the Paper - Kosciusko County Edition - November 23, 2022

While this time of year is known for its hustle and bustle as people prepare for the upcoming holiday season, it’s also a time for reflection. It’s a time when many take an opportunity to look back at where they are in their lives and make plans for the future.

In looking back over our lives, there are those who have had an influence in who we are and where we are on life’s journey. They may be a parent, a step parent, a teacher, a drill sergeant or a best friend. We all have them, they come into our lives offering support, advice and sometimes a well-timed and well placed kick in the rear as we go through our lives.

The Paper hit the streets to ask who is/was the most influential person in people’s lives. For some the answer came quickly and easily. For others, they asked for some time to reflect on their answer.

my father, Lewis Bennington. He just really showed me how to be a good person, to take care of others. I hope as I get older, I’m more like him.” She added her father is someone she really respects.

Preschooler Sadie Mason was hanging out in the Warsaw Public Library with her mom and little sister. She said the most influential people in her life are “God, Mommy, Daddy, Lele, Gabby and Lizzy.” Lele, Gabby and Lizzy are her best friends and the foursome enjoy playing together. She said her daddy because the two cuddle together and her mommy because she brings her to the library and they play games at home.

John Hall, Big Chapman Lake said the most influential person in his life was “My father, no question. He had a kind of tough upbringing, but he was very successful.” Hall’s father was W. Robert Hall. Even though his father never graduated from college, he went onto become a bank president and then started his own insurance company which continues today.

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Ceri Thomas of Warsaw is the new office administrator for the Purdue Extension Kosciusko County. Her most influential person was “Jesus, because he’s our savior.

Kevin Owen, Gas City, was waiting for a ride outside the Kosciusko

Kevin Owenn, Gas waas s wa w it i for a ride o outside the Kosciiuusko County Sheriff’s Office. “My sister, she used to be a deputy y sheriff out of Allen County, Forrt t W Wayne. She ha h d to take early retirement a after a heart attack ”

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“How k one One of t thhe most influuenntial persons s to me, is me, because I’ve made so many bone-headed mistakes in life a and learning g f from them h helped shape me m into who I am today,” said J John Lantz of W Warsaw.

“My father influenced me early o on about impporttance of harrd d w work and to do everything to the be b st of my ability t . For that I a am m extremely grateful. My great f frieend Spencer r taught me to help out where I can, di d sagree huumbbly (still w worki k ng on that one) and show peoplle you care,””Laant n z said.

Local painter has artistic family

“I’ve been drawing since I was a little kid,” stated Judy Wagner, North Webster. “It runs in the family, I guess.

“Both of my parents were artistic. Mom painted and Dad could really draw. Both of my grandparents were artistic as well. Grandma Ridings painted in oils and Grandma Jackson started painting in her 90s.”

Wagner sees the same creative gifts in her children and three grandsons. “I have four greatgrandchildren and when they visit, I let them paint. Right now, it’s more messy than artistic. But I think it’s important to let them develop those creative gifts I believe everyone has in one form or another.”

Wagner took art classes all through school. “I got a scholarship to Fort Wayne Art Institute, but the responsibilities of life made it impossible for me to take classes at that particular time.”

Wagner has taken watercolor

lessons from a couple local artists, one being Terry Armstrong of Warsaw. “I’ve learned a lot from him. His painting is very realistic and detailed. I tend to paint very loose, fast and splashy with lots of colors. It’s been good to learn other artists’ techniques and implement those into my paintings. Learning to slow down and take my time has been challenging.”

Wagner used to paint in acrylics in years past. “I enjoyed that medium because I could just slap some colors on a canvas and create a picture as it developed. If I made a mistake, I could just paint over it.”

She has discovered that watercolor, on the other hand, is not so forgiving. “I usually try to have in mind the final painting before I start. I generally use photographs as reference material for a starting point. Since watercolor has a mind of its own, my paintings always end up different than I thought. Sometimes good. Other times they end up in my closet pile, to possibly pull out later and rework.”

Her most recent project from an Armstrong watercolor class was pumpkins in front of a barn door that she’s still working on, adding a few more details. She also just finished a watercolor of her daughter’s Great Dane, Chief, that had to be put down a few months ago.

Wagner is more of an informal instructor. She prefers to teach people one on one in her apartment studio on the top floor. “I taught a young lady to paint on the spur of the moment. We worked side by side while I instructed her. One of my favorite pupils has been my great-grandson. I’ll put a smock on him and let him paint. Then I instruct him on how to clean up and store his brushes.”

She remarked, “I believe art is in the eyes of the beholder. Not everyone will like everything I create. Sometimes it might be just a certain color or perhaps the subject matter that evokes a good memory or emotion.”

Wagner believes everyone has a bit of artistic ability. “I think we are all creative in one way or another. We don’t necessarily have to be able to paint, but we all have the ability to create something.”

Fellowship Missions offers winter contingency plan, warming center

The Winter Contingency Plan & Cold Weather Warming Center has been developed to provide relief to

the homeless of Kosciusko County when inclement weather occurs. It is to be implemented when

weather conditions are triggered as outlined below. This plan is intended to serve as a guide to prevent homeless individuals from serious harm or death during the winter season each year.

Any individual or agency may learn if a weather night has been declared by calling Fellowship Missions at (574) 268-9555. The status will be updated daily by no later than 3 p.m.

Men, women and children may come to Fellowship Missions for weather night beds on declared weather nights between the hours of 4-8 p.m. Intakes after 8 p.m. will be taken by referral only.

If there is inclement weather during the daytime hours, Fellowship Missions will be opened during the day as a safe warming shelter. To check to see if the warming center is open for the day, call Fellowship Missions at (574)-268-9555.

Warming center operation hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1-4 p.m. Sunday.

CASA announces new foundation in honor of Judge Cates

CASA of Kosciusko County held its Annual Holiday Festival fundraiser Friday, Nov. 11.

CASA hosted close to 400 corporate sponsors, business leaders and other CASA supporters at Image Air Charter’s hangar. The theme “Strands of Lives Changed” was inspired by CASA of Kosciusko County celebrating its 30th, or pearl, anniversary of advocating for

abused and neglected children. Once again the community did its part to financially support CASA’s mission of providing advocates for children embroiled in the court system.

CASA is grateful for the continued support of Image Air for allowing the use of their hangar, The Downtown Eatery for providing bar ser-

vices and Jolynn Likens and Service Liquors for providing the wine on the guest’s tables.

“The event was a huge success, and we are so thankful for the many sponsors who make this event, and CASA in general, possible,” said Executive Director Erin Rowland Jones.

CASA wants to thank the generosity and support of

Warsaw mayor named Russel G. Lloyd Distinguished Service Award recipient

Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer received the 2022 Russel G. Lloyd Distinguished Service Award from Accelerate Indiana Municipalities.

Thallemer was presented the award Nov. 3 during the Presidents’ Reception at the 2022 Aim Ideas Summit.

