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CHESTER COUNTY PRESS
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14, 2018
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JOSEPH M. DICKENS, JR. Joseph M. Dickens, Jr., 46, of West Grove, passed away on March 2 at the Christiana Hospital. Born in West Chester, he was the son of Joseph M. Dickens, Sr., and Ruth Seese Dickens of West Grove. Joe was a general contractor who worked with his dad for 30 years, and last worked at New Bolton Center in Kennett Square. He was a member of New London Baptist Church. Joe enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his daughters. Joe had a gift for helping others and sharing God’s word. He enjoyed coaching Avon Grove Girls Softball, golfing, music, cars and frequent visits to Avondale Wawa. He enjoyed listening to Rev. Adrian Rogers and Mike Rowe. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two daughters, Kylie Laine Dickens and Abigale Mackenzie Dickens, both of West Grove; his lifetime companion, Tabitha McKinney of West Grove; two sisters, Deedree Erlichman and her husband Paul of Cochranville, and Dana Duncan and her husband Perry of Oxford; and two nieces, Haleigh Duncan and Heidi Duncan. A funeral was held March 10. Burial was in the New London Presbyterian Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made in his memory to the Kylie & Abigale Dickens Fund. Details to follow on www.griecocares.com. To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, visit www. griecocares.com.
LOIS B. PORTER Lois B. Porter, 73, of New Providence, formerly of Oxford, passed away on March 8 at Mt. Joy Hospice in Lancaster. She was the wife of William H. Porter, with whom she shared 51 years of marriage. Born in West Grove, she was the daughter of the late Leonard G. and Jennie Phillips Brown. Lois was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Rising Sun, Md. She graduated from Oxford Area High School and West Chester School of Nursing. Lois retired from Jennersville Regional Hospital in West Grove and also was employed as a nurse for the late Dr. Guy Holcombe in Oxford. Lois was the life of the party and enjoyed visiting with friends, going out to eat, reading and Gospel music. Surviving are her husband; two daughters, Kelli M. Teel (H.
Nelson) and Karen E. Kinsman (Kristopher); three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother, Leonard G. Brown, Jr. (Mary Jane) of Quarryville; and one sister, Doris Poole (Ted) of Quarryville. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Jennifer Lynn Porter. A funeral was held March 12. Interment was in Oxford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Rising Sun, PO Box 251, Rising Sun, MD 21911.
BARRY G. SIPES Barry Gene Sipes, 80, died in Paoli Hospital on March 2. Barry is survived by his three sons, Paul Sipes (Simsbury, Conn.), Tim Sipes (Downingtown), and Brad Sipes (Stockholm, Sweden) and their families. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue Ann Sipes (Kennett Square). Barry was born in 1937 in Altoona, Pa., to Eugene and Mary Sipes. He graduated from Richland High School in Johnstown, P., and then Juniata College in Huntingdon, Pa., where he met his wife. Within a few years, Barry and Sue relocated to Chester County, and Barry spent the next several decades working in the local public school systems as an administrator and guidance counselor. He retired from the Downingtown High School guidance counseling department in 1998. Barry was an avid sports fan and a proud supporter of his boys’ and grandchildren’s many interests and activities. He will always be remembered for his passion for local high school and college sports, his love for Syracuse, Temple, the NY Yankees, and the Washington Redskins. He was often seen jogging through all parts of Chester County. Upon his retirement, Barry enjoyed reading, and his worldwide travels with Sue and friends. A funeral was held March 10. To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, visit www.griecocares.com.
