Claire L. Parker, of Richboro, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at Richboro Care Center. She was 93.

Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late George H. and Helen Ella M. Lavin Lynch, and the beloved wife of the late J. Gilbert Parker.

Claire was a 1938 graduate of John W. Hallahan Catholic Girl’s High School. She worked for an insurance company and Sears & Roebuck before her marriage in 1942, and was then happy to stay at home as a homemaker. She enjoyed home decorating, adding new rooms to her home and especially buying new furniture. Claire enjoyed clothes, and was always nicely dressed, with her hair and nails perfectly coiffed. An animal lover, she had a special place in her heart for cats, especially her dear cat Maggie.

Claire is survived by her daughter: Gail Parker and her husband Carl Weber of Philadelphia; her brother: George H. Lynch Jr. of Ohio; and her niece: Dr. Mimi Martin and her husband David of Indiana. She was predeceased by her sister-in-law, Madeline Lynch.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Graveside Service on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in Resurrection Cemetery, 5201 Hulmeville Rd., Bensalem, PA 19020.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cat NAPS, P.O. Box 453, Gilbertsville, PA 19525 or Irish Setter Rescue, Attn: Deanna Cuchiaro, 34 Ridge Rd. Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889.

Donald C. Behm of Furlong died Friday, November 1, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was 70.

Donald was the beloved husband of 47 years to Eileen A. Gordon Behm.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Charles and Martha Roberts Behm.

Donald was a former resident of Huntingdon Valley before moving to Furlong in 2007. He worked with Cigna Insurance Company for over 30 years and retired as the Director of Real Estate from Ikon Office Solutions in 2003. Donald will be remembered as the consummate family man and husband who always looked for ways to bring the family together. He enjoyed quality times spent with his family especially at the Jersey shore. Donald was an avid Penn State Football and Philadelphia sports fan. He was also passionate about travelling with his family, talking with his children daily, and making special memories with his grandchildren. He was a Communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Doylestown. Donald will be deeply missed by his family and by all who came to know him.

In addition to his beloved wife Eileen, Donald is survived by his children, John D. Behm and his wife Colleen of New Hope, Carrie Anne Shaw and her husband Christopher of Quakertown and Christopher M. Behm and his fiancée Emily Gannon of Perkasie as well as his seven cherished grandchildren, Carter, Brennan, Tyler, Nolan, Andrew, Alexa and Katherine. He is also survived by his brother and sisters, Beverly Dailey, Charles Behm and wife Joanne, Denise Eustace and husband Mike and Arlene Coffey and husband Gary.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings, Tuesday November 5th from 7:00pm-9:00pm and on Wednesday November 6th from 8:30am -10:00am in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Avenue (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901 followed by his Funeral Mass 11:00am in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 235 East State St., Doylestown, PA 18901. Interment will follow in St. John Neumann Cemetery in Chalfont.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society 1626 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19013 or Our Lady of Mount Carmel 235 E State St., Doylestown, PA 18901.

Angela S. Balbi of Hilltown died suddenly Friday, November 1, 2013 at Grandview Hospital, Sellersville.

She was the beloved wife of 56 years to the late Felice A. Balbi.

Born in Casoli, Italy, Angela was the daughter of the late Giuseppina Scala and Nicola Verratti, and was preceded in death by her siblings, Mose Verratti, Alfieri Verratti, Antonio Verratti and Nicoletta Coccozza.

Angela was a former resident of Abington before moving to Hilltown in 1995. Angela and her husband Felice moved to this country in December of 1963 with four children, one on the way, a suitcase and a dream for a better and prosperous life. Angela would have celebrated 50 years of being here with her children in New York this December. She was one day short of her 84th birthday. She was the driving force in the success of her family, making sure to arm her children with the tools they needed to be successful in their lives.

