the Paper - June 19, 2024

Angie Speicher named

EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR

By LAUREN ZEUGNER Editor

When Angie Spiecher’s assistants grabbed her and pulled her into a closed door meeting, she panicked. This was her procedure for sharing bad news with them.

“My heart was in my throat when they told me I needed to sit down,” she said.

What she was told next left her stunned. Spiecher, a special education teacher at Pierceton Elementary School, had been named Educator of the Year by the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Indiana Education Committee. She was nominated for her kindness, heart of gold, and the genuine care she shows to all her students and families.

Spiecher’s room assistants and the school’s English Language Learner teacher nominated her and kept the whole thing a secret for six months. Even her daughters, Kelsey and Konnor, were in on the surprise. Her application was submitted by the Pierceton American Legion Auxiliary Unit 258.

Spiecher is the resource teacher for kindergarten through third grade, working with students who have intellectual disabilities, have developmental delays or are emotionally disabled.

She literally stumbled into special education while pursuing a psychology de -

gree. One of the requirements was to observe a special needs classroom. She did and fell in love.

“I don’t know what it is, but I loved it,” she said. She had found her niche.

“Now, it’s really rewarding for me to see parents bring their kids through the school to the end,” she said.

Spiecher just finished her 38th year teaching and has no plans to slow down anytime soon.

A native of the area, Spiecher attended Whitko schools. After graduating from college, she returned wanting to teach in the Whitko School Corporation.

She taught in Akron for three years before moving to Pierceton Elementary where she’s been ever since. Spiecher noted she started her career in the old elementary school, which she misses.

She is honored to be named Educator of the Year.

“I’ve been overwhelmed. It’s very nice,” she said. “This is a very big deal. The way we are in my room with my assistants, we have an amazing team, and we share things about our personal and professional lives.”

She still marvels at how her school team and her own children managed to keep the secret for so long. When asked how her students felt about

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EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR Special education teacher, Angie Spiecher, panicked when she was pulled into a closed door meeting by her assistants. It usually meant bad news. She was informed she had been named Teacher of the

Year by the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Indiana Education Committee. She will be honored at the national convention, held in Indianapolis in July. Photo provided by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 258.

PIERCETON CUB Special education teacher, Angie Spiecher, will always be a Pierceton Cub. She has taught at the school for over 30 years and has no plans to slow down anytime soon. Photo by Lauren Zeugner.

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O’Neill leading The Watershed Foundation board

By LAUREN ZEUGNER Staff Writer

John O’Neill had just returned from taking a group of Lilly Center for Lakes and Stream “kids” out on Chapman Lake for their first water test of the season when ‘the PAPER’ called for a phone interview. The students were looking at water quality, what was in the water from nutrients to bacteria to the water’s PH levels, and more for their research.

For the last nine years, O’Neill has been one of three who serve as boat captains for The Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams. Dr. Nate Bosch had just started at Grace College when O’Neill and his family moved to Chapman Lake from Wisconsin. He attended an informational meeting Bosch had about lake health, and O’Neill ended up volunteering to be a boat captain.

“It’s great. You’re the contact person for research on lake,” he said, during the phone interview.

From there, he started asking questions about wastewater and sewers. O’Neill explained as someone who grew up on the near south side of Chicago, he never had to worry about septic systems.

From being the boat captain, O’Neill was invited to join the board of directors for The Watershed Foundation, which focuses on the Upper Tippecanoe River

Watershed covering Kosciusko, Noble and Whitley counties.

O’Neill, who worked in the commodity pits of Chicago, came on the board as treasurer, served as vice president for two years, and just recently started a two- year term as board president.

“I really enjoy the work of The Watershed Foundation. I’ve learned so much,” O’Neill said.

O’Neill is no stranger to living on the lake. One of six children, O’Neill’s father purchased a cabin on Great Bear Lake, located near Grand Junction, Mich., when O’Neill was a boy.

“As a young kid, I go to be on the lake a lot... I always loved it,” he said. “I was lucky to grow up on a lake. It’s not a fancy place (Grand Junction). That was our bliss.”

O’Neill and most of his siblings were involved in athletics.

“You’re running non-stop,” O’Neill said. “When you go to the country, you have each other.”

O’Neill and his wife, Lisa, moved to Warsaw approximately 10 years ago. Lake City Bank was looking for a new CFO and a recruiter recommended Lisa for the job. After interviewing, she received an offer.

O’Neill told her they were not working for Lake City, and not living on a lake, so they settled into a house on Chapman Lake.

“Lake City has been very good

BOARD PRESIDENT John

O’Neill recently began his term as president of the board of directors for The Watershed Foundation. He joined the foundation after volunteering with The Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams. Photo provided by The Watershed Foundation.

to us,” he said.

The couple have three children: Bill, Katharine and Kevin. Bill and Katharine just graduated from medical school and are enjoying some downtime at home before starting their careers.

Bill will be working in Arizona, while Katharine will be working in Indianapolis.

Kevin, a Warsaw Community High School graduate, just finished his freshman year at Kalamazoo College.

O’Neill said the move to Indiana allowed him to be closer to family, which helped him assist his older sister while she cared for their mother.

“Moving here was a big plus for

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her being honored, Spiecher said they understood she won a big award, but couldn’t quite grasp the importance of the honor.

She will be honored at the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Indiana Convention in July. She, her family and her school team will travel to Indianapolis for the event. She’s to be honored on her 60th birthday. Spiecher said it will be quite the birthday bash.

She said she is a bit nervous since she has to go on stage in

front of a large crowd.

Spiecher heard the honor comes with a $500 donation to the school. Asked how she’d like to see the donation spent, Spiecher said, “Our old building had the most beautiful murals that were destroyed (when the building was torn down).”

She’d like to see the tradition of the murals in the hallways come back.

“I miss that about the old building,” she said.

When she was told she had been selected Educator of the

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Year, she received a beautiful flower arrangement and a fruit basket.

Asked what comes next, Spiecher said she isn’t interested in retiring anytime soon although she is contemplating doing something different later, such as possibly working at the Warsaw Community Public Library.

“My grandkids and I have spent a lot of time there. I love it,” she said.

She has two grandchildren, Addie and Easton. Another possibility is becoming a permanent substitute for the school corporation.

Spiecher explained she isn’t the type to retire. In fact, she struggles during the summer and Christmas break because she likes to be busy. When she isn’t teaching or creating lesson plans, she can be found at PTO events, school talent shows, parades as well as basketball games and other school activities. In fact, she’s been teaching summer school this month.

LOVING THE LAKE Shown are John and Lisa O’Neill on their beloved Chapman Lake. John has been a boat captain for The Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams for the last nine years. Photo provided by The Watershed Foundation.

Students graduate from Indiana Connections Academy

More than 700 students recently graduated from Indiana Connections Academy, a tuition-free, full-time public virtual school, as part of the class of 2024, including Aryanna Carpenter and Jamia Hunt of Warsaw and Judah Vore and Hayden Vostal of Syracuse.

Indiana Connections Academy’s class of 2024 consists of graduates from many cities and towns across the state, including Fishers, Terre Haute, Fort Wayne, Greenwood and more, who received a high-quality, online education. Among the graduating class, 50% plan to attend two- or four-year colleges or universities, including the University of Nebraska, Ball State

University and DePaul University. Additionally, 36% plan to enter the workforce, 10% plan to receive vocational training, and 4% plan to serve in the military or take a gap year.

Indiana Connections Academy provides students with the continuous support of highlyskilled teachers and a curriculum focusing on both academics and helping to build fundamental life skills. This combination fosters an environment for students to gain the confidence they need to thrive in today’s modern world.

For more than a decade, Indiana Connections Academy has served thousands of students with a variety of needs. Students

complete rigorous schoolwork in the comfort of their homes with virtual instruction and support from state-certified teachers. Students develop a strong degree of intrinsic motivation and critical thinking, while enrolled at Indiana Connections Academy.

Enrollment for Indiana Connections Academy’s 2024-25 school year is now underway for students in grades K-12. Interested families are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming online information sessions to find out if virtual school is the right fit for their students.

For more information about Indiana Connections Academy, visit IndianaConnectionsAcademy.com or call (833) 591-0251.

Interra’s Heather Cripe recognized by ‘Michiana Forty Under 40’

Heather Cripe, assistant vice president, senior financial analyst, has been named to the “Michiana Forty under 40.”

The program highlights the achievements of 40 outstanding young adults, under the age of 40, for their leadership, excellence in their respective careers and actively engaged and committed to community service.

“It is truly an honor to be named as one of the ‘Michiana Forty under 40’ class alongside many other distinguished and dedicated young leaders in our community. I am humbled and grateful to the South Bend Chamber for the recognition,” stated Cripe.

Cripe began her career at Interra Credit Union in 2018 as a finan-

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property their dad purchased on the other side of the Great Bear Lake.

“A lot of the lessons I learned here through The Watershed Foundation, I need to apply up there,” he said. “You need to keep learning and be open minded.”

One of those lessons is on conservation practices in farming. O’Neill said the issue of climate change is so important the Chicago Commodity started a climate commodity market in 1989.

“When you drive around here, when you see a field with a cover crop compared to one that doesn’t,” he said.

In addition to his work with The Watershed Foundation, O’Neill recently joined the Chapman Lake Association, which he describes as a new experience with applying for state fireworks permits and licenses

“The board is made up of good people, who care about the lake,” he said. “People love the lake ... It’s about the experience.”

cial analyst after graduating with a Bachelor of Science in business with a concentration in finance, from the Judd Leighton School of Business and Economics, Indiana University, South Bend.

In 2023, Cripe was the emerging leader selected by Filene Research Institute to be the Hoosier representative at the Credit Union National Association’s Governmental Affairs Conference in Washington, D.C., and also graduated from the Greater Elkhart Chamber’s Leadership Academy in May the same year.

Cripe is not only a leader in her role, but also an active community volunteer. When she is not working to grow her career, she volunteers as a teacher at the River Oaks Community Church, reads to young children through the United Way, and, for the past year, has been working with the program coordinator at Middlebury Community Schools to become a coach for the Girls on the Run program. Cripe lives in Elkhart with her spouse and two young children.

Interra’s Jeremy Bender selected for leadership program

Jeremy Bender is one of 28 of Indiana’s top farmers and agribusiness men and women, who have been selected to participate in the 21st class of the Indiana Agricultural Leadership Program, administered by AgrIInstitute.

During the two-year program, ALP class members will attend 10 seminars held throughout Indiana, study for a week in Washington, D.C., meeting with national leaders and spend 10-14 days studying internationally.

Bender is the agribusiness lending manager vice president for Interra Credit Union, bringing over a decade of dedicated service to Interra. Bender’s deep-rooted commitment to agricultural lending has been instrumental in supporting the farming community, fostering growth and cultivating lasting relationships.

He is a graduate of Purdue University and Indiana Wesleyan University. Bender is an active participant and member of several organizations some of which include: Wawasee Community Bible Church Trustee Board and Kosciusko County 4-H.

ALP Class 21 participants will begin their study July 11-13. This session will provide a program orientation for class members, including discussions of leadership, leadership qualities and applications, goal setting and understanding personality styles.

Through study and exposure to

critical public issues, participants are challenged to meet the evolving political, economic, social and cultural needs of society.

Over the next two years, the class members will study a wide range of leadership subjects and gain a broad understanding of the diversity of the agricultural industry in Indiana. The two years of study will provide the class members with enhanced skills and expertise to serve in leadership roles at local, state and national levels on behalf of the agricultural industry.

Since it began in 1984, over 550 participants have graduated from the Indiana Agricultural Leadership Program and are actively strengthening and transforming their local communities and the agricultural community as a whole.

HEATHER CRIPE

JEREMY BENDER

Angie Deak joins growing Milford Food Bank

Milford Food Bank has announced the hiring of Angie Deak as its new development manager. In this new capacity, Deak will be responsible for communications, marketing, fundraising relationships and events, leading the coordination of volunteers and helping with partner development.

The Milford Food Bank board and volunteers are excited to add an individual with the skills and experience Deak has in order to faithfully enhance their operations and meet their goals for growth and expansion while maintaining their mission of serving God, the community and their pantry and outreach partners. Deak, a Milford native, holds a degree in business administration with two decades of experience in marketing, sales and graphic design. Moreover, she has a passion for the well being of her community and is deeply rooted in the Milford area.

Deak currently serves as the vice president of Meet Milford, a nonprofit organization that coordinates local events like Food Truck Friday, which brings together community members, organizations and businesses.

In addition, Deak is the owner of Made on Main, a creative studio on Main Street in Milford, which employs local and talented art instructors to make the arts accessible to all ages and skill levels.

Deak holds positions on multiple committees related to downtown redevelopment and economic improvements for Milford. She and her husband, Mike, have two daughters, and attends Wawasee Community Bible Church.

Deak began this week and will

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“I am looking forward to helping continue the growth of the food bank,” she said. “The people

and families touched by the generosity of so many at the food bank is evident that God is working here in a big way. You can feel it. I’m blessed to be a part of it.” Milford Food Bank is a faithbased organization with a mission of sharing the love of Christ by providing food to those in need. It serves over 180 organizations throughout northern Indiana and southern Michigan, and distributes over 350,000 pounds of food each month to community kitchens, residential facilities, backpack programs and other community food distribution organizations. To get involved with the food bank, visit milfordfoodbank.org.

Indiana among states added to behavioral health program

Indiana was one of 10 states added to the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid Demonstration Program, according to a statement by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services June 4.

The program provides states with funding helping them expand access to mental health and substance use services. These clinics are required to directly provide or partner with another organization to provide nine types of services. Some of these services include offering 24-hour mobile crisis teams, emergency crisis intervention and outpatient mental health and substance use disorders treatment.

“The movement to CCBHC ensures that all patients across the state of Indiana will have someone to call, a place to go and someone to respond regardless of where they live,” said Shannon Hannon, Bowen Center chief operating officer. “There had been a long-standing gap in the service continuum between outpatient and inpatient services where patients needing something in between found themselves struggling to get the interventions and support they needed. Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics help fill a gap to ensure patients are receiving the appropriate level of services where and when they need them.”

Homesteading expo June 22 features author Joel Salatin

The Jackson Ridge Homesteading Expo, with featured speaker and author Joel Salatin, aims to provide inspiration for hobby farmers and for homemakers.

The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at 675 N. Arnott St., Nappanee, with the entrance just east of The Barns of Nappanee from U.S. 6. It is a fundraiser for Jackson Ridge School.

Author Joel Salatin will be the featured speaker on the topics “Folks, This Ain’t Normal” and “Creating the Farm You Love.” Drawings will be held throughout the day for a copy of Salatin’s book.

Salatin, 64, describes himself as a “Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer.” Others have described him as “the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson.”

The expo will feature more than 40 vendor booths as well as a variety of speakers on special topics and demonstrations.

David Hochstetler of Crystal Lite Dairy Equipment will talk about “The Benefits of A2A2 Milk.”

“Fermenting Foods and Drinks

for Digestive Vitality” will be the topic for Joe Gady of Farming for Life.

Poultry will be the topic of discussion for a special panel, which includes Salatin of Polyface Farms, Bud Miller of Superior Poultry Products, Andrew Yoder of Pasture Haven Farms, and Greg Gunthorp of Gunthorp Farms.

Demonstrations will also be offered on plant propagating, cheese making, butter making,

noodle making, chicken butchering, blacksmithing, hand-forging Damascus steel and wood carving.

Because this is a family event, activities will be offered for children, including puppet shows, train rides, story time and balloons.

Tickets for the expo will be available at the door and cost $40 per adult; children age 15 and younger may enter for free. For questions, call (574) 8314865.

FEATURED SPEAKER Author Joel Salatin will be the featured speaker at a homesteading expo Saturday, June 22, in Nappanee. Photo provided.

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INDOT commits $50 million for local safety projects

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced a commitment of $50 million in the Highway Safety Improvement Program funds to support safety improvement projects on local road networks across Indiana. The commitment solidifies the agency’s renewed focus on safety and a related goal of reducing fatal and serious injury crashes on Indiana roadways by 25% over the next 10 years.

“This is a goal that we can’t reach on our own,” said INDOT Commissioner Mike Smith. “It’s going to take all of us, at both the state and local levels, working together, to truly enhance roadway safety.”

A Notice of Funding Availability is now available, providing an opportunity for local agencies to implement specific safety countermeasures on local roads. Eligible countermeasures are systemic, lowcost improvements, which do not require additional right of way.

Examples include new or updated warning devices, signs or pavement markings, raised medians, curb extensions, pedestrian crosswalk improvements, guardrail additions or improvements, traffic signal enhancements or adjustments and improvements at rail crossings, among others.

Additional information regarding the NOFA and eligible countermeasures can be found at in.gov/indot/traffic-engineering/ traffic-safety-office/hsip-eligiblesystemic-improvements/?utm_

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Local cities, towns and counties receiving proposed funding will be required to use funds within two years of award. The call for projects will open Tuesday, Sept. 3, and close at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11.

Smith shared the agency’s new safety-focused goal in late 2023 and identified a number of strategies INDOT will execute this year, in additional to local safety funding, including:

• Buckle Up Phone Down: a large-scale initiative aiming to change driver behavior and tackles two of the most impactful actions people can take each and every time they get into a vehicle –— buckling up and putting the phone down.

• Identifying solutions: determining long, medium and shortterm improvement plans for problematic corridors and intersections on the state road network.

• Regional safety summits: all six INDOT districts held regional safety summits, bringing together state and local agencies, first responders and community partners to collaborate on safety-related issues and potential solutions.

• Worksite Speed Control pilot program: deployment of camera technology in up to four INDOT work zones, citations will be issued to drivers traveling more than 11 mph over the posted speed limit; the pilot is expected to begin in early fall of 2024.

Silver Lake Days returns with large turnout, fun for all ages

By LIZ ADKINS Staff Writer

After a six-year hiatus, Silver Lake Days returned with a twoday festival on Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8.

There was a large turnout for the Silver Lake Days parade, with close to 90 entrants passing out candy to the children in attendance. Claypool Elementary School representatives distributed books as part of their parade entry.

The parade’s grand marshals were Jean Weller and Marlin Carr, longtime Silver Lake residents and former Silver Lake Days organizers. Weller also is a Silver Lake Town Council member

Parade entrants included tractors, local business vehicles, police cars, and fire trucks.

Following the parade, Silver Lake Fire Department hosted a touch-a-truck event and tenderloin dinner. A petting zoo and children’s train rides were also on hand for kids to enjoy.

Festivities continue on June 8 with the Barrel Scrapers Band performing from 4:30-6 p.m. and the Unwound Band ending the day with their setlist from 6-9 p.m.

The Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams is inviting all families to make a splash at its summer program called “Critter Encounters.”

The free series started Friday, June 14, with fish, but there’s still time to catch the second two events.

Families can meet a mud puppy Friday, June 28, and travel to the world of turtles Friday, July 19; both are from 9:30-11 a.m.

Participants will get to do hands-on activities such as:

• Themed games.

• Story time.

• Critter creations.

• Interacting with the animals. Three story times will take place at each event: 9:40 a.m., 10:10 a.m. and 10:40 a.m. Participants also can enjoy snacks and a behind-thescenes experience with the aquatic creatures in the aquarium lab.

Although animal lovers of all ages can enjoy “Critter Encounters,” the

are

ward elementary-age students. Visit the Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams website at lakes. grace.edu/events to sign up.

Critter Encounter events are sponsored by Depuy Synthes.

activities

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MINI HORSES Those who attended the Silver Lakes Days parade were delighted by these miniature horses pulling a wagon along the parade route. Silver Lake Days came back after a six- year hiatus. Photo by Liz Adkins.

YOUNG BOATERS These youngsters had a ball riding and tossing candy to spectators in the Silver Lake Days’ parade aboard a speed boat. Silver Lake Days was June 7-8. Photo by Liz Adkins.

COOL WORLD Families participating in “Critter Encounters” can get a behind-the-scenes look at The Lilly Center’s aquariums. Photo provided by The Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams.

Seventh Indiana Light Artillery hosts

Text and Photos By MARISSA SWEATLAND Staff Writer

The Seventh Indiana Light Artillery, one of the region’s most active Civil War re-enactment organizations, hosted the fourth annual Nappanee Civil War Days this past weekend, Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9, at the Power from the Past show grounds, just north of The Barns, Nappanee.

The weekend was jam packed with era-accurate activities, such as pottery making, woodworking, blacksmithing demonstrations, skillet toss, cannon ball toss and, of course, Civil War battle re-enactments. There was also plenty of era food options to enjoy, such as turkey noodle soup, sweet po-

CIVIL WAR RE-ENACTMENT — The Confederacy re-enactors reload their weapons as Union re-enactors lay “dead” during the Civil War

tato pie and squash pie but there is also some classic fair favorites, such as pizza, elephant ears and lemon shake-ups.

“None of us, in this current lifetime, could ever possibly know, or even imagine, what it was like to be immersed in the long ago, bitterly raucous conflict between the states, known as the American Civil War,” Amy Lant-Wegner, secretary of Wakarusa Historical Society, wrote in a press release marketing the event. “But thanks

to the tireless efforts of a veritable nation of historical enthusiast, there is an opportunity to witness a glimpse of the soldiers in a faithful depiction of a Civil War battle, a chance to observe, in real time, the way the young men’s lives and in far too often scenarios, how they died.”

On the stage, musicians filled the air with their melodies. Saturday musical talent included Crystal River Band, Mike Hemmelgran, Full Measure, Mark

Gaut and Heartland Cloggers. President Abraham Lincoln, General and President Ulysses S. Grant and General Robert E. Lee also made appearances on the stage to give a speech.

For the kids, there were hayrides, games, scavenger hunt, Civil War museum and train rides. There was something to enjoy for the whole family, whether it was history itself, the music, delicious food or interesting demonstration. Taking a step onto the show grounds was like taking a step back into history.

On Saturday, June 8 was a fireworks show at night. The grounds opened Sunday, June 9 for more period, accurate fun. On the stage, on Sunday, Hemmelgran and Gaut performed as was the national anthem.

On the grounds, a church service was held at 10 a.m. Following was the ladies’ skillet toss, men’s cannonball toss and a Civil War battle. On both days, there was pottery making, woodworking, period music, train rides, blacksmith demonstrations, encampment, pewter craftsman, food and sutlers, Civil War museum, period-accurate kid games, saloon with music and treats, scavenger hunt and hayrides.

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battle at the fourth annual Nappanee Civil War Days.

O bituaries

Christopher Allen Bales

Christopher Allen “Chris” Bales, 38, Syracuse, died June 7, 2024.

He is survived by a daughter, Scout Avery Bales; aunt; uncle; cousins and countless friends.

Services were held June 15. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, was in charge of arrangements.

Domenick

Jayson Barnes

Domenick Jayson Barnes, 18, Ligonier, died June 10, 2024.

He was born July 17, 2005.

Surviving are his parents, Walter and Kimberly Barnes, Ligonier; brother, Kyle Barnes; sister, Izabella Barnes; maternal grandmother, Marion Carter, Ligonier; and several aunts and uncles.

No public services are scheduled at this time. A private cremation committal will take place. Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier, was in charge of arrangements.

Joseph Jessop Beer

Joseph “Joe” Jessop Beer, 49, Fort Wayne, formerly of Milford, died June 11, 2024.

Surviving are his daughters, Alexis Dziatcak and Madison Beer, both of Michigan; his mother, Deborah Beer, Syracuse; brothers, Jared Beer, Syracuse, and Cameron (Michelle) Beer, Indianapolis; a sister, Candace Adams, Wooster, Ohio; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Services were held June 17 at Milford First Brethren Church, 110 W. Catherine St., Milford, with a private internment to take place at a later date.

Lisa Renee Bennett

Lisa Renee Bennett, 53, died June 13, 2024.

She was born Sept. 23, 1970.

She is survived by her mother, Kar-

en E. Frantz, North Manchester; son, Harley Shingledecker, Three Rivers, Mich.; companion, Jeff “Ty” Coggins, Nappanee; brother, LaMont Bennett, Warsaw; stepbrother, Joe Frantz, Tipp City, Ohio; brother-in-law, Fred Gish; several nieces and nephews; and her friends, Tom and Jan Surface, Elkhart.

Services were held June 17 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery, North Manchester.

Sue Adele Bennett

Sue Adele Bennett, 91, died June 2, 2024.

She was born June 22, 1932.

She is survived by a daughter, Dr. Peggy Lewis, North Manchester; son, Jay Bennett, Golden, Colo.; two grandchildren; stepson, Shawn Bennett, Phoenix, Ariz.; brother, Lee Martin, Appleton, Wis.; sister-in-law, Sumie Martin, Atlanta, Ga.; numerous nieces, nephews and friends; and her cat, Jeffie.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date at Roann United Methodist Church. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Ronald E. Bruner

Ronald “Ron” E. Bruner, 76, rural Akron, died at 5:27 a.m. June 13, 2024.

He was born April 22, 1948.

He is survived by his wife, Wanda Bruner, Akron; sons, Michael G. Harrold, Columbia City, Kyle Bruner, Warsaw, and Brad Bruner, Cleveland, Ohio; daughters, Heidi Wiseman, Morocco, and Jill Smith, Middleville, Mich.; 13 grandchildren; one greatgrandchild; and a brother, Darrell Bruner, Youngstown, Ohio.

Services were held June 17 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. In-

MAKING A PURCHASE Cindy Close, right, makes purchases from Pam Yockey, left. Yockey was selling many wearable items, including hats of various styles.

Seventh Indiana

1864, in the Shenandoah Valley of northern Virginia. The Union was led by Major General Philip Sheridan and the Confederate by Major General Jubal Early.

Early attempted a surprise attack, driving three Union corps from the field. As Early and his men paused to reorganize, Sheridan rallied his troops and launched a counterattack from which Early and his forces couldn’t recover.

Sheridan’s victory at Cedar Creek eliminated any hope of further Confederate forces in the Shenandoah Valley and is one of the Union victories in late 1864, which helped cement President Abraham Lincoln’s re-election in November.

“We keep growing every year and every year it just keeps getting better,” First Lt. Vern Zentz, Seventh Indiana Light Artillery’s principal event coordinator, said about the event. “Every year, we sit down and list what worked

terment took place in Athens Cemetery where military honors were conducted by the Fulton County Honor Guard.

Ann K. Bullock

Ann K. Bullock, 88, Warsaw, died at 4:25 p.m. Dec. 16, 2023.

She was born Sept. 29, 1935. On Oct. 8, 1995, she married George Bullock, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are daughters, Kelly Powers, El Cerrito, Calif., and Kerri Powers Hoffman, Franklin; son, Christian P. Powers, McClure, Ohio; stepdaughter, Cynthia Bullock Szuch, Durham, N.C.; stepsons, Mark Bullock, Elkhart, Chris Bullock, Goshen, Brian Kell, Reading, Pa., and David Kell, San Anselmo, Calif.; 18 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 22, at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, 424 W. Market St., Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

William Jay Dawson

William Jay Dawson, 77, South Bend, died June 7, 2024.

He was born July 16, 1946. On Nov. 24, 2000, he married Joan L. (Whitmer) Martinson; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Jennifer Odiorne, Wakarusa, and Janelle Baker, Mishawaka; stepdaughter, Christine Hall, New Braunfels, Texas; stepson, Mark Hall, Stockton, Calif.; three grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; a great-grandson; a brother, Lyman “Bud” F. Dawson Jr., Warsaw; a half sister, Deb Swango, Rochester; and one stepbrother, Harold Dawson, Staunton, Va.

A memorial service was held June 14 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen.

Loraine DePriest

Loraine DePriest, 91, Elkhart, died June 7, 2024.

She was born Sept. 2, 1932. On Aug. 13, 1949, she married Fred DePriest. He preceded her in death July 28, 2017.

Surviving are her children, Donna Tripp, Goshen, Dana Burkey, Wakarusa, and Roger DePriest, Virginia Beach, Va.; 14 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and a brother, DeWayne Elliott, Benton Harbor, Mich.

Services were held June 12 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Fu-

neral Home, Wakarusa. Burial was in Prairie Street Cemetery, Elkhart. Mark DeWitt

Mark DeWitt, 60, New Paris, died June 8, 2024.

He was born Dec. 21, 1963. On Oct. 13, 1990, he married Jill Patty; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Alexandra Johnson, Milford, and Mitch DeWitt, Goshen; three grandchildren; his mother, Barbara DeWitt, Syracuse; sister, Marti Likens, North Webster; and brother, Mike DeWitt, Syracuse.

Services were held June 14 at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse. Burial was in Mock Addition North Webster Cemetery.

Densel D. Durst

Densel D. “Denny” Durst, 79, Ossian, formerly of Hoffman Lake, died June 10, 2024.

He was born July 18, 1944. On Dec. 12, 1964, he married Teresa Hein; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Angela Barrett, Dublin, Ohio, Jeff Durst, Franklin, and Amy Hoag, Bluffton; five grandchildren; siblings, David Durst, Deborah Durst Pavelko and Doug Durst; and sister-in-law, Mary Durst.

Services were held June 14 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw. Burial was in Stony Point Cemetery.

Shirley Fay Friend

Shirley Fay Friend, 81, Kendallville, formerly of Columbia City, died June 6, 2024.

She was born Feb. 22, 1943. On April 19, 1971, she married Larry Friend, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Rob Friend, Kendallville, and Millisa Burdette, Ligonier; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and siblings, Barbara Gilbert and Wanda Carroll, both of Fort Wayne.

Services were held June 12 at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, Columbia City.

Peggy Marie Hartsough

Peggy Marie Hartsough, 69, Ligonier, died June 12, 2024.

She was born July 29, 1954.

She is survived by a son, Frank Quinn, Ligonier; six grandchildren; a brother, Robert Rector, Pierceton; and sisters, Kathy Griffin and Carol Fulford, both of Dardanelle, Ark.

No public services will be held.

A private cremation committal will take place. Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier, was in charge of arrangements.

Dennis DeWayne Hull

Dennis DeWayne Hull, 69, Warsaw, died at 6:35 a.m. June 7, 2024. He was born June 17, 1954. On April 5, 1994, he married Jacqueline “Sue” Himes; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Randi Freel, South Whitley, and Rachael Moore, Fort Wayne; stepchildren, Keri Ann Goldwood and Jason Weed; four grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and brothers, Doyle D. Hull, Columbia City, and Daniel D. Hull, Michigan. Services were held June 13 at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. Burial was in Adams Cemetery.

Nancy Jean Hutchison

Nancy Jean Hutchison, 89, Goshen, died at 7:14 a.m. June 7, 2024.

She was born Sept. 14, 1934. On Dec. 24, 1952, she married Harold Hutchison; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Debbie Garber, Syracuse, Cathy Yoder, New Paris, and Lisa Kammerdiener, Millersburg; eight grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; 10 greatgrandchildren; four stepgreat-grandchildren; and sisters, Janet Bradford, Goshen, and Vicki Mast, Camden, Maine.

Services were held June 12 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Whitehead Cemetery.

Vernon M. Kauffman Sr.

Vernon M. Kauffman Sr., 72, Nappanee, died at 6:28 a.m. June 10, 2024.

He was born Oct. 1, 1951.

Surviving are sons, Mark Kauffman, Goshen, Mike Weaver, Corpus Christie, Texas, Gary Kauffman, Bremen, and Vernon Kauffman Jr., Nappanee; seven grandchildren; sisters, Mary Hershberger and Clara Borkholder; and brothers, David, Harvey, Floyd, Steve and Norman Kauffman.

A private family graveside service was held June 15 at Bremen Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

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and what didn’t so we can improve the next year. This year, we have re-enactors from Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan and Tennessee. In years past, we have had re-enactors travel here as far as Texas.”

Zentz has been involved with the Seventh Indiana Light Artillery for over a decade, starting at the rank of private and working up to his current ranking, first lieutenant.

Gold sponsors for the event included: Casper’s Coin and Jewelry, Copper Cross Trading, Ruhe 152 Brewery Co. and Power from the Past. Blue sponsors include Schwartz Electric and Clarko, Inc.

Red sponsors included Economy Offset and Digital Services, American Legion Post 365, B&G Discount, ALR American Legion Lady’s Auxiliary, Renee’s Family Breakfast, Wakarusa Electronics, S.A.L. Squadron 154, Locke Auto and Repair Inc., Countryside Estates and Wilson Financial.

Back in 1970, the average funeral cost only $980. Today, that amount has skyrocketed to between $7,000 and $12,000and the cost keeps rising right along with inflation. This is why it’s smart to plan ahead. When you prepay for your funeral, you’ll lock into today’s priceswhich means you’ll save your loved ones a bundle down the road.

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Vernon H. Kaufman

Vernon H. Kaufman, 82, Etna Green, died June 7, 2024.

He was born Nov. 25, 1941. On Dec. 21, 1963, he married Lucy Graber; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Cheryl Stutzman, Milford, Keith Kaufman, Nappanee, Carmen Yoder, Warsaw, and Terry Kaufman, Etna Green; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a brother, Irvin Kaufman, Nappanee; and a sister, Dorothy Kaufman, Nappanee.

A celebration of life was held June 14 at Nappanee Missionary Church Worship Center. Burial was in Stony Point Cemetery.

Mark A. Mayhew

Mark A. Mayhew, 56, Union, Mich., formerly of Syracuse, died June 3, 2024.

He was born Sept. 24, 1967.

Surviving are his children, Stephanie Brown, Austin Mayhew and Shalisa Mayhew; six grandchildren; brother, Rob Mayhew; a nephew; a niece; and cousins.

Services were held June 12 at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse.

Billie Wayne McBroom

Billie “Bill” Wayne McBroom, 83, Warsaw, died June 13, 2024.

He was born June 7, 1941. On Aug. 26, 1988, he married Joyce Eilene VanCuren; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Marcus McBroom, Warsaw; daughter, Pamela Endicott, Warsaw; five grandchildren; and eight greatgrandchildren.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26, at RedpathFruth Funeral Home, 225 Argonne Road, Warsaw. A memorial service will follow visitation at 1 p.m. A graveside service will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, with military rites conducted by members of the American Legion Post 49 and VFW Post 1126, both of Warsaw, and active duty members of the Navy Honor Guard.

Wilbur Dean McFadden

Wilbur Dean McFadden, 92, North Manchester, died May 22, 2024.

He was born June 7, 1931. He married Joyce Arlene Snyder, who preceded him in death.

Surviving are his children, Dan, Dave, Tim and Joy; brother, Ralph; 11 grandchildren; and six greatgrandchildren.

Visitation will be from 9-10 a.m. Saturday, June 22, at Timbercrest Chapel. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Manchester Church of the Brethren, 1306 Beckley St., North Manchester. Following the service, the family will received friends.

Emma June Niccum

Emma June Niccum, 97, Columbia City, died at 1 a.m. June 9, 2024.

She was born May 13, 1927. On Sept. 25, 1948, she married Dr. Warren L. Niccum. He preceded her in death April 12, 2005.

Surviving are daughters, Janice Kroekel, Scottsdale, Ariz., Phyllis

Browning, Vancouver, Wash., Barbara Kyler, Columbia City, and Laura Zeigler, Leesburg; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held June 13 at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.

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) Fulmer; 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.

A graveside service was held June 15 at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville. Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Milford, was in charge of arrangements.

Linda Sue Ridgeway

Linda Sue Ridgeway, 83, formerly of rural Wabash, died at 4:40 a.m. June 13, 2024.

She was born on March 28, 1941. On June 26, 1960, she married Myron Gene Ridgeway. He preceded her in death Jan. 23, 2021.

She is survived by two children, Paula Whiting, Andrews, and Les Ridgeway, Milford; and four grandchildren.

Funeral services were held June 19 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash.

Mary Louise Rohrer

Mary Louise Rohrer, 95, North Manchester and Laketon, died June 2, 2024. She was born June 22, 1928. She married Dennis Owen Rohrer; they divorced. Her companion was Donald Dean Thrasher, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Steven M. Rohrer and Denise Ann Rohrer, both of North Manchester; and two grandchildren.

Services were held June 14 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Servia.

Charles Sanders

Charles “Derick” Sanders, 35, Claypool, died April 12, 2024.

He was born May 7, 1989. On Jan. 27, 2021, he married Karen G. Prater; she survives.

He is also survived by his mother, Teresa Cantrell, Argos; siblings, Santanna Shook, Rochester, Samantha Wilson, Bremen, and Brianna Sanders, Nappanee; brothers and sistersin-law, Davey Prater, Warsaw, Terry Prater, Claypool, and Lori Cissom, Warsaw; mother and father-in-law, Brenda and Marcus Prater, Claypool; his aunts, many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Per his wishes, cremation will take place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Georgeann Schnurr

Georgeann (Shanley) Schnurr, 94, Fort Wayne and Bremen, died June 8, 2024.

She was born Dec. 27, 1929. On July 8, 1950, she married Jerry Schnurr, who preceded her in death in 1992. In 1994, she married Jesse Keith, who preceded her in death in 2017.

Surviving are her children, Jean Wagner, Geriann Wohead, Barbara Schramm, Susie Schnurr, Steve Schnurr, Lawrence Schnurr, Mary Fanning and Marty Zeltwanger; daughters-in-law, Kathy Schnurr and Kaye Schnurr; Jesse’s daughters, Janet Laffey, Kathie Seal, Mary Hively, Barbara Greisinger, Lois Flores and Julie Smies; special daughter No. 7, Deidre Kuhn; 33 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; siblings, Bill Shanley and Tom Shanley; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Services were held June 12 at St. Dominic Catholic Church, Bremen. Burial was in St. Ann Catholic Cemetery near Kewanna. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Margaret A.

Treat

Margaret A. Treat, 80, Wakarusa,

formerly of Goshen, died at 10 a.m. June 8, 2024. She was born Oct. 15, 1943. On April 20, 1962, she married Charles Edward Treat. He preceded her in death June 8, 2016.

