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Posted By: GenealogyBuff.com Peter J. Vitelli, Sr.
April 24, 1924 - January 11, 2004
Peter J. Vitelli Sr. of Ashley, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Sunday, January 11, 2004 at Laurels Health and Rehabilitation at Kingston. He was 79 years old. Peter was born April 24, 1924 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, son of the late Peter A. Vitelli and the late Anna Vitelli (nee - Biehl).
He is the beloved husband of the late Catherine Vitelli;
father of the late Constance Campbell and her children Constance Dennis and Norma Jean Weirich, Kathleen Reilly, Antoinette Hail, Mary Main and Peter J. Vitelli; grandfather of 15; great grandfather of 24; great great grandfather of 2; brother of Helen Serratore, Janet Fitzgerald, Eileen Wetzel, Patricia Vitelli and Naomi Vitelli. He is also survived by his many nieces and nephews.
Peter was a member of the American Legion and the Darby Volunteer Fire Co. #2 in Darby, PA.
Relatives and friends were invited to his viewing Wednesday, January 14, 2004, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Thursday, January 15, 2004, from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. at the Wetzel and Son Funeral Home, 501 North Easton Road, Willow Grove. Relatives and friends were invited to his funeral mass Thursday, January 15, 2004, at 10:30 A.M. at St. David R. C. Church, 316 North Easton Road, Willow Grove. Interment was private.
In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to Lee Jennings Fund, PO Box 286, Elmer, NJ 08318.
The following was published by The Laurels at Kingston in a newsletter to the residents in December 2003.
Meet the Residents
This month we are happy to meet Peter Vitelli.
Peter was born on April 24, 1924. His parents Peter and Anna lived in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, at the time of Peter's birth. Peter's dad Peter was an iceman and his mom, Anna, was a homemaker. Peter was the only boy in his family. He had six sisters. Peter attended Roosevelt Junior High School.
In 1941 Peter meet Catherine Bailey. The couple met at a dance at St. Michael's' Catholic Church in Philadelphia. Peter entered the dance hall dragging his coat on the floor. Catherine drew Peter's attention to his coat and he asked her if she would like to have the full-time job of looking after him. Peter spends the evening teaching Catherine how to dance.
Six months later Peter asked Catherine to marry him. Catherine said "Yes!" The couple eloped to Elton, Maryland to get married on April 22, 1 942. Their best friends Richard Finley and Florence Lombardi joined the couple. They served as Bestman, and Maid Of Honor. When Peter and Catherine returned home to Philadelphia they had a good old-fashioned Italian wedding celebration in Peter's parents backyard. Peter and Catherine resided with his parents in Germantown.
In 1942, Peter was drafted into the Army Air Corp. He was stationed in the Mojave Desert in California. This was a secret base. Peter was a mechanic and later attended Ground Airplane Mechanic School in Texas. Peter received the Good Conduct Medal. He was discharged from the Army in 1945.
Peter worked with his dad delivering ice for the American Ice Company. He also was a mechanic at General Motors and drove truck for Acme Markets in Philadelphia.
Peter and Catherine were blessed with five children, Constance, Kathleen, Antonette, Mary and Peter. They have 15 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren, and 2 Great Great Grandchildren. Peters daughter Constance was killed in a tragic train accident, leaving behind two young daughters, Connie and Norma. Peter and Catherine adopted their two Grand Daughters and raised them in a loving home. Catherine Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">passed away in 1997. After Catherine's Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">death Peter and his son Peter lived together in the Georgetown apartments in Delaware.
Peter is a member of the American Legion and a past member of the Darby Volunteer Fire Co. #2, Darby, Pa. Peter loves to play bingo and enjoys calling for our daily bingo games. Peter likes to cook Italian dishes and also bake ginger snaps and sugar cookies. He says his favorite foods are stuffed peppers, chocolate pudding and beer. Peter also enjoys woodworking. He built a doll house with all the furniture for his girls. He said it took him over a year to complete this project.
Peter likes to watch TV. His favorite shows are Wheel of Fortune and Jerry Springer. His favorite performer is Denny Kaye and he likes swing and rock and roll music.
Peter moved to Ashley, PA. with his daughter, Kathleen. When Peter got ill it was hard for him to navigate up and down stairs. Kathleen found The Laurels At Kingston and Peter moved in a few months ago.
