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Glass Recycling Reinstated in Russell as of Jan. 1 By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com
Although Russell Township Trustees are anxious to see glass recycling reinstated, they delayed signing a contract Nov. 20 until termination conditions are clarified. Trustee Jim Mueller said new Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District Director Jennifer Jones assured him the contract between the district and Ohio Valley Waste Service Inc. of Youngstown locks in glass recycling starting Jan. 1, 2020. “She swears on a stack of Bibles
(glass recycling) is going to be in (the contract) and it’s going to be enforceable,” Mueller said. He said he talked to a previous director about the prohibition the GTSWMD put on depositing any type of glass in the district’s bins at various locations around the county in mid-2018. The reason given was the district was losing money on every load of glass, so the hauler ceased collecting it, he said. When Mueller investigated further, he said he found the contract was not enforceable because of in-
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sufficient bonding. When contacted by phone, Jones said the district board voted Nov. 26 to approve the contract with OVWSI for three and a half years. Jones “Glass will be accepted at all drop-off sites as of Jan. 1,” she said, adding there are limits on what the hauler will pick up. “We still don’t accept children’s toys,” she said. The contract between the district and OVWSI costs the district about $1.7 million over three and a
half years, Jones said. Jones, who has been district director for about seven weeks, also said the district has leased land on Merritt Road from Geauga County to build a 8,280-square-foot collection facility for household waste such as electronics, fluorescent light bulbs, lawn care products, propane tanks, paint and petroleum products. Weather permitting, the district is planning to break ground in February and open in June 2020, Jones said.
Vote Recount Confirms Port Win in Russell Trustee Race By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com
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West Geauga’s Peyton Bissler, above dribbling, scored 22 points in the Wolverines 56-50 win against Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin Dec. 3 in the season opener. Josh Irwin added 20 points and 14 rebounds, and Cam Rogel had six points and 10 rebounds.
Kristina Port held on to her one-vote victory after the Geauga County Board of Elections did a recount Dec. 2, officially making her a Russell Township trustee in January. The recount showed Port tallied 589 votes in the Nov. 5 general election while incumbent Trust- Port ee Justin Madden received 588 votes. That tally did not change from the Nov. 5 official final vote count, elections board Deputy Director Dorothy Stange said Dec. 2. Port said she and a team of volunteers distributed election literature in the residential developments around the township. More than 60 voters did not pick a candidate for township trustee in the November election. Madden Port said she is aware some people only will vote on issues unless they recognize a candidate’s name on the ballot, so getting her name and message out was vital to winning. During her campaign, Port focused on updating a plan for township growth and on resolving the concerns some residents have over control See Russell • Page 5
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Town Crier Kiwanis Christmas Tree Sales
West Geauga Kiwanis Club is holding its annual Christmas tree fund-raiser at Chester Square Plaza, opposite Drug Mart in Chester Township. Sales are Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and weekdays, 4-8 p.m. Select locally grown fraser fir, scotch pine and Colorado blue spruce. There will also be a selection of wreaths and white pine roping. Questions? Email Robert at robert@rbschwarzinc.com or Ray at rfoxfire69@gmail. com.
Holiday Volunteers Needed
The Geauga County Department on Aging is in need of volunteers who will deliver meals to seniors who are alone for the holidays. Volunteers are needed for Christmas Day, Dec. 25. Volunteers pick up the holiday meal from the Chardon Senior Center, drive it to the senior’s home and spend some time visiting. All meals are delivered from the Chardon Senior Center, 12555 Ravenwood Drive. For more information or to volunteer, call the Geauga County Department on Aging at 440-279-2130.
Czech Christmas Bread Sale
DTJ Taborville is selling traditional Czech Christmas bread by order only. Vanocka, or houska, is a sweet dough with golden raisins and almonds baked into a braided loaf Cost is $8 for a 2-pound loaf. Orders must be in by Dec. 13 and can be picked up Dec. 15 at DTJ in Taborville, 9850 North Blvd., Auburn Township. Call 440-543-8494 to place orders.
A Jazzy Christmas Concert
Dec. 14, 4-5 p.m. The Gateway Band, the jazz house band of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Cleveland, will perform Christmas tunes at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon. A free will offering of $7 per person is suggested, with proceeds going to WomenSafe.
Meetings Chester Township: Dec. 18, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Dec. 19, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. Russell Township: Dec. 18, 5:30 p.m. – Board of Trustees, 7:30 p.m. – Zoning Commission. Meetings are held at the Fire-Rescue Station, 14810 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. West Geauga BOE: Dec. 16, 7 p.m., regular meeting, BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road.
Geauga Dems Host Brunch
Dec. 15, 12:30 p.m. The Geauga Democratic Party is hosting a holiday brunch at party headquarters, 12420 Kinsman Road, Newbury Township. Doors open at 12:30 p.m.; buffet opens at 1 p.m. Guest speaker is Judge Jennifer Brunner, candidate for Ohio Supreme Court. Cost is $25. To RSVP, visit www.geaugadems.org or call 440-273-8200.
