Shopping Guide of Fulton County - October 19, 2022

Fulton

Fulton County’s Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 143 is now gearing up for its annual holiday “Shop with a Cop” event, which gives children from underprivileged backgrounds the opportunity to browse the shelves of Walmart for an hour with a state or local law enforcement officer or emergency responder.

The F.O.P. is asking community businesses and individuals for donations to help sponsor children.

The event, which takes place on the second Saturday in December, is now in its 26th year, and has grown since 1996, both in the number of kids who benefit and in the number of activities it encompasses.

In 2018, a “Trot with a Cop 5K Run/Walk” was added, which this year will start from St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1310 Main St., Rochester, at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19. Registration is $20 per participant, and those signed up by Nov. 11 are guaranteed a T-shirt. Free hot soup will also be served following the race.

“We were looking to do a fundraiser in 1996 where we could keep everything local,” recalled F.O.P. President Dennis Price, who has coordinated the program every year since its inception. “Shop with a Cop” events were popping up across the country at that time, and Lodge 143 decided to hold one of its own. “It took off and it’s grown ever since. The first year we had 80 kids,” Price said. Since then the event has grown to include 250-280 children.

“Shop with a Cop,” said Price, is a “community policing program.” The

officers talk with the children about school and other aspects of their lives. Additionally, the children get a chance to talk with the officer. “Kids and officers get an hour together to see the good parts of law enforcement.”

The pair have $125-$150 gift cards, which are used to buy essential items such as shoes and clothes as well as a toy or video game.

Children are referred to the program by schools, Head Start, Healthy Families, Child Protective Services and other organizations. They may be in foster care or have a parent out of work, among many other situations. Price recalled tak-

ing kids shopping while their parents suffered from a terminal illness. “It’s a chance to help kids through a hard time. … It really helps the community.”

“We’re helping those who don’t have the miracle of a Christmas blessing,” added Gail Karas, Fulton County 911 director, a “Shop with a Cop” organizer and Price’s daughter.

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EIGHBOR

Woman’s therapeutic hobby becomes successful business

“In 2019, I had a daughter who was born sleeping at almost 39

weeks gestation,” stated Jami Montel, South Bend. “I was devastated but desperate to find a way to keep my mind and hands busy during the grieving process. I began bak-

ing treats for my family and close friends. I called my home-based business, Nora’s Sweet Treats, in honor of my beloved daughter, Nora Blaine. Little did I know that this hobby that was so therapeutic during my sorrow would become a business.”

Montel started baking when she was very young. “When I was about 6 years old, I spent quality time in the kitchen. If I could reach it, I cooked with it. I enjoyed helping my mom and grandma as they baked aromatic bread, fudge, and my favorite oatmeal scotchies.”

Her hobby, “Nora’s Sweet Treats,” officially became a business in January 2022. “I’m a native of Fulton County and about 75 percent of my supporters are from that area. I also deliver treats for those in Kosciusko, Marshall and St. Joseph counties.”

This past Labor Day weekend, Montel brought her treats to a block party of local merchants in downtown Rochester. “I was located right outside Flirt Boutique. I featured our fan-favorite sugar cookies, designing them to look like cherry, blueberry and pumpkin pies. I also brought homemade caramel apples and old-fashioned candied apples. I find that people really enjoy old fashioned treats. It tends to bring back fond memories for my customers, and I love hearing all their stories.”

One of the treats she’s noted for is her homemade vanilla marshmallows. “Most of my treats may be dipped or drizzled with rich chocolate. One of the things that makes my marshmallows unique is that I use my own homemade vanilla. That really brings out the flavor.”

If you can dream it up, Montel can create it. “Custom sugar cookies are really trending now. People may want to order edible images of their loved ones on them, or I can even personalize cake pops, M&M’s, brownies and really anything you can think of.”

Montel’s biggest challenge is finding just the right recipes. “It took years of trial and error because I wanted to create something that looks appealing and tastes even more delicious than it looks. I frequently give samples of our bestselling sugar cookie at vendor and market events. It’s the soft bite of a beautiful cookie that keeps patrons coming back.”

Of course, she never brings something to the public that hasn’t been taste tested by her two food samplers: 4-year-old Andrew and

1-year-old Rubie. “My son Andy will tell me the truth. He’s been known to say, ‘I’m not sure about this one, Mom.’ However, my daughter Rubie has a sweet tooth and likes it all.”

When asked the advice she’d give people starting their own business, she remarked, “Follow your passion. I never dreamed this hobby of mine would turn into a successful business. I often believe that Nora is sending me signs to keep learning and pushing forward. I’ve recently been taking courses on how to make delicate pastries, decorate more ambiguous cakes and even food photography.”

Montel also loves to cook. “My Christmas prime rib is delectable, but my heart beats for the sweets.”

Those interested in seeing some of her creations can visit norassweettreats.com.

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Editor’s Note: The Good Neighbors column is for people looking for hard-to-find or old items or for people seeking advice, not for items you can find in a local store or sell through the help of a classified ad.

Treated wood

Good neighbors: To give away: 12 2-inch-by6-inch-by-12-foot used treated wood, used in a deck. They look good and have a few nails in them. Pick up in Nappanee. Reply through this column. — A reader

Colostomy supplies

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Foggy glassware

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New questions

Ninja pitchers — I am looking for Ninja pitchers to replace my cracked ones. Need a BN750 one and a BL660 one. I was disappointed that they didn’t last long before cracking, as my base still works fine. Call (574) 773-3685.

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Fulton County F.O.P.

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but also their families. “It helps put the parents at ease.”

Karas added she has received donations from adults who were part of the program as children. “It shows there is always somebody somewhere to spread kindness and positivity.”

To accommodate all the children, F.O.P. also enlists the help of 911 dispatchers, emergency medical personnel and Department of Natural Resources officers. McGruff the Crime Dog is also a regular, along with his K-9 compatriots. “Every-

Witch Problems

The witch set down by the spider and started drinking cider. The Spider said ‘I am going to spin a web in your bed. I do my best work just before Halloween. But don’t worry, I got my eye on a fly.’

This story was written by a witch that broke her broom chasing a fly and a spider.

Happy Halloween! Do witches really like cider?

body is stepping up to the plate,” said Karas.

Both Price and Karas noted the appreciation shown by the children and families. Karas recalled children wanting to use the opportunity to purchase gifts for other loved ones. “It just melts your heart.”

Donations may be made at the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department or Rochester Police Department or may be picked up at the home or business.

For more information, call Cindy McLochin at (574) 205-2424 or Gail Karas at (574) 835-2992.

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Allison Haimbaugh Jr.

U.S. Air Force Veteran

Allison Haimbaugh Jr., 89, Rochester, passed away at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022, at his residence.

