OBITUARIES

Hermenegildo Martínez

Hermenegildo Martínez

Dec 27, 2024

Hermenegildo, age 87, of the Feltonville section of Philadelphia, passed away on Friday December 27, 2024. Born April 13, 1937, in Puerto Rico. 

Relatives and friends are welcome to join the family to celebrate the well lived life of Hermenegildo. on Tuesday January 7, 2025, at the Compagnola Funeral Home 4405 N. 5th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19140. Visitation hours are from...

Dr. Eleanor Tiongson

Dr. Eleanor Tiongson

Dec 27, 2024

Dr. Eleanor Tiongson, a dedicated medical professional and a woman of profound faith, passed away on December 27, 2024, in Media, PA. Born on November 7, 1944, in the Philippines, she carried her cultural heritage with grace throughout her life. Dr. Tiongson earned her medical degree and excelled in her career as a gynecologist in private practice, where she was...

María Altagracia Ramos Díaz

María Altagracia Ramos Díaz

Dec 26, 2024

María Altagracia, de 72 años, de la sección Hunting Park de Filadelfia, falleció pacíficamente en su residencia el Jueves 26 de Diciembre de 2024. Nacida El 16 de Mayo de 1952, En Santiago, República Dominicana.

 Familiares y amigos son recibidos calurosamente a la visita de Maria Altagracia el Jueves 2 de enero de 2025 de 5:00 PM a 8:00 PM en...

Isabel Martinez

Isabel Martinez

Dec 22, 2024

Isabel Martinez, a vibrant and spirited individual, passed away on December 22, 2024, in Philadelphia. Born on November 19, 1954, in Cuba, Isabel brought joy and strength to all those fortunate enough to know her.

Her personality was characterized by a fun-loving nature and an unwavering strong spirit that illuminated every room she entered. Isabel's laughter and zest for life made...

Pedro Soto Cepeda

Pedro Soto Cepeda

Dec 21, 2024

Pedro Soto Cepeda, born on October 11, 1982, in Puerto Rico, passed away unexpectedly on December 21, 2024. Pedro's life, although brief, was marked by a spirit full of warmth and kindness that touched the hearts of many.

As a resident of Philadelphia, he embraced his community with unwavering commitment and dedication. Friends and loved ones will remember him for his...

Johanny Pérez

Johanny Pérez

Dec 18, 2024

Johanny Pérez, a dedicated registered nurse known for her compassionate care and unwavering faith, passed away on December 18, 2024, in Bristol, Pennsylvania. Born on March 3, 1985, in the Dominican Republic, Johanny embodied a spirit of humility and humor that touched all who knew her.

Throughout her career, Johanny earned a Bachelor’s degree in nursing, which paved the way for...

Antonio Morales

Antonio Morales

Dec 18, 2024

Antonio Morales, born on February 20, 1967, in Bakersfield, California, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Antonio was a devoted son, loving father, and cherished brother, who found great joy in the company of his family and friends throughout his life.

He is survived by his beloved son, Antonio Morales; his mother, Carmen Morales; two sisters; and...

Lydia Rosario Ruiz

Lydia Rosario Ruiz

Dec 15, 2024

Lydia, age 89, of the Hunting Park section of Philadelphia, passed away on Sunday December 15, 2024. Born February 4, 1935, in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Lydia’s Life Celebration service Thursday December 26, 2024 at the Compagnola Funeral Home 4405 N. 5th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19140. Visitation hours will be held from 6:00 PM to...

Paula Arroyo Lopez

Paula Arroyo Lopez

Dec 14, 2024

Paula, age 47, of South Camden, NJ, passed away on Saturday December 14, 2024, in Philadelphia, PA. Born July 29, 1977, in her homeland of Mexico.

Relatives and friends are called to visitation hours on Monday December 23, 2024, at Visitation B.V.M Roman Catholic Church 2625 B St., Philadelphia, PA, 19125. Visitation hours are from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A...

Ixanelly Martinez

Ixanelly Martinez

Dec 13, 2024

Ixanelly, age 92, of the Fairhill section of Philadelphia, peacefully passed away on Friday December 13, 2024. Born November 28, 1932, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life well lived of Ixanelly on Sunday December 22, 2024, at the Compagnola Funeral Home 4405 N. 5th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19140. Visitation hours are set to begin...

