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Suicide Official Likens New County Prevention Subscription to ‘Big Brother’ Coalition Concerns Raised Over Commissioners Monitoring Social Media Celebrates ‘Movember’

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Staff Report During the months of October and November, the Geauga County Suicide Prevention Coalition is participating in the Movember campaign, which challenges men and women to get involved by growing or — in the case of women — wearing a moustache.

The purpose — to spark conversations and awareness for men’s mental health.

The Movember campaign aims to stop men from dying too young, said Geauga County Sheriff’s Office Victim’s Advocate Tracy Jordan, in a statement.

“Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in men. We support men and boys to talk to someone and be supported by their friends, family and community during tough times,” said Jordan, who is also director of the county’s LOSS Team.

“In 2019, 10 men died from suicide in Geauga County.”

The GCSPC urges people to invite their friends, colleagues or community to join the fight for men’s mental health.

“Team up and take pictures of with your moustaches,” Jordan said. “Individuals and teams who submit photos will have a chance to win our photo contest for the best See Movcember • Page 7

The Geauga County Commissioners’ recently-signed contract with a company that will monitor social media platforms in the county to gather information on “hot button” issues has raised the hackles of a few officials.

“It sounds to me like Big Brother is watching,” said Geauga County Recorder Sharon Gingerich Oct.

5 via email.

Gingerich and county Clerk of Courts Denise Kaminski both voted against the commissioners’ purchase of a subscription with Zencity Technologies Ltd. during a Sept. 30 Geauga County Automated Data Processing Board meeting. The proposal passed in a split 7-2 vote.

Zencity is an artificial intelligence-driven platform that aims

to help local governments better serve and connect with their communities by collecting and analyzing “millions of data points,” according to its website. It was founded in Tel Aviv, Israel, in 2014.

“Denise and I both had concerns. Hers were different than mine, as hers were on the financial side of this expenditure of county funds,” Gingerich said. “I looked See County • Page 5

Volleyball Wins CVC Championship

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For the first time ever, the West Geauga volleyball team wins the Chagrin Valley Conference championship, with an impressive 11-0 record. The team has earned a banner to hang in the gym. Volleyball was the only sport unrepresented in the gym until this season.

Head coach Amber Baker, in her sixth year at West G, could not be more proud of her players.

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Town Crier Halloween Trick or Treat

Chester Township: Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Russell Township: Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Residents wishing to have their homes visited are asked to leave a porch or outside light on. Children are asked to stop only at homes with lights on.

To view the Ohio Department of Health guidelines on Halloween amid the coronavirus crisis, visit https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/ static/responsible/celebrating-halloween.pdf

Geauga Dems Candidates Night

Oct. 15, 7 p.m.

Geauga County Democratic Party will host a candidates night via Zoom. Join to learn about the state and regional Democratic candidates for the upcoming general election. Visit www.geaugadems.com to RSVP for Zoom link information.

Geauga SWCD Open House

Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to noon Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District celebrates its 76th annual election and open house at the Natural Resources Area on the Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 N. Cheshire Road in Burton.

Learn more about the district’s services, the natural resources of Geauga County and GSWCD’s commitment to conservation.

Cast a vote to fill one open position on the Geauga SWCD Board of Supervisors. Activities will include a showcase of this year’s conservation awards, painted rain barrels, conservation activity stations, helpful resources and a free tree seedling for each household.

Visit geaugaswcd.com or call 440-8341122 for more information.

Trump Train Rally

Oct. 17, 9:30 a.m.

Free Ohio Now and the Geauga County Tea Party are sponsoring a Trump Train road rally and flag-waving event. Meet at the south parking lot of Giant Eagle in Bainbridge Township for a 10 a.m. departure. The train will proceed to Middlefield for a flag wave at 10:45 a.m. at the intersection of state Route 87 and Springdale Avenue. Train leaves to return to Bainbridge at 11:30 a.m.

Those unable to participate in the Trump Train may just join for the rally in Middlefield.

For information, visit www.freeohionow. com or www.geaugacountyteaparty.com.

Audubon Highlights Bat Rehab

Oct. 20, 7 p.m.

Blackbrook Audubon will host a free, virtual program featuring Tammy O’Neil, Lake

Metroparks Wildlife Center wildlife care manager. Register on the event page of blackbrookaudubon.org. A link will be sent to each registrant’s email address.

Bloodmobile

Oct. 21, 2-7 p.m.

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Mayfield Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. Donation appointments may be made by downloading the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood. org or calling 1-800-733-2767.

Tea Party Talks Election

Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m.

Steve Kraus, former Ohio House representative, will be speaking on the critical need to re-elect President Trump and the consequence of the 2020 presidential and general elections. Sponsored by the Geauga County Tea Party, the event will be held at Geauga Parks West Woods, 9465 Kinsman Road in Russell Township.