He was born April 3, 1933, in Rochester, where he lived most of his life. He was the cherished and only child of Allison Haimbaugh Sr. and Dorothy Jane (Moore) Haimbaugh.

He graduated from Rochester High School in 1951. He went on to work for Topps before he enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1951. He was honorably discharged in 1957. He continued his service as an inventory control specialist at Grissom Air Force Base, where he retired in 1995.

He found the love of his life and true soulmate when he married Sharlene Kay Shull, daughter of Paul and Opal Shull, at the Kewanna United Methodist Church on April 5, 1963. Their union of marriage produced a son and a set of twins. She preceded him in death on Oct. 20, 2020.

Left to cherish his memory is his oldest son, Neal Haimbaugh, Culver; his second son, Kenneth Haimbaugh, Rochester, who moved in with our dad after mother passed to allow our Dad to live and pass away at home; his daughter, Kimberly (Kevin) Boyer, Mentone. Also remembering their grandfather are his grandchildren, Joshua (Hannah) Haimbaugh, Rochester, Anthony “A.J.” Haimbaugh, Leiters Ford, sons of Kenneth, Hayden (Nicole) Haimbaugh, Elkhart, Isaac Haimbaugh, Culver, Abigail Haimbaugh, who came in and helped care for her grandfather for the last two years and her fiance’ Kyle Corn, Bass Lake, and Hanna Haimbaugh, Culver, children of Neal.

Later in life, he enjoyed the Grit Channel that had westerns on 24/7, Perry Mason, Mannix and his game shows. He loved having his cat, Daz, on his lap and most days took naps together. He thoroughly enjoyed watching Daz play with Snookie and got a kick out of Snookie going bat crazy watching Bob have the time of his life as an outside cat.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester. Friends may visit from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Animal Adoption and Education Center or the Fulton County Historical Society.

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

Val R. Pemberton U.S. Army Veteran

Val R. Pemberton, 97, Rochester, passed away at 12:57 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, at his residence.

He was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., the son of Andrew Dewey and Gertrude Elinor (Nolan) Pemberton. He married Joyce Lee McMahan of Houston, Texas on Dec. 1, 1951, in Riverside, Calif., and she preceded him in death on Nov. 7, 1997. On July 22, 2000, he married Shirley Irene Smith and she survives.

Mr. Pemberton was raised in Ohio, where he graduated from Westerville High School in 1942. He served in World War II in the U.S. Army from 19431946, as a navigator/bombardier on B-29 bombers. He entered The Ohio State University in January of 1957 and earned a bachelor of science degree in the College of Commerce in December of 1949. He was a member of the Beta Gamma Signa National Honorary Society. Recalled to active military duty in the United States Air Force for the Korean War upon graduation from O.S.U., he served in aerial combat in B-29’s, served in B-47 jet bombers and became a F-86 jet fighter pilot, retiring from the Air Force in 1985.

Mr. Pemberton received his M.B.A. from the University of Wisconsin in 1964. He served 28 years with Camcar Textron, Rockford, Ill., as group vice president and administrative vice president, and retired as division manager of Torx Products in 1993. He served as executive director of the Fulton Economic Development Corporation from 1995-1997.

Mr. Pemberton was a member of the Rochester Kiwanis Club for over 35 years. He also was a member of the Elks’ Lodge, Moose Lodge and the V.F.W. He was a life member of the American Legion, the Marine Memorial Club, the F86 Sabre Pilots Association, and the Ohio State University Alumni Association, the Ohio State University Faculty Club and the Army and Navy Club of Washington, D.C. He served as a volunteer SCORE counselor for over 10 years. He was a member of the Gideons International for many years.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley I. Pemberton, Rochester; three sons, James Andrew (Pam) Pemberton, Rochester, Paul Arnold Pemberton, Rochester, and Thomas Orrin Pemberton, Kokomo; daughter, Sarah Pemberton, Santa Fe, N.M.; stepchildren, Donald Smith, Rochester, Ruby Troglen, Rochester, Linda Rodriguez, Rochester, and Kara Graham, Macy; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, John McMahan Pemberton; two grandchildren; and two stepsons, Mark Rodriguez and James Rodriguez

Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester, where military graveside services will be conducted by the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Honor Guard.

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

Lois L. Dominguez Lois L. (“Skip”)

Dominguez, 73, died June 12, 2021.

She was born July 16, 1947. On July 29, 1964, she married Jimmy W. Calhoun, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by three children,

Frieda (Kenny) Blackwell, Jimmy W. Calhoun Jr. and Joel A. Calhoun; two grandchildren; a great-grandchild; former husband, Joe Dominguez; four siblings, James Green, Charles (Donna) Green, Lynda (Jay) Thousand, Rochester, and Robert (Sara) Green; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Emma M. and Glen E. Green; two siblings, Madra Reedy and Jon Scott Green; son-in-law, Paul Novinty; and a great-nephew.

Private graveside services were held.

Shirley A. Freels

Shirley A. Freels, 86, Rochester , died Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

She was born July 2, 1936. She is survived by her husband, Gene Freels, Rochester; daughter, Donna (Ed Fincher) Burwick, Rochester; son, Steve Freels, Rochester, and his companion, Presuis Betts, Logansport; two grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a nephew and niece; great-niece; two great-greatnephews; and a great-great-niece.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Maude Cree Helvie; a grandson-in-law, Thomas Mollette; her sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Leland Blohm; and a nephew.

Services were held Friday, Oct. 14, at Rans Funeral Homes, Metzger Chapel, Kewanna. Burial was at Fulton Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Animal Center, 1540 N. Wentzel St., Rochester, IN 46975. Shirley’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Alejandro Chavez Jimenez

Alejandro Chavez Jimenez, 33, Akron, died Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022, at Stillwater Hospice, Fort Wayne.

He was born July 17, 1989, in Mexico. He is survived by three children, Mia, Mateo and Tadeo, Akron; the mother of his children, Vania Cisneros, Akron; his mother, Maria Chavez Jimenez, Mexico; brother, Manuel Jurado Chavez, Mexico; sister, Cecilia (Rafael Rosas) Jurado Chavez, Florida; maternal grandmother, Ma Jesus Ramirez Jimenez, Mexico; uncle, Jose (Amor) Chavez, Akron; nephews and nieces in Rochester and Mexico; cousins from Akron and Mexico; and aunts in Mexico.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jose Chavez Baca.

A Mass of Christian burial was held Saturday, Oct. 15, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rochester. Burial was at Akron Cemetery, Akron.

John Kwiatkowski

John Kwiatkowski, 84, Winamac , died Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at Life Care Center in Rochester.

