Helen Flynn Curry Stewart, formerly of Southampton NJ and most recently of Twining Village, Holland, PA passed away on Sept. 20, 2012 at St. Mary Medical Center surrounded by her family. She was 86.

Helen was the beloved wife of the late Elmer C. Stewart.

Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Leo and Carrie Cotter Flynn. After her mother’s death during the Great Depression, Helen was taken in at the age of 2 and raised by the Duff family on Wolf St. in South Philadelphia. Although Helen and her siblings where separated and raised by different families as a result of the difficult times, she fondly remembered her brothers Francis, Edward, Leo and William.

Helen attended elementary school at Saint Monica School, and graduated from the John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School. Helen’s first marriage brought forth three cherished sons, whom she lovingly raised as a single mother. For many years she worked and supported her family on her own, and faced the difficult times with a calm assurance and embraced the good times with the vivaciousness and verve that she will be remembered for.

Helen held several places of employment throughout her life in Philadelphia, and retired from Cutler Egg Products as a bookkeeper. In her journals, she said that her favorite job was working as a teenager at the Armory Cafeteria waiting on the soldiers. After her marriage to Elmer, they lived in Leisuretown in Southampton NJ for 15 years. They fully embraced their later years together and were often out on the town, indulging Helen’s love of dancing. Helen and Elmer enjoyed over 20 years of marriage before his passing in 2002.

Mrs. Stewart was an attendee of Saint Cyril of Jerusalem Church on Sundays, and could often be seen at weekday mass at Twining Village. She loved to sing throughout her life, and continued to do so in her later years.

She is survived by her son: Thomas F. Curry, and his wife Karen of Jamison; and her grandsons: Thomas J. and Austin D. Curry. Helen was preceded in death by her sons William P. Curry and John E. Curry; her brothers: Francis, Edward, Leo and William Flynn; and her beloved Austin, Marie, and Elizabeth Duff.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. until her Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road), Richboro, PA 18940.

Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Cyril Church Building Fund, 1410 Almshouse Rd., Jamison, PA 18929.

Nicholas A. Pico, age 70, died Thursday, September 20, 2012 at St. Mary Medical Center.

Nick was born on March 15, 1942 in Philadelphia, and was a resident of Richboro for 38 years. Nick joined the teamsters in 1964 at the age of 22. He began his career at Kramer Bros, then Transcon where he was the Chief Shop Steward. In 1988, Nick became a business agent for Teamsters Local 107. Nick lived his dream of being a business agent, until he became the Vice President of Local 107. Nick served his position as Vice President, until he retired in June 2000. Throughout his career as a Teamster he worked endless hours devoting days, nights and many weekends so that he could serve his teamster family with the passion that he had for the union. Nick enjoyed spending time with his first mate on their boat and in life, Cathy, his loving wife. Nick was his happiest when he was surrounded by his grandchildren. Nick loved to golf, and spent time away at their mountain get- away. Nick was a family man, and truly enjoyed having a good laugh with his family. Nick will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Devoted and loving husband for 49 years of Cathleen (nee Lyons) Pico, he was the devoted father of Kimberly O’Donnell (Jim) of Richboro and Thomas Pico (Chrissy) of Richboro. He was the loving grandfather of Katie, Stephanie, Lindsay, Jimmy, Morgan and Sophia. Loving son of Edith “Dolly” Pico and the late Nicholas Pico. Dear brother of Stephen Pico (Elena) and Suzann Smith (Bill). Loving brother-in-law of Marianne Lyons, Joe Lyons (Pat), Vincent Lyons (Pat), Michael Lyons (Elaine), Patrick Lyons (Kim), Gertie Lyons, Margie Dent (Mike). He is preceded in death by Kathy Pico, Stephen Pico, Nicholas “Nicky” Pico, Marty Lyons and Thomas Lyons.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings on Wednesday eve. from 7:00 to 9:00 PM and on Thursday from 8:15 to 9:15AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road) Richboro, PA 18954 and to his Funeral Mass on Thursday 10:00 AM at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966.

Entombment at Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville.

