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Middlef ield Huskies Open New Track, Honor Fisher By Mason Cole sports@geaugamapleleaf.com The Cardinal Huskies track and field team competed in a home meet against the Grand Valley Mustangs on March 31. It was a momentous occasion. For the first time, the Huskies were able to run on their new track. The old cinder track, which had been a staple for Cardinal athletics had been in place since 1960. But after decades of running through the wet and sloppy terrain, the Huskies were thrilled to be competing on an eight-lane, all-weather track. One person who was especially excited to see the opening of the new track was Bill Fisher, who coached the Huskies track program for 35 years. “All of my kids ran track here,” Fisher said. “We’ve been talking about all the memories of the raindot days and slopping in the mud … We’ve been working on this all-weather track for a long time, so it all works out great.” Now, Fisher found himself as the starter for the meet. And just a few days later, at the Huskies’ first home invitational in a long time,
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Bill Fisher, left, has dedicated his life to Cardinal athletics. During an April 3 track invitational, Fisher, who was the starter for the event, was surprised by family members to learn it would be named the 1st annual William Fisher Invitational. Cardinal is running its first season on a new eight-lane all-weather track that has benefitted the entire community.
the event was named the 1st annual William E. Fisher in front of his family. Fisher was also excited about the impact that the new track will have on the community. “We were so excited about the
community putting their support behind us,” Fisher said. “We’ve got people walking on here in the evening and exercising and we’ve got elderly people out here during the day. We’re already seeing more youth involved, so it’s starting to
do what we hoped it would accomplish.” Another member of Cardinal who was thrilled to see the meet take place was current track and field head coach Greg Cicero, who See Track • Page 5
Homework Shifts to Bus-Work for Cardinal Students
By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com
Long rides on the school bus have meant lost hours every week for some Cardinal Schools students. In a district that covers 79 square miles in and around Middlefield Village, many of the 675 students who climb on the bus in the mornings and off in the afternoons can spend as much as an hour watching the scenery roll by every day. They and the rest of the student population of about 900 carry laptop computers, many of which were issued by the school, in their backpacks — technology that helped them continue their education during the COVID-19 lockdown until they resumed classroom learning. But bus time and computer time will soon merge so students are able to get their school work done by getting online during travel time. Thanks to a broadband connec-
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Cardinal Schools students are busy on their laptop computers getting school work done thanks to a broadband connectivity grant that allowed the district to install Wi-Fi on its buses.
tivity grant of $42,000, all 18 of Cardinal’s buses have been equipped with Wi-Fi, said Cardinal Schools Superintendent Bill Kermavner. Ideally, students will get on the bus after school and at least get started on their homework by the
time they are dropped off at home, he said. “This should keep them engaged and able to do some work on the bus. It turns into bus-work instead of homework,” he said in a phone interview. The bus Wi-Fi systems are set up so kids can’t log onto random websites in the back of the bus. “We have child-safe internet. Students have to follow all school policies,” Kermavner said. Teams of athletes being bused to games will have the opportunity to keep up with their work, as well, he said, adding the vans used to transport smaller groups have not been modified for Wi-Fi. The idea was broached by the high school principal, who was concerned students going to Auburn Career Center were losing half an hour a day while in transport and some needed an online English class, he said.
Staff investigated the Broadband-Ohio Connectivity Grant linked to a $15 million suite of remote education supports for schools, as described by the Ohio Department of Education. That program is funded through the ODE CARES Act state activity funds, according to the ODE website. Everyone with a cellphone knows there are a number of areas around the county that are not well connected. The funding also covered the cost of upgraded antennas and their installation for the buses so those irksome disconnects should be minimized, Kermavner said. An added advantage is a camera installed on the bus to send images to the district’s computers. “We can see, in real time, what’s going on in each bus. It’s a security benefit,” he said. Most of the systems have been installed and testing is ongoing, he said.
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Drive-Thru Food Distribution
Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m. United Way Services of Geauga County has teamed up the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to provide boxes of food to Geauga residents. The drive-thru food distribution will now take place each Wednesday in April at Kent State University, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road Burton. Registration is required weekly at wefeedgeauga.com or by calling 216-738-2265 or 211. Arrive with a clean trunk and stay in vehicle. Masks are required.
