Tina Marie McCusker 55 of Deptford, NJ passed away on Friday, November 18, 2016 in Pennsylvania.

Tina was the beloved wife of 27 years to Terrence McCusker, and the beloved Mother to Rachel and Matthew McCusker.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the loving daughter of Thomas Rybczyk and the late Dorothy Thomas Rybczyk.

Tina was a former resident of Philadelphia before moving to Deptford, NJ in 1989. She was a graduate of the Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia and was an educator at the Pine Acres Early Childhood School in Wenonah, NJ. She was a devoted mother and wife and in her leisure she enjoyed cooking and quality times spent with her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by all who know her.

Tina is also survived by her loving sisters, Denise Bancroft (Phil), Valerie Bean (Jeff), Michele Carolan (Fran), brother, Thomas Rybczyk, nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing from 9:00am until her Funeral Service 10:00am on Wednesday, November 23^rd in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. Tina’s interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery in Bensalem. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Susan G. Komen Cancer Foundation, 125 S. 9^th Street, Suite 202, Philadelphia, PA 19107.

Anne M. Haberkern of Jamison, died peacefully at home on Friday, November 18, 2016. She was 72.

She was the beloved wife of Richard M. Haberkern, Sr.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Martin and Margaret Barry Kirvulka. Anne was a devoted wife and mother and enjoyed the time spent with her family. She was a lifelong member of St. Matthews Church in Philadelphia where she worked in the school lunchroom.

In addition to her husband, Anne will be greatly missed by her children and their spouses, Richard M. and Andrena Haberkern, Gregory H. and Ann Haberkern, Andrea M. Haberkern and Christina M. Haberkern; and her grandsons Gregory and Ryan. Anne is also survived by her sister Margaret Guckin.

Friends are invited to gather on Monday, November 28 from 10:30 am until the start of her funeral service 11:30am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd, at Holland Rd, Richboro, PA 18954. Interment will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Anne’s memory to Holy Redeemer Hospice 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046.

Jerome L. Cuccia of Newtown passed away with his loving wife and family by his side on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne.  He was 77. 

Jerome was the beloved husband of 57 years to Patricia Callahan Cuccia. 

Born in Queens, NY he was the son of the late Jerome and Anna Marx Cuccia. 

Jerome was a resident of Plainsboro, NJ before relocating to Newtown 18 years ago.  He led a successful 42-year career with Citibank in New York City, working his way up to the position of Vice President at the time of his retirement. 

Jerome enjoyed gardening and was a lover of animals, especially his dog, Baron.  He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother.  He will be dearly missed. 

In addition to his wife, Jerome is survived by his children, Jerome L. Cuccia III and his wife, Cyndie, Michael J. Cuccia and his wife, Janet, Jean P. Nycz and her husband, James, and Linda Morehouse and her husband, Mark.   He also leaves behind his sister, Lucile Weir and his ten adoring grandchildren. 

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 from 10:00 AM until his Funeral Mass 11:00 AM at the Church of St. Andrew, 81 Swamp Rd., Newtown, PA 18940.  His entombment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jerome’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Phyllis M. Frattone of Richboro, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 16 2016, surrounded by her loving family. She was 79 years old.

She was the devoted wife of Raymond T. Frattone for 59 years.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, she was the beloved daughter of the late Raymond Slemmer, Gladys and George Footit, Sr. and dear sister of the late George and Gail Footit, Jr.

Phyllis graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School and was a member of a sorority group that remained close for over 60 years. She was proud of her work as an LPN and loved helping her patients, though her family and pets were her greatest priority. She loved her family trips to the Outer Banks each year, dinner gatherings with friends and family and cooking.

In addition to her husband, Phyllis is survived by her children and their spouses, Lynda Frattone, Raymond and Sheila Frattone, Thomas and Jennifer Frattone and Christine Frattone and Brian Nickett.

