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.

Lori B. Adams of Philadelphia died peacefully on Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Jeanes Hospital with her loving family by her side.  She was 37.

Lori was the beloved wife of Byron A.  Adams.

Born in Abington, she was the loving daughter of William J. and June C. Stewart Appel.

Raised in Warminster, Lori was a 1999 graduate of William Tennant High School, where she had also been a “Senior Sweetheart” nominee.  She went on to graduate from West Chester University in 2003, earning her degree in Education.

Lori’s first position following college was as administrative assistant for Bohler Engineering and she went on to lead a long career in healthcare.  She served as Hospital Program Coordinator for Hahnemann University Hospital and most recently was Senior Program Coordinator for Temple University’s department of Graduate Medical Education.  She loved music and art and was a talented makeup artist, sharing her talent with many.

There aren’t enough words to describe a person like Lori. To put it simply, everyone just loved her.  Whether it was in her professional or personal life, she was quick to make friends everywhere.  She was adventurous, had an infectious smile, and possessed a fun personality, quick wit, and tenacity that kept everyone around her smiling. If you met Lori once, you were a friend for life and she was happiest when spending time with family and friends, especially her daughter.  Her love and devotion for Delaney was without measure.

Lori’s illness was brief and treatments were tough but she will be remembered for the bravery and grace she displayed as she took on the fight for her life.  She was always showing more concern for those around her than herself, and was often the one comforting everyone else. Her inspiration will be treasured and remembered by all who knew and loved her.

In addition to her husband and her parents, Lori is survived by adoring daughter Delaney Adams.  She also leaves behind her dear sister and best friend, Jennifer J. Appel as well as countless extended family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Monday, January 21, 2019 from 4:00 – 8:00 PM  at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954.  Her services and interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory maybe made to “The Delaney Adams Educational Fund”, c/o the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd., Richboro, PA 18954.

Dorothy V. Price passed away peacefully on Friday, January 11, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was 81. Dorothy (Dot or Dotty) was the beloved wife of 54 years to the late Raymond Price.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Victoria (nee Zielinski) Baranek and the sister of the late Edward and Thomas Baranek.

Dorothy was a former resident of the Fishtown and Torresdale communities in Philadelphia before moving to Holland in 1970.  She was a parishioner of St. Bede the Venerable Church in Holland. She worked for US lead, Garret Metals, and Dr. Dombkowski. She enjoyed dancing, baking, reading, yard care, and family vacations including camping.

Dorothy will be remembered as being a loving mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who came to know her. She is survived by her loving children; Raymond V. Price and his wife Irona, Victoria L. Chinnici and her husband Christopher, and Robert J. Price and his wife Annemarie, as well as her 3 grandchildren; Megan, Craig and Erin.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Saturday, January 19, 2019 from 9:30am until her Funeral Mass 10:30am in St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd., Holland, PA 18966. Her interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Friends of the Twp Library of Library of Lower Southampton, 1983 Bridgetown Pike, Feasterville, PA 19053-4493, or to the VFW National Home for Children, 3573 S. Waverly Road, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827.

Howard Michael Haines of Ivyland, PA died on Friday, January 11, 2019, at Doylestown Hospital, Doylestown. He was 60.

Born in Trenton, New Jersey, Michael as he was known was the beloved son of Howard and Vivian Miller Haines. He was a life long resident of Bucks County, formerly living in Penns Park and Rushland.

Michael was a graduate of Council Rock High School and Middle Bucks Vo-Tech, class of 1976, were he excelled in mechanics. After graduation he worked for several years as a Heavy Equipment mechanic for Better Materials, Inc. in Rushland.  Michael had a life long dream of being his own boss, and pursued and accomplished that starting his own Independent Contracting business and has been doing so for the past 30 years.

Michael was his own person; he loved people, places and was an avid outdoorsmen. He so enjoyed hunting, motorcycles, boating and fishing in the Somers Point area of New Jersey. He was a great listener and story teller; he always had time for family and friends. He was a communicant of St. Cyril’s Parish in Jamison and the Union County Sportsman Club. His will to live was very evident, he was a cancer survivor in his early 20’s, only to have the cancer return, he tried hard but unfortunately, could not win this battle.

