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When folks consider how the coronavirus has touched lives, most likely people don’t think about performing groups so much, but the Fulton County Choral Club has been stringently affected. After mandates took away practices and performances early in 2020, the fear of infections for many members in the “at risk” age group delayed their gathering until March 2021. At that time, we tried spacing chairs and masking, which was not so successful. But we persevered and were able to attend their state organization’s (Melody Makers of Indiana) Festival performance in June 2021 in Plainﬁeld. Further information on the state chorus can be found at www.melodymakersoﬁndiana.com. But there are bright spots for the club: Programs were given in October and December; a new accompanist has been found after losing the previous one in December 2018; an anonymous donor provided funds for the club to purchase a

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keyboard and accessories for times when pianos aren’t available; and plans are underway for a program at Wynnfield Crossing early next year. The club has been able to secure storage space and filing cabinets for our vast library of music at our practice location in the community building at the Fulton County 4-H Fairgrounds. FCCC warmly thanks the fair board and Extension staff in their generosity in this endeavor. The Choral Club practices from 6:30-8:30 p.m. the first, third and fifth Mondays at the 4-H Community Building. The parking and entrance is on the south side. On Saturday, April 2, we will be hosting the northern Indiana area rehearsal for Melody Makers and hope to begin planning for a 2022 Christmas show and 2023 spring show. Interested ladies of all ages are welcome

to stop by. Now is a great time to join as new choral work has just begun. Further information may be found on Facebook by searching for fultoncountychoralclub, or you can call Linda Wade, club president, at (574) 857-6101. Editor’s note: The Indiana Extension Chorus was founded in 1934 by Albert P. Stewart. In 1936, the Fulton County Chorus began with Margaret Shaffer as director. The chorus has been a stable part of the Fulton County Extension program for many years. The club’s purpose is to provide the opportunity for musical expression and training for individual members with the opportunity for development of musical programs to provide to a variety of organizations such as health care facilities, retirement communities and local service organizations, as well as community functions.

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KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOR John Deere enthusiast enjoys restoring and collecting %\ 75$&(< 58&.0$1 )HDWXUH :ULWHU “Hey you think you can fix this?” is a common question asked of John Craig, tractor restoration aficionado. With the help of his dad, Craig bought his first tractor in 1969; from that point on, he was hooked. “Dad got me started. We did some together. His goal was to retire and work on old John Deere tractors and unfortunately, that wasn’t to be,” he said. “I’m what you call a collector. If the notion strikes me, I’ll do a restore for others.” When Craig purchases tractors and equipment, most of them must be torn down, rebuilt, painted piece by piece and put back together. “I take something that looks like nothing and I bring it back to life,” he said. Since the parts are no longer available, he fabricates them. Craig uses his machining, grinding, welding and cutting skills to make whatever part he may need to complete the job. And, what

little he doesn’t do himself, he outsources. “I love going to a salvage yard, walking through and taking photos of originals,” Craig said. “When you get back home and need to do something, you can always refer to the photo.” Craig buys from individuals and has traveled as far south as Florida to make a purchase. When asked what it takes to do a restoration, he laughed and said, “patience.” His longest project took a little more than two years to complete. Craig’s oldest restore was a 1937 L, which back then was the equivalent of replacing one horse. Among his vast and interesting collection is a red John Deere 330U. From the 1950s through the 1960s, John Deere strayed from its classic green and yellow paint palette and had a handful of orange, yellow and red tractors. Craig’s favorites aren’t the tractors themselves, but the equipment pulled behind the tractors. His favorite restore is a yellow 1960 John Deere industrial earth mover. The ﬁrst 63 were outsourced to Texas and built by

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Before COVID, he would load seven to eight tractors on his semi and travel to various shows, meeting plenty of people and creating lasting memories. Craig noted he does not do competitions, just shows. His goal is to keep it fun. “When judging is involved, it tends to drive the young people out, and we need the youth to be

involved,” he said. Not everything is a restore, though. Some of the items Craig comes across are left as is. “If they are in good condition, you leave them alone,” he noted. “They are only original one time. If you ﬁnd a good one, it’s worth more in its original state. “John Deere’s been a good world to me.”

Akron Chamber to meet Thursday Everyone is invited to attend the Akron Chamber of Commerce’s next meeting, to be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6. The meeting will take place at 307 E. Rochester St., Akron. You can also attend virtually via Zoom. Join the meeting to see the chamber’s new visions for the

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We are pleased to welcome Dr. Lindsey Fleshman to the Logansport Memorial Physician Network. She is a board-certified general surgeon who will join Dr. Michael Lalla in General Surgery at the LMPN Surgical Services office. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and has a special clinical interest in breast surgery. As a general surgeon, Dr. Fleshman sees patients for procedures like colonoscopies, appendix and gallbladder removal, hernia repair, thyroid nodule removal, breast biopsy and breast surgery, as well as a wide range of other conditions. Many of the procedures she offers can be done using minimally-invasive techniques, where patients typically experience less pain and quicker recovery. Dr. Fleshman looks forward to seeing and treating patients from the Fulton County community, right down the road in Logansport.

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“The FIX is IN!” is hitting the road and will be in Rochester Monday, Jan. 17, supporting a spay/ neuter clinic for cats with Public Vet. With the help of Pet Friendly Services, Public Vet is able to provide ﬁnancial assistance to families whom otherwise could not afford to ﬁx their cats. Assistance

is also available for feral and freeroaming cats. If you live in the Rochester area and need to get them ﬁxed, be sure to schedule your appointment with Public Vet. You can do this online by visiting www.pub.vet. Don’t delay, as the schedule ﬁlls up quickly. For further information, visit the Public Vet Facebook page.

Talent show fundraiser in Rochester Michael and Dr. Caitlin Rich are hosting “A Heartfelt Talent Show” at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, in the Rochester High School auditorium. Proceeds will go to the Richs’ renovation of the Topps building at 501 Main St., Rochester. Plans for the building include a venue capable of holding up to 400 people, rentable business

spaces, a conference center and rentable store fronts. “We truly believe in this project helping continue to grow our Rochester downtown area as well as provide much needed rentable space for new businesses to be located,” said Dr. Rich. More details on the project will be upcoming in the Shopping Guide News.

