Dr. Jadwiga Halina Wieckowski of Brooklyn, NY entered into eternal life on Thursday, November 7,th 2024. She was 97 years and 9 months old.
She was born in Poland to the late Marianna (born Ziarnicka) and Boleslaw Hrut, as the youngest of three children. Jadwiga’s siblings were late sister, Regina Maria Lec and late brother Zdzislaw Hrut.
Jadwiga spent her childhood in Koziegłowki, where her father was a municipal secretary – comptroller (sekretarz gminy) from 1928 to 1934 and her mother was a homemaker, who taught young women the art of cooking and baking. Her family moved to Poręba, where he worked in the same role from 1934 to 1939.
The outbreak of World War II shattered Jadwiga’s childhood. Her father was called to serve as a reserve officer. He held captive and then perished in the massacre of Katyn, as one of nearly 22,000 Polish military and police officers and intelligentsia prisoners of war. Her family did not know that he had perished and the hope that he would return sustained them during the war. Jadwiga’s older sister and brother were forced to work for the Germans in an office and labor camp, respectively.
After WWII, Jadwiga’s family moved to Toruń, where her mother worked at the “Kopernik” Confectionery Factory, making gingerbread cookies (pierniki). Jadwiga finished high school there and studied medicine at the Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, Poland. Jadwiga became a well-respected pediatrician and worked in Rabka, and had private patients in Mrzygłód, her mother’s birthplace, where her mother had returned to live.
Jadwiga met her future husband, Stanislaw Wieckowski, through friends when he was living and working in Sydney, Australia, after which he immigrated to New York. Stanislaw returned to Poland in 1959, and he and Jadwiga were married on July 30th in a civil ceremony followed by a church wedding on August 1, 1959 in Mrzygłód. Jadwiga was not allowed by the then-government to join Stanislaw in the U.S. until early June 1960. They settled in an apartment on Metropolitan Avenue near Our Lady of Consolation Church, which became their parish church, and started their family. Jadwiga and Stanislaw had two young daughters, Elizabeth and Stella, when they bought their house at 146 South 3rd Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn in 1963. There they welcomed two more children, Stanley and Lilian. Jadwiga’s mother, Marianna Hrut, immigrated to Brooklyn to help with the growing family in December 1965. Jadwiga and her husband raised their children at the family home and with a focus on education, and all four children graduated from college or higher (post-graduate degree).
Jadwiga recertified as a doctor after passing the ECFMG Certification, a rigorous process evaluating medical knowledge using the same examinations taken by U.S. medical school graduates, as well as the FLEX and U.S. Medical Licensing Examination to obtain her medical licensure. Jadwiga worked as a pediatrician at Brooklyn Hospital, and then St. John’s Episcopal Hospital. She practiced in her profession for a few years only so that she could focus on her children, who were in their teen and 20s.
Jadwiga and Stanislaw enjoyed spending time with their oldest granddaughters, Tina and Stephanie. They were married for over 36 years until his passing on April 4, 1996.
Through about 2015, Jadwiga helped care for and raise her five grandchildren while their parents worked. No one could have done it better.
Jadwiga enjoyed reading, especially mystery novels, the newspapers and Hola magazine in Spanish, which she learned when her children were in high school. Jadwiga was an excellent cook and baker, who loved to try new recipes, which she found in culinary magazines.
Jadwiga enjoyed her two trips to Europe, especially Italy, where at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City she attended Mass offered by Pope John Paul II and received Communion from His Holiness. She visited Poland just twice after immigrating to the U.S., the last time in 2013, where she was heartily welcomed by her brother and his family in Gdansk, as well as her first cousins and their families in Mrzygłód. She was moved to tears when she visited the two oak trees that had ben planted in her father, Boleslaw’s memory, one on the grounds of the church where she had been married and the second in Poręba, near the building in which her father had worked and her family had lived before the war.
Jadwiga is survived by her four children, Elizabeth (son in law Richard Brent), Stella, Stanley, and Lilian, as well as five grandchildren, Tina Gabriele, Stephanie [Josephine] Hupalo, Stanley Luis Wieckowski (and his wife Kimberly Bustos), Philip Bulanowski (and his fiancé Hana Martin), and Camille, and one great grandson, Michael J. Stumpf III. Also left in mourning are her three nephews (sons of her siblings), numerous cousins and their families, and friends of the family, as well as friends of her children and grandchildren.
Jadwiga now will be reunited with her father, mother, husband, sister and brother.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, November 16th, 2024 at 12:00 pm at Our Lady of Częstochowa Cemetery Chapel, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 28901 followed by Jadwiga’s funeral service at 12:30 pm. Enter through the cemetery gates in your car, take the cemetery road to the end of the road. The cemetery chapel will be on your left. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home 215-348-9421.
Leon Boleslaw Duminiak of Trevose, PA passed away at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia on September 23, 2024. He was 77 years old. He was born in Philadelphia to the late Victoria and Boleslaw Duminiak. He will be deeply missed by his family, especially his beloved wife Lynn Duminiak,née Freels, of 54 years. Leon is survived by our son John Duminiak, his wife Karla, son Brandon and daughter Daniah, as well as our son Michael, his wife Julie, son Nathaniel and daughter Victoria. Leon is also survived by our son Robert, his wife Jillian, and daughter Natalie. Leon was very proud of his family and their many accomplishments and especially loved when the family got together. Leon was very proud of his Polish heritage, spoke Polish fluently and was a member of the Polish National Alliance. He was a proud alumnus of Penn State. He worked as a chemist for PECO from 1970 until his retirement, then worked for several years for the College of New Jersey. Leon was a very active volunteer, a cubmaster for many years, then a Boy Scout Scoutmaster for troop 78 for nearly 20 years as well as working with the Playwicki District. As an avid train enthusiast, he volunteered with Delaware Valley chapter of the National Railway Historical Society, the Atlantic Division of the Train Collectors Association, the National Model Railroad Association, the Lionel Collectors Club of America, the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad and the Southeast Pennsylvania Garden Railway Society. Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 11:30 am at Our Lady of Częstochowa Cemetery Chapel, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 28901 followed by Leon’s funeral service at 12:30 pm. Please enter through the cemetery gates in your car, take the road to the end and the cemetery chapel will be on your left. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home 215-348-9421.
Waldemar Zoltek of Willow Grove, PA passed away at Doylestown Hospital on September 3rd. He was 73 years old. He was born in Lochow Poland to the late Stanislawa and Jan Zoltek. He will be deeply missed by his family, especially his loving wife Jadwiga.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 11:30am at Our Lady of Czestochowa Chapel, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901 followed by Waldemar’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30pm. Please enter through the cemetery gates in your car, take the road to the end and the cemetery chapel will be on your left. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421 No words can we write to say how much we miss you. We think of you in silence, and often speak your name. But all we have are memories and some photos in a frame.
There is a place within our hearts that no one else can fill. We love you so, and always will. .
Mary Ann Margaret Williams Steele was born on September 24, 1955 and passed peacefully in her sleep on August 2, 2024 She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Mary Ann graduated from Bishop Neumann Business School and later attended West Philadelphia High School. She was baptized at a young age and loved the lord.
Mary Ann married and gave birth to two children, Mary and Michael. Mary Ann was gifted and had many talents. She owned a carpet business where her no nonsense attitude served her well. She was one of a few women to receive a city contract. She worked at Mercy Philadelphia Hospital where she retired due to health reasons.
She always had time to listen to others needs. A social butterfly who loved to dress to impress, you could find her enjoying life spending time with friends and family.
Mary Ann was proceeded in death by her parents Lee Preston and Mary C. Deal. brother Anton D. Williams and nephew Robert T. Williams Jr. She leaves to mourn her daughter Mary Steele and son Micheal P. Dawson (Olivia) brother Maceo Deal, sisters Marcia (Craig) Hancock, Linda Carter, grandchildren Mekyia Mone, Michael Preston, A’majen, A’dream, Preston Michael, and Tanae. Great Grandchildren Logan Jones. Nephew and neice Ryan Russell and Logyn Davenport and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Mary Ann will be missed deeply by all who knew her.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown 215-348-9421.
Patricia Ann Kennedy Kane August 8, 1930 – July 24, 2024
Patricia (Pat) Kane, 93, of Penllyn, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. She was escorted home to heaven by her brother- in- law, Gerald Kane, who passed away peacefully earlier on the same date. She has been reunited with many family members including her husband James (1993), her daughter Lisa Kane (1970), her daughter and her son- in- law Patricia (1990) and Robert Bruno (1999), and her son Robert Kane (2011).
Pat leaves behind a legacy of 5 children, James Kane (Jodie), Dennis Kane (Elvi), Maureen Miller, John Kane (Judith), Michael Kane, and daughter-in-law Amanda Kane; 17 grandchildren, Jamie Lindtner (John), Benjamin Kane (Robin), Sarah Kane, Krista Hovick (Kyle), Megan Abazi (Din), Emma Kane, Jennifer Bruno (Kyle Warner), Edward Miller, Aileen Wilson (James), Stephen Miller, Anna Kane (Matthias Bash), Ellen Kane, Laura Kane, Samantha Adams (Robert), Anthony Kane (Mariah Kachmar), Kathryn Kane, and Elizabeth Kane; and 11 great grandchildren, Asher Lindtner, Hannah Lindtner, Emily Kane, Abigail Kane, Isaiah Kane, Charlotte Hovick, Lillian Hovick, Audrey Abazi, Vivian Abazi, Dean Abazi, John Abazi, and baby girl Wilson due in August 2024.
Pat was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 8, 1930, and grew up in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. She was one of eight children, 5 daughters and 3 sons, of Winifred and John F. Kennedy. She is survived by two sisters, Sara (Sally) Taylor and her Irish twin, Janie O’Brien.
Pat met her future husband in tenth grade at a local dance. She attended Little Flower School. Pat devoted many years as a mother to her 8 children including being a caregiver for her daughter Lisa who spent much of her time in Children’s Hospital from ages 3 – 7 when she passed away.
Pat loved the beach. She loved sitting down by the water and reading for hours. She especially liked the late hours on the beach when it was practically empty, quiet, and peaceful. She enjoyed traveling with her sister, Sally, to Florida and with her family and friends to Italy, England, Scotland, Alaska, and Ireland. She participated in many of our family camping and hiking trips to Ricketts Glen State Park when she and the in-laws would experience the camping/ hiking by day, family dinner, and then she would sleep in a comfortable bed at a local bed and breakfast. She was an avid reader and enjoyed reading on her kindle and sharing her collection of books with others.
Pat was resilient and her strong faith carried her through many trials and tribulations throughout her life. It was this faith in God that gave her strength when dealing with the loss of her three children remaining steadfast in her faith that she would see them again. God blessed her with a long life and she chose to spend them with her many family, friends, and loved ones creating happy memories.
A joint funeral service will be held at Simcox and McIlvaine funeral home on Friday, August 2, 2024, from 9-10:30 am followed by a brief prayer service. A joint burial will be held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. A luncheon will be held at Joseph Ambler Inn in New Wales at 1:00 pm.
Simcox and McIlvaine 532 E. Main Street Lansdale, PA 19446 215-885-3434
Joseph Ambler Inn 1004 Horsham Pike North wales, PA 19454 215-362-7500 Josephamblerinn.com
A memorial mass will be held for Patricia Kane tentatively scheduled for September 21 at St. Anthony’s parish in Ambler, Pennsylvania
Suzanne Weltman died as she lived, surrounded by a rich web of loving community. More than a hundred friends and family members provided support throughout her 10-month battle with glioblastoma, which came to an end on April 28. She was 68 years old. Born in New Jersey, Suzanne was the oldest of five children. Her keen artistic eye was apparent from a young age. Eager to experiment with various media, at different points in her life she sketched, painted, drew, knitted, and collaged. Suzanne was multilingual, with French, German, and Spanish language skills.
Suzanne was an intuitive and creative gardener and an avid kayaker. A warmhearted animal lover, she relished the opportunity for long hikes in the Wissahickon with a series of beloved pets. Over the years she was accompanied by Jib, Mocha, Cassie, and Stella.
After graduating from Watchung Hills Regional High School, she attended Pennsylvania State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in education. She married young and followed her military husband to Kentucky, where she taught for several years and studied at Western Kentucky University.
In the late 1980s she moved to Princeton, New Jersey, where she took on a series of food-related jobs in catering and restaurants and made a handful of lifelong friends. Her work was recognized professionally; she won a Julia Child Fellowship from the Culinary Institute of America and became a member of Les Dames d’Escoffier. She embarked on additional graduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania in the late 1990s, pursuing an education which focused on foodways and culture, family and ethnic food traditions. She hit it off so well with classmates from one food anthropology course that they went on to hold monthly dinners for more than a decade. She worked extensively with cancer support communities in the Philadelphia area, teaching nutrition classes and helping fellow survivors share her joy in preparing and serving fresh foods. In her later years she oversaw a nutrition education program, working out of the Penn State Extension office in Philadelphia.
Suzanne worked as a part-time environmental educator with children. She relished learning from and teaching with colleagues at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education and was in the process of becoming certified as a Pennsylvania Master Naturalist.
A resident of the Mount Airy neighborhood of Philadelphia for the past 25 years, Suzanne was a beloved figure. Friends from all walks of life stepped up to support Suzanne with daily caregiving, visits, cards, artwork, and calls. She had an array of supporters from her book club, walking club, dragon boat racing team, tai chi group, Unitarian Universalist congregation, college years, graduate school days, neighborhood, and more.
Suzanne was predeceased by her parents, Abe and Erika Weltman, and her sister in law, Kathy Weltman. She is survived by her siblings Dan Weltman (Madonna), Lynn Nothstein (Tom), Jerry Weltman, Janine Weltman; her nieces and nephews and innumerable friends.
A celebration of Suzanne’s life will be held at the Unitarian Universalists of Mount Airy in the coming months.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education in support of children’s programming. Donors may note that the gift is in honor of Suzanne Weltman: www.schuylkillcenter.or
Janette Heath Lingo (nee Winton) died peacefully at the Bridges at Warwick in Jamison, PA on April 9th, 2024 she was 92 years old, two days shy of her 93rd birthday.
Janette moved back to Pennsylvania on September 1, 2021 after living and retiring in Mt. Dora, FL over 25 years ago with her late husband, James F. Lingo with whom she had been married for 55 years until his passing in December, 2008.
Janette was born in Dalry, Aryshire, Scotland and lived there for 13 years before moving to Hampstead, London with her family. It was there that she met her husband while he was stationed at the American Embassy with the Marine Corps. Janette loved her time in Scotland and London and was a window dresser for several department stores in London. Still always reminisces/ed about those days and the wonderful stores such as D. H. Evans, Marks & Spencer, Selfridges, John Lewis, etc. Upon meeting Jim, she came over to America on the Queen Mary, married and raised her children. While raising her children she also had a successful career working at several companies including Inter-County Hospitalization, Colonial Mortgage Company, Upper Moreland Tax Office, Inter-Search Research Company and finally Marple-Clemens, Realtors.
Janette enjoyed her retirement, traveled extensively throughout Europe, Hawaii, Italy, Bermuda, and various other locations. She belonged to the Country Club of Mt. Dora Women’s Club, the Red Hat Society, the Bereavement Group where she met several friends and traveled with them in later years. As much as she always enjoyed fashion, she was also a big fan of QVC and even has their logo on her bench at Whitemarsh Cemetery.
Janette, while living at the Bridges in Warwick, has enjoyed many friendships; she will always be remembered by her great smile, her endless need for tea, and her sense of humor! Forever grateful for the staff that cared for her.
Janette always said, “If I die, don’t be sad, I’ve had a wonderful Life and we all have to go sometime!”
She did indeed enjoy a long and memorable lifetime.
Janette is survived by Debra A. Schroeder (Craig), Karen J. Marple (Josh), James A. Lingo, Son-In Law, Charles Kendrick and a sister, Agnes (Nan) DeLano. She was predeceased by her daughter, Janet L. Kendrick. She has five grandchildren, Marcy Mills, Ryan Schroeder, Greg Kendrick (Sarah), Kevin Kendrick (Victoria) and Eric Kendrick (Vicki). She also has six great grandchildren: Emry, Rose, Amelia, Jake, Reagan and Kehlani.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, April 19th, 2024 at 1169 Limekiln Pike, Ambler, PA 19002 in the Chapel at Whitemarsh Memorial Park beginning at 10:00AM followed by her funeral service at 11:00AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made and would be appreciated to:
Angelic Hospice, 486 Norristown Road, Suite 133, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Caring Hospice Services 400 Commerce Drive, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Dennis M. Krupa, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on February 24, 2024, at 78. He was born on October 24, 1945, to Stanley Krupa and Pauline (Lesinski) Krupa in an era marked by post-war optimism and burgeoning opportunities. He grew up in Philadelphia with his two younger sisters, Patricia Skotarczak and Noreen Fazekas.
Dennis lived a life filled with service, dedication, and love for his family and country. A proud veteran of the Vietnam War, Dennis served in the United States Marine Corps from 1963 to 1967, embodying the values of honor, courage, and commitment throughout his military tenure. While in the service Dennis worked as a radio operator. He received the National Defense Service Medal and a Good Conduct medal.
In his civilian life, career journey. He worked diligently in various positions, including roles at A.E. Staley Manufacturing Co., the U.S. Steel Corporation’s Fairless Plant, and eventually donning the iconic red suit as Santa Dennis, bringing joy to countless children during the holiday seasons.
In 1983, Dennis married his lifelong partner in love and adventure, Patricia G. (Patterson) Krupa. Together, they created a beautiful family and shared numerous cherished memories over four decades of marriage.
Dennis was a devoted father to his children, grandchildren & great-grandchildren. He cherished every moment spent with his family, leaving an indelible mark on their lives.
Dennis leaves behind his children Michael Krupa, Michele (Randy) Stewart, Melissa (Kevin Flanagan) Krupa, Cheri (Marco) Tenaglia, and Debbie (Walt) Yeager.
Grandchildren: Stephanie (Matt) Colvin, Patrick (Laura) McGregor, Dylan Krupa, Madison (Nicholas) Salter, Elizabeth Stewart, Faith Stewart, Jessica (Tim) Sheedy, Nick (Val) Kaiser, and Rachel (Jake Thomson) Kaiser.
Great grandchildren: Jordan Colvin, Damian Colvin, Dominic McGregor, Declan McGregor, Haevyn McGregor, Mavrix Salter, Tim Sheedy, Brianna Sheedy, Kate Sheedy, Nick Kaiser, Ryleigh Kaiser, Nathan Kaiser
Beyond his professional and familial responsibilities, Dennis found solace and joy in his hobbies. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, finding peace in the tranquility of nature. For almost 40 years, Dennis enjoyed his lakeside retreat at Penn Warner Club. With his best friends Lou and Rita Fredricks, he spent hours fishing and around the fire. His membership in the Turkey Hill Gun Club and Falls Township Gun Club provided him with camaraderie and shared passion with fellow enthusiasts.
Dennis M. Krupa leaves a legacy of love, service, and unwavering commitment to his family, friends, and community. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
He is survived by his loving wife Patti Krupa, his children, grandchildren, sisters, and numerous extended family members and friends. He is predeceased by his parents, Stanley Krupa and Pauline (Lesinski) Krupa, brother-in-law Ronald Skotarczak, son-in-law Kevin Flanagan, great-grandchildren Payton & Chase McGregor, and friend Rita Fredricks.
Dennis now rests in eternal peace, his spirit forever cherished in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Dennis’ life will be held on Friday, March 29th. Service will be held at the Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Road, Newtown PA 18940 at 1:30 pm. Afterward, friends and family are invited to a private gathering to honor his memory and share stories of his remarkable life.
Instead of flowers, donations can be made to Wounded Warriors Family Support https://www.wwfs.org/ or the charity of your choice in honor of Dennis’ lifelong dedication to service and community.
Zofia Kielbasa, 85, of Perth Amboy, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2024 with her family by her side.
Zofia was born April 1938 in Poland, beloved daughter of Antoni Woch and Aniela (Sudol) Woch.
A faithful parishioner of Saint John Paul II Parish in Perth Amboy, NJ.
Zofia would be found tending to her gardens and beautiful plants. She produced the best vegetables in the neighborhood with the most delicious tomatoes and cucumbers.
Zofia enjoyed hosting family gatherings with delicious Polish cuisine and loved “Do-It-Yourself” Projects in her home and our family homes. She was selflessly devoted to family.
Zofia will forever be remembered by her devoted son Henry and his wife Kim; devoted daughter Alina Henrich and her husband Ed; her treasured 5 grandchildren who loved their “Babcia”, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Bronislaw “Bruno” Kielbasa and grandson Evan Henrich.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 11:30am at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 (Cemetery Chapel on cemetery grounds, Red Barn Chapel), followed by Zofia’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30pm. Interment at Shrine Cemetery.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Zofia Kielbasa’s name to: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa. P.O. Box 2049, Doylestown, PA 18901 215.345.0600 WWW.CZESTOCHOWA.US
Payton W. Thurman of Ambler, PA., was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on May 15, 1936 to Cleophus and Victoria Thurman. His family moved to Darby, PA when he was age five, as his father did not want his sons to grow up in the segregated South.
Thurman, as he was known by family and friends, graduated from Darby High School, where he played varsity basketball and football. He earned his Bachelor of Education degree from Cheney University, where he also played basketball and football. Thurman earned his Master of Education degree from Temple University.
Thurman became a master teacher for the School District of Philadelphia, where he dedicated himself to educating young minds for 32 years. In addition to demonstrating a commitment to his students, Thurman’s devotion extended beyond the classroom while serving on the executive board of the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, representing the school district’s employees. Additionally, Thurman was a member of the Kappa Alpha PSI Fraternity, Inc.
Thurman enjoyed a lifelong passion for sports and played tennis and golf in his younger years. He never missed an opportunity to cheer on his favorite hometown teams including: the Eagles, 76ers, Phillies and Temple Owls. Thurman had a fondness for the “ponies” and spent many afternoons at the track. Later in life, after slowing a bit, he enjoyed landscaping and gardening, and was often found puttering around the yard at his home in Blue Bell. Thurman thoroughly enjoyed his grandchildren. When Christopher and Devon were young, he loved to take them for a round of miniature golf followed by ice cream at Merrymead Farm. When they grew older, he enjoyed viewing and analyzing the week’s sporting events with them. Thurman always looked forward to, and very much enjoyed, his granddaughter Allison’s visits from Texas and “catching up” on her life.
Thurman was a very social person and never missed an opportunity to visit with family and friends. His distinctive laugh could often be heard at every event, from backyard barbecues and holiday dinners, to frequent card games he enjoyed with his group of friends. He seemed to enjoy, or at least be amused by, everyone he knew and met. Thurman was always ready to socialize!
After a prolonged illness, Thurman made his final transition on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Cleophus.
Thurman leaves to celebrate his life: his loving and devoted wife of 43 years, Joan Thurman; three children: Payton Thurman (Donna), Pamela Jenkins, Leroy H. Jenkins (Kyen); six grandchildren: Payton, Anthony and Isaiah Thurman, Christopher and Devon Jenkins, Esq., and Allison Bean; a great grandson, Jackson Jenkins; several nieces and nephews; a host of friends.
Thurman will be missed by all who knew him and experienced his positive spirit!
A Family Graveside Service will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024. A Celebration of Life gathering will follow at 2:00 PM at the Mattison Estates, 501 Mattison Ave., Ambler, PA 19002. As a tribute, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and the American Diabetes Assoc.
REVEREND JOSEPH M. GLEIXNER, MSC
Joseph was born in Reading, PA, on Oct. 19, 1938, to Michael and Rose (Yandrasits) Gleixner. He graduated from Holy Guardian Angels Parochial School, Reading, PA, in 1952. In the fall of that year, he entered Sacred Heart Mission Seminary in Geneva, IL, where Fr. Joe completed four years of secondary education and one year of college. In 1957, he entered the novitiate at Youngstown, OH, making first profession of vows in 1958. He continued his studies for the priesthood at Sacred Heart Seminary, Shelby, OH, and professed perpetual vows in 1961. Following perpetual profession, he studied at the Gregorian University in Rome until 1963. He then returned to Sacred Heart Seminary to complete his preparation for ordination.
Fr. Joe was ordained a priest by Bp. George Rehring, D.D., in Toledo, OH, on Jan. 30, 1965. His first assignment was in the missions of Papua New Guinea, to the Diocese of Kavieng, where he served as a foreign missionary. He had been, at various times, parochial vicar and pastor in several locations: Lihir Island, Namatanai and Lemakot. From 1971-75, he was business manager and chancellor of the Diocese of Kavieng. From 1985-90, he served as vicar general of the diocese and financial manager of the Diocese of Kavieng. In January, 2002 Fr. Joe returned to the States and was assigned to the Youngstown community to help with the accounts and with ministry. In Sept. of 2004 Fr. Joe became administrator of St. Paul Parish in Canton, OH. He remained there until our community left Ohio and he then took up residence in our Aurora, IL community. He served for a time in Chicago as well, at St. Joseph Parish on the near South Side.
He was eventually named as Superior of our Illinois community, a post which he held until 2018, when he was transferred to Center Valley, PA.
Fr. Joe was fluent in German and Pidgin, as well as English. Fr. Joe was noted among his missionary colleagues for his mechanical skills, most useful in the missions, where he set up a couple of workshops and took care of the vehicles in the parishes and fixed the peoples’ vehicles.
Fr. Joe is survived by his sister, Monica Alfonsi, his brother-in-law, Ted Hughes, their children, and grandchildren. His parents and sister, Rose Hughes, preceded him in death.
An evening viewing at 6:00pm and prayer service at 7:00pm will be held on Thursday, March 7 at Sacred Heart Villa, 3300 Station Ave., Center Valley, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial for Fr. Gleixner will be celebrated on Friday, March 8, 2024 at 11:00am at Sacred Heart Villa.
At his request, Fr. Gleixner will be buried at the MSC Sisters Cemetery in Laureldale, PA. Memorial contributions in Fr. Joseph Gleixner’s memory may be made to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, Sacred Heart Villa, 3300 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home 215-348-9421.
Arlene Ellen Kennedy, formerly of Brooklyn, NY and Bayonne, NJ, passed away from complications of Progressive Supraneuclear Palsy in Doylestown, PA, on February 25, 2024, 10 days before her 82nd birthday. Her family is devastated by this loss.
Arlene was born on March 6, 1942 to Irene McGinniss and Leo Kennedy in Brooklyn, NY. She is survived by her partner of over 43 years, James Donovan, her daughter, Kathleen DeMarco, her granddaughter, Francesca Brown, her sister, Carol McQuillan (Joseph) and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, John Kennedy DeMarco, and many beloved rescued pets.
Before being diagnosed with the evil disease of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Arlene was an extremely energetic, healthy, funny, strong, loyal and beautiful woman. She loved her family, her many pets (also part of her family), her garden, traveling, reading and doing crossword puzzles. Her favorite time of year was Spring, when she could start planting and tending her garden.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to www.PSP.org, www.lastchanceranch.org or any local animal shelter in Arlene’s memory.
Edna Mae Hughes, 92, formerly of Warminster and Hatboro, Pennsylvania, died January 13, 2024 in Harrisburg.
She was born November 29, 1931 in Ridley Township, daughter of John Joseph Rogers and Florence Catherine Probst Rogers. She grew up in Darby and graduated high school in 1949 from Darby Senior High School, along with her lifelong friend Flossie Natale.
She worked as the Department Secretary at the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Medicine from 1949 to 1958. While there she was the secretary to William E. Ehrich, M.D. and was chosen to assist Marta Keller in handling the preparations of histologic slides of Albert Einstein’s brain.
She later worked at General Electric, where she met her husband of 24 years, James Donald Hughes. They were married from 1960 and divorced in 1984. She is survived by her beloved family; 4 children, Catherine M. Wheeler (Calvin Walsh), Fallston, MD, James A. Hughes (Kim Snider) of Evans, GA, Joyce J. Hughes of Harrisburg, PA, and Eileen T. Hughes of Hatboro, PA. Also 3 granddaughters Eileen Mae, Kerri Elizabeth and Carolyn Alexandra, great grandson Milo S. Ray and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her siblings William Rogers, Joseph Rogers, Florence McKay and Helen Grant, along with her also loved in-laws from the Hughes family.
She was a stay-at-home mom for many years and went back into the workforce from 1981 to 1996 at NADC, Warminster and Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, Willow Grove, retiring in 1996 as a Civilian Contracts Specialist.
After she retired she traveled many different places throughout the United States with her daughters, painted watercolors for many years and loved and cared for all her granddogs.
A private chapel service will be held at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA on Saturday, January 20, 2024.
Victoria Matkowski of Blue Bell, Pa passed on January 7th in her home with family by her side. Victoria was 100 years old. She was born in the Ukraine to Nestor and Maria Bilinski. Victoria is predeceased by her husband Joseph, brothers Emil, John, Joseph, sister Hanusia and her son, Alex. Victoria spent most of her early life in a Ukraine village…. Mochnaty which is located in the Carpathian Mountains 150 miles southwest of Lviv. She survived the ravages of World War II along with her parents and brother. Emil. After the war the family moved to southeastern Poland and married Joseph. They had 2 children Joseph followed by John. The family emigrated to the United States in 1961 as part of the family reunification program in effect at the end of the war and the efforts of her brothers John and Joseph who were born and lived in the US. Victoria worked many jobs as an immigrant with limited formal education and a language barrier. She overcame these obstacles to become a productive citizen. Victoria is survived by sons Joseph and spouse Ann, John, Grand Children: Andrea, Victoria, John and Veronica. Great Grand Children: Ava, Azalea, Logan, Emma and Hannah. Victoria will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, Grand Mother and Great Grand Mother as well as a great cook, hostess and friend to all who knew her. Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday January 13th at 11:30AM at Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery Chapel, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901 (Enter through cemetery gates by car. Continue on that road to the end and the cemetery chapel is on your left). Victoria’s Mass of Christian Burial is at 12:30PM, Internment will immediately follow in the Shrine Cemetery. Arrangement by Donahue Funeral, Flourtown, Pa (215) 348-9421
Anna (Nowak) Niziolek, 77, of Port Charlotte, FL, formerly of South Brunswick, NJ, passed away suddenly on December 27, 2023. Anna was the loving wife of Stanisław Niziolek. They met in Poland in May of 1967 and celebrated their 56th year wedding anniversary on July 29th, 2023.
Anna was born in Teodorówka, Poland on May 19, 1946, daughter of the late Jan Nowak and Zofia (Krowicka) Nowak. Anna came to the US on January 12, 1968, with her husband, Stanisław, and first settled in Elizabeth, NJ. In November of 1988, Stanisław and Anna began to own and operate a motel and restaurant until her retirement in 2020.
Anna was a compassionate spirit who was devoted in faith and family. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and simple demeanor, her laugh put warmth in others hearts. From her abundant gardens full of flowers and fresh herbs, the warming smell of homemade Polish food simmering on the stovetop, Anna created a welcoming home that was always open to all family and friends. Anna’s grandchildren were the joy of her life and she loved them unconditionally. She always encouraged each of us to be the best version of ourselves.
Anna leaves behind a legacy of love and hard work. She will be deeply missed by her loving husband: Stanisław of Port Charlotte, FL, her children: Urszula Garback and her husband John of South Brunswick, NJ, Elizabeth Szulc and her husband Jarosław of Port Charlotte, FL, Robert Niziolek and his wife Jessica of Cranbury, NJ. She was the loving grandma to Jesse and his wife Rebecca, Julianne, Jonathan, Natalia, Olivia, Alexander, Ava, Vivienne and loving great-grandma to Zofia. Anna is lovingly remembered by her brother Marion Nowak and sisters Antonina Futyma, Janina Jawor, andStanisława Frilej, and proceeded in death by her brother Stanisław Nowak and sister Krystyna Rozenbajgier.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Anna’s viewing Friday, January 5, 2024 at 10:00am at the Schaffe-Myers Funeral Home, 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA 19002. A funeral procession will depart from the funeral home precisely at 12 pm noon to Anna’s Mass of /Christian burial at 1:00pm at Our lady of Czestochowa Cemetery Chapel, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901. Enter through the cemetery gates, follow the road to the end and the cemetery chapel (red) is on your left. Please direct all questions to the Donahue Funeral Home at 215-348-9421.
Elaine S. Jocelyn, long time resident of Bucks County, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on December 21st, 2023.
Elaine was the devoted wife of the late Rodney Jocelyn with whom she shared 50 years of marriage.
Born in 1924, Elaine grew up in Rumson, NJ. She attended convent boarding schools in Pennsylvania and abroad, graduating from Westover School in Middlebury, CT in 1942.
Her love of classical music drew her to the Mannes School of Music in Manhattan, where she studied under renown pianist Olga Stroumillo.
In 1946 she obtained her Private Pilots license which eventually led to a new chapter in her life as wife of International Aerobatics Champion and later Pan Am pilot, Rod Jocelyn, and as mother of Robin (deceased) and Elizabeth. The family settled in Upper Bucks at a time when there were more dairy farms than people.
Later, in their retirement years, Elaine and Rod spent several winters in South Island, New Zealand – the mecca of fly fishing and a truly beautiful chapter in their shared memories.
Elaine was an active member of St. John the Baptist Parish in Ottsville, PA where she played the organ for many years, and more recently a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Buckingham.
She was also an early Apostolate member of Our Lady of Fatima Retreat Center in Bedminster. Those who knew her well will remember her “Fatima Brownies”.
Elaine’s dedication to her faith and her family was absolute and unmatched. Her care and concern for others touched many throughout her life, leaving a lasting legacy of compassion and kindness.
Elaine is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Katra, son-in-law Steve Katra, grandchildren Stephanie Katra Meyers and Bryan Katra, and great-grandchildren Gretchen and Ethan Meyers.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, December 29th from 10:30am to 12 (noon) at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA. followed by Elaine’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 (noon). Interment will immediately follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home 215-348-9421.
Emil Pagacz of Souderton PA passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Thursday, December 14th. He was 95.
Emil was born in Mokrzyska, Poland. He is the beloved son to the late Jozef Pagacz and Jozeta Banas-Pagacz.
Emil will be deeply missed by his loving wife Weronika Pagacz, daughter Urszula, his cherished grandchildren: Maciej, Natalia and Maya, and his adored great-grandchildren Evy, Blake, Maddie and Kaden.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 11:30am at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 at the Cemetery Chapel, (travel through the cemetery gates in your car to the end of the road and the cemetery chapel is on your left). Emil Mass of Christian burial is at 12:30pm followed by his interment in the Shrine Columbarium.
Marie N. Dorcelian passed away at Overlook Medical Center in Summit NJ on November 28th, 2023. She was 57.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 in the St. Anne’s Chapel at 9:00am with Marie’s Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30am. Follow the St. Anne Chapel signs when turning off of Ferry Road and entering the Shrine Grounds. If you have passed through the cemetery gates you have gone too far
RAYMOND E. PURSELL SR. of Upper Black Eddy, PA passed away on November 27th at Doylestown Hospital. He was 95.
Raymond is the beloved husband of 34 years to Nadine Merkel Pursell. He will be missed deeply by all who knew him. Interment will be private. ______________________________________________________________________________
John Anthony Knauf, 63, of Chesterbrook, PA passed away peacefully on November 5th, 2023 at Harborview Nursing Home due to complications of his condition.
John was born in Philadelphia, PA on November 5th, 1960 to the late Vincent and Theresa Knauf. He graduated from Souderton High School and soon after started his own company, Knauf Drywall, which he did for 30 years.
John is survived by his beloved wife of 10 years, June Knauf, two sons, Justin (Christie) Knauf of Pottstown, PA, and Nicholas (Kelly) Knauf of Norristown, PA; two daughters, Rachel (Troy) Moyer of Tamaqua, PA and Natanya Knauf of Harleysville, PA; two stepdaughters, Meryl (Joseph) Malosh of Ambler, PA and Emily Sangmeister of Mesa, AZ; two granddaughters, MacKenzie Moyer and Zaina Kramme; a grandson, Nolan Moyer and a step-grandson William Malosh. He is also survived by two brothers, Joseph Knauf and Robert (Amy) Knauf and a sister, Theresa (Scott) Shade, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Vincent Knauf and Kevin Knauf as well as his parents.
John will always be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He loved cooking and entertaining family and friends. John was an avid hunter and fisherman and also loved music and movies. He was especially fond of the Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, Bill Murray and Mel Brooks.
John will be loved and missed by many.
Pamela S. Landes of Doylestown PA passed away peacefully with family by her side on Friday, October 27, 2023. Relatives and Friends are invited to Pam’s Graveside service at Whitemarsh Memorial Park, 1169 Limekiln Pike, Ambler PA 19002 on Thursday, November 9th, 2023 at 10:00am. Relatives and friends are invited back to Doylestown Mennonite Church, 590 N. Borad Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 at 11:30am for Pam’s Memorial Service.
Rosalbina Ramirez Monroy of Doylestown Pennsylvania passed away on October 21, 2023 at Doylestown Hospital.
Rosalbina funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at the funeral home located at 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002 from 10:30am to 11:30am followed by her interment at the Fountainville Cemetery in Doylestown PA.
Richard Kondratowski, of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania passed away at age 91 on October 19, 2023 after a brief illness.
Richard was born in Poland, and later immigrated to the United States as a young doctor of medicine. He practiced otolaryngology for many years focusing on serving the Polish community in Philadelphia. He loved to travel and enjoyed spending time in Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Richard is survived by his daughter Victoria and grandchildren Alex and Emily. He was preceded in death by his wife Anne.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 27, 2023 at 12:30 p.m at The National Shrine of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, Pennsylvania in the Cemetery Chapel. Travel through the cemetery gates to the end of the road and the Chapel is on your left.
Thomas Anthony Glick 73, of Upper Black Eddy, Pa passed away peacefully on October 10th, 2023 at Chestnut Hill Hospital. Tom was born in Doylestown, Pa on January 16th, 1950 to the late Henry and Barbara Glick. He graduated from Palisades High School in 1967. Shortly after graduation he enlisted in the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. After his service he returned home and worked for Sylvan Pools for 40 years. He especially loved spending time with his family and friends at picnics, parties, and reunions. He was an avid gardener, a hard worker, loved hunting and fishing, and most of all loved restoring old cars.
Tom is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years Sharon Glick and their son Benjamin Glick and his wife Ashley of Kintnersville, his brother James Glick and his wife Debbie of Upper Black Eddy, his sister Maryanne and her husband David Walter of Kintnersville, his brother in-law Richard Kershaw of Ferndale, as well as many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his sister Kathleen Kershaw (Glick) and his brother David Glick. Tom will always be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 10:00 am at St John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road. Ottsville, Pa 18942 followed by Tom’s Mass of Christian burial at 10:30am. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Veterans Association.
Gerald J. Petritsch, age 97 of Kintnersville PA, died Tuesday, September 12, 2023 in the privacy of his own home, surrounded by his loved ones. He was the Husband of the late of Elizabeth J. Petritsch.
Born in Mahanoy City PA, he was the Son of the late Henry and Catherine Petritsch. He was of the Catholic Faith and a devout member of St. John the Baptist Church in Ottsville.
He is survived by his Daughter, Geraldine M., wife of Victor J. Petrei of Quakertown PA; Granddaughters, Kimberlie Petrei of Furlong PA and Michele Holland, wife of Greg Holland of Emmaus PA and Great Grandchildren Joseph Gartner and Emily Holland.
An intimate Funeral Service and Mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (old Church located near the Church’s Cemetery), Haycock Township PA at 11am. The family will be at the church at 10:30am to greet attendees.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to The Lord’s Pantry, St John the Baptist, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville.
Anna Marie (Anna Mae) Chmielewski, 88, of Bensalem, entered God’s Eternal Care on September 8, 2023. She was born and raised in the Bridesburg section of Philadelphia to the late Michael and Anna Majka. She was the loving wife of the late Frank J. Chmielewski.
Anna Mae graduated from Little Flower Catholic High School. After marrying in 1955 and moving to Bensalem, she and Frank owned and operated “Frank’s Home Equipment and Appliances.“ She also worked in the Attendance Office of the Bensalem High School and the Clover Department Store in Feasterville. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Roman Catholic Church, volunteering in its school, and an officer of the Cornwells Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary.
She is survived by her children, Francis M. Chmielewski (Soo Jin) of North Wales, PA, and Anne Marie Wypijewski (Paul) of Gettysburg, PA; two grandchildren, Alexander Wypijewski and Matthew Chmielewski. She is preceded in death by three brothers, John, Frank, and Michael Majka.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 AM on Friday, September 15, 2023, at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901 at the Barn Chapel. Enter the cemetery gates and travel to the end of the road, the chapel is on your left. Rev. Philip Forlano, Pastor of St. Charles Borromeo, will be officiating. Burial will immediately follow the mass on cemetery grounds. The family would prefer that contributions be made in Anna Mae‘s memory to Our Lady of Czestochowa National Shrine, PO Box 2049, Doylestown, PA 18901. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home 215-348-5421.
In Loving Memory (Polish and English Version) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tadeusz Wojtal on September 5, 2023, at age 86, after a courageous battle with cancer. He passed away peacefully at his home. He will be greatly missed by his beloved wife of 60 years, Helena, his children, Leszek and Kasia (Martin) and grandchildren, David, Paulina, Filip and Karolina. He will be always lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews in Poland (Jola, Ewa, Hania, Marta, Andrzej, Zbyszek, Janusz, Olga), Sweden (Dorota) and Canada (Basia) among them his goddaughter, Olga Szklarz. He will be always remembered by all of us as a kind, generous, hardworking, always willing to help without making fuss about it and very devoted to his family kind of a guy. He impacted many people without even knowing with his strong character, work ethics and stoic mentality that always let him to work harder, maintain calmness in the face of storms, never despair and also never jump for joy as he took all the extreme emotions with a grain of salt. These qualities are what we all liked about him the most as it gave us a sense of security and strength as well as an opportunity to reflect without judgment. Tadeusz was an active and valuable member of the Polish Army Veterans Association since 2003, brunch 114 in Toronto, Canada. He was predeceased by his parents, Emilia (Dudkowska) and Felix Wojtal and his older brother Kazimierz and nephew, Tomasz. May he rest in eternal peace
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, September 9th 2023 at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine in Doylestown PA at 10:00am. Family will receive relatives and friends at 9:30am.
Z głębokim żalem zawiadamiamy, że w dniu 5-go września 2023 roku, w wieku 86 lat zmarł Tadeusz Wojtal. Po dzielnej walce z rakiem, odszedł do domu Pana we własnym domu, w bliskości rodziny i po otrzymaniu sakramentu namaszczenia chorych. W głębkoim żalu pozostawił żonę, Helenę (od 60 lat), dzieci, Leszka i Katarzynę (Marcina) oraz wnuki, Davida, Paulinę, Filipa i Karolinę oraz bratanice, siostrzeńców i siostrzenice, tak w Polsce jak i w Kanadzie i w Szwecji. Pozostanie na zawsze w pamięci nas wszystkich jako kochający, odpowiedzialny, szczery, pomocny i oddany rodzinie czlowiek, od którego zawsze promieniował pokój i determinacja. Był człowiekim małomównym ale jego czyny były wymowne i przemawiały głośniej niż same słowa. Od 2003 roku był aktywnym członkiem Stowarzyszenia Armii Polskiej w Ameryce, oddział 114, Toronto, Canada. Ostatnie 7 lat życia spędził opiekując się chorą żoną. Przed nim na wieczny spoczynek odeszli jego rodzice, Emilia i Felix oraz starszy brat Kazimierz i bratanek, Tomasz. Niech odpoczywa w pokoju wiecznym.
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Romuald Fior of Oakhurst, NJ passed away with his loving family by his side on July 20, 2023 at HMH Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune, NJ. He is the loving son to the late Stanislaw and Stefania Fior (Horak). Romuald was born in Nysa, Poland on February 6, 1954. He is survived by his loving wife Aleksandra Fior of 46 years. Together, they have two wonderful children: Gregory Fior (Anna Bartelmus) of Atlanta, GA and Joanna Sepe (Craig) of West Caldwell, NJ. Romuald’s grandchildren: Jaclyn Sepe and Gabriella Sepe were the loves of his life.
He is also survived by his sister Halina Tudos (Csaba) of Hanover Park, IL and his loving nephews Marcin Tudos (Sylwia) and their two children as well as Krystian and Zoltan Tudos. He is also survived by many relatives in Poland, including his mother in law, Ludwika Poplawska, sisters in law Barbara Kruzynska (Janusz), Malgorzata Strama (Andrzej) and seven nieces and nephews, Michal (Malgorzata), Magdalena, Dorota (Ireneusz), Agnieszka (Arek), Malwina (Pawel), Tomasz (Joanna) and Adam along with their seven children and several cousins.
As a young entrepreneur living in Poland, Romuald worked in banking. In 1992, he emigrated to the US to offer his children a whole new world of opportunity and worked tirelessly to make sure his family was loved and provided for. In the US, most of his working years were spent as an upholstery artisan at GAR Products in Lakewood, NJ. He retired in November 2020.
Romuald was a man of deep Catholic faith and devoted to his wife Aleksandra. He enjoyed the outdoors including gardening, walking on the boardwalk and pushing his beloved granddaughters on the swings in the backyard. He also enjoyed completing 1000+ piece puzzles, putting together family photo albums, building Legos with his granddaughters, and watching his home country Poland compete in soccer, tennis and skiing.
Romuald will be remembered as a wonderful man with a great sense of humor, radiating positive energy whenever he entered a room. He had the patience of a saint and never raised his voice and was always willing to lend a hand to all. He will be greatly missed by his friends and family.
The Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, July 29th, 2023 at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 from 11:30am to 12:30pm (when entering the grounds, follow the cemetery signs, drive through the gates the end of the road and the chapel is on your left). Romuald’s Mass of Christian Burial is at 12:30pm. Interment will immediately follow in the Shrine Cemetery. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
William (Bill) Saxton III of Ottsville, PA passed peacefully on July 5th, 2023, in the loving arms of his family.
Bill is the beloved son to the late William J. Saxton II and Anne L Roth. Bill was born in Elizabeth, NJ.
Bill is the beloved husband of 40 years to his loving wife, Lisa Saxton nee: Barber. Together they had three children. Jaimi (Bryan) Yost, Bill (Kian) Saxton and Tyler (Deena) Saxton.
Bill is predeceased in death by his sister Barbara Saxton. He is survived by his brothers and sisters: Debbie Dunn and the late Jim Dunn. Tom (Terri) Saxton, Rick Saxton and Patti (Rich) Sando as well as several nieces and nephews. Bill, “Poppy” had three grandchildren and a grandson on the way. Amelia Yost, Keegan Yost, William Saxton V (Liam).
Bill and Lisa enjoyed retirement and their wonderful vacations together. Bill was a family man with a heart of gold. His heart and soul were his grandchildren. He enjoyed the outdoors as a hunter, fisherman and working in his gardens. He bled green and was a die-hard Eagles Fan.
Bill served in the Marine Corps for three years as well as served as Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus for three years (Father Stomel Council #4545). Friends will always remember Bill for his desire to help others unconditionally and his volunteering at St. John the Baptist Church in Ottsville.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing on Friday evening, July 14th from 6pm to 8pm at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA. Relatives and Friends are also invited on Saturday morning, July 15th at 9:30am to 10:45am followed by Bill’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment will immediately follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers the family request contributions be made to St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville PA or Fox Chase Cancer Center, Office of Institutional Advancement, 333 Cottman Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19111 in Memory of Bill. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA 215-348-9421.
Joann McColgan of Warrington, PA passed away peacefully on June 8, 2023. She was 79.
Joann was born and raised in South Philadelphia. She spent most of her adult life in Warrington after she married and started her family. She is preceded in death by her significant other Vince Radice, her father, Joseph Carpino, her mother Edith Carpino, and her sister Linda Carpino.
Joann graduated from St. Maria Goretti Catholic High School and the Bucks County Community College School of Nursing. She spent her working career as both an R.N. and nanny. She was heavily involved in her parish church, St Robert’s, for many years as a lector and general contributor. She enjoyed spending time with her family and was very proud of her children and granddaughter. She is survived by her son, Jim McColgan, his wife Jenna and her granddaughter Nora of New Britain, PA and her daughter Jennifer Arnold and husband Joe Arnold of Union Dale, PA.
A mass of Christian burial will be said at St Vincent De Paul parish in Richboro, PA on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 11:00 am. Viewing will be at the same location beginning at 10:00 am. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park in Southampton, PA to follow the mass.
