Local Obituaries for Jacob F. Ruth Funeral Directors in Philadelphia, PA
William L. Nurnberg
Jun 2, 2021
WILLIAM L. NURNBERG, age 82, on June 2, 2021 of Philadelphia. Graveside service with military honors was held Friday, June 11, 2021, 11AM, at Greenmount Cemetery.
Carl J. Schubert, Jr.
Jun 1, 2021
CARL J. SCHUBERT, JR., age 89, of Brandon, FL formerly of Philadelphia. Graveside service with Air Force Honors Saturday, June 12, 2021, 10AM at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
David Morris Ligerman
May 31, 2021
David Morris Ligerman, on May 31, 2021 of Miami, FL. Graveside Service Monday, June 21st, 12:00 noon at Rose Hill Cemetery, 411 Susquehanna Rd., Ambler, PA 19002 (corner of Butler Pike).
Daphne Nichols Herbert
May 31, 2021
In Memoriam Daphne Nichols Herbert October 21, 1938 — May 31, 2021 Daphne Nichols Herbert died peacefully at home following a long illness. Born Daphne Mary Foster in London just prior to World War II, a daughter of Christian missionaries, Daphne survived the German blitz of London and later, as a young child, the Arab-Israeli conflicts occurring during the formation...
Margaret Dickey Mong
May 16, 2021
Margaret Dickey Mong October 16, 1921 - May 16, 2021 Margaret Mong (née Dickey) 99, of Stoystown, on May 16 at her daughter's home in Philadelphia. Wife of the late Vernon Mong; Survived by daughters Stacey (Douglas) MacBride and Paige (Melvin Erickson) Minick; also grandsons William Minick, Andrew (Allison) MacBride and Peter (Katherine) MacBride; Great grandmother to Winslow, Cooper, George...
Anthony J. Galante
May 8, 2021
GALANTE ANTHONY J. GALANTE, on May 8, 2021 of Glenside. Survived by his wife Alice, his son Charles and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service is private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Jefferson Homecare & Hospice, 2510 Maryland Rd., Suite 250, Willow Grove, PA 19090 or Asplundh Cancer Pavilion, 3941 Commerce Ave., Willow Grove, PA 19090.
Daria B. Stewart
May 4, 2021
Daria B. Stewart, 92, died unexpectedly May 4, 2021 at Abington Memorial Hospital. She was born August 20, 1928 in Kulpmont, PA. Daughter of Peter Bohaczyk and Anna (Petsushak). In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her siblings: Tilly (Pelak), Olga (Wolf), Anna (Purcel), Stella (Melia), Andrew Bohaczyk, Melanie, (Way), Mary (Maurer), Peter Bohaczyk. She is survived by...
Judith R. DeFelice
May 3, 2021
DeFELICE Judith R. DeFelice, age 94, on May 3, 2021 of Chestnut Hill. Beloved sister of the late Vincent J. DeFelice, Jr., Frances Powers, and Ellenjane DeFelice. Survived by her nieces Melanie and Sheila, nephews Kevin and Thomas, 6 grandnieces, 6 grandnephews, 3 great grandniece & nephews. Funeral Mass and interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made...
Frances D. McKinney
May 3, 2021
McKINNEY FRANCES McKINNEY (nee D’Lauro) Entered into Eternal Life on May 3, 2021 at the age of 93. Loving wife to the late James T. McKinney for 44 years. Beloved mother to Susan (Gary) Nordland, James (Colleen) McKinney, Anthony (Elizabeth) McKinney, Mary (Brian) Gallagher, Jody (Donald) Sweeney. Proud grandmother of Erin, Benjamin (Regina), Tyler, Patrick (Laura), Joseph, Katie (Riley), Kevin,...
Dorothy Louise Fowler
May 1, 2021
FOWLER DOROTHY LOUISE FOWLER, age 93, on May 1, 2021 of Mount Pleasant, SC. Funeral Mass Friday, May 14th, 11AM at Holy Cross Church, 140 E. Mt. Airy Ave., Phila., PA 19119. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Anthony Kroch
Apr 27, 2021
Anthony (Tony) Kroch, Professor Emeritus of Linguistics at the University of Pennsylvania, died of cancer at the age of 75 on April 27th in his home in Philadelphia. He was attended by his wife, family, and dedicated caregiver, Joyce Allen. Anthony was born to German Jewish refugees, Adolph and Hilde Kroch, who fled the Nazis following the arrest of his...
