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Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019 was the starting day for The Berkshire School Year. Ledgemont Elementary was honored to have members of the Burton-Middlefield American Legion Post 459 present to raise flags representing the United States and State of Ohio. Once the flags were raised, music teacher Elizabeth Souers played “To The Colors” on alto saxophone and was followed by the entire school in reciting The Pledge of Allegiance.

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Heroes Among Us9/11/2001. A day

f i l l e d with anger, shock, pain, and vulnerability. It was also a day that brought national attention to the challenges and sacrifices our first responders face daily. Imagine the incredible sense of responsibility the firefighters, EMTs, and police officers felt as they rushed toward the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center. This isn’t something that can be easily described. You have to be a first responder, or at least have one in your family, to understand.

My father, Jim Cook, was on the Middlefield Fire Department for several years, and my stepmother Nancy was on the Ladies Auxiliary for as many. The Middlefield Fire Department became an extension of our family. Although my father passed away a few years ago I still hear him tell the stories, some light-hearted, others horrifying. There was the plane crash, several automobile accidents, countless structure fires and everything inbetween. You could tell by the pauses which ones affected him the most. The way he was honored at his funeral by his brothers and sisters on the department will never be forgotten.

For a short period of time I was a member of Station 22 in West Farmington. I wasn’t there long enough to even be considered a true First Responder, but I was there long enough to understand what it takes to become one. I worked with a great group of men and women. They lived and breathed it. They understood the importance of it. They were ready for anything.

There are several departments in and around Geauga County, some are volunteer, others paid, but the risks remain the same. The structure fire doesn’t care if you get a check or not. I had the privilege of suiting up for a few, minus the mask and tanks. You need to have the proper training for those. To be a Volunteer Firefighter isn’t as easy as just walking up to the Chief and signing on. In order to be considered a Volunteer

requires a minimum 36 hour course. This is only an awareness level course so if you are a Volunteer you can’t be subject to any IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) situations. You can assist, however, which I was able to do. An outbuilding fire on Bundysburg Road north was my first one. Nothing like laying hose while flames licked a propane tank. The training intensifies for every level above Volunteer: Firefighter 1 and Firefighter 2, Firefighter/EMT, Firefighter/Paramedic, Driver Engineer, and more, including the familiar ranking of Lieutenant, Captain, and Chief.

I would be remiss not to mention the Paramedics and EMT’s on the department. They were something to watch! I remember a call on Curtis-Middlefield Road, at a

sawmill, that involved a young man with a serious head injury. The quick thinking that took place once the injury was assessed was astounding. This particular call required Lifeflight, locally based out of Middlefield airport. Initially the helicopter is guided in via GPS, but visual guidance is usually needed in tight spaces to set it down safely.

EMTs and Paramedics aren’t immune to the long, intensive training requirements. The minimum hours for training at each level is 40 hours for Emergency Response Technician, 120 hours for EMT-basic, 320 hours for EMT-Intermediate (in addition to EMT-Basic) and 1000-1200 hours for EMT-

Paramedic. Knowing anatomy, physiology, and electrocardiography (ECG) is absolutely required but this only scratches the surface.

Although my working experience has only been with firefighting, I have also been around police officers my entire life. My mother, Linda Hopkins, also recently passed, was a dispatcher for Upper Moreland Police Department as well as Calais Police Department in Maine. As a matter of fact, I think she did some dispatching in Middlefield back in the 60s. My mother instilled in me the utmost respect for police officers, likely because of her job, which routinely put her in a unique situation of knowing exactly what those officers were heading into. Much like firefighters and EMT’s, you can’t just walk into a police

department and slap a badge on. To be a police officer also requires extensive training. Basic training for a police officer involves well over 500 hours and it can sometimes take up to a year to complete. Psychological, situational, and firearms training is just a part of it. Knowing the law is obviously important as well as Investigative training and knowing how to write reports. They also handle traffic control, and they are heavily involved in the community, teaching safety and awareness, especially to our children. All of this comes with the job. The continuing training is also rigorous, and the ever-changing laws alone can

make this job a challenge. Considering any situation can immediately turn dangerous, officers must also possess a very high level of awareness. Many officers I have known over the years are great judges of character. They have an ability to read an individual and/or a situation quickly, allowing them to react accordingly.

