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Angelo J. Perrone, 56, of Newark, died Friday, March 23 doing what he loved to do, playing Frisbee golf.
Born in Wilmington, he was the son of the late Albert Perrone Sr. and the late May Lou Regener Perrone.
Angelo worked for the U.S. Postal Service in New Castle, for more than 30 years.
He enjoyed being with his family and friends, Frisbee golf, motorcycles, a variety of sports and playing his guitar.
He was a member of the Four Seasons Motorcycle Club.
Angelo is survived by his siblings, Albert Perrone Jr. of Newark, and his children, Lauren and Jeffrey, Anthony Perrone and his wife Margie of Waterford, Conn., and their children, Richard, Mindy and Anthony, Jr., Mary Jean Callahan and her husband Brian of Warwick, Md., and their children, Felicia, Brian Jr. and Olivia, Arthur Perrone and his wife Cheryl of Avondale, and their children, Arthur Jr., Alexis and Andrew; his girlfriend Donna Painter of New Castle, her two children Ashley and Brian and four grandchildren. He is also survived by eight great-nephews.
He was predeceased by one brother, Andrew Perrone.
You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 30, and again from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 31, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street, Kennett Square. His Funeral service will follow at 11. Burial will be in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Route 82, Kennett Square.
To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecocares.com
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Training for a run is fun, exhilarating—and if you’re a newcomer, potentially daunting. It may be a race, but Crozer-Keystone Health System’s sports medicine specialists recommend, above all, taking it slow.
That starts with knowing your own medical history and level of fitness. Anyone who’s planning to start running and might have risk factors or a family history for heart disease should be seen by a primary care physician or sports medicine doctor before they start.
It’s also important to choose a race that’s manageable for your own fitness level—sticking with a mile run or 5K if you’re just starting out and avoiding highly competitive, intense events like muddy obstacle runs unless you’re efficiently cross-trained.
Warm Up and Cool Down
Warming-up, whether it’s a brisk walk or stretching, is essential before doing any kind of run. Try about five to ten minutes. Plan to spend some time stretching major muscle groups such as quads, calves and hamstrings. You can also do some core work such as crunches or planks, which will help you to maintain your running form. Allow the same amount of time to cool down after the run with a walk and more stretching if needed.
Build a Plan
Create a training plan that allows for a gradual build of endurance and speed – increasing by no more than 10 percent of either your distance or speed each week. Start with the distance that you’re comfortable with and don’t overdo it. Build up your endurance over weeks and not days.
In general, stay within your target heart rate range (220 minus your age x 0.7) when training and keep a pace where you can maintain a conversation. If you’re just starting out, it may be beneficial to take a recovery day or cross-train between runs with activities like biking or swimming.
Dress Appropriately
Wear layers in the cold weather and strip them off as your body heats up, taking care to protect against frostbite on the ears and nose. If traveling to a higher altitude for a race, be sure to give yourself time to acclimate.
Be advised that one running shoe does not fit all, especially when it comes to running. Pay attention to finding the proper footwear. Too often, people with high arches or flat feet are wearing the wrong kind of shoe and they end up with stress fractures and overuse injuries. If you have high arches you need low-construct, soft shoes, and if you have flat feet, you’re going to need motion-control running shoes.
Eat Right and Stay Hydrated
Don’t eat a big meal before a run, and limit intake to light, easily digestible carbohydrates. However, make sure you get adequate protein during the rest of the day when you’re training.
Always make sure you are well hydrated, and even more so in hot weather. You should never exercise in the middle of a 95-degree, 95-percent humidity day. Go first thing in the morning or when the sun has gone down.
When you finally get to that starting line, take a deep breath and stay calm. Have a goal pace in mind and try not to go too fast too soon. It’s much better to start slower and finish stronger.
Crozer-Keystone Health System’s physicians, specialists and advanced practitioners are committed to improving the health of our community through patient-centered, quality care across a full continuum of health services. Crozer Brinton Lake is Crozer-Keystone’s comprehensive outpatient care facility in western Delaware County, offering primary care, specialty services, outpatient surgery and advanced cancer treatment. Contact us: 300 Evergreen Drive, Glen Mills, PA 19342 http://www.crozerkeystone.org/Brinton-Lake 1-855-254-7425
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Kathleen Marie Corby (nee DiFilippo), 64, of Kennett Square, died March 22 at Chester County Hospital following a year-long battle with cancer.
Born on March 24, in West Chester, she was the daughter of Michael J. and Grace Neidlein DiFilippo.
She was the loving wife of Nicholas D. Corby, Jr, with whom she shared 36 years of marriage.