He was born July 15, 1938. On April 6, 1963, he married Nancy Marie Neubieser, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his son, Michael John (Angela) Kwiatkowski, Bryan, Ohio; daughters, Amy Joyce Kwiatkowski, Kewanna, and Lisa Marie Marko, Westfield Center, Ohio; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Also preceding him in death were his parents, Mateusz and Wladyslawa Botney Kwiatkowski; brothers, Ed Kwiatkowski and Joe Kwiatkowski; and sisters, Lottie Dommer, Stella Jenkins and Francis Schrock.

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Continued from page 4 namac. Burial took place at Mount Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to Pulaski County 4-H or Winamac Athletic Boosters. Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Ed Lynch Jr.

Ed Lynch Jr., 68, Winamac, died Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, at his home.

He was born Sept. 25, 1954.

On Oct. 14, 1978, he married Terri L. Hamman, who preceded him in death in 2018. He later married Bonnie Lynch, who survives.

He also is survived by two daughters, Shannon (Micah) Cook, Winamac, and Heather (Joell) Grisel, Westfield; three sons, Kyle (Sue) Lynch, Colorado Springs, Colo., Eddie Lynch III, Winamac, and Sean Lynch, Carmel; eight grandchildren; brother, Jon Lynch, California; several nephews; and Wrigley, the grand dog.

He also was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Cecilia Lynch, and sister, Rosemary Lynch.

A private celebration of his life will be held, in accordance with Ed’s wishes. Military honors will be conducted.

Memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1893, Memphis, TN 38101-9950.

The Good Family Funeral Home is caring for his family. Online expressions of sympathy to Ed’s family may be made at www.goodfamilyfh.com.

Jerry W. Musser

Jerry W. Musser, 76, Culver, died Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022 in his home.

He was born Nov. 15, 1945. On May 19, 2007, he married Kathy Filson, who survives.

He also is survived by his daughter, Sandra (Jeff) Ronco; stepdaughters, Amanda (Daniel) Hamilton, Hannah (James Garner) Hiatt; stepsons, Aaron (Samantha) Ganshorn, Riley (Tara) Ganshorn, Jonathan (Michelle) Ganshorn and Taylor Filson; his sister, Lisa (Chris) Shumate, Florida; and 30 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruby Musser Bednarz, and his brother, Tom.

Cremation was chosen, and a celebration of life party was held Wednesday, Oct. 12, at the Winamac Church of the Nazarene.

Deaton-Clemens Van Gilder Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Jack W. Shannon

Jack W. Shannon, 84, Winamac, died Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

He was born on Nov. 9, 1937. On April 10, 1957, he married Gloria Fisher, who preceded him in death in 2001. On March 23, 2002, he married Brenda Prater, who survives.

He also is survived by two daughters, Debra (Larry) Wappel, San Pierre, and Paula (Dan) Thurber, Greer, S.C.; three sons, Douglas (Larinda) Shannon, Knox, Dale (Vickie) Shannon, Knox, and Anthony (Claudette) Bailey, North Judson; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Joan Ryder, Knox.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Thomas and Iris Fern Kersey Shannon; four sisters, Julia Shannon, Betty McCord, Janet Willis and Judith Stinemetz; and a brother, Jerry Shannon.

Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 17, at the Bible Baptist Church, Knox. Burial took place in Mount Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery, Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Bible Baptist Building Fund.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Frain Mortuary, Winamac, handled arrangements.

Robert J. Tauteris Sr.

Robert Joseph Tauteris Sr., 79, Winamac, died Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at Northwest Health Hospital in LaPorte.

He was born Nov. 10, 1942, in North Judson to Marcille Short Wobith.

He is survived by a son, Thomas William (Jennie) Tauteris, Goshen; a daughter, Sue (Rick) Robertson, Alabama; and a brother, Edward (Mary) Tauteris, North Judson.

He was preceded in death by a son, Robert Tauteris Jr.

No services will be scheduled. Online tributes may be offered at www. frainmortuary.com.

Kenneth R. Troutman

Kenneth R. T routman, 78, Camden, died Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022.

He was born Oct. 14, 1944. On May 18, 1968, he married Ann L. Rice, who survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Emily (Shawn) Meek, Camden; two brothers, Keith (Sherry) Troutman, Cicero, and Philip (Diane) Troutman, Virginia; a sister-in-law, Penny Troutman, Rochester; two grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Irene Bothwell Troutman, and a brother, Gary Troutman.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, in Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel. Full military honors will be provided by the Cass County Honor Guard and Army personnel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cass County Humane Society.

You may sign Kenny’s guestbook and send the family online condolences at www.gundrumcares.com.

Gundrum Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Correction

The Oct. 12 issue of Shopping Guide News contained an article in which Fulton County Auditor Christina Sriver’s last name was misspelled “Shriver.” We apologize for this error.

Beverly A. Slisher Retired Concierge

Beverly A. Slisher, 82, Logansport, and longtime Rochester resident, passed away at 2:59 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, at Woodbridge Health Campus, Logansport.

She was born Jan. 22, 1940, in Fulton County, the daughter of Ashel W. and Ruth M. (Crispen) Tabler. On June 12, 1960, in Logansport, she married Fred L. Slisher. He preceded her in death Nov. 7, 2012.

Beverly had been a homemaker and worked for the Olin Corporation, Peru. She retired from working as a concierge from Logansport Memorial Hospital, Logansport. Beverly loved spending time outside and enjoyed bird watching.

Survivors include her children, Lonie (Nadine) Slisher, Peru, Darla (Brent) Clemons, Rochester, Bryan (Michaela) Slisher, Rochester, and Paul (Ellen) Slisher, Rochester; grandchildren, Quincy Prenatt, Rochester, Mason Prenatt, Rochester, Lindsey Clemons, Twelve Mile, Ashley (Brad) Moon, Twelve Mile, Rodney Clemons, Manor, Texas, Callie Clemons, Rochester, Brandon (Lynn) Slisher, Mishawaka, Bryana Slisher, Kokomo, and Ginger Slisher, Rochester; great-grandchildren, Carley Moon, Lucas Moon, Molly Moon and Eiley Moon, all of Twelve Mile; brother, Larry Tabler, Logansport; sister, Marcia (Ray Trump) Honkomp, Argos; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Mary Louise Nolen; and brothers, Richard “Dick” Tabler and Randall Tabler.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends may visit from 9-11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery, Fulton.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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

EPORT

Marriage Licenses

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

Fockler-Biggs

Makayla Linn Fockler, 23, Rochester, and Joseph Louis Biggs, 29, Rochester.

Fields-Ogle

Samantha J. Fields, 27, Rochester, and Cody Lee Ogle, 32, Rochester.

