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West Geauga, Investigation Concludes
By Jamie Ward
Trustees OK Installing ‘Flock’ Cameras Throughout Town
By emma macNiveN macNiveN@karlovecmedia com
During the Chester Township Trustees meeting Nov. 14, they passed a motion to have Flock Safety cameras installed throughout the town.
Notes of Gratitude
Thank You, Residents
The Chester Township Road Department would like to thank the residents of Chester Township for supporting our renewal levies on Nov. 5. Your support allows us to continue keeping the roads we travel daily in safe conditions, be it snow removal, storm clean-up, culvert repairs or resurfacing projects. The roads you travel on lead you to your homes and families, and we aim to keep you safe on your journey.
Police Chief Craig Young said using Flock Safety — an “all-in-one” technology platform that aims to eliminate crime in communities,
according to its website — will give police access to a database of cars that are being searched for in investigations like robberies, missing people and stolen cars.
“We are going to be using technology as a means to combat the influx of drugs into Chester,” Young said.
He said they negotiated down to a 50% reduction for installation, which will cost $13,500 to set up
and $12,000 every year following. The money for the cameras comes from the National Opioid Settlement Agreement the township participated in to combat drugs coming into Chester.
Both Lake and Cuyahoga counties have Flock Safety cameras installed and all stations have access to the database. The installation is projected to be completed by the
See Trustees • Page 5
Soon-to-Be-Centenarian Recalls a Yesteryear in Chester
By allisoN WilsoN WilsoN@karlovecmedia com
Few can claim to have seen the same progress Chester Township resident Lloyd Williamson has borne witness to across his lifetime.
Born Dec. 12, 1924, the soon-tobe centenarian's birthday will be recognized at the Nov. 30 Chester Township Winter Fest and tree lighting ceremony, where he will be honored with a walkway brick in his name.
A life-long Chester resident, Williamson recalled a much more rural community in his youth.
There’s much more traffic today, he said, adding Chester he grew up in also had no fire or police departments.
The community relied on the Chardon or Chagrin Falls fire departments, and had two constables and a justice of the peace, he said.
“There was a big brush fire,” Williamson recalled. “They came and got us out of school and gave us a wet burlap bag, and that’s how we beat out the flames.”
He recalled another instance of a feed mill — where Bloom Brothers
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Lloyd Williamson, 99, will celebrate his 100th birthday at Chester Township’s Winterfest at the end of the month. A younger Lloyd Williamson working on a job site.
Supply Co. now stands — burning down and smoldering for a month.
As he reflected on other changes he’s observed over the years, Williamson noted differences between his childhood and those of younger relatives.
“There are more opportunities for the young people,” he said, also listing disease prevention as another positive change.
“They have all kinds of vaccines for diseases,” he said. “When
I was young, I had chickenpox, scarlet fever, mumps, measles.”
Williamson was hard pressed to find something he missed from his youth.
“I grew up when The (Great) Depression was in,” he said. “There wasn’t much you could do.”
Though he did recall playing baseball — even lettered in school for both baseball and basketball.
See Williamson • Page 8
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Rosati
Chester Township
Town Crier
Outreach Spaghetti Dinner
Nov. 21, 6-7 p.m.
Christ Presbyterian Church offers free drive-thru spaghetti and meatball dinners the third Thursday of each month. Salad and dessert are included. The church is located at 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
Kiwanis Christmas Tree Sales
The West Geauga Kiwanis Club’s annual Christmas Tree fundraiser sale opens Nov. 23 and 24 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Drug Mart parking lot. The tree lot reopens at 9 a.m. Nov. 29, with sales continuing weekends, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m and weekdays, 4-8 p.m.
Kiwanis and Veteran Santa will be collecting canned goods and nonperishable items for the Geauga Veterans Food Pantry on Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A complimentary lunch will be served by the WG Kiwanis Club.
WGEF Thanksgiving Breakfast
Nov. 28, 7:30-11 a.m.
