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            Charles E "Charlie" Zepp Jr., 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 

March 12th, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Agnes (Walter) Zepp.  Born in Red Hill, he was a son of the late Charles and Maggie (Harpel) Zepp.

            Charlie worked as a crane operator for the Superior Tube company in Collegeville for 43 years. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Red Hill where he was a former Church Council Member and a former Sunday School Officer. He was a Hauptman for the Grundsow Lodge #7, East Greenville.

            Charlie loved all family gatherings and made them fun, from Polish skis to dice games. He loved playing cards and marble dice games, which he made all the boards for. He enjoyed making wooden lawn figures with all of his woodworking tools. Charlie and his wife, Aggie, were active in the ...

            It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barry Lynn Schmoyer on March 8, 2025, at his home in Sanford, North Carolina. He was 69 years old.

            Barry was born on January 18, 1956, in Sellersville, Pennsylvania to Linford Schmoyer and Verne (Styer) Schmoyer.

            He grew up in Pennsburg, PA, and attended Upper Perkiomen High School, graduating with the class of 1974. He later built a dedicated career as a forklift operator at Knoll Furniture in East Greenville, PA.

            Barry was a devoted husband to Kathleen (Law) Schmoyer, with whom he shared many cherished years. He is also survived by his sister, Linda Romano, and her husband, Paul Romano; his stepson, Justin, and his family; as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

            A passionate sports fan, Barry loved cheering for the Philadelphia Phillies, the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Penn State Nittany Lions. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with friends. He was a proud member of ...

            Dr. H. George Bonekemper III, 82, retired Superintendent of Upper Perkiomen School District, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, March 10,

2025 at The Community at Rockhill.  He was the widower of the late L. Anne (Wampole) Bonekemper with whom he shared 47 years of marriage.

            He was born in Lansdale to the late Harold George Jr. and Eva Pearl (Bomboy) Bonekemper.

            George was a 1960 graduate of North Penn High School.  He earned a B.S. in Political Science from Ursinus College in 1964, a M.S. in Elementary Education in 1965 and Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction in 1974 at Lehigh University. 

            Dr. Bonekemper began his career in education at North Penn School District's Inglewood Elementary School from 1965-1968.  He then began his tenure at Upper Perkiomen School District teaching middle school from 1968-1973.  He was the Assistant Principal and Principal at the middle school from 1973-1980 and retired as Superintendent in 1997.  He was also the ...

            It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris Keller, beloved

mother, grandmother and dedicated friend, who passed away on March 8, 2025, at the age of 79.

            Born in Finland to the late Lloyd and Althea (Batman) Derr, Doris exemplified a life rich with love, compassion, and a spirit of adventure that touched all who knew her.

            Doris was a proud 1963 graduate of Upper Perk High School. She found great joy in her life, marrying W. Donald Keller, with whom she shared a beautiful partnership for 32 years before his sudden passing in 2006. Together, they built a loving home and a nurturing environment for their son, Derrek, who she cherished deeply.

            Doris dedicated much of her life to raising Derrek, ensuring that their home was filled with love and warmth. Though she had a successful career in sales prior to becoming a full-time mother, her greatest achievement was ...

            Carol Eileen (Lichtenwalner) Huff, 77, of Limerick and formerly of

East Greenville, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7th, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Charles and Muriel (VanZandt) Lichtenwalner.

            She was a graduate of Lower Pottsgrove High School and Bryant College.

            She was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Donald Huff who passed away in 2016.

            Carol worked for the former Open Line in the Upper Perkiomen Valley and then for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the Montgomery County Board of Assistance office in Pottstown. She was a member of Pennsburg United Church of Christ and she was an active member of the Upper Perkiomen Valley community.

            Carol is survived by her children: Lisa Aydin, and her husband Levent of Limerick, Debra Jordan and her husband, Troy of Salix, PA, Donald Huff, III and his wife, Gail of Barto, PA, Timothy Huff and his wife, Jessica of ...

            Paul K. Batman, 91, of Zionsville, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Born in Zionsville, Paul was the son of the late Joseph W. and Elsie M. (Kulp) Batman.

            Paul and his wife, Mary, were married for 73 years. He was employed as a forklift operator at Pillsbury Co. in East Greenville, Pa. for 32 ½ years until his retirement.

            He was a Member and Past President of the Grundsow Lodge in East Greenville.

            Survivors: Paul is survived by his wife Mary L. (Engelman) Batman, Daughters, Linda Conrad, (James), Susan Lagler (Dennis), 4 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren, Paul was predeceased by his daughter, Wendy Wunderly, and brothers and sisters.

            Services: A calling will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. on Saturday March 15, 2025 at Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm Street, Emmaus. Services will begin at 1 p.m. with interment to follow at Vera Cruz E.C. Cemetery.

            In lieu of Flowers: Donations may be to Vera Cruz E.C. Church, 5501 Vera Cruz., Rd., South, Emmaus, PA. 18049 or Upper Milford Western District Fire Co., P.O. Box 302 Old Zionsville, PA. 18068.

            Joan S. Pusey, 90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. She was the widow of Ralph S. Pusey Jr.

            Joan is survived by her children: Lisa B. Carlisle, wife of Dan Carlisle, of Georgetown, TX, Ralph S. Pusey III, of Pennsburg, widower of Colleen (Beth) Pusey, Amy J. Pusey of Palm, and Meg A. Lester of Haywards Heath, England; in addition, a stepdaughter, Kim Peed, and a stepson, Jeff Pusey; and, several grandchildren, including: Brent C. Benner and Colin J. & Zachory C. Lester, as well as her nephew and two nieces. She was predeceased by a brother, Charles J. Stahl, III, MD, and a stillborn sister, Margaret.

            A Celebration of Her Life will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the Palm Schwenkfelder Church, 833 Gravel Pike, Palm. Friends may visit from 10-11 a.m.

            The Falk Funeral Homes & Crematory, Pennsburg is entrusted with her care.

            In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to one of Joan's favorite charities, which include: Palm Schwenkfelder Church, the American Diabetes Assn, the American Heart Assn, the ASPCA, and any Veteran's organization.

            To offer online condolences, please visit her. "Book of Memories" at falkfuneralhomes.com.