Times-Union Court News 02-08-2000
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Jorge Delgado (Arteaga), 24, and Aurora Hernandez (Castro), 26, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw,
• Ricardo H. Flores, 35, and Margarita Brito Delgado, 29, both of North CR 175E, Warsaw.
• Bryan Cable, 36, and Angelia Lee Leckrone, 32, and Ind. 15S, Silver Lake.
• Gerald D. Kreft, 35, Ind. 19N, Etna Green, and Donna S. King, 38, West Forest Avenue, Warsaw.
• Russell Lee Runyon, 26, and Brandice Chastity Yuncker, 23, both of East CR 1100N, Syracuse.
• Harry W. Wolford, 52, and Marcia J. Himes, 51, both of South Detroit Street, Warsaw.
• David Lee Kistler, 26, and Michelle Lynn Marshall, 29, both of North Sixth Street, Pierceton.
• Salud Gonzalez Vera, 42, and Guillermina Cerda, 44, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Richard A. Doerscher, 42, and Janet L. Taylor, 45, both of Blacks Court North, North Webster.
• John Devon Zolman, 23, and Jennie Kay Loubert, 25, both of Meadow Ridge Drive, Warsaw.
• Richard Dean Wallace Jr., 26, Old Road 30W, Warsaw, and Holly Renae Vining, 21, North Park Avenue, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• North Webster PTFO vs. Tracy L. Current. Plaintiff awarded $223.50.
• Kehler Law Office vs. Paul Birchman. Plaintiff awarded $1,000.
• Tye Scott vs. Donald Andrew Leemon. Plaintiff awarded $748.94.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. vs. Miller & Sons Structures Inc. Plaintiff awarded $2,398.77.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. vs. Jody A. Lacke. Plaintiff awarded $798.38.
• Medical & Dental Business awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Sherman Gunnels, $457.53; Jason Farmer, $112.73; Charles Miller, $559.29; Steven M. and Tamara Vetor, $646.70.
• Snow & Sauerteig vs. Stacy Jones. Plaintiff awarded $1,080.28.
• NEW Plumbing & Heating awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Tim Miller, $506.58, and ExtendaCare, $382.10.
• 30 West Auto Sales & Service Inc. vs. Renee Saunders. Plaintiff awarded $675.
• Donald Engel vs. Darlena Sieczynski. Plaintiff awarded $743.19.
• Star Gas Propane, L.P., awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Richard Montague, $854.58; Tricia Beezley, $159.80; Jason Wright, $463.86; and Nativadad Cordero, $412.84.
• Steve Carman vs. Jeff and Tuesday Schultz. Plaintiff awarded $1,350.
• Jerr-Co Inc. vs. Jerry and Bonnie Pletcher. Plaintiff awarded $86.15.
• Monteith Tire Co. Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Victor Mitchell, $645.94; Tim Garris, $163.97; and Dannie K. Davis, $483.60.
• Gast Fuel & Service Inc. vs. Willard J. Bright. Plaintiff awarded $1,087.33.
• Sharon Hoffman vs. Dannie K. Davis. Plaintiff awarded $521.26.
• John and Becky Deeter vs. Roy and Anita White. Plaintiffs awarded $175.
• Jan Shane vs. Leslie and Rodney Bays. Plaintiff awarded $355.40.
• Ace Hardware of Mentone vs. Fairview Chick Sales Inc. Plaintiff awarded $1,458.45.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Willie G. Baldridge, $106.17; Rita M. McKinzie, $442.66; Kennel Williams, $375.36; Sherry Swinehart, $268.14; William L. and Yvonne R. Vance, $642.67; Steven M. Vetor, $398.09; Richard D. Walls, $305.61; Alisha Schmidt, $215.10; Tim and Janet A. See, $140.41; Donald E. Sloan, $86.49;
Also, Paul D. Smith, $233.13; Timmy Lee Smith, $649.36; Jamie L. Sumwalt, $53.75; Loretta and Gary A. King, $547.88; Teresa L. Lechleidner, $254.68; Deborah J. Phillips, $194.74; Linda G. Ping, $1,676.74; Abel David Jr., $2,811.63; Alma F. Ramos, $236.96; Santos Salazar, $343.27;
Also, Cheryl L. Biltz, $189.39; Donald Chilcutt, $867.70; Dennis S. and Leanne M. Coffman, $336.68; Wilma Craig, $530.30; Gene H. Denz, $354.37; Mike and Donna Hively,$311.77; Mary L. Jarrell, $405.79; and Michael Sleighter, $216.53.
• Bruce Stephens vs. Hall & Marose Insurance. Plaintiff awarded $2,226.86.
Superior Court II
The following misdemeanors and infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko Superior Court II with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following people also paid $325.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $24.50 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Christina Diemer, Winona Lake.
The following people also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $17 in March and license suspended 90 days was Cory Tom, Syracuse.
Fined $24.50 in February, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Joyce Tran, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in November were Sarah Ellison, Warsaw; Donald Clark, Warsaw; and Derek Custer, Milford.
