Yet, there is one thing that Madrigale needs that is both invisible to the camera’s eye and yet absolutely vital to the sustainability of his life. It forms the continuing conversation he has had for many years with others and with himself that sounds often like a prayer and a whisper and a plea.
“That should be changed to read from 2023 to 2027. That will be changed before
Nick Perigo, a graduate from the class of 1977 who also serves as a volunteer football coach for the team, said he was seeking “clarification and information” at the Sept. 12 board meeting about a “K” surrounded by a circle that he’s seen “out and about” in Kennett Square.
William Fitzpatrick appointed to fill Oxford Borough Council vacancy
“As a nonprofit health system, we have a mission of service to our neighbors—and you are our neighbors. We are honored and so excited to be here to support your health needs in southern Chester County,” said Douglas P. Azar, ChristianaCare senior vice president, strategic clinical integration.Aftera brief overview of ChristianaCare, Azar addressed the two biggest questions on everyone’s mind: What are you going to do with the West Grove Campus, and when will it open?
There he is, gathered with his long-time partner Danielle Hayes and their four children – two daughters and two sons –on a trip to Disney World, and the glint in Madrigale’s eye can be indicative of another
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growth while preserving the town’s rich history and charm. Throughout the year, the organization plans numerous community events, including the monthly First Friday street fairs, the annual Car Show and Country Christmas celebrations.CurrentOMI board president John McGlothlin spoke highly of OMI saying, “It
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He told the board members during the meeting’s public input session that the new design has recently appeared
If one’s complete assessment of an individual begins and ends with the content of a photograph, then the one taken of 31-year-old Atglen resident Nick Madrigale that accompanies this article tells the story of a man who has been given everything.
ChristianaCare West Grove Campus.OnWednesday, Sept. 14, ChristianaCare shared new details about the planning process for the campus with Chester County business leaders at an event organized and led by Pennsylvania State Rep. John Lawrence and hosted at the Herr’s Snack Factory visitor center auditorium.
ChristianaCare shares updates on plans for West Grove campus
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Dix said that although the pandemic did pose problems for local businesses, it did keep people from traveling out of the area.
ing to move forward with our theatre project. Our staff did turn over during the pandemic, but we currently have two paid staff members and numerous volunteers. We are excited about moving forward with the theatre and anxious to see how that brings people to our Oxfordtown.”Mainstreet, Inc. was started in 2001 and strives to foster economic
“People tended to shop local and more people came to the downtown during the pandemic,” he said. “That was an unexpected plus. We did have to cancel some events, but we actually held 40-plus events during that time. We are continu-
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A former Kennett Consolidated School District board member has expressed concern about what appears to be a new school logo.
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The incomparable Patti LaBelle delivered a stunning 90-minute set on Sept. 13 before a near sold-out audience at Longwood Gardens. “An Evening with Patti LaBelle” served as a fundraiser to benefit the new Kennett Library & Resource Center, currently under construction and slated to open next spring. For a complete story and additional photos, see Page 1B.
At community meeting hosted by Rep. John Lawrence and Herr Foods, ChristianaCare and Chester County business leaders discuss community health needs and the future of ChristianaCare’s newest campus
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it is distributed. We had some items on the budget that were not correct, which included a title in the budget and a figure which should be changed. Those items are being corrected asHewell.”added, “Everything else is correct. As we noted we added one property on Market Street. The amount of the tax has not increased. This is the third renewal.”
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Since June, when ChristianaCare announced the purchase of the former Jennersville Hospital from Tower Health, ChristianaCare leaders have been meeting regularly with community leaders and small groups to gain input into planning for what is now called the
Oxford Borough Council voted to appoint William Fitzpatrick to fill the vacancy that was created when Mary Higgins resigned from the position. Fitzpatrick will fill the remainder of the term which ends in January ofBorough2024. Council also
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“Emergency services has quickly risen as the most significant need in this community,” Azar said. “It continues to come up time and again in our discussions with the community that the most urgent need is emergency care. That’s our first priority.”
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held a public hearing about the bid renewal for Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. (OMI). Brian Dix, the OMI executive director, spoke briefly to the council and the“Wepublic.have a few minor changes to make to the plan, and the most notable is the time frame,” Dix said.
sunny day at the happiest place in America, or the supreme sense of peace and enjoyment he is feeling, knowing that those he loves the most are beside him…everything he has ever wanted from life.
Allaband was referring to the forensic audit conducted by Kennett Township in the wake of what became a $3.2 million embezzlement of township funds by former township manager Lisa Moore, who was sentenced to a state correctional facility on Oct. 4, 2021 for the crime of theft by deception, as well as dealing in unlawful proceeds, forgery, tampering with public records and access device fraud.
He said when he heard about the change, he called School Board President Vicki Gehrt, and she told him the logo was “in the works” and that she had advised Communications Specialist Nikki Laws, who is working on the branding project, to make sure the alumni were on board.
This left Perigo with three issues: That the new logo was not approved by the board; that having a new logo and an old one present at the same time confused rather than clarified the district “brand”; and the fear that the school administration would merely go ahead and incrementally replace all the block “K” logos including the water tower, the football field, the parking lot flags and the gym floor without notice.
At the board’s Sept. 6 meeting, the township issued a joint statement regarding Reiner’s resignation, which was followed by questions to township Solicitor William Christman, who said that Reiner’s departure was considered a “personnel matter” and not considered “public information.” He said that he had asked the supervisors not to comment on the specifics of Reiner’s resignation.AtChristman’s recommendation, the Chester County Press submitted a right-to-know request form to the township on Sept. 15, asking to obtain the contents of the separation agreement between the township and Reiner, and is currently awaiting a response.
Laws wrote: “The yearlong KCSD brand refresh project has been informed
had heard nothing about it and had not been contacted by the school.
The two Kennett Consolidated School District logos compared: On the left is the present block Kennett logo that goes back decades. The logo on the right has appeared on various documents and T-shirts recently.
In response to questions about the board’s lack of approval, Gehrt wrote in an email, “The board is fully aware of the task force and its work on ‘re-branding.’ The process is not complete, and final branding recommendations come to the board in October.”
Defined, a forensic audit is an examination and evaluation of a firm’s or individual’s financial information for use as evidence in the court of law, and can be conducted in order to prosecute a party for fraud, embezzlement or other financial claims.
Gehrt has, in several of the past board meetings, mentioned that Laws was working on the school’s branding. Branding has been defined as “the promotion of a particular product or company by means of advertising and distinctive design.”Following Perigo’s presentation at the meeting, Gehrt told him, “I hope you continue to have a discussion with Nikki [Laws].”
by a diverse group of stakeholders, including students, families, staff, board mem-
John Granger, a veteran of municipality management whose previous stops were in Aston, Exeter, Radnor, Solesbury and West Vincent townships, was officially appointed as interim township manager and secretary for New Garden Township, as well as its right-toknow officer and recycling coordinator, at the New Garden Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Sept. 19.
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George, for his part, said he had concerns about the lack of communication the administration appeared to have had with alumni.
with the recent resignation of former township manager Ramsey Reiner, who left the township in late August for reasons that are not being made available to the public.
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He added he personally feels sentimentally that the “K” block can stand on its own and reflects more correctly than the circled “K” the traditions of Kennett High School and its town.
tion to Reiner or her recent resignation.“Thereason for this is very clearly for transparency,” Allaband told the audience at the Township Building. “We don’t suspect there’s anything wrong. We just want to be able to assure the public that it is okay. We will probably be talking more about that at our next meeting.
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“Nobody knew about it except in the workings of the administration. They didn’t seem to think it was important,” George said.
His most significant role in his short tenure at the township, however, was his recommendation that the township undergo a forensic audit of its financial records.
