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02/27/2026

Linda Galperin, age 77, passed away on February 26, 2026. Born in Philadelphia and raised in Broomall, Linda graduated from Upper Darby High School. She later raised her family in Morton, PA, and in recent years made her home in Garnet Valley, PA. Linda built a long and dedicated career in purchasing. She worked for 21 years in the purchasing department at Westinghouse, where she met her husband, and later spent 26 years with the Lower Merion School District before retiring.

Linda enjoyed cooking, traveling, and vacationing in Ocean City, NJ. She loved reading and watching English mysteries, and most of all, spending time with her family.

She was the daughter of the late Lee and Gloria Chiusa.

She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, David Galperin; her children, David Galperin, Jr. and Tara Nicole Galperin; and her granddaughters, Danica and Nikki.

Visitation: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 430 Valleybrook Rd, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Funeral Mass: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church
Burial: Private

02/27/2026

Raymond A. Cristinzio, age 87, passed away peacefully at his home in Garnet Valley, PA with his wife by his side on February 24th, 2026. Raymond was raised in Darby, PA, and was a proud graduate of West Catholic High School for Boys, where he played football and made many lifelong friendships. Ray had previously resided in Glen Mills, PA for a few years before moving to Garnet Valley, PA more than 20 years ago. Raymond honorably served his country in the United States Air Force for 4 years, spending 2 years stationed overseas in Japan. Following his military service, he built a long and dedicated career working for companies such as Western Electric, Bell Telephone, Verizon, and the University of Pennsylvania.

A man who truly enjoyed the outdoors, Raymond found great happiness in golfing, fishing, hunting, and target shooting. He especially cherished his years coaching youth baseball, proudly coaching his sons' teams and supporting their love of the game. Above all, Raymond liked to spend his time surrounded by his family and his boys. Raymond was a devoted parishioner of St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Glen Mills, PA.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents: Anthony and Anna Cristinzio; his first wife, Charlotte (Dochterman) Cristinzio who passed away in 2000; and his sisters: Anna Mae Fantozzi and Jeannette Coppola.

Survivors: His beloved wife, Eileen (Torrieri) Cristinzio; 2 sons: Andrew Cristinzio (Carrie) and Stephen Cristinzio (Nicole); his brother, Michael Cristinzio (Carol); and his 3 grandchildren: Maxwell, Samuel, and Jack Cristinzio; Eileen's 2 children: Joseph Torrieri, Jr. (Deborah) and Carin Ciampoli (Joseph); and Eileen's grandchildren: Corey (Alix), Noah, and William Torrieri; Anthony, Daniel, and Michael Ciampoli.

Visitation: Friday, March 6, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 430 Valleybrook Road, Glen Mills, PA 19342. Funeral Mass: Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 430 Valleybrook Road, Glen Mills, PA 19342. Burial: SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, Pennsylvania.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Raymond's name to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research donations@michaeljfox.org or DAV Disabled American Veterans dav.org

02/27/2026

Mary Jo Morris, age 92, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at Paoli Hospital. Originally from Sharon Hill, Mary Jo was a proud graduate of Notre Dame High School in Morton. She raised her family in Boothwyn and later made her home in Aston, Pennsylvania.

Mary Jo dedicated 40 years to Wawa's corporate offices, where she was a valued and respected employee. Her dedication to Wawa was so significant that she was honored to be the only employee in company history to be given a dedicated parking space. She held the people of Wawa in highest esteem.

Mary Jo enjoyed traveling, reading, sewing, crocheting, and candy making. Through it all, however, Mary Jo found her greatest joy in her family and friends, who were the center of her life.

She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Mary Curran; her siblings, William Curran, Sara Benn, Francis Curran, David Curran, and Monica Gillen; her son in law, Robert Towson and her beloved grandson, Andrew Watkins.

She is survived by her children, Daniel Costa, JoAnne Dougherty (Richard), Joseph Costa, Gregory Costa (Alice), Elizabeth Towson; and Marie Watkins (Justin), as well as her 20 grandchildren and her 20 great-grandchildren.

Visitation: Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 9:30am-10:45am at St. John Fisher Catholic Church, 4225 Chichester Ave, Boothwyn, PA 19061.

Funeral Mass: Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 11:00am at St. John Fisher Catholic Church.

Burial: Immaculate Heart of Mary, Linwood, PA.

In Lieu of Flowers, donations are encouraged in Mary Jo's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org

02/27/2026

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02/26/2026

Heinrich J. Horeis "Henry," age 87, passed away on February 24, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. Henry was born and raised in Hörne, Germany, and immigrated to America at the age of 15. He graduated from Olney High School and spent many years living in the Somerton neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia before later moving to Upper Chichester, PA.

Henry worked for Hyde Electric before spending 35 years with Comroe Electric, where he remained until his retirement. He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan who faithfully followed the Flyers, Phillies, and Eagles. Henry enjoyed tinkering around the house, gardening, and birdwatching, and took great pleasure in feeding and tracking the birds in his yard. He was an animal lover and cherished annual family vacations to the Delaware beaches and the Outer Banks. Henry was also a proud United States Army veteran.

He was the son of the late Elizabeth Pezak, and the brother-in-law of the late Richard May, William Phillips and Erik Volbrig. He was also deeply devoted to his beloved black lab, Olive.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Susan Horeis; his children, Elizabeth Sciblo (John), Steven Horeis (Judy), and Scott Horeis (Eleanor); his sister, Annemarie Volbrig; sister-in-law, Alida Phillips, as well his nieces, nephews and great nephews.

