the Paper - May 29, 2024

Warsaw Parks and Recreation kicks off —

By MARISSA SWEATLAND Staff Writer

The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is back with its 27th annual Summer Concert Series. On Fridays, throughout the summer, the parks department has organized free, family-friendly concerts taking place in one of the community’s beautiful parks. Every concert highlights a different musical genre, so all music lovers should find a concert that matches their style.

“It really has been so fun to be a part of the Summer Concert Series,” said Stephanie Schaefer, recreation director of the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. “Each year, it seems like more and more people come out.”

The Summer Concert Series is made possible through grants from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation and the Indiana Arts Commission. For a full list of sponsors, visit warsaw. in.gov/parks.

“We would love to see that growth continue in the years to come,” Lynnae Miller, assistant recreation director of the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. “We hope to bring an even bigger crowd as this is part of what we love doing for our community.”

Concert-goers are encouraged to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs for comfortable seating. The parks department discourages bringing umbrellas, as they block the view for others.

This year’s series kicked off last Friday, May 24 with Matt Gabriel, a pop performer, in Central Park. Each concert is from 7-8:30 p.m.

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LONESTAR The band, Lonestar, took the stage during last year’s Summer Concert Series. This concert series is jam packed with jams that will be music to your ears. Photo provided by Stephanie Schaefer.

OUT OF FAVOR BOYS — The Out Of Favor Boys drew a huge crowd of community members. Remember to bring a chair or blanket to sit on when coming out to a concert in the park. Photo provided by Photo provided by Warsaw Parks Department.

QUIET RIOT Quiet Riot engages with its crowd during last summer’s Summer Concert Series. The concerts are free to attend and enjoy. Photo provided by Warsaw Parks Department.

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Undefeated tennis player Addie Lind proud to represent Warsaw

By NATHAN PACE Staff Writer

Addie Lind is wrapping up her junior year at Warsaw High School and is bringing attention to her school on the tennis court. Lind went undefeated at No. 1 singles during the season and is in position for further success.

“I’ve had some great competition. All these girls I’m playing against are really good. A lot of them are also good friends of mine. I’ve known these girls for multiple years and have been playing against them for multiple years,” Lind said. “I know as I get further into the competition it will be a lot harder. I am just going to keep my head up high and keep playing the best that I can.”

Lind is the youngest of four siblings and her mother, Stacy Lind, is also her high school coach. In addition to coaching tennis at Warsaw, Stacy teaches the sport and her daughter has absorbed everything like sponge.

“I teach tennis camps with my mom, anything involving tennis around Warsaw I’m probably in it. It brings me joy to help people learn to enjoy the sport. Tennis to some people is confusing and I think it’s easy and I want to show them a new side of tennis,” Lind said. “My mom has always

taught tennis and that’s what I grew up with. I started in kindergarten and played ever since.”

Her mom works at the Eastlake Athletic Club in Elkhart as the tennis pro. Her older brother, Colton, also played tennis at Warsaw when Stacy took over the head coaching jobs for both the girls and boys teams in 2019.

“I looked up to him a lot,” Addie Lind said on Colton. “He had a great work ethic. He helped me as a motivator.”

Lind grew up in Warsaw thanks to her dad Eric, taking a job in the orthopedics industry. The whole Lind family has called Warsaw home ever since.

Lind had strong freshman and sophomore seasons but as a junior, just winning a point against her is rare in Northern Lakes Conference competition. Her 2024 season was a perfect 20-0 through the regular season. She added a sectional title on Friday, May 17.

A regular season win against Penn to push the Tigers to a 3-2 team victory is currently her favorite moment of the year. She won a regional match against an opponent from Penn again on Tuesday, May 21, 6-3, 7-5.

It’s not just her tennis pedigree helping Lind as much as its her dedication to the sport year round. Lind says she practices

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two to three hours a day even in the offseason. The hard work has also made her more confident on the court.

“I think my mental toughness has come a long way because tennis is a very mentally tough sport. If you don’t have great mental toughness I think you can struggle a lot. I think I have come a long way from that,” Lind said.

Playing in college is something Lind is seeking and she will play in some tournaments during summer vacation to boost her recruitment.

With one more season at Warsaw remaining, Lind is appreciative of the support she has seen from the Warsaw community.

“I think they are very supportive. I can feel the support from them for our team. It feels good knowing the community has my back,” Lind said. “I feel very prideful that I am able to represent the Warsaw community in such a good way.”

Sign-up for WACF Trivia Night

Sign up is underway for the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation Trivia Night at 7 p.m. Thursday June 20.

The event will be held at the WACF Ruddell Pavilion, 11586 SR 13, Syracuse. There will be a cash bar and food. The attire will be nautical themed.

Gather a group of family, friends, co-workers and participate through the various levels of sponsorships.

Sponsor opportunities include:

A $1,500 Conservation sponsor provides a table of eight, recognition on social media and WACF website, logo placement on the event presentation and eight WACF shirts.

A $750 Wetland sponsor will be a table of eight, recognition on social media and WACF website and logo placement on event presentation.

A $250 tributary sponsor receives one table of eight and recognition on social media and WACF website.

A $2,000 Watershed sponsorship includes a table of eight, recognition on social media and WACF website, tailored presentation for the company on native plants, wetland ecosystems or environmental topics and preferred logo placement on event presentation.

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A $125 table includes one table of four.

Sponsorship deadline is Friday, June 4. Contact Emily Maggart, development officer at emily@ wacf.cm or call (574) 457-4549.

The trivia questions for the evening will include general questions along with some specific to the area and the lake.

Salvation Army, Scouts, Purina team up to help veterans

The Salvation Army recently gave away gift bags of hygiene items to veterans in cooperation with Purina Animal Nutrition in Milford.

Boy Scout Troop 728 and Cub Scout Pack 3828 assembled the gift bags.

The giveaway began on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 18, and continued through Tuesday, May 28.

Veterans could stop by The Salvation Army office at 501 E. Arthur St. in Warsaw to receive a gift bag.

“We appreciate our armed forces and veterans for their service to our nation,” noted Envoy Ken Locke, administrator of The Salvation Army serving Kosciusko and Whitley counties. “Thanks to Purina and the Scouts for making this gift happen.”

The giveaway was part of the “Operation Valor” program of The Salvation Army, which reaches out to veterans in cooperation with Kosciusko County Veteran Service Office.

POWER TENNIS — Warsaw junior Addie Lind did not drop a set in her 2024 regular season. Photo by Nathan Pace.

Kosciusko Connect brings fiber internet education to local sixth graders

Kosciusko Connect, a leading fiber internet provider and subsidiary of Kosciusko REMC, recently partnered with Washington S.T.E.M. Academy to deliver an engaging and educational experience to sixth-grade students. The fiber internet lesson plan and presentation aimed to teach students about the science behind fiber internet technology through hands-on activities that align with Indiana state education standards.

Haley Donahue, a customer engagement specialist, and member of the marketing and communications team at Kosciusko Connect, worked closely with S.T.E.M. coach, Derek Pike, to design a series of interactive lessons tailored to the students’ curriculum. These activities included demonstrations on how fiber optic signals are transmitted through the home, what objects might interfere with a Wi-Fi signal, and analog vs. digital signals.

“Our goal was to make learning about this technology fun and accessible,” said Donahue. “We hope

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ENCE A Washington S.T.E.M. student completes a worksheet explaining the difference between analog and digital signals. Photo provided by Kosciusko Connect.

that collaborating with the school has given the students a unique opportunity to see real-world applications of these technological and scientific concepts.”

