​Neil E. Gallagher, 59, of Folsom, Pa passed away on September 30th, 2024 at Crozer Chester Medical Center.   Neil grew up in the Overbrook section of Philadelphia.  He was a graduate of Archbishop Carroll High School with the class of 1982.  He went on to graduate from West Chester University. Neil’s career in video began at Group W (TKR) in Wildwood, NJ.  He then worked for Suburban Cable in Wallingford and later Comcast before moving to Game Creek Video where he most recently worked as a satellite engineer.
In his earlier years, he spent summers in the Wildwoods, with his first job working in a Boardwalk arcade.  Neil enjoyed travelling, especially to Florida and the Islands.  He especially loved spending time on his boat and he was a loyal Philadelphia sports fan.
Neil lived life his own way and definitely on his own terms.  He was a dedicated worker, some might say a perfectionist to his craft.  Neil’s moto was appropriately “through space and time, always another show.”
He was predeceased by his beloved grandmother, Catherine M. Harlan; his cherished parents, John A. Gallagher, Sr. and Loretta H. Gallagher, Esq.
He is survived by his brother, John A. Gallagher, Jr. (JoAnn); sister, Anne McDermott (Robert); cousins and several special friends.
His funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 8th at 12pm at the Carr Funeral Home 935 S. Providence Rd. Wallingford, PA.  Friends and family are invited for visitation from 10:30am-12pm. Burial will be private. 
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the Providence Animal Center at 555 Sandy Bank Rd. Media, Pa 19063 or online at Tribute - Providence Animal Center (providenceac.org)

Patricia A. Davis, known affectionately as Pat or Patsy to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2024, at the age of 81 in Wallingford, PA. Born on September 25, 1942, in Chester, PA, she was the cherished daughter of the late James and Marie Morrison.

Patricia was a graduate of Interboro High School and went on to earn her Associate's Degree from Keystone Business School. She dedicated over two decades of her life as a school bus driver for the Wallingford Swarthmore School District, a role in which she touched the lives of many young individuals with her kindness and care.

Patricia was the loving widow of her late husband, Carl A. Davis Jr., and a devoted mother who was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Deborah A. Kerr. She is survived and lovingly remembered by her daughter, Kimberly Ainge (David), her son, Carl A. Davis III, and her adored grandchildren, Alan J. Davis and Katlyn M. Davis. Her legacy and memory will also be cherished by her brothers, James D. Morrison (Carol) and Richard A. Morrison (Kay), along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

An avid gardener, Patricia found joy and tranquility in the beauty of nature and the cultivation of her plants. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her garden to her family, particularly in her role as a grandmother, where she invested her love and time in caring for her grandchildren who brought immense joy to her life.

Those who knew Patricia will remember her as the epitome of love and kindness. Her thoughtful nature and warm heart made her a beacon of light in the lives of those she encountered. Her gentle demeanor and genuine concern for others were hallmarks of her character, earning her the respect and affection of her community.

Services were held privately.

​Katherine (Kate) L Muller (nee) Ashton, of Collingdale, born Dec. 27th, 1938 passed away on Aug 8th 2024.
She was a graduate of Collingdale High School. She loved to sing and was in many different church choirs over the years. She had a great voice and loved to get people singing. She performed Solo work in many different churches in Delaware County PA.  Kate was a crossing guard in Havertown PA for many years, and worked as an underwriter for a local insurance firm until she retired. She volunteered at the Wallingford Nursing home for two years and did other volunteer work until the Covid outbreak forced her to stop
Kate was preceded in death by her husband, Henry (Hank) Muller, two of her brothers James Ashton and William Ashton and her parents William and Catherine Ashton.
She is survived by her two sons William Muller and his wife Teaunta Muller, Daniel Muller Sr. and his wife Gwen Muller, Brother Howard (Pete). Ashton and his wife Meg Ashton four grandchildren, Daniel Jr., Emily, David and Josiah and one great granddaughter Juniper.
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Her funeral service will be held on Friday, August 16th at 11am at Grace Church 723 S Providence Rd. Wallingford, PA 19086.  Friends and family are invited for visitation from 10-11am in Church.  Burial will follow in Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, PA.
 In lieu of Flowers donations can be made to the Grace Church Youth Group

​Joseph R. Pierce, aged 89, passed away peacefully at home on August 4, 2024 surrounded by family.
Born and raised in Chester, PA by the late Joseph Clarence Pierce and Mary Agnes Pierce (nee Gallagher), Joseph attended St. Michael’s Grade School and St. James’ High School. He graduated from Chester High School in 1952.

After graduation, Joseph enlisted in the US Navy and after 3 years of service on the USS Abbott, went on to work for United Airlines Ramp Services for over 30 years. He was awarded as a 30-year veteran of the Internation Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers.

Joseph was forever devoted to his family, the loving husband of the late Trudi Pierce.

Joseph is survived by his brother David Pierce, son Jeffrey Pierce and wife Rose, daughter Andrea Adcock and husband David, granddaughters April Watkins, Ariel Pierce, Jamie Lynn Pierce, Molly Adcock, Samantha Reeder and husband Jordan, Chelsea Kalesh, and nine great grandchildren.
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Services- Private.

​Rosemary E. Palena, 84, formerly of Wallingford passed away on Friday, July 19th, 2024.  She was born and raised in Philadelphia.  Rosemary was a graduate of Notre Dame Academy and went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree from Chestnut Hill College.  In addition to caring for her family and home, she also was a teacher.  She was a member of the Riddle Hospital Women’s Auxiliary, Rose Valley Folk, and the Mother’s Guild at Archmere Academy.  Rosemary enjoyed playing cards but she cherished spending time with her family and friends, particularly in Ocean City, NJ.
She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Marie Catroppa; husband, Dr. Peter V. Palena.
She is survived by her children, Peter V. Palena, Jr. (Barbara), Susan Godwin (Glenn), David Palena, Scott Palena (Karen); brother, Frank “Butch” Catroppa, Jr.; grandchildren, Peter III (Erin), Kathryn Diener (Brendan), Kevin, Eric, Rosemary Faith, Shane, Liam, Alexis Godwin, and 2 step grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and 4 step great grandchildren.
Her Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 24th at 11am St. John Chrysostom Church 617 S. Providence Rd. Wallingford, PA.  Friends and family are invited for visitation from 9:30-11am in church.  Burial will follow in SS Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA.
In lieu flowers, the family is requesting donations to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111 or https://www.foxchase.org/giving/how-to-give.