All Obituaries

Charles R. (“Chuck”) Beaver, 77, of Telford, passed away at his residence on Monday, September 19, 2022 after struggling with chronic health issues.  He was born to the late Charles and Irene Beaver (nee Martin) on May 22, 1945. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Cheryl Beaver (nee Doherty), his children: Michelle (Frederick) DiFusco, and Kelly Beaver his stepchildren: Jennifer (Thomas) Brandis and Eryn (Steven) Meenan;...

Carol M. Cotton was born September 5, 1960 and peacefully entered eternal rest on September 19, 2022. Carol will be truly missed by her family and friends.

David E. Harney of Horsham passed away on Tuesday September 13, 2022 in his home at the age of 74. He was the beloved husband of Lori Odeitus Harney with whom he shared nearly 5 wonderful years of marriage. David was born in Flint, Michigan in 1947. David was the oldest of seven born to the late Jack Harney and Lucille Williams Harney.  After graduating High School, David went on to study Chemistry at George Mason University. Following graduation David enlisted in the Army and was...

David C. Lutz of North Wales, formerly of Horsham, passed away on September 9, 2022 at Lansdale Hospital.  He was 81 years old.  David was the devoted husband to Carol Lutz. Born in Abington, Pa, he was the son of the late Christian and Alice Lutz. David was a graduate of Hatboro-Horsham High School, 1960.  David also served in the United States Air Force from 1960-1964. David worked at Hatboro Water Authority for 24 years and went on to work for Limekiln Golf Course for 17...

Patrick Michael McGrory was born on March 11, 1959 and entered eternal rest peacefully on September 3, 2022. Patrick will be truly missed by his family and friends.

Dorothy M.Daves of Philadelphia or better known as Pattygained her wings on August 30, 2022 at the age of 79.  she was the beloved wife of John D. Daves Sr., and also the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Westergon.  Patty was a loving person who lived her life surrounded by her children and grandchildren.  She had 13 grandchildren (Kenny,Tommy,Ashley,Hayley,Emelie,Kerstin,Anna,Damien Elizabeth,Mackenzie,Jessica,Sean,& Walter Jr.) whom all meant the...

Vicky Ann Meager of Horsham passed away on Sunday August 28th, 2022 peacefully at home.  She was 64 years old. She is the devoted wife of Walter Meager with whom she shared 44  years of marriage. She was born Harrisburg, PA and was the daughter of the late Jon and Arlene Waidlich. Vicky loved her family and was usually surrounded by them every weekend. She loved her long bike rides with her one true love Wally and kisses from all the many dogs she has owned  through the...

Vernon J. Schumacher of Warminster passed away on August 25, 2022 at Doylestown Hospital.  He was 89. He was the beloved husband of Doris whom he shared 66 years of marriage. After graduating from University of Pennsylvania College, Vern joined the Air Force and was honorably discharged. Vern worked at and retired from Cigna.  He enjoyed Bowling and singing. In addition to his wife, Vern is survived by his son Kenneth Schumacher and his wife Sheree of Warminster, a daughter Donna...

Stephen G. Brown, age 69, of Warminster, PA, entered into eternal life, way too soon, on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. He was born on November 9,1952 in Abington, PA. Steve was the son of the late George and Patricia (Hee) Brown. Beloved husband of Susan M. Kershner; loving father to Jason Brown (Cindy), Kelly Brown (Dan), Steve Kershner (Shawna), Kate Saunders (Sean) and Peter Kershner; dear brother to Mark Brown (Tina). Steve is also survived by his nephew Alex Brown, niece Hannah Brown, and...

Margaret Reynolds Nikander Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, Margaret Ann Reynolds (Peggy) Nikander went home to be with Jesus on August 22, 2022, in Abington Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.  Born in Bethlehem, PA, to Beatrice and Bartholomew Reynolds, Peggy is survived by her older sister Mary Bard and younger sister Beatrice Cist.  She is also survived by sons Robert (Diane), Peter (Teri), and Timothy (Maryann); and many...

John Scott Bright of Horsham passed away on August 18, 2022. He was 59 years old. Born on November 8, 1962, in Great Lakes, Illinois, John was the beloved son of Joan C. Fast of Doylestown, and the late Hulon Bright.  John was the owner of Bright’s Firewood in Doylestown. He started the business when he was 18 years old, and over the years he nurtured it from a small, backyard business to one with thousands of customers all over Bucks County. The business was John's...

Thomas W. Thern of Warminster passed away on August 11, 2022.  He was 82 years old.  Thomas was the beloved husband of Joanne Thern with whom he had shared over 59 years of marriage.  Born in Philadelphia, PA he was a son of the late Carl J. Thern and Edna E. Campbell Thomas is survived by his loving children; Paul C. Thern and his wife Kelly, and Heidi Cassidy and her husband Robert, and daughter-in-law Peg Thern.  Grandchildren; Erica, Scott, Troy, Courtney,...

Matthew Michael MacKenzie of Hatboro left us on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Matthew was born June 27th , 1982, the son of Lori (Hvorecky) and Stephen MacKenzie Matthew graduated from Archbishop Wood High School; he had a degree in Accounting from Temple University (Ambler). Matt worked for Acro Labels in Willow Grove (15 Years) and for the Caribbean Resort in Myrtle Beach, SC. Matt loved swimming, nature, drawing, sports, and his cat (Sebastion). In addition to...

Donald F. Leypoldt of Warminster passed away peacefully on August 8th at the age of 90. Don was born on January 3, 1932 to the Reverend Fred and Mrs. Dorathy Leypoldt.  He was raised in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia.  Don graduated from Frankford High School in 1949 and the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School in 1953.  For his entire life, Don kept the values he learned growing up in a Christian household during the Great Depression and World War II: a...

Eugene “Gene” E. Thompson Jr. of Hatboro passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at the age of 89. Gene was the beloved husband of the late Janet Stalker Thompson, with whom he had shared over 62 years of marriage. Born in Abington, PA, he was the son of the late Eugene E. and Elsie C. (Mueller) Thompson. Gene grew up in the Hatboro-Horsham area and attended Hatboro High School. He loved the big band music of his youth and the 50’s & 60’s bands. You could...

Robert H. Little of Hatboro, PA, better known as Bob “Wiz” Little, a life-long magician, passed away on July 31, 2022 at the age of 90 at Luther Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hatboro. Bob was the beloved husband of the late Barbara Little [née Plummer].  Born September 11, 1931, Bob, was gregarious by nature and known for his slogans, “Wild, Man, Wild” and “WOW!” His home-grown business, “Guaranteed Magic” sported the...

Bernard J. “Zoot” Galetti of Horsham passed away on July 25, 2022 at Abington Jefferson Hospital. He was 91 years old. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Helen Joyce Galetti with whom he shared 58 years of marriage. He was born in Jenkintown on July 5, 1931, the son of Vernon and Lorraine (Allard) Galetti. Above all, Bernard should be remembered as a dutiful husband, father, grandfather, and friend, unwavering in his commitment to those he loved. To his family, he...

Frances Mirabella of Hatboro passed away on July 15, 2022 in Majestic Oaks, Warminster at the age of 83. She was a daughter of the late Louise and Frank Mirabella and beloved sister and Aunt.  Frances enjoyed gardening, puzzles and spending time with her family in the Poconos. She will be remembered for the gentle, kind and loving person she was. She will be dearly missed.  Frances is survived by a sister Rita Pugnetti, brother Anthony Mirabella and devoted cousin Mary Messmer,...

Mario Bellezza of Horsham passed away on July 13, 2022 in Abington, PA. He was 98. He was the devoted husband of Mary Rose with whom he shared 53 years of marriage before her passing in 2000. He was born in Enna, Sicily to Giuseppe and Maria Bellezza.  Mario completed 8th grade and left school to work and help support his family. He later joined the Army and was a sergeant when he was honorably discharged. He spent the rest of his working years in a tailor shop making men’s coats...

Jane Delp, of Warminster, PA passed away on July 13th, 2022. She was 99 years old and was fighting hard to make 100. Jane was the loving wife and best friend of Robert with whom she shared 70 years of marriage. Jane was born in Warminster, PA and was a graduate of William Tennent High School. Jane worked during World War II installing radar on bombers at Johnsonville Naval Air Station. Jane enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling the country with their many camping buddies. Jane is survived...