John C. Waters Sr.

John C. Waters Sr. died on Monday, October 29, 2018 at Legacy Gardens in Bristol at the age of 81.Born in Philadelphia and raised in Trevose, John lived most of his life in Fallsington. He was formerly of Ocean City, NJ. John was a 1955 graduate of Bensalem High School. Until retiring in 1996, John served as a Police Officer in Falls Township for 34 years, and was a Firearms Instructor, Hostage Negotiator and was the founder of the Police Association of Falls Township.He had a Pilot's license and loved piloting his ultralight aircraft.John could build anything and rebuilt several automobile engines as a hobby. He enjoyed fishing, but mostly, loved watching the Eagles with his family and friends.John is survived by wife Sheila and his children, Ann E. Waters, Christine Gafgen (Richard), Patricia A. Huff (Michael), Elizabeth D. Belkowitz (Ed Ryan) and John C. Waters Jr. He is the devoted grandfather of Jennifer, Justin, Liz, Patti, Victoria, David, Graham, Samuel, Charlie, and Alex; proud great grandfather of Amya and Cam; and dear brother of David Waters (Joanne), Judy Babitt (Charlie) and Anne Gribb (Bill).John will also be sadly missed by several nieces, nephews and extended family.Relatives and friends are invited to call on Monday, November 5, 2018 from 5:00 until 7:00 pm at the James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 2200 Trenton Road, Levittown, where his memorial service will be held at 7:00 pm.In lieu of flower, memorial contributions in John's name may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation of Philadelphia & Southeastern PA, One Valley Square, 512 Township Line Road, Suite 133, Blue Bell, PA 19422.