Robert Clark Strunk of Washington Crossing died suddenly
Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at his home. He was 65.
Robert was the beloved husband of 40 years to Nancy Elaine
Janiczek Strunk.
Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Elmer and Carolyn
Clayton Strunk.
Bob was a former resident of Sellersville before moving to
Washington Crossing in 2004. He was a graduate of Penn State University
and earned his Masters Degree in Engineering from Drexel University. He
was licensed as a Professional Engineer in over 20 states and was a
member of multiple professional associations including; NSPE, AISC, ACI,
ASCE, NCEES and the NCSEA. Bob served in many positions in various
churches throughout his life and was an avid supporter of the Bucks
County Choral Society for many years. In his leisure, he enjoyed playing
pickleball, and was DEVOTED to all of his family. Bob will be deeply
missed by his family and by all who came to know him.
In addition to his beloved wife Nancy, Bob is survived by his children,
Robert Clayton and his wife Lauren of Langhorne and Lisa Diane Strunk of
Santa Barbara, CA. He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren,
Gabriel and Violet and his sister, Ruth Curtier Sweeney of Washington
Crossing.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewings from 6:00-8:00
pm on Monday, May 21 st and on Tuesday, May 22 nd from 9:00 am until his
Funeral Service 10:00 am in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800
Newtown-Richboro Rd., Richboro, PA 18954. Interment will follow at the
Newtown Cemetery.
If so desired, please consider a contribution in Robert’s memory to
the Bucks County Choral Society, 252 W. Swamp Rd., #5, Doylestown, PA
18901 or St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church of Yardley, PA. 

Kenneth Kitson, Jr. “Ken” of Doylestown, died on May 16, 2018 at Pine Run Health Center, surrounded by his family.  He was 88. 

Ken was born on October 14, 1929 in Mt. Airy, Pa., to Rachel Wetherill Kitson and Kenneth Kitson, Sr.  He grew up in Germantown Pa. where he attended Roosevelt Jr. High and Germantown High School. He graduated from LaSalle College Night School, majoring in Marketing.

He served in the National Guard during the Korean War, and was stationed in Germany

In 1955 he married the former Betty Hatch and they raised their two sons in Oreland, Pennsylvania.  In 1986 he retired from a long career with Smith, Kline & French Pharmaceuticals (now GlaxoSmithKline) and he and Betty moved to Ottsville, in Bucks County.

His interests included nature and birding, photography, camping, woodworking and carving, painting, and model railroading. He was active in his sons’ Boy Scout troop. He was very active in his church as well as at Bucks County Audubon and Peace Valley Nature Center.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sister, Audrey McCrea, of Doylestown.  Surviving also are his sons: Larry and wife Bonny of Easton, and Lee and his wife, Lynn of Harleysville.  He also leaves five grandchildren:  Sheila Wood, and Kenneth, Emily, Mary and Rachel Kitson as well as 3 great-grandchildren: Brandon, Savannah and Teagan.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service on Saturday, June 2^nd at Trinity Episcopal Church, 2631 Durham Road (Rt. 413) in Buckingham. Visitation begins at 9:30 a.m. followed by the service at 10:00.  There will be a luncheon at 11:00.  Interment will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to either the above-named church at P.O. box 387, Buckingham, Pa.18912, or Peace Valley Nature Center, 170 Chapman Road, Doylestown, PA. 18901. 

Joan L. Williams Rogalinski, of Newtown, PA died peacefully Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne. She was 83 years old.

Joan was the loving wife of 49 years to the late James W. Rogalinski.

Born in Collingdale, PA, Joan was the daughter of the late George and Dorothy Atwood Williams.  She was the last of four sisters to pass, after Dorothy “Jean” Romanelli, Ruth Greenlaw and Marian Hutton.

As the foundation of a close-knit family, Joan’s priority was always her husband and son – family came first. She was supportive through incredibly difficult times and will be remembered for her caring nature, selfless generosity, sense of humor, compassion and enduring encouragement.

Joan will be missed as a devoted mother, best-friend and roommate by her only child, Steven J. Rogalinski.