For information, visit www.geaugacountyteaparty.com.

Fall Field Day: Maple Production

Oct. 31, 9 a.m.

Seldom Seen Farm, Maple Producers of NE Ohio, H2O Innovation, and Geauga County Farm Bureau are hosting a Fall Field Day at Seldom Seen Farm, 10055 Madison Road, Montville Township. The outdoor event will be held, rain or shine. Field Day topics include: setting up successful pick/cut your own operations, marketing and business essentials, sugarhouse management ands equipment options, food regulations and industry updates, and woodland management, complete with a maple walk. RSVP by Oct. 18 by text or calling 440-596-9717.

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Police Blotter The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Chester Township Police Department Sept. 28-Oct. 11, 2020.

CITIZEN ASSIST Oct. 11 3:28 p.m., Mayfield Road. Caller attempted to purchase a vehicle off of Craigslist and paid $1,600 in eBay gift cards. Officer spoke with caller, who lives in Willowick.

He was advised to call Willowick PD for report regarding online purchase.

PROPERTY DAMAGE Sept. 28 10:51 a.m., Brook Lane. Caller advised someone lit his Biden flag on fire and it damaged his lawn.

SUSPICIOUS Sept. 28 3:42 p.m., Wilson Mills Road. Someone placed a Trump sign in her yard that is covered with some type of oil. Officers responded to political sign issue.

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Oct. 1 3:40 p.m., Mulberry Road. Grass company is pulling water from a pond at the park.

Some type of lawn fertilizer company. Officer on scene. Workers stated they were only taking water out, not dumping in. Advised for now not to continue until someone from PD contacts them.

Oct. 2 7:34 p.m., Caves Road. Caller was behind a Jeep on Cedar Road between 3:30-4 p.m.

Subject picked up a blonde female teenager. Subject picked up adult daughter after they got into an argument about politics.

No cause for concern.

Oct. 11 11:49 a.m., Mayfield Road. Female waved caller down. She said she was abused and raped. Female is in her 30s and said she was going to find a police station. Caller no longer following female. Second caller is out with it at Auburn and River roads.

See if someone can come get the vehicle.

Female’s father en route to get the vehicle.

THEFT Oct. 4 3:08 p.m., Shiloh Road. Trump signs were stolen.

TRAFFIC CRASH Oct. 9 6:05 p.m., Sherman Road. Car vs. bicyclist.

Male is down and not moving. He is breathing. Manpower page sent.

The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Russell Township Police Department Sept. 23-Oct. 6, 2020.

DISTURBANCE Sept. 26 4:47 p.m., Pekin Road. Officers were dispatched to home for a domestic dispute. Complainant told dispatch she was struck by her mother but was not injured. Upon investigation, there was no physical violence or threats made by either party, but a heated dispute over personal belongings that complainant claims are hers. All parties advised separation of personal property is a civil matter and officers were not going to decide whose property is who’s. Complainant advised she needed to stop removing property and file this matter in civil court to obtain a court order to remove the rest of her belongings she claims are hers. Complainant left and officers cleared.

SUSPICIOUS Sept. 23 2:20 p.m., Belle Vernon Drive. Complainant called station seeking advice regarding several phone calls she has received daily for the past several days. Callers identify themselves as employees from Apple Cloud support. Complainant is aware of the scam and has not given the caller’s any personal information. Complainant seeking advice as to how to block or stop the phone calls. Advice given.

Sept. 27 12:33 a.m., Hillbrook East. While on patrol officer located a male walking down Route 87 who was intoxicated and advised he was walking from the casino in Northfield to his home on Chagrin Mills Road. Male checked OK and was given a ride to his home. A short time later, male called station saying he could not get ahold of his wife and was concerned. He believed she may be staying with a friend and agreed to wait to see if he hears from her by the morning. She then arrived home safe and sound a time later.

THEFT Sept. 26 10:40 a.m., Chagrin Mills Road. Resident came to Russell PD to file a report for a stolen “We Support the Police” sign.

Complainant stated she will be getting another sign, but wanted extra patrol in the area.

5:50 p.m., Cloveridge Road. Complainant called station to report a grey SUV with a male driving just stopped in front of his house and stole his “Black Lives Matter” sign and “We Believe in Science” sign.

Just wanted report on file.

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at it as a taxpayer. I am not crazy about the idea of paying taxes to the county to look at what I am saying about them on social media.

Not that I ever said anything, but it’s the principle of the thing. And, it’s creepy.”

County Auditor Chuck Walder said the purpose of obtaining ADP board approval for this type of purchase is not to determine its merits or benefits, “but rather to be assured and satisfied that the purchase conforms to specific technology standards so as to safeguard the county network and infrastructure.”

