Marga Scharmacher, of Chalfont, PA died on Friday, May 20, 2011, at New Season at New Britain. She was 91.
She was the beloved wife of the late Heinz Scharmacher.
Born in Remscheid, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Emilie Zimmermann Michel.
Marga was born, raised and educated in Germany before moving to the United States in 1955. She moved to Glen Rock, NJ where she lived with her sister and brother in law and remained with them when they moved to Boston and she began a lengthily career with Liberty Mutual Insurance as a rater. In 1964 she met and married her husband Heinz and returned to North Jersey where she lived until moving to Bucks County in 1995.
Marga was a loving and talented woman who enjoyed working with her hands. She was a gifted seamstress who enjoyed making her own clothing, from sweaters to coats. She had a green thumb and every year grew a bountiful garden. However, her real love of nature showed through with the way she cared for her cats and dogs and all the wild animals she regularly nourished. Throughout the year and especially during cold and snowy winters she made sure that the birds, squirrels, ducks, and geese were always taken care of.
She is survived by her sister Lore Porsche of Doylestown and her 2 nephews Fred Porsche and his wife Rose of North Wales and Winfred Michel and his wife Gisela of Germany.
Relatives and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 from 9:00 - 10:00 am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave. (Route 202 and Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901and to her Graveside Service 10:30 AM at Doylestown Cemetery, 215 East Court Street, Doylestown, PA 18901.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Hospice Compassus, 711 North York Road, 2nd floor, Willow Grove, PA 19090.

Cecelia E. Beveridge, of Chalfont, PA died on Thursday, May 19, 2011, at Chandler Hall Hospice surrounded by her loving family. She was 72. She was the beloved wife of 43 years to James Beveridge.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Margaret Erwin McGowan, and mother of the late son Jimmy Beveridge.
Cecelia grew up in Philadelphia and was a graduate of Little Flower High School.
Cecelia was a dedicated homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother. Her greatest joy was being with her family. She was also a big practical joker to her family, especially her grandchildren. She touched so many people with her wonderful sense of humor, giving loving spirit, and generosity.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children Kathy and John Eyrich of Warrington, Fran and Stefni Beveridge of Hainesport, NJ, Mary and Charles McFadden of Lansdale, Mike and Marlene Beveridge of Warrington, John Beveridge of New Hope, Peggy and Pat McDaid of Macungie, and Brian and Michelle Beveridge of Chalfont. She is also survived by her brothers, Joseph and Edward McGowan, the late Jack McGowan, and her sisters Helen Donohue, Peggy Dietrich, Patricia Rose, and the late Jean Hoctor. She is also survived by her 15 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing, Tuesday, May 24, 2011 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 241 East Butler Ave. (Route 202 & Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901, and to her Funeral Mass Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, Route 152 and Broad Street, Hilltown, PA 18927. Interment will follow in St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont, PA.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Chandler Hall Hospice Fund, 99 Barclay Street, Newtown, PA 18940.

Helen Reinhold Preston, of Trevose, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at St. Mary Medical Center Langhorne, PA. She was 79.

She was the beloved wife of 54 years to the late Edward L. Preston.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Viola Malinowski Reinhold and sister of the late Dorothy McInerney.

Mrs. Preston was elected to many offices throughout her tenure with the IBEW Local 1944 Telephone Operators Union which include serving as President. Since her retirement in 1995 from Bell of Pennsylvania, Helen has enjoyed playing cards and bingo with friends and also traveling with her family and friends. Helen will be sorely missed as a loving mother and grandmother, and devoted friend.

Helen is survived by her caring son and daughter-in-law Robert and Rene Preston of Jamison, PA, her sister Carol Reich and her brother Charles Reinhold and his wife Carole. She is also survived by her dear grandchildren Nicholas, Anthony, Vincent, and Devon Marie and also her close friend and companion Chris Reich.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 9:00 am until her Funeral Service 11:00 AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd.( at Holland Rd.) Richboro.

Interment will be on Monday, May 23, 2011 at 10:00AM at Beverly National Cemetery, Beverly, NJ.

In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to St. Mary Medical Center Volunteer Services, 1201 Langhorne-Newtown Rd., Langhorne, PA 19047.

Jack King Callender, Jr., an inspiration to his family, friends, and community, passed away on Tuesday, May 17th at his home in Ivyland, PA, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Jack was born on March 18th, 1959, in Schenectady, New York, but resided most of his life in Bucks County.

