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FORT JENNINGS Weve never been publicly recognized, outside the Legion. That was the sentiment of several of the veterans who were recognized at Fort Jennings Local School on Friday, November 11. The idea for the student-initiated event began when 17 Ft. Jennings young people attended the second annual Putnam County High School Leadership Day in Lima on September 16. During the training, students were encouraged to plan a service project to benefit their community. The Ft. Jennings Leadership Team, lead by seniors Aaron Schnipke and Kelsey Von Lehmden, decided to honor their veterans, something that had not been done before. The team obtained names of area veterans from the local American Legion post. An invitation was sent to 22 veterans; 20 participated in the event. The veterans enjoyed lunch at the school, which was paid for by the Ft. Jennings Student Council. At the conclusion of the meal, a photo collage of the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall was raffled. Student Austin Kehres family donated the framed collection. The veterans, the entire student body, grades K-12, and staff then congregated in the gymnasium for a ceremony. The schools band played The National Anthem. A hush came over the gymnasium as the veterans introduced themselves. Each gentleman told their name, division, where he served and the number of years served. After each introduction, a member of the Leadership Team presented the veterans with medals that were made by Morgan Ricker and Sara Miller that simply said, Thank you. Elementary children had made thank you cards; a pair of youngsters gave several cards to each veteran. Veteran Joe Pequignot provided a brief history lesson to the students about the Korean War and the Cold War.
Fort Jennings Elementary students presented each veteran with cards that were made by the elementary students. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the students gave the veterans a standing ovation. The veterans were touched by the students displays of gratitude. Tears welled in the eyes of several of the veterans, who in turn gave the students a standing ovation for arranging the event. Von Lehmden vocalized that the students were grateful to the veterans for the sacrifices they had made, and the freedoms we enjoy. Because of those freedoms, she summized, technology has become readily available in schools. The Leadership Team organized classroom tours for the veterans to show off the programs. In Ms. Sellmans room, Kristen Maag demonstrated the schools interactive program, Moodle. She explained that students can take work home, get notes and turn in homework through the site. One of the veterans teased, We didnt take notes in our day. Another joked, You cant say, The dog ate my homework anymore! The gentlemen were amazed and a little in awe of the technology. However, Paul Baumgarte was very interested in Moodle. He related that after his service, he was employed at IBM. He recalled the first computers with which he worked had 12,500 tubes, a far cry from todays compact models. He said he currently is on the Internet about two hours a day, learning about Civil War battles.
The students and the veterans alike found the day to be mutually rewarding and a great learning experience. Todd Hoehn, Dean of Students and co-advisor for the Leadership Team, spoke of the noble act by the students in arranging the event; the veterans were in complete agreement. Thank you, again, to the Ft. Jennings Leadership Team and to all our veterans!
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OTTAWA While most of us are planning our strategy for attacking the Thanksgiving turkey, former Columbus Grove residents Jason and Rob Allen are looking far beyond this holiday as they train for a Spartan Death Race in which they will participate next June in Vermont. The sons of Mike and Marilyn Allen of Columbus Grove, the two have entered this physical and mentally challenging race, designed to instill determination and test creativity and flexibility. The real challenge to us is that that neither of us have ever NOT completed a race we entered. The finishing rate on this race is 10 percent, so we figure we have our work cut out for us. But, thats the challenge of the Spartan Death Race, said Jason Allen. Both Allens have entered marathons and a variety of races in the past, but the Spartan Death Race is different from anything either have ever tried. This one tests mental as well as physical skills, Jason said. The race takes place on a 700acre farm in Vermont. Participants face both mental and physical challenges in the race, which could take anywhere from 12 to 72 hours to complete. As Joe DeSena, creator of the Death Race explained, he arranges some mental gymnastics along the way to keep things interesting. In the past, participants have had to memorize a list of presidents, design a LEGO structure on paper and then build it, after hiking down a mountain. On the physical side of the challenge, theyve had to crawl under a barbed wire fence, climb a vertical point 2,000 feet high, carry a bicycle, split a tree stump or dive into a
Rob Allen, his wife Jill, and Jason Allen after the half Ironman they completed last fall. pond to retrieve a bicycle chain. In the 2009 event, participants started the race at 4 a.m. by crawling under barbed wire to a field where they would find their racing bibs attached to a tree stump. To get their bibs, they had to dig the stump out of the ground and bring it back with them. Before the first day ended, they had to climb up a waterfall with a bucket filled with rocks, scale a hill while carrying a wheel-less bicycle frame, quarter 20 logs with an ax, and find an egg hidden in the woods and boil it in a tin cup using a match they retrieved from another station in the race. Only 10 percent of the participants are expected to finish the race. As DeSena notes, participants should consider this race only if theyve lived a full life to this date. The Allen brothers are asking people to help them by donating three minutes of their time to a non-profit organization for every hour the guys remain in the race. Their goal is to earn 100 hours of volunteer service for their efforts. Jason Allen and his wife Julie live in Charlotte, North Carolina, with their three children. Rob Allen and his wife Jill live in Lancaster, with their five children.
