"One of the kindest people," Sam Granow left a legacy through his many passions that spanned communities around the globe.
A graveside service is at noon today at Birmingham-Lafayette Cemetery, 1235 Birmingham Road, West Chester.
Albert L. DiGiacomo, a Philadelphia and Chester County law enforcement officer, and West Chester University professor passed away Feb. 23.
Griffth is remembered for his “unquestioned acumen as a lawyer and jurist and his easy-going, enjoyable personality.”
A West Chester mother, grandmother, great-grandmother was married nearly 63 years and made a Guinness World Record with siblings.
A native of Hungary, Béla M. Haris was involved in the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. His work as an economist focused on aerospace and defense.
Drew Martin also loved cars, music, and playing guitar, according to his obituary.
Local native Matthew Moran, just 49, enjoyed a dynamic career as a healthcare executive, musical producer, and organic farm owner.
West Chester's Michael DiGiamberardino was a trained chef and huge sports fan who loved spending time with his sons, his obituary states.
Widely respected community education leader John Marino has passed away.
Martin Clompus was a World War II vet and catalyst for change in the West Chester community. He was married to his wife for 77 years.
A Henderson grad and West Chester School District employee has passed away at the age of 47.
Max Engle, a Chester County probation officer, was lovingly remembered as a "strong man with a soft and tender heart."
"With even just one encounter with her, you would remember her for life," her obituary reads.
Yiaski was the Kimberton Community Fair Treasurer for 25 years and a longtime treasurer of the West Chester Area YMCA.
"He was larger than life; born to lead by actions and not just by words. His smile lit up our lives. His laugh filled our house with joy."
Kenneth Weaver, 76, was also remembered for his love of horticulture, traveling, and classic cars.
West Chester's Deborah Harris, 64, was a passionate volunteer for individuals with special needs.
Cherylyn Alderfer, 24, went on service trips around the world, and had a passion for nature and teaching, her obituary says.
Described as a "family oriented and very motivated" man, Roman W. Dychdala was a husband and a father of three children.
Joe Conner "loved life and everything about it," according to his obituary.
"He had everything going for him, and then this happened," his father told Philly.com.
Dr. George S. Claghorn was a renown philosopher, published author, and West Chester University professor for more than 40 years.
West Chester's Margarita Isabel Prieto Puertas was a high fashion runway model in Europe and across the U.S. for years.
Local man Lewis Anthony Malavolta "could make a person feel comfortable immediately," his obituary reads.
West Chester's Stan Zukin, an influential real estate developer, pharmacist, and beloved figure in the community, has passed away at age 77.
Alex Howell, 34, was described in his obituary as "socially and politically conscious." He loved sports, reading, and music.
West Chester's Lawrence McDevitt, 76, was an award winning photographer in Pennsylvania.
A live well lived: West Chester resident Chester E. Bishop, who served his nation during World War II, has passed away at the age of 97.
Friends, family, community leaders, and politicians alike mourned the passing of a man who "inspired everyone to become better citizens."
West Chester volunteer firefighter Richard Severson also loved horses, hunting, and barrel racing.
Oscar Lasko, a 96-year-old businessman at Lasko Products and lifelong borough resident, has passed away.
West Chester's Jim McCabe served Fame Fire Company for 36 years. He died this month at 65, after a courageous battle with cancer.
West Chester's Patrick Conway, 45, was a the football team's captain at Henderson High School, and an All Ches-Mont performer.
Samuel Richard "Dick" Ellis of West Chester proudly served in the US Navy during the Korean War.
Terry Mellon, formerly of West Chester, was remembered for her charm and her upbeat personality.
Longtime West Chester man Charlie Vogel was famously active in his later years, volunteering often and driving himself to Penn's Table.
The famous local coach Charles J. Chiccino, known as “Chic”, “Coach”, and "Poppy," has passed away at 79.
Millie J. Vircsik, 91, served in various community organizations and was a teacher in Phoenixville for many years.
John James Butler II was an executive at a paper company and a graduate of Fordham and Columbia universities.