The Mail-Journal - November 2, 2022

Three candidates seek to represent State District 22

Three candidates are seeking to be the state representative for District 22. They are Craig Snow, Republican; Dee Moore, Democrat; and Josh Vergiels, Libertarian.

Craig Snow Snow and his family moved to Warsaw from Missouri while he was in middle school so his father could begin studying at Grace Theological Seminary. After graduating from Warsaw Community High School, Snow attended Grace College, where he earned a bachelor of science in business administration.

Prior to joining the Silveus Organization in 2006, where he now serves as chair of the board, Snow began his career at Zimmer before holding various leadership positions at DePuy Synthes, both worldleading orthopedic companies.

In 2010, he became chief executive officer of Cedar Holdings. Snow and his wife, Sherri, live in Warsaw and have three grown children, Tyler, Kahler and Chloe. They are members of Winona Lake Grace Breth-

ren Church, where they are active in adult bible fellowship, and Snow serves as chairman of the elder board.

Snow is a member of the Indiana House of Representatives, representing District 18. He assumed office on Nov. 4, 2020. His current term ends on Nov. 9.

Snow is running for re-election to the Indiana House of Representatives to represent District 22 after the recent redistricting.

Dee Moore Moore grew up as the seventh generation to farm in Indiana.

Her immediate and extended family experienced firsthand farms divided, first by the Indiana Toll Road, then I-69 in Steuben County. Early on she saw the need to balance necessary development with proper planning.

Purdue was where she met her husband, Stan. She graduated with a degree in visual arts and art education K-12. She and Stan farm in southeastern Kosciusko County.

The couple raised two chil-

dren, both graduating from Whitko, with one attending the University of Chicago and IU Law School and the other Purdue.

Moore has been active in 4-H; her church, Liberty Mills Church of the Brethren; La Leche League; and substitute teaching.

Josh Vergiels

Josh Vergiels lives with his wife, Alex, in Kosciusko County, just outside Warsaw.

Vergiels graduated from Trine University in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.

The majority of his career has been spent in the medical device industry as an engineer and project manager. His wide variety of hobbies and interests have led him to participate in numerous community groups and events during his time in Warsaw.

He is a firm believer in individual rights and personal liberty. His campaign has a singular purpose: to empower Hoosiers and reduce the government’s influence over their lives.

WACF dedicates Cottrell Turkey Creek Inlet property

The Cottrell Turkey Creek Inlet property was dedicated Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 26.

Five vying to represent US Congressional District 2

For the 2022 midterms five candidates are running to represent U.S. Congressional District 2 after the death of Jackie Walorski. District 2 covers St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, Starke, Pulaski, Fulton, Miami and Wabash counties, as well as parts of Kosciusko and LaPorte counties.

There will be two elections for District 2, one to elect someone to represent the district for the remainder of Walorski’s current term which would have ended at the end of 2022 and the second to represent the district through 2024.

Those running for office are

Rudy Yakym, Republican; Paul Steury, Democrat; William Henry, Libertarian; Marla Godettem, Independent; and Mike Hubbard, Independent.

Rudy Yakym Yakym is a local businessman from Granger who describes himself as a common sense conservative. He and his wife, Sallyann, have three children.

He was the director of Growth Initiatives at Kem Krest from June 2019 to September 2022. He received a bachelor of science degree in finance and business administration from Indiana Univer-

sity South Bend in 2011. He received a master of business administration from the University of Notre Dame in 2017.

Yakym has served on the board of directors for the Boys & Girls Club of St. Joseph County since 2016. He is a commission member for the Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission & Judicial Qualifications Commission, appointed by Gov. Holcomb since 2021 and by former Gov. Mike Pence for a three-year term, 2015-2017.

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“It is a generational impact,” said Tom Cottrell, North Cedar Point High Road, Syracuse about the new Cottrell Turkey Creek Inlet property. ”Turkey Creek has a big tributary and brings in a lot of water to the lake.” Because of this and knowing the benefits ownership by Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation would have, Cottrell and his wife Nancy made a goal of the WACF happen.

The 5.5 acres is located at Turkey Creek at the east end of Lake Wawasee, near Runaway Bay. The property includes approximately 365 feet of Wawasee frontage shoreline.

“We are thrilled,” said Heather Harwood, WACF executive director. “This is one of our most important wetland acquisitions since our founding in 1991.” “We are humbled by these donors

who have stepped forward to help us make this purchase and drive our mission. Without their strong commitment to preserving our watershed, this acquisition may not have been possible. We also recognize the support of the community that also shares their time, talent and treasure with us. Preserving and protecting our lakes takes the collective work of many. Together we are making a difference!”

Patricia Ricks, Bethesda, Md.,

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Wawasee School Board candidate forum reveals cohesive vision

Candidates for the District 1 and District 3 seats on the Wawasee School Board of Trustees participated in a candidate forum Thursday, Oct. 27, where some similarities between the individuals and their priorities were brought to light.

Heather Coy and Neil Likens are in pursuit of the District 1 seat and Steven Baut and Brian Weideman are vying for the Dis-

trict 3 seat. The forum was moderated by Trent Beer, eighth grade Wawasee Middle School teacher, who asked the candidates a series of questions regarding their thoughts on school board matters.

Candidates were allowed three minutes for introductory statements, two minutes to answer each question and three minutes for any closing remarks.

Coy, Likens and Baut all responded to the first question regarding the opportunities and challenges present in the school

district with similar answers. They believe that as a small community, there should be more teamwork and public involvement. Posing both an opportunity and a challenge, Weideman noted that students are still in the process of catching up educationally after COVID-19 and it should remain a priority to ensure they are trending upward.

All candidates were in agreement that if they needed to seek advice, they would speak with

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Vote center locations

Voters discovered the ease of casting their votes in the primary with the new vote centers. That ease will continue in the general election on Nov. 8. No longer will voters need to leave for work early, or leave work early to cast their vote, that is if they work in Kosciusko County.

The 2022 primary was the first time Kosciusko County voters used vote centers. This means you can vote anywhere in the county between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. Your ballot will appear the same as if you had voted in your precinct.

You live in Milford, but work in Warsaw? No problem. There

Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals approves two cases

Both cases brought before the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals were approved at its regular meeting Thursday night, Oct. 27.

Walter Hartley’s petition for a variance was to allow a deck to be rebuilt 6 feet from a north property line. The case was approved 4-0. The property is locat-

ed on east side of Hansing Street, south of Bishop Street, at 1004 S. Hansing St.

A second variance was also approved. Tracy Beer’s petition was also approved 4-0. He wants to allow a residence to remain as constructed, 4.2 feet from the west sideline when 5 feet was approved by a prior variance in 2018.

The property is located on the north side of Medusa Street, east

of Front Street, at 512 E. Medusa St.

Attorney Steve Snyder represented Beer. A contractor mismeasured some of the new home’s dimensions. The board then unanimously approved the revised variance agreement.

There were no remonstrators.

The next meeting is at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at Syracuse Town Hall.

are seven vote centers in the Warsaw area you can visit to cast your ballot for the precinct you reside. Nothing else has changed. You will still need to show a valid identification, such as a driver’s license.

There are 20 vote centers throughout the county. Some locations in Warsaw have changed since the primary.

Locally the vote centers will be located at: Leesburg — Leesburg Lion’s Community Building, 114 W.

School St. Milford — Wawasee Community Bible Church, 2035 E. 1300N North Webster — North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St. Syracuse — Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Dr.

Additional vote centers will be located at: Atwood — Atwood Community Center, 213 Hovey St.

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Wawasee School Board

other board members or the superintendent. They were also in agreement that a parent’s voice should be heard in their student’s education and that a platform where they can be proactive and communicate freely is essential.

Some specific changes in policy, curriculum and programs the candidates would like to see are in safety and how the state-mandated curriculum is applied. Baut and Likens agreed safety should be a significant priority because although the school has done well at ensuring policies are in place, no one ever expects to be the school that suffers from a breach of security.

In reference to potential expenditures or resource allocation in the area of safety, Baut stated, “How we will do it is an-

other question, but I promise my daughter is worth it, your child is worth it.”

Coy would like to give power back to the teachers and allow them to individualize education, because no two students learn exactly the same way. Weideman would also like to see changes in how curriculum is presented and evaluate the stress levels of teachers and students.

The outcomes that matter most to Coy are how the children have been educated, utilization of programs and that teachers, parents and the community are supported and heard. It is important to Likens that the school is offering students the best opportunities possible and keeping the trade school programs to ensure the future success of students who do not want to go to college.

Baut was adamant that the career and technical program as well as others should be kept and utilized and there should be effective communication between the school, parents and the community. Weideman would like to ensure that students are keeping up and succeeding in their respective grade level.

In the event state funding is reduced or no longer available, all candidates agreed that if a tax raise was deemed necessary, it would have to be done strategically with a lot of clear communication. Coy suggested trying to attain grants and Weideman said letters should be written to state representatives before a tax increase is considered.

In closing, the candidates stated why they were the best suited for a school board seat. Coy cited

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also a leadership network member for the American Express Institute.

Paul Steury Steury was born on an 80-acre pig farm south of Decatur. Later his family moved to Camp Mack in Milford where his dad served as head caretaker and his mom was head cook. It was at Camp Mack he learned the importance of hard work and found a passion for protecting the land.

He graduated from Bethany Christian High School in Goshen and earned a bachelor of arts degree in sociology at Goshen College. He then moved down to Bloomington to pursue his master’s in outdoor resources management with an emphasis on environmental education. He has taught at Goshen College’s Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center in Wolf Lake and today is a high school science teacher at the Elkhart Academy.

He and his wife, Michele, have two sons. He is an advocate for the agricultural community, better health care and climate action.

He has served as president of the Environmental Education Association of Indiana and has given presentations at the North American Association of Environmental Education conferences. He is the founder and host of Goshen Green Drinks and coordinator of Goshen’s Citizen’s Climate Lobby and has lobbied for the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act. He is also affiliated with the Sierra Club.

