the July 2020 terri tory transfer of Newbury Schools into West Geauga Schools, New bury Township and the district began negotiating a lease-to-own agreement of parts or all of the former school property. “On Friday, Richard, Peter the lawyer and I had a discussion as to which items we needed more information from them on and Pe ter got back to them on that, so we are waiting for them to reply to a couple of questions we had,” said Beers.During the July board meet ing, board President Kathy Leav enworth indicated the proposed lease should not be viewed as a sign the school board is re-opening negotiations with Newbury trust ees on other pieces of property.
the West Geauga Wolverines hosted the Streetsboro Rockets in a rematch of last sea son’s first round OHSAA playoff game.Unlike the previous contest in which 98 combined points were scored, this year’s home opener against the Rockets was a much lower-scoring affair. After a 42-point 2021 playoff performance against the Rockets, this game saw the Rockets defeat the Wolverines, 28-6.Since the end of last season, Wolverines football has gone through major changes. With the resignation of previous Head Coach Adam Sopkovich, the Wol verines brought back Matt Rosati to lead the program. Rosati, the all-time winningest Wolverines football coach, with 69 wins, led the team from 1996 to 2006. In addition, Rosati coached the Perry Pirates for 14 seasons
“I guess I would say at this point things look optimistic and that we will be able to reach some kind of agreement for a lease of the athletic fields,” said Beers. “We still have a couple of weeks to work through things. Our tar get date remains Sept. 9 to get the presentation back as a final lease agreement for a presentation to the board on Sept. 12.”
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Acceptable items include: metal items, appliances, grills without fuel tanks, furniture, carpet cut and bun dled, toys, lamps, clothing, televisions and electronic equipment. Construc tion wood, drywall, pipe or other large items must be reduced to 6 feet or less lengths. All smaller materials should be consolidated in strong boxes and items should be kept dry or tarped. To prevent possible bed bug transferal, all mattresses, couches and upholstered furniture must be wrapped in plastic and taped secure ly or they will not be taken. Windows, glass and mirrors must be duct taped.
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West Geauga setter Malory Lear had 20 assists as the Wolverines swept the Huskies 2-0 (25-12, 25-14) at a tri-match Aug. 20. Kayla Herbst had eight kills. For more geaugamapleleaf.com/sports.visit
West Geauga Schools Board of Education provided an update Aug. 22 regarding lease negoti ations with Newbury Township Trustees for the use of the athlet ic fields on the former Newbury schoolBackproperty.inJuly, the board passed a resolution establishing a three-person committee consist ing of Superintendent Rich Mark wardt, board member Bill Beers and the board’s attorney to negoti ate an agreement by Sept. 9. “If you remember at the last board meeting, we discussed we were having a meeting with the Newbury Trustees about the lease on the athletic fields, which you authorized about a month or so ago,” said board member Bill Beers. “We did have that meeting then and we were asking that they would provide some feedback to us by last Friday and they actually got information back to us on Thurs day as to their interest in leasing the Followingproperty.”
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Russell Township is holding its Senior Scrap Collection on Sept. 15 and 16 and its Resident Scrap DropOff on Sept. 17. For the senior event, township senior citizens 60 years or older must first register with the Geauga County Department on Aging no later than Sept. 8 for the special pickup on Sept 15-16. All refuse items must be outside of the home or garage the day before pickup. Do not leave items by curbside. Limit to 10 household items per home. Call 440-279-2130 to register. For the all-households event, res idents may attend the Scrap Drop-Off event on Sept. 17 at the Russell Road Garage, 15625 Chillicothe Road. Bring ID or proof of residency. One pickup truck load per household or 10 household items per home are allowed. When the dumpsters are filled, the event is over.
The West Geauga varsity girls soccer team beat NDCL 4-0. Head Coach Kori Jesenovic’s team was in control the majority of the game. Frankee Flesher scored the first goal of the game for West Geauga. “I received an amazing ball from Megan (McGinnis),” Flesher recalled. “I took a touch between the two defenders, which is some thing I usually don’t relax with. But I took a breath and made sure to get my touch under control. I saw the goalie coming out, and placed the ball in the back of the net.”