Hecht-Batta

Kenneth Russell Hecht Jr., 30, Rochester, and Brooklyn Jo Batta, 28, Rochester.

Tennant-Truty

Shelly Lyn Tennant, 41, Macy, and Alexander Edward Truty, 39, Macy.

Marriage Dissolutions

The following couple has filed for marriage dissolution in Fulton County: McTaggart — Stephanie A. McTaggart, Rochester, and Dwayne N. McTaggart Jr., no address given.

Court News

Circuit Court

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

Complaints

Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Amber Pearson, Rochester, $860.14.

Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Joahua Overmyer, Rochester, $4,960.86.

Joshua M. Samuels, Rochester, v. Lisa M. Hammock, Kewanna, and Progressive aka Progressive Southeastern Insurance Co. Plaintiff seeks damages, trial by jury.

Superior Court

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

Complaints

Mariner Finance LLC v. Robin Owens, Rochester, $1,897.04; Kristin Hulsart, Rochester, and Christopher Hulsart, Rochester, $1,275.36.

Crown Asset Management LLC v. James Martin, Fulton, $950.24.

Citibank N.A. v. Alyson Heinzmann, Rochester, $4,043.33.

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Jasmine Migala, Rochester, $1,787.78; Jeffrey Tomaga, Rochester, $1,494.69.

Absolute Resolutions Investments LLC v. Aimee Howard, Rochester, $1,546.67.

B IRTHS

Pablo M. and Sara M. (Freeman) Cabrera, Akron, are the parents of a daughter, Evelyn Mae, born at 10:33 p.m. Oct. 2 in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She weighed 7 pounds, 6.5 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Evelyn joins a sister, 4.

Emmitt Ray Joseph

Beth and Chris Joseph, Winamac, are the parents of a son, Emmitt Ray Joseph, born at 7:19 a.m. Oct. 15 in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He weighed 9 pounds, 6.5 ounces and was 21.75 inches long. Emmitt joins siblings, Matthew, 23, Gabby, 17, Jordyn, 13, Maddie, 10, and Wyatt, 9. Maternal grandparents are RaeAnn Snider, Kewanna, and Guy Snider, Culver. Paternal grandparents are Kathy Taff, Winamac, and Clay and Wanda Joseph, Mississippi. Maternal great-grandparents are Larry and Julene Kimble, Kewanna, and Shirley Foshee, Plymouth.

Dayton J. Smith

TJ and Jillian Smith are the parents of Dayton J. Smith, who was born at 5:54 p.m. June 28, 2022, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester, and delivered by Dr. Cly. Dayton weighed 8 pounds, 1.5 ounces and was 19.25 inches long.

Evelyn Mae Cabrera

Pastor May brings creativity to St. John Church

(Editors note: The following article was first printed in the Oct. 12 issue of Shopping Guide News. In the article, “St. John Lutheran Church” was incorrectly identified as “St. Thomas.” We regret this error and any confusion it may have caused.)

When Pastor Curtis May of St. John Lutheran Church in Rochester was still a teenager growing up in Oxford, Mich., God spoke to him: “When you’re 50, I have something for you to do.” Sure enough, after a stint in the Navy and then a successful career as an instruments and controls designer, May enrolled in school at the age of 49. Within six months he had met his wife, Anita, and was soon off to seminary. In 2006, he had his first posting in Chardon, Ohio, where he served for nine years before moving to Rochester.

St. John had been without a full-time pastor for three years when May arrived. “It has been a wonderful marriage between Anita and I and the church since I got here,” he said. An added bonus is the close proximity to their children.

And while it is a small con-

gregation, May is proud of the any things church members do in the community. “God gives us talents, and when we discover these talents we can use them to help other people.”

One of May’s many talents, which he shares with embers of his congregation, is art. He credits a girlfriend in high school for “teaching me how to think about creating a painting, and it took off from there.”

May enjoys oil painting and pencil drawings. He has also

applied his wide knowledge of drafting and computer programming to create 3D renderings of, among other things, a log cabin. He is also able to animate his creations.

May and other artists at St. John are taking part in an art fair Dec. 9-10 at Rochester Lions Club to help support the church. Artists are invited to sell their art without a booth fee, while giving 10% of their sales to St. John.

May is also putting his artistic skills to work illustrating a book he has been writing, a fantasy trilogy, which, like C.S. Lewis’ works, has Biblical underpinnings. The characters are, in part, based on the word “Immanuel,” which means “God is with us.”

May’s philosophy as a pastor is to teach God’s word “without adding to or subtracting from it.” It is a philosophy anchored by his modesty. “God is the one who is holy, not me,” he stated.

Lutheran pastors wear a white collar, which he explained represents goodness; however, he emphasized, “Jesus gave that to me.” The black robe, on the other hand, represents mankind’s sinful nature. “The collar does not make me more holy than anyone else. … A pastor has a more stringent road to follow, but that doesn’t make us more holy, better or perfect.”

May cited John 3:17, “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.” Indeed, the church’s motto is “Christ centered.”

“I take that to heart. We’re not here to condemn anybody; we’re here to help. The congregation takes that on as well.”

For more information on St. John Lutheran Church’s art fair, call (574) 223-8518 or (574) 223-6898.

Updates and happenings in the area

The Fulton County Republican Women will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24. The meeting will take place at the Fulton County Historical Society, Rochester.

The annual Halloween Costume Contest sponsored by the Fulton Liberty Lions Club will be held 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at the town park. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Community Building.

The contest is open to all ages, with cash prizes given for three places in each of six age groups. Each participant will receive a treat bag, too.

Trick-or-treat hours for the town of Fulton will be from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31.

Get ready for a “Rockin’ Halloween Show” with entertainer Quentin Flagg, who is scheduled to perform at

1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, at the Fulton County Community Resource Center, 625 Pontiac St., Rochester.

Flagg is known for his high-energy shows featuring music from the 1950s and ‘60s. He has entertained audiences in Las Vegas, New York, Chicago, Pigeon Forge, Tenn., England, Ireland and Canada, as well as on cruise ships and elsewhere around the United States. You’ll hear songs made famous by Bobby Darin, Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond and many more.

For information, call (574) 2233715.

The Fulton County Board of Health will meet in regular session at 12:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24, in the large conference room at the Fulton County Office Building, 125 E. Ninth St., Rochester.

The agenda includes an amendment to the fee schedule.

Volunteers needed for Nickel Plate Trail ‘Weed Wrangle’

Miami and Fulton County Soil and Water Conservation Districts are hosting a volunteer work day, “Weed Wrangle Indiana,” at the Nickle Plate Trail from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 22, at 4910 E. 400S, Rochester, on the Miami and Fulton County line.