West Geauga Educational Foundation is hosting its annual Thanksgiving breakfast at the Chesterland McDonald’s. Enjoy pancakes, sausage and coffee, juice or milk for only $7. Dine in or take out.
Proceeds fund WGEF’s grant program. Visit WGEF.org for more information.
Food Pantry Open
Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to noon
The food pantry at the Chester Christian Center church is open to anyone in the community in need of food. One does not need to be a member of the church to attend.
The church is located at 11815 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
Free Community Dinner
Nov. 29, 5-6:30 p.m.
Mayfield United Methodist Church is hosting dinner at the church located at 7747 Mayfield Road in Chester Township. Carryout is available.
Chesterland Winterfest
Nov. 30, 5 p.m.
Geauga West Rotary Club and Chester Township Trustees are sponsoring Chesterland Winterfest at the Chester Township gazebo located at the corner of Mayfield and Chillicothe roads. Join neighbors to light the township park and sing in the holidays. Enjoy free hot chocolate, cider, popcorn and seasonal music.
Geauga Skywatchers
Dec. 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Join Geauga Skywatchers Club for “Northern Lights” at Chardon Public Library, 110 E. Park St. Learn the science and mythology
behind the aurora borealis.
Visit www.geaugalibrary.net to register.
GCRTA Holiday Brunch
Dec. 3, 9:15 a.m.
The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will meet at the E.O.U.V. Club, 8636 Pekin Road in Russell Township. Gathering time will be followed by a business meeting at 9:30 a.m. and the holiday brunch at 9:50 a.m. The West Geauga school choir will present their holiday show and Brian Cataldo will play holiday music during brunch. The free lunch raffle will be held after the show.
For more information, contact Judy Miller at 440-487-4324 by Nov. 23. Remember to bring paper products or canned goods for the Geauga County Hunger Task Force.
Dorothy's Porch Giveaway
Dec. 5 and 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of bedding, pillows, toys, stuffed animals, clothing for the family, household items and Christmas decorations, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon.
Young of Heart
Dec. 6, 11 a.m.
The Geauga Young of Heart annual Christmas party will be held at Manakiki Country Club, for members only. Reservations and money are due by Nov. 22. For reservations, call Monica at 216-659-8117.
Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 7, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Geauga West Rotary Club is hosting its 32nd annual Breakfast with Santa at the West Geauga High School cafeteria. The all-you- caneat pancake and sausage breakfast is $8 per person and free for children 1 year and younger.
Meet Rudolph and Santa Claus. Take photos with Santa and enjoy festive music and games. Proceeds support Rotary community projects and local activities.
GOP Christmas Party
Dec. 7, 5-8:30 p.m.
The Geauga County GOP Christmas party will be held at the Chagrin Valley Athletic Club, 17260 Snyder Road, Bainbridge Township. Visit the Geauga County Women's Republican Club Facebook page or call 440-3396894 for reservations.
CPC Crafters
Dec. 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Join CPC Crafters to make a light-up box at Christ Presbyterian Church, 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. RSVP to 440-729-1688. All are welcome.
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Community Meetings
Listed are upcoming public meetings and executive sessions for November and December. These meeting notices are NOT legal notices.
Chester Township: Nov. 25, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Nov. 27, 8 a.m., Board of Trustees; Dec. 4, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Dec. 9, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; Dec. 18, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Dec. 26, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.
Russell Township: Nov. 20, 4 p.m. – Cit-
Rosati from page 1
over 30 individuals and video footage, I find insufficient evidence to warrant a pre-disciplinary hearing.”
In an email, Rosati’s lawyer, Vincent J. Calo wrote: “He is thankful to (West Geauga Schools) for reaching the correct conclusion in this matter. Mr. Rosati has prided himself on helping instill integrity, accountability, and work ethic in his students and athletes during his stellar 35 year career. Allegations of any misconduct directed at him were vehemently denied at the onset of this matter.”
