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Theodore Scairato, Sr. Way

August 25, 2022

On August 19, 2022, the 2900 block of South Sydenham Street was ceremoniously renamed “Theodore Scairato, Sr. Way” to honor the life and legacy of Theodore “Ted” Scairato, Sr. for serving the South Philadelphia Community for over 70 years. 

Ted served on the Sports Complex Special Services District (SCSSD) Board of Directors from the very beginning, as the District 4 Community Director for 17 years, until his passing in 2018.  Ted was instrumental in the creation and design of the SCSSD-funded All Wars Memorial and garden, located at 15th Street & Moyamensing Avenue.  SCSSD is grateful for Ted’s many years of service and is proud to see his name above his beloved street.