the Paper - Kosciusko County Edition - May 10, 2023

It’s a Miracle!

possibly having a semipro baseball team play at the facility during the summer months.

Craig Wallin knew he was bucking long odds, so he christened his brainchild endeavor with a name that cemented his resolve and will soon result in a fruition that lives up to that name: The Elkhart County Miracle.

The Miracle, a Northern League semipro baseball team, kicks off its season 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, at the NorthWood Field of Dreams Complex on the campus of NorthWood High School in Nappanee versus the Lake County Corn Dogs.

Former Chicago Cub and 2016 World Series MVP Ben Zobrist will throw out the first pitch Saturday, June 3, for the team’s grand opening game. The team will play 55 games this summer, including 30 home games.

“The initial thought came to mind when I was broadcasting for the South Bend White Sox,” said Wallin, president and founder of The Elkhart County Miracle. “I was the first broadcaster for the White Sox and traveled with the team.”

Wallin said that many times the White Sox would play in communities that were smaller than Elkhart County. He thought that if he simply had a few years, he could bring a team to Elkhart County, but it was not that easy.

Wallin had friends and colleagues who shared his vision. At one point, they had an architectural rendering of a 10,000-seat retractable roof minor league baseball facility. They thought the facility could also house a pro soccer team, community events and concerts.

If they could make the baseball facility become a reality, their vision was to fill it up with events at least 150 days per year. The pieces of their plan just never quite came together. Wallin said they were very close to having a team compete in the Northern League in 2014. Then he received a last minute call that the league was folding.

After many years of dreaming and planning, Wallin was doing the play-by-play for a NorthWood High School baseball game during the 2022 season. NorthWood athletic director Roman Smith talked about a new baseball facility called “The NorthWood Field of Dreams Complex” that would be constructed near the school. Smith said the school was interested in

A light went on in Wallin’s head. Wallin and his friend Ron Bedward, who is now the director of marketing for the team, started discussing with Smith what it would actually look like if they could put together a team to play at the facility.

They started talking with Don Popravak, president of the Northern League, to figure out how they could put together a new team for the league. Popravak knew of Wallin’s dream to bring a team to Elkhart County and had been following Wallin’s story for 15

years.

With the help of an 11-member corporate team, that dream is becoming a reality. The team has worked extremely hard to make their dream come true. The initial squad consists of about 25% local prospects and 75% collegiate and minor league prospects from other states. Wallin’s son, Tyler, is also part of the corporate team. Tyler is a former collegiate baseball player.

Former Notre Dame baseball/football player Evan Sharpley, who is the team’s director of baseball operations, worked hard putting together a squad of talented, high-character young men who love the game of baseball. Wallin said, “We’ve really got some high-character guys who can really play. They’re all gems.”

Wallin wants this team to embody the local community. “I want to encourage fans to start looking for miracles. If you start looking for miracles each day, you might be surprised what happens,” he said.

He emphasized they want the fans to be “celebrated, not tolerated.” The team envisions a wholesome, affordable, down-to-earth family atmosphere where people can enjoy good baseball and make lasting memories with their family and friends.

Wallin said there are so many people who shared his dream of bringing a team to

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K NOW Y OUR N EIGHBOR Grace College alumnus works to bridge the language barrier

I wanted to understand all aspects of it to better serve people through my business.”

to their main needs and those of the Spanish-speaking community they are targeting.”

“I remember when my twin brother Arturo and I were traveling from Chile to the United States to attend Grace College in Winona Lake,” said Lucas Fonseca.

“We landed about an hour away from our destination. When we arrived in the small town, everything was so different from our medium-sized city in Chile. I still remember that feeling of being an outsider as I reach out to others who feel lost.”

That’s part of the reason I started my business, Language Matters, to equip other Spanishspeakers to function and thrive in this country.” The business is located in Warsaw.

Fonseca majored in entrepreneurial management with a minor in Spanish. “Although Spanish is my native language,

He marks the stages of arrival in a new country. “The first is the honeymoon stage, where everything is beautiful. Then there’s a crisis stage, where nothing is working. Often there’s a language barrier, and the person no longer knows how to adapt to their new surroundings. For some, this language barrier can last years, or even a lifetime.”

His business provides professional services to individuals who want to better connect with people who speak a different language. “This includes language tutoring; we also offer translation of documents and written materials to Spanish or French.”

The second area he focuses on is equipping organizations. “We start by analyzing the company or city by collecting data. Then we develop solutions that cater

April 23 marked the day when the company first offered their new English digital course, available on Smartphones and laptops. They unveiled the app at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Warsaw. “I’m excited to be able to combine technology and education. We are providing this app to 150 people who will have access to an entire year of language lessons.”

Part of his job involves meetings in cities across the United States. “I visit companies who are considering partnering with us. One of those organizations is the Greater Fort Wayne YMCA; we’ve launched an exciting initiative with them related to our online course.

“We also have people on the waiting list for access to our app. Because of companies like the YMCA, our partners make it possible to serve more people.”

Fonseca is also busy traveling to conferences. “I’m always learning and traveling gives me the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals.”

Some advice he’d give other entrepreneurs: “Get started on something right away: flyers, business cards, anything. Recognize that nobody is going to do the work for you. You may receive some help, but you’ve got to put in the hard work and long hours to succeed.”

Today, Fonseca feels like somewhat of an outsider when he goes to visit his family in Chile.

“I’ve adopted a lot of idioms from the U.S. After a meal, when Mom asks if I want seconds, I’ll respond that I’m full. She’ll correct me, because in Chilean culture, that’s not a great way to word things: ‘You mean you are satisfied.’”

Fonseca’s wife, Bethany, writes bilingual children’s books. His email address: l.fonseca@languagemattersprogram.com.

Alderfer Bergen & Co. welcomes planning assistant

Alderfer Bergen & Co., Market Street, Warsaw, recently welcomed its newest team member, Parker Stewart, as planning assistant.

Stewart is a Warsaw native who recently graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a degree in finance and is currently working toward his master’s of business administration degree at Indiana Wesleyan.

Stewart’s role at Alderfer Bergen is to streamline professional services by assisting advisers, inputting data into financial plans and updating existing financial plans.

The company provides clients with financial and retirement planning services and investment management.

Discover the wonders of cork fabric at Nappanee’s newest shop

April 28 marked the grand opening of The Cork Emporium, at 105 S. Main St., Nappanee’s newest downtown shop. This unique store is for eco-conscious fashion enthusiasts and creative artisans alike.

Owned by Lynn Gerard, The Cork Emporium specializes in offering a diverse range of thread, cloth and ornate accessories crafted from an environmentally friendly and versatile material: cork fabric.

Derived primarily from the bark of the cork oak tree, this high-quality fabric is sourced from Spain, Portugal and France, regions known for their abundant cork oak forests. One notable aspect of cork fabric is its sustainability.

“They have to wait until the trees are about 25 years old. They pull the bark off and let it sit for six months to let it dry,” said Gerard. The bark of the cork oak tree can be harvested without causing harm to the tree itself, allowing it to regrow and be reharvested every nine

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to 12 years. This unique quality makes cork fabric a renewable and eco-friendly resource, perfect for today’s increasingly environmentally conscious world.

Cork fabric carries a myriad benefits and unique characteristics.

Cork fabric has a similar handle to leather or vinyl, but it’s much easier to cut and sew with. It feels like a quality leather because it’s soft, smooth and pliable. It can be used to make handmade bags, wallets, accents on clothing, craft projects, applique, embroidery, shoes or upholstery. Some of these you can find at The Cork Emporium, some made by Gerard herself.

Cork fabric is not only renewable and sustainable but also lightweight, water-resistant, stain resistant, antimicrobial and hypoallergenic.

“I sell bag hardware, zippers and the finished product,” said Gerard. She also offers sewing classes.

Its natural texture and appearance, coupled with its versatility, allow for a plethora of innovative designs and fashion-forward creations. The Cork Emporium, in particular, showcases a selection of cork fabric items, offering customers a taste of what cork fabrics have to offer.

As the world embraces ecofriendly alternatives, cork fabric has emerged as a front runner in

the realm of sustainable textiles. It’s not only an ethical choice for fashion and design enthusiasts but also a durable and long-lasting option.

To commemorate the grand opening of The Cork Emporium, Lynn Gerard invites the public to explore the world of cork fabric at her store. Discover this unique material and get inspired to create your own masterpieces, all while contributing to a more sustainable future. Don’t miss out on The Cork Emporium in downtown Nappanee. For more information, visit LsG Creations and Hardware’s Facebook page or call (574) 551-4996.

Leesburg Oswego Alumni holding banquet

The Leesburg Oswego Alumni Association will hold its 2023 Alumni Banquet Saturday, May 20, at the Leesburg Grace Brethren Church, 101 W. School St., Leesburg.

A social time will begin at 4 p.m., with the buffet dinner at 5:30 p.m. Former attendees of the high school are invited to attend. Entertainment will be by DV8 playing classic

rock of the ‘60s and ‘70s.

Cost is $19 per person, payable to Leesburg Alumni Association by Friday, May 12. Mail to Mary Redman, 4860 N. 175E, Leesburg, IN 46538. She may also be contacted at maryredman1960@gmail.com or (574) 268-4949. If not able to attend, alumni are asked to consider giving a donation.

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APC gives favorable recommendation for Claypool TIF district on May 3

A tax increment finance district for a small portion of Claypool was given a favorable recommendation at the regular meeting of the Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission Wednesday, May 3.

