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PLENTY OF FOOD — Axl Cannon, left, picks out his pizza with Nappanee Police Officer Cody Ong, who is one of the founders of WaNee Wishes. Photo by Keith Knepp.

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TOUGH CHOICES — Woodview Elementary School Resource Officer James Baumgartner helps Jayce Walter pick out gifts for his family. Photo provided by Kris Hershberger.

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By KEITH KNEPP Staff Writer

Anyone pulling into the parking lot of The Blue Teal in Wakarusa Monday, Dec. 12, might have gotten the wrong impression about what was going on there that evening. Filling numerous parking spots were police vehicles from both Nappanee and Wakarusa, with their drivers in full uniform inside the banquet venue.

The officers were there to brighten the season for children representing Nappanee, Wakarusa and Woodview elementary schools. It was part of the inaugural Wa-Nee Wishes program which allowed the students to go shopping with one of the officers for Christmas gifts for their family.

The evening began with a pizza party at The Blue Teal, with the food donated by Bourbon Street Pizza in Nappanee. The use of the venue was donated by Nelson’s Catering in Wakarusa.

A total of 20 kids were thoughtfully hand-selected by each school’s resource officer in consultation with their respective guidance counselors. Each child was then paired with an officer from one of the two depart-

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ments for an evening of food, fellowship and shopping.

After dinner, everyone boarded one of two buses donated for the evening by Berea Transport in Nappanee. They headed south, led by a police escort, to Walmart in Warsaw.

Each child was afforded $150 to purchase items. While the children were able to purchase items for themselves, many of them bought gifts for others. According to Officer Kris Hershberger, SRO at NorthWood High School, the officers were able to discreetly go over that amount for necessary items, such as shoes and clothing items for themselves.

In the end, the total bill for the shopping spree rang in at around $4,400. That money came from donations from corporations, businesses and individuals in the WaNee community. Additionally, each family represented was given a $100 grocery gift card.

Following the shopping, the buses returned to Wakarusa for cookies. Wives of some of the officers were there to wrap any gifts purchased by the children.

“For years, we worked in collaboration with Goshen Police Department for their ‘Cops and Kids’ program,” said Hershberger. “Fast forward to me getting promoted to overseeing the (Nappanee Police Department’s) services division, which includes the school resource officers and public relations. It got my gears turning. I thought ‘I bet if we brought this to Wa-Nee, we wouldn’t have any problem raising money, and if it was just Nappanee and Wakarusa police departments doing it, we’ll probably see more of our guys participate.”

Hershberger ran his thoughts by colleague Cody Ong and NPD Police Chief Steve Rulli. They contacted Wakarusa Town Marshal Tim Hershberger, who was immediately on board.

A letter explaining the vision of the program was sent it out to local businesses and potential donors, more than 30 of whom committed their financial support.

“This is just one event that we’re going to do,” said Hershberger. “If it wasn’t for our donors we wouldn’t be able to do this.”

The ultimate goal is to have a fund, overseen by the school resource

officers, that can be discretionarily used for families who find themselves in an unexpected financial bind.

“If there’s a need out there, we’re going to help take care of it,” said Hershberger. “I don’t want people to think this is just a Christmastime thing. We want this to be a running fund that people can donate to any time. It will be a fund we use for different needs in the community. The sky is the limit, honestly.”

He added the program also helps bridge the gap between the students and police officers.

“If they had a rough outlook on law enforcement, this is an opportunity to show them that we’re just normal people,” he said.

“It’s also good to show officers who might not work with kids every day that there may be more to that kid’s behavior. The officers can learn from the kids, and the kids can learn from the officers.”

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Little girl remembers Jesus’ birthday this Christmas

By LAURIE LECHLITNER Staff Writer “I love Christmas not just for the presents I get,” stated Charlotte Lechlitner, Winona Lake, age 5¾. “I like the holiday season because I love Jesus. I want everyone to know that Jesus loves them. That’s why he came at Christmas. It’s his birthday!”

Lechlitner doesn’t want a lot for Christmas this year. With a giggle she remarked, “I told Santa to bring me a Barbie Playhouse and a couple dolls. If I get too many toys, I have to store them at my Aunt Amanda’s house.” By the way, Aunt Amanda is one of Lechlitner’s favorite people in the world.

“I help put up the Christmas tree. We put the branches in by hand. We don’t have a real tree because my daddy (Richard Lechlitner) is allergic to pine. But our tree is one of the prettiest in the world. It has bright lights on it and all sorts of Christmas decorations. Mommy (Bethany Lechlitner) helps decorate too. But I do the most.”

Lechlitner has a new baby sister, Annabeth, who will be celebrating her first Christmas with the family this year. “I love my baby sister. I hold her, rock her and play with her. I asked Santa to get her toys that I can play with too. She’s too young to do much.”

She has her own ideas on picking out a Christmas gift for Annabeth. “If mom and dad give me the money, I’ll buy her a pound-apeg toy. It will be fun to watch her hammer something.” Mom shakes her head.

However, older sister has big plans for her baby sibling. “I’m gonna teach her, first of all, how to crawl. I’m still good at that.

Then we’ll walk and finally we’ll run. That’s something I’m really good at.” Lechlitner is quite an energetic young person.

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This super intelligent little girl has been playing the violin for a couple of years now. “My mommy and Aunt Amanda both played the violin when they were girls. I get real nervous when I have to play for a big group of people, though.

I don’t like being up front.” An impartial bystander believes she will grow out of her stage fright quickly. She’s a natural entertainer.

She loves both sets of grandparents. “They’re the best. In the wintertime I go sledding at Papa Stanley’s. Daddy comes too.”

This is the time of year Lechlitner goes with her mother to see “The Nutcracker’s Suit.” “Someday I’m going to dance on the stage.

I love ballet. And the girls get to wear such pretty outfits.”

Right now, she’s busy taking Jujitsu with her father. “I’m a fighting girl. But we never actually hurt one another in class.”

This Christmas season has been a busy one for this little trooper.

“My friend Jenna came over and we baked cookies. Mom helped a little. We’re going to share with family, friends and neighbors.”

She shouted, “Merry Christmas!” as she ran away to play.

THE REASON FOR THE SEASON — Charlotte Lechlitner, Winona Lake, is 5 ¾. Even at her young age, she knows the reason for the season. She’s looking forward to celebrating Jesus’ birthday with her dad, mom and new baby sister Annabeth. Photo provided by Bethany Lechlitner.

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church displays newly donated Nativity scene from Notre Dame

By BRIANNA PITTS Staff Writer Sacred Heart Catholic Church was recently gifted a Nativity scene previously used at Notre Dame University.

“A couple of months ago,” the Rev. Jonathan Norton recalled, “there was an email sent out to several churches in the northeast region of Indiana from Notre Dame. It stated the university had been gifted a new Nativity scene and would be donating theirs to a church on a firstcome first-serve basis. Luckily, I checked my email only a couple minutes after receiving this and was able to email back first before the frenzy ensued.”

After they received word Sacred Heart Catholic Church was chosen, the facilities manager, Mike Wack, went to retrieve it from South Bend. It was then stored until a couple of weeks ago when Brad Durcholz and his wife, Brenda, worked to put all of the pieces together. With the help of

Thomas Burnworth and Mark Messman, the team was able to construct the Nativity scene on Durcholz’s property, deconstruct it and then reconstruct it again on Sacred Heart’s campus.

When asked how the general public was responding to the Nativity scene, Durcholz said, “While we were constructing it, there were several horns honking and thumbs up given as a show of appreciation. So I would say it has been pretty positive.”

Norton said both he and the parishioners were excited to receive the Nativity scene. “When people see this artwork, I pray it will point people back to Christ and remind people of his humble beginnings and give them hope during these times. I hope it will remind people to pray and bring them to the church this holiday season.”

The baby Jesus will be placed in the manger on Christmas day, Monday, Dec. 25, with the wise men arriving a few weeks after that.

NATIVITY SCENE DONATED BY NOTRE DAME — The Nativity scene on the lawn of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, facing Center Street, was recently gifted to the church by Notre Dame. Pictured alongside the donated Nativity scene, from left, are Brad Durcholz, the Rev. David Langford and the Rev. Jonathan Norton. Photo

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A tree showed up in our family room, with lights and bulbs and shiny things all over it. Along with fancy paper-wrapped boxes under it.

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Atwood Otterbein Sisterhood in Faith names officers for 2024 The women’s organization at Atwood Otterbein Church, Sisterhood in Faith, coordinated the collection of hats, gloves, scarves and socks on its Christmas Angel Tree. Treasurer Genyce DiRico delivered the 452 items to Combined Community Services and learned the agency needed winter coats.

The congregation then collected 70 gently-used coats Sunday, Dec. 3 and 10.

Sisterhood in Faith members gathered Wednesday, Dec. 6, at Cerulean Restaurant for its annual Christmas luncheon. Members were thanked for their many projects, which were especially meaningful during this year of change for the church. Members also conducted a memorial service for Joyce Wolf, who passed away

in July, and outgoing officers and committee members were thanked for their service.

Officers for the new year were introduced. The officers are: president, Jane Schroeder; vice president, Sheri McKee; secretary, Marj Harmon; assistant secretary, Lily Miller; treasurer, Genyce DiRico; assistant treasurer, Aimee Ross; and immediate past president, Sue Creighton.

Sisterhood in Faith meets April through December the first Wednesday of each month beginning at 1 p.m. in the church Fellowship Hall. Area Christian women are invited to attend the meetings.

Pastor David Banning’s Dec. 10 message for the children and his sermon focused on “Family Homeland” and how hometown memo-

ries are warm and fuzzy. Banning said God chose Bethlehem for Jesus’ humble birth as a means to foster a personal relationship with followers, like the personal relationships communities and small towns provide.

Atwood Otterbein Church is located at 306 E. Main St. in Atwood and is handicapped accessible.

Sunday services begin at 9:30 a.m.

People are invited to come early for coffee and stay late for snacks and Bible study with Patsianne Harrold (now focused on Esther).

Banning may be reached by calling (574) 858-2291 or email atwoodotterbeinchurch@gmail.com.

The church’s website is atwoodotterbeinchurch.org and the church Facebook page is Atwood Otterbein Church.

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The Claypool Fire Department held its annual Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 9.

The event included awards and recognition for the work of those who serve on the department.

Chief Rick Hurley received the Fireman of the Year Award. Assistant Chief Tommy Stutzman earned the Service Award.

CHEERS TO CCS — Kosciusko County Kettleheads member Dustin Hollar, left, presents a gift of more than $1,700 to Tim Frame, Combined Community Services’ director of emergency assistance. Photo provided

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Kosciusko Kettleheads donate $1,700 to CCS The Kosciusko County Kettleheads held its annual Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 2.

The highlight of the event was the charity raffle, with

proceeds donated to Combined Community Services, Warsaw.

Home brewer Dustin Hollar presented Tim Frame, director of emergency assistance at CCS, with a gift of $1,761.

‘Coffee, Cookies and Carols’ service Dec. 24 Grace Lutheran Church, 203 E. Main St., Syracuse, will be hosting a “Coffee, Cookies and Carols” service at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 24.

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FIREMEN RECOGNIZED — Claypool Fire Department Chief Rick Hurley, left, was recently awarded the town’s Fireman of the Year Award, and Assistant Chief Tommy Stutzman received the Service Award. Photo provided by Stephanie Stutzman.

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NappaNee area News Registration open for winter reading challenge Stop in to register for the Nappanee Public Library’s annual winter reading challenge and earn chances to win prizes.

Participants can earn tickets for registering and reading up to 750 minutes. Enter the weekly prize drawings by checking out anything from the library.

OFFICER AWARDS — The Nappanee Police Department recently presented three of its members with awards. Pictured from left are School Resource Officer Dan Hawkins, who received the Life Saving Award; Patrolman Cody Ong, Full-Time Officer of the Year; and Reserve Corporal Mark Osborn, Reserve Officer of the Year. Photo provided by Nappanee Police Department.

Completion of the challenge earns a choice between a free movie at the Nappanee Theatre or a bag of premium popcorn and a slushy from The Dutch Kernel in Nappanee.

Stop by the library, 157 N. Main St., Nappanee, or call (574) 773-7919 for further information.

The Nappanee Arts Center seeks local artists Calling all talented potters, painters, sculptors, jewelers and other talented artists: The Nappanee Arts Center is elevating its inventory and is looking for professional pieces to sell in its retail space.

“Our vision is to become a highend art store unlike anything in our area,” said NAC Director Jeff Stillson. “We need your professional pieces to take us to the next level.”

Anyone interested or who would like further information is encouraged to stop by NAC, 253 W. Market St., Nappanee.

Because it is operated by volunteers, hours may vary, although it

is typically from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

It is best to call (574) 354-2477 to confirm someone is available before coming in. You can also look for the green light on the stoplight in the front window, which indicates it is open. You can also email info@nappaneearts.com.

The NAC is a state-of-the-art, nonprofit facility for the community. The working studio space is available to all artists free of charge. As long as you bring in your own art supplies, there is no cost. A variety of complimentary supplies, donated by generous supporters, also are available at no charge.

Nappanee Common Council releases 2024 meeting schedule TOP TEACHER — Congratulations to Wakarusa Elementary School kindergarten teacher, Anni Boocher.

Boocher was recently selected as this year’s Wakarusa Chamber of Commerce Educator of the Year. She is pictured in back with children in her classroom. Photo provided.

Food budgeting, meal planning Jan. 4 at Nappanee Public Library Looking to save time and money while eating well? Learn how to get the most from your food dollars, plan nutritious meals and reduce food waste.

Join Purdue Extension for this free educational program presented by Emily Christ, Purdue

University extension educator in health and human sciences in Elkhart County. This program is being offered at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 4, at the Nappanee Public Library, 157 N. Main St., Nappanee.

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The city of Nappanee has announced the 2024 meeting schedule for the common council. Meetings typically will take place at 7 p.m. the first and third Mondays of each month. Exceptions are made due to holidays. The schedule is subject to change with notice.

The public is invited to attend all regular meetings of the council, and there is always an opportunity for public comment. If you would like to be formally added to the agenda, contact Nappanee City Hall prior to the meeting by calling (574) 773-2112. Meetings take place in City Hall, 300 W. Lincoln St., Nappanee.

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HAPPY RETIREMENT — Congratulations to longtime Nappanee city employee, Gale Gerber, who celebrated his retirement with a party held in his honor last week. Gerber served as the director of the Nappanee Water Department. Pictured from left are former Nappanee Mayor Larry Thompson, Gerber, Wayne Scheumann, Mark Downey, and Nappanee Fire Chief Don Lehman. Photo provided by Miriam Hartman.

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NEW GARAGE — Contractors are putting the final touches on WaNee Community Schools’ new transportation building on the campus of NorthWood High School. By the end of the year, bus drivers and transportation staff will have a new building to house personnel and take care of their fleet. Photo provided by Barton Coe Vilamaa Architects and Engineers.

Wa-Nee schools opening new transportation center During the holiday break, the transportation department of Wa-Nee Community Schools will be opening a new transportation facilities center in Nappanee, just north of NorthWood High School. It will be located at 2285 Legacy Lane, off CR 150 across from the school’s new baseball facility.

“We are one of very few schools in the state of Indiana without a facility,” said Transportation Director Amy Rosa. “This will change for us when we move our dispatch and operation into the new building. To say we are excited is an understatement.

Our new building has been talked about by all transportation directors before me. As the current director, I am honored to bring this improvement to our community. The drivers will now have a training room big enough to house our training sessions, a bus wash to keep buses clean, an office and mechanic staff to support their routes and bus needs and a secure parking lot. Our site also has a new fuel station to replace

the old below- ground tanks that are scheduled to be decommissioned.”

Construction started on the new facility in February 2023.

The department will move in to the new facility over the holiday break to make sure its operations are up and running again for January when the students return. The garage will hold up to four, full-sized buses for maintenance.

“On behalf of all our bus drivers, who work hard every day to provide safe and reliable transportation, thank you to the Wa-Nee administration, school board, and stakeholders for this advancement,” added Rosa. “As always, I am recruiting bus drivers. If anyone is interested in joining our hard-working team, please reach out to me. We provide all the training necessary to become a bus driver. Bus driving is a very hard job but also very rewarding.”

For more information about the department, visit wanee.org/ transportation.aspx. Rosa can be reached at arosa@wanee.org.

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By DEEANNA MURASKI and DARLA MCCAMMON Guest Writers Last week, we started our Art of Christmas All Stars with the dastardly devil, The Grinch, created by Theodore Griesel a/k/a Dr. Seuss.

This week we have another baddie turned goodie: Ebenezer Scrooge.

Scrooge came to life through the brilliant imagination of Charles Dickens. Scrooge has become so popular that the words “scrooge” and “bah-humbug” are firmly interred in the international vernacular.

Similar to Dr. Seuss’ “The Grinch that Stole Christmas,” Dickens’ “Christmas Carol” was immediately sold out when it was released Dec. 14, 1843. The storyline and “staves” – chapters of the story, were fresh, original, creative and condemning all at once. But what helped bring the story to life were the bleak, detailed pen and ink drawings illustrated by John Leech.

Dickens had experienced the ravages of childhood poverty when his father was imprisoned in debtor’s prison. The experience haunted him the rest of his short life and was the impetus for “A Christmas Carol.” Coupled with his personal experience he also toured the Cornish Tin Mines and was disgusted with the way child workers were treated. Instead of lambasting parliament, Dickens took another tactic and used “A Christmas Carol” as his missive. His book was golden and highly acclaimed by other writers, creatives and those in the upper echelons with the wherewithal to make needed changes in work conditions.

John Leech’s depiction of Scrooge and the Ghost was as haunting as Dickens’ text and story. His linear perspective lent to the cut-anddried personage of Scrooge — everything was harsh lines with few softening curves. Even though Scrooge has a warm cup of tea or soup next to him, has a warm fire beside him, and the glow from a

Christmas candle on the table, it cannot cut through the dark dank looming all around ready to envelop Scrooge.

Leech created the invisible ghost a feat very difficult with pen and ink. But you feel the heaviness of the ghost’s chains through his ethereal presence.

Like the Grinch, Scrooge even though hardened and layered with an egotistical center, eventually wins us over when he melts that exterior with a flaming heart bound to change and do good.

Events At Warsaw City Hall, Pierceton Picker Dave Taylor is exhibiting his art. He will be exhibiting until the end of January and the exhibit will be changing. We will let readers know the dates of when he is scheduled to do a meet and greet during the lunch hour.

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

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Dining with Diabetes is a weekly class that runs for four weeks. The four classes will be offered Tuesday, Jan. 9, 16, 23, and 30. Classes will be held from 3-5 p.m. at the Center for Healing and Hope, Goshen.

A follow-up session will take place at 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 2. The program will be taught in English and Spanish simultaneously.

The class is open to those with diabetes, their family members, and caretakers. All costs will be covered/sponsored from the IHOPE partnership. Pre-registration is required and participants are encouraged to attend all class sessions. Each week will include a two-hour lesson, food demonstration, and food basket to take home to cook the food made during the lesson.

Participants will also receive a 1.5 quart slow cooker incentive at the end of the program.

Participants will learn up-todate information on nutrition, meal planning, exercise and how to understand common diabetes related medical tests and how to prepare meals that are healthy, easy to prepare and tasty. Recipes will be demonstrated and samples will be available to participants.

For more information, contact Emily Christ at (574) 533-0554 or email ewitters@purdue.edu. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, call the office at (574) 533-0554 by Tuesday, Dec. 26.

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EntErtainmEnt FULL HOUSE — The Cookies with Santa event drew a crowd of kids and adults to enjoy cookies, cocoa, candy canes, gifts and sleigh rides. Photo provided The Echoes of the Past.

Echoes of the Past serves up holiday cheer with Santa Santa heard the wishes of a packed schoolhouse of children on Saturday Dec. 9, at the third annual Cookies with Santa event held

by The Echoes of the Past vintage farm tool club.

Children from one week old to some fun-loving adults took turns talking with Santa and telling him their greatest Christmas wishes.

Mrs. Claus assisted Santa with handing out gifts and candy canes to the kids.

Cookies and cocoa were served throughout the event.

Children could also make a variety of crafts to take home to decorate their Christmas tree. Sam Hedington and Andrea Hedington manned the sleigh, and Russel Rose let the club use the sleigh for the event.

YES, VIRGINIA, THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS — Virginia Jane Brindle had her first-ever visit with Santa Claus at the Cookies with Santa event on Saturday, Dec. 9. Photo provided by The Echoes of the Past.

YOUNG AT HEART — Wayne and Beth Landis find you are never too old to visit with Santa. Photo provided by The Echoes of the Past.

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According to research by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drinking and driving kills 28 people a day in the United States, which adds up to more than 10,000 lives lost each year.

Impaired drivers not only put themselves and others at risk, they also take a significant amount of time and resources from law enforcement.

In 2022, the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute and local law enforcement increased efforts to promote and support high-visibility enforcement in the form of sobriety checkpoints, signboards and patrol car signage. According to research conducted by the Center for Disease Control, sobriety checkpoints reduce fatalities, injury accidents and property damage accidents by about 20%.

According to the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, in 2022, the DUI Task Force program issued 35,968 citations with 2,800 DUI arrests for alcohol specifically. A total of 1,365 officers worked 18,565.78 hours and made a DUI arrest every 6.4 hours. According to the NHTSA, drinking and driving costs more than $44 billion in deaths and damages annually.

The legal limit of blood alcohol content is 0.08%, at which point one may experience poor muscle coordination and judgment, self-control, reasoning and memory are impaired.

Young people are the most at-risk for drunk driving.

NHTSA data shows that drivers between the ages of 2124 account for 27% of all fatal alcohol-impaired crashes, followed closely by 25-34 year olds, 25%.

Driving drunk affects one’s ability to drive because concentration becomes difficult, information processing times lengthen, speed control worsens, perception is compromised, and some experience short-term memory loss.

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Depending on the classification, the driver could be ordered to pay large fines, lose their license or be jailed. A first-time offense can cost the driver upwards of $10,000 in fines and legal fees. If the driver is a habitual offender, the driver typically faces jail time and permanent license revocation. The consequences become much more severe if injuries or fatalities occur.

Your car insurance rates after a DUI or DWI will skyrocket. Generally, after receiving a DUI or DWI on your record, car insurance companies will assess you as a “high-risk driver” and will increase premiums to cover the increased risk. For example, according to BankRate, post-DUI car insurance rates can increase anywhere from $800 to $3,000.

To avoid drunk driving, have a plan set in place before a drink touches your lips. There are plenty of ways to avoid drunk driving, such as assigning a designated driver, using a taxi or ride share app, or calling a friend or family member for a ride home. If you are hosting a gathering and someone does insist on driving home drunk, the best course of action is to report them. It could save a life.

Drivers are encouraged to report drivers that exhibit signs of impaired or unsafe driving. Examples of impaired driving include making wide turns, weaving, swerving, drifting, riding the center lane, driving slow, braking erratically, stopping without cause, responding slowly to traffic signals and turning abruptly.

If you notice a drunk driver on the road, make note of their license plate number, vehicle make, vehicle model, vehicle color and location. To report, safely pull over, make a call to 911 and tell the dispatcher the vehicle information.

Drunk driving is not worth the risk it brings. It is not worth the emotional stress, financial hardship, future job insecurity, inability to obtain a driver’s license or the possibility of severe injury or death.

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North Webster Christmas Cash Winners

FIRST PLACE WINNER — First place winner in The Papers’ Webster Christmas Cash promotion was Chris Paulus of North Webster.

Paulus registered at The River Coffeehouse in North Webster. Paulus was not available at photo time. Accepting his $250 in a combination of gift certificates and Christmas Cash was Ainsley Holsten, employee at The River Coffeehouse.

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SECOND PLACE WINNER — Janette Stackhouse of Milford was the second place winner in The Papers’ North Webster Christmas Cash promotion. Stackhouse registered at Clayton Garden Center in North Webster. Pictured is Stackhouse with Brad Clayton. Photo by Susan Stump.

THIRD PLACE WINNER — Third place winner of $50 in Christmas Cash/gift certificates was Christine Meek of Pierceton. Meek registered at Neighborhood Fresh in North Webster. Meek is shown with Kyle Badskey, assistant manager. Photo by Susan Stump.

Tomassi: Barn Christmas display ‘brings out the kid in people’ Text and Photos

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer A Mentone man says the Christmas decorations display in his barn “brings out the kid in people.”

It took David Tomassi four months to set up the array in his barn located at 510 S. Franklin St., Mentone. He had an electrician “increase the voltages” to allow for it.

Tomassi has opened the barn up for people to tour, with this weekend the last time it may be done for the year. People may call him at (702) 332-9449 to see what those times are.

Though anyone is welcome to stop by, Tomassi said he especially welcomes the families of police, firefighters and military members.

“It’s my appreciation for what they do for us, and I really want them to know this,” he said. “I don’t think the police officers and firefighters (get) enough credit.

So anytime I see a military man or a police officer, I say, ‘Thank you for your service,’ and I want them to know that.”

Tomassi started collecting the Christmas decorations in 1999.

“It was the Christmas spirit,” he said of what motivated him to start getting the items.

Those include trains, a fullsize Santa, two full-size motionactivated snowmen and the many pieces of his Christmas villages.

He’s still buying new items.

“I prefer the older villages because they’re better made,” he said, noting newer ones are constructed of plastic.

Tomassi shops at places including eBay, Amazon, The Bradford Exchange and Mr. Christmas.

CHRISTMAS MAGIC — David Tomassi has filled his barn at 510 S. Franklin St., Mentone, with Christmas decorations he’s collected since 1999. People are welcome to see them this upcoming weekend.

His favorite pieces include his Mr. Christmas train and the Ferris wheels and choir and ballroom dancing ones.

Tomassi first put out the display at Christmas parties he would have for friends when he lived in Las Vegas, Nev. “They came every year, and they cried every year,” he said.

Tomassi said he views the decorations as a “fantasy world.”

“I just like the physical energy that comes from the people when they walk in. It’s like ‘Oh, my gosh,’” he said. “They look at the trains and the snowmen especially.”

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‘FANTASY WORLD’ — David Tomassi refers to the Christmas display in his Mentone barn as a ‘fantasy world.’ The Mr. Christmas train in the front of the photo is one of his favorite pieces.

MICKEY AND MORE — Mickey Mouse and other Disney characters are featured in one of David Tomassi’s arrangements of decorations in his Mentone barn.

Christmas past, how it used to be,” he said. “It brings back memories, and it brings joy, magic and the spirit of Christmastime.”

He said several 90-something women came through and started dancing with the motion-activated snowmen.

“It looked like they were dancing like they were 17 years old.

It just brings the child back out,” said Tomassi.

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Obituaries Lynn M. Allegret

Lynn M. Allegret, 74, Syracuse, died Dec. 13, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse.

Joseph R. Bailey

Joseph “Joe” R. Bailey, 69, Rochester, died at 12: 53 p.m. Dec. 10, 2023.

He was born Jan. 20, 1954.

Surviving are his children, Jennifer Warstler, Syracuse, and Casey Bailey, Indiana; brothers, Thomas Bailey, Charles Bailey, Sheldon Bailey and Douglas Bailey, all of Rochester; sisters, Ann Pouponce, Winona Lake, Pamela Bailey, Rochester, and Kimberly Springer, Sarasota, Fla.; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Dec. 14 at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Andrew David Baker

Andrew David Baker, 34, New Paris, died Dec. 10, 2023.

He was born March 25, 1989. On Dec. 5, 2014, he married Sarah Pierce; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Charlie and Samantha; his mom, Linda K. Hulse, New Paris; and extended family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held at a later time which will be coordinated by his family.

Marlene Jane Bathrick

Marlene Jane (Reed) Bathrick, 86, Rochester, died Dec. 11, 2023.

She was born Jan. 30, 1937. On Dec. 6, 1958, she married Kenneth Bathrick.

He preceded her in death Nov. 24, 2017.

Surviving are her children, Carmen Paris, Winona Lake, and Kerry Bath-

rick, River Forest, Ill.; four grandchildren; sisters, Deloris Feldman, Rochester, Carolyn McElreath, Sun City, Ariz., Janita Stinson, Kewanna, and Sharon Sterk, Sevierville, Tenn.; brother-in-law, Keith Bathrick, Rochester; sisters-inlaw, Karen Gibson, Marilyn Townsend and Carolyn Wagoner; and many nieces and nephews.

Services were held Dec. 15 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Burial was in Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Donald D. Bice Sr.

Donald D. Bice Sr., 90, Syracuse, died Dec. 14, 2023.

He was born Dec. 5, 1933. On April 19, 1958, he married Monica R. Trytko.

She preceded him in death in 2019.

Surviving are his children, Donald Bice Jr., Milford, Kathy Brown, Syracuse, Carl “Buddy” Bice, Cortez, Fla., and Keith Bice, Indianapolis; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sisters, Colleen Kubacki, Mishawaka, and Jayne Dregits, Elkhart.

Services were held Dec. 17 at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse. A private burial took place the following day.

Jerry Lee Bickel

Jerry Lee Bickel, 75, Elkhart, died Dec. 13, 2023.

He was born May 26, 1948. On Nov. 27, 2010, he married Pamela J. (Neff) Smith; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Brandon Lee Bickel and Elizabeth “Libby” Eby, both of Nappanee, Stacie Trammel, Benton, Melanie Bickel, Elkhart, and Jeremy Geers, Pleasant Garden, N.C.; stepchildren, Elizabeth Williams, Mishawaka, Matthew Smith, Shipshewana, Jason Smith, Phoenix, Ariz., and Angel Sanchez Mendez, Michigan; 19 grand-

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Services were held Dec. 19 at YoderCulp Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Oakridge Cemetery, Goshen.

Ginger L. Bitner

Ginger L. (Brown) Bitner, 76, Osceola, died Dec. 10, 2023.

She was born March 21, 1947. On Nov. 17, 1967, she married Richard Bitner; he survives.

She is also survived by a daughter, Angie Bitner, Mishawaka; son, Rich Bitner, South Bend; brother, Scott Brown, Syracuse; and a nephew.

No services are being held at this time. Palmer Funeral Home-Bubb Chapel, Mishawaka, was in charge of arrangements.

Lawrence Blanchard

Lawrence “L.B.” Blanchard, 88, South Whitley, died Dec. 7, 2023.

He was born Sept. 18, 1935.

Surviving are sons, Bryan Blanchard, South Whitley, and Joe Meggison, Ashland, Ill.; daughters, Shea Blanchard, Huntington, and Taylor Blanchard, Wabash; four grandchildren; sister, Velma Woll; his late wife’s children; and many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Sheryl Ann Bowman

Sheryl Ann Bowman, 72, North Manchester, died Dec. 11, 2023.

She was born March 21, 1951. On Dec. 24, 1971, she married Ned Bowman.

Surviving are daughters, Angela Dillon, Avon, and Laura Bowman, North Manchester; son-in-law, Ravi Shah, Fort Wayne; sisters, Sandra Becker, Gibbon, Neb., Becky McClelland, Westfield, Barbara King, Freetown, and Carol Hawks, Fancy Gap, Va.; and three grandchildren.

Family and friends may call from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester. A celebration of life will begin at the conclusion of calling. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, 1013 W. SR 114, North Manchester.

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LuAnn Buss, 70, Rochester, died at 5:55 a.m. Dec. 7, 2023.

She was born Sept. 22, 1953.

Surviving are sisters, Karen Smithson, Albion, and Kelly Guernsey, Fulton, N.Y.; brother, Brian Buss, Nappanee; nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and nephews.

Services were held Dec. 12 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Burial was in South Union Cemetery.

David Catterton

David Catterton, 79, rural Wabash, died at 11:22 a.m. Dec. 9, 2023.

He was born July 20, 1945.

Surviving are sisters, Lana Brosman, Huntington, and Jane Clark, Pierceton; brother, James Catterton, Marion; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Dec. 18 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

Burial was in Falls Cemetery, Wabash.

Donald D. Drudge

Donald D. Drudge, 85, Warsaw, died Dec. 13, 2023.

He was born Sept. 6, 1938. On Oct. 3, 1960, he married Barbara I. Earl, who preceded him in death in 2013.

He is survived by a daughter, Deborah Shay, Michigan City; three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a sister, Janice Rodgers.

Services were held Dec. 19 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton, with military honors.

Patrick J. Flanagan

Patrick J. Flanagan, 79, Syracuse, died Dec. 4, 2023.

He was born Oct. 21, 1944. On Aug. 20, 1966, he married Sandra Plymale; she survives.

Also surviving are her children, Alane, Valerie, Theresa, Patrick III, Beverly and Tony; eight grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held Dec. 13 at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster. Mass of Christian burial was held Dec. 14 at

St. Martin De Porres, Syracuse. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Ginko Haney

Ginko Haney, 84, Warsaw, died Dec. 10, 2023.

She was born March 1, 1939. On Aug. 24, 1961, she married John E. Haney, who preceded her in death in 2001.

Surviving are her children, Ginger Miller, Goshen, and Jeff Haney, Warsaw; daughter-in-law, Lois Witte; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Services were held Dec. 14 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake.

Connie S. Harlan

Connie S. Harlan, 65, Chalmers, formerly of North Manchester, died Dec. 4, 2023.

She was born Sept. 21, 1958. On Dec. 28, 1998, she married Donald E. Harlan. He preceded her in death Jan. 12, 2022.

She is survived by a brother, Aaron Lowe, Knox; sisters, Denise Janiczak, Elizabethtown, Tenn., Faith Willoughby, Monticello, and Elaine Lowe, Cameron, N.C.; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A celebration of life will be held in the early spring. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Douglas L. Harris

Douglas L. Harris, 61, Goshen, died Dec. 10, 2023.

He was born June 9, 1962.

He is survived by his mother, Marilyn Joan (Crandall) Prickett, Wabash; his children, Ammie Harris and James Harris, both of Warsaw; stepchildren, Michael Pennington and Jaidyn Whipple, both of Goshen, and Kori Cook, Flint, Mich.; eight grandchildren; and a brother, Dan Harris, Wabash.

Services were held Dec. 15 at YoderCulp Funeral Home, Goshen. Cremation took place following services.

Sylvia Louise Henderson

Sylvia Louise Henderson, 85, Leesburg, died Dec. 14, 2023.

She was born July 7, 1938. On Sept.

24, 1960, she married Richard Keith Henderson; he survives.

She is also survived by a son, Greg Henderson, Warsaw; daughter, Lori Lang, Warsaw; three grandchildren; and sisters, Kathy Wallace, Auburn, and Jeanne Coble, Fort Wayne.

Services were held Dec. 18 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Burial was in Miller’s Cemetery, Middletown.

Vivian J. Huff

Vivian J. Huff, 94, Bremen, died Dec. 10, 2023.

She was born April 14, 1929. On Dec. 31, 1946, she married Everett L. Huff.

He preceded her in death July 23, 2006.

Surviving are daughters, Cheryl Slusser, Savannah, Ga., and Sandy Muffley, Bremen; daughters-in-law, Mel Huff, Bremen, and Shelley Huff, North Liberty; son-in-law, Sam Johnson, Bremen; nine grandchildren; 18 greatgrandchildren; and 10 great-greatgrandchildren.

A memorial service was held Dec. 16 at Pine Creek Church of the Brethren, North Liberty.

Thomas H. Jordan

Thomas H. Jordan, 75, South Bend, died Dec. 11, 2023.

He was born Feb. 10, 1948.

He is survived by his wife, Rita Jordan, South Bend; their children, Jared Jordan and Justin Jordan, both of South Bend, Angela Lamb, Nappanee, and Laura Yoder, Summerville, S.C.; 15 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, James Jordan, Mishawaka; sister, Janet Moore, Petoskey, Mich.; and sister-in-law, Karen Jordan, South Bend.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Palmer Funeral HomeWelsheimer North Chapel, South Bend, was in charge of arrangements.

James Russell Justice

James Russell Justice, 71, Lagro, died Oct. 24, 2023.

He was born April 22, 1952. On April 20, 1973, he married Debra Blevins; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Misty Frank and Stephanie Wagner, both of Wabash; brother, Robert Justice, Fort Wayne; sisters, Mary Frasure, North Manchester, Peggy Orr, Betty Jo McKillip and Sarah Polly Cantrell, all of Wabash; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren with one on the way.

Visitation was held Dec. 16 at the Scout Hall Community Center, North Manchester. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Alfred Keim Jr.

Alfred Keim Jr., 85, Nappanee, died at 6:59 a.m. Dec. 10, 2023.

He was born Dec. 11, 1937. On Dec. 14, 1957, he married Janet Rose Deter.

She preceded him in death Jan. 21, 2023.

Surviving are daughters, Darlene Hill, Nappanee, Brenda Schmucker, Etna Green, and Annette Slabaugh, Warsaw; son, Robert Keim, Goshen; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Patricia Leichtman, Arizona.

Graveside services were held Dec. 20 at Union Center Cemetery. ThompsonLengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

LeNelma Jean Kittrell

LeNelma Jean Kittrell, 85, Warsaw, died Dec. 13, 2023.

She was born June 19, 1938.

Surviving are sons, Doug Kittrell and Mike Kittrell, both of Warsaw; daughters, Teresa McConahie, Charlotte, N.C., Mary Gearhart, Patty Kittrell, Penny Kittrell, Kimberly Secrist and Kelly Blackwell, all of Warsaw; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother, Richard Julian, Colorado Springs, Colo.; and sister, Judy Shumaker, Warsaw.

Services were held Dec. 20 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Carlos Mejia

Carlos Mejia, 22, Milford, died Dec. 6, 2023.

He was born July 20, 2001.

He is survived by his parents, Randulfo Mejia, New Paris, and Marlene Mejia, Milford; siblings, Brandy Rickard, Iowa, David Bruder, Elkhart, Matthew Bruder, North Webster, Gabriella Benton, Milford, and Lindsay, Rudy and Allison Mejia, all of New Paris; and many nieces and nephews.

A life celebration was held Dec. 13 at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse. A mass of Christian burial was held Dec. 14 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Goshen. Burial was in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Milford.

Rosemary Method

Rosemary “Peg” Method, 85, Milford, died Dec. 11, 2023.

She was born April 17, 1938. She married Jerry Method.

Surviving are daughters, Julie Frew, Milford, Kathy Stoffel, Syracuse, and Christine “Christy” Hinderer, Pierceton; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Jan Bowler and Sharon Kaufman, both of Milford.

Services were held Dec. 15 at the Christian Church of Milford. Burial will be in Milford Cemetery at a later date.

Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse was in charge of arrangements.

David L. Mills

David L. Mills, 87, North Manchester, died Dec. 9, 2023.

He was born Jan. 1, 1936. On Feb. 1, 1958, he married Joyce Brown; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Andrew Mills, Camden, S.C.; daughter, Maribeth Callicoat, North Manchester; brother, Jon Michael “Mick” Mills, Phoenix, Ariz.; sisters, Virginia Thorrington, Kokomo, and Debra Paulson, Coon Rapids, Minn.; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

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p.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, at North Manchester United Methodist Church, 306 E. 2nd St., North Manchester. Services will being at the conclusion of calling.

Burial will be in Rochester IOOF Cemetery at a later date. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.

Timothy L. Miner

Timothy L. Miner, 75, Warsaw, died Dec. 9, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

Rita M. Moore

Rita M. Moore, 77, Wakarusa, died at 3:40 p.m. Dec. 14, 2023.

She was born April 16, 1946. On June 22, 1968, she married Ralph Moore. He preceded her in death March 25, 2001.

She is survived by a son, Ryan Moore, San Diego, Calif.; many nieces and nephews; numerous great-nieces and nephews; special cousins; and caregiver, Sandy Walters.

A memorial service is being planned for a later date. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Rose Newcomer

Rose Newcomer, 68, North Webster, died at 12:39 p.m. Dec. 8, 2023.

She was born Aug. 6, 1955.

Surviving are her children, Renea Skaggs, North Webster, April Bowling, Albion, and Tonya VanDusen, Syracuse; stepchildren, Ryan Newcomer and Teisha Juday; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one brother; three sisters; and her first husband, Sam Bowling, Pierceton.

Services were held Dec. 12 at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster. Burial was in North Webster Cemetery-Mock Addition.

Janice A. Owens

Janice A. (Holbrook) Owens, 86, Warsaw, died Dec. 13, 2023.

She was born Aug. 7, 1937. On July 27, 1956, she married Valis Owens, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, David Owens, Dayton, Ohio, Rick Owens, Silver Lake, Terry Owens, Heathsville, Va., Kathy Schott, Fort Wayne, Linda Donavan, South Bend, and Lisa Derf, Silver Lake; daughter-in-law, Christina Owens, Warsaw; sisters-in-law, Julia Holbrook and Cathy Holbrook; 20 grandchildren; and 33 great-grandchildren.

Services were held Dec. 18 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Nancy Ann Pestow

Nancy Ann Pestow, 83, Wakarusa, died Dec. 7, 2023.

She was born May 31, 1930.

Surviving are nine nieces; seven nephews; 45 great-niece and nephews; 63 great-great-nieces and nephews; and three great-great-great-nieces and nephews.

Visitation and funeral mass was held Dec. 13 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Goshen. Burial was in Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Sidney P. Phillips

Sidney P. “Sid” Phillips, 71, Warsaw, died Dec. 6, 2023.

He was born June 6, 1952. On June 24, 2000, he married Connie Byrer; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, George Phillips; daughter, Michelle Schambers; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and a sister, Sandy Phillips Gafford Holguin.

Services were held Dec. 18 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Stanley Norman Phillips

Stanley Norman “Stan” Phillips, 80, Warsaw, died Dec. 7, 2023.

He was born Sept. 4, 1943.

He is survived by his wife, Linda; daughters, Ranai and Vicki; six grandchildren; and a sister, Sandra Holguin, Mesa, Ariz.

Services were held Dec. 18 at Winona Lake Community Church. Private entombment will be held at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, at a later date. Titus

Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Fred Powell

Fred Powell, 90, Atwood, died Dec. 13, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

Carolyn Marquis Rowe

Carolyn “Jane” Marquis Rowe, 83, Goshen, died Dec. 14, 2023.

She was born Nov. 16, 1940. On June 11, 1960, she married Larry J. Rowe; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, April Newby, Cochran, Ga., Matthew Rowe, Cromwell, and Elizabeth “Betsy” Rowe, South Bend; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; former son-in-law, Jeremy Zentz; sisters, Janet Hoover, Goshen, and Marilyn Saal, Fort Wayne; and sister-in-law, Linda Marquis, Casa Grande, Ariz.

Visitation and funeral mass was held Dec. 20 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will take place Thursday, Dec. 21, at Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Ruth Ann Schacht

Ruth Ann Schacht, 83, Leesburg, died Dec. 12, 2023.

She was born Jan. 18, 1940. On Jan. 26, 1963, she married Curtis Lee Schacht; he survives.

Also surviving are sons, David Schacht, Elmhurst, Ill., and Paul Schacht, Leesburg; and three grandchildren.

Join the family to share memories from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, at Ruth and Curt’s home.

Caryl Schwaller

Caryl Schwaller, 54, Tippecanoe Lake, Leesburg, died Dec. 14, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster.

Alice F. Sparks

Alice F. Sparks, 76, Warsaw, died Dec. 7, 2023.

She was born May 21, 1947. She married Jerry L. Sparks, who survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Judy Cahill, Pierceton, and Rita Slater, Warsaw; and two grandsons.

A private graveside service was held at Washington Union Cemetery, Pierceton. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Niles Fredrick Swihart

Niles Fredrick “Fred” Swihart, 81, Nappanee, died at 8:35 a.m. Dec. 12, 2023.

He was born Nov. 12, 1942. On Nov. 18, 1961, he married Linda Wiseman; she survives.

Also surviving are sons, Tony Swihart, South Bend, Roger Swihart, Elkhart, and Glen Swihart, Nappanee; 16 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sister, Gloria Cleveland, Nappanee; brother, Jerry Swihart, Osceola; sisters-in-law, Terry Swihart, Wakarusa, and Deb Swihart, Nappanee; and brother-in-law, L.C. Kitts, Elkhart.

Cremation will take place and a celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Janet Eloise Teel

Janet Eloise Teel, 88, Cromwell, died Dec. 11, 2023.

She was born Nov. 21, 1935. On June 21, 1958, she married David L. Teel,

BiRths Lanae Rose Miller

Maynard and Lynette (Miller) Miller, Leesburg, are the parents of a daughter, Lanae Rose, born at 8:26 p.m. Dec. 9, 2023. She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces.

Lilith Ava Grace Garcia

Alexander and Sydney (Miller) Garcia, Goshen, are the parents of a daughter, Lilith Ava Grace, born at 2:18 a.m. Dec. 12, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee.

She weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 19 inches long.

who preceded her in death in 2001.

Surviving are daughters, Cynthia Dooley and Christina Davidsen, both of Cromwell; six grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; four great-greatgrandchildren; sisters-in-law, Patricia Shepherd, Ligonier, and Annis Walker, West Virginia; and many nieces and nephews.

Services were held Dec. 15 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial was in Sparta Cemetery, Kimmell.

Janet M. Tuvell

Janet M. Tuvell, 79, Syracuse, died Dec. 8, 2023.

She was born Jan. 11, 1944. On Feb. 26, 1971, she married Dolph Tuvell; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Teresa Owens, Syracuse, Troy Airgood, Ligonier, and Ginger Wiley, Milford; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and sisters, June Cedeno, Ozark, Ala., and Joyce and Dewitt, Pelion, S.C. Services were held Dec. 14 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial was in Oak Park Cemetery.

Newell Chase Warrix

Newell Chase “Jake” Warrix, 88, Warsaw, died Dec. 13, 2023.

He was born April 17, 1935. On Dec. 17, 1955, he married Mollie Bernice Wireman; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Gail

Jacobs and Terry Owens, both of Warsaw; five grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; and sister, Sue Hall Conley, Warsaw.

Services were held Dec. 19 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton.

beck, Colorado, and Bob Strombeck, North Webster; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and brothers, Merl Wilson, North Manchester, and Richard Wilson, Pierceton.

Services were held Dec. 15 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Bender Chapel, North Manchester. Burial was in South Whitley Cemetery.

Shirley Anne Bosell Williams, 93, Winona Lake, died Dec. 11, 2023.

She was born April 4, 1930. On Sept.

2, 1951, she married Lyle Williams, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Dale Williams, Punta Gorda, Fla., Karen Overmyer, Winona Lake, and Diane Dobbins, Santa Clara, Calif.; seven grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

The family will plan a memorial service at a later date. Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, was in charge of arrangements.

Richard Lee Wilson, 72, Albion, died Dec. 13, 2023.

He was born March 21, 1951. On Oct. 16, 1976, he married Connie Lawrence; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Patricia Lynn Colvin, Ligonier, Richard Wilson, Gas City, Randall Wilson, New Castle, and Fred Wilson, Darien, Ga.; many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren; sisters, Connie Fedorow, Tammy Clark and Teresa Howell; and brothers, Robert Wilson and Dana and Ricky Morton.

Services were held Dec. 16 at YoderCulp Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Elkhart Prairie Cemetery, Goshen.

Shirley Anne Bosell Williams

Lewis M. Wilson

Lewis M. “Lewie” Wilson, 84, South Whitley, died at 5:05 p.m. Dec. 9, 2023.

He was born Aug. 24, 1939. In 1960, he married Sheila Michael. In 1981, he married Lila Strombeck, who preceded him in death in 2006.

Surviving are his children, Lynnette “Charlie” Lovellette, LaFontaine, Michael Wilson, Wabash, and Randall Wilson, LaFontaine; stepsons, Dave Strom-

Richard Lee Wilson

Laura Belle Young

Laura Belle Young, 89, Warsaw, died at 6 p.m. Dec. 6, 2023.

Services were held Dec. 16 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

County RepoRt Court News Small Claims

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Snow and Sauerteig LLP v. Dawn Blanton, $1,042.78; v. Martin Casey, $1,530.57; v. Ashley N. Delawder, $396.46; v. Joshua W. Galvin, $2,267.56; v. David Hentzell, $10,000; v. Kristina Lyons, $3,918.14; v. Abraham J. Monsivais Torres, $2,553.74; v. Tomara Purdy, $882.97; v. Martha Ramirez, $2,186.45; v. Reva Rangel, $739.76; v. Bonnie Rans, $6,601.88; v. Braxton C. Slone, $1,956.73; v. Bobi Sopher, $10,000 The South Bend Clinic LLP v. Rafailito Hernandez, $650.21 Money Matters Professional Collections LLC v. Savannah M. Holderman $2,293.09; v. Trinity R. Marsillett, $2,931.60; v. Donald J. Ring, $698.23 Sherri Makinson v. Murphy Pozzi, Sherry Pozzi, $2,013.57 General Audit Corp. v. Jason Sumpter, $495.12

Civil Collections

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

Isabel Escutia Barajas, $13,746.64;v.

Brandon A. Faught, $1,923.65; v. Ana M. Phelps, $1,336.50 Mariner Finance LLC v. Isaias Benitez Marin, $3,245.82; v. Traci L. Benzing, $2,179.42; v. Nicole D. Gibson, $3,535.12; v. Allen N. and Sherry M. Jeckert, $9,420.17; v. Enrigue M. Ramos, $3,555.16; v. Alex Sanchez Cacahua, $2,538.49; v. Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Brian A. Boner, $9,675.56; v.

James A. Bumbaugh, $8,697.37; v. Jason Grimm, $7,146.18 Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Deana M. Caldwell, $9,313.94; v. Robert K. Powell, $16,948.28;v. Angela M. Trisler, $16,438.89;v. Kylee Weatherby, $11,975.85 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Yvonne Coy, $1,604.17; v. Cayse L. Kentch, $2,462.53 NCB Management v. Paula Ditton, $2,698.80 Velocity Investments LLC v. Nayeli Robles Flores, $9,943.82 Midland Credit Management Inc. v.

Derek Goodsell, $892.17; v. Myra Nissley, $1,123.62 Capital One NA v. Airaka M. Houser, $1,967.95; v. Jean M. Santiago, $2,706.92

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v.

Lisa Jayne, $2,512.82; v. Kelly L. Owens, $915.27; v. David D. Stinton, $1,083.31 DNF Associates LLC v. Joseph M. Littlejohn Jr., $606.36 LVNV Funding LLC v. Carlie Shepherd, $753.92 Snap-on Credit LLC v. Collin Thomas, $9,460.80 Credit Service International v. Tracy Thompson, $3,871.47

Mortgage Foreclosures

The following mortgage foreclosure has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Carrington Mortgage Services LLC v.

Steven C. Koozer, $147,020.28

Evictions

The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Tonya L. Blanchard and Tony Blanchard v. Andrew Bella and Ashley Ellis, $5,273.74 Sherri Makinson v. Alicia Bottorff, $4,975; v. Tina Cole, Frederick Willis, $3,325; v. Katherine DeMetz, $4,619.29;v. Brayion Dowd, $5,015; v.

