December 19, 2018 - ChaddsFordLive.com

Lynnore P. Compton of Chadds Ford

Lynnore P. Compton, 60, of Chadds Ford, died Monday, Dec. 17, at her home. She was the wife of Earle A. Compton, with whom she shared 31 years of marriage.

Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of Rose and the late Joseph Pizzirusso. Lynnore graduated summa cum laude from Millersville University where she received a bachelor’s of science degree in computer science and received her master’s in business administration from Widener University. She worked for many years at Scott Paper Co. and enjoyed the community at Radley Run Country Club.

She was very devoted to her family and friends and a champion for disabled children. She was known for her generous spirit and desire to help others in every aspect of her life. She was the epitome incarnate of the Maya Angelou quote, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

In addition to her husband and mother, Lynnore is survived by her sons: Brett and Scott; siblings: Diane Hoover, Joseph Pizzirusso and Douglas Pizzirusso; and a broad extended family.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 21, at St. Cornelius Church, 160 Ridge Rd., Chadds Ford, PA 19317.

There will be a viewing from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20, at Founds Funeral Home, Inc., 229 S. High St., West Chester, PA 19382. Interment will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to METAVIVOR [MetastaticBreast CancerAwareness, Research, and Support] (http://www.metavivor.org/) Condolences may be made by visiting:www.foundsfuneralhome.com.

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Anne Irwin Hicks, formerly of Kennett Square

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Anne Irwin Hicks, 92, formerly of Kennett Square, died Thursday, Dec. 13, after suffering from a major stroke. She was without pain and surrounded by loving family.

She was born on Nov. 20, 1926, in Chadds Ford. Anne Hicks owned Meadow Springs Farm in Kennett Square with her late husband, John L. Hicks from the 1940s to 2000. The family dairy farm later became a well known B&B, where guests came from around the world.

Anne touched the lives of many with her generosity and kindness.

Her family and friends were her pride and joy. Anne raised five children on the farm: three sons, John Langley Hicks (deceased), Robert Chandler Hicks (Iowa) and William Evans Hicks (Kennett Square); two daughters, Sissy Phyllis Hicks (Vermont) and Deborah Hicks Axelrod (deceased); brothers, Robert Irwin (PA), Chandler Irwin (deceased), and Andrew Irwin (deceased); nine grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5, at the Unionville Presbyterian Church, 815 Wollaston Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348, with hors-d’oeuvres and refreshments to follow at the Hicks Bros. shop, 140 East Doe Run Road, Kennett Square.

Interment will be private. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.foundsfuneralhome.com.

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ChesCo hands out naloxone medication

Along the Ford

Staff from Chester County’s Department of Drug & Alcohol Services and the Health Department gave away nearly 500 doses of naloxone last week, as part of a state-wide Naloxone Giveaway Day for any county residents requesting the drug.

Two distribution sites were set up at the Chester County Government Services Center in West Chester and at the County’s Public Safety Training Campus in South Coatesville. The event was part of the State’s “Stop Overdoses in PA: Get Help Now” campaign to increase awareness of, and access to the lifesaving medication which reverses opioid (prescription painkillers, fentanyl and heroin) overdoses.

Commissioners’ Chair Michelle Kichline joined county staff in handing out the medication. “Last year, Chester County lost 144 lives to accidental drug overdoses, which is devastating,” said Kichline. “We are working together – and will continue to work together – to find real solutions to the opioid epidemic, and access to naloxone is a key part of that. This medication saves lives and helps us to guide someone who is suffering from an opioid use disorder into treatment and recovery. Without it in the hands of many county residents, the number of lives lost could be even greater.”

Chester County remains committed to tackling the opioid and heroin epidemic through intensive prevention, education, treatment and law enforcement measures, and has an established Overdose Prevention Task Force. To learn more about treatment services and other resources in Chester County, or to get involved in the Task Force, go to the Overdose Prevention Task Force website, StopODChesco.org. For more information on opioids, providing community education and additional resources, download the Chester County Department of Drug and Alcohol Services Opioid Epidemic Community Tool Kit, here.

