Carol A. Rycek, of Doylestown, PA died on Saturday, August 22, 2015, at her home with her husband by her side. She was 74.

She was the beloved wife of 33 years to Joseph J. Rycek.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Raymond Hayes and Caroline Stevenson Friel.

Carol was a graduate of Penn State University.  After her graduation she went to work for Peco, then on to Rudco Check Printers and then spent many years with Genuardi’s in the Florist Department.  In 1992 she dedicated her life to Jehovah God as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses.  She was associated with the Doylestown, PA Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.  Carol loved spending time in field ministry and sharing with others the message of Jehovah and his Kingdom.  She and her husband, Joe, enjoyed many happy times as they traveled throughout the world.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children Dana Pellegrino of Perkasie, Evan and Lana Pellegrino of Coatesville, and Darryl and Lindsey Pellegrino of Fayetteville, NC, her 2 brothers Hugh Friel Jr. and his wife Malvina of Wayne, and Richard Friel and his wife Lois of Downingtown.  She is also survived by her 4 grandchildren; Jaylyn, Gabriel, Westin and Declan, her niece Christin, and nephews; Ryan, Kevin and Steven.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Thursday, August 27, 2015 from 9:00 AM until her Funeral Service 11:00 AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Road) New Britain, PA 18901.  Her interment will follow in Beulah Cemetery, New Britain, PA. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to The Cancer Institute of Doylestown Hospital, 595 West State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901.

John Joseph Finnegan of Warminster and formerly of Hilltown, and New Britain, passed away suddenly on August 21, 2015.  He was 88. 

John was the beloved husband of 66 years to the late Henrietta A. Plum Finnegan. 

Born in Scranton, PA he was a son of the late John J. and Marguerite Davies Finnegan. 

John was a graduate of Rutgers University earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering.  He led a long, and successful career holding various manufacturing executive, and consultative positions, most notably with the former Nicolet Industries of Ambler, retiring from the position of President of the company.  John was a dedicated Executive Board Member, and Scoutmaster of the Bucks County Council of the Boy Scouts of America.  He was a member of the Doylestown Country Club, Loyal Order of The Moose, German Hungarian Club, and Doylestown Maennerchor for many years.  John was an avid sportsman, and loved hunting, fishing, playing golf, and being a spectator of Philadelphia sports, and world tennis in his later years.

He had recently become a faithful parishioner of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Parish in Hilltown, after proudly completing the R.C.I.A. Program.  John was a faithful member for nearly 40 years of ROMEO – Righteous Old Men Eating Out - Seniors Breakfast Club, which meets at the Chalfont Family Restaurant each day.  He treasured the time spent with his friends there. 

It’s simply impossible to sum up the enormity of John’s personality in just a few words.  His steadfast love and devotion for his family was immeasurable, and the void he leaves behind is vast.  He touched many lives and will be dearly missed. 

John is survived by his dearest children and their spouses: Jack and Susan Finnegan of Perkiomenville, Kathy and John Arzberger of Doylestown, and Colleen Finnegan Gross and her husband Bruce of Warminster.  He is also survived by his grandchildren: Jon, Sean, Christopher, Gretchen, Jack, and Ella; and seven great-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Gomer, and William McGinty and his sisters, Ruth Griffiths, Dorothea Stevens, and Anna Healey. 

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family from 7:00 – 9:00 PM on Thursday September 24, 2015 at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901 and on Friday Morning September 25, 2015 from 9:30 AM until his Funeral Mass 10:30 AM at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, 100 Broad St., Hilltown, PA 18927.  His interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to:  Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, P.O. Box 31, Hilltown, PA 18927

Geralyn Winner Roden, 80, of Huntingdon Valley died unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 19, 2015.

Geralyn is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 60 years, Lincoln Roden III; three daughters Melanie Winner Roden Bartlett (Frederick Henry Bartlett III), Robin Halley Roden Jones, and Valerie-Clark Roden (H. Eugene Lindemann III); five grandchildren Frederick Henry Bartlett IV, Lincoln Roden Bartlett, Emily Winner Bartlett, Kirstie Fisher Jones, Stephanie Feichtner Jones; two great grandchildren Violet Rose Bartlett and Lincoln Robert Bartlett; predeceased by her parents, Edwin Winner, Sr. and Pearl Ritter Winner, and brothers Edwin Winner, Jr. and Samuel David Winner.

Geralyn was born to the late Edwin and Pearl Winner on September 17^th, 1934 in Abington, PA. Geralyn attended Abington Friends School and Bennington College, Vermont.

Before her marriage in 1955 she pursued her career in classical ballet with the Thomas Cannon Company. Her most memorable moment was performing in Sadler’s Wells “Giselle” with Robert Helpmann and Dame Margot Fonteyn with La Scala Opera Company of Philadelphia before attending Bennington.

Geralyn married Lincoln Roden III on November 5, 1955 at Saint Thomas Episcopal Church in Whitemarsh and they resided in Huntingdon Valley happily for 60 years. Her love of family was her life’s work and to the family she was very devoted. When her family was gathered around her, Geralyn was her happiest. She was a hard working, loyal, vibrant and intelligent individual. Geralyn exuded elegance, grace, and beauty in person and soul. She was beloved by family and many friends.

