Local Obituaries for Jacob F. Ruth Funeral Directors in Philadelphia, PA
Arthur C. Leaphart, Jr.
Jan 3, 2022
Arthur C. Leaphart, Jr died peacefully in his sleep on January 3, 2022 at the age of 82 in Philadelphia. Arthur was born on May 3, 1939 in Philadelphia to Hattie and Arthur Leaphart. He was one of eight siblings and the oldest boy. Arthur is predeceased by his parents, his son Arthur C. Leaphart, III, his brother Bernard Leaphart...
Rita M. Bongiovanni
Dec 29, 2021
BONGIOVANNI RITA M. BONGIOVANNI (nee Zimmaro), age 90, on December 29, 2021. Wife of the late Anthony P. Bongiovanni. Survived by her children, Mimi and John, 5 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren. Graveside service Monday, January 3, 2022, 11AM at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please gather at the cemetery office on Cheltenham Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to...
Thomas Dolan, IV
Dec 28, 2021
Thomas Dolan IV, celebrated conservationist with an insect named after him, dies at 98 Influential in creating flood plain zoning to protect urban watersheds, he championed many local wetland preservation projects. by Gary Miles Published Philadelphia Inquirer Jan 10, 2022 Thomas Dolan IV, 98, of Lafayette Hill, a celebrated conservationist who identified a new category of mayfly; the former executive...
Linda S. Howell
Dec 15, 2021
Linda Scolavino Howell, age 53, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2021, after a seven-year long and heroic battle with colon cancer. She was initially given a much grimmer prognosis, doctors saying she may only live one more year, but despite all the fear that comes with sudden life-altering news, Linda summoned the will and strength to defy those odds...
N. Wayne Kressley
Nov 27, 2021
N. Wayne Kressley Wayne Kressley passed away on November 27, 2021 in Philadelphia, PA. at Keystone House. Born July 14, 1936 in Philadelphia, Wayne grew up and attended school in Lansdowne PA. He was the eldest child of Nevin R. Kressley and Janet Seel Kressley. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Ursinus College and a master’s degree in physical therapy...
LeeAnn Hildebrand Dahme
Nov 23, 2021
LeeAnn Hildebrand-Dahme went to be with the Lord and her parents on November 23rd, 2021 at Chestnut Hill Hospital with her family by her side. Beloved daughter to the late Roy and Adelaide Hildebrand. Wife to David E. Dahme for 25 years. Mother to Danielle and Timothy. LeeAnn was known as a fanatic of the Philadelphia Phillies since she was...
Joseph A. Hutter
Nov 13, 2021
JOSEPH ANTHONY HUTTER (JOE) Joe Hutter celebrated his 90th birthday in May 2021 and his 71st Wedding Anniversary on October 7th. Joe died on November 13th following a long illness. Joe’s long life is a tribute to his ability to withstand adversity, to accept what life handed him and to do so with a smile or a quip for everyone....
Charles Richard Linck
Nov 8, 2021
LINCK CHARLES RICHARD “Dick” LINCK, age 86, on November 8, 2021 of Germantown. Son of the late Charles and Amelia (nee Wimmer) Linck. Contributions in his memory to First United Methodist Church of Germantown will be appreciated.
Gary Baker
Nov 2, 2021
Gary Philip Baker, 69, passed on to his new life in his home, surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren, on Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Gary was a loving husband, son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. His passion and integrity to his faith and to those he loved was unwavering. Gary was born on June 19, 1952 to Shirley...
Gerard Joseph Maloney
Nov 2, 2021
GERARD JOSEPH MALONEY passed away on Tuesday, November 2nd, All Soul’s Day, following a 10+ year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Gerard is survived by his loving wife, Marie Nuara Maloney. He is also survived by his daughter, Meghan Maloney Barber (Russell) and his son, Paul Charles Maloney (Samantha). Also survived by his siblings, Col. James Maloney (Rita), William Maloney (Evelyn),...
Barbara A. Shriver
Oct 27, 2021
BARBARA SHRIVER (nee Ortino) passed away on October 27, 2021 surrounded by her family, following a 12 year battle with Lymphoma. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Charles, and her beloved Beagle, Jewel. She is also survived by her daughter, Suzanne (Daniel) and her beautiful granddaughter, Ella. Barbara grew up in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy. She was a...
