Thomas N. Waid (aka “Farmer” ) of Doylestown, passed away surrounded by his loving family at his residence on Saturday October 3, 2015. He was 57.

Born in Philadelphia he was the son of the late Nathan I. and Gloria Stott Waid.

Tom was raised in Feasterville and graduated from Neshaminy High School. He went on to work for Magnaflux in Trevose for 10 years. Thereafter he led a long 30 year career with UPS, with a route in and around Southampton.

An avid outdoorsman, Tom was always up for just about anything, whether it was hunting and fishing or his yearly trips to the Outer Banks, of North Carolina with friends and family.

Tom will be remembered by all who knew and loved him as a loving brother, uncle, and friend who was devoted to his many nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed.

Surviving are his sister, Nancy Cziriak and her husband, Werner, of Warrington; his nieces and nephews, Steve Laphen and his wife, Amanda; Dr. Jeffrey Laphen and his wife, Heather; William Laphen and his wife, Eileen; Megan Cziriak; and Kurt Cziriak. He also leaves behind eight great-nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited on Wednesday, October 14^th to Talamore Country Club, 723 Talamore Dr., Ambler, PA 19002 for a celebration of Tom’s life. There will be a time to greet the family from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service following. His interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom’s memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS, 66675 or to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Thomas B. Konowalczyk of Ivyland, died peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2015, at his home. He was 55.

Born in Philadelphia, Tom was a resident of Bucks County all of his life.

He was the devoted son of Anthony C. and Dorothy M. Widdows Konowalczyk; He is the dearest father of Bradley T., Brett H., and Bryce C. Konowalczyk.

Tom was a graduate of Council Rock High School, class of 1978 where he played football and baseball. He attended Bucks County Community College. Tom enjoyed being with people and was in sales for many years for Blatt Tire Co. During his career he received many awards for his excellence in communication and sales.

Tom loved life; he thrived for adventure, and was a fun guy to hang around. Tom enjoyed landscaping, golfing and traveling with family. He was an avid Philly sports fan and looked forward to working on anything with an engine. He will be sadly missed by his big family and many friends.

In addition to his 3 sons and parents, Tom is survived by his 2 brothers; John A. Konowalczyk (Connie), Craig J. Konowalczyk as well as his 2 sisters;, Lynn M. Kopacz (Paul) and Cindy M. Scipione (Bruno). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Tom’s family will receive condolences on Saturday October 10, 2015 at St. John United Methodist Church 820 Almshouse Rd. Ivyland from 1:00pm until his Memorial Services 2:00pm. Interment will be private. 

Russell T. Braun of Furlong, a unique and wonderful person of 28 years ended his life after a long battle with depression on Friday, October 2, 2015.

Russell was the loving son of Jim and Beth Chapman Braun and best friend and brother to Kelly Braun.

Russell had Asperger’s Syndrome and it was the defining aspect of his life. He had a loving heart, a brilliant mind, a dry sense of humor and a troubled soul.

Russell attended Central Bucks West and graduated from Widener University with a degree in Informational Technology.

In addition to his parents and sister, Russell is survived by his grandparents, Patricia Chapman of Doylestown and Vic and Marilyn Braun of Arizona, He is also survived by his aunts and uncles; Dave, Becky and Colin Chapman, Barb and Jerry Thoreson, Rich, Holly, Matt and Zach Chapman, Carol, Rich, Alex and Brad DeRamon, Ken, Robin, Taylor and McKenzie Braun and Vickey, Michael and Miles Kennedy.

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday October 24, from 10:00am until Russell’s Life Celebration at 11:00am, in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18940.

Condolences and thoughts about Russell may be sent to CaringBridge.com. or Contributions in memory of Russell may be made to Widener University-Office of Development, One University Place, Chester PA 19011.

We will miss Russell’s’ wit and unique perspective on life. He made our world a brighter place and we love him and will miss him greatly. “Rest in Peace Russell.”

John J. Kalata of Richboro, PA died peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2015, at Attleboro Health Care, Langhorne. He was 67.

He was the beloved husband of Carolyn Saravo Kalata for 45 years.

Born in Stanley, WI, he was the son of the late Casimir P. and Helen Stangret Kalata.

Mr. Kalata was a resident of Richboro for 37 years. After attending Girard College, he went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from LaSalle College, Class of 1969. He continued his education by attending evening class and received his Master’s of Business Administration from Drexel University in 1976. Before his retirement in May 2014 he was Corporate Controller at Sparks Exhibits in Philadelphia for many years.

He enjoyed fine woodworking, carpentry and all types of home renovations. He also liked a good round of golf and was a devoted Eagles fan. Through his outgoing personality, John became an instant friend to everyone he met. He will be sadly missed as a loving husband, father, brother and friend to all who knew him.

