ADRIANCE CHADWICK "WICKY" DAYTON

ADRIANCE DAYTON Obituary

DAYTON
ADRIANCE CHADWICK "WICKY"
The Guard and Dayton families are heart-broken to report the passing of Wicky Dayton. She died peacefully in her sleep at 68 years-old on January 7, 2020 while vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. She was staying with Gloria Guard, her spouse, lifelong friend and constant companion.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Jan. 12, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for ADRIANCE DAYTON

12 Entries

Gail Bocaccino Rouleau

June 9, 2025

I just found out about this and boy did it hit me, I met Wicky at Huntley horse Center. she was a very unique individual. Such a fun and free spirit! I remember her and her dogs fondly... Amoreena and Halfdog. I wish we had stayed in touch, but we did not, but she had a profound influence on my life, probably the reason I have dogs now. The only photos I have we were both so young. I know nothing about her later life but I am so sorry to hear about her passing. I have googled her name many times and only just recently found out that she is no longer with us. My sympathy to family and friends...

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MICHELE COAD

January 4, 2021

I knew Wicky in the 1970's, on a horse farm in Tennessee. I was the instructor, and Wicky the most delightful of students. The students and I all lived in a large house on the farm, with I believe about 7 house dogs, with dozens of horses out our door. It was there that Wicky taught me how to love bugs. There were huge bugs in Tennesee, which caused me fear and disgust. Wicky's response, ;though, was to make lovely little bug cages from small sticks, and keep the bugs to look at for awhile before returning them to freedom. She thought them gorgeous! When I expressed fear and aversion to the critters, Wicky taught me how to love them, to delight in them. I still think of her so fondly, her enthusiasm for life, her loving temperament, her fun loving and affectionate nature. Her passing makes me so sad! But, I am glad she went peacefully and that she was with her dear friend and spouse in a sunny and beautiful place. My condolences to her families and to Gloria. I am so very sorry for your loss. Wicky was a unique and dear person, and the world will miss her.

MICHELE COAD

January 4, 2021

I knew Wicky in Tennessee, when she was taking a riding instructor course in the early 1970's. Wicky was a precious person, so loving, so dear. I was the riding instructor there, at that horse farm. It was warm there in Tennessee, and there were BUGS that were, well quite large and intimidating. Wicky made bug cages, and caught the most beautiful beetles. She taught me to love bugs, to relish them, to appreciate them. Even spiders. It was a measure of her loveableness that I took her instruction to heart. We had so much fun that year, all the girls and me. And Wicky was the center of it all, a person of delight and joy and tenderness. I am so very sorry to hear of her death, and I send condolences to her family and to her wife, Gloria. I am glad she found love and deep friendship, and joy. This makes me so sad,but I am glad she had a peaceful end with someone she loved. She deserved that.

Serena Nino

January 30, 2020

Wicky I will miss you! We have known each other for many years. I am so glad we were friends. You sweet kind spirit will live on in my heart.

Scott

January 25, 2020

I just heard about the passing of Wicky. My heart is broken
My heart and prayers and love go out to Gloria and all the family.

Xoxoxo
Scott

Brenda Miller

January 23, 2020

Hey Boss,
I miss you so bad. You were the best friend I have ever had. We had so much fun together- plowing snow; working together on PEC projects. Drinking those sweet little cans of coffee and talking and laughing. Going here and there with Mighty Dog. We were family. Still are.

Dear Gloria, My deepest condolences to you. And to the whole Dayton and Guard families. I bow deeply in sadness and sympathy.

Wicky was the best of the best. A truly 'good' loving and selfless human being.Thank you, Wick. Deep bows to you, my friend.

Toni Thompson

January 19, 2020

To the family of Wicky Dayton, I was so saddened by the news about Wicky. We had lost touch with one another over the years. I left the area back in the 1970's but returned briefly which is when we reconnected. I loved her sweet soul just like when we were teens. I am so happy she found the love of her life and had a happy marriage. That makes me happy just knowing that. I have so many wonderful memories. Some being naughty teens but one memory in particular was how we spent the summer in Europe with her parents, brother and his friend. Six weeks and I can still remember details of two friends having the best time. This is embarrassing but I can remember the two of us standing on our hotel balcony in Sorrento, Italy singing, "Where The Boys Are". What a sight that must of been! Another memory was her Dad driving on the Amalfi Drive and we were in a six car accident and NO ONE spoke the same language. No one was hurt thank goodness but what a sight that must of been. All yelling in different languages. I think Mr Dayton was speechless. Wicky has always had a special place in my heart and always will. To everyone reading this that doesn't take the time to reach out to old friends like me please do. Or tell loved ones how much they mean to you. Please do!! None of us know how long we will be on this earth. It hurts just knowing I didn't get to tell Wicky how much she meant to me. Sending love and prayers to all that loved our friend Wicky. Love, Toni Infantino Thompson

January 15, 2020

My heart hurts... I never forgot you, Wicky. The new girl at school from Knoxville, Tennessee Who was just the cutest girl ever... My partner in crime...how did we ever survive that horrible accident? Wicked girls cutting school! Id like to say that cured us, but it didnt. I remember Ann, your housekeeper when I spent the night at your house on Monk Rd. She was such a sweetheart and loved you so. You were the one that introduced me to soul music, and it was real soul. To this day its my favorite music, and Ive often thought of you over the years when listening...Im so glad I saw you at our last high school reunion; I still felt so connected to you. Rest In Peace, my old friend. I hope we meet again...Heaven has gained a beautiful new angel.
Love you, Mindy

Joe Forrest

January 14, 2020

Wicky,
My heart is so sad. Man did we have fun and love. Carol and Christopher share the sadness. Gloria, my heart goes out to you. I remember well my role in getting you two together. Wicky would drag me to whatever diner or coffee shop where you were so she could gaze at you and was actually timid to approach you. Boy did she have it bad for you. Remembering that and how nervous she was makes me smile.
Love
Joe

Betsy & Perry Cohn

January 12, 2020

Thought we were done crying, then saw the beautiful tribute to Wicky and Gloria here. So many good memories of being with them in PV. Time time time. Light a star.

April Moosbrugger

January 12, 2020

I love you, DEEP

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