Indiana American Water requested the TIF district for three parcels plus existing water pipes. All three parcels are zoned public use. The property is the site of the town’s water tower.

The acquisition of Claypool’s water system was approved by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission Wednesday, Feb. 22.

Claypool Town Council will hear the case at 7 p.m. Monday, May 15.

Edd Allen’s petition for an appeal was continued once again.

The case has been continued since January. Last month, the board requested a traffic data, which has been completed.

Allen is requesting to amend self-imposed restrictive covenants associated to the rezoning request to originally rezone the property in question to commercial, as amended through previous cases, by allowing modular homes sales and display as shown on the submitted site plan.

The property is located on the west side of SR 13, south of CR 400 North in Tippecanoe Township.

“The traffic study was not exactly favorable,” said Allen’s attorney, Steve Snyder.

“There are certain concerns,” added Mike Kissinger, an APC board member.

The traffic engineer did state

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Elkhart County and some of them are no longer with us. There are really too many people to name, but they were all instrumental in this miracle.

He mentioned former Coveleski Stadium manager and one-time Baseball America’s Executive of the Year, John Baxter, as being an integral part of making this dream come true. Baxter is part of the executive team. Northern Indiana Area Director of Fellowship of Christian Athletes Josh Gleason will be the team’s chaplain. Wilson Valera, a onetime minor

league baseball player and former member of the Arizona Diamondback’s coaching staff, will manage the team.

All weekday home games start at 7 p.m. Saturday home games begin at 6 p.m. and Sunday home games start at 2 p.m. The NorthWood Field of Dreams Complex is located at 2101 N. Main St., Nappanee.

Ticket prices: $8/general admission, $10/reserved seating, $5/children 4-12, free for children 3 and under.

For more information, visit elkhartcountymiracle.com or email info@ elkhartcountymiracle.com.

that visibility to the north is impaired for drivers due to a stop sign and a hill.

The case was continued until Wednesday, June 7, in order to review the recent traffic study.

Thomas Hardy’s petition was approved. Hardy is seeking 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 and is a two-lot subdivision.

Blake Palmer’s petition to rezone ground from a commercial district to a residential district was granted a favorable recommendation.

The property is located on the south side of Main Street, west of Harrison Street in Atwood in Harrison Township.

Palmer’s property consists of three platted lots. The property is a former cafe. Palmer wants it to become a house. A realtor that Palmer is working with suggested it be rezoned. She shared some statistics regarding the housing market, noting there is “a need for housing.”

“I want to make the property better and more marketable,” Palmer said. “I put a new roof on it two years ago.”

Palmer has also filed for a variance, which the Board of Zoning Appeals will hear next week.

The county commissioners will hear the case at 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 23.

David Miller’s petition to rezone ground from a residential district to an agricultural district near Silver Lake was given a favorable recommendation by the board. The property is located on the south side of Sycamore, just east of Jefferson Street in Lake Township.

A letter from the town stated there was no issue with Miller’s request. Miller purchased the property in December. He wants to build a garage but was told he could not yet due to a zoning issue. The county commissioners will hear the case at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 23.

A final plat for Summer Breeze, near Oswego, was approved. A house is going to be constructed on one lot.

The next meeting is 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, at the county courthouse, Warsaw.

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Harwood named 2023 Wawasee Flotilla Commodore

Heather Harwood, a lifetime area resident and executive director of the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation, will lead this year’s Lake Wawasee Flotilla activities celebrating the theme “Luau on the Lake.”

The 2023 Wawasee Flotilla will start at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 1.

Harwood grew up in Goshen where her father was a Presbyterian minister. She spent her summers, along with brother George Hardie, swimming, skiing, sailing and developing a lifelong appreciation for the natural beauty of the lakes.

After college she became a “California Girl” and for 12 years lived in southern California where she became a landscape architect at a firm where she met her husband Hamilton. While in California, they welcomed their daughter Molly, who now resides in San Francisco.

Heather, Hamilton and Molly returned to Kosciusko County and moved to Syracuse Lake as she became executive director of the WACF, a post she has held for 25 years.

Under Harwood’s leadership, the WACF has grown to a professional organization which holds approximately 1,000 acres

in the Wawasee Watershed, taking action to ensure the lakes’ health and vitality now and for generations to come.

Harwood also operates a highly successful landscape architecture business with a focus on landscape architectural design, native habitat restoration, site drainage and erosion control, land planning, graphics and computer aided design.

She has completed the Master Gardener training from Purdue University and has worked to enhance the beauty and sustainability of countless local lake properties.

She is a lover of the lakes and can be seen skiing in the early

Hello, blueberries

This is the time of the year we begin to see blueberries pop up at our favorite local markets. During the summer, there is nothing quite like a big bowl of fresh fruit.

In fact, blueberries alone pack many antioxidants, making them one of the healthiest fruits to consume. They are also rich in vitamins such as vitamin C and vitamin K to help protect against damage to molecules and cells within the body.

Additionally, blueberries can be a great source for your daily magnesium and fiber intake. While being very low in calories, blueberries also help promote bone strength and lower your risk of heart disease.

Earlier studies discovered that blueberries (compared to other fruits) do not make your blood sugar spike, which is especially important for individuals with health conditions such as insulin resistance.

While most of us can agree that sometimes eating plain fruits and vegetables can be boring, there are ways to spice up your blueberry recipes while still remaining healthy.

If you are someone who purchases blueberries in large quantities, you can freeze them for later use.

Recipes can range all the way from a blueberry smoothie to mixing them into your oatmeal or salads.

Blueberries can be as versatile as you make them. You can enjoy what you are eating while consuming something nutritious for your body.

morning hours or enjoying a hike at one of the many properties of the WACF. She still works closely with her brother and mentor George as a partner in art, landscaping and restoration.

Harwood has also served on the Merry Lea Environmental Center board of directors, the Indiana Lakes Management Society and is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects and the Council of Landscape Architecture Registration Boards.

The Wawasee Flotilla Parade will launch at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 1, starting in front of the Wawasee Spink and moving counterclockwise around the lake. Registration is required to be eligible for an award/prize (no charge).

Registration forms will be available at local retailers, Team Tuttle Mortgage LLC or call (574) 457-3775 or email hollytuttle@yahoo.com.

Souvenir T-shirts and sweatshirts will be available online at flotilla.orderpromos.com.

The Flotilla Road Race will be held Tuesday, July 4, at Lakeside Park, Syracuse. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the race starts at 8 a.m.

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Commissioners recognize Warsaw student for attaining Gold Award

A Warsaw girl has been recognized by Kosciusko County Commissioners for achieving the highest award in Girl Scouts.

At its meeting Tuesday, April 25, the commissioners honored Keely Roe for getting a Gold Award, equivalent to the Eagle Scout rank in Boy Scouts.

For her Gold Award project, Roe, a Warsaw Community High School senior, created a patch other Girl Scouts can earn by educating others about breast health.

Roe told InkFreeNews others from across the country had worked to obtain the patch. She also placed educational brochures about breast health in the county.

Roe collaborated with medical professionals for the project.

During her time in Girls Scouts, Roe, who’s been in troops 10379 and 10380, also received the following awards: 10-year member

award; Gold Torch Award; GoldSilver Torch Award; Silver Torch Award; Senior and Ambassador Safety awards; Community Service bars for Cadette, Senior and Ambassador levels; Service to Girl Scouting bars for Senior and Ambassador levels; five Journey awards; nine cookie sale pins; and 48 badges while at the Cadette, Senior and Ambassador levels.

She’s the daughter of Terrence and Lori Roe. When Roe graduates this spring, she’ll have Ivy Tech Community College pharmacy technician and dementia care certificates, along with her Core 40 academic and technical honors diploma. She will attend Butler University as part of its honors college program and study biology on a pre-medicine track.

Roe is the WCHS student body president and has been involved in National Honor Society, the speech and debate team, Phi Theta Kappa, Kosciusko County Teen Court and the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy

Board of Directors.

Commissioners presented Roe with a certificate, and President Brad Jackson read a statement.

“Over the course of your years in Girl Scouts, you have learned

many qualities that have helped you and shaped you into a strong leader and a helpful citizen to your community,” it said in part.

“Our hope for the future is that you continue to learn and grow

and lead with integrity.”

Present at the meeting was Suzie Light, who served as Roe’s Gold Award project advisor. Light said this is the first time a Girl

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Making healthy choices is easy for Sprouts Kids Club members

The Goshen Farmers Market offers a free program focused on encouraging kids to make healthy food choices.

From 3-7 p.m. every Tuesday, May through October, schoolaged children can participate in Sprouts Kids Club and receive free tokens to spend on fresh produce from local farmers at the market.

portunity to meet and interact with local farmers, which helps connect where their food comes from.”

On the second Tuesday of those months, Goshen Health offers fun activities to help Sprouts Kids learn about nutrition and physical activity and earn an additional token to spend at the market.

president and CEO.

“Healthy eating is important for healthy living and easy

access to fruits and vegetables contributes to good health.”

For more information on

this and other community health programs, call (574) 3642496.

Open Class Fashion Show at Elkhart County 4-H Fair

“Our Sprouts Kids Club engages kids in making healthier choices,” said Jo Ellen Davis, Goshen Farmers Market manager. “It also gives kids an op-

Commissioners

In other business, commissioners:

• Approved a consulting contract with VS Engineering for inspection work on Bridge 9 on Husky Trail.

• Approved a request from Kosciusko County Highway Department Superintendent Steve Moriarty for purchasing a lowboy trailer for $47,100.

• Approved an ordinance allowing law enforcement agencies

across the county to contribute to a fund for Flock cameras, which take pictures of license plates for police investigative purposes.