Edward B. Putnam
Apr 24, 2021
Edward (Ned) B. Putnam was born to Alfred and Anne Putnam on September 1, 1953. He was the baby of the family. His sister, Anne, and brother, Alfred, always joked he was his mother’s favorite. The first word anyone uses to describe Ned is kind. He was known for his gentle nature and quiet charm. With a twinkle in his...
Mary Anne McNelis Myer
Apr 22, 2021
“Polly” Myer, 93, of Chestnut Hill, died at home surrounded by family on April 22. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, class of ‘48, and Mount St. Joseph Academy ‘44, Polly’s greatest passions were children and education. She taught for more than 40 years in Philadelphia public schools, specializing in early education and The Head Start Program. In 1956...
Emma Fn'Piere
Apr 17, 2021
Emma Fn’Piere, age 95, on April 17, 2021 of Mt. Airy. Wife of the late Dr. Clery Fn’Piere. Survived by her sons, Patrick and James and her granddaughter Francesca. Visitation Saturday, May 1st, 10AM at Holy Cross Church, 140 E. Mt. Airy Ave., Phila., PA 19119. Funeral Mass 11AM. Live-stream of the Funeral Mass is available on the Holy Cross...
Charles M. Hepburn
Apr 16, 2021
HEPBURN Charles McGuffey Hepburn of Philadelphia, passed away in his residence on April 16, 2021. Husband of the late Ann Biddle Hepburn, he is survived by his children Susan Huberty, Kathryn Lyons, James Hepburn, and Anne Ore. He was preceded in death by his son Samuel B. Hepburn. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 11:00 AM Friday,...
Helen Campagna
Apr 14, 2021
Helen Campagna, age 99, died April 14, 2021 at St. Joseph Villa in Flourtown. She is the sister of Gloria and the late Marie. A Funeral Mass was held Tuesday, April 27, 2021, 10:30AM in the Chapel at St. Joseph Villa, 110 W. Wissahickon Ave., Flourtown, PA 19031. Interment was in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Clarence A. McGowan, Jr.
Apr 6, 2021
Clarence A. “Otto” McGowan, Jr., 85 Clarence Aloysius McGowan, Jr., 85 of Chestnut Hill, died on Tuesday April 6, 2021 due to complications from metastatic melanoma. The eldest of a sister and three brothers, Mr. McGowan was born to Mary Ellen (McKeever) McGowan and Clarence McGowan, Sr. in Philadelphia. He attended St. Athanasius School, St. Joseph’s Preparatory School and the...
Clarke Van Sant
Mar 29, 2021
On Monday morning, March 29, 2021, Clarke Van Sant, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away at the age of 83. Clarke was born on October 5, 1937 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was a talented hospital architect in Philadelphia, having designed Jefferson Hospital, served as the President of the Carpenters’ Company, and led M.P.B. as an executive partner, just to...
Norma Margaret Glenn
Mar 26, 2021
IN LOVING MEMORY OF NORMA M. GLENN Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother Norma Margaret Glenn, “Nornie” (nee Klaumenzer) of Chalfont, PA, formerly of North Wales, PA, formerly of Mt. Airy, PA died peacefully on Friday, March 26, 2021 at the age of 86. Norma will be lovingly remembered by her children Michael (Janis), David, Stephen (Lisa), Kevin (Mary Ellen), Patrick...
Virginia "Ginny" Darden
Mar 20, 2021
Virginia’s Life Story Virginia “Ginny” Darden was born September 12, 1946 to the late Andrew Hill and surviving Betty Mae Coates. She was the third oldest of six children (James (d), Christine, Glenn (d), Paulette (d), and Floyd Jr.). Virginia was educated in the Philadelphia School system. Virginia completed her high school degree from Simon Gratz High School. She then...
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