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Chest freezer Good neighbors: Free old Coronado chest freezer, not working, 44 inches long by 27 1/2 inches wide by 35 inches high; and Kenmore gas dryer, needs heating element. You must move each upstairs and load yourself. Leave message at (817) 688-2986.

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New questions Transferring tapes to CDs — Please tell me if cassette tapes can be made into CDs? I have some homemade I would like to save. Also, can 35mm slides be made into photos? I am going through my collection and would like to discard the slide holders and keep only the best photos. Please reply through this column. — A reader Eight-track player — Looking for an eighttrack player for the home in good working condition. Willing to pay cash. Call (317) 529-4171. Furnace/AC unit — Could someone use a forced air NG furnace with condenser and the AC unit? Call (574) 238-3365. Desk/jars — Looking for a secretary desk you no longer want. Also, 1 gallon and half gallon jars with wide mouth lids. Call (260) 894-3152, ext. 2. Call because we don’t get the paper.

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Hope for Homeless receives community support Dear Editor: After the launch of our Hope for Homeless campaign, we wanted to share our gratitude for the support of our mission. Thanks to contributions from anonymous community members, Northern Indiana Community Foundation, and Northern Indiana Community Foundation Ambassadors, in just one month, we exceeded our goal of raising

$10,000 for affordable housing for those in need in Fulton County. This generosity continues with the Optimist Club of Rochester’s offer to match dollar-for-dollar of all funds raised in our Hope for Homeless Next Steps campaign. In this campaign, we are asking for donations of any amount to ensure this cause has the most signiﬁcant impact possible. To

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OBITUARIES Peggy Durkes

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Grandma Peggy Durkes, 88, Rochester, reunited with loved ones in heaven Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021. Peggy, the daughter of Floyd and Ethel PetersLebo, was born Sept. 20, 1933, in Winamac. She married James Durkes, her high school sweetheart, Aug. 19, 1950, and raised ﬁve feisty children in Rochester. Throughout her life, Peggy had fun camping, 3(**< '85.(6 spending holidays and enjoying time at the river cottage with family and friends, playing her cards right in various clubs and around the dining room table, collecting and sharing antiques, ﬁnding treasures for all at garage sales, avoiding pictures and doctor visits, making meals without recipes, caring for others, savoring her morning and afternoon coffee, never missing celebrations or forgetting birthdays and living life true to her values. Peggy had an unmatched spirit, undeniable strength and unwavering heart for serving and loving others. She made a lot of a little and freely gave to her friends, community and church, and by spending precious time with and spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who loved her dearly. Survivors include sister, Donna Smith of Rochester; brother, Bill Lebo of Gulfport, Miss.; children, Linda Hudkins (Bob) of Rochester, Sandy Callahan (Larry) of Fowler, Brenda Spencer (David) of Monticello and Timothy Durkes (Helen) of Rochester; son-in-law, Harold Costello of Morristown, Tenn.; 13 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and two great-greatgrandchildren. Peggy was preceded in death by her husband; daughter, Patti Costello; two brothers, Donald and Gordon Lebo; and sister, Beverly Keesey. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 8, followed by services at Good Family Funeral Home in Rochester with burial immediately after at IOOF Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rochester First Baptist Fellowship Guild and the Fulton County Council on Aging. May Peggy’s beautiful soul forever be remembered and rest with God.

Velma Sue Rigney Former Caston Schools Employee Velma Sue Rigney, 81, Rochester, passed away at 3:45 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, at her residence. She was born Dec. 8, 1940, in Fulton County, the daughter of Omer “Bob” and Sara “Hazel” (Rockey) Zartman. On April 30, 1960, in Fulton, she married James E. Rigney and he survives. Mrs. Rigney had worked at Hart, Schaffner & 9(/0$ 68( Marx, Rochester, and spent 27 years working for Cas5,*1(< ton Schools, Fulton. She had attended the Fulton Baptist Temple and had been a member of the Blacktop Cruisers Car Club for more than 25 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening and working in her yard. Survivors include her husband, James E. Rigney, Rochester; children, Dan (Michelle) Rigney, Macy, Dennis (Kimberly) Rigney, Rochester, and Shelly (Terry) Southerton, Kokomo; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Virginia Reed; and brothers, Von Mike Zartman and Thomas V. Zartman. Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6, at Fulton Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home in Fulton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

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Bradley J. “Bake” Baker, 67, Rochester, went home to be with Jesus Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021. On Sept. 11, 1954, Brad was born in Fulton County. He was the treasured son of Lyman and Angelina Pafundi Baker. During his high school years, Brad was involved in instrumental and vocal music. He played major roles in theatrical productions of Tri%5$'/(< - Epsilon and gifted with his voice, sang baritone with %$.(5 the Manitous. With three quick blasts of his whistle, he led the RHS marching Zebras as the drum major onto the RHS football field for the halftime show. He also helped fire up the crowd, leading cheers from the edge of the hardwoods during the basketball season. Brad graduated with the Rochester High School Class of 1972. Music and theater were a lifelong passion of Brad’s. He was a member of the Fulton County Players and played his trombone with our local big band sound Tuxedo Junction. An avid scuba diver, he participated in many dives. With diverse interests as an entrepreneur, Brad owned and operated Auto Pro, an automotive parts store in both Akron and Rochester. Excelling in sales and customer service, he also owned and operated Gunsmoke Firearms. Most will remember Brad as an amazing friend, a good listener and a practical joker with a great sense of humor. He was compassionate, always there to help others in need. Charisma and his bright smile were major components of his persona. Brad is remembered cruising around town in his maroon, 1967 classic Chevrolet Corvette. During the holidays Santa Brad, attired in his red suit trimmed in white, was the perfect man to liven up a party and distribute gifts to all who were in attendance. Usually, another family member posed as an elf assisting Santa with gift distribution. Paramount in Grandpa Brad’s life was his family, as he cherished the time spent with them making memories. Grandpa shared his intense love with all of the family during the holidays and special celebrations. He shared his talents of target shooting with the kids and grandkids and accurately hit the bull’s-eye most frequently during the great afternoon of fun. Grandpa Brad was delighted to orchestrate the fireworks display at family picnics and summertime gatherings. Tender-hearted with all of his grands, Grandpa Brad helped raise Camden for several years. Left to cherish Brad’s memory are his partner, Beth Stocking, Rochester; his children, Anne Marie Baker of Fort Wayne, Christine Baker and Kellie Scobie and husband Chad, all of Rochester; five grandchildren, Camden Baker, Karsyn Baker, Seth Bradley Flenar, Amelia Scobie and Watson Scobie; sister, Cathy O’Neal and husband Lou of Independence, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Meeting Brad at heaven’s gate were his parents, Lyman and Angelina. A celebration of the life of Bradley J. Baker was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends visited one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Pastor Terry Baldwin officiated. Burial followed in Rochester’s IOOF Cemetery.