She is survived by a son, Nicholas D. Corby, III, and his wife Patricia Corby (nee Furlong), and grandchildren to Cole and Claire Corby of Downingtown. In addition, she is survived by a brother, Albert M. DiFilippo and his wife Ruth of Rehoboth, Del., sisters Michele DiFilippo of Kennett Square, JoAnne Tighe of Avondale, and was predeceased by her brother Thomas DiFilippo. She was a loving aunt to Stephanie Murray, Kristen DiFilippo, Matthew DiFilippo, Jamie Allen, Jessica DiFilippo, Ashley Sweeney, Joseph Tighe, David Frampton, Elizabeth Ann “Nan” Frampton, Joyce Walters, Christopher Frampton, Ginger Madonna, Daniel Frampton, Justin Corby, Bennett Corby and Mary Catherine Corby. She was also the great aunt to eight.
Kathy called Kennett Square home for her entire life. She graduated from Kennett High School in 1973 and went on to work at several local businesses. She was a Personal Care Assistant at Friends Home in Kennett Square for the past 10 years. Her main joy in life was spending time with and taking care of her family and her residents at Friends Home. She also enjoyed rides in the country with her husband, fashion, shopping for stylish clothes, shoes and bags, and her vacations to Ocean City, Md., with special friends.
You may visit with her family and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27, and again from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, at Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 W. State Street in Kennett Square. Her Funeral service will follow at 11. Burial will be held at St. Patrick’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Kathy’s memory to Friends Home, 147 W. State St., Kennett Square, PA 19348.
To view her online tribute and to share a memory with her family, please visit www.griecocares.com
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Gregory S. Doss, 37, of West Grove, died Monday, March 19. Born in West Chester, he was a son of Stanley A. and Donna (Swayne) Doss of West Grove.
Greg was a 1999 graduate of Avon Grove High School and The Chester County Area Vocational Technical School. Greg was a mechanic for many years. Not only was it his career, it was his passion. Greg loved spending time with his sons Austin and Mason, doing anything outdoors, especially when it involved dirt. He loved riding his ATV, the mountains, the beach and fishing.
Survivors include in addition to his parents, two sons, Austin Doss and Mason Doss both of West Grove; one brother, Daniel A. Doss and his wife Alicia of Peach Bottom; one sister, Hollie M Doss of Honey Brook, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews.
You are invited to visit with Greg’s family and friends from 9-11 a.m. Friday, March 30, at Christ Church at the Grove, 1986 Newark Road Lincoln University, PA 19352. A memorial service celebrating his life will follow at 11. Interment will be held privately.
Arrangements are being handled by Foulk & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-869-2685) of West Grove. To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecocares.com
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Starting at the end of March, the Chadds Ford Historical Society’s popular Escape Brandywine historic Escape Room experience will now be open every Saturday. Additional dates have been added for spring break, which includes Wednesday, March 28th – Saturday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 4 – Saturday, April 7. 
Designed like other popular escape room games, Escape Brandywine places players in the roles of spies on the eve of the Battle of Brandywine. Players are charged with finding Gen. Howe’s battle plans that have been hidden in the Chads House. They then need to escape the house to bring the plans to General Washington. Using real Revolutionary War spy techniques, codes and cyphers, players will have 60 minutes to solve puzzles that will allow them to locate the plans and escape the house. No previous knowledge of history or the Battle of Brandywine is required to participate.
Escape rooms started in Asia in 2007. Based on popular video adventure games, escape room popularity grew quickly and spread to other countries around the world. By 2016 there were over 1,500 escape rooms in the U.S. with more being opened every month.
“We think Escape Brandywine is going to be an amazing way to interact with the historic Chads House and immerse yourself in history,” said CFHS Executive Director, Mike Connolly. “While they are having fun, people will also be learning about the British strategy for the Battle of Brandywine and using actual 18th-century espionage techniques. What makes our escape room different than others is that it is heavily based on history and takes place in an authentic 18th-century building that was right in the midst of the Battle of Brandywine. It’s not a fabricated theme room like most commercial escape rooms. You will really feel like you are in 1777.”
It’s also a great team-building experience for employees of local businesses. According to Connolly, “Escape rooms require players to be logical, creative and collaborative to win the game. Players need to work well as a team – communicating well and working respectfully together. Escape Brandywine will be a great offsite activity for local businesses, and we plan to market the program to them.”
If you go:
Escape Brandywine is designed for groups of up to 8 people to play at a time so is an ideal activity for a day out with friends, a birthday party experience, or a way to meet new people. Because Escape Brandywine is a moderately difficult escape room with challenging puzzles the Society recommends it for ages 16 and above. Advance tickets are $28.00 per person and are on sale now through the Society’s website, www.chaddsfordhistory.org. Availability is limited.
Groups may inquire about scheduling Escape Brandywine adventures outside of the dates above by calling the Chadds Ford Historical Society at 610-388-7376 or emailing info@chaddsfordhistory.org. Escape Brandywine can be combined with the use of the Society’s Visitors Center Meeting Room for a truly special event or corporate outing. Additional fees may apply.
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