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Cancer Survivor, York Mom Of 2, Christina Agosto Dies: Obituary
A 46-year-old mom of two has died, according to her obituary posted by John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc.
Christina "Nena" Agosto, of York, passed away on Sept. 24, as detailed in her obituary.
She was a York native and William Penn Senior High School graduate, her social media shows.
Christina enjoyed cooking (especially tacos) cherishing cooking for family dinners, which were often followed by lively game nights, as explained in her obituary. She was a fan of 90s hip hop and R&B, horror films, and beach trips.
"Christina’s warmth and kindness allowed her to make fri…
$90K+ Raised For PA Family After Fatal Hit-Run I-95 Crash
A community is mourning their loss after a 32-year-old woman died due to a traumatic brain injury following a hit-run crash on Interstate 95 in Philadelphia.
Tess Kathryn Fox, most recently of Springfield, Pennsylvania but formerly of West Deptford, New Jersey, died on Saturday, Sept. 14 as a result of the crash on Interstate 95 near Philadelphia International Airport on Saturday, Sept. 7, Pennsylvania State Police told Daily Voice on Thursday, Sept. 19, and as detailed in obituary published by McGuinness Funeral Homes.
She was an organ donor, according to the obituary.&nbs…
Drexel Student Raises $102K After NJ Crash That Killed Parents, Teen Sister
On Tuesday, Sept. 17, Max Dryerman said his final goodbyes to his parents and his younger sister.
The college student from Woodcliff Lake lost his entire immediate family in a crash on the Garden State Parkway over the weekend. A joint funeral service was held for David and Michele Dryerman, both 54, and Brooke Dryerman, 17, Tuesday morning at Temple Emanuel of Pascack Valley. A burial service followed at Sharon Gardens on Lakeview Avenue, in Valhalla, NY.
Max, whose LinkedIn shows he's studying engineering at Drexel University in Philadelphia, launched a GoFundMe page to help put himself t…
Vietnam Veteran, PA Firefighter, Blaine Horn, Dies On 9/11
A former firefighter in multiple counties in Pennsylvania and a Vietnam veteran died on Wednesday, Sept. 11, his former station announced.
Blaine W. Horn, 75, of Slatedale, passed away at his home, according to his obituary posted on Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc.'s website.
He was known in his community as the former Fire Chief of Citizen’s Fire Company #1 for over 40 years and the current Fire Marshal of Slatedale, but his service to his community dates back much further.
Blaine has been an active member of various fire services for over 60 years, according to his obituary. "He served…
Coroner IDs Motorcyclist, 68, Killed In MontCo Crash
Officials have identified the 68-year-old Lansdale motorcyclist killed in a crash on Monday, Sept. 9.
David F. Yacko died in the crash at Geigel Hill and Cafferty roads in Lansdale on Monday, Sept. 9, Bucks County Coroner Patricia Campi tells Daily Voice.
A Philadelphia native, Yacko was passionate about cars, and worked as a skilled mechanic for more than 50 years, according to an obituary published by Huff and Lakjer Funeral Home.
"He was known by all for his ability to fix or make anything that you could need," it reads. "From birdwatching, to te…
Legendary Pennsylvania Soul Singer, Frankie Beverly Of Maze Has Died
The funk band Maze's lead singer, Frankie Beverly, died on Tuesday, Sept. 10, his family shared on social media the following morning.
Beverly was 77 and a Philadelphia native who attended Germantown High School. He was known as a legendary R&B artist, songwriter, and producer.
"During this time, as we are navigating feelings of sorrow, reflection, and remembrance we kindly ask for privacy and understanding, allowing us the space to grieve in our own way," the family wrote. "This period for is one of healing, and your respect for our need for solitude is appreciated as we honor the…
Volunteer Firefighter, Chief In PA, MD Dies Suddenly, Fund Says
A volunteer firefighter serving in Maryland and Pennsylvania for over 40 years has died "unexpectedly", a GoFundMe launched to help launch his family announced on Saturday, Sept. 7.
Chief Tracy L. Tomlinson, 57, of Kirkwood, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Thursday, Sept. 5, according to his obituary posted on Shivery Funeral Home, Inc.'s website. He was born in West Grove and was a graduate of Solanco High School.
The Robert Fulton Fire Company explained his career as follows:
"He became a member of Robert Fulton Fire Company in September of 1983, joining…
Daughter Of Caitlin Smiles Founder, 22-Year-Old Abby Hornung Dies Suddenly
The youngest daughter of the nonprofit Caitlin Smiles founder, Abby Hornung, has died suddenly, her family announced in an obituary posted on the Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home website.
Abigail "Abby" Caitlin Hornung, 22, of Dauphin "passed away unexpectedly" on Thursday, Sept. 3, as stated in her obituary.
Her older sister, and her middle namesake, notably died of a cancerous brain tumor at the age of seven in 2000— two years before Abby was born.
In 2004, her mom Cheryl launched Caitlin Smiles to make sure her eldest daughter's "smiling spirit is kept alive through the work of Caitlin’s Sm…
Champion HS Wrestler, Business Owner 47-Year-Old Andrew Cook Dies Suddenly
Andrew C. Cook, of Chester Springs, died suddenly on Friday, Aug. 30, according to an obituary published by James J. Terry Funeral Home. He was 47 years old.
Andy was a champion wrestler at Ridley Park High School, his obituary said.
He ran a successful landscaping business for many years, according to his obituary.
A GoFundMe campaign had raised more than $26,000 for his family as of Tuesday, Sept. 3.
"Andrew found his passion in the financial world as an accountant for Fearless Restaurants," as noted in his obituary. He had a gift for mathematics and numbers.
Andy loved being…
