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20 PHILA. DAILY NEWS SEPT. 21, 1993 Death Notices Death Notices Death Notices Deaths Sandy Starobin, 51; star reporter at KYW by Frank Dougherty Daily News Staff Writer Sandy Starobin, the best known news radio voice in Pennsylvania, the state capital reporter who signed off reports with his trademark "SAN-dee STAR-oh-bin, Harr-IS-burg," died yesterday of a heart attack. He was 51. "Sandy's distinctive signoff was as much a part of KYW in Philadelphia, and KDKA, our sister station in Pittsburgh, as the jingles promoting our news coverage," said KYW news director Bill Roswell.

"Sandy always got the story. He was talented and tenacious, as tough on the beat as he was gentle with family and friends. We are saddened and stunned by his death," added Starobin Roswell. Nothing, he Starobin added, ever stoppd Sandy from getting the story, not even the blindness from diabetes that struck him three years ago. "The blindness was a testimonial to his persistence and drive.

It was never reflected in his work, and our listeners never realized Sandy was blind," Roswell said. Starobin for 22. years used to type his stories on an old manual Olympia typewriter, then record them for broadcast. When blindness overtook him in August 1990, while snoozing in his easy chair, he literally had to change his work habits overnight. "He began to memorize his reports, then recite them over the phone from the press room in Harrisburg to KYW studios in Philadelphia," said Roswell.

He replaced the old stopwatch used to time stories with a talking clock which sang out the time to let him know when he was due to go on the air. It wasn't unusual for Starobin to repeat a story to himself 25 times or more until it felt "right" to him. His signature signoff was so distinctive, he once told Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Michael Vitez, that his son, Michael, heard it so many times that the boy thought his name was "Michael Starobin Born in New Jersey, Starobin began working for small newspapers after graduating from college. In 1967, he was hired as a general assignment reporter by the Philadelphia Inquirer. After a dispute with the city desk over the editing of a story he wrote about a testimonial dinner for then Police Commissioner Frank Rizzo, Starobin requested a transfer to Harrisburg.

In 1969, he left the Inquirer Harisburg Bureau to work for KYW and KDKA, both owned by Westinghouse Broadcasting. "Sandy was always on the money. He always got the right ANDERSON Sept. 20, 1993, MARY A. (nee King), the late William, beloved mother of derson.

Relatives and friends invited ing and Funeral Thurs. 8:30 A.M. FENACH FUNERAL HOME, 3rd Mass of Christian Burial 10 A.M. Jesus Church. Int.

SS. Peter and Paul ANGELUCCI age 80, wife of Mary A. Anto her ViewMURPHY-RUF- and Wolf Sts. Sacred Heart of Cem. private.

Family Service by OF BALDINO (Amended Notice) Sept. 17, 1993, suddenly, FRANK beloved father of Frank (Veronica), Valerie (Salvatore) Pellecchia and Terry Lynne, devoted son of James and Angelina (Artuso), grandfather of Dominque Pellecchia, Nichaols and Frank. Relatives and friends are invited to FUNERAL 8 A.M., CARTO FUNERAL HOME, 2212-14 S. Broad St. Mass 9:30 A.M.

St. Rita Church. Int. sS. Peter and Paul Cem.

VIEWING TUES. P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Rita Renovation Fund, 1166 S. Broad St.

Phila. 19146. CAMPBELL ELEANOR (nee Ricci), Sept. 19, 1993, of Overbrook, wife of the late Antonio, survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Anthony S. and Simone Angelucci, her daughter and son-in-law, Rosemarie and Frank Anzaido, her brother, Raymond Ricci, her sisters, Margaret Silverio and Mary Buttson; also 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to her 9 A.M., at THE ROBERT L. D'ANJOLELL MEMORIAL HOME OF OVERBROOK, 6506-20 Haverford Phila. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 A.M., St. Donato's Church. Int.

