This week, 7 from Roaming Shores attended the 2011 Fall OLCA Meeting at Candlewood Lake in Mt. Gilead, Ohio. Those who attended were Gary Phillips, Pat Sowry, Jen Addair, Dave Schuster, Rick & Janice Rumbaugh, and Al Ludke.
There, the attendees had the opportunity to meet with representatives of other lake communities in Ohio and learn more about their communities.
Topics of discussion at this Fall's meeting included discussing security in the community and on the lake, revenue sources and savings, and working with outside agencies to gain cooperation from upstream neighbors.
It was a great learning experience for all who attended. Candlewood Lake was a very good host and they have a very beautiful lake. Below are pictures taken at the meeting. Unfortunately, the Lake Tour had to be canceled due to the weather.
The RRA Office will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday (Sept 28th & 29th) for the OLCA Fall Meeting. We will return on Friday. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Smoke Testing of Waste Water Collection System
Updated on: September 24, 2011
From the Village of Roaming Shores:
Attention: Smoke Testing Underway
The Village will be smoke testing its waste water collection system throughout September and October in order to identify breaks, which can be the source of inflow and infiltration.
The purpose of this exercise is to identify locations where small and big cracks, complete collapses or, possibly, illegal connections may exist in the sanitary sewer collection system.
Block by block, street by street, in roughly 200 yard sections the sewer lines in different neighborhoods will be temporarily plugged and then filled with harmless smoke, which will hopefully rise through the ground and identify the location of a breach for point repairs.
While rare, some homes may experience smoke exiting from sink and bath drains. Do not be alarmed. The smoke, again, is harmless and will dissipate quickly.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Vic Virmala, utility department superintendent, at 474-2302 or Kevin Grippi, administrator, at 563-5083.
RRA Winter Hours
Posted on: September 18, 2011
Please note: The RRA Office is now on its Winter Hours. The office is now open Wednesday - Saturday, 8am - 6pm.
Thank you!
Cardboard Boat Races
Updated on: September 16, 2011
On September 3rd, the 2nd Annual Cardboard Boat Races were held at Beach 1. The event was hosted by the Promotion Club. There were 8 boats that entered the race. The participants were:
Jack Eggleston
Tori Wills
Madison Sagerman
Alec Houston
Andrew Sagerman
Gabby Sagerman
Zac Geiger
Emma Houston
Ian Houston
Aidan Houston
Rachel Schulze
Sydni Samsa
Allie Holmes
Jocelyn Redmond
A great time was had by all! A big thanks to the Rome Drown Team for coming out to the event and making sure everyone was safe!
This Fall's OLCA Meeting will take place on September 28th and 29th at Candlewood Lake in Mr. Gilead, OH. Topics of discussion at this year's meeting include Security, Revenue Sources & Saving, Reimbursement of Tax Dollars, Working with Outside Agencies to Gain Cooperation from your Upstream
Neighbors, and HOA Governance: Problems and Pitfalls.
For directions, prices, and other details about this meeting, please click here.
Quilt Raffle
Posted on: September 6, 2011
The drawing for the Quilters Guild's Quilt Raffle was held on Labor Day. The winner was Joe Petraus. Congratulations, Joe!
Concession Stand Sale
Posted on: Sept. 2, 2011
The Concession Stand will be having its End of the Season sale this weekend!
Saturday: $1.00
Sunday: $0.75
Monday (Labor Day): $0.50
September 5th (Labor Day) is also the last day the pools will be open.
Vacant Lots For Sale by RRA
Updated on: August 18, 2011
RRA lots for sale now will be advertised outside of the Association. For a limited time the price to members in good standing remains at $4,000 with the price for non-RRA members set at $6,000.
RRA OFF LAKE LOTS FOR SALE, $4,000 EACH TO MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING; $6,000 EACH TO NON-MEMBERS.
RRA members pay $555 yearly in Dues & Assessments for their first vacant lot. Existing RRA members then pay $235 yearly in D & A for each of their extra lots.
Members' second lots, once consolidated to their first lot, are only charged $60 for the yearly dues.
All brand new RRA Members pay a one-time-only New Member Impact Fee of $500.
RRA pools and concession stand close for the 2011 season Labor Day Evening.
Season ending sale at concession stand Sept. 3rd, 4th, & 5th.
Dollar Dog Days
Posted on: August 18, 2011
From now until Labor Day, hotdogs at the Concession Stand are on sale for just
$1! Come on down and enjoy these last days of summer before school starts by the pool and be sure to stop by the Concession Stand for this awesome deal!
Selected Birds of Roaming Shores
Posted on: August 16, 2011
Steve Macintyre has shared with us a collection of selected birds in Roaming Shores. To view it, please click on the album below. The birds are displayed in alphabetical order and are
labeled.
(Please note: These are selected pictures and do not include all species seen out here (eg crows, robins, grackles, blackbirds and some other common species). Also, if any viewers find a mistake in identification, please have them let
Steve know.)
Friends and Neighbors Pot Luck
Posted on: August 16, 2011
Please come to the Friends & Neighbors Pot Luck Dinner this Friday, August 19th! If you like to have fun, you are guaranteed a good time.
We’ll be serving kielbasa with all the fixins, there will be music, and we’ll even have some corn-hole games later for you competitive types!
If you haven’t been to a Pot Luck Dinner before, at 6:00 people start arriving for a “social” (BYOB)… At 7:00, the dinner begins. You’ll need to bring a covered dish to share, your own plates, utensils, napkins, cups…..Decaf coffee will be available (and we always have yummy desserts)
Adults $4, Kids $2, itty bitty kids FREE. So it’s a thrifty evening of fun! And we love that! See you Friday at the Clubhouse!
Colette & Bob Gregory and Edwina & Gary Stamm
Does anyone have a karaoke machine we could use for 2 hours Friday night? If so, please call Colette @ 563-3680
Donald C. Petrie of Rome, Ohio, formerly of Toledo, Ohio, passed away August 10th, 2011, at Ashtabula County Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born November 22, 1922, the son of Charles and Ada Petrie and was the loving husband of Leona (Hanrahan) for 14 years. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Lorraine; brother in-law, Duke Reilly and step son, Patrick Hanrahan. He is survived by his sisters, Marilyn Reilly and Arlene (Jack) Florian. He is also survived by his children: Laura (Michael) Berkowitz, Linda, Charles, Joel (Susan), John (Alice), Michael (Joyce), Matthew (Carolyn) and Robert (Andrea). He is also survived by 18 grand children, 5 great-grand children, 5 step children and 19 step grandchildren. Don was a WWII Army veteran who was awarded the Bronze Star for heroism in the Battle of the Bulge. He was the owner of Petrie Plumbing and Heating until his retirement and lived in Toledo until 1997. Don and Leona spent their summers in Roaming Shores, Ohio and winters in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. His greatest joys were his faith, his family, travel, reading and golf. Don had a zest for life and lived every day to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Friends may visit at the Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S Reynolds Rd. Toledo Ohio 43614; on Friday, August 12, 2011, from 2-8 p.m. where a scripture service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will begin in the mortuary on Saturday, August 13, 2011, at 9:30 a.m. followed by the funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers a charitable contribution to Little Sisters of the Poor. Please view and sign the on-line guest registry at CoyleFuneralHome.com.
Stolen Motorcycle
Posted on: August 12, 2011
A 1975 Harley Davidson Z-90 Road Bike has been stolen in Roaming Shores. If you have any information on the this bike, please call Marilyn Morris (440) 563-3055 or (440) 563-1653 (cell).
Dredging Project Informational Meeting
Posted on: August 9, 2011
The Lake Management Committee will be hosting a Dredging Project Informational Meeting of Thursday, August 11th @ 7:00pm in the Clubhouse.
