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Park It with the Foundation celebrates link between community foundation, county parks

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By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

The Fulton County Community Foundation has granted more than $425,000 for Fulton County Parks over the years.

Fulton County Parks and Recreation Board President Bill Morton pointed that out during the FCCF’s Park It with the Foundation event

Tuesday, June 4. It was held at Richland Restoration Nature Park and the Fulton County Bark Park, a dog park, off CR 450N north of Rochester.

The event was meant to bring awareness to the county parks system and highlight work completed thanks to FCCF funding.

Fulton County Community Foundation Director of Development Brian Johnson said it’s the first time the foundation’s had Park It with the Foundation.

“There’s a lot of people who don’t even know this place exists, and if they do, they may know that the dog park exists, but they don’t know what else is here, so there’s a total of 60 acres on this property that’s a really neat space,” he said.

“We’ve got four really cool parks in the county, and one of them is really visible and the other three are just kind of off the beaten path if you don’t know where they are,” added Johnson.

The others are Prairie Edge Nature Park, Germany Bridge County Park and Aubbeenaubbee Landing.

The FCCF most recently gave monies to Richland Restoration for several elements, including another pavilion, parking spaces and more, said Johnson.

He and Morton said there were more plans for Richland Restoration.

“The phase that they’re kind of in right now is actually building trails (by putting in markers and maps),” said Johnson. “There’s discussion about some potential extra accessibility areas throughout the park as well.”

He noted it was awesome that a former landfill has been transformed into a county park.

Johnson noted the event was also “to brag a little bit about people (who’ve) helped make this space happen.”

Those include Emerald Blankenship, one of several Fulton

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PARK IT WITH THE FOUNDATION

The Fulton County Community Foundation had Park It with the Foundation at Richland Restoration Nature Park and the Fulton County Bark

Park on CR 450N outside Rochester Tuesday, June 4. The event was meant to bring awareness to the county parks system and highlight work completed thanks to FCCF funding.

ENJOYING THE BARK PARK Rhonda Johnson and her dogs Spock, left, and BellaMae enjoyed the Fulton County Bark Park during the Fulton County Community Foundation’s Park It with the Foundation Tuesday, June 4.

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Retired RHS art teacher Schaeffer — Art skills can be used throughout life

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Sandi Schaeffer believes art skills taught to students at a young age may be used throughout life.

“I want the kids to understand how you can use this the rest of your life,” she said. “You can use it in decorating your home. You can use it as just enjoying something outside of your workplace.”

Teaching is in her blood, with her late grandmother and father both being educators.

Schaeffer, Mentone, recently retired after a 26-year career teaching art. All but a half-year of it was spent with Rochester Community Schools.

Her father, Forst Dunnuck, served as the first principal at Tippecanoe Valley High School from where Schaeffer graduated.

He “encouraged” her also entering the field of education, said Schaeffer.

“I knew I wanted to do something in art,” said Schaeffer. “I thought I like art, and I think I want to teach that because artists don’t always make it ... Most of my family had all gone to Purdue (University), so because my dad had been a teacher and a principal, he encouraged that direction.”

Schaeffer got her Bachelor of Arts in art from Purdue and her Master of Education from Indiana University.

She taught for a half year right out of college at TVHS to cover maternity leave for her own high school art teacher, Jan Mills.

Schaeffer then taught at Rochester Middle School for 10 years before taking a break to focus on her family.

She and her husband, Jon, who will be married 39 years next month, had adopted their son, Paul, from Russia before she gave birth to their daughter, Sydney.

Sandi was a stay-at-home mom for 12 years, subbing with the Tippecanoe Valley School Corp. during that time.

Rochester Community Schools then contacted Sandi

about an opening.

“At the time, they had a lot of new teachers, and they wanted somebody experienced,” she said.

She was the RMS art teacher again “for about six or seven years” before she also became the Rochester High School art teacher as that spot was vacant.

“Then finally they did some more rearranging and then in the last four or five years, I’ve been just at the high school all year,” she said. “I really have enjoyed the high school kids. I think I was meant to teach high school all those years.”

She said she’d miss most “the

relationships with the students.”

Sandi also said she’d miss her colleagues, but not rising early for class.

She said she’s going to help care for family members now that she’s retired.

Art is also going to be part of Sandi’s retirement.

She enjoys drawing and painting and wants to work with stained glass. She said she may also help her former student, Tessa Brooks, with her Elemental Art Studio.

She’d encourage others to become art teachers because they get to “experience all of the art mediums” through class. Sandi noted other perks were getting the summers off and people potentially having the same schedule as their school-aged kids.

Sandi said art is everywhere.

“I tell kids all the time every place you look, anything that has been made, an artist has designed it,” she said. “From chairs to tables to what you are wearing, everything an artist has designed, so it’s not just appreciating going to an art museum. It’s you have it. You’re wearing it. You see it everywhere. So, I do have a passion to try to get that across to kids.”

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TEACHING ART FOR LIFE Rochester High School art teacher, Sandi Schaeffer, is shown in her classroom. She recently retired after a 26-year career. Photo provided by Sandi Schaeffer.

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County Leadership Academy members from a prior class, who came up with the Bark Park. It opened two years ago.

Continued from page 1 Jay Albright, who serves as the executive director of the Northern Indiana Community Foundation, under whose umbrella the FCCF exists, noted parks are “a quality of life issue.”

Blankenship said county parks “really strengthen the community.”

“When people don’t know that those things exist, it makes it harder for someone like the community foundation or a smaller group like us to fundraise for those types of things and bring amenities to the community, so when people know about them and use them, then they continue to be supported,” she said.

“If we’re going to keep the

young kids in town or around town, dog parks are a big thing and parks are a big thing,” he said.

People are welcome to donate for county parks through the FCCF with current matching grant funds available.

Lloyd S. McCray U.S. Army Veteran

Lloyd S. McCray, 92, Rochester, passed away at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, June 2, 2024, at his residence.

Lloyd was born on April 9, 1932, in Cissna Park, Ill., the son of Henry Earl and Alta (Kimble) McCray. He served with the United States Army during the Korean War. On March 28, 1953, in Goodwine, Ill., he married Wilma P. McCray. She preceded him in death on Jan. 4, 2015.

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Larry Heater

Avid Woodworker

Larry Heater, 73, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 11:35 a.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Health Care of Delphi.

On Nov. 17, 1950, Larry Richard was born in Winamac to Alfred Lee and Lois Ann Bishop Heater. Proudly he graduated from Caston High School with the class of 1969. Growing up he shared his childhood with two brothers.

Raymond Adams

Raymond Adams, 89, Akron, died June 3, 2024, at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw.

After his military service ended, Lloyd worked as a general and farm implement mechanic. In 1967, Lloyd went to work for Minneapolis-Moline as a service representative and retired in 1996 as the service representative supervisor for White Farm Equipment. As a service representative, Lloyd traveled internationally and held service schools in several countries. After he retired from White Farm Equipment, he worked as a general mechanic for various local farm implement shops, finally retiring for good in 2004. He was a member of the First Baptist Church. When not working, Lloyd enjoyed tinkering and repairing anything mechanical, as well as remodeling and updating the family home.

Survivors include his daughter, Melody (Greg) Dalton, Fulton; sons, Melvin “Skip” (Cindy) McCray, Rochester, and Kevin (Debbie) McCray, Bedford; grandchildren, Walter (Michelle) Dalton, Kewanna, Brad (Jody) Dalton, Fulton, Nickie Meredith, Warsaw, Joshua McCray, Akron, and Evan McCray, Bedford. He was preceded in death by his sister, Avis McCray; and brothers, Glenn McCray and Floyd McCray.

Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, June 7, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends called from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, June 7, at the funeral home. Burial followed in the Fulton Cemetery, Fulton, where military graveside services were conducted by the Fulton County Veteran’s Honor Guard.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church.

Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Annie Harris MacDonald Retired School Teacher

Annie “Laura” Harris MacDonald, 93, Rochester, passed away peacefully at 3:06 a.m. Friday, May 31, 2024, at her residence.

