~Obituaries~

eRneSt c. GReaSeR of Allentown, PA passed away peacefully and loved dearly by his family on June 12, 2023 in Allentown, PA.

Ernie was born and raised in Pennsylvania, the youngest son of Frank Greaser & Hester (Cassell) Greaser.

Along with being a father, husband and eventually a grandfather, he was also a farmer, a realtor, and the owner of a roofing/siding business.

He married his wife, Mary Jane (Nakata) Greaser, in 1965, and they celebrated 57 years of marriage in October 2022.

He was a founding participant and organizer of the Perkasie Farmer’s Market and participated often in USDA sponsored “pop-up markets” in various Philadelphia neighborhoods, giving those without the opportunity to taste fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables.

Along with his wife, Ernie is also survived by his 3 children and their spouses, Guy & Philecia Greaser, Jennifer (Greaser) Luna, and Rob & Jill (Greaser) Evans. He also has 5 grandchildren, Andrew Masi, Bernadette Masi, Morgan Luna, Raphael Masi, and Kailey Evans.

He is predeceased by his parents and siblings, Frank Greaser, Kenneth Greaser, Claude Greaser, and Mary (Greaser) Fluck.

His surviving sisters, Dorothy (Greaser) Detweiler, Ruth (Greaser) Moyer, and Marian (Greaser) Herman will remember their youngest brother fondly.

No service will be held for Ernie, but donations can be made in his honor to Friends of Blue Spring State Park or by contacting Family Pillars Hospice via phone at 610-625-2025. All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd., Quakertown. (215-536-3343)

JoSeph “Joe” Gunyan, 68, of Quakertown, PA, passed away on June 24th, 2023, at the Quakertown Center. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Charles Gunyan and the late Marilyn Gunyan (Notter). Joe will be remembered by so many people, for so many different reasons. Some will remember him as “East Coast Joe” who drove One Man Up. He was very involved with and respected throughout the Volkswagen Community. He loved going to car shows and auctions. Others will remember him by his green John Deere hat he always wore. He was passionate about nature and botany, he even studied forestry at Paul Smith College. Joe loved adventure and road-tripped all over the USA with family and friends and made many memories along the way. Joe’s greatest pleasure in life was spending time with his family and sharing the stories about his life with them.

Joe will be dearly missed by his sister, Mary Crotty; his niece, Christine Crotty and her son, Walter Colodonato; and his nephew, Michael Crotty.

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

RonalD haSSleR, 77, of Trumbauersville died June 23, 2023 in the home of his daughter in Barto, PA.

He was the husband of Pamela Rae (Weitzel) Hassler. They were married 53 years last September.

Born in Center Valley, PA he was the son of the late Willard & Dorothea

He retired from Insaco, Inc. in Quakertown where he was a Tool Crib Manager.

Ronald was a member of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Trumbauersville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son Ryan (Kelly) of Parish, Florida, and a daughter peteR maSSaRo, 74, passed away on June 24th, 2023, in his home.

Stephanie Rota (Frank) of Barto, PA; a sister Norean Alpha (Eddie); and three grandchildren Frankie, Juniper, & Kaiya.

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 Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church P.O. Box 569 Trumbauersville, PA 18970.

DavID heuckeRoth, 73, son of the late Frances & Lester Heuckeroth went home to be with the Lord on June 3, 2023.

He and his wife Connie were soon to celebrate their 53rd year of marriage.

David was an employee of Fibermark, Inc. for nearly 50 years.

After his retirement he served several years as a trustee on the board of the East Rockhill Chapel.

He was best known for his love of his Harley Davidson motorcycles and antique muscle cars, as well as being an avid fan of NASCAR racing.

He leaves behind his wife Connie, daughter Kathy, son David, two sisters Carol Fels and Virginia Stahler and her husband Dennis, a brother James Heuckeroth and his wife Laurie, and his furry little sidekick Queenie. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in the care of C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (crstrunk.com) Quakertown.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation for Forgotten Cats, Inc. Suite 422, 4023 Kennett Pike Greenville, DE 19807.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Michele Massaro and the late Amelia Massaro (Zambrotta).

Peter will be remembered as a kind, patient, honest, and hardworking man. Peter proudly served in the United States Army and fought in the Vietnam War. He retired from The New York Department of Sanitation and went on to other business ventures throughout his life. Peter loved baseball and staying fit, competing in bodybuilding.

Peter will be dearly missed by his daughter, Evamarie Palmisano (Frank) and his Granddaughter Francesca, along with his nieces and nephews. Peter is predeceased by his brothers, James "Vinny", Sabino "Sammy" and Michael Massaro.

All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd., Quakertown. (215-536-3343) In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Peter’s name to Lewy Body Dementia Association.

BRaDley "BRaD" patRIck mcGuRk, 53, of Quakertown, passed away on June 4, 2023. He was born in Jackson Heights, NY on January 21, 1970 to Patrick McGurk and Christine (Farrell) Stewart. He was the loving husband of Stacy Lynn (Keeler) McGurk for 16 years. Brad loved the NY Yankees and Giants, and followed all forms of racing. For over 20 years Brad worked as a sign maker in various locations.

Brad is survived by his grandmother Catherine Conroy; parents; wife; daughter Lauren McGurk; siblings Spencer (Lauren) McGurk, Kate (Rob) Faucher, and Sarah McGurk; a plethora of aunts and uncles who were close to him; and many other loving family and friends. He is predeceased by his step-father John Stewart.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family at tinyurl.com/2aklxfjl or by Venmo to @kgrida

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

RoBeRt “BoBBy” meaSe, 68, of Hellertown, PA, passed away on May 20th, 2023, in his home.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Robert L. Mease and the late Grace U. Mease (Hunsberger) and husband to the late Dr. Belle Anne Neiman Mease.

