Jun 26 2009

RIP CHIEF ELLIOTT

Mark J. Elliott Sr., 53,

Police chief in Marcus Hook

Marcus Hook Police Chief Mark J. Elliott Sr., 53, of the Boothwyn section of Upper Chichester, died June 20 at home.

Born in Philadelphia, he was reared and educated in Trainer. He attended Trainer Elementary School and was a 1973 graduate of Chichester High School. He attended Delaware County Community College, where he studied criminal justice.

A 29-year veteran of the Marcus Hook Police Department, Elliott assumed the position of chief in February 2008. He began his career with the department as a part-time officer while also working as an investigator for the Delaware County Medical Examiner’s office, a job he held for three years. He had previously worked for American Viscose Co. in Marcus Hook for one year, until the plant closed.

Elliott also served as a member of the Delaware County Emergency Response Team.

A veteran of the Army 82nd Airborne division, he served stateside during the Vietnam War. He was the recipient of the National Defense Service Medal, Parachutist Badge and Expert Rifleman Badge.

He was a member of Bible Baptist Church in North Wilmington.

Elliott played baseball for the Sun Oil Little League in Feltonville and coached for many years with the Mickey Vernon Little League in Linwood. An avid bowler, he bowled with the FOP League for many years. Elliott also enjoyed golf.

Survivors: Wife of 22 years, Joan E. Poore Elliott; sons, Stephen Jones of Aston, Mark J. Elliott Jr., at home; daughters, Lori Cochrane of St. Cloud, Fla., Nichole Franks of Titusville, Fla.; brother, Drew Elliott of Philadelphia; sister, Donna Hilbert of Garnet Valley; parents, Donald and Alice Jane Baxter Elliott of Long Neck, Del.; four grandchildren.

Service: 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bible Baptist Church, 801 Darley Road, North Wilmington, Del.

Visitation: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday at the church.

Burial: Lawn Croft Cemetery, Lower Chichester.

Contributions: Mark Elliott Fight Against Cancer, c/o Sovereign Bank, 10th and Market streets, Marcus Hook, PA 19061.

Arrangements: Ward Funeral Home, Lower Chichester. Read the rest of this entry »

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Spaghetti Dinner Benefit for Marcus Hook’s Chief of Police

SPAGHETTI DINNER BENEFIT

FOR MARK ELLIOTT,

MARCUS HOOK’S CHIEF OF POLICE

SATURDAY, JUNE 13^TH

3 P.M.- 9 P.M.

CLANK’S BAR

326 MARKET STREET

MARCUS HOOK, PA

$8/PERSON-

EAT IN OR TAKE OUT

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT MARK ELLIOTT.

FOR TICKETS OR TO MAKE A DONATION,

CONTACT CLANK’S BAR @ 610-494-9770,

OR STOP IN AND TALK TO THE BARTENDER.

ALL CHECKS MADE OUT TO MARK ELLIOTT C/O CLANKS BAR.

AAN on the move yet again

Last Saturday evening, the Aston Angel Network, with the help of family, friends and the community joined together to help a local family in their time of need. In February , Aston resident Keith McGurl passed away leaving behind a wife and five children. The loss of Keith devastated the McGurl family emotionally and financially.

The AAN joined forces with many local businesses, family members and friends and it all came together Saturday night at the Wharf Tavern. Pennsylvania State Represenative Steven Barrar and Aston Commissioner Jim Stigale were two of many dignitaries on hand to show their support and help. Much needed funds were raised through the generosity of neighbors, family, friends and strangers to help the McGurls through this most difficult time.

The AAN would like to once again express their extreme gratitude and appreciation to the Community for opening their hearts to the McGurl Family. Neighbors helping neighbors, one random act of kindness at a time.

Parents of Murdered Children - Candlelight Vigil

Wednesday April 29th, 2009 at 7:00pm

The Parents of Murdered Children (POMC) will again meet on the steps of the Delaware County Courthouse for a Candlelight Vigil to remember those who have been taken from us by violence. You are cordially invited to attend and participate in the evening’s ceremonies in memory of our loved ones.
We ask you to bring a picture of your loved one if they aren’t already on one of our quilts. There will be a table to place your picture on, up by the podium.

It’s Official !

The Aston Angel Network is proud to announce their recent membership acceptance into the Aston Business Association. The Aston Business Association has been an integral part of helping the Aston Angel Network reach out to neighbors within our community.

Thank you to the Aston Business Association, we are proud to be in such fine company.

Neighbors helping neighbors…one random act of kindness at a time.

Easter 2009

The Angels, continuing in our effort to help those in our community, finished this Easter Holiday Food drive with helping several families. The Angels collected and distributed food for holiday meals to families in the Penn-Delco community. Complete meals and even Easter baskets of goodies for the children were distributed. A special thank you to Viso’s Bakery, Aston Township Community center, Aston Business Association, Cocco’s of both Aston and Brookhaven and everyone that assisted us in donations to make this event successful.

Support the Walk

AAN Member Sara Walters is putting together a team for the ALS Walk in September 2009 Rehoboth Beach Walk to Defeat ALS. The walk is in Memory of her mom Linda. She’s trying to raise $1500.00 and get a team of over 20 people. Sara is starting now so she can fundraise and help find a cure to ALS. Please make a donation, or join the team if you would like to walk! Please email her with any questions, her email is : EMS63@Ymail.com or visit her mom’s site for further information.

Linda Walters Page

Come join us !!

Saturday, April 18th at 8:00 PM

DELCO Chapter Parents of Murdered Children
at IBEW Local 654 Union Hall
3729 Chichester Ave
Boothwyn, PA 19061

Tickets $35.00 includes beef, beer, buffet

Please Call Jane 610-368-8071 or Barb 610-721-4185
In person at Cocco’s Pizza Brookhaven
4619 Edgmont Ave
Brookhaven, Pa. 19015

Featuring the band Blackthorn

McGurl Beef and Beverage

On February 4^th, Keith McGurl of Aston died at home. A loving and devoted husband and father, he’d rather spend time with his family than do anything else. Keith leaves behind the love of his life Georganna and five children; Kayla, Liz, Amanda, Stephen and Shae. The AAN is asking you to come out for an evening, enjoy some great food, good music and help get this family back on its feet after their devastating loss. Bring a friend, tell your neighbors, make a difference!

The Wharf Tavern

Valley View Shopping Center
4936 Pennell Road Aston, PA 19061

SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2009 6 PM – 9 PM

FOOD, FUN, RAFFLE, CHINESE

AUCTION AND MORE!

TICKETS $25.00 OR 2 FOR $40.00

To purchase tickets or donate items for the raffle or Chinese auction, please contact any member of the Aston Angel Network.

ALL QUESTIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO

http://astonangelnetwork.com/

All proceeds will benefit the McGurl Family Fund.

Easter Food Drive 2009

The Angel Network is assisting those in need this upcoming Easter holiday. The Angels are now collecting and distributing food for holiday meals to families in the Penn-Delco community. If you would like to help with a donation of perishable food items such as a hams or turkeys, please drop them at Cocco’s Pizza in Aston or Cocco’s Pizza in Brookhaven.

Non-perishable items can be dropped at the Aston Community Center and/or Viso’s Bakery during normal business hours.

We’re asking for those who can, to please remember your neighbors and purchase an extra can of vegetables, fruit or even a market gift card to help your neighbors who are less fortunate. Also, should you know of a family in need of assistance, please either contact your local commissioner or confidentially e-mail us at info@astonangelnetwork.com

The last date for donations and family names is April 3, 2009

Thank you once again to our local businesses, township and community members for their gracious and much appreciated support.

Happy Easter to all!

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