Martin P. Carter of Bensalem passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, March 3, 2017 at St. Mary Medical Center.  He was 67.

Martin was the beloved husband of 38 years to Barbara J. Cooke Carter.

Martin will be greatly missed but his memory will be forged in the hearts and minds of everyone who came to know and love him. 

Born in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of the late Harry and Marion Gallagher Carter and brother to the late Stephen Carter.

In addition to his devoted wife Barbara, Martin is survived by his loving daughter and son-in-law Victoria Santilli and Daniel, his brothers Harry and Dennis Carter, his sister Tina Hufnal, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family Wednesday, March 8, 2017 from 10:00-11:00am with his Funeral Service at 11:00am, St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 5400 Hulmeville Rd., Bensalem, PA 19020. Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Women’s Humane Society, 3839 Richlieu Rd. Bensalem, PA 19020.

Megan E. Villanella (nee Longo) of Verona, NJ, formerly of Ivyland, PA died tragically and unexpectedly on Friday March 3, 2017 along with her precious Adaline Grace who was to be born in May.

Megan is survived by the loves and greatest joys of her life, her husband of 9 years James J. Villanella and their beautiful daughter Isabelle Ava who at 22 months just warms your heart and brings a smile to your face.

Also surviving Megan are her parents, Derek D. and Constance "Connie" Roscoe Longo of Ivyland, PA; her brother Derek J. Longo, a recent resident of Salt Lake City, UT but currently residing with Megan's family in Verona and who was also injured but is recovering in the hospital; her father and mother-in-law, Joseph E. and Nancy A. Fanning Villanella of Paramus, NJ; sister-in-law Lauren M. Villanella of Paramus, NJ; brother-in-law Daniel (Juliet) Villanella of Fair Lawn, NJ; brother-in-law Michael Villanella and Julie Virgone of Jersey City, NJ; as well as several special aunts, uncles, and cousins. Megan was predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Jack and Colomba Longo, and her maternal grandparents, Dr. Constantine and Virginia Roscoe.

Lovely Megan was a resident of Ivyland for most of her life. She attended Churchville Elementary School and graduated with honors from Council Rock High School, class of 2000. Megan received her undergraduate degree cum laud in 2004 from Lafayette College and her MBA in International Business and Marketing from Fordham University in 2012 with a GPA of 3.895. For the past few years Megan worked for MetLife in New York City where she was Assistant Vice President, Global Brand and Marketing. MetLife will be honoring Megan by starting an annual global award in Megan's name to recognize the greatest contribution to their marketing mission.

At an early age Megan took to heart that anyone could be mediocre, so she worked extra hard to achieve and excel in all she undertook. Whether it was playing softball or creating and marketing a brand or her being a loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, cousin, niece, friend, student or colleague, Megan was passionately dedicated to giving her all to everyone and anything. We are better people for having her in our lives.

Megan’s family will receive condolences on Saturday March 11, 2017 from 9:30 am until her Funeral Mass 12:30 pm at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 654 Hatboro Rd., Richboro.

Relatives and friends are also invited to attend a Memorial Mass Monday, March 13, 2017at 11:00am in   St. Ann Roman Catholic Church 704 Jefferson St. Hoboken, NJ 07030.

Megan’s interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers contributions in Megan’s memory may to Isabelle's education Fund c/o 

www.gofundme.com/meganlongovillanella

Felix J. Longo of Audubon, PA died peacefully on Thursday, March 2, 2017, at Albert Einstein Medical Center, East Norriton.

Born in Philadelphia, Felix was the beloved husband of Jessica Izzo Longo for the past 57 years, son of the late Felix and Catherine Corvine Longo and father of the late Christopher D. Longo and brother of the late Michael Longo.

Felix was a graduate of LaSalle College High School, class of 1946 and LaSalle University with his degree in Business Administration in 1959. He was a proud member of the United States Air Force, serving in the Armament and Electronic Squadron, during the Korean War.

Felix was a resident of Newtown for many years before moving to Audubon just 4 months ago. His professional career spanned 40 years as a State Farm Insurance Agent, with his office in Philadelphia. Family was most important to Felix, his children and grandchildren were the sparkle in his eyes. He looked forward to going out with friends for good food and conversation and going on trips with his beloved wife Jessica.

Felix enjoyed going to Car Shows with his buddies. He will be sadly missed by his devoted and loving family and friends.

In addition to his beloved wife Jessica. Felix is survived by his loving children Gregory D. Longo and his wife Jean, Stephen J. Longo and his partner Chuck. He is also survived by his loving grandchildren; Eric, Andrew and Lauren and a niece Donna B. Longo.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Tuesday, March 7, 2017 from 9:00am until his Funeral service 10:30am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro. Interment Private at Our Lady of Grace Cemetery, Langhorne, PA.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children,3551 N. Broad St. Phila, PA 19140.