Fined $50 in July was Moses McNees, Winona Lake.
Judgment (court costs only) in July against Randy Austin, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in November was Paul Shuey, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in July was Randy Austin, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in March was Ralph Fink, Syracuse.
Fleeing Law Enforcement - Fined $100 in November was Donald Clark, Warsaw.
Possession Of A Handgun Without A License - Fined $50 in November and sentenced to 45 days in jail was Donald Clark, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $65 in December was Guy N. Miller, 18, Akron.
Fined $27 in January were Nancy S. Schmucker, 30, Etna Green, and Kimberly J. Nifong, 20, Etna Green.
Fined $27 in December were Michiko E. Yamano, 19, South Whitley; Chad E. Johnson, 28, Warsaw; and Alberta M. Mast, 56, Pierceton.
Fined $27 in August was Mandy R. Humphrey, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in August was Jill A. Mays, 43, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in January were Rachel A. Slone, 17, Warsaw; Nathaniel J. Cook, 19, Warsaw; and Ronnie L. Cornell, 34, North Manchester.
Fined $12 in December were Matthew D. Stevens, 19, Warsaw; Daniel P. Dalton, 54, Warsaw; Susan R. McClanahan, 36, Pierceton; Keri Kruger, 17, Winona Lake; Matthew R. Hatfield, 22, Mentone; Catherine H. Pliett, 27, Syracuse; Travis A. Nichols, 16, Claypool; and Andrea E. Nichols, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in November were Floyd R. Hill, 36, Cromwell, and Glen G. Ashby, 24, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in January was Joshua A. Cripe, 18, Sidney.
Fined $7 in December were Terry J. Graber, 45, Nappanee, and William J. Miller, 34, Bourbon.
Fined $7 in November was Robert C. McKibben, 30, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in January were Blanca E. Victoriano, 26, Warsaw, and Phillip Abbett, 56, Pierceton.
Improper Display Of License Plate - Fined $7 in January was Carl E. Coy, 20, Winona Lake.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in January was Rachelle L. Smith, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in December was Lorraine P. Carson, 52, North Webster.
Fined $7 in July was David R. Cesaretti, 43, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Traffic Control Device - Fined $7 in January was Jody L. Planck, 38, Rochester.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in January was Sergio O. Almaguer, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in December were Ivan Andrade, 18, Milford, and Albert L. Stricklin, 62, North Webster.
Fined $7 in November was John K. Delong, 39, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in August was Justo Pedroza, 17, Cromwell.
Improper Taillights - Fined $7 in January was Oscar Hernandez, 36, Milford.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in January was Jane L. Griggs, 35, Warsaw.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in January was Vararee D. Swain, 43, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in December was Shane W. Wallace, 20, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in October was Daniel L. Blue, 26, South Whitley.
Violation Of Probationary License - Judgment (court costs only) in January was Rachel A. Slone, 17, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $25 in January was Dean E. McNutt, 30, Etna Green.
Judgment (court costs only) in December against Richard B. Turner, 38, Syracuse.
Child Restraint Violation - Judgment (court costs only) in January against Allan E. Waggoner, 31, Syracuse.
Judgment (court costs only) in December against Brian L. Rose, 31, Leesburg.
False Registration - Fined $7 in December was Andrea Nichols, Warsaw.
Expired Driver's License - Fined $7 in December was Cathy S. Randall, 45, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in November was Robert F. Johnson, 29, Warsaw.
Learner Permit Violation - Fined $7 in December was Jonas Miller, 18, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in November was Jose G. Lara, 44, Warsaw.
Improper Display Of License Plate - Fined $7 in December was Jonas Miller, Syracuse.
Failure To Dim Headlights - Fined $7 in December was Estelle D. Neddef, 42, Mentone.
Fined $7 in July was Charlene K. Marshall, 29, Silver Lake.
Driving Without Proof Of Financial Responsibility - Fined $50 in December were Mary J. Compton, 63, Silver Lake, and Mario R. Garza, 53, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in October was Bernadette E. Yaney, 26, North Manchester.
Unsafe Start From Park - Fined $7 in December was William B. Elliott, 20, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in January was Pamela K. Gerber, 39, Syracuse.
Fined $20 in December was Cassandra M. Wadkins, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in November were Robert F. Johnson, 29, Warsaw, and Samantha R. Pettit, 25, Cromwell.
The following person was found not guilty of charges:
Unsafe Start From Park - (August) Brian C. Hodorek, 20, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (December) Robert Schultz II, Warsaw; (July) Everett Johnston, Rochester (four counts); (February) Joyce Wise, Pierceton (two counts); Connie Hite, Mentone (two counts).
Driving Without A License - (December) Sergio Almaguer, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - (July) Jerald Womack, Warsaw.
Diversion
The following person has entered into a diversion agreement through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $150 fee. If the defendant commits no other violations during a one-year period following signing of the agreement, the charge will be dismissed.
Criminal Trespass - (February) Scott Landis, Pierceton.
