Mary A. McGuire (nee Schodowski) of Morrisville, PA and formerly of Hainesport, NJ died peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2014 after a 4 year battle with multiple myeloma. She was 69.

Born in Staten Island, NY, Mary was the devoted daughter of Dominic J. and Helen E. Blackford Schodowski.

Mary was an accomplished fine artist, doll maker and puppeteer. She had been a member of the Levittown Artist Association and held many awards for her landscapes and portraitures.

She was also a naturalist, leading nature walks for Churchville Nature Center, and Five Mile Woods Nature Preserve, among others. She knew the wildflowers and the trees by their Latin names and loved animals, especially horses. Her favorite day would be driving to the park in her 1974 Nova with the music of David Allen Coe playing from the tape deck.

Mary will be greatly missed and always loved as daughter, sister, and friend.

In addition to her loving parents, Mary is survived by her 4 brothers; William (Sharon), John (Lorie), Michael (Courtney) and Larry Schodowski (Melissa) and her 2 sisters; Diane T. Maurizio (James), and Victoria Schodowski.

Mary’s Family will receive friends from 10:30am until her Memorial Service 11:00am on Friday May 9th in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. Interment will be private.

Marian “Pat” Kearney Thornton of Richboro passed away on Friday, April 18, 2014 at Doylestown Hospital in Doylestown. She was 82.

Pat was the beloved wife of 57 years to the late Hugh F. Thornton.

Born in Braddock, PA, she was daughter of the late Bernard and Helen Powell Kearney.

Pat was a former resident of the Lawndale section of Philadelphia before moving to Richboro in 1977. She was a graduate of West Catholic High School. Pat was a communicant of St. Bede the Venerable Church in Holland.

In her leisure, she enjoyed traveling, reading and spending time with her family. Pat was the Thornton Family COO (Chief Operating Officer) and their #1 coach and cheerleader. Her most cherished role was being the best mom and grandmom in the whole wide world. She will be deeply missed by her whole family and by all who came to know her.

Pat is survived by her 4 dear children and their spouses, Kevin F. and Theresa Thornton of Chalfont, Gerald P. and Peggy Thornton of Holland, Sharon R. and Matthew Allen of Newtown and Caroline M. and Thomas Erickson of Yardley. She was a loving grandmother to her 13 cherished grandchildren. Pat is also survived by her brother Bernie.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 from 10:00am until her Funeral Mass 11:00am in St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd., Holland, PA 18966.

Interment will follow at Union Cemetery in Richboro.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the Capital Campaign of St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd., Holland, PA 18966.

Emil Illing of Hudson, Florida died Friday April 18, 2014 at HPH Hospice in Hudson, Florida. He was 83.

Emil was the beloved husband of 59 years to Ursula Schulz Illing.

Born in Gostyninie, Poland, he was the son of the late William and Lydia Polinski Illing.

Emil was a former resident of Doylestown before moving to Hudson Florida in 2000. He was employed by Sylvan Pools for 30 years until his retirement. In addition to his wife Ursula, Emil is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Graveside Services at 11:00am on Friday, April 25th in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, 1169 Limekiln Pike, Prospectville, PA 19002.

John Calvitti, Jr., 92, of Chalfont, passed away on April 17, 2014 with his loving wife and family by his side.

He was the beloved husband of 63 years to Marie Romano Calvitti.

Born in West Chester, he was a son of the late John and Josephine Rossi Calvitti; father of the late John Calvitti, III and brother of the late Joseph, Edward, and Robert Calvitti.

John was a graduate of Germantown High School and went on to serve four years proudly with the U.S. Navy as a Carpenter’s Mate, 2nd class. He later founded the John Calvitti Co. where he worked as a general contractor and cooling tower specialist. He also served many years on the Board of Directors for Gaudenzia House. In addition, John was an avid tennis player, and greatly enjoyed his work, art, and cars. Above all, what he treasured most was the time he spent with his family.

In addition to his wife John is survived by his children, Edward Calvitti (Cynthia), Richard Calvitti (Eileen), Elisa Marx (John); his sisters, Nina Turzi and Ethel Paglione; his grandchildren, Mia, John IV, Eric (Christine), Mark, John III (Marissa), Richard, and Paige; and his great-grandchildren, Tyler, William, and Tessa.

John’s family would like to acknowledge Frank and Anne DelPiano who provided many years of care and support. They would especially like to extend their gratitude to Leigh Ann Smith for her compassion and dedication, which was heavily relied on through his latter years. Her positive impact on the family, through patience, love and kindness, will never be forgotten.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Friday April 25 from 9 am until his memorial service at 10 am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.), New Britain, PA 18901.

Interment will follow in St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in John’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association of the Delaware Valley at 399 Market St., Ste. 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Alice M. Wells, of Warminster, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at Chandler Hall.

She was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Alice L. Imhof Wells.

