Phyllis J. Burns of Levittown died Thursday, February 25, 2016 at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne. She was 79.

Phyllis was the daughter of the late Janet Wadsworth Burns and mother of the late Linda Jean Barnes.

Phyllis was a long time resident of Rockledge before moving to Levittown in 15 years ago. She was a dedicated mother and grandmother who devoted much of her life to raising her three adoring grandchildren. She will be dearly missed.

Phyllis is survived by her children, Scott Allen Barnes, Randall Phillip Barnes and Dwain Olin Barnes, all of Levittown. She is also survived by her brother Richard S. Burns of Elkins Park, her sister Janet Andress-Magee of Northfield, NJ; and her 3 cherished grandchildren, Jonathan Barnes, Andrew Barnes and Addalynn Pickering.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing from 10:00 am until her Funeral Service 11:00 am on Monday, February 29^th in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Avenue (at Sandy Ridge Road) New Britain, PA 18901. Phyllis’s interment will follow in Doylestown Cemetery in Doylestown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Greater Philadelphia Autism Society, 1020 W. Sawmill Rd., Quakertown, PA 18951.

William T. Kilbride, Navy Veteran of World War II and formerly of Mayfair, died peacefully on Wed. Feb. 24^th at Wood River Village.

He was the beloved husband of the late Florence (nee Campbell) and the father of the late Claire Kilbride.

He is survived by his loving children, Kathleen Schaffling (William) and Paul Kilbride (Donna), his brother Paul M. Kilbride, 5 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Monday from 9:30am until his Funeral Mass 10:30am at St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 5400 Hulmeville Rd., Bensalem, PA 19020.

Interment in Our Lady of Grace Cemetery, Langhorne, PA.

Beryl B. Hoff, of Chalfont, PA formerly of East Stroudsburg, PA died on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at Wesley Enhanced Living. She was 83.

She was the beloved wife of the late William J. Hoff.

Born in Newtown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Marion E. Worthington Bellmeyer and sister of the late Harold D. Bellmeyer.

Beryl grew up in Newtown and was a 1950 graduate of Council Rock High School and then went on to Central College in Pella, Iowa. After graduating with a BA in teaching she remained in Iowa for a year to teach. After returning home she took a position with the Upper Moreland School District at the North Willow Grove School and then in 1963 she took over the 6^th grade teacher position at Kutz Elementary, where she remained for over 24 years.

In retirement, Beryl continued to be very active. After moving to the Poconos in 1987 she and Bill enjoyed playing golf in the area and in South Carolina during the winter.  She worked as a golf starter in the Poconos and after Bills' death she volunteered for the VNA Hospice of Monroe County.  For her, it was the best of both worlds.  She loved to help people and she loved golf and she was most happy when she was able to bring the two together in the annual VNA Hospice Golf Outing that she organized.  Beryl ran the outing for 11 years and was proud to have raised over $100,000 during her tenure.  She was also involved in her church, the Analomink United Methodist Church and volunteered around the church and their various events.  Even though her days seemed to be filled with work, she always made time for family and friends.

Throughout her life Beryl gave to others.  She gave her time, her knowledge, her dedication and her heart.  Her selfless acts of love and charity will always be appreciated by her family and friends and those that received the benefits of her hard work.

She is survived by her sister Lois B. Lynch of Chalfont, her nephew Darryl Bellmeyer Sr. of Quakertown, her great-nephew; Darryl Bellmeyer Jr. and his wife Lori of Doylestown and her great-niece Christa Beam and her husband Alan of Sellersville. She is also survived by her great-great-niece Paige and her two great-great-nephews Owen and Gavin.

Her family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, March 12, 2016 from 9:30am until her Funeral Service 11:00am at Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church, 321 W. Butler Avenue, New Britain, PA 18901.  Her interment will be held privately. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the VNA Hospice of Monroe County, 502 VNA Road, East Stroudsburg PA 18301 or Analomink United Methodist Church, Cherry Lane and Highway 191, Analomink, PA 18320.

Jane B. Coffey, of Chalfont, PA, formerly of Huntington, NY, died on Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at Doylestown Hospital. She was 81.

She was the beloved wife of the late Albert J. Coffey, Jr. who died in 1996.

Born in Queens, NY, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Bernadette Karl Herrmann.

