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A Matter Of Balance
begins March 3 Are you concerned about falling? Interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength? Falls are preventable, and this class can make a difference! Matter of Balance Classes will be held on Fridays, March 3 until April 28, 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. at the Burton Health Care Center, 14095 E. Center St, Burton, Ohio 44021. To register please call Dawn Damante 440-214-3180 This class is free for registered seniors! Space is limited
Lenten Fish Fry
Fridays - March 3 -April 14 Lent Fish Fry will be held at Newton Falls VFW, 433 Arlington Blvd. every Friday during Lent - March 3 - April 14 from 4-8 pm. Dinners include fried or baked fish, bread, & 3 sides of your choice. $10 each; 10 and under $5. Proceeds benefit Newton Falls Athletic Booster Club.
Spring Fundraising Craft Show
March 4 Shop over 30 craft vendors, 50/50 raffle & refreshments on March 4 from 9-3 at the NF VFW Hall, 433 Arlington Blvd. Doors open again at 5 pm for the Chinese auction. Proceeds benefit the NFHS Boys soccer team.
“Paint Party� Program at the Garrettsville Library
March 4 Join us at the Garrettsville Library for the next Crafting with Marian program on Saturday, March 4 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. It’ll be a fun “Paint Party�, as participants will use brushes, canvas and paint to create a beautiful piece of art- a lovely picture of spring lavender. Program will challenge your creative skills, so bring your patience and love of art too. This adult program is free and open to the public. There’s a $5 registration fee which will be refunded the day of the
program. Available spaces are limited, so call 330-5274378 today for registration.
Road Apple Roubaix
March 4 The Road Apple Roubaix is coming back to Garrettsville on March 4 starting at 10am. This is the opportunity to tour some of the quiet, less-travelled back roads out in Amish country, some gravel roads and the gravel Headwaters Trail‌JUST BEWARE OF THE ROAD APPLES on those back country roads! There will be three routes which include a beginner-friendly 14.5 mile trip (mainly on the Headwater’s Trail), and a 25 and 40 mile option which both include “Heckle-Hillâ€? and plenty of gravel segments. All participants will be provided with a free t-shirt, free pint glass, a free drink for that glass, a bowl of chili and a free raffle ticket to our large raffle. For more information and to sign-up, check out- https:// roadappleroubaix.wordpress. com.
Freedom Community & Park Booster Meeting
March 6 The Freedom Community & Park Boosters will be having their monthly meeting on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Freedom Town Hall. Please contact Tom Mesaros at 330-2456061 for more information. Hope to see everyone there.
Book Review Group
March 6 The Monthly Book Review and Discussion group meets at the YMCA the 1st Monday each month at 10:30am at the Garrettsville Family Y. A book is not required -- it will be presented by Dr J Patella. THE AFTERLIFE OF BILLY FINGERS. One of the most detailed afterdeath communications ever recorded takes you on an unprecedented journey into the mysteries of life beyond
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Obituaries Vincent “Vince� Shahan Ravenna, OH Vincent “Vince� Shahan, 56, of Ravenna, passed away on February 14, 2017. He was born on November 24, 1960 in Ravenna, Ohio to Rober t and Rebecca (Dietrich) Shahan. He love d fo ot ba l l , baseball and basketball. Vince enjoyed waterfowl and collected decoys. He always called to check on his mom and family. Vince is survived by his mother, Rebecca; brothers, Blaine (Joyce) Shahan of Stow and Tim (Grace) Shahan of Leavittsburg; sister, Shirl (Frank) Wilson of Ravenna and was a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his favorite dog, Bruiser. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert. Honoring Vince’s wishes cremation has taken place. There will be a private graveside service at a later time. Services will be private and Vince will be laid to rest at Park Cemetery in Garrettsville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Vince’s name to Rebecca Shahan, 8210 Maple Ave, Garrettsville, Ohio 44231. Arrangements have been entrusted to MalloryDeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St. Garrettsville, Ohio. Online condolences at www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com.
Dorothy Doretta (Harris) Brady Garrettsville, OH Dorothy Doretta (Harris) Brady, 93, of Garrettsville, passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 17, 2017. She was born on September 23, 1923 in Dartmore, West Virginia to William (Hound Dog Bill) and Naomi (Murphy) Harris. Dorotha married the love of her life, Charles R. Brady, Sr., on March 2, 1940. Charles passed away on March 30, 1974. Before moving to Gar rettsville in 1960, Dorotha and Charles farmed in Bilington, WV. They belonged to the FFA and received several blue ribbons at the fair. They raised dairy cows and raised 4,000 chickens at a time. Dorotha was a member of the Golden Voyagers and the Methodist Church. She enjoyed reading her Bible. She was a green thumb with indoor plants. The neighbor children always played in her yard and she loved to watch them play. Dorotha was a caretaker for several families. She is survived by her children, Charles (Barbara) Brady, Jr. of Streetsboro, Brenda Ingram of Southington, Ernest Brady of Warren and Dotty (Dick) Meadows of Garrettsville; 17 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and 20 great-great grandchildren and more on the way and numerous nieces and nephews. Dorotha was preceded in death by her son, Raymond Brady; son in law, Eugene Ingram; daughter in law, Linda Brady; brothers, Terry, Herbert, William and Ernie;
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The Villager | Friday, February 24, 2017
“The World in Which Jesus Died�
On Sunday February 26, a program will be held with the topic “The World in Which Jesus Died.� This will be a serious historical look back to the land known as Judaea or Syria-Palestine, then under the control of the mighty Roman Empire. As people say these days, What was the back-story? As the Church heads for Ash Wednesday on March 1, this is a timely look back to see the surrounding circumstances of this crucial time in history. This program will take place at the United Methodist Church of Garrettsville at 8223 Park Avenue beginning roughly at 11 AM. Refreshments will be served. The speaker is the Rev. Richard K. Thewlis, Pastor at the church, and adjunct professor of Religious Studies at Hiram College. Open to the public. All are welcome.
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sisters, Evelyn McDowell, Reta Sturms and Luverna White; 3 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Visitation was held on Sunday, February 19, 2017 from 2-6 PM at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St, Garrettsville, Ohio. Services were held on Monday, February 20, 2017 at 10 AM at the funeral home. Burial to follow at Grandview Cemetery in Ravenna, Ohio. Online condolences at www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com. The family would like to thank the staff of the Avenue at Aurora and Crossroads Hospice for the wonderful care given to their mother.
Edward John Novotny Nelson Twp., OH Edward John Novotny, age 82, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017. He was born November 8, 1934 in Cleveland, Ohio to Edward and Mary (Cerny) Novotny. He was a die maker and retired from Ford in Walton Hills. Edward was in the Army reserves. Edward married Arleen Thompson on August 6, 1960. They were married 56 years. He is survived by his wife and 3 sons, Michael (Cheryl) of Parkman, Daniel of Townshend, VT and David (Julie) of Fredericktown, OH; six grandchildren, Christa, Victoria, Jacob, Gabriel, Grace and Rose. He was M&M grandpa to his 2 great granddaughters, Lilliana and Daisy. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Donna Novotny of Parma, Ohio and 3 nieces and a nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Larry and granddaughter, Amanda. Edward was a member of the Nelson United Methodist Church. In his younger days, he was an avid fisherman and bowler. He loved the Cleveland Indians and never missed listening to or watching a game. He was also a Cav’s and Browns fan. Visitation was held on Monday, February 20, 2017 from 1-3 PM at Mallory-Dehaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, Ohio 44231. Services followed at 3 PM with Pastor Rick Hughes officiating. Burial was held in Park Cemetery. Online Condolences at www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com.
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