Alayzia Miller, $7,380 Etna Green MHP 1 LLC v. Angie Hanes and Brandon Meisner, $3,605 Orchard Ridge Apartments v. Katlyn Kennedy, $1,135; v. Brandy Littlejohn, $3,417.99 Culver Development Corp. v. Kathryn M. Krauter, $1,666.68

Superior Court III

The following fines for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding — Keegan R. Bayne, North Webster, $25; Shawn A. Ousley, Warsaw, $164.50 Failure of occupant to use safety belt — John J. Richard, Rochester, $25; Crystal L. Cave, North Manchester, $25; Todd A. Shoemaker, Warsaw, $25 No valid driver’s license — Hugo Bautista, Warsaw, $164.50; Tye A. Sommers, Syracuse, $164.50 Operating with expired plates — Jacob L. Deaton, Milford, $164; Drake W. Harris, Warsaw, $164; Kyle C. Vogel, Warsaw, $164 Driving while suspended — Holly Brianne Murphy, Akron, $189.50 Speeding, no valid driver’s license — Rony Cantillano, Warsaw, $189.50 Learner’s permit violation— Matthew V. Bloom, Warsaw, $164.50 Driving left of center, failure of

occupant to use safety belt — Roger L. Rollins, Warsaw, $189.50 Owner allows dog to stray beyond owner’s premises — David A. Cowan, Warsaw, $25

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

Cook-Owens

Morgan Amber Cook, 20, Etna Green, and Jacob Nathanial Owens, 20, Troy, Tenn.

Dove-Hendrix

Heaven Lee Dove, 21, Warsaw, and Collin Eli William Hendrix, 22, Warsaw

Lee-Foy

Abigale Cora Lee, 22, Plymouth, and Stephen Eugene Foy III, 21, Leesburg

Bruny-Frere

Rosenel Bruny, 33, Warsaw, and Marie Marthe Petit Frere, 28, Warsaw

Ellinger-Jeppson

Jacelyn Grace Ellinger, 22, Warsaw, and Jordan Robert Jeppson, 25, Wolfforth, Texas

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Mark Wayne Minear, 66, Leesburg, and Lori Lea Schrader, 60, Pierceton

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Shannon Nicole Hein, 40, Warsaw, and William Paul Clutter, 44, Warsaw

Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Kosciusko Superior Courts I and IV: Strickland — Olivia Strickland, Leesburg, and Nicolis Strickland, North Webster. They were married June 25, 2022, and separated Dec. 6, 2023. One minor child.

Carter — Lindsey Carter, Warsaw, and Caleb Carter, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 10, 2016; no separation date given. Two minor children.

Burnworth — Craig Burnworth, Etna Green, and Amber Burnworth, Walkerton. They were married Oct. 10, 2020, and separated in April 2021. No minor children.

Sanner — Heidi Sanner, Warsaw, and David Sanner, Warsaw. They were married June 1, 2012; no separation date given. No minor children.

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Public Auctions 40th Annual New Year’s Auction 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 1. Located at 13787 N. 200W, North Manchester. Now accepting consignments. Tractors, livestock equipment, shop tools, ATV’s, trucks & trailers, construction equipment, hay & straw equipment. Metzger Property Services.

Three-Ring Auction 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2. Located at Chupp Auction Center, 890 S. Van Buren St., Shipshewana. Pedal toys, coins, pocket watches, furniture & appliances, wholesale and workman’s warehouse items. Online bidding available only on Ring 1 with toys & pedals. Full catalog and photos available at auctionzip.com. Chupp Auctions.

Conkling Lake House & Land Auction Tuesday, Jan. 9. Lake house sells at 5:30 p.m., land sells at 6 p.m. Auction located at North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St., North Webster. Backwater lakefront house, 1,431 sq. ft. with 24x30 heated pole barn. Located at 71 W20 Ln., North Webster. Land: 132.86 acres in six parcels, two 5-acre wooded tracts, 10 acres partially wooded. Five, 40 and 65-acre tillable tracts. Located west of SR 13 in North Webster on 650N to 675E. Watch for signs. Open house 3-5 p.m.

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GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY — Warsaw Altrusa Club members are shown with Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer. In front from left are Susan Woodward, Rosemary Laughlin, Mary Garrett, Julie Hall, Cathy Cox, Jeanine Knowles and Sharon Sanders.

In back are Shannon Giles, Lorie Krygier, Stephanie Booth, Norma Stiegel, Bev Faulkner, Donna Josellis, Mayor Thallemer, Jan Sloan, Beth Huffer, Sue Creighton, Vicki Martin and Paula Shalley. Photo provided by Warsaw Altrusa Club.

The Warsaw Altrusa Club met for a special dinner Thursday, Nov. 16.

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Warsaw Altrusa Club celebrates 50 years of service

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Sew Special Network delivers handmade items During the months of October and November, Sew Special Network of Northern Indiana Inc. delivered many large boxes of their handmade items to several nursing homes, cancer centers and outreach organizations throughout the area.

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The Rose Garden Recovery Community is a nonprofit ministry. Its mission is to transform the lives of women held captive by drug and alcohol addiction. It is in a rural, quiet area of Syracuse. It provides a safe, structured community to equip residents in their pursuits of free, sober and productive living. Its vision is to see women remain in recovery as they successfully reunite with families, return to their communities and establish healthy relationships. Sew Special volunteers are happy to continue to provide useful and thoughtful items to the residents.

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HANDMADE ITEMS — Coordinator of Sew Special Network of Northern Indiana, Marsha Frantisak, and director of Rose Garden Recovery Community, Becky Rassi, are going through donations of handmade items for residents and their children made by Sew Special volunteers.

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MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST Manchester University expands For Northern Indiana’s Only Free Digital Daily Newspaper This is a full time position covering city, town and county meetings and events as we bring the broadest and most complete news coverage to our 250,000 weekly website visitors.

Candidate should be naturally curious, adept at asking probing questions to get to the heart of the story, able to meet firm deadlines, and a skilled storyteller.

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opportunities for transfer students

Manchester University has announced a new initiative and pathway for transfer students that will more fully recognize and value their prior academic achievements.

Starting spring 2024, Manchester University will allow students with a two-year associate’s degree in arts or sciences to transfer to Manchester University by accepting their degrees as a block of 60 credits and fulfilling all general education requirements. This initiative is a significant step forward toward improving access for transfer students to a powerful and enriching learning experience at Manchester University.

For students who have completed an Associate of Arts or Associate of Sciences degree, Manchester University becomes an attractive option for pursuing

their four-year degrees and beyond. Many transferred students will now be able to transfer to Manchester and complete their bachelor’s degrees within two years.

“We are thrilled to offer this opportunity to transfer students who have completed their AA or AS degrees. Manchester University recognizes the value of their prior academic work and is dedicated to providing a smooth and supportive transition into our learning community,” said Celia Cook-Huffman, vice president for academic affairs at Manchester University.

By considering liberal arts requirements completed for students transferring with an accredited Associate of Arts or Sciences degree, Manchester University aims to cater to the evolv-

ing needs of a growing student population. This decision reflects the university’s commitment to accessibility and inclusivity in higher education and supports its mission to respect the infinite worth of every individual and graduate persons of ability and conviction.

“We believe that creating this pathway not only enhances the educational experience for transfer students, but also contributes to our broader mission of creating inclusive pathways to serve the diverse needs of students locally, regionally and nationally,” added Cook-Huffman.

Prospective transfer students are encouraged to explore this new opportunity by contacting the office of undergraduate admissions at admitinfo@manchester.edu or visit manchester.edu.

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