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Earlier this month, the Old Jail Museum in Warsaw reopened after taking the usual few months off for the winter. With cautious optimism, the museum’s co-directors Greg Steffe andd Nanette Frantz are lookingg forward to 2021 and tryingg to spread the word about what the museum has to offer.

Held over from last year when the COVID-19 pandemic forced cancellation of some museum pplanned events is the main exh hibit focused on John Dillinger.

Typically during the winter months, exhibits are updated with new photos or items and also may be rearranged. There are now separate displays for the police and fire departments on the main floor k in the old men’s jail cell block area. A women’s exhibit featur-ing notable women of Kosciuskoo County is now located on thee second floor in the former women’s cell block area.

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plays on blizzards in the county and the shootout in 1994 involving fugitive David Swearingen.

The transportation display on the top floor was redone and includes new photos of the Winona Interurban Railway. Steffe said many local people are not even aware there was such a thing as an interurban railway in Kosciusko County.

As is the case with other museums and organizations depending on people coming through the doors, it remains to be seen how many people will visit the Old Jail Museum this year. “Due to COVID, we are feeling our way through this,” Frantz said. “Will people be comfortable visiting public places?”

Steffe said another big challenge for this year is “trying to revitalize the organization.” He noted the membership of the county’s historical society is aging, and although he appreciates the contributions of current volunteers, it creates concerns when doing more long-range planning. Attempts will be made to

attract younger age groups to become volunteers.

Frantz noted younger families are simply too busy raising children and don’t have time to volunteer. But a possibility is the 40 to 50 age group who may not have children at home any longer and “they begin to appreciate more how they fit into local history.”

Getting the word out a about all of the history on d display in the museum is another challenge. Steffe said it is common for people who have visited the museum for the first time to be surprised at what they see. There is also The Thaddeus, a publication of the historical society “chocked full of history articles.”

“We are trying to think of activities to make us more viable in the community,” Steffe said, noting as one example the museum participated in a Halloween event last year. “We want to do an open house sometime,” he added, hoping it will get more people in the doors “to see what we have here.”

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do paranormal research “has been a good marketing tool for us,” he said, acknowledging some people may not be in agreement with this decision. For example, havingg n haunted jail tours by lantern at night allows “the darkerr side of history” of the build-ing to be told. Steffe noted thatt history does exist.

Updating the county historical society’s website and using the Facebook page more often are other priorities for this year. Using the Facebook page to inform of events and to possibly post videos explaining the different exhibits are a couple of possibilities.

A lack of storage space and not enough manpower to properly process donations are other concerns.

Steffe noted the building was built to be a jail and not a museum and there is limited space for storing county records.

“We have county records sitting and deteriorating because we don’t have the manpower to work on it,” he said. “We have to limit donations due to a lack of storage space.”

In the past there was some talk about possibly moving the genealogy and history library out of the museum to free up storage space, but it was found not really much could be gained by doing that.

And, he noted, likely more than half of the visitors to the museum use the library.

Parking is limited with only on street spaces available near the museum and those can fill up quickly during the lunch hours.

The parking lot next to the museum is reserved for county employees only.

“It is a challenging location in many ways, but a lot of history is tied to it (the building),” Steffe said.

Steffe and Nantz are available to do speaking engagements to the public such as with church groups, nursing homes, service clubs and others.

The Old Jail Museum is located at 121 N. Indiana St. on the edge of downtown Warsaw. For more information, visit kosciuskohistory.com or call (574) 269-1078.

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Sometimes going through difficult and stressful circumstances can polish the rough edges off a person and give them a new perspective on life. Only a few months after graduating from college and newly married, Crystal Kreider was working as a teacher in a school in one of the roughest areas on the south side of Chicago.

For some background information first, Kreider, now a dual language immersion coach at Eisenhower Elementary and Leesburg Elementary for Warsaw Community Schools, grew up in Milford and was homeschooled through the fourth grade. For grades five and six, she attended Warsaw Christian School and then Lakeland Christian Academy for grades seven to 12, graduating from high school in 2005.

She took a year off from schooling and worked as a point of sale supervisor for Kohl’s in Warsaw, helping to set up the new store at that time. Beginning with the fall of 2006, she began attending Indiana Wesleyan University as a dual major in elementary education and Spanish education.

Kreider said she decided to become a teacher largely because of the influence of teacher Kim Rickelman, who was Kreider’s sponsor teacher at LCA for grades seven to 12. “She was a history teacher and I really got to know her,” Kreider said. “She made it fun and cared about the kids. She was really interested in our lives.

“I decided it was either education or interior design. I didn’t want to take an art class because I couldn’t draw very well.”

She graduated in December 2010 as a double major from IWU. During her time at the university, she was able to study abroad in Seville, Spain, for one summer, a requirement for her Spanish education major. She

$77(17,9( /,67(1(5 ³ Crystal Kreider visits with a student in one of the third grade classrooms at Eisenhower Elementary School in Warsaw. Photo by Tim Ashley. was also a student teacher in Costa Rica and Kokomo.

After graduation, she came back to Warsaw and worked as a paraprofessional for one semester at Jefferson Elementary in Winona Lake and also worked again at Kohl’s. She was engaged to Mike Kreider of Columbia City in January 2011, whom she had met in June 2010. The two were married July 30, 2011.

Mike was still attending school in Chicago so the couple moved there after being married. Crystal took a job teaching Spanish to eighth graders at Marquette School in Chicago’s inner city.

One of her students was shot and killed during gang violence.

“It was really hard for me personally and professionally,” Kreider said of teaching there.

“There were no resources or supplies. It was a turnaround school and under performing, so they let all of the teachers go.”

She didn’t finish the school year at Marquette and moved back to Indiana to live with her parents while Mike was still in school. Moving back was a hard decision to make “because I had started connecting with the kids” in the Chicago school.

Then in February 2012, one of those unexpected and tragic events occurred when Kreider was involved in a car crash on an icy road. Her car was T-boned and as a result her pelvis was shattered and she had several broken bones and injured ribs.

After several surgeries and recovery, a few months later she found another teaching job in Chicago, this time at Smyth School in the West Loop. There was no heating or air conditioning in the rooms and the experience proved to be trying emotionally and mentally for her, so she decided to quit teaching in March 2013.

Although both teaching experiences in Chicago were difficult to deal with, looking back Kreider can say they helped shape who she is today. “It gave me a new perspective on things,” she said, noting inner city Chicago is a much different culture than being home-schooled or attending a private school in a small town.

Later she became the parent liaison at Leesburg Elementary and then started teaching fifth grade at the same school in the Continued on page 3

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Birds of winter, spring and summer Blackc a p p e d ch i ck a d e e s and tufted titmice, w h i t e breasted nuthatches and one redbreasted, cardinals and blue jays, a downy woodpecker and a red-bellied woodpecker, house sparrows, tree sparrows and goldfinches fly back and forth to the feeders outside my dining

room window as I sit at the table inside eating breakfast.

There are dark-eyed juncos flying to the feeders and to the ground below. Juncos are winter birds to me. There are two male red-winged blackbirds coming to the feeders. The redwings are new arrivals, birds that first appeared on my feeders just a week ago. They are spring birds, a sign of the changing season.

When I finish breakfast my daughter and I get in her car and go for a ride, a search for more birds. Laura drives on county roads, roads with little traffic at that time, the middle of the morn-

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ing. There are few cars and also few birds. We see a few male redwinged blackbirds perched on the power line along the side of the road. We see one killdeer, flying, another first sighting for the year, another sign of spring.

We expect to see small flocks of horned larks. They’re summer and winter birds to us, year rounders. They’re common, birds we frequently see when we’re driving on county roads, but not that morning.

We see one kestrel. We expect to see more kestrels and at least one red-tailed hawk and perhaps a northern harrier, but one kestrel is the only hawk we see.