She is also survived by her niece, Robin Pavel; her nephews, George Hutton, Charles Hutton, Larry Romanelli and Phillip “Jimmy” Romanelli; her grandnieces and nephews, Amanda Lind, Leonard Pavel, Kristin Pavel-Simmons, Charles “Chuck” Hutton, Jr., Melissa Hutton, Christopher Hutton, Maureen Hutton and Amy Hutton as well as all her great-grandnieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 9:00am, until the start of Joan’s prayer service, 10:00am, at the Joseph A. Fluehr, III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Feasterville, PA.

Walter W. Henkel of Richboro died peacefully on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at Doylestown Hospital, Doylestown. He was 78.

Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Walter was the beloved husband 49 years to Marjorie E. Van Hart Henkel and son of the late Lillian M. Gajkowski and father of the late Eric M. Henkel.

Walter was a resident of Richboro for the past 48 years. He attended Valley Forge Military Academy and was a graduate of Oaklyn Military Academy. He received his undergraduate degree in Accounting from Rutgers University and his Masters Degree from National Graduate Trust School at Northwestern University.

Walter’s professional career spanned over 51 years as a Trust Officer for several banks starting with Continental, Mid Atlantic, PNC Bank and retiring from Harleysville as Senior Vice President and Trust Officer. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force serving as an Intelligence Officer during the Vietnam Conflict.

Walter was an active member of the Addisville Reformed Church and gave his time and talents to his community, serving as former Chairman and member of the Northampton Township Municipal Authority, a member of the Police Pension Fund Board and the Northampton Historical Society. He was an avid reader, especially of Civil War and Military History.  Walter was a 32nd Degree Mason belonging to Newtown Lodge #427 as well as a Shriner for many years. He will be remembered for his firm handshake and care of others.

In addition to his beloved wife he is survived by his son Matthew Henkel and his wife Julia.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Walter’s family on Monday, May 21, 2018 from 10:00am until his Funeral Service 11:00am at the Addisville Reformed Church, 945 Second Street Pike, Richboro. Interment with Military Honors will follow in Union Cemetery, Richboro.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Addisville Reformed Church Memorial Fund, at the above address.

Raymond F. Glanzmann of Holland died peacefully on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 with family by his side. He was 76.

Born in Philadelphia, Ray was the beloved husband of 57 years to Ada D. Seddon Glanzmann, son of the late Richard V. and Madeline M. Eitscher Glanzmann. He was predeceased by 4 brothers and 2 sisters.

Ray was a resident of Holland for the past 40 years. He was a man with determination and grit. He was the owner and President of Glanzmann Subaru of Jenkintown since 1983. His work ethic, personality and kind hearted nature lead him to all of his successes in the automobile business and in life. He was a Communicant of St. Bede the Venerable Parish. Ray was on the Board of Directors of the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia. He was very proud of the work the ADAGP accomplished with the Caring for Kids Foundation. He was an car enthusiast and a collector of classic cars. His family was the sparkle in his eyes; he looked forward to spending quality time with them in Ocean City, NJ on the beach and boardwalk.

Ray and his wife Ada traveled thru out the world but he loved coming home to Bucks County to be with family and friends.

In addition to his beloved wife Ada, Ray is survived by his dear children and their spouses Raymond R. Glanzmann and his wife Barbara K., Paul G. Glanzmann and his wife Margaret L., Jennifer G. Vesey and her husband Thomas R., and Deborah J. Glanzmann. He is the devoted grandfather of: Paul M. Glanzmann, Thomas R. Vesey, Sean P. Glanzmann, Madalyn A., and Hannah E. Vesey, Grace M.Glanzmann and Julia R.Vesey. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and a dear niece Barbara M. Beine and nephew Robert R. Glanzmann.

Ray’s family will receive condolences on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 9:00am until his Funeral Mass 11:00am at St. Bede the Venerable Church 1071 Holland Rd. Holland. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd. Phila, PA 19104.

EUGENE EDWARD (GENE) MCNANY, SR

June 26, 1928 – May 14, 2018

Eugene E. “Gene” McNany Sr., of New Britain, PA., formerly of Maplewood, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 14, 2018, surrounded by his loving wife Dolores of 66 years and his devoted family. 

