the Paper - Kosciusko County Edition - April 12, 2023

W cosmetology opens its salon to the public

Warsaw Area Career Center announced its licensing Wednesday, Feb. 1, as a Beauty Culture School by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency State Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners.

Construction of the salon in Lakeview Middle School began in August and was finished in February, when the PLA was able to inspect the salon. An open house was held Tuesday, Feb. 28, and the salon began scheduling appointments with the public March 15. Consultations are free, and all services are provided by the students.

Tina Streby is the cosmetology instructor at Warsaw Career Center. She explained that they work through the career pathways of the high school, which allows students to get a head start in receiving both high school and college credits.

The program consists of juniors and seniors who are able to get state credits toward graduating. Along with 1,500 hours, students must complete 100 styles on people and 300 on mannequins by the time their two years are done. Upon completion, students attain their cosmetology license, making it easier to find employment and delve into career paths such as stylists, educators, nail technicians, art directors or sales representatives. A career in cos-

metology is one of security and flexibility. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment of barbers, hairstylists and cosmetologists is expected to grow 11% from 2021 to 2031, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. Programs like these help students get the education they need to start their careers directly out of high school.

Aleya Hunt, a senior at Warsaw High School, is close to finishing her credits. She said students need a certain level of experience before they are allowed to work with clients from the public.

“You have to have 200 hours in the classroom before you can get clients,” said Hunt. After graduating from the cosmetology program she plans on going to college to study business so she can open her own salon.

Mrs. Streby explained that her juniors take the bus to the middle school in the mornings and take the bus back to the high school in the afternoon. Then, her high school students drive their own vehicles to the middle school and leave at 4:30 p.m.

The salon was originally ac-

cepting appointments from noon to 3:15 p.m., but starting in April appointments will be scheduled from 12:30 to 4 p.m.

They offer haircuts and perms, hair color, facials, manicures, pedicures and many other beauty services. Warsaw Community Schools students and staff can get haircuts for $5, while all other services are

20% off.

For more information, follow Warsaw Area Career Center on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates and periodic salon specials. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (574) 371-5085.

The salon is located at 848 E. Smith St., Warsaw, inside Door 5 of Lakeview Middle School.

K NOW Y OUR N EIGHBOR

Christian leader encourages people to bring their faith to the public square

“So often, I hear that faith and politics don’t mix,” stated Terry Wood. “But I strongly disagree.

“Thirty-five percent of our Constitution comes directly from the scriptures. In Isaiah 9:6-7, the Bible talks about the coming Messiah, as the prophet writes, ‘and the government will rest upon his shoulders. There will be no end to the increase of his government.’

“I believe as Biblical citizens, we have the duty to bring our faith voice to the public square. Local engagement at the grassroots level results in national impact.”

Although Wood is a contractor by profession, he’s been a Christian leader for the past 30 years. He studied his M.Div. at Grace Seminary and has been a Warsaw resident since 1999.

“I know the Constitution as well as my Bible. Both are important if we are to be productive Christian citizens in the public arena.” Wood recently relocated to Elkhart and remains active in grassroots developments there.

His organization, Indiana

Patriots Alliance, was formed so members could collaborate with other liberty-minded citizens.

“I remain active at the Indiana Statehouse. I go there to understand legislative senators and representatives and hold them accountable for their representation of their constituents.”

Wood has always enjoyed helping people become critical thinkers. He spent many years in an outreach ministry geared toward college students and young adults.

“Over the years our ministry was unique in that we raised up leadership from within. It was student led and staff directed, as we empowered them in peerto-peer ministry. We challenged students to make the local church a priority in their early adult years to equip them to become healthy contributors in their future church.”

Beside being an influential speaker, Wood has been a writer since his youth, with his first publication at 12 years old. He continues to hone his love for authorship by journaling and writing.

Through multilevel marketing,

Wood met Tricia Andreassen, who has her own publishing company.

“She was putting together a book called ‘Stepping into Courage’ and used a variety of authors to write particular chapters. She invited me to be one of those writers.”

The book became a bestseller.

Wood is also one of the authors of another of her books, “Endurance: The Journey from the Valley to the Mountaintop.” This book is also a bestseller. Those interested in finding out about both books can visit battlereadywarrior@ gmail.com.

“I’m working on a five-book series of my own about being a Christian warrior,” he continued.

“My first book in the series is ‘Battle Ready.’” He is currently studying how to produce and market his own books and someday would like to have his books self-published.

“I love the thought of being a word craftsman. Every good writer has the ability to tell a good story. I want my stories to have ‘the three Cs.’ My books need to be concise, clear and captivating.”

Wood has two sons: Zachary, 19, and Jacob, 15. He attends Maranatha Apostolic Glory Center in Nappanee.

“When communicating, we need to appeal to understand

others rather than demanding to be heard. Whether I’m writing or speaking, I always seek to ask questions. By doing so, it removes

a person’s defenses. It not only helps me understand them but oftentimes helps the person understand themselves.”

Parkinson’s Support Group of Warsaw to meet Friday, April 14

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

Friday, April 14, at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Com-

munity Hospital (KCH).

Max Sherman, medical writer and pharmacist retired from the medical device industry, will join us this month. His presentation will include:

• Parkinson’s Disease history.

• How families can help.

• Drug therapy — dosing schedules and interactions.

Each month is an opportunity to learn more from professionals and specialists in the community,

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

Open to all members of the community, the support group meets 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.

Five Medals at The Trace living history experience set for May 6-7

Where do you get to experience British, Colonial American and French military camps, a Potawatomi Native village, cannon and muskets firing, and 18th century artisans and shopping opportunities, all in one location?

Five Medals at The Trace, of course. Give your family a day they’ll always remember. Provide your homeschoolers a one-of-a-kind history lesson they’ll never forget.

Five Medals is a living history educational experience geared toward your entire family, allowing all to become totally immersed in this area’s exceptional history. The event spans the middle 1600s up through the War of 1812.

Five Medals at The Trace features nearly 200 reenactors and demonstrators, including one-ofa-kind shopping opportunities with early American merchants, live Colonial music, period-correct

Punch & Judy Show, blacksmithing, tinsmithing, woodworking, flint knapping, rope making, 1700’s doctor, open-fire cooking and baking, soapmaking, colonial beekeeping, natural fabric dyeing, spinning and wool carding, basket weaving, pottery, an oxen team and even a chocolatier, all ongoing throughout the event.

And if that’s not enough, feel your chest pound during the black powder flintlock and artillery demonstrations. Interact with participants in the woodland Native, French civilian and military, British military and Colonial/U.S. military encampments.

This year’s Five Medals at The Trace takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 6, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 7, with Friday, May 5, earmarked as school visitation day.

The event is held at Stone’s

Trace, a superb and relaxing privately-owned historical park located just south of Ligonier, at the intersection of US 33 and SR 5.

You’ll appreciate the woodlandsto-grasslands transition areas and several log cabins. Along with shopping opportunities and early American crafts galore, visitors will find several great food options and generous parking at West Noble High School.

Five Medals at The Trace is presented by Five Medals Living History, Inc., a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization.

APC gives recommendation for Pierceton rezoning

to build a house on the property, possibly in late fall.

A favorable recommendation for a business in Pierceton was granted at the Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission meeting

Wednesday, April 5.

LexLil Contracting’s petition was to rezone 2.41 acres from a residential district to a commercial district. The property is located on the east side of First Street and 126 feet south of Church Street.

The owner, Matthew Stephens, was at the meeting and said he wants to build a pole building. He wants to use the pole building to store inventory and other merchandise. There will be some activity outside, he said, and some equipment will be stored outdoors. There will be some limitations as only a certain percentage of the property can be used for outside storage; APC Director Matt Sandy said approximately 10,000 square feet can be unscreened.