She was born Nov. 5, 1930, in Guntersville, Ala., the ninth of 12 children to Joshua Gaines and Mattie (Maze) Harris. On Dec. 19, 1956, in Greensboro, N.C., she married Gary Edal MacDonald, who preceded her in death on July 21, 2021.

Annie graduated from Bessemer High School in Greensboro, N.C., in 1948 as class valedictorian and graduated from the University of North Carolina Greensboro (formerly Women’s College) with a degree in elementary education. Annie taught at many schools over the years, including Rochester Community Schools, before retiring from North Miami Elementary School in 1987. During the summer months, she assisted her husband in his printing business as the “navigator” traveling across the United States.

Annie was also very active in church, where she not only was a helper to her husband’s ministry, but most importantly had a servant’s heart for teaching others about Christ, especially children’s Sunday school classes. She and her husband moved to Maine as missionaries and continued in that ministry for many years before returning to Indiana to be closer to family. In 2021, they returned to Rochester and continued worshiping at the Rochester Church of Christ. In her spare time, she enjoyed traveling with her husband, bird-watching, and in later years, reading and word search puzzles.

Survivors include her children, Lisa (Ken) Hooley, Tippecanoe, and Laurie (Ray) Hedington, Rochester; grandchildren, Jonathan (Angela) Buzbee, Maine, Naomi (Joe) McKinley, Indiana, Mary Moore, Maine, Joshua (Jamie) Hooley, Iowa, Amber (Kevin) Belisle, Ohio, Aric (Melody) Hooley, Indiana, Nathan Hooley, Indiana, Seth (Samantha) MacDonald, Indiana, Sara (Luis) Ramos, Texas, Rachael (Howard) Ray, New Hampshire, Jessica MacDonald, Texas, Brant (Gentry) Hedington, Indiana, and Cameron (Maranda) Hedington, Indiana; 33 great-grandchildren; sister, Jean Talley, Greensboro, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Michael Gary MacDonald; daughter, Billie Jo Buzbee; grandson, Shelton Carpenter; and 10 brothers and sisters.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rochester Church of Christ for Children Ministries.

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

Larry and Kay Elaine Overmyer were married on Aug. 6, 1976, in Kewanna at St. Anns Catholic Church. They shared 44 years of life’s adventures until Kay’s passing in September 2020. From their union came a daughter, Candice, and twin sons, Shane and John. Two more generations have been added to the family tree with the blessings of 11 grandchildren and a great-grandson.

Over the years, with a strong work ethic, Larry worked at Controls of Winamac, Switches of Logansport and Tenneco Automotive of Culver.

As an avid woodworker, Larry refinished and refurbished many items for the family. Some of the more treasured pieces include Kay’s antique pony buggy and the family’s antique roll top desk. Larry enjoyed camping with his family and their horses. He was most excited about his role as “camp chef.” While camping, Larry blazed hundreds of miles of trails on his horse Mooch.

Larry also enjoyed gardening. He regularly planted a large plot that would sustain the family well into the winter. He regularly bragged about tomatoes larger than his hand, and shared the fruit of the harvest with coworkers, neighbors and friends. He enjoyed splitting flowers and expanding his iris beds. He also enjoyed watching and feeding the birds. To those closest to him, he enjoyed telling stories and sharing memories anytime there was a willing ear to listen. Fishing at local ponds and lakes for the catch of the day was another favorite way he relaxed.

Left to cherish Larry’s memory are his mother, Lois Heater, of Star City; daughter, Candice P. Johnston and husband D.J. of Rochester; sons, Shane L. Heater and betrothed, Lindsay, of Delphi and John R. Heater and wife Shanna of LaFountain; 11 grandchildren, Abbi and betrothed Gavin, Andrew, Peyton, Brooke and husband Mark, Makinzee, Emily, Josh, Bridget, Lily and Caleb; a great-grandson, Thomas Lee Lehman; two brothers, Joe Heater of Logansport and Ron Heater and wife Joyce of Star City. Preceding Larry in death are his father; wife; and daughter-in-law, Carissa Heater.

A celebration of the life of Larry Richard Heater was at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 11, at Good Family Funeral Home 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Pastor Brian Sewell officiated. Friends visited with the family from 5-7 p.m. Monday June 10, and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment was in the Richland Center IOOF Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Aubbeenaubbee Township Fire Department, P.O. Box 71, Leiters Ford, IN 46945 or Alzheimer’s Foundation, 322 8th Ave. 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001.

He was born on Jan. 1, 1935. On Oct. 29, 1955, he married Marilyn R. Haney; who preceded him in death in 2015.

He is survived by daughter, Beth Ann Adams, Mentone; sons, Phil (Shirley) Adams, Warsaw, and Kent (Lisa) Adams, Akron; six grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; six stepgreat-grandchildren; and brother, Jim (Margaret) Adams, Akron.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jackson and Pauline (Personette) Adams; brother, Jack Adams Jr.; and sister, Bonnie Summe. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 8, in Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St., Akron, with Pastor Butch Troke officiating. Interment was held in Akron Cemetery, Akron. Memorial contributions may be made to Beaver Dam Community Church, or Wheels on Fire.

Marjorie J. Murphy

Marjorie J. Murphy, 71, Avon Park, Fla., formerly of Mentone, and Rochester, died at 12:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at the Bud and Donna Somers Good Shepherd Hospice House, Sebring, Fla.

She was born on Dec. 11, 1951.

Former Rochester resident Mike E. Wenrick, 65, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at his home in Plymouth

On Nov. 6, 1958, Michael Edward Wenrick was born in South Bend to Edward S. and Marcia A. Suddith Wenrick. Growing up he shared his childhood with an older sister, Beth Ann.

During his formative years, Mike was a member of the Rochester Royals Swim Team. In high school, he was a member of the Zebra swim team, serving as captain and excelled in the freestyle and relay events. Mike graduated with the class of 1978 from Rochester High School. He also was a lifeguard at City Pool during his high school years. Mike was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed camping with his family and fishing during summer vacations to Wisconsin and Michigan. In his earlier years, Mike was a proud member of the Rochester Volunteer Fire Department.

After graduation, Mike began his career with Dean Foods that spanned nearly four decades. As office manager, Wenrick oversaw customer service and data systems. He was the glue in the office, with a quiet, gentle demeanor, relating well to his colleagues, customers and all who visited the office. More recently, Mike excelled and performed as the lynchpin to the Huntington and Rochester offices. Sadly, Dean’s closed their Rochester plant in October of 2015.

Cherishing Mike’s memory are aunt and uncle, twins Roberta “Bert” Suddith of Fort Wayne and Robert “Bob” Suddith and wife Kathy of Lawerence, Kan.; a special cousin, Andrew W. Suddith; and his many friends from the RHS class of 1978, Dean’s family and his church family.

Preceding Mike in death are his grandparents; parents, Ed and Marcia Wenrick; and sister, Beth Ann Wenrick, on Aug. 3, 1989.

A celebration of the life of Michael E. Wenrick was held at 3 p.m. Friday, June 7, at his graveside in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery. Pastor Curtis May officiated. Friends visited with his family from 1-2:45 p.m. at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church or the Rochester Volunteer Fire Department.

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

She is survived by brother, Philip A. (Mary Margaret) Murphy, Indianapolis; two nieces; two nephews; sister-in-law, Linda Murphy, Silver Lake; and several great-nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Additional survivor is friend, Toby Minard, Avon Park, Fla.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Oren and Mildred Murphy; brothers, Clarence E. Murphy, and Kenneth L. Murphy; two nephews; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Interment was held at 10 a.m. Friday, June 7, in the Harrison Center, Wooden Cemetery, 965 S. 800W. Etna Green.

Arrangements were entrusted to King Memorial Home 101 N. Tucker St., Mentone.

Joe E. Markley

Joe E. Markley, 59, Winamac, died at 5:20 p.m. Friday, May 31, 2024, in his home.

He was born on Sept. 9, 1964. He is survived by son, Zach (Shannon) Markley, Michigan; brother, Larry Markley, Peru; and sister, Melissa (Josh) Behny, Indianapolis.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Margaret (Holland) Markley; and brother, Bart Thompson.

A celebration of life gathering was held Saturday, June 8, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Pancreatic Association at: american-pancreaticassociation.org.