Mary E. deMarteleire (nee Kluth), age 95, of Doylestown, PA, passed away on May 22, 2023 from congestive heart failure. She was predeceased by her husband Vincent deMarteleire (1977), her son William deMarteleire (2021), brothers George, Frank, Richard and William Kluth and sister Margaret (Sister Donna Marie, IHM). She left behind daughter Margaret deMarteleire and her husband Michael Bomstein, son Vincent deMarteleire and his wife Ruth (Boggs) deMarteleire, eleven grandchildren and somewhere in the neighborhood of 12 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held in her honor at a time to be announced. Arrangements by the Donahue Funeral Home, 215-429-4964
Mary M. Martin of Upper Black Eddy, PA passed peacefully on November 26, 2022 at Phoebe Health Care Center in Richland PA at the age of 92. Mary’s place of birth was Frenchtown, New Jersey. She is the beloved daughter of the late James P. and Cecelia nee: O’Donnell Gallo. Mary was born and raised in Upper Black Eddy, PA.
Mary is the beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Martin who passed away on August 11, 1995. Mary is the beloved mother of Charles Martin and Thomas Jr.
She is the beloved sister of the late James, Edward, Lawrence, Joseph, Eugene, Rose, Kate and Ginny.
Mary is the beloved grandmother of Charles, Katie, Kellie, Amanda, Thomas III and she is the Great Grandmother to many cherished Great Grandchildren.
Mary was an avid bingo player and enjoyed trips to Atlantic City Casino and Bethlehem Sands Casino.
Mary was a member of Upper Bucks Senior Group and a former member of Upper Black Eddy Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary
Relatives, friends and members are invited to Mary’s graveside service on Friday, May 5th, 2023 at 11:00am at Milford Union Cemetery, on the corner of 519 and 105 County Road, Milford New Jersey 08848 (908) 752-2685. Arrangements by: Donahue Funeral Home, www.donahuefuneral.com
Barbara “Basia” Kaminski was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left this world peacefully with family by her side on Monday, April 3, 2023, at age 70.
She was born in Chmielnik, Poland, to Stefan and Stanislawa Stachowicz on August 27, 1952. Barbara loved spending time in the kitchen, creating delicious meals for her family, and she enjoyed gardening.
Barbara is survived by her beloved husband, Marian Kaminski. Together they would have celebrated 54 years of marriage this June. They have two loving daughters: Angela Weiser (spouse David Weiser Jr.) of Doylestown Township, PA, and Yvonne Morris (spouse Joseph Morris) from Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Barbara is the beloved sister of two brothers, Edward Stachowicz of Blakeslee, PA, and Bogdan Stachowicz of Albrightsville, PA.
Barbara is survived by four grandchildren: Nicole Carbone (spouse Anthony Carbone) of Warminster PA, Karolina Morris of Port St. Lucie Florida, Jonathan Morris of Port St. Lucie, Florida and David Weiser III of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
The family will receive relatives and friends at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine Cemetery Chapel, located at 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901, on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 11:30 am. Funeral mass is scheduled for 12:30 pm, followed by Barbara’s Christian burial. (Travel through the cemetery gates to the end of the road, and the chapel is on your left.)
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine on her behalf. Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Rose R. Militti passed away peacefully on March 27, 2023, at her home at the age of 90.
Rose’s place of birth is the Nicetown Section of Philadelphia. She is the beloved daughter of the late Vincent and Anna S. DeBlasis (nee Saldutti).
Rose graduated from Philadelphia Girls High School.
Rose was preceded in death by the Love of her life, the late John D. Militti They married in 1953 celebrating 40 years of Marriage, making the Tacony section of Philadelphia their home in 1953 to present.
Rose is the beloved sister of the late Vincent R. DeBlasis and the beloved sister-in-law of the late Anna May DeBlasis.
She is the beloved cousin of the late William (Billy) Saldutti and many other beloved cousins.
She is the beloved best friend since the age of 7 of the late Dorothy Linton.
Rose is the beloved aunt to Robert, Gary, Vincent and spouse Joanne, Lori and Spouse Joe and Nicholas and spouse Chrissy.
Rose is the beloved great aunt of Dallas, Nicky, Christopher, Nicholas, Robert, Aubrey, Michael, and the beloved late Vincent M. DeBlasis and many more fond family members.
Rose will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 10:00am at Our Lady of Consolation Church (Tacony section of Philadelphia) 7056 Tulip Street, Philadelphia, PA followed by Rose’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am.
Entombment Calvary Cemetery 2398 West Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill NJ 08002
In Lieu of flowers, prayers and fond memories of their beloved Rose are requested. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home 215-348-9421.
Albert Pierro:
Our beloved father, Albert Pierro, born November 28th 1942 passed away on March 22nd, at age 80 with his loving family by his side. Albert was recently predeceased by his beloved wife Christine, to whom he was married for 59 years.
Albert is survived by his daughters, Debbie, married to Garry and their three children Ryan, Travis and Anthony and daughter Donna, married to Christopher and their children Charles and Bailey.
Albert enjoyed his tv shows filled with action, a good cigar, playing with his dog Toby and of course spending time with his five beautiful grandchildren.
Albert is predeceased by his two sister-in-laws Cathy and Rose.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, March 30th, 2023 at the Donahue Funeral Home hosted by Schaeff Myers Funeral Home located at 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002 from 10:00am – 11:00am followed by Albert’s Mass of Christian burial at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901 at 12:30pm in the Cemetery Chapel. Travel in your car through the cemetery gates to the end of the road. The cemetery chapel is on the left. Interment will immediately follow the Mass. Donahue Funeral Home 215-348-9421.
Janet E. Lenegan of Fountainville Pa; formerly of Whiting, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at Doylestown Hospital while in Hospice Care on March 11, 2023.
Janet was born on August 6, 1930 in Trenton, New Jersey. Janet was preceded in death by her husband James E. Lenegan. She is survived by her three children; Joseph B. Rivetti Jr. of Levittown, PA, Sandra Selby of Fountainville, PA and Lisa Wilson of Doylestown, PA.
Janet will be greatly missed by her ten grandchildren: Tara, Nicole, Joseph (Joey), Lisa, Amy, Bonny, Christina, Harry IV, Deborah (Debbie) and Daniel (Danny). She is the beloved great grandmother of thirteen Great Grand Children: Livia, Madison, Hunter, Julianna, Max, Declan, Brandon, Aiden, Mia, Skyler, Layla, Charles Jr (Charlie), and Evelan (Evie).
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, March 16, 2023 from 9am to 11am at Lighthouse Baptist church, 2622 Durham Road, Buckingham, PA 18912. Interment will immediately follow at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Province Line Road, Wrightstown, NJ 08562. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Harriet F. Hood passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 4, 2023 with her loving family by her side. On February 25th she celebrated her 93rd birthday. Formally of Northeast Philadelphia, she was the daughter to the late Harry and Grace Mussleman Grenell. Harriet married the love of her life, the late James Hood on March 9, 1945. Together they shared a wonderful marriage of 74 years.
While raising three children, Harriet still found time to be a demonstrator at the grocery store and then went on to be a cashier with A&P/Superfresh for 30 years!
Harriet was a devout Roman Catholic and also as devoted to her family. Harriet enjoyed cooking homemade meals and baking. She was famous for her jewish apple cake! Some of her other favorite activities included going to the movies and playing cards with friends. She was very adventurous and loved to travel.
Harriet will be missed by her three children, James A. (the late Catherine) of Pipersville, PA; Daniel W.(Oriana) of Bethlehem, PA and Gwendolyn (Michael) Mitchell of Inverness, FL. She also was loved by her seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942 from 10:30am to 11:30am followed by Harriet’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30am. Interment will immediately follow at St John the Baptist Cemetery.
James Patrick Murphy
James (Jim) Patrick Murphy of Kintnersville, PA died peacefully in his home with family by his side on Saturday March 4, 2023. He was 78 years old.
He was preceded in death by his wife Clare Jane Murphy and is survived by his children Brian Murphy of Kintnersville PA, Colleen Tabacheck (the late Daniel) of Cheswick, PA and Grandsons August and Ryder Tabacheck of Cheswick, PA.
Jim was born in Philadelphia, PA and was the beloved son to the late Timothy Murphy and the late Anna (Reitz) Murphy. He was also brother to the late Timothy Murphy (Sandra), the late MaryAnn (Late John) and the late Marion Lauther (late James).
Jim graduated from Bishop Egan Catholic High School where he played Football and Baseball. After graduation Jim was a Navy Seabee serving in the Vietnam war. Once home he joined the Philadelphia Carpenter’s Union Local 1856, where he worked as a carpenter until retirement.
Jim was active with the local Legion in Quakertown, PA and the Philadelphia DAV (Disabled American Veterans) where he served several years as president.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with his family and taking vacations with his Grandsons.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, March 13, 2023 at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA from 11:00AM to 12:00PM followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 Noon. Interment will be at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Road, Newtown, PA 18940 on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 10:45AM. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Daniela Wojcik, on February 23, 2023.
Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Aunt.
Daniela was a member of the TK Club, Polish National Alliance, The Kosciuszko Foundation and The Siberian Survivors Club.
As a 9 year old child Daniela was deported from her hometown in Poland with her younger sister and her parents, Kazimir and Eugenia Klimczak. Together, they started an over decade long journey of survival during WWII.
Once in the United States, Daniela took the trouble to help others. In addition to raising children and working outside the home, she brought and sponsored Poles to the United States who wanted to leave the People’s Republic of Poland. Dozens of Poles passed through her home. Always kind, obliging and cordial, Daniela took them under her roof, fed them, sought employment for them, helped them settle in. She was a good spirit of American Polonia in Pennsylvania. As a result of this work Daniela received a Philadelphia Humanitarian Award.
Her family and loved ones will miss her cheerful face, her warm attentive look, her kindness to the world. She will always be in our memories and in our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Daniela Wojcik’s memory would be appreciated to:
Family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901 from 11:30am to 12:30pm in the Cemetery Chapel followed by Daniela’s Mass of Christian Burial at the Cemetery Chapel. Travel in your car through the Shrine cemetery gates to the end of the road and the Cemetery Chapel is on your left.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Jean Everts passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023 at Doylestown Hospital. Jean was born in Brooklyn, NY, on January 12, 1932 to Anna & Antonio Anziano. Jean graduated from Franklin K. Lane H.S. in Brooklyn, where she met the love of her life, John Everts, who she married in 1951; they were married for 45 years until he passed away. Jean spent her career working for the NYC Board of Education. She loved her job, through which she helped teachers & students alike.
Jean loved her life, and her family was always her number one priority. Jean is beloved Mother to John Everts, Joyce & Paul Milione, Maria & Michael La Fiura, and Anthony & Valerie Everts; beloved Grandmother to Christine La Fiura Beim, Charles La Fiura, Christopher Milione, Cara Milione, and A.J. Everts & Allison Everts; and beloved GG (Great Grandmother) to Leah, Natalie & Celia.
Jean is survived by her brother, Salvatore Anziano, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Jean was a talented cook. She did most of her cooking in a humble galley kitchen on Staten Island, but she was fond of saying that many a huge meal came from that tiny kitchen. Over the course of her life, she perfected her famous spaghetti & meatballs and eggplant parmesan, scores of family members tried to replicate these dishes, but no one succeeded at cooking them quite like her.
Jean was also a long-time parishioner of St. Patrick’s Church on Staten Island, NY, where her lifelong love of music led her to sing in the choir. Upon her passing, she was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel church in Doylestown, PA.
Should family & friends desire, Memorial contributions may be sent to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 53 St. Patrick’s Place, Staten Island, NY 10306
Immediately after Mass Jean will be entombed at Moravian Cemetery, 2205 Richmond Rd., Staten Island, N.Y. 10306
Patricia Ann Sellers passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in Norristown, Pennsylvania at the age of 75. Patricia was formerly from West Chester, Pennsylvania where she resided for most of her life.
Patricia was born at Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital in Darby, Pennsylvania. She was the beloved daughter of Thomas Bergen and Doris Martinsen DeHaas. Patricia grew up in Holmes, Pennsylvania and attended Ridley High School, graduating in 1965. She then went on to earn her bachelor’s degree at Gwynedd Mercy. She was a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and spent the majority of her career employed at Paoli Memorial Hospital.
Patricia was the beloved mother of Donald Gerrrod Sellers of West Chester, (Joanne Sellers) and Merri Sellers Gardner of Exton (Owen Gardner). Beloved sister of Chris Campbell of Norristown, Donna Bartenback of Folsom, Joy Lapastata of Williamstown, New Jersey, and Bonnie Bergen-Borda of Downingtown. She is survived by five grandchildren: Hazel Brooks Gardner (19), Ryan Gerald Sellers (17), Brett Sellers Gardner (17), Anne Elizabeth Sellers (15), and Grace Anne Sellers (13).
Patricia enjoyed opera, politics, sailing, knitting. She was game for all of life’s endeavors. She rescued multiple animals throughout her life.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at Saint Phillip and James Church, 723 East Lincoln Highway in Exton PA 19341 at 10:30am followed by Patricia’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment will be private.
The family would prefer contributions sent to the Brandywine Valley SPCA located at 1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA 19380.
Nancy Lee Rossiter, 84, passed on January 20, 2023 suddenly at her home in Horsham, PA. Nancy was raised in Pleasantville NJ and graduated from Holy Spirit High School, Atlantic City, NJ in 1955. After graduation she worked in an area bank and the Prudential Office in Linwood, NJ. When Prudential offered a transfer, Nancy relocated to the Horsham office where she remained 40+ years. Starting as a mail clerk, she concluded her career as an Information Specialist. As an active member of PERA she coordinated many athletic and social activities for the employees. Nancy was a member of the Prudential retirees’ group.
An avid traveler, Nancy visited Germany and Hawaii. A five-week cross country trip driving a camper, plus additional cross-country trips for family weddings followed. During the 2006 – 2007 hockey season she traveled throughout the United Sates attending a home game for each NHL team. Diminished eye-sight as a result of Macular Degeneration Disease curbed her “travelling bug” Hoping to assist others she participated in a year-long study at Wills Eye Hospital on the impact of MD.
Retirement provided time for Nancy to research her Rossiter ancestors and share that knowledge with family members. Starting with a handwritten note from her grandmother, the family tree grew to more than 2000 spanning seven generations. Membership in a local genealogy club provided Nancy an opportunity to share and learn researching tools.
A favorite annual event was a retreat at the Dominican Retreat House in Elkins Park. Friendships formed there continue to this day,
Predeceased by her parents Mildred (Pierce), John Rossiter and Anne Steeb Rossiter, sisters Mary Rossiter and Joan Steeb Hudson she is survived by Mildred Rossiter, RSM, Ann (Steeb) Keys (Bob), Eugene Steeb (Gerry), Ken Hudson, aunt Jeanne (Alfred) Pierce, countless cousins and many friends.
In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the Saint Catherine Food Pantry or a charity of your choice.
Nancy’s funeral is planned for Wednesday, February 1 at Saint Catherine of Sienna Church, Horsham with visitation from 10:00 – 11:00 followed by a funeral liturgy at 11:00. Burial will be private.
The funeral arrangements are under the care of the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA
Douglas Edward Davis passed away peacefully in Doylestown, Pennsylvania on January 18, 2023. He was 57 years old.
Douglas was born in Abington, Pennsylvania to Diane Marie Davis (Heller) and Robert Edward Davis, Sr. Douglas is preceded in death by his sister, Theresa Marie Maloney (Davis) and Michael Lewis Davis. Doug is survived by his brother Robert Edward Davis, Jr. his sister Carol Lee Davis, his son Zachary Davis and his two grandsons, Gavin and Elias.
Douglas was a kind and caring person who was always willing to help those in need. Douglas’ selflessness and generosity were the foundation of his character.
A memorial service will be held at the Solebury Friends Meeting (2680 Sugan Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania) on Saturday, March 25, 2023, beginning at 11:30 AM.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, www.donahuefuneral.com .
It is with a heavy heart that we write to inform you of the passing of Christine Pierro who died on January 24th with her loving family by her side. Below you will find service details.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, January 28th 2023 at the funeral home located at 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA 19002 from 10:30 am to 11:30am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901 at 12:30pm in the Cemetery Chapel. Travel in your car through the cemetery gates to the end of the road and the cemetery chapel is on the left. Internment will immediately follow the Mass at the shrine cemetery.
Charles Anthony Oesterle III was born on July 22nd, 1942 and passed away peacefully on January 14th, 2023. He is survived by his wife Geraldine Oesterle of 50 years, his adoring children, and his many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Charles graduated from La Salle University in 1966 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He went on to build a successful career in Accounting and retired in 2012.
Charlie had many hobbies and a keen sense of humor. He was a huge Philadelphia sports fan and loved baseball. He enjoyed taking his grandchildren to games at Veteran’s Stadium, Citizen’s Bank Park, and even coached them in the summer. He became known as “Grandpa Charlie” and “Grandpa C” to the local young ball players on the team and in the league for many years. He always had his baseball bag with him in the trunk of his car, with extra gloves, bats, balls, and even bases – ready to play a game in a moment’s notice. He was known for knowledge of the game and repeating classic quotes “See the ball, hit the ball” and “Hit ’em where they ain’t.” And if he wasn’t coaching, he was in the stands cheering his grandchildren on and supporting them.
Grandpa Charlie was also a huge Trekkie (big Star Trek fan). He owned several pieces of Star Trek memorabilia, including a phaser (always set to stun!). He would take his grandchildren to the new Star Trek movies wearing his captain’s shirt and movie props, which made for a memorable experience. He also made time to see the newest Harry Potter and Star Wars with his grandchildren, too – these were traditions he kept going.
Charlie also had an interest in Ham Radio, which made his car unmistakable with his seemingly 10 foot antennas on the roof. He regularly communicated with folks in England and since he and Gerrie lived in Nottingham, PA, it made sense that his call sign was Robin Hood and her’s was Maid Marian.
Charlie had such an infectious sense of humor and was always cracking jokes and raising spirits. He also bonded strongly with the family puggle named, “Pudge.” Over the years, the two of them would become attached at hip – even sharing meals together.
Charles’ impact on his family and those around him will not be forgotten. He will be missed.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, January 27, 2023 from 10:00am to 11:00am at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Road, Southampton, PA 18966 followed by Charles’ Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Internment will immediately follow at Hillside Cemetery, Abington PA. Arrangements by www.donahuefuneral.com 215-348-9421.
John Joseph “JJ” Manning of Quakertown passed into eternal life on January 1, 2023, age 65. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on July 4, 1957 to Charles and Dorothy Haydt Manning. He grew up in Glenside before moving to Ottsville and later to Quakertown.
John never met a stranger. He loved dancing, oldies music, and the beach. He was an avid Phillies fan. He participated in the Special Olympics events of swimming, bowling, weightlifting, and softball. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Church and the Fatima House Family. John worked at BARC workshop and Modern Concrete.
John is survived by his loving sister and caregiver Maryanne Comly, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers William and Charles.
He touched many lives with his friendly spirit. His family is grateful for the care provided to John by the staff of LifePath.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, January 9th, 2023 at 11:00AM at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA followed by John’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12 Noon. Interment will immediately follow the Mass. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations in John’s Memory to Fatima House Retreat Center, P.O. Box 116, Bedminster, PA 18901 or the Special Olympics, 1133 19th Street NW, 12th Floor, Washington, DC 20036‐3604. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA 215-348-9421.
Christopher M. Krzos passed away on November 5th, 2022, at the age of 36.
Christopher was born in Levittown PA and is the beloved son of Krysia Piszczek-Krzos and Adam Krzos and he is the beloved brother of Kasandra Krzos.
Christopher is the beloved grandson of Alina Eclkel, Paul Eclkel, the late Jan Piszczek, Helena Stolarz-Krzos and the late Stanislaw Krzos. He will be deeply missed by his loving Aunts and Uncles and his eleven cousins.
Christopher lived in Levittown, PA, his entire life. He was a 2000 graduate of Queen of the Universe and Neshaminy graduate class of 2004.
When he was 5 years old, he was very happy when his baby sister Kasandra was born and liked to help take care of her and protect her and they were best friends. As a child, he was very sweet and loving.
During his years at Queen, he was part of the cub scouts, and would play basketball, baseball and soccer for the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO.)
As a child, his first language was Polish. Every Saturday, he would go to Language School. He perfected his language, and he was happy to grow and learn about his customs and culture. He participated in parades, festivals, picnics, and dancing. He also liked to listen to Polish music. He traveled to Poland many times, where he would spend time with his extended family and would travel with them on vacations throughout Poland.
Christopher loved the Flyers and Eagles and liked to watch all the games. He loved swimming and fishing and enjoyed going to concerts. He liked hard rock and Christian rock music. He also enjoyed reading about Christian musicians. He liked to collect baseball and hockey cards. He grew up playing Nintendo and was a gamer his whole life. He also enjoyed amusement parks.
He would do anything for his circle of friends and family, and he was loyal to them. He had a good, kind and big heart. He liked to joke a lot and he was hilarious.
After working for a few employers, Christopher decided to work for himself and started his own business. He loved working with tools and keeping very busy.
On Saturday, November 12, 2022, relatives, and friends are invited to a viewing at Queen of the Universe Church, 2443 Trenton Road, Levittown, PA 19056 at 10:00am followed by Christopher’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment: Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine Cemetery, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. Arrangements by: Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown 215-348-9421.
James Riling Clabby, 81, formerly of Westfield, NJ and Edgewater, MD, died peacefully at home on November 2nd in Washington Crossing, PA surrounded by his family. Jim was born in 1941 in Bridgeport, CT to James E. and Ruth K. (Riling) Clabby.
Raised in Orange, CT, Jim attended Amity Regional High School, where he excelled in football and baseball. He was voted All-State in football in 1958, the first ever lineman elected All-State from Amity. He was also the captain of the Amity baseball team, batting .450 in 1958 and .390 in 1959. Jim was inducted into the Amity High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2017. He went on to graduate from the University of Connecticut, where he was a member of ROTC and the Chi Phi fraternity.
Jim married Kathryn Mary McDermott, his high school sweetheart, in 1963, prior to being shipped off to Fort Benning for U.S. Army basic training and jump school. From Fort Benning, Jim and Kathy moved to Fort Polk, LA, where Jim was stationed and served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Army (Airborne) until 1966. Following discharge from the U.S. Army, Jim entered the Loop Course sales training program at Bethlehem Steel and moved to Bethlehem, PA. From there Jim was assigned to Bethlehem Steel’s Boston office, moving the family first to Randolph, MA and then to Norwell, MA.
In 1972, Jim moved the family to Westfield, NJ and began a 20 year career with Metal Litho Corp., where he was the Vice President of Sales. While with Metal Litho Jim traveled extensively, and there were not many parts of the country where he did not have a client and friend. Jim was an avid golfer and was a long-time member of Canoe Brook Country Club in Summit, NJ. He often spoke about how lucky he was to have played some of the best golf courses in the world. He enjoyed many days on the links, including golf trips to Ireland with his friends. He was also a lifetime member of Ballybunion Golf Club (County Kerry, Ireland).
Jim and his family were long-time, active members of Holy Trinity Parish in Westfield, NJ. Following the death of his beloved son, Kevin, in 1984 at age 15, Jim, Kathy, and their family became active volunteers with The Valerie Fund, advocating and raising funds to fight pediatric cancer.
In 1994 Jim and Kathy moved from Westfield, NJ to Edgewater, MD when Jim became the VP of Sales for Titan Steel. While in Edgewater, Jim enjoyed boating around Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay and all things U.S. Naval Academy. Jim and Kathy were ardent and proud supporters of the USNA, holding season tickets for Navy Football, attending countless Navy athletics games, and sponsoring USNA Midshipmen.
Upon retirement in 2005, Jim and Kathy moved closer to their family and settled in Bucks County, PA. A history buff, Jim was rarely seen without a history novel in his hands. In 2010 Jim wrote and published a book called The Indiana Wasp: The Jimmy Clabby Story, about his first cousin once removed who was a world champion boxer, holding the Welterweight Championship of the World in 1910. In his retirement Jim enjoyed traveling, lots of golf with his friends, spending time with his family, compiling extensive family genealogical records, and feeding the dogs under the table. He loved talking about sports, history, the steel business, and all the golf courses he played. Jim had an amazing ability to remember the holes and layout of nearly every golf course he played. He may not have recalled each score he shot, but he would fondly remember the partners he played with during his countless rounds.
Jim was a very proud, supportive husband, father, and grandfather. His seven grandchildren were his pride and joy. There was nothing “Pa” loved more than being around his grandchildren and attending their sporting events through youth, high school, and college levels. His presence will be greatly missed, but his life will be very fondly and lovingly remembered.
Jim was predeceased by his parents, James and Ruth Clabby, and his beloved son, Kevin Michael Clabby. He is survived by his caring spouse of 59 years Kathryn (McDermott) Clabby of Washington Crossing, PA, his daughter Kelly Kessler and her husband John of Westfield, NJ, his son James M. and his wife Sherley of Wall, NJ, his daughter Kathleen and her fiancé Laura Stangoni of Broomfield, CO, grandchildren Kevin Kessler (Golden, CO), Jack Kessler, Owen Kessler, and William Kessler (all of Westfield, NJ), Erin Clabby (John’s Island, SC), James B. Clabby and Kathryn M. Clabby (both of Wall, NJ). Jim is also survived by his sister, Janice Eggert of Asheville, NC, and many nieces, nephews, and in-laws of the McDermott family in CT and beyond.
A graveside service will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield, NJ at a later date followed by an Irish celebration of life. The family will notify loved ones in the future when the services are scheduled. For now, all are invited to raise a “Dewars on the rocks with a twist” in honor of Jim.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift to either The Culley Strong Foundation (P.O. Box 580, Manasquan, NJ 08736; www.theculleystrongfoundation.com) or Constellation Hospice (10125 Verree Road, Ste. 202, Philadelphia, PA 19116). Condolences may be sent online by visiting www.joinobit.com. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Jozef Edward Skuriat of Mountain Top, PA, passed away suddenly on October 30, 2022, after a six-month long battle from cancer treatment complications, he was 73 years old. Jozef was born in Sanok, Poland to the late Waclaw Skuriat and Jadwiga Michenka-Skuriat. He graduated from Medyczna Szkola Zawodowa Tehnikow Elektroradiologii in Poland. He served 2 years in the Polish Army then served in the Polish reserves for 12 years.
In 1973, Jozef married the love of his life, Teresa Bilik-Skuriat. Together they had two loving children: Katarzyna (Kate) Skuriat-Hanney, husband Chris of Rochester, NY, and Monika Skuriat-Fritz, Husband Timothy of Bethlehem, PA. Jozef and Teresa have been blessed with three adoring grandchildren: Marysa Hanney, Benjamin Hanney and Henrik Fritz. Jozef is survived by his brother Tadeusz Skuriat.
Jozef worked as a machinist for 20 years at Don’s Machine Shop in Pittston, PA. He was his happiest when with his beloved wife of 49 years and being surrounded by their family and friends while sitting around the dining room table chatting and laughing. He loved nothing more than to complain about projects around the house knowing full well he would happily do them for his wife or children. Anyone who knows Jozef knows he would do absolutely anything for his loving wife, children, and grandchildren. Jozef could fashion a mechanical solution for just about anything and was a walking encyclopedia when it came to historical facts. He was an avid stamp collector, enjoyed reading about and studying world history, and had a love for animals.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022, at 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the funeral home located at 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA.
On Saturday, November 5th, 2022, Family will receive relatives and friends from 12:00pm to 12:30pm at Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery, Red Chapel on Cemetery Ground, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA, (travel through the cemetery gates to the end of the road, the Red Chapel is on the left). Followed by Jozef’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30pm. A luncheon will follow the interment at the Shrine. Arrangements by Philip Donahue, 215-348-9421.
September 20, 1954 – October 5, 2022
Sandy Marie Fagan, formerly known as James Patrick Fagan, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at St. Mary Hospital in Langhorne, PA.
Born and raised in Levittown, PA, she was 68 years old. Sandy was a 1973 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and Bucks County Technical School where she studied Building Maintenance and Management. Sandy served in the United States Army, Private One, and was honorably discharged in November 1977.
Her beloved daughter, Wendy Marie Fagan, of Orlando, Florida, survives Sandy. She was preceded in death by her loving mother Margaret Mary Fagan and father Arthur M. Fagan, Jr. Sandy is survived by her brother, Arthur M. Fagan, III (Judy), her sister, Joy Marie Rogoza (Kenneth), multiple nieces/nephews and great nieces/nephews. Sandy also leaves behind her pet turtle, Donatello, who kept her company for many years.
The family would like to say thank you to Jessica, along with the staff of the Life St. Mary Program, for the kind and attentive care that was provided to Sandy. We know she was loved and cared for. Words cannot express our sincere gratitude for all you have done.
The family would also like to express their gratitude to the Donahue Funeral Home. Memorial and celebration of life will be private. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in memory of Sandy Fagan to either Sage USA or the Trevor Project in hopes that their efforts will continue to help others like her.
Helena Mierzwa passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 13, 2022. The funeral will be graveside for immediate family.
Helena was born in Odessa, Ukraine in 1925. She survived Nazi occupation and labor camps and came to America with her infant daughter Lilia. In America, she worked diligently to make a good life for herself and her daughter.
She married her husband (Walter) in 1958, and together they made a great family. They worked and traveled, and were so proud when Lilia went to college and graduated nursing school and married her husband (Evan Ginsberg).
Helena loved gardening, dancing, needle craft and pottery – but the lights of her life were her grandchildren, Beth Holzman (Ben) and Benjamin Ginsberg (Adar). “Grandma Helen” particularly enjoyed making chocolate chip cookies and sending them specially wrapped to Boston and Southern California.
Helena was a strong person who lived a great life. She loved to travel and ultimately relocated to Vermont to be closer to family after leaving her New Jersey home of 45 years. She will be greatly missed.
Contributions celebrating her life may be sent to: Bayada Foundation in support of Bayada Hospice care services.
David R Smith, 76, of Ferndale, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 9th, 2022 at Pine Run Hospice in Doylestown. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late David and Joyce Smith. The Brother of the late Bart D Smith of Downingtown. He was proceeded in death by his wife of 30 years Joanne Mary Smith on September 8th, 1999, his Daughter Marlene Fontanez on January 13th,2009, and his Grandson Julio David Medina on July 22, 2011. David was also fortunate to spend 20 years with the late Johanne M. Bailey.
He was employed for many years by Pennsylvania State Store and served as a member of the Liquor Control Board. David was a member of the United States Army and bravely served his country during the Vietnam War. When he returned home, he became a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Quakertown post for which he often volunteered.
David had a lifelong passion for antique cars and was a long-time member of The Wheels of Time car organization and the National Street Rod Association.
David is survived by his granddaughter Marie Joanne Isley, wife of Xavier A Isley of Allentown, Brian Edward Gallagher of Nazareth, Jude Annmarie Gallagher of Nazareth, and great-grandson Xavier A Isley Jr.
Please join us for his Celebration of life. It will be held from 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm on Wednesday October 19th, 2022 at The Meadow of Saucon Valley, 1770 Meadows Rd, Hellertown, Pennsylvania 18055.
They call it “The Notebook Syndrome”, Richard S. Stout passed away Monday, October 3rd, at 89 years old, of a broken heart. He was born in Pennington N.J. where he married his high school sweetheart, Maria, who passed away less than a year ago. Richard was the son of Harry G. Stout and Charlotte B. Stout (Woodward).
Richard and Maria were married for almost 70 years, and they were inseparable. As a young couple, Richard was in the Army (PFC), and Maria followed him to Germany, where he was stationed. Upon returning home, they had 2 children, David R. Stout (Joanne) and Heidi Riesenberger (Rob).
The couple lived in Groveville, N.J. for over 60 years with wonderful neighbors surrounding them. Richard was an active member of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 9 for 40 plus years before retirement. He became a Master Plumber and worked for the Edward F. Grant Co. for most of those years. Richard was also a member of the Hamilton FOP, where he was in charge of refreshments… with Maria’s help, of course.
Richard is survived by his brother Gerald Stout (Lavinia), and predeceased by his older brother Harry “Skip” Stout (Barbara), and sister Gail Crocetti , (Jim).
He was very proud of his grandchildren David R. Stout Jr. (Elisa), Lauren Morris (Tony), Lindsey Newman (Mathew), John Riesenberger, and Amanda Campbell (James). He adored his great grandchildren, Logan and Connor Morris, Jack, Luke and Olivia Newman, and Renna and Knox Stout.
Richard was a gentle giant and a good man with a kind heart. He enjoyed watching and supporting his children and grandchildren play sports, and canoeing with his and Maria’s best friends, Sam and Marie Steward and Jim and Betty Keegan. Wii bowling and water volleyball were also some of his favorites, as he was a natural athlete. His most loved pastime however, was cutting and splitting firewood, and then sitting in front of his wood stove with a fire blazing, enjoying a cold beer with his wife.
As they would want, the couple will be buried together in a private service at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Newtown, PA.
Richard B. Koehler, 76, of Quakertown passed away on September 27, 2022 at LifeQuest, where he had been a resident since August 18, 2022.
Born in Quakertown on March 9, 1946, he was the youngest child of the late Robert W.G. and Mildred H. (Mindler) Koehler.
After graduating from Quakertown High School, he served in the United States Army. Richard worked across several industries during his lifetime, most recently working as a machinist for Quaker Color. He enjoyed attending Quakertown High School football games, strolling through the Q-mart, stopping by Yum Yum for donuts, going to yard sales, as well as time with friends and family cheering for the Eagles and Phillies.
When home, he could often be found watching old westerns on tv, especially John Wayne movies, listening to his country music CD collection, or completing word find puzzles.
Richard was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Robert W.G. “Sonny”, Kenneth P., and Montford L. Koehler; and sisters, Kathryn I. Deibert and Pearl L. Ogden. He is survived by a daughter Brenda J. Bausher, husband Peter R., of Reading, PA; grandchildren Emily A. and Andrew R. Bausher of Reading; sisters, Janet L. Seip of Quakertown, and Nancy Bickley of Pennsburg; as well as 6 nieces and 3 nephews.
Services will be private.
Brother Eugene James Thomas, MSC, died on September 7th, 2022 at Holy Family Manor, Bethlehem, PA at 11:10 am, where he was a resident since December 2021.
Brother Gene, affectionately known as “Brother Geno,” was born on June 24, 1935, in Loretto, PA, in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, to the late James and Bertha (Criste). He received the Sacrament of Baptism at the Basilica of St. Michael Loretto, PA. Brother Geno attended grade school and high school at Central Cambria, Ebensburg, PA but interrupted his schooling to earn a living as a factory worker, farmer, and power-line maintenance person. In 1959, he entered the MSC high school seminary in Geneva, IL, and in 1964, he began the Brothers’ novitiate. In addition to studies in the novitiate, Geno worked in general maintenance activities at the high school seminary. He professed his first vows as a Missionary of the Sacred Heat on March 19, 1965, and perpetual vows on March 19, 1971.
In August 1971, Brother Geno was transferred to the MSC Retreat House in Youngstown, OH. In 1973, he was assigned to assist with farming responsibilities at the MSC Major Seminary in Shelby, OH, for two years. He returned to Youngstown, OH, helping at the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in 1975 to support the renewal ministry, engage in general maintenance, and coordinate the kitchen activities at the Sacred Heart Retreat and Renewal Center. From 1992 through February 1999, Brother Geno was assigned to the Aurora, IL MSC community to help in the Direct Mail Department at the USA Province headquarters. Returning to Youngstown, OH, Brother Geno again worked at the retreat house.
In September 2003, Brother Geno became a member of the San Antonio MSC formation program, residing in San Antonio, TX. He also was appointed to the MSC-USA Provincial Council. While in San Antonio, he attended Mexican American Culture Center classes for several months. Following his Spanish studies, Brother Geno enrolled in a two-year Lay Ministry course at the Oblate School of Theology, receiving a certificate. In the summer of 2006, he attended San Antonio College to continue his studies in Spanish. On September 11, 2006, Brother Geno was transferred to the MSC Community in California, where he joined the MSC Native American Ministry at Soboba (San Jacinto) reservation.
Before becoming a resident at Holy Family Manor, in 2021, Br. Geno’s latter years were at Sacred Heart Villa, Center Valley. While at the Villa, he collected and delivered the Villa’s Mail daily and helped with shopping.
Brother Geno was noted for his humorous expressions, such as “Tsk Tsk” and “Chuckle Chuckle.” He also used to say, “I said to myself, self”…” Geno will always be fondly remembered for his great example in his spiritual and apostolic life. May he rest in peace. His sister, Miss Rita Thomas, and sister-in-law, Mrs. Charles M. Thomas, survive him.
On Monday, September 19th, 2022 a viewing will occur in the Sacred Heart Villa Chapel, 3300 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA at 10 am, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 11 am. Lunch will be served at Noon. His remains will then be transported to Loretto, PA, for interment at St. Michael’s Basilica Cemetery, Loretto, PA. A graveside service will take place at 1 pm Friday, September 23rd, 2022. May Br. “Geno” rest in the Heart of Christ forever.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home 215-348-9421.
Kimberly Ann Rupp passed peacefully on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at Harborview Nursing Home in Lansdale at the age of 57.
Kimberly was born In Ithaca NY. She is the beloved daughter of Jason P. Fitzpatrick and Jackie Rae DeWolfe Fitzpatrick.
Kimberly grew up in Conshohocken and was a graduate of Plymouth Whitemarsh High School.
Kimberly is the beloved mother of Stephen Haines and the beloved sister of two brothers Brian Fitzpatrick and Jason Fitzpatrick and Aunt Kathie DeWolfe.
Kimberly was well loved by family and friends and was known to always put a smile on your face.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Remembrance of Kimberly’s Life on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Shaeff-Myers Funeral Home, 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA 19002. The family will receive relative and friends at 1:00pm followed by a Prayer Service at 2:00pm. Interment will be private.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown 215-348-9421.
John Paul D’Antonio, 68, died on August 27, 2022 peacfully surrounded by his family in Doylestown Pennsylvania from cancer.
A native to the Princeton area he attended Chapin School, The Hun School of Princeton class of 1970 and Lehigh Unveristy class of 1976. He also attend the Art Student league of New York and Rhode Island School of Design.
After graduating Lehigh University where he majored in Art History, D’Antonio attended the Art Students League of New York, studying under Xavier Gonzales, who was a leading instructor known as much for his large murals as for mentoring students like Jackson Pollack and Leroy Neiman.
John D’Antonio was an accomplished artist who’s work represented a realstic interpretation of sea scapes and landscapes. His art and philosophy have been shaped by influences as diverse as Academicism and the Photorealist painters of the 1970s. His work has been represented by a number of galleries world wide.
John Paul D’Antonio is considered by some in the art world to be a leading representational artist in America today. His paintings reveal a remarkable eye for the telling detail united with a facility for composition, color, and light. The precision and clarity of his diverse scapes lend immediacy and impact to his paintings while capturing the energy and mystery of his subjects.
John also held a very accomplished career as global head consultant in the Life Science industry building multimillion dollar pipelines from the ground up. He worked for numerous fortune 500 companies in the metropolitan area throughout his life. John had many passions such as squash, hunting and fishing in the great outdoors he has passed down onto his children that will carry on his legacy for many years to come.
John is survived by his sister Ann D’Antonio and his four children John D’Antonio his wife Pam and their two children Penelope and George of Sparta New Jersey, Natalie Bryenton her husband Alex Bryenton, their two children Mackenzie and Ryder of Asheville North Carolina, Peter D’Antonio his wife Amanda and their two children Michael and Peter of Missoula Montana, Blake D’Antonio his mother Rebecca and Scott Smith of Doylestown Pennsylvania. John is also survived by his three stepchildren Tabitha Rutkowski, Nina Rutkowski and Phoebe Rutkowski of Doylestown Pennsylvania. John is proceeded in death by his mother Yolanda and father Mario D’Antonio.
John’s family would like to give their utmost appreciation to the Vitas Hospice team along with Rebecca and Scott Smith who opened their home to care for John through this difficult process.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, September 2, 2022 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA, (travel through the cemetery gates to the end of the road, the Red Chapel is on the left). Followed by John’s Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00pm.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in memory of John P. D’Antonio to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Ruth Jean Slifer (Fretz), age, 92, of Upper Black Eddy, PA, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022.
Born in Pleasant Valley, PA, Ruth was the daughter of the late Wilmer and Minnie (Mease) Fretz. Ruth married the Rev. Paul A. Slifer in 1950, after having graduated from Bethlehem Business College and served as a secretary of the Palisades School District.
Ruth went with her husband to become a Lutheran Missionary in Liberia, West Africa where her two children were born. Active with her husband’s training and hosting midwives in the mission field, she was also able to find time to teach the people to play volleyball and softball; if you know Ruth, you know her love of sports.
After returning from Liberia, she was a secretary for the Red Lion School District in York County, PA until 1972. Later Ruth served as secretary for the Stroudsburg Area School District until she retired in 1992.
Ruth retired to the Ottsville area to be close to her family in 1992 where she enjoyed bowling and being the biggest Phillies fan.
Ruth was predeceased by her husband the Rev. Paul Slifer in 1972 and baby daughter, Rebecca, brothers Charles and James Fretz, and her parents. She was also predeceased by her long-time companion, William Zimmerman.
Ruth leaves behind her sister Esther Rush, a daughter, Jean (Vernon) Wehrung, and a son, David (Anne) Slifer. She was blessed with 5 grandchildren, Kelly Wehrung, Jeff (Kim) Wehrung, Jason Wehrung, Krissy (Dan) Nalesnik and Paul (Chrissy) Slifer. Ruth also leaves behind 11 great-grandchildren, Paul, Daven, Ruthie, Lillie, Boone, Ammon, & Mae Wehrung along with Greg & Tess Nalesnik and Elaina & Luke Slifer; all affectionately called her GG or GiGi.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Visitation on Wednesday, August 24th, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 301 N. Main St. Doylestown, PA. 18901 at 10:00AM followed by her Funeral Service at 11:00AM. Interment will immediately follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, 2170 Rt. 212 (Pleasant Valley) Coopersburg, PA.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Neshaminy Manor Nursing Home Activity Fund 1660 Easton Rd. Warrington, PA. 18976
Mrs. Elizabeth A. Koch from Ferndale, PA passed peacefully on Saturday August 6, 2022 at home surrounded by her loving family.
“Betty” was the beloved wife of the late Mark H Koch who died September 2020. The daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Frick) Fleck and was born at the Fleck Dairy Farm, Ottsville, PA and was the youngest of 8 children.
She is preceded in death by her 7 siblings: Charles (Catherine) Fleck, Edward (Mary) Fleck, Mary Fleck, William (Sarah) Fleck, Joseph (Bernie) Fleck, Annastacia Fleck, Clarence Fleck,
Grandchildren: Eric Quier, Elizabeth Koch, Nicholas Koch, daughter in-law Kimberly Koch and son-in law Chuck Spencer.
Betty graduated from Nockamixon High School in 1948 and attended Churchman Business College, Easton, PA. She was a secretary for Good Brothers car dealership Ottsville, PA and also worked on the family dairy farm.
Her life was a love story, when at a church fundraiser, Mark asked Betty to be his partner in the cakewalk. They celebrated 67 married years. Betty especially loved Christmas and being surrounded by her large extended family. She was guided by and lived her faith. Betty was a lifetime member of St. John the Baptist church and sang in the choir. She enjoyed cooking, caning, polka and square dancing, attending her grandchildren’s sporting events and her loyal dog Jackie. Betty was a friend to everyone she met and there was always room for one more at her dining table.
Betty will be greatly missed by her 9 children: Patricia (Jay) Landis, Mark Jr. (Nancy) Koch, Jane Koch, Kathy Spencer, Brian Koch, David (Karin) Koch, Alan Koch (with whom she resided), Thomas Koch, Timothy (Sonya) Koch and by her 11 Grandsons, 5 Granddaughters, 5 Great Grandsons and many, many nieces and nephews.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, August 20, 2022 at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by Elizabeth’s Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will immediately follow at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Cemetery, Church Road, Haycock Township, PA.
Donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
Terry Lee Landis of Green Lane, PA, was born in Sellersville, PA on April 14th, 1964 and passed away peacefully in his home on July 26, 2022, after a 40 month battle with GBM Brain Cancer. He was 58 years old.
Terry loved his work as an HVAC dispatcher at Tustin Mechanical in Quakertown, PA division for 6 years, before that he enjoyed work in Shipping and Receiving and Logistics for 31 years at Cardone Industries in Philadelphia, PA. As a young man he worked for a cobbler, was a steel worker, and a shed builder.
He was an avid NASCAR and dirt racing fan, carpenter, raised chickens, Jack of all trades, loving family man. He loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
He was predeceased by his father Ronald W. Landis of Woxall, PA He is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Susan (Hess) and their 6 children, Rick(34) and wife Jade (Bergey), Drew(32) and wife Michaela (Smith), Kevin(30) and wife Ana (Lingenfelder), Casey(25), Emmalynne(20) and Boeden(17).
He leaves cherished grandchildren Ethan, Wryn & Charlotte.
He also leaves his Mother Diane, his brothers Todd (Martha) & Timothy (Beth) and many nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends and family for an open house memorial on Tuesday, August 23rd between the hours of 11am-2pm at Green Lane Park Stone Pavilion.
Teresa Ann Gaul of Oreland, Pa, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2022, after a six-month battle with brain cancer. She was 53 years old.
Teresa strived to help others as a registered nurse and case manager at Caring Hospice Services.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 28 years, Jerry Gaul, and her two daughters, Julianna (21), and Alexa (19). While her life lasted only 53 years, she created a legacy of kindness, love, and empathy for all.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, August 4th, 2022 at St. Peter’s, 654 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 from 10:00 AM to 11:00AM followed by Teresa’s Memorial Mass at 11:00AM. Family and friends are encouraged to wear clothing of various colors to create an atmosphere of peace, thankfulness and joyfulness as we celebrate such a lovely woman.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be sent to Variety- The Children’s Charity of the Delaware Valley. There will be a link in her name listed on the Variety Club-Worcester website or copy and paste the below link into your browser.
Emily Catherine Schmidt, 99, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 26, 2022, at her home in Sacred Heart Senior Living, Center Valley, PA.
Emily is survived by her children John and his wife Joanne; Joe and his wife, Mel; Ann and her husband Lee Slotkin; Bob and his wife Eileen; Richard and his wife Nancy; and Tom and his wife Toni. She was also the proud mother of 17 surviving grandchildren and 15 great- grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband John, her parents, Anton and Leontina Wagner, her son James, her brothers Anthony, Herman, and Richard Wagner, her sisters Joan and Josephine Wagner, and her grandsons James and David. She was born in the family farmhouse on Elephant Road, Perkasie, PA on August 29, 1922. She attended the local one-room school house until she dropped out to help work on the farm during the Great Depression. She eventually received her high school GED when she was in her 50’s.
During World War II, she worked in the SKF ball bearing factory in Philadelphia. After she married in 1947, she and her husband moved to Upper Black Eddy, PA, where she lived for over 50 years in the house they built with their own hands. She then lived in Lancaster and Willow Grove and more recently, Center Valley. Wherever she went, she settled into her new life and sought out and connected with friends.
Her greatest passion was her family. She also treasured her friends and kept them close throughout the years. For her entire adult life, she was actively involved with and volunteered at the Catholic Church, first at Saint John the Baptist, Ottsville, PA, and later at Saint David’s, Willow Grove, PA.
She was a master knitter, baker, and gardener and enjoyed a good game of pinochle, a good book, and a challenging puzzle.
She will live in our hearts forever.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at 10:15am to 11:00am. followed by Emily’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville PA 18942. Interment will immediately follow at St. John Cemetery, 453 Haycock Run Road, Haycock PA 18951. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 in memory of Emily. arrangements by: Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Mary Jane Schiedt (Yeager), of Warminster, PA and formerly Middletown, DE and Morrisville, PA, passed away on June 20, 2022.
She was born in Shoemakersville, PA to the late James and Eva Yeager.
Mary Jane spent 30+ years educating young children as an Elementary School Teacher, having taught in Alaska, Pennsylvania and Germany. She retired from the Pennsbury School District to enjoy travel and time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Werner Schiedt and her 10 brothers and sisters. Loving mother to daughter Elizabeth; son, Eric (Susan); grandchildren, Grace and Ryan, and Aunt of many beloved nieces and nephews and their children.
