The winner of Early Bird Drawing #2 for 2014 and recipient of $450 is Scott Raybuck (Lot #1950)

Congratulations!!

Next week’s drawing will be for $400. Good luck!

Many long time residents are sure to know of Harry Hajek. He helped to found the Men’s Golf League here in Roaming Shores. He was a great man and will be dearly missed. Our thoughts are with his family.

From The Star Beacon:

AURORA — Harry W. Hajek, age 95, passed away at Anna Maria of Aurora nursing facility, Aurora, Ohio, on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013.

He was the son of Anton and Bertha Hajek and was born August 2, 1918, in Cleveland, Ohio. Harry was married to his wife Rose on May 27, 1947.

Harry excelled in several sports at John Adams High School and received recognition for playing tennis. He was an avid golfer and bowler until the age of 89. He was instrumental in starting a golf league for Roaming Shores and was their treasurer for many years.

Harry, at the age of 20, joined the Merchant Marines and saw much of the world while aboard the ship The Henry C. Paine. His working career involved various computer and management positions.

After retirement, he and his wife built a home in Roaming Shores. They traveled the world together visiting every continent except for Antarctica.

He is survived by his niece, Terri (Jeff) Wilde; niece, Janice (Richard) Oster; cousins, Virginia McMonagle, Jerry Dvorak, LaVern Dvorak and Betty Dvorak; as well as several great-nieces and nephews.

Harry is now reunited with his wife, parents, brother Jaro, and nephew Richard.

A Funeral Service, officiated by the Rev. Jody Baker, will take place 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 20th, at the Rock Creek Union Cemetery Chapel, Stiles Ave., Rock Creek, Ohio 44076.

Visitation will be held prior to services from 10:30 a.m. at the Chapel.

Arrangements handled by PAINE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 140 E. Main St., Orwell, Ohio. Obituary and condolences at www.painefuneralhome.com and starbeacon.com.

From the Star Beacon:

ROAMING SHORES — James H. Gilchrist, age 83, of Roaming Shores, Ohio, passed away Monday, Dec. 9, 2013.

Born April 12, 1930, in Bellshill, Scotland, he was a son of the late Margaret (Cook) and James Gilchrist and married May Murray in Motherwell, Scotland, on August 16, 1952.

James worked as a pipefitter at Uniroyal. He served in the Scots Guards.

He was a former member of Chapel United Methodist Church.

James enjoyed spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed attending and watching his grandchildren participate in many sports and extracurricular activities. Traveling with his family was always a great joy.

He is survived by his wife, May Gilchrist of Roaming Shores; sons, James (Janet) Gilchrist of Centerville, Ohio, and Iain (Debbi) Gilchrist of Roaming Shores; grandchildren, Alec, Allison, Kyle and Amanda; and brother, Tom (Elspeth) Gilchrist of Blackpool, England.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Robert.

Private services were observed.

Donations in James’ name may be made to The American Cancer Society, 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44106-2204.

Arrangements are being handled by THE BEHM FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 26 River St., Madison, Ohio 44057. Obituary and condolences at www.behmfuneral.com and starbeacon.com.

Are you missing a male black lab? This little guy was found on found at 2331 Morning Star Drive over the weekend. If this is your dog, please call 440-479-9930.

Thank you!

Update: She is home now! 🙂

Please keep a lookout for a female cat who has been missing for 2 days now. She has no front claws, is very friendly and was last seen in the vicinity of Rome-Rock Creek Rd. and Western Star Court.

If you see her, please contact 440-862-1762

Thank you!

Trick or Treating in the Shores this year will be on Saturday, October 26th from 5pm – 7pm.

Please take extra caution as there will be little ghosts and goblins out and about!

Happy Halloween!!