Born in New York City, she was raised in the Bronx where she lived until she retired as an assistant principal in the New York City Schools (PS156). She then moved to LeisureTowne in Southampton, NJ where she lived for over 20 years. In 2004, she moved to Ann’s Choice in Warminster and resided the last 3 years in D’Youville Manor in Yardley.

Alice was a faithful communicant of St. Vincent dePaul Church in Richboro, where in past years she served as a lector.

She is survived by her sister: Dolores (Norbert) Brust of Holland; her nephews: Peter (Bernadette) Brust and Michael Brust; her niece: Mary Beth Brust; her great nephew: Christopher (April) and Mark Brust and her great nieces: Casey Brust and Megan Brust.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Monday, April 21st, 2014 from 10:00 am until her Funeral Mass at 11:00 am in the St. Mary Chapel at Holy Redeemer D’Youville Manor, 1750 Quarry Rd., Yardley, PA 19067.

Interment will follow at St. John Neumann Cemetery in Chalfont.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Vincent dePaul Society, C/O St. Vincent dePaul Church, 654 Hatboro Rd. Richboro, PA 18954.

Patricia A. Shea Ziemba of Yardley and formerly of Feasterville, PA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 16th, at Sunrise of Yardley. She was 77.

She was the beloved wife of 53 years to the late John L. Ziemba

Patricia was the daughter of the late Frank and Gladys Whittingham Shea, and sister of the late Rick Shea.

Patricia was an accomplished Ballerina who performed for many shows at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia. In her later years, Patricia enjoyed teaching cheerleading and also dance to children with special needs. Along with her husband John, Patricia loved animals and also taking care of and placing stray pets with homes that would love them as her and her husband did. Patricia will be greatly missed and always loved as a mother, sister, and friend.

Patricia is survived by her 2 loving children and their spouses; Donna L. Moser and Eric of Eastampton, NJ and J. Darryl Ziemba and Christine of Penndel, PA, and also her sister Lynn Shea.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Thursday, April 24th, from 9:30 AM until her Funeral Mass 10:30 AM at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 1900 Meadowbrook Rd., Feasterville, PA 19053.

Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Women’s Humane Society, 3839 Richlieu Rd. Bensalem, PA 19020.

Charles F. Fluehr, Third Generation, of Fluehr’s Furniture Store in Philadelphia died peacefully on Tuesday April 15, 2014 of Leukemia at Einstein Hospital, Elkins Park.

Born in Philadelphia he was the beloved husband of 57 years to Anna J, Feeley Fluehr, son of the late Joseph A. Sr. and Alys C. Munch Fluehr, brother of late A. Claire O’Donovan and Joseph A. Fluehr, Jr.

Charles was the youngest child of Alys and Joe; he graduated from St. Joseph’s Preparatory School class of 1949 and received his Degree in Commerce and Business from the University of Notre Dame, class of 1953 and at the same time was commission in to the United State Navy. After serving several years in the Navy and attaining the rank of Lieutenant in the Supply Corps, serving the Seventh Fleet he retired in 1967. After returning home he joined the family Furniture business that has been in business since 1888, he followed his father and mother who in 1937 became the second generation of Fluehr’s to operate the business until their retirement. Charles F. Fluehr and his sister A. Claire began the third generation and handled the daily operations.

The store located at Front and Emerald Streets Philadelphia, was known as the 5 Floor Fluehr Furniture Store which can still be seen from the Frankford Elevated Line. Claire retired in 1986 and Charles and his 3 sons; Charles, Jr, John and Robert partnered and continue operating today, Charles retired in 1996 and his 3 sons the 4th generation operate the business today at the same location and celebrated the 125th Anniversary in 2013.

Charles had many hobbies and interests, he was an avid deep sea fisherman, who enjoyed fishing off his boat that he kept in Ocean City for the past 40 years. In the winter time he spent many of his free time working on his HO model train layout that was modeled after the Pennsylvania railroad infrastructure. He was a Boy Scout Troop leader and treasurer for Troop #220, Philadelphia Council. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and friends.

In addition to his beloved wife Charles is survived by his 3 sons; Charles F. Jr., John J. Fluehr and his wife Paula and Robert L. Fluehr. He is also survived by his 2 dear grandchildren; Taylor P. and Patrick J. Fluehr.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings Tuesday 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 Wednesday at St. William Church, 6200 Rising Sun Ave., Philadelphia, from 9:30am until his Funeral Mass 10:30am.

Interment with Military Honors will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to the Discalced Carmelite Monastery 6600 Old York Rd. Philadelphia, PA 19126.

Salvatore G. Sangiorgio, of Doylestown, PA died on Tuesday, April 15, 2014, at his home with his family by his side. He was 86.

He married the woman of his dreams, Louisa “Anne” Bugari on June 15, 1952. They have been married for 61 glorious years.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of Italian immigrants, the late Gaetano and Anna Barracato Sangiorgio and brother of the late Louis Sangiorgio.