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Dec. 21, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Ledgewood Christian Church is hosting its free community breakfast at the church located at 8261 Kinsman Road in Russell Township. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, salmon patties, juice, coffee and tea. Ample parking is available in the rear of the church. All are welcome.
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Dec. 26, 1-6 p.m. American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. For more information, call 1-800-7332767 or visit the Red Cross website online at www.red crossblood.org.
CV Jaycees Chili Brew-Off
The Chagrin Valley Jaycees will soon be hosting their annual chili brew off and welcome all local chili brew-masters to enter their recipes. Deadline for entries is Jan. 9 and participants may enter into one of three categories – service member teams, amateur teams and restaurant teams. Entries will be judged he day by three expert chili tasters. Entry fee is $50. Visit www.cvjc.org or email info@cvjcfoundation.org.
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cure a residence, transportation, insurance, utilities and other necessities while staying within their budget and living within their means. Each student received, randomly, an occupation, level of education and household dependents. Calculating withholdings, loan payments and more, students reflected on what surprised them with the experience and what they learned. It was indeed an eye-opening experience.
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12650 West Geauga Plaza, Unit 4, Chester Township, 440-279-2163. • Cooking Demo: Dec. 18, 11 a.m. to noon. Millissa will present a hands-on cookie decorating demonstration. Call to sign up. • Geauga Mobile Library Stop: Dec. 18, 1:15-2:30 p.m.
Geauga West Branch
13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250. Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Reiki Share
Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m. Join for Reiki share and improve one’s skills. Facilitated by Reiki master teacher.
Board Game Bonanza
Dec. 14, 1-4 p.m. Spend an afternoon playing board games with family and friends. Pick from the library’s assortment of games or bring your own. Snacks will be provided. All ages.
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Chesterland Rotary Save the Date
State Rep. Diane V. Grendell will host Ohio Supreme Court Justice Judith French at the Chesterland Rotary Club meeting on Jan. 15. Justice French’s speaking topic is “The Supreme Court of Ohio: What we do, how we do it and why it’s important. “
Chesterland Rotary Fills Thanksgiving Baskets
Over 20 years ago, Chesterland Rotary members personally donated items to help fill baskets for Thanksgiving. As the years went
by, members felt they wanted to do more. When Ed Slane was president of the club in 2011, he suggested the club adopt a family and furnish the items for a full dinner. Under his direction each year, the program has grown. This Thanksgiving, Rotary members contributed donations and food items to assemble eight baskets. Each basket included turkey, pies, fresh vegetables, potatoes, yams, stuffing, salad, canned vegetables and more. The baskets were delivered by Chesterland Rotary members on Nov. 23 to families in Western Geauga County and were very well received.
Arts & Entertainment Curtain 440 Holds Auditions
Dec. 13, 5-8 p.m. Dec. 14, 6:30-9 p.m. Curtain 440 is holding auditions for its 2020 youth season opener production of “Seussical, Jr.” at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon. Auditions are open to youth ages 7-18. Show dates are weekends Jan. 24 through Feb. 2. Rehearsals will take place primarily in Chardon, with performances in Burton. For information, visit www.curtain440.com.
Fairmount Speaker Series
Dec. 15, 3 p.m. Fairmount Center for the Arts continues its “Pull Back the Curtain” speaker series with “The Art of Architecture.” Steven Litt, art and architecture critic for the Plain Deal-
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of township parks, she said during a Tuesday morning telephone interview. “People from Russell love their parks. We have the most dedicated park space of any township in Ohio,” Port said. Loss of control over those parks has polarized the community, she added. The trustee-appointed 511 Citizens’ Park Board did not receive financial support from township voters when a levy was on the ballot last year. Port said she would like to see a cost/benefit analysis on the matter. Trustees also have discussed demolish-
er. will provide insight on some of the major architecture and urban planning issues facing Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. The series is designed for adults, but is family-friendly. Refreshments are provided. RSVP by calling 440-338-3171 or via email at info@fairmountcenter.org. Visit www.fairmountcenter.org for more information.
Words And Wine
Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m. Words and Wine, a poetry reading series, meets at the Steele Mansion, 348 Mentor Ave. in Painesville. Featured poet is John Burroughs, Ohio Beat Poet Laureate 20192021. Open mic will precede his reading. The free event is open to the public. For more information, call Margie DeLong at 440-579-5990.
ing the old fire station and building a storage facility, Port said, adding plans need to accommodate future growth of the township’s service departments. “I like to think things through and present them in an objective way, and make things transparent enough so people understand where the money is going,” she said. Also, she would like to reinstate the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance before each meeting. “We’re the only township in Geauga County that doesn’t start its meetings with the Pledge of Allegiance,” Port said. When contacted Tuesday, Madden said, “I have hired legal counsel to consider our options at this point.”
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Alumni, parents and high school students gathered for the 21st annual Turkey Bowl in an ongoing effort to resurrect the West Geauga High School varsity hockey team.