Jack first attended East Stroudsburg University but later transferred to West Virginia University in order to be with the love of his life, Sandra Clopton Callender. Jack was the Founder and President of Caltech Manufacturing, Inc., in Ivyland, PA, and also CalTent Party Rentals. Jack, a born leader and motivator, built his successful companies from his commitment to “hard work” and building relationships. Jack was involved in his community and was a member of the Defiance Lodge, Knights of Pythias.

Jack touched the lives of every single person who knew him. He was an amazing husband to his devoted wife, Sandy, of over 25 years and was idolized by his three sons, Jack King Callender, III, Jamie Scott Callender, and Tyler Stevens Callender. Left to cherish his memory are also his loving parents, Jack Sr. and Marjorie Callender; his sister, Joy Callender and her fiancé, Richard Lowinger; his parents-in-law, Edward and June Clopton; his sister-in-law and her husband, Terri and Gary Brasseur; his brothers-in-law and their wives, Edward and Sheryl Clopton, Scott and Irene Clopton; his nieces and nephews, Aimee, Jake, Marissa, Nadine, Emilee, and Emma; and his many devoted friends.

He loved and cherished his wife, Sandy, and their boys. He never missed a single function for his children and was their biggest fan and mentor. His sons and hundreds of other kids in the community were blessed to be coached by Jack in football, baseball and wrestling. Jack was loved and admired as a football coach at Council Rock North, Richboro Middle, Northampton Indians football and Pop Warner Peewee football and also as a Northampton baseball coach, the Richboro Middle wrestling coach as well as the president of the Council Rock North booster club. In 2010, Jack won the Northampton Township Distinguished Citizen Award for his accomplishments as a coach and member of his community. Jack taught kids to be winners not only in sports but also in life, with his mottos: “hard work,” “not too low, not too high” and “finish the mission.”

Jack was a true champion in life and in his battle with cancer. Through his entire illness, he inspired many with his devotion to his faith and fought not just for himself but for all of his family and friends, as well. He will be deeply missed.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings on Sunday, evening May 22nd 2011 from 6:00pm to 9:00 pm and on Monday from 10:00 am until 10:45 am, at St. John’s United Methodist Church 820 Almshouse Rd. Ivyland, PA. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am. Interment will be in Union Cemetery, Richboro.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Council Rock Baseball Association, PO Box 461, Richboro, PA 18954.

Martin D. Vogt, of Jamison, Bucks County, died on Monday, May 16, 2011, at Neshaminy Manor. He was 84.
He was the beloved husband of Barbara Lee (Zellers) Vogt.
Born in Orange, NJ, he was the son of the late Martin and Ida Gumpert Vogt.
Mr. Vogt was employed by the Prudential Insurance Co. for 40 years. At the time of his retirement, he was President of Pruco Securities, a Prudential Subsidiary, which oversaw close to 14,000 of Prudential’s agents when they were selling Stock, Bond and Money Market Mutual Funds. Mr. Vogt was also President of several of Prudential’s mutual funds, and on the Board of Directors of a Prudential Trust Company.
After retiring from Prudential, he was elected for 3 years to the Board of Directors of Corporate Life Ins. Co., in West Chester, PA. He also served as President of that company for 2 years.
During World War II, Mr. Vogt was trained at several US Naval Bases as a Radar Operator. His duties included assisting planes in landing through fog conditions. He received two letters of Commendation for his work. He was in Okinawa when the War ended, and then served at a Navy Air Base in Japan.
Mr. Vogt was born and raised in New Jersey. He had also lived in Paradise Valley, AZ before moving to Spring House, PA. While in his 30’s Vogt was honored as “Newark, NJ’s Most Outstanding Young Man of the Year” by Newark Jaycees for his accomplishments in business and his volunteer work over the years in Newark.
His interests included world travel, investments, reading, listening to music and an enjoyment of hiking and walking. In his travels in our Country, he had visited all of our 50 states.
In addition to his beloved wife, Mr. Vogt is also survived by his daughter Virginia Ann and her husband Rockland Saunders, his stepsons William and James Ross, and his grandchildren Ian and Jaclyn Ross.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing, Monday, May 23, 2011 from 9:30 am until his Funeral Service 11:00 am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave., (Route 202 & Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville, PA. A flag raising ceremony will then occur at 2:30 pm at the Manor at Yorktown in Jamison with a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation, 1206 Potomac Street Northwest, Washington D.C., 20007-3211, or Alzheimer's Disease Research, 22512 Gateway Center Drive, Clarksburg, MD 20871.

Francis Xavier Faris, 92, a resident of Severna Park, died on May 16, 2011 at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis.

