Catherine Marie Lenahan Stauffer, of Doylestown, died on Monday, July 1, 2013, at Pine Run Lakeview. She was 93.

She was the beloved wife of the late Cornelius G. Stauffer.

Born in Ashley, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Manus and Mary Daly Lenahan and sister of the late Joseph Lenahan, Margaret Breslin, Michael Lenahan, and Manus Lenahan.

Catherine grew up in Ashley, PA and was a graduate of St. Leo’s High School. She moved to Philadelphia in the 1940’s where she was a faithful parishioner of Maternity BVM Parish in Bustleton, before moving to Chalfont in 1989. Her church involvement continued at St. Jude participating in many activities and supporting the various organizations with her time and talents.

Throughout her life, Catherine had a loving and outgoing personality with a great sense of style and fashion which made her a friend to many. She was constantly reading and was always knowledgeable of current events and comfortable having a conversation with anyone about any topic. However, her greatest joy was being with her family, especially her grandchildren, who loved her dearly.

For the past 2 ½ years, Catherine has been a resident of Pine Run Lakeview where she became friends with many of the residents and staff through her kindness and her “smile”.

She is survived by her children; Robert G. Stauffer and his wife Joanne of Willis, VA, Mary L. Hermann and her husband Dr. Christopher of Chalfont, and Kathleen A. Hill of Chester Springs, PA. She is also survived by her sister Helen Lowder of Philadelphia, her 8 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 from 10:00 am until her Funeral Mass 11:00 am at St. Jude Church, 321 West Butler Ave. Chalfont, PA 18914.

Her interment will be in St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Pine Run Lakeview, 2425 Lower State Road, Doylestown, PA 18901

Frank J. Rizzo, Jr. of Sellersville died Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Doylestown Hospital in Doylestown. He was 72.

Frank was the beloved husband of 51 years to Carmella J. Pettinato Rizzo.

Born in Germantown Hospital in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Frank and Pearl Richart Rizzo and the grandfather of the late Donald J. Dolan, Jr.

Frank was a former resident of Chalfont before moving to Sellersville in 2000. He had worked at Philco Ford as a tool and die maker for 35 years until his retirement in 2002. Frank was a Communicant of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church in Hilltown. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and was always ready to travel. His best friend was his dog Cujo. Cujo and Frank went for many walks at the park and around the neighborhood. He enjoyed working in his garden and sitting on the deck in the back yard watching the deer, rabbits and turkeys. Frank in his younger years enjoyed riding his motorcycle on long trips to Cape Cod and Canada with his wife Carmella. Frank will be deeply missed by his family and by all who came to know him.

In addition to his beloved wife Carmella, Frank is survived by his dearest children and their spouses, Frank J., III and Sherry Rizzo of Colmar and Tina M. and Don J. Dolan of Sellersville. He is also survived by his sister, Linda M. Jerome of Sellersville and his brother, John C. Rizzo of Marshall, MO, and his four cherished grandchildren, Andrew and Stephen Dolan and Frank and Megan Rizzo and his niece, Jennifer M. Tuozzo and her husband, Michael, of Hatfield and their children, Maria and Tony Tuozzo.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, July 3, 2013, from 9:00 AM until his Funeral Mass 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, Route 152 and Broad Street, Hilltown, PA 18927.

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

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church at the above address.

Mary E. Kaess of Holland and Churchville died peacefully on Sunday June 30, 2013 at Twining Village Health Care in Holland. She was 95.

Born in Philadelphia, Mary was the beloved wife of the late Christian D. Kaess who died in 1994, and daughter of the late John and Eva Haffer Wahl and mother of the late John D. Kaess.

Mary raised her family in Northeast Philadelphia and later moved to Burlington, New Jersey. During her time in the Wissinoming section of Philadelphia, she was vey active as a Den mother in the Cub Scouts, the Ultra Active 327 Club and Scout family. Mary was also active with her Ladies club since High School and her Grand mom’s club.