“To that end, per the county administrator, the Zencity technology product would not reside on the county’s network, but would be accessed potentially through the county’s network,” said Walder, who’s also an ADP board member. “From that evaluation standpoint of the information provided by the commissioners office, there does not appear to be anything nefarious or malicious with the product’s access through the county network.”

He added, “The philosophical merits of the product are best answered by the party requesting its purchase.”

Commissioners voted 2-1 in favor of a one-year contract with Zencity for $26,000 during their Aug. 11 board meeting. Commissioner Tim Lennon opposed the agreement.

With the ADP board’s recent approval, the subscription goes into effect immediately, County Administrator Gerry Morgan said.

“This is for … gathering information for what is going on in the community,” Morgan said during last week’s ADP board meeting.

“They (Zencity) go out and they actually gather what’s being discussed on Facebook or Twitter, or anything like that — what people are talking about within the county — so that commissioners, if we hear something that (people are) having a discussion (about), and the information that’s out there is not correct, we can get that information out to them.”

Kaminski and Gingerich both expressed confusion and concerns about the purchase during the Sept. 30 meeting.

“I don’t understand why you would check social media sites for what people are thinking or talking about. I could be wrong, but it just seems like a lot of money for something like that,” Kaminski said. “Wouldn’t people just contact you if they had a question or concern?”

Morgan said while they do receive questions and concerns from the public, this is more about getting information on discussions that haven’t reached that point yet.

“It’s more of just knowing what’s being discussed out there. Another example is the Chardon Schools Thin Blue Line flag controversy,” Morgan explained. “We don’t have somebody sitting here who is checking Facebook and knowing what’s going on. So, we would have been able to hear about it earlier … we wouldn’t have found out about it four or five days later.”

Kaminski countered in her opinion, the Chardon Schools issue was not a county commissioners issue.

“I don’t understand why something like that would even be helpful. I’ll be honest with you, it didn’t make a lot of sense to me, but maybe I just don’t get it,” she said. “Whether it’s good, bad or ugly, or whatever, I mean I encourage everybody to call me, talk to anybody in my office. That’s what open communication is. As far as elected officials and any county office. That’s what we do, we communicate with whomever whenever.”

Commissioners, however, do not video record or stream their public meetings — unlike

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many county government entities in light of COVID-19 — making their meetings, as well as the opportunity for public input, less accessible.

Further explaining the service, Morgan said Oct. 5 it is a license agreement to access the Zencity website, through which it provides information it has gathered from public forums.

“This can be focused on topics as the county requests … or on topics that Zencity’s program picks up as ‘popular,’ for example, numerous comments on the health district or the county fair,” Morgan said. “This information being provided will give the commissioners’ office a heads up on items being discussed that have not risen to the commissioners yet, or to see if information being disseminated is incorrect — like (that) the new (county office) building ... will cause taxes to be increased — and to get the correct information out.”

He added, “It will also provide additional information on issues that the commissioners receive emails and phone calls on by telling the office if this is a bigger issue because it is being widely discussed or if it is maybe an issue — while still being taken seriously — that is only of most concern to the individual caller.

Morgan said the commissioners receive emails and phone calls on “numerous issues” they have no control over in the county.

“With this … the staff can be prepared ahead of time to answer questions from the public about the issue and to direct the caller or email to the correct person/office or agency that deals with the issue,” he said. “The information that is being obtained is all in the public domain; there is no targeting of any person or group or point of view.”

In her follow-up email, Gingerich said she understands this is a practice used by big corporations to monitor their image and to correct misinformation.

“That is the reason we were given in the ADP meeting … that it was to communicate with residents and that it would help the commissioners to help residents understand the truth in matters,” she said. “To correct misinformation and misunderstandings and give the truth when rumors are circulated. It was stated in the meeting that was how they found out about the Chardon Schools flag incident.”

Asked what safeguards the ADP board are using to ensure the data collected is not misused, Gingerich said, “I don’t know the answer to that, I voted no.”

Kaminski said in a follow-up phone call that while she expressed her concerns in the ADP board meeting, in hindsight, it was not the appropriate setting.

“It does not affect the county network,” she said, referring to the ADP board’s responsibility. “Looking at it at a different perspective, it wasn’t my place to judge something that would not affect the county network. It’s not up to me to judge what another county office wants to purchase.”

Board member Jim Flaiz added Oct. 5 the ADP board’s approval in no way reflects the board agrees with the purchase and/or utilization of the Zencity technology.

“It came before the ADP board because we have to approve all software contracts,” he said. “It is not the job of the board to substitute our judgment for the elected officials or departments making the purchase. Our review is limited and we are primarily concerned with maintaining the integrity of our systems.”