The event is part of efforts to eradicate invasive weeds. Participants should wear long-sleeved shirts, closed-toe shoes and bring gloves, wide-brimmed hats, sunscreen, bug spray and tools (no chainsaws.)

This event will be cancelled in the event of rain.

According to SWCD, the North American wild bird population has lost 2.9 million birds since 1970, partially as the result of the loss of native plants, one of the

reasons SWCD seek to “wrangle” invasive weeds.

For more information, call Miami County SWCD, (765) 4736753 ext. no. 3.

Mt. Hope Church to host Trunk or Treat

Mt. Hope Church is hosting a Trunk or Treat event from 5:30-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22. Included at the event will be free hot dogs, chips and drink, free pumpkins, photo ops and games.

A costume contest will be held at 5:30 p.m. with two age groups, followed by the trunk or treat from 6-7 p.m.

Mt. Hope Church is located just north of Leiters Ford at the corner of CR 700N and CR 700W.

Yesterday’s Treasures Craft Show will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Fulton County Fairgrounds, Rochester. Lunch will be available. The Country Store will feature jams, breads, noodles, pies and candies. The craft show is sponsored by the Fulton County Extension Homemakers.

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Mount Hope Church is holding a costume contest and trunk-or-treat event Saturday, Oct. 22.

The costume contest starts at 5:30 p.m., and there will be two age groups. Trunk-or-treating will follow from 6-7 p.m.

Kids and families will enjoy free hot dogs, chips and drinks, free pumpkins, games and photo opportunities.

The church is located just north of Leiters Ford at the corner of county roads 700 North and 700 West.

The Fulton County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 143 is seeking sponsorships for its holidaytime Shop with a Cop program. The program aims to let each child in need involved spend between $125 and $150 for clothes, shoes and a toy.

Donations may be made at the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department or the Rochester Police Department. If you would like someone to pick up your donation, call Cindy McLochin at (574) 205-2424 or Gail Karas at (574) 835-2992.

FOP Lodge 143 also is hosting the Trot with a Cop 5K Run/ Walk on Saturday, Nov. 19, to raise money for Shop with a Cop. Registration is $20 per participant. Those who register now up to Nov. 11 will be guaranteed

a T-shirt.

On the day of the event, registration starts at 8:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1310 Main St., Rochester, and the run/walk begins at 9:30 a.m. A marked map will be available.

The High-Energy, 50’S & 60’S & More Rock ‘N’ Roller Quentin Flagg Is Ready To Shake Up The Stage! Quentin Has Entertained Audiences In Las Vegas, New York, Chicago, Pigeon Forge, Tn., England, Ireland, Canada, On Cruise Ships In The Caribbean, And All Over The Usa!

You Will Hear The Songs Of Such Greats As: Bobby Darin, Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond, Doo Wop, And Other Fifties And Sixties Rock ‘N’ Roll Groups That You Love!

Get Ready To Rock ‘N’ Roll And Clap Those Hands As Quentin Flagg Takes The Stage!

Great Lunch Is Available!

see our COUNTRY STORE Jams, Breads, Noodles, Pies & Candies

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Extension Homemakers

Fall Car Care

Ways to Save at a Time of Higher Gas Prices and Rising Inflation

(StatePoint) With higher gas prices and rising inflation putting pressure on finances, drivers are looking for ways to save on the cost of car ownership. On average, it costs between $15,000- $24,000 to own a car over a five-year period,

including fuel, maintenance, insurance, repairs, financing and state fees.

While some of those costs are beyond your control, here are five things you can do to lower the cost of car ownership:1. When shopping for a vehicle, compare prices at multiple dealerships and research factors that will influence the cost of owning a particular model car, such as its fuel efficiency, along with the estimated cost of repairs and parts replacements down the line.

2. Scan local gas stations for the best price and consider becoming a rewards member at grocery stores that offer fuel perks. Certain gas brands have rewards programs as well, many of which you can access via smartphone apps.

3. Consider setting up a savings account for car-related expenses. Earmarking some of your income for automotive needs will help ensure you can cover expected and unexpected costs.

4. Drive safely and more consciously to conserve fuel. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, “obeying the speed limit, accelerating and braking gently and gradually, and reading the road ahead can improve the fuel economy of your vehicle by 15%-30% at

highway speeds and 10%-40% in stop-and-go traffic.”

5. Talk to your insurance agent to make sure you are getting all the car insurance discounts you deserve. Erie Insurance offers a wide range of discounts and money-saving features, such as first accident forgiveness, diminishing deductible, reduced usage, youthful driver and college student. They also offer a discount for bundling policies and have an app called YourTurn that can reward you for safe driving. Drivers may earn up to $20 a month in gift cards. To learn more, visit erieinsurance.com.

“We know that at a time of rising prices people are looking for ways to reduce the cost of car ownership, and insurance is one place to start,” said Bob Buckel, vice president, Personal Auto, Erie Insurance. “Looking for a plan that gives you exactly what you need and nothing you don’t means you’ll be protected while not paying any more than you should. This is a great time to reach out to your independent insurance agent to review your policy and discounts.”

While the future of inflation rates and gas prices is uncertain, the good news is there are creative ways to lower the cost of owning your car so you can enjoy the road.

Fall Car Care

How your tires can help you save half a gallon of fuel per fill-up

(StatePoint) Whether you’re building a new home or making exterior updates, there are many decisions you’ll have to make. Perhaps topping the list in importance is what materials you select for your roofing and siding. Not only do your selections impact your home’s curb appeal, but some choices have the potential to save you money and help increase your family’s safety.

Here are some things to consider, as well as some of the reasons why many building industry professionals and homeowners today are avoiding real wood products and steering toward composite shake alternatives instead:

• Long-Term Aesthetics: Real cedar shake roofing and siding is beautiful, particularly as it ages. Unfortunately, just as it begins to weather to a rich-looking color, it often becomes unserviceable due to deterioration. To get the authentic weathered look of real cedar from day one, opt for com-

posite materials. Those from DaVinci Roofscapes resist impact, fire, mold, algae, insects, salt air and high winds. Available in various colors and color blends, they will look as attractive as weathered cedar, but won’t curl, cup or split in the way wood does, so you get years of worry-free beauty.

• Fire: A Class A fire rating is the highest level of fire resistance a roofing system can achieve. While this is an important consideration for any homeowner, it should be a top priority for anyone living in wildfire-prone territories. Keep in mind that real cedar can burn easily, whereas fire-resistant composite shake siding and roofing offer peaceof- mind in this regard, acting as your family’s first line of defense against stray sparks.