Lorraine W. Brennan (nee Wills), of New Hope, PA died peacefully on Thursday March 2, 2017, at her home.  She was 73.

She was the beloved wife of 47 years to Thomas S. Brennan. Born in Essington, she was the daughter of late Gordon and Ruth Gallagher Wills and sister-in-law of the late Carl “Tink” DeVuono.

Lorraine was a graduate of Ridley High School, class of 1962. She attended Temple University and the University of Pennsylvania.  Lorraine has lived in Bucks County with her family for over 37 years, formerly in Washington Crossing and Newtown before moving to New Hope in 2002. Having lived in Bucks County for all those years made her perfect for her position as Real Estate agent for Lisa James Otto, Country Properties for the past 26 years.

Lorraine was a faithful communicant of St. Martin of Tours parish in New Hope and a member of the Junior League. She touched the lives of so many with her enduring graciousness. Lorraine put her faith and family first. She was genuinely gentle and gave herself to others in need. She gave her time and talents to the poor and less fortunate, volunteering at various charities. She was an avid golfer and tennis player.

Lorraine and her husband had many opportunities to travel and they did, throughout the world and cherished the memories. Lorraine will be remembered for her kindness and caring to her family and friends.

In addition to her beloved husband Tom, she is survived by her 2 sons, Matthew G. Brennan and Ryan J. Brennan, her 2 sisters Patti Chin and her husband Gary and Fran DeVuono. She is also survived by her devoted granddaughter Paige Brennan.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Saturday March 18, 2017 from 9:30 am until her Memorial Mass 11:00 am at St. Martin of Tours Church 1 Riverstone Circle, New Hope, PA 18938. Interment will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Fisherman’s Mark Food Pantry, 37 S. Main Street, Lambertville, NJ. 08530. www.fishermansmark.org

Florence Eleanor Fink Masi, of Richboro, died Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, PA. She was 83.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Allen Frederick Cornelius Fink and Eleanor Isabel Petz Fink, and was the sister of the late Carol Watson.

Florence loved her work as a cosmetologist and had been licensed for 35 years. She retired from the Adolph Bieker Salon in Center City, Philadelphia. With family as her priority, she enjoyed summers in Longport, NJ, cooking nice dinners and baking for her family. In her free time, she took pride in needlepoint projects.

Florence is survived by her loving sons and daughters-in-law, Robert Byrd and his wife Debbie; and Kurt Byrd and his wife Lynda; her cherished grandchildren, Roy, Daniel, Melissa and Michaela Byrd; her sisters Gloria Bressi and Joan Metrules and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Friday, March 10 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr, III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. Florence’s interment will take place privately.

Joseph John Leahy of Warminster, PA and Ocean City, NJ died peacefully on March 1, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family.  He was 80. 

He was the beloved husband of Dorothy Cleary Leahy and the two would have celebrated their 57^th wedding anniversary in May.

Born in Philadelphia he was a son of the late John M. and Anna V. Mooney Leahy. 

Joe graduated from North Catholic High School with the class of 1954 and went on to serve proudly with the United States Army in Company B. 1^st Brigade 3^rd Infantry in Fort Myer, VA (Old Guard) and four years in the reserves in Philadelphia.  He led a long career in the food industry working for Frankford Grocery, Fleming Foods and his own food brokerage firm. 

Along with his wife, Joe was a faithful parishioner of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Southampton.   

He was a rare combination of someone who had a love of life and a firm understanding of what was important — the simplicity of living a life with those you love.  He loved his family beyond measure, always helped anyone in need and always left you with a laugh and a smile.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Brian (Kathleen), Joseph (Andrea), Diane Musselman (David), Alison Kahli (Mounir) and Megan Holt (Kirk); and his brother Francis Leahy.  He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 from 10:00 – 11:15 AM in Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 611 Knowles Ave., Southampton, PA 18966 where his Funeral Mass will begin at 11:30 AM.  His interment will follow in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joe’s name to the PA Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs at www.dmva.pa.gov.

Joseph J. Cristinzio of Ivyland and formerly of Northeast Philadelphia died peacefully surrounded by his family at his residence on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. He was 96.

Born in Philadelphia, Joseph was the beloved husband of 60 years to the late Patricia A. Thude Cristinzio, son of the late Francesco and Anna Maria DeClerico Cristinzio; he was also predeceased by his 2 sisters and 4 brothers.

Joe was a life long resident of Philadelphia, living 60 years in Northeast Philadelphia until moving to Ivyland in 2015. He was a graduate of Frankford High School, class of 1936. He proudly served during World War II in the United States Army, and was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant.