Gene is survived by his four children; daughters Colleen Veni and her husband, Harry, Maureen Jansen and her husband, Lou, sons Timothy and Daniel; and daughter-in-law Kristin, widow of son Captain Eugene Edward McNany Jr.; six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews. 

Born June 26, 1928 he was the son of the late Owen V. and Katherine McNany and was predeceased by his sisters Joan Kuypers and Katherine Corcoran, and his brother O. Vincent McNany. 

Gene spent his business career of over fifty years with the former Bell Telephone (AT&T) system.  He was a graduate of Seton Hall University with a BA degree in Business, and Center for Corporate Communications of Boston College, Boston, Mass. 

A five year Air Force Veteran and veteran of the Korean War, he believed in Community service and served on many commissions and boards including; Chairman of the NJ Lottery Commission, President of the Board of Trustees-Essex County Youth House, NJ, President of the Gifford Chapter-Telephone Pioneers of America (AT&T), Member of the Essex County Vocational School Board, Member of the BSA Troop 2 Committee-Maplewood, NJ, Founder and organizer of the Maplewood Community Pool, Maplewood, NJ to name a few of the many public services Gene served on. 

Relatives and friends are invited to greet his family on Friday, May 18, 2018 from 10:00 AM until his Funeral Mass 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 5194 Cold Spring Creamery Rd., Doylestown, PA 18902.  His interment will follow in St. John Neumann Cemetery, 3797 County Line Rd., Chalfont, PA 18914. 

Honoring his wishes Gene requested that any memorial contributions in his memory be made to the Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Research-Golden West Chapter, PO Box 565, Agoura Hills, CA 91301, in remembrance of his son Eugene Jr. who passed away from ALS in 2012, would be appreciated.       

To my beloved husband, loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather

May God hold you in the palm of His hand

May you rest in peace and no longer have pain

All of our love today, tomorrow, and forever

You will never be forgotten and you always be missed.

John "Jack" W. Gormley, of Warminster, PA died on Monday, May 14, 2018, at the Rose Garden at Ann's Choice. He was 91.

He was the beloved husband of 64 years to Joan Wagner Gormley.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Charles and Hannah McNamee Gormley, grandfather of the late Daniel Wagner Gormley and brother of the late Rev. Charles Gormley and Richard Gormley.

Jack worked at the former Edgecomb Steel Company for 45 years. It was there that he met the love of his life, Joan. Jack was beloved by all in his family. He told great stories and “sang” wonderful songs at all the family gatherings. He now joins the chorus of angels singing Irish songs in Heaven.

In addition to his wife Joan, he is survived by his four children, John D. Gormley and his wife Susan of Abington, William Gormley and his wife Theresa of New Castle, DE, Jeanne Drabinski and her husband Walter, of Cudjoe Key, FL and Daniel Gormley and his wife Candyce Chimera of Lansdale, and his brother William Gormley.  He is also survived by his eight grandchildren: Christopher, Matthew, Nicole, Shawn, Peter, Emma, Lauren and David. 

His family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, May 24, 2018 from 9:30 AM until his Memorial Service at 11:00 AM in the Chapel at Ann’s Choice, 31000 Ann’s Choice Way, Warminster, PA 18974.  His interment will be held with Military Honors at 1:00PM at  Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA.

Arthur J. Curry of Newtown died peacefully on Monday, May 14, 2018, at St. Mary Medical Center.  He was 86.

Arthur was the beloved husband of 51 and a half years to Jane K. Taylor Curry, loving father of the late Thomas Curry and grandfather of the late Millee Kerner.

Born in New York, NY, he was the son of the late Robert, Sr. and Theodora Grauzlis Curry and brother to the late Robert, John, and Richard Curry.

Arthur was a man of various interests who especially enjoyed traveling with his family, spending time at his home in Spain, cooking for family and friends, and photography.  Any time he tried a new hobby or had a new interest, Arthur always fully immersed himself into that interest or hobby.  Arthur will be greatly missed, but the love his family and friends had for him will endure eternally.  