We see flocks of starlings, perched on power lines, on the ground and flying. We see two other flocks of blackbirds, on the ground, and we stop and look at them through our binoculars.

There are male redwings and there are grackles. The grackles are another first for this year, another avian sign of spring.

Ducks should be migrating, flying north, and Laura drives past every pond, every lake we can think of beginning with the pond by our pasture. There we see two mute swans on our pond, but those are birds that are there

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Continued from page 2 fall of 2013. With the exception of one year teaching sixth grade, she remained in that position through the 2019-20 school year. Last spring she was asked to consider applying for an instructional coach position and accepted during the summer of 2020.

She splits time between Eisenhower and Leesburg elementary schools and goes in and out of classrooms working with teachers in the dual language immersion program. She also helps where needed at Eisenhower, such as with the response to intervention team.

Kreider said she misses teaching, “but I love this role; it’s what I was made for.”

She is currently working on her master’s degree online through Indiana University in literacy culture and language education.

Crystal and Mike, who works at Robinson Construction in Warsaw, have two sons: Luke, 6, a student at Leesburg Elementary; and Keagan, 2, who will turn 3 in April. A third child is on the way.

Crystal enjoys crocheting, reading and spending time with her boys. The family attends Gospel Community Church in Goshen.

whenever there is any open water and sometimes when there isn’t any open water and they’re standing on ice. We are surprised to find some of the ponds and lakes are open, but some are still covered with ice. In every lake that is at least partially open, we see Canada geese. We don’t see many but a few. We also see a few mallards and scaup ducks where there is open water.

We see crows, of course. We spot a few small flocks of sandhill cranes flying over. We hear and see a few small flocks of sandhills when we’re stopped at the side of the road by a pond or lake with open water.

We watch for other wildlife besides birds, of course. We see squirrels. Laura jams on the breaks twice to keep from hit-

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Old Reader’s Digest — Does anyone have old Reader’s Digest magazines that date back to the early 1900s? Also there’s an old “sunshine magazine” I’d be interested in as well. Any date. Reply through this column. — A reader

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&+$0%(5 2))(5,1* ),1*(535,17,1* 6(59,&(6 “ Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is now providing convenient, fast and accurate Live Scan flngerprinting services through IdentoGo by IDEMIA. The chamber÷s hours of operation for flngerprinting services are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Kosciusko Chamber offers fingerprinting service Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is providing convenient, fast and accurate Live Scan fingerprinting services through IdentoGo by IDEMIA. Whether a person is required to be fingerprinted by a government agency or for employment, you can now make an appointment at the Kosciusko Chamber with one of its trained staff members.

The chamber made the decision to take the necessary steps and complete training to become a certified fingerprinting location to help support local childcare workers. The effort was spearheaded by LaunchPad, Kosciusko County’s early learning coalition, as state regulations require early learning providers to be fingerprinted annually.

Due to long wait times and difficulty finding available appointments locally, many providers were required to travel out of the county to complete their annual fingerprinting. This has hindered their ability to onboard the new staff members they

need to operate. With the new location opening at the chamber, it will provide child care workers with a more convenient and efficient option.

Though supporting early learning providers was the driving force behind the chamber’s decision, fingerprinting services can be completed for a wide variety of state agencies, programs and industries. Those include: adoption, attorneys and legal workers, banking, child care, construction industry licensing, education, firearm permits, financial services, health care, human services, insurance, management services, mortgage industry, pharmaceutical industry, real estate, social services, state employment and transportation.

The chamber’s hours of operation for fingerprinting services are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, by appointment only. Kosciusko Chamber is located at 523 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw.

Fellowship Missions seeks disciple-makers Fellowship Missions is recruiting disciple-makers to walk alongside residents of the shelter. The mission believes faith is an essential part of getting back on your feet and the road of recovery.

Disciple-makers will help all find strength, understanding, wisdom, guidance and encouragement in a relationship with the Lord. Anyone

with a desire to help Fellowship Missions residents on their faith journey may attend the disciple-making training from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 24. Please call David Wildman if you have questions or to register for the training. He can be reached at Fellowship Missions, (574) 268-9555, ext. 113 or via email at dwildman@ fellowshipmissions.net.

The March 16 Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting included recognition of achievements, hard work and heroic acts.

Among those were Richard Loos of Warsaw, who was honored as Veteran of the Month; and Kosciusko County government for receiving the Health and Wellness in the Workplace Award through the Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce annual awards program.

Kosciusko County implemented a new health and wellness program in January 2019 consisting of workshops and classes to educate county employees and their families. In addition, the county conducted a fourweek class for those with diabetes.

The county developed and awarded incentives for participation. Incentives included a reduction in insurance premiums and a bonus flex day. During the first six months of the program, the county saw a 75 percent participation rate.

Legacy 5 and Triumphant Quartet to perform in Nappanee Christian gospel groups, Legacy 5 and Triumphant Quartet, will perform two concerts Saturday, March 27, at Sammlung Platz Event Center, 758 N. Tomahawk Trail, Nappanee.

The matinee will begin at 2 p.m., with doors open at 1 p.m.

The evening show will start at 6:30 p.m.; doors will open at 5:30 p.m.

Tickets are $23 per person (children 10 and under are free) and can be purchased online at itickets.com or by mailing a check to: Phil Gingerich, 12987 N. 400W, Milford, IN 46542. Include a stamped envelope for return tickets.

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As part of the collaboration between the county and other organizations, between June 2019 and July 2020, 224 county employees participated in numerous Purdue Extension health-related programs.

Online classes and social distancing were implemented to allow classes to continue during the pandemic.

“I would just like to take a moment to recognize the people who worked hard on that committee that helped make this possible,” said Commissioners Vice President Cary Groninger. “Our health and wellness program is to try to improve the health of our employees in the county and we’re working hard to do that with a lot of innovative ways.”

Members of the Kosciusko County Health and Wellness Committee include Cary Groninger, Marsha McSherry, Amy Irwin, Anita Alcorn, Darron Longenecker, Deb Winger, Jackie Franks, Jeanne DeWilde and Mike Kissinger.

County Administrator Marsha McSherry pointed out specific contributions by several members of the Health & Wellness Committee.

“Anita Alcorn is our nurse practitioner. She’s been very insightful in the medical part of the committee in putting this together. Jackie Franks at Purdue Extension puts on a lot of classes and does a lot of training,” McSherry said. “Jeanne DeWilde is our health nurse at the clinic and has also contributed considerably as far as the medical side of that. Darron Longenecker is our consultant with our insurance so he’s been an integral part of putting this together

and helping with the program in the county.”

In other news: County Emergency Management Agency Director Ed Rock received approval to apply for a $16,000 cybersecurity grant.

A proposal in the amount of $6,931.13 submitted by Precision Concrete Cutting was approved.

This is for concrete repair on county properties.

County Highway Superintendent Steve Moriarty’s recommendation for accepting a $785,234.70 bid submitted by Phend & Brown of Milford was approved. The bid is for a community crossing 2022 matching involving roads CR 1050N, CR 300E, CR 325E, CR 200W and CR 700S. Commissioners approved a request by Robert and Phyllis Swanson to rezone a 1.27 acre parcel of land from an agricultural to an agricultural II district. This will allow the property, located at 6008 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw, to be subdivided.

Commissioners approved two ordinance amendments presented by Kosciusko Area Planning Assistant Planner and Floodplain Administrator Matt Sandy. These were related to municipal clarification and online permit fees.

A recommendation by County Systems Administrator Bob Momeyer was approved. The county will enter into a three-year contract with Daston, an information technology consulting and services firm, for email services.

The next regular meeting will be 9 a.m. March 30.

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Drywall repair details While your walls can suffer from everyday living, repairing drywall can be an easy fix if you have a little patience and the proper tools. Repairing it yourself can be much more convenient, plus save you money.

Nicks, Dings And Dents Cut off any raised debris with a razor blade so it’s completely smooth. Using a drywall knife, smooth a pre-mixed spackling compound over the dent or hole and let it dry for about 15 minutes. Lightly sand the area, apply another thin coat and sand again until the spot is totally smooth. Then, apply paint for a completed look.

Cracks Long, skinny cracks aren’t as scary as they look, usually

the result of the house flexing or settling and forming around windows and doors that were installed too tightly. To fix, get all of the loose debris out of the crack with a utility knife or flathead screwdriver. Next, apply a drywall compound into the crack to hold it together and prevent it from cracking again.

Let it dry and apply a second coat. After the area is dry, it’s ready to be sanded and painted.

Small To Medium Holes If the hole is more than a few inches wide, you’ll need a drywall patch. Cut a square of repair drywall 2 inches larger than the hole. With a utility knife, score the front of the drywall, then snap it back and cut the back for a perfectly smooth-

Local students named to dean’s list The dean’s list is a recognition given to cadets and students who are registered for 12 or more semester hours and whose grade point average is 3.20 or higher, with no grade of I (incomplete) and no grade below C for work in a semester.

The nearly 1,400 cadets and students recognized for their academic achievements during the fall 2020 semester in-

clude these local cadets and students: • Elijah Holder, Warsaw • Brant Norris, Mentone Due to a commitment to academic excellence, 63% of Citadel cadets and students graduate after four years and go on to earn an average salary of nearly $57,000 after learning how to be principled leaders in all walks of life.

edged piece. Next, outline the piece over the hole in the wall with a pencil and then cut the existing drywall along the lines with a drywall saw. Screw two pieces of thin wood inside the hole at the top and bottom.

Place the patch over the hole and screw it in, making sure the heads of each screw are below the surface for an even finish.

Apply a square of drywall mesh, which is sticky on one side, over the patch. This will help bond the patch to the wall. You’re now ready to spackle, using a pre-mixed wet drywall applied in three thin coats. Let it dry, sand it down and apply another two coats to make it nice and smooth.

Large Holes Repairing large patches due to water damage or another issue is just a bigger, longer process of fixing a smaller hole. Instead of using nailer boards, cut out a square or rectangle from one stud to the next stud, and then screw the large patch into the studs. Use joint tape instead of drywall mesh, then just apply two to three coats of compound and lightly sand in between each one.

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Christian theatrical group 3:16 Community Theatre will present six performances of “The Passion” between Friday, March 26, and Saturday, April 3, in the Activity Center of Quaker Haven Camp south of Syracuse.

The play is based on the four Gospels and involves 70 actors and a dozen stage crew members.

Sets include vendors reenacting a public marketplace in first century Jerusalem.

Some of the content is original, according to Rodney Urick, the troupe’s president. “We have a revised script from the productions from over 25 years ago,” he said, noting the essential message has not changed. “Most of what is seen in this presentation is directly from the Bible, so the story is timeless.”

Urick summarized the realism of the performances. “As guests arrive in the city for Passover, the vendors in the marketplace will be selling their goods and the city will be abuzz with activity.

As Jesus arrives in the city, the crowds gather to hear the wisdom and teachings of Jesus. They will later turn their backs on him and scream, ‘Crucify, crucify him!’”

Music is incorporated into the play. “This production includes many songs to help tell the story of Jesus’ last three days,” he said.

“From ‘Hosanna’ in the triumphal entry to ‘Crucify Him,’ which takes Jesus to the cross, this story is filled with musical tributes in telling the story.”

Urick commended the motivation of the play’s participants, who started rehearsals the second week of January. “The cast

and crew are working very hard to bring this message, the story of salvation, to everyone to hear,” he said. “We have many new faces in the 3:16 Community Theatre family and they are very dedicated to the sharing of this gospel.”

He added, “The audience can prepare for this by just opening up their hearts to the calling of the Spirit and being accepting to the Lord’s calling. We’re praying for the community and all of those attending that this Easter God will move in a big way and souls will be saved and eternal life given to many.”

“The Passion” performance times are: • 7 p.m. Friday, March 26 • 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 27 • 2 p.m. Sunday, March 28 • 7 p.m. Friday, April 2 • 2 p.m. Saturday, April 3 Ticket prices are $7 general admission purchased before Friday, March 26; $10 gold circle seating, center stage, advance purchase only; $10 general admission after March 26 or at the door; and $20 for buffet and choice of showtimes March 27. Dinner will be served in the camp’s dining hall from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Tickets may be purchased by calling Quaker Haven Camp at (574) 834-4193 or online at www. buytickets.at/316.

Quaker Haven Camp is located at 111 EMS D16C Lane, Syracuse, at the crossroads of county roads 900N and 500E. The 3:16 Community Theatre was formed in 2019 following the dissolution of its predecessor, Lakes Area Players. Its mission is “to provide wholesome, positive entertainment through music and drama.”

For more information, visit www.316communitytheatre. org, www.facebook. com/316communitytheatre or www.quakerhaven.com or email contact@316communitytheatre. org.

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),567 )(0$/( ($*/( 6&287 ,1 7+( $5($ ³ Megan Harris, a member of North Webster Troop 726G, is the flrst female Eagle Scout in northeast Indiana and was recognized by the Kosciusko County Commissioners Tuesday, March 16. Shown, from left, are Commissioners President Bob Conley, Harris and Vice President Cary Groninger. Photo by Lasca Randels.

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6(;721 5(&2*1,=(' ³ Charles Sexton, a member of North Webster Troop 726, was recognized by the Kosciusko County Commissioners Tuesday, March 16, for achieving his Eagle Scout status. Shown, from left, are President Bob Conley, Sexton, and Vice President Cary Groninger. Photo by Lasca Randels.

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Sexton is a freshman at Warsaw Community High School. He earned his Eagle rank Jan. 21.

His parents are Amy Sexton and the late Edward Sexton. He has been in Troop 726 since 2016 and was in Cub Scouts for four years prior. He is currently in Troop 726B. Sexton is in the Warsaw Jr. ROTC program.

Harris is a senior at Churubusco High School. She is a found-

Ivy Tech invites community to virtual business career fair Ivy Tech Community College, Warsaw, is hosting a business virtual Career exploration and job fair from 9-11 a.m.

Friday, March 26. Ivy Tech faculty will present from 9-10 a.m., followed by the job fair from 10-11 a.m.

The public is welcome to attend both sessions. The job fair is designed to connect Ivy Tech students and community members to northern Indiana employers with hiring needs.

Attendees will join the fair

virtually and will be able to speak with northeast Indiana employers.

Employers in attendance will include: Swiss Re, Better Business Bureau, Micropulse, Do It Best, Work and Learn Indiana, State Farm and Allen County Government. Join on Zoom at link.ivytech.edu/ jobfair; the meeting ID is 937 2155 5196.

For more information, contact Anh Dinh Lapsley at alapsley6@ivytech.edu.

Local residents earn degree from WGU The following local residents have earned a degree from Western Governors University.

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• Bradley Brown, Leesburg,

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ing member of Troop 726G that was formed in February 2019, when the BSA allowed for female Scouts to join. She is the first female Eagle Scout in northeast Indiana and is in the inaugural class of female Eagle Scouts in the U.S. Prior to joining Scouts BSA, she was a member of a Venture Crew, a co-ed program in the BSA, for two years. She is the daughter of Mark and Mandi Harris. She is in the Churubusco New Era Show Choir where she has been a member during her four years in high school. Harris earned her Eagle

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OBITUARIES Steve Momotiuk U.S. Army Veteran

Steve Momotiuk, 75, Goshen, died 8:58 a.m.

Monday, March 15, 2021, at his home.

He was born Feb. 2, 1946, in Bad Horn, Germany, to Dmytro and Antonina (Melnychuk) Momotiuk. On Sept. 9, 1972, he married Janina (Adamiak) Momotiuk.

Surviving are his wife, Janina, Goshen; 67(9( four children, Andrew (Michele) Momotiuk, Ka02027,8. lamazoo, Mich., Alex Momotiuk, Goshen, Tania (Craig) Jones, Middlebury, and Kathy (Charles) Haney, Gosport; and 13 grandchildren, Nicholas, Christopher, Jonathan, Michael, Stephen, Nathan, Elizabeth, Tetiana, Elliana, Matthew, William, Sophie and Lucy.

Preceding him in death are his parents and three brothers, Alex, Robert and Milet Momotiuk.

Steve served in the U.S. Army. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for almost 20 years. He was a member of the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, where he sang in the choir and taught Sunday school.

Visitation was held 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the service following at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 18, all at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 417 S. Main St., Goshen. The service was streamed through YouTube, youtube.com/channel/UCW4UrLgN5o8P6cBJFz9JGIw and the church Facebook page, Facebook. com/stjohngoshen. Father Royce Gregerson officiated and burial followed at Oakridge Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be directed to Alzheimer’s Association, act.alz.org/site/TR/Events/TributesAlzheimersChampions?pg=fund&fr_id=1060&pxfid=672212.

Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, handled arrangements and online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com.

Richard VanDiepenbos Retired From NIPSCO

Richard “Dick” VanDiepenbos, loving husband and father of three children, passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021, at the age of 75.

Dick was born July 13, 1945, in Goshen, to Neil and Augusta (Holderman) VanDiepenbos.

He retired from NIPSCO after 34 years of 5,&+$5' service. On May 27, 1966, he married the love of his life, Kathy Ritter. They raised two daugh- 9$1',(3(1%26 ters, Lori (Tom) Fultz and Kristi Carter; and one son, Mike (Lisa) VanDiepenbos.

Dick’s passion was baseball, fishing and any sports. He was much admired by friends and family and will be dearly missed.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Ruth Ann Grove and Nancy Summers. He is survived by his brother, Tom (Edna) VanDiepenbos; his wife; three children; grandchildren, Travis (Ashley) Green, Robert Fultz, Ashley Chaney, Jada Carter, Alex Hogenboom and Clayton VanDiepenbos; several greatgrandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Due to COVID-19, there will be private family services. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Goshen Hospice or the Syracuse American Legion.

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John E. Hammons Former Truck Driver

John Ellison Hammons, 64, North Manchester, passed away Sunday, March 21, 2021, at his home.

Born March 18, 1957, in Newport, Ky., John was the son of the late Glen and Emma Jane (Bailey) Hammons. On March 12, 1977, John married Patricia Hooker. During their time together, they had two -2+1 ( children, Brian and Amanda Hammons. +$00216 For more than 20 years John supported the family as a truck driver for Pierceton Trucking Company. He also helped build homes and worked on construction projects. Although John worked hard, he also liked to relax with his family, especially his grandchildren. His family and friends always enjoyed his gift of storytelling and his sense of humor brought joy to those around him. However, John would also stand up for what was right and just when it came to family.

The precious memory of John Hammons will be forever cherished

by Patricia Hammons; son, Brian (Sonya) Hammons, North Manchester; daughter, Amanda (Jason) Ward, Fort Wayne; brothers, Glen (Connie) Hammons, Energy, Ill., and Ed (Sue) Purvis, Wabash; sisters, Mary Kline and Marea (Allen) Kline, both of North Manchester; two grandchildren, Kean and Keshawn Ward; and his cat, Rush. John was preceded in death by his parents, Glen Hammons and Emma Jane Purvis; and brother-inlaw, Ron Kline.

Family and friends may call from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 26, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester. Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate.

Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley St., North Manchester.

For those who wish to honor the memory of John Hammons, a love offering may be made to McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester, IN 46962 to assist with final expenses.

The family of John Hammons has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.

Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.

Margaret A. Metzger Retired Receptionist

Margaret Arloene Metzger, 98, North Manchester, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, March 20, 2021.

One of two children, Arloene was born Oct. 26, 1922, in Kosciusko County, to the late Herman and Grace (Metzger) Fultz.

A year after graduating from Sidney High 0$5*$5(7 $ School in 1940, Arloene married her loving hus0(7=*(5 band, Lester D. Metzger Oct. 26, 1941. The two built a beautiful life together, raising three children, traveling and keeping the farm. While the children were young, Arloene and Lester enjoyed taking the kids and later the grandkids camping. They also relished in their time traveling with Farm Seed Corn vacations.

Arloene did her part to keep the family happy and healthy. She worked at the school lunch program, Joyful Scribes, Chester Township Assessor and eventually retired as a receptionist at Peabody Retirement Community in 2005 at the age of 83, all while working on the farm as well. On March 18, 2005, Arloene experienced one of the hardest days of her life when she lost her other half, Lester. The two were married for 63 years.

Arloene was the example of a strong, Christian woman, mother, grandmother and friend. She was a godly woman who taught those close to her the value of faith and a loving nature. Arloene was a member of Liberty Mills Church of the Brethren in Liberty Mills, where she also was part of the Aid Society. On Sundays she played piano at the church as well. She was an accomplished seamstress, and when her children were young, she made all of their clothing.

Arloene was also an amazing quilter and cook. She taught her children the value of hard work at an early age and led by example as she milked cows, raised chickens and sold their eggs, canned, made homemade meals for the family, and helped her husband on the land. Arloene was an incredibly strong woman who left a legacy for those around that spoke to the importance of family, God’s amazing love and faithfulness.

Arloene’s example and loving memories will be forever remembered and cherished by her sons, Kenneth (Kelly) Metzger, Auburn, and Keith (Priscilla) Metzger, North Manchester; daughter, Carol (Rodney) Rooney, Huntington; 16 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren. Arloene is preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Grace (Metzger) Fultz; husband, Lester D. Metzger; and sister, Joan Fultz Rule.

Family and friends may call from 3-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester. Funeral services will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 25, with calling beginning at 9 a.m. at McKee Mortuary. Pastor Erin Huiras and Pastor Kelly Beutler will officiate. Burial will be at Ulrey Memorial Cemetery, 2507 SR 14, Silver Lake.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Arloene Metzger, memorial contributions may be made to Liberty Mills Church of the Brethren, 103 N. 3rd St., Liberty Mills, IN 46946 or the North Manchester Fellowship Food Pantry, 410 N. Market St., North Manchester, IN 46962.

The family of Arloene Metzger has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.

Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.

Debra L. Bissell Debra L. “Deb” Bissell, 68, North Webster, died March 16, 2021.

She was born Jan. 10, 1953. On Sept. 15, 1988, she married Ernest Ross “Pete” Bissell. He preceded her in death May 30, 2010.

Surviving are daughters, Tonya Bowser, Syracuse, and Jaime Ervin, North Webster; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and brothers, Gene Mitchener, Marion, and Dale Mitchener, Heeney, Colo.

Private funeral services were held at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster. Burial was in the Mock Addition of the North Webster Cemetery.

Christine Ann Edwards Christine Ann Edwards, 72, Warsaw, died at 6 p.m. March 18, 2021.

She was born Feb. 20, 1949.

Surviving are her children, Joel Edwards, San Juan Capistrano, Calif., and Jackie Timmerman, Warsaw; siblings, Roberta Gregory, Venice, Fla., Dave Knisely, Warsaw, John Knisely, Syracuse, Tom Knisely, Gainesville, Fla., and Mike Knisely, Venice, Fla.; and five grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be planned at a later date. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Kendra L. Fuentes Kendra L. Fuentes, 51, Rochester, died at 12:50 a.m. March 13, 2021.

