Samuel Hatfield Gilbert, Jr. passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2016. He was predeceased by his wife Frances Snowden Gilbert. He is survived by three daughters, Sandra Evans, Joan Bolton and Suzie Todd, two sons in law, David Evans and David Bolton, 9 grandchildren, his sister Joan and brother Allen and his companion Ticker Ballard Congdon. Samuel graduated from Yale in 1950. He was a Sergeant First Class and member of the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry. Sam was a wonderful father and grandfather. Loved and respected by all who knew him, Sam had integrity, an optimistic outlook and a great sense of humor. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Donations in his memory may be made to the Library at Cathedral Village, 600 E. Cathedral Rd., Phila., PA 19128.

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Maureen B. “Moe”(nee Schell) Rissi on October 6, 2016. Beloved wife of Thomas S. Rissi. The family will receive friends Thursday, Oct. 13th, 6-9PM and Friday, Oct. 14th 9-10AM at St. Genevieve Church, 1225 Bethlehem Pk., Flourtown. A Funeral Mass will follow at 10:30AM. For more information, visit legacy.com

Jacob F. Ruth

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Carmen Salemno, age 88, on Oct. 7, 2016 of Flourtown. Survived by his sisters, Mary Capece and Rose DiPinto, numerous nieces & nephews. Carmen was a proud Army Veteran of the Korean War. Other occupations ranged from driving sulkies, working closely with Mayor Frank Rizzo, owning a rental car agency where he became friends with Ann Landers and also a florist. He will be missed by many. Relatives and friends may call at Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, 819 Cathedral Rd., Phila., PA 19128, Friday, Oct. 14th at 9AM. Funeral Mass 10AM. Entombment George Washington Memorial Park.

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Donna Waldeck Lorenz, October 13, 2016, of Chestnut Hill and Mount Airy, age 69, mother of Francesca Centone (Joseph), John Lorenz and Luke Lorenz; grandmother of Nicholas; sister of Lorrie McKinney and Robert Waldeck.  Relatives and friends are invited to Visitation Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 11 A.M. followed by Memorial Service 1 P.M. at KOLLER FUNERAL HOME, 6835 RIdge Avenue (corner of Livezey), Phila., PA  19128.  Share condolences at www.kollerfuneralhome.com.

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Donna Waldeck Lorenz, October 13, 2016, of Chestnut Hill and Mount Airy, age 69, mother of Francesca Centone (Joseph), John Lorenz and Luke Lorenz; grandmother of Nicholas; sister of Lorrie McKinney and Robert Waldeck. Relatives and friends are invited to Visitation Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 11 A.M. followed by Memorial Service 1 P.M. at KOLLER FUNERAL HOME, 6835 RIdge Avenue (corner of Livezey), Phila., PA 19128. Donations may be made in Donna’s memory to Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Phila., PA 19118. Share condolences at www.kollerfuneralhome.com.

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Thomas Gray Reynolds, age 27, September 17, 2016 of Chestnut Hill and Erdenheim. Beloved son of Annie and Bob Reynolds of Flourtown. Devoted brother of Molly Reynolds of Washington, DC. Also deeply loved by Trinity Pellegrin. Tom was a 2008 graduate of Springfield Township High School where he was recognized as a gifted student and earned league honors playing soccer. He attended Temple University for Business and Communications with a concentration in social media. He was well known in Chestnut Hill, most recently having worked at Green Soul. He was enthusiastic about fitness, his pets, and was a lover of the outdoors, especially the Wissahickon Valley. Varied passions throughout his life included making music, skateboarding and geocaching. All who met him were touched by his genuine friendliness and quick wit. Thousands followed him on Twitter, which allowed him to develop friendships and inspire others near and far.A memorial service will be held on Sunday afternoon, October 30th at 2pm at the Chestnut Hill Friends Meetinghouse, 20 East Mermaid Lane, Philadelphia 19118 where family and friends will share memories in the Quaker tradition of this kind, generous and funny young man. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Tom’s name can be made to Mirmont Treatment Center Development Office, 100 Yearsley Mill Road, Lima, PA 19063.