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

Irma R. (nee Huchler) Koenig, of Warminster, PA, died on September 18, 2012. She was formerly of the Mayfair section of Philadelphia.

Irma was the beloved wife of the late Stephen F. Koenig and loving mother of Donna M. Koenig, Carol A. Goldberg (Reynold), Stephen M. Koenig, Ronald S. Koenig (Jacqueline) and the late Eileen R. Koenig. She was the dear aunt of Barbara Bacanskos and Mary Jane Mlynarski and their families.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Sunday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and Monday from 8:15 to 9:15 AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road), Richboro, PA 18954 and to her Funeral Mass 10:00 AM at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 605 W. Street Rd., Warminster, PA 18974.

Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem.

Marion Eileen Stewart Neithercott of Ivyland died peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012 at Arden Courts of Warminster. She was 89.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late James and Emma McKinnley Stewart and mother of the late James S. Neithercott, Debra Clark, and Bruce Neithercott. She was the loving wife of the late Walter Neithercott Jr.

Mrs. Neithercott had been a longtime resident of Ivyland.

She enjoyed spending time with her husband and family, whether it was at the family home or down at the shore. She will be sorely missed by everyone who has come to know and love her.

Marion is survived by her daughter-in-law, Leigh W. Neithercott; her son-in-law, Joe Clark; and her granddaughter, Megan L. Neithercott.

Marion's family will receive friends from 10 a.m until her Memorial Service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954. Interment will be private.

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

Patricia J. Elliott, of Buckingham, PA died Sunday, September 9, 2012 at the Arbors at Buck Run, Feasterville. She was 84.

She was the daughter of the late Lauren S. and Estelle Floyd Elliott, and stepsister of the late George Elliott.

Patricia was a resident of Buckingham for many years, and was a longtime member of Trinity Episcopal Church of Buckingham. She earned a bachelor’s degree from West Chester University, and later completed her master’s degree in education from Columbia University. Her passion was teaching and she truly made it her life’s work. Patricia began her career as a principal at Rydal Elementary School, and later at Hamilton Elementary School. She then became the head principal at Abington Junior High School, where she retired in 1988 after 30 years of service to the school and students. Pat was an active member and past president of the Soroptimist Club. She was a longtime member of Trinity Episcopal Church of Buckingham.

Patricia loved Nantucket, especially her cottage on the beach, affectionately called Brigadune. She loved to travel and took every opportunity with her companion Kay. In her free time, Pat enjoyed needlework.

She is survived by her companion, Katherine A. Margerum of Feasterville, her cousin: Artie Floyd, and his wife of Deborah, and many friends, past students and colleagues.

Relatives and friends are invited to call from 12:00 p.m. until her funeral service at 12:45 p.m. on Friday, September 14, 2012 at Trinity Episcopal Church of Buckingham, 2631 Durham Rd., Buckingham.

Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church of Buckingham, 2631 Durham Rd., Buckingham, PA 18912.

Kathryn Burness Moran of Tenants Harbor, Maine, formerly of Chalfont, passed away Friday, September 7, at her home, she was 93. Born in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Zilphia W. and Frederick A. Burness.

Kathryn was the beloved wife of the late Francis J. Moran II and the beloved grandmother of the late Denise Moran.

Kathryn is survived by her devoted children; Francis J. Moran III and his wife, Kathleen; Teresa A. Hartford and husband, Richard; Michael F. Moran, Maria K. Browne and her husband, Dennis, Patricia E. Moran-Kimmey and her husband, Terence; and the Rev. Stephen P. Moran; she is also survived by twelve grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Kathryn’s family will receive condolences on Saturday September 15, from 9:30am until her Funeral Mass 10:00am at St. Jude Church 321 W. Butler Ave. Chalfont.

Interment will follow in Ivy Hill Cemetery, Philadelphia.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Divine Providence Village, 686 Old Marple Road, Springfield, PA 19064.

Martin Frank Koller of Greenacres, Florida died Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at John F. Kennedy Hospice in Atlantis, Florida. He was 63.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Martin and Susanna Koller, and the brother of the late Katherine Koller.