The real challenge to us is that that neither of us have ever NOT completed a race we entered. The finishing rate on this race is 10 percent, so we figure we have our work cut out for us. But, thats the challenge of the Spartan Death Race.
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OTTAWA A Christmas Tree Festival at the Putnam County District Library will be returning this year for the holiday season. The festival was started in 1988. The year of the flood 2007 would have been the 20th festival. Unfortunately this 20th celebration had to be put off for five years while library officials researched what to do with the former library on Pratt Street that had been heavily damaged in the August 2007 flood. The decision was made to build a new library on Putnam Parkway in Ottawa. The new library opened this year. Members of the Putnam County Friends of the Library are happy they can finally hold the 20th festival in the new library facilities this year. Organizations, businesses, and individuals are invited to participate and to help the Friends to celebrate the first holiday season in the new library facilities. The festival will run from Dec. 3 to Dec. 29. The set-up will be primarily on Friday, December 2 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.; other times can be easily arranged. Take-down will begin on Thursday, Dec. 29 after 6 p.m. and continue through Friday, Dec. 30. While the library is closed on Fridays. Friday, Dec. 2, and Friday, Dec. 30, are available for setting up and taking down trees. On Dec. 4 there will be an open house from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This will be a great time to view all of the creative entries that will be on display. Also, Donna Lora of Findlay will perform on harp and hammered dulcimer during the open house The library is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Saturday to view the trees and use the librarys services. The Friends of the Putnam County District Library will hold 2 drawings for gift certificates, one from all the group entries and one from all the family and individual entries. Applications are available at all eight library locations.
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Dispositions/Nov. 7 Scott J. Wilson, 50, 17210 State Route 694, Ottawa, admitted to violating the terms of supervision. The violations include consuming alcohol on Sept. 28, 2011 in Putnam County. Sentencing was continued for a later date. He was originally convicted of breaking and entering. Dispositions/Nov. 8 Francisco Guerra, 35, 1121 Ottawa Ave., Defiance, was sentenced to six months in prison for violating the terms of supervision. The violations included failing to comply with directives of the child support enforcement agency and his supervising officers directions, and not making his child support payments. He was given credit for 31 days served. He was originally convicted of felony non support. Lori A. Young, Columbus Grove, was granted a divorce from John N. Young, Columbus Grove. They were married March 24, 1984, and have no minor children. Mary A. Ricker, Ottawa, and Terry A. Ricker, Ottawa, were granted a dissolution of marriage. They were married Dec. 13, 1997 in Columbus Grove, and have one child. Dispositions/Nov. 9 Fred L. Peoples, Jr., 39, 735 S. Metcalf St., Lima, pleaded guilty to receiving stolen property. He faces up to 12 months in prison and $2,500 in fines. Bond was continued while a pre-sentence investigation is conducted. Sentencing is set for Dec. 12, 2011. Mark A. Ranes, Ottawa, and Gloria Ranes, Ottawa, were granted a dissolution of marriage. They were married Aug. 31, 2007 in Ottawa, and have no children. Dispositions/Nov. 10 Staci M. Friedrich, 26, 110 Pearl St., Columbus Grove, was granted judicial release and ordered to complete the WORTH Center program. She was convicted of burglary, theft and passing bad checks. New Cases James R. Beutler, Columbus Grove, v. Kathy L. Beutler, Marysville; divorce without children. Melissa K. Wenzlick, Fort Jennings, and Troy D. Wenzlick, Ottoville; dissolution with children. The