Local Obituaries for Jacob F. Ruth Funeral Directors in Philadelphia, PA
Vincent James Kerper
Jul 18, 2026
Vincent James Kerper, 19, of Wyndmoor, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on July 18, 2026. He was a graduate of Springfield Township High School (2025) and was committed to Ithaca College to study Physical Therapy and run track. Vincent loved listening to all genres of music and hiking with friends and family. He was a...
John Potter Stockton Stallings
Jul 16, 2026
John Potter Stockton Stallings, who everyone knew as Stocky, passed away peacefully on July 16th, 2026. He is survived by his two beloved daughters, Eliza and Maegan, and his loving wife Margaret, and predeceased by his sister Jeannie, father, John and mother, Jeanne.
Stocky attended Chestnut Hill Academy and Ohio University. He had a diverse career but got the most joy...
Theodore Fonash
Jun 27, 2026
Theodore “Ted” Fonash, cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away June 27, 2026. Known for his easy-going nature and commitment to loved ones, Ted's warmth and kindness touched many lives, leaving a lasting legacy of love that was constant, steady, and unmistakable.
Some people leave their mark on the world through grand gestures. Others leave it through quiet strength, unwavering...
Bessie Zarafonitis Stroh
Jun 18, 2026
Bessie Zarafonitis Stroh, social worker, educator, and writer, died Thursday, June 18, 2026. She was 69.
She lived in Fort Washington with her husband of 33 years, Justin G. Stroh.
Bess was born on February 19, 1957, in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, the daughter of Ruth Wilbur Kingsley and Peter Louis Zarafonits. The youngest of three children, she spent her childhood in...
Margery Josephine Friel
Jun 17, 2026
Margery “Josephine” Friel (née McHugh) passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026.
Born on October 18, 1944, Josephine was born in Mallymore, Milford, County Donegal, Ireland.
She is survived by her sisters, Benny Langley of Australia and Vera (Mike) McConellogue of Canada; her brother, Seamus (Bernie) McHugh; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Ian Patrick Quigg
Jun 10, 2026
Ian Patrick Quigg, age 30, of Manayunk formerly of Wyndmoor, died suddenly on June 10, 2026. A graduate of Springfield Township High School, where he lettered for three years in varsity baseball, bringing home several District titles.
He is survived by his mother Denise (nee Dick), his siblings Timothy, Katie and Jack, his niece Carmin, his grandparents John & Denise Quigg,...
Josephine H. Boden
Jun 6, 2026
Josephine H. Boden 1926-2026
Josephine Harman Boden (Joe) passed peacefully on June 6, 2026. In April she celebrated her 100th birthday with her family & friends. Josephine was a resident at Cathedral Village, Philadelphia, where she has lived since 2019. While a resident there, she was genuinely loved and cared for & was a special addition to their community. Prior to...
Mary Frances McNally Walsh
Jun 1, 2026
Mary Frances McNally Walsh peacefully passed away from Parkinson's Disease on June 1, 2026. She was born in Philadelphia on December 14, 1944.
Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband, William Barry Walsh, and her beloved parents, Evelyn and Bernard McNally. She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Johnson, her sisters, Claire Dickson and Denise Dougher (Joseph), her brother,...
Stephen P. Bartlett
Jun 1, 2026
Stephen P. Bartlett of Mount Airy died suddenly, on June 1, 2026. Born in New York City, he lived in Manhattan’s Upper West Side until he left to study at Harvard University. It is there where he met his future wife, Alexandra (nee Sartori); they married in 1963. He then earned his Masters in Urban Planning and in 1968, he...
Michael J. Cunningham
May 25, 2026
Michael J. Cunningham, son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, and a lifelong Philadelphian, died on May 25.
He was 79.
Mike fought a valiant battle against Alzheimer’s Disease at the end of his life, which eventually robbed him of his voice, but not his trademark smile. He passed in the company of his wife, Debbie and children, Colleen and...
Patrick Joseph Crimmins
May 21, 2026
Patrick Joseph Crimmins, of the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, passed away on May 21, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on October 1, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, Patrick was the eldest child of John Michael and Lucile O’Malley Crimmins. He was raised in Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill neighborhood alongside his eight younger siblings. He earned both bachelor’s and master’s...
Laura Rachel Dean Phelan
May 14, 2026
Laura Rachel Dean Phelan, 88, of Oreland, PA peacefully left this world on May 14th, 2026, and we will think of her in every sunlit room with the curtains flung open, every time our hands smell of tomato vines, in every cool breeze that ushers in a thunderstorm, and in each and every one of the small moments that thread...
Peter Adrian Grove
May 6, 2026
Beloved teacher, storyteller and environmental advocate, Peter Grove passed away peacefully at his home in Narberth, Pennsylvania, on May 6, 2026. He was, quite simply, one of a kind, a legend. Over his 82+ years, Peter touched the lives of countless people through his passion for science and the environment, his humor and kindness, his generosity, and his unwavering commitment...
Lynn Martin Trocky
Apr 30, 2026
Lynn Martin Trocky-73, of Cape May Court House, NJ passed on April 30, 2026 surrounded by family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband John Monahan.
Lynn was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Edward V. Trocky, Sr & Mary Dwyer Trocky. She graduated from Cecilian Academy and Chestnut Hill College. Lynn enjoyed spending time with her...
Victor Santantonio
Apr 15, 2026
Victor Santantonio, 86, formerly of Chestnut Hill, PA, passed away suddenly on April 15, 2026, after a brief illness in Chestnut Hill Hospital. He was surrounded by family and friends, both present and by phone line.
He was born on October 23, 1939, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Victor and Giuditta (nee Colussi) Santantonio. His sister, Ada, preceded him in...
Diane L. Whelihan
Apr 13, 2026
Diane L. Whelihan, a devoted teacher and cherished sister, passed away on April 13, 2026, at the age of 60. She found her calling in the classroom—especially with her Pre-K students, who ran to her each morning and proudly called her "Miss Diane." She was known for greeting each child with a calm smile and making everyone feel safe, seen,...
Lydia E. McAuliffe
Apr 12, 2026
Lydia E. McAuliffe died at home in Chestnut Hill on April 12, 2026, with her two daughters by her side, at the age of 94.
She was born on March 1, 1932, in Germany and raised in the Netherlands. During World War II, Lydia was displaced from her parents due to their involvement with the Dutch resistance, and lived with her...
Maria Rosa Chiodo
Apr 5, 2026
Maria Rosa Chiodo, age 95, of Chestnut Hill died peacefully on April 5, 2026. She was the wife of the late Silvio Chiodo. Maria is survived by her daughter Pierlisa Steo (Frank), her son George (Teresa), her grandson Nicholas, and her nieces and nephews, George, Michael, Mary Elizabeth and Antonella. Relatives and friends may call at Our Mother of Consolation...
Clifford C.R. Hood
Mar 30, 2026
Clifford Charles Randolph Hood, recently of Wyndmoor, died on March 30th, 2026. He was the former president of C.C.R. Hood & Company, Inc., an advertising and public relations firm for 40 years.
His clients included a wide range of fields from retail and industrial companies to colleges and retirement communities. They included such names as Cathedral Village, where he resided for...
Charlotte Costa Kleis
Mar 30, 2026
Charlotte Costa Kleis, a distinguished professor and beloved member of the academic community, passed away on March 30, 2026, at The Hill at Whitemarsh. Born on November 4, 1936, in Detroit, Michigan, she led a life marked by remarkable scholarly achievement, dedicated service, and genuine warmth toward those around her.
Charlotte's academic journey was notable and rigorous. She earned her Bachelor...
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