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Joseph F. Searles, Sr.

Joseph F. Searles, Sr.

Nov 13, 2024

Joseph F. Searles Sr. peacefully passed away on November 13th surrounded by family at his home in Neshaminy Falls. He is preceded in death by his son Joseph F. Searles Jr and is survived by his wife of 71 years, Joan Searles (Graham) and three children Kenneth (Karen), Michael (Lisa), and Maureen (Robert). He is also survived by 11 grandchildren...

Jeffrey Mark Oleshak

Jeffrey Mark Oleshak

Nov 11, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jeff Mark Oleshak, 49, of Levittown, PA, on November 11, 2024, at his home.Jeff was a graduate of Conwell-Egan High School in Levittown, PA. He was known for his kind and gentle nature, a man of few words but immense warmth, who touched the lives of all who...

Jonathon M. Benner

Jonathon M. Benner

Nov 10, 2024

 Jonathon Michael Benner, aged 34, of Langhorne, tragically passed away on November 10, 2024. Born on May 15, 1990, Jon was known for his diligent work ethic and dedication, in his professional life as a member of Ironworkers Local 405 and A&A Machinery Moving. As well as his personal pursuits, such as building a dream home for his family, and...

John Wesley Tomlinson, Jr., MD

John Wesley Tomlinson, Jr., MD

2024

Dr. John Wesley Tomlinson, Jr. died at Doylestown Hospital on November 4, 2024 at age 87. He is survived by his wife Joy (Dittmer) Tomlinson and was predeceased by his first wife, Carole Ann (Costello) Tomlinson as well as his mother, Joyce (Mellott) Tomlinson, and his father, J. Wesley Tomlinson Sr.  

John is survived by his children: Jennifer Tomlinson Koontz...

Deborah Falco-Hartman

Deborah Falco-Hartman

Nov 2, 2024

Deborah Falco-Hartman, fondly known as Debby, was born on February 25, 1958, in Philadelphia. She left this world suddenly on November 2, 2024, in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, leaving a legacy of love and warmth that will be cherished by her family and friends.

Debby a proud graduate of Frankford High School, was known for her loving and caring nature. Her personality shone...

Glen Howard Gilbert Jr.

Glen Howard Gilbert Jr.

Oct 28, 2024

Glen "Mayor" Howard Gilbert Jr., born February 28,1959 in Philadelphia, PA, passed away October 28th, 2024, at the age of 65. He was the son of the late Glen Howard Gilbert Sr. and Eleanor Hendrickson. He is survived by his sisters Carol Lindsay and Diane Kresge, his brothers Mark and George, and his many nieces and nephews.

He was an accomplished...

Jeffrey S. Bassett

Jeffrey S. Bassett

Oct 20, 2024

Jeff Bassett, born in Upper Darby, PA, on September 30, 1947, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on October 20, 2024, in Doylestown, PA. 

After graduating high school, Jeff enlisted in the Army. He spent two years serving his country, spending time in Germany fixing aircraft, which he often reminisced about. He later attended night school at Villanova University to earn...

Scott T. Loher

Scott T. Loher

Oct 17, 2024

On October 17, 2024, Scott Thomas Loher, who lived in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, left us to be with the Lord. Scott was born on December 22nd, 1988 and grew up in Trevose, Pennsylvania. He spent his childhood riding quads and bikes. He did BMX, played street hockey, and was a diver for Bensalem High School graduating the year of 2007. He...

Robert R. Yates

Robert R. Yates

Oct 7, 2024

Robert “Bob” R. Yates, 69, of Jamison, PA passed away on October 7, 2024. 

Bob was born in Abington, PA on January 20th, 1955, and grew up in Ivyland, PA for most of his life. He owned his own General Contracting business for over 40 years. 

Bob enjoyed anything outdoors – hunting, fishing, grilling while spending time with friends and family. Two...

Elaine D. Vonder Schmalz

Elaine D. Vonder Schmalz

Sep 30, 2024

Elaine Dorothy Vonder Schmalz, 83, of Warminster, Pennsylvania passed away on September 30th, 2024.

Elaine was born on October 13th, 1940, to John and Dorothy Brennan and grew up in Philadelphia, PA with her late brother Jack Brennan. After graduating from Little Flower High School in 1959, Elaine worked at The Department of State in Philadelphia and soon met the love...

Michael S. Mayo

Michael S. Mayo

Sep 26, 2024

Michael Scott Mayo, 48, of Holland, Bucks County, PA, passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2024 at his residence.



Born in New York City, on Nov. 12, 1975, he was the son of Robert and Margaret “Peg” Wallace Mayo. He graduated from Scarsdale High School, Scarsdale, New York. 



He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1999 from Lycoming College, Williamsport. While...

Dolores E. Paravano

Dolores E. Paravano

Sep 20, 2024

Dolores Elizabeth Paravano passed away on September 20, 2024 at Woodland Creek Memory Care Community, Dresher, PA, at the age of 92. She was the wife of the late Philip C. Paravano Sr. , with whom she shared more than 65 years of marriage.

Born November 11, 1931 in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Polish immigrants Walter and Helen (...

Mary T. Valin

Mary T. Valin

Sep 14, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Valin, who was born on August 4, 1957, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She peacefully passed away on September 14, 2024 at her residence in Fairless Hills, PA.

Mary was the beloved daughter of the late Matthew and Mary (Zakarewski) Wal. She was a devoted mother to her three children, Andrew...

Philip A. Gianni

Philip A. Gianni

Sep 6, 2024

Philip A. Gianni Born on January 22, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA  to the late Anthony and Mary (DeMaio) Gianni. He was married for 58 years to Nancy (Shea) Gianni. They had 3 Children Jean (Jim), Joe (Tricia) and Dawn (Michael) as well as 12 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren so far.

 Phil was the youngest and only remaining survivor of 7...

Sean Burger

Sean Burger

Sep 5, 2024

In Loving Memory of Sean Burger

Our loved ones leave behind a light that will never dim or fade. It’s kept bright by the love we feel and the memories that we made. It can warm us like a candle glow and help bring comfort too. And no matter where you’ll go, it’s always close to you. In the darkest times,...

Robert J. Taft

Robert J. Taft

Sep 1, 2024

Robert John Taft, a.k.a Bobby/Bob, was born on November 1, 1979 and died suddenly on Sunday, September 1, 2024. He is survived by his parents, Bill & Liz, Marta Lee, fiancé , son, Caleb, sisters, Ann (Joe) & Leigh (Brian), step sister Nicole and step brother Marcus (Liz) and 8 nieces and nephews. 

Bobby was an AMAZINGLY brave tree climber with...

Christopher A. Ottinger

Christopher A. Ottinger

Aug 28, 2024

On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, in his home in Penndel, our brother Christopher A. Ottinger went to be with his Lord.  He was born on September 3,1961 in Bristol, PA. He will be missed by his immediate family; 2 stepdaughters, Jamie (Paul) Aita, and Jennifer (Truong) Nguyen and five grandchildren.

Chris loved to camp, fish and had a special gift to...

Nicholas Lonesky

Nicholas Lonesky

Aug 15, 2024

Retired USAF Staff Sgt. Nicholas (Nick) Lonesky passed away Thursday August 15th, 2024 in Abington Hospital, peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born June 29th,1936 in Blandburg, Pa to the late Nicholas Lonesky and Mary Zayoc Lonesky. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Frank, Theresa, Anna, Mary, Walter, Joseph, Charles, Michael, John, Katherine, Rose, Helen, Christinia; and...

Lori A. Webb

Lori A. Webb

Aug 8, 2024

Lori A. Webb, age 65 of Chalfont, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2024, at her home with family by her side.

Lori was born on June 11, 1959, in Glen Ridge, NJ. She was the beloved wife of David Webb for 45 years. Daughter of the late Edwin Jeffreys (Kathleen), she is survived by her mother Adrienne Lawson; children Michael...

William A. Renner, Sr.

William A. Renner, Sr.

Aug 6, 2024

William “Bill” A. Renner Sr, 86, of Sellersville Pa, passed away on August 6, 2024. 

Born on October 27, 1937, in Applebachsville Pa, he was the son of the late John Harvey Renner Sr and the late Mabel (Shoffner) Renner. 

Bill enjoyed the outdoors and could often be found working on his old Chevy truck.

He is survived by his former wife, Dorothy...

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