Surviving are her children, Jeff Treat, Millersburg, and Felicia Miller, New Paris; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and siblings, Marilyn Patrick, Prestonsburg, Ky., Betty Tidwell, Wakarusa, and Linda Harshberger, Fremont.

Services were held June 13 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in West Goshen Cemetery.

Ina M. Weaver

Ina M. Weaver, 87, Goshen, died at 11:27 a.m. June 6, 2024.

She was born Sept. 13, 1936. On Jan. 27, 1957, she married Ivan G. Weaver, who preceded her in death Dec. 26, 1981. On Nov. 17, 2007, she married Harvey A. Weaver; he survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Lynnette Zimmerman, Minnesota, and Lauretta Martin, Nappanee; son, Lyle Weaver, Goshen; sisters, Naomi Martin, Nappanee, and Ellen Martin, Wa-

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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. Kaylyn Alldaffer, $5,988.47

Martin A. McCloskey, Attorney at Law v. Chelsea Beck, $895

General Audit Corp. v. Ashley J. Castro, $808.07; v. Katina Deaton, $1,027.41; v. Virginia Lackey, $570.59; v. Sean J. Ramirez, $5,766.32

Martin A. McCloskey, d/b/a McCloskey Law Office v. Brandon Cooper, $1,200

Warsaw Health System LLC, d/b/a Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Tina Cruz, a/k/a Music, $2,456.12

City of South Bend v. Eric Cuevas Figueroa, $1,077.33

Money Matters Professional Collections LLC v. Aubrey Dittman, $507.66; v. Lee G. Ford, $637.99; v. Jacob C. Johns, $873.49; v. Dena Patel, $1,659.80

Total Recovery Services Inc. v. Terry M. Rohr, $2,659.71

Civil Collections

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

Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Edith Backemeyer, $3,555.56; v. Rachell Holston, $1,055.43; v. Vicki L. Klinger, $1,595.59; v. Kimberly Thach, $1,006.02

Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Ebony Cardine, $15,879.95

LVNV Funding LLC v. Trevor Frazier, $813.15; v. Lauren Hill, $687.34

Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Daniel Ganoe, $3,513.22; v. Rebecca

karusa; brother, Ray Martin, Goshen; stepdaughters, Marie Brubaker, Ohio, Karen Glick, New York, and Faye Good, Ohio; stepsons, Kenneth Weaver and Lamar Weaver, both of Ohio; 15 grandchildren; 42 stepgrandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and 74 stepgreat-grandchildren.

Services were held June 10 at Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church. Burial was in Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa, was in charge of arrangements.

Magdalynn Wood

Magdalynn “Maggie” Wood, 26, Warsaw, died June 11, 2024.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

Michelle

Denise Young

Michelle Denise Young, 55, Warsaw, died at 2:28 p.m. June 8, 2024.

She was born Oct. 22, 1968.

She is survived by her father, Dan Wyatt; mother, Jean Gibson; siblings, Ashley Warnok and Bryan Wyatt; and stepsister, Emily Gibson.

Services were held June 15 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw. Burial was in Palestine Cemetery.

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Capital One NA v. Lauren D. Gault, $4,531.14

ADLP Investments LLC Series 1 v. Justin Goebel, $1,118.60

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Brent Graham, $947.68; v. Matthew W. Kreft, $2,389.32

SAC Finance Inc. v. Maicey A. Hollar, $15,639.34

American Builders and Contractors Supply Co. Inc. v. Lake City Builders II, LLC, $54,221.88

Velocity Investments LLC v. Amy Meade, $1,549.11; v. Ryan Woods, $3,859.73

Mariner Finance LLC v. Chelsea E. Nyce, $4,551.82

Kitch Acceptance Corp. v. Lanae Peter, $5,008.85; v. Jasmine Rabon, $11,184.16

Warsaw Health System LLC, d/b/a Komyatte and Casbon PC v. Tamara Senter, $16,825.88

Discover Bank v. Keifer Tomblin II, $7,696.72

Civil Torts

The following civil tort has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: Clayton Przewoznik, Jacqueline Sells Homann v. Victor Carangui, $74,500

Superior Court III

The following fines for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding — Margarita Juarez, Warsaw, $164.50; Russell K. Hardy, Pierceton, $164.50; Brett D. Gregory, Claypool, $164.50; Margaret A. Alspaugh, Warsaw, $164.50; Mark A. Zumbrun, South Whitley, $164.50; Saigautam Sirivella, Warsaw, $164.50; Andrew J. Hostetler, Wakarusa, $164.50; Todd R. Brovont, Silver Lake, $164.50; Mark A. Walerko, Mentone, $164.50; Gismely L. Montoya, Warsaw, $164.50; Michael E. Varney, Warsaw, $164.50; Armando Juarez-Nunez, Warsaw, $164.50

Speeding, no valid driver’s license — Nilder R. Puche-Gonzalez, Winona Lake, $189.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Jayden N. Rolston, Syracuse, $25; Vanessa A. Mayhew, Syracuse, $25; Hannah R. Eppenbaugh, Claypool, $25; Jehonadab M. Sill, Akron, $25; Shane E. Henderson, Warsaw, $25; Nicholas S. Iden, Syracuse, $25; David L. Upchurch, North Webster, $25

Failure to register, driving while suspended — Zachery B. Heim, Milford, $214.50

Driving while suspended — Teddy L. Shiver, Warsaw, $189.50; Zachery N. Morris, Warsaw, $189.50; Chelsea L. Smith, Bourbon, $189.50; Trevor J. Frazier, Warsaw, $189.50; Nikki R. Whitehurst, Claypool, $189.50; Saray C. Sanchez, Warsaw, $189.50

Distracted driving — Michelle L. Shepherd, Silver Lake, $164.50

Driving while suspended, operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility — Amy J. Stephens, Pierceton, $239.50

Improper display of license plate/interim plate from dealer

Peyton A. Krueger, Winona Lake, $164

Failure to register — Jonathan A. White, Warsaw, $164.50

Operating with expired plates

Alliyha Anaya Villa, Warsaw, $164

No valid driver’s license — Perry Peconga, Warsaw, $164.50

Address or name change violation — Rebecca A. David, Warsaw, $164.50

Marriage Licenses

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

Anne Torpy:

Federico-Harrison

Abria Danielle Federico, 23, Warsaw, and Bishop Rian Harrison, 25, Warsaw Elston-Neal-Young

Michael Elston-Neal, 32, Etna Green, and Kayla Lynn Young, 36, Etna Green

Neikirk-Fields

Kyleigh Madalyn Rena Neikirk, 24, Warsaw, and Jonathon Randell Armond Fields, 25, Warsaw Petgen-Crumbley

Caleb James Petgen, 20, Warsaw, and Lauren Anne Crumbley, 20, Warsaw Jones-Davis

Bobby Gene Jones, 70, Warsaw, and Melanie Marie Davis, 44, Warsaw Zambrano-Delion

Jose Zambrano Jr., 44, Pierceton, and Darling Delion, 46, Pierceton McNally-Solina

Mark Andrew McNally, 43, Warsaw, and Amber Solina, 42, Warsaw Brown-Taylor

David Brown, 28, Leesburg, and Emiliana Taylor, 25, Granger Kline-Gregory

Jennifer Kay Kline, 54, Warsaw, and Jamy Allen Gregory, 54, Pierceton

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Marriage Dissolutions

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Kosciusko Superior Courts I and IV: Deaton — Raquel Deaton, Warsaw, and Blake Deaton, Warsaw. With minor children.

Lamb-Hackworth — Kayla Lamb, Claypool, and Anthony Hackworth, Mentone. With minor children. Smith-Slagal — J.C. Smith, Warsaw, and Kayla Slagal, Tippecanoe. With minor children.

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Isabelle Jade Lehman

Devon and Maria (Bontrager) Lehman, Goshen, are the parents of a daughter, Isabelle Jade, born at 10:51 a.m. June 7, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 5 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 17 inches long.

Jeremy Daniel Chupp

Melvin and Mary (Schwartz) Chupp, Wakarusa, are the parents of a son, Jeremy Daniel, born at 6:15 a.m. June 8, 2024. He weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces.

Maternal grandparents are Menno and Rosemary Schwartz. Paternal grandparents are Robert and Joellen Chupp.

Jeremy joins five siblings: Eric, Kyle, Kendall, Joanna and Micah.

Jamie Cole Borntrager

Matthew and Donita (Lehman) Borntrager, Ligonier, are the parents of a son, Jamie Cole, born at 10:13 a.m. June 9, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 8 pounds, 15.5 ounces, and

Fritz — Anastasia Rose Fritz, Warsaw, and Joshua Fritz, Winona Lake. With minor children. Bremer-Warton — Frank Jesse James Bremer, Tippecanoe, and Irene Faith Warton, Cocoa, Fla. With minor children.

Tagler — Michael Daniel Tagler, Warsaw, and Krystal Lynn Tagler, Ellabell, Ga. No minor children. Bell — Heather Bell (Heather Eberstein), Leesburg, and Jonathan Bell, Nappanee. No minor children. Harrison — Elizabeth Harrison, Warsaw, and Christopher A. Harrison, Warsaw. No minor children. Crum — Michael Crum, Silver Lake, and Malia Crum, Laketon. No minor children.

was 21 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Daniel and Edna Lehman. Paternal grandparents are Amos Jr. and Susan Borntrager.

Martin Boaz Borkholder Marcus and Katrina (Mast) Borkholder, New Paris, are the parents of a son, Martin Boaz, born at 11:48 p.m. June 12, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 0.6 ounces, and was 19 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are David and Fannie Mast. Paternal grandparents are Lonnie and Rhonda Borkholder.

Martin joins a sibling, Nicholas. Jada Emalyn Fry

Lavern and Edna (Hochstetler) Fry, Topeka, are the parents of a daughter, Jada Emalyn, born at 12:27 p.m. June 12, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 18 3/4 inches long.

Registration open for family farm workshop

Registration is now open for Indiana Agricultural Law Foundation’s Estate and Succession Planning for the Family Farm workshop.

The annual program is targeted toward family farmers and attorneys and will be held via virtual webcast from 9 a.m. to noon Friday, July 19. The webinar is free of charge for all attendees.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 2022 Census of Agriculture, 51% of Indiana producers said they are involved in estate planning or succession planning, with the average age of an Indiana producer being 56 years old.

“It’s critical that families create their succession plans before they’re needed,” said John Shoup, director of IN AgLaw.

“With only about half of farmers in Indiana stating they have some sort of plan, it is evident that the conversation of transitioning the farm to the next generation can be difficult to navigate. This program is designed to encourage family members to have intentional conversations around farm succession and provide tools to develop plans for a successful transition.”

The 2024 session topics and speakers include:

REPORT AN ALGAE LOOM A blue-green algae bloom, which may lead to increased toxins, often looks like a bright green paint spill. Report a bloom sighting to the Lilly Center by calling (574) 372-5281 or by emailing lakes@grace.edu. Photo provided by Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams.

One simple way to keep your family safe on the lake this summer

From June to August, the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams will publish weekly lake toxin notifications to notify the public about dangerous levels of blue-green algae toxins. Sign up for toxin notifications at lakes.grace.edu/ microcystin.

Blue-green algae are a photosynthesizing, increasingly prevalent, potentially toxin-producing family of bacteria natural to freshwater. The “potentially” part works in two ways: not every species of blue-green produces toxins, and the toxin-producing species do not always produce toxin.

• Farm Succession Planning:

The Basics, presented by Clint Fischer, Ribstein and Hogan Law Firm.

• Hot Topics in Farm Estate Planning, presented by Dan Gordon, Gordon and Associates, P.C.

• Protecting Your Family’s Inheritance from Long-Term Care Costs, presented by Michelle Adler, Gordon and Associates, P.C.

• Marriage and Protecting Farm Assets, presented by Jennifer Hughes, Church Church Hittle and Antrim.

“The session topics provide practical information from experts in their fields on a variety of different subjects that can arise during the succession planning process,” explained Shoup. The virtual workshop is open to anyone interested in understanding the importance of estate and succession planning to their business. Participants will walk away with valuable tips for getting started. Attendees also will have time to ask questions after each presentation.

Registration for the event is required. Attendees may register at infb.org/events through Wednesday, July 17. CLE credits are being sought for attending attorneys.

The Lilly Center’s research team collects water samples from the lake during the week; the toxin team conducts a test to analyze whether the water sample contains the toxin microcystin. Those registered for notifications can expect an email notification on Friday morning with a link to the full results.

According to the Indiana Department of Environmental Man-

agement, the safety threshold for microcystin toxin is 0.8 parts per billion. The safety threshold for human health concerns is 8.0 ppb. Although less than 4% of samples in 2023 resulted in microcystin concentrations above the pet safety threshold, the Lilly Center will stay proactive in monitoring this threat. By zooming in on Kosciusko County’s major 14 lakes, the Lilly Center is laser-focused on empowering lake lovers with the information

they need to stay safe in the water.

Sign up for summer microcystin notifications by visiting lakes. grace.edu/microcystin. It is a simple way to stay informed and safe as you play on the water! Blue-green algae research and toxin notifications are possible thanks to support from the K21 Health Foundation, Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation & Visitor Commission, and many other individual supporters.

Local students named to dean’s list

The following local students were recently named to the dean’s list of their respective colleges/universities: Eastern Connecticut State University Nappanee — Juan Baltazar

Tapia, Mayra Yuliana Baltazar Tapia

University Of Kentucky College Of Arts And Sciences

Warsaw — Macelyn Marcuccilli

Manchester University celebrates the class of 2024

Manchester University salutes nearly 250 students, who graduated from Manchester University in the 2023-24 academic year.

Both the graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies were held Saturday, May 18.

The list of 2024 conferred graduates includes students who finished requirements in December 2023, January 2024 and May 2024.

Local graduates are:

• Rex Addair, North Manchester, Bachelor of Science in criminology.

• Brooke Batalis, Warsaw, Bachelor of Science in business management.

• Alissa Bickerstaff, North Manchester, Bachelor of Science in social work.

• Anthony Brown, Winona Lake, Bachelor of Science in biology.

• Chase Castillo, Pierceton,

Bachelor of Science in business management, professional sales and Spanish.

• James Corgan, North Manchester, Bachelor of Science in psychology and religious culture and religious studies.

• Kaitlin Graber, Syracuse, Master of Science in biology-chemistry and pharmacogenomics.

• Regan Hathaway, North Manchester, Bachelor of Science in environmental studies and peace studies.

• Kennidy Lauer, North Manchester, Bachelor of Science in business management.

• Kaitlyn Lewis, Mentone, Bachelor of Science in business management and professional sales.

• Kendall Littlefield, Syracuse, Doctor of Pharmacy.

• Alex Llewellyn, Milford, bach-

elor of arts in history.

• Kathryn Manuel, Warsaw, Bachelor of Science in accounting.

• Sydney Miller, Winona Lake, Master of Science in pharmacogenomics and Doctor of Pharmacy.

• Tyler Neuendorf, Warsaw, accelerated Bachelor of Science in nursing.

• Frances Schannep, North Manchester, Bachelor of Science in educational studies.

• Braxton Stewart, Warsaw, Bachelor of Science in English.

• Jake Svay, North Manchester, Bachelor of Science in music.

