Obituaries
Frank W. Andrews
Jan 2, 2026
Frank W. Andrews, 85, husband of the late Nancy J. (Benjamin) Andrews of Downingtown, PA passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026.
Born on May 27, 1940 in Phoenixville, PA he was the son of the late Dr. Emrys W. and J. Frances (Spare) Andrews.
He was a graduate of Phoenixville High School and then worked as an Industrial Heating Specialist for...
Albert VanBrunt
Jan 1, 2026
Albert VanBrunt, 74, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away at Paoli Hospital on January 1st, 2026.
Born on November 30, 1951, in Wilmington, DE he was the son of the late John and Margaret (Blye) VanBrunt.
He was employed by SMS Great Valley for many years as a systems analyst and programmer.
He was a member of Boys Scouts of America where he acted...
Gary M. Stec, Sr.
Dec 31, 2025
Gary M. Stec, Sr., 70, husband of Sharon M. (Wood) Stec of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 in Lankenau Hospital surrounded by family.
Born on January 29, 1955 he was the son of the late Frank Stec and Verna (Zsenyuch) Stec.
He graduated from Northern Chester County Technical School in 1972 and dedicated 50 years to AC Miller...
Dolores B. "Dee" Sirgenson
Dec 31, 2025
Dolores (Batzel) "Dee" Sirgenson, 92, wife of the late Robert F. Sirgenson, Sr. of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
Born on September 27, 1933 in Phoenixville, PA she was the daughter of the late Harry C. and Cecilia A. (Roman) Batzel.
Throughout her life, Dee dedicated herself to her family, initially as a homemaker and later contributing in...
Carol Ann Bazik
Dec 30, 2025
Carol Ann Bazik, 82, wife of Michael J. Bazik, Jr. of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 peacefully at home with her husband by her side
Born on September 14, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA she was the daughter of the late Ann Mildred (Meisle) Bertram and the late Joseph H. Bertram.
Throughout her career, she contributed her skills working...
Joseph Stephen Petko
Dec 28, 2025
Joseph Stephen Petko, of Stuart, Florida, died on December 28, 2025 peacefully at his residence surrounded by his wife, three daughters and son. He had celebrated his 89th birthday on Thanksgiving Day (November 27th).
Joseph was the son of the late John Joseph Petko and Anna Maria Petko (nee Grosko), Philadelphia, PA. He was the beloved husband of Frances Patricia “Pat”...
Robert Jacob Kunsch, Sr.
Dec 27, 2025
Robert Jacob Kunsch, Sr., 95, beloved husband of the late Marian Elizabeth (Doebling) Kunsch, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away on December 27, 2025.
Born on April 2, 1930, in Phoenixville, PA, he was the cherished son of the late Jacob and Helen (Katona) Kunsch. Robert proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, displaying a commitment to...
Julia Ann Potts
Dec 26, 2025
Julia Ann Varady Potts unfortunately passed away on December 26th, 2025.
Julia was born in Phoenixville Hospital on December 29th, 1970.
Survived by her husband William J. Potts, her son William K Potts, her mother Geraldine Varady and her partner Armando Pellegrin, her brother Joseph J Varady husband of Kathy, her niece Kayla Varady, her nephew Joseph ( Cos) Varady, her Sister...
Donald J. Maxton
Dec 22, 2025
Donald J. Maxton, 91, husband of Judith M. (Westcott) Maxton of East Coventry, PA passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025.
Born on October 29, 1934 in Phoenixville, PA he was the son of the late Jones N. and Florence (Schoenstein) Maxton.
He was a graduate of Phoenixville High School. He dedicated two years of his life to service in the United...
Glen Michael Greenawald
Dec 21, 2025
Glen Michael Greenawald, 75, of Macungie, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on December 21, 2025, following complications from Alzheimer’s disease.
Born on November 3, 1950, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, Glen was the son of the late Margaret Marie (Christ) Greenawald and Glen W. Greenawald. He was raised in Schuylkill Haven, PA, where he graduated from Schuylkill Haven High School in...