In response to a request for more information or further comment, Commissioner Ralph Spidalieri said, “Thank you for reaching out, but I will no longer comment to (the) Maple Leaf after their less than acceptable reporting.”

Commissioners Tim Lennon and Jim Dvorak referred questions to Morgan.

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Geauga Park District For more information on these programs, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit them online at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.

No registration required unless otherwise noted.

Lunchtime Yoga In The Park

Head out to The West Woods Nature Center in Russell Township each Thursday in October for lunchtime yoga with Darlene Kelbach from Fairmount Center for the Arts.

Registration is required, with a weekly fee of $7 for Geauga County residents and $10 for out-of-county residents. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat and water bottle.

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group and individual picture.”

New this year is a pet photo contest and a coloring page for kids. People are invited to send their moustache photos to Wade at wfoley@ascent.org to be showcased on the Ravenwood Health Facebook page before Nov. 22, 2020, according to the coalition. The winning images of those sporting moustaches will receive a celebration lunch or giftcard.

“Look for a video on social media to be revealed and help us get the word out this year,” Jordan said. “We will have Movember boxes that are full of supplies and information for your office. Request your Movember box to be delivered to your business.”

The motto for the Movember is “Strive for 5,” Jordan said, referring to the goal of choosing five people to reach out to over the next 30 days.

“We are facing a health crisis, rarely dis-

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from page 4 Oct. 4 10 a.m., Kinsman Road. Complainant stated unknown person(s) took two Trump political signs and one support the police sign from area of Kinsman and Hemlock Point. Complainant said he has a friend with a trail camera pointed at the direction where the signs were located and

Social distancing will be practiced and face masks are required.

Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides

Oct. 17, 18, 24 and 25, 1-5 p.m.

Enjoy the sights, sounds and scents of fall with a horse-drawn wagon ride at Swine Creek Reservation in Middlefield Township.

Free passes ensure first-come, first-served boarding. Extremely limited seating due to social distancing. No pets.

Rides last about a half hour and are cancelled by bad weather. Last ride leaves at 4:30 p.m. cussed. We can’t afford to stay silent. In the world of COVID-19, daily life as we’ve known it has been flipped on its head,” she said.

“There are some steps we can take every day to look after ourselves and others. Our focus is to provide reliable information to guide and support everyone through these turbulent times. Social distancing, quarantine and isolation have reduced in-person contact. Social connectedness is important to good overall health — physical and mental.”

The GCSPC urges people to reach out, connect and comfort one another while they work their way through the transition of opening up homes, schools and communities.

“We all need support sometimes,” Jordan said. “’Strive for 5,’ starting ‘that’ conversation with someone may be the most important conversation you, or they ever have.”

To schedule training on how to start that conversation and to have the Movember box delivered to your business, contact Tracy Jordan at 440-279-2062 or email her at tjordan@ co.geauga.oh.us. will attempt to check for any individuals involved.

Oct. 3 4:20 p.m., Kinsman Road. Complainant called to report within the last 45 minutes an unknown person has stolen his five Trump yard signs. These signs were about 20x30 in size. Complainant said he has no cameras and no description of the party who took the signs. Complainant wanted a report on file.

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Chester Government Update The regular Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting on Sept. 24 began at 6:30 p.m. with a ceremony at the Chester Township Fire Station to formally swear in the six full-time firefighters. Many family and friends were present for the event. Trustees congratulate and thank Lt. Osborn and officers Neary, Georskey, Bachmann, Fulton and Virant for their service and dedication to the residents of Chester.

Next, Dan Ellenberger, director of University Hospitals EMS Institute, presented two portable AED devices to the police de-

partment and spoke about the importance of providing CPR. He encouraged everyone to be trained. Trustees thank University Hospitals for their long history of donations and support to Chester.

Upon return to town hall for regular business, Chester Park Board Commissioner Lance Yandell presented his idea of enclosing the volleyball pavilion and providing heat so the structure could be used year-round.

Trustees support the idea, and Mr. Yandell will move forward with getting more information and cost estimates.

Next, Bob Voss, of the Chesterland Rotary Club, explained their ongoing plans for the Winterfest decorations for Parkside Park and asked for $5,000 from the trustees to upgrade and replace lighting and to add additional displays. More details and information will be presented at the next trustee meeting. The scheduled date for the Winterfest kickoff celebration is Dec. 5.

In regular business, minutes were approved, an agreement with the West Geauga School System to provide it with anti-skid materials (salt) was signed, $7,325 was approved for Walker Brothers Roofing to patch roofs at the Chester Road Department, and $1,965 to Bruce Poyer Services for LED lighting upgrades in the fire station bays was also approved.