Deferrals
The following people have entered into deferral agreements through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $77 fee. If the defendants commit no other violations during a five-month period following signing of the agreement, the charges will be dismissed.
Speeding - (January) Laura L. Newton, 29, Pierceton; Eric D. English, 16, Pierceton; Tammy S. Datzman, 30, Warsaw; Tristen M. Weicht, 16, Warsaw; (December) Jonna L. Reffitt, 17, Pierceton.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Estlick-Girvin & Lefever vs. Jerry Grady, East CR 1000N, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due for insurance coverage, plus court costs.
• Byrider Finance Inc. vs. Travis J. Tanner, East CR 200N, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $1,691.37 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• NIPSCO vs. Miguel Yanez Ramirez, Old Ind. 15N, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,730.75 for damage resulting from a Feb. 2, 1998, auto accident, plus interest and court costs.
• First Step Finance Inc. vs. Donald Ray Shepherd, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,219.47 due on contract, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Hoosier Insurance Co. vs. Juan C. Reynoso, Eastgate Apartments, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $1,609.80 for damage resulting from a July 30, 1999, auto accident on the parking lot of Automotive Unltd., East Center Street, Warsaw.
Marriage Dissolutions
Bartels
Steven D. Bartels, North CR 600E, Syracuse, and Jessica L. Bartels, Albion. They were married Dec. 31, 1995, and separated Jan. 31, 2000. There are no minor children.
Campbell
Lynn Ray Campbell, North CR 600W, Larwill, and Mary Lorraine Campbell, Columbia City. They were married Feb. 1, 1997, and separated Jan. 7, 2000. There are no minor children.
Carter
Barbara C. Carter, Anchorage Road, Warsaw, and Roger L. Carter, North Lake Street, Warsaw. They were married July 26, 1980, and separated Nov. 1, 1999. There are three minor children.
Daffron
Mary Ruth Daffron, Kosciusko County, and Ronald Ray Daffron, North CR 650E, North Webster. They were married Sept. 9, 1970, and separated Dec. 18, 1999. There are no minor children.
Derossett
Billy Derossett, Argonne Road, Warsaw, and Melissa R. Derossett, West Walnut Street, Claypool. They were married May 2, 1987, and separated Dec. 31, 1999. There are two minor children.
Kennedy
Robert A. Kennedy, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw, and Amy Jo Kennedy, Ra-Mar Drive, Warsaw. They were married July 12, 1991, and separated Dec. 6, 1999. There are two minor children.
Slone
Mark A. Slone, East CR 150N, Pierceton, and Linda L. Slone, South CR 100E, Claypool. They were married July 26, 1980, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There are three minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Tranex Credit Corp. vs. Enrique A. Marrufo and Tina Marrufo Gibson. Plaintiff awarded $7,114.25 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Royster-Clark Inc., formerly known as IMC Agribusiness Inc. vs. Eric L. Decker. Plaintiff awarded $12,169.87 by default, plus court costs.
• Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: John Tuttle, $733; Brett Bowling, $2,584.20; Carol Bauer, $1,329.42; and Crystal Kilander, $1,381.
• Countrywide Home Loans Inc. vs. Donald E. Jr. and Ruby I. Wilson and The Money Store-TMS Mortgage Inc. Plaintiff awarded $87,341.94 by default, plus interest, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Horace Mann Insurance Co. vs. John G. Goble. Plaintiff awarded $8,857.72 by default, plus court costs.
• Valentine & Miner vs. Rogelio Nunez Rico. Plaintiff awarded $2,021.69 by default, plus interest.
• Byrider Finance Inc. vs. Johnny K. Huff. Plaintiff awarded $4,720.16 by default, plus court costs.
• Concord Financial Services Inc. vs. Donald and Margie Caverley. Plaintiff awarded $6,009.30 by default, plus court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• John D. Zolman vs. Brandson S. and Teresa Lechleidner. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Cathy A. (former name Heath restored) and Richard L. Gross. Jan. 26.
• Shannon M.L. (former name Bates restored) and Uriah T. Binion. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $90 per week in child support. Jan. 28.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Creditmax Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned agreements, plus court costs: Grace E. and George E. Shepherd, 14th Street, Winona Lake, $6,257.95; Oshie T. Waddell Jr., East CR 950N, Syracuse, $5,308.69; and Shawn P. Conwell, Warsaw, $4,863.20.
• Bank of America Mortgage, successor by merger to Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp., vs. Daren D., Carmen T., Loren E. and Donna J. Maierle, all of School Street, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $72,205.96 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Christopher Barnhill, South Bend, and Gabriel Thornburg, East North Street, Bourbon, vs. Melanie Shue, EMS W30 Lane, North Webster. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Jan. 18, 1999, auto accident. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
Marriage Dissolutions
Archer
Jennifer Jo Archer, North Fourth of July Avenue, Cromwell, and Gregory Steven Archer, North Pollyanna Pike, Cromwell. They were married Jan. 17, 1999, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
DeRush
Deanna Ann DeRush, West Summy Road, Leesburg, and Bruce DeRush, North Biomet Drive, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 17, 1994, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There is one minor child.
