~Obituaries~

Panthers, especially when her children and grandson were actively involved with the sports programs.

Surviving are twins – daughter Melea Ruth (husband P. Lynn Rupert, Jr.) and son, Curtiss Nowlin Barto, all of Quakertown; a grandson, Ryan Curtiss Rupert (wife Amanda) of Pennsburg; two great-grandsons, Jaxton Jeffrey and Jacoby Curtiss Rupert of Williamsport, PA, and one more due this summer. She is also survived by three step-great-grandchildren, Ella, Kollin, and Emelia Cron; a nephew, Timothy Nowlin, and 6 nieces Deborah Hoover, Kathy Bedger, Denise Nowlin, Pamela Priar, Molly Grove, and Amy Nowlin.

In addition to her parents and husband, Ruth was preceded in death by her 4 brothers, Edgar B. Jr., Calvin A., David L., and Samuel M. Nowlin, a niece Penelope Bucsek, and nephews Andrew and David Nowlin.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the QUMC Endowment Fund, for educational grants, at the church address listed above. Arrangements are in the care of the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (crstrunk.com) Quakertown.

GeoRGe DanIel, SR , 76, of Quakertown died June 22, 2023 in his home.

Born in Quakertown he was the son of the late Frederick George & Frances Daniel.

He worked for the former Bethlehem Steel before retiring.

He was a U.S. Marines Veteran and a member of the Quakertown American Legion Post #242.

George is survived by a son George, Jr., a daughter Cynthia Renee Decker (Robert); two brothers Richard & Ralph; and a sister Judy Ritter. He is also survived by five grandchildren Megan Nicole Daniel, Adam Daniel, Krystal Daniel, Thomas Edward Daniel, and Timothy Michael Kaufmann. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are in the care of the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (crstrunk.com) auGuStIne JoSeph Doyle, 78, passed away on June 28,2023 at home, after a brief struggle with a rare cancer.

Gus was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Thomas and Catharine (nee Peale) Doyle, and was a proud direct descendant of noted American artists, Charles Willson Peale and his brother James Peale.

Gus grew up in the Germantown area of Philadelphia surrounded by a large loving family: his late sister Peggy, older brothers Tom (Linda), and the late Paul, and younger sister Adele (the late George Carpenter), numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Gus and the extended Peale clan could be found on the beach in Cape May, NJ every summer.

Gus attended St. Francis of Assisi Grade School and Northeast Catholic High School for Boys, class of 1963. In those early years Gus met the love of his life, Kathryn Paskowsky, and pursued her relentlessly. He was drafted into the U.S. Navy on October 1, 1965. He was stationed at Lemoore Naval Air Station in CA where he pursued his life-long dream of becoming a firefighter.

His second dream of marrying his high school sweetheart became a reality on September 24, 1966. After being honorably discharged, Gus and Kathy returned to Philadelphia where Gus started his 23-year career at Willow Grove Naval Air Station, and raised his family in Warminster: Carole (Andy Dinnhaupt) and Paul (Kate).

Gus held many titles throughout his life, but his favorite was Grandpop to his 6 grandchildren: MK, Drew, Max, Louise, Emily, and Anna. In addition to his devoted wife of 56 years, children, grandchildren and siblings, Gus leaves behind his sister-in-law Diane Willmann, brother-in-law Michael Paskowsky (Jane Talarico), dear friend Jackie Jackson, numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Interment will happen privately at a later date. All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd. 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA, 18951. (215-536-3343)

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the charity of your choice.

DavID wIllIam eDGe, 76, of Quakertown died Monday, June 5, 2023 in Phoebe Nursing Home, Allentown, PA.

Born in Quakertown he was the son of the late William F. & Jane (Reed) Edge. He was a 1967 graduate of Quakertown High School and served in the Army National Guard from 1967-1973.

David enjoyed his work in sales while working with his father at Tohickon Valley Trailer Center, Quakertown. He later moved to Indiana where he sold Manufactured Homes. He enjoyed sailing, NASCAR Races, and traveling.

He is survived by two sisters Nancy Edge Morgan of Quakertown, and Carol Looney (Kenneth) of New Castle, Virginia and a very special friend and companion Bonnie Rothrock and nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister Susan Edge, a brother-in-law Ronald Morgan and a nephew. Services will be held privately and at the convenience of the family.