A neighbor asked if the business will be expanding because she is concerned with viewing outside storage. Stephens said he plans on planting pine trees as a barrier if the plans are approved. APC gave him a favorable recommendation. Pierceton Town Council will hear the case at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 10.

Thomas Hardy’s petition was continued to Wednesday, May 3. He wants preliminary plat approval for an agricultural II subdivision on a 3.27-acre tract of ground. The property is located on the west side of CR 700 East in Jackson Township.

Timothy and Darci Lynn Posthuma’s petition to rezone ground from an agricultural district to an agricultural II district was given a favorable recommendation. The property is located on the north side of CR 300 North, north of CR 175 East in Plain Township. The county commissioners will hear the case at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, April 25.

Michael Jackson’s petition was approved. He was asking for preliminary plat approval for a residential development on a 5.64acre tract of ground on three lots. The property is located on the east side of Jackson Street in Atwood in Harrison Township. He wants

A continuance of a case for Edd Allen was heard. He’s petitioning for an appeal requesting to amend self-imposed restrictive covenants associated with the original rezoning request to rezone the property in question to commercial, as amended through previous cases by allowing modular home sales and display as shown on the submitted site plan. The property is located on the west side of SR 13, at the intersection of CR 400 North in Tippecanoe Township. The case was continued again until May 3, in order to complete a

traffic study at the intersection. Also, a favorable recommendation was granted for a proposed use in a public use district. The recommendation is for Joe’s Kids. It has outgrown its space and wants to move to a church on Lake Street in Warsaw. Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals will hear the case next. Since the usage doesn’t fit the criteria, it can be heard as an exception by BZA.

In other news, the board approved three final plats.

The next meeting is at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, at the county courthouse, Warsaw.

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Art in Action — Self-taught artists – Vincent Van Gogh

“If you hear a voice within you say you cannot paint, then by all means paint and that voice will be silenced.” —Vincent Van Gogh

This week we are continuing our series on self-taught artists and I am sure it will surprise many of my readers to learn that Vincent Van Gogh never received any formal art training.

In an article titled “The Case for Self-Taught Success in Contemporary Art Issue,” Julien Delegrange speaks about the challenges for self-taught artists, stating, “there is still a looming taboo connected to being an ‘untrained artist,’ resulting in various challenges and obstacles on the road toward self-taught success.”

Van Gogh himself spoke about being labeled as an eccentric and a nobody, an unpleasant person who had no position in society, and how he overlooked the labels he was given and focused on his overriding passion to show what was in his heart. (goodreads. com/author/quotes/34583.Vincent_van_Gogh).

Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890) moved in society aimlessly until 1880 when his brother, Theo, advised him to take up art. He applied himself to a curriculum he designed to study drawing and to learn through artist books on technique, anatomy and perspective. He focused on drawing figures and was influenced by

the masters Rembrandt, Millet and Daumier. Although his focus was on drawing figures, he was more comfortable creating landscapes.

Next Van Gogh headed to Paris to live with his brother and attempted to learn on his own at a local workshop. This provided him the opportunity to meet many fellow artists and under their influence, began painting nature scenes, using short strokes that were popular with his contemporaries.

In 1888 Van Gogh moved to Arles and by spending the next 15 months alone, he gained the distance necessary for his art to come into his own.

In May 1889, Van Gogh voluntarily spent a year under the care of doctors at the asylum of Saint-Paul-de-Mausole in SaintRemy and was diagnosed with a type of epilepsy. He continued painting and drawing during that time.

He checked himself out of the asylum in May 1890 and headed north to the town of Auvers. Enchanted by the quaint village and refreshed by the quality of the northern light, Van Gogh produced many paintings.

His career abruptly came to an end when he died on July 29, 1890, from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Despite only working for 10 years, Van Gogh was incredibly prolific. He produced more than 900 paintings.

By the time of his death, the paintings he had shown in recent exhibitions in Paris and Brussels had begun to command

the interest of artists and critics. It is a shame he did not know he would go on to become one of the best-known artists in history.

Events

• Ford Meter Box Calendar

Competition: The annual calendar competition for Ford Meter Box is underway and artists are invited to submit artwork. For a list of the rules of the event or for more information, contact Michele Ilyas at milyas@fordmeterbox.com or Tanya Denney at tdenney@fordmeterbox.com.

• Lakeland Art Center & Gallery: The LAA will be presenting the art of Hilarie Couture: Unity with Variety. The gallery hours are 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and admission is free. The gallery is located at 302 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw. For more information, email lakelandartassociation@gmail.com.

• Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery: Kim Lanoue is the new exhibitor at the Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery. Her charming artwork in pastel and oil paint is on display for a limited time through the end of June. Please support our local artists by visiting Lanoue’s exhibit. The gallery is inside Warsaw City Hall, 102 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. The gallery is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and admission is free.

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

To subscribe: Send email address to mcdar7@gmail.com.

Chautauqua sponsoring series Religion: Past, Present & Future

Starting Thursday, April 13, the first of a three-part series on “Religion: Where It Came From, Where It’s Heading, and How It Continues to Change the World” will be held in Goshen.

Chautauqua-Wawasee is presenting Michael Spath, who will lead this series, which explores

why understanding religion is important for our faith today as we continue to search for meaning and understanding of our place in the universe.

“These are the first Chautauqua programs to be held outside of Syracuse,” explained Mark Knecht, Chautauqua’s president.

“We had a number of regional organizations who wanted to engage and we felt the Goshen location and community was worth a try.”

Session one, “Religion Before Adam and Eve,” explores the beginning of faith. Between 50,000 and 10,000 years ago, Europe ex-

Interra Credit Union wins record number Diamond awards

Interra Credit Union recently participated in the Credit Union National Association’s Marketing & Business Development Council Conference, held in Orlando, Fla.

In addition to training and round table discussions, the conference contained an awards segment called the Diamond Awards. A Diamond Award is the pinnacle of credit union marketing and business development, comparing marketing deliverables to other credit unions.

Competing against nearly 1,200 other entries and credit unions from across the nation, Interra won a record number four Diamond Awards for its efforts in the following categories: membership marketing, ongoing event, onetime event and video commercial.

“This marks the first year Interra has won four Diamond Awards in the same year,” stated Meegan Siegwarth, vice president of marketing. “These accomplishments are a direct reflection of the hard work and commitment to excellence Interra’s marketing team pours into the organization and our communities every day.”

The Diamond Awards recognized the following achievements for Interra:

• Onetime Event: 2022 marked Interra’s 90th birthday, providing an opportunity to celebrate the milestone with both the credit union’s membership and communities. In addition to the 90th birthday party shared at all 16 branch locations, an ice cream social at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair tipped the winning category in Interra’s favor.

• Membership Marketing and Video: In addition to celebrating its 90th birthday, incidentally, the credit union also began serving more than 90,000 members. A catchy pickup line digital commercial helped to celebrate not only the credit union’s birthday, but also serving more than 90,000 members – and encouraging more to Join IN. Through a series of messages that rhymed and followed quirky music, viewers could laugh and smile along to the messages.

“Our commercials in 2022 grabbed viewers’ attention and provided a level of thought-provoking uniqueness to the credit union’s message,” shared Holly Nunemaker, assistant vice president of marketing.

• Ongoing Event: Interra’s annual Do Well To Do Good Day, held over the Columbus Day holiday,

English as a Second Language 16-week course

The Nappanee Public Library is interested in partnering with Goshen College and Horizon Education Alliance to offer an English as a New Language course in the fall of 2023.