Salvatore grew up in Staten Island, NY, lived in Sergeantsville, NJ and was also a resident of Perkasie, PA. He moved to Doylestown, PA in November 2013.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his 4 children Giuliana Sangiorgio of Elk Grove, CA, Lisa Sangiorgio of Bethlehem, Anita and Tucker Marko of Doylestown, and Thomas Sangiorgio of Langhorne, and his sister Rose Botti of Highland Heights, OH. He is also survived by his 2 grandchildren; Lindsay and Matthew Marko.

Sal made rich the lives of the people that got to meet and know him. Some came to know him as family, some friends, others neighbors or co-workers. He was a hard-working, devoted and loving man, steeped in tradition and family. He loved and held dear his rich, Sicilian heritage, not to be outdone by, his great love of our nation and service to the United States of America. He attended Pennsylvania Military College from 1948-1952 and served in the U.S. Army as a 1st Lieutenant. He served in the 3rd Armored Division, 37th Armored Infantry Battalion, Company D. He was a Company Commander and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He shared these great devotions with his children and grandchildren.

His family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, April 21, from 10:00 am until his Funeral Mass at 11:00 am at St. Jude Church, 321 West Butler Ave., Chalfont, PA 18914.

His interment will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 1:30 pm in Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Rd. Newtown, PA 18940.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

Sena L. Kelly of Saint Joseph Villa in Flourtown passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2014, with her family by her side. She was 95.

She was the beloved wife of the late Patrick J. Kelly.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the beloved daughter of the late Louis and Jennie Romano Cusani, proud grandmother of the late John P. Fenningham, and dear sister of the late Salvatore Cusani.

Mrs. Kelly was a resident of Holland and formerly of Northeast Philadelphia before moving to Saint Joseph Villa 14 months ago. She was a graduate of John W. Hallahan Catholic High School for Girls, Class of 1937. For 20 years, she was employed as a payroll clerk for Crown, Cork, & Seal Company in Philadelphia before retiring 30 years ago. She was an avid reader and enjoyed cooking and writing. Her family came first and foremost in her life and she was very proud of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be sadly missed as a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend.

Sena is survived by her two daughters, Sister Patricia M Kelly, SSJ of Richboro and Maureen D. Fenningham and her husband, John C., Esq., of Holland. She is also survived by her two loving grandchildren, Maura Ratigan and her husband, Brian, Timothy B. Fenningham and his wife, Kathleen, and her seven great grandchildren, Sean, Conor, Kelly, Austin, Aidan, Reese and Ryan.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Monday, April 21, 2014, from 10:00 AM until her Funeral Mass 11:30 AM at the Church of Saint Andrew, 81 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA 18940.

Interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Saint Joseph Villa, 110 W. Wissahickon Avenue, Flourtown, PA 19031.

James A. “Jim” Grisan of Warrington passed away suddenly Monday April 14, 2014 at Doylestown Hospital at the age of 70.

He was the beloved husband of Ann (Kuhn) Grisan for 48 years.

Born in Philadelphia, Jim was the son of the late George and Celia Szymendera Grisan and brother of the late George Grisan.

Jim had been a resident of Warrington for 44 years.

Jim played football and graduated from Northeast Catholic High School in 1961. Following High School he began his career in the Freight Logistics and Transportation Industry where he worked for several large companies and held varying levels of employment. He retired in 1994 and became the Executive Director of the Warrington Soccer Club where he was one of the original founders as well as past president. Jim’s passion and devotion for youth sports and volunteering began in 1980 when he started coaching his children in soccer and basketball. Many of Jim’s colleagues and former players were impressed with his tenacity and dedication to the development of the Warrington Soccer Club as a community standard for youth sports.

In his spare time Jim loved to go to dinner and movie with his wife Ann, traveling to his favorite beach resort Ocean City, NJ and the islands and spending time with his children, grandchildren, friends and beloved dog Maggie. He will be remembered as a kind, gentle, compassionate, quick witted man who had a soft spot in his heart for the youth soccer players of his community.

Jim’s love won’t go away, he’ll walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.

In addition to his wife, Jim is survived by his children, Jeffrey Grisan and his wife, Nicole, Jennifer Chandler and her husband, Jason, and Kimberly Lynch and her husband, Michael; his brother, Richard Grisan and his wife, Janice; and his grandchildren, Nicholas, Amanda, Shane, Cassidy, Kendall, Olivia and Michael John.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings, Monday April 21st, from 6-9 PM and again Tuesday April 22nd from 9-10:15 AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.), New Britain, PA 18901, and to his Funeral Mass 11 AM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 235 E. State St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

Interment will follow in Beulah cemetery, New Britain, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Jim’s memory to the Richard A. Reif Heart Institute, c/o Doylestown Hospital by visiting www.dh.org/makeadonation or by mail to Doylestown Hospital, 595 W. State St., Doylestown, PA 18901, Attn: Development Office.