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George W. Rudolph - June 18, 1942 - May 06, 2024

Departed: 05/06/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: George W. Rudolph a former longtime resident of Southampton passed away on Monday May 6, 2024 at his home in Jamison. George was 81 years old.

Born in Philadelphia, George was the son of the late George W. and Esther (Nee Gruel) Rudolph. George was the beloved husband of the late Cora Ann Rudolph. Together the couple shared 54 ½ years of marriage. George was a dedicated volunteer firefighter for Southampton Fire Company for 29 years followed by Warwick Fire Company for 28 years.

George is survived by his children George W. Rudolph (Susanne), Earl H. Rudolph (Denise M. Ferenchick) and Sandra L. Selisker (Scott). He is also survived by his grandchildren James, Joshua, Matthew, Jessica and Lauren. George was preceded in death by his wife Cora Ann and his grandson Jacob.

Services for George will be held privately with interment in Whitemarsh Memorial Park.

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Betty V. Love - April 01, 1933 - May 05, 2024

Departed: 05/05/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Betty V. Love of Warrington, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 5, 2024.

She had been a resident of Warrington for 69 years and was the beloved wife of James L. Love who passed away in 2012.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late George and Edna Durrwachter.

She is survived by her children, James D. Love, Bruce W. Love (Jennifer) and Cheryl L. Love, her two grandsons, Patrick and Michael Love and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Nancy. She is also survived by her sister, Edna Mae Ashcroft.

Betty was raised in Feasterville, PA and graduated from Lower Moreland. She then graduated in 1955 from Philadelphia Bible Institute, having attended evening classes. She moved to Warrington when she married in December 1955. Betty had a love for teaching children about Jesus. In the early 1960’s she held Good News Bible clubs in her home, where she taught many neighborhood children the stories of the Bible. She was also a faithful Sunday School teacher for over 30 years. Betty, along with her husband Jim, were the owners of Paul Valley Farm Market on Route 611 in Warrington for many years. After retirement, Betty and her husband enjoyed traveling across the country to many places in their RV. In her spare time, Betty loved flower beds, spending time with family and listening to Southern Gospel music (specifically any related to Gaither Music)

Betty’s funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Davisville Church, 325 Street Rd., Southampton, PA 18966. Her family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until the time of the service. Interment will follow at Whitemarsh Memorial Park. Memorial contributions made be made to Child Evangelism Fellowship. Child Evangelism Fellowship of Bucks County, PO Box 437, Souderton PA 18964 or www.bucksmontcef.com

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Timothy M. Patrick - March 18, 1961 - May 03, 2024

Departed: 05/03/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Timothy M. Patrick of Doylestown, passed away at Doylestown Hospital on Friday May 3, 2024 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Tim was 63 years old.

Tim was the loving husband of Lynne A. (McLain) Patrick. The couple had shared 12 years of marriage.

Born in Indianapolis, IN, he was the son of the late Thomas Daniel and Elizabeth Ann (Padgett) Patrick.

Tim was a graduate of Henderson High School, West Chester, PA Class of 1979. Prior to Henderson High School, Tim attended Framingham North High School in Framingham MA for 2 years.

Tim had worked as an Accountant for PBF Energy since 2012. The majority of Tim's career was spent with Sunoco, where he began at age 18.

Tim enjoyed beach vacations, family trips, following his favorite teams, the Patriots, Flyers and Red Sox and homemade chocolate chip cookies.

He is most proud of his children and grandchildren and he will be remembered most for his love of family.

In addition to his wife Lynne, Tim is survived by his daughters; Felicity Patrick (Hannah), Kimberly Dotson (Bobby), and Shannon Inen (Gary). Tim was the brother of Lisa Keefe (Jim), Rita Patrick, Jennifer Schneider (Shawn), James Patrick (MaryEllen), and Michael Patrick (Kymberly). He was the grandfather of Caitlin, Luna, Flynn, Brystol, McKinley and Liam. Tim also is survived by his mother-in-law Eleanor McLain; his brother and sister-in-law Michael McLain, Cindy Canova (Tom), and many nieces and nephews.

Tim’s Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday May 10, 2024 at the Shelly Funeral Home 1460 Easton Rd. Warrington, PA. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until the time of Service.

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Carole M. Murphy - August 24, 1944 - May 01, 2024

Departed: 05/01/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Carole Murphy (née Moross) of Warrington, PA passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. She was 79 years old.

Born in Philadelphia on August 24, 1944, she was the daughter of Samuel (“Sonny”) and Marcella Moross. She had a Catholic upbringing as a member of St. Raymond’s parish and was an honor student at Bishop McDevitt High School. After graduation, she became secretary to the president of E.J. Lavino & Co., a prominent Philadelphia shipping company.

In 1965, she married her high school sweetheart, David Murphy, with whom she created a family and a lasting bond of 59 years. With the birth of their children, Nicole and David, she dedicated her life to motherhood and family stability enjoying simple pleasures like cooking and gardening.

In her early thirties, she took advantage of the telecommunications boom and began working as a systems trainer for Executone. She recruited her friends and they all worked and advanced through several corporate mergers. By the time she retired at the age of 58, she had been a systems engineer for Siemens-IBM and finally a consultant for clients like GlaxoSmithKline. She prided herself on her professional success despite her lack of a college degree. She inherently knew how to navigate the business world with grace and poise.

