James P C Piau of Richboro went to be with His Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 29, 2018. He was 71. James was the devoted husband of 44 years to Alice Liang Piau. Born in Taiwan, he emigrated to the United States in 1973 and moved to Richboro in 1987.

A graduate of National Taiwan University and Temple University, James worked at Norristown State Hospital as a Social Worker and Administrator in the Forensic Psychology Unit for over 30 years.

James was extremely dedicated to his family, church, and neighbors. He loved cooking, playing golf, and taking walks in the neighborhood. His main delight was seeing his children, Angie and Vincent, excel and later spending time with his 4 grandchildren. James was a caring and considerate husband, father, and friend. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

James leaves behind his wife, Alice, daughter, Angie and her husband Larry, son, Vincent and his wife Constance. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren whom he loved dearly, Adam, Jacob, Emmeline, and Jeremy.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family from 9:30am until his Celebration of Life Service at 10:30am on Saturday, May 5^th at Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road, Richboro, PA 18954. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery.

If so desired, please consider a contribution in James' memory to the Chinese Gospel Church, 222 N 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107.

Joseph Patrick Corcoran died Sunday, April 29, 2018 at his residence in Furlong surrounded by his loving family. He was 81.

Joseph was the beloved husband of 47 years to Patricia Harvey Corcoran.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late James and Anna Kilgallon Corcoran and brother of the late James Edmund and John Corcoran.

Joseph was a resident of South Philadelphia before moving to Abington in 1972.  He was a loved and respected educator with over 35 years of distinguished service with the Philadelphia School District until his retirement. He served in the U.S. Army from 1961-66. Joseph enjoyed spending his summers in Avalon, NJ and his winters in Naples, FL. He loved reading, spending time on the beach and swimming in the ocean with his grandchildren. He was a life-long learner and an independent scholar. Joseph was a daily and faithful communicant at St. William Catholic Church in Naples, Florida; St. Brendan the Navigator Church in Avalon, N.J. and St. Cyril of Jerusalem Church in Jamison. He will be remembered as a dedicated family man and friend and will be deeply missed by family and by all who came to know him

In addition to his beloved wife Patricia, Joseph is survived by his daughter Pateen (Corcoran) Handel, and her husband Heath, of Furlong; his 3 cherished grandchildren: Emily, Evan and Kaitlyn, and his sister, Anne Marie Gallagher of Berwyn, PA

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing from 9:30am until his Funeral Mass, 10:30am on Friday, May 4^th in St. Cyril of Jerusalem Church, 1410 Almshouse Road, Jamison, PA 18929.  Joseph’s interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. 

Donations may be made to an education fund in Joseph’s memory to St. Cyril of Jerusalem Church, 1410 Almshouse Road, Jamison, PA 18929 and please note on the check “Prep Donation”. 

John Joseph DeMatteo of New Britain Township went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 26, 2018 at his home with his family by his side. He was 90.

John was the devoted husband of Anna Luisa (Ann) Corti for 58 years.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of the late Gabriel and Carmina Cassella DiMatteo. He was forever grateful to his parents who made many sacrifices so that he could have an education.

In addition to his beloved wife, John is survived by his three children, John G. DeMatteo and his wife, Stefania, of Quakertown, Maria L. DeMatteo and her husband, James McKenzie, of Marysville, OH, and Cristina A. DeMatteo and her husband, Paul Darreff, of Chalfont.  His greatest joy was his 7 grandchildren; Jennifer (John), Pearson, Emily, Angela, Gianna, Vanessa, Liliana and great-granddaughter Madison.

John was a navigational engineer for the Navy Department for 38 years, ending his career working in research and development at the US Naval Air Development Center in Warminster, PA.  He thoroughly enjoyed his work, his colleagues and the opportunity to travel the world. He received recognition in his field including four patents.

John graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School and earned both his undergraduate (Electrical Engineering, 1951) and graduate (MBA Industrial Engineering, 1959) degrees from City College of New York.

He was a proud Italian-American: a long-time member, former board member and contributor to the National Italian American Foundation. A sports fan, he enjoyed playing golf well into his 80s and was a long-time NY Yankees fan. He maintained life-long friendships with his Brooklyn buddies.

His family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, May 5th from 11:00 am until his Funeral Mass at 12:00 pm at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church 100 Broad Street, Hilltown, PA 18927.  His interment will take place at a later time in St. John Cemetery, Queens, NY. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

It is with great sadness that the family of Helena H. Roach announces her passing after a lengthy illness, on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at the age of 87 years.

She was a loving wife to her husband George for more than 67 years.  Together they built a life of love and laughter that began in Kauai, Hawaii and crossed the globe to Pennsylvania.  Affectionately known to many as “Feisty Little Momma,” she was a life-long learner, an artist, a dedicated homemaker, a creative powerhouse, and a fierce protector of her family and friends. 

