Steven Edward Gregory of Churchville passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at the age of 22.

Born in Langhorne, he was the beloved son of W. Jay and Christine Lanier Gregory, and maternal grandson of the late Edward Munroe and Loyce Bennett Lanier.

Steven was a resident of Churchville, PA and a 2007 graduate of Council Rock High School South. He received his Associate’s Degree from Deep Springs College in California and recently his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy from Bard College in New York.

Coming home this fall Steven rethought his direction and in many respects returned to his roots, one of those being the world of words. This month he was preparing to enroll in graduate school to obtain his secondary school teaching certificate and Master’s degree in English in order to teach at the high school level. Like all that he pursued Steven passionately began formulating his own methods of teaching grammar, literature and writing as he had an instinctive gift regarding words and the English language. He desired to impart his enthusiasm to his students.

A self learner, Steven read extensively and was a visionary thinker beyond his years. To say he loved learning would be an understatement.

Perhaps most importantly we will recall Steven’s character. He was a gentle young man with a caring heart whose insights regarding life and people were remarkable. He was compassionate toward those who were different or hurting. Steven was in the pure sense of the word a seeker of truth in ideology and his own inner convictions and actions. His faith in God was the foundation of his character, and his integrity and honesty were keynotes of his life. He displayed a strong work ethic, whether playing football as a youth, learning to play the guitar, thoroughly investigating entomology since childhood, or writing poetry as a young adult.

There are no words to express how sorely Steven will be missed by his loving and devoted family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Steven is survived by his sister Lauren Anne Gregory of Churchville; he is also survived by his paternal grandparents Richard A. and Muriel Ayer Gregory of Lancaster; his uncles, Edward M. Lanier, Jr., R. Alan Gregory, Jr. and his wife Linda and his aunt, Judith Kerns and her husband Bill and several cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service Wednesday evening, December 28, 2011 at 7:00pm at Crossing Community Church at 80 Lower Silver Lake Rd. Newtown, PA 18940.

Steven’s family requests that you join them for fellowship and light refreshments immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Crossing Community Church.

June K. Prutzman Mink Fluehr of Lafayette Redeemer died on Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at Jefferson Hospital.

She was the beloved wife of 47 years to the late Matthew Mink and 14 years to the late Joseph A. Fluehr Jr. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Mary Morris Prutzman.

June was a resident of Levittown and Southampton before moving to Lafayette Redeemer in 2009. June’s professional career spanned many years working in the fashion industry as a buyer for the former Pomeroy’s Department Store and several others in the Philadelphia area. June, as she would tell you, was the luckiest women in the world to have had the fortune to have had two wonderful marriages and an extended family that was so very supportive to her. “Gigi”, as she was known to her grandchildren and great grandchildren, was a woman of many talents; she was an avid reader, card player and an excellent shopper. She looked forward to playing games with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who had the opportunity to know and love her.

June is survived by her devoted children, Ferne A. Abramson and her husband Gilbert Abramson, Esq., of Upper Gwynedd, her son Gary W. Mink and his wife Linda of Harvey Cedars, NJ. She was dearest stepmother of Joseph A. Fluehr III (Christine M.), James M. Fluehr (Helene), Edythe Merritt (Robert), E. Andrea Albert (John DMD), Thomas Fluehr Sr. (Susan), Mary T. McQuiggan (John), Lawrence L. Fluehr, Margaret Mary Bauer (Mark), her 6 loving grandchildren; Andrew S. Abramson Esq. (Margo), Lisa J. Goldstein Esq. (Philip), Marla A. Joseph Esq. (David R. Esq.), Jeanenne Weinstein (Nick), Matthew Mink (Andrea), and Garrett Mink, 7 great grandchildren, 18 step grandchildren and 12 step-great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to call Friday from 9:30 a.m. until her Words of Remembrance, 11:00 a.m. at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro.

Interment Shalom Memorial Park.

Contributions in her memory maybe made to National Aphasia Association, 350 Seventh Ave., New York, NY 10001

Patricia A. Wohleb Kardish of Doylestown, formerly of Churchville, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at her home. She was 77.

She was the beloved wife of 57 wonderful years to Dr. Thomas J. Kardish. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of late Walter and Agnes Holicz Wohleb.
Pat was a resident of Doylestown for the past 6 years. She was a graduate of Little Flower High School for Girls in Philadelphia. She spent her professional career as an Administrative Assistant in various positions in Bucks County and Philadelphia. Pat was a devoted wife and mother and one of the most loving and caring grandmother and great grandmother a family could ask for. Her faith and her vision of life have been instilled in all of her children. She was a faithful and daily communicant of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish. She will be deeply missed by her loving and caring family and many friends.