Rosati’s current contract is one year and extends for the current school year. Typically, Markwardt said, the board of education issues a blanket non-renewal of such contracts in the spring, which means it would have to be renewed for next school year.
izens’ Park District, 7 p.m. – Zoning Commission; Nov. 21, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees; Dec. 2, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; Dec. 5, 2 p.m., Board of Trustees; Dec. 18, 4 p.m. –Citizens’ Park District, 6 p.m. – Zoning Commission; Dec. 19, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.
West Geauga BOE: Nov. 18, 7 p.m., regular meeting; Dec. 16, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
According to several sources familiar with the matter, the misconduct allegedly involved Wolverines players stealing a football from a football camp.
Markwardt wrote in the letter to Rosati that the majority of those interviewed alleged that misconduct occurred within the program.
“However, a sizable number of individuals testified that no such misconduct was committed,” Markwardt wrote.
The process was “extremely stressful” to Rosati, but he was thankful for the outpouring of support he received from the community, and “alumni from 22 states; fellow coaches and teachers; administrators and athletic directors he has worked with for the past 35 years; friends and family. He looks forward to resuming his career as a teacher and coach and helping lead young men and women,” his lawyer said.
The Wolverines finished the football season at a disappointing 2-8 this season.
8th Grade Volleyball Finishes Strong
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Congratulations to the West Geauga 8th Grade Volleyball team on another great season.
The girls went 19-3 this year winning first place in the Mid-season tournament by beating the undefeated Independence team and earning 2nd place in the CVC Tournament. In two years this team has a record of 38-3, earning two first-place trophies, a CVC Championship and a second-place trophy. We are so proud of this team on all of their hard work and dedication.
Trustees
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end of the year.
The use of PlowOps was also brought up by JR Miller, the midwest territory manager for the service software.
PlowOps is a “snow removal service software that efficiently manages snow plow tracking and road clearance for city public work offices,” according to its website.
The program is also used to track snow plows and their routes in real time, ensuring all roads were cleared properly with dashboard camera evidence. The program's main selling points are the digital database and distraction-free driving for plow drivers, Miller said.
The program also allows for constituents to make inquiries in a public portal where they can also see if their road has yet been cleaned on a map. The program isn’t just for snow-plows in the winter; it can also be used to track mowing, street sweeping and leaf pickup, Miller said.
Trustees did not make a final decision on the program at last Thursday’s meeting.
During public comment, a group from the Pinewood neighborhood expressed concern in complying with the 40-foot driveway setback requirement due to the cost and confusion about township versus resident responsibility.
A spokesperson for the neighborhood
said he received a letter from the township asking him to pay $680 for road reconstruction repairs.
“To pay for something to improve a road, which I’m going to live there for quite some time, I just think that’s ridiculous,” he said.
Trustee Chairman Craig Ritcher said they enacted this requirement to help with drainage of the road and it is the responsibility of the resident to pay.
Although things like the drain are not the responsibility of the resident to take care of, it also lies in the right-of-way, Ritcher added.
“Every resident in the county pays for 40 feet of pipe. Whether it’s 12-inch, or whether it’s 36-inch,” Road Superintendent John Onyshko said.
“The road pipe replacement has been going on — I don’t know when we changed it to be 40 feet, but it’s been going on for every road that we’ve repaved or did a full reconstruction on and it’s the same process,” Young added.
If road-related repairs or improvements are performed in the right-of-way along the frontage of a property, it is not because the township wants to ruin the esthetics of the property, it is because the officials believes the work was necessary to maintain the road which you have invested tax dollars into, according to the township’s website.
Ritcher told the group he’d talk with them further, but couldn’t promise a resolution they would be satisfied with.
