January 1, 2018

Raymond E. Kegg, 95, of Kennett Square, died Saturday, Dec. 9, at Neighborhood Hospice surrounded by many of his family. He was the beloved husband of Edith “Edie” W. Kegg who predeceased him earlier. In August 2016, they celebrated 70 years of loving marriage.

Born and raised on the family farm outside of Bedford, Pa., “Ray” was the son of the late C. Franklin Kegg and Jennie Rawlings Kegg.

Ray graduated from Bedford High School in 1939 at the age of 16 and enrolled at Shippensburg State Teacher’s College where he majored in Mathematics and Science. There he met his wife-to-be, Edie. Their first date was Dec. 6, 1941, the evening before the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Ray served in the Army Signal Corps in WWII from Nov. 16, 1942, through Jan. 2, 1946, and graduated from Shippensburg in May 1946. On Aug. 17, he and Edie were married and in September he started his lifelong career as a teacher, teaching math, science and shop at Chadds Ford Junior High School. In 1954 Ray was transferred to Unionville High School after the consolidation of the two districts. He retired from UHS in 1980 after 37 years of service and, with Edie, enjoyed spending winters in their motor home in Florida through the winter of 2007.

Ray and his wife, Edie, were founding members of Willowdale Chapel where he served in many capacities such as Sunday School teacher and superintendent, and elder. Ray also was on the board of Southern Chester County Youth for Christ for many years as well as being active in many other community activities.

Ray was first and foremost a faithful and devoted follower of Jesus Christ and then a faithful, devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He enjoyed camping, playing various sports, playing the trombone, singing, woodworking, playing games, spending time with family and friends and many other activities.  Ray was a hard worker who also knew the value of having fun and enjoying life.

Ray is survived by one sister, Irene J. Growden, of Lavale, Md.; his children, Alan L. Kegg and wife Jean of Hatfield, Pa.; Joyce E. Pinkham and husband John of Middletown, N.J.; Larry R. Kegg and wife Carol of Chesapeake, Va.; Linda K. Vavro and her husband Jeff of Strongsville, Ohio; and Karen A. Hess and husband Ray of Kennett Square; 15 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by brothers C. Glenn Kegg, Chalmer C. Kegg, Ralph W. Kegg and Guy F. Kegg; and sisters Hazel H. Boettcher, Vesta V. Rosenzweig, Mabel A. Cornell and Helen M. Jones.

You are invited to join Ray’s family and friends at his Life Celebration service at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 6, at Willowdale Chapel, 675 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348. A reception will follow at the church.  Interment will be held privately.

Memorial contributions may be made to PIONEERS, Attn: account 111300, 10123 William Carey Dr., Orlando, FL 32832. Please notate Account #111300 on the memo line.

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

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

Richard E. Korenkiewicz, 76, of West Grove, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, at Neighborhood Hospice in West Chester. He was the husband of Lorraine M. Korenkiewicz, with whom he shared 52 years of marriage.

Born in Ridley Park, he was the son of the late Anthony and the late Rose (Dinski) Korenkiewicz. Mr. Korenkiewicz served our country in the Air Force.

Richard worked most of his career at Scott Paper company in Chester, as an adjuster.

He was a diehard Notre Dame and Philadelphia Eagles fan. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Over the years, he enjoyed traveling with his wife to places near and far including St. Martin, Las Vegas, and Myrtle Beach.

Survivors include in addition to his wife, three sons, David of West Grove, Don and his wife Julie of Landisville, and Tom of West Grove; one sister, Ramona Gobel and her husband Vincent of West Grove, and two grandchildren, Michael and Alyssa.

You are invited to visit with Richard’s family and friends from 2-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, at Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home (610-444-4116) 250 W. State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. A memorial service will follow at 3 p.m. Interment will be held privately.  Contributions in Richard’s memory may be made to Neighborhood Hospice 795 E. Marshall St. Suite 204 West Chester PA 19380. To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecocares.com

Daniel P. Madonna III, 78, of Kennett Square, died Friday, Dec. 29, at his home surrounded by his family. Born in West Chester, he was a son of the late Daniel P. Madonna II and the late Ella (Dwyer) Madonna; and husband to Janice (Hostetler) Madonna, with whom he shared 58 years of marriage.

