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Middlef ieldPOST Volume 10 ~ Issue 11

Dec. 9, 2015

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Neighborly News from Middlefield, Parkman, Huntsburg and Surrounding Communities

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Middlefield Recognition Page 2 - 5

Cardinal Schools Pages 6 - 7

Christmas In Middlefield (right) The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Middlefield on Nov. 27, 2015 in downtown at the park on the corner of Routes 608 and 87. Adding to the festivities, the Cardinaires performed and attendees enjoyed hot beverages and cookies donated by UH Geauga. This annual event is sponsored by the Village of Middlefield. Thank you Nick and Jess G i a rd i n a f o r d o n a t i n g lights for the tree and Phil Smallwood for placing the star.

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Berkshire Schools Page 12 (left) Note the tree in the center of the intersection. According to Middlefield historian Rick Seyer, this photo was taken Dec. 24, 1935 and the view is looking eastward on High Street, downtown Middlefield. The tree was placed by the ‘Middlefield Board of Trade’ later known as the Chamber of Commerce. MP Photo/Rick Seyer)

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Over the next year the Middlefield Post will be holding monthly digital photo contests. All entries need to be submitted to editor@middlefieldpost. com. All photos submitted will be published online at www. middlefieldpost.com. A winning photo will be chosen each month, set aside for a 2017 area calendar and will be published in the Middlefield Post. Categories are as follows: January - snow, February - winter scene, can include animals/people, March - mud/water/flooding, April - spring, May - flowers/trees, June - weddings/family, July summer, August - back to school, September - The Great Geauga County Fair, October - Autumn/ Halloween, November - Harvest/ Continued on Page 19

Richard Geraci of Middlefield provided the perfect photo opp for promoting this contest. He makes an annual muchappreciated effort to decorate his home for the enjoyment of passersby. “My father Albert loved Christmas and decorating,” commented Geraci about the project. “I know he’d like it and I’m a Christian Catholic; we believe Christ is the light so we decorate with lights, also my church-sister Joyce Fisher and her husband Bill, for years, had that wonderful display on Thompson Street, so I took over for those wonderful Christmas-loving people.” He adds, “I encourage others to join in.”

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(l-r) Mayor Ben Garlich and Dave Harrington (l-r) Billie Warren and Jeff Zeigler

(l-r) Police Chief Joe Tucholski and Charles “Skip” Boehnlein (l-r) Mayor Ben Garlich and Phil Smallwood

Middlefield Village Appreciates Citizens During the Village of Middlefield regular Council meeting Dec. 3, Mayor Ben Garlich, Billie Warren, recreation director and Police Chief Joe Tucholski announced several appreciation awards for citizens who consistently donated time, energy and resources to benefit the community. They are listed below:

(l-r) Billie Warren and Bruce Mahler

(l-r) Mayor Ben Garlich and Ken Humphrey

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Nick and Jess Giardina – for their generous donation for the downtown Christmas lighting Rebecca Miller – for her continued participation in the T.N.R. Program of the feral cats in the Village of Middlefield John Avalon – for his years of volunteering/ coaching for The Middlefield Recreation Department Tom Delong – for his continued support of the Village, Police And Recreation Programs Walmart – for their continued support of the village, police and recreation programs Great Lakes Outdoors – for their support of the Shop-With-A-Cop Program Milt Boggs – for his years of volunteering/ coaching with the Recreation Department Steve Marcu – for his continued support of the Recreation Department through the Nina Marcu Scholarship Fund East Geauga Kiwanis –for improvements to Mineral Lake Park facilities Save-A-Lot – for their continued support of the Fill-A-Police-Cruiser Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen – Tina Rasmussen – for their continued support of the Shop-With-A-Cop program Dave Harrington – for the donation of the use of Harrington Square Mall for Summer Fest Jeff Zeigler – for his continued support of

the schools and the area youth Brian Zeigler – for his continued support of the schools and the area youth Friends Of Mike’s – for their continued support of the schools Virginia Davis – for her continued support of the schools Middlefield VFW – for their support of the Shop-With-A-Cop and the Recreation Department Dairy Queen – for their support of the Middlefield Recreation Department and the Middlefield Activities Committee Burton Post 459 American Legion – for their support of the Shop-With-A-Cop program Tony Duncan – for donation of his time and dedication to the Village Ric and Janet Weirick – for their continued support of the schools and the area youth Bruce Mahler – for his donation of toys to various organizations Greg McClain – University Hospitals – for the donation of the hot chocolate and cookies at the tree lighting Rotary Club – for remodeling the Girl Scout Lodge Mark Merryfield – for donation of electrical work at Summer Fest Flambeau – for continued support of the Cops N’ Kids Fishing Program Phil Smallwood – for installation of the Christmas Tree lighting

