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the first female to score a touchdown on the high school football team. “I’m on the JV team. But we had a large lead against South Bend Clay that evening, so Coach Stoner put in the JV team. There was a lot of adrenalin and emotion that evening. I felt like all my hard work paid off.” This is Clere’s seventh year on a Jimtown football team. “When I asked my mom if I could go out for football, she said no. I kept

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prodding her. Finally, she let me go out for the Rocket League in fifth grade. I absolutely loved it.” Clere is a trail blazer. “Back then, it was unheard of for a girl to play football on a boys team. Some people were not very happy about it. I heard some unkind remarks. I think what hurt the most is that many thought I wanted to be a boy. That was not the case at all. I just love athletics.” While in sixth grade, Clere scored a touchdown for the Rocket League. “I was thinking about that fond memory on the 24th. I had no idea that five years later I would score another touchdown on the high school team.” Now there are three girls on the Rocket football team at Jimtown. “I think I’ve been a role model. I want girls to know that if you truly love a sport, you’ll keep going no matter the opposition.” Some of Clere’s male football teammates have traveled with her from her Rocket days. She remains the only girl on the high school team. “They have my back no matter what. Without them, I could never have scored that touchdown.” Clere’s father was on the sidelines to celebrate with her after the touchdown. “I wear my dad’s number 18 on my jersey. He was also a JHS football player. After I scored a touchdown, I spotted him out of the corner of my eye. I ran to him, and he gave me the biggest

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another fictitious attack, but they have left the southern border wide open. They are bussing and flying illegals all over the country and giving them everything they need for free. They have even removed parts of the border wall in Arizona to make it easier for the illegals to get in. Biden’s handlers have installed an unconstitutional vaccine mandate to force all Americans to get the vaccine, but no illegals have to get the vaccine or wear a mask. Biden just mandated 50% of all automobiles be electric by 2033 to use “renewal energy,” yet many of the materials that go into E’s are rare earth non-renewable resources. They are the ultimate “do as I say, not as I do” implementers.

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Why is Congress, the federal judges, staff exempt from Biden’s vaccine mandates?

Leaders lead which they do by example, so why do our political leaders in the House and Senate with their staffs have a vaccine exemption? I thought Biden was making all government workers get the shot? This is typical of a Marxists run system where you do as I say not as I do. Typical liberal hypocrisy.

Not experts To “Ignorant” I am truly amazed by the crap that is printed. I am sure you won’t print this. Just a question. I’m an intelligent person. I read many things printed that don’t seem political or violent and gets printed. When I want to have something printed about human kindness example about the angels from Middlebury Pantry which I submitted a few weeks ago, nothing, or an act of kindness that happened was not printed. We are intelligent people and I am going to quit reading it because this is stupid. There is nothing positive at all. ‘the PAPER’ needs to hire somebody else. That’s all I have to say.

Need stimulus Will the normal people of this area ever see another stimulus check? We would like to know.

Now a dictator Dementia Joe Biden’s people have officially made him the dictator of the United States, and the Democrats are officially the Nazi party. Everything his people are putting in place is meant to take our freedom away. Now Joe was instructed by his handlers to force a vaccine mandate. We are being forced to either get the vaccine or be removed from society. Businesses now have to force their employees to get the vaccine or be fired, and anyone fired because of vaccine refusal will not be allowed to collect unemployment. He told us they’ve been patient, but now they are having to take drastic action to “protect the American people.” At the same time Joe literally left Americans behind in Afghanistan. The

A fascist Democrats want the whole U.S. to be like the inner cities. Biden is a fascist. If you don’t do what he says, no jobs, no food, no nothing for you.

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Joe is not known for his intellect or honesty. He said he had “graduated with three degrees from college,’’ where he was “the outstanding student in the political science department.” “I went to law school on a full academic scholarship the only one in my class to do so.” All rubbish. Biden claimed he “went to law school on a full academic scholarship’’ and he had “ended up in the top half’’of his class. All lies. Biden graduated from Delaware with a single bachelor of arts degree and a ‘’C’’ average, ranking 506th in a class of 688 students. From law school he graduated 76th in a class of 85. Any questions?

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To the caller of “No excuses,” where you selfishly said you would not give up a hospital bed to unvaccinated people because we’re too stupid to go get jabbed, and we should all just go out and die. You are a truly horrible, despicable, ignorant, evil person who can and will end up in a place I can’t say, which is the opposite of heaven. My decision to not get vaccinated is my choice that is best for me and my family. They don’t care about you, they don’t care about me or anyone else. COVID has been Democrat propaganda to win elections. Instead of the Jews, they have created a new enemy of the U.S. — unvaccinated Americans. Now the Democrats are saying unvaccinated people are spreading COVID and killing people, even though it’s a lie because vaccinated people are catching and spreading the virus just as easily.

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Climate change is a farce created by the media and the politicians it benefits, said physicist Steven Koonin. In his book “Unsettled: What Climate Science Tells Us, What It Doesn’t, and Why It Matters” he relates according to data from the U.S. government, there are “no detectable human influences” on natural disasters like hurricanes for more than a century, and today’s heat waves in the U.S. are just as common as they were back in 1900. An excellent documentary “Climate Hustle 1 & 2” exposes how the United Nations IPCC is using climate change for gaining more control over sovereign countries and is a detailed scientific rebuttal of the narrative the Marxist Democrats are using to hoodwink us into believing this nonsense. That will douse anyone’s hair that caught fire! Also check out wattsupwiththat.com.

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Democrats in blue states are requiring people to show their vaccine papers in order to do anything. It starts with vaccine mandates and ends with the Constitution torn into confetti.

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Trump is a cancer to the country and it spreads on and is a very specific need for health leaders to save our community but the commissioners voted no to help them. Thanks to God for good mayors in Goshen and Elkhart who care about the community. County council board loves politics more than their health for the families and community. They would rather let them die before wearing masks to save the lives of many. It is not the way God taught us to live. Practice God’s ways to help and not self satisfaction. We need new council members to bring back health instead of destroying lives. Everyone needs to help to do what is right even if it is against love for yourself. Always wear a mask. Save your life and others. Republicans are trying to make us a Russian dictatorship to destroy.

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There have been 12 barn fires in Elkhart, St. Joseph and Kosciusko counties in the past six months. Many of them are clearly of suspicious origins. These fires are terrifying and devastating to families as they lose livelihoods, cherished animals, animal feed and bedding, valuable equipment, business assets and antiques. Barns can be rebuilt but never with the timbers and beams of yesteryear. There is also the great risk of injury and loss of human life (fire fighters or families rescuing animals and equipment). We all are losing heritage barns that enrich our community. The fires also cause anxiety throughout the rural community because no one knows when they will be next. I think there needs to be a reward fund set up and funded to be given to anyone who turns in evidence leading to conviction of the arsonist.

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INDOT and Elkhart County hosting public hearing Indiana Department of Transportation and Elkhart County will host a public hearing Wednesday, Oct. 13, to offer all interested persons an opportunity to comment on current preliminary design plans for the Elkhart Local Trax Railroad Grade Separation project at Sunnyside Avenue and CR 13 in Elkhart County. Doors open at 5 p.m.; hearing will begin at 6 p.m. at Concord High School, Community Learning Room, 59117 Minuteman Way, Elkhart. Attendees should park near and enter Door 16. Project team members will be available before and following the formal hearing procedure. An online presentation will be held prior to the hearing at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, via We-

bEx Event. Attendees should register in advance here: bit. ly/2XHwgA4. Project limits are along Sunnyside Avenue from US 33/ Main Street to CR 13; along Concord Mall Drive from CR 20/Mishawaka Road to US 33/ Main Street; along CR 13 from Greenwood Boulevard to 280 feet north of US 33/Main Street; and, along Center Drive from CR 20/Mishawaka Road to Concord Mall Drive. The purpose of the project is to reduce the exposure of motorists and pedestrians to rail traffic, and to increase mobility in this area of Elkhart County. The preferred alternative will require two commercial relocations, three residential relocations, approximately 13.83 acres of new permanent right

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Mattresses/box springs Good neighbors: I have two full-size mattresses and box springs, gently used, free for anyone who could use them. You pick up, south side of Warsaw. Call or text (574) 551-0635.

Upright piano Good neighbors: I have an older, upright Story & Clark piano, just needs a little TLC. Free, you pick up, south side of Warsaw. Call or text (574) 551-0635.

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Four-wheel walker — Does anyone have a four-wheel walker, 36 inches high, with a basket you no longer need? Reply through this column with your phone number. — A reader Mason jars/flower pots — Does anyone have oldfashioned blue-green Mason canning jars they would be willing to part with? Also looking for extra large flower pots. Call (574) 825-4204, ext. 1. Flower vases — Does anyone have a need for leftover flower vases from an estate sale? Many of them are jumbo-sized as they were used for gladioli bouquets. Call (574) 773-0721, ext. 5. Small wood stove — Looking for a small wood stove for a shop. Call (574) 312-0445.

Good neighbors: I will take any old cards and make good use of them. Call (330) 473-8366. I am in the Warsaw/Claypool area.

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Good neighbors: Rochester High School cheerleaders are collecting donations for the Fulton County Animal Shelter from now until Friday, Oct. 15. Donations may be dropped at the Shopping Guide News until 4 p.m. Oct. 15 or donations may be dropped off at the gate of the home football game at 7 p.m. Oct. 15.

Hearing aid batteries Good neighbors: I have several packages of size 312 hearing aid batteries we no longer need. Free to anyone who can use them. Reply through this column. Syracuse area.

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Macaroni and cheese — Does anyone have a good recipe for macaroni and cheese? Reply through this column. — A reader Patio chair repair — Is there anyone in Kosciusko County who can replace the sling fabric on metal patio chairs or know of someone who does? I have six chairs that need done. Reply through this column. — A reader Lost ladder — We lost an 8-foot yellow Keller ladder off our truck on the evening of Thursday, Sept. 30, soon after 10:15 p.m. We were on the roads around the Leesburg area and when realizing it fell off, went back to look and it was gone. To whoever picked up our ladder, we would really appreciate having it back. Please call (574) 253-7218.

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After 55 years in business, Monteith’s Best One Tire & Auto Care announced they are aquiring Persing Tire and Auto Service Inc., a Nappanee company founded in 2002 by Rick & Donna Persing. The team at Monteith’s wishes to thank Rick and Donna for their 19 years of community service and is committed to continuing with their legacy of excellent customer service and professional, reliable service. The acquisition means Monteith’s Best One Tire & Auto care will now have the capability to service new and existing customers with their tire and automotive service needs in Nappanee, in addition to the locations in Elkhart, Kosciusko, Marshall and Kankakee counties. Monteith’s Best-One Tire and Auto Care is a part of the community, locally owned and operated. Monteith’s has served Michiana for 55 years. In 1966 Monteith Tire was founded in Warsaw on principles of true American entrepreneurship. Because of those principles they have grown from one Monteith Tire in Warsaw to 12 Monteith’s Best-One stores in Elkhart, Kosciusko, Marshall and Kankakee counties. Monteith’s is a part of the Best-One group which has nearly 250 stores, giving them buying power on major name brand tires like Bridgestone and Firestone, yet still maintaining local ownership. “We want to thank Rick and Donna Persing for their many years of serving the Nappanee community, not only through their business, but through pos-

Milford Food Bank invites community to fight food insecurity Milford Food Bank invites the community to help them fight food insecurity in the area. All events will be from 3-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at Milford School, 618 W. Emeline St. Enter through the north doors. There will be three opportunities for the community to participate. Registration will begin at 3 p.m. for the Milford Miles for Hunger. The 1 and 2 mile races beginning at 4 p.m. with the half-mile race starting at 4:30 p.m. Awards will be presented for the divisions and overall winners after the races are finished. Registration information is available at www.milfordfoodbank.org/blog. A haystack supper will start at 5 p.m. The meal will be provided by Milford community churches. A freewill donation will be accepted. Lastly, the benefit auction will be from 6-8 p.m. All the items up for auction were donated by local businesses and community members. Auction items include grills, patio furniture, tools, gift cards, baked goods and home decor. Help the food bank, who has been serving this community since 2009, fight food insecurity which as of a 2019 study effects 15.3% of children and is only projected to get worse. The mission is to show

God’s loving heart by providing food to those in the areas that are food insecure with the help of local food pantries. This is accomplished through collecting and purchasing food in bulk and redistributing it to local pantries. Unsure what food insecurity is? It is when an individual doesn’t have access to sufficiently nutritious foods needed to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. This could be because of poverty and a family’s needs to balance nutrition with housing and health. It could be because of sudden changes with a loss of a job or a sudden medical expense. No matter what the reason, the food bank would like to put an end to it with the help of the community. If unable to attend the event and still wish to help, donations can be sent to Milford Food Bank, P.O. Box 116, Milford, IN 46542. For more information or questions email Milford Food Bank at milfordfoodbank@gmail.com.

sessing a servant’s heart and consistently finding ways to give back through their charitable donations and kind actions. We are committed to super serving the Nappanee community and following in their footsteps. Beyond that, we will honor any existing service agreements, war-

ranties, and commitments. Our mission statement is to always be creating raving fans. Our hope is that by adding this new location, it will make servicing our new and existing customers more convenient for them. We are looking forward to growing with the Nappanee community,”

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OBITUARIES Wanda D. Balsley Wanda D. Balsley, 76, North Fort Myers, Fla., died Oct. 1, 2021, at Hope Hospice, Cape Coral, Fla. Born Oct. 26, 1944, she married Lloyd E. Balsley March 13, 1971. He preceded her in death June 24, 2020. Survivors include a son, Brian Balsley, Cape Coral; brothers, Phil Hartman, Wakarusa, and Max Hartman, Goshen; sisters, Paula Clark, Elkhart, Donna Caskey, Goshen, and Regina Hartman, Wakarusa. Services were held Oct. 11.

Iowa, and Rev. Timothy Curtiss, Ottumwa, Iowa; siblings, Bonifacio Marlon Lalisan, Bernardita Muros, Memie Del Lena, Salyn Batacon, Jemma Lapara, Emmalyn Barro, and Jocelyn Lalisan. She was preceded in death by her first husband, David Canell Sr. Services were held Oct. 7.

Emily Frenger Emily Frenger, 69, Bremen, died Sept. 29, 2021. Born Feb. 26, 1952, she married Richard Frenger. Her survivors include a daughter, Veronica Berger. Services were held Oct. 7.

Kenneth L. Beachy

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Kenneth L. Beachy, 63, Wakarusa, died at 3:10 a.m. Oct. 4, 2021, in his home. Born May 16, 1958, he married Anna Marie Miller June 3, 1978. She survives with sons, Ervin Beachy, Wakarusa, and Kenny Beachy, Mishawaka; daughters, Angie Mattern and Starla Beachy, Wakarusa; brothers, Wayne Beachy, Goshen, Keith Beachy, Mission, Texas, and Karol Beachy, Nappanee; and sister, Linda Miller, Amboy. A celebration of life service was held Oct. 8.

Jerry L. Gerzeski, 74, Goshen, died Sept. 28, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born April 25, 1947, he married Beverly A. Biskner Nov. 6, 1965. She survives with a son, Gerald Gerzeski; and sister, Sara Sherwin. There were no services held for Mr. Gerzeski.

Jaelee M. Bender Jaelee M. Bender, Goshen, daughter of Joshua Bender and Marcia Miller, died Oct. 2, 2021. She was born Jan. 11, 2021. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a brother, Colt Bender; grandparents, Mark and Esther Bender, Middlebury, Bill and Mary Miller, Shipshewana; and greatgrandmother, Edna Miller, Middlebury. Services were held Oct. 8.

James R. Breniser James R. Breniser, 97, Middlebury, died at 5:48 p.m. Sept. 30, 2021, in his home. Born June 26, 1924, he married Bernis J. Waugaman Nov. 4, 1950. She preceded him in death May 2, 2020. Survivors include daughters, Susie Gipson and Laurie Schmidt, Middlebury. Services were held Oct. 4.

James E. Brown James E. Brown, 68, Bremen, died at 2:10 p.m. Oct. 4, 2021, at Memorial Hospital. Born Dec. 12, 1952, he married Maryln Pohybko June 27, 1970. She survives with a son, JB Brown, Bremen; his mother, Phyllis Brown, Plymouth; sisters, Trudy Pijut, Argos, Cindy Piechowiak, Daytona Beach, Fla., and Jody Brown, Plymouth. Services were held Oct. 12.

Shaina L. Burns Shaina L. Burns, 41, Elkhart, died at 8:04 a.m. Sept. 29, 2021, at Ernestine M. Raclin House, Mishawaka. She was born April 24, 1980, and married Kurtis Burns April 17, 2001. He survives with sons, Riordan and Jordan Burns, Elkhart; foster daughter, Abby Leighton, Elkhart; her father and stepmother, Robert and Marjorie Jones; her mother, Renee Jones; and mother-in-law, Viola Nordman. A visitation celebrating her life was held Oct. 9.

Johnny D. Carr Johnny D. Carr, 51, Elkhart, died Oct. 1, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born July 3, 1970, he is survived by a son, Jared Carr, Bristol; stepson, Josh Myers, Granger; his parents, Daniel J. Carr Sr., Florida, Bonnie and Larry Barton, Bristol. Services were held Oct. 7.

Sylvia Curtiss Sylvia Montesa Lalisan Curtiss, 67, Elkhart, died Oct. 1, 2021. Born Feb. 17, 1954, she is survived by her husband, Rev. Joel P. Curtiss; daughters, Andrea Russell, Mishawaka, and Nicole Lambright, Goshen; son, David Canell Jr., Urbana, Ohio; stepsons, Jonathan Curtiss, Wyoming, Mich., Paul Curtiss, Oskaloosa,

Richard D. Gleim Richard D. Gleim, 91, Middlebury, died at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 1, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor, LaGrange. Born July 21, 1930, he is survived by brothers, W. Rex Gleim, Middlebury, and Stephen K. Gleim, Indianapolis. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, was in charge of arrangements.

Samuel Graber Samuel Graber, 94, Goshen, died at 7:10 p.m. Oct. 1, 2021, at Hubbard Hill Estates, Elkhart. Born April 6, 1927, he married Adeline Kauffman Dec. 24, 1947. She survives with a daughter, Sonya Miller, Middlebury; sons, Lawrence Graber, Sarasota, Fla., Mark and Samuel J. Graber, San Antonio, Texas; sisters, Esther Riegsecker, Middlebury, and Ruby Miller, White Pigeon, Mich.; sisters-in-law, Cora Graber, Three Rivers, Mich., and Edna Graber, Middlebury. Services were held Oct. 6.

Mark J. Hochstetler Mark J. Hochstetler, 63, Middlebury, died Sept. 29, 2021, in his home. He was born Aug. 29, 1958, and married Jane Schrock Nov. 29, 1980. She survives with a son, Jared Hochstetler, Goshen; daughters, Kristi Troyer, Hicksville, Ohio, and Karmen Miller, Woodburn; his mother, Alta Hochstetler, Goshen; sisters, Ruth Mullet, Sugarcreek, Ohio, Anita Yoder, Ligonier, and Grace Bontrager, Goshen; and brother, Nate Hochstetler, Middlebury. Services were held Oct. 5.

Joyce A. James Joyce A. James, 91, Goshen, died Oct. 1, 2021, at Greencroft Healthcare. She was born April 2, 1930, and married John James June 14, 1952. He preceded her in death April 2, 2009. Survivors include daughters, Jennifer Grimm, Jillisa Long, Jamye Scanlon and Julia Royce; sons, Jay and Jeff James; and sister-in-law, Suzanne Smith. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Oct. 16 at Pleasant View Church, 58529 CR 23, Goshen. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be given to the church.

Curtis M. Jones Curtis M. Jones, 50, Bristol, died Oct. 5, 2021. He was born Feb. 21, 1971, and married Megan Havens July 10, 2004. She survives with sons, Casey D. Jones, U.S. Marine Corps, Kansas City, Mo., and Cohen Jones; daughter, Stella Jones; brothers, David Champaigne, Leonardtown, Md., and Jason Champaigne, Elkhart; his parents, Carol and James Champaigne, Elkhart; mother-in-law, Barb Havens and Joe Schultz; his wife’s brothers, Josh and Caleb. Services were held Oct. 11.

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Leroy F. Hartman, 81, Elkhart, died at 3:39 p.m. Oct. 5, 2021, at Elkhart General Hospital. Born Dec. 25, 1939, he married Marlene Snyder May 28, 1961. She survives with daughters, Sherry Hartman and Michele Zachary, Elkhart; son, Brent Hartman, Elkhart; sister, Rita Harter, Wakarusa; and brother, Lewis Hartman, Goshen. Services were held Oct. 12.

Sharon K. Kauffman, 75, Goshen, died Oct. 4, 2021, at Courtyard Healthcare. She was born July 20, 1946, and married Michael M. Kauffman Jan. 31, 1965. He preceded her in death April 7, 1967. Survivors include daughters, Michele M. and Melissa M. Kauffman, Goshen; brothers, Everett Perrin, Tacoma, Wash., Dennis and James Perrin, Goshen; sisters, Betty Mast and Kathy Rohn. Services were held Oct. 11.

Lillian F. Heintz

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Lillian F. Heintz, 89, Elkhart, died Oct. 2, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa. Born Aug. 20, 1932, she is survived by a grandson; sisters, Mary Dominguez and Maedene Chaney, Elkhart. Graveside services were held Oct. 8.

Rosemary Kirkdorffer, 71, Middlebury, died at 3:49 p.m. Oct. 2, 2021, in her home. Born Oct. 10, 1949, she married Gary Kirkdorffer June 10, 1978. He survives with a daughter, Hannah Oxford, Middlebury; brother, Charlie Ransom, Bristol; sister-in-law, Lina Grose, Florida. Services were held Oct. 6.

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Gerald P. Hepler Gerald P. Hepler, 74, Milford, died at 6:52 p.m. Oct. 6, 2021, in his home. He was born March 25, 1947, and married Linda Bricker May 27, 1978. She preceded him in death April 25, 2013. Survivors include a daughter, Tiffany Nolin, Milford; son, Travis Hepler, Buchanan, Mich.; stepdaughter, Staci Locke, Leesburg; brother, Robert Hepler, Syracuse; sisters, Marilyn Shaw, Florida, Ruthie Manges, Bremen, and Delores Hepler, Goshen. Services were held Oct. 12.

Patricia A. Lambert Patricia A. Lambert, 90, Middlebury, died Oct. 2, 2021, in Sturgis, Mich. Born July 3, 1931, she married Louis L. Lambert, who preceded her in death. Survivors include her children, William A. Means Jr., Larry Means, Lew Means and Rhonda McDonald; brother-in-law, Fred Lambert; and best friend, Nancy Heron. Private graveside services will be held at a later date.

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Denise K. Miller

Vernon L. Hershberger, 88, Goshen, died Oct. 2, 2021, at Courtyard Healthcare Center. He was born Aug. 9, 1933, and married Norma J. Weaver Nov. 27, 1954. She survives with daughters, Beverly Rink and Gail Hershberger, Goshen, Cindy McCarthy, Osceola, and Deborah Chupp, New Paris; sons, Dennis Hershberger, Elkhart, and Doug Hershberger, Goshen. Private services were held for Mr. Hershberger.

Denise K. Miller, 68, Warsaw, died Oct. 3, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor. She was born Oct. 5, 1952, and married Glen Miller Nov. 14, 1970. He preceded her in death Oct. 23, 2019. Survivors include sons, John Miller, Milford, and Steven Miller, Wakarusa; daughter, Lisa Watts, Leesburg; brother, David Ingle, Nappanee; and sister, Kathy Doering, Nappanee.

Services were held Oct. 7.

Jan F. Myers Jan F. Myers, 63, Kendallville, died Oct. 5, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Born May 8, 1958, he is survived by daughters, Jennifer Myers, New Paris, Kristal Myers, Kendallville, and Ashlie Thomas, Topeka; brothers, Dan Myers, Elkhart, Paul Myers, Chicago, Ill., Lamar Myers, Lancaster, Pa., and Dallas Myers, Albuquerque, N.M.; sisters, Carolyn Chupp, Shipshewana, Colleen Glick, New Paris, and Sonja Ritter, Ocala, Fla. Services were held Oct. 9.

Jay I. Peachey Jay I. Peachey, 73, Goshen, died at 4:04 p.m. Oct. 1, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Syracuse. Born May 21, 1948, he married Eleanor Slabaugh July 26, 1968. She preceded him in death Feb. 12, 2019. Survivors include his children, Stanton Peachey, Goshen, and Rhea Peachey, Nappanee; sisters, Stella Grant, Betty Yoder and Susan J. Peachey, Sarasota, Fla.; and brother, Elrose Peachey, Bremen. Services were held Oct. 7.

Rosemary K. Poe Rosemary K. Poe, 72, Elkhart, died Oct. 1, 2021, at East Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born May 2, 1949, and is survived by brothers, Joe Poe, Killeen, Texas, and Paul Poe, Goshen; sisters, Rita M. Moore, Elkhart, and Kathy Livings. Services were held Oct. 8.

Betty Lou Ramer Betty Lou Ramer, 88, Greenfield, died Sept. 29, 2021, at IU North Hospital, Carmel. She was a former resident of Shipshewana. Born March 11, 1933, she married William E. Ramer Sept. 23, 1951. He preceded her in death Jan. 11, 2021. Survivors include a daughter, Brenda Ahonen, Greenfield; son, Burdette Ramer, Kendallville; sisters, Patricia Blankenship, Athens, Mich., and Kathleen Faust, Fort Wayne. Services were held Oct. 6.

Alice R. Schrock Alice R. Schrock, 96, Claypool, died at 9:26 a.m. Sept. 29, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. She was born June 4, 1925, and married Dale R. Schrock June 23, 1946. He preceded her in death. Survivors include daughters, Dale A. Pace, Polk City, Fla., and Nita Malcolm, Claypool; and brother, John Rink, Rio Rancho, N.M. Private services were held for Mrs. Schrock. Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Orie O. Schrock Orie O. Schrock, 97, Goshen, died Oct. 1, 2021. Born April 15, 1924, he married Ruth Stoll Dec. 20, 1950. She preceded him in death in 2001. On Oct. 12, 2002, he married Miriam Graber. She survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons, Alan Schrock, Moorhead, Minn., and Marlin Schrock, Waverly, N.Y.; daughters, Anna Pipek, Staples, Minn., and Susan Martin, Pillager, Minn.; stepsons, John, Merlin and Millard Graber, Goshen, and Galen Graber, Wellman, Iowa; stepdaughter, Carol Frisbie, Goshen; brother, Edward Schrock, Clarksville, Mich.; and sister, Martha Albrecht, Three Rivers, Mich. Services were held Oct. 6.

Jeanne A. Sharpe Jeanne A. Sharpe, 79, Goshen, died Sept. 30, 2021, in her home. Born May 5, 1942, she is survived by cousins. Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Donald E. Swihart Donald E. Swihart, 83, Syracuse, died at 7:17 a.m. Oct. 1, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Syracuse. Born June 11, 1938, he married Nancy J. (Kline) Schmuck Nov. 13,

1975. She survives with daughters, Yvonne Bayham, Donaldsonville, La., and Marla Erwin, Brusly, La.; son, Tim Swihart, Asheville, N.C.; stepdaughter, Kimberly Myers, Akron, Ohio; stepson, Robert Schmuck, Nappanee; sisters, Alice Swihart Alvarez, Aibonito, Puerto Rico, and Lois Chalfant, Lubbock, Texas; brothers, Ray Swihart, Goshen, and Roy Swihart, Inverness, Fla. Services were held Oct. 9.

Donna K. Tazelaar Donna K. Tazelaar, 74, Goshen, died Oct. 1, 2021, at Courtyard Healthcare Center. Born May 2, 1947, she married Ed Tazelaar May 21, 2001. He survives with her mother, Waldora (Little) McKee, Kendallville; daughters, Michelle Myers, Fort Wayne, Wendy Ambrosch, St. Cloud, Minn., and Shauna Payne, Swanville, Minn.; son, Wesley Axson, Goshen; sisters, Pat Lanning, Garrett, and Dorene Scott, Front Royale, Va.; and brother, Ronald McKee, Arcadia, Fla. Private family services were held for Mrs. Tazelaar.