Peter remarks "The Laurels are terrific - I am enjoying my stay and would recommend this facility to everybody who needs assistance."
Wesley W. Huss
September 11, 1929 - January 12, 2004
Wesley W. Huss of Dresher, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Monday, January 12, 2004 at Willow Ridge Nursing Center. He was 74 years old. Wesley was born September 11, 1929 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, son of the late Wesley W. Huss Sr. and the late Anne M. Huss (nee - Boclair).
He is the beloved husband of Irene Huss (nee - Oldt); father of Amy Scheuren and her husband Todd; grandfather of Grace and Jake Scheuren.
Wes was born and raised in Philadelphia and was a graduate of West Philadelphia High School. He served in the Naval Reserves and the United States Air Force during the Korean conflict. He worked for many years as a supervisor and shift manager for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. He was a member of both the King of Prussia Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and the Fort Washington American Legion Post.
Relatives and friends were invited to call Sunday, January 18, 2004, from 2:00 to 3:00 P.M. and to his memorial service at 3:00 P.M. at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 620 Welsh Road, Horsham. Interment was private.
Alexander Lewyckyj
February 28, 1917 - January 12, 2005
Alexander Lewyckyj of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Wednesday, January 12, 2005 at Waldorf Health Care. He was 87 years old. Alexander was born February 28, 1917 in Ruske Selo, Ukraine, son of the late Reverend Julian Lewyckyj and the late Olga Lewyckyj (nee - Dobrjanska).
He is the beloved husband of the late Olga Lewyckyj; father of Jules Lewyckyj; grandfather of Peter and Alexandra “Lesia” Lewycky.
Alexander was born and raised in Ukraine and received a graduate education in veterinary medicine. He emigrated to the United States with his wife in 1949 and lived in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia where he still has a residence.
Relatives and friends were invited to his viewings Sunday, January 16, 2005, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Monday, January 17, 2005, from 10:00 to 10:30 A.M. and to his Requeim Divine Liturgy at 10:30 A.M. at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Church, 871 North 24th Street, Philadelphia. Interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Cedar Road in Abington followed the Requeim Divine Liturgy.
In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the Children of Chornobyl Relief Fund, 272 Old Short Hills Road, Short Hills, New Jersey 07078.
Raymond J. Matlack Sr.
Raymond J. Matlack Sr. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Saturday, January 12, 2002 at Neshaminy Manor Nursing Home. He was 74 years old. Raymond was born September 1, 1927 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, son of the late Edward Joseph Matlack and the late Augusta Elizabeth Matlack (nee - Geyer).
He is the beloved husband of Dolores Matlack (nee-Boggs); Father of Raymond Matlack, Jr. and his wife Joan, Trish Elker and her husband Paul, Stephen Matlack and his wife Patti, Chris Matlack, Jeff Matlack and his wife Denise and Diana Matlack and her fiancee Brendan Barry; Grandfather of (12) Raymond III, Jenny, Katherine and Lauren Matlack, Paul III and Kellianne Elker, Cristin, Julianne, Jacquelynn, Kelsey, Jeffrey Jr. and Bryan Matlack.
During his working career Raymond was a designer for firms which were involved in industrial construction of utility plants and other heavy industries. He retired from United Engineers and Constructors.
Relatives and friends were invited to call Wednesday, January 16, 2002, from 8:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. at the Wetzel and Son Funeral Home, 6902 Rising Sun Avenue, Philadelphia. Relatives and friends were invited to his Funeral Mass Wednesday, January 16, 2002, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Cecilia R. C. Church, 535 Rhawn Street, Philadelphia. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Cheltenham followed the Funeral Mass.
In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to Neshaminy Manor, Alzheimers Unit, 1660 Easton Road, Warrington, PA. 18976.
Jean S. Buck
June 23, 1931 - January 13, 2003
Jean S. Buck of Roslyn, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Monday, January 13, 2003 at her residence. She was 71 years old. Jean was born June 23, 1931 in Delaware City, Delaware, daughter of Joseph Vincent Bryant and Martina Jean Bryant (nee - McLloyd).
She is the wife of Arthur I. Buck; mother of Sandra Buck Cintron and David W. Buck and his wife Trudy; grandmother of Benjamin P. Cintron; sister of 18.