George also spoke about logos in general. He said the logo of a company or organization is intellectual property and protected by copyright. Legally, logos that copy another brand or that are taken by another
style guide for official approval by the board this fall.”
“[John Granger] feels that it probably should be done and should have been done in prior years as standard operating procedure, and [is also based on] some of the recommendations made by the township’s Finance Committee to look at different areas. An audit is basically just a confirmation that the transactions are okay, but they don’t look at everything, as I think we have learned from our neighbors to the east of us.”
Board Chairman Steve Allaband said that the township’s decision to pursue a forensic audit of the township’s financial records does not have any connec-
risk legal action, he said.
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ers’ compensation care, which was a topic that the ChristianaCare representatives said they hadn’t heard in previous discussions, and they’d take that information back for further discussion.
Plans for the former Jennersville Hospital site are in development now. Douglas P. Azar, ChristianaCare senior vice president, said that those plans will likely be finalized and shared with the community sometime later this fall.
• The Sycamore Crossing Escrow Release in the amounts of Phase 5A, Request No.3 - $39,437.89; Phase 5B, Request No. 3 - $240,249.19; and Phase 3, Request No. 4 - $132,312.13.Additionally, Russell congratulated Police Chief Sam Iacono on his fourth anniversary with the Borough of Oxford.
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“Thank you all for coming tonight and sharing your time and your insights with us,” Azar said. “With each of these conversations, we
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Grove Campus as quickly as we can. At the same time, we’re going to take the time to do this right so that you have a facility that is excellent—and that you can be proud of in this community.”WhileAzar said it’s too early to know when services will open at the West Grove Campus, it’s unlikely that it will be within the next 12 months.
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“It’s been a pleasure to work with the ChristianaCare team on this project,” Lawrence added.
Azar provided some insight into the current state of the facility, based on ChristianaCare’s assessments and inventory following the acquisition. While it does contain some usable equipment, including hospital beds and some imaging and diagnostic equipment, other aspects of the facility are going to be “starting from scratch.” He said that the building currently contains no information technology infrastructure, and the laboratory is completely empty of“I’mequipment.highlighting these as just a few examples to give you some insight into the complexity of the work ahead,” Azar said. “As you know, supply chain issues are impacting every industry right now, and it’s too early to know whether it will create significant delays or none at all.”
Azar said, “Middletown is a fantastic facility that is really beloved by the Middletown community. It’s a great model, and there are many learnings from that model that are informing our planning for West Grove. However, the West Grove Campus will be unique, and we are using all of the good information we’ve heard over the past several months to create a care model and structure that will best meet this community’s needs.”
Several members of the audience spoke as business owners about challenges related to work-
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Council had a scheduled visitor, Bo Wright, speak on zoning and place making. Wright is the former executive director of Historic Kennett Square. He identified zoning as a key element in creating a great place.
“As an emergency medicine team working remotely from our main hospitals, we’re really focused on meeting the needs of our patients, whatever they might be. Our team is incredibly skilled at that, and we’re able to address a wide variety of needs right in the Emergency Department,” Coletti said. He cited care for broken bones, heart attack and stroke as some of the capabilities that are available in an emergency care setting.
“You’re absolutely right,” Azar said. “We’re committed to opening the West
Coletti, M.D., MHCDS, FACEP, FACP, clinical effectiveness officer and vice chair of Emergency Medicine, who talked about the kinds of care ChristianaCare is able to provide at the Middletown Emergency Department and how that might translate to what’s being considered for the West Grove Campus.
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• The Extension request which will extend through Dec. 17 for Damico & Sons preliminary/final land development plan.
Azar explained that ChristianaCare plans to take a phased approach to development at the campus, and ChristianaCare’s intent is to include emergency services in the first phase. Plans are in development now—and they continue to be informed by what he and other ChristianaCare leaders are hearing from the community. He said that those plans will likely be finalized and shared with the community sometime later this fall.
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Audience members also cited the aging community and the need for services that support older adults.
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project to move swiftly, without sacrificing quality for speed. Several participants cited the need for behavioral health and addiction treatment services in the community, and the ChristianaCare leaders acknowledged that these are on the list of priorities for this campus, although likely not in phase one.
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In the Sept. 14 edition of the Chester County Press, our editorial incorrectly stated that Barry Fragale co-owns the Fragale Brothers Barber Shop with his brother-in-law. In fact, Fragale co-owns the business with his brother, Michael.
• A resolution to submit a grant application to the Strategic management Planning Program (STMP) of the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED).
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is so good to have people listen to you and talk about making things better. It has always been good to work with the Borough.”
• The 2023 minimum municipal obligation for the police pension plan in the amount of $132,823.69.
Timing Still Difficult to Predict
ChristianaCare opened a freestanding emergency department in Middletown, Del. in 2013, and Azar said that lessons from the success of that facility have been invaluable in planning for West Grove.
• The hiring of Daniel Tucker as a part-time officer with the Oxford Police Department.•The2023 minimum municipal obligation for the non-uniformed employee pension plan in the amount of $48,272.91.
Building on Success
Azar said that ChristianaCare is intent on listening to community members and learning from them what the needs are so that ChristianaCare can be the best possible partner.
There was no other public comment. Borough solicitor Stacey Fuller explained that changes as identified would be made. Council approved a motion to adopt the plan subject to the amendments identified by Dix and the plan will be distributed. The final hearing of the plan will be held on Oct. 3.
“When Jennersville Hospital closed, it was a gut-punch to this community,” Rep. Lawrence said. “I, as much as anyone, would like the new facility opened tomorrow to restore needed services to our area. But it’s even more important that it be done right, because this community deserves the highest quality of care.”
In other business, Council took nominations for a new vice president. Higgins served as the council vice president until the time of her resignation from council. Council member Peggy Ann Russell nominated Robert Ketcham for the position, and council approved the appointment.
On Wednesday, Sept. 14, ChristianaCare shared new details about the planning process for the campus with Chester County business leaders.
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Several years ago, Madrigale recorded a song called “Better Way – Nick Nemesis,” that includes the words, “Gotta be a better way.” It’s become a family slogan for tough times.
“In the end, it doesn’t make you feel any better about the situation to say,
The smiling man in the photograph needs a new heart.Madrigale was born with whatandcontactschool,doorMadrigaleever,DiseaOftenbeatlackHCMbody.bloodtionsheartamountmuscleanthataCardiomyopathyHypertrophic(HCM),cardiovasculardiseaseischaracterizedbyabnormallythickheartthatlimitstheofbloodtotheandcreatescomplica-ingettingoxygen-richtotherestoftheAsaresult,thosewithcanexperienceaofenergy,afastheart-andseverechestpain.called“TheHiddense,”HCMaffectsoneinevery500peoplebutonly200,000peopleintheU.S.areproperlydiagnosedeveryyear,meaningthatasmanyas85percentofthosewithHCMremainunawareoftheircondition.Thankfully,MadrigalewasfirstdiagnosedwithHCMwhenhewasfiveyearsold,followingthreeincidentswhenhisheartstoppedandherequiredCPRandchestcompressionstokeephimalive.Hewasplacedonsev-eralheartmedications,andwhenhewaseightyearsold,hewasfittedforhisfirstpacemaker/defibrilla-tor,whichwasplacedinhisstomachbecausehewasnotoldenoughtohaveitinhischest.Thecondition,how-requiredtheyoungtolimithisout-playathomeandatwhichmeantnosportslikehockeyfootball.Limitedinhecoulddo,hefound
“Nick and Danielle are the most resilient young people I have ever seen,” said Karen Brown, Danielle’s aunt. “They love their kids. They take care of their kids, and they keep moving forward. Nick has become an inspiration for me. He never gives up hope. He never plays the victim but instead, he is an optimist, and he tackles hurdles as they come.