SS. Peter and Paul Cem. Friends may call Wed. 7 to 9 P.M. (Parking on premises.) ANGUS RICHARD ARMS ANGUS, on Sept.

19, 1993, age 84, of Paoli, beloved husband of Irene Foote Angus, dear father of Annabel Angus Bixby; also survived by 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend is Memorial Service on Sept. 22, 1993, at 2:30 P.M. at The Christ Chapel at Episcopal Academy, 376 N. Latches Lane, Merion, will be JOSEPHINE M.

(nee Jones), on Sept. 18, 1993, survived by her daughter, Brenda, 5 sisters, Alberta Taliaferro, Florence Mitchell, Salome Ball, Dorothy Lee and Violet Jones. Relatives and friends invited to Viewing Sept. 23 at 9 A.M. and to Service at 11 A.M.

at Janes Memorial United Methodist Church, 47 E. Haines St. Int. Fairview Cem. (Arr.

EMMANUEL JOHNSON F.H.) CIAMPI LEONARD, on Sept. 15, 1993, beloved brother of Lois Wanushek, of Phila. Funeral services private. Arr. STREHLAU-HANCOCK F.H., LTD.

CONWAY MARIE Sept. 17, 1993, (nee McCoy) of Center City, sadly missed by her children, Thomas Conway, and Charles Conway, both of Palmyra, NJ, Karen Conway, Dorothy Geraghty, survived also by grandchildren Thomas P. Conway Katelyn Conway, Julian Geraghty and a great grandson Michael P. Conway. Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral 8:30 A.M.

from THE DINAN-BRENNAN FUNERAL HOME, 1921-23 Spring Garden Mass of Christian Burial 10 A.M. St. Francis Xavier Church, The Oratory. Int. Calvary Cem.

in lieu of flowers Mass Cards would be appreciated. CRAWFORD Of Sept. 19, 1993, EVELYN wife of the late John J. Crawford, mother of Betty J. Fisher; also survived by 2 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and one sister, Elizabeth H.

Schrader. Services Thurs. 11 A.M. at, THE FLETCHER FUNERAL HOME, 9529 Bustleton where friends may call after 10 A.M. Int.

Sunset Memorial Park. in lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Tabernacle Memorial United Methodist Church, Lorretta and Ripley Pa. 19111. DALEY DOROTHY JANET, of Williamstown, N.J., formerly of on Sept. 19, 1993, age 67 years, beloved wife of the late James; survived by 2 sons, James, of Miami, FL, John, of PA, 2 daughters, Dorothy Bell, of Claymont, DE, and Elizabeth Brannan, of Williamstown, N.J., one stepbrother, Walter Zeigler, of Haddonfield, N.J.; 5 grandchildren.

Int. at Mt. Moriah PA will be private. Arr. by BE FUNERAL HOME, Williamstown, N.J.

DE CARLO MARGUERITE Sept. 18, 1993 (nee Lyons), wife of the late Anthony DeCarlo; beloved mother of Madaline; survived also by her 2 in granddaughters, 2 grandsons, 2 nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Funeral Service will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Burial will take place in Holy Cross Cem. Arr.

by DINAN-BRENNAN of Center City. DELICCI THERESA M. (nee Angeline), Sept. 19, 1993, of Drexel Hill. Survived by husband, Dominic her son, Dominic her daughter, Mary Ann DiMento, her brothers, Louis and Henry, sisters, Edith D'Ascenzo and Hilda Coddy, her granddaughter, Lori.

Relatives and friends are to her funeral on 10:15 A.M. at THE ROBERT L. D'ANJOLELL MEMORIAL HOME OF UPPER DARBY, 8645 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, Pa. (below Twp. Line Mass of Christian Burial, 11 A.M., St.

