April 24, 2018

Margaret Forsythe Baker, 91, died Sunday, April 22. Known to her friends and family as Peg, she demonstrated her interest in social justice through her active involvement in a variety of community programs in the Kennett Square area. A few of these included, After the Bell, Bridging and the Kennett Area Food Cupboard. An avid Scrabble player, her favorite word was “Empathy” which she showed daily.

A math major, Peg graduated from Rutgers Douglass College. Preceded in death by her husband, Carlton Baker and daughter Barbara Ann Baker. She is survived by her two children, Joan Castleman and John Baker, their spouses William Castleman and Mary Baker, four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.

A long-time member of Kennett Friends Meeting, Peg served on multiple committees. A focus of her service was advocating for at-risk populations. Her hobbies included participating in multiple activities at Jenner’s Pond Retirement Community. Peg’s humor, wisdom and lemon squares will be missed.

A celebration of Peg’s life is planned for June.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kennett Square Area Food Cupboard. 136 W Cedar St., Kennett Square, PA 19348

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.

Sara Elizabeth White, 24, of Kennett Square, died Sunday, April 22, at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of Andrew M. and Margaret (Smith) White.

Sara loved all types of music, but especially the Irish group Celtic Women and music from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. She also loved shopping and her favorite cartoon shows were the Muppets and Fraggles. In her short life, Sara inspired all who knew and loved her. Her impact will be felt for years to come, and she will not be forgotten. 

Survivors include in addition to her parents, her paternal grandmother, Barbara White of Massena, N.Y. and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Thomas C. and Betty H. Smith. 

You are invited to visit with Sara’s family and friends from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, April 28, at Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-444-4116) 250 W. State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. Her life celebration service will follow at 11 a.m. Interment will be held privately. Contributions in her memory may be made to her gofundme page at https://www.gofundme.com/SaraWhiteMemorialFund To view Sara’s online tribute and to share a memory with her family, please visit www.griecocares.com

Margaret Ann O’Sullivan, 18, of Kennett Square, died Friday, April 20, at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, N.C. from complications due to a flu-like virus.

Born in Norwalk, Conn., she was the daughter of Joseph S. and Cheryl (Szabaday) O’Sullivan. Maggie was a proud 2017 graduate of Kennett High School where she was a National Honor Society member, class treasurer, Junior Prom queen, and participated in the Feminist Club, marching band, swim and softball teams among many other activities.  She was about to finish her freshman year at Wake Forest where she was a Dean’s List student a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority.

Maggie was a ray of sunshine and activist who fought for equality and acceptance for all. She was loved by those who were fortunate enough to know her and will not be forgotten.

Survivors include her parents, her brother PJ O’Sullivan a junior at Dartmouth College, her grandmothers, Roberta J. O’Sullivan of Kennett Square; and Lina Dolores Mattiello of Mahwah, N.J.; two aunts, Jane O’Sullivan of Lome, Togo, West Africa and Sara O’Sullivan of Manhattan, N.Y. and one uncle Doug Szabaday of Midland Park, N.J. Maggie is also missed by her extended family including Aunts, Uncles, and cousins and her dear, dear friends both at home and at Wake Forest.

You are invited to visit with Maggie’s family and friends from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Sunday, April 29, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-444-4116) 250 W. State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. Her mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Monday, April 30, at St. Patrick Catholic Church 212 Meredith St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. Interment will be in St. Patrick Cemetery in Kennett Square.

Cheryl and Joe will host a celebration of Maggie’s life on Friday, June 15th at 4 p.m. at their home in Kennett Square. If Maggie touched your life, you are welcome to join us. We would love to hear your stories and memories.

In lieu of any food or flowers, memorial donations may be made to Friends of Music.  We will use any funds received to create an award for a graduating student in Maggie’s honor.  This student will hold the same qualities that exemplified Maggie and her love of life, friendship, and ability to always lift and support those around her.  It will be named the Maggie O’Sullivan Ray of Light Award.  If you wish to donate, please make checks payable to Friends of Music and mail to the Kennett High School at 100 E South Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348.  If there are any questions, please contact Kristi Skross Morgan at kdskross@gmail.com.

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