Carmen Medina Reyes

Carmen Medina Reyes

Dec 8, 2024

Carmen Medina, age 56, of the Olney section of Philadelphia, passed away on Sunday December 8, 2024, Born February 6, 1968, in Puerto Rico.

Relative and friends are called to visitation hours Saturday afternoon December 21, 2024, at the Compagnola Funeral Home 4405 N. 5th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19140. Visitation hours will begin at 1:00 PM and conclude at 3:00 PM.

Interment...

Mike Martinez Jr.

Mike Martinez Jr.

Dec 8, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mike Martinez, who left this world unexpectedly on December 8, 2024, in Wilmington, Delaware. Born on April 26, 1979, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mike was known for his fun-loving spirit and hard-working nature, qualities that endeared him to many.

Mike dedicated much of his life to those he loved, bringing joy...

Aurelio Mendieta Texis

Aurelio Mendieta Texis

Dec 5, 2024

Aurelio M. Texis, de 58 años, del Sur de Filadelfia, falleció pacíficamente el jueves 5 de Diciembre de 2024, rodeado de aquellos que más lo amaban. Nació el 25 de Septiembre de 1966, en su tierra natal de México.

 Familiares, amigos y feligreses están invitados al servicio de Celebración de Vida de Aurelio el Viernes 13 de Diciembre de 2024, en...

Annette María Aponte

Annette María Aponte

Dec 2, 2024

Annette, age 34, lovingly known as “Haze”, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away on Monday December 2, 2024. Born March 5, 1990 in the city of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia. 

Visitation hours will be held for our beloved Annette on Sunday, December 15, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Compagnola Funeral Home 4405 N. 5th St., Philadelphia PA 19140. 

A final...

Benigno L. Lopez

Benigno L. Lopez

Nov 28, 2024

Benigno L. Lopez, a cherished family man, Father and beloved member of his community, passed away on November 28, 2024 at the age of 84, surrounded by the warmth and love of his family. He was born on June 29, 1940, in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, where he cultivated the values of hard work and dedication that would carry him throughout...

Eduardo Santiago Torres

Eduardo Santiago Torres

Nov 25, 2024

Eduardo Santiago de 45 años. Natural de Puerto Rico y Residente en Philadelphia. Falleció el Lunes 25 de Noviembre de 2024.

Velatorio para Eduardo están pautados para el Jueves 5 de Diciembre de 2024 a partir desde las 3:00 PM hasta las 6:00 PM en la Funeraria Compagnola 4405 N. 5th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19140.

Sepelio se llevará acabo en privado a...

Noemi “Judy” Rodríguez

Noemi “Judy” Rodríguez

Nov 21, 2024

Noemi Garcia was born on February 23, 1941, in Naguabo, Puerto Rico, to Monserrate and Justina Garcia. Though her aunt lovingly chose the name Judy for her, her parents had already named her Noemi, and so Judy became her affectionate nickname.

At the age of 11, Noemi and her family moved from Puerto Rico to Philadelphia. She was accompanied by her...

Ortencia Say Chavez De Lopez

Ortencia Say Chavez De Lopez

Nov 18, 2024

Relative and friends are called to visitation hours Wednesday evening November 27, 2024 at the Compagnola Funeral Home 4405 N. 5th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19140. Visitation hours are set to begin at 6:00 PM and conclude at 9:00 PM. 

Ortencia will be laid to rest in her homeland Guatemala. 

Santos “Sammy” Toledo

Santos “Sammy” Toledo

Nov 18, 2024

Santos, age 71, lovingly known as “Sammy”, of Philadelphia, PA, peacefully passed away on Monday November 18, 2024. Born April 2, 1953 in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. 

Relatives and friends are all welcome to Sammy’s Life Celebration service Saturday November 23, 2024 at the Compagnola Funeral Home 4405 N. 5th., Philadelphia, PA, 19140. Visitation hours are set to begin at 9:00 AM...

Richard Weiss

Richard Weiss

Nov 17, 2024

Obituary

It is with great sadness that we are gathered here today to honor the life of Richard Paul Weiss, who passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 65, in Bensalem, Pennsylvania.

Richard was born on February 5th, 1959 to the late Alan and the late Doris Weiss in Bristol, Pennsylvania. He was the brother of Steven Weiss. After graduating...