• Insects: Untreated wood shingles make for a yummy snack for termites and other bugs. Over time, these pests will destroy the integrity of a home’s

exterior. By opting for composite shake, you get the look of authentic wood without this hassle. Made of virgin resins, UV and thermal stabilizers, composite shakes from DaVinci Roofscapes, for example, are strong products that silverfish, termites, carpenter ants and beetles will leave be. In addition, products made from these materials resist fading, rotting and cracking.

• Impact: It takes just one bad storm to cause extensive damage to real cedar shake roofing and siding. However, you can expect more from your home exterior by selecting stronger materials, like composite shake products with a Class 4 impact rating. This is particularly important if you live in a region that experiences hail or high winds.

• Cost: When weighing the cost of siding or a new roof system, it’s helpful to look beyond the upfront price tag. Durable materials that help you avoid

maintenance and replacement costs will save you money down the line. Additionally, many insurance companies recognize that certain composite materials stand up to the elements, and often offer associated discounts on policies as an incentive for homeowners to invest in them. Finally,

think about your long-term goals and select products that offer a strong return-on-investment when it comes time to sell your home.

To learn how composite shake roofing and siding can benefit your home, visit DaVinciRoofscapes.com.

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Caston Elementary receives national recognition

Caston Elementary announced it has been recognized as a 2021-22 Project Lead The Way Distinguished School. It is one of just 282 schools across the U.S. to receive this honor for providing broad access to transformative learning opportunities for students through PLTW Launch. PLTW is a nonprofit organization that serves millions of PreK-12 students and teachers in schools across the U.S.

“We are extremely proud of our teachers and students for earning this honor for the second year in a row. Caston Elementary is just one example of how PLTW provides engaging STEM curriculum so that students can have authentic learning experiences,” said Angie Miller, curriculum director.

The PLTW Distinguished School recognition honors schools committed to increasing student access, engagement and achievement in their PLTW programs. To be eligible for the designation, Caston Elementary School had to have at least 75% of the student body participating in at least one PLTW Launch module and had to offer at least one PLTW Launch module in each grade (K-5) during the 2020-21 school year.

Studies show that students decide as early as elementary

school whether they like, and think they are good at, math and science. Whether designing a car safety belt or building digital animations based on their own short stories, PLTW Launch students engage in critical and creative thinking, build teamwork skills and develop a passion for and confidence in STEM subjects.

“We are honored to recognize Caston Elementary School for their unwavering commitment to provide students with an ex-

cellent educational experience despite the last two years having been some of the most challenging in recent history for students and educators across the U.S. due to the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Dr. David Dimmett, interim president and CEO of PLTW. “Castons should be very proud of their achievements in unlocking their students’ potential and equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom no

matter what career path they choose.”

Caston Elementary is part of a community of PreK-12 schools, colleges, universities and corporate and philanthropic partners across the country united around a passion for providing students with inspiring, engaging and empowering learning opportunities. For more information about PLTW’s recognition program, visit pltw. org/our-programs/program-recognition.

New books to check out

The Akron Public Library has a variety of new titles in for October if you’re looking to curl up with a book this fall.

Among the new titles available: “Edge of Dusk” by Colleen Coble; “Remember to Love” by Mary Balogh; “The Bodyguard” by Katherine Center; “The Sweet Remnants of Summer” by Alexander McCall Smith;

“Crossfire” by Lynette Eason; “The Deadly Shadows” by Dani Pettrey; “The Investigator” by John Sandford; “The Last to Vanish” by Megan Miranda; and “The Retreat” by Sarah Pearce.

Also, “Escape” by James Patterson and David Ellis; “The Record Keeper” by Charles Martin; “The Challenge” by Danielle Steel; “The War Girls” by V.S.

Alexander; “All Your Perfects” by Colleen Hoover; “Hatchet Island” by Paul Doiron; “Room and Board” by Miriam Parker; “The Ink Black Heart” by Robert Galbraith; and “The Butcher and the Wren” by Alaina Urquhart.

The Akron Carnegie Public Library is located at 205 E. Rochester St., Akron.

Akron’s Ron Shewman honored for 40 years of coaching football

rie, the teamwork we had, which was still very much a part of the program [at Tippecanoe Valley].”

Akron’s Ron Shewman was honored by the Indiana Football Coaches Association for reaching the 40year mark coaching high school and middle school football. He received the honor at the IFCA North South All-Star game held July 15 at Ben Davis High School in Indianapolis.

In addition to coaching football since 1982, Shewman has also coached track, wrestling and baseball. Currently he is offensive coordinator for North Manchester High School, following a stint at North Miami.

“You need an understanding wife,” Shewman commented. His wife, Peggy Shewman, is an athletic department secretary at Tippecanoe Valley High School, where Ron played four years as an inside linebacker and offensive guard before graduating in 1978, the year the program went 12-1. The couple have two sons and one daughter.

Shewman’s road to coaching began following a farming accident in 1981, in which he lost much of his left arm. While in therapy, Shewman said he “got the bug to get back involved with football,” thanks, in part, to the encouragement of Tippecanoe Valley Coach Charlie Smith. “He was really supportive,” recalled Shewman, who began volunteering at the school, helping out with inside linebackers on defense.

Shewman was drawn back to football because of the “camarade-

He also credits football with saving his life at the time of the accident. “It’s the toughness you develop from playing the game.”

Eventually, Shewman would develop an interest in the offensive side of the ball, and he has spent much of the subsequent years as an offensive coordinator. “I like the tactical portion of the game.”

Shewman’s first paid coaching job was at Akron Jr. High School, where he coached for five years before eventually working his way up to a job coaching offensive and defensive linemen at Tippecanoe Valley High School in 1990.

Since then, Shewman has also coached at Tippecanoe Valley Middle School, Northwestern High School, North Miami High School and North Manchester High School, where he is coaching his 41st season.

In addition to coaching, Shewman is an environmental health and safety manager at Clayton Homes in Middlebury. He expressed gratitude, stating, “all my employers who were willing to allow me to leave to coach. I sincerely appreciate that.”

In spite of working in Middlebury and coaching all over northern Indiana, Shewman has always lived on or near property bought by his grandparents “around the corner” from Tippecanoe Valley High School. “I’ve never lived less than

five miles away from where I grew up as a kid.”

As for his future in coaching, Shewman noted IFCA gives a watch to coaches reaching the 50year mark, which would fit nicely with his 20, 30 and 40-year plaques.

“The coaching association does a nice job of honoring coaches.”

Candidates compete for United States Senate

the Democratic National Committee’s Veterans and Military Families Council.

Two candidates are seeking the U.S. Senate seat: Tom McDermott, representing the Democratic party, and incumbent Senator Todd Young, representing the Republican party.

Tom McDermott

Serving as Mayor of Hammond for the past 18 years, McDermott is running to extend positive change to Hoosiers statewide.