ANNIE HARRIS MACDONALD

LLOYD

MCCRAY

Mike E. Wenrick Dean Foods Office Manager

MIKE E. WENRICK

LARRY HEATER

RAYMOND ADAMS

JOE E. MARKLEY

MARJORIE J. MURPHY

O bituaries

Barbara E. Conrad

Barbara E. Conrad, 75, Greenwood , formerly of Elkhart and Fulton County, died Monday, May 6, 2024.

She was born on July 1, 1948.

She is survived by two daughters, Jennifer (Todd) Kendall, Greenwood and Rebecca (Ryan) Scranton, Midlothian, Texas; five grandchildren; and sister, Beverly (Richard) Ridenour, Bristol.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Mabel (Vanscoyk) Righter, and brother, John Richard “Jack” Righter Sr.

A gathering of family and friends was held at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen.

A private interment was held at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) Winamac. Arrangements were entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Marney N. ‘June’ Gust

Marney N. “June” Gust, 90, Winamac, died Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born on May 6, 1934.

George D. Swihart

Retired From Sealed Power

George Delano Swihart, 89, passed away on D-Day, June 6, 2024, in Marion, with his granddaughter Gerri by his side.

George was born at home on Nov. 14, 1934, the first child and only son of Charles (Bill) and Evelyn Irene Kamp Swihart. He grew up with three sisters in the Akron and Gilead area. He graduated in 1953, having played basketball, softball and ran track for the Wildcats.

Mary Alice Overmyer

Former Deputy Recorder

Mary Alice Overmyer, 104, longtime resident of 111 W. 3rd Street, Rochester, passed away at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2024.

Born July 8, 1919, the daughter of Bessie (Stubbs) McVay and Harry F. McVay in a farmhouse 2 1/2 miles southwest of Kewanna. She graduated from Kewanna High School in 1937.

He always loved planes and history — especially World War II. He remembered his uncle, a member of the 73rd Squadron, sitting with him in the cockpit of his plane on a visit. He joined the Indiana Army National Guard after graduation. After his 1956 discharge as a PFC, he remained in the standby reserve until 1961. He never stopped studying planes though and was happy to share what he knew.

In 1954, George married Lois Keim. They had three children. After their divorce, he married Billie Johnson in November of 1978. She preceded him in death in April of 2019.

George always had more than one job. He worked at General Tire in Wabash, drove semi for Hoffman Trucking and worked at Sealed Power from 1965 until he retired in 1995.

He used to tell stories of when he worked for Whit Gast in Akron. He remembered digging the potatoes and onions and stacking wood crates 22 high in Whit’s barn. He could tell you the difference between red and black muck and which was better for what use. He said it was hard work, but everyone had fun.

He helped many farmers through the years, working with friends and family alike. He recalled baling hay and getting 10 cents a bale.

His love for growing things followed him into retirement. He always had flowers and a beautiful garden. During harvest, he would load the fruits of his labor in his wagon and deliver them to the neighbors. They especially looked forward to his watermelon and cantaloupe. He was known — and loved — in the neighborhood as Mr. Green Jeans.

After graduation from high school, she accepted a job as secretary-bookkeeper for the Fulton County REMC. During her five years with REMC, she saw electricity made available to the rural area of Fulton County through the Rural Electrification Administration.

On Jan. 4, 1941, Mary Alice and Carl Daniel Overmyer of Kewanna eloped and were married in Louisville, Ky., by the Rev. Paul B. Jaggers of the Portland Avenue Baptist Church.

A son, Carl Robert Overmyer, was born on Dec. 25, 1942, in Rochester. After Carl returned from four years in the service during World War II, a son, Richard Lee, was born on Nov. 20, 1946.

Mary Alice was elected Fulton County recorder in 1958 and re-elected in 1962, after serving as deputy recorder the previous eight years. After being receptionist for 2 1/2 years at Blossom Chiropractic Clinic, Mary Alice accepted a position with the Fulton County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service, from which she retired in 1983 as administrative assistant.

Mary Alice enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, flowers, camping, crafts of all kinds, including oil painting, quilting, knitting, crocheting and sewing. She spent a lot of time reading. She read through the entire Bible four times; all of Louis Lamoure’s westerns; Wagons West; and the White Indian Series. She enjoyed old time country music and square dancing.

He is survived by five sisters, Phyllis Colborne, and Sherry Kahl, both of Houston, Texas, Janice Masterson, LaPorte, Mary Dombkowski and Karen Itin, both of Michigan City; four brothers, Fred Gust, Virginia, Dale Gust, Kingsford, Bob Gust, Michigan City, and Ron Gust, Tennessee; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Marney W. Gust; mother, Mary E. (Radley) Gust; stepmother, Wilma M. (Hancock) Fulwider Gust; four brothers, William Gust, Warren Gust, Dick Gust and Larry Gust; sister, Shirley Stark; infant sister, Carol Gust; stepsister, Donna Fulwider; and stepbrother, Jerry Fulwider.

No funeral services were held.

Interment was held in Oakridge Cemetery, Effingham, Ill.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Shriners Hospital for Children, or Riley Hospital for Children.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Mary Lee Anderson

Mary Lee Anderson, 77, Kewanna, died Thursday, May 30, 2024, in her home.

She was born on Aug. 6, 1946.

She is survived by one son, James (Jennifer Bushee) Lehnerer, Kewanna. No funeral services were held. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Down Syndrome Society.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

George was a heck of a mechanic. He worked on everything from lawnmower engines to semis, helping anyone in need, and often not even charging for his time.

He was a member of the American Legion, Eagles and Moose in Rochester. He was in charge of bingo at the Eagles and prepared hog and turkey roasts for their big dinners.

George had a smile that covered his whole face. He was easy going and no one had anything negative to say about him. His kind heart and generous spirit will be forever missed by all who knew him. He was always very active, but his health began to decline in November of 2023. He spent time in both Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester and Miller’s Merry Manor (where his granddaughter Gerri could keep an eye on him.) He was so appreciative of the care he received in both facilities, forming close bonds with those he came to know. Sitting was not his cup of tea and slowing him down was a challenge — he fought hard to the end.

George is survived by his daughter, Susan (Marty) Click, Peru; his son, Ronald E., Mexico; stepdaughter, Dixie Frenoy; stepsons, Rex Shepherd and Jimmie Johnson; two granddaughters, Gerri Click, Wabash, and Breanna Cole, Atoka, Tenn.; and one great-granddaughter, Kelcie Cole, Tennessee. Also surviving are his first wife, Lois Swihart; and his sisters, Janet Strevey, Wabash, Joyce (Jerry) Hudson, Akron, and Karen Aikman, Fort Wayne. A dear friend, Judy Kuhn of Rochester, also survives.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Billie; two stepdaughters; and he and Lois’ infant son, Larry D.

A celebration of the life of George Swihart will be at 3 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends may visit with the family for two hours prior to his services. Pastor Wayne Balmer will officiate. The Fulton County Veteran’s Honor Guard and the United States Army Honor’s Team will accord military honors.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the Fulton County Veterans Honor Guard.

Survivors include her two sons, Carl R. Overmyer and wife Dotti of Fremont and Richard L. Overmyer and wife Donna of Lexington, Ky.; a granddaughter, Angela Lee and husband Jeff McAlister of Bradford, Tenn.; four grandsons, Eric A. (Shannon) Overmyer of Mishawaka, Mark A. (Angela) Overmyer, of Osceola, Scott A. (Mina) Overmyer of Elkhart and Megan Overmyer, wife of deceased grandson, Ryan Overmyer, of Estero, Fla.; 11 great-grandchildren, Joshua (Shae) McAlister Jacksonville, Fla., Kaylee McAlister of Bradford, Tenn., Blake Allen Overmyer and Grace Elena-Ann Overmyer of Mishawaka, Andrew Robert (Emma) of Mishawaka, Emmalee (Overmyer) Trey Duckett of Mishawaka, Taylor (Bell) Rohrer, Joseph Rohrer of Goshen, Caleb Anthony, Evan Carl and Jana Marie Overmyer of Elkhart, Noah Daniel, Atlanta, Ga., Brayden Cole, Drue Dawson and Gavin Reid Overmyer of Estero, Fla.; seven great-great-grandchildren; and a niece, Janet Sue (Hite) George Thornton of Menifee, Calif.