Dorothy's Church. Int. SS. Peter and Paul Cem. Friends may call Wed.

morning A.M. (Parking on Premises) DOOLEY HUGH on Sept. 19, 1993, of Drexel Hill, brother of Gertrude Garifolas, Mary Campbell and Anna Lush. Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral 9:30 A.M., at THE JOHN P. DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, Walnut St.

and Copley Upper Darby, and to his Mass of Christian Burial 11 A.M. St. Andrew's Church. Int. Lawnview Cem.

No calling hours Wed. eve. FOGLIANO ANTHONY S. Sept. 18, 1993, of Broomall, survived by his wife Mary (nee Garofalo), his son Anthony his daughters Josephine Gudowicz and Maria, his mother Eva (nee Camaratta), his brother Carmen and his sister Josephine Rowland.

Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral on 10:30 A.M., at THE ROBERT L. D'ANJOLELL MEMORIAL HOME OF BROOMALL, 2811 West Chester Pike, Broomall. Mass of Christian Burial 11 A.M. St. Anastasia Church.

Entombment Holy Cross Cem. Friends may call Wed. morning 9 to 10:30 A.M. (Parking on premises) Contributions in his memory to the American Cancer Society, 280 N. Providence Rd.

Media, PA 19063 would be appreciated. FURLOW Sept. 19, 1993, CATHERINE R. of Holland, daughter of the late Samuel and Mary Custello Furlow; sister of Mary Irwin, aunt of Joan C. Mudrock.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral, 9 A.M. THE JOSEPH A. FLUEHR, III FUNERAL HOME, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Richboro, and to Mass of Christian Burial 11 A.M. St.

Bede The Venerable Church, Holland. Int. Calvary Conshohocken. GALLO Sept. 20, 1993, ANITA N.

(nee Tursi), wife of the late Benjamin, devoted mother of Dr. Amelia Gallo, Elsie A. Gallagher and Nina R. Baidi; also survived by 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing and funeral Thurs.

10-11 A.M. at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 2400 N. Providence Media, Delaware County. Mass of Christian Burial 11 A.M.

Int. Holy Cross Cem. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made in her name to a charity of your choice. Arr. BALDI FUNERAL HOME GAMBALE Sept.

19, 1993, EDMOND, beloved husband of Helen E. Gambale (nee Hollis), loving father of Edmond father-in-law of Christine and grandfather of Nicole. Friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday morning from 8:30 A.M. to 10 A.M. at SHEA FUNERAL HOME, 29th and Dickinson Sts.

Int. private. Kindly omit flowers. GANDY CHARLES, on Sept. 19, 1993, of Roslyn, at age 77, beloved husband of Mary (nee Irion) and father of Denise L.

Fletcher and Berton Nicholls; also survived by grandchildren Donald, Jennifer, Charles and a niece Elaine Grear. Services and interment were private with CRAFT FUNERAL HOME OF ABINGTON. HAGGERTY Sept. 20, 1993, JAMES P. "PETE" beloved husband of Agnes, father of James Thomas and Michael; also survived by 10 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren, brother of Catherine Haggerty and Mary Murphy; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Relatives, friends and retired members of Phila. Fire Department are invited to his Funeral Thurs. 8:30 A.M. at SHEA FUNERAL HOME, 29th and Dickinson Sis. Mass of Christian Burial Church of St.

Gabriel 9:30 A.M. Int. SS. Peter and Paul Cem. Friends may call Wed.

eve. 7 to 9. Donations in his memory The St. Gabriel Church Memorial Fund, 2917 Dickinson PA 19146 would be appreciated. HULANDS SELMA RUTH Z.

(nee Zuber), on Sept. 19, 1993, of Springfield, wife of the late Henry Hulands, she is survived by her nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to a Requiem Mass 11 A.M., at St. Clement's Church, 2013 Appletree Pa. 19103.

Int. Arlington Cem. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the above named Church. Family Services by SPENCER T. VIDEON'S OF DREXEL HILL, 259-2200.

HUNTER RITA M. (nee Maloy), Sept. 19, 1993, of So. West Phila. wife of the William J.

