The Mercury

Harold J. Newell of Middletown DE passed away on January 19, 2023 at the age of 86. He was the loving husband of Diane Winslow Newell since June 6, 1959. Born in Norwalk, CT on August 13, 1936, Harold was the son of Earnest A Newell and Winnifred Lucas Newell. Harold was a 1957 graduate of Norwalk High School and a 1962 graduate of Bridgeport University where he earned a BS in Business Administration. For ten years Harold worked at Judson Press, the publishing division of the American Baptist Churches, followed by a few years with Christian Herald Magazine and A.J. Holman Company before becoming Special Sales Manager for Cambridge University Press. Harold was a popular seminar leader...

The Villages, Florida. George was born on December 21, 1930 in Quakertown, PA to Harold and Mamie (Kramer) Reed of Pennsburg, PA. George is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Doris E (Schmuck) Reed. George graduated from Pennsburg High School in 1948 and attended Pierce Business School, graduating in 1950 with a degree in Administrative Accountancy. After serving 2 years in the Army, he worked for Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in Pottstown, PA in the Data Processing Department, advancing to Manager. When Firestone left the Pottstown area, he worked for Occidental Chemical Company as Director of MIS. Upon retirement from Occidental Chemical Company, he worked part time for the...

Jack "Hydroplane" Deloplaine, age 68, of Anderson, SC, husband to Kathleen Deloplaine, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at AnMed Health Medical Center. Born April 21, 1954, in Pottstown, PA, he was the son of the late Jack Arthur Deloplaine and Dorothy Hoster Deloplaine. The majority of Jack's career was spent with the Pittsburgh Steelers where he was Running Back/Special Teams Captain. He also had stints with the Washington Redskins and Chicago Bears where he was a fullback, blocking for Walter Payton. Jack became a Super Bowl Champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers when they won Super Bowl XIII; he received a Super Bowl Ring. Jack thoroughly enjoyed coaching youth sports for many...

Mrs. Elizabeth "Betty" Boughter, born August 5, 1943 in Roxborough, PA, passed away July 10, 2022 in Marietta, GA. She was a long-term resident of Gilbertsville, PA. She was a school bus driver and retired to Orlando, FL in 1993. She loved Disney and Mickey Mouse, baking, crocheting and her Soap Opera, Days of Our Lives. She was the wife of the late David N Boughter, Sr (2017). Betty was the daughter of the late Edward & Florence (Ingles) Buzby and is survived by her Sisters Marjorie (John), Mildred (Gerald), Catherine (Richard), and Christine (John). She was predeceased by her brother Walter Buzby. Betty was the loving Mother of Steven (Cheryl) of Oley, PA, David Jr (Patricia) of...

Shirley Ann Childers Shuker, age 83, of Rome passed away Saturday July 2, 2022. Shirley was born on January 4, 1939 in Floyd County, GA. to the late Clyde O. Childers and Blanche Montgomery. She was a member and the chaplain of the American Legion. Shirley worked at Firestone Tire and Rubber in Pottstown, PA. for 20 years, then she earned her registered nurse degree from Montgomery County Community College and worked at Norristown State Hospital before retiring from Northwest Georgia Regional Hospital after 25 years of service. She was preceded in death by her brother: Larry Childers. Survivors include her children: Robert Michael Hug, Ryan T. Hug, and Michelle (Frank) Morgan;...

Suzanne Fay (Snyder) DeTurk of Quechee, VT passed away on Friday, May 20, 2022 at the age of 93 at DHMC, Lebanon, NH. Suzanne was born in Philadelphia, PA, August 4, 1928, the daughter of Dr. Thomas Butler Snyder and Barbara Hansel Snyder. Sue grew up along French Creek in Kimberton, by Kennedy Bridge in a house which is now the Kimberton Waldorf School. During WWII her family moved to Pine Forge, PA, to the former Rutter Mansion along the Manatawny . After graduating from high school, Sue met and married Harold P. DeTurk. With Harold, Sue traveled the eastern states by car from Florida, to Michigan, Maine and Canada. An independent, hard-working person who took great pride in her work...

Shannon Lucille Seguinot, 45, of Coopersburg passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Born August 12, 1976 in Lebanon, she was a daughter of Carmelo Seguinot of Coopersburg and the late Star Lucille (Propst) Seguinot. She was a member of Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, Center Valley. In addition to her father, Shannon is survived by her daughters Breanna Thorpe and Rayna Shelton; sister Amanda Seguinot; niece Cielo Weighknecht; and nephew Torin Weighknecht. A celebration of Shannon's life will be held starting at 6:00 PM Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, 5900 Old Bethlehem Pike, Center Valley followed at 7:00 PM by a lite fare fellowship. A funeral service will be...

Star Lucille Seguinot, 62, of Coopersburg, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021 in her home. Born January 27, 1959 in Lebanon, she was a daughter of the late Sarah (Myers) Cherel and also preceded in death by a sister Faye M. Blanshine. Star was a professional salsa dancer and dance instructor as well as a journalist. Surviving are her husband of 45 years Carmelo Seguinot, Jr.; daughters Shannon L. Seguinot and Amanda E. Seguinot; siblings Crystal K. Bucks, Betty Sue Bixler and Jason G. Propst, Jr.; and grandchildren Breanna Thorpe, Rayna Shelton, Cielo Weighknecht and Torin Weighknecht. A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Buse Funeral Home, 145...