Preceding her in death were her husband, Carl D. Overmyer; her parents; and two sisters, Ruth Elizabeth Hite of Encinitas, Calif., and Harriet Frances McVay, who died in infancy.

Mary Alice accepted Jesus as her personal savior and was baptized in the Kewanna Baptist Church at age 12. For more than 30 years she has been a faithful member of the Riverview Community Church, Tippecanoe.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 12, at the Riverview Community Church, 3780 SR 110, Tippecanoe, with Pastor Rod Ruberg officiating. Friends may call at the church at 10 a.m. June 12. Interment will be in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Riverview Community Church, 3780 SR 110, Tippecanoe, IN 46570.

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

The arrangements have been entrusted to the Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

BARBARA CONRAD

MARNEY N. GUST

MARY ALICE OVERMYER

GEORGE D. SWIHART

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Traffic Violations

The following fines and levies were paid in Fulton County courts:

Speeding — Aiden Hill, Fortville, $175; Joshua Pavlovsky, Carmel, $175; Kyle Jaso, Indianapolis, $164.50; Patricia Hamilton, Benton Harbor, Mich., $154.50; Shannon Slucter, LaPorte, $154.50; Lennon Hardy, Noblesville, $192.50; Kashae Gray, Indianapolis, $154.50; Shawnetta Thomas, Kokomo, $175; Karim Tinoco, Boca Raton, Fla., $154.50; Mohamed Etche, Indianapolis, $192.50; Todd Logan, Granger, $192.50; Cesar Urena, Indianapolis, $192.50; Stanley Utter, Rochester, $154.50; Delmar Mongosa, $154.50; Nancy Barrier, Lakeville, $175; Kelvin Huezo, Elkhart, $164.50; Logan Montgomery, Elkhart, $164.50; Alisha Burman, Indianapolis, $154.50; Samuel Rose III, Mishawaka, $192.50; Aaron Clark, Indianapolis, $164.50; Evan Peters, Cincinnati, Ohio, $192.50; Chad Henson, Portage, $175; Amorette Vorkpor, Grang-

er, $175; Alexandria Weymon, Allendale, Mich., $154.50; Connie Eby, Nappanee, $164.50; Jamie Yohn, Kokomo, $175; Aravind Selvam, Mason, Ohio, $164.50

Speeding, Operating a motor vehicle with a false plate, plate belongs to another vehicle — Tioni Burnett, Indianapolis, $190; Elyssa Adams, Zionsville, $175; Jasmine Brown, Indianapolis, $154.50

Distracted driving — Morris Emerick, Fishers, $192.50

Driving while suspended, Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility — Clarence Dittman, Rochester, $200

Driving left of center — Frieda Luther, LaPorte, $164.50

Driving while suspended — Jeremiah Jensen, Rochester, $164.50; Marcos Cannady, Plainfield, $164.50

Failure to yield right of way to emergency vehicle — Charlotte Walker, Logansport, $164.50

Learner’s permit violation — Dakota Elliott, Rochester, $164.50

Operating a motor vehicle with a

false plate, plate belongs to another vehicle — Mindy Myers, Macy, $164.50

Operating with expired plates — Anthon Osborne, Peru, $164; Cassidy Harlan, Rochester, $164; Derek Ousley, Rochester, $164

Marriage Licenses

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

Frederick Carpenter, 56, Rochester, and Jacquelyn Dollins, 54, Rochester. Gagnon-Bailey

Gary Gagnon, 69, Rochester, and Carolyn Bailey, 76, Rochester Utter-Hawkins

Robert Utter Jr., 34, Akron, and Casey Hawkins, 34, Akron Pearson-Perdue

Justin Pearson, 50, Rochester, and Christine Perdue, 53, Rochester

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Lois McKinley

Lois McKinley, 89, South Bend, formerly of Winamac, died Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the Center for Hospice Care, Ernestine Raclin House, Mishawaka.

She was born on Dec. 11, 1934.

She is survived by three daughters, Lorna (Smed) Miller, Winamac, Lee Hoover, Arden, Del., and Carol (Ricky Sr.) Kline, Mishawaka; three sons, Allen (Cindy Cox) Hoover, Dayton, Minn., Andy Hoover, and Ron Hoover, both of South Bend; 10 grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; bonus grandchild, Adam Snider; two sistersin-law, Joyce McKinley, and Geneva McKinley, both of Winamac; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lon and Flo (Lebo) McKinley; sister and brother-in-law, Helen (Pete) White; and three brothers, William “Billy” McKinley, Charles “Charlie” McKinley, and Richard “Dick” McKinley.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac. Services will begin at 1 p.m. at the mortuary.

Burial will be in Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) Winamac. Memorial contributions may be made to Center for Hospice Care, 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka IN 46545. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Anna Marie Neher

Anna Marie Neher, 67, Culver, died Sunday, June 9, 2024, at her home.

She was born on Sept. 13, 1956. On June 22, 1991, she married Donald Duane Neher; who survives.

Additional survivors are children, Tarah Lemar, Culver, Justin George (Sarah) Neher, Indianapolis; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one brother, David (Marilyn) Lemar, Benton City, Wash.; canine companion, Jake; and her felines, Ralph and Norton.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George Edgar and Teresa Lemar; siblings, Cindee Lemar Carlson, and Jerry Lemar; grandson, Tristan Lemar Palm. A celebration of life service was held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 10, in Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at goodfamilyfh.com.

JA Golf Classic

Junior Achievement serving Fulton County has a Golf Classic, which will be Friday, June 14. Registration opens at 8 a.m. with a light breakfast and tee-off at 9 a.m. Lunch will be provided at the end of the tournament.

Registration for sponsors and teams is now open. People may register online at secure.qgiv.com/for/ mccs2 or by calling or texting Beth Miller at (574) 551-4698 or emailing beth.miller@ja.org. All funds raised will remain in Fulton County going toward the Junior Achievement programming provided to both Rochester and Caston schools. The organization helps prepare students for the workforce.

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Plymouth Rockies Football

Bidding open until Thursday, June 13. Pickup is from 2-5 p.m. Friday, June 14, at 507 E. Jefferson St., Plymouth. Bid online at oakcrestauctions.com.

Real Estate &

Personal Property Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, June 15. Located at 5873 E. CR 500N, Rochester. Home, garage, building sites and 16.5 acres cropland in three tracts. Antiques, primitives, tools, household, lawn and garden. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction.com.

Online Only Coca-Cola Auction

Bidding open until 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 17. Vending and soda machines, coolers, advertising signs, neon, clocks, cast-iron sign base, calendars, store displays. Pickup located at 1582 W. SR 114, North Manchester. Bid online at metzgerauction.com. Metzger Property Services. Eugene Schmalzried Estate Bidding open until 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 19. Tractor, plows, Pyrex and glassware, lawn equipment, curio cabinets, Fitz and Floyd collection. Pickup located in North Manchester, exact address is in winning invoices. Bid online at metzgerauction.com. Metzger Property Services. Gutter Guys Live Auction

2-5 p.m. Thursday, June 20. Located at 703 Dickman St., Plymouth. Montague Real Estate and Personal Property Auction

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 22. Located at 4810 Deborah Lane, Plymouth.

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LOIS MCKINLEY

Happy Father’s Day

in the pull had to be 50 or older, with their tractor also 50 or older.

Attendees enjoy tractor pulls, antique machinery at Historical Power Show

Text and Photos

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Tractor pulls and antique machinery were part of what attendees could enjoy at the 2024 Fulton County Historical Power Show.

The event was Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8, at the Fulton County Historical Society grounds.

“We’ve had a good turnout this year,” said Fulton County Historical Power Association President Carl Overmyer on June 8.

Each year, the association selects a certain make of tractor to be featured, with Cockshutt and Co-op the focus of the 2024 show, though other brands were on display.

The power show is the association’s main activity, though sometimes the group will have tractor drives, said Overmyer.