Danny was a lifelong resident of Kennett Square. He and Janice owned and operated his family’s business, Madonna Custom Cleaners, then Madonna Balloons and Cakes before retiring in 1999.

During the 1970s and ‘80s, Danny volunteered in the community through his work with the Southern Chester County Rescue Association (Rescue 71), where he proudly served in the offices of secretary, president, and chief. Rescue 71 later merged services with the Kennett Fire Co. #1 and Danny was granted the honor of lifetime member distinction. He and the late Tony Talamonti co-chaired the Independence Day Celebration Committee and were instrumental in establishing fireworks displays for Kennett Square and the surrounding communities.

After retirement, Danny was known around town as the “Barber Shop Man.” He was a fixture at Burton’s Barber Shop where he helped with various tasks, distributed bubblegum to kids and contributed to lively discussions. Bob Burton and Danny met at the age of 4, and we are deeply grateful for that lifelong friendship.

As many know, Danny was the proud recipient of a heart transplant 16-and-a-half years ago. Known as “The Legend” at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, he participated in a trial through which he became the first patient to receive infusion treatments at home while waiting for his transplant.

Danny was loved by all who were fortunate enough to know him and he will not soon be forgotten. Quick-witted and always ready with a joke, a smile, and a wave hello, he was a friend to everyone – eager to share the accomplishments of his family, both big and small, with all he encountered. Danny was, above all other things, a family man.

In addition to his wife Janice, he is survived by sons Daniel P. Madonna IV and his wife Audrey of Exton, Stephen Madonna and his wife Jana of Toughkenamon; three daughters, Tina Katella and her husband Dan of Kutztown, Kim Dunn and her husband Steve of West Grove, and Stacy Madonna of Kennett Square; 12 grandchildren, Melissa, Emily, DJ, Leslie and her husband Matt, Jennifer, Jacquelyne, Joshua, Jonathan, Christopher, Kayla, David, and Matthew; one great-granddaughter, Addison; one sister, Marlene McDonough of Kennett Square; one brother, Edward J. Madonna of Philadelphia; and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend thanks to the doctors and nurses at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the staff of Neighborhood Visiting Nurses and Neighborhood Hospice for all the loving care they have provided over the years.

You are invited to visit with Danny’s family on Thursday, Jan. 4, from 2–4 p.m. and 7–9 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, Inc, (610-444-4116) 250 W. State Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Jan. 5, at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 212 Meredith Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348.  Interment immediately following at St. Patrick Cemetery.

Contributions in his memory may be made to The Clyde F. Barker Penn Transplant House, 3940 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, Attention: Kirsten King.  Please note Daniel P. Madonna, III in the memo area. To view Danny’s online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecocares.com

Betty Lou Hannum Sabbi, 75, of West Grove, died Saturday, Dec. 23, at Twin Pines Health Care Center.

Born in Coatesville, she was the daughter of the late Alfred Eshleman and the late Peggy C. Grab.

She retired after 20 years of service, as a machine operator at Pepperidge Farms in Downingtown.

She was an outstanding wife, mother as well as a friend and advocate to many.

She is survived by four sons, Whitney L. Hannum of Downingtown, , Dennis Hannum (Tammy) of Downingtown, and Cheyenne Hannum (Carolyn) of East Fallowfield, and La Rae Hannum of Goose Creek, S.C.; three daughters, Shawnee L. Schreiber (Ric) of Parkesburg, Tuesday Palmer (John) of Denver, Pa. and September Malamon (Mike) of Reinholds, Pa., and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband, Donald C. Hannum.

Her services and burial will be private.

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

Arrangements by the Foulk & Grieco Funeral Home, West Grove.

Sharon I. Roth, 61, of Lincoln University, died Sunday, Dec. 10, at her residence.

Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of Irene C. Kort Roth of Topton, Pa., and the late William D. Roth.

Sharon was a nuclear radiologist and had worked for various employers.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by one sister, Sandra M. Hurst of Carolina Shores, N.C.

Sharon’s service and burial will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the Brandywine Conservancy, PO Box 141, Chadds Ford, PA 19317.

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

Arrangements by the Foulk & Grieco Funeral Home, West Grove.