Recent Real Estate Transactions

9/26/2014- 513 Williams Street; Robert T. & Jayne K. Yost to William Vorhees; $149,900

9/29/2014- Bogart Road (lot); Gordon B. & Mary Ann Hahn to Jason R. & Melissa A. Gibboney; $40,000

9/30/2014- 825 Gloucester Drive; John B. & Connie Lynn Smith Girard to Todd M. Gardner; $152,000

9/30/2014- 307 Tiffin Avenue; Susan J. Boliantz et al. to Ian L. Mansor; $92,500

10/1/2014- 1110 By The Shores Drive, Unit D1; James P. West, Jr to William Hubans, Sr.; $132,900

Huron River Art & Pumpkin Fests Appeal to Youngsters of All Ages

From the Huron Chamber of Commerce

It’s not often that you can find a fun-filled, fall event that is a great hit with children and their parents, as well.  Set for Saturday, October 11, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the 4^th annual Huron River Art Fest features lots of works by talented Ohio artisans and the 7^th annual Pumpkin Festival will include: Jungle Bob’s Reptile Show (3 p.m.), a Midway of Magic (4 p.m.), a scarecrow decorating contest and a children’s craft tent, hosted by Just Like Home Childcare.

The highlight of the day is the Barnes Nursery Pumpkin Drop at 2:30 p.m.  With the help of a 55 ft. high bucket crane, the huge orange vegetables are instantly transformed into nothing more than a squishy SPLAT.

The Huron River Art Fest, sponsored by the Huron Chamber of Commerce, draws artisans from around Ohio, and as far away as Texas, to share their treasures, which include glass mosaics, hand-thrown pottery, decorative knot bracelets, silver spoon gift items, handmade soaps and lotion and hand-dyed and recycled yarns.

Huron native, Jeff Ulrich, has become a well-known artist in the Columbus area, creating all types of nautical pieces, many made from driftwood collected at local beaches.  They are difficult to explain, but pleasing to the eye. 

Each of the artists has donated one of their creations for a giant raffle.  A vintage commemorative Christmas ornament will be given to each person purchasing raffle tickets by the Huron Chamber of Commerce.

Gourmet coffee, cider and doughnuts, along with other food items will be available throughout the day. 

Obituaries- Rowe, Engasser, White

Donald A. Rowe

Donald Arthur Rowe, 85, of Huron and Naples, passed away Friday, September 26, 2014 at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky.

He was born October 21, 1928 in Mansfield, Ohio. He was a graduate of Wittenberg University and Bowling Green State University. He served in the US Army in Europe during the Korean War.  He was a missionary in Liberia, Africa, for the Lutheran Church, and was the first Community Action Director under the Anti-Povery Programs for Richland, Morrow, and Crawford Counties.  His favorite job was serving as the principal at Liberia School in Morrow County.

He is a member of Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church, Naples, FL where he is currently serving as a Stephen Leader. He is a Friend of the Huron First Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder.

He is survived by his wife, Twila, married to for 42 years; a son, Timothy (Jexy), daughter, Cindy, grandson, Isaiah Rowe, granddaughter Rachel Ahrens, great-grandson, Axl Banish, brother-in-law Ira Thomas Talbot (Susan), sister-in-law, Dorothy Rowe and numerous nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Tuesday,  September 30, 2014 from 12:30 until time of memorial service 1:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 225 Williams Street, Huron with Rev. Dr. Anne Marie Montgomery, officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 1225 Piper Blvd, Naples, FL 34110 or to the First Presbyterian Church, Huron, 44839.  Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.

Alfred Enggasser

ENGGASSER Alfred C. 79 Huron, Ohio died peacefully at home September 27, 2014. He was born in Lakewood, Ohio on August 1, 1935, son of the late Walter G. and Sylvia Enggasser. He was married February 14, 1973 to Mary Lou Cooney. In addition to his wife he is survived by his brother Leo (Phyllis), brother in law Mike Marshall (Elaine), sister in law Dianne McDonough (Tom). He leaves behind nephews nieces and many friends including his B-Dock sailing friends Anne & Frank Marcunas,and others.

Alfred graduated from Case Western Reserve in 1957 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He worked for and with his father and brother at Cleveland Coppersmithing Works in Cleveland, Ohio. He went on to work for several companies in the Ohio area in his chosen field. Retiring early he found a new passion in his pursuit of spiritual knowledge and discernment.