Red Cross Blood Drives
The American Red Cross is calling for donors of all blood types, especially those with type O, to give blood and help refuel the blood supply. Donation appointments may be made by downloading the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800733-2767. April 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 14999 South State St., Middlefield, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 14, Parkman Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, Parkman Township, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Genealogical Society Meets
April 13, 7-9 p.m. John Kolar, Geauga Park District naturalist, will present “The History of Ansel Savage and Ansel’s Cave” via Zoom at the next virtual meeting of the Geauga County Genealogical Society. The program will begin after the short meeting. Registration is required; visit www. gcgsoh.org.
Protect Geauga Parks
April 15, 7:30 p.m. Join Protect Geauga Parks for a Zoom webinar, “Weeds for Your Needs with Doug Elliott: A Celebration of Useful and Interesting Wild Plants – Their Stories, Songs and Lore.” A storyteller, author, herbalist and musician, Elliott will share his broad, practical, scientific and cultural knowledge of useful wild plants. The webinar is free, but guests must pre-register to attend. After registering, a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar will be sent. For information, or to register, call Barb Partington at 216-346-4025 or email info.protectgeaugaparks@gmail.com.
Gardening Helpline
Gardeners may send their gardening questions to the Master Gardener at mggeauga@yahoo.com. The Ohio State University Extension volunteers are trained to educate others with timely research-based gardening information and are available April through October. Include a detailed description of the problem along with one’s full name, address and phone number in the email. Feel free to send a photo of the gardening problem. Email will be checked Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
American Legion Pancakes
April 11 and 18, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Burton-Middlefield American Legion Post 459 is serving its annual pancake and sausage breakfasts at the Atwood-Mauck post, 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton. Breakfast is by takeout only. The public is welcome. For information, call Skip at 440834-1191.
Geauga Park District For more information, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
Picnics In The Park
Geauga Park District’s 27 parks have proven a special place to enjoy a meal with family and friends. Starting May 1 through Oct. 31, in an effort to help jump-start local restaurants, the park district will feature their food and beverage takeout menus as available to-go “Picnics in the Park.”
Local establishments unique to Geauga County will be chosen biweekly by Executive Director John Oros and marketing coordinator Sandy Ward. Through the district’s website and social media, they will highlight their menus along with a local park of their choosing. Local businesses may send their name, phone number, email address and seasonal food and beverage to sward@geaugaparkdistrict.org, noting that alcoholic beverages are permitted when consumed in a park lodge or shelter.
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A Glimpse of Yesteryear
By Rick Seyer The above photo shows one of the many different gas stations that at one time or another sat on each corner of the downtown intersection. This one was on the southeast corner where the parking lot for Middlefield Bank is now. The oil companies all competed to sell their gas and thought the best location was
always at an intersection. The MOBILGAS station in this photo was owned by C. J. Ohls and Kenny Barnes. On the corner where CVS is now located was a SOHIO gas station and many years later these two oil companies swapped locations. Notice the sign advertising “Clean Rest Rooms” and the young boy putting money in the parking meter right under the sign
Above is a photo of Middlefield’s first public school building built in 1892. All 12 grades were housed in this building and I imagine at this time there were less than 75 students in all grades attending. The building was torn down in the late 1920s and a new school building was built in
its place. That building up until now was recently known as the CIS school building. The building in the center background was the carriage house for J. E. Gooding and is now used by the Evans Medical Center. Note the muddy dirt street that is now state Route 87.
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GCPL Distributing Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits Through a partnership with the Ohio Department of Health, free COVID-19 test kits are available at all GCPL branches via contact-free service. Abbott’s BinaxNOW is an easy-to-use antigen test that detects the virus when people are most infectious. People perform the tests at home and digital health solutions provider eMed™ delivers results to the user through the NAVICA™ app in 15 minutes. The test kits, combined with the telehealth solutions provided by eMed™, provide access to testing for those who may
not be able to get traditional testing because of work hours, mobility or transportation issues or caregiving responsibilities. “It is the goal of the Ohio Department of Health to make these kits widely available, and we are eager to help with that process,” said GCPL Director Ed Worso. “With Easter and other major holidays on the horizon, these tests are more relevant than ever.” To learn more about the test kits, call or stop into a local GCPL branch or visit www.GeaugaLibrary.net.