Ruth E. Thogerson Ruth E. Thogerson, 64, Shipshewana, died at 6:50 p.m. Oct. 5, 2021, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. Born Nov. 18, 1956, she married Jack E. Thogerson June 22, 2000. He survives with sons, Jason Girten, Elkhart, and Steve Jones, Goshen; daughter, Michelle Miller, Constantine, Mich.; stepson, Dagan Thogerson, Portland, Ore.; stepdaughter, Heidi Thogerson, Buchanan, Mich.; her mother, Berdeen Lawrence, Fredonia, Kan.; brothers, Charles Leitner, LaJunta, Colo., and Robert Gilbert, Brooksville, Fla.; sisters, Penny Lawrence Flournoy, Atlanta, Ga., and Eva Lawrence, Wichita, Kan. Visitation was held Oct. 11.

Mary VanAntwerp Mary Lou VanAntwerp, 88, Howe, died Oct. 3, 2021, at Parkview Noble Hospital, Kendallville. Born July 17, 1933, she married Jack E. VanAntwerp July 16, 1960. He survives with sons, James VanAntwerp, Howe, and Craig VanAntwerp, Indianapolis; daughter, Linda Booher, Indianapolis; foster sons, Mark and Patrick Gray; sisters, Ella A. Yoder, Shipshewana, Frances Prough, LaGrange, and Martha Ann Pence, Sheridan. Private graveside services were held for Mrs. VanAntwerp.

Katherine Verheye Katherine J. Verheye, 90, Wakarusa, died Oct. 1, 2021, at Northwoods Village at Edison Lakes, Mishawaka. Born Oct. 6, 1930, she married Lawrence Verheye. He preceded her in death. She is survived by daughters, Delores Fox and Lynnette Hanes. Services were held Oct. 8.

Lucille Wenger Lucille Wenger, 100, Wakarusa, died Oct. 1, 2021. Born Jan. 5, 1921, she married Clifford Wenger Dec. 27, 1941. He preceded her in death June 6, 2018. Survivors include a daughter, Jane Sell; sons, Phil and Eric Wenger; her adopted family, Marilyn and Doug Rosenberg, Duane Wickey, Trudy (Riaz) Merchant and children. Services were held Oct. 6.

Monroe Yoder Jr. Monroe Yoder Jr., 82, Goshen, died Oct. 2, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born Nov. 18, 1938, he married Susan Kalb (McClintock) Aug. 2, 1997. She survives with daughters, Kaye Hull and Kandi Stover, Ligonier; stepdaughters, Kris Wogomon, Nappanee, and Jackie Kelly, Walled Lake, Mich.; stepsons, Jim Kalb, Elkhart, Kirk Wogomon, North Webster, Kirby Wogomon, Elgin, Ill., and Ken Wogomon, Goshen; and sister, Elizabeth Mast, Goshen. Services were held Oct. 8.

BIRTHS The following Elkhart County area babies were recently born at Goshen Hospital: Braxton Patrick Shaw Brooke and Brandan Shaw, Kimmell, are the parents of a son, Braxton Patrick, born at 7:22 p.m. Sept. 30, 2021. He weighed 6 pounds, 11.7 ounces and was 20 inches long. Andres Maldonado Talia Fernandez and Jose G. Maldonado, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Andres, born at 12:19 a.m. Oct. 2, 2021. He weighed 8 pounds, 8.3 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Beau Allen Bunger Taylor and Derek Bunger, Middlebury, are the parents of a son, Beau Allen, born at 9:50 a.m. Oct. 2, 2021. He weighed 8 pounds, 0.4 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Collins Page Alexander Lyric Lambright and Dillon Alexander, Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter, Collins Page, born at 9:11 p.m. Oct. 3, 2021. She weighed 6 pounds, 14.4 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. BIRTHS ELSEWHERE Mariah Kate Miller Jason and Kaylene (Borkholder) Miller, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Mariah Kate, born at 7:18 a.m. Oct. 1, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Lamar and Rebecca Borkholder, New Paris. Paternal grandparents are Michael and Viola Harper, Nappanee. Mariah joins a brother, Kyle. Ashlyn Marie Zimmerman Eric and Shondella (Martin) Zimmerman, Claypool, are the parents of a daughter, Ashlyn Marie, born at 10:28 p.m. Oct. 1, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Leon and Brenda Martin, Goshen. Paternal grandparents are Devon and Doreen Zimmerman, Claypool. Zander Rhett Bontrager Elmer and Stephanie (Rosales) Bontrager, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Zander Rhett, born at 4:29 a.m. Oct. 3, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 14.5 ounces and was 20 inches long. Maternal grandmother is Monica Reyes. Paternal grandparents are Dewayne and LeAnna Bontrager. Malachi Cole Chupp Anthony and Joetta (Miller) Chupp, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Malachi Cole, born at 11:43 p.m. Oct. 5, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 2.5 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Hospital auxiliary hosting barbecue The auxiliary board of Goshen Hospital will host a drive through Nelson’s Golden Glow Chicken from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, at the Foundation Building parking lot, located near the hospital on SR 15/Main Street. The auxiliary board of Goshen Hospital is made up of 20 volunteers who meet monthly to assist in purchasing equipment for various departments, sending cancer patients on retreats and providing educational materials for classes. The auxiliary does this through fundraising events scheduled throughout the year. Due to COVID, auxiliary members have had very limited access to the hospital. Funds raised through the drivethru chicken barbecue will go directly to worthy causes.

