the Paper - Kosciusko County Edition - February 8, 2023

Warsaw High theatre cast earns top STATE HONORS

The cast of Warsaw Community High School’s theatre department placed first Sunday, Jan. 22, at the Indiana Thespians State Competition for their performance of “Where Words Once Were” by Finegan Kruckemeyer.

The cast was also awarded “Chapter Select,” allowing them to perform at the International Thespian Festival June 18-24 in Bloomington.

“The show is set in a dystopian society where the government has control over the entire English language, and they make a rule that there’s only one language and you can only use 1,000 words,” said junior and cast member Luke Henn.

“If you use a word wrong or you say a word that’s not on the list, then you are silenced. And when these people are silenced, they can’t speak or communicate, so much so they almost cease to exist.”

“They’re basically cancelled, which is the point of the show, because it talks about cancel culture and people being silenced. Someone says this on Twitter and now they’re erased from any social media platform,” said junior Chase Carl.

Senior Edward Robison explained, “The story is about a boy named Orhan who is subservient to this government, but meets this silenced girl and starts to realize there are more than 1,000 words, and there are more ways of expressing feelings and emotions and ideas as a whole. It culminates in the grass roots of a revolution toward being able to express yourself.”

“The girl is silenced so they can’t talk to each other. Throughout the show, they never speak to each other. She took a pen and wrote on a wall and changed words on his bakery sign to say certain messages,” said Carl.

“The setting is that the boy’s mother, Alli, is a baker. He works with her, baking bread, and the silenced girl changes the words on the bakery sign,” said Robison.

Henn added, “The show is written to be visually interesting. The girl would change the letters on the sign to communicate with Orhan, but we also had a projector on stage that would project onto a sheet and it would take certain phrases, like when the girl has a monologue — it would take a phrase and have the words that are banned projected onto a sheet

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K NOW Y OUR N EIGHBOR

Palestine woman enjoys working with her therapy dog

Marcia Martin finds comfort in bringing joy to others with her therapy dog. In fact, her previous canine companion that passed away was also a therapy dog.

“All I’ve ever wanted to do is work with dogs,” she said. “I love anything to do with dogs and kids.”

Born and raised in Kosciusko County, Martin graduated from Mentone High School in 1972. She has a sister, who is 7 years older. She grew up with dogs.

“My mom was a big dog lover,” Martin recalled. “In the late 1980s, we would stop after church and pick up our dogs and go to a nursing home in Warsaw to visit my grandpa.”

Martin explained, “I was also doing 4-H at the time, and we would take the kids to the Warsaw nursing home. After grandpa died, I got away from it.”

But as a Christian, she felt her God-given talent was working with animals. “It’s a sign from God,” she said.

She became a dog groomer after high school, working for a local

veterinarian. She has been a dog groomer for the past 50 years.

Martin’s first official therapy dog was Jaden. In 2016, she started taking Jaden to Kosciusko Community Hospital. “He was my first regular therapy dog,” said Martin.

However, 13-year-old Jaden died. The canine was a Samoyed breed. “He looked like a big fluffy Husky from Siberia,” she said.

After Jaden died, she adopted Levi, Jaden’s nephew.

“I had to get his credentials, so we got that,” she said of getting Levi, then a year old, registered as a therapy dog.

Five years ago, she fell and broke her shoulder. She had just lost Jaden. “That kind of started retirement,” she said.

However, after adopting Levi she felt the urge to take her newest therapy dog to the hospital to cheer up patients, usually on the fourth floor. Visits normally last no more than an hour.

“The staff all love him,” she said, “and so do the patients.”

In the past, she has had a variety of dogs, including an Alaskan Malamute and a German shepherd, before she adopted Jaden and Levi.

Therapy dogs, she explained, are born that way. They cannot be trained; either they are or they aren’t.

“I do train other dogs sometimes, too,” she said. “Dogs are my life. I love training, showing and doing therapy work with my dogs.”

Dogs don’t do bad things, she said, adding, “They only do dog things, and it’s up to us to show them what we need from them.”

Levi, 5, also competes in shows. “Levi is a competition dog, and he’s a breed champion.” However, she noted, he doesn’t like agility.

Last year, Levi took part in a United Kennel Club obedience trial put on by the K9 Dog Fancier Club of Fort Wayne. It was in Columbia City Nov. 10. High in trial means he had the best score of all the dogs entered in the regular classes. Levi finished his novice title that day with a score of 198 1/2 out of 200.

She owns and operates Marcia Martin’s School for Dogs. Martin, a Palestine resident, also delivers Mobile Meals with her husband, Eldon. “I drive and he delivers,” she said.

The couple’s “children” are

their dogs.

People often will ask her if she gets paid to take her therapy dog to KCH. The answer is no.

“I get paid with smiles,” she said. She also has two other dogs. “One is shy, while the other one is ‘crazy,’” she said laughing.

KLA cadets get overview of county’s economics

On Tuesday, Jan. 17, the Kosciusko Leadership Academy cadets visited the Syracuse Community Center, where they learned about the economics of Kosciusko County.

David Findlay, president and CEO of Lake City Bank, presented on macro-economics with a focus on banking.

Lake City has been in business for 150 years and started in Warsaw. Findlay explained how local banking matters to community development through a commitment to investing in the community. Banks provide a safe place for

depositors to keep their money and also provide loans to help businesses expand in the community.

Rob Parker, president and CEO of the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce and executive director of the Warsaw Community Development Corporation, presented on how chambers of commerce serve businesses in the community by providing business counseling and education, advocacy at the state government and networking.

Parker spoke about crowdfunded projects like the fireplace in front of the ice skating rink and the alley-

way in downtown Warsaw. These projects are funded by the chamber, community donations and state-matching funds; no tax dollars are used. Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit entity and is 111 years old.

Dr. John Teevan presented an overview of the history and current state of economics in Kosciusko County. “It was originally the railroad that put this county

on the map,” he said.

The railroad arrived in 1859. He mentioned a number of businesses that came from Chicago, Ill., including Dalton Foundry, Da-Lite Screen, RR Donnelley and Arnolt.

Kosciusko County has followed what Teevan described as the economic pyramid of growth, moving from an agriculture- and textilebased economy through manufacturing and into an education,

Warsaw High theatre

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and they are switched around.”

“It’s like an anagram,” said Carl.

“‘All feel safe’ was rearranged to ‘See leaf fall,’” said Robison.

“That indicated to Orhan to pick up a bunch of leaves that were tied together with a message on them,” said Carl.

Henn explained the layout of the stage. “We had two walls on each side of the stage. One side was the bakery and the other side was an outdoor setting, so we had like a metal sheet on one side of the wall and letters with magnets on the back of them with ‘See Leaf Fall.’

“In other moments, we had

something projected onto the sheet where ‘Isaac the official’ and ‘Alli the baker’ have kind of an underlying romantic subplot. There would be phrases they want to say to each other, but they can’t, and these phrases would be projected onto the screen while they’re talking.”

“We’ve done this show for quite a few months,” said Carl. “You can dig deep into your character. The week before state, I felt like I was still changing things with how I was acting and how I was saying things.

“It was really cool to be able to deep dive into the character of ‘Issac the official.’ I had my relationship with ‘Alli the bak-

technology and knowledge-based economy.

Teevan said a continued focus on research and development, finance and medical services, which are at the top of the pyramid, is the key to continued economic success.

The next KLA session will cover health care in Kosciusko County Feb. 7 at the Lutheran Kosciusko administration classroom.

er,’ and it was cool to see things change within me as an actor, and how I acted on stage, and to see the show change and develop over a period of time,” he said.

The students need the support of the community to represent Indiana at the International Thespian Festival this summer.

“The cost for the weeklong celebration of theatre is $999 per student. If you would like to donate to this cause, you can send a check to Warsaw Community High School, Attn: Theatre, or contact mmorris@ warsawschools.org for more information,” said WCHS theatre teacher/director Melany Morris.

A museum to inspire you

“The sketching season is near at hand, and during it I shall wander somewhat in quest of beauty.”

Junius R. Sloan

Did you know there is an art museum located in northern Indiana that contains the largest collection of artworks by Junius R. Sloan?

Who was Junius R. Sloan (1827-1900), you ask?

Do you remember when I talked about the artists in the group called The Hudson River School?

The Hudson River School was the first true artistic community, its name coined to identify a group of New York City-based landscape painters who emerged about 1850.

This talented group of artists, which included Sloan, valued the world around them, particularly the great outdoors. It is now possible to visit a museum nearby and view and appreciate the work of this sought-after artist along with work by a great variety of noteworthy and talented artists.

There are many artifacts and famous paintings this museum has judiciously acquired over the years. And all this artwork is within an easy drive for most of our readers.

Called The Brauer Museum of

Lake City Bank offers scholarship

The deadline to accept applications for the Mary Jane Miller Scholarship Program is Monday, April 3.

The Mary Jane Miller Scholarship Trust was established by Mary Jane Miller of Warsaw to provide financial assistance to students pursuing higher education.

Miller cared greatly for the county and community. Her ambition was to provide scholarships to high school seniors and college students residing in Kosciusko County. Michael Valentine and Lake City Bank are co-trustees of the Mary Jane Miller Trust.

Applications are available at the counselor’s office of all Kosciusko County high schools and Lake City Bank Wealth Advisory Group, 202 E. Center St., Warsaw. They also may be found at lakecitybank.com/scholarships.

Completed application packets for the program will be in consideration for the next academic year. Late applications will not be accepted.

To learn more, call (574) 3767150 or visit the above website.

Art, this facility is recognized for its carefully curated and extensive collection of artworks. The Brauer Museum is on the campus of Valparaiso University.

During your visit, you can view the collection of works of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries by a wonderful variety of artists, including Sloan. Just a few of the artists represented in the collection are Frederic Edwin Church, John Kensett, Asher Durand, Elizabeth Nourse, T. Alexander Harrison, Walt Kuhn, Georgia O’Keeffe, Elaine de Kooning, Dale Chihuly, Ansel Adams and Andy Warhol (including one of his famous “soup can” paintings). I am sure you will be impressed with the collection at this well-known University.

The Brauer Museum has an extensive number of valuable paintings and writings of Junius R. Sloan. The second oldest in a family of eight children, Sloan exhibited an early proficiency in art. Fortunately, there were members of his family who encouraged him. However, his father wanted him to make money painting signs instead of the beautiful landscapes that became his trademark.

He decided to pursue his passion for art and did not take his father’s advice. He stuck with the landscape style of the Hudson River School throughout his life, despite changes in the world of art. European imports became the rage and other art mediums gained footing, but he continued with what he was passionate about.

The Brauer Museum upholds

and honors the work of Sloan and other artists producing American art. You will gain a fulsome exposure to all types of art as you take advantage of learning about this impressive collection of over 5,000 pieces of art, including 400 oils, watercolors and sketchbooks from Sloan.

The Brauer Museum is open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. Admission is free. For more information, call (219) 464-5000 or visit valpo. edu/brauer-museum-of-art.

Events

• Honeywell 92 County Competition: The juried artwork

from the competition is on display through Monday, Feb. 13, at the Honeywell Clark Gallery in Wabash. Many of the juried pieces of artwork are for sale and can be purchased at the gallery box office 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call (260) 274-1411 or visit honeywellarts.org.

• Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery: Local artist Deana Harvey

will be displaying her artwork through the end of March.

To exhibit at Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery, contact Darla McCammon, curator, at (574) 527-4044 (leave a message) or mcdar7@gmail.com.

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in the Nappanee or surrounding area. That would be me. They can contact me at youravon.com/ lsmith2285, or (574) 339-4145 by phone or by text, or at lindasmith@aroma.com.

This in response to the person who asked about an Avon representative in the Nappanee area. I can be reached by calling or texting (574) 849-5224.

Indiana State Police announces summer camp dates

Indiana State Police and Indiana Troopers Youth Services recently announced the dates for their 2023 ISP summer camps.

Their Pioneer Camps, aimed at ages 11-14, are received by recommendation only. Lincoln Pioneer Camp will be held June 19-22, Mounds Park Camp will be held June 12-15 and Mollenhour

Camp will be held June 26-29.

Law Camps for sixth, seventh and eighth graders will be held July 9-13 in Columbus and June 25-28 in Anderson.

High School Career Camps will be held June 25-30 in Vincennes and July 9-14 in Angola. Also for high school students, the Anderson Cadet Camp will be held

July 16-22.

The Shield Project for college students will be held June 8-11 at Anderson College.

For more information, email itysinfo@trooper.org, call (317) 951-3882 or visit trooper.org. Those interested in the Anderson Cadet Camp should email iyclea. cadet@gmail.com.

Mardi Gras pancake supper supports WHS band

Over spring break the Wawasee High School Marching Band will be traveling to Orlando, Fla., where they will march in a Disney parade.

Director Tony Pawlicki’s goal is to take the band on a trip like this once every four years so all band members will have the experience during their high school career. What a great way of encouraging band members to stick with the rigorous practice and competition schedule.

In support of the band, from 4:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, the North Webster United Meth-

odist Church, 7822 Epworth Forest Road, will be hosting a Mardi Gras pancake supper.

“Why pancakes?” you may be asking. In the week leading up to Lent, a season of fasting, it’s your last chance for eating comfort food.

While you’re enjoying supper, in true Mardi Gras style, you’ll be entertained by various musicians, and there will also be kidfriendly games — all for the price of a goodwill offering. Let’s show community support to our hardworking Wawasee High School Marching Band.

Warsaw neurologist to present at Parkinson’s Support Group

Parkinson’s Support Group of Warsaw will meet 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 10, at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Community Hospital.

Dr. Kevin McGeehan, Warsaw neurologist with emphasis on Parkinson’s disease, will give a thorough presentation, including time for questions.

Each month the group presents an opportunity to learn more from professionals and specialists in the community, along with

Grace College to host panel discussion

Grace College invites the public to attend its panel discussion, “The Black Panther Franchise: Love, Solidarity, Critique,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, in Westminster East Banquet Hall.

receiving answers to questions, sharing experiences and encouraging one another.

Open to all members of the community, the support group meets from 6:30-7:30 p.m. the second Friday of each month (except December), at the administrative building/classrooms of KCH. A convenient parking lot is located on Provident Drive.

For information, contact Pam Baucom at (574) 370-5709.

Dr. Jared Burkholder, history and political science program director at Grace, will moderate the discussion. Panelists will include Cokiesha Bailey Robinson, associate dean of student diversity and inclusion; Dr. Cesar Soto, assistant professor of world literature; and Denise Lewis, assistant professor of online graduate counseling.

“Black History Month is important because it challenges us to wrestle with a cluster of important topics that many of us might not otherwise think much about,” said Burkholder. “When it comes to topics such as race, colonialism and representation, history is

of course a part of all of this. But film and the arts have a unique means of bringing these issues to people in compelling and provoking ways.”

According to Burkholder, the event will invite all in attendance to consider the Academy Awardwinning “Black Panther” franchise in light of historical topics and also consider its effectiveness in regard to representation.

“Our panelists will each bring academic, personal and faith-informed perspectives to these topics in a way that promises to be an engaging discussion,” said Burkholder. “This will be an evening you don’t want to miss.”

In addition to the panel discussion, Grace College is hosting a number of other events for Black History Month for students and the local community.

At 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13, Grace will hold a Diversity Chat in McClain 107, and at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 28, Associate Dean of Student Diversity and Inclusion Cokiesha Bailey Robinson will host a reading of “Dancing in the Darkness, Spiritual Lessons for Thriving in Turbulent Times” by Dr. Otis Moss III.

“I’m looking forward to making our African-American students feel loved and appreciated here on campus,” said Jenny Montoya, a senior at Grace who serves as the director of the Council for Diversity and Inclusion. “CDI hosts events for the heritage months of each affinity group on campus as a way for us to learn more about different cultures. It’s always so encouraging to see the joy in students’ eyes when we are celebrating their culture.”

Cromwell man donates van to Warsaw woman

A Warsaw woman got new

wheels recently, thanks to a kindhearted individual.

Deloris (Mock) Selvey lost both of her legs due to diabetes.

A friend came to Phil Tom and asked him if anyone needed a handicap van. After Adam Grim’s father died, the Cromwell man wanted to donate the van to someone who could use it. Grim contacted his friend, Tom. Tom, a local farmer and owner of Tom’s Produce, said Selvey, his cousin, had health problems and could use the van. So, Tom said yes, she would love to have the donated van.

Grim and his wife, Marty, brought the van to Selvey Saturday, Jan. 14.

“It will be a big help to get her to therapy,” said Tom. “She has always helped other people. This helps puts some cheer in her heart.”

Selvey is a 1958 graduate of Milford High School. To donate money for her hospital expenses or send her a card, contact her at 1596 E. CR 300N, Warsaw, 46582, or selvey.deloris@gmail.com.

Centenarian delivers Mobile Meals

Longtime Warsaw Rotary Club member Robert “Bob” Gast recently delivered Mobile Meals along with fellow Rotarian John R. Hall.

Gast turned 100 in 2022 and continues to attend weekly meetings of the club and participates in projects. In the early 1970s, he and his late wife, Marge, were instrumental in the development of Mobile Meals in Warsaw and the surrounding area through Kosciusko Senior Services.

Bob is a lifelong resident of Warsaw and owned Gast Fuel and Services Inc. before retirement. Gast is a World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient. He has served on the Warsaw City Council and in many

other capacities in the community, including The Salvation Army and Warsaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church.

“Bob Gast is a great representative of the motto of Rotary International: ‘Service Above Self,’” noted John Hall as they were getting ready to deliver meals. Bob just smiled and said, “I like to do my part in helping others.”

Nappanee Area Chamber dinner

The public is invited to the Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce annual dinner Monday, March 27, at Sammlung Platz, 758 N. Tomahawk Trail, Nappanee.

Doors will open and registration will begin at 5:15 p.m. Social time is at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m.

Citizen of the Year, Educator of the Year and three Excellence in Business awards will be recognized.

Table sponsorships are available for $270. Individual seats are available for $30.

To make reservations or for more information, call the Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce at (574) 773-7812.

James Clarence Alford

James Clarence “Jim” Alford, Maitland, Fla., formerly of Syracuse, died Jan. 25, 2023.

He was born May 20, 1934. On Aug. 3, 1956, he married Joan Gordon; she survives.

Also surviving are son, Steve Alford, Athens, Ala.; daughter, Ann Heiny, Winter Park, Fla.; a grandson; and sister, Barb Biberstein, Bluffton.

Services were held Feb. 3 at Calvary United Methodist Church, Syracuse. Burial was in McClintic Cemetery, Syracuse. Titus Funeral Home, Syracuse, was in charge of arrangements.

Lane James Anderson

Lane James Anderson, 77, Warsaw, died Jan. 26, 2023.

He was born Oct. 6, 1945.

He is survived by his wife, Jill Anderson; son, Jeff Anderson; daughterin-law, Leanna Anderson; sisters, Naoma Clark, Margret Mauzy and Melody Anderson; and brothers, Donn Anderson, Max Anderson and Ken Anderson.

A memorial service was held Feb. 2 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Military rites were conducted by local members of the American Legion Post 49 and VFW Post 1126, both of Warsaw, as well as active duty members of the Army Honor Guard.

Carol Alexander

Carol Alexander, 89, Winona Lake, died Jan. 31, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Warsaw.

Susanna Barr

Susanna Barr, 60, Pierceton, died Jan. 30, 2023.

She was born Dec. 7, 1962. On June 30, 1984, she married Frank Duane Barr II. He preceded her in death Feb. 16, 2021.

Surviving are her children, Dan Barr, Davao, Philippines, Robert Barr, Columbia City, and Katherine (Barr) Collins, Fort Wayne; brother, Thomas “Tom” Saint, Alabama; and eight grandchildren.

Services were held Feb. 7 at Bethel Baptist Church, Pierceton. Interment will be at a later date. McHattonSadler Funeral Chapels, Pierceton, was in charge of arrangements.

Lyle Eugene Becker

Lyle Eugene Becker, 74, Syracuse, died at 11:07 a.m. Jan. 29, 2023.

He was born Oct. 20, 1948. On Nov. 23, 1968, he married Nancy E. Gates; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Andrea “Dee Dee” Schermerhorn, Ligonier, and Mike Becker, Wawaka; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; siblings, Richard Becker, Fort Wayne, and Jackie Sparks, Syracuse; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service was held Feb. 3 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Military honors were rendered with burial at Oak Park Cemetery in Ligonier.

Thurston Blackburn

Thurston Blackburn, 85, Milford, died Jan. 27, 2023.

He was born Jan. 28, 1937. On Feb.

4, 1961, he married Frankie Burchett; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Anita Gest, Warsaw; sons, Tony Blackburn, Leesburg; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; siblings, Alma Reynolds and Lucille Burchett; and his dog, Roscoe.

A life celebration was held Feb. 1 at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse. Interment was in Syracuse Cemetery.

Robin R. Garrard

Robin R. Garrard, 58, Sidney, died Jan. 31, 2023.

She was born March 4, 1964.

She is survived by a daughter, Kristin Martinez, Claypool; her mother, Deana Morrison, Warsaw; siblings, Brian Boocher, Warsaw, Leigh Antwright, Tampa Bay, Fla., and Duane Morrison, San Diego, Calif.; and four grandchildren.

Services were held Feb. 4 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Pierceton. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton.

Ralph L. Gunter

Ralph L. Gunter, 89, Rochester, died at 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27, 2023.

He was born Oct. 1, 1933. On July 18, 1954, he married Janet Dillman; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Rodney Gunter, Peru, Connie Reffitt, Macy, Mark Gunter, Elizabethtown, Ky., and Jennifer Seyer, Mentone; seven grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; five greatgreat-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Feb. 2 at Riverview Community Church, Tippecanoe. Burial was in Fulton Cemetery, Fulton. Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, was in charge of arrangements.

Patricia L. Hall

Patricia L. “Pat” Hall, 85, North Manchester, died Jan. 27, 2023.

She was born Aug. 13, 1937.

Surviving are brothers, Michael Hall, Timothy Hall and Robert Hall; her children, Tom Bussell, John Bussell, Stacey Seifert, Rebecca Dwyer, Robert McConnell, Ronald McConnell, Julia Boggs and Joseph Auler; her stepchildren, Gene Auler, Marsha Markham, Judy Clymer, Clarence Auler Jr., James Auler and Bobby Auler; 34 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, at the American Legion Sunset Post 402, 10140 N. Troyer Road, Laketon. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.

Robert W. Hardin

Robert “Bob” W. Hardin, 82, Warsaw, died at 7:57 a.m. Jan. 30, 2023.

He was born Jan. 29, 1941. On March 13, 1960, he married Barbara “Barb” Pickens; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Beth Skipper and Natalie Waddle, both of Warsaw, and Katrina Courchaine, Indianapolis; seven

Titus Funeral Home, Allison Insurance to host free seminar

Titus Funeral Home and Allison & Associates Insurance will be hosting an educational event at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw.

The event is designed to inform the public about the basics of Medicare and the benefits of funeral preplanning. There is no cost to attend and light refreshments will be provided.

Attendees will learn more about how preplanning for funerals can save time, money and stress for families in their time of need and discuss their options concerning available health care

grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian burial was held Feb. 3 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Warsaw. A graveside service followed at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Alice Jo Haver

Alice Jo Haver, 90, Goshen, died at 6:57 a.m. Jan. 30, 2023.

She was born May 17, 1932. On Sept. 1, 1951, she married Richard Thomas Haver. He preceded her in death March 27, 1984.

Surviving are daughters, Christina Jo Haver and Cathy Jo Haver, both of Goshen; son, Robert E. LeCount, Goshen; and a grandson.

Private family burial was at West Goshen Cemetery. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Robert F. Holbrook

Robert F. Holbrook, 82, Warsaw, died Jan. 25, 2023.

He was born April 7, 1940. On April 11, 1964, he married Catherine Kingston; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Jennifer Miller and Emily Cowan; eight grandchildren; and 17 greatgrandchildren.

Services were held Jan. 31 at

Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Pattie Jean Jamison

Pattie Jean Jamison, 92, Wakarusa, died at 3:40 p.m. Jan. 23, 2023.

She was born Feb. 16, 1930. On Dec. 26, 1949, she married Willard F. Jamison. He preceded her in death Aug. 8, 2004.

Surviving are her children, Jim Jamison, Daytona Beach, Fla., Jack Jamison, Nappanee, and Judi Herendeen, Goshen; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and sisters, Norma Linn, Bridgeman, Mich., and Arlene Doering, Elkhart.

Cremation took place and a graveside service was held Jan. 30 at Olive West Cemetery, Elkhart. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Genova Jennings

Genova Jennings, 86, Wabash, died at 2:05 p.m. Jan. 30, 2023.

She was born Sept. 5, 1936. On Feb. 14, 1959, he married Kenneth Lee Garrard Sr., who preceded her in death May 26, 1978. She then married Joseph Jennings, who preceded her in death July 9, 1981.

Surviving are her children, James Darold Garrard, Roann, Kenneth “Lee” Garrard, Pierceton, Bradley

Garrard, Wakarusa, and Trudy Baker, Lafayette; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Sarah Hartley, Huntington; and her brother, Mark Dials, Warsaw. Services were held Feb. 3 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial was in Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion.

Rev. Jay Royal Kline Jr.

Rev. Jay Royal Kline Jr., 80, Mishawaka, a native of Syracuse, died Jan. 22, 2023.

He was born March 30, 1942. On June 15, 1963, he married Shirley Silvers, who preceded him in death Sept. 28, 2006. On Feb. 21, 2009, he married Joann Ford, who preceded him in death May 23, 2022.

He is survived by a daughter, Cassandra Lewis, South Bend; a son, Robby Kline, Mishawaka; four grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; sister, Nancy Swihart, Syracuse; and brother, David Kline, Syracuse. Services were held Jan. 30 at South Bend United Pentecostal Church. Palmer Funeral Homes-River Park Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

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benefits under Medicare.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with professionals from both organizations to gain more insight into these topics.

Anyone interested in learning more about Medicare and funeral preplanning or want to support these organizations is invited.

RSVP by Feb. 14 by contacting Brittany Lyon of Titus Funeral Home at (574) 267-3104 or brittany@titusfuneralhome.com or Scott Allison of Allison & Associates Insurance at (574) 212-2888 or scott@allisonassociatesins. com.

OBITUARIES

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Donald Eugene Kohler

Donald Eugene Kohler, 77, Nappanee, died at 2:18 p.m. Jan. 25, 2023.

He was born Feb. 12, 1945. On Nov. 23, 1968, he married Geraldine Kuntz; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Korena Kohler, Todd Kohler and Jeffrey Kohler; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Norma Sue Ciarlariello; and a nephew.

Services were held Jan. 31 at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen. Burial was in Bremen Cemetery with military honors.

Eugene

Laytart Jr.

Eugene Laytart Jr., 54, formerly of Mentone, died Jan. 31, 2023.

He was born May 27, 1968.

He is survived by a sister, Eugenia Chasse, South Whitley; and several nieces and nephews.

No services are scheduled at this time. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Bernadine

Leiter

Bernadine “Bernie” Leiter, 92, Syracuse, died Jan. 27, 2023.

He was born June 8, 1930.

Surviving are sons, Mark Leiter, Syracuse, Ward Leiter, Spring Hill, Fla., and George Leiter, Syracuse; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Services were held Feb. 3 at Shepherd by the Lakes, Syracuse. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Ruth J. Mercer

Ruth J. Mercer, 84, Rochester, died Jan. 27, 2023.

She was born March 21, 1938. Her life partner was Ronald Mantey, who preceded her in death June 7, 2002.

Surviving are daughters, Jenny Coleman and LuAnn Jackson; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Sharon Thompson; and special friend who was like a son, Kevin Kollman.

Per her wishes, no public services will be held. Burial was in Reichter Cemetery. Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Betty Louise Nichols

Betty Louise Nichols, 92, Maryville, Tenn., formerly of Pierceton, died at 11:48 a.m. Jan. 29, 2023.

She was born Feb. 8, 1930.

Surviving are her children, Carl Nichols, Carol Gaston and Cathy Adams; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Robert Matthew Paaren

Robert Matthew “Bob” Paaren, 59, St. Peters, Mo., died Jan. 27, 2023.

He was born Nov. 3, 1963. On Oct.

18, 1986, he married Loretta “Lou” Marie Palm; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Kyle Paaren, Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Alan Paaren, St. Peters, Mo.

A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19, at Water’s Edge Banquet Center at St. Peter’s Golf Club, St. Peters, Mo. Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Edgar Pippenger

Edgar Pippenger, 76, Warsaw, died Jan. 27, 2023.

He was born Dec. 15, 1946. On Jan. 14, 1967, he married Jackie Line; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Karen Smith, Goshen; sons, James Pippenger, Nappanee, and Codi Pippenger, Warsaw; sisters, Terry Richmond, Nappanee, and Ginger Price, Milford; brothers, Gary Pippenger, Goshen, and Mark Pippenger, Nappanee; nine grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no services. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Honey Marlene Pruitt

Honey Marlene Pruitt, 73, Warsaw, died at 11:30 p.m. Jan. 28, 2023.

She was born March 1, 1949. On May 8, 1967, she married Loren Monroe “Butch” Pruitt; he survives.

Also surviving are sons, Loren Pruitt Jr. and Osta Pruitt, both of Warsaw; daughters, Penny Pruitt, Syracuse, and Evelyn Jones, Rochester; 10 grandchildren; 15 greatgrandchildren; and sisters, Sandra Bromley, Huntington, Roxanna Carter, Peru, Christina Drudge, Florida,

NOTICE OF PURCHASE AT TAX SALE BY PUBLICATION

Snow & Sauerteig LLP Payton & Payge Kreis Horizon Bank

Anthony Wayne Building 3211 W. 700 S. 433 Anchorage Rd.

203 E. Berry St. Claypool, IN 46510 Warsaw, IN 46580

Fort Wayne, IN 46802

As the owner or any person or entity with a substantial property interest in the real property described herein, you are hereby provided the following information on behalf of my client, Josh Nesper.

• My client will file a petition for a tax deed for the real property described herein on or after the 18th day of October, 2023.

• My client’s petition will ask that a tax deed be issued on or after the 18th day of October 23.

• A description of the property shown on the Certificate of Sale is

002-077-138 6 X 17 RD ADJ TO LOT 22 J M & NELSON BEIGHS

1ST ADD TO CLAYPOOL 20-31-6 .50A PER SURVEY

• The real estate was sold at a tax sale on October 18, 2022.

• My client Josh Nesper was the purchaser of the real property.

• Any interested person may redeem the property prior to the expiration of the redemption period.

• The amount paid at the tax sale was $1,400.00.

• As of the date of this notice, the amount of the judgment for additional taxes, special assessments, penalties, and costs, to redeem the tract of real property is in the sum of $1,871.24 composed of the following:

$1,121.24 delinquent property taxes paid at tax sale

------------ subsequent taxes - TBD at later date

100.00 Title Search

650.00 legal & maintenance costs (estimated)

$1,871.24

• My client is entitled to reimbursement for the additional taxes or special assessments on the real property that he has paid or will pay subsequent to the tax sale and before redemption, plus interest as outlined in I.C. 6-1.1-25-2.

• The real property has not been redeemed.

• My client is entitled to receive a deed for the real property.

• If the property is not redeemed, the owner of record at the time the tax is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus, if any.

• The redemption period will expire October 18, 2023.

• There is no street address for the real property.

• The parcel number of the real property is 002-707000-87

Dated this 27th day of January, 2023.

and Juneattea May, Rochester.

Services were held Feb. 3 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Laurette Elizabeth Ritz

Laurette Elizabeth Ritz, 97, Winona Lake, died at 8 a.m. Jan. 30, 2023.

She was born Jan. 8, 1926. On April 24, 1945, she married Joseph Daniel Ritz. He preceded her in death March 4, 1988.

She is survived by a daughter, Laura Davis, Warsaw; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; Lois, longtime partner to her deceased son, Jacob; and her former daughter-inlaw, Joan.

Services were held Feb. 5 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial will be in Chestnut Grove Cemetery, Elmer, N.J.

Marianne Russell

Marianne Russell, 85, Etna Green, died Feb. 1, 2023.

She was born Feb. 9, 1937. On Nov. 3, 1956, she married Kermit Russell, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by a daughter, Cynthia Russell, Etna Green; sons, Robert Russell, Tennessee, and Joe Russell, Knox; brother, Leo Janek, Arizona; a niece; a nephew; 11 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; two great-nieces; and two great-nephews.

Visitation was held Feb. 7 at Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Milford. A private family burial followed at St. Jacobs Cemetery, North Judson.

Eugene A. Sauder

Eugene “Gene” A. Sauder, 94, died Jan. 20, 2023.

He was born Dec. 31, 1928. On Sept. 13, 1953, he married Katherine “Kate” Graff, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his son, Mark; two grandchildren; sister-in-law, Phyllis Hueni, Osceola; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Services were held Feb. 4 at Mishler Funeral Home, Milford. Burial was at Milford Cemetery. A celebration of life service will also be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, at Immanuel Bible Church, 6017 E. Greenway Road, Scottsdale, Ariz.

Norma Jean Shepherd

Norma Jean Shepherd, 82, Warsaw, died Jan. 28, 2023.

She was born Nov. 9, 1940. On Oct. 13, 1961, she married Talmadge Shepherd. He preceded her in death Aug. 7, 2008.

She is survived by a daughter, Debra Loskill, Warsaw; son, Roger Shepherd, Nappanee; five grandchildren; brother, Garry Miller; four greatgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Feb. 4 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Hope N.

Sutherlin

Hope N. Sutherlin, 49, Warsaw, died Jan. 21, 2023. She was born Jan. 3, 1974.

She is survived by her husband, John Sutherlin, Warsaw; her children, Angela Dunham, Ashton Nichter, Jeremy Sutherlin, Abigail Nichter, Chase Nichter, Samantha Garman and Austin Nichter, all of Warsaw, Brandon

VERIFIED PETITION SEEKING A DETERMINATION OF PATERNITY AND CUSTODY

Cochran-Sutherlin, Sellers Lake, Desiree Nichols and Tiphanie Nichter, both of Fort Wayne; 14 grandchildren; five brothers; and a sister.

A memorial service was held Feb. 2 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

Dennis E. Swanson

Dennis E. Swanson, 76, Nappanee, died at 11:07 a.m. Jan. 29, 2023.

He was born Aug. 18, 1946. On Oct. 14, 1967, he married Peggy Hess; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Stephanie Roberts Swanson, Sparta, Tenn., and Angela Allen, Nappanee; two grandchildren; and siblings, Beverly Havera, Edwardsburg, Mich., Barbara Giska, Elkhart, and Thomas Swanson, Englewood, Fla.

Services were held Feb. 4 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Bremen. Burial was in Bremen Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Donald Taylor

Donald Taylor, 89, Pierceton, died Feb. 2, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Warsaw.

Frank Unruh

Frank Unruh, 97, Warsaw, died Jan. 29, 2023.

He was born Feb. 17, 1925. On Dec. 31, 1947, he married Violet Grubbs; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Diana Long, Warsaw, and Stephen Unruh, Milford; five grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Services were held Feb. 4 at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Warsaw.

Jewell Juanita Unzicker

Jewell Juanita Unzicker, 96, Goshen, died Jan. 28, 2023.

She was born July 11, 1926. On May 24, 1947, she married Robert Bruce Unzicker. He preceded her in death Aug. 13, 1999.

Surviving are her children, Darwin “Darby” Unzicker, Fishers, and Darla Miller, Goshen; two grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Services were held Feb. 4 at New Paris Church of the Brethren. Burial was in New Paris Cemetery.

Warren D. Vanhook

Warren D. Vanhook, 81, Virginia, formerly of Etna Green, died Nov. 21, 2022.

He is survived by his wife, Ruth Vanhook; his children, Dawn Worsham and Del Vanhook; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Weymouth Funeral Home, Virginia, was in charge of arrangements.

Fidel Miranda Vasquez

Fidel Miranda Vasquez, 49, Warsaw, died Jan. 26, 2023.

Family is grieving privately. Fidel will be buried in El Salvador near his family home.

Larry Eugene Vetor

Larry Eugene Vetor, 80, North Manchester, died Jan. 29, 2023.

He was born June 9, 1942. On July 30, 1960, he married Marilyn Kline; she survives.

Carly Morales, Warsaw; nine grandchildren; and his mother, Peggy Lou Walter, Atlanta, Ga.

A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, at The Chapel at Grace Village Retirement Community, 337 Grace Village Drive, Winona Lake. A private graveside service will take place at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Sylvia L. Whetstone

Sylvia L. Whetstone, 88, Nappanee, died at 7:50 p.m. Jan. 28, 2023.

She was born June 11, 1934. On March 14, 1953, she married Jacob Whetstone. He preceded her in death June 11, 2008.

Surviving are her children, Linda Tener, Shirley Tucker, Marsha Hostetter and Gloria Yoder, all of Nappanee, Rose Mace and Sandy Drudge, both of Goshen, and Philip Whetstone, Port Huron, Mich.; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; three greatgreat-grandchildren; and sister-inlaw, Edna Hochstetler, Topeka. Services were held Feb. 2 at Salem Mennonite Church. Burial was in Salem Mennonite Church Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Ament shares vaping experience

Live Well Kosciusko, the Kosciusko Breathe Well Coalition and Warsaw Community Schools welcomed Daniel Ament to WCHS Friday, Jan. 27. He delivered a powerful message to a student audience in the PAC, which was also livestreamed to secondary classrooms.

At age 16, Ament was the first to receive a double lung transplant from a vaping-related illness. He now has been committed to sharing his story publicly to encourage others. His story has reached TIME, Good Morning America, and soon, Netflix, with his own documentary on the way.

J. Mize

Matthew

Attorney for Josh Nesper 217 East Main Street North Manchester, IN 46962 (260) 982-4234

On 01/18/2023, Ana Lilia Sifuentes Ceballos filed a Verified Petition Seeking a Determination of Custody (Cause Number 20D06-2301JP-000005). Any person has a right to appear at the hearing in Elkhart Superior Court 6 and to file objections. Luis Javier Saavedra Salazar is advised to contact Elkhart Superior Court 6 to inform them of his current address using the above listed cause number or he may contact Ana Lilia Sifuentes Ceballos’s attorney. Ana Lilia Sifuentes Ceballos is represented by Heidi Cintron at Center for Legal Justice, 220 W. High Street, Elkhart, Indiana, 46516, (574) 333-2037.

Also surviving are sons, Jackson Vetor, Portland, Tenn., and Darrell Vetor, Beaver Dam Lake; daughters, Patty Gray and Sarah Jones, both of Wabash; brother, Jimmie Vetor, Fairborn, Ohio; sister, Bonnie Clifford, Warsaw; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Services were held Feb. 1 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery, Andrews.

Jonathan Greenleaf

Walter

Jonathan Greenleaf Walter, 61, Warsaw, died Jan. 26, 2023.

He was born Dec. 6, 1961. On May 4, 1985, he married Lenise Dawn “Sam” Sturgill; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter,

Ament is the president of a nonprofit called Fight4Wellness, which works toward the goal of “educating people about the dangers of vaping and other substance abuse, to improve overall mental wellness through providing ways to cope with the pressures of being a teenager and to inspire our youth to live a healthier, happier lifestyle.”

For more info on his life and nonprofit, visit fight4wellness. com.

WCS Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert said, “We are thankful for the community sponsorships that have enabled this event to take place. The dangers of vaping are real and impacting our students. Our hope is that this message and understanding of the negative effects will help our students make wise life choices.”

C OUNTY R EPORT

Court News

Small Claims

Kosciusko County

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Money Matters Professional Collections LLC v. Tanisha L. Funk, $3,034.62

Helvey and Associates v. Robert Hutcherson, $1,513.83

Total Recovery Services Inc. v. Carlos E. Orejuela, $1,312.29

Civil Collections

Kosciusko County

The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding:

The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding:

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Ernesto Purata Arroyo, $2,737.44; v. Huntley Davis, $1,107.21; v. Robert Heath, $1,239.56; v. Trent L. Tillman, $2,782.40; Sinin N. Um, $401.54

Midland Credit Management v. Tami Coquillard, $3,680.87; v. Cody Rowe, $853.57

Miller’s Health Systems Inc. v. Richard Drouillard and Villarrial Drouillard, $33,214.15

1st Source Bank v. Jonathan P. Fussle and Sky Team Properties LLC v. $1,165,621.86

Mariner Finance LLC v. Jordan

Good, $3,133.16

Discover Bank c/o Discover Products Inc. v. Anthony R. Halvorsen, $3,029.59

OneMain Financial Group LLC v. Marcus M. House, $7,773.64

Bank of America, N.A. v. Randy E. Reese, $13,389.92

Capital One, N.A. v. Linda S. Stimeling, $2,953.17

Elkhart County

The following civil collection has been awarded in Elkhart County Court:

Prestige Financial Services v. Danielle Semmerling, Nappanee, $23,489.75

Evictions

Kosciusko County

The following eviction has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:

Webster Estates LLC v. Brandon Holden, $4,610.26

Evictions

Elkhart County

The following evictions have been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court IV: Lester Plank v. Timothy Maxwell, Nappanee, $3,000

Sunnybrook Rentals v. Megan Woodworth, Nappanee, $2,223.52

Mortgage Foreclosures

The following mortgage foreclosure has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner

presiding:

PennyMac Loan Services LLC v. Robert Musgrove, $103,628.87

Plenaries

The following plenaries have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court One, Judge Karin McGrath presiding: Indiana Farmers Mutual Insurance Company a/s/o Homeworks Management Corp. v. Jesus Motoyl

Cielo, $8,135.67

Superior Court III

The following infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding — Tanisha R. Atchison, Syracuse, $160.50; Preston R. Wagner, Warsaw, $160.50; Christian J. Davies, Warsaw, $160.50; Daniel W. Kitch, Winona Lake, $160.50; Maggie A. Witham, Rochester, $160.50; Brent J. Bowser, Syracuse, $160.50; Reuben Z. Williams, Warsaw, $160.50; Everardo J. Juarez-Sanchez, Warsaw, $160.50; Tara R. Holbrook, Warsaw, $160.50; Galen J. Mast, Bourbon, $161; Gavin A. Whitaker, North Manchester, $160.50; Brandon D. Rush, Pierceton, $160.50; Steven W. Sommers, New Paris, $160.50; Jacob M. Simpson, Warsaw, $160.50; Jack W. Dawson, Warsaw, $160.50

Improper headlights — Scott E. Powell, Warsaw, $160

Owner allows dog to stray beyond owner’s premises — Christina N. Santos-Burke, North Webster, $25

Speeding, driving too fast for conditions — Fermin Ayala Jr., Akron, $185.50

Failure to change lanes for authorized emergency vehicle — Ricardo Vega, Milford, $160.50

Failure to register — Diane L. Doran, Winona Lake, $160.50; Tali R. Normoyle, Warsaw, $160.50 Driving the wrong way on

Kosciusko REMC lineman reads picture book to Presby

Kosciusko REMC Lineman

Mike Whitaker drove up to Presby Preschool in his bucket truck last Monday and read a picture book, “Mike the Lineman and the Big Storm,” to a group of preschoolers.

Also present was Kyrsten Newlon, marketing and communications specialist at KREMC, and the author and illustrator of the book.

The story follows Mike the Lineman, an illustrated version of Whitaker, and two young children whose power goes out in a storm. The character Mike, along with his “electro-bot,” Geo, work to restore the home’s power as the children learn how to have fun and stay safe during outages.

