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Age 80, on November 15, 2025. A long time member of St. Edmond choir and parish. Ronnie was a loyal and dedicated friend to many. She would joyfully provide transportation to those in need of a ride. Wife of the late Jack; beloved sister of Jim Flaherty (Marie); dear aunt of James Flaherty and Colleen Flaherty (Jason). Great aunt of Chelsea Wilson and Liam Flaherty. Also survived by her loving St. Edmond family.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing on Monday, November 24 at St. Edmond Church, 21st St. and Snyder Ave. , Philadelphia, PA from 9 AM to 9:45 AM. Funeral Mass to follow at 10 AM. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery, Yeadon, PA.
Donations made be made in Ronnie's memory to her beloved St. Edmond Church.
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Linda Devlin
November 20, 2025
Ronnie was a "one -a-million" person...always kind, always generous, never had a negative or unkind word.
Always smiling, always positive...May Ronnie rest in God's Arms...The Devlins will miss you....RIP Ronnie....
Vincent Rossi
November 19, 2025
My friend Ronnie I´m shocked to have read this today . You are a very special person . I will miss our online and phone conversations. May you Rest in Peace until we meet again .
Love and prayers
Vince Rossi
DT
November 19, 2025
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of God, family and friends. Please find comfort in the words found at Isaiah 61:1,2.
Tony Mangano
November 19, 2025
We send our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Ronnie.(as we knew her) Sharing good times in the choir, , fund raisers and the great time in Rome. She will be missed and prayed for often. I am sure that soon she will be praying for us all here on Earth. Rest in Peace Ronnie.
...Tony & Jay...
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Upcoming Events
Nov
24
Viewing
9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
St. Edmond Church (Philadelphia)
21st St. and Snyder Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Send FlowersNov
24
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
St. Edmond Church (Philadelphia)
21st St. and Snyder Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Send FlowersServices provided by
Ruffenach Family Funeral Homes - Philadelphia