Raymond L. Kotlarek age 86 of Bensalem,PA., passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at Symphony Manor Feasterville, PA.

Born in Philadelphia, PA., Raymond was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving during the Korean War. He was also a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Church for over 58 years and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed making stain glass, fishing, roller skating, and loved ice cream.

Raymond was the loving husband of Gail E. Kotlarek (nee Lambert) and was pre-deceased by a son David I. Kotlarek, grandson Charley and son-in-law Steven. He was the loving father of Michael A. (Peggy) Kotlarek Trevose, PA., and Suzanne (Mark)Wisler Bensalem, PA. Also survived by 5 grandchilden Mark, Ashley, Kevin, Jessica, Jared, one brother Edward (Patricia) Kotlarek Laury, VA., one sister Dolores (Ken) May, daughter-in-law Charmagne, Philadelphia, PA. and serveral nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend graveside services 2PM Thursday, March 16, 2017 at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Disabled American Veterans at www.dav.org/Donate