In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his two children, Josh Kalata and his fiance, Marilyn Malin, of Moorestown, NJ and Courtney Kalata Jost and her husband, David, of Hatboro, PA. He is also survived by his brother, Charles C. Kalata and his wife, Vera, of Philadelphia and his sister-in-law, Mildred Tarquinio of Philadelphia.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings on Sunday evening, October 4, 2015, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM and Monday, October 5, 2015, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road), Richboro, PA and to his Funeral Mass 11:00 AM at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966.

Entombment will take place at New St. Mary Cemetery, Bellmawr, NJ.

Anton Geiger, of Doylestown, PA died on Tuesday, September 29, 2015, surrounded by his loved ones. He was 92.

He was the beloved husband of 61 years to Johanna. In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his four children, Angelika Geiger and her husband David Monedero of San Francisco, Johanna Sheppard and her husband Gary of New Derry, PA , Gabriella Cucinotta and her husband Frank of Hamilton Square, NJ , George Geiger of Doylestown, PA, as well as his sister Benita Schwele of Warminster, PA and additional siblings in Germany. He is also survived by his 5 grandchildren Jason, Danielle, and Alyssa Sheppard and Christina and Marissa Cucinotta.

Born in Zell, Germany, Tony was a Master Cheese Maker. Once in the U.S., Tony spent much of his career with DelRan Builders as a master carpenter. A talented artist, he also painted, sculpted and created unique furniture. What he cherished most was his family.  

His family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 10:00am until his Funeral Service 11:00 AM at Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. His interment will follow in Union Cemetery, Richboro.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Doylestown Hospital Hospice or The Cancer Institute of Doylestown Hospital, c/o 595 West State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Paul A. Barras of Chalfont passed away following complications from a sudden heart attack on Tuesday, September 29, 2015. He was 40. Paul was the beloved husband of 5 years to Emily S. Barras and the loving and adoring father of his two boys, Joey and Casey Barras.

Born in Philadelphia in 1975, he was a son of Ronald E. and Mary Theresa Higgins Barras and attended St. Ephrem School and Bishop Egan High School.

An avid Philadelphia sports fan, but soccer was Paul's passion right up until the end. He played soccer his entire life, most recently for PA Rush Soccer Club, and coached youth soccer at Upper Moreland Soccer Club and PA Rush as well. He was a role model in the game for his many nieces and nephews. The youngest of six children Paul had a rich and diverse love of music spanning many decades and genres.

Paul worked in Information Technology holding positions with Jones of New York and most recently at Toll Brothers. His gentle and friendly way made him a natural in desk side support because he loved nothing more than to help others in their time of need, whether they be coworkers or family and friends.

In addition to his wife, children, and parents, Paul is survived by his siblings, Ron E., Jr. and his wife, Kathy, Tim and his wife, Barb, Rob and his wife, Patty, Mike, and Rosemary Moran and her husband, John; his sisters-in-law, Sarah S. Philo and her husband, Jeremy and Molly Roberts and her husband, Scott; and his mother and father-in-law, Susan and Joseph Sager. Paul also leaves behind countless Aunts, uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews, extended family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to the celebration of Paul’s life on Tuesday October 6, 2015 beginning with a time to greet the family from 9:00 AM until his Memorial Service 11:00 AM in the Grand Ballroom at Normandy Farm Hotel and Conference Center, 1401 Morris Rd., Blue Bell, PA 19422. His interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory at https://www.gofundme.com/s74s5zgc .

Marion Bruce Shakely of Warminster died peacefully in the evening on Saturday, September 26, 2015, at Doylestown Hospital. She was in her 88th year. Surrounding Marion were all her children, other members of her family, and a close friend, all praying, crying, laughing, and sharing memories.

Born in Point Breeze, South Philadelphia, Marion was the only child of Philip A. and Marion Bruce (nee Roth). In November of 1929, as the small family prepared to move to one of the first rowhomes in Philadelphia's Mayfair section (then largely still semi-wild open space), tragedy struck when Philip, a member of the Philadelphia Police Department, was killed in the line of duty. The widow, her 18-month-old child, and other family members fulfilled Philip's dream and completed the move. Mother Marion, "Nana" to her grandchildren, resided in the home until the mid-1970s; the Bruces were one of the earliest families in Saint Bernard parish in Mayfair.

On a blind date (when she was in college) Marion met her husband-to-be, John A. "Tioni" Shakely. In 1964, Marion and John moved their small family into a brand-new home in the Hartsville Park section of Warminster Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The Shakelys became members of Nativity of Our Lord parish, Warminster, in that year. Marion traveled extensively, including through the American West and Caribbean as well as to England, Scotland, Germany, Italy, and Greece. She was committed to Saint John Paul the Great and to the Culture of Life.