Eldridge
Samantha J. and Matthew S. Eldridge, Ind. 15N, Warsaw. They were married March 14, 1991, and separated Dec. 7, 1999. There are no minor children.
Farmer
Jennifer Farmer, East Market Street, Warsaw, and Steven K. Farmer, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 30, 1995, and separated in October 1999. There are no minor children.
Harding
Christopher A. Harding, Chestnut Street, Winona Lake, and Olga O. Harding, Ind. 19N, Etna Green. They were married Dec. 20, 1995, and separated July 12, 1999. There are two minor children.
Robbins
Jeff Robbins, Fascination Way, Cromwell, and Virginia Robbins, Indianapolis. They were married June 1, 1996, and separated Feb. 1, 1999. There are no minor children.
Scott
Brian M. Scott, South Covered Bridge Lane, North Webster, and Terryl L. Scott, East Greenhaus Drive, Syracuse. They were married Oct. 5, 1985, and separated Jan. 31, 2000. There are two minor children.
Slone
Linda L. Slone, South CR 100E, Claypool, and Mark A. Slone, East CR 150N, Pierceton. They were married July 26, 1980, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There are three minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Farmers State Bank of Mentone vs. Stuart E. Furbee, et al. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $138,001.03, plus interest, from Stuart E. and Pamela J. Furbee; $42,406.66, plus interest from the Furbees; and mortgage ordered foreclosed as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Byrider Finance Inc. vs. James W. and Kimberly S. Streby. Plaintiff awarded $6,853.16 by default, plus court costs.
• State of Indiana vs. Steven A. Salzwedel. Plaintiff awarded $2,170 by default, plus court costs.
• Snow & Sauerteig vs. Elizabeth Clark. Plaintiff awarded $4,515.44 by default, plus interest.
• Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, ACA, vs. Doyle L., Elaine A., Gary L. and Dana M. Munson, Doyle Munson Farms Inc., Reese Equipment Co., First National Bank of Warsaw and Frick Services Inc. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $342,220.96, plus costs incurred, interest and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of secured property to satisfy judgment.
• Norwest Bank/Minnesota vs. James Richard and Vicki Lynn Best. Plaintiff awarded $$81,674.85 by default, plus interest, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. Royce Meyers.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Elizabeth G. Elliott Morgan and Michael Morgan vs. Eileen Crews.
• Jacqueline and Bud VanScoik vs. Wolverine Mutual Insurance Co.
• Brian Johnson, a minor by his natural guardian and custodial parent, Monica Waikel, and Monica Waikel vs. Warsaw Community High School and Paul Gibson.
• Haimbaugh Enterprises Inc. vs. Oxford House Inc.
• Melissa Lindley vs. The Kroger Co.
• Bernice Bellamy, individually and as natural parent and guardian of John Austin Bellamy, vs. Michael P. O'Connell, Tammy L. Lukens and Mary Kathleen Slattery, as personal representatives of the estate of Thomas L. O'Connell, deceased, and Economy Fire and Casualty Co., doing business as St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Co. This case is dismissed as to Lukens and Slattery only.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• National City Bank/Indiana, as successor by merger of First of America Bank/Indiana, vs. Arnold G. Jr. and Deborah L. Hurd.
• Joaquina Lopez vs. Michael Grevenstuk et al.
• Contimortgage Corp. vs. Thomas L. Bell, et al.
• Long Beach Mortgage Co. vs. Debra L. Rapsavage, Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union and American General Finance Inc.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Jerry Ervin and Debra (former name Lozano restored). Jan. 21.
• Tina and Enrique A. Marrufo. Jan. 26.
• Joan and Christopher Evans. Jan. 26.
• Teresa J. (former name Hainge restored) and Greg A. Swanson. Jan. 27.
• Juan Galvan and Sarah E. Pyle. Jan. 27.
Bankruptcies
The following is an explanation of bankruptcy terms:
Chapter 7: Liquidation. A court-appointed trustee liquidates the assets of an individual or firm and distributes them to creditors on a prorated basis.
Chapter 11: Business reorganization. Debtor retains possession of assets and attempts to remain in business by proposing a plan of reorganization to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings.
Chapter 13: For individuals with regular income. Often called "wage earner plan." Debtor retains assets and agrees to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
Chapter 12: The family farm bankruptcy proceeding. It is a hybrid between Chapter 13 and Chapter 11. A trustee is appointed, but the debtors remain in possession of their assets and propose to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
• Marcus and Sharon Ferguson, 9284 N. CR 200W, North Manchester. Chapter 7. Assets: $8,275. Debts: $26,992.
• Paula Horn, 317 N. Parker St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $44,429. Debts: $66,637.
• Mary See, 409 E. Columbia St., Pierceton. Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,876. Debts: $28,204.