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William Gresham O’Malley III, 83, of Villanova, a Philadelphia businessman, died on October 16, 2016 of metastasized prostate cancer, surrounded by his family at Bryn Mawr Hospital. Mr. O’Malley was born March 3, 1933 in Philadelphia, the fourth of eight children. He attended Waldron Mercy Academy and the Canterbury School. He graduated from the Wharton School of Commerce and Finance at the University of Pennsylvania in 1954, where he was a Brother and two-term President of the Zeta Psi Fraternity. Mr. O’Malley served in the United States Army with the Corps of Engineers both at home and abroad in France, earning the rank of First Lieutenant. Mr. O’Malley’s career spanned decades at prominent firms in Philadelphia that included L.D. Caulk Company, Cities Services Oil Company and Provident National Bank. He was a director on the boards of the National Securities Clearing Corporation, the Transportation Mutual Insurance Company and Quaker City Insurance Company. In 1967 he joined Montgomery Scott & Co., and became became Partner in 1969. In 1971 Montgomery Scott & Co. merged with Janney, Battles & E.W. Clark Inc. to become Janney, Montgomery Scott Inc. Mr. O’Malley rose to the firm’s leadership where he served as Senior Vice-President and Secretary on the Executive Committee until his retirement in 1999. Mr. O’Malley was a member of the New York Stock Exchange, the American Stock Exchange, the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, the Boston Stock Exchange, and the Chicago Board Options Exchange. Mr. O’Malley was a pillar in the Philadelphia community. He led numerous important organizations in the city with his business acumen, wisdom, integrity and long-term judgment. He served on the Board of Trustees of the Magee Rehabilitation Hospital and was Chairman of the Magee Rehabilitation Foundation. He served on the Board of Trustees of Episcopal Hospital and was Chairman of the Episcopal Healthcare Foundation. From 1971 until his death he was Trustee to the Ardrossan Estate in Villanova. Mr. O’Malley was a philanthropist and a benefactor to countless charities and educational and arts organizations in the Philadelphia community and beyond, including St. Malachy School, St. Martin de Porres School, and Covenant House. Mr. O’Malley had many interests and distinguished himself in all of them. He was a literary man who possessed unparalleled knowledge about poetry, art, drama and history. He was a longstanding member of the Shakespeare Society and served as its Treasurer. A terrific tennis player, he was a regular on the courts at his clubs: the Courts, the Mill Dam, the Merion Cricket Club and the Racquet Club. An avid cyclist, he took biking trips through Morocco, France, Ireland, Vietnam, New Zealand, and India. Mr. O’Malley relished the culinary arts and was a longtime member at the Philadelphia cooking club, the Rabbit. He was also a member of the Philadelphia Club and the Knickerbocker Club in New York City. Mr. O’Malley was a devout Catholic and an active member of his parish, St. Katharine of Siena, for over forty years. Mr. O’Malley was a consummate family man who adored his children and grandchildren. He married Joan Tyler Montgomery Wheeler September 26, 1964. He is survived by their three children, Inez B. O’Malley, William Gresham O’Malley IV (Margaret George), and Andrew W. O’Malley (Sharon); grandchildren Mary Margaret O’Malley, Evelyn Grace O’Malley, Helen Joan O’Malley, and Paul Andrew O’Malley; brother Hilaire J. O’Malley and sisters Mrs. Aideen Cooney and Mrs. Kristin O’Malley Russo. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday October 29th at 12:30 p.m., with a visitation starting at 12:00 p.m., at St. Katharine of Siena Church in Wayne. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gresham’s memory can be made to St. Malachy School, 1012 West Thompson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 or the Canterbury School, 101 Aspetuck Avenue, New Milford, CT 06776.

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Jane B. Copeland died Wednesday, October 18, 2016 at Chestnut Hill Hospital after a brief illness. She was born in Milwaukee, WI and moved to Radnor with her family in 1948. Jane graduated from Baldwin School, Colby Junior College and Northwestern University. Her artistic talent led her into merchandising and management at Bloomingdales, Philadelphia Museum of Art, and Strawbridge and Clothier. More recently, she has volunteered in many non-profit organizations. Jane was the daughter of the late Randall and Jane Copeland. She is survived by her sister, Barbara C. Copeland; a niece and three nephews, as well as a great-niece and great nephews. Her graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 29 at 11AM at Church of the Redeemer Churchyard, Bryn Mawr, PA, where a reception will follow in the Parish House. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to either Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118 or Cerulean Art Gallery, 1355 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19123. Chadwick & McKinney Funeral Home, Ardmore PA.