“This is a great program to encourage children to try new fruits and vegetables and create healthy habits,” said Randy Christophel, Goshen Health Scout Gold Award winner has been recognized at a commissioners’ meeting.

• Approved a request to rezone about 9.6 acres at CR 175E and CR 300N from agricultural to agricultural II at the request of Timothy Posthuma. The Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission had given commissioners a favorable recommendation.

• Approved paying the annual premium for property liability and workers’ compensation insurance of $789,306. Kosciusko County Administrator Marsha

All seamstresses are encouraged to enter the 2023 Open Class Fashion Show which is a part of the Elkhart County 4-H Fair.

McSherry noted “the (overall) premium increased 1.5% this year” while parts of it such as workers’ compensation actually went down in cost.

• Allowed the Kosciusko Area Bus Service to apply for federal and state grant money estimated at more than $600,000. It’s the regular grant money KABS always asks for, noted Kosciusko County Commissioner Cary Groninger.

The next meeting is 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 9, in the Kosciusko County Courthouse’s Old Courtroom.

The deadline for entering is July 1. The fashion show has age divisions and categories for clothing.

Judging is based on the contestant — appearance, posture, poise and grooming; the garment on the contestant — comeliness, fit, style, texture, fabric, effect of undergarments and accessories; and the constructed article — fabric and trimmings, workmanship, related values and the quality of work as it contributes to the overall look as it is modeled.

The fashion show judging is 7 p.m. Thursday, July 13, in the Home & Family Arts Building on the 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen.

The public show will be a part of the open house at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 20, in the Home & Family Arts Building. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded.

All interested seamstresses are encouraged to participate.

The rules and regulations and entry form are available at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County Office located on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, just inside Gate 2 at 17746 CR 34, Goshen.

You can also download the form online at extension.purdue. edu/county/elkhart/open-classhfa.html.

Queen of Lakes Pageant applications being accepted

The North Webster Lions Club 77th Mermaid Festival is rapidly approaching. On Saturday, June

24, one of the highlights of the festival is the Queen of Lakes Pageant sponsored by the North

Webster Lady Lions. The pageant has all the glamor, thrill and excitement of those

shown on television. The pageant is open to ladies aged 15-23. With years of history, the title of Queen of Lakes is still a very prestigious achievement that includes scholarship money.

Early bird registration fees are $130 if received no later than May 15. Entry fees received after May 15 will be $150. All registrations must be received by June 3.

The applications and rules may be printed from northwebsterlionsclub.com under Applications. Additional information is available on Facebook at Queen of the Lakes Pageant. Questions may be directed to queenofthelakes@outlook.com.

The Queen of Lakes Pageant will be held Saturday, June 24, at the North Webster Community Center located on SR 13 in North Webster.

Contestants must arrive by 10 a.m. All contestants must participate in the Mermaid Festival parade at 4 p.m. and then participate in the Queen of Lakes Pageant, being judged on “Life is Better in North Webster” theme wear and formal gowns, at 7 p.m. in the

gymnasium of the North Webster Community Center.

The organizational/informational meeting for the pageant will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 3, at Ken Strong Productions.

The Shoop Sports and Youth Foundation will provide scholarship certificates totaling $5,000 that will be awarded to the Queen of Lakes and her Court to be applied to their college education.

The Lady Lions will provide a $100 Community Service Award and a Miss Congeniality Award. Queen of Lakes parade prize scholarships awarded by the Shoop Sports and Youth Foundation will total $1,500.

Organizational meetings are being held now. If interested in helping with the planning of the 77th Mermaid Festival Pageants, join the group at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 20, at the North Webster Lion’s Den, located in the Tippecanoe Township Community Building located across the street from the Mermaid Festival Fairgrounds, two blocks west of the in-town stoplight at the corner of Washington and Morton streets.

Cutie Parade, Pageant registration open

The North Webster Lions Club is prepping for the 77th Mermaid Festival Cutie King and Queen Contest and Cutie Parade. This year’s Mermaid Festival theme is “Life is Better in North Webster”

As part of the annual tradition all children vying for either the king or queen title must participate in the Cutie Parade, which is slated from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 21. The rain date for the parade will be Thursday, June 22.

The parade lineup will begin at 5:45 p.m. at the North Webster Church of God.

While the parade is a requirement to participate in the Cutie Pageant, the parade is open to all children under the age of 14 as of June 1. Additionally, children participating in the Cutie Parade can also participate in the festival’s general parade Saturday, June 24.

Parade entries can be hand drawn, motorized — such as golf carts or small garden tractors — or walking. Participants are also reminded to bring their confirma-

tion letters to the parade.

The Shoop Sports and Youth Foundation will provide scholarships totaling $30,000 for the parade. Scholarships totaling $20,000 will also be provided for the pageant.

The Cutie Pageant is Friday, June 23, at the North Webster Community Center. Registration will begin at 6:15 p.m. and end at 6:45 p.m. The pageant itself promptly starts at 7 p.m.

The pageant is sponsored by the North Webster Lions Club and The Shoop Sports and Youth Foundation. It is open to all children between the ages of 5 and 7 as of June 1.

An admission fee of $5 for all adults and $2 for children not participating in the pageant will be charged at the gate.

Both the parade and pageant require pre-registration. Applications are available online or by calling the Mermaid Festival hotline at (574) 834-4316.

The deadline for applications is Friday, June 16. No late entries will be accepted.

Nappanee, Wakarusa celebrating 20th annual joint chamber golf outing June 14

The Nappanee and Wakarusa chambers of commerce invite the public to spend the day with them Wednesday, June 14, for their joint chamber golf outing. One of the most popular and fun outings in the area, this event is a great networking opportunity.

Morning and afternoon tee times are available. The outing is held at the beautiful McCor-

mick Creek Golf Course in Nappanee.

Registration forms will be accepted through Friday, June 2.

Back by popular demand, Nuway Construction will have a drone drop. For $20 your team can putt from the dropped ball. All proceeds go directly to scholarships.

Coffee and muffins, Nelson’s

Lake Wawasee: “Points of Interest” historical cruise

Chautauqua-Wawasee and the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum are once again teaming to sponsor a historical tour of Lake Wawasee.

The two-hour cruise will launch from The Frog Tavern in Syracuse at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 18. All tickets must be purchased in advance and are available from chqw.org. Boarding begins at 12:45 p.m.

Enjoy local historian Ann Garceau as she narrates the cruise of the lake, highlighting various “Points of Interest,” aboard the SS Lillypad II. The program handout is a map of the lake for attendees to follow along.

This event is always popular, so get your tickets early. Garceau will share her knowledge about historic hotels, events, property owners, restaurants, entertainment venues, boat taxis, marinas, other points of interest and littleknown facts as the SS Lillypad proceeds around the shoreline of the lake. Snack food will be pro-

vided along with a cash bar.

If you have questions, contact Debbie at (574) 377-7543 or debbie@chqw.org. ChautauquaWawasee is a nonprofit organization striving to help make Syracuse and the region a great place to visit, live, work and raise a family.

box lunches, snacks, Dal-Mar cookies and Miller Poultry’s grilled chicken sausage sandwiches will be provided to all registered outing participants with a special thank you to DalMar Catering, Dutch Village Restaurant, Miller Poultry and Nelson’s.

This is a fun day for the en-

tire community, and you won’t want to miss out. Along with “bragging rights,” teams with the outing’s best scores will receive a small cash prize. Golfers will also have the opportunity to purchase 50/50 raffle tickets for some great golfing gear.

Along with the popular putting contest, there will be a

longest drive, longest putt and hole-in-one contests and, of course, Bucket Holes.

Net proceeds from this event enable the chambers to provide college scholarships for area students through the NorthWood Scholarship Foundation and free-to-the-community events throughout the year.

OBITUARIES

Shella K. Good School Psychologist

Shella K. Good, 54, Liberty Mills, passed through the gates of heaven Friday, April 28, 2023.

The daughter of Ernest and Hazel (Castle) Bradley, Shella was born Sept. 7, 1968, in Prestonsburg, Ky.

While growing up in North Manchester, Shella attended Sweetwater Church of God. She graduated from Manchester High School in 1987 and from Manchester College in 1991 with bachelor’s degrees in business and psychology. She entered the workforce in Fort Wayne at Lincoln Life before being transferred to Greeley, Colo., where she worked as a financial advisor. Shella then earned her master’s degree and Ph.D. in psychology. After receiving her Ph.D., she became a school psychologist.

Even while living so far away from home, Shella kept her family close. In 1997, she married Greg Good in a castle in the South of France. Though their marriage didn’t work out, the two remained close friends.

Shella was a bright and beautiful woman with a vast love for her family and friends. She found much comfort and peace being in nature and the beauty that it brings. A kind and beautiful soul, Shella believed that every creature should be treated with compassion. Even in death, Shella helped two people with the gift of sight by being a donor. She never had any children but loved her nieces and nephew like they were her own.

The loving memory of Shella K. Good will be forever cherished by her mother, Hazel Bradley, Liberty Mills; sisters, Cristal (Todd) Brewer, North Manchester, Charlotte Bradley, South Bend, and Melissa (Dennis) Byers, Claypool; nieces, Heather (Chris) Schuler, Devin (Brad) DeLong, Noelle (Dylin) Kennedy, Abby Morse, Madison Burton and Andrea Morse; and 15 great-nieces and great-nephews.

Shella was preceded in death by her father, Ernest Bradley; grandparents, Elias and Viola Bradley and Carew and Nora Castle; and nephew, Jacob Burton.

