When someone retires from their longtime job, it's customary for others to put together a retirement party to commemorate a job well done. But a retiring Philadelphia crossing guard wanted to do things a little differently.
For the past 20 years Marie Garrison has provided a safe passage for kids and adults at an intersection in Port Richmond. Over the years, her friendliness and warmth have made her a staple in the community.
After two decades of memories, Garrison wanted to do something special for the community before she hung up her yellow vest. On a beautiful late-spring Friday, Garrison organized a mini block party for as a thank you and a last hurrah.
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