Please take a moment to look on pages 6 and 7. You will find a collage of area firefighters, paramedics, police officers, sheriff deputies, and more. Find comfort in knowing these men and women stand ready to serve the moment we call upon them.

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I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend. I spent some time at The Great Geauga County Fair and found it is a great time to run into friends, see all the competitive entries and eat some unhealthy food. Every year, I am encouraged by those involved in Junior Fair and 4-H. I see youth who are developing life skills that will make them successful as adults. It is the perfect way to start off a busy month with school beginning and many local events slated for this month.

This past weekend the Friends of Mike annual dinner and fund raiser was held. My hat is off to the Fenselon family and supporters for their dedication and energy in making this event successful year after year. This coming weekend, Sept. 14, is the first annual salute to Veterans at the Geau-ga Veterans Sports Fest sponsored by Middlefield Chamber, Great Lakes Outdoor Supply, American Legion and Veterans organizations from the area. The day’s events will be capped off with a fireworks display sponsored by Middlefield Village. This event is meant to create a day for our community to get together, but more importantly, show support for Veterans. I am often in formal situations where politicians or local business leaders will be recognized for their contribution to the area. The most important people at any of those events are the veterans. Thanks to our Veterans, we live in a country where we have the freedom to run for office in free elections and have a free-enterprise system where we can fulfill our dreams and have the ability to be successful in business. Thank you, Veterans, for protecting our freedom. On Sept. 21, John’s Country Nursery is holding their first Honeybee Festival. It is an event that will be educational and entertaining and will interest the entire family. I appreci-ate all companies and individuals that are creative and energetic and contribute to the bet-terment of our community. Please support them to make all of these events successful. The Village is busy pre-paring for the change of season. The splash park closed last weekend after another well-attended successful year. We are working on updating regulations to make it more user-friendly for local residents. Our crew has been busy patching potholes and ODOT will be repaving the inter-section of High and State streets as well as North and South State which are desperately needed. We will be putting our capital projects out to bid again this December to ensure favorable bidding before contractors' schedules are filled. Thanks again to all Village taxpay-

ers for providing the required funds to maintain a Village that we can all be proud of.Exercise your right to vote, be informed, be involved, shop Middlefield and visit www.mid-dlefieldohio.com.

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7th Annual Middlefield Chamber Golf Outing A Huge Success

The weather was perfect, the course was in prime condition, and spirits were high as twenty-six golf teams hit the links for a well deserved round of golf to support the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce. Many teams came in with scores of 8 under par or better, with the winning team at 13 under, but it wasn't so much about the scores as it was about seeing new and old friends and business aquaintances. The day ended with good food and prizes for closest to the hole, longest putt, longest drive, and more. No one was lucky enough to grab the $10,000 hole-in-one prize sponsored by Radioactive Electronics of Middlefield. Maybe next year.

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Cardinal to Host Second Band NightThe Cardinal Local School District cordially invites the community to attend their

Band Night on Saturday, Sept. 14. In addition to the Cardinal Marching Thunder, five other area schools will travel to Moss Field to perform for the crowd. The event starts at 7 p.m. Admission is $5.

