Philly Burbs -- Lance Corporal Travis Martin Stottlemyer passed away Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008 as a result of a non-hostile incident in Manama, Bahrain.

Travis was born April 14, 1988, son of Robert and Cheryl Stottlemyer of Hatfield.

He was a 2006 graduate of North Penn High School. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps in October 2006. He was assigned to the 3rd Fleet Antiterrorism Security Team Co., Marine Corps Security Forces. Travis' decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal and two Sea Service Deployment Ribbons.

Travis was preceded in death by his brother, Jeremy Allen and survived by his parents, Robert and Cheryl and three sisters, Tracy Stottlemyer of Hatfield, Andrea Stottlemyer of Williamsport, Pa. and Jessica Ramp of Quakertown. Travis was a devoted uncle to four nephews, Avery, Elias, Bradly and Albert Jr. "AJ" and four nieces, Alexis, Carliegh, Isabelle and Jocelyn. Travis also was a dedicated godfather to his niece, Jocelyn. Travis was a loving son, brother, and friend. A devoted Marine dedicated to the defense of his beloved country.

He loved nothing more than to be outdoors, watch the Discovery Channel, hang out with friends and play with his nieces and nephews. He enjoyed listening to music, playing sports like softball, video games and movies. As Lance Corporal Stottlemyer, he honestly believed in the work he was assigned to with the Marine Corps.

All in all, Travis was a well rounded man, amazing son and true friend and fellow Marine and will be truly missed by many.

A viewing will be held from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27, at Williams-Bergey-Koffel Funeral Home, 667 Harleysville Pike (Route 113), Franconia. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, at the funeral home. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Wednesday.

The family has requested in memory of Travis and in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the following charities: The U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program, World Wildlife Fund and Disabled Veterans of America.