Angela was a seamstress by trade, but those who knew her will remember that she enjoyed cooking delicious meals for her family and for every occasion. She always had a pot of sauce cooking on the stove and anyone entering her house was immediately fed a bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. She loved gathering all of her family together, made every Holiday special and kept every single Italian tradition. Angela enjoyed visiting her home at the New Jersey shore and in particular enjoyed strolling the boardwalk, playing the games and listening to the various bands with her husband. She will be missed by everyone especially her grandchildren who loved to visit Mom Mom’s house and would also be immediately served her famous bowl of soup.

Angela is survived by her dearest children and their spouses, Frank P. and Catherine Balbi of Warrington, Anne M. and Henry Dobbs of Montgomery Township, Rita A. and Dennis Gallo of Hilltown, Nicholas M. and Pamela Balbi of Zionsville and Joseph I and Michelle Balbi of Orefield. She is also survived by her 12 cherished grandchildren, Angela, Stephen, Christina, Keith, Carolyn, Jacqueline, Kimberly, Tiffany, Chadd, Mario, Christopher and Jennifer and her 9 great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewings, Wednesday evening November 6th from 7-9 pm from the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave. (Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901 and on Thursday November 7th, from 9:30-10:15am at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, Route 152 and Broad St. Hilltown, PA 18927 and to her Funeral Mass 10:30am. Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Angela’s memory may be made in to the charity or cause of ones choice.

John F. Scannapieco of Boynton Beach, FL died peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. He was 73.

He was the beloved husband of Rochelle F. Carro Scannapieco for 51 years.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Frank A. and Mary C. Parente Scannapieco.

Mr. Scannapieco was a resident of Boynton Beach, FL for the past 13 years. He formerly lived in Holland and Richboro for many years. John graduated from St. Joseph University with his Bachelor degree in Engineering, Class of 1962 and went on to receive his Master’s degree at Temple University in 1968. As a 38 year employee of General Electric and Lockheed Martin, John’s contributions helped advance and support our country’s space and defense programs. He was an active member of the community and held positions with several organizations including President of General Electric Elfun, president of graduate students at the University of Pennsylvania while pursuing his doctorate, past Grand Knight of Hennessey Council , navigator of the Nativity chapter, and a member of St. Bede the Venerable Pastoral Board. He will be deeply missed as a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother.

In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his four daughters, Mary Ellen Acord and her husband, Anthony, of Manasas, VA, Regina Jusczak and her husband, Thomas, of Yardley, PA, Deborah Matlack and her husband, David, of Levittown, PA and Michelle Scannapieco, M.D. and her husband, Brian Williams, of New Hope, PA. He is also survived by his brother Edward Scannapieco and his wife, Mary Ellen, of Philadelphia, PA, his sister, Genevieve Sigel and her husband, George, of Stockton, NJ and his 10 loving grandchildren, Nicole and Amanda Acord, Kimberly, Karen and Mark Jusczak, Alexandra and Olivia Matlack, Josephine, Chase and Payton Williams.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, from 9:00 AM until his Funeral Mass 10:30 AM at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966.

Entombment will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Bede the Venerable Memorial Fund at the above address.

Russell R. Angely of Chalfont, PA passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2013, at his home with family.

He was the beloved husband of Roxanne Sasso Angely for 32 years.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, Russ was the son of the late Russell and late Madeline McKee Angely, father of the late Rory Angely and brother of the late Lyn Hieber.

Russ was born in Philadelphia and raised in the surrounding areas. He graduated from Hatboro-Horsham High School and graduated from the Pennsylvania State University. Russ dedicated 2 ½ years of active duty to the Navy, and 4 ½ years to the Air Force Tactical Operations Command. Russ proudly achieved the role of Vice President of sales and marketing for Science Dynamics Corporation in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. After enjoying a few years of retirement he became a Realtor with Century21 in Lansdale.

Not only was Russ a dedicated, hardworking, ethical individual, he was also a very fun-loving family orientated man. He was a caring and supportive father, and a loving grandfather. Whether you needed advice, a hug, or an engaging conversation he was always there with his thoughtful words and insightful wisdom. Russ enjoyed meeting new people and people loved talking with him due to his easy going nature.