West G Hockey Team Revival Submitted Sparked in large part by a record turnout at the 21st annual Turkey Bowl, alumni, parents and high school students galvanized on a plan to resurrect the West Geauga High School varsity hockey team, which has been on hiatus for several years. Within the ever-growing West G school district, we have identified a core group of players who have a desire to play for their school. There is also an interest among current students who are not experienced at hockey, but have expressed a willingness to learn this terrific sport. An initial meeting was held at the high school, the Monday morning after the Turkey Bowl. School officials were extremely supportive, as they have been since the team’s inception in 1999. Next steps will be a larger meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, in the high school library. All interested players, parents and volunteers are welcome. Importantly, no experience is necessary . . . just
a desire to play for your school. The goal is to be skating, as a team, by the upcoming 2020 season. The ongoing committee for restarting the hockey team is Wayne Walters, former longtime program head, 440-954-2479; Bob Goehrke, co-founder/coach, 440-759-0683; Erin Slay, parent of current player, 216-789-2131; Denise Garrett, parent of current player, 440289-0532; Jim Kish, West Geauga Schools Director of Public Relations and Development, 440-729-5947; and Ben Stehura, West Geauga High School Athletic Director, 440729-5960. Please call any committee member with questions and interest. By the way, the Over-30’s did beat the younger players in the Turkey Bowl. Consistent with the holiday, the more important result was giving thanks for years of camaraderie and friendship. As you can see by the picture, many of the players brought their young children to cheer them on and, hopefully, to become the future generation of West G Hockey.
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as while exploring the roots of modern holiday celebrations indoors and out at the West Woods in Russell Township. Enjoy cookies, hot cider and festive music by the Pilgrim Brass Choir, while children make a lantern from a recycled water bottle and tissue paper. Then, outdoors, stroll the self-guided Solstice Traditions Trail, a magical, candlelit route through the forest. Warm up by a bonfire and enjoy interactive skits on the stage area highlighting solstice traditions of various civilizations with costumed interpreters. Dress for the weather.
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Steve Goden, West Geauga Educational Foundation’s investment chair, and Ben Kotowski, board of education president, flip pancakes during the WGEF’s 31st annual Thanksgiving pancake breakfast at Chesterland McDonald’s.
WGEF Hosts 31st Annual Thanksgiving Breakfast Submitted On Thanksgiving Day, the West Geauga Educational Foundation hosted its 31st annual Thanksgiving pancake breakfast at Chesterland McDonald’s. Owner John Powers donated his restaurant to support the wonderful work done by the organization. WGEF
members and student volunteers prepared and served meals at the event. Thank you to Patterson Fruit Farms for donating pies that were sold to raise additional money. The West Geauga Educational Foundation awards financial grants for innovative and creative programs in the West Geauga School District.
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Beloved Naturalist Embarks on Next Adventure By Rose Nemunaitis editor@geaugamapleleaf.com Dan Best recently rolled into Big Creek Park with his best bud, Labrador retriever Eddie, perched in the passenger seat. The terrain is familiar, but a new journey awaits the recently retired Geauga Park District naturalist. “There are many aspects of working for Geauga Park District that I will miss,” said Best, who officially retired in October after over three decades with GPD. “I will miss the daily interaction with the staff and volunteers, all wonderful people. I’ll miss the program audiences, especially the ‘regulars’ who’ve become great friends over the years. I won’t miss the daily routine because there never was one. Every day was different. Dull moments or boring duties were few and far between.” GPD Chief Naturalist John Kolar — who Best hired in 2000 when he was chief naturalist — called Best a mentor to not only him, but to many of the staff, volunteers and park patrons. “We are all so thankful to Dan for his nearly 33 years of service to the Geauga Park District,” Kolar said. “Our natural world is better off from his years of hard work. He is truly a ‘Big Tree’ and is always willing to share his extensive knowledge.” Dan Faber, a retired naturalist, has known Best for almost 30 years. “Dan and I have worked on programs over the years and he has always been one of the most knowledgeable, fun loving and personable persons I have worked with,” Faber said. See Best • Page 9
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Geauga Park District Naturalist Dan Best, who recently retired from a long and illustrious career with GPD, enjoys time back at one of his favorite spots, Big Creek Park in Chardon, with his dog, Eddie.