She is survived by her children; Kevin and Ronnie Coffey of Highland Falls, NY, Karen J. Coffey of Chester Springs, PA, Curt and Susan Coffey of Chalfont, PA, and Kyle and Tanya Coffey of Greenlawn, NY.  She is also survived by her 8 grandchildren, Veronica Coffey, Juliet Coffey, Sean Coffey, Allie Coffey, Rebecca Coffey, Erica Coffey, Ryan Coffey and Colette Coffey Le Fer and one great-grandchild; Hewett Coffey.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Thursday, February 25, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until her Funeral Mass, 11:00 am at St. Jude Church, 321 West Butler Ave. Chalfont, PA 18914. 

Her interment will be on Friday, February 26, at 12:00noon at the Huntington Rural Cemetery, 555 New York Ave., Huntington, NY 11743. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Doylestown Hospital, 595 W. State St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

Pasquale J. Mangione, Jr. of New Hope died Monday February 22, 2016 at Aria Hospital Torresdale. He was 87.

Born in Philadelphia, Pat as he was known, was the beloved husband of 59 years to the late Rita E. (nee Schiavo), and son of the late Pasquale J. Sr. and Rose Baldino DiPietro.

Pat was born and raised in South Philadelphia; he was a graduate of South Philadelphia High School, class of 1946 and received his degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania in 1952. After graduation went to work as an aeronautical engineer for the United States Navy and had an illustrious career lasting 38 years at locations in Philadelphia and Trenton, New Jersey. After his retirement from his career for the Navy, Pat continued as a consultant for 10 years with AERA in Yardley, PA. Pat was a resident of Holland for 23 years before moving to Buckingham Springs in 1995 and was a communicant of St. Bede the Venerable Parish and continued to be a parishioner even after moving to New Hope.

Pat’s family came first and foremost and his late wife Rita was the sparkle in his eyes, next came his children and their families. He looked forward to the many happy times they had at the Jersey shore playing card games and even taking time for a game of chance at the casino. Through the years Pat and his family, including his sister and her family took trips to many wonderful places. He was loved by many; he kept close contact with his colleagues from the Navy and would have breakfast with them once a month. Pat was an avid sports fan and looked forward to watching the Eagles and Phillies games, bowling and playing golf with his friends. He will be deeply missed by his loving and devoted family and his many friends.

Pat is survived by his devoted family; Pasquale J. III and his wife Kathleen, Michael A. and his wife Linda, Lisa M. LeBlanc and her husband Harvey, Rita E. Menzen and her husband Bruce, Carl W. and his wife Christine, Michelle A. Modica and her husband Michael and David C. and his wife Maria. He is also survived by his sister Marie DiGiovanni, 12 grandchildren; Angela (Josh), CJ (Danielle), Kyle (Kristin), Christina (Joe), Nicholas (Valerie), Tracy(Dan), Pasquale J. IV, Dina(Alex), Courtney, Taylor, Danielle, and Marissa and 9 great grandchildren; Cameron, Carter, Cody, Connor, Jaxon, Pasquale J. V, Porter, Winter and Beckett.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings Sunday evening February 28, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and on Monday from 8:15 am to 9:15 am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro and to his Funeral Mass 10:00 am at St. Bede the Venerable Church, Holland. Interment will follow in St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 5455 N. High St. Columbus Ohio 43214

 

 

Joan L. Halloran, of New Hope, formerly of Staten Island, died on Saturday, February 20, 2016, at St. Mary Medical Center, Langhorne, PA. She was 67.

Born in Staten Island, New York, she was the daughter of the late Theresa O'Rourke Halloran.

Joan grew up in Staten Island and was a 1966 graduate of St. Joseph Hill Academy and then continued on to receive her Radiological Technician degree.  She began her career at the New York Infirmary and worked at several institutions prior to retiring in 1988 when she was with Richmond Medical Associates in Staten Island.

Those who knew Joan knew her passion for animals, especially cats.  Joan was always taking care of cats. It didn’t matter if it was a stray, hurt or simply a cute one that needed a home she was always willing to take one in.

In 2009 she moved to New Hope to be closer to her family and enjoyed the time she had with her grandsons who will miss her dearly.

