November 21, 2016 - ChaddsFordLive.com

UHS grad named Rhodes Scholar

Birmingham Township’s Meghan Shea has been named a 2017 Rhodes Scholar. She’ll attend Oxford University in England.

Shea, who graduated from Unionville High School in 2013, is currently a senior at Stanford University studying environmental systems engineering.

“I am so honored and humbled to receive this award, but more than that, I am feeling particularly thankful for all of the incredible teachers I had in the U-CF school district,” she said. “I am so lucky to have had a network of educators who challenged me, inspired me, helped me grow, and nurtured my love of the ocean even in land-locked Pennsylvania.”

Shea will be going after a master’s of philosophy in nature, society and environmental governance, which she said is an interdisciplinary environmental program grounded in the social sciences. She hopes that it will complement her engineering degree.

Unionville-Chadds Ford School district Superintendent John Sanville said he’s not surprised to learn of Shea’s success.

“The fact that everywhere Meghan goes success follows is no accident. She is an extremely talented young lady that we are proud to call our own” Sanville said.

Before attending Stanford, Shea developed methods for water filtration and oil spill bioremediation; since then, she has reported on small-island developing states and their climate change resiliency. She plays in Stanford’s steel pan drumming group.

While still in high school, Shea won a silver medal at the Delaware valley Science Fair. One of the prizes was an all-expense paid trip to the 62nd Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, Calif. to compete against 1500 students from 65 countries. Her project was “The Effect of Nitrogen, Sulfur, and Phosphorous Compounds on Bioremediation of Oil Spills by Pseudomonas fluorescens and Bascillus subtilis.

She developed an interest in the ocean while still in elementary school and she attended summer camps at John Hopkins to study biology and to Hawaii to study oceanography.

According to its press release, Rhodes Scholar applicants must be endorsed by their college or university. They are then chosen based on criteria set down in the Will of Cecil Rhodes. Those criteria include academic excellence, having great personal energy, ambition for impact, and an ability to work with others and to achieve one’s goals. Additionally, a Rhodes Scholar should be committed to making a strong difference for good in the world, be concerned for the welfare of others, and be conscious of inequities. A Rhodes Scholar must also “show great promise of leadership.”

(Full disclosure: Meghan Shea is the daughter of Chaddsfordlive.com’s Kathy Brady Shea and her husband Peter Shea.)

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Marshall E. Strey of Avondale

Obituaries

Marshall E. Strey, 79, of Avondale, died Saturday, Nov. 19, at Ware Presbyterian Village. He was the husband of Toni Buchheit Strey, with whom he shared 52 years of marriage.

Born in Columbus, Wis., he was the son of the late Edwin A. and Marcella Tall Strey.

He was a certified public accountant, with Deloitte, in several different locations, lastly in Nashville, Tenn. He retired after 43 years of service.

Mr. Strey was a member of St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Church in Avondale.

He was a life long Cubs and Packers fan. He was involved in various community activities, wherever he lived.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Douglas Strey and his wife Tricia of Suffern, N.Y.; one daughter, Holly Blake and her husband David of Newark, and five grandchildren, Caitlyn Blake, Kelly Blake, Brendan Strey, Allison Strey and Lindsay Strey.

You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 at St Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Church, 8910 Gap Newport Pike (Route 41) in Avondale. His funeral mass will follow. Burial will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers. a contribution may be made to St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Church, Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 709, Avondale, or to Little Sisters of the Poor, 185 Salem Church Road, Newark, DE 19713

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

Arrangements by the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, Kennett Square.

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Thomas G. Gaspar of Kennett Square

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Thomas G. Gaspar, 82, of Kennett Square, died Friday, Nov. 18. He was the husband of Katherine Lukats Gaspar, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage.