Rest in Peace David. You finally sailed out of Phoebe; God wanted you; now he has set you free. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Phoebe Allentown 1925 West Turner St. Allentown, PA 18104 or to Parkinson’s Foundation www.parkinson.org Arrangements are in the care of the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (crstrunk.com) Quakertown.

FouaD ellatI, 90, of Quakertown, PA, passed away on June 11th, 2023, at Quakertown Center.

Born in Haifa, Palestine, Fouad was the son of the late Amin Ellati and the late Alia Ellati. Fouad immigrated from Palestine to Lebanon in 1948 where he met his wife, Jamileh, and had his three children.

In his free time, Fouad enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles, going to the beach, lifeguarding, and dancing.

Fouad will be remembered as the life of the party who was always happy and enjoying life.

Fouad is survived by his children, Suzi Berry (Edmund Berry), Amin Al-Laty

(Sabah Al-laty), and Hilda Nammour (Andre Nammour); and his grandchildren, Scott Berry, Aya Berry, Maria Nammour, Adam Berry, Omar Al-laty, Celine Nammour, and Leah Al-laty.

Fouad is predeceased by his wife, Jamileh. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Blooming Glen Mennonite Church.

All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd., Quakertown. (215-536-3343) leSteR m. Fox, 72, of East Greenville formerly of Quakertown died June 1, 2023 in Pennsburg Manor. lyDIa FRemeR, 77, passed away on June 7, 2023.

He was the husband of Darlene (Fels) Fox. They were married 44 years on May 19, 2023. Born in Quakertown he was the son of the late Roy & Lillian (Undercuffler) Fox.

He was the owner/operator of the former Lester Fox Cleaning Service.

Lester enjoyed hunting, fishing, and he was a collector of Antiques. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Trumbauersville, where he was the former sexton.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his three children Stacey Fox, Michael Fox (Amanda Sanders), and Katie Fox; three brothers Larry Fox, Thoedore Fox (Rose) and Kevin Fox; three sisters Judy Stauffer, Phyllis Fox, and Denise Heckler (Scott); five grandchildren Emma, Ella, Izabelle, Annabelle, and Aveonna. He is also survived by a brother-in-law Donald Mease and a sister-in-law Elda Fox.

He was predeceased by his three brothers Terrance Fox, Leroy Fox, and Michael Fox and two sisters Sharon Fox and Marilyn Mease.

Arrangements are in the care of the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (crstrunk.com) Quakertown.

In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Multiple Sclerosis Foundation National Headquarters 6520 N. Andrews Ave. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-2132.

She was born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico, on November 5, 1945 to the late Cruz Muniz and Lydia Muniz-Latorre.

Lydia resided in Quakertown for over 20 years. She also previously resided in Chalfont, PA, and Brooklyn, New York.

Lydia "GiGi" will be dearly missed and is survived by her family: Her son Edward Fremer and his wife Stephanie, daughter Kathy Fremer, sister Lucy and brother Angel and his wife Eleidy.

She is predeceased by her brother Caesar. GiGi is also survived by her many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly and many other loving family and friends. Spending time with her beloved rescue dog Murry gave her the greatest happiness. She loved Murry and enjoyed taking him on long walks. She loved spending time with her many friends. GiGi looked forward to her weekend calls to catch up with her nieces. All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd., Quakertown. (215-536-3343)

John FRancIS GIllIGan Iv of Murrells Inlet, SC died at age 28 on June 16, 2023. John was born on January 9, 1995 in Sellersville, PA to John Gilligan III and Alissa Amos.

He graduated from Quakertown Community High School and Upper Bucks County Technical School in 2013.

He was a self-employed, professional painter for 9 years.

March 28, 2022 was the most memorable and exciting day of John's life, as he welcomed his only son, John Francis Gilligan V.

John is survived by his son; John Gilligan V; his brother, Joseph Gilligan Sr.; his sister, Brea Tarantino; his parents, John Gilligan III and Alissa Amos; his grandmothers, Barbara Gilligan and Ann O'Neill; his grandfather, Donald Amos; and many family and friends. He is predeceased by his grandfather, John Gilligan Jr.

John was a devoted father and an avid outdoorsman. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him.

All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd., Quakertown. (215-536-3343)