The 16-week course will consist of three classes per week, Tuesday through Thursday, and will offer multiple levels of learning based on evaluation. The cost is $200. A certificate of comple-

supported over 20 nonprofit organizations. While other businesses were closed, roughly 300 Interra staff members volunteered more than 1,200 hours during the credit union’s volunteer day.

“It was a year of strong community giveback and celebrations with our membership,” added Siegwarth. “As Interra marks these achievements from last year, we continue to press ahead with a focus and commitment to be our members’ most trusted and valued financial institution.”

Interra Credit Union, headquartered in Goshen, was chartered in 1932 and has assets of $1.7 billion. The credit union’s field of membership spans 18 counties in northern Indiana, with more than 300 fulland part-time employees serving nearly 92,000 members. Interra currently operates 16 offices in Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Marshall and Noble counties in Indiana and via a suite of robust electronic services at interracu.com.

perienced an “Upper Paleolithic explosion,” the presence of religious thinking in human burial sites, cave art and figurines. What do these primitive signs of religion tell us about what our earliest ancestors believed? What are the unconscious and conscious implications for us as people of faith today?

The second session, “The Creation of Modern Religion: Where Our Faith and Values Were Born,” explores the period between 800200 B.C.E. when modern religion was born throughout Greece, India, China, Persia and the Levant, a period scholars call the “Axial Age.” There was a revolution in human thought — a shift toward transcendence, contemplation of humanity’s place in the universe and understanding of meaning, morality and mortality.

The third session, “Religion Present & Future: What It Means to be Human,” asks the question: Is humanity on the verge of a second “Axial Age?” Because of globalism, rapid technological

advancements, Artificial Intelligence and more, we as a species are beginning to take control of our own evolution. How are these developments changing us and what are the moral implications of such advancements for our faith?

The sessions will be held 7-8:30 p.m. April 13, 20 and 27, and are free to attend. All three sessions will be held in Jennings Auditorium, Greencroft Goshen Community Center, 1820 Greencroft Blvd., Goshen.

Michael Spath is the founder and executive director of the Indiana Center for Middle East Peace. He holds a Ph.D. in Historical Theology and a Doctor of Ministry in New Testament.

In addition to support from Chautauqua Wawasee, other participating organizations are College Mennonite Church, Assembly Mennonite Church, Eighth Street Mennonite Church, Goshen College Campus Ministries, Lifelong Learning Institute of Elkhart and the Greencroft Communities.

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tion will be provided to those who complete the requirements for each class.

Those interested in the course must complete the online survey available at https://forms.gle/vaYUCdCnWA7EXCxe6.

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Pierceton and Warsaw Michael and Tracy Wilson

Lifelong Warsaw resident Bob Gast marks 101st birthday

Bob Gast celebrated his 101st birthday last Tuesday, March 28.

“I set up the Bob and Marge Gast Community Fund last year in honor of my grandfather’s 100th birthday,” said Natalie Fierek. “He’s a funny and humble man. He still enjoys being active in the community.”

Bob Gast was born and raised in Warsaw. He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1940 and attended Indiana University shortly after, until he served in the Army during World War II. During the war, the earned the Purple Heart, among other medals.

Bob married his sweetheart, Marge. Together, they had seven children (three of whom were adopted). They lived in Winona Lake most of their lives. Now, Bob enjoys being surrounded by his 12 grandchildren and 16 great-

grandchildren.

“Grandpa has been very involved in the Warsaw community,” Fierek said. “He served on the city council. He is still active in the Rotary, the Salvation Army, and with Mobile Meals. He also attends regular meetings with a group of local veterans.”

The Bob and Marge Gast Community Fund contributes to Community Fund grants, which support charitable organizations and causes throughout Kosciusko County. The most recent Community Funds grant cycle awarded more than $160,000 to 20 organizations.

To give to the Bob and Marge Gast Community Fund, visit kcfoundation.org. Checks can be sent to 102 E. Market St., Warsaw, IN 46580 with “Bob and Marge Gast Community Fund” in the memo line.

Tickets on sale for monster truck show at Elkhart fair

Join fairgoers at the Grandstands 8-10 p.m. Saturday, July 22, for a dirt-kicking good time at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair.

The Elkhart County Fair Board is bringing monster trucks back

Nappanee Public Library hosting creative writing contest

to the fairgrounds after 20-plus years in celebration of the fair’s 150th year.

Tickets are $15 for those age 3 and over. Tickets are on sale now at 4hfair.org.

Elkhart Extension offering Build Your Breakfast educational program

Whitley County.

Get ready to showcase your mystery writing skills in a creative writing contest with a mystery theme. This contest is designed to challenge your imagination and take you on a journey of suspense, intrigue and mystery.

From whodunits to suspenseful thrillers, let your imagination run wild and craft a mystery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Start writing and let the mystery unfold.

The contest is open to any resident or student in third grade and up in the Wa-Nee School District. Entries will be accepted April 1-21. Only original materials may be entered. Entries can

be submitted online, dropped off or emailed to media@nappaneelibrary.org.

Entries will be judged anonymously on the set criteria of each category. Judges will include NPL staff and community volunteers. Winners will be notified May 1. First place winners will receive a cash prize. Second place winners will receive a $20 gift card. Winning entries may be on display at the library and shared online.

Thank you to the following sponsors: Bella’s Books & Curiosities, Main Street Roasters, Nappanee Kiwanis, Stickley Ace, Kountry Wood Products and The Friends of the Nap-

panee Public Library.

Contest Categories:

• Upper Elementary, grades three through five, up to 500 words, $150 prize, write a scary story or poem.

• Middle School, grades six through eight, up to 750 words, $200 prize, write a story or a poem about discovering a secret or hidden truth.

• High School, grades nine through 12, up to 1,000 words, $250 prize, write a story with an unexpected ending or a poem that ends with a twist.

• Adult, age 18 and older, up to 100 words, $300 prize, write any mystery in 100 words or less.

Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?

Learn what the research says and how you can start your day with a healthy breakfast.

Join the Elkhart Extension office for this free educational program presented by Brittney Schori, Purdue University Extension educator in Health & Human Sciences in

The program is being offered in person at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County office.

If you would like to join us for the program, please preregister by calling the Extension Office at (574) 533-0554 or emailing fink24@purdue.edu.

All programs of the Purdue University Extension Service are open to everyone. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, call (574) 533-0554.

Trout stockings taking place across Indiana

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is stocking nearly 50,000 trout across the state this spring in preparation for trout fishing season. Thirtythree bodies of water across 21 counties will be stocked before

opening day of trout season, Saturday, April 29.

Lake stockings of rainbow trout started the week of March 20. Anglers do not have to wait for opening day of stream trout fishing season to fish for these aggressive biters because trout fishing on lakes is open all year.

For streams, 18,000 rainbow trout are expected to be stocked by the DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife in the weeks leading up to opening day, the first day anglers can legally catch trout from streams.

Trout bite a variety of artifi-

cial baits such as spinners and flies, but natural baits such as worms and bee moths tend to be the most popular. To find a stocked stream near you, see the 2023 trout stocking plan at bit.ly/infishstocking.

In addition to the rainbow trout stockings, several bodies of water in the north will receive brown trout stockings.

The bag limit for trout in inland waters other than Lake Michigan and its tributaries is five per day with a minimum size of 7 inches. No more than one of an angler’s catch can be a brown trout. Any harvested brown trout caught below the Brookville tailwater or from Oliver, Olin or Martin lakes must be 18 inches or larger.

To fish for trout, anglers age 18 and older must have an Indiana fishing license and a trout/ salmon stamp. To purchase your 2023 fishing license and trout/ salmon stamp, visit on.in.gov/ inhuntfish.

Church in the Park set for April 15

The community is invited to attend “Church in the Park” from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at Richardson-Dubois Park, East Market Street, Warsaw.