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Huskies Softball Low in Numbers, Large in Heart By Jamie Ward jamie@geaugamapleleaf.com Haley Adams didn’t plan to lead her alma mater this season. But as a four-year starter across three sports, she had little choice. The Huskies, with just 11 total players in the program, needed a boost. “Was this the plan all along?” Adams remembers asking Athletic Director Jimmy Soltis when the team needed a coach just three days before the season began. It wasn’t. But the 2016 Cardinal graduate knew, like she did when she wore the uniform, that you don’t let your community down. The 2021 Huskies softball team is young. There are just two seniors with little to no experience. But with the team’s first win — a 14-3 beating of Fairport on March 29 — there is hope for a positive season. Shawn Richter, a North graduate, and Cardinal grad Megan Baril have been a big help. “The first couple of weeks of practice, we had to break it down,” Adams said. “How to throw, how to field. We took the time and went back to the basics on some things.” As the team builds and gets better, there will continue to be stories like Hailey Keller, a sophomore first baseman who is finding her way as a vocal team leader. As the Huskies’ best power threat, Keller gains confidence with every at-bat. “We are practicing and practicing,” said Keller, adding that when she originally learned there were only nine Huskies signed
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The Cardinal softball team has just 11 players in the program, but the Huskies continue to improve under first-year head coach Haley Adams, a 2016 Cardinal graduate. Adams and her staff have implemented some changes, like making the players run down-and-backs after striking out looking. The team has started the season 1-3.
up, she wasn’t worried. “It’s more playing time. That’s what I thought first.” Keller said her coaches can be challenging. “But sometimes we need that.” Adams agreed: “(Coach) Richter was throwing live at-bats, and he said, ‘You’re just a WTP’ — which means ‘warning track player’ — and the next pitch went over the fence.” Although it’s only three games in, Keller’s early .778 batting average is a good sign. The Huskies have two main pitchers right now in freshmen Alaina Rupinski and Haley Domen. The pair has a change of speeds that coaches may utilize different times through a lineup. “We need (Alaina) to throw strikes,” Adams said. “As long as the defense plays, we’re
in games. She’s working on her release, super coachable. She plays her position well.” Of her pitcher/shortstop, Adams added, “Haley can be a vocal leader, but she also leads by example.” Domen has been converted to a slap hitter this year when the team needs her to get on base. While hesitant at first, her speed shows that she can beat out most balls on the ground. She’s also been working on drag bunting. “We need girls to get on base,” Adams said. “We are trying to instill some more traditional values. Being aggressive at the plate is important to us. It’s one thing to watch the first strike, but once you’ve been through the lineup, we need the girls to be more aggressive.” A typical Cardinal lineup looks like this:
Haley Domen (SS), Briana Doolittle (2B), Ronee Collins (3B), Hailey Keller (1B), Megan Ehrhart (C), Kelsi Collins (CF), Macy Tucker (RF), Morgan Soltis (LF) and Alaina Rupinski (P). Makya Gillispie and Matty Miller round out the roster. Cardinal once won the Chagrin Valley Conference in softball, but times have been more lean the past 15 years. When Soltis hired Adams, he hoped she might turn things around. “For a while we’ve been the laughingstock of the CVC,” Adams said. “We want to build this program back up to be competitive.” Adams has never coached an athletic team at Cardinal, but does lead the band’s flag line. “My most favorite thing so far has been watching players like Bri Doolittle, who has never played softball before,” Adams said. “Watching her grow at second base. I know she will keep the ball in front of her.” In a text message, Doolittle wrote: “Personally I feel like I’ve learned a lot, for this is only my first year ever playing softball. It’s different from volleyball and basketball, which has always been my main focus. I’ve enjoyed softball a lot so far, and told my parents I wish I joined sooner. “Also, it’s hard not having many numbers on the team, but on the bright side, it gives us more one-on-one with the coaches to teach us.” Times have changed even since Adams played in the not-so-distant past. But things are changing again. “After we are done with a game, we sweep the dugouts, pick up garbage,” the coach said. “That’s just how I was taught.”
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Cardinal Schools Students Experiment With Oobleck
Jordak Elementary School third-graders celebrated the end of Right to Read week and the end of their science unit on matter by doing an experiment with Oobleck. To kick off the lab, students first listened to the Dr. Seuss book, “Bartholomew and the Oobleck.” For those who may not have read it, the book is about a boy who has to rescue his kingdom from a sticky green substance falling from the sky - the oobleck. After listening to the story, students then had their own containers of oobleck to explore with. During their exploration students applied their knowledge of the properties of matter to perform six tests on the oobleck to determine if it was a solid, liquid or a gas. Students squeezed it, stretched it, poured it, stacked it and rolled it to see how the oobleck changed with each action. Students concluded that the oobleck behaved more like a liquid than a solid. Scientifically speaking, oobleck is a non-Newtonian fluid. Under pressure it behaves like a solid, but remove the pressure and it turns to liquid. Students all did a great job with the experiment and reaching their conclusions.