“Being involved in the community is one of the cooperative principles that allows KREMC to be successful,” explained Whitaker, “I consider myself lucky to be able to engage with the youth of my community.”

After Whitaker read the book to students at Presby Preschool, flipping through the pages as he went, the preschoolers responded with their own stories of home outages. Later, the students ex-

posted one-way roadway — Angela N. Metz, Warsaw, $160.50

Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility, no valid driver’s license, failure to register — Fredrick Mercer, Warsaw, $235.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Devin M. Brown, Claypool, $25 Throwing a lighted cigarette, cigar or match from a moving motor vehicle — Maicey A. Hollar, Warsaw, $235.50

Failure to dim headlights — Cali R. Stouder, Silver Lake, $160.50 Driving while suspended — Kier Z. Lightfoot, Warsaw, $185.50; Luciel C. Cuazitl Cielo, Warsaw, $185.50

Learner’s permit violation — Hunter A. Martin, Warsaw, $160.50 Disregarding stop sign — Tycowin Brown, Silver Lake, $160.50; Sevyn S. Smith, Warsaw, $160.50

Marriage Dissolutions

Kosciusko County

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Taylor-Frost — Judah Taylor, Warsaw, and Amber Frost, Warsaw. Married: May 17, 2016. Separated: July 23, 2017. There is one minor child.

Wolfe — Patty J. Wolfe, Warsaw, and Edgar G. Wolfe, Warsaw. Married: Jan. 3, 1998. Separated: Jan. 20, 2023. There are three minor children.

Fisher — Christopher Fisher, Warsaw, and Beth Fisher, Warsaw. Married: Oct. 8, 2002. Separated: Jan. 1, 2023. There is one minor child. Bridges — Danielle Bridges, North Webster, and Jacob Bridges, Warsaw. Married: Aug. 24, 2017. Sep-

arated: Jan. 4, 2023. There are two minor children.

Shepherd — Kylee Shepherd, Warsaw, and Teddy Shepherd, Warsaw. Married: June 19, 2021. Separated: Dec. 1, 2022. There are three minor children.

Gervasi — Joshua Gervasi, Warsaw, and Rachel Gervasi, Warsaw.

Married: Feb. 29, 2020. Separated: Nov. 1, 2022. There are no minor children.

Burkhart — Natalie Burkhart, Warsaw, and Taylor Burkhart, Warsaw. Married: July 18, 2015. Separated: Jan. 26, 2023. There are no minor children.

Smith-Esterline-Esterline — Tanya Smith-Esterline, Warsaw, and Austin Esterline, Warsaw. Married: June 25, 2022. Separated: Dec. 2, 2022. There are no minor children.

Gomora-Norman — Maria Angelica Gomora, Warsaw, and Erik C. Norman, Warsaw. Married: Feb. 27, 2022. Separated: Dec. 29, 2022. There are no minor children.

Moore — Michael Moore, Warsaw, and Alexandria Moore, Warsaw. Married: May 31, 2018. Separated: Jan. 26, 2023. There are no minor children.

Adams — Desiree Adams, Leesburg, and James Adams, Leesburg.

Married: Feb. 1, 2017. Separated: Dec. 3, 2022. There are no minor children.

Small — Melissa Small, North Webster, and Zechariah Small, Warsaw. Married: May 21, 2011. Separated: Jan. 8, 2023. There are three minor children.

Marriage Licenses

Kosciusko County

The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk

of the Court Ann Torpy: Olson-Ard

Chet S. Olson, 34, Warsaw, and Amber M. Ard, 39, Elkhart

Long-Balser

Roger L. Long, 58, Warsaw, and Christina M. Balser, 56, Warsaw

Hernandez-Jacobo

Rene Sanchez Hernandez, 47, Milford, and Teresa Vazquez Jacobo, 47, Milford

Borja-Samayoa

Herbert A. Borja, 24, Pierceton, and Deisy Araceli Samayoa, 42, Pierceton

Charles-Fields

Jonathan Charles, 39, Warsaw, and Brianne L. Fields, 24, Warsaw

Sluder-Riley

Luke D. Sluder, 38, Warsaw, and Marilyn C. Riley, 33, Warsaw

Black-Umanzor

Dylan J. Black, 18, Silver Lake, and Isabella S. Umanzor, 19, South Whitley

B IRTHS

Hadlee Renee Stacy Megan and Pete Stacy, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Hadlee Renee, born at 2:39 p.m. Jan. 27, 2023, at Goshen Hospital. She weighed 8 pounds, 7.2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.

Collin Tye Zimmerman Roy and Melody (Hoover) Zimmerman, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Collin Tye, born at 8:22 a.m. Jan. 30, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.

Collin joins two siblings: Logan and Bentley.

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pressed their desire to be ready for power outages, like Mike the Lineman said.

“This was a wonderful way to help us talk to the children about being prepared for emergencies such as bad storms and power outages,” one teacher said.

Newlon wrote and illustrated the picture book with the intent of reaching out to Kosciusko County’s youth.

“This book is for everyone, but it’s especially for the students of our community,” said Newlon.

“Everyone can relate to the feeling of being stuck in the dark, and we want kids to know that they’re not alone. Their electric cooperative is there for them — to restore the outage, but also to initiate ripples of kindness in their neighborhoods.”

The picture book is available at the Kosciusko REMC facility at 370 S. 250E, Warsaw, and is free for all KREMC members. It’s also available for purchase on Amazon.

Kosciusko REMC is a Touchstone Energy electric cooperative serving over 18,000 accounts throughout Kosciusko County and into surrounding counties.

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Members show off creations at countywide art show

Artwork fills the lobby of the Goshen Theater for the next few weeks. It’s all created by members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County.

Young artists from the Elkhart, Goshen, Middlebury and Nappanee clubhouses have been working on the projects for the past few months. They competed for recognition in the countywide art show on Jan. 26.

“The goal is to showcase our kids and their abilities,” said Bethany Cornell, Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County’s art supervisor. “We wanted to show off the work in a place where people can see it.”

The theater will showcase the work for the next month. Cornell said she’s pleased so many members wanted to take part in the contest, which is based on the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Fine Arts Contest. Some of the winners will be

forwarded as entries in that contest.

Nappanee Club member Sam Newcomer won the national contest last year. Cornell said 129 entries were submitted for the local contest.

“We had more participation than last year. I love that we have so many talented kids in the county and can showcase their work like this,” she said.

Susan Visser from Goshen Theater was one of the judges of the local contest. She said she was impressed by what she saw.

“I love kids’ art in general because it’s always so fresh. There was a huge diversity of style and quality,” she said. Visser said young people often show creativity in unexpected ways.

“There is always a new generation of artists — a new generation of young people — which a new perspective on the world.”

Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club donates $1K to Helping Hands

The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club, under the leadership of President Chris Plack, has announced a donation of $1,000 to the Helping Hands program.

Helping Hands was founded by Jody Claypool, president of JC Innovations LLC, and provides support to families in northern Indiana who face challenges related to the cost of prosthetic devices for children.

Plack said, “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Helping Hands. Their mission and values align perfectly with ours, and we believe that together we can make an even greater impact in the community.”

Claypool added, “At Helping Hands, we believe in the power of collaboration and partnership. We’re excited to be working with the Optimist Club to increase our impact and reach even more people in need.”

Prosthetic devices can be expensive and children who need them often outgrow them quickly. Helping Hands is a solution to this problem, providing children and teenagers with the prostheses they need as they continue to grow. The program uses 3D printing technology to create custom prostheses that fit the unique needs of each child.

