Obituaries

Dominick V. "Bingo" Viola, Jr.

Dominick V. "Bingo" Viola, Jr.

Jan 25, 2025

Dominic V. "Bingo" Viola, Jr., 75, of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025.

Born on April 11, 1949 in Phoenixville he was the son of the late Dominic V. Viola, Sr. and Mary Jean (Poteete) Viola.

He served in the United States Army and completed two tours during the Vietnam War.

He worked as a Machinist/Welder for Werner Stone and...

Dale C. Gerrish

Dale C. Gerrish

Jan 23, 2025

Dale C. Gerrish, 76, husband of Carol A. (Wilson) Gerrish of Spring City, PA passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

Born on August 24, 1948 in Houlton, ME he was the son of the late Donald and Beatrice (Rand) Gerrish.

He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam war on the River Boat Patrol. 

He worked for Bell Telephone/Verizon for 35...

Sara Jo "Sally" Wosczyna

Sara Jo "Sally" Wosczyna

Jan 23, 2025

Sara Jo (Yeager) Wosczyna, known to her family and friends as Sally, 69, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on January 23, 2025. She was the daughter of ZoAnne Yeager and the late John W. Yeager. Sally is survived by her five children: Matthew Wosczyna and his wife Mae, Stephanie Dean, Michelle Kelly...

F. Shirley Detwiler

F. Shirley Detwiler

Jan 20, 2025

F. Shirley Detwiler, 95, wife of the late Donald R. Detwiler, Sr. of Phoenixville, PA, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025, at Brandywine senior living.

Born on August 5, 1929, in Glenmoore, PA, she was the daughter of the late R. Elwood and Margaret (Keen) Potts.

Shirley worked as a business administrator up until her retirement. She was a member of...

Osmond "Oz" Mincarelli, Jr.

Osmond "Oz" Mincarelli, Jr.

Jan 17, 2025

Osmond "Oz" Mincarelli, Jr. age 78, husband of Kathleen E. (Kenney) Mincarelli of Phoenixville passed away on Friday , January 17, 2025.

Born in Norristown, PA on August 10, 1946, he was a son of the late Osmond Sr. and Rose (Picone) Mincarelli.

Oz worked for Federal Express in King of Prussia and at the same time he proudly served and retired...

Linda E. Tammaro

Linda E. Tammaro

Jan 13, 2025

Linda E. (Hunt) Tammaro, 70, wife of Frank Tammaro of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025 in Paoli Hospital.

Born on September 10, 1954 in Phoenixville, PA she was the daughter of the late Donald and Elaine (Dolny) Hunt.

She worked as a Cafeteria Service Manager at Sacred Heart School in Royersford, and also a Crossing Guard, and babysitter.

Linda...

Miguel Antonio Pimentel

Miguel Antonio Pimentel

Jan 12, 2025

Miguel Antonio Pimentel, known as Mike, 64, husband of Elaina M. Pimentel of Phoenixville, PA passed away in his home on Sunday, January 12, 2025.

Born in Phoenixville, PA on July 25, 1960 he was a son of the late Juan Manuel Pimentel Arroyo and the late Mary Belle (Johnson) Scott.

Mike worked as a Sales Support Associate at Globus Medical in...

Rose M. Donnelly

Rose M. Donnelly

Jan 10, 2025

Rose M. (Shine) Donnelly, 91, wife of the late John F. Donnelly, Sr. of Phoenixville passed away in her home on Friday morning, January 10, 2025.

Born on March 3, 1933 in Phoenixville, PA she was a daughter of the late Francis and Augusta (Benkoski) Shine.

Rose retired from the Container Corporation of American. She was member of St. Mary of the...

Rozanne Marie McKeever

Rozanne Marie McKeever

Jan 9, 2025

 Rozanne Marie McKeever, born on April 2, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025, in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.

Rozanne is lovingly remembered by her sons, Keith Miehlke (Danielle) and Mark Miehlke (Tracy); her cherished grandchildren, Santana and Keith, her brother Lawrence McKeever (Donna), and her sisters Patricia Hoban (Edward) and Regina Donahue (Andrew). She is also survived by...

Gloria L. Raef

Gloria L. Raef

Jan 8, 2025

Gloria Lou (Durham) Raef, 94, wife of John R. "Jack" Raef of Audubon, PA passed away quietly on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.

Born on June 18, 1930 in Peoria, Illinois she was the daughter of the late William and Bessie (Gordon) Durham.