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from page 1 took time to share memories of the prior track. “We used to call ourselves the Cardinal swimming team,” Cicero said with a laugh. “The puddles were so deep on the backstretch that oftentimes we’d run up into the grass and around them. For the last few years, the athletes have been a little more brave by just running through (the water).” With his past experience in mind, Cicero talked about how important the new track will be to Cardinal schools. “The facility is a highlight for the district,” Cicero said. “Going from something that kind of was a black hole of materials to something that stands out and is eye-catching is fabulous for our district.” The Huskies track and field team will be the main beneficiaries of the new space. After spending many years on a less than ideal track, having a new facility to train and compete in will aid in the development of the student-athletes. Cicero was thankful to be able to share this opportunity with his runners. “It’s going to benefit our track program amazingly,” Cicero said. “We can now use all
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Third-grader Libby S. uses her finger to experiment with oobleck. Students were working with the substance applying the properties of matter to determine if it was a liquid or a solid.
the real measurements for hurdles, for the relay zones, and we have a dedicated place to practice every day where we never had that before.” One of the first players whose feet graced the new track in an event was Huskies senior Jordan Kwiencinski. Kwiencinski, who won the 100-meter sprint for Cardinal, talked about how it felt to run on the new track. “It feels amazing,” Kwiencinski said. “Most tracks are all worn out and you slip and stuff, but this is pretty good.” Hosting the meet against Grand Valley was a thrilling moment for all involved at Cardinal schools. As they went through the process, there was vibrant enthusiasm emanating from Cardinal’s athletes as well as Fisher and coach Cicero. But what all the Huskies seemed most excited about was the positive impact that the new track will have on the community. “I’ve seen a lot more people walking, jogging, running at our track in the past month than I’ve ever seen before this,” said Cicero. “When we’re leaving practice, we see people coming in to walk. During the day when I’m walking down the hallways of the school, if I glance out there there’s usually people there, especially when the sun’s out. I think it’s a good centerpiece for the community.”
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Faith Matters Jesus Walking Beside You As Cleopas and his companion trudged land. They may have waited around as His along the road back to their homes in Em- body was taken down off the Cross and carmaus, they had a lot to talk about. ried to the tomb. No wonder the Bible says Days earlier, the two dejected disciples that Cleopas and his friend had downcast fachad traveled the 7 miles to Jerusalem for the es. Their hopes were shattered. To their way Passover. No doubt, they figured that Jesus of thinking a dead Messiah was no Messiah would be there, too. Perhaps they were in the at all. crowd when Jesus had arrived, waving palm But suddenly the risen Jesus showed up branches to welcome Him and and walked beside them. Not surshouting, “Hosanna, Blessed is prisingly, they did not recognize the King of Israel!” the Lord. It takes faith to see and Expectations were at a fever understand what God is doing. pitch, as Jesus’ followers hoped Their unbelief and doubts were that the Jewish feast would be the still hindering their outlook. It perfect time for Him to show His was only after Jesus began to expower and authority as the Messiplain to them from the Scriptures ah. Jesus had performed plenty of that it was God’s will for Him to astonishing miracles, demonstrat- By Roger Kruse suffer, that their spiritual eyes being that God was with Him. Also, His words gan to open. as a Teacher were powerful, carrying the Did you know that many people fail to see weight of authority and the ring of truth. The and understand spiritual truth because they Jewish nation had suffered for decades under are blinded by unbelief? However, God will the oppressive hand of Rome. Now was the turn the light on when we open our hearts time to act! to Him! The Lord wants to reveal Himself to It seemed that even Jesus’ 12 disciples each one of us. Jesus desires to walk beside were having a hard time understanding Jesus you. With the “eyes of faith”, you can experiwhen He told them that He must suffer and ence His presence with you. die at the hands of the Jews. Nobody could Maybe you have had expectations of God make sense out of that. Wasn’t it God’s time that didn’t turn out as you hoped. Don’t camp to liberate His people and usher in a new era out on your disappointments. God can weave of peace and blessing? His blessings into your adversities. Look for However, they all overlooked the Scrip- understanding in His Word. The Bible will tures describing the role of God’s Suffering strengthen your faith and comfort your heart. Servant, who would be “led like a lamb to Because Jesus is now risen from the dead, the slaughter.” They yearned for political He is alive to make Himself real to you. Psalm deliverance, but John the Baptist had right- 34:8 tells us, “Taste and see that the Lord is ly announced at Jesus’ baptism: “Behold the good.” When you put your trust in God, He Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the meets you, and His living presence lights up world.” Jesus would soon be nailed to a Ro- your life. Jesus delights to bring His Easter man Cross, suffering and dying, in order to presence to you and says, “Be sure of this: bring humankind, the undeserved gift of for- I am with you always, even to the end of the giveness and eternal life. age.” In fact, Cleopas and his friend were likely present when Jesus breathed his last breath Roger Kruse met the risen Jesus in 1971. on Calvary’s hill. They had seen the sky go The living Lord continues to walk beside him black for 3 hours as darkness came over the day by day.