Hunter; beloved mother of Mary Zanulinsky, William J. Lois M. Egan, John and Joseph Hunter; also 17 grandchildren, sister of Edmund, John and Dorothea Maloy. Relatives and friends invited to Funeral Wed. 9:30 A.M.

THE DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, 8401 WEST CHESTER PIKE (COR. LYNN UPPER DARBY, PA. Mass of Christian Burial 11 A.M. Church of Good Shepard, Chester Phila. Int.

SS Peter and Paul Cem. Friends may call Tues. eve. 7 to 9 P.M. IANNUZZI RALPH, on Sept.

20, 1993, formerly of So. resided in Havertown, PA, beloved husband of the late Amalia (nee DeAngelis), dear father of Michael and Domenick lannuzzi; also survived by one nephew Edward Varani and one niece Gemma Varani. Relatives and friends are invited to funeral 8:30 A.M., THE DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, 8401 WEST CHESTER PIKE (COR. LYNN UPPER DARBY, PA and to Mass of Christian Burial 10 A.M. Church of Sacred Heart, Manoa and Shelbourne Rds.

Havertown, PA. Int. private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to the American Cancer Society, 280 N. Providence Rd.

Media, PA 19063 would be appreciated. JAZDOWSKIS Sept. 15, 1993, of Pennypack, EDITH M. (nee Heine), beloved wife of Jules, dear sister of Dorothy Mealey, Eleanor Burns and Frederick Heine, Jr. Private services and interment were held at the convenience of the family.

(DOWNS FUNERAL HOME) JEFFRIES Of Sept. 19, 1993, LILLIAN wife of the late Stanley Jeffries, sister of Mary Reiber, sister-in-law of Edward and Ruth Jeffries, aunt of Jan Werner, Gwyneth Fitchett and Nancy Jeffries- Stein. Services, 11 A.M., at Olney Baptist Church, 3rd and Chew PA 19120. Viewing Wed. eve.

after 7 P.M. at THE FLETCHER FUNERAL HOME, 9529 Bustleton Ave. Int. Cedar Hill Cem. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the above Church.

KARWOSKI ROBERT J. on Sept. 19, 1993, of Milmont Park, Pa. Memorial Mass, Wednesday, 9:30 A.M., at Our Lady of Peace Church, 208 Milmont Milmont Park, Pa. Burial East Lawn Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers family prefers Mass Cards or donations to the Building Fund, Our Lady of Church, 501 Belmont Milmont Park, PA 19033. Arrangements by THE WHITELUTTRELL FUNERAL HOME, Ridley Park. KAVAL KAVALKOVICH On Sept. 19, 1993, ALBERT A. KAVAL, age 77, of Drexel Hill, husband of the late Marion H.

(nee Leonard), beloved father of Marion H. Torchia, Leonard A. and Albert R. Kavalkovich, brother of Mary Long and Joseph Kaval; also survived by 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral on 10 A.M.

at the Church of the Holy Comforter, Bond Ave. and Burmont Drexel Hill. Friends may also call Wed. eve. 7 to 9 P.M.

at SPENCER T. VIDEON'S OF DREXEL HILL, Garrett Rd. at Shadeland Ave. Int. Mt.

Moriah Cem. In lieu of Rowers memorials to The American Cancer Society, 280 N. Providence Media PA 19063. 'KELLY-KOWALCHUK Sept. 18, 1993, JOSEPHINE M.

(nee Saida), wife of the late Callistus Kelly, mother of Dorothy Murray, Evelyn Fisher, Patricia Maruzzi, Barbara Brown, Janice DiBianca, Joanne Szewczyk and Nicholas Kowalchuk; also survived by 18 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, one brother, John and 2 sisters, Amelia Kaschuk and Ann McMenamin. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing and funeral on 8:30 A.M., BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (at Fitler Mass of Christian Burial, 11 A.M., Holy Innocents Church. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem.

