Urban Funeral Home

04/04/2026

There’s something about a front porch. It holds a lifetime of conversations: everyday chats, late-night laughs, quiet moments just spent being together.

When someone we love dies, their seat might be empty, but the stories stay every time you share them with loved ones. We keep them alive in the retelling, in the remembering, and in the way we say their name like they never really left.

What are the porch stories you find yourself sharing again and again?

04/02/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas M Moore, on March 30, 2026.

Born on October 15, 1943, Tom was raised in the East Falls section of Philadelphia. He was born to the late Matthew and Marion Moore (née Brady). The oldest of four children, Tom was a devoted big bro...

03/30/2026

"Have you considered which traditions you want included in your service?"

Include what shaped you. Faith-based rituals and cultural practices give structure to grief, and the ones that mattered to you in life should show up in your goodbye. That might mean Catholic mass, Jewish prayers, smudging sage, or something your family has done for generations. If you grew up in one tradition but moved away from it, talking about what you do and don't want helps your family navigate that tension.

These conversations get complicated when different generations hold different beliefs, but having them now prevents confusion later. We work with all faith traditions and cultural practices, and we'll help your family coordinate whatever rituals feel right to you.

03/27/2026

Grief has no timeline. Move through it at your own pace. Joy can show up alongside sorrow, and both belong in the story.

03/25/2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard L. "Dick" Garwood, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who departed this life on March 21, 2026, at the age of 79. Dick was born on March 28, 1946, in New York, NY, the son of the late Mildred (nee Donsbach) Cokefair and Donald Wr...

03/25/2026

Mr. Dennis J. Duda, 74, of Lansdale, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed on March 22, 2026, with his loving family by his side.

Gentle, gracious, and good-humored, Dennis lived a wonderful life that began on May 23, 1951, bringing care and joy to those lucky enough to know him every day since....

03/25/2026

Has planning your funeral been sitting on your to-do list, but every time you think about it, it just gets pushed to the bottom? We understand that it's hard to know how to get started, and that's where we can help. We'll ask you a series of questions, you tell us what fits you, and in just a few hours, you leave with a plan in place and your family leaves guessing behind.

Call us at 215-646-8556 and let's get preplanning checked off of your to-do list.

03/24/2026

Their absence shows up in unexpected moments and catches you off guard, like when you reach for your phone to text about something funny, or set the table with an extra plate out of habit. Love has muscle memory too.

We carry their presence in the memories we return to again and again. The bond you shared continues to show up in new ways throughout your world, finding expression in the habits, stories, and moments that keep their memory close.

03/23/2026

After a brief illness, Eileen passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, surrounded by her daughters, Andrea Lepore and Gina Sonetto (Lepore).

Eileen Marie Lepore (Muscatello) was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 5, 1946, and was the beloved daughter of Peter and Mary (Varrese...

03/23/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Arlene Louise Mauer on March 9, 2026, at the age of 88.

Arlene was born in Ambler, Pennsylvania, and throughout her life lived in Maple Glen, Pennsylvania; Blue Bell, Pennsylvania; Brigantine, New Jersey; and Danvers, Massachusetts. She...

03/23/2026

Join this free webinar at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, March 24th. "When A Spouse Dies," with grief expert David Kessler.

Support for the Loneliness No One Talks About A Free Live Event with David Kessler

03/21/2026

Grief stays with us, and it changes over time. Move at your own pace and give yourself the space you need.