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from page 8 “His offbeat humor and infectious laugh is legendary.” Faber said his longtime friend fits into the niche of a classic “old school” naturalist and generalist. “He is curious and knowledgeable about everything in the natural world,” Faber said. “He shares his knowledge in an easy going, non-pretentious way. People like what he says and how he says it.” Best considers nature an unending source of wonder and as his shoes touch autumn’s leaves, ready to welcome a new season, so does he. “Every new discovery, encounter and observation opens the door to new knowledge, as well as new questions, curiosities and fascinations,” Best said. “Those who come to realize nature as such an enrichment of life are never bored.” He added, “I learned early in life, and what I would want everyone to realize if they haven’t already, is the healthful benefits that being out in nature holds — the soothing serenity, the relaxing tranquility as a healthy diversion from the rigors of life. Being out in nature is invigorating and revitalizing. From observing the activities of wildlife, a person becomes inspired by the resiliency and adaptiveness demonstrated by wild plants and animals, the valiant hold on life in self-preservation, attentive parenting and cooperation
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among and between species, reproductive and distribution strategies towards perpetuation of their kind (and) the vast network of interdependency strengthened by biological diversity that exists in functional ecosystems. All of which hold lessons for humankind.” Sister Judy Boehnlein, of the Sisters of Notre Dame, a volunteer greeter at The West Woods, said it has been an honor to know Best. “Missing him, yes, yet cherishing many memories, moments of laughter and above all, those spur-of-the-moment education opportunities while looking out the window at The West Woods Nature Center, hearing him answer a question from a park guest or just asking, ‘Dan what’s this?,’” Boehnlein said. She said Best taught her to keep her eyes and ears open and let her senses explore the world around her. “It’s full of wonder and surprises,” Boehnlein said. “There are opportunities to learn, appreciate, respect and discover the wonders of creation in every habitat.” Boehnlein said Best demonstrates in all aspects of his life, a great sense of humor, appreciation and respect. “He shares untiringly his ‘nature’ knowledge and ‘people’ skills while planning, executing and enjoying projects, programs, exhibits, displays and music. Nothing will slow him down,” Boehnlein said. “His retirement will open new opportunities to explore the vast, wonderful, exciting riches of Geauga County’s nature life. You can remove a teacher from the classroom, but not the classroom out of the teacher. In Dan’s life — you can
never take nature out of a naturalist.” Best intends to get out in the woods and wetlands of this “great county” and engage in various “citizen science” projects that involve wildlife surveys, as well as observation of prescribed protocols that generate data to advance science and conservation. “My wife and I will be doing some traveling,” said Best, who lives in Chardon. “There’s so many places in this country I haven’t been.” Best’s eyes lit up when he mentioned his first grandchild being on the way and the idea of more walks with Eddie. “I will not be hanging up my naturalist hat,” Best said. “I will be doing nature guiding for the Holden Forests & Gardens and other organizations, as well as getting involved with the Foundation for Geauga Parks and the Western Reserve Land Conservancy. I look forward to speaking engagements as a Western Reserve naturalist.” He added, “I intend to write with my grand ambition being to write and publish a natural history of Geauga County. I also look forward to being able to devote more time and attention to music, hoping to advance on guitar, bass, autoharp and take up snare drum.” Kolar said Best leaves behind an incredible legacy. “This is just the beginning of a new ‘Nature Chapter’ for Dan, and he still has much great work to do.” Kolar said. “He has many lives to change and many other amazing things ahead of him.”
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Dog License Tags On Sale Dec. 1 Submitted Dog owners are reminded the deadline for 2020 dog license tags is Jan. 31. Tags will be issued with an “O” ring, however, S-hooks and rivets are available by request. Licenses purchased on or before Jan. 31 are $15 per dog. A $15 penalty is added to all licenses purchased after the deadline. There are two other options available; there is a three-year tag for $45 and a lifetime tag for $150. These are available only at the auditor’s office. Checks should be made payable to Charles E. Walder, Geauga County Auditor. The dog registration system has been modified to include rabies vaccination information. A space is provided on the registration form. Applications and licenses are available at the auditor’s office, at various locations throughout the county or by mail. Applications and licenses are also available online at www.auditor.co.geauga.oh.us. A fee of $1 per transaction will be assessed. For more information, call the auditor’s office at 440-285-2222, ext. 1604 or 440-279-1600.
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Linnea Bubnow, of Chester Township, was the high bidder for a jumbo gift basket containing pet food and toy products donated by the J.M. Smucker Co. That company, headquartered in Orwell, also donated another jumbo gift basket with similar pet products for the silent auction at a recent benefit for the Happy Tails Cat Sanctuary at Cana Winery in Munson Township.
