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Elwood ”Tony” D. Darone of Kennett Square

Elwood ”Tony” D. Darone, 67, of Kennett Square, died Wednesday, April 27.

Born in West Chester, he was the son of Hazel Darone Smith of Kennett Square.

Tony was a night watchman at Kendal-Crosslands in Kennett Square, for more than 20 years.

He was a member of the Avondale Fire Co. He enjoyed model trains, reading and spending time at the firehouse.

Tony was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the U.S. Air Force from 1969 to 1973. He was stationed in both Thailand and Vietnam.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by one brother, Robert Combs and his wife Judy of Troutdale, Va.; three sisters, Pamela Roten and her husband William of Williamstown, , Karen Roark of Avondale, and Crystal Baker of West Grove, , and many nieces and nephews.

Tony was predeceased by one brother, Joseph Darone.

You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street in Kennett Square. His funeral service will follow at 1. Burial will be in Union Hill Cemetery, Route 82, in Kennett Square.

In memory of Tony, a contribution may be made to the Avondale Fire Co., 23 Firehouse Way, Avondale, PA 19311

To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecocares.com

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Chesco advocates ‘Walk in My Shoes’

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For May’s National Mental Health Awareness Month, Chester County is inviting the public to “Walk in My Shoes.”

That is the theme of this year’s observance, which will be marked with activities aimed at increasing the public’s awareness and understanding about mental health and recovery. The Chester County’s Department of Mental Health/Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (MH/IDD) is collaborating with stakeholders throughout the area to offer a wide range of opportunities for learning and enrichment, according to a county press release.

The recognition for mental health awareness will start on Tuesday, May 3, when the Chester County Board of Commissioner issues a proclamation in support of National Mental Health Awareness Month at its Sunshine meeting. Members of the local mental health community will accept the proclamation and share their experiences at the public meeting.

Also on Tuesday, May 3, the first of five free Mental Health First-Aid classes will begin. This internationally acclaimed eight-hour public education program is designed to teach all citizens how to assist someone who may be developing a mental health concern or a crisis. Since the program began in Chester County in July 2014, more than 1,000 residents have been certified as Mental Health First-Aiders.

Another free learning opportunity this month is the two-hour QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention training. Two QPR classes will be offered to the general public, in addition to two offered to Chester County employees as part of the county’s wellness program.

A Community Conversation about Mental Health will be held at the Phoenixville Senior Center on Monday, May 16, at 12:45 PM. This event is designed to be a catalyst for individuals to begin a dialogue, and feel more comfortable talking about the topic. The public is invited to attend.

Many other activities have been planned to celebrate and recognize the achievements of individuals using Chester County’s mental health services. Those who are involved in mental health programs may participate in a photo contest or submit writing samples using “Walk in My Shoes” theme. Some mental health programs are participating in a volunteer challenge and others are participating in musical events.

Additional information about all of these activities can be found at www.chesco.org/mhidd, or at the Government Services Center lobby display during May.

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Jazz-blues trio to take stage at Darlington

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The Christopher Davis-Shannon Trio, a blues and jazz group, will perform on Saturday, May 7, as part of the Darlington Arts Center’s Coffee House Concert Series.

The concert will begin with an opening performance by Duo Festivo, a piano ensemble featuring two Darlington teaching artists, followed by the Christopher Davis-Shannon Trio at 8 p.m., according to a Darlington press release.

Davis-Shannon’s music is the essence of honest simplicity. Bringing together influences ranging from Fats Waller to Muddy Waters, the Philadelphia native creates an atmosphere that will instantly transport you back to jazz and blues clubs of the early 20th century. Not content with being called a traditionalist, he forges ahead with his own modern take on timeless classics, weaving together a sound that is enjoyed by both young and old, the release said.

A modern vagabond, Davis-Shannon has toured the world as a performer on stages from New Zealand to New Orleans, from Las Vegas to New York City. At the young age of 29, he has had the pleasure to share the stage with such greats as Pete Seeger and Franny Beecher of Bill Haley and His Comets and is at home playing a house concert for five people or playing at a 2,500 seat theatre, according to his website.

Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for members and include free coffee, tea, and desserts. All Coffee House Concerts are BYOB. Advance ticket purchase is recommended by calling 610-358-3632 or ordering online at www.darlingtonarts.org.

Other upcoming Coffee House Concerts include a rescheduled performance by Cristian Perez on Saturday, June 4. Shows will resume in the fall after a summer break.

The Darlington Arts Center is a nonprofit community arts center with classes, lessons and workshops in music, art, dance, and drama for all ages, serving over 4,000 residents annually. It is conveniently located at 977 Shavertown Road in Garnet Valley, with easy access to Routes 1 and 202. For more information, please visit www.darlingtonarts.org or call 610-358-3632.

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Mariano Zavala Bedolla of Kennett Square

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Mariano Zavala Bedolla, 82, of Kennett Square, died Wednesday, April 27, at Neighborhood Hospice. He was the husband of Maria Natividad Lara.

Born in Pamaseo, Moroleon, GTO, Mexico, he was the son of the late Ciro Zavala and Maria Bedolla.

Mariano worked as a mushroom packer at Basciani Foods, Avondale, until his retirement.

He was a member of St. Rocco’s Catholic Church.

He enjoyed working in his garden, watching TV, playing with his parakeet and being with his family and friends,

In addition to his wife, he survived by 10 sons, Ciro Zavala Lara. Miguel Zavala Lara, Efrain Zavala Lara, Jaime Zavala Lara, Santos Zavala Lara, Artemio Zavala Lara, Mariano Zavala Lara, Alfonso Zavala Lara, Nicolas Zavala Lara and Juan Carlos Zavala Lara; two daughters, Maria Socorro Zavala Lara and Patricia Zavala Lara,five brothers, 37 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, at St. Rocco Catholic Church, 333 Sunny Dell Road in Avondale. His funeral mass will follow at 7. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday, May 6, at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Route 82 in Kennett Square.

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com

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Planting season a time for extra road patience

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Spring not only brings out leaves and blossoms on trees but also slow-moving farm equipment on area roads.

On the heels of Rural Roads Safety Week, the Chester-Delaware County Farm Bureau wants to remind area residents to exercise caution and wait for an appropriate opportunity to pass the vehicles safely.

The bureau explained in a press release that smaller farms often cannot afford the specialized equipment to cultivate and plant their fields. As a result, they rely on contract farmers who have the appropriate equipment and take it from one farm to another, often slowly.

According to PennDOT’s crash data, 100 crashes involved farm equipment in 2015, including 65 injuries and two fatalities, the release said.

Farmers are legally allowed to operate farm equipment on state roads, but they must display the slow-moving vehicle (SMV) emblem – an orange colored triangle with a red border – on the rear of all vehicles or equipment that travel at speeds of 25 mph or less, the release said.

“Just as major highways and bypasses allow traffic to keep flowing throughout and around urban centers, rural roads are the major and often times, the only connectors for agriculture and residents and those areas to interact with markets, businesses and opportunities,” Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said in the release.

Redding also reminded everyone of the importance of being aware and safe when travelling on rural roads and of the significance of agriculture to the whole state.

Peak times for farmers occur in the spring as farmers drill the 29,000 acres of corn, 15,000 acres of soybeans and 38,000 of forage crops produced in Chester County each year. Further farm operations are needed to apply crop protection chemicals as needed and harvest hay during the summer and corn and soybeans in the fall, the release said.

The Chester-Delaware County Farm Bureau is a voluntary organization that works to advance the interests of agriculture and rural communities by working with policy makers at state and federal levels. It serves 7,800 members and is affiliated with the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau Federation.

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