All Obituaries

James F. Squadrito Sr M.D., 97, formerly of Springfield, PA & Longport, NJ passed away on September 26, 2023 at United Methodist Communities the Shores, Ocean City,NJ James (Jim) was born on May 28, 1926 in Philadelphia , Pa , the oldest child of the late Peter and Elizabeth Squadrito He grew up in South Philadelphia, graduated from Central High school.  While attending Villanova University during WWII, he was drafted into the army where he served as a...

Timothy C. Rickards, Sr. 65 of Upper Darby, PA passed away peacefully on September 29, 2023. Devoted father of Timothy (Janet) Jr., Keith (Caroline), David and Kerri Rickards; Cherished  grandfather of Andrew and Brandon; Loving brother of Charles (Donna), Thomas (Janet), Joanne, Karen (Dino) Liberatoscioli, and Terry (the late Joe) Whitesell; Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday, October 5, 2023 5:30pm O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Rd. Springfield,...

On September 29, 2023, Doug Farrell, 72, passed away peacefully, after an inspiring journey with multiple myeloma, for many, many years.  He was surrounded by his devoted wife, Kate (nee O’Hagan); his loving children, Andy (Maureen), Bridget (Steve), and Michael; and his adoring grandchildren, Jack and Maggie Farrell, and Doug and Bridget Mead.  He is also survived by his brother Larry (Donna) Farrell, sister Susan Young, and numerous nieces and nephews.   Doug...

Joseph T. Begley III, Joe, 74, of Clifton Heights passed away peacefully on September 29, 2023. Joe was the son of Joseph and Marion Begley and born in Philadelphia and later lived in Briarcliffe and Holmes, PA. He graduated from Cardinal O’Hara High School and Temple University. Joe was a Certified Public Accountant .Although retired, he maintained his credits and continued to practice for his friends. He served as Secretary Treasurer for the Michael Menichini Scholarship Fund from...

Dorothy J. Rooney, 77 of Drexel Hill passed away peacefully on September 28,2023.   Dorothy was the daughter of the late Thomas J. Rooney and Dorothy T. Rooney and was born in West Philadelphia, Pa. She graduated from West Catholic Girl’s High School in 1963 and received her bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Joseph’s University. She was a member of Saint Andrew’s Church in Drexel Hill....

Deacon Thaddeus C. Raczkowski, 81, originally of South Amboy, New Jersey, more recently of Newtown Square, PA, died peacefully on September 27, 2023. Thaddeus or “Ted,” as he was commonly known, was the son of Thaddeus Sr. and Regina Roskowski of South Amboy, New Jersey. He graduated from St. Joseph’s College in Philadelphia with a B.A. in English and Philosophy in 1964. Ted’s lifelong career of service to others began with his completion of a law degree (J.D.) at...

Theresa E. (Moore) Dieter, 93 of Media, PA passed away peacefully on September 26, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Francis J. "Bob" Dieter; devoted mother of Robert M. (Carol) Dieter, Patrick M. "Pat" Dieter and the late Kevin F. Dieter M.D.; mother-in-law of Margie Dieter; loving grandmother of Barbara (Colin), Sandy (Mike), Michael, Ryan (Julia), Ashley (Nick) and Amanda (Will) and great grandmother of Kevin, Bella, Kayla, Colton, Leo and Bodie; Sister of Annie...

Julietta (Julie) Margaret Missimo, 86, of Philadelphia, passed away at her residence on Sunday, 24, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Edward McGinley and Hannah (Boyce) McGinley. She was the beloved wife of Walter (Ed) Missimo, with whom she shared 65 years of marriage. Julie attended West Catholic Girls' High School and after raising her family, worked for Fidelity Bank for 18 years. After retirement, she was a steward of Christ and loved teaching the...

Elizabeth “Libby” Ann (nee: Sizemore) Boyer, 72, of Springfield, PA was surrounded by loved ones when she passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 23, 2023, going to her eternal home. A native of Coal City, WV, she moved to Media, PA, at the age of 7. She met her beloved husband, Chuck, in 1968 while working at the Swarthmore Acme. Soon after getting married in 1970, they moved to Anchorage, AK so Chuck could serve in the Air Force. Upon return, she resumed her career at...

Helen Elizabeth Ryan, 73, of Collingdale, PA, passed away on September 21, 2023. She was surrounded by friends and family. She was born on August 3, 1950, to the late Helen and Edward Hoban. Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Michael Ryan. Helen will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her brothers Ed (Tina) Hoban and Joe (Ellen) Hoban; her son Jeffrey (Tracey) of West Chester and her daughter Stacey of Collingdale; grandchildren...