She was born April 5, 1969. On Feb. 3, 2007, she married Reinaldo O. Fuentes; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Skyler Creviston, Rochester, Ember Lambert, Miami, Ebony Lambert, South Bend, Raven Lambert, Silver Lake, and Quincy Lambert, Rochester; bonus children, Cortnie Tuttle, Delong, and Ayriel Eytcheson, Montgomery, Texas; seven grandchildren; sisters, Julie Shafer and Michelle Shanklin, both of Rochester; and a brother, Donald Creviston, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held March 18 at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Pearl Leatherman Pearl Leatherman, 96, Warsaw, died at 4:46 p.m. March 19, 2021.

She was born Sept. 25, 1924. On April 28, 1945, she married Gene Leatherman, who preceded her in death in 1996.

She is survived by a son, Mike Leatherman, Warsaw; a daughter, Leslea Wolford, Tempe, Ariz.; five grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

Interment will be held at a later date in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Janet S. Lilly Janet S. Lilly, 73, Syracuse, died at 10 a.m. March 15, 2021.

Arrangements are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Heidi Linn Heidi K. Linn, 88, Grand Rapids, Mich., formerly of Warsaw, died March 17, 2021.

She was born Jan. 29, 1933. On Dec. 3, 1955, she married Walter Linn, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by a daughter, Heidi Jamesen; three grandchildren; a sister, Traudel Forward; and brother, Juergen Knauss.

Services will be held at 1 p.m.

Friday, March 26, at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw.

Visitation will be from 2-3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Warsaw’s Oakwood Cemetery.

Mary Helen Manwaring Mary Helen Manwaring, 82, Chapman Lake, formerly of Mentone, died at 11:50 p.m. March 18, 2021.

She was born Oct. 10, 1938. On Aug. 14, 1960, she married Frank N. Manwaring. He preceded her in death Aug. 18, 2019.

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OBITUARIES Continued from page 8 Surviving are daughters, Julie Reed and Jennifer Manwaring, both of Warsaw; a son, Neil Samuel Manwaring, Warsaw; four grandchildren; and a brother, James Miner, Thorntown.

Visitation will be from 3-6 p.m.

Thursday, March 25, at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw.

Services will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will take place privately at Mentone Cemetery.

Michael McCord Michael McCord, 41, Palestine, died March 20, 2021.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Phyllis R. Newcomer Phyllis R. Newcomer, 61, New Paris, died at 5 a.m. March 15, 2021.

She was born May 14, 1959. On April 7, 1984, she married Dale Newcomer; he survives.

Also surviving are sons, Dustin Newcomer, Goshen, Zachary Newcomer, Indianola, Iowa, and Bradley Newcomer, Goshen; sisters, Linda Lalor, Ohio, and Debbie Dobson, Illinois; and a brother, Steve Horvath, South Carolina.

Services were held March 20 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Burial was in Union Center Cemetery.

Penny Mae Owsley Penny Mae Owsley, 60, Warsaw, died at 6:03 p.m. March 15, 2021.

She was born Sept. 30, 1960.

She is survived by her companion, Joe Leek, Warsaw; her children, Lindsay Owsley, Avilla, and Jeramy Owsley, Oneida, Ky.; four grandchildren; siblings, Linda Hewitt, New Paris, Karen Weaver, Syracuse, Hershel Hewitt Jr., Wawaka, and Michael Hewitt, Rome City; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services were held March 19 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. A cremation committal took place at Legacy Cremation and Remembrance Center, Ligonier.

Stephen R. Parker Stephen R. “Steve” Parker, 77, Oro Valley, Ariz., died March 7, 2021.

He was born April 22, 1943. He married Jolane “Jo” Parker, who preceded him in death in August 2018.

Surviving are daughters, Angela Parker, Tucson, Ariz., and Kristi Parker, Boise, Idaho; a grandson; his mother, Lee Parker Craig, Tucson, Ariz.; a sister, Suzanne Parker, Tucson, Ariz.; and a nephew.

A celebration of life is being planned for Steve and Jo in April at the Chapman Lake Conservation Club, as well as one in Oro Valley, Ariz. Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Randy E. Ransbottom Randy E. Ransbottom, 73, Silver Lake, died at 12:52 p.m. March 19, 2021.

He was born July 11, 1947. On Dec. 20, 1980, he married Priscilla “Bess” Poe; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Tony Neal, Silver Lake; daughters, Shannon Trowbridge, North Webster, Donnette Shumacher, Claypool, and Ashley Howard, Columbia City; four grandchildren; his mother, June E. Mishler, Warsaw; a brother, Dan Ransbottom, Claypool; and sisters, Sue Zolman, Mentone, Sara Richard, Rising Sun, and Pam Novak, Warsaw.

Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m.

Wednesday, March 24, at RedpathFruth Funeral Home, 225 Argonne Road, Warsaw. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 25, at the funeral home. A graveside service will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, with military rites conducted by the American Legion and active duty members of the Army Honor Guard.

Paul Dean Reed Paul Dean Reed, 67, rural Akron, died at 1:31 p.m. March 18, 2021.

He was born April 24, 1953. He married Velvet Mannies; they later divorced.

Surviving are sons, John Dean Reed, Akron, and Joseph Aland Reed,

Columbus; daughters, Emilea Arine Kenworthy, Poneto, and Ashlynn Nicole Reed, Fort Wayne; seven grandchildren; brothers, Michael Reed, Akron, and David Reed, Austel, Ga.; sisters, Marcille Needham, Wabash, Joyce Greer, Peru, and Wanda Wildermuth, Rochester; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at Silver Creek Church of God, 6504 W. 1300S, Silver Lake. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday the church. Burial and committal service will follow at Silver Creek Cemetery.

Earl-Love Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of arrangements.

Stephen D. Rice Stephen D. “Steve” Rice, 65, Warsaw, died March 15, 2021.

He was born Dec. 27, 1955. On June 6, 1981, he married Dorothy “Jenny” Steele; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Wayne Miller, Leesburg, Aimee Mueller, Texas, and Jaime Neer, Warsaw; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and siblings, Connie Rice, Michigan, Tim Rice, Milford, and Laura Bushong, Ohio.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place. Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Milford, is in charge of arrangements.

Jeannette A. Schnedler Jeannette Ann Schnedler, 76, died at her home in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. She was born Oct. 4, 1944.

She is survived by a sister, Rita Schnedler, North Olmsted, Ohio.

Services were held March 20 at Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church. Burial was in McClintic Cemetery, Syracuse.

John I. Schuh John I. Schuh, 85, Warsaw, died at 1:45 a.m. March 19, 2021.

He was born Sept. 23, 1935. On Sept. 10, 1955, he married Virginia C. “Ginny” Vining; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Jodi Susaraba, Warsaw; a son, Jerry Schuh, Warsaw; four grandchildren;

and nine great-grandchildren.

Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw. No services are planned.

Private burial will take place in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, at a later date.

Teresa Sue Shepherd Teresa Sue (Brewer) Shepherd, 47, died March 16, 2021.

She was born Aug. 6, 1973.

She is survived by a daughter, Emma Kay Hall; a stepdaughter, Nevaeh Shepherd, and her husband, Brian Shepherd; siblings, Jenette Aker, Winona Lake, Debbie Fitzpatrick, Paintsville, Ky., Dinah Goble, Tippecanoe, Karen Ping, Akron, Patricia Marsillett, Tippecanoe, and Michael McCarty, Paintsville, Ky.; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Private services will be held at a later date. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Helen Arlene Sloan Helen Arlene Sloan, 85, Syracuse, died March 16, 2021.

She was born Nov. 24, 1935. On April 30, 1955, she married Warren Sloan; he survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Nancy Hill and Liz Voelker; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sisters, Billie and Roberta.

No services are planned. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, was in charge of arrangements.

