Shopping Guide News - Fulton County - June 7, 2023

Joe’s Hope Foundation finds a family helping families

dedicated to providing support for cancer patients.

like this.”

In 2023, the American Cancer Society estimates there are 40,270 new cancer diagnoses in Indiana, with 13,660 dying from the disease. And for every individual facing this diagnosis, there are loved ones dealing with the dire emotional and economic problems associated with treatment.

The family of Joe Shidler of Argos knows this all too well. In 2011, Joe was diagnosed with leukemia and died in 2014. During that time the family formed a Relay For Life team, which they continued until 2020, when the team turned into Joe’s Hope Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit

Joe’s brother, Dustin Shidler, is president of the foundation formed to help families like his. “The last thing they should have to worry about is where money is coming from,” he stated. Joe’s Hope seeks to help with car, mortgage and utility and other regular payments, which can become burdensome on top of medical bills and other, often unforeseen, difficulties.

For example, the foundation recently provided a $250 gas card to help cover the expense of driving to Kokomo three times per week for chemotherapy treatments.

Joe faced similar problems, said Dustin, who recalled his brother saying, “I don’t know how much longer I can go on

In the event money is not a problem, Joe’s Hope can help find other resources families may be unaware of. “We are hardpressed not to be able to find something to help,” said Dustin, even if it simply means being emotionally supportive.

Joe’s Hope fundraisers primarily involve monthly work at Fulton County Recycling Center, for which Dustin is grateful to the center’s director, Stacy Hart. They also volunteer at the Pork Producers’ Fulton County Fairground stand, and they serve buffalo burgers at Fulton County Historical Society’s Trail of Courage event.

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World War II veteran reflects on 100 years, part 2

Editor’s note: The following story is continued from the 5/31 Know Your Neighbor article.

Following the Japanese surrender in World War II, Louis Horvath served out his stint with the 11th Airborne Division in various guard posts around the country before returning to the United States in 1946.

Travel conditions had certainly changed after the war ended. “It took over 30 days to get from San Francisco to the Phillipines. But it only took eight days to travel from Japan to San Francisco,” He said, again exhibiting a remarkably clear memory of events nearly 80 years passed.

Horvath’s job at Bendix Corporation was waiting for him in South Bend, and he returned to work. But it was not long before his life was again unexpectedly derailed.

“They took x-rays every year at that time,” he recalled, as the health risks of radiation were still not fully understood. And,

unfortunately, someone spotted a worrisome spot on Horvath’s lung. In spite of the fact he showed no other symptoms, he was diagnosed with tuberculosis and quarantined at Healthwin Sanitarium outside of South Bend. “It was a full house with people on every floor.”

A new antibiotic, streptomycin, along with other medicines, would eventually lead to the disease’s decline in the 1950s, but it appeared to be ineffective in Horvath’s case. He would spend the next three years at Healthwin, and doctors eventually removed five ribs to collapse the affected lung.

Horvath was eventually released, and to this day believes he was misdiagnosed or worse, exploited as a single, unmarried man to fill beds and receive government funding. “I never felt sick,” he said.

Whatever the case, Horvath, now five ribs lighter, returned to Bendix, where he continued his job as a shop clerk, primarily building automobile parts. But his military involvement was not completely over. Bendix also developed Talos, a ship-to-air missile used by the US Navy from 1957 to 1979. “We

worked on the electronics part of the guidance system,” he said.

And it was also at Bendix where Horvath met his wife, Weddad. The pair had mutual friends and shared a love of golf. They were married in 1962 and would go on to spend the next 53 years together until she died in 2015 at the age of 94. While they never had children of their own, they have extended family across the country, including Fulton County.

Horvath credits his longevity to a walking regimen of two miles every day. “Right from the start we walked every day. … No matter what the weather was like.” In the winter months they would wear snowmobile suits to keep warm on their constitutionals.

The happy couple also benefited from “a great retirement program.” Horvath was able to retire at age 53 after 34 years of employment. The pair also traveled regularly in their motor home, often visiting his brother in Florida.

In spite of this, Horvath is a little baffled by his own long life. “I didn’t think I’d be around very long. … Both my parents were gone by age 63.”

On Dec. 10, 2022, he received a

letter from President Biden, which read, in part, “It is a privilege to wish you a happy 100th birthday and to thank you for your inspiring service in the United States Army. The selflessness of veterans like you who answered our nation’s

call to serve during World War II defines the true character of our Greatest Generation. We remain forever indebted to all those who have worn the uniform and have sacrificed beyond measure for our cherished freedoms.”

Caston Elementary announces honor roll

The following students were named to the Caston Elementary School for the fourth quarter grading period of the 2022-2023 school year.

All “A” Honor Roll

5th Grade — Annie Ault, Parker Baldwin-See, Mallorey Garner, Kayley Middleton, Ella Monical, Jillian Rentschler, Aliza Rudicel, Paisley Strasser, Olivia Taylor, Eli White and Maddie Zimpleman.

4th Grade — Ian Albright, Ezekiel Clayton, Willow Cripe, Kin-

ley Foxworth, Makenna Franklin, Harper Johnson, Bristol Justice, Remley Mollenkopf, Cailyn Overmyer and Lila Zimpleman.

3rd Grade — Paisley Barcus, Titan Demond, Leigha Eber, Leighton Eber, Scarlett Elza. Eric Fort, Ketni Gibson, Naomi Hartzell, Maleena Hendry, Alexandria Hulette, Layla Joseph, Jackson Lovelady, Lucas Moon, Tanner Overmyer, Silas Rudicel, Landon Sorak, Hunter Taylor, Heidi Thelen and Isaac White.

Fulton Branch Library adult art contest

Along with the art contest held with Caston Elementary students to celebrate Fulton Library, a contest for adults (anyone out of school) will also take place this month.

The theme is “Read a Book — Take a Journey.” Participants may draw accordingly using 8.5-by-11 inch paper and/or use a coloring page, which will be located at the

library by June 8.

The contest will be June 12-30. Artwork may be turned in at the library within that time frame.

Winning works will be displayed from the first part of July through Aug. 5, the Fulton Fun Day Festival. Caston student winning art will be on display from June 12 to Aug. 5.

RTC Fiber taking part in gaming network pilot program

RTC Fiber Communications is one of 30 companies nationwide taking part in a three-month pilot program, Fiber Homes and DxTEL’s new platform called Fiber Gaming Network. From now until September 2023, anyone 13 years of age or older in the RTC zip code areas may join and play for free by signing up at fibergamingnetwork. com.

Every weekend during this three-month period, FGN will run a virtual tournament for a popular game with $1,500 in cash prizes. Then, one weekday each week, they will also host a community game night with giveaways, trivia nights, nights to connect to college recruiters for esports and more. FGN also live streams gaming events on Twitch and YouTube.

“A/B” Honor Roll

5th Grade — Marley Beckner, Isis Cox, Bear Craig, Anaiah Dulin, Sadie Flenar, Aldair Flores, Jacob Greer, Anastasia Groff, Lincoln Holliman, Laci Hook, Austin Hubenthal, Ace Johnson, Coltyn Konopasek, Abel Lovelady, Griffin Newton, Klayton Rogers, Alexa Rouch and Parker Smith.

4th Grade — Josslynn AbbottBradley, Emma Apperson, Jasper Buck, Colton Dotson, Mateo Hernandez-Rios, Jett Mappin, Joelle McGrew, Raelynn Nethercutt, Amyah Pulluaim, Carly Remley, Danie Rouch, Nevaeh Rustman, Bentley Tyra, Titus Yarber and Amelia Zartman.