Sept. 4 Mark the calendar for the West Geauga High School Class of ’72 50th class reunion. For information, email the reunion com mittee at 72westg@gmail.com or visit the West G Class of ’72 Reunion Facebook page.
FGP Explorers Series Sept. 3, 10:30 a.m. Join naturalist and Foundation for Geauga Parks Trustee Dan Best to explore the Duane Ferris Trail in Eldon Russell Park, 16315 Rapids Road in Troy Township. For information, visit foundationforgeau gaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Bloodmobile Sept. 19, 1-7 p.m. The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Power Reds are Appointmentsavailable. may be made by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-733-2767.
CWC Lunch and Program Sept. 21, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Join Christian Women’s Connection for lunch and a program at a new location, Bain bridge Library, 17222 Snyder Road, Bain bridgeClevelandTownship.storyteller Dan Ruminski will share the entertaining stories of Cleveland’s past personalities. Featured speaker Lori Kempton will present “Change Happens.” Cost is $16 at the door; lunch catered by Hungry Bee To RSVP, email cwcchagrin@gmail.com or call/text 440-213-1205.
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The newly-formed West Geauga Chamber of Commerce held its inaugural meeting Aug. 25 at the Geauga West Library in Chester Township. Board members, from left, Kevin Rus cher, Tonya Peto and Steve DiFranco welcomed local business people during Wednesday’s gathering. For more information on the new group, visit www.wgchamber.com.
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Sept. 12, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join Geauga Skywatchers for “Nebulae” at Chardon Library. Learn about the giant clouds of dust and gas in space and use wa tercolors to paint a nebula on a bookmark. Visit www.GeaugaLibrary.libcal.com to register.
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Girl Scout Info Meeting Sept. 22, 6:30 p.m. There will be a Girl Scout informational meeting at West Geauga Library, 13455 Chill icothe Road, Chester Township. All grades are Contactwelcome.Lori Vieira at lorikvieira@gmail.
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Genealogical Society Meets Sept. 13, 7 p.m. The Geauga County Genealogical Society will meet in the Bostwick room of the Char don Library, 110 E, Park St. Chardon. Melissa Cole and Lynn Vandevort will discuss how to utilize the resources of the Anderson Allyn room, the library’s updated genealogical resource room. The program
Fall Fish Sale Sept. 15, 1-2:30 p.m. The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District’s annual spring fish sale will be held on the midway at the Geauga County Fair grounds. Orders are currently being taken for fingerling-size largemouth bass, channel catfish, bluegill/sunfish mix, minnows, redear “shellcracker” sunfish and white amurs. Pond safety kits and farm pond management books are also available. To place an order, visit www.geaugaswcd. com.Order deadline is Sept. 9. All proceeds support the district’s education programs. Questions? Call 440-834-1122. Airport Community Day Sept. 17 The Experimental Aircraft Association, Chapter 5 will host its last fly-in of the sum mer at the Geauga County Airport, 15421 Old State Road in Middlefield. An all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast will be served from 7-11 a.m. Donation is $10 for adults, $5 for kids and free for children under 3. Youth will enjoy a variety of hands-on ac tivities including flight simulators, crafts and free Young Eagle airplane rides for ages 8-17 beginning at 8 a.m. Parental permission is re quired; register at youngeaglesday.org. The event features aircraft displays and demonstrations. Bring lawn chairs. Fly-in or driveForin.more information, call 440-632-1884, 440-836-3225 or 440-321-9036.