Jeffery Dean McCroskey Truck Driver Jeffery Dean McCroskey, 64, Rochester, passed away at 12:35 p.m. Thursday Dec. 23, 2021, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He was born Aug. 16, 1957, in Rochester, the son of Wilbur Dean McCroskey and Marolyn (Dawson) Stemm. On Feb. 4, 1983, in Orrville, Ohio, he married Cathy Scott and she survives. Mr. McCroskey had been an owner/operator truck driver and had worked for various trucking companies, as well as working for Rochester L.P. He attended Christian Life Fellowship and enjoyed hunting and ﬁshing. Survivors include his wife, Cathy McCroskey, Rochester; children, Brenda (Jacob) Juday, Frankton, Brad (Tarah) McCroskey, Little Rock, Ark., Brett (Autumn) McCroskey, Logansport, Brandon (Rochelle) McCroskey, Anderson, and Brandi McCroskey, LaPorte; grandchildren, Elijah Juday and Elliot Juday, both of Frankton, Avery McCroskey, Little Rock, Ark., Lily McCroskey, Logansport, David Juarez, Chloe McCroskey and Naomi McCroskey, all of Anderson; mother, Marolyn Stemm, Rochester; and sister, Connie Jean (Jim) Miller, Louisville, Ky. He was preceded in death by his father, Dean McCroskey; and stepfather, Ken Stemm. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, at the Fulton Community Building. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until the start of the service. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

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Glen H. Bartlett, 86, Macy, died 2:23 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021, at Life Care Center. He was born Sept. 10, 1935, to Maurice and Mary Lucille Robin Bartlett. */(1 + He married %$57/(77 Donna Alspach, later separating. He then married Sharon Black, she survives. Also surviving are step daughters, Brenda, Peru; Tracy, Peru; son, Tony and Cindy Bartlett, Churubusco; grandson; granddaughter; brother, Jim and Viki Bartlett, Rochester; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death are his parents; three Bartlett brothers, Wilden, Byron and John. A celebration of the life will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends may visit with the family from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4, and one hour prior to the service in the funeral home. A Masonic Lodge 79 memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Interment will be in the Plainview Cemetery.

Fredrick T. Burton Jr. Fredrick T. Burton Jr., 56, Bourbon, died Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. He was born Aug. 5, 1965, to Fredrick and Carole Burton Sr. He married )5('5,&. 7 Yvonne Scott %85721 -5 Jan. 27, 2018, she survives. Also surviving are his daughters; Nichelle and Alan Gradiz, Indianapolis, Brittany Cooper, Indianapolis; sons, Fredrick Taylor Burton III, Indianapolis, David Burton, Loveland, Colo., Gary and Stephanie Moore, El Paso, Texas, William Burton, Angola, James Burton, Pleasant Lake, Nathan Burton, Indianapolis, Mitchell Beach, Columbus, Ga., Dominick Burton, Bourbon; sister Carole Jennings, Indianapolis; half brother, Fredrick Burton II, Indianapolis; 16 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. No services are planned at this time. Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, has been entrusted with arrangements.

M. Lucile Doering M. Lucile Doering, 96, Akron, died at 4:40 p.m. Monday Dec. 27, 2021, at Lutheran Hospital. She was born June 24, 1925, to Ernest H. and Alice 0 /8&,/( Lavon Bodkin. '2(5,1* She married Raymond J. Doering Aug. 21, 1949. He survives. Also surviving are her children; son, Arnold Doering; daughters, Connie and Mark Anderson, Patricia and Dave Woodward; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Helen Kissinger and Lillian Kamp. Services were held Monday, Jan. 3, at Akron Church of God. Burial followed at Laketon Cemetery, Ijamsville. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

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OBITUARIES Continued from page 4 died 12:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, at Woodlawn Hospital. He was born March 13, 1947, to Donald and Gladys (Snyder) Dunnuck. He is survived by his &+$5/(6 ( daughters; Kim '8118&. and Wayne Dunnuck Click, Milford; Shari and Jerry Dunnuck Kreft, Leesburg; Michelle Dunnuck Nault, Rochester; Angie and Steve Wright, North Carolina; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sister Geneal Richard Ecker, Plymouth; brother Devon and Marilyn Dunnuck, Akron. Chuck was preceded in death by parents; sisters, Deloris Blackford, Evelyn Sechrist; son, Scott Dunnuck. Services are currently pending at King Memorial Home, 101 N. Tucker St., Mentone.

Roy Engle Roy Engle, 94, Burket, died at 3:10 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. He was born Oct. 23, 2021, to Elmer and Myrtle Engle. 52< (1*/( He married Alica Alvada Hohman July 17, 1953, in Burket. She preceded him in death November 2014. He is survived by his daughters, Joyce and Bryan Mendenhall, Claypool; Kathy and Arthur Fields, Mentone; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Alice, son Roy Allen Engle. Services were held Monday, Jan. 3, at King Memorial Home, Mentone. A private interment took place in the Palestine Cemetery.