William Henry Henry is lifelong Hoosier, living and working in Plainfield with his wife, Crystal, and their three children, Drake, Zeric and Kendall.

Henry is an experienced public relations professional with knowledge of the nonprofit sector, U.S Armed Services Public Affairs and state-level organizational communications.

He is a veteran of the U.S. Army and the Indiana Army National Guard from 2005-2015, where he served as a photojournalist. He worked at the Indiana National Guard Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs Office for a number of those years full time and served honorably during two active duty deployments to Afghanistan 2009-2010 and Kuwait 20122013.

He currently owns and operates a service-disabled veteranowned small business focusing on digital marketing and communications for companies and organizations.

He currently serves as commander of The American Legion Nyserwander-Bayliff Post 239 in Plainfield.

Henry also serves as chairman for the Indiana Chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. He has helped coordinate a widespread cannabis movement to band groups together from across the state, forming a coalition.

Marla Godette

Marla Godette grew up in Melvindale, Mich., a small suburb southwest of Detroit. She earned

WACF dedicates

acquired the property by inheritance. Her father purchased it in the early 1950s from the Nathanial Crow family. After Ricks’ passing, the wetland was transferred to her estate and WACF was able to secure the property from her son, Brian Ricks.

“This is such a significant piece of the puzzle,” Cottrell stated. “It is something we want to help with. … big property, we’d like to do something about this.”

Cottrell is the third generation to enjoy Lake Wawasee. His grandfather bought the first cottage on the lake. Today, the fifth generation is enjoying lake life. He stated they had not told family members about their contribution. When it was made public, he heard from his children, nephew and siblings. “They are very pleased,” he stated, noting his siblings have contacted him stating their parents and grandparents would be proud of his efforts.

The property was designated as a crucial piece of property in a 1995 Commonwealth Engineering Study. The property was identified as a crucial acquisition opportunity as it held considerable wetlands in need of protection.

The WACF Ecology committee set this property as a high priority for WACF.

Harwood stated it is important to note Indiana ranks tied for

third worst state in loss of wetlands since 1780 according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Eightyseven percent has been lost because of drainage for cropland, channeling around lakes, flood control, etc. “A tour around our lakes will confirm the Wawasee Watershed has experienced similar loss. The state estimates wetland losses continue at 1% to 3% each year and WACF believes the loss of even one acre of important wetlands is too much.

“Wetlands represent a lake’s natural counterbalance because they filter out excess nutrients. Phosphorous and nitrates feed organisms that lead to bluegreen algae and poor water quality. Sediment carries the nutrients into the lake and it too leads to poor water quality.

As mentioned, this property encompasses the mouth of Turkey Creek, the dominant tributary feeding water through the lake system. The wetlands on this property are considered emergent wetlands, the last remaining on Lake Wawasee.

“Coupling these strategic facts with the sensitive location of this property makes it stand out as extremely high in priority for protection. Strategically and ecologically it may be the most significant acquisition WACF could make for achieving long-term water quality objectives.”

an associate of applied sciences in early childhood development with an endorsement in child care facilities operations from Wayne County Community College. Godette will be a supporter of community colleges and helping students eliminate student loan debt.

After working in early education, Godette worked in sales and marketing in the automotive industry while continuing her education and establishing her family. She became an administrative and aftermarket supervisor. She later completed a bachelor’s degree from The University of Michigan, where she studied anthropology, sociology and psychology. She went to earn her master’s in counseling from Central Michigan University and changed careers to work in human services.

Marla is currently pursuing her doctorate degree in global leadership through Indiana Tech in Fort Wayne. Godette provides profes-

Vote center

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Burket/Mentone — Mentone Fire Station, 201 W. Main St.

Claypool — Claypool Lions Building, 205 W. Calhoun St. Etna Green — Heritage Park Building, 228 S. Walnut St.

Nappanee — Mount Tabor Hall, 8424 N. 800W, Etna Green Pierceton — Pierceton Community Building, 105 W. Walnut St.

Silver Lake — Town Hall meeting room, 604 N. Jefferson St.

Sidney — Amazing Grace Community Church, 202 W. Arthur St.

Warsaw — Community Life Center, 825 N. Harrison St.; First Christian Church, 115 Park Ridge Drive; Ivy TechCommunity College, 2545 Sil-

her 15 years in early childhood education, her fiscal responsibility in real estate and her grant writing experience made her a valuable asset. Likens stated that being a parent, business owner and his accessibility as a public service worker made him the best candidate.

Weideman expressed his experience with children, being a parent, social ability and experience working with data and numbers made him the best candidate. Baut stated that “best” is subjective and that he was an equal to the other candidates. “Wawasee wins either way,” he said.

Collectively, all candidates expressed that they value the involvement of the community, the quality of education children are receiving and effective communication.

Do you know who will be on your ballot?

Snow, Republican; Dee Moore, Democrat; or Josh Vergiels, Libertarian.

The 2022 General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Vote centers throughout the county will open doors at 6 a.m. and close the doors at 6 p.m. But do you know who will be on your ballot?

Voters in the Lakeland area will see different races for U.S. and State Representatives as well county council districts, township races and town races. Yet all voters in the county will see the following offices on their ballots:

U.S. Senate — Todd Young, Republican incumbent, will go up against Tom McDermott, Democrat; and James M. Sceniak, Libertarian.

There will be an option to vote for a write-in candidate, in which there are six candidates, four from the Independent party, one from Political Synergy and one from an unnamed party.

Secretary of State — Challengers for this position include Diego Morales, Republican; Destiny Wells, Democrat; and Jeffrey Mauer, Libertarian. The write-in choice has two candidates, one from the Green party and the other from Disability.

State Auditor — Candidates for this position include Tera Klutz, Republican incumbent; ZeNai Brooks, Democrat; and John Schick, Libertarian.

State Treasurer — Candidates are Daniel Elliot, Republican; and Jessica McClellan, Democrat.

Prosecuting Attorney — J. Brad Voelz, Republican; or Travis McConnell, Democrat.

County Auditor — Rhonda J. Helser, Republican.

Precincts 1 and 4 will vote for the County Council District 1 seat, sought by Kimberly Cates, Republican.

Precincts 2, 3 and 7 will vote for County Council District 2 seat, south by Michael Long, Republican.

Township Trustee — Craig Charlton, Republican Township Board (you will vote for only three) — Greg Anderson, Robert Biship, Larry Kammerer, Republicans; or Gaynor Worden, Democrat

Tippecanoe Township

Voters in Tippecanoe Township will have these additional offices listed on their ballot:

U.S. Rep. District 3 — Incumbent Jim Banks, Republican, going against Gary L. Snyder, Democrat; and Nathan Gotsch, Independent.

State Rep. 18th District — David H. Abbott, Republican.

County Council District 1 — Kimberly Cates, Republican.

Township Trustee — Christopher Francis, Republican. Township Board — Edwin D. (Ed) Clayton, Mark Lawson and James M. (Jim) Rhodes, Republicans.

Turkey Creek Township Turkey Creek Township voters will have these additional offices on their ballot:

U.S. Rep. District 3 — Incumbent Jim Banks, Republican, going against Gary L. Snyder, Democrat; and Nathan Gotsch, Independent.

State Rep. 18th District — David H. Abbott, Republican.

County Council District 1 — Kimberly Cates, Republican.

sional development and training to companies and organizations. She is an adjunct professor at Bethel University, an international conference speaker and presenter, a certified Life Purpose coach, a certified Global Inclusivity Leader, a keynote speaker and fundraiser, and has become a sought-after implicit bias and cultural humility educator.

Godette has been married for 27 years and has three sons, six grandchildren, two goddaughters and four godsons whom she cherishes deeply. She enjoys spending time with her family. She is active in her church and in her community. She is bound to her faith in God and loves to serve humanity. Marla’s purpose in life is to destroy the stigma associated with mental illness on a global level.

Mike Hubbard

Hubbard did not respond to a request for information or provide a photo.

veus Crossing; Moose Lodge, 1815 W. Lake St.; Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 225 Gilliam Dr.; Shrine Building, County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St. and Valley Spring Fellowship, 345 N. 175E.

Winona Lake — Christ’s Covenant Church, 2090 E. Pierceton Road, Winona Lake. Early Voting Still Available

Early voting can still be done by going to the Kosciusko County Justice Building, 121 N. Lake St., Warsaw, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, through Nov. 4 and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5; or North Webster Community Center 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. The last chance to vote early will be from 8 a.m. to noon Monday, Nov. 7, at the Justice Building.

County Recorder — Deborah A. (Deb) Wright, Republican.

County Sheriff — James M. (Jim) Smith, Republican; or James B. Marshall, Independent.

County Assessor — Gail A. Chapman, Republican.

County Commissioner — Robert M. (Bob) Conley, Republican.

Jefferson Township

Voters in Jefferson Township will have these additional offices listed on their ballot:

U.S. Rep. District 2 special election (to fill the remaining term of the late Jackie Walorski) — Rudolph (Rudy) Yakym III, Republican; Paul Steury, Democrat; William Henry, Libertarian; and an option to vote for the one write-in candidate.

U.S. Rep. District 2 regular term election — Rudolph (Rudy) Yakym III, Republican; Paul Steury, Democrat; William Henry, Libertarian; and an option to vote for the one write-in candidate.

State Rep. District 22 — Craig Snow, Republican; Dee Moore, Democrat; or Josh Vergiels, Libertarian. County Council District 2 — Michael Long, Republican.

Township Trustee — Beth Krull, Republican.

Township Board — Lori Harman, Jane Hunsberger and Robert L. Riley, Republicans.

Plain Township Voters in Plain Township will have these additional offices listed:

U.S. Rep. District 2 special election (to fill the remaining term of the late Jackie Walorski) — Rudolph (Rudy) Yakym III, Republican; Paul Steury, Democrat; William Henry, Libertarian; and an option to vote for the one write-in candidate.