McDermott is a husband, father of four, former youth baseball coach and a member of the St. John Bosco parish. He served six years in the U.S. Navy as a nuclear submariner during the Persian Gulf War. He later pursued his education at Purdue Northwest and University of Notre Dame, receiving high honors in finance and a law degree.

He has been heavily involved with community organizations and boards; he has held the titles of Sagamore of the Wabash, Deputy Chairman of the Indiana Democratic Party, Chairman of the Lake County Democratic Central Committee and Chair to

McDermott’s initiative is to restore the reproductive rights of women in Indiana and nationwide, cap the rising health care costs, allocate resources for veterans, stand behind small businesses, impose gun safety laws with respect to the second amendment, ensure quality education, protect voting rights, create a sustainable economy through addressing environmental crises, protection of rural farmlands and the legalization of marijuana.

Todd Young

Young, fifth generation Hoosier, is running for his second term in U.S. Senate to make our country safer and stronger.

Young grew up outside of Indianapolis and still resides near there with his family. Through his

childhood he delivered newspapers, mowed lawns and mopped floors at his family’s small business. He graduated with honors from the U.S. Naval Academy

and served in the Marines for a decade. He also served as a legislative assistant in the U.S. Senate and received a law degree from Indiana University.

Young served as a conservative congressman and was the primary sponsor or cosponsor of 38 bills that became law, which became a total of 76 bills, after he was inducted as Senator in 2016.

Young’s initiative is to combat inflation and gas prices, secure the southern border, hold the Chinese communist party accountable, confirm constitutionalist judges, support law enforcement, continue the pro-life movement, protect gun rights within the second amendment, allocate resources for veterans and support local small businesses.

Dunbar and Paxton vie for Henry Township Trustee office

Bonita “Bonnie” Dunbar, Democrat, and Lisa Paxton, Republican, are the candidates running for the office of Henry Township Trustee in the upcoming midterm elections being held Nov. 8.

The Shopping Guide News asked each candidate to provide a short biography and a response to the question, “Why are you running for Henry Township Trustee?”

Bonita Dunbar

“My husband and I have lived in Akron for over 30 years. Our son graduated from valley and now lives in Fort Wayne with his wife and daughter. I graduated from Manchester High School, went to International Jr. College and received a business degree. I worked for Montgomery Ward for 15 years in different store locations including Fort Wayne, Chicago and the New York buying office. I returned to college, earned my teaching degree from Indiana University South Bend. I was the area five head start teacher in the Akron school for 15 years and retired from teaching after 24 years. I was honored to received from the state the ‘Indiana 2015 Golden Hoosier Award’ for my volunteer work.

I have a heart for service and since I’ve retired from teaching I have found myself wanting to be involved more with my community. I have worked with a variety of government and nonprofit agencies, written grants, answered

the HOPE helpline and was poverty lead. I am an intake person for UWSM of Akron working with people that are struggling. I have an accounting and management background as an operating manager working for Montgomery Ward. I believe I have a wealth of knowledge that can be used in the position of the trustee. Please watch for my name on the ballot as Bonita Dunbar. I will be honored to serve the people of Henry Township, work with the fire department and Township Trustee Board as the township trustee.”

Lisa Paxton

Lisa Paxton has been a resident of Henry Township since 1985 when she became the agriculture teacher and FFA advisor at Tippecanoe Valley High School. Ms. Paxton has spent her life with an active role in the agriculture industry, not only as a teacher, but enthusiastically engaged with her husband Brent in their row crop and broiler production operation.

Ms. Paxton chose to actively pursue the position as Henry Township Trustee as she is dedicated to ‘giving back’ to the community in which she has raised her family. Lisa knows that she can contribute to the community by serving in this role, which primarily assists the Henry Township Fire Department and works with community members for township assistance when needed. Lisa’s background in leadership, close connections with many local families and being a local business owner has her deeply vested in Henry Township.

Macy Christian Craft Fair on Nov. 12

Macy Christian Church is hosting a craft fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, 190 E. Commerce St, Macy. In addition to crafts created by church members, including wood carvings by Pastor Brad Hisey, 15 arts and crafts vendors will have items for sale. Food and refreshment will also be available through Dick’s Taco Truck and a hot dog truck.

According to organizer Penelope Wagley, the church’s craft group has been meeting every week for months to create scarves, wreaths and other handcrafted items, some holiday-related, to sell at the event.

The craft fair is a fundraiser for the church’s youth group. Every Tuesday and Thursday the fellowship hall is open for use by school-age children from Macy and the surrounding, largely rural areas, which include Nyona and South Mud Lakes.

The goal, said Wagley, is to “give kids a safe place to be with other kids.” As well as making crafts, playing games and pingpong, kids can bring their school devices to access church wifi to do homework and get help from tutors. “We want to show Christian

love and help the kids to be successful.”

In addition to children from local schools, the church is also frequented by home schooled children. “It not just local school but local areas.”

The fundraiser will help pay for meals and provide a “safe place for activities, all supported by the church family and community,” said Wagley.

For additional information, visit macychristian.org and www. facebook.com/macychristianchurch

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Auction

Personal Property of Paul and Nancy Rynearson

Model 77A 22 cal. Smith & Wesson pump pellet rifle; Magic Chef microwave; Sears Royal electric typewriter with case; ping pong table; Weider weight bench; Nordic Track; 4-drawer filing cabinet; L. Rosali Accordion; cast iron bathtub; games; pictures; bookshelf; Kenmore cabinet sewing machine; Wurlitzer organ; lamps; Pioneer cassette stereo system; Bino-Lux 7 x 35 binoculars; oil lamp; KitchenAid food processor; pots, pans, bakeware; box fan; electric heater; bed linens; yard stick collection; potato bin; cedar chest; Kenmore vacuum; double bed; twin bed. Lincoln welder; Sears 2 hp air compressor; Sears HD chest freezer; Schwinn womens bike; MTD snow blower; wheel barrow; mechanic creeper; B&D electric hedge trimmer; trouble lights; extension cords; Craftsman tool chest; misc. hand tools; Worx electric chain saw; Rochester New York painted milk can; Shop Craft bench grinder; shovels; mole traps; shop vac; 6’ fiberglass step ladder; hand tree trimmer; 28’ aluminum extension ladder; fertilizer lawn spreader; lawn roller; 3 lawn mowers; Echo weed eater; Cement goose; coolers; electric power washer (new); scrap metal; small air compressor (new); gas lantern (2).

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P UBLIC A UCTIONS

Rynearson Public Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at 428 W. Fourth St. Rochester. Rifle, microwave, organ, stereo system, appliances, tools, lawn and garden, chainsaw, air compressor and more.