Wolverines 10U Clinch Div. II OAC State Championship
By kelly PeNzeNik
The Chesterland Wolverines 10U took on the undefeated Bloom Carroll Bulldogs in a high-stakes 16-0 shutout to win the Division II OAC State Youth Football Championship. Hosted at the renowned Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center, this tournament was filled with thrilling matchups and impressive victories that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The Wolverines’ path to the championship was anything but easy. Under the tactical offensive calls of Coach Jeree Flesher and a lockdown defense orchestrated by Coach Bill Carcelli, the team powered through Saturday’s games with two incredible shutouts. They first triumphed over Canfield with a decisive 36-0 victory, ending Canfield’s undefeated two-season streak, and later claimed a commanding 30-0 win under the lights against Indian Valley, another undefeated team.
The Chesterland Wolverines' defense, led by standout players Weston Penzenik and Anthony (AJ) Marino, delivered a dominating performance throughout the Division II OAC State Youth Football Tournament, creating an impenetrable wall that left opponents scoreless.
Weston and AJ spearheaded a fierce defensive line, consistently breaking into the backfield to rack up tackles for loss (TFLs), quarterback sacks and line-of-scrimmage stops. The defensive line, featuring Danny Kuchta, Tommy Toth, Anthony Marino,
Ronan Garling, Will Paros, Nate Fleisch, and Weston himself, set the tone with unrelenting pressure and powerful hits that halted opponents before they could gain any ground.
Meanwhile, the lockdown perimeter, held tight by Luca Tripodo, Timmy Mackin, Mason Shane, Gavin Domonkos, Gavin Kocsis, and Franklin Demas, shut down any attempt to break outside, leaving no room for escape. Together, these players created a defensive fortress that proved to be the backbone of the Wolverines' championship run, ensuring victory with every shutout they delivered.
The Chesterland Wolverines' offensive line, anchored by the unwavering efforts of Casey Rogaski, Zander Milnar, Owen McNall, Adam Vidmar and Danny Kuchta, played a pivotal role in the team’s championship victory. This formidable O-line consistently controlled the line of scrimmage, creating essential room for the offense to execute smart, strategic plays. Their powerful blocks and unbreakable focus allowed quarterback Lino Lallitto and his offense the space and time they needed to find openings and capitalize on every opportunity. This group’s strength and teamwork were the engine behind each successful drive, providing a solid foundation that wore down defenses and paved the way to victory. Their dedication and skill were instrumental in each point scored and proved critical to the Wolverines’ unstoppable path to the state title.
In the championship game, a thrilling See Football • Page 7
From the Road Department
Winter Plowing in Chester Township
Like it or not, winter weather will be arriving soon and, as always, the Chester Township Road Department will do its best to keep the roads clear and safe. The following information outlines some of the township’s winter season policies and procedures.
• Chillicothe Road (Route 306) and Mayfield Road (Route 322) are state roads. The plowing on these two roads is performed by Ohio Department of Transportation, not the Chester Township Road Department. Should you need to report a plowing issue on either of these roads, please call the Geauga County ODOT office at 216-584-2315.
• Chester Township has a contract with the Geauga County Commissioners to plow the county roads, which are Mulberry Road, Wilson Mills Road, Sperry Road south of Mayfield, and a portion of Caves Road from Russell Township to Wilson Mills Road. To report a plowing issue on these roads, or any Chester Township road, contact the Chester Township Road Department at 440-729-9110.
• Chester Township has 183 lane miles of county and township roads, which take approximately three and a half hours to plow with seven crews. If continuous heavy snowfall is encountered, the response time is generally increased by an additional one to two hours depending on the caliber of the storm. It can, therefore, be several hours after a road is plowed before the truck returns for another pass.
• The township does not have a “bare roads” snow plowing policy. Typically, the main roads are salted thoroughly, while hills, curves and intersections are salted on secondary roads.
Football from page 6
showdown of two undefeated teams, Quarterback Lino Lallitto led the Wolverines' charge with a series of smart, decisive plays that put Chesterland on top. Early on, Lino connected with Brady Villers on a perfectly executed counter play, leading to the first touchdown and a completed two-point conversion, giving the Wolverines an 8-0 lead by halftime.