Donald Earl Street Donald Earl Street, 43, Warsaw, died just after 2 a.m. March 13, 2021.

He was born April 15, 1977.

He is survived by his wife, Sara Street; his children, Terell Street, Mishawaka, Tiayana Blair, Houston, Texas, Devin Street, Warsaw, D’Andre Street, Fort Wayne, Makaila Boxley, Warsaw, Natayia Street, Warsaw, and Mya Street, Warsaw; four grandchildren; a sister, Latosha Douglas; his mother, Larita Mason; his father, Donald Street; and maternal grandmother, Mae Sullivan.

Services were held March 19 at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Betty A. Tudor Betty A. Tudor, 86, Warsaw, died March 15, 2021.

She was born April 14, 1934. On March 28, 1953, she married Glendon W. Tudor; he survives.

Also surviving are sons, Mark Tudor, Elkhart, Jack Tudor, Milford, and Paul Tudor, Elkhart; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Visitation was held March 20 at Central Christian Church, 418 W. Franklin St., Elkhart. Burial followed at Rice Cemetery, Elkhart. YoderCulp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Jonathan B. Wells Jonathan B. “Big Jon” Wells, 59, Warsaw, died Feb. 6, 2021.

He was born March 21, 1961. On Dec. 1, 2013, he married Teresa Johnson; she survives.

A celebration of his life was held March 20 at the American Legion in Bourbon. Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Milford, was in charge of arrangements.

Claudia Esther Yates Claudia Esther Yates, 63, Claypool, died at 3:40 a.m. March 13, 2021.

She was born March 27, 1957. On March 15, 2013, she married Darrell Keith Yates; he survives.

She is also survived by a daughter, Rusty Deann Terry, Bluefield, W.Va.; a son, Rex “Allen” Addair Jr., North Manchester; a stepdaughter, Kara Lee Yates, Warsaw; a stepson, Billy Thomas Yates, Claypool; 18 grandchildren; sisters, Christine Jones, Redkey, Barbara Roberts, North Vernon, and Hazel Addair, Grapevine, W.Va.; and a brother, Larry Roberts, Tavewell, Va. Cremation took place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw. No public services are planned.

Private family burial will be in Mullen’s Family Cemetery in Ritter, W.Va.

COUNTY REPORT Court News Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Fussle Realty LLC v. Scott Ryan and Tia Blevins, $2,780 Hollar Dental Group v. Randy Hafler, $653.37 Teachers Credit Union v. Jon and Renee Lackey, $4,004.52 Huntington 112 v. Pamela Mast, $8,000 Aegis Dental Group v. Dorene Rasmussen, $1,992.66; v. Sandra Ricci, $802.50 Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Megan Richard, $8,000

$7,896.08 LVNV Funding LLC v. Robert Gardiner, $718.51; v. Tami Smith, $670.01 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Michele Heath, $5,516.99 JH Met Subsidiary B Liquidating Trust v. Tyler Hyde, $3,157.30 Credit Corp Solutions Inc. v. Jose Rangel, $3,483.71

Evictions The following eviction has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Mineral Springs LLC v. Jennifer Gasaway, $1,799 Sky Team Properties v. Robert Gray, $4,438.35; v. Michaela Leach, $1,883 Larry Long v. Jeremiah Harmon, $2,570.16

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The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher Kehler presiding: Ally Bank v. Rene Adame, $8,720.10 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Rebecca Adams, $1,589.34; v. Roger Blanton, $1,555.70; v. Christopher Chavez, $1,486.55; v. Keith Gautschi, $2,041.68; v. Skyler Kuta, $1,750; v. Eric Manning, $5,918.46; v. Mary Shelton, $1,282.34; v. Dewey Shepherd, $2,781.28 Mariner Finance LLC v. Michael Aikin and Cynthia Davis, $2,888.25; v. Robert C. Butler, $2,584.54 Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v.

Cassi Bause, $925.17 SoFi Lending Corp. v. Jeffrey Boggs, $26,755.80 Communitywide Federal Credit Union v. Anthony Burkholder,

The following infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court II, Judge Torrey Bauer presiding: No valid driver’s license — John Adkins, Warsaw, $160.50; Jesus Gomez, Leesburg, $160.50; Patrick Stark, Warsaw, $160.50.

Driving while suspended — Michael Pena, Bremen, $185.50; Jose Rosales, Warsaw, $185.50; Logan Keen, Winona Lake, $185.50

Failure to register — William Brown, Mentone, $160.50 Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Anthony Henley, Warsaw, $25; Mackinzee Sechrist, Atwood, $25 Disregarding stop sign — Kaleb Smith, Pierceton, $160.50; Miriam Zielinski, Warsaw, $160.50; Santhosh Guntakandla, Warsaw, $160.50 Disregard lighted signal — Zoila Ramirez, Warsaw, $160.50 Failure to obey signs and markings while driving a vehicle — Oscar Valtierrez Salgado, Warsaw, $160.50

Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk of the Court Ann Torpy:

DeWitt-Fiorucci Thad N. DeWitt, 24, Warsaw, and Shayna D. Fiorucci, 22, Warsaw

Justis-Addair Larry G. Justis, 72, Claypool, and Leta K. Addair, 57, Pierceton

Cesco-Barker Randall C. Cesco, 49, Syracuse, and Krissandra S. Barker, 48, Milford

Chandler-Branning Seth Chandler, 20, Warsaw, and Emma Branning, 18, South Whitley

Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Annen — Kelly Annen, Winona Lake, and Justin Annen, Warsaw. Married: Sept. 9, 2006. Separated: Jan. 15, 2021. There are three minor children.

Yandl-Mayer — Shawn Yandl, Warsaw, and Anne Mayer, South Bend.

Married: April 1, 2019. Separated: June 7, 2020. There are no minor children.

Rassi — Gabriel Rassi, Syracuse, and Pamela Rassi, Warsaw. Married: May 17, 1991. Separated: Feb. 6, 2021.

There are no minor children.

Mujica-Esquivias — Ninive Mujica, Warsaw, and Francisco Esquiv-

Higdon-Manns Paul D. Higdon Jr., 58, Syracuse, and Heather L. Manns, 42, Syracuse

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PUBLIC AUCTIONS In light of coronavirus precautions, we encourage our readers to check auctioneers’ websites for sale status updates. At press time, the following were scheduled: Mary Fry, Owner 9 a.m. Saturday, March 27, at 3711 W. 1100N, Ligonier. (From town, 3½ miles north on SR 5 to CR 1100N; then east 4½ miles. From Topeka, 2 miles south on 600W to 1100N; then east 2¼ miles). J & S Auctions & Real Estate Contractors Auction 9 a.m. Saturday, March 27, at the Michiana Event Center, 445 W. Farver St., Shipshewana (from downtown, ½ mile south on SR 5/Van Buren Street to traffic light at CR200N/ Farver Street; then east 250 feet). Chupp Auctions Standardbred Auction 9 a.m. Saturday, March 27, at the Shipshewana Auction Barn, 345 S. Van Buren St. (SR 5). Chupp Auctions Jeffrey Kreft Estate 10 a.m. Saturday, March 27, at 259 S. 700W, Rochester (7 miles west of town on SR 14 to 700W; then south ½ mile). Coins, household, lawn and garden, shop, vehicles, tractor and implements, boats. Ball Auction & Realty Leesburg Real Estate Auction Open house: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, March 28, at 310 S. Main St. (SR 15), Leesburg. Auction online only: 8 a.m.

Tuesday, April 13, through 6 p.m.

Thursday, April 15, at schraderauction.com. Retail/commercial building.

DMT Enterprises, owner.