The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss with the membership the dredging of Lake Roaming Rock.
Members are welcome to come out for a Q & A session with Steve Miller of Ellicot Dredge.
ROAMING SHORES — John E. Fogarty, age 75, of Roaming Shores, formerly of West Park, Ohio, passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, with his family by his side.
He was born August 28, 1935, to Madeline and William Fogarty of Cleveland, Ohio. He attended John Marshall High School and married his sweetheart, Ruth Keary Fogarty.
He worked and retired from Ohio Bell and AT&T. John moved to Roaming Shores in 1984 and was an active member of the Roaming Shores Association, serving as Association President and on the Board of Directors.
He is survived by his son, James Fogarty of Roaming Shores; daughter, Karen Callahan of Cleveland; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his beloved wife, Ruth; and beloved son, John E. Fogarty.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 9th, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 3049 State Rt. 45, Rock Creek, Ohio, with the Rev. G. David Weikart presiding. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Cleveland, Ohio.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, August 8th, at PAINE-GUERRIERO FUNERAL HOME, 3119 W. Water St., Rock Creek, Ohio.
On June 29, 2011, Andy passed peacefully holding the hand of his lifelong love and wife of 55 years, Jo Ann. Andy fought a courageous 6 year battle with lung cancer. Born on September 2, 1935 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the only child of Josephine Macek Klavora Allen, now 98, residing in Palm Desert, Calif. He and Jo Ann were high school sweethearts and married on October 29, 1955. He attended Collinwood High School and John Carroll University. Andy worked at Acme Cleveland/Cleveland Twist Drill Corp for almost 25 years and in 1979 was transferred to California as Director of Operations for Nobur Manufacturing. He went on to open Simi Tools and Repairs in Simi Valley, Calif., which he owned ten years. Along with his career, Andy believed in giving back and served as a Cubmaster, Scoutmaster and Little League coach. He also was Chairman of the Automotive Division of the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce, Business Person of the Year in 1990, Chairman of Simi Valley Days and President of the Simi Valley Historical Society in 1995-1996. He retired and the Maceks moved to Palm Desert in 1999. He became involved with the 222 Club also the Joslyn Senior Center, serving many years on the board and eventually President. He had a passion for classic cars and enjoyed car club events, especially the Classic Thunderbird Club of Palm Springs, along with golf and boating. He was also a Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus and belonged to Sacred Heart Parish. Through his long battle with cancer, Andy never lost his sense of humor or zest for life and his smile always revealed those big dimples.
Andy and Jo Ann first moved to Roaming Shores in 2002 buying a house on Western Star Court. Three years later they moved to Lake View Drive where they enjoyed visiting their family each summer and cruising up and down the lake on Andy’s new pontoon boat. They also took 1st place in the First July 4th house decorating contest.
Andy joined the Roaming Shores Lake Patrol Committee a few years ago and became instrumental to the development of the boat ramp gate by the marina. Unfortunately, due to his illness, Andy could not travel back to Roaming Shores for the last two summers.
He is survived by his wife, Jo Ann; his son, Andrew; and his daughter, Valerie Eybsen; grandchildren, Michael, Christopher, Frank, Joyce, Olivia; and great grandchildren, Christopher and Jenna. The dedication of Dr. Davood Vafai and his staff will never be forgotten. We are also grateful for the comforting care provided by the staff of Odyssey Hospice and care givers at Desert Valley Premiere Eldercare. Immediate arrangements were private per his wishes and the celebration he wanted will be held in the fall. Donations in his memory may be sent to the Humane Society of the Desert, 17825 N. Indian Ave., N. Palm Springs, CA. 92211, or to Joslyn Senior Center.
Promotion Club Dance Party
Posted on: July 15, 2011
The Promotion Club will be having a Dance party on August 27th from 7pm to 10pm at the Clubhouse.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from Promotion Club members or by calling 440-563-5776. Ticket cost covers the dance and appetizers throughout the evening.
This year, the band for the evening is The Kingpins. They are a rock & roll cover band doing primarily 50’s & 60’s, but are expanding their repertoire to include more of what is considered classic rock and blues. They have over 120 years experience between them, having all been in bands since their high school days.
A good time was had by all at the Roaming Shores Tennis Tournament. Here are the First Place results:
Men's Singles: Alex Hurtuk Women's Singles: Michelle Knight Mixed Double: Jim and Phyllis Waud 14 and under Singles: Nathaniel Tomm
These players all received a $25 gift certificate for service from Rockpoint Marina, JJ's Pro Repair Clinic, Inc. or Hook's Truck Service and Towing. We appreciate the generosity of these businesses.
Lost Dog -- Update
Updated on: July 11, 2011
We are happy to report that Duncan, the Labradoodle that was lost during the Fireworks show, has been found!
The owners, the Schmiedickers would like to thank the Community for all their thoughts and efforts
that helped bring him home!
Roaming Shores 45th Anniversary!
Posted on: July 6, 2011
The Fourth of July weekend has come and gone. We hope everyone who came out for the 45th Anniversary Celebration and the Fireworks had a great time!
The weekend was very eventfully with tons of people coming out to watch and participate in the Kids Fishing Tournament, The Sand Castle Building Contest, The Tennis Tournament, The Volley Ball Tournament, The Card Games, The Kids Games, The Chinese Auction, The Free Hotdogs, and of course, the Annual Roaming Shores Fireworks Show!!
What a weekend! A big THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the 45th Anniversary Celebration and the Fireworks a success! Please see the Photo Album and Video below to see pictures of the events of this past weekend.
There are 17 entrants in the tennis tournament and the play promises to be exciting!
8:00 AM:
9:30 AM:
1) Alesa Knight/Kayla Spowe vs. Joe and Kelley Eardley (Mixed Doubles)
2) Michelle Knight vs. Danielle Eardley (Women's Singles Finals)
3) Richard Tomm vs. Sam Schiferl (Men's Singles)
4) Alex Hurtuk vs. Zachary Mecci (Men's Singles)
11:00 AM:
12:30 PM:
5) Michelle and Jeff Knight vs winner of match #1 above (Mixed Doubles)
6) Steve Berris vs. winner of match #3 above (Men's Singles)
7) Jeramy Bordeau vs. winner of match #3 above (Men's Singles)
8) Steve Berris/Danielle Eardley vs. Jim and Phyllis Waud (Mixed Doubles)
2:00 PM
3:30 PM
Mixed Doubles Finals
Nathaniel Tomm vs. Sharyn Tomm (14 and under finals)
Men's Singles Finals
Times will vary if courts clear early.
Quilt Raffle
Posted on: June 29, 2011
The Quilters Guild is raffling off a quilt now through Labor Day. Tickets are available to purchase at the Village Hall and during the 45th Anniversary Celebration.
There is still time to sign-up to be included in the House Decorating Contest and Boat Parade during the 45th Anniversary
Just call the office (563-3170) to sign up or send us an email.
The prize for the best house will receive a
$50 Home Depot Gift Card. The prize for best boat during the boat parade will be a
Free Boat Decal for next year!
This year, Roaming Shores is turning 45, and the celebration is about to begin! The 45th Anniversary Celebration will go from July 1st – 3rd. There will be lots of fun events and games going on all weekend for Association members, family, and friends! Click the articles below for more info!
It looks like the Osprey is still hanging around town, as captured by Steve Macintyre on Sunday (June 27). He adds that this is "two weeks later than year, maybe he has checked out of a motel and into an apartment". Hopefully so as it is always great to see these birds so far north enjoying fishing at Lake Roaming Rock!
The Concession Stand is now open 7 days a week from 12pm to 6pm. For your convenience, we have posted the 2011 menu for the Concession Stand. Thank you for you patronage!