Miserain Rodriguez Soto
Oct 25, 2021
Celebration of the Life of Miserain Rodriguez Soto Miserain Rodriguez Soto was born in Barrio Montaña, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, to Pablo Rodriguez Sosa and Juana Soto Román on Dec 26, 1920, but he always celebrated his birthday on November 22. Miserain was the first son of 10 children (Zoraida, Ricarda, José Ángel, Gloria, Laura, Jorge, Pablito, Placido and Enrique). As...
Buffy Red Feather Brown
Oct 23, 2021
Buffy Red Feather Brown Buffy Brown was born in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 29, 1928. As the first born to Hattie Branch Newell and Levy Newell I; her parents delighted in her bright, energetic personality and beauty. As a little girl, Buffy delighted in spending the entire summer split between her paternal and maternal grandparents who both lived in...
Thomas F. Putney
Oct 21, 2021
PUTNEY THOMAS F. PUTNEY, age 90, on Oct. 21, 2021, of Blue Bell, formerly of Chestnut Hill. Beloved husband of the late Teresa (nee Kilfoil). Father of Sharon Hargadon (William), Sally Tidwell (David), Thomas Putney (Pamela), Elizabeth Sullivan (Jeffrey). Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 259...
Jeffrey Alan Hoeltzel
Oct 18, 2021
Jeffrey Alan Hoeltzel, beloved son of the late Rev. Russell and Virginia Hoeltzel, passed away peacefully in hospice care on October 18. He was educated in the Avon-Grove and Garnet Valley School Districts, and graduated from Central High School in Philadelphia. He subsequently earned a B.A. in History with honors at Drew University and an M.Sc. in International History with...
Marie T. McMenamin
Oct 12, 2021
Marie McMenamin (nee Rigney) passed away on October 12, 2021 surrounded by her family, following a brief illness. Marie is survived by her loving husband, Michael (Frank) McMenamin, and five children, Marie Teresa, Mike (Eileen), Susan (Jerry), Patty (Joe) Sergio, and Colleen, grand children Joey (Melanie), Christina (Ned), Megan (Keith), Alison, Stephen, Sarah, Ashley, Nicole, and two beautiful great grandchildren,...
Walter R. Jagiello
Oct 7, 2021
JAGIELLO WALTER R. JAGIELLO, age 80, on October 7, 2021 of Philadelphia. Predeceased by his mother Helen, his father Walter and his beloved sister Susan Helen Jagiello. At an early age, Walter’s mother instilled in him the importance of a good education. Walter now continues his journey, albeit in the next dimension, but he leaves a legacy which will assist...
George B. Roberts
Oct 3, 2021
George B. Roberts, former U.S. ambassador to Guyana and career foreign service officer, dies at 91 He was tasked with representing the United States in 1979, less than a year after the tragic Jonestown massacre in remote Guyana on Nov. 18, 1978. by Gary Miles Published Philadelphia Inquirer Oct 5, 2021 George B. Roberts, 91, of Philadelphia, the U.S. ambassador...
Margaret Kingsley Blake Torrey
Sep 28, 2021
Margaret Kingsley Blake Torrey Margaret “Anne” “Rooney” Kingsley Blake Torrey, age 93, passed away on September 28, 2021, at Cathedral Village in Philadelphia, PA. Born in Holyoke, MA, in 1927, she was the daughter of the late Robert A. Kingsley and Margaret McMaster. After graduating from Springside School ’45 and McGill University ’49, Anne married Donald “Donnie” Blake, a geologist,...
Ethel M. Drysdale
Sep 27, 2021
Ethel M. Drysdale (nee Moody), age 89, died September 27,2021 with her family at her side. Wife of the late David G. Drysdale, Sr. Mother of David (Joanne), Barbara Jardel (Bob), and Linda Miller (Ed). Grandmother of nine, Lauren Rookstool (Jack), Maria Millstein (Ross), David Drysdale, III, Robert Jardel (Remi), Michael Jardel, Melissa Jardel, Jennifer Washel, Alanna Miller, and Devon...
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