Nolan Fidale Funeral Home

03/23/2026

Marie B. Devine, age 99, passed away on March 22, 2026, at her residence at Riddle Village. Marie was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, and was a graduate of J.W. Hallahan Girls High School, Class of 1943. She was a longtime resident of Wallingford, PA, caring for her home and raising her children with her husband, Francis. Wallingford would remain her home until 2016 when she moved to Riddle Village. In her free time, she liked to play card games, especially bridge. She had been a member of St. John Chrysostom in Wallingford, PA since 1967.

She was the daughter of the late John and Anna Brennan, and wife of the late Francis X. Devine (2000).

Survivors: Her Children: Frank Devine (Denise), Nancy Grove (Bud), Jack Devine (Carol), Marie Elliott (Pat), and Dan Devine (Debra). Grandchildren: Katie, Lee Anne, Nick, Bryan, Kim, Daniel, Patrick, Natalie, Matt, Julia, Ryan, Michael, Bradley, Connor, and Allie. She is also survived by 10 cherished great grandchildren.

Visitation: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 from 9:30a - 10:45a at St. John Chrysostom Church, 617 S Providence Rd, Wallingford, PA 19086. Funeral Mass: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:00a at St. John Chrysostom Church. Burial: Calvary Cemetery, Villanova, PA 19085

03/23/2026

03/20/2026

The more personal a funeral service is, the more meaningful it will be for the entire family. To help your family brainstorm possible ways to create a truly one-of-a-kind final goodbye, check out this list of 10 ideas to consider. And if you don't find something that feels right, this list is only the beginning. We're happy to sit down with you and come up with even more ideas to create the perfect sendoff.

To be meaningful and healing, a funeral must be personal. Check out this article for 10 ideas to create a truly unique final tribute.

03/20/2026

Dolores J. Dohoney, 91, of Media passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania her family moved to West Philadelphia early in her childhood and she attended Notre Dame De Lourdes Catholic School.

Dolores served as a data entry clerk for many years at Bell Telephone, while also balancing her main vocation of caring for her children. She cherished time spent with her family, especially with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an avid Eagles Fan and enjoyed tailgating and attending games with her family.

Dolores was a longtime parishioner of St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church located in Media, Pennsylvania.

She is preceded in death by her parents: James Pierre and Christine (Nutorre) Pierre. Additionally, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 51 years, John Patrick Dohoney (2023) and four siblings: Ann Carrow, Catherine Coll, Joseph Pierre, and Teresa Johnston.

Survivors: Children: Deborah Dziena (David), Joanne Sell, Joseph Huff (Kathryn), Kimberly Huff, Robert Dohoney (Kelly), and John Dohoney (Denise), one sister: Judy Pizio, 16 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.

Visitation: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 9:45 AM to 10:50 AM at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 2400 N. Providence Road, Media, Pennsylvania, 19063.

Funeral Mass: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 2400 N. Providence Road, Media, Pennsylvania, 19063.

Burial: SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery, 1600 Sproul Road, Springfield, Pennsylvania 19064.

03/20/2026

Winter is past. Spring has come. After long and difficult winters, spring is a welcome change. Do you have any plans for this spring that you're looking forward to?

03/20/2026

Leanne C. Ray Prostka, age 79, passed away on March 18, 2026, at her home in Garnet Valley, PA. Leanne was born in Darby, PA, graduating from Levitt High School, in Willingboro, NJ Class of 1964.

Prior to her retirement she worked in Human Resources for several companies, a role that allowed her to combine her intelligence and outgoing nature on a daily basis. Often times, her jobs would involve an element of writing, a skill she honed over the years and was deeply passionate about. Leanne even used her creativity and writing skills to do some freelance work with greeting cards. She was a woman of integrity, and hard work, living by the Golden Rule to treat others as you would be treated. Leanne took great care to pass on those traits to her children and grandchildren. Over the years Leanne had opportunities to travel, most notably her first trip to Disney World with her mother, and later to places like France with her daughter Kim and Hawaii and a cruise with her husband, John.

Leanne was a dedicated mother and grandmother, serving as a Girl Scout Leader and President of the PTA, using her creativity and talents to sew anything from clothing, puppets to handmade costumes. She was always happy to help and be present for her family. Leanne liked to have a closet of toys, arts and crafts, and coloring books ready for whenever her grandkids came to visit. She enjoyed sharing the warmth of her home and her passions with her family, including her gardening, drawing, and writing. Leanne had a soft spot for animals, caring for many dogs over her lifetime.

Leanne is preceded in death by her parents, Doyle Ray and Molly Arington.

Survivors: Her Beloved Husband: John A. Prostka, Children: Kimberly Vaknin, Nancy Blanco, Raymond Zollner, and Wendy Perez. Grandchildren: Ally, Jordan, and Danielle Vaknin, Emily, Jacqueline, and Paige Blanco, and Jacob and Julie V. Perez.

Visitation: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:00pm-7:30pm at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 5980 Chichester Ave., Aston, PA 19014. Memorial Service: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7:30pm. Burial: Private.

03/19/2026

John J. Emmi, age 90, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, at Christiana Hospital. Born and raised in Chester, John was a graduate of Chester High School and Pennsylvania Military College. He served his nation proudly as a member of the United States Army National Guard. Following his honorable discharge from the service, John went to work at Sun Ship. John would soon pivot and go into business with his wife and family, owning and operating various businesses over the years in financial services and food service. In his free time, John enjoyed spending time with his family, painting, and watching Westerns. He was a member of the Sons of Italy and he attended the Bridge Church with his wife, Joan, prior to her passing in 2022.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Salvatore and Alfonsia Emmi, his siblings, Josephine, Carmella, Ann, Anthony, and Sam, and his beloved wife of 63 years, Joan Emmi.

Survivors: His Children: Lee Emmi-Moore (Michael) and John S. Emmi. Grandchildren: Alexander, Connor, Alec, and Samantha. Sister-in-law: Elizabeth Emmi. His special nephew: Sam Emmi, and many more nieces and nephews.

Visitation: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 9:00am-10:30am at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 5980 Chichester Ave., Aston, PA 19014. Funeral Service: Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:30am. Entombment: Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, PA.

In Lieu of Flowers: Donations may be made in John's honor to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org and/or Wounded Warrior Project at www.woundedwarriorproject.org

03/17/2026

The color green has long been associated with Ireland, so it makes perfect sense that we should wear green to honor St. Patrick's Day. Do you wear anything special to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

03/14/2026

What is the purpose of a funeral?

A funeral is more than a ceremony. It gives family and friends the opportunity to come together, share memories, support one another, and begin the process of healing.

Whether it is a traditional service, a memorial gathering, or a quiet moment of reflection, these gatherings help honor a life and recognize the impact that person had on others.

Each service is unique because every life is unique. The most meaningful ceremonies reflect the stories, values, and relationships that made someone special.

03/13/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens during an arrangement conference for a funeral? This article shares a few tips on what to expect and how you can prepare ahead of time.

Do you know what to expect at a funeral arrangement conference? Read over these tips so you can prepare for the conversation ahead of time.

03/11/2026

Today, as we honor our funeral care colleagues around the country on National Funeral Director & Mortician Recognition Day, we want to say "thank you" for stepping into difficult situations, for offering kindness and compassion, and for going the extra mile for families in grief. Today is about you and making sure you know just how valuable you are to the community!