12th annual 'Cruise by the River' - Perrysburg Messenger Journal

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Page 6 — August 15, 2012 — PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI SYNOD 13101 Five Point Road Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-6939 Pastor: Rev. John M. Rutz 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Worship Nursery provided Holy Communion - 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays of the month HOPE IN CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH 27631 Simmons Road Perrysburg, Ohio Phone: (419) 874-1194 SUNDAY 9:30 a.m. Bible Study for all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Evening Bible Study Visitors Welcome ZOAR LUTHERAN CHURCH 314 East Indiana Avenue Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-4346 Pastors Rev. Timothy P. Philabaum Rev. Ann Marshall, Communityc Pastor SATURDAY 6:00 p.m. Worship Service SUNDAY Worship: 7:15, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. 9:45-10:45 a.m. Sunday School, ages 2 through adult. With Professional Nursery Attendant Elevator Access IN THE CHURCH OF YOUR CHOICE ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH U.S. 20 and Route 163 Stony Ridge, Ohio Phone: (419) 837-5115 Daniel G. Beaudoin, Pastor SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Traditional Worship Meets at the Perrysburg YMCA (Fort Meigs Center for Health Promotion) 13415 Eckel Junction Rd. Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Sunday Mornings 10:00 a.m. A Reformed Church Teaching the Bible verse-by-verse Pastor Joe Hillrich 419-356-1127 covechurch@gmail.com We would love to have you visit with us! 10401 Avenue Road Corner 795 and White Road 419.874.1961 www.perrysburgalliance.org Rev. Thomas George Senior Pastor SUNDAY 8:15 and 10:45 a.m. Worship Services 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. PACKLand Children’s Church 6:00 p.m. Jr./Sr. High Youth WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Prayer Service “Join Us In Worship” 24250 Dixie Highway (Highway 25) Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 (located just south of Five Point Road) Phone: (419) 874-6502 Masses: Saturday, 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, 8:00, 9:45 and 11:30 a.m. www.blessedjohn.org STONEBRIDGE CHURCH Evangelical Presbyterian Meeting at: Greystone Hall 29101 Hufford Road Perrysburg, Ohio Phone: (419) 872-8556 www.stonebridge-epc.org SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Childcare available CHRIST EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (Dowling) 22552 Carter Rd., B.G. P.O. Box 364 Phone: 419-833-3956 Pastor Tom Zulick Bible Study 8:30 a.m. Worship 9:15 a.m. The Church on the Hill FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 590 West South Boundary Perrysburg, OH 43551 Phone: 419-874-3546 SUNDAY 9:30 a.m. Bible Fellowship Classes for all ages 10:45 a.m. Worship Service www.fbcperrysburg.net Check Web site for other activities 215 East Front Street Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-4559 www.saintroseonline.org Rev. Msgr. Marvin G. Borger Rev. Jerome A. Schetter, Associate Pastor Deacon Larry Tiefenbach Deacon Ken Cappelletty Deacon Victor DeFilippis WEEKEND SCHEDULE SATURDAY 5:00 p.m. Mass SUNDAY Masses: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, and 5:00 p.m. CONFESSIONS MONDAY 6:30 to 6:45 a.m. 8:30 to 8:45 a.m. WEDNESDAY 6:30 to 6:45 p.m. SATURDAY 4:00 to 4:40 p.m. Anytime by appointment. MAUMEE VALLEY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 27439 Holiday Lane (off St. Rt. 20 at I-75) Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-7646 We are a Christ Centered, Independent, Bible Believing, Bible Preaching and Bible Teaching Local Church. Find “The End of Your Search for a Church Faithful to Jesus Christ.” SUNDAY 10:00 a.m. Worship WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Worship Miller Family holds reunion, birthday celebrations On Sunday, August 5, the family of longtime Perrysburg residents Robert and Catherine (Armbruster) Miller gathered at Woodlands Park Shelter House for a family reunion. Mrs. Miller and her eight children, and five generations of family members, along with extended and “adopted” family, were in attendance for the festivities. This was the first time in many years that all eight siblings were together, and the first time some of the many cousins had ever met. Mr. Miller is deceased. The day included family pictures, games, and crafts along with enjoying the park’s amenities. A family history display (Catherine’s Strauss ancestors settled in Perrysburg in 1847 and her Armbruster ancestors in 1863) was provided by daughter and family historian, Bobby. There was a variety of food, including family favorites from Mrs. Miller’s Catherine Miller, left, and her sister Margaret Langevin were the recipients of a surprise birthday celebration at the Miller Family reunion. more than 40-year career as head cook at St. Rose Catholic Church. The family also surprised Mrs. Miller an early birthday celebration, as she will be turning 90 in December. Her sister, Margaret Langevin, was another surprise, having flown in from Lakeland, Florida, for the event. Ms. Langevin, who will be 85 in October, also was surprised at being included in the birthday celebration. A birthday cake to the two was made for the occasion by Mrs. Miller’s daughter, Karen. Grief group for men begins September 5 “Men in Grief,” a fourweek bereavement support group conducted by men, for men, will help participants explore their various experiences as they cope with the loss of a spouse, friend, child or other family member. Held Thursday evenings from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Hospice of Northwest Ohio’s Perrysburg Center, the group will begin September 5. Facilitated by a Hospice of Northwest Ohio chaplain and bereavement volunteer, the sessions will include these and other topics as they pertain specifically to men: •Life after the funeral •Establishing support systems •Embracing memories •Understanding feelings •Managing everyday chores •Structuring your day •Thinking about your future Any man dealing with the loss of a loved one is encour- aged to participate, whether or not he has had a prior relationship with Hospice of Northwest Ohio. There is no charge for the group, but participants are asked to preregister. For more information or to register, call 419-661-4001. Hospice of Northwest Ohio’s Perrysburg Center is located at 30000 East River Road. For more information about other support groups or workshops, visit the Web site www.hospice nwo.org. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 West Second Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-1911 E-mail: perrysburgFUM@bex.net Web site: perrysburgfum.com Gary Rode, Pastor SATURDAY 5:30 p.m. Praise Service SUNDAY (Summer Worship) 9:30 a.m. “Reflecting God’s Love to All People” Taking applications for weekday preschool Preschool phone 419-874-9318 e-mail: FUMPkids@aol.com Handicap Accessible from Second Street FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST 228 East Dudley Street Maumee, OH 43537 Phone: 419-893-2297 Services: Sunday Church Service: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Eve. Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Christian Science Reading Room 204 East South Boundary St. Perrysburg—419-874-0371 Hours: Tues.-Fri. Noon-4 Sat. 9-Noon ALL ARE WELCOME ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH 628 Lime City Road Rossford, Ohio 43460 419-666-1393 www.allsaintsrossford.org Masses: Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Sunday at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (Preschool through Grade 8) Where we study the world, teach the heart, and live the gospel. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH of PERRYSBURG www.fpcpburg.org 200 East 2nd Street Phone (419) 874-4119 our Pastor is Rev. Darcy Metcalfe Christian Education Director: Selinda Schultz SUNDAY SCHEDULE 10:00 a.m. Worship SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:00 a.m. Adults; 10:15 am Pre-K - 12th Childcare Available PRAYER REQUESTS Please join us on the 3rd of each month at 6 p.m. in quiet time for meditation and prayer - Prayer/contact requests received at church@fpcpburg.org Episcopal Church Sunday Services 8:00, 8:00 9:15 and and 10:00 11:00am am Wednesday Healing Service at 11:30am 11:30 am 310 Elizabeth Street Maumee, Ohio 419.893.3381 www.stpaulsmaumee.org BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 665 West Indiana Avenue Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone (419) 874-2255 Website: www.bethelag-ohio.org Rev. Paul Rea, Senior Pastor (Contemporary Worship Service) SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. Sunday School Classes 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship (Nursery provided and King’s Kids) 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Youth Church; Adult Classes; Missionettes/ Royal Rangers, ages 3-12 “A Place For You” OAK BEND CHURCH 11275 Eckel Junction Road Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: 419-874-0219 Contemporary Worship www.oakbend.org Daniel Watkins - Senior Pastor Chad Olszewski - Associate Pastor SUNDAY 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Children’s Program and Nursery Provided 4:30 p.m. Quiz Practice 6:30 p.m. Youth Group WEDNESDAY 6:30 p.m. Awana Clubs www.gracechurchperrysburg.com 601 East Boundary Street Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-4365 office@gracechurchperrysburg.com Senior Pastor: Dennis Ditto Associate Pastor: Jennifer Bailey SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. Traditional 10:00 a.m. Contemporary Childcare for infants and toddlers all morning. Check our Web site for full list of activities and events for all ages. Zumba Gold ® class offered Thursdays at senior center Zumba Gold ® is being offered on Thursdays, at 9 a.m., at the Perrysburg Senior Center, 140 West Indiana Avenue. The fitness class targets the largest growing segment of the population: baby boomers. It takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness- Party is known for –zesty Latin music, easy-to-follow moves, and an invigorating, party-like atmosphere. The program is designed for active older adults who want camaraderie, excitement and fitness as a regular part of their weekly schedule. The cost is $2 per class. For more information, call Cheryl Fix, site manager, at 419-874-0847. RHS 50+ reunion Sept. 29 Classmates who graduated from Rossford High School 50 years or more ago are invited to meet with their former classmates for lunch at the Carranor Hunt and Polo Club in Perrysburg, on Saturday, September 29. Alumni will meet at noon for a social hour, and lunch will be served at 1 