Helena will be lovingly remembered not only by her husband George, but also by their children, Frank (Diane), George, Jr. (Jean), Christine Kerrigan (Greg McGarrigle), and Gregg (Jennifer). Helena will also be sadly missed by her seven grandchildren, her sister, Maria Heresa Gorospe Roberts, her brother, Manuel Heresa, and her many nieces, nephews and extended family.  Helena was predeceased by her five sisters and three brothers.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family from 6:00pm-9:00pm on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at the Joseph A. Fluehr, III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave. New Britain, PA 18901; and again Wednesday, May 2, 2018 from 10:00am, until the start of her Funeral Mass at 11:00am, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 5194 Cold Spring Creamery Rd. Doylestown, PA 18902.

Her interment will be held privately.

Hilda Doll died peacefully on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at Christ's Home, Warminster, PA.  After a prolonged illness, she is safe in the arms of Jesus, her Savior and Lord. She was 92.

Born in Wilflingen, Germany, Hilda was the wife of the late Robert C. Doll, Sr., who died in 1992, and daughter of the late Christian and Sophie Katherine Gruhler Amann. Hilda was a resident of Christ's Home for 4 years, having lived in Churchville, Pa. for over 40 years. She spent many years working in several positions at Churchville Elementary School. She was a long time attender of Davisville Church and treasured her time with family and church and other long term friends.

Hilda is survived by her three children: Robert C. Doll, Jr. and his wife, Leslie, and their three children Emily, Bobby (and wife Elise), and Caroline; Nancy Chaney and her husband, Jim and Jane Loveless and her husband, Tom and their children Tom Jr. and Dan.  She is also survived by her brother, Walter Amann, of Moorestown, N.J.

Hilda's family will receive condolences on Tuesday, May 1, from 9:30 a.m. until her funeral service at 10:30 a.m. at Davisville Church, 325 Street Road, Southampton, PA. 18966. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Christ's Home, 1 Shepherd’s Way, Warminster, PA 18974 or Davisville Church at the above address. 

Stanley N. Esposito of Upper Gwynedd passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 with his family by his side at Arden Courts in King of Prussia.  He was 78.

Stanley was the loving and devoted husband of 29 years of Brunhilda “Bonnie” Gauss Esposito.

Born in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of the late Patsy and Alvina DeFazio Esposito.

Stan graduated from Bensalem High School and attended Drexel University.  He went on to lead a long career with the Budd Company, retiring from the role of Plant Superintendent after 25 years. 

Stan was a car fanatic and was passionate about antique car restorations, especially Corvettes.  While in high school he was a talented Football player and later in life enjoyed all types of sports.  He also loved to fix things and handily tackled all sorts of repair jobs around the house and on his cars. 

Most importantly Stan will be remembered for his kind and easy going nature and for having a heart of gold.  He will be dearly missed by the many whose lives he’s touched. 

In addition to his wife, Stanley is survived by his children, Stanley Esposito Jr (Jill), Nicholas Esposito, and Michael Esposito (Jennifer); his step-daughters Christine Hansbarger (Roger) of Hilltown, Helene Santillo (Matthew) of Woolwich Twp. NJ, and Pamela Melchionna (Joseph) of Clark, NJ; his sister-in-law, Barbara Achor (Ronald) of Hamilton, OH  his Brother-in-law, Albert Gauss (Ellen) of Barnegat, NJ; his six grandchildren and six step-grandchildren; and his sister, Pamela Congdon (Edward) of Langhorne. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 2:30 PM in the Chapel at Beulah Cemetery, 238 Almshouse Road, New Britain, PA 18901. His interment will follow in the cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 399 Market St., Ste. 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Norma Theresa Mansfield beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, & Great Grandmother

November 19, 1923 – April 24, 2018. 

It is with a heavy heart we mourn the passing of the so loved, Norma Mansfield. At the young age of 94 and vibrant to the end, she shared herself with so many through daily phone calls, notes, Skype, or the casual in-person visit and chat. 

The gift of music she learned and shared throughout her life was so prophetic to the core of who she was as a wife, friend, family member, teacher & counselor, each day was a new bar or verse. Norma attended The Juilliard School of Music and taught piano to young and old for over 80 years. She continued to teach appreciation of her skills and joy of music till her passing. 

Norma was predeceased by her loving husband, John Mansfield, of 50 years where she remained by his side until his death at the age of 74. Norma is survived by her children Alan John Mansfield and Karen Ann Mansfield; Son-in-law Richard Paskman and Daughter-in-law Sharon O’Neill; loving grandchildren Alessi Cara Brindisi, Evan Joseph Brindisi, and Lauren Mansfield Stamper; and great grandchildren Goldie Stamper and Jed Stamper. 

She moved from Somerset, NJ to Newtown, PA to live with Karen and Richard, where she lived over the last few years. Eventually living with her new and loving family at Chandler Hall. She was adored, adopted as Mom or Grandma, or great new friend. Though small in stature, Norma was a ray of sunshine, which many looked forward to encountering in some way each day. Her faith in the Lord enabled her to join her beloved, departed husband John in eternal companionship. The loss of our loved one is comforted by knowing she is at peace with the Lord. She will remain in our hearts forever. 