Hall of Fame Class of 2019 AnnouncedThe Cardinal Local School District is proud to announce the 2019 inductees into

the Athletic and Distinguished Alumni Halls of Fame. Athletic inductees include: Todd Barcikowski (Class of 1989), Titus Phile (Class of 2003) and the 1978 State Champion Wrestling Team (members include: Keith Chapman, Jeff Neikirk, Jeff Zeigler, Al Wright, Brian Porter, Ray Porter, Tim Ohl, Lloyd Koeble, Gary Kampmoyer, Dave Kampmoyer, Roger Fisher, Harold Armstrong, Mike Pitcher, Chris Lukas, Greg Soltis, Dave Wright, Bob Reiter, Pete Chatfield, Pat Soltis, Bob Filla, Matt Dulka, Larry Davis, Scott Chapman and Harry Weaver.) Distinguished Alumni inductees are Jay Willard Lytle (Class of 1964) and Fran Hansel Wesseling (Class of 1966.)

Inductees will be invited to participate in a special assembly at Cardinal High School on Friday, Sept. 20 where they will speak to our scholars. Following the assembly, inductees and their guest will be treated to dinner and then be recognized on field at halftime of the varsity football game. A formal induction dinner will be held Saturday, Sept. 21. Congratulations to all of our Class of 2019 Hall of Fame inductees!

What’s Happening At The Middlefield Library?

Come to the Middlefield Branch to get your library card now! The library is open during building renovations. Middlefield Public library hours are Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Sat. 9am-5pm, Sunday 1pm-5pm

New Kindergarten teacher Miss Kelly Cotterill takes a “brain break” with her class during the first full day of school Aug. 26. (MP Photo/CSD)

Kindergarten Students Begin ClassesWe were so excited to welcome our Kindergarten Pups to Jordak for their first full day of

school on August 26! Students spent the day learning about their classroom rules, meeting new friends, and completing class work. The Class of 2032 is one of the largest kindergarten classes we have had in several years, with nearly 100 scholars enrolled. We are looking forward to seeing all of the wonderful work they complete this year and are thrilled to finally have them in the building with the rest of our pups.

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Ray Barnum, a graduate of Cardinal High School, went to Albuquerque, New Mexico to run in the National

Senior Games.  He’s back now and spoke about his experience. 

  “My wife and I just celebrated our 50th  anniversary in March,” he said.  “We hadn’t been on an extended trip since 1990 when we camped throughout New Zealand for six weeks, so we decided to make our trip to Albuquerque another adventure. Since we had never been in the Southwestern part of the US, we decided to spend 5 weeks travelling throughout New Mexico, Arizona and southern Colorado. We visited ten National Parks, including The Grand Canyon and Rocky Mountain National Parks, and several interesting cities and other locations.

“In the middle of that the trip we spent eight days in Albuquerque where I ran three track events in the Senior Games.  Since this was my first national competition and because I would be running against the very best runners in the 70-74 age category, I didn’t expect to win any medals.  In my first event, the 1500M (the metric mile), I was very nervous and it was really hot.  I ran about 30 seconds slower than my best time.  But I didn’t finish last.  In the 400M and 800M events I was very happy to finish in the top half of the competition.  In those two events, I was within a few seconds of my best times ever.  I felt great about it, since ABQ is a mile-high city, and running is much more challenging in thinner air.”

  Barnum also related that the mayor of Albuquerque told the audience at

the Opening Ceremony for the Games that nearly 14,000 athletes would be participating. That made it the largest ever gathering of athletes for any competitive event in the world. (The Summer Olympics in Tokyo are expected to have about 11,000 participants.) The Games consist of more than 20 types of events for people, all requiring some type of athletic skill and some events are the same as those in the International Olympic Games. The Games are open to Seniors 50 and older. Very few of the participating athletes compete expecting to win a medal.  Only the top eight in each event are awarded medals.  

