December 22, 2021

, 92, died unexpectedly at Maris Grove Retirement Community on Sunday, Dec. 19. Emily is survived by son Joe and his wife Nancy, who reside in Brevard, N.C., and son Rich and his husband Doug, who reside in Santa Fe, N.M. She is preceded in death by her husband Augie, her brother Angelo Davia, and sisters Valentina Caputo and Agnes Davia, and her parents, Eusebius and Emilia Davia.

Millie was born and grew up in Clifton Mills, and graduated from Kennett High School in 1946. She then attended and graduated from Goldey Beacom College. She worked for the General Electric Company until she married Augie. Millie was proud of her work for the General Electric Company and enjoyed her time there.

In 1953 Millie married Augie DePippo.  Millie and Augie were partners with brother and sister-in-law Bob and Peggy DePippo in the Brown Derby Restaurant which was first opened by Augie’s parents in 1934.  They worked together for 40 years and made the Brown Derby a popular local restaurant.  The Brown Derby was owned and operated by the DePippo family for sixty years.  Millie worked hard in partnership with her husband Augie at the restaurant and was always there to support her sons Joe and Rich as they grew up through their college years. Millie was a loving Wife, Mother, aunt, great-aunt, and friend. Millie loved everyone and she had a positive attitude about life. She was an avid animal lover her entire life. She enjoyed her time with her sons, their spouses, and her extended family who all visited her frequently at Maris Grove.

After selling the Brown Derby in 1994, Millie and Augie retired.  In 2000 they moved to the Spruce Creek Community in Summerfield, Fla.  During her retirement she was a volunteer at the Soup Kitchen operated by St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Belleview, Fla.  Millie was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing with Augie and friends over many years. She was proud of her hole-in-one at the Kennett Square Golf and Country Club. She enjoyed traveling with Augie and together they took many trips around the US and internationally. In October 2013, they moved back to Pennsylvania and into the Maris Grove Retirement Community in Glen Mills, PA. Millie and Augie were married for 62 years at the time of Augie’s passing in 2016. Millie enjoyed her time with the many friends she made over the years at the Maris Grove. She became an avid Rummikub player and enjoyed playing each night after dinner with her friends right up until her passing. She was an active member of the Maris Grove Italian American Club and always enjoyed the many shows and activities at Maris Grove.

You are invited to visit with Millie’s family and friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 26, and again from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at the Kuzo Funeral Home, 250 West State Street, Kennett Square. Her funeral mass will follow at 10 at St. Patrick Church, 212 Meredith Street, Kennett Square. Burial will take place immediately following mass at the Saint Patrick Cemetery on North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. Given the current COVID circumstances, the family requests that family and friends who attend visitation and mass be fully vaccinated and wear masks in respect for the safety of others.

Millie loved animals so, in lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (bwar.org) or Espanola Valley Humane Society (espanolahumane.org).

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

Holding the hand of her husband of 70 years, Elizabeth (Betty) Marcella Bailey of Glen Mills, died peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 19. Betty was born on July 13, 1930, to the late William and Margaret Flanagan. After graduating from Elkton High School in Elkton, Md., Betty worked as an administrative assistant for the Chrysler Corporation in Newark, Del. She married Rodger F. Bailey, with whom she shared 70 years of devoted life and love.

Betty shared her gifts of service, love, and hospitality with friends, neighbors, and family. Anyone who entered Betty’s circle was embraced and cared for. Betty cherished her card-playing friends and neighbors. She enjoyed cooking and sharing meals, flower arranging, listening well to friends and family, and supporting her grandchildren in their artistic, athletic, and musical endeavors.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sisters, Margaret Schnatz, Alice Aurig, Sandra Longenecker; her brother, William Flanagan; and her daughter, Lucinda Bailey. She is survived by her beloved husband, Rodger; her children, Gwen DiMarco (John), Franki Burch (Chuck), Faith Dupuis (Vic), and Rodger B. Bailey (Becky); as well as her sisters Clara Lear and Mary DiVirgilio. Her legacy is beautifully reflected in the lives of her 14 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews. God’s gracious love has been shared through Betty’s life of service – “Aunt Betty,” “Mom,” “Nan.”

The entire family is deeply grateful for the extraordinary care and service of each and every caregiver who poured love into Betty and Rodger’s lives.

There will be a memorial service planned at a later time.  In lieu of flowers, a donation in Betty’s honor can be made to Meals on Wheels of Chester County, 404 Willow Brook Lane, West Chester, PA 19382.  Please designate the Kennett Square branch. Rodger and Betty have truly appreciated their faithful service. Arrangements by the Kuzo Funeral Home, Kennett Square; please visit Mrs. Bailey’s online memorial by going to www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.

Albert “Chubby” Ciarrocchi, 87, of West Grove, died peacefully in the early morning hours of Dec. 15. He was the husband of Evelyn Ciarrocchi with whom he shared 50-plus years of marriage until her death in 2011.

He was a prominent mushroom grower for 60 years in Avondale Pennsylvania.

He enjoyed his children, work, hundred-dollar bills, and four-letter words, but had a special passion for auto racing. His support for local racing touched too many to mention. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him.

He was the father of four children Barry Ciarrocchi and his wife Sandy of Landenberg, Daniel Ciarrocchi and his wife Dawn of Toughkenamon, Donna Kirby of Landenberg, and Anne Marie Lange of West Grove. Chubby is survived by his sister Mary DiSerafino of Aston and eight grandchildren

You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 11, at St. Gabriel of the Sorrow Mother Church, 8910 Gap Newport Pike (Route 41), Avondale. His service and burial will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1818 Market Street, Suite 2820, 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.