of a wife, mother, and nanny.  She was an angel on earth, a daily church goer, and a volunteer who helped the sick and fed the poor.  She served as a volunteer for organizations such as Pro Life, Aid for Friends, Our Ladies of the Missionary of the Eucharist, and many more local charities. 

Francis J. Slavin Jr., 59, passed away on Wednesday April 21, 2021

Francis was the beloved son of his parents Dorothy (nee McCombes) and Francis, Sr.; loving brother to Patricia Keeley (James) and (late) Eileen M. Thompson (Timothy). He was a proud uncle of Terri Keeley-Fine (Mike), Jen DiLiberto (Nick), Chris Keeley (Chris), Beth McDermott (Kevin), Rose Vanella (Matt); Victoria Thompson; proud great uncle to 11 nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Francis J. Slavin, Jr. on Thursday April 29, 2021 at John F. Fluehr & Sons 3301 Cottman Ave., Phila, PA 19149 from 8:15-9:15am. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Cecilia Church 535 Rhawn Ave., Phila, PA 19111 beginning at 10am. Interment to follow at Our Lady of Grace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made in Francis’ name to St. Jude’s Children Hospital:
www.stjude.org

Olli A. Tervo, 39, went to be with the Lord suddenly from natural causes on Friday April 9, 2021.

Olli was born in Finland and moved with his family to the US when he was 2 years old. Olli was a dual citizen of both the United States and Finland. He was very proud of his Finnish heritage, and people around him soon knew where his roots were.  Olli was exceptionally close to his friends, who loved him deeply and found him to be loyal and very generous.

Olli loved to travel worldwide and explore new places both geographically and culturally.  His personality allowed him to make new friends immediately no matter where he was.

Mary Theresa McGonagle, 39, of Palmyra, NJ & Philadelphia, PA, mother of Kian, passed away suddenly at her home on Tuesday April 13, 2021.

As a child, Mary Theresa, was an avid gymnast and loved going with her sister Trish and Friends to Gymnastics. She worked for many years with her mother at Little Learners Day Care and was a graduate of St. Hubert’s High School class of 2000. Mary Theresa later graduated as a Medical Assistant from DVMC. She adored animals, especially her dog Duke, and loved collecting Charlie Bears Stuffed Animals.

Patricia M. McDonald, 89, lifelong resident of Mayfair, passed away on Monday April 12, 2021. 

Pat was the loving daughter of the late Johanna (nee Taylor) and Aidan A. McDonald; devoted sister of Johanna McDonald, (late) Clare Diviny (late Joseph), and Mary Rosenhagen; beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. 

Pat was the consummate educator and dedicated 35 years of service to the Philadelphia Public School System, most teaching first grade. Pat was an alum and parishioner of St. Matthew’s along with being a member of their Senior Group. 

Joseph M.Schmidt, 92, passed away in the comfort of his beloved home on April 12, 2021. He was born November 23, 1928 in Philadelphia to his parents Joseph and Helen Schmidt.

He is survived by his 2 children daughter Joanne (Vince) Anthony and son Joseph (Rose) Schmidt. His grandchildren: Vincent Anthony Jr., Jovine, and Bryan (Michele), Kelly (Keith), Krystal, and Joseph Jr. His great grandchildren: Sabrina and Kane, Bryele, Rylee and Mackenzie, Parker and Hannah. Special and beloved friend and companion Kathleen Tiernan and her children, Joseph Tiernan, Kathleen Jr (Bob) Thomas, and "Grandpop" to RJ and Kristen.

Joe Schmidt lived life with intention. He started work as a teenager in factories. He loved sports, history, Movies, politics, music and ballroom dance. He was faithful and devoted to church to a higher sense of God.