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Joy Shuler Harbeson– born May 29, 1929, Philadelphia. Passed away October 24 at her home in W. Mt. Airy. Graduate of Friends Select School, 1947, and Brown University, 1951. Received an award in 2007 from the Neighborhood Interfaith Movementfor her “valued working as a peacemaker.” Worked for many years for Citizens for Global Solutions, formerly the World Federalists Association, and the American Friends Service Committee. Survived by her children, Laurie, John and Tim Harbeson, her son-in-law, Michael Lazrus, her daughter-in-law, Buffy Miller, her grandchildren, Jason, Chloe and Jesse Lazrus and Lark Harbeson, and preceded in death by her husband, Paul Harbeson, and her sister, Doria Lohnes. Memorial Service at St. Paul’s Church, 22 E. Chestnut Hill Ave., Chestnut Hill, Saturday, November 19, 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations can be made, in Joy’s name, to the Keystone State Boychoir, C/O CY Choirs, 35 W. Chelten Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19144.

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Seymour, Anna E. (nee Downes) (November 20, 2016). Mrs. Seymour was born in Westfield, Massachusetts; attended the University of Massachusetts, and was graduated from the University of North Carolina, where she majored in English Literature. While at college, she participated in numerous activities, including dance, theater, and opera. Editor of the college newspaper, she continued her journalistic pursuits as a freelance columnist for many years in and around her adopted home of Springfield Township. Mrs. Seymour was an ardent supporter of the League of Women Voters, Springfield Township Adult School, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Grace Lutheran Church, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, the Chestnut Hill Hospital, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Pennsylvania Ballet, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. When not engaged in one of her beloved causes, Mrs. Seymour could be found in her garden, entertaining friends and family, or shuttling about the byways of Chestnut Hill and Wyndmoor, canvas bag in hand, engaging her many friends and neighbors. Beloved wife of the late David, and companion to the late Robert Stuart. Loving mother to Elizabeth Simpson, Virginia Bluth, Barbara Lavin, Christopher, and Joseph Seymour. She will also be missed by her 12 grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to Anna’s Celebration of Life Saturday 12/3 1pm at her residence. Interment Private. Contributions in Anna’s name may be made to the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, 100 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

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Helen C. Lucas, a longtime Chestnut Hill resident and loving mother and grandmother, passed away on November 10, 2016 of natural causes.  She was 99 years young and lived independently at the Hill House Apartments.  Born in Vincennes, Indiana, Mrs. Lucas was the second of eight children born to Madge (née Berry) and Alfred Clinton.  Mrs. Lucas graduated from Indiana University in 1940, where she met her late husband of 56 years, Dr. Clarence A. Lucas, Jr.  Mrs. Lucas graduated with a B.A. and worked as an English teacher for many years. Mrs. Lucas was an avid reader and lover of poetry and, above all, treasured time with her family. Mrs. Lucas is survived by her daughter, Dr. Lynn M. Lucas-Fehm; son-in-law, David M. Fehm; and grandchildren: Sarah, Colleen, and Patrick.

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Karen M. Coneys of Bronxville, NY, and formerly of Chestnut Hill, passed away on September 16, 2016, after a lengthy campaign against lymphoma.  Miss Coneys was 59 years old.  During her more than twenty years with ABC Carpet & Home, the New York City-based carpet, rug and home furnishings retailer, Miss Coneys ascended to the position of Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.  Previously, she had been Vice-President-Comptroller of The Conran Stores, Inc., a former national home furnishings retailer with locations in and around Philadelphia.  Miss Coneys was a Certified Public Accountant and a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the NYS Society of CPAs.  In 1978, Miss Coneys graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Iona College, New Rochelle, NY.  Miss Coneys was a 1974 graduate of the Academy of Mount Saint Ursula, Bronx, NY.  For many years, Miss Coneys sponsored a scholarship for needy young ladies to attend the Academy.  Miss Coneys was a generous donor and supporter for numerous Catholic and non-sectarian charities. During her long battle with lymphoma, she rediscovered her love of crocheting (learned during childhood with her late maternal grandmother, Kathryn E. Frierson, of Fairmount) to make blankets for other cancer patients.  Since 1974, Miss Coneys was a member of the Coveleigh Club in Rye, NY, where she excelled at tennis, platform tennis and making many good friends. During the last fifteen years of her life, Miss Coneys uncovered and nurtured a talent for highly detailed pen-and-ink drawings.  Her subjects were found in nature and rustic country structures particularly in and around the Shawangunk Mountains where her favorite vacation spot is located, namely, Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz, NY.  Miss Coneys was born in Chestnut Hill on November 4, 1956, where she and her family lived on West Willow Grove Avenue.  She attended Our Mother of Consolation School, where she was lovingly helped by Rev. Mother Aloysius Maria, SSJ, and taught very well by Sister Mary Harold, SSJ, and Sister Mary Audrey, SSJ.  Karen’s childhood friends in Chestnut Hill included children of the Bencivenga, Brady, Hemphill, Lee, Leaming, Look and Shuttle families.  She is survived by her loving parents, John F. Coneys and Ann Frierson Coneys of Bronxville, NY, and her devoted brothers Walter J. Coneys of Yorktown Heights, NY, and Michael P. Coneys of Bronxville, NY, all formerly of Chestnut Hill.  After a Solemn Requiem Mass at the Church of St. Joseph, Bronxville, NY, Miss Coneys was buried at Fernwood Cemetery, Lansdowne, PA, with her late grandparents, Walter and Florence Coneys, and her late uncle, Walter “Bud” Coneys.  If you have any reminis-cences of Karen, please send them to her brother Michael at michaelconeys@msn.com.

