Joan Elizabeth Wilkins, 88, died Oct. 1, 2018, Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. Joan was born Aug. 12, 1930, in Benton Ridge to the late Clifford and Lois (Reiter) Niswander. On Oct. 24, 1952 she married Leland Wilkins and he survives.
Joan graduated from Mt. Cory High School. She was a homemaker and had previously worked at Triplett Corp., Bluffton, and had owned and operated the Posey Patch in Mt. Cory. Joan was a member of Mt. Cory United Methodist Church.
Bluffton Presbyterian Church will be hold a Blessing of the Animals event on Saturday, Oct. 6, on the church lawn. 112 N. Main St., according to Rev. Karol Farris, pastor.
"Local pets and their owners are invited to gather around 10 a.m., and a brief service of blessing will begin at 10:30, concluding by 11 a.m.," she said.
Cats, dogs, and others welcome – all animals must be leashed or crated. A pet picture may be brought if preferred.
Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce invites sponsors to this year's Blaze of Lights.
"The Blaze is one of the most beloved of Bluffton traditions. Our managers, sponsors, and volunteers go all out to make the parade, entertainment, and decorations a spectacular reason to be in Bluffton," said Paula Scott, chamber CEO.
Jamie Nygaard captured this Pirate carrying the skull and crossbones flag during Friday's Bluffton HS homecoming parade. Watch the Icon all week for more photos. And, check out Jamie's parade photos by CLICKING HERE.
Bluffton's next council meeting is at 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 8, in the third floor of the town hall. Here are committee meeting scheduled in early October.
Ordinance Committee – Oct. 3, at 8 p.m.
Pathway Board – Oct. 4, at noon
Utility Committee – Oct. 4, at 4 p.m.
Street Committee – Oct. 10, 2018 at 8 p.m.