U.S. Rep. District 2 regular term election — Rudolph (Rudy) Yakym III, Republican; Paul Steury, Democrat; William Henry, Libertarian ; and an option to vote for the one write-in candidate.

State Rep. District 22 — Craig

Township Trustee — Joe Cazier, Republican.

Township Board — Dennis R. Darr, Matthew Dunithan and John D. Heckaman, Republicans.

Those voters residing within the town limits of Syracuse will also be voting for two town council members: Larry Siegel, District 1, and Paul Stoelting, District 2. Van Buren Township

Voters in Van Buren Township will have these additional offices listed:

U.S. Rep. District 2 special election (to fill the remaining term of the late Jackie Walorski) — Rudolph (Rudy) Yakym III, Republican; Paul Steury, Democrat; William Henry, Libertarian; and an option to vote for the one write-in candidate.

U.S. Rep. District 2 regular term election — Rudolph (Rudy) Yakym III, Republican; Paul Steury, Democrat; William Henry, Libertarian; and an option to vote for the one write-in candidate.

State Rep. District 22 — Craig Snow, Republican; Dee Moore, Democrat; or Josh Vergiels, Libertarian. County Council District 2 — Michael Long, Republican.

Township Trustee — Diane K. Perry, Republican.

Township Board — Robert L. Beer, Shane Bucher and Stephen F. Unruh, Republicans.

Those residing within the town limits of Milford will also be casting votes for town clerk-treasurer, Tricia Gall; and town council members Robert Cockburn, Kenneth Long and Doug Ruch, Republicans.

Wawasee Community School Corporation

All voters residing in Tippecanoe, Turkey Creek and Van Buren townships will be voting for three school board members, one from each district. Candidates are:

District 1 — Heather Coy or Neil Likens.

District 2 — Andy Cripe.

District 3 — Steve Baut or Brian Weideman.

Obituaries

Durward ‘Bud’ Glenn Seely

Lions Clubs International Life Member

On Sept. 11, 1960, Bud married Jeroldine “Jeri” Rae Bushong; she preceded him in death on Nov. 17, 2019.

Bud graduated from North Adams High School in Hillsdale, Mich., in 1954 and went on to honorably serve his country in the U.S. Air Force. He and his wife moved to Milford in 1961. He was employed with CTB in Milford and retired from there after many years of faithful service.

In 2015, Bud and Jeri were named the 2015 Milford Fest Senior King and Queen for their service to the community.

An active member of the community, Bud joined the Milford Lions Club in April 1964 and became an active member. He was known as the official photographer for the local club and at district, state and international Lions events. He served as District Governor of District 25G from 1972-1973. He became a life member of Lions Clubs International in 2004.

His activeness in the Lions Club earned him the Lions Clubs’ International Foundation Melvin Jones Fellowship in April 1993, the Indiana Lions Foundation W.P. Woods Fellowship in 2001, the Lions Clubs International Presidential Medals, the second highest award in Lionism, in 2011 and 2013, and the highest award given in Lionism, the Lions Clubs International Ambassador of Goodwill Award in 2014. In 2019, he received the International President’s Certificate of Appreciation.

He was also a member of the Masonic Kosciusko Lodge 418. He loved sports and would talk sports — local, college or professional, with everyone he met, but he was a true Michigan Football and Detroit Lions fan. He also enjoyed announcing for Goshen football games and serving as a Notre Dame football usher for over 25 years. Bud traveled all over and one of his favorite trips was to the Holy Land. He was a recipient of the Sagamore of the Wabash award.

Bud is survived by siblings, Phyllis D’Addio of Hickory Hills, Ill., and Nancy Kimmel of Chandler, Ariz.; a brother-in-law, John (Lisa) Bushong; nephews, Brandon Bushong and Scott Lanier; as well as other extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by siblings, Rhetta Sturteant, Susan Seely, Beatrice Shaner and James Seely.

Friends and family will be received from 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, at Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 461 W. 900N, Milford. Following the visitation, a graveside service will be held at Milford Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Milford Lions or the Leader Dogs for the Blind.

Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be given to the family at www.mishlerfhcc.com.

Beverly Jean Warren Attended Milford High School

Beverly Jean Warren, a longtime resident of the Ligonier and Milford area, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Oct. 17, 2022, at home.

Born in Ligonier on June 27, 1941, Bev (as most knew her), was the daughter of Daniel James and Lois Louise (Smith) Musser. She attended Milford High School and was married to Jack Warren on Jan. 30, 1960. The pair shared more than 62 years before his passing in August of this year.

Bev did upholstery work for Starcraft and Chris Craft Boats before going to work for her daughter at Dari Point Restaurant of Ligonier. Bev enjoyed her flower and vegetable gardens, butterflies, a wonderful baker of pies and sorts, she enjoyed her time at the slots and scratch-offs. Her sarcastic sense of humor and strong-willed nature will be missed. She attended the Community Church of Waterford and loved her family more than anything.

Those who survive with memories to share include two children, Anne (Rick) Peterson of Ligonier and Dave Warren of Syracuse; brother, Bill (Jane) Musser of Syracuse; sister, Dana Sue (Dean) Hawkins of Millersburg; three grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren. She is also survived by her beloved dog, Daisy.

In addition to her husband, Jack, she was preceded in passing by son, Mark Warren; daughter, Angela Grandstaff; and her parents. Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse, has been entrusted with the care of Beverly. Friends and family may gather at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, at Milford Cemetery for a graveside service for Beverly. Those wishing to express their sympathy may leave condolences at www.titusfuneralhome.com.

Brett Denney

Brett Denney, 64, North Webster, died Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, at Parkview Randallia Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Arrangements are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster.

Alan Wayne Coy Retired Pharmacist

Alan Wayne Coy, 75, Milford, passed away Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, at Goshen Hospital.

He was born July 27, 1947, the son of Gerald Burton and Louise Adeline (Smaltz) Coy in Warsaw.

Alan was a lifetime Milford resident, a member of the Masonic Lodge and a retired pharmacist. He worked at Perry Drug Store in Goshen and at Hooks, Marsh, CVS and Walmart pharmacies in Warsaw. Alan enjoyed golf, playing cards, mushroom hunting, taking care of his 50 plus-year-old rose bush, cheering for Purdue when they were winning and screaming at the TV when they were losing, and enjoying time with friends and family.

Survivors include a sister, Jenny (Jon) Bushong of Syracuse; brother, Reggie (Deb) Coy of Warsaw; former wife, Cheryl (Terry) Green of Akron; daughters, Michelle (Cary) Hartman and Alisha Coy, both of Akron; son, Travis (Amber) Coy of Indianapolis; and grandchildren, Drew and Ethan Hartman, Tristan and Ava Coy, Braylen, Beckett and Kyle McClain.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Lloyd Coy and Ermal Coy; along with two sisters, Jackie Coy and Sherrie Ochs.

A visitation will be held from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 461 W. 900N, Milford. A celebration of Alan’s life will take place from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday evening at The Farmhouse, 9522 N. 300E, Syracuse. A private burial will take place at Milford Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Down Syndrome of Indiana (https://dsindiana.org/donate) or directly to Alan’s daughter, Alisha Coy, who lives with down syndrome, via the dropbox at the funeral home.

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

Deborah Kay Smith Retired Pharmacist

Our daughter, sister, aunt and friend Deb Smith has passed. Deborah Kay Smith was born Oct. 12, 1961, to Willard B. and Linda K. Smith in Huntington.

She attended elementary and junior high schools there until the family’s relocation to Tippecanoe Lake. She then attended and graduated with honors from Wawasee High School. She worked proudly for her pharmacy degree from Purdue University in 1985. From 1987 until her retirement in 2017, she cared for her clients at Walgreens in Colorado and Wyoming.

A dedicated sports fan, she backed the Bears, Cubs and her Rockies. While appreciating her “Indiana home,” her real home was Fort Collins, Colo., amongst the Rockies. She made the best of both states (West Virginia) too. A committed friend and communicator, she maintained contact with many folks, family, school and work. Well traveled, she was fearless and went everywhere, often alone. She didn’t want to miss a thing.

She is sadly missed by mom, Linda Smith; sister, Sherri (Ben) Keller; brother, Rob (Dawn Engleberth) Smith; niece, Riley (Talon) Stump; nephew, JD (Cassandra King) Keller; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was predeceased by her dad, Bill Smith, Sechrist Lake; and grandparents, Mildred Leonard and Robert and Ruth Smith, all of Huntington.

A brief memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Owls Nest in North Webster. Refreshments will be provided along with a cash bar. Classic rock band, the Strays, will provide entertainment from 3-5 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to New Hope Pet Rescue. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, is assisting the family.

Births

Emmalyn Rose Mast Jason and Danica Mast, Milford, are the parents of a daughter, Emmalyn Rose, born at 6:23 p.m. Oct. 28, 2022, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 9 pounds and was 21 1/2 inches long.

Emmalyn joins a brother, Jack.

Diane Weaver Accountant

Diane Weaver, 81, Syracuse, passed away Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022.

She was born Aug. 3, 1941, in Goshen, to Calvin and Donna (Stump) VanderReyden. On Sept. 2, 1967, she married Donald Weaver, who preceded her in death in 2011.

She worked for many years as an accountant, as well as being a housewife and mother. She loved pickleball, tennis, fishing, being on the lake and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her son, Rick Weaver of Syracuse; two daughters, Cristi (Mark) Green of Fort Wayne, and Jodi (Jason) Clay of Syracuse; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Pam (Brad) Myers of St. Joseph, Mich.; one sister-inlaw, Betty VanderReyden of Goshen; and several nieces and nephews.

Along with her husband Don, Diane was also preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Jim VanderReyden. Visitation will be held from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia-Lymphoma Society.