p.m. The cost is $15.50 per person. There will be a cash bar. For reservations, call Caroline Klotz at 419-868- 7670 by Friday, September 21. Annual Birmingham Festival to be held August 18 and 19 The 38th annual Birmingham Ethnic Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, August 18-19. Hours are from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, and from noon to 9 p.m. Sunday. The event will feature popular Hungarian foods on Consaul Street in Toledo. A parade on Saturday, at 12:30 p.m., will honor Tony Packo’s 80th anniversary. It will be followed by the popular Waiters Race at 1 p.m. On Sunday, a recognition and flag-raising ceremony will be held at noon on the steps of St. Stephen’s Church. Ethnic dance groups will perform both days on three Main Stages at the St. Stephen’s/Hungarian Club site, Calvin United and VFW Post 4906 on Consaul Street. There will be booths with crafters, area businesses and organizations and a tent featuring cultural and historic displays. Obituaries •BETH ANN BUTWIN Beth Ann Butwin, 33, died Saturday, August 11, 2012, at her home. She was born on May 19, 1979, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to Frank and Shirley (Williams) Butwin. She was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Perrysburg, and a longtime resident of the Werner group home in Portage, Ohio. She is survived by her parents, Frank and Shirley, of Perrysburg; brother, Benjamin Butwin of Perrysburg; grandmother, Betty Butwin of Terre Haute; eight uncles and three aunts, as well as numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Frank Butwin, Roy and Mary Williams, and uncle, Dan Butwin. Friends will be received today, August 15, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, 222 East South Boundary Street, Perrysburg, where a scripture service will begin at 7 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, August 16, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Rose Catholic Church, 215 East Front Street, Perrysburg. Burial will follow in St. Rose Catholic Cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Wood Lane Residential Services, Inc., 545 Pearl Street, Bowling Green, Ohio, 43402. •ROBERT VICKERY Robert Patrick Vickery, 59, died August 6, 2012. He was born May 5, 1953. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Vickery, and children, Robert Andrews- Vickery and Alexis Vickery Prokup; grandchildren, Taylor Nicole Vickery, Jacob Scott Prokup, and Morgan Elizabeth Prokup; brother and sisters, Denny Vickery, Gayle Vickery Pritchard, Linda Vickery Lifsey, Connie Vickery Schroth; brother-in-law and sistersin-law, Scott Andrews, Terri Andrews McPherson, and Sandie Andrews Montz, and 13 nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held Saturday, August 11, at the Rossford Eagles. Arrangements were made by Caring Cremation Services, Holland, Ohio. •DANIEL ZAPATA Daniel J. Zapata, 64, of Perrysburg, died Saturday, August 4, 2012, in his residence. He was born in Perrysburg, on September 30, 1947, to Juan and Josephine (Trevino) Zapata. He was employed as a printer for Owens Illinois, then later for the Graphics Group. He also was employed by Washington Local Schools. He is survived by his sister, Ana Maria Tillman; step-brother, Michael (Mary) Scavo; nephews, Nick (Mary) Siefke, Robert (Kristen) Zapata, Alex (Chelsea) Zapata, and Vonnie Gabrysiak, and many great-nieces and greatnephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, John George Zapata and Robert Dale Zapata. Memorial services were held Thursday, August 9, in the Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, Perrysburg. Memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes Foundation. Obituary Policy Many newspapers now charge for obituaries. As a service to the community, the Messenger Journal provides free obituaries. These obituaries, however, should conform to our style. Limited details about the deceased person’s personal life are allowed. •JOANNE McPHERSON Joanne “Jo” McPherson, 73, of Perrysburg, died Wednesday, August 8, 2012, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg. She was born on June 8, 1939, in Hicksville, Ohio, to LeRoy and Frances (Olson) Monroe. On June 6, 1959, she married Jack McPherson in Bowling Green, Ohio. She graduated from Bowling Green High School in 1957 and attended Bowling Green State University, where she earned a bachelor of science degree in education in 1961, and a master’s degree in 1985. She began her teaching career as a substitute teacher until her youngest son, Joel, was age 3 and could accompany her to preschool at Kids World (formerly known as the Learning Tree). She taught there from 1971 to 1978, and in the fall of 1977 she began teaching kindergarten at Toth Elementary. Upon the completion of Woodland School in the spring of 1978, Mrs. McPherson taught first grade for 22 years and also taught Safety Town for 20 years. She retired from Perrysburg Schools in 2000 and then enjoyed eight years at her “retirement job” at Nanna’s Bookstore. She was a member of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dowling, Ohio, where she was a member of the educational committee and taught Sunday School. She also was a member of Phi Delta Kappa for a number of years. She enjoyed family activities; traveling, especially going on cruises with her husband, and cheering for the Ohio State Buckeyes. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jack; children, Jeff (Terri) and Jay (Katy), both of Perrysburg, Jon (Kris) of Galesburg, Michigan, and Joel (Becky) of Dublin, Ohio; grandchildren, Katy (Eric) of New York, New York, Kimberly of Perrysburg, Annie of Toledo, Ryan of Perrysburg, Kevin, Kyle and Michael of Galesburg, and Andrew and Grace of Dublin; greatgranddaughter, Brooklynn of Perrysburg; brother, David (Barbara) Monroe of Southaven, Mississippi; sisters-in-law, Janet (Larry) Shaffer of Cygnet, Ohio, Jane McPherson of Bowling Green, Ohio, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her infant sister, Judith, and sister, Karen (Monroe) Reynolds. Memorial services were held Monday, August 13, at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, Dowling, with the Rev. Tom Zulick officiating. Arrangements were made by Marsh Funeral Homes, Luckey, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church Building Fund or Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Perrysburg Senior Center The Wood County Committee on Aging 140 West Indiana Avenue (beside the Fire Station) – 419-874-0847 Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Programs and lunches for all area residents at least 60 years of age. In Perrysburg ACTIVITIES AND LUNCH MENUS Shuffleboard and dominoes are available all day, Monday through Friday. To make an appointment for grocery shopping or with the Legal Aid representative, call 419-874-0847. NEW! Fitness Class on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 9 to 10 a.m., with a YMCA instructor. The cost is $20 for eight weeks paid in advance or $1 per session paid at each session to site manager. This session will include aerobics, stretching and strengthening. Registration is required with advanced payment. Jam Sessions are held each Wednesday, from 1 to 4 p.m., with Marty Brogan of the Perrysburg Area Arts Council. These sessions are open to all acoustic musicians who are beginners or seasoned players. Computer Help Desk–Wednesdays, from 10 to 11 a.m. Bring in your laptop or use one of ours and have your basic computer questions answered– by appointment only. Wii Bowling is held Thursdays at 11 a.m. Perrysburg teams will have some friendly competition. Bridge Class–Tuesdays at 1 p.m. Learn how to play or refresh your skills. Legal Aid–Thursday, July 5, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Senior Center. Call 419-874-0847 to schedule an appointment. Paperwork will need to be filled out prior to the appointment. Wednesday, August 15 Noon menu–Birthday Celebration: Baked chicken, Harvard beets, carrots and celery sticks, mandarin oranges with Jello, cake and ice cream. •9 a.m.–Exercise •11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion •Noon–Birthday Celebration with gift bags courtesy of Perrysburg Care and Rehabilitation. The cake will be pro- vided courtesy of Interim Healthcare. Seniors with August birthdays must register in advance. •12:30 p.m.–Program: “Health Benefits of Laughter” with Lisa Myers, LISW, WCCOA. Thursday, August 16 Noon menu–Meatloaf or Tortilla crunch tilapia, Sicilian blend vegetables, cantaloupe and grapes, cherry cobbler. •8:30 a.m.–Trip to Cedar Point. Advance registration was required. •10 to 11 a.m.–Gadget Club–Photo Composition. Learn how to take photographs with a digital camera phone, then crop and edit those photos. The facilitator is Diana Hersch. Registration is suggested. Friday, August 17 Noon menu–Sausage patties or Turkey sausage links, hashbrown casserole, French toast sticks, sunshine salad, baked apples. •9 a.m.–Exercise •11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion •12:30 p.m.–Poker •1 p.m.–Movie: “Water for Elephants.” Monday, August 20 Noon menu–Italian Sausage Lasagna or Veal Patty, peas and mushrooms, mandarin orange salad, blueberry cobbler. •9 a.m.–Exercise •11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion •12:30 p.m.–Bingo •12:30 p.m.–Trivia with prizes courtesy of the Manor of Perrysburg. Tuesday, August 21 Noon menu–Roast Beef or Honey Mustard Chicken Breast, Italian blend vegetables, au gratin potatoes, strawberries and biscuit. •9:30 a.m.–Bingo •7 p.m.–Duplicate Bridge Wednesday, August 22 Noon menu–Chicken Pot Pie or Cabbage Roll, green beans, tomato juice, cinnamon applesauce, pudding. •9 a.m.–Exercise •11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek to hold open house events Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek will hold an open house for its Creekside independent living on Saturday, August 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. An open house will be held Tuesday, August 21, from 1 to 3 p.m., in the assisted living facility. Personal tours of the one Rewards are offered by Wood County Crime Stoppers for information leading to the arrest of criminals. Perrysburg and Rossford citizens may provide information anonymously by calling 1-800-542-7463. Attention All Veterans Who served outside the continental limits of the U.S. and have earned a campaign or service medal recognized by the VFW as meeting the campaign medal requisite for VFW membership. Contact VFW Post 6409: Commander Al Helchowski - ph. 419-666-3148 Adjutant Dave Shelton - ph. 419-870-2048 Post - ph. 419-666-9563 and two bedroom apartments will be offered. Staff members will be available to answer questions. The facility is located at 2001 Perrysburg-Holland Road. For more information, call 419-861-5624.

Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce announces Harrison Rally Day Parade Policy Presented by the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce, the mission of the Harrison Rally Day Parade is charitable, educational, civic, patriotic and cultural. The Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce promotes and encourages community spirit and citizen participation within the confines of a family-oriented, safe and enjoyable environment. Policies and Procedures A. Applications •A Parade Entry Application can be obtained from the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce and must be submitted to the Chamber office at 105 West Indiana Avenue, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. •All applications must be postmarked or returned to the Chamber office by August 31, 2012. •Notification of participation will be made the first week of September. •A separate application must be submitted for each entry in parade. •Submission of application does not assure entry into the parade. Acceptance is based on appropriateness, creativity, entertainment value and number of entries. The use of creativity in the design and execution of an entry is encouraged. •The Parade Committee, designated by the Board of the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce, shall determine final parade entries. • All entries must include: Completed application form and the required fee. •The Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce and its Parade Committee reserve the right to determine what constitutes an appropriate entry for the parade. B. Fees: Applications accepted for participation will be required to pay an entry fee based on the following as determined by the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce: •Non-Profit (must prove non-profit status and may not “sell” or “lend” their status to a for-profit organization)–no fee • Non-Commercial-$25 • Commercial (businesses and for-profit companies)- $25 •Political candidate if presently running for office- $25 •Current Elected Official (not presently running for office)–no fee •Chamber sponsored/ contracted entry–no fee •Tax supported or governmental units or military related entries–no fee •Harrison Rally Day Marketplace Booth Exhibitor– no fee Your payment must be received with your application. There can be no exceptions to this. Make checks payable to the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce and mail all application materials to the Chamber office, 105 West Indiana Avenue, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. The Harrison Rally Day Parade has a “rain or shine” policy and thus, there will be Complete all information and return with applicable payment by August 31, 2012. Return to: Harrison Rally Day Parade Committee, 105 West Indiana Avenue, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551; Phone: 419-874-9147 Fax: 419-872-9347. Check type of entry: Please make checks payable to Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce o Commercial (businesses and for-profit companies) - $25 o Non-Commercial - $25 o Non-Profit (must prove non-profit status) – no fee o Political Candidate (presently running for office) - $25 o Current Elected Official (not presently running for office) – no fee o Chamber Contracted Entity – no fee o Tax Supported or Governmental Unit or Military Related Entity – no fee o Harrison Rally Day Marketplace Exhibitor – no fee Name of Entry or Sponsor ________________________________________________________________________ Responsible Individual ___________________________________________________________________________ Phone__________________________ Cell Phone_________________________ Fax_________________________ *Email Address _________________________________________________________________________________ * Important: (Please provide an email address as all notifications will be sent by email) Address _______________________________________________________________________________________ Entry Categories: check all that apply o Automobile __________# of automobiles o Band/Drill Team/Drum Corps/Performance Group _________ # of participants o Float (decorated unit on a trailer pulled by a tow vehicle) ________# of participants o Walking Unit _________ # of participants o Animal Unit _________ # of participants_________ Type of animals_____________________________ o Other (description) ________________________________________________ ________# of participants Brief Description of Entry: ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Automobile Entries: Make of Car __________________________ Model _____________________ Year __________ Float Dimensions (Approx.): H: _____________ W: ___________ L: ____________ Tow Vehicle Type: Truck ________ Tractor ________ Car _______ Other (describe) ___________________________ The following statement of intent must be signed by the individual responsible for the entry. Below is a statement of intent to follow and enforce Policies & Procedures of the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce for the Harrison Rally Day Parade: I am the ‘Responsible Individual’ designated on this application. I have read and received a copy of the Policies & Procedures of the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce for the Harrison Rally Day Parade including, but not limited to the following: •No handouts or giveaways of any kind are permitted during the parade, with the exception of candy, as defined and detailed in “Section I” of these rules. This includes flyers, whether political, non-political, commercial or non-commercial. •As has become traditional, parade entrants may pass out small wrapped pieces of candy along the parade route. No person may pass out, toss or throw candy from a vehicle, float, bicycle or other conveyance, whether moving or stopped. Only persons walking the parade route may pass out candy. No person shall toss or throw candy toward any other person, under any circumstances. • You may enter the parade staging area no earlier than 9 a.m. and must be in position no later than 9:45 a.m. Only parade vehicles actually in the parade will be allowed into the staging area. • Please pick up your entry packet at the Chamber office, 105 W. Indiana Ave. on or after September 10, 2012. Without the materials in the entry packet, you will not be permitted into the staging area. I understand and agree to abide by the Policies and Procedures for the Harrison Rally Day Parade. I agree that I am responsible to communicate the Policies and Procedures to my group. I agree that I am responsible for the members of my group and to take corrective action if members of my group are violating the Policies and Procedures. ______________ Date Harrison Rally Day Parade Application ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Entry ________________________________________ _________________________________________ Name of Responsible Individual Signature Hey Perrysburg! We Are Your Ford Connection! www.BrondesFordToledo.com SCOTT MUIR ROB WHITNER DOUG MAHOOD 419.471.2941 419.471.2953 419.471.2958 BRONDES FORD TOLEDO 5545 SECOR RD. @ ALEXIS no refunds. Should the parade be canceled by the Chamber Parade Committee prior to step-off, then there will be a 100 percent refund. C. Political: •The Perrysburg Chamber of Commerce is a non-political organization. •All current elected officials and candidates running for office must submit an application and pay applicable entry fees. D. Commercial: •Entries may be sponsored by an individual business or businesses in a mutual association. •A logo or business name may be used on an entry; however, the entry may not be used primarily for advertising purposes and must be in keeping with the spirit of the parade. E. Banners: •One banner placed on your entry or preceding your entry is mandatory. There is no size limit on banners. •This banner will state the name of your organization and identify your entry. •Banner carriers must be capable of maintaining the parade pace. F. Hand-Outs and Giveaways; •No handouts or giveaways of any kind are permitted during the parade, with the exception of candy as defined and detailed in “Section I” of these rules. This includes flyers, whether political, non-political, commercial or non-commercial. •Parade sponsors on the prior written approval of the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce may be permitted to distribute handouts and giveaways in conjunction with the parade before the parade begins. G. Performance: •Any