Pennsylvania Obituary and Marriage Records, 1947-2010
Goodman, Elizabeth M
Elizabeth "Libby" M. (nee Spano) Goodman
AGE: 88 OF: Chester, PA
DIED: Tuesday, August 12, 2008
AT The Residence at Chestnut Ridge Born: Boothwyn, PA She had been a life long resident of Chester, PA.
EMPLOYMENT: Samar Fashions, Chester, PA as a Seamstress
ORGANIZATIONS: Mrs. Goodman served as a volunteer at Crozer- Chester Medical Center and for the Salvation Army. Mrs. Goodman was very creative and passionate about arts and crafts. She especially enjoyed making dolls from start to finish.
Beloved wife of the late Karl Goodman who died in 2003
Predeceased by Sisters Emma Bishoff and Sara Squibb.
SURVIVORS: Survived by Three Sisters: Mary Remigio of Ridley Twp., PA, Esther Denton of Middletown Twp., PA and Nancy Morrison of Chester, PA; Also survived by many Nieces and Nephews.
SERVICE INFORMATION: A gathering of friends and relatives Saturday 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at The Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Middletown (Rte#352) & Knowlton Roads, Middletown Twp. Media, PA. Interment Chester Rural Cemetery, Chester, PA.
Memorial Gifts: Contributions in memory of Elizabeth Goodman may be given to The Salvation Army, 151 W 15th Street, Chester, PA 19013.
Goodman, Marie J.
Marie J. (Wilkes) Goodman retired Secretary and longtime Delaware County resident AGE: 72
OF: Aston, PA, born in Chester, PA, residing in Delaware County except for 9 years when she resided in Clearwater, Florida DIED: Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at home
EDUCATION: Graduate Eddystone High School Class of 1955
EMPLOYMENT: Neumann College and Presbyterian Homes and Services as an Executive Secretary before retiring in 1999.
Prior Employment: Westlake Plastics in Lenni for 10 years and Dixie Printing and Tropical Plastics in Clearwater, Florida.
ORGANIZATIONS: Church: Member Mt Hope United Methodist Church, Aston, PA
Other: A woman devoted to her home and family. Mrs. Goodman volunteered for Hospice, nursing home ministry, prison ministry and hospital visitation.
Daughter of the late Marie Starr Hobaugh and the late Ames B. Wilkes.
SURVIVORS: Survived by her husband of 12 years: Jack H. Goodman; Two Sons: Samuel N. Powell of Flagstaff, AZ and William A. Powell of Indianapolis, IN; One Daughter: Susan M. Galante of Aston, PA; Also survived by Two Granddaughters: Alexis & Allie.
SERVICE INFORMATION: Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at Mt Hope United Methodist Church, 4020 Concord Road, Aston, PA 19014, where friends may call after 10:00 a.m. Interment private.
MEMORIAL GIFTS: Contributions in memory Marie Goodman may be given to Taylor Hospice, 300 Johnson Ave., P. O. Box 147, Ridley Park, PA 19078-2284; or Mt Hope United Methodist Church at the above address.
Arrangements by The Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home of Middletown Twp., Media, PA.
Gorbey, Jessica L.
Jessica L. Gorbey AGE: 33
OF: Middletown twp., PA
DIED: Suddenly on Monday, September 15, 2008 in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Born: Upland, PA she had currently been a resident of Middletown Twp., PA
EDUCATION: Graduate Benton Area High School Class of 1993
Graduate Shippensburg University Class of 1997
EMPLOYMENT: Jessica was a teacher at Sterling High School in Somerdale, New Jersey and formerly she taught at The Chester Charter School
ORGANIZATIONS: Church: Attended Calvary Chapel of Middletown Twp., Media, PA where she was involved in Youth Ministries.
Other: Jessica was passionate about the beach and enjoyed her summers at Long Beach Island, New Jersey. She loved photography, reading and jewelry making.
Daughter of the late Dennis Michael Gorbey; Granddaughter of the late The Honorable James H. (Lucille) Gorbey, Sr.
SURVIVORS: Survived by her mother Jodi Beck; Sisters and Brothers: Micah, Elizabeth, Daniel and Talli Gorbey, Mel and Silas Beck and Sarah Balouche; Maternal Grandparents Dean and Kay Beugless; Paternal Grandfather William Clark; Dear Friend David Baitinger. Her dogs Romeo and Haley.