Jean Ann Hunter Accomplished Gardener

Jean Ann Hunter, a longtime resident of the Syracuse and North Webster areas, passed away quietly at 3 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, at home. She was 78 years old.

Born on Nov. 27, 1943, to Hugh Barber Jr. and Ruth V. (Wilkinson) Barber, Jean Ann was born in Huntington. Her family moved to North Webster when she was quite young; she grew up in the North Webster United Methodist Church and graduated from North Webster High School with the class of 1961. She later graduated from Fort Wayne Commercial College.

Jean Ann was a hard worker. She went to work at Weatherhead right out of school. She is also remembered for her time at Pacemaker Buildings, the Revolving Closet and Kay’s Next to New Consignment Shop, where she spent more than 20 years.

More personally, Jean Ann is remembered for her cooking and baking skills. She rarely knew a stranger, happily hosting Christmas evening open house for many years. She and Larry welcomed as many as 100 people to share her baked treats, dips and holiday specialties; neighbors, friends, family, on-duty public servants and community members would look forward to the event each year — all were welcome.

She enjoyed gardening and was an accomplished gardener of vegetables, flowers and all things green. Her garden was even featured in the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Walk. She also enjoyed music of all kinds, travel, camping and reading. She had beautiful penmanship and was known for writing letters and sending cards. More than anything, she enjoyed time spent with her family.

Married to Larry Hunter on Dec. 27, 1982, Larry survives at home. Also surviving are three children, Dena (Brad) Chaney, Nancy Ladd and Jason Ladd, all of North Webster; three stepchildren, Perry (Darlene) Hunter of Warsaw, Randy Hunter of Syracuse, and Shelly (Dan) Clodfelter of Syracuse; sister, Peggy (Howard) Mossing of Fort Wayne; six grandchildren; and 12 greatgrandchildren.

She was preceded in passing by her parents; brother, Rex Barber; and a special niece, Lenea Anderson.

Titus Funeral Home is entrusted with Jean Ann’s care. Visitors may gather from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Owen Family Funeral Home, 8056 E. 500N, North Webster. Beginning at 6 p.m., Pastor Dennis Judy will officiate Jean Ann’s life celebration service.

Memorial gifts may be given to Turkey Creek Fire Territory or to Dementia Society of America with envelopes available at the funeral home.

Written condolences may be left at www.titusfuneralhome. com.

Durward “Bud” Glenn Seely, 86, Fort Wayne, formerly of Milford, passed away Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, at Brookdale Assisted Living in Fort Wayne. He was born to Glenn and Katherine “Kate” (Wilson) Seely on Jan. 27, 1936, in Hillsdale, Mich.

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Accidents/Incidents

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents and incidents:

Accidents 7:36 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, East CR 1000N, west of North Sandpoint Drive, Cromwell. Driver: Elva G. Kissell, 65, East CR 450N, Leesburg. Kissell’s vehicle hit a deer. Damage up to $5,000.

3:59 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, North CR 300E, north of East CR 1000N, Syracuse. Drivers: Randy O. Kubley, 35, North Gettysburg Court, Warsaw; and Mark A. Phillabaum, 62, East CR 1100N, Syracuse. Kubley fell asleep and his vehicle crossed the centerline and hit Phillabaum’s vehicle, causing Phillabaum’s vehicle to overturn. Kubley had pain in his left eye, but refused further treatment at the scene. Phillabaum was treated at the scene for shoulder pain, but refused further treatment. Damage up to $50,000.

12:11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, South SR 13 and East SR 14, North Manchester. Driver: Judy K. Nicodemus, 79, East CR 1000N, Syracuse. Nicodemus’ vehicle went off the roadway into a field. It came back across the field and across SR 13. It went off the side of SR 13, through a roadside parking area and hit a pole. Nicodemus was pronounced dead at the scene. Damage over $100,000.

10:08 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, on CR 850E, 2,500 feet north of CR 500N, near North Webster. Driver: Mason Lawlor, 17, East Backwater Road, North Webster. Driver lost control after accelerating and struck a utility pole. Damage up to $100,000.

9:10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, on North CR 100E, 1,200 feet south of CR 450N outside of Warsaw. Driver: Ronald K. Longyear, 78, 22 EMS T25 Lane, Leesburg. Driver avoided the first deer he saw but hit the second one. Damage up to $10,000. 6:44 a.m. Monday, Oct. 24, on SR 15, 100 feet south of CR 800N, outside of Leesburg. Driver: Roberta Craig, 49, Emeline Road, Milford. Vehicle hit deer. Damage up to $5,000.

2:02 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, on a private drive in the 4300 block of East CR 1000N, near Syracuse. Drivers: Loren Hershberger, 64 CR 1000N, Syracuse; Parked vehicle registered to Hershberger. Damages up to $5,000.

5:38 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21, on SR 13, a few feet south of Backwater Road near North Webster. Driver: Mikaela Till, 25, CR 100W, Claypool. Vehicle hit deer. Damage up to $10,000.

Incidents

11:53 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, 9700 block of North Marine Key Drive, Syracuse. A boat was stolen. Value of $65,000.

7:54 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, 8200 block of North SR 13, Syracuse. A car battery and portable camping sewage wagon were stolen. Value of $325.

3:26 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, 8900 block of East Black Point

Road, Syracuse. Various items were stolen from Dollar General. 3:26 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, 8200 block of North SR 13, Syracuse. Fuel and sockets were stolen from a vehicle.

10:40 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, 7300 block of North Syracuse Webster Road, North Webster. A postal service vehicle was damaged. 5:50 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, 7200 block of North SR 13, North Webster. A cooler was stolen from a storage unit. Value of $20.

Milford

Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accidents:

Accidents

11:53 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, North SR 15, south of Turkey Creek Drive, Milford. Drivers: Dustin E. Gordon, 32, South Main Street, Etna Green; and Jonathan W. Connolly, 28, Parkwood Drive, Nappanee. Gordon was traveling north on SR 15 when his vehicle crossed the centerline, hitting Connolly’s vehicle headon. Connolly was flown from the scene by Lutheran Air Ambulance to South Bend Memorial Hospital. Gordon sustained an arm injury and possible hip injury. Damage up to $50,000.

12:52 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, North CR 1300N, east of East CR 150N, Milford. Driver: Randale L. Thompson, 43, West Emeline Street, Milford. Thompson was traveling west on CR 1300N when his vehicle left the roadway and hit a tree. He was taken to a local hospital for a complaint of knee, lower leg and foot pain. Damage up to $25,000.

North Webster

Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accidents:

Accidents

8:37 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, 740 S. Main St., North Webster. Driver: Richard L. Neal Stockwill, 81, East Burdock Road, Chesterton. Stockwill was attempting to turn left into Family Express’s parking lot when his vehicle entered a ditch. No injuries were reported in the accident. Damage up to $10,000.

2:39 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, in the parking lot of Neighborhood Fresh, 306 S. Main St., North Webster. Drivers: Tim Goon, 61, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw; Karen Belcher, 80, East South Road, Syracuse. Vehicles collided as one backed out of a parking spot. Damage up to $2,500.

10:08 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, on CR 850E, 2,500 feet north of CR 500N near North Webster. Driver: Mason Lawlor, 17, East Backwater Road, North Webster. Driver lost control after accelerating and struck a utility pole. Damage up to $100,000.

Syracuse

Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accidents: Accidents

12:37 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, 1021 N. Indiana Ave., Syracuse. Driver: Russel E. Creamer, 46, North CR

900W, Cromwell. Creamer was backing up out of a parking space and hit a parked vehicle. Damage up to $5,000.

10:07 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, 1000 block North Indiana Avenue, Syracuse. Driver: Steven S. Sherp, 72, East Greenhaus Drive, Syracuse. Sherp backed out of his parking spot and struck an unoccupied vehicle. Damage less than $750.

7:50 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, South County Line Road, and west of North Warner Road, Syracuse. Driver: Dawn K. Waldron, 70, North CR 600W, Ligonier. Waldron struck a deer with her vehicle. Damage up to $2,500.

7:07 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, East CR 1000N, and west of North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Driver: Justin A. Gerber, 39, East CR 1000N, Syracuse. Gerber struck a deer with his vehicle. Damage up to $5,000.

10:03 a.m. Monday, Oct. 24, North Huntington Street and East Main Street, Syracuse. Drivers: Ashley M. Self, 34, West Wilden Avenue, Goshen; and Laurie A. Reichard, 46, Meadow View Drive, Syracuse. An INDOT worker had flagged Self to continue straight on North Huntington Street but she instead made a right turn without signaling. Self sideswiped Reichard’s vehicle as they were both attempting a turn onto East Main Street at the same time. Damage up to $2,500.

Jail Bookings

Kosciusko County

The following people were booked in Kosciusko County Jail: Oct. 29 — Joshua Robert Gee, 21, 7790 E. Cherokee Road, Syracuse, booked for invasion of privacy. Bond: $1,500 cash.

Oct. 29 — Elijah Joe Kessens, 19, 5209 N. 900E, North Webster, booked for theft. Bond: $600 cash.

Oct. 27 — Carl D. Porter, 52, 20673 Amanda Lane, Milford, booked for check deception. Bond: $500.

Oct. 27 — Domingo Melendez III, 43, 404 S. Maple St., A, Milford, booked for possession of methamphetamine. Bond: $350 cash.

Oct. 26 — Angela M. Weaver, 48, 230 S. East St., North Webster, booked for neglect of an animal. Bond: $500 cash.

Oct. 24 — Christopher S. Atz, 44, 12 EMS D18B Lane, Syracuse, booked for possession of cannabis products. Bond: $600 cash.

Oct. 24 — Heather L. Harrison, 45, 12 EMS D18B Lane, Syracuse, booked for possession of a controlled substance. Bond: $5,250 surety cash.

Oct. 23 — Harrison Tucker Shortill, 25, 4571 E. Shady Lane, Syracuse, booked for battery-misdemeanor. Bond: $600 cash.

