Laura E. Rufe

Laura E. Rufe of Doylestown died suddenly on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at her home. She was 89. She was the wife of the late John J. Rufe who died in 1990.

Born in Philadelphia and raised in Doylestown she was the daughter of the late William P. and Dorthea Strunk Evans.

Laura graduated from Doylestown High School, class of 1937. After graduation Laura was employed as a secretary at Delaware Valley College and subsequently became a secretary for 33 years in the Central Bucks School District.

Surviving is a son, Michael J. Rufe, his wife, Laurie, of Roswell, NM; three sisters-in-law, Caroline R. Sultzer and Mary Evans, both of Doylestown and Aloise Haldeman, her husband, Jim, of Montezuma, NC; a brother-in-law, Charles Rufe, his wife, Betty, of Gwynedd Estates, Ambler, a cousin, David Evans, his wife, Joan, of Merchantville, NJ and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Jack Evans.

A funeral service will be celebrated 11 a.m., Monday, July 28, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m., prior to the service. Interment will follow in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contribution in Laura’s name be made to the Deafness Research Foundation, P. O. Box 75421, Baltimore, MD 21275-5421.

Eileen M. Sutton

Eileen M. Sutton, of Telford, died Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem. She was 68.

Born in London, England, she was the daughter of the late Albert Benjamin and Lily Crockett Garrett.

Eileen was employed by the former Eichler and Moffley Real Estate of Doylestown and retired from J. Carroll Molloy Real Estate in Doylestown. She was a member of the English Club, a group of GI brides who gathered to network. She enjoyed traveling throughout the country and liked to garden. Eileen was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and a 13 year survivor of a heart transplant.

Surviving are her husband, Ronald; two daughters, Julie Kline, her husband, Dan, of Doylestown, Maria Wetzel, her husband, Steve, of Sellersville; four grandchildren, Shawn Detweiler, his fiancé, Jacqulyn Swindell, of Warrington, Paul Detweiler, of Bellefonte, PA and Alex and Shelby Wetzel, both of Sellersville. She is also survived by a dear and devoted friend, Mary Anne Gryn.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Eileen's name may be made to Eileen M. Sutton Memorial, c/o John T. Dooley, Esquire, 1800 Pennbrook Parkway, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446.

Grace Kuyper

Grace M. Kuyper, a resident of Center Square Towers from 1975 to 2006, died Sunday, July 20, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. She was 89.

Grace was the wife of the late William Kuyper, who passed away in 1975.

Born in Velsen, Netherlands, she was the daughter of the late Leonardus and Anna Maria Dingerdis Van Noordt.

Grace spent much of her time volunteering while at Center Square Towers as well as playing bingo and bowling. She was a member of the “Red Hat Ladies” while at Neshaminy Manor the last couple of years.

Grace is survived by her daughters: Toos Jansen, of Chalfont, Margreet Van Geest, her husband, Adrian, of the Netherlands, Tiny Van Staveren, her husband, John, of Canada, Willy Kuyper and her companion, Cliff, of Allentown, Ingrid Peluso, her husband, Gene, of Georgia; her son, Leo Kuyper, his wife, Angie, of Warminster; 18 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Leo Van Noordt.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass 11 a.m., Friday, July 25, 2008, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 235 E. State Street, Doylestown, where the public may pay their respects after 10 a.m. prior to the Mass. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Grace’s name may be made to Center for Dementia Research, 140 Old Orangeburg Rd., Orangeburg, NY 10962.

John S. Reshetar

John S. Reshetar, of Doylestown, died Saturday, July 19, 2008, at Greenleaf Nursing Home. He was 91.

John was the husband of the late Marie Reshetar, who passed away in 1987.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Gabriel and Katherine Rusan Reshetar.

John was a mechanic and machinst, a member of the St. Joseph Society at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and an active bowler, having been a member of many leagues.

He is survived by a daughter, Sandie Gehman, of Souderton; a son, Steve Reshetar, his wife, Pauline, of New Mexico; five grandchildren, Michael Betancourt, his fiancé, Jessica, of Allentown, Kristin Betancourt, of Chicago, Steve Reshetar, Jr., of Denver, Yvonne Reshetar, of Seattle and Heather Savell, her husband, Scott, of Denver, as well as five great grandchildren. John was preceded in death by son-in-law, Earl Gehman and grandson, Jason Betancourt.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service, 11 a.m. Friday, July 25, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown. Interment will follow in Beulah Cemetery, New Britain.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in John’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA

Michael H. Hicks

Michael H. Hicks of Hatboro died Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at Abington Memorial Hospital. He was 48. He was the husband of Lori D. Hauber Hicks and father of Daniel J. and Douglas M. Hicks.

Born in Doylestown, he was the son of Judith Tomlinson Hicks Allin and the late Harvard M. Hicks.

Michael graduated from Central Bucks East HS in 1977. He completed boot camp for the United States Marine Corps in Parris Island, South Carolina. He was a member of Unit HMH 772 out of Willow Grove and was awarded Outstanding Marine of the Year in 1986. He was in the USMC Reserves for 16 years attaining the rank of Gunnery Sergeant.

Michael attended Penn State University and graduated from Delaware Valley College with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information and Systems Management. He was employed as a Senior Product Manager for Motorola in Horsham for the last 8 years. Michael was also a member of the American Legion Post 210 in Doylestown, as well as an Umpire for Hatboro Little League baseball. Michael was a devoted Philadelphia sports fan and enjoyed golf, travel, reading and crossword puzzles. Some of our fondest memories with him are of our annual Outer Banks family vacations.

In addition to his wife and children, he is survived by his mother, Judith Allin, her husband, William, of Mechanicsville, his twin sister, Kathryn E. Hicks of Doylestown, two brothers, Mark D. Hicks, his wife, Lyn of Hilltown, Brian M. Hicks, wife, Cindy from Doylestown; step brother, Eric Allin, his wife, Debbie of Cape Cod, MA, and step sister Julie Allin of Cape Cod, MA, as well as many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 7 p.m., Friday, July18, 2008 at the Family of God Lutheran Church, 4770 Route 202, Buckingham where friends may call from 5:00 to 7:00 pm., prior to the service. An informal gathering will immediately follow the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Daniel and Douglas Hicks Educational Fund, c/o First National Bank & Trust Co., 275 S. Main Street, Suite 10, Doylestown, PA 18901-4815.

Vernon C. Harris

Vernon C. Harris, a long-time resident of Doylestown, died Friday, July 4, 2008, at Elm Terrace Gardens in Lansdale. He was 82.

Mr. Harris was the husband of the late Elaine Overholt Harris, who passed away in 1994.

Born in Doylestown, he was the son of the late Olin and Flora Lehman Harris.

Mr. Harris was a graduate of Doylestown High School and was a WWII Army veteran, serving in the South Pacific.

He enjoyed bowling, being a member of many bowling leagues, singing and he loved to camp, simply being outdoors was a joy. He was very handy around the house and was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Doylestown, where he served in many capacities.

Mr. Harris is survived by two sons, Gary V. Harris, his wife, Debbie, of Lansdale, Lee E. Harris, his wife, Stephanie, of Kansas; a daughter, Donna J. Delp, her husband, Don, of York; seven grandchildren, Adam, his wife, Chelsea, Alissa, Erin, her husband, Michael, Austin, Rachel, Joshua, and Jonathan; four brothers, Melvin, Bill, Richard and Bob and a sister, Jean Histand. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and Ray.

Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral service 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at First Baptist Church of Doylestown, 311 W. State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901, where friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mr. Harris' name may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund at the above address.

Jean H. Hoke

Jean H. Hoke, a resident of Doylestown since 1969, died Thursday, July 3, 2008, at Heritage Towers Health Care. She was 80.

Jean was the wife of the late Byron “Barry” Hoke, who passed away in 2006.

She was the daughter of the late Fergus and Eleanor Kirchman Hassard.

Jean was a graduate of Temple University and worked as an underwriter for Employers Mutual Insurance, where she met Barry.

She was very active with the Bucks County S.P.C.A. and was an active member of Salem United Church of Christ in Doylestown.

Jean is survived by two sons, Fergus Hoke, his wife, Denise, of London, England, Philip Hoke, his wife, Beth, of Downingtown and two granddaughters, Rebecca and Natasha. She is also survived by a sister, Eleanor Henrichs, of Los Alamidos, CA.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service 11 am, Friday, July 11, 2008, at Salem United Church of Christ, 186 East Court St., Doylestown. Interment will be held privately in York, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jean’s name may be made to Bucks County S.P.C.A., P.O. Box 277, Lahaska, PA 18931.

Thomas J. Wagner

Thomas J. Wagner, of Doylestown, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at Rockhill Mennonite Community. He was 91.

He was the husband of the late Edna “Mim” Price, who passed away in 2000.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Thomas and Mabel Bauer Wagner.

Tom worked on submarines in the Philadelphia Navy Yard for six years during WWII. After working for 32 years at Penn Engineering, he retired in 1982.

Tom served as President of the Bucks County Fish and Game Commission from 1964-1966 and served 25 years on the Board of Governors for Bucks County Fish and Game. He was also a member of the NRA. Tom was also an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing. He had great stories to tell from his trips out West and to northern Maine. His love for travel took him far and near and always with his camera. His most recent trip was to the Canadian Rockies in 2007.

Tom was a long-time fan of the Phillies and the Eagles. Also a member of St. Luke’s United Church of Christ in Ottsville. His quick wit and sense of humor will be greatly missed and will be a sweet memory.

Tom is survived by two daughters, Carol A. Brooks, of Lehigh Acres, FL and Judith A. Goehler, her husband George, of Montgomeryville; two granddaughters, April Stainback, her husband Jeffrey, of Willow Grove and Heidi Hando, her husband Benjamin, of San Antonio, TX and four great grandchildren, Amber, Hannah, Ethan and Eowyn.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service 11 a.m. Thursday, July 17, 2008, at Rockhill Mennonite Community, 3250 State Road, Sellersville, PA. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Tom’s name may be made to St. Luke’s United Church of Christ, 212 Durham Rd., Ottsville, PA 18942.

Happy trails to you, until we meet again.
Happy trails to you, keep smilin’ until then.
Who cares about the clouds when we’re together?
Just sing a song and bring the sunny weather.
Happy trails to you, ‘till we meet again.

Ashley R. Nemec

Ashley R. Nemec of Furlong, died unexpectedly as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident Monday, June 23, 2008. She was 21.

Born in Doylestown, she was the daughter of Jeanette Borrows Nemec and the late William R. Nemec, Jr.

Ashley graduated from Central Bucks East High School and had just completed her third year at East Stroudsburg University, where she worked at Smuggler’s Cove during the school year. While at home, she worked at Fran’s Pub in New Hope the past three years.

Ashley was a very happy, fun-loving person who enjoyed life and was very social. She had a very close-knit group of friends whom she loved and who loved her very much. Additionally she loved the beach and vacationing with her family in Long Beach Island, NJ. Ashley will be very sadly missed by her family and friends.

In addition to her mother, Ashley is survived by her sisters, Jamie Nemec, of Furlong and Brittany Nesfeder, of Horsham; her grandparents, Roy and Florence Silcox, of Furlong and Margo Staats and the late Sam Staats, of Pipersville; Uncle Steven and Aunt Bobbi Borrows, of Solebury; cousins, Alexa and Kate Borrows, as well as many other aunts, uncles and cousins and Sam, the family Maltese.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral service 11 a.m., Thursday, June 26, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where friends may call from 9:30 to 11 a.m., prior to the service. Interment will follow in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ashley’s memory may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 125 South 9th Street, Suite 202, Philadelphia, PA 19107.

