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Jerry Joseph 1950-2015

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Gerald L. “Jerry” Joseph, 64, died on Friday, Aug. 7, at 3:34 p.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima.

He was born on Sept. 17, 1950 in Lima, Ohio, to John “Buck” Joseph, Jr. and Goldie (Courtright) Breece. His father survives in Arizona. His mother is deceased and dad, Robert (Vicki) Breece survives in Lakeview. On May 20, 1996, he married Kathy L. Mann and she survives in Harrod.

Jerry retired as an electrician from Continental Plastics, Lima, and DTR Manufacturing, Bluffton. He was a member of the Indian Lake Moose Lodge #1533. 

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Robert "Bob" Strohl 1958-2015

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Robert "Bob" Phillip Strohl, 57, died Aug. 7, 2015 at his residence. Robert was born May 4, 1958, in Hammond, Ind., to Phillip and Donna (Austgen) Strohl.

Bob had worked as a construction worker. 

Survivors include his father Phillip Strohl of Hot Springs, Arkansas; a brother Richard (Laura Lee) Strohl of North Judson, Indiana; two sisters Christine (Peter) Claire of Indianapolis, Indiana, Kelly (Brian) Clum of Ada, Ohio; two sons Shawn R. Strohl of Whiting, Indiana, Nicholas Strohl of North Judson, Indiana; and two daughters Angela (Eric) Michaels of Wanatah, Indiana and Amanda Strohl of Valparaiso, Indiana.

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Ohio Northern University’s move-in day features variety of activities

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, August 10, 2015

Ohio Northern University opens its doors to the 2015-16 academic year with the traditional move-in day for incoming freshmen and new students on Thursday, Aug. 20. Classes begin on Aug. 24.

Adriane Thompson-Bradshaw, ONU vice president for student affairs, said, “Move-in day is a great tradition at the University, and our staff has been working diligently making preparations for the incoming freshmen. We have several great introductory activities for the students to prepare them for life at ONU and to make their transition to college life easier.”

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Farmers' and Merchants' Picnic - a photographer's view

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, August 10, 2015

What's your favorite part of the Farmers' and Merchants' Picnic? 

Let's see, there's rides, games, entertainment, food, tractor pulls, horse competitions, antique tractor displays, kid's tractor pulls.

CHECK OUT LOTS OF PHOTOS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS STORY.

The list goes on. There's even a free swim.

Just like you, the Icon has a difficult time putting a figure on one element of the weekend that's our favorite. 

So, instead of focusing on one element, here's 10 photos that represent people being engaged it a good time.

Watch for more photos tomorrow.

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It's quiet up here

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, August 10, 2015

Can you see your house from here? If not, CLICK HERE to check out four additional aerial views of Ada. These photos were taken Saturday of the Farmers' and Merchants' Picnic area. Thanks to these photos provided by Kevin Mierzejewski, you can see Ada as the birds see it.

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Bird's-eye-view of Ada and F and M Picnic

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, August 10, 2015

Have you ever seen a bird's-eye-view of Ada?

Thanks to these photos provided by Kevin Mierzejewski, you can have that view.

He took the following photos on Saturday showing the Farmers' and Merchants' Picnic grounds and the surrounding views of Ada.

These are from his Facebook page and he gave us permission to post them. We couldn't decide which view we enjoyed the most, so we've posted five for your viewing enjoyment.

Can you see your house from here?

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