Volunteers have played a vital role at Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio (MHCO) since Mennonite Memorial Home first opened in Bluffton in 1955. The importance of those volunteers is appreciated daily, and especially on National Day of Service, which is Saturday, Jan. 19.
In 2012 MHCO had over 250 volunteers who provided more than 7,176 hours of volunteer service between Mennonite Memorial Home, Maple Crest and Willow Ridge, according to Mary Ann Ring, director of volunteer services.
Bluffton native Kay (Rodabaugh) Parent, 64 of Kettering, Ohio, died at her home, Jan. 14, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Franklin and Lois Rodabaugh and a sister, Rosanne Dolan. She graduated from Bluffton High School in 1966 and from Bluffton College in 1970.
Area companies interested in meeting potential employees should consider participating in the Collegiate Employ-Net Spring Job Fair on Friday April 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Owens Community College, Perrysburg.
The event attracts students from nearly 20 colleges in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. Bluffton University and Ohio Northern University participate in this project.
Bluffton's Relay for Life is Friday, June 21. The organization is inviting businesses, organizations and individuals to consider starting a team or joining one that is already in place.
Anyone wanting additional information or help may call Lynda Best 419-358-5858 or Jesse Purcell of the American Cancer Society at 888-227-6446 ext. 5217
Catherine “Cathy” A. Cripe, 70, died at 2:24 p.m. Jan. 16, 2013 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born July 26, 1942, in Bluffton, Ohio, to the late Arthur and Cleota (Lanning) Lewis.
Cathy retired as a retail manager at “Welcome Home” in Houston, Texas. She was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Bluffton. She enjoyed the "60’s Girls’ Group" and was a member of the Bluffton Senior Citizens where she enjoyed playing cards. She resided in Bluffton for the last 10 years with her sister, Mary.
Ann Stratton will offer antique appraisals during a community antique show from 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Richland Manor, Swaney Road, Bluffton.
Food and beverages will be served and the event is open to the public.