Joe was the founder and owner of Crist Motors in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia, which he operated for over 35 years. In the Cristinzio household, Sunday was family day. Joe worked 6 days a week, so he made sure he spent quality time with his beloved wife and children. The Sunday ritual was Mass, out for breakfast and then a “Sunday Ride”, never telling them were until they where on the way, possibly the Jersey Shore or the Pocono Mountains, those wonderful memories have lasted a life time.

He will be remembered for his hard work and love of family.

Joe is survived by his loving and devoted children; Susan DiFlorio, Cynthia Hepp and her husband Mark, Joseph Cristinzio and his wife Edna, Anne Santilli and her husband Mario and , Michael Cristinzio and his wife Lisa, He is also survived by his 9 cherished grandchildren: Stephanie, Christian, Daniel, Lisa, Matthew, Antonio, Michael, Steven, and Giana.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Saturday March 4, from 12 Noon until his Funeral Mass 1:00pm at St. Bede the Venerable Church 1071 Holland Rd. Holland.   Interment will be private in Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown

In lieu of flowers, Joseph’s family would appreciate contributions in his memory to Mount Nazareth Convent, Sisters of the Holy Family, 2755 Holme Ave. Phila, PA 19152. 

Linda Slim Hakim of Newtown passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Chandler Hall Hospice in Newtown.

Linda was the beloved wife of Maurice T. Hakim with whom she had shared nearly 60 years of marriage.

She was born on February 15, 1932, daughter of Toufic Slim and Wedad Abou-Rialeh. She is the sister of Joseph T. Slim and the deceased Leila Slim Sahyoun.

In addition to being survived by her husband, Linda is survived by her son Toufic M. Hakim, his partner Robyn Rajs, and his sons Scott and Sean; her second son Naji M. Hakim, his wife Carine, and their children Jad and Yasmina; her niece Souha Sahyoun Said and her family; and her nephew Souheil Sahyoun and his family.

Linda grew up in Beirut, Lebanon and had been in Newtown since 2000.
A proud U.S. citizen, she always embraced values of deep humanity, love and compassion. She was a woman of strong faith who touched many people’s lives.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Saturday, March 4, 2017 from 10:30 AM until her Funeral Mass 11:30 AM at St. Mark’s Orthodox Church, 452 Durham Road, Wrightstown, PA 18940. Her interment will follow in Newtown Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Foundation for Self Leadership, P.O. Box 3776, Oak Park, IL 60303 or by visiting www.foundationifs.org or any other charity that advances peace. 

Paul S. Eisele, of Warminster died peacefully on Monday February 27, 2017, at Doylestown Hospital. He was 74.

Born in Philadelphia, Paul was the beloved husband of 50 years to Anna Marie Galosi Eisele and the son of the late Herman and Sophie Borys Eisele.

Paul was a graduate of Delaware Valley University and worked for many years as a purchasing agent. He was an avid fan of the Philadelphia Sports teams and was a member of the Penn Walt Golf Association. He enjoyed times spent playing golf and enjoying fine cigars, but he cherished the years he spent coaching his children’s soccer teams for the Warminster Youth Soccer Program. Paul will be greatly missed but always loved by everyone whose life he has enhanced with his love.

In addition to his beloved wife, Paul is survived by his loving children: Stephen Eisele and his wife Sheila of Newberrytown, PA, Karen McQue and Edward of East Greenville, PA and Robyn Eisele of Warminster, PA. He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren: Samantha, Sabrina, Lara, Jenna, Jordan, Chelsea, and Kaitlyn.

Paul’s family will receive friends on Friday, March 3, 2017 from 2:00pm until his Funeral Service 3:00PM in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 399 Market St. Suite 102 Phila., PA 19106.

Catharine Darrah Engblom of Langhorne passed away peacefully on Monday, February 27, 2017 at her home at the Attleboro Village Retirement Community. She was 97.

She was the wife of the late H. Alexander Engblom with whom she had shared 68 years of marriage.

Born in Philadelphia she was the daughter of the late William Montgomery and Frances C. Ramsey Darrah.

Catharine was devoted to her family and they were always at the forefront during her life. She and her husband had lived in Philadelphia area in the early part of their marriage before relocating to Bucks County in the early 1950’s. She will be dearly missed as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Surviving are Catharine’s children, Susan Engblom Perettie of Greeneville, TN, Jeffrey A. Engblom and his wife, Nancy, of Yardley, PA and Bruce M. Engblom and his wife, Charis, of Rock Hill, NC. She also leaves behind 6 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Her services and interment will be held privately at a later date.