RRA Members are strongly encouraged to sign up for the RRA Weekly & Fast Blast Email subscriber list. Storms, meeting changes, important events, all kinds of tips and items are missing your inbox until you do! Sign-up form is located on the right-hand side of this Webpage.
Please Note:
Posted on: June 17, 2011
RRA Members may recall that all non-powered watercraft were excused from future RRA decal requirements so that our Boat Patrol could concentrate on the motorized craft. Dozens of citations have been issued in just the first three weekends so a word to the wise: GET YOUR DECALS & NUMBERS UP TO DATE. IF YOU SELL YOUR CRAFT, TAKE YOUR LOT NUMBERS & DECALS OFF. GET THE RULES, KNOW THE RULES, FOLLOW THE RULES. WE NEED YOU TO BE SAFE OUT THERE!
Rockpoint Marina has generously donated a pair of water skis to be raffled off at the 45th Anniversary Celebration.
Tickets will be $1.00 or 6 for $5.00.
The drawing will be at 6:30pm on Saturday, July 2nd. Winner need not be present.
Bear Sighting in Roaming Shores
Posted on: June 13th, 2011
A black bear has been spotted in Roaming Shores. If you spot a bear, please contact the police. Do not go near or try to feed the bears. As a precaution, take down your bird feeders.
Pictures courtesy of Norm and Kelly Schindler on Sugar Creek Dr.
A fun tournament will be held at the Clubhouse on Saturday, July 2nd, from 9:30am-? for Shores residents and their guests. Please sign up now if you would like to participate so we can determine age/sex/doubles/singles categories. Cost is $3 per person.
Entries must be received by June 27th.
To enter, please contact Ann Byrne. She can be reached by phone: 563-5926, email:
granann6@gmail.com, or by mail: 390 Jefferson Point, Roaming Shores, OH 44084.
Please include the following information:
Name:
Address:
City/Zip:
Phone:
Age:
Male or Female:
Doubles:
Partner's Name:
Singles:
RRA in the Memorial Day Parade
Posted on: June 13th, 2011
The RRA honored Veterans during the Memorial Day Parade in Rock Creek.
RRA Office Open Again
Posted on: June 9th, 2011
The RRA Office is once again open 7 days a week from 9am-5pm. All repairs have been made to the building since the severe storms that rolled through the area earlier this week.
Joint Meeting on 6/14/2011
Posted on: June 8, 2011
There will be a joint meeting of the RRA Board of Directors and the RSV Council on June 14th @7PM at the Village Hall.
Topics of Discussion:
Law enforcement issues with Village and Association
Safety Issues
Stop signs
Golf Carts
Safety Forces Appreciation Day
Vision 20/20 study
Transfer of roads to Village
Take Back Program
Operation of the Valve in the dam
RRA Office Closed
Posted on: June 8th, 2011
Due to the severe storms that rolled through the area this week, the RRA Office is closed until further notice due to storm damage. We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Rock Creek Ox Roast
Posted on: June 6, 2011
This weekend (June 10th-12th) is the Annual Ox Roast at the Morgan Hose Volunteer Fire Dept. in Rock Creek.
There will be many activies throughout the weekend. For details, see the flier.
On June 18th, the Promotion Club will be sponsoring the Annual Roaming Shores Garage Sale from 9am - 4pm. Signs are available at the office for those who are participating.
Please park on one side of the Road.
Lake Management Committee Meeting
Posted on: June 2, 2011
There will be a Lake Management Committee Meeting in the Clubhouse on June 8th @ 7:30pm.
Spring OLCA Meeting
Posted on: June 2, 2011
Last Week, RRA General Manager Gary Phillips, RRA Community
Coordinator Jen Bunce, Board Director Bob Sobczak and his wife Karen, along with Lake Management Committee Chairman Dave Schuster attended the Spring OLCA meeting at Cinnamon Lake in West Salem, Ohio.
There, members of various other private lake communities met to learn and discuss various issues and topics the affect
their lakes. Below is an album of pictures from the event.
Unfortunately, due to bad weather, the lake tour was cancelled.
The Village of Roaming Shores will be having a dedication for their New Village Hall. If you would be interested in attending, please see the invitation below.
What better thing to see on the Lake on Memorial Day than our nation's symbol, the bald eagle. Thank you, Steve Macintyre, for again sharing with us such wonderful pictures.
Rock Creek will be having a Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 30th. The Parade begins at 8:15am. The Parade Route will be: WEST on High Street., then SOUTH on RT 45 through town (with a brief stop at Rock Creek Park to honor USN, CG, and Merchant Marine Vets) and finally WEST on Stiles Ave. in the cemetery.
Due to the recent storms, a log has become jammed in the concrete vault that houses the valve in the Roaming Shores dam. The drain valve is inoperable.
Because of this, lake levels will be higher than normal. If you see the high water lights on, the entire lake is NO WAKE.
We thank you for your understanding while this problem is being resolved.
Please Note: Workshops
Posted on: May 23, 2011
Beginning next month, the RRA Board of Directors will be having their Monthly Workshops on the 1st Thursday of the Month at 7:30pm at the Village Hall, unless noted otherwise.
Bald Eagles
Posted on: May 4th, 2011
Steve Macintyre again shares with us some fantastic pictures that he has taken of one of the bald eagles that also enjoys fishing on our lake. These pictures were taken this past weekend. Thanks as always, Steve, for sharing these wonderful pictures with us.
Click on the album below to see the entire collection.
The RRA Annual Meeting took place on April 30th of 2011. Those who attended learned about the work the RRA has done in the past year and plans for 2011. Visitors also
received overviews from each of the Association's Clubs. The results of the 2011 Board of Directors Election were also stated. Gary Stamm was re-elected with Rick Rumbaugh joining the Board. Refreshments were provided by the RRA with pizza from Paradise Bay.
Brand new RRA members pay $555 yearly in Dues & Assessments for their first vacant lot.
Existing RRA members then pay $235 yearly in D & A for their extra lots.
Members’ second lots, consolidated to their first lot, are only charged $60 for yearly dues.
First Osprey Sighting of 2011
Posted on: April 27th, 2011
Steve Macintyre shares with us the first photo of an Osprey he has captured this year. Maybe it's the same one that visited our lake last year? Either way, it's great to see these birds this far north. Thanks, Steve!
High Water - No Wake Lights
Posted on: April 25th, 2011
With all of the rain we have been having recently, you may have noticed the flashing lights on top of the Beach 2 Pool Building, another on top of the Clubhouse, and a third at the Boat Ramp.
These are High Water - No Wake Signal Lights. They were installed on Lake Roaming Rock last year. These lights will be lit when the lake level reaches 16 inches above normal lake levels. When lit, the entire lake is to be NO WAKE. High water levels and irresponsible watercraft operators equals erosion damage and items swept off members docks & seawalls.
Thank you for your understanding and adhering to the new High Water Signal Lights.
Victory Gardens
Posted on: April 22, 2011
This year, the RomeRock Association will be allowing its members use of specified RL Lots on the east and west sides of the lake to plant community vegetable gardens, Victory Gardens.
For those interested in planting these gardens, you will be on your own to care for them. This includes all maintenance and setup of the gardens.
To participate, or if you have any questions, please contact the office (563-3170), Ed Baitt (563-3377), or Al Rubosky (563-5608).
New Lake Management Article Posted
Posted on: April 20, 2011
The Lake Management Committee has posted a new article to their webpage.
You may view it by clicking the above link or visiting the Lake Management Page.
2011 Annual Clean-Up Day
Posted on: April 13, 2011
ROAMING SHORES
ANNUAL SPRING CLEAN UP DAY
Saturday, May 7th
8:00AM to Noon
Please bring your “UN-USABLES”
To Roaming Shores Clubhouse Parking Lot
Items not accepted refrigerators & air conditioners with freon
Automobile tires, oil and paint
The Old Maintenance Building
Posted on: April 6, 2011
Some have questioned the Association’s need to expand out of our nearly 45 year old pole barn. Though repainted and reroofed in the past several years, we thought we would give members a look inside. Remember, six vehicles, a backhoe and much equipment has ALREADY been removed to the new building. The 2010 RRA Board of Directors voted to build the new building, planned for about 12 years, using existing funds, requiring
NO NEW BORROWING!
This past weekend was the Polar Bear Club's annual Polar Bear Plunge! If you took any pictures of the event,
send them in and we'll upload them to our photo album.
CHARDON — Rupert William Harris III, age 89, of Roaming Shores, Ohio, sadly passed away Sunday, March 20, 2011, at Geauga Medical Center, surrounded by his family.
He was born July 4, 1921, in Ashtabula, Ohio, to Rupert W. Harris II and Dorothy Isabel Covell Harris. Raised in New Castle, Pa., he graduated from New Castle High School in 1940. On January 15, 1942, at the Epworth Methodist Church, he married Katherine Buchanan, who survives him.
Rupe was a World War II Veteran and served his country aboard the submarine USS Halibut (SS-232). He retired as a tool room General Foreman from Packard Electric in 1983.
Active in many areas, he was a sixty-four year member of the Lodge of the Craft Westminster No. 433; a past Master of The Grand Chapter of the Royal Arch Masons of Ohio, Mahoning Chapter No. 10, Warren, Ohio; member of ARRL, the National Association for Amateur Radio; past Commodore and longtime member of the Ashtabula Yacht Club; and past Commodore, 9th Eastern Region of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary.
After moving to Roaming Shores, Rupe took on a working role on both the Lake Management and Lake Safety Committees. He was also instrumental in starting Boating Safety classes at The Shores.
Rupe always looked forward to the ROMEO (Retired Old Men Eating Out) breakfasts on Wednesday mornings. His hobbies included ham radio and woodworking. Most of all, he enjoyed boating with his family. The Katherine L. (his boat) cruised thousands of miles on the Great Lakes, Canadian waterways and the Erie Canal.
In addition to his wife Katherine, he is also survived by three children: Judy Ann Henry (James, deceased) of Solsberry, Ind., Rupert W. Harris IV (Peggy) of Boardman and Janet Louise Shaffer (John) of Roaming Shores; one brother, Thomas (Lois) of Indiana, Pa.; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were a brother, Donald, and sister, Dorothy.
A Memorial Service officiated by his brother, Thomas Harris, will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 30th, at PAINE-GUERRIERO FUNERAL HOME, 140 E. Main St., Orwell. Concluded with U.S. Navy Honors.
Calling Hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 29th, at the Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions may be sent in Rupe’s name to the Rock Creek Library, P.O. Box 297, Rock Creek, Ohio 44084.
This picture was captured by Dick Wills who adds, "These guys come around in the fall flying south and again in the spring flying north. They stay here a week or two and then move on". Thank you for sharing! If you have a picture you would like to submit for the website email Jen Bunce at
IT@roamingshores.org.
Roaming Shores Florida Winter Luncheon, 3/3/11
Posted on: March 15th, 2011Submitted by: Tom O'Keefe
On March 3rd the water on Charlotte Harbor was choppy, the sun was beaming, and it was a nice 80F in Florida. Twenty Seven Roaming Shores Residences and Alumni attended the Luncheon at Benedetto’s in Punta Gorda, Florida. The group included
Al & Dee Russo, Jerry & Peggy Tenhover, Gene & Darla Knipper, Tom & Val O’Keefe, Keith & Connie Eldridge, Anita Manners, Joanne Leach, Ray & Carol Hertz, Bud & Carolyn Tharp, Keith & Janice Baker, Bob & Barb Berndt, Pat & Sally Flash, Jerry & Martha Jarrett, and Wally & Mary Posiadala. The food was good, but the camaraderie was even better. We invite all Roaming Shores residence, Friends and Alumni to attend. The next one will be in Fall 2011. If you are to be in the Florida area & interested, please send your email address to Tom O’Keefe at
tpokeefe01@msn.com. Or call @440-812-8010. He will send you a notice of the time & place for the next luncheon.
ROAMING SHORES
45TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
WE NEED YOU!
Friends and neighbors of the Shores,
The first meeting of the 45th Roaming Shores Anniversary Celebration Committee was held on Feb. 28th. Chairman Mr. Ed Baitt led the meeting of 9
attendees. They discussed everything from hot dogs to T-shirts and all got to see the slide show from the last successful anniversary party 5 yrs. ago. It was fun to see some of the kids that attended that one and how they have grown. Of course, all the adults look today as they did then!
The attendees received an agenda for the weekend of July 1,2,& 3, 2011. It shows 28 TOTAL EVENTS that are being overseen by only 4 individuals as it stands now. This does not include a sumptuous Saturday breakfast and a substantial Sunday dinner.
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT TO MAKE THE 45th CELEBRATION A BIG SUCCESS.
This includes financial contributions and physical help as well. The events are as follows:
Friday - open bar, 50/50 raffle, free hot dogs, Chinese auction
Sunday - classic cars, dinner, boat line up, boat judging, awards for misc. events, Chinese Auction Drawing, 50/50 raffle.
There also will be many miscellaneous events for kids and attractions for adults.
THE NEXT ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION MEETINGS WILL BE ON MARCH 28th and APRIL 25th, 2011 AT THE CLUBHOUSE AT 7 PM. REFER TO THE "roamingshores.org" SITE FOR MORE INFO and CALL THE OFFICE (JEN) AT 563-3170 IF YOU WANT TO VOLUNTEER. STAY TUNED.
JOIN IN THE FUN !!!!!
NEXT UPDATE ON APRIL 1ST
THANK YOU
Early Bird Drawing #10 (March 10th, 2011)
Posted on: March 10th, 2011
The winner of the tenth and final early bird contest for 2011 and recipient of $50 is Ryan Milo (Lot 2487.3)!
Special Council Meeting for March 9th
Posted on: March 8th, 2011
Please note: There will be a Special Council Meeting on Wednesday, March 9th @
6:30pm at the RSV Hall. The agenda will be:
Hiring a Village Solicitor
Accepting the Bid for the Demolition of the “Old” Village Hall
Utility Infrastructure Demonstration : Jim Bentley
Early Bird Drawing #9 (March 4th, 2011)
Posted on: March 5th, 2011
The winner of the ninth early bird contest and recipient of $100 is John Cady (Lot 1726)!
Next Lake Management Meeting
Beginning March 10th, 2011, Lake Management Committee meetings
will take place in the Village Hall at 7:00pm. Future Lake
Management meetings will take place on the 2nd Thursday of
each month at 7:00pm in the Village Hall.
2011 Polar Bear Plunge
Posted on: March 1st, 2011
The Polar Bear Plunge will be here before you know it (March 19th, in fact)! If you are interested in taking the Plunge or would like more information about the Polar Bear Club, please check out the
Polar Bear Club's Webpage.
Will these warmer temperatures last for our brave jumpers? Check out these pictures taken last year. The first was taken during the Polar Bear Plunge.
And then just 4 days after!
Quite the turnaround! I can imagine our jumpers this year are hoping for the latter...
Early Bird Drawing #8 (Feb 24th, 2011)
Posted on: Feb 25th, 2011
The winner of the eighth early bird contest and recipient of $150 is Nick Vavpetic (Lot 1042)!
45th Anniversary Committee
Reposted on: Feb 22nd, 2011
The time has come to start planning for the Roaming Shores 45th Anniversary. There will be a meeting at the clubhouse on
February 28th @ 7:00pm. Please consider volunteering for this event. Every little bit helps!
Early Bird Drawing #7 (Feb 17th, 2011)
Posted on: February 18th, 2011
The winner of the seventh early bird contest and recipient of $200 is DDG&R LLC (Lot 1039)!
Early Bird Drawing #6 (Feb 10th, 2011)
Posted on: February 11th, 2011
The winner of the sixth early bird contest and recipient of $250 is Patrick Callahan (Lot 2567)!
Early Bird Drawing #5 (Feb 3rd, 2011)
Posted on: February 4th, 2011
The winner of the fifth early bird contest and recipient of $300 is Peter Mogyordy (Lot 2521)!
Lake Siphon Committee
Posted on: January 28th, 2011
The Lake Siphon Committee will be having a meeting on Thursday,
February 3rd at the Clubhouse. This meeting will start at 6:30pm.
Early Bird Drawing #4 (Jan 27th, 2011)
Posted on: January 28th, 2011
The winner of the fourth early bird contest and recipient of $350 is Michael Cain (Lot 1751)!
The Ohio Lake Communities Association (OLCA) has
just released the Winter 2011 issue of their Member Newsletter. To read this newsletter, please check out the
OLCA Webpage or
Click here.
Ms. Jennifer Bunce joined the RomeRock Association staff on March 10, 2010 as a part time trial employee.
Since that time she has become both RRA & RSV Webmaster, serves as RRA Marketing Representative, provides in-house computer services for both the Association & Village; and with the fall retirement of 14 year veteran Barb Berndt, added Office Assistant to her growing list of duties.
She serves as RRA clubs liaison and stands ready to help them with website & newspaper publicity, scheduling, printed flyers and more. Jen is also in charge of the display kiosks at each of the swimming pool areas.
Her creations also include the fast blast email alert system, weekly web newsletter and an RRA community directory. Jen also this year sold all of the advertising for and completely designed the 2011 paper RRA calendar and is now working on selling and designing all the advertisements for the backside of the 2011, 45th Anniversary Edition of the Lake Roaming Rock Maps.
In light of all this and to mark her first year of service, the Board of Directors and I have promoted Jennifer to a newly created position of RomeRock Community Coordinator.
This new position will still include all of Jen’s former duties and also entails watching over the use of the clubhouse, issuance of membership cards, assigning boat decals, trailer decals, ramp gate fobs and more. Jen will also monitor all member citations and arrange the monthly Board of Review meetings as needed.
Please join with us in congratulating Jen and wishing her good luck and much success in her new position!
Maj. Michael S. Evarts, age 41, of Concord Township, a U.S. Army veteran, passed away Jan. 17, 2011, in Tikrit, Iraq.
He was born Nov. 21, 1969, in Cleveland.
Mr. Evarts was a pharmaceutical sales specialist for Schering- Plough Pharmaceuticals. He was also a 17-year member of the U.S. Army as a reservist who had been called to serve his country on two separate deployments. Maj. Evarts served as an executive officer with the 256th combat support hospital in Iraq, working during Operation New Dawn.
Survivors are his wife, Monique (Telencio) Evarts of Concord Township; two children, Zachary and Lukas Evarts; parents, Bill and Marylyn Evarts of Mooreland Hills; brother, Daniel (Tray) Evarts of Hingham, Mass.; sister, Paisley (Stephan) Frishholz of Avon, Colo., and mother and father-in-law, Myron and Donna Telencio. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and other family members. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord Township.
The family will receive friends 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 3 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Brunner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor. Interment will be at Mentor Cemetery in Mentor.
In lieu of flowers and other heartfelt offerings, contributions may be made to the "Major Michael S. Evarts Memorial & Boys Trust," 60 W. Southington Ave., Worthington, OH 43085. The online obituary is at www.brunners.com.
The Association takes summer employment applications year round. For 2011 new hires for gate guard will start at $8; maintenance $9; and boat patrol $15. The selection of qualified persons depends on sincerity, dependability, competence for the position, temperament, compatibility, ability to work any hours including weekends, nights and holidays and local references. A driver's license with good record is required, boating experience and safety training is a must for boat patrol (preferably on Lake Roaming Rock). Association members may receive first preference at open positions depending on the pool of qualified applicants
The article was written by Marty Hilovsky of EnviroScience. The article is regarding Dissolved Oxygen. You can check it out on the LMC webpage or by
clicking here.
ASHTABULA, OHIO (December 12, 2011) – As of 7:15 P.M. December 12, Ohio American Water’s (OAW) Ashtabula District has lifted the precautionary boil water advisory for OAW customers in the City of Ashtabula and North Kingsville and Ashtabula, Kingsville and Plymouth Townships. The advisory is also lifted for districts serviced by OAW including Aqua Ohio which serves customers in the Villages of Jefferson and Roaming Shores and the Ashtabula County Water System as well as Geneva, Geneva on the lake and the Village Rock Creek.
Customers can call our Customer Service Center at 1-800-673-5999 if they have any questions.
The precautionary boil advisory was issued because of elevated turbidity levels (cloudiness) and bacteria that could be present. Crews have resolved the issues and multiple samples over the past several hours have been within acceptable parameters.
When turbidity levels reach certain levels, the Ohio EPA requires a water utility to issue a precautionary boil advisory. Turbidity has no health effects. However, turbidity can interfere with disinfection and provide a medium for microbial growth. Turbidity may indicate the presence of disease causing organisms. These organisms include bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause symptoms such as nausea, cramps, diarrhea and associated headaches.
Boil Advisory Issued for Ohio American Water Customers in Ashtabula County Approximately 22,000 customers affected in the area of Ashtabula County, Ohio
ASHTABULA, OHIO (December 11, 2011) - Ohio American Water's (OAW) Ashtabula District has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for OAW customers in the City of Ashtabula and North Kingsville and Ashtabula,
Kingsville and Plymouth Townships. In addition, OAW provides to Aqua
Ohio which serves customers in the Villages of Jefferson and Roaming Shores and the Ashtabula County Water System as well as Geneva, Geneva on the lake and the Village Rock Creek.
The precautionary boil advisory is being issued because of elevated turbidity levels (cloudiness) and bacteria that could be present. Crews will be working continuously to resolve the issue.
Please observe the follow notices regarding regulations in Roaming Shores. These are important to follow,
especially now while our maintenance crew is plowing the roadways.
RSV has a regulation against plowing snow out into or across the roadways.
RRA has a regulation against parking more than 24 hours on RRA-owned right-of-ways & roadside berms.
For the month of December, there will be NO Workshop. There will also be no Association Board Meeting. A Joint Meeting of the RRA Board of Directors and the RSV Council will take place on December 16th @ 7:30pm in the Clubhouse.
Work is underway for Phase I of the Village's Rehabilitation of Morning Star Drive.
Details can be found here.
To view pictures, please click the album.
A Holiday Party/Tree trimming will take place Friday, December 3, from 7 - 10 P. M. at the Clubhouse for all Shores residents and their friends. The Clubhouse will be decorated for the event, and the tree will be trimmed that evening. Bring an ornament to add to the tree if you wish, and leave it for the season, or donate it to the Shores so it can be placed on the tree every year in honor of your family. Remember to bring an appetizer for all to share. The Promotion Club will be offering the last of its liquor and mixes that night for a donation to the Fireworks Fund. So come enjoy a festive evening with your Shores friends.
NAPLES, Fla. — Ronald E. Leach, age 76, of Naples, Fla. and Roaming Shores, Ohio, died at his Naples home Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, after a courageous battle with lymphoma.
