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• Upper Bucks Free Press • April 2019
Ernest E. Gehman, 74, of Sellersville died February 25, 2019 in Grand View Hospital, Sellersville. He was the husband of Nancy M. Strouse. Born in Douglas Twsp., Montgomery County, he was the son of the late Mary Mildred Gehman Wolf. He was employed by PennDotbefore retiring. He enjoyed fishing, car shows, racing and going to rodeo’s. In addition to his wife he is survived by a brother Edwin R. Wolf (Wanda) Quakertown, two sisters Esther Wolf Harner and Karen Cirko both of Port Allegany, PA. Two brothers in law Ray Stouse (Betty) of Quakertown and Dale Strouse of Center Valley. Several Nieces and Nephews. Predeceased by two brothers Paul & David Gehman. (www.crstrunk.com) William “Bill” LeRoy Nice, age 81, husband of the late Sonja Gail (Thayer) Nice of Quakertown passed away peacefully Saturday, February 27, 2019 at Grand View Hospital in Sellersville. Born August 24, 1937 in Morrisville, NJ, he was the son of the late Leroy Nice & Mary (Kowalick) Nice. Mr. Nice attended the Quakertown High School and served in the U.S. Navy from 1955 to 1958. He later worked for American Electronic Laboratories (AEL) as a technician and finally retiring from the US Gauge (Ametek). In his spare time he enjoyed reading, watching television, and most importantly spending time with family. He is survived by his children Robert L. and his wife Linda of Bedminster, Billie Jo Stern and her partner Lloyd Krulewitz, and Tonya Leniger and her husband Paul, both of Quakertown, grandchildren Robert, Angel, Noel, Alexi, Kelsey, and Mitchell, great grandchildren Leo, William, Kaleb, Elijah and Noah and a sister Gail Balliet of Quakertown he was predeceased by his sister Gloria Balliet. Graveside Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (www.crstrunk.com) 821 W. Broad St. Quakertown.
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In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church 733 Ridge Rd., Sellersville, PA 18960.
Gail L. Schneider, 51, of Quakertown formerly of Flemington, NJ died February 28, 2019 at Belle Haven Nursing Home. Born in Doylestown, PA she was the daughter of the late Frank & Dorothy (Eldridge) Schneider. She worked in the bakery department of Weis Markets in Bethlehem. She was a participant in the Special Olympics enjoying singing the National Anthem. She is survived by a brother Frank Schneider, III, and three sisters Darlene Ellis (Rob), Barbara Cody (Bill) and Diane McKay. Many nieces and nephews. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in the care of the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (www.crstrunk.com) Quakertown. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Lehigh Valley Office 617A Main St. Hellertown, PA 18055. Nicholas Felegi, 79, of Quakertown, passed away Thurs., Feb. 28 at The Landing at Willow Grove with his loving wife by his side. Born December 31, 1939, he was the son of the late Charles and Catharina (Andrysyn) Felegi. He was the husband of Marguerite (Leonard) Felegi with whom they shared 54 years together. Nicholas was an Army veteran. He was also a member of the VFW Forrest Lodge – Post #245, Quakertown, the Quakertown Lodge #512 F&AM, Mizpah Commandery 96 – Doylestown Lodge, the Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Rajah Shrine – Reading, Royal Arch Chapter 270 – Doylestown, and the Perkiomen Chapter of the Eastern Star. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a sister-in-law Mary Felegi, and nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by brothers Michael, Willie, John, and Joseph; sisters Annie, Susie, Mary, Helen, Polly, and Katie.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Ste. 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017 or to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Donor Services, P.O. Box 98018, Washington, DC 20090-8018. www.nauglefcs.com
Salvatore P. Gugliandolo, 81, of Quakertown died February 28, 2019 in his home. He was the husband of Marlene A. (Gross) Gugliandolo. They were married 57 years last June. Born in Quakertown, PA he was the son of the late Placido & Lily I. (Tamburino) Gugliandolo. He was a candy salesman for L. J. Zucca Distributors, Inc. in Vineland, NJ. He also owned and operated the former Gugs Grocery Store on Juniper Street in Quakertown. He volunteered in the kitchen for Quakertown Midget Football for many years. He was a member of the Beavers and the Sons of Italy. Salvatore enjoyed cooking, gardening, NASCAR, all Philadelphia Sports, and his family. In addition to his wife he is survived by a daughter Michele L. Leister (Terry) of Quakertown, a son Matthew E. (Kate) of Allentown. A sister Grace Parzych of Trumbauersville. Four grandchildren Cierra Buehrle (Jadd), Christopher Leister, Kyra Gugliandolo, & Shana Gugliandolo, three great grandchildren Cooper, Cayson, & Colton. Predeceased by a brother Lawrence and a sister Amelia Hagenbach. Arrangements are in the care of the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (www.crstrunk.com) Quakertown. Memorial contributions can be made to Autism Awareness c/o the Autism Society of Greater Philadelphia P.O. Box 60159 King of Prussia, PA 19406-0159 or www.asaphilly.org Margaret E. Johnson, 69, of Ottsville formerly of Warren Center, Bradford County, passed away March 4. She was the wife of the late Gordon W. Johnson, Jr. Born in Abington, Pa she was the daughter of the late Frank Wilbur & Myrtle (McGowan) Kay. She most recently worked as a secretary for Bayview Property Management in Naples, Florida. Prior to that she was a Herdswomen for Lockhart Farms in Chalfont. She loved her farm and all animals. She also enjoyed crafts, painting, crocheting, needlepoint and gardening. She is survived by her three children: Kelly A. Shelmire (Paul) of Quakertown, Jason C. Nean of Philadelphia, and Samantha J. Welsh (Mark) of Ottsville. A brother William. Nine grandchildren Gavin, Ryan, Nate, Tyler, Paul, Bella, Eve-Jean, Raelyn, and Sarah. Predeceased by two siblings Robert Kay and Linda Kay. Services are private and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in the care of the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (www.crstrunk.com) Quakertown, PA. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to St. Luke’s Hospice Development Office 801 Ostrum St. Bethlehem, PA 18015. Kathryn M. Drumbore, 86, of Richlandtown died March 4, 2019 in Phoebe Richland Health Care Center. Born in Weisel, PA she was the daughter of the late Allen & Hilda (Xander) Drumbore. For over 40 years she was employed at the Ford Motor Company manufacturing ceramic plates for circuit boards for automobiles. She was a member her entire life at St. Peters Tohickon Reformed Church and in 1957 St. Peter’s Tohickon U.C.C. She graduated in June 1950 from Sellersville/Perkasie High School. Most recently she was a member of the prayer shawl ministry, former Superintendant of Sunday School, choir member and taught Bible School for Youth and Children’s Ministry. She is survived by a brother Ralph Drumbore and his wife Nancy of Georgetown, DE, a sister Marilyn A. Naudascher and her late husband Stanley of Richlandtown. Sister in law Annette Drumbore. Many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Predeceased by a brother Robert Drumbore, and a sister Melanie Drumbore. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Prayer Shawl Ministry c/o St. Peter’s Tohickon U.C.C. 1071 Old Bethlehem Rd. Perkasie, Pa 18944. (www.crstrunk.com) Kenneth S. Wimmer, 55, of Port Royal, passed away Fri., March 8 at LifeQuest Nursing Center, Quakertown. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Kenneth
Wimmer & Dorothy (Miller) Wimmer Frank. He was a graduate of Quakertown High School and was a knife sharpener for Empire Chicken. Kenneth also taught hunter safety through Milford Twp. Fish & Game for many years. Surviving are a son Denzel of Mifflintown; sisters Judy wife of Jeff Gerhart of Coopersburg and Linda wife of Stephen Langdon of Quakertown; nieces & nephews and great nieces & nephews. Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA 18951 was in charge of arrangements. www.nauglefcs.com
Lottie C. Abronski, 103, of Telford formerly of Quakertown died March 8, 2019 at the Lutheran Community at Telford. She was the wife of the late Harry Clark and the late Walter A. Abronski. Born in Philadelphia she was the daughter of the late Harry & Annie (Emery) Cox. She was a secretary for the Philadelphia School District before retiring. Lottie enjoyed doing word puzzles. She was a former member of Bethel Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons Allen H. Clark of Doylestown, John W. Abronski (Lorraine) of Telford, two daughters Eleanore Catarious (Joseph) of Dowling Park, Florida, and Lynn C. Ciamaichelo (Jules) of Sellersville. 12 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Predeceased by a brother Harry and three sisters Doris, Nancy, & Eleanore. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Bethel Baptist Church Faith Promise 754 E. Rockhill Rd. Sellersville, PA 18960. (www.crstrunk.com) Michele “Mickey” Williams, 63 of Quakertown, formerly of Carversville died March 9, 2019 in Quakertown Center. Born in Doylestown she was the daughter of the late Robert H. and Mary Violet (Wilson) McCarty. She was last employed as an in home healthcare nurse. Mickey enjoyed playing Bingo, sweet treats and being in charge and bossing people around. She is survived by a son Larry Williams (Sandi) and a daughter Cara Phillips, a brother Timothy McCarthy, five grandchildren Illa, Daryl, Demond, Amalie and Amara. She was predeceased by a brother Robbie McCarthy. Services will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to a charity of ones choice. Arrangements in the care of the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (www.crstrunk.com) Quakertown, PA. Kenneth L. Kramer, 89, of Kintnersville died March 9, 2019 in his home. He was the husband of the late Barbara Joan (Huff) Kramer. Born in Pleasant Valley, PA he was the son of the late Linford & Margaret (Bauder) Kramer. He was a mechanical supervisor for Jaindl Turkey Farm retiring in 1996 after 32 years of service. He enjoyed all types of auto racing and boating. Kenneth enjoyed helping family with projects and spending the winter in West Palm Beach, Florida. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. He is survived by his three children Terri K. Long (Kerry) of Haycock Township, Michael R. Kramer (Amey) of Quakertown and Jill Kramer-Reichenbach of Kintnersville. A brother Leonard Kramer, a sister Lorraine Shumberger both of Coopersburg. Three grandchildren Chance Long, Kerrin Long, and Chiara Kramer. Predeceased by a brother Gerald. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research P.O. Box 5014 Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014. (www.crstrunk.com) Mark B. Weber, Esq., 91, of Sellersville, passed away Sun., March 10 surrounded by his loving family at The Community at Rockhill. Born May 19, 1927, he was the son of the late Edward & Hilda (Hammerstone) Weber. He was the husband of Lucille (Quaglia) Weber for the past 67 years. Mark graduated from Villanova & Rutgers Lawn School and had his own practice, Weber, Kracht, and Chellew Law Firm in Perkasie. He retired in 2010. He was a member of the Bucks County Bar Assn. and the PA Bar Assn.