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.
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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.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – “We are out of space!” City Dogs Cleveland said as they begged for help after taking in 60 pups within just four days.
‘We are FULL!’: City Dogs Cleveland shelter out of space with 60 intakes within 4 days(City Dogs Cleveland)
“Unfortunately, the dogs haven’t slowed down and we are not getting enough back into homes. We still urgently need help from our community to find homes for dogs!” City Dogs Cleveland stated on Nov. 8.
City Dogs from left to right:
Top Row: Syrena, Starburst, Rita, Garth
Middle Row: Rowena, Enoki, Morty, Big Larry
Bottom Row: Ceasar, Glinda, Turbo, Razzle(City Dogs Cleveland)
CLAIM YOUR DOG
City Dogs Cleveland wants to get lost dogs back to their owners.
Click here to see all of the lost/found dogs in the kennel.
The Cleveland kennel is located at 9203 Detroit Avenue and can be reached at 216-664-3069.
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“If you don’t reach someone live right away, PLEASE leave a voicemail as these are checked regularly,” City Dogs insisted. “If you know anyone who is missing a pet, please have them check the kennel ASAP!”
ADOPT
If you would like to adopt one (or more!)click here to see the precious pups just waiting to be part of your family.
For those who can’t make the adoption event or want to avoid a potential wait, click here to set up a meet and greetwith the dog who is pulling on your heartstrings from the photos.
The $61 adoption fee includes:
microchip
county license
basic vaccinations
spay/neuter surgery
and of course, a lifetime of love!
FOSTER
Even if you aren’t able to adopt at this time, but still have some room in your home and heart, you can click here to learn about fostering a dog.
“It will save a life, but isn’t a lifelong commitment,” City Dogs Cleveland stated.
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VOLUNTEER
If you only have room in your heart and your schedule, become a volunteer!
The City of Cleveland said volunteers can help with:
dog walking
events
fostering
transport
social media and networking
photography
training
and more!
Email citydogs@city.cleveland.oh.us or call 216-664-3069 for more information about future volunteer opportunities.
DONATE
For those who are unable to adopt or foster at this time but still want to help, the kennel is always in need of monetary and item donations, like the dogs’ favorite chew dogs.
“Providing the dogs with in-kennel enrichment is so important when our facility is so full,” City Dogs Cleveland stated.
You don’t even have to go to the store or stop by the kennel to drop off your donations!
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Just purchase these items from the City Dogs wish lists on Amazon or Chewy, and they will be automatically delivered to the kennel.
Click here to view the City Dogs Cleveland Amazon wish list.
Click here to view the City Dogs Cleveland Chewy wish list.
Cleveland Browns vs. New York Jets, November 9, 2025
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Browns fans were busy digging their heads in the sand on Sunday when their phones buzzed to give them more bad news.
Around the same time one Cleveland franchise became the first since 2013 to allow a kick return touchdown and punt return touchdown in the same quarter on Sunday, another became the first in its sport this century to have two players indicted on federal gambling charges. And it wasn’t even 2 o’clock Cleveland time.
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