John S. Freeman John S. Freeman, 90, Winamac, died 6:15 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, at Hickory Creek in Winamac. He was born Oct. 31, 1931, to Denzil and Ruth (Lane) Freeman. He married Nancy S. Dulaney. She preceded him in death Jan. 8, 2011. He survived by his daughters; Linda S. and Chris Spieller, Gilroy, Calif., Peggy A. and Jeff Borg, Monetey; son, Jon C. and Nancy White Freeman, Daytona Beach, Fla.; three grandchildren; brother, Carl Freeman, Winamac; sister, Joan and Mac Byer, Knox; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents; sister, Ruth Freeman; brother Tom Freeman; brother, Jerry D. Freeman. Graveside services will be held at a later date. Burial will take place at the Winamac Cemetery. American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Jean L. (Kuhn) Hatch Jean L. (Kuhn) Hatch, 98, North Manchester, died at 4 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, at Peabody Retirement Community. She was born Sept. 23, 1923, to Joseph -($1 / .8+1 +$7&+ and Jeanette Krauter. She married Neil Kuhn in 1943. He preceded her in death in 1995.

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Ronnie G. Bradley, 64, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 10:05 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, at his home. This followed a valiant 11-month battle with cancer. On July 13, 1957, Ron was born in Burr Oak. In 1975, he graduated from Culver Community 5211,( * High School. %5$'/(< Ron and Miss Treina Lee Bradley were married Dec. 31, 1983, in Rochester’s First Baptist Church. They shared 38 years of life’s adventures. From their union came a beautiful daughter, Ashley. A precious granddaughter Adeline has been added to the family tree. At Airmarking, Ron was their dedicated mechanic for nearly a quarter century, retiring in January 2021 due to his declining health. An American sportsman, Ron was an avid hunter, displaying many of his finest trophies around his home. He loved to fish at secluded ponds around the county with his family, most days catching the limit. An early riser, Ron would many mornings pick up the cook and make the first pot of coffee at Tweedle-Dees, his hang-out for breakfast. It was here he met up with his buddies to discuss and solve the world’s problems and catch up on the latest local gossip. Gifted with working with his hands, Ron forged custom knives for family and special friends. Grandpa Ron was a title recently acquired with the birth of his beautiful granddaughter, Adeline Mae, just three years ago. She was the apple of his eye. Ron enjoyed getting together with his family at the holidays and special celebrations making memories. Left to cherish Ron’s memory are his wife, Treina; daughter, Ashley Bradley-Witzberger and wife Jeffri Kay of Indianapolis; granddaughter, Adeline Mae Witzberger; half sister, Jenny Roberson and husband Curt of Vincennes; brothers-in-law, Gary Bryant and wife Chris and Todd Bryant and wife Trina, all of Rochester; and nieces and nephews, Brady and Vonda Bryant and Shelby and Jacob Dishman. Graveside services celebrating the life of Ronnie G. Bradley will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, at the Athens Hoover Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Animal Shelter, 1540 Wentzel St., Rochester, IN 46975. The Good Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with caring for his family. Online expressions of sympathy may be made to his family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.

Mary Zartman Daughters Of The American Revolution Member Mary “Sis” Zartman, 94, Rochester, passed away at 9:22 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, at her residence. On Dec. 21, 1927, Mary Ellen was born in Rochester to Alvin Lee and Chloe Arletta Ewing Johnson. Growing up she shared her childhood with her 0$5< =$570$1 big brother, Lee, and earned her nickname Sis. As a Fulton Bulldog, she graduated from Fulton High School in 1945. While in school, she had perfect attendance for 12 years and earned a Citizenship Award. Sis and Michael L. Zartman were married April 21, 1946, in Fulton County. They shared 43 years of life’s adventures. Sadly, he passed away Dec. 27, 1989. Their union produced two daughters and a son. Three more generations have been added to the family tree. At 77 years old, Sis retired from her lifetime of farming. Bowling at Quick Lanes with the Pin-Toppers was always a great way to strike up conversations with friends. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Left to cherish the memories of Sis are her two daughters, Melody Taylor and husband Michael of Rochester and Deb Weekley and husband Kenny of Rochester; son, Douglas Zartman of Rochester; two grandchildren, Kendra Carlson and husband Jeffrey Grant and Kristen Garrison and companion Rusty Cauffman; there are many grandchildren within the blended family; 10 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren plus another blessing due in February 2022; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding Sis in death are her parents; husband; and brother, Lee “Bud” Johnson and his wife Ramona. A celebration of the life of Mary Ellen “Sis” Zartman was held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 1, at the Safe Harbor Church, 1944 Sweetgum Road, Rochester. Friends visited with the family from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church Saturday. Interment was in Mt. Zion Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Safe Harbor Church, 1944 Sweetgum Road, Rochester, IN 46975 or the Fulton County Animal Adoption Center, 1540 Wentzel St., Rochester, IN 46975. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to her family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.

Lorrie E. Artist, 74, Rochester, passed away at 8:47 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Indianapolis. She was born Jan. 2, 1947, in Hammond, the daughter of Albert Elvis and Marie (Pena) Cox. On April 4, 1983, in Whiting, she married James P. Artist and he survives. /255,( ( Lorrie had been a homemaker. She enjoyed work$57,67 ing crossword puzzles, playing cards and watching her favorite western movies and shows. Survivors include her husband, James P. Artist, Rochester; children, Donald Ray Huffstatler, Rochester, Donna Lee Fields, Avon, and Robert (Martha) Artist, Rochester; stepchildren, James L. Artist, Clayton, Michael Artist, Rochester, and Crystal Gail Conkin and husband, Kingsport, Tenn.; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and sister, Marie Ellis, Malta, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Sandra Cox and Betty Jo Cox. Graveside services were conducted at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3, at Moon Cemetery, Kewanna. Friends visited from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Roger D. Muse Riddle Elementary Building Tech Roger D. Muse, 70, Rochester, passed away at 10:34 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He was born June 7, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Denver and Essie (Daulton) Muse. On Nov. 25, 1972, in Boswell, he married Patricia Foster and she survives. 52*(5 ' 086( Roger had worked as a truck driver for 20 years at General Transfer and spent the last 27 years working for Rochester Community Schools at Riddle Elementary as building tech. He enjoyed gardening, spending time with his grandchildren and really enjoyed working at Riddle Elementary with all the staff and students. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Muse, Rochester; sons, Eric (Meredith) Muse, Plymouth, and Rodney South, Oneida, Tenn.; grandchildren, Landon Muse, Rochester, Brady Cofﬁn, Plymouth, Evan Muse, Plymouth, and Seth Muse, Plymouth; mother, Essie Muse, Rochester; brothers, Ralph (Gwen) Muse, Rochester, and Richard (Lisa) Muse, Burnettsville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and brother, Robert Muse. Visitation was held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends were invited to Riddle Elementary School after visitation Thursday afternoon for continued friendship and food. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Sharon Sue Crispen Parts Manager Sharon Sue Crispen, 62, Macy, passed away at 6:25 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021, at Duke’s Memorial Hospital. On Nov. 8, 1959, Sharon was born in Brunswick, Ga., to Burrell L. and Patsy Ruth Hodges Boatwright. Growing up, she shared her childhood with two sisters and a brother. 6+$521 68( Sharon was the parts manager at Mike Ander&5,63(1 son’s of Rochester. In her free time, she enjoyed painting with acrylics. Being very handy, she was very accomplished with sewing, quilting, crocheting and baking. Having a green thumb, her ﬂower beds, strawberry garden and her fruit trees were always plentiful. Her love of nature was shown to others with her photography. As an equestrian, she rode atop Buzzsaw through the countryside. Throughout the day, she could often be found enjoying a glass of iced sweet tea. Left to cherish the memories of Sharon are three children, Mitch Thornton of Macy, Amanda Barnes of Denver and Kathy Schlosser of Rochester; 11 grandchildren, Miranda, Antonio, Taylor, Jacob, Haley, Brooke, Curtis, Katlynn, Bo, Shane and Mason; two sisters, Patsy Ruth Heisey and husband David of New Oxford, Pa., and Wanda Gail Boatwright of Vidalia; brother, Burrell L. Boatwright Jr. of Brunswick, Ga.; companion, Dave Bandelier and his loving family; and Charlie the seal brown Pitt. Preceding Sharon in death are her parents; grandparents, Nancy E. Hodges, Thomas Hogdes and Francis and Bernice Crispen; her quarter horse, Buzzsaw, and pit bull, Buddy. A celebration of the life of Sharon Sue Crispen was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Pastor Thad Stewart ofﬁciated. Friends visited with the family from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Wednesday. Interment was in Richland Center IOOF Cemetery. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to her family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.

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OBITUARIES Continued from page 5 She then married Don Hatch in 1999, he preceded her in death in 2006. Survivors include her daughters, Pat and Miles Hoffman, Silver Lake, Pam and George Mofﬁt, Indianapolis, Cathy French, North Manchester, Nancy and Andy Shewman, North Manchester; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; husbands; son in law, Charles French; grandson; great-grandson; brother, Joseph Krauter. Services were held Wednesday Dec. 29, at the Earl-Love Funeral Home, Akron. Burial followed at the Akron IOOF Cemetery.

Frank A. Hines Sr. Frank A. Hines Sr., 71, Winamac, died 9:52 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, at Chase Center, Logansport. He was born Aug. 27, 1950, to Adam and Frances (Hurlburt) Hines. Survivors include his son, Frank and Katie Hines Jr., Wheatﬁeld; daughters, Myra Hines (Rodney), Kewanna, Becky Hines (Damien), Denham; six grandchildren; great-grandchild; brother, Adam and Bonie Hines; sisters, Rosemary and William Marsh; Cindy Cole; brother in law, Ray Katschke; church wife, Mindy Herren; step son, Jason Herren; and many other family and friends. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Donita Hines; step-son, Brian Wallace; siblings, Geneva Shidler; Robert Hines; Alberta Katschke. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Metzger Chapel, Kewanna.

Donnetta H. Hobbs Donnetta H. Hobbs 80, Wabash, died 3:23 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021, at Miller’s Marry Manor East, Wabash. She was born June 3, 1941, to Harold Chapman and Dorothy Pattee. She married Tony Earl Hobbs Dec. 5, 1969, he preceded her in death April 20, 2011. She is survived by her children; Deana and John Carter, Columbia City; Dennis and Cathie Harshman, Tampa Fla.; Daniel and Renee Harsheman, North Manchester; Denise and DeWayne Yocum, Macy; Liz Hobbs, Wabash; Karen and Kraig Stuart, Wyo.; nice grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Lee Chapman, and sister, Jeanette Chapman. Services will be held at a later date at the Olive Branch Church of God, Roann. Burial will take place in the Roann Community Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service.

Grace J. Holloway Grace J. Holloway, 83, Rochester, died Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, at Woodlawn Hospital. She was born March 18, 1938, to Clarence R. and Lois Townsend. She married Bernie Holloway June 19, 1960 near Lumberton, N.C. He survives. Also surviving are her sons, Dave and Penni Holloway, South Carolina, Gregory and Alice Holloway, Rochester; two grandsons; seven great-grand-

children; and a great-greatgrandson. A celebration of the life was held Thursday, Dec. 30, at the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Burial followed at the Citizen’s Cemetery, Rochester.

