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191 30 PHILA. DAILY NEWS MAR. 31, 1993 Deaths Mary Jefferson Cook; concerned for justice by Jim Nicholson Daily News Staff Writer Mary E. Jefferson "Nan" Cook, who maintained a razor-sharp sense of social justice throughout her life, died Monday. She was 75 and lived in West Philadelphia.

Nan Cook never forgot why her father came to live in Philadelphia. The alternative was to die in Augusta, Ga. It was turn-ofthe-century Georgia and Nan's father, Wilson J. Jefferson, was a journalist and college graduate. His work was published in the Manchester Guardian and the London Spectator, as well as U.S.

newspapers, including the old Philadelphia Ledger. He was a man who would have attracted attention anywhere. And for a black man in that time and place, Jefferson attracted a lot of the wrong kind of attention from the wrong people. He was a member of the Niagara Movement, out of which came some of his friends and associates such as W.E.B. DuBois and Walter F.

White who founded the NAACP. An intellectual is the No. 1 enemy of any tyranny. So, Jefferson, his wife, Minnie and children, including 2-year-old Mary, fled Georgia around 1920. "It was truly a family chased out in the dark of night, with the Ku Klux Klan coming to get them," said daughter-in-law, Deborah Seay, recounting the family's history.

Nan Cook was a woman who always helped the underdog, and who took in all children, everywhere. She was a woman who could gently cradle a child or rip apart the hypocritical facade of an adult. She was a woman who was, said Seay, "a pistol." "She was a very, very fiesty woman. She didn't mince words," said Seay. "She was a champion of the underdog, a champion of children and champion of those who were weak and unable to do for themselves." A couple of months ago, Seay started helping Nan with her paperwork.

Seay could never understand why Nan sometimes mentioned all the bills she had when, in fact, she shouldn't have had many. "When I took her checkbook I found out. She was giving to every conceivable charity for children in the world. Children's charities I had never heard of," said Seay, who is retired after 33 years as a teacher. Nan always had a special rapport with children and was always able to keep the lines of communication open because, while she gave her opinion, she would never be judgmental." Death Notices AMOS BENTHAM AMOS March 25, 1993, WINIFRED (nee Bowen), wife of William devoted mother of Winifred, William and Scharletta; also survived 8 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

tives and friends are invited to viewing 2nd, 9 to 11 A.M., services, 11 A.M., at The Baptist Church, 5944 Larchwood Ave. Int. Lawn Cemetery. BENTHAM March 29, 1993, VERA (nee Sutton), age Langhorne Manor, formerty of Penndel, wife late John A. Bentham, beloved mother of Gilson, beloved Nana of John, Cindy and also survived by 4 great grandchildren.

Services will be conducted 11 A.M. James Episcopal Church, 330 S. Bellevue Langhorne, The Rev. Lloyd H. Winter Jr.

ing. Int. Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may the Church, Fri. 10:30 A.M.

until time of Contributions may be made to Brighten At side, 250 Manor Langhorne, Pa. memory of Vera and John Bentham. Arr. O. BRADLEY FUNERAL HOME, BRANGAN ELIZABETH ROSE BRANGAN, on Mon.

March 29, 1993, of Holmesburg, beloved wife of the late William H. Brangan and mother of Donna M. Dowd, Nancy E. Nelson, Douglas C. and William H.

Brangan, grandmother of 15 and great grandmother of 8. Family, friends and members of the Holmesburg United Methodist Church are invited to call Thurs, eve. 7 to 9 P.M. and to participate in her Funeral Services Fri. morn.

