"Dana Swan guided Haverford athletics through an important and challenging period from the late 1960s to the early 1980s," says Greg Kannerstein, dean of Haverford and former athletic director. Mr. Robinson was a 60-year member of Prospect Hill Baptist Church in Prospect Park where he was a former choir member and trustee. Obituaries can vary in the amount of information they contain, but many of them are genealogical goldmines, including information such as: names, dates, place of birth and death, marriage information, … Naval Receiving Station in San Francisco. Born in Philadelphia, Swan graduated from Swarthmore High School and served two years with the Marine Corps before going on to receive his bachelor's degree in history from Swarthmore College, where he excelled at varsity football and baseball. Delaware County employee charged with child porn Inmate to face trial in 'vicious' beating of prison guard Letter to the Editor: Follow pandemic guidelines in Radnor schools He trained law-enforcement officers in gun safety and use.He was the son of the late John DeHart and Dorothy Sage. Shinn taught school in Pennsylvania and Virginia before entering the seminary. "His commitment to Haverford College and especially to athletics and the principles of sportsmanship, excellence, respect and leadership, make Dana a supreme representative of everything we strive to instill in our student-athletes." Requires that you create an account.Be sure to select the FREE option.The Chester Daily Times (1876-1881), Chester Evening Times (1886), Chester Reporter (1941), Chester Times (1882-1959), Delaware County Daily Times (1959 Mr. Barnett was a mason for more than 50 years, and a member of the Springfield-Hanby Lodge 767 of Springfield. "Through his work in athletics and admissions, Dana mentored and impacted the lives of numerous Haverford students," said Athletic Director Wendy Smith. He was a former parishioner and usher at St. Clement's Church. says, PennDOT leaves Community Transit out in cold, Former teacher get five years probation after chat with teen, Inmate to face trial in 'vicious' beating of prison guard, Police asking for help in locating Darby Township Walmart shooter, Arraignment waived in drive-by shooting case. Michael A. Del Casale, 78, Formerly of Colwyn; retired from PECOMichael A. Del Casale, 78, of Wildwood Crest, N.J., formerly of Colwyn, died June 10 at Burdette Tomlin Hospital, N.J.He was born in Philadelphia. Sandra Elaine Spencer, 60, Kennett Square resident; bus driver, clerkSandra Elaine Spencer, 60, of Kennett Square, died June 10 at Light Center Hospice in West Chester.Born in Wilmington, Del., she earned a bachelor of theology degree from Boulden Seminary in Wilmington. Joyce R. Cox McElroy, 77,Briarcliffe residentJoyce R. Cox McElroy, 77, of Briarcliffe, an avid Flyers fan, died June 7 at Delaware County Memorial Hospital.Mrs. • Click here to visit the Delaware County Daily Times' web site Many thanks to Georgia Reber Elliott , ( reberjo@citlink.net ) for scanning and passing along much of the following history from the 100th Anniversary issue of the Chester Times/Delaware County Daily Times published on November 24, 1976. ; brother, William Prettyman of Millville, Del. Survivors: Sons, Lohr E. Kerns III of Chester Heights, John M. Kerns, Robert M. Kerns, David J. Kerns, all of Wilmington, Del., Richard B. Kerns of Chester; daughter, Ellen K. Luongo of Chester Heights; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nephew.Service and burial: Private.Contributions: Trinity United Methodist Church, Eighth and Butler streets, Chester, PA 19013 or The Chester Heights Fire Co., P.O. She served as a missionary in Thailand; ecumenical associate at St. Giles Church in Upper Darby; nursery school director; and as chaplain at the state hospitals in Haverford and Norristown.She also served in several capacities at Lansdowne Baptist Church. Delaware County Daily Times has been published since 1876, and is the oldest local newspaper in the county. Survivors: Wife, Ruth Arnold; son, Christopher Arnold; daughters, Phoebe Baldus, Jennifer Arnold; stepchildren, Rachel Myers, Ricky Myers.Service: 3 p.m. Saturday at the Rigby Harting and Hagan Funeral Home, 15 E. Fourth St., Media.Visitation: 2-3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.Contributions: Crozer Hospice, One Medical Center Blvd., Upland, PA 19013. Ann C. Daley Ryan-Pierce, 91, Aston resident; retired from Allied SignalAnn C. Daley Ryan-Pierce, 91, of Aston, retired Allied Signal employee, died June 11 at Taylor Hospice Residence.Born in West Grove, she lived in Aston for 40 years. Sylvia ShupardFormer Villanova University employeeSylvia Sandy Hammond Shupard of the Havertown section of Haverford Township, a former Villanova University employee, died June 7 at Taylor Hospice in Ridley Park.Mrs. He was an Army and Navy veteran. He enjoyed traveling, camping, reading and spending time with his family. Here are the obituaries that appear in the June 13 edition of the Daily Times.David B. Arnold, 67, Media resident; associate professor … He was a 1961 graduate of Collingdale High School and an Army veteran. of Andover, Md. Naval Communications Facility in Yokosuka, Japan, the U.S. Survivors: Wife, Elaine Donaldson; son, Howard Navin; daughters, Jennifer Maguire, Elizabeth Hurst, Tracy Simmons, Kelly Hutcheson; nine grandchildren.Service: 11 a.m. Monday, Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Fla.Visitation: June 22 at Mr. Donaldson's home.Burial: Florida National Cemetery.Contributions: Hospice of Marion County, Legacy House, P.O. Delaware County Daily Times newspaper was located in Chester, Pennsylvania. Raymond J. Ellis, 79, Lansdowne resident; U.S. Treasury retiree Raymond J. Ellis, 79, of Lansdowne, a longtime agent for the U.S. Treasury Department, died June 10 at Delaware County Memorial Hospital.Born in Philadelphia, Mr. Ellis graduated from West Catholic High School and Pierce Junior College. He was also predeceased by a daughter, Carol DeHart; a brother, James DeHart and a grandson, Jimmy "Jimmers" DeHart Jr.Survivors: Wife of 42 years, Carol DeHart of Eddystone; daughter, Janet DeHart of Eddystone; sons, John DeHart of Ridley Park, Brian DeHart of Brookhaven, Jimmy DeHart Sr. of Landenberg, Jesse DeHart of Altoona, Michael DeHart of Eddystone; brothers, Dennis DeHart, Terry DeHart, Michael DeHart; sisters, Bonnie Missimer, Dottie O'Donnell, Debbie DeHart; 11 grandchildren.Graveside Service: 11 a.m. Saturday, SS. Service: 11 a.m. Monday Lansdowne Baptist Church, 17 E. LaCrosse Ave., Lansdowne. Delaware County Daily Times Newspaper Archives (1959-1977) 168 in Leedom, Ridley Township, and a lifetime member of the American Legion John Wesley Post No. She was also an avid Flyers fan and loved going to games at the Spectrum. He was 43. Box 147, Ridley Park, PA 19078.Arrangements: White-Luttrell Funeral Home, Aston.Condolences: www.whiteluttrell.com. Delaware County Pennsylvania daily newspaper covering local, … She was also a great supporter of her grandchildren's sporting activities at the father and son AA.Mrs. Swan coached Haverford's football team from 1968-1972. He also loved using and working on his computer. Stitt asks all residents to conserve Visitation: 9-11 a.m. Saturday funeral home.Burial: Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill.Contributions: Briarcliffe Athletic Association, 110 Bartram Ave., Glenolden PA 19036. Mr. Robinson was a graduate of the old Prospect Park High School. The newspaper for Jay and southern Delaware County. Delaware County Daily Times Newspaper Archives (1959-1977) ; 12 grandchildren.Mass: 10 a.m. Monday, the Church of St. Monica, 17th and Ritner streets, South Philadelphia.Visitation: 7-9 p.m. Sunday and after 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Cavanagh Family Funeral Home, 301 Chester Pike, Norwood.Burial: SS. Jack K. Barnett, 80, Springfield resident; Army veteran Jack K. Barnett, 80, of Springfield, died June 11 at Harlee Manor in Springfield. The Rev. He was Haverford's athletic director from 1969-1982 and was associate director of admission from 1982 until his retirement in 2002. He was previously employed by the Franklin Mint in Middletown for 20 years.Mr. Carol J. Jochen Shinn, 72, Former chaplain at Haverford State HospitalThe Rev. 