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11/12/2025

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Chances are, you’ve got at least one favorite food-based memory from childhood: biting into a freshly baked cookie, slurping a treat from the ice cream truck or going to Grandma’s house for her famous roast chicken.Food can be a powerful trigger for memories and emotions in childhood, both grati...

11/11/2025

As we mark Veterans Day, we want to specially remember the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. We thank you for your courage and selfless sacrifice!

11/10/2025

Rhoda Billiard, 62, of Wallingford, Pennsylvania passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Riddle Memorial Hospital after a courageous health battle.

Born in Chester, Pennsylvania, she was an area resident her entire life and most recently resided in the Garden City section of Wallingford.

She was the daughter of the late Elmer Williams and Dolores (Hulton) Williams. Additionally, she is preceded in death by two siblings: Linda Adams (2019) and her twin sister Dolores "Dodie" Sheesley (2021).

Survivors: Her beloved children: Rosie M. Welkie (William Dauberman) and Christopher Bartholdi, four siblings: Charles Williams, James Williams, Philip (Jeanette) Williams, Tammy Williams, and sister-in-law Lynda Williams.

Visitation: Monday, November 17, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 5980 Chichester Ave, Aston, Pennsylvania 19014.

Interment: Will be private and at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in Rhoda's honor to the SPCA.

11/10/2025

11/10/2025

Bernice M. (Anderson) O'Brien, age 86, passed away on November 8, 2025 with her loving daughters by her side. Bernice grew up on Chestnut Street in Darby Colwyn, PA. She met the love of her life, Tim O'Brien, at age 13. On the first day they met, Bernice was flirting with Tim by throwing pinecones at him from the third-floor window of her family's home while Tim was working in his grandmother's front yard. That's where it all started. They dated for 9 years and married on November 4, 1961. They had their first daughter 11 months later and more daughters within the first five years of their marriage. They were married for 57 years. Throughout her married life, Bernice raised her children in Secane, PA, and moved to Kirkwood, PA, and their final years at Merrill Gardens, West Chester, PA.

Bernice was a graduate of West Catholic Girls High School. She worked with the O.L.P.H. Parochial School for many years. She also worked as a salesclerk at Collingdale Stationers, and then a librarian at Quarryville Library. Bernice enjoyed volunteering in her free time for the Kedron Youth Association, where she was the official score keeper for her daughters' softball teams. Bernice enjoyed crocheting and painting ceramics for her daughters and grandchildren.

She is the daughter of the late Philip M. and Ellen M. (Crawford) Anderson, wife of the late Timothy F. O'Brien, Jr who died in 2019, and sister of the late Philip, William, Ellen, Joseph, Edward, Frances, Patricia and Joanne. Bernice was the youngest of 10 siblings.

Survivors: 3 Daughters: Theresa M. Gallagher (Rich), Christine M. Hargrave (Mike) and Barbara M. Lawler (Bob), her Sister: Margaret M. McArdle, her 5 Grandchildren: Aidan, Kyra, Cole, Matthew and David.

Visitation: Saturday, November 15,2025 from 9:30-10:45 am at St. John Chrysostom Church 607 S. Providence Road, Wallingford, PA. Funeral Mass: Saturday, November 15,2025 at 11:00am at St. John Chrysostom Church 617 S. Providence Road Wallingford, PA 19086. Burial: Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA.
In Lieu of Flowers: Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Disease Association at www.alz.org.
Condolences: www.nolanfidale.com

11/09/2025

Rhonda Huss, age 56, a longtime resident of Chichester, PA, passed away on November 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Chester, PA, she would go on to graduate from Chester High School, Class of 1987. Over the years Rhonda held several jobs but most notably was a Unit Secretary at Riddle Hospital and the HR Confidential Secretary for many years for Garnet Valley School District. Any free time she had was spent doting over her granddaughters or watching and reading true crime.

Rhonda was the daughter of the late Rosemarie Roccio and beloved fiancée of the late Timothy Blain (2009).

Survivors: Her beloved daughters: Chelsea Prosachik (Brian) and Shannon Huss (Zach Hernandez). Father: Richard Roccio (Nancy). Grandchildren: Charlotte and Carson. Former Husband: John Huss (Vicki).

Visitation: November 14, 2025, 5:30pm-7:30pm at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 5980 Chichester Ave., Aston, PA 19014. Eulogy Service: November 14, 2025, 7:30pm at the funeral home. Burial: Private.

