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JOHN SHEVLIN Obituary
JOHN D., Nov. 3, 2010. Beloved
husband of the late Dina (nee Buonamici); son of the late John and Susan Marie (nee Ward) Shevlin; brother of the late Richard; devoted father of Susan Schleiden (Jim), Robert, Thomas (Diana) and John Shevlin; loving grandfather of Bud (Maggie) and Michael Sprangers, Ryan (Leah), Amanda and Robert Newett; great grandfather of Dina, Crystal, Gavin, Addyson, Katelyn, Lorelai, Alivia and Andrew; also survived by loving caregiver and friend, Jennifer Fagan. John enjoyed living at Gloria Dei Estates for the last 11 years. There with wit and a smile he did volunteer work for Meals-on-Wheels. In the late 1970s, he was Secretary/ Treasurer for Teamsters Local 628. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday, 9:30 A.M., St. Cecilia Church, 535 Rhawn St., Phila. PA 19111, followed by Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M. Int. Resurrection Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Phila. PA 19111.
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The Reilly's
November 8, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sandra and Ger Galster
November 7, 2010
Dearest Shevlin Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the whole family. Our families grew up in the same neighborhood and attended the same schools, siblings bonding with siblings. Your dad was a great man and we know you will miss him deeply.
Diana Shevlin
November 6, 2010
Dad & Pop Pop,
Thank you for all your kindess and thoughfulness over the years. You are a very caring person and we know you are now at peace. We love you and will miss you very much.
Love, Diana Shevlin, Ryan Newett, Amanda Newett, Robert Newett, Lorelai Newett, Katelyn Newett, Andrew & Alivia Newett.
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