Howard H. Pinkley “Mayor of Point Place”, 85, was taken by the Lord on September 1, 2012 to help organize the activities of Heaven. He was born in Toledo, OH on April 20, 1927 to Harold C. and Carrie L. (Kerchevall) Pinkley who welcomed him into Heaven.

Howard was a faithful patriot and served courageously in 2 branches of the Military; Navy and Army. His country is forever grateful for his service and his sacrifices. Howard was the beloved son of Point Place and worked diligently to preserve the history and to keep advancing its attributes so that the residents of Point Place would prosper. Howard was very instrumental in the development of; the Point Place Lighthouse, the Nautical Village Walkway and the Howard Pinkley Landing for canoes and kayaks.

Howard was President of Flags Sales and Repairs, LLC since 1960. His memberships included; Point Place Business Association; Harbor Light Masonic Lodge, as a Past Master; Zenobia Shrine Temple: 32nd Degree Mason Scottish Rite, Mariners Unit Past Director; International Park Board member; Western Lake Erie Historical Society, Past President; Willis B. Boyer Museum Ship, Advisor; Founding Member of Flags for Point Place; and Founder of Point Place Days Parade. Howard belonged to the following yacht clubs: Ottawa River Yacht Club, life member; Order of Blue Gavel; Toledo Ice Yacht Club, Past Commodore, and life member; Riverview Yacht Club; Past Ole Man of the River; Associated Yacht Club, Past Commodore and Past Executive Secretary for 25 years; Inter Lake Yachting Association Delegate for over 50 years; Monroe Boat Club, life member; North Cape Yacht Club, 35 years; Jolly Rodgers Sailing Club, founding member since 1945. Howard’s life was a full life.

Point Place was his dearly loved home. He did everything in his power to make sure she was never forgotten and always held in high esteem. Point Place grieves for her loss for the empty shoes Howard left behind which will never be filled with the spirit and determination that Howard had. In 2004, First Lady Laura Bush ventured into Flags Sales and Repair to meet Howard and before she left hugged Howard and thanked him for his gracious hospitality that he was famous for.

Sadly he leaves his precious daughters; Lauri S. (Ed) Zunkiewicz, Heidi K. (Ken) Germain, and Wendy M. (Jeff) Beallas; grandchildren, Chad Stewart, Kelly Zunkiewicz, Becky Zunkiewicz, Corey Beallas, Ben Beallas, Sarah Germain and Jason Germain; sister-in-law, Sharron Pinkley; and brother-in-law, Robert A. (Louise) Fox. Howard was also reunited with his beloved wife, Mary (2009); and brother, Donald Pinkley.

Visitation will begin Tuesday and Wednesday, September 4th and 5th, 2012 from 2-8 pm both days at David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, 5300 N. Summit St. (419.726.1583) with Associate Yacht Club Services at 6 pm on Wednesday followed by Harbor Light Lodge #746 F.& A.M. Masonic Services at 7 pm. Visitation also Thursday, September 6, 2012 from 9-11 am at Messiah Lutheran Church, 4703 N. Summit St., Toledo, OH; Funeral Services will begin 11 am in the church. Pastor Cindy Getzinger will officiate. Entombment will be at Toledo Memorial Park.

Contributions in Howard’s memory will be to Messiah Lutheran Church or Shriners Hospital. Those wishing to leave a kind word, a fond memory or photos for the family to receive may do so at www.jasinfuneralhome.com He touched so many lives, he changed so many things, his passions were contagious, and his memory is forever. Sail on Howard, sail on.

This is our big fundraiser for both the Scholarship and the Legacy Foundations of the PPBA. All proceeds will go directly to those two foundations.

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Photo by Joyce Ejhinger

Thanks to everyone who made our 2012 Point Place Days such a great success!

The Sandpiper, owned by Mary Dalby, was featured in the May 24, 2012 edition of the Blade. Check it out here!