‘Having to deal with it for so long, it became normal’
“This is a step right now, not an ending. Danielle and I are going to keep going. Life may be different right now, but as long as we keep focused on the end result, we’ll get through this. That’s how I have lived my life. That’s how I will continue to live my life.”
To learn more about Nick Madrigale and to make a contribution to help defray his medical costs, visit “The journey for a new heart for Nick Madrigale” on gofundme.com.TocontactStaff Writer
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Nick Madrigale at home with his daughters.
several medications, receiving a new cardiac catheter and going back to work at the bank, Madrigale’s heart failure had progressed. He spent an additional seven days in the hospital, where he was given a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) that rushed blood through a vein in his arm to his heart. When he returned home, he was given an IV for Milrinone and a pump.
In addition to the realities of needing a heart transplant, Madrigale is faced with the untold financial burdens of paying for his continued treatment. While his short-term disability pays 60 percent of his salary, it ends at the end of September, when he will be faced with paying 100 percent of his medical bills out-of-pocket, as well as co-pays and uncovered and unplanned costs associated with his treatment.
“I had to remain inside during school recess,” Madrigale recalled. “A lot of the time, my teachers would let me select a friend who would stay inside the classroom with me. No one wanted me to do much of anything because everything seemed like such a big“Havingrisk. to deal with it for so long, however, it became normal, and luckily I had a lot of good friends around me who understood that and accepted me.”
“It is family, it is community, it is friends,” Brown added. “When we think about our world, they are the most important people around us. There are no instantaneous answers, but they are who we need to go forward in this world.”
‘Poor me,’” Madrigale said. “We have four children, and I owe it to them to be able to provide them with everything I possibly can.
After the latest round of tests and evaluations, Madrigale was released
his love for writing and music.
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After graduating from Downingtown West High School in 2009, Madrigale went into sales, first for a large department store, then in the claims department for an insurance firm, later at D’Ambrosio Chevrolet in Oxford and most recently at Ephrata Bank in Lancaster County. In May of 2021, he was diagnosed with pneumonia, and while in the emergency room, the medics attending to him measured his heart’s blood flow – or ejection fraction (EF).Ina normal heart, an ejection fraction is measured between 50 and 70 percent, and any percentage under 40 is considered dangerous. Madrigale’s EF numbers were at 18 percent, and he was subsequently diagnosed with chronic heart failure and remained in the hospital for the next nine days.Over the next year, despite being prescribed
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$17,000 from private and contributions,businessso far
To help defray his mounting medical costs, Madrigale recently collaborated with Danielle and Carolyn Hrynkow to establish a GoFundMe page that has to date attracted 119 donations that has raised more than $17,000 toward a $50,000 goal, which included a Beef & Beer benefit held a few weekends ago that raised $7,000 in private and business contributions.
Soon, Madrigale was referred from The Heart Group at Lancaster General Hospital to the Penn Heart Transplant Program in Philadelphia. Located at the University of Pennsylvania, the center is one of the top ten heart transplant programs in the nation and one of the five largest heart transplant centers in the mid-Atlantic region. Since its founding in 1987, Penn Heart has performed nearly 1,500 transplants, more than all other centers in the region combined.
In the event his health deteriorates, his status will be upgraded and the date of his transplant moved up.
from Penn Heart on Sept. 18 and while he recovers back at his home in Atglen, his physicians will be discussing his case over the next few weeks that will be followed by another evaluation by a committee to ultimately decide the timeline for the date of his heart transplant.Currently, Madrigale is listed as a Status 4 heart transplant recipient, a level designated for a heart patient who is on a life-preserving device. If he maintains his health, Madrigale could receive his transplant sometime in the next six months to a year.
“That is what inspires all of us -- his family and his friends. None of us can imagine what they are going through, but he and Danielle try to keep their life with their children as normal as possible.
On Sept. 24, a Casino Night fundraiser will be held at a private home in Morton, Pa.
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“So far, I’ve raised $5,500 for this year. Last year, it was just short of that,” he explained.Hehasbeen raising money every way he can, not just for his daughter, but for all people that suffer from MS. And through his life, he has known many people who have battled MS. He plays Pickle Ball with a group and wanted to give a big thank you to that group for their contribution.Whenhe is not rais-
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MS is a difficult disease to diagnose. The National MS Society said, “no single test can diagnose MS.” The medical history, a neurologic exam and lab tests help health care providers rule out other diseases and confirm the MS diagnosis.
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happening because officers are being forced into multiple mandatory overtime shifts, sometimes as many as three in a row. Danger and exhaustion aside, it has taken a toll on their marriages and home life. As a result, new officers aren’t staying on the job.This simply cannot continue. The pandemic, and its after-effects, have created a staffing crisis that demands the commonwealth’s attention. Most people don’t see it because they aren’t inside. But for those officers and other prison employees who work in Pennsylvania state prisons, every day is a struggle without the numbers they need to keep the peace and return home safely to their loved ones.
Hirst is thankful to his neighbors, to people he has never met, and to former students who have supported him and his family.
make this a memorable year for him, his daughter and his entire family. Honestly, people like Dave Hirst keep all of us MS’ers moving. Thanks, Dave.
Even when we do hire, the washout rate for new officers leaving is over 30 percent, an extremely high number historically. That’s
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ing money for MS, Hirst coaches and judges in the gymnastic field. He started doing gymnastics at age 11, and according to his students still does a flip or two at age 84, which delights his 12 grandchildren. Those grandchildren, and Lee’s sisters, have also done rides with him.Hirst has committed to doing 750 miles and has completed 667 miles so far. He will probably do even more. A humble man, but a staunch advocate in the fight against MS, he rides for many that cannot ride.
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bring a tinge of crimson gloryto the plaintive strains under a Harvest Moon glow.Soon nothing matters but the bountiful beauty instilledinthe corridors of radiant light,our hearts filled as we fade into a brilliant transparency.
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“As a parent I pray every day they find a cure,” he said. “Where did it come from? Her one son is searching for that as well. He has a degree in biochemistry. My daughter has had too many falls. Her family does everything they can. It has brought my family closer.”
no sign of slowing, creating a dangerous atmosphere for prison employees and inmates.According to the Department of Corrections, there were nearly 1,000 violent incidents already this year, a staggering 33 percent increase from a year ago. The number of staff assaulted is up 26 percent, and inmate fights have increased 42 percent.OnAug. 31 at 6:19 p.m., an inmate began assaulting a lone corrections officer at SCI-Forest. A second officer responded to help, but the inmate pulled a 7-inch piece of metal with a homemade handle and began stabbing both officers before a third arrived at the scene to end the vicious assault. Both officers were sent to the emergency room for their stab wounds.
• Lyme • Stroke • Vision Problems
According to doctors and the National MS Society, support is very important.
When Aline Frank served on the Kennett School Board, she was a school director’s school director. She was an advocate for public education. She was actively involved in the Kennett school community, and was a voice for parents on matters that came in front of the school board. She attended many different programs and events. As an intelligent and hard-working school board member, as someone who always paid attention to the details, she was perfectly suited to help the school board handle its responsibilities when it came to the school district’s curriculum.
Frank passed away earlier this month.
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Roberts served on Kennett Square Borough Council for more than two decades—at a time when the borough was experiencing a great transformation. Roberts was the president of borough council when many innovative initiatives were undertaken to help revitalize the town.
Hirst spoke lovingly of his daughter and her struggle with MS, saying, “She was always a very active child. She did gymnastics and played field hockey. MS symptoms started to appear for her when her oldest son was born. Like most people, we know she had it long before she was diagnosed.”