In addition to her beloved husband, she is survived by her dear children and their spouses; Susan Cattie and her husband Francis, Tricia Fischer and her husband Charles, Thomas A. Kardish and his wife Christine, Paul J. Kardish Esq. and his wife Lisa, Joanne Resnic and her husband Michael, David E. Kardish and his wife Carmen and Jessica Donahue and her husband Robert. She is also survived by 16 grand children and 1 great grandson, and a brother and sister.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church with interment at the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery.

Pat’s family respectfully requests contributions in her memory may be made to: Society of the Little Flower, 1313 Frontage Rd., Darien, Il 60561 or Little Sisters of the Poor, 5300 Chester Ave., Phila., PA 19143-4993. Mass cards would also be appreciated.

William P. Bishop of Holland, PA died on Monday, December 19, 2011, at his home after a courageous battle with ALS. He was 50.

He was the beloved husband of Karen S. Bishop for 22 years.

Born in Wilmington, DE, he was the son of Helen L. Sacre of Holland, PA and William P. Bishop and his wife, Elizabeth, of Port Orange, FL.

Bill was a resident of Holland for the past 22 years. He graduated in 1983 from Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia, with a B.A. in mathematics. Bill practiced as a pension consultant and actuary for many years. Before retiring in 2008 due to his illness, Bill served as President of Savitz, a Philadelphia employee benefits consulting firm. Under Bill’s leadership, the firm experienced tremendous growth and strengthened its reputation for providing quality innovative and creative solutions for its clients. As a direct descendant of William Paca, who signed the Declaration of Independence, Bill embraced a love of American history.

In addition to his beloved wife and parents, he is survived by his two children, Stephen P. Bishop and Elaine M. Bishop, both of Holland. He is also survived by his brother, Edward T. Bishop and his wife, Cynthia, of Langhorne, and his sister, Carolyn C. Bishop-Brennan and her husband, Kevin, of Glenolden, PA.

Funeral services and interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Bill’s memory may be made to the ALS Association- Greater Philadelphia Chapter, 321 N. Norristown Road, Suite 260, Ambler, PA 19002.

Elizabeth M. (Bette) Brelsford Bucknum of Holland, PA died peacefully on Monday, December 19, 2011, at Sunrise Healthcare, Yardley. She was 89.

She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph W. Bucknum and mother of the late Douglas C. Bucknum.

Born in Morrisville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Marion Brelsford, and sister of the late Joseph Brelsford and Marie McNabb.

Bette graduated from Morrisville High School. During her lifetime, she worked for Westinghouse and also for the Pennsbury School District. Bette and her husband Joe spent many wonderful years together residing in Morrisville, PA, Yardley, PA, Sea Girt, NJ, Hilltown, PA, and Buckingham, PA. Bette and Joe spent much of their retirement RVing around the country before settling into a winter residence in Ft. Myers, FL.

Bette was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and homemaker. She was an avid seamstress and gardener. Bette also loved to square dance.

Bette will be greatly missed by her daughter Joann C. Osenlund and her husband Richard of Holland, PA and also by her 4 grandchildren; Heather Gavaghan, Kurt Osenlund, Lacy Adams, and Amanda Bucknum, and her 3 great grandchildren Jack and Lauren Gavaghan, and George Adams.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Wednesday, December 28, 2011, from 8:30 AM to 9:30 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 St. Bede the Venerable Church, Holland.

Private interment will follow at Holy Trinity Cemetery Yardley, PA.

Sarah V. Gilmore of Ivyland died tragically on Friday, December 16, 2011. She was 74.

Sarah was the beloved wife of 49 years to the late John “Jack” P. Gilmore.

Born in Carrigart, County Donegal, Ireland, she was the daughter of the late James and Sarah Boyce and sister of the late James and John Boyce.

Sarah is survived by her 5 loving children, John P. Gilmore and his wife Bernadette of Richboro, PA, James T. Gilmore of Medford, NJ, Thomas J. Gilmore and his wife Joan of Shrewsbury, MA, Michael P. Gilmore and his wife Susan of Ivyland, PA and Mary Ann D’Angelo of Holland, PA and her fiancé Christopher Gack. Dear sister of Barney Boyce and Mary McGillian both of Upper Darby, and Mandy Boyce of Ireland. She is also survived by her 12 grandchildren; Patrick, Donovan, Shane, Keely, Liam, Sarah, Jack, Nicole, Michael, Bailey, Eric and Alex.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Tuesday evening December 20, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, December 21, 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 St. Vincent de Paul Church, 654 Hatboro Road, Richboro. Interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Amyloidosis Foundation, c/o www.amyloidosis.org.