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Angela Spalsbury, Kent State University Geauga’s dean and chief administrative officer (left) receives a check for $20,000 from Jackie Preston Franck and Preston Superstore. The gift jump-starts KSU-Geauga’s $1.2 million renovation campaign.
Preston Family Donates $20K To KSU Renovation Project Staff Report As Kent State University-Geauga embarks upon two facility improvements for the campus in Burton, an initial gift of $20,000 from Preston Superstore and the Preston family will kick off fundraising efforts for the projects. The campus improvements will include a new nursing lab and instructional space, and a new student learning commons. Both of these projects will help KSU-Geauga meet existing and future students’ needs while growing programs to continue to be one of the county’s greatest resources, said Angela Spalsbury, KSU-Geauga’s dean and chief administrative officer. She explained the plans during a virtual presentation in early March. “Preston Superstore and the Preston family enjoy a longstanding history of generously assisting Geauga County residents,” she said in a recent press release. “Kent State Geauga is grateful and honored to receive this generous support for our upcoming campus renovations to modernize student learning spaces. “The families and local businesses in Geauga County continually promote and advance the educational programs and activities on campus, and the Preston family’s gift exemplifies their genuine commitment to our community,” she added. The gift is the lead contribution to a campaign to raise $1.2 million in philanthropic support. Construction is planned for the summer of 2022 to be completed in time for the fall 2022 semester. “Our family wholeheartedly believes that both (University Hospitals Geauga Medical
Center) and Kent State Geauga are so important to this community. It is rare for a community like ours to be blessed with both higher education and a world-renowned hospital system,” said Jackie Preston Franck. “We know Kent State’s improved nursing lab and training of more nurses who will one day work at UH-Geauga will provide our community with even better healthcare. “My family and I were so happy to have helped kick off Kent State University Geauga’s fundraising campaign. It is such a special gift to have access to higher education right here in our community,” she continued. “We believe it makes continuing education accessible to everyone in our area. We hope others in our community see this gift and are also inspired to give to this wonderful university.” The new nursing lab will train additional work-ready nursing graduates to help meet local healthcare institutions’ needs. Geauga County currently has more than 6,000 jobs in the health care field, according to the release. The new student learning commons will allow students to interact with faculty members, work collaboratively on class assignments or find a quiet place to prepare for their next class. This revitalized area will also include a new fresh food cafe and access to library amenities. Complete details about this project may be found at https://www.kent.edu/geauga/ news. To learn more about this project or discuss giving opportunities, please contact Molly Smith, associate director, philanthropy, at msmith68@kent.edu or 440-834-3761.
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Town Crier Academic Awards Available
The Awards Committee for the First Congregational Church of Claridon announces the availability of awards for the academic year 2020-21. The purpose of the award is to encourage students to further their education through a traditional college, trade school or the equivalent. Persons who are graduating high school seniors, college students or high school graduates are encouraged to apply. Applications are available through the guidance office of Chardon, Berkshire and Cardinal schools, or by writing to Carane Ladd, Awards Chair, 12141 Bass Lake Road, Chardon, OH 44024. The applications require evidence of church, community and school involvement, work and volunteer experience and financial need. The awards committee gives preference
to applicants affiliated with the church. Completed applications must be postmarked by April 23.