• Lupus • Parkinson’s
Hirst explained his method of raising money this year called for some changes.
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Genesis Healthcare’s headquarters, the construction of a parking garage, and the borough’s long-term land lease to the Kennett Area YMCA all played important parts in the revitalization of the town. Roberts was also on council when Kennett Square Borough and Kennett Township partnered to form the Kennett Area Park Authority to over oversee the creation of the Anson B. Nixon Park.
aren’t there for a cup of coffee. They want a job – now. Pennsylvania used to allow prisons to identify and hire from local communities.
We’re also being outmaneuvered by other states for job candidates. At those same job fairs, out-of-state corrections departments are providing candidates the ability to apply for jobs on the spot with signing bonuses, such as Delaware ($5,000) and Maryland ($3,000). Virginia is giving new prison employees $6,000 just to sign on.
It is not unusual to hear that people with MS were misdiagnosed. Sometimes it takes years to get a correct diagnosis because there is no single diagnostic test to establish a definite MS diagnosis. A number of other diseases or health issues can mimic MS. These include the following: Virus
• AccordingFatigue to Hirst, “Lee uses a walker and needs assistance. She also uses a scooter. Her symptoms involve tremors. She needs assistance with eating. My daughter has tried every treatment there is, including changing her diet, medical treatments, medications, and we even visited ‘the bee sting lady.’ As a family, we all support her.”
On September 10, Arthur Rieck passed away. He served as a supervisor in East Nottingham Township. Frank, Roberts, and Rieck all worked hard to make their community a better place to live and work. They leave behind legacies of public service that should be appreciated—and emulated—by others.
He rides for his daughter, Lee Mayer, who has valiantly fought MS for more than 15 years.
Hirst has “Biked to the Bay” for 75 miles to raise money in the fight against Multiple Sclerosis (MS). He also did the “MS: City to Shore Ride” that was another 75 miles. Through the years, his bike riding has raised thousands of dollars to fight MS.
Legacies of public service
“So many people I don’t even know have given me donations. Two of my former students have been very generous. It means more than they will ever know,” heForsaid.anyone wanting to donate to this determined dad, you can donate online. Go to BIKEMS.ORG and click donate on the far right side of the page. For participant, put in “DAVE HIRST.”
We know this because the statistics are clear: Our state prisons have become remarkably more dangerous for our officers. It’s time for Pennsylvania’s elected leadership to come together and address this unprecedented staffing problem because it isn’t showing any sign of ending. Lives are on the line.
Author’s note: I have had MS for 50 years and am so grateful to Dave Hirst and others like him that support all of us that have this disease. On behalf of all of those with MS, I’d like to ask you to double your support to him if possible and
Another Kennett Square public servant, Kenneth Roberts, passed away just a few days before Frank.
Nothing motivates a parent more than their child. That is what has motivated Dave Hirst for the past 22 years.
In June, Pennsylvania’s state prison system had 757 vacancies for corrections officers, the highest in at least a generation. To put that into perspective, just prior to the pandemic, there were only 94 vacancies in June 2019. In nearly a quarter century of serving as an officer, I’ve never seen anything like this. The reasons for the overwhelming vacancies are clear.Pennsylvania is making it more difficult to hire new officers, with a bureaucratic approach that isn’t competitive with other states and takes too long to hire candidates. Right now, when a person attends a job fair or applies for a job in our state prisons, the wait time to hear back takes up to four months. People attending job fairs
That process moved quickly. The commonwealth’s current approach to have hirings handled regionally has only further bogged down the process. It’s also time to allow out-of-state residents to apply for these jobs. For example, SCI-Green County is located near the West Virginia border and should be permitted to recruit across state lines to fill vacancies.
Several other state prisons are near state borders as well, including Albion, Mercer, Waymart, Phoenix, Chester, Somerset, Fayette and Laurel Highlands.
Hirst explained, “MS is a debilitating disease that to date has no cure and limited relief for those afflicted. With your support, I hope that on-going research can offer hope for my daughter Lee, and many others who suffer from MS.”
Hirst also explained, “A new program allows me to scan checks directly to the National MS Society, avoiding repeated emails to you for additional contributions. Checks can be made out to the National MS Society.
By Betsy Brewer Brantner Contributing Writer
We desperately need more backup to stop the increased violence. Just how bad is the staffing deficit in our state prisons? It’s a full-blown crisis. That’s not spin; the department’s own numbers tell the story.
John Eckenrode is the president of the Pennsylvania State Corrections Officers Association. For more information, see: pscoa.org.
Pennsylvanians are getting back to work. The economy is on the rebound. Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate is now lower than its pre-pandemic level. That’s great news, but not for everyone, including those who work some of the most dangerous jobs in the commonwealth. Right now, the commonwealth’s prison system continues to see its vacancies skyrocket with
“In early July,” he said, “I tangled with a car while riding my bike. My wife, Lynn and I decided that maybe an 84-year-old should not be doing a lot of road biking. As a result of that, I am pledging to ride the 75-mile Bike to The Bay ten times over on trails and in my community for a total of 750 miles in the next few months, leading up to the ride of Oct. 8.”
“I play Pickle Ball with a 60-year old lady that has MS,” he said. “Her husband changed jobs, and a longtime doctor recently retired. Long story short, those changes have interrupted her treatment which was working for her.”
Pennsylvania’s state prison staffing crisis shows no sign of ending
Hirst is asking everyone who has generously supported him in the past, to continue to do so this year.
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Hirst explained that she eats meals at a different family member’s house through the week. They all share and they all care, which is the best thing you can do for someone with MS.
Dave Hirst rides to raise money to fight Multiple Sclerosis
Hirst himself has educated himself in all-things MS, which is the greatest gift you can give to someone with MS. Being understood and believed is such a comfort to those stricken with MS.
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Sportsceremony.biographies of the remaining members of this year’s inductees will be pub lished in next week’s edition of the Chester County Press. The public is invited to attend this very popular event. There is no charge for admission.
“This was a great com munity event that gave a lot of exposure to the Kennett Library, and while we still have $6 million to raise, this concert will go a long way to helping us reach that goal,” said Jeff Yetter, president of
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LaBelle’s performance brought many in the crowd to their feet.
Rebecca Ruggear (2009), Laura Beimfohr (2010), and Ryan Hubley (2015).
Robert “Puff” Moore, as his nickname indicates, was small in stature but large in his commitment to partici pating in sports at Oxford.
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Benefit concert Legend at work: Patti LaBelle rocks Longwood
Performing artist Patti LaBelle delivered a 15-song, 90-minute concert before a near-capacity crowd at Longwood Gardens on Sept. 13.
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LaBelle shared her spot light with trumpeter Jeff Bradshaw – who delivered a blistering solo that brought the audience to its feet –and singer John Williams, with whom she sang “On My Own,” another duo she recorded with McDonald in 1986.Throughout her perfor mance, LaBelle playfully threw her voice from sweet ballad to street-smart growl, and at several points, kicked off her shoes to dance barefoot on the stage. Between songs, she thanked the audi ence for their support over her 60-year recording career, and wrapped up the show with her chart-topping hit, “Lady
The Oxford Sports Wall of Fame returns
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“Puff” Moore passed away in 2010. He will be repre sented by his family at the award
Lauri Brockson and Laura Berkeihiser of Avondale secured front-row tickets to the show.