Ruth Eva Hyde

Ruth Eva Hyde of Center Square Towers, Doylestown went home to be with the Lord, saved by grace on June 23, 2008 at Doylestown Hospital. She was 93.

She was the wife of the late Horace Velsor Hyde.

Born in Philadelphia, Ruth was the daughter of the late William H. and Sara B. Bergey McLaughlin.

“Little Ruthie” lived most of her life in the Tacony section of Philadelphia, having graduated from Frankford High School in January of 1936. She married in March of 1942 and raised a son and daughter. Ruth worked for the Philadelphia Police Department as one of the first school crossing guards. She returned to school and ultimately received a nursing degree at the age of 54 from Albert Einstein Hospital in Philadelphia.

After retiring, Ruth devoted all of her time serving others and the Lord (her first love) in children’s ministry, Pioneer Girls (two generations), Dorcas Circle and Women’s Bible Ministry. She enjoyed quilting and the old art of tatting and giving to missionaries.

Surviving are a daughter, Esther (Hall) Warren, her husband, Lee, of Chalfont; a son, David Hendricks of Wilmington, DE; grandson, Shawn, of Ohio; granddaughters Kimberly Hall of Houston, TX, Christian Marie Hall of Richboro, Kelly Herradi, her husband, Tarik, of Glenolden, Colleen Murphy, her husband, Roger of Lansdale; six great grandchildren, Crystal, Jessica, Amir, Issa, Victoria and Zoe; and niece, Marie Bassler, her children, Paul Jr., Michael, James, Mark, Barbara and Robert. She was predeceased by nephew, Paul Bassler.

A memorial service will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, July 26, 2008, at First Baptist Church of Doylestown, 311 W. State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901, where friends may call from 9:30 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mrs. Hyde’s name may be made to the First Baptist Church Mission Fund at the above address.

Virginia A. DeLuca

Virginia A. "Nina" DeLuca, a resident of Buckingham since 2000, died Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at Chandler Hall in Newtown, PA. She was the loving wife of Joseph R. DeLuca.

Born in Philadelphia and raised in Falls Township, PA Nina was the daughter of the late Robert G. and Clara R. Gallagher.

Nina will be remembered by many relatives and friends as a woman who never hesitated to share her love of Jesus and Mary with others.

In addition to her husband, Nina is survived by son, Louis Worthington, his wife, Maria; daughter, Nina Ann Spadaccino, her husband, Dominic; son, Brian Gallagher, his wife, Brianne; Lorraine Stoecker, her husband, Anthony, Diane Sinwich, her husband, Raymond; William DeLuca, Lisa Deluca, together with eleven grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Kathleen Russell, her husband, Lawrence and Dorothy Spaeth and two brothers, Robert Gallagher and Timothy Gallagher, his wife, Sharon.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Nina's Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Friday, June 20, 2008 at St. George's Roman Catholic Church, 1370 River Road (Route 29), Titusville, NJ, where friends may call from 9 to 11 a.m., prior to the Mass. Interment will follow in The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery, 654 Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Nina's name may be made to St. George's Roman Catholic Church, at the above address.

Howard F. Blasch

Howard F. Blasch of Doylestown, PA, formerly of Yorktown Heights, NY, died Saturday, June 14, 2008. He was 79.

He was the husband of the late Marilyn Heinrichs Blasch who died in 2005.

Born in Glendale, NY, he was the son of the late Ferdinand and Theresa Weigand Blasch. Howard lived most of his life in Yorktown Heights, prior to moving to Philadelphia in 2006. In February of 2008 he moved to Pine Run Lakeview in Doylestown.

Mr. Blasch graduated from Grover Cleveland High School in Ridgewood, NY and Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY, graduating with a BA in math and physics. Howard was a general partner, practice director with Peat, Marwick, Mitchell and Co., an accounting firm in NYC. He was chairman of the board, CEO and president of HFB and most recently he was CEO and president of Keystone Insurance Associates in Bloomsburg, PA.

Howard was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in the Korean conflict. A few of his professional memberships include: the International Insurance Hall of Fame, the International Insurance Society and the Boy Scouts of America where he attained the rank of Eagle Scout and participated in the Order ofthe Arrow.

Surviving are his eight children; Mark Blasch, his wife, Barbara; Lois VanCura, her husband, Harold; Susan Blasch, Marjorie Muir, her husband, Joseph; William Blasch, his wife, Doris; John Blasch, his wife, Kerry; Barbara Rohloff, her husband, Gordon and Nancy Butler, her husband, Scott. Also surviving are fourteen grandchildren and a brother, Robert E. Blasch.

A funeral service will be celebrated 12 noon, Thursday, June 19, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon prior to the service. Interment will be in Rose Hills Memorial Park, Putnam Valley, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Howard's name may be made to the Boy Scouts of America, Bucks County Council, One Scout Way, Doylestown, P A 18901.

Betty Lorentz Schmidt

Betty Lorentz Schmidt of Doylestown passed peacefully into rest on Sunday, June 8, 2008. She was 78.

Mrs. Schmidt was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Schmidt, in January 2001 and is survived by her former husband, Arthur E. Lorentz, Sr., of Doylestown.

Born in West Winfield, PA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Maude Yonker.

Mrs. Schmidt worked for many years caring for the elderly and attended Bucks County Community College, where she earned credits in social work.

Betty’s faith and spiritual journey were essential to her and she explored many different paths to spiritual truth. Along the way, she attended Doylestown and Chalfont United Methodist Churches and Pebble Hill Church, was affiliated with the Ken Keyes Center and followed the spiritual guidance of Bartholomew. She was also a certified Reiki healer.

She was the loving mother of four children; Arthur “Bud” (Wendy) Lorentz of Cave Junction, OR, Pamela (Mark) Roberts of Finesville, NJ, Craig (Melissa) Lorentz of Lowell, MI and Andrew (Nancy) Lorentz of Alexandria, VA. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren: Thomas (Krystal) Reid and Jesse (Katie) Lorentz, all of Oregon, Chad Lorentz of Bethlehem, PA, Jennifer (Jeff) Martin of Quakertown, Rebecca Herling of Perkasie, Jared Roberts of Vail, CO, Thomas (Melissa) Donahue of Maryland, Matt (Debra) Donahue, Craig (Hannah) Lorentz, Jr, Elissa and Rebekah, all of Lowell, MI and Eva, Jonathan and Kathryn Lorentz of Alexandria, VA; 13 great grandchildren: Britney, Kayse, Alex, Tyler, Stephen, Gloria, Dakota, Jasmine, Abigail, Logan, Tristan, Colton and Lilly, as well as three sisters: UVee (Raymond) York of Upper Darby, Beulah (Harold) Moore of St. Simon Island, GA and Vivian (Richard) Beers of Libertyville, IL.

Mrs. Schmidt was greeted in Heaven by two sisters, Marge and Jean, brother, Arthur and granddaughter, Tygrachet Lorentz.

A celebration of Mrs. Schmidt’s life will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 14, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where the family will receive guests from 10 to 11 a.m., prior to the service.

Her family expresses their deep appreciation to the staff of Greenleaf Nursing Center and Compassionate Care Hospice for the loving care they provided and request that donations in Betty’s name be made to the American Cancer Society, High Point Professional Bldg., Suite 201, 700 Horizon Circle, Chalfont, PA 18914.

Lillian Allen Bunting Bergman

Lillian Allen Bunting Bergman, of Pinehurst, NC, formerly a longtime resident of New Britain Township, died Saturday, June 7, 2008. She was 96. She was the wife of the late Leonard C. Bergman, Sr.

Lillian is survived by her sons, Leonard C. Berman, Jr., his wife, Lois, of Fairmont, NC, and Neil A. Bergman, his wife, Dr. Kasmin M. Davis of Fayetteville, NC; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Betty Haskins.

A Funeral Service was held at Boles Funeral Home, Pinehurst, NC. Interment will be held privately in Beulah Cemetery, New Britain.

In lieu of flowers, contribution in Lillian’s memory may be made to FirstHealth Hospice, 150 Applecross Rd., Pinehurst, NC 28374.

Jacquline C. Rollhauser

Jacquline C. Rollhauswr ,of Doylestown, died Sunday June 1, 2008, at Manor Care of Huntington Valley. She was 87.

She was the wife of the late Louis J. Rollhauser, who passed away in February of 2008.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Sidney Brooks.

Mrs. Rollhauser was a long-time member of Hatboro Community Methodist Church and in her spare time enjoyed playing bridge.

She is survived by a son, Phillip Rollhauser, his wife Anne Woodbury, of Doylestown.

Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral service 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 6, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where friends may call after 9:30 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jacquline’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, 339 Market Street-Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Eleanor Kupferschmid

Eleanor Kupferschmid, a resident of Heritage Towers in Doylestown, died on May 27,2008.

She is survived by sons Michael of Troy, NY, Steven of West Chester, PA and Karl of Berwick, PA and grandchildren Benjamin of Baltimore, MD, Carolyn of Hellertown, PA and Christopher of Berwick, PA.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 3, 2008, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 235 E. State St., Doylestown preceded by a gathering of family and friends in the vestibule of the church at 10: 15. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Eleanor's name may be made to the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, Tenn. 38101 or to the ALS Foundation, Suite 206, 321 Norristown Rd., Ambler, Pa. 19002.

Helen E. Ross

Helen E. Ross of Doylestown died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Neshaminy Manor Nursing Home. She was 90.

Mrs. Ross was the wife of the late Harold W. Ross, who died on July 5, 1995.

Born in Green Township, Pa., on July 2, 1917, Helen was the daughter of the late John Allison and Janella Roberts Gibson.

Helen received bachelor and graduate degrees from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, which enabled her to teach elementary education for more than 40 years. Her former students, whom she continued to inspire throughout her long life, frequently acknowledged her love of teaching.

Mrs. Ross was an accomplished musician whose musical talents as a vocalist and organist were enjoyed by her friends and family at New Britain Baptist Church for more than 50 years.

She is survived by two sons, Harold David Ross of San Rafael, Calif., and John Clinton Ross of Kintnersville; three grandsons, Ian Trevor Ross of Mill Valley, Calif., Cody Carter Ross of Sausalito, Calif., and Joel William Ross of Doylestown; a brother, Stewart Sheldon Gibson of Utica, Ky.; and eight nephews and nieces.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 22, at New Britain Baptist Church, Route 202 and Tamanend Avenue, New Britain.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Helen's name may be made to New Britain Baptist Church, P.O. Box 5147, New Britain, PA 18901.

Joseph R. Triggs

Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather,
Great-grandfather and Brother

Joseph Rayfield Triggs of Chalfont, formerly of Ridley Twp., died at his home on Thursday, May 15, 2008. He was 93.

Joe was the beloved husband of 66 years to Mary E. Crossman Triggs.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Joseph R. and Jennie McCraight Triggs.

Joe served in the U.S. Army during WWII as a Tech Sergeant in a civil engineering unit, based in Gaum, Philippines, and later Japan. He was awarded many medals, including the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with 3 bronze stars.