SERVICE INFORMATION: Memorial Service 6:00 p.m. Sunday September 21, 2008 at Calvary Chapel, 708 S. Old Middletown Road, Middletown Twp., PA. Interment private.
A Memorial Service will also be 6:00 P.M. Thursday, September 25, 2008 at Benton Assembly of God, 3686 State Route #487, Benton, PA 17814
Memorial Gifts: Contributions in memory of Jessica Gorbey may be given to LCG Foundation.org.
Arrangements by The Minshall-Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home of Middletown Twp., Media, PA.
Gorbey, Jr. Esquire, James H.
James H. Gorbey, Jr., Esquire AGE: 60
OF: Media, PA and formerly of Upper Providence, PA
DIED: Wednesday, August 1, 2007 AT: The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania BORN IN: Chester, PA he had been a resident of Upper Providence before moving to Media, PA 26 years ago.
EDUCATION: Graduate St James High School
Class of 1964
Graduate Penn State Class of 1968
Graduate Temple Law School Class of 1972
EMPLOYMENT: Practicing Civil Law Attorney since 1972 in his Media office with his brothers and dear friends, Dennis Woody and Frank Daly.
ORGANIZATIONS: Church: Member of The Church of Nativity BVM, Media, PA and former member of the Church of St John Chrysostom, Wallingford, PA
Other: A man who was devoted to his home and family and especially loved spending time with them. He was a member of the Delco Bar Association, Project Prepare of Widener University. He enjoyed antique furniture, spending in Long Beach Island and fine wine and dining.
He was the son of the late James H. Gorbey and Lucille Gorbey Clark; Father of the late Abbey Ann Gorbey; Brother of the late Dennis Michael Gorbey.
SURVIVORS: Survived by his wife of 40 years Jean Marie (nee McDade) Gorbey; Three Daughters: Gina (Rob) Gorbey Zarko of Wallingford, PA, Tara Gorbey of Middletown Twp., PA and Julie Gorbey of Washington DC; A Sister: Donna Carbone of Louisville, KY; Two Brothers: Timothy J. (Anne Marie) Gorbey of Wallingford, PA and Christopher F. Gorbey of Media, PA; Five Grandchildren: Matt, Zack, Riley, Chloe and Max; Also survived by his Step-Father William J. Clark of Media, PA
SERVICE INFORMATION: Funeral Mass Saturday 2:00 p.m. from The Church of St John Chrysostom, Providence Road, Wallingford, PA. Interment private. Friends may call Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Minshall-Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Middletown and Knowlton Roads, Middletown Twp., Media, PA.
MEMORIAL GIFTS: Contributions in memory of James H. Gorbey may be given to Sturge Weber Foundation, In support of Chloe Zarko, P. O. Box 418, Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970-0418.
Gorman, Vincent C.
Vincent C. Gorman AGE: 85
OF: Riddle Village, Middletown Twp. and formerly of Lenni, PA
DIED: Saturday, December 1, 2007 AT Home
Born: Lenni, PA He had been a resident of Middletown Twp since 1952.
EDUCATION: Graduate Saint Agnes High School Class of 1939
EMPLOYMENT: Owner of Elwyn Hardware Store from 1953 to 1985
VETERAN: US Marines World War II serving in the battle of Iwo Jima in the South Pacific
ORGANIZATIONS: Church: Member of The Church of St Francis DeSales, Lenni, PA
Other: A man devoted to his home and family. He was a member of VFW Bonaventure-Clark Post #6613, Lenni PA, and was an avid golfer.
Husband of the late Marie E. (nee Beckle) Gorman
SURVIVORS: Survived by Two Sons: Vincent C. Gorman, Jr. of Coatesville, PA and Dennis F. Gorman of Keeseville, New York; A Sister: Ellen McGovern of Upper Chichester, PA; Three Granddaughters: Kelly Cooper, Denise and Christabel Gorman.
SERVICE INFORMATION: Funeral Mass Thursday 12:30 p.m. at The Church of St Francis DeSales, 35 New Road, Lenni, PA 19052, where friends may call after 12:00 Noon. Interment SS Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA
MEMORIAL GIFTS: Contributions in memory of Vincent Gorman may be given to The Church of St Francis DeSales at the above address.
Arrangements by The Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home of Middletown Twp., Media, PA.