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Obituaries Robert A. Shafranek
Robert A. Shafranek passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 3, 2019. He was a graduate of West Geauga High School and Miami University (Ohio). Robert lived his happiest years in Colorado and loved spending time in the mountains. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Eileen Shafranek. Robert is survived by his sister, Susan Hillier (Douglas); brother, Richard (Donna); nephews, Richard and Ryan; niece, Amanda; and great-nephew, JD. Private family services. Online condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
Ronald Congdon
On Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, Ronald Congdon passed away at the age of 79. Ron was born in Ashtabula, to Don and Betty Congdon, on May 26, 1940. After graduating from Jefferson High School, he earned a Bachelor of Science followed by a Master of Education from Kent State University. He then began a 35-year teaching career in 1965 at West Geauga Schools. He created and designed unique classes such as aviation and electricity. Teaching photography and more, he touched and inspired thousands of lives until his retirement in 2000. He served on the council of Newbury United Community Church for many years and as president and treasurer of a local Experimental Aircraft Association chapter in Painesville. Ron met Sue in 1969 through mutual friends and they married in 1970. After sons Jeffrey and Brett were born, he designed and built the family home in 1981, and an addition in 2000. Though he lived in Ohio his whole life, he and Sue traveled the world together. They hoped to celebrate their 50th anniversary in Hawaii, Ron’s favorite place. Ron continued his love of aviation in retirement by attending air shows and serving on the brain trust at IWASM (International Women’s Air & Space Museum). He volunteered at the Geauga County Century Village, helping children construct items used in pioneer days. He built a workshop to enjoy another hobby, renovating vintage trucks and tractors, which he showed in parades, fairs and local shows. He is survived by his wife, Susan; children, Jeff (Melissa) and Brett (Jennifer); grandchildren, Grant, Alec, Austin, Elia, Johanna, and Jaxson; and sisters, Cherie Havens (Rollin, deceased) and Ruth Ann Theil (Jack). Visiting hours were held Nov. 29 at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. A memorial service was held at Christ Presbyterian Church in Chester on Nov. 30. Interment in Western Reserve Memorial
Gardens in Chester. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: Ron Congdon Memorial Technology Fund, 8615 Cedar Road, Chesterland OH 44026. Online tribute video and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
Kathleen Marie Morris
Kathleen Marie Morris passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, while working on her family farmstead in Chester Township. She was born on June 3, 1955, in Cleveland, to parents Norman and Carol Butler, and was the third of five children. It was in the Olmsted Falls High School Marching Band that Kathleen and her future husband, David, first met. They married in 1979 after a prolonged courtship. Kathleen worked as a school bus driver for the West Geauga school system and graduated from the Cleveland School of Massage. She then owned and operated Everest Massage in Russell Township. She was preceded in death by her beloved Grandpa Jim; parents; David’s parents, Victor and Dorothy Morris; and brother-in-law, Daniel Morris. Kathleen is survived by her husband David; children, Jacqueline (Thorsten Greulich), Jennifer (Jason Kamp) and Jeana (Clint Hardman); and grandchildren, Kailey, Nick and Marissa Greulich, Samuel, Grace, Jonathon and Mercy Kamp, and Emily and Thomas Hardman. Services were held in Kathleen’s honor at Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home on Dec. 7, 2019. Kathleen will be interred at Munn Cemetery in Newbury Township later this spring. Online condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
Steffanie D. Barzellato
Steffanie D. Barzellato (nee Brandt), age 46. Beloved wife of Paul; loving mother of Andrew and Abigail; cherished daughter of Kenneth and Diane Brandt; dear sister of Jill Eibling (Adam), and Michael (Renee); sister-in-law of John Barzellato (Margaret); daughter-in-law of Justo and Lucia Barzellato; aunt of Bryce, Alexis, Lucas, Evan, Justin, and Jeanie; niece of Gail Rodgers (Kurt), and Robert Sockey (Cindy); friend and family member of the Grassi Family. Arrangements made by The Ferfolia Funeral Home, www.ferfoliafuneralhomes.com Interment All Saints Cemetery. Notices should be sent in writing to: Geauga County Maple Leaf, P.O. Box 1166, Chardon, OH, 44024-5166 or emailed to editor@geaugamapleleaf.com.
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Chester Government Update All Are Welcome!
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Celebrate the Birth of Our Lord Christmas Eve Masses 4:00 pm (Children’s Choir) in the Church 4:00 pm Additional Mass in Kelly Hall 6:00 pm & 10:00 pm in the Church
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The Chester Township Board of Trustees’ meeting Nov. 21 opened at 6 p.m. with discussion regarding upcoming expiring terms on the Chester Planning Committee. A motion was approved to reappoint Chairman Anthony Nastasi for 2020, with advertising for 10 committee members placed in the Chesterland News, Maple Leaf, nextdoor. com and the Chester Township website. All letters of interest or emails should be sent to Anthony at adnastasi@gmail.com or via USPS to Anthony Nastasi c/o Chester Township 12701 Chillicothe Road to be received by 4 p.m. Dec. 13. In road department business, an application was approved for an Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Grant requesting $15,888 for the following projects for the Chester Recycle Park: surveillance cameras, outreach and education and Keep America Beautiful Certification with matching funds of $3,972. Also approved was $4,900 to the American Public Works Association for membership and pursuing accreditation for Chester Township, $4,200 for plow blades from Hawk Industrial Distribution and $4,500 for piping supplies from Cleveland Plumbing. In fire department business, the board approved up to $6,150 to Painting Solutions for painting the classrooms, four offices, kitchen, entry and hallway at Fire Station #1. The board accepted a $1,200 grant from Ohio Department of Public Safety, Emergency Medical Services that will be used to purchase four Rapid Response Kits from North American Rescue for $1,450, which was also approved by the board. Trustees continued discussions on pro-
posals for health care insurance through township provider Burnham & Flower. In other business, $55,782 was approved for 2020 to Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation, which is $2,000 less than 2019. Finally, the board accepted a change order request for the third and final invoice from Ronyak Paving Inc. for various roads (Project RC-CHE-V-2019) certified by Geauga County Engineer’s Office. The original contract was $621,400 and with approved changes, the final revised contract total approved was $561,408.08. The board went into an executive session at 7:01 p.m. to discuss the appointment, employment, promotion or compensation of a public employee or official. After returning from executive session at 8:42 p.m., there were no further discussions and the meeting adjourned. The Chester Township Board of Trustees held a special meeting on at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 25 at the West Geauga Library. All the trustees and the heads of fire, police and road departments were in attendance with an audience of 30 to 40 individuals. The meeting was held for Public Survey Development by Cleveland State University. Kirby Date and Molly Schnoke, representatives from Cleveland State University, led areas of discussion on the following topics: Overall Quality of Life, Environmental, Residents Uses, Commercial District/Town Uses, Community Services, Community Facilities, Utilities and Related Services, Transportation/Mobility and other land uses. After the presentation, there were open discussions with the public with the CSU representatives. Submitted by Joseph C. Mazzurco, Chester Township Trustee
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Christmas Services Chesterland Baptist Church
12670 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township 440-729-7101, Chesterlandbaptist.org Dec. 22, 9:45 a.m.: Christmas breakfast followed by worship service at 11 a.m. Dec. 24, 6 p.m.: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. All are welcome. Have a blessed Christmas.