3rd Grade — Kylee Apperson, Nate Armold, Rowan Berry, Ellie Coffing, Carolyn Cravens, Zach DeWitt, Trevor Emery, Zane Grubb, Amethyst Hoch, Alex Holcomb, Ava Holloway, David James, Elijah Loftis, Pilot Manley, Shannon Manning, Brielle McVay, Max Metzger, Kaeleb Moss, Gil Newton, Kolin Oberkrom, Kayden Rentschler, Cora Scott, Wyatt Smith, Gracelynn Walker, Gwyneth Wilburn and Silas Yarber.

Incorrect name

Adyson Brady’s name was misspelled in the photographs of the 2023 Caston High School graduates.

We apologize for the error.

Joe’s Hope

Continued from page 1 events, to “plaster Joe’s Hope all over Rochester and the surrounding area.”

raiser takes place at the corner of Ninth and Main streets. On May 20, volunteers collected $1,020. They will be back at the corner from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 17.

Since 2020, online donations on Facebook have begun picking up, said Dustin, and the foundation is hoping to “branch out” into popcorn fundraisers as well.

Recently, Hannah Clemans assumed the duties of apparel director, and Dustin hopes more hats, hoodies and T-shirts will be available for purchase at

All of Joe’s Hope funding comes from these and other grassroots efforts. It is raised and spent locally, without the aid of grant funding.

Dustin also credited his mother and foundation treasurer Angie McNees; sister and secretary, Lacey Shidler; father Chad Shidler and stepfather Keith McNees for keeping the foundation alive. “If it weren’t for them, I don’t know where we’d be today.”

At the root of it all, however, is Joe himself. “He’s our main driving factor. If he was still here he’d be leading the effort. He still guides us to where we need to be.” Namely, to anyone in the surrounding community struggling with the devastation wrought by cancer. “We have a true connection to what they’re going through because we’ve lived it.”

For more information on Joe’s Hope Foundation, visit facebook. com/joeshopefoundation, or contact joeshopefoundation@gmail. com.

Let’s study the Bible

The person God blesses

(Read Psalm 1:1-3)

“His delight is in the law of the Lord ...” (Psalm 1:2)

It’s a person who is separated from the world (Psalm 1:1). The Christian life is compared to a walk (see Ephesians

4:1, 17; 5:2, 8, 15). It begins with a step of faith in trusting Christ and it grows as we take further steps of faith in obedience to his word.

Walking involves progress, and Christians are to make progress in applying Bible truths to daily life. But it is possible for the believer to walk “in the darkness,” outside the will of God (1 John 1:5-7). The people God blesses are careful in their walk; though they are in the world, they are not of the world.

By contrast, it takes little imagination to see the person walking near sin, then standing to consider it and finally sitting down to enjoy “the pleasures of sin for a season.”

(Hebrews 11:25)

It’s a person who is saturated with the Word (Psalm 1:2). Those whom God blesses are not delighted with what pertains to sin and the world; they delight in the word of God. It is love for and obedience to the Bible that bring blessing on our lives. See Joshua 1:8.

The people God blesses not only read the word of God daily, but they study it, memorize it and meditate on it during the day and night. Their mind is controlled by the word. Because of this, they are led by the Spirit and walk in the Spirit.

Meditation is to the soul what “digestion” is to the body. It means understanding the Word, “chewing on it” and applying it to our lives, making it a part of the

Thank You

The family of Larry V. Gearhart would like to thank those for the flowers, cards, prayers and visits and the ladies of the Fulton Baptist Temple who brought in food twice a week.

To hospice for all their help with our Dad. It was very much appreciated and a big help.

Thanks to pastor Jeremy and pastor Bruce for the services. To our cousin Steve for always being there when we called. This was very hard for us, so everything and everyone was much appreciated.

May God Bless You All, Rick Gearhart, Diane Gearhart and Families

inner person.

It’s a person who is situated by the waters (Psalm 1:3). Water for drinking is a picture of the Holy Spirit (John 7:37-39). The Christian is here compared to a tree that gets its water from the deep hidden springs under the dry sands.

This world is a desert that can never satisfy the dedicated believer. We must send our “spiritual roots” down deep into the things of Christ and draw upon the spiritual water of life. See Jeremiah 17:78, Psalm 92:12-14. There can be no fruit without roots. Unless Christians spend time daily in prayer and the word and allow the Spirit to feed them, they will wither and die.

The believer who draws upon the spiritual life in Christ will be fruitful and successful in the life of faith. When Christians cease to bear fruit, it is because something has happened to the roots (Mark 11:12-13, 20; and see Luke 13:6-9).

What kind of fruit are we to bear? See Romans 1:13 and 6:22, Galatians 5:22-23, Hebrews 13:15, and Colossians 1:10.

Of course, the perfect example of this godly person in Psalm 1:13 is Jesus Christ. He is the way (Psalm 1:1), the truth (Psalm 1:2) and the life (Psalm 1:3); see John 14:6.

Read Ron Purkey’s Bible study outlines free at rcpbibleoutlines. com. Purkey has been an ordained Baptist minister for 50 years.

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BITUARIES

Bradley Neal Crawford All-American Football Player

Bradley “Brad” Neal Crawford, 67, Winamac, passed away at 2:50 a.m. Sunday, May 21, 2023, at his home.

Brad was born Dec. 13, 1955 to John and Florence Crawford in Logansport. On May 30, 2021, he married his best friend, Beth, in a small chapel on a beloved fishing lake in northern Minnesota.

Brad was a 1974 graduate of Winamac Community High School and afterwards attended Franklin College, ultimately attending and graduating from the Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1982. He was an accomplished athlete in both high school and college. While at Franklin College, Brad was part of the track and field and football teams. He earned numerous awards and continues to hold several records.

He was an All-American football player and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2000. Nevertheless, he stood out as the epitome of humility, a man one was honored to encounter. Brad’s ultimate dream, however, was to return to his hometown to pursue his profession of general dentistry and enjoy his passion for hunting and fishing.

Brad was an avid outdoorsman and frequently enjoyed fishing locally on Lake Maxinkuckee. In recent years, he and Beth also enjoyed spending time on several lakes in northern Minnesota. He was an accomplished fisherman and loved catching walleye, perch and bluegill. Despite Brad’s numerous accomplishments, his greatest pride and joy was his baby, Kelsey. His role as a father was the one which gave him the most joy, and he often spoke of how proud he was of the young woman that Kelsey had become. Brad was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and friend and will be deeply missed.

Survivors include daughter, Florence “Kelsey” Crawford; wife, Beth Ruff-Crawford; brother, Keven Crawford, Winamac; sister, Tina (Steve) Knebel, Winamac; Beth’s sons, Jake (Jenna) Ruff of Rochester and Josh (Hayley) Ruff of Fishers; grandson, Calvin Abraham Ruff of Fishers; mother-in-law, Barbara Halleck of Winamac; brother-in-law, Tom (Tammy) Halleck of Star City; sisters-in-law, Jennifer (Dan) Knebel of Winamac and Cyndi (Joe) Garnett, Westfield; as well as numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Florence Crawford; and father in law, Thomas Halleck Sr.

A mass of Christian burial was held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 26, at St. Peters Catholic Church in Winamac. Visitation was from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, May 25, at the church. Burial was at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery West in Pulaski.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Lake Maxinkuckee Environmental Fund, P.O. Box 187, Culver, IN 46511.

Brad’s online guest book and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Billy D. Hoffman

U.S. Marine Corps Veteran

Billy D. Hoffman, 93, Rochester, former Florida resident for over 20 years, passed away at 5:08 a.m. Sunday, May 28, 2023, at his residence.

He was born April 7, 1930, in South Bend, the son of Delbert A. and Bernice (Carr) Hoffman. On July 5, 1963, he married Nancy Jane Rensberger. She preceded him in death on Oct. 28, 1993.

Billy was an U.S. Marine Corps veteran having served in the late 1940s and early 1950s. Billy spent his professional career in the printing business. Early in his career, he traveled around the country providing printing repair service and later serving as director of operations for the State of Indiana in their printing operations.

He had been a member of International Typographical Union Local 590, where he had served as president and treasurer. He had been a member of the Moose Lodge, Elk’s Lodge, American Legion and was a 32 Degree member of the Masonic Lodge. In his spare time, he enjoyed printing and trips in the spring to Minnesota for walleye fishing.

Survivors include his children, Patricia (Vern) Hibner, St. Cloud, Fla., Janet Hoffman, Kewanna, Susan Van Lake, Kewanna, and Michael (Jody) Hoffman, Winamac; four grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; brother, Art (Lela) Hoffman, Rochester; sister, Joan “Pat” Clary, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Dennis Van Lake; uncle, Dean Carr; and brother-in-law, Richard “Dick” Clary.

No services are scheduled. Private interment will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.

Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Darrell L. Elsea

U.S. Army Veteran

Darrell L. Elsea, 80, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away Friday afternoon, May 26, 2023.

In Cicero, Ill., on Nov. 14, 1942, Darrell Leroy Elsea was born. He was the treasured son of Dale and Ruth Johnson Elsea. Their family later moved to Indiana. As a Polar Cub, Darrell graduated in 1960 from Burlington High School in Carroll County. Shortly thereafter, patriotism beckoned and Darrell answered the call by enlisting with the United States Army. During his tour of duty, he served in Korea following the Korean War.

On Oct. 3, 1964, Darrell married the love of his life, Mona C. McCarty, in Michigantown. Their union of 58 years brought on many adventures in life and produced two handsome sons, Darren and Mike. The family tree continued to grow with the added blessing of a beautiful granddaughter, Amanda.

With a strong work ethic, Darrell worked for Kokomo’s Chrysler Corporation for 34 years, retiring in 1994. His memberships include the Fulton Community Church, UAW Local, Fulton County Gun Club, Elks Lodge and F & AM Lodge.

To relax Darrell was an accomplished trap shooter and he competed in many events. He and Mona fished on the lakes in Michigan, Wisconsin and Canada. His favorite was Fulton County’s Nyona Lake. With the skills to use many pole types, Darrell was most commonly seen whipping a fly rod, attracting the catch of the day. When he wasn’t fishing, Darrell enjoyed the game of golf, playing the Elk’s and Millcreek courses.

Mona and Darrell wintered in Tuscon, Ariz., for 13 years. Darrell looked forward to visiting with family and friends and an occasional game of euchre.

Left to cherish Darrell’s memory are his wife, Mona, at home; Darren Elsea (Chris) of Nyona Lake and Mike Elsea of Mooresville; his granddaughter, Amanda Horning (Mike); and a brother-in-law, Dick McCarty (Dorothy).

Preceding Darrell in death are his parents; and brother-in-law, Don McCarty and wife Susan.

A celebration of the life of Darrell L. Elsea was held at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 1, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends visited with his family from 11 a.m. until the hour of the service. Pastor Roger D. Kneibel officiated. Burial followed at Fulton Cemetery. The Fulton County Veteran’s Honor Guard and the United States Army Honor’s Team accorded military graveside rites. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the Fulton Community Church, P.O. Box 115, Fulton, IN 46931 or to Kindred Hospice, 1476 W. 18th St., Rochester, IN 46975.

Online expressions of sympathy may be made to his family at www. goodfamilyfh.com.

Douglas Neil Krisher

Hollywood Actor

Douglas Neil Krisher, Los Angeles, Calif., died Sunday, May 28, 2023.

He was born July 15, 1959, the son of Dorothy Bradley Krisher and Charles K. Krisher, both of whom preceded him in death.

He leaves behind three siblings, Kathy Stutzman of Florida, Deborah Sears of Indiana and William Krisher of Missouri. Another sibling preceded him in death, Janet Beck of Indiana, as well as his beloved dog, JJ.

A graduate of Rochester High School, Rochester, he was active in the drama club. This interest later led to a career as an actor in Hollywood. Doug had a varied career background, serving in the retail and restaurant field as well as an actor. A member of Screen Actors Guild, he appeared in many movies and television shows, which included “The Boy in the Bubble,” “Seabiscuit” and “ER.”

He was an avid fan of the Lakers and enjoyed watching their games, along with Super Bowl games. He and his dog, JJ, were local “celebrities” in their neighborhood from their dog walks.

What was most unique about Doug was his ability to form friendships wherever he went. No one was a stranger around Doug. If he saw someone alone, he would make a point to talk to them and include them. He was known as the event planner among his friends and would organize gettogethers for them.

He was known for his wittiness and acerbic sense of humor. No one had to guess where he stood with Doug. He was known for his stubbornness and resilience which served him well as he battled illness in his last years.

Oscar Lee Burkholder

Oscar Lee Burkholder, 82, Bremen, died at 1:15 a.m. May 27, 2023, in Community Hospital, Bremen, after a massive heart attack.

He was born on Jan. 10, 1941. On Oct. 10, 1963, he married Maude Ellen Hochstetler, she survives.

Also surviving are his sons, Steven (Ruth) Burkholder and Leon (Marlene) Burkholder, both of Bremen, Howard (Shirlene) Burkholder, Rochester, Mervin (Anita) Burkholder, Claypool, and Joseph (Gloria) Burkholder, Middlebury; daughters, Vera (Norman) Miller, Bremen, Karen (Lloyd) Farmwald, Tulsa, Okla., and Anna (Darren) Kemp, Bristol; daughter-in-law, Lorraine Burkholder, Bremen; 49 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Loretta (Eli) Yutzy and Elizabeth (Pheanis) Wickey, both of Bremen.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward J. and Clara Lucille (Schmucker) Burkholder; son, Edward Burkholder; grandson, Myron Miller; sister, Ina Mullet; and brother-in-law, Joni Mullet.

Services were held on May 30, in the Dennis Hochstetler Building, 2735 Birch Road, Bremen, with home ministries of the Old Order Amish Church officiating. Interment took place following the funeral service in Weldy Cemetery, Nappanee.

Gary Allen Price

Gary Allen Price, 65, Warsaw, died on May 28, 2023, peacefully surrounded by his loved ones in his home.

He was born on Oct. 11, 1957. He married Rosemary Schoettner on Dec. 15, 1984, she survives.

He is also survived by his mother, Betty Price-Kindig, Silver Lake; son, Gary (Ellen) Price-Roberts, Missouri; stepchildren, April (Scott) Combs, Akron, Regina Neuendorff and Rickey Ray, Florida; four grandchildren; sisters, Rosey Click, Winona Lake, Tracy (Bryan) Murphy, Akron; brothers, Mike (Nelrose) Price, Greensburg, and Dan (Edna) Kindig, Silver Lake; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Price; sister, Kelly Grossman; and two nieces.

Private services will be held at a later date.

Condolences can be shared at www. TitusFuneralHome.com. Donations to assist the family may be made to Titus Funeral Home, 2000 Sheridan St., Warsaw, IN 46580.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Warsaw.

Carol Ann Waugh

Carol Ann Waugh, 71, South Bend, died on May 30, 2023, in St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka.

She was born on Aug. 15, 1951. On Sept. 28, 1993, she married Frank Waugh, he proceed her in death in 2017.

