Miyo H. Stoop

Miyo H. "Gram" Stoop, age 84, Miyo H. "Gram" Stoop, age 84, died peacefully March 25, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family. "Gram" as she was known by all, was born in Japan, and came to the US after meeting her husband John during the Korean War. She was a longtime Chester resident and most recently a resident of Media for 20 years. Miyo worked as a hostess at Chopsticks restaurant in Philadelphia for many years. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She was the daughter of the late Koichi and Chiyo Hasegawa and sister of the late Kinji Hasegawa. She was the wife of the late John W. Stoop who died in 1975. Survivors: Her loving life partner Gil Smith, her beloved children Michael Stoop (Donna) and Deborah Poppert (Thomas). Sisters Toshi Hashigaya, Yoshiko Kamura, and Akiko Shibata, grandchildren Bret, Jadyn, Justin, Mika, Alexa, great grandson Travis and countless nieces and nephews. Funeral Service: Monday, 11:00 am, at Nolan - Fidale Funeral Home Ltd., 5980 Chichester Ave, Aston Burial: Immaculate Heart Of Mary Cemetery, Linwood. Visitation: Monday, from 9:30-10:45am, at the funeral home. MEMORIAL DONATIONS may be made to Friends for Friends at www.fffcharity.com Condolences: may be made by visiting www.nolanfidale.com.