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Francis McCabe Obituary

Francis X. McCabe, Sr., age 86 Francis X. McCabe, Sr., age 86, of Newtown Square, PA, formerly of Havertown, PA, passed away on December 31, 2013 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Joseph and Anne McCabe (nee Considine). He was a proud graduate of St. Thomas More High School in Philadelphia. He was employed by RCA as an Electronic Technician until his retirement at the age of 60. Survivors: His wife of 60 years, Marie T. McCabe (nee Walsh), his children Francis X. (Mary), Thomas J. (Sheila), Marie K. (Edward) Stevens, Kathleen E. (Andrew) Gran, Maureen J. (Francis) Naselli, Bernadette T. (William) Boylan, Robert N., Nicholas P. (Mary Teresa) and Julianne M. (James) McCabe-Ranieri. Also survived by his 40 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Services: Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday, January 6, 2014, 6:00-9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, January 7, 2014, 8:30-10:00 a.m., The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike (cor. Lynn Blvd.), Upper Darby 610-449-0300, followed by his Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m., Annunciation BVM Church, 401 Brookline Blvd., Havertown, PA. Interment: SS Peter & Paul Cemetery. In lieu of flowers: Donations in his memory to the St. Thomas More Alumni Association, (STMAA), National Catholic Education Fund, P.O. Box 294, Drexel Hill, PA 19026, would be appreciated. Make checks payable to STMAA. Online condolences: www.donohuefuneralhome.com

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Published by The Daily Times from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2014.

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Cindy and Chris Mccord

January 8, 2014

Our deepest condolences to the family for the loss of your dear dad. We wish you peace at this difficult time.

Ronnie and Tee D'Anjolell

January 5, 2014

So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Lizette Raspa

January 5, 2014

The Boylan and McCabe Family,
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. May God bless and keep you in the palm of his hands. Your dad will forever remain close to you in your hearts. His spirit will live in his children and grandchildren. May he rest in peace with the Lord.
Sincerly,
Joe, Lizette, Liza and Lexy Raspa

Denise Hollenbeck

January 4, 2014

Sending lots of love and support out to the family.

Mr. McCabe again wanted to let you know what an inspration you were to me and how i always admired the way you ran a tight ship with our Lord...
Be with him now my friend.
Denise E. Hollenbeck

January 4, 2014

You will be missed from Denise,(Hollenbeck) Robert, Jack and John Mastracola. We send strength to your family and many prayers and candles will be lit for your childrens strenth, please watch over them and help them through this very difficult time. The Mastracolas

January 4, 2014

Dad, I will miss you and remember all you taught me and my children. Above all Pop you helped me through many many difficult times. You taught me how to be the man i am today and i will remember it.....Love, Robert

Dan Walsh

January 4, 2014

My prayers and thoughts go out to all of my cousins and Aunt Marie. Uncle Franny is at peace and in a better place now.
I always cherish my memories of visiting and spending time with my cousins when Tom and I came out from the city. Uncle Franny and Aunt Marie always treated us so well.

January 3, 2014

Mr. McCabe, such a great man. You were truly a good friend to my dad Hughie. You both are up there in heaven. May you rest in peace. The Meehan Family

January 3, 2014

You will be missed Dad. One of the things the kids will remember you as is the candy Pop Pop, you always had hard candy for them. Rest in peace and join the others that have gone before us. Watch over your family and help them thru this difficult time. Love Sue

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