Michael J. Elinich, of Pipersville, (formerly of Bensalem) died on Friday, December 16, 2011 at Doylestown Hospital. He was 55.

He was the beloved husband of Diana M. Kowalski Elinich. Son of the late Vincent and Loretta Fischer Elinich. Devoted father of: Crystal Salvesen (Jedd) of Doylestown, Melissa A. and Brittany L. Elinich of Pipersville.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Wednesday evening December 21, from 6:00pm until his Funeral Service 8:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 E. Butler Ave.(Rt. 202 and Sandy Ridge Rd.), New Britain, PA 18901. Interment will be private.

Herbert K. Speers M.D., of Warminster and formerly of Langhorne, PA, died peacefully on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011. He was 88.

He was the beloved husband of 57 years to Katharine Swint Speers.

Born in Philadelphia, Dr. Speers was the son of the late Robert and Ada Johnston Speers and brother of the late Robert Speers.

Dr. Speers was proud to be a veteran of the Army during World War II and a veteran of the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Herb graduated from Northeast Public High School in 1941 and attended the University of Pennsylvania for a few years before enlisting in the Army. During his enlistment, Herb was part of a special program that sent him to Ohio State University Medical School. In 1949, Herb graduated as a Medical Doctor from Ohio State University Medical School and then he went on to start and complete his medical internship at the University of Maryland Hospital. In 1953, he started his Ob-Gyn residency at Abington Memorial Hospital.

Herb practiced medicine in Levittown from 1957 to his retirement in 1995 serving 3 of the areas local hospitals; Lower Bucks, St. Mary’s, and Abington Memorial Hospitals. Dr. Speers was instrumental in the founding of the Planned Parenthood Program for Bucks County and served as a Charter Member and also as Medical Director.

Herb enjoyed spending time with his family and creating everlasting memories that they will cherish forever. He will be sorely missed by everyone who has come to know and love him for the person and the Doctor whom he was.

In addition to his beloved wife Katharine, He is also survived by his loving children; Karen D. Lautzenheiser and her husband Wade of North Canton, OH, Nancy L. Wright of Warminster, PA, Kathleen A. Lugosch and her Husband Eric of Evanston, IL, and Kenneth P. Speers and his wife Marie of Yardley, PA. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren; Michael, Christine, Tyler, Adam, Kelly, and Stephanie .

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011 from 9:00 AM until his Funeral Service 10:00 AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road) Richboro, PA 18954.

Interment will follow at Newtown Cemetery, Newtown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Doctors without Borders, P.O. Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741, or to a charity of the donor’s Choice.

Julius Menhardt Jr. of Richboro, PA died on Sunday, December 11, 2011, at St. Mary Medical Center, Langhorne. He was 82.

He was the beloved husband of Helen Koestel Menhardt for 56 years.

Born in Czechoslovakia, he was the son of the late Julius Sr. and Julie Gally Menhardt and brother of the late John Menhardt and Edward Menhardt.

Jules, as he was known to all, was born on November 30, 1929 in the German region of Czechoslovakia. Raised on a farm, he lived through the horrors of World War II. After losing his older brother, John, on the last day of the war, the family immigrated to America and settled in Philadelphia. Soon afterwards, he was drafted into the U.S. Marine Corps and sent to Korea where he proudly served his country. After the war, he worked as a carpenter and soon started his own contracting company.

Jules was a life long member of the United German Hungarian Club in Feasterville and Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Somerton section of Philadelphia, where he was instrumental in the construction of the bell tower.

In his leisure time, he was a devoted fan of all the Philadelphia sports teams, but especially loved soccer and skiing the most. His legacy will forever be a passion for life, a love for his family and friends, and for having a generous heart. He will be sadly missed as a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his three children, Heidi M. Ryder and her husband, Bill, of Warminster, PA, Kurt J. Menhardt and his wife, Linda, of Lower Gwynedd, PA and Werner J. Menhardt and his companion, Lisa Fenton, of Doylestown, PA. He is also survived by his 10 loving grandchildren; Shawn, Caitlin, Amber, Jaclyn, Devin, Dillon, Madison, Mason, Quinn and Brian.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Thursday, December 15, 2011, from 10:00 AM until his Funeral Service 11:00 AM at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 14100 Worthington Road, Philadelphia, PA 19116.

Interment will take place at Forest Hills Cemetery, Philadelphia, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church at the above address or to United German Hungarian Club, 4666 Bristol Road, Oakford, PA 19053.