Martin was a former resident of Bucks County before moving to Greenacres, Florida in 2005. Martin was a veteran of our armed forces, serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He was also an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He was a pioneer of the computer industry, entering the field in the early 1980's.

Martin is survived by his former wife and friend Sherri L. Koller of North Wales and his children, Erica, Amanda and Daniel Koller of Bucks County.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing, Tuesday September 11th from 11:00am until his Funeral 12:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro.

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

If so desired, contributions in his memory may be made to NAMI of Bucks County, P.O. Box 355, Warrington, PA 18976-0355.

Joan Davis Orfe of the Village of Neshaminy Falls died peacefully on Tuesday September 4, 2012 at Lansdale Hospital, Lansdale. She was 81.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the loving daughter of the late William J. and Helen Heinz Davis and devoted mother of the late Michael Orfe.

Joan was a resident of the Village of Neshaminy Falls for the past 6 years having formerly been a 48 year resident of Northeast Philadelphia. Joan was a graduate of Little Flower High School for Girls, class of 1949. She was a faithful parishioner of St. Bernard’s Church where she was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, Court Holy Trinity for 52 years.

Joan was a woman of many talents, her hands crafted needle point like no others. She gave her time and talents to the Boy Scouts and Girls Scouts, she served as a Den mother and cookie station, her support of the Phillies was forever. She will be deeply missed by her caring family and supportive friends.

Joan is survived by her loving daughter Deborah Orfe of Frederick MD, her caring sister Helen E. Davis of North Wales and beloved brother William J. and sister in law Maryann Davis of Richboro and nephews William and Christopher, his wife Amy and grand niece, Claire.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Friday September 7, from 10:30am until her Funeral Mass 12 Noon at Mary Mother of the Redeemer Church 1325 Upper State Rd. North Wales, PA 19454.

Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem.

Mass cards would be appreciated by the family.

James J. Seader of Shillington, PA and formerly of Churchville died suddenly on Tuesday, Sept. 4.

He is the son of Robert F. and Patricia Breslin Seader, brother of Robert S. Seader (Joanne), Timothy Seader (Debra), Kathleen Sherman (Jeff), and Laura Rottloff (Stephen).

He is also survived by his longtime companion Alicia Santiago , her family, and many nieces and nephews.

James’s family will receive friends on Friday, September 7, from 11:00 AM until his Funeral Mass 12 Noon at St. Bede the Venerable Church 1071 Holland Rd. Holland.

Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem.

James T. Murphy, Jr. of Holland passed away peacefully on Monday September 3, 2012 surrounded at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was 80.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the beloved husband of 57 years to Joan M. Murphy and devoted son of the late James T. Murphy Sr. and Ann Murphy. He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Diane M. Galasso.

Jim was a resident of Holland for the past 35 years. He was a graduate of LaSalle High School, class of 1949 and a graduate of LaSalle University. Jim was a proud veteran of the United States Army having served during the Korean War. He worked for the federal government for over 35 years having worked at the Frankford Arsenal, Fort Monmouth, and NADC. He also worked for Liberty Bell Racetrack and Philadelphia Park. He enjoyed horse racing and was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. He was a loving father who enjoyed spending time with his family. His greatest joy in life was having 12 children.

In addition to his beloved wife Joan, he is survived by his devoted children; James Murphy and his wife Beth, Joan O’Neill and her husband Rob, Kathy Hempel, Frank Murphy, Ann Marie Murphy, Tom Murphy and his wife Kim, Mary Kay Roman and her husband Bob, Michael Murphy and his wife Candace, Coleen Murphy, Denise Pickard and her husband Dr. John Pickard, Cyndi Lanzidelle and her husband Tom and his son-in-law Michael Galasso. He is also survived by 21 Grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter.

Relatives and friends ate invited to attend his viewing on Thursday, September 6, 2012 from 9:30 AM until his funeral mass 11:15 AM at St. Bede the Venerable Church 1071 Holland Rd. Holland.

Interment will follow at 1:00 PM at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Thomas Jefferson University, c/o The Jefferson Foundation in memory of James T. Murphy, Jr., 925 Chestnut St., Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA 19107.