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Police Log Dec. 19: Assault, crashes, thefts

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Pennsylvania State Police

• Police said two motorists were injured and sent to Paoli Hospital following a Dec. 13 accident on Route 202 at Oakland Road in Chadds Ford. According to the report, 69-year-old Peggy S. Conway, of West Chester, was driving north on Route 202 when she began making a left turn across traffic onto Oakland, but she struck another car heading south on 202. Conway was cited, police said.

• A 39-year-old man was arrested for allegedly assaulting a person at the Best Western Hotel in Concord Township on Dec. 12. Police identified the suspect as Michael Lawrence Peterson. According to the report, Peterson and the victim got into an argument in the bar. Peterson then allegedly walked the victim outside to “cool off” but assaulted him instead.

• Daniel H. Rodgers, 62, of West Chester, was cited for his involvement in a two-vehicle crash on Route 1 at Heyburn Road in Chadds Ford Township on Dec. 6, police said. According to the report, Rodgers was driving north on Heyburn when he tried to make a left turn onto southbound Route 1. In the process, he struck another car heading north on Route 1.

• A 69-year-old man from Concord Township was the victim of identity theft on Dec. 8. A police report said the victim’s bank contacted him after a credit card account was opened in his name and more than $1,000 was charged.

• Police said a 21-year-old man from West Chester was cited after he struck several traffic signs in Pennsbury Township and fled the scene. Police identified the driver as Daniel W. Megill. The incident happened at 4 a.m. on Nov. 22. According to the police report, Megill was driving north on Parkersville Road near Hanover Drive when the vehicle, a Dodge Ram 1500, left the roadway “multiple times” and hit four signs and a telephone pole. Police said they found the vehicle several hours later on Old Baltimore Pike.

• Police said an unidentified man, described as white, with a full brown beard and mustache, brown shoulder-length hair and wearing dark pants, green flannel jacket and an orange/blue/white tassel cap with a fluffy top stole $35 worth of merchandise from the Walmart in East Marlborough Township on Dec. 12. The police report said the suspect fled in a red pickup truck with a silver tool chest in the bed.

Southern Chester County Regional Police

• Diego Salgado, 28, of Coatesville, was arrested and charged with violations of the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Act (Act 64), as well as with two traffic offenses, after he was found to be in possession of marijuana and related paraphernalia, following a traffic stop for an equipment violation, according to a police report. The incident occurred on Nov. 17 at 4 p.m., in the 8900 block of Gap Newport Pike, in New Garden Township. Salgado was processed and released pending issuance of a summons.

• Police said Jordan A. Jenkins, 22, of Oxford, was arrested and charged with violations of the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Act (Act 64), as well as with several traffic offenses, after he was found to be in possession of marijuana following a traffic stop for an equipment violation. Police made the arrest on Nov. 16 in the 1300 block of Newark Road, in New Garden Township. Jenkins was processed and released pending issuance of a summons.

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Around Town Dec. 19

Along the Ford

• It’s five days of free YMCA beginning next week. All seven branches of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine will open their doors to the community at no charge from Wednesday, Dec. 26 to Monday, Dec. 31. Now is the perfect time to try our facilities, shoot hoops, swim in the pool or check out the fitness center, or try yoga, cycling or exercise class. Anyone 18 years or older may click here to download a pass or stop by their local branch to receive one. Please bring the pass and a valid ID when visiting. Children under the age of 18 are welcome to visit with a parent or guardian. In addition, anyone who signs up for a 12-month membership will have the $99 join fee waived.

• The Chester County Art Association’s main facility in West Chester will be closed from Sunday, Dec. 23, through to Tuesday, Jan. 1. They will reopen from 9 to 5 on Wednesday, Jan. 2.

• The Delaware County Libraries System is adding Pronunciator, a language-learning program available to Delaware County residents, free of charge. Pronunciator offers basic to advanced language learning courses in over 80 languages through activities, drills, quizzes, interactive coaching, and live practice with native speakers.

• The Chadds Ford Township Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that at the workshop meeting, Dec. 28, at 4 p.m., the proposed 2019 General and Capital Fund Budget will be considered for adoption. The meeting will be held at the township building, 10 Ring Road. The public is invited to attend. View or download the 2019 General and Capital Fund Budget. Hardcopies are available at the township building upon request.

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