11 A.M. from JOHN F. GIVNISH'S OF ACADEMY 10975 Academy Rd. Int. North Cedar Hill Cem.

BROWN March 30, 1993, GEORGE, beloved husband of Elizabeth (Bakes), devoted father of George, James, Linda Przyby, Richard and Robert; also survived by 3 grandchildren, Stephen, Kellyann, Jason, 3 sisters, Catherine Staub, Eleanor Pernitsky, Marie Brown and one brother Manny Brown. Relatives, friends and members of Teamster Local 107 are invited to his viewing and funeral 9 A.M. BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (at Filler Mass of Christian Burial, St. Katherine's Church, 10:30 A.M.

int. New Cathedral Cern. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory to The Fox Chase Cancer Center, 7701 Burholme PA 19111 would be appreciated. BURDICK March 29, 1993, MARGARETTA, of Bryn Mawr, wife of the late Jervis W. Burdick, mother of Henry W.

Doughton, 3rd, of Ardmore, and Mrs. Charles Brinton, of Radnor; also survived by a granddaughter, Natalie Brinton Krovetz and a great granddaughter, Tess Brinton Krovetz. Funeral services are private. (STUARD, Ardmore) CANAVAN On March 29, 1993, MARGARET H. (nee Lingo), of Blackwood, N.J., age 74; wife of the late John survived by best friend Ann Kelly, sister-in-law of Catherine Lingo and aunt of 5 nieces and 7 nephews.

Mrs. Canavan was a retired employee of Western Union out of Moorestown and Phila. after 33 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service 9:30 A.M. Fri.

at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, 126 S. Black Horse Pike, Runnemede, N.J. There will be a Viewing Thurs. eve. after 7 P.M.

at the Funeral Home. Int. St. Joseph's Chews Landing, N.J. CIRILLO March 29, 1993, DANIEL, beloved husband of Anna (Passeri); devoted father of Cynthia; dear brother of Jennie Elefante, Anthony, Catherine Moore, Nicholas, Helen Imbesi, William, Charles, Joseph, John, Rita Falciani, Annette Scipione and Marlene DiPlacido.

Relatives and friends invited to FUNERAL 8:15 A.M. CARTO FUNERAL HOME, 2212-14 S. Broad Mass of Christian Burial, 10 A.M. St. Irenaeus Church.

Int. SS Peter and Paul Cern. Viewing THURS. P.M. CODY EDWARD G.

on March 30, 1993 of Tacony, beloved husband of the late Anna May Brasselle Cody, father of Lois McCormick and Patricia Strack, brother of Eva McCauley, grandfather of April Bayers; also survived by 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends invited to his funeral starting 8:30 A.M. from of Lawndale, 6401 Rising Sun Ave. (at Levick) followed by Mass of Christian chre Cern. Friends may call Thurs.

eve. 7-9 P.M. Burial, 10 A.M., St. Leo Church. Int.

Holy a SepulCONDO DOMINICK, of Deptford, March 28, 1993, age 80, survived by his children Dorothy Marguglio, Elaine Tustin, Ada D'Amico, Vincent D' Amico, Virginia D'Egidio, Robert D' Amico, Alfred D'Amico, Donald Condo, Aurora Sinutko, and Rosina Gavalas, 20 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Memorial Services Fri. 7 P.M. at the Kingdon Hall Jehovah Witnesses, Martin Ave, Maple Shade. Arr.

MAY FUNERAL HOME, CAMDEN. CRAIG Of March 29, 1993, ANN wife of the late George C. Craig, survived by one niece, Evelyn Blong. Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral 8:30 A.M. at THE FLETCHER FUNERAL HOME, 9529 Bustleton Ave.

Mass of Christian Burial, 10 A.M., St. Christopher's Church. Int. George Washington Memorial Park. CRUNKLETON CHARLES L.

on March 29, 1993 of Collingdale, Pa. beloved husband of Elizabeth K. (nee Bailey), Crunkleton, beloved father of Charles H. Crunkleton, Joan Morfe, John L. Crunkleton, Paul E.

Crunkleton, Mary E. Frye, and Rita Hotchkiss; also survived by 18 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, brother of Mary Crunkleton, Sarah Souders, Paul Crunkleton and Floyd Crunkleton. Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Fri. 10 A.M. O'LEARY FUNERAL HOME, 640 E.