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Ridewood of Glenolden; six grandchildren.Service: 11 a.m. Saturday, Griffith Funeral Chapel, 520 Chester Pike, Norwood.Visitation: 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home where condolences may be sent via www.griffithfuneralchapel.com.Burial: Lawn Croft Cemetery, Lower Chichester.Contributions: Prospect Hill Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 703 Lincoln Ave., Prospect Park, PA 19076. John graduated from St. James High School in Chester, PA, Pierce Junior College, Browse 1969 Delaware County Daily Times at NewspaperArchive.com the world's leading resource of historical newspaper archives in 1969! Your IP: 139.59.25.142 Previously, she lived in Chester.Mrs. Gannon was born in Chester. Pettinichio was a steamfitter for Local 420.He served in the Army.Mr. Pettinichio enjoyed fishing, hockey and baseball.He was the brother of the late Martin Pettinichio.Survivors: Wife, Agnes "Cookie" Pettinichio; sons, William Lyons of Prospect Park, Francis Pettinichio of Swedesboro, N.J.; daughters, Kelly Lyons of Folcroft, Stephanie Pettinichio of Brookhaven; sisters, Diane Kerns of Glenolden, Marie Hastings of Philadelphia; six grandchildren.Service: 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Gabriel Church, Mohawk Avenue, Norwood.Visitation: 7-9 tonight and after 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Cavanagh Family Funeral Home, Norwood.Burial: SS. Before 1999, he owned his own body shop called "Harry's Body Shop."Mr. John Albert Slowik, 73, of Milton, Delaware formerly of Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania passed away on February 1st, 2021. Ronald B. Prettyman, 71, Upper Chichester resident; retired from Boeing Ronald B. Prettyman, 71, of Upper Chichester, a longtime Boeing Co. employee, died June 12 at home.Born in Chester and reared in the Ogden section of Upper Chichester, Mr. Prettyman graduated from Chichester High School in 1955. Pat was a long time resident of Delaware County. Mr. Del Casale was former president of the Colwyn Comets Boys Club and member of the Overbrook Club. Box 4860, Ocala, FL 34478-4860.Arrangements: All Faiths Cremation Society. ; daughter, Patricia Schultz of Wilmington, Del. She was a graduate of Chester High School.Mrs. He was a letter carrier based at the Prospect Park Post Office for 37 years before his retirement in 1979.A Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War, Mr. Robinson served at the U.S. Margaret “Pat” Rickoski (nee Mccartney), born on January 12, 1943, passed away on January 27, 2021. John Albert Slowik, 73, of Milton, Delaware formerly of Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania passed away on February 1st, 2021. Survivors: Sons, Thomas Washam Jr. of Chester and David Washam of Wilmington, Del. You have permission to edit this article. He attended Pennsylvania State University's School of Education and the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. She was the daughter of the late Victor B. and Katharine Pecht Jochen. Ryan-Pierce worked in the filling and shipping department of Allied Signal Inc. for 32 years. A member of the National Rifle Association, he enjoyed bounty hunting. You are here: Obituaries > Pennsylvania > Primos, Upper Darby > Delaware County Daily Times Searching obituaries is a great place to start your family tree research. She retired in 1982.She was a member of St. Joseph Church and the Aston Seniors.Mrs. Kerns was a homemaker.She was a lifelong member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Chester.She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Born in New Orleans, he was a resident of Prospect Park and the Essington section of Tinicum Township before moving to Florida. McElroy loved vacationing and traveling throughout the U.S. She was a collector of Hard Rock Cafe pins and loved going to trade meets. Hirvatidis was born in Istanbul, Turkey. A sports enthusiast, she was an avid fan of the Philadelphia Flyers hockey team.Survivors: Husband of 50 years, Ralph R. Shupard III; daughter, Linda Shupard Rollo; son, Ralph R. Shupard IV; brother, George Hammond; sister, Eleanor Wiser; two grandchildren.Contributions: First National Bank of Chester County to benefit Sylvia Shupard's Grandchildren, Attention: Pat Guinta, 311 N. Five Points Road, West Chester, PA 19380Arrangements: Stretch Funeral Home, Haverford Township. Service: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Pagano Funeral Home, 3711 Foulk Road, Boothwyn, Bethel Township.Visitation: 7-9 p.m. Monday and 9-10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.Burial: Lawn Croft Mausoleum, Lower Chichester.Contributions: Taylor Hospice, P.O. He worked in research and development at Boeing for 31 years, retiring in 1992. 