Friends are invited to visit with family on July 1st, 2022 at Ann’s Choice Chapel, 30000 Anns Choice Way, Warminster, PA from 10-11am followed by a service in celebration of Mary Jane’s life at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, www.lls.org.
Anthony Vinciguerra, died peacefully on June 14, 2022. He was predeceased by his wife of 44 years, Rose Marie (nee Kleaver), his twin brother, Joseph, sister Mary, and older brother, Thomas. Loving father of Anthony, Jr (Linda), Diane Shannon (Patrick), Annette Vogt (Richard). Loving grandfather of Regina Linganna (Ashok), Damon Vinciguerra (Lindsay), Richard Vogt (Katelynn), Matthew Shannon, Christina Vogt, Evan Vinciguerra (Cait). Loving great-grandfather of Jack Vinciguerra, Misha Linganna, and Wesley Vogt. Loving brother of Theresa and brother-in-law of Joyce Vinciguerra, Celeste Kleaver, Diana Kleaver, Charles Mehl, Patricia Glim (Pete). Survived by his wife, Connie Peet Vinciguerra.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 10:00am – 11:00am followed by Anthony’s Mass of Christian burial at 11:00am at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville PA 18942. Interment will immediately follow at St. John Cemetery, 453 Haycock Run Road, Haycock, PA 18951
Miroslaw Edmund Buko, formally from Middle Village Queens, NY passed away in Delaware on June 13, 2022 at Christiana Hospital. He was 63 years old.
Miroslaw was a Civil Engineer and Construction Project Manager for Phoenix Construction in NY City.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, June 18th 9:30AM at the location of 145 Tennis Avenue, Amber PA (Schaeff Myers Funeral Home) 215-348-9421 for a viewing followed by Miroslaw’s Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 in the Cemetery Chapel on June 18th 2022 at 12:30PM. Travel through the cemetery gates in your car following signs to “old chapel”. At the end of the road to the left you will see the chapel. Interment will immediately follow the Mass. Please contact the Donahue Funeral Home with any questions. 215-348-9421.
Teofil (“Teddy”) Laski, 90, living in Andover, Massachusetts passed away at home on Monday, June 6, 2022. Teofil was born to the late Jozef and Jozefa Laski on July 17, 1931 in Las Toczylowo, Poland. He immigrated to America in 1964 and settled in Kearny, New Jersey. There, he met Jadwiga Pulkosnik, who would become his wife of 51 years. Teofil worked for the Kearny Board of Education for over 30 years before retiring in 2000. He and Jadwiga raised their family in New Jersey, first in Kearny and, later, in West Paterson. Their Polish roots were always on display at the many family gatherings they hosted over the years. Teofil and Jadwiga moved to Andover, MA in 2019.
Teofil is survived by his wife, Jadwiga, his three sons, Dr. Robert and wife Michele of Center Valley, PA, Krzysztof and wife Claire, of Washington, D.C., and Jozef and wife Maggie of Andover, MA; grandchildren, Ella, Emilia, Charles, Delilah, Izabella, and Julia.
Visitation will take place on Friday evening, June 10th, 2022 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA 19002 (Shaeff-Myers Funeral Home – Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 10:30 AM at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, in Doylestown, PA. Following the Mass, the Rite of Committal and Burial will be held on the cemetery grounds at the Shrine.
Drive through the Our Lady of Czestohowa Shrine cemetery gates to the end of the road and the cemetery chapel is on the left. Funeral arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
John Joseph Zima was born September 27, 1922, in the small town of Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania. John was the son of John and Veronica Zima. He was one of eight siblings and a devoted son to his mother. Like many in his day, he served his country in World War II. John achieved the rank of staff sergeant in the Army of the United States.
It was while he was stationed in Italy that John met then Padre Pio. John spent his life sharing his devotion to Padre Pio and lived to see him canonized in 2002. It was his strong faith and this devotion that gave John great comfort throughout his life.
After the war John began his work as a machinist at SKF, where he worked for 43 years. It was here that John would meet the love of his life. John and Betty worked together for several years and were married September 23, 1950. They were inseparable until Betty’s death in 2017.
One of John’s greatest joys was spending time with his three daughters. He was an avid sports fan and spent many hours enjoying Phillies games with his girls.
After his retirement, John began a second career taking care of his beloved grandchildren. They gave him immense joy in the latter part of his life.
John is survived by his three loving daughters: Geri Zima (Tom Osborne), Maureen Smith (Jim), and Betty DiFranceisco (David); and eight grandchildren, Jonathan Osborne, Paul Smith, Justin Smith, Joshua Smith, Matthew Smith, Lea DiFranceisco, Julie DiFranceisco, and Casey DiFranceisco.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 at 10:00am followed by John’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine Cemetery Chapel located at 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. Enter through the cemetery gates travel to the end of the road and the cemetery chapel is on your left.
Obituary of James P. Butler, Jr. James P Butler, Jr. was born in Phila, April 4, 1940 and passed away at Quakertown Center May 11, 2022 at age 82. He was a Salesman all his life. He was an avid reader and big history buff. He followed the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. He was predeceased by his parents and his daughter Maureen. He is survived by his children Bernadette (Marc) Willig, Ann (Rob) Hickson, James P Butler,III John W (Shirley) Butler, Kevin A (Amanda) Butler. He leaves grandchildren Philip, David, Amanda, Katie, Vanessa, James, Christian, Austin, Andrew & Emily. Great Grandchildren Kingston, Valencia & Isabel. He also leaves a sister Cass Janco and a brother John (Peggy) Butler, many nieces and nephews. Services will be private.
Romuald Magryta of Plymouth, Massachusetts passed away with his loving wife by his side on Wednesday April 27th 2022. He was 86 years old.
Romuald was born in Sitno, Poland in 1936, the son of Franciszka and Karol Magryta. He was the youngest of four children with his three sisters; Boleslawa of Toronto, Canada, Halina and Danuta of Perth Amboy, NJ preceding him in death.
He immigrated to the United States via New Orleans in 1951 with two of his sisters and his parents. They eventually settled in Perth Amboy, New Jersey to begin their new life in the United States.
Romuald had missed over 5 years of primary education during World War II and did not speak English upon arriving to the U.S. leaving him unprepared to succeed in school. But, succeed he did. Through hard work and dedication, Romuald graduated from high school in Perth Amboy followed by four years of service as a Military Policeman Airman First Class in the United States Air Force. Armed with GI bill money and dedication, he completed an Electronics degree at the RCA Institutes in New York City before working tirelessly to achieve a Bachelor of Arts in Math Cum Laude at Marist College. Following, he was hired by IBM as a computer scientist which allowed him to further his studies and pursue two masters degrees; Computer Science from Marist College and Master of Science from Syracuse University.
Being set with a career, Romuald married Maria Sawicka in 1964. They had three children together: Edward 1965, Urszula 1968 and Christopher 1970. They lived in Poughkeepsie, New York until 2020 when they relocated to Plymouth, Massachusetts to be closer to their daughter Urszula. He worked at IBM for 30 years before retiring in 1992 achieving a patent in Computer Systems Logical Hierarchy Mapping.
Romuald was a lover of conversation, politics, history, stock markets and people. He was an extrovert always looking for a smiling face to connect with. He believed that God and the American Constitution were the unbending guideposts from which to make choices in life. He lived by God’s word and believed that the United States was the greatest place on Earth. Last Thanksgiving, with his whole family present, he related the ideal that he, a child who was penniless and without language competency, could rise up in this country and be successful at work, church and with his family. He was a devout Roman Catholic and unbelievably proud of his Polish heritage, but even more grateful to the United States of America.
As the years progressed, he spent his 30 years after retirement intently watching the stock market and loving his six grandchildren. Julie, Aleksander, Adam, Magdalena, Thomas and Isabella were his happiness generators. They were ground zero for his whole dream of the greatness of America. He had a goal that they would outperform him and their parents while enjoying the fruits of this great nation.
His other favorite pastimes were dancing, reading, playing chess and cards, especially Bridge and Tysiac with friends and family.
He is survived by his wife Maria Magryta. His children and their spouses: Edward and Lynn Magryta, Urszula and Piotr Lazowski, Christopher and Nicole Magryta. His grandchildren: Julie Magryta, Aleksander Lazowski, Adam Lazowski, Magdalena Lazowski, Thomas Magryta and Isabella Magryta.
He will be profoundly missed, especially his smile, gentle energy, sharp mind and generous spirit.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, May 7th at 11:30AM at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901 in the St. Anne’s Chapel, followed by Romuald’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30PM. (St. Anne’s Chapel: follow the white direction signs when entering the Shrine grounds), Interment will immediately follow the Mass on cemetery grounds.
Donations in Romuald’s honor and memory can be made to EWTN Global Catholic Network www.ewtn.com.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421. Please allow us to help you with any questions regarding this arrangement. It is an honor to help!
Joan Elizabeth McCormick of Elkins Park, PA passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Wednesday, April 20th from complications of Alzheimer’s disease. She was 67 years old.
Joan was born in Abington, PA to the late John William Sefton and Ruth Webb Sefton. Joan is the youngest of three children. She is the beloved sister to Nancy Martin of Sellersville, PA and proceeded by death to her brother Wayne Sefton.
Joan was a vibrant soul with an iconic sense of humor, and she loved to laugh. Joan graduated from Abington High School Class of 1972. She spent most of her career in retail management where she flourished in department store management, then had a career as a Traveling Account Manager for Asher’s Chocolates; a job that she loved. She enjoyed the everyday interaction she would have with the people at her accounts at the Jersey Shore or South Philadelphia. And Joan’s clients loved her because of her attention to detail and her meticulous work habits. She was genuinely excited by the adventure of traveling to different locations every day.
In her spare time, Joan enjoyed tending to her beautiful flower and vegetable gardens, taking nature walks, caring for stray animals, furniture restoration, holiday gatherings, dancing, volunteer work, and traveling to England, the beach as well as historical sites. And if Joan heard that historical site was haunted, she absolutely had to visit it for herself! Later in Joan’s life she fell in love with traveling to Maine, where she and her husband Tom made some wonderful memories. She spent several of her last Summer’s visiting Maine where she felt completely relaxed and at peace. The one thing that Joan was probably most happy to do was spend time with her grandchildren. If you asked her to babysit, the answer was always a resounding, YES! There was nothing she loved more.
Joan is survived by her husband of 21 years, Thomas McCormick. She is the beloved mother of Derek Bachmann (Katie), Stepmother to Emily Ziegler (Rob) and Marykate McCormick (Maria), and she is the beloved Aunt to Cynthia Hazelton. Joan cherished her grandchildren, Mason Bachmann, Ryan Bachmann, Jenna Ziegler, Cameron Ziegler and Alison Ziegler.
Joan’s contagious laugh, smile and sense of humor were her trademark. She will be deeply missed by her friends and family.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Joan’s memorial service on Friday, April 29th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM hosted at the Schaeff Myers Funeral Home, 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA. Interment will immediately follow the service at Whitemarsh Memorial Cemetery, Ambler, PA 19002.
The family would prefer memorial contributions be made to: The Alzheimer’s Association in Joan’s Memory, www.act.alz.org, 225 N. Michigan Avenue, 17th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601. 1-800-272-3900.
Arrangements by: Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown
Theresa Kornak, age 72, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 14th after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her sisters Kristine Matone (and husband Peter) and Mary Versarge (late husband Paul); her brothers, Stan Kornak (and wife Laura), Joseph Kornak, and sister-in-law Mary Kornak (wife of Valentine Kornak); 9 loving nieces and nephews; 4 great nieces and 1 great nephew; she is predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Jadwiga Kornak, and brother Valentine Kornak.
Theresa was born in England and grew up in Elizabeth, NJ before moving to the Upper West Side, Manhattan, where she resided for over 40 years. In her later years, Theresa lived in New Hope, PA with her sister Mary where she loved walking into town and along the towpath.
Theresa worked as a copy editor and was well known for her practicality, her contagious personality and sharing interesting pieces of information with friends and family. She worked for Springer-Verlag for many years before freelancing for Springer, Cambridge, Columbia Press and other prestigious publishing companies. Her specialty was in copyediting medical books and was frequently praised for her “great work, pleasant communications and fantastic insights”.
She was passionate about literacy and education and loved helping others. She volunteered for many years with Literacy Partners, Inc. in New York City where she tutored adults in English and math. She was respected by her students and received the Jonathan Levin Educator of the Year Award in June, 2002 for her accomplishments and dedication.
She had a fantastic sense of humor, loved a good beer, her Polish heritage, traveling, and had a gift for making the best of any situation.
She has impacted the lives of so many, and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She enjoyed spending time with her great nieces and nephew who adored her and lovingly called her “Aunt T”.
A service will be held at The National Shrine of Czestochowa, Cemetery Chapel, 654 Ferry Road in Doylestown PA (travel thru the cemetery gates to the end of the road, a red chapel will be on your left) on Wednesday April 27th at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Unicef or Literacy Partners NYC.
Nina Novak
March 23, 1923 – March 14, 2022 of East Norriton, Pennsylvania:
“For me, to work on stage is the same as living and breathing” – Caracas, 2005
Nina Novak, 98, passed away on March 14, 2022 in East Norriton, Pennsylvania, nine days away from her 99th birthday.
Nina Novak, a beloved aunt, dancer, choreographer and ballet teacher, was born on March 23, 1923, originally Janina Nowak, in Warsaw, Poland, to Jozef and Janina Nowak, of seven siblings.
Nina passionately pursued a lifelong dedication to the art of dance and also to decades of teaching classic ballet. She began her study of ballet at the age of eight at the Polish Ballet School of the Warsaw Opera House in 1935, studying under prestigious teachers Bronislava Nijinska and Leon Woizikovsky. From 1937-1939, she was a soloist of the Polish Representative Ballet, and after the war in the ballet groups of Feliks Parnell and Mikołaj Kopiński. With the start of World War II, Nina was imprisoned in a forced labor camp. Nina lost both her brother Jozef and her father Jozef in concentration camps in Auschwitz and Dachau. As a young girl in the camp, she was put to work with little food and water making parts of airplane equipment for the Germans. She sent a letter to her ballet teacher in Warsaw through the German female guard who was responsible for watching over the young prisoners. She was then able to escape and return back to Warsaw before eventually leaving Poland for the United States in the second half of the 1940s.
Her passion, discipline and perseverance stayed with her as she blossomed into having a very accomplished artistic career, touring the world as prima ballerina, teacher and choreographer over the course of her long, beautiful life. Upon arriving in the United States, by 1948, Nina was accepted to the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo ballet company in New York City, directed by S. J. Denham, and was promoted to ballerina at the end of her first season. In 1954, Nina began dancing as the first soloist, Prima Ballerina, for Swan Lake, Coppelia by George Balanchine, Giselle and The Nutcracker and many other ballets. Her first choreographic work “Variations Classique” was extremely successful and it occupied a prominent place in the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlos‘ repertoire. In 1958, Nina traveled to France to participate in The International Dance Festival in Enghien. She remained with the Ballet Russe company until 1962.
Nina eventually settled permanently in Caracas, Venezuela in 1963, with her Venezuelan husband, where she continued dancing and began the next chapter of her life as teacher, founding the Nina Novak Classical Ballet Academy. Nina is recognized as a cultural treasure in Venezuela, where she helped lay the foundations of classical dance and taught thousands of students over 50 years. Nina is celebrated for raising the level of training standards, dignifying classical ballet in Venezuela and across Latin America. Students of Nina’s ballet company have competed and performed in the biggest competitions and most important ballet companies around the world. The successes of these students carry on her living legacy.
It was a great honor for Nina to return to Poland and make guest appearances in 1961 in Warsaw and Poznań in the ballets Giselle and Swan Lake, and in 1978 in the Coppélia ballet at the Grand Theater of Warsaw.
In 1985, Vicente Nebrada invited her to join the Teresa Carreño Ballet as artistic director of the classical repertoire. This collaboration lasted 2 years. Later Nina was invited regularly to teach classes and dance with the company.
In 1987, the President of Venezuela bestowed upon Nina the Order of Andres Bello of the First Order. In 1996, Nina received the Casa del Artist Award for Best Choreographer. In 1997, Nina received the CONAC Teacher of the Year Award for Classical Dance. She is also the recipient of the Francisco de Miranda First Class Medal of Honor (Venezuela), the Commendatory Cross of Honor (Poland), the Knight’s Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta, and UNESCO’s Vaslav Nijinsky Medal.
Nina served on the 2002 and 2006 juries for the USA International Ballet Competition.
In 2010, Nina published her first book in Spanish called El Ballet Mi Vida, Mi Pasion.
In 2020, Nina published her second book Taniec na gruzach. Nina Novak w rozmowie z Wiktorem Krajewskim, consisting of an interview with Nina Novak by Wiktor Krajewski.
Nina spoke Polish, English, Spanish, Russian and French. Some of her favorite pastimes while on tour and downtime from her training were reading many books and visiting museums.
She is survived and remembered by her beloved nieces and nephews and by thousands of her students around the world.
Rosemarie Kerestan Lachiewicz, age 89, formerly of Perth Amboy and Toms River, has passed away peacefully at Mirador Skilled Nursing Facility in Corpus Christi, TX on April 3rd, 2022.Rosemarie was born in Perth Amboy, NJ and lived her life proud to be a “Jersey Girl”. She graduated from Perth Amboy High School in 1950 as one of the “Fifties Girls”. She soon married Andrew “Whitey” Lachiewicz and made their home in Perth Amboy for 49 years. Rosemarie started working at the Raritan Arsenal where she honed her shorthand and typing skills. She left work for a short period when her children were born and returned to work as a secretary for the Kosene and Belikove insurance firm. In 1969 she joined the workforce of U.S. Metals Refinery (AMAX) in Carteret, NJ. Rosemarie worked there for 25 years serving as the executive secretary for the President and Vice-president of the company. During this time, Rosemarie also volunteered as a kitchen assistant for over 20 years at the National Polish Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA where she will be buried.After retiring in 1994 Rosemarie and her husband moved to Toms River, NJ where she enjoyed singing in the Lakehurst Catholic Choir and traveling back to Perth Amboy for church activities. She was an active member of St. Stephen’s parish and choir even after moving to Toms River and kept in touch with her many friends from church and work. Following the death of her husband in 2000, Rosemarie moved to Colorado in 2005 to be close to her grandchildren. She was an active member of St. Gabriel’s church and the Rocky Mountain Chorale. She actively supported her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in their school and athletic events.In 2012 she moved to Corpus Christi, TX to live near her daughter, Janemarie. The move was accomplished with the help of her loving nieces Sharyn Milko Leeper and Marlene Milko. Rosemarie was a faithful member of St Helena of the True Cross Catholic Church and enjoyed their talented choir. Once the pandemic hit in 2020, Rosemarie moved in with her daughter and was forced to limit her social and church activities.Rosemarie was predeceased by her husband, Andrew, her sisters Anna Caron, Mary Pajak, Ella Milko and brothers John, Paul, Peter and Michael Kerestan. She is survived by her son, Gerard Lachiewicz (wife Kim) of Colorado Springs, CO and her daughter, Janemarie Schoonover (husband Martin) of Corpus Christi, TX. She is also survived by her dear nieces LaVerne (Pajak) Mancini, Mary (Pajak) Gadek, Marlene Milko, MaryAnn (Kerestan) Martyniuk, nephew Edward Pajak, and five grandchildren, Krysia (Lachiewicz) Bailey, John Lachiewicz, Rachel Lachiewicz, Monica (Lachiewicz) Orona, and Theresa (Lachiewicz) Lechnir and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be held at the Donahue Funeral Home, 1218-20 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown ,PA. on 8 April with internment on 9 April at the shrine.
Rosemarie Kerestan Lachiewicz, age 89, formerly of Perth Amboy and Toms River, has passed away peacefully at Mirador Skilled Nursing Facility in Corpus Christi, TX on April 3rd, 2022.Rosemarie was born in Perth Amboy, NJ and lived her life proud to be a “Jersey Girl”. She graduated from Perth Amboy High School in 1950 as one of the “Fifties Girls”. She soon married Andrew “Whitey” Lachiewicz and made their home in Perth Amboy for 49 years. Rosemarie started working at the Raritan Arsenal where she honed her shorthand and typing skills. She left work for a short period when her children were born and returned to work as a secretary for the Kosene and Belikove insurance firm. In 1969 she joined the workforce of U.S. Metals Refinery (AMAX) in Carteret, NJ. Rosemarie worked there for 25 years serving as the executive secretary for the President and Vice-president of the company. During this time, Rosemarie also volunteered as a kitchen assistant for over 20 years at the National Polish Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA where she will be buried.After retiring in 1994 Rosemarie and her husband moved to Toms River, NJ where she enjoyed singing in the Lakehurst Catholic Choir and traveling back to Perth Amboy for church activities. She was an active member of St. Stephen’s parish and choir even after moving to Toms River and kept in touch with her many friends from church and work. Following the death of her husband in 2000, Rosemarie moved to Colorado in 2005 to be close to her grandchildren. She was an active member of St. Gabriel’s church and the Rocky Mountain Chorale. She actively supported her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in their school and athletic events.In 2012 she moved to Corpus Christi, TX to live near her daughter, Janemarie. The move was accomplished with the help of her loving nieces Sharyn Milko Leeper and Marlene Milko. Rosemarie was a faithful member of St Helena of the True Cross Catholic Church and enjoyed their talented choir. Once the pandemic hit in 2020, Rosemarie moved in with her daughter and was forced to limit her social and church activities.Rosemarie was predeceased by her husband, Andrew, her sisters Anna Caron, Mary Pajak, Ella Milko and brothers John, Paul, Peter and Michael Kerestan. She is survived by her son, Gerard Lachiewicz (wife Kim) of Colorado Springs, CO and her daughter, Janemarie Schoonover (husband Martin) of Corpus Christi, TX. She is also survived by her dear nieces LaVerne (Pajak) Mancini, Mary (Pajak) Gadek, Marlene Milko, MaryAnn (Kerestan) Martyniuk, nephew Edward Pajak, and five grandchildren, Krysia (Lachiewicz) Bailey, John Lachiewicz, Rachel Lachiewicz, Monica (Lachiewicz) Orona, and Theresa (Lachiewicz) Lechnir and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be held at the Donahue Funeral Home, 1218-20 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown ,PA. on 8 April with internment on 9 April at the shrine.
Donations or memorials may be made to the National Polish Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901.
Lucyna J. Zdanuk
It is with heavy heart that we write of the passing of Lucyna J. Zdanuk, who entered into eternal life on Saturday, March 12 2022, in Phoenix Arizona, withy family by her side. She will be missed dearly by her younger sisters, Alina, Anna and Barbara. She was born in Warsaw Poland, the daughter of Aleksander and Genowefa Figura. Received US citizenship, and lived in US for 52 years.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 12:00PM (NOON) at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901 in the Chapel. The Chapel is located on the cemetery grounds. Travel through the cemetery gates to the end of the road and the chapel is on your left. Lucyna’s Mass of Christian Burial is at 12:30PM. Interment will immediately follow the Mass. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA 213-348-9421.
Joseph ‘Joe’ Vinciguerra Sr. died on Sunday, March 20th after a very long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born in Philadelphia in 1938, the son of Italian Immigrants. Joe and his twin brother Tony were the youngest of five children. Joe met his wife, Joyce, in 1956 and on February 1st, 1958 they were married. Together they raised five boys. Joe worked at Midvale Steel in Philadelphia for 12 years before its closing, then at Exide Batteries, and finally at Riegel Paper Mill for twenty-four years before retiring in 2000.
Joe was the ultimate family man, working multiple jobs to make sure his family was taken care of. His true joy was his grandchildren and later his great grandchildren. Joe was always building something, usually for the kids. From the tree house forts, fully equipped with a working telephone to call grandmom, a Flintstone car made from an old water heater or the dune buggy he built using parts from a Volkswagen beetle, there were always new inventions for the kids to play with. No one was bored at Poppop’s!
Joe is survived by his wife of sixty-four years; Joyce. In addition are his sister Theresa Canuso of Philadelphia and his twin brother Tony Vinciguerra, of Lady Lake Florida. Preceded in death are his Sister Mary Donato and Thomas Vinciguerra both of Philadelphia. Joe is survived by his five sons Joseph Jr and his wife Debbie, New Britain, Michael and his wife Robin of Kintnersville, Robert and his wife Tammy of Kintnersville, Donald and his wife Teresa of Alburtis, and Dennis and his wife Shannon of Chester Springs. Joe is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Kristen (Rich) Myers Fort Benning GA, Michael John Vinciguerra (Jennifer) Kintnersville, Christopher Vinciguerra (Sarah) Perkasie, Liz (Jerod) Lake Middletown CT, Jennifer Vinciguerra New Britain PA, Allison Vinciguerra Alburtis PA, Amanda Vinciguerra Kintnersville PA, Nicholas Vinciguerra Kintnersville PA, Kimberly Vinciguerra Kintnersville PA, Ella Vinciguerra Chester Springs PA and Olivia Vinciguerra Chester Springs PA. Joe also has 7 great-grandchildren, and countless nieces, nephews, extended family and friends who will miss him dearly.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at St. John the Baptist Church (intersection of 611 and 412) 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18947 at 10:00AM followed by Joseph’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM.
In lieu of flowers the family would prefer contributions be made in Joe’s Memory to the Parkinson’s Foundation (800) 473-4636, mailing address: 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami FL 33131 or the Michael J. Fox Foundation (800) 708-7644, mailing address: Donation Processing, PO Box 5014, Hagertown, MD 21741-5014. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Venus Anne (Weizer) Small died on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, she was 62. Venus was born on December 18, 1959, in Norristown, Pennsylvania. She is survived by her two daughters, Emerald Small of Troutman, North Carolina, and Aurora Reed, husband Jeremiah Reed, and cherished granddaughter, Avery Reed in Charlotte, North Carolina. Venus is also survived by the father of her children Michael Joseph Small of Hazleton, Pennsylvania, her half-brother John MacIntyre of Dubois, Pennsylvania, and her half-sister Victoria Eckert of Birdsboro, Pennsylvania, as well as 12 cousins and step-cousins, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Venus was preceded in death by her father Harry Herman Weizer, Jr of Burlington, New Jersey (1985), and her mother Mary Rita Weizer of Norristown, Pennsylvania (2000), as well as her brother Harry Herman Weizer III of Burlington, New Jersey (2018). Venus loved art, fashion, gift-giving, laughing, and music! Art, laughing, and rock music were her therapy. She was an incredibly talented artist – she would often use charcoal and acrylics to create exquisite works of art which she was quite modest about. She was a talented graphic designer for the Times Herald Newspaper in Norristown, Pennsylvania for several years. As for fashion, she had her own unique style (including partial dreadlocks in her hair). She loved turquoise jewelry, mascara, and tie-dye. Venus did not care about people’s opinions. She honored her uniqueness and many admired her for it. Gift-giving was how she articulated love and affection. Christmas time was her favorite time of the year to spend quality time with her daughters, son-in-law, Jeremiah, and granddaughter, “princess” Avery. Playing board games was always fun – especially Scrabble – She was such a wordsmith. Cooking together and making gingerbread houses until we laughed so hard we couldn’t breathe and our cheeks hurt are among our most cherished memories. For Venus, spending time with her friends and family was always the highlight of her days. In 2015, she was baptized at First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and later that year completed training to serve as a Stephen Minister. From 2019 to 2021, she completed the Kairos Spiritual Director program that teaches the art of spiritual kinship and companioning. A devotion to deep listening, walking alongside others and recognizing God in her own life and the lives of those around her. She was dedicated to sharing her spirituality and helping others realize the love of Jesus. It was the desire of Venus to be cremated. A celebration of life will occur at a future date by planting a tree and sprinkling her ashes. The date, time, and location are yet to be determined. If you have expressed interest in attending, the family will be in touch about the details. The family is grateful for the condolences. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Salvation Army at https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/rehabilitation/. She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. Proverb 31: 25
Lucyna J. Zdanuk
It is with heavy heart that we write of the passing of Lucyna J. Zdanuk, who entered into eternal life on Saturday, March 12 2022, in Phoenix Arizona, withy family by her side. She will be missed dearly by her younger sisters, Alina, Anna and Barbara. She was born in Warsaw Poland, the daughter of Aleksander and Genowefa Figura. Received US citizenship, and lived in US for 52 years.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 12:00PM (NOON) at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901 in the Chapel. The Chapel is located on the cemetery grounds. Travel through the cemetery gates to the end of the road and the chapel is on your left. Lucyna’s Mass of Christian Burial is at 12:30PM. Interment will immediately follow the Mass. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA 213-348-9421.
Zdzisław “Chester” Zurawski, 98, passed away on March 11, 2022 at Doylestown Hospital following complications after fracturing his hip. He was born on May 20, 1923 in Stolowicze-Baranowicze, Poland, the only child of Ernestyna and Jozef. His mother died of pneumonia when he was a teenager. He grew up in Pinsk, now part of Belarus, where his father owned several charcuterie shops. At the age of 16 he was taken as forced labor by the NAZIs to work on a farm in Germany. There he acquired his English nickname from British POWs, who began calling him Chester because he always greeted them with the Polish, “Cześć.” As he made his way back to Poland after the war, he learned that his father did not survive in his native town of Pinsk. Other young Poles returning to Warsaw took him in. In Warsaw he met his wife Fryda. They soon married and moved to Szczytno, Poland.
Chester had been interested in film and photography since boyhood. In Szczytno, he opened the town’s first cinema, cranking films by hand himself. He later started a photography studio in one of the rooms of the family apartment. Unable to live under the Soviets, who were responsible for the deaths of his father, Chester applied for a visa to the U.S. In 1964 at the age of 40 he was finally granted a visa. With his wife, and two children, Jozef “Marek” and Beata, he traveled to the U.S. by ship, a trip he recorded on his Bolex film camera. The family first settled in Irvington, NJ, and later in Edison.
Chester worked for Lorsten Studios in Union, NJ, first as a photo retoucher, and soon after as the in-house technician, responsible for the running and repair of all photographic equipment. In 1982 he completed course work to become a camera technician and opened his own camera repair business. Over the years he collected rare and fine cameras and his collection included U.S., Japanese, German, and Swiss models. Upon retirement Chester and Fryda moved to Minersville, PA. There Chester spent his time doing renovations on his home and building furniture.
Chester only drank alcohol on Christmas Day and Easter, and then only sweet liquors, Gran Marnier being his favorite. His grandchildren looked forward to these holidays because then Chester would open up and begin telling stories about his experiences in World War II. He spent much of his life attempting to replace the home that the war had taken from him and his family.
He is survived by his son Jozef “Marek” and his wife Elizabeth of Sarosota, FL; his daughter Beata Levin of Rome, Italy; his grandson Paul of Queens, NY; and his granddaughter Magdalena of Athens, GA.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, March 19th, 2022 at 12:00PM (NOON) to 12:30PM at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 in the Chapel. The Chapel is located on the cemetery grounds. Travel through the cemetery gates to the end of the road and the chapel is on your left. Chester’s Mass of Christian Burial is at 12:30PM. Interment will immediately follow the Mass. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Patricia (Davies) Teevan, 89, (formally of Somerset, NJ) passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Pine Run Community in Doylestown, PA with her loving family by her side.
Patricia is the daughter of the late Ella (McGinley) and Lewis T. Davies of Allentown, PA. She is survived by her brother William Davies of Bethlehem, PA, and preceded in death by her brothers Thomas Davies of Alexandria, VA and Edward Davies of Allentown, PA.
Pat graduated from Allentown High School and Moravian College. She married the love of her life, Bernard J. Teevan, who passed away in 1974. Together they had six children: Matthew (Amanda) Teevan of Whitehouse Station, NJ; Jennifer Teevan of Mashpee, MA; Kathleen (Donald) Saul of Chalfont, PA; Susan (Michael) Turek of East Brunswick, NJ; Patricia (John) Farmer of Portugal; and the late Michael P. Teevan. Pat is the beloved grandmother of Colleen, Michelle, Daniel, Maggie, Samantha, Olivia, Melanie, Matthew and Kevin, and a great-grandmother to Hailey.
Pat was a small business owner and worked for UMDNJ before retiring from L’Oreal in Somerset, NJ. She led an active life, raising her six children and engaging in a variety of local art and cultural organizations. Her love of travel, food, and cooking led her around the world on many adventures. Satisfying her love of the arts, she served on the board of the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University for many years. Pat was a long-time parishioner at St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church in Somerset, NJ prior to moving to Doylestown, PA.
At the request of the family, Pat’s funeral service and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Arthritis Foundation or the American Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown 215-429-4964.
Mildred “Millie” Leader-Parker had a zest for life that inspired countless memories and smiles. She died at her home at Neshaminy Manor on March 1st, 2022 at the age of 93.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, she graduated from City College and moved with her husband, Walt, and young son, Mark, to New Jersey, eventually settling in Teaneck.
She built a beautiful life centered around family and friends, never losing her love for New York.
She met her second love, Frederick, during her many travels. They had a true love story and would travel through life together as husband and wife for the next 15 years, living bi-coastal between her America and his England. They lived in Bloomfield, New Jersey for 15 years.
She is survived by her daughter, Rhonda, and granddaughter, Samantha, as well many nephews and nieces, grand-nephews and grand-nieces.
Her extended family included all those at Neshaminy Manor who she cherished, telling them she loved them daily.
She was preceded in death by her son Mark, her husband Frederick, one sister and two brothers.
Her laughter, love of life and her art for “telling it like it is” in her loving, sassy-way made the world a better place. She will be missed by everyone she touched and is always in our thoughts.
Family and friends are invited to attend Millie’s graveside memorial service at Doylestown Cemetery, 215 East Court Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 on Saturday, March 5th, 2022 promptly at 10:00am. Any additional questions regarding these arrangements can be directed to the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA 215-348-9421.
Anna Marie “Cissie” (Fecca) Anglescy
Anna Marie “Cissie” (Fecca) Anglescy, 94, of Trevose, PA passed away on Monday, February 7th surrounded by loved ones.
Born on May 27, 1927, in Philadelphia, daughter of the late Peter and Marie Fecca. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years Martin “Butch” Anglescy and her brother Anthony Fecca.
Anna Marie moved to Trevose (“the country”) in the 1930s. She attended Siles School and graduated in 1945 from Lower Moreland High School. She worked at The Philadelphia State Hospital at Byberry prior to her marriage. Anna Marie was a Cub Scout Den Mother, member of the Lower South Women’s Republican Club, member of the Assumption BVM Church, room mother for her kids at school and an active attendee to all manner of music and sporting events for kids, grandkids, and great grandkids. Anna Marie loved to attend to her plants and flowers, to draw and paint, read, travel with her husband, and to attend musical theater. Above all she loved to be surrounded by her family, cook delicious food and make sure anyone who came to her home felt welcome and left with a full belly.
She is survived by her brother Thomas (Mary Ellen) Fecca, her children Barbara (David) Speidel, Susan (Thomas) Flanagan, Thomas (Mary) Anglescy, Peter (Nanci) Anglescy, and Anita (Douglas) Todd, her eight grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, one great-great grandson and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, February 18th, 2022 at 9:30AM at Assumption BVM Church, 1900 Meadowbrook Road, Feasterville PA 19053 followed by Anna Marie’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM. Interment will immediately follow at Our Lady of Grace Cemetery, 1215 Super Highway, Langhorne, PA 19047.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Trevose Fire Company, Kyle McQue Fund, 4900 East Street Rd., Trevose, PA 19053. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown 215-348-9421.
Ted Froman, formerly of Plumsteadville, passed gently to the Lord at his home on January 13, 2022, surrounded by his adoring family.
He was born in 1936 in Northeast Philadelphia, the fourth of seven children of the late Joseph and Stella Froman. As a boy, Ted loved spending his time working on local farms, helping to bring in the hay on horse-drawn wagon and realizing his love for the farm life. As a young man, he proudly served in the US Army and was stationed in Germany. He later met and married the love of his life, Margaret, and together they started a family. It wasn’t long before they packed up their growing family and moved to Plumsteadville to build their future.
Ted was an independent man who worked with his hands his entire life. By trade, he owned an auto repair shop, an excavating business and always had an eye out for equipment and things to be bought and sold. He and Margaret gifted their family the farm life in Plumsteadville, raising cows, chickens, and horses and planting an occasional season of corn. In his later years, he enjoyed traveling with his wife across the USA in their camper visiting many state parks.
Ted loved his family fiercely and was loved back as much. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Margaret; their five children: Ted, Maggie, Tim (Nissi), Susan (Eric) and Terry; and the greatest joys of his life, their eleven grandchildren: Alice, Emily, TJ, Meghan, Samantha, Herb, Danny, Grace, Ryan, Brigid and Matthew.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing on Tuesday, January 18th, 2022 at 10:00am at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 235 E State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 followed by Theodore’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment will be at a later date.
Zygfryda “Fryda” Zurawski, 97, passed away on December 18 at Briarleaf Nursing and Rehabilitation in Doylestown, PA after a recent illness. She was born on February 18, 1924 in Warsaw, Poland, the only child of Aniela and Czesław Kowalczyk. When Fryda was a teenager, the Germans invaded and occupied Poland. Early during the war, her father was taken by the Germans and never seen alive again. Decades later his grave was discovered on the site of a former work camp in Denmark. Fryda and her mother spent the entirety of World War II in Warsaw, surviving both the uprising by Polish partisans and the NAZI’s retaliatory destruction of the city. The imprint of these war events never left Fryda’s imagination, even as her memory began to fail her in the last decade of her life.
At the end of the war in 1945, according to family lore, Fryda walked into her neighbor’s apartment to discover her future husband, Zdzisław Zurawski, standing in his underwear, ironing his pants. Zdzisław had spent the war as forced labor on a German farm. As he made his way back to Poland, he learned that neither of his parents had survived in his native town of Pinsk. Other young Poles returning to Warsaw took him in. The displacements caused by war made it possible for Fryda to find Zdzisław at the ironing board next door that day. They married that same year and he was at her bedside when she passed away.
Until 1964 Fryda and her husband lived in Szczytno, Poland. Fryda worked as a midwife and Zdzisław as director of the town’s movie theater. Later he ran a photography studio attached to the family home. Their son Jozef “Marek” was born in 1946. A daughter, Beata, was born in 1957. In 1964 the family of four emigrated to America, first settling in Irvington, NJ, and later in Edison, NJ. In the U.S. Fryda worked as a photo retoucher at Lorstan Studios in NJ alongside her husband. Upon retirement the couple moved to Minersville, PA.
Fryda was a devout Catholic and an active member of St. Stanislaw Church in Minersville as long as her health allowed. She was an excellent cook and baker and took pride in her kitchen skills–her two grandchildren inherited her love for cooking. She was also an animal lover, and during her life both here and in Poland had several dogs. Despite her piousness, she appreciated a good dirty joke, and was not above impish antics during family gatherings.
She is survived by her husband, Zdzisław of Minersville; her son Jozef “Marek” and his wife Elizabeth of Sarasota, FL; her daughter Beata Levin of Rome, Italy; her grandson Paul of Queens, NY; and her granddaughter Magdalena of Athens, GA.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, December 30th, 2021 at 12:00pm to 12:30pm at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown PA 18901 at the Chapel. The Chapel is located on the cemetery grounds. Travel through the cemetery gates to the end of the road and the chapel is on the left. Fryda’s Mass of Christian Burial is at 12:30pm. Interment will immediately follow the Mass. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Dolores Ruth (Pillé) Zawacki, 91, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2021 in Sarasota, Florida. She was born on December 1, 1930 to Charles and Ruth (Brady) Pillé in Paterson, New Jersey. Dolores is preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Frank Zawacki, as well as her uncles Bernie, Larry, and Patrick.
Dolores graduated from Saint Michael’s Nursing School in 1953 and received her Bachelor’s degree in Health Education from Jersey State College 1968. Dolores’ 45-year career as a nurse was her calling, and inspired future generations to follow in her footsteps.
Dolores was devoted to her faith and family. She was a devout Catholic, and member of the Rosary Society. She enjoyed cooking, music, sewing, shopping, games, and family gatherings. She will be remembered for her caring nature, warm smile, twinkling eyes, and sense of humor.
She was a devoted and loving mother, and is survived by her five children, Dolores (Stephen) Dzubaty of Howell, NJ; MaryAnn (Rob) Dickson of Venice, FL; Frank (Priscilla) Zawacki of Sparta, NJ; Stephen (Kit) Zawacki of Fort Myers, FL, and Gina Hamilton of North Brunswick, NJ; 11 grandchildren: Joyce, Carole, Marc, Heath, Brielle, Catherine, Stephen, Greg, Kelly, Frank and David, along with 12 great-grandchildren and her brother Tom (Barbara) Florian.
There will be a memorial Mass held on Friday, December 10, 2021 at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine with a burial to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider making a donation to Catholic Charities in your area, Tidewell Hospice in Venice-Sarasota, or the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa.
Jacqueline (Jackie) Litzenberger of Ottsville PA passed on peacefully on October 31, 2021 at Phoebe Nursing Home in Richlandtown, PA at the age of 79.
Jackie is the beloved wife of the late Joseph W. Litzenberger who passed away in October, 2011.
Jackie was born in Mt. Carmel PA. She received her Associates Degree from Alvernia University in Berks County PA.
Jackie retired from the Archdioceses of Philadelphia as a parochial school teacher at Our Lady of Good Counsel parish school in Southampton PA for 30 years and worked at the Rite Aid Pharmacy in New Britain PA.
Jackie is survived by her beloved sister Nancy and spouse Frank Shepcock of Marion Heights PA. Jackie is the beloved aunt to Debbie Vivaldo spouse Sam of South Carolina, Shawn Shepcock spouse Jennifer of Berwick, PA , Frank Shepcock spouse Lisa of Berwick, PA and Janet Reidler of Kintnersville, PA.
Jackie is the beloved stepmother of six children: Dolly Rutherford, spouse Bob of Pipersville, PA, Joseph Litzenberger and spouse Diane of Kintnersville, PA, John Litzenberger spouse Lisa of Kintnersville PA, Kathryn Rodenbach and spouse Charlie of Haycock, PA, Robert Litzenberger spouse Cindy of Revere PA, and Julianna Myers and spouse Eric of New Westfield, Mass.
Jackie was very involved in her faith community at St. Johns the Baptist Church of Ottsville, PA A member of the Altar Rosary Society and worked with the PREP children for their religious education at St. John’s as well as a dedicated volunteer at the school.
Reading, gardening, art and word searches was a few of Jackie’s hobbies. She loved people, those who knew Jackie knows she had a unique and genuine gift for touching peoples lives and acting as a mentor in difficult times. She was truly a selfless and gentle soul who will be sadly missed by many.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville PA 18947 on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 for an 11:00 AM gathering time followed by Jackie’s Mass of Christian burial at 12:00 NOON. Interment will be at St. John’s Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA.
In lieu of flowers, Jackie requested donations be made to St. John the Baptist Building Fund in her memory, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown 215-429-4964
Zdzislaw “Ziggy” Bystrek
Zdzislaw “Ziggy” Bystrek of Lawrenceville, NJ peacefully passed away on October 28, 2021 at the age of 57. Born in Mielec, Poland. Son of Tadeusz Bystrek and Maria Koziol. Survived by his wife Anna Bystrek, two sons David and Peter and their daughter Ewelina Bystrek Zettlemoyer, her husband Eric Zettlemoyer and his two granddaughters he loved so very much, Emily and Isabella.
Ziggy loved to work with his hands and will be remembered for the things he constructed and the relationships he built over his life. He served his community in Poland as a police officer for 20 years before coming to the United States. One of his proudest moments, in addition to his children and grandchildren was becoming a citizen of the United States. He loved spending time with his son’s German Shephard, Max.
In honoring his last wishes, services will be held at The National Shrine of Our Lady Of Czestochowa, 645 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 on November 5th, 2021. Family will receive relatives and friends at 11:30am followed by Ziggy’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30pm at the Cemetery Chapel located in the back of the complex thru the cemetery gates. Chapel is on the left. Following the Mass there will be a procession to the Columbarium for interment of ashes. Friends and family are invited after the interment for a traditional Polish lunch, location onsite.
If you wish to send flowers, please contact the family florist. Ambler Flower Shop, 215-646-6500, Orders should be placed to the attention of his daughter, Ewelina. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Elizabeth Zajac
Elizabeth Zajac, 61, passed away on October 23, 2021 in a motor vehicle accident. She was born in Poland on September 19, 1960 to Edward and Genowefa Szymkiewicz. She was the youngest of three daughters.
Elizabeth spent the first twenty years of her life in the small town of Skorkow, Poland on a small farm with her parents and sisters. She married Christopher Zajac in 1980 and soon became a mother to her only child, Camille. Not long after, she would embark on the adventure of leaving her homeland to escape communism and beginning a new life in the United States of America. In the United States, she learned English, was a devoted parent and grandparent, and was always generously giving of her time, efforts, and thoughtful gifts to those she loved. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and will be sorely missed by all who loved her.
Later in life, she met Mark Hessenius in 2011 and they were married in 2017. She was Mark’s best friend, love of his life and soulmate. She always lit up a room and loved life to its fullest. The impact she made on Mark’s life and anyone she met will always be remembered. She will be missed and never forgotten.
She worked for Kavo-Kerr (ISI) for the past 12 years as a hard-working and dedicated employee and always tried to make work fun. She enjoyed decorating her house, taking care of her flowers and plants, and found joy in the simplest things in life.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Genowefa Szymkiewicz and her brother-in-law Adam Kaminski.
She is survived by her husband Mark Hessenius and his two sons, Ryan and Patrick Hessenius, her sisters Anna (Szymkiewicz) Lagierska and Grazyna (Szymkiewicz) Kaminska, her daughter Camille (Zajac) Malucci and son-in-law Jason Malucci, and her grandchildren Charles, Genevieve, Leo, Anthony, Edward, and Benedict Malucci.
Her funeral Mass will be said at The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa at 645 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 on October 29, 2021 at 12:30PM. Her burial will be at the Shrine cemetery directly after the Mass. The service will be held in the cemetery Chapel, located in the back of the complex thru the cemetery gates. Close family and friends are invited to lunch at the cafeteria following the service and burial.
In lieu of flowers, we decided the best way to honor Elizabeth’s life was to provide a path to donate to children’s cancer research. Please see the link below to donate directly to St. Jude’s on Elizabeth’s behalf. http://giftfunds.stjude.org/Elizabeth_Zajac
Jan (John) Kukulski:
It is with great sadness that we write of the sudden passing of Jan (John) Kukulski who died on October 8th in Port Charlotte FL. he was 71.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, October 16th, 2021 at 9:30am to 11:00am (promptly) at the Myers Funeral Home, 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA 19002. Jan’s Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Saturday, October 16th 2021 at 12:30 pm at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. A reception at the shrine will immediately follow the interment. Masks are required.
Arrangements by Donahue funeral Home 215-348-9421.
Marianne Smaczylo was a Glass Sculpture Artist who attended the Tyler School of Art at Temple University in Philadelphia. She was lovingly known by her classmates and colleagues as M. Interested in dreamscapes, underwater worlds, and bubble eggs, M expressed these concepts through oil paintings, screen-printing, and of course glass. As a staff member at Pilchuck in Stanwood Washington, she had the opportunity to teach her skills to other glassblowers. Happy to visit what she called “Glass’s Home” Marianne was influenced by the time she spent in Italy, particularly Florence. Early on in her education she installed her piece “Swarm” in a common area of Tyler where passing students could experience a hivemind of green bubbles during their commute to class.
Her thesis “Guided Dream” debuted at The Stella Elkins Tyler Gallery at Temple University in 2019. The installation featured screen-printed textures that were projected through a kaleidoscope-like photo of a glass sphere, which radiated off clusters of colored bubbles. Each egg-like globe held within it the possibility of an entire universe inside its shell, and the light which was emitted cast textures of foreign planes within time and space onto the adjacent walls. The concept of the microcosm inspired M to begin a series of related paintings. Due to the mixed media involvement of this piece, M began to rethink what kind of artist she was and expand past her limitations. Her dedicated work ethic allowed her to continue to create through her illness. While she was satisfied with her work, she was compelled to push it further still.
