John Andrew Vandergrift

John Andrew Vandergrift, 77, of Unionville, PA passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, in Chester County Hospital. He was born on February 7, 1947, to the late Andrew Vandergrift and the late Mary Richards Vandergrift.

John went to school at Handi-Crafters in West Chester, PA.

He began working as a custodian at Longwood Gardens where his father was a carpenter. He was very proud of his nearly 35 years of service to a place he loved. John retired early in 2002 to care for his parents, and he lived his whole life in the house his father built.

He knew many people around Kennett Square and made new friends wherever he went. John had a youthful enthusiasm and a smile for everyone he met. He was a lifelong member of Willowdale Chapel.

He liked to walk to Landhope Farms across the street and buy many newspapers so he could keep up with the local news. He enjoyed collecting toys, watching movies, listening to country music, and traveling. He visited many places with friends and family. John was also a devoted Philadelphia sports fan, especially the Eagles.

John is survived by many friends and loving cousins, including Joanie Chandler, Jason Seaton, Nikki Seaton, Leslie Johnson, Robert Johnson, Christy (Johnson) Gentil, and Marianne Johnson.

You are invited to visit with John’s family and friends from 10:00AM to 11:00AM on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Willowdale Chapel, 675 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348. Services will begin at 11:00AM with interment following at Union Hill Cemetery.

Donations may be made in his name to Willowdale Chapel, 675 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348.

Arrangements by Kuzo Funeral Home of Kennett Square, PA.

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