Walter M. Hirst Walter M. Hirst, resident of Pennypack for over 60 years, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at the age of 85, surrounded by his family. Walter was a lifelong resident of Philadelphia and attended high school at Father Judge High School before leaving school early to enlist into the U.S. Navy where he earned his G.E.D.  He was a proud U.S. Navy veteran and retired from Philadelphia Electric (PECO) for over 30 years.  Walter was predeceased by his beloved...

Obituary for the late Lisa Linette Benjamin   Lisa Linette Benjamin, age 52 of the Passyunk section of South Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday September 20, 2023. Lisa was born March 06, 1971, to Deborah Dunlap and the late Lester Miller. Lisa attended and graduated from Phoenixville High School in Phoenixville, PA. Lisa furthered her education by receiving her Associates Degree in Computer Network Administration and later received a...

Deleana Marie Lento, 39, formerly of the Penny Pack section of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, Wednesday, September 13, 2023. “Leana” and “Dee” as family and friends affectionately called her was born on October 07, 1983, to Samuel  Lento and Carol Zuk. Deleana was a loving mother to her Nine-year-old son Bayne Bonnette and a devoted daughter.  Deleana attended and graduated from St. Dominic Catholic School and Archbishop...

Obituary for  James Vincent Gillespie James Gillespie, 58 of   Runnemede, NJ, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, August 21, 2023. James  Gillespie, aka “Jimmy” as he was affectionately known as, was born March 29, 1965,  to  Frederick Gillespie and Rita Ciardullo.  James graduated from Cardinal Dougherty Catholic School. Jimmy was self-employed as a Driver for Uber.  James was passionate about his family; he loved...

Obituary for the late Anthony Francis Gallagher Anthony Francis Gallagher, 48 of the Summerdale section of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, August 10, 2023,  in the comfort of his home. Anthony was born on August 26, 1974,  to  Robert Gallagher and Constance M. Parson.  Anthony is a graduate of Northeast High School. Anthony served his country as airmen in the United States Air Force. Anthony was a successful Electrician for 30...

.... Joseph William Gallagher Joseph William Gallagher, a resident of  Summerdale, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 07, 2023, at the age of 51.      Joseph's hobbies were fishing, and golf, and enjoyed watching the Eagles with family and friends. Joseph is survived by his Children, Wyatt & Cadence Gallagher, Stepfather John P.  Flaherty, Father Robert Gallaher, Sr, and siblings Robert Gallagher and Anthony F. Gallagher as well as nieces, nephews,...

Obituary for the late Samantha L. Santiago Samantha L. Santiago, 52 of the Holmesburg section of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, August 6th, 2023, in the comfort of her home. Samantha was born May 30th, 1971, to Henry Head Betsy Caroline Porter. She was a very loving Wife, great Mother, awesome Grandmother, and beautiful Sister. Samantha was gainfully employed for years, with Graphic Communications, as Pressman Operator.  Samantha was passionate...

Ardell Gordon (nee Smith), 97, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away at 05:25  AM, Saturday, March 11th, 2023, at York Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.  “Ardell,” as family and friends affectionately knew her, was born in Mecklenburg County, Chase City, VA on August 8, 1925, the daughter of the late Maggie (Mosley)  and Earnest  Smith. Ardell migrated to Washington D.C., and while a resident of the District of Columbia, began her training at Nursing...

Karen Ann Lowry passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at the age of 65. Karen was a lifelong resident of (Mayfair) Philadelphia and graduate of Abraham Lincoln High School. She was the previous owner/operator of Karen's Custom Karriers. Karen was predeceased by her parents, John Lowry and Alice Lowry, brother John Lowry and dearest Grandmother Mary Striet. She is survived by her beloved wife Christine Patrick, her Aunt Catherine Gabriel, and Uncle...