A motion was approved to advertise on GovDeals.com a police cruiser that will be retired from the fleet. Ron and Tom Basista have donated 20 blue spruce and Norway spruce trees to the township and trustees thank them for their generosity.

Cleveland State has stated that the final report from the Chester Community Questionnaire is nearly complete and will be provided soon. The park board has requested funds in the amount of $4,500 from the township to help support their project of replac-

ing some of the deteriorated picnic tables at Parkside.

Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES), a motion was approved for approximately $21,000 in purchases and reimbursement for expenditures related to Covid response, including disinfectants, cleaning services, personal protective equipment and replacement of furniture and laptops for remote working.

To date, Chester Township has received approximately $156,000 in CARES funds.

The township continues to have discussions on the topic, and on Sept. 29, the trustees, fiscal officer and the department heads met in public session to review other changes. A major priority for the township is to establish permanent sleeping quarters for township firefighters. Architect Gary Neary, of Cornerstone Architects, has been working with Chief John Wargelin to design some changes without changing the footprint of the building, including conversion of the training room to bedrooms and converting the upstairs for lockers and storage. More discussion will be forthcoming.

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Community Meetings Chester Township: Oct. 21, 6 p.m. – Park District, at Volleyball Pavilion, 7 p.m. – Zoning Commission; Oct. 22, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; Nov. 4, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Nov. 5, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. (Meetings are open to public, but seating limited to 10.

Trustees, fiscal officer and department heads, if in attendance, are practicing social distancing.)

Russell Township: Oct. 21, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. (Trustees have opted to resume their regular meeting schedule but has changed the location of future meetings to the Russell Town Hall, 14890

Chillicothe Road. Meetings will be held in the Town Hall until further notice. The location is changed to the Town Hall to better accommodate physical distancing advisories.)

West Geauga BOE: Oct. 26, 7 p.m., virtual regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.

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Obituaries William Gribble

CHAGRIN FALLS – William Gribble, 91, of Chagrin Falls, and formerly of Chester Township, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 28, 2020, at Hillcrest Hospital.

Born on Feb. 10, 1929, in Ellsworth, Pa., Bill moved to Cleveland as a young man with his parents, Raymond and Hazel (nee Helmick) Gribble, and siblings, Faye and Raymond Jr., all of whom have preceded him in death.

In 1953, Bill married the late Joyce McNeely-Gribble, with whom he had two children, dear son, Bill (Lillian), of Chester, and devoted daughter, Kimberly (Tom) Bohley, of Chester; and one beloved granddaughter, Grace.

Later in life, he married and was preceded in death by Judy Edick-Gribble, and added to his family stepdaughters Vicki (Tom Whipple) Edick, of Aurora, Sheri Vest, of Duluth, Ga., and Conni (John) Thomas, of Keller, Texas; as well as step-grandchildren, Ryan Vest, and Matthew, Lauren and Kelley Thomas.

Bill’s interests were many. He owned racehorses with his father and the love of horse racing remained a life-long love. He enjoyed playing softball as a younger man, his weekly game of golf, bowling in his Wednes-

day-night mixed-couples league, fishing, meeting his buddies for breakfast at various places around town, and time with family, especially his after-school dates at McDonald’s with his best girl, Gracie.

In quieter times, Bill was a voracious reader, loved crossword puzzles and old movies, and never missed an Indians baseball game.

In his more able years, Bill loved working in his yard and was a member of the Wednesday Workers at Chesterland Baptist Church.

After serving in the Army, Bill spent the rest of his career at Gould/Clevite, until he retired in 1989.

A private interment will be held to honor Bill’s wishes.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Online tributes and condolences may be made at www.gattozziandson.com.

Agnes Kota

Agnes Kota (nee Svejda) passed away Oct. 7, 2020, at age 97 in peace and comfort with her family at her bedside.

She was born in Cleveland, on March 2, 1923, to Joseph and Agnes Svejda, into a family of two sisters, Berniece and Libby; and two brothers, Frank and Joseph, all of whom

predeceased Agnes.

She, along with John Kota Jr., her husband of 54 years, was a Chester Township resident for almost 70 years.

She was active in the Community Church of Chesterland and in many social organizations, including the Geauga County Czech Club, and enjoyed many enduring friendships throughout her life.

Her hobbies, after retiring from 30 years of service in the West Geauga Schools, included line dancing, tai chi, playing cards and mahjong, and a long-lasting involvement with oil painting.

Agnes is survived by her two children, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, and had many nieces and nephews in her extended family.

Burial will take place at Chester Township Cemetery in a private ceremony.

There are no visitation hours.

The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Community Church of Chesterland, 11984 Caves Road, Chesterland, OH 44026, or, alternatively, to the Chesterland Historical Foundation, P.O. Box 513, Chesterland, OH 44026.