Bob graduated from Quakertown Community High School in 1972. He continued his education at Upper Bucks Technical School in aviation maintenance technology and many continuing education courses along the way. He worked at several manufacturing plants in Pennsylvania, Indiana, and North Carolina where he was a machine operator and plant manager.

He is survived by his sister, Vicki Mease Vasta, wife of Dr. Alfred Vasta Sr.; a niece, Allison Gwen Nicholson (Vasta) wife of Pete Nicholson; a nephew Freddy Vasta husband of Stephanie Cranston Vasta; four great nieces and nephews, Drew Nicholson, Alex

Nicholson, Addison Vasta and Grace Vasta, ex-wife, Cindy Johnson Mease. He was the uncle to many other family members and friends. He will be dearly missed by many including his beloved dogs, Tedi and Mason.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob’s name to Last Chance Ranch.

All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd., Quakertown. (215-536-3343) helen v. novak, 94, of Bethlehem died June 1, 2023 in Country Meadows, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late John Edward

RIchaRD a neal, 73 of Sellersville died June 9, 2023, in GrandView Hospital, Sellersville.

He was the husband of Bonnie L. (DeHaven) Neal. They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary last November.

Born in Lansdale, he was the son of the late Bernard and Sarah (Ruth) Neal. Before his retirement he was employed as a machinist by Tri-Kris Co., Inc. in Lansdale.

Richard enjoyed the outdoors especially fishing, sailing, camping, and grilling. He also enjoyed model cars and working on cars.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Michael (Karen), Paul (Dawn), Wendy Carr (John) and Jeffery (Kelly). Ten grandchildren, Danielle Mundondo (James), Heather Meyle (Kyle), Amanda Neal, Christopher Rotanz (Robin), Richard Rotanz, Erica Rotanz, Gabriella Neal, Nathan Neal, Domenick Neal and Sebastian Neal. Six great grandchildren, Taylor, Alanna, Sienna, Kandice, Everleigh, and Carson. A sister Carol DelVecchio.

He was predeceased by five brothers, Bernard, Edward, Robert, John, and Joseph. 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) Quakertown, PA.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, the Diabetes Foundation, or the Lehigh Valley Hospital Burn Center.

Novak.

Born in Quakertown she was the daughter of the late John & Sophia Leonard. She worked in the Office at the Sears store in Bethlehem before retiring.

She was a former member of St. Stanislaus and a former member of the Ladies of Charities. She also attended the Notre Dame Catholic Church in Bethlehem.

Her most joy was her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren whom she loved.

Helen is survived by her four children Cecelia Updegrove, Nancy Ann Werner (Kevin), John, Jr., and his fiance Melissa Bakeman and Stephen; her brother Marean Leonard; eight grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother-in-law William Novak, and sister-in-law Gloria Grant.

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

RySzaRD h nowakowSkI, 68, of Richlandtown passed away on June 9, 2023. He was born in Kucice, Poland on January 17, 1955 to the late Zbigniew and Irena (Ziolkowska) Nowakowska.

He was the loving husband of Bozena D. (Cwalina) Nowakowski for 15 years.

Ryszard loved fishing and was a regular at Lake Nockamixon. He was a capable handyman and was always fixing something.

Ryszard is survived by his wife; children Lukasz Nowakowski, Anna (Adam) Pacholarz, Beata (Andrew) Dormeshian, and Kamila (Greg) Pauperowicz; grandchildren

TJ, Steven, Nathan, Natalia, Sebastian, Ava, Amy, and Zoe; siblings; and many other loving family and friends, both in the US and Poland. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Hedwig RCC at the address above.

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

RonalD a paul, 65, of Quakertown passed peacefully at his home on June 24, 2023. He was born in Lansdale, PA on August 2, 1957 to Mary (Murphy) Paul and the late George Paul Jr. He was the loving husband of Barbara (Kintner) Paul for 44 years.

Ronald was a generous and giving man who always offered to help others, even if he was in pain himself. He always gave 100% and he always made sure everyone else was taken care of.

In high school, he played baseball and soccer. He was an avid Phillies, Flyers, and Eagles fan. He was a Scout Leader for several years. He loved the outdoors and regularly hunted, fished, and camped. He and Barbara loved to travel.

Ronald was a hard worker who started at around 13 years old delivering newspapers. He went on to be a machinist for 25+ years, then worked security for several years before working at Wawa for 10 years.

Ronald is survived by his wife; children

Melissa Gelatt and Timothy Paul; 2 grandchildren; siblings Roseanne (Bob) Schmidt, Mary Kalogeras, Robert (Debbie) Paul, Margaret (Larry) Hange, and George (Patricia) Paul; 12 nieces and nephews; many great nieces and nephews; and many other loving family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Bucks County SPCA.

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

DoRothy patRIcIa RIce, known by her family and friends as Pat, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday June 12th, 2023.

Pat was born on February 24th, 1934, in Line Lexington, PA.

She was the loving wife of Samuel Dale Rice for 63 years.

She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, and gardening. She was a lifelong member of Deep Run Mennonite Church West.

Pat was the daughter of the late Arthur and Sarah Charles and the sister of the late Phyllis Tice and Art Charles.

She is survived by her husband; Dale, her son; Douglas and his wife Candy, and her five grandchildren; Samuel (Brittany), Hannah, Alyssa, Seth and Tristan and her sister; Dolores Myers. She will be dearly missed by all her family and friends.

There will be a visitation from 3:30 to 4:30pm and a celebration of life service will follow at 4:30 pm on Sunday July 2nd, 2023, at Deep