Prospective Penn State Brandywine students and their families are invited to attend a virtual admissions program on Monday, Feb. 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
This event is open to prospective students interested in applying to Penn State. The session will provide an overview of Penn State Brandywine, from the admissions process to campus opportunities including academic programs, student life, career services, and on-campus housing.
Students who attend the virtual admissions program prior to submitting their application to Penn State can have their application fee waived.
To register for the Feb. 15 open house or other upcoming admissions events, go online to apply.psu.edu/portal/bw-vr-pr or call 610-892-1225.
With nearly 1,400 students, Penn State Brandywine offers 14 baccalaureate degrees that can be completed on campus, as well as the first two years of most of Penn State’s 275 plus academic programs that can be completed at another Penn State campus.
Rosie Ann Jones, 87, of West Grove, died Sunday, Feb. 7, at her daughter’s home in Wilmington. Born on June 8, 1933, in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Germino and Elizabeth (Doto) Franceschini.
Rosie Ann Jones
Rosie grew up in Kennett Square and worked at the Kennett Country Club. She was a member of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Rosie is survived by her children, William Jones (Shannon McGinn), Thomas Jones (Sandy) and Paula Forenski (Robert); grandchildren Troy, Justin, Madison, Jeromie, Tyler, Robert, Jacob, Michael, Mary, and Jessica; and 18 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters Marguerite Fuski and Milania Devonshire. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jones is also preceded in death by her sisters Philomena Ayers, Concetta Jordan, and Alice Dunn.
Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell and Michelle Kichline announced the awarding of $10 million in grants to 333 Chester County small businesses. The individual grants, made available through round two of the Chester County Main Street Preservation grant program for small businesses impacted by COVID-19, range from $20,000 to $49,500.
“Preserving Chester County’s main street businesses remains crucial to our economy and the fact we are able to award a second, even larger number of grants is really substantial,” said Chester County Commissioners’ Chair Marian Moskowitz in a pres release. “Many small businesses have worked so hard and so creatively to try and adapt to the impact of this pandemic, but a financial boost is still needed to cover business costs.”
Chester County Commissioner Josh Maxwell said, “These grants will help our small business owners who have been particularly hard-hit by the pandemic, including restaurants, caterers and other industries struggling through no fault of their own. We are excited to be able to deliver this good news so early in 2021 and will continue to find ways to help our small businesses stay open.”
The Chester County Main Street Preservation grant program was created at the request of the Commissioners early in the pandemic to provide funding for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), administrators of the grant program, received over 430 applications for funding under the second round, and all applications were thoroughly reviewed against the eligibility requirements of the grant program.
Eligibility for the second round of the Main Street Preservation grant program included businesses that have been active and for-profit since 2019 or earlier, with 2019 revenues of $5 million or less; a 30 percent decline in revenue; and a business location in Chester County. Businesses that received a Main Street Preservation grant in June 2020 were also ineligible for the second round of grants.
Chester County Commissioner Michelle Kichline noted, “This grant program is an important – and smart – investment in Chester County’s economy. We will continue to find ways to support and sustain all of our small businesses, including working together with our county-wide chambers of commerce, the Chester County Economic Development Council and all other partners.”
Of the 333 grants awarded in the second round of the Main Street Preservation grant program, nearly half are owned by women, and one in five are minority-owned. Just under 30 percent are restaurants, caterers, hotels and bed & breakfasts, and 22 percent are professional service businesses such as automotive repair, barbershops, beauty salons and dry cleaners.
Mike Grigalonis, CCEDC’s Chief Operating Officer, said, “We are laser focused on providing programs and services that can help our businesses get through this difficult time. We appreciate the Commissioners’ latest funding commitment and are proud to administer the Main Street Grant program which supports those businesses that have been hit hardest by the pandemic.”
Funding for the Main Street Preservation grants comes from CARES funding received by Chester County Government.
Peter Lucas, 86, of West Grove, died Friday, Jan. 29, peacefully at home.
