OBITUARIES

Raymond B. Reinl, Esquire

Raymond B. Reinl, Esquire

Feb 17, 2025

Raymond B. Reinl, 96, of Furlong, PA passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by family on February 17, 2025.

Ray was born in Philadelphia, PA to Benedict and Anna Reinl in 1928.

 In 1949, he received his undergraduate degree from LaSalle University. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1954. He practiced law in the Philadelphia area until...

Ethel M. Woolslayer

Ethel M. Woolslayer

Feb 7, 2025

      Ethel Mae Woolslayer (Kennedy) was born in Upper Darby to the late Sameul and Ethel May Kennedy. She passed away peacefully in her home on February 7, 2025.       She is survived by her husband of 59 years, James Woolslayer, and her four children: Jean Kessling (Erich), Sandy Detweiler (Joe), Robert Woolslayer, (Jennifer) and Beth...

Elizabeth Ann Adelhelm

Elizabeth Ann Adelhelm

Feb 1, 2025

Elizabeth A. Adelhelm, a devoted homemaker and loving mother, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, at the age of 92. Born on November 4, 1932, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Elizabeth graced the lives of those around her with her kindness and selflessness throughout her remarkable journey.

A proud graduate of Nutley High School, class of 1950,...

Lola J. Fuller

Lola J. Fuller

Jan 30, 2025

Lola Jean (Tanner) Fuller, 96, passed away on Thursday, January 30, at Wesley Enhanced Living in Doylestown. She was the loving wife of William “Bill” Fuller. They recently celebrated their 76th wedding anniversary on December 26. Bill’s care and devotion to his “bride” during their 13+ years at Wesley was a shining example of the selfless love that they had...

Emily M. Lacher

Emily M. Lacher

Jan 28, 2025

Emily M. Lacher, affectionately known as "Teeny," a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2025, at the age of 91. She was born on November 24, 1933, and spent a significant portion of her life dedicated to both her family and her career.

Teeny’s professional journey was marked by her time as a secretary for the...

Cleta Szoke

Cleta Szoke

Jan 19, 2025

Cleta Kay Szoke (née Jones), born on the Albright Family Farm in Brodhead, Kentucky, passed away peacefully January 19, 2025, in Doylestown, PA. She was 86 and the daughter of the late Chester Arthur and Gladys Albright Jones. Cleta spent her early years in Nashville, Tennessee, attending Dan Mills Elementary and graduating from Isaac Litton High School in 1956. She pursued...

Nicholas G. Shaw

Nicholas G. Shaw

Jan 17, 2025

Nicholas George Shaw, 80 of Point Pleasant, PA passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025 at The Birches at Newtown after a six-month battle with Fungal Meningitis.

Nick was born in West Chester, PA and lived on the same road in Point Pleasant, PA for 80 years. He was a 1962 graduate of Central Bucks High School and was on the...

Lowell M. Howard

Lowell M. Howard

Jan 10, 2025

Lowell M. Howard, affectionately known as Mark, brought joy and laughter to everyone who knew him. Born on October 13, 1940, in Silver Creek, NY, he led a life full of passion, adventure, and, of course, a great sense of humor. Mark passed away on January 10, 2025, in Doylestown, PA, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness.

Mark's professional...

Paul R. "Pops" Northrop

Paul R. "Pops" Northrop

Jan 9, 2025

Paul R. Northrop “Pops” of Doylestown, PA, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, January 9, 2025. 

His legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched across various communities, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Paul was a master storyteller, sharing the many experiences of his remarkable life with those around him. His...

Elaine M. Merritt

Elaine M. Merritt

Jan 7, 2025

Elaine Janet Michal Merritt passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, in Doylestown, PA, where she had been a longtime resident. Elaine was predeceased by her beloved husband, Weston Davis Merritt.

Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late William Charles Michal and Helen Herman Michal. 

She is survived by her three children: Weston Michal Merritt (Martha), Melissa...

Robert D. Amerman

Robert D. Amerman

Jan 3, 2025

Robert D.”Bob” Amerman , 74, of Doylestown, PA died peacefully surrounded by family on January 3, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer. He was the devoted husband for 52 years of Michele (Katzin) Amerman.

Born in Philadelphia to the late Elmer and Jennie (McCormick) Amerman, Bob graduated from North Catholic High School and LaSalle University.

Bob was a certified public accountant...

Bruce W. Love

Bruce W. Love

Dec 30, 2024

Bruce Wayne Love, 62, of Pipersville, PA, passed away at home on Monday, December 30, 2024 after a year’s struggle with cancer.

Born in Abington, PA, he was the son of the late James L. and Betty V. (Durrwachter) Love. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer A. (Lewis) Love; sons: Patrick J. Love of Littleton, CO and Michael A. Love...

Kendall Wilson Foster

Kendall Wilson Foster

Dec 29, 2024

Kendall Wilson Foster

 

Kendall Wilson "Ken" Foster, born December 13, 1939, in Huntington, Pennsylvania, and raised in Emsworth, PA, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, at Doylestown Hospital in Doylestown, PA , after a short illness. He and his beloved wife were longtime residents of Chalfont, PA, where they raised their family over the course of 50 years. Ken was...

Reoloff "Junior" S. Rice, Jr.

Reoloff "Junior" S. Rice, Jr.

Dec 26, 2024

Reoloff “Junior” S. Rice, Jr., a life-long resident of Solebury Township died peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 26, 2024. He was 79 and the husband for 44 years of Patricia (McEntyre) Rice.

Born on September 15, 1945 in Abington, he was the son of the late Reoloff S. and Laura B. Vasey, and brother of Abigail Riopel.

In addition to...

Paul P. Brady, Sr.

Paul P. Brady, Sr.

Dec 21, 2024

Paul P. Brady, age 92, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 21, 2024.  

The son of the late Leo P. and Sophie (nee Kita), husband of the late Mary M. Brady (nee Czapor), father to the late Paul P. Jr (Sharon), the late Daniel D. and surviving son Stephen S. (Karen). Paul is also survived by...

Alma S. Bannett

Alma S. Bannett

Dec 21, 2024

Alma Salentandre Labastida Bannett, born and raised in Maasin, Southern Leyte, Philippines, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 21, 2024, after a long battle with metastatic breast cancer. She was 81 years old.

In 1967, at 24 years old, Alma bravely journeyed on her own to the United States, arriving in Philadelphia, PA. In 1968, she met her husband,...

Joseph D. Witt

Joseph D. Witt

Dec 18, 2024

 Joseph D. Witt of Doylestown passed away December 18, 2024 he was 90 and the husband for 35 years of the late Elizabeth Witt. 

Born in Doylestown, he was the son of the late Mary Sobelewski and Harry Witt. 

Joseph worked as a carpenter before getting his master’s in teaching. He then taught carpentry at Middle Bucks Technical School. 

He is survived by...

Werner K. Margenau

Werner K. Margenau

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...

Mary Lee Rothwell Corr

Mary Lee Rothwell Corr

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...

Thomas McKean Thomas

Thomas McKean Thomas

Dec 11, 2024

Thomas McKean Thomas died peacefully on December 11, 2024 of complications related to Alzheimer’s. He was 83 years old.

Tom Thomas was born on September 7, 1941 in Mendham, NJ, and moved to Bucks County in 1965 with his wife, Patricia Thomas. Tom and Patti met at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. Tom was acting in “Three Penny Opera” and Patti...

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