Relatives and friends were invited to call Friday, January 17, 2003, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at Living Word Lutheran Church, 1250 Easton Road, Roslyn. Relatives and friends were invited to her funeral service Friday, January 17, 2003, at 11:00 A.M. at Living Word Lutheran Church. Interment at Whitemarsh Memorial Park in Prospectville followed the funeral service
In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to Fox Chase Hospice Care, 7701 Burholme Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. 19111.
Naomi L. Hennessey
March 31, 1911 - January 13, 2005
Naomi L. Hennessey of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Thursday, January 13, 2005 at VITAS - Nazareth Hospital. She was 93 years old. Naomi was born March 31, 1911 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Paul Grunmeier and the late Mary Grunmeier (nee - Eppinger).
She is the wife of the late Nelson Beuhler and Charles Hennessey; mother of Naomi Stranix, Nancy Colby, and the late Natalie Heintz; step-mother of Maryellen Bazin, Juliana Patzuk, Charles, Francis, John and Edward Hennessey. She is survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Relatives and friends were invited to her memorial service Saturday, January 22, 2005, at 11:00 A.M. at the Chapel of the Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road, Philadelphia. Interment was private.
In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Covenant Bible Church, Fishing Creek and Bayshore Roads, North Cape May, NJ 08204 or to the Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6505 Tabor Road Philadelphia, PA 19111.
Gary Lodder
Garry Lodder of Feasterville, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Sunday, January 13, 2002 at Parkview Hospital. He was 96 years old. Garry was born June 8, 1905 in Paterson, Passaic Co., New Jersey, son of the late Jan Lodder and the late Gerritje Lodder (nee - Koote).
He is the beloved husband of Hilda Lodder (nee - Vogel).
Garry was a 25 year employee of Pepperidge Farm working as a route salesman for the company.
He was a member of the Boulevard Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Relatives and friends were invited to call Thursday, January 17, 2002, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at the Wetzel and Son Funeral Home, 6902 Rising Sun Avenue, Philadelphia. Relatives and friends were invited to his Funeral Service Thursday, January 17, 2002, at 11:00 A.M. at the Wetzel and Son Funeral Home. Interment was private.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to The Quiet Hour, 630 Brookside Avenue, Redlands, Ca. 92373.
Rose J. Nagel
May 30, 1921 - January 13, 2004
Rose J. Nagel of Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Tuesday, January 13, 2004 at Abington Memorial Hospital. She was 82 years old. Rose was born May 30, 1921 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Adolph D. Eckart and the late Ida Eckart (nee - Imwold).
She is the beloved wife of the late Harry R. Nagel.
Rose was born and raised in Philadelphia and was a fifty-one year resident of Huntingdon Valley, Pa. She worked as an assembler for the Fredericks Company in Huntingdon Valley for many years.
Relatives and friends were invited to call Saturday, January 17, 2004, from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. and to her funeral service at 10:00 A.M. at Huntingdon Valley United Methodist Church, 3470 Huntingdon Pike, Huntingdon Valley. Interment at Lawnview Cemetery, 500 Huntingdon Pike, Rockledge followed the funeral service.
In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Abington Memorial Hospital Hospice, 2510 Maryland Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090.
Mildred E. Stoutenburgh
August 10, 1914 - January 13, 2003
Mildred E. Stoutenburgh of Ambler, Pennsylvania Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch">died Monday, January 13, 2003 at her residence. She was 88 years old. Mildred was born August 10, 1914 in Green Castle, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Elmer Peck and the late Lottie Effie Peck (nee - Rock).
She is the beloved wife of the late Charles I. Stoutenburgh Jr.; mother of Deborah S. Freedman and her husband Jerry; grandmother of Glenn Kaiser Jr. and Tracey A. Borochaner; great-grandmother of Bianca Marie Kaiser, Michelle Glenn Borochaner, Glenn Richard Kaiser III, Jacob and Ross Borochaner; sister of Omar C. Peck Sr.
Mildred was a past Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star Morning Light Chapter; member of the Pennsylvania Nursing Association and a retiree of Abington Memorial Hospital.
Relatives and friends were invited to call Friday, January 17, 2003, from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, Old York & Old Welsh Roads, Abington. Relatives and friends were invited to her memorial service Friday, January 17, 2003, at 10:00 A.M. at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church. Interment was private.
In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Ambler Area Y.M.C.A. c/o Seniors Program P. O. Box 428, Ambler, PA 19002.
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