She is survived by her children, Tena (Todd) Hoffer, Etna Green, Cindy (Dennis) Baker, Pierceton, Steven (Bert) Babendrager, Rochester, and Travis (Jackie) Babendrager, Flint, Mich.; seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and a brother, James Doll, Bourbon. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Paul Doll and Betty Tunis; and three brothers, Joe, Dave and John Doll.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Carol’s Memory to the Animal Welfare League, 1048 325E., Pierceton, IN 46562.

Maple Elizabeth Skiles

Cameron and Aubrey (Laird)

Skiles, Rochester, are the parents of a daughter, Maple Elizabeth, born at 8:03 a.m. May 26, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and

was 20 inches long. Maple joins siblings Athena, 2, and Waylon, 1.

Maternal grandparents, Loren Laird, Warsaw, Ethan and Angela Haines, Rochester; paternal grandparents, Andrew and Michelle Skiles,

Rochester; maternal great-grandparents, Mary Ann and the late Gary Laird, Warsaw, Shirley Gibbons, Rochester, Robert Ault, Rochester; paternal great-grandparents, Virginia and Willard Dilts, Fulton, Joyce and the late James Skiles.

Vivien Ruth Hulmes

Shane and Jennifer, Winamac, are the parents of a daughter, Vivien Ruth, born at 6:24 a.m. May 30, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She weighted 8 pounds, 9.5 ounces, and was 20 1/4 inches long. Vivien joins a sister, Doris.

Per Carol’s wishes, no public services will be held. A private burial will take place at a later date in Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

Johnson Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth was in charge of arrangements.

Linda Louise Blevins

Linda Louise (Mutzl) Blevins, 78, Elkhar t, died at 10:40 a.m. on May 28, 2023, in Elkhart General Hospital, Elkhart.

She was born on May 13, 1945. On Dec. 31, 1988, she married James T. Blevins, he survives.

She is also survived by children, Rhonda Moore, Kimberly (David) Roller, Kokomo, Wendy Hufford, Kokomo, Bobby Best, Elkhart, and Tressie (Mitch) Harrington Elkhart; 22 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and a son-in-law, BJ Smith, Argos.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Louise (Plott) Mutzl; daughter, Ginger Smith; and a brother, Robert Mutzl.

No Services are scheduled at this time.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Elkhart County, 54687 CR 19, Bristol, IN 46507

Arrangements have been entrusted with the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

Marie Annette Hagerman

Marie Annette Hagerman, 71, Winamac, died on Sunday, May 28, 2023.

She was born on Aug. 10, 1971. On Aug. 6, 1970, she married Daniel Lane Hagerman, he survives.

She is also survived by her daughter, Jody Wyant, Elkhart; son,Wyatt Hagerman, Winamac; a grandchild; two great-grandchildren; brother, Julian Carroll Hunnicutt, Jacksonville, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James Frederick and Vivian Clair (Reddick) Hunnicutt; sisters, Evelyn Eloise Harrell, Joyce Faye Kelly, Mary E. Little, Ruby KingPope and Wanda LaFane Whitfield; brothers, James Norman Hunnicutt, Charles A. Hunnicutt and Gerald W. Hunnicutt.

A private Burial will take place at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition), Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses. Online Tributes may be offered at www. frainmortuary.com.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Michael E. Davidson

Michael E. Davidson, 63, Rochester, died at 7:54 a.m. Tuesday, May 30, 2023, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

He was born on Jan. 25, 1960.

He is survived by his children, Kelsey Davidson, Rochester, Kyle Davidson, Indiana, Summer Davidson, Silver Lake, Dustin Davidson, Florida; several grandchildren; father, Russell A. Davidson Sr., Rochester; mother, Janet S. Davidson, Rochester; brother, Russell Davidson Jr., Macy (Nyona Lake); sister, Jolinda (Jason) Anderson, Macy (Nyona Lake).

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

No services are scheduled at this time. Private interment will take place in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester.

Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh. com.

Beth Ann Hilbert Former CNA

Beth Ann Hilbert, 50, Peru, formerly of Rochester, passed away at 8:40 a.m. Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Stillwater Hospice Home, Fort Wayne.

She was born May 6, 1973, in Warsaw, the daughter of Rodger L. and Bonnie S. (Cowen) Sherk.

On Dec. 8, 2007, in Silver Lake, she married John R. Hilbert; he survives.

Beth had worked as a CNA at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Kokomo and at Logansport Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed sewing, country music, loved to show cattle and loved her “fur babies,” Jack and Little Joe.

Survivors include her husband, John R. Hilbert, Peru; sister, Betsy (Sherk) and husband Chris Gardner, Rochester; brother, Ryan (Joanna) Sherk, Columbus; nieces and nephews, Kirsta Gardner and Caleb Gardner, both of Rochester, Charity Sherk, Rochester, Taylor Sherk and Braxton Sherk, Argos.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday, June 9, at Mount Carmel Cemetery, Twelve Mile.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Beth Hilbert Memorial Fund through the funeral home.

Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Alta Rock Madlem Matriarch Of The Family

Alta Rock Madlem, 94, Rochester, passed away at 12:30 a.m. Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

On April 24, 1929, Alta Jane Hittle was born in Rochester to Ralph and Nellie Whitaker Hittle. As one of seven children, she shared her childhood with a twin sister and five brothers. Proudly she graduated with the class of 1948 from Richland Center High School.

Alta and Donald W. Rock were married on June 4, 1950, in Richland Center. They shared 40 years of life’s adventures. From their union came four wonderful children including a daughter, Donna, and three sons, Darl, Richard and John. The family tree has continued to grow with the added blessings of three more generations.

As the matriarch of the family, with a heart for agriculture and a strong work ethic, Alta oversaw the daily operations of the family farm, rising early to milk 60 Holstein cows. Many times their family had another 40 head in the dairy herd, raising them to be their producers of the future. She also made sure the calves, chickens, sheep and rabbits were fed. During harvest time, with fields of corn, soybeans, wheat and hay, she was often found seated atop the Oliver tractor pulling a loaded wagon. She certainly had loaded many wagons as well. Every year Alta planted a big garden to enjoy the fresh vegetables and to can for her family’s wintertime use.

To relax, Alta made rag rugs on a loom that had been her grandmother’s. She had also continued to care for and maintain her mother’s Christmas cactus that had been started in 1948. An avid reader, she especially enjoyed romance novels. Alta was a member of the Green Oak Club and sang in the choir at Macy Christian Church.

Later Alta and John E. Madlem were married on March 12, 2000, in Florida. They shared three years prior to his passing on Dec. 18, 2003.

Left to cherish Alta’s memory are three sons, Darl Rock and wife Janet of Rochester, Richard Rock and wife Jeannie of Grass Creek and John Rock and wife Linda of Twelve Mile; 11 grandchildren, Seth Rock and wife Marianne, Tammy Vigar and husband Steve, Sandy Lunhow and husband Brad, Kelly Wolf, Stacy Nicely and husband James, Jackie Powell and husband Chris, Josh Kirby and wife Brittany, Courtney Kirby, Amy Riley and husband Aaron, Erin Rock and Andrew Rock and wife Maggie; 25 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceding Alta in death are her parents; husband, Don, on July 25, 1990; daughter, Donna Kirby on Nov. 24, 2008; twin sister, Alice Shotts; five brothers, Gerald, Wayne, Raymond, John and Jim; and her canine companion, Harper.

A celebration of the life of Alta Rock Madlem will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 13, at Good Family Funeral Home. Friends may visit with the family from 5-7 p.m. Monday, June 12, and one hour prior to the service Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Richland Center Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Animal Shelter, 1540 Wentzel St., Rochester, IN 46975.

Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to her family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.

Edward W. Gates

Edward W. Gates, 91, Rochester , died at 12:35 a.m., Saturday, June 3, 2023 in his home.

