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Tom Roy/UPI Park —

The 2023 baseball season for the Grace College team has come to a close, but for the program, the work has just begun.

Almost immediately after the final out of the season, demolition work at Miller Athletic Complex began, with plans to usher in a new chapter of Lancer baseball.

One of the oldest collegiate baseball programs in the state, Grace teams have been playing on the same field for more than 50 seasons. While the 2024 team will be playing on the same basic footprint, there will be numerous changes on what will be known as Tom Roy/UPI Park.

A former professional baseball player, Roy has spent his life using the game as a platform for spreading the Gospel around the world.

A graduate of Grace, he’s been a part of Lancer baseball since the early 1970s, including as

head coach from 1980-83, and most recently as a special assistant and team chaplain.

An author of several books, Roy spent many years as a professional scout and has taught and coached in more than 65 countries through Unlimited Potential Inc., an organization he founded many years ago.

A few years ago, then-Grace President Dr. Bill Katip proposed the idea of naming the school’s baseball field after him, to which Roy was hesitant. Soon after, Katip revisited the subject, suggesting the venue be called UPI Field after Roy’s international ministry.

Roy, Katip and others formed the BAT Committee, an acronym for the “Baseball Advancement Team.” After Katip stepped down due to health issues, his successor, Dr. Drew Flamm, was eager to continue the project, re-branding it Tom Roy/UPI Park.

“I’m totally humbled and honored that they’d do that,” said Roy. “I was there when we built the current field in 1972. Chet Kammerer was the head coach, I was the pitching coach. Chet had this great idea and went into a chapel service and said, ‘Chapel on Friday is going to be a rock festival.’

“The entire student body came out to the farm field and used buckets to pick up rocks. So from that very beginning, I was

involved with the field, so it has some sentimental value to me. We were just happy because we had been playing in the center of campus with snow fencing and a (makeshift) backstop. We didn’t have dugouts. Now we were at a facility that has a real infield, fence and dugouts. We thought we were living the dream.”

Today, Roy says the playing surface is “looking really good, but the rest of it needs a little lipstick.” The footprint will remain the same. As part of phase one, the dugouts, press box and seating areas will be moved 20 feet closer to the playing field. There will be new protection screens as well as a 3-foot cement riser from dugout to dugout, elevating the bleachers.

“Phase two, then, is building the actual stadium,” said Roy. “It will be small, much like softball has. We hope to have individual seating wrapped around the field.

“The third phase is adding a press box with a VIP lounge and a room for discipleship.”

The current blueprint includes a room for meetings and team activities. Roy said the players are now dressing in their dorms, so he hopes a locker room can be included as well.

“There’s no meeting space to build camaraderie,” he said. “Our dream is not just a baseball field, but a ministry experience, even for the fans.”

Roy also hopes there will be two additional phases in the future, which would include adding artificial turf and lights.

Funding is still needed for the first three phases. Roy estimates the price tag at just under $1 million, with another million for turf and lights if that ever became a possibility. While it will be called Tom Roy/UPI Park, a corporate sponsor could add its name to the field itself.

“If there’s anyone out there who wants to donate, every little bit helps,” Roy said. “My prayer is that we will have enough for all three phases, to at least frame in the press box and make it

functional if not beautiful.” For more information, search for Tom Roy/ UPI Park on Facebook, or contact the school’s athletic department.

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Briscoe is called to serve

Grace College Director of Athletics Chad Briscoe is called to serve. Briscoe is in his 14th year at the position. He recently took a moment to discuss his role.

Briscoe said, “We all want to be in a place where we fit the mission. We want to shape and change lives for Jesus Christ. The mission fits for living this out in the area of athletics.”

When Briscoe was hired nearly 15 years ago, Dr. Ron Manahan was the president and Dr. Bill Katip was the provost. Briscoe said you could have put anybody in his seat because of the tremendous support of the administration. Briscoe also mentioned current president Dr. Drew Flamm as being very supportive of the athletic programs.

There were only four fulltime coaches at that time. The school decided to start investing more money into their athletic programs. They had a burning desire to use athletics as a mission to impact lives for Jesus Christ. Briscoe said they didn’t really change how they were doing things before, but started doing things on a larger scale.

“My big role is hiring the right people for what God wants them to do. The success we’ve had is due to the coaches who lead in a God-honoring way. I just try to direct and support them to the best of my ability.”

He talked about how the school and athletic department

have stayed true to the process in the development of their programs. Before his tenure, there were some teams knocking on the door of winning a championship.

“By doing things the right way, winning is just a byproduct of the culture that we’ve built,” said Briscoe. He talked about how much fun he’s had watching that process unfold. “It’s just fun to watch the years of hard work come to fruition,” he said.

Briscoe made it clear that regardless of Grace’s success on the field, the winning and success is a platform to live out the mission of sharing Christ through athletics. He said,“We want Christ to be the focal point of all we do.”

Briscoe said he could talk for hours about all the different coaches at Grace and the amazing impact they’ve had on the lives of student athletes. He did not want to leave anyone out of the conversation and is very thankful for every coach who has contributed to the school’s mission. Each coach has played a huge role in serving and developing student athletes and preparing them for a servantcentered life.

Women’s head golf coach Denny Duncan is a Grace alum and former men’s golfer at Grace. He came to Briscoe in 2014 with the idea of starting a women’s golf program. Five years later, in 2019, the women won a national championship.

Briscoe said, “It was really fitting that Duncan had the idea to create the program and it was great seeing him lead the team to a national championship.”

Grace had a men’s track program for many years. The team previously used the track at different local schools to conduct their practices. The school invested in a new track about six or seven years ago.

“Head men’s track coach Jeff Raymond did a great job. In his last year as coach, the men’s track team won the national championship. Now we’ve won back-to-back national championships. Michael Moffitt took over and coached them to the championship last year,” said Briscoe.

The Grace women’s basketball team went to the national tourney for the first time last year and set the record for most wins in program history with 24 wins. The men’s basketball team lost in the Elite Eight of the tournament and finished with a final record of 31-4.

Aside from all their success on the field of play, Briscoe kept going back to what it means to serve others.

He said,“ The one thing that always is important for me is the servant leadership piece — developing young men and women to serve the community, campus, etc. Our job is to prepare them for life. We want our student athletes to see us serve and prepare them to serve in life. The spiritual component is at the forefront at what we do.”

He referenced Matthew 20:28, “Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Briscoe closed by saying, “I mean, let’s face it, the world will

tell you to focus on yourself. This is a lifelong process for all of us. What is the focus? It’s hopefully changing lives and preparing them to go out into society and make it better. To serve other people.”

Holder honored at The Citadel’s awards convocation

One of the first major events during the commencement season at The Citadel is the annual awards convocation for the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. The awards are presented to cadets and active duty students in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments.

This year’s convocation took place Thursday, May 4, inside the McAlister Field House. The 2023 award recipients include:

Col. Floyd W. Brown Jr. Memorial Award — Presented annually to a senior cadet who has contributed to the success of cadet life and best exhibits the highest degree of customs and courtesies of a cadet, citizen and soldier. Elijah Holder of Warsaw received this award.

Magley has The Owls Nest clappin’ and snappin’ at KYLA banquet

The Owl’s Nest was filled with clapping, snapping fingers and chanting “K-Y-L-A” Wednesday evening, May 3, during the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy graduation banquet.

The celebration was led by Evelyn Magley, the first woman to own a professional men’s basketball league and CEO of The Basketball League, with the help of four KYLA volunteers.

Magley was the keynote speaker for the 30th KYLA graduating class.

Her message was one of leadership and encouraging the students to know who they are.

“I look around this room and I see the future. I see the future of the nation, for the world. I see greatness and potential,” said Magley. “I see hope.” She acknowledged those who took the time to invest in the children.

She asked, “How many will make it being a leader?” She addressed the parents, stating, “Your children are being judged every day as if they are a superstar through social media.” Then to the students she stated, “To be a leader you have to know who you are. If you listen to the world, the world will own you.”

Magley stated it goes back to the family and community to help guide young people. “It’s serious business.”

“The only way you will make it as a leader is to know who you are,” she stressed.

She also asked the students, “What kind of leader do you want to be?” Then to the parents she questioned, “What kind of leader are you? Who are you?”

She singled out one young man in the audience and told him she loved him, he was divinely placed and needed to fulfill that purpose, “there would never be another you,” that he was special and no one could ever take his place.

“Don’t let social media take it away,” she said.

Magley stated parents and the community make an investment in children and have the opportunity to give and invest.

“Stay focused. Don’t let the world kill that which is inside you … stay focused and remember to bring positivity.”

KYLA had 34 students completing the program.

The students worked on seven projects this year. The board picked three projects to be presented at the banquet that showed initiative and teamwork. A slide presentation, along with a verbal presentation, was given by members of those groups. Each group presented their pathways to success, which included how the project was determined, fundraising process, logo creation, time management, organizational skills and leadership. Those chosen were:

• Tree Planing — The Growing Foundation. The group of five found they had nothing in common but environment and trees.

The result was raising $1,050 and planting 50 sapling trees behind the campground at Pike Lake. The trees were purchased for $750 along with $200 for the tree skirts. When the trees were planted they arranged for 10 volunteers to assist accomplishing their goal in two hours.

The funds remaining will be passed on to next year’s group to

continue the foundation to reach other places in the county.

• Care for Cardinal project volunteered at Cardinal Services as a way to give back to the community.

This group learned to put others over themselves. The group had its eyes opened and learned to understand the challenges some people have in finding work.

While only four hours were spent at Cardinal, the group took part in daily activities and interacting with clients. They also taught a first aid class to the clients and used CPR dummies to provide the clients with useful information and practice experience in case of emergency.

• The Toys for Pre-K project focused on collecting toys and books to donate to preschools in the county.

This project was chosen to allow the KYLA participants the opportunity to help make an impact in the younger generations. Donations were sought from local churches, gathered and then delivered to the preschools. Over 500 books and toys were donated and distributed.

Other projects were:

• Destiny Rescue, where students spread awareness and raised funds for the organization that ex-

ists to end child sexual exploitation and slavery.

• Animal Welfare League, with students helping raise funds, collect items and volunteer.

• Combined Community Service, where the group of students volunteered to stock the food pantry and hygiene rooms and organized the room for new clothes.

• Beaman Home, where students helped organize a fundraising luncheon.

KYLA educated students on various areas in Kosciusko County. Topics of meetings included education; social services, including visiting Combined Community Services and helping out in different areas of service for their clients; learning about orthopedics; agriculture; law enforcement; and the judicial system. The group was given a tour of the Justice Building, jail and dispatch center. The last session in April was the presentation of Project Proud.

KYLA is a nonprofit organization that provides an opportunity for high school juniors in Kosciusko County to learn about leadership and become informed about the community they live in. Appli-

cations are being accepted for next year’s class. Current high school sophomores are eligible to apply. The application, as well as addi-

tional information about KYLA, can be found at kosciuskoyouthleadership.org. The application deadline is May 17.

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Good Neighbors

Good Neighbors is a column in which readers share friendly advice. To ask or answer questions, write ‘the PAPER’, Good Neighbors, P.O. Box 188, Milford, IN 46542; fax 800-886-3796; or e-mail abias@the-papers.com. Please no phone calls.

Editor’s Note: The Good Neighbors column is for people looking for hard-to-find or old items or for people seeking advice, not for items you can find in a local store or sell through the help of a classified ad. This column will now run every other week. —o—

Books

Good neighbors: Hundreds of books for free, including gardening, fourth grade to adult mysteries, educational and miscellaneous old books. Pickup in Argos. Call (574) 948-1985.

Female husky

Good neighbors: Looking for a good home for a female husky. She’s AKC registered and excellent with children. She’s a great dog just eating too many of our free range chickens. If interested, call (574) 544-9669.

New questions

Swing set/picnic table — Does anyone have a used swing/slide set and also a picnic table they no longer use or want that is still in good condition? Call (574) 862-1704.

Fertile chicken eggs — Does any good neighbor have a rooster with their hens that would sell me some fertile eggs to hatch? My number is (574) 2766028.

Small hip pockets on jeans — Does any good neighbor know the origin/purpose of the very small hip pockets commonly found on jeans, usually on the right side, halfway inside the regular pocket? Reply through this column. — A reader —o—

T-posts — I would be happy to take down/remove

unwanted/old farm fence in exchange for the T-posts (or other usable posts) for a fencing project. Call or text (574) 328-1407 (New Paris).

WHS yearbooks — Collector looking for Wawasee High School yearbooks for years 1970, 1972, 1973, 1976, 1981 through 1988 and 1991 to the present. Call (574) 834-2934.

Baby food jars — Coin collector looking for baby food jars, all sizes. Call (574) 834-2934.

Rag rugs — Looking for a maker of rag rugs. I can supply the material to the maker however they would like. Call (219) 205-2339 or reply through this column.

Alive Fest in Ohio — Are any church groups going to Alive Fest from this area? We may not be able to go but already purchased tickets. How can we sell them or can they be used for next year? Any ideas, text (574) 304-6375.

Flat window well cover — I’m having trouble finding a replacement for a flat window well cover, but I think a discarded plexiglass sneeze guard would work. Please call and leave a message if you have any at least 14 inches by 32 inches or a bit larger. Call (574) 834-2457.

Flat-bottom jon boat — Does anyone have a flat-bottom jon boat they would like to get rid of? It should be somewhere around 12 feet long. Call (574) 223-6744.

White kitten — I’m looking for a white female kitten that needs a new home. If you have one, please call (574) 544-9669.

Application deadline May 17 for Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy

The application deadline for the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy is Wednesday, May 17. Current sophomores who will be entering their junior years in the fall of 2023 are eligible to apply. Applications can be picked up at high school counselors’ offices or can be downloaded from kosciuskoyouthleadership.org.

Schools eligible are Warsaw, Whitko, Tippecanoe Valley, Lakeland Christian Academy, Whitko, Triton and NorthWood High School. Home-schooled students may also apply if they reside in Kosciusko County.

The May 17 deadline is firm. Postal service could take up to three days after send date to ar-

rive prior to the May 17 deadline. Questions can be directed via email to the board through the KYLA website in the contact section.

KYLA is a nonprofit organization in its 30th year educating and training youth in leadership skills through community service work.

Red Skelton, a self-taught artist

Who said this? “Recipe for a happy marriage. My wife and I always hold hands. If I let go, she shops!”

Red Skelton is the self-taught artist for this week and the comedian who captured the heart of millions of Americans with oneliners and characters who elicited laughter.

Skelton was born in poverty in Vincennes and led a talented life,

Antique Outboard Motor Show set for May 20

The Antique Outboard Motor Show will hold its 2023 spring Antique Outboard Motor Show and Swap Meet Saturday, May 20, at North Webster’s Community Park (Dixie tour boat dock) on the west shore of Webster Lake.

Several hundred antique outboard motor restorers, historians, collectors and enthusiasts from across the Midwest and Canada will gather in the park for a day of activities related to their hobby.

The events include an exhibition of recent restoration projects, serious swapping of parts and literature and running the old-time boat motors on the lake. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. There is no admission fee.

Club members invite area owners of old outboard motors to attend the meet for an evaluation of their motors. Many antique motors are bought, sold and evaluated throughout the day. The swapping area includes all types of parts, literature, related accessories and many antique motors.

The national Antique Outboard Motor Club, with over 5,000 members, classifies an antique outboard motor as being manufactured prior to 1950 and a classic outboard motor as over 30 years old.

The North Webster meet starts at approximately 10 a.m. and usually runs to mid-afternoon. Many participants stay late in the day if the weather is nice and they are able to run their antique motors on the lake.

For more information, contact Dave Tranter at (260) 213-1945.

rising to great acclaim for his acting, comedy and art skills. Skelton’s father was a circus clown but Red would not know him, as his father died shortly before Red Skelton was born. His mother, Ida Mae, was the household help and shouldered the task of raising him alone.

Skelton began working as a newspaper boy at age 7. He also became familiar with, and experienced in, the same circus that had employed his father.

His mother had sparked his interest in art and kept him provided with drawing materials and various papers where he could paint and draw, remarkably on his own with no training. By the time he was 15 years old, he left home to become known by the proprietors of medicine shows, traveling vaudeville acts, circuses, minstrel shows, burlesque and showboats.

He moved to, then began performing in, Kansas City in 1930 when he met Edna Stillwell, who became a partner in their successful vaudeville act. They married and divorced 13 years later, but maintained a business relationship.

Skelton’s career as an entertainer began flourishing. He created characters that America loved. Without any training other than his own experimentation and improvement, Skelton developed a talent in many levels and mediums of art. His clown faces were exceptional and still fetch a high price in auctions today. He was also gifted in landscapes and used unusual surfaces for his work, such as board or linen. The rest of the story about Red Skelton will be continued in next week’s column.

Events

• Midwest Museum of American Art in Elkhart: Master Photographer Clyde Butcher. Now through July 16. Located at 429 S. Main St., Elkhart. $10 for adults. Call (574) 293-6660.

• Ford Meter Box Calendar

Competition: Deadline to submit work is Friday, June 2. Contact Tanya Denney at tdenney@fordmeterbox.com.

• Lakeland Art Center & Gallery: The gallery is currently exhibiting the work of Hilarie Couture, “Unity with Variety.” Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 4:30

p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Admission is free. The gallery is located at 302 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw. Email lakelandartassociation@gmail.com.

• Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery: Kim Lanoue is the featured exhibitor at Warsaw City Hall

Art Gallery, 102 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Daily free admission.

To exhibit or subscribe, contact Darla McCammon, curator, at (574) 527-4044. Leave a message or email mcdar7@gmail. com.

Six budget-friendly tips to create a cozy outdoor oasis

(StatePoint) With life returning to normal and summer upon us, it’s a good time to focus on creating an outdoor space to enjoy on warm summer evenings. Whether it’s a place for unplugging and relaxing alone or gathering with guests and entertaining, having a spot that you can enjoy

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well into the fall is key. Below are six tips for turning an average patio, porch or deck into an outdoor oasis.

1. Whether you use your outdoor space for reading a book on a summer day or catching up with friends on a warm night, incorporating plants into this area can create a barrier for privacy. Plant bushes, place large planters in corners or put hanging baskets on hooks around the perimeter. For small patios, you may even consider building a planter wall. Not only will it help with privacy, but it will also add color and dimension, making the space feel like a sanctuary for you and your guests.

2. Add string lights overhead to create ambiance in your space at night. Duck Max Strength Nano-Grab is a versatile double-sided tape you can use for mounting. It’s clear, holds up to 20 pounds per 5-foot roll and sticks to painted drywall, wood, glass, tile, metal, stone and brick without leaving a residue. Nano-Grab will keep your lights secure and in place and make it easy to take them down and store for winter.

3. If you are sticking with the rest and relaxation vibe in your outdoor oasis, think about adding a fountain or other small water feature for relaxing background noise. Keep that sense of zen going into the

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night with a fire pit, heaters or bamboo torches for warmth on cooler evenings.

4. For those interested in entertaining guests, you may want to mount an outdoor TV for watching summer ball games or a sound system for listening to background music. You’ll want to ensure this equipment is properly installed for outdoor use in areas safe from wind and rain.

5. Creating an outdoor dining area doesn’t have to break the bank. When entertaining guests, a beverage cooler, bar cart and BBQ station are convenient additions you can make to what already exists on your patio. Building a cart or station for storing paper towels, tin foil and other essentials for the grill master can be a fun DIY project, too.

6. Having an amazing space doesn’t always mean starting from scratch – you can simply add a fresh coat of paint in a bright color palette to update existing privacy walls or tables and chairs. All you need is a can of paint and a roll of painter’s tape to keep lines crisp and clean. As for color, you may be tempted to keep it neutral, but don’t shy away from crisp blues and soft yellows. They will give a fresh and fun feel for all your summer entertaining.

For additional tips and uses for Nano-Grab, visit duckbrand.com.

With just a few simple tweaks, you can transform any outdoor area into a beautiful oasis ideal for rest, relaxation and fun.

Misconceptions homeowners have about floods

(StatePoint) Many people look forward to spring when the weather warms up and flowers start to bloom, but it also marks the start of the peak time of year for flash flooding in the United States. According to NOAA, 75% of flash floods happen between late April and mid-September. And while you may not want to think about it, when water backs up and overflows, it generally goes where it doesn’t belong and can cause serious damage to your home.

Unfortunately, many homeowners have misconceptions about floods, leaving them unprepared. Here are four of the biggest myths:

1. Homeowners insurance poli-

cies cover flood damage. A typical homeowners policy covers water damage from a sink or bathtub overflowing but won’t help with flood damage caused by storms – something many homeowners only discover after it’s too late. However, some insurance companies offer coverage to help fill the gaps so you don’t have to pay out of pocket for repairs and replacements. For example, Erie Insurance now offers Extended Water coverage, which covers damage caused not only by natural disasters, but also by sewer and drain backups.

2. Only people who live in flood plains need flood insurance. A national survey commissioned by Erie Insurance found that 53% of homeowners think only people who live in high-risk flood zones should buy flood insurance. However, 25% of flood claims are filed by people who live outside those areas. Additionally, FEMA says floodwater only needs to get a mere 3 inches high to make it likely that you’d need to replace drywall and baseboards.

3. There’s nothing you can do to prevent flood damage. Nothing is foolproof, but there are ways to protect your home from water damage. Install a sump pump along with a battery backup and regularly test it. Improve drainage around your home by clearing leaves and debris from gutters, storm drains and downspouts. You can also install water sensors to alert you of water or leaks within your home. If a storm is on the way, plan ahead by placing valuables and sentimental items into plastic storage bins, moving items off the floor (especially if they are stored in basements and lower levels of a home) and by making a home inventory. A list of all your

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personal possessions, along with their estimated values, will help if you need to file an insurance claim.

4. Insurance can only help you after an incident. Many homeowners don’t realize they may be able to get reimbursed for taking steps to protect their homes when flooding is imminent. As one example, under certain circumstances Erie Insurance will reimburse homeowners up to $10,000 for materials such as sandbags and the sand to fill them, fill for temporary levees, pumps or plastic sheeting and lumber used with these items, as well as labor.

“We encourage homeowners

to not underestimate the risk of flooding, and to be aware of the significant amount of damage that even a small amount of water can cause,” said Michelle Tennant, vice president of product management, Erie Insurance.

“Talk to your independent insurance agent about your home and your neighborhood to make sure you have the coverage that’s right for you.”

To learn more about protecting your home from floods, visit erieinsurance.com/extended-water.

Life is unpredictable. So is weather. But one thing is certain: if it can rain (or snow), it can flood. Make sure you’re protected with the right type of insurance.

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Joan Marie Knepp

Nappanee Resident Traveled the World

Joan Marie Knepp, 87, Nappanee, died at 3 a.m. Monday, May 8, 2023, at the Raclin House at the Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka.

She was born Nov. 8, 1935, in Bremen, to Clarence and Bernice (Berger) Knepp. Growing up she attended Bremen schools before graduating from Nappanee High School in 1954.

She went on to receive a bachelor’s degree from North Central College in Naperville, Ill., and her master’s degree from Central Michigan University. She also studied at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, Ill.

After college, she spent time living in southern California before working in medical missions. During her lifetime, her missionary work took her to Española, N.M., Vietnam and Pakistan.

While serving in Vietnam, she adopted her son, Keith, in 1970. They remained in Vietnam for a year before moving back to New Mexico for 12 years. In August 1983, Joan and Keith returned to Nappanee to help care for her ailing parents. She worked as a medical technologist in hospitals in New Mexico and Indiana, and was proud of her work. She faithfully attended Valley View United Methodist Church in New Mexico and Nappanee United Methodist Church.

She enjoyed traveling and seeing the world. Experiencing different cultures was a passion of hers. New Mexico was special to her. She loved the mountains, culture and food of the region.

She had many friends all over the world from her time living and traveling in different regions. No matter where she went, people gravitated to her because of her kind and caring personality. These traits led to long-lasting friendships with many.

Most of all, she loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Keith (Collette) Knepp; and three grandchildren, Caitlin, Bryce and Alexander Knepp, all of Nappanee.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Dean Knepp.

Visitation will be from 9-10 a.m. Wednesday, May 17, at the Nappanee United Methodist Church. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 17, at the church with Pastor Kevin Reed officiating. Burial will take place in Bremen Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, handled arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name can be given to Center for Hospice Care, Mishawaka, or the Nappanee United Methodist Church.

Jeanette Mae Bockman

Lifetime Area Resident

Jeanette Mae (Beezley) Bockman, 95, North Webster, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw.

Jeanette was born April 9, 1928, in North Webster. She was the daughter of Paul and Hattie (Reed) Beezley. She was united in marriage to Verland Bockman on Aug. 30, 1947. He preceded her in death on Feb. 13, 1983.

Jeanette and Verland also had a son, Robert Allen Bockman. He was born Nov. 24, 1953, and passed away on March 23, 1954. She was a 1946 graduate of North Webster High School. She was a member of the North Webster United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the North Webster Legion Auxiliary. She lived her entire life in the North Webster area. She worked at the White Front Grocery Store in North Webster. She was the owner of Bockman’s Greenhouse and Nursery on Armstrong Road for over 30 years. Then she was a teller at Lake City Bank in North Webster. She also worked at Stephen’s in Pierceton.

Jeanette will be remembered by numerous nephews and nieces. Besides being preceded in death by her parents, husband and son, she was also preceded by all of her siblings, Letha Koher, Esther Henwood, John Baugher, Woody Beezley, Leroy Beezley, Lucille Baker, Virginia Townsend and Malcolm Beezley.

Visitation was held Friday, May 12, at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse. Services were Saturday, May 13, at the funeral home. Burial followed at North Webster Cemetery.

Virginia Marie Ashby

Virginia Marie Ashby, 92, Silver Lake, died May 11, 2023. She was born July 4, 1930. She married Charles Foster Ashby June 23, 1951. He died April 7, 2000. She is survived by her sons, Steve Ashby, Fort Wayne; Danny (Betty) Ashby, Akron, Glen Ashby, Florida; Bobby Ashby, Warsaw; John Ashby, Bargersville; and Edgar (Carol) Ashby, California; daughters, Helen (Tony) Middleton, Silver Lake; Teri (Tony) Monce, Silver Lake; Janine (Troy) Hoskins, Warsaw; and Sandy (David) Smith, Elyria, Ohio; sister,

Doris Zimmerman, North Carolina; 28 grandchildren; several greatgrandchildren; and great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services were Tuesday, May 16, with Pastor Dave Cox officiating, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake.

Arden Eugene Badskey

Arden Eugene Badskey, 90, South Whitley, died May 8, 2023.

He was born March 12, 1933.

He is survived by wife, Beulah, South Whitley; sons, Larry (Rhonda) Badskey, Avilla, and Dennis (Amy) Badskey, Corona; daughters, Diana Badskey, South Whitley, and Rose Marie (Jeff) Pottenger, South Whitley; sisters, Bonnie Sleighter, North Manchester, and Dorothy (Dave) Rotman, Westfield; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were Friday, May 12, at Manchester Bible Church, North Manchester, with Pastor Lane Lingofelter officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery, Servia. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, handled the arrangements.

Sharon Bollhorst

Sharon Bollhorst “Sherry” (McLaughlin), 82, North Webster, died May 8, 2023.

She was born May 28, 1940. She married Lee Bollhorst.

She is also survived by son, Kevin Bollhorst (Melissa); daughter, Debbie Bollhorst-Dallas (Bob); two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren, one of who is due May 31.

A memorial service was Friday, May 12, at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services-Owen Chapel, North Webster.

Amy Elizabeth Capps

Amy Elizabeth (Cross) Capps, 49, Leesburg, died April 22, 2023.

She was born Nov. 8, 1973. On July 1, 1995, she married Rick Capps; he survives.

Also surviving are their chocolate labs, Wrigley and Woody; brothers and sisters-in-law, Greg and Barb Cross, Muncie, and Jeff and Carol Cross, Wilmington, N.C.; a sister and brother-in-law, GayLynn and Shannon Mercer, Muncie; aunt and uncle; her father-in-law, David Capps, Springport; and cousins, nieces and nephews.

A graveside service was held May 13, at Mock Cemetery, North Webster. Following the service, a gathering was held at United Methodist Church, Leesburg. Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, North Webster, was in charge of arrangements.

Terry Max Cole

Terry Max Cole, 82, died May 3, 2023.

He was born Oct. 28, 1940. In 1973, he met Judith McBride, who preceded him in death in 1994. In August 2012, he married Cindy Cole; she survives.

Also surviving are Cindy’s children, Candy Thompson, Carrie Lemon, Steven Ulshafer and Carmen Coyle; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

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Services were held May 13 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Interment was in Hillcrest Cemetery.

Marsha Gene Davis

Marsha Gene (Justus) Davis, 75, Plymouth, formerly of Argos, died at 2:10 a.m. May 6, 2023.

She was born Oct. 23, 1947.

She is survived by a daughter, Ronda L. Rice, Argos; son, Craig Davis, Nappanee; four grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and sisters, Judith Justus, Argos, and Lea Ann Chamberlin, Plymouth.

Services were held May 11, at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Burial was in Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

Mitchell L. Elder

Mitchell L. Elder, 56, died May 4, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

Pastor Dale E. Fisher

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

He was born Dec. 30, 1930. He married wife, Barbara, who survives.

Also surviving are his children, Deborah Turkis, Mark Fisher, Craig Fisher, Cathy Longacre and Brenda Bolyard; 13 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

Services were held May 12, at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Charlotte Faye Gary

Charlotte Faye Gary, 63, Nappanee, died at 11:55 p.m. May 4, 2023.

She was born April 17, 1960. On May 20, 1982, she married Charlie Gary; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Kyle Gary, Nappanee, and Tiffany Gary, Cromwell; five grandchildren; her mother, Thelma Fields, Sweetser; sisters, Debbie Smith, Holton, Wanda Eppert, Warren, and Brenda Nutt, Denver; and a brother, Tom Fields, Anderson.

Visitation was held May 12, at Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. A graveside service followed at Union Center Cemetery.

Charles Haffner

Charles Haffner, 89, Syracuse, died May 7, 2023.

He was born July 21, 1937. On Nov. 21, 1959, he married Ann Ruth Stoeckley; she survives.

He is also survived by his twin sister Charlotte Hatheway, Tullahoma, Tenn.; son, John (Shelley) Haffner, Leesburg; daughter, Jane (Arnold) White, Toccoa, Ga.; daughter, Mary (William) Stewart, Charlotte, N.C.; seven grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; brother-in-law, John (Karen) Stoeckley; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at Titus Funeral Home-Owen Chapel in Syracuse at a date to be determined in late June.

Charles A. Haney

Charles “Chuck” A. Haney, 80, Goshen, died May 6, 2023.

He was born April 12, 1943. On May 4, 1963, he married Verda M. Chupp; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Kimberly S. Miller, Goshen, and Jeffrey C. Haney, Syracuse; six grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; a sister, Marie Janacek, Fremont; and a brother-in-law, Olen Eash, Middlebury.

Services were held May 11 at New Paris Missionary Church. Burial was in Miller 8 Square Cemetery. YoderCulp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Harold W. Hochstetler

Harold W. Hochstetler, 68, Bremen, died May 5, 2023.

He was born Dec. 30, 1954. He married Pamela Turner, who preceded him in death July 2, 2020.

Surviving are daughters, April Banderas, Nappanee, and Heather Outlaw, Bremen; son, Shawn Wirth, Indianapolis; sisters, Clara Ulloa, Bremen, Marietta Mullet, Nappanee, and Ruth Poole, Florida; and brothers, Alan Hochstetler, Bourbon, and Larry Hochstetler, Nappanee.

Services were held May 13 at Maranatha Church, Nappanee. A celebration of life will be held from 2-6 p.m. Saturday, June 10, at 105 Rob Court, Bremen. Motorcycles are encouraged.

Genevia “Gibby” A. Holm

Genevia “Gibby” A. Holm, 81, Ligonier, died May 9, 2023.

She is survived by her nephew, David Holm (Sandra); great-niece ,Tiffany; and great-great nieces, Lilly and Sadie, Whitehouse, Texas; niece, Debra Holm (Charles Sheeley), Fort Myers, Fla.; and her special bonus family, Tim Mullins (Karen) and their granddaughter.

A private family graveside committal will be held at Oak Park Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her family. Yeager Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com.

Don “Magic” Hooker

Don “Magic” Hooker, formerly of Ligonier, died Friday, May 5, 2023.

He was born in Indianapolis in 1958.

He is survived by his father, Dr. Donald J. (Eleanor) Hooker; sister, Gwyn (Steve) Malone; children, Haley Coral Hooker and Jackson Ryan Hooker; sisters-in-law and brothersin-law; and nieces and nephews. A service was Saturday, May 13, in Sevierville, Tenn.

Lawrence A. “Jack”

Horney, Jr.

Lawrence A. “Jack” Horney, Jr., 98, Winona Lake, died at 8:20 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, 2023.

He was born Dec. 14, 1924. He was married Dorothy Mae Bockelman Oct. 28, 1948. She died May 25, 1984. He married Mary Lou Robertson March 29, 1985. She died Aug. 8, 2004.

He is survived by three daughters, Kathy (Mark) Workman, Warsaw; Phyllis (George) Kolopanis, Normal, Ill.; Mary Beth (William) Geist, Hilton Head, S.C.; son, David (Debbie), Fishers; and two step-daughters, Joyce (Jerry) Parcell, North Webster; and Janet Shriver, Bedford, Texas; nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; and longtime friend, Mary Ulmer, Winona Lake.

Friends and family may visit from 10-11:45 a.m. Tuesday, May 23, at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, 225 Argonne Road, Warsaw. His life will be celebrated by Father Jonathan Norton with a funeral Mass following visitation at noon Tuesday, May 23, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 125 N. Harrison St., Warsaw. Military rites will be conducted by members of the American Legion Post No. 49, and Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 1126, both of Warsaw, and active-duty members of the Navy Honor Guard. He will be laid to rest at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Richard Louis Hundt Sr.

Richard Louis Hundt Sr., 84, Plymouth, died May 9, 2023.

In May 1959, he married Loretta J. Warner; she survives.

He is survived by his children Mary Dean (Earl) Vandalia, Mich.; Sharon Ream, Plymouth; Richard Hundt Jr., Wabash; and Peggy Johnson, Argos; 15 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; sisters, Judy Lohagen, Florida; Barb Harrington (Steve), Louisville, Ky.; Patty Leglski (Ray) Wabash; Lila Harmon (Bill), Tippecanoe; and Tenna Walenga (Mike), Bremen; brothers, Paul Hundt (Chris), Plymouth; and Frank Hundt (Robin) Florida.

Funeral services were Monday, May 15 at New Song Church, Plymouth, with Rev. Justin Chambers

presiding. Burial followed at New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. EarlGrossman Funeral Home, Argos, handled arrangements.

Larry Eugene Ihnen

Larry Eugene Ihnen, 79, Silver Lake, formerly of North Manchester, died May 6, 2023.

He was born May 28, 1943. On April 30, 1966, he married Connie Enyeart; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Melissa Kania, North Manchester; son, Tim Ihnen, Warsaw; brothers, Richard Ihnen, Warsaw, and Brian Ihnen, Suffolk, Va.; sister, Susan Dockter, Fort Wayne; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held May 12 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester.

Johnny Ray Isaac

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

He was born May 19, 1960. On Oct. 3, 1986, he married Mary Isaac, who preceded him in death in 2020.

He is survived by a daughter, Shelly McGrath.

No public services will be held. Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Rayford Lambert

Rayford Lambert, 69, Warsaw, died Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Arrangements are pending with Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services. To leave a condolence, visit www. TitusFuneralHome.com.

Maryann R. Meinert

Maryann R. Meinert, 61, Warsaw, died May 4, 2023.

She was born Oct. 13, 1961.

Surviving are sisters, Caryl Nolan, Riverview, Fla., Patricia Meinert, Naperville, Ill., Kathy West, Shelbyville, Jayne Brunetto and Judy Meinert, both of Warsaw; seven nieces and nephews; nine great-nieces and nephews; and special friends and Godparents, Bob and Mary Martin.

Services were held May 10 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial will be at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Linda S. Morris

Linda S. Morris, 83, died May 5, 2023.

She was born Nov. 14, 1939. She married Larry R. Morris, who survives.

Also surviving are her children, Craig Morris, Indianapolis, Tonia Morris Hanna, Warsaw, and Carla Morris, Pierceton; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Services were held May 10 at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Warsaw.

Dock Edward Murphy

Dock Edward Murphy (Michael David Murphy), 66, Milford, died at 6:55 p.m. April 19, 2023.

He was born Sept. 7, 1956. On March 22, 2015, he married Debra Gipp; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Michael Murphy, Florida; mother, Delsa

Mexico, Florida; and siblings, Daniel Roberson, Sarasota, Fla., Jeff A. Roberson, Nashville, Tenn., and Danny Mack Lee, Slocomb, Ala.

A memorial service was held May 13 at The Word of Truth Ministries, Milford. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Shelia Lynn Neterer

Shelia Lynn Neterer, 60, Elkhart, died at 1:47 a.m. May 7, 2023.

She was born March 5, 1963. On May 26, 1984, she married Alan Neterer Sr.; he survives.

Also surviving are sons, Alan Neterer Jr., California, and Matthew Neterer, Elkhart; two granddaughters; and siblings, Dawn Rehmels and John Rehmels, both of Elkhart, and Paula Rehmels, Nappanee.

Services were held May 11 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

C. Frederick Nieter

C. Frederick “Fred” Nieter, 94, Warsaw, died at 11:10 p.m. May 5, 2023.

He was born Nov. 21, 1928. On Jan. 6, 1951, he married Dorothy Jane “Dot” Haenes. She preceded him in death July 10, 2011.

Surviving are sons, Gary Nieter, Warsaw, Randy Nieter, Chesapeake, Va., and Rod Nieter, Memphis; seven grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Services were held May 10 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Julia A. Orenchick

Julia A. Orenchick, 76, Kendallville, died May 5, 2023.

She was born Nov. 5, 1946. In October 2000, she married Dennis Orenchick, who preceded her in death in 2011.

She is survived by a daughter, Tracy Robison; son, David Livengood; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Penny Plikerd; and brother, Gary Wiggs.

No public services are planned currently. Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Syracuse, was in charge of arrangements.

Donald “Rick” Purcell

Donald “Rick” Purcell, 78, Nappanee, died Tuesday, May 9, 2023.

On July 8, 1967, he married Jean Schultz.

He is survived by his wife, Jean, Nappanee; sons, Benjamin Purcell, Louisville, Ky.; Steven (Kyna) Purcell, Billings, Mont.; and Christopher (Laura) Purcell, Houlton, Maine; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; four siblings, Nate (Carolyn) Purcell, St. Joseph, Ill.; Greg Siegelman, Bowling Green, Ky.; Susan (Albert) Sommers, Pinedale, Wyo.; and Pam (John) Allen, Akin, S.C.; and cousin, Allen (Ronnie) Brockman, St. Louis, Mo.

Cremation will take place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in his name can be given to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Arrangements were handled by Thompson-Lengacher and

Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Wanda W. Ramey

Wanda W. Ramey, 85, Warsaw, died May 7, 2023.

She was born Aug. 11, 1937. On May 12, 1961, she married Eugene Ramey, who preceded her in death in 2011.

She is survived by a son, Charles Ramey, Pierceton; daughter, Regina Ramey, Warsaw; a grandson; brother, James White; brother-in-law, Tom Ramey; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held May 15 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Phillip Smith

Phillip Smith, 60, Warsaw, died May 6, 2023.

He was born March 24, 1963.

He is survived by his mother, Laura Smith, Warsaw; siblings, Bambi Hyde, Warsaw, and Chauncey Smith, Pierceton; four nephews; an uncle; four aunts; and seven great-nieces and nephews.

Services were held May 12 at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Johnny G. Szoldrak

Johnny G. Szoldrak, 73,Warsaw, died Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

He was born Aug. 13, 1949. On Dec. 24, 1984, he married Becky Coonce; she survives.

He is also survived by daughter, Kayla (Jason) Wynkoop; sons, Kip and Kyle Szoldrak; three grandsons; a sister, Elisabeth Nervseen; and extended family and friends.

Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services is entrusted with his care. A memorial gathering will be from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services,Warsaw. To leave a condolence or send flowers, visit www.TitusFuneralHome.com.

Paul K. Tacker

Paul K. Tacker, 89, Millersburg, died at 1:25 a.m. May 7, 2023.

He was born May 30, 1933. On Dec. 1, 1955, he married Mona J. Herrell. She preceded him in death Sept. 6, 2013.

Survivors include Michael Tacker, Pierceton; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Services were held May 11 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. A graveside service with military honors was held May 12 at Brown Cemetery, Millersburg.

John Edward Uzubell

John Edward Uzubell, 65, North Webster, died May 4, 2023.

He was born Jan. 19, 1958.

Surviving are his children, “Mitch” John M. Uzubell and Vanessa Gillenwater; a granddaughter and another granddaughter due this month; brothers, Ron Uzubell and Joe Uzubell; an aunt; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

Services were held May 10 at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation ServicesOwen Chapel of North Webster.

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Janet A. Vardaman

Janet A. Vardaman, 86, Elkhart, died at 5:15 p.m. May 3, 2023.

She was born Jan. 23, 1937. On June 10, 1961, she married Keith Vardaman. He preceded her in death May 11, 2017.

She is survived by a son, Kurtis Vardaman, Nappanee; two granddaughters; a great-granddaughter; son-in-law, Michael George, Dewart Lake; and two nieces.

A celebration of life service was held May 13 at Creekside Church of the Brethren, Elkhart. ThompsonLengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Janet E. Walters

Janet E. Walters, 83, Kempner, Texas, died at 5:36 a.m. May 5, 2023.

She was born Aug. 8, 1939. On Feb. 2, 1958, she married Richard G. Walters; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Bruce J. Walters, Kempner, Texas, Jeri Hand, Milford, and Kris D. Walters, Edwardsburg, Mich.; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Delores Baker, Fort Myers, Fla., Marlene Gilkerson, Ligonier, Kathlene Thibos, Beverly Hills, Fla., Sherry Chapman, Chattanooga, Tenn., and Bonnie Kapla, Fort Myers, Fla.; and brothers, Royal “Zeke” Secor, Plainfield, Larry Secor, Newton, Kan., Glen Secor, South Bend, and Wendell Secor, Fort Smith, Ark.

Per Janet’s wishes, cremation will take place and a visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. Friday, June 16, at Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. A celebration of life will begin at 6 p.m.

Gregory “Greg” W. Watkins

Gregory “Greg” W. Watkins, Warsaw, died May 3, 2023.

He was born Jan. 31, 1954.

He is survived by his children, David Roach, Danny (Jenny) Watkins, Greg (Kim) Watkins, Amanda (Casey) Louden, and Jo Beth (David) Hattery; brothers, James (Leslie) Watkins, Joseph (Ginger) Watkins, and Willard (Jackie) Watkins; many grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw, is entrusted with his care. A private burial will take place at a later date. To leave a condolence, visit www.TitusFuneralHome.com.

Janice Sue Allen Wood

Janice Sue Allen Wood, 82, Claypool, died May 7, 2023.

She was born April 19, 1941. On March 26, 1960, she married Eddie Wood; he survives.

Also surviving are sons, Brian Wood and Brent Wood, both of Sidney; brother, Danny Joe Allen, North Manchester; sister, Saundra Hoagland, Warsaw; six grandsons; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held May 13, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Clemmers Fishers Ross Cemetery, Claypool.

B IRTHS

Sophia Kate Eberly

Nelson and Joleen (Zimmerman)

Eberly, Milford, are the parents of a daughter, Sophia Kate, born at 3:39 a.m. May 9, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 9 pounds, 1.5 ounces, and was 22 inches long.

Sophia joins a brother, Cohen Matthew Eberly.

ServSafe Food Manager class/ exam offered in Elkhart County

ServSafe educates food service workers about food safety and ServSafe food protection manager is the highest ServSafe certification.

It satisfies Indiana requirements to become a certified food protection manager and focuses on five aspects: foodborne microorganisms and allergens; personal hygiene; purchasing, receiving and storage; preparing, cooking and serving; and facilities, cleaning/sanitation and managing pests.