No Tues. eve. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Evangelical Manor, 8401 Roosevelt Phila. 19152, in her memory would be appreciated. handle on his reports, and his pieces on KYW never failed to cut directly to the nub of the story," recalled Daily News reporter Bob Warner, who for a time worked alongside Starobin in Harrisburg.

Starobin is best remembered for two major scoops which rocked Harisburg, stories so sensational his editors at first were reluctant to put them on the air. In April 1980, a tipster told Starobin a fix was in on a Pennsylvania lottery drawing, involving ping-pong balls with the numbers 4 and 6. Starobin's research showed that on the day of the drawing in question, wagering on combinations of 4's and 6's had been 10 times as high as normal. That September, indictments came down and four people eventually went to jail. Starobin was vindicated.

In 1986, Starobin revealed that Richard L. Guida, executive deputy attorney general in charge of narcotics enforcement, had used cocaine. Guida eventually pleaded guilty to taking the drug. "He was widely known for his steady, solid journalism and for filling the newsroom with his eclectic tastes, endless wit, integrity and said John Baer, Harrisburg reporter for the Daily News. His broadcast booth sported a Smokey the Bear sticker and a photograph of Albert Einstein.

Alongside his desk, a large metal sign proclaims it's "Reserved for Sandy Starobin." KYW broadcast his final report last Wednesday, a story about a state legislator who wants condemned murderers put to death, instead of letting them linger in jail. "When he was taken to the hospital yesterday morning, he had his daughter, Jennifer, call to tell us not to worry, Monday was a slow news day," said Roswell. "But Tuesday looked to be very busy, so he would get back in touch. Three hours later, Sandy was dead." Roswell's favorite story about Starobin's legendary sense of humor was the message Sandy left on his voice mail service after a state legislator proposed a bill banning peeping Toms. "Sandy, in a very serious tone, warned me if the bill was passed, 'You'll have to get a new hobby, said Roswell.

One of the most painful aspects of losing his sight was that Starobin could no longer take photographs, or admire his work hung on the walls of the Starobin household near Camp Hill. Starobin taught photography for 13 years at Penn State's Harrisburg campus, and exhibited his photographs in galleries. Up until his final day, he tried to maintain as much independence as physically possible. Fellow reporters dropped off his lunch, and he "hitched" rides to hearings on the elbow of an ac- See DEATHS Next Page KINSEY LINDA Sept. 15, 1993, beloved wife of Thurston, beloved mother of Damon, Armond, Nicole and Michelle.

Viewing 10 to 11 A.M., from Our Lady of Victory R.C. Church, 54th and Vine Sts. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 A.M. Int. SS.

Peter and Paul Cem. (JULIAN V. HAWKINS) LAMB ADELE H. (nee Hoffman), on Sept. 20, 1993, daughter of the late Daniel and Theresa (nee pianist in aunt Robert Cressman, Ancker) was an accomplished Barbara Rupert and Richard Cressman.

In her memory, in lieu of flowers or memorials, make a friend and be a friend. MARKS RUTH J. (nee Jackson), on Sept. 18, 1993, of Springfield, sister of Dorothy J. Whittall, aunt of Elizabeth Jenkins and Christine Olquin.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Service Thurs. 10:30 A.M. at Covenant Methodist Church, Springfield Rd. and Saxer Springfield, Pa. Int.

Mt. Moriah Cem. Family Services by SPENCER T. VIDEON'S OF DREXEL HILL, 259 -2200. McDONALD On Sept.

17, 1993, ANNA daughter of the late John J. and Kathryn McDonald (nee Lambs); sister of James, Arthur, Dorothy and Janice McDonald, Marie Crumlish, Laura McKinney, Gertrude Dunn, Helene Barrett and the late John J. Walter William and Kathleen McDonald. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial, 10 A.M. from St.

Martin of Tours Church, 5400 Roosevelt Blvd. where friends may call from 8:30 A.M. Int. Holy Cross Cem. If so desired, family prefers contributions to St.

