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Meta Heintz

Meta Heintz

Jun 3, 2026

Meta Heintz, 

formerly of Germany, entered into eternal rest peacefully in her sleep on June 3, 2026, in Somerton. She was 98 years of age.

Meta was a widow and had no children. Funeral services and interment will be held privately at Ivy Hill Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of

Ronald Rex Piselli Funeral Chapels, Inc.

The Piselli Funeral Chapel

Michael J. Caruso

Michael J. Caruso

May 24, 2026

CARUSO, Michael J., age 76, of Springfield, passed away on May 24, 2026.

Beloved son of the late Michael R. Caruso and Angelina Caruso (née Russo). He is survived by his brother, Robert J. “Bob” Caruso and his wife, Sandra, of Richboro.

Michael was a graduate of the Philadelphia College of Performing Arts and received his Master of Music degree from the...

Cheryl Rutkowski

Cheryl Rutkowski

May 5, 2026

Cheryl entered into eternal rest May 8,2026 of Moosic Pennsylvania she was 72 yrs.of age. She leaves a loving sister, Lynne Redd of South Carolina.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of:Ronald Rex Piselli Funeral Chapels,Inc.

Kenneth Hottle

Kenneth Hottle

May 5, 2026

Kenneth entered into eternal rest May 5, 2026 in his sleep at Lafayette hill, he was 69 yrs.of age.Brother of James McCauley of Darby Pa. 

Interment Ivy Cemetery 

Funeral arrangements under the direction of Ronald Rex Piselli Funeral Chapels, Inc.

Zac Fae

Zac Fae

May 4, 2026

Bobroff, Charles Thomas an artist and designer, entered into eternal rest at his residence in Chestnut Hill on May 4, 2026. He was 78 years of age.

Charles will be remembered for his creative spirit, artistic vision, and the thoughtful way he expressed beauty through his work and life. His eye for design and appreciation for form, color, and detail reflected...

Francis Rollins

Francis Rollins

Mar 15, 2026

ROLLINS, FRANCIS, entered into eternal rest on March 15, 2026, at the age of 100. He was a resident of Chestnut Hill. He leaves no known survivors.

Graveside services will be conducted privately at Old Cathedral Cemetery in Philadelphia.

Funeral Arrangements under the direction of:

The Ronald Rex Piselli Funeal Chapels Inc.

Sandra Englehart

Sandra Englehart

Mar 14, 2026

ENGLEHART, Sandra 

Sandra “Sandi” Englehart entered into eternal rest on her birthday, March 14, 2026.

She was the beloved daughter of the late Edward and Mary (née Fazio). She is lovingly remembered as the cherished cousin of Pat Evans, Ed Cavanaugh, Theresa Taylor, Francis Cavanaugh Jr., Darryl DePasquale Sr., Darryl DePasquale Jr., and Joseph DePasquale. She was also the dear friend of...

JANET RAZLER

JANET RAZLER

Feb 28, 2026

JANET RAZLER OBITUARY

Janet Razler (nee Steck), 78, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, after a brief illness. Janet was born in 1947 in Philadelphia, PA and was the daughter and oldest child of Gerald Steck and Edna Steck (nee Dobert).

Janet was a true Philadelphian and long lifelong resident of Mayfair. She graduated from Lincoln High School...

Laura Salvatore (Nardini)

Laura Salvatore (Nardini)

Feb 27, 2026

Salvatore, Laura (nee Nardini) passed away peacefully on Friday February 27, 2026.Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Rosaria Nardini. Loving wife of Dan, having recently celebrated 53 years of marriage. Devoted mother to Bill (Jeanine) Salvatore, Theresa (Bob) Hunsicker, and Loretta (Kris) Rudzinski. Adored grandmother of Rose, Charlie, Noah, and Anna Jeanne. Sister...

Bruce Geiger

Bruce Geiger

2026

GEIGER

BRUCE ENTERED INTO ETERNAL REST AT HIS RESIDENCE in South Philadelphia, he was 61 yrs. of age...Loving brother of Vivian-funeral services will be strictly private

Funeral arrangements under the direction of the

RONALD REX PISELLI FUNERAL CHAPELS INC.