Peter Lucas
Born in 1934 in Schenectady, N.Y., Peter was the son of the late Joseph Lucas and the late Anna (nee Szott) Lucas.
Peter worked as an aerospace engineer for over 30 years at Thiokol in Elkton, MD. He worked on cruise missiles and on numerous other projects, chiefly for the United States Navy. His engineering design work was eventually adapted into today’s automobile airbags.
In addition to his long and successful career in the aerospace industry, Peter also co-ran a successful business with two partners, rehabbed run-down homes then rented them and eventually sold them to the renters, enabling numerous families to achieve homeownership.
Peter was married to his loving wife, Rose, for over 55 years. After retiring, they enjoyed travel and their second home in Dewey Beach, Delaware. Peter and Rose were recognized by the Town of Dewey Beach as Volunteers of the Year for their efforts to help the small town thrive.
A proud graduate of Villanova University Peter was a life-long fan of Frank Sinatra, and also enjoyed sailing, exercise, the Eagles and Flyers, and his Wildcats, regardless of the sport. He celebrated life and had a tremendous sense of humor right up through his last day.
Peter is survived by his daughter, Nancy and her husband Jim, his son John and his wife Gillian, his grandsons John and Lucas Needles, and Steven Moore, his granddaughters Alisha Lucas and Meghan Schubert, his granddaughter-in-law, Kendra Needles, his brother William Lucas and his wife Kathleen, his sister Anne Pulaski, and nieces and nephews too numerous to list.
In addition to his parents, Peter was predeceased by his brother Joseph Lucas, Jr.
Peter’s viewing will be private, as will Mass of the Christian Burial, due to the pandemic.
If you wish to make a gift in his name, the family is very grateful to the American Cancer Society. Also, he regularly made donations to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com
Arrangements by the Foulk Funeral Home, West Grove, PA
Lucy Lattanzio DiUbaldo, 81, of Avondale, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, at the Jennersville Hospital, surrounded by her family.
Lucy Lattanzio DiUbaldo
Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Robert V. Lattanzio, Sr. and the late Mary D’Annunzio Lattanzio.
Lucy was a homemaker.
She was a member of St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Church.
She enjoyed cooking, hosting parties for her family and friends, doing puzzle books, yard sales and enjoyed the knick-knacks that she bought, watching TV, and going to McDonald’s, as a member of the coffee club with her friends. She especially enjoyed being with her family and friends.
Lucy is survived by three daughters, Donna Swift of Landenberg, PA, Lisa Scheibe (Edward) of Newark, DE and Diane Szewczyk (John) of West Grove, PA; one brother John Lattanzio of Avondale, PA; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by one sister, Jean Zunino and two brothers, Robert V. Lattanzio, Jr and William Lattanzio.
Services and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the Avondale Ambulance Association, 23 Firehouse Way, Avondale, PA 19311
To view her online tribute and to share a memory with her family, please visit www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com
Arrangements by the Kuzo Funeral Home, Kennett Square, PA
Helen V. Jingeleski, 90, of Kennett Square, died peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, Feb. 4, at Chester County Pocopson Home. She was the loving wife for 70 years of John J. Jingeleski. Born on Nov. 17, 1930, in Mount Carmel, Pa., she was the daughter of the late August & Blanche (Tamanini) Bridy.
Helen V. Jingeleski
Mrs. Jingeleski was a graduate of Mount Carmel High School in the class of 1948. Married in 1951, Helen dedicated much of her life to raising her five children. Her presence as a school volunteer and at her children’s activities are cherished memories. Mrs. Jingeleski worked for K & A Press and the Wilmington News Journal, and later was part owner and manager of J & H Hardware store in Kennett Square. She was a longtime member of St. Patrick’s Church and was an active volunteer with the Ladies of St. Patrick. She was also a Secular Carmelite Nun. In her free time, Mrs. Jingeleski enjoyed ceramics, all types of arts and crafts, gardening, reading, and music — particularly The Moody Blues.