118 were here. The Delaware County Daily Times Our Mailing Address: 390 Eagleview Blvd. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Marple. Ryan-Pierce enjoyed crocheting, pinochle, trips to the New Jersey shore, her dog Misty but most especially her family.She was widow of Stephen W. Ryan, who died in 1978, and mother of the late Stephen W. Ryan Jr., who died Feb. 15, 1998.Mrs. Performance & security by Cloudflare, Please complete the security check to access. ; sister, Doris Gabriel of Florida; caretaker, Joyce Garrison of Upper Chichester; two grandchildren. While serving in the Navy, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. During his tenure as athletic director, Haverford's current track and field dynasty got rolling and men's soccer teams frequently made NCAA tournaments. John DeHart Sr., 62, Eddystone resident; Navy veteranJohn DeHart Sr., 62, of Eddystone, a veteran of the Navy who trained law-enforcement officers in gun safety, died June 8 at Taylor Hospital.He was born in Philadelphia. She moved to West Virginia to live with her grandmother, later returning to Philadelphia where she attended Henry C. Lee School and West Philadelphia High School.In 1951, she married Wayne A. McElroy at the Walnut Street Methodist Church, where Mrs. McElroy sang in the choir.The two moved to New York City for two years. 4 talking about this. USA (1,114,893) > Iowa (37,356) > Iowa Newspapers and Obituaries (6,917) > Delaware County Newspapers and Obituaries (40) NOTE: Additional records that apply to Delaware County are also on the Iowa Newspapers and page. 118 were here. Mr. Welch worked for Westinghouse for 18 years and as an assembler for General Electric for 12 years before retiring in 2002.Survivors: Wife, Mary M. Schmidt Welch; son, Guy C. Welch Jr.; stepson, Anthony Welch; stepdaughters, Debra Naddeo, Theresa McAleer, Patricia Stewart; brothers, Edward Welch Jr., Richard Welch; sister, Debra DeBerardinis; six grandchildren; nieces, nephews.Service: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, McCausland-Bathurst-Garrity Funeral Home, 202 S. Chester Pike, Glenolden.Visitation: 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.Burial: Birmingham Lafayette Cemetery, West Chester.Donations: American Cancer Society, 1615 West Chester Pike, Suite 102, West Chester, PA 19382. Read 1959-1977 Delaware County Daily Times Newspaper Archives from Chester, Pennsylvania. He enjoyed going to Ridley Creek State Park and taking drives, and many times his driving would lead him to the Comp USA Computer Store.He was the son of the late Helen Hirvatidis.Survivors: Son, Harry M. Hirvatidis of Aston; daughters, Antoinette M. Queeney of Media, Elaine P. Hirvatidis of Aldan; one granddaughter.Service: 12:30 p.m. today at St. Laurence Church, 8245 W. Chester Pike, Upper Darby.Visitation: 11 a.m.-noon today at the Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby.Burial: SS. The college is constructing a synthetic turf field to the west of the observatory, which will be named Swan Field in Swan's honor. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Charles and Elizabeth Barnett. He was predeceased by his first wife, Priscilla. He enjoyed walking and dancing. Dr. Robert W. Shinn, who died in 1993.Survivors: Daughter, the Rev. Editor’s note: In the interest of public safety, critical coronavirus coverage is being provided free to all readers. Mrs. Shinn was an avid reader, cat lover and Phillies fan. She was a life member of Chester Heights Fire Co.She was the widow of Lohr E. Kerns Jr., who died in 1981. Here are the obituaries that appear in the August 15 edition of the Daily Times. He was the son of the late Voncile Kervin and Marion Donaldson and the grandfather of the late Donald Hutcheson. If you don't find your ancestor in the Delaware County Daily Times archive you might try expanding your newspaper obituary searches to include multiple localities and newspapers for the best obit search results. ; mother, Ruth Jones; former wife, Dena Washam; brother, Ronald Washam of Chester; sisters, Grace Bowles of Newburgh, N.Y., Marjorie