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09/05/2025

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08/26/2025

Wreath

Mary Ann August 22, 2025 age 81. Beloved wife of the late Robert John Wreath. Devoted mother of Dan (late Kelly) and Stephen (Megan). Grandmother to Danielle, Ryan, Kian, Kinley and Makenna.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Mary Ann’s family Thursday, August 28th 9:15-10:45 AM St. Katherine of Siena Church 9700 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19114 followed by Funeral Mass 11 AM. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers donations to Alzheimer’s Association 399 Market Street Suite 250 Philadelphia, PA 19106 would be appreciated. alz.org

Arrangements by: VISCONTO FUNERAL HOME, INC.

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08/25/2025

08/22/2025

Stepp

Bette Ann (Houghton) Stepp, beloved wife, mother, Nanny, and friend, passed away surrounded by family on August 17, 2025, at the age of 81.

Born in Philadelphia on January 28, 1944, to the late Newton and Ethel (Price) Houghton, Bette was the middle of three children, growing up with her two brothers, Bob and Joe. She attended Mastbaum High School and, at the age of 17, met John, the love of her life. Together they built a marriage of nearly 59 years and created a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and family traditions.

Bette dedicated her life to her family. She was happiest as a wife, mom, and nanny, and she poured her heart into creating a warm and loving home. She took pride in being a homemaker, known for hosting Sunday dinners and nearly every family gathering, where she brought everyone together and made each occasion special. She was the sweetest, most selfless person, always there to listen and always showing unconditional love. Beyond her family, Bette was also a great friend to many, and her warmth and kindness touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Bette is survived by her devoted husband, John Stepp; her children, Suzanne (Rick) Prather and Jay (Kelly) Stepp; and her five grandchildren whom she adored, Rick (Bailey), Emily, Grace, Brooke, and Jamison. She is also survived by her brother Joseph (Carol) Houghton, her brother-in-law Steve (Esther) Stepp, two nieces, three nephews, and their families.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Robert Houghton, sister-in-law Sally Houghton and her mother-in-law Julia Sweeney.

Bette’s legacy will live on in the countless memories she created with her family and friends, and in the love she instilled in all of them. To her family, she was the best wife, mom, and Nanny anyone could ever hope for, and she will be deeply missed every day.

“Her greatest joy was her family, and her greatest gift was the love she gave them.”

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Bette’s family Friday, August 29th 12-2 PM VISCONTO FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2031 Vista Street (Vista & Large Sts.) (Ample parking and handicap accessibility in rear of building) followed by 2 PM Prayer Service.

In lieu of flowers donations to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Wounded_Warrior_Project would be appreciated by Bette’s family.
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08/21/2025

Today marks the end of an era for us here at Visconto Funeral Home. Dan, our go to guy celebrated his last day of working with us. Dan is off to college tomorrow!

Dan, we wish you all the best in your new endeavors at Kutztown University.

Please join us in sending positive vibes and well wishes to our good friend.

We’ll start!

Dan, we wish you everything good. Don’t do anything we wouldn’t do, never forget where you come from, always be proud to be a “Judge Guy” oh! and please make sure you call your mom!

Thank you for everything!

08/06/2025

Rodio

Stella (nee Krzywicki) August 4, 2025 age 99. Stella was the daughter of the late Vincent and Pauline Krzywicki, beloved wife of the late Ralph Rodio. Sr. and cherished mother of Ralph Rodio, Jr.

Stella was one of the original members of Resurrection of Our Lord Church which is where relatives and friends are invited to attend Stella’s Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, August 9th 10:30 AM Resurrection of Our Lord Church 2000 Shelmire Avenue Philadelphia, PA. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem, PA

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07/29/2025

Cugine

Donald Joseph July 27, 2025 age 91. Donald was born September 22nd, 1933. Donald was a loving husband to his wife of sixty-one years, Alice Patricia Cugine (née Carden.) He was a devoted father to his children Donald (Donna), Joseph (Colleen), Steven (Gloria), Martin and Jennifer (Bill). Loving Grandfather to Gabrielle (Dan) Valentina, Joseph (Megan), Nick (Amelia), Carly, Matthew, Natalie (Ross), Stephanie, William, Allison and Victoria and a wonderful great-grandfather to Vittoria, Leo, Kendall, Cameron and Gia.