Russ also enjoyed spending his time fishing and enjoying the beaches of LBI and Cape Cod, as well as golfing. Russ had an exceptional eye for details and kept busy with gardening and continual home improvements.

Russ lived his life to the fullest and never wasted a minute; his motto was, “It doesn’t get done just looking at it”. Obviously this motto has proven true from all of his various successes throughout his amazing life.

In addition to his wife, Russ is survived by his children Roxanne and her husband, Brian Swistock, of Tyrone, PA, Maria of Horsham, Russell of Philadelphia and Raymond and his wife, Kathy, of South Carolina, his sisters, Pat Herr and Kathy Curtis both of Florida. He is also survived by his 4 grandchildren.

His family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, November 2, 2013 from 12:00 pm until his Funeral Service 1:00 pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.), New Britain, PA 18901. His interment will be held privately.

Elizabeth H. Jenney, of Newtown, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2013 at Pennswood Village. She was 100.

Born in Bennington, VT, she was a daughter of the late Rollin D. and Olive Pope Jenney.

Elizabeth began her career in Vermont, working as a lab technician in Bennington and Rutland. She then moved to South Hadley, MA, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Mount Holyoke College, and was later employed by the Boston University School of Medicine. She then continued her education and employment at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology.

Her career was broad and varied. Elizabeth worked for the U.S. Navy in the Bethesda Naval Medical Research Institute in the pathology department, and also as an assistant in the department of pharmacology. During World War II, she was a member of the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service, or WAVES. Then came a move to Atlanta, GA, where she worked in the Neuropharmacology department of Emory School of Medicine at Emory University, and then to Skillman, NJ to the Department of Pharmacology at the Bureau of Research for the NJ Neuropsychiatric Institute, and later became the assistant director of the Princeton Brain Bio Center.

Elizabeth also volunteered her time and expertise as a fiscal agent for the NJ Mental Health Research and Development Fund, and as the Treasurer for the Schizophrenia Foundation of NJ.

In her free time, she enjoyed photography, traveling, which included trips to Europe, classical music, reading and gardening.

Elizabeth is survived by her nephew: Dr. Robert Rutherford and her niece: Francie Rutherford.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fellowship Fund c/o Pennswood Village 1382 Newtown-Langhorne Rd. Newtown, PA 18940.

Mary C. O’Donnell Mayberry, of Yardley, died peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2013 at Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia. She was 65.

Mary was the beloved wife of over 40 years to Ronald J. Mayberry.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Mary Lynch O’Donnell and the late John O’Donnell.

Mary was a former resident of Fox Chase and Churchville, and had resided in Yardley for the last 29 years. She was a 1966 graduate of Gwynedd Mercy Academy. After high school, Mary was a missionary for one year in Guyana, South America. After returning home, she pursued her Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education, graduating in 1972 from Holy Family University. She began teaching third grade at St. Cecelia School in Philadelphia. Mary was married in 1972, and continued teaching until her first son was born. She then focused on caring and raising her family. Mary truly enjoyed being a mother and the activities that came with it, from taking them to practice and participating in school activities. Once her children were grown, Mary went back to school and earned her Master’s in Special Education from Holy Family University, and later moved on to becoming a Special Education English teacher for 11th and 12th grade at Pennsbury High School. In earlier years, she had enjoyed tennis. Mary was a quiet, family oriented woman, and she was a loving wife, daughter, mother and sister, and will be forever missed.

In addition to her husband Ron, Mary is survived by her sons; Brian J. Mayberry and his wife Julia of Philadelphia, and Kevin S. Mayberry of Philadelphia. She is also survived by her brothers John O’Donnell (Elizabeth) and Patrick O’Donnell (Maureen) as well as her mother, Mary O’Donnell.