One of the association’s current initiatives is fundraising for a structure to protect a Santa Claus statute at the historical society grounds. The statue once stood at a business along Old US 31 outside Rochester.

“I talked to some people, and they ended up donating him to the club, and we’re going to donate it to the museum after we get (the structure) completely finished,” said Overmyer.

People may call Fulton County Historical Society Museum

Director Melinda Clinger at (574) 223-4436 to donate.

Those who wish to join the as-

Sponsored by Akron Las Donas

Child must be three years or younger by July

Entry deadline is June 23, 2022

Voting will be at the Akron Lake City Bank from June 24th through July 1st

sociation may attend one of its meetings. Its next one is at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, at the museum.

Anyone is welcome to come, regardless of if they own antique farm equipment, said Overmyer.

He said around 100 people are part of the association.

People may also learn more by messaging the Fulton County Historical Power Association’s Facebook page or emailing them at fultoncountypower@gmail.com.

ON DISPLAY Darin Lehr of Delphi poses next to his 1948 Lehr Big Boy tractor he displayed at the Fulton County Historical Power Show on the Fulton County Historical Society grounds outside Rochester.

TRACTOR PULL Tom McCormick participates in the 50-50 tractor pull Saturday, June 8, during the Fulton County Historical Power Show at the Fulton County Historical Society. Those

Rochester Downtown Partnership, a Main Street nonprofit organization dedicated to the revitalization of Rochester’s historic downtown district, announced the appointment of Julie Shambarger as its new part-time executive director.

Shambarger brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit management, economic development, and community organizing. As executive director of the Times Theatre, she has guided the project though its extensive renovation and now it is once again a focal point for the community.

Shambarger will maintain her roll as the Times’ executive director and will also direct RDP. The two organizations work synergistically to expand activities in downtown Rochester. Shambarger is well equipped to lead RDP’s strategic initiatives to enhance the economic vitality of downtown Rochester through preservation-based development and engaging community events.

As the primary spokesperson for RDP, Shambarger will represent the interests of downtown Rochester at all levels, fostering strong relationships with business owners, local government, and community leaders. Her key responsibilities will include the development and implementa-

tion of strategic plans and policies, leading fundraising efforts, managing daily operations, and overseeing the planning and execution of community development projects and events.

“We are excited to welcome Julie to our team,” said Harry Webb, chair of the board of directors. “We believe Julie’s leadership skills and passion for our downtown will play a crucial role in driving our mission forward.

Over the past few years, RDP has taken many steps to improve our downtown, with Julie’s leadership we can start making leaps.”

Shambarger commented,“I am

honored to join the Rochester Downtown Partnership and contribute to the growth and success of our historic downtown. I look forward to working with the community to bring our shared vision to life.”

The part-time role reflects RDP’s commitment to flexible work arrangements, allowing Shambarger to dedicate time to both vital organizations.

RDP has three active committees and is seeking additional dedicated volunteers. RDP is a nonprofit organization. Donations to the organization may be tax deductible.

CANNONBALL — Izzy Hook recently enjoyed a day at the Rochester City Pool. Photo by Lori Carr.

MAKING WAVES — Briggs Hunter is preparing to cool off at the Rochester City Pool. Photo by Lori Carr.

Happy Father’s Day

Rochester High School announces honor roll

The following students were named to Rochester High School’s fourth quarter grading period of the 2023-2024 school year.

All A Honor Roll

The following students received all As:

Seniors — Ekaterina Andrianova, Brady Scott Beck, Isabel Grace Dunwoody, Dillon Jerome Fishback, Cade Xander Johnson, Lucas William Malchow, Bralynn Michelle Miller, Tanner Steven Reese, Noah Douglas Riffle, Kaedra Nicole Shook, Gurlal Singh, Wesley Blayne Steininger and Lilly Jean Watson.

Juniors — Audrey Grace Bolinger, Rylee Jean Clevenger, Evan Nathaniel Damer, Mia Alee Howdeshell, Reece Edward Johnson, Maddox Lane Lahrman, Lillee Boyd Lett, Ella Lee McCarter, Owen Layton Walker Prater, Davis Maxwell Renie, Briana Nicole Whiteman and Ethan Ryan Wieringa.

Sophomores — Aracely Elizabeth Aguilar, Grant Stephen Bailey, Olivia Marie Bailey, Allyson Renee Calloway, Brayden Alan Gamble, Andres Yurel Molina, Gavin Michael Mollencupp, Carson Jeffrey Paulik, Charlotte Perry and Carlos Adriano Plascencia.

Freshmen — Sydney Rae Bauman, Jadyn Michelle Field, Anne Horban, Brailyn Nicole Hunter, Kelsey Mae Pearson, Alexander Cage Porterfield, Adam Joseph Edward Reinhold, Kale Andrew Shotts, Abriella Marie St Martin, Audrey Lee Widman and Aubrey Kay Wilson.

Eighth Grade — Madeline Ella Bailon, Cayden Andrew Caudill, Mitchell William Clark, Kyla Breann Conley, Kayla Danica Doss, Elise Renee Enyart, Aaron Christopher Furrow, Jaser Liam Garrett, Quinn Harper Gruss, Savannah Jane Gudas, Jeffrey Taylor Howard, Molly Kathryn Leslie, Grayson David Miller, Reagan Jo Perry, Ellie Michelle Straeter, Ariah Rayne Upp and Amara Nicole Wieringa.

A/B Honor Roll

The following students received A/Bs:

Seniors — Ethan Allen

Amezquita, Amber Rose Blackburn, Robert James Bozzo, Avery Michelle Brouyette, Jacob Robert Brubaker, Hailey Mae Coleman, Alex William Dem-

ing, Kaylee Nicole DeSonia, Keyton Mychal Doran, Colton Michael Ferverda, Sophia Nicole Freeman, RaeLyn Grace Gibbs, Adrienne Elyzabeth Halterman, Cora Lynne Hayden, Grace Lily Hiroms, Dylan Adam Hook, Taylor Marie Howard, MaKenna Rae Jackson, Peggy Ellen Becca Jo Johnson, Joseph Paul Jones, Gracie Mae Kidder, George Braden Krom, Paige Nichole Luhnow, Kaleb Mathias Lutz, Noah Russell Manser, Shaylea Amerise McCloudGarrett, Mozzelle Marie McVay, Krystal Faylynn Mollette, Payton Sayers Moore, Kaili Alba Navara, Enrique Lexandar Navarro, Brooke Lynn Nelson, Chloe Evelyn Nichols, Mikalah Diane Osborn, Keegen James Glen Reinhold, Leah Taylor Rensberger, Cadin Patrick Roe, Jacob Scott Seuferer, Lane Samuel Shank, Anastasia Sky Velez, Parker Ethan Wallace, Kiara Lea White, Emma Renee Wicker, Caleb Mark Wilson, Gavin Brady Young and Rosswel Branigan Zeiger. Juniors — Bryce Douglas Baugher, Emma Elizabeth Bays, Dakota Joe Burden, Hailie Marie Charles, MadiLynn Lee Coble, Lillee Dion Conley, Jayden Lynn Crispen, Seth Bradley Flenar, Baylee Lyn Freant, Aiden James Harrington, Braden Christian Harrington, Guidry Chad Hisey, Hunter Robert Honkomp, Angel Lee Jewell, Jasmeen Kaur, Wesley Dean Lawson, Legacy Layne Lockhart, Colton Jae Lowry, Alexandria Danielle Lucker, Ashly Lynne McCall, Sophia Jane McCall, Leah Fay Miller, Skyla Ann Mitchell, Silvia May Montelongo, Brady William Morgan, Adrian Isac Ochoa, Tyler Gene Reese, MaKenzie Dawn Roe, Adalynn Kay Samuels, Reid Jamyson Spencer, Selena Christine Stahl, Darah Lea Strasser, Ava Dale Thomas, Rabuor Onyango Tindi, Kylah Leigh Towell, Emily Marie Vigar, Audrey Kennedy Wagner, Trevor Stewart Walley and Xavier Meiser Vance.

