Mary Jane Beadle, 90, of Wallingford, died May 11, 2026 of natural causes in Bel Air, MD. She was born in 1935 to Harold and Mary (nee Mikalas) Zigrand of Trenton, NJ. She graduated Hamilton High School and continued her education at Temple University in Philadelphia earning a Bachelor of Science Degree. She settled in Wallingford, PA and lived there for over 50 years. She raised 4 children and was a long-time parishioner of St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church.

Mary Jane was predeceased in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Dr Edward J Beadle, a dentist in Media, and a son Edward J Beadle, Jr. She is survived by 3 children Dr. Robert Beadle, Karen Barnaba (Thomas), and James Beadle (Kim) as well as her cherished grandchildren. She was a tireless volunteer for Meals on Wheels for many years. She was a devoted wife and mother and will truly be missed by her family and friends.
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Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass on Tuesday May 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM at St. John Chrysostom Church 617 S. Providence Rd. Wallingford, PA 19086. Friends may call at the Church from 10:00 AM until Mass time.  Burial will follow in SS Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA. 

​Frances J. Williams, 80, of Millsboro, DE and formerly of Aston, PA passed away on May 6, 2026. Frances was born in Chester PA to Edward and Anna (Holt) Wysocki. She was married for 50 years to Richard “Rick” Williams who passed away in 2018.

Frances is survived by her children Carolyn and Christopher Williams, her granddaughters  Lauren and Talia Williams, her former daughter in law Sharon Menahem, and many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.

Frances’ greatest passion was her two granddaughters whom she adored.
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Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass on Friday May 15, 2026 at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph Church 3255 Concord Rd. Aston, PA 19014. Friends may call at the Church from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Aston.

William “Bill” Gilmore Jr. was born on February 7, 1931, at Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania. He grew up in a family of four, alongside his older brother Eugene and their parents, William Gilmore Sr. and Frances (Togue) Gilmore. The family later moved to Chester, PA, where Bill’s father worked as a shipbuilder at Sun Ship.
 
Bill attended St. Michael’s Catholic School and graduated from Chester High School in 1949. After graduation, he enlisted in the Navy and served in the Korean War, stationed on various ships throughout the region. His dedication earned him several honors, including the National Defense Service Medal, the Navy Occupational Defense Service Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal.
 
After completing his military service in 1956, Bill pursued higher education at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business, where he graduated. In 1958, he married his high school sweetheart, Mary Moretti, who had a twin sister Josephine. Both sisters married men named Bill in a joint wedding ceremony on September 20, 1958, and the two couples were inseparable throughout their lives.
 
Bill and Mary spent their 63 years of marriage in the Chester area, surrounded by their large, close-knit Irish and Italian Catholic family. Although they had no children, they cherished their many nieces and nephews and enjoyed frequent family gatherings.
 
Professionally, Bill worked for many years as an Investment Bank Auditor at Brown Brothers Harriman, America’s oldest private investment bank. Mary also had a long career at First Keystone Bank. The couple were active members of the Springhouse Country Club in Wallingford, where they enjoyed the club’s amenities and traveled often, visiting destinations such as the Jersey shore, Ireland, Hawaii, and Las Vegas. They were also dedicated parishioners at St. Katharine Drexel formerly (St. Roberts) in Chester, volunteering their time to support church administration and fundraising activities. In 2019Bill and Mary moved to Chestnut Ridge at Wallingford, a life-care community.
 
Bill’s life was a testament to service, dedication, and love. He served his country with honor, excelled academically, and contributed generously to his church and community. He deeply loved his wife and family, especially his nieces and nephews, who admired and respected him for his kindness and willingness to help others. Bill’s legacy is one of compassion, commitment, and a life well lived—he was a man who loved deeply and was deeply loved in return.
 
The families would like to thank Selena Cheng and the Caregivers at Chestnut Ridge, Lisa Shaak, Noel, Dawn, Rob, Dave Fournier and all the Hospice Caregivers and Nurses from Compassionate Care Hospice as well as Joe Charley from Veteran’s Last Patrol who provided love and care for our uncle.
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Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Mass on Friday May 8. 2026 at 10:30 AM at St. Katharine Drexel Church 20th and Providence Ave. Chester, PA 19013. Friends may call from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Church. Interment will follow at SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
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In Lieu of Flowers Donations may be made to: Compassionate Care Hospice 600 N. Jackson Street, Suite 103 Media, PA  19063 or Veteran’s Last Patrol 140B Venture Blvd Spartanburg, SC 29306

Sallie A. DiMascio, age 90, of Brookhaven, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026.

Born in 1935 in Essington, Pennsylvania, Sallie was the beloved daughter of the late Helen (Jarek) Jones and Edward Jones. She graduated from Ridley Township High School and went on to build a dedicated career in administration. Sallie worked for many years at Westinghouse Electric Company before later serving as a Human Resources Specialist at Elwyn Institute in Media, Pennsylvania.

Sallie valued family, friendship, and community. She was a devoted member of St. John Chrysostom Church in Wallingford, Pennsylvania and enjoyed spending time with friends at the Social Club at Traditions of Ridley Creek. Sallie was also a member of Brookhaven Seniors.


She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Anthony DiMascio (April 13, 2021); her son, Charles J. Walker (September 1, 2015); her brothers, Robert Jones (December 18, 2010) and Edward Jones (August 27, 2007); and her grandson, Christopher Walker.

Sallie is survived by her loving son, Robert E. Walker, and his wife, Alanna Marie Walker, of Woolwich Township, New Jersey, along with extended family and friends who will remember her warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her visitation on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at St. John Chrysostom Church (617 S. Providence Road, Wallingford, PA 19086). A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will immediately follow the service at SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
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Sallie will be remembered for her dedication to her family, her strong work ethic, and the friendships she cherished throughout her life. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
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In lieu of flowers, contribution in her memory to the charity of the donor's choice are appreciated.