Roller skate meetups served as a physical outlet for her when her health permitted it and allowed her body to feel boundless. It was commonplace for Mare to keep an iridescent hula hoop and quads in the car. “Just in case”. Her precious skater friendships extended her friendship community beyond that of family, Hallahan Sisters, and the artworld. Mare had the ability to quickly connect and open a friendship, even during her chemo, radiation, and subsequent hospitalizations. Opening a roller-skating rink in an inner-city area was her dream as she wanted to share the freedom the sport gave her.
M was a woman of few words, and many thoughts. Due to the short nature of her life, one must observe her work to comprehend her deep introspection.
“This is how I define thought in and of itself It’s liquid It’s electric It’s warm It buzzes It hums It’s emotion It’s knowledge It can be too much It’s everything But it must be experienced It’s like swimming in a strawberry milk pool full of electric jellyfish.” – M
In the early morning of August 12,1996 during a light mist of rain, Marianne was born in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Believing she was the gift of answered prayers, her mother fell in love with her immediately, yet her older sister only 6, was afraid to touch her out of fear that she would shatter and break. It wouldn’t be long before the two would become inseparable. Early on Marianne became known to her mother as the “I Do Girl” because she refused any help in learning to zip her jacket or other childhood tasks. She was fiercely independent throughout her life, working while a student and living on her own in Center City. Self-taught in guitar and ukulele Mare was able to play music by ear due to her early foundations in piano and the clarinet. At John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School, she was in all honors and A.P. classes but ultimately, she chose to pursue art.
Marianne left the earth late into the night of September 16th,2021, during a misty rain. She was only 25. She is survived by her sister Christine Smaczylo, and her mother Mary Lou Smaczylo. She is also survived by her father Walter Smaczylo and her cat named Chicken.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate her existence at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, Pa on Monday September 27th, 2021. Family greeting begin at 12:30 and Mass will start at 1pm in the historic Barn Chapel past the cemetery. After she is laid to rest, her family invites you to share a luncheon on site where her art will be on display.
In lieu of flowers, family would prefer donations be made to Pilchuck Glass School scholarship fund in memory of Mare to www.Pilchuck.org. Please copy and paste link below:
A mother’s love is something that no one can explain, it is made of love and great devotion…
Knowing Micheline, the great lady whose life we celebrate today, I am sure she would not like us to praise her as her modesty exceeded that of ordinary people by a thousand cubits. It must also be said that the circumstances leading us to do so are not the happiest.
We must begin by thanking you for your honorable and so important presence and your great support to our family.
We note that our adored Micheline, Tante Micheline for the youngest, was not always happy as she carried the suffering and concern of more than one. She stepped aside to allow others to shine. She forgot herself often to give herself to others. She was everything for her family and gave us a lot: love, affection, availability and attention. She has dedicated her life to serving others. She personified selflessness.
Micheline Bien-Aimé was born in Anse-à-Veau, Haiti on March 12, 1951 to Michel Bien-Aimé and Fidélia Fontus, the family had 5 daughters: Georgette, may she rest in peace, Simone, Micheline, Paulette and Maryse.
Passionate about nature and gardening, she also loved to sing and photograph everything around her.
Third daughter in the family, she immigrated to the United States in 1981 and worked to fulfill her American dream by acquiring her house in Philadelphia. A hard worker, devoted to her patients, she showed them boundless affection. Retired after 40 years, she had planned to indulge in her favorite activities but left without being able to fulfill her dreams.
Tante Micheline did not have biological children but her big heart allowed her to love and bring to everyone, her husband, her sisters, her nephews and nieces, her cousins, her step-children, her aunts, all her family, friends and colleagues, all she had of affection and empathy. She was a mom to many.
We will keep in our hearts the memory of this wife, this sister, this aunt, this cousin, this mother, this friend which a thousand others will not be able to replace.
Our deepest sympathies go to her husband Yves Destin, her sisters Simone, Paulette, Maryse, her nephews and nieces Daphnée, Jean-Michel, Françoise, Audrey, Alain, Eméric, Hugues, Judith, Claude-Michel, Giovanni, Laurent, Claire-Michèle, Laïla, Nathan, Sébastien, Nadine, Philippe, Yvon, Guil, her step-children Léo, Cédric, Jules, Daline, Lucie, Edouardo and Ryan.
To the families: Bien-Aimé, Fontus, Destin, Casséus, Séraphin, Bontemps, Augustin, Casimir, Cassamajor, Guerrier, Pierre, Saint-Pierre, Gaétan, Mondésir, Saladin, Cambrone, and Poji
Her friends and colleagues.
To all other relatives, friends and allies affected by this bereavement.
We especially thank all those who accompanied her during these last moments. We bless the Lord for the gift of her life.
We say thank you to Micheline for all she has been. She will always be alive in our hearts. Rest In Peace! Love Always!
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, August 28th, 2021 at 10:00am at St. Albert the Great Church, 212 Welsh Road, Huntington Valley, PA 19006. Followed by Micheline’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. A Livestream of the service can be seen on www.joinobit.com log in and search for Micheline’s Obituary or copy and past: https://www.joinobit.com/obituaries/1073-micheline-bien_aime-destin-1951_03_12-2021_08_15
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A mother’s love is something that no one can explain, it is made of love and great devotion…
Connaissant Micheline, cette grande dame dont nous célébrons la vie aujourd’hui, je suis sûr qu’elle n’aimerait pas que nous fassions son éloge tant sa modestie dépassait de mille coudées celle du commun des mortels. Il faut dire également que les circonstances qui nous poussent à le faire ne sont pas des plus heureuses.
Nous devons commencer par vous remercier pour votre honorable présence si importante et votre grand soutien à notre famille.
Nous rappelons que notre Micheline adorée, tante Micheline pour les plus jeunes, n’a pas toujours été heureuse tant elle portait la souffrance et la préoccupation de plus d’un, elle s’effaçait pour permettre aux autres de briller, elle s’oubliait souvent pour se donner aux autres. Elle était tout pour sa famille et nous a beaucoup donné: amour, affection, disponibilité et attention. Elle a voué sa vie au service des autres. Elle a personnifié l’abnégation.
Micheline Bien-Aimé est née à l’Anse-à-Veau, Haïti le 12 mars 1951 de Michel Bien-Aimé et Fidélia Fontus, la famille comptait 5 filles: Georgette de regrettée memoire, Simone, Micheline, Paulette et Maryse.
Passionnée de la nature et du jardinage, elle aimait chanter et photographier tout ce qui l’entourait.
Troisième fille de la famille, elle a immigré aux Etats-Unis en 1981 et a travaillé pour réaliser son american dream en acquérant sa maison à Philadelphie. Rude travailleuse, dévouée à ses patients, elle leur témoignait une affection sans bornes. Retraitée après 40 ans, elle avait prévu de s’adonner à ses activités préférées mais elle est partie sans pouvoir réaliser ses rèves.
Tante Micheline n’a pas eu d’enfants biologiques mais son grand coeur lui a permis d’aimer et d’apporter à tous, son époux, ses soeurs, ses neveux et nièces, ses cousins et cousines, ses beaux-fils, ses tantes enfin à toute sa famille et ses amis et collègues tout ce qu’elle avait d’affection et d’empathie, elle a été une maman pour beaucoup.
Nous garderons dans notre coeur le souvenir de cette épouse, cette soeur, cette tante, cette cousine, cette maman, cette amie que mille autres ne pourront remplacer.
Nos sympathies les plus profondes vont à son époux Yves Destin, ses soeurs Simone, Paulette, Maryse, ses neveux et nièces Daphnée, Jean-Michel, Françoise, Audrey, Alain, Eméric, Hugues, Judith, Claude-Michel, Giovanni, Laurent, Claire-Michèle, Laïla, Nathan, Sébastien, Nadine, Philippe, Yvon, Guil, ses beaux-fils Léo, Cédric, Jules, Daline, Lucie, Edouardo et Ryan.
À tous les autres parents, amis et alliés affectés par ce deuil.
Nous remercions spécialement toutes celles et ceux qui l’ont accompagnée durant ces derniers moments. Nous bénissons le Seigneur pour le don de sa vie.
Nous disons merci à Micheline pour tout ce qu’elle a été. Elle restera toujours vivante dans nos coeurs.
Rest In Peace! Love Always!
Katharina Gorton (nee Ruckert) of Ivyland, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday June 29th 2021. Born in Bobenheim am Rhein, Germany on June 15th 1938 she was the daughter of the late Alois and Auguste Ruckert.
It was in Germany where she meet her late husband James E. Gorton while he was stationed with the US Army 187th Infantry. There they married and had their first child before coming to the states, where she taught herself to speak English by watching American television. This began her love for watching the Philadelphia Phillies, Nascar and John Wayne movies. As a home maker she was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who cherished her time cooking for her family and caring for animals.
Kate will be greatly missed by her children Katie Guyer (Doug) of Ivyland, Eddie Gorton (Christy) of Doylestown, and Michael Gorton (Stacey) of Perkasie. Mom-mom of Brandon, Shelby, Travis, Ashley, and Allison whom she loved endlessly. She is also survived by great grandson Jack. Although Kate spent the majority of her life in the US she kept in touch with her family in Germany and welcomed and cherished their visits to the US and is survived by many relatives still living in Germany today.
Relatives and Friends are invited to attend her graveside service at Washington Crossing National Cemetery located at 830 Highland Road, Newtown, PA 18940 on Monday, July 12th, 2021 at 1:00pm. Please plan to arrive five minutes early to join car line to Military Gazebo. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions in Katharina’s name be made to Neshaminy Manor Activity Fund, 1660 Easton Road, Warrington, PA 18976.
Julia Wladyka Ferguson passed away on Sunday with loving family by her side. She was 97 years old. She is the daughter to the late John and Pelagia (Bessie) Makar. Julia is one of ten children, survived by her brother Raymond P. Wladyka.
Julia was predeceased in death by her beloved husband Robert P. Ferguson and married for 47 years. Together they are blessed with three loving children. Patricia M. Schroer, (Eugene L.) of Harrison, OH the late Robert Ferguson, (Marguerite), of Palmerton, PA and James A. Ferguson (Cathy) of Richville, NY.
Julia is the proud grandmother of ten grandchildren: Wade M. Wilkes (Jennifer), Kristin A. Wilkes (Roy), Sean M. Ferguson (Jessica), Lore A. Wilbert (Nathan), Daniel Q. Ferguson (Jennifer), Joseph P. Ferguson (Ashlynn), Joshua B. Ferguson (Laura), Theresa M. Ferguson, Aaron J. Ferguson (Meagan) and Benjamin D. Ferguson.
Julia adored her eleven great-grandchildren: Dezere J. Martin, Isabella J. Wilkes, Tanner M. Wilkes, Morgan J. Wilkes, IIiana M. Ferguson, Keili V. Ferguson, Aidan E. Ferguson, Aubree N. Ferguson, Caitlyn B. Ferguson, Liam A. Ferguson, and Lincoln A. Ferguson.
Julia was extremely proud of her family and dedicated to her faith. She was a longtime active member of St. John the Baptist Church in Ottsville, PA, a RENEW group member and a member of the Altar and Rosary Society.
When Julia was not spending time with her family making wonderful memories, she enjoyed sewing and solving cryptograms.
Julia’s legacy will live on in the hearts and mind of everyone she interacted with. She lived life through simple pleasures, chatting with friends and family and always making everyone feel important and loved.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, June 16th, 2021 from 10:30am to 11:30am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville PA 18942 followed by Julia’s Mass of Christian Burial at noon. Interment will immediately follow the mass at St John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont PA. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA.
Ronald A. Shultz (Pete) of Bedminster, passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021. He was 86 years old. He was the loving husband of Ann M. Shultz, (Cwikla) with whom he shared 64 years of marriage. Born in Hatboro, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Dorsey and Florence Shultz. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Kathleen Gallagher and Ronald, Jr.; his grandchildren, Nathan, Maria, Amanda and Amber; his sisters Elaine Turner and Donna Burgoyne. In addition to his parents, Ronald was predeceased by his sister, Alverta and brother, Dorsey M., and grandson, Ronald III.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, June 17th, 2021 from 10:30am to 11:30am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville PA 18942 followed by his Mass of Christian Burial at noon. Interment will immediately follow the mass at St John the Baptist Parish Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA.
It is with profound sadness that the family of Julian (Julek) Jozef Krezel announces his passing on May 28, 2021 at the age of 72. Julian is survived by his devoted wife of 35 years, Grace (Grazyna), and his children Filip Krezel, Margaret Mariani, and Julia Krezel- McDonnell. Julian will be greatly missed by his five grandchildren, Krystian, Christopher, Alina, Michael, and John, his daughter-in-law Deana Krezel, and his two sons-in-law Michael Keith Mariani and Ryan McDonnell, as well as many loved relatives and friends. On January 6, 1949, Julian, son of Kazimierz Krezel and Helena (Kochanski) Krezel, was born in the Polish countryside of Besko, Poland. Julian was a loyal employee of Johnson Matthey where he was celebrated for 25 years of committed service. From coworkers to family and friends, Julian was a beloved man who had the unique ability to make anyone laugh and smile. When with Julian, the mood was uplifted and joyful. Young at heart, Julian lived life to the fullest. As a talented creative with many hobbies, he enjoyed tending to the flowers and vegetables in his garden, painting impressionist art, woodworking and crafting jewelry. The world is a more beautiful place because Julian was a part of it. A Funeral Mass in memory of Julian will be held on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at 12:30 p.m., at St. Anne’s Chapel at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa at 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901.
Memorial donations in memory of Julian may be made to St. John Cantius Parish at 4415 Almond St, Philadelphia, PA 19137. All memorial donation inquiries should be made to Father Konstanty Pruszynski, 215-535-6667.
Louis S. Belsito, Jr. passed away with his wife by his side on May 9, 2021 at the age of 73 at his Son and Daughter-in-law’s home in Glassboro, NJ, where he resided since 2018. Lou is survived by his wife Gerri Belsito whom he married in 1968, and two sons: Louis D. Belsito spouse Lori of Glassboro, NJ and Michael J. Belsito spouse Thanh of Philadelphia, PA. Lou is the proud grandfather of Louis F. Belsito IV and Isabelle T. Belsito. He is also survived by his sister Joanne (Belsito) Dadak. A long-term resident of Bucks County PA, Lou was the son of Louis and Florence (Meinhardt) Belsito Sr. Early on Lou was a religious young man attending St. Mary’s Catholic School and Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School, then moving on to Bensalem Senior High School, and Bucks County Technical School. After graduating from High School, Lou enlisted in the US Army Reserves to serve 6 years. Lou was employed by Warrington Equipment Mfg. Co. (U-HAUL) for 20 years as an Engineering Product/Process Designer. Then he took a leap of faith as a Franchise Owner/Operator of multiple Midas Automotive Repair Centers in Pottstown, Whitehall, and Allentown, PA for 27 years. He then went back to Warrington Equipment Mfg. Co. until retirement. In 2015 he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease but despite his disability, Lou was determined to work for as long as he could, which he eventually retired from Warrington Equipment Mfg. Co. in 2018. He had a love for cruises and traveling to tropical locations and spent many years visiting Captiva Island, FL with family and long-time close friends. Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, May 21st, 2021 at Saint Bridget University Parish, 125 Church St, Glassboro, NJ 08028 at 10:30 AM followed by Lou’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. We will be in compliance with COVID 19 Guidelines. Friends may consider a donation in his name to any organization that can contribute to finding a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA. 215-348-9421.
Michael (“Mikey”) Joseph Schmerbeck, Jr., of Plumsteadville, PA, passed away on April 2nd, 2021 at the age of 29. Beloved son of Michael Joseph Schmerbeck, Sr and Phyllis Ann Schmerbeck, brother to Kristen Belfield (Cameron) and loving uncle to Reagan Belfield.
Mikey is survived by numerous loving aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends, including Michelle his cousin who was more like a sister. He was predeceased by his grandparents: Thomas and Mary Rogers and Robert and Josephine Schmerbeck.
Mikey was a graduate of Moravian Academy. While at Moravian Academy he lettered in soccer and baseball and was captain of the baseball team his senior year. He was accepted into the Honors Program at Lehigh University as an incoming freshman. Mikey went on to attend computer science classes at University of Massachusetts Boston and completed Thinkful’s Full Stack Development Program.
Mikey found his passion as a software engineer. He worked for several software development companies and was the lead engineer building the platform for the new application “Ripspot”, bringing it into the market place in 2021. He was so proud of the skills he developed and continued to grow during his time as a software engineer. It brought him so much satisfaction to see his projects completed. Go to MikeSchmerbeck.com to see some of his work.
He was an avid snowboarder and a certified scuba diver. Both he and his dad were roller coaster enthusiasts and spent at least one week each year during his childhood traveling throughout the United States on their “Roller Coaster Tours” to ride the biggest and best coasters. Mikey continued to love visiting Universal Studios and Disney with his family even as an adult!
Halloween is a shared passion among the Schmerbeck family. Mikey helped his dad plan their family’s annual Haunted Barn which started when Mikey was 4 years old and continued through 2019. Along with some of his best friends, he “acted” in the barn almost every year which served as a fundraiser for St. John the Baptist’s food pantry. What started as a fun event for a few friends grew to an annual event with 500+ attendees.
Mikey loved his family more than anything. He was truly his mom and dad’s best friend and loved nothing more than just spending time with them having dinner or watching a movie. He was the best little brother you could ask for. He always stood up for and protected his big sister, Kristen, even when he was the one antagonizing her. He also loved being an uncle. Uncle Mikey was his niece Reagan’s favorite person to facetime. He always used a filter to do animal faces for her which made her laugh and ask for more “Mikey”. He was also a fiercely loyal friend whom his friends referred to as a brother.
Mikey had a great sense of humor and was always a supporter of the underdog. He loved his family and friends tremendously. His bright blue eyes, big smile and laugh will live forever in our hearts and minds.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, April 9th, 6-8PM and Saturday, April 10th, 10-11AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday at 11:00am. Viewings and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942. Interment will immediately follow in the church cemetery.
A livestream of the Mass will be available on joinobit.com. Search for Mikey’s name and you will see a button to click to view the livestream that is scheduled to start at 10:45AM.
Memorial contributions may be made to “think hope”, Bringing hope to a hopeless world one person at a time. c/o Middletons, 544 Stone Bridge Road, Perkasie, PA 18944
Anne Theresa McNichol passed away peacefully on March 27, 2021, with her loving family by her side. Born on February 16, 1923, she is the daughter to the late Buckley Charles Jarvis and Anna Theresa Ciurgotowska of Philadelphia PA. Anne is the beloved sister to the late Charles Jarvis (Frances) and Patricia Kirk. She is the
sister-in -law to Anita McNichol and mother-in-law to the late Jackie McNichol.
Anne was predeceased in death by her beloved husband Louis J. McNichol. Together they are blessed with three loving children, the late: Louis Joseph McNichol Jr. (Cecilia “Terry”) of Moneta, VA, Charles Frances McNichol (Marie) of Kintnersville, PA and Laura Jeanne Fleck (James) of Kintnersville, PA. Together Anne and Louis had enough love to share with more than ten foster children through Social Catholic Services in the 1960’s.
Anne is the proud grandmother of fourteen grandchildren: Tina Rowlett (John) Burke, VA, Michelle Donovan (Tim) Collegeville, PA, Sean McNichol (Sandy) Upper Black Eddy, PA, Nicole Ventesca (Anthony) Doylestown, PA, Heather Eller (David) Coopersburg, PA, Faith Housworth (Jim) Riegelsville, PA, Ryan McNichol (Dayna) Springtown, PA, Colleen Hicks (Steve) Bedminster, PA, Carissa Alleva (Gustavo) Towson, MD, Regina Fleck-Rader (Paul) Rockville, MD, Amanda McNabb (John) Towson, MD, Anthony, Joseph and Leighana Fleck of Kintnersville, PA.
Anne adored her fifteen great-grandchildren: Jack Rowlett, Erin Donovan, Kylae Donovan, Nicholas Rowlett, Dylan McNichol, Cody Ventresca, Connor Donovan, Jake Ventresca, Regan Donovan, Blake Eller, Morgan McNichol, Presley McNichol, Landon McNichol, Bennett McNabb and Luca Alleva. Anne is the beloved Aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Anne graduated from Little Flower Catholic High School, class of 1939. Anne married Louis, the love of her life at St. Charles Borromeo, Bensalem in 1942. Anne held several employment positions throughout her life as School Teacher, Nurses Aide and in retail at John Wanamaker department store.
Anne was a loving wife and mother. She was a longtime dedicated member of St. John the Baptist church in Ottsville, PA where she pilgrimed to sites of Rome Italy, Lord’s France and the Holy Land. Anne was a member of the Altar Rosary Society, an active pro-life supporter, a Minister to the homebound, a member of the Legion of Mary, Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group as well as the American Legion Auxiliary. Fatima House held a place deep in Anne’s heart as she professed her vows as a Lay Apostolate.
Anne was immensely proud of her family, dedicating her life to her husband, children and later in life grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, loving her role as “Nana”. It was always Anne’s gentle way to give a handwritten note or card of wonderful wishes and prayers for special people in her life.
In Anne’s free time, she enjoyed fishing alongside her family, be it with her brother or grandchildren. She especially enjoyed cheerleading the athletes in her family. She liked sewing, reading, gardening, crocheting (baby booties), painting, riding her golf cart and animals, especially “Hopie” who spent most of her time by her side as they relaxed in the easy chair looking out toward the pond at God’s beautiful creation.
Lastly, Anne will always be remembered for her quick wit, generosity, advocacy, enjoyment of celebrating life with others and her undying desire for us all to grow deeper in relationship with God. ~
Family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, April 6,2021 from 10:30am to 11:30am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by Anne’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. A eulogy is planned prior to the mass at noon. Interment will immediately follow the mass at St. John’s parish cemetery. Parish COVID rules will be followed. A live stream of the mass can be viewed at www.joinobit.com on Anne’s obituary page.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Anne’s Memory to Fatima Retreat House, P.O. Box 116, Bedminster, PA 18910, St. John the Baptist, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942 or Huntington’s Disease Society of America, 505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902, New York, NY 10018. Arrangements by www.donahuefuneral.com
Bryce G. Hudson Jr.
Remembering the Life and Legacy of Our Beloved Brother
Bryce G. Hudson Jr. Sunrises: 12-28-1942 Sunset: 04-02-2021
A celebration of Bryce’s Life is scheduled on
Thursday, April 15th, 2021 Viewing: 9:00am – 11:00am
Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church 5620 Wyalusing Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131
Homegoing Service: 11:00am
Interment: Fernwood Cemetery 6501 Baltimore Avenue Lansdowne, PA 19050
Repass: Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church
Live stream can be viewed at www.joinobit.com.
Prayerfully yours,
Hudson and Wallace Family
It is with a heavy heart that we write to inform you that Andrzej Marian Sudol (65) died unexpectantly on March 17th 2021. Andrzej is the son to Genowefa and the late Marian Sudol.
Andrzej will be missed deeply by his loving wife of 35 years, Danuta and his three children Ewelina, Daniel and Kasia. Andrzej is the beloved grandpa to Przemek (9), Karolina (6), Sebastian(4), Kaya(2) His mom Genowefa, brothers Irek and Marian, sisters Lidia and Anna.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, March 27th, 2021 at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901, (Cemetery Chapel) from 10:00am to 12:00pm followed by Andrzej Mass of Christian burial at 12:00 noon. Interment will immediately follow the mass on cemetery grounds. (Cemetery Chapel) – Enter through cemetery gate, follow road to red cemetery chapel on your left.
Condolences can be mailed to The Sudol Family, C/O Donahue Funeral Home, PO BOX 1556, Doylestown, PA 18901. Flowers can be delivered to Shrine Cemetery Chapel by 9:30am. Arrangement by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Z głębokim żalem i smutkiem zawiadamiamy, że w dniu 17 Marca 2021 w wieku 65 lat zmarł:
Syn, Mąż, Brat, Ojciec i Dziadek
Ś.P. Andrzej Marian Sudol
Msza Święta Żałobna zostanie odprawiona w Sobotę 27 Marca 2021 roku o godzinie 12:00 w południe,
w Sanktuarium Matki Bożej Częstochowskiej (Kaplica Cmentarna),
654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901.
Modlitwa przy Zmarłym odbędzie się w tego samego dnia o 10:00 rano przed Mszą Święta Żałobną w Kaplicy.
Pogrążona w głębokim żalu Rodzina.
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Thomas B. Scattergood passed away peacefully on March 6, 2021 at the age of 72 at the Hill at Whitemarsh in Lafayette Hill, PA, where he had resided since 2018.
A longtime resident of Awbury Arboretum in Philadelphia, Tom was the son of Henry and Sara (Sally) Scattergood and attended Germantown Friends School. He grew up in a large family that enjoyed camping, canoeing and summer travels to Maine and New Hampshire. Tom graduated from Yale University in 1970 where he majored in English and was Captain of Varsity Soccer. He later earned a Masters in Education from the University of Pennsylvania. Tom first taught at Moses Brown School in Providence RI before returning to Germantown Friends where he served 17 years in teaching and administrative roles, in addition to coaching soccer and other sports. In 1991 he was diagnosed with a brain tumor which unfortunately ended his teaching career. Despite his disability, Tom continued to enjoy many hobbies including woodworking, gardening, music, and watching sports.
He is survived by his wife Kate Flynn whom he married in 1980, and two children: Joseph Scattergood and Abby Scattergood, both of New York. Other survivors include his sisters Anne Fogg of Baltimore, MD, Sarah Ashe of Middlebury, VT, Ellie Lash of Northampton, MA, Mary Scattergood of Havertown PA, and many nieces and nephews.
Plans for a memorial service will be deferred due to COVID. Please email the funeral home at donahuefuneral@gmail.com to be placed on a list when services are scheduled.
Cecil W. Bean passed away peacefully on March 1, 2021, he was 90 years old. Born on February 11, 1931, he is the son to the late Cecil S. Bean and Estella (Peashock) Bean of Norristown, PA. Cecil is the beloved brother of Joseph, Walter, and Herbert Bean.
Cecil is predeceased in death by his wife Grace Bean of Norristown and Joan Bean of Reading. Together Joan and Cecil had three loving children, Cecil N. Bean spouse Margie of East Norriton PA, Mary Jo Carlin spouse Bernard of Eagleville PA and JoAnne Adams spouse Fred of Fort Meyers FL.
Cecil is the proud grandfather of Meghan Bean (Guminski), Sarah Bean (Buehler), Kyle Bean, Christine Carlinand Bridget Carlin. Cecil adored his four great grandchildren, Tristan, Zoey and Teddy Buehler and Lydia Guminski.
After graduating from Norristown Area High School, Cecil enlisted in the Pa. National Guard and went on to serve 20 years as a Sergeant in his unit. Cecil was employed by Alan Wood Steel Company and worked there until the company closed. He then went to work for PennDot until retirement.
Cecil loved the outdoors and enjoyed hiking, fishing, and golf. His favorite sport was basketball. In the 50’s, he was an All Star Basketball player earning All Star Status in every league he played in. When his children were attending grade school, he was an active member and served as president of STAC (St.Titus Athletic Club) where he trained many teams for basketball and baseball leagues in the area.
Cecil, along with his wife Grace have been serving those in need at St. John’s Soup Kitchen in Norristown for the past thirty years. Cecil was a worker and supervisor and it became known as Cecil and Grace Bean’s Soup Kitchen. There are many friends keeping their legacy alive today by carrying out their important mission.
Cecil’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 23 E. Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401 at 9:30 AM. Interment will immediately follow the service at St. John’s Cemetery on church grounds.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Cecil and Grace Bean’s Soup Kitchen, Inc., P.O. Box 6, Norristown, Pa. 19404. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown.
Maria Giovanna Czumbil
Maria Giovanna Czumbil age 79 of Florida passed away on January 20, 2021. Maria was born in Trenton, NJ. She is the loving daughter to Vincenzo and Henrietta Gioe.
Maria is the beloved wife for 58 years to Stephen Anthony Czumbil. Together they had two loving children, Mark Everett Czumbil spouse Kimberly of Perkasie, PA, and Maria Renee Kelly of Doylestown PA. Maria will be sadly missed by her four grandchildren, Mark Czumbil, Kristin Czumbil Thomas Kelly, and Sophia Kelly.
Maria is the beloved sister of Jean Falvo, Vincent Gioe and Enrica Chretien and the late Benedict Gioe.
Spending time making memories with family and friends was Maria’s favorite pass time. She enjoyed crafting with a focus on Knitting and Pine Needle Basket Weaving. She liked Photography and being active in Water Aerobics and Dance. Maria continued to learn throughout her life as she was an avid Reader.
It is no surprise that Maria had a passion for learning early on as she received her Associates of Arts from Buck County Community College as a member of the Dean’s honor list and later bachelor’s degree Magna Cum Laude. Maria shared her skills as an Office Manager and Legal Secretary for Frank Mancino and a Secretary for New Jersey Educational Association (JNEA) as well as a licensed Notary in New Jersey.
Family will receive Relatives and friends on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, Cemetery Chapel, (follow cemetery sign, enter through the cemetery gates, follow the road through the cemetery to the red chapel on your left), 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA at 12:00 noon followed by Maria’s mass of Christian burial at 1:00pm.
In lieu of flowers to honor Maria’s love for cats, donation can be made to the Bucks County SPCA, 1665 Street Road, New Hope, PA 18938
Shunming Zhu
Shunming Zhu age 59 passed away on January 15, 2021 in her home with her loving family by her side. Shun Ming was born in Shanghai China. She is the loving daughter of Guo Ping Zhun and Lin Di Duan.
She was the proud mother to Maxwell Jin of Warminster, Pa. Shun Ming is the beloved sister of Yong Zhu, Bi Ying Duan and Yong Mei Zhu of China.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a gathering at 10:00am on Tuesday, January 19th at 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA 19002 (Shaeff-Myers Funeral Home).
In Loving Memory:
Shuler – McHugh – nee: Sagan
On January 3, 2021 Theresa N. of Blackwood NJ passed on peacefully.
Theresa is the devoted mother of Kenneth McHugh wife Susan, Rita McGlade husband Thomas, Kathleen McHugh, Peter McHugh wife Tricia, Mark McHugh and Theresa Burdey husband William.
Theresa is the beloved sister of Charles Sagan late wife Mary and Marie Tokarski husband Hank. Theresa will be sadly missed by her fourteen grand-children and four great-grand-children. She is also the beloved Aunt of many nieces and nephews and a wonderful friend to many.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 10:00AM at Our Lady of Hope/St. Agnes Church, 701 Little Gloucester Road, Blackwood, New Jersey 08012 followed by Theresa’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM. Entombment St. Josephs Cemetery 240 Lower Landing Road, Blackwood NJ 08012.
The family would prefer contributions in Theresa’s Memory to Samaritan Hospice, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 71425, Philadelphia, PA 19176-1425 or visit: www.samaritannj.org/giving. Condolences may be written at www.joinobit.com. Live Streaming is also available from 10:30am to the end of Mass. You can use this link: https://www.joinobit.com/obituaries/499-theresa-n-mchugh-1936_09_26-2021_01_03 or log onto www.joinobit.com, locate Therea’s obituary and at 10:30am on Saturday, you will see a red light to join the live stream.
Please note facial masks and social distances will be observed. Arrangement by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA 215-348-9421.
RICHARD R. LESSARD
We are saddened by the passing of Richard R. Lessard in the early morning of Monday, December 21, 2020. Born on March 15, 1943 in Lowell, Massachusetts, Richard was gifted by God with both an exceptional intellect and musical talents that he shared with everyone throughout his life.
His adolescent years were spent with the Marist Brothers of the Schools. As a Marist brother Richard was consecrated to God, and instructed to follow Jesus in the way that Mary did, dedicating himself to the education of children and young people, with a preference for those who are most neglected. Richard’s passion for education was reflected in his lifelong involvement with charitable donations to educational institutions, but also in his attention and devotion to the education and development of his children, extended family members, and friends.
Richard’s drive for education earned him a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and a PhD from the University of Maine. Richard spent his career with Exxon-Mobil Research and Engineering, retiring as a section-head. His outstanding accomplishments with Exxon-Mobil included the development, and patent of several innovative oil-spill remediation agents. Richard had a love for nature, especially the ocean. Combined with his interest in ecology, and exceptional intellect and education, he provided much of the direction for the cleanup of the massive oil spill from the Exxon Valdez in 1989. In 2003, Richard received the annual ASTM Award of Merit for his guiding contributions to oil spill cleanup techniques that have been adopted by several countries around the world.
Richard’s passion for music brought him to a crossroads at a young age: to pursue a musical career as a very talented trumpet player, or choose the aforementioned career that fulfilled his passion for ecology. Although Richard’s choice had a vast impact on our world and he shared his musical talents in his circle of family and friends, it was his deep love for people that leaves us with broken hearts with his passing. Richard has helped many throughout his life and willingly gave his time, and love. He always left us in a better place after spending time with him. Our world has less in it without him. May Heaven receive what we have lost.
Family will receive relatives and friends at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 4040 Durham Rd., Ottsville, PA 18942 on Wednesday, December 30th at 9:45am followed by Richard’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am. Interment will immediately follow at Cathedral Cemetery, 1708 Oram Street, Scranton, PA 18504. Those wishing to send flowers may send them to the church. However, In lieu of flowers, on-line donations in Richard’s name can be sent to: The Marist Brother
Michael Patrick Ralph was the first son of Michael Joseph Ralph and Regina Patricia Ralph (nee: Halloran). He has two younger brothers, Kevin (Michelle) and Sean (Christy). He was born hard of hearing in both ears, along with being legally blind in his left eye. His first 8 years of education were spent at Archbishop Ryan School for the Deaf where he acquired good audio and speech skills and met many of his first deaf friends.
At the age of 13, he was mainstreamed at Ridley Middle School and later Ridley High School in his neighborhood. He not only excelled on all the sports fields but also became a prominent leader of the Student Body Council (Class 1973).
After studying Psychology at Bloomsburg University (PA), Michael graduated from Gallaudet University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (1978) and a Masters Degree in Developmental Psychology (1980). In 1981, he completed an advanced certification in School Psychology with Specialization in Deafness, the first school psychologist program designed to meet the needs of Deaf students in the United States.
In his 40-year career working at four state schools for the deaf in South Dakota, Pennsylvania, New York and Maine, not only did he serve tirelessly with Deaf students, he also extensively devoted his time and energy to the local Deaf Community and associations to advocate for the best interests and improve the quality of life of Deaf adults. Those civil organizations include: Maine Center on Deafness, Gallaudet University Alumni Association, City of Sioux Falls Mayor’s Commission on People with Disabilities, Pennsylvania Society for the Advancement of the Deaf, Deaf-Hearing Communication Center (PA), Creative Access, Inc. (PA), and the New York Deaf Theater.
In PA, he served at after-school and summer sports programs, and was a great and caring coach who mentored many Deaf children in basketball, baseball, and soccer at Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in the mid 1980’s to early 1990’s. Many former PSD students are still in close contact with him to this day. Same for those of Lexington School for the Deaf in NY. In 2014, he teamed up with several PSD staff to form a union for the first time since 1984. He was the president of this union for the last six years. All in all, his lifelong goal was to make a difference in the life of people he met.
Michael fought a sudden diagnosis of ampullary/pancreatic cancer in August and leaves his beloved wife of 14 years, Annette Lin, and their 10-year-old daughter, Olivia Grace.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, December 29th, 2020 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, 51 Lansdale Avenue, Lansdale, PA 19446 at 9:30AM followed by Michael’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM. Interment will be private at the family’s convenience.
In lieu of flowers, online donations can be made to The Deaf Apostolate, Archdiocese of Philadelphia at http://deafcatholicphilly.org, or DeafCAN! http://www.deafcanpa.org to support their important work towards Deaf people and community. Condolences can be written on: https://www.joinobit.com/obituaries/442-michael-patrick-ralph-1953_07_07-2020_12_17.
FATHER RICHARD E. HUBER, MSC Father Richard E. Huber, MSC died around 10:45 AM on the morning of December 16, 2020, at Holy Family Manor, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He was 87 years old. He was born in Waterville, Maine on March 13, 1933 to Oscar and Leonilda (Paganucci) Huber, both now deceased. He attended Notre Dame Parochial School in Waterville from 1940 – 1946. After graduating from Waterville High School in 1950, he attended the University of Arizona from 1951-52. He then entered the novitiate of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, in Youngstown, Ohio in the fall of 1952. He made his first profession of vows on September 14, 1953. He continued with studies for the priesthood at Sacred Heart Seminary in Shelby, Ohio where he made perpetual profession of vows on September 14, 1956. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 30, 1959 by Bishop George Rehring, D.D. at Toledo, Ohio. His assignments since ordination included appointments as parochial vicar: at St. John the Baptist, Ottsville, PA from 1961-70; at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, Watertown, New York from 1971-72; at St. Francis of Assisi, Warwick, Rhode Island from 1972-74; at Holy Family, Nazareth, Pennsylvania from 1974-81; at St. Mary’s, Elgin, Illinois from 1982-83; and at Holy Cross, Batavia, Illinois from 1983-88. From 1970-71, he also provided priestly assistance at St. Peter’s, Mansfield, Ohio. He ministered as a hospital chaplain: at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Reading, Pennsylvania from 1981-82; and in 1988, at Mercy Hospital, Watertown, New York. In 1989, he was appointed parochial vicar at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, Watertown, New York. During his time at Holy Cross, Batavia, Illinois, he and the pastor, Father Thomas Keller, MSC were both sworn in as Batavia Fire Department chaplains. Father Huber went on a sabbatical from August 1990 until December 1990. He spent that time at the Center for Continuing Formation in Ministry under the auspices of Notre Dame University at Notre Dame, Indiana. He studied theology and scripture. After completing Clinical Pastoral education courses at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, Illinois in 1994, Father Huber was Catholic chaplain at Mercy Center of Northern New York nursing home until 1999. From 2000 until 2002 he assisted at parishes in Ticonderoga, Ausable, West Leyden and Croghan, New York. In October of 2002 he was appointed parish administrator of St. Therese de Lisieux in Newcomb, New York and St. Henry’s Church in Long Lake, New York. After that he continued to live at the residence of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Watertown, New York, providing parish and hospital ministry. He then moved to Center Valley, Pennsylvania, and took up residence at Sacred Heart Villa with the MSC community there in 2012. In 2018, he moved to Holy Family Manor, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania where he spent the rest of his life. Father Huber was widely appreciated for his gentle and understanding counseling of penitents and persons in distress. He enjoyed spending time with extended family in Maine, around the 4th of July, where he dined on fresh Maine peas, that he shelled himself, along with corn on the cob, lobster, and fried clams, at Pemaquid, and in New Hampshire, for Christmas, where he savored the family rigatoni recipe, good wine and a variety of holiday treats. Father Huber is survived by Paul Paganucci, a cousin. He was predeceased by his parents. He was the only child in his family. An evening prayer vigil service will be held for Father Richard Huber at Sacred Heart Villa, Center Valley, Pennsylvania, on Monday, December 21, at 5 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial for Father Richard Huber will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at 11 AM, at Sacred Heart Villa, Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Father Vincent Freeh, MSC will preside and preach. Interment will be at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove Street, Waterville, Maine 04901, at a later date. May Father Richard Huber, MSC rest in eternal peace with God. Memorial contributions in the name of Father Huber may be made to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, 3300 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034. Condolences can be left at: https://www.joinobit.com/obituaries/441-father-richard-e-huber-1933_03_13-2020_12_16
Francis Xavier Steffe formally of Ocean City, NJ died on December 12, 2020 at Christ’s Home in Warminster, PA he was 93. Frank was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late George Steffe and Jennie C. nee: Lippl, Steffe. in the Loga section of the city. Frank graduated from Roman Catholic High School. He joined the Navy after High School in 1945 and received the World Warr II Victory Medal. Upon his return home from the Navy Frank completed his CPA Accounting Degree at Villanova University. He enjoyed a career with Libby’s Foods and Pincus Brothers – Maxwell in Philadelphia, PA until his retirement and residing in Ocean City, NJ. Frank was the beloved brother to the late Jane DiSipio (Anthony), George Steffe (Barbara) and Marie Donahue (Philip). Frank is survived by his sister Dolores (Dolly) Joson (the late Raymond) of Haverford and Joseph Steffe (Dorothy) of Warminster. Frank will be dearly missed by his many nieces, nephews their spouse and children. Frank had a passion for music and had a wonderful voice to flaunt. In times when words had been lost, he would sing you a song from Frank Sinatra or one of his other favorite artists. It was perfectly said in a condolence from a dear friend, “Frank has gone home in time to try out for the Angelic Christmas Choir”. We are most grateful for the exceptional care Frank received over these past few years from Christ’s Home, Warminster and at the time of need the care from Caring Hospice In Fort Washington, PA. Family will receive relatives and friends of Monday, December 28th, 2020 at 10:00am at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 235 East State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 followed by Frank’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM. Interment will immediately follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 3301 W. Cheltenham Avenue, Glenside, PA 19150. A live stream of the mass is at www.joinobit.com. Masks are required and social distancing is encouraged.
Flora Galaschewski of Philadelphia passed on December 12, 2020, she was 87. She was the beloved wife to the late Francis (Frank) Galaschewski. Flora is the beloved mother to Grace, Barb and Fran Szell. Flora is the proud Grandmother of Pam, Sissy and Charles Jr Szell. Flora will be deeply missed by everyone who was blessed to know her. Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, December 18, 2020 at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114 at 9:30am followed by Flora’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am. Interment will immediately follow. The family respectfully requests donations in Flora’s honor to Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity, 3501 Solly Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19136.
Vincent R. DeBlasis 82, Born in Phila. North Catholic Grad. Raised in Nicetown. Known to Most as Sonny, and also Chief.
Vincent proudly served the City of Philadelphila, He joined the Police Dept in Aug of 1959 serving Honorably until Sept of 2003, achieving the Highest Civl Service Rank of Chief Inspector with 44 years of service.
He married Anna May Santoro in 1957. They had 5 children Robert, Gary, Vincent, Lori and Nicholas. All 4 boys followed in their Fathers foot steps and became Philadelphila Police Officers. It was the First and Only time a Father and 4 sons were on the Philadelphila Police Department at the same time.
Although he was proud of his sons , Lori was his princess. Her Husband Joseph Yanuzzi Proudly serves on the Philadelphila Fire Dept and One of her children serves on the Philadelphila Police Department.
Vincent, Sonny, Dad, Brother, Grandpop, Great Grandpop and Poppie was admired and Loved by his entire family. Nothing was More Important to Vincent then his Family and Yes, “The Dallas Cowboys” he was their # 1 fan!
He never missed a Cowboys game and was teased by all that he took a Cowboys loss worse then Jerry Jones. He befriended many of the Cowboys staff and even traveled to their training camp in Texas.
Vincent (Sonny) is survived by his wife Anna May, 5 Children and their spouses Robert and Cristal, Gary and Gail, Vince and Joanne, Lori and Joe and Nicky and Chrissy, Sister Rosie Militti, many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. He will be sadly missed but always remembered.
Services are Private
Ida Burd Obituary Ida (Fugate) Burd, age 96 passed away on November 17, 2020 at Briarleaf Nursing Home in Doylestown, PA. Ida was the loving daughter of Judy and Adam Fugate. She was a proud and loving mother of Ishmon, Yvonne (Willard) and Vanessa (Ritchie). She will be greatly missed by her caring and loving daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ida was much loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. She was a model of a joyful mature christian mother through many trying times in her life. In every trial she gave all the praise to Jesus Christ. Family will gather at the gravesite for a short interment service on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Greenwood Cemetery, 1800 Hamilton Ave, Hamilton NJ at 11:00 AM. Arrangements by: Donahue Funeral, Flourtown, PA
Lisa (Bruni) DeCero, age 52 passed away on October 13, 2020 at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Lisa is the loving daughter of Mary Lou and Anthony Bruni and granddaughter of Loretta and the late John Marcolongo. Lisa is the beloved sister of John. She was a proud and loving mother of Michael (Khloud) and Anthony. Lisa is the adoring grandmother of Dominic, Muhammad, Umar, Malak, Maysem,and Adreanna. She will be greatly missed by her caring and loving Aunts, Uncle and Cousins. Lisa was much loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at St. Ephrem Church, 5400 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem, PA from 10:00 AM -11:00 AM, followed by Lisa’s Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 AM. Interment will immediately follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Arrangements by: Donahue Funeral, Flourtown, PA
https://www.joinobit.com/obituaries COPY AND PASTE IN ADDRESS LINE FOR LIVE STREAM OR VISIT WWW.JOINOBIT.COM AND SEARCH: CODY Peter Alan Cody of Upper Black Eddy, Pa passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at his home at the age of 72 surrounded by loving members of his family.
Peter was born in St. Michael’s Hospital, Newark, N.J. to John and Mary Cody. He attended St. Rose of Lima School in the Roseville section of Newark, graduated from Essex County Vocational and Technical High School in 1969 and attended Essex Community College. He has been a resident of Upper Black Eddy since 2018. Prior to his recent move to Bucks County, Peter resided in Tenafly NJ for sixteen years. While Peter worked in security for many years, he was most recently employed as a driver for Superior Distributors, Elmwood Park NJ. As a road warrior, Peter really found his niche with Superior Distributors and he was a valued employee. He loved embarking each day on a route that took him in all directions in the tristate area. He said each day was an adventure on the road, with puzzles to solve, new areas to explore, reliance on his own wit and will and love of the open road. Peter retired in 2010 and continued experiencing the open road but this time in a more leisurely fashion. He and his wife Susan took many trips in their camping van visiting family around the county and enjoying our National Parks. His favorite trips were to Utah, Yellowstone National Park, and Cody, Wyoming.
Peter had a life-long interest in trains and trollies and early public transportation. He would travel for miles to ride on a steam powered engine, visit a train or trolley museum, or check out Horseshoe Curve, train trestles, train yards or turntables. Roadside America was a favorite. He was a history buff and our nation’s historic sites were on the top of his list for visits. He is survived by his beloved spouse Susan Cody (nee Kiley) whom he married in 2012. Peter was the proud father of six cherished children: Jennifer (Jeff Shoell), David, Brian (Erin), Mary, Jeffrey and Lauren. He was also delighted by his beautiful grandchildren: Ciara Anne, Erin, Jackson, Nathaniel Robert, and Theo Grace.
Peter was a devoted son to his mother Mary and father John and the youngest sibling in a family of five boys. That position in the family taught him many life lessons. He is survived by his brother Rev. John Cody C.Ss.R. of Liguori, MO, brother James and his wife Patricia of Brick NJ, and brother Raymond and his wife Rosemarie of Warren NJ and sister-in-law Judy Cody. Peter was pre deceased by his brother Fredric. Peter will be greatly missed by his nieces and nephews and their children, his cousins, and Susan’s children, grandchildren, and extended family. Peter was well known for his NY Yankee hat which he always wore. To many friends he was known as “Pete the hat” or just “the hat.” He felt most at peace in two places: his home in the beautiful countryside of Bucks County and the SMA (Society of African Missions) in Tenafly where he attended mass and devotional services. Many thought of Peter as a man of few words but as an ancient Greek once said: “Do not say a little in many words but a great deal in a few.”
Family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942 at 12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM, followed by Peter’s Mass of Christian burial at 1:00 PM.
Peter had great compassion for children with cancer and supported St Jude Children’s Research Hospital for many years. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude’s, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the SMA Fathers, 23 Bliss Ave, Tenafly, NJ 07670. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown. (215) 348-9421. This service will be broadcasted live, please go to www.joinobit.com or contact our office and we will forward you the link. A computer or smartphone is required.