Fondly known as “Magna”, she will be greatly missed by her 10 grandchildren Christopher, Jamie, Shauna, Angela, Ray, Frankie, Danielle, Christylynn, Kif and Laina along with her five great grandchildren Cade, Delaney, McKenzie, Lincoln and Zach. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Phyllis’ family will receive friends on Wednesday, Nov. 23 2016 from 9:00 am until the start of her funeral service, 10:00 am at Calvary Chapel of Philadelphia 13500 Philmont Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19116. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Cemetery 25 Byberry Road Huntingdon Valley PA. 19006. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Phyllis’ memory to an animal rescue of one’s choice.

Lawrence A. Hauler, 86, of New Hope, passed away on November 15, 2016

Born in Newtown, Pennsylvania, he was a lifelong resident of Bucks County.

An avid athlete, Larry played baseball and was an all-county halfback on the football field in high school.

Upon graduating from Council Rock High School in 1948, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Korea and Japan during the Korean War. During his three years of service, he received three bronze stars, the National Defense Service Medal, the Army of Occupation Medal, the Korean Service Medal, and the Army Good Conduct Military Medal.

After the war, he returned to school, graduating from Lock Haven College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education. Later, he earned his Master of Arts in Education.

Larry had a 35-year career as an elementary school teacher in the same district in which he went to school as a youth, teaching fifth grade and then third grade at Richboro Elementary, Churchville Elementary, Rolling Hills Elementary, and Wrightstown Elementary Schools.

His love of children and teaching made him a well-known favorite for decades.

His career as a schoolteacher allowed Larry summers off, which, for him, meant having a successful house painting business, which he maintained for many years.

Known for his outgoing personality and take-charge attitude, Larry was a natural born leader and typically was the first to raise his hand to organize any project, or group of friends or colleagues.

It was a surprise to no one that upon retiring from teaching, Larry devoted his life to volunteerism.

From 1996 to 2016 he was dedicated to helping give the gift of sight via Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (VOSH)/PA, and made trips to Trinidad, Tobago, Mexico, Cuba, and Guatemala to help provide eyeglasses to impoverished villages.

Larry was the first “Citizen of the Month” recipient in Northampton Township, served as President of Northampton Township Lions Club for three years, and was honored by the Lions with the Melvin Jones award for his loyal service.

He was also a three-time winner of the annual Van Essen award, the highest service award given to optometry volunteers.

Ever the educator, even after “retirement” Larry continued to teach, as a chess tutor, a youth bowling coach, and as a math instructor at Council Rock SAGE (Senior Adults for Greater Education).

For ten years he participated in Operation Stand Down, an annual weekend event that supports veterans who are in need of help, many of whom have lost their way and are homeless.

He was a long-time choir member at St. John’s United Methodist Church, and for more than 50 years was a member of Newtown Masonic Lodge #427.

Larry was also an award-winning bowler, bocce player, dart enthusiast, and football fanatic.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ruth Magee Hauler, and his children: Jack Hauler (Meg) of Malvern, Glenn Hauler (Michael Lauff) of Philadelphia, and Valerie Hauler Haenn (Thomas) of Jamison; two grandchildren: Katherine Hauler of New York City and Lauren Haenn of Jamison; a sister, Gertrude Delano of Levittown; and a brother, Charles Hauler, of Spring Hill, Florida. He is preceded in death by his son Jeffrey Hauler.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Larry’s family from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Sunday, November 20, 2016 at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, 18954 and to his memorial service at 10:30am on Monday, November 21, 2016 at St. John’s United Methodist Church, 820 Almshouse Road, Warminster, PA 18974. At a later date, a private interment will occur at the Washington Crossing National Cemetery.

The family requests that donations be made to VOSH/PA, c/o Paul D. Halpern O.D, 544 Haws Avenue, Norristown, PA 19401, or to any organization of the donor’s choice.

Betty Jane Maurer, of Warminster, died peacefully at home Tuesday, November 15, 2016 with her family by her side. She was 87.