Mary’s family will receive condolences on Friday, November 1, 2013 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954 and Saturday, November 2 from 9:00 AM until her Funeral Mass 10:00 AM at St. Ignatius of Antioch Church, 999 Reading Ave. Yardley, PA 19067.

Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 399 Market St. Suite 102, Phila., PA 19106.

Edith M. Kreuzburg of Richboro, PA died peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2013, at Richboro Nursing and Rehabilitation Center with her daughter by her side. She was 102.

She was the beloved wife of the late George W. Kreuzburg.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Anna Hornish Miller and mother of the late George F. Kreuzburg.

Mrs. Kreuzburg was a resident of Richboro for the past 5 years and formerly lived in Bensalem and Northeast Philadelphia for most of her life.

She is survived by her daughter, Carol A. Christmas and her husband, Robert, of New Hope, PA, her daughter-in-law, Theresa Kreuzburg of Holland, PA, 8 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Graveside Service on Saturday, November 2, 2013, at 12:00 PM at Forest Hills Cemetery, Philmont Avenue & Byberry Road, Hungtingdon Valley, PA 19001.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 3551 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140.

Walter J. Frayne, of Philadelphia and formerly of Bucks and Montgomery Counties died peacefully holding the hand of his beloved wife on Friday, October 25 at his residence. He was 69.

He was the beloved husband of 46 years to Catherine C. Rutter Frayne.

Born in Philadelphia, Walter was the son of the late Walter F. and Frances Ushler Frayne
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Walter was a proud Veteran of the Army who answered our country's call and served in the Vietnam Conflict. He was an active member of the American Legion Post 0945 in Harrisburg. He worked for UPS for 36 years as a Diesel Mechanic and was a proud member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers

In addition to his wife Cathy, Walter is survived by his children; Deborah Bosliovich and her husband Michael of Ellicott City, MD, Cathryn Sammons of Philadelphia, and Walter Frayne and his wife Diane of Penndel. He is also survived by his brother David Frayne and his 5 dear grandchildren; Juliete, Ethan, and Katie Bosilovich, and Rebecca and Alexander Frayne.

Walter’s family will receive condolences on Friday, November 1 from 9:00am until his Memorial Service 10:30am in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd., (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954.

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

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St. Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Rudolf Postiglione of Warrington and Doylestown, PA died peacefully with family at his side on Thursday October 24, 2013 at Doylestown Hospital. He was 88.

Born in the Bronx, New York he was the beloved husband of Josephine Dimino Postiglione and the devoted son of the late Sabino and Antonetta Gesualdi Postiglione.

Rudolf served in the US Navy during World War II and was a radio operator stationed in the Philippines.
Rudolf lived most of his married life in Staten Island, NY where he worked for the US Postal Service both in Staten Island and Manhattan for over 17 years. He later changed careers and worked for the Criminal Court System as a Court Officer for the State of New York for nearly two decades before retiring in the mid 80’s.

An avid sports fan he was dedicated to the New York Yankees and shared his enthusiasm for sports with his children. He was a beloved coach of both baseball and basketball players at St. Teresa’s School and Parish on Staten Island for many years. In 2003, he moved to the Doylestown area to be closer to his family, and he was a communicant of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish.

God and family came first and foremost in his life with his greatest blessings being his wife, children and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed and is deeply loved.

In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his devoted children; Thomas and his wife Loretta, Richard and his wife Monica, John and his wife Christine, Mary Messina and her husband Roger, Marc and his wife Sarah and Michael and his wife Jennifer. He is also survived by his 17 grandchildren; Shawn, Lauren, T.J., Julia, Jenna, Anthony, Nicholas, Christopher, Francesca, Vincent, Joseph, Rachel, Catherine, Emily, Paul, David and Madison.

Rudolf’s family will receive condolences on Tuesday October 29, from 9:00am until his Funeral Mass 11:00am in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 235 E. State St. Doylestown. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Doylestown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Rudolf’s memory may be made to National Stoke Association, 9707 E Easter Lane Suite B, Centennial, CO 80112 or online at www.storke.org.