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Sept. 2, 11:30 a.m. Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Parish Center in Chester Township. Bring a brown bag lunch. Snacks and bever age are provided. Entertainment will be by Dan Karl with his keyboard, guitar and vocals. A trip is planned for Oct. 15 to Das Dutch Inn in Columbiana for a lunch and show, “A Big Band Salute to the Military.” Also includ ed are stops at Fellows Riverside Gardens and White House Fruit Farm, with a special treat on the way home. Cost is $125 per per son or $128 for nonmembers. For reserva tions, call Nancy at 440-729-9684.
Sept. 8 and 9, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A free community giveaway of clothing for the family, bedding, household items, toys, books and miscellaneous items will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon. Poor Man’s Raffle Sept. 10, 5 p.m. to midnight Chesterland Lions Club will host its 24th annual Poor Man’s Raffle at SNPJ Hall, 10946 Heath Road, Kirtland. Join for a night of din ner, dancing and live music by Tracer. Tickets are $70 per couple, or $45 for a single, and include a drawing in the $500 prize raffle, as well as roast beef and pork din ner, beer and wine. For information, contact Mike Stark at 440-666-5600, email Stark6@aol.com or visit chesterlandlions.org.
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Sept. 14, 12-8 p.m. The National Cleveland-Style Polka Hall of Fame and Museum is hosting the 18th annual Slovenian Sausage Festival at SNPJ Farm, 10946 Heath Road, Kirtland. Enjoy non-stop polkas and waltzes with favorite Cleveland-style bands. Sample sau sages from several makers and then pick a winner. Prizes are awarded in the People’s Choice and the juried Best of Fest categories. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the gate. Youth 18 and under are free. For tickets or more information, call 216261-3263 or visit www.polkafame.com.
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“We have a real young group of guys,” Ro sati said. “We really don’t have any returning starters from last year. So we’re just trying to find our way right now, and we’re trying to put some pieces together, and we’ll see what works for us as we move forward.” In their first two games, the Wolverines have been competing with high energy and enthusiasm as they focus on building cohe sive offensive and defensive units. This continued improvement was evident against the Rockets as the Wolverines kept the score close throughout most of the game.
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“Streetsboro came out and played a real nice game,” he said. “We fought but, we made too many Leadingmistakes.”WestGeauga offensively on the ground were Justin Artino (nine carries, 31 yards), Nikko Kless (five carries, 28 yards), Travis Veleba (five carries, 21 yards), David Fofana (three carries, 16 yards) and Ethan Bartlett (one carry, eight yards).
Leading the Wolverines in receiving for the game were Kretscham (four receptions, 47 yards, one touchdown), Carson Weisman (one reception, 11 yards), Christian Mullica (one reception, nine yards), Nate Mikons ki (one reception, seven yards), and Nikko Kless (one reception, four yards).
“I just did what I do and I read the of fense perfectly,” Levy said. “I was just getting in the backfield. … I did make a lot of errors, but I made up for it with a lot of tackles in the secondWesthalf.”Geauga will next host Parma at home Sept. 3, looking for a repeat perfor mance of last season’s defeat of Parma, 43-0.
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from 2007 to 2020. During his tenure with the Pirates, Rosati won multiple conference cham pionships and took the Pirates to the OHSAA state championship semi-finals in 2016. With the changes in staff and graduation of most of their starters, including All Ohio quar terback Danny Stewart, this year’s Wolverines are a younger and more inexperienced team.
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The Rockets began the scoring on an 11yard touchdown run by Preston Hopperton, taking a 7-0 lead with 4:26 left in the first quar ter. They’d then score again at the start of the second quarter as Hopperton rushed five yards for his second touchdown run of the night. For the game, Hopperton led the Rockets with three rushing touchdowns and gained 69 yards on 14 carries. The Wolverines scored first after halftime with 9:19 left in the third quarter on a 24-yard touchdown pass by quarterback Finn Keenan to RichardKretschamKretscham.hauled in Keenan’s pass by making a spectacular one-handed grab in the end zone to make the score 14-6. The Rockets would complete the scoring for the game on two additional rushing touchdowns by Hopperton to make the final score 28-6. After the game, Rosati provided his thoughts about the contest.