Donald grew up in West Philadelphia where he met Alice. He served proudly in the US Army, achieving the rank of Sergeant First-Class. Don and Alice moved to Mayfair in 1963, he had a long, successful career at Hirsch Arkin Pinehurst as a sheet metal mechanic where he progressed to a technician and then Project Manager before starting his own company, Aldon systems, which he ran until age 70.

Don will be remembered for his quiet kindness, sage wisdom, dedicated work ethic and unflagging dedication to his family and loved ones.

Relatives and friends are invited to Don’s viewing Thursday, July 31st 9:30-10:45 AM Old Saint Andrew Roman Catholic Church 135 S, Sycamore Street Newtown PA followed by 11AM Funeral Mass. Interment Washington Crossing National Cemetery Newtown, PA at a future date.

You can bet dollars to donuts that Don is in heaven with his wife Alice, and she has candy.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Cugine Scholarship Fund, c/o St. Matthew Rectory, 3000 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19149 or stmatthewmayfair.org

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07/21/2025

Brownsey

Daniel P., July 20, 2025. Age 85.

The following was lovingly composed by Daniel‘s family.

Our beloved and much celebrated Dan Brownsey passed away on Sunday, July 20th at the age of 85. He is reunited with his wife Sally, whom he was married to for 59 years. Big Dan was the loving father of Kellie (Greg) Steller, Danny, Kathi, son-in-law Chris, Jimmy (Mona), and cherished Pop-Pop of Nicholas, Caroline, and Shannon. Dan was part of a great Irish and English family and joins his Dad, Mom, sister Marge, brothers John, Andy, and Larry in heaven. He was brother in-law to Mona Schlussel, Jimmy Grant, and Patsy Grant. He is also now re-connected with his heavenly Grant family including brothers-in-laws Jack, Sonny, Bob, and Gary and sisters-in-laws Mary, Peggy, and HelenAnn. Uncle Dan loved his all of his nieces and nephews, and was Godfather for many.

Dan was born to Lawrence and Mary Kathleen (Dooner) Brownsey on October 3rd, 1939 in Philadelphia. He grew up in Lawncrest and was part of Saint William’s parish. In Lawncrest, “little Nuker” met life long friends like John Fitzmartin and Joe Clark. (We know Joe and he are having a beer in heaven now!) Dan went to Father Judge High School and graduated as part of their first class in 1957. He also went to Drexel University and became a brilliant engineer for Raytheon (formerly United Engineers), where he worked for almost 40 years.

Dan met the love of his life, Sally, when she started working as a hairdresser for his sister Marge. Dan and Sally married on April 27, 1963. Dan and Sally dedicated their lives to raising their 4 children in the Burholme section of Philadelphia. Dan spared no expense or time for his family - whether it was a pool or playground trip to Jardel, a summer trek to the beach, or even a cross country train trip to California, to visit Uncle Jack and Aunt Mary. He also “loved the Jersey shore” and rented the Roman’s 68th street house in Sea Isle City for 26 years.

Dan also appreciated the arts. He loved opera and attended many live performances with Sally. He liked classical music and had tickets to the Kimmel Center for many seasons. He was an avid traveler and his travels took Sally and he all over the world. In his later years, he relished his winter breaks in San Diego, CA then in Clearwater, FL. Dan was a great chef, having learned his skills as a short order cook in the Merchant Marines. While Dan could cook anything, his breakfasts were his pride and joy - especially on Sundays at Whitaker Avenue or down the shore. We will also miss his Irish coffee with hand whipped cream in his custom Irish coffee glasses.

Dan was the epitome of a Philly sports fan. He never missed a Phillies game on TV and often enjoyed the simple pleasure of listening to the ball game outside in his backyard, on the 68th street deck, or on the beach. Likewise he loved the Eagles and our fall and winter Sunday family dinners were either at half time or after the game. He had no lack of words for what the Phillies bull pen or the Eagles quarterbacks did wrong. He watched Flyers games and college basketball and took his kids to many Philly sports’ games. He even liked attending a Father Judge football game at Northeast high school.

Relatives and friends are invited to call Thursday July 24th, 9:00am-10:45am and to a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am; both will be at Resurrection of Our Lord, 2000 Shelmire Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. Internment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dan’s name to Father Judge High School at https://www.friendsoffatherjudge.com/crusader-campaign.html

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