Christ Presbyterian Church
12419 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-1688, Christpcusa.org Christmas Eve: Cookies, hot chocolate, family photo center, crafts and music, 4 p.m.; Candlelight service, carols, the story of Jesus’ birth, 5 p.m. A message of joy and hope.
Fowlers Mill Christian Church
10755 Mayfield Road, Munson Township 440-286-6653 Dec. 24, 6 p.m.: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Pastor Doug Browning.
Kirtland Christian Fellowship
10001 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland 440-256-1001, www.kirtlandchristian.org Dec. 24, Christmas Eve Candlelight Services: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Kirtland Temple
7809 Joseph St., Kirtland 440-256-1830, info@kirtlandtemple.org Dec. 15, 7 p.m.: Christmas concert and hymn sing. Choir concert by Selah, with audience joining in on certain hymns. Dec. 24, Christmas Eve service, 7 p.m.
The Little Church in the Vale
610 Chagrin River Road, Gates Mills 440-423-4845, www.Little.Church Join during the season of Advent every Sunday of December at 10:45 a.m. for the celebration of Christmas through the singing of beloved Christmas carols, the reading of Scripture and the study of the Bible stories that lead up to the birth of Jesus Christ. Dec. 24, 7 p.m.: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. Join us for this precious time of joy and worship as we anticipate the celebration of Christmas Day.
Mayfield Church
7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4006, www.mayfieldchurch.org Dec. 24, Christmas Eve services: Noon: Traditional service with lessons, carols and candlelight. 5 p.m.: Family service with Modern Worship Band. 7:30 p.m.: Traditional service with lessons, carols and candlelight with handbells and choir. 11 p.m.: Midnight candlelight service. Join for a light meal in Fellowship Hall from 4:30-7 p.m. Childcare is available at the noon, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. services.
Most Holy Trinity Church
8549 Mayfield Road, Chester Township 440-729-7636, mhtohio.org Join for liturgy during the Christmas season. Christmas Eve: 5 p.m. Christmas Day 9 a.m. Dec 26: 10 a.m. New Year’s Eve: 5 p.m. New Year’s Day: 10 a.m. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the parishioners at Most Holy Trinity.
Riverview Church
13968 Chillicothe Road, Russell Township admin@riverviewchurch.net, riverviewchurch.net Dec. 24, Christmas Eve Service, 5:30 p.m.
St. Anselm Catholic Church
12969 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township 440-729-9575, www.stanselm.org Glory to God in the highest and peace to His people on earth! All are welcome to join us as together we celebrate the birth of our Lord. Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Masses will be celebrated at 4 p.m. with the children’s choir in the church and an additional Mass in Kelly Hall; and 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. in the church. Christmas Day Masses will be celebrated at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. We join with you and your families in celebrating this Christmas. May God bless you and your families as we rejoice in the gift of God entering into human history in the person of Jesus Christ who continues to dwell within us. Merry Christmas.
SS Edward and Lucy Parish
St. Edward Church, 16150 Center St., Parkman St. Lucy Mission, 16280 East High St., Middlefield Sacrament of Penance: Dec. 13, 7 p.m., Advent Penance service at St. E; Dec. 14 and 21, 4:15-5 p.m. at St. E and 7:15 p.m. at St. L; Dec. 18, 7 p.m. at St. L; and Dec. 23, 7 p.m. at St. E Chapel. Christmas Eve, Dec. 24: Children’s Mass at St. Lucy, 4 p.m.; Vigil Mass at St. L, 6 p.m.; and Midnight Mass at St. E, 12 a.m. Christmas Day, Dec. 25: 8:30 a.m. at St. E and 10:30 a.m. at St. L.
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West Geauga Schools
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Lisa Karacak, Alesha Bybee and Joe Chuckro attend the Thanksgiving dinner hosted by the Geauga Achieve classroom.
Career Day at WGMS
West Geauga Middle School hosted its annual College and Career Readiness Day on Nov. 21. Eighth-grade students heard a keynote speech delivered by John Gadd, president and CEO of Hotcards.com, followed by numerous sessions with speakers from a wide variety of occupations. Students also heard presentations from specialized programs such as Excel TECC, as well as presentations from area universities. School councilor Dusty Timmons planned and organized the event.