  One of the positive developments in our society today is that Seniors are interested in and participate in local, state,

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The first day of school for the Berkshire Local Schools officially kicked-off on Wednesday, Aug. 21, as students were welcomed back with friendly smiles and high-fives by teachers and staff. During morning arrival at Berkshire Jr./Sr. High School, students walking through the main entrance were personally greeted by Principal Michael King and Superintendent John Stoddard, while the song “Eye of the Tiger," made famous in the Rocky film franchise, played over Bluetooth speakers. At Burton Elementary School, parents walked with their student to the front of the building where they were greeted by teachers and Principal Mandy Randles. Students and teachers at Ledgemont Elementary lined up outside the building to recite the school pride song, before entering with a special “Clap-In” ceremony for each grade level, starting with sixth grade.

Each elementary building hosted a powerful and inspiring flag-raising ceremony. K-12 vocal teacher Lauren Casey performed the Star-Spangled Banner at Burton Elementary School.

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Huntsburg Historical Society’s Look to the Past

The Geauga Republican Record published a column on Huntsburg News in the 1930s written by Mrs. Allen Harrington. The Huntsburg Historical Society posts the news on their Facebook with the help of Judi Maloney who does the research. With their permission, we are sharing articles from the past in our paper for your enjoyment. Any errors in information or misspellings are original. You may recognize some of the people in this column.

1933 08 09: Members of Huntsburg Grange met Wednesday evening at C. A. Arnold’s to practice for the pageant at the County Fair. Mrs. Blanch Russell of Chester, and Carl Robert of Montville, were present. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Stillwell attended the Stillwell reunion at Nolan Ferry’s near Chagrin Falls, Thursday. The Parsons School reunion will be held at Claridon Center town hall, Saturday, Aug. 12. All former pupils of F. W. Parsons and their families are invited. Picnicdinner.

1933 08 23 The Clark reunion will be held at Burt Beardsley’s on Aug. 26. Vaughn Ishee, partly recovered from a broken leg, fell and fractured it again. He is in Cleveland hospital for treatment. Callers at the Ishee

home Sunday were Dr. and Mrs. Hatton and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ishee of Orwell; Fay and Rodney Roberts of Chardon; Kenneth Miller and Miss Anna Taub of Cleveland, Dr. Lloyd Judd of Madison, attended him while at his home here. Rev. and Mrs. H. S. Chace and daughter Ruth called Sunday evening on Mr. and Mrs. Allen Harrington and Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Chace, while returning to Saybrook from a wedding in Greentown.

1933 08 23Rev. G. A. Schwabauer of Benkelman, Neb., occupied the Methodist pulpit here Sunday, taking his text from 29 Proverbs, 18 verse, “Where there is no vision the people perish.” Marion Facinger is home from Lutheran Hospital and Helen Tuck from Charity Hospital for 10 days’ vacation. Miss Amnica Johnson, clerk at the Owen store, spent Sunday at Westford, Pa.

Thanks to Judi Maloney, member of the Huntsburg Historical Society, for posting current and old news. Visit the Huntsburg Historical Society Facebook page for more looks to the past.

The 2019 Berkshire Homecoming game is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 27 with the parade commencing at 5:30 p.m. and the game at 7 p.m. Crowning of the 2019 Homecoming King and Queen takes place at halftime. The Homecoming Dance is Saturday, Sept. 28 from 7:45 to 11 p.m. The theme this year is An Island Paradise and will have a luau vibe.

Tickets are on sale from Sept. 17-25. No tickets will be sold after 9 a.m. on Sept. 26. Cost is $25 each. Non-Berkshire guest forms must be completed and turned in with a picture ID by Thursday, Sept. 26.

All past due student fees must be paid prior to purchasing a ticket. Guests younger than ninth grade or over the age of 20 are not permitted. There will be a Sheriff's deputy on duty and breathalyzers will be utilized at the dance.

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from low back pain, we first take immediate steps to decrease the pain. We then work to increase your mobility by creating a long-term program you can continue at home to prevent your pain from recurring.

Trigger point dry needling is a physical therapy treatment that involves inserting needles into myofascial trigger points within muscles and soft tissue. The treatment focuses on reducing and eliminating the trigger points and restores range of motion. It is especially effective in patients who have been suffering from chronic and acute low back pain.

