West Chester East HS Grad, ChesCo Native Matthew Scott Dies, 28 West Chester East HS Grad, ChesCo Native Matthew Scott Dies, 28
West Chester East HS Grad, ChesCo Native Matthew Scott Dies, 28 Chester County native Matthew R. Scott died on July 30 at the age of 28. Scott graduated from West Chester East High School in 2011 and was known for being a sports enthusiast, according to his obituary. The West Chester native was remembered as a "kind and generous individual who was willing to give the shirt off his back to anyone in need," his obit says. He is survived by his parents Robert A. and Susan I. (née Melot) Scott, girlfriend Ellie Holman, paternal grandmother along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was the loving “brother” of Pat and Jack. Fune…
Chichester HS Grad, DelCo Dad Of 1, Nicholas Noriega Dies, 27 Chichester HS Grad, DelCo Dad Of 1, Nicholas Noriega Dies, 27
Chichester HS Grad, DelCo Dad Of 1, Nicholas Noriega Dies, 27 Delaware County native Nicholas Noriega died on July 18 at the age of 27. Noriega, of Linwood, graduated from Chichester High School (Class of 2012), where he was an All-Delco wrestler, according to his obituary. His "kind spirit, his passion for sports, and zest for life will live on through his daughter Natalie," his obit says. He is survived by his mother Cathleen Walls, his girlfriend Nicole Strofe; his daughter Natalie Noriega; his sisters Amanda Noriega and Sarah Walls; two nieces Ariana and Ariella; aunts Sally Ravert and Margie Walls. Funeral services were held at Nolan-Fidal…
'DelCo's Mom', Longtime EMT Mary Ellis Dies After 'Valiant' Fight With Cancer 'DelCo's Mom', Longtime EMT Mary Ellis Dies After 'Valiant' Fight With Cancer
'DelCo's Mom', Longtime EMT Mary Ellis Dies After 'Valiant' Fight With Cancer The Delaware County community is mourning the loss of a woman known as "Delco's Mom," who died on Aug. 13 after a valiant fight with cancer. Born in Collingdale, Mary Theresa Ellis' 30-year journey in emergency services began when she was a volunteer at Collingdale Fire Company Ambulance followed by Darby Fire Company Ambulance before moving on to the Mercy-Fitzgerald Paramedics. She also worked with Sharon Hill, Lansdowne, Folcroft, Yeadon, Briarcliffe, Darby, and Clifton Heights Fire Companies, according to her obituary. "Chances are probably pretty good you met her in one fashion or ano…
'Loved By So Many People:' Bethlehem Native, Beloved Father Nathan Becker Dies At Age 26 'Loved By So Many People:' Bethlehem Native, Beloved Father Nathan Becker Dies At Age 26
'Loved By So Many People:' Bethlehem Native, Beloved Father Nathan Becker Dies At Age 26 Bethlehem native and beloved father Nathan Becker died July 28 at the age of 26. Born in Bethlehem, Becker graduated from Freedom High School in 2012, his obituary says. Becker enjoyed baseball and was a fan of the Philadelphia Phillies, his memorial says. Above all, Becker loved to spend with his family, especially his son, Noah. In addition to his son, Becker is survived by his parents, Michael and Heather Renninger; sister Alyssa Renninger, and many extended family members and close friends. Becker’s services will be held privately. “You are our angel,” reads a tribute on Becker’s me…
Great Valley High School Grad, River Johnson Dies At 24 Great Valley High School Grad, River Johnson Dies At 24
Great Valley High School Grad, River Johnson Dies At 24 River McNair Johnson of Malvern, PA died on June 28, 2021. He was 24. Born in Paoli, PA, Johnson was an "accomplished athlete," and the oldest son of eight siblings, his obituary says. He graduated in 2015 from Great Valley High School in Malvern and went on to attend Wilkes University and West Chester University studying business, according to his obituary. Johnson was remembered as a "sweet soul," and someone who "dedicated the remainder of his life to spreading the love and salvation of Jesus Christ," his obit says. He is survived by his parents Scott (Deborah Ludwig), Colleen (Brandon…
Penn State Grad, 30, Killed In Fiery Crash On Garden State Parkway Penn State Grad, 30, Killed In Fiery Crash On Garden State Parkway
Penn State Grad, 30, Killed In Fiery Crash On Garden State Parkway A 30-year-old West Orange man died in a crash on the Garden State Parkway earlier this week. Craig Waldron was heading north when his GMC SUV ran off the roadway to the left, went down an embankment and struck several trees in Bloomfield Tuesday morning, New Jersey State Police Trooper Charles Marchan said. The vehicle went up in flames near milepost 153.7 around 11:15 a.m., and Waldron was pronounced dead. According to his obituary, Waldron -- who went by CJ -- graduated from West Orange High School in 209 and earned his bachelor's degree from Penn State University. He had been working i…