The ServSafe food manager class will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 27, at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County office on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen. Check-in will be at 7:45 a.m. The full one-day training includes a manual and proctored exam.

The certification is valid for five years. A photo ID with signature is

C OUNTY R EPORT

$2,863.94

Court News

Small Claims

Kosciusko County

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Lake City Rental v. Katherine Banda, $835.05; v. G&S Tree Service, $3,552.29

Warsaw Health System LLC, dba Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Steven Bowers, $2,315.74; v. Edna Cartwright, $885.94; v. Teresa Deafenbaugh, $5,781.82; v. Amanda Erbst, $6,686.42; v. Jeremy Fisher, $1,026.89; v. Sabrina Hall, $6,541.52

Snow and Sauerteig LLP v. Amanda Brail, $5,168.94; v. Ryan K. McLaughlin, $3,459.35

Warsaw Health System LLC, c/o Komya v. Joshua Volkert, $1,276.18

Civil Collections

Kosciusko County

The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: LVNV Funding LLC v. Quinn Arriola, $1,406.82; v. Norman Clark, $9,781.42; v. Melissa Rodriguez, $2,822.87 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Ashley Carson, $2,939.09; v. Byron Conley, $1,022.22; v. Byron P. Conley, $3,454.23; v. Daniel Ganoe, $1,166.70; v. Mark Geiger, $7,880.92; v. Ginger L. Hornbaker, $1,187.56

Credit Corp. Solutions Inc. v. Alyssa La, $1,492.29; v. James Smith, $6,365.99 Credit Service International v. Daryl J. Lambright, $1,675; v. Andrew Snowden, $991.13; v. Terry A. Treesh, $8,517.44 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Matthew Staulcup, $928.13

Sterling Jewelers Inc. d/b/a Kay Jewelers v. Joseph Neer, $4,123.47

OneMain Financial Group LLC v. Katherine Peters, $1,629.69 Elkhart County

The following civil collection has been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court III: KeyBank National Association v. Joseph and April Higdon, Syracuse, $54,116.31

Plenaries

The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court One, Judge Karin McGrath presiding: Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance a/s/o Willa Pitts v. Kristina German,

Evictions

The following following eviction has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Zachary White v. James Britt, $1,287.50

Joan Stoelting v. Nicole Bywaters Dunn, $7,010

Annie Zartman v. Justin Helblig, $5,669

Lakeland Villa Apartments v. Bennie A. Keyes, Jillian J. Keyes, $3,776.84

Sherri Makinson v. Jonathan Michoe III, Kyleigh Risner, $6,240.70

Stephen Davis v. Joyce and Toby Young, $4,700

Mortgage Foreclosures

Elkhart County

Data Mortgage Inc. dba Essex Mortgage v. Shanon Stark, Wakarusa, Daisy Ziegenfuss, Wakarusa, and Dan Brouillette, Elkhart, $150,843.34

Carrington Mortgage Services LLC v. Karen S. Stahley, Nappanee, Advanced Equity, Inc., Communitywide Federal Credit Union, et al, $86,508.68

Marriage Licenses

Kosciusko County

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

Ann Torpy: DeFord-Webster

Randy A. DeFord, 68, Royal Center, and Jennifer Jane Webster, 58, Mentone Coy-Berg

Gerald I. Coy, 56, Syracuse, and Tilyanna R. Berg, 52, Syracuse

Crisler-Clifford

Levi S. Crisler, 30, Warsaw, and Jessica E. Clifford, 35, Warsaw Bollinger-Jones

Rachelle R. Bollinger, 41, Warsaw, and Justin D. Jones, 42, Warsaw Huber-Roller

Isiah N. Huber, 22, Pierceton, and Abigail Rebekah Janelle Roller, 22, Dunkirk Langenbach-Liechty

William P. Langenbach, 29, Warsaw, and Laura A. Liechty, 30, Grand Rapids, Mich.

Webb-Knecht

Jeremy D. Webb, 44, Warsaw, and Taylor L. Knecht, 31, Warsaw

Kneller-Burbank

Myah E. Kneller, 22, Silver Lake, and Delbert E. Burbank II, 20, Claypool

Rudd-Schneider

Joshua W. Rudd, 28, Warsaw, and Alyssa C. Schneider, 28, Warsaw

Gonzalez-Eryman

Paige O. Gonzalez, 22, Leesburg, and Chad A. Eryman Jr., 19, Leesburg

Ashenfelter-Norris

Cassandra M. Ashenfelter, 22, Warsaw, and Brant J. Norris, 22, Mentone

Peace-Williams

Jusandra Patience Peace, 22, Ligonier, and Richard D. Williams Jr., 22, Warsaw

Balser-Rabitsch

Darin W. Balser, 26, Mentone, and Pia Rabitsch, 21, Warsaw

Bonilla-Villalobo

Reynaldo Bonilla, 49, Leesburg, and Marlenis Argentina Carranza Villalobo, 40, Leesburg

Miller-Troyer

Christopher A. Miller, 23, Nappanee, and Kaylene S. Troyer, 19, Nappanee

Yoder-Kuhns

Myron D. Yoder, 25, Nappanee, and Lori N. Kuhns, 20, Bremen

Slone-Baird

Amy L. Slone, 46, Claypool, and Daniel R. Baird, 52, Rochester

Plummer-Teeple

R.J. Plummer, 33, Milford, and Taylyn Teeple, 30, Milford

Marriage Dissolutions

Kosciusko County

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior Court:

Geist — Shauna Geist, Warsaw, and Ritchel Geist, South Bend. They were married Feb. 18, 2009, and separated Feb. 2, 2022. Two minor children. Simpson — Gracie Simpson, Leesburg, and Jeffrey Simpson, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 20, 2018, and separated in October 2022. No minor children.

Armie — Carrie A. Armie, Warsaw, and Phillip Armie, Warsaw. They were married May 13, 2018. No minor children.

Gilbert — Timothy Gilbert, Leesburg, and Sarah Gilbert, Leesburg. They were married May 19, 2018, and separated March 8, 2023. No minor children.

Creekmore — Crystal L. Creekmore, Winona Lake, and Wesley R. Creekmore, Pierceton. Without children. No other information was available.

required to take the exam. An accepted photo ID includes a driver’s license;, state, student, military or employee ID; U.S. green card; or valid passport.

To register with a credit card, visit cvent.me/NX5yQY or to register with a check, visit bit.ly/ servsafe627 to print out a mailable registration form. Registration deadline is June 19.

For more information, contact Emily Christ at ewitters@purdue. edu or (574) 533-0554. 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 (574) 533-0554 by June 13.

New ice cream shop opens in North Webster

The North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, May 11, at Skoops, a new family-owned ice cream shop located in downtown North Webster.

The new business is owned by Jamal and Amanda Meerzo. The couple owns The River, a coffee shop in North Webster. Amanda stated an ice cream shop just made sense in a community she said

she “loves.”

“I love this town, and we are very active in the community,” she said, adding specifically the couple supports the North Webster Community Center.

The ice cream store offers 12 flavors, 11 of which are standard ones.

“We carry Hudsonville and Ashby’s ice cream,” said Amanda.

Skoops will also have a different ice cream on a rotating basis.

It also serves soft serve ice cream, root beer floats, malts and shakes.

Skoops also carries dairy-free ice cream and a no-sugar flavor.

The couple has four children and has been married 17 years.

Hours are noon to 9 p.m. except Tuesday and Wednesday.

A grand opening will be from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, May 12. For more information, visit its Facebook page.