A gathering to celebrate Shella’s life was held from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, May 7, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester. A private burial took place at the family’s private cemetery in Kentucky.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Shella Good, memorial contributions may be made to the Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Ave., Wabash, IN 46992.

The family of Shella Good has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

“If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him sleep to the music he hears, however measured or far away.” — Henry David Thoreau Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.

Robert L. Meeks Indiana State Senator

Robert L. Meeks, 89, LaGrange, died Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Parkview Noble Hospital, Kendallville.

Bob was born on Feb. 3, 1934, in Fort Wayne, to Roy B. and Esther (Bauermeister) Meeks.

He was a 1952 graduate of Concordia High School. He lettered in football, basketball, track, golf and he was a 1952 all city basketball selection. After high school, he graduated from International Business College with a degree in accounting. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954-1956 with the 1st Armored Division at Fort Hood, Texas, and completed his service at Fort Benjamin Harrison.

On April 16, 1955, he married Carol Scheumann; she survives in LaGrange. In 1956, he became a deputy with the Allen County Sheriff’s Department. While there, he became a member of the Life Saving Club.

In 1960, he joined the Indiana State Police, serving in the Ligonier district. He became active in the Indiana Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), where he held several state offices. He was awarded the Addie Maddox Award, which is the highest award given by the FOP. He retired from the Indiana State Police in 1981 with the rank of post commander first sergeant.

After retirement, Bob started Meeks Security and in 1984, he was elected to the board of trustees at Lakeland School Corporation in LaGrange. In 1988, he was elected to the Indiana State Senate. He served as chairman of the corrections committee, the budget committee, the appropriations committee and the lakes management study committee.

He received many awards during his tenure: Outstanding Freshman Senator of the Year, NRA Defender of Freedom Award, Harry Harman Memorial Award, Indiana Chamber Small Business Award, Welsh-Bowen Distinguished Public Official Award and many Legislators of the Year Awards from various associations. He retired from public service in 2008.

He was promoted to brigadier general in the Army Guard Reserve by Governor O’Bannon. He was named an honorary member of the IPFW Campus Police. The Indiana State Police Post on the Toll Road 80/90 was dedicated in his honor. He received honorary doctorate degrees from Vincennes University, Indiana University, Purdue University, Trine University and Ivy Tech.

Bob received the Sagamore of the Wabash Award from Governor Mitch Daniels and was named LaGrange County Citizen of the Year in 2008.

In retirement, he was active in the LaGrange American Legion Post #215, where he served on the executive board. He was a member of Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, where he served in several leadership roles. He also was a member of the Meridian Sun Lodge F&AM #76, Scottish Rite of Fort Wayne, Mizpah Shrine of Northeast Indiana and the LaGrange County Shrine Club.

Bob was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed watching sporting events and playing cards with family and friends. In his free time, he also enjoyed playing golf and reading.

Along with his wife, Carol, he is survived by his daughter, Denise (Steven) Schrock of Topeka; three sons, Kevin L. Meeks of LaGrange, Kent (Nancy) Meeks of Cutler and Layne (Kelly) Meeks of Cromwell; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Charles “Bud” Meeks and Frederick H. Meeks.

Visitation will be held from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, May 11, at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 12, at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, 797 N. Detroit St., LaGrange, with Rev. Forest Van Gundy officiating the services. Military rites will be provided by the LaGrange American Legion Post #215.

Memorial contributions may be given in Robert’s memory to Mt. Zion Lutheran Church or LaGrange American Legion Post #215.

Theodore Alles

Theodore “Ted” Alles, 78, Milford, died May 1, 2023.

In 1978, he married Rebecca “Becky” Brown; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Trevor Alles; daughters, Colleen Allison, Amanda Bermudez and Carrie Preston; three grandsons; brothers, Larry Alles and Doug Alles; and sisters, Beverly Rectenwald, Renee Reid and Julie Landis.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 13, at Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Milford. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Linda Marie Amstutz

Linda Marie Amstutz, 74, New Paris, died May 4, 2023.

She was born May 24, 1948. On Feb. 21, 1998, she married Norman Amstutz; he survives.

Also surviving are siblings, Susie Daley, Chicago, Ill., John Rourke, Orland Park, Ill., Dan Rourke, Austin, Texas, and Mike Rourke and Neal Rourke, both of Chicago, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews.

Services were held May 9 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in New Paris Cemetery.

Amy

Sue Angel

Amy Sue Angel, 58, North Webster, died April 22, 2023.

She was born May 6, 1964. On April 3, 1987, she married Jon Angel; he survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Hanna Angel and Haley AngelGilbert; a son-in-law, Grant Gilbert; brothers, Stuart Coverstone, Steve Coverstone and Scott Coverstone; brother-in-law, Jack Angel; sisterin-law, Jan Beezley; and eight nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at the North Webster American Legion Post 253. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, is in charge of arrangements.

Spencer Allen Bach

Spencer Allen Bach, 25, North Manchester, died May 3, 2023.

He was born May 8, 1997.

Surviving are his parents, Kim and Stanley Witmer, North Manchester, and John A. Bach, Delong; sisters, Angel Marie Bach, Rochester, Stephanie Baldridge, Claypool, and Jenna Reavis, Wonewoc, Wis.; brothers, Brian Witmer, North Manchester, and Trenton Witmer, Logansport; and maternal grandmother, Judy Spencer, Rochester. Services were held May 7 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

Stanley

L. Bickel

Stanley L. Bickel, 65, Elkhart, died May 1, 2023.

He was born Jan. 17, 1958.

He is survived by his mother, Gladys M. (DeWilde) Bickel, Goshen; and siblings, David Thomas, Goshen, Kathy Borden, Atlanta, Ga., Paul Bickel, New Paris, and Ruth Bickel, Goshen.

Visitation was held May 9 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. Cremation followed the visitation.

Jeanette Bockman

Jeanette Bockman, 95, North Webster, died May 4, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Judith Ann Burdette

Judith Ann Robinson Burdette, 80, Warsaw, formerly of Elizabeth, W.Va., died May 1, 2023.

She was born Dec. 3, 1942. She married Charles Robinson, who preceded her in death. She then married Charles Burdette, who also preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, David Robinson and Lucinda Templeman; four grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; and siblings, Sharon Young, Warren “Stanley” Davis and Richard Davis.

Services were held May 5 at Ma-

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O BITUARIES

Patricia Ann Leksich Co-founder Of Pat’s Chicago Dogs

Patricia Ann Leksich, 72, Bradenton, Fla., passed away on Dec. 9, 2022, in the presence of family.

Pat and Greg were residents of Syracuse for 20 years and the founders of Pat’s Chicago Dogs.

She was born in Vallejo, Calif., on Feb. 1, 1950, to Anna and Clarence Geisler, who preceded her in death, along with her sister, Peggy Braa; and daughter, Kimberly Harvey-Abela. We mourn the loss of our loved one while rejoicing in the knowledge that she is now home in heaven.

Pat leaves behind her husband of 53 years, Greg Leksich; her daughter, Susanne Rippey, with children, Bethany Wesley and Caleb Rippey; son, Joe Leksich, with children, Keaton and Makenzie, who reside in Indiana; Kimberly’s children, Andrew, Nick and Megan Harvey, who reside in Michigan; her sister, Laura Bara; and brother, John Geisler.

The most beautiful accomplishment of Pat’s life was the 53 years of marriage she shared with Greg. Their love for each other was evident in their daily loving acts of care for each other. Holding hands and playful banter started from day one and lasted until the end. They built a beautiful life based in faith while loving each other in heart and soul.

A memorial service for Pat will be held at Saturday, May 13, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E. Wallen Road, Fort Wayne. Family and friends are welcome. Visitation in the main hall will be at 10:30 a.m. and mass at 11 a.m. A committal service will be at noon at Oratory of St. Mary Magdalene (across the street). A social luncheon will be from 12:15-2 p.m. at Life Center (St. Vincent Campus). Chicago hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches will be served in memory of Pat’s legacy, Pat’s Chicago Dogs.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to A Mother’s Hope Pregnant Women’s Shelter at www.amothershopefw.org.

Beverly Meinert Farm Wife

Beverly Meinert, a devoted mother, caring grandmother, committed wife and a hardworking farm wife, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at her residence. She was 81 years old.

Born on Aug. 5, 1941, Beverly attended Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne. She was married to Aloysius R. Meinert, who most knew as “Al,” on Aug. 26, 1967 and shortly after the pair made their home on the farmstead north of Pierceton, where Beverly was living until the day she passed. Al and Beverly raised ducks for Maple Leaf Farms for more than 53 years. They were one of the first farm partners and one of the longest to work with Maple Leaf. Her dedication and commitment towards being a farm wife was unparalleled.

Beverly’s personality was feisty but she had a servant’s heart, willing to help friends and neighbors. She loved her family and grandchildren fiercely and was known to be a hard worker. Those who knew Beverly know that she had a strong faith in God as she was a devout Catholic; she was a long-time member of St. Francis Xavier Church in Pierceton and had previously attended Sacred Heart Church in Warsaw.

Beverly will be missed by several close friends and a large extended family. She is survived by two children: daughter, Laura Meinert-Bidel (companion, Peter Kelly) of North Webster and son, Kevin Meinert (wife, Brandie) of Kendallville; grandchildren, Bree Ann Jordan Bidle (boyfriend, Terrence Rose) of Brooklet, Ga., and Sofia Colbert, Brayden Colbert, Chloe Meinert and Jill Colbert, all of Kendallville. She is also survived by her siblings, Sadonna Muldoon of Fort Wayne, Berneice Denney of Fort Wayne and Elaine Hobbs of Dayton, Ohio.

She was preceded in passing by husband, Al Meinert; and by an infant granddaughter, Noel Meinert.

A life celebration visitation was held from 3-7 p.m. Monday, May 8, at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of North Webster. A rosary service was led by Beverly’s family at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial took place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 9, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 408 W. Catholic St., Pierceton, with interment to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be directed to Kosciusko County Animal Welfare League and to Saint Francis Xavier Church in Pierceton. Written condolences may be left for the family at www.titusfuneralhome.com.

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theny Whited Funeral Home, Elizabeth, W.Va. Interment was at K of P Cemetery, Elizabeth, W.Va. Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Warsaw was in charge of local arrangements.

Ronald A. Chupp

Ronald A. Chupp, 71, Fort White, Fla., formerly of Millersburg, died April 22, 2023.

He was born July 28, 1951. On Aug. 24, 1973, he married Wanda Rose Duncan. She preceded him in death Nov. 25, 2008.

Surviving are sons, Bret Chupp, Goshen, Scott Chupp, Tucson, Ariz., and Ryan Chupp, Jasper; a

He was born Feb. 9, 1958. In August 1977, he married Beverly Fisher, who preceded him in death in May 2001. He then married Lisa Moyer, who survives.

Also surviving are his parents, Joyce and Mable Culp, Fort Myers, Fla.; his children, Bradley Culp, Sarah Culp, Matt, Justin, Emily, Daniel and Allison Moyer; and siblings, Bruce Culp, Cicero, and Betty Love, North Fort Myers, Fla.

Services were held May 5 at Nappanee Missionary Church Worship Center. Burial was in Olive Cemetery, Elkhart. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Judy A. Eash

Judy A. Eash, 78, Bristol, died at 11:25 p.m. May 1, 2023.

She was born Sept. 24, 1944. On April 6, 1977, she married LaVon Eash; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Shawn Miller, Syracuse, and Brendon Eash, Goshen; stepchildren, Tracy King and Kristan Elias, both of Goshen; 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren with one on the way.

Services were held May 5 at Northside Baptist Church, Elkhart. Burial was in Frame Cemetery. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Dale Fisher

Dale Fisher, 92, Warsaw, died May 5, 2023.

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

Mary K. Folk

Mary K. Folk, 89, Ligonier, died May 1, 2023.

She was born Dec. 18, 1933. On April 19, 1952, she married Carl “Butch” J. Folk Jr. He preceded her in death Feb. 3, 2019.

Surviving are sons, Calvin Folk, Goshen, and Ray Folk, Topeka; daughters, Carla Baily, Ligonier, and Lisa Miller, Syracuse; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; a sister, Linda Chrisman, Kendallville; and son-in-law, Pete Gingerich, Wawaka.

Services were held May 4 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial was in Sparta Cemetery, Kimmell.

Danny R. Harmon

Danny R. Harmon, 68, Marion, formerly of Warsaw, died just after 7 p.m. April 19, 2023.

He was born Aug. 7, 1954.

Surviving are his children, Christopher Harmon, Indianapolis, Jessica Harmon, Columbus, Ohio, Dana Kimchi, Westerville, Ohio, and Jacob Harmon, Shelbyville; his second wife, Regina Ousley; stepsons, Randy Ousley, Bourbon, and Ryan Ousley, Warsaw; and eight grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 12, at Oakwood Cemetery, 421 N. Maple Ave., Warsaw. Those wishing to attend may join the line-up just inside the cemetery gates beginning at 1:45 p.m. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Patricia Harris

Janet Haskins

Janet (Fields) Haskins, 62, Ligonier, died at 2:18 a.m. April 27, 2023.

She was born July 31, 1960. She married John Haskins, who preceded her in death in September 1999.

Surviving are brothers, Jack Fields, Goshen, and Damon Fields, Cromwell; a sister, Mary Love, Louisville, Ky.; and many nieces and nephews.

Services were held April 30 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen.

Andrew J. Holickes

Andrew “Dusty” J. Holickes, 77, Wakarusa, died April 28, 2023.

He was born June 23, 1945. On July 31, 1971, he married Monetta Troxel; she survives.

He is also survived by a sister-inlaw, Melissa Troxel, Elkhart; a nephew; and beloved pets, Poppy, Bailey and Roxella.

Visitation was held May 3 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa. Burial will be at a later date.

Lauretta Jean Hoover

Lauretta Jean (Ramer) Hoover, 80, Goshen, died at 9:23 a.m. April 27, 2023.

She was born Oct. 23, 1942. On June 10, 1962, she married Clarence Hoover; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Diana Wenger, Goshen, Lila Graber, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada, Linda Herschberger, Brooklyn, N.Y., Beth Lechlitner, Middlebury, Andrea Martin, Nappanee, and Laurie Hoover, Ephrata, Pa.; 22 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; siblings, Ivan Ramer, Red Lake, Ontario, Canada, Keith Ramer, Nappanee, Judy Martin, Richland Center, Wis., Charlotte Martin, Bristol, and Charles Ramer, New Paris; and sister-in-law, Berdine Shirk, New Paris.

Services were held May 5 at Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church, Goshen. Burial was in Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Cemetery. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Bryan Todd Hughes

Bryan Todd Hughes, 60, Pierceton, died April 28, 2023.

He was born April 3, 1963. On Sept. 19, 1992, he married Robin A. Frantz; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Tanner Hughes, North Manchester; daughter, Emily Hughes, Fishers; his mother and stepfather, Jeannine and Dale Phillips, Warsaw; brother, Gregory Hughes, Warsaw; and stepbrothers, Terry Phillips, Lititz, Pa., Larry Phillips, Garry Phillips and Jerry Phillips, all of Warsaw, and Joe Phillips, Mentone.

Services were held May 6 at First United Methodist Church, Warsaw. Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Johnny Isaac

Johnny Isaac, 62, Warsaw, died May 4, 2023.

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

Dorothy Jean Johnson

She was born April 6, 1930. She married Harold Francis Cripe, who preceded her in death in 1978. She then married Chester Lett, who also preceded her in death.

Surviving are sons, Michael Cripe, Rochester, and Richard Cripe, Maple Valley, Wash.; a granddaughter; three stepgrandchildren; a sister-nlaw, Betty Jean Landes Skiles, Mulberry; several nieces and nephews; and canine companion, Ace, a chug. Per Bonnie’s request, private family services will be held. Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.

Crionna Rose Martin

Crionna Rose “Crinky” Martin, 53, Fort Wayne, formerly of Warsaw, died at 12:20 a.m. April 28, 2023.

She was born Oct. 30, 1969.

She is survived by a sister, Merry Sue Adams, South Whitley; brother, John G. Martin Jr., Michigan; and a niece and nephew.

A memorial gathering was held May 7 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Ralph E. Mast

Ralph E. Mast, 63, New Paris, died April 28, 2023.

He was born Aug. 19, 1959.

Surviving are his children, Christopher Mast, Sarah Scott and Ryan Mast, all of New Paris; five grandchildren; and a brother, Edward Mast Jr., Georgia.

Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, is assisting the family with private arrangements.

Peter Blaine McFarland

Peter Blaine McFarland, 56, South Bend, died April 28, 2023. Palmer Funeral Home Hickey Chapel, South Bend, is in charge of arrangements.

Nannette P. Mikuly

Nannette P. Mikuly, 60, North Webster, died April 25, 2023.

She was born Dec. 18, 1962.

Surviving are sisters, Roxanne Mikuly and Tina Summar; brother, Dennis Mikuly; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews; and her close friend.

Services were held May 1 at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Warsaw.

Beverly A. Moody

Beverly A. Moody, 85, Warsaw, died April 29, 2023.

She was born June 26, 1937.

Surviving are daughters, Cheryl Blair, Atwood, and Ruby Schoettmer, Warsaw; son, Steve Moody, Etna Green; a sister, Sharon McNees, Joelton, Tenn.; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a greatgreat-grandchild.

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COUNTY OF KOSCIUSKO SS: IN THE KOSCIUSKO CIRCUIT/ SUPERIOR COURT CAUSE NUMBER: 43D01-2304-EU-000062

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JUDITH A. CAIN, Deceased

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION

daughter, Erica Sheets, Markle; 13 grandchildren; and siblings, Edna Brenneman, Kalona, Iowa, Edwin Chupp and Dorothy Reed, both of New Paris, Ruby Duvall, Middlebury, Carolyn Crowel, Edwardsburg, Mich., and Donald Chupp, South Bend.

Burial of cremated remains will be held at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, June 4, at Brown Cemetery, Millersburg, followed by a celebration of life at Cook Station Park, Millersburg. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, is in charge of arrangements.

Bryan J. Culp

Bryan J. Culp, 65, Wakarusa, died at 2:31 a.m. April 29, 2023.

Patricia “JoAn” Harris, 95, Warsaw, died April 29, 2023. She was born Nov. 11, 1927. On Jan. 1, 1947, she married Joe Lyle Harris. He preceded her in death Oct. 2, 2022.

Surviving are her children, Vicky Shumowsky, Culver, Bonnie L. Eibe, Port Charlotte, Fla., Mike Harris, Warsaw, John Harris, Kansas City, Mo., and Jim Harris, Warsaw; 13 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.

Services were held May 8 at First United Methodist Church, Warsaw. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Dorothy Jean “Jeannie” Johnson, 87, North Manchester, died April 29, 2023.

She was born March 23, 1936.

Surviving are brothers, Lawrence “Larry” Howard, North Manchester, and Edward Howard, Urbana; sister, Lula Owens-Music, North Manchester; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; several nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Deanna Howard, Greentown.

Services were held May 5 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Servia.

Bonnie Lett

Bonnie Lett, 93, Rochester, died at 8:16 a.m. May 3, 2023.

Notice is hereby given that Johnny Lee Grimmett is, on the 28th day of April, 2023 appointed personal representative of the estate of Judith A. Cain, deceased, who died on the 12th day of March, 2023.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the Office of the clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.

Clerk, Kosciusko Circuit/Superior Court

Antony Garza (#19798-43)

Attorney for Defendant 208 W. Ft. Wayne Street Warsaw, Indiana 46580

Telephone: (574) 268-2721 Attorney for Estate

Services were held May 4 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.

Bruce A. Nethercutt

Assistant Fire Chief Bruce A. Nethercutt, 53, Goshen, died May 2, 2023.

He was born Oct. 8, 1969. On Oct. 17, 1998, he married Deborah Potter; she survives.

Also surviving are his mother, Kay (Holdread) Nethercutt; his children, Brendon Dubberly, Fort Wayne, Jenna Nethercutt, Indianapolis, and Sydney Nethercutt, at home; twin grandchildren on the way; and a brother, Wayne Nethercutt, Warsaw.

Services were held May 8 at River Oaks Community Church. Cremation followed and burial will be at a later date in Pleasant View Cemetery. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Julia Orenchick

Julia Orenchick, 76, Millersburg, died May 5, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services-Owen Chapel of Syracuse.

Joanne K. Rife

Joanne K. Rife, 81, Warsaw, died April 29, 2023.

She was born Feb. 3, 1942. She married Dan Rife; they divorced in 1980.

She is survived by a sister, Donna Garber; stepdaughters, Angie Reed and Jody Yeazl; and three nephews. Graveside services were held May 5 at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Timothy Schoettmer

Timothy Schoettmer, 63, Warsaw, died April 28, 2023.

He was born Jan. 20, 1960. On April 20, 1992, he married Ruby Moody; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Ashley Moody, Brittany Barber and Chelsy Barber, all of Warsaw; brothers, Terry Schoettmer, Claypool, and Todd Schoettmer, Akron; nine grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

All services will be private.

McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Patricia Sherman

Patricia Sherman, 66, New Paris, died April 27, 2023.

She was born Sept. 1, 1956. On Oct. 7, 1977, she married Harry C. Sherman. He preceded her in death July 28, 2022.

She is survived by a son, Luke Sherman, New Paris; and two grandchildren.

A memorial service was held May 1 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen.

Rosalee J. Spear

Rosalee J. Spear, 92, Warsaw, died April 29, 2023.

She was born June 19, 1930.

She is survived by a daughter, Julie, Culver; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Private family services will be held at a later date. McHattonSadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Michael J. Sumpter

Michael J. Sumpter, 75, Warsaw, died at 7:10 p.m. April 28, 2023.

He was born May 22, 1947. On May 6, 1966, he married Linda Baker; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Scott Sumpter, Wabash, and Stacey Heeter, Winona Lake; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Services were held May 2 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial was in Falls Cemetery, Wabash.

Irene Thomas

Irene Thomas, 75, Wakarusa, died April 29, 2023.

She was born July 3, 1947.

Surviving are her children, Larion Beachy, Knoxville, Tenn., Lucinda Beachy, Tucson, Ariz., Lynnford Beachy, Kansas, Okla., Lloyd Beachy, Nappanee, and Lelan Beachy, Moore Haven, Fla.; 18 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a son-inlaw, Steve Sutton, Hanover, Ohio; a brother, Lawrence Stutzman, Goshen; and a brother-in-law, Ivan Schrock, Goshen.

Services were held May 4 at Berea Christian Fellowship. Cremation took place after the service. Yoder-

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:

Warsaw Health System LLC d/b/a

Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Rose Brown, $4,357.73; v. Christina Chavez, $1,249.97; v. Robin Cook, $2,736 Jorge Medina, $1,249.97; v. Martin Sellers, $3,271.17; v. Dennis Stevens, $1,184.31; v. Tara Warner, $2,506.37 Edward J. Yuker v. Darik C. Wei-

rick, $5,000

Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Rosemary A. Tordi

Rosemary A. Tordi, 90, Warsaw, died May 3, 2023.

She was born Sept. 18, 1932. On Jan. 19, 1952, he married Renato “Ray” Tordi; he survives. She is also survived by a daughter, Linda Nycz; sons, David Tordi and Gary Tordi; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Sylvia Tordi; and brother-in-law, Tony Moscioni.

No public services will be held. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery, Sandusky, Ohio. Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth O. Truman

Kenneth O. Truman, 92, Winona Lake, died April 28, 2023.

He was born Nov. 2, 1930. On Dec. 21, 1952, he married Sally Aker; she survives.

Also surviving are sons, Mitchell B. Truman, Leesburg, and Tracy J. Truman, North Webster; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

All services are private. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Joyce Darlene Walther

Joyce Darlene Walther, 78, died April 27, 2023.

She was born June 27, 1944. On Oct. 25, 1964, she married Don Walther; he survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Vicki Keller, North Manchester, and Rhonda Nettrouer, South Whitley; sons, Doug Walther and Darrin Walther, Claypool; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and siblings, Buster Brown, Dennis Brown, Laura Laux, Brenda Smith and Janet Howard.

A life celebration will be held from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, June 3, at Eel River Community Church of the Brethren, 2507 SR 14, Silver Lake. Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Gregory Watkins

Gregory Watkins, 69, Warsaw, died May 3, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home & Crema-

tion Services of Warsaw.

Nancy R. Widener

Nancy R. Widener, 72, Plymouth, died April 28, 2023.

She was born March 23, 1951. She married Francis Widener Sr., who survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Mendy Dendy, Diana Fear, Bremen, Chandra Widener, Plymouth, and Bethany Chase, Bourbon; son, Francis Paul Widener Jr., Mooresville; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Theresa McGhee, New Jersey.

Services were held May 4 at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen. Per Nancy’s request, cremation followed.

Tyson W. Williams

Tyson W. “T-Bone” Williams, 49, Warsaw, died May 3, 2023.

He was born June 18, 1973. On July 1, 2000, he married Lisa Long; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Kyle and Kendra Williams; brother, Donald Williams; sister, Kathy Kincaid; mother, Shirley Williams; two nieces; and one nephew.

Visitation was held May 6 at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of North Webster.

Becky Wilson

Becky Wilson, 82, Muncie, formerly of Leesburg, died April 28, 2023.

B IRTHS

Brenda Rose Schmucker Merle and Marie (Miller) Schmucker, Leesburg, are the parents of a daughter, Brenda Rose, born at 2:30 p.m. April 30, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 7 pounds, 10.5 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.

Trenton Michael Slabaugh

Virgil and Regina (Chupp) Slabaugh, Warsaw, are the parents of a son, Trenton Michael, born at 10:36 a.m. May 1, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 21 inches long.

Mason Patrick Fry

Dennis and Ramah (Beachy) Fry, Middlebury, are the parents of a son,

Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Lora Mae Yoder

Lora Mae Yoder, 71, Nappanee, died at 2 a.m. April 29, 2023.

She was born Nov. 27, 1951.

Surviving are sisters, Etta Fern Bontrager, Topeka, Eva Miller and Sue Miller, both of Nappanee; brothers, Lyle D. Yoder, Nappanee, and Dr. Harley W. Yoder, Elkhart; and 13 nieces and nephews.

Services were held May 2 at the Merlin Miller residence in Nappanee. Burial was in Graber Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Thomas Allen Yoder

Thomas Allen Yoder, 83, Lake Wawasee, died April 27, 2023.

He was born Feb. 21, 1940. On July 30, 1960, he married Nancy Freed; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Kirby Yoder, Kim Phillips, Katrina Pobanz and Emily Yoder; six grandchildren; and siblings, Gary Yoder, Kent Yoder and Nancy McClain. Services were held May 2 at YoderCulp Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial followed at Forest Grove Cemetery, Middlebury.

Mason Patrick, born at 12:27 p.m. May 4, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 11 pounds, 4.5 ounces, and was 23 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are David and Lorene Beachy, Goshen. Paternal grandparents are Danny and Darlene Fry, Goshen.

Mason joins a sibling, Raelynn Joy. Camilla Ivy Helmuth

Andrew and Audrey (Yoder) Helmuth are the parents of a daughter, Camilla Ivy, born at 3:48 p.m. May 4, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20 inches long. Camilla joins a sibling, Asher.

Snow and Sauerteig LLP v. Timothy Callahan, $1,333.86; v. Kimberly Criswell, $2,550.96; v. Ashley DeLawder, $6,183.78; v. Michele Kuhn, $10,000; v. Chelsi McKinney, $1,472.68; v. Jody D. Menzie, $8,680.72; v. Jamie Nichter, $6,156.02; v. Chante Prater, $10,000; v. Jordyn A. Shepherd, $1,672.56; v. Roderick A. Sizemore, $1,778.93; v. Jeremy Thomas, $9,031.29; v. Ryan Wagoner, $893.91

Client Services KL v. Katherine A. Riley, $813.81 SAC Finance Inc. v. Eduardo A. Duenas Duron, $7,053.30; v. Anthony F. Wagoner II, $9,625.87

Real America Management LLC Managing v. Jesse W. Ferguson, $2,431.83

Vanderpool Law Firm PC v. Karen Holm, $980

Money Matters Professional Collections LLC v. Jason N. Hughes, $458.74

Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Eva C. Jackson, $9,184.10 Kendrya Miller v. Robert Braxton King, $1,750

Civil Collections

Kosciusko County

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

LVNV Funding LLC v. Rene Adame, $1,542.52; v. Shevonie Clair, $736.16

Sterling Jewelers Inc. d/b/a Kay

Jewelers v. Erin Anson, $792.26

Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Teresa Belcher, $1,366.59; v. Ember Bradley, $1,695.06; v. Michelle Dailing, $1,845.12; v. Madonna France, $989.33; v. Cinthia Juarez, $846.27; v. Kelly Neeley, $1,098.34

Credit Service International v. Angela Rodriguez, $2,131.39; v. Ryan Shorter, $2,535.93

One Main Financial Group LLC v. Jordan M. Swain, $11,629.38

Credit Corp. Solutions Inc. v. Steven Rowe, $3,230

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Stacy Leiter, $960.31

Mariner Finance LLC v. Kimberly L. Martin, $4,259.17; v. Shelly R. McGrath, $1,459.01

Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Kama Grubb, $855.93

American Express National Bank v. Angelica M. Castro, $6,748.27

Capital One NA v. Wayne L. Chirstenberry, $5,903.65; v. Jobeth Hattery, $2,490.16

Goldman Sachs Bank USA v. Lisa Hawley, $5,860.22

Domestic Relations

The following domestic relation decision has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: Steven P. Haberman v. Mary Haberman, $5,017

Plenaries

The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court One, Judge Karin McGrath presiding:

Stookey Construction LLC v. Kim A. Cox Trust, $44,990.51

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, a/s/o Johnny Baldridge v. Greg Underwood, $1,334.93

Evictions

The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: HL Housing Rental LLC v. Avin A. Artic, $3,221

Sherri Makinson v. James Allen Berger and Etta Nicole Scott, $3,690; v. Hagen Dominie and Joshua Hensley, $4,165; v. Dawn Herron and Chad Swope, $5,459

Parker Street Apartments v. Jaheim J. Coleman, $1,120

Superior Court III

The following fines for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:

Speeding — Barry S. Frazier, North Manchester, $160.50; Isaac N. Trautmann, Nappanee, $160.50; Dylan

S. Rodewald, Warsaw, $160.50; Ezekiel

A. Hernandez, Milford, $160.50; Ryley A. Judd, Leesburg, $160.50; Erin

K. Franceus, Claypool, $160.50; Kyrie

A. Maierle, Warsaw, $160.50; Jesus

G. Juarez, Warsaw, $160.50; Jaden N. Carpenter, Syracuse, $160.50; Ericka

L. Hodges, Mentone, $160.50

No valid driver’s license — Teresa Monroy, Warsaw, $160.50; Frederick

E. Roper, Warsaw, $160.50

Operating a motor vehicle with

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a false plate — Trenton L. Rowe, Pierceton, $160.50

Failure to obey signs and markings while driving a vehicle — Lashon R. Creightney, Warsaw, $160.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Jamison G. Bolt, Warsaw, $25; Brandon M. Conley, Leesburg, $25

Disregarding stop sign — Lisa G. Hall, Warsaw, $160.50

Disregarding lighted signal — Evan J. McKinley, Leesburg, $160.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt, operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility — Timothy J. McClurg, Warsaw, $250

Driving while suspended — Jack A. Hackworth, Tippecanoe, $185.50

Failure to dim headlights, no valid driver’s license — Samuel Guerra, Warsaw, $185.50

Marriage Licenses

Kosciusko County

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

Mucci-Elsner

Melissa R. Mucci, 22, Winona Lake, and David R. Elsner, 21, Winona Lake

Kester-Whitehead

Stephanie A. Kester, 33, Warsaw, and Michael T. Whitehead, 29, Warsaw

Mata-Tackett

Ricardo Ortiz Mata, 41, Warsaw, and Kourtney B. Tackett, 25, Warsaw

Woomer-Campbell

Matthew A. Woomer, 41, Warsaw,

P UBLIC A UCTIONS

and Adrienne M. Campbell, 30, Warsaw Jordan-Miller

Louis G. Jordan, 66, Syracuse, and Deborah J. Miller, 57, Syracuse

Marriage Dissolutions

Kosciusko County

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior Court: Jackson — Lindsay N. Jackson, Silver Lake, and James Jackson, Claypool. They were married Feb. 4, 2017, and separated Dec. 1, 2022. One minor child.

Dunham — Angela Dunham, Warsaw, and Zachary Dunham, Pierceton. They were married March 1, 2017, and separated April 20, 2023. Three minor children.

Elkhart County

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Elkhart County Superior Court III:

Mantor — Garrett J. Mantor, Elkhart, and Abbie F. Mantor, Nappanee; with children.

Harkenrider — Matthew G. Harkenrider, Goshen, and Beth N. Harkenrider, Winona Lake; no children.

Lakefront

Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, at 10150 Edgewater Drive, Silver Lake. Custom home with attached garage and pole barn on Silver Lake, 1.19 acres, 240 feet of frontage. Online only, bidmetzger.com.

Rick And Paulette Couse Auction

9 a.m. Saturday, May 13, at Claywood Event Center, 1 mile south of Nappanee, on SR 19 to CR 1350N, west 3 miles to County Line Road, north ½ mile to 13924 N. CR 1100W (Nappanee). LC Auctions and Real

Estate LLC, Larry Chupp, Jason Helmuth and Maynard Hochstetler Auctioneers. Rocky Hartzell Estate Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, May 13, at 9426

W. CR 700N, Etna Green. Twelveplus acres on one tract includes project home, woods and pond. Personal property auction to follow; includes jeep, truck, ATVs, tractor, Harley motorcycle, ZTR mower and tools. metzgerauction.com, (260) 982-0238.

Fehr Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Friday, May 19, Silver

Lake. Property located 10 miles south of Warsaw on SR 15 to Dixie Drive, then west 500 feet. Twenty acres includes 211 feet of lake access, pond and grove of trees. Tori S. Fehr, owner. hahnauctioneers.com, (574) 773-8445.

Farm Consignment Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 3 miles north of South Whitley on SR 5 to CR 200S then west 1 mile to CR 900 then north ½ mile. Contact Chris, (260) 720-4378; or Don, (260) 2291554 to consign your farm-related items. kingauctionservice@gmail. com.

Mobile food distributions for May 15-19

Food Bank of Northern Indiana food distributions will be held in Kosciusko and Marshall counties from noon to 2 p.m. Monday, May 15, at the Plymouth Parks, Plymouth Pools parking lot, 1660 N. Michigan St., Plymouth.

A second food distribution will be held from 10 a.m. to noon

Wednesday, May 17, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St., Warsaw. Both food distribution events are USDA distributions and will serve 200 households in each county.

Assorted food items are offered free of charge. All items are pre-boxed and pre-bagged, and

are first-come, first-served while supplies last for those in need of food assistance, with a limit of one box/bag per household.

Distributions are drive-thru. Attendees are to remain in their vehicles and open their trunks to receive items. An area will be available for self-loading if the trunk of a vehicle does not open.

Kosciukso County Homemakers hosting Nelson’s Port-a-Pit May 12

The Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers will be selling Nelson’s Port-a-Pit Chicken from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or until sold out Friday, May 12 at JB Furniture, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw.

Walk-up Port-a-Pit chicken tickets are $10 each, which gets customers half a chicken. Pit-Tatoes are $5.

Proceeds from the event will be utilized to fund three scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each. Two $ 1,000 scholarships will be

awarded to a college or university student, including those seeking a two-year associate’s degree.

One $1,000 scholarship will be

awarded to a student seeking a career and technical certificate/ license.

Help the Extension Homemak-

ers fund these scholarship by supporting its Nelson Port-a-Pit Chicken Fundraiser May 12 at JB Furniture.

DAVIS PUBLIC AUCTION

21 GUNS - 24 GUN SAFES - AMMO TO

Mod. 94 30-30 (Ser # 2722364); Winchester Mod. 12 12 ga. pump; Winchester Mod. 12 20 ga. pump; Henry H001L Blk. Finish 22 cal. lever action (new in box); Henry Golden Boy 17 cal. lever action (new in box). Browning Mod. 12 28 ga. pump (rib-mod. choke); Mossberg Mod. 88 12 ga. pump; Pride of Spain 20 ga. double barrel; Savage 22 mag. 22 cal. over/under; Savage Mod. 6870 H 12 ga. w/rib: Remington Nylon 22 cal. semi auto w/2 clips; Black powder muzzle loader (wall hanger); Winchester Daisy 1894 BB gun; 12, 20, 22, & 410 ammo.; Stack on Total Defense 27” deep, 35” wide 24 gun safe.

JD COMPACT TRACTOR - B.H. 6’ TILLER - 14’X7’ VAN TRAILER

16’X6’ OPEN TOP TRAILER - H.D. CYCLE - (12) J.D. BICYCLES

TO SELL AT 12:00 NOON

1990 JD 1070 Compact 4WD tractor, Yanmar D. 39 H.P. engine, 9/3 Hi-Low gear drive trans., Cat 1-3 pt. hitch, 13x26 AG rubber (like new), 8x16 front rubber, w/JD 440 loader w/6’ bucket (tach cable needs replaced – approx. 3000 hrs.); Bush Hog RTN 72 3 pt. 6’ tiller; 2015 Discovery 14’x7’x6’ cargo van 15” tandem 7000# axle trailer w/vnose, ramp rear door, walk in side door; 1992 16’x6’ open top trailer w/iron railing, tandem axle w/ ramp, ball hitch; 2000 Harley Davidson Motorcycle FX DWG (Dyna-Glide), 1450 engine, new rubber, red color in very good cont. w/26,800 miles; (4) JD 20” Banana seat bikes (3 girls’ – 1 boys’); (4) JD 26” green bikes (3 boys’ – 1 girls’); (4) JD 26” blue bikes (3 boys’ – 1 girls’); (1) Monarch 26” girls’ bike; Schwinn 18 spd. boys’ bike.