Point Place Days is an annual celebration of the Point Place and Shoreland community that takes place during the month of June. There are dozens of events throughout the month – something for everyone!

We have scavenger hunts, barbeques, car shows, Kids’ Day at Kroger, fireworks, concerts, bike contests, and much more!

Click here for the Calendar of Events.

Click here for the events listed in Calendar form.

And of course, we have our fantastic PARADE!

The parade is only a few weeks away. Is your organization signed up to participate in the parade? The deadline has been extended, so register today? Download the forms below, and then mail it in to the address on the phone, or fax it to 419-729-1530.

This year’s parade theme is The Point – A Place for All Seasons

Parade Forms

Here are are all the forms and documents you need to participate in or donate to our parade:

Financial Support Letter – print and send in with your donation to Point Place Days and Parade

Parade Entry Form – Tell us all about your parade entry

Rules and Agreement Form – Read and sign to complete your parade registration

Parade Meeting

There will be an important Point Place Days Parade and Events meeting, Friday, June 1 at Messiah Lutheran Church starting at 6:30 pm.  All are invited and encouraged to come.

Paul Frederickson

Paul R. Frederickson, 75, a beloved resident of Point Place, peacefully entered into heaven on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 while surrounded by his loved ones. Paul was born on December 13, 1936 in Detroit, MI to James E. and Bonita A. (Richardson) Frederickson; both have preceded him in death.

Paul served in the Army National Guard, and his country is forever grateful for his courage and sacrifices. He was the proprietor for Frederickson’s Greenhouse from 1982 till 2001. Paul belonged to many organizations and very worthy causes; no one could ever claim that he was idle in any way. He belonged to the P.P.B.A. (Point Place Business Association), Toledo Harbor Light Preservation Society, Point Place Heritage Society, Toledo Zoo, and served as the Grand Marshall in the 2011 Point Place Days Parade.

Paul was awarded the Anchor Award in 2011 recognizing him for his many contributions to the community. He is one of the many reasons Point Place is the “Best Place Any Place.”

He is survived by his nieces and nephews; Ruth (Tom) Williamson, Nancy (Ken) Kredo, Joseph (Nancy) Frederickson, Susan (Gary) Owens, and James (Sue) Frederickson; 3 grandnieces and 2  grandnephews; brother-in-law; Arthur Love; his most devoted friend, Rita Barborich; dear friend, Mike Gootee; and “Inky.” Paul was also preceded in death by parents; sister, Vivian Love; along with his brother and sister-in-law; James and Mary Lou Frederickson.

Visitation will held on Friday, March 9, 2012 from 2-8 pm at David R. Jasin-Hoening Funeral Home, 5300 N. Summit St., (419.726.1583). The funeral Service will begin on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 10 am in the funeral home with Pastor Mike DeLong officiating. Interment will be in Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions be made to; Hospice of NWO, Toledo Harbor Light Preservation Society, c/o Toledo Harbor Light Society, 1750 Park Rd #2, Oregon, Ohio 43618, or Point Place Scholarship Fund. Those wishing to express a word of encouragement, share a fond memory, or show a photo for the family may do so at www.jasinfuneralhome.com

“Real joy comes not from ease or riches or from the praise of men, but from doing something worthwhile (Everyday).” Sir Wilfred Grenfell (1865-1940). These were the very words that were engrained into the person of Paul R. Frederickson.

The PPBA Scholarship Foundation announces that college scholarships are available for eligible high school seniors that live in the 43611 zip code.

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FOX Toledo News, along with SMB Construction and the American Red Cross of Greater Toledo, is offering an opportunity to get a FREE smoke detector on Friday, January 13.

Smoke detectors will be given out at the Washington Township Fire Station, 2469 Shoreland Ave.. in Toledo, from 4-7 p.m.

This event is open to anyone in need of a smoke detector for their home or business.

Special thanks to PPBA member Jim Mossing of SMB Construction, and the Washington Township Fire Station.