He loved sports, playing hockey, and soccer, hunting, flying, fishing, and sailing. He met his wife, Mary Lou at Winterhurst ice rink in Lakewood, Ohio. Their first official date was ice-boating on Sandusky Bay, the beginning of many adventures.

Alfred did not wish for any service after his tiring battle with ALS.  Memorials may be sent to Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky Ohio 44870.  Online condolences may be share at www.fosterfh.com.

Milton F. White

Milton F. “Mick” White, 80, of Huron and formerly of Sandusky, died early Saturday morning, Sept. 27, 2014, in the Ohio Veterans Home, Sandusky, following a lengthy illness. 

He was born Oct. 28, 1933, in Sandusky, and was a 1952 graduate of Sandusky High School. Mick had also attended Findlay College. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He retired in 1999 from the former Delphi Plant, Sandusky, after 26 years. Prior to this he worked at the former Simon & Herzog Heating and Sheet Metal Company. 

He was co-owner of American Marine Services with his son Mark. He was a member of Columbus Avenue United Methodist Church, Sandusky Power Squadron where he was past commander 1989-1990, Sandusky Elks 285, American Legion Post 83, Perseverance Lodge No. 329, F.&A.M., Sandusky Men’s Bowling Association, and a former member of the Sandusky Yacht Club and the National Rifle Association. Mick enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting, golf and bowling.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, the former Shirley J. Leonhard; three children, Cherry Stacey, Mark T. White, both of Sandusky, and Christy K. White of San Pedro, Calif.; five grandchildren, Nicholas Stacey, Jessica (Ryan) Dunlap, Emily (Michael Kokoska) Stacey, Joshua Canter, and Samantha Canter; three great-grandchildren, Ethan and Madi Kokoska and Warren Canter; four brothers, Theodor (Dorothy) White, John (Debbie) White, Thomas (Peggy Lucas) White, and Stephen M. White; nieces, nephews and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his son, Michael; grandson, Angel Andrew Canter in infancy; his parents, Milton T. and Helen (Zeck) White; step mother, Irene (Christiansen) White; and three brothers, James D., Gerald A. and Richard R.

At the request of the deceased, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1, at Pfeil Funeral Home, Sandusky Chapel, 617 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Perseverance Lodge 329 will hold masonic memorial services at 6 p.m. Wednesday, in the funeral home, and the Sandusky Power Squadron will hold memorial services at 8 p.m. Friends may also call from 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, until funeral services at 11 a.m., at Columbus Avenue United Methodist Church, 2401 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. The Rev. Ted Austin will officiate. Burial will be in the Sand Hill Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Columbus Avenue United Methodist Church, Stein Hospice Service, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870, or to the Sandusky Power Squadron, P.O. 2003, Sandusky, OH 44870.  Condolences may be shared with the family at pfeilfuneralhome.com.

Fire Walk

Almost two-thirds of home fire deaths result from fires in homes with no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms.  Simply having a working smoke alarm cuts the chances of dying in a reported fire in half.  Nonetheless, many people disregard the importance of this simple piece of equipment.

Yesterday afternoon, volunteers from the Firelands Chapter of the American Red Cross canvassed the Oster’s Mobile Home Park on what they deem a “fire walk”.  Residents were given the opportunity to have their smoke detectors checked and have the batteries replaced.  If they did not own a smoke detector, one was installed at no charge to the resident.  Approximately, eight smoke detectors were installed in mobile homes in the Oster’s neighborhood.  Additionally, volunteers left fliers on doors of homes in the surrounding area informing residents that if they are in need of a smoke detector or simply a check of their existing one, they should contact the Huron Fire Department. 

Yesterday’s fire walk came as a direct result of the tragic death of Robert Lynch on September 22.  Lynch’s mobile home caught fire and was quickly engulfed in flames.  Lynch was unable to escape the fire.  American Red Cross volunteer and Huron resident, Dennis Pell, spent the day with Lynch’s family following the fire.  Pell sensed the concern of the other residents of the mobile home park and spear-headed the fire walk event. 

This year, October 5-11 is designated as National Fire Safety Prevention Week.  During this week, take some time to ensure that your home is safe and that your smoke alarms are working properly.  Here is a checklist of items to consider: http://www.nsc.org/safety_home/HomeandRecreationalSafety/Documents/HomeFireSafetyChecklist.pdf.  We can never be too careful or too prepared.