Claypool, who has a background

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in engineering, saw the need for a program like Helping Hands while he was a member of the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club.

He and another member, Mike Hawkins, discussed the possibility of using their talents to benefit the community, and that conversation led to the creation of the Helping Hands program.

The program partners with the

child and his or her family, providing the child with prostheses based on their interests and needs.

The program also partners with universities, such as Grace College, to involve engineering students in the design process. The students benefit from the practical experience and design history, and the families benefit from the cost-effective solution.

Claypool serves as a liaison between the families and students and wants to promote information about the program to reach more families and supporters. He hopes local companies will provide engineering services, 3D printing or financial support for the program.

The donation from the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club is a significant step forward for the Helping Hands program and the children and families it serves. The donation will help provide children with the prostheses they need to pursue their passions and live full lives.

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Indiana students to get free FAFSA filing help

Financial aid professionals from across Indiana will be volunteering at 37 sites to help college-bound students and their families open the door to financial aid during College Goal Sunday. The event is set for 2 p.m. (local time), Feb. 26.

The free program assists Indiana students in filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, the form required for students to be considered for federal and state grants, scholarships and federal student loans at most colleges, universities and vocational/technical schools nationwide.

The FAFSA must be filed by April 15 to guarantee state aid for those who qualify. College Goal Sunday is important because many families perceive the form to be too complicated and time consuming to complete. In less than one afternoon during College Goal Sunday, students and their families can get free help and file the form.

“Indiana is first in the Midwest and fifth in the nation in providing needs-based financial aid to Hoosier students. But students must file the FAFSA to claim those funds, which go a long way in making the costs of college manageable for students and families,” said Indi-

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ana Commissioner for Higher Education Chris Lowery.

“If you are considering education beyond high school, filing the FAFSA should be your first step, so you don’t leave money on the table. You don’t have to go it alone, either, as College Goal Sunday offers one-on-one help from financial aid experts.”

Now in its 34th year, College Goal Sunday has helped more than 94,000 Indiana students and families complete the FAFSA properly and on time. College Goal Sunday is a charitable program of the Indiana Student Financial Aid Association.

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Doubles The Help Offered

“The event on Feb. 26 will be the second College Goal Sunday event ISFAA is offering this FAFSA filing season.” said Bill Wozniak, co-chair of College Goal Sunday. “We hope all Hoosiers take advantage of College Goal Sunday, file the FAFSA and get one step closer to fulfilling their educational goals.”

“Students who don’t complete their financial aid paperwork properly and on time are often very disappointed when they find out how much financial aid they lost,” said Wozniak.

“This is why the Indiana Student Financial Aid Association not only continues to provide College Goal Sunday but offers two events during the year. If our assistance gives students a better chance at education beyond high school and less debt, we’re fulfilling our mission.”

What Students Should Bring

Students should attend College Goal Sunday with their parent(s) or guardian(s), and parent(s) should bring completed 2021 IRS 1040 tax returns, W-2 forms and other 2021 income and benefits information. Students who worked should also bring their income information. Students 24 or older may attend alone and bring their completed 2021 IRS 1040 tax

return, W-2 form or other 2021 income and benefits information. Students and parent(s) are encouraged to apply for their U.S. Department of Education FSA IDs at studentaid.gov before logging in to the event.

Volunteers will walk through the online form line by line and answer families’ individual questions as needed. All sites offer FAFSA online capabilities and many have Spanish interpreters. A complete list of sites is available at collegegoalsunday.org.

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Win A Scholarship

Students may also win one of five $1,000 scholarships. Students who attend College Goal Sunday and submit a completed evaluation form will automatically be entered in a drawing for a $1,000 scholarship. The winners will be notified in the spring and scholarships will be sent directly to the higher education institution selected by the winning students.

21st Century Scholars Benefit

21st Century Scholars are income-eligible students who sign a contract in the seventh

or eighth grade promising they will graduate from high school, meet grade point requirements, fulfill a pledge of good citizenship and apply for college financial aid.

Upon high school completion, scholars who have fulfilled the commitment and demonstrate financial need receive state funds to help cover their college tuition and fees for up to eight semesters at eligible Indiana public colleges or an equal dollar amount at eligible Indiana private colleges.

To fulfill their pledge, scholars must submit a completed FAFSA form on time and College Goal Sunday can help.

Program Is A National Model

College Goal Sunday originated in Indiana and is now a national model. Following Indiana’s example, College Goal Sunday events organized by more than 34 states have opened doors to higher education for hundreds of thousands of students all over the country.

For more information about College Goal Sunday, visit collegegoalsunday.org.

Barn and business breakfast

The public is invited to a morning of learning, networking and freshly cooked breakfast from 6-8:45 a.m. Tuesday, March 7, in the Winona Heritage Room, 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake.

Dr. Emily Wornell from Ball State University will present for discussion the program, “Policy for the People: Quality of Life as a Community and Economic Development Strategy.”

Wornell is a research assistant professor in the Indiana Communities Institute at Ball State University, working with the Rural Policy Research Institute Center for Local and State Policy and the Center for Business and Economic Research. Her research interests lie at the intersection of policy and research, including inequality and population change in rural communities.

Regularly, she presents her research and findings at national conferences, including the Population Association of America, the American Sociological Association and the Rural Sociological Society. She has presented her

Northern Indiana streams stocked with brown trout

The DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife stocked roughly 4,500 brown trout into northern Indiana streams in early January.

Most fish ranged between 8 to 14 inches at the time of release. Indiana obtained the trout from Illinois last year when they were approximately 3 inches long. Mixsawbah State Fish Hatchery in Walkerton raised the trout until they were close to an average of 10 inches long.

The six streams stocked included Pigeon River (Steuben/LaGrange counties), Solomon Creek (Elkhart County), Little Elkhart River (LaGrange/Elkhart counties), Rowe Eden Ditch (LaGrange/Elkhart counties), Cobus Creek (Elkhart County) and Little Kankakee River (LaPorte County).

research internationally, including southeast Asia, Europe and Canada.

Her research has been supported by grants from the Rural Sociological Society, the International Social Science Council and the Pennsylvania State University College of Agriculture. She is a member of RUPRI.

In addition, Wornell earned a doctorate in rural sociology and demography from The Pennsylvania State University and holds certificates in survey methodology and teaching. She earned a masters of public policy degree from Oregon State University.

Locally, Wornell is a board member for Muncie OUTreach and a member of Reconciliation Achieved through Community Engagement in Muncie.

The season for harvesting trout closed Dec. 31 and will reopen April 29. Anglers can still enjoy fishing the newly stocked streams before then, but any trout caught must be released back into the water immediately.

Brown trout have the potential to live multiple years in northern Indiana trout streams. They will likely provide excellent fishing opportunities when the season reopens and will continue to do so annually.

Anglers 18 and older must have an Indiana fishing license and a trout/salmon stamp to fish for trout. Learn more about purchasing a fishing license at on.in.gov/ huntfishlicenseretailers.

For additional information on trout stocking, visit wildlife.in.gov/ fishing/indiana-fish-stocking.

Silver Lake Lions fish fry Feb. 11

The Silver Lake Lions Club will be hosting their fish, chicken and tenderloin fry Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Silver Lake Conservation Building, 108 S. Elm St.

This carry-out-only meal begins at 4 p.m. and will continue until sold out.

The cost is $10 per pound. Side dishes are available.