Geauga Achieve Thanksgiving
Students in Mrs. Kustron’s classroom took on the enormous undertaking of hosting a Thanksgiving meal for their families. Students created invitations, shopped for food, prepared the food, set the tables and served a feast to their families. Mrs. Kustron and Mrs. Larrick have made this a tradition at West Geauga Middle School for many years.
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Neveha Allen and Danielle Taraba enjoy the Thanksgiving celebration hosted by Geauga Achieve during school.
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Lindsey and Westwood elementary schools’ fifth-grade bands performed for a crowded middle school gymnasium on Dec. 5. Elementary band director Taylor DeSapri instructs the students at the individual buildings, but they are combined for the concert. One hundred and one students were part of the performance, which is the largest number of fifth-grade band students in recent history. Both DeSapri and high school band director Jason Branch are pleased with the popularity of the band program.
Soloists Shine at Concert
The West Geauga Middle School band performed for a packed house in the middle school gymnasium on Dec. 3. The sixth, seventh and eighth-grade bands performed individually. The concert was complemented by a combined grade level jazz band in which soloists had the opportunity to demonstrate their skills.
Person of Innovation
West Geauga High School teacher Mike Sustin has been named the 2019 winner of the West Geauga Educational Foundation Person of Innovation Award for his work in implementing innovative projects with West Geauga students including a hydroponic garden and StarLab, an inflatable planetarium. Mr. Sustin received a $500 award for personal or classroom use.
The Person of Innovation Award is presented each school year by the West Geauga Educational Foundation. It recognizes those within the school community who make outstanding efforts to introduce new ideas and methods to learning. The West Geauga Educational Foundation also awards money for innovative and creative programs in the West Geauga School System. Teaching and learning, like other areas, evolve. But it isn’t always clear which new approaches might work. “Seed” funding from the West Geauga Educational Foundation allows teachers and students to try new programs, materials and technologies. To learn more about the West Geauga Educational Foundation, visit http://www.wgef. org/. To join, help, attend an event or make a donation, contact Caise Rode McHale at 216789-4842.
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West Geauga Educational Foundation President Caise Rode McHale presents the 2019 Person of Innovation Award to West Geauga High School teacher Mike Sustin.
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WG Soccer Club u10 Boys finished the regular season as Division Champions with a 7-1 record. They also took second place in the Willoughby Travel Tournament back in August. Congrats to coaches Matt Martin and Bill Haas. U10 players are Drake Bryan, Ryan Creech, Brandon Haas, Grant Brugger, Jakob Semrad, Colin Thrasher, Michael Shafer, Enzo Vaccariello, Mason Paliokas, Drew Campbell, Mason Rearden, Roan Murphy and Mikey Gideon.
WG Soccer Club u11 Boys finished the regular season as undefeated Division Champions with an 8-0 record. They are the only WGSC team to win every game they played this past fall season. Congrats to coaches Buddy Cooper and Jack Ackworth U11 players are Clayton Graham, Marko Valentic, Noah Zielaskiewicz, Dominic Daher, Logan McDaniel, Quin Johnson, Quin Mancino, Asher Solomon, Kristian Knott, James Nicolosi, Jack Ackworth, Ava Borz, Drake Bryan, Jacob Semrad and Mitchell Mikolay.
WG Soccer’s grades three to five Kid Kickers Team won the Silver Division of the Tri-County League tournament with a semifinal win over Chagrin Falls and a Finals victory over Aurora. Nico Piccirillo scored the game winner and Quinn Mancino came up with multiple big saves in goal during the finals shoot-out with Aurora. Congrats to coaches Matt Martin and Bill Bryan. Players are Logan Klarich, Owen Dahlhoffer, Colette Bond, Nico Piccirillo, Maxwell Adams, Kailey Grulich, Morgan Demaske, Drake Bryan, Kole Bryan, Jake Semrad, Antonio Gonzalez, Adalaide Nichols, Will Wagner, Eden Drotos and Quinn Mancino.
WG Soccer Club u11 Girls finished the regular season undefeated as Division Champions with a 6-0-2 record. They outscored their opponents 30 goals to just 11 goals. Congrats to coaches Sarah Neale and Steve Vieira. U10 players: Elle Vieira, Olivia Pickens, Gianna Berkeley, Emma Riebe, Anna Dumstorff, Ailsa Mancino, Csenga Karetka, Clair Vidmar, Sydney Smith, Aldyn Petronsky, Maria Solomon, Amelia Zaffiro and Peyton Dennison.
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WG Soccer Club u12 Girls finished the regular season undefeated as Division Champions with a 6-0-2 record. They outscored their opponents 35 goals to just 17 goals. Congrats to coaches Sarah Neale and Maggie Timm. U11 players are Lillana Colecchia, Jordis Echt, Savannah Corrao, Avery Carlisle, Callie Kormos, Taylor Swaye, Adison Schultz, Csenga Karetka, Grace Brobeck, Sophia Modliszewski, Rachel Mason, Layla Echt and Mikah Douglass.