Huntington National Bank, Columbus, v. Wendy S. Parker, Ottawa; foreclosure. Mary L. Schaublin, Gilboa, v. Mark A. Schaublin, Ottawa; divorce without children. Deena A. Good, Fort Jennings, v. David R. Good, Fort Jennings; divorce with children. Mark Kimmel, Oakwood, v. Teresa M. Homier, Continental, and Homier & Sons, Inc., Continental; personal injury. Allison E. Whitacre, Columbus Grove, and Robert L. Whitacre, Ottoville; dissolution with children. Scott Prowant, Continental, Julie Prowant, Continental, and Joseph Nicholson, Continental, v. Gentech Enterprises, Inc., Clarksville, Tenn., Robert Jeisinger, Clarksville, Tenn., Diane Heisinger, Clarksville, Tenn., and Bryan Heisinger, Clarksville, Tenn.; money. Cenlar FSB, Ewing, N.J., v. Leann M. Altman, Ottawa, and William J. Altman, Ottawa; foreclosure. Fifth Third Mortgage, Co., Cincinnati, v. Pamela S. Deller, Leipsic, and Peter T. Deller; foreclosure. Thomas C. Edwards, Kalida, and Julie A. Edwards, Kalida; dissolution with children. US Bank National Ass., Owensboro, Ky., v. Lisa M. Heitman, Cordova, Tenn., foreclosure. Judgments/Nov. 7 Citibank, Sioux Falls, S.D., default judgment v. Michael E. Butler, Leipsic, $2,584.13, plus interest and costs. Weinerman & Associates, LLC, Columbus, default judgment v. Robin M. Spangler, Leipsic, $1,449.36, plus interest and costs. Dispositions/Nov. 8 Shelia M. Dauwalter, 38, 6823 State Route 18, Hamler, pleaded no contest to second-offense OVI and was found guilty. Sentence: Six points, 180 days jail, $750 fine, three-year license suspension, with 135 days jail and $250 suspended, and complete assessment at Pathways Counseling Center, or equivalent provider. Judgments/Nov. 8 Capital One Bank, Glen Allen, Va., default judgment v. Tiffany M. Eickholt, Continental, $740.99, plus interest and costs. Credit Acceptance Corp., Southfield, Mich., default judgment v. Kimberly A. Criswell, Continental, $3,497.11, plus interest and costs.
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Pictured are (front, l-r) Scott Kahle, Kalida Lions Club, and Eric Unverferth, Kalida Fire Department representing Kalida Pioneer Days; Jeff Loehrke, Village of Ottawa, and Mike Ruhe, Ottawa-Glandorf Rotary Club representing Summerfest in the Park; and (back, l-r) Mike Klear, Director of Putnam County Safe Communities Coalition; Glenn Kaufman representing Glandorf Park Festival committee; Todd Knippen representing Ottoville Park Carnival; Dustin Ellerbrock and Jeremy Young representing the Ottawa-Glandorf Jaycees Rhythm and Ribs Festival; and Putnam County Sheriff James Beutler. According to Klear, between November 1, 2010 and November 1, 2011, Putnam County had six traffic fatalities. Of those, three were alcohol related. As the holidays approach, the Safe Communities Coalition reminds residents that local law enforcement will be out in force this Thanksgiving season to arrest anyone caught driving drunk behind the wheel. The message is simple, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Drinking alcohol and driving do not mix. If you plan to consume alcohol, you should also plan not to get behind the wheel of a vehicle or ride a motorcycle, said Klear. Unfortunately millions of drivers on Americas highways still think they are invincible, and they choose to jeopardize their safety and the safety of others on our roads, he said. The Putnam County Safe Communites Coalition recommends these simple tips for a safe Thanksgiving: Plan a safe way home before the festivities begin; Before drinking, designate a sober driver and leave your car keys at home; If you are impaired, use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member; Always wear your seatbelt when in a motor vehicle; If you happen to see a drunk driver on the road, dont hesitate to contact your local law enforcement; and Remember, Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over. If you know someone who is about to drive while impaired, take that persons keys and help him or her make other arrangements to get home safely. For more information, please visit www.TrafficSafetyMarketing.gov.