Oct. 23 — Blake O. Shortill, 65, 4571 E. Shady Lane, Syracuse, booked for battery-misdemeanor. Bond: $600 cash.

Noble County

The following person was booked in Noble County Jail: Oct. 30 — Cassandra E. Cantrell, 44, 13191 N. 100E, Milford, booked on a warrant. No bond listed.

One airlifted to hospital after Milford crash

Jonathan W. Connolly, 28, Parkwood Drive, Nappanee, suffered possible internal injuries following a two-vehicle crash on SR 15, south of Turkey Creek Drive, Milford. The crash was reported at 11:52 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29.

Connolly, who was pinned in his vehicle and had to be extricated, was airlifted to South Bend Memorial Hospital by Lutheran Air Ambulance.

Dustin E. Gordon, 32, South Main Street, Etna Green, suffered a fracture/dislocation to his

elbow/lower arm and complained of back pain. He was taken to Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital.

A dog in the back seat of Connolly’s vehicle was removed from the vehicle and appeared to have suffered a leg injury.

Gordon, who was seated along the guardrail, when police arrived, could not remember what had happened, other than he was going toward Goshen.

Three witnesses to the crash reported observing Gordon’s vehicle, a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze, heading northbound and crossing the center line, hitting Connolly’s southbound 2003 Volkswagen Jetta. One of the witnesses ad-

ditionally told police they had observed Gordon’s vehicle all over the roadway prior to the crash Connolly, who was not wearing a seat belt, was found lying over the console of the vehicle onto the passenger seat. After he was extricated by Milford Police, he was transported to Lutheran Air Ambulance. The helicopter landed near the scene.

Damage was estimated up to $50,000.

Responding to the scene were Milford Police Department, Milford Fire Department, Lutheran EMS, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office and Lutheran Air Ambulance.

Syracuse woman dies after single-vehicle accident

Nicodemus was pronounced dead at the scene by the Kosciusko County Coroner’s Office. Damages from the accident are over $100,000.

One driver falls asleep, hits other driver

Drivers of two vehicles involved in a crash on CR 300E, north of CR 1000N, Syracuse, refused additional treatment following a crash at 3:59 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27.

Randy O. Kubley, 35, North Gettysburg Court, Warsaw, suffered pain to his left eye. Mark A. Phillabaum, 62, CR 1100N, Syracuse, complained of pain to the shoulder. Both men were checked at the scene by Lutheran EMS, but refused further treatment.

Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office report Kubley was southbound on CR 300E when he fell asleep. His vehicle cross the centerline, hitting Phillabaum’s Dodge Ram 1500 truck. Phillabaum’s vehicle reported overturned landing on its wheels. Kubley’s vehicle continued southbound, going off the east side of the roadway into a wooded area.

Milford Fire Department, Syracuse Police, Indiana State Police and Lutheran EMS responded.

Damage was estimated up to $50,000.

Court News

Superior Court

The following infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Failure to register — Riley S. Huffer, Syracuse, $160.50; Braxton D. Jennings, North Webster, $160.50

Speeding — Bethany S. Hochstetler, Syracuse, $160.50

No valid driver’s license Chad A. Robison, Syracuse, $160.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Christopher P. Vitale, Syracuse, $25

Owner allows dog to stray beyond owner’s premises — Travis L. Plumley, North Webster, $25; Christian D. Kunkler, North Webster, $25 Disregard lighted signal Cameron R. Reyes, Syracuse, $160.50

Marriage Dissolutions Elkhart County

The following couple have filed a marriage dissolution in Elkhart Superior Court: Reed — Tammy Reed, Millersburg, and Mark Reed, Syracuse. No child(ren).

Judy K. Nicodemus, 79, Syracuse, died after a single-vehicle accident in southeast Kosciusko County. At 12:11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle accident on South SR 13, near East SR 14,

North Manchester. According to an accident report from KCSO, a white 2006 Cadillac DTS driven by Nicodemus, was traveling south on SR 13 when the Cadillac went off the west side of the roadway. The Cadillac came back east through a field and across

SR 13 before entering a roadside parking area and hitting a metal utility pole.

‘Gobble Up Hunger’ to benefit Milford Food Bank

4:30-6 p.m. inside the school, which will include a variety your favorite baked goods and other treats to take home.

The Milford Food Bank will hold its annual “Gobble Up Hunger” fundraiser this Saturday, Nov. 5, with events planned for nearly everyone’s interests. All events will take place at Milford Elementary, 110 S. Elm St.

The fun begins at 3 p.m. with registration for races of three distances — 1 mile, 2 miles and a 1/2-mile run/walk. The two longest races will begin at 4 p.m. with the run/walk starting at 4:30 p.m. A presentation of awards will be made at 5 p.m.

Awards will be presented to the overall winners and various divisions, including master, grand master and senior master. Those who preregistered will receive goodie bags and T-shirts. Race day registrations will be accepted for a $30 fee. A haystack supper following the awards ceremony is included with all registrations.

The community also is invited to enjoy the haystack supper, which will take place 4:30-7 p.m. The meal includes your own personal combination of crushed crackers and rice topped with taco meat, tomatoes, onions, peppers and a variety of other toppings. Carry-outs are available, although everyone is invited to come inside for soft serve ice cream. The cost of the meal is a freewill donation to the Milford Food Bank.

Additionally, a silent auction will be open for bidding from

At 6:30 p.m., a plethora of donated items will come under the auctioneer’s hammer during the live auction portion of the event. More than 120 items will be sent home with the highest bidders, including such things as an 1890 Winchester .22 pump action rifle, hedge clippers, a Polywood deck chair, a wheeled tool chest for your garage or shop, overnight stays, gift certificates/cards and a variety of toys that would make great Christmas gifts for the kids on your list.

Milford Food Bank is dedicated to providing local food pantries with access to warehouse foods for distribution in their local communities. It serves food pantries throughout northern Indiana by collecting and/or purchasing food in bulk and redistributing it to local food pantries. Its mission is simply to provide food to those who are food insecure through partnerships with food pantries in their local communities.

“It’s our biggest fundraiser of the year that puts money back into the ministry so we can just keep doing what we do every day,” said Bill Doege, Milford Food Bank’s director of operations. “Feeding people and keeping our pantries full — that’s the whole goal of it.”

For further information, visit milfordfoodbank.org or email milfordfoodbank@gmail.com.

Power of Pink raises $10,000 for Cancer Care Fund

A champagne brunch and designer purse auction Sunday, Oct. 30, raised approximately $10,000 for the Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County.

The second Power of Pink event was held at Tippecanoe Country Club. The dining room was decorated in pink with the close to 100 guests arriving wearing various shades of pink.

Champagne was offered to each guest as they browsed through the 15 silent auction items ranging from jewelry from the designer purse makers, gift baskets, laptop or tablet bags and much more.

Following a lunch, a live auction of 19 designer purses was held with Rob Parker, Kosciusko Chamber executive director, as the auctioneer. Modeling the purses and some of the accessories were members of the Warsaw and Wawasee football teams: Bryce Duncan, Brody Duncan, Ian Nichols, Nathan Harper and Hunter Miller.

The auction was tense for several of the purses with last-minute bidders jumping in. The live auction raised close to $4,400, while the silent auction raised close to $2,000. The remaining amount was raised through various other opportunities available.

Fall calls for comfort food

When it comes to comfort food, there is nothing better than Mediterranean influenced dishes.

From Spain, I like albondigas (meatballs) soup. From the Province area, there is everything French, but from Italy, I like to prepare things like eggplant and mushroom parmesan.

Tagines are very popular in Morocco, and I particularly like to slow cook lamb and serve it with couscous. But you can also throw in any vegetables — especially root vegetables.

When it comes to Grecian fare, the classic moussaka is the ultimate comfort food. I grow eggplant, and it is a key ingredient in this layered casserole. Here is the recipe I use that will easily serve eight.

For the vegetables: Enough eggplants to make three layers in an 8-inch-by-13inch baking dish. Slice them into 1/2-inch pieces or use a Madeleine.

2 large russets potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces.

Vegetable oil. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Place the eggplant in a colander and sprinkle salt over. Stir to coat all slices and let them alone for about 30 minutes. Rinse the slices, then squeeze them to remove water.

Spray foil-lined baking sheets and lay eggplants and potatoes on the sheets without overlapping. Bake for 30 minutes or until softened.

Meanwhile, for the meat sauce:

Extra virgin olive oil

2 medium yellow onions, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb (lean ground beef could be used)

1/4 cup red wine

1/2 pound cherry tomatoes, chopped 1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 small cinnamon stick

Couple bay leaves

Pinch each of salt and pepper

Coat the bottom of a large sauce pan with oil and add onions. Sweat stirring occasionally until soft — about 3 minutes. Add meat and garlic. Break up the meat so it browns

Guests also had the opportunity to purchase gourmet coffee, the live floral centerpieces or the purse giving tree.

pour bechamel sauce over top. Place in oven at 350 degrees and bake 35 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle an even layer of bread crumbs over.

Change oven setting to broil and broil moussaka until bread crumbs brown — about 3 minutes.

Let moussaka set for 10 minutes before serving. It’s a delicious comfort food dinner.

One special opportunity was the purchase of “In Memoriam Bracelets.” These bracelets were made as a service day project by Lincoln Elementary third grade students. Approximately 300 bracelets were made and had a special meaning for student Cora Reber, who lost her mother to cancer, and Shelly

Beam, teacher, who has had a family member deal with cancer. Julee Rouch, one of the organizers of the event, briefly stated that the money raised through the day’s event would be staying locally and helping those going through cancer treatment. “You never know when cancer will

touch your life. There’s a fund available if you need it.” To date the fund has provided $109,960 to county residents battling cancer to help with mortgage payments, rent, medications, insurance, vehicle payments and more. The fund is overseen by the K21 Foundation.

Sports Wawasee Wrestling Club registration

Three years ago the Wawasee Wrestling Club revamped its practice program. It proved to be very successful. This year, the club is making another minor change due to unprecedented growth in the program.

There will now be two practice sessions for different

groups on Tuesday

These practices are for beginner-level wrestlers with less than three years of experience.

Practice sessions for pre-K to second grade will take place 5:306:30 p.m. Practices sessions for third grade through eighth grade will take place 6:30-8 p.m.

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S-W Rotary celebrates 75 years of service

White, gold and blue balloons, attached to centerpieces of shooting silver stars and diamondshaped stones decorated the tables to help Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club celebrate its Diamond Jubilee Thursday, Oct. 27. The event was held at Maxwelton Golf Club, Syracuse.

The open house type celebration featured various hors d’oeuvres and cupcakes along with chances to win several silent auction items. At the height of the event, a champagne toast was given, celebrating “the past 75 years and looking toward the next 75 years.”

According to documents giving accounts of the club’s 40th and 50th anniversaries, the local club was established on Oct. 20, 1947.

Rotary District Gov. Tim Gibson was present for the celebration to present a 75-year plaque to Dr. Al Tehan, longtime Rotary member and current board member, who gave a brief history of the club. “Seventy-five years is pretty difficult to be brief,” he said.

He stated the Rotary name came from the first club in Chicago that rotated meetings from one place to another each month. “Our club started in much the same way. It rotated from place to place.”

Tehan noted the club met in the Fiesta Room in the Pickwick Lounge at noon every Tuesday.

Across the street above Bushon Barber Shop was the original meeting place and home of the Syracuse-Wawasee Boy Scouts Troop 728 chartered by the local Rotary Club in 1948.

One of the club’s first projects was to construct a log cabin at Crosson Mill Park. The Scouts moved to that location in the early 1950s. “By the 60s, after recovering from the large construction project, 20 acres was purchased for the Boy Scout Wood.” This was followed in 1963 by Rotarians renting a backhoe and having the swampy marsh south of County Line Road at St.

Andrews Church excavated to create a baseball field for Peewee and Little League baseball. “Less than a year later the first ball was pitched and Little League was displayed on SR 13.”

The 1971 Pickwick block fire caused Rotary to move its meeting place. Little was salvaged of the Rotary items, except the Rotary Bell used at meetings. While the wheel on the top was melted and the bell was charred black, the wheel was restored and bell polished and it is still used today.

“The next two decades the club met at Wawasee Golf Club, Max-

welton and Wawasee Bowl Bar and Grill and by the 1990s the club met at the Kale Island Beacon,” stated Tehan.

He noted the innovative program started by Rotarian Dr. Jack Clark in the ’60s — “mahitahi” meaning “work together as one.” “Scouts camped at Lakeside Park for several days and participated in water activities. It was a phenomenal program and became so big there was not enough room for all the tents.”

The work of Rotarians Bill Cable and Dr. Logan Love leading groups into Zimbabwa to admin-

ister oral vaccines was noted. This was part of Rotary International’s program Polio Plus to eradicate polio.

Another project of the club was the purchase of 12 acres off Wildwood Drive in Wawasee Heights to build a new Scout cabin. However, there was an interest to have a cabin adjacent to the Scout woods. Rotarian Bob Smith and others designed a new cabin, which was completed and dedicated in 2010.

“That brings us to 2020 with dozens of accomplishments and projects omitted. What is next?

Stick around for a few years and we’ll tell you,” concluded Tehan.

The golden anniversary celebration on April 13, 1997, reports the club was sponsored by the Warsaw Rotary Club.

The charter meeting was held on Dec. 10, 1947 with Indiana Gov. Ralph Gatea as the guest speaker.

The club’s first president was G. Laucks Xanders. Other members chartering the club included Dale Sprague, vice president; Elmer Stucky, treasurer; and Spencer Heerman, secretary.

The charter membership includ-

ed 21 Syracuse and Wawasee businessmen.

The club has been instrumental in numerous projects pouring up to $15,000 a year back into the community.

Among its biggest projects not listed by Tehan included the Lakeland Daycare Center, the lake park gazebo, grade school monument and others.

Current board members are Dr. Richard Brungardt, president; Susan Stump, president-elect; Melody Cusick, Jim Layne, Matthew Bochard, Cameron Plew and Tehan.

Tickets available for 3:16 Community Theater at Quaker Haven

Join the 3:16 Community Theatre at Quaker Haven Camp Dining Hall, 111 EMS D16C Lane, Syracuse, for dinner and a live performance of “Welcome to Virginia,” written by Cameron Kent. Snowbound at an interstate

rest area in Virginia on Christmas Eve, Frank Loudman, a brash billionaire businessman, is trying to run away from Christmas to avoid a painful past. He finds himself stuck with a janitor, his homespun secretary, a

homeless country musician and a young widow who’s extremely pregnant.

Through a heartfelt and hysterical series of revelations from this motley crew of fellow coldweather captives, Frank’s frozen

heart may have hope to rediscover the magic of Christmas.

Performance dates (buffet starts one hour before performance):

• 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 2-3, 9-10

• 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Tickets are $20 for adults, $13 for children 5-12. All tickets include the buffet and the show.

To purchase tickets online, visit buytickets.at/316 or call (574) 834-4193.

Fred Clark — North Webster self-taught artist

and develop his skills. “When we had little ones I probably didn’t do a whole lot then, but I was in a used car business. I would sit in the office waiting for someone to come in, so I painted.”

Fred Clark is a longtime resident of North Webster; his mother and father took ownership of the M & M Cafe in North Webster in 1942, which no longer stands.

After he graduated high school in 1957, Clark continued his education at Florida State University graduating in 1961.

He has stayed in North Webster, creating paintings for the past 50 years as a selftaught artist. One of his most notable projects was a scene of a Wawasee lake to memorialize a husband who often watched the sunset from the family’s pier. Clark was able to incorporate some of the man’s ashes into the painting.

Clark does a lot of commission work and specializes in painting landscapes, seascapes, architecture and rural Indiana scenes.

PROFILE

Prior to the pandemic, the Clarks has a shop in town where he would often paint and exhibit his paintings. “I got a lot of commissions because people would see me sitting out front working on something and they would stop and visit.”

Clark’s passion for painting was initially inspired by a trip he took to New Orleans, where he admired the art but decided it would be more practical to go home and create his own. His wife, Judy, was quite a help in this endeavor, as she had attended the Fort Wayne Art School.

Judy was able to teach him about basic composition and mixing colors and helped him pick out the proper supplies. Aside from Judy’s contribution, Clark learned how to create incredibly realistic paintings through the process of trial and error.

Clark stated he always found time to paint

One of Clark’s more recent projects is a North Webster historical calendar. There are paintings of a blacksmith shop, service station, M & M cafe, Culver’s grocery, Tippy Dance Hall, Old Yellowbanks Hotel, Oswego Pound Store, Bart’s Watersports and more. Many of these historical landmarks are no longer standing or have been remodeled, so Clark’s paintings serve to preserve their memory.

The calendar was sponsored by Tangibles, Heart of the Lakes Antique Mall, Kay and Jim Caskey, Ace Hardware, Pilcher’s Shoes, Patona Bay Marina, Sue’s Creation, Sue Health, Jill and Jennifer’s Salon, Bart’s Watersports and Clayton Garden Center, which Clark expresses his gratitude for. All proceeds from the calendar will go to the senior center.

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North Webster Community Public Library — Cookbook club to meet Nov. 8

The following activities are set to take place at North Webster Community Public Library. Attendees do not need to have a library card to participate in any of these events.

Adult Events Cookbook club, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov 8. The theme this month is “Ideas for turkey leftovers.” With Thanksgiving around the corner, there will be plenty of turkey leftovers to use up. Attendees are encouraged to bring their favorite turkey recipe and/or a sample of their favorite turkey dish to share.

Adult craft class, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8. This month’s craft will be a repurposed jar vase using burlap and lace. Please register if you plan to attend.

The Glean Team, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. This experienced genealogy team is available to help with any genealogy or re-

search questions.

Local author Karen Kurtz book signing, 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. She will sign copies of her new book, “Sophia’s Gift.” This book is based on the true story of a young girl during the American Civil War and her unlikely friendship with a wounded confederate soldier.

Chair Dance for Fitness, 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, followed by Let’s Move Dance Class at 5 p.m. Fiber Arts Friday, 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11. If you like to knit or crochet, come gather with likeminded yarn enthusiasts to work on projects or get inspiration.

Teen Events

Got a case of the after-school blues? Come check out the weekly Teen Cafe from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7. There will be tons of activities, including board games and Mario Kart, plus snacks and coffee. Teen Cafe is open to anyone in grades 6-12.

Teens are invited to attend the Creative’s Corner from 3:30-4:30

p.m. Friday, Nov. 11. Use your imagination and create something extraordinary.

Youth Events

Baby and Toddler Time, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8. Join in for a fun experience of songs, stories and learning, then plan on sticking around for meaningful and relaxing play plus networking with other parents. Appropriate for children ages birth to 36 months.

Preschool Story Time, 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. Bring your child for stories, songs, activities, crafts, learning and socialization. Appropriate for ages 3-6.

LEGO builders ages 5-12 are invited to meet at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, for some freestyle fun. LEGOs are provided — just drop in and join the fun.

For more information about any library events, call the North Webster library at (574) 834-7122, visit nwcpl.org or click into the library’s Facebook page.

Libraries team up for teen art contest

Students in grades six through 12 can submit their artwork based on the theme, “All Together Now: Kindness, Unity, Friendship!” to either the North Webster Community Public Library or Syracuse Public Library until Friday, Dec. 23, for a chance to win prizes of the following amounts: first place, $50; second place, $25; and third place, $15.

Submitted art will be displayed

and judged by local artists at a community open house from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, at the North Webster library, 110 E. North St. All artists, family members and friends are invited to attend.