Mary was ultimate care giver for 36 years she cared for her late husband who took ill in 1953, as well as her dear mother who died at the age of 98. While caring for her family, Mary received her GED and went on the become a licensed Practical Nurse and worked for various Physicians, providing physical therapy for their patients.

Mary was a full time care giver who was unselfish, well loved and caring daughter, wife, mother and grandmother and friend who will be sadly missed by all who came to know her.

Mary is survived by her children; Christian A. Kaess, Sr. and his wife Elaine, Miriam Durst, David Kaess and his wife Kim and her daughter-in-law Kathleen Kaess. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Saturday July 6, 2013 from 10:00am until her Funeral Mass 11:00am in St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd., Holland, PA.

Interment will follow in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville, PA.

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

John T. Lesniewski, formerly of Levittown and recently of Neshaminy Manor, passed away on June 30, 2013 at Doylestown Hospital. He was 95.

Born in Erie, PA, he was the son of the late Stanislaus and Marcelena Dermanowski Lesniewski, and brother to the late Frank Lesniewski.
He will be lovingly missed by his best friend and companion of 32 years, Jean Stryjewski of Buckingham.

John lived in Philadelphia until 1941, and then moved to Levittown. John was employed as an engineer at the Naval Air Development Center, Warminster, until his retirement in 1973. He was a member of several organizations, including the Polish American Congress, the Polish Home Association, the Polish Heritage Society, and the Polish High School Alumni.

John was a world traveler, and by hard work and luck was able to circle the globe four times. One of his most memorable moments of his travels was meeting Pope John Paul II. John was an excellent pilot, and often rented a plane to fly out of the Levittown Airport.

John’s Family will receive condolences on Tuesday July 9, from 10:30am until his Funeral Mass 11:00 am in the Cemetery Chapel at the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa; 654 Ferry Rd. Doylestown, PA 18901. Inurnment will follow in the Shrine Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Peter J. Devine, Jr., M.D. of Holland, PA, died Friday, June 28, 2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 77 years old.

He was the beloved husband of the late Donna Weeks Devine.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, Peter was the son of the late Peter J. Devine, Sr. and Kathryn Mary Devine. He attended Neshaminy High School. He was a 1957 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and served for 2 years in the United States Navy on the USS Sierra. He graduated from Jefferson Medical College in 1963, then interned at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia. After 2 years in family practice in northeast Philadelphia, he joined the medical staff of Bell of Pennsylvania in 1966, rising to corporate medical director and retiring in 1991.

Peter is survived by his loving children and their spouses: Michael J. and Christine S. Devine of Charlottesville, VA, Donald J. and Lisa P. Devine of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Kristin D. and Michael C. Kruszczynski of Newtown, PA. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren: Colin, Charlotte, Shelby, Kathryn, Caroline, Caden and Ryan.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Tuesday, July 2, 2013, from 7:00 to 9:00PM in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road), Richboro, PA 18954 and to his Funeral Mass Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at 11:00AM in St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966.

Interment will follow at Our Lady of Grace Cemetery in Langhorne.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Fund a Cure for Pancreatic Cancer, 12 Kuhar’s Way, Newtown, PA 18940. www.fundacure.com

Edith Atkins, of Elkins Park, passed away on June 24, 2013 at her daughter’s home with her family by her side. She was 87.

Born in Upper Merion Twp., she was a daughter of the late Morton and Myrtle Keebler Dyer, mother of the late Linda Paulauskas, grandmother to the late Erik Shuttleworth, mother-in-law to the late Wallace Shuttleworth, and sister to the late Della Heisner.

She was the beloved wife of 30 years to the late Joseph J. Atkins.