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OTTAWA To celebrate the Thanksgiving season and to thank the community for their generosity, the United Way of Putnam County will host a Donor Appreciation Open House on Monday, Nov. 21 from 1 to 5 p.m. Each year, the Monday before Thanksgiving is recognized by the United Way of Putnam County as Thanks-for-Giving Day. On this day, the United Way office, located at 118 N. Hickory Street, Ottawa, will be open for extended hours. The community is invited to stop in for refreshments and hourly door prizes.
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OTTAWA Thanksgiving Day from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. a Thanksgiving Day dinner will be held at the Ottawa Trinity United Methodist Church at the corner of Main and Pratt Streets in Ottawa. Anyone is welcome to attend. Those attending may bring a donation of a canned food item or shampoo to donate to the Ottawa Food Pantry. The event is hosted by the Ron Deatrick family and friends. Trinity United Methodist Church is handicap-accessible.
OTTAWA Let the YMCA entertain your kids while you get your holiday shopping done. On Saturday, December 10th from 9:00am-3:00pm children age 3-10 years old can be dropped off at the YMCA for a day of fun. And while youre tying up the loose ends before the holidays are here, your kids will be having fun at the YMCA participating in an array of activities which will include swimming, arts/crafts, popcorn and a movie, a pizza lunch and so much more. Children should come in tennis shoes and play clothes. Fee for this fun filled day is only $10 per child for members and nonmembers with a limit of $25 per family. Pre-registration is required due to staffing requirements. So reserve your space today before time runs out. To register or for more information contact the Putnam County YMCA at 419-523-5233.
CONTINENTAL Come to the American Legion in Continental on December 10. There will be several different companies with 45 booths there to help with your shopping! Something for EVERYONE! Santa will be here from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Children will be able to tell Santa what they want for Christmas! Pictures Available! Some of the crafts include: embroidery items, angel ornaments, sweatshirts, purses, jewelry, rice bags, homemade dips, candles and cappuccinos, candles, gifts sets, tutus, magnets, key chains, OSU items, wax scented bears, decorated Marble tiles, decorated ceramic tiles, baby items, Continental Pirate items, embroidered corn hole bags, 18 doll clothes, baby burp cloths, homemade Christmas decorations, scrapbooking, woodworking, specialty chocolates, gourmet pretzels, homemade scarves, designer baby onesies, baby clothes, wreaths. Food and Drinks will be available for purchase.
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OTTAWA The Senior Center will sponsor a Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale on Thursday, Nov. 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Friday, November 18th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Lunch will be served from 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. on both days. The seniors have been working hard in the last few months and we are offering a good variety of new crafts for your holiday needs. As in the past, there will have homemade noodles, peanut brittle, candies and delicious baked items. Stop by for lunch and browse through our many
PUTNAM COUNTY - Putnam Acres Care Center is inviting the community to share your holiday spirit by donating a decorated wreath in honor of a current resident or in memory of a former resident or loved one. A silent auction will be held with all proceeds donated the United Way of Putnam County. The wreath guidelines are: No bigger than 20 inches in diameter. No live greenery. Lights optional but outlets will be not be available to all. Be creative. Consider a theme. Wreath can be bought or made; old or new. Deliver to Putnam Acres by Nov. 30. Display will begin Dec. 1. Wreath hangers will be provided. Silent auction bids will be accepted Dec. 12 through 9 a.m. Dec. 27. Winners will be notified by telephone. Wreaths may be picked up Dec. 27 through Dec. 30 or by other arrangements. For more information or to participate in the display call Anne Schroeder at 419-5234092 or e-mail paccanne@nwbright.net.
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Ray W. Prowant, 84, died at 6 a.m. Nov. 9, 2011, at Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice, Defiance, following a brief illness. He was born June 1, 1927, in Continental to Homer and Addie Anspach Prowant. He married JoAnne Myers, who survives. He and his adoring wife were married for 63 years. Mr. Prowant was raised in Continental but was a lifelong resident of Dupont. Following graduation from Continental High School in 1945, he attended the school of hard knocks, graduating at least 99 times and counting. He was the vice president of Durant Enterprises Inc., as well as serving as the chief executive go-fer, a title he not only bestowed on himself, but one he wore with pride, dedication, a huge grin and an even bigger laugh. He lived his life serving the public. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was very active in the community serving as a town councilman, Republican Party committeeman and community club member. He was a member of the American Legion Post 541, Continental, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5803, Van Wert, and a 58-year member of the Masonic Lodge, Continental. He was a member of Continental United Methodist Church, Continental, where he had served as a Sunday school teacher, greeter and trustee. He was a member of the Continental Community Club, the Continental Development Corporation and a longtime director of the Dupont Service Co. Professionally, he began his career in 1948, working for the Myers Concession Co. He and his wife traveled with the Gooding Amusement Co., serving several Ohio fairs and festivals with their confection trailers. In 1966, he established Durant Enterprises Inc. a mobile amusement company, currently consisting of more than 30 rides and 20 food concessions. He was a member of several professional organizations, including Greater Ohio Showmens Association, where he served as president for more than four years, as well as a trustee; the Ohio Fair Managers Association; the Ohio Festival & Events Association; the Outdoor Amusement Business Association; and the International Independent Showmens Association. In addition, he served on the Ohio Ride Safety Advisory Board, where he was instrumental in establishing the Ride Safety Program with the governor and the director of agriculture. He loved visiting with people and traveling to fairs and festivals in the area. He was a lover of Ford trucks and animals and loved to tell stories and jokes. He also loved to read newspapers and subscribed to approximately 12 per week. Survivors include two daughters, Jill (her special friend Dan Daly) Byrd, of Lewiston, Mich., and Lynn (Bill) Miller, of Decatur, Ind.; his No. 1 son, Bill (Anissa) Prowant, of Dupont; three grandchildren, Lisa (Clark) Gable, of Decatur, Ind., and Jeffrey Prowant and Allison Prowant, both of Dupont; a great-granddaughter, Anna Jo Gable, of Decatur, Ind.; two very loyal dogs; two granddogs; a sister, Phylis Stemen, of Savannah, Ga.; and a sister-inlaw, Susan Prowant, of Fort Wayne, Ind. He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Prowant. Services were held Saturday at Continental United Methodist Church, Continental. The Rev. Charles Schmunk officiated. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Dupont, with military rites by American Legion Post 541. Arrangements were handled by Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Continental. Memorial contributions may be made to Continental United Methodist Church, the Continental Community Library or the Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice. Condolences may be expressed at www. heitmeyerfuneralhome.com.
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Paul J. Burgei, 89, died at 2:45 p.m. Nov. 7, 2011, at the Meadows of Kalida in Kalida. He was born May 9, 1922, in Cloverdale to Michael A. and Pauline F. Pittner Burgei, who preceded him in death. On Sept. 1, 1951, he married Rita Koester, who died Oct. 3, 1985. Mr. Burgei was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville. He retired as a machine repairman in 1987 from Chrysler. He had also worked at Ex-Cell-O and Ford Motor Co. Lima Engine Plant, where he received its Town Crier Award for community service. He had served as an assistant fire chief for the Ottoville Fire Department and had served on the Ottoville school board. He enjoyed woodworking in his spare time. Survivors include two children, Darlene Carfora, of Ottoville, and Gary (Bridget) Burgei, of Troy; three grandchildren, Andrew Paul Burgei, Kaitlyn Susanna Burgei and Benjamin Robert Burgei; and five sisters, Agnes King, of Napoleon, Miriam Kamann, of Oregon, Ohio, Mildred (William) Pollick, of Dublin, Helen Koester, of Ottoville, and Dorothy Kahle, of Kalida. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Annette Kromer, Margaret Maas and Louise Burgei; and two brothers, Hilary and Lawrence Burgei. Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville. Father John Stites officiated. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery, Ottoville. Arrangements were handled by LoveHeitmeyer Funeral Home, Jackson Township. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local Habitat for Humanity. Condolences may be expressed at www. lovefuneralhome.com.
