All Obituaries

Francis W. Rafferty, of Grays Ferry, Army Veteran, passed away on August 9, 2020 at the age of 82.  Former Philadelphia City Councilman, Former President of Grays Ferry Community Council. Beloved Husband of 56 years to Patricia (nee Sullivan) Rafferty.  Loving Father of Francis W. Jr., Peter J. (Elena), Thomas F. (Alisa), Mary Pat (Pete) Tobola and Michael J. (Razel) Rafferty.  Grandfather of Irena, Baby Mary, James, Ryann, Gloria, Christina, Nicholas, Alexander, Gabriella,...

John Patrick Tourish of Hainesport, NJ passed away on Monday, August 10, 2020 at the age of 90.  After a year of courageously battling cancer which included surgery, radiation, immunotherapy and countless doctor visits, John peacefully entered heaven with joy.    John was born in Philadelphia on May 24, 1930 to father John Patrick Tourish and mother Catherine Quinlan Tourish.  John and his younger brother Thomas were their parents pride and joy.  John is survived by...

David Christian Campbell, cherished son of Penny Campbell.  Brother of the late Gregory Campbell.  Survived by his daughters, Caela Montgomery, daughter of Michele Trecroce and Madilyn Campbell, daughter of Lindsay Troupe and granddaughter, Evelyn Dougherty.  Dearly loved by aunt and uncle Joanne and Alan Stiteler and cousins Erin and Brendan Stiteler and Caroline Campbell; his partner, Kristyn Shea and many friends.  Be at peace David.  Visitation with the family...

James "Burke" Cousart III, 71, of Philadelphia, passed away at his home on Monday, April 27, 2020.  Born on August 5, 1948 to the late James B. Cousart Jr. and Catherine C. Cousart (DiFilippo), Burke was raised in Yeadon, PA and was a 1966 graduate of Monsignor Bonner.  Burke was the beloved father of his two sons; Jamie Cousart (Mallery), Remy Cousart (Hailey) and his grandchildren; James and Kellan Cousart.  Loving brother of Robert Cousart (Robin), Lynn Strack...

George Z. Petas, 96, of West Chester, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.  He was the husband of Agnes (Diamanty) Petas.  Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Zikos and Ellen (Karamitsos) Petas.  George proudly served in the United States Army during World War II.  He was a member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Media, PA.  George was employed as a letter carrier for the federal government for many years until...

John J. V. Cook, age 91, formerly of Havertown,  passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 14, 2020 after a brief illness at his residence in Arbor Terrace, West Chester.  John was predeceased by his beloved Bride of 55 years, Helen Cook, nee Moore, his daughter  Veronica Cook and his siblings: Mary Wickas, Margaret Schubert, Rita Durning, Peter Cook, Julia Cook and Anna Cook.  He is survived by his children, Helen (John)Bossong, Julia (Stephen) Cutting and John(Melissa)...

LT COL. Charles Washburn Cadwallader USAF (Ret.), born 28 August 1923, Son of Charles and Helen, husband to MaryAnne (nee Friel) Cadwallader, father to Charles and Lee, died  15 February 2020.  Veteran of WWII, Korea, and Vietnam.  151 combat missions. Awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with 11 Oak Leaf Clusters , European African-Middle Eastern Campaign medal with 3 battle stars, test pilot for Republic Aviation  –   a fighter...

Joseph John Yancik, Jr., Ph.D., born December 1, 1930 in Mount Olive, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.  Joseph, the son of Joseph John Yancik, Sr. (deceased) and Anna Lorraine Gubach Yancik (deceased) of Mount Olive, Illinois, is survived by his daughters, Geri Anne Yancik McCafferty (Stan Weil) and Ellen Marie Yancik Finnerty (Michael Duffy Finnerty). Joseph is also survived by his grandchildren, Erin Shea Finnerty, Ryan Joseph...

                                                                                        Catherine Ann Lyman                                                ...

Patricia M. Breen, of Grays Ferry, passed away July 18, 2020 at the age of 73.  Loving companion of William “Billy Brownshoes” Johnson.  Beloved mother of Kelly Beason.  Loving grandmother of Madison Beason, Amanda Ortiz, Gabrielle Ferzoco, and Arthur Powell.  Great-grandmother of Lucian and Julian Ferzoco.  Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.  Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass 11:00 A.M. Saturday, July...