Springfield Springfield, Pa. and to his viewing Thurs. Eve. Mass of Christin Burial Fri. 11 A.M.

Church of St. Joseph, Collingdale, Pa. Int. SS. Peter Paul Cem.

In his memory the family would appreciate contributions to: Little Flower Manor 1201 Springfield Darby, Pa. 19023. (Parking on Premises.) DePANTHILIS MARIE (nee Cecchini), March 29, 1993, of Havertown, wife of the late Eugene; survived by her brothers, Dominic and James Cecchini and her sister, Emma Herman. Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral on 10:45 A.M., at THE ROBERT L. D'ANJOLELL MEMORIAL HOME OF BROOMALL, 2811 West Chester Pike.

Mass of Christian Burial, 12. Noon at Sacred Heart Church, Manoa. int. Holy Cross Cem. Friends may, call Thurs.

7 to 9 P.M. (Parking on Premises) Death Notices DiGUGLIELMO On March 29, 1993, DOMINIC beloved husband of Anna (nee DeFelice) and devoted father of Richard L. (Catherine), and Janet (Salvatore) Capobianco. Mr. DiGuglielmo is also survived by his mother, Rose DiGuglielmo and 2 grandchildren, Karen and Richard.

Relatives and friends are invited attend his VIEWING AND FUNERAL 10 A.M., from THE GRASSO FUNERAL HOME, 2540-44 S. Broad St. Mass of Christian Burial, 11 A.M., Church St. Monica. Ent.

Holy Cross Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests contributions in Dominic's memory to St. Monica Church, 17th and Ritner Pa. 19145 or Methodist Hospital C.C.U., Broad and Wolf Pa. 19148.

FORREST March 29, 1993, WILLIAM of Folsom, former husband of the late Helen E. (nee Bozzi) Forrest, beloved friend of Rose De Angelo, of So. W. beloved father of John W. Forrest, Gilbertsville, Pa.

and Mrs. Mary Lou Kilvington, of Newark, DE; also survived by 5 grandchildren, his brother, Morris E. Forrest, of Milsboro, DE, and his sister, Mary Ann Dailey, of Millsboro, DE. Relatives and friends and former associates at ARCO are invited to his funeral 8:30 A.M., at THE JOSEPH V. FUSCO FUNERAL HOME, So.

W. 6316-18 Eimwood Ave. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 A.M., St. Irenaeus Church. Entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum Gardens, Cherry Hill, N.J.

VIEWING WED. EVE. 7 to 9 P.M. (Parking on Premises) GALLAGHER March 28, 1993, JOSEPH formerly of Mt. Airy and Warminster, beloved husband of the late Anna M.

(nee Finley), dearest father of Sr. Alice Gallagher S.S.J., Mary Jo Binns Maier, James J. Gallagher, Ann Marie Ricci; also survived by 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Relatives, friends, religious are invited to call Thurs. from 6:30 P.M.

until Mass of Christian Burial 8 P.M. St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1054 Holland Rd, Holland. Family and friends will gather Fri. 10:15 at JOS.

A. FLUEHR III FUNERAL HOME, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd (at Holland Rd) Richboro for prayers and procession to Holy Sepulchre Cem. Contributions in his memory may be made to St. Joseph's Villa, Flourtown, Pa. 19031.

GERMARDT On March 30, 1993, CHARLES beloved husband of Anna (nee Kummer), of Sicklerville, formerly of 2839 N. Palethorp father of Agnes Mcilhenny, of Surf City, N.J., Florence Egan, of Sicklerville, and the late Ann Stringer; also survived by 11 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to Mass of Christian Burial, 11 A.M. at St. John Neumann Church, 234 Sicklerville Sicklerville, N.J.

Int. Most Holy Redeemer Phila. Viewinig will be held Fri. morning 10 to 11 A.M. at the Church.

Mass Cards preferred. Arr. JOHN H. NORTON FUNERAL HOME, Williamstown, N.J. GORMAN ALICE M.

