Betty Jane Knobel of Souderton passed away on Friday, December 12, 2014 surrounded by her family at her home. She was 86.

          Betty is the beloved wife of J. Wallace Knobel for 47 years.

          Born in Westfield, New Jersey she was the beloved daughter of the late Theodore and Florence Mereness Wichern, and sister of the late Joyce Evans.

          Betty was a faithful member of Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church for over 30 years where she served as a Deacon. She also spent 12 years serving the Philanthropic Educational organization (PEO) where Betty helped to raise funds for young women’s education. Betty’s working life included 20 years as an Executive Assistant to the treasurer at Paramount Packaging in Chalfont, PA. In her leisure, Betty enjoyed golf, tennis, playing Bridge, as well as traveling.

          In addition to her husband J. Wallace, Betty is survived by her children; William Tucker III and his wife Sandra of Stockton, NJ, Sheryl Grievo and her husband James of Stockton, NJ, Robert Tucker and his wife Barbara of North Wales, PA and Catherine Oxenreiter of Souderton, PA. She is the grandmother of 7 and great grandmother of 8.

          Betty’s family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, December 20, 2014 from 10:00 am until her memorial service at 11:00 am in the Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church, 321 West Butler Avenue, New Britain, PA 18901. Her interment will be held privately in Fairview Cemetery, Westfield, NJ.

          In lieu of flowers, donations in Betty’s memory may be made to Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church, Memorial Fund, at the above address or Habitat for Humanity-Philadelphia, 1829 North 19^th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121, www.habitat.org.

         John L. Smith, Jr. of Holland, died peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne. He was 85.

       John was the beloved husband of 61 Years to Frances J. Segelski Smith.

       Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late John L., Sr. and Helen A. Wojtylak Smith.

       John was a graduate of LaSalle High School and LaSalle University. He was also a member of the Army ROTC and a proud veteran of the Army having served our country during World War II. He started his career as a police officer for the City of Philadelphia for a brief period followed by three decades of service as a special agent for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. He retired in 1981. He was also a member of the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association. John and his wife have been residents of Holland since 1964. He was a founding parishioner and faithful communicant of St. Bede the Venerable Church.

       Since his retirement, John spent considerable time reading and learning, especially about his favorite subject matter, military history. His zeal for all of the Philadelphia sports teams also occupied his retirement time. A special summer night for John was attending a Phillies game with his sons and others followed by a trip to his favorite restaurant in South Philadelphia. There was no devotion greater than the love and respect he had for his family. He lived life by a simple code requiring kindness to everyone, coupled with an unshakeable belief that love conquers all. He will be truly missed by everyone who has had the pleasure to know and feel the power of his love. His grandchildren will especially miss his wise counsel and his endlessly fascinating stories of his experiences serving our country.

       In addition to his wife Fran, John is survived by his loving and devoted eight children and spouses; Kate Carr, John L. Smith, III, Michael Smith, James T. Smith, Esq. and his wife Debra Klebanoff, Esq., Dr. Paul D. Smith, Maureen Smith and her husband John Kliniewski, Joseph Smith and his wife Sherry and David ‘Duke’ Smith He is also survived by his 16 beloved grandchildren, his sister, Connie Barbacane and his sister-in-law, Barbara Smith.

       Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Monday, December 15, 2014 from 9:30 am until his Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. in St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem.

       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.

John J. Beger of Perryville, MD passed away December 9, 2014 in Newtown, PA after a long illness.  He was 71.

Raised in Hamburg, NY, John was the son of the late Frank and Patricia Beger.

John was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Hassenfratz.  He is survived by his brothers Roy (Brenda) of Louisa, VA and Brian (Nora) of Newtown, PA, and several nieces and nephews.

Services are private. 

Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org

       Anthony J. Ronzano, Jr. of Holland, died peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2014 at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne. He was 81.

       He was the beloved husband of 30 years to Gladys Nitka Ronzano.

       Born in Philadelphia, Anthony was the son of the late Anthony J and Julia D’Alonzo Ronzano. He was preceded in death by his brother Joseph F. Ronzano.

       Anthony was a graduate of Drexel University and a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy who served his country during the Korean Conflict. He was employed with Unisys and the Internal Revenue Service for many years. Since his retirement, Anthony has enjoyed trips with family and friends to the Outer Banks and many of the New Jersey Shore destinations especially to Atlantic City where he played games of fortune and chance. He has been an avid Eagles fan for decades. Above everything life had to offer him, he truly loved spending time and creating memories that will last forever with his family. He will be greatly missed by everyone who has come to know and love him.