The contest is open to any young adults from grades six through 12. Contestants do not have to be library members. For more information, visit rb.gy/6mgek9.

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10 YEARS AGO, OCT. 31, 2012

Lakeland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Milford hosted its annual Halloween party and costume contest Friday. Dozens of children played games and ate snacks in the facility’s parking lot, and trick-or-treated and had their creative costumes judged. Taking top honors in the best group costume category were Oliver Vallejo, Kali Henson, Rylee Peterson, Khloee Henson, Iolana Reedy and Drew Brandl.

WISH-TV in Indianapolis announced Monday Dustin Grove will join the 24-hour News 8 fam-

ily down there. Dustin has been at WSBT in South Bend for a number of years. The grandson of Frank and Nancy Grove, former residents of Milford, he will join WISH-TV as a reporter.

20 YEARS AGO, OCT. 30, 2002

Dr. Andy Anglemeyer will soon be moving his practice to Milford, with a preliminary date set for April 1, 2003. The office will be located in the former Sharp’s Hardware next to the Pill Box Pharmacy on Main Street.

As Halloween approaches, Milford residents are preparing for spooktacular fun. Milford homes

are decorated with bright orange jack-o’-lanterns and ghastly ghosts. Derk Kuhn, CR 250E, Milford, has created a multitude of jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween the past 23 years. This year he carved a total of 25 pumpkins and it took him approximately five hours.

Milford Cub Scout Pack 3747 have been keeping busy recently. Last week a pumpkin carving event was held. Troop leader Gary Kyle reported a total of 17 pumpkins were carved. Contests were held determining titles such as scariest and funniest. All the boys walked away with a prize.

30 YEARS AGO, OCT. 28, 1992

Wade E. Mishler recently sold a lot of land to the Masonic Lodge in Milford. Located at the corner of SR 15 and Syracuse Street, the land will be the site of a new

lodge in the near future. Construction is scheduled to begin in the spring.

Harvey and Freda Hollar of r 2, Milford, will celebrate their 63rd wedding anniversary Sunday, Nov. 1, at a family dinner at Amish Acres, Nappanee. The Hollars were married Nov. 2, 1929, in Warsaw and have resided at their farm home west of Milford for nearly 54 years.

Shawn Krull of Milford has been named a Gold Award winner in competition for the National FFA Swine proficiency award. Krull is the son of Hubert and Beth Krull and a member of the Wawasee FFA chapter.

40 YEARS AGO, NOV. 3, 1982

Several members of the Milford Christian Church returned recently from a 12-day trip to the Holy Land and will

share their experiences on Sunday evening, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. All community people are invited and encouraged to attend.

No, the Farm Bureau Coop isn’t hiding a new statue underneath the tarp and tires located east of the Main Street mill. Rather, the tarp and tires are being used as extra storage area for 15,000 bushels of corn. The excess is usually sold, but according to Tony Zimmerman, fertilizer manager at the mill, the surplus hasn’t been sold because the owner is waiting for a higher market price.

Brock officials are happy with the response to their open house last Saturday. Some 1,400 persons toured the plant in honor of the Milford firm’s 25th anniversary.

50 YEARS AGO, NOV. 1, 1972 Brothers took the grand prize and most original awards at the Milford Halloween festival held last night in the junior high school gym. Darren Neer won the grand prize while his brother Dana won the most original prize. They are the sons of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Neer of r 1 New Paris. Darren, 4, was dressed as a little old man while Dana, 9, dressed as an upside down man. Mr. and Mrs. John E. Gardner of Milford will be honored at an open house on Sunday, Nov. 12, in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary. The open house will be held in the Milford Christian Church fellowship hall from 2 to 5 p.m. The Gardners were married November 9, 1922, at Milford and have resided in the Nappanee and Milford areas.

Local business owners receive appreciation certifications

10 YEARS AGO, OCT. 31, 2012

The winners of the 0-3 age group Syracuse Fall Carnival costume contest were Tapanga and Liam Baldridge, who were dressed up as a police officer and a convict; second place winner was Madeline Linville, portraying Dorothy; and third place winner Kaleigh Corn, who came as a piece of candy corn.

Knights of Columbus Council of Syracuse made a donation of $900 to the Lake Area Band to help with expenses for their concerts throughout the year.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tammy Cotton presented Mutal Bank employees Kim Hensel and Jessica Ploszek their first place prize, donated by The Mail-Journal, in the lamp decorating contest.

20 YEARS AGO, OCT. 30, 2002

Larry Siegel is running unopposed for the Syracuse Town Council District 1 seat and only needs one vote to win, while Peter Barrett and Paul Stoelting are in a race for the District 2 seat.

Harold “Jessie” H. Hughes of

Syracuse enjoys being a member of the Syracuse Fire Department. He has been a volunteer for the department for over 30 years.

Gary and Jeannette Trowbridge have had a great time decorating the outside of their home on North Huntington Street. It is filled with Halloween and fall decorations. The Trowbridges credited their neighbors, Mel and Ethel Weaver, with the wood figures.

30 YEARS AGO, OCT. 28, 1992

Ruth Ann Angle, high school guidance counselor and WCEA member, served as moderator at the evening to meet the candidates vying for the two seats available on the Wawasee Community School Corporation Board of Trustees. The candidates present were Sam Beer, Mike Smith, Alice Rinker and John Weiss. Carolyn Anderson was absent due to illness.

Lakeland Latchkey students hosted the annual Halloween Spookhouse for kids Friday in the Syracuse Scout Cabin. James Roder, Jennifer Roder, Abbi Webb and Stephanie Hursey were among the

70 people who toured the spookhouse.

Ryan Skaggs, Sam Shipley, Mike Taylor, Joey Szynal, Ian Mason, Ryan Wolfe, Scott Beasley as well as Coach Rick Shipley and assistant coach Terry Scaggs were some of the Target Pest Control/Syracuse Jaycees Soccer Team in attendance at the Notre Dame vs. Brigham Young soccer game.

40 YEARS AGO, NOV. 3, 1982

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Ernst represented Liberty Homes, Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord Jones, owner-operators of the Apple Valley Farms orchard, and Anita Wooten, owner of the Added Touch styling salon were awarded certificates in appreciation of their contributions to the community by Henry Smith, president of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce at the appreciation day.

Members of the Syracuse Business and Professional Women’s Club sponsored a Halloween contest with a total of six categories that were judged by Kip Schumm, Diana Walker and Bess Stetler.

Carl Gorsuch of Kimmell is the line foreman on the Chessie System railroad crossing job who is working out of Syracuse. Others are Dave Swonger and Jim Whittaker from Garrett and Blas Marques from Walkerton.

50 YEARS AGO, NOV. 1, 1972 John McFall, Tim Butt and Jeff Glon were the top three winners of the homemade Halloween outfits during the Cub Scout Pack 28 party at the Syracuse scout cabin. Benji Reed, Damian Carboneau and Bill Fetters were the top three winners in the ready-made costume contest. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Skeleton of Syracuse are the parents of twin daughters born Monday at Goshen Hospital.

George C. Kistler, whose interest in politics is only so-so, was overheard saying in front of the Syracuse post office Saturday morning, in response to a question about what is new, “Oh, nothing. I’m thinking about running against (Tom) Prickett for mayor of Syracuse.” Tom and George are brothers-in-law.

10 YEARS AGO, OCT. 31, 2012

Terry and Sue Frederick were among 57 contestants who participated in last year’s Mystery Marathon Reading Contest at North Webster Public Library, and they plan to compete again. “We always enjoy the reading contests. They are fun and lively,” exclaimed the Fredericks. Another winner is 9-year-old Ella Beezley, who recently won her family a trip to Hawaii when she was named the winner of the National Geographic “Kids Dare to Explore Oahu” essay contest.

Wondering why we haven’t been hearing much from Barb Hetrick, director of Senior Primelife Enrichment Center at North Webster Community Center? Well, here’s the scoop from Barb, “Not sure that this qualifies as newsworthy but I am so excited I am to share my wonderful news. On Tuesday, Oct. 16, I had a left knee replaced by South Bend Orthopedics.”

20 YEARS AGO, OCT. 30, 2002

Michelle Myers was speaker at Lakeland Kiwanis Club’s meeting Monday morning. She gave up a good job so she would be able to teach her two daughters at home. One daughter is a sophomore and the younger one, a freshman.

Alyssa Jo Schmucker, North Webster, is seeking election on the Republican ticket Nov. 5 for the position of Tippecanoe Township trustee. Schmucker has lived in the North Webster area her entire life. She attended North Webster Ele-

mentary School and Wawasee High School, graduating in 1990.

30 YEARS AGO, OCT. 28, 1992

Thadeus DuBois of North Webster was recently awarded a swimming scholarship for the second semester from the University of Alaska, Anchorage. Dubois lettered his freshman year in swimming. He will be home for a short break at Thanksgiving and then he will be off to Hawaii for training during Christmas break.

Jackie Plikerd, Syracuse, director of Teen Parents Succeeding, presented a program to the Lakeland Kiwanis Club at North Webster Church of God. Plikerd said they are in their second year of operation of a day care center for children of teen-age parents. James Redslob presented Plikerd a check for $350.

Indiana Wildlife Artists announces that Laura Hill and Jim Hill, both of North Webster, were among award winners at its recent Indianapolis exhibition.

40 YEARS AGO, NOV. 3, 1982

Residents of the town of North Webster and Tippecanoe Township are urged to go to the North Webster Fire Station this week and cast their vote regarding the dispatching of fire and EMS calls in the township and town.

Scott Badskey was host for a party given recently at the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Badskey, Webster Lake. Guests were 25 boys and girls from the

cross country teams at Wawasee High School and Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Minton and daughter. Minton is coach of the cross country teams. Scott is a junior at Wawasee High School.