The students responded enthusiastically to the program, participating in the experiments, and asking insightful questions about the technology. The fiber presentation day was a tremendous success, providing both an educational and entertaining experience for the students.

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The next concert in the series will highlight 1950s to today cover band, Moonshots Friday, May 31. The concert will take place at Lucerne Park, 800 N. Park Ave., Warsaw.

The next concert is Friday, June 7, and will be The Sound performing gospel chart toppers in Central Park, 225 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw.

On Friday, June 14, Lightnin’ Rod and The Thunderbolts will fill the night air with some blues in Lucerne Park.

The Moon Cats will delight concert-goers with beloved songs from the 50s to 70s in Lucerne Park Friday, June 28.

Kennedy’s Kitchen will bring some Irish culture to Lucerne Park with a performance Friday, July 12.

On Friday, Aug. 2, the Lake Area Community Band will perform in Central Park. The Lake Area Community Band is a concert band based in Syracuse.

The following week, Friday, Aug. 9, Big Daddy Dupree’s Broke and Hungry Blues Band will perform the blues in Lucerne Park.

Hubie Ashcraft will round out the concert series with a country concert Friday, Aug. 16 at the Glover Pavilion, 225 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw.

In addition to the Summer Concert Series, the Warsaw Parks Department also offers two free concerts benefitting two children’s hospitals.

The 30th annual Rockin’ for Riley Concert will be hosted at the Glover Pavilion Friday, June 21.

The Michael Weber Show will take the stage at 6:30 p.m. with Everclear appearing at 8 p.m. Last year, the 107.3 WRSW community were able to raise $11,00 for Riley’s Children Hospital.

The 28th annual Country Concert for St. Jude will be hosted at the Glover Pavilion Friday, July 19. Kaitlyn Baker and Joe Lasher will open at 6:30 p.m. for Kimberly Perry at 8 p.m. Last year, the Willie 103.5 community was able to raise $9,000 for St. Jude’s Children Hospital.

Community members can donate cash onsite during both benefit concerts. New at the upcoming Rockin’ for Riley and Country Concert for St. Jude is text-to-donate lines, so attendees can donate using debit or

to supporting local education and fostering a deeper understanding of technology among young learners. By investing in the community and promoting S.T.E.M. education, Kosciusko Connect aims to provide young people with a deeper understanding of fiber technology and enhanced digital literacy.

For more information about Kosciusko Connect and its community initiatives, visit kosciuskoconnect. com or contact Andrea Melton at amelton@kremc.com.

credit cards, too. The donate lines will be announced at each concert.

The Summer Concert Series doesn’t host food vendors, but the Rockin’ for Riley and Country for St. Jude do. Vendors attending the benefit concerts are community favorites, such as Poppers KettleCorn, Kona Ice of Marshall County, Smothered and Covered Fries and more. Concert-goers are permitted to bring snacks and beverages as long as trash is picked up and disposed of properly. No alcohol is permitted on park premises.

Concerts are weather permitting. To keep up-to-date with parks department happenings and events, “like” the department on Facebook, facebook.com/warsawncparksandrec.

WASHINGTON STEM ACADEMY Haley Donahue speaks about fiber internet technology to Washington S.T.E.M. sixth grade students. Photo provided by Kosciusko Connect.

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Good Neighbors

Good Neighbors is a column in which readers share friendly advice. To ask or answer questions, write the Shopping Guide News, 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.

Drill found

Good neighbors: Found: Dewalt drill on CR 200E between CR 700N and SR 110. To claim, reply through this column. — A reader

Free dog

Good neighbors: Free dog: Black female retriever crossbreed; very friendly but needs to be in run as she likes to roam. Call (574) 223-3101 in Rochester.

Twin bunk bed

Good neighbors: I have a bunk twin bed with mattresses in very good condition; hardly used. If interested, please respond to this column, and I will call you. I live in the Wakarusa area.

New questions

Serger — Does any good neighbor have a Serger they no longer use? And also looking for an accordion. Call (574) 248-0181.

Avon dealer — Is there an Avon dealer in the Wakarusa or surrounding area that could help me

out? I’m looking for Skin So Soft oil. Please call (574) 862-1006 and leave a message.

Lost items — Lost: One large bag full of items from the Akron garage sales on Saturday, including a doll, decorative metal hooks, some baby items and misc. Just out of Akron, maybe on SR 14? If you find it, please call (574) 223-3101.

Split-rail fence — Does anyone know of an old split-rail fence that needs to be removed? I could use some rails in my backyard. Call or text (574) 9332421 if you can help.

Looking for old friend — I am looking for a friend and coworker I have lost contact with in recent years. His name is Don Huff. He lived in the Bremen area and I think he moved to Warsaw or Syracuse or one of those areas. May be in a home now on a lake. Please respond to this column if you know how I can reach this person. My name is Jim.

Marbles — I am in search of any old jars, bags or containers of marbles. Call (574) 835-0662.

Seeking vehicle — Would any good neighbor have a spare vehicle? I am on Social Security, but I have a new job and need reliable transportation to get around the area. If you’re able to help, please call me at (480) 622-8297.

Queen Of Lakes Pageant applications being accepted

The North Webster Lions Club 78th annual Mermaid Festival is rapidly approaching. On Saturday, June 22, one of the highlights of the festival will be the Queen of Lakes Pageant, sponsored by the North Webster Lions Club.

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The pageant has all the glamour, thrill and excitement of those shown on television.

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

Registration fees are $150. All registrations must be received by June 1.

The applications and rules may be printed from the North Webster Lions Club website at mermaid-

festival.com under “Applications.” Information is also available on Facebook at Queen of the Lakes Pageant.

The Queen of Lakes Pageant will be held Saturday, June 22, 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 to be held at 4 p.m. and then in the Queen of Lakes Pageant. They will be judged on “The American Dream” theme wear and formal gowns at 7 p.m. in the NWCC gymnasium.

The organizational/informational meeting for the pageant will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at Ken

Strong Productions in Warsaw. The Shoop Sports and Youth Foundation Inc., will provide scholarship certificates totaling $5,000, which 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 Inc., will total $1,500. Organizational meetings are being held now. If interested in helping with the planning of the 78th Annual Mermaid Festival pageants, reach out to a North Webster Lions Club member or contact them via Facebook.

What’s happening on Lake Tippecanoe

The events this summer are numerous. Here are just three things to see and attend. These events are hosted by The Lake Tippecanoe Property Owners. The public is invited. June 15 — Fish and chicken fry fundraiser, held at Camp Crosley, located at 465 East (Little Tippy), from 5-8 p.m. or until sold out. On T2A Lane, there will be an all-youcan-eat dine-in opportunity with live entertainment. The cost is $15 per person, children 5 and under are free. If carryout is your choice, T1A Lane is where you will want to go. Just pull up and receive your

meal of fish and chicken for just $15. Children 5 and under are free. For an extra cost, desserts will be available at both locations.

July 6 — The Lake Tippecanoe Flotilla will hit the water for this free event. This year’s theme is “All Things Indiana.” Some float ideas can be the Colts, Pacers, Indy 500 and Brickyard, or your favorite college team, just to name a few. It will be launching from the Patona Bay Snack Shop, lakefront, at 1 p.m.

Spectators can watch the flotilla from shore (Tippy Dance Hall) or by boat. The flotilla will take approximately one hour before return-

ing to the snack shop where cash prizes are awarded. If you want to participate, registration is from 1011:30 a.m. July 6 at the Patona Bay Snack Shop. For details and restrictions and rules, go to ltpo.org.

July 6 — Tippy Fireworks will begin at 10:30 p.m. This production is free and will be staged and launched from barges situated at the north end of Lake Tippecanoe. This event is a favorite. A possible spectator location is the Tippy Dance Hall, but be aware parking is limited. Show your appreciation by clapping and screaming after each aerial lights the sky.

STEUBY’S OPENS — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Steuby’s in Leesburg Wednesday, May 22.

In the front row are Chamber Director Rob Parker, Heather Lardino, Amber Lafollette, Meghan Carpenter, Sasha Shilling, Kelly Corn, owners Shawnee and Steuart Wysong, Nicole Jones, Grace Gibbs, Lany Saul, Kendyll Landis, Amanda Bibler, Sally Searfoss, Jessica Marroquin, Angie Schultz, Angela Hall, Troy Galbraith and Scott Wiley. They are shown with Steuby’s staff and other chamber ambassadors. Photo by Phoebe Muthart.

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The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Steuby’s in Leesburg Wednesday, May 22.

The former Stacy’s Restaurant and Family Dining in Leesburg is now Steuby’s.

Shawnee Wysong and her husband, Steuart, purchased the Leesburg business. Its new moniker contains part of Steuart Wysong’s name. It opened Feb. 7.

Shawnee said the couple originally purchased Stacy’s to move their insurance business, Wysong

‘Block Party’ at North Webster library helps children build skills

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County Health and Human Science educator, Shannon Shepherd, will be presenting “Block Party” at North Webster Public Library, 110 E. North St.

The lesson is being offered on three different Mondays, June 3, June 10 and June 17, and will run from 1-2 p.m. The program is provided to engage parents and guardians in block play with their children. The goal is for families to continue block play at home.

‘Be Heart Smart’ program at North Webster library

Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Health and Human Science educator, Shannon Shepherd, will be presenting “Be Heart Smart” in June in North Webster.

“Be Heart Smart” is a four-part, lecture-based program for individuals who want to learn more about preventing heart disease by making heart-healthy lifestyle changes.

The program will teach participants how to monitor risk factors for heart disease and how to make simple changes in their daily routine that can improve their heart health.

Lessons will take place from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays, June 3, June 10, June 17 and June 24, at the North Webster Public Library, 110 E. North St.

“Block Party” consists of five stations with different types of blocks. The children and their parents rotate through the different stations, which focus on different areas of development.

Blocks use a child’s own action for learning skills, with adult support, in the areas of math, science, literacy (pre-reading and language), social and physical (gross and fine motor development). Parenting skills are further developed at a block party through demonstrations and guided practice.

In the “Block Party” programs, adults learn to guide children’s early-learning experiences and use blocks as tools to support a child’s development.

Insurance Shoppe, into the building. However, after hearing how people still wanted it to be a restaurant, the Wysongs opted to keep it as an eatery.

The restaurant is “very community oriented,” said Shawnee. The menu includes “comfort food” with monthly specials, such as prime rib and broasted chicken. Pizza and fish are also on the menu along with appetizers and desserts.

There is a bar and it serves cocktails, beer and sangria, with a section of the restaurant still allotted for family dining.

Shawnee said hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and

Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.

“We’re just really excited,” Shawnee said of the opening of the restaurant. For more information, visit www.steubys.com or its Facebook page or call (574) 378-7264.

Summer reading challenge begins at NPL

Grow your love of reading this summer at the Nappanee Public Library. From June 1 to July 13, the library will be hosting its annual summer reading challenge. The challenge is to read for 1,000 minutes. No library card is required to participate.

Those who read 1,000 minutes to complete the challenge will earn one free pretzel with a dip from Perfect Twist Pretzels in Nappanee. By reading, participants can earn up to five grand prize tickets. Grand prizes include a Squishmallow, Yeti cooler, long board, gift cards to local businesses and more.

Join the library for special programs in June and July. There will be events for the whole family and activities just for adults, teens or children, as well as the library’s regularly scheduled programs.

The summer reading challenge is sponsored in part by the Friends of the Nappanee Public Library.

The summer reading kickoff party will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1. Celebrate the start of summer reading at the party. Go on a library scavenger hunt, spin the prize wheel and pick up your reading logs.

Get a free Kona Ice when you sign up during kickoff. The Kona Ice coupons are only redeemable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 1, at the library.

LEISURELY SWIM This cute couple wins the prize for being the first ones in the Nappanee City Pool this season.

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Retirement party for Darla Burns

Join the Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce in celebrating the retirement of Darla Burns. Burns is retiring after more than 12 years of service to the community working at the chamber. A celebration will be held

from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, May 30, at the Nappanee Center, 302 W. Market St. Everyone in the community is invited to attend.

Reminders for city residents

The Nappanee Street Department has several reminders for city residents.

Brush collection will take place every Monday through September. Only normal trimming of trees and bushes will be picked up. The department will not collect grass, sod, dirt, stone, concrete, mulch, stumps or building materials. Additionally, leaves must be bagged.

The department will begin sweeping streets as the weather permits. Residents, who have cars parked on city streets, must move them every 48 hours.

Residents can schedule removal of odd or large-size items twice a month by contacting Borden Waste-Away at (574) 293-5001.

The city encourages residents to visit bordenwasteaway.com/ nappanee-indiana-service-info for further information.

Letter to the editor Support and recognize the artists in Nappanee

Editor’s note: This letter of support for the Nappanee Arts Center was written by fifth-grader Graham Juday. His class assignment was to write a persuasive letter to the editor of a newspaper, convincing them they should write an article about an influential person in the community.

Dear Editor:

There is a special group of people who work in the Nappanee community. Those special people are artists of lots of projects in the Art Path, which is a nice, colorful bike path full of art that goes through the McCormick Golf Course and ends near Woodview. I appreciate them and their flawless work so much that I believe they deserve to be in the newspaper article. This is why you should put the creators of the Art Path projects in the newspaper.

First, the creators spend lots of time and money into their projects. For example, there are so many art areas including The Tunnel of Love, The Bike Rack, The Apple Orchard, The Flower Garden, and The Dog Pound. They are all beautiful pieces of art, and no one gets money for doing it. They do it for the joy of the bikers admiring their work. It is so

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selfless to do something just for others to enjoy the work. Editor, these awesome creators deserve to make an appearance, right?

Also, the creators use so many incredible items in their artwork. For example, in The Dog Pound, one of the creators used the front of a car as the head of the dog. Wow! Another person used an old, rusty bike and turned it into a blue marlin. One of my favorites is in The Flower Garden, where someone made an ancient frame into a flower mural out of Popsicle sticks. That is incredible. These mindblowing creators truly deserve to be in the newspaper for the amazing items they use. These projects deserve to be in it more than the Mona Lisa.

In conclusion, these creative, brilliant creators should make it into the newspaper. They spent lots of time and money into the projects, don’t get paid, and do it for the enjoyment of others. Plus, they use incredible items in their project that are so unique. I have lots of respect for the creators. So please editor, put this awesome group in the newspaper because they are so selfless, so creative, and so awesome.

Sincerely, Graham Juday

Our requirements are as follows: Letters must be written to the editor, not the public. They must be signed with full name in ink. Signatures will be printed on all letters. Letters must include an address and phone number, which will be used for verification, but will not be published. Letters may be emailed to dpatterson@ the-papers.com or send letters to: ‘the PAPER,’114 W. Market St., Warsaw, IN 46580.

Widner receives prestigious recognition

NorthWood High School has announced that Paul Widner and his athletic training team are recipients of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Safe Sports School award. Widner and his staff have once again been named a Safe Sports School “first team” for the next three-year period.

The award champions safety and recognizes secondary schools, which have met the recommended standards to improve safety in sports. The award reinforces the importance of providing the best level of care, injury prevention, and treatment.

“The health and safety of student athletes is critical as it has both immediate and long-term effects,” said NATA President Dr. Kathy Dieringer. “The National Athletic Trainers’ Association created the ‘Safe Sports School Award’ to recognize and champion schools nationwide that are committed to safety in sports. We are proud to see the list of award recipients grow exponentially each year as schools see the immense value in holding themselves to best practices and policies that ensure a high standard of athlete care.”

In order to achieve Safe Sports School status, as NorthWood did, athletic programs must do

the following:

• Create a positive athletic health care administrative system.

• Provide or coordinate pre-participation physical examinations.

• Promote safe and appropriate practice and competition facilities.

• Plan for selection, fit function and proper maintenance of athletic equipment.

• Provide a permanent, appropriately- equipped area to evaluate and treat injured athletes.

• Develop injury and illness prevention strategies, including protocols for environmental conditions.

• Provide or facilitate injury intervention.

• Create and rehearse a venuespecific emergency action plan.

• Provide or facilitate psychosocial consultation and nutritional counseling/education.

• Be sure athletes and parents are educated about the potential benefits and risks in sports as well as their responsibilities.

Widner teaches physical education. He is entering his 28th year of teaching, all at NorthWood. He also is a nationally- certified and state-licensed athletic trainer. He has been the leader of the NorthWood sports medicine/athletic training program since its inception in 1987.

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Mentone alumni prepare for 50th anniversary open house

During the upcoming Mentone Egg Festival, the Mentone High School Alumni Association will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the last class to graduate from Mentone High School.

A special open house for all county high school alumni will take place in the Mentone Elementary School gym from 12:303:30 p.m. Saturday, June 1, to honor all the graduates and area athletes who remember participating in events in the gym.

There is no charge to attend the open house, which will feature class memorabilia displays and special photos and information about former athletes and cheerleaders who spent

their high school years in the gym. Roving reporter Don Hurd (TVHS ‘75 graduate) will keep things lively. There will also be a prize for the alumni coming the longest distance to attend and special photo opportunities to record the fun.

The gym is one of the few county high school gyms still standing and in use. It was built in 1953 and is still enjoyed by the Mentone Elementary School. All area school alumni are encouraged to join the fun and to wear their high school letter jackets or sweaters, class rings or other items reminding them of their high school years. The Mentone Museum and Aaron Rovenstine

will have special photos and displays during the open house.

The event is part of the 2024 Mentone Egg Festival being held May 30, 31 and June 1. Graduates of the class of 1974 (the last graduating class) will be featured in the Egg Festival Parade. The school is being honored during the 2024 parade, and the theme is “Once a Bulldog…Always a Bulldog.”

The Mentone High School building was torn down in 1999 during the remodel of the existing Mentone Elementary School. The gym remained and became the center of the school.

MHS alumni interested in displaying memorabilia are asked

Stamp Out Hunger collects 5,200 pounds of food

The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive collected 5,200 pounds of food on Saturday, May 11.

The event is held the second Saturday in May annually by the U.S. Postal Service, National Rural Letter Carriers Association and National Association of Letter Carriers in the United States. The event strives to make significant do-

nations of food to organizations serving people in need.

The first event was held in 1993 in Warsaw. The 31st event this year supported the food pantries of Combined Community Services, Our Father’s Pantry and The Salvation Army. All three services are experiencing increases in requests for food, according to Envoy Ken Locke,

administrator of The Salvation Army, and local event coordinator with the Warsaw Post Office.

“On behalf of all three agencies, we greatly appreciate all the food received during this event,” Locke said. “We really appreciate the postal workers going above and beyond their duties to make this happen.”

to contact the alumni association board by emailing mhsalumniboard@gmail.com. More infor-

mation about the Egg Festival can be found at mentoneeggcity. com.

Mark your calendar to attend WPOA/SLA Family Breakfast

Mark you calendar and plan to bring your family to the annual Wawasee Property Owners Association/Syracuse Lake Association Family Breakfast. It’s a great way to celebrate the beginning of summer.

This year’s event will take place Saturday, June 15 from 7:30-10:30 a.m. at the Oakwood Resort Conference Room.

This event gives residents of Syracuse and Wawasee an opportunity to reacquaint, catch up with neighbors and make new friends.

The morning is more than just a breakfast. Among the organizations having displays will be the Wawasee Flotilla, with a few of the merchandise available to purchase this year displayed; Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation, with information about its programs, the Wawasee Inlet Nutrient Study and 10-lakes canoe trips; and Chautauqua-Wawasee,

providing information on all its programs. The Wawasee Property Owners Association will have WPOA flags available for $20.

The most popular display is the equipment from the Turkey Creek Fire Territory including its ladder truck and the opportunity to get a ride in the bucket above the trees.

Another popular activity is having a balloon creation made by Ken’s Balloons and Magic. Each year Ken’s Balloons creates table decorations and has youngsters of all ages lining up to have swords, flower hats or wrist creations and many more.

The breakfast menu will include pancakes, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, fruit, coffee and orange juice.

The cost is $12 per adult and $6 for those under the age of 6. No reservations are needed. Cash, check or credit cards are accepted.

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Mentone High School

The Mentone High Class of 1974 will be honored during this year’s Mentone Egg Festival as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

This year’s festival will be held Thursday, May 30, through Saturday, June 1. The three-day event features entertainment, games, food, a parade through downtown areas and much more. All entertainment events are free. Flea markets and craft vendors will line the main streets of downtown.

For the safety of everyone, no dogs — with the exception of service animals — or other pets are allowed in the festival area. Also, the sale of alcohol is not part of the festival.

Thursday, May 30

Along with flea markets, crafts and food, there will be a children’s area to help kick off the festival at 5 p.m. The children’s area will be uptown. The Bulldogs (formerly

Spike and the Bulldogs) will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the fire station. This concert is in memory of Russell and Leona Eber.

Friday, May 31

The fun starts at 11 a.m. Grab a Bell burger and more from the tent at the Bell Museum. The flea markets, craft booths and food vendors will be open from noon to 9 p.m. For the kids, there will be inflatables and games until dark.

The 29th annual Egg Festival Car, Truck and Motorcycle Shown and Echoes of the Past Tractor Show will get underway at 4 p.m. on Tucker Street.

Enjoy listening to 50s and 60s music while biding on silent auction items from 6-9 p.m. The band Ell River will perform at East Main Street and the Barricade Saturday, June 1

The Valley football team will be trying their hand at flipping pan-

cakes for breakfast from 6-10 a.m. at the fire station. Registration for the Egg City 5K/one-mile walk will be from 6:30-7:45 a.m. at the fire station with the races stepping off at 8 a.m. from the fire station.

The aroma of barbecue will be wafting throughout the festival grounds as the backyard BBQ cookoff gets underway at 9 a.m. in front of Hartzler Funeral Home.

The inflatables, games, flea markets, craft booths will also open at 9 a.m.

Judging for the parade will begin at 10 a.m. in the staging area with the parade stepping off promptly at 11 a.m. This year’s parade marshals are the class of 1974 from Mentone High School, the last graduating class.

At 12:30 p.m. will be the Miss Chick and Mr. Rooster contest. From 12:30-3:30 p.m. there will be an open house in the former Men-

COOLING OFF THE CROWD A young family member of a Seward Township firefighter helps cool off the crowd during the 2023 Mentone Egg Festival Parade. This year’s parade is slated to step off promptly at 11 a.m. File photo.

tone High School gym in Mentone Elementary School. There will be a class and county players Hall of Fame display. Come share in memories and light refreshments.

All county school graduates are invited to visit with friends and reminisce about high school days.

Kids games and the garden tractor pull will start at 1 p.m. At 1:30 p.m. will be the kiddie tractor pull, while at 2:30 p.m. is the

egg toss.

Mentone United Methodist Church will sing gospel music at 4 p.m. Awards for the backyard BBQ cook off will be presented at 4:30 p.m.

Winners of the cutest baby contest will be presented at 6:30 p.m. and the crowning of Miss Mentone will be at 7 p.m. The festival will wrap up with a Family Feud game show at 7:30 p.m.

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Nicole Lynn Harris Elementary School Teacher

Nicole “Nikki” Lynn Harris, 54, Elkhart, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, at her residence.

She was born on June 15, 1969, in Wabash, to Jerry and Shirley (Dyer) Harris.

LYNN HARRIS

On Oct. 31, 1992, in Wabash, she married John Phillip Hall. He survives along with one sister-in-law, Jennifer Hall Pernell of Union, Ky.; and four brothers-in-law, Carl Hall of Wabash, Wayne Hall of North Manchester, Randy Hall of Wabash and Andy Hall of Peru.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Dennis Harris; her in-laws, Phil and Connie Hall; and a brother-in-law, Mike Hall.

Nikki worked for the Elkhart Community School System as an elementary school teacher at Eastwood Elementary School. She was a member of the National Teachers & Educators Association, a member of the Indiana State Teachers Association and was a union representative for the Elkhart Community School Corporation. She enjoyed collecting stuffed bunny rabbits, antiquing, traveling and reading. She especially loved the Beatles.

In keeping with her wishes, cremation will take place and a celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date. Elkhart Cremation Services is entrusted with her care.

Memorial contributions may be given to Dollars for Scholars.

Forrest ‘Bud’ G. Vining Retired From City Of Warsaw

Forrest G. Vining, known to most as “Bud,” went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 20, 2024, in his home in Claypool at the age of 84.

He was born Jan. 23, 1940, in Etna Green, the son of Charles Vining and Millicent Carey Slone (Long). Bud led a fulfilling life dedicated to his family.

FORREST G. VINING

In his professional journey, Bud worked at several places throughout his career. He worked in the street department for the city of Warsaw for 23 years before retirement. On March 18, 1958, in the pastor’s home in Kosciusko County, Bud married the love of his life, Betty J. Millington. The two shared their lives together, raising their sons.

Bud was a true family man, embodying kindness and thoughtfulness in all his interactions. His love for fishing, hunting, westerns, wrestling, and country gospel music (especially Hank Williams) reflected his simple joys in life.

A man who took immense pride in his family, Bud’s proudest accomplishments revolved around the love and bond they shared. He leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue to resonate through generations. During his final moments, Bud was surrounded by his family who meant the world to him. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of his loved ones but also serves as a reminder of the impact he had on all who knew him.

Bud is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Betty J. Vining (Millington); son, Wesley Vining; eight grandchildren; 18 greatgrandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; and sisters, Jenny Shoe and Glenda Holbrook. He is further survived by many extended nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Bud is reunited in eternal peace with his parents, as well as his sons, Jacob and Glen Vining, and siblings, Jim Carey, Linda Craemer, Sue Fairbanks, Rob Clemons, Rodney Carey, Dave Carey and Judy Hudkins.

Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw is entrusted with the care of Bud and his family. Friends and family may gather there, 2000 Sheridan St., Warsaw, from 10 a.m. until noon Friday, May 24. At noon, his life celebration service will begin with Pastor Ron Patrick officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Oakwood Cemetery.

To leave a condolence or send flowers, please visit TitusFuneralHome.com.

Rose Brown

Rose Brown, 54, Warsaw, died May 16, 2024.

She was born Aug. 26, 1969.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Brown; daughters, Samantha Justice and Jordan Brown; stepdaughter, Heather Chaney; six grandchildren; father, Douglas Sprague; brother, Shawn Buelow; and many extended family members and friends.

A memorial gathering was held May 22 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

Gustavo Munoz Cruz

Gustavo Munoz Cruz, 48, Warsaw, died May 18, 2024.

He was born March 20, 1976.

Surviving are his parents, Evodio Munoz Rea and Maria de Jesus Cruz Ruiz; and siblings, Marta Munoz, Gerardo Munoz and Sergio Munoz.

Services were held May 24 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Warsaw. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Keith Enyeart Sr.

Keith Enyeart Sr., 83, North Webster, died May 20, 2024.

He was born Jan. 2, 1941. On June 10, 1962, he married Mary Alice Snyder. She preceded him in death Oct. 28, 2014.

Surviving are sons, Keith Enyeart Jr., Columbia City, Kevin Enyeart, North Webster, and Kent Enyeart, Germany; six grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

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

Alice Ruth Fitzwilliam

Alice Ruth (Larson) Fitzwilliam, 93, Warsaw, died May 18, 2024.

She was born Nov. 16, 1930. On March 24, 1951, she married Francis John “Jack” Fitzwillim. He preceded her in death Feb. 19, 2017.

She is survived by a son, Stephen Fitzwilliam, Kunming, China; daughters, Karen Wildman, Winona Lake, Susan Alford, Omaha, Neb., and Nancy Wildman, Winona Lake; 16 grandchildren; 40 greatgrandchildren; and one great-greatgrandchild.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 3, at College Church, 332 E. Seminary Ave., Wheaton, Ill. Burial will be in Wheaton Cemetery in Wheaton, Ill. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Mylah Rene Gimson

Mylah Rene Gimson was born sleeping in the arms of Jesus on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

She is survived by her parents, Brittany Treash and Drew Gimson, North Webster; her siblings, Amelia, Claire and Kane; maternal grandparents, Rebecca and Ralph Bush, Bremen; paternal grandparents, Scott and Sherry Gimson, Elkhart; aunts and uncles; as well as numerous cousins.

Services were held May 22 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

Patricia Kay Grove

Patricia Kay Grove, 66, Nappanee, died at 5:34 a.m. May 23, 2024.

She was born Feb. 24, 1958.

Surviving are sons, Thayne Grove and Tanner Grove, both of Nappanee; two grandchildren; and sisters, Sue Reaker, Bremen, Debra Brisco, Niles,

Mich., and Rosemary Scott, Tomah, Wis.

Cremation will take place and a celebration of life and burial at Stony Point Cemetery will take place at a later date. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, is in charge of arrangements.

Perry Huffman

Perry Huffman, 60, Nappanee, died at 3:19 a.m. May 2, 2024.

He was born April 11, 1964.

Surviving are siblings, Pamela Culp and Penny Huffman, both of Nappanee, Patty Walter, Oneida, Tenn., and Peggy Baxter, Risingson, Ohio; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

In keeping with Perry’s wishes, no public visitation or services are planned. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, at a later date.

Barbara Joan Johnson

Barbara Joan Johnson, 74, Goshen, died May 22, 2024.

She was born Jan. 23, 1950. In 1973, she married Don Johnson; he survives.

Surviving are daughters, Amy Lantz, Goshen, Cathy Penrose, New Paris, and Connie Troup, Goshen; nine grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; sisters, Sharon Miesel, Maine, Katie Jones, Indiana, and Molly Milliser, Ohio; and a brother, John Shafer, Indiana.

Services were held May 30 at People’s Bible Church, Benton. YoderCulp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Jeanette Pearl Johnson

Jeanette Pearl Johnson, 101, Mishawaka, died at 12:45 p.m. May 20, 2024.

She was born July 30, 1922. On May 30, 1941, she married David O. Johnson, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Ron Johnson, Syracuse, and Sue Grewe, Mishawaka; five grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 20 greatgreat-grandchildren.

Services were held May 24 at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen. Burial was in Bremen Cemetery.

Frank H. Miller

Frank H. Miller, 73, Goshen, died May 18, 2024.

He was born Sept. 25, 1950.

He is survived by a daughter, Angela Rivera, Granger; sons, Karl Miller and Kirk Miller, both of Elkhart, Frank Miller, Goshen, and Fred Miller, unknown; a stepdaughter, Sheena Moser, Millersburg; 13 grandchildren; a great-grandson; and a sister, Janice Hoffman, Union, Michigan.

According to his wishes, there will be no services. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Jerry N. Moore

Jerry N. Moore, 85, Cromwell, died at 11 a.m. May 12, 2024.

He was born April 30, 1939. On Dec. 20, 1968, he married Sandra Nelson; she survives.

He is also survived by a sister, Jean Moore Kennedy, North Webster; brothers, Gearold “Gary” Moore, Syracuse, Russell Moore, Arcadia, and Keith Moore, Warsaw; and several nieces and nephews.

A life celebration is planned for June 9 at Wawasee Lakeside Chapel. Thavisith Mounsithiraj

Thavisith “T” Mounsithiraj, 56, Goshen, died May 17, 2024.

He was born Nov. 16, 1967. On May

28, 1993, he married Jean Martin; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Tyler, Chicago, Ill., Annie, Nappanee, Kate, Molly, Kaleb and Luke, all of Goshen; a sister, Khingkham; and brothers, Thavisak, Viratham and Manotham, all of Goshen.

A memorial service was held May 26 at Nappanee Missionary Church. Cremation took place at Yoder-Culp Crematory, Goshen.

Mark Nuell

Mark “Dee” Nuell, 76, Warsaw, died May 10, 2024.

He was born Jan. 29, 1948. In keeping with Mark’s wishes, cremation will take place and there will be no public services. Heritage Funeral & Cremation Services of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Francis Olaf Olson

Francis Olaf Olson, 88, Milford, died May 14, 2024.

He was born Jan. 1, 1936. On Oct. 10, 2007, he married Audrey Woodward; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Beth Feiler, Goshen, Dawn Webb and Vicki George, both of Nappanee; stepchildren, Lisa Brady, Francesville, and Kevin Fulmer, Medaryville; seven grandchildren; six stepgrandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; and eight stepgreatgrandchildren.

In keeping with his wishes, no public visitation or services are planned. Burial will take place in Francesville at a later date. Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Milford, is in charge of arrangements.

Rick Pinney

Rick Pinney, 77, Syracuse, died May 21, 2024.

Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Susan L. Powell

Susan L. Powell, 65, Nappanee, died at 3:30 a.m. May 23, 2024. She was born April 11, 1959. On Feb. 14, 1985, she married Omer Powell; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Christi Haman, Syracuse, and Jason Brown, Colorado Springs, Colo.; nine grandchildren; father, Larry Davies, Bremen; and siblings, Michelle Peters and Craig Davies, both of Nappanee, Lisa Buck-Stachowski, Ray Buck, Tracy Buck and Larry Davies Jr., all of Lapaz. Services were held May 28 at Nappanee Missionary Church. Burial was in South Union Cemetery. ThompsonLengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Kaiden Blake Ruff

Kaiden Blake Ruff, 20, North Webster, died May 15, 2024.

He was born May 28, 2003.

He is survived by his parents, Dustin and Gina Ruff, North Webster; brothers, Kaleb and Isaac Ruff, North Webster; grandparents, Larry and Dodi Ruff, Warsaw, Lloyd and LeeAnn Holderman, Syracuse, and Dennis and Deb Elkins, Columbia City; great-grandmothers, Paula Canfield, Clarksville, Mich., and Betty Poppy, De Leon Springs, Fla.

A life celebration was held May 22 at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster.

Jason Lee Rummel

Jason Lee Rummel, 58, died May 18, 2024.

He was born Aug. 13, 1965.

He is survived by his parents, James and Pamela (Treesh) Rummel; his fiancé, Peggy Borton, New Paris; stepchildren, Naomi Timmons, Kendalville, and David Andrew Borton, Goshen; and brothers, James B. Rummel, Oxford, Miss., and Shawn P. Rummel, Baldwyn, Miss.

Cremation will take place at YoderCulp Crematory. Celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 20, at the home of Jason and Peggy. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, is assisting his family. Continued on page 13

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Paul Shepherd Sr.

Paul Shepherd Sr., 84, Warsaw, died May 22, 2024.

He was born Nov. 3, 1939. On July 28, 1989, he married Marcia Schrock; she survives.

He is also survived by nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; daughters, Melissa Chapman, Atwood, and Amy Elliott, Warsaw; sons, Paul Shepherd Jr., Columbia City, Scott Conley, Florida; and a brother, Bob Shepherd, Prestonsburg, Ky.

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

William B. Souder Jr.

William B. Souder Jr., 83, Syracuse, died May 17, 2024.

He was born Jan. 14, 1941.

He is survived by a sister, Karen English, Sun City, Fla.; a niece; and four nephews.

A graveside service was held May 24 at Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier. Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier, was in charge of arrangements.

Rhonda Lynn Turley

Rhonda Lynn Turley, 66, North Manchester, died May 20, 2024.

She was born Feb. 12, 1958.

She is survived by her daughter, Nicole Ledbetter, Columbus; son, Brandon Larson, North Manchester; brothers, David Turley, Indianapolis, and Stephen Turley, North Manchester; a granddaughter; and her friend, Angie Carrothers, who was like a sister.

Rhonda did not wish for funeral services, but instead wanted people to remember her in their own way. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Tadeo Rivera Vazquez

Tadeo Rivera Vazquez, infant son of Karla Vazquez and Luis Fernando Rivera of Warsaw, died May 17, 2024.

He was born Jan. 3, 2024.

Mass of Christian burial was held May 21 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery-Garden of Angels, Warsaw.

Wanda Weaver

Wanda Weaver, 96, Beechgrove, Tenn., formerly of Wakarusa and Venice, Fla., died at 2:12 p.m. May 19, 2024.

She was born Aug. 30, 1927. On Dec. 30, 1945, she married Wilbur R. Weaver. He preceded her in death June 19, 2007.

Students named to academic lists at Cedarville University

The following local students at Cedarville University have been named to the dean’s honor list for the spring 2024 semester. This recognition requires the student to obtain a 3.75 GPA or higher for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Nappanee — Benjamin Vincent, Gabrielle Vincent

Wakarusa — Andrew Callander

Warsaw — Aidan Bowell, Madeline Bowell, Colton Martin

Winona Lake — Joshua Jones

The following student at Cedarville University has been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester. This recognition requires the student to obtain a 3.50 GPA or higher for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Warsaw — Samuel Reynolds

She is survived by a daughter, Judith White, Beechgrove, Tenn.; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 30, with the funeral service following at noon, all at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Lienhart Funeral Home, 117 W. Waterford St., Wakarusa. Burial will follow at Bremen Cemetery.

LaVerna Kaye Webster

LaVerna Kaye Webster, 79, Warsaw, died May 21, 2024. She was born Oct. 18, 1944. On

Court News

Small Claims

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Taylor Baney, $300 Warsaw Health System LLC, d/b/a Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Sandra Cacahua Mendez, $2,416.91; v. Darren Estepp, $667.52; v. Ashton Fooshee, $6,760.90

Rockhill Pinnick LLP v. Craig Justice, $1,573.80

Client Services v. Connie S. McGuire, $747.60

Javyn Culp v. Roxanna Melendez, $1,400

Civil Collections

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

Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Clinton E. Green, $751.83; v. Carl J. Jared, $1,862.14; v. Lori Jared, $1,852.08; v. Lori Jared, $2,264.21; v. Tracy Lewis, $2,714.98; v. Lawrence McAfoose, $895.93; v. Allen Poole, $897.83; v. Chelsea Triplett, $2,365.31

LVNV Funding LLC v. Jesse Messer, $20,572.67

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. John Neer, $1,801.39

Regional Acceptance Corp. v. Brittany Huston, $7,096.36

Peabody Retirement Community v. Phyllis Sizemore, $12,534.03

Discover Bank v. Mercedes Solorzano, $6,721.75

Credit Acceptance Corp. v. George Sparks, $11,487.45

CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Curtis Spencer, $8,013.06 Resurgent Receivables LLC v. Brenda Szpejnowski, $3,833.26

Velocity Investments LLC v. Marvin Whitacre, $7,205.98

DNF Associates LLC v. Heather Whitaker, $900.75

Gateway Financial Solutions v. Frederick R. Willis, $8,420.64 Evictions

The following eviction has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Cavender Realty v. Abel Rosas, $5,800

July 2, 1983, she married Murl H. Webster. He preceded her in death Jan. 8, 2012.

Surviving are his children, Kimberley Lord, Saginaw, Mich., Mark Skibowski, Warsaw, and Jennifer Voss, Gregory, Mich.; stepdaughter, Becky Hayes, Davidson, N.C.; nine grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

A private memorial service will be held at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

June A. White

June A. White, 90, Syracuse, died May 19, 2024.

Mortgage Foreclosures

The following mortgage foreclosure has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Northwest Bank v. Damien Peterson, $80,566.53

Superior Court III

The following fines for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding — Joas R. Borkholder, Nappanee, $164.50; Irma Garza, Milford, $164.50; Dahianna S. Rivera Torres, Warsaw, $164.50; David M. Emmons, Warsaw, $164.50; Anne M. Kessinger, Warsaw, $164.50; Tylor S. Sweet, Syracuse, $164.50

Failure to register — Hunter B. Fitterling, Warsaw, $164.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Chad B. Howe, Warsaw, $25; Jonathan A. Schaetzle, Warsaw, $25; Jeremiah D. Bollhoefer, Warsaw, $25; Christopher R. Elder, North Manchester, $25

Unlawful possession of tobacco, e-liquid or an electronic cigarette — Daisy A. Villa, Warsaw, $164; Wyett B. Knight, Mentone, $164

Driving while suspended Elvidio L. Martinez, Warsaw, $189.50; Logan S. House, Milford, $189.50; Pablo L. Andres, Huntington, $189.50

No valid driver’s license — Richard Puentes Guzman, Fort Wayne, $164.50; Guanery G. Escobar Mazariegos, Warsaw, $164.50

Failure to register, no valid driver’s license — Omar Campos, Milford, $189.50

Learner’s permit violation — Brandon H. Mejia-Ochoa, Warsaw, $164.50

Marriage Licenses

Maynard-Durham

Ashley Ann Maynard, 35, Pierceton, and Ben Curtis Durham, 42, Syracuse Hermann-Chudy

Alexandra Hermann, 22, Warsaw, and Jacob Chudy, 22, Bloomington

She was born May 15, 1934. She married Charles D. White, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by a son, Lon White; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Services were held May 26 at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse.

Connie Jean Wyckoff

Connie Jean Wyckoff, 89, died May 17, 2024.

She was born April 26, 1935. In 1949, she married Cecil “Jimmy” Addair, who preceded her in death in 1988. On Nov. 18, 1993, she married Andrew Lee Wyckoff, who also pre-

Rautenkranz-Bastedo

Ronald Joe Rautenkranz, 63, Pierceton, and Carolann Michelle Bastedo, 51, Pierceton Brown-Boxley

Steven Wayne Brown, 28, Warsaw, and Makaila Boxley, 23, Warsaw McCormack-Wilson

Riley Thomas McCormack, 29, Claypool, and Janelle Rose Wilson, 24, Claypool

Morado-Cervantes-Medina

Cristian Omar Garcia Morado, 31, Warsaw, and Adriana Cervantes-Medina, 31, Warsaw Moore-Metzger

William Eber Moore, 71, Warsaw, and Kayla Aileen Metzger, 67, Warsaw Campbell-Cygan

Cody Allen Campbell, 33, Syracuse, and Kayla Christine Cygan, 33, Syracuse Quiroga-Whitfield

Jorge Adrian Medina Quiroga, 45, Warsaw, and Tamie L. Whitfield, 44, Columbia City Baldwin-Torpy

Kyle Emmitt Baldwin, 30, Warsaw, and Raechel Anne Torpy, 26, Warsaw Westerman-Warren

Andrew Jay Westerman, 49, North Webster, and Bonny Dee Warren, 53, North Webster Burns-Koorey

Blake A. Burns, 22, Winona Lake, and Elizabeth E. Koorey, 21, Warsaw Thompson-Kitson

Matea Thompson, 30, Warsaw, and Zachery Kitson, 30, Warsaw Rake-Sons

Edward L. Rake, 40, Warsaw, and Amanda R. Sons, 41, Warsaw Simmons-Rensberger

Dominique J. Simmons, 35, Leesburg, and Thomas D. Rensberger, 47, Warsaw Reed-Bivens

Sydnie G. Reed, 34, Mentone, and Morgan Edward Roscoe Bivens, 36, Mentone Lewis-Richardson

Samuel J. Lewis, 24, Groton, Conn., and Charissa R. Richardson, 23, Mentone Heathcote-Hart

Corey J. Heathcote, 46, Leesburg, and Sarah E. Hart, 45, Leesburg Frey-Hochstetler

Michael J. Frey, 21, Nappanee, and

ceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Nancy Meyer, Michael Addair, Ieager, W.Va., Wayne Addair and Tracy BloomKenney, both of Warsaw, Rick Addair, Pierceton, and Leta Addair, Claypool; stepchildren, Mitzi Christ and Becky Marti; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a sister, Alice Addair, Bland, Va. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 29, at Warsaw Family Worship Center, 1250 Husky Trail, Warsaw. Visitation will resume one hour prior in the church. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Lanita R. Hochstetler, 18, Nappanee Medina-Reyes

Javier Estrada Medina, 57, Milford, and Theresa L. Reyes, 52, Warsaw Schmucker-Kuhns

John R. Schmucker, 27, Nappanee, and Linda P. Kuhns, 28, Bremen Ponce-Ramos

Antonio De Jesus Alonzo Ponce, 37, Warsaw, and Maria Luisa Martinez Ramos, 36, Warsaw

Marriage Dissolutions

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Kosciusko Superior Courts I and IV: Carver-Shuster — Kelsea Carver, Cromwell, and James Shuster II, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 2, 2017, and separated in August 2021. One minor child.

Martin — Bobbi Deane Martin, Pierceton, and Kenneth Scott Martin, Warsaw. They were married May 5, 2021, and separated Feb. 19, 2024. One minor child.

Shaw-Yoder-Yoder — Angie M. Shaw-Yoder, Warsaw, and Nicholas M. Yoder, Nappanee. They were married Feb. 2, 2022, and separated in October 2023. No minor children.

Clark — Lucina Clark, Warsaw, and Claude Clark, Warsaw. They were married March 21, 2015, and separated Feb. 9, 2024. One minor child.

Staab-Neace-Neace — Katelynn Staab-Neace, Warsaw, and Gary Neace, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 26, 2019, and separated May 13, 2024. Three minor children.