Chesterland’s defense then held fast, shutting down Bloom Carroll’s attempts to score before the break. In the beginning of the fourth quarter, the Wolverines repeated the play, with Lino once again finding Brady for a second touchdown. Another successful two-point conversion put Chesterland up 160. With Bloom Carroll struggling to break through, Chesterland’s defense remained unbreakable, allowing Lino and the offense to control the final minutes. With less than two minutes left, the Wolverines gained posses-
• The township is not responsible for the removal of snow thrown into any driveway from plowing the roads. Please avoid plowing, shoveling or blowing snow from your driveway onto the roadway. Piles of snow left on roadways can create dangerous obstacles for motorists and plow trucks. Depositing snow on the roadway could be subject to a citation.
• Mailboxes should be kept in good condition to withstand being hit by the force of snow being thrown off the plow trucks. If a mailbox is damaged or the post is broken due to thrown snow, the township will not repair or replace it. The township will only repair or replace a mailbox that has been directly hit by the plowing equipment. If the township does have to replace a mailbox post, it will be done with a post that is no larger than 4 inches by 4 inches, because mailbox posts are required to be break-away if they are struck by a vehicle. If a plastic mailbox structure is hit by plow equipment, it will be replaced with a conventional box and wood post.
• Please set all garbage containers at least 6 feet back from the edge of the road in your driveway. This will help reduce the possibility of your containers being toppled.
• Finally, residents should instruct their children to stay out of the path of snow being thrown from township plows and not to tunnel in piled snow. The snow thrown off plows travels at a high rate of speed and may contain rocks or pieces of ice.
If you have any questions regarding any of this information or need to report a plowing issue, please contact the Chester Township Road Department office at 440-729-9110. Any emergency situations should be reported to the Chester Township Police Department at 440-729-1234.
Thank you and drive safely this winter!
sion and ran down the clock, securing a 16-0 shutout victory and etching their names into state history as the Division II OAC champions.
Head Coach Pasqualino Lallitto beamed with pride after the tournament win. “This team of boys right here deserve this win. They deserve these medals around their necks. They may not have been the biggest team out there, but they sure had the biggest desire to win,” he shared.
This win highlights the dedication and teamwork of every player and coach. The Wolverines’ roster boasts talented young athletes, each of whom played a vital role in this championship run.
Congratulations to the Chesterland Wolverines 10U on an unforgettable season and a well-deserved state championship title. This remarkable team has set a new standard for youth football in Chesterland. When a community comes together, great things happen. Their triumph will be celebrated in Chesterland for years to come.
Williamson from page 1
Williamson also recalled spending time working in the Scotland Store, owned by his parents, Spenser and Elsie, working gas pumps and stocking the shelves.
“It was just a general crowd,” he said of the customers. “We had a big bench sitting outside and people would come and sit on that bench.”
The oldest of three siblings, Williamson remembered the trio of them riding around their yard in a goat-pulled cart.
Following his graduation from Chester High School in 1943, Williamson was drafted and entered into the United States Navy, where he ended up a part of the aircraft division.
“I wanted to join the navy because my father was in the navy in World War I,” he explained. “I went to school down in Memphis, Tennessee, and then I was shipped to Port Columbus (Georgia), and then I was getting to lead and I was supposed to get an aircraft carrier.”
As part of training, Williamson ended up stationed at Grosse Ile, which he described as an island in the middle of the Detroit River.
“I was an aviation ordnanceman, who took care of the guns and the ammunition on the aircraft,” he said.
At 23, Williamson began working as a heavy equipment operator at the Old Chester Gravel Pit. Technology has changed the industry over the years, he said.
“The machine is all automatic and hydraulic now,” he said, adding both wages and working conditions are better in modern day, and pensions now exist.