Rotary Club Offers Scholarships
The Rotary Club of Burton Middlefield is offering a $2,000 scholarship to one graduating high school senior each from Berkshire and Cardinal high schools, and one to an Auburn Career Center Senior attending from one of the two districts named. The graduating senior chosen from each of the high schools can be planning to go to college, trade or technical school. The deadline to submit an application is April 16. To obtain an application, interested students may get one from their high school guidance counselor or request an application by emailing bethcroup@gmail.com.
Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending March 19 and March 26, 2021, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only. HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP Paul and Laura Miller, 12512 Bundysburg Road, to William J. Miller, $140,000. (8.27 acres) Lucian Nardi, 12182 Madison Road, to Ronnie A. Nardi, $87,200. (4.00 acres) Daniel and Susan Tucker, 12171 Madison Road, to Marissa and Paul Tucker, $116,000.
(64.16 acres) MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE Cara L. and Nicholas S. Germano, 15148 Woodsong Drive, to Raul E. Quintanilla, $272,000. (0.22 acres) William A. and Francine Knop, 15375 Penny Lane (Unit 60), to Joseph D. and Betty Jo Lengel, $209,000. (0.00 acres) PARKMAN TOWNSHIP Sarah S. Byler and Enos and Betty Detweiler, 16720 Newcomb Road, to Ray D. and Betty M. Byler, $120,000. (4.37 acres)
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Obituaries Donald Joseph Juhasz
HUNTSBURG TWP. – Donald Joseph Juhasz, age 80, of Huntsburg Township, passed away at his home Friday, March 26, 2021. He was born Oct. 10, 1940, in Cleveland, to the late Joseph and Mary (nee Toth) Juhasz. Don graduated from Chardon High School. He enjoyed racing at Thompson Raceway Park in his younger years, going to local car shows and gardening. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Carolyn (nee Parnaby) Juhasz, whom he married June 9, 1964; his children, Kimberly “Kim” (Terry) Barnett, of Middlefield, Donald “Donnie” Juhasz, of Huntsburg; a grandson, Christopher Barnett; his sister, Dorothy Smith, of Conneaut; and brothers, Kenneth (Vicki) Juhasz, of Indiana, and Robert (Linda) Juhasz, of California. A graveside service with Military Honors will be held Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Middlefield Cemetery, East High Street, Middlefield. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.slyffh.com. Sly Family Funeral Home assisted his family with arrangements.
Notices should be sent in writing by the funeral directors and memorial societies to: Geauga County Maple Leaf, P.O. Box 1166, Chardon, OH, 44024-5166, or faxed to 440-285-2015. The Maple Leaf charges a flat fee of $75 per obituary or death notice, including a photograph.
Elizabeth Fales
Elizabeth Fales (nee Ely), age 87, of Middlefield, passed away peacefully Monday afternoon, March 29, 2021, at University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center. She was born in Middlefield on Nov. 25, 1933, to the late Lysle and Helen (nee Steele) Ely. Elizabeth is once again reunited with her loving husband of 66 years, Ronald Fales, who died Jan. 12, 2019. She enjoyed being an Avon sales rep for more than 20 years, before retiring. In 2005, Elizabeth was browsing through a knitting catalogue and came across the prayer shawl ministry that inspired her to become a member and start making prayer shawls. Since then, Elizabeth has made more than 3,000 prayer shawls that have been distributed to all 50 U.S. states and many countries around the world. Elizabeth will be greatly missed by her children Ron (Tammy) Fales, Helene (Lou) Laird, Angela (Robert) Moran, Cyndi Yoxall, Dee Ann (Ed) Tobin, Samantha Fales and Holli (Jack) Jackson; 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Grace Ely; and many friends. Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ronald; daughter Hilda Fales; grandsons Aaron and Jason; and brothers, Lysle Ely and Robert Ely. A private burial will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Road, Middlefield, 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com.
Community Meetings Listed are public meetings and executive sessions in Huntsburg, Middlefield and Parkman townships, the Village of Middlefield and Cardinal Schools for the coming weeks. (Please note: These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. To find out whether a government or school board meeting is in person or virtual contact the appropriate township, village or district office. Huntsburg Township: April 20, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings held at the Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road. Middlefield Township: April 12, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All trustees meetings are held at Township Office, 15228 Madison Road, unless otherwise noted. Middlefield Village: April 8, 5 p.m. – Parks & Recreation, 5:30 p.m. – Finance & Ordinance, 6:30 p.m. – Public Safety, 7 p.m. – Village Council. All meetings currently are virtual. Parkman Township: April 20, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted. (Trustees will hold the second meeting of the month via Microsoft Teams. Those interested in joining the meeting should contact the fiscal officer for the link.)