Singleton and Patricia Roberts, both of Chester; four grandchildren; nieces, nephews.Service: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Peter's Non-denominational Church, 2019 W. Third St., Chester. Greater Primos obituaries from the Delaware County Daily & Sunday Times and other Pennsylvania obituary sources. He was the son of the late Joseph and Grazia Bontempo Del Casale.Survivors: Wife, Dolores Schickling Del Casale of Wildwood Crest, N.J.; daughters, Diane Gormley of Williamstown, N.J., and Michele Del Casale of Reno, Nevada; sons, Michael Del Casale of Northeast, Md., and Stephen Del Casale of Media; sisters, Rose Kane of Springfield and Grace Del Casale of Philadelphia; brothers, George Del Casale of Philadelphia and the Rev. Another way to prevent getting this page in the future is to use Privacy Pass. During his tenure, he amassed more than 400 chemistry-themed T-shirts, which he attempted to match to specific lectures and laboratories.Keenly interested to get others involved in science and chemistry, he ran, judged and sponsored activities such as science fairs. Visitation: Friday, February 5, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the St. Paul UAME Church, 3114 N. Marke An Army veteran of the Korean War, he worked afterwards as a computer programmer analyst for many years in the insurance and medical industries. He was formerly employed by Lower Chichester Township.Survivors: Wife, Ann A. Lynchard Gannon; son, Charles T. Gannon Jr.; daughter, Sally E. Schott; brothers, Robert Gannon, Leo Gannon, James Gannon; sisters, Sandy, Patty; four grandchildren.Service: 10 a.m. Monday, Wallingford Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Brookhaven Road, Nether Providence.Arrangements: Earl L. Foster Funeral Home, Chester. He was the son of the late Fred and Oscilla Scott Prettyman.Survivors: Son, Ronald E. Prettyman of Newark, Del. He was a member of the Stonehurst Social Club for many years and loved golfing at Cobbs Creek Golf Course at least three days a week.Mr. Ellis enjoyed reunions with friends from his old neighborhood and playing pool, a hobby that landed him on the cover of the Philadelphia Inquirer's Weekend magazine in 1994 for a story on the growing popularity of the game. He was also a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Please enable Cookies and reload the page. He was the brother of the late Mary Hight and Kathryn Maxwell.Survivors: Children, Raymond W. Ellis of Sewell, N.J., Kay Ryan of Chadds Ford and Paul Ellis of Springfield; five grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.Service: 10:30 a.m. today, St. Charles Borromeo Church, Dennison Avenue and Burmont Road, Drexel Hill.Visitation: 8:45-10 a.m. today, Doyle-Stonelake Funeral Home, 85 E. Baltimore Ave., Lansdowne.Burial: SS. Bill Donaldson, 68, Formerly of Prospect Park and Essington Bill Donaldson, 68, of Ocala, Fla., a retired general manager, died June 3 at Legacy House in Ocala. The last game over which Swan presided as coach was, ironically, a 22-21 victory over his alma mater, Swarthmore. He went on to coach lacrosse from 1972-1986. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Marple. He was the son of the late Raymond J. and Kathryn Yeager Ellis. Support more reporting like this with a subscription to the Daily Times. She was the daughter of the late Leon Spencer Sr. and Louella Hazzard Spencer. Browse Delaware County Daily & Sunday Times obituaries, conduct other obituary searches, offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial. Swan was a member of the American Football Coaches Association, the U.S. Lacrosse Coaches Association, and the American Association of University Professors. He was past commander of the Paterson-Hause American Legion Post No. Mr. Prettyman was a lifelong resident of the township and former member of Memorial Presbyterian Church in Boothwyn. Service: A memorial service will be held at the Haverford Meeting House Saturday, June 21, at 2 p.m. Thomas Washam-Jones, 66, Former Chester residentThomas "Ray Charles" Washam-Jones, 66, a former Chester resident, died suddenly May 22 in Atlanta.Born in Chester, Mr. Washam resided in Chester most of his life before moving to Atlanta 30 years ago.Before retirement, Mr. Washam was employed with Georgia Tech in Atlanta.Mr.