• Mathew and Monica Tharp, 252-1/2-A N. Elm St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,726. Debts: $12,471.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Jorge Delgado (Arteaga), 24, and Aurora Hernandez (Castro), 26, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw,
• Ricardo H. Flores, 35, and Margarita Brito Delgado, 29, both of North CR 175E, Warsaw.
• Bryan Cable, 36, and Angelia Lee Leckrone, 32, and Ind. 15S, Silver Lake.
• Gerald D. Kreft, 35, Ind. 19N, Etna Green, and Donna S. King, 38, West Forest Avenue, Warsaw.
• Russell Lee Runyon, 26, and Brandice Chastity Yuncker, 23, both of East CR 1100N, Syracuse.
• Harry W. Wolford, 52, and Marcia J. Himes, 51, both of South Detroit Street, Warsaw.
• David Lee Kistler, 26, and Michelle Lynn Marshall, 29, both of North Sixth Street, Pierceton.
• Salud Gonzalez Vera, 42, and Guillermina Cerda, 44, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Richard A. Doerscher, 42, and Janet L. Taylor, 45, both of Blacks Court North, North Webster.
• John Devon Zolman, 23, and Jennie Kay Loubert, 25, both of Meadow Ridge Drive, Warsaw.
• Richard Dean Wallace Jr., 26, Old Road 30W, Warsaw, and Holly Renae Vining, 21, North Park Avenue, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• North Webster PTFO vs. Tracy L. Current. Plaintiff awarded $223.50.
• Kehler Law Office vs. Paul Birchman. Plaintiff awarded $1,000.
• Tye Scott vs. Donald Andrew Leemon. Plaintiff awarded $748.94.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. vs. Miller & Sons Structures Inc. Plaintiff awarded $2,398.77.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. vs. Jody A. Lacke. Plaintiff awarded $798.38.
• Medical & Dental Business awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Sherman Gunnels, $457.53; Jason Farmer, $112.73; Charles Miller, $559.29; Steven M. and Tamara Vetor, $646.70.
• Snow & Sauerteig vs. Stacy Jones. Plaintiff awarded $1,080.28.
• NEW Plumbing & Heating awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Tim Miller, $506.58, and ExtendaCare, $382.10.
• 30 West Auto Sales & Service Inc. vs. Renee Saunders. Plaintiff awarded $675.
• Donald Engel vs. Darlena Sieczynski. Plaintiff awarded $743.19.
• Star Gas Propane, L.P., awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Richard Montague, $854.58; Tricia Beezley, $159.80; Jason Wright, $463.86; and Nativadad Cordero, $412.84.
• Steve Carman vs. Jeff and Tuesday Schultz. Plaintiff awarded $1,350.
• Jerr-Co Inc. vs. Jerry and Bonnie Pletcher. Plaintiff awarded $86.15.
• Monteith Tire Co. Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Victor Mitchell, $645.94; Tim Garris, $163.97; and Dannie K. Davis, $483.60.
• Gast Fuel & Service Inc. vs. Willard J. Bright. Plaintiff awarded $1,087.33.
• Sharon Hoffman vs. Dannie K. Davis. Plaintiff awarded $521.26.
• John and Becky Deeter vs. Roy and Anita White. Plaintiffs awarded $175.
• Jan Shane vs. Leslie and Rodney Bays. Plaintiff awarded $355.40.
• Ace Hardware of Mentone vs. Fairview Chick Sales Inc. Plaintiff awarded $1,458.45.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Willie G. Baldridge, $106.17; Rita M. McKinzie, $442.66; Kennel Williams, $375.36; Sherry Swinehart, $268.14; William L. and Yvonne R. Vance, $642.67; Steven M. Vetor, $398.09; Richard D. Walls, $305.61; Alisha Schmidt, $215.10; Tim and Janet A. See, $140.41; Donald E. Sloan, $86.49;
Also, Paul D. Smith, $233.13; Timmy Lee Smith, $649.36; Jamie L. Sumwalt, $53.75; Loretta and Gary A. King, $547.88; Teresa L. Lechleidner, $254.68; Deborah J. Phillips, $194.74; Linda G. Ping, $1,676.74; Abel David Jr., $2,811.63; Alma F. Ramos, $236.96; Santos Salazar, $343.27;
Also, Cheryl L. Biltz, $189.39; Donald Chilcutt, $867.70; Dennis S. and Leanne M. Coffman, $336.68; Wilma Craig, $530.30; Gene H. Denz, $354.37; Mike and Donna Hively,$311.77; Mary L. Jarrell, $405.79; and Michael Sleighter, $216.53.
• Bruce Stephens vs. Hall & Marose Insurance. Plaintiff awarded $2,226.86.
Superior Court II
The following misdemeanors and infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko Superior Court II with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following people also paid $325.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $24.50 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Christina Diemer, Winona Lake.
The following people also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $17 in March and license suspended 90 days was Cory Tom, Syracuse.
Fined $24.50 in February, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Joyce Tran, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in November were Sarah Ellison, Warsaw; Donald Clark, Warsaw; and Derek Custer, Milford.