Robert Maloney, 90, of Ormond Beach, FL, formerly of Pottstown, PA, slipped away peacefully on July 19, 2020. He was born on February 11, 1930 in Pottstown to Edward Maloney and Katherine Righlenbaugh Maloney. Robert was a Veteran of the United States Army. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Pauline Maloney; and children, Paul Maloney, Kathy Bortz, and Barbara Schultz. Robert is survived by his wife of 33 years, Peggy Maloney; Peggy's children, Sandra Bionelli and Stephanie Salter; many grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at a later date for family and friends. Please honor Robert's memory by making donations in his name to the...

Mr. Thomas E. Specht, 86, entered into rest July 19, 2020, Memorial Services were held Tuesday afternoon, July 21, 2020, at 4 o'clock in the Riverfront Church with Pastor Jerry Byrd officiating. A Memorial Service will be held in Boyertown, PA at a later date. Mr. Specht was a native of Boyertown, PA having made North Augusta his home for the past twenty years. He was employed with Mercer's Sheet Metal. Mr. Specht was a train hobbyist, an active baseball player into his late 40's and was a volunteer ambulance driver for fifteen years. He was a former member of the Jaycee's, Lions Club, served on the Boyertown Borough Council, and was a Leader with the Boy Scouts of America. He was...

Alberto Romero of Snellville, Georgia, or 'Senor' as thousands of students knew him, passed away June 20, 2020. Alberto lived an abundant life for over 84 years. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 54 years, Tina, and is survived by their son, Andres, and his three children, Mary Alexandra, William Andres, Isabelle Josefina; their son, Horacio, and his wife, Rupal, and their son, Vijay Samuel; and their niece who they raised during her most formative years, Maria Luisa Parra, and her husband, Carlos Mora, and their sons, Nicolas Mauricio and Daniel Felipe. A native of Bogota, Colombia, Alberto went on to study philosophy and theology in Spain, Italy, and Switzerland as a member of the...

Mrs. Lilah J. Eaton, 90, passed away on May 18, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Eupora, MS. Mrs. Lilah was born on December 20, 1929, in Center Square, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late F. W. and Edna Swartz Harpel. She worked as a Department Head for Sunset Manufacturing for 15 years. She was a member of Palestine United Methodist Church in Montpelier, MS. She was an avid quilter. Being a very hands on person, she enjoyed playing games with her family and working word puzzles. She loved being outdoors and growing lots of flowers. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She married A. J. Eaton on December 11, 1954 in Pottstown, Pennsylvania and he...

On Monday, April 27th, Anna ("Ann") Freece Bowers, of Charlotte NC, was called home by her Heavenly Father. She was born on December 25, 1928 in Phoenixville PA to Thomas F. Freece, Sr. and Kathryn (Bradley) Freece. Ann graduated from Phoenixville HS and immediately started working at Valley Forge Army Hospital. She worked at several local businesses in Royersford PA, the last as an inventory clerk at Lebow Furniture Store. In 1949 she met a handsome young man and three months later she and Charles "Chiz" Bowers were married. They were blessed with three daughters - Kathleen "Kathy" Bieski of Audubon PA; Terry Potts (Dan) of Cornelius NC; and, Wendy Bowers (Jim Ricciuti) of Charlotte...

Bartholomew James Gratz, 67, of Enola, PA passed away February 28, 2020 at 6:45 pm. Born August 16, 1952 in Pottstown, PA he is the son of the late Dr. M. Morton Gratz and Mary Elizabeth (James) Gratz. Bartholomew graduated from Pottstown High School and went on to Temple University. He was a logistics manager with D.B. Schenker. Bartholomew was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes in Enola, PA. He enjoyed gardening, he was an avid reader, cannabis advocate and an Excellent Cook. Bartholomew is survived by his wife of 43 years Donna Gratz of Enola, PA; his sons Terry Stewart of Frederick, Md., and Luke Gratz of Enola, PA; his daughter Jessica Gratz of Enola,Pa; grandchildren Alexis,...

Ryckman Ray Walbridge passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a long bout with prostate cancer on February 19th, 2020. Born in New York City on August 21, 1948, he was the son of Kathryna Ray Stetson (E.W., Jr.) and George Olin Walbridge both deceased. He was also the grandson of the Rt. Reverend Randolph Ray (deceased) who for many years was the rector of the Church of the Transfiguration better known as "The Little Church Around the Corner." He is survived by his loving wife of forty-seven years, Karen Monaghan Walbridge, daughters Kimberly Walbridge (Lauren McQuade), and Amy Walbridge Ondocin (Michael J.); four granddaughters who he cherished, Hailey and Catherine McQuade,...

Clementine E. Romero age 83, of Snellville, GA, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 10:00 AM at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 1520 Oak Road, SW, Snellville, GA 30078. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.wagesfuneralhome.com. Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, A Family Company, 3705 Highway 78 West, Snellville, GA 30039 (770-979-3200) has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Marjorie J. Deets of Surfside Beach died Thursday, June 20, 2019. Born on February 2, 1944 in Pottstown, PA, she was a daughter of the late John and Geraldine Vogt. Mrs. Deets had worked as an aide at Penshurst State Hospital and at Spring City Knitting Mills, and as a waitress. She met and married her husband Richard Deets Jr. and enjoyed 53 years of marriage. She enjoyed camping and making crafts. After Richard retired from the Pottstown Police Force they moved to Surfside Beach, SC and enjoyed the beach, fishing and crabbing. Mrs. Deets was preceded in death by brothers, John Vogt and Ronald Stover and a sister, Patricia Seyler. Surviving in addition to her husband are her son,...