• Braden Thompson, Mentone, Bachelor of Science in accounting.

• Alexa Uribe, Ligonier, Bachelor of Science in accounting.

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Martin Personal Property Auction

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Grace College announces scholarship recipient

Grace College recently announced Justin Oilar of Lafayette as the 2024 full-tuition President’s Scholarship recipient.

Presidential Scholarship Days, an annual competition for highachieving high school seniors, awards nearly $2 million in scholarships.

These days are one facet of Grace College’s robust financial aid program, which provides institutional financial aid to 100% of its students, with more than 20% attending tuition free. This year, the scholarship days transpired on four different Fridays throughout the year.

Oilar first heard about Grace through a field trip he took with Faith Christian School in middle school.

“It was an amazing experience, and I got to see first hand how authentic the students and staff were to follow the example of Jesus Christ daily,” said Oilar.

As Oilar continued to develop his relationship with Christ, attending Grace became increasingly desirable to him. In February of his senior year, he attended Grace’s Presidential Scholarship Days in hopes of securing a scholarship.

Oilar was thrilled when he was named the full-tuition President’s Scholarship recipient.

“Throughout my life, there have been many great accomplishments along with hard circumstances that were difficult to overcome, but through it all, I know God works all things for good,” said Oilar.

“This scholarship is an incredible blessing, and I am excited to use it to advance my education, contribute to the world, and grow in my relationship with Christ.”

Oilar is undecided about his major, but he is certain the Lord will reveal his plan as Oilar continues to follow him.

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are for students who meet two or more of the following criteria: 3.75 GPA, top 20% class rank, and 1,230 SAT or 26 ACT score.

Larger scholarships range from $16,000 per year to full tuition, and all attendees receive a minimum of $1,000 per year added to their generous merit scholarships.

This year’s 332 competing scholars came from 19 states and six foreign countries. Their average high school GPA was 4.05.

The event schedule kicks off with an optional lunch and campus tour. The scholars are officially welcomed at the presidential welcome and a panel, before participating in 15-minute interviews with Grace College professors. The day wraps up with academic group meetings.

For more information about financial aid and scholarships available at Grace College, visit grace. edu/admissions, call (866) 9747223 or email admissions@grace. edu.

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Kosciusko Board of REALTORS announce scholarship winners

The Kosciusko Board of REALTORS recently announced its 2024 scholarship winners.

The KBOR scholarship is designed to identify and encourage bright and motivated students in Kosciusko County. In assisting with their educational expenses, KBOR hopes to help these students achieve all their continuing education goals. REALTOR members are proud to help build a better community through programs, such as this, in hopes these students make significant contributions in their chosen fields.

Maya Contreras — Contreras is a graduate of Warsaw Community High School. She was awarded KBOR’s 2024 “Spirit of the Heart” scholarship. This award honors REALTOR professionals, who have been lost that touched their community throughout their lives. KBOR hopes to pass on the spirit of mission and purpose with this specially designat-

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Contreras’ community service includes volunteering at Magical Meadows, assisting with horse therapy for disabled children. She also volunteered with the Animal Welfare League, Teen Court, and Habitat for Humanity. Contreras will be attending Purdue University in the fall majoring in engineering. Her career ambition is to work on projects, which could potentially help revolutionize health care or develop sustainable technologies.

Contreras is the daughter of Rafael and Shelly Contreras.

Addisyn Daley — After her graduation from Lakeland Christian Academy this spring, Daley will be attending Asbury University in central Kentucky in the fall. She will be majoring in equine studies, with a focus on assisted activities and training.

While attending high school, Daley volunteered as an instructor for three years, at Kosciusko

County’s local therapeutic horseback riding barn, Magical Meadows. She also volunteered with Combined Community Services and Habitat for Humanity. This was in addition to participating in volleyball, basketball, track and band at school.

Daley’s parents are Jim and Noelle Daley.

Macy Petersen — Petersen is a 2024 Tippecanoe Valley High School graduate. She played basketball throughout her high school career. She was named to the academic All-State Honorable Mention Team by IBCA. Along with sports, she is an active member of the Mentone United 4-H Club. Petersen has been accepted at North Central University, Minneapolis, Minn. Her major field of study will be sports management. Her aspiration is to obtain a job in the sports world on either the marketing or management side. Petersen is the daughter of Mike and Sarah Petersen, Claypool.

Riley Shepherd — Shepherd lives in Leesburg and is a recent graduate of Tippecanoe Valley High School. Shepherd has been a member of the National Honor Society since 2022 and was selected as an Academic All-Conference Athlete in 2023. This fall, Shepherd will begin to pursue a degree in agribusiness at Huntington University. His love for agriculture has come from growing up around production farms and years of involvement in 4-H. After a four-year varsity basketball career at TVHS, Shepherd will also be playing basketball for Huntington University. His parents are Joel and Karla Shepherd.

Vanellyz Vazquez Texidor Vazquez-Texidor is a Warsaw Community High School graduate. Vazquez-Texidor’s extracurricular activities during the past four years included peer tutoring and volunteering in day care, along with participating in the HOSA and Latino Club. After

losing her father at an early age, she was called to a career in nursing, which she will be majoring in at Manchester University. She sees nursing as an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives.

Vazquez-Texidor’s parents are Jose Vazquez Alvarez and Vanessa Texidor Garay.

Morgan Tuinstra — Tuinstra graduated from Warsaw Community High School with academic honors and technical honors. She also completed dual-credit hour courses in the Nursing Pathway program through Ivy Tech Community College, obtaining a clinical certified medical assistant certification.

She will be continuing her nursing education this fall at Indiana Wesleyan University. Her goal after graduation from IWU is to pursue a well-established career in nursing to make a positive impact.

Tuinstra is the daughter of Andrew and Julia Tuinstra.

Mentone Flying Club’s annual pancake and sausage breakfast

The Mentone Flying Club invites the public to its annual pancake and sausage breakfast Saturday, June 22, at the Fulton County Airport. Breakfast is served from 7-10 a.m.

Airplane rides (weather permitting) are also from 7-10 a.m. Breakfast is $7 per person, kids 5 and under eat free.

Airplane rides are $25 per person, per ride.

All proceeds from the rides will be donated to Operation Quiet Comfort. Contact Jessica at (574) 635-2406 or pilotjess@yahoo.com. Check out the club’s website at mentoneflyingclub.org.

Elkhart County Parade of Homes Plus features central site, playhouse raffles

It has been many years since the Parade of Homes of the Builders Association of Elkhart County has had a central site.

But the 2024 Parade of Homes Plus will feature 17 entries, including six homes at a central site in the Chelton Glen neighborhood in Bristol, two homes that are under construction, one remodel, and one landscaping remodel.

The parade got underway the weekend of June 15-16, but there’s still plenty of time to attend. The parade is continuing from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, June 20 and 21, and from 1-8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 22 and 23.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at Martin’s Supermarkets or online anytime (baec. com) for $8. Whichever home you

choose to visit first, you can also scan the QR code at the home and purchase $8 tickets. If paying in cash at your first home, tickets are $10 each. Credit/debit cards will not be accepted at the homes.

The parade book, with map, hours and other information, can be downloaded on the Builders Association of Elkhart County’s website. Parade books are also available throughout Elkhart County at various businesses, or may be picked up at the builders association office, 25428 CR 20, Elkhart.

New this year, two playhouses constructed by Elkhart County seventh-graders, with the help of Big C Lumber and Build Your Future, will be on display at the central site and raffled off for $5 per ticket (also available online or at the central site). Winners will have the playhouses delivered to their homes and painted in their choice of colors.

The premier sponsor for the parade is Mid-City Supply. Other sponsors include Kendall Lighting, LaSalle Bristol Flooring Center and Big C Lumber.

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