CARR GORMAN, suddenly, on Sun. March 28, 1993, of Redeemer Village, beloved wife of the late Joseph A. Gorman, Jr. and mother of Sr. Kathleen I.H.M., Joseph William Sean and Kevin J.

Gorman, grandmother of 9 and sister of Doris Harvey, Genevieve and Charles A. Carr. Family and friends may call Wed. eve. after 6:30 P.M., Church of St.

Hilary of Poitiers, 920 Susquehanna Rd. Rydal, and are invited to participate in her Mass of Christian Burial at 8 P.M. Procession to Holy Sepulcre Cem. will leave Thurs. morning at 10 o'clock from, JOHN F.

GIVNISH'S OF ACADEMY 10975 Academy Rd. If so desired, a donation in Mrs. Gorman's memory to Camilla Hall, Immaculata, PA 19345 would be very much appreciated by her family. GUGLIUCCELLO LOUISE (nee Longo), March 30, 1993, of Overbrook, wife of the late Vincenzo (Jimmy), survived by her daughters, Rosemarie DiFabio and Josephine Albino; also 4 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral on Fri.

8:30 A.M. at THE ROBERT L. D'ANJOLELL MEMORIAL HOME OF OVERBROOK, 6506-20 Haverford Phila. of Christian Burial, 9:30 A.M., St. Donato's Church.

Int. SS. Peter and Paul Cem. Friends may call Thurs. 7 to 9 P.M.

(Parking on premises). HARRISON JOHN on March 21, 1993, age 71, in beloved brother of Princeola Beswick. Veteran of W.W. Il and an retired employee of The Phila. Post Office.

Funeral services were held March 26, 1993. int. held in Rolling Green Memorial Park. (ENLOW FUNERAL HOME) LIDDELL March 29, 1993, DARLENE L. (nee Dool), beloved wife of Charles loving mother of Ryan T.

and Matthew daughter of Mike and Doris Dool, sister of Dolores Montone, Debbie Deitrich, Michael, Dennis and David. Relatives, friends and employees of Barry's Castle are invited to attend her Funeral Fri. 8:30 A.M. from THE PETNER FUNERAL HOME, 6421 Frankford Ave. (at Levick Mass of Christian Burial 10 A.M., St.

Bernard's Church. Int. Resurrection Cem. In lieu of Rowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society. Viewing Thurs.

eve. 7 P.M. MALACZEWSKI On March 27, 1993, MARY, beloved sister of Florence, Helen Herdel Thomas; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing 10 A.M. followed by her Funeral Service at 11 A.M., THE BAJ FUNERAL HOME, 2656 E.

Thompson St. (at E. Lehigh Int. 7 Holy Redeemer Cem. No viewing Tues.

eve. McCALL March 29, 1993, SOPHIE M. (nee Wielehowski), beloved wife of the late Charles devoted mother of Suzanne O'Rourke, Catherine Strausbaugh, Mary Beth Barth, Stephen Mitzi Lancaster and Margaret A. Hollinshead and Monica Andris; also survived by 20 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, one sister, Josephine Tomczyszyn and one brother, Zigmund Wielehowski. Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral on 8:30 A.M., from BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave.

(at Fitter Mass of Christian Burial, 10 A.M., Presentation B.V.M. Church. Int. New Cathedral Cem. Viewing Fri.

eve. 7 to 9. Death Notices- beloved Archell, by RelaApril Liberty Mt. 89 of of the Doris Todd; Funeral at St. officiatcall at service.

Lake19047 in JAMES Penndel. McDONALD On March 29, 1993, BERNARD of Lawndale, formerly of Germantown, beloved husband of the late Mary C. (nee Connelly) and devoted father of Mary E. Bradigan, Theresa A. Bevenour, Bernard Thomas Paul Michael J.

and Rita dear grandfather of Josh, Kelly, Jeffrey and Danielle. Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral after 8:30 A.M., at THE JAMES M. CAMPBELL FUNERAL HOME, 500 E. Benner St. (at 6100 N.