11/07/2025

If you are a veteran, then you may be eligible for burial in a national cemetery - free of charge! Check out this list of national cemeteries across the United States and then chat with a funeral director about your options and how to plan ahead for your funeral wishes as a veteran.

Are you interested in burial or inurnment at a national cemetery? Check out this list of national cemeteries and find one to fit your needs.

11/07/2025

Joan M. (nee Berziski) Long, age 86, a longtime resident of Upper Chichester Twp. passed away at her home on November 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was a graduate of Notre Dame Girls High School in Moylan, PA and Keystone Business School. Joan retired from Sacred Heart Hospital in Chester, PA where she worked as the Administrative Supervisor for the laboratory. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Hedwig's Catholic Church Chester.

Joan was the daughter of the late Charles and Marie (nee Boyle) Berziski, and the wife of the late Thomas J. Long.

She is survived by her three sons: TJ Long (Anne), Chas Long (Terri), and Sean Long; her grandchildren: Justin, Connor, Carly, Aidan, and Kira; and her great-grandchildren: Nora, Reece, Mia, Sunny, and Luca.

The Funeral Service and burial will be held privately.

Condolences: www.nolanfidale.com

11/06/2025

Joseph "Joe" Wesolowski, age 73, passed away on November 4, 2025. Joe was raised in Chester before moving to Concord, PA during his childhood. He was a graduate of Garnet Valley High School class of 1970 and went on to earn his bachelor's degree in Microbiology from Albright College. Joe was the co-owner of Sloppy Joe's in Chester, a place well-known and fondly remembered by many. In the early 1980s, he moved to Smyrna, DE, where he continued to enjoy a quiet, simple life rooted in his hobbies and interests. He was a lifelong collector and enthusiast of models of all kinds, including model cars, H.O. scale cars and trains, and intricate schooner ship models. He took great joy in the detail and craftsmanship behind each piece. Joe was a member of St. Mary's Ukrainian Orthodox Church.

He was the son of the late Michael and Olga (nee Nayda) Wesolowski and brother to the late Nicholas Wesolowski and Donna Wilkinson.

Survivors: His sons Brandon and Jordan Wesolowski; his brothers David (Tracey) and Michael (Sue) Wesolowski; his good friend and companion: Pam and his grandchildren Brooke and Shane Wesolowski.

Visitation: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 5980 Chichester Ave., Aston, PA 19014, and Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Mary's Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Chester, PA

Funeral Service: Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM at St. Mary's Ukrainian Orthodox Church

Burial: Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, PA

In Lieu of flowers donations can be made in Joe's name to the Protez Foundation at https://www.protezfoundation.org/ or at 3510 Hopkins Place, Oakdale, MN 55128

Condolences: www.nolanfidale.com

A tribute video can be viewed at: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/N3SGT4XL2P5D64J5

11/05/2025

Landing in a different time zone can feel disorienting and exhausting if you’re unprepared. Read the article below to discover a few ways to beat jet lag as you travel.

11/05/2025

Stress affects each and every one of us in different ways, but did you know that laughter is the best medicine? Laughing relieves your stress response and relaxes your muscles. So, to reduce your stress today, pull out your favorite comedies or hang out with your funniest friends.

11/04/2025

Elizabeth "Betty" Diem, age 86, passed away on November 2, 2025. She was born on May 2, 1939 in Chester, PA. She was a 1957 graduate of Eddystone High School. Betty resided in Aston for most of her life & spent her last years in Chadds Ford. She was a realtor at Beiler Campbell in Kennett Square for many years.

She is survived by her children, daughter Dee Skulski (Stan) and sons, Chester (Jake) & Jeff (Donna) Diem. Her grandchildren are Sean & Ryan (Jill) Skulski, Jeffrey Diem (Brittini) and Kelly Wood (Josh). She has 5 great grandchildren John, Waylon, Presley, Rhett and Chase. Betty is survived by her brother Charles (Anna Grace) Moore. She is predeceased by her loving husband Chester (Chet), her parents Lemuel & Mary Elizabeth Moore and brothers Wesley & Lemuel.

Betty was a very spiritual & kind person. She had many friends and was always there to help anyone in need. She deeply loved her family & was especially fond of her great grandchildren. She always enjoyed spending time at the beach with her family & friends. She will be dearly missed by everyone that knew her.

Visitation and Burial: Private. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Penn Medicine Hospice care at: www.PennMedicine.org/hospice-donate