Fined $50 in July was Moses McNees, Winona Lake.
Judgment (court costs only) in July against Randy Austin, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in November was Paul Shuey, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in July was Randy Austin, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in March was Ralph Fink, Syracuse.
Fleeing Law Enforcement - Fined $100 in November was Donald Clark, Warsaw.
Possession Of A Handgun Without A License - Fined $50 in November and sentenced to 45 days in jail was Donald Clark, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $65 in December was Guy N. Miller, 18, Akron.
Fined $27 in January were Nancy S. Schmucker, 30, Etna Green, and Kimberly J. Nifong, 20, Etna Green.
Fined $27 in December were Michiko E. Yamano, 19, South Whitley; Chad E. Johnson, 28, Warsaw; and Alberta M. Mast, 56, Pierceton.
Fined $27 in August was Mandy R. Humphrey, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in August was Jill A. Mays, 43, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in January were Rachel A. Slone, 17, Warsaw; Nathaniel J. Cook, 19, Warsaw; and Ronnie L. Cornell, 34, North Manchester.
Fined $12 in December were Matthew D. Stevens, 19, Warsaw; Daniel P. Dalton, 54, Warsaw; Susan R. McClanahan, 36, Pierceton; Keri Kruger, 17, Winona Lake; Matthew R. Hatfield, 22, Mentone; Catherine H. Pliett, 27, Syracuse; Travis A. Nichols, 16, Claypool; and Andrea E. Nichols, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in November were Floyd R. Hill, 36, Cromwell, and Glen G. Ashby, 24, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in January was Joshua A. Cripe, 18, Sidney.
Fined $7 in December were Terry J. Graber, 45, Nappanee, and William J. Miller, 34, Bourbon.
Fined $7 in November was Robert C. McKibben, 30, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in January were Blanca E. Victoriano, 26, Warsaw, and Phillip Abbett, 56, Pierceton.
Improper Display Of License Plate - Fined $7 in January was Carl E. Coy, 20, Winona Lake.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in January was Rachelle L. Smith, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in December was Lorraine P. Carson, 52, North Webster.
Fined $7 in July was David R. Cesaretti, 43, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Traffic Control Device - Fined $7 in January was Jody L. Planck, 38, Rochester.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in January was Sergio O. Almaguer, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in December were Ivan Andrade, 18, Milford, and Albert L. Stricklin, 62, North Webster.
Fined $7 in November was John K. Delong, 39, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in August was Justo Pedroza, 17, Cromwell.
Improper Taillights - Fined $7 in January was Oscar Hernandez, 36, Milford.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in January was Jane L. Griggs, 35, Warsaw.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in January was Vararee D. Swain, 43, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in December was Shane W. Wallace, 20, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in October was Daniel L. Blue, 26, South Whitley.
Violation Of Probationary License - Judgment (court costs only) in January was Rachel A. Slone, 17, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $25 in January was Dean E. McNutt, 30, Etna Green.
Judgment (court costs only) in December against Richard B. Turner, 38, Syracuse.
Child Restraint Violation - Judgment (court costs only) in January against Allan E. Waggoner, 31, Syracuse.
Judgment (court costs only) in December against Brian L. Rose, 31, Leesburg.
False Registration - Fined $7 in December was Andrea Nichols, Warsaw.
Expired Driver's License - Fined $7 in December was Cathy S. Randall, 45, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in November was Robert F. Johnson, 29, Warsaw.
Learner Permit Violation - Fined $7 in December was Jonas Miller, 18, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in November was Jose G. Lara, 44, Warsaw.
Improper Display Of License Plate - Fined $7 in December was Jonas Miller, Syracuse.
Failure To Dim Headlights - Fined $7 in December was Estelle D. Neddef, 42, Mentone.
Fined $7 in July was Charlene K. Marshall, 29, Silver Lake.
Driving Without Proof Of Financial Responsibility - Fined $50 in December were Mary J. Compton, 63, Silver Lake, and Mario R. Garza, 53, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in October was Bernadette E. Yaney, 26, North Manchester.
Unsafe Start From Park - Fined $7 in December was William B. Elliott, 20, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in January was Pamela K. Gerber, 39, Syracuse.
Fined $20 in December was Cassandra M. Wadkins, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in November were Robert F. Johnson, 29, Warsaw, and Samantha R. Pettit, 25, Cromwell.
The following person was found not guilty of charges:
Unsafe Start From Park - (August) Brian C. Hodorek, 20, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (December) Robert Schultz II, Warsaw; (July) Everett Johnston, Rochester (four counts); (February) Joyce Wise, Pierceton (two counts); Connie Hite, Mentone (two counts).
Driving Without A License - (December) Sergio Almaguer, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - (July) Jerald Womack, Warsaw.
Diversion
The following person has entered into a diversion agreement through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $150 fee. If the defendant commits no other violations during a one-year period following signing of the agreement, the charge will be dismissed.
Criminal Trespass - (February) Scott Landis, Pierceton.