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Lonnie Edward King Jr. Lonnie Edward King Jr., 69, Culver, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth. He was born Nov. 9, 1952, to Lonnie Edward /211,( King Sr. and Junita Steele. He (':$5' .,1* -5 married Debbie Watson Oct. 7, 1978, in Chicago. She survives. Also surviving are his sons, Tyson King, Leiters Ford, Lonnie King III, South Bend, Travis King, Culver, Brandon King, LaPorte, Marvin King, Culver, John Thomas, Winamac; daughter, Yolanda Watson, Indianapolis; numerous grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Ruby Steele, Gary; brother, Ronald King Sr. and Thema, Harvey, Ill.; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Jeanette; granddaughter; sisters, Beatrice Givens, Helene Adams. Services will be held 3:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7, at the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends may visit 2 to 3:30 p.m. prior to services.

Thomas C. Mollette Thomas C. Mollette, 56, Mentone, died 9:41 p.m. Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was born May 11, 1965, to Tom and 7+20$6 & Dora Mollette. 02//(77( He married Lynette D. Fincher Sept. 1, 2007, she survives. Also surviving are sons, Christopher Mollette, Wabash, Matthew Mollettem Traverse City, Mich., Thomas Mollette Jr., Mentone, Timothy Mollette, Rochester, Ernest Wsterhoff, Garrett, Burton Westerhoff, Silver Lake; 13 grandchildren; brother, John Mollette, Paintsville, Ky.; sister, Marlena Burke, Paintsville, Ky; in-laws, Ed and Donna Fincher; brother in law, Michael Fincher; numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, step father, Bill Freise; brothers,

Kayden Dewayne Robert Morgan, 8, Beaver Dam, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021. He was born Dec. 22, 2012. He was cared for by Bob and Cheryl Burke and Cindy Mill.$<'(1 er for the last '(:$<1( 18 months. 52%(57 He is sur025*$1 vived by his foster parents and their children; Michael, Andrew, Zack, Eric, Bobby, and Payton; a niece Nevaeh; grandmas; aunts and uncles; and cousins. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4, at Akron Elementary School, 202 E. Rural St. The arrangements have been entrusted to Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St., Akron.

Joan Morris Joan Morris, 58, Rochester, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, at Lutheran Hospital. She was born April 1, 1963, to John and Charlotte Morris Sr. Surviving -2$1 0255,6 include her siblings; Bill and Lisa Langdon, Bremen; Vickie and Larry Watkins, Argos; Janet Riewoldt, Plymouth; John Morris Jr., Goshen; Kevin and Beth Morris, Warsaw; Mark Morris, Goshen. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother in law, Matt Reiwoldt; nephew. Services were held Tuesday, January 4 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. Burial followed at Calcutta Cemetery, Carbon.

Gloria J. Paseka Gloria J. Paseka, 71, Etna Green, died 7:56 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, at her residence. She was born July 27, 1950, in Warsaw, to Joe Eugene and Ruth M. */25,$ - (Long) Tucker. 3$6(.$ She married Carl M. Paseka June 28, 1970, in Etna Green. He preceded her in death Feb. 2, 2008. She is survived by her son, Andrew and Meagan Paseka, Convoy, Ohio; seven grandchildren; ﬁve great-grandchildren; siblings; Steve and Kathy Tucker,

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Dennis Earl Pugh D e n n i s Earl Pugh, 64, Rochester, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, at his residence. He was born April 7, 1957, to Raymond, Joseph and Shirley Ann Malott Pugh. '(11,6 ($5/ Surviving 38*+ are his companion, Lisa Smoker; three daughters, Denee and Charles Douglass, Peru, Darci and Bobby Patton, Perrysburg, Tara Smoker,Rochester; a son, Tyler Smoker, Rochester; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Carl and Kim Pugh, Denver; sister, Cindy and Don Maynard, Denver; special family member, Ruth Anderson; numerous nieces and nephews; great nephew. Services were held Monday, Jan. 3, at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Dorothy Risner Dorothy Risner, 90, Plymouth, died Dec. 25, 2021, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She was born Jan. 16, 1931, to James and Bessie (Sumpter) Tyler. She mar'2527+< ried Donald 5,61(5 Risner May 27, 1949, he preceded him in death in 2012. She is survived by daughters; Vicky L. and Robert Muller, Lafayette; Linda Sanders, Rochester; Patricia Risner, South Bend; Kathleen and Brian Adams, Poulson; Ronald and Esther Tyler, Shipshewana. She is preceded in death by her parents; grandson; brothers, Dermil Tyler; Clarence Tyler and John Tyler. Services were held Jan. 3 at DeatonClemens Funeral Home, Bourbon.

Richard Earl Smith Richard Earl Smith, 70, Argos, died 6:56 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, at Saint Joseph Health System. He was born June 21, 1951, to Charles “Chuck” and Carle T. Smith. 5,&+$5' ($5/ On Sept. 19, 60,7+ 1969, he married Kennetta Kay Powell, she survives. Also surviving are is sons, Michael and Sherry Smith, Argos, Matthew and Stacy Smith, Argos; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Pattie Smith, Glenwood, W.Va.; brother, Michael and Kathy Smith, Oklahoma City, Okla. He is preceded in death by his parents, grandson, granddaughter. Services were held Friday, Dec. 31, at the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos. Burial followed at Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

Helen I. Warren Helen I. Warren, 95, Atwood, died 8:57 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. She was born Feb. 12, 1926, to Frank and Bertha Hambleton Long. She married Ora Warren Jr. Feb. 18, 1944, in Columbia City. He preceded her in death

Feb. 10, 2001. She is survived by her son, Dan and Tina Warren, Warsaw; d a u g h t e r- i n law, Diane Warren, Warsaw; 10 grandchildren; 19 greatgrandchildren; +(/(1 , 13 great-great:$55(1 grandchildren; and sister, Elsie Oliver, Fort Wayne. She preceded in death by her parents; husband Ora; son Jerry Warren; sisters Blanche Warren, Grace King, Ruth Tucker; brother Frank Jr. Services were held Friday, Dec. 31, at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Burial took place at the Harrison Center Cemetery, Etna Green.

COUNTY REPORT Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the ofﬁce of Fulton County Clerk of the Court:

Herrold-Davis Morgan Lea Herrold, 28, Kewanna, and Brett Matthew Davis, 30, Lucerne.

