Victoria DiMattia, of Chalfont, PA died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 31, 2019, with her family by her side. She was 70 years old.

She was the beloved wife of the late Robert DiMattia,

Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Virginia Mahan Mertzig; and sister of the late Anthony Mertzig. She is also pre-deceased by her late brothers-in-law, Charles Ferullo and George Vellios.

Vicki was one of a kind.  Her spunky attitude and fun for life ways were what made her who she was.  She loved to be with family, especially her grandson, Jax, gamble, go out to dinner, Manhattans, music and the shore. She was amazingly strong, but most of all loved by many.

Victoria will be deeply missed by her children, Kristen Renee Hammond (Timothy) and Anthony Robert DiMattia; her grandson, Jax Hammond; and her sisters and brother-n-law, Virginia Ferullo, Veronica McMahon (Joseph) and Valerie Vellios. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews with whom she shared close-knit relationships.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Victoria’s family on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 from 8:00am, until the start of her Prayer Service, at 10:00am at the Joseph A. Fluehr, III Funeral Home, 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901. Her interment will take place privately.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Victoria’s name, may be made to: FamilieSCN2A Foundation, PO Box 82, E. Longmeadow, MA 01028, an organization created by parents of children diagnosed with rare forms of Epilepsy and Autism as a result of a change in the SCN2A gene.

Barbara M. McInnes of Chalfont passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2019.  She was 82.

Barbara was the wife of the late John McInnes and mother of the late Mary Constance Fuss.

Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Francis and Margaret Kennelly Ruland.

Barbara graduated from Little Flower High School and would go on to raise her family before eventually settling down in Bucks County. After her kids were grown she was employed as a banker with the Police & Fire Federal Credit Union where she worked for 20 years until her retirement.

Barbara was an avid reader, especially enjoying countless Agatha Christie mystery novels.  She loved to shop, eat out for lunch and treasured time with her family, especially for Sunday dinners each week which was a tradition that was very important to her.  She will be dearly missed.

Barbara is survived by her children, Suzanne Hanusey (Dan) of Philadelphia, Kathleen Crane of Jenkintown, William Crane (Tony Felicetti) of Philadelphia, and Patricia Feeney (Michael) of Chalfont.  She also leaves behind nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; her sister, Peg Kelleher (Ed); and many nieces and nephews.  

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on Monday, February 4, 2019 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.), New Britain, PA 18901 and on Tuesday, February 5^th, 2019 at St. Jude Church, 321 W. Butler Ave., Chalfont, PA 18914 from 9:00 AM until her Funeral Mass 10:00 AM.  Her interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the AJ Foundation for Autism Research, P.O. Box 234, Wycombe, PA 18980.

Dennis B. Felton, of Lansdale, PA died Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Doylestown Hospital, with his devoted wife by his side. He was 69 years old.

He is the beloved husband of Julie D. Regalado. The couple shared 28 years of marriage.

Born in Portsmouth, VA, Dennis was the son of the late Jesse Arnold and Goldie Cherry Felton. He is also predeceased by his faithful four-legged companions, Chiqui, Brandey, Lucy and Bailey.

Dennis was a member of Grace Community Church in Chalfont, PA where he had previously served as a Deacon and Treasurer. He retired from work in 2015 after many years of service, mainly with AT&T and Comcast. Dennis was a loyal, trusted friend and mentor to many and was especially close to his best buds, Ed Lowe and Jose Mora, with whom he spent much time watching movies, eating buffalo wings and playing cards.

In addition to his wife Julie, Dennis will be greatly missed by his daughter, Debra B. Willis; his son, Brian Kelly; his grandchildren, Jonathon Willis, Jacob Willis and Jesse Willis; his brother and sister-in-law, James and Suzanne Felton; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Norma and Richard Ryther and Karen and Edward Lowe; his mother and father-in-law, Richard and Tayde Regalado and his sister and brother-in-law, Loren and Jose Mora; his brother and sister-in-law, Romel and Patty Regalado; his sister-in-law, Jane Regalado and the many nieces and nephews who held a special place in his heart: Julie and Mike Moller, James and Alicia Felton, Allison and Curtis Childers, Chris and Misty Ryther, Suzi and Josh Davidson, Stephen Lowe and Lina Mohamed, Jesse Lowe and Katie Ferraro, Karina and Michael Metts, Melissa and Kody Lathus, Dan Regalado, Rick Regalado and Elizabeth Regalado. Lance, Max and Waldo, his Pomeranians will miss time spent together and the many treats he gave them.

Dennis’ family will greet friends on Friday, February 1, 2019 from 5:00pm-8:00pm at the Joseph A. Fluehr, III Funeral Home, 241 E. Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will take place on Saturday, February 2, 2019, at Grace Community Church, 300 Highpoint Dr. in Chalfont, PA 18914. His interment will take place privately.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dennis’ name to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 E. Ohio St.; Suite 500 in Chicago, IL 60611.