performance along the route must be a moving/marching routine. •Any entry-unless specifically authorized by the Parade Committee-that stops to perform shall not be a permitted entry the next year. •Special consideration will be given to those entries providing some sort of musical offering during the parade. H. Support Vehicles: •Motorized entries (floats, cars, etc.) are permitted. •Marching units and walking entries are permitted to have one support vehicle. •You must describe your vehicle on your application to be eligible to have a support vehicle in the parade. I. Safety Rules: •No child under 8 years of age will be allowed to walk in the parade. They may ride on floats, vehicles or bicycles under adult supervision. •Materials used in each entry should be fire retardant and not of a dangerous nature. An on-board fire extinguisher is highly recommended and mandatory if portable generators are used. •Bike riders must adhere to state and local laws regarding helmets. •Handholds must be provided for float riders. •All parade participants shall be required to adhere to Silver Restoration Event Before the provisions of the State Concealed Weapons Requirements. •Walking units will be limited and must accompany a float and/or provide entertainment value such as performing a mobile routine, clowning, drill team, cheerleading, handling a giant balloon or inflatable, or use creative costuming. •Smoking is not permitted on floats, by participants, volunteers and/or during staging or on the parade route. •Consumption of alcohol by participants during staging or on the parade route is strictly prohibited. •Parade entrants may pass out small, wrapped pieces of candy along the parade route. No person may pass out, toss or throw candy from a vehicle, float, bicycle or other conveyance, whether moving or stopped. Only persons walking the parade route may pass out candy. No person may toss or throw candy toward any other person, under any circumstances. •All entries are required to be ready to step-off at the appropriate time and any entry not prepared will forfeit their opportunity regardless of the reason. • All entries must provide a cell phone number for the on-site person who will be responsible for the entry. J. Animals: •Animals such as dogs, etc., must be approved by the Parade Committee and be under strict control by the authorized operator. Authorized operator is responsible for the removal/cleanup of all animal waste. •Horses are not permitted in the parade. K. Staging and Step-off Information for Participants: A Parade Participation Packet will be prepared for each parade entry. Packets can be picked at the Chamber office, 105 West Indiana Ave. on or after September 10, 2012. Packets will include the following: •Parade Participant ID Number •Parade Stage Number and Staging Location •Vehicle passes, if indicated. Only vehicles with passes will be allowed in the line-up area. L. Line Up •The parade is scheduled for Saturday, September 15, and will step off promptly at 10 a.m. •You may enter the parade staging area no earlier than 9 a.m. and must be in position no later than 9:45 a.m. Only parade vehicles actually in the parade will be allowed into the staging area. •It is important that everyone associated with your parade entry abide by the parade policies or it may result in the immediate removal of the entire entry from the parade with forfeiture of your application fee. •If you are entered as a non-profit organization, unless through a pre-approved “sponsorship”, no commercial signage will be allowed on your entry, otherwise you will be required to pay the commercial fee. •Parade volunteers will be available throughout the staging period for assistance. SAVE 20% 2 Days Only! No appointment necessary For two days only, silver restoration expert Toni Allison will be at our store to provide free recommendations and estimates on the repairing and refinishing of your sterling and silverplated heirlooms, letting you know if they can be (or should be) restored. Missing parts replaced. Broken pieces repaired. PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL — August 15, 2012 — Page 7 along to the next generation. www.members.home.net/usslst267 ing during this 2-day event! So gather up your old silver today! Thu & Fri, Aug 16 & 17 10:00 - 5:00 Toledo 419-474-0735 Area residents graduate from Penta adult education programs Penta Career Center Adult & Continuing Education division has announced that 49 area adults completed fulltime programs in 2011-2012. The students were honored on May 17, during a special graduation ceremony at Penta. Cory Stine, director of admissions at Owens Community College, was the guest speaker. Also participating in the graduation ceremony was Ronald Matter, Penta superintendent and Kevin Whitlatch, the center’s director of Adult & Continuing Education. Adults that completed full-time programs included: Auto body collision repair–Eric Coleman Sr., Fostoria; Odanté Harris, Toledo; Ryan Lietaert, Monroe, Michigan; Michael Lowe, Toledo; Jerry Lugo, Findlay; Scott Sisko Jr., Toledo; Larry Traylor, Toledo, and Johnny Washington, Toledo. Automotive technology– Nickolas Adams, Toledo and Terry Pinson, Swanton. Builder, contractor and remodeler technology– Andrew Acosta, Perrysburg; Emite Davis, Toledo; Philip Hughes, Toledo; Joseph Jeffers, Toledo; Rodolfo Lopez, Clay Center; Omerenma Mbuko, Toledo; Michael Parraz, Toledo; Marc Robinett Sr., Bowling Green, and Williams Triplett Jr., Toledo. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning/refrigeration– Nicholas Barlow, Swanton; Michael Bowlin, Toledo; Richard Carmona, Toledo; Ronald Cousino Jr., Holland; Attorneys At Law Leatherman & Witzler Todd Hamilton Noll • Kay Leatherman Howard Paul A. Skaff • Robert A. McColley 353 Elm Street Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 419-874-3536 Practice Areas Include: Traffic/DUI/Criminal Serving the Community Since 1950 The Inter-Net Business Guide A comprehensive guide to local businesses with addresses on the World Wide Web PERRYSBURG WINDOW & GUTTER CLEANING 419-874-2482 www.pburgwindowclng.com STUMP’S PROFESSIONAL PAINTING, LLC 419-833-6205 or 419-410-4417 www.stumpspainting.com Advertise here! $5/week 419-874-4491 THE CRAZY CRITTER LADY www.crazycritterlady.com SCHOEN BUILDERS Custom Home Builder www.schoenbuilders.com LST-267 HOMEPAGE Daniel Croley, Northwood; Joshua Cutcher, Millbury; Samir Dalank, Oregon; Calvin Johnson, Toledo; Joseph Juarez, Walbridge; LeQuan McKitric, Toledo; William Metcalf, Maumee; Sean Moir, Toledo; Samer Mokdad, Toledo; Kevin Nelson, Oregon; Scott Siefert, Maumee; Jamar Winston, Toledo, and Ted Zernechal, Sylvania. Welding / fabrication– Bruce Chapman, Toledo; Robert Hocking, Genoa; Kelvin Joiner, Toledo; Levi Lemble, Toledo; Randy O’Dell, Deshler; Andrew Pusher, Toledo; Chad Robinson, Toledo; Jeffery Rose - Sylvania; Cental Ross, Toledo; David Sherpinskas, Perrysburg; Joshua Sype, Oregon; Jeremy Watkins, Toledo, and Joseph Williams, Toledo. Owens to host political debate APC HOME ALARM SECURITY SYSTEMS 419-531-3400 www.apcamerica.com INCAMERA STUDIOS 620 Haskins Rd. Bowling Green, Ohio 43402 (419) 345-5750 www.incamerastudio.com MODENE INSURANCE AGENCY 27457 Holiday Lane • Perrysburg, OH (419) 874-9989 www.modeneinsurance.com FISHIN’ EDITION CHARTERS LTD. P.O. Box 267 Perrysburg, Ohio Day phone (419) 666-5952 Evening (419) 662-8347 www.lakeeriefishing.com PERRYSBURG AREA ARTS COUNCIL 419-873-ARTS www.perrysburgarts.org After A TO Z HEALTH CARE BEELEY PIANOS 955 Commerce Drive Sales & Service 25-Year Warranty on Silverplating (419) 754-7530 419-874-5227 • 800-589-6577 (419) 350-6281 Are you proud www.atozhealth.org www.beeleypiano.com TOLEDO BRIDAL PAGE Toledo’s largest wedding planning website! www.toledobridalpage.com Advertise your website here! Call Matt or Sarah at 419-874-2528 The Owens Community College Student Government will host a 5th District political debate on Thursday, August 23. The program will be held from 8 to 9 p.m., in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center rooms 125-128 on the campus on Oregon Road. The event is open to the public. This is the first political debate to be held at Owens Community College by the Student Government. An invitation has been extended to all three candidates who are running. A panel comprised of one student, faculty member, and community-at-large member will ask the candidates a series of questions. Two Owens Student Government members will be moderating the debate. For more information, call 567-661-7583.

