the Paper - August 16, 2023

BUS SAFETY TIPS

lebach, grant administrator. “This is not a suggestion — it’s the law.”

Some 25 million students nationwide begin and end their day with a trip on a school bus. Designed for safety, with flashing lights, giant mirrors, stop-sign arms and a bright yellow color, students are far more likely to get to school safely when taking a school bus than traveling by car, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

As students head back to the classroom, the Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership is reminding motorists to stop for school buses or face the consequences.

As of Aug. 1, Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership began increasing patrols to prevent stop-arm violations, speeding and other forms of reckless driving around school buses and in school zones.

The overtime patrols are funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration through grants administered by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute.

“When a school bus’s red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended, drivers must come to a complete stop,” said Craig Al-

Despite thousands of motorists being cited under the Stop Arm Violation Enforcement grant program, unsafe driving around school buses continues to be a concern, according to state officials.

In April, thousands of bus drivers, who participated in a one-day observational survey, counted 2,091 stop-arm violations in Indiana. The one-day total, when multiplied by the number of school days, adds up to a potential 376,380 violations throughout the school year.

The data comes from the National School Bus Illegal Passing Driver Survey, which is managed by the Indiana Department of Education.

This year, data collection took place April 25, with 6,665 bus drivers participating from 195 school districts.

“It’s disheartening that we still have people who are willing to put the lives of students and bus drivers at risk,” said Devon McDonald, Indiana Criminal Justice Institute’s executive director. “Law enforcement cannot be everywhere, so

it’s up to drivers to do the right thing and exercise caution around school buses. Students’ lives depend on it.”

During the enforcement period, officers will coordinate with local bus drivers and school transportation officials, with efforts concentrated in the morning and afternoon hours. The goal of the campaign is to raise awareness about the importance of school bus safety and following the law.

“Passing a stopped school bus is against the law and could have fatal consequences. Nothing is worth the risk,” said Allebach. “We need every driver to pay attention,

because children’s lives are on the line.”

Disregarding a school bus stop arm is a Class A infraction. Violators could pay a fine of up to $10,000, have their license suspended for up to 90 days for the first offense, or up to one year for the second.

If the person disregarding a school bus stop arm causes bodily injury to a person, the offense becomes a Class 6 felony. Violators face anywhere from six months to two and a half years in jail. If someone is killed, the offense becomes a Class 5 felony, carrying a sentence between one year and six years.

The following are some safety tips:

At The Bus Stop

• Arrive early at the bus stop, at least five minutes before the bus

while waiting for the bus.

• Supervise young children. Around The Bus

• Cross in front of the bus – at least 10 feet (or five giant steps) – and make eye contact with the driver before crossing.

• Never walk behind the bus.

• If you drop something near the bus, don’t pick it up; tell the bus driver.

Getting On And Off The Bus

• Wait until the bus has stopped and the door opens before approaching the bus or standing up on the bus.

• Use the handrail.

• Secure any loose or hanging objects, like straps on a backpack or drawstrings on a hood.

Behavior On The Bus

• Buckle up if seat belts are available.

• Stay in your seat keeping head, arms and papers inside the bus; talk quietly.

• Keep aisles clear of books and bags.

National School Bus Safety Week, held during the third full week of October each year, focuses on the importance of school bus safety.

David Allbritten lives a life of service

traffickers and more.

David Allbritten believes in serving others. He was just appointed to the Warsaw Wayne Township Fire Territory Board as a community member.

Before being appointed to the fire territory board, he served on Warsaw’s Traffic Safety Commission, which looks at a variety of traffic safety issues, from stop signs and speed limits to whether roads need to be widened or narrowed.

Allbritten was sworn in at the Aug. 1 fire territory meeting.

But serving on city and township boards are just a small part of how Allbritten serves his community. He recently retired after serving 32 years with the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms. He was assigned to the Fort Wayne field office, which serves 20 counties. with the majority of his time spent in South Bend heading up a multi-agency task force dealing with felons in possession of firearms, armed drug

“It was a great group of guys,” Allbritten said of the men he worked on task force. “I really enjoyed the guys I worked with. They’re trying to do the right thing.” He said he worked with great people at both the federal and local levels, and while he misses them, he doesn’t miss the middle of the night phone calls.

Allbritten studied sociology and criminal justice in college. After graduation, while looking for a job, he met an ATF agent in the gym. The two were chatting about the agent’s job. Allbritten liked what he heard, applied for a position and he was hired.

After serving the Department of Justice for 32 years, Allbritten turned in his badge and his gun. Now he “serves Jesus by serving others.”

“There are a lot of people who do the right thing. I serve those,” he said, explaining he’s active in a number of different community organizations that assist those in need.

He serves as mentor at Fellow-

ship Mission. He also volunteers with Combined Community Services. He and his wife, Brenda, attend Warsaw Community Church were he is also active in a variety of ways. He’s beginning the process to be a Stephen’s Minister.

He is also a member of the World Compassion Network offering disaster relief services. He explained the network has a regional focus and typically partners with a church in a disaster area. In this region he’s gone to help those affected by floods or tornados.

“I felt called to do this,” he said of his service work.

He and Brenda are also involved with Habitat for Humanity through Warsaw Community Church. Habitat for Humanity is currently building two homes in Claypool and the Allbrittens are mentoring one of the homeowners.

“I so enjoy these things,” Allbritten said. “My faith has been stretched. People just want to be heard and know someone cares. That’s what we’re called to do, love God, love your neighbor.”

When he isn’t busy helping others, Allbritten enjoys spending time with Brenda and his English Labrador, Hank. He is also loves blues rock, is a genealogy buff and loves to cook with sushi being his speciality.

The Allbrittens have two sons, both of whom are married. One is an estimator/construction project engineer while the other is in his

third year of residency at a large hospital system in Kentucky. The couple also have two grandchildren.

Public invited to Soil, Water Local Working Group meeting

The public is invited to join the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District Tuesday, Sept. 5, for a Local Working Group meeting.

The meeting will start at 7 p.m. at 217 E. Bell Drive, Warsaw. Held in alignment with Farm Bill objectives, the meeting emphasizes the role of residents in shaping local priorities.

Matters to be discussed include natural resource conservation and agriculture in the community. Participation from those knowledgeable about the area’s resources and agriculture is considered invaluable. Input will help to prioritize local concerns, affecting initiatives, such as the environmental quality incentives program and conservation stew-

ardship program. The meeting is meant to foster an exchange of diverse ideas to strengthen conservation efforts.

For more details, contact the Soil and Water Conservation District office at (574) 267-7445, ext. 3.

Goshen Health’s Denham receives Innovation Award

The American Cancer Society presented Dr. Fiona Denham, breast surgical oncologist at Goshen Center for Cancer Care, with their Innovation Award. Denham was honored at the Coaches vs. Cancer Night of the Stars July 31 at Four Winds Casino Hotel in South Bend. The award recognizes an individual who demonstrates an innovative approach to treating or caring for cancer patients and their loved ones.

The nomination came from a patient who wrote: “Dr. Denham is a blessing to the Goshen Center for Cancer Care team. I came to her for a second opinion and she presented all the options to me and my family. Dr. Denham was incredibly honest, but she also wasn’t shy to tell me that the least-invasive options were very effective as well. Because she’s a breast surgeon, I went to my first appointment expecting to schedule a surgery. That was not the case and I am so grateful for that. She is known to support patient autonomy and individualized decision-making. She believes it is of paramount importance to establish a plan

that fits each patient’s values and lets them feel empowered in their own care. Her innovative approach to medicine is appreciated by her patients, and I feel she is worthy of being celebrated by her peers and the community.”

“We appreciate this warm affirmation of Dr. Denham’s exceptional care of her patients,” said

Randy Christophel, president and CEO of Goshen Health. “We see evidence of her innovation and compassionate care every day. It’s so rewarding when patients take the time to affirm their health care providers, and when we can share stories like this one with the community.”

Denham joined Goshen Center for Cancer Care in 2017. She received her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. She is a board certified breast surgeon specializing in breast oncology as well as benign diseases of the breast, management of highrisk breast patients and genetic testing and evaluation. She also leads the breast cancer multidisciplinary care team and the NAPBC program.

Each year, Coaches vs. Cancer and the American Cancer Society host an annual event, as part of their Celebration of Hope events, to honor four local citizens who, in their daily lives, give of themselves through time and effort to fight the battle against cancer.

REMC launches new podcast, sparking conversations on energy, community

Kosciusko REMC has announced the launch of its latest venture, a co-operative podcast. Live Wire debuted Aug. 3 and will be available on various podcast platforms, as well as through the official podcast website at livewire. transistor.fm.

Live Wire promises to be an exciting platform where KREMC can directly engage with its valued members and the broader community through insightful discussions on energy, community initiatives and cooperative matters. By providing a direct line of communication, KREMC aims to foster a deeper connection with its community and enhance understanding of the cooperative’s mission.

The first episode of Live Wire features a conversation with local high school senior, McKale Hagg, who recently represented KREMC and the community on the prestigious 2023 touth tour to Washington D.C. Listeners can expect an inspiring account of McKale’s experiences in the nation’s capital.

“We are thrilled to launch the Live Wire podcast as an innovative platform to engage with our members and the community. Through this podcast, we aim to provide informative and engaging content

that highlights our commitment to sustainable energy practices, community development, and cooperative values,” said Tara Haack, manager of marketing and com-

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To listen to Live Wire, visit https://livewire.transistor.fm or access the podcast through your favorite podcast platforms.

Presenting SAM LANE

Pianist in Concert

Saturday, August 26, 2023

t 26 2023

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

(Ice Cream & Cookie Break Around 3:00 pm) Cromwell United Methodist Church 116 West Orange Street, Cromwell, IN Sam Lane, born blind, began playing the piano at age of three (3) after listening to his mother play the piano in church. His first concert was in nursery school, and he began formal training at the age of seven (7). Sam attended a school for the blind where he learned to read braille music which expanded his piano skills. Sam obtained his degree in Piano Performance from the Oberlin Conservatory in Ohio.

He currently resides in Bradenton, FL with his wife Anita, where he is serving as the Music Director for two churches, pianist for a senior adult choir, and performs nationwide sharing his musical gift that God has given him.

COME AND ENJOY THE MUSIC!

Sam will play any type of music by requestGospel, Secular or Classical. Cost: Donations accepted at the door.

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SummerFest tractor show and pull provides a fun-filled weekend

The Echoes of the Past hosted its SummerFest Tractor Show and Pull in Kosciusko County Aug. 4-6. Friday’s high temperatures and humidity was not enough to keep the community away from filling the SummerFest event area.

When the tractor show officially opened at noon, visitors young and old were taking in the different activities to enjoy. Patrons could walk the grounds, viewing the multitude of tractor makes and models. Exhibitors brought tractors, garden tractors, farm implements and steam engines.

On display was a working threshing machine. The threshed wheat was used to provide hours of fun for the kids in the coin treasure hunt game. A working baler was also on display as well as a husker shredder, a combine, grain trucks, an Army truck and of course, Ernie.

New this year was the addition of the Vintage and Farmhouse Market. Shoppers browsed booths filled with rare and hard to find antiques, furniture, goat milk products, blacksmith and leather work and clothing.

The kid’s activity area was a constant buzz of excitement. Choosing between which of the red tractors to drive proved to be quite tasking to some of the little ones during the tractor-driving experience. After taking a few spins around on the tractor, kids could jump in the corn pit or head to the tube slide. A second tube was added this year for double the fun.

Another addition to the kid’s area was the barrel train. Five cars pulled around by a garden tractor provided hours of entertainment, while being bustled around the grounds. The coin treasure hunt would prove to be a little more difficult to some than others, but smiles quickly appeared at the sight of the gold coin to be traded for a prize. Children could also find their way around the corn maze.

The Dotsons, a local Christian band, took to the stage Friday night to entertain the crowd with the sounds of gospel music. Saturday night the Barrel Scrapers got the toe tapping started when they kicked off their set with popular bluegrass music.

The crowd favorite tractor pulls did not disappoint. Tractors

of all horsepower showed off all they had, some pulling past the cones and faster than expected. A double-tree sled was introduced this year and proved to be a true crowd pleaser.

With the inclement weather Saturday, the pulls were cut short. The garden tractor pull went off without a hitch in between the rain and some of the tractors were able to get a couple of pulls in before the heavier rains stopped everything.

The Echoes of the Past will host its next event Oct. 13-14 at the same location. Fall Fest will be held at the corner of County Farm Road and CR 700S in Claypool. For more information, follow the group on Facebook or visit its website, www.theechoesofthepast. com.

Gospel concert Aug. 19 to feature Booth Brothers, Guardians

The Booth Brothers and The Guardians are returning to Warsaw to headline the summer gospel concert Saturday, Aug. 19.

The event will take place at the Warsaw High School Performing Arts Center, 1 Tiger Lane, Warsaw.

Doors will open for seating at 1 p.m., and the music starts at 2 p.m. with local favorites the No Name Quartet.

General admission tickets cost $25, and Artist Circle Seats cost $40. Limited Artist Circle Seats remain. Special group rate are available for groups of eight or more, which may use promotional code NLGP5 on the online order page to receive $5 off of each general admission reserved ticket. Tickets are available at itickets. com or by calling (800) 965-9324.

Grace College and the Village at Winona Concert Series are bringing the summer gospel concert to town with the help of Northern Lakes Gospel Promotions.

The Booth Brothers

The Booth Brothers include Michael, Jim and Buddy, who love Southern gospel music. They believe it touches the soul, offering encouragement and hope, and that they are fulfilling a mission from God through their music.

Ron Booth Sr., Ronnie and Michael Booth’s father, immersed his sons in Southern gospel music during the time he sang with the Rebel’s Quartet and other musical groups. They sang with their father as “Ron Booth and the Booth Brothers” until 1998 when Ron Sr. left the road. Ronnie and Michael renamed the group and continued as The Booth Brothers.

Paul Lancaster joined the group in 2014 to replace Jim Brady, and Buddy Mullins replaced Ronnie in 2021 when he left the group to spend time with his family. Paul came off the road with the group at the end of 2021 to be home with his family. Jim Brady rejoined the group at the beginning of 2022.

The Booth Brothers’ trademark

harmonies are continuing with the vocal abilities of all three.

The trio incorporates humor, songs and encouraging words in every concert. The group, collectively and individually, has received many awards over the years, including Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Trio of the Year, Male Group of the Year and Best Live Performers, among other awards.

The Guardians

The Guardians have claimed their place as one of America’s favorite Southern gospel groups with a string of hits like “Packin’ Up,” “Shoutin’ Sounds,” “Somebody Prays” and recent No. 1 single, “Present in the Presence of the King.”

The Guardians are a Southern gospel quartet with a unique sound, tight harmony and a passion of sharing the Gospel through music. Group members include Dean Hickman, John Darin Rowsey, Pat Barker, Scott Mullins and Paul Lancaster. Since the group’s

inception, The Guardians have received two Dove Award nominations and multiple Singing News No. 1 Songs and Fan Awards. The Guardians’ collective mission is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ, sing songs ministering to people’s hearts and touch lives. No

Name Quartet

The No Name Quartet, based in Winona Lake, has been singing for nearly 20 years, entertaining audiences with a mix of gospel, inspirational music and on-stage humor.

The group sang performances for about 10 years without ever choosing a name when a concert scheduler dubbed them the No Name Quartet. Members say they adopted the name because they felt it reflected their desire to humbly honor Jesus Christ through song. The group includes members Bob Jackson, Tim Yocum, Mike Yocum and Jeff Secaur.

The group has sung the national anthem at the former Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, and also sung alongside other well-

known gospel artists, such as The Booth Brothers, The Guardians, Triumphant Quartet and Wes Hampton of the Gaither Vocal Band.

Quartet members particularly enjoy performing in “the intimacy of the church sanctuary as one of the best venues for communicating gospel truth through song.”

KCCF grant supports key training at Cardinal Services

Cardinal Services recently received a $20,000 grant from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

The grant was for a three-day Balanced Scorecard Professional Certification training, led by a member of the Balanced Scorecard Institute. The purpose of the training is to build organizational ca-

pacity by aligning strategies, identifying/communicating priorities and measuring results. The training, which was held earlier in July, focused on the nine-step process of the balanced scorecard system:

• Organizational development.

• Strategic planning.

• Management.

• Objectives and

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strategy mapping.

• Performance measured.

• Target setting.

• Prioritization.

• Automation.

• Cascading.

As employees master these elements, Cardinal believes the organization will increase cost and operating efficiencies, and improve

performance throughout the company by shifting focus from activity to results.

Thirty employees participated in the training, including members of the quality assurance team, executive management, supervisors and employees from both Cardinal Services and Easterseals Arc of Northeast Indiana. With the train-

ing complete, employees will next take the online exam to be certified by the Balanced Scorecard Institute.

According to Cardinal Services Executive Director Vickie Lootens, a key outcome of the system is that it will give Cardinal a way to connect the dots between strategic planning and management.

KBOR Children’s Charities Car Show

By LAUREN ZEUGNER Editor

Kosciusko County Board of Realtors’ third annual Children’s Charities Car Show will be part of Warsaw’s Third Friday, Aug. 18.

This will be the first time the event will be held in downtown Warsaw. The first two years the car show has been held at Tippy Creek Winery in Leesburg.

“It’s been really successful,” said Michelle Cabrera, MLS coordinator for KBOR.

Along with a new location, this is also a new date for the car show. Cabrera said in the first two years, the show has been held in October. Cabrera said in the past the show had about 50 vehicles on display. The hope is, with the new date and location, at least 100 vehicles will participate in the car show this year.

The show will be held by the Kosciusko County Courthouse with vehicles on display on Buffalo and Center streets. Depending on the number of vehicles participating, the show’s area can be expanded.

Registration for the car show is $20 per vehicle and will be held from 4-5 p.m. with judging to take place from 5-7 p.m. Awards will be presented at 7 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for Best in Class, Best in Show and People’s Choice.

For car show participants, there will be giveaways every 20 minutes.

Funds raised from the car show go to KBOR’s Children’s Charities, which includes Back-To-School Backpacks, an event KBOR partners with Combined Community Services to provide local children with backpacks loaded with school supplies. KBOR has provided filled backpacks for as many as 35 Kosciusko County students.

Boots for Scholars, a program where KBOR partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana to provide local children with boots and shoes for

REALTORS SUPPLY BACKPACKS — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors continued its annual partnership with Combined Community Services to provide local children with back-to-school backpacks loaded with all their needed school supplies. For the 10th year, the group partnered with Sabrina Phillips, director of self-sufficiency, and CCS staff led by Executive Director Randy Polston.

This year, the Kosciusko Board of Realtors provided filled backpacks for 30 Kosciusko County students to ensure they were ready for the start of school. The 2023 Back-to-School Backpack

the winter months. The Big Brothers Big Sisters mission falls right in line with KBOR’s belief that children and families are made stronger when the community works together as partners to assist and support families in need. Funds from the car show also help fund six, $1,000 scholarships.

“The more money we raise, the more kids we’re able to help,” Cabrera said.

Those attending the car show and others who would like to make a donation are encouraged to call (574) 269-6706.

event took place Saturday, July 19, at the board of Realtors’ office. The board and its affiliate members are committed to helping build strong communities by giving back to the market in which they work and do business.

Pictured in the front row from left are LeAnne Francis, Ruoff Mortgage; Evan Markins; Jason Markins; Aubrey Markins; and Nicole Parson, Beacon Credit Union. In back row: Polston; Angie Jarrett, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group; Dominic Palmitessa, Northwest Bank; Shari Vermillion, Interra Credit Union; and Phillips. Photo provided by the Kosciusko Board of Realtors.

Children’s Charities

Son of Triton grad throws honorary first pitch at Padres game

U.S.

Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer

Matt Wanemacher, a 1999 Triton High School graduate, got to see his 8-year-old son, Julian, throw out the honorary first pitch at the San Diego Padres v. Pittsburgh Pirates major league baseball game Tuesday, July 25, in San Diego, Calif.

Former Triton teacher Bob Burris, who is Matt’s grandfather, shared the information and photos with ‘the PAPER’ and InkFreeNews. com. Burris noted that Wanemacher was an athlete at Triton and won MVP in football.

Letter to the editor

Proud of Kosciusko County 4-H’ers

Dear Editor:

Just before the 4-H livestock competitions begin, the 4-H’ers join together in a fun, light-hearted competition called, “The Battle of the Barns.” For many kids, this is the highlight of the week. Livestock barns compete against each other for the honor of flying the championship flag at their barn entrance. Points are given for various farm-related relays and “skill” competitions. A “tug of war” between the barns with the highest point totals determines the winner.

A very important part of the competition is a collection taken for various food pantries and community service organizations. 4-H’ers are given two minutes to collect money from the audience. These donations are then equally divided throughout our county. This year, the 4-H’ers collected $4,466 during the “Battle of the Barns.”

In addition to these funds, 4-H’ers are also given an opportunity to personally deduct money from their auction checks to designated food and food-related community organizations. This year, 116 youth participated in specified donations, for a monetary total of $3,400. Our 2023 4-H queen, Re-

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ese Rowland, donated the entire $2,265 proceeds from the sale of her “kiss” to community food pantries and a group of community business leaders joined in the spirit of giving by purchasing a retired “Battle of the Barns” flag.

Bob Bishop of Bishop Farms, Max Deatsman of Deatsman Grain, Gabe Ayers and Jared Haughee of Clunette Elevator, Greg Harden of Greg Harden Homes/REMAX Results, Dennis Polk of Dennis Polk Equipment, Bill and Jenny Stofer of Dental Solutions and Brian and Janel Zehring donated $3,752 to the Heart of 4-H. Altogether, our 4-H’ers, their special “barnyard” competition and Kosciusko County’s generous community donated a total of $13,883.

Kosciusko County 4-H Livestock Auction also partners with Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry to donate meat products. Beau Goshert, Morgan Himes, Haley Nelson, Anna Seewald and 10-year 4-Her, Cameron Zimmerman, donated their hogs towards this cause. The five animals yielded 660 pounds of sausage for an approximate value of $2,000. Thirty whole chickens were also donated to Hoosiers Feed the Hungry. The

meat from our 4-H poultry kids will feed approximately 120 family members. We are very appreciative of their personal decisions and willingness to serve their communities in this way.

The 4-H pledge states: “I pledge my Head to clearer thinking, my Heart to greater loyalty, my Hands to larger service, my Health to better living, for my club, my community, my country and my world.” We are so very proud of our Kosciusko County 4-H’ers for realizing the value of community and service to others.

The strength of the livestock auction provides the opportunity for our 4-H’ers to “pass it forward.” Their ability to give back to others is due to the generosity of our 4-H Livestock Auction buyers. Many thanks and our gratitude to the businesses, individuals and families that believe in the value of our youth and a 4-H program that teaches responsibility, commitment and models service.

The Kosciusko County 4-H Livestock Auction Committee

Submitted by Beth Lamb, Treasurer

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Joan Ellen Wagoner Beall

Retired School Teacher

Joan Ellen Wagoner Beall, 81, North Webster, passed away at 12:02 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, at Goshen Hospital.

She was born March 14, 1942, in Huntington, to Kermit L. and Olive M. (Smith) Funderburg.

She attended Huntington Community Schools for 11 years and then graduated in 1971 from Wawasee High School in Syracuse. She graduated in 1974 from Grace College in Winona Lake and received her masters degree in 1979 from Indiana University in Fort Wayne. She was raised in Huntington and moved to North Webster in 1959, where she resided until 1988 before moving to the Goshen/Millersburg area.

She was formerly married to Woody Wagoner and then was married on April 10, 1987, in North Webster to Richard L. “Dick” Beall, who preceded her on Nov. 29, 2020. She retired in 1993 as a first and second grade teacher at Millersburg Elementary School after 16 years and also taught at Polk Community Schools in Florida for 10 years. She and her husband retired to Lake Wales, Fla., in June 1993 and then returned to the Syracuse/North Webster area in 2005. After returning to the area, she worked as a greeter/hostess for Owen Family Funeral Homes for several years.

She formerly attended the North Webster Church of God, Goshen Church of God and Calvary United Methodist Church in Syracuse. She was a former member of the National Educators Association, Polk County Florida Educators Association and Indiana State Teachers Association.

She is survived by a daughter, Kimberly J. (Richard) Owen of North Webster; three sons, Rev. Mark A. (Lisa) Wagoner of Neon, Ky., Matthew L. (Terri) Wagoner of North Webster and Mitchell D. Wagoner of Syracuse; 15 grandchildren, Lindsay (Fred) Kreps, Melissa (Cory) Sidel, Michelle (Gabe) Burns, Amy (Scott) Farmer, Joshua (Jennifer) Wagoner, Kristen (C.J.) Coy, Jamie Elliott, Matthew Wagoner, Jeremiah (Lindsay) Wagoner, Alex (Autumn) Owen, Cassandra Wagoner, Bradley Wagoner, Katie Cockrill, Zach Wagoner and Jennifer (Derek Grim) Wagoner; 33 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; five stepchildren, Wayne Beall, Connie (Vernon) Graber, Marlene (Loren) Hershberger, Al Beall and Paula (Terry) Price; and several stepgrandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Robert A. Owen; and three sisters, June Niemann, Mary Lou Bennett and Lois Watkins.

Visitation was from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 8, at Eastlund Funeral Home, 7458 E. 1000N, Syracuse, and one hour prior to services Wednesday, Aug. 9. A celebration of life service was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Church of God, 302 N. Main St., North Webster. Burial followed in North Webster Cemetery.

Preferred memorials may be given to the Church of God Youth Fund, P.O. Box 313, North Webster, IN 46555 or New Hope Pet Rescue, 72555 CR 29, Syracuse, IN 46567.

Condolences may be sent to www.eastlundfuneralhome.com.

James F. Bickel

James F. “Jim” Bickel, 87, Akron, died at 8:36 p.m. Aug. 7, 2023.

He was born Sept. 30, 1935. On Nov. 5, 1953, he married Shirley J. Wentzel; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Fred Bickel, Warsaw, Jeni Adams and Jeff Bickel, both of Akron; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Ruth Ann Funk, Akron. Services were held Aug. 11 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Burial was in Akron Cemetery with graveside military rites by the Fulton County Honor Guard.

Bobbi Jo Bridgman

Bobbi Jo Bridgman, 62, Culver, died Aug. 3, 2023.

She was born Oct. 26, 1960. She is survived by a daughter, Chelsea Bridgman, Warsaw; son, Caleb Bridgman, Culver; her companion, John Kleist, Culver; four grandchildren; her mother, Barbara Harmon, North Judson; brother, Kevin Bridgman, Plymouth; and sisters, Debbie Ousnamer and Lana Shafer, both of Plymouth, and Christine Rauge, Gainsville, Fla.

Celebration of life services will be held at a later date. Braman and Son Memorial Chapel of Knox was in charge of arrangements.

Brandy N. Busz

Brandy N. Busz, 45, Warsaw, died Aug. 5, 2023. She was born July 12, 1978. On April 8, 2000, she married Jeremiah

Mildred Isabel McIntosh Mother/Grandmother Of Local Residents

Mildred “Millie” Isabel Moniz McIntosh, 96, passed away to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023, in her apartment with her grandson, Matthew Roley, by her side.

Mrs. McIntosh was born in Bermuda Sept. 19, 1926, the loving daughter of Manual and Isabel Moniz of Paget, Bermuda, and sister of Joyce Audrey Jacome of Warwick, Bermuda.

As an 18-year-old student, at the height of World War II, Millie attended Atlantic Union College in Lancaster, Mass. Upon graduation, she moved to Washington, D.C., married Robert Neel Roley in 1957, who had four children from a previous marriage.

In 1959, Millie proudly became a naturalized citizen of the United States. She excelled as an executive secretary and maintained that professional role throughout her career. Robert died unexpectedly in 1969. Millie married William Crane McIntosh, a father of four as well from a previous marriage, on Sept. 1, 1979, and lived in Birmingham, Mich., Evanston, Ill., and Nashville, Tenn.

She is survived by her loving sons and daughters, Jeffrey (Trudy) Roley of Warsaw, Scott (Linda) Roley of Tennessee and New Mexico, Laurie (Ray) Louis of Arizona, Mary Elizabeth (Robert) Landau of Washington, William Charles (Melanie) McIntosh of South Carolina, Bruce (Denise) McIntosh of Michigan and Margaret Blandford of North Carolina; and niece, Donna (Danny) Mello of Bermuda.

Her loving legacy lives on in the lives of her 19 adored grandchildren, including local grandchildren, Grace (Lucas) Whalen and Paul (Jennifer) Roley, both of Warsaw; 33 precious great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a grand-niece and nephew; and a great-grand-nephew. Up until the end she knew each child and their name and would exhibit great joy when they would call or visit her.

Millie was preceded in death by her mother and father; her sister, Joyce, (who passed away in March of this year, age 99); her husbands, Robert Roley in 1969 and William McIntosh in 2016; son, Douglas McIntosh; daughter-in-law, Delores McIntosh; son-in-law, Raymond Louis; and a great-grandson, baby boy Roley.

Millie’s loving legacy is born out by all of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren who came to her from many walks of life … she loved them all and they loved her.

Millie’s family would love to offer their appreciation for the wonderful care and love demonstrated by the staff of Clarendale at Bellevue and Hearts and Soul Hospice. She adored you and your heartfelt messages of care and tenderness given to the family following her passing will always be treasured. All of us, family, friends and staff, were beneficiaries of Millie’s love, affection and grace. Memorials in Millie’s name may be made to The Franklin Table and Salvation Army. There will be no visitation, however, a memorial service will be scheduled for early fall.

Busz; he survives. Also surviving are her children, Ander, Michael, Tahlia, Amberlee, Gabriel and Brennan; mother and stepfather, Terri and John Stump; siblings, Misty Simerl, Charity Cordill, Marlen Waldridge III and Keith Waldridge; stepsiblings, John Stump Jr., Todd Stump, Tina Streby, Louis Stump and Daleen Mast; grandparents, Leona Russell and Deidra Marsh; father- and mother-in-law, DeWayne and Becky Busz; sistersin-law, Gwenda Stiffler, Echo Schafer and Heidi Busz; and brothers-in-law, Christopher Busz and Andrew Busz. Services were held Aug. 12 at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Warsaw.

Geraldine A. Byland

Geraldine “Gerry” A. Byland, 88, Winona Lake, died at 6:30 a.m. Aug. 7, 2023.

She was born Nov. 7, 1934. On June 10, 1952, she married Fred S. Byland. He preceded her in death March 6, 2010.

Surviving are daughters, Sue Kaminski, Warsaw, and Julie Votaw, Syracuse; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

A private family graveside service was held at Syracuse Cemetery. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Albert V. Corricelli

Albert Vincent “Bart” Corricelli, 101, St. Petersburg, Fla., formerly of North Manchester, died Aug. 3, 2023.

He was born Feb. 4, 1922. On Aug. 20, 1948, he married Phyllis Ream.

In keeping with her wishes, no public visitation or services are planned. A cremation committal will take place at Legacy Cremation & Remembrance Center, Ligonier. Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier, was in charge of arrangements.

Daniel D. Fry Jr.

Daniel D. Fry Jr., 76, Nappanee, died at 4:06 p.m. Aug. 5, 2023.

He was born Dec. 11, 1946. On Oct. 24, 1970, he married Ruby Kuhns; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Brian Fry; daughter, Sherry Fry; three grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ellen Raber and Esther Anna Fry, both of South Carolina; and brothers, Joe Fry, Michigan, Christ Fry, Pennsylvania, and Clarence Fry, Indiana.

Services were held Aug. 8 at the Josey Slabaugh residence in Nappanee. Burial was in West Union Center Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Adrienne

A. Gaskill

Adrienne A. Gaskill, 86, Goshen, died Aug. 4, 2023.

She was born Oct. 10, 1936. She married Richard Gaskill, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Mark Branson, Chandler, Shawn Conatser, Nashville, Tenn., Cody Burke, Ligonier, and Gina Wheeler and Ginger Setzer, both of Goshen; daughterin-law, Susan Branson, Goshen; 17 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Eldon Owen Heyde

Eldon Owen Heyde, 97, Bremen, died at 10:42 a.m. Aug. 10, 2023.

He was born March 23, 1926. On Nov. 10, 1945, he married Eloise Kaufman. She preceded him in death Sept. 12, 2022.

Surviving are his children, Darla Smith, Warsaw, Devon Heyde, Plymouth, Robin Reynolds, Bremen, and Ron Heyde, Trenton, Ga.; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren.

She preceded him in death Aug. 28, 2015.

Surviving are his children, Patrick J. Corricelli, Peoria, Ill., Mikel J. Corricelli, Nashville, Tenn., and Angela “Angie” Goodwin, St. Petersburg, Fla.; three grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 10 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, with military services provided by the American Legion Post 286 and the United States Marine Corp.

Cindy K. Davis

Cindy K. Davis, 61, Ligonier, died at 3:38 a.m. July 30, 2023.

She was born June 25, 1962.

Surviving are her children, Brad Davis, Elkhart, Lindsay Koladin, Ligonier, and Ben Davis, Cromwell; six grandchildren; siblings, Geri Grigsby, Ligonier, Bridget Bontrager, LaGrange, Vickie Roney, Kingsley, Mich., John Oglesbee, Syracuse, and Jodi Koss, Middlebury; and several nieces and nephews.

In keeping with her wishes, cremation will take place. Her family will host a celebration of her life at a later date.

Barbara L. DeBolt

Barbara L. DeBolt, 69, Syracuse, died at 4:50 a.m. Aug. 7, 2023. She was born Sept. 21, 1953. On March 8, 1986, she married Richard DeBolt; he survives.

She is also survived by a daughter, Barb Donley, Ligonier; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, at Mishler Funeral Home, 2030 SR 331, Bremen. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 18, at the funeral home with one hour visitation prior. Burial will follow in Bremen Cemetery.

Albert Duane Jones

Albert Duane Jones, 76, Winona Lake, died at 9:19 a.m. Aug. 9, 2023.

He was born May 18, 1947. On April 3, 1971, he married Katherine “Kathy” Faith Norris; she survives. He is also survived by a son, David Jones, Winona Lake; daughter, Deborah “Deb” Dunlevy, Indianapolis; five grandchildren; and sister, Sharon Colvin, San Diego, Calif.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Military rites will be conducted by members of the American Legion Post 49, VFW 1126, both of Warsaw, and active duty members of the Marine Honor Guard. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, at Grace Village Retirement Community in The Chapel. Friends and family may visit prior to the service from 1-2 p.m. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Mary Ellen Lemelin

Mary Ellen (Peterson) Lemelin, 76, Sparta, Wis., died Aug. 2, 2023.

She was born March 8, 1947. On Aug. 29, 1964, she married Paul Lemeline, who preceded her in death in 2012.

She is survived by a son, Donovan Lemelin, Prairie du Sac, Wis.; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; siblings, Ronald Peterson, Sally Peterson, Nancy VanDalsem and Carla Peterson; a niece; five nephews; six great-nephews and nieces; and

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lifelong friend, Kathy Powers.

Services were held Aug. 8 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Sparta, Wis. Burial was in Cataract Cemetery, Cataract, Wis. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of local arrangements.

Karol McCoy

Karol McCoy, 82, Fort Wayne, formerly of Albion, died Aug. 5, 2023.

She was born Feb. 15, 1941. On May 30, 1959, she married Robert McCoy, who preceded her in death in 2010.

Surviving are sons and daughtersin-law, Robert and Kathy McCoy, Albion, and Michael S. and Nikole McCoy, Wolcottville; and five grandchildren.

A memorial service was held Aug. 14 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier.

Corrina Messick

Corrina Messick, 62, North Webster, died July 25, 2023.

She was born Feb. 15, 1961.

Surviving are her parents, Carol Haines, Ruskin, Fla., and Donna Story, Groveland, Fla.; sons, Calvin “Mickey” Messick and Christopher Messick, both of Mount Dora, Fla.; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a half sister, LaVeda Story.

Arrangements are pending at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster. A Florida memorial service is in the planning stages.

Stanley J. Miller

Stanley J. Miller, 52, Akron, died Aug. 2, 2023.

He was born Aug. 8, 1970.

Surviving are his sons, Matthew Miller, North Manchester, Trenton Miller, Wabash, and Timothy Miller, Akron; sister, Dorretta Sue Hall, Somerset; and seven grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 12 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Mississinewa Memorial Cemetery, Somerset.

Delores M. Morrison

Delores M. Morrison, 94, Mentone, died at 8:35 p.m. Aug. 4, 2023.

She was born Feb. 24, 1929. On Oct. 18, 1947, she married Richard O. Morrison. He preceded her in death Sept. 4, 2001.

Surviving are daughters, Janet Godshalk and Barbara Mocadlo, both of Warsaw; son, Richard Morrison, Valparaiso; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a great-greatgrandchild; sisters, Liz Hutt, Florida, Nadine Grindle, Warsaw, and Linda Hurd, New Mexico; and brother, Thurman Kittrell, Alabama.

Services were held Aug. 10 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Interment took place following the service in Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green.

Carolyn L. Moser

Carolyn L. Moser, 86, Wakarusa, died at 1:58 a.m. Aug. 3, 2023.

She was born March 27, 1937. On June 26, 1960, she married Arthur D. “Art” Moser. He preceded her in death Oct. 20, 2021.

Surviving are her children, Jeffrey L. Moser, Syracuse, Colleen L. Anglemyer, Wakarusa, and Richard D. Moser, Mishawaka; seven grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four stepgreatgrandchildren; and a sister, Helen Hill, Wakarusa.

Services were held Aug. 9 at Community Gospel Church. Burial was in Olive West Cemetery, Elkhart. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa, was in charge of arrangements.

Richard Pawlicki

Richard Pawlicki, 79, Syracuse, died Aug. 7, 2023.

He was born Feb. 29, 1944.

He is survived by his wife, Niki Pawlicki, Syracuse; their son, Tony Pawlicki; two grandchildren; a sister, Sandra Marszalek; and brother, James Pawlicki.

Titus Funeral Home of Syra-

cuse was in charge of arrangements.

Charles J. Pletcher

Charles J. “Chuck” Pletcher, 86, rural Etna Green, died at 8:28 p.m. Aug. 6, 2023.

He was born Jan. 23, 1937. On March 28, 1970, he married Kristine Spurlock; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Pam Yungandreas, Bremen, and Sally Pletcher, Warsaw; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Spurlock; a daughter-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service is being planned for the coming weeks. King Memorial Home, Mentone, is in charge of arrangements.

David A. Rangel

David A. Rangel, 74, Warsaw, died at 5:44 a.m. Aug. 6, 2023.

He was born March 29, 1949. He married Susan Marie Beyel, who preceded him in death July 27, 2009.

Surviving are daughters, Andrea A. Rangel, Claypool, and Bridget Dye, Warsaw; three grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; brothers, Joe Rangel, Milford, Arturo Rangel, Guadalupe “Lupe” Rangel, Richard Rangel and Jesse Rangel, all of Warsaw; and a sister, Maria Hernandez, Pierceton.

His life will be celebrated privately by his family. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Robin Ann Rasor

Robin Ann Rasor, 73, Warsaw, died June 23, 2023.

She was born April 21, 1950.

Surviving are brothers, Andy, Bloomington, and Aaron, Carmel, Calif.; four cousins; two nieces; and a nephew.

A gathering of friends will take place from 10-11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 18, at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 Sheridan St., Warsaw. A life celebration will follow at 11 a.m.

Treva G. Rodgers

Treva G. Rodgers, 92, Nappanee, died at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 8, 2023.

She was born Jan. 27, 1931. On Oct. 14, 1951, she married Glenn A. Rodgers. He preceded her in death May 16, 2006.

She is survived by a son, Rick Rodgers, Elkhart; daughters, Susan Hochstetler, Nappanee; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 12 at First Brethren Church, Nappanee. Burial was in Morris Cemetery, Teegarden. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Norman Joe Schini

Norman Joe Schini, 82, Bremen, died at 7:03 p.m. Aug. 8, 2023.

He was born May 21, 1941. On Nov. 10, 1962, he married Marvalene “Marty” Schini; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Quintin Schini, Bremen; brother, John Schini, South Bend; and brothers-in-law, Mike Hardy, Vicksburg, Mich., and Earl Cooper, Indianapolis.

Services were held Aug. 16 at Nappanee Missionary Church. Burial was in New Paris Cemetery.

Marlan Schwartz

Marlan Schwartz, 21, Etna Green, died at 8:03 p.m. Aug. 7, 2023.

He was born July 28, 2002.

Surviving are his parents, Melvin and Mary Schwartz, Etna Green; siblings, Marcus Schwartz, Michael Schwartz, twin brother Merlin Schwartz, Malinda Schwartz, Marilyn Schwartz, Marianna Schwartz and Marlene Schwartz, all of Etna Green, Miriam Yoder, Matthew Schwartz, Melvin Schwartz and Martha Schwartz, all of Shipshewana; paternal grandparents, Melvin and Rebecca Schwartz, Geneva; maternal grandmother, Rosa Hilty,

Upland; two nieces; and two nephews.

Services were held Aug. 11 at the Merle Chupp residence in Etna Green. Burial was in Graber Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Rosemary Sexton-Gibson

Rosemary Sexton-Gibson, 69, died Aug. 6, 2023.

She was born June 6, 1954. She married Paul Gibson, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Kristie Lindley, Minneapolis, Minn., and Steven Sexton, South Whitley; five grandchildren; brothers, Larry and Gene Honeycutt; and close friends, Tim and Stacie Slone.

Services were held Aug. 10 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Ralph

Lowell Stichter

Ralph Lowell Stichter, 89, Elkhart, formerly of Wakarusa, died at 10 p.m. Aug. 5, 2023.

He was born July 30, 1934. On April 9, 1961, he married Fannie Mae Kuhns. She preceded him in death March 14, 2023.

Surviving are his children, Ron Stichter, Bremen, Joan Rhoade, Goshen, Beth Birky, Kouts, and Jim Stichter, Wakarusa; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren;

and sisters, Carolyn Graber, Spooner, Wis., and Loreene Schrock, Virginia.

Services were held Aug. 8 at Olive Mennonite Church. Burial was in Olive West Cemetery, Elkhart. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa, was in charge of arrangements.

James L. Stouder

James L. Stouder, 84, rural Warsaw, died at 8:10 p.m. Aug. 7, 2023.

He was born March 12, 1939. On Nov. 27, 1960, he married Serita R. Julian; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Aimee Nellans, Rochester; sons, Troy Stouder and Kent Stouder, both of Warsaw; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Gloria Stackhouse, Virginia; and brother, Richard Stouder, Nappanee.

Services were held Aug. 12 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. A private interment was in Etna Green Cemetery.

Betty L. Thomas

Betty L. Thomas, 93, North Webster, died Aug. 8, 2023.

She was born Oct. 5, 1929. On Jan. 8, 1972, she married Carol “CO” Thomas, who preceded her in death in 2011.

She is survived by a son, Michael Hollingsworth; stepdaughter, Kathleen Nave; nine grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held Aug. 14 at

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Court News

Small Claims

Kosciusko County

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:

Harold Smith v. David Blake, $1,050

Sherri Makinson v. Robert Butler, Heather Webster, $2,178.57 Peak Performance Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy v. Brandon Carey, $1,671.64; v. Carlos Hall, $164.65

Total Recovery Services Inc. v. Gerald Coy, $6,902.38; v. David Hildebrant, $1,660.09

One Advantage LLC v. Jessica K. Scherer, $3,197.14

The Allergy and Asthma Center v. April Tudor, $1,176.73

Kaylen Miller v. Haven West, $445 Civil Collections

Kosciusko County

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

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Michael Aikin, $1,811.98;v. Jeremy Fisher, $2,305.57; v. Dylan Grubbs, $1,170.67; v. Justin Wine, $2,269.80 Citibank NA v. Rafael Hernandez, $1,849.28

Gateway Financial Solutions v. Matthew Black, Faith Klintworth, $10,056

Eagle Finance Co. v. Andrea Bradford-Cornelius, $2,004.15

Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Melissa Bullington, $780.13; v. Bruce Knouff, $1,536.23

Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Joshua Overpeck, $10,455.77

Capital One NA v. Ayden J. Collier, $1,436.68

Credit Service International v. Kally M. Davidson, $802.75; v. Chasity M. Pauwels, $1,562.20

Gateway Financial Solutions v. Rhonda Sanchez, $5,041.87; v. Tony B. Slone, $17,909.78

Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. James Garber, $4,025.16; v. Rex T. Slusher, $3,307.33

Mortgage Foreclosures

The following mortgage foreclosure

Titus Funeral Home of North Webster. Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Franklin.