In retirement, she and Dave traveled the world, were snowbirds in the winter, and spent generous amounts of time visiting and supporting their two grandchildren, Conor and Celia, both of whom she affectionately called “darling”. Together Carole and Dave made the most of 30 summers in their dream home in Ocean City, New Jersey with their dear friends and family. She was a shining example of a life well-lived and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Carole is survived by her husband Dave; her two children Nicole Boudart (Jim) of Macungie, PA and David Murphy (Robert) of Doylestown, PA; her two grandchildren Conor Boudart (Maren) of Baltimore, MD and Celia Boudart of Philadelphia, PA; her three sisters (Peggy, Marcy and Debbie) and many loving nieces and nephews.

A visitation with the family will be held at Shelly Funeral Home, Warrington, PA, on Monday, May 13, 2024, from 5:00-7:00 PM.

A second visitation will be held at St. Robert Bellarmine in Warrington, PA on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, from 10:00-11:00 AM with the funeral mass immediately following at 11:00 AM.

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Doris Hoplamazian - Unknown - April 27, 2024

Departed: 04/27/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Doris Hoplamazian of Southampton, Pa passed away on Saturday, April 27th 2024 surrounded by her family.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Simon and Mamie (Kerbeck) Alexanian. Doris was a graduate of Germantown High School in Philadelphia. She began studying and performing as a soprano soloist at the age of 8. Throughout her career as a soloist, she performed in many local dinner theaters, recitals and as a church soprano soloist for over 40 years, spending more than 20 years at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Huntingdon Valley. Her strong devotion to her faith was unshakable and nothing gave her greater pleasure than singing to the Lord.

Doris’s repertoire consisted of operatic, classical, spiritual, show tunes, standards and jazz. Most recently being the leader and soloist of a jazz swing band performing throughout the Delaware Valley.

In her free time, Doris enjoyed teaching children piano and voice, sharing with them the beauty of music. She was also an accomplished cook and baker and had served many specialty & gourmet food shoppes around the Philadelphia area with her baked goods.

She will be remembered as a strong, confident & spiritual woman. She was fearless & protective of her children with unwavering love and support.

Doris is survived by her devoted and loving children, Donna (Trivan) Milanovich, Craig Hoplamazian, Cherie (Hoplamazian) Baker & her granddaughter, Monica Milanovich.

The family will hold services and interment privately at Arlington Cemetery in Drexel Hill. To send condolences to the family, please visit the funeral home website below. Shelly Funeral Home, Warrington,

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Kenneth T. Wilson - July 21, 1953 - April 24, 2024

Departed: 04/24/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth "Ken" Wilson, a resident of Warrington, PA, passed away on Wednesday, April 24 after a long struggle with cancer. He was 70 years old.

He was born in Asmara, Ethiopia to the late Robert and Louise Wilson. He grew up in Oakmont, PA, and attended Slippery Rock University.

Before attending university, he served in the US Army and was honorably discharged. After he completed college, he worked as a software project manager for many years until his retirement in 2020.

Ken LOVED golf and was a great player. He was always very proud of his grandfather, Emil Loeffler, who was a professional golfer and a superintendent at the Oakmont Country Club; and passed his love of golf to his grandson. Growing up, he liked theater and school plays, and he and his wife, Tanya, enjoyed going to musicals and Broadway shows.

Ken was a great chef and really enjoyed preparing gourmet meals. He also enjoyed Facebook, especially posting his trademark pictures of his fun socks and footwear.

He is survived by his loving wife Tanya, his sister Lesley Wilson VanGoetham (Kevin), his children Bryan Wilson (Amber), Lienna Wilson, Amber Wilson, grandchildren, extended family and his two precious cats.

The funeral and memorial service will be private.

To send condolences to the family, please visit the funeral home website below. Shelly Funeral Home, Warrington www.shellyfuneralhomes.com

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Ernest Francis Gash - October 18, 1935 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: 10/18/1935 – 4/18/2024

Ernest Francis Gash, 88, of Doylestown, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on April 18, 2024. Ernie was a Teacher and Athletic Director for Central Bucks East High School, where he enjoyed investing in the lives of countless students. In addition to teaching political science and coaching the Central Bucks East swim team, he was a high school track and field official for 50 years. In 2021, he was inducted into

the Pennsylvania High School Track & Field Hall of Fame. Ernie graduated from La Salle College and was an avid Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies fan. Upon retiring from Central Bucks East High School, he continued to attend numerous high school sporting events. He was a lifetime fan of high school sports, and so enjoyed seeing teenagers develop their character

through both academics and sports.

Ernie was predeceased by his parents Harvey and Eleanor, his brother William and his sister Betty Lou. He is survived by his brother Thomas (wife Sandy) and sister-in-law Helen; his ex-wife Faye; his sons Scott (wife Nicole) and David (wife Hollie) and Brian; and his three beloved grandchildren Morgan, Skylar and Finnian. His family will be forever grateful of the MANY ways he supported and encouraged each of

them. He faithfully attended Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, and gave back to the Community in numerous ways – including mentoring individuals through the AA program. Ernie loved to swim and provide swim lessons to people of all ages. He was truly gifted in teaching others how to swim, no matter how afraid

of the water they might be. Ernie’s love for the water extended to sail boating, fishing, body surfing the waves at the beach and kayaking. While on land, he loved to split wood, enjoy nature, play chess, and cherished his trips to hang out with the Sparks family. He had a wonderful sense of humor that came quickly, and often unexpectedly. Ernie has a strong faith in God and will be doing all of these things, and so much more, in

Heaven.