She is survived by her two daughters; Mary Colleen Alexis of Washington Crossing and Kelly Wade and her husband Rich of Washington Crossing PA, her 2 sisters MaryAnn Knets and her husband Egons of Clayton, CA and Elizabeth Shields and her husband Walter of Charlotte, NC. She is also survived by her 2 dear grandsons; Sean and Ryan and her former husband James Alexis of Lambertville, NJ.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass, Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. in St. George's Roman Catholic Church, 1370 River Road, Titusville, NJ 08560 where her family will receive everyone following the Mass.  Her interment will be held privately. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Bucks County SPCA, PO Box 277, Lahaska, PA 18931.

Unabridged Eulogy given by Ken:

 

Thank you Father for permitting to share a few words and reflections about Dad as part of this Eucharistic celebration. 

My commentary, may do a little disservice, as a bulk of the discussion  will reflect on events which occurred over the past three years of a most beautifully life lived of eight six years.

 

Before I go into my diatribe, lets reflect that today is a day of much sadness and emotion, but it is also a day of much joy and celebration.   On the glass is half full side we Celebrate the life of Donald James Sullivan:  A life Lived Well. 

We take heed in the words in Psalm 23 The Good Shepherd; and in John Chapter XI where he writes:

     “ I am the resurrection and the life;

        Whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live,

        And everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. 

So my story, and I’m sticking to it, goes back three years to Port Saint Lucie Florida.  Dad’s journey with Congestive hearts problems began to take an uptick in January 2013. 

There was compensation for the build up of fluids in systems, which were controlled by medicine, which than led to dehydration and complications to his kidneys.  At this point Dad was in the weeds.  

When confronted by this and having to return home from Florida, I thought about how do you make sure you truly share the thoughts you have for a person without holding back.  If Dad was to snap back, I wanted to leave something for him to read. 

So I sat in the kitchen, and looking over the lake in their back yard in PGA Village, I wrote him this letter.  I’d like to share it with you: 

 

Dear Dad: 

It was good spending the time with you last week.  While it was a pleasure spending time with Mom and yourself, I was sorry to see the manner in which you were struggling a bit health wise. 

I hope this letter finds you feeling a better.  Try to stay true to the routine of eating, taking your meds, and getting whatever exercise you are strong enough for. 

My other disappointment was that you were not well enough to get up before I left, because I had some things I wanted to say, and the exchange just never took place ( I understand) 

Knowing that I am not for a loss for words, I am going to have Christopher and Gregg share this with you when it arrives.  This is the true reason for my note, and not the healthcare directive I outlined above. 

I wanted to take the time to express my gratitude to you for all you have done for me, the collective us (the family) , and the manner in which you have lived your life and have been an example to me over the years. 

You worked hard your whole life, and gave everything and anything you could. 

While there are many fond memories: Your exploits on the Basketball court, Softball field, and Four Wall Hand Ball Court; Your vacations and travels to Europe and Beach locales galore; The Family together both in the Bronx, and Ridgewood, the Castle Hill pool, the Jersey Shore, Hilton Head; Teaching me to play sports or drive a car (You remember the Chrysler Imperial with the imaginary brake pedal on the side where you were sitting).  

While these were all experiences and little vignettes that played out, here are some of the things that stand out the most: 

You and Mom provided me with not only the greatest sense of right from wrong, but taught me how to live my life with the utmost integrity and to treat others with dignity and respect . 

You provide me with a path, a faith journey, with Jesus Christ which is the greatest gift fondationally any Mom and Dad could provide their child. 

 You taught me the meaning of the words Love and Sacrifice, and what the sacrament of marriage truly is when played out properly. 

If someone were to ask me about you, two thoughts would come to mind:

1. My Dad is a man of unconditional Love.
2. Throughout my Life, my Dad was always there for me, and  “I NEVER HAD TO ASK” whatever the circumstances.

 

While I’ll see you again soon in March, begin to feel better.

Just wanted you to know how much I Love you, and how “PROUD” I am to have you as my father.  I’ll close for now, in the same manner in which you have signed all your cards over the years: 

                        “With All My Love”

Respectfully,

Ken

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Before I go on, Just an editorial note:  Please insert the words We for I; Us for Me, Our for My because everyone in this chapel felt the same way. 

In addition, when I speak publicly for business, I generally do not use notes or stand behind a podium.  This was all a cheap trick so that I could plow though this without getting too emotional.  Please don’t look unkindly on me if I cant look up.  