Graveside Services with Military Rites will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Bruce Lake.

Donald G. Moon

Retired From Bendix Corporation

Donald G. Moon, 95, Greenwood, who spent his childhood in Fulton County, passed away peacefully Monday morning, May 29, 2023, at Greenwood Village South Retirement Community in Greenwood.

Born on Dec. 19, 1927, in Mishawaka, Donald George Moon was the treasured youngest son of Charles and Elgie Ipes Moon. Growing up he shared his childhood with five sisters and three brothers. He graduated from Kewanna High School with the class of 1947 and shortly thereafter served with the Indiana National Guard.

On Nov. 10, 1951, Don and Emma McDonald were married in Mishawaka and had one daughter, Judy, born in 1955. Don worked for the Bendix Corporation in South Bend for 33 years, retiring in 1980. He was also an F & AM Mason, a member of the Council Oak Lodge 745 of South Bend.

Don and Emma moved from South Bend to Mount Vernon Retirement Community, Bradenton, Fla., in 1984. In his retirement, he and Emma enjoyed socializing with many good friends. Don also enjoyed lending a helping hand to neighbors. He was a talented handyman who could fix just about anything.

A few years after Emma’s passing in 2019, Don made the move to Greenwood Village South Retirement Community in Greenwood. He spent the last remaining years of his life spending time with his daughter, Judy, and his grandchildren, Benjamin, Matthew and Jessica.

Left to cherish Don’s memory are his daughter, Judy Moon of Greenwood; three grandchildren, Benjamin Zitzer, Matthew Zitzer and Jessica Zitzer (Frank Thames); sister, Thelma Frettinger, Rochester; brother, William “Bill” Moon, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding Don in death are his parents; beloved wife, Emma, on Feb. 9, 2019; four sisters, Donnabelle Hoff, Hattie Baldwin, Agatha Marsh and Ethel Mathias; and two Moon brothers, Charles and Lee.

A celebration of the life of Donald George Moon immediately followed the 11 a.m. Masonic service Saturday, June 3, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends visited with the family from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service. Interment was in Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Shriner’s Childrens Hospital, 2900 N. Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.

Online expressions of sympathy may be made to his family at www.goodfamilyfh.com.

Jim Bob Ewen Life Well Lived

Jim Bob Ewen, 80, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 8:07 a.m. Saturday, June 3, 2023, at his home.

On April 14, 1943, James Robert Ewen was born in Fulton County. He was the treasured son of Howard and Marguerite Moore Ewen. Proudly he graduated from Rochester High School with the class of 1961. At age 16, he received his pilot’s license as the youngest in the state of Indiana. Continuing his education, he studied aviation management at Central Texas College. Answering the call of patriotism, Jim served with the United States Marine Corp and was honorably discharged.

In Kokomo, Jim and Karen L. Halfast were married on Aug. 24, 1969. They shared 46 years of life’s adventures. From their union came a handsome son, Garrett. They enjoyed many spring break trips to Florida. As captain of the Mastercraft, Jim took Garrett and his buddies water skiing and tubing on the lake.

The Ewen family returned to Texas while working for Burton Mechanical Contractors/National Homes from 1969-1975. Jim was honored to fly former President Lyndon B. Johnson and family to assigned destinations. Returning to Rochester, Jim joined the Rochester Police Department from 1978-1989 to serve the community he loved.

Jim was appointed as the chief pilot for Air-Vac and was also involved in management of the Fulton County Airport that evolved to a jetport during his tenure. His memberships include F&AM Masonic Lodge, Mizpah Shrine Club of Fort Wayne and the Mentone Flying Club. Jim’s favorite plane was the P-51 Mustang.

On Sept. 14, 2019, Jim and Mila Barts were married at Lake Manitou. They enjoyed spending time on the lake and cruising on the pontoon. Both Jim and Mila liked to go camping in the RV to a variety of destinations in Michigan.

Left to cherish Jim’s memory are his wife, Mila; son, Garrett Ewen and wife Kim of Granger; blended family, Lindsay Barts, Dr. Caitlin Rich and husband Mike, Clinton Barts and wife Leigh; grandchildren, Caden Ewen, Gavin Ewen, Linzie Ewen, Eleanor Rich, Maverick Rich, Jacqueline Barts and Bonnie Barts; brothers-in-law, Greg and Jean Halfast, Rick and Lynne Halfast; sister-in-law, Trillia Gearhart; nieces and nephews, Eric Halfast, Alicia Scorsone, Danleigh Kaplan, Lauran Pierce, Ashley Craft and husband Chris, Cory Gearhart and wife Ashley and Emily Gearhart; and two feline companions, Sissy and Rocky.

Preceding Jim in death are his parents and wife Karen on Feb. 9. 2016.

Shelley R. Foster

Shelley R. Foster, 54, died on May 27, 2023.

He was born on Oct. 14, 1968.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

A Masonic service for James Robert Ewen will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 8, followed by the celebration of life service at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends may visit with the family from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Lake Manitou Association, P.O. Box 376, Rochester, IN 46975.

Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to his family at www. goodfamilyfh.com.

C OUNTY R EPORT

Court News Circuit Court

The following petitions have been filed in Fulton Circuit Court, Judge Arthur Christopher Lee presiding:

Complaints

PCA Acquisitions V LLC v. Sarah Jolley, Rochester, $2,642.11.

Plenary

Prairie Mills Products LLC v. Western Food LLC, California, seeking compensation for damages.

Superior Court

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

Complaints

Mariner Finance LLC v. Michael Weathers, Rochester, $14,007.93. Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Danielle Morgan, Valparaiso, $9,296.55. Plenary Rochester Iron & Metal Inc. v. Schlipp and Sons LLC and Ryan Schlipp, seeking compensation for damages.

Traffic Violations

The following fines and levies were paid in Fulton County courts: Speeding — Edgar Moore, Ko-

komo, $171; Lilian Ferrill, South Bend, $160.50; Joshua Dalbano, Greencastle, $160.50; Issace Mitchell, South Bend, $150.50; Dale Blakley, Niles, Mich., $150.50; Reegan Leeper, West Lafayette, $192.50; Erin Thompson, Indianapolis, $160.50; Julia Langley, Rochester, $155; Shirlene Burkholder, Rochester, $192.50.

Driving While Suspended — Keith Lebo, Rochester, $160.50.

Driving While Suspended and Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Financial Responsibility — Tyana Lindley, Peru, $196.

No Valid Driver’s License — Jason Gibbons, Rochester, $160.50. Disregarding an Official

Traffic Control Device — Evan Katschke, Rochester, $160.50.

Marriage Licenses

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

Fisher-Maxson

Brian Fisher, 28, Rochester, and Amber Maxson, 37, Rochester.

Davis-Marden

Nathan Davis, 32, Akron, and Erin Marden, 42, Akron.

Lena-Orduno

Guiseppe Lena, 25, Covington, Ga., and Yadira Orduno, 25, Rochester.

Honor rolls listed for Rochester Middle School

Rochester Middle School has announced its honor rolls for the fourth grading period of the 20222023 school year. A Honor Roll

Seventh grade — Madeline Ella Bailon, Alison Nicole Bauman, Bentley Edward Blackburn, Cayden Andrew Caudill, Mitchell William Clark, McKynlee Rae Dickson, Elise Renee Enyart, Ella Jo Frounfelter, Quinn Harper Gruss, Adison Nicole Hayes, Meagan Rene Kreft, Meagan Rene Kreft, Abbygail Jean Lowry, Grayson David Miller, Jayla Marie Miller, Molly Marianne Moore, Reagan Jo Perry, Riplee McKenna Snyder, Ellie Michelle Straeter, Amara Nichole Wieringa and Aiden Dean Wilson.