Marion worked for the old Snellenburg’s and Strawbridge & Clothier department stores, as a technical copyeditor for electronics manufacturer Philco Corporation, and for First Pennsylvania Bank, all in Philadelphia; but she regarded her true and noble vocation to be as a loving wife and loving mother.
 
Marion was proud to be a graduate of Saint Bernard School (in 1942); Mount Saint Joseph Academy, where she studied on scholarship at the original Chestnut Hill campus (1946), and the University of Pennsylvania (1950). At Penn, where she also studied on scholarship, she was a Kappa Delta sorority sister while studying political science and journalism.

Surviving Marion are her daughters Marion Wedo, Alison Nahrgang (spouse, Matthew), and Samantha Aboud (Robert); sons William and Joseph Shakely; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Marion's loved and loving husband, John, long a teacher at Central Bucks High School West, and employee in Pennsylvania's "State Store" system, preceded her in death in 2001.

Celebration of Marion’s funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, October 3 at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 585 West Street Road, Warminster, PA 18974. There will be no viewing, per her wishes, however relatives and friends are invited to greet the family at the church beginning at 9:00 AM. Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Cheltenham Township will be her place of earthly rest.
 
The Shakely family warmly thanks the staff of Doylestown Hospital for the professional and compassionate care provided to Marion.

Please consider donating, in lieu of flowers, to a charity performing corporal works of mercy in the name of our Lord. The Holy Family Home, administered by the Little Sisters of the Poor (littlesistersofthepoorphiladelphia.org), was one of many charities that Marion supported. She also created the John & Marion Shakely Charitable Fund with the Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia (catholicfoundationphila.org) to provide scholarship assistance to students at Archbishop Wood High School.

"Requiescat in pace, Mom. Requiescat in pace, Gram."

Elizabeth “Betsy” (nee McGinley) Schluth, of Richboro passed away peacefully on Sept. 24^th. Beloved wife of Frank C. Schluth; dearest mother of Frank R., Robert W. (Mary), Stephen D. (Rosanna), and Kevin C. (Kristin); and doting grandmother of Katie, Zach, Tim, Ana, Maggie, Kyra, Eva, Sophia, and Charlie. She is also survived by her sisters, Kay Messa and Jeanne Donahue; her sisters-in-law, Carol Robinson and Rita McGinley; and countless nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewings, Monday 6:00-8:00pm in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954 and on Tuesday at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd., Holland, PA 18966 from 10:30am until her Funeral Mass 11:30. Int. All Saints Cemetery, Newtown.

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

Mary L. Formica of Richboro and formerly a long time resident of Newtown passed away on September 21, 2015.  She was 79.

She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Formica and mother of the late Joseph J. Formica, Jr.

Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Lillian Leible Schrier.

Mary graduated from Little Flower High School with the class of 1954.  She went on to meet and marry her husband and together they raised their seven children. 

Mary enjoyed crocheting and would often share her blankets, sweaters, etc. with friends and family.  She loved to garden, dance, and sing at Church as well as spending time with her family and friends at the beach in Brigantine, NJ.  Above all else, she will be remembered for her steadfast love and devotion for her family who will miss her dearly. 

Mary is survived by her dear children, Cynthia Hendricks and her husband, Robert, of Texas, Jeffrey Formica and his wife, Angie, of Texas, Gary Formica and his wife, Kathy, of San Jose, CA, Lisa Rentz and her husband, Ken, of Newtown, John A. Formica and his wife, Julie, of Chalfont, and Michael C. Formica and his wife, Angela, of San Jose, CA.  She also leaves behind nine adoring grandchildren; her sisters, Catherine M. Kubiak of Richboro and Alma E. Sicilia of Huntingdon Valley; and her sister-in-law, Rita Schrier. 

In addition to her husband and her son, she was preceded in death by one sister and four brothers.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Saturday, October 3, from 9:45 to 10:45 AM at St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19136with her Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM.  Her interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary’s name to American Stroke Association, 5455 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43216.

Gloria J. Surline of Holland died on Sunday, September 20, 2015, at Attleboro Health Care. She was 72.

Born in Norristown, she was the beloved daughter of the late Helen Kobrzynski Galzinski. Gloria was a resident of Holland for the past three decades. She was proud of her Polish heritage and enjoyed cooking her Polish specialties at the holidays for family and friends. Gloria loved pets, especially her beloved cats. She will be sadly missed by her devoted family.

Gloria is survived by her dear children; Jack Surline and his wife Kathy, Wayne Surline and his partner Dwayne Dunleavy, and David Surline, one sister Lorraine McDermott. She is also survived by 3 dear grandchildren; Kelli, Danielle and Christen.

Gloria’s family will receive condolences on Wednesday September 23, from 12 Noon until her Memorial Service 1:30pm, at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd.(at Holland Rd.) Richboro. Interment will be private.

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