James Sweeney
, Pennsylvania
Dan was born Dec 9 1943 in Detroit Michigan to John Morgan Sweeney and Helen Takala Sweeney. He was the oldest and arguably the best of four children. He is survived by his wife Sandra they married in 1970 his brotherinlaw Ken Schmader Dans children Mark LaurenSweeney Jennifer Erin Jason Murray Sweeney and David KellyKennedy Sweeney and his grandson Callan. He is also survived by hissisters Karen Morgan of Colorado and Linda Allen Knop Sweeney ofWisconsin. He was predeceased by his brother John Brian Sweeney 2021and his parents. Dan grew up in Detroit Michigan he graduated from Cooley HS 1962before attending Auburn University Mathematics 1966. He thenentered the Navy where he rose both in altitude and in rank flyingP3s and becoming a Lieutenant. He left active duty in 1976 andentered the reserves retiring as a Comander in 1992. He also attendedPenn State Masters in industrial engineering 1990 Dan joined PacerSystems…
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James Hutchinson
, Pennsylvania
James W. Hutchinson 79 of Hatfield died Wednesday April 1 2026. He was the loving husband of Karen L. Slook Hutchinson. Born January 4 1947 in Philadelphia he was a son of the late William J. and Mildred Leidy Hutchinson. James loved tinkering with cars. His passion for cars wasnt just a hobby but it was also a way of life. He also had a deep appreciation for warm weather often saying that nothing beat the feeling of the sun. Above all he will be remembered for his warmth and care for his family and friends. In addition to his wife he is survived by his sons Todd James Hutchinson Valerie of Philadelphia Brian Arthur Hutchinson Amy of Philadelphia Timothy Scott Hutchinson of Souderton his grandchildren Luna Alexi Evie Avalynn Jonah and Lillian. Relatives and friends may call between 200 and 300 p.m. Friday April 10 2026 at Huff Lakjer…
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Marjorie R. Swartley
, Pennsylvania
Marjorie R. Swartley 89 of Souderton PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 31 2026. She was the beloved wife of Raymond N. Swartley Jr. with whom she shared 71 years of marriage. Born on November 25 1936 in Blue Bell Pennsylvania she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Emma Cassel Rohr. Marjorie graduated from Hatfield High School in 1954. She began her working years as a seamstress at Sunshine Clothing Factory in Souderton. After marrying she joined her husband in dairy farming while also working a variety of parttime jobs to support her growing family. Her work included positions with Dutchmaid Clothing Gouldeys Meats and Jane Bird Catering. She also faithfully volunteered as a bus driver for Plumstead Christian School and served as an area representative for the Fresh Air Program. A devoted member of Doylestown Mennonite Church Marjorie served in many roles over the years. After…
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Lisa Anne Ruff
, Pennsylvania
Lisa was born in Philadelphia on March 1 1967. She was the daughter of Therese Murray and the late Robert J. Ruff. She graduated from Saint Josephs University in 1989 and Mercer University School of Law in Macon Georgia in 1992. Lisa grew up in Northeast Philadelphia before moving to Harleysville in 1998. After law school Lisa passed the bar and worked as an attorney in Georgia and Pennsylvania. Lisa made a career change in the early 2000s. She received a masters degree in library science from Drexel University. Her first job as a librarian was at the Villanova University Law Library. Lisa then transitioned to the career she loved. She became an elementary school librarian for the Wissahickon School District where she worked until her retirement in 2023. Lisas passion was getting books into the hands of her students and building a love for reading. She prided herself on…
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