Lois Miller Trust Open house: 4-6 p.m. Monday, March 29, at 66400 CR 21, Goshen (2 miles south of town on SR 15 to CR 40 in Waterford; west 1 mile to CR 21; then south ½ mile). Auction: 6 p.m. Monday, April 12, at Polk Auction Co., 72435 SR 15, New Paris (on corner with US 6). House and barn on

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80 acres in 4 parcels. Former property of Donald and Lois Miller. Hahn Auctioneers Spring Collector Auction 8:30 a.m. daily, Thursday through Saturday, April 1-3, at Polk Auction Co., 72435 SR 15, New Paris (on corner with US 6).

East Locke School Benefit Auction 5 p.m. Thursday, April 1, at the Claywood Event Center, 13924 N. 1100W, Nappanee (1 mile south of town on SR 19 to CR 1350N; west 3 miles to County Line Road/1100W; then north ½ mile). LC Auctions & Real Estate Spring Consignment Auction 9 a.m. Saturday, April 3, at the

Vernon And Lorene Miller, Owners 3 p.m. Monday, April 5, at 8771 W. 450N, Ligonier (from US 6-US 33 intersection, south on US 33 1¾ miles to SR 5; right onto SR 5; continue ¾ mile to CR 860W; left one block to CR 450N; then right briefly). Chupp Auctions

KREFT ESTATE PUBLIC AUCTION 259 S. 700 W. - Rochester, IN

Located: West of Rochester 7 miles on St. Rd. 14 to 700 W., then South 1/2 mile to auction on:

SATURDAY, MARCH 27, 2021 • 10:00 A.M. COINS – HOUSEHOLD “COINS TO SELL AT 10:00 FOLLOWED BY HOUSEHOLD” 1878 S Liberty silver dollar; 1935 Liberty half dollar; (2) 2008 to 2012 100 Presidential gold plated dollar box sets (1 complete – 1 empty; (16) pkgs. of 2011 to 2015 Gold plated Presidential dollar sets; 2013 Silver eagle dollar w/box; (2) 2013 UC coin set; (7) pkgs of Nat’l park quarters (10 to a pkg); (2) 1966-67 UC US mint sets; (2) Smokey Bear albums (1 w/20 quarters – 1 empty); (2) 1999 – 2009 State & Territory quarter albums (1 complete – 1 empty): (3) 1966-67 State quarter tubes (50 in 2 – 23 in 1); (4) UC US mint (1969-70 & 1971-87) Coin sets; (4) UC US mint coin sets (1974-76-77-78); Foreign coins in bulk; Majority of the mint & proof sets are from the Denver & Philadelphia mints. HOUSEHOLD: Sentinel 36 gun safe by Stackton; 8 gun cabinet w/ shelves; Dynamic 36”x32”x6’ Sauna (like new); 2016 Sharp 65” flat screen TV; 2010 Sanyo 42” flat screen TV; Westinghouse 32” flat screen TV; 2016 Electric Fireplace w/media mantel (very nice); Kenmore 23 cu chest freezer; Kenmore fridge/freezer; Kenmore dishwasher; (2) Food Dehydrator; Camouflage 3 pc living room furniture (sofa – 2 recliners); Ottoman; Harvest table (96”x42”) w/5 chairs; Modern 54” roll top desk; Small curve glass corner curio cabinet; (2) matching night stands; King size sleigh bed;(2) 3 drawer chest 1- w/2 doors; (4) wooden TV trays; approx.(20) metal folding chairs; Lifetime folding table; GE portable heater/AC unit; Clerk Click AM/FM retro radio w/blue tooth; 12x32 Digital camera binoculars; Celestron 127 ex power seeker telescope; Misc. stereo equipment; 2 Drawer metal file cabinet; (3) Poly stacking shelves; (6) Plastic storage containers; Wooden 5 shelve CD cupboard; Metal 4 shelve CD rack; Metal bakers rack; Schwinn a 10 exercycle; Childs tricycle; Monroe fi e table; Char Griller BBQ grill; 40” round patio table w/4 chairs; 28” round patio table w/2 chairs; 4 Poly lawn chairs; Picnic table; Handi-cap walker; Aluminum crutches; Antique Bisque doll.

LAWN - GARDEN - SHOP Garlock dump cart w/Honda 5.5 hp engine; North Star log splitter w/gas engine & 2 wheel trailer; Tilt bed lawn cart; Wheel barrow; 24”x64” 1150 lb. lawn roller; Stihl items including: rechargeable Weed eater, backpack leaf blower, MSA 120 C Battery chain saw, MS 180 C chain saw, & 041 AV chain saw; Cross cut saw; FIMCA 45-gal ATV sprayer; Precision garden seeder; Small squirrel cage fan; Coolers; Coleman lanterns; Feed scoop; (17) I Beams (5’Lx9”x3”) C Channel; (25) Steel sheets (66”Lx19”W); (17) Steel plates (24”x28”); Round bale feeder; 6’x10’ Metal hay feeder; Cattle Master series 3 head catch; Approx. (50) steel posts; 2’x6’ Work bench; Workmate table; Fold-up metal sawhorses; Master Force 2 pc stack tool box (30”W x66”T); 4 gal shop vac; Standard C-230V industrial upright air compressor; Bostitch pancake air compressor; Air tank; Air hoses; Craftsman wire feed welder on cart; Welding table w/casters (34”x72”); 2 Wheel cart; (4) Tool cabinets on wheels (1- 27”W x 40”T & 3- 27”W x 49”T); Portable 2 sided organizer; Locker cabinets; Simpson 3000# pressure washer;(3) Kennedy 526 machinist chest; Misc. tool boxes; 29”x60”cart; Portable tool cart; Floor jack; Creeper; Werner steel pump jack; 10’ Fiberglass step ladder; 6’ Aluminum step ladder; Aluminum folding ladder; 24’ Aluminum Ext. ladder; Metal & Plastic gas cans; Shop light; Pipe benders (½” & ¾”); Propane heater; Schumacher battery charger; Jumpers cables; Electric cords; Safety rope; RG-6 cable; Rope & slings; Nylon straps (from 10 to 20 ft.); (2) Down riggers; DeWalt 20V tools including: Flashlight, Impact driver, DCD771 drill, DCG412 grinder, Saw Zall, Oscillating tool, Shop vac, Radio (12,18,20, V) charger; Power tools including: Porter Cable, Skil, Bosch, B&D, DeWalt, Mikita, & Saunder; Saws including; DW 20” Scroll saw, 6 ½ circular, Skil, Jig Saw & Bosch; B&D table saw; Tool Shop chopsaw on Port-A-Mate miter stand; Power mate ½” Impact driver; WEN 4208 8” drill press; Bench grinder; Bostitch brad nailer; Stanley 20 pc wrench set; Lg. assort. of bolts, nut, nails, & etc. in plastic stacking trays; Assortment of hand & garden tools.