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Resource Center. Through private and corporate donations, grants and con tributions from neighboring municipalities, the library’s Imagine Campaign has raised nearly $16 million towards its $21.7 million goal.
which won its league cham pionship and moved forward before losing in the state championship. Following a four-year commitment to the U.S. Coast Guard, “Puff” returned to Oxford and played local baseball and softball for many years. He then became an avid golfer. He and his son Mark won a Maryland State Father and Son Championship. Sadly,
It was one part pop, one part harmony, one part soul, one part ballad, one part gospel and one part testi mony, and at the end of Patti LaBelle’s electrifying set at Longwood Gardens on Sept. 13, the near-capacity crowd rose to its collective feet, certain that it was all parts legend.Throughout her 90-min ute concert, LaBelle, joined by the harmonious voices of four back-up singers and a pitch-perfect 16-piece orchestra, seemed to defy her 78 years through the power she gave to every selection in her 15-song set. Flashing her radiant smile as she entered the stage, LaBelle kicked off the show with her hit, “New Attitude” and followed it with “I Keep Forgetting,” a duet she performed with Michael McDonald that was first released in 1982.
the Kennett Library Board of Trustees, after the con cert. “Between Matt Fetick and Paul Redman, our grati tude doesn’t even begin to express what they have done for us. Longwood Gardens did not make one dollar for this concert, and they have also contributed $250,000 to this“Thatcampaign.iswhat I call com munity support.”
Laura Beimfohr was a champion pole vaulter during her high school days. Some of her accomplishments include placing seventh in the AAU Junior Olympic
Games with an 11’6” vault and placing second at the PIAA District 1 Outdoor Championship with a school record 11’6” vault and earn ing the Team MVP. She is the current outdoor record holder at this height and the current indoor school record holder at 10’6”. Following high school, Beimfohr went to East Stroudsburg University where she was a five-time NCAA Provisional Qualifier. She set school and meet indoor records at 11’10” that are still current at the DeSchriver Invitational. She was twice named the ESU Warriors Athlete of the Week and, in 2014, was a PSAC Scholar Athlete.
Following a two-year hiatus prompted by the pandemic, the Oxford Area High School Sports Wall of Fame induction ceremony will return on Oct. 10. The event will take place at the high school with six out standing sports athletes to be honored.TheFestivities will com mence at 6:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria to give the public time to meet and greet these men and women. Light refreshments will be served. At 7 p.m., the awards ceremony will take place in the auditorium where the inductees will receive their awards, and afterwards, give appropriate remarks.
Jazz trumpeter Jeff Bradshaw, center, invited his mother Carrie and his nephew K. Nathan Stepney, Jr. to the concert, and then delivered a powerful solo midway through the concert.
By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer
Bill Hostetter was a threeyear letterman in football, serving as the team captain in his senior year. Bill was a four-year member of the wrestling team, and he served as the team captain in both his junior and senior years while helping to guide the team to the Southern Chester County Championships in 1974 and 1976. His 54-10 wrestling record placed him second in career wins as of 1976. Hostetter received the Outstanding Wrestler Award in the Sectional tournament in his senior year.
Among the candidates receiving the honors this year will be Robert “Puff” Moore (class of 1949), Bill Hostetter (1976), John Rozich (1995),
Six standout athletes will be honored during Oct. 10 ceremony
He was a four-year member of the soccer team which, in his senior year, won the Southern Chester County League, the first league championship for Oxford in twelve years. He earned let ters in basketball three times and in baseball for all four years in high school. He was a member of the Rising Sun American Legion Baseball team in 1947,
She was preceded in death by one brother, James Mabe.
Shirley Ann Kilby, of Nottingham, passed away on Sept. 11, 2022 at home. She was 61.She was the wife of Robert Keith Kilby, with whom she shared 28 years of marriage. Born in West Grove, she was the daughter of Charles Mabe, Sr. of Nottingham and the late Rose Phillips Mabe.
Shirley loved spending time with her grandchildren more than anything in the world. She enjoyed shopping, going to the beach and gardening.
She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Katie Hipkins; two brothers, Bernard Gray and Clifford Gray; and one sister, Pauline Adams.
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Born in Cream, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Clarence Samuel and Bertha Iona Cochran Gray.
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She was employed with Giorgio Mushroom Company in Toughkenamon for 20 years.
She was a longtime member of the Episcopal Church of the Advent where her husband David was rector until his passing. She enjoyed cooking, entertaining, reading, movies, and time with family and friends. She loved living at Ovations in West Grove and was very involved with variousSurvivorscommittees.include two daughters, Katherine Thomas and her husband Carlos Morales of Pinellas Park, Fla. and Sarah Stephenson and her husband Ryan of Middletown, Pa.; three granddaughters, Libby, Riley, and Lucy; one brother, James Johnson and his wife Sheri; a cousin Katie Cook; a niece Nikkee Johnson and nephew Kelly Johnson; her companion William “Bill” R. Friebel; her beloved golden doodle Oliver, and all her friends at Ovations and Church of the Advent who were loved like family.
She attended the First Baptist Church of Oxford. Goldie enjoyed reading, gardening and cats.
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In addition to her husband David, she was predeceased by sisters-in-law Suzanne Thomas and Linda Thomas.
A memorial service was held on Sept. 17 at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home in Oxford.
Interment will be private.
Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
Margaret Susan (Johnson) Thomas, of West Grove, passed away on Sept. 3, 2022 while surrounded by her family at her home. She was 72. She was the wife of the late Rev. Canon David P. Thomas, who died in 2009 and with whom she shared 40 years of marriage.
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In addition to her husband and father, Shirley is survived by her two sons, Jason Kilby (Alyssa) of Oxford and Tyler Kilby (Jennifer) of Port Deposit; three grandchildren, Gage Poorman, Brielle and Camryn Kilby; and four brothers, Charles Mabe Jr., Albert Mabe, Daniel Mabe and Larry Mabe.
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A memorial service celebrating Susan’s life was held on Sept. 10 at the Episcopal Church of the Advent in Kennett Square. Interment will be in the adjoining Church Memorial Garden. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Episcopal Church of the Advent for the Memorial Garden Perpetual Care ArrangementsFund.arebeing handled by Matthew Grieco of Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. (484-734-8100).
Goldie R. Smith passed away at the age of 100 on Sept. 15, 2022 at Newport Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Christiana, Pa.She was a resident of West Grove. She was the wife of the late William G. Smith, with whom she shared 74 years of marriage.
She is survived by her two children, Randy W. Smith (Carmella) and Faye A. Hipkins (Douglas), all of West Grove; two grandchildren, Douglas Allen Hipkins, Jr. and Renee Lynn Smith; three great-grandchildren, Kiersten Hutchinson, Maryn Hipkins and Rachel Hipkins.
A graveside service was held on Sept. 20 at Oxford Cemetery.Inlieuof flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Forgotten Cats, Inc., 4023 Kennett Pike, Suite 422, Greenville, Del. 198074.
Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
Born in Britton, S.D., she was the daughter of the late Howard Johnson and the late Nancy K.SusanJohnson.graduated from Millersville University and earned her masters of science in education from Wilkes University in August of 2000. She was an English teacher at Unionville High School for many years, retiring in 2015.
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Harry owned and operated Pleasant Peasants in Unionville. He was a member of the New London Masonic Lodge # 545 in West Grove. He enjoyed woodworking and was a re-enactor for all periods of war.
In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the New London Masonic Lodge # 545, c/o Theodore Wallace, Secretary, 106 Reedville Road, Oxford, Pa. 19363.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Vicki Fisher Sherman (Steven) of West Chester; one daughter-in-law, Christine Fisher, of Oxford and
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 23 at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. 86 Pine St. in Oxford, where friends and family may visit from 10 to 11 a.m.
She was a nanny to many children throughout her life.
He was a former township supervisor for East Nottingham Township.
Joseph was born in West Grove on April 15, 1939 to the late Joseph C. and Florence Taylor Fisher.