Graveside Service: Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 11:30 AM at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940. Those attending are asked to arrive at Washington Crossing National Cemetery between 11:10 AM and 11:25 AM on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Henry's name to the Parkinson's Foundation at https://www.parkinson.org/ or Providence Animal Center (formerly the Delaware County SPCA) at https://providenceac.org/

02/26/2026

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02/25/2026

Charles H. Fulker III, 83, of Glen Mills, Pennsylvania passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Glen Mills Senior living. Born in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania he was a graduate of Springfield High School.

Charles went on to honorably serve our nation in the United States Army and later worked as an inspector for Boeing Vertol for most of his professional career.

He enjoyed playing golf, attending various dance events, coaching youth sports teams, and cherished attending both his children's and grandchildren's activities. He also enjoyed visiting historical battlefields.

He is the son of the late Charles H. Fulker II and Marie Fulker.

Survivors: his beloved children: Tricia Balestrieri (Len) and Charles H. Fulker IV (Ellen), Siblings: Marie Bartlett and Jerry Fulker, and grandchildren: Emily Balestrieri, Sam Balestrieri, Greyson Fulker and Luke Fulker. Additionally, he is survived by his former wife and lifelong friend Lorraine Fulker.

Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in Charles honor to: Aston Middletown Little League, PO Box 4074 Media, PA 19063.

02/25/2026

Paul M. Battinieri, age 63, a resident of Garnet Valley, PA, passed away on February 22, 2026, at Wilmington Hospital, with his beloved wife by his side. Paul was born and raised in Chester, PA, graduating from St. Roberts and then St. James Catholic High School for Boys, Class of 1980. After a distinguished career Paul retired from the Chester Police Department as a Sergeant in 2014. He was a member of the Chester FOP Lodge #19, a life member of the PA Blue Knights Motorcycle Club, and he spent time as a State Constable.

Paul's life was one of service to his community, in addition to serving as a police officer, he was an honorary life member of Moyamensing Hook and Ladder Co. and the Moyamensing Junior Fire Co. He took great pride in being a 30+ gallon platelet donor for the American Red Cross, saving countless lives over the years. He formerly served as a Chester Republican Committeeman, board member of the Chester Redevelopment Authority, and a board member of the Bethel Township Planning Commission, always hoping to help make his community a better place.

Faith was a guiding a principle in Paul's life, attending catholic school growing up and assisting as a life member of the St. James Alumni Association, and attending Mass faithfully, most recently as a member of St. John Fisher Parish in Boothwyn, PA. Paul was a member of the Cardinal Dougherty Assembly 4th degree Knights of Columbus, Our Lady of the Rosary #3876 Brookhaven Knights of Columbus and he was a past Grand Knight of Americus Council #242.

Paul is preceded in death by his parents, Matthew and Fortuna Battinieri.

Survivors: His devoted wife of 43 years: Carol Battinieri; Son: Kyle Battinieri (Amanda); His cherished grandsons: Parker Paul and Hadrian David; Brothers: Mark (Jackie) and Guy (Jacci) Battinieri. Sisters-in-law: Nicole Scarpato and Michelle Pepe; Brothers-in-law John and Michael Firlein. Paul is survived by his nephew, Matthew Battinieri, in addition to numerous more nephews and nieces.

Visitation: Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 9:00am-10:15am at St. John Fisher Catholic Church, 4225 Chichester Ave, Boothwyn, PA 19061. Funeral Mass: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 10:30am at St. John Fisher Catholic Church. Burial: Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA. In Lieu of Flowers: Donations are encouraged to be made in Paul's memory to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org

02/24/2026

James Anthony Ianni, 90, of Chester PA peacefully passed away Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026 in Virginia Beach. Born in Wilmington, Delaware he was a graduate of Chester High class of 1955. James was a talented baseball player throughout High school and excelled on the mound and at the plate. James lived the majority of his life in Chester and recently relocated to Virginia Beach to be closer to his family.

James honorably served our nation in the United States Marine Corps as a Corporal from 1955 to 1959. He also protected many citizens with his contributions as a Chester Police Officer from 1964 to 1987.

James was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police William Penn Lodge #19. When he lived in Chester, James was a parishioner of ST. Katherine Drexel Church.

He enjoyed trips to Atlantic City casinos and the beaches of Ocean City. He also enjoyed having a cold beer while listening to classic country music and being around friends and family. He was always prepared to deliver a timely dad joke which would be met with a groan and a laugh. Ironically he will be laid to rest at 2:30, which is the time he usually scheduled dentist appointments.

Although James could on occasion ruffle some feathers, he was funny, friendly, loyal, and generous.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Innocenzo Ianni and Rose (Novallino), his brother Francis A.J. Ianni, his sister Dolores Headley (Ianni), and his sister Rita Cirrillo (Ianni).

Survivors: Son: Steve Ianni and his wife Angela and daughter Eleanor (granddaughter), grandson Joey and his wife Amanda and daughter Louisa (great granddaughter), granddaughter Nina and her husband Colin. He is also survived by his three nephews Juan Ianni, Anthony Ianni, and Andrew Ianni.

Graveside Services: Friday, February 27, 2026 at 2:15 PM at Cathedral Cemetery- 2400 Lancaster Ave, Wilmington, DE, 19805.

02/24/2026

Have you ever wondered what your loved ones would do if something ever happened to you?

When you take the time to plan ahead for funeral wishes, you can bring peace of mind to your loved ones at one of the most difficult times they will ever face in life.

If you would like to learn more about how preplanning can provide peace of mind to you and your family, give us a call at 610-358-3255.

02/23/2026

02/22/2026

With the upcoming snowstorm, we encourage everyone in our community to stay safe.

Please remember that Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If your family needs assistance, we are here and ready to help, no matter the weather.

We are thinking of all those who may be traveling or caring for loved ones during this time. Stay safe and take care.