LAWN - GARDEN - SHOP - MISCELLANEOUS

Troy-Bilt 2500 psi power washer; Troy-Bilt edger; new lawn thatcher; 3’x2’ yard roller; Craftsman snow blower; B&D edger; (2) 2-wheel carts; lawn spreader; 4’ Lx 2’ W push cart; wood 2-wheel cart; (2) 2-wheel metal carts; Mag/ Mate magnet; Echo weed eater; 20 gal sprayer w/boom; (2) leaf blowers; several tarps; (8) 5 gal buckets; 5 gal gas cans; (15) poly tables; (10) wood tables; trailer mover; misc. lumber; golf clubs & balls; (4) 20# L.P. tanks; metal shelving; school locker; Acetylene torch w/full tanks & cart; Delta drill press; Delta 10” table saw; Craftsman 5.5 H.P. shop vac; fiberglass step ladder; (8) 4-wheel trollies; Napa charger; parts cleaner; Craftsman grinder; Craftsman tap & die set (nice); Hay Budden 230/240# 17” base w/19” cone anvil; (2) new 20” carbide blades & 16” used; Ridge Reamer; 1/2“ Milwaukee E. drill; Mac dble. stack tool cabinet w/rollers; Stihl 210 chain saw (nice); hitches; tool boxes; JD roll bar; 55 gal. barrel of 15/40 JD diesel oil; very good assort. of name brand hand & power tools.

HOUSEHOLD - ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

30”x21” secretary desk w/chair; half rocker w/stool; 7 pc. Heirloom cook ware; shot glasses; crock; cassettes; Crosley Stack-O-Matic record player; (3) Coke puzzle signs; (8) glass top display cases (5 – 2’x3’, 1 – 2’x2’, 1 – 2 ½’ x 3’, 1 – 2 ½’ x 2 ½’); Winchester & Keen Cutter meat grinders; Winchester flash lite; (8) Farmer pocket ledgers; Navajo 2’x10’ sign; Nascar cars & hats; several books including 1993 - 2010 Nascar, Nancy Drew, Train, Trump, True Murder Ind., O.J. Simpson; (2) baby buggies; child’s rocker; large baby doll; approx. 100 yard sticks; buck saw; (2) buzz saw blades; (3) Sunoco 5 gal. gas cans; COLLECTIBLES: (9) power tools including Craftsman, B & D, Fairchild, M/W Grinder Jr., & Cummins; Plus several older antique tools including Powr-Kraft, West Germany, Montgomery Ward (Ward Master).

AUCTION NOTE: Sale order – Guns at 10 A.M. followed by Household, Antiques, & Collectibles, then Lawn, Garden, Shop, with the High-lited items to sell at 12 noon. This is a Live Auction Only. Doors open at 8:30 A.M. Very good high quality auction w/some rare items. Go to our Web Site for pictures ballrealtygroup.com.

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Auction Sales A010

Garage Sales A070

MAY 12, 9-5; MAY 13, 9-2. Books, plus size clothes, other clothes. Fenton dishes. Golf clubs and bag. Golf club tote cart. Computer chair w/arms. Portable computer desk. Tools. Lawn chairs. Misc. 908 S. Lake St., Warsaw.

MAY 11 & 12, 8am-4pm. Dishes, pink depression glassware, Longaberger baskets/dishes, Thirty-One bags, Serger w/spools, table/4 chairs w/matching hutch, Ty babies, toys, games, clothes, lots more. 72417 Michael Lane, Milford.

Miscellaneous A085

Become a published author. We want to read your book! Dorrance Publishing trusted since 1920. Consultation, production, promotion & distribution. Call for free author’s guide 1-877-729-4998 or visit dorranceinfo.com/ads

BUSINESS

Construction C100

YARD SALE, May 13-14, 9-? Lots to choose from. Come see! 2525 Parent Drive, Warsaw.

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

Construction C100

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.

Hauling C160

CLEAN UP AND TRASH REMOVAL

Willis Trash Removal. Residential, commercial and industrial. Bobcat, dumpsters and burn barrels available also. (574) 293-2937

Siding C360

Wicker Repair C420

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

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

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Lawn & Garden C220

NOW TAKING FREE ESTIMATES for landscaping. Call A+ Yard Services/Joel @ 574-551-3202.

TV Satellite C400

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

BACKHOE SERVICES, small demolition, tree stump removal, trenches, tile repair, etc. Joe Mast 260-350-8078.

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

Diagnosed with lung cancer? You may qualify for a substantial cash awardeven with smoking history. No obligation! We’ve recovered millions. Let us help!! Call 24/7, 1-877-648-2503

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

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BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable pricesNo 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

Free high speed internet if qualified. Govt. pgm for recipients of select pgms incl. Medicaid, SNAP, Housing Assistance, WIC, Veterans Pension, Survivor Benefits, Lifeline, Tribal. 15 GB internet. Android tablet free w/one-time $20 copay. Free shipping. Call Maxsip Telecom! 1-833-758-3892

TRANSFER FILM Or Old VHS To DVD anteed

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Skilled Employment E070

SENIOR QUALITY ENGINEER I

Biomet Manufacturing, Corp: (Warsaw, IN): Responsible for gathering relevant, factual information and data in order to solve quality related problems. Resolve issues by identifying and applying solutions from acquired technical experience and guided precedents. Requires a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Engineering or related field and 3 years of experience in a Quality or Manufacturing Engineering role or related position. Apply via website: http://www.zimmer.com/careers.html. No calls.

Reference Job #: AMER27920

SENIOR QUALITY ENGINEER II

Zimmer, Inc. (Warsaw, IN): Will be responsible for gathering relevant, factual information and data in order to solve quality related problems. Will resolve issues by identifying and applying solutions from acquired technical experience and guided precedents. Will plan and lead projects by identifying and organizing activities into time dependent sequencing with realistic timelines. Requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Biomedical or Pharmaceutical Science) or related field. Must have 5 years of experience in a Quality Engineering role or related position. Apply via website: http://www.zimmer.com/careers.html. No calls.

Reference Job #: AMER27907

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.

Health Aids P140

Attention oxygen therapy users! Inogen One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery. Only 2.8 pounds. Free info kit. Call 877-929-9587

Health/Fitness P150

VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! 50

Generic Pills SPECIAL $99.00. 100% guaranteed. 24/7 CALL NOW!

888-445-5928 Hablamos Español

Misc. Merchandise P200

!!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! GIBSON, FENDER, MARTIN, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. TOP DOLLAR PAID. CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-433-8277

Prepare for power outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator $0

Down + Low Monthly Pmt Request a free Quote. Call before the next power outage: 1-855-948-6176

Safe Step. North America’s #1 Walk-in tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our free shower package & $1600 off - limited time! Financing available. 1-855-417-1306

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

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

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

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

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

Extension offering educational program on cooking small

Many of us live alone or in a smaller household. This can make finding the motivation to cook for yourself difficult, especially after a long day at work. Coming up with meal ideas and finding recipes can be chores in themselves, so learn how to master a few basic cooking skills, stock up on essential ingredients and get creative in making meals that work specifically for you.

Attend a free educational program presented by Emily Christ,

Time Share S095

Wesley Financial Group, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 833-308-1971

Purdue University Extension educator in Health & Human Sciences in Elkhart County. The program is being offered at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 23, at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County office.

If you would like to attend the program, pre-register by calling

Misc. Auto W100

Donate Your Car to Veterans Today! Help and Support our Veterans. FastFREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398

Jenn at (574) 533-0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

This program and all programs of the Purdue University Extension Service are open to everyone. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, call Emily at (574) 533-0554 by May 16.

WANTED

Part-Time News Reporter

This is a part-time position helping cover the city of Rochester and Fulton County activities including feature stories, social events and community meetings. The Shopping Guide News enjoys the largest circulation and readership in Fulton County and needs you to continue our growth as a free community newspaper.

• Awareness of the community

• Computer skills, preferably Mac

• Internet and social media knowledge

• Photo/camera knowledge important

• Education in Journalism, writing and communication or on-the-job experience a prerequisite

• Part-time position with appropriate benefits

• Position based in Rochester

Attention: Deb Patterson

E-Mail: dpatterson@the-papers.com 617 Main Street, Rochester, IN 46975

• General assignment reporting, feature writing, meeting coverage.

• Computer and camera knowledge important.

• Education in journalism, writing or communications or on-the-job experience a prerequisite.

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

• Position is based in Milford.

Attention: Deb Patterson

E-mail: dpatterson@the-papers.com P.O. Box 188, Milford, IN 46542

We celebrate our Parkview co-workers.

Whether serving patients with medical expertise, volunteering in our region to promote healthier communities, or keeping our health system thriving from the inside out — Parkview co-workers make a difference every day. No matter what role you play, you are an important and valued member of our team. Thank you for energizing our health system and inspiring our community.

Happy National Hospital Week.

Rick Henvey Chief Executive Officer Parkview Health