Sophomores — Spencer James Backus, Madison Lynn Black, David Grant Clark, Mason Dean Conrad, Matthew Dylan Crossland, Conner Joseph Dunfee, Harrison Lane Dunwoody, Blake Matthew Eccles, Declan Ryan Gard, Clarence Malachi McCloud Garrett, Damian Lee Gohn, Nevaeh Eliza-

beth Goodman, Ellen Mae Hake, Brooklyn Marie Halterman, Mylee Kathline Heinzmann, Mason Elijah Hisey, Lincoln Elijah Holder, Jaden Marie Horn, Layne Jordan Horn, Isabella Grace Howdeshell, Brylie Anne Kiggins, Jonas Gray Kiser, Elijah James Kroledge, Carter Ryan Merideth, Myrandace Rae Metz, Aubrey Linn Miller, Avarie Dawn Montel, Ashton Michael Musselman, Braxton Chace Norman, Laine Marie Peppler, Raiden Cody Andrew Putman, Jack Carvey Reffett, Olivia Joesphine Rude, Jesse Edward Smith, Kurtis Eugene Smith, John Paul Trotier, Rylee Hope Wallace and Violet Rose Whitmer.

Freshmen — Abbigail Marie Artist, Ethan Douglas Bailey, Emah Elizabeth Bradley, Parker Michael Casper, Lakodah Nance Clevenger, Kyra Mae Doran, Mishay Raeanne Ernie, Jackson Dale Frounfelter, Konor Leland Fugate, Logan Matthew Fuller, Camdyn Daryl Furnivall, Zane Lee Galbraith, Navan Elijah Goodman, Tanner Scott Hamilton, Kylie Rae Haselby, Alexis Lee Haughs, Isaac Daniel Heishman, Grant Steven Holloway, Logyn Kay Honkomp, Leandro Javier, Willow Deann Kamplain, Sophia Grace Kouskousakis, Tanner William Krom, Julissa Lopez, Ruth Mae Love, KayLea Jade McCarty, Trenton William Lee Meadows, Gabriella Loo Medina, Laynie Marie Migonis, Vivian Grace Miller, Emma Lynnae Murphy, Brevin Thomas Nicholson, Reed Alton Perry, Natalia Kae Pittman, Bria Noelle Rensberger, Jenna Michele Seuferer, Addison Averie Sutton, Cailab Martin Tyler, Landon Thomas Weaver and Chloe Carter Winn.

Eighth Grade — Sophia Lynn Baker, Alison Nicole Bauman, Sophie Noelle Beehler, Bentley Edward Blackburn, Alejandro Chapman, Kassandra Cisneros-Ordaz, Haylee Marie Cunningham, Joshua Daniel DeSonia, McKynlee Rae Dickson, Brayson Carter

Flory, Ella Jo Frounfelter, Raylee Lyen Fry, Gretchen Ella Smith Gardner, Anna Grace Griggs, Hagen Edward Heilstedt, Ava Lee Helt, Brayden Lee Kiss, Meagan Rene Kreft, Abbygail Jean Lowry, Emma Grayce Mathias, Sylvia Ann McCall, Grant James McGlothin, Jayla Marie Miller, Molly Marianne Moore, Graysin Edward Olinger, Avrianna Nichella Pawski, Evan Michael

Perdue, Azaria Alynn Roze Ploetz, Grant Marshall Reese, Jay Thomas Ritter, Samantha J Roe, Jocelynn Coleen Sue Shafer, Jesse Matthew Smith, Riplee McKenna Snyder, Summer Jewel Tyler, Shianne Marie Wakeland, Cherokee Grace Wallace, Linden Dean Wilburn, Kaison Dylan Williams, Aiden Dean Wilson, Derek Robert Wortley and Addisyn Mary Zimmerman.

Mentone

Flying

Club’s annual pancake and sausage breakfast

The Mentone Flying Club invites the public to its annual pancake and sausage breakfast

Saturday, June 22, at the Fulton County Airport. Breakfast is served from 7-10 a.m.

Airplane rides (weather permitting) are also from 7-10 a.m.

Breakfast is $7 per person, kids 5 and under eat free.

Airplane rides are $25 per person, per ride.

All proceeds from the rides will be donated to Operation Quiet Comfort. Contact Jessica at (574) 635-2406 or pilotjess@yahoo.com.

Check out the club’s website at mentoneflyingclub.org.

Students named to dean’s list

The following local students were recently named to the dean’s list of their respective colleges/universities:

Olivet Nazarene University

Rochester — Mason Beall

Ivy Tech Community College

Akron — Allie Ellenwood, Michaela Hawley, Cruz Marquez, Allee Snyder, Daisy Arroyo, Ryan Baker, Nicholas Ga-

gnon, Cherish Williams

Rochester — Alan Hudkins, Tina James, Crystal Lewis, Zachary Pickens, Austin Pomp, Alisha Mullet

Winamac — Kevin Taylor, Cilas Wilson

University Of Maryland

Rochester — Megan Bailon

Purdue University

Rochester — Grace Andrews

Rochester Day Trip to Beef House Restaurant & Dinner Theatre to see R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

Saturday, July 20, 2024

Cost = $120/person, and includes motorcoach transportation to Covington, IN for a delicious buffet meal, and show ticket to see a matinee performance of R.E.S.P.E.C.T., a tribute to powerful women in music.

2nd Maine & Newport, Rhode Island

August 11-17, 2024

Cost of $1265 (based on dbl occ), and includes all motorcoach transportation & lodging, 10 meals including a Downeast Lobster Bake and dinner at La Forge Restaurant at the Tennis Hall of Fame, tours of Portland, Kennebunkport, Perkins Cove, Boothbay Harbor, and Portland Head Light Lighthouse, harbor cruise of Casco Bay, LL Bean Factory Outlet, Nubble Lighthouse, tour of Newport RI and Breakers Mansion, and Flight 93 Memorial visit. $100 non-refundable deposit holds your seat.

Maine & Newport, Rhode Island

September 8-14, 2024

Cost of $1265 (based on dbl occ), and includes all motorcoach transportation & lodging, 10 meals including a Downeast Lobster Bake and dinner at La Forge Restaurant at the Tennis Hall of Fame, tours of Portland, Kennebunkport, Perkins Cove, Boothbay Harbor, and Portland Head Light Lighthouse, harbor cruise of Casco Bay, LL Bean Factory Outlet, Nubble Lighthouse, tour of Newport RI and Breakers Mansion, and Flight 93 Memorial visit. $100 non-refundable deposit holds your seat.

Day Trip to Blue Gate Performing Arts Center to see Menopause The Musical 2

November 6, 2024

If you liked the original Menopause, you’ll LOVE this show! Cost=$140/person, and includes motorcoach transportation to Shipshewana, time for shopping the stores, enjoy a delicious dinner, and then see the show. Menopause The Musical 2 is a hilarious show about 4 women cruising through the change.

Christmas Market Cruise - Danube River

December 7-15, 2024

Sail on the Danube River as you visit Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary during the holiday season. Call for pricing. Flyers available.

Tournament of Roses Parade

December 29, 2024 thru January 2, 2025

Fly roundtrip from Chicago to LA and enjoy 6 meals, a tour of LA, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, behind-the-scenes parade float building, 136th Tournament of Roses Parade, and a visit to Santa Monica. Call for pricing. Flyers available.

Alaskan Cruise - June 17-29, 2025

Sail Holland America Cruise Lines, with stops in Fairbanks, Denali, Whittier, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, & Vancouver. Call for pricing. Flyers available.

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, New Mexico

October 3-8, 2025

Trip includes roundtrip airfare, 8 meals, attend the spectacular Mass Ascension of the Balloons, visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center with Native American dance troupe performance, guided tour of Old Town Albuquerque, witness the Evening Balloon Glow, visit Pecos National Historic Park, and tour Santa Fe to see the San Miguel Mission and Loretto Chapel. Flyers are available. Call for pricing.

PromisedLand Quartet gospel concert June 16

A gospel concert with PromisedLand Quartet will be at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Riverview Community Church, 2780 SR 110, Tippecanoe.

From the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia comes the PromisedLand Quartet! Since January 2000, this group has traveled the USA and overseas to spread the message of hope that can only be

found in Jesus Christ, and to let everyone know he offers abundant life and salvation to all who call on him.