Local heroes honored at Threads Of Valor ceremony

Eleven local veterans were honored at a Threads of Valor ceremony Tuesday, May 9, in Warsaw.

The event, organized by Liberty Sewing Circle and the Kosciusko Senior Center, recognizes the heroes of Kosciusko County with a celebration of their service to the U.S. military, honoring them each with their own quilt.

Along with the ceremony, there was also a luncheon served for everyone after the distributing of quilts, served by the Bowen Center and catered by Black Tie Catering.

There was projected to be approximately 120 people in attendance for today’s ceremony, supporting these local veterans.

Joe Shepherd and his sister-inlaw, Jackie Shepherd, have been in attendance at every ceremony since he was honored a couple years back. Along with them, Ruth Truman makes an effort to come out and honor her third husband, a World War II veteran who has since passed.

Another group of attendees who come every year are not all veterans, but take very seriously “the honoring of our country’s heroes.”

This is an event where people who are honored with quilts will return to honor others, showing how important the cause and the lasting impact it has on its honorees.

Those in attendance began the program with the American Legion Post 49 posting the colors, the singing of the national anthem and an opening prayer by

David Neff, the director of the senior center, wanted to highlight the work of the Liberty Sewing Circle and the time and effort that they put into organizing the event for the veterans. Neff said, “Liberty Sewing Circle meets every Monday and Tuesday, often staying all day, sewing quilts for the veterans of Kosciusko, volunteering their time, money and sewing skills to the cause of making these local veterans feel loved and appreciated.”

Marsha Huffman, a member of the Liberty Sewing Circle, introduced the veterans. “These local heroes are the courageous cornerstone of the United States, representing qualities such as courage, pride and the dedication to

duty and integrity. Everyone who served played an important part in serving our nation. Everyone who served is deserving of being honored. These quilts are made as a thank you for your service and to show our veterans that they are loved,” she said.

The 11 honorees this year are:

• Ellis “Dean” Wildman, who served in the Army from 19501953. He was born in Leesburg in 1930.

• Daniel Andrew Wallen was born in Kentucky and moved to Warsaw when he was 7 years old. Wallen graduated from Warsaw High School. He served in the Marines from 1964-1968.

• Grover C. Sparks was born in Milford. He was drafted at the age of 19 into the Army for four years,

serving two and a half years in Germany and the rest in Vietnam.

• Samuel Ralph Reiff was born in 1928. Reiff served in the Army from 1950-1952 in Korea.

• Jack McKinley was born in 1952 in Leesburg. He served in the Army from 1972-1978 in Vietnam.

• Jerome Kloser was born in Milwaukee, Wis., in 1931. He served in the Army from 19541956. He has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in dairy science as well as a master’s degree from Penn State.

• Marlys Rae Huffman served in the Women’s Army Corps from June 1961-1963 and March 1964-1967.

• Joe Good resides in War-

saw and served in the Navy Reserves.

• Richard Dey was born in Fort Wayne, but has lived in Warsaw for 56 years. He served in the Army from 1957-60, and said if he was ever needed to go back, he would to this day.

• Jeffrey Craddock born in 1963. Craddock served in the Army from 1988-1992 in the Gulf War.

• Lloyd John Bowerman was born in Chicago in 1945, but grew up in Mentone. He served in the Army from 1970-1971 during Vietnam. The emotions could be felt in the room as these veterans received the quilts, honoring the time they dedicated to the United States.

Pathways at Fairfield High School cosmetology celebrating success

Some schools’ years are good, and this has been a great year for both the junior and senior classes at Fairfield High School’s cosmetology program.

Fairfield has 38 students enrolled and earning dual credits with Vincennes University. During the two years of training in Fairfield’s cosmetology department, students earn 28 college credits.

Upon completion of high school, students can then enroll in Vincennes University for an additional year to complete their cosmetology business management degree. Some students continue further to complete a business associate degree.

Fairfield currently has three students on campus at Vincennes this year taking advantage of earning the degrees listed.

Vincennes University had a Styrofoam head competition called “Anything But Hair.” Any dual credit student in Indiana was able to participate in this competition. Fairfield students competed and had three students that made it to the top 10 for the competition.

Each of the top 10 participated in a Zoom meeting with the judges to explain the inspiration for their creative

thought process for their entry. Fairfield senior Kairi CastilloHernandez earned first place in the 2023 Vincennes University “Anything But Hair” competition. Wawasee senior cosmetologist Jaden Thorn and Fairfield’s junior cosmetologist Kelsi Bontrager were both in the top 10. Fairfield continues to have students excel in its SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills competitions. This year, Fairfield took 12 students to the State SkillUSA competition, which had a record-breaking year with over 1,200 competitors in about 40plus competitions.

The students competed in job interviewing, job demonstration, esthetics, nails, barbering and cosmetology.

From the 12 students who competed from Fairfield’s cosmetology program, eight of them medaled.

• Wawasee senior Haydeen Neer, job interviewing.

• Goshen junior Kaitlyn Smith, job demonstration, earned a gold medal and is moving on to Nationals.

• Wawasee Senior Emma Wilson, esthetics, earned the silver medal; Gwen Wood earned the bronze medal. West Noble’s Ariana Macias, a senior, also competed.

• Fairfield junior Olivia Siri,

nails, earned the silver medal.

• In the barbering competition, all student competitors were Fairfield students. Junior Janet Miller earned the gold medal but is unable to attend Nationals this summer, Ashley Bechtel earned the silver medal, while junior Lillian Melendez and senior Katherine Bush both did outstanding jobs.

• In cosmetology, Thorn, from

Wawasee, earned the silver medal, while Kaitlyn Smith earned the bronze. Hayden Neer, a senior from Wawasee, and Audra Yoder, a junior at Fairfield, both did amazing work.

As Fairfield is close to wrapping up this school year, it currently has 10 seniors who have completed all their state requirements and are already

employed in numerous salons around the area.

Warsaw, Goshen, Syracuse and Middlebury all have outstanding new stylists. This senior class is one of the most talented, focused and enjoyable the instructors have had.

Along with the senior class, the juniors are already another amazing group of talented students.

Eleven local veterans were honored at a Threads of Valor ceremony Tuesday, May 9, in Warsaw.

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County Democrats honor four at Salute to Service dinner

The Kosciusko Democrats held their Salute to Service Dinner on Saturday, April 29, to a soldout crowd at Noa Noa’s Taharra Room.

Four Salute to Service awards were given out:

• The Dale Tucker Service Award was awarded to Christina Price. Price has been very active participating in parades, First Friday events, poll working and canvassing for several years. Tucker was a Democrat mayor of Warsaw during the 1970s and was very active in community service.

• Karen Troxel received The Opal Miller Service Award. This award was named after Opal Miller, a long-time Syracuse activist who was in attendance. Troxel has been very active in parades, First Friday events, pollworking and a serving as a convention delegate.

• Two Volunteer of the Year Awards were awarded to Levi Franke and Zoie Bella. Franke has been a pollworker and participated in First Friday events and parades. Franke and Bella have set up numerous community pantries in Warsaw and surrounding areas. They have stood up to many injustices in the community.

Christine Bohm, Third District Democrats Chair, spoke briefly before introducing the keynote speaker for the evening, Dr. Jennifer McCormick. McCormick was the last elected superintendent of public instruction in Indiana.

McCormick spoke about the status of public education in Indiana as more and more education funds are siphoned off for private and charter schools. A few days later, McCormick announced her 2024 campaign for governor.

Many Kosciusko and Elkhart County teachers were in attendance to hear McCormick.