Wallace “Wally” B. Jakacki, of Chalfont, PA died peacefully on Friday, December 30, 2016. He was 85. 

He was the beloved husband of the late Sallie Ann Black Jakacki and brother of the late Bernard Jakacki. 

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Benhard and Violet Wagner Jakacki.

After high school, Wally joined the army where he specialized in radar maintenance.  When he was honorably discharged in 1952, he took the skills he learned in the military and used them throughout college and much of his career. He attended the Drexel Institute of Technology where he earned a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Masters in Engineering.

Wally began his career at Honeywell.  He moved on to hold various positions at Leeds & Northrup, Barlow Corp, Macro Corp, and Ayden Corp. He eventually retired as Director of Operations at Aquarium Pharmaceuticals.

Wally’s interests were varied and not just focused on his work as an engineer. Wally was a creative spirit an avid photographer and shared three patents with his co-inventors.  He was also a certified professional engineer and Land Surveyor in the state of Pennsylvania. He volunteered for many projects and boards, but especially enjoyed his time serving on the Board of New Britain Township Parks & Recreation. He was also very proud to serve as the Commissioner of Lenape Valley Girls Softball for 6 years.

He is survived by three daughters; Sue Ann Fitzsimmons and her husband Kevin of Chalfont, Jane Bittner and her husband Clarke of Chalfont, and Mary Krempa and her husband Bill of Chalfont.  He is also survived by his 6 grandchildren; Jake, Jaclyn, TK, Jamie, Clarke, and Wallace.

Relatives and friends are invited to visitation on Saturday, January 14, 2017 from 9:00AM until his Funeral Service at 11:00AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave., (at Sandy Ridge Road) New Britain, PA 18901.  His interment will follow in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Ambler.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to The Scripps Research Institute, designated to Parkinson’s disease, https://support.scripps.edu/

David Miller Sutherland, 90, of Warminster, PA passed away peacefully on December 30, 2016 surrounded by his family.

He was born on February 24, 1926 in Lowell, Massachusetts to the late Magnus and Jennie (Miller) Sutherland and was the older of two children. After graduation from Chelmsford High School he attended Washington and Jefferson College in Washington, Pennsylvania. It was here that he met and married Marcia Jean Reed Condit in 1948. She was the daughter of the late Russell Leslie Condit and Marcella E. Fraikes. In 1950 he would graduate from Williams College, Williamstown, Massachusetts with an MA in Organic Chemistry.

David was an avid genealogist with records tracing his Scottish heritage back as far as 1812. He was also a student of the French culture and language, played the piano and sang in many choirs and choruses. Prior to retirement he was Vice President and General Manager of Wilmington Chemical, Wilmington, Delaware. He retired to Ocean Pines, Maryland in 1990 and moved to Ann’s Choice, Warminster, Pennsylvania in 2007.

David was preceded in death by his wife, parents and sister (Natalie Jane Keirstead). He is survived by his two sons, David Sutherland of Millsboro, Delaware, Thomas Sutherland of Yardley, Pennsylvania, two daughters, Leslie Jeske of Sacramento, California and Julia White, Millheim, Pennsylvania and 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Rose Gardens at Ann’s Choice for the care and support demonstrated by everyone over the last few months.

Services were private and internment will be at Washington Cemetery, Washington, Pennsylvania.

In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to be made to the charity of your choice.

Grace E. Ewer, of Doylestown, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at Neshaminy Manor. She was 92.

Born in Buckingham Township, she was the beloved wife of the late Howard Ewer, and daughter of the late Gilbert and Charlotte Daniels Wasser. She was also predeceased by her 7 siblings.

Grace was a longtime member of the Lahaska area, having been a member of the Lahaska United Methodist Church for many years. She retired from the Cock and Bull Restaurant after 30 years of employment. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and puzzles; however, her primary love was that of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Grace is survived by her daughter, Janice Naugle and her husband Gerald; and her sons Ronald H and his wife, Judy; and Wayne G. and his wife, Cheryl. Grace will be missed by her beloved grandchildren, Thomas Fitzpatrick, Cindy Grondahl, Scott Ewer, Shelby Ryan, Jessica Ewer and Jennifer Chase. She is also survived by her 16 great grandchildren.

Grace’s family will receive condolences on Monday, January 2, 2017 from 9:00am until her funeral service, 11:00am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 E Butler Avenue (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901. Interment will be held at Beulah Cemetery, New Britain. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions Grace’s name may be made to Lahaska United Methodist Church, Rt. 263 and Street Rd, Lahaska, PA 18931.

William J. Moore of Holland, PA, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2016 with his loving family by his side. He was 83.

He was the beloved husband of Rita B. Joyce for 56 years.

Born and raised in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia, he was the son of the late James and Catherine McDermott Moore; and, brother of the late James Moore.

A graduate of Northeast Catholic High School, Bill went on to proudly serve with the US Army during the Korean War before returning home and earning his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from LaSalle College. He went on to have a 40-year career with Beneficial Savings Bank.