Williamson is the oldest living union member, having celebrated 77 years with
Union 18 in November. He recalled getting a watch at 50 years and a plaque when he had been a member for 70 years.
One of his proudest projects is a lake he built, which took four or five years, he said, adding his family enjoys fishing there.
He recalled planting the trees around the lake when they were knee-height and how they’re now fully grown.
But his daughter, Debbie, is what Williamson said he is proudest of.
“I went out and bought a box of cigars,” he said when describing how he celebrated her birth.
As he approaches turning a century old, Williamson said he takes each day as it comes.
“I just get up every morning and take a deep breath,” he said.
In an effort to stay active, Williamson keeps a vegetable garden, which he described as “just enough to keep me busy” in terms of size. He grows a variety of plants in it, including tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, onions and corn.
“They say variety is the spice of life,” he said. He also listed a well balanced diet as part of his secret for longevity, including little to no coffee, tea or alcohol.
“I drink a lot of water. Maybe it’s the iron in the water that keeps me together,” he joked.
Williamson also does a series of exercises every morning, including squats and neck exercises, and actively reads, he said.
In terms of advice he’d give to his younger self, Williamson’s wisdom was akin to what he’s already doing — keep busy, if you don’t keep active, you’ll go downhill fast.
His words to the upcoming generation were much more concise.
“Just grin and bear it,” he advised. “Stay positive.”
Visit with Mrs. Claus and Her Elves
Dec. 1, 1-4 p.m.
Begin the holiday season in the restored 1842 Tanner House when Mrs. Claus and her elves host a fun afternoon at Chesterland Historical Village.
Chesterland Historical Village
Enjoy storytime with puppets, makeand-take tree ornaments, letter-writing to Santa, Mrs. Claus' favorite cookie recipe, holiday songs and much more.
The holiday gift shoppe will be open, offering unique, handcrafted items. There will be a raffle drawing at 3 p.m. for the new membership basket. The winner does not need to be present. Admission is free. The village is located on the corner of Caves and Mayfield roads in Chester Township.
Seniors
Home Delivered Thanksgiving Meals
The Geauga County Department on Aging and local Thanksgiving sponsors Cherished Companions, University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, Richard Doerr and the Chardon VFW will offer a free traditional holiday meal to any Geauga County senior, age 60 and
older, who will be home and alone on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28. There will be no regular Home Delivered Meal delivery or congregate meals on Thanksgiving. Instead, holiday meals are available by preorder only. Thanksgiving Day meal requests are due by Nov. 22. For more information or to sign up for a meal, call the department on aging at 440279-2163 or 440-279-2130.
West Geauga Schools
WEST GEAUGA LOCAL SCHOOLS
Looking for qualified classified employees for the following posi�ons:
• Bus and Van Drivers
(will train and pay for CDL with passenger endorsement)
•Proctors • Custodians
Also looking for qualified subs�tutes on an “as needed basis” for the following posi�ons:
• Food Service
• Custodians • Maintenance
• Bus and Van Drivers
To apply please visit our website at westg.org or send your resume/le�er of interest to: West Geauga Board of Educa�on, ATTN: Lisa Porter, 8615 Cedar Road, Chesterland, OH 44026
John M. Fear
John M. Fear, age 89, of Chester Township, passed away at home with his cherished family by his side.
Obituaries
Jack was born on July 28, 1935, in Michigan, to the late Fred and Ruth (nee Patunaude) Fear. He at tended high school in Michigan, where he was an All-American in baseball and football and went on to attend Purdue University on a football scholarship, graduating in 1957 with a degree in education.
For 42 years, Jack served in many different roles in education, most notably as vocational director at Mayfield High School, a program that served eight additional school districts, including West Geauga. In that role, he was instrumental in starting the horticulture and CVAC programs. Jack loved his job and was truly interested in his students and helping them to succeed in their chosen professions.
