January 10, 2022 - ChaddsFordLive.com

David Stanley Schiller of Glen Mills

David Stanley Schiller, 96, of Glen Mills, died Friday, Jan. 7.

David was born on March 10, 1925, in Mansfield, Ohio. He graduated in 1947 from Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio, with a degree in mathematics and physics, and in 1950 from the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Ind., with a degree in aeronautical engineering. He launched his professional career as an aeronautical engineer, having worked for companies such as Boeing, North American Rockwell, Sikorsky Helicopter, and Piasecki Aircraft Corporation. In 1987, David retired from the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission as the director of program development.

It should come as no surprise that David followed his engineering passion and was a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics. He enjoyed building model airplanes and, in his prime would lovingly build and name airplanes after his grandchildren.

An avid hunter and fisherman, David planned many family camping and canoeing trips and enjoyed outdoor adventures with his family of 10. As a scout leader, he was a proud member of the Boy Scouts for over 22 years overseeing Troop 474 in Columbus, Ohio, and Troop 31 in Chadds Ford.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Stanley Charles and Marie (Bergman) Schiller; his siblings Elaine Voegele (Albert), Portia Pearl (Roger); his beloved wife of 48 years Nancy (Bullock) Schiller; and his grandson David Stanley Schiller II. He is survived by his loving children Col. David P. Schiller, (Ret.), of Hampton, Va., Christina Holbert (William) of Blandon, Pa., Susan Taylor of Dublin, Pa., Katharine King (Robert) of Chadds Ford, Patricia Erb (Alan) of Colden, N.Y., Mary Margaret Schiller (Robert Campbell) of Sunset Beach, N.C., Stanley C. Schiller II of Phoenix, Ariz., and Peter N. Schiller (MaryAnn) of Broomall; and his 18 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to David’s Visitation on Friday, Jan. 14, from 9:30-11 a.m, at St. Cornelius Church, 160 Ridge Road, Chadds Ford. Funeral mass immediately following at 11. Burial will be in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Route 82, Kennett Square.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html

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

Arrangement by the Kuzo Funeral Home, Kennett Square.

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Thomas J. Archer of Chadds Ford

Obituaries

Thomas J. Archer, 72, of Chadds Ford, formerly Glen Mills, died Dec. 15 after a valiant battle with Alzheimer’s. Tom was born in Philadelphia and attended West Catholic High School and Bartram High School. He was predeceased by his father, Thomas Archer Sr., and mother, Margaret Archer (née Halloran).

Tom served in the U.S. Navy as an aviation electrician during the Vietnam War. He was stationed at DaNang Marine Base at the onset of the Tet Offensive and also on the aircraft carrier USS Ranger. He was a proud veteran. Tom was a member of the VFW Media Post and formerly the Norwood Post. He was also a member of the American Legion and served as American Legion Post 93 Commander. Tom served on the board of directors of the Pennsylvania Veterans Museum and was a veterans’ service officer at the Delaware County Office of Veterans Affairs.

Tom built his career working at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, most recently as a project manager. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business in 1994 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Tom was a skilled carpenter, ham radio operator, and loved to cook and entertain. He will be remembered for his friendly, gregarious nature and easy laugh. He was a devoted, loving husband, brother, and uncle.

He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Kathy (née Roach), sisters Jeanette Landis (currently a resident of Texas) and Regina Wallace (currently a resident of Moscow, Idaho), brothers-in-law A.T. Wallace, Philip E. Roach (Linda), Bruce Roach (Elizabeth Fitzgerald), and many adoring nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Monday, Jan. 17, at The Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, LTD., Middletown (Rte. # 352) and Knowlton Rds., Middletown Township, Media, PA 19063 (610-876-4213).

The visitation will begin at 10 a.m. with the memorial service following at 11. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Alzheimer’s Association(alz.org), or Rags to Riches Animal Shelter (Aston, PA), or the Pennsylvania Veterans Museum (Media, PA).

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Adopt-a-Pet Jan. 10

Home and Leisure

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

Ryno

This adorable little low rider is a sweet boy who loves to be carried around. Once Ryno warms up to you he will appreciate all the snuggles and loving he can get. He’s had some experience with other dogs but would love to meet any other dogs in the home at the shelter before going home. You can adopt him for a fee you name through Sunday, Jan. 16.

Mr. Brook

Talkative and friendly, Mr. Brook plays hard, sleeps hard, and loves hard. Experienced cat people will love his personality, and he will do best with mature human companionship.

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

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