Lorenz P. “Sam” Anton Jr., of Doylestown, PA died on Thursday, January 17, 2019, at Doylestown Hospital. He was 82.

He was the beloved husband of 59 years to Frances Arcade Anton.

Born in Thief River Falls, MN, he was the son of the late Lorenz P. and Dorothy Fuller Anton and brother of the late Thomas Anton.

Lorenz grew up on his family’s dairy farm in Minnesota and had a strong work ethic both on the farm and in the classroom.  He was an exceptional student and in his senior year was offered a scholarship to study Veterinary Science; however, he declined, because he wanted to see the world.  He loved to be outdoors and was good with his hands which quickly landed him a job working as a welder on the gas pipe line and where his fellow workers gave him the nickname, “Sam”.

Sam’s work on the pipeline led him north and eventually to Pennsylvania where he met Frances and fell in love. It wasn’t long before they were married and settled in to Bucks County. He took a job with Sylvan Pools in the early 1960’s and worked with them for many years as well as other pool companies in the area before joining Penn Walt Fabricating. After retiring from Penn Walt, he decided to continue with the pool business, this time with his sons. In 1994 they started Anton & Sons Pools.

Although work was a large part of his life, his family was the most important.  He loved to cook for his family and friends but rarely used or believed you needed a recipe. He spent his free time and weekends going to his sons’ and grandsons’ hockey and football games, and even worked the sidelines as part of the chain gang to get closer to the action “n that”. His love of family and good nature will always be treasured.

In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his three children; Thomas Anton of Perkasie, Theresa Frekot and her husband Jeffrey of Middletown, PA, and Timothy Anton and his wife Cheryl of Doylestown, his two sisters Janice Semanko of Fargo, ND and Carol Anton-Kooyer of Dilworth, MN. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Ryan, Jarod, Dylan, Joseph and Danielle (Zach) Boyette.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing from 9:00 am until his Funeral Service at 11:00 on Friday, January 25, 2019 in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 241 East Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd,) New Britain, PA 18901.  His interment will be held privately. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Doylestown Health Foundation, 595 West State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901.     

Eugene H. O’Keefe of Perkasie and formerly a long time resident of Upper Makefield passed away on Thursday, January 17, 2019 at his home.  He was 91. 

Eugene was the loving husband of the late Erika Theissen O’Keefe. 

Born in Queens, NY he was the son of the late Charles and Margaret Buhl O’Keefe and brother of the late Charles and Margaret O’Keefe.

Gene was a graduate of the University of Bridgeport and proudly served with the United States Army during the Korean War.  He led a long career as a pharmacologist with Bristol Meyers Squibb, retiring in 1994. 

Gene was very involved with youth sports having coached baseball, softball, and soccer and he was a Cub Scout Pack Leader.  A lover of anything and everything outdoors, Gene especially loved hiking, hunting and fishing both locally and in the Adirondacks.  He will be dearly missed as a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. 

Surviving are his children Timothy G. O'Keefe of Perkasie and Heather Murphy (Walter) of Perkasie; his brothers and sister-in-law, Neal and Barbara O’Keefe and Howard O'Keefe; and  his grandchildren, Justin O'Keefe and Erika Murphy

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family from 6:00 – 8:00 PM on Friday, January 25, 2019 and to his Funeral Service 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954.  His interment will follow in Newtown Cemetery.  

For those desiring, donations may be made in Gene’s name to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163.

Michael C. Coluzzi of Philadelphia and Holland died on January 17, 2019. He was 31.

Born in Philadelphia, Michael was the devoted son of Kenneth D. Coluzzi and his wife Karen Coluzzi and Deborah Bucolo Flowers and her husband Leon.

Michael was a long time resident of Bucks County. He was a graduate of Pennsbury High School, class of 2005.  After serving his 4 year apprenticeship in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local # 98, he went on to work on many construction projects in the Delaware Valley area. 

Michael enjoyed fishing with family and friends at the Jersey shore, his happiest time have been with his beloved daughter Audriana.

In addition to his parents, Michael is survived by his precious daughter Audriana and her mother Nicole Pagano. His siblings; Nicole Ruggeri and her husband Nicholas, Renee Hanna and her husband Frank, Tara Joyce and her husband Rob, Daniel Coluzzi, Grace, Erik and Ross Hansen. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews; Ali, Christian, Alyssa, Alaina, Alex, Brayden, Adeline, Oliver, Chase, Freddy and Charlie.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Wednesday evening January 23, from 6:00 pm to 8:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd.(at Holland Rd.) Richboro and on Thursday morning at St. Bede the Venerable Church 1071 Holland Rd. Holland, from 9:30am until his Funeral Mass 11:00am.  Interment will be private.

Contributions in his memory may be made to the Audriana Coluzzi Educational Fund c/o 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. Richboro, PA 18954.