Fast forward till today three years later, Dad convalesced and recovered from his illness.   God continued to teach us through Dad/Donald’s life. 

Over the next three years, there was a decision to move north from Florida.  The last stop on the train was a two year stint spent up in Bucks County with my family.  

As I described a series of experiences and fond memories  as I outlined  in my letter, those experiences were again overshadowed by what I saw with my eyes and felt in my heart. 

While there were no longer days at the beach anymore more (So to speak) , there were many good days, up until the last couple of months.  

I saw Dad live his to the fullest, and try to be strong at all times. I saw the same gentle man, his smile, and an occasional korney joke at the dinner table. 

Through my wife and children, I saw an embracing lot, who not only did the tangible things of renovating a house to accommodate my parents needs, but filled that home with a true love and support. 

Through my Brothers there was always a caring word, support, and prayer, 

Through Mom (Still directing traffic for the family), She was there every day.  Despite a bad back, and often in pain, with the exception of one day with a twenty four inch snow fall, she was there at the hospital and rehab hospital to share her love and support for her beloved husband.  

Thank you God, for all of this. 

When arranging this funeral you are handed a bunch of death certificates for use in a variety of financial and administrative purposes. 

-          The Local Registrar’s cause of death reads:  Respiratory failure; End Stage Cardiac arrest.

-          Ours reads:  Donald James Sullivan:  A Life lived well.

 

So in closing, We thank God for the gift of Donald James Sullivan , and we entrust him into your Love and Care in Heaven. 

Rest In Peace.

 

Obituary below:

Donald J. Sullivan of Newtown and formerly of Ridgewood, NJ and Port St. Lucie, FL passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2016 at St. Mary Medical Center, Langhorne with his loving wife and family by his side. He was 86.

Donald was the beloved husband of 59 years to Constance D. Williams Sullivan.

Born in New York, NY, he was a son of the late Joseph and Helen Hyland Sullivan, and pre-deceased by his sister, Virginia Hughes.

Don was a proud member of the United States Army, having served during the Korean War. He later led a long career as a photo engraver, working for the New York Post, the Long Island Press, and the New York Times, his career having spanned over 40 years. Together with his wife he was a faithful parishioner of St. Helena’s Church in the Bronx, NY, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Ridgewood, NJ, and St. Bernadette’s Church in Port St. Lucie, FL.

Don was an avid sports fan and was especially fond of the Brooklyn Dodgers, the New York Mets, and the New York Giants, he was also an dedicated fan of Notre Dame teams.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Kenneth Sullivan and his wife, Christine, Christopher Sullivan and his wife, Katie, and Gregg Sullivan and his wife, Angelique. He also leaves behind his brother, Gerald Sullivan and his wife, Beverly, and his grandchildren, Patrick, Kelly, Lauren, Kevin, Meghan, Riley, and Madeline. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Thomas Hughes.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 AM on Thursday, February 25, 2016 in the Our Lady of Queen of Peace Chapel at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 10 W. Stevens Ave., Hawthorne, NY 10532-2205. His interment will follow in the adjoining cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Don’s name to the American Heart Association, 5455 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43214.

Elizabeth Ann Covaleski Mascoli, of Holland died peacefully on Sunday, February 21, 2016 at St. Mary Medical Center, Langhorne, PA. She was 87.

She was the beloved wife of 58 years to the late Carmine C. Mascoli, Ph.D.

Born in New Britain, CT she was the daughter of the late Albert and Alice Moley Covaleski. She is survived by her brother, Edmund Covaleski of Newington, CT, her sister, Eleanor Covaleski of Newington, CT, and her sister, Aliceann Bailey of Plainville, CT.

Elizabeth was a graduate of New Britain High School, New Britain General Hospital School of Nursing, and did postgraduate work at Teachers College of Connecticut, New Britain. She graduated with honors from the University of Connecticut, Storrs, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in psychiatric nursing.

Elizabeth was an avid reader of literature and biography, and her interests included world news and U.S. politics, solving crossword puzzles, working in her garden and hosting dinner parties for family and friends. She and Carmine traveled frequently by air and sea to destinations in the Mediterranean, most often to Italy to wine, dine and dance under la bella luna.