A lover of nature, Geralyn along with Lincoln created stunningly beautiful perennial, azalea, and rhododendron gardens and she had a special talent for floral arrangements and arranging the décor of their home.

Geralyn has been a member of Huntingdon Valley Country Club since 1944 along with her family and husband. She was also a member of Saint Mark’s Reformed Episcopal Church in Rydal, the Old York Road Historical Society in Jenkintown, the Fan Back Questers Group and volunteered for The Red Cross.

Geralyn’s family will receive condolences on Saturday in the “Gathering Hall” lower level of St. Mark’s Reformed Episcopal Church, 1162 Beverly Rd. (@ Meetinghouse Rd.), Rydal, PA 19046 from 9:15am until her Funeral Service 10:00am. Interment will be Private.

In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to The Old York Road Historical Society, 515 Meetinghouse Rd., Rydal, PA 19046 or St. Mark's Reformed Episcopal Church at the above address.

Robert W. Hodgson, of Upper Southampton, passed away following a brief illness on Wednesday August 19, 2015 at his daughter’s home. He was 75.

Born in Freeland, PA he was a son of the late John G. and Anna Opiary Hodsgon.

A graduate of Freeland High School, Robert went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Penn State University, class of 1961. He was employed with AT & T for his entire career, retiring from the position of District Manager.

Robert was an avid sports fan. He loved watching soccer, football and baseball. He also enjoyed fishing and stamp collecting. His biggest joy was spending time with his grandchildren and family.

He will be dearly missed as a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.

Robert is survived by his children, Cathleen E. Geiger and her husband, Bernhart, of Churchville and Elizabeth A. Hartzell and her husband, Howard, of Glen Rock, PA. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Bernhart Geiger, Jr. and John Geiger and Jessica and Benjamin Hartzell. He is also survived by his brother, John G. Hodgson, Jr. and his wife, Betty, of Hazelton.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Robert’s family on Thursday August 27, 2015 from 6:30 PM until his Memorial Service 7:30 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, donations may be made in Robert’s name to the Bucks County SPCA, P.O. Box 277, Lahaska, PA 18931.

Jack M. McAfee, of Willow Grove, died unexpectedly on Monday, August 17, 2015. He was 8 months old.

Jack was born at Holy Redeemer Hospital on December 3, 2014, to his loving parents Michael T. and Julia Perkins McAfee and big sister Elizabeth Grace "Libby” McAfee.

Though only on this earth for 8 short months, Jack had a tremendous impact on his family and anyone that saw him. His contagious smile would brighten everyone’s day. Family, friends and even strangers would comment what a loving and beautiful baby he was. Jack adored his sister, Libby and shared a very special bond with her. He truly was God’s gift to us.

In addition to his parents and sister, Jack is survived by his maternal grandparents; Donald and Denise Perkins, his paternal grandparents; Michael and Betsy McAfee, his maternal great grandparents; Dale and Mary Jane Perkins and his paternal great grandfather Edward Sheehan. He was predeceased by his paternal great grandparents Elizabeth Sheehan, Charles McAfee and Lillian McAfee, as well as his maternal great grandparents George and Elizabeth Staub. He is also survived by a very large extended family and close family friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass 10:00am on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at St. David Church, 316 Easton Rd., Willow Grove, PA 19090. His interment will follow in St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont.

William H. Pullis of Green Valley, Langhorne, passed away on Sunday afternoon, August 16, 2015, at St. Mary Medical Center, Langhorne, surrounded by his loving family. He was 77.

Born in Philadelphia, Bill was the beloved husband of 57 years to Anne M. Kane Pullis. He was the only surviving son of the late John E. and Janet “Jenny” Pullis. Bill is survived by his two sons; Jeffrey M. Pullis and John C. Pullis and his wife Joan and his very special grandson Jake.

He retired after a 34 year career as a State Farm Insurance Agent, with his office located in the Torresdale section of Philadelphia. Bill was noted for the quality and compassionate service he provided his clients, of which many became life-long friends. He was most proud of his philanthropic efforts on behalf of disabled persons and most especially St. Mary Medical Center, whose many good works include the fine care they gave him over the past 30 years. Bill will be remembered for his kindness and generosity.

A memorial gathering will be held on Friday August 21, 2015 at 4:30 pm in the Chapel of St. Mary Medical Center 1201 Langhorne-Newtown Rd. Langhorne, PA 19047

If you were touched by Bill’s kindness in any way a Memorial in his memory to St. Mary Medical Center Foundation, 1717 Langhorne-Newtown Rd. Suite 300, Langhorne, Pa. 19047 would be deeply appreciated.

Rosemary Smith Teti, R.N., O.C.N., B.S.N., of Meadowbrook, died peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2015, at Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia. She was 65.

She was the beloved wife of 39 years to Ralph J. Teti.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Mildred Basal Smith and dear sister of the late William J. Smith, Jr., Kenneth J. Smith, Patricia Jackson and Anne Marie Moritz.