William J. Linaberry, of Perkasie, PA died on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at Pine Run Health Care. He was 89.

He was the beloved husband of the late Judy E. Chinn Linaberry

Born in Stroudsburg, he was the son of the late Stanley S. and Marion M. Inman Linaberry and great-grandfather of the late Evelyn. C. Elder.

William was a resident of Perkasie for the past 25 years before moving to the Pine Run Community in 2017.

Bill was raised in Bristol and was a graduate of Bristol High School, class of 1947.   He received his Bachelors Degree in Mathematics from Temple University. He was a proud member of the United State Marine Corps, serving in Korea. Bill’s professional career was varied, in his early years he owned and operated a used car lot with his Dad; he also had a taxi company for a few years. As he matured he went to work for RCA as an electronic technician for several years before joining Kollsman Co., of Dublin and later with Ametek- US Gauge and Steel Company of Sellersville as Chief Engineer, retiring in January of 1994.

Bill enjoyed spending time at his vacation home on Lake Wallenpaupack in the Poconos, fishing and hunting. Bill enjoyed collecting coins, had a wealth of knowledge and a keen interest in automobiles and airplanes that friends loved to talk about with him. He will be sadly missed for his sense of humor and sincere manor.

Bill is survived by his devoted children: Diane Elder and her husband Richard of Wichita KS, William D. Linaberry and his wife Michele of Little Egg Harbor NJ, Linda White and her husband Fran of Perkasie, Richard J. Linaberry and Elky Sabonger of New Hope, Scott T. Linaberry and his wife Andrea of Perkasie and their Mother Joan Kline Linaberry, his 14 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his step-daughters; Lori Messner and her husband Gary and Lisa Park and her late husband Timothy.

His family will receive relatives and friends from 10:00 am until his Funeral Service 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home 241 E. Butler Ave.(at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain. His interment with Military Honors will be held at 1:00PM in the Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown. 

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

John D. Pahmer of Newtown died peacefully surrounded by his beloved family on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Chandler Hall Hospice in Newtown.  He was 79.  

Born in New York City, John enjoyed a successful career in advertising and sales in the direct marketing business.  He and Suzanne Roper were happily married for more than 40 years. He found great pleasure in music, especially classical, opera, and jazz. He enjoyed traveling with family and friends, and immersing himself in culture and history by reading, visiting museums, and experiencing the world first-hand. A lifelong learner, in recent years he dedicated himself to studying bridge to improve his game and learning Italian.

John will be greatly missed and eternally loved by those whose lives he touched. In addition to his wife Suzanne, John is survived by his loving and devoted children; Allyson L. Pahmer of Arlington, VA and John D. Pahmer, Jr. of Nashville, TN.

John’s family will receive friends on Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 10:30 AM until his Memorial Service at 11:30 AM at Thompson Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1680 Aquetong Rd., New Hope, PA 18938.  His interment will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia (www.ChamberOrchestra.org), 1520 Locust St. #500, Philadelphia PA 19102.  

Frances A. Sabatini of Newtown died Sunday, January 27, 2019 at her daughters home surrounded by her loving family.  She was 89.

Frances was the beloved wife of 60 years to the late Louis J. Sabatini.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Genaro and Anna Rucci Sorge, the mother of the late Marianne Heebner, mother in law of the late Frank Heebner  and the sister of the late Michael and John Sorge.

Frances was a former resident of Plymouth Meeting before moving to Newtown in 1995. She was a communicant of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Newtown and had volunteered countless hours of her time with the American Red Cross. Her unwavering compassion was exuded thru her devout dedication and care of her loved ones.

Frances is survived by her children, Michele Petrillo and her husband Dr. Charles Petrillo of Washington Crossing, PA and Dr. John Sabatini and his wife Gabriella of Wrightstown.  She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren, Christian, Gabriele, Brianna, Jessica, Erica, Cal, Catherine and Giavonna and her many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewings, Thursday, January 31^st from 6:00-8:00pm and on Friday Feb.1^st from 8:30-9:30am in the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Road (at Holland Rd.) Richboro, PA 18954 and to her Funeral Mass 10:30am in the St. Andrew Catholic Church, 81 Swamp Road, Newtown. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Bensalem. 

If so desired, please consider a contribution in her memory to The Marion Bolger Recreational Program/Special Needs Children at Saint David's Parish, 314 North Easton Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090.

Carmen (Lewis) Bryant, of Philadelphia, died on Sunday, January 27, 2019, at Penn Hospice at Rittenhouse. She was 81.

Born on July 18, 1937 in Philadelphia, she was the loving daughter of the late Hampton and Catherine (Cobbs) Lewis.

Carmen was educated in the Philadelphia Public School System, attending West Philadelphia High School.  She enjoyed summers with her family in New Rochelle, NY, as well as the beaches of Atlantic City, NJ.    

