William J. Mangan, of West Chester, Longport, N.J, Naples, Fla. and formerly of Drexel Hill, died March 12. He was the beloved husband of Caroline (née Origlio) for 67 years, loving father of Marianna Curran (Bill), Bill Jr. (Kim), and Caroline O'Halloran (Rich), devoted grandfather of Shane (Adriana), Kara, Will, Brenna, Nikki, Patrick and Drew, dear brother of Jack Mangan, Frank Mangan and the late…
When the Brandywine River Museum of Art reopens in June, visitors will get to see a new exhibit, Ralston Crawford: Air + Space + War, an exploration into U.S. aviation and military history through the art and personal experiences of American Modernist Ralston Crawford. Organized by the Vilcek Foundation, this landmark exhibition will feature an extensive collection of nearly 80 works by the artist, including…
Davis (PopPop) Howell, 79, of Avondale, died peacefully at his home with his family around him surrounded by love and caring, on Wednesday, March 10. He was the husband of Doris “Dottie” Howell, with whom he shared 48 years of marriage. Davis was born in Bel Air, Md., and grew up in Avondale. He was the son of the late Derwood Howell and the late…
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Wilson Wilson is a typical sweet and goofy hound mix. He enjoys being outside where his nose will take him on adventures to sniff his way around the world. As a staff favorite, he’s known to be gentle, calm, and good-natured. Wilson does well with other dogs and would…