In addition to his wife Rita, Bill is survived by his loving children: Susanne Pater, William Moore Jr., Marianne Duffy, Michael Moore (Rachel), and Rita Rotondo (Pete); and his grandchildren: Stephanie (Andrew), Heather, Ryan, Shamus, Jacob, Dylan, Lily, Isabella, Dennis, and Will.  He is also survived by his sister Patricia Wherman.

William’s family will receive condolences on Wednesday evening, January 4, 2017 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr Funeral Home, 800 Newtown Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954, and again on Thursday morning, January 5, 2017 from 9:45am until the start of his Funeral Mass, 11:00am at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd, Holland, PA 18966.  Interment with Military Honors will be held at Washington Crossing National Cemetery with a procession forming at 1:45pm and departing from St. Bede the Venerable Church. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Brain Tumor Society, 55 Chapel St. Suite 200, Newton, MA 02458.

John M. Tuszl Jr., of Churchville, died peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. He was 83.

He was the beloved husband of 59 years to Caroline E. Schlegel Tuszl.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, John was the son of the late John M., Sr. and Elizabeth Logan Tuszl.

John was a proud Veteran of the Marine Corps who served our country during the Korean Conflict and a graduate of North Catholic High School. John founded General Metal Company Inc. in in 1966 which is currently headquartered in Bensalem. He enjoyed working, watching the Eagles play, and spending time with his family. John will be greatly missed, but forever remembered and loved by everyone who has had the pleasure to know and love him.

In addition to his beloved wife Caroline, John is survived by his loving and devoted children: Susan C. Knecht and her husband Michael, Michael G. Tuszl and his wife Emilia, and John S. Tuszl and his wife Linda. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren: Michael (Tracy), Christie (Andy), Brian, Marisa, Johnny, Matthew, and Olivia and his great grand daughter Ariana.

John’s family will receive friends on Saturday, December 31, 2016 from 8:30am until his Funeral Service 10:30am in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Feasterville, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675.

Virginia S. Rodriguez of Philadelphia died Tuesday, December 27^, 2016 at Delaware Valley Veterans Home in Philadelphia. She was 94.

Virginia was the beloved wife of the late Walter Eugene Rodriguez.

Born in Philadelphia, Virginia was the daughter of the late Bronislaw and Victoria Wardynska Topolski, sister of the late Raymond (Ann) Topolski and was the mother-in-law of the late Frank Norman Derr III.

Virginia was originally a resident of the Bridesburg section of Philadelphia before moving to Holland. She eventually moved to Cape May, New Jersey and fostered many friendships. Virginia also worked many jobs throughout her lifetime, including at the Frankford Arsenal and with France Packaging in Philadelphia and Exide Technology in Newtown. She also worked for several years at the polls in Cape May. In her leisure, she enjoyed tending to her garden vegetables, roses and prized hydrangeas. She was very talented and knowledgeable about many subjects and “idle” was not in her vocabulary. Virginia also traveled with Walter in the United States and Europe.

Virginia is survived by her daughters, Denise L. Derr and Estelle D. Cella. She is also survived by her 5 grandchildren, Jaclyne (Brandon) Casella, Erik Derr Esq., Jamie Mitchell, Ryan Derr and Zachary Cella, her 4 great grandchildren, her sister-in-law Faith Thompson and her husband Richard, her brother-in-law Richard Rod and his wife Irma and several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing from 11:00am until her Funeral Service 12:00pm on Wednesday, January 11th in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. Virginia’s interment will follow in St. Valentine Cemetery in Bensalem.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Audrey C. Fox, of Lansdale, died peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2016, surrounded by her family at Penn Presbyterian Hospital, Philadelphia. She was 86.

Born in Detroit, MI, Audrey was the beloved wife of the late Leonard A. Fox, daughter of the late Joseph and Rosella Bronder Breier.

Audrey was a graduate of Little Flower High School for Girls, class of 1948. Audrey and the love of her life, Len, moved to Holland in 1963, where she served as school librarian for St. Andrew Parish in Newtown and initiated the school library for St. Bede the Venerable Parish in Holland. She organized church and charity bazaars for many years. In 1984 she and her husband moved to Langhorne for 2 years before retiring to Harrison, Maine. In 2008 they moved to Lansdale to be closer to family, especially grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was an avid quilter whose works of art are loved and cherished by those who received one. Her talents were known from Maine to Bucks County and were shared with family and friends. She was loved by many.

Audrey is survived by her devoted children and their spouses Joseph L. (Jeannette) Fox, Dianne (Michael) Mullin, Leonard A. Fox, Thomas R. (Colleen) Fox, and her dear sister Joyce Devlin. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren, Kristin (Lew) Goettner, Ann (Chris) Bottcher, Kathleen (Brandon) Hall; Kathryn (Dane) Martin, Matt Mullin, Mary Kate Mullin, and Peggy Mullin; and Nicole (Tim Ritchie) Fox and Joe Fox. She was the proud great grandmother of eight great-grandchildren, Katie, Tommy and Erin Goettner; Ben, Sam, and Max Bottcher; and William and Brigid Hall.