Born in Budapest, Hungary he was the son of the late Joseph and the late Juliana (Springer) Gaspar. As a young man, he was a proud Scout Master and was one of the Freedom Fighters who sought to resist the Soviet occupation of Hungary. Like many others, he was captured and jailed. He spent four years in a political prison. Upon his release he was able to escape to the West. He came to California where he attended the University of California, Berkeley. He received his master’s degree from the Thunderbird School of Global Management. He was a supporter and past vice president of the American-Hungarian Foundation.

Thomas then began a long career with Merck Sharp and Dohme where he became the executive director for the International Division. Upon his retirement in 1989, he started his own consulting company, Product Line Management International in New Jersey. Most recently he was president of Morning Star Coffee Inc. in West Chester.

In addition to his wife Katherine, survivors include one daughter, Leslie Streitwieser and her husband Charles of Kennett Square, and three grandchildren, Sophie, Charles, and Henry.

You are invited to visit with Thomas’ family and friends from 9-10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 233 West Gay Street, West Chester, PA 19380. His Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10. Interment will be in Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Cemetery in Wilmington. Contributions in his memory may be made to Boy Scout Troop 22 c/o Unionville Presbyterian Church, 812 Wollaston Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348. Arrangements are by Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-444-4116) of Kennett Square. To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visitwww.griecocares.com

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Men’s health in ‘Movember’

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Five Things You Need to Know About Men’s Health in Movember. It’s not just the ‘stashe. Many men will grow mustaches during the month of November to celebrate Movember and raise awareness of men’s health issues.

Movember is a glorious time of year for any man who’s been longing to grow a mustache without suffering the backlash from family, friends and significant others. But Movember is about much more than facial hair. It’s the one time of year we should all reflect on the issues that affect men’s health and formulate a plan to improve and maintain it. If you’re a man or have a man in your life that you want to keep healthy, take a look at these potentially surprising men’s health facts and advice on how you can take action to improve them.

Men Experience Depression, Too
Although women are more than twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression, men suffer from the disease as well, particularly those between the ages of 40 and 59. This age group suffers the highest rates of depression among men, likely because they are juggling the pressures of family, children and career. You may be experiencing depression if you’ve lost interest in things you used to love doing, feel sad or helpless, or find yourself drinking more than usual. If you recognize any of these signs, it’s time to reach out to get help.87 Men Take Their Own Lives Every Day in the United States

Sadly, many men ignore the signs of depression until it’s too late. Depression can distort your thinking and make you feel like there is no solution to your problems. It’s common for men to want to handle issues on their own, but this can be a recipe for disaster when it comes to your mental health. Keep in mind that depression is a disease, not a weakness, and seeking the help that you need is actually a sign of strength.

Testicular Cancer Is the Most Common Cancer Among Young Men
When you’re young and healthy, cancer is probably one of the last things on your mind. However, it’s something to be aware of, since testicular cancer is the most common cancer among men aged 15 to 34. Unfortunately, about 380 men in the United States will die this year from testicular cancer, and thousands more will need treatment and surgery. Your best defense is a good offense – checking your testicles regularly for suspicious lumps and bumps will help you discover problems early.One

American Man Dies from Prostate Cancer Every 19 Minutes
Your prostate is located below your bladder and produces fluid that protects and enriches sperm. Prostate cancer, if left untreated, can spread to other parts of your body. The scary part about this disease is that you may not experience any symptoms. You may be more likely to develop prostate cancer if you have certain risk factors, such as advancing age, a family history of prostate cancer, or if you are of black African or Afro-Caribbean descent. If you’re in one of these categories and experience changes in your urinary or sexual function, it’s time to talk to your doctor.

Nearly 75% of Men Could Stand to Lose a Few Pounds
Roughly three out of four men in the United States are overweight, and 35 percent are obese. Carrying around extra weight puts you at increased risk for a variety of health problems, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke, cancer and liver problems. Your best strategy for battling the bulge is to get moving. Increasing the amount you exercise to the recommended 150 minutes per week (30 minutes, five days per week) will help you shed the excess weight.Movember is a great time to refocus on these issues, but it has to last longer than just this month. Make the commitment now to take care of your health and wellbeing for the next month, next year, and the rest of your life

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