All Obituaries

Frank J. Costello, Jr., 66, of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2020. Born on June 22, 1954 in Phoenixville, PA he was the son of the late Frank and Angeline (Mastrangelo) Costello. He was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church. He is survived by: Brother, John Costello; Sister, Joyce Costello. Nieces and nephews: Michael husband of Cindy Costello; Frank Costello; John husband of the late Tina Costello; Kim Dettra. 2 Aunts, Ann Mysawka and Dolores...

Patricia A. (Donnelly) Valle, 54 of Reading, PA entered eternal life on Wednesday, September 16, 2020.  She was born on September 4, 1966 in Phoenixville, PA. Patti was a graduate of Northern Chester County Technical School and was employed by Candlewood Suites in Reading. She was the daughter of Rose M. (Shine) Donnelly of Phoenixville, PA and the late John F. Donnelly.  In additon to her mother she is survived by her son, Jarrett M. Valle, sister, Rosemary Donnelly, brother,...

Helen (Evasew) Holeva Simply, Helen loved life and will lovingly be remembered for the twinkle in her eye, her funny wit, the shrug of her shoulder, her sweet smile and just for being “Aunt Helen”.  She was the last of her generation, the connection for so many to childhood memories and family members that have gone before her. On Tuesday, September 15th, 2020 at the age of 90, Helen (Evasew) Holeva peacefully departed this earthly life “on the breath of...

Joseph N. Venezia, 64, husband of Carol A. (Brunke) Venezia of Pottstown, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020. Born on December 12, 1955 in Norristown, PA he was the son of Adelaide (Costello) Venezia and the late Norman J. Venezia. He worked as a Toll Collector for the PA Turnpike Commission for over 30 years. Joseph was a simple man with great love and dedication to his wife, children and family.  He was proud of his Italian heritage and enjoyed spending time with his...

Patricia A. (Tulish) Cooper, 87, wife of the late Harold J. Cooper, Sr. of Pottstown, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at home. Born on August 16, 1933 in Phoenixville, PA she was the daughter of the late Fred and Myrtle (Litka) Tulish. She is survived by 10 children: Wilma, Robin, Lori, Harold Jr., John, Rick, Charles, Larry, Wayne, and Bill. 34 Grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren. Sister, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her son,...

James J. Valko, 55, of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 in Seasons Hospice. Born on December 19, 1964 in Phoenixville, PA he was the son of the late Joseph F. and Margaret R. (Matonak) Valko. He attended school at Owen J. Roberts and graduated from Northern Chester County Technical School. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He participated in the Special Olympics and won many medals. Jim's greatest joy was spending time with his family. ...

Annamay T. (Geiser) Porchik, 85, wife of the late Andrew Porchik of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Monday, September 14, 2020 at home. Born on November 30, 1934 in Philadelphia, PA she was the daughter of the late Joseph Geiser, Sr. and Josephine (Walz) Geiser. She graduated from Nativity B.V.M. Business School.  After high school she did data entry at Ward Bakery, French's Mustard, then became mother and caretaker of the family  Annamay then worked in the Owen J. Roberts...

Donna R. (Sikora) (Scollon) Renn, 73, wife of John Stewart Renn, Jr. of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Monday, September 14, 2020 at home. Born on September 21, 1946 in Phoenixville, PA she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Lynne (Zora) Sikora. She worked as a Receptionist at Kistler Tiffany Benefits in King of Prussia, PA. Donna was a member of Washington Memorial Chapel where she sang in the choir. She enjoyed gardening and flowers. In addition to her husband she is survived by...

Louise N. Vance, 91, wife of the late Francis S. Vance of Kimberton, PA died on Sunday evening, September 6, 2020 in Phoenixville Hospital. Born on April 11, 1929 in Pottstown, PA, she was a daughter of the late John and Anna (Swetonich) Psota. Louise worked as a Registered Nurse at Norristown State Hospital, Chicago Hines VA, Pottstown Hospital, and Pennhurst State School. She was a member of  St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church in Mont Clare, the Phoenixville Hospital...

Thomas G. Sparano, 87, loving companion of the late Antoinette "Mitzie" Baynard, of Phoenixville, PA  passed away on Friday, September 4, 2020, Tom was born in Phoenixville, PA on December 23, 1932 to the late Angelo and Mary (Natale) Sparano. He graduated from Phoenixville High School and the Philadelphia Barber College. He served in the U.S. Navy on the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during the Korean War. Tom was a self-employed barber working in Philadelphia, Norristown, before...