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Ada congregations observe Ash Wednesday

Signals the beginning of the season of Lent
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, February 16, 2021

The season of Lent in the Christian year is observed by several area congregations with Ash Wednesday services on Wednesday, Feb. 17.

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Masses will be at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. 

St. Mark Lutheran Church
St. Mark Lutheran Church has been invited to share Ash Wednesday services with Zion Lutheran Church, 101 E Main St. LaFayette, at 7 p.m.

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The story this photo could tell

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Mana Hashimoto, Ada Icon intern, shares some snow day campus photos from ONU. This feature photo offers all the elements of a winter art form: A meandering path in the snow around an empty bike rack and outdoor picnic table with a shadow cast on the snow. More photos are part of this series.

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Chris Cottrell was retired from INEOS Corp.

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Christopher Jay “Chris” Cottrell, 67, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, at 4:36 a.m. at his residence in Ada.

He was born on June 3, 1953, in Lima, Ohio, to the late David W. Cottrell and Dorothy G. (Winks) Cottrell.  Christopher married Miriam R. Heyneman and she survives in Ada.

Chris retired from INEOS Corp, where he worked as a general operator. He was a member of the Lima Baptist Temple.   

Also surviving is his daughter, Stacy (Boyd) Geedey of Ada; three grandchildren: Haley (Seth) Sheriff, Lindsay Crouse and Michael Crouse; a great grandson, Zayne; a brother, David (Amy) Cottrell of Cridersville; and a sister, Victoria (John) Czysz of Tucson, Arizona.

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Betty High retired from Goodyear

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Elizabeth J. “Betty” High, 85, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021 at 2 a.m., surrounded by her family.

She was born on Oct. 31, 1935, in Deshler, Ohio, to the late Fredrick and Gertrude (Dibling) Britenriker. On Jan. 12, 1957 Betty married Clyde C. High and he preceded her in death on March 27, 2006.

Betty retired from Goodyear where she worked as a receptionist. She previously sold Avon and worked at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed doing family history. Betty loved taking care of her grandchildren.

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So, you think you know Ada?

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, February 16, 2021

So, you think you know Ada? Okay, where is this? Answer tomorrow.

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List of cancellations, delays, rescheduling

Also listed are contacts for snowplowing
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Send your cancellation announcement to: [email protected]

Here is the information the Icon has as of Tuesday morning, Feb. 16, concerning closings and delays. This story will be continually updated.

• All school practices and games scheduled for today have been cancelled.

 • Ada village offices closed to foot traffic, Tuesday, February 16.  Phone messages for utilities and streets needs will be monitored and responded to as staff is available. 

• Ada police - click here

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