TRUCK – TRACTOR – IMPLEMENTS – (3) ATV’S – MOWER - TRAILERS – BOATS - TACKLE TO SELL AT 12:30 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 Outdoorsman, 4 WD, Crew cab, pickup w/ Hemi 5.7 gas engine, automatic trans., Console w/cloth interior, Chrome steps 265/70/17/ rubber, 164,954 miles; 2000 New Holland TC 45 D FWA tractor, Diesel engine, Hydro, 2 post canopy, 2 remotes, 17.5L-24 R4 rear rubber, 10-16.5 NHS front rubber w/N.H. 17 L A loader w/ 6’ material bucket, 1525 hrs; The following attachment for a N.H. loader will be sold separate: 2017 N.H. 3 spear bale mover, 2017 N.H. 48” 4000# pallet forks; 2019 Horst; (HLA 2500) 6’ snow pusher; 2019 King Kutter TYR96 8’ landscape rake; Ford 3 pt. 5’ rotary mower; 1 section spike tooth harrow; Yamaha Rhino 660 ATV, dump box, winch & 50” snow blade; (2) Taotao 250 & 125 4 Wheelers; Scag Turf Tiger 60” zero turn mower w/Kohler pro 27 engine; Craftsman 208cc DDT rear tine 18” tiller; 2017 Eagle American 7’x18’ tandem axle (205/75/15”) black trailer, 10” side rails, mesh ramp gate, ball hitch; 2005 Corn pro 6’Wx14’Lx5’T tandem axle (15” rubber) Grey livestock trailer w/ball hitch (good cond.); Shop built 5.5’x10.5’ Flatbed tilt trailer, single axle (12” rubber) w/ball hitch; Shop built 8’x20’ tandem axle (16”) rubber Flatbed trailer w/ball hitch; Crestliner 14’ boat, w/ 2 wheel trailer, Coleman 5 hp fi e stroke engine, M K Endura C2 5 spd trolling motor, electric anchor winch; Superior boat lift; 12’ Jon boat; Evinrude VRO 60 hp boat motor; Antique reels (Airex VIC, Heddon, Mitchell, Pflueger) Tackle boxes, lures, Assort. of rod & reels; Paddles; Oars; 12 Pagoda lights; Marlboro tin sign; Boat anchors; Boat seats; Deer stand; Deer feeder; Hobart A-200 stand mixer; Bear meat grinder; Model RDQ 250 meat band saw; 8’ Walk in cooler (dismantled & needs work); Pond aerator w/3 diffusers. AUCTION NOTE: Very large & quality auction. We will start with 2 rings at 10 AM on the Coins/Household and Shop items followed by Lawn/Garden/ with the highlighted items to sell at 12:30.

Jerry will have some items in the auction that will be sold separately. Check out our website for pictures.

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Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E. Lake St. Grogg-Martin Auctioneers Ora Jr. and Irene Nisley, Owners 9 a.m. Saturday, April 3, at 9105 W. 600S, Topeka (6 miles north of Ligonier on SR 5, then west on 600S for 1¼ miles)

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www.the-papers.com — the PAPER — Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Black recognized for saving the life of a motorist %\ /$6&$ 5$1'(/6 6WDII :ULWHU A Leesburg resident credited with saving the life of a motor vehicle crash victim was honored at the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting Tuesday, March 16. Commissioners presented Cory Black of Leesburg with a framed certificate proclaiming him to be “an outstanding American.”

Black described his involvement as a “right place, right time kind of deal.”

Shortly before 5 p.m. June 18, 2020, Black was in his home in Leesburg, located across from the Marathon Gas Station, when he heard a loud boom. “My girlfriend said there was a car in front of our driveway leaking stuff and when I looked out, I saw a motorcycle and a person lying on the road,” Black said.

That person was Joshua Parker of Syracuse.

Parker was northbound on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle when a Chrysler 200 made a turn onto Van Buren Street and pulled into the path of Parker’s motorcycle. Commissioners President Bob Conley said the impact threw Parker over the windshield of his motorcycle.

Black rushed outside and applied a tourniquet to Parker’s leg.

“I did everything that I was trained to do in the military to save his life,” Black said. “Everything happened in a split second, but it seemed like time slowed down so I could do what needed to be done.”

Parker sustained severe lacerations to his upper thigh and arm

and was airlifted to Memorial Hospital in South Bend by the Parkview Samaritan Air Ambulance. Black remained by Parker’s side until medics loaded Parker onto the ambulance.

Conley said several of Parker’s arteries were severed. “He (Black) could have stayed in his house and thought ‘Oh, there’s a car wreck outside, it happens all the time,’ I think I’m gonna take a bath and go to bed.

He didn’t do that,” Conley said. “He put himself out there and he made the decision to get involved and I’ll guarantee you Mr. Parker is here today because of (Black’s) quick action and I think everyone in (Parker’s) family realizes that and we thank God for people like Cory.”

“I’m glad I was there,” Black said at the commissioners meeting Tuesday. “I spent 12 years in the Army so far. We’ve done multiple medical trainings over the years and it finally paid off. If this is the only time I ever use it, I’m glad it was this one.”

The certificate presented to Black by commissioners reads: “Kosciusko County Commissioners be it known whereas, in the Town of Leesburg, Kosciusko County, Indiana, on Thursday, the 18th day of June 2020, Mr. Cory Black did voluntarily render life saving aid to the victim of a vehicle-motorcycle accident and whereas, with no regard for his personal safety, Mr. Black’s quick action and knowledge did save the life of Mr. Joshua Parker. Therefore, the Kosciusko County Commissioners do hereby declare for his selfless and heroic efforts, Mr. Cory Black is an outstanding American and citi-

5(&2*1,=(' )25 6$9,1* $ /,)( ³ Cory Black, Leesburg, second from left, was recognized by the Kosciusko County Commissioners for his efforts in saving the life of Joshua Parker, Syracuse, following an accident June 18, 2020. Shown in the photo following the presentation are Commissioners President Bob Conley, Black, Parker and Commissioners Vice President Cary Groninger. Photo by Lasca Randels. zen of Kosciusko County.”

Parker, who was also in attendance at the meeting Tuesday, referred to Black as his hero. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I wouldn’t be here — it was close,” Parker said.

Black and Parker have stayed in contact following the accident, messaging each other a couple of times a

Kosciusko council OKs wage hike for maintenance employees %\ /($+ 6$1'(5 6WDII :ULWHU Kosciusko County Council has approved raising the salaries of two maintenance employees. That was after much discussion at its regular meeting Thursday, March 11, at the Kosciusko County Courthouse’s old courtroom.

The raise is $2 more per hour.

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That amounts to $24 per hour or $50,112 annually.

“This was a difficult wrestle quite frankly but in the end the wage committee did recommend that we increase the wages for those two employees,” said County Councilwoman Sue Ann Mitchell, who serves on the committee. “It was felt that their job description did not fit what they were currently doing.”

Council members discussed how communication between entities involved could be improved.

“We’ve had multiple meetings with the maintenance staff and (County Administrator) Marsha (McSherry) and the sheriff. I mean there’s a lot of things that have happened kind of behind the scenes … to try and improve that communication and I do think that we’re making a lot of headway,” said County Commissioner Cary Groninger, who attended the meeting.

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month. Black also works with Parker’s mother.

“Before the accident, I didn’t know who he was,” Black said. “And now it’s like we’re all family.”

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at the level that they’re performing, they’re underpaid with what the market is,” he continued.

He and McSherry talked about how the county has had trouble filling a third maintenance position.

People have applied and not shown up for interviews or have chosen to stay with their current jobs. The county was not able to pay what one applicant wanted, added McSherry.

That’s added to the work the other two must do.

County Councilman Mike Long said his concern was the request was being sought outside of the normal budget process and he didn’t “want to get to the point to set precedent” of addressing issues that should have been solved earlier.

The council ultimately approved the raise. The council also approved a $48,024 salary for the third maintenance position, which amounts to $23 per hour.

McSherry noted the $23 per-hour pay rate was the highest someone would make and they could make less depending on their skill set.

In other business, the council: Approved a $500,000 request from Bell Memorial Public Library Director Stephen Boggs. That’s for library maintenance. Boggs first informed the council of the request at its January meeting. He said they hope to add LED lights, video security and ceiling fans among other things. The project will be paid for with the sale of bonds, and Boggs noted the project would not affect the tax rate.

Approved reappointing Frank Kurth to the Lakeland Regional Sewer District Board. His term will end in April 2025.

Approved appointing Jill Howard to the Syracuse-Turkey Creek Township Public Library Board.

Her term will end in December 2024.

Approved a request from County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Shane Bucher to apply for a $10,000 reimbursement grant to increase patrols for school bus safety.

Approved a request by County Emergency Agency Director Ed Rock to apply for a $16,000 reimbursement grant to use for cybersecurity.

The council’s next meeting is 6 p.m. Thursday, April 8, at the old courtroom.