Deferrals
The following people have entered into deferral agreements through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $77 fee. If the defendants commit no other violations during a five-month period following signing of the agreement, the charges will be dismissed.
Speeding - (January) Laura L. Newton, 29, Pierceton; Eric D. English, 16, Pierceton; Tammy S. Datzman, 30, Warsaw; Tristen M. Weicht, 16, Warsaw; (December) Jonna L. Reffitt, 17, Pierceton.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Estlick-Girvin & Lefever vs. Jerry Grady, East CR 1000N, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due for insurance coverage, plus court costs.
• Byrider Finance Inc. vs. Travis J. Tanner, East CR 200N, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $1,691.37 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• NIPSCO vs. Miguel Yanez Ramirez, Old Ind. 15N, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,730.75 for damage resulting from a Feb. 2, 1998, auto accident, plus interest and court costs.
• First Step Finance Inc. vs. Donald Ray Shepherd, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,219.47 due on contract, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Hoosier Insurance Co. vs. Juan C. Reynoso, Eastgate Apartments, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $1,609.80 for damage resulting from a July 30, 1999, auto accident on the parking lot of Automotive Unltd., East Center Street, Warsaw.
Marriage Dissolutions
Bartels
Steven D. Bartels, North CR 600E, Syracuse, and Jessica L. Bartels, Albion. They were married Dec. 31, 1995, and separated Jan. 31, 2000. There are no minor children.
Campbell
Lynn Ray Campbell, North CR 600W, Larwill, and Mary Lorraine Campbell, Columbia City. They were married Feb. 1, 1997, and separated Jan. 7, 2000. There are no minor children.
Carter
Barbara C. Carter, Anchorage Road, Warsaw, and Roger L. Carter, North Lake Street, Warsaw. They were married July 26, 1980, and separated Nov. 1, 1999. There are three minor children.
Daffron
Mary Ruth Daffron, Kosciusko County, and Ronald Ray Daffron, North CR 650E, North Webster. They were married Sept. 9, 1970, and separated Dec. 18, 1999. There are no minor children.
Derossett
Billy Derossett, Argonne Road, Warsaw, and Melissa R. Derossett, West Walnut Street, Claypool. They were married May 2, 1987, and separated Dec. 31, 1999. There are two minor children.
Kennedy
Robert A. Kennedy, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw, and Amy Jo Kennedy, Ra-Mar Drive, Warsaw. They were married July 12, 1991, and separated Dec. 6, 1999. There are two minor children.
Slone
Mark A. Slone, East CR 150N, Pierceton, and Linda L. Slone, South CR 100E, Claypool. They were married July 26, 1980, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There are three minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Tranex Credit Corp. vs. Enrique A. Marrufo and Tina Marrufo Gibson. Plaintiff awarded $7,114.25 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Royster-Clark Inc., formerly known as IMC Agribusiness Inc. vs. Eric L. Decker. Plaintiff awarded $12,169.87 by default, plus court costs.
• Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: John Tuttle, $733; Brett Bowling, $2,584.20; Carol Bauer, $1,329.42; and Crystal Kilander, $1,381.
• Countrywide Home Loans Inc. vs. Donald E. Jr. and Ruby I. Wilson and The Money Store-TMS Mortgage Inc. Plaintiff awarded $87,341.94 by default, plus interest, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Horace Mann Insurance Co. vs. John G. Goble. Plaintiff awarded $8,857.72 by default, plus court costs.
• Valentine & Miner vs. Rogelio Nunez Rico. Plaintiff awarded $2,021.69 by default, plus interest.
• Byrider Finance Inc. vs. Johnny K. Huff. Plaintiff awarded $4,720.16 by default, plus court costs.
• Concord Financial Services Inc. vs. Donald and Margie Caverley. Plaintiff awarded $6,009.30 by default, plus court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• John D. Zolman vs. Brandson S. and Teresa Lechleidner. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Cathy A. (former name Heath restored) and Richard L. Gross. Jan. 26.
• Shannon M.L. (former name Bates restored) and Uriah T. Binion. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $90 per week in child support. Jan. 28.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Creditmax Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned agreements, plus court costs: Grace E. and George E. Shepherd, 14th Street, Winona Lake, $6,257.95; Oshie T. Waddell Jr., East CR 950N, Syracuse, $5,308.69; and Shawn P. Conwell, Warsaw, $4,863.20.
• Bank of America Mortgage, successor by merger to Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp., vs. Daren D., Carmen T., Loren E. and Donna J. Maierle, all of School Street, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $72,205.96 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Christopher Barnhill, South Bend, and Gabriel Thornburg, East North Street, Bourbon, vs. Melanie Shue, EMS W30 Lane, North Webster. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Jan. 18, 1999, auto accident. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
Marriage Dissolutions
Archer
Jennifer Jo Archer, North Fourth of July Avenue, Cromwell, and Gregory Steven Archer, North Pollyanna Pike, Cromwell. They were married Jan. 17, 1999, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
DeRush
Deanna Ann DeRush, West Summy Road, Leesburg, and Bruce DeRush, North Biomet Drive, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 17, 1994, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There is one minor child.
