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Mary H. Bristol,

Mary H. Bristol, 75, died peacefully on June 12, due to complications from a recent surgery. She was born on Oct. 21, 1944, in Philadelphia. At least that is what we think. The story of Mary’s true birthday has become legendary, just like she was. Her father and mother, Albert and Helen, were already blessed with five other children, Al, Bob, Sis, Helen, and Joseph. Mary made for number six, the surprise “gift” that just kept on giving. Mary was the perfect distilled version of what it meant to be in the Geibler family, compassionate and loving with a formidable stubborn streak.

Mary’s loving nature and tenacity knew no bounds when she was caring for her family, her parents, brothers, and sisters, her loving husband Bob, her children Maryanne and Joseph, her son in law Tom and daughter in law Margaret, her stepchildren Jim and John, Andrew and Emily and grandchildren Kelly, Bobby, Jess, Jack, and baby Eddie, and her 35 nieces and nephews.

Mary Bristol’s accomplishments were numerous, especially in the healthcare industry for seniors.

On March 19, 1997, she married her best friend and partner in crime, Robert Bristol. Their story is a lesson of true love and of living life to the fullest while maintaining a loving and united family. They held hands together through all their amazing trips, every holiday, each walk along the beach at sunset, and even during trips to the market. No adventure was too small. And nothing kept him from holding her hand to the end, not even a virus. She was his life, his love, and the very air that he breathed. They were always referred to as “Bob and Mary” like it was one word, for they were one

Mary Bristol was a nurturer in every sense of the world. She was a straight shooter who loved big and did not put up with nonsense. She made life memorable because she was memorable. A larger than life legend that will continue love and guide her family through the generations. That is who Mary Bristol was and will always be.

In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

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

Arrangements by the Kuzo Funeral Home, Kennett Square.

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Criminal justice reform in DelCo

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Delaware County Council and the Office of the District Attorney yesterday announced the formation of a countywide Task Force on Criminal Justice Reform, to be chaired by District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer.

“For too long, distrust has been allowed to exist between law enforcement and the communities that they are sworn to protect and serve,” said Stollsteimer. “It is time to face the problems in our community honestly and openly and to bring the criminal justice system in this county into alignment with our shared values. We need to look not just at the actions of police – we must also look at our practices as prosecutors, as public defenders, as well as our approach to probation, parole, and incarceration.”

County Council member Elaine Schaefer emphasized the need to look at the county’s role in fostering equality and justice in ways outside the scope law enforcement, for example in the areas of public health, education, and substance abuse.

“As a Council, we are committed to breaking down the silos that prevent creative problem-solving. It is only by thinking holistically that we will be able to effectively address some of these intractable problems,” Schaefer said.

Task Force organizers plan initially to establish four working groups, as follows: (1) 21st Century Policing; (2) Principles for a 21st Century Prosecutor; (3) Legislative Change; (4) County Government’s Impact on Achieving Equality and Justice in Delco. Additional working groups and/or subgroups will be created as necessary.

The Task Force plans that each working group will prepare a report containing concrete and achievable recommendations. The Task Force recognizes that some working groups may need more time than others and, as a result, it plans to announce recommendations on a “rolling basis.” It is hoped that some recommendations will be finalized by this fall.

The work of the Task Force is a complex undertaking and will require the time and effort of many stakeholders. The Task Force has already contacted many of the organizations that it expects will play an important role in the success of the Task Force, including the Sheriff’s Office, the Fraternal Order of Police, the Chiefs of Police Association, the NAACP, the Delaware County Black Caucus, our U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, state legislators, and municipal leaders, the criminal defense bar and the Public Defender’s Office, as well as various community stakeholders. Additional organizations will be consulted as needed. The names of specific individuals from these organizations will be provided as plans are finalized.

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Police Log June 17: Crashes, DUIs, assault

Police

Pennsylvania State Police

Media Barracks

• One person was believed injured in a three-vehicle crash on Route 1 in Chadds Ford Township on June 10. Police said the 1998 Honda Civic driven by Jordan M. Wilson, 27, of Philadelphia, was southbound in the left lane near Painters Crossing when it crossed the median into oncoming northbound traffic. The driver of a northbound vehicle tried maneuvering to avoid a collision but was struck in the left rear quarter panel. The third driver, also northbound, tried to avoid hitting the second vehicle, but was not successful. The driver of the second vehicle was believed injured but refused transport. Police said Wilson might have lost control because of a mechanical failure. The accident happened at 12:47 p.m.

• Police said they arrested 26-year-old Michael Lupoli, of Garnet Valley, for assault after a family argument got physical. Victims included a 63-year-old man, a 60-year-old woman, and a 21-year-old man. Police said the elder male was injured. The incident happened on May 10.

• Carlos Ortega, 49, of Wilmington, was arrested for DUI in Chadds Ford Township on June 13, police said. According to the report, troopers responded to a one-vehicle accident and found the driver to be under the influence.

• A 21-year-old man from Oxford — not named in the report — rear-ended another vehicle on the Conchester Highway shortly before 10 a.m. on June 15. No other details were released in the report other than no injuries were reported.

• Both drivers — a 20-year-old from Chadds Ford and an 83-year-old woman from Glen Mills — were injured in a two-car crash after a collision on Smithbridge Road 11:08 a.m. on June 15. Police said the 20-year-old was eastbound when the Volkswagen Jetta he was driving crossed the double yellow line and struck the oncoming westbound vehicle.

Avondale Barracks

• Details of the incident were not included in the report, but state police from the Avondale barracks said Hilary S. Simons, 58, of West Grove, was cited after her vehicle struck a bicyclist on Unionville-Wawaset Road at S. Wawaset Road in Pocopson Township. The accident happened at 12:15 p.m. on June 14. Longwood Fire EMS transported the bicyclist to Chester County Hospital for treatment of injures.

• Police arrested a 21-year-old from Coatesville on drug charges in Kennett Township on June 9. Police said they made a traffic stop on E. Baltimore Pike near Lenape Road and smelled marijuana coming from the car as they approached. They found a small amount of cannabis and paraphernalia during a probable cause search, the report said.

• State police are investigating a case of identity theft. A report said someone used the victim’s credit card information on Bridge Road in Pocopson Township. The purchase was for $286 from the Best Buy website.

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