Mr. Triggs attended Philadelphia College of Textiles and Sciences. He retired after working 33 years at Stewart Equipment Co. in Conshohocken as a heavy equipment salesman.

Joe was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. He enjoyed many summers with his family in Ocean City and Avalon, NJ. He was a member of the Masonic Harmony Lodge #52 since 1940 and a member of Doylestown Presbyterian Church.

In addition to his wife, Joe is survived by his children, Mary Jane Morrow, her husband, Dennis, of North Wales; Joseph R. Triggs, Jr., his wife, Randa, of Wexford, PA; grandchildren, Jennifer Morrow Lubacz, her husband, Daniel; Laura Beth Triggs Gidas, her husband, Jason, Ryan Morrow, his fiancé, Jennifer Adams; Joseph R. Triggs; Kevin Triggs; Brian Morrow and great-grandson, Connor Morrow. Joe is also survived by his dear sister, Emma McDevitt of Levittown and was preceded in death by brothers, Adam Triggs and Samuel, Robert and James Hood.

Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral service 11 a.m. Monday, May 19, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown. Friends may call Sunday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Entombment will be held privately at Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mr. Triggs’ name may be made to the Doylestown Hospital Hospice, 595 W. State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Helen V. Bradley Burger

Helen V. Bradley Burger of Doylestown died Monday, May 12, 2008 at Heritage Towers Health Care. She was 86.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Francis J. and Lillian Flickworth Bradley of Glenside. Helen was a graduate of Cheltenham High School and attended Strayor Business College.

Helen was a longtime parishioner of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. She had a terrific sense of humor; termed herself "a people person"; loved her family, and was loyal to her many friends. She enjoyed walking and hiking in Peace Valley Park and along the white sandy beaches near her Winter home in Destin, Florida.

Helen is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Arthur P. Burger, Sr; sons Arthur P. Burger, JR, his wife, Barbara, of Doylestown and Bradley Burger of Phoenixville; three grandchildren, Paul C. Burger, his wife, Laura, of Choctow, Oklahoma, David A. Burger, his wife, Susan, of Hilltown, and Kelli Allebach of Spinnerstown. Also surviving are two great grandchildren, Ashley and Ryan Burger; sister, Margaret Bradley McCabe, her husband John F., of Miramar Beach, FL; brother, Daniel H. Bradley, his wife, Dolores, of Oro Valley, Arizona and many nieces and nephews. A brother, Francis Bradley, preceded her in death.

Relatives and friends are invited to her memorial service at 2 PM Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd, Doylestown. The family will receive guests from 1 pm until the time of the service. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Helen's name can be made to the Maplewood Playground Project where a living memorial will be planted. Contributions should be sent to Doylestown Borough, 57 W. Court St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

Edwin E. Bell

Edwin E. Bell of Doylestown died, Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. He was 91.

He was the husband of Henrietta C. Bell, who died in 2003.

Born in Philadelphia, Ed was the son of the late Clyde A. and Blanche Faunce Bell.

Ed spent 43 years working for Philadelphia Electric Co., retiring as assistant superintendent of mechanical maintenance.

He spent many years working in power plants. He was given leave by PECO in order to serve in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II, eventually serving in the Army of Occupation stationed in Wiesbaden, Germany. Ed was discharged as a staff sergeant in 1946.

He was a life-long avid photographer and musician.

Together with his wife, Henrietta, they enjoyed square and round dancing, becoming quite accomplished dancing at the challenge level. They practiced with friends, usually in someone's basement with the group calling themselves "The Moles." Ed also worked on a number of committees organizing several of the Delaware Valley Square Dance conventions.

For many years, Ed was active in the AdComm at North and Southampton Reformed Church in Churchville, organizing numerous work projects around the church with other retirees.

After retirement, he began tracing his family history and became particularly interested in researching his Scottish ancestry. Ed was active in the Clan Bell decedents and the Alliance of Border Scots. For many years, he and Henrietta organized and manned tents for the Alliance at local Scottish/Irish festivals. He was the proud owner of a kilt and enjoyed finding opportunities to wear it.

When there were troubled times for family members, they invariably turned to Ed. He and Henrietta were frequently host to events for family and friends.

Ed is survived by his daughter, Janet Hays and her husband, Galen, of Chalfont.

Relatives and friends are invited to his memorial service at 11 a.m., Friday, May 16, at Doylestown Presbyterian Church, 127 E. Court St., Doylestown. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown. Interment will be held 10 a.m. May 16, at Sunset Memorial Park, Somerton.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ed’s name may be made to The Salvation Army, 701 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19123.

Norma R. Griffiths

Norma R. Griffiths of Perkasie died peacefully on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at Doylestown Hospital. She was 79. She was the wife of the late John E. Griffiths, who died in 1974.

Born in Shumway, IL, she was the daughter of the late Otto and Electa Largent Arnold.

Norma became a resident of Doylestown 1968. She had been employed as a waitress at the Dublin Diner and the former Vincent’s Warrington Inn.

Mrs. Griffiths loved growing her own vegetables and flowers, as well as working on jigsaw puzzles.

Surviving are Norma’s sons: Joseph O. Griffiths of Tower City, PA and Gary A. Griffths of Perkasie and daughter, Cindy L. DeHaven, her husband, David, of Chalfont; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be celebrated 11 a.m., Monday, May 12, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown. Interment will follow in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Norma’s name may be made to Neshaminy Manor, 1660 Easton Road, Warrington, PA 18976 or to the Bucks County S.P.C.A., P. O. Box 277, Lahaska, PA 18931.

Irene Alberta

Irene Alberta, of Hatboro, formerly of Willow Grove, died Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at Pine Run Health Center. She was 90.

She was the wife of the late Dominic Alberta, who passed away in 1988.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Curtis and LuLu Speece Lemuell.

Irene lived in Willow Grove from 1954 to 1998, then moved to Hatboro. She loved wintering in Jupiter, Florida, something she had been doing for the last 25 years, traveling and any fun activity. Her greatest hobby was being a compassionate, thoughtful, care-giving woman whose life goal was to share her optimism and happiness with everyone in need. She was very caring in sending cards to those in need, visiting people who were sick and keeping in touch with family and friends.

She is survived by her daughter, Carol Schmauk, her husband Dave, of Furlong; four grandchildren, Tracy Dennis, her husband Paul, Kimberly Sherrod, her husband Bill, Amy Lepping, her husband Eric, all of Doylestown, David Schamuk, Jr., his fiancé Jennifer Gilroy, of Glenside and six great grandchildren, Gray, Kira, Tessa and Ross Sherrod and Lydia and Jerry Lepping.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral service 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where a visitation will be held from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Entombment will follow at Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville.

Memorial contributions in Irene's name may be made to the Sunshine Foundation, 1041 Mill Creek Dr., Feasterville, PA 19053, Willow Grove United Methodist Church, 34 York Rd., Willow Grove, PA 19090 or Doylestown Hospital Hospice, 595 W. State St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

Stephen Richard Hance

Stephen Richard Hance of Pipersville, Pa, died on May 1, 2008 as a result of a car accident. He was 60. He was the husband of Pauline Johnson Hance.

Born in St. Paul, Minn, he was the son of the late Richard K. and Marcella Fagan Hance.

Stephen spent his early years living and making life-long friends in many places - including San Francisco, his favorite city - before settling down in Bucks County 23 years ago.

He was a Vietnam veteran, serving in the Navy from 1968-1972 as a radar man, First Class. After being discharged, he attended St. Thomas College in St. Paul, Minn., graduating with a degree in business. Stephen was vice president for Amwins New Jersey, a surplus lines insurance company in Edison, NJ. He was a hospice volunteer for 11 years, an avid bridge player and a Civil War buff. He loved to drive, travel, read and wished his golf game was better.

Stephen had a great sense of humor and loved puns. He was a kind man, loved by everyone who knew him and had a generous spirit, was proud of his shortcomings and humble about his successes.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sisters; Donica Hance of Washington, D.C.; Patrica Hance and Bill Grierson of Colorado Springs. Co.; Maureen Hance and Loring Johnson of St. Paul, Minn.; a brother, Richard K. Hance of Minneapolis, Minn.; a niece, Laura Hance and two nephews, Michael and Curtis Hance, all of Minneapolis, Minn.; two step-daughters; Elizabeth J. Johnson-Suhay, her husband, Thomas, of Frenchtown, NJ, Tracy S. Pollick, her husband, John, and grandson, Bradley, all of Jacksonville, FL.

A funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at the Reed & Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown where friends may call from 9:30 to 11 a.m. prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Stephen's name may be made to Friends of the Delaware Canal, 145 S. Main St., New Hope, Pa. 18938 or the Bucks County Civil War Library Museum, 32 N. Broad St., Doylestown, Pa. 18901.

Lilian D. Fowler

Lilian D. Fowler of Doylestown died Saturday, May 3, 2008 at Neshaminy Manor. She was 94. She was the wife of the late Leslie J. Fowler.

Born in Bristol, England, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Sarah Hawes.

Lilian was a clerk administrator for most of her life and she lived in Toms River, NJ prior to moving to the Central Bucks area.

Surviving is a son, Michael R. Fowler, his wife, Jean, of Destin, FL; 3 grandsons, Brian, Colin and Guy Fowler and 8 great-grandsons.

A memorial service will be celebrated 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Lilian’s name may be made to the Bucks County Chapter of the Fox Chase Cancer Center, 31 Red Fox Drive, New Hope, PA 18938. (Please make checks payable to: BCC/FCCC).

Bruce Wiley

Bruce Wiley, a lifelong resident of Doylestown, died Sunday, April 27, 2008, at his residence. He was 69.

Mr. Wiley was the husband of Elizabeth Neely Wiley and they would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary in June.

Born in Doylestown, Bruce was the son of the late Cyrus W. and Ruth Marie Leedom Wiley.

Mr. Wiley was a past member of the Midway Fire Co. and Doylestown Fire Co. where he was Chief in the 1970's. He was employed by Merck & Co., for many years, from where he retired.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters; Dawn Wiley Carey of Chalfont and Nicole Wiley of Doylestown as well as three grandchildren; Megan, Ryan and Benjamin Wiley. Also surviving is his sister, Brenda Barnhart, her husband Jack, of New Hope and a brother, Benard Wiley, his wife Sally, of Buckingham as well as many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service 3 p.m. Friday, May 2, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where friends may call from 1-3 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bruce's name may be made to Doylestown Hospital Hospice, 595 W. State St., Doylestown, PA 18901 or Doylestown Fire Company No. 1, P.O. Box 208, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Wallace W. "Wally" Fryling

Wallace W. "Wally" Fryling, of Doylestown, died, Saturday, April 26, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. He was 92.

He was the husband of Ella Leatherman Fryling.

Born in Doylestown, Wally was the son of the late Harvey Oscar and Anna Romp Fryling.

Wally was a member of the George C. Murray Boys Brigade as a teen and was a ranger in the Boys Brigade at Hilltown Baptist Church, where he had been a member for over 35 years. He was also a member of the Doylestown American Legion Post 210. Wally’s main hobby was repairing bicycles, something he did even after retiring from Fosters Bike Shop, where he was a manager.

