Gildo David Guizzetti, Sr.

Gildo David Guizzetti, Sr., age 92, a husband, father, Pop-Pop and friend, and proud mushroom farmer in Landenberg, PA, Gildo Guizzetti, known to many as “Truck Three” and “Mr. G” entered his eternal reward on 06/02/24. Except for the last five months, Gildo’s entire life was lived at his home and farm along Penn Green Road, in New Garden Township. His ability to make friends and solve problems was legend, as indicated in many accomplishments and recognitions.

He was particularly proud of having been class president throughout high school at Kennett, noting he received so many nominations in senior year that an election was not needed.

During high school, he participated in WWII Civil Defense activities.

In 1954, Gildo was among the Founding Members of Saint Pius X Council 3858 K of C at Assumption BVM Parish in West Grove.

He was a founding member, in 1988, of St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Parish in Avondale. In 1989, Gildo was inducted into the Kennett Old Timers Baseball Association.

Gildo served on the Board of Directors of Mushroom Cooperative Canning for many years.

In 2002, Gildo received a Mushroom Industry Conference Award of Merit, for over 40 years of inspiration and support of the Mushroom Industry, and Mushroom Programs at Penn State.

In 2007, Gildo was recognized for dedication and commitment as Honorary Co-Chairman to the Avondale Fire Company’s Capital Campaign.

In 2008, and 2017, Gildo Guizzetti was named Volunteer of the Year in New Garden Township, in appreciation and recognition for dedicated service to the Sewer Authority.

Gildo Guizzetti and his mother, Louise Guizzetti, began L. Guizzetti and Son, which grew into today’s Guizzetti Farms, Inc. Gildo enjoyed playing baseball, and covered first base with skill.

His favorite topics of conversation included mushroom growing, Phillies baseball, and Penn State Football. Penn State ice cream was among his favorite treats.

Gildo was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Sylvia; and his sister, Olympia (“Sissi”) Manfredini.

He is survived by children: Victor (Sue) Guizzetti; Michael (Faith) Guizzetti, Linda (Jim) DiLuzio, and Gildo (Michele) Guizzetti, and by 13 grandchildren, and 22 great-grandchildren.

His viewing is scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.. on Friday, June 7, 2024,  at Saint Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Church, 8910 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale, PA with his Funeral Mass to follow at 12:00 noon.  Burial will take place at Saint Patrick’s Cemetery, Kennett Square, PA.

Thank you for your kindness in considering donations in Gildo Guizzetti’s memory to: Meals on Wheels Chester County, 404 Willowbrook Lane, West Chester, PA 19382and/or Avondale Ambulance Association, 23 Firehouse Way, Avondale, PA 19311

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

Arrangements by the Kuzo Funeral Home, Kennett Square, PA

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