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PHILLY.COM FRIDAY, MAY11, 2012 THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER B7 Funeral Announcements PLEASE VIEW AND SIGN THE ONLINE GUEST BOOK AT PHILLYCOM DRISCOLL I ALLAN ANNE F. (nee Bingham), May 10, 2012. Wife of the late George F. Allan, beloved mother of Barbara Moffett (Frank) and Maureen Auman (Ronald), loving Nana of 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grand children. Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass Monday 10 A.M.

at St. Andrew's Old Church, 81 Swamp Road, Newtown PA where friends may call after 9 A.M. Int. Resurrection Cem. In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory to Ann's Choice Benevolent Fund, 16000 Ann's Choice Way, Warminster PA 18974 would be appreciated.

(JOSEPH A. QUINN INC.) SEMOLA FRANK, of Williamstown NJ, age 107, on May 9, 2012. Husband of the late Sarah (nee Fa las co). Loving father of Anthony (Carla) of Sicklerville NJ, Jean De Santa of Mt. Ephraim NJ and John of Voorhees NJ.

Dear grandfather of 6, great-grandfather of 16 and great-great grandfather of 9. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Sunday, from 2 to 5 P.M., and again on Monday, from 8:30 to 9:30 A.M., at THE FARNELLI FUNERAL HOME, 504 N. Main Williamstown NJ. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 A.M., at St. Mary ChurchOur Lady of Peace Parish, Williamstown.

Burial St. Joseph's Cemetery, Chews Landing. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Munier Mandolin Guitar Orchestra, 47 Knighton Lane, Mt. Laurel NJ 08054. To sign the guestbook online please visit, www.farnellifuneralhome.com LEWIN (Corrected Notice) ANDREW L.

May 8, 2012. Husband of Judy (nee Gonzalez). Father of Jason Lewin (fiancee Erin Doody) and the late Sean Lewin. Son of Clare and the late Herbert H. Lewin.

Brother of Bonnie Krauss and Elissa Lewin (Dr. Elliott B. Rotman). Uncle of Jennifer (Randy) Hendrick, Seth Rotman and Chloe Rotman. He was past president of Pennsylvania Lodge 76- Brith Abraham.

Relatives and friends are invited to Funeral Services Friday 1 P.M. precisely GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL SACKS, 6410 N. Broad Phila. Interment Montefiore Cem. Shiva will be observed at the residence of Elissa Lewin and Dr.

Elliott B. Rotman. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Stroke 5455 N. High Columbus, OH 43214 or Nancy's House, 440 Deaver Wyncote, Pa 19095. www.

gold stein sfuneral.com PASSER() JESSIE (nee Fasso) On May 10, 2012. Beloved wife of John; loving mother of Rose (late Arthur F. Esq.) Conley and John Philip (Marian) Passero; dear grandmother of Jessica R. Conley, Kim Brooks and Suzanne (Ed) Woodbridge; survived by 5 great grandchildren; beloved sister of Joseph (Olga) Fasso, Rose De Mavis and the late Mary Zagame and Sebastian and Vincent Fasso; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing SUNDAY Evening 7 to 9 P.M.

and MONDAY Morning 8 to 9 A.M. at The PENNSYLVANIA BURIAL 1327-29 S. Broad St. Funeral Mass MONDAY 10 A.M. St.

Andrew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 3500 School Drexel Hill, PA Interment SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery. PENNSYLVANIA 131JRIAL COMPANY INC EST. 1921 Supv Peter JaccyJni GRIVNOVICS CHARLES J. on May 8, 2012.

Beloved husband of the late Irene (nee Sowizdral). Son of the late Charles and Mary (nee Hoffman). Loving father of Ann Marie Tunstall (James). Pop-Pop of Tia Marie, Samanthajo and Noah William. Brother of Anthony and Steven Grivnovics, Mary Labik, Catherine Daley, Mary Budick, Eugene Romanies, the late Cecilia and John Grivnovics and the late Aleck Romanies.

Also survived by step-sons Mario and Anthony Ricci. Relatives, friends and fellow members of Adam Kowalski Post are invited to his Viewing and Funeral Monday 9 to 10 A.M. at St. Josaphat's Church, Cotton and Silverwood Funeral Mass will begin at 10 A.M. Int.

Westminster Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations in Charles's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated. KARCSH FUNERAL HOME fe 11 ii71 41 'dm.