        Doris C. Mann died peacefully on Wednesday, January 16, 2019, at the Birches in Newtown. She was 90.

        Born in Philadelphia, Doris was the beloved wife of the late James A. Mann and daughter of the late Maurice and Clara Wilbert Holdsworth, sister of the late Maurice Jr. and Wilbert Holdsworth.

       Doris was a graduate of Frankford High School, class of 1947. She and Jim were high school sweet hearts, married in 1948 and spent 66 wonderful years together. Doris was the President of James A. Mann Inc., a commercial construction company that she and her late husband started in 1959 and operated for several decades. They spent many happy summers with their family and grandchildren in Longport, NJ, and enjoyed winter vacations to Marco Island, Fla.

       Doris was a woman of faith and was an active member of the Rebecca Circle of St. John’s United Methodist Church, Ivyland. She and her late husband instilled life long Christian values to their children and grandchildren. The Mann family would like to thank the staff at the Birches of Newtown, Roz DeShields of Trusted Care and Kindred Hospice for all kindness and support they gave to Doris. 

       Doris is survived by her dear children and their spouses Carol M. Clift and her husband David M., and Joyce C. Finley and her husband Robert, She is also survived by 5 dear grandchildren; David R. Mann (Rose Marie), Allison Podrasky MaCauley (Dr. Michael J.), Lauren Podrasky, Kelly Finley  and Andrew Finley, also surviving are 4 dear great grandchildren; Molly, Joshua, Connor and Ryan. She is also survived by her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Edmund Mann and Ethel White.

       Relatives and friends are invited to attend a celebration of her life on Tuesday, January 22, from 9:45 am until 10:45 am followed by her Funeral Services 11:00am at St. John United Methodist Church 820 Almshouse Rd. Ivyland, PA. Entombment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville.

       In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to St. John United Methodist Church, at the above address.      

Christina Marie Carey, of Doylestown, died peacefully in the early morning of Wednesday, January 16, 2019, surrounded by loved ones after battling breast cancer. She was 28 years old.

Born in Rome, NY, she is the daughter of Jeffrey R. Edwards, and his wife, Joyce and Danielle Billetz Reppert and her husband, Jim.

Through her strength and compassion, Christina touched the lives of many people. Her life was driven by her artistic self-expression and infinite devotion to her family. Christina was an adventurer, strong-willed in her beliefs, and never backing down from a challenge. She was an amazing baker and considered herself a “foodie”. She will be remembered for her quick witted sense of humor and an infectious, beautiful smile. Christina will be forever loved and so dearly missed.

She was, and will always be, a loving wife to Brannon Carey; beloved mother to Jaxon Jameson and Avaleigh; and “Daddy’s Girl” to Jeff. In addition to her husband, children, and parents, Christina is survived by her brother Nicholas Miller; her sister, Jordan Miller; her grandparents, Katherine Edwards, Graham and Sandra Keough, Richard McGuire and Bernie Billetz; her mother-in-law, Pauline Carey, her brothers, Allen Sauerwine, Xavier Vasko and Zaccery Reppert, and her Aunt Susie and Uncle Mike and several cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Sunday, January 20, 2019 from 2:00pm, until the time of her Funeral Service, at 3:00pm, at the Joseph A. Fluehr, III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Avenue (at Sandy Ridge Road) in New Britain, PA 18901. Christina’s interment will take place privately.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Christina Carey may be made to the College Fund for her children through the Pennsylvania 529, www.UGift529.com, for Jaxon J. Carey, code Z9V-26L, and Avaleigh G. Bickings, code N1J-L5H.

Rodney Dwayne James passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was 40.

He was the beloved husband of Jaime James. Married on 10/10/2010, the couple shared 8 wonderful years of marriage.

Born in Seneca, SC, Rodney is the son of Dennis and Dixie Roach James. He is predeceased by his maternal grandparents Charlie and Frances Roach; his paternal grandparents Jessie and Louise James; Aunt Frances Pruett, Uncle Harvey James, Uncle Bob James, Aunt Faye James and Mac, Rodney’s retired explosive detection canine and beloved family guardian whom the family lost in 2017.

Dating back to Rodney’s childhood, he had a lifelong love of the Atlanta Braves and the game of baseball. No matter what city he called home throughout the years, he found a way to watch and listen to his Braves’ announcers.

In addition to his wife and parents, Rodney is survived by his cherished daughters Ally and Aubrey James; and will be missed by many special aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Thursday, January 24, 2019 from 6:00-8:00pm and again on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM, when a time of sharing will occur, at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954. His interment with military honors will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA.