In addition to his wife, Wally is survived by his daughters; Sharon Conrey, her husband S. Reed (Bumpy), of West Rockhill, Nancy Edwards, her husband Thomas, of Japan, Carol Craig, her husband Larry, of Missouri and son, David Fryling, his wife Janet, of Dublin; 11 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five sisters; Dorothy, Edith, Mabel, Marion and Peggy.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service, 11 a.m. Thursday, May 1, 2008, at Hilltown Baptist Church, Upper Church and Upper Stump Rds., Hilltown, PA 18927, where friends may call after 10 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Wally’s name may be made to Hilltown Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1, Hilltown, PA 18927.

Gareld R. "Bud" Gray, Sr.

Gareld Rex Gray, Sr., known to his family and friends as “Bud”, died at Doylestown Hospital on April 18, 2008 following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 92.

Born in Wadena, MN on September 14, 1915 to the late Bert and Maude Gray, he graduated from Henning High School, Henning, MN in 1933. He attended Dunwoody College of Technology and the University of Minnesota. During World War II, he became a Lt. in the US Army Corps of Engineers and was assigned to evaluate and maintain airports in the Caribbean. He also trained troops at Camp San Louis Obispo, CA for the amphibious landings of D Day in Normandy and Iwo Jima. On December 20, 1941, he was united in marriage in Sioux City, NE to Mavis Alicia Jensen of Fargo, ND.

In the early 1950’s he moved his family from Minneapolis to Ventnor, NJ to begin the first of many heavy construction projects along the eastern seaboard beginning with the New Jersey Turnpike. The family then settled in Swarthmore, PA in 1955 where he later became the New Jersey Area Manager for the fourth largest heavy construction company in the world at that time, S. J. Groves & Sons. During this time he supervised the building of highways, bridges and tunnels on the east coast as well as internationally, including in Africa. His talent for innovative heavy construction management included building a railroad to haul rock through a ravine, and the supervision of the series of seven span bridges of the NJ Turnpike that still serve today as the entrance into the Lincoln Tunnel. He was President of the New Jersey Association of General Contractors (AGC) from 1973-1974. In 1979 he was President of the prestigious society of east coast engineers, The Moles.

After his retirement, he volunteered his services as a mediator for construction lawsuits and was an active member of the Hospice Volunteers of Doylestown Hospital. In 1996 he moved with his wife Mavis to Pine Run Retirement Community and in 1999 he served as President of the Pine Run Villagers Association.

With all of these accomplishments he always said that he would never be remembered for what he built or the numerous awards and accolades he received, but would be remembered in the hearts of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren whom affectionately called him “Pappy”.

He is survived by his son, Gareld Rex Gray, II “Doc”, his wife, Judy Hunt Gray, their children Trent Gardner Gray, his wife, Bonnie Jones Gray; Elizabeth Gray Whiton “Libby”, her husband, Ron Whiton, their daughter Carly Whiton; his son Stephen Peter Gray, his wife, Annette Felderhoff Gray; their children Peter Jensen Gray and Katherine Lena Gray and daughter, Elizabeth Alice Gray “Lisa”; sisters in law, Gloria Gray and Arlys Jensen Rozer, nephews Michael Gray, Bert Hanson, Tony Hanson, Gary Eide, Greg Eide, and Mark Rozer and nieces Merry Hanson Thorson, and Christine Rozer Skibbie. Bud was preceded in death by his wife, Mavis, sisters, Belle Gray Hansen, Goldie Gray Eide and brother, Gaylord Gray.

A memorial service will be 12 noon, Friday, May 2, 2008 at Doylestown Presbyterian Church, 127 East Court Street, Doylestown, where friends may call after 11:30 a.m. Interment will be private at Thompson Memorial Presbyeritan Church Cemetery, New Hope, adjacent to the beloved estate he once owned on Aquetong Road called “Tanglewood”.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in the name “Bud Gray” for the Doylestown Hospital Hospice. Checks can be made out to Doylestown Hospital Hospice noting “Bud Gray Memorial” mailed to: Doylestown Hospital Hospice, 595 West State Street Doylestown, PA 18901.

Richard C. Shaffert

Richard C. Shaffert of Doylestown died on April 11, 2008 after fighting a courageous 3 ½ year battle with a rare form of Endocrine cancer. He was 60 years young. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Helen M. Norman Shaffert. They were married almost 40 years.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Christian K. Shaffert and Kathryn M. Meyer Shaffert of Huntingdon Valley.

Richard grew up in Huntingdon Valley and raised his family in Abington and Doylestown.

He graduated from Lower Moreland High School and Drexel University.

Rich was a consultant prior to his illness and a financial officer with G. W. Hunter as well as CRC Chemicals Inc. Richard had been involved in the Rotary Club of Warminster as well as the Financial Executives Institute of Philadelphia. Rich loved golf, racquetball and snow skiing. His biggest passion was traveling all over the world and visiting friends in Europe.

In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by his children, Jennifer A. Sames, her husband, Carl, of Chalfont; Eric K. Shaffert, his wife Stayce of Hatboro; Mark T. Shaffert, his wife, Melissa, of Mercer, PA and Kathryn M. Leckman, her husband, Matthew of Elkins Park; and also five grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Thomas K. Shaffert, his wife, Margaret of Malvern and his in-laws Joseph and Helen Norman of Willow Grove and six brothers-in-law and sisters in-law.

Friends and family may call on Friday, April 18, 2008 from 7 to 9 pm at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown. A prayer service will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11 am at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Richard's name may be made to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497 or the National Kidney Foundation Inc., Suite 725 - 325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Helen E. Carver

Helen E. Carver of Doylestown died peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2008 at her home. She was 89. She was the wife of the late George E. Carver, Jr., who died in 2003.

Born in Passaic, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Becker Ertman.

Helen has been a lifelong resident of Doylestown. She was employed by the Central Bucks School District for over 30 years as a cafeteria manager at Lenape and Holicong Middle Schools and most recently at Pine Run Elementary School.

Mrs. Carver was a longtime member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Doylestown and a member of the Busy Bees of Bucks County.

Surviving is a god son, Randy Miller, his wife, Barbara, of Doylestown and many nieces, nephews and friends.

A funeral service will be celebrated 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m., prior to the service. Interment will follow in Doylestown Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Helen’s name may be made to the Lion’s Eye Bank of Delaware Valley, 401 North 3rd Street, Suite 305, Philadelphia, PA 19123.

Paul R. Feldbaumer

Paul Raymond Feldbaumer found peace on April 7, 2008 following effects from a stroke.

Paul graduated from Central Bucks West High School and Temple University. He enjoyed the outdoors by scuba diving, skiing, river-rafting and traveling. His favorite hobby for over 20 years was hosting a weekly radio broadcast of Blues music on public station WRDV.

He is survived by his parents William and Mary Ellen, brother David of Phoenix, Arizona and sister Diana Hatchell of West Richland, Washington.

A private family service was held.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made in Paul's name to the Children's Tumor Foundation or to a favorite charity.

Sarah Blichasz

Sarah Blichasz of Dublin passed away peacefully at Abington Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, April 9, 2008, following a brief illness. She was the wife of the late John Zinkewicz and the late Edward C. Blichasz, Sr.

Born in Media, Sarah was the daughter of the late Nickodemus and Apolinia Czaplicka Lojeski, immigrants of Poland.

Sarah grew up in Carversville and has been a resident of Dublin for many years. She was a waitress at the former Conti’s Cross Keys Inn for over fifty years.

To all who knew her, Sarah was a woman of strength, who loved to cook and entertain in her home. She was a wonderful and loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be sincerely missed.

Surviving are her children, sons, John Zinkewicz, his wife, Marjorie, of Quakertown; Edward C. Blichasz, Jr., his wife, Diane, of Dublin; Timothy M. Blichasz of Dublin and daughter, Carolyn L. Becker, her husband, Jay, of Warrington; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and sisters, Mary Lesner of Philadelphia and Margaret Czerniak of Doylestown.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral service at 1l a.m., Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call from 10 to 11 prior to the service. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Mass Cards are preferred.

Roseann L. Neamand

Loving wife, mother and grandmother

Roseann L. Neamand of Buckingham, died Monday, April 7, 2008 at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Phila. She was 59. Roseann was the wife of Frederick V. Neamand, Sr.

Born in Philadelphia she was the daughter of the late Edward and Stella DeCola Leahy.

Roseann has lived in Buckingham most of her life.

From the time Roseann was a young woman, she exemplified selflessness and compassion toward others. She was a nurturer and happiest when caring for people. Roseannn served at Neshaminy Manor for 27 years and developed a reputation for her dedication and unique gift of empathy. Most importantly, Roseann was a wife, mother and grandmother which she carried with grace, dignity and love.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Theresa T. Savage, her husband, Jerry, of East Rockhill and Shannon Kade, her husband, Jeffrey, of Telford; a son, Frederick V. Neamand, Jr., his wife, Ruthann, of Perkasie; nine grandchildren; a sister, Angelina Gentry of Bensalem and a brother, Joseph Leahy of Palmyra, NJ. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be celebrated 11 a.m., Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 235 East State Street, Doylestown, where friends may call from 9 to 11 a.m., prior to the mass. Interment will follow in Mechanicsville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Mass Cards are preferred or contributions in Roseann’s name may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Suite 100 -150 Monument Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

C. Patricia Drummey

C. Patricia Drummey of Doylestown died Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. She was 82.

She was the wife of Richard T. Drummey.

Born and raised in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Jaime and Rose Ledogar Lastra.

Pat graduated from Columbia University and later earned a master's degree. She was an elementary school teacher on Long Island for 35 years, where she lived until she moved to Doylestown.

She traveled extensively in her youth, and enjoyed sewing for many years.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter, Alicia Doner and her husband, John, of Warrington; and her grandchildren, Cameron, Maxine and Lauren Doner. She was preceded in death by her sister, Gloria, and her brother, James.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral service at 1l a.m. Thursday, April 10, at Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call from 10 a.m. Interment will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Holy Rood Cemetery, 111 Old Country Road, Westbury, N.Y.

Eleanor B. Elfman

Eleanor B. Elfman, a resident of Doylestown since 1939, died Thursday, April 3, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. She was 92.

She was the wife of the late C. Bartley Elfman, who passed away in 1982.

Born in Montgomery County, she was the daughter of the late William and Lillian Cyler Blythe

Eleanor graduated from Doylestown High School, class of 1933 and was employed by the Bucks County Free Library for 13 years, managing and driving the bookmobile. She was an accomplished horsewoman, competing in various horse shows and racing events. She rode “Holiday, “ winner of the 1914 Preakness, for several events.

Eleanor was also a long time member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and former member of the Village Improvement Association.

Eleanor is survived by her sons, C. Barltey Elfman, Jr., his wife Marjorie, of Montross, VA, Tuck Elfman, his wife Anne, of Tinicum Twp.; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral service 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where friends may call after 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Doylestown Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Eleanor’s name may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Church Street Station, P.O. Box 780, New York, NY 10008; Multiple Sclerosis Society, 1 Reed Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19147 or Doylestown Hospital Hospice, 595 West State St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

H. Clayton Neel

Presbyterian Minister and National Administrator

H. Clayton Neel of Lakeview in Doylestown, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. He was 88.

The Rev. Neel graduated from Fowler High School, Fresno State College, and San Francisco Theological Seminary, all in California.