       In addition to his beloved wife Gladys, he is survived by his devoted children; Donna Ronzano, Linda Dailey and her husband Joseph, Steven Ronzano, Laurie Moyer and her husband Stephen, and Robert Ronzano and his wife Audra. He is also survived by his step-children Sandy Carduner and her husband Scott and Cheryl Walters and her husband Chris, 8 grandchildren and 4 step grandchildren.

       Anthony’s family will receive condolences on Monday, December 15^th from 11:30 am until his Memorial Service 12:30 pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954.  Interment will follow in Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown.

       In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to American Diabetes Association, 150 Monument Rd. Suite 100 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.

         Mary Patricia Schultice of Perkasie died on Sunday, December 7, 2014 at Abington Hospice at Warminster. She was 71.

         Mary was the beloved wife of 47 years to the late John Harry Schultice.

         Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Leander and Ellen Howe Sutton and was a former resident of Philadelphia before moving to Perkasie.

         Mary is survived by her sister-in-law and her husband, Carol and Taylor Fox, her niece Lisa Fox-Pfeiffer (Eric); her nephew Taylor John Fox (Kelly); great niece Courtney and great nephew Harry.

         Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Friday, December 12, 2014 from 9:30am until her Funeral Service 10:30am in the Joseph A. Fluehr Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. Interment will follow in North Cedar Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia.

         In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Grace Church and the Incarnation, 2645 E. Venango Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134.

       Roy Reinard, Jr. of Washington Crossing, died peacefully on Wednesday December 4, 2014 at Holy Redeemer Hospital, Meadowbrook. He was 84.

       Born in Philadelphia he was the beloved husband of 62 years to Ethel G. Walters Reinard. He was the son of the late Roy Sr. and Dorothy Krebs Reinard.

       Roy was a resident of Holland for 30 years before moving to Washington Crossing in 1999. He was a graduate of Frankford High School and attended the Wharton Business School.  Roy was the owner and president of The Reinard Agency, in Feasterville founded in 1926 by his father, which is now in the hands of the Fourth Generation of the Reinard family.

       As a member of the community, Roy was active with The Lions Club of Somerton, the Tourist Commission of Bucks County, Mercer Museum, and was a member of the Widener –Apollo- Kensington Masonic Lodge # 211 F & AM.  He was an avid collector and traveller.  His favorite place to visit with his family was his home in Tucson, Arizona. He will be sadly missed by his devoted family and friends.

       In addition to his beloved wife Ethel, he is survived by his devoted children: Roy Reinard, III, Kim Bonhoff and her husband Alan, Holly Crane and her husband Wray. He is also survived by his 9 dear grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and his twin brother Ray Reinard and his wife Vivian and a sister Jane Burke. 

       Roy’s family will receive condolences on Wednesday from 9:30 am until his Funeral Service 11:00 am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro.  Interment will follow in Newtown Cemetery, Newtown.

       In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Washington Crossing Historical Park 1112 River Rd. Washington Crossing, PA 18977.

       Marie A. Donnelly of Meadowbrook passed away on Wednesday December 3, 2014 at her residence. She was 66.

        She was the beloved wife of 14 years to Bill Donnelly.

        Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Anna Komansky.

        Marie graduated from St. Hubert’s High School and went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in English from Temple University.  She later was employed as a secretary for Abington Township.

        Literature and art were among Marie’s many passions. She became educated in painting over the years and developed quite a talent for the art. In addition, she was a lover of history and literature and along with her husband enjoyed travelling all over, especially to Hawaii where they were married. She will be dearly missed.

        In addition to her husband, Marie is survived by her son, Patrick Donnelly and her grandson, Shawn Donnelly. She also leaves behind her beloved poodle, Winchester. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Ronnie Komansky.

        Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Tuesday, December 9^th from 11:00am until her Funeral service 12:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954.   Her interment will follow in Bryn Athyn Cemetery.

        In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marie’s name to the Bryn Athyn Church, ATTN: Treasurer, P.O. Box 277, Bryn Athyn, PA 19009.

       Andrew J. Young of Newtown died suddenly on December 3, 2014 in Temple Terrace, Florida, while visiting his son. He was 88

       Born in Upper Penns Grove, New Jersey, Mr. Young was the beloved husband of the late Marjorie A. Wichelman Young and son of the late Charles and Mary (nee Petrus). He was predeceased by 2 sisters and 3 brothers.