Sixth grade — Brooklynn Jane Baine, Hope Elizabeth Baugh, Alexis Lorraine Black, Corbin Lee Boldry, Grant Eli Bolinger, Lyla Lynn Bowers, Sophia Rose Clapper, Alexandria Aria Cortes-Gustafson, Emma Ann Dunfee, Ali Breanne Field, Adalyn Marie Gonzalez, Shelby Linnea Haselby, Ainsley Piper Horvath, Cayden Wayne Jackson and Cassandra Rose Kiilsgaard.

Also Van Grafton Kiser, Jacob David Lawson, Madelyn G Maclain, Evan Lee Maroney, Daniela Cristina Ochoa, Mason Andrew Oliver, Evan Lee Pearson, Ayven Raine Porter, Haylee Marie Shuck, Taya Akello Tindi, Jaide Marie Trot-

tier, Chloie Michelle Tyler, Tyson Michael Wachtmann, James Oscar Wells, Mackenzie Marie Widman and Camden Blair Zink.

Fifth grade — Lindy I. Armstrong, Charlotte Louise Backus, Grayson Lane Bowyer, Brantley Joseph Burkett, Kenna Lee Calvert, Cash Paul Casper, Katelyn Cheyenne Conliff, Korbyn Ian Crossland, Warner Thomas Joseph Michael DuBois, Lucas Wayne Enyart, Jackson Carl Howard, Hailey Mae Howell, Elijah Thomas Kreighbaum, Blade Cooper Miller-Reffitt, Ella Sophia Papandria, Alexander Jay Schwarte, Abraham James Seward, Piper Nicole Snyder, Makayla Rose Walley and Macie Grayce Widman.

A/B Honor Roll

Seventh grade — Emily Grace Atkins, Trinity Melannie Baine, Sophie Noelle Beehler, Morgan Isabell Bitterling, Alejandro Chapman, Kyla Breann Conley, Eliezer Cuadrado-Diaz, Eliezer CuadradoDiaz, Braxtyn Shayne Cunningham, Joshua Daniel DeSonia, Kayla Danica Doss, Aaron Christopher Furrow, Jaser Liam Garrett, Anna Grace Griggs, Jeffrey Taylor Howard and Abby Marie Jimenez.

Also Tony Joseph Kiggins, Brayden Lee Kiss, Molly Kathryn Leslie, Emma Grayce Mathias, Sylvia Ann McCall, Grant James McGlothin, Evan Michael Perdue, Continued on page 7

Rochester City Pool relieves the heat

The week after Memorial Day was a scorcher, with temperatures reaching into the 90s on multiple days. This may explain Rochester City Pool’s recordbreaking attendance on Tuesday, May 30, when, according to Pool Managers Ethan Trottier, 240 people came for a cool-off, and he predicted more in the coming days.

“This week has been busy,” agreed Melody Hisey, a secondyear lifeguard, as she surveyed the water and cautioned youngsters in a hurry to get back to the diving board.

Trottier also noted some pool upgrades, which he said are “making our jobs a lot easier,” such as an entirely new filter and pump system. The kiddie pool has also been improved with a new sprinkler, and icecream is now available at the concession stand. “We’re looking forward to having a great summer,” he said.

Entrance to the pool is $4, with no charge for children 3 years of age and under. Season

Honor

Continued from page 6

Zeckiel David Perez-Rosario, Azaria Alynn Roze Ploetz, Grant Marshall Reese, Summer Jewel Tyler, Ariah Rayne Upp, Bahyla Mae Vanderwall, Ashley Dawn Warren, Linden Dean Wilburn, Derek Robert Wortley and Addisyn Mary Zimmerman.

Sixth grade — Carter David Bauman, Caden Lee Biernacki, Carlisle Alexander Clark, Gabriel Dean Cowles, Gavin Scott Fincher, Brooklyn Leann Gard, Mayla Leighann Gentry, Gavin Matthew Good, Wyatt Allen Denzel Gressley, Audrey Renee Guard, Addyson Noel Hake, Angel Maree Hayes, Andres Antonio Hernandez, Benjamin Noble Hopkins, Tanner Lee Horn and Serenity Deen Howard.

Also Elena Veronica Hyde, Maria Guadalupe Jimenez, Alayna Nicole Jones, Taylor Renee Jones, Carole Sophia Mae Kapp, Mackenzie Danielle Kuhnz, Drew Patrick Lawson, Peyton N. Leasure, Kyleigh Madison Little, Alexis Nichole Lloyd, Landon Mathew Markley, Memphis James Miller, Aisley Elaine Montel, Eli Robert Murphy, Blayke Logan Nelson and Conner James Overmyer.

Also Kala Marie Baugh Owens, Kennedy Monroe Parry, Shelby May Pearson, Leonel Alonso Plascencia, Lucas Mossimo Scorsone, Cami Lanae Small, Ayden Joseph Smith, Bailey Jade Smith, Chevy John Gaige Swank, Arabella Rose Taylor, Xakkary Morrison Taylor, Waylon Floyd Thomas, Layla Joy Tyler, Jahliah Mia Velez, Hailey Renae Warren and Wade Garrett Wheadon.

Fifth grade — Kylie M Agui-

passes are $45 for individuals, and family passes may be purchased for $40 per person.

Rochester City Pool is located at 701 E. 6th St. on the northeast

lar, Dawson O. Beehler, Vada Mae

Biernacki, Zoey E. Blakesley, Ashlyn Rae Bradley, Hayley Michelle Bright, Baylee Elzabeth Brown, Alyssa Michelle Clapper, Jaslyn Macie Dell, Lucinda Dawn Dyson, Kinley Sue Flory, Richelle Lei Fogelsanger, Alaina Garrison, Jordan Edgar Gonzalez, Zandra

Laine Handy, Riley Kay Harding and Ayden Joseph Jaeger.

Also Ella Rayne Jenkins, Seth

Don’t walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don’t walk behind me, I may not lead; Walk beside me, and just be my friend. — Albert Camus

side of Rochester bordering the Round Barn Golf Club course. More information is available at (574) 223-6069 or rochester. in.us/topic/index.php?topicid=25

Allen Jewell, Kevin Bryan Jones, Sarai Lopez, Rilee Jean Lucker, Kinlee Monroe McKee, Lillian April Merideth, Asher Allen James Merrill, Kaylynn Baylee Miller, Addisyn Grace Osburn, Braxton Donald-Harold Raska, Chesney Faye Samuels, Morgan Jade Simpson, Alexis Eliza Springer, Elijah Eric Straeter, Gavin Levi Sutton and Wynter Leigh White.

Updates and happenings

The Fulton County Assessor will be available 4:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, at the Fulton County Assessor’s Office, 129 E. 9th St., Rochester, to answer property value tax questions and for the purpose of appealing your assessment. Appointments are not required. For more information, call (574) 223-2801.

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ProPEL US 31 Public Meeting, 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, in the Rochester Community High School, 1645 S. Park Road, Rochester. Hear study update information and share your feedback.

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Grass Creek Lions Club, all-youcan-eat fish and chicken fry, 4:30-7 p.m. Thursday, June 8, in the Grass Creek Fire Station, 7309 S. SR 17, Kewanna. Prepared by Dan’s Frying Service. Tickets $12, $6 for ages 6-12. All proceeds go to state and local projects. Dine-in or carry-out available.

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C&M Circus, Friday, June 9. Two shows, 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., under a circus big top, Argos Community Park. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit cm-circus. square.site.