OBITUARIES

ROBERT J. LYNCH

Robert J. Lynch II, age 48, of Huron, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2014,  as a result of a fire that destroyed his family home.

He was born Jan. 24, 1966 in Norwalk, was a 1984 graduate of Norwalk High School and attended Kent State University. He managed several gas service stations in the area and was a bartender at the Marriott Inn at the Cleveland Airport.  He enjoyed playing chess, reading, listening to music, watching movies, taking walks with his son Bobby, and was an animal lover. He loved all Cleveland sports, including the Browns, Indians, and Cavs.

Robert is survived by his wife, the former Ruby “Tina” Seiber, to whom he was married for 11 years; his son Bobby; mother Virginia Lynch of Norwalk; 3 sisters Susan (Bill) Barnett of Monroeville, Jeanne (Gary) Kloos of Milan, and Mary Edwards of Huron; 2 brothers John (Patty) Lynch of Norwalk, and Patrick Lynch of Fremont; half sister Claranne (William) Schick of Norwalk; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his father Robert J. Lynch, Sr., and a brother Timothy Lynch.

Friends may call from 1:00 PM Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014, until time of memorial services at 3:00 PM in the Foster Funeral Home and Crematory, 410 Main St., Huron. Bill Barnett will officiate. Cremation will take place.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lynch Family Fund, in care of any branch of Citizens Bank. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.fosterfh.com.

JOAN F. CRAPSEY

Joan F. Crapsey, age 85, of Huron, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2014, in Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, following a brief illness.

She was born April 12, 1929, in Sandusky, and was a 1948 graduate of Huron High School. She was a bus driver with Huron Schools for 26 years, was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, Huron.

Joan is survived by one daughter Mary (Mark) Graves of Huron; 3 sons Tim (Michelle) Crapsey, Thomas (Yvonne) Crapsey, and Gary Crapsey all of Huron; 4 grandchildren Billy and Brittany Graves, James (Tiffany) Crapsey, and Melissa (Mike) Griffith; and 3 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Gareth in 1994; her parents; one sister Jean Stout; one brother James Wilkens; and a daughter Joanie in infancy.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Friday, Sept. 26, 2014, in the Foster Funeral Home and Crematory, 410 Main St., Huron. The Rev. Jeff McBeth will officiate. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Sandusky.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.fosterfh.com.

SHIRLEY A. BANGO

Shirley A. Bango, age 69, of Huron, died Wednesday morning, Sep. 24, 2014, in Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, following a lengthy illness

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She was born Dec. 18, 1944 in Glen Jean, West Virginia.  She is survived by 2 daughters Rhonda (Scott) Kromer of Bellevue, and April Bango of Berlin Heights; one son Chester Bango of Berlin Heights; 5 grandchildren Simon, Jake, Owen, and Mason Kromer and Nolan Bango; 2 sisters Lena New and Delores Jenkins; and 2 brothers Earl and Phillip West.  Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Lawrence West, and one sister Phyllis Brown.

Friends may call from 1:00 PM Friday until time of services at 2:00 PM in Foster Funeral Home and Crematory, 410 Main St., Huron, with Chaplain Jane-Ann Clarke officiating. Burial will be in Meadow Green Memorial Park.  Memorials may be made to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870. Online condolences may be share with the family at www.fosterfh.com.

VIRGINIA T. SULLIVAN

Virginia T. Sullivan, age 87, of Huron, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2014, died at the Inn at Joshua Tree in North Olmsted, following a lengthy illness.

She was born Sept. 18, 1927, in Kansas City, Missouri, and was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church in Huron.  She is survived by 2 daughters, Laureen (Owen) Coughlin of Olmsted Township, and Mary Sullivan of Huron; 2 sons, Peter (Becky) Sullivan of Wichita, Kansas, and Robert Sullivan of Littleton, Colorado; 7 grandchildren; 2 sisters and 1 brother.  Virginia was preceded in death by her husband Robert Sullivan in 2001; her parents and one brother.

Friends may call from 5-8 PM Sunday, September 28, 2014, in the Foster Funeral Home and Crematory, 410 Main St., Huron. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, Sept. 29, 2014 in St. Peter Catholic Church, 430 Main St., Huron, with the Rev. Jeff McBeth officiating. Cremation will follow.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Peter Catholic Church, Huron. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.foster fh.com.