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Joanne Obermiller Brown died at age 84 on January 16, 2017, at Springhouse Estates in Lower Gwynedd, PA. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sibling, friend and matriarch, as well as a committed feminist and person of vision. She was the eldest of eight children and spent her youth in Northeast Philadelphia, graduating from Little Flower High School in 1950. Joanne would often say that her greatest blessing and joy was finding true love twice in her life. Her first love was Louis Obermiller. They married and had one son together. Tragically, Louis died of Hodgkin’s lymphoma only 10 years into the marriage. Love came again a few years later when Joanne was working on her Bachelor’s degree at Rutgers University. There she met and married Dr. Clifford Brown, having distinguished herself as the star pupil in his philosophy class. They remained married and utterly inseparable for 47 years, until he died in June, 2015. They adopted and raised three children. Together, Joanne and Clifford lived daily the sacrament of marriage and performed many important roles in their extended family and community. At Our Mother of Consolation Church in Chestnut Hill, Joanne contributed liturgical and environmental improvements and shared her creative eye for beauty and balance in decor and liturgy. She was also devoted to the causes of the peace and justice committee and its efforts to awaken the social consciousness of parishioners and community members. Her work at OMC and her deep interest in the Catholic faith eventually inspired Joanne to take an MA in religious education at LaSalle University. At home, Joanne, was an avid reader and an excellent conversationalist who could discourse on every possible subject. She was especially interested in medicine, both traditional and nontraditional, and she was known for advising her family and friends on remedies for every possible ailment. Joanne is survived by three children: son Joseph Obermiller; daughters Jenny Shemwell and Amy Williams; and three grandchildren, Grace, Nathan and Isabelle Shemwell. She is mourned by four living siblings, all sisters: Kay Tanney, Mary Tanney, Terry Murray, and Jeanne Hughes. 3 brothers Jim, Danny, and Mike predeceased her. Relatives and friends may call at Our Mother of Consolation Church, 9 E. Chestnut Hill Ave., Phila., PA 19118, Monday, February 13th at 9AM. Funeral Mass 10AM. Interment Valley Forge Memorial Gardens. In memorial, please make donations in Joanne Brown’s name to Catholic Relief Services, P.O. Box 17090, Baltimore, MD 21297-0303 Crs.org or Our Mother of Consolation School Scholarship Fund,17 E. Chestnut Hill Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118. Death.Notice.Brown.020216.2x6_Layout 1 1/27/17 12:07 PM Page 1

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Michael N. Yanni, age 87, on January 12, 2017 of Chestnut Hill. A life long resident of Chestnut Hill and advocate for the preservation of it’s history and traditions, Mike was a wealth of historical facts and the “unofficial” Mayor of the town he loved. He liked nothing better than a lively discussion of “his” opinions and welcomed the opportunity to share his knowledge with all. Survived by his daughter Michele Steele (Thomas), his son Philip N. Yanni, his 2 grandchildren, Geoffrey and Samantha Steele, his sister Phyllis Clemente, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral mass was held at Holy Cross Church on Tuesday, Jan. 17th. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. (Jacob F. Ruth)

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Edith F. Clinton (nee Ferguson) born and raised in Nicetown, longtime resident of Chestnut Hill, died peacefully at home on January 21, 2017 at the age of 94. Wife of the late John (Jack) Clinton. Beloved mother of Ellen Clinton and Joan Housworth (Rev. Paul). Also survived by her sister, Selena Geiger, of Aurora, Illinois, and her nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents and sister, Martha Campbell. Memorial service on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 11 A.M. at Chestnut Hill Baptist Church, Germantown Ave. & Bethlehem Pike, Philadelphia, PA 19118. Interment private in William Penn Cemetery, Somerton, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Chestnut Hill Baptist Church or Whosoever Gospel Mission, P.O. Box 48308, Philadelphia PA 19144, would be appreciated.