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Woodlawn Hospital, blood drive, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, June 9. Each donor receives a ticket for admis-

sion to Cedar Point, Kings Island or other Cedar Fair theme parks. Donors must be 16 or older and have an ID with a birthdate. Donors 16 years of age need a guardian-signed permission slip at the time of donation.

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Luau, 4-6 p.m. Friday, June 9, The Outlet Center, 491 Apache Drive, Rochester. Food and activities will be provided. All kids, youth and families are invited to join. The Outlet Center will host several free events this summer throughout the community.

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Free live music with The HWY 30 band, 6-9 p.m. Friday, June 9, at the Community Park, downtown Akron. Check out carry-out specials from local restaurants and be sure to bring a lawn chair.

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“Summerween” Halloween celebration by Pixie Smash Forge, 3 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 435 N. Northwest St., Winamac. Expect a costume contest, knife making, face painting, melon carving and the Tacos and Tarot food truck.

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Free Boater Education Class, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 10, the Moose Lodge 1107, Rochester. Lunch will be provided. For more information, call (574) 835-1219 or (574) 952-1816.

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Annual Fulton County Historical Power Show, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 9-10. Toy show, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 11, Fulton County Historical Society grounds, 4 miles north of Rochester on U.S. 31. Tractor pulls, barrel train rides, children’s games, demonstrations, food and craft vendors, parade and more. Admission $3, ages 12 and older Friday and Saturday, free Sunday for the toy show. For more information, call (574) 223-4436 or (574) 835- 5116 or visit fultoncountyhistory.org.

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Keepers of the Kingdom Vacation Bible School, 5:30-8 p.m., June 1216, Riverview Community Church, 3780 SR 110, Tippecanoe. Ages 4-12. For more information, call (574) 952-6386 or (574) 223-5596.

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Happenings in the Fulton County Public Library, Rochester:

Understanding the A, B, C, D of Medicare, Wednesday, June 7, 10 a.m. to noon; knitting/crocheting group, 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 7; Stress Management and Biofeedback Series, 6 p.m. Thursday, June 8; Fraud Prevention, 2-3 p.m. Fri-

day, June 9; Fabric Sunflower Collage Makerspace, noon to 3 p.m.

Saturday, June 10; Lake City Bank

Financial Wellness 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Monday, June 12, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Board of Trustees Meeting, 6 p.m.

Monday, June 12, and 10 a.m.

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Fulton Liberty Lions Club, “Sponsor Night,” 4-10 p.m. Monday, June 12, at the Dairy Queen, Rochester. All proceeds will help fund the annual Fulton Fun Day Festival scheduled for August 5.

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Twists & Turns Vacation Bible School, 9-11:30 a.m., MondayFriday, June 12-16, First Baptist Church, 1000 Main St., Rochester, ages 4-12. Registration is available at fbc46975.org/twiststurnsvbs. For more information, call (574) 7218544.

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Caston School Corporation, free breakfast, 7:30-8:30 a.m. and free lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., May 30 to June 30, in the Caston School Cafe. Anyone age 18 or younger is welcome. For more information, call Alysha Marrs at (574) 598-8000, ext. 327, or email marrsa@caston. k12.in.us.

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Fulton County Public Library, in cooperation with Rochester Community Schools, is providing meal options for families during the summer break, noon to 1 p.m. MondayFriday, June 5 to July 21. Free for kids 18 and younger and a fee of $2 for adults. Food must be consumed on premises. For more information, call (574) 223-2713.

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The Fulton County Animal Center, 1540 Wentzel St., Rochester, offers a Foster to Adopt program that lets potential new pet parents “try” a new pet for two weeks to see if the person and pet are a good fit. For more information, visit fultoncoanimalcenter.org.

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United We Stand Ministries Food Pantry of Akron, located behind the Viking Food grocery store, is open 2-4 p.m. every Thursday. Parking is available in front of Akron United Methodist Church or in the church’s parking lot. The food pantry is free when you qualify and live in Henry or Newcastle Township, with a once-a-month visit limit. Diapers, toothpaste, eggs, meat, cereal, spices and toilet paper are among some of the items available at the walk-through pantry. The best time to stop with little waiting is 3:15 p.m. For more information, call (574) 505-0392.

Fulton County Historical Power Show

June 9-10, 2023

Hours: 9 a.m. to 8

June

The importance of pooping

few. On the opposite side, an infection such as Clostridium difficile, or taking too much magnesium may be the culprit.

Editor’s Note: Phyllis Ingham is a Family Nurse Practitioner for Woodlawn Health.

I have been titled “The Angel of Poop,” which should clue you into the fact that I am not afraid to discuss “dirty things.” A patient recently told me, “I can’t go.” Like go where? “You know, I can’t have a bowel movement. Can you give me something?” Unfortunately, this is a conversation that happens too often. So let me give you the basics, so you can play an active part in determining the cause of your bowel complaint.

Pooping is important! Notice how many times a week you have a bowel movement. If less than three per week, or more than two per day, the situation needs investigation. Issues can range from chronic constipation to bowel blockage if you have too

Look at your poop! The color may range from a very light clay to a tarry black. Each color along the spectrum indicates a different disease process. It is a very important clue for your health care provider to decide what is going wrong and to develop a plan of care. For example, light colored feces may be the result of blockage of the gallbladder. The bile stored creates the normal brown color if the organ is working correctly. Dark red or bright red color may indicate a lower gastrointestinal bleed, such as a diverticular or hemorrhoid bleed. On the flip side, the black, tarry stool can be the result of an upper GI bleed, such as an ulcer. It takes eight to 10 hours in the gastrointestinal tract to turn bright red blood to that nasty black.

The consistency of bowel movement is important too. For those

associated with bowel movement? Among the most frequent are cases of diarrhea immediately after eating greasy or spicy food. Again, the gallbladder may be the problem. Do you have problems after eating certain foods, especially bread or

milk? Does stress influence your bowel habits?

Ultimately, rely on your provider to be your partner for better health. Be brave! Have those conversations that no one wants to discuss. You deserve to feel better.

Turkey Shoots 2023

Sunday, June 11th

of you who are fans of Dr. Google, research “Bristol Scale.” This is a poop scale with numbers assigned from one, which is hard constipated poop, to seven, which is diarrhea. There is one done with candy as the model for kids. Finally, think about any associated symptoms such as belching, bloating or increased flatus (gas). Note any pain and where it is located. Is there a pattern

We would personally like to “Thank You” for your support and any contribution that you made towards the Fireworks celebration of last years’ 2022 event. It was a great success!

This year we are observing Independence Day on Monday, July 3, 2023

Castles of New York • October 16-20, 2023

The cost is $925/person (based on double occupancy) and includes all lodging and transportation, 8 meals, visits to Boldt Castle, Singer Castle, Wing’s Castle, a stop at Millbrook Vineyards and Winery including wine tasting, a cruise on the St. Lawrence River, a guided tour of the New York State Capital building, and a souvenir gift. We still have seats available.

See The Hallelujah Girls at The Beef House

Saturday, October 28, 2023

This fun day trip departs from Rochester and costs $120/person. It includes transportation, a delicious meal at The Beef House, and ticket to see a performance of The Hallelujah Girls.

Christmas in Branson • December 4-7, 2023

This trip’s agenda includes all lodging and transportation, 8 meals, tickets to performances by Clay Cooper, SIX, Hamners Variety Show, and Queen Esther (at the Sights & Sounds Theater), plus stops at the Auto & Farm Museum, and the Aquarium at the Boardwalk. A $100 non-refundable deposit will hold your seat, with the balance due by Oct. 6, 2023. Trip cost = $799 (based on dbl. occ.).

Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice • March 6-12, 2024

Trip highlights include all lodging & transportation, 7 meals, guided city tour of Reykjavik, excursions to see volcanoes, waterfalls, geysers, and geothermal activity, possible Northern Lights sightings from Reykjanes Peninsula (weather permitting), entrance to the Blue Lagoon, Thingvellir National Park, and more! Call for pricing.

Canadian Rockies by Rail • September 15-22, 2024

This breathtaking trip includes all lodging & transportation, 14 meals, tour of Calgary including Calgary Tower, visits to Heritage Park, Banff National Park, gondola ride at Sulphur Mountain, Lake Louise, 2 days on board the Rocky Mountaineer train, scenic Kamloops, panoramic tour of Vancouver, Museum of Anthropology, Gulf of Georgia Cannery, and a lunch cruise through the Indian Arm mountain fjord aboard the Harbour Princess. Call for pricing.

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Garage Sales A070

ANNUAL GARAGE SALE, 1409 Main St., Rochester, 9th/10th, 8:30-?

THREE FAMILY GARAGE SALE! Lots of stuff! 591 Apache Drive, next to Youth Outlet! Saturday 9am-2pm.

1200 JEFFERSON ST., Rochester, Friday/Saturday 8am-late afternoon. Clothes, household items, pellet stove, furniture and lots of miscellaneous.

8AM-3PM, JUNE 10. Lots of handyman items, plumbing, plywood, wiring; new 6 ft. baseboard heater, misc. 2116 Fords Court, Rochester.

Garage Sales A070

HUGE YARD SALE, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9am-6pm. Lots of old and new items plus registered AKC Golden Retriever puppies. 4959N SR 25, Rochester.

HUGE! Multi-family garage sale! 15472 N. Pleasant Hill Road, Akron. June 9-11, Friday 7am-7pm, Saturday 7am-5pm, Sunday 10am-3pm. Baby-adult clothing, tools, hardware, toys, bikes, tons of miscellaneous.

GARAGE SALE! 1815 Park Rd., Rochester. Saturday 8am-4pm; Sunday 8am-2pm. Salamander, tools, kayak, fishing lures, camping, crafts, home items, toys, adult and kids clothes. Lots of miscellaneous!

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Rochester Spring Sports Recap: Keranko advances to state in 800 meters

Editor’s Note: Val Tsoutsouris is sports editor for Rochester Telephone Co. and write the Val T Sports blog at rtc4sports.com.

Boys track Rochester senior R.J. Keranko is headed to the IHSAA boys track state finals. Keranko, a senior, earned his state spot by finishing third in the 800 meters at the Warsaw regional in 1:58.86 Thursday. The time was also a new personal best. His previous best was a 1:59.26 at the 2022 regional at Goshen.

Keranko is state-bound for the first time. He won his second straight sectional title last week in 2:02.18.

Keranko’s third-place finish was worth six team points, and Rochester finished in a tie for 23rd.

The top three finishers in each event plus those meeting a difficult qualifying standard advanced to state.

The Robert C. Haugh Track and Field Complex on the Indiana University campus in Bloomington will host the state finals at 3 p.m. Friday. Keranko is scheduled to run at approximately 7:45 p.m.

Keranko came into the regional as the No. 13 seed. He finished eighth at the 2022 regional, but six of the seven runners who finished ahead of him graduated. The

one runner who finished ahead of him last year who did not graduate was Northridge’s Jaxon Miller, and Miller won his second straight regional title in 1:55.55.

Penn junior Hudson Kaser edged Keranko for second in 1:58.38. Keranko beat Northwestern’s Colin Feazel (1:59.21) for the last state spot. South Bend Adams’ Bol Agwick was fifth in 1:59.71.

Keranko is the first Rochester boy to qualify for state in the 800 since Wesley Meyer won the 2016 Warsaw regional in 1:56.80. Keranko will be the No. 24 seed out of 27 runners at state.

The other Rochester athlete to compete was senior Chris Rohr, who took 14th in the 3,200 in 10:28.74. Rohr had run a 10:29.97 at the sectional.

Rochester was listed as a “did not finish” in the 4 x 800 relay.

Girls track

Senior Zoe Seward accounted for Rochester’s lone point by placing eighth in the 3,200 meters in 11:55.13 at the Goshen regional May 23. This time was 22 seconds faster than her sectional time at Bremen on May 16 and 39 seconds faster than her time at the Three Rivers Conference meet.

This closed out Seward’s prep running career. She will run for the University of Southern Indiana in the fall.

Meanwhile, Macie Nelson finished in a tie for 10th in the pole vault with a clearance of 9-0 in

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her final meet. This broke Nelson’s personal best. Nelson vaulted 8-6 at the Bremen sectional.

Baseball

Combining plate discipline, power and pitching, the Rochester baseball team beat Manchester 17-2 in five innings and gave coach Cory Good a milestone win in a Class 2A, Sectional 36 semifinal at Wabash’s Chris Rood Field Saturday.

Tanner Reinartz led Rochester by going 2 for 3 with three RBIs at the plate, including a two-run double in the second inning that gave the Zebras a 5-0 lead. Carson Paulik opened the scoring with an RBI single in the first, and he finished with two RBIs.

In all, eight different Rochester players had a hit, and eight different players had an RBI. In addition to Reinartz, Tarick McGlothin and Jake Seuferer also had two hits each. Paulik, Brayden Zink, Ethan Medina, Gavin Young and Zakk Parks had one hit each.

The Zebras also drew nine walks with senior Luke Hunting drawing four.

“We’re not just trying to get a hit or hit the ball,” Good said. “We’re trying to hit the ball hard. And when we can stay disciplined at the plate and make sure that’s our approach, we do damage, and we

did that really well today.”

Meanwhile, three different pitchers combined on a five-hitter. Aaron Huffman struck out six in three innings for the win, and relievers Zink and McGlothin each pitched one perfect inning with two strikeouts to finish the game.

Softball

Corrin Combs homered and drove in five runs, and Emma Goodman had two hits and three RBIs for the Winamac softball team in a 9-5 win over Rochester in a Class 2A, Sectional 37 quarterfinal at Rochester’s Fansler Field Monday.

McKenzie Hinz pitched an eighthitter for the win in the circle. She beat Rochester for the second time this season, also beating them 9-8 in a regular season meeting on April 11.

Winamac improved to 18-9 and earned a semifinal meeting with Pioneer at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Seniors Kylie Coleman, Sydney Haughs and Kallie Watson had two hits each, but all three saw their prep softball careers end. Haughs had two doubles and two RBIs, and Watson also had an RBI. Coleman also had two doubles. Rochester finished 15-7. They have not won a softball sectional title since 2012.

Lewis Cass defeated Pioneer

15-5 on Thursday to win the sectional crown. Boys golf

The Rochester boys golf team lost to Lewis Cass 177-178 in their regular season finale over the front nine at Round Barn Golf Club at Mill Creek Thursday.

Noah Riffle was the medalist with a 39, and fellow junior J.R. McLochlin was right behind him with a 40. Drew Strasser added a 46, Brock Bowers had a 53, Kaeven Brown had a 61, and Parker Brown had a 68.

Strasser, Kaeven Brown and Bowers are the team’s three seniors.

Rochester also shot a teamlow 157 for nine holes in a match against Twin Lakes, Logansport and Winamac at Dykeman Park Golf Course in Logansport on May 23. Twin Lakes won with a 145. Rochester was second, Logansport was third with a 166, and Winamac was fourth with a 206.

Riffle led Rochester with a 35, Strasser and McLochlin each had a 40, and freshman Ashton Musselman had a 42. Wesley Meadows and Enrique Navarro each added a 47, Davis Renie had a 49, and Robert Bozzo had a 52.

Rochester will return to Dykeman Park for the sectional at 9:30 a.m. Friday.