Arrangements entrusted to Burr Funeral and Cremation Service, Chardon.

Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

Carl W. Steinfurth

Carl William Steinfurth passed away on Feb. 28, 2020.

He was born on April 3, 1940, in Cleveland, the son of the late Roy E. and Virginia (nee Thompson) Steinfurth.

After growing up in Chester Township and graduating from West Geauga High School, he joined the U.S. Army.

His career included several sales positions specifically in the food industry. Eventually, Carl began his own company, marketing private label foods.

Carl is survived by Carol Steinfurth and their two children, Aaron Steinfurth and Shannon (Charles) Orme; and four grandchildren.

He also leaves behind his brothers, Glenn Steinfurth and Robert Steinfurth; sister, Virginia Meikle; and brother-in-law, Dale.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Notices should be sent in writing by the funeral directors and memorial societies to: Geauga County Maple Leaf, P.O. Box 1166, Chardon, OH, 44024-5166, or faxed to 440285-2015. The Maple Leaf charges a flat fee of $75 per obituary, including a photo.

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West Geauga Schools

PHOTO BY JIM KISH – WGLSD PHOTO BY JIM KISH – WGLSD

Members of the 2020 West Geauga Homecoming Court are (l to r) Anthony Formichelli, Nicola Ehrbar, Sofya Goncharenko, Patrick Garrett, Athena Hocevar, Caleb Kautz, Aubrey Zanella, Luke Musser, Bailey Zanella and Harrison Wolfhope.

Homecoming 2020 Court

West Geauga High School conducted the annual Homecoming Court ceremony and crowned a king and queen. The ceremony was recorded and played during the livestream of the football game on Oct. 9.

Congratulations to members of the Homecoming Court: Anthony Formichelli, Nicola Ehrbar, Sofya Goncharenko, Patrick Garrett, Athena Hocevar, Caleb Kautz, Aubrey Zanella, Luke Musser, Bailey Zanella, and Harrison Wolfhope. During the ceremony, Nicola Ehrbar was crowned queen and Patrick Gar-

rett king. The video is also available on the school’s YouTube channel for all to enjoy.

Ohio Native American History

Fourth-grade students have been learning about early Ohio and the prehistoric Native Americans who once lived in the state, including the Paleo Indians, Archaic Indians, Adena, Hopewell, Late Woodland people and the Fort Ancient people. They learned about the homes, tools and mounds, including the Great Serpent Mound, Alligator Mound and Miamisburg Mound in Ohio, that these

Fourth-grader Brook Perkins displays a replica house she created in Mrs. Hocevar’s class.

groups made. As part of their learning, they were able to construct replicas of the different homes and create a scene showing what life was like for that group of people.

WG Staff Offered Flu Shots

All employees in the West Geauga Local Schools had the opportunity to receive flu shots from Drug Mart of Chesterland. Over a two-day period, staff members signed up to get the vaccination from one of the pharmacists.

The program is a part of the West Geauga Local Schools’ health and wellness program.

PHOTO BY JIM KISH – WGLSD

Stacy Marotta, West Geauga human resources coordinator, receives a flu shot from a Drug Mart Chesterland staff member.

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A Week of Spooktacular Arts!

Submitted Fairmount Center for the Arts announces a week of “Spooktacular Arts,” Oct. 26-31.

This week also is a kickoff to the start of the Fall 2, eight-week session of arts programs.

During the week of Oct. 26, Fairmount welcomes all students to come in (not too) spooky costumes and be ready for some treats (but not tricks).

In addition, current students are invited to bring a friend at no charge to engage in

Fairmount’s arts programs.

Programming for the fall two session includes classes and workshops in dance, theatre, music, visual arts and fitness. Programs will be offered starting the week of Oct. 26 through mid-December. Classes are offered for preschoolers through adults in all arts disciplines and programs will take place both onsite — with small group sizes, social distancing and masks required — as well as online.

Full descriptions and schedule of program offerings is available at www.fairmountcenter.org.

Geauga Public Library Geauga County Public Library is offering virtual programs via Zoom. For registration, visit www.geaugalibrary.net. Provide an email when registering; instructions for picking up craft materials and joining the Zoom meeting will be provided upon registration.

Take and Make Fall Wreath

Oct. 16, 2 p.m.

Make a fall wreath using an embroidery hoop and faux florals. Pick up the materials at Geauga West and join for a Zoom tutorial and craft session. Glue gun, glue and scissors are not provided.

Halloween Spooktacular Quilting

Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Teens and adults may join in making fun pumpkin, cat and owl quilt blocks. Techniques include basic patchwork, strip-piecing and applique. Zombie Barbie will make an appearance.

Genealogy Discussion Group

Oct. 17, 2 p.m.

