OBITUARIES

Dec 16, 2024

Werner K.Margenau, V.M.D., passed away Monday, December 16, 2024. He was 83 years old and a loving husband for 58 years of Joyce Margenau. 

Born in Springfield, Massachusetts he was the son of the late Frederick and Elizabeth Margenau.

Werner was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, West Haven Conneticut, class of 1958. He received a Bachelor of Science from University...

Dec 12, 2024

Mary Lee Rothwell Corr, of Doylestown, PA, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her four children on December 12, 2024. 

Mary Lee shared 52 years of marriage with her late husband Martin J. “Mert” Corr, a partnership marked with laughter and creativity. Their faith was inspiring and their generosity limitless. Their doors in Doylestown and “The White House” in...

Dec 8, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jenny L. Zliceski, a beacon of kindness, selflessness, and unwavering generosity. Born on March 12, 1978, in the loving embrace of Doylestown, Pennsylvania, Jenny’s journey through life was marked by laughter, boundless compassion, and a fierce dedication to her family and community.

Jenny fought valiantly against breast cancer for seven...

Dec 7, 2024

Janet I. Punzak of Doylestown passed away on December 7, 2024.

A native of Philadelphia, PA, Janet was born in Delaware County, November 2, 1932 to her parents, Justin McCarthy and Florence (Larsen, McCarthy, Gillessen) Reed. Janet attended elementary and high school in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. Later in her life, she graduated with an Associate degree in Arts &...

Dec 5, 2024

Jack Shaw of Chalfont, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024 with his loving children by his side. Jack was born on January 6, 1925 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of Alfred and Rose (Samuels) Shaw.  Jack enlisted in the US Navy on July 1943 and served as a sonarman for the 7th Fleet until Honorably Discharged in March...

Nov 23, 2024

Julie Zummo Donahue, beloved wife of David Donahue for nearly 59 years, passed away peacefully at Neshaminy Manor on November 23, 2024.

Julie was the mother of Marybeth (Michael) Connelly, Karen (Justin) Psaila, Megan (David) Ulmer, Timothy (Katherine) Donahue; and grandmother of Brian, Andrew, Julie Connelly; Jessica, Sarah, Madalyn Psaila; Lauren, Jacob, Bridget Ulmer; Colleen, Maura, Kevin Donahue.

Julie’s beautiful smile...

Nov 7, 2024

William Gordon Allin, of Doylestown, PA known affectionately as Bill, passed away on November 7, 2024, at the age of 88. Born in Bristol, Virginia, Bill's life was characterized by his boundless optimism and a deep commitment to his family. He often expressed a hope to reach 101 years, a testament to his zest for life.

In 1972, Bill married Judith...

Nov 4, 2024

Geraidine M Brauer of Jamison, PA passed away on November 4, 2024, at home at the age of 98.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late John J Ward and Mary Murray Ward.

In 1946 she married the love of her life George Washington Brauer Jr.

Together they went on to raise ten children. In addition to raising the children...

Nov 4, 2024

Joan Heinzmann, 92, lately of Jamison PA, died peacefully on Monday, November 4th, 2024. Born in West New York, NJ, she lived in Washington Township (Bergen County) for 31 years before moving to Toms River, Warrington, and finally Jamison.

Joan was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Stephen Heinzmann in 2009. She is survived by two daughters, Stephanie and husband...

Nov 2, 2024

Jack Harrison Venner, age 99, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 2, 2024, at his residence at The Birches of Newtown, PA. Son of the late John H and Florence W Venner; husband of late Mary Lewis Venner who passed away in 2020 and brother of the late Earl Venner. 

Jack was born On September 3, 1925, in Newark...

Nov 1, 2024

Patricia Helen Herstine (née Weiler), of Buckingham, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 27, 1938 in Philadelphia, Pa., she was the dearly loved daughter of the late Charles John Weiler and Helen Smith Weiler, and the beloved wife of the late Stanley E. Herstine. She was a graduate of St. Hubert...

Oct 31, 2024

Edward George Bentz, affectionately known as Eddie, was born on August 15, 1927, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He left us peacefully on October 31, 2024, at Presbyterian Senior Living in Doylestown Pennsylvania, leaving behind a legacy that will undoubtedly resonate within the hearts of his loved ones and all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Eddie, a devoted family man, survived...

Oct 26, 2024

Gabriel Blanco passed away on October 26, 2024. He was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Peggy Blanco. He is survived by his children and their spouses Christina Blanco and Steven Rickards, and Theresa Blanco and Glenn Pritchard. He had five grandchildren and their partners: Clara Ottey and Riley Zapfel; Luke Ottey; Matthew Rickards and Kaitlyn Blankenhorn; Caroline Pritchard...

Oct 19, 2024

Helen E. Jones, 81, a resident of New Hope, PA for the past 54 years was granted her angel wings on October 19,2024. She was the beloved wife of David E. Jones for 63 yeas.Born in Philadelphia, PA.

Helen was the daughter of the late Clarence M. Kepler and the late Dorothy May Thompson.  Helen graduated from Central Bucks High School...

Oct 19, 2024

Val Phillip Farny, age 80, of Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024 peacefully at his home.

Born in Colorado, Val was the son of the late Valentine P. Farny and Evelin M. Large.

A devoted family man, Val is survived by his beloved daughters, stepdaughters, stepson and cherished grandchildren, as well...

Oct 18, 2024

Richard Douglas Stephenson, of Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, died on October 18, 2024. He was 93.

The son of the late Elizabeth Eleanor Orr and Frank Beswick Stephenson, both of Philadelphia.

Dick was born in New York City, New York, where he lived until he finished sixth grade and the family moved to a small farm...

Oct 14, 2024

Laurence C. “Larry” Glass went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2024 at the Pine Run Health Center in Doylestown, PA. He was 95 years old. 

Larry was born in Bryn Mawr, PA to the late Salome and Laurence C. Glass Sr. He was predeceased by 2nd cousin Margaret Tredick, half-sister Annabel (Rod) Markley, brother-in-law Al Bodenhorn, sister-in-law Ginny...

Oct 12, 2024

Stephen F. Naglak, age 95, a resident of Langhorne, PA died on October 12, 2024, at his home, with his family by his side. He was the devoted husband of the late Delores Naglak.

Born in Olyphant, PA, Steve was the son of the late Stephen and Apolonia Kwiatek Naglak.

Steve was vice-president of a...

Oct 9, 2024

Frederick R. Krauter, a lifelong resident of Doylestown, PA and most recently a resident of Neshaminy Manor in Warrington, PA died on October 9, 2024. He was 72 years old.

Born in Doylestown, PA, he was the son of the late William O. and Emma T. Beans Krauter.

Fred was part of the Central Bucks...

Oct 9, 2024

Albert Stead departed earth to be with his Lord and Savior on October 9, 2024.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service at 11 a.m, Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Reed and Steinbach Funeral Home, 2335 Lower State Road, Doylestown. Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Interment will be held...