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SHEPHERD OF<br />

THE VALLEY<br />

LUTHERAN CHURCH<br />

MISSOURI SYNOD<br />

13101 Five Point Road<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

Phone: (419) 874-6939<br />

Pastor: Rev. John M. Rutz<br />

9:00 a.m. Sunday School<br />

10:15 a.m. Worship<br />

Nursery provided<br />

Holy Communion - 1st, 3rd<br />

& 5th Sundays of <strong>the</strong> month<br />

HOPE IN CHRIST<br />

COMMUNITY CHURCH<br />

27631 Simmons Road<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio<br />

Phone: (419) 874-1194<br />

SUNDAY<br />

9:30 a.m. Bible Study for all<br />

ages<br />

10:30 a.m. Worship<br />

WEDNESDAY<br />

7:00 p.m. Evening Bible<br />

Study<br />

Visitors Welcome<br />

ZOAR LUTHERAN<br />

CHURCH<br />

314 East Indiana Avenue<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

Phone: (419) 874-4346<br />

Pastors<br />

Rev. Timothy P. Philabaum<br />

Rev. Ann Marshall,<br />

Communityc Pastor<br />

SATURDAY<br />

6:00 p.m. Worship Service<br />

SUNDAY<br />

Worship: 7:15, 8:30 &<br />

11:00 a.m.<br />

9:45-10:45 a.m. Sunday<br />

School, ages 2 through<br />

adult.<br />

With Professional<br />

Nursery Attendant<br />

Elevator Access<br />

IN THE CHURCH OF YOUR CHOICE<br />

ST. JOHN’S<br />

LUTHERAN CHURCH<br />

U.S. 20 and Route 163<br />

Stony Ridge, Ohio<br />

Phone: (419) 837-5115<br />

Daniel G. Beaudoin, Pastor<br />

SUNDAY<br />

8:30 a.m. Contemporary<br />

Worship<br />

9:45 a.m. Sunday School<br />

10:45 a.m. Traditional Worship<br />

Meets at <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong> YMCA<br />

(Fort Meigs Center<br />

for Health Promotion)<br />

13415 Eckel Junction Rd.<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

Sunday Mornings 10:00 a.m.<br />

A Reformed Church Teaching<br />

<strong>the</strong> Bible verse-<strong>by</strong>-verse<br />

Pastor Joe Hillrich<br />

419-356-1127<br />

covechurch@gmail.com<br />

We would love to have you<br />

visit with us!<br />

10401 Avenue Road<br />

Corner 795 and White Road<br />

419.874.1961<br />

www.perrysburgalliance.org<br />

Rev. Thomas George<br />

Senior Pastor<br />

SUNDAY<br />

8:15 and 10:45 a.m.<br />

Worship Services<br />

9:30 a.m. Sunday School<br />

10:45 a.m. PACKLand Children’s<br />

Church<br />

6:00 p.m. Jr./Sr. High Youth<br />

WEDNESDAY<br />

7:00 p.m. Prayer Service<br />

“Join Us In Worship”<br />

24250 Dixie Highway<br />

(Highway 25)<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

(located just south<br />

of Five Point Road)<br />

Phone: (419) 874-6502<br />

Masses: Saturday, 5:00<br />

p.m.; Sunday, 8:00, 9:45 and<br />

11:30 a.m.<br />

www.blessedjohn.org<br />

STONEBRIDGE CHURCH<br />

Evangelical Pres<strong>by</strong>terian<br />

Meeting at:<br />

Greystone Hall<br />

29101 Hufford Road<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio<br />

Phone: (419) 872-8556<br />

www.stonebridge-epc.org<br />

SUNDAY<br />

9:00 a.m. Sunday School<br />

10:30 a.m. Worship Service<br />

Childcare available<br />

CHRIST EV.<br />

LUTHERAN CHURCH<br />

(Dowling)<br />

22552 Carter Rd., B.G.<br />

P.O. Box 364<br />

Phone: 419-833-3956<br />

Pastor<br />

Tom Zulick<br />

Bible Study<br />

8:30 a.m.<br />

Worship<br />

9:15 a.m.<br />

The Church on <strong>the</strong> Hill<br />

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH<br />

590 West South Boundary<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, OH 43551<br />

Phone: 419-874-3546<br />

SUNDAY<br />

9:30 a.m. Bible Fellowship<br />

Classes for all ages<br />

10:45 a.m. Worship Service<br />

www.fbcperrysburg.net<br />

Check Web site<br />

for o<strong>the</strong>r activities<br />

215 East Front Street<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

Phone: (419) 874-4559<br />

www.saintroseonline.org<br />

Rev. Msgr. Marvin G. Borger<br />

Rev. Jerome A. Schetter,<br />

Associate Pastor<br />

Deacon Larry Tiefenbach<br />

Deacon Ken Cappelletty<br />

Deacon Victor DeFilippis<br />

WEEKEND SCHEDULE<br />

SATURDAY<br />

5:00 p.m. Mass<br />

SUNDAY<br />

Masses: 7:30 a.m., 9:00<br />

a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, and<br />

5:00 p.m.<br />

CONFESSIONS<br />

MONDAY<br />

6:30 to 6:45 a.m.<br />

8:30 to 8:45 a.m.<br />

WEDNESDAY<br />

6:30 to 6:45 p.m.<br />

SATURDAY<br />

4:00 to 4:40 p.m.<br />

Anytime <strong>by</strong> appointment.<br />

MAUMEE VALLEY<br />

BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH<br />

27439 Holiday Lane<br />

(off St. Rt. 20 at I-75)<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

Phone: (419) 874-7646<br />

We are a Christ Centered, Independent,<br />

Bible Believing,<br />

Bible Preaching and Bible<br />

Teaching Local Church.<br />

Find “The End of Your Search<br />

for a Church<br />

Faithful to Jesus Christ.”<br />

SUNDAY<br />

10:00 a.m. Worship<br />

WEDNESDAY<br />

7:00 p.m. Worship<br />

Miller Family holds reunion, birthday celebrations<br />

On Sunday, August 5, <strong>the</strong><br />

family of longtime <strong>Perrysburg</strong><br />

residents Robert and<br />

Ca<strong>the</strong>rine (Armbruster)<br />

Miller ga<strong>the</strong>red at Woodlands<br />

Park Shelter House for a family<br />

reunion.<br />

Mrs. Miller and her eight<br />

children, and five generations<br />

of family members, along<br />

with extended and “adopted”<br />

family, were in attendance<br />

for <strong>the</strong> festivities. This was<br />

<strong>the</strong> first time in many years<br />

that all eight siblings were toge<strong>the</strong>r,<br />

and <strong>the</strong> first time<br />

some of <strong>the</strong> many cousins<br />

had ever met. Mr. Miller is<br />

deceased.<br />

The day included family<br />

pictures, games, and crafts<br />

along with enjoying <strong>the</strong><br />

park’s amenities. A family<br />

history display (Ca<strong>the</strong>rine’s<br />

Strauss ancestors settled in<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong> in 1847 and her<br />

