Rose Conchetta (nee Gambardella) McGee, of Philadelphia, passed away on February 24, 2025, at the age of 92.

Rosie was the devoted wife of the late Bill McGee, Sr.; cherished mother of Bill (Marita) McGee, Jr, Jay (the late Donna) McGee, A.J. (Davette) McGee and Matt (Stephanie) McGee; adoring grandmother of Ashley (Trent), Billy (Stephanie), Kasey, Jade, Jenna (Bobby), Trevor, the late A.J.Jr., Carly, Caroline, Maggie, Jack, Sophie, Olivia, Will, Andrew and Matt. Great-grandmother of Mya, TJ, Parker, Indy, and Navy; dear sister of Sammy Gamardella and Emma Barousse. Rosie will also be missed by her nieces and nephews, especially Peggy Narasaki who was like a daughter to Rosie.  

She was predeceased by her siblings; Nicholas Gamberdella,  Mary Gamberdella,  Vincenza Carinelli and her twin sister, best friend and life companion Annie Huggins.

Rosie was the daughter of Felicietta and Pietro Gambardella. She grewup in West Philadelphia and went to Overbrook High School with Wilt Chamberlin.

Rosie and Bill raised their four sons in Morrell Park. Rosie loved her sons more than anything in the world until the grandchildren and great-grandchildren came along. Mommom’s house was where all the cousins got together to make memories. Drinking coffee and watching Jerry Springer at the island while Poppop played solitaire in the back, playing on the steps despite the multiple reprimands. The countless family parties and holiday meals shared in a full, loud home with Rosie as the host. 

 As a small, 100% Italian grandmother, she was known for her delicious meals. Parties, holidays and dinners were incomplete without Mommom’s meatballs (although she was a vegetarian), lasagna and fried cauliflower. She would gladly cook for anyone and offer, or force, food on guests. However, she was not as quick to share a recipe. If she did share a recipe with you, an ingredient or two was left out so your dish wouldn’t taste quite as good as hers.  

Rosie and her twin sister Annie were the ultimate dynamic duo. In grade school, they attended opposite classes, tricking their teachers to help each other in the subjects they were strongest. They dated together, found their husbands together and even got married on the same day: February 4^th, 1956. Rosie and Annie worked together for years and raised their children as one big family. After their husbands passed, Rosie and Annie lived and shared their final years together. They will be laid to rest together along with their husbands.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Rosie’s family on Tuesday, March 4^tt from 10-10:45am at  St. Ephrem’s Church, 5400 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem, PA where her funeral mass will immediately follow at 11am. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery in Bensalem. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Rosie’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association (Alzheimer's Association | Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia Help). 

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Pablo Manuel Vales

Pablo Manuel Vales, of Philadelphia, passed away on February 17, 2025 at the age of 51.

Pablo was the loving son of Moises and Rosa Vales and the dear brother of Johanna Vales and Moises (Melissa) Vales.
He is also survived by his niece Sabrina and his nephew TJ.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and then again on Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:00 am followed by his 11:00 am funeral service at John F. Fluehr and Sons Funeral Home, 3301 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19149. Interment will take place at Greenwood Cemetery, 930 Adams Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 after his service.

Jack Joseph Lyons, III

Jack was a beloved son, nephew, brother, and uncle. Jack started working at the young age of 10. He took great pride in his craft and dedicated his daily routine to becoming a successful entrepreneur. After working years at his family-owned boat marinas, he started his own ventures with Classic Detail Shoppe, Jacks Sheds and Lawn Furniture, followed by Naturally Beautiful Stone Scaping. Jack started each day early and with a fast start to head out to work. He was on the go 24-7, not letting rain, snow or any of the hottest or coldest days slow his hard work ethic down.

Jack always tried to spread positivity daily in his ‘have a naturally beautiful day’ texts, sharing pics of nature, singing his favorite classic rock songs, and with his fast wit comebacks that could make you laugh.

His family appreciated his direct yet blunt honesty. He kept it real in their eyes. Jack loved his dogs, being on or near the water, the beach, the sky, nature, and creating naturally beautiful things with stone, landscape, wood, flowers and design. The creative thinking he could see clearly in his mind and displayed in all of his work.

As a young boy, he was very protective of his siblings. He was brave and strong. He was a protector of dogs. He was always on a look out for stray dogs to bring home to our family to help heal, and love. He grew up to be true to the ‘Leo, the lion’ astrology sign traits: bold, confident, prideful, creative, charismatic, ambitious, and handsome as a lion. Jack had a tough exterior, but his family all knew he had a big heart, bigger than any amount of money could ever buy. He was a man of few words, but those he shared, had high impact and many times inspiring.

Jack Joseph Lyons, III, passed away in his home, on February 18, 2025, at the age of 57. He will be forever missed by his loving mother, Ramona Jean Lyons, his caring aunt, Eleanor Suzanne Kraczyk, his brother, Brent Richard Lyons, sister and brother-in-law, Laurie and John Kirschner, as well as his niece and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing, 9:15 to 10:15 am on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, followed by his 10:30 am mass at Saint Matthew Church, 3000 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19149. Interment will be private.

Mary Anne C. Eveland

Mary Anne C. Eveland, of Oxford Circle passed away on February 6, 2025, at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late James F. Eveland. Devoted mother of Sharon M. Cuddy (Richard). She was predeceased by her daughter Suzanne Knobbs (the late Robert) and her son James F. Eveland, Jr. (Maria). Loving Mom-Mom to 7, Great-Grandmother of 8. Mary Anne was the dear sister of Thomas J. Connors and the late Ronald F. Connors.
Mary Anne will always be known for her love of all animals.
Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing 9:15 to 10:15 am on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, followed by her Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church located at 5450 E Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA. 19124. Her interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 333 County Line Rd, Lower Southampton Township, PA 19006.
In lieu of flowers donaions in her name may be made to St. Martin of Tours Church.

Stephen P. Kosman, Sr.

Stephen P. Kosman, Sr., of Philadelphia, passed away on February13, 2025, at the age of 73.

Beloved husband of Sharon (nee Wray) Kosman. Devoted father of Krista, Stephen, Jr. and Marisa Kosman. Dog dad of Stella.
Stephen was the brother of the late Frank E. "Buzzy" Kosman. He is also survived by many friends and family.

Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:00 am, followed by his 11:00 am memorial service at
John F. Fluehr and Sons, 3301 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19149. Interment private.

At the request of the family, please wear your favorite Eagles or Rolling Stones shirt to his service.

In lieu of flowers donations in Stephen's name can be made to The Pennsylvania SPCA.