Grover J. Geiger, Jr., 89 died July 25, 2018, at the Frieda House at Willow Ridge in Bluffton. Grover was born May 26, 1929, in Pandora to the late Grover and Corinna (Suter) Geiger. On July 27, 1956, he married Pauline Thomas Geiger who preceded him in death on Oct. 10, 2011.
Lunch and entertainment will be provided at the Tuesday, Aug. 7, meeting of PrimeTimers, a ministry of Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio and St. John Mennonite Church. PrimeTimers meets at the church, 15988 Road 4, Pandora, at 12 p.m.
The menu includes BBQ ribs, au gratin potatoes, scalloped corn, creamy coleslaw, rolls and cake. There is no cost for the meal, but donations are accepted.
Photo opportunities like this are once-in-a-summer events. The Icon came across this group of sidewalk superintendents this morning. We need an appropriate caption for the photo. Send your entries to: [email protected]. There are several Shannon Theatre passes to award first, second and third place winners. Deadline for entries is 6 p.m., Sunday.
William H. McKibben, 92, died July 25, 2018, at Bluffton Hospital. Bill was born Feb. 15, 1926, in Continental, Ohio, to the late Wilbert and Zella (Prowant) McKibben. On June 26, 1948, he married Faye Buckmaster McKibben and she survives.
- Report on West Elm Street project
and new restrooms at Buckeye park
Bluffton council approved a bid from Hohenbrink Excavating, Findlay, to complete the West Elm Street improvement project, phase 1. Action was Monday.
Hohenbrink’s bid of $888,009 was the lowest responsible of six bidders, according to Jesse Blackburn, village administration, who was very pleased with the low bid. The bids ranged as high at $1.1 million. Bid opening was July 19.
