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John P. Cook of West Grove

John P. Cook, 98, died March 1 in West Grove whilst in the care of his daughters. He was a faithful husband and father and a loyal servant to his country. He loved his family and his country.

John was born June 11, 1919 in Rochester, N.Y. He was raised by his beloved Grandmother Sharpe. He had said, “Grandmother brought me up and the military finished the job.” He was a man of honor and sacrifice.

John joined the Navy in October 1936. John served in both the Navy and through WWII in the Air Force.

John Pershing Cook and Margaret Oveda Simpkins were united faithfully in love and holy matrimony on Nov. 15, 1947 in Wilmington, Ohio. They together raised a loving family.

John was a humble man that served others without looking or wanting to get any credit for his quiet unwavering love and dedication. A man one can model their life after. He loved trees, bowling, bridge and chess, the simplicity of hard work and the satisfaction of making his family giggle at every turn. He is and will be undoubtedly within our hearts for all time.

John is survived by his beloved wife, Oveda, and his daughters Carolyn and husband Jim Ryan, Rebecca Dripps as well as Sandra and her husband Martin Brophy. John and Oveda’s grandchildren: Hilary, Christopher, John and Ben, Rachel and Kirstin as well as great-grandchildren: Ella, Hudson, Charlie, Sam, Emily and Logan.

His memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 3 at the West Grove Presbyterian Church, 139 West Evergreen St, West Grove, PA 19390.

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

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

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Jose Ortiz Flores of Oxford

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Jose Ortiz Flores, 74, of Oxford, died Monday, March 5, 2018, at Neighborhood Hospice, West Chester. He was the husband of Teresa Ayllon Jacome.

Born in Pachuquilla, Almoloya de Alquisiras, Mexico, he was the son of the late Manuel Ortiz and the late Angelina Flores.

He was a mushroom picker and Phillips Mushroom in Oxford.

Jose enjoyed working and being with his family and friends.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Horacio Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford, Mario Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford, and Juan Alberto Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford; four daughters, Adela Ortiz Ayllon of Mexico, Araceli Ortiz Ayllon of Mexico, Leticia Ortiz Ayllon o f Oxford, and Rosa Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford; one brother, Salomon Ortiz Flores of Nottingham; four sisters, Elvia Ortiz Florez, Adelina Ortiz Flores, Juana Luisa Flores and Maria Graciela Ortiz Flores, and 10 grandchildren.

You are invited to visit with his family from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 13, at St. Rocco’s Catholic Church, 313 Sunny Dell Road, Avondale, PA. His funeral mass will follow at 7. Burial will be in Mexico.

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

Arrangements by the Cleveland & Grieco Funeral Home, Avondale.

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Around Town March 8

Along the Ford

La-Piña-ribbon-cutting — David and Fay Steiger, center, prepare to cut the ribbon to officially open La Piña Valley Cantina. With them are Concord Township Councilmen John Crossan, far left, and Dominic Pileggi, far right.

• There’s a new restaurant in town. La Piña Valley Cantina had a soft opening in February, but held its ribbon-cutting on Friday, March 2. La Piña owners David and Fay Steiger said the restaurant — at 96 Wilmington Pike (Route 202) in the Garnet Valley Plaza — is a modern Mexican restaurant with a tequila/ mescal bar featuring 70 different brands. It’s open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Fay Steiger said prices range from $2 to $28. La Piña is Spanish for the pineapple, an item prominently featured in the menu. Visit http://lapinacantina.com/

• This year’s annual Camp Cadet Golf Classic is scheduled for Monday, June 6 at the Whitford Country Club in Exton. The golf outing benefits Camp Cadet, a summer camp designed to help foster good relations between youth and police.

The Rogues will perform at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Oxford on April 14.

• The Friends Folk Club is sponsoring the appearance of the Celtic band, The Rogues on Saturday, April 14 at 8 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring nonperishable food items which will be donated to the local area food cupboards. Tickets are $15 and will be available at the door. Children 12 and under are free. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church 116 Lancaster Pike Oxford, PA 19363.

Color the Runway 5K to benefit the United Way of Chester County’s Financial Stability Center is April 29.

• It’s time to color the runway, at least it will be on April 29. That’s the date for the fifth annual United Way Color 5K Run and Walk. The event is geared for everyone between the ages of 3 and 93 and gives participants the opportunity to walk the runway at Brandywine Airport to benefit the United Way of Chester County’s Financial Stability Center. To register, visit www.runwayfun.org. For more information, phone 610-429-9400 or go to www.ColorTheRunway.org

• The 76^th running of the Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point is Sunday, April 1 at the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s Myrick Center on Route 842. Gates open at a10 a.m. and the first race is at 11. General admission is $20 per carload. For more information, go to www.brandywineredclay.org.

• The 69th annual Chadds Ford Elementary School Art Sale and Show is Friday and Saturday, March 16 and 17 at the school. Artists from the Brandywine Valley and beyond display and sell their art in an array of mediums to satisfy every taste and budget, and 30 percent of sale prices go to the school PTO for school projects. This year’s featured artist is plein air impressionist Jaclyn Beam. The donating artist is Kathy Ruck. The Friday, March 16 reception is from 7-10 p.m. and is for adults only.

• Unionville High School presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic Broadway musical, “The King & I,” with performances on March 15, 16 and 17 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.showtix4u.com for $12. Tickets at the door are $14 adults/$12 students and senior citizens. Performances will be at Unionville High School, 750 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348.

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Adopt-a-Pet for March 8

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Charcoal IMG_7179 — Adopt-a-Pet for March 8

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester.

Charcoal

Large and in charge is the perfect way to describe Charcoal; he’s a big guy with an even bigger personality. This handsome 10-year old knows just what he wants — all your attention, all to himself. He would do best in a home without other cats or small children because of this. He also asks to be groomed regularly to keep his beautiful coat nice and fresh. This handsome guy can be adopted for a fee you name through Sunday, March 11.

Trixie

Trixie is a sweet as pie senior, but age has never been an issue for her. She loves going for walks and hanging out by your side, and she’s a great cuddler, too. Trixie will never fail to entertain with her silly howls and noises she uses to get your attention. She is great around children and would prefer to be the only dog, but she’s open to living with the right one. This 12-year old can be adopted for a fee you name through Sunday, March 11.

For more information, go to www.bvspca.org or phone 610-692-6113.

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