His firm handshake, friendly smile and twinkle in his eye, will be sadly missed by his devoted family and many friends.

In addition to his parents, Michael is survived by his 3 devoted brothers, J.K. Haines (Kevin), Christopher C. Haines and Donald E. Haines, all of Ivyland.

Michael’s family will receive condolences on  Wednesday evening January16th from 5:00  pm until his Funeral Mass 7:00 pm at St Cyril of Jerusalem Church 1410 Almshouse Rd. Jamison.  His interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Cyril’s Memorial Fund Society, 1410 Almshouse Rd. Jamison, PA 18929 or Alliance Cancer Specialists, 599 W. State St., Suite 312, Doylestown, PA 18901.

John J. Neiley, Jr. of Newtown passed away on Friday, January 11, 2019 at Chandler Hall Hospice.  His loving wife and family were by his side. John was 46. 

John was the devoted husband of Karen Stewart Neiley with whom he had shared 19 years of marriage. 

Born in Philadelphia he was the son of Carol Pierson Neiley and the late John Joseph Neiley, Sr. 

John attended Nativity of Our Lord School, Archbishop Wood High School for Boys and Temple University School of Engineering.  He was employed by Cryo Technologies as a Senior Project Engineer, a job he truly loved.  As such he traveled to China, Poland, Russia, and throughout the United States.  Although he enjoyed traveling and trips to the shore with his family, John was a homebody.  He and Karen loved DIY projects and spending time with the boys in their own backyard, swimming in the pool, gardening, and often inviting his family and friends for a barbecue.  John was also an avid fan of Temple and Philadelphia Sports teams.  He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.           

In addition to his wife and sons, Logan and Sean, John is survived by his mother and sisters, Carol Ann McDonald (Dennis), Maggie Mullen (Dave), Diane Neiley Doody (Joe), Jennifer Neiley (Dominick Paciolla), and Amy Neiley.  He also leaves behind his mother-and father-in-law, Donald and Sandy Stewart and his sister-in-law, Lisa Stewart. 

Relatives and friends are invited to gather and celebrate John’s life on Friday, January 18, 2019 from 10:00 AM until his Memorial Service at 12:00 PM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954.  His interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, an education account is being established for John’s sons.  Contributions may be made out to “Benefit account for the children of John Neiley” and mailed to Cryo Technologies at 241 N. Cedar Crest Blvd., Suite 1, Allentown, PA 18104.

Lynn R. Brictson Wood, age 67, passed away peacefully at home on January 10, 2018, following a lengthy illness, which she fought with her characteristic determination and grace.   Born in Mason City, Iowa, she graduated from Waukegan Township High School in 1969, then went on to Illinois State University where she earned her degree in special education.  Lynn touched the lives of countless colleagues, families, and students in her 44 years as a special educator in Bristol Township School District.  The first to arrive, the last to leave long after the school day ended, her humor, creativity, and devotion made “Miss Lynn’s” elementary classroom a very special place to learn and grow.  The bright light in every room, Lynn was always quick to smile, to laugh, to make the best of every situation, and to see the best in everyone. Her dedication to her students extended beyond the school day through her 40+ years of coaching and coordinating the Bristol Township Special Olympics program and serving on the executive committee at the county level.   Never one to sit idle, Lynn was at various times an avid skier, scrapbooker, quilter, and beloved member of the Relentless Red Dragon Boat team.

Lynn is survived by her mother, Marilyn Johnson and her husband Milton Johnson, sister Cynthia Brictson, Cynthia’s children Allie and Chad, Chad’s wife, Chrissy, and daughters Keira and Sairsha.  She was predeceased by her father, Richard Brictson, brother James, and husband of 26 years, Steven Wood.

A celebration of Lynn’s life will be held on Saturday, January 19 at the Joseph A. Fluehr, III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road, (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA, with a Welcome beginning at 12:30 pm and a service at 1:30. Her interment will take place privately.

Donations to support the Special Olympics program in Bristol Township would be a lovely way to honor Lynn’s memory; contributions should be payable to “Special Olympics/Truman High School,” and mailed to Truman High School, Attn: Tom Delaney, 3001 Green Lane, Levittown, 19057.