Defensively, the Wolverines were led by Nasir Levy and CeJay Baker (both with 7.5 tackles each), Ethan Bartlett (6.5 tackles), Nicholas Donofrio (six tackles), David Fofana (4.5 tackles), Andrew Marino, Shawn Leon ard and Nikko Kless (each with 3.5 tackles), as well as Carson Weisman and Paul Flowers (both with three tackles).
Levy discussed his excellent defensive performance during the game.
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Russell Township: Sept. 1, 2 p.m., Board of Trustees; Sept. 12, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; Sept. 15, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. West Geauga BOE: Sept. 12, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
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Interment at a later date at Chester Town ship Cemetery, Chesterland. Donations can be made in Louise’s honor to the Parkinson’s Foundation, https://www. parkinson.org/.Onlinetribute video and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com. Barbara Louise Tarajcak Barbara Louise Tarajcak, age 85, passed away on Aug. 26, 2022, after a long battle with Scleraderma.Shewas a 60-year resident of Chester land and a parishioner of St. Anselm Church for 60Barbarayears. worked as an administrative as sistant and enjoyed cooking for her family, gardening, attending her grandchildren’s sporting events, singing in the church choir and spending time with her family. Barbara is survived by her loving hus band, Richard; children, Michael (Winifred), Mark, Mary (David) Trela and Matthew (Car ol); grandchildren, Lee, Kendra, Elizabeth, Daniel, Jonathan, Rebecca, Samuel, Seth and Bennett; and brothers, Ron (Barb) and Al (Anita)FriendsBennett.are welcome at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022, from 4-7 Funeralp.m.Mass will be held at St. Anselm Church, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chester land, on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, at 10 a.m. (Please meet at church.) Interment at All Souls Cemetery, Char don Township. Online condolences at www. gattozziandson.com.
Obituaries
Louise Dragan Louise “Lou” Dragan, born in Cleveland, on July 24, 1937, passed away on Aug. 14, 2022, at the age of 85. She was a longtime teacher and resident of Chester Township.Louise began her teaching career in Gar field Heights, then spent 10 years at home raising her three children. She returned to the classroom and taught various grades for the next 24 years at West Geauga Schools, where she touched the lives of countless chil dren.While teaching, she ran many clubs and organizations, her favorite being director of the West Geauga Wolverettes for 10 years. Louise enjoyed traveling with her hus band, reading, gardening, making floral ar rangements, spending time with her family and friends, and playing Solitaire. Most of all, she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grand children.Louise had a passion for helping others and was an active member of Saint Anselm Church, Christ Child Society and the Aquile gia Garden Club. Louise is survived by her loving husband, John; daughters, Lynn Gallagher (Bill) and Nancy Daniels (Chuck); grandchildren, Bren dan (Christen), Sean, Kaitlyn, Brooke and Chase; great-grandchildren, Brody and Bren dan Jr.; and siblings, Dee Cowan, Fran Stei gerwald and Dave Steigerwald (Jackie). She was preceded in death by her son, Bob; and parents, Arnold and Genevieve Stei gerwald.Friends are welcome at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, from 4-7 p.m.Funeral Mass will be held at Saint An selm Church, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Ches terland, on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, at 11 a.m. (Please meet at church)
Marilou Battista Strathern
Marilou Battista Strathern, age 87, wife of James Joseph Strathern, died sud denly at home on Aug. 25, 2022. Born on Dec. 14, 1934, in Cleveland, Marilou was the daughter of Joseph “Pipp” and Margaret (nee Chiocchio) Battista. She was the oldest in her family, with two adoring brothers, Joseph Jr. (Barbara) and Deacon Bruce Battista (Anna). She attended Notre Dame Academy, where she served as senior class president, graduating in 1952. She then attended Notre Dame College. Upon her graduation in 1956, she worked as a gym teacher for the Cleve land Public FollowingSchools.theirwedding in 1959, Marilou and Jim resided in Euclid, where they made their home, started their family and nurtured a