With songs like “Brand New Heart,” “I Love That Music,”

“When the Son Arrives,“ and “Don’t Let Me Miss the Glory,” the group has made their mark in gospel music with an upbeat sound and unique arrangements.

VBS Features: Down at the Farm June 17-21

Hillcrest Baptist Church 1010 W. 9th Street Rochester, IN 46975

June 17-21, 6PM-8:30PM Ages 3-12

Parent’s Night

June 21, 6PM-8:30PM

Bible Story, Contests, Hotdogs, Chips, Pop LIVE ANIMALS, ETC.

In need of a ride, feel free to call at Pastor Thom 217-497-3343 or find us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Jesusloves Rochester?mibextid=LQQI4d Hillcrest Baptist Church of Rochester

At an event with PromisedLand Quartet, one can expect to laugh, cry, and be uplifted and edified, as well as given the opportunity to know the one the group sings about. As they are fond of proclaiming, “If you walked in the doors lost without Christ, you don’t have to leave that way.”

Tenor singer, Joey Wilson, grew up in a preacher’s home. After studying music at East Coast Bible College, he used his talents in church and other groups before founding PromisedLand Quartet. Gene Hamman also founded PromisedLand Quartet after being involved with Christian music for over 30 years.

Aaron Swain is the youngest member. His knowledge of gospel music trivia is a source of amusement for the other guys. Steve Barnett’s joyful spirit and friendly demeanor completes their ministry. After touring with the Melodyaires Quartet, he is thrilled to be ministering through music.

There is no ticket charge. An opportunity for a very generous love offering will be given.

Updates and happenings

The Rochester American Legion Post 36 is sponsoring the fireworks display in Rochester. The estimated cost for the show is $13,000. It will be at the Fulton County Airport. People may donate for the show by sending funds to American Legion, Fireworks Fund, Attn: Rob Beckmas, P.O. Box 703. Rochester, IN 46975. Checks should be made out to American Legion Fireworks Fund. To request a receipt for tax purposes or for more information, call (574) 223-2617.

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Book It is offering a summer reading program for children 4-12, in grades pre-K-6. Students earn one personal pan pizza from Pizza Hut once a month for meeting reading goals during June-August. The program is free. Enroll at bookitprogram.com.

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Boater education classes are being offered online. Refresh your boating knowledge or learn what you need to know before going on the water. To take an online class, visit boat-ed.com/indiana or find a class near you at register-ed.com/ programs/indiana.

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Fulton County BZA Meeting will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, in the Commissioner’s Room, 125 E. Ninth St., Rochester.

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There will be a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Woodlawn Health, 1400 E. Ninth St., Rochester, in classrooms A & B. Call (800) 733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment.

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Kewanna Union Township Public Library, 210 E. Main St., Kewanna, will be hosting a free book giveaway from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15. Public is welcome to select books of choice and is for all ages.

The next commissioners meeting will be at 6 p.m. Monday, June 17, in the Commissioner’s Room, 125 E. Ninth St., Rochester.

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Group swim lessons are available at the Rochester City Pool. Session one will run from 9-9:45 a.m. for ages five and up; and 9:50-10:20 a.m. for age 4, June 17-20 and June 24-27. Session two will run the same times July 1-3, 5 and July 8-11. Cost is $40 per session. To reserve a spot or for any questions, contact Lori Simpson (574) 835-1354 or Charlee Schwenk (574) 835-4890.

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First Baptist Church, 1000 Main

St., Rochester, is offering a free vacation Bible school. Breaker Rock VBS will be from 9-11:30 a.m. June 17-21. Online registration is available at fbc46975.org. For more information, contact Rhonda Johnson, (574) 721-8544.

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The Fulton County Board of Health will meet in a regular session at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, in the large conference room at the Fulton County Office Building, 125 E. Ninth St., Rochester.

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A county council meeting will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, in the Commissioner’s Room, 125 E. Ninth St., Rochester.

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The Mentone Flying Club will have the annual pancake and sausage breakfast from 7-10 a.m. Saturday, June 22, at the Fulton County Airport. Airplane rides are from 7-10 a.m. Breakfast is $7 per person; kids five and under eat free. Airplane rides are $25 per person, per ride. All proceeds go to Operation Quiet Comfort.

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A free speech clinic will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 24 through July 4, at Rochester Middle School. The sessions are 30-45 minutes per child. For more information, email Traci Leininger at traci.leininger@ zebras.net or call (574) 223-0178. Transportation will not be provided.

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Fulton Liberty Lions Club is sponsoring an adult art contest.

OPEN BOWLING

Anyone out of school may enter. Pick up the theme-related coloring page at the Fulton Branch Library, 7420 Liberty Ave., Fulton, or use your own 8-by-11-inch paper. The contest will be until June 29 and artwork may be turned into Fulton Library. Winning art will be displayed during July.

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There will be an All Praise Gospel Jam at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 29, at The Times Theater, 618 Main St., Rochester.

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Fulton County Community Foundation summer scholarships are now available and due at 3 p.m. Monday, July 8. For an application, visit nicf.org/fulton-county/ scholarships. For more information contact Northern Indiana Community Foundation Scholarship Coordinator, Shannon Berger, (574) 223-2202 or email scholarships@ nicf.org.

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Akron Las Donas Club will host Friday Night Live Music in the Park from 6-9 p.m. Friday, July 12. It will be held at Akron Town Square, E. Rochester, St., Akron.

JUNE

The second coming of Christ

(Read Revelation 19:121) “And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, King Of Kings, And Lord Of Lords” (Revelation 19:16).

By THE REV. RON PURKEY

These verses present the climax of God’s wrath against sinful people on earth. Yes, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is coming again!

First, the armies of Jesus Christ from heaven (Revelation 19:11-16). In Revelation 4:1, heaven opens to let the church in; but here, heaven opens to let Christ and his armies ride forth in victory.

At his trial, Christ said that the Father could send legions of angels to deliver him; and here the

Lord rides forth with the armies of glory: the Old Testament saints, the church, and the angels (Matthew 25:31; 1 Thessalonians 3:13). In Revelation 6:1, the Antichrist had ridden on a white horse, imitating Christ, but here the “Faithful and True” (verse 11) rides forth to judge and make war (Psalm 45).

This description of Christ is awesome! Jesus is no longer on a humble donkey, but on a fiery white charger. His eyes are not filled with tears as when he beheld Jerusalem; nor is he wearing a mocking crown of thorns. Instead of being stripped by his enemies, he wears a garment dipped in blood, signifying judgment and victory.

When on earth, he was abandoned by his followers; but here the armies of heaven follow him in conquest. His mouth does not speak “words of grace” (Luke 4:22), but rather the words of victory and justice (see Isaiah 11:4).

He comes to rule with a rod of iron (Psalm 2). He comes not to bear the wrath of God on the cross, but to tread the winepress of God’s wrath at the Battle of Armageddon. He is King of Kings and Lord of Lords!

Second, the announcement of judgment on earth (Revelation 19:17-21). Two suppers are seen in this chapter: the marriage supper of the lamb (verse 9) and the supper of the great God, Armageddon. All of human history is moving rapidly toward Armageddon.

Who are the armies gathered together against Christ? These are the armies of the 10-kingdom federation of Europe, as well as the forces of the kings of the east, Egypt, and Russia. They gather on the Plain of Esdraelon in Palestine, an area that Napoleon called the most natural battlefield in the world. The name “Armageddon” means “Mount of Megiddo.”

Jesus Christ destroys the

armies with the word, the sword that comes from his mouth (Hebrews 4:12). Men would not bow to his word and receive the Gospel; now they must be slain by that same word. The followers of the beast are “marked men;” the mark of the beast on their bodies seals them for certain judgment. Christ not only destroys

the armies of the beast, but he also captures the beast and false prophet and casts them alive into perdition. He also takes Satan and casts him into the bottomless pit (Revelation 20:1-3). God wins! Read Ron Purkey’s Bible study outlines free at rcpbibleoutlines. com. Purkey has been an ordained Baptist minister for 50 years.

What is pre-diabetes?