In addition to her husband, Mrs. Jingeleski is survived by her children, Susan Jingeleski Horton and husband Steven of Pickerington, Ohio, Carol Jingeleski of Mount Carmel, John S. Jingeleski and wife Mary Beth of Claymont, and Annette Dennis and husband Brian of Claymont. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren include Christopher Horton and wife Heather and their three children, Julie Allison and husband Daniel and their two children, David Jingeleski and wife Brittany, Nora Hoesterey and husband Robert, Monica Miller and her one child, Brian Dennis, and Angelica Dennis. Mrs. Jingeleski is also survived by her sister Maria T. Bridy of Mount Carmel. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jingeleski is preceded in death by her son, Peter Jingeleski and by her brother August Bridy.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, Feb. 12, at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, 212 Meredith St., Kennett Square, PA 19348. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery, Kennett Square. Contributions may be made in Mrs. Jingeleski’s name to the Ladies of St. Patrick at the above address. Arrangements by the Kuzo Funeral Home; please visit Mrs. Jingeleski’s online memorial by going to www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.
Albert Z. Fresco, 83, of Chadds Ford, died Jan. 27from complications brought on by SARS-Cov-2.
Albert Z. Fresco
Albert was born in Cairo and resided in Maadi. He attended Victoria College, a British-established public school and, upon graduating, Albert set off for university in Manchester, England, earning a doctorate in chemical engineering, but more importantly, meeting his beloved wife of 57 years, Marcelle, who pre-deceased him in 2018.
In 1961, Albert and Marcelle came to the United States when Albert accepted a position at DuPont, where he remained for his entire career. They spent their first decade in Wilmington, followed by assignments in Chattanooga, Tenn., and Martinsville, Va., before settling for good in Chadds Ford in 1981.
Soon after his arrival in the US, the newlyweds received Albert’s parents and younger brother when they were forced to flee political unrest in Egypt. Albert continued to support and care for his parents until their deaths.
In 2017, Albert and Marcelle moved to Maris Grove, where Albert remained until his passing. Over the years, Albert cultivated several circles of lifelong friends, including his schoolmates at Victoria College, his colleagues from DuPont, the Occidentals, a social club in Wilmington that brought together mostly ex-pats from around the world, and finally, his fellow residents at Maris Grove.
Albert was also a lifelong tennis player and an avid fisherman and loved playing poker with friends and backgammon and dominoes with family. He also lived for the annual family holiday in Emerald Isle, N.C. where he especially enjoyed day trips to the gulf stream for deep-sea fishing.
In addition to his two children, David and Brigitte, and brother, Alain, Albert is survived by Alain’s wife, Karen, David’s two children, Nicholas and Madeleine, and Nicholas’ wife Kayla.
A memorial service will be held virtually. Please refer to the website www.gatheringus.com to find the Memorial Page of “Albert Z. Fresco” for more information and details. Interment will be held privately at the Silverbrook Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Albert’s memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project (woundedwarriorproject.org).
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester.
Dakota
Dakota
Dakota is a sweet, high energy boy who always wants to play. He’s also quite the gentleman when that’s called for — house trained, sleeps through the night in his bed, and knows sit, stay, and down. Dakota hopes for a home as the only furkid in the castle, and he would do best with older kids since he’s strong and a bit of a big puppy at just 2 years old. You can adopt Dakota for a fee you name through Sunday, Feb. 14.
Delores
Delores
Delores can be shy at first, but once she’s comfortable she quickly reveals her sweet nature. She is both affectionate and independent. She is content with hanging out by herself but has enjoyed the company of staff and volunteers. Delores is a beauty queen with distinctive markings and appreciates a good butt rub. She is hoping for a calm household where she can provide gentle company for her new family. You can adopt this pretty lady for a fee you name through Sunday, Feb. 14.
For more information, go to www.bvspca.org or phone 484-302-0865.
This event is open to prospective students interested in applying to Penn State. The session will provide an overview of Penn State Brandywine, from the admissions process to campus opportunities including academic programs, student life, career services, and on-campus housing.