Martin's Church Fund, PA 19124. WM. H. LOGAN) McGARRY Sept. 19, 1993, DONALD in his 42nd year, beloved husband of Donna J.

McGarry (nee Ciabattoni), brother of Paul D. McGarry. Relatives and friends are invited to his services 1 P.M., MANNAL FUNERAL HOME, 6925 Frankford Ave. (at Tyson), where friends may call Tues. eve.

7 to 9 P.M. Int. Resurrection Cem. Memorials in Donald's name may be made to The American Diabetes One Plymouth Meeting Mall, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462-1316. MORROW On Sept.

19, 1993, ALINDA R. (nee James), of Williamstown, N.J., formerly of Sweetwater, age 72, mother of Wallace D. Corry, Jr. and daughterin-law, Valerie, of Glassboro, N.J., sister Daisy Slentz, Pearl Jams and Edna Roth, all of grandmother of Lisa C. Corry.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service 11 A.M., Thurs. at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, 126 S. Black Horse Pike, Runnemede, N.J. There will be a viewing Wed. eve.

after 7 P.M. at the Funeral Home. Int. White Chapel Gardens, Street Feasterville, Pa. Family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 7701 Burholme PA 19119.

NAWROCKI Cem. Friends may call Tues. eve. aft. 7 P.M.

and Wed. morning after 9 A.M. (Parking an Premises). NICHOLS JOHN on Sept. 19, 1993, of Fox Chase, beloved husband of the late Clare E.

Nees Nichols and father of John James E. and his, wife, Dolores, and Richard A. and his wife, Renee; grandfather of 4 and brother of Ruth Mooney, Jane Tate, Patricia Brady and William Nichols. Family and friends, may call Wed. eve.

after 7 P.M., and are invited to participate in Mass of Church Cecilia, 535 Rhawn Fox, Chase, Christian Burial at 8 P.M. Procession to Resurrection Cem. will leave Thurs. morning at 10 A.M., from OF FOX CHASE, 7900 Oxford Ave. If so desried a donation in Mr.

Nichols' memory to The de Sales Seminary, P.O. Box 1452, Wilmington, DE. 19899 would be appreciated by his family. LEON Sept. 18, 1993, beloved husband of the late Mary L.

(Honey) (nee Lawson); dear father of Lynda, Gail and Merri Swingle; brother of the late Stanley Nawrocki and Jane Morris; also sadly missed by 3 granchildren and his dear friend, Dolores McGee. Relatives, friends members of the Rising Sun V.F.W. Post No. 2819 Disabled American Veterans Chapter 82 and former coworkers of SEPTA are invited to his Funeral Services, Wed. at 10 A.M.

THE SUCHARSKI FUNERAL HOME, 2324 Margaret St. Int. Hillside PATTERSON Suddenly, Sept. 19, 1993, CATHERINE L. (nee Gleason), of Juniata Park, wife of the late Thomas W.

mother of Thomas W. sister of John and William Gleason; also survived by 2 grandchildren James and Kim. Relatives and friends invited to Funeral Service Wed. 10:30 A.M. at THE GUCKIN FUNERAL HOME, A A A 1419 E.

Hunting 9 Park Ave. Int. Lawnview Cem. VIEWING WED. MORNING ONLY AFTER 9:30.

Family requests donations to Juniata Park United Methodist Church, Castor and Hunting Park 19124. PIKE On Sept. 18, 1993, JAMES age 53, beloved husband of Katherine (nee Logan), father of James Raymond E. and Michael T. Pike, and Kathleen M.

Remick; also survived by brother, William W. Pike, Jr. and sister, Lucille Braithwaite, Judy Asplint and Thelma Quinn and 9 grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to viewing 7 to 9 P.M., ROBERTSON FUNERAL HOME, 2157 E. Cumberland St.

Services Thurs. 10 A.M. Int. Rosedale Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to Albert Einstein Medical Center Hospice Program..