Alice Carol McCloskey

Alice Carol McCloskey, age 84, of Bensalem, Pennsylvania, went home to be with the Lord on November 26, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on November 1, 1941, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late David A. and Alice C. (nee MacDougall) Lane) and spent her life dedicated to her family, community, her love of history and studying the Word of God

Alice graduated from Bensalem High School in 1959 and married William A. McCloskey Sr in August 1959. After raising her children, she started her professional career as a Judicial Clerk for the Bucks County District Courts, and later a Secretary to the Captain and CID of the Bensalem Police Department. She returned to the courts and retired in the 90’s to care for her parents.

A passionate historian and founding member of the Bensalem Historical Society, Alice served in various roles, including President and Corresponding Secretary. She also co-authored three books on Bensalem Township’s history and in recognition of her contributions, she was honored with the Bensalem Pride Award in 2001 by Mayor DiGirolamo. Alice also traveled with the Van Zandt Society with her dear friends all over the United States and returned home with a cookbook from every state as gifts. She particularly enjoyed Canada, London, Russia and Ukraine with stories to share with her children and grandchildren.

Alice was an active member of the Liberty Evangelical Free Church, where she led the Women’s Bible Study, “Woman on the Move” and was always quick to lend her support and volunteer for any need within the church community. Her kindness, compassion, and generosity, and her smile is what her family and friends will cherish most.

Alice is survived by her beloved daughter, Linda C. Rispo (John); her cherished son, William A. McCloskey Jr. (Donna); as well as her brother, Donald Lane (June), and sister-in-law Patricia Lane, and her precious grandchildren, John, Matthew, Ryan, William, and Brian, and great grandchildren, Owen, Maximus, Liliana, and Jackson. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, William A. McCloskey Sr. and her beloved brother, Daniel Robert Lane.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Alice’s viewing at the Tomlinson Funeral Home, 2207 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, Pa 19020 on Thursday, December 4th from 10:00-11:00 AM followed by her service at 11:00 AM. Interment will take place at Hatboro Cemetery.

Alice will be remembered not only for her contributions to her community but also for her profound love for her family and friends. Her legacy of kindness and generosity will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate to know her.