Vistula Historic District in Toledo in Lucas County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
James Colbert Park
Photographed by Craig Doda, February 26, 2023
1. James Colbert Park Marker
James Colbert lived a purposeful life, devoted to caring for his family and his neighbors. James was a North Toledo resident with a passion for his community. He was always engaged in many projects, working for the benefit of others. He happily took the time to listen to, converse with, and care for the youth in the neighborhood. He had the ability to empower young people to accomplish their goals and achieve their dreams. His warm and inclusive spirit earned him the nickname "Mr. North End."
James served as an Interim Director at the Friendly Center and the Minister of Hospitality at Salem Lutheran Church. He will always be remembered as the wonderful neighbor, friend, and passionate community advocate he was. May his passion for building community and caring for young people be remembered and practiced into the future. In his memory, be kind, share love, and teach peace.
Erected by Salem Lutheran Church.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Parks & Recreational Areas.
Location. 41° 39.594′ N, 83° 31.461′ W. Marker is in Toledo, Ohio, in Lucas County. It is in the Vistula Historic District. It is on Eagle Lane south of Chestnut Street
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Regionally, this marker is on Ohio’s Lake Erie Shore. It is also in the American Midwest, on the Great Lakes, and in the Corn Belt. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Vistula Historic District (a few steps from this marker); Salem Lutheran Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Judge Paul William Alexander Park (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Vistula Historic District (approx. 0.2 miles away); Electric Auto-Lite Strike of 1934 (approx. 0.3 miles away); Artist Statement (approx. 0.3 miles away); During May 1934 (approx. 0.3 miles away); Dual Steering Wheel (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Toledo.
Photographed by Craig Doda, February 26, 2023
2. James Colbert Park Marker
Photographed by Craig Doda, February 26, 2023
3. James Colbert Park
Credits. This page was last revised on February 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 26, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 378 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 26, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