Specific exercises that help treat low back pain include proper stretching, dynamic stabilization exercises to strengthen the spine’s secondary muscles, and core strengthening exercises used to strengthen the low back muscles and abdominal muscles.

Doctors of physical therapy will show you exactly how to manage your symptoms, correct them and keep them from coming back again successfully avoiding surgery.

Dr. Adam M. Cramer, PT, DPT, is a licensed physical therapist, Pain specialist and owner of MyoFit Clinic, 14950 S. Springdale Ave. (44062). Call 440- 632-1007.

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Telling Your Story

By Roger Kruse

Ev e r y o n e likes a g o o d

story. Stories entertain and intrigue us, capture our imaginations and take us on journeys.

Stories are often a mix of good and bad, happy and sad. They are sometimes tense and gripping, but at other times, quite ordinary. A good story can elicit emotions from deep within us. Sometimes it calls forth feelings of justice that demand retaliation and revenge. Stories often stir up anxiety and anticipation as we await the surprising outcome. Most people get a steady diet of stories watching the television. Other folks prefer quietly curling up with a good book. However, the most common place we hear stories is in daily conversation with one another. That’s right, we are all story tellers. We are often compelled to share the events of life with those around us. Both good news and bad news seem to captivate us. Sometimes we just can’t wait to pass on the news. Did you hear I was recently a Grandpa again? That’s right, another Kruse boy made his appearance! … How about those Browns! Did you see they made the cover of Sports Illustrated? … What about the Indians? Are they going to fade on the September home stretch or will they rally to a wild card playoff spot?

Of course, good stories are more than just bits of current news. They involve a plot with characters that spice things up and create interest. Recently I have been reading a book titled “The State of Jones." It is a fascinating true story about a Mississippi farmer, Newton Knight, who deserted the Confederate Army and returned home to Jones County to protect his family and community, oppose slavery, and support the Union by undermining the rebel cause. It is a story of courage and conviction, danger and heartache. It involves narrow escapes, tragic losses and a fascinating love affair. Newton’s Knight’s story highlights the power of an individual bound together with like-minded downtrodden souls, fighting

against the ugly scourge of hate and racism.Perhaps the greatest single source of

memorable stories is found in the Bible. Who has not heard and remembered the thrilling account of the young shepherd boy, David, who singlehandedly defeated the Philistine giant with a small stone flung from his sling? What about the courage of Daniel who maintained his devotion to God despite the ominous threat to his life? Thrown into a den of hungry lions overnight, he testified to King Darius the next morning, “My God sent his angel and He shut the mouth of the lions. They have not hurt me.”

Of course, the greatest storyteller of all time was Jesus. He used stories to communicate truth and teach his listeners real life application. He spoke of a younger son who squandered his inheritance in wild living in a distant country. Eventually, the lost son hit bottom, came to his senses in brokenness and hunger while feeding pigs to survive. Acknowledging the error of his ways, he returned to his father, who welcomed his wayward son home and graciously restored him back into the family. Explaining the need for celebration to the angry and resentful older brother, the father said, “This brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.”

Every day, each of us is writing a story with our lives. The relationships, joys and sorrows, trials and triumphs describe not only the events and circumstances of your unique journey; they also paint a picture of your character, your weakness and strength, your perseverance and faith. It is a story worth telling, especially if you are trusting God to give you His love, courage and help. Ordinary people just like you are discovering that “with God, all things are possible.” Jesus is still inspiring stories of His grace displayed in the lives of his followers today.

Roger Kruse’s story is still being written. He wants it to honor and give praise to God. The key to any life-story is discovering and maintaining faith in Jesus. Even failures and disappointments can reveal God’s goodness for those who trust in the Lord.