Notes of Gratitude Thanks for 100th Birthday Wishes On Nov. 14, l celebrated my 100th birthday. How do you say “thank you” to so many good people of Geauga County and beyond? Thanks to my family and friends. Thanks to the Maple Leaf and Chesterland News for sharing stories about an old veteran’s life. Thanks to all the people and groups that
sent me certificates honoring me on my 100th birthday. This includes: Diane Grendell - Ohio House of Representatives; Judge Timothy J. Grendell, Larry Householder, speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives; David Joyce, Congressman, U.S. House of Representatives; Geauga County Department of Aging; Geauga County veterans; Chester Township Trustees; Chester Township Police Department; Chester Township Fire Department; and St. Anselm’s Church Young of Heart Club. I received over 190 birthday cards from all over the United States. Also, thanks to Jim Kish and the West Geauga Local Schools. I received another 100 personally created birthday wishes from students at our elementary schools. On Sept. 22, I pitched a “no hitter” at the Cleveland lndians’ last home game of 2019. It doesn’t matter that it was an “honorary veteran’s 1st pitch event. The bad people always make the news, but the good people are why America is such a great country. Thank you for all your kind wishes. Tony Roman Chester Township
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SUSPICION Nov. 22 12:50 p.m., Beechwood Drive. Caller received a suspicious letter from Spain that advised him he won a lottery in Spain and to call a phone number. Caller know this was a scam and will not be contacting the agent listed in letter. Caller also reported he receives several phone calls a day that are scams and he does not respond to any callers and does not return messages left on his voicemail. Caller was advised a report would be om file. 2:25 p.m., Russell Lane. Caller reported a voicemail was left at his residence from someone who advised legal enforcement actions are filed against his Social Security Number for fraudulent activities and to call 646-970-3773 before legal proceedings begin. Caller is aware of scams and wanted to make sure the message is not a valid call. Officer advised caller not to return the call and this is a scam. Nov. 27 11:40 a.m., Caves Road. Caller reported he received a computer-generated voicemail message informing him his Vtech Solution anti-virus was renewed for $399 and would be charged to his credit card. Caller was advised to call Peter Patrick at 213770-8884. Caller never purchased Vtech Solution services and did not return the call and plans to call his credit card company to inform them any charge from Vtech Solution is a fraudulent charge. Caller requested a report on file. THEFT Nov. 21 9:30 a.m., County Line Road. Caller reported three Amazon packages were stolen off her porch. One package was delivered Nov. 18 and was not on her porch that evening. Two packages were delivered Nov. 19 and were not on her porch that evening. Caller contacted Amazon and obtained proof of delivery. Caller ordered the items again and is awaiting new shipments, and requested a report on file. Dec. 2 6:05 p.m., Hillbrook East. Caller reported she had an Amazon package delivered that evening. After about 30 minutes from time she got the delivery alert she went out to get the package and it had been stolen. Amazon reversed the charges and agreed to resend her the item. She advised package was under $80 and just wanted a report on file.
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Parkman Village: Duplex: 4bed/2bath up, townhouse style, basement, garage, big yard, Parkman Village, currently rented. Home or investment, $143,000, Craigslist, Zillow, 440-548-8087.
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If you need to have a moving sale, estate sale or garage sale, call Kathy Willis at 440-840-3226 for assistance. Experienced. References available. We are now doing partial estate buyouts.
School child advocate: Retired teacher/ School Counselor available anytime for assistance with school conferences and IEPs at school. Dave 440-487-0829.
Glider/rockers $69-$89, Kerosene heater, old oil lamps, old humpback chests $99, $198, and many old clocks, call 440-338-3563. Kubota BX5450 50” Snow blower with Kubota BX2751 male quick hitch and subframe mid pto kit with shaft, 440-4742609. 2000+ guns in stock, big variety of ammo, Ohio Supply & Tool, 125 State St., Wadsworth OH, 330-335-1506.
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VACATION RENTALS
Firewood – 4 feet x 8 feet x 16 inches, $100 cut/split/seasoned, free delivery, call 440-352-7372.
Auburn Twp: Studio apt. for rent, country setting, heat/trash/satellite TV included, No pets, No smoking, $670/ Month. Lou 440-336-3537.
2019 Honda Pioneer 500, like new, 5 month warranty remaining, plow, windshield, hardtop, & more. Asking $10,000. 440-564-5662, 440-708-4463.
Wedding Items: “Welcome to our Wedding” sign $25, 4 garland with white roses and 10 strings of gems $30 for all, large round white tablecloth and navy blue accent tablecloth $25 set, call 440-729-4134.
PETS & ANIMALS Border Collie Puppies, 8 weeks old on 12/19, mother on premises, ABCA registrable, $500-$750, call 440-318-4672 or 937539-0250.
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Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures, tackle boxes, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee, 440-313-8331.
Free Skis and boots and carrying bag set: boots are older Salomon 355 size men’s 10.5/women’s 12.5, call 440-729-4134.
Thompson Twp: Lot For Sale, one acre lot, scenic, gently sloped, wooded, very quiet side street, $9,900. Call 440-289-0708.
Vintage Stanley Bailey and other woodworking planes, also buying hand and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.
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