He was a World War II veteran, having served as a navigator in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the Pacific. After seminary, he was the pastor of Ojai Presbyterian Church, Ojai, Calif., and then the director of Christian Education in San Francisco. The family moved to the Philadelphia area. Here he served for 16 years as the National Director of Christian Education for the Presbyterian Church at the Witherspoon building. Following that position, he served for 12 years as the director of personnel of Presbyterian Hospital, Albuquerque, N.M.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Phyllis; his daughter, Marjorie Turner, and son-in-law, Jim Turner, of New Hope; his daughter, the Rev. Joanne Neel-Richard, and her life partner, Mary Anne Osborn of New Haven, Conn.; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Vera Ketelson of Santa Maria, Calif.; a cousin, Ruth Goble of Selma, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 7, at Forest Grove Presbyterian Church, Forest Grove.

In lieu of flowers, please send a memorial donation to the National Parkinson Foundation, Office of Development, 1501 N.W. 9th Ave., Bob Hope Road, Miami, FL 33136, or to the Scleroderma Foundation, 300 Rosewood Dr., Suite 105, Danvers, MA 01923.

Gustav W. Litz

Gustav Litz of South Mountain Restoration Center, South Mountain, PA died Wednesday, April 2, 2008. He was 90.

Born in Trenton, NJ he was of the son of the late Gustav and Pauline Meiron Litz.

Surviving is a sister, A. Marie Litz of Cockeysville, MD. He was predeceased by a brother, Alfred Litz.

Funeral service and interment will be private.

Ruth K. Porpora

Ruth K. Porpora, a long time resident of Penns Park, died Thurs., April 3, 2008 at Greenleaf Nursing Home in Doylestown. She was 89. She was the wife of the late Matthew Porpora.

Born in Doylestown, she was the daughter of the late Titus and Mary Balling Franklin.

Ruth was employed as a cafeteria worked for the Wrightstown Elementary School for many years.

Surviving are two sons, Walter Pisel, his wife, Loisann, of Doylestown and Robert M. Pisel, his companion, Rosemary McGrady, of Drexel Hill; two sisters, Sarah Bryan of Trumbauersville, and Martha Blake of Warrington; four brothers, Mark Franklin of Manheim, John Franklin of Corpus Christy, TX, Joseph Franklin of New Ringold, PA and Wayne Franklin of Enfield, CT. Also surviving is a daughter-in-law, Mary Porpora of Doylestown, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Ruth was predeceased by a son, Joseph G. Porpora and a grandson, Ronald Pisel.

A funeral service will be celebrated 11 a.m., Wed., April 9, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown where friends may call after 10 a.m. Inurnment will follow at Pine Grove Memorial Park, Warminster.

Margaret E. Vasey

Margaret E, Vasey, of Solebury Township, died Saturday, March 29, 2008, at Pine Run Lakeview. She was 88.

She was the wife of the late J. Howard Vasey.

Born in Solebury, she was the only child of the late Elmer and Edith Michener Williams.

Margaret was an independent woman who was happiest maintaining her family farm where she lived and worked her entire life.

Margaret is survived by her step daughter, Ann V. Beck, her husband Newton, of Solebury; two grandchildren, Diane Beck-Werner, her husband Ernest and Newton L. Beck, Jr., his wife Karen; four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her two sons, Naval Lieutenant William Vasey in 1971 and James Vasey in 2005.

A graveside service will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Mechanicsville Cemetery on Route 413 in Mechanicsville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Margaret’s name may be made to the Doylestown Hospital Emergency Department Expansion Development Office, 595 West State St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

Michael J. Scanlan

Michael J. Scanlan of Doylestown died suddenly, Saturday, March 22, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. He was 53.

Born in Abington, he is the son of Donald L Scanlan, Sr. and Joan Schwindt Scanlan of Lower Gwynedd, PA.

Mike was a graduate of Lower Moreland High School, class of l972. He served his country in the U.S. Airforce; worked at the Academy of the New Church in Bryn Athyn as part of the landscape department and most recently he was employed by None Such Farms in Buckingham.

Mike was a true outdoors man, arborist, nurseryman and nature lover. He will be truly missed by his friends and family.

In addition to this parents, he is survived by a daughter, Kelly A. Scanlan of Chalfont, a son, Michael J. Scanlan, of Doylestown and a brother, Donald L. Scanlan, Jr. of Huntingdon Valley.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service 11 a.m. Friday, March 28, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call after 10 a.m. Inurnment will follow at St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont.

In lieu of flowers, Mike would prefer everyone to purchase some perennials and plant them in their own garden in his memory.

Stanley J. Sekelewski

Stanley J. Sekelewski of Doylestown died Sunday, March 16, 2008. He was 54. A memorial service will be celebrated 2 p.m., Thursday, March 27, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lenape Valley Foundation, 500 North West Street, Doylestown, PA 18901

Howard F. Kramer

Howard Francis Kramer, a 60 year resident of Point Pleasant died March 6, 2008 at his home. He was 82.

He was the husband of three wives who preceded him in death: Jane Kavetski of Philadelphia; Robina Cunningham of Fife, Scotland; and Kathleen Tedesco of Lansdale.

Born in Philadelphia, Howard was the son of the late Heber and Sara Shomo Kramer.

Howard attended Olney High School in Philadelphia and National Farm School, now Delaware Valley College. He was a World War II-era veteran and retired after 29 years of service with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, having spent most of that time as an inspector with the Bureau of Foods and Chemistry.

Howard was a member and trustee of the Retired Public Employees of PA AFSCME Chapter 13, a former member of the recently disbanded Point Pleasant Senior Citizens, he served as an election official and a Democratic Committeeman of Plumstead Township. Howard had been member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, for over 60 years.

Howard is survived by his sons, David, wife Nancy, of Venice, FL and Drew of Point Pleasant and stepson, Maurod Hammoutene, of Stockton, NJ, the husband of his deceased daughter, Kathleen.

Solemn Eucharist will be celebrated 11 a.m., Saturday, March 29, 2008 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 84 E. Oakland Ave., Doylestown. Inurnment will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Howard’s name may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517. donorservices@woundedwarriorproject.org

John Armstrong, Jr.

Beloved husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather

John Armstrong, Jr. of Mechanicsville passed away on Monday, March 17, 2008. He was 89. John is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lorraine Koch Armstrong.

Born in the Oaklane section of Phila., he was the son of the late Frances Meighan Armstrong and John Armstrong, Sr.

John owned and operated the Mechanicsville General Store from 1946 through 1964 and was the postmaster in Mechanicsville for forty years. He was actively involved in the management of the Mechanicsville Cemetery, was a World War II Army Veteran and was a member of numerous service organizations.

We wish to extend our profound thanks for the kind and sensitive services of Doylestown Hospice. These wonderful people brought dignity and love to the process of dying.

In addition to his wife, John is survived by his daughters JoAnne Rogers, her husband, Carey, of Stockton, NJ; Kathleen Gold, her husband, Gerald, of Weston, CT; a son John Charles Armstrong, his wife, Mary, of Metamoria,IL; five grandchildren, Norm Stahlheber, Rebecca Poeschel and Johnny Armstrong; Jason and Jessica Gold and two great grandchildren, Matt and Eric Stahlheber.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Charlotte E. Lester

Charlotte E. Lester of Chalfont, formerly of Flourtown died Thursday, March 13, 2008 at Neshaminy Manor. She was 84.

She was the wife of the late Robert V. Lester who died in 1990.

Born in Murrhardt, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Rudolf and Frida Feldwieser Rauscher.

Charlotte emigrated to the United States in 1930, settling in the West Oak Lane section of Philadelphia then later living in Melrose Park and Elkins Park. She graduated from Cheltenham High School, class of l942 and Pierce Business School. She was a secretary for the government and real estate offices, prior to becoming a homemaker, raising her children. Mrs. Lester was a longtime member of Sandy Run Country Club. She enjoyed gardening, swimming, playing piano, crafts and writing short stories. Charlotte especially enjoyed painting decorative bird houses and aqua-aerobics with friends at High Point. She also enjoyed vacationing with family in Ocean City, NJ.

Surviving are two daughters, Barbara L. Woodling, her husband, Russell, of Landisville, PA and Marilyn J. Darrows of Doylestown as well as six grandchildren, Sarah Woodling, her fiancé, Michael Houle, Andrew Woodling, Kati, Janine and Lauren Simek and Mikayla Darrows.

The family would like to express special thanks to Angie and all of the nursing staff at Neshaminy Manor for their loving care and support.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral service 11 a.m., Monday, March 17, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m., prior to the service. Inurnment will follow in Holy Sepluchre Cemetery, Cheltenham.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Charlotte's name may be made to the Bucks County S.P.C.A., P. O. Box 277, Lahaska, PA 18931 or American Brain Tumor Associatoon, 2720 River Road, Suite 146, Des Plaines, IL 60018-4110.

Blanche T. Adams

Blanche Menkiewicz Adams of Doylestown died, Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at Greenleaf Nursing Home. She was 83.

She was the wife of the late John N. Adams who passed away in 1986.

Born and raised in Shenandoah, PA, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary Karbolak Menkiewicz.

At an early age Blanche relocated to New York City where she lived for many years before moving to Philadelphia where she met her future husband, John N. Adams. Married in 1952, Blanche and “Jack” moved to Bucks County in the 1950’s and resided in Doylestown since 1959.

Blanche had an indomitable spirit and a strength and faith in God that always sustained her. A devout Catholic, she said the rosary every day of her life. She loved her grandchildren who never failed to bring a big smile to her face.

She liked to read, crochet, do puzzles and Bingo was a passion. She enjoyed the many trips organized by her friend Margaret to the casinos with all of her Bingo buddies. She loved lilacs, her family and she was a great cook – Sunday dinner was always a treat and she made the best potato pancakes in the world. She was loved and will be missed.

Blanche is survived by her children Gail, Susan, Ronald, his wife, Norma, Joanne and John. She is the beloved grandmother of TaiMarie, Steven and Eric. She is also survived by her sister, Antoinette "Tush" Burns and many nieces and nephews.

Relative and friends are invited to Blanche's funeral mass, 1 p.m., Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 235 E. State Str., Doylestown. Interment will follow in Doylestown Cemetery. A viewing will be held 11 to 12 noon on Saturday at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown.

Margaret S. Patton

Margaret S. Patton, of Doylestown, died, Wed., March 5, 2008 at Pine Run Health Care Center. She was 101.

Ruth G. Sackett

Ruth G. Sackett of Doylestown died Saturday, March 8, 2008 at her home surrounded by family. She was 88. She was the wife of the late Russell Sackett.

Born in Hatboro, Ruth was the daughter of the late Horace and Bessie Lukens Gentner.

Ruth was blessed with many close friends throughout her life, who she held dear to her heart. With many she enjoyed traveling, experiencing diverse regional differences. She loved to play cards and eat at the Duck Deli. While she lived in New Britain (1947-1987), Ruth was active in the community as a volunteer librarian, in a local ametuer theater group, Meals on Wheels and Girl Scouting.

Following the death of her husband in 1984, Ruth moved to Doylestown where she continued her community involvement in various activities and as an active member of Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church. She easily struck up lasting friendships and assisted others unquestionably. Ruth provided a strong social role model for her children and opened their minds to appreciate the diverse world around them. She will be warmly rememberd with a smile and greatly missed by family and friends.