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Middlefield Village Appreciates Citizens

(l-r) Billie Warren and Brian Zeigler

(l-r) Mayor Ben Garlich and Carl Hornung

Carl Hofstetter (left) received commendation from Mayor Garlich for the many years he has served on Village Council . (l-r) Police Chief Joe Tucholski and Jeff Gardner

(l-r) Billie Warren and Virginia Davis (l-r) Mayor Ben Garlich and Matt and Marie Halloway

(l-r) Billie Warren and Milt Boggs

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“His Daughter”, a new shop in town, celebrated their Grand Opening on Dec. 5 with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. (l-r) Carl Hornung, Middlefield council member; Dave McDowell, Middlefield Economic Committee, Carl Hofstetter, landlord and Middlefield council member, Dorothy Hofstetter, landlord; Middlefield Mayor Ben Garlich; Felicia Timas and Tracy Reid, co-owners of His Daughter; Rick Reid; Kathie Miller; Mike Timas and Luke Timas.

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“His Daughter” a new shop in town celebrated their Grand Opening on Dec. 5 with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Be sure to visit this one-of-a-kind store that features Felicia Timas’ trademark handcrafted soaps, essential oils, diffusers, as well as Tracy Reid’s vintage home decor; small pieces of furniture; signs; pictures and much more. Also on the team is artisan Sabine Weizer offering high quality hand-knit hats, scarves and baby booties. Ask about locally-made honey and hand dipped bees wax candles. His Daughter is located next to Karl’s Jewelry at 15960 E. High St. in Middlefield. Shop hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesdays and Sundays closed. Call 440-487-0724 about an essential oils informational class on Jan. 11 at 6 p.m.

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The Katz and Rulong families from Middlefield enjoyed photos, crafts and snacks with Santa on Dec. 5. This event is sponsored by the Village of Middlefield and organized by MAC (Middlefield Activities Committee).

Christmas Greetings! With many good wishes for Christmas and the coming year.

On Dec. 5 at Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen, Tina Rasmussen, manager (front center) and helpers from MYAK, Middlefield police and Village officials sold tickets for their Annual Chinese Auction to benefit the Shop-With-A-Cop program and the Food Cupboard at the Middlefield First United Methodist Church. More than $4,900 was raised from the 135 people that attended.

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Village of Middlefield Update

By Mayor Ben Garlich

t has and will continue to be a very busy month for all of us. It seems the Christmas season is very enjoyable but also is very demanding of our time. I admire those who find additional time during this season to help support others. I want to give special credit to the following groups that give “the extra” this busy time of year. This past Saturday, Kiwanis held Stuff-The-Bus collecting gifts for those less fortunate. M.A.C (Middlefield Activities Committee) held it’s annual Snacks With Santa providing free refreshments, crafts and photos with Santa for area children. In the afternoon Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen hosted their annual, massive Chinese raffle whose proceeds are given to local food cupboards and our Shop-With-A-Cop program. This Saturday the Middlefield Police will be holding their second Fill-A-Cruiser event. They collect non-perishable food items for

Christmas food distribution organized by SS Edwards Lucy Parish. Saturday evening our police officers will be shopping with children from 25 families assisting to provide a more enjoyable Christmas. The coordination for these events takes months and many hours of planning. Thanks to all of you that find the extra time and energy to help others. I recently had the privilege to cut grand-opening ribbons for two new Village businesses Flowers by Emily and His Daughter. Both of these businesses bring a new dimension to our retail base. I appreciate their investment in our community and the additional value. I encourage each of us to remember local business-success depends on our support. I wish them both and all local businesses a successful 2016. I wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and look forward to a positive 2016. Please be informed, be involved, s h o p M i d d l e f i e l d a n d v i s i t www.middlefieldohio.com.