Join fellow family researchers to discuss problems, organization, education and more.

Chess Club: Tweens and Teens

Oct. 20, 3-4:30 p.m.

Join online at Chess.com where participants will create an account and set up matches between each other. Newbies and veterans of chess are all welcome.

Make and Bake at Home

Oct. 20, 5 p.m.

Make and bake calzones at home with Karen. Ingredients list and the recipe will be emailed upon registration

Book Discussion Group

Oct. 22, 7 p.m.

Join for a discussion of “Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman.

Medicare Made Easy

Oct. 22, 7 p.m.

Learn the essentials to making wise decisions about coverage as well as avoiding common mistakes. Learn the differences between Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D and Medicare Advantage and Medicare supplement plans, enrollment deadlines and more.

Presented by Medicare Advisors of Ohio.

A is for ARTS

Oct. 27, 1 p.m.

Preschoolers ages 3-5 with a caregiver will bring “Brooms Are For Flying” by Michael Rex to life through creative movement, theatre and music with Fairmount Center for the Arts. Program is provided in partnership with Fairmount Center for the Arts with the support of the Ohio Arts Council and the Lake-Geauga Fund of the Cleveland Foundation. Program will be conducted by FCA instructor Darlene Kelbach and Geauga West Library associate.

Halloween Origami

Oct. 28, 4 p.m.

Learn the art of Japanese paper folding and craft a black cat, witch hat, bat and ghost.

All that is needed is few a pieces of blank printer paper to follow along.

Storytime - Cats vs. Dogs

Oct. 29, 11 a.m.

Join for a virtual story time and decide the theme by voting on the library’s Facebook page.

Instant Noodles/Ramen Tasting 101

Oct. 29, 6 p.m.

Each participant will pick up a packet of instant noodles a week before the session to prepare just before meeting online. Virtually, the group will eat together and discuss some fun facts about the noodles and/or the ingredients

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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS 1982 Cadillac Eldorado customized by Roman’s Chariots. Metallic rose grill, tires and roof asking $5,000- negotiable.

440-942-4860.

2010 Chrysler Town-n-Country van, stow-n-go, heated seats, movie screens, roof rack. $1,700. Bill 440-567-9154 Cash for Junk Vehicles: running or not, classics/big trucks/etc., free removal, call/text Zac 440-679-7293.

FOR RENT Chardon, available October 1st, 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA house, 3-car garage. Refrigerator and stove included. No smoking, no pets. $975/month+utilities. Chardon Schools!

440 285 2247.

COMMERCIAL RENTALS Commercial building for lease: 5,200 sqft with office, ample parking, 2 minutes East of Chardon Square on Rt 6, 440-3137626.

FOR SALE

If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226, partial estate buyouts also.

Chesterland: October 17th and 18th, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 7079 Hillcrest Lane. Moving everything must go. Dining room table, kitchen table, queen bedroom set with 2 dressers, 2 night stands, china, dinnerware, crystal, silverware, coffee tables, and much more. Cash only. Masks required.

PETS & ANIMALS Seeking indoor winter boarding, December through March for (1) horse. Self care, indoor arena, daily turnout a must.

Chardon Area. 440-286-3840.

Lacey is an adorable, playful 3-month old spayed & vaccinated female gray tiger kitten who needs indoor home. Rebecca 440-321-2485.

REAL ESTATE Updated 2 bdr. condo at Colonial Park in Chardon. New carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl. Private end unit. $84,900 Call 440632-8334.

SERVICES

Toni Wesen

MAYER INSURANCE

AUTO - HOME - LIFE - BUSINESS

8386 Mayfield Rd., Chesterland, Ohio 44026

216-645-9008

toniwesen@gmail.com Math - Tutoring Pre-Algebra Thru Calculus. 440-338-3563

Coal/Wood heat stove with fan. $150.

Call Ted 440-391-7822.

Two Used JL Audio 12W6v2 Subs, Two Used Pioneer Mono PDX-M6 Amps. All Wiring Included. Excellent Condition.

Priced To Sell. $400. 440-552-4400.

Kwonglam Industrial Sewing Machine Model KL-0303. Excellent condition. Table and accessories included. $1500.00 (440)-834-8943 Two marble top dressers. Call 440-8340254 Duck hunting package: 14’ camouflage John boat with electric motor, decoys, Coleman stove, heater, waders, boots, life vests and much more. Will sell separate or as a package. 216-406-0424

Buckeye Stoneworks: we specialize in Amherst sandstone, we custom cut all projects for masons, landscapers, builders, contractors, and residential, by appt only, call 440-632-0188 leave message.

Amish girl looking for cleaning babysitting jobs. Maria. 440-548-5809.

or

John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800.

Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552.

Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything, Call between 8am and 4pm, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.

