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07/23/2025

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07/20/2025

Mary Jane Scarborough (née Adams), a lifelong resident of Newtown, PA, passed away peacefully at the age of 98. Born in 1927, Mary Jane was a woman of deep faith who found joy in nature, cardinals, animals, and above all, her beloved family.

She was predeceased by her parents, Catherine and ...

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07/19/2025

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07/18/2025

Barbara Jeanne Scott, 78, of Langhorne, passed away peacefully at home on July 16, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Born Barbara Jeanne Craig on April 26, 1947 at Frankford Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Daughter of Richard Craig and Elizabeth Sweeney.
She is survived by her Spouse James J. Sc...

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07/18/2025

For over 90 years, the Givnish family has served Philadelphia-area families with care and compassion. At Life Celebration, we continue that legacy with a personal approach to remembrance. Learn more at lifecelebration.com

07/17/2025

Susan J. Saurman (81) of Doylestown, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at Westley Enhanced Living Doylestown. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, Dudley S. and Suzanne G. Saurman of Langhorne Manor, PA. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Sue grew up in Langhorne Manor, and was a graduate of Geor...

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07/16/2025

Honoring, Remembering, and Celebrating the Life of Joan Frances McGhee...

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07/15/2025

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07/13/2025

Alice M. (Gunser) Betts passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 10. She was 91 years young.

Born on the family farm in Dolington, Alice was the daughter of the late Frieda and William Gunser, Sr., and sister of Peggy Holland and the late Kathryn Scott and William Gunser, Jr.

She att...

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07/12/2025

Michael George “Mike” Jerista, 80, of Philadelphia, PA, died on July 8, 2025 at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Community Living Center in Philadelphia, PA.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, PA on June 11, 1945, he was the son of the late Michael J. and Emily E. (née Baloga) Jerista.

Mik...

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07/11/2025

Every life has a unique story, and we’re here to help you celebrate it. At Life Celebration by Givnish, we create services that reflect the people you love most through memories, meaning, and personal touches that truly matter. Discover more at lifecelebration.com

03/08/2025

RASSIER, Shirley Louise (nee Armstrong), age 93, of Northeast Philadelphia passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025, surrounded by family. Shirley was born on November 5, 1931, in Philadelphia to James and Dorothy Armstrong.

Shirley grew up with her parents and three siblings: Marc, ...

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03/07/2025

Gladys E. Lurie, age 92, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at The Bridges at Warwick with her family by her side. Gladys was the former wife to the late Thomas F. Schied, Sr. and was widowed by her husband, Bertram S. Lurie who passed away in 2024.

Gladys loved life, people, fami...

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03/04/2025

David Charles Mille, of Brackney, PA, passed away on February 25, 2025. He was 62 years old. Born on June 1, 1962, in Abington, PA, he was the cherished son of Ralph E. and Virginia (Peale) Miller. A spiritual man, he brought laughter, music and friendship to anyone who needed it.

David s...

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03/04/2025

Marguerite “Susan” Cei, of Horsham, PA, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025. She was 78 years old. Born on February 21, 1947 in Philadelphia, PA, she was the loving daughter of Mary Rose Spanogle and William Joseph Gourley.

Susan grew up with a strong love of swimming, training for hours...

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03/03/2025

Judith B. Hess, age 71, of Langhorne, PA., passed away on Wednesday February 26, 2025 at St. Mary Medical Center in Middletown Township. Born in Bronxville, NY., Judy was a resident of Middletown Township. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Ursinus College in 1975. She served as a paraleg...

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02/23/2025

Tahmina Ferdousi, of Langhorne, PA, passed away at home on February 16, 2025 at the age of 69. Born September 19, 1955 to Bazlur Rahman Majumder and Azima Rahman, in Cumilla, Bangladesh; Tahmina was the beloved wife of Michael Miller, loving mother of Sebastian Rahman Miller, and her immediate famil...

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02/21/2025

GRILLI, Violet E. (Betty), (nee Chalmers), 97, of Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on Feb. 13, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA. She was the daughter of the late William & Violet (Minke) Chalmers. Betty was an avid Eagles & Phillies fan, enjoyed baking, especially her holiday cookies, cooking for ...

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02/20/2025

Marshall "Marty" Louis Stoltz of Bristol, PA passed away on February 10, 2025 at the age of 81. Marshall was born in Philadelphia on June 7, 1943 to Claire (Winokur) and Harry Stoltz.

He graduated Olney High School and worked18 years at Food Fair/Pantry Pride working his way up to store mana...

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02/20/2025

Family and friends of John B. Means of Newtown, PA, are saddened to announce his passing on February 11, 2025 at the age of 86 years, after an extended illness.

John grew up in Kansas City and received three degrees (BA, MA, PhD) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in Languag...

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02/20/2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our father, Lewis G. Demyan on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Born on January 1, 1929 in Wildwood, NJ, he was the loving son to Lewis and Marie (Dankleman) Demyan.

Lewis spent his career climbing the ranks at Bell Atlantic ultim...

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02/20/2025

In Loving Memory of John L. Hills
A Life Well Lived
It is with deep sorrow and profound gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of John L. Hills, who left us peacefully on February 12, 2025. Born on February 25, 1940, in St. Petersburg Florida, John was a beloved husband, fa...

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02/20/2025

Philip Joseph DeColli, of Havertown, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at Bryn Mawr Hospital with his family by his side. He was 95 years old.

Born in Philadelphia on February 13, 1930, he was the loving son to the late Pasquale and Lenora DeColli. Phil was a proud 1948...

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