A call to action

By ARYN BOWSER Wellness Coordinator Woodlawn Health

Editor’s Note: Aryn Bowser is the Wellness Coordinator for Woodlawn Health. It is common knowledge that diabetes is on the rise. The American Diabetes Association states

ARYN BOWSER

that 36 million people across the country have diabetes and another 96 million have pre-diabetes. While being diagnosed with diabetes can be life changing, hearing that you are only “pre-diabetic” should not give you a sense of relief. It should be a call to action to preserve your health.

Pre-diabetes happens when your blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes requiring medication. Walking out of your appointment without prescriptions for diabetic medications may feel like a win, but the grey area of pre-diabetes is a tipping point. You can continue living life as you have and ultimately become diabetic, or you can make a few changes and enjoy good health for years to come. Since not all factors that contribute to pre-diabetes can be treated, such as genetic factors and age, lifestyle changes are the primary treatment.These changes include eating a healthy diet and increasing physical activity.

Your health care provider may recommend avoiding excessive carbohydrates and eating less unhealthy fat, sugar, red meats, and processed starches. Instead, they’ll likely recommend eating a diet of whole foods, which includes more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish, and lean poultry.

There are endless resources for diet tips, planning and menus. A few include myplate.gov and diabetes.org.

Getting regular amounts of moderate-intensity physical activity helps increase glucose energy usage and improve muscle insulin sensitivity. A single session of moderate-intensity exercise can increase glucose uptake by at least 40%. So, take a walk around the block, play outside with the kids, work up a sweat in the garden, ride your bike, dance in your kitchen, or do anything that gets you moving and keeps you motivated.

Auditor Sriver named to State Comptroller Advisory Council

Fulton County Auditor Christi-

na Sriver is one of 14 local government officials named to the State Comptroller Advisory Council.

Indiana State Comptroller

Elise Nieshalla recently relaunched the council. Comprised of officials from around the state, the appointed council members will serve a two-year term with the purpose of providing feedback to enhance the local government services provided by the office.

“With these leaders’ local government expertise, we can better understand the challenges they are facing and how our office can best be at their service,”

Women’s

euchre scores for May

A women’s euchre group has released scores for May’s euchre games.

First Group, Women’s Sunday Scores for the women’s Sunday group are:

Claudia Hartzler/Pat Howell, 1,240; Carolyn Wagoner/Liz Robinson, 1,083; Joyce Ginther/ Janet Cox, 1,078; Kim Zartman/ Elaine Swisher, 1,070; Charlotte Miller/Stephenia Barkman, 1,061; Karen Notz/Liz Kelsey, 1,008; Diane Weaver-Gady/Eileen Fellers, 986; Sandy Summe/Kathy Anderson, 864.

Second Group

Women’s Monthly

Scores for the women’s monthly group are:

Claudia Hartzler/Pat Howell, 1,443; Joyce Ginther/Janet Cox, 1,353; Karen Notz/Liz Kelsey, 1,280; Kim Zartman/Elaine Swisher, 1,188; Janelle Smith/Sandy Summe, 1,155; Joyce VanDoren/ Sue Brubaker, 1,153; Markie Edwards/Kathy Anderson, 1,137; Diane Weaver-Gady/Wynne Wilson, 1,107; Charlotte Miller/Stephenia Barkman, 1,099; Joyce Sroufe/Beth Nicodemus, 1,052; Judy Klobucher/Carol Shafer, 1,041; Karmin Reeves/Karen Heltzel, 892.

said Nieshalla. “I am excited to collaborate with each council member, hear their perspectives, and incorporate the insights we receive.”

One of the key responsibilities of the state comptroller’s office includes the disbursement of tax revenues to local units of government. Creating an advisory council is meant to further relationships between the comptroller’s office and local units statewide, in addition to providing input on future goals.

Other members of the council include: Anton Neff, county council,

Owen County; Kellie Streeter, county commissioner, Knox County; Greg Wright, comptroller, city of Greenwood; Carrie Mugford, clerk-treasurer, town of North Manchester; Tiffany Griffith, treasurer, Grant County; Heather Laffoon, treasurer, Montgomery County; Rachel Oesterreich, auditor, Starke County; Debra Carnes, auditor, Hancock County; Jennifer Welsh, auditor, Daviess County; Susan Sleeper, auditor, DeKalb County; Kristinia Hammack, auditor, Perry County; Angie Birchmeier, auditor, Marshall County; and Mike Watkins, auditor, Gibson County.

By RUSS DAVIDSON SR. Guest Writer

Well,

Darn, I can’t remember her name.

SERVING ON THE ADVISORY COUNCIL Fulton County Auditor Christina Sriver, second from the left in the third row, was one of the local government officials named to the relaunched State Comptroller Advisory Council. Photo provided by Christina Sriver.

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Rochester spring sports update:

After Reinartz’s walk-off in semis, Zebras lose to Illiana Christian

By VAL TSOUTSOURIS Sports Editor, RTC

Spencer Bandstra, Jake Scott and Isaac Vander Woude homered, and Tanner Post didn’t allow a hit after the second inning as the Illiana Christian baseball team defeated Rochester 12-2 in six innings in the Class 2A semi-state final at Oak Hill Saturday.

No. 12 Illiana Christian improved to 21-9 and reached the state title game for the third straight year. They will play Providence Saturday in Indianapolis in the state title game.

Rochester finished 21-11. The loss came just hours after a stunning 8-7 win over Westview in the semifinals on Tanner Reinartz’s walk-off two-run homer in the seventh.

This marked Rochester’s furthest advancement in the state baseball tournament. They won their first regional when they beat Benton Central 7-4 June 1.

Jake Seuferer blooped a twoout, two-run double to shallow right field in the first inning to give the Zebras a 2-0 lead. That followed a single from Gavin Young and a double down the left field line from Carson Paulik. It moved him to third.

Drew Bowers hustled out an infield single with one out in the second and later stole second.

Parker Casper then flew out to right field.

Rochester senior pitcher Colton Ferverda blanked Illiana Christian through two innings, but the left-hand hitting Bandstra homered to right to lead off the third. Scott hit a two-run homer to left later in the inning to give the Vikings a 3-2 lead.

Illiana Christian scored six more runs in the fifth to make it 11-2. Vander Woude led off with a homer and later added a tworun double. Rochester pitchers also walked six in the inning, three of them with the bases loaded.

Post then pitched a perfect sixth to end the game.

Rochester reached the semistate final when Reinartz took Westview’s Gavin Engle over the center field wall on an 0-2 pitch with Gavin Young on base in the semifinals.

Rochester clung to a 6-5 lead and Reinartz, pitching in relief, was within one strike of winning in the top of the seventh before Scott Yoder’s RBI double and Jayce Brandenberger’s RBI single pushed Westview ahead 7-6.

Reinartz’s homer, likely the biggest hit in school baseball history, wiped out the deficit.

Boys Golf

Sandy Pines Golf Club is enchanting and well-kempt. But it has narrow fairways and undulating greens and teems with bunkers and water hazards.

Throw in swirling winds, and it became a beautiful nightmare for the Rochester boys golf team

at the Lake Central regional Thursday as they shot a 371 and finished 12th in the 15-team field.

Noah Riffle shot an 86 to lead Rochester in his final high school round. J.R. McLochlin added a 91 in his fourth regional, Davis Renie had a 96, Isaac Heishman had a 98, and Ashton Musselman shot a 100.

Valparaiso won their second straight regional title with a 314, and Trinity Greenlawn (322) and Chesterton (329) also advanced to state.

Elkhart’s Steven Webb (77), Penn’s Jack Yewchuck (77) and Andrean’s Ivan Mastalski (78) had the three lowest scores among individuals on nonadvancing teams and also advanced.

Temperatures were comfortable in the low 80s. Clouds were patchy. But the story of the round was the wind, which was unpredictable in both force and direction.

There are bunkers on 17 holes at the fittingly named Sandy Pines. At No. 13, a par-3, the bunker that guards the left side of the fairway is so deep that course managers installed staircases to help players climb in and out of it.

Rochester shot a 367 and finished 12th at last year’s regional. Riffle, McLochlin and Musselman returned from last year’s team.

Renie, Musselman and Heishman figure to be the core of next year’s team.