Armbruster ancestors in<br />

1863) was provided <strong>by</strong><br />

daughter and family historian,<br />

Bob<strong>by</strong>.<br />

There was a variety of<br />

food, including family favorites<br />

from Mrs. Miller’s<br />

Ca<strong>the</strong>rine Miller, left, and her sister Margaret Langevin<br />

were <strong>the</strong> recipients of a surprise birthday celebration at<br />

<strong>the</strong> Miller Family reunion.<br />

more than 40-year career as<br />

head cook at St. Rose<br />

Catholic Church.<br />

The family also surprised<br />

Mrs. Miller an early birthday<br />

celebration, as she will be<br />

turning 90 in December. Her<br />

sister, Margaret Langevin,<br />

was ano<strong>the</strong>r surprise, having<br />

flown in from Lakeland,<br />

Florida, for <strong>the</strong> event. Ms.<br />

Langevin, who will be 85 in<br />

October, also was surprised at<br />

being included in <strong>the</strong> birthday<br />

celebration. A birthday cake<br />

to <strong>the</strong> two was made for <strong>the</strong><br />

occasion <strong>by</strong> Mrs. Miller’s<br />

daughter, Karen.<br />

Grief group for men begins September 5<br />

“Men in Grief,” a fourweek<br />

bereavement support<br />

group conducted <strong>by</strong> men, for<br />

men, will help participants<br />

explore <strong>the</strong>ir various experiences<br />

as <strong>the</strong>y cope with <strong>the</strong><br />

loss of a spouse, friend, child<br />

or o<strong>the</strong>r family member.<br />

Held Thursday evenings<br />

from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Hospice<br />

of Northwest Ohio’s<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong> Center, <strong>the</strong> group<br />

will begin September 5.<br />

Facilitated <strong>by</strong> a Hospice<br />

of Northwest Ohio chaplain<br />

and bereavement volunteer,<br />

<strong>the</strong> sessions will include<br />

<strong>the</strong>se and o<strong>the</strong>r topics as<br />

<strong>the</strong>y pertain specifically to<br />

men:<br />

•Life after <strong>the</strong> funeral<br />

•Establishing support<br />

systems<br />

•Embracing memories<br />

•Understanding feelings<br />

•Managing everyday<br />

chores<br />

•Structuring your day<br />

•Thinking about your future<br />

Any man dealing with <strong>the</strong><br />

loss of a loved one is encour-<br />

aged to participate, whe<strong>the</strong>r<br />

or not he has had a prior relationship<br />

with Hospice of<br />

Northwest Ohio. There is no<br />

charge for <strong>the</strong> group, but<br />

participants are asked to preregister.<br />

For more information<br />

or to register, call<br />

419-661-4001.<br />

Hospice of Northwest<br />

Ohio’s <strong>Perrysburg</strong> Center is<br />

located at 30000 East River<br />

Road. For more information<br />

about o<strong>the</strong>r support groups<br />

or workshops, visit <strong>the</strong> Web<br />

site www.hospice nwo.org.<br />

FIRST UNITED<br />

METHODIST<br />

CHURCH<br />

200 West Second<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio<br />

43551<br />

Phone: (419) 874-1911<br />

E-mail:<br />

perrysburgFUM@bex.net<br />

Web site:<br />

perrysburgfum.com<br />

Gary Rode, Pastor<br />

SATURDAY<br />

5:30 p.m. Praise Service<br />

SUNDAY (Summer Worship)<br />

9:30 a.m.<br />

“Reflecting God’s Love<br />

to All People”<br />

Taking applications<br />

for weekday preschool<br />

Preschool phone<br />

419-874-9318<br />

e-mail: FUMPkids@aol.com<br />

Handicap Accessible<br />

from Second Street<br />

FIRST CHURCH OF<br />

CHRIST, SCIENTIST<br />

228 East Dudley Street<br />

Maumee, OH 43537<br />

Phone: 419-893-2297<br />

Services:<br />

Sunday Church Service:<br />

11:00 a.m.<br />

Wednesday Eve. Meeting:<br />

7:30 p.m.<br />

Christian Science<br />

Reading Room<br />

204 East South Boundary St.<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>—419-874-0371<br />

Hours: Tues.-Fri. Noon-4<br />

Sat. 9-Noon<br />

ALL ARE WELCOME<br />

ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC<br />

CHURCH<br />

628 Lime City Road<br />

Rossford, Ohio 43460<br />

419-666-1393<br />

www.allsaintsrossford.org<br />

Masses: Saturday at 4:30 p.m.<br />

Sunday at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.<br />

ALL SAINTS<br />

CATHOLIC SCHOOL<br />

(Preschool through Grade 8)<br />

Where we study <strong>the</strong> world,<br />

teach <strong>the</strong> heart,<br />

and live <strong>the</strong> gospel.<br />

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN<br />

CHURCH<br />

of PERRYSBURG<br />

www.fpcpburg.org<br />

200 East 2nd Street<br />

Phone (419) 874-4119<br />

our Pastor is<br />

Rev. Darcy Metcalfe<br />

Christian Education Director:<br />

Selinda Schultz<br />

SUNDAY SCHEDULE<br />

10:00 a.m. Worship<br />

SUNDAY SCHOOL<br />

9:00 a.m. Adults;<br />

10:15 am Pre-K - <strong>12th</strong><br />

Childcare Available<br />

PRAYER REQUESTS<br />

Please join us on <strong>the</strong> 3rd of each<br />

month at 6 p.m. in quiet time<br />

for meditation and prayer -<br />

Prayer/contact requests received<br />

at church@fpcpburg.org<br />

Episcopal Church<br />

Sunday Services<br />

8:00, 8:00 9:15 and and 10:00 11:00am am<br />

Wednesday Healing Service<br />

at 11:30am 11:30 am<br />

310 Elizabeth Street<br />

Maumee, Ohio 419.893.3381<br />

www.stpaulsmaumee.org<br />

BETHEL ASSEMBLY<br />

OF GOD CHURCH<br />

665 West Indiana Avenue<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

Phone (419) 874-2255<br />

Website:<br />

www.be<strong>the</strong>lag-ohio.org<br />

Rev. Paul Rea, Senior Pastor<br />

(Contemporary<br />

Worship Service)<br />

SUNDAY<br />

9:00 a.m. Sunday School<br />

Classes<br />

10:00 a.m. Morning Worship<br />

(Nursery provided and<br />

King’s Kids)<br />

6:00 p.m. Evening Worship<br />

WEDNESDAY<br />

7:00 p.m. Youth Church;<br />

Adult Classes; Missionettes/<br />

Royal Rangers, ages 3-12<br />

“A Place For You”<br />

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OAK BEND CHURCH<br />

11275 Eckel Junction Road<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

Phone: 419-874-0219<br />

Contemporary Worship<br />

www.oakbend.org<br />

Daniel Watkins - Senior Pastor<br />

Chad Olszewski<br />

- Associate Pastor<br />

SUNDAY<br />

9:15 a.m. Sunday School<br />

10:30 a.m. Worship Service<br />

Children’s Program<br />

and Nursery Provided<br />

4:30 p.m. Quiz Practice<br />

6:30 p.m. Youth Group<br />

WEDNESDAY<br />

6:30 p.m. Awana Clubs<br />

www.gracechurchperrysburg.com<br />

601 East Boundary Street<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Ohio 43551<br />

Phone: (419) 874-4365<br />

office@gracechurchperrysburg.com<br />

Senior Pastor: Dennis Ditto<br />

Associate Pastor:<br />

Jennifer Bailey<br />

SUNDAY<br />

8:30 a.m. Traditional<br />

10:00 a.m. Contemporary<br />

Childcare for infants and<br />

toddlers all morning.<br />

Check our Web site for full<br />

list of activities and events for<br />

all ages.<br />

Zumba Gold ® class offered<br />

Thursdays at senior center<br />

Zumba Gold ® is being offered<br />

on Thursdays, at 9 a.m.,<br />

at <strong>the</strong> <strong>Perrysburg</strong> Senior Center,<br />

140 West Indiana Avenue.<br />

The fitness class targets<br />

<strong>the</strong> largest growing segment<br />

of <strong>the</strong> population: ba<strong>by</strong><br />

boomers. It takes <strong>the</strong> Zumba<br />

formula and modifies <strong>the</strong><br />

moves and pacing to suit <strong>the</strong><br />

needs of <strong>the</strong> active older participant,<br />

as well as those just<br />

starting <strong>the</strong>ir journey to a fit<br />

and healthy lifestyle. What<br />

stays <strong>the</strong> same are all <strong>the</strong> elements<br />

<strong>the</strong> Zumba Fitness-<br />

Party is known for –zesty<br />

Latin music, easy-to-follow<br />

moves, and an invigorating,<br />

party-like atmosphere.<br />

The program is designed<br />

for active older adults who<br />

want camaraderie, excitement<br />

and fitness as a regular<br />

part of <strong>the</strong>ir weekly schedule.<br />

The cost is $2 per class.<br />

For more information, call<br />

Cheryl Fix, site manager, at<br />

419-874-0847.<br />

RHS 50+ reunion Sept. 29<br />

Classmates who graduated<br />

from Rossford High<br />

School 50 years or more ago<br />

are invited to meet with <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

former classmates for lunch<br />

at <strong>the</strong> Carranor Hunt and<br />

Polo Club in <strong>Perrysburg</strong>, on<br />

Saturday, September 29.<br />

Alumni will meet at noon<br />

for a social hour, and lunch<br />

will be served at 1 p.m.<br />

The cost is $15.50 per<br />

person. There will be a cash<br />

bar.<br />

For reservations, call<br />

Caroline Klotz at 419-868-<br />

7670 <strong>by</strong> Friday, September<br />

21.<br />

Annual Birmingham Festival<br />

to be held August 18 and 19<br />

The 38th <strong>annual</strong> Birmingham<br />

Ethnic Festival will<br />

be held Saturday and Sunday,<br />

August 18-19. Hours<br />

are from noon to 10 p.m.<br />

Saturday, and from noon to<br />

9 p.m. Sunday.<br />

The event will feature<br />

popular Hungarian foods on<br />

Consaul Street in Toledo.<br />

A parade on Saturday, at<br />

12:30 p.m., will honor Tony<br />

Packo’s 80th anniversary. It<br />

will be followed <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> popular<br />