Middlefield Recreation Adult Coloring Contest

By Rick Seyer

A Look Back in Time

This is the original White Bros. grocery store in the early 1950s. At the time this was the most modern grocery store in Geauga county because of the new “self serve” concept. Until then, you went in to a store and the clerk gathered your order. Sign says “Stretch Your Pay The Self Serve Way”. White Bros. was believed to be the first store in the area to donate a portion of their sales to any non-profit group in the county. They started a “Give To Charity” program were these groups would save the receipts from shopping there, turned them in and then White Bros. would donate 1 percent back of the total. Many a local group received thousands of dollars this way. This building currently houses Healthy Pursuit, Middlefield Sign, El Hombre Barber Shop, Smart Shopper and Coco Beans Cafe. The building next door is the Geauga Vision building.

The Middlefield Recreation Department is holding an Adult Coloring Contest to help celebrate the holiday season. The contest is for those 18 and older and the deadline to return the colored page to the Recreation Office at 14860 N. State Ave. is Dec. 21 (between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.) and the winners will be called on Dec. 23 to collect their prize. Go to www.middlefieldohio.com to print the coloring picture and good luck?

The East Geauga Kiwanis asked area shoppers to Stuff this Bus on Dec. 5 at Walmart in Middlefield. All of the items and money collected will be given to Geauga Job and Family Services to be distributed to area families in need this holiday season. (l-r) Tom McAuley, Duane Siracki, Linda Humphrey, Ken Humphrey, Katie Fazi and Bill Finzel.

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This photo is of the Printing Plant of The Middlefield Messenger, Middlefield’s first weekly newspaper, taken probably around 1900. Shown here are editor Lee Murdock (right) with Joe White. The Messenger began publishing in the early 1890s and was printed one page at a time on a hand operated press. The name was changed to The Middlefield Times in 1903. It was later consolidated with Burton’s newspaper Geauga Leader and the name was changed to the Geauga Times Leader and continued publishing until 1993.

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Decorate your home and business this holiday season and win! The Middlefield Recreation Department is sponsoring its Annual Home For the Holidays Decorating Contest. Judging will take place on Dec. 10 starting at 7 p.m. Be sure to leave your lights on - business and residential - throughout the evening! Two residential categories - Traditional and Clark Griswold - two winners! Business - one category - Traditional - one winner !

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Airman Brittany Misterka skyped with students at Cardinal Intermediate School from Eglin Air Force Base in Florida to talk about her job in the Air Force and show them pictures. The call was part of a special Veteran’s Day assembly at the school. Airman Misterka also read a story and then recited the Pledge of Allegiance with everyone in attendance. “It was beautiful and in unison, students were so excited,” said principal Kelly Bearer. During the call, Airman Misterka got to see her mom, a Cardinal employee, and her grandparents (her grandfather is a veteran) who were also in attendance.

Cardinal Launches Let’s Talk! The Cardinal School District is pleased to announce the implementation of the Let’s Talk! communication tool which will allow them to better listen to what you, the Cardinal community, has to say. Through feedback and commentary. Your questions, comments, concerns, and feedback are important to Cardinal; they hope you’ll take time to view the tool and engage with them. Let’s Talk! can be found on the District page of the website, www.cardinalschools.org.

Cardinal Tops Grand Valley Cardinal coach Jon Cummins played just seven players in the non-conference game against visiting Grand Valley. Five of them scored in double figures to lead the Huskies to a 72-60 win. Jake Francis led the way with 17 points, Robbie Muhl scored 13, Craig Kaser had 12 and both Andrew Miller and Luke Timas contributed with 11. Cody Naftzger added six points in the win. “We came out and played really, really well,” Cummins said. “I was happy with as hard as the kids came out and played from the get-go. They were ready to play.”Cardinal (20) managed to find seams in Grand Valley’s zone defense in the first half to take a 38-23 lead into the locker room. The Mustangs changed things up in the second half, which allowed them to climb back into the game. Cardinal led just 49-45 after three quarters.“We knew Grand Valley was a pretty athletic team. They’re long. They have a really lanky team and they do a good job of cutting off our passing alleys and lanes with their length. They actually went into a zone in the first half. We were able to do OK with that,” Cummins said. “In the third quarter they went into a trapping, full court zone press. It took us half that quarter to figure it out. That’s why it cut into the lead a little bit.” Through two games, the Huskies are averaging over 62 points per game. Kaser’s ability to find the open shooter has played a big role in that early success. “Craig really controlled the game for us,” Cummins said. “He did an excellent job of getting into the lane and getting some nice dishes to our two big guys. Jake Francis had about eight field goals. He was right next to the basket because Craig just put them on a plate right for him and he laid it in. He did an excellent job running the show out there.”Muhl came off the bench to ignite the Huskies with nine points in the second quarter. “He shot really well,” Cummins said. “He did an excellent job coming off the bench for us. He played really well.” Hayden Cummins scored two points for the Huskies.