In addition to his wife Jane, Arthur is survived by his grandchildren, Rachel Curry and Stefan Curry, and his great grandchildren, Quinten Curry-Hall and Sebastian Rivera.  He is also survived by his sisters, Dolores Garrick and Elizabeth Balzano, his sister-in-law Nelly Curry, his daughters-in-law Jane White and Milli Kerner, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Arthur’s family will receive friends on Monday, May 21, 2018 from 2:00pm until his Memorial Service at 3:00pm at Ascension Lutheran Church, 900 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940.  Interment will Interment will follow in the Memorial Garden at Ascension Lutheran Church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to either ALS Foundation for Life, PO Box 96, Natick, MA 01760 or to the Ascension Lutheran Church at the address above.  

Linda L. Carothers of in North Wales died peacefully on May 13^th at her home surrounded by many family and friends after a brief and heroic battle against cancer. She was 71.

Born in Philadelphia, Linda was the loving life-partner of Deborah Mundy for the past 28 years. She was the daughter of Edward and Mary (Hackett) Carothers. Linda was predeceased by her parents, her brother William, and her sister Anna.

Linda graduated from Frankford High School, where she developed her skills as a softball player. After school, she moved to California where she played professionally for the Bakersfield Aggies and the San Bernardino Gems. Moving back to Philadelphia, Linda coached women’s softball at the University of Pennsylvania for 23 years, 1974 – 1997, where she coached the team to their first Ivy League championship. Linda was also active in the local chapter of the American Softball Association and worked with many youth teams in Philadelphia. Linda was inducted into the Philadelphia Softball Hall of Fame in 1996.

In retirement, Linda enjoyed traveling, gardening, and golf. She was especially devoted to her summer house in Surf City, Long Beach Island at the Jersey shore, where she and Debbie hosted family and friends all year long.

In addition to her life-partner, Linda is survived by her brother, Edward Carothers Jr. (Patti), her sisters Jan Fioravanti (Rose Izzi) and Dorene Vandiver her brother-in -law Jim Mundy (Rene), Michael (Donna), Mark, Matthew (Sheila),sister -in law Maureen (Shelley) and many nieces, nephews great nieces and nephews and a great-great nephew.

Linda’s family will receive relatives and friends, Friday, May 18, 2018 from 9:00 am until her Funeral Service 11:00 am, at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901.  Her interment will follow in Glenwood Memorial Gardens, Broomall. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda’s memory may be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or the Center for Creative Works.

Rita A. Keenan, a long-term resident of Langhorne, PA, passed away on May 13, 2018 at The Birches of Newtown following an illness. She was 85.

Rita was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late John and Wilhelmina Behlen Madden; she was the beloved wife of 59 years to the late Vincent J. Keenan. She is survived by their five children, Vincent Jr. and his wife Cindi of Langhorne, Paul and his wife Lisa of Buckingham, Nancy Huffman of Naperville, IL, Timothy and his wife Diane of Jamison, and Mary Mullen and her husband Thomas of Downingtown. She was also a Grandmother of seventeen and a Great Grandmother of six. Rita is also survived by her sister Mary Jane McGrath of Williamsburg, VA.

Rita was a long-term employee of the Neshaminy School District where she was the secretary to the Assistant Superintendent. Rita really enjoyed her time at Neshaminy and especially treasured being part of “The Cherry Street Gang,” the nickname for her group of coworkers who often reunited over lunch or dinner to reminisce and share some laughs.

Rita was always one to try a new hobby or craft. She especially loved flower arranging and took great pleasure in being a member of the Four Lanes End Garden Club in Langhorne. She competed in local flower shows and very much enjoyed being involved in their annual Holiday House Tour. She took great pride in being instrumental in its planning and success.

Rita was quick to make friends wherever she went. She treasured her long term friendships with those from her old neighborhoods of Highland Park and Sunny Hill. She also loved meeting new people; no one was ever a stranger to Rita after getting to know her for just a few minutes. She will be sorely missed by family and friends alike.

The Keenan Family would also like to extend their thanks to all the parishioners of her parish, The Church of St. Andrew, where she was a faithful communicant. To her caretakers over the past few months, for they were humbled by the care and compassion she received, especially in their mother’s last days. They thank her caregivers for making this last memory of Rita one of dignity and grace. 

Rita’s family will receive condolences on Friday May 18, 2018 from 9:30 am until her Funeral Mass 11:00am in the Olde Church of St. Andrew 135 Sycamore St. Newtown. Interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery.