Sunday, May 20, 2012
Bill was a US Navy veteran serving during the Korean War from 1952 to 1954 on the USS Siboney.
William S. Walter, 82 of Telford PA, formerly of Fort Washington, PA went home to be with the Lord on Monday may 14, 2012 at the University of Minnesota Hospital in Minneapolis. Born in Roslyn, PA, he was the son of the late Linford and the late Anna Mary (nee Franks) Walter. Bill was a US Navy veteran serving during the Korean War from 1952 to 1954 on the USS Siboney. Following discharge he was employed by Virnelson's Bakery for a number of years. He was a Brunswick Bowling Machine Mechanic for 40 years, employed with 30th Street Station Bowling Lanes in Philadelphia, Willow Grove Lanes, Willow Grove Moose Lodge, and the Thunderbird Lanes prior to retiring from that career. Mr. Walter was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church …
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
In retirement, Rita was a mentor at Lansdale Catholic High School, running a support group for children of single parents.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
A lifelong resident of Ambler, died Saturday May 5, 2012 at Abington Memorial Hospital after a long term illness.
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Thursday, May 10
David G. Pursell, 43 a lifelong resident of Ambler, died Saturday May 5, 2012 at Abington Memorial Hospital after a long term illness. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of Anne E. (nee Eveland) Pursell of Ambler and the late James D. Pursell who died in 1995. He was also predeceased by his sister Evelyn M. Pursell in 2007. David was a Graduate of Upper Dublin High School Class of 1987 and was working as a Bar Tender, at Toner's Beef and Ale in Fort Washington prior to his disability. Mr. Pursell was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church in Ambler. He is the beloved son of Anne E. Pursell of Ambler, PA and the loving brother of Krista Walters of Eddystone, PA Relatives and Friends may call Thursday May 10, 2012 from 9:30 to 10:30 …
While still in grade school, Madden began drawing cartoons for the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin, inking the Hi-De-Ho comic strip at the age of twelve.
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Thursday, May 10
Charles L. Madden, of Maple Glen, PA., died on the evening of May 7, 2012 at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington PA. He was the beloved husband of Mary T. (Barron) Madden for over 55 years. Charles was born in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Harry A. and Anna G. (Thompson) Madden. Charles' interest in art began at an early age when his mother walked him through the streets of Kensington to art classes every Saturday morning. Still in grade school, he began drawing cartoons for the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin, inking the Hi-De-Ho comic strip at the age of twelve. He won a prestigious P.S.F.S. scholarship award at the age of 16, presented by Eugene Ormandy at The Philadelphia Academy of Music. He graduated from Mastbaum High School, …
Dr. Charles Henry was a graduate from the Valley Forge Military Academy class of '42.
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Thursday, May 10
Dr. Charles Henry Jost, 88, of Ambler, PA died on May 7, 2012 at Abington Memorial Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Dr. Merylee E. (Werthan) Jost. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on April 7, 1924 to the late Charles H. and Charlotte A. (Applin) Jost. He was a graduate from the Valley Forge Military Academy class of '42. Dr. Jost served our country in the US Army in the 8th Armed Infantry as a Liaison Agent. He received his BS in teaching and received his M. ED at Temple University and later earned his D. ED. degree in 71'. Dr. Jost was the Supervisory Principle for the East Pikeland Elementary School until 66' and was associated with the Phoenixville Area School District. He was an experienced yachtsman having owned numerous boats …
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Francesco was a member of St. Joseph Church in Ambler and the L.R.B. Sons of Italy Lodge in Ambler.
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Thursday, May 3
Francesco Cerminara, 81, of Ambler, PA died on May 1, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Francesca (Penna) Cerminara. Francesco was born in Maida, Italy on December 14, 1930 to the late Giuseppe and Maria (Cuce) Cerminara. He worked in maintenance for Chemical Concentrate in Ft. Washington and AmChem. He was a member of St. Joseph Church in Ambler and the L.R.B. Sons of Italy Lodge in Ambler. He enjoyed playing cards, bocce and also was an excellent handyman. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Family was everything to him and whenever he was needed, he was always there for them. Besides his wife, Francesco is survived by 6 children: Joseph (Cheryl), Francesco (Lisa), Domenic, …
Anthony was a member of the L.R.B.-Sons of Italy of Ambler and the Limeklin Country Club.
