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Elnore Ruth (Rosenberger) Yost, 98, passed away May 22, 2026, at Willow Ridge in Bluffton, OH. Elnore was born June 23, 1927, in Pandora, OH, to Ella (Habegger) Rosenberger and Arthur S. Rosenberger, then pastor of St. John Mennonite church. On August 21, 1949, Elnore married Burton Yost in Quakertown PA.

Elnore spent her childhood in Quakertown, PA, Bluffton, OH and Dalton, OH, where she graduated from high school in 1945. She received her BS from Bluffton College in 1949. Elnore later received certification in Special Education and Case Management.

FROM BSC HAPPENINGS__Do you like to travel with the Bluffton Senior Center, but wished they would go to where you want to go? Now is your chance. On Thursday, June 11 at 2:00 p.m., Tonya and Debbie will host a trip planning meeting for 2027. Participants will talk about day trips and overnight trips.  All travelers welcome. Bring your ideas.

FROM BPL UPDATE — 3rd-5th Grade Events are scheduled for Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 10:00 a.m. Register in person or online. Join us on Thursday mornings for some summer fun - including crafts, games, books, and more - just for 3rd-5th grade! Themed events include: June 4 - Dinolympics; June 11 - Recyclosaurus (try saying that 3 times fast); June 18 - Dino Dig; and June 25 - Cookie Excavation (a delicious digging expedition). 

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FROM FACEBOOK__Bring your chairs and snacks to free music at the Gazebo at Bluffton's Church at Main streets. The fun starts on Thursday, June 4 with Brooklyn and the Vibe from 7-9:00 p.m. Tipping and sponsors are welcome. Thanks to GROB Systems and Bluffton Presbyterian Church. Coordinated by Eric Reneker.

BPL UPDATES_Erin Henry, author of Reconstructed: A Healing Journey After Breast Cancer, is originally from Bluffton and will be doing a Book Signing on Thu., Jun. 4 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. and a Book Talk & Reading (R) on Wed., Jun. 10 @ 2:00 p.m. Please register for the Book Talk & Reading. Books available during these events for $15.99 (Cash or Venmo).

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