Obituaries

Gloria "Jeana" DeNicola

Gloria "Jeana" DeNicola

Oct 17, 2025

Gloria Jean "Jeana" DeNicola, 81, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17, 2025.

Born on March 23, 1944, in Phoenixville, she was the cherished daughter of the late Antonio and Elizabeth (Petrillo) DeNicola. Jeana dedicated a significant portion of her career to the Housekeeping/Laundry Department at the Phoenixville Hospital, where she was known for her diligence and caring...

Thomas R. Benyo

Thomas R. Benyo

Oct 14, 2025

Thomas R. Benyo, 96, of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

Born on September 2, 1929 in Phoenixville, PA he was the son of the late John and Anna (Osisek) Benyo.

He was a Registered Professional Engineer and Vice President of Gannett Engineers in Camp Hill, PA. He was Manager of the Civil Section involved in Domestic Engineering Projects...

Dorothy L. Anderson-Bey

Dorothy L. Anderson-Bey

Oct 13, 2025

Dorothy L. Anderson-Bey, 86, of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025 in St. Luke's Hospital.Born on May 18, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA and raised in Phoenixville, PA she was the daughter of Frank Travis-Bey and Julia (Brown) Travis-Bey.She was a graduate of Phoenixville High School.Dorothy dedicated her career as a Teacher's Aide at the Phoenixville Area Children's...

Julia A. Bonik

Julia A. Bonik

Oct 13, 2025

Julia A. (Demeter) Bonik, 91, wife of the late John Bonik of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025 in Phoenixville Hospital.

Born on November 4, 1933 in Pottstown, PA she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Shandor) Demeter.  She devoted her career to Paoli Hospital, where she served as a nurse’s aide, X-ray technician, and,...

Cheryl J. Howell

Cheryl J. Howell

Oct 11, 2025

Cheryl J. (Wright) Howell, 81, wife of Lonnie Howell, of Norristown, PA, passed away at home on SATURDAY October 11, 2025.

Born on May 23, 1944 in Phoenixville, PA she was the daughter of the late Claudius and Mae (Parker) Wright.

She was employed by General Electric for many years and was a hardworking woman for 30 years.

In addition to her husband...

Anna V. Pidhajny

Anna V. Pidhajny

Oct 10, 2025

Anna Veronica (Markow) Pidhajny, 87, wife of the late John Pidhajny Sr., of Phoenixville, PA passed away October 10, 2025 in Phoenixville Hospital.

She was born September 16, 1938 in Kluczbork, Poland.

She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Phoenixville, PA.

Anna loved gardening, animals and her dog.

She is survived by her son, John Pidhajny Jr., husband of...

Johanna W. Niccolls

Johanna W. Niccolls

Oct 1, 2025

Johanna W. (Erkelens) Niccolls, 95, wife of Charles A. Niccolls, Jr. of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at home.

Born on September 5, 1930 in Patterson, NJ she was the daughter of the late Nicholas Erkelens and Christine (Garritsen) Gersh.

She was a Department Manager for Bond's Department Store in Drexel Hill, Delaware County.

Johanna had a passion for...

Dianne P. Wassel

Dianne P. Wassel

Sep 27, 2025

Dianne Priscilla (Skatz) Wassel, “Dee”, of Royersford and formerly of Phoenixville, aged 88, peacefully passed away on September 27, 2025, at Pottstown Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph T. Wassel, who predeceased her on June 30, 2015.

Born in Paoli on August 13, 1937, Dianne was the daughter of the late Anthony and Dorothy (Aceto) Skatz. She...

Patricia J. Nagle

Patricia J. Nagle

Sep 25, 2025

Patricia J. (Kasuba) Nagle, 65, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away in her home on September 25, 2025.

Born on November 28, 1959, in Phoenixville, PA, Pat was the beloved daughter of the late John G. and Louise T. (Aikens) Kasuba. She dedicated her career as an Administrative Assistant to the Vice President at Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, where she was known for her...

Nancy T. Simon

Nancy T. Simon

Sep 24, 2025

Nancy T. (Toth) Simon, age 89, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles Simon, Jr.

Born on March 2, 1936, in Reading, PA, Nancy was the daughter of the late John and Irma (Martin) Toth. 

She dedicated her career to bookkeeping, teaching CCD at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and served...