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Dolores C. Ruhe, 87, died at 9 a.m. Nov. 9, 2011, at Putnam Heritage, Ottawa. She was born Sept. 13, 1924, in Fort Jennings to Sylvester and Angeline Brinkman Hellman, who preceded her in death. On June 22, 1949, she married Joseph E. Ruhe, who died July 20, 1993. Mrs. Ruhe had been a clerk at the Putnam County Recorders Office and had been a reporter for the Findlay Republican Courier and The Lima News. She was a member of SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ottawa, where she was a Eucharistic minister and a member of its Altar Rosary Society and Catholic Ladies of Columbia. She was a member of the American Legion Post 63 Auxiliary, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9142 Auxiliary and a charter member of the Ottawa Fire Ladies, all in Ottawa. She was very involved with the Buckeye Girls State, a volunteer for the Putnam County Chapter of the American Red Cross, the Putnam County Board of Elections and area nursing homes. She was also involved with the OttawaGlandorf Athletic Boosters, especially basketball, and was a basketball season ticket holder for more than 35 years. She was an avid card player and member of several card clubs and enjoyed playing golf, traveling and taking cruises with her husband and friends, both in the states and internationally. Most of all, she loved being surrounded by her family, especially her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include seven children, Keith Ruhe, of Coldwater, Mich., Dale Skip (Connie) Ruhe, Jack (Deb) Ruhe and Roger (Margaret) Ruhe, all of Ottawa, Ann (Brooks) Bosse, of Findlay, Kathy Miller, of Green Springs, and Joan (Rick) Kline, of Hamler; 17 grandchildren, Megan (Kyle Seibolt) Ruhe, Grant Ruhe, Andrea (Rob) Hemrick, Schuyler Ruhe, Nathan Ruhe, Lyndsey Ruhe, Matt Ruhe, Lee Ruhe, Michelle Ruhe, Nicole Bosse, Erin Bosse, Jaclyn Miller, DeAnna Miller, Kelly Miller, Brian Kline, Kevin Kline and Erica Kline; three great-grandchildren, Audrey, Reid and Layne Hemrick; four sisters, Emily Elwer, of Delphos, Gennie (Vinnie) Karhoff, of Elida, Catherine (Melitus) Warnecke, of Lakeview, and Eileen (Lou) Schimmoeller, of Fort Jennings; and a brother, George (Carol) Hellman, of Fort Jennings. She was preceded in death by a son-in-law, John Miller; and three brothers, William and infant twins John and Joseph Hellman. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday at SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ottawa. Father Matt Jozefiak officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Love Funeral Home, Ottawa. Memorial contributions may be made to SS. Peter & Paul Education Foundation, O-G Athletic Boosters or Putnam County Home Care & Hospice. Condolences may be expressed at www. lovefuneralhome.com.
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Clara E. Kahle
Clara E. Kahle, 96, died at 1:45 p.m. Nov. 11, 2011, at The Meadows of Kalida. She was born Nov. 16, 1914, in Kalida to Louis C. and Philomena Schmitz Bockrath, who preceded her in death. On Oct. 20, 1937, she married Arnold Kahle, who died May 18, 2009. Clara was a wife and mother. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Kalida, and the Altar Rosary Society. She was also a member of Kalida High School Music Boosters. She loved her flowers and enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels. She was a loving mother to all. Survivors include three children, Carol Jean (Kenneth) Miller, of Lima, Diane (James) Recker, of Kalida, and Jane (Scott) Bennett, of Dayton; 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Mary Bockrath, of Sandusky; and two brothers-in-law, Walter Schneeg, of Ashland, and Irvin Bowersock, of Columbus Grove. She was preceded in death by three infant daughters; four sisters, Agnes Edelbrock, Velma McCartney, Florence Schneeg and Vera Bowersock; and a brother, Lawrence Bockrath. Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, Nov. 8, at St. Michael Catholic Church, Kalida. Father Mark Hoying officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Love Funeral Home, Ottawa. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael Tower Fund, Kalida Park, Putnam County Hospice or the charity of donors choice. Condolences may be expressed at www.love funeralhome.com.
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ABOVE: A message on a wall above a second floor drinking fountain is revealed Tuesday. RIGHT: Bricks and debris are seen, for the most part, confined to the foot print of the building on Tuesday.
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OTTAWA Demolition at Ottawa Elementary School began last week. Ottawa-Glandorf Superintendent Kevin Brinkman said the demolition is being done by Green Trac LLC, out of Illinois. They are tearing down and taking out everything except the gymnasium, Brinkman said. Were even taking out the old portables and the asphalt. The Ottawa-Glandorf school board is leasing the gym to SS. Peter and Paul School for activities. Former teacher Cindy Lichtle said it is hard seeing the building being torn down. She retired at the end of the 2010-2011 school year after teaching third grade in the school for 35 years. The demolition of Ottawa Elementary and retiring from teaching there after 35 years are alike because both are bittersweet,
The facade of the Ottawa Elementary School is seen as a piece of how it once stood as wrecking crews tear down the 1951 structure. Lichtle said. Both had come to a time when they needed to come to an end. The special memories and the blessing of having wonderful students from Ottawa Elementary will always be priceless. The school was built in 1951 with an addition to the back constructed in 1986, Brinkman said. The cost of demolition is part of the Ohio School Facilities Commission project. Its the same as the construction, he said. The state share is 49 percent and the local share of the demolition cost is 51 percent. The construction of the new Ottawa and Glandorf elementary buildings was phase II of the Ottawa-Glandorf project. Phase I was the renovation and addition of the high school. Dedication of the new Ottawa Elementary building on Putnam Parkway was held in August.