Norma leaves this World with many fond memories for all who knew her well and the wish to meet again in Heaven.

Services and interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Bucks County Spca, P.O. Box 277  Lahaska, PA 18931.

Barbara C. Wilson of Southampton Estates died peacefully on Monday, April 23, 2018, at Abington Hospital-Jefferson Health, Abington, PA. She was 80.

She was the beloved wife of 59 years to William J. Wilson.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Evelyn Renn Cunningham and mother to the late W. Charles Wilson.

Barbara graduated from Germantown High School and went on to earn her Bachelors of Education Degree from the University of Pennsylvania.  She graduated from both high school and college first in her class.

After her children were grown, Barbara led a long career as an insurance agent, spending most of her time with Adlen-O’Brien Insurance Agency.

Barbara was an avid reader and most importantly treasured time spent with her devoted family, especially her granddaughter.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her two sons: Jeffrey D. and James J. Wilson and her granddaughter Taylor.

Barbara’s family will greet friends on Thursday, April 26, 2018 from 11:00am until her Funeral Service 12 Noon at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown Richboro Road (at Holland Rd.), Richboro PA 18954.  Her interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery in Roslyn, PA.

Helen (Wantner) Conover of Hamilton passed away suddenly on Monday, April 23, 2018. She was 84.

Helen was predeceased by her husband John “Jack” Conover. Born in Trenton, NJ, she was the daughter of wonderful, loving parents Arthur and Margaret (Bruker) Wantner and sister of the late Nancy J. Harris.

Helen was an avid reader and lover of classical music and opera,

A loving Mother and Grandmother who will be so dearly missed by her loving family: her dear, loving sister Mary Jane Edwards and her husband Bill of Washington’s Crossing, PA; her loving son, Mark Conover and his wife Charlene of Myrtle Beach, SC; her loving daughter Tara Simonelli and her husband William Simonelli of Hamilton; her four grandchildren: Liam Simonelli and Leif Simonelli; Chelsea Tuazon and her husband Anthony; Tyler Conover and his wife Madison; as well as her sister-In-law Audrey Conover. She was also a loyal and devoted aunt and friend to many.

Helen’s family will receive friends on Monday, April 30, from 9:00am to 11:00am. A combined memorial service for Helen and her departed sister, Nancy Harris, will be at 11:00am. at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road), Richboro, PA 18954.

All are invited to join in a time of refreshment and remembrance following the services at the residence of Ed and Lauri Evans.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her memory to her favorite charity, Trenton Area Soup Kitchen – TASK, P.O. Box 872, Trenton, NJ 08605, 609-695-5456  www.trentonsoupkitchen.org

Nancy J. (Wantner) Harris of Newtown passed away suddenly on Monday, April 23, 2018. She was 79.

Nancy was the beloved wife of 53 years of the late S. David Harris. Born in Trenton, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Margaret (Bruker) Wantner and sister of the late Helen Conover.

A 51 year resident of the Newtown area, Nancy was born and raised in Trenton, NJ and a graduate of Trenton Central High School, class of 1956. She was a much respected member of the community, both in Newtown and in Trenton and was a very successful businesswoman. She was a clothing designer and in the late 1960’s was the proprietor of “Nancy Harris of Newtown”.

In 1972, along with her husband David, she co-founded Harris Manufacturing Company in Trenton. With their vision, passion and resolve to do things right and treat people right, they grew the business to include three factories in two states and several hundred employees.

Nancy was very active in the local political scene, with the Newtown Area Republican Club, becoming the first female to serve as a Newtown Township Supervisor, doing so for 6 years (including 2 years as Chairman) and as a long-time supporter of Congressman Jim Greenwood.

She very much loved her family and spending time with them whenever she could, especially cherishing her time with her two precious great-grandchildren. Nancy and her beloved sisters, Helen and Jane, were together often and well known at the many places they would frequent. She also enjoyed spending time at the shore on Long Beach Island.

She will be deeply missed by her loving family: her sister Mary Jane Edwards and her husband Bill of Washington’s Crossing, PA; daughter Leslie Donovan and her husband Kevin of Dover, DE; daughter Lauri Evans and her husband Ed of Holland; her four grandchildren: David Donovan and his wife Angela of Dover, DE; Jessica Donovan of Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Dillon Evans of Holland and Nicole Evans of Downingtown; and her two great-grandchildren: Avery Donovan and Sydney Donovan, both of Dover, DE. She was also a loyal and devoted aunt, cousin and friend to many.

Nancy’s family will receive friends on Monday, April 30, from 9:00am to 11:00am. A combined memorial service for Nancy and her departed sister, Helen Conover, will be at 11:00am. at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Road), Richboro, PA 18954. Interment and Graveside Service for Nancy will follow at the Newtown Cemetery, Newtown, PA.

All are invited to join in a time of refreshment and remembrance following the services at the residence of Ed and Lauri Evans.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her memory to the American Cancer Society https://www.cancer.org/