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Paul Stuart McNair of Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia passed away peacefully at his home on January 17, 2017 after  two  challenging years living with ALS. Paul was born in New Haven, Connecticut on January 24, 1961 , son of Robert Andrew and Margaret ( McKeon ) McNair. He graduated from the Hammonasset School in Madison, Connecticut and the American Shakespeare Conservatory in New York City. A man of varied talents, over the years Paul had worked as an actor, musician, woodworker and carver, and construction estimator. He was well known in the 80s New Haven new wave scene as Troy Black, lead guitarist for the Poodle Boys. Paul is survived by his beloved wife, Emma Sabin, and son, Gavin McNair of Chestnut Hill; brother Mark of Craddockville, VA and sister Betsy of Santa Cruz, CA; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and family around the world. A memorial service will be held at Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Chestnut Hill on Saturday, January 28 at 11am, with inter ment and reception to follow at the church. Memorial donations may be made to the ALS Association, Greater Philadelphia Chapter.

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Ann Frances Keller Mellor of Wellington, Florida and Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia died January 17, 2017. She was 98 years old. Born March 23, 1918 in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan the daughter of O. Harrison Keller and Lucille Keller. She was a graduate of Wilson College in Pennsylvania. Ann was married to the late James MacFarlane Mellor a native of Philadelphia who she met at Huntingdon Valley Country Club and they were married on September 11, 1943. Ann was an avid tennis and squash player who played until she was 90. She was an active volunteer for the United States Junior Tennis Tournament at the Philadelphia Cricket Club where she and her husband were members. She was also a member of the Philadelphia Aviation Club and Palm Beach Polo and Country Club. Ann also volunteered at the Main Street Fair for the Chestnut Hill Hospital, Upsala House, Abington Hospital and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church where she was a member. Other interests were her family, her garden and her dogs. Ann will be remembered because of her beautiful smile. She was a happy person all the time, a friend to everyone, knew everyone’s name, and anyone who met her automatically adored her. Ann’s husband, James MacFarlane pre-deceased her in 1997 and her son Christopher Carrington Mellor also pre-deceased her in 2000. Survivors include her son James Mellor Jr. of California, daughter Joan Mellor Goodman and her husband Murray Goodman of Palm Beach, Florida and Southampton, New York, her grandsons James Mellor III of New York City, Michael Mellor of Philadelphia, Malcolm Goodman of New York City, Carrington Mellor, Kyle Mellor and Dean Mellor of Chadds Ford; granddaughter Marley Goodman-Overman and her husband Brett Overman of Palm Beach, Florida; great granddaughter Olivia Carrington Overman of Palm Beach, Florida; and daughters-in-law Deborah Mellor and Patricia Nesbit Mellor, who all lovingly called her “Annie”. A memorial service will be held in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania in May at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Christopher Carrington Mellor ’69 Scholarship Fund, c/o Chestnut Hill Academy, 500 West Willow Grove Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118 or Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Office of Development, 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA  19118.

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Helen “Birdie” Gruenberg, 94, died peacefully on January 13 at Keystone Hospice in Wyndmoor, PA. A gathering to remember her was held by the immediate family.  A long time resident of Chestnut Hill, Birdie was married to the late Edward Gruenberg for thirty five years.  Birdie co-founded and ran Browser’s Book at Germantown Friends School for three decades of the most fulfilling years of her life.  After retiring, she spent twenty five more happy years volunteering in the Lower School Art Department of Springside School. She is survived by her son Paul Gruenberg, her daughters Mary Gruenberg and Martha Conklin as well as five grandchildren.

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Joanne Obermiller Brown died at age 84 on January 16, 2017, at Springhouse Estates in Lower Gwynedd, PA.  She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sibling, friend and matriarch, as well as a committed feminist and person of vision. She was the eldest of eight children and spent her youth in Northeast Philadelphia, graduating from Little Flower High School in 1950. Joanne would often say that her greatest blessing and joy was finding true love twice in her life. Her first love was Louis Obermiller. They married and had one son together. Tragically, Louis died of Hodgkin’s lymphoma only 10 years into the marriage. Love came again a few years later when Joanne was working on her Bachelor’s degree at Rutgers University. There she met and married Dr. Clifford Brown, having distinguished herself as the star pupil in his philosophy class. They remained married and utterly inseparable for 47 years, until he died in June, 2015. They adopted and raised three children. Together, Joanne and Clifford lived daily the sacrament of marriage and performed many important roles in their extended family and community. At Our Mother of Consolation Church in Chestnut Hill, Joanne contributed liturgical and environmental improvements and shared her creative eye for beauty and balance in decor and liturgy. She was also devoted to the causes of the peace and justice committee and its efforts to awaken the social consciousness of parishioners and community members. Her work at OMC and her deep interest in the Catholic faith eventually inspired Joanne to take an MA in religious education at LaSalle University. At home, Joanne, was an avid reader and an excellent conversationalist who could discourse on every possible subject. She was especially interested in medicine, both traditional and nontraditional, and she was known for advising her family and friends on remedies for every possible ailment. Joanne is survived by three children: son Joseph Obermiller; daughters Jenny Shemwell and Amy Williams; and three grandchildren, Grace, Nathan and Isabelle Shemwell. She is mourned by four living siblings, all sisters: Kay Tanney, Mary Tanney, Terry Murray, and Jeanne Hughes. 3 brothers Jim, Danny, and Mike predeceased her. Relatives and friends may call at Our Mother of Consolation Church, 9 E. Chestnut Hill Ave., Phila., PA 19118, Monday, February 13th at 9AM. Funeral Mass 10AM. Interment Valley Forge Memorial Gardens. In memorial, please make donations in Joanne Brown’s name to Catholic Relief Services, P.O. Box 17090, Baltimore, MD 21297-0303 Crs.org or Our Mother of Consolation School Scholarship Fund,17 E. Chestnut Hill Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118.

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Georgianna Hannum Stapleton was born in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania, to George H. Duross and Helen Curtiss, Georgianna (Georgie) Duross attended The Raven Hill School, The Springside School and The University of Pennsylvania (B.A.). Georgie was married to The Honorable Walter K. Stapleton, a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. They were married for 25 years and lived at Foalsfield, their farm in Unionville, Pennsylvania. Previously, she was married to John B. (Jock) Hannum, Jr. who was a decorated Marine Corps officer in the Vietnam War. Georgie and Jock raised four children, Christianna P. Hannum, John B. Hannum III, Curtiss P.S. Hannum, and George D. Hannum. Georgie was first employed with the Historical American Buildings Survey in Washington, D.C. as an Architectural Historian. In 1976, she founded Country Properties, a real estate firm committed to open space preservation. Her passion for open space was compelling, and she was an early, and persuasive, champion of placing conservation easements on landowners’ properties. Georgie was chosen, by a leading conservation group, to oversee the disbursement of the King Ranch property, which resulted in the permanent preservation of over 5,000 acres in southern Chester County—an action that transformed the conservation easement movement in the community. Georgie loved the land, but above all she loved her children, her grandchildren and her friends. Famous for her parties, dinners, and informal gatherings around the kitchen table, Georgie brought people together, from family members to Supreme Court Justices to local artisans. Foalsfield has always been filled with children swimming and fishing in the pond, Gator rides through the fields, the laughter and teasing of friends and family, and the joy of being in Georgie’s company. To all who knew Georgie, she was smart, beautiful, and a loyal and generous friend. She was magnetic and fostered friendships and built community in all the places she loved, including Nantucket and Maine. Georgie was also brave; diagnosed with cancer in 2007, her spirit never diminished. She continued to work, travel, be an avid reader, and draw people together. Georgie served as a Board member of the Chester County Hospital, The Primitive Hall Foundation, The Chester County Planning Commission, Planned Parenthood of Chester County, The Women’s Committee of the Philadelphia Orchestra and The United Way of Chester County. She was also a Big Sister through Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and a Fresh Air Fund Host Family. She is survived by her husband, her four children and their father, her eight grandchildren, her sister, and her niece and nephews. A memorial service will be held on February 25th, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at Church of the Loving Shepherd in West Chester, PA. A reception will follow at The Wilmington Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Chester County Fund for Womenand Girls, www.ccwomenandgirls.org.

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