JOHN 50, of Montgomery County, passed away suddenly Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at his residence. Born June 4, 1961, he was a son of Anne S. (Shreiner) Driscoll and the late Edward J. Driscoll, Sr. He is survived by his love, Melissa Healy; 2 daughters, Me ghan and Amy Driscoll (daughters of Lucy); 7 siblings, Edward Driscoll (Jeanne), Michael Driscoll (Nancy), Gerard Driscoll, Rosemarie Swartz, Damian Driscoll, Maria Haering (Carl) and Annemarie Driscoll (Danny); and many nieces and nephews.

John was a loving father who served his country honorably in the US Marine Corps Artillery Intelligence. He was an All-American lacrosse defensemen for Abington High who excelled in all sports. Visitation 9:30 A.M. Saturday, May 12, 2012 at St. John of the Cross Parish, 2741 Woodland Roslyn, PA 19001 followed by the Funeral Mass at 11:00 A.M.

Interment private. www.huffandlakjer.com FMK ANNA (nee Cihiy), on May 9, 2012 formerly of Roslyn. She was a former member of St. John of the Cross Leisure Club. Wife of the late George.

Mother of David A. Fecak (Helen), the late Geri A. Liebsch and the late Helen "Sissy" Flack. Also survived by 8 Grandchildren and 18 Great Grandchildren. Funeral Mass Monday 11:00 A.M.

at St. John of the Cross Church, 2741 Woodland Rd. (at Thomson Rd.) Roslyn, PA 19001. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing at the church Monday after 9:30 A.M. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cem.

ly www.ma funeralhome.com 11 WILLIAM MAY IpAihdi FUNERAL HOME, INC MOM NORTH WALES FULLER NORMAN on May 9, 2012, at the age of 80. Beloved brother of Clifford Fuller (Mary) and Anna Goodwin (the late Robert); cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Relatives and friends are invited to Norman's Life Celebration Tuesday, from 10 A.M., followed by his Funeral Service.

12 Noon. at JOHN F. GIVNISH OF ACADEMY 10975 Academy Phila. Int. Sunset Memorial Park.

To share your fondest memories of Norman, please visit www.lifecelebration.com 1-877-GIVNISH 9 GIVNISH GILLIGAN At Akh THOMAS of Newark, DE, suddenly on May 9, 2012, in his 57th year. Director of Horty Horty, CPAs, Wilmington. Beloved husband of the late Carol L. (nee Hastings). Devoted son of Margaret (nee Grace) and the late William Sr.

Loving brother of William (Julie), Grace Glennon, Marjorie McCann, Paula Campbell (John Witmer). "Greatest uncle in the world" to Kelli, Greg, Colleen, Thomas, Jacquelyn, Jimmy, Rian, Tessa, Megan, Keara, Michael, Kerianne, Sloane, Ava, Colin and Brendan. Also survived by numerous aunts, many cousins, and especially the Bonner family. Relatives and friends will be received Sunday 6-9 P.M. at JOHN F.

GIVNISH OF ACADEMY 10975 Academy Phila, PA 19154. Additional calling hour will be Monday A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford PA 19114. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 A.M.

Rite of Committal will follow in Resurrection Cem. Memorial contributions would be appreciated to DFRC 640 Plaza Drive, Newark, DE 19702. Condolences to: www.doughertyfuneralhome.com BALZER DORIS A. (nee Dorner), age 67, on May 9, 2012. Wife of the late George loving mother of George III (Janice), Lorinda (Mark) Ferraiolo and Melinda (John Carmolingo) also survived by 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; sister of Patricia Macasieb, Andrew, Dolores, the late John, Jimmy and Charles Dorner; daughter in law of George Balzer Sr.

Relatives and friends invited to her Viewing Monday, 7 to 9 P.M., and Tuesday, 8 A.M., MURPHY-RUFFENACH FUNERAL HOME, 3rd and Wolf Sts. Funeral Mass, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 9:30 A.M. Int. SS.

Peter and Paul Cemetery. BARAN ERIK, suddenly on May 10, 2012 at the age 40. Loving son of Peg and the late John. Dear brother of Jennifer DeShong (Scott) and his niece Katie. Dear grandson of Florence Campbell.

Nephew of Tim Baran (Barb), Winnie and Jack Campbell. Also survived by his cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his Memorial Services Monday 9:00 A.M. to 10:45 A.M. BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave.

(So. of Grant Ave.) followed by his Service 11:00 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cem. www.burnsfuneralhome.com 215-637-1414 CAHILL JAMES age 78, passed away Thursday, May 10, 2012 at Vitas Hospice at Methodist Hospital. He was employed as a Caulker with Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 048832.