strong, loving marriage of 63 years. The family then moved to Chesterland, where they enjoyed the company of their new neigh bors who became lifelong friends in Shadow Hill. Marilou then designed her dream home just down the road, where she lived with Jim for the rest of her life. Marilou’s greatest legacy is the love she had for her children, Maureen Graham (Phil lip), James Strathern Jr. (Shelly), Terese Strathern Misencik, David Strathern, M.D. (Kari), John Strathern (Samantha); and sonin-law, James Misencik. She was a devoted grandmother (or as many called her “Mam malou”) to Caitlin Strathern Broward (Rich), Mandee Dmitruk, Joshua and Matthew Mis encik, Alexandra Graham, Nicholas Misencik (Jacqueline), Francesca, Luciana and Domen ica Strathern, as well as a loving great-grand mother to Antoinette and Michael; and dear sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and friend of many.After spending 20 years raising and car ing for her children, Marilou returned to teaching at St. Anselm Catholic School. She served as the physical education and comput er teacher there for many years. In 2007, she began working in the Mis sion Advancement Office of the Sisters of Notre Dame, where she participated in and coordinated their volunteer efforts for over 20 years within the SND Center and through the annual BBQ. Marilou was recognized in April of 2022 at their Partner in Mission cel ebration for the energy and enthusiasm she exhibited during her many years of service. Marilou was devoted to her loving hus band, Jim, and her family. She enjoyed paint ing in watercolor, working puzzles, reading, following the Cleveland sports teams, and her family’s annual Hilton Head vacation. Marilou’s Catholic faith was the corner stone of her life and an inspiration to all she met. This faith was exemplified by her daily mass attendance and commitment to a strong prayer life. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrat ed on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, at Holy Rosary CatholicArrangementsChurch. and Cremation entrusted to The DeJohn Funeral Home & Celebra tions Center of Chesterland. Jack Adelbert Rutz Jack Adelbert Rutz, 97, of Chester Townn ship, entered into rest on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky. He was born July 2, 1925, in Cleveland, the son of the late John A. and Lillian Hanson Rutz, and was a lifelong area resident. A veteran of the United States Navy, Jack served his country faithfully during World War II. For his service to his country, he was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, American Area Campaign Medal and the Asiatic-Pacif ic Area Campaign Medal, and was honorably discharged on June 8, 1946, with the rank of storekeeper third class. For many years, Jack worked for Harshaw Chemical in inside sales. He enjoyed woodworking and bowling with the Senior Citizens League. Jack was a member of Christ Presbyteri an Church in Chesterland. He was married on Oct. 24, 1947, to Jayne N. Rutz, and they were married for 64 years until her passing on Aug. 7, 2012. Jack is survived by a daughter, Susan (Michael) Holder, of Concord Township; two grandchildren, Julia Maria Holder and Jillian Michelle Holder; a great-grandson, Zachary Ryan Vedder; and many loving nieces, neph ews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews. In keeping with his wishes there will be no calling hours or funeral service, and a car ing cremation has taken place. Inurnment has taken place in Crown Hill Cemetery, Twinsburg. The family suggests that memorial contri butions take the form of donations in Jack’s name to Ohio Veteran’s Home, 3416 Colum bus Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870. Caring and professional arrangements for the Rutz Family are entrusted to the care of the Crown Hill Funeral Home. Condolences may be left on Jack’s memo rial page at www.crownhillfh.com.
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Film Discussion Club Sept. 1, 2 p.m. Join to discuss “Splendor in the Grass.” Book Disucssion Sept. 7, 7 p.m. Discuss “Sankofa” by Chibundu Onuzo. Kit’s Book Club Sept. 8, 4:30 p.m. Youth in grades K-2 may join to read and discuss a book, craft and play a few games. Stuffed Animal Sleepover Sept. 9, 6 p.m. Youth in grades preK-3 may bring their fa vorite stuffed animals to a special story time, then tuck them in for a sleepover. The next morning, pick up the stuffed friend from 1011:30 a.m. and enjoy a light breakfast.