Elizabeth is survived by her loving and devoted children; Thomas P. Mascoli and his wife Elizabeth of Fair Lawn, NJ, Lisa A. Hanssen, Esq. and her husband Tore of Southampton, PA, Susan E. Mascoli and her companion Philip Light of Glouster, NJ, James C. Mascoli of Holland, PA, and Mary M. Donagan and her husband Edward of McFarland, WI. She is also survived by her 9 loving grandchildren, Julie, Julian, Melvin, Alex, Tony, Nicky, Max, Elisse and Aidan.

Elizabeth’s family will receive friends on Friday, February 26, 2016 from 10:00 am until her Funeral Mass 11:30am at the Church of St. Andrew 81 Swamp Rd. Newtown, PA 18940. Interment will be conducted privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to MD Anderson Cancer Center at www.mdanderson.org or to the Disabled American Veterans at www.dav.org

 

Vincent A. Formica, a 45 year resident of Holland, died peacefully on Sunday February 21, 2016 at Saint Mary’s Medical Center, Langhorne.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the beloved husband of the late Dolores E. Zimmerman Formica for 56 years. He was the son of the late Sylvester and Anna Checchia Formica.

Vince lived in San Diego, CA, Warminster and Holland. He was a graduate of North Catholic High School. Vince attended the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, and proudly served four years in the Navy. He was a 2-bar Lieutenant in the Korean War and served as a Navigator. After he left the Navy, he earned his degree in Electrical Engineering from Drexel University.

Vince had a lustrous career at the Naval Air Development Center (NADC) in Warminster for 38 years where he jointly invented and was awarded three patents, he retired in 1996.

Vince was a communicant of St. Bede the Venerable Parish, Holland. He enjoyed golfing with his wife and many friends at Northampton CC and Neshaminy Valley CC. He also loved watching golf and football, especially the Philadelphia Eagles.

He was a family man. Nothing made him happier than to be surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren. He was generous, a wonderful role model, an accomplished but humble man. He will be missed tremendously by his family who loved him so very much.

Vince was the devoted and loving father of Dolores C. “Dee” (Salamone) Chavanon and her husband Pascal, Deborah S. Formica-Anella and her husband Anthony and Vincent L. Formica and his wife Kathleen. He was the loving grandfather of Anthony L. Salamone (Emily), Michael V. Salamone (Nicholl), Danny C. Salamone, Ashley M. Salamone, Christine D. Anella, Ryan A. Anella, Stephen V. Anella, Vincent Formica and Brian Formica.

He was also the Great Grandfather of Giovanna M. Salamone, Anthony L. Salamone, Danny J. Salamone, Rocco A. Salamone and Annabella C. Salamone. Vince is also survived by his brother, Robert Formica.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Tuesday March 1, 2016 from 10:00am until his Funeral Mass 11:30am at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Road, Holland. Interment with Military Honors will follow at St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions in his memory to the National Kidney Foundation, Inc., 111 S. Independence Mall East, Suite 411, Phila. PA. 19106 (www.kidney.org).

David F. Farren of Churchville died peacefully on Saturday February 20, 2016 at St. Mary Medical Center, Langhorne after a courageous battle with Lung Cancer. He was 65.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the beloved husband of 39 years to Rosanne Mirabella Farren, son of the late Richard and Frances Lyons Farren.

David was a resident of Northeast Phila, before moving to Churchville 17 years ago. He was a graduate of Roman Catholic High School, class of 1968 and received his Bachelors of Arts Degree from LaSalle University. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era.

David retired from the United States Postal Service in 2008 after 35 years, being committed to public service, David went on to work for the Northampton Township Police Department as Communications Clerk and had just retired in January after 8 years.

He was a communicant of St. Vincent de Paul Church in Richboro, an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed all of the Philadelphia sports teams. He will be sadly missed not only by his loving family and friends but his colleagues at the Post Office and Northampton Township Police Department.

In addition to his beloved wife David is survived by his daughter and son; Jennifer and her fiancé John Russell and Jeffrey and his wife Monica. Brother of Michael and his wife Sandy and Patricia and her significant other Jim. David was the proud grandfather of Shane, Emery, Luke and Esme. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Wednesday February 24, at St. Vincent de Paul Church 654 Hatboro Road from 9:30 am until his Funeral Mass 11:15am. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.