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These Cardinal High School students represented at the CVC Honors Choir at Cuyahoga Heights High School on Monday, Nov. 21. They are (front row, l-r) Michelle Michael (senior), Rachael Chapman (senior), Kathryn Dhayer (senior) and Jocelyn Bowling (senior). (back row l-r) Max Warner (junior), Korey Valentine (junior), Patrick Lanstrum (sophomore) and James Deck (sophomore). (MP Photo/CHS)

The Kiwanis awarded outstanding third graders from Cardinal Intermediate School as chosen by their teacher are (l to r) Damion Windell, Kayleigh Duncan and Frankie Corrao. Not pictured is Madisyn Mach. They each received a certificate and four literature books on Nov. 17, 2015. (MP Photo/CHS)

It’s a Spring Thing Tickets to support the Cardinal After-Prom Fundraiser are $10 each and can be purchased at Geauga Auto Parts, Sears Hometown Store and Shelter Office Solutions. The winner has their choice of a lawn mower, gas grill or powered pressure washer. Drawing will be held on Apr. 1, 2016 and the winner need not be present. Proceeds go to Cardinal After-Prom. Please make checks payable to Cardinal Schools. (l-r) Austin J. receives a grade level award from third-grade teacher Mr. Topalian during the CIS Academic Rallies held on Tuesday, Nov. 17. (MP Photo/CHS)

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Students at Cardinal Intermediate School were recognized for their achievements in the classroom during the first-grading period. Students attended a special ceremony in the gym where they received certificates for Straight As, Honor Roll, Merit Roll, Related Arts, Huskie Pride, Summer Reading, Kiwanis, Accelerated Reading, and Grade Level achievements. The rallies are an excellent way to involve students in positive behaviors and provide motivation for students to continue their hard work into the next grading period.

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Seventh graders are learning to knit in Mrs. Casavecchia’s Study Assist time, thanks to a generous donation from the NeedleArts Mentoring Program, through The National NeedleArts Association. Studies show knitting and participating in knitting groups can benefit students in an academic setting since the activity helps foster key habits such as persistence, concentration, and collaboration, help develop fine-motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and math and language skills. Students taking advantage of this Study Assist activity say they’re enjoying their relaxing new hobby. “I love to knit during Study Assist because it keeps me concentrated and gives me a goal to get my work done so I can do something I like,” said student Chauna L.

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Wintry wishes for a happy holiday season and our sincere thanks for your loyalty and goodwill throughout the year. Leadership Geauga County is proud to announce on its 20th anniversary that D. Kevin O’Reilly will be honored as the 2016 Emerald Leader. (l-r) Nancy and Kevin O’Reilly, and Dr. Bob Faehnle

Kevin O’Reilly Named 2016 Emerald Leader Leadership Geauga County is proud to announce on its 20th anniversary that D. Kevin O’Reilly will be honored as the 2016 Emerald Leader. Born May 5, 1942 in Cleveland, Kevin met his wife Nancy in 1965 on a bus trip to the New York City World’s Fair and they were married Oct. 15, 1966. Their family grew to include 29 children and grandchildren, 24 who reside in Geauga County and five in Fayette County. Three generations of this family have participated in the Leadership Geauga County programs. Following O’Reilly’s graduation from Cleveland Marshall Law School, the O’Reilly’s moved to Hambden Township. Kevin established his law practice above Rickard’s Bakery on Chardon Square and remained there until he moved it to a renovated house on Court Street. Kevin worked as an assistant prosecutor under Gene Henry from 1970-1971. O’Reilly has been a servant leader in Geauga County for 47 years, always giving of his time and talents and never expecting anything in return. From his early days as assistant County prosecutor or his tenure as Hambden County trustee, he has the best interests of the people of Geauga County at heart. O’Reilly’s service to the community began on the board of Birthright in Chardon. Through the years, he was a Hambden Township trustee (1978-1982) and served on the boards of The Great Geauga County Fair, Geauga County Historical Society, Geauga Farm Bureau, Leadership Geauga, OSU Extension Advisory, and Ohio Farm Bureau Policy Development. He was a member of St. Mary’s Parish Council, Geauga County Maple Leaf Square Dance Team, the Burton Chamber of Commerce, and the St. Helen’s Life Teen Ministry program. Kevin volunteers for the tough jobs and prefers to be the worker bee, never seeking the spotlight. One word to describe Kevin would be integrity. He is honest and sincere and serves others with a humble heart. D, Kevin O’Reilly will be formally recognized as the 2016 Emerald Leader at the Leadership Geauga Emerald Ball on March 5 at the Bertram Inn and Conference Center. Reservations can be made by calling the Leadership Geauga office 440-286-8115 or at www.leadershipgeauga.org. Contact Leadership Geauga County, 440-286-8115 or ExecutiveDirector@leadershipgeauga.org.

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Paul Miller, Honest Scales Recycling, John Kuhns, Country Side Furnishings and Dave Detweiler, B.C.S. Design, informed the GGP membership about doing business Amish-style Dec. 4 at Kent State Geauga in Burton.

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Paul Miller, of Honest Scales Recycling, John Kuhns, of Country Side Furnishings and Dave Detweiler of B.C.S. Design addressed a packed house at Kent State Geauga in Burton on Dec. 4. These three Amish men recounted their stories, sharing how each of their companies began and grew. Miller explained, in 1996 he started part-time in the recycling business and after seeing a demand for integrity in the

business and sensing the opportunity for growth he established Honest Scales Recycling in 2005, answering the increased demand for recycled materials. Honest Scales is located just north of Middlefield on Burton Windsor Road. Call 440-632-3083. Kuhns needed a business that would suit unique needs within the family and he, with help, began Countryside Furnishings which is located on Nauvoo Road just northeast of Middlefield. Call 440-632-0248.

Detweiler told the crowd his business growth wasn’t planned or intentional other than to meet the demands of the construction market. His trade services evolved from dry wall application to custom welding and now includes powder coating. These three businessmen shared their stories of success and the challenges along the way. Each proving the need to be

innovative and adaptable. These businesses thrive in spite of the specific challenges faced regarding modern technological demands. There is clearly a unique struggle they face to maintain their Amish principles and yet successfully operate a business in this era of electronic devices, but they do it and they do it well.

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(l-r) Mrs. Karen Fortier, Katie Reese, Kylee Minick, Abby Carlson, Ashley Richardson, Abigail Michener, Julia Beasley, Amber Bowman, Cori Rockefeller, Audrey Walsh, Jessica Conklin, Ashlynn Womack, Aiden Burkley, Olivia Przybyla and laying down is Ethan Durman. (MP Photo/BSD)

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Berkshire art students were invited to the Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) on Nov. 20 to experience their facility and meet resident artists, past and present students. Everyone was given a grand tour which included another facility called “The Think Box” where students worked along with professional artists from the area and artists from Case Western Reserve. Students considering a career in the art field were asked to attend this event.

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On Thursday, Dec. 3, the Berkshire chapter of the National Honor Society inducted nine new members. The ceremony was held in the small gym in front of parents and the entire junior and senior classes. Congratulations to Melissa Braun, Abigail Carlson, Katie Dingman, Cennidie Hall, Julia Losasso, Danielle O’Conke, Breanna Pennypacker, Nathan Shultz, and Kylie Scott.

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Burton Elementary Students Outstanding

The East Geauga Kiwanis Club recently gave recognition to third graders from Burton Elementary School for being outstanding students as chosen by their teachers. They all received a certificate and four elementary fiction books from the club.

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together. Here she likes the chance to be with different kids and get to know more students. She also liked the subject testing procedure at NDCL better than in Germany where grades depend on oral participation plus the grade on exams, that are given at greater intervals. Public transportation is prevalent and easy to use in Germany. Young people usually ride their bikes to school and to their friends’ homes. Here everything is so far apart that you have to have a car to get around. She finds that these greater distances limit social life for teens. In addition, on three days of the week the students at her German school are out at 1:15 p.m. Host parents Chris and Patti Schmid said they are amazed at how similar teenagers are. They use technology easily to keep in touch. Lea-Sophie can Skype her parents and text her friends. Being an exchange student years ago involved a longer, sharper separation from your family life and friends. You would have written a letter home (anyone remember that?) and most probably would not have been able to afford an international phone call. During her four months here, LeaSophie traveled with her host family to see Niagara Falls, Ocean City, Maryland, Cambridge, Ohio and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. She will be back home with her family for Christmas.