JOSE ORTIZ FLORES Jose Ortiz Flores, 74, of Oxford, passed away on March 5 at Neighborhood Hospice in West Chester. He was the husband of Teresa Ayllon Jacome. Born in Pachuquilla, Almoloya de Alquisiras, Mexico, he was the son of the late Manuel Ortiz and the late Angelina Flores. He was a mushroom picker at Phillips Mushroom in Oxford. Jose enjoyed working and being with his family and friends. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Horacio Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford, Mario Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford, and Juan Alberto Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford; four daughters, Adela Ortiz Ayllon of Mexico, Araceli Ortiz Ayllon of Mexico, Leticia Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford, and Rosa Ortiz Ayllon of Oxford; one brother, Salomon Ortiz Flores of Nottingham; four sisters, Elvia Ortiz Florez, Adelina Ortiz Flores, Juana Luisa Flores and Maria Graciela Ortiz Flores; and ten grandchildren. A funeral was held March 13. Burial will be in Mexico. To visit his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, visit www.griecocares.com.
GEORGE F. CHIDESTER George F. Chidester, 95, of Wilmington, Del., previously of Chadds Ford, died on March 3 at his home. He was the husband of Dorothea (née Snyder) Chidester, with whom he shared 70 years of marriage. Born in Frostburg, Md., he was the son of late Stanley and Maude (Michaels) Chidester. George served in the 100th infantry division during World War II in France. He graduated from the University of Denver with a BS in industrial engineering in 1949 and an MBA in 1950. George joined Hercules in 1951, working for 35 years in quality control in Hercules aerospace company, where he worked until his retirement. A member of The Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, George was active in leadership and worked on many projects for the church and the community at large. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Jeffrey Chidester; a daughter, Jennifer Beard and her husband John; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many faithful friends. He was pre-deceased by his son, G. Christian Chidester. A memorial service was held March 8. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Lutheran World Relief (700 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230). To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, visit www. griecocares.com.
RONALD E. POST Ronald Ellsworth Post, 81, of Landenberg, died on March 2 at Heartland Hospice House in Wilmington, Del. He was the husband of Marjorie Drake Post, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage. Born in North East, Pa., he was the son of the late Fred Ray and the late Mildred (Smith) Post. Ronald earned his undergraduate degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a master’sdegree in social studies from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1965. He was facilities manager for Children, Youth and Family Services of Delaware, retiring in 2001. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed woodworking and gardening, loved traveling to points near and far, and was a collector of all types of knives. Survivors include, in addition to his wife, one son, David R. Christifer of Cumberland Md.; one daughter, Bonnie Keating of Newark, Del.; two sisters, Luanna Harris of Ocala, Fla., and Cathy McCorkle of New Milport, Pal; and three grandchildren. A funeral was held March 9. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103; or the Delaware Humane Association, 701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. To view Ronald’s online tribute and to share a memory with his family, visit www.griecocares.com.
March 16 and 17 Children’s Consignment Sale West Grove United Methodist Church will be holding a Children’s Clothing, Toy and Equipment Consignment Sale on March 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and March 17 from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a large selection of spring and summer children’s clothes, shoes, coats, toys, books, baby items and equipment. On Saturday,
Alleluia “For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.”
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many items will be half price. This sale benefits the early childhood and scholarship programs at the Children’s Morning Out and Preschool Program of the church. For more information, e-mail tracy. mclaughlin@westgroveumc. org, or call 610-869-9334. March 22 Taize service The New London Methodist Church (1010 State Rd., New London) will host a community Taizé service on March 22 at 7 p.m. Taizé is an ecumenical, sung and silent, participatory prayer service designed to achieve a contemplative state through music, song and silence. The music consists of selections that are short, repetitive and prayerful. For more information, call 610-869-8129. March 24 Buffet breakfast Oxford United Methodist Church (18 Addison St., Oxford) hosts its monthly buffet breakfast for the whole community on March 24 from 7 to 10 a.m. The menu includes buttermilk pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage and bacon, roasted potatoes, fresh fruit and more. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for ages 3 to 10. Call 610-9329698 for more information. March 24 Egg hunt Kemblesville United Methodist Church will hold an Easter VBS and Easter egg hunt on March 24 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Registration is available in advance and on the day of the event. E-mail kemblesvilleumc@verizon. net.