Those attending will be treated

Earrings project featured at Art in the Park

Learn how to make a trio of polymer clay earrings during an Art in the Park class from 6:308:15 p.m. Friday, May 5, at the Firemen’s Building, 1013 E. Arthur St., Warsaw.

The instructor-led class is sponsored by the Warsaw Parks

and Recreation Department and is geared for ages 10 and older. Participants will receive step-by-step instructions and have all materials provided to make three earring sets. Participants will be able to paint their own design in their choice

of color on the earrings. The cost of the class is $35 and registration is required. Registration will run from April 1 through May 1, or until slots are filled.

To register, visit secure.rec1. com/IN/warsaw-in/catalog.

Home sweet home artistic birdhouse decorating contest

Spring is here. Celebrate the Nappanee Center Quilt Garden with a fun and creative birdhouse decorating contest. The contest is open to all ages and skill levels and provides an opportunity for you to showcase your imagination and ar-

tistic talents.

Beginning April 1, grab supplies from the Nappanee Public Library and start decorating – the sky’s the limit when it comes to decorating your birdhouse. Completed birdhouses must be returned to the library

by May 5 with a completed entry form for judging.

One artist from each age group will win a $25 gift card. Completed birdhouses will be sealed and displayed outside at the Nappanee Center Quilt Garden from June 1 to Sept. 15.

Etna Green Alumni to meet

The 106th annual meeting of the Etna Green High School alumni will take place Saturday, May 13, at the Heritage Park Building in Etna Green. Alumni and guests should enter through the museum for registration and refreshments beginning at noon.

Dinner will follow at 1 p.m.

Honor Classes for the day are 1943, 1948, 1953, 1958 and 1963. Anyone who has ever attended Etna Green grade school or high school or is a friend of Etna Green School is welcome to attend this event.

Mentone High School alumni banquet May 21

The Mentone High School alumni will meet for their annual banquet and meeting Sunday, May 21, at the Mentone Elementary School.

Social time begins at 11:30 a.m., and the catered lunch will take place at 1 p.m.

Reservations are required and are due by Friday, May 5. Attendees

are asked to indicate their graduation year and the names of any guests when sending their checks. The cost per person is $25. Checks are to be sent to Tana Beeson, 2914 Maple Court, Bremen, IN 46506.

Anyone needing more information can contact Tana at (574) 546-2526 or mhsalumniboard@ gmail.com.

Dinner reservations are $18 per person and should be sent to Mary Ann Stine, 2979 N. 875W, Etna Green, IN 46524 by May 5. If you have questions, contact President Dick Long at 28 Oak Drive, North Manchester, IN 46962 or (574) 265-8379.

to free food, music and fellowship. The outreach event is being coordinated by evangelist Justine Slone of Community Care Ministry, Word of Truth Ministries of Milford and 180 Outreach Ministries of Milford.

Spring clean your finances during financial literacy month

April is Financial Literacy Month and there is no better time to clean up your finances than this spring.

The month is dedicated to educating and bringing awareness to the importance of financial literacy and resources available in the community. To help you get organized, Interra has put together several tips and tools to set you up for success.

Revisit your budget. If you don’t have a budget, it’s vital to take time to make one. Be sure to review any debts, bills or financial obligations you have. Then create an income worksheet to view how much you owe on each account, what current bills you have, when they are due and any past due bills you still need to pay.

An income worksheet will show your monthly earnings and what is being deducted either weekly or monthly to showcase the amount you have left over to spend or save. Having a budget in place can aid in obtaining your financial wellbeing.

Set financial goals. Whether your goal is to pay off student loan debt, save for the future or even determine home ownership funding, there are several resources you can utilize to best assist you.

Visit Interra’s website to access free financial calculators that are easy to navigate. All you need to do is change the numbers to match your goals, expectations or specific financial situation.

Start an emergency savings fund. If you don’t currently have an emergency savings fund, now is the time to start one. Beginning with any amount, even five dollars a week, can be beneficial in the case of a crisis. Events such as the loss of a job or illness are examples of when an individual might utilize their emergency fund. Having an emergency savings fund can help alleviate the stress during unpredictable life situations.

Don’t get discouraged. Budgeting oftentimes requires tweaking to stay on track. Taking a few moments each month to review your personal budget will help you stay the course of your dreams.

Attend financial education seminars or webinars. Don’t hesitate to attend financial education seminars and webinars to learn about financial forecasting or ways you can make your dreams come true.

Financial institutions and mortgage companies will often offer free seminars for the community to address a variety of financial topics.

Taking control of your personal budget, and adjusting as needed, will keep you moving forward toward strong financial success.

Have more questions about your own personal budget? Check out Interra Credit Union’s free calculators to help you crunch numbers at interracu.com/calculator.

O BITUARIES

Jeanne Claire Smith Owner Of Good Time Tours

With great sorrow, the Smith, Tranguch and Barata families announce the passing of our loving, one-of-a-kind wife, mother, nana, sister and aunt, Jeanne Claire (Tranguch) Smith, at home on April 5, 2023. Born in Hazleton, Pa., on Aug. 12, 1941, Jeanne was the daughter of the late John Tranguch Sr. and Mary Tranguch. Jeanne was the matriarch of her five siblings, as well as the matriarch of her own family. She often ruled the roost, could easily light up a room and had a smile that could save any party.

Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, were her brothers, David Tranguch and Lawrence Tranguch; and godson, Robert (Bobby) Tranguch. Surviving is her husband, Jeffrey, Fishers; children, Scott, Logansport, Sharon, Indianapolis, and Christopher (Jennifer); granddaughter, Sophia Smith, Syracuse; brothers, John (Judy) and Raymond (Portia); sister, Jacqueline; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Early in life, Jeanne married her most dedicated friend, partner, confidant and (eventual) caretaker, Jeffrey, in 1962. They began their married life together at Purdue University while Jeff pursued his doctorate degree and Scott and Sharon entered the world as “Boiler babies.” A move to Fort Wayne proved to bring more joy to the family as they welcomed son, Christopher, and created many lifelong friendships.

Jeanne earned an associate degree from the McCann School of Business and later owned and operated Good Time Tours, a tour bus company, for more than 20 years in Logansport. She offered a variety of excursions to her “Good Timer’s” — from dinner theaters, Broadway shows and mystery trips to Branson, Mo., Ireland, Alaska and Hawaii.

Jeff and Jeanne enjoyed many wonderful vacations together, including cruises, family gatherings in Pennsylvania, camping trips and visits to Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Myrtle Beach, Ocean City and many other destinations. They provided their children and granddaughter with all the love, comfort, humor and stability a family could ask for.

Jeanne often served as the caller during family games of bingo and enjoyed decorating for the holidays, entertaining friends, talking on the phone (especially with her sister Jackie and daughter Sharon), listening to music and any time spent with her beloved granddaughter Sophie. Family time was always Jeanne’s favorite time.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 15, with services at noon at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road, Fishers, followed by burial at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, 9700 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis. A celebration of life reception will be from 2-4 p.m. at the Muir Woods Clubhouse, 9098 Muir Lane, Fishers.

The Smith family would like to thank Paradigm Hospice and Home Instead Senior Care, whose incredible staff, particularly Rochelle, often went above and beyond to make sure Jeanne’s final days and weeks were comfortable and that her every need was met.

Memorial donations may be made to VFW Auxiliary, Italian Heritage Society of Indiana Scholarship Fund, Alzheimer’s Association and Trinity Episcopal Church, Logansport.

Jeanette M. Norman A Native Of Albion

Jeanette M. Norman, Warsaw, passed away at 6 p.m. Monday, April 3, 2023, at Lake City Place in Warsaw. She was 89.

Born on Feb. 1, 1934, in Albion, Jeanette was the daughter of Frank and Alma (nee Black) Smith. On April 1, 1951, Jeanette was married to Ronald Norman. Together, their family includes three children, seven grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren, all of whom Jeanette loved dearly. She was family focused and loved spending time with her grandkids. Over the years, she enjoyed going to the races, camping, fishing and bingo.

Those who survive with memories to cherish include her daughters, Chris (Bob) Hatfield and Lisa (Greg) Estepp; son, Tim (Cindy) Norman; stepson, Terry Norman; grandchildren, Frank, Jonathan, Stacey, Alex, Joshua, Jessica and Chase; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Jeanette was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ronald; great-granddaughter, Kelly Jo; and siblings, Edythe, Doris, Glenn, Joan and Jack.

Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2000 Sheridan St., Warsaw, is entrusted with Jeanette’s care. Family and friends may gather from 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to a hospice of the donor’s choice.

David Earl Moore

U.S. Navy Veteran

David Earl Moore, known to some as “Dave” and to others as “Chief,” passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023, at North Woods Village in Fort Wayne.

He was born May 28, 1942, in Casper, Wyo., to Clarence Udie and Geraldine (Wray) Moore. He was a graduate of Shishoni High School and spent more than 20 years in the United States Navy, honorably discharged as a chief petty officer in 1982.

In the Navy, he worked in maintenance of all kinds. In civilian life, following service to his country, he worked for Hillshire Farms and Kahns, where he kept meat processing plants up and running. He was a gifted mechanic and electrician who would fix most anything.

Chief was a past member of American Legion Post 49, Warsaw, and a lifetime member of VFW Post 2281, Thermopolis, Wyo. He had a stoic personality but was a true teddy bear. He had a quiet faith and was willing to stand up for those who couldn’t for themselves.

Married to Mary Moore on Dec. 17, 2004, the pair shared more than 18 years together before his passing. Mary survives at home in Warsaw.

Also surviving is sister, Carol Faith of Thermopolis; sister-in-law, Rose Moore of Worland, Wyo.; stepdaughter, Karen Clark of Warsaw; two stepsons, David (Shannon) Dickey of Akron and Kevin Dickey of Spanaway, Wash.; and five grandchildren, Thomas and Gretchen Clark of Warsaw and Braeden, Aubrie and Conner Dickey of Mililani, Hawaii.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Clarence Moore Jr.; brother-in-law, Bud Faith; and by his first wife, Norma Moore, who passed in 2001.

Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw, is entrusted with Chief’s care. A private, simple graveside service was his request. He was interred with military honors at Oakwood Cemetery on Saturday, April 1.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts should be directed to Alzheimer’s Association of America or to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Frederick P. Brouwer

Frederick “Fred” Perry Brouwer, 83, Warsaw, died at 5:20 p.m. April 3, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Russell Gregory Brown

Russell Gregory Brown, 67, Warsaw, died March 31, 2023. He was born April 25, 1955. On April 25, 1996, he married Kathryn Van Ness; she survives. Also surviving are his children,

Josh Russell Brown, Warsaw, Katrina Van Ness, San Marcos, Calif., and Morgan Pettigrew, Barbee Lake; 11 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at Eastlund Funeral Home, 7458 E. 1000N, Syracuse. Family and friends will be received from noon to 4 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Military honors will be rendered at the service.

Heritage Funeral & Cremation Services of Warsaw has been entrusted with arrangements.

James A. Campbell Jr.

James Allan “Al” Campbell Jr. died March 26, 2023.

He was born May 11, 1930. He married Dottie Vogelgesang, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his special friend, Georgia Ernst; his sister, Karen McCallum; his children, Kathy Sorrels, David Campbell, Betsy Phillips and Nancy Jensen; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; nine nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held Friday, May 12, at Spring Grove Funeral Home, 4389 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio. Visitation at 1 p.m. with service at 2 p.m. A casual “Al style” Lake Wawasee celebration will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 8, at WACF, 11586 N. SR 13, Syracuse.

Titus Funeral Home-Owen Chapel of Syracuse is in charge of arrangements.

Gary L. Clemons

Gary L. Clemons, 75, Ligonier, died March 13, 2023.

He was born June 1, 1947.

He is survived by his wife, Sherry Clemons, Ligonier; children, Glenda Kinzer and Kevin Clemons, both of Londonderry, Ohio, and Kim Cottrill, Chillicothe, Ohio; siblings, Ed Clemons, Paul Clemons and Katie Clemons, all of McArthur, Ohio, Steve Clemons and Sandy Craft, both of Wellston, Ohio, and Carolyn Clemons Whitside, Coalton, Ohio; 11 grandchildren; 11 greatgrandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In keeping with Gary’s wishes,cremation has taken place. A service will be held at a later date. Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier, is in charge of arrangements.

Oren Collins III

Oren “Lee” Collins III, 65, Warsaw, died April 4, 2023.

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

Jeff A. Farrell

Jeff A. Farrell, 69, Fishers, formerly of Warsaw, died April 2, 2023.

He was born July 12, 1953. On April 3, 1976, he married Christine Ann Snyder; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Bethany Vaughn, Indianapolis; sons, Brent Farrell, Zionsville, Kyle Farrell, Indianapolis, Curtis Farrell and Clark Farrell, both of Fishers; five grandchildren; brother, Jack R. Farrell Jr., Noblesville; and sisters, Jill Grubert, Elkhart, and Jennifer Mitchell, Warsaw. Services were held April 6 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. A graveside service followed at Stony Point Cemetery, Atwood.

Dennis Garland

Dennis Garland, 70, rural Syracuse, died March 6, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home-Owen Chapel, Syracuse.

Douglas L. Haney

Douglas L. Haney, 76, Warsaw, died at 11:10 a.m. April 5, 2023.

He was born Jan. 2, 1947. He married Connie Teel Haney. On April 6, 2016, he married Christine Williamson-Lozier; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Carmen Howard, Mentone; three grandchildren; and sister, Penny Ramsey, Akron. Services were held April 11 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Interment was in Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green.

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Laura Preston Keller

Laura (Hyndman) Keller, Sidney, formerly of Syracuse, died March 13, 2023.

She was born Jan. 23, 1960. In 1999, she married Ralph Keller, who preceded her in death in 2002.

Surviving are her children, James Jeffrey Hyndman and Alberta Mae Keller; her brother, Jeff; sister, Cindy; and uncle, David Hyndman.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 15, at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church, 2425 W. 19th Ave., Gary.

Robert Lee Kiefer

Robert “Bob” Lee Kiefer, 72, Nappanee, died at noon April 5, 2023.

He was born Oct. 24, 1950. On Nov. 1, 1975, he married Karen Manges; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Robert Kiefer, Nappanee; daughter, Kelly Kiefer, South Bend; four granddaughters; siblings, Wayne Kiefer and Maryann Yarian, both of Michigan, Steve Kiefer, and Roger Keifer, both of Bremen, Susie Quinn, Illinois, and Janet Szabo, Elkhart; sister-in-law, Marsha Shaw, Fort Wayne; and brother-in-law, Wayne Manges, Pittsburg, Pa.

Private services will take place. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, is in charge of arrangements.

Neil H. Kohl

Neil H. Kohl, 83, Goshen, died April 4, 2023.

He was born Nov. 22, 1939. He married Janice Marks, who preceded him in death.

Surviving are sons, Michael Kohl, Warsaw, and Jerry Kohl, Goshen; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life was held April 7 at New Paris Church of the Nazarene. Burial was in Oakridge Cemetery, Goshen.

Larry R. Krygowski

Larry Robert Krygowski, 61, Warsaw, died at 8:35 a.m. April 2, 2023.

