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Eleanor O. Cairns

Eleanor Laura Cairns (nee Osinski) on August 23, 2020 at the age of 91.

Beloved wife of the late William Cairns. Loving sister of Anna O. Perrong and the late Helen O. Bishop. Beloved aunt to Robert S. Perrong (Karen), Carolyn P. Corsaut (Sean); William Bishop, Laura Fitzpatrick.

Relatives and Friends are invited to attend her Viewing and Funeral Thursday, August 27, 2020 9:30 - 10:30 AM at John F. Fluehr & Sons,Inc. 3301 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia PA 19149 followed by her Funeral Service 10:30 AM. Rite of Committal Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Joseph G, Bradley

Joseph G. Bradley of Philadelphia suddenly passed away on Monday August 17, 2020 at the age of 34.

Beloved son of John Bradley and Sharon (Courtney) Buscemi; stepson of Maureen (Reenie) Bradley. Devoted brother of John, Daniel, Sean and Ryan. Beloved fiance' and best friend to Jessica Clymire. Loving father to Gianna and Jacob. Grandson of Bella and the late Charles Bradley, Ruth Buscemi and the late Gerald Buscemi, and the late Grandmom Vee. Survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Joe was a diehard Eagles fan and a enthusiast of music. Joe liked to joke around to make people laugh and smile. He had a larger than life personality.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Joe's viewing Thursday evening August 27, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 PM at John F. Fluehr & Sons, Inc. 3301 Cottman Ave. Philadelphia PA 19149. Interment Private.

Margaret Beno

Margaret Beno, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16^th, 2020. She was 96.

Margaret was the beloved wife of Joseph Beno for 42 years. Devoted mother of Maryann Beno (Goelz), and Joseph Beno Jr. She is survived by her daughter; Maryann Goelz (Robert Goelz), her four grandchildren: Jennifer Goelz, Robert Goelz II (Karla Goelz), Christopher Goelz, Andrew Goelz, and her two great grandchildren; Harper Goelz and Robert Goelz III.

Violet E. Connors

June 23, 1945. Violet, the first Connors girl was born. Who could have known how MANY Connors girls were still to come? As the first, Vi led the way for all of us. She loved her family above all and in a no nonsense way guided the entire clan of Connors girls as each of us tried to figure out how to make our own mark in the world. We shared many wonderful times together. Like when Vi shuttled all eight of us out the front door at the same time on a Saturday afternoon so we could pose for a “surprise” family picture for Mom and Dad’s anniversary. I think Mom and Dad never even noticed!

Matthew R. Kresz

Matthew R. Kresz, a long-time resident of Mayfair, passed away on Friday August 7, 2020 at the age of 83.

Beloved husband of Constance (nee Bedrinski) of 59 years. Devoted father to James Kresz (Debra), Jacqueline Kresz Green (Brian) and John Kresz (Julie). Loving Pop-Pop to Tristan Kresz and Alexandra Kresz. He is survived by his brother Robert, sister-in-law Theresa and nephew Robert (Debbie Snitzky).

Matthew grew up in Port Richmond, graduated St. Adalbert's School, is a proud graduate of Northeast Catholic High School; Class of 1955 and La Salle College; Class of 1962.

Matthew is a Veteran of the United States Marine Corp and was a member of The Knights of Columbus for over 50 years. He was a chemist and long-time employee of C&D Battery.

During his retirement he enjoyed trips to The Villages in Florida; taking Cruises with his wife and friends from the Senior Group of St. Jerome's Parish; visiting his grandchildren in Georgia and his brother in Houston. His hobbies included golfing and gardening. He had an appreciation of a well-made SC Manhattan.

Mary P. Slowey

Mary P. Slowey of Mayfair on August 6, 2020 at the age of 93.

Mary was the beloved wife of Joseph P. Slowey, Sr for 67 years. Devoted mother of Frances Gerry (John), Joseph (Eileen Sheridan) and Teresa. Loving grandmother of Patricia, Susan Gallagher (Kevin), Christopher Gerry (Allie), Mary Teresa, Jolene and Mike Mola. Adored great grandmother of 9.

Mary was a proud graduate of Little Flower Catholic High School for Girl, class of 1944. She lived her faith everyday and attended daily mass when able.

Maria S. Borneo

It is with great sadness that the family of Maria S. Borneo announce her passing. Her struggles ended the night of July 30, 2020 at age 36.

Beloved daughter of Grace and Robert Lee and Stephen Borneo, sister to Jessica Borneo-Adams, also survived by her two daughters Abey Borneo, and Elizeth Valentin.

Despite her struggles, Maria Borneo was a loving and kind hearted mother. She was a graduate of Frankford High School in Philadelphia. She grew up playing the violin and loved softball. Maria was known by many people for her outgoing and loving nature and was friendly with everyone.

Bridget P. Fernandez

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.

Sr. Catherine Murray of the Holy Spirit, M.S.B.T.

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

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.