Edith spent most of her life in Philadelphia. She briefly moved to Levittown for 4 years, and then moved to Elkins Park with her family. She was a homemaker that loved staying at home and raising her family. In 1972, she went to work at the Sears and Roebuck in Philadelphia as an office clerk. Edith was an avid Phillies fan, enjoyed watching golf and bowling, was excellent at crochet, and loved playing with the family dog, Bella. Most of all, Edith loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Edith is survived by her daughter: Edie Shuttleworth Durning, wife of Michael of Elkins Park; grandmother to Wally Shuttleworth, husband of Chrissy, Chris Shuttleworth, husband of Diane, Edie Scanlon, wife of Jerry, Lori Shuttleworth, Mike Paulauskas, husband of Emily, Sandy Galbally, wife of Chris; her great grandchildren: Patrick and Ashley; nephew and godson: Warner Heisner; good friend Pat Boyce; son in law Vince Paulauskas, brother: Morton Dyer, and will be missed by her beloved dog Bella.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing from 10:00 am until her Words of Remembrance Service at 12:00 pm on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd.(at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954.

Interment to follow in Forest Hills Cemetery, Philadelphia.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the PSPCA, 350 E. Erie Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19134.

Valerie Evans, formerly of Churchville, passed away on June 24, 2013 at Twining Village. She was 97.

Born in New York City, she was a daughter of the late John and Lena Lackovic Janitz.

She was the beloved wife of over 50 years to the late George R. Evans.

Valerie was a faithful communicant of St. Bede the Venerable Church for over 45 years. Before moving to Twining Village, she had been a resident of Churchville since 1956. She enjoyed being a homemaker and raising her family. Prior to that was a dental assistant in New York. Valerie enjoyed volunteering, and did so at the former Warminster Hospital, now Abington Hospital at Warminster, and also at the St. Joseph Home. She was a member of the Legion of Mary at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. Valerie was a loving mother, wife and grandmother, and she will be remembered as a warm, caring woman who was loved by many. She will be dearly missed.

She is survived by her daughter: Katherine A. Halifko, wife of the late Richard of Little Egg Harbor, NJ; her grandchildren: Tracy Trimblett, wife of Chris and Scott Davis, husband of Lisa; great granddaughters: Kristi Lynn Fredricks, wife of John and Kaitlyn Marie Davis; great grandson: Garrett Fredricks; sister-in-law: Kay Janitz, wife of the late Steve; niece: Valerie Janitz and nephew: Steve Janitz.

Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing from 10:00 am until her Funeral Mass at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 29, 2013 from St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd. Holland, PA 18966.

Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Carol A. Oelschlegel, of Doylestown, PA died on Sunday, June 23, 2013, at Abington. She was 54

She was the beloved wife of 14 years to Mark C. Oelschlegel.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of William R. Baumher of Warrington, PA and the late Alice Devlin Baumher.
Carol grew up in Warrington and graduated from Archbishop Wood High School. She married her loving husband Mark in 1999 and moved to Doylestown, in 2001. She worked for Neshaminy Abstract for 30 years as a Title Clerk. Her hobbies included gardening, crafting with flowers, music, traveling, and vacationing at the beach. Carol enjoyed beautifying her yard with flowers and shrubs. She also enjoyed watching her son in athletic events and took great pride in his academic achievements. Carol enjoyed entertaining her large family in her home and treasured the many memories.

In addition to her husband she is survived by her loving son Mark Henry Oelschlegel of Doylestown, her 3 brothers William and Debbie Baumher of North Wales, Charlie and Pam Baumher of Doylestown, Rick and Amie Baumher of Uniondale, PA, and her 2 sisters, Susan and William Mitchell of Warwick, Anne and Lou Wilson of Hatfield. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Thursday, June 27, 2013 from 6:00 — 8:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave., (at Sandy Ridge Rd) New Britain, PA 18901 and on Friday, June 28, at St. Robert Bellarmine Church, 856 Euclid Ave., Warrington, PA 18976, from 9:00am until her Funeral Mass, 10:00am. Her interment will be in St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont, PA 18914.

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

Sylvia “Suzy” Kahn of Chalfont passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at Abington Health Lansdale Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

She was the beloved wife of the late George Kahn.