He was born July 18, 1961. On Nov. 6, 1982, he married Roberta Renee Boye; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Jamie Krygowski, Warsaw; three grandchildren; sister, Linda Wolff, Reno, Nev.; and brothers, Alan Krygowski,

B IRTHS

Liam Joziah Grimshaw

Jeremiah and Brenda (Gonzalez) Grimshaw, Claypool, are the parents of a son, Liam Joziah, born at 11:05 a.m. April 4, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Daniel and Maria Gonzalez. Paternal grandparents are Robert and Virginia Grimshaw.

Liam joins a sibling, Jonathan.

Caleb Schmucker

Carl and Amanda (Miller) Schmucker, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Caleb, born at 4:46 a.m. April 5, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 19 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Howard and Loretta Miller, Nappanee.

Paternal grandparents are Jerry and Sarah Schmucker, Nappanee.

Caleb joins four siblings: Adrian, Phillip, Amelia and Lydia. Kenneth Ramer

Johnny and Samantha (Ramer) Ramer, Wakarusa, are the parents of a son, Kenneth, born at 2:11 a.m. April 7, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 21 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Lawerance and Ada Ramer, Goshen. Paternal grandparents are Lyle and Alma Ramer, Wakarusa.

Kenneth joins a sibling, Aaron Lee.

Midlothian, Ill., and Richard Krygowski II, Warsaw.

No visitation or services are planned. His family will celebrate his passing privately.

Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Betty June Lawrenz

Betty June Lawrenz, 96, North Manchester, died April 1, 2023.

She was born June 10, 1926. On July 3, 1944, she married Ralph Lawrenz. He preceded her in death Oct. 19, 2009.

She is survived by a son, David Lawrenz, North Manchester; son-in-law, Ron Guetlein, Liberty Hill, Texas; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Family and friends may call from 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, April 15, at Timbercrest Chapel, 2201 East St., North Manchester. Services will begin at the conclusion of calling. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Oakwood Cemetery, 421 N. Maple St., Warsaw.

McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.

Janet E. Lipply

Janet E. Lipply, 83, Warsaw, formerly of Akron and North Manchester, died at 9:10 p.m. April 3, 2023.

She was born Aug. 15, 1939. On June 9, 1957, she married Maurice D. Lipply. He preceded her in death Nov. 10, 2018.

Surviving are sons, Gary Lipply, Plymouth, Larry Lipply, Claypool, and Ben Lipply, Whitestown; daughter, Cindy Clauson, Rochester; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and brother, Stephen Crow, Erlanger, Ky.

Services were held April 7 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Interment was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, North Manchester.

Karen Sue Long

Karen Sue Long, 52, North Manchester, died April 2, 2023.

She was born Nov. 14, 1970.

She is survived by her father, Donald Long, Roann; mother, Donna (Cripe) Long, North Manchester; her companion, Chris Brown, North Manchester; daughter, Cora Brown, North Manchester; sister, Brenda Helvey, North Manchester; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services were held April 8 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in North Manchester Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery.

Debbie A. McElheny

Debbie A. McElheny, 65, Goshen, died April 3, 2023.

She was born May 16, 1957. On Oct. 27, 1984, she married Jeff McElheny; he survives.

Also surviving are her parents, Dean and Lorita Everest, New Paris; brother, Ricky Everest, New Paris; sisters, Peggy Wisler, New Paris, and Shari Searer, Nappanee; sister-in-law, Jo Ellen Lee, Columbus, Ohio; three nieces; three nephews; and nine great-nieces and nephews.

Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 15, at Union Center Church of the Brethren. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service.

Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, is in charge of arrangements.

Rodney Scott

Rodney Scott, 76, Syracuse, died April 2, 2023.

He was born Dec. 5, 1946.

No services are planned at this time. His wishes were to be cremated. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, is in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth Ray Sharp

Kenneth Ray “Ken” Sharp, 94, died April 1, 2023.

He was born Oct. 27, 1928. On March 21, 1954, he married Sandra “Sandy” Welker; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Danny Sharp, Milford, Scott Sharp, Hudsonville, Mich., and Tim Sharp, Zeeland, Mich.; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Services were held April 6 at Dutchtown Church of the Brethren, Warsaw. Interment was at Union Center Cem-

etery. Titus Funeral Home-Owen Chapel, Syracuse, was in charge of arrangements.

Robin E. Stanton

Robin Elizabeth Sturgill Stanton, 51, Roann, died April 3, 2023.

She was born July 18, 1971.

She is survived by a daughter, Kali Stanton Schlemmer, Lebanon, Tenn.; two grandchildren; brothers, Billy R. Sturgill Jr., Peru, Josh Allen, Danny Allen and Dustin Allen, Wabash; and sisters, Sonia Poe, Roann, and Ruth Sturgill, Wabash.

Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester. Services will begin at the conclusion of calling. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns, 1100 Manchester Ave., Wabash.

Jay Allen

Vanlaningham

Jay Allen Vanlaningham, 54, Milford, died March 21, 2023.

He was born Aug. 25, 1968.

He is survived by his father, Ric Vanlaningham; sister, Kelly Warrick, Mesa, Ariz.; half sisters, Naomi Stouder, Syracuse, and Sarah Nace, Warsaw;

girlfriend, Petra DeFreeuw; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 15, at Titus Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, with visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Julia Villarreal

Julia “Wela” Villarreal, Milford, died Feb. 18, 2023.

She was born Feb. 16, 1931.

She is survived by a son, Abel Y. Trevino, Odem, Texas; daughters, Dora Pena and Martha Gillem, both of Milford, Noemi Rocha, Cromwell, Frances Blanco, Odem, Texas, and Mary A. Duhart, Palacios, Texas; brothers, Frank Ybarra, Jose Ybarra and Antonio Ybarra; sisters, Louisa Perales and Margarita Navarro; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews and extended family.

Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, was in charge of arrangements.

Allen Eugene Wagner

Allen Eugene Wagner, 80, Warsaw, died at 11:20 p.m. March 26, 2023.

He was born Sept. 30, 1942. On May 7, 1988, he married Glenna Russell; she survives.

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:

One Advantage LLC v. Shawnee R. Childress, $8,029.09 Snow & Sauerteig LLP v. Crystal Clutter, $4,613.95; v. Kit A. Craft, $10,000; v. Gabriel Fitzsimmons, $1,098.89; v. Amber M. Frost, $6,000; v. Eric Graham, $6,561.78; v. Kaitlin M. Goines, $2,568.80; v. Manuel Tlahuetl Moyotl, $5,629.72; v. Megan Orozco, $9,271.68; v. Ryan Riggle, $5,687.32; v. Abigail L. Signorelli, $1,314 SAC Finance Inc. v. Jessica J. Pass, $8,538.69; v. Amanda L. Sexton, Brandon D. Sexton, $9,158.79 Warsaw Health System LLC c/o Komyatte and Casbon PC, $2,411.27 DNF Associates LLC v. Jerry Newton, $735.59

Real America Management LLC v. Renae D. Fry, $1,688.63 Stucky Lauer and Young LLP v. Kevin A. Hartman, $1,293; v. Jessica R. Ide, $159; v. Katina Stephens, $223 City of South Bend v. Janelle McClellan, $951.26

Porter Estates v. Jesus Palacious Hernandez, $3,487.50

Ace Bail Bonds v. Ashley Horn Busenburg, $1,000; v. Larnardo Pittman, $1,610

Civil Collections

Kosciusko County

The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: Discover Bank v. Jillisa Conder, $10,276.28

Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Aaron R. Culp, $12,021.95; v. Kristal Fox, Tim Alden Tyler, $10,062.59; v. Jorge Granados, $2,642.79

CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Kaitlin E. Hawkey, Zackary M. Jones, $5,645.53 TD Bank USA NA v. Michael R. Hollen, $2,496.42; v. Christine Roberts, $1,092.95

One Advantage LLC v. Fabiola Sewell, $1,098.30

Notre Dame Federal Credit Union v. Stephen Turpen, $10,222.97 Mariner Finance LLC v. Ernest H. Fletcher III, $1,869.14; v. Michael M. Lopez, $4,427.66

Cavalry SPV I LLC v. Robert Arnold Murphy, $1,921.19 Cavalry SPV I LLC, as assignee of Citibank NA v. Tomara Purdy, $1,094.68 Velocity Investments LLC v. Alberto Meza, $4,588.57 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Michelle Puckett, $1,255.65

Also surviving are his children, Michael Wagner, Nappanee, Jason Wagner, Otsego, Minn., and Lloyd “Charlie” Miller, Warsaw; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother, Randy Wagner, Tucson, Ariz.; and sisters, Marguerite Adams, Nappanee, and Marcia Yocum, Bristol.