Cardinal BOE: April 14, 6 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings held at BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield, unless otherwise indicated.
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Police Blotter The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Middlefield Village Police Department March 11-31, 2021. DOMESTIC DISPUTE March 17 9:56 p.m., Lakeview Drive. Caller is being threatened by two guys who showed up at his house. Both are intoxicated. Unknown weapons. Caller knows one of the men. Caller and his girlfriend have been having a verbal dispute and she invited the two men over. Caller is in the kitchen and the males are in the garage. See report. DRUGS March 30 8:17 p.m., South State Avenue. Group of Amish males smoking pot in parking lot. Officer responded. No odor of raw or unburnt marijuana was detected upon arrival. Amish males willingly turned their pockets inside out. No marijuana or paraphernalia was seen. Clear. FRAUD March 24 12:45 p.m., East High Street. Complainant was contacted by a scam through her cousin on Facebook. They wanted $200 up front and said she would receive $10,000 in return. Complainant provided them with a photo of her driver’s license. When she was asked for additional information, she refused. No banking info or SSN was provided. Statement completed and she was advised to monitor her bank accounts. HARASSMENT March 18 9:53 p.m., West High Street. Meet the general manager of restaurant at the back door of the business. She needs to report one of her employee’s girlfriend continues to harass and threaten her. Girlfriend is from Newbury. LOST PROPERTY March 20 3:14 p.m., North State Avenue. Around noon today caller and his wife had lunch at Mary Yoder’s. When leaving, the wife lost her gun in the parking lot. It is a black Ruger LCP 380, registered to caller. Gun was loaded but not one in the chamber. Loose no holster or case. Both caller and
his wife have their CCW permits. Caller said they also had breakfast at Garrett’s Mill Diner in Stow this morning and firearm could have been lost there. Serial number provided. Dispatch advised and put a BOLO out for the firearm. SUSPICIOUS March 14 10:07 a.m., West High Street. Male grey sweatpants and hoody carrying carton of cigarettes at the Middlefield CVS states he’s “done with this shit just send a cop or I will go to the police department.” Asking why he needs to talk to an officer he became very paranoid and belligerent and swearing. Officer pulled up on scene and male stated, “Here’s one of your m-fers now” and hung up. See report. March 19 10:33 p.m., West High Street. Male at Circle K was yelling and screaming at people. Male was threatening to shoot people, slit people’s throats. Male last seen headed toward Burton. Male advised he was home in Burton. Stated someone followed him with bright lights and then he caught kids at Circle K attempting to steal items. Denied making any threats. He was advised to call police and not try to handle matters himself in the future. March 25 5:04 p.m., West High Street. Male yelling at people and running in traffic. He was yelling at old people about killing them. March 26 7:19 p.m., South Springdale Avenue. 8-9 people refusing to wear a mask. Met with management on scene and escorted approximately 15 people out of the store who refused to wear a mask. THEFT March 18 1:11 pm., West High Street. Employee at Rite Aid admitted to $3,000 in thefts. He is on scene and cooperative. Report taken for theft. March 30 3:16 p.m., South Springdale Avenue. Caller lost her wallet at Walmart. Unknown if lost or stolen. Caller returned home. Someone did try to take $1,000 from her credit card. See report.
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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS Cash for Junk Vehicles: running or not, classics/big trucks/etc., free removal, call/text Zac 440-679-7293.