Born in Philadelphia, Sylvia Susan Lane was the daughter of the late Isadore and Anna Lane and sister of the late Carl Lane.

She graduated from West Philadelphia High School. Suzy owned and operated Suzy’s Lounge for over 40 years. A true entrepreneur and always seeking a new venture, Suzy also owned several other businesses during her lifetime, including Neshaminy (Warrington) Lumber in Warrington, PA; the Maples Bar and Grill in Horsham, PA; two hotels in trendy South Beach, Florida; and a Motel in Deerfield Beach, Florida.

In addition to being a successful businesswoman, Suzy enjoyed a professional singing career. As a high school senior, she won a singing contest sponsored by WDAS Radio in Philadelphia, awarding her with her own summer radio show, “The Melody Matinee, featuring Sue Lane”. Suzy later received a scholarship to the prestigious Settlement Music School in Philadelphia, where she studied opera and piano. She then had the opportunity to attend the world renowned Curtis Institute. She went on to perform in some of the most exclusive hotels and night clubs in Miami Beach, Florida.

Suzy loved to entertain friends and family. People admired her talent and enjoyed her beautiful voice, often requesting her to perform at their celebrations.

Suzy’s passion for music combined with her dynamic personality inspired what would be her most gratifying career; teaching piano and voice to children of all ages. She loved helping young people realize their dreams and potential.

Suzy gave of herself without hesitation. She was a leader, an innovator, a truly liberated woman, and a shining example of living life on your own terms. Her legacy will live on.

Suzy is survived by her devoted children and their spouses: Barry Kahn of Pittsgrove, NJ; Charlotte Houser (Joel) of Chalfont; Glenn Kahn (Shelly) of Lehighton, PA; Laurie Tugberk (Faik) of Bethesda, MD; Elice Moll (Buddy) of Quakertown; and Michael Kahn (Christine) of Dublin, OH. She is also survived by her brother Amor Lane of Rockville, MD, as well many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Suzy’s family will receive friends at 10am on Friday, June 28, 2013 immediately followed by her memorial service at 11am in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 E. Butler Avenue, (at Sandy Ridge Road), New Britain, PA 18901. Interment will take place at Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville, PA.

Contributions in her memory may be made to the American Lung Association, 527 Plymouth Road, Suite 403, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462.

Eugene Kurman of Warminster passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at Good Shepherd Specialty Hospital, Bethlehem, PA. He was 77.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the beloved husband of 56 years to Marcella (nee Brodycz) Kurman and son of the late Michael Sr. and Stella (nee Kaczmarczyk) Kurman, and brother of the late Michael Kurman Jr. and Katherine Kurman.

In addition to his beloved wife, left behind to cherish his memory are his devoted children Christine Katherine, Marcella Ann Mezzanotte (Henry), Eugene Peter (Diane); his grandchildren Peter Edwin Fair (fiancée Jeannette Parton), Elizabeth Ann Fair Meeker (Daniel), Larissa, Nicholas and Alexander.

He is also survived by his Uncle, Walter T. Kurman of East Longmeadow, MA, and siblings Yaroslav, Theodore (Lucy), Stefania A. Bryant (Alan), his sister-in-law Barbara Kurman, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Eugene was the founder of Gene’s Auto Body Collision Specialists of Feasterville that was Established in 1969. He was a faithful parishioner and member of the Parish Board of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia, member of the Ukrainian-American Veterans Post No. 4, and a past member of the Feasterville Fire Company.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings; Wednesday evening, June 26 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with Parastas services at 7:00 PM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954 and on Thursday, June 27 at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral 6740 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19126 from 8:30 AM until his Divine Liturgy at 10:00 AM.

Internment at Lawn Croft Cemetery, 1000 West Ridge Road, (Delaware County) Linwood, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to UOC of the USA, PO Box 495, South Bound Brook, NJ 08880. Kindly mark in the memo section: ORPHANAGE in Eugene’s Memory.