In addition to her children, she is survived by her sister, Patricia Purcell (Ed) of Nottingham; a sister, Betsy Brantner of Oxford; a brother, Thomas Brewer (Jan) of Argyle, Wisc.; and a foster brother William Roberts.Sheisalso survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, and a great nephew. All of them dearly loved her.
Howard E. Hamm, 85, of Oxford, passed away at home on Sept. 18, 2022.
Interment will be in Oxford Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
Helen ”Aunt Honey” B. Downing, a resident of Kennett Square who previously lived in New London, passed away on Sept.14, 2022, at Linden Hall in Kennett Square. She was 98. She was the wife of James Downing who passed away in 2003, and with whom she shared 62 years of marriage. Born in New London, she was the daughter of the late James P. Bush and the late Reba Buckalew Bush.
Helen was predeceased by two sisters, Marge Johnson and Betty Ann Bush and four brothers, Paul Bush, John Bush, Frank Bush, Sr. and Charles “Chattie” Bush.
She is survived by two sons, Richard Jackson of Nottingham and Steven Williams of Fla.; two daughters, Ronnetta Jackson of Coatesville and Marla Jackson; three grandchildren, Kaily, Rebecca and Jamie Jackson; two great-grandchildren; and five brothers, Charles Jackson, Robert Jackson, Gary Jackson, Edward Jackson and Clarence Jackson.
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Joseph was preceded in death by his son, Joseph Randall “Randy” Fisher, as well as two sisters, Constance MacNeal (William) and Barbara England (Floyd); one brother, Howard Fisher (Sandra) and one foster brother, James Russell.
He enjoyed antique cars, gardening and spending time with his grandchildren.
Harry ”Skip” Sinclair Mills, Jr., a resident of West Grove, passed away at the Chester County Hospital on Sept. 2, 2022. He was 79.
She was preceded in death by a son, Robert L. Jackson; a daughter-in-law, Christina Jackson; two brothers, Alfred Jackson and John Jackson; and two sisters, Cynthia Jackson and Evelyn Twyman.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Kidney Foundation, www.kidneyfund.org. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105.
To view her online tribute and to share a memory with her family, please visit www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.
Catherine loved crocheting, coloring, puzzles, cooking and gardening. She enjoyed spending time with her family and loved her grandchildren.
She is survived by two children, daughter April McCabe (Alan), granddaughter, Summer, and a son, Mike Brabson (Ashley) and four grandchildren, Michael, Emma, Macie and Mylee. She was predeceased by her son Timothy Herr.
She loved her family dearly and enjoyed spending time with them, creating wonderful holiday dinners, crocheting, fishing and gardening. She was known for her cooking, and will be sadly missed by many.
She was the wife of the late Richard LeroyBornQuail.inWest Chester, she was the daughter of the late Charles Richard and Lula Carter Jackson.
Carrie worked as a home health aide for many years. She took her job very seriously and loved caring for others. She was well-respected as an aide and loved the hundreds of patients she became friends with.
Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
A Memorial service will be held at the New London Masonic Lodge at a later date. Please check the website for updates about the service date and time.
Arthur enjoyed golfing and walking his dog.
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Catherine Louise Quail, 68, of Newark, Del., passed away on Sept. 16, 2022 at Christiana Hospital.
Interment will be private.
He was the husband of Elizabeth Myers Mills, who passed away in 2022.Born is Darby, Pa., he was the son of the late Harry S. Mills, Sr. and the late Mary Burke Mills.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22 at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., 86 Pine St. in Oxford, where friends and family may visit from 1 to 2 p.m.
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Carrie had lived at Luther House in West Grove for one year where she made many wonderful friends who will miss her bright smile and laughter. She also loved taking care of the Luther House cat, Baby.
Joseph P. Fisher, of Oxford, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 9, 2022. He was 83.
Arthur Rieck, 80, of Oxford, passed away on Sept. 10, 2022 while at home.
He was a lifelong resident of Oxford, graduating from Oxford Area High School in 1957. In school, he was a member of the Future Farmers of America. After graduation, Joseph worked as a welder, prior to taking over the family dairy farm business. He continued to run the business for 40 years.
In 1965, Joseph married Gayle Cummings, his high school sweetheart and love of his life, and they celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary this past May.
four grandchildren, Joseph and Matthew Fisher of Oxford and Timothy and Kaitlyn Sherman of West Chester.Heis also survived by two foster brothers, David Bristow and Frank Jobeck; foster sister-in-law, Cheryl Russell; brothers-in-law, Richard “Gary” Cummings (Nancy) and Dudley Cummings (Marilyn); sistersin-law, Diane Andrulonis (Ronald) and Kay Kuhns (Barton), as well as many nieces and nephews, with whom he was very close. These included Joseph England (Mary), William England (Kelly), Steven England, Charles England (Judith), Janice Price (James), Thomas Andrulonis (Stacey), Lori Gilbert, Jennifer Cook (Daniel), David Kuhns (Jennifer), Jorja Cummings, Veronica Price (Michael), Robert Cummings, Joan Leardi (Joseph), Melissa Finley (James) and Steven Russell (Valerie).
Please join the family in celebrating his life on Saturday, Oct. 22 at the Oxford United Methodist Church’s Fellowship Hall, 18 Addison St., Oxford, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
You are invited to visit with Helen’s family and friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24 at the New London Presbyterian Church, 1986 Newark Road (Route 896), in New London. Her funeral service will follow at 11Buriala.m. will be in the adjoining church cemetery.
He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Kathy Rivera; three grandchildren, Gregory Rivera, Kirstin O’Keefe and David O’Keefe; and one sister, Delores McCormick.Hewaspreceded in death by two sisters, Mary Elizabeth Landry and Linda Mitchell.
She enjoyed watching the Phillies on TV, going shopping, and being with her family and friends.
She was a seamstress and worked at the West Grove Knitting Mills for 20 years. She also owned and operated Picture Pump Antiques in New London for over 30 years.
When he retired from farming, Joseph found great pleasure in the relationships he formed while working for Noble Road Milking Equipment Company until his death.Joseph loved spending time with his family, cutting up with friends (and everyone was a friend), watching the Phillies and driving around in his prized 1957 Chevy. He was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, but his most cherished title was that of #1 Pop Pop, which he had the hat to prove. He was often described as quite the character, and he earned that title as well. If you were lucky enough to know Joe Fisher, then you know how much he will be missed.
The family would like to thank Willow Tree Hospice for the love and kindness they gave to Carrie and her family.Services will be private.
HELEN B. DOWNING
He was the husband of the late Ella Rose Dunn Hamm, with whom he shared 62 years of marriage.Bornin Creston, Ashe County, N.C., he was the son of the late Walter and Hazel Arnold Ham.
He is survived by his one son, Dennis Tester of Mt. City, Tenn.; six grandchildren, Nickie, Joey, Johnny, Dustin, Brandy and Candace; twelve great-grandchildren; three brothers, Larry Ham, Kenny Ham and Bobby Ham all of N.C.; two sisters, Lois Riley and Mary Brackins both of N.C.; and several nieces and nephews.Hewas preceded in death by one son, Daniel Howard Hamm; two daughters, Karen L. Morrison and Kimberly A. Farmer; and one brother, Darrel Ham.
Helen was a member of the New London Presbyterian Church and the West Grove Senior Center.
Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford.
Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
Carrie Jane Risser, 75, went home to be with the Lord on Sept. 14, 2022. She fought a courageous fight against cancer. She spent her last days lovingly cared for by her family.Shewas born in West Grove to the late Thomas and Emma Brewer of Oxford.
Services will be private.
Howard retired as a mushroom grower in Nottingham, and was also employed with Coldiron Construction in Oxford as a dry-waller.