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13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250. Programs require registration unless noted. Visit www.GeaugaLibrary.net.
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Caramel Apple Bar Sept. 13, 3-4:30 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12 will make caramel apple creations. Caring for the Caregiver Sept. 15, 3 p.m. Caregivers will learn more about caregiver tips, tools and community resources. Present ed by Dawn Damante, coordinator of geriatric program and NICHE, of University Hospitals.
Insect Extravaganza Sept. 15, 7 p.m. Presented by Geauga Park District, enjoy an interactive discussion on creepy, crawly, backyard neighbors.
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Unacceptable items include: liquids, paint or other hazardous materials, pro pane tanks, construction debris, batter ies, rocks, yard waste or household gar bage.Chester Township and Geauga-Trum bull Solid Waste Management District are partnering with Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity in 2022: Their staff will be onsite to accept good condition / reusable furniture, appliances and other items, such as cabinets, doors, hardware, house wares, lawn and garden, lighting and tools.
Chester Township is holding its Com munity Cleanup Day on Sept. 17 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chester Recycle Park Acceptable items include: tires off the rim, refrigerators with Freon removed, washers, dryers, televisions, stoves, dish washers, old furniture, mattresses and oth er unwanted items. To prevent possible bed bug transfer able (or other pest), all mattresses, couches and upholstered furniture must be wrapped in plastic and taped securely or they will not be taken.
Third Thursday Business Social Sept. 15, 9-11 a.m. Chester, Russell and Newbury area busi nesses join for a business networking oppor tunity the third Thursday of each month. Cof fee and donuts are provided.
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DiNardo Builders Team Wins Championship
The DiNardo Builders baseball team of the West Geauga Rec League won the 2022 Mel Harder Minor League Championship. Coached by Jeff Nitz, Jeff Keiber and Jamie DiFran cesco, the team finished the season 12-1. The players were Adam Nitz, Beckett Friedman, Cam Keiber, Collin Childs, Dominic DiNardo, Joey Carroll, Nicky DiFrancesco, Marco DeN igris, Liam Eustache, Lincoln Shirev, Logan Kwasniak, Maxwell Ullmo, Maddox Demaske and Ryan Bryan.
Friends who wish may contribute to Camp Lilac, 3583 Ingleside Road, Shaker Heights, OH Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz44122. Memorial Chap el, 1985 S. Taylor Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-932-7900, is handling arrangements.
Emil F. Sos Jr. Emil F. Sos Jr., age 80, passed away peacefully Aug. 24, 2022, at his resi dence.Born Oct. 21, 1941, in Allentown, Pa., he was a long time resident of Ches ter Township.Emilworked for General Electric while pursuing his law degree. After graduating and becoming an attorney, he opened his private practice in Chesterland, and faithfully served clients for over 50 years. Emil was the epitome of a man of service, always wanting to help others in need. He was very active with AA and a member of the Geau ga County Drug and Rehabilitation Board. He was also very active with his alma ma ter Penn State University and offered charita ble service to multiple charities.
Emil is survived by his partner, Carol Pilarczyk; niece Tammy (Alex Bentz) Sos; nephew, William Sos Jr.; siblings, Margaret Geosits, Anthony (Sandra) Sos and Marcella (Michelle Ochs) Sos; nieces Stephanie Geos its, Angie (Jim) Fogle and Amy Sos; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anna and Emil F. Sos Sr.; and brother, Wil liam Sos FamilySr.and friends may call at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, from 2-6 Privatep.m.Interment at All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lake-Geauga Recovery Cen ters at Onlinewww.lgrc.us.tributevideo and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com. Milton B. Abrams Milton B. Abrams, beloved husband of Ronnie (nee Zeid). Loving father of Jodi Lyn (Larry) Solomon and Scott (Rabbi Di ana Miller) Abrams. Devoted grandfather of A.J. (Maddy) Eisen and Rose Solomon. Dear brother of the lateGravesideBruce. services were held July 19, 2022, at the Mt. Olive Cem etery.Family received friends at the residence, 7416 Greenfield Trail, Chesterland, following services until 2 p.m. and then on July 19, from 6-8 p.m., and on July 20 and July 21, from 1-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., and on July 22, from 1-4 p.m.