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BLITZ TRANSPORTATION
Looking for Qualified professional owner-operators up to 75% on gross + FSC. Regional runs of 500 to 600 mile radius. Home weekends - Your truck or we have a lease program. BLITZ TRANSPORTATION 711 Clymer Rd. Suite B Marysville, Oh, 43040 or call: 937-553-5000, ext. 116
Start at $.40/mile Annual Raises Home Weekly 4 weeks vacation/year Mainly Midwest & Southeast lanes Health Insurance CDL-A & 1 year recent OTR experience for solo or run team for 12 weeks if less than 1 year. Terminal located in Sidney, OH. Apply at
Distribution Manager
Val Products (VAL-CO) is a respected manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment to the global poultry and swine industries with domestic operations in PA and OH and international business units in Holland, China, Brazil, and India. We offer an excellent career opportunity for an experienced and motivated Distribution Manager, in our Coldwater, Ohio facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for directing and supervising members of the Shipping and Receiving departments to ensure timely shipment of Valco products from our distribution center, as well as the receiving of product and maintaining an accurate inventory at the site. The Distribution Manager will need to understand and apply DOT regulations to shipments and coordinate material movement between buildings. Requirements include: 5+ years leadership experience in automated warehousing and the shipping of inbound/outbound freight, including international exposure. Firm familiarity and understanding of freight issues, advance knowledge of concepts regarding LTL, TL, small package and international shipping and of inventory control concepts. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Please send resume and salary requirements to: schristman@val-co.com. Please no phone calls. Principals only.
(behind the Walgreens off Allentown and N Cable) We are next to H&R Block
LIMA, OH 45805
Call us to schedule an appointment Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, 6 days per week, $8/hour. 7:00 am 7:00 pm or 3:30 pm to 3:30 am Must meet eligibility and be able to lift 40 lbs. regularly
www.continental expressinc.com
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800-497-2100
or call
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NO FEES NO CONTRACT
CDL - A Drivers Immediage Openings In Our Lima, OH Terminal $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Owner Operators $1,000 Sign-on Bonus for Company Drivers DEDICATED OUT & BACK Local & Regional Lanes Competitive Pay & Benefits Great Hometime Tank & Hazmat Required Call Scott: 888-472-6440 Or Apply Online At: www.Work4QC.com
We currently have openings for experienced OTR Drivers. -- Home Weekends -- Incentive Bonus Program -- Assigned Tractors with Auxiliary Power Units -- EZ Pass - Prepass -- Paid Vacations, Holidays, and Personal Days -- Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance after 30 days of employment -- 401K With Company Match Apply at: 400 E. HANTHORN RD Or call: 567-940-1000
Looking for qualified applicants With knowledge and experience EFDA ( Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) Dental Lab Technician Chair side Dental Assistant Fast paced practice very team oriented individual with computer experience a must Email Resume to: jane@limadental.net All responses are kept confidential
REGISTERED DIETITIAN
To consult with clients participating in innovative weight loss program. Part-time position with flexible schedule. For consideration, email resume to: thanneman@northwest physicaltherapy.com or fax to: 419-523-9143
Is a Tier 1 automotive supplier of precision metal stampings and welding. We are searching for an experienced Maintenance Team Member and Tool and Die Team Member. Successful applicants will possess a high level of initiative, a safety attitude, the understanding and importance of continuous improvement and excellent problem-solving skills. Candidate must be a team player, have a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment. Good attendance is a must.