WANTED TO BUY

Brown eggs $3/dozen, from free-range chickens, no hormones/antibiotics .

Cash sales only. Call 440-636-5747.

Buying Scotts Lawn Mowers. Maytag Washing Machines.Tools, Antiques and more. Call 440-548-2133.

Vintage Newspaper Desk Great for student/home office, 34X60 solid wood walnut finish with file drawer $125. 440-3212359

Wanted ‘65-‘67 Mustang Convertible, and other muscle cars needing repair, call/ text 440-832-1465.

Dining Room Set: Solid Oak, Table with extensions, 6 chairs, Buffet with Hutch, Server Buffet. Excellent condition, must sell. 440-708-0078.

Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.

Gentron portable generator, 10,000 watt surge, 8,000 rated watts, electric start, 40 1/2 hrs on it, very good condition. Asking $650. 440-812-3010 Antiques. Spinning wheel yarn winder.

Treadle sewing machine. Royal TRF radio. Kadette model-85 radio. Victrola VVXI oak floor model. Hand crank table-top organ. 440-708-4990.

Rainbow webbing 1” wide 100 yard roll $25, perfect for belts, tote handles, pet leashes/collars, horse halters, 440-7294134 or SLW4134@att.net.

Thinking about the holidays? Vendor 2063 features Fall and Christmas decorations at Marketplace Mall, 15864 Nauvoo Rd., Middlefield (part of Heritage Marketplace). Open M-F 10-5:30 and Sat. 10-5.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

CLASSIFIEDS 440-729-7667

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Help Wanted Classified substitutes needed at Cardinal Schools! Aides, cooks, custodial, drivers, nurses. Must pass background check. Rates: $10-$20/hr. 440-632-0261.

Home environment care assistant. Part – Time, weekends, shifts negotiable, must be compassionate. Light housekeeping and meal prep. Apply in person GEAUGA ASSISTED LIVING, 16065 G.A.R. HWY, MONTVILLE, OH or call 44-9683715.

CLASSIFIEDS 440-729-7667

MANCAN IS NOW HIRING GENERAL LABOR AND SKILLED TRADES IN LAKE, GEAUGA, CUYAHOGA AND ASHTABULA COUNTIES To apply, stop into the office Monday - Thursday, 9am to 3pm.

Be sure to bring 2 forms of ID. A resume is encouraged.

220 Center St. Ste B-2 Chardon, OH 44024 440-285-5627

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Service Directory

MASTER PAINTERS

Family owned & operated since 1976

INTERIOR - EXTERIOR

Classifieds 440-729-7667 20 words for $10 Deadline: Friday at Noon

• Cedar Siding Stained • Vinyl Aluminum Refinishing • “Cool” Roof Coatings

“Do It Right The First Time” Call Eric 440-729-2646

www.masterpaintersinc.com ask@masterpaintersinc.com

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HOURS: CLOSED MON

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10am–5pm

Specials 9189 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland (across the street from the Kirtland Schools)

(440) 379-7211

FAM ILY OWNED

• Fresh Meat • Deli • Produce • Prepared Food • Subs • Homemade Bread

Meat Dept.

Oct. 13-18

Boneless Strip Steaks- $12.99/lb Boneless Shoulder Roasts- $4.99/lb 80% Ground Beef- $2.69/lb Bone-In Pork Chops- $2.69/lb Boneless Chicken Breasts- $1.69/lb

Meat Dept.

Deli

Walnut Creek Hard Salami- $4.99/lb Isley’s Chopped Ham- $3.49/lb Walnut Creek American Cheese-$3.99/lb Walnut Creek Brick Cheese-$3.99/lb

Oct. 20-25

Semi-Boneless Rib Steaks- $12.99/lb Boneless Rib Eye Steaks- $15.99/lb Hot or Mild Italian Sausage- $3.49/lb Bone-In Chicken Thighs- $.79/lb

Now Accepting EBT & Food Stamps

Deli

Walnut Creek Black Forest Ham- $4.99/lb Walnut Creek Colby Cheese- $3.99/lb Walnut Creek Marble Cheese- $3.99/lb Walnut Creek Hot Pepper Cheese- $3.99/lb

Oct. 27- Nov. 1

Meat Dept.

T-Bone Steaks- $11.99/lb Eye of Round Roasts- $4.99/lb 85% Ground Beef- $3.99/lb Garlic or Fresh Polish Sausage- $3.49/lb

Walnut Creek Roast Beef- $5.99/lb Walnut Creek Corn Beef- $5.99/lb Land of Lakes Yellow or White American Cheese- $4.99/lb

We Now Carry:

Milk & Cheese

Freezer Meats Coming Soon

Also Freezer Bundles

Lunch Meat

Deli