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Alzheimer Support GroupsThe Alzheimer’s Association is pleased to announce a new caregiver support group

starting at St. Helen Catholic Church, 12060 Kinsman Road., Newbury (44065). This spiritually-based group is open to all and offers a safe place for caregivers, family and friends currently caring for persons with dementia to develop a support system. There is no charge to participate and all groups are conducted by a trained facilitator. The St. Helen’s group will meet the second Saturday each month from 9 to 10:30 a.m. beginning Sept. 14.

Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support group members exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions, talk through issues and ways of coping, share feelings, needs and concerns and learn about community resources. The new group is the second in Geauga County. Chardon’s St. Mary’s Church hosts a monthly evening caregiver support group each third Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

To find a support group or information, visit alz.org/cleveland. Call the 24-hour Helpline 800-272-3900 anytime to speak with a trained professional about any issue or concern regarding Alzheimer’s or other dementia.

national and international athletic events. This comes in part from our increased interest in healthy living, which includes being physically active.  Ray and Linda met several very interesting people at the Games.  In some cases, they were participating grandparents who had children and grandchildren with them taking vacations in conjunction with the Games.

“Both the competition and the extended trip were positive, rewarding experiences,” Barnum said. “I’m even more excited about competing now. I took a month off from training since coming back.  But now I’ve started preparing for the National Senior Games in Ft. Lauderdale in June of 2021. I think Linda and I still have the best years of our lives in front of us.”Nancy Huth grew up in Cleveland and graduated from Notre Dame College and Cleveland State University. After teaching English for a few years, she married and moved to Germany where she taught English as a second language for 30 years. In 2005 she and her German husband Dieter moved to Middlefield. Nancy has written for the Post since 2007.

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John W. Bricker, 83, of Burton, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, Aug. 31, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Middlefield, Ohio on Sept. 4, 1935 to the late Walter D. and Jemima (Weaver) Bricker. John married Elizabeth Fisher on June 6, 1957. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

He will be missed by his loving wife of 62 years, Elizabeth; children, Martha (Nelson) Wengerd, Joe (Rebecca) Bricker, Chris (Ada) Bricker, Esther (John Ray) Miller, Lydia (Rudy) Kempf, John (Betty) Bricker Jr., Linda Miller, Edna (Vincent) Miller, Melvin (Ada) Bricker, Daniel Bricker, Ervin (Betty) Bricker, Robert (Rosanna) Bricker; 84 grandchildren; 80 great-grandchildren; three brothers; four sisters; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. John is preceded in death by his parents; infant twins; son-in-law, Vernon Miller; two grandchildren; one sister; one brother-in-law; and one sister-in-law.

John’s final resting place is in Miller Cemetery, Huntsburg, Ohio. Online condolences may be sent to www.bestfunerals.com.

George McCollum II, age 46 of Middlefield, passed away Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019 at UH Geauga Medical Center. He was born Sept. 13, 1972 in Charleston, WV, son of George H and Lillian (Watkins) McCollum. He lived in Montville and moved to Middlefield 19 years ago. George was self-employed. He was a billiard’s instructor and a craftsman. He loved pool and mentored the next generation of pool champs. George was George, in his own special way, giving of himself to friends and family was everything. He may not agree with a person’s opinion, but he respected everyone just the same. He will be missed by everyone that he ever came in contact with. 

George is survived by his beloved wife Karen, his mother Lillian McCollum, two sons, Justin (Christa) Trendle and Brian Trendle, six

siblings, Theodore (Becca) Staszko, Jr., Terri (Roger) Spicer Binns, Raymond (Jean) McCollum, Jackie (Bill) Connolly, Alice Silbaugh, Kathryn McCollum, his aunt Betty (Frank) Kline, his nieces and nephews, Alex Staszko, Shannon Binns, Amanda (Dan) Perry, Michael (Patricia) McCollum, Melissa Silbaugh, Kyle (Mazie) Silbaugh, Ryan Silbaugh, Jackie Trendle, and Keith (Amanda) Trendle, and four cousins, Tracy Pniewski, Gino Salem, Brandin Salem, and Haleie Ward. He is preceded in death by his father George McCollum, grandmother, Margaret L. Watkins, and a cousin Carol Tepley.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the George McCollum Memorial Foundation.