Maria Elena Middleton born into eternal life on Thursday, October 8, 2020 with her loving family by her side. She was 18 years old on September 10th. She is the beloved daughter to Brian Michael Middleton and Susan Frances (Troiano) Middleton of Perkasie, PA. Maria is the beloved sister to Brandon Davidow (Megan); Caitlin Fling (Michael); Sean Middleton; Kimberly O’Grady (Sean); Kevin Middleton; Siblings in heart: Diego Hill (Erika); Jamie Ayuso. She was the loving Aunt to eight nieces and nephews: Alexis, Logan, Luke, Jack, Jake, Sam, Molly and Gabriel. Maria is survived by numerous very loving, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her loving grandparents: John and Florence Middleton and Paul and Rose Troiano. Maria was an active member of her parish community, St. John the Baptist in Ottsville, PA. She graduated in 2017 from the Regina Academy at Saint John the Baptist and was a recipient of the Parish Award, Highest Average Award, Highest Average Religion Award, President’s Outstanding Academic Excellence Award, American Legion Award, Knights of Columbus First Place Essay Contest, 2017 Participant Penn Relays 100-yard dash and 2016 Catholic Textbook Project History Essay Contest Award. She was Junior Class President of the class of 2021 at Villa Joseph Marie High School and was a member of Community Service Corps, Diamond Key Club, Mission and Ministry Team, Hope-A-Thon Overall Chair, Mini-Thon-Freshman Captain, Chorus and JV Basketball team. Maria was a recipient of the Widener University High School Leadership Award, she received the Highest Freshman World History Grade and Highest Honors English I Grade. She was a member of the National Honor Society and the National Society of High School Scholars. Helping others was Maria’s dedication as she was involved in the Mother of Mercy House Annual Coat Drive and Building a Bridge to Uganda. Maria’s hobbies and interests include being a Cantor, playing the piano, a dancer and dance instructor at Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance and she was an avid reader. However, her most treasured activity was spending time with family and friends.
Her kind heart, fierce mind and brave spirit will continue to inspire each of us until we are reunited together in heaven. The impact of her life was her quiet ability to lead, unite, and inspire people to become better versions of themselves while fostering the love of God. Her spirit has affected the lives of many around the world and will continue to do so. Our loss is heaven’s gain.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday evening, October 14, 2020 at 4:00PM to 8:00PM at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 in the Upper Main Church and on Thursday morning, October 15, 2020 from 9:00AM to 12:00PM in the Upper Main Church followed by Maria’s Mass of Christian burial at 12:00PM. Interment will immediately follow at the Shrine Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions can be made to The Regina Academy at Saint John the Baptist,4040 Durham Road; Ottsville PA 18942. Additional information can be found at www.joinobit.com/obituaries (condolence can be written). A livestream of the Mass can be found on: www.facebook.com/american.czestochowa/ and www.youtube.com/americanczestochowa . Arrangements by Donahue Funeral, Flourtown, PA
Marie Theresa (Terry) Gieser passed away peacefully on September 24, 2020 with family by her side in Quakertown, PA she was 76. Our mom, Terry Gieser was born to Pauline Comegys-Kaufman and Edward Kaufman in Westminster, Maryland on October 26, 1943. Her father was a “gentleman” farmer. She thoroughly enjoyed her childhood on the family farm with her parents and siblings. Terry was the youngest of 5 (Margarita, Joanne, Eddie and Paul). Mom spent time at St. Mary’s College in southern Maryland earning her teaching certificate at The University of Maryland where she met her husband of 54 years, Steve Gieser.
Mom and Dad made their first home in Greenbelt, Md where she served as a second-grade teacher at Adelphi Elementary for several years. This is when her son Alex was born and she decided to leave teaching. Raising a family was going to be the joy of her life. University Park, Maryland, Cincinnati, Ohio, Derwood Maryland and 25 years in Chestertown, Maryland were places she lived with her beloved family. Daughter, Sarah was born while in University Park and son, Andy was born in Cincinnati. As a girl our mom enjoyed travelling to Millington, Maryland where she had fond memories of visiting her grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins and even attending dances above the family hardware store. While on the eastern shore she spent parts of her summers at Camp Wright on Kent Island. Our sister, Sarah, writes: “Our mom was an extraordinary woman who put her heart and soul into raising her children. Mom had my brothers and I involved in so many activities to broaden our horizons, to always be learning. We played on sports teams, took music lessons, explored museums, enjoyed the outdoors (especially the ocean) and connected often with dear friends and family. Mom was a den mother for boy scouts and always hosted large groups of kids for meetings and parties. Mom loved to cook and bake fabulous deserts! Many recipes we will never forget. Mom was extremely involved in our school and church and volunteered endlessly helping special needs children learn to swim, read and ride horses. Mom was a rock star at making holidays and birthdays unforgettable! She was also organized enough to keep track of all our extended family’s birthdays and addresses, always writing beautiful letters. Mom was a joyful and nurturing grandma (Ni Ni) to our children as well, giving them memories to cherish always. We will miss mom more than words can express.” She is survived by the love of her life Steve Gieser, and her devoted children, Sarah Price (Seth), Andy Gieser (Lisa) and Alex Gieser (Mary Ann). She is the beloved sister to Paul Kaufman and sister in law Nancy Kaufman. Her Grandchildren will miss her dearly, Chloe, Benji, Rylan, Visakha, Brinda, Chase, Ilah, Audrey and Asher and Great grand daughter Eden. Our family finds comfort in knowing she is at peace in the presence of her Lord. A memorial service will be held in Maryland in the Spring. In lieu of flowers please consider giving to Life Quest Nursing and Rehab Center Activities Department where Worship services, blue grass concerts, paint and sip gatherings, old time movie nights are a few of the activities that brought our mom happiness in her four years there. LifeQuest Nursing Center, 2450 John Fries Highway, Quakertown, PA 18951. Arrangement by: Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown , PA
Mark Henry Koch from Ferndale, PA, passed to Heavenly hunting grounds on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 94 years old, born to Forrest & Elsie (Weirbach) in Bethlehem, PA. He attended Bethlehem Tech in his senior year. Mark had five sisters: Ruth True, Otella Biehn, Marian Winters (deceased), Grace (deceased) and Dorothy Thomas; four brothers: Owen, Adam and Raymond (all deceased) and Donald.
He was an Army Korean veteran, served 1950-1952 and awarded Army of Occupation of Germany Medal. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth A. (Fleck) for 67 years and a dedicated loving father of three daughters: Patricia Landis (Jay), Jane, Kathleen Spencer (Chuck, deceased); six sons: Mark Jr. (Nancy), Brian, David (Karin), Alan, Thomas (Kimberly, deceased) and Timothy (Sonya). He had 20 grandchildren (plus three predeceased), three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mark retired from Bethlehem Steel in 1986 (35 years). Mark was a member of St. John the Baptist Church, where he sang in the choir. He was a member of Loyal Order of Moose and the Ferndale-Revere Hunting Club. Mark enjoyed hunting with brothers, brothers-in-law, sons, son-in-law and grandsons. He liked carpentry, to cook, dance Polkas, gardening, make dandelion wine, play casino slots and pinochle, attend the yearly Pennsylvania Farm Show and work on multiple handyman jobs that included assisting sons with mechanical solutions. He loved his loyal dog Jackie and spending time with family.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, September 18, 2020 at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942 from 10:30 AM -11:30 AM, followed by Mark’s Mass of Christian burial at 11:30 AM. Interment will immediately follow at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Cemetery, Church Road, Haycock Township, PA.
Donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. 1-800-478-5833.
Wear red on Friday for all service people to come home. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown. www.donahuefuneral.com.
Robert V. Cotton March 22, 1929 – May 24, 2020 Lifelong Community Leader, Robert V Cotton, passed away from COVID-19 on May 24, 2020. Bob was raised in Granby, Connecticut with his five siblings. 1st Lt Cotton served on the front line in Korea and awarded a Bronze Star of Honor. Bob earned a B.S.E from UConn and a M.S. at U of Penn. As an engineer, Bob dedicated his working life in the Telecommunications Industries. Bob and the love of his life, Margaret Jean Garrity, were married in 1955 and relocated to Pennsylvania, eventually settling in New Britain Township. Surviving the Great Hartford Circus fire, triggered a desire to serve his community. Bob was active in the Chalfont Fire Company, the Brittany Farms Association, a Masonic brother, the VFW, and was a founding member of Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church. He served as a NBT supervisor for more than 4 decades. In honor of his community work, Bob had a Rte. 202 bridge and township park named for him. Bob is survived by his daughters and son in laws: Deborah (Robert) Kleeman of Chalfont, and Nancy (David) Lansberry of Garnet Valley, PA. He was the beloved Grampa to Joshua and Cori Kleeman and Alison and Christopher Lansberry. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean, and his infant daughter, Jennifer. A celebration of his life will be held on September 19, 2020 at Lenape Valley Church in New Britain, PA. Guests will be greeted by the family beginning at 9:45 AM; the service will be at 11:00 AM. To honor Bob’s patriotism, guests are invited to wear red, white, and blue. In lieu of flowers, please consider volunteering an hour of community service or making a donation to Chalfont Fire Company in Bob’s name. Messages for the family may be left at www.robert-v-cotton.forevermissed.com. The service will be live streamed on the church’s website, www.lenapevalleychurch.org. Burial services will be held September 22, 2020, 11:00 AM at the Washington Crossing Military Cemetery. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, www.donahuefuneral.com.
Bill Bolla passed peacefully into heaven on his birthday, August 2nd, 2020. Bill was born in Chester, PA, 73 years ago to William and Margaret Bolla (Campbell). He spent his childhood in Drexel Hill, PA and attended St. Joe’s Prep in Philadelphia. “Bolts” graduated from Penn State University in 1969, forming longtime friendships while active in Sigma Chi Fraternity. He later served in the United States Army, receiving an Honorable Discharge. Bill was married to Mary Ann Bolla (Snyder) in Carlisle (1971-1995). A 1972 graduate of Dickinson Law School, Bill practiced law in Reading, PA before serving as an Assistant District Attorney in Bucks County. He joined private practice in 1976, and was a Partner at McNamara, Bolla & Panzer before becoming Senior Partner at High Swartz, LLP. He was experienced in all phases of general practice, with a concentration on real estate, land use and zoning. Bill represented multiple Zoning Hearing Boards, and served as President of the Bucks County Bar Association in 1996- 1997. In addition to his practice, Bill was very active as a volunteer in many different charitable organizations, community and civic groups. He served as President of the Bucks County American Cancer Society and on the Board of Directors of A Woman’s Place. He was the Founder and President of the Bucks County Challenger Division, a Little League program that provides the opportunity to play to handicapped and special needs children in Bucks County. Bill served as a bartender extraordinaire at many fundraisers for these organizations. He was also a coach within the Buckingham Athletic Association, Connie Mack Baseball and a coach, referee and umpire within the Doylestown Athletic Association. “Bolts” was a great third baseman, in his own right, at least according to him. In 2010 Bill married Linda Coia; they enjoyed a loving and fun filled marriage. Bill and Linda loved to travel, but nothing could compete with their little slice of Doylestown heaven, where they spent their time with devoted family and friends. Bill loved gardening, Penn State football, the Phillies, Eagles and Sixers. Bill is survived by his wife Linda Coia. He is also survived by his two sons Chris Bolla (Debbie) and Greg Bolla and his stepdaughters Tierney McAfee (Efi Shabtai) and Rachel McAfee (fiancé John Iannacone). Bill is also survived by his grandchildren Lucas and Annabelle (Bolla) and Louise (Shabtai). Bill/Dad/Bolts/Pops, your legacy will live on and you will be remembered as a caring, kind and dedicated father, husband and friend. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bill’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society at https://www.cancer.org/involved/donate/memorial-giving.html.
Christine Ellen Johnson, 43, of Darien, CT died on her birthday Monday, July 20, 2020 at the Regional Hospice Center in Danbury after a valiant two-year battle with cancer. She was born on July 20, 1977 in San Sebastian, Spain to Philip Johnson and Maria de los Angeles Johnson Antoñana. She grew up in Doylestown, PA, graduated from Central Bucks High School East, and graduated Cum Laude from Drexel University with a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems. She went on to become a consultant and project manager in Pennsylvania and Connecticut for financial institutions such as GMAC, Smart Consulting, and RBS.
She married Michael Kuchmek on April 11th, 2014 in Puerto Rico. She is survived by her husband of six years, her son Christian Kuchmek, her parents Philip Johnson and Maria de los Angeles Johnson Antoñana, and her three sisters: Anne Johnson, Kathleen Johnson and Caroline Johnson.
She will be remembered for her love of family and friends, her love of sailing, boats, a good party, and her desire to help those in need; particularly the malnourished and local food banks.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at St. John the Baptist Church, 4040 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA from 10:00am to 12:00 noon followed by Christine’s Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by Father Vincent Freeh. Interment service at St. John the Baptist Cemetery immediately following Mass. A reception will be held at Durham Springs Restaurant (formerly Cascade Lodge) in Kintnersville PA.
In lieu of flowers, Christine requested donations be made to local food banks in her name. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA.
James (Jim) Arnold Felton passed on Thursday, July 9th at Columbia Cottage Nursing Home in Collegeville PA with his family by his side. He was 75. Jim formally of Charlotte NC is survived by the love of his life Suzanne (nee: Nassif) Felton. Together they celebrated 52 years of marriage. Born in Portsmouth, VA, Jim is the beloved son of the late Jesse and Goldie (nee: Cherry) Felton. He was a graduate of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA earning a degree in Electrical Engineering. Jim enlisted in the United States Airforce in 1964 and was stationed in Chicopee Massachusetts where he met the love of his life, Suzanne. He was honorably discharged in 1968 as a Sargent. Jim worked as an Electrical Engineer for most of his life with Carolina Power and Light in Sanford, NC for 22 years and 14 Years at Central Carolina Community College / Dennis A Wicker Civic Center. Community involvement was important to Jim as he was President in the Rotary Club of Pinehurst, President in United Way of Lee County and highly active with Salvation Army and Chamber of Commerce. Jim was a man of faith. A member of Matthews Church of God, First Baptist Church of Sanford and First Baptist Church of Aberdeen. Jim was a man of many interests. He enjoyed swimming in the ocean at the Outer Banks, being near the coast. Jim liked working with his hands, keeping busy with different projects. He enjoyed golf (most of the time) and was an avid reader. Jim held a lifelong interest in learning, with a special interest in man and its relationship with the vastness of the Universe. Jim never missed an opportunity to be with Suzanne, taking rides and seeing the different types of architecture in their journey. Of course, like most of us he enjoyed his sweets and ice cream. If Jim had been missing for a while, the family always knew they would find him at Lowe’s. In all of what we have written so far, one of Jim’s most favorite title is Father. Jim was a family man and is the beloved father to Julie Felton Moller and spouse Michael of Charlotte, NC and James Arnold Felton, II and spouse Alicia, Trappe, PA. Jim is the beloved brother of Norma Ryther, and Karen Lowe and the Late Dennis Felton. Jim is the beloved grandfather of Lillie Ellen Moller, Christian David Moller, Cameran Leigh Felton and Lea Quinn Felton Relatives and friends are invited to Jim’s Celebration of Life service on Saturday, July 18th 2020 at 9:00am outside under the trees at the First Baptist Church of Sanford, 202 Summit Drive, Sanford, NC 27330. In the event of rain, the service will be held in the sanctuary. The family would prefer memorial contributions be made to: American Lung Association https://action.lung.org/site/Donation2?df_id=31272&mfc_pref=T&31272.donation=form1. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA.
Daniel K. Selby of Doylestown passed on peacefully Tuesday, June 30th, 2020. Dan is the beloved husband of Sandra (Sandy) nee Rivetti Selby. He is the beloved son of the late Elwood and Lillian Selby. Sandy and Dan had two loving children, Deborah Selby and Daniel J. Selby. Dan is the beloved brother of Stephen Selby (Judy), Philip Selby (Janet), Jonathan Selby, Lois Selby Acton (Ralph) and the late David Selby (Darlene). Dan will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Services and interment are private. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown www.donahuefuneral.com.
JOHN “JACK” BRODY John “Jack” Brody, a lifelong resident of Philadelphia, PA died on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at Einstein Hospital. He was 91 years old. Jack was born on March 4, 1929 to John Brody and Edna Deveraux (Knopf). He attended Roxborough High School and was employed by Canada Dry Beverage Company in Northeast Philadelphia for over 30 years until his retirement.
Jack enjoyed participating in theater and performed in summer stock in his formative years. He took pleasure in summer visits to Sea Isle City, NJ. He was also a passionate Philadelphia Sports fan. Jack took great pride in his four children and loved sharing in their achievements.
Jack is survived by his four children, Donna Andreoli (Rick) of Plymouth Meeting, John Brody of Conshohocken, Michael Brody (Corrado Minimo) of Philadelphia, and Suzanne Brody of Collegeville and was predeceased by their mother, Josephine Brody (Angelozzi), in 1986.
He is also survived by his sister, Doris Bryner of Willow Grove, his three grandchildren, Natalie Perez (Xavier), Justine Brody, and John Brody, two great-grandchildren, Clark and Claire Perez, along with many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff of the Abramson Center for Jewish Life in North Wales for providing excellent care to Jack for the past year.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, July 2, 2020 from 10:30-11:00 am followed by Jack’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at Saint Matthew’s Church, 219 Fayette Street, Conshohocken, PA 19428. His interment will immediately follow at Saint Matthew’s Cemetery in Conshohocken, PA.
WILLIE FELTS Wille Felts of Philadelphia passed on peacefully with family by his side, he was 81. He is the beloved husband to the late Odessa Felts who passed away in 2007. Willie Felts is survived by his 3 children Darnella Lewis, Vernon Felts and Lorenzo Felts Sr. His son-in law Anthony Lewis, Daughter-in-Law Faatimah Felts, grandchildren, Desiree, Anthony Jr. Saniyah, Kyra, Taheer, Corria, Tai, Lorenzo Jr, Willie and Anton. Brothers Ben Stevenson, Robert Stevenson and sisters Theresa Edwards and Arnethia Stevenson Paige. And a host of nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Mr. Felts memorial service Monday, June 15, 2020 at Shaffe Meyers Funeral Home, 145 Tennis Avenue, Ambler PA 19002. Followed by memorial service precisely at 11:00am. Interment: Chelten Hills Cemetery, 1701 East Washington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. In accordance with health regulations social distancing will need to be observed.
BROTHER JOSEPH K. TESAR, MSC
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BROTHER JOSEPH K. TESAR, MSC Brother Joseph Keith Tesar, MSC died on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at 8:40 PM, at Manor Care Nursing Home, Bethlehem, PA. He was 87 years old. He was born in Denver, Colorado on December 29, 1932 and was adopted by Stephen and Mary (Connor) Tesar, both now deceased. He received his primary education at St. Mary’s in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and at St. Francis de Sales in Denver, CO, as well as St. Michael’s in Galena, Illinois. He also spent a few months each at schools in Clinton, Iowa, and in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. In 1947, he entered the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Mission Seminary in Geneva, Illinois, where he completed four years of secondary education and one year of college. In 1952, he entered the novitiate of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Youngstown, Ohio and made his first profession of vows on September 14, 1953. He continued studies at Sacred Heart Seminary, Shelby, Ohio and made his perpetual profession of vows on September 14, 1956. He continued studies in Shelby until 1959. Br. Tesar’s first assignment was to the MSC community in Youngstown, Ohio, where he did kitchen and house work, in addition to maintenance, from 1960 until 1962. He then transferred to Sparta, Wisconsin, where he continued this work in 1962-63. In 1963, he returned to Youngstown, where he remained until 1970. During that time he was also involved in social work in the wider Youngstown community. He was then appointed to the vocation department, first at Geneva, Illinois from 1970-73, and then in Watertown, New York, from 1973 until 1975. The following year he devoted to special studies, at the end of which he was appointed as a hospital chaplain as a member of the MSC community in Reading, Pennsylvania, where he lived until 1979. In that year, he moved back to Watertown, NY where he began and managed the Christian Care Center there for the disadvantaged. He continued in that role until 1989. During that time, he ministered as a prayer leader and counselor for people who came to the Christian Care Center needing help. In 1989, his ministry took on a whole new dimension. He headed for the overseas missions in Papua New Guinea (PNG). In November 1989, he became a member of the community at St. Joseph Vocational Training School, Fissoa, on the island of New Ireland. He engaged in renewal ministry there with students and families. In January 1992, until 1995, Br. Joe assisted in a two-year formation program for diocesan seminarians at Tuias Spirituality Centre on New Ireland. In 1994, he became the director of this program. One year later, in 1995, he was appointed to coordinate the Charismatic renewal in the diocese of Kavieng. He gave workshops at various parishes and published a periodic newsletter about the Charismatic renewal. Later on, he once again directed candidates for the priesthood in the diocese of Kavieng during their year of discernment at the Tuias formation centre. Later, after the year 2000, Br. Joe moved to the archdiocese of Rabaul. He directed pre-novices and novices there for a short time. He then went to Chanel College, a secondary school and seminary, where he was a spiritual director. He also provided spiritual direction to other people during his time there. In 2006, he returned to the USA and was assigned to the Aurora, Illinois community. He assisted in spiritual direction there, as well as in volunteer work at Hesed House, assisting the homeless and disadvantaged. In 2013, he moved to Sacred Heart Villa in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, to enjoy his years of retirement. Later he lived at Manor Care Nursing Home, Bethlehem, PA until the end of his life. Br. Joe’s adoptive sister Agnes (John) Wagner, of Dubuque, IA, pre-deceased him. He has four nephews and four nieces with whom he spent many days camping and fishing in Iowa, and was a great uncle. One of his nephews, Dan Wagner, once visited him in PNG. In accord with the virus guidelines a Mass of Christian Burial for Br. Tesar will be celebrated on Saturday, June 6, 2020, at 10:00 AM at the Sacred Heart Villa with his community of priests, brothers and invited guests. Br. Tesar will be buried at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Ottsville (Haycock), PA. Donations in his memory may be made to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Villa, 3300 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034.
FATHER JOHN J. PAUL, MSC
Father John J. Paul, MSC died on June 2, 2020, at around midnight. He was 87 years old . He was born in Laureldale, Pennsylvania on October 8, 1932 to Walter A. Paul Sr. and Edith M. (Wenrich) Paul. He graduated from Holy Guardian Angels Parochial school, Reading, PA in 1946. In that same year he entered the Sacred Heart Mission Seminary in Geneva, Illinois, where he completed four years of secondary education and one year of college studies. In 1951, he entered the novitiate of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, in Shelby, Ohio, and concluded his novitiate in Youngstown, Ohio. He made his first profession of vows on September 14, 1952. He continued with studies for the priesthood at Sacred Heart Seminary in Shelby for three years, making perpetual profession of vows on September 14, 1955. He then traveled to Rome, Italy, where he studied at the Gregorian University until 1959, receiving the degree of Licentiate in Sacred Theology. Fr. Paul was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Joseph Gawlina, D.D, in Rome, Italy on July 13, 1958. He then returned to the USA and continued studies at the Catholic University, and in 1962 he was awarded the degree of Doctor of Canon Law. His first assignment thereafter was as a teacher at Sacred Heart Seminary, Shelby, Ohio. In 1964, he became director of the theologate program, first at Shelby and later at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, Illinois. From 1973 until 1985, Fr. Paul was a member of the provincial council. In 1982, he became superior of the MSC community in Youngstown, Ohio, a position he held until January, 1992. Beginning in 1971, he served as a judge in various diocesan tribunals, including those of Chicago and Youngstown. He served as a judge on the Provincial Tribunal and was the chairman of the Ministry to Members Board from 1985 until 1991. In January of 1992, he was appointed parochial vicar at Holy Family Parish in Nazareth, PA., and as a part-time pro-synodal judge for the tribunal of the Allentown, PA diocese. In August 1996, Fr. Paul was appointed to the Reading, PA community as superior. He then served full time on the Allentown diocese marriage tribunal. On July 1, 2001, the Reading and Center Valley, PA communities became the Pennsylvania community, and Fr. Paul was appointed superior. On December 19, 2002, Bishop Edward Cullen appointed him as Judicial Vicar for the Allentown Diocese Tribunal. In 2007, Fr. Paul moved to Sacred Heart Villa in Center Valley, PA, where he lived for the rest of his life, except for the last few weeks. He continued to work in the Allentown diocese tribunal, doing so from the Villa when he could no longer drive. Fr. Paul is survived by a sister, Edith, widow of David Moorman, Reading, PA. He was predeceased by brothers Walter A. Paul Jr., Frederic F. Paul, Fr. Gerald (Chet) Paul MSC; sisters Nancy Quire and Monica Miller. Other survivors are sister-in-law Bernice A. (Rohrbach) Paul, brother-in-law Gerald C. Miller Sr., Reading, PA, 16 nieces and nephews, and over 30 great nieces and nephews. In accordance with the virus guidelines a Mass of Christian Burial for Fr. Paul will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 10:00 AM at the Sacred Heart Villa. Bishop Alfred Schlert of the Allentown diocese will preside. Fr. Michael Camilli, MSC will preach. Fr. Paul will be buried at Gethsemane Cemetery in Laureldale, PA. Memorial contributions in Fr. Paul’s memory may be made to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Villa, 3300 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034.
Brother George Farkas, MSC
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died on Friday, May 29, 2020, at about 1 AM, at Manor Care Nursing Home, Bethlehem, PA. He was 88 years old. He was born in Northampton, Pennsylvania on July 23, 1931 to George and Sophia (Baziak) Farkas. He graduated from Assumption Parochial school, Northampton, PA in 1945, and from Northampton High School in 1949. He attended Bethlehem Business School, Bethlehem, PA, in 1953-54. From 1955 to 1968, he worked at Cement National Bank in Northampton. In 1970, he entered the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart novitiate in Shelby, Ohio, and made his first profession of vows on June 12, 1972. As a novice, he was assigned to the keeping of accounts, which he continued to do throughout his religious life. After the novitiate, he remained in Shelby until 1976, making perpetual profession of vows on May 22 of that year. Br. George was then assigned to Aurora, Illinois, where he was the provincial treasurer from 1980 until 1992. While in Aurora, in addition to his duties as treasurer, he regularly preached in the Mission Cooperative Plan throughout the United States. He was a member of the core staff of the provincial administration. In September 1992, Br. George was assigned to Youngstown, Ohio, where he assisted in managing the financial affairs of the Youngstown community and the retreat house. In July 1996, he was assigned to Reading, PA for various community service ministries. In June 2000 Br. George returned to Aurora where he continued his community service ministry. He also participated in ministry to the Aurora community at large by working with the homeless at Hesed House, working the late evening and early morning hours overseeing the men’s sleeping quarters there. He later retired and moved to our community in Center Valley, PA. In 2015, he moved to Manor Care Nursing Home in Bethlehem, PA, where he lived for the remainder of his life. Br. George had one brother, three sisters, and one half-sister who predeceased him. They were Andrew Farkas, Elizabeth Kuchera, Anne Stackel, and Mary Andrews, and his half-sister Margaret Milander. He has numerous nieces and nephews and was a wonderful uncle. In accordance with the virus guidelines a Mass of Christian Burial for Brother George will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 3rd, 10:00AM at the Sacred Heart Villa with his community of Priests, Brothers, Relatives and invited Guests. Interment will be at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock, PA. Family requests memorial contributions in brother’s memory to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Villa, 3300 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034.
Caesar Thomas Gaza, Ph.D., 93, of Toms River, New Jersey, passed away on May 23, 2020. Born in Brooklyn, New York on October 4, 1926 to Waclaw and Irena (Majer) Gaza, Caesar received his early sacraments at Our Lady of Czestochowa and St. Casimir Church on 25th Street, in what was known at the time as South Brooklyn. Caesar attended Our Lady of Czestochowa School and was a graduate of Manual Training High School (later known as John Jay High School) on Seventh Avenue in Park Slope. Being a Brooklyn kid, handball was his athletic activity of choice in his younger days.
In 1944, Caesar voluntarily enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps, the predecessor to the United States Air Force. He endured basic training at Fort Dix in New Jersey and was stationed at Amarillo Army Airfield in Amarillo, Texas, where he trained as a mechanic for the B-17 bomber, known as the Flying Fortress. Following his military service at the end of the Second World War, Caesar returned to Brooklyn and attended New York University, from which he received his bachelor’s degree in 1953, his master’s degree in 1955 and his doctoral degree in psychology in 1963, working all along the way, including for the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. A coffee lover to the end, he was known to frequent the famous Café Figaro in Greenwich Village and could be seen studying or enjoying an art show in his beloved Washington Square Park.
For over thirty years, Caesar was a professor of psychology at Kean College in Union, New Jersey, formerly Newark State College and now Kean University. He lectured mainly in the fields of developmental psychology and special education, and engaged in private clinical practice following his retirement from teaching.
In 1958, Caesar married Diana Jaszek, M.S., of North Plainfield, New Jersey (formerly of Brooklyn), with whom he had become reacquainted after having known her in the old neighborhood. Diana passed away in 2005 after forty-six years of their loving marriage. The couple moved to Maplewood, New Jersey to raise their children, Grazyna Walsh (Cary, NC) and Copernicus Gaza (Katonah, NY), and enjoyed living in the township for over thirty years. In 1999, Caesar and Diana moved to Lakewood, New Jersey before Caesar moved to Toms River in 2018. Caesar was a longstanding parishioner and lector at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Irvington, New Jersey, where he was a fixture at the 9:30 Polish Mass. He later was a parishioner at St. Mary of the Lake Church in Lakewood, where he served as Eucharistic minister, offering Holy Communion at Mass and in local hospitals.
Caesar was immensely proud of his Polish heritage and was a longstanding member of the Kosciusko Foundation and the Polish Institute of Arts and Sciences of America, both of New York City, and the Polish University Club of New Jersey, where he received the Man of the Year distinction among other accolades. Most notably, Caesar was a founding trustee and president many times over of the Polish Cultural Foundation. He was instrumental in guiding the organization from its humble beginnings in 1973 in a rented storefront on 18th Avenue in Irvington, New Jersey to its present campus in Clark Township, New Jersey. Caesar remains trustee emeritus at the Foundation. Suffice it to say, Caesar was far more likely to be found at the art museum or the symphony than at the bar or the ballgame.
In addition to his two loving children, Caesar is survived by ten beloved grandchildren, Stephanie, Anthony, Nicole, Evan, Thomas, Claire, Elizabeth, Jillian, Jameson and Zachary, and three great grandchildren, Myla, Vincenzo and Luciano, all of whom will dearly miss their Dziadzio. He is predeceased by his brother, Richard J. Gaza, Esq., and his sister, Isabelle M. Gaza, M.Ed., in addition to his wife, Diana.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 30th, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Church in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Interment will follow at The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown.
Should you wish to make a charitable contribution in Caesar’s name, please consider The Polish Cultural Foundation, 177 Broadway, Clark, New Jersey 07066-1849, www.polishculturalfoundation.org, or the Polish Children’s Heartline, www.polishchildrensheartline.org.
Clare Jane Murphy of Kintnersville, died unexpectedly at Lehigh Valley Hospital on May 14th. She was 81 years old. Clare is the beloved wife to Jim Murphy. They had been a devoted couple for life celebrating 45 years of marriage in January. Clare is the beloved mother to Brian Murphy of Kintnersville PA and Colleen Tabacheck (the late Daniel) of Cheswick, PA. Clare is the beloved grandmother to August and Ryder Tabacheck of Cheswick, PA. Clare was born in Philadelphia PA and is the beloved daughter to the late John Bennie and Irene Hacker-Bennie. Clare is the beloved sister to Rita Devine (late Ed) of Philadelphia and beloved sister to the late Jean Walsh and the late Doris Ritty. Clare graduated from Hallahan Catholic Girls High School. After graduation Clare worked as an accounting supervisor at Corestate Bank in Philadelphia. She dedicated her life to raising her children and being a wonderful wife to Jim. In her later years, Clare worked at CCI as a mail sorter until her retirement. Clare’s faith was an inspiration to her family as she was a devout catholic, a member of St. John the Baptist Church in Ottsville, she was also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary and Quakertown Legion. Reading, gardening, puzzles, crossword puzzles, baking and black Friday shopping were a few of Clare’s favorite things to do. Most of all, Clare enjoyed spending time and making memories with her grandsons and family. Clare will always be remembered as someone who enjoyed the simple things in life. She is a kind and loving woman centering her life around her family. She will be missed dearly by all who had been blessed to know her.
Due to the current COVID 19 virus situation Clare’s Mass of Christian Burial and interment will be private.
Margaretha “Lalla” Johnson Obituary
Signe Margaretha “Lalla” Johnson died of complications from Covid-19 on April 27, 2020 at Neshaminy Manor Nursing Home. She was 89. She was a daughter of the late Lars and Signe Svensson. Born in Uddevalla, Sweden, she graduated from the Sveaplans gymnasium, Stockholm, earning the equivalent of an Associate of Arts degree in Modern Languages.
She and her family emigrated to the United States in 1952 and settled in Summit, NJ. Before marrying and raising a family of six children, she worked for Chubb Insurance in Murray Hill, NJ and studied English literature at Upsala College.
Lalla and her family resided in Raritan, NJ before moving to Doylestown in 1966. Soon after relocating, she became involved in civic organizations such as the Welcome Wagon, Encores, and Newcomers Clubs where she and her husband enjoyed participating in many international dinners. After all her children were in school, she was employed as an office assistant for Hanover Insurance in Fort Washington.
In later years, she spent many vacations camping and traveling to New England, Florida, and Virginia, and enjoyed visiting family and friends in Sweden and Norway. Lalla was an avid reader and fan of crossword puzzles, and enjoyed hobbies such as embroidery, ceramics, and artistic crafts. Throughout her life she shared the joys and traditions of her native Swedish culture, from cooking, folk art and music, to her most favorite celebration of all: the Swedish Christmas, when she delighted loved ones with many varieties of her gourmet cookies and cakes. Most of all, she will be remembered as a loving mother who touched and inspired many lives with her extraordinary warmth and calm, graceful spirit.
Lalla was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Kurt V. Johnson, son Hans A. Johnson, sister Anita Svensson, and brother Lars-Gunnar Svensson.
She is survived by her daughter Marianne Johnson and grandsons Henry and Kevin of Los Angeles, Calif.; daughter Anita Sullivan of Haverhill, Mass.; daughter Ingrid Johnson of Riegelsville, Pa; son Dr. Rolf Johansson and wife Vanesha Pravin of Merced, Calif.; son Carl Johnson and partner Martha Sholl of Haverhill, Mass.; sisters Anna-Lisa Larsdotter and Gunnel Larsdotter of Portland, Maine; and brother Per Svensson of Garland, Texas.
Interment will be private. A memorial will be announced at a later date.
Maria G. Pfister (nee Liesenfeld) formerly of Oreland, PA passed on April 30,2020 surrounded by her loving family, she was 85.
Maria is the beloved wife to the late Edward F Pfister; she is the precious daughter of the late Marie (nee Louis) and Joseph Liesenfeld, also Maria was the devoted sister of the late Joseph Liesenfeld.
Maria is the beloved mother of Susan Kline (Robert), Steven Pfister, and Teresa Gaul (Jerry).
Maria is the cherished grandmother of Brandon Coll (Eileen), Emmalie and Ellen Pfister, Ava Badger (Adam), Michael Kline, Julianna and Alexa Gaul and great grandmother to Katerina and Rowan Coll. Maria has many adoring cousins Loretta White, Margie Taggert and many loving family members and friends.
Due to the current situation, funeral service and interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations may be made to the MIP Foundation, P.O. Box 326, Oreland, PA 19075 or themipfoundation.org in support of teens fighting cancer. Arrangements by: Donahue Funeral Home. www.donahuefuneral.com
Steven George Salva
Steve passed away peacefully on April 10, 2020, Good Friday. After a prolonged and courageous struggle with illness, Steve spent his last weeks surrounded by family in his Durham PA home.
Steve was born on February 14, 1964 in Washington DC. He was the youngest child of the late Mary and Fedor Salva. Growing up in a Navy family, Steve spent his childhood in Bonn Germany, Las Vegas NV, and Long Island NY, before ultimately attending elementary school in Naples Italy. He was a graduate of Holy Cross Catholic School and Valedictorian of Central High School Class of 1982, Champaign IL. He attended Penn State University on a Navy ROTC Scholarship and earned a BS and MS in mechanical engineering with honors. He commissioned as an officer in the Navy in January of 1988. He attended nuclear power school in Orlando FL, naval prototype in Saratoga Springs NY and submarine warfare school in Groton CT. Steve served aboard the John C. Calhoun SSBN-630(G), a nuclear ballistic missile submarine, from September of 1989 to June of 1993 in Charleston SC. He achieved the rank of Lieutenant. Steve worked 27 years as an engineer for Linde, an industrial gas company in Murray Hill NJ. He designed and built large cryogenic freezers for the global food industry, in the process travelling the world for business and leisure.
He was the loving husband of 31 years to Patricia(nee McHugh), devoted father to LT Steven J. Salva – Seattle WA, ENS Kathryn Salva – Charleston SC, MIDN Jack Salva, CADET Anne Salva, Thomas Patrick, Hugh Joseph, Jane Frances, and Ella Mary. He is survived by his sister Suzanne Salva – Alexandria VA, and brother Michael and Gail Salva – Littleton CO. He is also survived by numerous loving nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and cousins.
Steve was a faithful Roman Catholic and active member of the Church men’s club and Knights of Columbus Council 4545. No project was out of his realm; he undertook each one with precision and an extreme attention to detail until completion, most notably an impressive tree house he built in the backyard. An avid camper, fisherman, and tinkerer at his workbench, his passion for these activities was unmatched by his devotion and love for his family. He coached Pop Warner football, put on liquid nitrogen demonstrations at schools and fairs (in the process making some of the best ice cream), and enjoyed helping the cub scouts, especially with pinewood derby car races. Whether swimming at the pool, reclining in his favorite easy chair, or watching a movie at home or in theaters, his favorite moments were spent with his loving wife and children. He will be dearly missed.
Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions the Mass of Christian Burial and Interment at the Washington Crossing National Cemetery will be private. A public memorial will be held for relatives, friends, and loved ones in the future. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Salva Children Education Fund: PO Box 44, Durham PA 18039. Arrangements by www.donahuefuneral.com, Flourtown, PA.
Raymond Joseph Williams, age 74, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020, at Harborview Rehabilitation & Care Center in Doylestown, PA. Raymond was born May 24, 1945, in Philadelphia, PA. The 4th of 5 children of Margaret Genevieve Schnell Williams and Arthur Ginebra Thomas Williams. He spent his early years shining shoes and growing up the in the projects of South Philly where he completed 9th grade at Bishop Newman. Taken under the wing of a local painting business owner, Leo Tonetti, Raymond left school to learn and master the craft of painting specialty finishes at the age of 16 into his early 20’s. Over the years he developed his skills into a master painter making steel doors look like oak, plywood look like marble, and walls with faux textures that were easily mistaken for wallpaper. His natural ability and passion to work with his hands lead him to develop and learn skills as a carpenter, mason, electrician, and plumber just to name a few hobbies and throughout his career he took on side jobs for family & friends sharing his many crafts. At the age of 17 he attempted to enlist in every branch of the military having his hopes crushed as none would take him due to his existing psoriasis condition. Eventually pursuing his GED in later adulthood, Raymond had a thirst for knowledge and was an avid reader enjoying books on history and mystery. He was a Philadelphia Eagles fan and coincidentally loved eagles themselves and collected any version of an eagle he could find. He enjoyed music, the golden oldies, doo wop and loved to sing and dance. Raymond marched for several years in the Mummers Fancy Brigades with the Trilby String Band. For many years he even took up square dancing competitively with his beloved dance partner Ginny Belle. He moved on to working for Town Painting in the suburbs of PA for many years. After living in the Philadelphia area for a good portion of his life he eventually migrated to Cape May, NJ in the early 90’s and worked for Horgan Painting often pointing out the many historic houses he painted over the years. After he retired he took up residence at a local senior apartment building before his declining health necessitated him to give up his independence and live with his daughter and her family. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor; his daughter, Linda (Dan) of Chalfont, PA, his son, Raymond Jr. of Villas, NJ, his step daughters Kelly (Ed) and Christina of Cape May NJ, his three grandsons Daniel, Zackary and Damien, his step grandchildren Tori, Matthew, Sarah, Christian, and Justin, his sisters Patricia Webster of Sickerville, NJ and Barbara Brennan (Don) of Feasterville, PA, and a host of nieces, nephews, extended relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, his two brothers, Arthur & Douglass Williams, and many dear friends. In light of current events, proper funeral services cannot be planned at this time. There will be a memorial mass and a celebration of his life on a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in memory of Raymond J. Williams to the Dementia Society of America by mail to PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901, or online www.DementiaSociety.org/donate.
RoseAnna English (Temes) 82, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2020 at Saint Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, PA. She was born on December 13, 1937 in Camden, NJ to the late Stephen Temes and Margaret Becker (Courduff).
She was preceded in death by her husband Robert of 51 years. RoseAnna and Robert lived in Philadelphia and Parkland before settling down in Levittown where they raised their beloved eight children: Robert L. English Jr., RoseAnne Stanton (Thomas), Joanne Ferry (John), Stephen English, Maryann Siry, Margaret Ulmer, Barbara English, and Patricia Pancoast. She is also survived by her 12 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and her cousin Michael Koenig (Joanne).
RoseAnna attended Mastbaum Area Vocational Technical School in Philadelphia and went to work at Curtis Publishing Company upon graduation. RoseAnna returned to work after twenty years of raising her children at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory. RoseAnna was an avid traveler who visited many states, countries and historic destinations. She traveled to Ireland and loved to retell the story of when “she and Robert kissed the Blarney Stone”. RoseAnna was a cancer survivor and remained happy “as long as I can get up in the morning and do what I want to do.” Rose Anna was also preceded in death by her brother, Stephen Temes and her cousin, Anne Green. The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 10:00am at Queen of the Universe Church, 2243 Trenton Rd., Levittown, PA 19056 followed by RoseAnna’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment will be held privately. Arrangement by: Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown.
Virginia “Ginger” Blanche Castle (nee Seipp), passed away peacefully at her home in Dresher, PA on Saturday March 7, 2020, after a battle with lung and brain cancer. She was 87 years old.
Ginger, the eldest daughter of John Edward Seipp and Lillian Gray Seipp, was born on March 24, 1932 in Newtown, Pennsylvania.
She grew up on a dairy farm in Newtown, where she explored her passions as a pastel and charcoal artist, singer, and varsity field hockey player. She enjoyed cooking, reading, and cheering on her Philadelphia sports teams. She loved gardening and doing anything outdoors and travelled to Vermont every year to visit relatives. She enjoyed challenging her mind with crossword puzzles, Scrabble, and other word games. Throughout her entire life, Ginger was an avid student and practitioner of astrology and numerology.
A graduate of Newtown’s George School, she studied nursing at Rider College in New Jersey before becoming a Certified Medical Assistant – Administrative and Clinical (CMA-AC) of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
She had a long and successful career in healthcare, providing clinical and administrative support, medical transcription, and office management in nearly a dozen doctor’s practices over her extensive career. She was also active with the AAMA as a practicing professional and trainer, as well as serving in a number of capacities in the leadership of the Pennsylvania chapter, culminating in a term as President. She also taught Medical Assisting at Bucks County Technical School for over 20 years.
Ginger married Jay Castle of Ohio in 1955 and together they had three daughters (Lillian, Susan, and Karen) and a son (John).
With homes in Newtown, Levittown, Buckingham, Towanda, and Dresher, Ginger was a resident of Pennsylvania for her entire life, except for a brief period in the late 1950s and early 1960s when she lived with her husband and three eldest children near the US Army base in Frankfurt, Germany where Jay was stationed.
She was a lifelong member of Mensa International, the Smithsonian, the World Wildlife Fund, and the American Association of Medical Assistants.
Ginger is survived by her brother Edward Seipp, her sister Ellen Demas, her daughters, Lillian DiLaurenzo, Susan Milks, and Karen Sullivan, her son John Castle, her step-daughter Julie Andrews, as well as three grandsons, Richard DiLaurenzo, Carter Sullivan, and Shane Sullivan.
Due to the Coronavirus, a memorial will be held at the William Penn Inn at a future date. Please contact 215-867-9196 for Ginger’s Memorial Service update or email vscmemorial@icloud.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the WWF elephant charity fund. 1-800-CALL-WWF.
Joseph C. DeCarlo of Bucks County, formally of Philadelphia, PA passed on peacefully at Doylestown Hospital with family by his side, he was 85. Joseph was the loving husband of 47 years to the late Betty Kobilis. Together they celebrated 47 wonderful years of marriage. Joseph was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. He is the beloved son to the late Joseph DeCarol and Ceil Williams. Joe graduated from Germantown High School in Philadelphia and is a former Marine. Joe dedicated 22 years of his career as a police stake-out officer and the FOP for an additional 21 years. Joseph is the beloved father of Joseph (Barb) DeCarlo, Hatboro PA and Joanne (Vince) DeBlasis, of Upper Black Eddy, PA and the late Vince DeCarlo formally of Kansas City. Joe is the beloved brother of Kenneth (late Shirley) of California, Benny (Lorraine) of New Jersey and Rosalie (Bill) of New Jersey. Joe is the devoted grandfather of Nicole, Paul, Eddie, Melissa, Laura and Vincent and a loving Great-grandfather to Mia and Veronica. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Joe was a member for over 50 years with the Fraternal Order of Police. When Joe wasn’t spending time with family and friends, he enjoyed Golfing and was a dedicated sports fan to all his Philadelphia sports teams. The family will receive relatives and friend on Saturday, March 7th, 2020 at 12:30PM at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine Cemetery Chapel, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 (enter through the cemetery gates, the chapel is at the end of the drive on the left), followed by a Christian Prayer Service at 1:00PM. Arrangements by The Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA www.donahuefuneral.com
John Joseph Varallo, “Papa John” of Mays Landing, NJ previously of Philadelphia, PA passed on peacefully with family by his side at the age of 87. John is the beloved husband of Catherine M. Martin. Together they celebrated 19 wonderful years of marriage. John was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. He is the beloved son to the late Pasquale Varallo and Natalie Karwowski. John graduated from LaSalle University receiving his Bachelors Degree in Physics. John dedicated 40 years of his career at Air Shields, aka. Hill Rom, aka Draeger as an Electronic Technician in Bucks County. John is the beloved father to Rosemary Varallo-Pino, Bucks County, PA. and stepfather to Terri Dructor (Michael) of North Wales, PA and to the late John J. Varallo, Jr. John is the beloved brother of Theresa Perry, Wilmington DE, Pasquale Varallo, Philadelphia and Wally Varallo (Joan), Gilbertsville, PA, and the late Rosemary Varallo, Philadelphia, PA and Emma Engelhardt of Philadelphia, PA. John is the devoted grandfather of Leanna Dructor; North Wales, PA and Uncle to many loving nieces and nephews. John was a Korean War veteran in the US Airforce. His dedication to patriotism continued with Korean War Veterans of NJ as State Commander. John was also a member of VFW Chapter 234 and American Legion. When John wasn’t spending time with family and friends, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, photography, dancing, and Military History. He was an avid Jeopardy fan. John will always be remembered as a gentleman. Through his Catholic faith, John demonstrated empathy and forgiveness for others. John was devoted to the love of his life Cathy and cherished the time he spent with his family. The family will receive relatives and friend on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020 at 9:30AM at St. Stanislaus Church, 51 Lansdale Avenue, Lansdale, PA followed by John’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM. Military honors and interment will follow at a later date. The family would prefer contributions in John’s memory to St. Jude’s Cancer for Children. www.stjude.org or contributions can be mailed in John’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by The Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA www.donahuefuneral.com
FATHER THOMAS CARNEY, MSC Father Thomas Carney, MSC died on Tuesday afternoon, January 28, 2020, at Manor Care Nursing Home, Bethlehem, PA. He was 92. He was born in New Lexington, Ohio, on September 14, 1927, to Lewis Francis Carney and Helen (Kinsel) Carney. He graduated from St. Rose Parochial School in New Lexington in 1941, and from New Lexington Public High School in 1945. In 1947, he entered the novitiate of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Shelby, Ohio, making his first profession of vows on September 14, 1948. He continued with studies for the priesthood at Sacred Heart Seminary in Shelby, making perpetual profession of vows in 1951. Fr. Tom was ordained a priest by Bishop George Rehring, D.D, in Toledo, Ohio, on May 29, 1954. His first assignment was as teacher and prefect of students at Sacred Heart Mission Seminary, Geneva, Illinois. In 1957, he became provincial vocation director. He was appointed chaplain at Mooseheart, Illinois, in 1963. During 1965, he served as parochial vicar at Holy Family Parish in Nazareth, PA, and then in parish supply ministry out of the former MSC community in Sparta, Wisconsin. In that same year, he began a Latin American ministry. He was successively parochial vicar in Lima, Peru, and Bogotá, Colombia. In 1969, he became pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Cali, Colombia. From 1975 to 1979, he again served as parochial vicar in Bogotá and Cali. He was then appointed sectional superior until his return to the States, in 1985, to study Clinical Pastoral Education in preparation for chaplaincy ministry in Colombia. On his return to Colombia he became pastor at St. Eugene Parish in Bogotá. In 1990, he came back to the USA to minister at Holy Family Parish in Nazareth, PA, for one year. Then he ministered as associate pastor at St. Joseph Parish in Upland, California until July 1994. He was then assigned to the Aurora, Illinois community to join the development department. In August of 1997, Fr. Tom was assigned to the Youngstown, Ohio community and was appointed pastor of St. Rose of Lima in Youngstown. Fr. Tom was co-founder of the parish of Santa Margarita Maria in Bogotá, Colombia, in 1967. He was fluent in Spanish. He had five sisters, Mrs. William Teeter (deceased), Mrs. Robert Boos (deceased), Mrs. Ramona C. Schneider (deceased), Mrs. Wes Styles (deceased), Mrs. Sharon Shahan, and two brothers, Richard J. Carney (deceased) and Arthur Carney. He had one cousin who was a Dominican priest and three cousins who were religious sisters of the Dominican and Franciscan orders. Fr. Tom moved to Center Valley, PA in 2009 and became a resident of Sacred Heart Villa there. He recently moved to Manor Care in Bethlehem, PA, where he died. Viewing hours will be on Sunday, February 2, 2020, from 4 PM until 5:30 PM , at Sacred Heart Villa, Center Valley, PA. This will include a wake service, at 5 PM. A funeral mass will be celebrated for Fr. Tom on Monday, February 3, 2020, at 11:00 AM, at Sacred Heart Villa, Center Valley, PA. Fr. Richard Kennedy, MSC, Provincial Superior, will preside. Final committal of Fr. Tom’s remains will be in Ohio, at a family plot. Donations on behalf of the memory of Fr. Tom may be made to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA www.donahuefuneral.com
Carl R. Lachmuth passed on January 23, 2020. He was 88 years old. Retired from Cigna Insurance Co after 42 years. Served 8 years in the U.S. Navy. Carl is the beloved husband of 51 years toGail Lachmuth nee: Farrer. He is the dedicated father of Douglas Carl Lachmuth of Davie, Florida and Scott Henry and spouse Katie Lachmuth of Doylestown, Pa., beloved brother of Calvin Jack Lachmuth and wife Mary Jane, of North Wales, Pa., a devoted grandfather of Benjamin, Luke, Lily and Lindsay.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, January 31, 2020 from 3pm to 4pm at Whitemarsh Memorial Park Cemetery (Wayside Chapel) 1156 Horsham Rd, Ambler, PA 19002. In lieu of flowers, family would perfer contributions in Carl’s memory to Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014 Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014, or call 1800-708-7644 or www.michaeljfox.org/donate.