Ruth is survived by her daughters Constance Foresman, her husband, William, of Hughesville, PA and Susan Hendricks, her husband, Richard, of Wilmington, Del. and a son, Russell Sackett, his companion, Faye Johnson of El Paso, TX; five grandchildren; Constance Hendricks of Milford, Del.; Michael Hendricks of Wilmington Del.; Eoin and Palmira Foresman of Hasselt, Belgium; Marci and Richard Fleis of Hermitage PA. and Brittni Gadd of Anchorage, AK, as well as 5 great-grand children: Joseph, Nathaniel, Chynna, Evan, and Kiera.

A Memorial Survice will be held 11 a.m., Monday, March 17, 2008 at Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church, 321 W. Butler Avenue, New Britain, PA. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ruth's name may be made to the Peace Valley Nature Center's Children's Program, 166 Chapman Road, Doylestown, PA 18901.

James Whitley Pentecost

James Whitely Pentecost of Doylestown died on March 6th, 2008. He was 79 years old. He was the husband of Barbara Pentecost, formerly Barbara Frederick, of Mifflinburg, PA.

Born in Peckville, Lackawana County, he was the son of the late James Roderick and Anna Lewis Pentecost and lived in Doylestown since 1961.

He graduated from Keystone College, University of Scranton, and Alfred University with degrees in Biology and Masters in Education. He served in the Korean War and married Barbara Frederick in 1956. He was a Science Teacher in Hancock, NY and later at Tamanend Junior High from 1961 until 1966. He retired as a Counselor for the PA Bureau of Employment in Hatboro, where he had worked for almost 20 years. He was a Freemason and a member of the Shriners, as well as a member of VFW Post 175 of Doylestown where he was a past commander, and the American Legion Post 210, Doylestown, where he was the Chaplain and a past Commander. He was active in many community service and fund-raising events through these organizations. He was also a member of Doylestown Presbyterian Church for almost 50 years and had served as a Deacon of the church.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a son, John F. Pentecost, his wife, Hellen, of Durham; a daughter, Carol P. Brown, her husband, William Peter Brown III of Warrington; and five grandchildren: William Peter Brown IV, Amber Ann Brown, Alexander James Pentecost, Benjamin Thomas Pentecost, and Colby Alan Pentecost.

A funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday March 12, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd, Doylestown, where friends may call after 10 a.m. prior to the service. A Masonic Service will begin at 10:45 a.m. Interment will follow in Doylestown Cemetery. Friends may also call Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jim’s name may be made to the American Legion Post 210, 315 North Street, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Jake R. Revere

Jake R. Revere of Doylestown died Friday, March 7, 2008 at a result of a skiing accident at Camelback Mountain in the Poconos. He was 16.

Born in Livingston, NJ, he is the son of Richard D. and Robin Conger Revere. Jake lived in West Orange, NJ prior to moving to Doylestown in 1998.

He was a 10th grade honor roll student at Central Bucks East High School. Jake played volleyball, participated in theater productions and dreamed of pursuing a career in acting. He was also considering becoming a teacher because he enjoyed mentoring children.

Jake was a member of Boy Scout Troop 6 in Doylestown and was planning on completing his Eagle Scout requirements and attending Philmont Scout Reservation in New Mexico. He was an expert skier, skiing in Colorado as well as in Vermont.

He was active member of Doylestown United Methodist Church and its Youth Group, performing missionary work in the depressed areas of the South.

Jake was a devoted son and older brother to his sisters.

In addition to his parents, Jake is survived by his 3 sisters, Kacey, Kellie and Sophie, all of Doylestown; a maternal grandfather, Richard Conger, his wife, Grace, of Brooksville, FL; as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Jake's life celebration memorial service, 7:30 p.m., Friday, March 14, 2008 at Central Bucks East High School, Holicong Road, Buckingham. Friends may call the Church Thursday evening, March 13, 2008 from 6 to 9 p.m. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jake's name may be made to the Jake R. Revere Scholarship Fund, c/o Doylestown United Methodist Church, 320 Swamp Road, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Roger C. Florian

Roger C. Florian, of Sellersville, died Wednesday, March 5, 2008, at Delaware County Memorial Hospital in Drexel Hill. He was 53.

He was the husband of Jeanne Monaghan Florian.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of Florence Neimy Florian and the late Michael G. Florian.

Roger was a paramedic and lifetime member of the Central Bucks Ambulance and Rescue in Doylestown and for the past 23 years was a paramedic for Delaware County Memorial Hospital. He also worked as the Drama Club Director at St. Agnes Sacred Heart School in Hilltown and was a music teacher at St. John of the Baptist School in Ottsville.

In addition to his wife and mother, Roger is survived by a son, Robert C. Florian, a daughter, Patricia J. Florian, and a brother, Michael Florian, his wife Anne, all of Sellersville. He was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Momorella and a brother, Brian Florian.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Roger's funeral mass, 10 a.m. Monday, March 10, 2008, at St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, 445 N. Main St., Sellersville, where friends may call after 9 a.m., Monday prior to mass. Interment will follow in St. John Neumann Cem., Warrington. There will be a viewing Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Roger's name may be made to the Scholarship Fund for the Roger C. Florian Children, c/o Wachovia Bank, Perkasie Financial Center, 1131 North 5th Street, Perkasie, PA 18944.

Edith H. Stoops

Edith H. Stoops, of Hialeah, FL, formerly of Doylestown, peacefully entered into the presence of Our Lord on Friday, February 29, 2008. She was 78. Edith was the wife of the late Harry R. Stoops, III, who died in 1998.

Born in Phila., she was the daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth Johnston Hood.

Moving to the Miami area in 1960, Edith was employed by Florida Power & Light, retiring in 1991.

Edith was devoted to serving God and her family. Her biggest joy in life was serving God at Calvary Fellowship Miami Lakes, living a life of example and devotion. She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her loving kindness, faithfulness and generosity.

Surviving are five children, Roscoe, his wife, Joy; Ronnie; Connie Thompson, her husband, Philip; Robbie, his wife, Peggy; Jean Stoops and daughter-in-laws, Patty Stoops and Rochelle Stoops; granchildren Robert, Michelle, Lee, Chris, Robyn, Benjamin Stoops; Tyler and Dalton Saunders; her sister, Janet Sherbet of Redondo Beach, CA and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Randy Stoops.

A funeral service will be celebrated 11 a.m., Friday, March 7, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where friends may call after 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in Doylestown Cemetery. (Online guest book at www.MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.)

Richard K. McNamara

Richard K. "Mac" McNamara of Dublin, formerly of Abington, passed away Friday, Feb. 29, 2008. He was 53.

Richard was the loving husband to Gay McNamara for the past 32 years.

Born on June 26, 1954, in Abington, he was the son of Dolores McNamara Stavers and the late John K. McNamara.

Rick graduated from Abington High School and attended Temple University. He later continued on to real estate school to become a broker. He also had a construction business and roofing company. Recently, he worked as a sexton at St. Luke's Lutheran Church.

Rick loved to be outdoors, camping, hunting and fishing. He also loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren..

In addition to his beloved wife and his mother, he is survived by his children, James, Shawn, Jennifer and Christopher. He had seven grandchildren, Alyssa, Wyatt, Kelsy, Kyle, Kory, Kolin and Kate, as well as brothers and sisters, Michael, Thomas, Kevin, and Terri McNamara, Patty Fiedler and the late John R. McNamara. Also surviving are many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Relatives and friend are invited to attend Rick's viewing from 10 a.m. and funeral service at noon on March 6, at Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown. Interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family.

Robert H. Yaroschuk

Robert H. Yaroschuk, a resident of Bucks County for 52 years, died Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008. He was 76.

He was the beloved husband of K. Patricia McClurken Yaroschuk.

He is also survived by his sister, Diane Palmer of York, Pa.; his cousin, Andrew Jack Raymond of Wynnewood; three sons, Gregg and his wife, Kess, David, and Peter and his wife, Deidre Martin; and his daughter, Elisabeth and her husband, Miles Yanick. He was the uncle of Stephen, Phillip and Fred; and the grandfather of Samantha, Zachary, Jared, Dillon, Eleanor, Michael, Christopher, Nadja and Liam.

Bob was born in Philadelphia, the son of the late Gregory and Nadezhda Yaroschuk. He was a 1949 graduate of Central High School. He received a bachelor's degree from Wharton School in 1952, and a doctorate in law from University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1958.

From age eight he swam competitively for the Central YMCA. He was a varsity swimmer in high school and college.

His military service included a 1952 to 1954 tour of duty in Korea with the 40th Infantry Division, 8th Army.

He established his law practice in Bucks County in 1958, and was admitted to practice in the U.S. Supreme Court in 1968.

Since 1995, he was a part time buyer and seller of art and antiques. His interests included art, writing and reading. He loved crossword puzzles, cryptograms and driving his old Saab convertible.

His funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 29, at Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call after 10 a.m.

The family has requested that memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, be made to the Department of Pulmonary Care or the Heart Institute at Doylestown Hospital, 595 W. State St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

Doris E. Phy

Doris E. Phy, age 83, a seven year resident of Alterra Claire Bridge Memory Care, in North Wales PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 22, 2008.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Louisa Phy. She was preceded in death by her siblings John, Charles, William, Harry, and Beulah. She is survived by her brother Robert, and niece Patricia, of Rockledge, PA; nephew Steven of Whitemarsh PA and beloved long-time family friends, Teresa Cappello and Dennis Szabo of Telford, PA.

After graduating from Roxborough High School and the Drexel Institute, Doris became a skilled draftswoman and was employed by the Boeing Co in Ridley Park, Pa for many years. While employed at the Boeing Co. Doris trained and supervised numerous employees in the helicopter division until her retirement in 1979.

After retirement Doris lived in Barnegat, New Jersey where she enjoyed her many hobbies, which included bowling, crabbing, jewelry making, but most of all she cherished her time spent with Mary and Benny Cappello and the rest of the Cappello/Troisi family who considered her a family member. She was a strong, independent woman whose unforgettable sense of humor will be remembered by all who knew her.

Teresa Cappello would like to extend her sincere gratitude to the entire staff at Alterra Clare Bridge, where Doris was loved and cared for with respect and dignity by everyone who worked there. They gave her a wonderful home the last seven years of her life. Sincere thanks to Care Alternatives Hospice for their special services, which made Doris's last days comfortable and peaceful.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral Mass at 11 a.m., Wednesday, February 27, at Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Catholic Church, 1325 Upper State Road, North Wales, and PA. The family will receive visitors at the church from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham.

In honor of Doris' wishes, donations can be made to Living Bank International, PO Box 6725, Houston, TX 77265, www.livingbank.org or the Alzheimer's Association, Delaware Valley Chapter 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Marguerite Anna Geddes

Marguerite Anna Geddes, a longtime resident of Doylestown died Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. She was 98. Marguerite was predeceased by her husband, Oscar Geddes who died in 1961.

Born in Lumberville, she was the daughter of the late Paul F. and Julia Bisnett Cals.

Marguerite lived in Point Pleasant for 14 years before moving to Doylestown in 1962. She was a member of Salem United Church of Christ, active with and past president of the American Legion Post 210 Ladies Auxiliary in Doylestown. Mrs. Geddes worked as a nurses' aid at the former Garden Court Nursing Home in Doylestown and enjoyed traveling.

She is survived by a son, Lovett Geddes, his wife, Cora, of Doylestown; 3 grandchildren, James Geddes, his wife, Diane; Ann Geddes (Matt Moore) and Jane Busby, her husband, Marc, as well as 4 great grandchildren, Kellyann, Shannon and James Geddes, Jr. and Samuel Busby.

A funeral service will be celebrated 1l a.m., Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown, where friends may call after 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Point Pleasant Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions is Marguerite's name may be made to the American Legion Post 210, P.O. Box 801, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Cole T. Ballay

Cole T. Ballay, of Furlong was killed in an automobile accident Tuesday, February 19, 2008 near Germantown Academy in Fort Washington, where he had attended classes since 2005. He was the beloved son of Nan and Tom Ballay, residents of Furlong since 1987. Cole attended Buckingham Elementary School and Holicong Middle School, prior to beginning his 9th grade classes at GA.

Cole was an outgoing and friendly individual, who always went out of his way to make others happy. He possessed a keen and unique sense of humor. Academically, he was bright, energetic and enthusiastic about his studies, which were often quite rigorous at GA.

In athletics, Cole was gifted with exceptional speed and he had several major achievements while running with track teams from Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Holicong Middle School. He set records in the 100 and 200 yard dash and relay events. On two occasions he was a member of teams which won the prestigious Penn Relays.

On the soccer field, Cole was often described as simply "amazing". His blazing speed, coupled with incredible foot skills, outstanding field vision and anticipation, made him a formidable opponent whenever he stepped onto the field, and a joy to watch. Cole was also a great captain and team leader, often inspiring others to improve their performance. His passion for life will be missed by many.

Cole played with teams at the highest level throughout the US and twice in Italy, which included several regional champions and a finalist in national competition. Most recently, he had been playing up age-wise on the new Player Development Academy (NJ) Under 18 Team. He was being seriously considered for several major Division 1 College Soccer programs.

In addition to his parents, Cole is survived by his grandmother, Anne Morris, several aunts and uncles, including: Christine Zerweck, Agnes and Joseph McKenna, Lori and James Jacoby, Phillip and Irene Morris, Thomas and Ann Morris, John and Lisa Morris, and many cousins and friends. Cole was preceded in death by his uncle, Joseph Ballay.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Cole's Funeral Mass, 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 25, 2008, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 235 E. State Street, Doylestown, where friends may call after 9:30 a.m., Monday prior to Mass. Interment will follow in Doylestown Cemetery. There will be a viewing Sunday evening 7 to 9 p.m. at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Cole Ballay Memorial Scholarship Fund., c/o Germantown Academy Office of Institutional Advancement, 340 Morris Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034.

Charles A. Hund, Jr.

Charles A. Hund, Jr.,a 34 year resident of Warminster, died Tues., February 19, 2008 at Heritage Towers Health Care Center, in Doylestown. He was 87. He was the husband of Dorothy Geier Hund.

Born in Philadelphia is was the son of the late Charles A. and Elizabeth Liedy Hund.

Mr. Hund was a chief expediter for Janney Cylinder Company in Philadelphia for 43 years. Charles was a former Republican Committeeman in Philadelphia and at one time ran for the Pennsylvania Legislature. He was a former president of Benjamin Wilson Senior Center in Warminster.

Mr. Hund was a parishioner of Nativity of Our Lord BVM Church in Warminster and was a member of the Knights of Columbus.

In addition to his wife, surviving are 3 sons, Charles A. Hund, III, his wife, Patricia, of Huntingdon Valley; Joseph W. Hund, his wife, Karen, of Pipersville and Ronald Hund, his wife, Joanne, of Plumsteadville; 3 daughters, Mary Ann McDermott, her husband, David, of Bel Air, MD; Dorothy McGonigle, her husband, Eugene, of Buckingham and Patricia Walkup of Millville, NJ. Also surviving are 17 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and a brother, Walter Hund of Georgia.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 23, 2008 at Nativity of Our Lord BVM Church, 625 W. Street Road, Warminster, where friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. John Neumann Cemetery, Warrington Twp.

In lieu of flowers, contributions is Charles’ name may be made to the Alzheimers Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, Suite 102, 399 Market Street, Phila., PA 19106.

Lois Patricia Jurbala

Lois Patricia Jurbala of Berwick, PA died peacefully on Friday, February 15, 2008 at the home of her daughter in Warrington. She was 85.

Pat was the wife of the late Frank Jurbala who passed away in 1985.

Daughter of the late Arthur and Hannah Orme Parkes, Pat was born and raised in Woodville, England, near Burton-on-Trent.

She came to the United States in l945 where she and her husband Frank owned and operated the Towne Tavern in Berwick until l970. Most recently, Pat resided with her daughter and son-in-law in Warrington.

Surviving are two sons, Michael F. Jurbala, of Benton, PA and Frank L. Jurbala of Harrisburg, PA; a daughter, Jacqueline J. Cunning, her husband, David, of Warrington; 5 grandchildren, Michael F. Jurbala, II, his wife, Shari, of Berwick, Joseph Troy Jurbala, his wife,

Paula, of Florida, Carey A. Klinger, her husband, Rodney, of Millville, PA, Sarah R. Woolcock and Christopher R. Woolcock, both of Warrington; five great grandchildren, Michael F. Jurbala, III, Jessica L. Jurbala, Brittany Jurbala, Dylan Klinger and Eli Klinger and 2 sisters, Kathleen Yates and Gloria Tugby, both of England.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 at Calvary Chapel of Central Bucks, 150 East Butler Ave., Chalfont, PA

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Pat's name may be made to the American Center Society, P. O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123-1718 or online at americancancersociety.com.

Robert C. VanLuvanee

Robert C. VanLuvanee, a lifelong resident of Doylestown, died Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. He was 78.

He was the beloved husband of Mary Hart VanLuvanee. They had just celebrated their 56th year of marriage.

Born in Doylestown, he was the son of the late Roy and Clara Johnson VanLuvanee.

Mr. VanLuvanee enjoyed going to car shows with his family, as well as spending summer vacations at the shore with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved taking care of his truck, weekends in the garage with his son and grandsons, working on his lawn, and fishing in the bay at Long Beach Island. He also enjoyed wood working, especially making birds for his family and friends to enjoy on their lawns.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Bob VanLuvanee and his wife, Audrey, of Doylestown; his grandsons, Christopher Robert VanLuvanee and his wife, Rebecca, and Kevin Ryan VanLuvanee, all of Doylestown; and his two great-grandsons, Jakob and Chase. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Mr. VanLuvanee was preceded in death by three sisters and five brothers.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, at Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road., Doylestown, where friends may call after 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mr. VanLuvanee's name may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 301 N. Main St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

Rev. Karl A. Gabler

The Rev. Karl A. Gabler, a longtime resident of Doylestown, died Monday, Feb. 11, 2008, at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. He was 74.

Karl was the loving husband of Shirley A. Muth Gabler, who survives.

Born in Easton, Pa., he was the son of the late William A. Gabler and Mable Miller Gabler.

Karl was a graduate of Wilson High School in Easton where he was student director of the school band. He also graduated from Lehigh University, where he was president of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and was a member of Lehigh University’s Marching 97 band.

Karl spent his early career with Bethlehem Steel Corp., later attending Lancaster Theological Seminary of the United Church of Christ, where he received his B.D., and was Valedictorian of his class and completing his doctoral studies. After seminary, he served as pastor of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, now Trinity U.C.C. in Bethlehem.

Karl spent several years as director of community service for the Allentown Redevelopment Authority. Later, he served as executive director of the Bucks County Housing Authority and director of its Development Corp.

The Rev. Gabler was president of Shelter Associates. He was pastor of Tinicum United Church of Christ and served as hospice chaplain at Doylestown Hospital for 10 years. In addition to being a longtime member of Salem United Church of Christ, Rev. Gabler served as Salem’s Interim Pastor in the mid 1980's. He retired from ministry in 2000, having served many churches in a variety of capacities. He also served many committees for the Pennsylvania Southeast and Northeast Conferences of the United Church of Christ. Karl was proud to be considered one of the first members of the Order of Corpus Christi.

Karl and his wife were longtime members of Doylestown Country Club.

Rev. Gabler was an accomplished musician during his life playing the tenor sax and clarinet. He was well know in music circles throughout the Lehigh Valley.

In addition to his wife, Karl is survived by two sons, Phillip Gabler and his wife, Patricia, and their daughters, Kimberly and Emily, all of Doylestown; and Erik Gabler and his daughter, Lily, of Phoenix, Ariz.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at Salem United Church of Christ, 186 E. Court St., Doylestown. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Karl's name to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Attention: Tribute Gifts, Church Street Station, P.O. Box 780, New York, NY 10008-0780.

John D. "Jack" DiValerio

John D. “Jack” DiValerio, of Doylestown, died Monday, February 11, 2008, at his home. He was 82. He was the the husband of 55 years to the late Helen DeAscentis DiValerio, who passed away in 2002.

Born October 26, 1925, in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Dominick and Anna Catherine Martin DiValerio.

Jack entered the Navy in 11th grade and served on the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid. He participated in the Battle of Midway; having been wounded, he was sent to Hawaii and later to San Francisco for rehab. He received the Purple Heart for being injured in the line of duty.

Jack was co-owner of Deane Auto Parts in Doylestown Twp. He retired at age 50 and worked at home as a master caner of antique chairs and furniture. He resided for 53 years in a close knit neighborhood among a network of friends and supporters including the Garretsons, Seidels, Callows, Snyders, Bennetts and Bishops. Jack loved to go for drives in his SUV he named "Big Red".

Jack loved Phillies baseball and was an avid gun enthusiast, former hunter and golfer. For the past several years he was a “regular” at Perkins Restaurant and considered himself part of the family there. Jack also played pool at the Central Bucks Senior Center with friends Jack Alexander, Bob Clovekorn, Ralph Mitchell and Danny Emerson.

A devoted son, husband, father, grandfather and friend, he will be missed by all who knew him. He had a gentle, yet tough character with a wonderful sense of humor and love of life.

Jack is survived by his daughters; Sandra Beeman, of Mifflintown, PA, Kit Dalton, of Buckingham; his sons, John D. DiValerio, Jr., of Chalfont and Don DiValerio, his wife, Karen, of Ramona, CA and his grandchildren, Sheri and Jana DiValerio, William and Kimberlee Ann Dalton and twin grandchildren, Anna and Jack DiValerio, the latter being the namesake of his beloved grandfather. He was preceded in death by a sister, Nan DiValerio Finch, in November 2002.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service 11 a.m., Friday, February 15, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where friends may call after 10 a.m. Interment will follow in St. John Neumann Cem., Warrington Twp.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jack’s name may be made to the Central Bucks Senior Center, 700 Shady Retreat Road, Doylestown, PA 18901

William R. Wallis, Jr.

William R. Wallis, Jr., of Doylestown, died Wednesday, February 6, 2008, at Doylestown Hospital. He was 79.

He was the husband of 38 years to Joyce Vasoli Wallis.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late William, Sr. and Ruth Jerdan Wallis.

William worked as an Air Traffic Controller at the Northeast Airport in Philadelphia for over 20 years. He also served in the United States Navy, was a 50-year member of the Joseph Brown Masonic Lodge in Philadelphia and member for the past four years of the Doylestown Masonic Lodge.

He owned a Model A car and was a member of the Mercer A's in Doylestown and enjoyed woodworking and antique collecting. He met his wife while both were singing for the former Philadelphia International Airport Chorus.