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Her family would like to thank the staff at Linden Hall for the excellent care given to her while she was there.
HARRY SINCLAIR MILLS, JR.
She is survived by many nieces and nephews and greatnieces and great-nephews.
She was loved by many for her sense of humor and deep compassion for all. She never ended a phone conversation without saying, “I love you very much.”
He is survived by one brother, Stephen J. Mills of Midlothian, Va. and two nephews, Chad W. Mills of Fort Worth, Tex. and Stephen J. Mills, Jr. of Midlothian, Va.
Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford.
The family would like to thank everyone who has reached out to them in this time of grief.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was employed with Astra Zeneca as an accountant.
He was the husband of Harleen Carpenter Rieck. Born in Chester, Pa., he was the son of the late Arthur and Mildred Rieck.
Brandywine, St. Luke’s Penn Foundation, Chester County Human Services, and Community Care Behavioral Health.
Attention Realtors: 1% Broker Participation being offered to Realtors who preregister with their buyers and who become the successful bidder on day of auction. Must register 48 hours prior to date of auction. Pre-registration forms are available at www.beileronto Silver Spring Road PA CareerLinkChester County, in partnership with the Chester County Workforce Development Board, is hosting a job and career fair on Thursday, Sept. 22, with a focus on employment with companies in human services behavioral
“In addition to finding out what jobs are available, you can talk to the organizations represented there, to find out more about the incredible impact that those in human service and behavioral health jobs make on the health and well-being of ourThecommunity.”jobfairis free, registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Further details are available by contacting a PA CareerLink business services team representative at 610-280-1036.
Legals PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION 3.73 +/- Acres Southern Lancaster County 2 Story, 4-BR, 3-Bath Dwelling w/ 2-Car Garage 24’ x 40’ Detached Garage Storage Shed FRIDAY OCTOBER 21, 2022 @ 2:00 PM Drumore Township – Solanco School District Property Description: 3.73-acre country property with 3002 SQ FT, modern 2-story house with 4 Bedrooms & 3 full baths. 1st floor with kitchen & island, breakfast area with bay window and lots of cabinet & counter space. Family room with gas fireplace and hardwood floor. Also living room with hardwood floor, dining room & foyer with open stairway and business approved office. 2nd floor with master bedroom, walk-in closet, & bath with shower, corner Jacuzzi® tub & double vanity. Also 3 additional bedrooms w/ double or walk-in
to property on left. For more pictures go to: www.beiler-campbellauctions.com • www.auctionzip.com • www.GoToAuction.com ChristAUCTIONEERS:Taylor:(717)-371-1915 AU# 005421 Harold Martin (717) 738-4228 AA#019488 Sellers: Roger & Meschelle Roten (PA licensed real estate broker) Attorney: Sam Goodley 610-998-1000www. beiler-campbellauctions.com • 888-209-6160 AY#002026 PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION The
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“Building a career in the behavioral health arena truly is rewarding because it provides many opportunities to support others in life-changing ways,” added Lewis. “If you already have behavioral health qualifications and experience, or if you would like to learn more about the real benefits of a career in behavioral health,
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then I certainly encourage you to attend the job fair.
ESTATE OF Ruth S. Pattinson, late of Oxford, Chester County, Deceased. Letters Testamentary on the estate of the above-named Estate, have been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the said decedent are requested to make known the same and all persons indebted to the said decedent to make payment without delay to: Roland L. Pattinson, Executor, P.O. Box 147, Oxford, PA 19363.9p-7-3t
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Estate of Fred D. Main Late of Oxford , East NottinghamTownship, Chester County, PA, LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Michael D. Main, Executor, 968 Hopewell Road, Oxford, PA, 19363 9p-14-3tclosets, full bath, and laundry room. Full basement with exercise equipment, wall mirrors and TV selling with the property. House has 9 ft ceilings on first floor w/crown molding, LP- fired hot air heat, central air and attached 2-car garage. House is equipped with security & fire alarms. Property also has metal sided 24’ x 40’ garage/workshop w/ electric and 12’ x 20’ storage shed. Country property with well and onsite sewer.
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“Every one of the employers at this job fair has a variety of job openings, including administrative support services within a behavioral health setting,” Lewis said.
campbellauctions.com. Auctioneers Notes: Be sure to check out this 3.73-acre Drumore Township country property in Solanco School District. The property has lots of potential as a country estate, pastures/animals, or small produce/fruit farm. The modern house is 1-owner, super clean and movein ready. The 24’ x 40’ building adds options of more garage, workshop, or storage space. 1142 Silver Spring Road, Holtwood, PA 19532 - Lancaster Co. Directions: From Buck, Route 272 South to right
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Open House Dates; Thursdays Sept. 15, 22 & 29 from 5-7:00 PM And Saturdays. Sept. 17, 24 & Oct. 1 from 1 - 4:00 PM
Terms: Down payment of $ 50,000.00 required day of auction. Settlement on or before Dec. 29, 2022, Transfer taxes to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated. Annual taxes +/- $5123.67.
Matters Speaker Series event at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22 will equip community members to take action toward building a more inclusive community.“KennettSquare residents are justifiably proud of the unique community they call home,” said
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torium, and the children’s and adult maker spaces will allow the Library to expand programming for children, teens, adults, and seniors.
Speaker series to focus on building better Kennett community
Elideth Navarro, Mayra Castillo, and Lee Sausen will engage in an honest and thought-provoking conversation about inclusive community and the importance of feeling welcomed into community discussions about life and spaces in the town.“We see and hear the frustrations in our community, and it’s hard when people don’t have outlets for coming together to give input, listen, and take action,” Wright said. “That’s why we’re excited to showcase some projects that are addressing exactly these kinds of questions and to give community members opportunities to share ideas, ask questions, and get involved in these initiatives.
The roles of libraries have evolved over the years, and on Sept. 22 library staff will be sharing some of their
nity,” said “ThroughoutWright.the Speaker Series events over the past year we’ve had experts from around the country talking about the ‘hardware’ of different elements of the built environment,” Wright
“Community engagement has been a huge part of the ongoing success and growth of programs like the KSQ Farmers Market and the new Kennett Library, and it’s absolutely necessary in order for projects like the Red Clay Trail & Park, and the project that South Broad Partnership is proposing for 600 South Broad Street to succeed.”Aninteractive “science fair” showcasing these projects will follow the panel discussion. Attendees can learn more about the Red Clay Trail & Park project and about opportunities to volunteer in addition to having a chance to “build their own Red Clay Park” on game boards that will be provided. “We really want people to give us their input, feedback, and ideas at this early stage of the project,” said Christina Norland, executive director of the Kennett Trails Alliance. “Our vision is for the creek that runs from Anson B. Nixon Park to Kennett High School— and that connects so many places in between—to be transformed into a beautiful, restored public space for people to walk, rest, gather, play and engage with nature. The multiple goals of this project, from stream restoration to community programming, can only happen through community collaboration at every step.”
