Obituaries

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...

Karen M. Cormick

Karen M. Cormick

Aug 14, 2025

Karen M. Cormick, 68, of Souderton, PA, peacefully passed away on August 14, 2025, at her daughter's home.

Born on May 10, 1957, in Phoenixville, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Dorothy (Beluch) Wolarik. Karen was a devoted member of Calvary Chapel in Chalfont, PA, where she found joy and community.

Known for her creativity, Karen had...

Christine Shay "Tina" Devaney

Christine Shay "Tina" Devaney

Aug 12, 2025

Christine Shay Devaney, affectionately known as Tina, passed away peacefully at her home on August 12, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on February 2, 1970, in Phoenixville, she spent her formative years nestled in the embrace of her hometown, eventually attending Phoenixville Schools.

Tina was a gifted artist whose passion for creativity knew no bounds. She poured her heart...

Anne F. (Winnick) Rabenold

Anne F. (Winnick) Rabenold

Aug 12, 2025

Anne F. (Mayo) (Winnick) Rabenold, 84, beloved wife of Norman F. Rabenold and the late Eugene G. Winnick, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

Born on February 15, 1941, in San Diego, CA, Anne was the cherished daughter of the late David and Mary (Burke) Mayo. A dedicated professional, she worked with General Electric/Lockheed Martin in King of Prussia...

Frank R. Brewer, Jr.

Frank R. Brewer, Jr.

Aug 8, 2025

Frank Brewer

October 1932 — August 2025

Frank Brewer, 92, of Kimberton, PA passed away peacefully in August 2025. Frank was born in Kimberton in 1932 to the late Frank and Mildred Brewer. He spent a great deal of his time growing up on his grandfather James Brewer’s farm in Kimberton. He attended East Pikeland Elementary School and graduated from Phoenixville Area...

Bailey B. Parducci

Bailey B. Parducci

Aug 7, 2025

Bailey Barron Parducci of Arlington, VA, age 32 years, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025. 

Born and raised in Berwyn and Valley Forge, PA, she was the dearly loved daughter of Mike and Betsy Parducci and life partner of Caton Fuller. 

Bailey was a fiercely talented and intellectually curious woman. Her ambitions and interests helped define her, with her particular fascinations...

Bernard W. August

Bernard W. August

Aug 7, 2025

Bernard W. August, 78, husband of Betty (Reber) August, of East Coventry, PA passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at home.

Born on May 5, 1947 in Phoenixville, PA he was the son of the late Bernard and Esther (McDonald) August.

He served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War.

He worked at the former...