Coatsville Area High School Graduate, Julia Griest Dies, 21 Coatsville Area High School Graduate, Julia Griest Dies, 21
Coatsville Area High School Graduate, Julia Griest Dies, 21 Julia P. Griest of Coatsville died on May 12, 2021. She was 21-years-old. Griest graduated from Coatesville Area High School in 2017, and participated in local cheer competition teams, according to her obituary. She was remembered as someone who "loved competition cheer and softball." She worked as a receptionist at Gentle Dental in Thorndale up until her death, her obit reads. She is survived by her parents Jennifer Jo Hoskins and Ryan Everett Griest; siblings Ryan Griest of Narvon and Jessica Griest of Coatesville; a "significant other" Miguel Padilla of Coatesville; maternal grand…
Nia Rados Of Enola Dies, 32 Nia Rados Of Enola Dies, 32
Nia Rados Of Enola Dies, 32 Nia Rados of Enola died on Tuesday, March 23. She was 32 years old. Born in Camp Hill, Nia worked for UPMC West Shore Hospital Imaging Department since 2014, her obituary says. She was passionate about working out, traveling, riding her motorcycle and spending time with those she cared about, her obituary says. Visitation was held March 29 at the Sullivan Funeral Home in Enola. Click here for Nia's complete obituary.
Easton Native, Father Of 5 Tyson Sandt, Sr. Dies At 42 Easton Native, Father Of 5 Tyson Sandt, Sr. Dies At 42
Easton Native, Father Of 5 Tyson Sandt, Sr. Dies At 42 Easton native and father of five Tyson Sandt, Sr. died April 20 at St. Luke’s Hospital — Anderson Campus. He was 42. Born in Easton, Sandt graduated from Easton High School in 1997, his obituary says. Sandt then worked as a technician for Dixie Cup Manufacturing, his memorial says. Sandt loved spending time with has family members and close friends. Sandt is survived by his parents, Blane Sandt Sr., and Betty Smith; his partner, Vi Nguyen; daughters Theresa Nguyen, VIyana Sandt, Kaelyn Sandt, Kyla Sandt and son Tyson Sandt Jr.; his brothers, Blane Sandt, Jr., Theron Sandt and wi…
Community Rallies For Reading Wife, 2 Children After Dad's Sudden Death Community Rallies For Reading Wife, 2 Children After Dad's Sudden Death
Community Rallies For Reading Wife, 2 Children After Dad's Sudden Death A Berks County woman is turning to the community for support after her husband and children's father died suddenly. Darya A. Gardecki of Reading started a GoFundMe page asking for donations to help support burial and medical bills following the death of her 42-year-old husband, Nicholas A. Gardecki on April 10. The GoFundMe page has received over $4,400 in funds as of Friday evening. Born in Reading, Gardecki owned and operated his own business, Berks Custom Remodeling and Restoration up until death, according to his obituary. Gardecki was remembered as "an advocate for justice,…
‘True Definition Of A Hero:’ Easton Native, Catholic Church Parishioner Amin Nehme Dies, 34 ‘True Definition Of A Hero:’ Easton Native, Catholic Church Parishioner Amin Nehme Dies, 34
‘True Definition Of A Hero:’ Easton Native, Catholic Church Parishioner Amin Nehme Dies, 34 Northampton County native and local church parishioner Amin Joseph Nehme died April 10 in Hershey. He was 34. Born in Easton, Nehme was a member and parishioner of Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church, his obituary says. Nehme was known for his unending kindness and compassion toward everyone as well as his fierce love for his family. “Amin had great love for his friends and family until the day he left this earth,” reads his memorial. “Amin was the true definition of a hero.” Nehme is survived by his mother, Jacqueline (Karam) Nehme; his siblings, Jeanette Nehme, Charlotte Nehme,…
Air Force Vet, Correctional Officer Jeremy Callender Of Schwenksville Dies, 35 Air Force Vet, Correctional Officer Jeremy Callender Of Schwenksville Dies, 35
Air Force Vet, Correctional Officer Jeremy Callender Of Schwenksville Dies, 35 Air Force veteran and correctional officer Jeremy Callender of Schwenksville died on April 3. He was 35 years old. Born in Sellersville, Callender graduated from Souderton Area High School in 2003, and graduated from American Military University in 2015 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, according to his obituary. Callender worked in logistics with the United States Air Force for 11 years, and later worked at the Bureau of Corrections in Graterford, his memorial says. Callender's obituary remembered him as someone who "loved being in the outdoors enjoying camping, voll…