George Sydnor Street Naming Saturday In Garrett Hill: UPDATE

RADNOR, PA —George Frederick Sydnor, the first African American police officer in Radnor Township and a Villanova track star, will be forever remembered in his hometown in the Garrett Hill section of the township.

The public is invited to a street naming ceremony from noon to 12:45 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, St. John AME Church, Rosemont, 930 Conestoga Road.

Sydnor passed away on March 18, 2022.

Besides being a township police officer, Sydnor was also the first African-American police detective in Radnor.

He stayed on the police force for 15 years before moving to the private sector. He also worked as a private security supervisor at Wyeth Laboratories and West Chester University.

He was a standout sprinter at Haverford High School and Villanova University. He was also a star running back at Haverford High School.

He was a runner for Villanova University's IC4A and NCAA championship track teams, and a two-time co-holder of the 60-yard dash world record, according to his obituary.

After his retirement, Sydnor was a popular crossing guard in Garrett Hill.

He raised seven children, 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Pre-registration is available here.