Maryann Peters

Maryann Peters

Sep 16, 2025

Maryann (Jones) Peters, 81, wife of the late James Torrens, of Pottstown, PA, passed away on Tuesday September 16, 2025 in Allentown, PA.

Born March 18, 1944 in Pottstown, PA she was the daughter of the late Donald G. and Mary A. (Kline) Jones.

She was employed by Pottstown School District for many years.

Maryann loved shopping, donating and was a NASCAR fan.

She...

Dr. Peter H. Giannopoulos

Dr. Peter H. Giannopoulos

Sep 16, 2025

Dr. Peter H. Giannopoulos, 94, beloved husband of the late Jacqueline M. (Drescher) Giannopoulos, of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. He was born on September 4, 1931to the late Harry and Renee (Kereacakos) Giannopoulos.

Dr. Giannopoulos served honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War and later at the Valley Forge General Hospital during the...

Thomas Joseph Haggerty Sr

Thomas Joseph Haggerty Sr

Sep 15, 2025

Thomas Joseph Haggerty Sr., 84, husband of Margaret "Peg" (Skay) Haggerty of Phoenixville, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 15, 2025.

He was born on March 18, 1941, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late James Paul and Agnes Haggerty.

Thomas worked for PECO for 26 years and was a huge Philadelphia Eagles fan (GO BIRDS!).He enjoyed spending time doing...

Gary Douglass Spohn

Gary Douglass Spohn

Sep 8, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gary Douglass Spohn April 23, 1941 – September 8, 2025.It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Douglass Spohn, 84, of Birchrunville, PA. A devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend, Gary passed away peacefully at home on September 8, 2025, after facing glioblastoma with quiet strength for almost two years. He continued to...

Linda L. Ottaviano

Linda L. Ottaviano

Sep 7, 2025

Linda Lee (Pierce) Ottaviano, 77, of East Coventry, PA passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Born on October 1, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY she was the daughter of the late Howard F. Pierce, Sr. and Virginia C. (Valvo) (Pierce) Stubblebine.

She was a graduate of Collegeville - Trappe High School, Class of 1965.

A dedicated member of her community, Linda worked as...

Patricia Ann Miller

Patricia Ann Miller

Sep 1, 2025

Patricia "Patty" Ann Miller (Brown), 71, from Phoenixville, PA, passed away on September 1, 2025 at home.

Patricia was born in West Chester, PA to the late Jay and Margaret Brown (Proskay).

Patricia graduated from Phoenixville Vo-tech with her Cosmetology license. Later she went on to Immaculata University and Brandywine School of Nursing. She then passed the nursing boards and received her...

Frances C. Ewing

Frances C. Ewing

Aug 22, 2025

Frances C. (Brickhouse) Ewing, age 82, beloved wife of James I. Ewing, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday evening, August 22, 2025.

Frances was born on September 29, 1942, in Norfolk, VA, to the late Grady Francis Brickhouse and Sybil (Pinkham) (Brickhouse) Pieczonka. Throughout her life, Frances exemplified the virtues of love and kindness as a devoted wife and...

Ernest T. Derkas

Ernest T. Derkas

Aug 20, 2025

Ernest T. Derkas, who celebrated a remarkable century of life, peacefully passed away at home on August 20, 2025, at the age of 100. He was the beloved husband of the late Helen (Wolf) Derkas and resided in East Nantmeal.

Born on July 11, 1925, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Ernest was the cherished son of Peter and Josephine (Kimmage) Derkas. He dedicated...

Frederick A. "Fritz" White, Jr.

Frederick A. "Fritz" White, Jr.

Aug 20, 2025

Frederick A. "Fritz" White, Jr., 67, of Royersford, PA passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at home.

Born on February 15, 1958, in Phoenixville, PA, he was the cherished son of the late Frederick A. and Esther (Cook) White.

Fritz enjoyed a fulfilling career as a System Engineer for Motorola, where he played a key role in installing cell sites across...

Raymond John Hoffman

Raymond John Hoffman

Aug 20, 2025

Raymond John Hoffman, 93, of Malvern, PA, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025. 

Born on August 3, 1932, Raymond lived a long and impactful life, marked by a diverse career. In his early years, he worked for the Pittsburgh Press, The Pittsburgh Playhouse, KDKA TV, and Big Brothers of America. After a stint as a manufacturer’s representative, he returned to...