Since moving to the area in 1968, Jack was a parishioner of St. Anselm’s parish. He practiced his religion by being one of the kindest and caring persons to all. He never
meet a stranger and always made time to laugh and talk to everyone he met. He truly loved life, playing cards, coaching and playing various sports, and golfing. And being with others was very important to him.
Above all, his family was the most cherished part of his life. He loved family gatherings and was blessed to have his grandson Dillon living close by allowing them to spend so much time together, times he loved.
Jack and his wife, Hope (nee Vura) meet and married in California, and would have celebrated their 60th anniversary in February. He was the loving father of Kent Fear and Dana Pierce; proud grandfather of Dillon Pierce and Sienna and Savannah Fear; brother-in-law of Ron and Peggy Vura; uncle to nephews Scott and Todd Vura and niece Allison Sutton along with great nieces and nephews. He was also the cherished friend of so many.
A celebration of Jack’s life will be held at Gattozzi & Sons Funeral Home on Nov. 23, 2024, at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to West Geauga Library.
Geauga Park District
For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
2025 Facility Reservations
Geauga County residents can begin reserving facilities and campsites for 2025 starting at 8 a.m. Dec. 2, online and by phone. Everything is first-come, first-served, so booking online is the best option. However, only phone reservations will be taken for the Veterans Legacy Woods’ Tribute Lodge.
Visit the park district website, for information on the reservation process, including tips to expedite efforts and the 2025 fee schedule.
Scout Snowshoe Call List
Area scouts and scout leaders can sign up to receive notifications about guided snowshoe adventures when weather conditions are just right. The pop-up, naturalist-led snowshoe outings take place any time, day or evening, at any Geauga Park District park depending on snow conditions. Upon being contacted, scouts will then have the opportunity to sign up, with space limited by the number of snowshoes that are available.
Registering for the call list does not commit scouts to attend any of the pop-up programs, just gives them the opportunity to come along. Adult leaders must also attend with participating scouts.
Real Estate Transfers
Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the week of Nov. 4-8 and Nov. 12, 2024, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only.
CHESTER TOWNSHIP
Donald R. Trask (TOD), 13355 Foxmoor Trail, to Daniel R. and Amanda N. Eiermann, $640,000. (3.00 acres)
Brooke Mackenzie Morr and Jacob W. Westerfield, 11545 Rust Drive, to Alek Allen,
$330,000. (5.00 acres)
Aharon S. Tisch and Brittany N. Sanders, 11872 Meadow Ridge Drive, to Jillian N. and Zachary A. Coleman, $250,000. (1.52 acres)
RUSSELL TOWNSHIP
Kimberly Anne Shefelton, 13716 Cuyahoga Trail, to Adam T. Carothers, $246,000. (2.23 acres)
Nicole Cesa, 8739 Pekin Road, to Andrew Gregory and Deserae Tae Schelske, $492,000. (6.12 acres)
AUTOS & PARTS
2008 Nissan Xterra: Nice, MUST SEE, 134k, Winter Ready, Well Maintained. Also, 2002 Harley Davidson Sportster: 10k, Great Shape. MAKE OFFERS 330-8583213.
Wanted: classic or muscle car/truck, any year, or condition. 440-590-0193.
FOR RENT
Chardon: small, cozy house, 2BR, 1BA, upstairs, attached utility room and single car garage, oil heat, rural setting. Pets OK. $1,100/mo. 440-286-3840.
In-law Suite: 1BR, full kitchen, all appliances, washer, dryer. Quite, secluded. $800/mo. with additional deposit. Newbury. 440-313-1178.
FOR SALE
FIREWOOD for sale: $150 per cord. 440-338-5201. Hand crafted armoire wood manor furniture, $220. Tiffany style lamp, $50. Baker furniture oval small table, $90. 440-667-3306.
CAMERAS: Praktisx, Minolta, Nikon, Polaroid One Step. Electric log splitter, copper kettles, many aquariums, clocks, kerosene lamps, pottery jugs. Inquire 440-3383563.