Services were held April 5 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

Monica Ann Weldy

Monica Ann Weldy, 66, Nappanee, died at 12:25 p.m. April 5, 2023.

She was born July 30, 1956. On Nov. 2, 1974, she married Donald R. Weldy; he survives. Also surviving are her children, Shawn C. Weldy, Nappanee, Cynthia D. Lamb, Elkhart, and Denise R. Rush, Goshen; six grandchildren; her mother, Doris A. Yoder, Middlebury; and brothers, David W. Yoder, Wakarusa, and Gregory L. Yoder, Middlebury. Services were held April 12 at Yellow Creek Church of the Brethren, Goshen. Burial was in Yellow Creek Cemetery. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Elkhart County

The following civil collections have been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court III: Mariner Finance LLC v. Courtney Fox, Nappanee, $1,887.17

Credit Corp. Solutions Inc. v. Justina Ravenscroft, Nappanee, $1,931.81

Evictions

The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Annie Zartman v. Bethany Antrim, Kevin Petrulak, $4,750 Neighbors of Village Estates v. James Hackworth, $4,630 Sanchez Enterprises LLC v. Richard Howard, Raleen Hyde, $5,661.21; v. Kim Littlejohn, Jesses Lee Savant, $6,000 Middletown Property Group LLC v. Paige J. Minor, $2,500 Briar Ridge Apartments v. Erlindo F. Umanzor, $7,317.37

Civil

Torts

The following civil tort has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding:

Frank Garber v. Robert Blair, $8,200

Miscellaneous Civil

The following judgment has been awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court, Judge Michael W. Reed presiding:

1st Source Bank v. Cosby Tree Service LLC, Jonathan Cosby, $63,240.40

Domestic Relations

The following domestic relation decision has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher

D. Kehler presiding: Mark Gerard Kroll v. Melissa Dawn Kroll, $3,343.45

Marriage

Licenses

Kosciusko County

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

Ann Torpy:

Vuittonet-McGriff

Kyler M. Vuittonet, 36, Syracuse, and Holly D. McGriff, 39, Syracuse Gibbs-Monreal

Alicia S. Gibbs, 39, Warsaw, and Olivia N. Monreal, 26, Pierceton

Fitzpatrick-Sautter

Hanna Fitzpatrick, 23, Warsaw, and Michael Sautter, 23, Warsaw Roesner-Barker

Jeffery D. Roesner, 46, Winona Lake, and Ann M. Barker, 49, Winona Lake

Redden-Llewellyn

Donta W. Redden, 25, Warsaw, and Kalynn M. Llewellyn, 20, Warsaw

Griesmann-McCarty

Victoria K. Griesmann, 30, Claypool, and Robert M. McCarty, 31, Claypool Borkholder-Chupp

Wyman D. Borkholder, 21, Bremen, and Maria K. Chupp, 20, Etna Green

Marriage Dissolutions

Kosciusko County

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Salyer — Tasha Salyer, Milford, and Stanley Salyer, North Webster. They were married June 22, 2012, and separated Oct. 21, 2022. Two minor children.

Weaver-Armstrong — Jonathan Weaver, Leesburg, and Tiffany Armstrong, Leesburg. They were married Dec. 26, 2021, and separated March 6, 2023. No minor children.

Eierman, Nibert — Stacey Eierman, Warsaw, and Nathan Nibert, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 11, 2010, and separated March 31, 2023. Three minor children.

Watkins — Crystal Watkins, Leesburg, and Samuel Watkins Jr., Pierceton. They were married Aug. 5, 2016, and separated Dec. 10, 2022. Three minor children.

Swope — Chrystal M. Swope, Warsaw, and Zackery W. Swope, Silver Lake. They were married June 13, 2009, and separated Feb. 21, 2023. Two minor children. Adams — Richard D. Adams, North Webster, and Sandra J. Adams, Perrysburg, Ohio. They were married May 3, 2002, and separated Jan. 5, 2011. No minor children.

Light — Brandy Light, Warsaw, and Johnie Light, Wabash. They were married Sept. 19, 2008, and separated March 23, 2009. No minor children.

Powers — Scott A. Powers, Warsaw, and Evelyn Powers, Warsaw. They were married May 16, 2015, and separated April 28, 2018. No minor children.

Roatcap-Malagon — Kiara Roatcap, Warsaw, and Marco Malagon, Warsaw. They were married April 25, 2015, and separated March 22, 2023. Five minor children.

Binkley — Darlene Binkley, Warsaw, and Brent Binkley, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 3, 1998, and separated Dec. 8, 2022. Two minor children.

Elkhart County

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Elkhart County Courts:

Bradberry — Michelle C. Bradberry, Nappanee, and Dane M. Bradberry, Bremen; with children.

Thomas — Trey W. Thomas, Bristol, and Macie Thomas, Syracuse; with children.

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Dental insurance - Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Covers 350 procedures. Real insurance - not a discount plan. Get your free dental info kit! 1-855-526-1060 www.dental50plus.com/ads #6258

Construction C100

PAUL EICHER BUILDERS. We build pole barns & garages and do re-roofs. 260-255-7463

HOCHSTETLER CONSTRUCTION for all your building needs. Pole barns, horse barns, garages, new home construction, additions, all types of metal and asphalt roofing, windows and siding. Superior Service... Quality Workmanship. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kermit 574-549-3473.

STEEL SIDING & ROOFING, TRIM & ACCESSORIES

20 Colors Available 40 Year Warranty

Contractors & Public Welcome Zimmer Metals • Goshen, IN 574-862-1800 ZimmerMetalSales.com

Tree Service C390

TREE TRIMMING, tree and stump removal service, storm damage clean up, tree climbing or bucket lift, Free estimates. Dan The Tree Man. 574-831-4381, New Paris.

LUMBERJACK JIM TREE SERVICE -

Professional tree trimming and removal. Storm damage clean up. Safe and reliable. Fully insured. Locally owned. Call 574-371-6536.

DISH TV $64.99 For 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo Expires 1/31/24. 1-866-479-1516

DIRECTV Stream - Carries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo for 12 mos Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405

Wicker Repair C420

CHAIR CANING, rush and splint seats, wicker repair. Quality work. Teresa Dick, 574-457-3566.

