James F. Leavens, 65, passed away on April 22nd, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.  He was raised in Wallingford and was a graduate of Nether Providence High School with the class of 1977.  He worked as an auto mechanic for his entire career until his retirement.  Jimmy enjoyed working on home projects, hitting the casino with his late wife Patty, fishing/crabbing, and sparking up a conversation with a passing neighbor or friend.  He thrived at being able to fix just about anything, but his true passion was his family.  He would share the joys of being a grandfather (or Pops) with anyone who would listen.  He prioritized being a supportive father, brother, uncle and son; always making himself available for anyone that needed him.  He truly enjoyed the simple things in life, like a cold beer paired with a hot dog, or a bowl of Reese’s cups.
He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Leavens (2019) as well as his parents, James and Eleanor Leavens.  He is survived by his daughter Jena Thorne (Dylan); grandchildren, Jameson and Mallory Thorne; siblings, Eleanor Voldish (Bob), Kathy Thayne, Larry Leavens, Fran Leavens (Jean), and Joe Leavens (Patty); many brothers and sisters-in-law; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews.
His funeral mass will be held on Friday, May 2nd at 11am at St. John Chrysostom Church, Wallingford, PA.  Friends and family are invited for visitation from 9-11 am in church.  Inurnment will follow in SS Peter & Paul Cemetery.  Please help us celebrate his life by wearing his favorite colors, which were all shades of blue, gray and plaid.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital foundation ​Give to Bryn Mawr Hospital Foundation | Give to Main Line Health | Main Line Health

Kathleen (Duffy) Sprows entered eternal life on April 16, 2025.

Kathy was born in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, on March 18, 1945. Kathy was witty, wise, and warmly devoted to her family and her many friends. She attended St. Alice Grade School, Archbishop Prendergast High School, Immaculata College, and Temple University. On August 8, 1970, she married Tom Sprows, and they raised three children together on Lamp Post Lane in Aston, Pennsylvania. Kathy was an active member of St. Joseph Parish in Aston for many years. She often served as a substitute teacher at the parish grade school. She was a dedicated volunteer at the parish, never missing a Hoagie Day or the Annual Bazaar. For many years she distributed communion at local nursing homes. Kathy and Tom moved from Aston to Belmont in Garnet Valley in 2009 and then to Maris Grove Retirement Community in Glen Mills in 2023.

Kathy loved the English language was gifted at teaching others how to speak and write it well. The daughter of Irish immigrants, she helped hundreds other newcomers adjust to this country through her work as an ESL teacher at the Delaware County Intermediate Unit and at Delaware County Community College. Her many students remember how kind and patient she was.

Kathy loved a hot cup of tea, going out to lunch with her friends, hunting for bargains, eating Kohr Brothers Custard on the Ocean City Boardwalk, annual New Years’ Eve Parties, cruises with Tom and their friends, libraries and book clubs, and doing crafts, first with her children and then her grandchildren. Her grandchildren treasure the memories of trips with Mom Mom/ MomO to the park and playground, vacations at the shore, splitting chicken fingers and fries at IHOP, and the many runs to the Dollar Store and Boscov’s.
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Margaret (Nicholas) Duffy; her siblings Margaret (Peggy), Mary Ellen, Anne, and Thomas; and her niece and nephew Steven and Stacey Rodemer. She will be deeply missed by her husband of almost 55 years, Tom Sprows; daughters Kathleen (South Bend, Indiana) and Marybeth (Los Angeles, California); son Tom (Glen Mills); son-in-law Thomas Cummings and daughter-in-law Mala Sprows; sister-in-law Karen Rodemer; grandchildren Margaret, T.C., Lauren, Jonathan, Evan, Annie, and Ryan;  nephew Christopher Burke; niece Susan Rodemer; and countless friends, who remember how much she made them laugh, and how ready she always was to help them. 

Having spent most of her life on-the-go, Kathy did not find it easy to rest, and her declining health over the last several years made her restless. Now she rests in peace, in God’s eternal presence.

A Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, April 23, at 11:00 at the Church of St. Joseph, Concord Road, Aston, PA, with a viewing before Mass beginning at 9:30. Internment will follow in St. Peter & Paul Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Kathy wished for donations to go to the IHM Sisters, c/o IHM Mission Advancement, 230 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA 19355 or at the following link: https://secure.etransfer.com/EFT/custom/SIHM/FlexBlockCode/Donation1.cfm?d2org=SRSofIHM&d2tool=donate
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Eleanor (Vasey) Leavens, age 94, of Media, formerly of Wallingford, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 28, 2025. Eleanor was born in Philadelphia in 1931 to the late Albert and Jane (Smith) Vasey. Loving mother of Eleanor Voldish (Bob) of Sterling, VA, Kathy Thayne of Stratford, NJ, Jim Leavens of Folsom, PA, Larry Leavens of Downingtown, PA, Fran Leavens (Jean) of Eagleville, PA, and Joe Leavens (Patty) of Thornton, PA. She is survived by eighteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren, her sister Carol Pauls (Dick) and many nieces and nephews, all who will never forget the love she brought to their lives.  She was preceded in death by her husband Jim, sisters Laura “Jean” Meyers and Barbara Button, and daughter-in-law Patty Leavens.

Eleanor and Jim enjoyed 51 years of marriage before his passing in 2005. Eleanor was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She worked as a bookkeeper at Springton Tennis for many years before retiring in 2012. She took special joy in hosting family gatherings and had fond memories of large family vacations in the Outer Banks. She hosted the best sleepovers for her grandchildren, often cooking their favorite meals and serving her famous milkshakes, while letting them stay up late and watch movies or play games. She was a cherished role model to her children and grandchildren, leaving a legacy of faith, love, and kindness. Her presence will be deeply missed by her family and all who were privileged to know her.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Riddle Village and Main Line Hospice for the compassionate care given to her. 

Her Funeral Mass will be held Friday, April 4, at 11:00 at St. John Chrysostom Church, 617 S. Providence Road, Wallingford, PA 19086. Friends and family are invited for viewing from 9:00-10:45 in church.  Burial will follow in Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery, 1600 Sproul Road, Springfield, PA 19064.
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In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Eleanor’s name to Riddle Village Endowment Fund, 1048 West Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063 or Main Line Hospice, 240 North Radnor Chester Road, Radnor, PA 19087 would be appreciated. 

Thomas E. Finn, 75, of Chester, PA passed away on March 19th, 2025 at his home.  He was born in Upland and was raised and educated in Chester.  Thomas was a graduate of St. James High School with the class of 1967.  He was a veteran of the United States Army with whom he served during the Vietnam War.  After his time in the service, he went on to become a police officer for the city of Chester until his retirement.
Thomas enjoyed his time bowling, playing darts and pool.  He was a member of the VFW post 7941 in Eddystone and also a member of the American Legion Post 926 in Aston, PA. 
Thomas was predeceased by his parents, Francis and Kathryn Finn; siblings, Joseph, John, and Patricia Finn.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Rachel Finn; daughters, Erin Mercer (Bill), and Megan Centola; grandchildren, Brandon, Tony (Hailee), and James; great-grandson, Tony, Jr.; brothers, Francis (Mary Lou), Michael, and James Finn (Donna); sister, Mary Finn; sister-in-law, Bonnie Finn; many nieces and nephews.
His funeral service and burial will be private.