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Meg Sokorai - November 27, 1959 - April 15, 2024

Departed: 04/15/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Meg Sokorai (Mengel), of Philadelphia formerly of Southampton. Meg passed away on April 15, 2024 in Stuart, Florida. Meg was 64 years old. She was the beloved wife of Michael Sokorai. They had shared 23 years of marriage and a total of 40 years together.

Born in Doylestown, Pa. on November28, 1959, Meg was the daughter of the late F. Richard (Dick) and Nancy (Awckland) Mengel Sr.

Meg grew up in Southampton PA. She attended Villa Joseph Marie High School. She recently retired from a long career in accounting in various industries and companies.

In her free time, Meg enjoyed spending time with her husband, family and friends. She loved gardening, reading, swimming and her cats. She will be remembered for her free spirit and whimsical approach to life. Meg was a literal ray of sunshine on a rainy day. She will be deeply missed.

Meg was the sister of Carol Smith (Frank), Marie MacKenzie, and James “Jamie” Mengel, and the late F. Richard (Rick) Mengel, Jr. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends after 10am. A Celebration of Meg’s life will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday May 15, 2024. All events will be held at the Shelly Funeral Home 1460 Easton Road Warrington.

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Robert J. Lawler - March 05, 1966 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Robert J. Lawler, IV. of Ivyland PA, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle. Bob was 58 years old.

Bob was the loving husband of Kathleen (Flannery) Lawler. The couple had shared 36 years of marriage.

Born in Meadowbrook, PA he was the son of Rita (McElwee) and the late Robert J. Lawler.

Bob was a graduate of Archbishop Wood High School, Class of 1984 and attended Rochester Institute of Technology, where he was the treasurer of his fraternity, TKE.

Bob was co-owner of Graphic Communications, Inc., a family printing company started by his father 50 years ago.

Bob was a devoted father to his daughters. He volunteered many years as their Softball Coach and had served as Vice President of the Warminster Softball Association. The girls attended Nativity of Our Lord School in Warminster, where Bob was the "Nativity Tiger” mascot. Bob enjoyed reading, and smoking a nice cigar along with an Old Fashioned.

He was a proud member of the AAOOBBR Motorcycle Club and enjoyed weekly gatherings with friends for pool and cornhole.

Bob will be deeply missed by his wife, Kathleen; and his daughters, Elizabeth (Jessica Westbrook) and Kaitlin Lawler. He was also survived by his siblings Loretta Andrews (Michael), Rita Wolotkiewicz, Elaine Kear (the late Gregory), John and Timothy Lawler. He was the son-in-law of Dorothea and the late Francis Flannery, brother-in-law of Michael Flannery. His big heart and contagious laugh will be missed by many friends and relatives.

Bob’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00am on Tuesday April 23, 2024 at St. Cyril of Jerusalem Church 1410 Almshouse Rd. Jamison, PA. The family will receive friends on Monday April 22, 2024 from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Shelly Funeral Home 1460 Easton Rd. Warrington, PA. There will be no visitation on Tuesday prior to Mass.

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Harvey M. Goldstein - June 06, 1937 - April 12, 2024

Departed: 04/12/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Harvey Goldstein died quietly at home on the evening of April 12, 2024. He was born in Pittsburgh on June 20, 1937, the oldest of three sons, and lived there until he left for St. John’s College in Annapolis, MD. Its program had no elective courses, and, in tutorials and seminars, students studied four years of math, science, languages, and the great books of the Western world. This spoke to his deep intellectual curiosity and, he said, changed his life. He stayed connected with the college as president of the Alumni Association and 12 year member of its Board of Visitors and Governors. Upon graduation, he went to Yale Law School not sure he would practice law until he participated in a mock trial and knew then that he would be a trial lawyer. Drafted into the army after law school, he was assigned, as a very junior officer.to the Army General Staff at the Pentagon. During this time, he married his first wife and had two daughters, Anne Pielage and Lee Katherine Goldstein. In 1967 he began to practice law as an associate and then as partner in two law firms in Miami. In 1972 he went out on his own and created what became the Goldstein Professional Association with his bother Phillip and his second wife. His other brother, Thomas, is also a lawyer, The firm did primarily plaintiff’s trial work, and Harvey took cases that other lawyers would not. He won many of them, sometimes having laws created as a result and sometimes breaking records. He retired and disbanded the firm in 1988 to move to New York and marry his college sweetheart, Mary, a professor in the City University of New York and mother of Emily O’Connor. While studying photography and silk screening in New York, he traveled the world with Mary and after five years moved to an old stone farmhouse in Bucks County, PA, where they lived for 30 years. A year after Harvey was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, from which he had remission for 14 months, they moved to independent living in a Quaker continuing care community. Harvey died five months after settling into his new home. Donations can be made in his name to St. John’s College, 60 College Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401.

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Cline M. Propst - July 27, 1941 - April 11, 2024

Departed: 04/11/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Cline M. Propst, Jr., of Warwick Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was 82. Cline was the loving husband of Anne McKechan Propst. The couple would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary this year.

Born in Dover Plains, NY, he was the only child of the late Cline M. Propst and Anna Perrault Propst. Cline attended The State University of New York at Delhi, where he received his AAS degree in Business Administration and Accounting. He worked for IBM for over 30 years, holding several positions in finance, operations, and event planning. After retiring from IBM, Cline applied his strong business skills to help small companies with their bookkeeping needs. Cline was a huge NY Giants football fan, never missing a game on TV and attending many in person. He also enjoyed other activities including golf, running, bicycling and his lifelong pursuit of the “picture perfect martini!” Cline also loved visiting the UK with his wife Anne, who is Scottish, and especially enjoyed his time in London, St. Albans, Luton, the West Midlands and Dorset. He loved Scotland and spending time in Edinburgh, Largs, Millport and Ardrossan Ayrshire. He had a jolly good time stopping into the local pubs for a pint!

Cline will be deeply missed by his wife, Anne and his children and stepchildren, including Brooke Metro (Jim Garvey), Jennifer Kenny, Susan Bauer (Chris); Scott Metro (Diana); 9 grandchildren, Ryan, Kathryn, Michael, Griffin, Peyton, Amanda, Cameron, Greyson, Lily; and many friends and relatives.

Services for Cline will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

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Waldemar Neumann - November 16, 1934 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Waldemar Neumann, of Warrington, passed away surrounded by his family at Neshaminy Manor Nursing Home on Monday April 8, 2024. He was 89.

Waldemar was the loving husband of the late Emily Jane Neumann.

Born in Tarutino, Germany, he was a son of the late Joseph and Adele Neumann.

Waldemar immigrated to the United States with his family in 1952.

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army in 1957.

After being honorably discharged from the Army, Waldemar worked as an auto and truck mechanic.

In his free time, he enjoyed Soccer. Waldemar will be deeply missed by his son, Walter Neumann (Barbara); two grandchildren, Andrew Neumann (Elisabeth), Ashley Davis (Andrew); 3 great grandchildren, Drew, Oliver, Lilah; his brother, Werner Neumann (Pat); and his sister, Gerda Donnelly

In addition to his wife and parents, Waldemar was preceded in death by his daughter, Barbara Neumann; and a sister, Erica Hunter.

Services for Waldemar will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

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Janet A.G. Stephenson - February 05, 1933 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Janet Alice Gingerich Stephenson, of Cheviot, Ohio, formerly of Chalfont, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024 at her daughter’s residence in Orient, Ohio. She was 91. Janet was the loving wife of the late James Whitmore Stephenson, of Cincinnati, Ohio, formerly of Chalfont, Pennsylvania, who passed away January 15th, 2018

Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Mayor of Cheviot, Edward Christian and Dorothy Moffett Gingerich.

Janet graduated from the University of Cincinnati, where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Education. She also performed Masters level work at the University of Washington in Seattle. She was employed as a teacher and social worker for many years prior to her retirement from the Social Security Administration.

In her free time, Janet enjoyed her children, grandchildren, & great grandchildren.

Janet will be deeply missed by her children, James E. Stephenson, Mark W. Stephenson (Debra), David E. Stephenson (Cindy), Lynne M. Lambert (Corky), Laura A. DiDonato (Anthony); 9 grandchildren, Michelle, Jessica, Amanda, Amelia, Mark II, Gina, Lea, Charles, Madison; and 5 great grandchildren, Tiffany, Drake, Keaton, Aria & Charlotte.

Graveside services for Janet will be held privately at the convenience of the family at Washington Crossing National Cemetery.

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Helen Louise Plant - November 23, 1925 - April 06, 2024

Departed: 04/06/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Helen Louise Plant, passed away peacefully in her sleep in the home of her daughter and son-in-law in Hatboro, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, April 6, 2024.

Helen Louise was born and raised in Wabash, IN, with her 2 brothers, 3 sisters, and parents Charles and Iva Sucher.

Helen is survived by: 3 daughters: Leslie, Carol, & Jennifer; and 1 son: Ken; as well as 5 grandsons; 6 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. A private family memorial service will be held at a future date to celebrate her long life of 98 years and her heavenly home-going. Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life, whoever believes in Me will live even if they die.”

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Hon. R. Barry McAndrews - January 12, 1933 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Hon. R. Barry McAndrews, of Doylestown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024, surrounded by his children. He was 91.

Barry was the devoted husband of the late Elizabeth Ann McAndrews, and loving father to five children.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Robert Barry McAndrews, Sr. and Mary Anne McAndrews. Barry grew up in the West Oak Lane section of Philadelphia, attended St. Athanasius Parish grade school, graduated from LaSalle College High School (1950), LaSalle University, (1954), he received his Juris Doctorate from Villanova University School of Law (1957). Upon graduation from Law School, he received rank of Captain in the U.S. Marine Corps (1957-1962) stationed in Hawaii with his wife and young family.

His legal experience was broad and varied, including Chief Counsel at Certain-teed Corporation (1962-1967), an Assistant Public Defender (1968-1969), acting as co-counsel in the notorious Mary Mamon murder trial, and a Partner in private practice for 24 years (1967-1991).

Barry reached a career milestone when he became a judge for the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas in May 1991. He was appointed by Governor Bob Casey, then elected for a 10-yearterm as the eleventh judge on the bench, quoted in rare interview “I want to be a fair judge who is willing to listen patiently, that’s what lawyers and clients expect. Win or lose, if they’ve been treated fairly, they respect the system”. Barry went on to be selected as President Judge in 1999, before he retired in 2003. As President Judge, Barry was a leading advocate to build the controversial new courthouse in Doylestown to serve the growing population of the county. After much debate and opposition, consensus was reached, and the new Bucks County Justice Center opened in January 2015.

Barry created a warm and loving home for his family, and he was a living example of a Catholic life. He treasured his friendships, old and new, rarely missed an opportunity to dance with his wife, Liz, and loved a good joke! He loved the Jersey Shore in the summer, talking Eagles sports with his sons, politics, history, and music. It was the simple pleasures he appreciated the most: spending time with family and friends, a home cooked meal, and the perfect martini.

Barry will be deeply missed by his children, Michael McAndrews (Kathy), Elizabeth McNulty (Patrick), Brian McAndrews (Karen); 8 grandchildren, Barry, Jack, Shawn, Elizabeth, Kate, Michael, Madeline, and Emily; many dear friends and relatives.

In addition to his wife and parents, Barry is preceded in death by two children, Barry McAndrews and Mary McAndrews.

Barry’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 3rd at 11:00 AM at St. Robert Bellarmine Church, 856 Euclid Avenue, Warrington, Pa 18976. His family will receive friends from 9:30 until 10:45 prior to Mass. Interment will follow with military honors at St. John Neumann Cemetery.

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Ronald B. Gamane - June 30, 1952 - March 18, 2024

Departed: 03/18/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Ronald B. Gamane passed away on Monday March 18, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Pipersville. Ron had formerly resided in _Hamilton NJ. Ron was 71 years old.

Ron was born in Trenton, NJ. and was the son of the late John and Una (Habel) Gamane.

Ron was employed as an Ironworker and had been a member of Local Union 68.

Ron enjoyed _playing with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed sports, and was a proud father and grandfather.

Ron will be remembered for making you smile, his love and devotion to his family and friends.

Ron is survived by his daughter Brielle Gamane (Troy Brennan), he was the brother of John Gamane (late Susan). He is also survived by his grandchildren Blayze and Cash Brennan.

Ron’s Funeral Service will be held privately.

To send condolences to the family, please visit the funeral home Web site below. Shelly Funeral Home, Plumsteadville.

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Francis E. Folk - September 26, 1937 - March 17, 2024

Departed: 03/17/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Francis E. Folk “Frank” of Chalfont passed away on March 17, 2024. Frank was 86 years old. He was the husband of Patricia (Murray) Folk.

Frank was born in West Chester, PA., he was the son of the late Elmer and Olive (King) Folk.

Frank had graduated from Conestoga High School, Millersville University and Trenton State, where he received his Master’s degree. Frank was an Industrial Arts teacher for 30 years at Wissahickon High School in Ambler, PA. For 10 winning seasons he coached the men’s Cross Country Team, and ran with the team at practice. After retirement Frank traveled in his RV with his wife and extended family to all 48 states and Canada. He was very creative, he renovated houses, constructed furniture and made beautiful jewelry. He also enjoyed fishing, garage sales, and working on the farm

Frank will be remembered by the many students he inspired by his teaching.

In addition to his wife Pat, Frank is survived by his twin sons Jerry and Steve and his wife Nadine. Grandfather of David, Kevin and Grace, Great-grandfather of James and Henry. He is also survived by his stepchildren Susan, Walt, Nancy, Tricia, Ruth, and Dan. He was preceded in death by his sister Mildred.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Brittany who cared for Frank this past year. Frank's Funeral Services will be Thursday, April 4, at 11:00 at St. James Episcopal Church, 3768 Germantown Pike Collegeville 19426 Memorial contributions in Frank's memory may be sent to the Bucks Co. S.P.C.A. 1665 Street Rd. Lahaska, PA., 18938 bcspca.org

To send condolences to the family, please visit the funeral home Web site below. Shelly Funeral Home, Plumsteadville. www.shellyfuneralhomes.com

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Irene C. Mezick - April 10, 1933 - March 16, 2024

Departed: 03/16/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Irene C. Mezick, of Doylestown Twp., passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024 surrounded by her family at her residence. She was 90.

Irene was the loving wife of the late Joseph Mezick, who passed away in 1983.

Born in Dunmore, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Zadjura.

Irene was a parishioner of St. Anne’s Catholic Ukrainian Church in Warrington.

A homemaker at heart, Irene loved her family and raising her children. In her free time, she enjoyed crafting and playing games.

Irene will be deeply missed by her three children, Joseph Mezick (Cindy), Ann Becker (Dennis), Frank Mezick (Cheryl); 9 grandchildren, Derek (Danielle), Amanda (Mike), Heather (Rich), Sandy (Mark), Brandon (Robin), Nicholas (Patricia), Christian (Kara), Kristin (Bill), Alex (Caroline); and 7 great grandchildren, Keith (Bridget), Molly, Ariana, Oliver, Juliette Mackenzie, Savannah, and Liam. She will also be missed by her many dear friends at Grundy Hall.

In addition to her husband and parents, Irene was preceded in death by her brother, Joseph F. Zadjura, and a grandson, Eric.

Irene’s Requiem Divine Liturgy will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at St. Anne’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1545 Easton Rd., Warrington, PA. Interment will follow at St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont.

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Sheila John Bradway - Unknown - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Sheila John Bradway, longtime resident of Warrington, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, aged 74.

Sheila was a Philly girl—born in Germantown, to the late John and Phyllis (Carfagno) Hogan. She graduated from Penn State, earning her Bachelor’s in Sociology. Early on she cultivated a lifelong love of learning, reading, and experiencing new things.

Although she was a self-professed “bad girl,” she was one of the good ones—one of the best. Sheila met Douglas while working at Honeywell, where it was love at first sight. They married in 1978 and so would have celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary this September. Together, they traveled the world, making it to all seven continents. Sheila’s decided favorite was Antarctica because of the incredible wildlife and natural beauty.

Sheila worked as a teacher’s aide in the Central Bucks School District, but she would certainly say her favorite roles were Mom, Nonna, and Aunt Sheila. Her always-magical smile was broadest when spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren (human, feline, and canine alike).

Throughout her life, she enjoyed music (especially if it was by The Beatles) and reading anything she could get her hands on. She loved animals of all kinds, fresh flowers, and colorful invective.

Sheila’s passing leaves a void in an incalculable number of hearts. She will be profoundly missed by her husband, Douglas; her children, Kevin Bradway and his wife Natalie, and Dr. Tara Bradway and her husband, Patrick Siler; her grandchildren, Lily and Carson, and grandpets, Cosmo, Arrow, Neville, and Sweet Pea; her nephews and nieces, Ralph and Lyn Burns, Robert Burns and Ethyl Treatman, and Debbie and John Ryan; and her great-nieces and -nephews, Tim and Dr. Marissa Burns, John and Suheily Burns, Harlane Treatman Burns, Jen (Ryan) and Justin Silver, John and Amanda Ryan, and Kyle Ryan.

In addition to her parents, Sheila was preceded in death by her brother, Ralph Burns, and many deeply beloved pets.

We will celebrate Sheila’s life on Friday, March 29, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Shelly Funeral Home, 1460 Easton Rd., Warrington, PA 18976. We will receive friends and family from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Please, no flowers. Sheila’s family requests memorial donations be made to Mountain Rottie Rescue, where her daughter volunteers fostering dogs: https://mountainrottierescue.net/home/donations/

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Hon. Michael J. Kane - October 26, 1943 - March 08, 2024

Departed: 03/08/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Michael J. Kane was an advocate for justice and public service his entire career and it is with great sadness that his family announces his death on Friday, March 8, 2024. Mike fought a long and courageous battle with cancer, and died a very peaceful death at home in Doylestown, in the presence of his wife and beloved cat, Mouse, who stood watch at his bedside. His children and grandchildren surrounded him with love.

Mike graduated from New Hope Solebury High School in 1961, and began his undergraduate studies at Dartmouth College, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in 1965. After a gap year, he attended Duke University School of Law when the civil rights movement was raging. Mike took great honor from having worked for these issues of equality during his time at Duke. He registered voters and was arrested for being in the "wrong” laundromat. He graduated in 1969, was Editor of the Law Review, and a member of the Order of the Coif, a legal honor society.

Mike’s first legal job was serving as a law clerk for the Honorable Francis Van Dusen, U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Following his time clerking, he joined the Bucks County, PA District Attorney’s Office under then D.A. Ward Clark. Mike would continue to serve as assistant, deputy, chief deputy, and Chief of Prosecution under Mr. Clark and Kenneth Biehn. Mike was appointed in 1979 as Interim D.A. by the county judges, and ran and won the race for D.A. in 1981. Subsequently, he was elected judge of the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas in 1985, where he served 20 years before retiring effective Jan. 6, 2006.

Mike is survived by his wife, Christine Boyd, whom he married in 2005. He was predeceased by his son, Richard, and is survived by his daughters, Christina Kane (William Maeglin) and Jennifer Kane (Boris Zabolotskiy), and Christina and William’s three children, Otto (23), Harold (21), and Joseph (18). He is also survived by Christine’s daughter, Erin Boyd and her three children, Roland (16), Zoe (13) and Max (9) Shaffer; Mike’s sister, Susan Kane; and brother, Peter Kane (Kate) and their children, Nina Kane (Patrick Holt), Cara Kane (Christian Raffensperger), and Cara and Christian’s children.

Mike loved growing herbs and tomatoes, cooking, traveling, reading and talking about politics, and fishing. One of his proudest accomplishments was winning the Long Beach Island Striped Bass Derby in 2009, with a 42 ½ pound striped bass. Mike and Christine traveled extensively, on their own and with the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), of which Christine is a member.

A reception honoring a life well lived is scheduled for April 6, 2024 at Slate Bleu Restaurant, 100 S. Main Street, Doylestown, PA, from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. All friends and family are invited. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to Doctors Without Borders, P.O. Box 5023, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or online https://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/ or the Foundation of the American Board of Trial Advocates, 2001 Bryan St., Ste. 3000, Dallas, TX 75201 or online https://www.abota.org/foundation

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Edward Brandecker - February 05, 1966 - March 06, 2024

Departed: 03/06/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Edward Brandecker Sr, 58, of Doylestown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2024 from stage four pancreatic and liver cancer. He is survived by his adoring daughter, Nicole Brandecker, and is predeceased by his loving son, Edward Brandecker Jr.

Ed is also survived by his mother, Krystyna Brandecker, sister, Jennifer Reese (Rob), brother, Nick Brandecker (Chris), and nieces Audrey, Eryn, and Jesse. He was preceded in death by his father, Nickolaus Brandecker.

Ed was a loving father and a hardworking man. After enlisting in the National Guard after high school, he worked at Niece Lumber before becoming a Senior Service Technician at Super Enterprises and Marvin for over twenty years. Ed enjoyed riding motorcycles, going to the mountains, and spending time with his children and many friends. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, playing in billiard leagues, and watching old western movies and shows.

The only comfort in losing Ed so soon is the knowledge that he is now reunited with his son. Ed truly spent the last two years dreaming of being with Eddie Jr again. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

A service will be held at Doylestown Cemetery on Saturday, March 16th at 11am.

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Mary E. Yust - May 19, 1927 - March 06, 2024

Departed: 03/06/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Mary E. Yust, formerly of Reedy Creek, Florida, passed away on Wednesday March 6, 2024 at Pine Run Health Care in Doylestown. Mary was 96 years old. She was the wife of the late Harry J. Yust, Sr., who passed away in 2002. They couple had been married for 55 years.

Born in Carbondale, PA., Mary was the daughter of the late Albert and Marguerite (Burke) Cummings. Mary was the last survivor of seven siblings.

Mary had been employed with Disney in guest services. In her free time, she enjoyed crocheting, lunching with her friends, and visiting with her family.

Mary will be remembered for her kindness and her sunny disposition.

Mary is survived by her children Barbara Hare (John), Harry Yust, Jr., (Lee), Mary Ellen Loy (Ted), and Thomas M. Yust.

Mary is also survived by her grandchildren, Ashley Yust, Scott Begly, Theresa Begly Tarves, Ryan Loy, Keeley Loy Kelch, Jeannette Yust, Molly Hare Hoppenot.

She is also survived by her great grandchildren Amelia, Jillian, Zack, Evan, Audrey, Owen, Gweneviere, and Zoe.

Mary was predeceased by her son, James J. Yust, and her granddaughter Katie Yust.

Mary’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Wednesday April 10, 2024, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 235 E. State St., Doylestown, PA 18901. The family will receive friends at the Church from 9:30am until the time of Mass at 10:30am. Mary will be laid to rest in Washington Crossing National Cemetery with her husband Harry at 1:00pm following Mass. To send condolences to the family, please visit the funeral home website below. Shelly Funeral Home, Warrington. www.shellyfuneralhomes.com

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Sis Piccirilli - July 17, 1948 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Sis Piccirilli, a resident of Warrington, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2024 at the age of 75.

Born in Philadelphia, Sis was the daughter of the late John and Florence Bohn.

Sis was the loving wife of Frank Piccirilli.

A woman of many talents, Sis excelled at baking, cooking, and gardening. Her super power was making sure everyone was laughing with a full belly. Sis had many joys, but most of all she loved dancing (anywhere and everywhere), spending time with family and friends whether at the beach or at home playing cards with the girls, or her favorite thing, shopping! Most of all she loved life and always tried to make the best out of what she had. Sis strived, and succeeded, in making everyone around her happy and their lives a little brighter.

In addition to her husband, Sis is survived by her daughter Lynette and son-in-law Joe Miller, two grandchildren Justin Mantz (Melissa) and Taylor Mantz (Caitlin), and mother-in-law Marie Piccirilli.

Celebrating Sis’ life, the family will be receiving friends from 10am until noon on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Shelly Funeral Home, 1460 Easton Road, Warrington, PA 18976.

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Dorothy A. Ebert - June 06, 1926 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy Arleen Ebert born on June 6, 1926 in Huntington Station New York died peacefully surrounded by her family on March 3, 2024 at her home in Warminster. Dorothy was 97 years old.

She was the daughter of the late John J. and Julia (Fish) Mitchta.

She was the wife of the late William James Ebert. The couple had married on June 8, 1968 and she became the stepmother of five children, all of which she loved dearly.

Since moving to Bucks County in 1976, she had a passion for her Eagles football team. She also loved to read and do the New York Times crossword puzzle in ink. Dorothy is survived by her five step children, William (Leigh), Robert (Carol), Terrence (Bonnie), Raymond (Annmarie) Ebert, and Noreen Semanski (Dave). The children all loved her as a mother and will miss her dearly.

A Funeral Mass for Dorothy will be celebrated on Friday, March 8, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Nativity of Our Lord Church, in Warminster. The family will receive friends from 6 PM to 8 PM on Thursday at the Shelly Funeral Home, 1460 Easton Rd., Warrington. Interment will take place at the National Cemetery in Long Island, NY. There will be no visitation on Friday prior to Mass.

