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Priscilla Redfern Obituary

Priscilla Ester Boggs Redfern of Downingtown Priscilla Ester Boggs Redfern, 75, passed away on April 10, 2013 in the Neighborhood Hospice Facility in West Chester. She was the wife of Earl Redfern. Born in Berwyn, she was the daughter of the late Matthews Shippens and Alice Boggs. She was a graduate of the Apex School of Beauty in Philadelphia and retired from the Environmental Service Department of the Devereux Schools. She was a member of Church of Deliverance where she served in various capacities. She enjoyed many things, among them included cooking, baking, football, basketball and being involved in street ministries. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her sons, Mark E. Redfern of Downingtown, Donald E. Redfern of Coatesville and Scott L. Redfern of Glenmoore; five grandchildren; her sister, Gloria Lopp of Downingtown; devoted niece and nephew Annette and Haneef Shabazz, a host of additional nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her daughter, Lori Ann Redfern and sister, Jane Boggs Purcell. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday April 19, from the Church of Deliverance, 199 Bradford Ave., Downingtown. Relatives and friends may call from 9 a.m. until time of services on Friday, at the church. Interment will be in the Rolling Green Memorial Park West Chester. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to Emmett Golden Hunt Memorial Chapel, Inc. Coatesville, 610-380-8000.

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Published by The Daily Local from Apr. 16 to Apr. 17, 2013.

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Priscilla Bryant

April 21, 2013

Donnie and family, you have my condolences, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mom was a wonderful and GODLY person.To be absent for the body is to be present with the LORD. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Adranih Ragland-Ernay

April 19, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Sherri Worrell

April 18, 2013

My condolences & deepest sympathy to the entire Redfern family at this time of sorrow. May you all find peace and strength as you continue on your journey. With love, Sherri Worrell & family!

April 18, 2013

My deepest sympathy at the loss of beloved Patty. -- Love Joyce Ward

Renee Gallman-Jones

April 18, 2013

Mark and Family:

Sorry to learn of your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you.

tina thompson

April 17, 2013

Your life was full of loving deeds, Forever thoughtful of our special needs,
Today and tomorrow, our whole life through, we will always love and cherish you

Becky,Alasha.andPaul Anderson

April 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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