TRUCKS
2003 FORD E450, 14 foot box, good condition. $4,700/best offer. Diller Medical Inc., Bluffton. 419-358-2761
2005 GMC W4500, Tilt cab, 16 foot box, good condition. $6,500/best offer. Diller Medical, Inc, Bluffton. 419-358-2761 2007 FORD F150 XL Triton, super cab, 8 foot bed, Red, 33,500 miles. Asking $14,500. Call 419-523-5155 Ottawa
MANUFACTURING Precision Thermoplastic Components, Inc. (PTC), an established Plastic Injection Molding, Extrusion, Blow Molding and Assembly Company located in Lima, Ohio, has an immediate opportunity for the following positions.
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Successful candidate will have 5 or more years industrial maintenance experience, with apprenticeship completion preferred. Desired candidate will have strong electrical and PLC background, knowledge of ladder logic, Fanuc control experience a plus, installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment to specifications, preferred knowledge of mechanical power presses, resistance welding, fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, and controls.
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DRIVERS WANTED
JOHNSRUD TRANSPORT, a Food Grade Liquid carrier, is looking for Class A CDL tank drivers from the Lima area for regional work. Home Flexible weekends. 5 years driving experience required. Will train for tank. Great Pay & Benefit package. For further info, call Shari @ 1-888-200-5067
FINANCIAL
Production Products in Columbus Grove, OH is a Tier 1 automotive supplier of precision metal stampings and welding. We are searching for an experienced Maintenance Team Member and Tool and Die Team Member. Successful applicants will possess a high level of initiative, a safety attitude, the understanding and importance of continuous improvement and excellent problemsolving skills. Candidate must be a team player, have a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment. Good attendance is a must Qualified Applicants ONLY should apply in person or email/mail resume to: Production Products, Inc. 200 Sugar Grove Lane Columbus Grove, OH 45830 Nicole.Latham@ midwayproducts.com PPI offers competitive benefits that include: Health and Prescription Drug, FREE On-Site Medical Clinic, Dental, Life, Paid Holidays, 401K with Company Match, Paid Vacation, STD, LTD, and Attendance Bonus Incentive. Equal Opportunity Employer
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DRIVERS Every trucking company is different - Come find out what makes us unique! Pohl Transportation Up to 39 cents/mile with Performance Bonus $1500 Sign On Bonus 1 year OTR CDL A Call 1-800-672-8498 or visit: www.pohltransportation.com
or email to:
TRADES
Concrete Carpenters
hrdept@icppharm.com
Pay $14/hour. Please call Royce at 1-806-336-0864 Please leave Voice Mail about the AD.
Responsibilities include scheduling, attending and transporting clients to medical appointments. Strong communication and organizational skills and dependability a must. Two years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, or twoyear degree in related field. Call 419-222-8806 for more details. Apply in person or go to www.teamrms.com
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
The successful candidate should have the following qualifications: Minimum of 1 year prior experience as an Administrative Assistant Be a well organized, detail oriented individual Good verbal and written communication skills Good computer skills Outlook, Excel, Word PTC offers competitive wages and excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer. Email your resume to:
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DRIVERS
The Union Bank Company, P.O. Box 67, Columbus Grove, OH 45830 Attn: Human Resource Manager
EOE.
OFFICE/CLERICAL
560 Bonnewitz Ave Van Wert, Ohio R&R Employment Inc 260-724-4810 EOE
700
MERCHANDISE
OSBURN 1800 WOOD BURNING INSERT Used 1 season, bay window with fan, $1,500/ best offer. Call 419-796-8551 Ottawa.
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800
2008 KAWASAKI ZX10, 6533 miles. $4,750/best offer. Will trade for car. Call 419-9911233
AUTOMOBILES
1993 TOYOTA COROLLA fairly new tires & exhauslt, A/C, red body, gray interior. $1,100 OBO. Call for more details 419384-3503 leave message.
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BEEN SPOTTED
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Pizza party
Jeff Loehrke, Ottawa Economic Development Director, Carol Siebeneck, Ottawa Friends of the Park Chairperson and Donna Laubenthal, Friends of the Park Volunteer, celebrated the end of the season with an appreciation get together at the Car-E-It on Nov. 12.
Yuck it up
Residents of Putnam County enjoyed these comedians from Columbus, Travis Hoewicher, Bill Arrundale and Dan Swartwart. Robert Love was the MC. They performed at the American Legion. The event was hosted by the Putnam County Chapter of the American Red Cross.
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