By Chris Barber
Contributing Writer

The Unionville Community Fair, during its centennial year, bestowed its 2024 dedication to late Chester County Press publisher Randall Lieberman at a ceremony on Saturday.

He was praised by former Fair President and lifetime “Grand Dame” Bonnie Musser for his support not only for the fair, but for many events in the community.

She said he was so enthusiastic about the fair that he provided the annual catalog and its production at no cost to the fair.

Musser said that Randy’s enthusiasm and love for the Unionville Community Fair and the Kennett Square Mushroom Festival were obvious. He loved being a part of both events.

Randy’s family was on hand for the presentation at the Willowdale Steeplechase grounds. As part of the presentation, a scholarship in Randy’s memory was awarded.

Musser said Lieberman never sought attention about his public service.

“He’s probably looking down now and saying why are you making a big fuss over this?” She said.

Lieberman died in December of 2023 after a brief and unexpected illness.

On hand for the fair ceremony were Randy’s wife, Amy, his son Stone, his daughter, Avery and two granddaughters, Violet and Josephine.

Also speaking at the ceremony was State Rep. Christina Sappey, D-158, of West Bradford. She presented Musser with citations not only from the State House of Representatives, but one also from the U.S. House.

The Lieberman dedication was followed by an assemblage of former fair queens on the stage, going as far back as 1940 Queen Laura Case Deckman, who lined up with many who followed in the years after.