Misc. Service C430

MobileHelp, America’s premier mobile medical alert system. Whether you’re home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts! Free brochure! 1-888-489-3936

HughesNet - Finally, super-fast internet no matter where you live, 25 Mbps just $59.99/mo! Unlimited Data is Here. Stream Video. Bundle TV & Internet. Free Installation. Call 866-499-0141

Unlimited wireless 4G LTE or 5G internet. Only $50/month. 15-day trial. No contract. Includes hardware. Fast & reliable. 888-996-6799. https://broadbandq.com

BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices -

No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call: 855-761-1725

Inflation is at 40 year highs. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call National Debt Relief to find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! Free quote: 1-877-592-3616

get $50 off any new account. Use code GIFT50. 1-855-903-3048

NOW BUYING

LH Investment Group, LLC is now buying real estate, whole estates, gun collections, toy collections. Do you have a family member with lots of “Treasures” and need someone to help get rid of them? Call LH Investment Group, LLC 574-538-1492

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First Federal named ‘Five Star Member’

First Federal Savings Bank has been honored as a Five Star Member of the Indiana Bankers Association.

The award was presented on Friday, March 24, by Christina Bennett, Indiana Bankers Association vice president of meetings and events, in recognition of First Federal Savings Bank’s association involvement throughout 2022.

The Five Star Member designation recognizes association-member banks that demonstrate commitment to the association in five areas: political awareness, issues advocacy, lifelong learning, volun-

General Employment E030

Sudlow’s Pier Shop Is Hiring For PIER CREW $20/Hr.

Must Be 18 Yrs. Or Older OPEN INTERVIEWS

MONDAY-FRIDAY 10645 N. Southshore Dr. Syracuse 574-457-3514

Work Wanted E080

HONEY DO HANDYMAN & RENO. We do it all - remodels, repairs, scrap removal, lawn care and all your general home needs. Give Brad or Jessica a call at 574-253-5462, we would love to be able to help.

Miscellaneous Farm G070

FISH FOR STOCKING: Most ponds and lakes. Laggis Fish Farm, 269-628-2056 days or 269-624-6215 days.

Sporting Goods M090

GUN SHOW

FOP Lodge 143 - Rochester Saturday, April 15 8am-3pm (est) Fulton County Museum 37 East 375 North (4 miles N. of Rochester on US 31)

Admission $4 Call Darlene 574-936-4431

Eliminate gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule free LeafFilter estimate today. 20% off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833-610-1936

The Generac PWRcell solar plus battery storage system. Save money, reduce reliance on grid, prepare for outages & power your home. Full installation services. $0 down financing option. Request free no obligation quote. 1-877-539-0299

Want To Buy P280

Handyman Service

Do you have an odd job that you just don’t have energy or time to complete?

Remodeling, New Flooring, Drywall, Painting, Etc. Call LT Consultants, LLC Today 574-538-1492

HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL MAINTENANCE GOALS

Pet Services Q020

Are you a pet owner? Do you want to get up to 100% back on vet bills? Physicians Mutual Insurance Company has pet coverage that can help! Call 1-844-774-0206 to get a free quote or visit insurebarkmeow.com/ads

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teerism and preferred service provider utilization.

“We very much appreciate the dedication of First Federal Savings Bank and as a Five Star Member bank,” said Amber Van Til, Indiana Bankers Association president and chief executive officer. “Our association is strong, thanks to our supportive members.”

The Indiana Bankers Association supports Indiana banking through issues analysis, professional education and products and services that enhance member banks’ ability to serve their communities.

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Play bingo in May to benefit JA students

Junior Achievement, serving both Warsaw and Tippecanoe Valley schools, will be sponsoring its annual bingo games in May.

Proceeds from the events benefit local students through career education and exploration activities.

Cash Bingo will start at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 12, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m., and Purse Bingo will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 13, with doors opening at 9 a.m. Both events will

Business group pampers pets, staff at shelter

The staff at W.R. Hall Insurance Group, Winona Lake, recently brought lunch, donations and volunteers to the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County.

Organized by Raechel Torpy, members of the business wanted to support shelter animals and Animal Welfare League staff.

“What an amazing group at

W.R. Hall,” said Tonya Blanchard, executive director of the Animal Welfare League. “They spent their lunch pampering our staff and pets at AWL. Our furry family can’t thank them enough.”

Besides feeding the entire staff, the group brought $500 worth of pet food, laundry items and supplies to donate to the shelter. The group also spent time

walking dogs and socializing cats.

“Sheltering is a community Issue,” said Animal Welfare League board President John Lantz. “We cherish the support from community businesses like the W.R. Hall Insurance Group.”

Visit the Animal Welfare League online at awlwarsaw.com. The shelter is located at 1048 S. 325E, Pierceton.

take place in the Heritage Room in Winona Lake.

Tickets for each event are $40 and are now available for purchase. Each ticket includes a complimentary drink and 20 games of bingo. Cash prizes, purses, wallets and raffle prizes are part of the events, too.

For more detailed information, sponsorship opportunities, updates and how to buy tickets, visit the Facebook page for Junior Achievement serving Warsaw and Tippecanoe Valley.

P UBLIC A UCTIONS

Annual Spring Collector Auction

8:30 a.m. Thursday-Friday, April 13-15, at 72435 SR 15, New Paris, Polk Auction Co.

McCollough Estate Public Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, April 15, at 4874 9B Road, Bourbon, located three miles north of Bourbon on SR 331 to 9B Road, then west two miles to auction; or seven miles south of Bremen on Fir Road to stop sign, then east to auction. Off-road parking available south and north of 9B Road. Household, antiques and collectibles, 14 tractors, skid steer, four combines, three-point backhoe, airplane, equipment, implements and equipment for parts or salvage, trucks, automobiles, trailers, motorcycles, dirt bikes, mowers, lawn and garden, shop and miscellaneous. Two rings at 10 a.m. with household and shop items, then tractors, vehicles, motorbikes to start selling at noon, followed by implements. Inspection day on April 14. For pictures/information go to ballrealtygroup.com, (574) 342-8299.

Real Estate Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, April 15, at 4404 E. 800S, Columbia City. Jack and Marie Smith Estate. Eleven acres offered in two tracts includes country home, outbuilding and woods; also tractors, equipment, household items, antiques. For more information contact auction manager Jim Bayman, (260) 580-5437.

Ron Byrer Equipment Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, April 22, at 9965 W. 300N, Etna Green. Vintage motorcycles, trailers, bins, fuel

tanks, tractors and equipment, livestock equipment, tools, beekeeping, antiques, advertising, vintage bikes and more. For more information go to metzgerauction.com, (260) 9820238.

Online Only

Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Wednesday, April 26. Three tracts: Tract 1, 8079 McClintic Road, Syracuse; tract 2, 8127 McClintic Road, Syracuse; tract 3, next door to tract 2. Auction Manager Tim Pitts, (317) 714-0432. bidmetzger.com.

Transitional Crop

Land Auction

6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27, at Claypool Lions Club, just east of SR 15 to Rebecca Street and then north to the property. Crop land bordering residential development with multiple access points, utilities stubbed in place. metzgerauction.com, (260) 982-0238.

Recreational

Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, May 2, at 815 Rural St., Akron. Eighty acres offered in five tracts with log home, pole barn, pond, recreational and crop land. 14850 N. 700W, Silver Lake. metzgerauction.com, mossyoakproperties.com. Auction Manager Brecken Kennedy, (260) 578-7661.

Real Estate and Personal Property Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, May 13, at 9426 W. 700N, Etna Green. Twelve-plus acres on one tract includes project home, woods and pond. Personal property auction to follow includes jeep, truck, ATVs, tractor, Harley motorcycle, ZTR mower, tools. metzgerauction.com, (260) 9820238.

WANTED

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST

This is a full time position covering city, town and county meetings and events as we bring the broadest and most complete news coverage to our 250,000 weekly website visitors.

Internet, social media, computer and camera knowledge and skills important.

Must live in or near Kosciusko County and must have a degree or on-the-job experience in writing, journalism, mass communications or a similar field.

This is a full time position with competitive wage and benefit package.

Position is based out of Warsaw.

If you have the skills, we have a home for you.