In 1966, Carmen gave birth to her “one” son, Craig, whom she dedicated her life to nurturing. She and Craig lived in Philadelphia, PA, Lindenwold and Willingboro, NJ, before finally settling back in Philadelphia.

Carmen was a driven woman - holding several jobs, most notably, her career with the Willingboro Police Department as a radio dispatcher.  She also spent time at Jerry’s Corner, where she held a storefront space selling second-hand items.  She eventually retired and became a caregiver to her grandsons. 

She was an extremely generous person who gave her time to anyone who was in need.  She didn’t have much herself, but always sought to give others the things that she thought they needed without provocation.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and her “sister” friends - attending parties or just enjoying a homecooked meal.  Everyone knows that Carmen appreciated a good phone call – and if you were lucky – she’d call you to sing ‘Happy Birthday’ on your special day. 

She is survived by her “one” son, and his wife Gina of Chalfont, and her three dear grandchildren; Myles, Noah and Chloe; and many friends who are too numerous to name.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing from 1:00 until her Funeral Mass, at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at St. Raymond of Penafort Church, 1350 E Vernon Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19150.  The Mass will be immediately followed by a repast in the church hall, and her interment will be held privately at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to St. Raymond of Penafort Church, 1350 E Vernon Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19150.

Stephen S. Makgill passed away peacefully January 27, 2019 at his home in Newtown, PA. He was 89 years old. Stephen was the beloved husband of 63 years to Joan Woods Makgill.

Born in Auckland, New Zealand, Stephen graduated from the University of Michigan. He worked at The Travelers Companies in Hartford, CT for 20 years, during which time he lived with his wife and family in Windsor, CT. and became a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society.  He and his family moved to Berwyn, PA when he became President of the Pennsylvania and Delaware Compensation Rating Bureaus. After his retirement in 1989 Steve and Joan moved to Fripp Island, SC where they spent 27 years in happy retirement.  They loved to travel, play golf and tennis, and Steve loved to fish. They were also able to visit family and friends in New Zealand often.  In 2017 they moved to Cary, NC and lived at Woodland Terrace for a year and a half before moving to Chandler Hall in Newtown, PA.

In addition to his devoted wife, Stephen is survived by his four loving children: Kathleen Makgill & husband Greg Sisk of Malaga, Spain, Stephen, Makgill,  Jr. & wife Kelly of Zebulon, NC, Heather & husband William Lyon of New Hope, PA, and Allison Makgill & husband Trevor Giles of Cheltenham, England. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and his older brother David Makgill of Waiuku, New Zealand.

A celebration of Stephen’s life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org or Chandler Hall – Hicks Residence at www.ch.kendal.org/giving/

Mary “Ginny” Cherry of Trevose died peacefully on Saturday, January 26, 2019  surrounded by her loving family. She was 91.

Ginny was the beloved wife of 63 years to the late William F. Cherry.

Born in Philadelphia, Ginny was the daughter of the late Thomas and Ethel Guether Kavanagh and the mother of the late William J. Cherry.

Ginny was a former resident of Philadelphia before moving to Trevose in 1955. She was a communicate of Assumption B.V.M. Church in Feasterville and in her leisure time, she enjoyed attending the Neshaminy Senior Center in Trevose. Ginny enjoyed being near the water; whether swimming at the Somerton Springs Pools or in the ocean at the Jersey Shore. She also loved going out and singing at local establishments. Ginny was extremely family oriented and devoted countless time to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ginny will be deeply missed by her family and by all who came to know her.

Ginny is survived by her loving and devoted children  Thomas J. Cherry and wife Jane of Churchville, Dawn M. Schoenleber and her husband Karl of Columbia, SC and James T. Cherry of Feasterville and her daughter in law Linda Cherry of Perkasie. She is also survived by her 8 loving grandchildren and14 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Friday February 1^st from 9:30am until her Funeral Mass 11:00am  in the Assumption B.V.M. Church, 1900 Meadowbrook Road, Feasterville, PA 19053. Ginny’s interment will follow in Our Lady of Grace Cemetery in Langhorne. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Respect Life Committee at the above named church or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, www.PanCan.org.

Eileen McCafferty of Fairless Hills passed away on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at her residence. She was 54.

Born in Meadowbrook, Eileen was the daughter of the late Gerald Paul and Doris Lafferty McCafferty.

Eileen was a former resident of Churchville before moving to Fairless Hills. She had worked various positions throughout her life and most recently was involved with animal care. She will be remembered as a kind and gentle person and will be missed by all.

Eileen in survived by her son Patrick Milligan, her sister Maureen Ricco and her husband Jay and her brother Gerald McCafferty.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family from 9:00am until her  Funeral Mass 10:00am on Saturday, February 16^th  in the Chapel of St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd. Holland, PA 18966. Eileen’s interment will be on a future day in Our Lady of Grace Cemetery in Langhorne.  

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