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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...

Richard John Adams, Jr.

Richard John Adams, Jr.

Jul 31, 2024

Richard J. Adams, Jr., 64, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at his home after a long battle with cancer. Born in Bristol, PA, he was a resident of Levittown, PA. Rich was a member of the Ironworker’s Union and was employed by Grossi for many years up until his retirement. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard...

Jocelyn L. Esposito

Jocelyn L. Esposito

Jul 17, 2024

Esposito, Jocelyn (Joy) passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024. She was 86. Born in Philadelphia to Anthony and Frances Lisa, she was a loving and dedicated matriarch of her family. In addition to her Mother and Father, Joy was preceded in her passing by her Husband, Pasqual Esposito and her Sisters, Angela Deutsch and Kathleen Galik. Joy is survived by...

Jack D. Seibert

Jack D. Seibert

Jul 12, 2024

Jack D. Seibert, 92 of Bucks County, PA passed away peacefully on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Doylestown Hospital. Born in Christopher, IL, he was the son of the late Jesse and Opal (Green) Seibert. He was the brother of the late Richard Seibert (Gladys), the late Audrey Seibert Keiger (Lowell) and the late Harry Seibert (Joy).

Jack went to school...

Graham P. Bottrel

Graham P. Bottrel

Jul 10, 2024

Graham P. Bottrel, age 77, passed peacefully Wednesday, July 10th 2024, at Langhorne Gardens.

Born in St. Helier, Isle of Jersey, UK, he was the son of the late Louis and Lillian (Renouf) Bottrel. He was a resident of Yardley, Pa before moving to Levittown, Pa in 2005.As a young man, he was formerly employed by Breyers Optical. He then went...

Walter A. Wood

Walter A. Wood

Jul 5, 2024

Walter (Woody) A Wood, 67, of Green Lane, passed away on July 5, 2024, in Grandview Hospital.

Born in Norristown on April 21, 1957, Woody was the first son of the late Walter and Margaret Wood (Hurley).

Woody worked as a Lead Park Ranger for Montgomery County at the Norristown Farm Park where he was a leader and mentor. He enjoyed cooking,...

William V. Applegate, Jr.

William V. Applegate, Jr.

Jul 1, 2024

William Vail Applegate Jr. (“Bill”)

December 1, 1936 - July 1, 2024

William Vail Applegate Jr., affectionately known as Bill, passed away on July 1, 2024. Born on December 1, 1936, Bill was a beloved uncle and friend to many.

Bill is survived by his nieces and nephews: Heather Applegate Leventry, John Richard Applegate Jr., Courtney Applegate, Desire Ukstins, Cristine Manley, William “Billy"...

Dale H. Greene

Dale H. Greene

Jun 26, 2024

Dale H. Greene,85 of Telford, Pa passed away on June 26,2024 at Bella Terrace Nursing Home in Quakertown, Pa.

He was the loving husband of Donna J Greene for 43 years. Dale was born in Palmerton, PA to the late Wilbur and Grace Greene. He graduated from Palmerton High School Class of 1957. He loved spending time with his family and...

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