Thallemer, a practicing optometrist, is currently serving his third term as Warsaw mayor. He also served three terms on the Warsaw City Council and as a member of the city’s Plan Commission. Thallemer’s service to Aim has included membership on the Aim Legislative Committee and board of directors and service as president of the Aim Medical Trust board of trustees. He has been the only Aim president to have been elected to two consecutive terms.

“Aim has a history of strong leaders. We’ve had amazing presidents from Indiana’s largest cities and smallest towns,” said Aim CEO Matt Greller. “However, Mayor Thallemer’s steadfast leadership of Aim and the Aim Medical Trust during a global pandemic left an indelible mark on our organization. You will not find a member of Aim who isn’t thrilled for Mayor

Bell Museum to host craft show Dec. 3

There are a few spaces left at the Bell Aircraft Museum Craft Show.

The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at the Mentone Fire Station, 201 W. Main St., Mentone.

Local crafters will be offering homemade crafts, cheese balls, holiday decorations, wood items, jewelry, carvings and paintings and much more.

Admission to the show is free for customers. A lunch counter with sloppy joes, coney dogs, cheesy potato soup, chips, pumpkin bars and drinks will be set up.

For more information about renting a space, contact Marsha Scott at (574) 353-7460 or marshscott49@gmail.com.

Thallemer to receive Aim’s highest honor, the Lloyd.”

The Russell G. Lloyd Distinguished Service Award, named for former Evansville Mayor Lloyd, is given to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to local government. Nominees for this prestigious award must display accomplishments beyond their community, including contribution to Aim, public service, leadership and

personal initiative.

In its 46th year, the Aim Annual Awards program, presented by Baker Tilly Municipal Advisors LLC, recognizes communities and individuals in municipal government for excellence and outstanding achievement. A seven-member panel of qualified judges selected this year’s winners from a competitive field of nominees from around the state.

their Pearl Sponsors Core Mechanical Services, D & D Electric, Silveus Insurance Group, Wil and Kristi Boren and Karen and Fred Rowland; their Platinum Sponsors DePuy Synthes and Zimmer Biomet; and their Gold Sponsors Network Partners, Whimet and Wildman Group.

During the event, CASA recognized late Judge David C. Cates and the recently founded Honorable David C. Cates Memorial Leadership Society.

Kim Cates, Cates’ wife, was brought onstage to say a few words and announce she gave a donation to become the first member of The Society. A brief program educated the guests on how CASA has been impactful in one family’s life, with Amy Music bravely telling her story of resilience.

CASA of Kosciusko County is a nonprofit organization committed to advocating for the best interest of children who are at risk of, or who have suffered from, abuse and ne-

glect. CASA raises more than half their working budget at this event and the money goes toward recruiting, training and supporting volunteers to serve as advocates for children in the family court system. The demand for CASA is greater than ever, and the cost associated to serve a single child is more than $1,000.

“The children of our community need your help. These children, whose voices our volunteers represent, are brought into the court system through no fault of their own. The cases our volunteers are seeing represent the very worst cases of abuse and neglect. These children not only need an advocate in court, they need a caring, consistent adult meeting with them during the most traumatic time of their lives,” stated Rowland Jones.

If you would like more information on how to become a CASA volunteer or would like to donate, visit casachildren. com or call (574) 372-2401.

NorthWood trap team takes first place

The NorthWood High School trap team finished in first place in Conference 2 during the fall 2022 season of the Indiana State High School Clay Target League. The team consisted of 15 male and female student athletes.

“In spring 2019, with the full support and approval of WaNee Schools, Superintendent Dr. Scott Croner and the school board, the NorthWood High School trap club was officially formed,” said coach Dan Hummel.

“The coaches secured support from the local Elkhart County 4-H Shooting Sports Club. The Nappanee Conservation Club supplied the ammunition and a place for the NWHS trap club to practice. In 2020 and every year since, the NWHS trap team has received a grant from the NRA Foundation grant program.”

Hummel explained prior to the spring 2022 season, a request was

made and approved by NorthWood Principal Weston Lambert and Athletic Director Roman Smith for permission for the trap club to become a varsity sport. According to the director of the Indiana State High School Clay Target League, NWHS may be the only high school in Indiana with that designation.

“When we decided to move forward with the trap club, we were hoping to provide another opportunity for our students to engage in competition and an activity they can do for the rest of their lives,” said Croner.

“We want our athletes to meet new people, learn new skills, have a fun experience and learn the importance of handling firearms with great care.”

The NorthWood High School trap team is coached by Kenny Yoder, Dan Hummel, Wayne Ernest, John Rody and Garrett Dunlap.

Good Neighbors

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

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

China set

Good neighbors: I’m asking if I could have your 45-piece china set. I’d like to have a chance to get it: 1822 B Road, Bremen, IN 46506. I’d like to hear from you whether it’s a yes or no. — Levi

I would love to give your china set a good home. I am willing to come pick it up. Leave a message at (574) 301-1260.

New questions

Optimized hormone balancing — Is anyone familiar with optimized hormone balancing and a good doctor who does this? Reply through this column. — A reader

Christian boys camp — Is there a Christian boys camp for adolescent children in the surrounding states: Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois? I only want information if you know someone that was there

and had a successful experience. Reply through this column. — A neighbor

Rag rug weaving — I am looking for someone who does rag rug weaving or knows where I can have some rag rugs made. Call (574) 253-2499.

MP3 series — Is anyone interested in a complete set of MP3 series “Thru the Bible Radio” taught by Dr. J. Vernon McGee? I no longer have an MP3 player, but if someone would like this set, you may contact me by responding through this paper. It’s a wonderful series to learn the Bible in five years. I live in the Wakarusa area.

Lost wedding ring — Has anyone found a men’s wedding ring lately? It was lost either Nov. 13 or 14 between Wabash Avenue and Westside Road in Rochester, near the channel area. It’s a gold band with tiny diamonds and says “Peggy and Tom” inside. Reward! Please call (773) 450-8227.

Private indoor pool — My 52-year-old mentally challenged daughter and I love to swim and find it physically beneficial. Is there anyone with a private indoor pool in the Goshen, Wakarusa or Nappanee area who would be willing to let us use it for about a half hour twice a week? We are willing to pay a fee. Please call (574) 862-2992.

CHRISTMAS

North Webster’s 2022 Christmas cash

this promotion.

North Webster is having its annual Christmas cash event. There will be an opportunity for three individuals to win some extra holiday cash. A total of $400 will be given out at the end of

The North Webster Christmas cash promotion is open to all to participate. To join, fill out the coupons from the local participating businesses and turn them back into each business. Enter the contest from Wednesday, Nov. 23, through Monday, Dec. 5. The three winners will be selected by a sales representative Tuesday, Dec. 6.

The $250 will be divided among the winners as follows: first place, $175; second place,

$50; and third place, $25. The winners will be announced in ‘the PAPER’ Wednesday, Dec. 14.

To participate, you must be at least 18 years old. Christmas cash is not redeemable as cash and can only be spent at participating businesses.

The participating businesses are North Webster American Legion Post 253, The River Coffeehouse, Roll-n-Smoke BBQ, NAPA Auto Parts, North Webster Ace Hardware, Clayton Garden Center and Neighborhood Fresh.

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Popular old-fashioned Christmas celebration returns

Are you looking for a unique fun-filled Christmas family activity? If so, mark your calendar for Saturday, Nov. 26, as Chautauqua’s Old-Fashioned Christmas has the answer.

After Thanksgiving’s turkey stupor, come to Oakwood Resort in Syracuse. Yes, Santa will be there, and his reindeer (for petting). You can also witness the live nativity, enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides and, of course, be part of the big tree lighting.

The reading of the Christmas story from the Bible at the historic Oakwood Chapel is back by popular demand. The Christmas photo booth is perfect for the annual family Christmas picture. Using your phone’s camera we will take your family photo. Watch out for characters who are roaming around, including Frosty, the Grinch, Rudolph, Buddy the Elf, Toy Soldier and Gingerbread Man, who are all available for fun and photos with kids.

The event will be held outdoors on the grounds of Oakwood Resort, with activities starting with mu-

sic near the Oakwood Inn at 5:30 p.m., which is earlier than previous years. Music groups take the stage at 5:30 p.m. and carols will be sung around the 60-foot Christmas tree, which will be lit at 6:15 p.m.

Afterward, you and your family can stroll up the lighted paths to see Santa and Mrs. Claus, take pictures with the roaming characters and listen to an elf read “The Night Before Christmas.” Two barbershop quartets will be strolling around singing carols, along with two other music groups.

Get warmed up with some hot chocolate and munch on a cookie, and don’t forget to pick up some deer food to take home for Santa’s reindeer. Take the opportunity to stroll up to the historic Oakwood chapel to hear the Christmas story read from the Bible. On your way to the chapel, stop to see the live nativity. And you’ll want to relax and enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride around the park.

These are just some of the many fun activities at the Old-Fashioned Christmas celebration. As we celebrate Christmas, we often think of those in need. A collection bin for the Syracuse Food Pantry is avail-

able for your canned or nonperishable goods. Hope for a bit of snow, but if severe weather occurs, check chqw.org or facebook.com/chautauquawawasee for information and updates.

Event sponsors include the Town of Syracuse Parks Department, Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation, Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum, Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club, Wawasee Property Owners Association, Oakwood Resort, Syracuse Chamber and many local businesses which will be identified in the event program.

All events are free of charge. This is an outdoor event, so be sure to dress warmly for the weather. For more information, email debbie@chqw.org.

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How to create the perfect charcuterie board for your holiday party

(StatePoint) Are you hosting a holiday party and looking for a simple way to impress your guests?

The Texas Roadhouse Butcher Shop is sharing steps for building an eye-catching and mouthwatering charcuterie board that will add color, flavor and variety to your holiday table.

1. Grab a platter or surface to display your charcuterie. Anything will work, even a simple cutting board. Just be sure to choose a size that you can fill completely.

2. Use dishes or ramekins of mismatched sizes, shapes and colors to hold dressings, toppings and sauces. This will keep your board clean and add fun visual details to the display.

3. Include two to four cheeses of contrasting flavors and textures to please all palates, and to complement other elements of the board. The varieties you select should represent these basic categories: hard cheese, (such as Chardonnay Bellavitano) soft cheese, (such as brie) and blue cheese (such as French Roquefort).

4. While a traditional charcuterie board typically sticks with cured meats, the holiday season is the perfect occasion for adding depth and richness to your feast with grilled meats, such as filet, sliced into strips. Those from Tex-

as Roadhouse Butcher Shop are lean, flavorful, and melt in your mouth, making them a natural choice for a hearty holiday spread. Whether you are firing up the grill or preparing on a cooktop, allow any cooked meats to rest well before adding them to your board.

5. No charcuterie board is complete without some crunch. Add two to three options like pita crackers, crusty breads or toasted baguettes that will stand up to the weight of your meats and cheeses.

6. Now, add some brightness and sweetness to your board. Fresh fruits like blueberries, strawberries and green grapes, and preserves such as peach pepper jam, will add contrast to rich, salty meats and cheeses. Don’t forget seasonal sweets and treats like soft peppermints, peanut brittle, chocolate dipped pretzels and candied nuts.

7. You’ll want your charcuterie board to look as if it’s overflowing. So, as you’re building it out, start with the largest elements like the cheeses and meats first, followed by smaller items like crackers, fresh produce and sweets. Fill in any holes with sprigs of aromatic rosemary for trimming, along with additional portions of the smaller items. The various elements of the board should pair well together, so it’s okay if they touch.

For additional hosting tips, or to shop for seasonal gifts and your holiday spread, visit trbutchershop.com. For 15% off your order, use the promo code PARTY15.

To wow your guests and their tastebuds, take your charcuterie board to the next level with seasonal treats, grilled meats and a cornucopia of sweet and savory flavors.

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What will holiday shopping look like this year?

(StatePoint) If it feels like the holiday season is getting longer and more reliant on technology every year, you’re not imagining it.

According to the Sensormatic Solutions 2022 U.S. Holiday Consumer Sentiment Survey, 52% of respondents already started or plan to start their holiday shopping before November, and preLabor Day holiday shopping more than doubled over 2021. That said, the top busiest shopping days in the United States are all expected between Black Friday and the day after Christmas.

Whether shoppers are making a list and checking it twice as early in the season as possible or waiting until the last minute, they are also likely to be thinking all the ways to shop, including integrating digital options with a traditional brick-and-mortar experience, both which offer key consumer benefits.

“The past couple years have fundamentally changed the way we celebrate the holidays, starting with how we shop,” said Kim Melvin, global leader of marketing, Sensormatic Solutions. “This year, shoppers are using the very same tools they once turned to for health and safety reasons to make the experience more convenient and affordable.”

Sixty-four percent of respondents cited convenience as their top reason for using buy-onlinepickup-in-store (BOPIS) or curbside pickup this holiday season, while 37% are leveraging these options to access online-exclusive deals. Shoppers are also blurring the lines between the digital and physical shopping experiences, using their phones while in stores to read product reviews, access coupons, check on product availability and conduct other research -- 27% use their phones to supplement their shopping experience every time they shop in-store and an additional 31% do so most of the time they shop in-store.

“While the majority of shoppers feel very comfortable making their holiday purchases in-store this year, factors like price, product availability and convenience are at the top of everyone’s minds,” said Melvin. “A combination of traditional brickand-mortar visits and alternative shopping methods, such as BOPIS

and curbside pickup, are helping consumers take these factors into consideration as they complete their holiday wish lists.”

As part of its mission to solve complex retail challenges, Sensormatic Solutions is providing its top strategies to improve your holiday shopping experience:

• If staying within your seasonal budget is a priority for you or you harbor supply chain concerns, consider leveraging shopping holidays such as Black Friday. Doing so can help ensure product availability, and thanks to holiday promotions, help you secure reasonable pricing on needed items.

• One of the most frustrating aspects of holiday shopping is not finding what you need on store shelves. Using alternative shopping methods such as BOPIS and curbside pickup can offer greater convenience and help ensure that when you visit a store, you won’t leave empty-handed.

For more holiday shopping tips and insights, visit sensormatic. com.

Though this holiday season may resemble the last few years in many ways, shoppers’ motivations for going digital have changed. Having a game plan can help you score great deals and find what you need.

Festive ways to thank your holiday host

(StatePoint) As you make your way to holiday gatherings this season, be sure to show your hosts gratitude for opening their homes to you.

There are many thoughtful ways to thank a holiday host, but the best gestures are those that include personalized touches to leave an impression on the recipient. For example, don’t just bring a bottle of wine with you to the party. Share on the label why you selected that particular variety

for your host. Sending thanks the next day? Go above and beyond a regular message with something unforgettable, like a video greeting from SmashUps by American Greetings, which features celebrities and fun characters and can be personalized.

While gifts for hosts don’t need to be grand gestures, showing your appreciation for holiday hospitality is a great way to leave an impression and score an invitation to next year’s party.

O bituaries

Ruth I. Yoder

Lifetime Milford Resident

Ruth I. Yoder, a gentle and kind soul, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 10, 2022, at the age of 90. She passed away at Elkhart Hospital in Elkhart.

Ruth was born on Oct. 3, 1932, the daughter of William Gerald and Clarissa (Bridenstine) Hall in Wakarusa. She married Ernest C. Yoder Jr. on July 8, 1951; he preceded her in death on April 9, 2017, after 65 years of marriage.

RUTH I. YODER

Ruth will be missed by her children, Cynthia Eppley (Troy Kennedy), Ardonna (Keith) Weaver and Michael (Tina) Yoder; five grandchildren, wife of Chad, Stephanie Yoder, Bree (Barbara) Kaylor, Nicholas (Angie) Yoder, Toby (Sue) Cripe and Wendy (Matt) Grady; 10 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Ruby Slagle of Milford.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ernest C. Yoder Jr.; grandson, Chad Yoder; and a sister, Mary Alice Roeder

Ruth graduated from New Paris High School in 1950 and was a life time resident of Milford. She worked for 61 years as a secretary for Beer and Slabaugh Inc. and was a member of Turkey Creek Homebuilders As sociation. Ruth and Ernest were members of Turkey Creek Church of the Brethren, where they raised their family for nearly 70 years. After the church closed, she continued to attend Nappanee Church of the Brethren.

Ruth was an avid gardener and had a beautiful flower garden that she cared for meticulously. She couldn’t walk past a weed without pulling it. Ruth was also a member of the Red Hat Society and a former member of the Kosciusko County Choir. More than anything, she took great joy in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be given to Nappanee Church of The Brethren.

A private family service will be held at a later date with burial taking place at Union Center Cemetery in Nappanee.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.mishlerfhcc.com.

Debra Anderson

Debra Anderson, 61, Warsaw, died Oct. 29, 2022.

She was born Dec. 1, 1960.

Per her wishes, no public services will be held.

Margaret L. Anderson

Margaret L. “Peggy” Anderson, 87, Warsaw, died Nov. 16, 2022.

She was born Dec. 1, 1934.

She is survived by a daughter, Jo Lynn Mylin, Warsaw; son, Michael An derson, Warsaw; five grandchildren; sister-in-law, Ruth Griswold, Warsaw; and a host of nieces and great-nieces and nephews.

Services were held Nov. 21 at McHat ton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, War saw.

Mary L. Anglemyer

Mary L. Anglemyer, 96, Nappanee, died at 11:40 a.m. Nov. 14, 2022.

She was born Feb. 21, 1926. On July 15, 1944, she married Keith E. Angle myer. He preceded her in death March 3, 1990.

She is survived by a daughter, Judy Pfeiffer, Nappanee; a son, Lyle Angle myer, Wakarusa; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 23 great-greatgrandchildren; one great-great-greatgranddaughter; and son-in-law, Milton Burkholder, Bristol.

A private family graveside service will take place at Union Center East Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yo der Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Barbara K. Beemer

Barbara K. Beemer, 95, Syracuse, died Nov. 9, 2022.

She was born June 18, 1927. In Au gust 1949, she married William K. Beemer, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are daughters, Cindi L. Wells, Syracuse, and Constance K. Nitsch, Kalamazoo, Mich.; six grand children; and two great-grandchildren.

A graveside service was held Nov. 14 at Markle Cemetery. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, was in charge of ar rangements.

Susan Irene Brouwer

Susan Irene Brouwer, 82, Naples,

Mark W. Mast Production Manager

Mark W. Mast, New Paris, passed away Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family at the age of 54.

Mark was born March 29, 1968, in Goshen to Eli and Margaret Mast. After graduating from Wawasee High School, he met the love of his life, Denise Richardson, whom he married on Aug. 7, 1988. Professionally, Mark worked as a produc tion manager at Polaris/Rinker for 35 years.

W. MAST

Kindhearted, Mark was ready to volunteer for anything and was quick to extend a helping hand to anyone who was in need. A man of God, he attended Grace Community Church in Goshen and was baptized two years ago on Nov. 15, 2020. Mark enjoyed racing, camping, bike riding and traveling to Mexico and the Dominican Re public. Most of all, he loved and cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren. Mark will always be remem bered for his courageous, loving and strong spirit.

Mark will be deeply missed by his wife of 34 years, Denise; daughter, Danielle (Brooks) Beer; grandchildren, Savanah, Realynn and Leah; mother, Margaret Mast; sister, Sharon Richardson; and brothers, Terry (Pat) Mast, Dean (Rita) Mast and Alan (Crystal) Mast.

He was preceded in death by his father, Eli Mast; and two broth ers, Robert Mast and Glen Mast.

Friends and family gathered from 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse. A funeral service immedi ately followed with Rev. Mike Silliman officiating. Burial took place at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 21, at Syracuse Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Grace Community Church; the Goshen Cancer Society; or to the Eagles 3760.

Written condolences to the family may be left at www.titusfu neralhome.com.

Fla., died Oct. 24, 2022.

She was born April 2, 1940. She mar ried ay Brouwer, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by a brother, Rob Clevenger; daughters, Barbara Brouw er, Kathy Burkholder and Laurie Black burn; daughter-in-law, Vicky Branson; seven grandchildren; and 13 greatgrandchildren.

A funeral mass was held Nov. 14 at St. Finbarr in Naples, Fla., followed by a celebration of life in the community room at West Wind.

Kent Lee Brower

Kent Lee Brower, 72, died Nov. 11, 2022.

He was born July 31, 1950.

He is survived by his wife, San dra Brower; children, Bart Brower, Sanford, Kim Sharp, Fuquay-Varina, Ryan Brower, Melbourne, Fla., Scott Schmucker, Granger, and Jill Smith, Columbia City; brother, Chris Brower, Topeka; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 10-11

a.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at Owen Fam ily Funeral Home, 8056 E. 500N, North Webster. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Graveside service will be at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Union Center Cemetery, Nappanee.

Charles D. Carpenter

Charles Darrell “Charlie” Carpenter, 82, Pierceton, died Nov. 15, 2022.

He was born Jan. 23, 1940.

Surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

Services were held Nov. 18 at Full Gospel Tabernacle, Claypool. A grave side service was held Nov. 21 at High land Memory Gardens, Pecks Mill, W.Va. McKee Mortuary, North Man chester, was in charge of arrangements.

John W. Clugston

John W. Clugston, 73, Cromwell, died Nov. 10, 2022.

He was born Aug. 17, 1949. On April 13, 1991, he married Althea Reier; she survives.

Also surviving are sons, Shane Clugston and Brendan Clugston; step children, Heather Schuller, Warsaw,

and Shawn Schuller, Columbia City; seven grandchildren; two great-grand children; siblings, Jacque Kempton, Connersville, Cathy Vandiver, Milton, and LaForne Clugston, Cambridge City; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services were held Nov. 19 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial will take place at a later date at Marion Na tional Cemetery.

James Allen Dawson

James Allen Dawson, 60, Bourbon, died at 6 p.m. Nov. 11, 2022.

He was born April 23, 1962.

Surviving are sons, James Dawson II, Bourbon, and Jeremy Dawson, Nap panee; six grandchildren; siblings, Mark Dawson and Alice Schmucker, both of Rochester, Peggy Bailey, Warsaw, and Lucinda Dawson, Kentucky; and wife, Debra Dawson, Bourbon.

Services were held Nov. 18 at Thomp son-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Burial was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bourbon.

Rev. Nancy Drake

Rev. Nancy Schaefer Drake, 76, Tex as, formerly of Warsaw, died Nov. 11, 2022.

She was born Jan. 18, 1946. On Nov. 28, 1970, she married Tom Drake; he survives.

She is also survived by a daughter, Megan Kisby; son, Scott Drake; two grandsons; sister, Jane Pendleton; a nephew; and a niece.

Services were held Nov. 18 at Pres ton Hollow Presbyterian Church, Dal las, Texas.

Leland D. Farringer

Leland Dwight Farringer, 95, North Manchester, died Nov. 7, 2022.

He was born May 28, 1927. On Aug. 29, 1950, he married Helen Halladay, who preceded him in death.

Surviving are sons, Steven Farrin ger, Columbia City, and Bruce Far ringer, Reno, Nev.; daughter, Susan Widick, Evansville; five grandchil dren; and two great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Timber crest Chapel, 2201 East St., North Manchester, with calling at 1 p.m. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.

Bailey Elaine Frey

Bailey Elaine Frey, 3 weeks old, died Nov. 15, 2022.

She was born Oct. 25, 2022.

Surviving are her parents, Jer emy and Kelsey (Hedges) Frey, Li gonier; siblings, Gavin, Grace, Adley, Avie, Luke and Liam Frey; grand parents, Martha Hedges, Ligonier, Troy and Annie Hedges, LaGrange, and Mahlon and Cathy Frey, Topeka; great-grandparents, Anna Maria Sanchez, Ligonier, and John and Jan Diller, Fort Wayne; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services were held Nov. 18 at Yea ger Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial was in Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier.

Harold L. Galloway

Harold L. Galloway, 80, rural North Webster, died Nov. 4, 2022.

He was born Aug. 18, 1942. He married Colleen Galloway, who pre ceded him in death.

Surviving are his children, Scott Galloway, Goshen, and Angela Barnes, Elkhart; seven grandsons; nine great-grandchildren; and broth ers, Carrol Galloway and Ronnie Gal loway, both of Cromwell.

A memorial visitation was held Nov. 19 at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster.

Brandon Lee Hall

Brandon Lee Hall, 38, Nappanee, died at 12:23 p.m. Nov. 14, 2022.

He was born June 20, 1984.

Surviving are his parents, Brien and Kathy Hall, Nappanee; sister, Breann Holmes, Goshen; two nieces; and paternal grandmother, Barbara Hall, Dade City, Fla.

Memorial services were held Nov. 22 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Private graveside services followed at Union Center Cemetery, Nappanee.

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BITUARIES

Maxine Herbert

Maxine Herbert, 84, North Manchester, died Nov. 14, 2022.

He was born Aug. 29, 1938. On Jan. 13, 1996, she married Logan A. Herbert. He preceded her in death Nov. 29, 2019.

She is survived by a son, David Fisher, North Manchester; daughters, Dianna “Joy” Hoffman, North Manchester, Regina Kilty, Kokomo, and Janice Houlihan, Wabash; a sister; five grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.

Jon A. Hulse

Jon A. Hulse, 63, New Paris, died Nov. 9, 2022.

He was born Jan. 17, 1959. On July 27, 2019, he married Linda K. Baker; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Andrew Baker, New Paris; two granddaughters; siblings, David Hulse, Upperco, Md., Daniel Hulse, Tampa, Fla., and Janet McClay, Orlando, Fla.

A celebration of life was held Nov. 19 at Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Milford.

Glinda Fay Isley

Glinda Fay Isley, 71, Warsaw, died Nov. 13, 2022.

She was born Aug. 4, 1951. On May 29, 1969, she married Kenneth Isley, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by a daughter, Melissa Getz; sons, Jeremy Isley and James Isley; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and brother, Owen Swafford.

A graveside services was held Nov. 19 at Athens (Hoover) Cemetery, Rochester. Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Michael Kent Keith

Michael “Mike” Kent Keith, 64, Winona Lake, died Nov. 16, 2022.

He was born April 20, 1958.

He is survived by his mother, Janet Eileen Keith, Fort Wayne; brothers, Tom Keith, Fort Wayne, and Brian Keith, Elburn, Ill.; sisters, Carol Graves, Fort Wayne, Ellen Johnson, Decatur, and Karen Keith, South Bend; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Friends and family may visit prior to the service from noon to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. A private family graveside service will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Dolores Kay Kramer

Dolores Kay Kramer, 72, Middlebury, died at 10 a.m. Nov. 15, 2022.

She was born March 4, 1950.

Surviving are her children, John Wilson, Bourbon, Darci Wilson, Elkhart, Chami Kramer, Goshen, and Kyla Kramer, Granger; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Richard Eysol, Granger; and stepsister, Gina Peru-Friccero, Alaska.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is in charge of arrangements.

Patricia Ann Kuhn

Patricia Ann “Pat” Kuhn, 77, rural Leesburg, died Nov. 14, 2022.

She was born Feb. 12, 1945.

She is survived by her longtime companion, Larry Huffer; son, Scott Kuhn, North Webster; and sisters, Rose and Theresea.

No services are planned at this time. Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster, was in charge of arrangements.

Edward D. Napier

Edward “Ed” D. Napier, 93, Pierceton, died Nov. 10, 2022.

He was born March 4, 1929. On Dec. 7, 1952, he married Joan M. Tucker; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Leisa Evans, Gayle Myers and Bryan Napier; five grandchildren; and four greatgranddaughters.

Per the family’s wishes, a private

graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery. Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Evelyn Jeanne Pfeifer

Evelyn Jeanne Pfeifer, 99, Winona Lake, died Nov. 11, 2022.

She was born Aug. 27, 1923. On July 18, 1946, she married Harold Edward Pfeifer, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by a son, Jeff Pfeifer, Winona Lake; daughters, Virginia A. Pfeifer and Janice I. Pfeifer, both of Winona Lake; sister, Esther Baldock, Cashmere, Wash.; and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at a later date. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Claudean Powell

Claudean Powell, 96, Pierceton, died Nov. 10, 2022.

She was born May 23, 1926. On June 30, 1943, she married Kenneth Powell, who preceded her in death in 2002.

Surviving are daughters, Patty Downey, Clinton, Diane Bowman, Pierceton, and Nancy Griffin, Lowell; a son, Terry Powell, Peotone, Ill.; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and 18 great-great-grandchildren.

Services were held Nov. 16 at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Patricia Darlene Ramer

Patricia Darlene Ramer, 68, Argos, died at 8:26 a.m. Nov. 14, 2022.

She was born Sept. 15, 1954. On Nov. 19, 1971, she married Paul Ramer; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Rachel Shaum, Sterling, Mich., Philip Ramer, South Bend, Jonathan Ramer, Orlando, Fla., Susannah Martin, Wakarusa, and Josh Ramer, Argos; and 16 grandchildren.

Services were held Nov. 19 at Cornerstone Mennonite Church, Nappanee. Burial was at Cornerstone Mennonite Church Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Eduardo Ramirez

Eduardo Ramirez, 30, Ligonier, died Nov. 12, 2022.

He was born Oct. 13, 1992.

He is survived by his parents, Federico Ramirez and Imelda (Pizana) Ramirez; sister, Karina Ramirez, Ligonier; and grandparents, Socorro Barrientos, Goshen, and Manuael Pizana, Ligonier.

Services were held Nov. 15 at Strong Tower Worship Center, Ligonier. Burial was in Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier. Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier, was in charge of arrangements.

David C. Scott

David C. Scott, 64, Huntington, died Oct. 26, 2022.

He was born April 15, 1958.

He is survived by his mother, Lillian; children, David Jay and Amber Felver; many grandchildren; siblings, Sam Scott, Steve Scott and Melissa Knott;

B IRTHS

Alayna Grace Miller

DeWayne and Ruth (Bontrager)

Miller, Bremen, are the parents of a daughter, Alayna Grace, born at 8:53 a.m. Nov. 10, 2022, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 3.5 ounces, and was 19 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Daniel and Mary Kathryn Bontrager. Paternal grandparents are Richard and Irene Miller.

Justin Merle Kuhns

Dennis and Keri Kuhns, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Justin Merle, born at 8:43 p.m. Nov. 12, 2022, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 8 pounds, 7.5 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.

Jada Arlene Hepler

Corey and Kenzie Hepler, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Jada Arlene, born at 11:20 a.m. Nov. 15, 2022, at Goshen Hospital. She weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces.

and numerous nieces and nephews.

At this time, no services will be held. Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Karissa Lyn Sellers

Karissa Lyn Sellers, 49, Warsaw, died Nov. 11, 2022.

She was born Aug. 29, 1973. On June 21, 2005, she married Martin Sellers; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Justin Johnson and Leona Sellers; stepdaughter, Miranda Sellers; her mother, Lois Wicker; sister, Angel Wicker; brother, Gregory Wicker; half brother, Brandon Wicker; three yorkies, Scrappy, Chigger and Misty; and a cat, Yogi.

Services were held Nov. 16 at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw.

Lillian Severns

Lillian “Peggy” Severns, 79, rural Mentone, died at 8:12 p.m. Nov. 11, 2022.

She was born Sept. 1, 1943. On Feb. 20, 1961, she married Ronald Edward Severns; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Debbie Martin, Peru, Chris Yates and Bryan Severns, both of Mentone; seven grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and several half siblings.

Services were held Nov. 18 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Interment was in Palestine Cemetery.

Burton L. Showalter

Burton L. Showalter, 78, Goshen,

died Nov. 12, 2022.

He was born Jan. 23, 1944. On June 4, 1967, he married Sherry M. Ganger. She preceded him in death Oct. 11, 2009.

He is survived by a son, Craig Showalter, Goshen; daughters, Tracy Showalter Perry, New Paris, and Lisa Schmidt, Goshen; four grandchildren; a greatgrandson; and a sister, Julie Haab, New Paris.

Services were held Nov. 16 at YoderCulp Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Violett Cemetery, Goshen, with military honors.

Robert B. Snyder

Robert B. Snyder, 80, Warsaw, died Oct. 20, 2022.

He was born May 1, 1942.

Surviving are his children, Robert Snyder Jr., Lorrie Michaels, Beth Pelot and Russell Snyder; seven grandchildren; sisters, Carolyn Thompson, Helene Gerwing, Veronica Roberts, Barbara Mathews and Jeanette Snyder Vance; brother, Donald Snyder; and exwife, Betty Snyder.

Per his wishes, no services will be held. Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Carol R. Swartz

Carol R. (Windler) Swartz, 57, Syracuse and Carmel, died Nov. 14, 2022.

She was born Sept. 1, 1965. On April 25, 1992, she married Timothy Swartz; he survives.

Also surviving are sons, Nicholas Swartz, Palatine, Ill., and Patrick

C OUNTY R EPORT

Court News

Small Claims Kosciusko County

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

Warsaw Health System LLC, d/b/a Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Brandon Bradley, $3,404.81

Snow & Sauerteig LLP v. Tanner Larocque, $4,610.60

Warsaw Health System LLC c/o Komya v. Jeffery A. Madden, $1,850.91 Elkhart

County

The following civil collection has been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court IV:

LVNV Funding LLC v. Maci Ingle, Nappanee, $2,450.03

Civil Plenary Elkhart County

The following civil plenary has been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court IV

State of Indiana v. Twenty Real Estate, LLC, Syracuse, and Omer G. Kropf, Complaint for Appropriation of Real Estate.

Mortgage Foreclosures

Elkhart County

The following mortgage foreclosure has been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court 3: Nationstar Mortgage LLC, d/b/a Mr. Cooper v. Anna Valdivia, Nappanee, LVNV Funding LLC, c/o Corporation

Service Company, $85,354.42

Evictions

The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Kim Miller v. Joe Thorn, $3,930.62

Civil Torts

The following civil tort has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: EMC Insurance Companies v. Scott Huffer, $28,086.21

Superior Court III

The following infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding in school zone — Linda G. Riley, Mentone, $160.50

Driving while suspended — Paula S. Waters, Warsaw, $185.50

Speeding — Allyssa A. Keefer, Warsaw, $160.50; Hannah R. O’Dell, Rochester, $160.50; David A. Chew, Claypool, $192.50; Shanda M. Goins, New Paris, $160.50; Jonathan D. Eberly, Silver Lake, $160.50; Amanda R. Yoder, Syracuse, $160.50; Lloyd R. Ingram III, Warsaw, $160.50; Joshua D. Hill, Syracuse, $160.50

No valid driver’s license — Erick Ruvalcaba Martinez, Claypool, $160.50; Brenda E. Ross, North Webster, $160.50

Improper headlights, no valid driver’s license — Mauricio Saloma Tochimani, Warsaw, $185.50

Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of a motor vehicle — Nathan L. Riggins, Bourbon, $160

Swartz, Novi, Mich.; and siblings, Roy “R.J.” Windler, Lori Windler, Diane Windler, Kenny Windler and Brad Windler.

Mass of Christian burial was held Nov. 18 at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, Syracuse. Burial was in Syracuse Cemetery. Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse, was in charge of arrangements.

Dean Swope

Dean Swope, 88, Warsaw, died Nov. 11, 2022.

He was born Jan. 31, 1934. On May 26, 1955, he married Cleda Lawhorn, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by a daughter, Christina Swope; daughter-in-law, Kathryn Swope; five grandchildren; and sister, Betty Rainwater.

Services were held Nov. 19 at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Daniel P. Tittle

Daniel P. Tittle, 76, Syracuse, died Nov. 15, 2022.

He was born July 19, 1946. On May 4, 1968, he married Katherine Marschke; she survives.

He is also survived by son and daughter-in-law, David Tittle and Adrienne Benitez; brothers, Thomas Tittle, Ogden Dunes, and William and Marge Tittle, Naples, Fla.; and sister-in-law, Beth Anne, California.

A memorial service was held Nov. 19 at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Tiffiany P. Kneller, Warsaw, $25

Speeding, no valid driver’s license — Bernardo Sanches, Warsaw, $185.50

Owner allows dog to stray beyond owner’s premises — Timothy W. Ihnen, Pierceton, $25; Scott M. Robinson, Etna Green, $25

Unlawful possession of tobacco, e-liquid or an electronic cigarette — Aubrey Lung, Milford, $160; Jaydon Brown, Milford, $160; Izaiah Criswell, Milford, $160; Jesus A. Criswell, Milford, $160

Marriage Licenses

Kosciusko County

Sechrist-Julian

Brandon Sechrist, 24, Leesburg, and Sharlie Julian, 21, North Webster

West-Bayne

William M. West, 46, Warsaw, and Bethany D. Bayne, 35, Warsaw

Beatty-Serrano Yuzon

Branden D. Beatty, 45, North Webster, and Patricia Shayne Serrano Yuzon, 29, North Webster

Rider-Paseka

Johnny L. Rider, 61, Warsaw, and Beverly A. Paseka, 60, Warsaw

Wotring-Wright

Jesse Wotring, 40, Elkhart, and Skylar Wright, 18, Warsaw

Pierceton and Warsaw Michael and Tracy Wilson

Community projects celebrated at foundation luncheon

Community initiatives such as child care and wellness projects within small towns was the theme of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s annual celebration luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 16.

The luncheon was held in-person this year at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center in Winona Lake.

In a keynote panel at the event, KCCF CEO Stephanie Overbey interviewed Sherry Searles, LaunchPad director; and Milford Clerk-Treasurer Tricia Gall.

LaunchPad, a child care and early learning coalition, was established in 2018 to address the shortage of child care seats within Kosciusko County. Searles said LaunchPad’s goal was to create 500 child care seats within five years; that goal has been surpassed.

“The community foundation has been instrumental in starting and supporting our work at LaunchPad,” said Searles.

Searles emphasized the importance of child care availability in the community.

“Everyone benefits from affordable, high-quality child care,” said Searles. “Businesses benefit when they can attract and retain talent. Working parents benefit when they have places they can afford that are high quality. Most of all, the children benefit. Ninety percent

of a child’s brain develops by the time they’re 5 years old. It’s so important to our children we are providing these high-quality places for them.”

LaunchPad provides support to local businesses looking to establish child care for their employees and also works with current child care programs to support their efforts.

“It has been so important to the work we’ve been doing at LaunchPad,” said Searles about KCCF’s support for the program.

Gall was asked about Milford’s 2019 “Hometown Chat” event, hosted by KCCF, which brought in a large group of residents who were eager to share their ideas for what they’d like to see in town.

“The town of Milford showed up,” said Overbey. “You guys were rock stars in the county because that was a packed Hometown Chat.”

Needs discussed by Milford residents included housing, child care and early learning, comprehensive planning and workforce preparation.

“It allowed everyone to dream big,” said Gall about the Hometown Chats. “We started dreaming big then and we continued to dream big.”

Gall said the town created a housing steering committee and partnered with the Kosciusko Economic Development Corp. to put 51 new houses in Milford. The town is also working on creating a biking trail to connect

the town to Waubee Lake Park.

“It can actually be life-changing,” said Gall about KCCF’s assistance with projects. “It has been life-changing for me and life-changing for our community.”

For the 2021-2022 fiscal year, $3.9 million in grants were awarded and nearly $702,000 in scholarships were awarded to 184 students. KCCF also recently embarked on a project to update the foundation’s strategic plan, mission and vision. The foundation helped facilitate the completion of a countywide comprehensive plan that helped small towns within Kosciusko County assess their strengths and needs in order to plan and prioritize for their futures.

Donors gave $5.6 million and created 29 new funds. KCCF also continued supporting grant investments in priority areas including child care, workforce housing, job training and talent attraction and retention.

Retiring KCCF board members Dr. William Katip, Dana

Krull, Sally Mahnken and John Warren were also honored at the luncheon. Those leading the foundation in the coming year include Kevin Deardorff, president; Josh Gordon, vice president; Jane Wear, secretary; Jefferson Hankins, treasurer; and Stephanie Overbey, CEO.

Warsaw’s First Church of Christ Scientist to hold Thanksgiving service

The public is invited to a Thanksgiving Day service at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 24, at the First Church of Christ Scientist, 1011 Mariners Drive, Warsaw.