50 YEARS AGO, NOV. 1, 1972

The Young Married People’s class of the Church of God held a Halloween party meeting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Carey Saturday night. All enjoyed a scav-

enger hunt. Church of God youth groups held a masquerade Halloween party at the church Saturday night. Prizes were presented to the following participants in various categories: most original, Randy Grimes; Mr. and Mrs. Halloween, Denis Greider and Arlene Thomas; Miss Baby Face, Debbie Clayton; Deadhead, Debbie Eckert; and Miss Beautiful, Joni Black.

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Triumphant Quartet, No Name Quarter to perform Nov. 19

North Webster-based Northern Lakes Gospel Promotions will present Gospel performers

Triumphant Quartet at a concert Saturday, Nov. 19, at Lakeland Christian Academy, 1093 S. 250E, Winona Lake.

Worship will begin at 6 p.m. The doors will open for seating at 5:15 p.m. and local favorites, No Name Quartet, will be sharing the pre-service music.

Triumphant Quartet consists of David Sutton, Eric Bennett, and father and son duo, Clayton and Scotty Inman. The group performed its first concert in 2003 at the Louise Mandrell Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.

The group has had multiple No. 1 songs, and received the 2019 Dove Award for their album, “Yes,” voted Southern Gospel Album of the Year.

The No Name Quartet blends

the vocal talents of Bob Jackson, lead; Tim Yocum, tenor; Jeff Secaur, baritone; and Mike Yocum, bass. According to its website, nonamequartet.com, the group “has been intentionally flying under the radar as a music group for nearly 20 years. Although one of the best kept secrets in the region, they continue to delight audiences with their mix of gospel and inspirational music, onstage humor and blending vocals.

The site also explains the origin of their unusual name. “The answer can be simple, and it can be complicated. On the simple side, we sang together for more than a decade without ever selecting a name. We were just four men who would sing in churches and other venues because we enjoyed singing together.

“And then one day a concert scheduler who was tired of having to use all four of our names started referring to us as the No Name Quartet. She even dis-

played posters and calendars with the new shorthand for the group, thus the new name, er, ‘no name’ was born.

“From a deeper standpoint, we like the connotation that it isn’t about us but about Him. He truly is the one worthy of all the praise. We want to echo Peter’s message in Acts 4:12: ‘Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.’ This is the Savior we love to sing about. May His name be glorified.”

Wende Roberts, who spearheads scheduling the concerts for Northern Lakes Gospel Promotions, explained how the Nov. 19 concert came about.

“Over the years, we have had the pleasure of being a part of the Grace College and Village of Winona Summer Concert Series. During this time, we have hosted our annual event with the Booth Brothers and the Guardians, who are returning in 2023.

“Having the opportunity to team up in this way has allowed our concert ministry the chance to expand. We have had the pleasure of bringing into Winona Lake top Southern Gospel artists such as Jim and Melissa Brady, Michael Booth, Wes Hampton, the Hoppers, Russ Taff, Michael English and many others, including Triumphant Quartet.”

Roberts bristles at her official title of promoter, preferring a more interpersonal moniker. “I like to think of myself as a hostess. I’ve been lovingly referred to buy these artist friends as, ‘The hostess with the mostest.’ That is what we do; we host the artists, but we also desire to host all in attendance. We want everyone to feel a very warm Hoosier hospitality welcome at our events.”

She said the concert ministry was born of a “fluke of attending an area Gospel concert because other plans with (her dear departed mother) were postponed. Attendance at subsequent conferences “became treasured mother and daughter time over the years. A concert ministry that looks forward to all God has in store was born from that, as our No. 1 desire is to point folks to Jesus. The music and each of the artists’ ministries do exactly that.”

Tickets are currently on sale exclusively through itickets.com. Artist Circle Tickets are $40; general admission is $25.

For more information, contact hostess Wende Roberts at (574) 457-6875 or nlgospelpromotions@gmail.com.

AFUNDRAISER benefit was held Friday, Oct. 28, at North Webster Community Center. The event was in memory of Andy Kryder (inset photo), who died in 2020. He grew up in Syracuse, and after a short stint of living out of the county when he left to attend Ball State University, he returned, living on Irish Lake in North Webster. A teacher, Kryder, pictured, was also a swim coach at Wawasee High School.

A scholarship was formed in his honor and proceeds from Friday night’s event will go toward a scholarship in his memory to a student at Wawasee High School, from which he graduated in 1994. Pictured is Karen Hoffert, the mother of Kryder’s widow, Colleen, decorating and putting out auction items that were bid on. The couple have three children. For more information, visit www.facebook/AndyKryderMemorialScholarshipFund.

THE SYRACUSE Public Library will host an end of reading challenge party from 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, at The Eagles Lodge, 12889 N. Kern Road, Syracuse. Those attending should RSVP to the library. Plus-ones are welcome, but anyone who did not sign up to participate in the reading challenge will be charged $5.

There will be refreshments and bartender. Prizes will be awarded for different categories. There will also be random drawings. A “spokaoke” will remain open for anyone wanting to share a favorite quote or spontaneously declare their love of reading. Attendees can also vote in a book playoff to determine the best book read of 2022. Titles for the best book read of 2022 should be submitted to Becky Brower at bbrower@syracuse.lib.in.us before the event. For more information or to RSVP, call (574) 457-3022.

NORTH WEBSTER Community Center is hosting a painting class at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. All supplies will be provided. RSVP at nwcommunitycenter.org. Classes are held at 5:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month.

Cardio drumming classes are held at NWCC, providing a cardio workout for all fitness levels. Come and burn calories, release stress and tension, and most importantly, have fun. Class times are at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. Saturday. Class cost is $5 per individual or $40 per punch card. The class is held at NWCC’s Culver Family Wellness Center in the north wing.

Do you like yoga? The yoga class at NWCC is intended for all ages and levels. The yoga instructor, Norma, takes great care to ensure each student’s safety and satisfaction. This class is an hour long. Class times are at 9 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Class cost is $5. The first class is always free.

REGISTRATION IS underway at Lakeland Youth Center for winter basketball. The program is open to boys and girls ages 3-5 and kindergarten through fifth grade. Registration deadline is 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10. Cost is $30 for peewees, $50 per child and $40 for each additional child. The season will run Jan. 15 through Feb. 25, with March 4 used as a weather makeup day if needed. Special placement requests will not be honored; however, LYC will accommodate sibling requests to be on the same team as long as they are in the same division or willing to play up. For more information, visit lakelandyouthin.myrec.com/info.

MILFORD LIONS Club will hold its next community fundraising breakfast from 7-10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. at the Milford Community Building. The all-you-can-eat meal is by freewill donation only, so come hungry and give generously. All proceeds benefit the numerous programs supported by the Lions Club.

NORTH WEBSTER Chamber of Commerce is hosting a “Light Their Hearts” clothing, toy and food drive. Toys must be new and unwrapped. Clothes and personal care items, such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste and toothbrushes, are also needed.

Drop box locations are at 17 different places in North Webster. The beneficiaries are North Webster Elementary School, North Webster Food Bank, Wawasee High School and Wawasee Middle School. The last day to donate is Friday, Nov. 18. Monetary donations may be sent to NWTTCC, P.O. Box 19, North Webster, IN 46555.

AN OPEN basketball program sign-up/interest meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Syracuse Community Center for parents of sixth- and eighth-grade students who haven’t qualified to play through the school, are too old for Upward basketball but who have a desire to learn and play. The program is open to students of all communities. For information, contact Beth Gilbert, (574) 265-8093 or Julia Radford, (574) 527-1160.

VALERIE JEFFREY of the Yellow Banks Plant Exchange Group has announced the Community Plant Stand has officially retired for the rest of 2022. She added the stand will return to downtown North Webster in 2023, along with a new mini sidekick stand planned for Leesburg. “Thanks for all the support,” she said. “See ya in 2023!”

MILFORD PUBLIC Library will be closed Friday, Nov. 4, for staff training The library will reopen at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. As always, books can be returned by utilizing the drop box attached to the building next to the Catherine Street entrance.

THE FRIENDS of the Library will be hosting a Holiday Bazaar and Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at the North Webster Library. There will be lots of books, audiobooks and movies available at the book sale. Additionally, the bazaar will feature many handmade items, such as microwave cozies, mug rugs and soup jar mixes. This is a great place to start your Christmas shopping!

THE SYRACUSE American Legion will be holding a breakfast from 8-11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. The morning meal is all-you-can-eat, and anyone over the age of 18 is welcome. Additionally, on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11, the Legion will host a pulled pork and chili dinner starting at 2 p.m. All veterans are welcome, and there is no cost for the event. The Legion is located at 1008 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.

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EARLY VOTING will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at the North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St. It is open to all registered voters in Kosciusko County. If you can’t make it there, don’t forget to vote on Election Day Tuesday, Nov. 8, when the polls will be open from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Remember, as of last year, Kosciusko County became a vote center county, which means if you are a registered voter in the county you can go to any of the 20 voting centers in the county on election day. In the Lakeland area, this includes North Webster Community Center; Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Drive; and Wawasee Community Bible Church, 2035 E. 1300N, Milford. For a complete list of voting centers in Kosciusko County, visit kcgov.com/ topic/index.php?topicid=48&structureid=32.

WITH BEAUTIFUL weather Saturday, Oct. 29, lots of work was done on a shelter for Susie, the doe who has been hanging out by Miller’s Merry Manor. By the end of the day, a three-sided run-in shelter was completed to keep her warm this winter. A smaller shed will be installed for all her “supplies.” During the day Susie had visitors from Goshen, Nappanee, Parker City and even Mishawaka. Many brought treats, straw and even gifts for New Hope Pet Rescue.

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A REMINDER that the Milford Food Bank will host its annual fundraiser at Milford Elementary this Saturday, Nov. 5. Events include a run/walk, haystack dinner, silent auction and live auction. Further details of the event can be found elsewhere in this newspaper.

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