Rosemary was a graduate of Little Flower High School for Girls, class of 1967 and went on to receive her Nursing Diploma from Germantown Hospital School of Nursing in 1970 and her B.S.N. in nursing from LaSalle University.

Rosemary was a Registered Nurse for the past 45 years. Her career spanned from her first years with the Former St. Mary Hospital and Germantown Hospital to her more recent work over the last 20 years in private practice and also serving as a Parish Nurse for the St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Society. Rosemary was lauded for her knowledge and expertise in numerous areas including Nursing Supervision and specialized care among many others.

Her contributions to the nursing profession will continue to benefit the medical field in Philadelphia for many years to come. She will be missed as a beloved wife, sister, and loving aunt. 

In addition to her beloved husband, Rosemary is survived by several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Rosemary’s family will receive condolences on Friday August 21, 2015 from 9:00am until a Celebration of her Life at 11:00am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd.(at Holland Rd.) Richboro. Interment will be private.

Contributions in her memory may be made to Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls, 1000 W. Lycoming St. Phila, Pa 19140.

James P. Martino of Holland died peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2015, with his family by his side at Chandler Hall Hospice, Newtown after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was 53.

Born in Abington, Jim was the beloved husband of 29 years to Karen L. (Seidel) Martino. He was the devoted son of Mary D. (Angelillo) and the late Pasquale C. Martino.

Jim was a life long resident of Holland; he was a 1982 graduate of Council Rock High School. He was a professional barber since the age of 18 who followed in his father’s footsteps. Jim worked along with his father and brother Michael for many years before opening the Holland Barber Shop in 1994.

Jim was a family man, who dedicated his whole being to his wife and children; he looked forward to his time in Wildwood Crest with his family and friends and traveling with his wife and children. He also liked cars especially Mustangs and Corvettes. Jim will be remembered for his generous smile and quick wit.

In addition to his beloved wife and mother, Jim is survived by his loving children Nicholas J., Lauren A., Matthew G. (Mattu), and Christopher A. Martino; his siblings, Linda Yerkes and her husband, Gerald, Charles P. Martino and his wife Barbara, and Michael Martino.

He is also survived by several nieces and nephews; Jim was especially fond of his two nieces, Danielle Nucero (Michael) and Kelly DeRosa (John).

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings Thursday evening from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro and on Friday 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 Abramson Cancer Center, 3400 Civic Center Blvd., Phila., PA 19104.

Victor Anthony Cozza of Ivyland died Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Chandler Hall Hospice surrounded by his loving family. He was 72.

Victor was the beloved husband of 49 years to Marisa Gina Faccia Cozza.

Born in Giovanni Berta, Libya, he was the son of the late Vincent and Theresa Mingacci Cozza and the brother of the late Tony Cozza and Marie Cozza.

Victor was a long time resident of Bucks County who formerly resided in Churchville and the last 15 years in Ivyland. He was a Veteran of the US Army and was a communicant of St. Vincent de Paul Church in Richboro. Victor had worked for the Postal Service for 33 years and retired as the Postmaster in Bensalem. In his leisure, he enjoyed working around the house and spending time with his 3 grandchildren. Victor also enjoyed spending quality time with his wife Marisa traveling and going to happy hours.

In addition to his wife Marisa, Victor is survived by his daughter Michelle Keane and her husband Christopher Keane of Ivyland, his brother Frank Cozza of Florida, his sisters, Helen Robinette of California and Alice Reeder of Texas. He is also survived by his 3 cherished grandchildren, Justin, Zachary and Madison and his loyal sidekick Annie the family dog.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects to the family on Friday, August 21^st from 10:00am until his Funeral Mass 11:00am in St. Vincent de Paul Church, 654 Hatboro Road, Richboro, PA 18954. Victor’s interment will be privately held by his family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Chandler Hall Hospice, 99 Barclay St., Newtown, PA 18940.

William J. “Bill” Davis of Richboro died Thursday, August 13, 2015 at Chandler Hall Hospice in Newtown. He was 75.

Bill was the beloved husband of 52 years to Maryann T. Gresko Davis.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late William and Helen Heinz Davis.

Bill was a former resident of Warminster before moving to Richboro in 1983. He was a veteran of the US Air Force serving from 1957 to 1961, and was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Richboro. Bill had a distinguished career as salesman, specializing in anesthesia and respiratory equipment until his retirement in 2002. He was an avid sportsman and loyal fan of the Philadelphia Eagles. He enjoyed television crime dramas and especially loved cowboy movies. He will be truly missed by his family and by all who have had the pleasure of knowing him.

In addition to his wife Maryann, Bill is survived by his sons, William J. Davis of Yardley and Christopher M. Davis and his wife Amy Lynn Davis of Newtown. He is also survived by his sister Helen of North Wales and his cherished granddaughter Claire.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Wednesday, August 19th from 9:30am until his Funeral Mass 11:00am in St. Vincent de Paul Church, 654 Hatboro Road, Richboro, PA 18954. Interment with military honors will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery in Newtown at 1:00pm.

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