Waiters Race at 1 p.m.<br />

On Sunday, a recognition<br />

and flag-raising ceremony<br />

will be held at noon on <strong>the</strong><br />

steps of St. Stephen’s<br />

Church.<br />

Ethnic dance groups will<br />

perform both days on three<br />

Main Stages at <strong>the</strong> St.<br />

Stephen’s/Hungarian Club<br />

site, Calvin United and<br />

VFW Post 4906 on Consaul<br />

Street.<br />

There will be booths with<br />

crafters, area businesses and<br />

organizations and a tent featuring<br />

cultural and historic<br />

displays.<br />

Obituaries<br />

•BETH ANN BUTWIN<br />

Beth Ann Butwin, 33,<br />

died Saturday, August 11,<br />

2012, at her home. She was<br />

born on May 19, 1979, in<br />

Terre Haute, Indiana, to<br />

Frank and Shirley<br />

(Williams) Butwin. She was<br />

a member of St. Rose<br />

Catholic Church in <strong>Perrysburg</strong>,<br />

and a longtime resident<br />

of <strong>the</strong> Werner group<br />

home in Portage, Ohio.<br />

She is survived <strong>by</strong> her<br />

parents, Frank and Shirley,<br />

of <strong>Perrysburg</strong>; bro<strong>the</strong>r, Benjamin<br />

Butwin of <strong>Perrysburg</strong>;<br />

grandmo<strong>the</strong>r, Betty Butwin<br />

of Terre Haute; eight uncles<br />

and three aunts, as well as<br />

numerous cousins. She was<br />

preceded in death <strong>by</strong> her<br />

grandparents, Frank Butwin,<br />

Roy and Mary Williams,<br />

and uncle, Dan Butwin.<br />

Friends will be received<br />

today, August 15, from 5 to<br />

8 p.m., at <strong>the</strong> Witzler-Shank<br />

Funeral Home, 222 East<br />

South Boundary Street, <strong>Perrysburg</strong>,<br />

where a scripture<br />

service will begin at 7 p.m.<br />

A Funeral Mass will be<br />

held on Thursday, August<br />

16, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Rose<br />

Catholic Church, 215 East<br />

Front Street, <strong>Perrysburg</strong>.<br />

Burial will follow in St.<br />

Rose Catholic Cemetery.<br />

Those planning an expression<br />

of sympathy are<br />

asked to consider Wood<br />

Lane Residential Services,<br />

Inc., 545 Pearl Street, Bowling<br />

Green, Ohio, 43402.<br />

<br />

•ROBERT VICKERY<br />

Robert Patrick Vickery,<br />

59, died August 6, 2012. He<br />

was born May 5, 1953.<br />

He is survived <strong>by</strong> his<br />

wife, Bonnie Vickery, and<br />

children, Robert Andrews-<br />

Vickery and Alexis Vickery<br />

Prokup; grandchildren, Taylor<br />

Nicole Vickery, Jacob<br />

Scott Prokup, and Morgan<br />

Elizabeth Prokup; bro<strong>the</strong>r<br />

and sisters, Denny Vickery,<br />

Gayle Vickery Pritchard,<br />

Linda Vickery Lifsey, Connie<br />

Vickery Schroth;<br />

bro<strong>the</strong>r-in-law and sistersin-law,<br />

Scott Andrews, Terri<br />

Andrews McPherson, and<br />

Sandie Andrews Montz, and<br />

13 nieces and nephews.<br />

Memorial services were<br />

held Saturday, August 11, at<br />

<strong>the</strong> Rossford Eagles.<br />

Arrangements were made<br />

<strong>by</strong> Caring Cremation Services,<br />

Holland, Ohio.<br />

<br />

•DANIEL ZAPATA<br />

Daniel J. Zapata, 64, of<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>, died Saturday,<br />

August 4, 2012, in his residence.<br />

He was born in <strong>Perrysburg</strong>,<br />

on September 30,<br />

1947, to Juan and Josephine<br />

(Trevino) Zapata. He was<br />

employed as a printer for<br />

Owens Illinois, <strong>the</strong>n later<br />

for <strong>the</strong> Graphics Group. He<br />

also was employed <strong>by</strong><br />

Washington Local Schools.<br />

He is survived <strong>by</strong> his sister,<br />

Ana Maria Tillman;<br />

step-bro<strong>the</strong>r, Michael<br />

(Mary) Scavo; nephews,<br />

Nick (Mary) Siefke, Robert<br />

(Kristen) Zapata, Alex<br />

(Chelsea) Zapata, and Vonnie<br />

Gabrysiak, and many<br />

great-nieces and greatnephews.<br />

He was preceded<br />

in death <strong>by</strong> his parents, and<br />

bro<strong>the</strong>rs, John George Zapata<br />

and Robert Dale Zapata.<br />

Memorial services were<br />

held Thursday, August 9, in<br />

<strong>the</strong> Witzler-Shank Funeral<br />

Home, <strong>Perrysburg</strong>.<br />

Memorial donations may<br />

be made to <strong>the</strong> Diabetes<br />

Foundation.<br />

<br />

Obituary<br />

Policy<br />

Many newspapers now<br />

charge for obituaries. As a service<br />

to <strong>the</strong> community, <strong>the</strong> <strong>Messenger</strong><br />

<strong>Journal</strong> provides free<br />

obituaries. These obituaries,<br />

however, should conform to our<br />

style.<br />

Limited details about <strong>the</strong><br />

deceased person’s personal<br />

life are allowed.<br />

•JOANNE McPHERSON<br />

Joanne “Jo” McPherson,<br />

73, of <strong>Perrysburg</strong>, died<br />

Wednesday, August 8, 2012,<br />

at Hospice of Northwest<br />

Ohio, <strong>Perrysburg</strong>. She was<br />

born on June 8, 1939, in<br />

Hicksville, Ohio, to LeRoy<br />

and Frances (Olson) Monroe.<br />

On June 6, 1959, she<br />

married Jack McPherson in<br />

Bowling Green, Ohio. She<br />

graduated from Bowling<br />

Green High School in 1957<br />

and attended Bowling Green<br />

State University, where she<br />

earned a bachelor of science<br />

degree in education in 1961,<br />

and a master’s degree in<br />

1985.<br />

She began her teaching<br />

career as a substitute teacher<br />

until her youngest son, Joel,<br />

was age 3 and could accompany<br />

her to preschool at Kids<br />

World (formerly known as<br />

<strong>the</strong> Learning Tree). She<br />

taught <strong>the</strong>re from 1971 to<br />

1978, and in <strong>the</strong> fall of 1977<br />

she began teaching kindergarten<br />

at Toth Elementary.<br />

Upon <strong>the</strong> completion of<br />

Woodland School in <strong>the</strong><br />

spring of 1978, Mrs.<br />

McPherson taught first grade<br />

for 22 years and also taught<br />

Safety Town for 20 years.<br />

She retired from <strong>Perrysburg</strong><br />

Schools in 2000 and <strong>the</strong>n enjoyed<br />

eight years at her “retirement<br />

job” at Nanna’s<br />

Bookstore.<br />

She was a member of<br />

Christ Evangelical Lu<strong>the</strong>ran<br />

Church in Dowling, Ohio,<br />

where she was a member of<br />

<strong>the</strong> educational committee<br />

and taught Sunday School.<br />

She also was a member of<br />

Phi Delta Kappa for a number<br />

of years.<br />

She enjoyed family activities;<br />

traveling, especially<br />

going on cruises with her<br />

husband, and cheering for<br />

<strong>the</strong> Ohio State Buckeyes.<br />

She is survived <strong>by</strong> her<br />

husband of 53 years, Jack;<br />

children, Jeff (Terri) and Jay<br />

(Katy), both of <strong>Perrysburg</strong>,<br />

Jon (Kris) of Galesburg,<br />

Michigan, and Joel (Becky)<br />

of Dublin, Ohio; grandchildren,<br />

Katy (Eric) of New<br />

York, New York, Kimberly<br />

of <strong>Perrysburg</strong>, Annie of<br />

Toledo, Ryan of <strong>Perrysburg</strong>,<br />

Kevin, Kyle and Michael of<br />

Galesburg, and Andrew and<br />

Grace of Dublin; greatgranddaughter,<br />

Brooklynn of<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong>; bro<strong>the</strong>r, David<br />