Warehouse flat bed push cart: wood/metal on wheels, perfect for coffee table, dog bed, or stack them, 4 available, $185/ea, 440-668-8768 or SLW4134@att.net, pictures available.
Ladder jacks $50. 12-foot expanding plank $100. Mantis Tiller $200. Hitch Carrier Tray $100. Hand-held electric leaf blower $50. 440-554-5731.
Moving Sale: Single bed spring mattress, $100. (2) Recliners, $50/each. (2) Kirby sweepers, $20/each. Weight bench, weights, curl bar, $60. Swing glider, $50. 440-313-1413.
Two burial plots at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens with full package: 2 vaults, 2 caskets, dual memorial headstone; $7,400. 440-476-0706.
Small Playhouse: built by Pincecrest, $1,000/OBO. 440-279-7642. Also, FREE to a good home - black lab male.
Benelli Super Black Eagle 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun, 26” barrel, EC, $1,300. 440-564-1172.
HELP WANTED
Experienced Cleaners wanted, who reside in the Chardon/Chesterland area for local commercial cleaning. MWF, 2-3 hours a night, after 8pm. Must pass a drug test; and local and BCI background check. Must have reliable transportation. Paid training, $15.00 to $17.00 per hour. Apply to aboutique4u@hotmail.com.
Sales Person needed for Hardwood Furniture Manufacturer. We are a small family owned business in Holmes County Ohio looking for a motivated, friendly, enthusiastic salesperson to reach out to retail furniture stores in the United States. Job will include traveling to furniture stores across the US, going to trade shows, and doing sales training. All hotels and travel expense will be paid by our company. Pay will be based on commission. If you are interested, give us a call at 330-473-5497.
PETS & ANIMALS
7/25.
or text 440-223-9023.
Classifieds
Barn homes needed for a number of fixed & vaxxed semi-feral cats whose elderly caretaker was evicted. Help us help them. Rebecca 440-321-2485
MISCELLANEOUS
FREE fact: How VERY sad that Solon Council approved a marijuana dispensary! The youth will suffer. Solon Council made a big mistake!
Taking Orders for Homemade Pies and Breads for the holidays. 440-279-7642.
St Luke Episcopal Church in Chardon is looking for Christmas Eve singers for a Christmas service at 4 pm. Call 440-279-4022, or email mccannchris11@gmail. com.
ORDER your HOME GROWN TURKEY today! $3.75/# dressed wgt; $3.50/# drumsticks; $5.28/# ground. Processing dates: 11/25, 12/9, 12/23. Call 440-3635591. Durkee Rd, Huntsburg.
REAL ESTATE
Homes & Land Wanted: any condition or situation! Fast, friendly, local. Serving Geauga and surrounding counties. Text or call Wayne at 330-269-9595.
SERVICES
Did you know Karlovec Media Group prints business cards? Prices start at only $30 for 500 (B&W, 1-sided, no bleed). Call 440-729-7667 or email ads@karlovecmedia.com.
Experienced Caregiver: will do in-home care for elderly or children, years of experience, references. 440-3131804.
Albert’s Complete Tree Service: 45+yrs experience! Competent in all aspects of Arboriculture, Forestry and Land Clearing. Also, Firewood, Excavation and Sewer Work. Free Estimates. 440-687-5404. Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440-813-4272. No answer, leave message.
WANTED TO BUY
Motorcycles wanted to buy, running or not. Call Steve 440-488-7924.
4-wheelers, 3-wheelers, dirt bikes, mini-bikes, go-carts, golf carts, gators, farm tractors/equipment, trailers, riding mowers, snowplows. Paying cash. 440-413-3119. Also, scrap cleanup and removal.
karlovec group 8389 Mayfield Road, B-5 Chesterland, OH 44026 Fax: 440-729-8240
mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.
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Kunekune piglets for sale. Born
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Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic),