"Phoenixx"

"Phoenixx"

Feb 6, 2026

Phoenixx Alexander Croxton, 57, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away on February 6, 2026. Born March 21, 1968, in Bronx, NY, he was a true Philadelphia nightlife legend, a luminous force whose presence shaped an era. As the unforgettable face of the iconic Shampoo nightclub, he wasn't just a host or performer — Phoenixx was the heartbeat of the room, welcoming...

ELVA CORDELIA DOHERTY

ELVA CORDELIA DOHERTY

Jan 8, 2026

 DOHERTY

Elva Cordelia “Corkey” Doherty (née Calhoun), age 85, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Born on May 7, 1940, in El Paso, Texas, Corkey lived a working-class life filled with faith, compassionate service, struggle and courage.She spent part of her childhood living in a tent while her father worked on pipelines in the desert. Corkey’s...

JAMES G. THIERGARTNER

JAMES G. THIERGARTNER

Jan 7, 2026

THIERGARTNER, JAMES G.Most suddenly, on January 7, 2026, entered into eternal rest. He was 62 years of age.Most devoted & loving husband of Donna-Marie(nee Cerecino), beloved father of Paul. Most loving son of the late Kenneth Thiergartner and Marian nee(Jung) Son-In-Law of the late Paul and Loretta Cerecino. He was the most loving brother of Jody Desserich (Dennis), Jennifer Pekarik (Endre), Ken Thiergartner (Teri)...

Loretta Smith

Loretta Smith

Jan 7, 2026

Loretta Smith entered into eternal rest peacefully on January 7, 2026, in Glenside, Pennsylvania. She was 60 years old.

She was the beloved sister of Rosetta and also leaves behind a loving family.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of

The Ronald Rex Piselli Funeral Chapels, Inc.

Theresa E. Giandonato

Theresa E. Giandonato

Dec 24, 2025

THERESA E. GIANDONATO (née Bertolino) 97, of Philadelphia, PA, entered into eternal rest on December 24, 2025.

Theresa was born to the late Madeline (née Dizenzo) and Alfred Bertolino in Philadelphia, where she was a lifelong resident and devoted member of St. Richard’s Parish. A 1946 graduate of South Philadelphia High School, she worked for many years as a hairdresser and...

Matthew Maiolino

Matthew Maiolino

Dec 20, 2025

Matthew Maiolino, age 55, passed away on December 20, 2025. He was born on May 7, 1970, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Matthew was loved by everyone who knew him. He was a devoted and loving father, a caring son, and a beloved brother whose presence meant alot to his family and friends. His love for his family was evident in everything he...

Sarah L. Smith

Sarah L. Smith

Dec 10, 2025

Sarah L. Smith entered into eternal rest peacefully at her residence on December 10, 2025, at the age of 66.

She is survived by her children and a loving family.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ronald Rex Piselli Funeral Chapels, Inc.

Robert Arrowsmith

Robert Arrowsmith

Nov 19, 2025

ARROWSMITH, 

ROBERT J., SP4, U.S. ARMY

Entered into eternal rest at Lafayette Hill, Pa., on Nov. 19, 2025, age 82. Father of Timothy of Rochester, N.Y. He also leaves a daughter.

Graveside services, with military honors to be rendered, on Friday December 26, 2:30 p.m. precisely at Washington Crossing National Cemetery. Inurnment in the Columbarium will take place following the services.

The Ronald Rex Piselli...

Leona Pearl Dunton

Leona Pearl Dunton

Oct 31, 2025

DUNTON,

Leona Pearl entered into eternal rest peacefully October 31 ,2025 at the St. Francis Center. 

She was 102 years of age, She leaves a most loving family.

Catholic graveside services will be conducted

November 10, 2025 at the Holy Cross Cemetery in Yeadon, Pennsylvania.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of:

The Ronald Rex Piselli Funeral Chapels Inc.

Frederick Rivers

Frederick Rivers

Oct 23, 2025

Frederick entered into eternal rest October 23,2025  in Cheltenham 

He was 80 years old-Interment private Ivy hill cemetery-Funeral, arrangements under the direction of:

The Ronald Rex Piselli Funeral Chapels Inc.

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