Coin Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at 338 S. Walnut St., Etna Green, located at the Heritage Park Community Building. Approximately 300 lots. For a pre-auction itemized list contact Ball Auction, (574) 342-8299 or Tony Tribalski, (574) 549-2430. ballrealtygroup.com

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And Log Home Auction

6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26,

13033 N. 750W, Silver Lake. 138 acres with log home: Tract 1, 20 acres with log home; tract 2, 20 acres with woods; tract 3, 20 acres with woods; tract 4, 57 acres with wetlands; tract 5, 20 acres with pond and building site. Photos and information online, metzgerauction.com

Online Only Equipment And Tool Auction

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 3234 E. 550N, Rochester. Hit and miss engines, tractors, Kawasaki Mule, equipment, lathes, milling machine, tools, advertising, outdoor and more. bidmetzger. com, (260) 982-0238.

Kurtz Public Auction 9:30 a.m. (CST) Saturday, Oct.

29, 1001 E. 500N, Grovertown. Located west of Plymouth on US 30 to SR 23, then north one mile to auction. Real estate sells at 9:30 a.m.; personal property sells at 10 a.m. Three bedroom, two bathroom 1997 manufactured home on 1 acre with three-car attached garage, above ground pool and pool house. Household, collectibles, furniture, appliances, shop, lawn and garden, 2003 Jaguar X-type, 2006 Chevy Monte Carlo, 2006 Ford F-150 Lariat, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2000 Harley Davidson motorcyle and more. Go to ballrealtygroup.com to see pictures. (574) 342-8299.

God speed to a mentor

This past Saturday, Oct. 15, Rochester lost a very good man and one who meant a lot to me as he was a business mentor of mine going back over 40 years.

I refer to Val Pemberton who passed Saturday at the age of 97. Val was a member of the “Greatest Generation” in every sense of the definition. Val served with distinction in both World War II and the Korean war as an air force pilot flying many combat sorties serving with distinction.

As a family man, he and his wife Joyce, raised five children. He participated in many service organizations including Kiwanis and as FEDCO director. This brief mention of Val’s accomplishments and

service to his country, family and community can be better stated by his current wife Shirley Pemberton.

The experience I had with Val goes back to when he was general manager at Torx Products, Camcar/Textron in Rochester. I was the youngest staff manager Torx and Camcar ever had. People ask about my business education; do I have an MBA? I respond by saying “No I have an MBE (Masters of Business Experience) as a result of working for managers like Val.” Val taught me the art of “Management by Objective” working with all departments with a plan of goals and objectives that ultimately compliment and help obtain the organizations goals.

He was disciplined, organized, tough but fair. He ex-

pected nothing but full effort from his managers and never settled for less. Of course, he always expected more out of himself than any of his managers. He taught the value of good communication. He sent hand written notes to people for life changing and rewarding events. He was loyal and honest. Just a good example for a 25-year-old manager to work with on a daily basis. His loyalty followed me through years of management growth with notes of congratulations and good-will clear into the mayor’s office. Up until this past year, when he became ill, he would send me notes periodically giving advice and suggestions regarding the city. I will miss those notes.

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Val Pemberton, a good man.

The best citizens (Read: Romans 13:1-14)

“Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.” (Romans 13:1)

Let’s study the Bible

Christians have been called out of this world (John 15:18 and 17:14), but they still have responsibilities to the state. The best citizen ought to be the Christian citizen. There are four motives for obeying human government.

First, for wrath’s sake (Romans 13:1-4): The “higher powers” (verse 1) are the rulers of government, even though they may not be Christians. We must recognize the fact even an unsaved government official is a minister of God. Even if we cannot respect the person, we must respect the God-ordained

office. Rulers are a terror to bad people, not to good people; so people who live consistent Christian lives need not fear.

Second, for conscience’s sake (Romans 13:5-7): Fear is perhaps the lowest motive for Christian obedience; a Holy Spirit-directed conscience lifts us to a higher level. The Christian should experience the spirit witnessing to his or her conscience (Romans 9:1); and, if we disobey the Lord, we know it when the Holy Spirit convicts our consciences. Some people have an evil conscience that is unreliable. The obedient

Christian should have a good conscience (1 Timothy 1:5). To disobey constantly and refuse the witness of the spirit in the conscience leads to a defiled conscience (Titus 1:15), a seared or calloused conscience (1 Timothy 4:2) and finally a rejected conscience (1 Timothy 1:19).

Third, for love’s sake (Romans 13:8-10): Now Paul enlarges the circle to include not only government officials, but our neighbors as well. While the believer lives under the law of the land, he also lives under a much higher law as a citizen of heaven: the law of love. A husband does not labor all day because the law tells him to support his family, but because he loves them. Where there is love there will be no murder, dishonesty, stealing or other kinds of selfishness. More people are won through love than through arguments. The Christian who is walking in love is the best citizen and the best witness.

Fourth, for the Savior’s sake (Romans13:11-14): We reach the pinnacle of motives in these verses: from fear to conscience, to love, to devotion to Christ. “Our salvation” is nearer in the sense that Christ’s coming for the church is nearer today than ever before. By “salvation” Paul means the total blessing that we will have when Christ comes — including new bodies and a new home.

Sadly, the last days will be days of lawlessness (2 Timothy 3 and 1 John 3:4). It will be increasingly difficult for dedicated Christians to maintain their testimony. Governments will become more opposed to the Bible and to Christ, until at last the Anti-Christ bonds the world into one great satanic system to oppose the truth. Read 2 Timothy 3:12-4:5 to see what God expects from us in these last days.

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

The art of Kathy Zentz on display at Rochester Library

The newest art exhibit at the Fulton County Public Library, 320 W. 7th St., Rochester, features the work of Kathy Zentz. Her mixed media pieces, inspired by her love of nature and travel, will be on display in the Great Hall until Nov. 30.

Zentz is a retired teacher of 38 years from Caston Jr./Sr. High School. As the only art teacher for

grades 7-12, she has extensive experience in most mediums. However, she has had a love of teaching and art since early childhood and has been a seamstress all of her life.

Zentz received her bachelors degree in art education and home economics from Ball State, as well as a masters degree from Indiana University.

She has and is always challenging herself. As a believer in lifelong learning, she takes many classes and workshops, and she uses photos from her world travels and enjoys translating those images into mixed media pieces. Nature is usually a theme in her work and represents her love of color and design. Fabric or textile is her favorite medium, and her creative projects display an intense attention to detail.

As an active member of Heartland Artists of Plymouth, Zentz has taught many of the art classes for all ages, believing it is important to encourage and support art for everyone.

The exhibit is sponsored by FCPL and Erica Coffing Art.

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