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The following petitions have been filed in Elkhart County Circuit Court, Judge Michael A. Christofeno presiding:

Complaints CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Juan Jesus Coronado, Elkhart, and Juan Manuel Coronado, Goshen, $13,435.60. Resurgent Receivables LLC v. Donna Strauss aka Donna Gibson, Elkhart, $3,053.18. LVNV Funding LLC v. William Hampton, Bristol, $3,706.49; Jared Caudill, Elkhart, $1,780.25; Anyoly Vazquez, Bristol, $1,702.46; Ashley Hunter, Granger, $1,603.48. Capital One Bank USA NA v. Vincent E. Allen aka Edward Allen, Elkhart, $2,102.57; Richard M. Linn, Elkhart, $1,655.18. Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Somsack Southivongnorath, Elkhart, $2,057.02. Bruce Barker, Hoosier Industrial Supply Inc. v. Exact Loss Consulting Inc., South Bend; Solution Pros Inc., South Bend; and Adam Green, Syracuse, $80,228.63 in compensatory and treble damages. Bank of America NA v. Laurie Ann Bonta, Bristol, $7,949.73.

Foreclosures The Money Source Inc. v. Bryan Carlisle, Bristol; Heritage Financial Group Inc., Elkhart; Walnut Apartments LLC, Bristol; Leatherman & Miller, Goshen; James Garner, Elkhart; Brian Gerwels, Elkhart; SCS Credit Corp., South Bend; Phillip L. Miller, Goshen; Indiana Depart-

ment of Revenue, Indianapolis; and Scott Bernard, Elkhart, $98,763.22.

Superior Court III

The following petitions have been filed in Elkhart County Superior Court III, Judge Teresa L. Cataldo presiding:

Complaints Credit Corp Solutions Inc. v. Dakota King, Elkhart, $4,284.49. Cavalry SPV I LLC v. Joshua Southern, Bristol, $969.22. Resurgent Receivables LLC v. Jessica Paton aka Jessica Abshagen, Elkhart, $2,577.93; Lloyd Mast, Goshen, $847.47. LVNV Funding LLC v. Clifton Bennett, Elkhart, $1,201.28. Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Christopher Culbreath, Elkhart, $915.60; Steven Bell, Elkhart, $2,419.55; Karessa Bess aka Karessa Garl, Elkhart, $900.06. Citibank NA v. Rosalba P. Montoya, Middlebury, $16,678.32. Capital One Bank USA NA v. Casey M. Hamilton, Elkhart, $2,418.64. Gateway Financial Solutions v. Shatera Williams, Osceola, $8,809.95. CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Jessie J. Rhodes Jr., Goshen, and Jasmine Rhodes, Syracuse, $24,157.25.

Superior Court IV

The following judgments have been entered in Elkhart County Superior Court IV, Judge Gretchen Lund presiding:

Complaints and Small Claims LVNV Funding LLC v. Andrea Allen, $1,378.80; Lina Esquibel, $810.85; Esvin Garcia, $941.63;

Patrick O’Brien, $1,822.76; H. Schmidtendorff, $2,223.01; Traci Walker, $1,534.40 Credit Corp Solutions Inc. v. Sylvia Cullen, $4,761.78 Snow & Sauerteig LLP v. Loretta Hart, $2,814.29 Principaled Property Management v. Lucas D. Reavis, $4,442 Assurance Property Management v. Keith Robbins, $1,500 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Melvin Stonesantana, $6,649.88 Unifund CCR LLC v. Adrian Valdovinos, $1,484.58

City Court

The following fines, costs and court-related fees were levied in Goshen City Court: Disregarding lighted signal — Penelope R. Schleining, 19, $170 Disregarding official traffic control device — Ivan G. Hernandez Rodriguez, 28, $170; Lyndal E. Rohn, 53, $170; Kevin M. Wallace, 30, $170; Eldrick D. Bryant, 40, $170 Disregarding official traffic control device/GSN — David E. Miller, 43, $310.50 Distracted driving/no valid driver’s license — Heather D. Jackson, 31, $180 Expired plates — Maricela Maldonado, 45, $145 Expired plates/speeding — Mahmoud O. Abdel Hai, 32, $179.50 Following too closely — Alexander Vasylevich Shendel, 17, $170 Learner’s permit violation — Guy D. McClead, 22, $145 No operator’s license in possession — Juan P. Sanchez Brito, 26, $250.50; Albert L. Tobar II, 28, $170 No valid driver’s license — Ber-

enice Lopez-Macias, 16, $145; Javier Gandarilla, 20, $145 Operating motor vehicle while intoxicated — Zaneta M. Dotts, 47, $805.50, one year reporting probation, 90-day license suspension with credit; Kristie L. Linder, 57, $805.50, one year reporting probation, 90-day license suspension with credit Operating motor vehicle without ever having obtained driver’s license — Salomon Hernandez, 19, $360.50, one year good behavior, 30day license suspension Speeding — Cristal Mejia Mingucha, 21, $170; Peyton M. storm, 20, $170; Eli Kendall Hochstedler, 18, $170 Violation of child restraint law — Rita M. Hershberger, 63, $25 Window tint violation/learner’s permit violation — Julio Cesar Gaytan, 19, $155

Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Elkhart County Superior Court III and Circuit courts: Abshire — Tonya L. Abshire, Goshen, and Jeffrey W. Abshire, Goshen. With minor child(ren). Diaz — Breanna Diaz, North Webster, and Francisco Javier Diaz Hernandez, Goshen. With minor child(ren). Bowman — Cari A. Bowman, Goshen, and Daniel S. Bowman, Goshen. Salinas — Carla M. Salinas, no address given, and Carol B. Battice, Fort Wayne.