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Rachel McKinney has been teaching at Hershey Montessori Farm School in Huntsburg since 2002, serving as the farm manager and guide. She teaches ninth and 10th grade sciences and developed the land-based Biology and Upper School curriculums. Rachel guides her students to generate questions and analyze the science needed to find answers and understand increasingly important issues. Each year her students inventory the diversity of species on their property and record their findings. Some of this year’s research projects included the production of biochar to sequester carbon in the soil, comparing the growth rates of organic and non-organic seeds, and methods to improve pH of their waste water treatment pond. Rachel used the remodeling of a student residence building as an opportunity for her students to consult with the architect and research green building designs, materials, and considerations. Each year her students research a relevant issue of human impact on the environment, then host an annual colloquium, inviting parents, neighbors, local professionals, and experts to share their findings on topics like waters of the Great Lakes Basin, oil and gas production in northeast Ohio, and local food issues. With an open mind and compassionate heart, Rachel possesses a vast amount of talent and passion to help others learn. Both Tammy Schreffler and Rachel McKinney are creative, talented, and dedicated educators who make Geauga County proud. Congratulations to Tammy and Rachel, Geauga SWCD’s Conservation Education Teachers of the Year.

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$1.25. When it comes to buying something at the many stalls or street venders, you must barter with the vender. It saves money and puts fun into the purchase. So we left the southern part of the State and traveled north to Flagstaff. On our way we stopped at Sedona. On the road off the interstate to Sedona, there is an interesting church worth the time to stop. The last time we visited the area we noticed the small airplane landing area atop a small mountain. We continued north on the twisty windy road and uphill to Flagstaff. East of Flagstaff there is Walnut Canyon, Arizona with old Indian buildings. Further north is the Grand Canyon. That is a must to visit. I heard one man’s remark as he jumped out of his car, “It’s just a damn big hole in the ground,” and he got back into his car and drove off. In the evening with the sun close to setting, the color of the interior of the canyon is fantastic. I rode a mule into the canyon and the start was very discouraging. It had snowed earlier and the ceiling was down to ground level. As we took off down the trail our heads were in the clouds. A short time later we could see a little more of the trail. Shortly the canyon became visible and looking up the clouds looked like someone had used a huge knife and cut them off, the end of the cloud was straight up. We got down angel point where we could see the river. We will be back to the Grand Canyon later, seeing as I was on both the north and south rims. Donald Benham was born Nov. 28, 1919 in Ashtabula. He served in World War II in the Army Transportation Corps, worked on the railroad for 38 years and in contracting for 12 and now resides at Brooks House Assisted Living in Hiram.

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Shirley Anne Richards, 77, longtime resident of Huntsburg, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015 at The Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Shirley is reunited with her beloved husband Keith A. Richards, married over 51 years before he died Jan. 11, 2009. She was a former employee of the Cleveland Indians in the payroll department and retired from Huntsburg Elementary School where she worked in the library for 35 years. Her memberships included the Huntsburg Congregational Church, the Geauga County Retired Teachers Association and the Wahoo Club. Her hobbies included traveling, knitting, crocheting and volunteering at the Geauga County Senior Center and at The Great Geauga County Fair. She will be missed by her family and friends; three children, Keith (Dianne) of Elko, Minnesota, Kevin (Laurie) of Columbus, and Kim (Eric) Grimme of Portland, Oregon; six grandchildren, Jonathan, Elizabeth, Cameron, Jenna, William and Catherine; two sisters, Beverly (Paul) Eckard of North Olmstead and Debby (Tom) Kelly of Cleveland; and her sister-in-law Dorte Hau. Shirley is preceded in death by her husband, Keith; her parents and her brother, James Hau. A memorial fund may be made in the name of Keith and Shirley Richards to the Cardinal Athletic Boosters, in care of Andy Cardinal, PO Box 188, Middlefield, OH 44062. Online condolences may be sent at www.russellslyfh.com.

Home Delivered Meal Drivers Needed The Geauga County Department on Aging needs Home Delivered Meal Drivers who, once trained, can deliver meals as a substitute when the regular driver is unavailable. They may volunteer once a month or as often as they would like. Companies and civic groups can volunteer as a group and organize their members to reduce the number of times each individual drives. Meal routes are delivered Monday through Friday and provide a nutritious lunch for 10 to15 homebound seniors. If you are 18 years or older, have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance, the Department on Aging needs your help. Call the Geauga County Department on Aging, 440-279-2130, and start helping to get much needed meals to Geauga County seniors.