Rising Sun Mass of Christian Burial, 10 A.M., St. William's Church. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. Friends may call on Fri.

eve. from 7 to 9 P.M. at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations to Phila. Ronald McDonald House, 3925 Chestnut PA 19104 would be appreciated by his family.

McINTYRE KATHERINE March 29, 1993, age 89 of Melbourne, FL, formerly of Park Drive Manor, wife of the late James Sr. and devoted mother of James Jr. of Mesa, AZ and Josephine M. Morton of Satellite Beach, FL; also 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial, 10:30 April 5 at St.

Vincent DePaul Church, Price and Lena Sts. Friends may call 9 A.M. to 10 A.M. Mon. at KIRK AND NICE, 6301 Germantown Ave.

Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. Cook Cook For a number of years, Cook was a Get Set assistant teacher. Her last school before retiring was the Smith Elementary School at 19th and Reed streets. Many of her students and their parents stayed in touch with her after she left the school system.

Seay said Nan also was a visionary. "In 1970, she donated her body to science. Specifically, the corneas. Her father had gone blind." He died in 1959 at age 97. Cook was an outspoken opponent of the Vietnam War in its earliest stages, when most of the media, politicos and populace were still buying into it.

In another day and time, Cook might have accomplished more professionally. "If things had been the way they are now, she might have been a lawyer," said Seay. As it turned out, her son, Harry R. Seay, became a lawyer. A grandson, Geoffrey, was an assistant district attorney in Philadelphia and now is in practice with his father.

All four of her grandchildren hold graduate degrees. There is a crisp pride that emanates from Cook's family members a clear unspoken understanding that all of her descendants represent her values and name and had better live up to them. "If life slapped her down, she was going to get back in the race," said Seay. For people who didn't want to look at the truth or face injustices, she'd say, "I can't stand people who think its a Barnum and Bailey world made of papier mache." Nan's real joy, said Seay, "was mostly chewing the fat with the family. She enjoyed, like, a smoke and a beer, that's for sure.

Her life mostly centered around the family. She was never happier than when we were all around." Nan might have died. But she is still around. When her son Harry went over to her house near 47th and Chestnut streets yesterday he put on a coat and tie, out of habit, said his wife. And granddaughter Stephanie, who usually does her own hair, made an appointment with the hairdresser.

She told her mother she had to because "Nan would want it to look just right." Cook also is survived by two other grandchildren, Andre and Angelique, two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Wilson, Henry and Owen Jefferson, and a sister, Mildred Burton. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. tomorrow at Reeve Memorial Presbyterian Church, 50th and Aspen streets. Mildred Anastasia Brooks Mildred Anastasia Brooks, a retired Pennsylvania Railroad employee, died Saturday. She was 81 and lived in South Philadelphia.

"Mil," as she was known, worked for the railroad for more than 30 years as an elevator operator and in the maintenance deSee DEATHS Next Page MELLING On March 29, 1993, MARY, of Frankford, wife of the late Albert Melling, D.D.S., and sister of Kathryn Atherton, of Miami, FL, and the late James J. O'Drain. Relatives and friends are invited to viewing 9 A.M., at THE NULTY FUNERAL HOME, 4292 Frankford Ave. (at Church Mass of Christian Burial, St. Joachim's Church, 10 A.M.

Int. Forest Hills Cem. No viewing Wed. eve. MILANO (Corrected Notice) ROSE 61, of Levittown, on March 28, 1993, mother of the late Anthony Milano, survived by her husband, Vito Milano, her daughter, Annamarie Milano, one brother, Onofrio Milano and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorial Service 7 P.M., BECK-O'NEILL-STROUSE FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 7400 New Falls Levittown, Pa. Int. private. Donations to American Cancer Society, BC Unit, 43 S. Main St.