In addition to his wife, William is survived by a daughter, Sharon Alexander, of Green Lane, PA, his sons, Constantine Wallis and his wife Kimberly, of Chalfont, PA, William R. Wallis, III and his fiancé Laura, of Skippack, PA and five grandchildren. Also survived by a sister, Gail R. Wallis, of Doylestown, PA. He was preceded in death by a brother, Roy Wallis.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service 11 a.m. Monday, February 11, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where the public may pay their respects after 10 a.m. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in William's name may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 2 International Plaza, Suite 245, Philadelphia, PA 19113.

Georgiana R. Shaw

Georgiana R. Shaw, of Doylestown, died peacefully Friday, February 1, 2008, at Buckingham Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation after a long illness. She was 94.

Born in Dayton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Pauline Runkle Reames.

Mrs. Shaw owned and operated a payroll and tax preparation service for many years after working as an accountant for Boroughs Corporation, the Pennsauken Mart and Draper Corporation.

She was active in the Soroptomist Club for many years, serving as secretary and a member of Trinity Episcopal Church of Buckingham where she had been a Sunday School teacher.

Mrs. Shaw enjoyed doing crafts and was an accomplished artist.

Surviving are her nephews, Frederick Bean of Doylestown, Richard Dussaigne of Camarillo, CA and a niece, Annette McGuire of Long Beach, CA. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Alfreda R. Bean and Mona Roslyn Dussaigne.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her graveside service 11:30 a.m. Friday, February 8, 2008, at Doylestown Cemetery, 215 E. Court St., Doylestown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Georgiana’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 8th Ave., 6th Floor, New York, NY 10001.

Brenda Ann Orr

Brenda Ann Orr, a resident of Doylestown for 48 years, died Tuesday, January 29, at her home. She was 53.

Born in Greenville, PA, she was the daughter of Gene and Martha Kimmel Orr, of Doylestown.

Brenda graduated from Central Bucks West High School in 1973 and furthered her education by receiving both a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Business from Temple University.

She loved music, reading and her three cats, Cowie, Christopher and Buddy. She also loved going to the Bucks County Playhouse, where she had season tickets.

In addition to her parents, Brenda is survived by a sister, Cindy Pugliese, of Perkasie and two nieces, whom Brenda loved dearly, Michelle Pugliese, of Boston, MA and Rachel Pugliese, of Perkasie. She is also survived by many aunts and uncles in Western PA, 15 cousins from the Orr side of the family, 8 cousins (all girls) from the Kimmel side of the family whom she loved spending time with and always had fun ; a dear friend of 30 years, Fran McCabe and an “adopted” daughter, Alyssa Lewis, daughter of a friend from jr. high school who passed away.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service 2 p.m. Saturday, February 2, 2008, at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, where the public is invited to pay their respects after 1 p.m.

Memorial contributions in Brenda’s name may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, Greater Delaware Valley Chapter, 1 Reed Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Margaret Clark O'Farrell

Margaret Clark O'Farrell of Doylestown died Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008, at home with her family at her side. She was 87.

"She fought the good fight...she has finished her race."

She was the beloved wife and best friend of the late Edward J.F. O'Farrell.

Born in Concord, N.H., she was a graduate of Sacred Heart School of Nursing, Manchester, N.H. After graduation, she volunteered for service in the U.S. Army, where she proudly served as an Army nurse in Germany and England during World War II.

After the war, she relocated with her beloved Ed to New York. She remained, however, a true New Englander (cheering on the Boston Red Sox to beat dad's beloved New York Yankees) with a strong love for her husband, her daughters, her church and her country. She prayed daily for the "boys and girls" still serving in the armed forces.

Throughout her life, she served her church, St. Helena's in Parkchester, The Bronx, N.Y., volunteering and caring for the sick and dying nuns of the parish.

She is survived by her four daughters, Margaret O'Farrell of Bronxville, N.Y., Maureen and

Mike Bellotti of Yorktown Heights, N.Y., Pat and John Loughlin of Doylestown, with whom she shared a home, and Mary Ann O'Farrell of Bryan, Texas. She was the grandmother of Michael and Matthew Bellotti, Tracy DePaoli, Matthew Loughlin, Kathleen Loughlin, and Edward O'Farrell Loughlin; and the great-grandmother of five. Also surviving is a brother, Robert Clark of Concord.

Her funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 31, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 235 E. State St., Doylestown, where friends may call after 9 a.m. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, N.Y.

In lieu of flowers, the family would welcome remembrances sent to Doylestown Hospital, 595 W. State St., Doylestown, PA 18901, or to any veterans organization in the United States.

Lois C. Hamilton

Lois C. Hamilton, a life long resident of New Britain and Doylestown, died Sunday, January 27, 2008 at Heritage Towers Health Care Center. She was 89. She was of the wife of the late Frank W. Hamilton who died in 1976.

Born in Doylestown she was the daughter of the late Frank L. and Alma Carter Coulton.

Lois graduated from Doylestown High School, class of 1936. She was a homemaker most of her life and for 16 years she was a caller of substitute teachers for the Central Bucks School District, retiring in 1994.

For 17 years Mrs. Hamilton was a trustee and secretary of the Beulah Cemetery Association in New Britain. She was a charter and life member of Doylestown Fire Company No. 1 Auxiliary.

Surviving are two sons, Gene Hamilton, his wife, Marge, of Doylestown and Bill Hamilton, his wife, Debbie, of Center Valley, PA; a granddaughter, Michelle Hamilton Lake, her husband, Kevin, of Groton, CT and one sister, Peg Clarke of New Britain. Lois was predeceased by two brothers, Henry and Frank Coulton and a sister, Jean Coulton.

Graveside services will be held ll:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 1, 2008 at Beulah Cemetery, Almshouse Road, New Britain. Friends may call at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown from 10:30 to 11:15 prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers contributions is Lois’s name may be made to the Doylestown Fire Co. No.1, P.O. Box 208, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Walter H. Stauffenberg

Walter H. Staufenberg of Doylestown died January 25, 2008 after a short illness. He was 91 years old.

Born Sept. 12, 1916 in Hazleton, PA, Walter was the son of the late Martin and Anna E. Wilhelm Stauffenberg.

Mr. Stauffenberg was employed by the Pennsylvania Power & Light Co. until the outbreak of WW II, when he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve until his discharge in 1945, with the rank of Ensign. Walter matriculated Cum Laude at Penn State University where he earned a bachelor of science degree with honor awards in chemistry and engineering. He was employed by American Cyanamid Co until his retirement in 1978.

Walter was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Hazleton, Hazleton Lodge No. 65 I.O.O.F; Brainerd Lodge No. 102 A.F.& A.M. New London Connecticut and social fraternity Phi Kappa PSI, Lambda Chapter, Penn State, State College, PA.

He survived by two nieces and a great-nephew and was predeceased by three brothers and two sisters.

Inurnment will be held privately in Vine Street Cemetery, Hazleton, PA.

Joseph F. Firth, Jr

Joseph F. Firth. Jr. of Doylestown, formerly of Philadelphia, died Wednesday, January 16, 2007, at Pine Run Lakeview Assisted Living. He was 97.

He was the beloved husband of the late Mina L. Firth (nee Lewis) who passed away in 1994.

Born in Philadelphia, Pa, on November 26, 1910, he was the son of the late Joseph F. and Elizabeth Hodgson Firth.

Joseph was a graduate of Chestnut Hill Academy, Chestnut Hill, and Philadelphia University, (Philadelphia Textile). He was a contract carpet stylist and designer for Lees Carpets (Burlington Industries).

Mr. Firth served his country in the U.S. Army, as a Staff Sergeant in the 13th Field Artillery Battalion, for three years, during WWII. He was awarded four bronze stars, and participated in the first invasion of Leyte, in the Philippines.

He was an avid golfer and honorary member of North Hills Country Club for 60 years. He was a kind, honest, true gentleman, and he will be missed by everyone whose life he touched.

Surviving are his loving daughter, Elizabeth Firth Wheeler of Doylestown; grandchildren; Michele W. McGroggan, her husband, Richard V. McGroggan, of Doylestown; Jeffrey F. Wheeler, his wife, Kristen H. Wheeler, of Pipersville and his dear great-grandchildren; Riley McGroggan and Sydney Wheeler.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service at 1 pm, Saturday, January 19, 2007 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Oakland Ave and Pine St, Doylestown, where friends may call from 12 to 1 p.m., prior to the service

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested a donation in his memory to Doylestown Hospital Emergency Department Expansion Campaign, c/o Linda Plank, 595 W. State St, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Iva Jones

Iva Jones, of Doylestown, formerly of Warrington, died Monday, January 14, 2008, at the home of her son. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank C. Jones, Jr, who passed away in 2005.

Born in Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Oliver and Isabella Dirs Montero. Iva attended Dna Teresa Afonso College in Portugal before immigrating to the United States with her parents, living in Metuchen, NJ.

While living in Metuchen, she was a member of the Evening Women’s Club and the Ladies Auxillary for the Volunteer Firemen’s Association. In her younger years, Iva served as a Den Mother.

Surviving are her three beloved sons, Frank C. Jones III, his wife, Jane, of Doylestown, Kevin O. Jones, (Sue Bender) of Hopewell, NJ, Timothy A. Jones, his wife, Cathy, of Metuchen, NJ and five wonderful grandchildren, Megan Arrevillagas, her husband, Vincent, Jason, T. Tyler, Laura and Bryan Jones.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass ,11 a.m. Friday, January 18, 2008, at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 850 Euclid Ave., Warrington. Interment will follow in Doylestown Cemetery. A visitation will be held Thursday evening, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Rd., Doylestown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Iva’s name may be made to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111.

Christopher M. Roberts

Christopher M. Roberts, father and friend, passed away in Doylestown on Friday, Jan. 4, 2008, at his home. He was 65.

Born March 25, 1942, in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Howard Sperry Roberts and Nancy Lynch Roberts.

He was an accomplished journalist, starting his career as a reporter for The Mercury in Pottstown in 1965. He then reported for the Associated Press for 16 years, first in New Orleans, where he covered the 1966 shooting of James Meredith during his historic march through Mississippi, Des Moines and Cleveland. In 1971, he returned to Philadelphia and was part of the team of AP reporters nominated for a Pulitzer Prize for their coverage of the Three Mile Island nuclear accident.

In 1982, Chris turned his pen to public relations, serving as director of communications for the Pennsylvania Crime Commission. In 1986, he combined his love of writing with his passion for wildlife and the outdoors as public information officer for the Delaware River Basin Commission, responsible for outreach and education campaigns in the four-state Delaware River region. He received top recognition from the National Association of Government Communicators, of which he was a member, for production of a calendar featuring the Delaware River.

He was well known by colleagues and friends for his sense of humor, and was fond of telling stories (such as how he and friends nicknamed their high school team). Chris wrote numerous short stories, including a children's book illustrated by his grandson, Arthur.

Chris was an avid gardener, loved bird-watching and was a frequent fisherman on deep-sea trips out of Point Pleasant, N.J., harking back to memorable days spent on Bowers Beach as a child.

Chris graduated from The Haverford School in 1960, and from Wake Forest College (now Wake Forest University) in 1964 with a bachelor of arts degree in psychology.

He is survived by his brother, Michael; sister, Nancy Belle; his first wife, Ann and their children, Matt, Chris, Michael and Natalie; six grandchildren; and his second wife, Anne Palmer.

A memorial service for friends and family will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturd