All Obituaries

George J. Piermont, Jr., of Warminster, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at the age of 91. He was the beloved husband for over 50 years to the late Joan (nee Franklin) Piermont. He was born in Philadelphia, a son of the late George, Sr. and Mary (nee Owens) Piermont. George was a graduate of Northeast High School. In his early years, he loved art and drawing. He also developed a love for movies and television and a special fondness for the comedic talents of The Three Stooges....

John M. Arrison Preite sadly passed away on January 3, 2022 at the young age of 64. Born in South Philadelphia, PA, the eldest child of the late Jack and Margaret Arrison, John lived most of his life in Hatboro, PA alongside his beloved wife Elise M Preite for 42 beautiful years of marriage. Devoted father of Jaison (Myrian), and Nicolas (Sloane). Loving grandfather of Bella, Vincenzo, Ariana, Riley and Colin. Dear brother of Robert Arrison (Barbara), William Arrison, and Christine Benson...

Michael T. Suchodolski entered into eternal peace on Friday, December 31, 2021,he was 66. He was born in Philadelphia, PA to his loving parents Martha and Joseph Suchodolski and resided in Warminster, PA with his adoring wife of 41 years, Janice. Together, he and Janice journeyed through life, love, parenthood and happiness. At a young age, Michael developed a deep interest in learning how to read and write music while playing the accordion and piano. His interest grew into passion for...

Sandra Lee O’Neill of Hatboro passed away peacefully on Friday, December 31, 2021 at the age of 69.  She was born in Sellersville at Grand View Hospital, a beloved daughter of Herman and Barbara Landis (Keyser). The oldest of four children she resided in Telford before moving to Franconia as a child.  Sandra graduated from Souderton High School class of 1969 and continued her education at the University of Lock Haven earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Education in...

Barbara K Landis of Harleysville passed away peacefully on Friday, December 31, 2021 at the age of 88.  She was born in Telford to the late Earl A. and Amanda A. (Fox) Keyser.  Barbara graduated from Souderton High School class of 1951, and became a cosmetologist, owning her shop within the home.  Residing in Telford and later Franconia she raised four children and always enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.  She resided in Harleysville for the last 41...

James “Harry” Courts, went home to Jesus on Monday, December, 27th 2021, just a week shy of his 70th birthday.  Harry was surrounded by his family at his home in Hatboro after a two and a half year battle with cancer.   Harry was born to Eileen and Harry Courts on January 4th, 1952.  He was raised in Maple Glen, and graduated from Hatboro-Horsham High School in 1969.  Harry owned the Maple Glen Tavern and upon selling the business, moved on to work at...

Stephanie J. Holtz (nee Woodhouse), of Warminster, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 surrounded by the love of family and friends. She was 71 years old. Born in San Diego, California, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Doris L. (nee Powell) Woodhouse. Stephanie loved being Mom to her own kids and their extended siblings. She enjoyed the company of good friends, Long Beach Island, watching sunsets, and spending time with her beloved grandchildren. She was active...

David H. Zieger, of Warminster, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. He was 81 years old. David was the loving husband of Georgia Zieger (nee Roe) with whom he shared over 49 years of marriage. Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Herman and Eleanor (nee Newton) Zieger. David was a Class of 1961 graduate of Gettysburg College. He worked for over 45 years as a rose grower and proprietor of Zieger’s Nursery. David thoroughly enjoyed his frequent phone calls to friends...

Cynthia L Kirsch, of Warminster, passed away suddenly and peacefully on Sunday, December 19, 2021. She was 64 years old. Born in Philadelphia, she was the beloved wife of John David Kirsch. Daughter of the late Lewis J. Meikrantz and Carolyn R (Tees). Sister of the late John A. Meikrantz. Cindy graduated from William Tennent High School in 1975. Cindy was employed as a nurse for several decades, ultimately retiring from that profession about 7 years ago. After retirement, Cindy volunteered...

Wilbur (Webb) L. Barber, of Harleysville, PA, formerly of Hatboro, PA, passed away on Friday, December 17, 2021. He was 88 years old. Webb was the beloved husband of the late Mary Jane Crayton Barber with whom he had shared over 60 years of marriage.  He was born in Luzerne Township, Fayette County, PA, son of the late Jacob and Bertha Barber.     He proudly served as a Specialist in the U.S. Army, was...

** Jo Ann's Visitation and Memorial Service has been postponed, the new date and times will be posted here once scheduled **   Jo Ann “Jody” Maloney (Marvel), age 60, passed away peacefully December 16, 2021. She was born June 10, 1961 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Stanley Marvel and Edna Short. She married Fred Maloney in March of 1980. Raised in North Wales, graduated from Germantown Academy. Jody was a proud resident of Hatboro, Pennsylvania for the past 15...

Grace H. DeBaufre, of Hatboro, passed away on Monday, December 13, 2021. She was 76 years old. Grace was born in Wye Mills, Maryland, a daughter of the late William and Rose (née Cosden) Wolcott.   She is survived by her loving children, Eric Johnson-DeBaufre and his wife, Melanie Johnson-DeBaufre, and Nicole Cruz and her husband, Eduardo “Eddie” Cruz; grandchildren, Grace Johnson-DeBaufre, Siera, Savana, and Sawyer Cruz; and beloved partner, George...

Charles H. Barnes Jr. of Horsham passed away on December 13, 2021 at the age of 62. He was the beloved husband of Christine M. (nee Messina) with whom he shared over 25 years of marriage. He was born in Abington, Pennsylvania son of Mary (nee DeSumma) and the late Charles H. Barnes Sr. In addition to his wife and mother, Charles is survived by four children: Matthew (Katie), Ashley Guarino, John (Allison) Reidinger Jr., and Joseph. As well as eight grandchildren: Chase, Bryce, Mason,...

Leona Mary Smith, of Hatboro, passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021. She was 95 years old. Leona was the beloved wife of the late Lloyd A. Smith with whom she shared 57 years of marriage. She was born in Northeast, Maryland, daughter of the late Frederick Weller and Leona Cook.  Leona was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and Past Matron of Morning Light Chapter No. 312, Hatboro, and for 40 years managed the gift shop at the Masonic Village in Warminster, Pennsylvania,...

Richard Roy Ruth, Sr., a 50 year resident of Hatboro, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at the age of 79.  He was born in Philadelphia, PA, a son of the late Martin and Stella Ruth.  He loved walking and spending time with his dogs, especially Babe Ruth.  He enjoyed gardening, working on the house, dancing and listening to Elvis, and going to the beach, visiting buffets, and taking pictures.  Richard was very proud of the work he did for the Abington School...

James J. Leonard of Warminster passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021.  He was 78 years old.  James was the beloved husband of the late Ellen M. Mulvey Leonard.  He was born in Philadelphia, PA a son of the late Frank and Catherine Leonard.  James was graduated from St. Joseph’s Preparatory High School; he loved and studied many languages.  He enjoyed collecting coins.  James was fascinated with trains and trollies and enjoyed visiting many times the...

Stephen M. Hoff of Hatfield passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021 at the age of 61.  He was the beloved partner of Stacy Brubaker with whom he had shared over 39 years together.  Stephen was born in Pennsylvania a son of the late Russell D. and Ellen Hoff, and step-son of the late Joan Hoff.   Stephen enjoyed spending time in the mountains and with his friends who will miss him dearly.  He was a history buff who traveled with his father to many reunions around the...

Marie Benninghoff, (née Balestrieri), passed away peacefully on Monday, November 29, 2021, she was 73.  Marie was born and raised in Ambler to the late Herman and Mary Balestrieri.  Nothing was more important to her than spending time with her grandchildren especially around the holidays or at the shore in the summer. Beloved wife of almost 50 years to husband, Roy, loving mother to Michael (Elizabeth), Richard (Andrea), Roy (Lynne) and the late Lauren Carber and survived...

Linda Elgart, of Warrington, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021. She was 80 years old. Linda was the loving wife of 58 years to the late Stanley H. Elgart. Born in Astoria, New York, she was the daughter of the late Martin and Sara Fels. In addition to her profound love for her family, Linda’s professional career was also a cornerstone of her life. She took great pride in being a part of the launch team for the new Montgomery Mall in 1977. She continued her career at the Willow...

Dorothy S. Schwartz (nee Behr), of Jamison, formerly of Willow Grove, passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021.  She was 88 years old.  Dorothy was the beloved wife of the late George R. Schwartz whom she shared over 63 years of marriage. She was born in Philadelphia, the daughter of the late Walter F. and Ethel B. (nee Grier) Behr. Dorothy graduated from Frankford High School, Class of 1951. She loved to read, travel, and bowling in the various leagues over the years. Dorothy...