Jim was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Edna M. (nee Falkinburg) Cahill. He will be sadly missed by his children, Karen Boyle (Joe), James P. Cahill and Theresa Steinard (Richard). Brother of Marie.

Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Viewing Monday Eve 7 to 9 P.M. and Tuesday 8:30 to 9:30 A.M. at the TOMLINSON FUNERAL HOME, 2207 Bristol Pike, Bensalem PA 19020 followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 A.M. at St.

Charles Borromeo Church, Rite of Committal Resurrection Cem. CASPER STELLA, age 89, of PA, on May 6, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Zigmund Casper. She is survived by her devoted nieces, Dianne Charyton (Bob) and Jane Straub (Kurt) and their families. Services and Interment private.

Memorial donations may be made to Heacock Hospice Pavilion, Chandler Hall, 99 Barclay Street, Newtown, PA 18940. COLLINS RYAN LEE, of West Chester. Survived by his son Brandon Collins, his mother Shannon Wilson, his father Leon A. Collins and his step mom Jami Collins. Relatives and friends are invited to his Visitation Saturday 12 Noon to 1:45 P.M.

at the D'ANJOLELL MEMORIAL HOME OF MALVERN- FRAZER, 392 Lancaster Ave. (entrance at Church Road and Route 30), Frazer PA 19355. Memorial Service 2 P.M. Interment private. www.danjolell.com DANJOLELL DIX FRANK HENRY age 55 of Washington, DC and Phila.

died suddenly on May 5, 2012. He is survived by his sons, David H. Dix of Frank H. Dix Jr. of NY, his daughter Elena D.

Dix of Erie. Also survived by his grandson Bryce Barnes-Dix and his brothers Clarence, Edward, Donald Wells and John Dix and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins and many friends in Erie, Phila. and Washington, DC. Funeral Mass Monday 10:30 A.M. at St.

Francis de Sales, 4625 Springfield Phila. where relatives and friends may call from 9 to 10:30 A.M. Int. private. FRANK C.

VIDEON Broomall HARLEY JAMES May 9, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (nee McGee), dear father of Roseann Harley-Muto (Nick dear brother of John Harley, Roseann Kearney and Cecilia DeFeo; also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Tuesday 9 A.M. to 10 A.M. from THE EDWARD J.

PETNER FUNERAL HOME (Family Owned and Operated), 6421 Frankford Ave. at Levick St. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 A.M. St. Timothy Church.

Int. Resurrection Cem. Viewing Mon. Eve. 7 P.M.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in James' memory to the American Heart 5455 N. High Columbus, OH 43214. JABLANOFSKY BARBARA J. (nee Keyser-Hughes), of Feasterville, PA on May 8, 2012, formerly of Phila. Survived by husband Charles son Michael Keyser, granddaughters Rachel and Valerie and sister Sandra Dickson.

Predeceased by nephew Christopher Cavacini. Wife of the late Robert S. Hughes. Stepmother to four daughters and six sons from the Hughes and Jablanofsky families. "Mom Mom" to six Hughes grandchildren.

Stepgrandmother to fifteen Jablanofsky grandchildren. Predeceased by stepgrandson Michael Musselman. Friends may call at McCAFFERTY-SWEENEY FUNERAL HOME, 6126 Torresdale PA 19135 May 12th, 9:30 to 10:30 AM, Service at 10:30 AM. Interment immediately following Sunset Mem. Park, 333 County Line Hunting-don Valley, PA.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to a charity of your choice. McCafferty-Sweeney Torresdate Ave. 215-333-0500 KRENSKA BARBARA (nee Skierski), May 8, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Kazimierz. Loving mother of Andrzej Piwonski (Malgorzata).

She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren: Dania and Adrian and leaves behind relatives in Poland and Germany. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing and Funeral Monday May 14th, 8:30 A.M. from the JOSEPH T. SEKULA FUNERAL HOME 2634 E. Allegheny Ave.

(cor. of Thompson Funeral Mass 10 A.M. St. Adalbert Church. Interment Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery.

LAMBING FRANCES (nee Maier), May 9, 2012. Wife of the late Philip, Sr. and loving mother of Janice Kleinstick and Philip Lambing, Jr. Dear sister of James Maier. Beloved grandmother of Karen Chavez, Philip M.

and Brooke Lambing. Great grandmother of Shannon and great, great grandmother of Brody. Relatives, friends, members of Olney Baptist Church invited to call Monday, 10 AM, KIRK AND NICE SUBURBAN-County Line and Pine Road (Sunset Memorial Park) with Services at 11 AM. Memorials do the church, 239 W. Chew Avenue, PA 19120 would be appreciated.