Gloria worked as a Real Estate Agent at Weichert Real Estate in Blue Bell for many years. She worked in...

John R. Detweiler

John R. Detweiler

Jan 7, 2025

John R. Detweiler, 79, husband of Morgan A. (Ragsdale) Detweiler of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 in Phoenixville Hospital.

Born on April 19, 1945 in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of the late James and Betty (Hoffman) Detweiler.

John was a father. John was a good father. John was a great father. He was a man; imperfect,...

Mary R. Gabrill

Mary R. Gabrill

Jan 7, 2025

Mary R. Gabrill

November 27, 1921 – January 7, 2025

Mary R. Gabrill, devoted wife of the late Charles (Gib) Gabrill died peacefully at Sacred Heart Senior Living Center. Mary recently celebrated her 103rd birthday before entering divine peace on Tuesday, January 7 th , 2025.

Mary was born on November 27, 1921, to the late John and Rose (Cutillo) Coccia and grew...

Robert J. Jonik

Robert J. Jonik

Jan 6, 2025

Robert J. Jonik, 92, husband of Janine J. (Wyszynski) Jonik, of Kimberton, PA passed away peacefully during his sleep on Monday, January 6, 2025.

Born on July 1, 1932, in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of the late Joseph W. and Rose (Pientko) Jonik.

He was a graduate of Roman Catholic High School, Class of 1950, where he led the Bowling...

Robert S. Peffle

Robert S. Peffle

Jan 4, 2025

Robert Stanley Peffle, affectionately known as "Bob" or "Peff," passed away on January 4, 2025, in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, at the age of 48. Born on April 4, 1976, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Bob lived a life defined by his dedication to family, education, and his enduring passion for soccer.

A proud alumnus of LaSalle College High School’s Class of 1994, Bob was...

Jean Marchegiano

Jean Marchegiano

Jan 4, 2025

Jean (Fizz) Marchegiano, 94, of Spring City, PA passed away in her residence on Saturday, January 4, 2025. She was the wife of the late Joseph A. "Gaggy" Marchegiano.

Born on March 23, 1930 in Pottstown, PA she was a daughter of the late William and Eva (Hartman) Fizz. Jean retired from Shared Medical Systems. She enjoyed crocheting, antiquing, and going...

John M. Keithley

John M. Keithley

Dec 29, 2024

John M. Keithley, 68, husband of the late Katrina M. (Hartmann) Keithley of North Coventry passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at home.

Born of March 7, 1956 in West Chester, PA he was the son of the late John and Frederica (VanderHeide) Keithley.

He was a graduate of Northern Chester County Technical School.

John worked at Deveraux in Devon and then...

Thomas P. Schmidt, Jr.

Thomas P. Schmidt, Jr.

Dec 26, 2024

Thomas “Tom” P. Schmidt Jr.

October 7, 1962 - December 26, 2024

Tom, affectionately known as "Doc," "Rock," "Schmidty," “Tommy,” and "Bop," rang his final bell at the age of 62, signaling the end of a life lived boldly and on his own terms. Born and raised in Olney, PA, Tom eventually established deep roots in Phoenixville, PA, where he became a...

Robert T. Francis

Robert T. Francis

Dec 21, 2024

Robert T. Francis, 68, husband of Mary B. (DiNicola) Francis of Pottstown, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, December 21, 2024.

Born on May 11, 1956 in Phoenixville, PA he was the son of Mary T. (King) Francis and the late Merrill R. Francis.

Bob worked as a carpenter for Benner and White Construction for over 30 years. He...

Barbara Ann Musser

Barbara Ann Musser

Dec 17, 2024

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Barbara Ann (LePore) Musser, 80, wife of Glenn Martin of Phoenixville, PA. She passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.Born on July 22, 1944, in Laurel, MD she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Peggy (Tuttle) LePore.After graduating from Pallotti High School, the NSA hired Barbara to work in cryptography...

Pasquale Fatale, Jr.

Pasquale Fatale, Jr.

Dec 14, 2024

Pasquale Fatale, Jr., 87, husband of Rochena M. (Chico) Fatale of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at home.

Born on February 5, 1937 in Camden, NJ he was the son of the late Pasquale Fatale, Sr. and Maria (Boffa) Fatale.

He worked for the Port Authority in Lindenwald, NJ and after retirement he worked at St. John's Lutheran...