COMMERCIAL RENTALS Commercial office space for lease or other mixed used commercial space available. Varying sizes! Call for more information! 330-410-3763
FOR SALE Scheid's steel carports are the ultimate cost effective option to shield your vehicle against the natural elements. Call 440-632-6321, www.scheidsent.com Rocks For Sale Large and Small For All Your Landscaping Needs. Make Offer. 440-635-0077. Two Used JL Audio 12W6v2 Subs, Two Used Pioneer Mono PDX-M6 Amps. All Wiring Included. Excellent Condition. Priced To Sell. $250. Text 440-552-4400. Brown eggs from free range hens, no antibiotics, no hormones. $3/doz. Local beef & hay. St Rt 608 Claridon. Some deliveries available. 440-636-5747 Vintage Withington toboggan 8ft with pad, DeWalt 1-3/4 hp motor table saw w/ extend table, mobile base excellent condition, 440-834-1850. Gazelle $55, small electric chest freezer good condition $95. 440-313-3718. Ford 600 tractor. Excellent shape, all original. Asking $4,000. Call or text 440829-1856. Collectible Stamps: Legends of Hollywood – John Wayne series. Beautiful and in perfect condition. Remember this legend of the Old West movies. 20 stamps, 37 cents face value. Offered 2004. Call 440-465-9101 between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Best Offer. “Browns Capture Crown, 27-4” Plain Dealer Beer mug – 1963. Pictured Jim Brown and Frank Ryan. Call 440-4659101 between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Best Offer. Sunny cross training magnetic recumbent bike, like new. Excellent condition. 260 miles. 1 yr. old. asking $300. 440-8123010. Three-piece beige sectional couch with recliner and pull-out bed. Excellent condition. Buyer takes out of basement. $375. 440-279-4310.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES Moving Sale: 8397 Martingale Ln., Novelty. April 16, 17, 18. 9am-4pm. Items large and small: tools, clothes, lamps, small fridge, garden bench, furniture, etc.
Annual Community Garage Sales Wednesday, April 28. Chipmunk Lane and Georgia Rd. Watch for Balloons! Farmington Road and Grove Road Yard Sales. April 14th and 15th. 8am Til Dark. 16925 Farmington Rd. 15550 Grove Rd. Look for Balloons. If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226, partial estate buyouts also.
Service Directory Mobile Notary Loan Signing Agent. I come to you! Certified, insured, background checked. Contact Andrea Scheid at 440-343-2576, andrea44062@gmail.com, www.scheidsent.com John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800.
Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552. Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything, Call between 8am and 4pm, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.
PETS & ANIMALS Wanted: Beagle Pup 8 to 12 Weeks Old. 440-635-0067. 3 semi-feral kitties removed from bad situation need a barn home. They’re now spayed & vaccinated. Call Rebecca 440321-2485
REAL ESTATE Thompson Twp – 1 acre scenic rolling building lot, side street lots of privacy. $12,900. 440-289-0708.
VACATION RENTALS Free Amish transportation w/1-week rental. Cozy cabin walking distance to Ohio side of Pymatuning Lake. 2-bd,1-ba, full kitchen, linens provided. Call for details. $600/week. Call soon to book. 330980-8829. Cozy cabin walking distance to Ohio side of Pymatuning Lake. 2-bd,1-ba, full kitchen, linens provided. Great for fishing or family. Pet friendly. Call for details, Firewood provided. $100/night; $175/2-nights. Call for details. $600/ week. Call soon to book. 330-980-8829.
WANTED CARETAKER COUPLE LIVE RENT FREE. In Willoughby area 1 bedroom apartment with 1-1/2 garage and laundry on estate property, in return for some home and garden chores, handyman projects, and care of friendly dog. Non-smokers, no children or pets. Send qualifications to Greenacres14@icloud. com. Experienced housekeeper, non-smoker wanted in Willoughby area, several days a week, general cleaning, shopping, laundry etc. Must have own transportation. Send resume to Greenacres14@icloud.com
WANTED TO BUY Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), tackle boxes, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee at 440-313-8331. Wanted ‘64-‘68 Mustangs, and other muscle cars/parts, Cash Paid. Call/text 440832-1465.
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Help Wanted Now Hiring Landscaping & Tree Positions. $16 to $22 Hour, Health Care Benefits. Call Dave Wood at 440-729-2579. Yard Worker wanted for Spring and Summer. Starting @$14/hr cash more with experience. Drivers license preferred. 440-338-3563.
BUSCA TRABAJO? Se Ofrece Empleo con Mancan con Companias en Chardon y Middlefield. $10-$15 Por Hora! Por Favor Trae 2 formas de Indentificacion del Gobierno y un traductor. 220 Center Street in Chardon, OH 44024. Llama a 330-372-5627
Farm help in Huntsburg. 440-636-5747. Hildenbrand Home Services is looking to hire someone for a full time position to grow with the company. Must have valid drivers license and transportation. Pay based on experience. Call or text Jon at 440-537-7457.
MANCAN IS NOW HIRING GENERAL LABOR AND SKILLED TRADES IN LAKE, GEAUGA, CUYAHOGA AND ASHTABULA COUNTIES To apply, stop into the office Monday - Thursday, 9am to 3pm. Be sure to bring 2 forms of ID. A resume is encouraged.
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