8 • The Beacon October 21 , 2021
Letter to the Editor
I am writing to you in support of the proposed tax levy ( renewal ) for the purpose of current expenses of the Coshocton County District Library . If you have not visited our library lately or if you are not on their mailing list for their newsletter , you are missing out on so many things . They are providing programs for infants through those of us old enough to qualify for senior discounts .
I love the atmosphere of the library . If you just want a quiet place to read the paper or your favorite magazine , you can do it for free at the local library . You have access to the latest books in either hard copy or on your favorite online source . There are book clubs and discussion groups for all ages . There are summer programs to keep the children of our community busy .
The list goes on and on . You need to stop by and get a copy of their newsletter or call and get on their email list and receive it right in the comfort of your home . There is nothing more enjoyable than getting your books online when it is cold and snowy outside .
Some of my favorite library memories are when I took my grandchildren for the lap sit reading programs and craft days . They loved the summer reading program , and we went every week with each grandchild going home with an arm load of books . They still are avid readers , thanks to their positive experiences at the public library . One has even worked in the library on their college campus .
I encourage you to visit our library if you have not been there recently . You will be surprised at all there is available to you . Tomma Bordenkircher
Coshocton
Letter to the Editor
“ The more you read , the more things you will know . The more that you learn , the more places you ’ ll go .” This quote from Dr . Suess sums up the love of learning that has been instilled in my young children . They have been gifted with the blessing and resources our local library system provides our community . Programs like Letterland , Lapsit and the summer reading program have bolstered their young lives with a love of reading that has served them well in school and in life .
My family uses the library at least once a week with my wife and youngest daughter now attending Letterland and picking up loads of books
each week to keep my first-grader and secondgrader entertained with new books . We greatly appreciate the staff ’ s kindness while my kids find books each week . ( Anyone with kids knows the selection process can be a little overwhelming .)
As a principal , I have seen the benefits of these programs with my students as well . We use the bookmobile to support students ’ love of reading in our school . Partnering with the library system and the bookmobile has given the school great
assets to help students discover the love of reading . The library has even adapted ways to reach out to students virtually through read alouds and digital e-books during the pandemic .
While I know not everyone uses the library in the same capacity , having a public library is an asset to the community in many ways . Increased hours of operation , outreach programs and expanded programming benefit a wide range of ages and demographics . Renewing the current levy would ensure these services could continue in the future . This would ensure many more families could benefit for years to come .
I think 0.5 mill is a small token of my appreciation to the library for what they have done already for my family . That would cost me about $ 20 per year as a homeowner in the county , and I think it is money well-spent .
Jarred Renner Coshocton
Charles ‘ Sonny ’ L . Elliott
Charles “ Sonny ” L . Elliott , 78 , of Coshocton , passed away on Tuesday , Oct . 12 , 2021 , at the Coshocton Regional Medical Center . He was born on Aug . 27 , 1943 to the late Charles and Lulabell ( Colegrove ) Elliott . He was a laborer at General Motors until his retirement . He loved fishing and camping and being a true blue hillbilly .
Sonny is survived by his daughter , Lisa ( John ) Countryman of Coshocton ; sister , Ella Mae “ Sissy ” Kastura ; grandchildren , Steven , Changdera , Scott , Dustin ,
Marilyn Joan ( Johnston ) Shaffer-Gonter , 85 , of Coshocton , passed away on Sunday , Oct . 10 , 2021 . She was born Aug . 22 , 1936 , in Conesville to the late Richard W . Johnston and Letha M . Ford .
Marilyn worked as a title clerk at the Coshocton County Title Department , and also at Mission Auto and retired after many years . She was a member of Tyndall United Methodist Church for over 60 years and enjoyed reading her Bible , praying for her family and friends , and reading daily devotions . She also enjoyed reading romance novels , thrillers , biographies , and self-help books . Marilyn was a member of a card club and bowling league in earlier years , and was also a seamstress who worked on wedding gowns and making repairs . She was described by her family as being extremely friendly and never met a stranger .
Obituaries
Submitted Charles ‘ Sonny ’ L . Elliott
Charles “ Chucky ”, Walter , Jordan , Renee , Kelsey and Dorothy ; 46 great-grandchildren with two on the way .
He is preceded in death by his grandson , Phillip Harley Davidson Clyde .
Calling hours were held at the Miller Funeral Home on Monday , Oct . 18 , 2021 from 11 a . m . to 1 p . m . The funeral service began at the funeral home on Monday at 1 p . m . with Pastor Ken Morrison and Pastor Stan Braxton officiating . A cremation will follow the services with burial at Franklin Cemetery .
An online memorial can be viewed at www . themillerfuneralhome .
Marilyn Joan ( Johnston ) Shaffer-Gonter
Submitted
Marilyn Joan ( Johnston ) Shaffer-Gonter
Marilyn is survived by her five daughters , Krista Diane ( Bob ) Garrett , Kendra A . ( Jim ) Kirker , Kathy J . Shaffer of Rome , Georgia , Kim L . ( Norm ) Edie , and Karen M . ( Richard ) Good . She is also survived by 10 grandchildren , 22 greatgrandchildren , and five great-great grandchildren . Marilyn is also survived by a brotherin-law , Charles Spang , and sister-in-law , Novella Johnston , and many other extended family members .
Along with her parents , Marilyn was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years , Asa Lloyd Shaffer , Jr . She was also preceded in death by her second husband , Paul Gonter who passed away on May 7 , 2020 . Marilyn was also preceded in death by her siblings , Delmar Johnston , Eleanor Thomas , and Lola Spang , as well as a granddaughter , Tonya Delafeld .
Calling hours were held at Given-Dawson- Paisley Funeral Home from 9-10:30 a . m . on Friday , Oct . 15 , 2021 . A funeral service followed at 10:30 a . m . officiated by Evangelist Sheldon Mencer . Burial took place at Tyndall Church cemetery following the service .
In lieu of flowers , memorial donations may be made in Marilyn ’ s name to the charity of your choice .
An online memorial can be viewed atwww . given-dawson-paiselyfh . com .