Arrangments by www.donahuefuneral.com, flourtown, PA.
Walter Rada of Perkasie passed away peacefully with family by his side on January 13th, 2020, he was 96. Relatives and friends are invited to Our Lady of Czestochowa cemetery chapel Friday, January 17th at 12:00pm followed by Walter’s Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00pm. Interment will immediately follow the Mass. The Chapel is located through the gates of the cemetery. Pass through the gates follow the road to the end. On your left will be the red chapel. Please have flower deliveries to funeral home by 9:00am on the 17th or deliver to the chapel the day of the service prior to the gathering. If you have any questions, please contact the funeral home.
Elizabeth Kelly was born on December 25, 1920 and passed peacefully in her sleep on January 12, 2020. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Kelly, as well as her sons Steven M. Kelly and James R. Kelly. She is survived by her daughters Elizabeth Decker from Pipersville PA, Janice Moore from Stockton CA, and her multiple grandchildren and great grandchildren. Betty made it to her hundredth year and accomplished her biggest goal. She was always the life of the party, singing Scottish songs and dancing the Mummers’ strut. Until her last day, she was an avid volunteer at Neshaminy Manor folding the garment protectors and stuffing envelopes. She was a fierce bingo competitor and professional grilled cheese maker. May her memory live on in the lives of the many people she has impacted.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Elizabeth’s funeral on Friday, January 17, 2020 at 10:00am at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 5194 Cold Spring Creamery Rd, (intersection of Durham Rd and Cold Spring Creamery Rd) Doylestown, PA 18902. Followed by Elizabeth’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment will immediately follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 333 County Line Road, Feasterville, PA 19053. Arrangements by: Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown www.donahuefuneral.com
Ronald S. Maisenhalter July 16, 1946-January 6, 2020
Ronald S. Maisenhalter, 73, of Kintnersville, PA passed away at his home on January 6, 2020. Ronald was born on July 16, 1946, in Quakertown, PA, he was preceded in death by his parents Hedwig Kuczynski and George and Anne (Freeh) Maisenhalter and also by his younger sister Kathryn Dillon. Ronald was married to his loving wife of 50 years, the former Alice Louise Watts. He graduated from Notre Dame High School, Easton, PA in 1964. Ronald was a lifelong certified industrial electrician, working for 32 years at Bethlehem Steel and 9 years with the Allentown IBEW electrical union. He was a lifelong congregant of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Ottsville, PA and a member of their Knights of Columbus. He and his wife enjoyed riding his BSA motorcycle to the Reading Speedway. His interests included being a HAM radio operator for many years, baseball coach with Silver Creek Athletic Association, sprint car enthusiast, watching football and NASCAR racing, playing cards, and editor of the Knights of Columbus newsletter. In addition to his wife, his is survived by his daughter Heather and husband Frank Yarnell of Easton, PA; son Ryan and girlfriend Leyla of Hellertown, Pa; sister Loretta Miller, of Milford, NJ; many nieces nephews and friends. Calling hours will be on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942 from 9:30 to 11:00 am, with the Burial Mass immediately following. Interment will be located at St. John the Baptist cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions should be made to Fatima House, 601 Rolling Hills Road, Ottsville, PA 18942.
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Debra A. Kerr of Hills, PA. Debra lost her 5 ½ year battle against cancer on December 23, 2019 with family by her side. She was 54.
Debra was born to the late Charles Kerr and Helen Caubre.
Debra is the beloved sister to Marybeth Anglesey, Husband Tom from Sautee Nacoochee, GA and Kathleen Devine, husband Dan Titler from Morrisville, PA. Debra is the sister to the late Charles Kerr.
Debra is the devoted Aunt to Heather Devine, Amanda Titler, and Sara Titler and the Great Aunt to Ta’Kaylah, Tah’nia and Adri.
Debra graduated from Pennsbury High School and pursued her career as a Real Estate agent in her lifelong community of Bucks County, PA.
A celebration of Debra’s Life is scheduled to be held in the spring of 2020. In lieu of flowers, family would prefer contributions to: Breast Cancer Research Foundation, 28 West 44th Street, Suite 609, New York, NY 10036 or Chandler Hall Benevolent Care, 99 Barclay Street, Newtown, PA 18940. Please contact the funeral home if you would like more information regarding the spring plans. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA
John (Jack) Robert Glancey of Kintnersville, PA passed on peacefully with his family by his side on December 22nd. He was 83.
Jack was born in Abington, PA. He is the son of the late John and Margaret Glancey (nee: Dott).
Jack was a graduate of Lincoln High School, class of 1954. Jack continued his education at Temple in an engineering program. Jack was a Veteran with the US Army and the Army Reserve.
60 years ago in June, Jack married the love of his life, Margaret (Peg) V. Dingley. Together they have been blessed to have four children. Robert Glancey, Kintnersville, PA. Thomas Glancey and spouse Lucy Montgomery, Pipersville, PA and Jenny Yusella and spouse Michael, Hellertown, PA . Jack will celebrate eternal life with their son Johnny who passed away in 1961.
Jack is the loving grandfather of five grandchildren. Kayla Davidock, Sean Glancey, Jack Glancey, Kevin Yusella and Matthew Yusella.
Jack was a dedicated member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church of Ottsville, PA. Many will remember Jack as a proud 4th degree knight with the Knight of Columbus, Father Stommel Council #4545. In addition, Jack was a member of the American Legion as well as a RSES member for over 50 years.
Jack’s career was with Sears as a HVAC technician; Glancey Refrigeration; electrical engineer at Naval Air Propulsion Center, Trenton NJ and Naval Air Station, Pax River, MD.
Jack enjoyed woodworking, golf, reading, irish music and walking. He designed and constructed his famly home in Upper Bucks. It is no suprise with Jack’s talent that this home included an innovative and ultra-high efficiency heating system.
Jack will be remembered first as a loving husband, a proud father and dedicated grandfather. He was a gentleman, a kind and caring friend to all who knew him and will be missed deeply.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Jack’s viewing Saturday, December 28th 2019 at 9:30am in the daily chapel at St. John the Baptist Church, (Rt 412) 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA followed by Jack’s Mass of Christian burial at 11:00am. Interment will immediately follow at Our Lady of Grace Cemetery, Langhorne, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John the Baptist Building Fund, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942 or Knights of Columbus, Father Stommel Council #4545, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown. www.donahuefuneral.com.
Please contact our office for funeral arrangements for:John Kaercher, Joanna Sweeney, Roger Atkins
Donald B. Knight of Bedminster PA passed on peacefully with his family by his side on December 10th he was 83. Don was born in Philadelphia, he is the son of the late Walter and Margaret Knight (nee: Hoffman) and brother to the late Ken Knight and Thelma Stott. Don is survived by his four sons: Donald Jr. and spouse Hope. Walter and spouse Carol, Shawn and spouse Suzette and Jonathan and spouse Michelle. Don is the loving grandfather of 10 grandchildren. Samantha, Lee, Ivy, Ashley, Andrew, Rebecca, David, Christina, Matthew, Rachel. Don was a dedicated member of St John the Baptist Church in Ottsille PA. Don enjoyed spending most of his time outdoors. He was an avid pheasant hunter and fisherman. Many will remember Don from working at the Soabar Co in Philadelphia PA for 48 years. Don will always be remembered first as a loving husband to Barbara, his high school sweetheart of 47 years who passed in 2003. He will be remembered as a proud father and dedicated grandfather. He was a true friend to all who knew him and will be missed deeply.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Don’s funeral Tuesday, December 17th 2019 at 10am at St. John the Baptist Church, (Rt 412) 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18947 followed by Don’s Mass of Christian burial at 11:30am. Interment will immediately follow at St. John’s Cemetery, Haycock. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown. www.donahuefuneral.com.
Hans Allan Johnson of Doylestown died on October 25, 2019. He was 64. Born on Staten Island, NY, he spent his early childhood in Raritan, NJ, after which he relocated to Doylestown in 1966, where he lived for the remainder of his life. He attended Central Bucks East High School where he was an active member of Patriot Players, performing in several productions. After graduating high school, he studied Geography and French Literature at Penn State University. He wrote short stories, and having a lifelong interest in conservative politics, in recent years contributed articles to several conservative websites. For many years he did research in ancient history and biblical prophecy, with a special interest in the teachings of the Worldwide Church of God and its successor churches. He was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan, following a youthful attachment to the Minnesota Vikings. His hobbies included camping, fishing, and collecting exotic plants, and he loved classic cinema and all things science fiction, from Asimov to Star Trek and Doctor Who. He was the big brother to five younger siblings, whom he introduced to the importance of books as well as the joys of sketch comedy, astronomy, science fiction, and neighborhood football games. He was predeceased by his father, Kurt, and his brother-in-law, Quentin Sullivan, and is survived by his mother Margaretha (“Lalla”), sister Marianne and nephews Henry and Kevin of Los Angeles, CA, sister Anita Sullivan of Haverhill, MA, sister Ingrid of Riegelsville, PA, brother Dr. Rolf Johansson and wife Vanesha Pravin of Merced, CA, and brother Carl and partner Martha Sholl of Haverhill, MA. Interment will be private.
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It is with a very heavy heart to announce the passing of our Matriarch, Dr. Marianna Nowak-Kopidakis (our “Babci,”as she was affectionately known to all). While she will be missed dearly, knowing so many people cared, loved her and offered their support is comforting…. thank you.
Marianna was predeceased by her husband, Dr. Emmanuel G. Kopidakis, and leaves behind two loving sons and and loving daughter in law: Dr. George Kopidakis and his wife, Joyce; and Thomas Kopidakis. Marianna was the beloved grandmother of Nicole and Victoria.
Just shy of reaching 90 years of age, her life was a full one, and she was a great storyteller. She loved a party, and was usually the family member throwing one… Holidays were mostly spent at her house, and company never tired her… She seldomly complained… rarely tired of cooking and serving, and never, ever walked away from a good poker game….
She believed in giving people a chance, a second chance, and sometimes a third. She was truly a champion for the underdog. She graciously hired people who asked for work, lent a little cash when needed, or would simply sit and listen. Or she’d tell you to shut up. She was honest…. brutally honest, sometimes, but she always called it as it was.
Marianna was a pistol. “Strong willed,” is the polite term. But her chutzpa, her confidence, is what defined her. The words ‘I can’t’ were not in her vocabulary. She had dreams, and she made them come true. She set goals, and she achieved them. She came from Poland, born and raised about 50 miles from Warsaw and graduated Medical School at The Warsaw Academy of Medicine. With a limited English vocabulary, she arrived at Jersey City Medical Center, where she was one of two women physicians at the time. She managed to complete three different medical residencies: Pediatrics, Anesthesiology and, later, Physiatry.
Family was everything… she lived for her sons, granddaughters, husband, brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews and in-laws. She wanted everyone to remain close, as her last wish.
Fiercely religious, her faith got her through many obstacles in her life. She never stopped believing in miracles…
While the sadness and the grief are for us, because all is not right in our world; it is in hers… she is with her loved ones. May God rest her soul.
Close family will gather on Friday, November 8, 2019 at the Naples Funeral Home, 3107 Davis Blvd, Naples, Florida 34104 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Service and Entombment in Pennsylvania are scheduled for Thursday, November 14, 2019. Family will receive relatives and friends at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 at 12:30pm followed by Marianna’s Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00pm. Entombment will immediately follow the Mass at Our Lady of Czestochowa. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.
Joseph Matkowski of Blue Bell, PA passed on October 28, 2019 at Einstein Hospital, East Norriton. He was 95. Joseph was born in the Ukraine to the late Michael and Polonia Matkowski.
Joseph is the beloved brother to Diane Rosinski, Emil Matkowski, Mikolaj Matkowski and Julia Matkowski all residing in the Ukraine and the late Ann Matkowski of the Ukraine and Walter Matkowski of Poland.
Joseph’s career was with Dietz and Watson and Lee Tires and Rubber as a machine operator. He also worked for Horn & Hardart and Richmond Bakery. Many will remember Joseph as he took great pride being an Usher at Our Lady of Chestchowa in Doylestown, PA. Joseph enjoyed motorcycles, cars and mechanics.
Joseph was drafted into Russian Army at 17 to join forces against Nazi Germany. 72 years ago Joseph married the love of his life Victoria Bilinski-Matkowski, together they had two sons: Joseph Matkowski Jr, wife Ann of Blue Bell PA and John Matkowski of Plymouth Meeting PA. Joseph is the proud grandfather of Veronica Dobry and spouse Jonathan of Conshohocken PA, Victoria Matkowski of San Diego CA, Andrea Simon and spouse Chris of North Wales, PA and John Matkowski Jr of Plymouth Meeting PA. Joseph and Victoria cherish their great grand children: Logan, Emma and Hannah Simon and Justin and Jake Drinkwater.
Joseph will always be remembered first as a loving husband, proud father and dedicated grandfather and great grandfather as well as a true friend to all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 12:00PM to 12:40PM at Our Lady of Czestchowa Cemetery Chapel (turn right to enter through cemetery gates), 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA followed by Joseph’s Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00PM. Interment: Shrine Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family would prefer contributions in Joseph’s memory be made to Our Lady of Czestchowa Elevator Fund. Arrangements by the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA (215) 348-9421.
Gloria M. Calamari of Warminster PA (a resident of Ann’s Choice) formally of Queens New York City passed on peacefully Monday, September 30, 2019 at her home with her family by her side. Gloria was born in the Bronx section of New York City where she attended Walton High School. Gloria was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Calamari together celebrating 64 years of marriage and daughter of the late Fiore and Carolina nee: Satori Amanna.
Gloria and Joseph moved from NYC to Ann’s Choice in 2007 where they became parishioners of Nativity of Our Lord Church in Warminster, PA. Prior to dedicating her life to her family, Gloria worked at the Federal Reserve Bank in New York as well as other clerical positions in the construction industry. Gloria and Jospeh enjoyed traveling, taking trips to Europe and the Islands as well as other destinations throughout the United States.
Gloria is the beloved mother of two sons, John Calamari and spouse Lois of Doylestown, PA and Louis Calamari and spouse Gail of Stamford, CT. Gloria is the beloved sister of the late Vito, Joseph, Salvitore, Angelo, Caroline, Adeline, and Florence Amanna. Gloria is the beloved grandmother of five grandchildren, Christine, Thomas, Andrew, Michael and Victoria and the beloved great grandmother of five great grandchildren, Juliana, Leo, Nicholas, Christopher, and Jason.
Gloria will always be remembered first as a beloved wife, devoted mother and dedicated grandmother and great grandmother as well as a true friend to all who knew her.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Friday, October 4, 2019 at 11:00AM at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 605 West Street Road (intersection of York and Street Road) Warminster, PA. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00PM. Interment at St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont, PA. The family would prefer contributions in Gloria’s memory to be made to a charity of their choice. Arrangements by the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA (215) 348-9421
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Patricia Ann Baker passed peacefully on September 26, 2019 in her home with her loving family by her side. She was 79.
Patricia was born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 3, 1939 to Eugene J. Plachecki and Pearl C. Grada Plachecki. Patricia is the loving sister to Eugene Thomas Plachecki.
Lawrence Baker was the love of Patricia’s life. Together they celebrated 61 years of marriage. They lived in Perkasie, PA. Patricia is survived by her six loving and devoted children: Kevin Baker and spouse Edwina from Front Royal, VA., Kimberly Valenzuela and spouse Ricardo from Santa Fe, NM., Carol Baker of Bristol, PA., Christopher Baker and spouse Anne from Milford Square, PA., Lorraine Bray and spouse James of Bristol, PA., and Regina Carosi and spouse Joseph of Bristol, PA. Patricia and Lawrence have been blessed with 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Patricia earned a BA degree in Education and a MA degree in Special Education, sharing her talent for 25 years at Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf as a special education teacher.
Traveling and quilting were some of Patricia’s favorite hobbies, however making memories with her family and friends was what she enjoyed doing most of all. Patricia’s love for God was important to her, as she was an active member of St. John the Baptist Parish Community.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, October 7th from 10am – 11am at St. John the Baptist Church, Rt. 412, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA, followed by Patricia’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Church in Patricia’s memory. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA www.donahuefuneral.com.
Victor W. Rocki, 73 of Fort Myers, Florida died peacefully on September 14th with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband to Wanda Zaniewska Rocki for 42 loving years.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, September 20th 2019 at l0:00am at the Cemetery Chapel on cemetery grounds, enter through cemetery gates at Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA. Victor’s Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30am. Interment: Shrine Cemetery.
Bronislaw Kielbasa, 86 Bronislaw “Bruno” Kielbasa, 86, of Perth Amboy, New Jersey, died peacefully on September 16, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Bronislaw was born January 5, 1933 in Poland, beloved son of Marcin Kielbasa and Katarzyna (Wojciak) Kielbasa. A faithful parishioner of Saint John Paul II Parish / St. Stephen Church in Perth Amboy, NJ. Bronislaw retired after 27 years with General Motors, Hyatt Clark Industries, Inc. in Clark, NJ. He subsequently worked with Frigidaire in Edison, NJ for 7 years. Bronislaw enjoyed his family, travel, walks in the park, the NY Yankees and especially enjoyed the ocean and boardwalk activities. Bronislaw will forever be remembered by his beloved wife of 58 years, Zofia Kielbasa, devoted daughter Alina and her husband Ed Henrich; son Henry and his wife Kim; beloved “Dziadzia“ grandfather to his treasured five grandchildren Zachary, Evan, James, Kelsie and Tori, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his five brothers and his two sisters. Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 11:30am at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 (Cemetery Chapel on cemetery grounds) followed by Bronislaw’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30pm. Interment at Shrine Cemetery with Luncheon to follow. More information can be found at https://www.tributes.com/bkielbasa
The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Bronislaw Kielbasa’s name to: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa P.O. Box 2049 Doylestown, PA 18901 215.345.0600 WWW.CZESTOCHOWA.US ______________________________________
Marie Louzon funeral arrangements are scheduled for Wednesday, September 4th 2019 at St. John the Baptist Church at 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942. Relatives and friends are invited 10:30am to 12:15pm. With a Mass of Christian burial at 12:30pm. Interment is at St. John the Baptist Cemetery immediately following the Mass.
Dorothy Ann Aukofer
Dorothy Ann (Dottie) Aukofer passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 20, 2019. She was born in Milwaukee, Wis., on Dec. 19, 1941, and lived in Fairfax, Va., for 35 years before moving to Philadelphia in 2016. She is survived by a son, Gary, of El Paso, Tex., and two daughters, Nancy of Philadelphia and Mary Kathryn of Tucson, Ariz.; two grandsons, Nico and Liam; four sisters and one brother, and 16 nieces and nephews. Dottie was an artist and a writer, and loved music. In her younger years, she worked as a staff member in Europe for Stars and Stripes, the American military newspaper. She was married to Roger Peet for 18 years until his passing in 2010. They were active together for many years in a Northern Virginia support group for victims of Parkinson’s disease. Services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday Aug. 4, at Goodwin House Baileys Crossroads in Falls Church, Va., with additional services and burial in Pewaukee, Wis., where she and Roger were married and her late grandparents once lived.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Torpedo Factory http://torpedofactory.org/ or your favorite local arts initiative.
John Phillip Longyehr was reunited with his wife, Lorraine Longyehr, in the Arms of Jesus on July 6th, 2019.
John was born November 16, 1937 in Trenton, New Jersey. He had a passion for antiques and always loved traveling to different auctions to add unique pieces to his extensive collection. In his spare time he found joy in tinkering in his shop and working on his tractors. John also enjoyed watching old western movies and could usually be found resting in his chair listening to classic country music. John instilled his hard work ethic into his children from a very young age and his legacy will continue to live on through his surviving family.
Although John had many accomplishments in his life, including owning and operating Longyehr’s Ice Plant and the Hodge Podge Antique Shop, he was most proud of his family. John is survived by his three daughters Donna Greenan, Debrah Houk and Deanna and Andrew Jervis, his three loving sisters Mary Phillips, Anna Cox, and Cathrine Donelly and many nieces and nephews.
John held a lot of titles in his life, but his favorite was PopPop. He is also survived by nine grand children, Ingrid Calgary, Mitchell Houk, Chelsea Vasquez, Lauren Houk, Ashley Moran, Eric Lukens, Morgan Jacobs , Colleen Jervis and Oliver Jervis as well as 5 great grandchildren.
John was a very loved man who will truly be missed. He will be thought about daily and remembered by all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Thursday morning 10:00am on July 11, 2019 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, 100 Broad Street, Hilltown, PA 18927. Followed by John’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Hilltown PA. Arrangements by the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, www.donahuefuneral.com.
Thomas Fink of Quakertown PA passed away on June 26, 2019; he was 77. Born in Philadelphia he was the beloved son to the late Ernest Fink and Verna Stevenson Fink. Tom graduated from Murrel Dobbins Vocational Technical School in 1959, where he studied graphic design. Tom is survived by his loving friend and companion Evelyn Kovacs Quakertown, PA and Joyceann Sinko Fink of Bethlehem, PA.
Tom was the beloved father to Karen Fink Traupman (Brian) of Hellertown PA, Sandra Fink Chabot (Joseph) of Bethlehem, PA Heather Fink Civetta (Joseph) of Philadelphia, PA, and Thomas Andrew Fink (Lyndall) of Eureka Spring, Arkansas
Tom was blessed with six grandchildren: Christen Elrath (Matthew) of Warrington, PA, Sarah Bauder (Dwayne), of Centronia, PA, Alexander Chabot of Bethlehem, PA, Patrick Chabot of Bethlehem, PA, Laura Traupman (Tyler) of Hellertown, PA and Thomas Traupman of Hellertown, PA.
Tom was blessed with four great-grandchildren: Brayden Bauder of Centronia PA, Brett Elrath of Warrington PA, Landon Bauder of Centronia, PA and Evelyn Elrath of Warrington PA.
Tom began his profession at Daniel Mitchell Industries, Philadelphia PA., and advanced to the position as Vice President for NBS/ASI, where he worked for over 40 yrs. In retirement, he worked at WAWA in Plumsteadville, PA.
Tom enjoyed being active and giving back to the community as he was a Pinehickon Little League Coach, Indian Princess Chief of the Mandan Tribe (YMCA father/daughter organization), Board member of The Cradle, a pro-life organization in Eureka Springs, Ark. In addition, he was a Third Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus (Father Stommel Council). He served as an usher and a member of the parish council at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic in Ottsville, PA. He was a member of the Brothers and Sisters of Charity, Eureka Springs, Ark, Administrator of the Little Portion Retreat Center, Eureka Springs, Ark, as well as a activist for the pro-life movement. In his youth Tom played baseball and sung in the choir. As an adult, he worked hard and provided well for his family. He loved collecting movies and Hummels. Tom will always be remembered for his sense of humor and love of dogs.
Family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, July 1st at 10am at St. John the Baptist Church, Rt. 412, Ottsville, PA followed by Tom’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11am. Internment will immediately follow in St. John’s Cemetery, Haycock.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Fatima Retreat House, P.O. Box 116, Bedminster Pa 18910 to continue the work he loved. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA www.donahuefuneral.com.
Gary Kermit Stevens passed on peacefully June 22, 2019 at LifeQuest Nursing Facility in Quakertown, PA. He was 11 days short of his 82nd birthday at the time.
Gary was born in Lansdale PA on July 3, 1937 to Kermit and Bertha (Quinn) Stevens. His parents and only sibling, Jeremy (Jerry) Stevens, predeceased him. He was also predeceased by his Cairn Terrier dog, Oscar, in December 2012. Oscar meant the world to Gary.
While doing his service in the Army, he met and later married his wife, Carol (Lamb) Stevens. They lived in the Souderton-Telford area throughout their marriage, until his latest illness struck in February. Gary and Carol had just celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on June 8th. She remains living in Telford. In addition to his wife, Gary is survived by his daughter Denise Stein, his son Michael and his wife Julie Stevens, and daughter Leigh Dawn Stevens, all of the Souderton-Telford area. He is also survived by six grandchildren (Ari Stein, Kimberly Stevens, Asher Stein, Jessica Stevens, Mike Stevens, and Parker Rigby). His two great-grandchildren (Leila and Kyia) brightened the moments whenever they visited Gary, at his former home or in LifeQuest.
Gary attended Souderton Area High School until the 10th grade, when he began to work full-time. Although he had several different jobs, most of Gary’s career was spent as a machine operator/machinist in the manufacturing industry. He took much pride in his work. Gary was an avid reader, and an active member of the North Penn chapter of the United States Chess Federation (USCF), where he had many good friends throughout the years. He also enjoyed watching football games. The Philadelphia Eagles were his team. However, nothing compared to his love of trout fishing in particular, and nature/wildlife in general. Gary fished (freshwater) in every northeastern state and eastern Canada.
Private services will be held by request at the family’s convenience. The family does not request any memorial contributions. However, Gary would’ve approved of any donations to wildlife or nature causes.
Brother Michael Patrick Tomcics, MSC passed away on May 16th at Manor Care he was 76. He was the beloved son to the late Michael and Anna (Dugan) Tomcics. Brother Michael Tomcics was a member of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. He was born in Allentown, PA on March 30th, 1943. He went to school in Coopersburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA. He then worked in a hospital operated by MSC sister and became interested in the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. In 1965, Br. Mike entered the novitiate of the order in Geneva, IL, making his first profession of vows in March of 1966. In 1972, he was assigned as house brother. In 1972, he professed perpetual vows and was transferred to the Watertown, NY, community of the MSC, where he was cook, sacristan and librarian. He was appointed to the Reading, PA community in 1977, where he continued his work as cook and sacristan. In 1978, Br. Mike was transferred to St. Joseph Parish, West Warwick, RI, as cook and supervisor of the altar boys. From 1980 – 89, he resided and worked mainly as cook and sacristan in the Sacred Heart Retreat and Renewal Center, Youngstown, OH. He was missioned to the Watertown community on February 2, 1989. Brother Mike was also in charge of the senior citizens lunches which occur once a month in the parish hall. On November 1, 1995 Brother Michael was appointed in the Aurora Community to be involved in community service ministries. In 1992, 1993 and again in 2000, Br. Michael filled in as cook in the General House in Rome, Italy. In February, 2001 he was appointed to the Watertown community in the ministry of community service. After serving for many years there, he was appointed to Sacred Heart Villa and later back to the Aurora Community from where he retired. Brother Mike spent his last years sharing his talent with his brothers at the Sacred Heart Villa in Center Valley, PA. Because of declining health, he was moved to Manor Care in Bethlehem in August of 2018 where he remained until his death. Relatives, Religious and Friends are invited to attend Brother Michael’s evening vigil prayer service Wednesday Evening, May 22, 2019 at 7pm at the Sacred Heart Villa, 3300 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034 followed by a viewing. Relatives, Religious and Friends are also invited to attend a viewing Thursday morning, May 23,, 2019 at Sacred Heart Villa at 9am followed by Br. Michael’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am. Interment at St. John’s Cemetery, Ottsville, PA 18947.
John T. and Louise A. Harmer: John T. Harmer, 91, of Brownsville, Texas (formally from Chalfont, PA) passed away on Friday, March 22, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his family. John was a Mechanical Engineer for Proctor and Schwartz Company in Horsham. He was also a Security Guard for Macy’s Department Stores. John was a Navy Veteran. Louise A. nee Keogh-Harmer, 76 of Brownsville, Texas (formally from Chalfont, PA) passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2019 at Valley Medical Center, TX. Louise enjoyed a full life dedicated to helping others, especially children whom she fondly referred to as “her kids”, as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for many years in both Pennsylvania and Texas. Both John and Louise were active in the Chalfont Fire Department. Surviving them both is daughter Louise A. Adams and grandchildren; Melanie Abshire, William Ellingham and three great-grandchildren; Heath, Angel and Aiden. They are also survived by John’s brothers; James and spouse Jean Harmer, Joseph Harmer, Philip Harmer and sister-in- Law Emily Harmer and Louise brother Jim (Terry) Keogh and numerous 2nd and 3rd generation nieces and nephews. John and Louise are predeceased by John’s parents; John and Frances Harmer; Louise’s parents; James and Adeline Keogh; John’s brother Francis Harmer; John’s sisters Mary Elizabeth Colasanto, Sister Catherine Mary, MMS; and sisters-in- law: Barbara A. Harmer and Vivian Harmer. They are also predeceased by their son-in-law; John F. Adams, Jr. and by the father of their grandchildren William Ellingham III. The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at 10:00am at St. Jude Church and Shrine, 321 Butler Avenue (Rt. 202) Chalfont, PA 18914 followed by John and Louise Mass of Christina Burial at 11:00am. Interment will be held at a later date at Coastal Bend Veteran Cemetery in Corpus Christi Texas.
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Charles Karol Chmura, 87, of Berwyn, PA passed away on Friday, April 12th, 2019.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, April 17th, 2019 at noon at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine (Cemetery Chapel) 654 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901 followed by Charles Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. Interment: Shrine Cemetery
Charles was born in Ulanow, Poland to Karol Chmura and Rozalia Stepien-Chmura. He attended the Akademia Gorniczo-Hutnicza in Krakow, Poland and graduated with an electrical engineering degree. In 1965, he married Halina Nachajska in Ulanow and they immigrated to the United States in 1967. Charles worked as an electrical engineer for Bechtel Corp. for 26 years, which provided him the chance to satisfy his sailor spirit. Charles enjoyed sailing, traveling, skiing and spending time with family and friends.
Charles is survived by his wife, Halina, and his six children: Carl, Andrew, Robert, Marek, Annette and Paul and 14 grandchildren.
Richard Davis Comstock passed on peacefully on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at Briarleaf Nursing Home in Doylestown, PA at the age of 90. Richard was born June 7, 1928 in Penn Yan NY. He is the son of the late Robert Monroe Comstock and the former Dorothy Mary Davis.
Richard graduated from Penn Yan Academy and continued his education by graduating from the University of Rochester with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry. He worked as a chemist at Kodak for a time, but found his interest was in teaching. He returned to the University of Rochester and obtained a Master’s Degree. His first position was at Duchess Community College in Poughkeepsie NY. He then transferred to Bucks County Community College where he taught for many years as well as lectured in Penn State College, Ambler Campus a few times a week before his retirement.
Richard is survived by his beloved wife, Marion Post Comstock celebrating twenty five years of marriage and residing in Doylestown, PA. Richard is also survived by his daughter, Susan Comstock Keidel (John); two granddaughters; Mary (Christopher) Taylor of Boston, MA., Kathryn (Benjamin) Wise of Webster, NY; and one great granddaughter, Elizabeth Wise; and sister, Patricia Devins Fisher (George); and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by two sons, Richard Burnett Comstock of San Francisco, CA., and Alan Leonard Comstock of Feasterville, Pa., stepdaughter Chris DeMuro of Doylestown; sister, Betty Spencer of Penn Yan; brothers Robert Comstock of Olean, NY and Kenneth Comstock of Sunnyvale, CA. Richard was an avid reader keeping up in new findings in Science and Chemistry. He loved classical music. Richard will be remembered as a gentle man, soft spoken and always kind to all who knew him. Relative and friends are invited to attend Richard’s viewing on Friday, March 15th 2019 at 12:00pm at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA followed by a Christian Prayer Service at 1:00pm. Interment immediately following at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock, PA, arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown.
Dennis Kramer passed away on Dec. 1st, 2018 at the age of 66. He was born Oct. 28, 1952 in Quakertown PA to the late Violet (Schaller) Kramer and Frank (Fritz) Kramer. He was also preceded in death by his sister Darlene (Kramer) Dusza and niece Michelle Dusza. He graduated from Pennridge High School and was a marine in the Vietnam War. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Dennis is survived by son Jason Kramer and wife Heather Buskirk, daughter Korrin Kramer and husband Ivan Adamczyk, 6 grandchildren, brother Kevin Kramer and wife Sherri Kramer, brother-in-law Steve Dusza, many nieces and 1 nephew, family, and friends. Memorial Service will be held at Locust Valley Chapel 5936 Locust Valley Rd. Coopersburg PA. January 19th, 2019 calling at 10am service at 11am.
Joseph Wade Mata passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 22, 2018. He was 35. Joe was born in Billings, MT and is the beloved son of Kathy and Warren Mata and the beloved brother to Christopher Mata. Joe is survived by his loving grandparents, aunts, uncles, nephews and cousins.
Along with Joe’s love for the outdoors, he loved to cook and had worked in several well known Philadelphia area restaurants.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 1:00PM followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00PM at the John F. Murray Funeral Home, 1218-20 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, PA 19031. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Joe to: Deerfoot Lodge, PO Box 228, Speculator, NY 12164. Arrangements by The Donahue Funeral Home. www.donahuefuneral.com
Grace Charlotte White of Ottsville, PA passed away on December 2, 2018. She was 90. She is the beloved daughter of John Muttel and Elizabeth Bejnicen of Manhattan, NY. Grace was the loving wife to the late Spencer White and the devoted mother to Spencer J. White – Center Valley, PA and Karl R. White of Coastesville, PA. Grace is survived by her three brothers, Jerry Jenkins – Florida, Robert Muttle – Colorado, Richard Muttle – New Jersey and the late John Muttel. Grace will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Service and interment will be private in the summer of 2019.
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Helen Salkovitch passed away October 20, 2018. Please contact the Funeral Home for interment information.
Please contact the funeral home for interment information for Stefiania Florczak who has died out of state.
Sarah E. Tunstall passed away on October 30, 2018. She was a beloved mother, and like a mother to her daughter in laws and cherished grandmother. Please contact the funeral home for interment information at 215-348-9421.
Mary Elizabeth Blue passed away on October 24, 2018. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Mary’s Funeral Service on Tuesday, October 30th, 2018 at the Murray Funeral Home – Donahue Funeral Home (215) 348-9421 at 11am followed by a service at Noon. Interment immediately following service at Westminster Cemetery, 701 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.
The Matriarch of our family, a mother, and most importantly, a friend. We were all blessed to be a part of the illustrious life of Leaser Bragg.
Leaser Bragg passed away peacefully on October 13th, 2018. She was born September 9th, 1921 in Hampton, South Carolina to Daniel Grant and Charlotte Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband, the love of her life, John Adam Bragg, whom were both married on August 18th, 1941, along with siblings William Grant, Ben Grant, Joseph Grant, Robert Grant, Annie Wilson, Frankie Smith, and Bessie Grant.
Leaser, who was a retired Seamstress, thoroughly enjoyed gardening. She also had a passion for making home cooked meals for all of her family, especially her grandchildren. Her profound words of wisdom, intertwined with her vocally opinionated nature, contributed to a great family atmosphere. These memories, while irreplaceable, instilled positive qualities that will be passed down from generation to generation.
An avid church goer, she prided herself in being active within her religious community. The majority of her retired life was spent fellowshipping at the Church of Christian Compassion. She then transitioned to the Prayer Chapel, where she would diligently don a fancy hat and dress every Sunday morning to attend. Leaser attended the Prayer Chapel until she was no longer able to drive. Although the venue changed to her home every Sunday, where she would listen to church music and view church services on her television, her passion never wavered. She instilled in all of us that religious celebrations can take place within the confines of any structure, as our religious foundation innately resides internally within us, thus has no finite boundaries.
Leaser is survived by her daughter and husband, Diana and Tyrone Smith. Her grandchildren, comprised of her granddaughter and her husband, Michele and Johnathan Adams, great grandsons, including Shaun Blackshear and his wife, Rosmin Blackshear, Derrick Adams, and Alan Adams. Great Grandchildren, Adam Blackshear, Alyssa Blackshear, Aubree Blackshear, and Addison Blackshear. Followed by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Friday, October 19th, 2018 will be the viewing from 1100 am – 12 noon with Memorial Services to follow. Services will take place at Ivy Hill Cemetery. 1201 Easton Rd. Repast at 2pm. Knights of Columbus. 235 Limekiln Pike. Glenside. Please join us to celebrate her life and the indelible mark she has left within our hearts and souls. Joseph Winfield Shuman 94, of Kintnersville died peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, September 15th, 2018. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Mary Jane (Beck) Shuman. Born on October 29, 1923 he was a son of the late Justin Winfield Shuman and Laura Mich (Shuman). Many will remember the Shuman Funeral Home as Joseph helped his family operate the business for many years serving a large area of Bucks County. Joseph graduated from St. John the Baptist Parochial School at which time his farming skills had been needed on the farm and he owned and operated Mountain View Dairy. Later in years Joseph continued his education by receiving accreditation through Pennsylvania State University. While raising his family, Joseph worked at Bleich Cabinets in Plumsteadville. In 1974, Joseph decided to share his cabinet making talent part time with students at Upper Bucks Vocational Technical School where he also worked as the school’s custodian, later becoming Head of Buildings and grounds. Joseph thoroughly enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends. He especially enjoyed his time spent with his wife Mary Jane on their bowling league. Hunting, Gardening, Pinochle and Casino Trips are a few of Joseph’s favorite ways to spend his free time. Above all, Joseph will always be remembered for his dedication to St. John the Baptist R.C. Church Knights of Columbus Charter 4545 as a 4th Degree Member. Joseph was the beloved father of four children, Harold J. Shuman (Joanne) of East Rock Hill, Jo Ann M. Reisen (Charles) of Easton, James W. Shuman (Lorraine) of Quakertown and Janice A. Lucas (John) of Fountain Hill. Joseph is also the beloved grandfather to Christina, Mary, Roseann, Rebecca, Samantha and Sarah. Joseph was predeceased in death by his two brothers John and Erv and four sisters Mary, Olive, Ann and Viola. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions can be made to Father Stommel Council of Knights of Columbus, Saint John The Baptist R.C. Church 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Church 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville PA 18942 on Thursday, September 20, 2018. A viewing is scheduled from 10-11am in the daily chapel followed by Joseph’s Mass of Christian burial at 11am with interment at St. John the Baptist Cemetery.
Joseph P. Eliasz aka: Wieslaw died suddenly on Thursday, September 6th, 2018. He is the beloved son of Krystina nee: Korneluk and the late Joseph Eliasz. He is the beloved brother of Richard Eliasz. Joseph is also survived by beloved Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, September 15th 2018 at 11:30am at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901(Cemetery Chapel on cemetery grounds), followed by Joseph’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30pm. Interment Shrine Cemetery.
Arrangement Donahue Funeral Home
Lucy Coia passed peacefully into heaven on September 4th surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Cerasuolo, Italy, 91 years ago to Arcangelo and Carmela Tedeschi. She arrived in the USA in 1935 and grew up and attended public school in North Philadelphia, where she lived until 1970.
Lucy worked as a seamstress at Alfred Angelo Bridal, where she developed a love for beautiful, quality clothing.
She married her beloved Dominic Coia in 1952. They were inseparable and shared a deep love and unbreakable bond. They loved to jitterbug and vacation in Wildwood Crest, NJ.
Lucy and Dominic moved their family to Furlong in 1970, where they immediately joined Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish and fell in love with Doylestown.
Dominic died in 1983. Lucy’s broken heart only began to heal with the arrival of her grandchildren. She poured all her love into their care and made a huge impact on their lives and characters.
Lucy enjoyed cooking and was known for her Italian specialties. Because she loved to stay active, she took up square dancing with a Doylestown group.
In 1991, Lucy began volunteering at Doylestown Hospital, where she found great joy every minute of the 13,750 hours that she volunteered.
Lucy is survived by her daughter Linda Coia (Bill Bolla) and her son Sam Coia (Maryanne). She is also survived by six grandchildren: Tierney (Efi), Christopher (Cheryl), Rachel, Chelsea, Michael and Nathan. Lucy is also survived by her sister Edith Ambrose (Bill) and her brother Frank Tedeschi (Patsy).
Mom, Grams, Lucy, you will always be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and friend.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, September 14th, 2018 at 9:30am from St. Cyril of Jerusalem R.C. Church, 1410 Almshouse Road, Jamison PA 18929 followed by Lucy’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment will be held privately at a later date at St. John Neumann Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Lucy’s name to Doylestown Hospital Volunteer Services, 595 W. State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901.
Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown www.donahuefuneral.com
Samuel Stalker passed away on July 12, 2018 at Ambler Accute Extended Care in Ambler PA at the age of 55. He is the beloved son of William and Betty Jean nee: Brittian Stalker. He is also the beloved brother of Cindy Baselice of Maple Shade, NJ. Graveside services will be held at a later date, please contact funeral home for more details. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown (215) 348-9421.
Slawomir Blachnio
“He fought a good fight, he kept faith, he won the race” and he will be remembered and live forever in our hearts.
Slawomir Blachnio:
It is with great sadness that the family announces his passing on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at the age of 56, after a long battle with cancer. Slawomir was born on July 9, 1962 in Poland and resided in Bernardsville, NJ for the past 21 years.
He started his professional career in 1991 as System Engineer in Vanstar in Elmwood Park Then from 1992-2012 he worked in Merril Lynch/ ING/ CitiStreet/Copeland Companies in Somerset. From 2012 he worked at AT&T Research and Development Labs, Middletown, as Senior System Engineer.
Slawek was a driven professional, but mostly he was a great husband and father. Despite cancer he continued to live his life; enjoying going for family vacations to his favorite place – Mont Tremblant Canada. Playing chess and guitar, taking his son Oliver fishing, and always supporting Veronica with her schoolwork. He is survived by his wife Aneta, daughter Veronica, son Oliver. As well as, his parents, sister, in-laws, three nieces, and four nephews.
Slawek requested to be cremated and a private family service will be held in National Shrine of our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA. Funeral arrangments are being by Danahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center at donate3.cancer.org.
If you wish to contact the family please send email to www.donahuefuneral@gmail.com.
Patricia D. Tiblis died at her home in St. Augustine, Florida, she was 71. Patricia was raised in Skippack, PA. Pat is a graduate from Bishop Kenrick High School class of 1964. Pat was employed at EAM in Skippack, PA as a secretary/administrative assistant until moving to Ventnor, NJ to work for a local hospital and later as a cashier at Harrah’s Casino in Atlantic City until the time of her retirement to Florida. Patricia was the loving daughter of the late Frances V. (Lewandowski) and Rudolph F. Tiblis. She is survived by her sister’s Anne Dimino of Marana, Arizona and Francine Dixon of Bay City, Michigan and her brother Dennis Tiblis of Spotsylvania, VA. Patricia is the loving aunt to several nieces and nephews, and a godmother to Stephen Dimino of Houston, Texas. Patricia was preceded by her late brother Rudolph Lawrence Tiblis. The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 10:00am at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine (Cemetery Chapel) 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 followed by Patricia’s funeral service at 10:30am. Interment following her service. Those who would like to honor Pat are encouraged to donate to the American Heart Association, 7751 Baymeadows Road E, Suite 106F, Jacksonville, FL 32256. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, Pa www.donahuefuneral.com
Olive Jervis passed away Thursday March 29, 2018, at Neshaminy Manor, Warrington PA. She was 81 years old. She was born and married in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Ellen Mawhinney from Newtownards, County Down. She is preceded in death by her late husband of 46 years Oliver and 2 sisters Gloria & Moria. She is survived by her brother Rev. Thomas Mawhinney & family, 3 sons & daughter in law, Walter, Andrew & Deanna, Scott, 4 grandchildren Ashley, Eric, Colleen & Oliver and several nieces and nephews. She came to America when she was 16 years old. Worked at John Wanamakers in Philadelphia till she was 21. Returning to Ireland in 1957, she worked at the Belfast Co-Operative Society. After getting married in 1966, she settled in Doylestown. She was a homemaker and provided childcare for many children, known as “Nanny Jervis”. She worked later in life in the nursery for the Doylestown Tennis club. She was a member of Palisades Community Bible Church in Revere PA. Olive enjoyed trips home to Ireland visiting friends and family and also enjoyed time spent at Peddler’s Village, Lake Galena and Lancaster. She was very proud to be Irish! Olive will be missed by her family. Memorial Service is being planned for Palisades Community Bible Church this Spring.
Bernice Magdalen Fees passed away peacefully surrounded by all of her children on February 24, 2018, at Pine Run Nursing Home in Doylestown, PA.
Born on May 16, 1932, Bernice was the daughter of Joseph Blasczcyk and Margaret (Czubernat) Blasczcyk in Philadelphia, PA.
Bernice married Charles Edward Fees on April 11, 1953 in Philadelphia.
They started their family in Warminster, PA and moved to Upper Bucks County in 1969 to their beloved farm.
Bea and Chick, as they were known, enjoyed renovating their farm house and barn, gardening, and bird watching at their little piece of heaven. She was the Home Maker-In-Chief, keeping her brood and husband well fed and maintaining a spotless, organized, and cozy home. They hosted many dinners and picnics at the farm for extended family and friends and always delighted in unexpected visitors.
Bea and Chick took up ballroom dancing as a hobby and then they became the premier ballroom dancing instructors throughout Bucks County for over 35 years.
Bea was dedicated to the Catholic Church and her faith. She was a member of the Apostolate of our Lady of Fatima and volunteered for many years at St. John the Baptist Catholic Primary School and at the church.
She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Chick, and three of her siblings, Dorothy, Loretta, and Norman.
She is survived by her children Charles J. Fees, Susan Palmer and her husband Michael, David Fees and his wife Debbie, Sharon Fees and her husband Eric Hayashi; her sister Margie Murphy and her husband Joe. She is also survived by her four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Pine Run Health center for its incredible care of Bea and Chuck over the last six years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Thursday, March 1st 2018 at 10:00am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (Rt. 611 and 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by Bea’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA. Those who would like to honor Bea are encouraged to make a gift contribution to Alzheimer’s Association 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Philadelphia PA 19106, or St. John the Baptist Church (address above) or Fatima House P.O. Box 116, Bedminster, PA 18910 Attention Joan. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, Pa www.donahuefuneral.com
Francene “Franny” De Meis nee Mitnick, 77, passed peacefully at Neshaminy Manor, Warrington, PA after a long struggle with COPD.