Christopher Gerald Sulyok, age 41, of Middlefield, passed away on Aug. 30, 2019. He was born Sept. 8, 1977 and raised in Bedford, Ohio.

Chris was the loving husband of Melissa Sulyok (nee Hamrick), for 13 years; a loving father of Emma, Abigail, and Natalie; loving son of Marie and the late Gerald Sulyok; loving brother of Erika (Brian) Nowlin, Rachel (fiancée James Duncan) Sulyok, and Cory Sulyok; loving uncle of Otto Nowlin and soon-to-be baby girl Nowlin; the dearest grandson of Emma and Wilfrid Thome (both deceased) and Paul and Lillian Sulyok (both deceased), dear nephew of William Thome, Robert and Shirley Sulyok, Patti and Chuck Talaba, and Karen and Ron Wirick. He was also a beloved

cousin and friend to many more.Chris was a proud employee of Sherwin-Williams at their headquarters in Cleveland,

Ohio. He also worked at Canterbury Golf Club for many years. Chris enjoyed woodworking, working on his vehicles, DIY projects, fishing, and especially spending time with his daughters. Chris will be forever missed and loved by his entire family and friends.

I was recently thinking about all the perks

and bonuses we seniors are privileged to enjoy: financial p l a n n i n g seminars (some offer a free lunch) or guidelines for

anyone interested in obtaining information on funeral arrangements. While I realize the importance of this information, it’s hard to digest food when listening to the latter topic.

My hubby Ron and I attended an estate planning seminar and the entire talk clearly removed my happy nature that day. I was hoping I could have heard at least one uplifting message letting us know that the future was not all that bleak. On the contrary, my wicked sense of humor took over as the speaker droned on and on about funerals and how we should jump at the chance of getting a great bargain then and there.

I whispered to Ron, “Forget about taking a romantic vacation. Let’s go for this funeral thing right now.” He tried so hard not to laugh as his entire body shook silently. I’m surprised we were not escorted out of the room, as everyone around us seem to be hanging onto every word this

What’s the Point?By Ellie Behman

man uttered. This seminar was Ron’s idea. Purchasing coffins was not on my “to do” list.

On the brighter side, there are many advantages that we seniors are entitled to: discounts at restaurants, free screening at senior centers and certain percentages off at motels or hotels when traveling. Movies are also a bargain. Now when we occasionally go to the show we can enjoy a comfortable reclining seat in a darkened room which is the perfect setting for an afternoon snooze.

By now the reader may wonder what point I’m trying to make. Very simply, I often wish these bonuses would be offered to us much earlier in life so we could take advantage of the many perks and actually enjoy the rewards. For instance, we could eat anything at a fast food restaurant without risking heart burn; our eyes would be sharper so we could clearly enjoy God’s creation; our hearing would most likely be razor sharp and climbing stairs would be a piece of cake. I guess timing is everything. Well folks, silly as it is, that’s my point.

Ellie, a freelance writer for more than 40 years, has written more than 400 articles. She and her husband spend as much time as possible at their cabin where they enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area. This is where she accomplishes the majority of her writing, as it is the perfect, quiet setting for a writer.

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She will be missed by: her children, Kathryn (David) Miller, Melvin (Sarah) Kurtz, Jacob (Kathryn) Kurtz, Joseph (Marie) Kurtz, Rebecca (Eli) Troyer, David (Ruth) Kurtz, Miriam (John) Miller, Elmer (Kathryn) Kurtz; 52 grandchildren; 164 great-grandchildren; one sister; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mattie is preceded in death by: her parents; husband, John Jr.; son, Johnnie Kurtz; one grandchild; five great-grandchildren; and two brothers.

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