Lawmakers urge Hoosiers to connect to free training Elkhart County lawmakers urge Hoosiers to join the thousands who are already taking advantage of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs certificate program to skill up at no cost and obtain a higher-paying job. With many high-wage positions requiring specially trained workers, State Rep. Joanna King (RMiddlebury) said Hoosiers can skill up for free with a Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant, which covers tuition costs for those earning a high-value certificate from Ivy Tech Community College or Vincennes University. Since launching in 2017, more than 50,000 Hoosiers have enrolled to complete a high-demand certificate program through Indiana’s Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant. “These grants make gaining additional education or earning a certification easier for Hoosiers who are already working or unable to afford these programs to advance in their career,” King said. “Through Next Level Jobs, there’s never been a better time to invest in yourself and take the first step in finding meaningful employment.” According to the Indiana Depart-

ment of Workforce Development, those who earn a Workforce Ready Grant certificate see an annual median wage increase of $6,800. State Rep. Doug Miller (RElkhart) said the program is designed so participants can continue to work while earning a certificate in 1 of 5 in-demand job fields, including health and life sciences, IT and business services, building and construction, transportation and logistics and advanced manufacturing. To learn more about Workforce Ready Grants, visit NextLevelJobs.org. “Employers are in need of highly skilled workers and are willing to pay a premium for employees with the knowledge and credentials applicable to their jobs,” Miller said. “As more industries look to Indiana to expand their operations, it’s imperative our workforce is trained to fill these in-demand needs.” State Rep. Tim Wesco (R-Osecola) said to connect to a career in a fast-growing field today, Hoosiers can also visit IndianaCareerReady. com/INDemandJobs. This website helps job seekers easily explore

Tickets on sale for Blooze Brothers movie, concert Tickets are on sale for Elkhart Public Library’s concert and movie event, “A Night with the Blooze Brothers.” The show starts at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, with an enhanced showing of the movie “Blues Brothers,” followed by a live concert with the renowned tribute band Blooze Brothers at The Lerner Theatre in Elkhart. The band plays faithful favorites from the movie, as well as contemporary up-tempo music and features some of the best

musicians in Chicago. This is the closest thing to seeing the original group, with a full live band with nothing recorded. This is a one night only event and it’s one ticket for both events. Come for the movie, come for the concert or come for both. Tickets are available at MyEPL.org/tickets or TheLerner. com and The Lerner Theatre box office. Show your Elkhart Public Library card for a $5 discount at the box office.

industries experiencing significant growth, both in the number of hires and in rising wages. “The online web portal makes it simple for Hoosiers to connect with the tools and resources they need to make an educated decision about their future,” Wesco said. “I encourage anyone looking to make a career change in their future to check it out now and see where a

new job can take them.” High-demand jobs in Indiana include nurses, accountants, computer systems analysts, construction managers, electricians, plumbers and software developers. The web portal offers a sortable list displaying the educational requirements, average salary, job postings and training opportunities for each occupation.

Extension Homemaker cookbooks on sale Elkhart County Extension Homemakers have created a cookbook featuring 17 years of award winning recipes, available to the public, for purchase. The cookbook features recipes that have won at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair in open class judging. The categories in the cookbook include: President’s baked item, dairy delicious, fruits and vegetables, grilling, breads and quick breads, cakes and pies, cookies and

candy and a this and that category. There are more than 700 recipes in the book. Additional tips and cooking ideas are also included, as well as a very detailed index. The cookbooks are being sold for $5 and can be purchased at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County office located on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday–Friday. Cash and checks are accepted.

Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds trick or treat Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds announces it will hold its second annual trick or treat at the fairgrounds 1-5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29. The fairgrounds is partnering with local radio stations, Lozier and 30 other local organizations to provide a free and safe daytime trick or treat experience. Lozier is sponsoring a costume showcase that will begin at 3 p.m. on the Heritage Park Stage, and guests may play free games such as pumpkin ring toss and pumpkin tic tac toe, provided by Knollbrook Farm. The event is completely free, just show up dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and take part

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$1.89 Lb. $12.00 Case $1.49 Lb. 99¢ Lb.

Shredded Mozzarella 5 Lb. Bags Brand Name 100%

Orange Juice 3 Gal. Cases.

Shaved or Sliced Smoked

Ham

Dark Meat Shaved or Sliced Turkey

ALSO OTHER IN STORE SPECIALS

Ham

Freezer Bone-In Pork

$1.29 Lb. 99¢ Lb. $1.59 Lb. $1.99 Lb. 89¢ Lb.

Butt

Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets 2.5 Lb. Packs Boneless Skinless Chicken

Thighs & Legs 40 Lb.

Hardwood Smoked Bacon 1 Lb. Regular Cut Bone-In or Boneless Pork

Chops Thin Cut

Grocery/Produce Brand Name Snack

Crackers 27 Oz.

Brand Name Salad

Dressing 15 Oz.-Case of 12

$2.99 Ea. $10.00 Case

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part-time employees. They place a strong emphasis on teamwork, and have a culture of encouragement and caring and serve their communities through participation with various organizations and boards, including Rotary, Lions, and the Elkhart County Symphony. Cornerstone CPA Group LLP has been a member of the Greater Elkhart Chamber since 2014. The Vine, located at 214 S. Main St. in Elkhart, received a Business of the Month Award from the Greater Elkhart Chamber Business Recognition Council. Jeanne Kern took ownership of the Vine in November 2016, bringing with her more than 20 years of fine restaurant and customer service experience. The Vine offers upscale casual dining, full bar, patio dining and a selection of wines from across the globe. Their menu includes something for everyone from hand cut steaks, fish, pasta, salads, sandwiches and desserts. Kern is involved in the Downtown Elkhart Merchants Alliance and is committed to remaining on Main Street. They have participated with fundraising for local nonprofits by donating gift cards. The Vine has been a member of the Greater Elkhart Chamber since 2017. For more information visit www. elkhart.org.