Ronald was born May 12, 1934, in Warren, Ohio, the son of the late Harold D. and Helen Harman Leach. He was a graduate of Purdue University and a Veteran of the United States Air Force.
He was an engineer for 31 years at Packard Electric/General Motors in Warren, Ohio. He was the first General Manager of RomeRock Association in Roaming Shores, Ohio.
Ronald traveled all over the world with his wife and family. He loved traveling and boating on Lake Roaming Rock.
Ronald is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years of marriage, JoAnn (Haggerty) Leach; two sons, Michael D. (Andrea) Leach of Beavercreek, Ohio and Dr. David A. Leach of Cincinnati, Ohio; grandchildren, Dr. Michelle (Dr. Terry) Ho of Dunlap, Ill., Nicole (Josh) Todd of Avon, Ohio and Meagan Leach and Austen Leach, both of Cincinnati, Ohio; and a great-grandson, Tyler Ho of Dunlap, Ill.
A Private Memorial Service will be held at a future date.
Memorial contributions may be made to Avow Hospice, 1095 Whippoorwill Lane, Naples, Fla. 34105-3847.
The News Poll has been closed. We appreciate you taking the time to vote. Your comments were very insightful. To view the results of the polls, please click here.
The Police Levy Renewal (Issue 23) will be on the ballot this coming election (Election Day, November 2nd). Support Your Police Department by
Voting Yes on Issue 23. This levy is a renewal, NOT a tax increase! For more information, please see this flyer.
As the election draws closer and closer (Nov 2nd), it is important to
remember to support your local schools. Grand Valley needs your support! Please vote
FOR the proposed tax levy. There are many programs and activities in jeopardy should this levy fail. Please keep in mind that the Grand Valley School Board has not asked for additional operating funds since 1992!
The Roaming Shores Promotion Club, in a change of providers after many years, has contracted American Fireworks to display the 2011 Fireworks for Roaming Shores. The 2011 celebration will take place on Saturday, July 2nd, with a rain date of Sunday, July 3rd. American Fireworks is a local Hudson Ohio family owned and operated company since 1902. We anticipate a longer show with more bangs and booms lighting up the night skies on the lake, some water displays, and a Grand Finale that will leave us with a WOW feeling of celebration. With this promise in mind, line up your family and friends for a spectacular evening. You may recognize American Fireworks as the company who provides the fireworks for the Lake County Captains and earlier produced the Euclid Fireworks-- for those of you who may remember how awesome they always were.
Soon you will be receiving the Fireworks Fundraiser Flyer with the lottery ticket enclosed. Please continue to be generous. We count on your participation and support to keep this event as one of the highlights of the year. We trust that American Fireworks will offer the best show for our Roaming Shores dollars.
Fireworks for 2011
Saturday, July 2nd from Beach #2 Rain Date on July 3rd. Think sunny and warm!
The Promotion Club is group of residents whose main objective is to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Roaming Shores, the Fireworks at the Shores being one of our main events. We also sponsor the garage sale in June, the cardboard boat races in the summer, our October event, whether it be a dance or casino night, and the tree trimming party in December. We are always looking for new members, new ideas, and people to help out with these events.
Thank you.
Roaming Shores Promotion Club
Bob and Carol Delly, Fireworks Coordinators
The Lake Management Committee would like all association members to know that a record of its activity can be viewed online on the RRA Website. Just go up to the website and click on the tab labeled Lake Management. The RRA Board of Directors has engaged Enviroscience as a consulting group to study the lake and make recommendations to the LMC and Board as to the most effective ways to work on the lake to ensure its continued good health. This past summer, Enviroscience completed a comprehensive general study of the lake as well as scientific studies related to water quality, weed growth, and siltation. The results of all these studies are published on the website, as well as in hard-copy form at the RRA office for use by those who might not have access to a computer. All are encouraged to make use of these materials to educate themselves of the work of the Lake Management Committee, and its recommendations to the Board regarding the health of the waters of Lake Roaming Rock. It is hoped that the presentation of this material will be the start of an ongoing and comprehensive repository of LMC information for members now and in the future. We on the present LMC see this as an important first step to attempt to ensure a continuing good-faith scientific-based program for managing the lake in the future. Thanks – The LMC
Customers of Waste Management in the Shores that use the "purchased orange bag" service have been billed in error for a pickup fee and a fuel charge. If you received a bill from Waste Management disregard it. If you paid the bill please contact Waste Management's customer service and request a refund. This is not part of the Village's contract.
This week was the Fall OLCA (Ohio Lake Communities Association) Conference at Choctaw Lake in London, Ohio. Choctaw Lake is
a 250 acre lake with 1,064 lots, and over 850 homes. Gary Phillips, Ed & Carol Baitt, Bob & Karen Sobczak, and Jen Bunce attended the Conference.
The first day of the Conference involved three breakout sessions covering Choctaw Lake Issues, EPA Issues, and Algae & Water Quality Issues. Following the breakout sessions was a time to Network with other
Member Lakes, dinner, and a very lovely tour of the lake by boat.
The second day of the Conference was the OLCA Meeting. Reports were given by the OLCA President (Gary Phillips), Treasurer, Executive Director, and Legal Council. Other subjects covered were HOA (Home
Owner Association) Issues, a demonstration of Choctaw's Database system, and a Q & A / Manager's Forum to answer anyone's questions about how other Lake Communities conduct business.
All information shared at this Conference was very informative. A good time was had by all who could attend. A big thanks to the staff and volunteers at Choctaw Lake!
Please see the gallery below for pictures of the Conference and Choctaw Lake:
MANNERS CHARLES H. MANNERS, age 85, of Roaming Shores, OH, died Tuesday, September 21, 2010, at the Cleveland Clinic.
He was born January 24, 1925, in Indiana, PA, the only son of Herbert H. and Mary Esther (nee Neely) Manners.
Charlie enlisted and served three years in the Army Air Force. He worked, for 31 years, as an automotive engineer for the Fisher Body Division of General Motors in Cleveland, OH. During his time with GM and in his later years, Charlie owned and operated Manner's Pine Tree Lodge in New Lyme, OH, which was a big part of his life.
His two daughters have followed in his footsteps, owning and operating Christmas tree farms, as well. In his retirement years, Charlie and his wife, Anita, wintered in Naples, FL.
Charlie is survived by his wife of twenty three years, Anita R. (Echt) Manners of Roaming Shores, OH; his two daughters, Mary Jan (Frank) Perdulla of Poland, OH and Ruth Ann (Kevin Lemons) Manners of New Lyme, OH; a step daughter, Dr. Debra Echt of Woodside, CA; a step son, Gary (Louise) Echt of Chesterland, OH; a step daughter, Dr. Eve (Dr. Martin Shill) Echt of Orange Village, OH; eleven grandchildren, Charles, Matthew, Amy, Auston, Allan, Jeremy, Julia, Josh, Alyse, Seth, and Bryan; and five great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and his first wife, Stella (Hensel) Manners, in 1982.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 24, 2010, at 11 a.m., at the United Presbyterian Church of New Lyme, 788 Brownville Rd., New Lyme, OH. Burial will follow in Dodgeville Cemetery, New Lyme.
CALLING HOURS WILL BE ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD FROM 5 - 8 P.M. AT BAUMGARDNER FUNERAL HOME, 134 PROSPECT ST., ANDOVER, OH. A guestbook is available at www.baumgardnerfuneralhomes.com.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Ohio Christmas Tree Association - Research Fund, 6870 Licking Valley Rd., Frazeysburg, OH 43822.
We have just put the finishing touches on an
Online Community Directory. This
Online Directory is provided for Members in Good Standing and had been password protected for the privacy of our
members. To sign up, please
register here.