She was the daughter of the late Florence Mitnick nee Hoffman and Robert Mitnick. She was also preceded in death by her beloved grandson, Jacob Quinn DeMeis-Dullea.
Franny is survived by her daughters, Miqelle (Bob Dullea) and Brianne DeMeis, her sister Joane (Bruce) Katsiff, her grandchildren Kiernan and Roan DeMeis-Dullea, Kennedy, Tucker, and Orion De Meis, her nephew, Timothy (Gloria) Katsiff and her niece and nephew, Austin and Emily.
Growing up in Northeast Philadelphia, Franny loved to visit Atlantic City with her family and enjoyed relaxing on the beach. Very much a social butterfly, she would organize neighborhood children to do plays of her creation. Franny was an artist at heart, painting, sculpting, and composing poems. She could be quick to anger but she was also a stalwart champion of her friends, of which there were many. Incredibly intelligent, Franny became an EKG technician at a Philadelphia area hospital after graduating from high school.
Later in life she married and raised two girls in North Wales, PA. Franny loved to go “out” and talk to people. Charming and gregarious, she could strike up a conversation with anyone she met—whether at a restaurant, park, or grocery store, and they would become instant friends. She took great pride in decorating her home and especially loved different colors, textures, and sheens. Shopping was a favorite activity and she would often buy gifts for others for no special occasion. Although she did not like to cook, she made the best chili. Franny loved food and was an adventurous eater. Her favorites were Chinese, Middle Eastern and classic diner food. She loved family gatherings at her mothers’ house in Northeast Philly or at her sister’s house in New Hope. Franny was always intellectually curious and took a psychology class at Montgomery County Community College.
Later in life, Franny had amazing care from the staff of Neshaminy Manor and Caring Hospice Services. She could be feisty and stubbornly independent but she loved the staff and would often call them her “daughters.” She had a very wry sense of humor and would laugh with abandon. An incredibly strong woman, Franny never once complained of her COPD and only sought to pass as she wanted to live—independently and self directed.
Francene’s light will be missed by her family and the world. A Memorial Service will be held privately by the family.
Please consider donations in the memory of Francene De Meis to The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation , which can be made at www.donate.bbrfoundation.org
Martha G. Reilly Leonard Bowers, 90 of Perkasie, PA. Born Sept 8, 1927 died Dec 20, 2017. The oldest of two daughters of the late Joseph R. and Edna E. (Trill) Reilly of So. West Philadelphia, PA.
Since the age of three Martha has worked a variety of jobs from being a singing child star on W.I.P. and W.C.A.U. and spending fourteen summers performing at the Steel Pier in A.C., N.J. Her most favorite job of eighteen years as a morning waitress at the Goodnoe’s Restaurant in Newtown, PA. Famous for her outgoing and friendly personality, she will be greatly missed by many.
Martha married in 1954 to the late William W. Leonard, Sr. and divorced in 1979. A friendship that rekindled before Bill’s death this year. They had four children: Martha (Robert) Fisher of Buckingham, William Leonard, Jr. of Warrington, Joseph (Sandra) Leonard of Perkasie and Linda Leonard of Perkasie.
Martha married Gerald A. Bowers of Florence, N.J. in 1980 until his death in 1995. A loving ‘Gramma B.’ and great grandmother to: Amber (Brad) Kitts, John Leonard, Crystal (Michael) Magno, Danny Leonard, Joseph Leonard. And Marcus, Autumn and Tiberius Kitts.
An active member of the ‘Mormon’ Church since her baptism in 1996. She loved her church family as much as her own. Her last advice to us all is “Please be good I want us all to live together with God; and I don’t want to be alone! I love you all.”
On Saturday Dec 30, 2017 from 1:00pm to 2:00 pm the family will receive and greet relatives and friends at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1255 Chapman Rd and Ferry Rd., Doylestown, PA 18901. A Burial procession will follow the viewing to the Fountainville Cemetery 1324 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA. Following the burial at approximately 3:00pm all are invited to attend a Celebration of Life service to be held. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints In lieu of flowers please remember the St. Jude Hospital for Children.
Delores “Dolly” Spada (Spor) of Bensalem passed away after a long hard fight against lung cancer on November 27, 2017, she was 69 years old.
Born in Atlantic City, NJ Dolly was the beloved daughter of the late Margaret A. (Pilger) McCafferty and John McCafferty of Eagleville. Dolly grew up in Philadelphia, PA and was a graduate of Lincoln High School class of 1966.
Dolly was an entrepreneur, the owner of We’re Domestically Yours for 20 years.
Dolly was the devoted wife for 50 years to the love of her life, David B. Spada of Bensalem.
Dolly was the beloved mother of David J. Spada of Newtown, Danielle M. Steffe (Joe) of Buckingham, Janine M. DeSimone (Tom) of Ivyland and Kelly Poinsette of Holland.
Dolly was the beloved sister to Barbara McCafferty-Arrison of Hatfield and the late Albert C. Spor, Sr., the late Eugene N. Spor, Jr. “Sonny”, the late James Spor, Sr. and the late Margaret K. Simmons “Sissy”.
Dolly was the loving grandmother to Madison Spada, Christian Steffe and Alexis Steffe.
When Dolly was in high school she was actively involved with the Medical Mission Sisters. In more recent years she was a member of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and an auxiliary member of the Legion of Mary.
Dolly loved making memories with family and friends. She was a dancer who enjoyed modern jazz. Dolly was an amazing gardener. Together with her husband David they created a garden of peace and tranquility at their home. Dolly would say “when you’re in the garden you are the closet to God.” Dolly will always be remembered by all who knew her for her kindness, compassion and peacemaking spirit.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, December 6th at 10:00am at St. Ephrems Catholic Church, 5400 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem, PA 19020 followed by Dolly’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, family would prefer contributions in memory of Delores Spada to: Share Our Strength, (No Kid Hungry Program) P.O. Box 75475, Baltimore, MD 21275-5475, www.nokidhungry.org/ .
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Elizabeth H. Zima, (Betty) formally of Philadelphia passed on peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, November 20th at the age of 94.
Born in Philadelphia, Betty was the beloved daughter of the late Daniel and Anna Simpson. She was one of seven children.
When she was 15, Betty was pulled out of school and sent to work. While other young girls learned to be homemakers, Betty learned various factory jobs.
When she was in her 20’s, Betty landed a job at SKF, a bearing manufacturing company. It was there she met John, whom she married on September 23, 1950.
John and Betty raised three daughters. She became a crossing guard, a job in which she took great pride.
She had a very strong faith, which sustained her throughout her life. Betty had a special devotion to our Blessed Mother and to St. Jude.
Betty gained new blessings with the arrival of her grandchildren. She devoted the latter part of her life to taking care of them, and they adored her.
Betty is survived by the love of her life, John, her husband of 67 years; her three loving daughters: Geri Zima (Thomas Osborne); Maureen Smith (James); and Elizabeth DiFranceisco (David); and her devoted grandchildren: Paul Smith, Justin Smith, Joshua Smith, and Matthew Smith; Jonathan Osborne; Casey DiFranceisco, Lea DiFranceisco, and Julie DiFranceisco.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, November 27th at 9:00am at Our Lady of Czestochowa National Shrine, Cemetery Chapel, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 followed by Betty’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am. Interment: Shrine Cemetery. Family would prefer contributions be made in Betty’s memory to St. Jude’s Hospital for Children, Memorial and Honor Gifts, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142 or you may call (800) 822-6344 to make a donation.
John (Jack) D. Pierce Sr. formally of Plymouth Meeting passed on peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, November 10th at the age of 94.
Born in Philadelphia, Jack was the beloved son of the late William and Edith (McGuigan) Pierce. Jack grew up in Philadelphia and was a graduate of West Philadelphia Catholic High School for Boys (West Catholic), class of 1941.
Jack was employed by Nationwide Insurance for 38 years.
Jack was the devoted husband for 59+ years to the love of his life, Gina who passed away in 2015.
Jack was the beloved father of four children Cynthia Reale and spouse Albino of Blue Bell, PA; John Pierce Jr. and spouse Lorraine of Havertown, PA; David Pierce and spouse Sandra of Doylestown, PA and the late Gina M. Pierce.
Jack was the beloved brother to the late Francis and William Pierce.
Jack was the devoted grandfather to Michael Reale, Adam Reale, Justin Pierce, Eric Reale, Christina Reale, Joshua Pierce, David Pierce, Zachary Pierce and Jack Pierce.
Jack was a devout Roman Catholic and a parishioner of St. Paul’s Church of East Norriton, PA.
Jack loved life and all it had to offer him and his family. He had an unmatched zest for travel with extensive traveling to numerous locations throughout the United States and Europe. Learning new things through travel and reading brought him tremendous joy. He especially enjoyed the Arts, in particular, European and Ancient Egyptian art and history. He would never miss an opportunity to increase his knowledge or gain a memorable experience for him and his family. Jack will always be remembered for his witty sense of humor, his remarkable kindness, and his big kid approach to life.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, November 22nd at 9:30am at St. Paul’s RC Church, 2007 New Hope Street, East Norriton, PA 19401, followed by Jack’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am. Interment is at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Norristown PA. Family would prefer contributions in memory of John Pierce Sr. to: The Barnes Foundation, Development Department, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130 or the American Heart Association / American Stroke Association, PO Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693. Arrangements by the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, www.donahuefuneral.com
Betty Jane Rick of Kintnersville entered into eternal life on Thursday, November 2, 2017 with her loving Husband by her side. Betty was 78.
Betty was born on October 10th 1939 in Allentown, Pa to the late Grover and Gladys (Sell) Wendling.
Betty is survived by her loving husband Harold of 54 years this month. Betty is the devoted mother of Edward (Kelly) Rick of Ocala, FL, Karen (Todd) Slotter, of Quakertown, PA, Stephen (Christine) Rick of Kintnersville, PA and Thomas (Denise) Rick of Kintnersville, PA. Betty will be missed dearly by her five grandchildren, Ethan, Wade, Abigail, Connor and Olivia.
Making memories with family and friends was Betty’s favorite pastime. She liked challenging herself with crossword puzzles and putting together puzzles. Betty enjoyed participating in the competition of TV Game shows, dominos and bingo. Betty was an avid reader. Betty loved her special time with Harold when they would go out to eat and shop.
After raising their children, Betty enjoyed working for the Palisades School District as an instructional assistant and bus driver. She was a lifetime member of Silver Creek Athletic Association and a 4 H Leader. Betty’s faith was an important part of her life, she was an active member of St. John the Baptist Church in Ottsville for 54 years and participated in senior group activities. Betty’s charm touched many lives, she will be dearly missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Monday, November 6th at 10:30am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (Rt. 611 and 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by Betty’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30am. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Doylestown Hospital Hospice, 4259 West Swamp Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, Pa www.donahuefuneral.com
William Watkins Leonard
William Watkins Leonard of Perkasie, passed on Friday, August 11, 2017 at the age of 89 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
William was born in West Hazelton, PA. He is the beloved son to the late William Benj Leonard and Mary Jane nee: Watkins.
William graduated from West Hazleton in 1947 and was president of the school’s Spirit Club. William was a graduate of Temple University with an Associate Bachelor Degree in Business. William served in the United State Army during the Korean War at the rank of Staff Sergeant.
William is the loving brother to Robert Leonard and the late Patricia Payne. William was a real estate broker and agent in Southampton for Gigliotti Homes. Earlier in his career he worked for Hazleton Lumber Yard.
William was a dedicated member of The American Legion since 1945.
William is survived by his once wife and loving friend Martha G. Reilly-Bowers who’s friendship rekindled later in years between them. William is the beloved father of Martha Fisher (Robert) of Buckingham, Bill Leonard of Southampton, Joseph Leonard of Montgomeryville and Linda Leonard of Perkasie. He is the beloved Grandfather to Amber, John, Crystal , Danny and Joe, and the proud Great Grandfather to Marcus, Autumn and Tiberius and will be missed my many cousins.
Words can’t express how deeply missed William will be by his family, friends and all who knew him. A Memorial Service will be held privately by the family.
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Andrew “Andy” Schad, of Kintnersville, passed away on the morning of July 25th in his home after an 18 month battle against brain cancer. He was 60 years old. He was the son of the late Francis J. Schad and Lillian M. (Strauch). Andy grew up in Churchville, PA and graduated from Council Rock High School in 1975.
Andy is survived by his wife, Marian (McGurk), his sons, Christopher and David, his brother Fran Schad (Debra), his sisters, Beth Schad, Claudia Parnell, Barbara Brown (Jeff), Jodi Schad, and Jane Stager (Rick) and their families as well as his in-laws, Charles McGurk (Susan) and Missy McGurk. He is also survived by his 13 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a nephew.
In life, Andy was an artist and a handyman infusing his work with a creative energy. He was employed for many years as a truck driver. He had an adventurous spirit, once hitchhiking to visit his sister Claudia in Colorado. He earned his pilot’s license and enjoyed flying. Andy served on the Nockamixon Township Planning Commission as well as the Zoning Hearing Board.
Andy was known for having a unique sense of humor and was always willing to help friends, family, and neighbors. A jack-of-all-trades, he renovated the house where he raised his family. From carpentry to landscaping to tile-work, Andy had a variety of skills and an eye for what looked good. He blessed his family and friends with his unique and creative handy work. Andy drove a turquoise 1967 Chevrolet pickup truck to work on jobs or pick up wood.
Andy loved nature and being outside, and landscaping. Some of his favorite plants included boxwood, pachysandra, lilac, peonies and forsythia. He enjoyed music, learning new things, photography, chess, football, drawing, carpentry, tiling, biking, and being with family. He loved making others laugh and was a beloved uncle to his nieces and nephews. His favorite vacation spot was Cape May, New Jersey where he spent many hours happily body-surfing and soaking up the summer sun.
Above all, Andy had a genuine love of life and a passion that burned bright within him. He believed in doing a job right, putting in a good day’s work, standing up for what he believed in, and not being afraid. Andy was a gentle, honest, and modest man. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Monday, July 31st at 10:00am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (Rt. 611 and 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by Andrew’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11am. Interment immediately following Mass at Nockamixon Union Cemetery (Ferndale). Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, www.donahuefuneral.com.
Anthony J. Paone
On Tuesday June 13, 2017, Anthony J Paone, formerly of Flourtown, passed on peacefully with his loving family by his sidein Quakertown. He was 61 years old.
Anthony was born on July 13, 1955 in Philadelphia, PA. He is the beloved son to the late George and Clara Paone(Dondici).
When Anthony was a young boy he took a special interest in cars and motorcycles. It is no surprise that he mastered his skill as anAuto Mechanic. He was a member of the AMA Academy of Model Aeronautics and a member of Buc-Le Aero Sportsman, Inc.Throughout his life, Anthony enjoyed building and flying remote control airplanes, riding his Harley Davidson and working on hot rods.
Anthony is the devoted father to Jennifer Stoudt (Jason) of Quakertown, PA, Gina Donofrio (Maximilian Guzzman) of Perkasie, PA and Lynn Paone (Fiancée, Tony Franconi Jr.) of Willow Grove, Pa. He is the loving grandfather to six grandchildren: Marcus, Paige,Maci, Damien, Tyler and Nicholas. Anthony is also the beloved brother to Lisa Gergar (Steve) of Macungie, PA and George Paone,(Carol) of Perkasie, PA. Cherished uncle to Fred (Jamie) Schutte, Christian (Kelly) Schutte, George Paone III and Katie (Daniel) Kulp.
Spending time with family and friends was Anthony’s favorite pass time. As a grandfather, he also enjoyed spending a Saturdayor Sunday racing gas powered cars with his grandson, Marcus. If he wasn’t with his family, one could always find him enjoying his favorite past times riding his Harley or flying his large scale airplanes.
Family will receive relatives and friends at 10:00am on Monday June 19, 2017 at St. Isidore Church, 2545 West Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA 18951 with Anthony’s Mass at 11:00am. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Anthony’s memory to the American Heart Association / American Stroke Association,PO Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693
James Patrick O’Boyle of Pineville PA was born March 9, 1929. He entered into eternal life June 3, 2017. He was 88 years old. He was the beloved son to the late William O’Boyle and Margaret Brogon O’Boyle. In 1952 James married the love of his life the late Patricia Roznick of Wilkes Barre, Pa. He is survived by his loving daughters: Patricia Rudyj, husband Bohdan Rudyj of Philadelphia, Pa and Susan Mergenthaler Husband Otto J Mergenthaler (Deceased) of Pineville, Pa. James leaves behind two grandchildren; Saundralee Merollo of Hatboro, Pa and Bryan Mergenthaler of Dublin, Pa and a great grandson Roman Marinucci of Hatboro, PA. James is survived by his sister: Marie Finnegan of Dallas, Pa., and sister in law: Rosaline O’Boyle of Plymouth, PA and the late Edward O’Boyle of Plymouth and Bill O’ Boyle of California.
Jim is a graduate of St. Vincent’s High School. He joined the military and served in the Korean War, with Duty Assignment to: USS Cavalier – Service period: August 1947 thru October 1951. He received the China Service Medal, Korean Service Ribbon, Combat Distinguishing Device and Good Conduct Medal.
After his Discharge from the Navy, he worked at the Philadelphia Electric Company, for several years then joined Highway Express Lines, (which later became Maislin) and fell in love with truck driving. He became Shop Steward while at Highway Express lines, and became liaison between Teamsters Union 107 and his fellow drivers. He represented the drivers and presented their grievances and concerns and worked with the Teamsters to obtain resolution. He also worked for Clark Transfer on weekends when his children were small as a over the road driver. When he retired after 40 years of driving he became a Security Guard for Strawbridge and Clothier in Philadelphia.
After joining Feltonville, Townwatch he became President in June of 1983 and worked alongside his wife Patricia to increase awareness and membership in the Feltonville Townwatch and to expand the coverage times and areas. Jim was instrumental in locating several missing children and bringing them home safely to their families. He then instituted “finger printing events within the community for the children. He helped with the apprehension of several criminals and stopped many crimes with the help of the Townwatch team and members of the community. In addition he received numerous certificates of merit from the Feltonville community Association as well as the Feltonville Police department and the Mayor of Philadelphia for his “Outstanding Community Service”
Jim was a member of Cathedral Saints Peters and Paul Catholic Church
Jim loved the Phillies, Philadelphia Eagles, & favorite times were discussing the games with his nephews, Tim, Jim and Jack. Getting together with all his nieces and nephews and the rest of his family from upstate Pennsylvania was always a major highlight for him. His hobbies included: gardening, stamp collecting and writing amazing poetry. He loved going to concerts with his sister Marie and niece Doreen, fishing, working with son-in-law Otto on repairs. Fixing and comparing How to’s..
He loved helping people in any way possible no matter what was needed, he was there to help. He loved to watch Cowboy movies, listen to country music CD’s, watching his great grandson Roman play baseball, but mostly spending time with his family.
Jim laughed easily and often, he loved to tell jokes, and make people laugh, his favorite expressions, “I’m not cold I always shake like this”, or how do I feel? “with my hands” a slow grin would spread across his lips and his ‘eyes” would light up light like a mischievous child filled with glee. He was a kind gentle man who wanted to help everyone. While at the Nursing home he would ask his daughter to buy shoes, or watch’s so the patients knew what time it was, or a vest for someone to keep warm as they were always cold. He was proud to be a “Korean War Vet” serving God & Country, it meant the world to him. He wore his cap every day to let everyone know he was a Proud Veteran. He was a good man, who was loved by all and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
A private burial for family and close friends will be communicated.
The family would prefer memorial contributions be made to one of Jim’s Charities listed below:
Walter P. Bonk of Ottsville passed into eternal life Sunday, June 4th with his loving family by his side at the age of 90.
Walter was the beloved son of the late Bronislaw Bonk and Anna (Mamrol) Bonk. Walter is the beloved husband of 58 years to Dolores Papiernik Bonk. Walter is survived by three devoted children, Jeanette Talese (Frank) of Ambler; Joseph Bonk (Johnette) of Ottsville and Michael Bonk (Laura) of Tulsa, OK. Walter is survived by his loving sister Wanda Bickel and the late Genevieve Stefanik and Florence Bolks. Walter leaves behind five beautiful grand-daughters, Stephanie Babson, Victoria Babson, Erica Bonk, Nicole Bonk and Rachel Bonk.
Walter spent his life in the home in which he was born and raised in Ottsville. He attended the one room school house, Yost School. He married the love of his life, Dolores and then started his own family in his childhood home, Sweetbriar Farm. Walter was a talented farmer, farming for Lehigh Valley Dairy as well as operated the American House Hotel in Perkasie for many years with his wife.
Community outreach was extremely important to Walter and Dolores, providing annually over 7,000 ears of corn for the Shrine’s Polish Festival and volunteering each year until he took ill. Being a dependable, loyal, thoughtful and reliable man, Walter was often called upon to help his local friends and businesses in off seasons. Many times neighbors would return home to fresh farmed produce on their door step delivered by Walter. He was an active member of St. John the Baptist Church.
Walter enjoyed motorcycles, flying, small game hunting, antique guns and deep sea fishing. His wonderful stories, daily songs and poem reciting will always be remembered by all those who knew and loved him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Friday, June 9th at 10:00am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (Rt. 611 and 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by Walter’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Walter’s memory to St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville PA, 18942 or the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, Pa www.donahuefuneral.com
Donald Ralph Brennan
Donald Ralph Brennan a resident of Pipersville for 31 years and formerly of Richboro and Feasterville, passed away Monday, April 17, 2017 in his home. He was 84.
Donald was born in Philadelphia on March 24, 1933, he was the son of the late James C. Brennan and Violet Geroux Brennan. He graduated from Frankford High School in Philadelphia class of 1951. He is a Korean War Veteran. Donald was the beloved husband of Beatrice May Wallhiser Brennan for 51 years who preceded him in death.
Don was a carpenter and later employed as a diesel mechanic for Sinkler Oil Co., Southampton, PA prior to his retirement. He was a man who could fix anything and often helped neighbors with home or auto repairs.
Donald will be dearly missed by his daughter, Carole Jones (Steve) and two sons, David Brennan (Michele) and Chris Brennan (Patricia). Donald is the beloved grandfather to Jennifer and Steven. Don leaves behind his little rescue dog, Charlie who was a faithful companion in his last years.
Donald’s funeral service will be held privately. The family respectfully requests memorial contributions in Donald’s name be made to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown 215-348-9421, www.donahuefuneral.com.
Samuel R. Bickel of Ottsville passed into eternal life Wednesday, March 8th with his loving family by his side at the age of 90.
Sam was the beloved son of Samuel and Emma (Overpeck) Bickel. Sam is the beloved husband of Wanda (Bonk) Bickel. They celebrated their 66th anniversary this past May. Sam is survived by six devoted children; Donna Degan, Florida; Kathleen Clothier, Perkasie; Janice Bickel, Florida; David Bickel (Margaret), Quakertown; Shirley Bachman (Peter), Ottsville; and Gary Bickel, Kitnersville. He leaves behind 8 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Sam served in World War II. He was a mechanic owning his own business for 22 years. He was an active member of St. John the Baptist Church and Knights of Columbus. When Sam wasn’t spending time with his family, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Words can’t express how deeply Sam will be missed by all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Monday, March 13th at 11:00 am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (Rt. 611 and 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by Samuel’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Sam’s memory to The Lord’s Pantry, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville PA, 18942. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home
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Joann Jennie (Tedeschi) Moreno, 94, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at St. Mary Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Lansdale, PA. where she had resided for the past two years.
The daughter of Egildo and Albina (Gabelli) Tedeschi, she was born November 20, 1922 in Heshbon, PA.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 59 years, Albert Joseph Moreno in 2006; infant brother; sisters, Anna Fernandez, Gemma Tedeschi, Elena Strini, and Inez Sontag.
Surviving are two daughters, Kathleen Angello (Richard) of Ottsville, PA and Nancy Moreno of Lansdale, PA; grandchildren, Jon Albert Angello (Jennifer) of Sellersville, PA, and Michael Richard Angello (Kristin) of Pompey, NY; four great-grandchildren, Isabella, Olivia, Luca, and Domenic. Also surviving are two brothers, Alfred Tedeschi of Black Lick, PA and James Tedeschi of Wickliffe, OH; two sisters, Hazel Evanick (Steve) of Blairsville PA and Rose Caruso of Homer City, PA; and numerous nieces and nephews.
As a young woman, Jennie lived in New York, and worked as a nanny on Long Island. When the war broke out, she moved back home to Black Lick, PA and worked in factories in Latrobe and Derry, supporting the war effort by making copper bullets, and assembling hand grenades. Jennie was an avid cook, and a collector of recipe books. Always willing to add a new dash to an old recipe, or spend all day preparing one of her family’s favorites. No one ever left her table disappointed! Cupcakes were her favorite way of saying, “Thank you.”
A viewing will be held a St John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 16th, followed by her Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 noon. A ceremony at the interment site will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 20th. Interment will be at SS Simon & Jude Cemetery, Blairsville, PA.
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James W. Lennen, “Jim”, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, February 6th, 2017.
Jim grew up in Philadelphia, attended Lincoln High School, and dedicated four years of his life to the United States Air Force. Jim also received a degree in Mechanical Engineering as well as Certification in Theology.
Jim was married to his beloved wife, Janet, for 54 years.
God’s Word was very important to Jim. He taught Sunday School and was a church deacon. He also enjoyed leading and participating in bible studies, and had a nursing home ministry.
Jim and Janet enjoyed spending time at the shore in Ocean City with their children and grandchildren. Jim loved his family and friends.
Jim was preceded in death by his grandson, Christopher Lennen.
Jim is survived by his wife, Janet Lennen, his children Susan Fitzgerald (Denis), Thomas Jack Kesting (April), James Lennen Jr, and his grandchildren William VanDeventer, Rebecca Swint (Michael), Thomas Kesting, Stephanie Fitzgerald, Daniel Fitzgerald, Timothy Lennen, and Sean Lennen.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 10:00am followed by funeral service at 11:00am at Church of the Open Door, 1260 Fort Washington Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034. Interment at Hatboro Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in James Lennen’s memory to Church of the Open Door or Church of the Open Door Academy at above address.
Joseph (Jozef) Wojnicz
December 4th, 1921 – February 5th, 2017
Joe had been enjoying the Arizona warmth with his beloved son and daughter-in-law when he suddenly fell ill and passed peacefully away shortly thereafter.
Born in eastern Poland in the area now known as Minsk, Belarus (Nieśwież, Nowogródzkie), Joe had a long, amazing, and quite unprecedented life. He was a young man when hostile forces seized his home town at the 1939 advent of World War II. In defense of his homeland he joined the Polish Resistance and served in the Cavalry Division of the Polish Home Army (AK). He was never to see his family again but for a brief reunion with his younger brother 50 years later.
Joe was wounded during the Warsaw Uprising, taken prisoner by the German army, and forced to do hard labor such as clearing roads and unloading trucks in various parts of Europe. Eventually Joe and a few of his fellow POWs slipped through the American front lines, made their way to Italy, and joined Polish Army General Wladyslaw Anders’ II Corps Under British Command, thus continuing the fight.
Joe remained in the army for several years after the war before his discharge. He sometimes said that he had carried a Sten gun for so long– all day, every day– that it felt strange and somewhat troubling to walk around without it.
Joe met his wife, Josie (Jozefa), in post-war London, England at a Polish dance. Josie was a young girl who also had been displaced from her Polish home at the beginning of the war and sent to Siberia. Joe and Josie both loved to dance, especially ballroom style. They soon married and embarked on charting a new life together.
In 1961, Joe, Josie, and their two young children left London for New York City. They sold all their possessions and crossed the Atlantic on the Queen Elizabeth. Once in New York, Joe worked as a tool & die maker and after many moves eventually settled his family in Forest Hills, New York. After his beloved Josie passed in 1996, Joe moved to the Seattle, Washington area to be near his adored son and daughter, who both reside on the west coast.
He had recently relocated to Arizona where the sunny climate was very much to his liking and where he could completely relax after a lifetime of toil.
Joe is predeceased by his beloved wife, Josie. He is survived by his son and his wife, Bogdan (Bob) & Deborah Wojnicz and their children Danny & Kate; his daughter and her husband Halina Wojnicz & Patrick J. Kelley and their son, Sean.
Joe’s journey continues. He will be missed dearly by his family and many friends remaining here in God’s earthly realm.
The family will receive relatives and friends at 12:00 noon Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine (Cemetery Chapel), 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 12:30 pm. Interment will be in the Shrine Cemetery (Veteran section). All are invited to a reception immediately following
Dolores C. Smith 87, passed peacefully on Monday, December 12, 2016 in Ottsville PA. Dolores was a longtime resident of Frenchtown, NJ.
Born in Philadelphia, PA., Dolores was the beloved daughter of the late Clarence and Jewel Money Smith. She was a graduate of Frenchtown High School.
Dolores was the beloved wife, for 26 years, of the late John M. Smith Jr. Many will remember Dolores from working at the Pickwick Village Hallmark Store in Flemington, NJ.
Dolores will always be remembered as a dedicated and loving mother to her two children Donna Winter, spouse Charles, of Charlotte, NC and John Smith, spouse Marta, of Spotsylvania, VA. Dolores cherished her role as grandmother to five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Dolores was the beloved sister to Lila Risley, of Mt. Ulla, N.C.
Spending time with her family and giving back to the community was important to Dolores. She was a member of the Frenchtown Presbyterian Church and The Presbyterian Women. She enjoyed painting ceramics and sharing her talent with friends in the Ceramic Club. She was also a Brownie Leader for over 25 years and had a strong love and compassion for animals.
Words can’t express how deeply missed Dolores will be by her family, friends and all who knew her.
A public graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 15, 2016, at 11:30 am at the Frenchtown Cemetery, Trenton Avenue, Frenchtown, NJ 08825. The family would prefer contributions in Dolores Smith’s memory be made to: Caring Hospice, Services, 400 Commerce Drive, Suite C, Fort Washington, PA 19034 or The Frenchtown Presbyterian Church, 20 4 th Street, Frenchtown, NJ 08825. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA. www.donahuefuneral.com
Francis (Frank, Buzz) Pulini, Jr a resident of Fort Washington, Montgomery County peacefully passed on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at his shore home in Holgate NJ at the age of 69.
Frank’s place of birth was Abington, PA. He is the beloved son of Louise nee: Elisano-Pulini and Francis J. Pulini Sr. He was a graduate of Cheltenham High School Class of 1965 and attended St. Joseph University.
Frank is survived by his beloved wife Karen Liebert-Pulini celebrating 45 years of marriage. Frank retired after 40 years from Pulini Foods, Camden NJ in 2015.
Frank will always be remembered as a dedicated loving husband to his wife Karen and a very proud father of his two son’s Christopher and spouse Jennifer, Pharm. D of Ambler, PA and Andrew of Fort Washington, PA. Frank cherished his role as grandfather to Kate.
Frank is the beloved brother to Grace Neebe spouse Dan of Wycombe, PA, Marie Pulini, MD of New York City, NY, Louise Pulini of Doylestown, PA, Donna Pulini of Margate NJ, Angelo Pulini and spouse Donna Vittorelli, VMD of Margate, NJ, Caesar Pulini and spouse Robin of Hammonton, NJ and Gina Pulini of Ventnor, NJ.
Time spent on the beach with family in Holgate NJ was Frank’s favorite enjoyment. He also liked jet skiing, watching John Wayne movies and listening to his favorite music by the CLASH.
Words can’t express how deeply missed Frank will be by his family, friends and all who knew him.
The family will receive relative and friends at 10:00am Friday, December 16, 2016 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 708 South Bethlehem Pike, Ambler PA 19002 followed by his Memorial Service at 11:00am. The Family would prefer contributions in Frank Pulini’s Memory be made to The American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or Long Beach Township, 6805 Long Beach Boulevard Brant Beach, NJ 08008, note on memo line: Frank Pulini, Beach Fund. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA. www.donahuefuneral.com
Joan Shields passed away November 29, 2016 in Lansdale, PA surrounded by her loving family.
She was 85. Born in Philadelphia she moved to Levittown in 1955. Joan worked as an administrative assistant at various companies. She retired in 2002 from Bristol Township L & I .
She was predeceased by her husband, Robert M. Shields, JR
Joan will be greatly missed by her two sons, Robert Shields and his wife Dianne, William Shields and his wife Andria. She will also be greatly missed by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to call from 10-11am Friday 12/2/16 at Funeral Home, 1218-20 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, PA. 19031.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association in Pennsylvania 527 Plymouth Road Suite 415 Plymouth Meeting Pa 19462. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown www.donahuefuneral.com.
Deanna Kovner: Family will receive relatives and friends at a wake service on Friday, August 26, 2016 at 10:30am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA followed by a service at 11:00am in the chapel.
Maria Serrano joined our Heavenly Father on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 3:12pm. She fought her battle against cancer valiantly, but her fight is finally over. Her pain is gone and, she is free and, in the arms of her Mother once again. Relatives and friends are invited to Maria’s mass on Thursday August 25, 2016 at St. Marks Catholic Church, 1025 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA 19007 at 11:00am. Family will greet relatives and friends from 10:00am to 11:00am. Interment will be private.
Edmee Mondestin sadly passed on Friday, August 12, 2016 with family by her side. In remembrance of Edmee, the family will receive relatives and friends at The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Chapel Cemetery, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at 12 noon, followed by Edmee’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30pm. When at the Shrine, enter through cemetery gates, follow the road to the end, Red Chapel will be to your left.
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Anthony G. Kondracki
Anthony G. Kondracki passed on peacefully Sunday, July 17, 2016 at the age of 89. Anthony’s place of birth was Shamokin, PA. He is the beloved son of the late Anthony F. and Carolyn nee: Pasternak Kondracki.
Anthony was a graduate of Shamokin High School, US Coast Guard Maritime School, Baltimore Construction Institute and received certifications from Penn State University and Wilkes College.
Anthony served his country faithfully in WW2 and in the Korean War. Anthony received the Atlantic and Pacific war zone medals as a member of the Merchant Marines in WW2. Anthony received two bronze stars along with the Korean Service Medal from the US Army. Anthony also served in the Persian Gulf (Merchant Seaman) 10/US Sea Lift Command.
This past June Anthony celebrated his 89th Birthday and 63rd Wedding Anniversary to his beloved and devoted wife Helen Mary nee: Gotaskie Kondracki.
Anthony was a brick layer and stone mason. He was a former president of the brick layers, mason, and plaster union #46. His knowledge of construction led to his career as a building inspector for the PA Dept of general services for 25 years. He coordinated the improvements to many state parks, including Rickett’s Glen and Hickory Run. His final project prior to his retirement was the development of Lake Nockamixon in Quakertown. Anthony was very proud of his part in projects that so many people now enjoy.
Anthony and his beloved wife Helen are residents of Quakertown for the last 44 years. Anthony is the beloved father of Anthony and spouse Louise of Kingston, PA and two daughters, Andrea C. Kondracki of Florence KY and Suzanne R. Kondracki of Doylestown, PA.
Anthony is the beloved brother of Joseph and spouse Demi of Mt. Laurel, NJ and the late Frank Kondracki, Henry Kondracki, William Kondracki, and Anna nee Kondracki Siwa.
Anthony is the beloved grandfather of three grandchildren. Bradley and spouse Jonie of San Francisco CA, Michael and spouse Princess of London England and Steven of Denver CO; Anthony is the great grandfather of Zoe Kondracki of San Francisco, CA along with many nieces and nephews.
Anthony is a parishioner of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Ottsville PA. When he wasn’t spending time with family and friends he enjoyed wood carving and clock and watch repair. Music was also something Anthony took pleasure in.
Anthony will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Helen and the family they both love so dearly. Anthony will always be remembered as a good and kind man to all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Anthony’s memorial Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday July 27, 2016. The family will receive friends at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd (Rt. 611 & 412), Ottsville, PA at 10:00am followed by Anthony’s Mass at 11:00am. Military Honors and Interment will take place at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Road, Newtown PA 18940 at 1:30pm.
The Family would prefer contributions in Anthony’s memory be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eight Ave. 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001.
John J. Reidler of Upper Black Eddy entered heavens gates on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 with his loving wife Janet and children John (Christian) Reidler of Kintnersville, Pa and Jeannette (Scott) Sciss of Coopersburg, PA. by his side. John was 77 on July 16, 2016.
John was born in Philadelphia, Pa to the late Peter and Otilia (Wiedenbauer) Reidler. He was the loving brother of Otilia (Dolly Litzenberger), who passed away in 1976.
John is survived by his brother Peter of Florida, Gerald (Sharlyn) of Brodheadsville, PA and Joseph (Renate’) of Upper Black Eddy, PA. John will be missed dearly by his six grandchildren, Christopher, Kevin, Sam, Erica, Jason and Danielle. John was looking forward to attending the wedding of his granddaughter Danielle to Tyler Heimbach on October 7, 2016 as he recently celebrated his wedding anniversary of 52 years on June 20, 2016 to his loving and devoted wife Janet.
John served in the Army. He was also a 4th degree Knights of Columbus, an active member of the American Legion, NRA and other organizations as well as a life member of the Fleas.
John enjoyed his cabin in the Poconos especially during hunting season with the guys as well as spending time at his Florida home. John retired from Asplundh Co and started Harrow Modular Home Sales. John was a man of many skills including carpentry and plumbing. He always did what had to be done.
John looked forward to his weekly time watching NASCAR races with his son John, Brother Joe and close friend Joe O. When John wasn’t making memories with friends and family he enjoyed restoring cars, in particular a 65 Chevy truck, 64 Corvette and his favorite accomplishment a 67 Camaro. John will be missed by all those who have been blessed to know him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Saturday, July 23, 2016 at 10:30am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (Rt. 611 and 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by John’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA.
Marianne E. Snyder Przyuski, formerly of Ottsville, PA passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at New Seasons at New Britain in Chalfont, PA with her family by her side. She was 91.
She was the loving wife of the late Paul Snyder, who died in 1983 and the late John W. Przyuski who died in 2014.
Born in Philadelphia, PA she was the beloved daughter of the late Stefano and Margaret (Butler) Hickey. She was a graduate of Cecilian Academy.
When Mrs. Przyuski wasn’t spending time with her family, many will remember her working and volunteering in the Palisades School District. She was a dedicated member of St. John the Baptist Church, Ottsville, PA .
Marianne is the beloved mother of five children; Kathy Ginter and her husband Chuck of Levittown, PA, Paul Snyder of Breinigsville, PA, Steve Snyder and wife Wendy of Kintnersville, PA, Mary Miller and her husband Wayne of Pipersville, PA, Dennis Snyder of North Charleston, SC and four step children Tom Przyuski and his wife Dawn of Perkasie, PA, Donna Trotter and her husband Bill of Quakertown, Beth Przyuski and her fiancé Joe Crowley of Zelienople, PA and Karen Schill of Perkasie, PA. She is the beloved sister of the late Margaret Lawless, Anne Marie Slocum and Stef Hickey.
Marianne is also the devoted Aunt to many loving nieces and nephews. She is the beloved Grandmother to Amanda, Brittany, Corinne, Keri, Drew, Melissa, Aly, Jimmy, Sean, Kyle, Jamie, Matt, Jessy and Great Grandmother to eleven.
Her mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12 noon on Monday, July 18, 2016 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942, where family and friends may call from 10:30 to 11:45. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown PA; www.donahuefuneral.com
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Sadly, Joseph Samuel Walsh (Joe, Joey) of Riegelsville passed away suddenly Saturday, June 18th. . Joe was 19 years old.
Joey was born in Allentown, PA on March 21, 1997, and is the beloved son of Daniel P Walsh and Michele (Grida) Walsh. Joey was the “little brother” and friend to Angela (Walsh) Brosius and spouse Derek, Daniel J. Walsh and spouse Amanda, Justin Walsh and Sarah Walsh and fiancé Scott Wilson. Joey is the beloved grandson of John Walsh, the late Elizabeth (McDermott) Walsh, Mary (Aron) Grida and the late John Grida.
Joey is the beloved Uncle of Connor James, Tristan Daniel, Roman Joseph and Evan Jacob. Joey comes from a large family being the beloved nephew of twenty-four Aunts and Uncles and he is survived by forty-one First Cousins and their Families
When Joey wasn’t spending time with his family, he enjoyed a variety of activities with his friends with a special interest in motorcycles, cars and driving. He enjoyed Gaming, Hunting and Fishing in addition to Bowling and Disc Golf.
Joey was an active member of St. John the Baptist Church where he attended Elementary School. He then completed his High School education at Palisades High School graduating in 2015. Joey was employed at Clientlink in shipping and fulfillment, however he aspired to be a Philadelphia Police Officer.
Relatives and friends are invited to Joey’s Celebration of Life with a viewing Sunday evening, June 26th, 2016 from 6-8:30pm at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (412 & 611), Ottsville, PA 18942.
Relatives and friends are also invited to attend a viewing at the church listed above on Monday morning, June 27th, 2016 from 10:00am to 11:30am followed by Joey’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. Interment immediately following Mass at St. John’s Cemetery, Haycock, PA.
Joey will always be remembered as a loyal, sincere and generous friend, Son and Brother. His desire to enjoy life and his community will forever be in the memory of those who knew him.
In lieu of flowers family would prefer contributions in Joey’s memory be made to: St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942 or Rachel’s Vineyards, 808 N. Henderson Road 2nd Floor, King of Prussia, PA 19406 or Blessed Margaret Home for Crisis Pregnancies, P.O. Box 361 Bensalem PA 19020. Arrangements by The Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA. www.donahuefuneral.com
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Feliksa Bialoblocka, Miguel Garcia, Paul Savas, Mildred Stanojev, Ellen Boehm, Kunigunde Huber, Elizabeth Tucker, Ann Ahearn, Woodrow Gerrick, William Wallace, Florence Gallo, Joseph Rusin and Wilma Williams.
Mary Theresa Balbirer was welcomed into Heaven’s Gates at her home on April 19th in the presence of her four children; Mary Ann Harrison, Robert Balbirer, Dorothy Aste and Frank Balbirer. Other survivors are her 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews
Mary was born in Hilltown, PA on August 28, 1920, the daughter of Ignatius and Nothburga Miketta. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert, Sr.; her son, David Balbirer, and her three brothers; Ignatius, Robert and Joseph.
A devoted wife of 47 years, and mother, she was a dedicated homemaker. Various relatives and friends experienced her extraordinary compassion whenever needed as a caretaker for young, old and handicapped alike. She worked the farm, loved to sew, cooked gourmet soups and baked delicate German pastries and strudels, which she often donated to her favorite causes. In her private moments she wrote poetry, having won prizes in her school years.
Mary was a very active member of St. John the Baptist Parish for 74 years. She served in the Altar and Rosary Society and a member of the Fatima House Ministries. She strongly supported Catholic education as an active member in the Mother’s Guild/Home and School Association, volunteered as the school Librarian, a fund raiser and mentoring Grandmother in her later years.
In her community she helped lead 4-H groups. She was a cherished member of the Ottsville Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary. In her senior years she participated in the Eastern Upper Bucks Senior Center.
She is fondly remembered for her kindheartedness, generous benevolence, gracious hospitality and wise sayings. Her quiet encouragement to her family and friends is her lasting influence on all.
Relatives and friends are invited to Mary’s Celebration of life with a viewing Sunday, April 24, 2016 from 6-8pm at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (412 & 611), Ottsville, PA 18942.
Relatives and friends are also invited to attend a viewing at the church listed above on Monday morning, April 25, 2016 at 11:00am followed by Mary’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. Interment immediately following mass at St. John’s Cemetery, Haycock, PA.
To honor Mary’s wishes, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Eastern Upper Bucks Senior Center, 8040 Rt. 611, Ottsville, PA 18942 or to St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd., Ottsville, PA 18942. Funeral arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown. www.donahuefuneral.com.
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It is with deep sadness and regret that we announce the passing of Br. Kazimierz Chester Pasnik, OSPPE. After a long and difficult illness, he died January 8, 2016 at the Polish Shrine (Monastery) at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA in the year of his 102nd birthday. Brother Kazimierz was born in a small village Przypisówka, near Lublin, Poland on April 12, 1914. He entered the Order of Saint Paul the First Hermit on May 29, 1931. He made his vows of poverty, chastity and obedience on February 29, 1934. By the decision of the General Superior of the Order he went to Hungary to work in Budapest on May 12, 1934. After 16 years of service as a religious brother in Hungary, he fled from the Hungarian communists and on December 16, 1950 arrived in Italy. He left Naples, Italy on July 9, 1955 by the American ship the “Constitution”. He reached the United States of America on July 18, 1955. Br. Kazimierz was a member of the original team of the Pauline Fathers and Brothers at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA. For many years he was an administrator of the Monastery. He was also a Gardener. People knew him very well as the brother who took Mass intentions at the cafeteria every Sunday and by his faithful presence during daily adoration. After his faithful service for God and the Blessed Virgin Mary he passed away – – the first day of the Novena to Saint Paul the First Hermit, the patriarch of the Pauline Fathers and Brothers.
The Solemn transfer of Brother Kazimierz from the Monastery to the lower church will take place at 8:00 am on Sunday, January 10th 2016. A viewing will continue, concluding the closing mass on Sunday at 5:00 pm. Religious Relatives and Friends are also invited to Brother Kazimierz viewing Monday morning, January 11, 2016 at 9:00 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 am. A procession to the Shrine Cemetery will follow. Funeral arrangements by the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown Pa www.donahuefuneral.com 215-348-9421.
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Patrick Dennis Quinlisk of Langhorne, PA passed on peacefully Saturday, November 7, 2015 with his loving family by his side; he was 44. Patrick is the beloved husband and best friend of Carla Chamberlin Quinlisk. They celebrated 13 years of marriage in July.
Patrick grew up in Levittown, PA, and graduated from Neshaminy High School in 1989. He is the beloved son of Mary Jane (nee Spoerl) Quinlisk and the late Dennis Quinlisk. Patrick was the youngest of seven children and is survived by Kathleen Quinlisk, Paoli, PA, Susan (Quinlisk) Gill and spouse Graham of Erdenheim, PA, Maureen (Quinlisk) Carpenter and Jim Carpenter of Langhorne, PA, Joseph Quinlisk of Annapolis, MD, John Quinlisk and spouse Margaret (nee Bodkin) Quinlisk of Langhorne, PA, and Frank Quinlisk and spouse Meg (nee Masterson) Quinlisk of West Chester, PA. He is the beloved father of Eleanor, and he will be greatly missed by his thirteen nieces and nephews.
Patrick is deeply loved by his family and friends and his memory will be celebrated each and every day of their lives. He was foremost a devoted father, and he leaves his daughter Eleanor (Ellie) with a lifetime of loving and cherished memories with her dad. His dedication to his wife, family, and friends was an inspiration to all.
Patrick was most recently employed as an Electrical Designer with Jacobs Engineering Group, and previously at CUH2A and HDR Architects. He was a licensed racer in US Cycling Federation, former president of the Bucks County Racing Club, and an avid Phillies Fan.
The family will receive relatives and friends Friday November 13, 2015 at St. Andrew Church, 81 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA 18940 at 10:00 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 12:00 noon. Family would prefer contributions in Patrick’s memory be sent to “Langhorne Open Space,” c/o Phil Miele, Treasurer, LOSI, 940 Langhorne-Yardley Road, Langhorne, Pennsylvania 19047-8243. Internment will be private. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home; www.donahuefuneral.com
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Mr. and Mrs. William Daley:
William F. Daley Sr. formerly of Bensalem PA passed on peacefully Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at Golden Living, Doylestown with family by his side at the age of 78.
William lost the love of his life on March 15, 2014, his beloved wife Camille M. nee: Wadlinger-Daley. Together they celebrated 55 years of marriage.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend William and Camille’s Mass of Christian Burial, Monday morning September 7, 2015 at 7:00 am St. Charles Borromeo Church, Bristol Pike and Hulmeville Rd, Bensalem PA 19020 followed by a (prompt) 9:30 am interment of Military Honors at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown www.donahuefuneral.com
Joseph A. Semansky, Jr. of Philadelphia – age 68, formerly of Trenton, passed away August 29, 2015 in Philadelphia after a short illness. Born and raised in Trenton he successfully pursued various positions in the State of New Jersey with The Department of Education, Health Department of Emergency Medical Services as well as the NJ State Department of Correction. After his tenure in these positions he embarked on a distinguished career with the US Department of Labor of Job Corps which spanned 33 years. He was appointed Deputy Regional Director in San Francisco in 1997. He became the US Department of Labor Regional Director for Job Corps New York in 1999. In 2004 he was again appointed as the Regional Director of Job Corps for Boston. He remained in that position until his retirement in June 2012. He enjoyed numerous hobbies. His greatest joy was being an avid fan and follower of the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, Flyers and Sixers. He is survived by his brother Eugene Semansky.