(MANN 215-548-3282) SHERENIAN NANCY, on May 9, 2012, age 80 years. Nancy was the beloved wife of the late George Sherenian. She enjoyed spending time with her friends, family and especially her husband. She is survived by a son Michael Sherenian (Suzanne), a daughter Sandra Gates, grandchildren Michael, Maritsa and Alexander; also survived by a brother Nicholas Ohanian and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters Mariam and Elmas; also a sister-in-law Katie.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Monday, May 14th from 10 A.M. at St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Apostalic Church, 8701 Ridge PA 19128 where Funeral Services will be held at 11 A.M. Ent. will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville.

In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the above mentioned church. www.kirkandnicefuneralhomes.com Kirk SHERKNESS JOE F. 56, of Limerick, husband of Renee A. (Martorano) Sherkness, passed on Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Funeral Mass Monday, 11 A.M.

at Columbkill RC Church, 200 Indian Spring Road, Boyertown. Visitation Monday 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at church. Private burial.

In lieu of flowers donations to Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines, 1710 Ridge Road, Pottstown, PA 19465-8806. CATAGNUS FUNERAL HOME CREMATION CENTER, Royersford www.catagnusfuneralhomes.com TONER JAMES age 82, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2012, in Sarasota FL, formerly of Drexel Hill and West Chester PA. Beloved husband of Edna R. (nee Rash) Toner; loving father of James, Cary (Maryann), Andrew (Angela) and Jeffrey (Maureen) Toner and Aimee (Pete) Engebretson; dear brother of Agnes Lovett, Charlie Toner, the late William Toner, Mary Creighton and Helen Hughes; brother-in-law of John Creighton, Mary Toner, Peter Hughes, the late Edward Lovett and Anne Toner; also survived by 17 grandchildren and one great grandson. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Saturday, 9 to 10:50 A.M., at St.

Dorothy Catholic Church, 4910 Township Line Road, Drexel Hill PA, followed by his Funeral Mass 11 A.M. Int. private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Jim to Horizons for Youth, 703 W. Monroe Chicago IL 60661.

Online condolences at: www.donohuefuneralhome.com Arr. by 610-431-9000 West Chester PA 11-1E on ilqnk gf Lele DONOHUE FLWEHtL HOMES, INC I 44Mal olt6 See the Death Notices at Philly.com 71 phillyecom nt1nir 11111 of ef I PEYTON PATRICIA ANNE (nee Casey), of Mayfair, died peacefully on May 7, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. Devoted mother of Patricia Peyton (John Martell), John (Elizabeth) and Kevin (Ann Louise) Peyton; loving sister of Maureen Eck (Gerald); adoring grandmother of John Thomas, Conor, Ryan, Brigid, Liam, Aldan and Clara; also survived by many cherished nieces, nephews and cousins. Patricia was a faithful parishioner of St. Matthew Parish for 74 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Viewing Monday, 8:45 to 10:15 A.M., at St. Matthew Church (Upper), 3000 Cottman Phila, PA 19149, followed by her Funeral Mass, 10:30 A.M. Rite of Committal Resurrection Cem. No Viewing Sunday evening. Donations in her memory may be made to the Patricia A.

Peyton Scholarship Fund for the benefit of St. Matthew (Phila.) and St. Francis De Sales (Phila.) Grade Schools, do 8001 Roosevelt Smylie Times Bldg. 501B, PA 19152. JOHN F.

4 C. OVER 100 YEARS OF FAMILY srRmE REIBSTEIN HELEN (nee Levy), of Cherry Hill NJ, died peacefully on May 6, 2012 at the age of 95. She was the beloved wife of Joseph Reibstein, who passed away last year, also at 95. She will be sorely missed by her 3 sons, Michael, David and Larry; 3 grandchildren, Andrew, Sarah and Alana; and daughters-in-law Amy and Jenny. She was predeceased by 5 sisters and one brother.