also recently launched a scholar-in-residence program and has hired Robert Edwards, a Ph.D. candidate in Historic Preservation at Columbia University whose work focuses on the relationship between architecture and race, as the munity,investedprofessionalsaBroadStreet.600munitymixed-useposalPartnership’sonandlearneesprojectscholar-in-residence.firstAnotherexcitingthatattend-willbeabletomoreaboutgivefeedbackisSouthBroadpro-tobuildacom-centeratSouthBroadSouthPartnership,localteamofinthecom-passionate
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 CHESTER COUNTY PRESS 5B Local News Chester County Press Help Wanted Public Auction 30.5 +/- Acre Farm 2 Story 4 BR, 2 1/2 Bath Dwelling • 42’ x 42’ Barn Lawn & Garden • Woodworking & Hand Tools • Furniture • Antiques • Collectibles SAT. OCT. 8 @ 8:30 AM REAL ESTATE @ 12:00 NOON Property Description; 30.5+/- acre farm w/ 2 story 4 Bedroom 2 1/2 Bath dwelling. House has 1st floor country eat in kitchen & island w/ granite countertop. Also, laundry/mud room, 1/2 bath, dining room w/ hardwood floor, sunroom w/ tile floor & exposed beam, living room w/ carpet & office/ parlor. 2nd floor with 4 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Most rooms with closets or built-in cabinets. House has oil hot water heat, some electric baseboard, and a wood stove. 42’ x 42’ 2-story barn & other outbuildings. Property has 2 wells & on-site septic. Open House Dates; Saturdays Aug. 27 & Sept. 10 from 1-4 PM And Thursdays. Aug. 25 & Sept. 8 from 5-7:00 PM Terms; Down payment of $ 75,000.00 required day of auction. Settlement on or before Dec. 5, 2022, Transfer taxes to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated. Annual taxes +/- $2974.00 Tools, Equipment, Lawn & Garden; 7’ x 12’ trailer single axle; Craftsman 10” table saw, 10” arm saw, router on stand, 4.5” jointer/planer, 16” scroll saw & belt/disc sander; White 21 HP riding lawn tractor 42” cut; poly dump cart; rear tine rototiller; several loaded organizers; (2) luggage carriers; 32’ alum ext. ladder; step ladders; lawn sweeper; double LP burner; express wagon, metal wagons; screws, bolts & other hardware; pipe & bar clamps; pipe wrench, levels, shovels, axes, pruners, rakes, weeders & other hand & masonry tools; misc. blocks & pavers; gas & trash cans; folding saw horses; patio table & chairs; misc. flower pots & planters; Antiques & Collectibles; 1800’s? Drumore post office mail sorter; antique pedal corn sheller; antique butchering stove top & bottom door; large hand saw & peg hole drills; scale arm; glass insulators; glass battery boxes; large pickle jars; marble roller; Coke, & other bottles; EW Huber & Park Miller milk bottles; meat grinder & flour sifters; cherry pitter; cheese & other boxes; crocks; tins; egg basket; ice tongues; straw cutter & other old barn iron; milk can; brace & bits; cloth bank & drug store bags; antique shavers; mustache cup; thimbles; (2) Gabriel fire cracker guns & belt; local pencil sketches; Blue Ridge dishes; Eldreth pottery; Furniture, Households & Misc.; Weslo tread mill; Speed Queen washer & dryer; GE Refrigerator; Maytag smooth top stove; recliner; ext. tables & chairs, spindle back & other chairs; Mission Oak librar y table; dressers & mirrors; horseshoe mirror; misc. Pamper Chef, Princess House, Tupperware & 50+ Longaberger baskets; Pyrex bowls; electric food slicer; lots games, Case 2390 toy tractor 1/16 scale & smaller toys; Structo truck; books & toys; many cookbooks; kitchenware like roasters, pots, pans, casserole & other dishes, goblets, glasses, mugs, plates & utensils; lamps; misc linens; lots misc candles, figurines & other decor; quilt frames; high chair; Christmas decorations some antique glass; Attention Realtors: 1% Broker Participation being offered to Realtors who preregister with their buyers and who become the successful bidder on day of auction. Must register 48 hours prior to date of auction. pre-registration forms are available at ww.beiler-campbellauctions.com Auctioneers Notes: 30-acre farm in southern Lancaster Co., Drumore Township and Solanco School District offering many farming possibilities as produce, crops or animals. Be sure to check out this property with blacktop drive & move in ready house in a rural setting but only minutes from Routes 272 & 372. 1512 Susquehannock Drive Drumore, PA 17518 – Lancaster County Directions: From Buck 372 West, to left onto Susquehannock Drive, to property on left. For additional pictures go to: www.beiler-campbellauctions.com • www.auctionzip.com • www.GoToAuction.com ChristAUCTIONEERS:Taylor:(717)-371-1915 AU# 005421
The goal of this community center is to enrich the town and its residents and to put Kennett Square on the map through this model of sustainable, beautiful, walkable, and equitable development.“Thegoalof the evening is to show how these projects really can help our community take steps to create a more equitable commu-
Harold Martin (717) 738-4228 AA#019488
Kennett Collaborative’s How We Build Matters: Let’s Build an Inclusive Community event will take place at Kennett Square Presbyterian Church, 211 South Broad Street in Kennett Square.
Sellers: Stephen & Susan Murphy 717-951-4808 Attorney: Sam Goodley 610-998-1000www. beiler-campbellauctions.com • 888-209-6160
new and existing programs that help create a more equitableThroughcommunity.focusing on scholarly research, public experiences, and historical memorialization, Voices Underground seeks to foster racial healing through storytelling. The organization facilitates Juneteenth in Pennsylvania in partnership with the PA Tourism Office, has established an African American Cultural Heritage Center at Lincoln University, and is working on a multiphase collaborative project that will memorialize the nationally significant history of the Underground Railroad in Kennett Square. In partnership with the Mellon Foundation, Voices Underground has
added. “With this event on the 22nd, we want to bring these considerations together with the ‘software’—how we make sure that the physical spaces we create are welcoming, inclusive, and accessible to all.”
The next How We Build
about its flourishing, and committed to equity, historic preservation, and quality construction and beautiful design, has created a plan that will combine mixedprice-point housing with community greenspace and will accommodate a variety of small businesses, a community grocer, a performing arts space, and more.
When the new Kennett Library & Resource Center opens its doors in May 2023, it will welcome all Kennett area residents to enter a world of discovery, learning, and change. The meeting rooms, audi-
Build Matters Speaker Series event will bring together a diverse panel of young leaders who recently participated in the Kennett Emerging Leadership Fellowship.
party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.
his military service. A fire destroyed many Army personnel records for the period of 1912 through 1959, which prevented the family the ability to attain the medals for their loved one. Sgt. Lepore served in the U.S. Army during World War II in Europe from May 27, 1943 until November 25, 1946. He served with Company L, the 10th Infantry.
6B CHESTER COUNTY PRESS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 Local News Chester County Press
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5467 recently held a posthumous medal awards ceremony for the family of late World War II veteran Sgt. Pasquale J. Lepore.
U.S. in sales, according to the 2022 REAL Trends 500 report. The company has been awarded “Real Estate Agency Brand of the Year” and Top Workplaces in 2022. With over 5,000 sales professionals and 600 employees in more than 75 sales offices across the Tri-State area, the company was recently acknowledged as #1, for the seventh year in a row, in the entire national Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Network.
Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays
• American Campaign Medal•World War II Victory Medal•Combat Infantryman Badge 1st Award
The family reached out to the post a few months ago because they needed assistance seeking medals that Lepore was owed for
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“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors is a winner of the Delaware Valley Top Workplaces 2022.
help ensure that the family receive these medals, and that they could, in some small measure, pay back the sacrifices he made for the nation.Theshadowbox of medals and ribbons presented to Sgt. Lepore’s family included the following:
Fox & Roach, Realtors named a top workplace
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5467 recently hosted a posthumous medal awards ceremony for the family of late World War II veteran Sgt. Pasquale J. Lepore.
The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-
• Bronze Star Award
“We are so proud of all of our employees and thank them for their dedication and commitment. We value our employees and respect their work experiences,” said Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach CEO Larry Flick, V.
Landenberg family presented with World War II veteran’s awards
His family now resides in Landenberg.Sgt.Lepore served the nation proudly and with honor. He was not able to receive all that he was owed during his life, as he recently passed on July 22. However, the VFW Post 5467 was honored to