The Directory is searchable and very easy to use!
Please call the office or contact the Webmaster if you have any questions.
Grand Valley Fitness will holding a "Biggest Loser" Competition from October 2nd -
December 18th). To sign up, or for more information, please see the flier or contact Grand Valley Fitness 5324 RT 45, Rome, OH 44085, 440-563-3040.
The Promotion Club's Roaming Shores Cardboard Boat Race was held on September 4th. We had 4 boats and 62 people attending. A good time was had by all! Click on the album below to see all of the pictures from the Race!
There will be a Board of Directors Meeting on Sept. 16th. Ken Roberts, the Director of Property Leasing & Management for Vintage Development Group will be there to discuss the Marina closing.
The Lake Management Committee will be holding a Workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 7th @ 6pm. This Workshop will either be held in the Clubhouse or at one of the Beach 1
pavilions, depending on availability. The Workshop is open to the membership.
The Police Levy Renewal (Issue 23) will be on the ballot this coming election (Election Day, November 2nd). Support Your Police Department by
Voting Yes on Issue 23. For more information, please see this flyer.
Construction has begun today on the RRA Maintenance Garage. Please be careful of construction vehicles when coming up to the office. We will be uploading pictures of the ongoing construction to
this page (also found on the menu to the left). Check it out weekly for updated pictures of the construction!
From the Star Beacon:
GENEVA — Eugene A. Sender, age 80, formerly of Rome, Ohio, passed away Friday, July 30, 2010, at Geneva Pointe Skilled Nursing and Rehab.
He was born May 5, 1930 and a Veteran of the U.S. Army.
Eugene was the beloved husband of the late Charlotte and father of Janet.
Friends may call Wednesday, August 4th, at the CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME, 4420 Rocky River Drive (and Puritas Ave.), Cleveland, Ohio, from 7 to 9 p.m.
Inurnment on Thursday, August 5th, at Holy Cross Cemetery, 14609 Brookpark Road, Brook Park, Ohio) at 10:30 a.m.
*****
Gene Sender used to be an active member of the community. He was Treasurer of the Fishing Club and attended Friends and Neighbors.
Chip and Seal Work started yesterday on many roads in Roaming Shores. Please be cautious and patient as the workers complete the job! Also, please be careful when pulling out of your driveways as to not harm the
appearance of the road as the chip and seal hardens.
Pictures of the chip and seal work will be updated as the project progresses.
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The RRA Board of Directors and the RSV Council held a joint meeting last night in the Clubhouse.
Topics of discussion were the Lot take-back program,
Transferring of the Roads, Shoreline Protection, Hiring an Urban Planner/Developer, and Getting Serious about House Addresses.
The Boating, Skiing, and Swimming Rules have been revised as of 4/15/10. Make sure you read these rules to stay apprised of changes, avoid fines, and to stay safe!
The Lake Management Committee has produced a Report that is a complete up-to-date record of the immediate and long-term objectives, proceedings, and outcomes that the Lake Management Committee undertakes.
The long-term goal of this LMC are to investigate and formulate a weed management program, a sediment management program, and a water quality plan.
ASHTABULA — Dean Blanton, age 63, of Roaming Shores, Ohio, passed away Monday, July 12, 2010, at the Ashtabula County Medical Center Hospice Unit.
He was born May 18, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Earl and Marvine Blanton. He was a 1966 graduate of Sunbury Big Walnut High School.
After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was a Viet Nam Veteran. Dean served during the Tet Offensive and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and letter V device, National Defense Service Medal, Viet Nam Service Medal and Bronze Star Attachment, Republic of Viet Nam Campaign Ribbon with V device and expert Badge and Rifle Bar.
Dean was employed by the Albert M. Higley Construction Company as a Superintendent. He retired in 2006, after 35 years in the construction field.
He was an avid sportsman that enjoyed bass and fly fishing, golfing and hunting. He had fished the Ohio Bass Tournament Circuit and Bass Tournament Circuit during the 1970’s and 1980’s. Dean was a member of The Conneaut Fish and Game Club, VFW Post #943, Ducks Unlimited and Vice-Chairman of the Roaming Shores Lake Management Committee.
He is survived by his wife, Ann (Locke) Blanton of Roaming Shores; a daughter, Jill (Jim Ratermann) Blanton of Ashtabula; a son-in-law, John Hakkarainen; and grandchildren, Kyle and Jennifer Hakkarainen and Jordan Wallace, all of Ashtabula; and a sister, Jean Compton of Columbus, Ohio.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Natalie Ann Blanton; and his parents.
In keeping with Dean’s wishes, there will be a “Celebration of Life” from 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, July 23rd, at Roaming Shores Clubhouse, 13 Roaming Rock Boulevard, Roaming Shores, Ohio.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105. The Ashtabula Home of FLEMING & BILLMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 526 W. Prospect Road, Ashtabula, Ohio, is in charge of arrangements.
The Annual Kenny Lippart Kids Fishing Day was held on June 27th by the Fishing Club. Everyone who participated had a great time!! Click on the album below for pictures of the event:
The following is a brief video of the 2010 Roaming Shores Fireworks Display. Nothing beats seeing it in person, but it was still a great show nonetheless. Enjoy! (also, sorry for the shakiness)
This past July 4th weekend was very busy and eventful here in Roaming Shores!! The Friends and Neighbors Family Night was a great time! Those who came enjoyed free hotdogs cooked on the grill
and drinks at the Fireworks Fund Cash Bar. The Fireworks Show on Friday Night was spectacular. Thank you, Promotion Club, for your efforts to fund the show!
The Jason Scribben Memorial Volley Ball Tournament was held on Saturday. Thanks to all who participated!
Please note that Approved Board of Directors Minutes are now posted on the RRA Website. To view the minutes, please see the sidebar on the
right of this page. Select the month of the minutes you would like to view and click "Go". Minutes are in PDF format. Please make sure you have Adobe Reader installed to open the PDF files. If you have any problems, please email the Webmaster.
The Annual Roaming Shores Garage Sale was held last Saturday (June 19, 2010). The event hosted by the Promotion Club. Dozens of families and households participated in this event. The roads filled up fast with customers looking for a good deal! The rain even stayed at bay this weekend. Thanks to everyone who participated, we hope your sales were a big success!
Kenny Lippart passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010. He lived in the Shores and was very active in the Fishing Club. He established the annual Kid's Fishing day, and we named it after him. He will be greatly missed.
Obituary from the Star Beacon:
Kenneth H. Lippart
GENEVA — Kenneth H. Lippart, age 77, a resident of Geneva, Ohio, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010.
Born Dec. 8, 1932, in Clearfield, Pa., he was the son of the late Mildred (Miller) and Fred Lippart and graduated from Centerville, Pa., High School.
A Veteran, he served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, and was retired from Ford.
Kenneth was a member of Geneva VFW Post #6846; a member of the Roaming Rock Fishing Club, where he established a kid’s fishing day; and former member of Sacred Heart Church.
Survivors include his wife, Lois Lippart of Geneva; four daughters, Rosanne (Michael) Masek, Linda May, Diane Lippart and Kathleen (Mark) Cedar; two sons, David (Lauri) Cedar and James Cedar; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Phyllis Anderson and Melva McKendrick.
He was preceded in death by his parent; sons, Joseph T. Lippart and infant son Lippart; brothers, Howard and Richard Lippart; and sisters, Anna Houston, Lucy Welch and Gladys Baker.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. Thursday, June 17th, at Assumption Catholic Church, 594 W. Main St., Geneva, with Fr. Melvin E. Rusnak as celebrant. Final resting place will be at Union Cemetery, Rock Creek.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 16th, at THE BEHM FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORY, 175 S. Broadway, Geneva.