Gary L. Webb Sr.

Gary L. Webb Sr., 89, Syracuse, died Aug. 5, 2023.

He was born Sept. 8, 1933.

He is survived by his wife, Glennell Webb, Syracuse; a daughter, Tammy Lynne Webb, Syracuse; sons, Thomas White and Troy Webb, both of Syracuse, and Gary L. Webb Jr., Killeen, Texas; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Sandra Brandon-Walz, Fort Myers, Fla.

Services were held Aug. 11 at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse. Burial with military honors was held at McClintic Cemetery.

Martha E. Wells

Martha E. “Marty” Wells, 73, Warsaw, died Aug. 8, 2023.

She was born Jan. 25, 1950. In December 1944, she married Richard Wells, who preceded her in death in 2011.

Surviving are sons, Chris Foreman, Columbia City, William Foreman, Warsaw, and James Foreman, Valparaiso; five grandchildren; and siblings, Ralph Steven Smith, Merry Anne Resch and Richard Joseph Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews.

No formal services will be held. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:

MidFirst Bank v. Howard Barnhart, $93,220.26

Lake City Bank v. Linda S. Caudill, deceased, $20,711.04

Teachers Credit Union v. DeSean Jonstan Heckman, $83,159.98

Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC v. Dakota Norman, $140,112.88; v. Cody L. Wallen, $89,537.43

Evictions

The following following eviction has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:

Millennial Enterprises LLC v. Cheyenne Lamb, $5,887.50

Civil Torts

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

Geico Casualty Co., as subrogee v. Jeremy A. Green, $77,968.58

Plenaries

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

presiding:

Lake City Rental v. Josh Walker, $11,332.21

Superior Court III

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

presiding:

Speeding — Tyler A. Smith, Warsaw, $160.50; v. Jacob R. Diehr, Warsaw, $160.50; Sydney S. Lorine Perkins, Silver Lake, $160.50; Juliana J. Mendoza, Warsaw, $160.50; Jesus A. Romo-Juarez, Warsaw, $160.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Nathaniel V. Glose, Argos, $25; James E. Brake, Syracuse, $25; Jeffrey E. Scheetz, Warsaw, $25; Trevor P. Kelley, Warsaw, $25; Parker A. Snider, New Paris, $25

Disregarding lighted signal, learner’s permit violation — Ryker M. Cisney, Nappanee, $185.50

Operating a motorboat on a small lake, greater than 10 mph

Ethan W. Clark, North Webster, $160

Disregarding an official traf-

control device — Alexander C.

Knight, Warsaw, $160.50

No valid driver’s license — Amelia Lopez Rubalcava, Warsaw, $160.50

Learner’s permit violation — Justin Ryan Loftis, Larwill, $160.50 Driving while suspended — Marco A. Rafael, Warsaw, $185.50

Improper or no tail or plate light — Bryce W. Weitzel, Warsaw, $160

Disregarding stop sign — Everardo J. Juarez-Sanchez, Warsaw, $160.50

Marriage Licenses

Kosciusko County

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

Hughes-Freeman

Lonnie Lee Hughes, 59, Cromwell, and Rachel Lynn Freeman, 46, Cromwell

Piper-Close

Dietschia Piper, 37, Nappanee, and Casey Close, 37, Nappanee

Weller-Arnold

Johnathon L. Weller, 49, Warsaw, and Israya Arnold, 46, Warsaw

Orgon-Rogers

Douglas James Orgon, 31, Mentone, and Danielle Amy Rogers, 32, Mentone

Pitts-Warner

Melinda Sue Pitts, 44, Mentone, and Jerry Robert Warner, 47, Mentone

Saylor-Collins

Alexa Savannah Saylor, 26, Syracuse, and Timothy James Collins, 25, North Webster

Archer Bennitt Henry Jacob and Taylor Henry, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Archer Bennitt, born at 8:04 a.m. Aug. 8, 2023, at Goshen Hospital. He weighed 5 pounds, 14.7 ounces, and was 18 1/2 inches long.

Bradley promoted at Lake City Bank

Lake City Bank has promoted Jenny Bradley to assistant vice president, loan systems application officer.

In this position, Bradley supports the commercial and consumer

P UBLIC A UCTIONS

Hochstetler Auction

lending, operations, credit administration and consumer solutions departments with operational, product, service or systems issues. She has been with the bank for 11 years.

Bradley earned her bachelor’s degree from Grace College. She volunteers with the Kosciusko County Community Foundation by helping review scholarships because she enjoys being part of the process that helps someone get into college.

1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17. Personal property sells at 1 p.m., tractors, mowers, guns, motors, trailers, shop tools. Real estate sells at 6 p.m., house, pole barn with heated shop, 2 acres. Located at 11462 N. 500W, Milford, south of downtown Nappanee to CR 1350N, then east to CR 500W, then south.

Popenfoose Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 19. Tractors, trailers, cars, pontoon, fishing boat, salvage vehicles, grain bins. Located at 4554 E 300N, east of Warsaw on Old US 30, to 300E (County Highway Garage), then north 1 mile to 100N, then east 2 miles to 400E,

then north 2 miles to 300N, then east 1/2 mile. Ball Auction & Realty.

Commercial Real Estate Auction

Bid online Monday, Aug. 21 at bidmetzger.com. Guaranteed sale with an opening bid of $175,000. High visibility corner with development potential, 18,000 square feet, located at 1703 St. Rd. 114, North Manchester.

Online Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29. 8,000 square foot located at 502 N. First St., Pierceton. Brick church with development potential, two adjoining lots offered separately or in combination. Open house 5:30-6 p.m. Monday, Aug, 21. Sells absolute. No reserve. Bid online at bidmetzger. com. Auction Manager Jason Conley (574) 527-6330.

Online Cropland Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22. Farm with 30 acres offered in two tracts: 6 acres and 24 acres. Located south of US 30 at the intersection of CR 325E and Wooster Road. For bidding and information, go to bidmetzger.com, (260) 982-0238.

Live Simulcast

Real Estate Auction

6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23. Country home with pole barns in wooded setting, located at 500 W. 800S, Columbia City. More information available online at bidmetzger. com. Auction Manager Rainelle Shockome (260) 982-0238.

Online Only Auction

6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30. 8.8

acres of recreational land, located northwest of South Whitley off SR 5 on CR 800S. Bid online at bidmetzger.com. Auction Manager John Barnau (574) 376-5340.

Online Only Auction

10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 1 — 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7. 2.31+ acres on the Tippecanoe River. Zoned residential. Located on SR 15, 1.7 miles north of of US 30 at Clearwater Dr. and SR 15. Bid online at schraderauction,com. Call Auction Managers Gary Bailey (260) 417-4383 or Phil Wolfe (260) 2481191 for private inspections.

Bart’s Watersports Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5. at North Webster Center Community Hall. Business, inventory, store, office, warehouse and 75+ acres available in 6 tracts. Inspection dates

Monday, Aug. 28 and 2-4 p.m

Tuesday, Aug. Sept. 5. Online bidding available at schraderauction. com. Meet a Schrader representative at the store for additional information.

Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12, Brick ranch home, 3 bed and 2 bath, 5-bay attached garage. Inspection dates 4:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16 and 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20. Located 1402 E 225S, Winona Lake, on corner lot of CR 225S and Faunn St. Visit schraderauction.com or call Auction Managers Gary Bailey (260) 417-4838 and Phil Wolfe (260) 248-1991.

Live Well Kosciusko program aims to help local residents enjoy their everyday life

Live Well Kosciusko is gearing up to launch the second “Clock Into Potential” cohort this fall. The program features a series of three different sessions and connects participants with their own mentors as they walk through each phase.

Designed for adult learners in any stage of life, participants range from early career to retirees with a shared goal of working toward enjoying everyday life.

The Live Well Career and Purpose Well-Being Committee is one of five well-being committees working to improve different areas of health and overall wellness across Kosciusko County.

Live Well created this initiative after discovering more than 60% of surveyed residents are struggling or suffering when it comes to their career purpose well-be-

ing. Meaning that a large number of individuals in the community lack passion, leadership or enjoyment of their everyday lives.

Whether you are looking to make a big change in life or simply want to expand your network, the Clock Into Potential program is a resource residents won’t want to miss.

A participant from the fall 2022 cohort said, “I am blessed to live in a community that provides an opportunity like this one. I went through this program last fall and would encourage you to look into it. I believe it is beneficial regardless of where you are in your life.”

Leaders across Kosciusko County are encouraged to volunteer as a program mentor. Mentors are asked to attend one required training and meet with

their mentees for two sessions during the duration of the program to share their experiences and recommendations.

Interested in participating or serving as a mentor? The program begins this August and ends in October. Register now at livewellkosciusko.org/clock-intopotential.

Live Well Kosciusko is a nonprofit organization that promotes the health, well-being and engagement of the residents of Kosciusko County. It functions through the collaboration of individuals, businesses and government organizations with a shared goal of creating a thriving community to live, learn, work, play and visit.

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HO MODEL RAILROAD COLLECTION for sale. Engines, cars, trees, buildings, stuff. Call 574-536-7204.

MULTI-FAMILY SALE, Aug. 18, 8-5; Aug. 19, 8-12. Household items, kids, juniors, women’s, men’s (4XL) clothing, shoes, toys, much more!! 4881 W. 1300 N., Silver Lake.

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

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CLEAN UP AND TRASH REMOVAL

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

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

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

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

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

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FOR SALE: 8-INCH PLASTIC IRRIGATION PIPE, brand new, 1,400 feet, 160 lb. pressure pipe. Call for details. 574-518-6384

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ROAD GLIDE, 1 owner, engine has a big bore kit, garage kept & well taken care of, 29,800 miles. $10,500. Call 574-453-7182 for more information.

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CAMPFIRE WOOD, large bundle, $3.50 each or pick up load discount. Dennis Miller, 574-658-3384, Milford, IN.

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The top 10 American artists

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Could you guess how many artists there are in America from 1900 to the current day? Would you be surprised to learn that in only 123 years, we have amassed over 7,500 artists? How close did you guess?

Our next series focuses on the top 10 favorite artists. There are many kinds of top 10 lists and each is subjective. With our list, we will be basing it on the artists’ entire portfolios and not one signature painting. We hold the stance that true art is something not easily replicated by the masses. Even that vision can be subjective. You don’t have to agree with our list, but we strive to encourage you to take a further look at the talent we have in our great nation. We

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Our No. 10 American artist is Sister Gertrude Morgan. Her art, as well as her life, were fascinating glimpses into a slice of the time and place pie. Her paintings provide an intimate glance into what was going on in her life and the nation.

On paper, she shouldn’t have catapulted to the height of success she did. Yet, due to her transparent, honest heart, talent and passion, she rose to a great deal of fame and popularity.

Sister Morgan, her favorite moniker, grew up in Alabama as a young black girl in a large family entrenched in poverty. She was born in the 1900s and typical of the times, she never made it to third grade. Yet, she amassed an education in life and human character, which provided her with more than a Ph.D. would have ever done.

Morgan had a profound faith in God and religiously fostered her relationship with Christ through avidly reading the Bible. While having a limited education, her Biblical training helped teach her practical life applications, such as “love is patient, love is kind,” I Corinthians 13:4.

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She felt called to take this training to the world as a street preacher and specifically helping children in poverty. She was able to reach this demographic through her passionate teaching, child-like drawings and engaging music.

Since she had limited financial means herself, her artwork ended up on napkins, paper rolls, boards using a variety of utensils: graphite, crayon, and acrylic. Her folkart depictions are light and joyful evoking peace and calm.

Each piece reads like a page from her journal, including stories and Bible verses or lines within the piece. Her one-dimensional

paintings don’t reflect perspective or shadowing. A recurring theme is the presence of a multitude of angels or heavenly hosts surrounding the space.

She professed to God’s divine hand in her paintings; one cannot help being captivated by the colors and passion in her paintings. Evidence of this was the strong following of her art by Andy Warhol and her placement at the National Museum of American Art with the Smithsonian.

While Morgan passed away in 1980, her art lives on and can be purchased for $500 to $5,000. Her stories through her art continue a story of love, hope, and divine redemption.

If interested in helping chil-

dren in poverty, Operation Read USA provides books for children in Kosciusko County who are in poverty; donate at www.operationreadusa.org or mail a check made out to: Operation Read, P.O. Box 796. Warsaw, IN 46581.

Events

• Lakeland Art Association is hosting a fun, relaxing, easy beginning Zentangle class. Class will be from 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 17; cost is $45. Sign up at LAA.

• Warsaw City Hall. Sam Hoffman exhibit continues until Sept. 27.

To have work considered for exhibit, contact the curator at mcdar7@gmail.com. Exhibiting is free; you retain all monies for artwork sold.

Elkhart County 4-H Fair breaks attendance records

Attendance was greater than ever this year at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair. The 150th fair brought in 216,964 people throughout the week, which was an increase of 6.8% over last year.

Special events were held to celebrate the 150th Elkhart County 4-H Fair. Daily parades showcased antique tractors and past fair board presidents; many indi-

viduals participated in the first women’s cast iron skillet throwing contest.

To end the first three nights of the fair, drone shows captivated fairgoers as they lit up the night sky. Also, 175 illuminated drones flew above the grandstand infield and created moving images for all on the grounds to see. Guest favorites included its 150th logo and a 4-H leaf clover.

The 4-H program also broke records this year as it raised over $1.5 million at auctions. This is a testament to the local support of the community for the 4-H program.

There was so much to enjoy at the fair, and many exciting events are going to continue to happen on the fairgrounds throughout the year; planning for the 2024 fair has already begun.

Protect yourself from the heat

During the summer months, we begin to see the effects warm weather can have on our bodies. Humidity, heat from the sun and other sources of heat can result in serious injuries if not properly prepared for. Many individuals work in the hot sun on a daily basis putting them more at risk for possibilities of heat illness.

Heat illness can come from

several factors that aren’t environmentally influenced. In many researched cases, it’s found that personal risk factors such as improper clothing, protective equipment or the use of sunscreen can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses and heat exhaustion.

There are many ways to avoid the possibility of heat exhaustion this summer, especially if you are someone who is outside a lot. A general rule is to wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that is made of breathable fabric. This will allow continuous air-

flow to help your body cool down. Also, make sure your clothing is light-colored. This helps reflect heat rather than absorb heat like dark-colored clothing. Consider adding a wide-brimmed hat to provide shade to the head, face and neck to avoid a sunburn as well.

When it’s this time of the year in Northern Indiana, we have to accept that it’s going to be quite hot outside. You might as well keep your wardrobe in sync with the weather instead of fighting it… or invest in a really nice pool.