Audrey’s family will receive condolences on Friday evening from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain and on Saturday at the Olde Church of St. Andrew 130 S. Sycamore St. Newtown from 8:45 AM until 9:45 AM. Funeral Mass will commence at 10:00am. Interment will be at Our Lady of Grace Cemetery, Langhorne.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Boys Town 14100 Crawford St. Boys Town, NE 68010 or perform a random act of kindness for someone less fortunate. 

Robert J. Sullivan, of Southampton, died peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family on Monday, December 26, 2016. He was 86.

He was the beloved husband of 61 years to Betty Rubincam Sullivan.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, Robert was the son of the late Joseph A. and Margaret C. Gemmell Sullivan, and father of the late Paul R. Sullivan.

Robert was a proud combat Veteran of the U.S. Army who served as a machine gunner on legendary Pork Chop Hill during the Korean Conflict. He worked for many years as a Letter Carrier for the U.S. Postal Service before retiring in 1989 to work on his son Paul’s TastyKake business. He later left TastyKake to work as a delivery driver for 15 years at Advanced Micro Computer Systems, Inc. He worked until the age of 83, and always said that working at Advanced Micro was the best job he ever had.  

Robert was a die-hard Philadelphia sports and Notre Dame fan. He was well known, well liked, and respected throughout the community. For example, during his rehabilitation stays at the Artman Lutheran Home, he was reverently referred by his family, staff, and fellow patients alike as “the Mayor of Artman.” His son, Mark, always said that his father was the “George Bailey of Somerton – the richest man in town” (like the Jimmy Stewart character in the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life”) because he had accumulated so many friends throughout the years.

Anyone who knew Robert could personally attest that he always enjoyed a great laugh. He performed as a stand-up comedian several times at the age of 83, and was invited back one evening to be the headline act. His performances were always well received, and the club owner’s reviews could be summed up in a simple but honest phrase: “He Rocked It!!”

In his leisure, he enjoyed spending time with his family and helping them to create memories that will always be cherished in their hearts. Robert will be greatly missed but will always be remembered by everyone whose life he has touched and made shine with a smile or a chuckle.

In addition to his beloved wife Betty, Robert is survived by his loving and devoted children: Mark A. Sullivan, Esq., Robert J. Sullivan and his wife Deborah, Linda J. Dick and her husband William, Jeanne M. Sutton and her husband Thomas. He is also survived by his 8 dear grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 from 8:30am until his Funeral Service 10:15am in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. Interment will follow with Military Funeral Honors in Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA.  

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Artman Lutheran Home, 250 N. Bethlehem Pike, Ambler, PA 19002.

Richard Joseph Furch of Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania and formally Princeton, New Jersey passed away on Monday December 26, 2016 at his home with his loving wife and family by his side.  He was 80.

Richard was the beloved husband of 59 years to Judith Ann Ashton Furch.

Born in Princeton, New Jersey he was the son of the late Joseph Augustus and Mary Rousseau Furch.

Richard served in the National Guard.  He retired from Local 9 Plumbers & Pipefitters.

In addition to his wife Richard is survived by his children Lou Anne Furch, Bonnie Jean Furch Abrahams and partner Charles Lebegern, Richard Joseph Furch, II and partner Ed Hosler.  He also leaves behind his brother Frank J. Furch, and his adoring grandchildren, Ashley Nicole Abrahams Ruff with husband John Ruff and Brandon Arthur James Abrahams.

Richard is also survived by sister in laws Maryann Furch and Sharon Holcombe; his brother in law, Richard E. Reed; numerous nieces, nephews and his little Pug Miss Lilly Rose.

His services and interment will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 30S 17th Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

John E. Scheer of Richboro died peacefully on Sunday, December 25, 2016 at Holy Redeemer Hospice in Meadowbrook. He was 69.

John was the beloved husband to Sally Schoenfuss. Born in Germany, he was the son of the late Peter and Elizabeth Mayer Scheer and the brother of the late Ingeborg Scheer.

A Drexel University graduate, John majored in Metallurgical Engineering and was a longtime employee of ABB Inc. in Warminster, PA. He was an active member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for 38 years. While he loved vacationing at the Jersey shore, gardening and spending time outdoors, his love for his family was paramount.

In addition to his wife, Sally, he is survived by his two daughters and sons-in-law, Theresa and Philip Travis and Karen and Christopher Turek. He will be missed by his loving granddaughter, Violet. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Carol Norris and many cousins and nieces. John’s family would like to thank both Holy Redeemer Healthcare and Holy Redeemer Hospice for their care and support.

Friends and relatives are invited to attend his viewing on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 from 10:00am until the start of his Funeral Service, 11:00am at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 877 Street Rd. (at Knowles Ave.) Southampton, PA 18966. Interment will follow at Lawnview Cemetery in Rockledge, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St. Philadelphia, PA 19103, or to a charity of ones choice.