Court News Circuit Court The following petitions have been ﬁled in Fulton County Circuit Court Judge Christopher A. Lee presiding:

Civil Plenary Brian Graham v. Angela Marie Graham, The Donald and Marilyn Calhoun Revocable Living Trust.

Superior Court The following petitions have been ﬁled in Fulton County Superior Court Judge Gregory L. Heller presiding:

Complaints Bank of America, N.A. v. Scott Tran, Rochester, $6,364.83.

Trafﬁc Violations The following ﬁnes and levies were paid in Fulton County Courts: Speeding — Matthew J. Annee, Indianapolis, $150.50; Tyler W. Hurst, Northbrook, Illi., $150.50; Hamilton Clement Gilbert, Grand Rapids, Mich., $160.50; Misti E. Walker, Rochester, $150.50; David Van Bawi Mang, Indianapolis, $160.50; Clem E. Borntreger, LaGrange, $160.50; Elizabeth L. Reinhold, Monterey, $192.50; Edward M. Krathwohl, Logansport, $160.50; Jaden A. Ragab, South Bend, $192.50; Madison A. Shedrow, Monterey, $192.50. Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Alexxander K. Anderson, Knox, $25.

BIRTHS The following Fulton County area babies were recently born at Woodlawn Hospital: Alaina Kay Ferrell Brianna Norman and Jeffrey Ferrell, Rochester, are the parents of daughter, Alaina Kay, born at 9:58 p.m. Nov. 4, 2021. She weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 inches long. Camille Jo Burns Courney Burns is the mother of daughter, Camille Jo, born Nov. 11, 2021. She weighed 5 pounds, 13 ounces and was 18 inches long. Maverick James Hopkins Skylar Dare and Trevor Hopkins, Knox, are the parents of son, Maverick James, born at 11:04 p.m. Nov. 28, 2021. He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.

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Food manager certification class in Rochester Purdue Extension Fulton County will hold a one-day ServSafe Food Manager class and examination class from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 14, at the Fulton County Purdue Extension Office at the Fulton County Fairgrounds, 1009 W. Third St., Rochester. The cost for the class, exam and book is $165. The book and exam only is $115 and the exam only is $65. Registration will begin at 8:15 a.m. ServSafe educates food service workers about food safety. ServSafe Food Protection Manager is their highest certification and focuses on five aspects: • Foodborne microorganisms and allergens • Personal hygiene • Purchasing, receiving and storage • Preparing, cooking and serving • Facilities, cleaning/sanitation and managing pests The full one-day training includes a manual and proctored paper exam. Participants must score 75% or greater to earn the certificate. The certification is valid for five years. A photo ID with signature is required to take the exam (driver’s license, state ID, student ID, military ID, employee ID, U.S. green card or valid passport). The deadline to register is Friday, Jan. 7, to receive materials. Register with CVent online at cvent.me/n2PzWO. For further information, contact Jessica Riffle, extension educator, at (574) 223-3397.

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Susie with Cr8-UR-Canvas will guide you through a step by step winter scene painting on an 18” wooden sled. Customize it with an additional snowman and snowflakes. Cost is $55/person and includes all supplies, one drink of choice, cheese, instruction, and a lot of fun. Register early, seating is limited. All transactions are final and non-refundable. Must sign up by Jan. 21. Register at: schnabeltier-cheesery-and-winery.square.site/events. —o— The Native Nook is featuring Sam Swanson, bartender and artist, from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 22. This event, bARTending with Sam, is sponsored by The Times Theater Art Committee of Rochester. The 21+ event requires a $10 ticket to order an alcoholic beverage. IDs will be checked at the counter before ordering. Bartender is licensed. Tickets are first come first serve online with limited availability at the door the day of the event. Nonalcoholic beverages are also provided. You do not need a ticket to attend the event only to purchase an alcoholic beverage. Purchase a ticket at: www.digitalwolfnetwork.com/event-details/bartending-with-sam-swanson. —o— Kewanna Food Pantry is open 8:30 to 11 a.m. Thursdays. Sign in must be completed by 10:30 a.m. The pantry is located at 114 S. Toner St., Kewanna. —o— Community meals 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Grace United Methodist Church located at the corner of Seventh and Jefferson, Rochester.

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The lawyer next door %\ $/,621 +$1'< 6WDII :ULWHU The law office of Paul M. Namie may have opened its doors in August 2020, but the firm and Attorney Joseph Bauer have been helping Rochester and neighboring communities for much longer. Bauer practices with Paul M. Namie, a Lake County criminal defense attorney, and has now expanded that practice into Fulton County and surrounding areas; he personally has serviced 30 counties in the last two years. Rochester was a perfect place for Bauer to plant his roots. Although he grew up in New Lennox, Ill., he visited Rochester on the weekends all throughout his childhood. He fell in love with Rochester, and married a Rochester native, Madison Sweany (Bauer). Making Rochester home of his new office just made

sense after their move back to the area in May 2020. Bauer attended and graduated from Ferris State University, Big Rapids, Mich. with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with legal studies and a minor in leadership and operations management. He then attended Valparaiso University to study law and graduated in 2019. Upon passing the bar exam Bauer began working in the Lafayette area in the Tippecanoe County Prosecutor’s Office. After a short while he accepted a position with the law offices of Paul M. Namie in March 2020. Since then he has quickly settled into his new role at the Rochester office; focusing on criminal defense and family law. Bauer is a proud father of two boys and expecting a new addition to the family in April. They have three golden retrievers; the Bauers like to call them the

“paralegal pups.” You can sometimes catch them in the office. They are training their youngest puppy to be an emotional support dog they can utilize within the practice. Time is important to Bauer. He believes being readily available for his clients is necessary to provide them with the best service. If calling the Rochester office, calls go directly to his cellphone, making it where he is personally answering his client’s calls. He is also flexible to meet with his clients after hours. Bauer’s wife describes him as understanding and relatable; he explains being open and transparent is what it’s all about. If you are interested in Attorney Joseph Bauer’s services from the law office of Paul M. Namie, you can call (815) 474-8132 or (219) 838-9200. The office is located at 111 E. 9th St., Rochester.