The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Chester Township Police Depart ment Aug. 15-25, 2022.
CITIZEN ASSIST Aug. 19 9:27 p.m., Lincoln Drive. Bat inside the fami ly room. Bat removed from home. Aug. 23 8:40 p.m., Sherman Road. Bird inside the house. Female asking for assistance. Bat removed from home without incident. 11:16 p.m., Sherman Road. Bat in the house. Bat was removed from home.
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EXTRA PATROL Aug. 15 6:53 p.m., Cedar Road. IR requested. No is sues at trustees meeting at West Geauga Middle School. RV PROBLEM Aug. 12:4416p.m., Chillicothe Road. Someone riding a 4-wheeler on Western Reserve proper ty. Spoke with property manager and she stated a female operating greenish-blue ATV road on property northbound. Un known damage to property of headstones but would have grounds crew check area and fill our property damage report later if they find any.
CHESTER TOWNSHIP Steven M. and Lynne Averill, 11925 Oak wood Lane, to Andrew W. and Kelly B. Limp ert, $575,000. (3.33 acres) Sarah Shaulis and Tamara Durn, 13088 W. Geauga Trail, to Derek D., Kelsey M., Richard S., and Sandra L. Owen, $340,000. (3.97 acres) Randy L. and Karen J. New, 9243 Sher man Road, to Adam T. and Keri L. Pattison, $485,000. (3.31 acres) Thomas W. White, Ledgebrook Lane, to Angelo J. Marrali, $250,000. (12.12 acres) Robin Wulf and Curtis and Christopher Shaw, 12485 Bentbrook Drive, to Jeffrey Al len, $240,000. (5.00 acres) Gary D. II and Felicia Sheline, 13011 Fairfield Trail, to William and Toni Perk, $327,000. (1.16 acres) Thomas W. Vitantonio and Ruth Ann Peake, 11976 Clearview Road, to James, Ruth, and Robert Petrucz, $265,000. (1.46 acres) RUSSELL TOWNSHIP Jacob and Katelyn Martig, 8290 Music St., to Andrew and Chelsey Line, $545,000. (8.32Michaelacres) P. and Anne F. Mawby, 15405 Hemlock Point Road, to Christian C. Hallo ran, $760,000. (2.50 acres) Mark A. and Cora M. Liderbach, 14009 E. Willard Road, to Dylan Barnhart and Shannon Stanich, $350,000. (2.37 acres) M. Elizabeth and Margaret F. Keton, 14504 Watt Road, to Christine Henry, $301,500. (2.73 acres) Joshua M. and Lindsey Anstine (TOD), 7969 Thornapple Drive, to Angela Khres tian and Joseph Sorbello, $332,000. (1.54 acres)Marlena Ruth Rennie, 7312 Kinsman Road, to Martin M. and Patricia A. Peko, $287,000. (2.00 acres) Daniel M. and Michelle Ferguson, 14780 Watt Road, to Kevin T. Ruscher, $525,000. (6.14 acres) Citibank N.A. (trustee), 8553 Kinsman Road, to Erin and Besmir Veshaj, $110,000. (2.19 acres)
The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Russell Township Police Depart ment Aug. 10-23, 2022.
FIREWORKS Aug. 10:2418p.m., Chillicothe Road. Officer re sponded to the listed address for a report of fireworks in the area. Officer spoke to homeowner who advised he lot one off. Officer only heard one explosion while at the station. Male given a verbal warning for setting off fireworks during prohibit ed days and was advised of the days he could. Male was done for night and officer cleared.