       Andrew was a resident of Philadelphia most of his life before moving to Newtown six years ago. He attended Camden High School and later studied business courses at Rutger’s University.

       A veteran of the United States Army, serving during WW II, he was a special vehicle operator and chief mechanic for special vehicles. After the service, he went to work in the printing industry as a mechanic. With his motivation and skill, he moved rapidly to position of Plant Manager. He later joined the firm Kamens Publishing Company and eventually became Senior Advertising Manager, a position he held until his retirement in 1999. One of his major responsibilities was the Playbill magazine. Over the years, he and his late wife hosted many clients and their families at numerous dinners and Broadway shows in Philadelphia, New York and Baltimore.

       Andrew enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and even a game of chance. Late in life he discovered a new talent and hobby…writing. Some of his most memorable times where spent at his home in Brigantine, New Jersey with family and friends.

       He is survived by his devoted children and their spouses: Jacqueline A. Rattigan (Daniel), Karen L. Good (Robert), John A. Young (Suzanne) and Andrew J. Young (Rhonda). He is also survived by 9 dear grandchildren and one sister, Mary Matyjasik of California.

       Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings on Monday evening December 8, 2014 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and on Tuesday from 8:00am to 9:00am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro. There will be Words of Remembrance at 9:45 am preceding his Funeral Mass at 10:00am in the Olde Church of St. Andrew 135 Sycamore St. Newtown. Interment Our Lady of Grace Cemetery, Langhorne.

       In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations for Tuition Assistance at St. Andrew School 51 Wrights Rd. Newtown, PA 18940. Attn. Development Office.

       Arthur W. Vogel Jr. of Holland, PA died peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2014, at St. Mary Medical Center, Langhorne. He was 85.

       He was the beloved husband of the late Thelma J. Aschmann Vogel.

       Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Arthur W. Sr. and Matilda Huether Vogel.

       Mr. Vogel has been a resident of Holland since 1968. He graduated from Frankford High School in Philadelphia, Class of 1947. He was a proud Navy veteran having served during the Korean War. He was employed as a designer draftsman at Fisher & Porter for over 35 years until his retirement in 1991.

       His favorite pastime was table tennis. He was one of the founding members of, and enjoyed playing with the Newtown Table Tennis Club. He liked spending time at home, working on his Sudoku and cryptograms, and lounging at his pool under his majestic redwood tree. He had a great love with his old classic Chryslers, especially the 1955 New Yorker. He was a family oriented man who enjoyed the special times spent with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

       He is survived by his four children; Arthur W. Vogel III and his wife, Sandy, of Bensalem, Randall B. Vogel and his wife, Kristin, of Doylestown, Daniel Drew Vogel and his wife, Valerie, of Southampton, and Dawn Marie White and her husband, William, of Holland, PA. His 8 grandchildren, Carrie, Leigh, Alison, William, Alissa, Michael, Daniel and Jim and 6 great grandchildren also survive him.

       Funeral services and interment will be held privately.

       In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 75817, Topeka, KS 66675.

         Kong Han Liem M.D., of Warminster passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at Abington Memorial Hospital. He was 85.

         He was born in Indonesia as the youngest of 10 children of Soen Lian Liem and Tio Pat Nio and emigrated to the US in 1968. Han is the beloved husband of 54 years to Frieda Liem.

         His hobbies included painting, piano playing and model ship building. He was a member of the “2^nd Time Around” band at Ann’s Choice where he was the pianist. Throughout his lifetime, he loved to travel and visited China, Bermuda, France, Holland, Indonesia, and Singapore. Han also worked many years as a Psychiatrist at the VA hospital in Philadelphia.

         In addition to his beloved wife Frieda, Han is survived by his three daughters: Marina Liem and her husband Alex Cannon, Kristina Granor, and Elizabeth Gross and her husband Craig. Han was also the proud grandfather of four: Erica and Rachel Granor and Daniel and Corey Gross.

         Relatives and friends are invited to Han’s viewing on Saturday, December 6, 2014 from 2:00 PM until his funeral service at 3:00 PM at the Chapel at Ann’s Choice, 30000 Ann’s Choice Way, Warminster, PA 18974 with reception to follow. His interment will be held privately at Ivy Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia.

         In lieu of flowers, contributions in Han’s memory may be made to Ann’s Choice Benevolent Care Fund, c/o Philanthropy, 20000 Ann’s Choice Way, Warminster, PA 18974.