Eldridge
Samantha J. and Matthew S. Eldridge, Ind. 15N, Warsaw. They were married March 14, 1991, and separated Dec. 7, 1999. There are no minor children.
Farmer
Jennifer Farmer, East Market Street, Warsaw, and Steven K. Farmer, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 30, 1995, and separated in October 1999. There are no minor children.
Harding
Christopher A. Harding, Chestnut Street, Winona Lake, and Olga O. Harding, Ind. 19N, Etna Green. They were married Dec. 20, 1995, and separated July 12, 1999. There are two minor children.
Robbins
Jeff Robbins, Fascination Way, Cromwell, and Virginia Robbins, Indianapolis. They were married June 1, 1996, and separated Feb. 1, 1999. There are no minor children.
Scott
Brian M. Scott, South Covered Bridge Lane, North Webster, and Terryl L. Scott, East Greenhaus Drive, Syracuse. They were married Oct. 5, 1985, and separated Jan. 31, 2000. There are two minor children.
Slone
Linda L. Slone, South CR 100E, Claypool, and Mark A. Slone, East CR 150N, Pierceton. They were married July 26, 1980, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There are three minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Farmers State Bank of Mentone vs. Stuart E. Furbee, et al. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $138,001.03, plus interest, from Stuart E. and Pamela J. Furbee; $42,406.66, plus interest from the Furbees; and mortgage ordered foreclosed as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Byrider Finance Inc. vs. James W. and Kimberly S. Streby. Plaintiff awarded $6,853.16 by default, plus court costs.
• State of Indiana vs. Steven A. Salzwedel. Plaintiff awarded $2,170 by default, plus court costs.
• Snow & Sauerteig vs. Elizabeth Clark. Plaintiff awarded $4,515.44 by default, plus interest.
• Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, ACA, vs. Doyle L., Elaine A., Gary L. and Dana M. Munson, Doyle Munson Farms Inc., Reese Equipment Co., First National Bank of Warsaw and Frick Services Inc. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $342,220.96, plus costs incurred, interest and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of secured property to satisfy judgment.
• Norwest Bank/Minnesota vs. James Richard and Vicki Lynn Best. Plaintiff awarded $$81,674.85 by default, plus interest, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. Royce Meyers.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Elizabeth G. Elliott Morgan and Michael Morgan vs. Eileen Crews.
• Jacqueline and Bud VanScoik vs. Wolverine Mutual Insurance Co.
• Brian Johnson, a minor by his natural guardian and custodial parent, Monica Waikel, and Monica Waikel vs. Warsaw Community High School and Paul Gibson.
• Haimbaugh Enterprises Inc. vs. Oxford House Inc.
• Melissa Lindley vs. The Kroger Co.
• Bernice Bellamy, individually and as natural parent and guardian of John Austin Bellamy, vs. Michael P. O'Connell, Tammy L. Lukens and Mary Kathleen Slattery, as personal representatives of the estate of Thomas L. O'Connell, deceased, and Economy Fire and Casualty Co., doing business as St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Co. This case is dismissed as to Lukens and Slattery only.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• National City Bank/Indiana, as successor by merger of First of America Bank/Indiana, vs. Arnold G. Jr. and Deborah L. Hurd.
• Joaquina Lopez vs. Michael Grevenstuk et al.
• Contimortgage Corp. vs. Thomas L. Bell, et al.
• Long Beach Mortgage Co. vs. Debra L. Rapsavage, Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union and American General Finance Inc.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Jerry Ervin and Debra (former name Lozano restored). Jan. 21.
• Tina and Enrique A. Marrufo. Jan. 26.
• Joan and Christopher Evans. Jan. 26.
• Teresa J. (former name Hainge restored) and Greg A. Swanson. Jan. 27.
• Juan Galvan and Sarah E. Pyle. Jan. 27.
Bankruptcies
The following is an explanation of bankruptcy terms:
Chapter 7: Liquidation. A court-appointed trustee liquidates the assets of an individual or firm and distributes them to creditors on a prorated basis.
Chapter 11: Business reorganization. Debtor retains possession of assets and attempts to remain in business by proposing a plan of reorganization to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings.
Chapter 13: For individuals with regular income. Often called "wage earner plan." Debtor retains assets and agrees to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
Chapter 12: The family farm bankruptcy proceeding. It is a hybrid between Chapter 13 and Chapter 11. A trustee is appointed, but the debtors remain in possession of their assets and propose to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
• Marcus and Sharon Ferguson, 9284 N. CR 200W, North Manchester. Chapter 7. Assets: $8,275. Debts: $26,992.
• Paula Horn, 317 N. Parker St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $44,429. Debts: $66,637.
• Mary See, 409 E. Columbia St., Pierceton. Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,876. Debts: $28,204.
• Mathew and Monica Tharp, 252-1/2-A N. Elm St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,726. Debts: $12,471.
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