SUSPICION Aug. 12:5021p.m., North Ridge Drive. Officers re sponded to the listed address for a re port of somebody screaming near caller’s house. Officer arrived on scene and only hear the screaming one time. Surround ing area and streets were checked, and screaming was UTL/GOA. Officers did lo cate a flock of turkeys and a fox that could have been the cause.
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DISORDERLY CONDUCT Aug. 12:0120a.m., Deepwood Drive. Officers dis patched for a domestic issue between homeowner and his son. One male arrest ed for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. Male transported to county jail for processing.
Chagrin River Bird Quest Sept. 9-10 Bird enthusiasts are challenged to a 24hour birding marathon. Geauga Park Dis trict in partnership with Greater Cleveland Audubon Society and Blackbrook Audubon is encouraging area residents to assemble a team and join in on the Chagrin River Bird Quest Birding Challenge. Begin by registering with the Audu bon Society of Greater Cleveland at www. clevelandaudubon.org under Bird Quest, then coming to The West Woods Nature Center on Friday from 4-6 p.m. During team check-in and final registration, pick up maps, checklists and T-shirts – all free materials – and talk strategy with team mates and Participantsnaturalists.willthen spend the next 24 hours birding. Visit the Audubon’s web site for challenge rules. Then, on Saturday from 4-7:30 p.m., return to nature center to turn in check lists for judging and enjoy refreshments, awards and door prizes. Call 440-226-4636 with questions.
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SUSPICIOUS Aug. 19 7:17 p.m., Winchester Valley. Roofing truck Six Nails Roofing has been going up and down the street for past two hours trying to solicit a roofing job. Officer responded. Subject advised of solicitation rules in Chester Township. Marijuana and drug paraphernalia discovered in vehicle after a probable cause search of vehicle. See report.
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CITIZEN DISPUTE Aug. 12:0419p.m., Old Mill Road. Neighbor came over and was harassing the tree crew at his home. Neighbor is no longer there. Caller would still like to speak to an of ficer. Disagreement over property lines, both parties advised not to speak and contact zoning to set property lines. No threats made.
Following is a list of area real estate trans fers for the weeks ending Aug. 12 and Aug. 19, 2022, provided as a public service by the Geau ga County Auditor’s Office.
ASSIST FIRE DEPARTMENT Aug. 21 9:31 p.m., Dines Road. Report taken for light ning striking caller’s house, causing prop erty damage.
For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
ANIMAL PROBLEM Aug. 25 9:49 p.m., Spring Blossom Trail. Coyote wandering the area and has been coming close to people and animals that are out. Caller is driving around advising people in the area because the coyote is not leav ing area. Officer checked area. Could not locate coyote.
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Garage/Estate Sale, Sept. 8-10 & Sept. 15-17, 9am-5pm, 12144 West Shiloh Drive, Chesterland. Everything from kitchen & household items, to antiques, furniture, clothes, pictures, and much more. Fri-Sat Sept 9-10, 8a-5p. Tools, furni ture, exercise equipment, & more. Cash, check, electronic payment. 12180 Chilli cothe Rd, Chesterland. 31st Annual Barn Sale, 9944 Mentor Rd/ King Memorial, Chardon 44024 (between Auburn and Rt 44). Fri-Sat Sept 9-10, 10aFri6p. Sept 2, 9a-5p & Sat Sept 3 9a-12noon. Barn Sale: many tools and handyman items. 16800 Bundysburg Rd, Middle field. Sept 2-4, 9a-2p. Multi family. Old furni ture, clothes, 16/18 Kinects power tools, dishes, cat condo, Total Gym, Christmas. 15349 Dale Rd, Chagrin Falls. Sept 10-11, 10a-5p. Antiques, waterfall bedset, tables, chairs, kitchenware, twinbed, glassware/canning jars, crafts, sewing machine. 19065 Nelson Ledge Rd(Garrettsville). 440-548-8087.