Olmstead — Jeremy Olmstead, Milford, and Terry Olmstead, Milford. They were married Dec. 18, 2018, and separated May 10, 2024. No minor children.

Marsillett-Allen — William Marsillett, Etna Green, and Lisa Allen, Warsaw. No minor children.

Griggs — Amanda Griggs, Warsaw, and James Griggs, Pierceton. No minor children.

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Monica Smith called the meeting together at 9:48 a.m. Smith thanked the members for their support during her term in office.

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Cindy Norton read the treasurer’s report. Renatta Erwin made a motion to approve the report, and Judy Becker seconded it. It passed.

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Federated Insurance® Chairman Jeffrey E. Fetters Announces Retirement; Nicholas R. Lower to be Appointed Company’s Next Chairman

Long-time Chairman of the Federated Insurance Companies, Jeffrey E. Fetters, announced his planned retirement at the end of 2024 during the 120th Annual Policyholders Meeting held in Owatonna on April 16, 2024. Fetters has served as Chairman since 2012 and been with the organization for nearly 45 years.

“My decision to retire comes following a five-year succession planning process in which I worked with our distinguished Board of Directors to ensure that our Executive Staff is extremely well prepared to guide our organization into an even brighter future,” Fetters stated. “It is time for this next generation of leaders to take the reins. I am especially pleased to share that, at my strong recommendation, the Board of Directors of the Federated Insurance Companies has unanimously approved the appointment of Nicholas R. Lower to be the next Chairman of Federated Insurance. Nick will assume his new duties as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer upon my retirement.”

An Indiana native and Ball State University graduate, Fetters joined Federated Insurance as a marketing representative in Valparaiso, Indiana, in 1980. He went on to hold all marketing management positions prior to being appointed Executive Vice President – Director of Insurance Operations, Chief Operating Officer and President, and then Chief Executive Officer in 2009. He was appointed Chairman of the Board of the Federated Insurance Companies on December 1, 2012.

Among his many professional achievements, Fetters is credited with redefining Federated’s mission statement, developing the organization’s next generation of executive leadership, steering the company toward profitable growth, and reaffirming Federated’s commitment to providing value through risk management and remaining an association member benefit.

“During his twelve years as Chairman, Jeff provided visionary leadership that drove Federated to achieve $2 billion in profitable property and casualty premium and has placed our organization in the best financial position of its 120-year history,” Federated’s Chief Financial Officer Mike Keller said.

Fetters and his late wife Marty served as Co-Chairs of the company’s annual fundraising event, the Federated Challenge®, for more than a decade. “Jeff and Marty’s passion for youth mentoring was the driving force for the event’s success each and every year,” said Julie Rethemeier, who retired as Federated’s Vice President - Director of Public Affairs and Advertising earlier in 2024. “Their steadfast belief in the Big Brothers Big Sisters® mission and results was infectious. They were positive role models who encouraged both Federated employees and Federated Challenge sponsors to get involved in mentoring our next generation. Their efforts had an undeniable impact and earned them many awards, while also pushing the Federated Challenge to become the largest private charity event in the state of Minnesota. Since its inception, the Federated Challenge has raised over $52 million for Big Brothers Sisters agencies in Minnesota and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America®, which is truly inspiring!”

“I’ve had the privilege of working with CEOs across the globe for 42 years, and Jeff is arguably the best I’ve ever come across,” said Frank Harrison, Chairman and CEO of HolbornTM, a global reinsurance intermediary and long-time sponsor of the Federated Challenge. “While his success in leading Federated in terms of growth and profitability speaks for itself, what truly sets him apart in my eyes is his intelligence; his down-to-earth relatable nature; and his deep care for Federated, its employees, and its policyholders. A passion for risk management and preventing losses is in his DNA, and the work he and Marty have done on behalf of the Federated Challenge in addition to his daily responsibilities leading Federated is nothing short of extraordinary. He will long be remembered!”

Fetters has also been a strong advocate for enhanced infrastructure throughout Owatonna over the years, and was instrumental in the $22 million donation to help fund construction of the new Owatonna High School. “Jeff has always instilled a strong sense of community pride in Federated’s Executive Staff,” President and CEO Nick Lower said. “He cares deeply for those in need, and his generosity extends beyond Federated’s impressive corporate giving, to his own personal volunteerism and financial support of causes that improve the quality of life in our community and across the nation.”

Upon Fetters’ retirement, Nick Lower will become only the sixth Chairman in the 120-year history of Federated Insurance. Lower is an Ohio native and Muskingum University graduate. He joined Federated in 1999 as a marketing representative and went on to serve in leadership roles in the organization’s Marketing Management, Association Risk Management Services (ARMS), Marketing Incentives, and Marketing Administration departments. He became First Vice President - Director of Marketing in June 2017 and Senior Vice President – Director of Insurance Operations in December 2017. He was named Executive Vice President in 2019 and Chief Operating Officer in 2021. Lower was then named President in 2023 and President – Chief Executive Officer in January 2024. Lower and his wife Jessica reside in Owatonna with their sons Trent and Grant. Together, the Lowers will assume the mantle of leadership for the Federated Challenge and carry forth Federated’s proud tradition of corporate citizenship, charitable giving, and community investment in its headquarter city of Owatonna and across the country.

“Throughout his 25-year Federated career, Nick has overseen nearly all Federated functions, and has invaluable experience and insight into our operations and industry. He has a proven ability to develop others and innovate while remaining true to our values, culture, and mission,” Fetters said. “The Board of Directors and I have complete and total confidence that Nick will be an outstanding Chairman and is well equipped to set forth the vision and steer our company to new heights.”

“It has been an honor to lead Federated Insurance during this important time in our history,” Fetters said. “I have cherished every minute and consider myself incredibly blessed to have had a place among a remarkable, centurylong tradition of strong leaders and exceptional employees. Having full confidence that this tradition will continue, I will retire with a peaceful heart and the comforting knowledge that Federated’s best years are right in front of us.”

About Federated Insurance

Founded in 1904, Federated Insurance is a national insurance and risk management organization that serves the property, casualty, and life insurance needs of clients in select industries. The organization has more than 500 recommendations from state, regional, and national associations and buying groups, and is rated A+ (Superior) by industry analyst A.M. Best®.

Pictured above: Chairman Jeffrey E. Fetters announces retirement.

Pictured above: Federated Insurance Chairman Jeff Fetters (right) and his late wife Marty served as Co-Chairs of Federated Insurance’s annual fundraising event, the Federated Challenge®, for more than a decade.

Pictured above: Federated Insurance Chairman Jeff Fetters provided visionary leadership, during his twelve years as Chairman, that drove Federated to achieve $2 billion in profitable property and casualty premium.

Pictured above: President and CEO Nick Lower will become Federated Insurance’s sixth Chairman in the Company’s 120-year history, upon Fetters’ retirement.

Warsaw Community High School

2024 Graduating Class

Shashank Upadhyay SENIOR CLASS PRESIDENT

Miranda Aviles-Quintero SENIOR CLASS REPRESENTATIVE

Jadyn Hart SENIOR CLASS REPRESENTATIVE

Ana Brito-Rosales SENIOR CLASS VICE PRESIDENT

Saphrin Boschet SENIOR CLASS REPRESENTATIVE

Thomas Solloway SENIOR CLASS SECRETARY

Isabella Cano SENIOR CLASS REPRESENTATIVE

Grace Ganser STUDENT BODY PRESIDENT

Ella Collins SENIOR CLASS REPRESENTATIVE

BODY SECRETARY

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Commencement: Friday, May 31 at 7 p.m. Tiger Athletic Complex Fisher Field

Class Motto: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt

Class Flower: Gardenia

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