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Robert J. Rittwage, 90, of Burton (formerly of Madison), passed away peacefully Nov. 28, 2015 at Burton Health Care. He was born March 5, 1925 in Harrisburg, Pa. Robert was a U.S. Army Veteran who served in World War II. Robert also retired after 40 years from the Ohio Rubber Company. He was known to many as a wonderful man who enjoyed making things with his hands while tinkering around the garage. Robert will be missed by his loving companion of over 20 years, Barbara Polcar; daughterin-law, Dawn Rittwage; son, Robert Rittwage; grandchildren, Sarah (Hanna Winter) Rittwage, Peter (Michelle) Rittwage, Danielle (Brandon) Walters, Amanda Rittwage; two brothers and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Norma (Embacher) Rittwage; and son, Matthew Rittwage. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com. Margaret Helen Thompson, 95 of Parkman, went to be with our Lord on Dec. 2, 2015. Margaret was born April 11, 1920 in Carrolltown, Pa. to Luke and Bertha (Lehmier) Dunlap Margaret is survived by her six children, Carol Mendez, Paul Dorsch, Roseann Dorsch, Perry Thompson, Robert Thompson and Audrey Marchetti; five grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Margaret was one of 10 children and is survived by her sister Betty Peters of Santa Rosa Calif. and her brother Dave Dunlap of Canaan, Maine. Margaret was active at St. Edwards Church in Parkman. She enjoyed quilting, making candy, sewing crafts and helping and taking care of people. Burial was in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Chesterland. In Lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to UH Hospice, 4510 Richmond Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44128. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.russellslyfh.com.

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Volunteers Needed for Geauga Clean-Up Local Seniors need your help with fall yard clean up. Invite some friends to join you and volunteer during the 2015 Geauga Fall Clean-Up Days for Seniors running through November. Many local seniors can no longer rake their yards, weed flower beds, clean up debris, or wash windows. By volunteering just a few hours, you can help a senior citizen remain independent and allow them to live in a safe, clean environment. Individuals or groups may contact Kristen Bibby, Volunteer Coordinator or Bob Debevits, Home Maintenance Coordinator at the Department on Aging, 440-279-2130, 440-279-2138, or 440-279-2135 ext. 2130. Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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This philosopher brought many new ideas to the table, including life-affirmation: _______________________________________ Answers: 1) Dichotomy, 2) Truth, 3) Will 4) Power, 5) Return, Friedrich Nietzsche

Let It Snow, Let It Snow … Build a Snowman!

Photo Contest Continued from Page 1 Thanksgiving, December - Seasons Greetings. Photos need to be scenes/events/people taken inside Geauga County borders. One prize will be awarded each month, and valued at a minimum of $25. Any photo will be accepted provided it is submitted digitally. It may be scanned from a hard copy. Please include, category/month/caption: Where it was taken, by whom, when, and include a one-sentence description. Include owner’s name, address, phone and email. Submit before the end of each month to be included in the appropriate month’s category. Now get snapping!

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Snowman Contest

It’s been said that no two snowmen are alike, so enter your unique work of art in the Middlefield Post’s 2016 Snowman Contest? This year the Post will award prizes to the builders of the top three snowmen pictured in the Mar. 2 issue, as determined by reader’s votes. Each winner will win a $25 gift certificate to Vinny’s Pizza in Middlefield. Send the photo to Middlefield Post, P.O. Box 626, Middlefield, OH 44062 or email it to editor@middlefieldpost.com. If you did not get that camera for Christmas and are unable to take a photo, call our office, 440-632-0782 and we’ll do our best to take a picture for you. Send a selfaddressed stamped envelope with any submission you want returned. Anyone unable to get outside for winter fun may enter a hand-drawn “virtual snowman” to be happily accepted into competition. Electronic files from the Internet will not be eligible for prizes. Entries must be received by Feb. 19. All entries will be published in our Mar. 2 issue so Post readers can choose the winners. Bundle up and get outdoors or pull out your pens, pencils, paintbrushes or crayons. Just send us a snowman picture! Watch for winner’s names in the subsequent issue Middlefield Post. Have fun! `

Dec. 9, 2015

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