He was born on December 20, 1918 in Philadelphia, PA, He was a member of the first class, graduating in1936, of South Catholic High School. Mr. Faris served in the U.S. Army during WW II and the Korean War. After WWII he began an apprenticeship to become a machinist at the Frankford Arsenal in Philadelphia PA. As a machinist by trade he built the first mold used to make a Styrofoam cup for his brother-in-law, Harry Harp, of Double H Plastics. Mr. Faris also worked for a time as a photographer with his brother-in-law, Jim Forsyth, at Forsyth & Faris.

Moving out of the shop he began his career in Procurement where he rose to the position of Head of Procurement at the Frankford Arsenal, retiring after 37 years. Frank and his wife of 50 years, Ann, enjoyed wintering in Holiday, Florida for over 20 years.
He lived the past 4 years in Severna Park in Cape Arthur.

He was a member of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, American Legion, National Association of Retired Federal Employees, Millay Club for Graduates of South Catholic, a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Severna Park, and former member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Philadelphia.

Family and friends may visit on Saturday, May 21, 2011, from 9-11 am at the Olde Church of St. Andrew, 135 S. Sycamore St, Newtown, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11am. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem, PA.

Mr. Faris was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Theresa Faris (nee King), his parents, Walter & Sarah Faris and his sisters Sara Forsyth and Mary Harp, and brothers Walter, George, Tom, and Harry Faris.

Survivors include his son, Francis X. Faris, Jr. of Baltimore and three daughters, Mary Anne Dorman (Bill) of Arnold, Lorraine Faris of Severna Park, and Kathleen Sands of St. Petersburg, FL. He was also survived by four grandsons; one granddaughter; and one great grandson.

Memorial Contributions may be made to: American Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 515, Northampton, MA 01061-1515; Assisi House- Sisters of St. Francis, 600 Red Hill Road, Aston, PA 19014; and/or Juvenile Diabetes Research, 225 City Avenue Suite 104, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.

Charles H. “Charlie” Lauer, of Chalfont, PA died on Monday, May 16, 2011, at his residence. He was 67.

He was the beloved husband of Rosemarie Palmer Lauer for over 30 years.

Born Feb 14, 1944 in Atlantic City, NJ, he was the son of the late Charles and Miranda Kolbe Lauer.

Charlie was a graduate of Oak Crest High School in Egg Harbor City, N.J., class of 1962. He was a member of the Army National Guard, 112th Artillery. Charlie spent 38 years as a Switching Equipment Technician for Verizon and retired from their Ft. Washington center in 2009. He was an avid sports fan and loved both the Eagles and the Phillies. However, his life’s real passion was fishing. Whether freshwater or saltwater, Charlie was happiest with a fishing pole in his hands.

In addition to his wife, Charlie is survived by his two sons Stephen Lauer and his wife Anju of North Wales, and Charles Lee Lauer of Chalfont.

Charles’ family will receive condolences on Friday, May 20, 2011 from 11:00AM until his Memorial Service 12 Noon at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave. (Route 202 & Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Doylestown Hospital Hospice 595 W. State St. Doylestown PA 18901 or the A. S. P. C. A. P.O. Box 277 Lahaska PA 18931

Charles Barden Walter passed away peacefully on May 16, 2011 at Neshaminy Manor in Warrington with family members at his side. He was 82 years old.

He was the beloved husband of Charlotte Ivins Walter.

He was the son of the late Russel Bush & Carolyn Nearing Walter and brother of the late Roland Walter and brother-in-law of the late Peg Walter.

Charlie was born in Tioga, PA; not far from Corning, NY. He was a resident of Perkasie for the past 20 years prior to entering the Neshaminy Manor in June of 2009. He received his Bachelor’s degree in 1951 in Physical Science and Mathematics from Lock Haven University and received his Masters degree in Educational Administration from Bucknell University in 1955. He also worked toward his Doctorate at Temple University. He held certificates in education for Physical Science & Mathematics, Pennsylvania Supervising Principal, Pennsylvania Administrative Assistant to Superintendent in Charge of Business Affairs and Pennsylvania Secondary Principal.

Charlie taught mathematics at the Wellsboro Jr.-Sr. High School, Wellsboro, PA from l952 to 1953 and Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at the Roaring Creek Valley Joint High School in Numidia, PA from 1953 to 1956. In 1956 Charlie came to Lower Bucks County where he taught Mathematics at Benjamin Franklin Jr. High School from 1956 to 1959 and from l960-1964. He was a Guidance Counselor and Instructor of Mathematics at the Woodrow Wilson High School, from 1959 to 1960 in the Bristol Township School District. His other experience was being a Physical Science Aide at the Naval Ordinance Laboratory, White Oak, Maryland. He was the Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent in Charge of Business in East Hartford Public Schools, Connecticut for two years.