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Thursday, May 3
Anthony L. Pistilli, Sr., 72, of Ambler, PA died on April 30, 2012 at his home. Anthony was born in Abington, PA on September 18, 1939 to the late George J. and Mattia (Russo) Pistilli. He was a graduate of Ambler High School class of 57'. He was a Warehouse Manager for Rorer Pharmaceutical Company for many years. Anthony was a member of the L.R.B.-Sons of Italy of Ambler and the Limeklin Country Club. He loved to play golf, vacation at Myrtle Beach, playing horseshoes, and spending time with family and friends. Anthony is survived by his 4 children: Maryann Hehn (Carl), Patricia A. DiNatale (Anthony), Grace Pistilli, Charles Pistilli (Diana), his 2 brothers George and John Pistilli, 5 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter, his former wife …
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Assunta Ciliberto, was a loving homemaker and member of Queen of Peace Church in Ardsley.
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Tuesday, May 1
Assunta Ciliberto, 83, of North Hills, PA, died suddenly on April 26, 2012 at Abington Memorial Hospital. She was the loving wife of the late Gregorio Ciliberto. Assunta was born in Maida, Italy on August 30, 1928 to the late Francesco and Teresa (Colelli) LoPrete. She was a loving homemaker and member of Queen of Peace Church in Ardsley, PA. Assunta enjoyed cooking and knitting. She was a loving, caring person who always put others ahead of herself. She loved spending time with her family especially with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by 6 children: Frank (Silvia), Anthony (Donna), Teresa, Dominic (Valerie), Robert Ciliberto (Tricia) and Caterina Briatico (Fernaldo); 2 sisters: Angela Buccafuri and Maria …
Clara DeCurtis was born in Rome, Italy and was a loving homemaker who enjoyed cooking, baking, spending time with her family, and traveling with her husband.
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Tuesday, May 1
Clara DeCurtis, 83, of Douglassville, formerly of Conshohocken, died on April 26, 2012 at Spruce Manor Nursing and Rehab. Center in West Reading. She was the beloved wife of the late Antonio DeCurtis. She was born in Rome, Italy on August 28, 1928 and was the daughter of the late Armanda (Rosatelli) D'Agapiti. She attended school in Italy and was employed as a Seamstress at Foreman's in Norristown, PA. She also worked at the Conshohocken Italian Bakery for over 10 years. Clara was a member of SS. Cosmas and Damian Church and was a loving homemaker who enjoyed cooking, baking, spending time with her family, and traveling with her husband. She is survived by 8 children: Lucy Aungust of Auburn, Gina Sissick of Collegeville, Nicoletta Ohler of…
Elizabeth Leschinsky worked as a Telephone Operator and was a loving homemaker for many years.
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Tuesday, May 1
Elizabeth R. Leschinsky, 82, of Gwynedd Valley, passed away on April 27, 2012 at Penn Hospice at Rittenhouse. She was the beloved wife of the late George Leschinsky and the late F. Warren Snyder. Elizabeth was born in Willow Grove, PA on September 10, 1929 to the late Joseph and Rosaline (Conforto) Messina. She was a graduate of Upper Moreland High School. She worked as a Telephone Operator and was a loving homemaker for many years. Elizabeth is survived by her 2 daughters: Janet Resnick (Larry) of Gwynedd Valley, PA and Carol Snyder of Doylestown, PA; 2 grandchildren: Jessica and Warren Resnick; 2 sisters: Maria Lenahan and Elvira Cerreta; 2 brothers: Patrick and Ben Messina. Services will be private. Donations in Elizabeth's name may be …