Of Hilltown, James J. Healy passed away suddenly January 15, 2019, age 79. He is survived by his beloved wife, Nellie, of 55 years. Loving father to James (Giray), William (Mindy), Melissa (Vince), Kathy (James). Cherished grandchildren Heather, Meghan, Amy, Jordan, Billy, Katie, Ben.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family from 5:00-7:00pm on Friday, January 25^th in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 241 East Butler Ave, New Britain, PA 18901 and on Saturday, January 26^th from 10:00am until his Funeral Service 11:00am in St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1530 Augsburg Dr, Hilltown, PA 18927. James interment will follow in St. Peter’s Union Cemetery in Hilltown.­­­ 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to: Von Hippel Lindau Disease, vhl.org/donate.

James Jones passed away peacefully with family present on January 14, 2019 in Newtown, PA. He was 93.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the beloved husband of the late Agnes Rogers Jones for 70 years, and son to the late Clyde and Anna Wasson Jones.

James was a former resident of Iselin N.J., later moving to Texas before settling in Yardley PA in 1994. He worked his entire career in the railroad industry as an accountant. He traveled extensively with his wife Agnes and loved cruising.

He proudly served his country in the Coast Guard during WWII. James was a cherished Father and Grandfather who loved his family and friends and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

James is survived by his two loving children; Deborah Agnes Jones and James Jones and his wife Denise, as well as his two grandchildren; Christopher Jones and Stephanie and Carmen Napoli.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 from 11:00 AM until his Funeral Service 12:30 PM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd., Richboro, PA 18954. His interment will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in James’ name may be made to Chandler Hospice, 99 Barclay Street, Newtown PA 18940 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to Homeless Veterans 119 South Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038.

It is with great sadness that the family of William “Bill” Mauro announces his passing on January 14, 2019, at his Ivyland residence at the age of 80. Born in Blawnox, PA, he was the son of the late William P. and Lucy M. Ferrone Mauro and the brother of the late John Mauro. Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years Nan Brennan Mauro, his children, Elizabeth Barry (Edmond), Jennifer Ehresman (Eric), Gregory Mauro (Catherine) and Molly Manney (Francis). He is also survived by his brother Gerry Mauro (Terri), his sister-in-laws Gloria Mauro and Judy Brennan and his 6 grandchildren: Mackenzie, Will, Aiden, Connor, Kyle and Emily.  

A popular administrator, educator and basketball coach, Bill taught in Cinnaminson, NJ and Abington, PA before his 36-year career at Council Rock High School where he made enduring friendships with colleagues and students.  Bill also coached basketball at Montgomery County Community College and Bucks County Community College. An active volunteer in Northampton Township, Bill served on the Parks & Recreation Board, volunteered for the American Heart Association and coached many youth sports teams.

A lifelong athlete, Mauro graduated from North Catholic High School and the University of Pittsburgh where he lettered in basketball, made it to the NCAA Tournament, led the Panthers in best free throw percentage in a single season (87.7) for 29 years and was a team captain.  He earned his Master’s Degree in Education from Temple University and his Administrative Certificate from the College of New Jersey.

Bill had an infectious smile and a competitive spirit.  He was an avid golfer from the age of 12 and had a passion for cooking.   He also loved family gatherings, traveling abroad, and visiting Hilton Head Island, SC each year. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings, Sunday evening, January 20^th, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954 and on Monday, January 21st, at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 654 Hatboro Rd., Richboro, PA  18954 from 12 Noon until his words of remembrance 1:15pm followed by his Funeral Mass 1:30pm. Bill’s interment will follow at the Newtown Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to William P. Mauro Scholarship Fund, c/o of First National Bank, 832 2nd St. Pike, Richboro, PA 18954.                                

Carol A. (Fox) Keyser of Southampton, PA passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2019 with her loving family by her side at Holy Redeemer Hospital in Meadowbrook, PA.  She was 81.

Carol was the wife of the late Arthur W. Keyser Jr.

Born in Newfield, NJ she was a daughter of the late Thomas C. and Helen Lowery Fox, and sister of the late Calvin Fox.

Carol was first and foremost a devoted wife and mother who found the most pride in taking care of those she loved.  She was also a long time member of the Davisville Church in Southampton, PA.

One of Carol’s greatest treasures was her second home in Ocean City, NJ where she not only grew up but was fortunate enough to spend much of her time with family and friends all throughout her life.  She will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

Carol is survived by her children, Warren Keyser and his wife, Kathleen, of Newtown, PA, Wayne Keyser and his wife, Barbara, of Lansdale, Beth Keyser Schroeder and her husband, Kevin, of Townsend, DE, and Tyler Keyser and his wife, Nicole, of Warminster, PA.  She also leaves behind her sister, Lynn Touchette and her husband, Henry, as well as her nine grandchildren, Elizabeth, Amy, Sarah, Hank, Calvin, Taylor, Grady, Megan, and Jace.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM and to her Funeral Service at 11:00 AM at the Davisville Church, 325 Street Rd., Southampton, PA 18966.  Her interment will follow in Lawnview Cemetery, Rockledge, PA.

In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to Christ’s Home, 800 York Rd., Warminster, PA 18974.