She was the beloved wife of 68 years to late John Maurer.

Born in Allentown PA, she was the daughter of the late Viola and Harry Neill and sister of the late Allen and Richard Bell and Catherine McMordie.

Betty resided in Philadelphia for 44 years prior to living in Warminster for 43 years.

Betty was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother and took great pleasure in sharing time with them.

She is survived by her daughter Patricia Hunter and her husband Steve of Warrington and her son Michael Maurer of Warminster.  She is also survived by her 3 grandchildren; Joseph J. Maurer and his wife Barbara and their daughter Anne Sophia, Kristen Tricia McCarthy and her husband Joseph and their daughters Alexandra Joella and Aubry Lynn and Heather Nicole Hunter. 

Funeral service will be announced at a later date.

Anita S. Shea, of Chalfont, PA died on Monday, November 14, 2016, surrounded by her family.  She was 84.

She was the beloved wife of 31years to late James R. Shea who died in 1989.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Anna Schulz Stanton, grandmother of the late Michael, sister of the late Ruth and the late Robert.

Anita lived in Maple Glen for over 40 years where she raised her family.  She worked as a secretary for St. Alphonsus Church for over 25 years.  Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.  For the last nine years, Anita moved with her daughter in Chalfont to be closer to her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her seven children; Anita-Marie Shea of Chalfont, Donna Cushing and her husband Michael, of Chalfont, Susan Rinaldi and her husband Richard, of Skippack, James Shea and his wife Daniela, of North Wales, Christine Wassel and her husband Joseph, of North Wales, Thomas Shea  and his wife Patricia, of North Wales, and Terrence Shea and his wife Laura, of Lansdale, her four brothers Richard Stanton of Florida, Donald Stanton and his wife Maryanne, of North Wales, Joseph Stanton and his wife Ceil, of Philadelphia, Thomas Stanton of Ardsley, and her sister Justine Plefka and her husband Fred, of Horsham.  She is also survived by her 18 grandchildren John, Kate, Shea, Bryn, Chase, Brady, Flynn, Jacquelyn, Brittany, Anna, Cara, Colin, Jack, Julia, Brian, Megan, Jimmy and Melania. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Friday, November 18, 2016, from 9:30 to 10:45AM and her Funeral Mass will celebrated at 11:00AM at St. Alphonsus Church, 33 Conwell Drive, Maple Glen, 19002.  Her interment will follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19104.

Anthony J. Russo of Feasterville, died peacefully on Monday, November 14, 2016, with his family by his side. He was 81.

He was the beloved husband of Barbara Yungblut Russo.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Michele and Lucia Scrignola Russo, and father of the late Anthony J. Russo, Jr. He was the brother of the late Helen Leonardo, Mary D’Imperio, Anna Constantino, Lucia Addario and Michael, Albert, Daniel and Joseph Russo.

He had been a resident of Feasterville since 1973 and a member of Assumption BVM Church since 1973.

He had been employed with Coca-Cola, working his way up from the bottling assembly line to a tractor trailer driver. He retired in 1990 after 39 years. Anthony loved to work with his hands and could fix or build just about anything. He was an active member of the Local 830 Teamsters Retirees. Spending time with his family was always of greatest priority and he cherished the time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to his devoted wife, Anthony is survived by his loving daughters and son-in-law, Jeanette DiFlorio, Theresa Russo, and Irene and James Sweigert. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Kristina DiFlorio, Anthony Russo III (Michelle), Michael DiFlorio, John Gray III (Candance), Ashley Pope, Alec Eisele, Devin Sweigert; and his great grandchildren, Celina, Robert, Liam, Theodore, Anthony, and Foster. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and his daughter-in-law Lisa Pope.

Anthony was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend who will be missed by all whose lives he touched.

Anthony’s family will receive friends on Saturday,  November 19, 2016 from 9:00am until the start of his Funeral Mass 10:30am at Assumption BVM Church, 1900 Meadowbrook Rd. Feasterville, PA 19053. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery.