The one-hour church service will include hymn singing, se-

lected readings from the Bible and the Christian Science textbook, statements of gratitude from the congregation and a reading of the Thanksgiving Day Presidential Proclamation.

Everyone is welcome.

Maple Leaf Farms, Polywood competing for Coolest Thing Made in Indiana title

Two local companies — Maple Leaf Farms and Polywood — at press time were in the elite eight round vying for the title of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s second annual “Coolest Thing Made in Indiana” contest.

Online voting for round four, which will decide which products reach the final four, was open to the public at indianachamber. com/coolest-thing-made-in-indiana-tournament until 10 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23.

The contest, which celebrates the state’s long manufacturing history and showcases the wide variety of Hoosier-made products, started with a 54-company field. Some companies participating have headquarters located outside the state; however, the product representing them is made completely in Indiana.

Those 54 companies were then placed in a March Madness type bracket with the public encouraged to vote during the various rounds.

The winner will be announced at the Indiana Chamber’s Best IN Manufacturing Luncheon Wednesday, Dec. 14.

Olivia Tucker, brand marketing manager for Maple Leaf Farms, explained a member of Maple Leaf’s executive committee nominated the company for the contest. Maple Leaf’s product is its roast half duck. “The great thing about the product is it’s a partially de-boned product,” said Chris Jellel, plant manager. He explained the de-boning process has to be done by hand. “So a lot of blood, sweat and dedication goes into it.”

Maple Leaf has been campaigning for votes through social media as well as talking its product up through various professional organizations, such as the Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce.

Company officials are tossing around a few ideas as to how to celebrate, should Maple Leaf win the coveted Coolest Thing Made In Indiana award. “We’re just happy our staff is being rec-

ognized for the product,” said Janelle Deatsman, communications manager for Maple Leaf Farms.

“We’re very appreciative of the people who made this product possible,” said Jellel. “It’s so impressive what they do,” said Tucker.

Maple Leaf Farms has been producing its roast half duck since Serenade Foods, the processing facility, opened in the 1970s.

Employee Gabe Bollinger has been eating the roast half duck since the 1980s and said its consistency remains the same. The product is so popular with Maple Leaf customers, “We were pretty much sold out during COVID,” said Tucker.

Maple Leaf’s roast half duck is available at its retail store in Leesburg and at Martin’s and Costco stores in the area.

Polywood received the information about the contest and its executive staff tossed around ideas as to which product to showcase. It settled on the elevated sectional, a modular deep seated set that can be configured into dozens of seating options.

Along with the sectional frame, Polywood also sews and stuffs the cushions that go with it at its Syracuse plant.

“There are a lot of great companies in the contest, including Maple Leaf. To have two companies from Kosciusko County (in the elite eight) is great,” said Ryan Zimmerman, senior director of human resources for Polywood.

Polywood has sent out some internal communications encouraging employees to place their votes as well as some posts on Linkedin.

The current round of voting ends at 10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, with the final four round starting 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 28, and ending 10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30.

The winning company receives:

• The Coolest Thing Made in Indiana trophy.

• A feature article about the company in the 2023 May Indi-

ana Chamber BizVoice magazine issue.

• Coordinated media outreach promoting the company’s win, through press releases, social media and blogs.

• The official “Coolest Thing Made in Indiana” winner badge

to be placed on the company’s website.

• Recognition and profile on The Coolest Thing Made in Indiana website.

• An invitation to appear on the IN Chamber podcast or filmed video appearance for Chamber INsider e-newsletter which is sent to 15,000 people.

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Lakeland Regional Sewer District approves 2023 budget

Lakeland Regional Sewer District Board of Trustees approved its 2023 budget of $1,965,255 during its monthly public meeting Wednesday, Nov. 16.

President Jim Haney opened the meeting. The board welcomed new board member, Rosa Ritchie, before getting down to business.

Mike DeWald gave the treasurer’s report. He presented the monthly claim approval form for a total of $73,207.64.

DeWald expressed the district is financially in good standing except for maintenance costs, as there is actively a steady increase.

A motion was made to introduce an amended rate ordinance. A multi-phase rate increase of 12% was proposed. There will be a public notice prior to the December meeting. A letter will be mailed to LRSD customers about the rate increase. If adopted, customers will not see the increase in their bills until early February.

Tom Astbury of Astbury Water Technology, Angola, presented their monthly report. He reported the “plant was operating well” with a removal level of 98%.

“A piece of metal got into the pump and caused the pump to fail. Due to hydrogen sulfite, there have been some damages. We will continue to monitor this closely,” he said.

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Online Real Estate Auction 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, 520 E. Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Ranch home on 5.64 acres with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, full furnished basement, two-car attached garage and stocked pond. Auction Manager John Burnau, (574) 376-5340. bidmetzger. com.

AYR Farms Public Auction

10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 2, 2112 Beech Road, Nappanee. Four miles west of Nappanee to Beech Road, then north 500 ft. on right side. Seller is AYR Farms, Harlan Slabaugh. Trucks, tractors, combines, hay equipment, tillage and more. For pictures, visit auctionzip.com, ID No. 22916. LC Auctions & Real Estate, (574) 7730222.

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Online Real Estate And Personal Property Auction 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8. 7220 W. 200S, Larwill. Two-bedroom home with 30-by-40-foot pole barn on 1.8 acres. Open house: 5:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30. bidmetzger.com.

Real Estate Auction 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, Atwood Community Building, 213 E. Hovey St., Atwood. 119 acres offered in 3 tracts in Prairie Township, Kosciusko County. metzgerauction.com.

He said it is not expensive and the other two lift stations “look good.” He said he’d rather do it as a planned repair than an emergency one.

The board agreed to repair the pump at a cost not to exceed $11,000 to “get it back in working order.” LRSD will also replace an aerator.

Astbury said some of the issues are “typical” for these types of systems, but “there are costs associated with it.”

“The other new or rebuilt pumps look pretty good,” said Astbury.

Drum scrubbers have been purchased and will be installed by Astbury.

A five-year permit by IDEM will expire Sept. 30. Astbury will submit a request for a new permit by the end of March. “I don’t expect any problems,” he said of getting the permit.

An engineering report was given by a DLZ Corporation representative, who gave an update on Jellystone Campground’s ferric chloride project. “We are working on plans,” he said. Construction may be done in March once a tank has been ordered.

“We will invest in what needs to be done in order to connect with us,” said Haney.

The board received commercial property responses to questionnaires from Barbee Hotel, The Moorings and Lake Life Bar and

Grill. The board has an option to mail out questionnaires twice a year. An inspection report will be done on an annual basis.

The connection status for four properties was discussed. LRSD has started the recommended forced connection action process on two of the properties. The other two will be sold at a sheriff’s sale.

A request by a property owner to rescind reimbursement charges for grinder damages was denied.

The board approved its 2023 meeting schedule. Meetings will be held the third Wednesday of the month.

The next meeting is 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at its office in Warsaw.

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