Doylestown, Pa. 18901. NICHOLLS On March 30, 1993, VERNA (nee Mottershead), of Lawndale, beloved wife of the late Simon loving sister of Bruce Mottershead, Elwood Mottershead and the late Charles Mottershead, dear friend of Margaret M. Edwards. Relatives and friends are invited to meet on Thurs, at 9:45 A.M.

at THE JAMES M. CAMPBELL FUNERAL HOME, 500 E. Benner St. (at 6100 N. Rising Sun Ave.) for her Funeral Procession to Holy Cross Cemetery for Graveside and Committal Services.

The family has requested that all flowers be omitted and that contributions in Verna's memory to The American Cancer Society, 1422 Chestnut Pa 19102 would be appreciated. O'BRIEN On March 26, 1993, ANN T. of wife of the late James F. O'Brien; mother of James P. O'Brien and grandmother of Patrick and Julie.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated, 10:30 A.M., Fri. at St. Patrick's Church, 20th Locust Phila. Int. St.

John New York. (STUARD, ARDMORE) 0'HARA AGNES C. HAVEL, on March 29, 1993, beloved wife of Raymond F. O'Hara, devoted mother of William J. O'Hara, Rita Ann Dunn and Dorthea Turner.

She is also survived by her grandchildren, Michele, Brian, Sean, Megan and Catlin and her brother, William Havel. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Thurs. 8:30 A.M., HOLLEN FUNERAL HOME, 3160 Grant Ave. (West of Academy Mass of Christian Burial 10 A.M., St. Martha's Church.

Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. In lieu of flowers, your donations to Fox Chase Cancer Center or Eugenia Hospital would be very much appreciated by her family. OWENS HERBERT on March 25, 1993, survived by his wife, Carolyn 5 sons, Keith, Kevin, Kenny, Eric and Fred 3 daughters, Cecily, Colleen and Sabreana; 9 grandchildren, one sister, 3 brothers and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held April 2, 1993, 11 A.M., viewing 9 to 11 A.M., at Upper Room Baptist Church, 7236 Ogontz Ave.

Int. Chetten Hills Cem. Professional Services by THE ALFONSO CANNON FUNERAL CHAPELS, 2315-19 N. Broad St. PANZANO On March 29, 1993, VINCENT beloved husband of Emerenziana (nee Onorato) and devoted father of Alexander G.

(Aracelia) Panzano and Vincent (Audrey) Panzano Jr. Mr. Panzano is also survived by his 4 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, one brother, Rocco and one sister, Maria Spaventa. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his VIEWING AND FUNERAL, FRIDAY, 8:15 A.M. from THE GRASSO FUNERAL HOME, 2540-44 S.

Broad St. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 A.M., Church of St. Monica. Int. Holy Cross Cem.

PETERS EDWARD March 28, 1993, beloved father of Patricia Peters McGlinn. Relatives, friends invited to funeral 9 A.M, GARZONE FUNERAL HOME, 1830-34 E. Somerset St. Mass of Christian Burial, Visitation Church, 10 A.M. Int.

Resurrection Cem. Viewing Thurs. eve. (Parking avail.) S. REGINA CHRISTI STURM S.S.J.

March 29, 1993, GERTRUDE STURM, age 81, sister of Marcella Townsend; also survived by nieces and nephews. Religious, relatives and friends invited to Mass of Christian Burial Fri. 3 P.M., St. Joseph's Villa. Int.

Villa Cem. Viewing Fri. after 1 P.M. Donations in her memory to St. Joseph's Villa, 110 W.

Wissahickon Flourtown, Pa. 19031 would be appreciated. SCHERB On March 28, 1993, MICHAEL beloved husband of Donna (nee Neisser); also survived by one son, Michael mother, Ethel Scherb and one brother, Carl Scherb. Relatives and friends, emplovees of General Felt are invited to his -funeral THE HUBERT M. McBRIDE FUNERAL HOME, 2357 E.

Cumberland followed by Praver Service, 10 A.M. Int. Forest Hills Cem. (No viewing Wed. eve.).