Bryan F. Hansbury
Dec 14, 2025
Bryan F. Hansbury, age 77, beloved husband of Barbara (Brezski) Hansbury of Phoenixville, PA, peacefully passed away at The Meadows at Shannondell on Sunday, December 14, 2025.
Born on June 20, 1948, in Philadelphia, PA, Bryan was the cherished son of the late Bernard and Margaret Mary (Lautenbacher) Hansbury. He received his education from the Missionary Servants of the Most Holy...
Dennis E. Trego
Dec 13, 2025
Dennis E. Trego, age 76, beloved husband of Maureen K. (Laudenslager) Trego, peacefully passed away on December 13, 2025, at the Phoenixville Hospital.
Born on December 15, 1948, in Phoenixville, PA, Dennis was the cherished son of the late Edward and Sophie (Sierzega) Trego. He graduated from Spring-Ford High School in 1966, furthering his education with an Associate’s Degree from Peirce...
Catherine M. Steinmetz
Dec 8, 2025
Catherine M. Steinmetz, 75, of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025 at home.
Born on May 16, 1950 in Philadelphia, PA she was the daughter of the late William R. and Lillian A. (Pronsati) Steinmetz.
She was an Insurance Agent for Murray Insurance Agency, Phoenixville and also Bookkeeping at the Columbia Hotel.
Catherine was a member of St. Ann Catholic...
Elaine Elizabeth Biester
Dec 7, 2025
Elaine Elizabeth (Bursich) Biester, 59, wife of Richard Edward Biester, of Paoli, PA, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Born on December 31,1965 in Drexel Hill, PA she was the daughter of Mary Ann (Siwinski) Bursich and the late Edward A. Bursich.
Elaine was employed by SEI Corp as a project manager and operations specialist for more than 30 years. She...
Robert M. "Bo" Gray
Dec 5, 2025
Robert M. Gray, aged 77, beloved husband of Dolores (Wallence) Gray of Phoenixville, PA passed away on December 5, 2025 at the Southeastern Veterans Center in Spring City, PA.Born on November 11, 1948, in Phoenixville, PA, Bo was the son of the late Robert J. and Gloria (Rosenberger) Gray. A proud 1967 graduate of Phoenixville High School, he was a...
Gail P. Raichle
Dec 3, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gail P. Raichle, 78, of Phoenixville, PA on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Born on June 29, 1947 in Phoenixville, PA she was the daughter of the late Frank and Frances (Dunmore) Peirson.
She was a 1965 graduate of Phoenixville High School where she lettered in field hockey and lacrosse.
Gail worked in...
Ronald F. Hartman
Dec 3, 2025
Ronald F. Hartman, 72, of Phoenixville, PA passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.Born on February 22, 1953 in Gettysburg, PA he was the son of Delores J. (Myers) Hartman and the late Jack E. Hartman.Ron was a 1972 graduate of Methacton High School.He was an Electrician for Universal Machine Company in Stowe.A devoted Philadelphia...
Edward James Higgins
Nov 21, 2025
Edward James Higgins, 91, husband to Geraldine Ann (Kisucky) Higgins for 60 years, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away at home on November 21, 2025.
Born on January 14, 1934, in Trenton, NJ. Ed was the son of the late Bernard and Kathryn (McGovern) Higgins.
Ed graduated from LaSalle College in Philadelphia and served in the Naval Reserves. Ed had a long, successful...
Susan D. Clements
Nov 21, 2025
Susan D. Clements, age 74, of Honey Brook, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 21, 2025 at Tel Hai Retirement Community in Honey Brook, PA.
Born on May 20, 1951, in Malvern, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late John R. Menkins and Elizabeth Clements. Susan dedicated 44 years of her life to her role as a secretary...
Patricia A. Gerrish
Nov 20, 2025
Patricia A. (Zahorchak) Gerrish, 74, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday November 20, 2025. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Born on June 4, 1951, in Phoenixville, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Helen V. (Yusko) Zahorchak.
Patricia dedicated 42 years of service as a Postal Worker at the Southeastern Mail Center in...