She loved dancing and the joy it brought to all. RICHTER SYLVIA (nee Dion), May 8, 2012. Wife of the late Maurice, beloved mother of Dr. Stanley (Marilyn) Richter and Suellen (Jim) Weiner, loving sister of Adrienne (Joseph) Seligman, beloved grandmother of Lori (Doug) Katz, Michele (Steven) Gergans, Scott (Dr. Sara Tabrizi) Weiner and Tracy (Gregg) Tavani, beloved great grandmother of Josh, Zach, Matthew, Lindsey, Elsa, Vivian, Emily and Brian.

Relatives and friends are invited to graveside services Sunday 11 A.M. precisely at King David Memorial Park (Sec. II). Shiva will be observed at the residence of Suellen and Jim Weiner commensing Sunday 6 P.M. through Monday.

Contributions in her memory may be made to a charity of donors choice. www. gold stein sfuneral.com RZEPSKI ELAINE age 76 passed peacefully May 10 2012, of Bryn Mawr PA, formerly of Wayne PA Beloved daughter of the late Beatrice E. (nee Cerebi) and Stanley C. Rzepski; loving sister of Barbara and the late Stanley Rzepski.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday, 9 to 9:50 A.M., St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 800 E. Lancaster Villanova PA, followed by her Funeral Mass 10 A.M. Int. Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Phila.

PA. Online condolences at: www.donohuefuneralhome.com Arr. (610 989-9600) Wayne, PA THE li fLif DONOHUE FUNERAL HOMES, INC. b- 4 01, A vunly r. 4S011ek C.

OVER 100 YEARS OF FAMILY srRmE 'Rd le 11 ii7141 MARGOLIS MOLLY (nee Maths), on May 9, 2012. Wife of the late Charles Margolis and Harry Isdaner. Mother of Margo (Barry) Clayman, of Sharon MA and Barry (Marsha) Isdaner. Sister of Edith Zibelman. Grandmother of Michael (Amy) Clayman, Mark (Michelle) Clayman, Stephanie (Jim) Kassanoff and Amy (Latham) Pali.

Great grandmother of Sarah Clayman, Rebecca Clayman, Sam Clayman, Teddy Kassanoff, Chad Clayman, Shane Kassanoff and Logan Pali. Relatives and friends are invited to Funeral Services Sunday, 12:30 P.M. precisely, at GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL SACKS, 6410 N. Broad St. Int.

Montefiore Cemetery. Family will return to the Isdaner residence. Contributions in her memory may be made to Cong. Or Ami, 708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill PA 19444, or to Simon C. Fireman Community, Attn: Marjorie Glincher, 640 N.

Main Randolph MA 02368. www. gold stein sfuneral.com MARION BERNARD the proprietor of Germantown Market Girard Beef Co. for more than two decades, died May 8, 2012, at his home in Lake Worth FL. He was 90 years old and had been in ill-health for several months.

Marion is survived by his wife of 65 years, Florence (Haer); their sons, Larry (Leslie) and Murray (Michael) (Sheri); 6 grandchildren, Craig (lenna), Dana, Carley, Melissa (Jason), Alexa and Freddy, 2 great granddaughters, Joni and Harley. OSIECKI JOSEPH May 9, 2012. Beloved husband of Frances (nee Lorenz) and formerly the late Reggie Osiecki. Loving father of Andrea Fitzgerald (Michael) and Joseph (Marcia). Dear stepfather of Susan D.

Cook; also survived by his grandchildren: Joseph Michael, Evan and Regina; brother of Lynn Walther, Julie Mason and the late Thomas. Mr. Osiecki was a former Phila. Phil lies minor league first baseman. Relatives, friends and Carpenter's Union Local 122 are invited to his Funeral Monday, 8:30 A.M.

at THE JOSEPH A. QUINN FUNERAL HOME, cor. Roosevelt Blvd. and Sanger St. Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M.

St. Martin of Tours Church, 5450 Roosevelt PA 19124. Int. Our Lady of Grace Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to St.

Martin of Tours Church at the above address would be appreciated. OZBEKHAN AVE '1614 ANNE E. (nee Binkley), 93, of died May 6, 2012, formerly married to the late Paul Rand, and for 46 years to the late Hasan Ozbekhan. Survived by her daughter Catherine Rand, of Cincinnati, OH and 2 grandsons, Troy and Brody Gallaher. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Online condolences: www.philadelphiafuneralcare.com THE OLIVER H. BAIR Co. Serving Philadelphia Since 1878 Remember Your Loved Ones With Flowers Po lites Florist 610-352-1717 www.politestioristcom fo. fetem, A41, 0 mi 7' W0 0 1 ye zi e4 See the Death Notices at Philly.com ilnquirer phillyecom.

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