(Barbara) Monroe of<br />

Southaven, Mississippi; sisters-in-law,<br />

Janet (Larry)<br />

Shaffer of Cygnet, Ohio,<br />

Jane McPherson of Bowling<br />

Green, Ohio, and several<br />

nieces and nephews. She was<br />

preceded in death <strong>by</strong> her infant<br />

sister, Judith, and sister,<br />

Karen (Monroe) Reynolds.<br />

Memorial services were<br />

held Monday, August 13, at<br />

Christ Evangelical Lu<strong>the</strong>ran<br />

Church, Dowling, with <strong>the</strong><br />

Rev. Tom Zulick officiating.<br />

Arrangements were made <strong>by</strong><br />

Marsh Funeral Homes,<br />

Luckey, Ohio.<br />

Memorial contributions<br />

may be made to <strong>the</strong> Christ<br />

Evangelical Lu<strong>the</strong>ran<br />

Church Building Fund or<br />

Hospice of Northwest Ohio.<br />

<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong> Senior<br />

Center<br />

The Wood County Committee on Aging<br />

140 West Indiana Avenue (beside <strong>the</strong><br />

Fire Station) – 419-874-0847<br />

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30<br />

p.m.<br />

Programs and lunches for all area residents<br />

at least 60 years of age.<br />

In <strong>Perrysburg</strong><br />

ACTIVITIES AND<br />

LUNCH MENUS<br />

Shuffleboard and dominoes<br />

are available all day,<br />

Monday through Friday. To<br />

make an appointment for grocery<br />

shopping or with <strong>the</strong><br />

Legal Aid representative, call<br />

419-874-0847.<br />

NEW! Fitness Class on<br />

Monday, Wednesday and<br />

Friday, from 9 to 10 a.m.,<br />

with a YMCA instructor.<br />

The cost is $20 for eight<br />

weeks paid in advance or $1<br />

per session paid at each session<br />

to site manager. This<br />

session will include aerobics,<br />

stretching and streng<strong>the</strong>ning.<br />

Registration is<br />

required with advanced payment.<br />

Jam Sessions are held<br />

each Wednesday, from 1 to 4<br />

p.m., with Marty Brogan of<br />

<strong>the</strong> <strong>Perrysburg</strong> Area Arts<br />

Council. These sessions are<br />

open to all acoustic musicians<br />

who are beginners or seasoned<br />

players.<br />

Computer Help<br />

Desk–Wednesdays, from 10<br />

to 11 a.m. Bring in your laptop<br />

or use one of ours and<br />

have your basic computer<br />

questions answered– <strong>by</strong> appointment<br />

only.<br />

Wii Bowling is held<br />

Thursdays at 11 a.m. <strong>Perrysburg</strong><br />

teams will have some<br />

friendly competition.<br />

Bridge Class–Tuesdays at<br />

1 p.m. Learn how to play or<br />

refresh your skills.<br />

Legal Aid–Thursday, July<br />

5, from 1 to 4 p.m., at <strong>the</strong> Senior<br />

Center. Call 419-874-0847<br />

to schedule an appointment.<br />

Paperwork will need to be<br />

filled out prior to <strong>the</strong> appointment.<br />

Wednesday, August 15<br />

Noon menu–Birthday Celebration:<br />

Baked chicken,<br />

Harvard beets, carrots and<br />

celery sticks, mandarin oranges<br />

with Jello, cake and<br />

ice cream.<br />

•9 a.m.–Exercise<br />

•11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion<br />

•Noon–Birthday Celebration<br />

with gift bags courtesy of<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong> Care and Rehabilitation.<br />

The cake will be pro-<br />

vided courtesy of Interim<br />

Healthcare. Seniors with August<br />

birthdays must register in<br />

advance.<br />

•12:30 p.m.–Program:<br />

“Health Benefits of Laughter”<br />

with Lisa Myers, LISW,<br />

WCCOA.<br />

Thursday, August 16<br />

Noon menu–Meatloaf or<br />

Tortilla crunch tilapia, Sicilian<br />

blend vegetables, cantaloupe<br />

and grapes, cherry<br />

cobbler.<br />

•8:30 a.m.–Trip to Cedar<br />

Point. Advance registration<br />

was required.<br />

•10 to 11 a.m.–Gadget<br />

Club–Photo Composition.<br />

Learn how to take photographs<br />

with a digital camera<br />

phone, <strong>the</strong>n crop and edit<br />

those photos. The facilitator<br />

is Diana Hersch. Registration<br />

is suggested.<br />

Friday, August 17<br />

Noon menu–Sausage patties<br />

or Turkey sausage links,<br />

hashbrown casserole, French<br />

toast sticks, sunshine salad,<br />

baked apples.<br />

•9 a.m.–Exercise<br />

•11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion<br />

•12:30 p.m.–Poker<br />

•1 p.m.–Movie: “Water for<br />

Elephants.”<br />

Monday, August 20<br />

Noon menu–Italian<br />

Sausage Lasagna or Veal<br />

Patty, peas and mushrooms,<br />

mandarin orange salad, blueberry<br />

cobbler.<br />

•9 a.m.–Exercise<br />

•11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion<br />

•12:30 p.m.–Bingo<br />

•12:30 p.m.–Trivia with<br />

prizes courtesy of <strong>the</strong> Manor<br />

of <strong>Perrysburg</strong>.<br />

Tuesday, August 21<br />

Noon menu–Roast Beef or<br />

Honey Mustard Chicken<br />

Breast, Italian blend vegetables,<br />

au gratin potatoes,<br />

strawberries and biscuit.<br />

•9:30 a.m.–Bingo<br />

•7 p.m.–Duplicate Bridge<br />

Wednesday, August 22<br />

Noon menu–Chicken Pot<br />

Pie or Cabbage Roll, green<br />

beans, tomato juice, cinnamon<br />

applesauce, pudding.<br />

•9 a.m.–Exercise<br />

•11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion<br />

Lu<strong>the</strong>ran Village at Wolf Creek<br />

to hold open house events<br />

Lu<strong>the</strong>ran Village at Wolf<br />

Creek will hold an open<br />

house for its Creekside independent<br />

living on Saturday,<br />

August 18, from 1 to 3 p.m.<br />

An open house will be<br />

held Tuesday, August 21,<br />

from 1 to 3 p.m., in <strong>the</strong> assisted<br />

living facility.<br />

Personal tours of <strong>the</strong> one<br />

Rewards are offered <strong>by</strong> Wood County Crime Stoppers<br />

for information leading to <strong>the</strong> arrest of criminals.<br />

<strong>Perrysburg</strong> and Rossford citizens may provide information<br />

anonymously <strong>by</strong> calling 1-800-542-7463.<br />

Attention All Veterans<br />

Who served outside <strong>the</strong> continental limits of <strong>the</strong><br />

U.S. and have earned a campaign or service medal<br />

recognized <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> VFW as meeting <strong>the</strong> campaign<br />

medal requisite for VFW membership.<br />

Contact VFW Post 6409:<br />

Commander Al Helchowski - ph. 419-666-3148<br />

Adjutant Dave Shelton - ph. 419-870-2048<br />

Post - ph. 419-666-9563<br />

<br />

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<br />

<br />

<br />

<br />

and two bedroom apartments<br />

will be offered.<br />

Staff members will be<br />

available to answer questions.<br />

The facility is located at<br />

2001 <strong>Perrysburg</strong>-Holland<br />

Road.<br />

For more information,<br />

call 419-861-5624.

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