Relatives and friends will be received Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at 10:30am at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine — Cemetery Chapel (beyond cemetery gates) 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 followed by Joseph’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30am. Interment to follow at Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in “Joseph A. Semansky, Jr. Memory” to The American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust Street, Philadelphia PA 19103 or online at www.cancer.org. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown www.donahuefuneral.com
Max Phillip Sperry, Sr. an electronic engineer and longtime resident of Ottsville, PA, passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family on August 25, 2015 at the age of 75 after a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
Born on September 8, 1939 in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Albert, Sr. and Laura McKeith Sperry. Max was married to his wife Alberta M. Sperry for 52 years as of June 15th.
Max grew up In Huntington Valley and was drafted into the US Army on July 15, 1963. He served until his honorable discharge as a Class E3 with special award as Sharpshooter on September 18, 1964.
Max then went to work for Jerrold/General Instrument where he served as a Project Manager and Quality Assurance Officer. The company eventually merged with Motorola, which is where Max worked until his retirement in 1999. He was a pioneer of the JDLD employee involvement program and received the General Instrument JLX award for endless dedication to ensuring superior reliability of GI products. After retirement, he continued to work several years as a private consultant for Motorola.
Max enjoyed the pursuit of learning and mastering his many interests. He was noted as being an excellent problem solver and known to be able to “fix anything”. In addition to his zeal for learning, Max loved to teach and share his knowledge with others. He took great pride in serving as a mentor to family, friends, and coworkers. He also served on advisory boards for the Upper Bucks County Vocational Technical School. He also enjoyed analyzing and repairing mechanical and electronics for family and friends.
When he wasn’t working, Max loved the country life and spending time outdoors. Among his many personal interests, Max enjoyed training and riding horses, raising animals, listening to music, playing multiple instruments, vegetable gardening, boating, camping, riding motorcycles, and vacationing in Myrtle Beach, SC. He also enjoyed training dogs and was a Member of the Allentown Dog Club. However, his greatest passion was spending time with his family and dog, Rufus.
In addition to his wife Alberta, Max is survived by three children, Jeanette M., wife of William Uzdzienski, Lansdale, PA, Max P. (Phillip) Jr, husband of Leigh Anne Sperry, Uniontown, PA and Thomas D., husband of Robin Sperry, Burlington, NJ; nine grandchildren, Brandon, Matthew, Brett and Jared Uzdzienski, Lansdale, PA; Lauren and Max P. Sperry III, Uniontown, PA, and Aaron, Alicia, and Austin Sperry, Burlington, NJ; and beloved dog, Rufus.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Monday evening 6:00pm to 8:00pm at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd (Rt. 611 & 412). Ottsville, PA 18942. A Viewing will also be held at the above mentioned church Tuesday morning 11:00am followed by Max’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00pm. Interment: Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940 at 2:30pm.
The family would prefer contributions be made “In Memory of Max Phillip Sperry, Sr.” to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 304, Chicago, IL 60611. Donations can be made online in Max’s Memory at www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown www.donahuefuneral.com.
Charles (Grisbrook) Larsen formerly of Worchester, Massachusetts passed on peacefully Saturday, August 1, 2015 at Greenleaf Nursing Facility in Doylestown, PA at the age of 89.
Charles is the beloved husband of the late Shirley nee: Piper Larsen of Thompsonville, CT passing on February 20, 2011 at the age of 81. Charles and Shirley celebrated 62 years of marriage sharing their life and raising a family in Springfield, MA.
Charles is the beloved son of the late Martin and Ivy Eveline Grisbrook Larsen. He grew up, one of 8 children, in Springfield, MA. He was a graduate of Technical High School class of 1944 and then attended Northeastern University, MA.
Charles was employed as an Electrical Engineer with F. W. Sickles and Motorola designing television tuners and later RF modules in the development of early television communication systems and was responsible for many patents.
Charles is the beloved father of the late Eric Randall Larsen spouse Young Oak Hwang Larsen, Florida. Charles Grisbrook Larsen, Jr., Michigan. Kevin Richard Larsen and spouse KC Larsen of Colorado. Jo-Ann Faith Larsen and spouse Kenneth Kravitz, PA. Charles was honored to have five grandchildren and seven great-grand children.
In addition to spending time with family and friends, Charles enjoyed hiking, traveling and operating his Ham radio.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing on Friday, August 7th 2015 at 11:00am at BuxMont Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Church, 2040 Street Road (just off Rt. 611) Warrington, PA 18976, followed by his funeral service at 12:00pm. Interment: Doylestown Cemetery, Doylestown PA. Donations can be made to his favorite charity the ALS Association, Greater Philadelphia Chapter, 321 Norristown Road, Suite 260, Ambler, PA 19002. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home; www.donahuefuneral.com
Gina C. Pierce of Plymouth Meeting passed on peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, July 12, 2015 at the age of 84.
Born in Philadelphia, Gina is the beloved daughter of the late Domenico and Dorina Candelori. Gina grew up in South Philadelphia and was a graduate of John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School class of 1949.
Gina was employed with Danella Construction Company as Executive Assistant to the President from 1971 to 2001.
Gina is survived by her husband, the love of her life for 59+ years John “Jack” D. Pierce.
Gina is the beloved mother of four children Cynthia Reale and spouse Albino of Blue Bell, PA; John Pierce Jr. and spouse Lorraine of Havertown, PA; David Pierce and spouse Sandra of Doylestown, PA and the late Gina M. Pierce.
Gina is the beloved sister of Paul Candelori and the late Dominic Candelori and Edith Nail.
Gina is the devoted grandmother of 9 Grandchildren: Michael Reale, Adam Reale, Justin Pierce, Eric Reale, Christina Reale, Joshua Pierce, David Pierce, Zachary Pierce and Jack Pierce.
Gina was a devout Roman Catholic parishioner of St. Paul’s Church of East Norriton, PA.
In her leisure time, Gina enjoyed gardening, traveling, cooking and shopping. Being family-oriented and a devoted partner to her husband, Gina skillfully managed family and career with great success while being a caregiver to her mother and brother who needed special care. Gina was a special woman who enjoyed many things in life especially flowers, chocolate and the beach. Most of all, Gina was family-oriented and cherished weekly family gatherings. Gina will always be remembered for her great sense of humor and sadly missed by all those who knew her.
The family will receive relatives and friends Thursday morning, July 16, 2015 at 9:30am at St. Paul’s RC Church, 2007 New Hope Street, East Norriton, PA 19401, followed by Gina’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment is at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Norristown PA. Family would prefer contributions in Gina’s memory to Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 or visit Gina’s Tribute Page at: http://act.alz.org/site/TR/Events/Tributes-AlzheimersChampions?pxfid=283185&fr_id=1060&pg=fund. Arrangements by the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, www.donahuefuneral.com
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Clyde Niskala passed away Saturday, July 4th to reunite with the love of his life, married 57 years, Ellen who passed away in 2012.
Mr. Niskala’s family has scheduled a mass at St. John’s with a viewing for Thursday, July 9th.10am viewing and 11am mass with interment at St. John’s cemetery.
Regina E. Cullen of Bedminster passed on peacefully June 20th 2015 at Doylestown Hospital at the age of 93. She led a life of religious dedication as a daughter of our Lady of Fatima under the direction of Fr. Paul Lambert in 1949. During this time “Genie” as she was affectionately known, also worked in St. Philomena’s Parish giving religious instructions and parish visitations. In 1959 Genie moved to Bedminster Township with the other members of the Daughters of Our Lady of Fatima to begin retreat work. The community in the year 2000 was incorporated into the Apostolate of Our Lady of Fatima which continued the work of the Daughters.
Genie’s place of birth was Philadelphia. She is the beloved daughter of the late Charles and Alice nee: Johnson Cullen.
Genie attended Catholic Elementary School and High School in Upper Darby and was a graduate from the Philadelphia College of Art. Genie worked in advertising as a Graphic Artist. Genie was employed at The “Manor” as an assistant teacher to care for children that were profoundly disabled. She was very loved by the children and staff.
Genie will be missed by many who received from her a loving and kind ear when they needed it most. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Friday, June 26th 2015 at 11:00am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd (611 & 412), Ottsville, PA followed by Genie’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 noon. Interment: St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Genie’s Memory to Fatima Retreat House, P.O. Box 116, Bedminster Pa 18910 to continue the worked she loved. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA www.donahuefuneral.com
Roger H. Ludwig of Morrisville, Pa., passed away on a June 16, 2015. He was 69.
He was the beloved father of Kimberly Hummell, John M. Ludwig (Debra) and Edward J. Ludwig (Tina). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Emmitt Koehler, Alexis Mitchell, Christina Ludwig, Xavier Ludwig; and one great grandchild.
Roger was born Dec. 2, 1925 in Montgomery County Pa. He was the beloved son of Marlin Ludwig (Shirley) and Alberta Funk. He is also survived by brother, Richard (Patrica) Ludwig, and niece, Melinda.
He was in the Army, and worked as a mechanical drawing and installation of flooring. His hobbies included Drag bikes, R.C. boats, and fishing.
A memorial service will be held at 9:15 a.m. prompt on Thursday morning June 25th at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Road, Newtown, Pa. 18940.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Roger H. Ludwig name to American Legion, 1537 Woodburne Road, Levittown, Pa. 19057 or American Cancer Society, 5720 Fishers Ln., Suite# 212, Rockville MD, 20852. Donahue Funeral Home,
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David Campbell Kerr, Jr. of Doylestown Borough passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2015. He was 86.
A Military Service with Honors will be held Thursday, April 30th at 1:30 pm at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA. Anyone wishing to attend should arrive at the cemetery by 1:15 pm.
Contributions can be sent to The Korean War Memorial Foundation, 1806 Belles Street, #6-B, The Presidio, San Francisco, CA 94129
Theodosia Julia Kurek passed peacefully at home on Tuesday April 14, 2015 at the age of 98, a Radio Station Manager for WTEL in Philadelphia. She loved life and will be deeply missed by those whose lives she touched.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Monday morning, April 20, 2015 at 10:00 am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham rd (Rt 611 & 412) Ottsville, PA 18947. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Family would appreciate Memorial Gifts in the form of Mass Cards.
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Barbara Kaufmann:
Barbara Kaufmann of The Pine Run Community formerly of Feasterville, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2015, at her home. She was 75.
She was one of four children born to the late Michael and Elizabeth (Schulberger) Sabath.
Barbara was married for 37 years to the beloved late Charles J. Kaufmann Sr., who passed away suddenly in 1996. Barbara is the mother of four devoted and grateful children, Charles Kaufmann Jr. of Feasterville, Barbara Wagher (Phil) of Warrington, Kevin (Vickie) Kaufmann of New Hope, and Kimberly Kaufmann of Hilltown. She has six cherished grandchildren, Christopher, Amy, Conner, Lindsay, Casey and Brynne, and was blessed with two great grand children, Sophia and Robert James.
Along with her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her sister, Elizabeth Vile; and two brothers, William and Michael Sabath.
Barbara was a graduate of Little Flower High School, Class of 1958. Barbara spent most of her adult life making wonderful memories with her family as a wife and mother while continuing her love for faith as an active long time member of Assumption BVM Church in Feasterville.
Barbara enjoyed being surrounded by her family and friends. Barbara was an avid lover of gardening and enjoyed her responsibilities in The Back Acres – Pine Run Community Garden. She was a very loving and giving person enjoying all her activities and friendships with The Red Hatters.
The family will receive relatives and friends 11:30 a.m. Monday, March 30, at Our Lady of Czestochowa (Cemetery Chapel), 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. Followed by Barbara’s Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. Interment will be in the Shrine Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the Pine Run Community Parvee Foundation, 777 Ferry Rd., Doylestown, PA 18901-2199.
John Michael Sabath passed peacefully Friday, March 13, 2015 with his family by his side. He was 79.
Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Margaret (Beitz) Sabath, and a graduate from Northeast Catholic High School, Class of 1953.
John was the beloved husband to Barbara Sabath, as they celebrated 57 loving years of marriage together in September.
John is survived by his four devoted and grateful children, John N. (Joanne) of Langhorne, James of Hilltown, Greg (Carla) of Bedminster and Ann Christensen of Bedminster. John will be dearly missed by his nine grand children.
Many will remember John from the Rockledge Amoco Station as he took great pride in operating the station for 27 years.
John had a great love for family, friends and faith as he was an active member of St. John the Baptist Parish. Wood working and country music was his favorite pass time activities, never passing up an opportunity to watch or talk about the Philadelphia Phillies and Miami Dolphins.
The family will receive relatives and friends 10 a.m. Monday, March 23, at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd., Ottsville, PA 18942, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery.
Kathryn (Brennan) Ferris of Upper Black Eddy died peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2015 with her loving family by her side at the age of 94.
Kathryn is the beloved wife of the late James H. Ferris who passed on March 30th, 1997. They celebrated 55 years of marriage together.
Kathryn is survived by her devoted sons, John (Julia) Ferris, Joseph (Carmela) Ferris, and James (Catherine) Ferris. Kathryn will be dearly missed by her 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Relatives and friend are invited to attend a viewing Thursday morning, March 19, 2015 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 Noon. Interment, St. John Neumann Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family would prefer contributions to the Carmelite Monastry, 89 Hiddenbrook Drive, Beacon, NY 12508 or the Maryknoll Missions, 75 Ryder Rd, Ossining NY 10562 in Kathryn’s memory. Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown. www.donahuefuneral.com
Suzanne Marie Haney of Warminster, Pa., passed away suddenly on March 6, 2015 surrounded by loving family. She was 83.
She was the beloved mother of Melodie Ann Brady (Tommy) and Heidi Marie Hughes (Harry). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Amber Hughes, Hollyann Becker, Nicholas Toscano, Phillip Brady; and three great grandsons.
Suzanne was born Oct. 3, 1931 in Philadelphia, Pa. She was the beloved daughter of William C. Fisher and Anna M. Fisher of the Lawndale section of Philadelphia. She graduated from Olney High in 1949 and took many college courses.
She took great pride in becoming a Philadelphia police officer during a time when it was not customary for females to do so, and became a ‘James Bond Girl’ during special detail. She worked diligently in promoting child welfare when in the Juvenile Aid Division and was a promoter of race equality despite the race riots in the 1960’s.
In 1978, she became an ordained minister and started The Aquarian Light Center, a Non-denominational, Inter-faith Church and Ecumenical Community.
She worked in the security business for many years at Strawbridge & Clothier, Warminster Hospital, and lastly at Doylestown Hospital. She retired in 2000 from the Telecommunications Department at Doylestown Hospital and immediately began babysitting her granddaughter, Amber, gardening, knitting/crocheting, and traveling the world full-time.
The love of family, history, nature, animals, spirituality, and the belief in the infinite possibilities of each human being, helped sustain her with dignity and grace during her lengthy battle with debilitating arthritis as well as cardiac and pulmonary disease (COPD).
Family will receive relatives and friends at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 13, at Neshaminy Warwick Presbyterian Church, 1401 Meetinghouse Road, Warminster, Pa. 18974, followed by Suzanne’s funeral service at 12 p.m. Interment in Pine Grove Cemetery, Warminster, Pa.
In lieu of flowers, family asks that contributions to be made in Suzanne’s name to Bucks County S.P.C.A., P.O. Box 277, 1665 Street Road, Lahaska, PA 18931.
Clara Trauger of Kintnersville passed peacefully February 10, 2015 at Holy Family Manor in Bethlehem PA at the age of 94.
Born in the Bridesburg section of Philadelphia, Clara was the beloved daughter of Joseph and Prakseda nee: Sucharski Szczepanski.
Clara is preceded in death by her beloved husband Aaron Trauger who she married November 28th 1940 and celebrated 49 years together. For over thirty years Clara worked at Mrs. Paul’s Frozen Food Products in Doylestown.
Clara was a dedicated parishioner of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church of Ottsville Pa. Her talents included gardening as she was an avid gardener both with flowers and vegetables and had a reputation as an excellent baker.
Clara is the beloved mother of Frank Trauger, Brooklyn, N.Y., Leonard Trauger; spouse Cindy of Santa Rosa, CA and Mary Louise Roney; spouse Jeff of Kintnersville, PA. She is the cherished grandmother of Amanda O’Neal, Christina Trauger, Joel Roney, Melissa Trauger and Laura Roney. Clara was the proud great grandmother of Jacob Roney.
Relatives and Friends are invited to attend Clara’s viewing at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, (611 & 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 Saturday morning, February 14, 2015 at 10:00am followed by her Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment: Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. The family would prefer contributions in Clara’s Memory to St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville PA 18942. Arrangements made by THE DONAHUE FUNERAL HOME Flourtown, PA. www.DonahueFuneral.com
Charles Edward Fees, age 85 passed away peacefully on January 17, 2015, from complications of Cerebral Small Vessel Disease, at Pine Run Health Center surrounded by his loving family.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years Bernice Fees, sons Charles Fees, Jr. and David (Debbie) Fees and by his daughters Susan (Michael) Palmer and Sharon (Eric Hayashi) Fees. He is also survived by his brother Richard (Lillian) Fees and grandchildren Elizabeth DeLacy, Colden Fees, Aaron Hayashi, and Bryce Hayashi. He leaves behind several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Charles, or “Chick” as he was known, was born on July 3, 1929, in Norristown, PA, to the late Charles H. Fees and Frances Fees. Chick graduated from Northeast High School in Philadelphia in 1947 and received a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel Institute of Technology in 1952. While at Drexel, he enjoyed many social events and, in 1949, was a founding member of Delta Kappa Rho, the now national fraternity Phi Kappa Sigma.
He worked for the Warminster instrumentation company Fischer & Porter as a project manager until his retirement in 1991. During that tenure, Chick acted as President, at various times, of the Athletic Association and Retiree Association.
Chick married his long-time sweetheart, Bernice, on April 11, 1953 and soon settled in Hartsville, PA. He fulfilled his life-long dream of living in the countryside when, in 1969, he purchased a dilapidated farmhouse & moved his growing family to upper Bucks County.
While raising their four children, he and Bernice refurbished their home and property, including the rebuilding of the original barn, to become a place that everyone loved to visit.
An active Boy Scout in his youth, Chick loved nature and the outdoors. He nurtured a large vegetable garden, numerous flower beds & an orchard for over 30 years. He was a member of the Bedminster Township Land Conservancy and Bedminster Historical Society.
Chick enjoyed the pass-time of ballroom dancing with Bernice. They created C & B Dance Studio and, for 35 years, became the “go-to” couple in Upper Bucks County for learning how to ballroom dance. Chick was also an early advocate of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He became an avid runner participating in dozens of competitive runs, including 3 marathons. He was a skilled carpenter. Chick enjoyed refinishing furniture pieces and fashioning cabinetry. In his retirement, he built and extensive addition to the family home. Chick and Bernice became enthusiastic birders, traveling the United States to identify as many “lifers” as they could.
Above all, Chick valued his family and friends. He and Bernice hosted many a gathering that brought numerous loved ones together over the years.
Chick dealt with his disease and approached death as he lived his life: with grace, dignity, good humor, and patience. All who met Chick knew him as a humble and kind man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Chick Fees will be held on February 28, 2015, at St. Mathew’s Keller’s Church. The family will begin receiving visitors at 10:30 a.m. with the service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Reception to immediately follow.
Chick’s family would like to extend their deep appreciation and thank you to the care givers of Comfort Keepers and the entire staff at Pine Run Community.
Donations in Chick’s memory can be made to Pine Run Community (800-992-8992), the Bucks County Audubon Society (bcas.org), or to the Bedminster Township Land Conservancy (bedminsterlandconservancy.org). Arrangements by the Donahue Funeral Home, www.donahuefuneral.com
Harriet M. Huff of Pine Run Community passed away Friday, January 23, 2015. She was 83. She is survived by two brothers and one sister.
A memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 2pm, Pine Run Community, 777 Ferry Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901. Contributions may be sent to Parvee Foundation, 777 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901-2199.
William H. Dayton, Sr., a resident of Ottsville, passed on peacefully Monday, January 19, 2015 at the age of 84 with his family by his side.
Known as Bill to family and friends, he was born on October 5, 1930 in Milltown, NJ, and is the beloved son of the late Jesse and Emma nee: Drake -Dayton.
Bill is the beloved husband of Mary Ann nee: Dalfonso-Dayton celebrating 59 years of marriage.
Bill served in the United States Navy from 1949 as an electrician’s mate, served on the USS Nespelen (AOG-55) and was honorably discharged in 1953.
Bill held positions as an industrial engineer and plant engineer at various companies and also was a self employed general contractor.
Bill’s interests included hunting, fishing, gardening and woodworking. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Church in Ottsville, PA.
Bill is the devoted father of William H. Dayton, Jr., married to Sheila, Lori Froeder, married to Michael, Jean Boroch, married to Blair, and John A. Dayton, married to Shelley. Bill is the beloved grandfather of Jesse, Nicole, married to Jeremy, Billy,III, Cole, Lucas, Kyle and Evan. In addition he has many cherished nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews and great grandnieces and great grandnephews.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 9:30am at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd (Rt. 611 & 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am. Interment: Whitemarsh Memorial Park Cemetery, 1169 Limekiln Pike, Ambler, PA 19002.
To honor Bill’s commitment to Boys Town, donations may be made in his name online at www.boystown.org/gift, or by mail to Boys Town, P.O. Box 8000, Boys Town, NE 68010.
Kathleen Ann (Przyuski) Stanzione, a longtime Ottsville resident, died unexpectedly in her sleep during the early morning hours on Monday, January 12, 2015 at her home. She was 62.
She was one of five children born to the late Stanley and Josephine, (Fachet) Przyuski.
Kathy was married for 39 years to her husband Robert “Bob” Stanzione. She was the mother of Robert J. Stanzione, Jr. and his wife Ilea, and Jenna L. Stanzione-Durham and her husband Steve. She has one grandchild, Michael Pasquale Stanzione.
Along with her parents, Kathy was preceded in death by her oldest brother Joseph Przyuski. She is survived by Joe’s spouse Ellen (O’Reilly) Przyuski, Stanley and Terry (Mackey) Przyuski, Ron and Diane (Przyuski) Watson, and James Przyuski along with thirteen nieces and nephews.
Kathy attended St. John the Baptist Elementary school and is a 1970 graduate of Palisades HS. After graduating high school, Kathy worked for an insurance agency before being hired by the Bucks County Youth Center’s group home program as a houseparent. She met and married her husband Bob during that time and they ran a group home in Furlong for delinquent youth for three years. In 1981 Kathy joined the family business – Przyuski’s Country Drive-In – as a co-owner and manager until it was sold. Kathy pursued several part time positions and eventually found one that provided her with an opportunity to use both her food service skills and her love for children at Groveland Elementary School as a cafeteria worker.
Kathy enjoyed being surrounded by family and her friends. She had a green thumb when it came to houseplants with an uncanny ability to successfully grow the most difficult plants. She loved gardening, her pets, and spending time at her shore house.
A memorial service and mass will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at St. John the Baptist Catholic church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942. Kathy’s family will receive family and friends from 10:00am to Noon. A mass will follow at Noon.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to St. John the Baptist Church in Ottsville, PA would be appreciated.
Judy Joanne Thrane of Doylestown passed Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014, at her residence. She was 55.
Judy’s place of birth was Kansas City, Mo., and was the beloved daughter of William and Sally Cummings Thrane.
Judy grew up in Bucks County and was a graduate of Central Bucks West, Class of 1977.
Judy is survived by her children, Carol Barthold (Greg) of Doylestown, Janet Mary Skerle of Upper Black Eddy, Mandy Skerle of Essington, Delaware County, and Rachel Skerle of Doylestown. Judy was the beloved sister of Cheryl Thrane of Doylestown, Kristine Riley (Bill) of North Wales, Janet Thrane (Janee) of Winter Park, Fla., Sarah Morvin (Steve) of Willow Grove, and was the adored aunt to William Howell of Bond, Colo. and Jack and Nina Morvin of Willow Grove.
Judy was a talented baker and pastry decorator employed in Doylestown.
In her spare time, Judy was committed to helping others as she truly believed the necessity of importance in donating blood to the Red Cross marking her three gallon pin donor. Judy always found time to volunteer at a consignment shop that benefited A Woman’s Place. Judy had a talent and passion for crocheting and shared her creations with loved ones. Above all, Judy will always be remembered as a loving and caring mother devoted to her four daughters.
The family will receive relatives and friends at 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 24, at the New Apostolic Church, 404 Pine Run Road, Doylestown, PA 18901, followed by a memorial service at 12 noon. Interment will be held privately.
In Judy’s commitment to help others, family would prefer contributions be made to A Woman’s Place, P.O. Box 299, Doylestown, PA 18901.
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Richard B. Rolle passed on peacefully to join his loving wife Sunday September 28, 2014 at St. Joseph Manor in Meadowbrook at the age of 96 with his family by his side.
Mr. Rolle place of birth was Philadelphia and is the beloved son of Jacob and Pauline nee: Westenberger Rolle. As a youngster Richard played the violin and basketball and was a graduate of Northeast Catholic High School class of 1935. Upon graduation he joined his father working at the Budd Co retiring in 1974 after 35 years of employment.
On June 14th, 1941 Richard married his neighborhood sweetheart, Gertrude (Gert) Grindle in the Olney Section of Philadelphia at Incarnation of Our Lord Church. Sadly, on September 19, 1999 Gertrude passed away after they shared 58 years of a loving and devoted marriage.
Mr. Rolle served his country during World War II with the US Army from 1944 to 1946 with the US Signal Corps; proposed to invade Japan from the Philippines.
After the War in 1947 Richard and Gert purchased a farmhouse with 13 acres in the Somerton section of Philadelphia and became parishioners of St. Christopher’s Church. Richard assisted with the parish carnival and Boy Scout Leader.
Gert and Richard are proud and devoted parents of six children. Mike and spouse Dolores Rolle, of Rockledge, PA, Linda and spouse William Livezey of Three Springs, PA, Patricia and spouse Bruce Jones of Royersford, PA, Joseph and spouse Ruth Rolle Mowry, PA, Lorraine and spouse Robert Frank of Easton, PA and the late Mary and spouse Edward Mutarelli, of Langhorne, PA. Richard is the devoted grandparent of 12 grandchildren, 15 great grand children and 1 great-great grandchild.
Richard and Gert moved to the Bedminster area in May of 1975 and become parishioners of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church in Ottsville, PA. Dick was one of the first Minister’s of Communion, involved in pro-life activities, Legion of Mary, visiting the sick helping with transportation for the parish and contributor to activities at Fatima House helping with preparations for retreats and very involved with renovations that Fatima House has undertaken.
Dick will sadly be missed by his family and friends but fondly remembered as a beloved husband devoted father, and trusted and committed friend.
The family will receive relatives and friends at St. John the Baptist Church, 4040 Durham Rd (Rt 611 & 412) Ottsville, PA 18942 on Monday morning at 11:00am October 6, 2014 followed by Dick’s Funeral Mass of Christina Burial at 12:00noon. Interment St John’s Cemetery, Haycock Run, PA. The family would prefer contributions in Dick’s memory to St. John the Baptist. Arrangements made by the Donahue Funeral Home, Flourtown, PA
Barbara Swiecicki. Passed away on September 17, 2014. Her Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine on Ferry Road in Doylestown, PA at 2:00pm in the cemetery chapel on Monday, September 22, 2014. Family will receive relatives and friends at 1:o0pm followed by Barbara’s Mass of Christian burial.
John S. Murzyn. Passed away on August 12, 2014. Friends and family are invited to attend a viewing at the Murray Funeral Home 1218-20 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, PA at 10:30 to 11:30am On Saturday August 16, 2014. Followed by a mass of christian burial at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine on Ferry Rd in Doylestown at 12:30pm in the cemetery chapel.
Irene R. Iskra of Langhorne Pennsylvania and formerly of Morrisville PA passed peacefully to see her saviour on July 21, 2014. She was a loving and devoted mother to her three surviving daughters Barbara Love, Susan William and Terese Foti. She had two sons, James and Phillip Iskra who predeceased her. She is survived by her sister Katherine Kachurka and brother Frank Lucas. Irene had 12 grand children and 13 great grand children. She had a listening ear and dear friend to many.
Friends and relatives are invited to attend Irene’s memorial service at Bible Fellowship Church on 11:30 Thursday, July 24, 2014 located at 725 Oxford Valley Road, Yardley Pa 19067
Internment will be private
Fr Stefan Wozniczka, OSPPE
It is with deep sadness and regret that we announce the passing of Fr. Stefan (Zenon) Wozniczka, OSPPE. After a long and difficult illness, Fr. Stefan died at the age of 78, on Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at the Pauline Fathers Monastery in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.
Fr. Stefan was born Zenon Wozniczka on February 26, 1936 in Narama, Poland (Diocese of Kielce). He was the son of John and Marianna (Kluzek). Fr. Stefan joined the Order of Saint Paul the First Hermit (Pauline Fathers) on August 12, 1952, entering the novitiate in Lesniow Poland. He took his first religious vows on August 13, 1953. From 1955 to 1960 he studied at the Higher Theological Seminary in Warsaw. On June 11, 1960, he was ordained into the priesthood by Bishop Zdzislaw Golinski in Czestochowa Poland. In later years (1965-1970) he also studied Musicology at the Catholic University in Lublin.
After serving as a priest in Poland for thirteen years, Fr Stefan was reassigned by then Father General, Fr Jerzy Tomzimski, and was sent to the United States, arriving in Doylestown, Pennsylvania on July 23, 1973. For the next forty-one years, Fr Stefan served various communities and held several functions. From 1975 to 1978 he served as Rector of Sacred Heart Parish in Verona, Missouri. During two different periods of time (1978-1984 and 1990-2005) he served as Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown. From 1984 to 1990 he was Rector of St. Lawrence Parish in Cadogen, Pennsylvania, as well as the administrator of St. Francis Parish in Ford City, PA.
Fr. Stefan Zenon Woźniczka, OSPPE, received the gift of Holy Orders and considered it his calling to go where he was sent and to serve. For over fifty years, Fr Stefan served God and His people. And he served Our Lady. He continued to serve until the very end. Despite various illnesses and hardships, he spared no time or energy in serving and carrying out his vocation, particularly in dispensing the Sacrament of Reconciliation and in sharing the gifts he received from God.
Fr Stefan will be greatly missed. We pray that Our Lady of Czestochowa, the Mother of our Order, will obtain for him the gift of a Heavenly Jerusalem. May God grant him eternal peace.
Religious and friends are invited to attend a viewing Monday morning, June 23, 2014 at 9:00am at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church (lower church), 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901 followed by Father Stephen’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am. Interment, Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery.
Catherine M. Brennan
Catherine M. Brennan of Warminster passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2014.
She is the beloved wife of the late Edward F. Brennan; and devoted mother of Daniel J. Dean (Anne) of Warrington, and Maryann Roeder (Frank) of Warrington. Catherine was the dear grandmother of five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 22, at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 321 Witmer Road, Horsham, followed by a Mass of Christian Burialat 10:15 a.m. Interment will be in Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown.
Joseph F. Przyuski passed in peace on May 8, 2014 at the age of 66. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Ellen (O’Reilly) Przyuski. Born in Doylestown, PA in 1947 to the late Josephine (Fachet) and Stanley Przyuski, Joe spent 7 years in seminary school and attended DePaul University in Chicago. At 20, he joined the US Navy, where he was trained in Spanish language arts and served in Naval Intelligence during the Vietnam War. Joe worked in many fields during his career, but most enjoyed the freedom and challenges of running his own businesses, including a restaurant, painting business and daycare center. He enjoyed marathon running, Manhattans and merriment of all kinds.
Joe is the loving father of Lisa (Brian) Conley, Joseph (Kate) Przyuski and Nicholas Przyuski and the proud grandfather of Lila, Jack, Elliot and Eloise. Also surviving are uncle John Przyuski and aunt Ethel Fachet, brothers Stan (Terry) Przyuski and Jim Przyuski and sisters Diane (Ron) Watson and Kath (Bob) Stanzione and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Joe will be remembered by family and friends for his optimistic spirit, conversational ease, quick sense of humor and unflagging generosity.
Denise M. Palovcak of Bensalem, PA suddenly passed on peacefully April 24th 2014 at Aria Health, Torresdale division in Philadelphia at the age of 55 with her beloved family by her side.
Denise is the beloved daughter of Francis and Grace nee: McGeer-Dorman. Denise grew up in Trevose, PA and was a graduate of Bensalem High School Class of 1976.
Denise enjoyed employment as an Account Operation Manager for Xerox for 35 years. Denise is the dearly loved wife of George J. Palovcak. Together they celebrated 28 years of marriage. Denise is the beloved mother of 4 children Jennifer, Jimmy with his wife Cary, Katrina and Alexander. Denise is the beloved sister of Frank and spouse Mary Dorman of Trooper, PA, Linda Dorman and fiancee Dave of Bensalem, PA and Bill and spouse Lori Dorman of Langhorne, PA.
Denise is the beloved daughter in law of Patricia and the late James Palovcak. Denise is the beloved sister in law of James jr Palovcak, Patty and spouse Peter , John and spouse Gail Palovchak, Nicole Schuster and spouse Tim and Stephen Palovcak . Denise is the devoted and adoring grandmother of Austin, Phoenix, Devon, and Aubrey. Denise is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Wakeboarding on the Delaware was one of Denise’s many hobbies. She loved driving her black Mazda Miata and loved being a masterful sewer and avid crafter, creating many beautiful treasures that will be cherished by her loving family. Denise always will be remembered by all, as a helper and a Mom to many.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Wednesday evening, April 30th 2014 from 6pm to 9pm at the James J. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc, 2200 Trenton Road, Levittown, PA 19056.
JOSE ANTONIO SANTIAGO beloved husband of Petra nee: Colon passed away January 31, 2014.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Jose’ viewing from 7:00 pm to 9:oo pm at Dougherty Funeral Home, 2200 Trenton Rd, Levittown, PA 19056 on Wednesday evening, February 5th 2014. A viewing is also scheduled on Thursday, February 6th 2014 at 9:00 am to 10:00 am at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 66 Levittown Parkway, Levittown, PA 19054 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am. Interment: Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940 at 1:00pm.
UPDATED INTERMENT INFORMATION: Nicole Alexandra Capone of Warminster passed away on December 29, 2013 at the age of 43.
Nicole grew up in NE Philadelphia. She is the beloved daughter of the late Richard and Dolores nee: Malpass Durso and spouse of Carmen Capone of Warminster. Nicole is the devoted sister of Richard Durso spouse Gina of NE Philadelphia.
Nicole is the beloved mother of four children: Allen Costello, Paolina, Salvatore and Gia Capone.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Nicole’s viewing at 10:00am on Monday morning, January 6th 2014 at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 611 Knowles Avenue, Southampton, PA 18966 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, 5201 Hulmeville Rd., Bensalem, PA. 19020, Saturday January 11, 2014 at 1:00pm.
Contributions can be made in Nicole’s memory to the Children’s Education Fund c/o Paolina Capone, Donahue Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1556, Doylestown, PA 18901.
Ellen Mary Brigid McHugh
Ellen Mary Brigid McHugh of Ebensburg, PA passed away peacefully on November 1, 2013. A 40 year resident of Jenkintown Borough and mother of eleven children most of whom are graduates from Immaculate Conception Parochial School and Jenkintown High School.
Ellen was born in North Ireland. She is the beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Matilda nee: McNamee Bradley.
Ellen is the beloved wife of the late John Patrick McHugh. They married on October 13,1943.
Ellen enjoyed gardening, traveling, and knitting and had a deep dedication to her Catholic Faith.
Ellen is the beloved sister of Hugh Bradley of North Ireland and the late Triona McGurk.
Ellen is the beloved Mother of eleven children, John and spouse Teresa of Houston TX, Joseph and spouse Stephanie of Phoenixville PA, Mary Chico and spouse Tony of Phoenixville, PA, Ellen Mesure and spouse Bill of Gwynedd, PA, Triona Gillespie spouse Bill of Jenkintown, PA, James, MD and spouse Cristina of Kintnersville PA, Margaret McHugh M.D. of Johnstown PA, Frank and spouse Donna of Woodlands TX, Tom and spouse Anne of Ambler PA, Anne Boschetto and spouse Rob of Doylestown, PA and Patty Salva and spouse Steve of Riegelsville, PA. Ellen is the beloved grandmother of thirty-two grandchildren and she is the great grandmother of ten great grandchildren.
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Church 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville PA 18942 on Thursday, November 7, 2013. Family will receive relatives and friends at 10:00am followed by Ellen’s Mass of Christian burial at 10:30am. Interment: Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 4001 West Cheltenham Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. Arrangements made by THE DONAHUE FUNERAL HOME Flourtown, PA. www.DonahueFuneral.com
Ellen C. Strocen
Ellen C. Strocen of Doylestown passed away Wednesday, Oct. 30th, 2013.
She was the daughter of the late Ellen (Hibbs) and Charles T. Strocen.
Ellen is survived by her sister, Judith Ann (Long) Patterson (Glenn), and nephews, Michael and Jason Long.
Ellen was beloved by the late Robert Cronin with whom she shared 25 years.
Ellen was a graduate of Seacrest High School, Fla. and was employed by Caulkins Newspapers for many years.
On September 8th, RoseMarie nee (Hutwagner) 75 of Doylestown PA, formerly of Roxborough/Manayunk . Beloved wife of the late John; Dear sister of Jack, Ed Lynne Lane, Alberta Startzel and Michael and the late Joan Mandarano; A loving Aunt and friend to all who knew her. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service Sept 17th 2013, 7:30PM, at Briarleaf Nursing Home 252 Belmont Ave Doylestown, PA 18901.
Teresa Plewinski: ENGLISH
The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, September 12th from 4PM to 8PM at Peter Jarema Funeral Home, 129 East 7th Street, New York, NY 10009. Family will also receive relatives and friends Friday, September 13th 11AM at St. Stanislaus Bishop & Martyr Roman Catholic Church on 101 East 7th Street, New York, NY 10009 followed by a mass of Christian burial at 12 noon. Interment Service: Our Lady of Czestochowa on September 14th at 1PM 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901.
Teresa Plewinski: POLISH:
Ś. P. Z głębokim żalem zawiadamiamy, że 4 września 2013 r. umarła nasza ukochana mama, doktor medycyny Teresa Sauer-Plewiński Wystawienie ciała odbędzie się w czwartek 12 września po południu w godzinach od 4 do 8 w Peter Jarema Funeral Home, 129 E. 7th St, New York, NY 10009 oraz 13go września od 11 do 12 rano w kościele św. Stanisława na Manhattanie, 101 E. 7th St., New York, NY 10009. Msza żałobna zostanie odprawiona w piątek 13 września o godzinie 12 w południe. Pogrzeb odbędzie się w sobotę 14 września o 1 po południu w Amerykańskiej Częstochowie, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA 18901. Pogrążone w smutku dzieci, Magda i Michał Plewinscy, z rodziną.
PHYLLIS “COOKIE” M. KOSIK
Phyllis “Cookie” M. Kosik passed on peacefully Friday, August 9, 2013 at the age of 55. Phyllis is the beloved daughter of Frank and Phyllis nee: Lynch Kosik.
Phyllis grew up in Center City Philadelphia while spending the last 40 years as a resident of BucksCounty. Phyllis was employed with Dontech Inc Aircraft for 15 years in Doylestown, PA and with Exxon Mobile in Dublin, PA.
Phyllis is the beloved sister of Maryann (Stephen) Gaydos and Robert (Cindy) Foster. Phyllis is the dearly loved Aunt of Tanya (William) Linhart, Autumn, Robert and Allen Foster and the adored great aunt to Kinley and Logan Linhart and the late Luke Linhart.
All who knew “Cookie” will remember her as the great conversationalist with a wonderful sense of humor who enjoyed spending time with family and friends making memories.
Phyllis will be missed greatly as she was a kind hearted person who carried a deep love for family and friends, always putting the interests and needs of others first.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at 11:00AM at St. John the BaptistChurch, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by Phyllis memorial mass at 12:00PM. Interment: St. John the BaptistCemetery, Haycock Run, PA.
Contributions can be made to Tanya Linhart c/o Logan and Kinley Linhart, P.O. Box 311, Harleysville, PA 19438.
JAMES MICHAEL PALOVCAK
James Michael Palovcak died peacefully on Saturday, August 10, 2013. He was 79 years young.
He was born in Philadelphia, son of the late Michael Palovcak and Anna Frances Zajac. He graduated from N. E. Catholic, class of 1952. He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1957-59, stationed at Fort Devens, MA.
James was a motorcycle enthusiast, avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed Country Music and playing Guitar.
James is the devoted father of four sons, George (Denise), James M. Jr., John (Gail), Stephen, two daughters Patricia Pingitore (Peter) and Nicole Schuster (Timothy). A dear brother to Annamay Butterworth and a loving grandfather of 16 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at 10:00AM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 235 E.State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM. Interment: WashingtonCrossingNationalCemetery, Newtown, PA.
KAZIMIERA ZIAJA
Kazimiera passed away in New Jersey on June 19th she was 97. Her funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Czestochowa Shrine in Doylestown, PA on Monday, June 24th at 12:30. Interment will immediately follow.
LENORE PATTON CHRIST
Lenore passed away June 1, 2013 just three weeks shy of age 98. She and her family lived in Abington for over 50 years and for the last nine years she was a resident of New Seasons at New Britain in Chalfont. She and her husband, Frank, were married for 44 years until his death in 1990. She was the daughter of Benjamin and Dorothy (Deckert) Patton and mother to Dana (Bonnie), Nancy Herman (Frank) and Todd. There are five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Lenore’s siblings, Benjamin Patton and Dorothy Steigelmann, have preceded her in death.
Lenore, raised in the Olney section of Philadelphia, was a graduate of Olney High School. She was so proud of the fact that she skipped the seventh grade. Besides being an excellent student, she studied voice and loved to sing. Also, very successful in the accounting field, she worked for S.S. Fretz as its treasurer and later for several accounting firms in the Abington area.
An avid golfer, she loved being a part of Horsham Valley Golf Club. She also enjoyed being with all her lady friends who met there for bridge during the winter months. After a broken hip she took up residence at New Seasons. She was happy to be a part of that community and will be remembered for her singing skills and always wanting to share a good joke.
A family service was held in her honor.
UPDATED INFORMATION: THOMAS FRANK “SKI” GAWRONSKI
Thomas Frank “Ski” Gawronski, of Perkasie, PA, died Thursday, May 2, 2013, in Grand View Hospital, West Rockhill Twp., PA. He was 55. Born in Doylestown, PA, he was the son of the late Theodore F. Sr. and Blanche (Neamand) Gawronski. He had a love for nature and the outdoors. His interests also included reading and doing crossword puzzles. He is survived by three daughters, Brandy Park, of Allentown, PA, Nicole Gawronski, of Easton, PA, and Laurie Heminitz and her husband Matthew, of Walnutport, PA; two sons, John Calario and his wife Serena, of Coopersburg, PA, and Thomas T. Gawronski, of Bethlehem, PA; seven grandchildren; two brothers, Timothy and Theodore Gawronski, Jr.; and two sisters, Judy Thatcher and Lucy Gawronski. He was preceded in death by a sister, Dawn Jones. A memorial will be held this Saturday, June 30th staring at 9 am at pavilion 5 at Lake Nockamion Park.
GINA MARIE PIERCE
Gina Marie Pierce of Hatfield PA suddenly passed Friday, April 19, 2013 into eternal life at the age of 52. Gina Marie’s place of birth was Philadelphia, PA and she is the beloved daughter of John D. and Gina nee: Candelori Pierce. Gina Marie grew up in Norristown and is a graduate of Bishop Kenrick Catholic High School (1978). While pursuing her bachelors’ education at Temple University and Cabrini College (1993) and graduating with a Master Degree from Rosemont (2000), Gina Marie made many friends along the way while pursuing a modeling career, working at Charming Shoppes, Nutrisystem, Harleysville National Bank, Eagle Eye and as a proud journalist for the Times Herald of Norristown.
In the year 2007 Gina Marie fulfilled an unexpected dream with a trip to Hollywood as a guest of a dear friend nominated for an Emmy Award. Gina Marie happily helped carry home the Emmy that night. Gina Marie has always had a great love for the arts, with a special interest in old movies and musicals. Gina Marie enjoyed traveling and traveled to Europe with a memorable stop in Budapest. She is an avid reader and held a special place in her heart for all animals in particular her dearly loved cats, Angel and Noah. Gina Marie is the beloved sister of Cynthia and spouse Albino Reale of Blue Bell, PA, John and spouse Lorraine Pierce of Havertown, PA and David and spouse Sandra Pierce of Doylestown, PA. She is the beloved Aunt to eight nephews and one niece her Goddaughter, Christina. Family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, 2007 New Hope Street, (Johnson Hwy and New Hope Street), East Norriton, PA at 10:00am followed by Gina Marie’s Memorial Mass of Christian burial at 11:00am. Interment will be at St. Patrick Cemetery, Norristown, PA. Family would prefer contributions in Gina Marie’s memory to The Humane Society of the United States: HSUS, Dept MEMIT9, 2100 L St. NW. Washington DC 20037 or http://www.humanesociety.org/. Arrangements by the DONAHUE FUNERAL HOME, Flourtown
IRENE E. DSURNEY
Born July 13th, 1927 entered into eternal life on March 22, 2013. Please call Timothy Ryan Funeral Home, Toms River NJ for burial information, interment march 27, 2013.
JACK CAPERS
Born May 25th 1944 entered into eternal life on March 20th, 2013. Contact our office for more information.
LOANNE ADAMS
Born December 9th, 1937 entered into eternal life on March 19th, 2013. contact our office for more information.
BETTY E. BLANCHE:
Born November 10,1928 entered into eternal life March 9, 2013. A Mass will be held at Our Lady of Czestochowa on Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA at 10:45am in the cemetery chapel on Wednesday, March 13th.
EDWARD SZYPULA:
Edward Szypula of Ottsville passed away peacefully on February 15, 2013 at St. Lukes Hospital at the age of 95.
Edward was born on February 14th 1918 in Philadelphia where he grew up in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia. He is the beloved son of the late Martin and Martha nee: Gomek Szypula.
After Edward graduated from High School he entered the U.S. Army and served in Europe in WWII as a Supply Sergeant.
After the service Edward returned home and entered the family bakery business started by his dad in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia. There he continued the well known Szypula Bakery famous for their rye bread.
Edward is the beloved husband of the late Agnes nee: Thomas. They married on April 16, 1950. They celebrated 47 years together. Edward and Agnes lived in Philadelphia for may years until his retirement in 1988 where they made the Ottsville area of Bucks County there home. Sadly Agnes passed away in September of 2000.
Edward was a parishioner of St. John the Baptist R.C.Church in Ottsville where Edward volunteered as a weekly counter of the church offerings and Scrip Program.
Edward is the beloved brother of George Szypula of Michigan and the late Matthew Szypula and he was the devoted Uncle of 15 nieces and nephews.
In Later years Edward lived with his beloved niece Theresa and her husband Elmer Barndt of Bedminster Township.
All who knew Edward will remember his engaging sense of humor, his genuine concern for others and his ability to see need and help in anyway possible.
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Church 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville PA 18942 on Wednesday February 20, 2013. A viewing is scheduled from 11-12noon in the daily chapel followed by Edward’s Mass of Christian burial at 12noon. Interment Our Lady of Grace Cemetery, Langhorne PA.
Arrangements made by THE DONAHUE FUNERAL HOME Flourtown, PA. www.DonahueFuneral.com
Baby Angel E.O
Sadly announcing the passing of baby Angel E. Ortiz on December 30th, 2012, only with us for 4 days at Leigh Valley Hospital. Beloved son of Robert and Alyssa nee: Vorhauer Ortiz.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of the Resurrection celebrated by Father Tony Ripp, MSC and assisted by Deacon Ernie D’Angelo maternal great grandfather.
Angel’s family will receive relatives and friends Thursday, January 3rd, 2013 at 10:30AM at St. John the Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Rd, Ottsville, PA 18942 followed by a Mass of the Resurrection at 11:00AM. Interment will follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery.
