September 9, 2019 - ChaddsFordLive.com

YMCA free for ChesCo 7th-graders

School is back in session and with it comes a great opportunity for all Chester County seventh graders – a complimentary one-year membership to the YMCA.

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine, an association of eight YMCAs in Chester County, is proud to continue its 7^thGrade Initiative, which offers every seventh-grader in Chester County a complimentary one-year youth membership. Kids simply need to bring a school ID, roster, or report card, along with a parent or guardian, to their local YMCA branch to register. After registering, membership includes use of the YMCA’s facilities, where seventh graders can swim, play in the gym and work out in the wellness centers under staff supervision. In addition, they are able to participate in YMCA programs, classes and sports at a discounted rate. Last year, more than 1,300 seventh graders took advantage of this free membership.

“We think it’s crucial to set the foundation for a healthy lifestyle at a young age,” says YMCA of Greater Brandywine President and CEO Denise Day. “Kids at this age are discovering who they are, and our 7th Grade Initiative helps ensure that those kids are set up for future success through an active way of life.”

As kids face adolescence’s challenges, they’re more likely to begin distancing themselves from formal organizations, friends and family and to experiment with unhealthy behaviors. The 7th Grade Initiative offers an alternative, where they can make new friends while staying active and also avoid exposure to those counter-productive behaviors.

The 7^thGrade Initiative is fully funded by the YMCA through the Chester County Corporate Golf Championship. The outing this year will be held on Monday, Sept. 30. For more information or to make a donation, click here, https://www.ymcagbw.org/corporate-cup.

For more information on the YMCA of Greater Brandywine’s 7th Grade Initiative, please visit any of our branches, which include the Brandywine YMCA, Jennersville YMCA, Kennett Area YMCA, Lionville Community YMCA, Oscar Lasko YMCA & Childcare Center, Upper Main Line YMCA and the West Chester Area YMCA.

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Martin Ortiz of Kennett Square

Obituaries

Martin Ortiz, 52, of Kennett Square, died unexpected on Thursday, Sept. 5, at the Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Norma Ortiz, with whom he shared his life with for over 32 years.

Born in Pachuquilla, Estado de Mexico, he was the son of the late Margarito Ortiz and the late Brigida Castaneda.

Martin was one of the most respected and self-made successful mushroom growers of Kennett Square.

He was a member of St. Rocco’s Catholic Church, the American Mushroom Institute, and the Sheriff’s Association of Chester County.

Martin enjoyed working and was very motivated by his family. He loved to help others and give back to his community. He was known to make people laugh by his charismatic personality and witty sense of humor. His smile will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Johnathan Ortiz of Kennett Square, and Martin A. Ortiz of Kennett Square; his little puppy, Lena; his grand dogs, Lady and Archer; four brothers, Adan Ortiz of Avondale, Juan Ortiz of West Grove, Pablo Ortiz of West Grove, and Lucas Ortiz of West Grove; four sisters, Vicenta Ortiz, Lucia Ortiz, Rita Ortiz and Guillermina Ortiz, all who reside in Mexico; brothers in-law, sisters-in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, godchildren, friends and employees.

He was predeceased by two brothers, Adelaido Ortiz and Antonio Ortiz.

His family would like to make a special thank you to the mushroom grower community and to his special colleagues whom he deeply admired.

You are invited to visit with his family and friends on Wednesday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. to noon, at St. Rocco’s Church. His funeral mass will follow.

Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the American Heart Association, 1617 JFK Boulevard, Suite 700, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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

Arrangements by the Kuzo Funeral Home, Kennett Square.

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Adopt-a-Pet Sept. 9

Home and Leisure

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

Shadow

Shadow is a 1-year-old who looks like a miniature panther. This handsome cat is both cuddly and playful and would enjoy spending his days playing and then getting the chin-scratches he adores while he naps. Shadow would do well in almost any home. Shadow qualifies for the Furricane Dorian Special, with no adoption fee for any adult cat (6 months old or older) through Sept. 15.

Janis

Janis is a 2-year-old with an air about her that makes everyone she meets melt. She loves to be carried, and regularly uses that as her mode of transportation up from playgroups where she hangs out with her fellow canine companions. Janis has yet to meet someone she didn’t like and would do well in almost any home. Janis qualifies for the Furricane Dorian Special, with no adoption fee for any large adult dog (1 year old and 40-plus pounds) through Sept. 15.

For more information, go to www.bvspca.org or phone 484-302-0865.

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