‘Pink Out’ at Huron Memorial Stadium on October 10

For the past 26 years, October has been designated as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM).  During this month, a variety of national public service organizations, professional medical associations, and government agencies work together to promote breast cancer awareness, share information on the disease, and provide greater access to services.  For the sixth consecutive year, the National Football League and NFL Players Association have teamed up with the American Cancer Society to support NBCAM.  The NFL’s initiative, called “A Crucial Catch: Annual Screening Saves Lives,” reminds women 40 and older about the importance of having an annual mammogram.  To date, the NFL’s initiative has raised more than $3 million for the American Cancer Society, with the majority of the donations coming from the sale of pink items at retail and on the NFL Auction.  For the past three years, money raised through A Crucial Catch has supported the American Cancer Society’s Community Health Advocates National Grants for Empowerment (CHANGE) program.  American Cancer Society CHANGE Grants, have educated 72,000 women on the benefits and importance of breast cancer screening with more than 10,000 free or low-cost screenings performed.

In an effort to garner further support for A Crucial Catch, the NFL has invited local communities to get involved.  The Huron Tigers football team has once again taken up the call.  To show solidarity in the fight against breast cancer and all cancers in general, the Huron Football team is sponsoring a ‘Pink Out’ at their home game against Margaretta on October 10.  Pink items will be worn by the football players, cheerleaders, and band members.  All those in attendance will also have the opportunity to join the efforts.  Pat O'Brien Chevrolet in Norwalk has donated 150 pink t-shirts that have been created for the event.  These shirts are available for sale for $10 each.  The shirts are available by ordering them through Lucky Stone Promotions.  Orders are due by October 6 to guarantee your order.  Orders can be placed by visiting Lucky Stone at 607 South Main Street.  Alternately, questions can be directed to Jenny Hagy at jenny@luckystonepromotions.com.  All money raised through the sale of the t-shirts will go directly to the American Cancer Society. 

Remember to wear pink to the Huron football game on October 10 to help ‘Pink Out’ the stadium.  In doing so, you will be supporting a worthy cause.

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.