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Fulton County Farm Winter School begins tonight The 2022 Fulton County Farm Winter School education series begins tonight, Jan. 5, in the Rochester High School Vo-Ag room. Each meeting of the free four-part series will be held Wednesdays beginning at 7:30 p.m. All meetings are at the high school. This series of meetings is jointly sponsored by the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service and the Rochester High School Vocational Agriculture department. Refreshments will be available courtesy of several local banks. The meeting schedule is as follows: Session One — Agriculture Economic Outlook Wednesday, Jan. 5 Dr. Michael Langemeier, Purdue Agriculture Economist and the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture Langemeier will discuss farm commodity prices, cash rents and land value. He will provide updates on Livestock prices, interest rates and other issues affecting farm inputs and prices. Session Two — The Cost Of Farm Safety Wednesday, Jan. 12 Dr. Bill Field, Purdue Extension Safety Specialist For 45 years, Field has been leading farm safety programs at Purdue. He has appeared as an expert witness in numerous agricultural injury-related litigations. He will relate farm safety, liability and long-term disability issues during the session. Session Three — Field Crop Irrigation Wednesday, Jan. 19 Lyndon Kelley, Purdue Extension/ Michigan State University Extension Irrigation Educator Kelley is currently serving under

a joint agreement with Purdue Extension to provide leadership and education to irrigated crop producers of Michigan and Indiana. Under this agreement he deals with the technical and social/political and economic issues of irrigation. Kelley will cover the possibility of irrigation expansion as well as general irrigation management information. Session Four — Controlling Tar Spot And Other Diseases Wednesday, Jan. 26 Dr. Darcy Telenko, Purdue Extension Field Crop Plant Pathologist Mark Kepler, Purdue Extension Educator AG/NR Fulton County Telenko will discuss the impact of fungal disease, especially tar spot in corn and how it took their economic toll in the area this past year. Understanding this disease and others, including when to use fungicides, are critical information for area farmers. A portion of this class will include information about Drift Watch Crop Registry presented by Mark Kepler. This program is also certiﬁed as a PARP class for those needing a pesticide license credit. The cost is $10 for those needing the pesticide credit. This program will be held in the Rochester High School auditorium. If you have a disability that requires special assistance for your participation in this meeting, contact Kepler at the Purdue Extension Service by calling (574) 223-3397. You also can contact Kepler for additional information about these programs. You also can visit www.ag.purdue. edu/counties/fulton for information about the various programs offered by Purdue Extension Fulton County.

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Luginbill’s art on display at Rochester Library The latest exhibit at the gallery of the Fulton County Public Library in Rochester is Sarah L. Luginbill. She is a self-taught painter who has won many awards throughout Indiana and exhibited in galleries with solo and group shows. The exhibit is co-sponsored by the Fulton County Public Library and the Times Theater Arts Committee. The library is located at 320 W. Seventh St., Rochester. Luginbill is a self-taught painter who has a deep love for all things beautiful. She lives in Peru where she raised four children with her husband, Ron. Luginbill owns and operates Gallery 15, 15 E. Main St., located

in downtown Peru. The gallery is housed in an historic building complete with original tin ceiling and unique hardwood ﬂoors. This space is her studio, classroom to her students and creative gallery to exhibit her art and other selected artists. Gallery 15 artwork surrounds a music stage perfectly placed for enjoying art and music with local artists. She was born to missionary parents in Sierra Leone, West Africa, where she lived until she was 16 years old. They encouraged hard work and persistence to achieve excellence. It has paid off, as Luginbill’s work has been well received in many shows throughout Indiana. She has won awards in

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January happenings at the Akron Library Here’s a look at some of the things going on at the Akron Carnegie Public Library in January. The library is located at 205 E. Rochester St. For further information about these or any other programs at the library, call (574) 893-4113. Throughout the month of January, stop in and view Akron resident Jeff Bickel’s model trucks in the display case. This display features customization to model trucks he has built in 1/24th scale. Adult Readers’ Book Club meets at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6. Start the new year by picking a book of your choice and letting the group know what you thought of it. “A Blizzard of Books” adult winter reading program begins Monday, Jan. 10. While the weather might be chilly during these months, the ACPL has all sorts of “material” to keep happy. Now is the time to get prepared for those at home days or curl up and read any day and earn multiple chances in their drawings. Select your books or audio books and get started on your best winter reading adventure and kick off the new year by participating in the adult winter reading program from Jan. 10 through March 25. Every time you ﬁnish a book, write the title on the printed form, available at the library. Once you have read three books, bring the form to the library and put it into one of the prize drawing boxes for

a chance to win a prize. Then, take another form and keep reading. The winning names will be drawn at the conclusion of the program in March. You must check out material from the Akron Carnegie Public Library to participate. Three rafﬂe prize drawings will be available from which to select. The more you read, the more chances to win. “Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day” is Tuesday, Jan. 11. Kids can stop in to the library and learn fun facts about Morse code, learn to write their name, make a craft and more. W.O.W. Club (Wacky On Wednesday) starts at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12. This is a free club with plenty of wild and crazy fun activities for elementary kids in grades one to ﬁve. Each program lasts approximately one hour. The Chain Gang meets at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, for those who enjoy crocheting, knitting, sewing or needlepoint. Bring your materials with you and work alongside others who enjoy this hobby. Adult Crafty Corner will be meeting from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27. This month’s craft will be a winter wreath. Sign-up is required. Call the library to reserve your spot today. Dish It Up Recipe Exchange Club will resume in February. For more information on how to participate in this program, call the library or stop in and see one of the staff members.

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Low-cost pet vaccine clinics in Rochester January dates for Fulton County Animal Center’s low-cost vaccine clinic are scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, and Sunday, Jan. 30. An appointment is required. This clinic is open to anyone regardless of income level or county of residence. Anyone on any type of government assistance will receive 15% off all services. In January, the basic puppy/

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