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STEPHEN HALSTEAD Obituary

HALSTEAD STEPHEN Age 51, on July 10, 2023, of Oreland. Survived by his daughter Brooklyn, his brothers and sisters Paul, Elizabeth, Mark and Marianne. Also survived by nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held at JACOB F. RUTH FUNERAL HOME, 8413 Germantown Ave., Phila., PA 19118 on Thursday, July 13th from 6:30 – 7:30 P.M. Funeral Service 7:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Jul. 12, 2023.

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Rita mastroni

May 24, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Marshall Matthews

July 13, 2023

Dear Brooklyn, we are so sad to hear about your father´s passing. He was a thoughtful, caring person, and family friend. We will always remember him and you. Praying for you. Marshall, Anita, Devon and family.

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