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Christopher Weidner Obituary | Dec 25, 2024 | Ashtabula, OH
Christopher James Weidner, 52, of Cleveland, OH, passed away at his home on December 25, 2024.
Chris is survived by his beloved wife, Kimberly (Andrews), and his cherished children: Taylor Lynn of Promise, AZ; Bailey James (Samantha Lamoreux) of Albuquerque NM, and their mother, Kristel (Balthaser) Weidner, CO; Owen Fisher of Cleveland, OH; Evan Fisher of New York City, NY; and Emily Fisher of Rehoboth, DE. Chris was Pop-Pop to Carlisle James of Albuquerque NM.
Chris leaves behind his parents, Clarence “Skeet” (Vicki) Weidner of Myrtle Beach SC, and Alice (John) Runyon of Fleetwood PA. He is also survived by his sisters, Dawn (Tim) Re of West Columbia SC, and Stacey (Brad) Moyer of Fleetwood PA, as well as his nieces and nephew: Alison Croop, Raleigh NC; Marissa Horikoshi Asheville, NC; Sierra Moyer, Fleetwood PA and Gage Moyer, Fleetwood PA.
A graduate of Fleetwood High School and Berks Technical Institute, Chris excelled in both music and soccer. He built a successful career working at Tom Schaeffer’s RV Center and TruStage (formerly CUNA Mutual Insurance) before retiring to pursue his passion for design and construction. He founded Lemon Tree Design and Remodeling where he brought creativity and craftsmanship to his Cleveland community.
Chris was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who loved his family fiercely. He was a loyal friend and a source of inspiration to those who knew him.
Private services will be held at the family’s convenience.
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Alex Hunter details his top Scottie Barnes player prop for Sunday’s NBA playoff game between the Raptors and Cavaliers.
The Raptors and Cavaliers go head-to-head in Cleveland on Sunday for a win-or-go-home Game 7. On DraftKings Sportsbook, Cleveland is favored by 8.5 points, and this game carries a total of O/U 210.5 points.
Let’s dive into my favorite Scottie Barnes player prop for Sunday’s contest.
Best Scottie Barnes prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Scottie Barnes 6+ points in the first quarter (-128)
Barnes is averaging 24.2 PPG on 50% shooting in this series vs. the Cavaliers, and a good amount of his damage has come in the first quarter, with Barnes leading the Raptors with 7.2 PPG in the first period. The forward has scored at least eight points in five of these six games, and Brandon Ingram (doubtful, heel) is expected to remain sidelined for Game 7, leaving Barnes with a bigger role than usual.
Barnes has made five starts without Ingram this season, and Barnes is leading Toronto with 7.8 PPG in the first quarter of these tilts while handling a 30.9% usage rate. In all but one of these five games, Barnes has scored at least seven first-quarter points.
The Cavaliers rank 12th in defensive rating of the 16 teams this postseason, and Barnes should get off to a strong start in Sunday’s Game 7.
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo received a similar threat to those reported across the country Sunday afternoon.
According to the zoo’s Director of Communications Jacqueline Gerling, the zoo proactively evacuated the premises out an abundance of caution.
The evacuation is to ensure the safety of all guests and staff, and the zoo will remain closed for the day.
Gerling told 19 News that the zoo looks to reopen tomorrow.
This is the second threat in Northeast Ohio as Akron Zoo also received a threat earlier this morning.
Akron Zoo evacuated after bomb and active shooter threat
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is working closely with local authorities and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
This is a developing story. Return to 19 News for updates.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Cleveland EMS responded to the city’s east side for a shooting late Friday night.
According to EMS, a the victim was shot in the area of E 105th Street and Grantwood Avenue around 11:15 p.m.
The 35-year-old man was transported to University Hospitals with a gunshot wound in critical condition.
19 News has reached out to Cleveland Police for more information.
This is a developing story. Return to 19 News for updates.
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