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Lorriane H. Fischer - February 03, 1941 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Warrington)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Lorriane H. Fischer.

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Funeral Services Offered

At Shelly Funeral Home, families can choose from a variety of funeral services tailored to meet their unique needs and preferences. These include:

• Traditional Funerals: A classic and dignified way to say goodbye, featuring a visitation, funeral service, and burial.
• Cremation Services: A range of options for families who prefer cremation, including memorial services and scattering ceremonies.
• Memorial Services: A celebration of life without the presence of the deceased, often held at a later date or in a different location.
• Pre-Planning: The opportunity to plan and prepare for funeral arrangements in advance, providing peace of mind for families.

The Importance of Pre-Planning

While it may seem difficult to think about, pre-planning funeral arrangements can be a thoughtful and responsible decision. By making choices ahead of time, individuals can ensure that their wishes are respected, reduce the burden on loved ones, and even lock in costs at today's prices. Shelly Funeral Home's experienced staff is available to guide families through the pre-planning process, providing guidance and support every step of the way.

The Benefits of Working with Shelly Funeral Home

By choosing Shelly Funeral Home, families can expect:

• Personalized attention and care from a dedicated team of funeral professionals.
• A range of funeral service options to suit individual needs and preferences.
• A comfortable and welcoming facility designed to accommodate families and friends.
• Transparent pricing and a commitment to affordability.
• A reputation built on trust, compassion, and exceptional service.

Saying Goodbye with Dignity and Respect

Losing a loved one is never easy, but with Shelly Funeral Home, families can take comfort in knowing that their farewell will be marked with dignity and respect. From the moment they walk through the door, families are treated with kindness, empathy, and understanding. The staff at Shelly Funeral Home recognizes that every life is precious and deserves to be celebrated in a meaningful way.

A Commitment to the Community

Shelly Funeral Home is deeply rooted in the Warrington community and is committed to giving back. Through various outreach programs, charitable donations, and sponsorships, the funeral home demonstrates its dedication to supporting local families and organizations. By choosing Shelly Funeral Home, families are not only receiving exceptional funeral services but also contributing to the betterment of their community.

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If you're seeking compassionate funeral services or simply have questions about the funeral planning process, please don't hesitate to reach out to Shelly Funeral Home. Their caring staff is available 24/7 to provide guidance, support, and comfort during difficult times. Contact them today at (phone number) or visit their website at (website URL) to learn more about their services and how they can help your family heal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary website, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information to those who need to know about the funeral or memorial service. They can also help to notify people who may not have been aware of the person's passing.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, the obituary is written by the family of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, a close friend or colleague may also write an obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about the funeral or memorial service, as well as any charitable donations or memorials in lieu of flowers.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or website it will be published on. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from 100 to 500 words.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary websites and funeral homes allow you to include one or more photos of the deceased with the obituary. This can help to personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful to those who read it.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

You can usually submit an obituary to a newspaper by contacting their obituary department directly. They will provide you with guidelines on what information to include and how to format the text. You may also need to provide proof of death, such as a death certificate.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the newspaper or website. Some publications may charge by the word or line, while others may offer package deals that include additional services like online hosting or guest book features.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance, often as part of their estate planning or end-of-life preparations. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only basic information like name, age, and date of death. It's often used when a full obituary is not possible or desired.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a written notice announcing someone's death, while a eulogy is a spoken tribute delivered at a funeral or memorial service. A eulogy is typically more personal and emotional than an obituary.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include humorous anecdotes or quotes in an obituary to reflect the personality and spirit of the deceased. This can help to celebrate their life and bring comfort to those who are grieving.

How do I find an old obituary?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or websites that specialize in historical records. You may also contact local libraries or genealogical societies for assistance.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

This depends on the publication or website where the obituary was published. Some may allow corrections or updates, while others may not. It's best to check with them directly.

What if I want to keep the obituary private?

In some cases, families may choose to keep an obituary private due to personal or security concerns. This can usually be arranged with the funeral home or publication.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include meaningful quotes, lyrics, or poems in an obituary to reflect the personality or interests of the deceased.

How do I notify social media platforms about someone's passing?

You can usually report a death to social media platforms like Facebook or Twitter through their online forms. This will help prevent spam or fraud on the deceased person's account.

What if I'm unsure about what to write in an obituary?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider seeking help from a funeral home or professional writer. They can guide you through the process and help you create a fitting tribute.

Can I include charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary?

Yes, this is a common practice. You can specify a charity or cause that was important to the deceased and provide details on how donations can be made.

How long does it take for an online obituary to be published?

This depends on the website or publication. Some may publish immediately, while others may take several hours or days.

Can I create a digital archive of an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary websites offer digital archiving options that allow you to save and share the obituary with others.

What if I want to publish an obituary in multiple languages?

This can usually be arranged through translation services offered by funeral homes or online obituary websites. Be sure to check with them first.

Can I include videos or audio recordings in an online obituary?

Yes, many online platforms allow you to upload multimedia content like videos or audio recordings to enhance the tribute.

How do I request corrections or changes to an online obituary?

Contact the website or publication directly and provide detailed information about the corrections needed. They will guide you through the process.