Local Obituaries for Jacob F. Ruth Funeral Directors in Philadelphia, PA

Jan 23, 2022

Lillian L. Hebert, age 76, on January 23, 2022 of Philadelphia. Visitation Friday, January 28, 2022, 9AM at Our Mother of Consolation Church, 9 E. Chestnut Hill Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118. Funeral Mass 10AM. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Jan 22, 2022

Jan 9, 2022

Charles Sterne III, avid hiker and longtime fund-raiser at Curtis, dies at 74 Over nearly three decades, he helped the prestigious music school fund its tuition-free scholarship program, build a new residence hall, and secure its financial stability. by Gary Miles Published in the Philadelphia Inquirer Jan 26, 2022 Charles Sterne III, 74, an effective and valued fund-raiser at Curtis...

Jan 6, 2022

Joseph Rafferty, age 75, passed away suddenly on January 6, 2022. He is survived by his wife Mary, daughter Holly Rafferty New (Tom), grandsons Luke and Tommy, and brother Terry Rafferty (Eileen). He was a loving husband, great dad and a proud Pop to his grandsons. Relatives and friends may call at Holy Cross Church, 140 E. Mt. Airy Ave.,...

Jan 5, 2022

Nives Primus (nee Puntel), age 92, on January 5, 2022 formerly of Wyndmoor. Wife of the late Jerry Primus. Visitation Tuesday, January 11th 9AM at St Genevieve Church, 1225 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, PA 19031. Funeral Mass 10AM. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Jan 3, 2022

Arthur C. Leaphart, Jr died peacefully in his sleep on January 3, 2022 at the age of 82 in Philadelphia. Arthur was born on May 3, 1939 in Philadelphia to Hattie and Arthur Leaphart. He was one of eight siblings and the oldest boy. Arthur is predeceased by his parents, his son Arthur C. Leaphart, III, his brother Bernard Leaphart...

Dec 29, 2021

BONGIOVANNI RITA M. BONGIOVANNI (nee Zimmaro), age 90, on December 29, 2021. Wife of the late Anthony P. Bongiovanni. Survived by her children, Mimi and John, 5 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren. Graveside service Monday, January 3, 2022, 11AM at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please gather at the cemetery office on Cheltenham Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to...

Dec 28, 2021

Thomas Dolan IV, celebrated conservationist with an insect named after him, dies at 98 Influential in creating flood plain zoning to protect urban watersheds, he championed many local wetland preservation projects. by Gary Miles Published Philadelphia Inquirer Jan 10, 2022 Thomas Dolan IV, 98, of Lafayette Hill, a celebrated conservationist who identified a new category of mayfly; the former executive...

Dec 15, 2021

Linda Scolavino Howell, age 53, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2021, after a seven-year long and heroic battle with colon cancer. She was initially given a much grimmer prognosis, doctors saying she may only live one more year, but despite all the fear that comes with sudden life-altering news, Linda summoned the will and strength to defy those odds...

Nov 27, 2021

N. Wayne Kressley Wayne Kressley passed away on November 27, 2021 in Philadelphia, PA. at Keystone House. Born July 14, 1936 in Philadelphia, Wayne grew up and attended school in Lansdowne PA. He was the eldest child of Nevin R. Kressley and Janet Seel Kressley. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Ursinus College and a master’s degree in physical therapy...

Nov 23, 2021

LeeAnn Hildebrand-Dahme went to be with the Lord and her parents on November 23rd, 2021 at Chestnut Hill Hospital with her family by her side. Beloved daughter to the late Roy and Adelaide Hildebrand. Wife to David E. Dahme for 25 years. Mother to Danielle and Timothy. LeeAnn was known as a fanatic of the Philadelphia Phillies since she was...

Nov 13, 2021

JOSEPH ANTHONY HUTTER (JOE) Joe Hutter celebrated his 90th birthday in May 2021 and his 71st Wedding Anniversary on October 7th. Joe died on November 13th following a long illness. Joe’s long life is a tribute to his ability to withstand adversity, to accept what life handed him and to do so with a smile or a quip for everyone....

Nov 8, 2021

LINCK CHARLES RICHARD “Dick” LINCK, age 86, on November 8, 2021 of Germantown. Son of the late Charles and Amelia (nee Wimmer) Linck. Contributions in his memory to First United Methodist Church of Germantown will be appreciated.

Nov 2, 2021

Gary Philip Baker, 69, passed on to his new life in his home, surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren, on Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Gary was a loving husband, son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. His passion and integrity to his faith and to those he loved was unwavering. Gary was born on June 19, 1952 to Shirley...

Nov 2, 2021

GERARD JOSEPH MALONEY passed away on Tuesday, November 2nd, All Soul’s Day, following a 10+ year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Gerard is survived by his loving wife, Marie Nuara Maloney. He is also survived by his daughter, Meghan Maloney Barber (Russell) and his son, Paul Charles Maloney (Samantha). Also survived by his siblings, Col. James Maloney (Rita), William Maloney (Evelyn),...

Oct 27, 2021

BARBARA SHRIVER (nee Ortino) passed away on October 27, 2021 surrounded by her family, following a 12 year battle with Lymphoma. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Charles, and her beloved Beagle, Jewel. She is also survived by her daughter, Suzanne (Daniel) and her beautiful granddaughter, Ella. Barbara grew up in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy. She was a...

Oct 25, 2021

Celebration of the Life of Miserain Rodriguez Soto Miserain Rodriguez Soto was born in Barrio Montaña, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, to Pablo Rodriguez Sosa and Juana Soto Román on Dec 26, 1920, but he always celebrated his birthday on November 22. Miserain was the first son of 10 children (Zoraida, Ricarda, José Ángel, Gloria, Laura, Jorge, Pablito, Placido and Enrique). As...

Oct 23, 2021

Buffy Red Feather Brown Buffy Brown was born in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 29, 1928. As the first born to Hattie Branch Newell and Levy Newell I; her parents delighted in her bright, energetic personality and beauty. As a little girl, Buffy delighted in spending the entire summer split between her paternal and maternal grandparents who both lived in...

Oct 21, 2021

PUTNEY THOMAS F. PUTNEY, age 90, on Oct. 21, 2021, of Blue Bell, formerly of Chestnut Hill. Beloved husband of the late Teresa (nee Kilfoil). Father of Sharon Hargadon (William), Sally Tidwell (David), Thomas Putney (Pamela), Elizabeth Sullivan (Jeffrey). Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 259...

Oct 18, 2021

Jeffrey Alan Hoeltzel, beloved son of the late Rev. Russell and Virginia Hoeltzel, passed away peacefully in hospice care on October 18. He was educated in the Avon-Grove and Garnet Valley School Districts, and graduated from Central High School in Philadelphia. He subsequently earned a B.A. in History with honors at Drew University and an M.Sc. in International History with...