All Obituaries

David R. Tighe,  age 77, of Gray's Ferry  passed away on Thursday, April 2 2020.  Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late David V. and Josephine M. (Cassella) Tighe. David is survived by his brother Joseph P.( Marie). Uncle of seven and great uncle of twelve. Lifetime Parishioner of St. Aloysius and St. Gabriel. A private Funeral Mass and interment will be held for immediate family only. In lieu of flowers contribution's may be made in  memory...

On Wednesday, March 18, 2020 James F. McCullough Jr.,also known as Bud, loving brother and friend passed away at the age of 81. Jim was born on September 10, 1938 in Philadelphia, PA  to James and Isabelle (McCoy) McCullough. He later resided in West Chester Pa. Jim served in the US Air Force for four years.  He received his Undergraduate Degree from West Chester University and a Master’s Degree in Informational Sciences from Penn State University.  He retired from...

John A. Murray, III, age 63, of Schuylkill, passed away on March 22, 2020.  Son of the late John A. & Anne (nee O'Hara) Murray.  Loving brother of Thomas (Trudy), Francis (Joyce), and Daniel Murray.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass and Interment are private.  A Celebration of Johnny's life will be held at a later date.  

It is with great sadness that the family of Karen M. Henofer announce her passing on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at Penn Hospice at the age of 65.  Born June 27, 1954 in Bryn Mawr, PA to the late Ira and Mary Auch, Karen was one of ten children.  Karen was pre-deceased by her adoring husband, Joseph Henofer, in 2018 and is survived by son Michael Shuck of York, PA, his fiance Dana Mallory, and granddaughters Haley and Taylor Shuck.  She is also survived by sisters Elizabeth Rudder...

Steven Gourley, of Grays Ferry, passed away on March 10, 2020 at the age of 58.  Army Veteran.  Caring, compassionate friend and brother who would do anything for anybody.  Loving Brother of Kathleen Diering, Evelyn Gourley, Donna Gourley, and the late Michael and Deborah Gourley.  Also  survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Mass 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 16th at St. Gabriel's Church, 29th & Dickinson...

Charles J. McGinley, III, of Havertown, formerly of West Philadelphia, passed away on March 16, 2020 at the age of 77.  Army Veteran.  Graduate of West Catholic and LaSalle University. Retired claims adjuster with the Veterans Administration's Office.   Son of the late Charles J. and Mary E. (nee Conlan) McGinley.  Survived by brothers William C. (Suzanne) and Thomas J. McGinley. Services and interment are private.    

Gilda "Jill" (nee Curcuruto) Smith, age 94, passed away on March 6, 2020.  Resident of Plush Mills Senior Living, formerly of Yeadon (over 60 years), raised in South Phila.  Loving wife of 62 years to devoted husband Carl Smith.  Loving mother of Richard C. (Teresa R.) Smith and Susan J. Smith both of Springfield, PA.  Loving Grandmother (Nanny) to Christina and Michael Smith.  Loving sister of Lydia DeBiase of Holland, PA.  Longtime employee of the...

UPDATED SERVICE INFORMATION:  In light of recent events, the memorial service for John H. Earlen has been temporarily postponed and will not be held on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.  Please continue to check the website in regards to an updated date and time for the service.  John H. Earlen, 69, of Exton, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, March 9, 2020.  He was the husband of Vicki L. (Brown) Earlen and the son of (the late) John and...

Frances M. Rafferty of Townsend, MA formerly of East Lansdowne, PA passed away on February 26, 2020 at the age of 97.  Animal lover.  Sister of the late John E. Rafferty.  Loving Aunt of Sean (Kimberly) Rafferty and Linda A. (Karl Sandhu) Rafferty.  Great-aunt of Matthew & Sean Rafferty.   Frances was always a kind, gentle and compassionate soul. She was born and raised in East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, where she attended St. Cyril’s Elementary School,...

Grant A. Muldoon, 83 of West Chester, PA passed away at home on February 26, 2020 surrounded by his family after a long illness. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects at a funeral mass on March 6, 2020 at Saint Peter and Paul Catholic church at 1325 Boot Road in West Chester PA.  A Visitation will commence at noon and the mass of Christian burial is at 1:00 P.M. Mr. Muldoon was born on January 2, 1937 in Upper Darby, PA. He was the beloved son of Richard and Margaret...