Margaret “Marge” Heinemann of Newtown passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2016 at her home with her loving husband and family by her side. She was 86.

Margaret was the beloved wife of Edward Heinemann.

Born in Philadelphia she was the daughter of the late John and Deborah Harris Badman.

Margie wasn’t only the beloved wife of Edward but a devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She made every holiday a special event for our family. Her support and guidance was there when needed and provided a safe and secure feeling to those whom she loved. Margie loved traveling and enjoyed her time down the shore.

May she rest among the angels and make the flowers bloom in the spring and the sun shine on the worst days.

In addition to her husband, Margaret is survived by her children, Barbara Heinemann-Edwards (Tom), Edward Heinemann Jr. (Patricia), Teri Heinemann-Dobrowolsky (Jack), and Fred J. Heinemann; her brothers Charles Bademan (Kay), and Robert Badman; her grandchildren, Thomas Edwards (Jeanine), Tara Weaver (Matt), Kristopher Edwards (Kristen), Marie Heinemann, Kristine Malloy (Ryan), Jeannie McGee (Jason), Jack Dobrowolsky, Freddie Heinemann, Jr., Alexandra Heinemann, Brian Dobrowolsky, Zachary Heinemann, and Amber Heinemann; and her great-grandchildren, Tommy, Hannah, Molly, Kieran, Matthew, Cayden, Cullen, Addison, Quinn, Madelyn, Harper, and Eleanor.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Margaret’s family on Friday, November 18, 2016 from 8:30 – 10:30 AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954 and to her Funeral Mass 11:00 AM at The Church of St. Andrew, 81 Swamp Rd., Newtown, PA 18940. Her interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, Newtown.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, 34^th St., and Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104 or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.

Albert P. Roeper, 100 years of age of Newtown, PA passed away surrounded by his loving family on November 13^th 2016.

Born in Astoria NY, he lived an amazing life that saw him be part of the development of in-flight refueling, the rockets that took us to the moon and defended our country, and the automobile airbags that protect our families every day. He would be the first to say that his greatest accomplishment in life was his loving partnership with Ruth – his wife of 73 years – and his devotion to his family and friends.

“Al” lived in Lower Makefield for 40 years and was a resident of Pennswood Village, Newtown since October 2003.  He was a graduate of Pace University, a W.W.II veteran of the Signal Corps and a Captain in the Air Force. He started work at the Bank of New York in 1933. At the time of his retirement in 1983, he was Vice President – Finance and a director of Thiokol Corp. and a director of Morton International. He was active in the Financial Executives Institute as well as in the Institute of Management Accountants serving as Chapter President and National Director. He was a member for fifteen years and Chairman for seven of the Pennsbury Joint School Building Authority and served on the Lower Makefield Township Planning Commission for 20 years being its Chairman for many of those.

He was an active member of the Lutheran Church, serving as a youth counselor for many years followed by membership on a number of Synodical Committees as well as being a delegate at a number of National Conventions. For the last thirteen years he was a member of the Interdenominational Congregation at Pennswood.

He is survived by his wife Ruth; daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and John Tracey of Yardley, PA; son and daughter-in-law Robert and Lori Roeper of Yarmouthport, MA; grandchildren, John P. Tracey and wife Sonja of Westport CT; Amy Tracey of New York; Jessica Roeper Duncan and husband Jared of Severna Park, Maryland; and great grandchildren, Juliet, Jackson and Jaden Tracey; Wyatt and Gwendolyn Duncan; and Ella Tracey. He is also survived by his brother Louis who lives in Sayer, Pennsylvania. 

Interment was held in the Chapel of Peace, Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville, PA.  A Memorial Service will be held in Penn Hall at Pennswood Village, 1382 Newtown-Langhorne Road, Newtown, PA 18940 on January 7, 2017 where friends and family are welcome to celebrate his life.