Amelia M. Horgan, of Philadelphia, passed away on November 6, 2024, at the age of 96. Amelia, the beloved wife of the late Joseph A. Horgan, was born on December 8,1927, to the late John Ciocci and Jennie Romanelli.

Amelia was a beacon of kindness and respect, cherished by her family and all who knew her. Throughout her life, Amelia was an avid reader and expressed her creativity through sewing and painting, often creating personalized gifts for her family and friends. Amelia enjoyed her employment as an insurance adjuster at Colonial Penn, in Philadelphia, for many years. Her warm presence and gracious spirit were truly irreplaceable.

Amelia leaves behind a legacy of love and nurturing as a devoted mother to Christine Perkins, Michael Horgan (Frances), and Vienna Ciocci, and as a grandmother  to Lisa DiRisio, Patrick Horgan, Melanie Barth, Christopher Horgan, Jason Davey, John Benko, Matthew Horgan, and Julia Saunders, and great-grandmother to Alexa Horgan, Mikaila, Ava and Xzavier Saunders, Alexandria, Kendall and Samantha Barth, Rea and Daphne Horgan, Autumn Davey, Alyssa, Averie, John Joseph and Ellie Benko, and Nolan and Keaton Annett and her daughter-in-law Darlene Horgan.

She was predeceased by her devoted son, Joseph R. Horgan and her kind-hearted grandson, Michael John Horgan.

Services to honor Amelia's life will be held on Thursday, November 14 at St. Jerome's Catholic Church, 8100 Colfax St, Philadelphia, PA. Viewing will take place from 9:30 to 10:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, 3301 W. Cheltenham Ave., Philadelphia, PA.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charities that were close to Amelia's heart, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital and the Alzheimer's Association. Her kindness and generosity will continue to inspire those who were fortunate to know her.

Mary "Mamie" McLaughlin, beloved wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully in the company of her family on November 7, 2024, at the age of 91. Mamie was born on June 12, 1933, in Old Kilpatrick, Scotland, the eldest child of Mary and Edward Conboy. Her early years were marked by two devastating events: In 1941, the Conboy family home was destroyed during the Clydebank Blitz, forcing the family to evacuate to the countryside. The following year, when Mamie was nine, her father passed away suddenly, forcing her into the role of caregiver for her brothers, James, Bernard, and Edward, while their mother began work at Erskine Hospital to support the family. These experiences gave her great resolve throughout the rest of her life.

In 1956, Mamie, carrying only two bags, immigrated to the United States. After brief stays in Rhode Island and New York, she arrived in Philadelphia where she reconnected with John “Jack” McLaughlin, who had made the journey from Scotland three years earlier.
The two were married in 1958, and together they built a rich life in St. Matthew’s parish in Northeast Philadelphia, raising seven children, Mary Frances (Kevin), Patrick, John (Kathleen), Edward (Marianne), Gerald, James (Heather) and Dennis (Kristina).

A caregiver extraordinaire, Mamie thrived in the presence of children. After raising her own family, she cared for each of her grandchildren (plus some great grandchildren) whenever the need arose. She claimed that the kids kept her young and gladly put aside her baking, knitting, weeding, painting, cleaning, raking and constant rearranging of furniture to spend time with them. In return, the grandchildren, who delighted in the company of Nana and Poppop, became devoted caregivers to both of them in their later years.

As Mamie joins her husband, Jack, and their beloved son, Pat, we will remember her dimpled smile, resilience, energy, sense of humor, love of babies, and boundless commitment to family, near and far, related and adopted. And let’s not forget her famous shortbread - we will spend a lifetime trying to duplicate the magic. Mamie’s legacy continues with her expanding family, including twenty grandchildren and ten great grandchildren, the lights of her life

Thank you to the members of Columbus Country Club for their many years of friendship. And thank you to the 4th floor staff at Philadelphia Protestant Home for their unlimited compassion.

A Requiem Mass and celebration of Mamie’s life will be held 10:00 am Friday May 23rd, 2025 at the Columbus Country Club 2909 State Rd., Bensalem, PA 19020. Please join her extended family and loved ones as they gather to remember her wonderful life. Donations in her memory can be made to the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund, a local charity helping families of children with serious illnesses. https://dolanfund.org/. Interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery.

Albert "Big Al" Clancy of Philadelphia, passed away October 21, 2024 at the age of 68. Al was born December 8th, 1955 to the late John and Anna Clancy. He was a proud member of the Father Judge class of 1975, where he was an outstanding basketball player. Al is survived and will be missed by his brother John Clancy.
Relatives and friends are invited to his grave side service on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery 3301 W. Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, Pa 19150.
Donation in Al's name may be made to The Friends of Father Judge High School, Inc

Patrick Michael Kelly, age 70, a beloved figure of Philadelphia, sadly left our world on October 31, 2024, after a life richly lived in service and kindness.  Known for serving his country, Patrick was a beacon of light and hope, touching lives through his service as Radioman and Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy. 

Preceded in death by John E. Kelly, (Brother), John F. Kelly (Father), Joseph L. Liccio (Stepfather), Joan J. Liccio (Mother), and leaving a legacy through Eileen M. Scherf (Sister), Dianne M. Liccio (Sister), June E. Kelly (Niece).  Patrick’s memory will be a guiding star for all who knew him.  In remembrance, a military funeral service will take place 9:00 am on November 6, 2024 at Washington Crossing National Cemetery where we will honor Patrick’s enduring impact on the community, in the world and in our hearts.






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Denise K. (nee Hughes) Truitt 

Born November 28, 1958, in Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024, at the age of 65.

Denise brought joy, laughter, and a little bit of sarcasm into every room. Known for her quick wit & unique sense of humor, she was a true Philadelphia native who loved her hometown teams and never missed an episode of her favorite soap operas, like All My Children and General Hospital.

A dedicated and loving mother to Aimee Davis and the late Frederick Truitt Jr., Denise's family was her pride and joy. She was the proud and doting grandmother of Nicole Truitt, Madison, and lovingly known as "Gigi" (Great Grandmother) to Emma. Denise shared a long part of her life with the late Edward Davis.

Denise is also survived by her beloved sisters, Debra (Thomas) Gablein, Darlene (the late Jeffrey) Carroll, and Diane (Timothy) Brady, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. She was predeceased by her parents, Mortimer and Dolores Hughes, her cherished grandson Jayden, and her brother Mark Hughes.

Denise’s warmth, humor, and love will forever be missed but remembered by all who knew her.

Relatives and friends are invited to her vistitation 10 to 11 am on Friday November 1, 2024 followed by a 11:00 family share time at John F. Fluehr and Sons Funeral Home 3301 Cottman Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19149. Interment private.