Steve Macintyre has shared with us great pictures of an Osprey he first spotted flying over the lake on April 30th, 2010, and twice since. Check out his pictures by clicking on the album below or checking out the Lake Roaming Rock Photo Gallery. The Osprey is relatively uncommon in Northeast Ohio. These pictures are a real treat! Thank you for sharing, Steve! Please email the RRA Webmaster, Jen Bunce IT@roamingshores.org, if you have any pictures you would like to share on our website.
The Time and Date of the Board of Directors' Monthly Workshops has been changed due to the Village's use of the Clubhouse for Council Meetings. The Workshops will now be held on Mondays, the same week as the Board Meeting @ 7:30pm.
Eight members from Roaming Shores headed down to Apple Valley in Howard, Ohio this week to participate in the Ohio Lake Communities Association's Annual Spring Conference.
We all had a wonderful time! Please see the pictures below.
The Annual Cleanup Day was held at in the RRA Clubhouse parking lot on May 1st. Many people showed up to dispose of their unwanted clutter. Volunteers from the RSV and RRA assisted residence with the disposal. Donuts and Coffee were provided by the RRA.
Many thanks to our Volunteers! Check out the Gallery and the Video of the Event!
A joint meeting between the RomeRock Association and the Village of Roaming Shores was held on April 29th at the Clubhouse.
Over twenty people were in attendance as the RRA and RSV discussed various issues.
The issues on the agenda were the siphon system, the proposed drilling project planned for the dam, the new Village Hall, lake front zoning violations, appreciation day for Fire Department and SCAD, the annual lake lowering, use of the clubhouse for Council meetings, the Take Back program, directory of services for the Shores News, and the compost site.
Following the meeting, questions and comments were made by the members.
The 43rd Annual Meeting was held at the RRA Clubhouse on Saturday, April 24th, 2010.
Outgoing Directors Angela Ludwig & Bob Gregory were recognized for 3 years service.
Tom O'Keefe was recognized for 15 years of service, the longest to date of any of the 87 RRA Directors in the 45 year history of the RomeRock Association.
The Q & A period was pretty tame as these things go, lasting only 20 minutes from 1:55 to 2:15. Topics covered numerous items in one neighbor's yard, Rome Terrace area drainage, having S. R. Snodgrass follow up on action items to past audit, and the March, 2009 $500 New Member Impact Fee.
Three new Board of Directors were announced. Al Rubosky, Ken Clark, and Barry O'Connell are now Directors joining Bob Sobczak, Ed Baitt, Gary Stamm, and Joseph Petraus.
Eighty plus attended and feasted on eight extra large Paradise Bay Pizzas and other treats.
New Officers for 2010-2011:
Robert Sobczak, President
Edward Baitt, Vice-President
Al Rubosky, Treasurer
Ken Clark, Secretary
New procedures for 2010: We will attempt to keep our website readers apprised of the agenda of topics coming up at the next Board Of Directors Workshop (5:00 PM on the Tuesday before each regular Board Meeting).
TOPICS FOR THURSDAY'S BOARD MOTIONS OR RESOLUTIONS will be fully discussed with the RRA membership at the workshops ONLY! No new motions will be entertained between Tuesday & Thursday UNLESS THERE IS A PRESSING EMERGENCY!
As is presently the case, visitor's comments will still come AT THE END of the regular Board Meeting, AFTER the night's business has been concluded. There will be no comment or debate with the audience during the business portion. That is the reason why the open workshop night was first created.
Click on the Gallery below for pictures of the event.
An Educational Forum on Restoring and Maintaining Lake Roaming Rock was held at the Clubhouse on Saturday, April 17th. The forum was organized by Vonnie Hayden, who invited various guest speakers to come in and give presentations on alternative ways to address aquatic plant and weed problems that can occur on lakes and ponds.
Featured guest speakers were William Lynch, Martin Hilovsky, John Tucci, and George Warnock.
William Lynch is the OSU Extension Program’s state program specialist in Aquatic Ecosystem Management with responsibilities on developing and implementing educational programming in private lakes, ponds, and wetlands. Martin Hilovsky
holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology (1977) and a Master of Science in Aquatic Ecology (1981) from KSU. Since 1994 he has been the President/Lake Management Division Director of EnviroScience, Inc. John Tucci, who came all the way from Michigan to speak at this forum, is President of Lake Savers, LLC, which he founded in 2007. His company works on improving water quality through the use of aeration systems, beneficial bacteria, and enzyme treatments. George Warnock is the Grand River Partners Watershed Coordinator for the Upper Grand River. Each of these speakers gave informative presentations on the causes of
aquatic weed and plant problems, explained possible ways to combat the problem, and answered questions from audience members.
Over 30 people were in attendance for this forum. Among those who could attend were Board of Directors
Candidates Ken Clark and Al Rubosky, who donated several pizza’s from Capps Pizza for the event, and Board Members Bob Sobczak and Ed Baitt.
Click on the Gallery below for pictures of the event.
There was an informal "Meet The Candidates" Night at the Clubhouse on Wednesday, April 7th. For those that could attend, it was their chance to meet and question the candidates for the three 2010-2013 seats on the Board of Directors. Click on the Gallery below for pictures of the event.
We are happy to unveil our new Website designed by our new Webmaster, Jen Bunce. Please feel free to explore the new site using the menu on the left. We have implemented many new features (with many more to come!). If you have any questions/comments, or find any broken links, contact Jen at IT@roamingshores.org
Members, visit the “Events Calendar” on the menu for a frequently updated listing of social events and other meetings. Check out the “Weather Links” under "Links" on the menu so that when you're away from the lake you can still be aware of local conditions. Use the “Maps & Directions” section to show your friends and family the way to find you at Lake Roaming Rock.
Under "Policy & Regulations" you can find up-to-date boating rules and also find other important RRA documents and information. Visit the "General Manager's Page" to pick up tips on staffing & financials, housing starts, RRA lots for sale and recent county-wide property transfers. The monthly General Manager’s Report and Budget Summary can be found in the "General Manager's Page" section of the menu.
We are far from done, yet! Come back often for the latest news and events!
Donald C. Petrie of Rome, Ohio, formerly of Toledo, Ohio, passed away August 10th, 2011, at Ashtabula County Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born November 22, 1922, the son of Charles and Ada Petrie and was the loving husband of Leona (Hanrahan) for 14 years. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Lorraine; brother in-law, Duke Reilly and step son, Patrick Hanrahan. He is survived by his sisters, Marilyn Reilly and Arlene (Jack) Florian. He is also survived by his children: Laura (Michael) Berkowitz, Linda, Charles, Joel (Susan), John (Alice), Michael (Joyce), Matthew (Carolyn) and Robert (Andrea). He is also survived by 18 grand children, 5 great-grand children, 5 step children and 19 step grandchildren. Don was a WWII Army veteran who was awarded the Bronze Star for heroism in the Battle of the Bulge. He was the owner of Petrie Plumbing and Heating until his retirement and lived in Toledo until 1997. Don and Leona spent their summers in Roaming Shores, Ohio and winters in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. His greatest joys were his faith, his family, travel, reading and golf. Don had a zest for life and lived every day to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Friends may visit at the Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S Reynolds Rd. Toledo Ohio 43614; on Friday, August 12, 2011, from 2-8 p.m. where a scripture service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will begin in the mortuary on Saturday, August 13, 2011, at 9:30 a.m. followed by the funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers a charitable contribution to Little Sisters of the Poor. Please view and sign the on-line guest registry at 
From the Star Beacon:
Maj. Michael S. Evarts, age 41, of Concord Township, a U.S. Army veteran, passed away Jan. 17, 2011, in Tikrit, Iraq.