In 1969, at the creative hand of Raymond Gilbert a prominent Council Rock school board member, Charlie came to work for the Council Rock School District. Charlie gave his heart and soul to the district for over 41 years of service in education, retiring as Director of Business Affairs in July of 1993. Well done, good and faithful servant! While at Council Rock, he placed the welfare of the district in his hands and treated it as a priority. Council Rock benefited from his true dedication, dependability, eagerness, honesty, and leadership. Charlie’s love for children shined through in everything he did. Charlie was active in the Boy Scouts and was especially proud when his son Chuck received the Eagle Scout Award.

Charlie was the proud father of two children, Charlene Borah (Ken) and Charles B. Walter, Jr (Cheryl).

In addition to his beloved wife, and children Charlie is survived by three step-children Dale Hogeland, Drew Hogeland and Dawn Hogeland Cascarino (Steve). He is also survived by his brother Fred Walter of Lititz, PA and his sister Linda Nesbitt from Chicago, IL. He has 8 wonderful grandchildren: Jessica L., Charles B., III, Kenneth, Jr., Thomas, Mackenzie, Melanie, Sean, and Jamie. He also is survived by several nieces and nephews and many cousins. Also his love for his next door neighbor children was a site to behold (Melanie, Natalie, Daniel, Bethany, Victoria and Hannah).

Charlie was a faithful member of Doylestown Presbyterian Church and was so appreciative of the kind support they provided both he and Charlotte during his illness.

Charlie’s family will receive relatives, friends and colleagues prior to his life celebration on Thursday May 26, 2011 from 10:00am until his Memorial Service at 11:00am at the Doylestown Presbyterian Church, 127 East Court St,. Doylestown, PA 18901. Interment will be private.

Since Charlie thoroughly loved the Music Ministry at Doylestown Presbyterian Church, the family would appreciate contributions in his memory be made to them at the above address.

Ruth E. Heidmann (nee Brossman), of Lower Gwynedd, PA, died on May 14, 2011 at the age of 90.

Ruth was the beloved wife of the late George B. Heidmann, Jr.

She was the loving mother of Jacqueline Criswell (Alan) and the late Barbara Kraft-Heidmann and devoted grandmother of George Kraft-Heidmann and Nicole and Alexander Criswell. She was the dear sister of John Brossman (Helen).

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Wednesday from 10:30 AM until her Funeral Service 11:30 AM at The Wayside Chapel at Whitemarsh Memorial Park, 1169 Limekiln Pike, Prospectville, PA 19002. Entombment to follow.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Irene Coldwell Wiegand, of Northampton Township died peacefully on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the Hospital of University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. She was 93.

She was the beloved wife of the late Frank G. Wiegand. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late George and Irene Cunningham Coldwell.

Irene was a resident of Northampton Township for over 42 years having lived in Churchville and Richboro and also spent a few years in Stuart Fl. She was a graduate of Simon Gratz High School class of 1935 and Philadelphia College of Art, class of 1938 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree and continued her education at Trenton State College to obtain a Certification in Elementary Education. Irene was a kindergarten teacher in the Council Rock School district for many years, having taught at both Churchville and Holland elementary schools.

Her faith was most important to her, for she gave her time and talents, as a member of the North and Southampton Reformed Church in Churchville, where she was an Elder, President of the Reformed Church Women, Sunday School Teacher and a strong advocate for Christian Education. She was a respected and loved leader and mentor to the women and youth of the church. A widow for over 18 years, she devoted herself to family and especially her dear grandchildren. Her quick wit and loving smile will be deeply missed by all who came to know and love her.

Irene is survived by her loving children; Jonathan F. Wiegand and his wife Diane of Crewe, VA., Susan W. Nelson and her husband Roy of Richboro, David C. Wiegand and his wife Nancy of Fairfax, VA., and her 9 caring grandchildren; Jonathan Wiegand, Jodee Haigh, Heather Staylor, Shannon Wilcox, David Nelson, Laura Siciliano, Karen and Peter Nelson and Norah Wiegand.

Irene’s family will receive condolences on Saturday May 21, 2011 from 9:30am until her Memorial Service 10:30am at the North and Southampton Reformed Church 1380 Bristol Rd. Churchville, PA 18966, Fellowship will follow immediately after the service at the church.

Interment will be private at Lawnview Cemetery, Rockledge.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Irene’s memory may be made to Memorial Fund of the North and Southampton Reformed Church, at the above address.