Times-Union Court News 02-27-2003

July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.

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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 $332.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $50 in November, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Isidro Aguilar, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Joseph Akers, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Sergio Alvarado, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Steven S. Henderson, Silver Lake.
The following people also paid $132.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in February 2002 and license suspended 90 days was Jeffery S. Abbott, North Manchester.
The following people also paid $132 in court costs:
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in November were Billy Truex, Warsaw, and Fernando Castillo, Winona Lake.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $200 in November was Juan P. Olivo, Milford.
Untagged White Tail Deer - Fined $150 in November was Michael White, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in October was Juan Gutierrez, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in February 2002 was William L. Vining, Claypool.
The following people also paid $82.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Find $27 in January was Paula A. Hann, 35, Syracuse.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in January was Tabatha Meadows, 24, Mentone.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (December) Anthony Johnson, Warsaw (eight counts); Cynthia Miller, Milford (two counts); Debbie Neeley, Pierceton; (March) Donnell Reed, Silver Lake;
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - (December) Michael Ashpole, Leesburg.
Criminal Trespass - (October) Omer Howard, Warsaw (two counts).
Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor - (July) Kyle Lemler, Nappanee; Nicole Gingerich, Nappanee.
False Informing - (May) Shawna M. Gamber, Leesburg.

Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Trenton L. Funderburk II v. Austen C. Miller, South Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $8,471.25 for damage resulting from a July 19, 2002, auto accident at the intersection of CRs 525 and 350E, Leesburg. Plaintiff also seeks interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Services Corp., assignee of Unifund Corp., assignee of Providian Bank/NA, v. Arthur R. Weller, West Warren Street, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $844.04 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Walmer Supply Inc. v. the following people and businesses for the amounts noted due on account, plus services charges and attorney fees: Phase One Electric Inc., Kimmell, and Paul J. Comino, $3,806.04, and CTM Group, LLC, and Gary Christlieb, Fort Wayne, $3,381.25.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. v. Penny Smith, East Mock Road, Milford. Plaintiff seeks $1,918.50 due on contract, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Strickfaden
Mark and Jody M. Strickfaden, North Park Avenue, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 27, 1988, and separated Feb. 11, 2003. There are three minor children.
Yates
Darrell Yates, Claypool, and Kimberly Yates, Walnut Street, Milford. They were married March 11, 1995, and separated May 28, 2001. There are two minor children.

Circuit Court
Filing
The following petition was filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Marriage Dissolution
King
Troy King, Kuder Lane, Warsaw, and Katherine L. King, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 20, 2001, and separated in July 2002. There are three minor children.

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 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.
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.
• Dennis Brown and Julia Williams-Brown, formerly known as Julia Williams, 1100 Park Road #71, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $7,598. Debts: $28,719.
• Michael and Esperanza Contreras, 201 Graceland Ave., Claypool. Chapter 7. Assets: $36,430. Debts: $53,438.
• Scott Cox, 9581 E. CR 100N, Akron. Chapter 7. Assets: $100. Debts: $25,287.
• Clark Kroft, 888 W. 18th St., Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $9,584. Debts: $32,832.
• Melissa Marvel, 555 S. Madison St., Nappanee. Chapter 13. Assets: $1,200. Debts: $70,000.
• Randy and Brenda Newman, 5854 E. Channel Road, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $48,913. Debts: $74,159.
• Gregory Patrick, 1831 Nye St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $50,880. Debts: $51,319.

Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Nathan Beecher Chastain, 24, and Katrina Sue Jones, 30, both of Old Road 30E, Warsaw.
• James Edward Wadkins, 33, and Sarah Elizabeth Fisher, 24, both of South Railroad Street, Claypool.
• Kieran D. Deroe, 34, South Cork, Ireland, and Beth Ann Craven, 31, West Tulip Street, Pierceton.
• Jay Alva Eckert, 44, and Alicia Ann Eckert, 42, both of Ind. 19S, Mentone.
• Dustin L. Godsey, 21, East Market Street, Nappanee, and Shirley K. Fuller, 19, South CR 250E, Warsaw.
• Blaine William Goon, 23, North CR 450W, Warsaw, and Lisa Marie Grindle, 22, Southside Drive, Warsaw.
• Enrique Hernandez-Flores, 27, and Vanessa R. Garza, 19, both of First Street, Milford.
• Michael Douglas Jackson, 35, and Melissa Jo Landis, 28, both of North Washington Street, Warsaw.
• Daniel Edward Lyons, 23, and Misti Marie Casinger, 20, both of West Crystal Flash Road, North Webster.
• William Ryan Moore, 22, and Elizabeth Kay Adams, 21, both of East CR 200N, Warsaw.
• Thomas Patrick Ross, 36, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw, and Heather Elaine Luchetti, 31, North Lake Street, Warsaw.
• Christopher Dan Slone, 22, and Bobby Jo Vining, 21, both of Woodland Lane, Warsaw.
• Tilman D. Wolfe Jr., 43, and Wendy M. Beck, 33, both of East Carroll Street, Syracuse.
• Virgil Zimmerman, 68, North Henry Street, Milford, and Doris E. Wolferman, 67, East Catherine Street, Milford.

Superior Court II
The following 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 $82.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $12 in January were Tyson J. Conrady, 17, Syracuse; Weston E. Bradley, 16, Pierceton; and Ryan W. Cheesman, 20, Milford.
Fined $12 in December were Quinn W. Olinger, 25, North Manchester, and Harvey T. Clutter, 47, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in September was Erin M. Benell, 19, North Webster.
Fined $12 in July was Steven K. Berlin, 21, Warsaw.
Failure To Yield At Through Highway - Fined $7 in January was Kellie M. Wolfe, 27, Silver Lake.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in January were Heather J. Brunjes, 27, Cromwell, and Mary L. Robinson, 44, North Webster.
Fined $7 in December was Madeana L. Carter, 39, Milford.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in January was James A. Kinney, 37, Warsaw.
Improper Taillights - Fined $7 in January was Wendy M. Stahl, 31, Atwood.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in January was Neal D. Ehlers, 24, Syracuse.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in December was Michael J. Campbell, 26, Warsaw.
Following Too Closely - Fined $7 in August was Sheldon K. Devanathan, 23, Winona Lake.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in August was Bruce Harris, 46, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in January were Ginger D. Ervin, 21, Warsaw; Wesley King, 21, Pierceton; and Kory M. Hall, 17, Pierceton.
Fined $20 in November was Judy A. Smith, 44, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in August was Gerald J. Hartman, 69, Warsaw.

Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• American Acceptance Co. LLC v. Wesley E. Drake, EMS B44 Lane, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $771.70 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Wachovia Bank of Delaware/NA, successor to First Union Home Equity Bank/NA, v. Billy Joe and Lucinda G. Tolson, South CR 700E, North Manchester, and Accredited Home Lenders Inc., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $46,943.08 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.
• CreditMax Inc. v. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts: Debra A. and Richard D. Hughes, South Neer Drive, Silver Lake, $5,413.05, and Cynthia S. Koschmider, East CR 200N, Warsaw, $5,902.89.
• Auto Owners Insurance Co. v. Suzanne Bibler, also known as Suzanne Burkett, East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,454.97 as paid to insured claimants, Jon and Susan Baker, after a Sept. 24, 1999, auto accident. Plaintiff also seeks interest, $1,500 for attorney fees and court costs.
• The Finance Co. v. Sharron Kay Sink, East CR 1300N, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,065.49, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• American Acceptance Co., as assignee of Providian, v. the following people for the amounts noted due on account, plus interest and court costs: Susan M. McGinness, Frontage Road, Warsaw, $684.05; Lynda Garber-Higgins, North Lake Street, Warsaw, $941.99; and Russell Pennington, North Columbia Street, Warsaw, $970.10.
• Capital One Bank v. the following people for the amounts noted due on credit card agreements, plus interest, $400 in attorney fees and court costs: Bill Wallen, East CR 200N, Warsaw, $1,309.96, and Robert W. Hobbs, Old Road 30W, Warsaw, $880.86.
• American General Finance Inc. v. Glenn D. Heimbach, Ind. 13N, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks possession of motorcycle.
• McHatton-Sadler Funeral Home Inc. v. Blake and Debbie Neeley, Ind. 13N, Pierceton, $5,235.15 due on agreement, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Kuhn
Theodor "Ted" R. Kuhn, Turtle Bay Drive, Syracuse, and Debra I. Kuhn, East Searfoss Drive, Syracuse. They were married Feb. 9, 1991, and separated Dec. 5, 2002. There is one minor child.
Reeves
Steven L. Reeves, Leesburg, and Teresa L. Reeves, Strongsville, Ohio. They were married March 16, 1997, and separated Sept. 29, 2002. There are two minor children.

Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Irwin Mortgage Corp. v. Tony A. and Sandra L. Clark. Plaintiff awarded $81,791.96 by default, 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.
• CreditMax Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default against the following people: Elvia and Donald Armour, $4,149.40, and Clovis and Ruth Hoover, $5,341.62.
• Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park v. Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals. Agreed judgment granted in favor of Suburban Acres and the condition set forth by the KCBZA requiring Suburban Acres not to admit mobile home units in excess of 10 years old is voided and deleted from the terms of approval dated May 14, 2002.
• Ronald C. and Socorro Sheehan v. residents of Kosciusko County, et al. Plaintiffs declared owners of real estate on Lake Wawasee and title ordered quieted.
• Reed & Earhart Attorneys at Law, P.C., v. Rhonda J. Truex. Plaintiff awarded $1,256.49 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Servicing Corp., as assignee of Direct Merchants Bank, v. Shawn and Stephenie R. Shepherd. Plaintiff awarded $4,479.08 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Linval and Bonita Kellem v. Edgard and Donna Nordstrom. Plaintiffs awarded $1,000 for damages and the defense of frivolous litigation. The Kellems are vested with the real estate described in their deed and as depicted by the survey. Neither party may remove the nails or pipe marking the boundaries. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
• American Family Insurance Co., as subrogee of Oliverio and Esperenza Villalta, v. Juan Carlos Lujiano. Plaintiff awarded $39,900.32 by default, plus court costs.
• Mohawk Factoring Inc. v. Valley Carpet Inc. Plaintiff awarded $33,915.69 by default.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Capital One FSB v. Paula Blosser.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. v. Juan Tecaxco.
• Builder's Mart v. Bowen Construction, PES Associates Inc. and Carl A. Demeter.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Ford Motor Credit Co. v. Joshua M. Freeman.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Robert D. and Gretchen F. Wagley. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $500 per month in child support. Feb. 18.
• Rick and Velma Jewel Craft. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father to pay $112 per week in child support. Feb. 19.
Other Action
• David and Anamaria Morales v. Donald Payne and Superior Automotive Transportation Services. This case is referred to mediation, with Peter J. Agostino presiding.

Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Wells Fargo Bank v. John Chaffins, North Lake Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $79,218.32 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.
• American Hardware Mutual Insurance Co., as subrogee of Sonny's Service Inc., and Sonny's Service Inc. v. TTP Inc., U.S. 30E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $11,208.14 in three counts for alleged negligent installation of an engine, for breach of warranty and for breach of contract. Plaintiff also seeks interest and court costs.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Teresa A. Fuller and Sonja K. Kinch, East Oak Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $122,454.71 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.
• United Farm Family Mutual Insurance Co. v. William J., Kelcie and Cody Mitchell, Noblesville, and Jessica L. Collins and David S. Castro, both of Wabash. Plaintiff seeks that the clerk of the court hold $50,000 tendered by Farm Bureau in an interest-bearing account to benefit Miles, the Mitchells and Collins as determined by the court.
• Bank One/NA v. Brian F. and Laura J. Shroyer, East Church Street, Pierceton; Financial Services of Whitley County Inc., Columbia City; and Professional Account Service, LaPorte. Plaintiff seeks $59,000.97 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.
• Wilbur and Carolyn Kaufman, West CR 1100N, Nappanee, v. Lynette Dausman, Nottingham Drive, Nappanee. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a March 26, 2001, auto accident near the intersection of Ind. 19 and CR 1350N. Plaintiffs also seek interest and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., as nominee for Homeside Lending Inc., v. Edward Jr., Liddie M., Kenneth Ray and Diana Joyce Crace, May Lane, Leesburg, and Mutual Federal Savings Bank. Plaintiff seeks $59,408.98 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.
• The Leader Mortgage Co. v. Marshall O. and Belinda S. Hill, North CR 800W, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks $64,941.15 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.
Name Changes
• Gloria Teresa Flores seeks to change her name to Gloria Teresa Miranda.
• Nicole Lynn Werbianskyj seeks to change her name to Nicole Lynn Bowers.
Marriage Dissolutions
Alley
Robin M. Alley, South Woodland Lane, Warsaw, and Dale R. Alley, West Market Street, Pierceton. They were married Oct. 27, 2002, and separated Feb. 9, 2003. There are no minor children.
Caudill
Michael D. Caudill, West CR 850S, Claypool, and Heather T. Caudill, East CR 200N, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 7, 2002, and separated Nov. 26, 2002. There are no minor children.
Cox
Gregory A. Cox, Warsaw, and Michelle Polston Cox, Milford. They were married April 14, 2001, and separated Nov. 9, 2002. There are no minor children.
Davis
Tamra L. Davis, Lydia Drive, Warsaw, and Anthony G. Davis. They were married Dec. 20, 1999, and separated Jan. 31, 2002. There are no minor children.
Hanna
Nanci A. Hanna, Fisher Avenue, Warsaw, and Shane S. Hanna, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. They were married June 5, 1991, and separated in October 2002. There are three minor children.
Helblig
Sandra Helblig, South Brallier Road, Pierceton, and Randy Helblig, South County Farm Road, Warsaw. They were married July 9, 1994, and separated Jan. 31, 2003. There are three minor children.
Hinkle
Mindy S. Hinkle, Old Colony Road, Warsaw, and Gary M. Hinkle, North CR 175E, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 28, 2000, and separated May 1, 2002. There is one minor child.
Megething
Justine and Jesse James Megething, South CR 325E, Warsaw. They were married June 3, 1992, and separated Feb. 10, 2003. There are three minor children.
Prater
Sharon E. Prater, Ind. 15S, Silver Lake, and Willard Prater Jr., South CR 600W, Mentone. They were married June 24, 1994, and separated on a date not indicated. There are no minor children.
Vetor
Tamra Vetor, Hepler Drive, Warsaw, and Steven Vetor, North Washington Street, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 24, 1995, and separated Feb. 5, 2003. There are two minor children. [[In-content Ad]]


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 $332.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $50 in November, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Isidro Aguilar, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Joseph Akers, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Sergio Alvarado, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Steven S. Henderson, Silver Lake.
The following people also paid $132.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in February 2002 and license suspended 90 days was Jeffery S. Abbott, North Manchester.
The following people also paid $132 in court costs:
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in November were Billy Truex, Warsaw, and Fernando Castillo, Winona Lake.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $200 in November was Juan P. Olivo, Milford.
Untagged White Tail Deer - Fined $150 in November was Michael White, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in October was Juan Gutierrez, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in February 2002 was William L. Vining, Claypool.
The following people also paid $82.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Find $27 in January was Paula A. Hann, 35, Syracuse.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in January was Tabatha Meadows, 24, Mentone.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (December) Anthony Johnson, Warsaw (eight counts); Cynthia Miller, Milford (two counts); Debbie Neeley, Pierceton; (March) Donnell Reed, Silver Lake;
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - (December) Michael Ashpole, Leesburg.
Criminal Trespass - (October) Omer Howard, Warsaw (two counts).
Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor - (July) Kyle Lemler, Nappanee; Nicole Gingerich, Nappanee.
False Informing - (May) Shawna M. Gamber, Leesburg.

Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Trenton L. Funderburk II v. Austen C. Miller, South Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $8,471.25 for damage resulting from a July 19, 2002, auto accident at the intersection of CRs 525 and 350E, Leesburg. Plaintiff also seeks interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Services Corp., assignee of Unifund Corp., assignee of Providian Bank/NA, v. Arthur R. Weller, West Warren Street, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $844.04 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Walmer Supply Inc. v. the following people and businesses for the amounts noted due on account, plus services charges and attorney fees: Phase One Electric Inc., Kimmell, and Paul J. Comino, $3,806.04, and CTM Group, LLC, and Gary Christlieb, Fort Wayne, $3,381.25.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. v. Penny Smith, East Mock Road, Milford. Plaintiff seeks $1,918.50 due on contract, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Strickfaden
Mark and Jody M. Strickfaden, North Park Avenue, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 27, 1988, and separated Feb. 11, 2003. There are three minor children.
Yates
Darrell Yates, Claypool, and Kimberly Yates, Walnut Street, Milford. They were married March 11, 1995, and separated May 28, 2001. There are two minor children.

Circuit Court
Filing
The following petition was filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Marriage Dissolution
King
Troy King, Kuder Lane, Warsaw, and Katherine L. King, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 20, 2001, and separated in July 2002. There are three minor children.

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 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.
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.
• Dennis Brown and Julia Williams-Brown, formerly known as Julia Williams, 1100 Park Road #71, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $7,598. Debts: $28,719.
• Michael and Esperanza Contreras, 201 Graceland Ave., Claypool. Chapter 7. Assets: $36,430. Debts: $53,438.
• Scott Cox, 9581 E. CR 100N, Akron. Chapter 7. Assets: $100. Debts: $25,287.
• Clark Kroft, 888 W. 18th St., Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $9,584. Debts: $32,832.
• Melissa Marvel, 555 S. Madison St., Nappanee. Chapter 13. Assets: $1,200. Debts: $70,000.
• Randy and Brenda Newman, 5854 E. Channel Road, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $48,913. Debts: $74,159.
• Gregory Patrick, 1831 Nye St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $50,880. Debts: $51,319.

Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Nathan Beecher Chastain, 24, and Katrina Sue Jones, 30, both of Old Road 30E, Warsaw.
• James Edward Wadkins, 33, and Sarah Elizabeth Fisher, 24, both of South Railroad Street, Claypool.
• Kieran D. Deroe, 34, South Cork, Ireland, and Beth Ann Craven, 31, West Tulip Street, Pierceton.
• Jay Alva Eckert, 44, and Alicia Ann Eckert, 42, both of Ind. 19S, Mentone.
• Dustin L. Godsey, 21, East Market Street, Nappanee, and Shirley K. Fuller, 19, South CR 250E, Warsaw.
• Blaine William Goon, 23, North CR 450W, Warsaw, and Lisa Marie Grindle, 22, Southside Drive, Warsaw.
• Enrique Hernandez-Flores, 27, and Vanessa R. Garza, 19, both of First Street, Milford.
• Michael Douglas Jackson, 35, and Melissa Jo Landis, 28, both of North Washington Street, Warsaw.
• Daniel Edward Lyons, 23, and Misti Marie Casinger, 20, both of West Crystal Flash Road, North Webster.
• William Ryan Moore, 22, and Elizabeth Kay Adams, 21, both of East CR 200N, Warsaw.
• Thomas Patrick Ross, 36, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw, and Heather Elaine Luchetti, 31, North Lake Street, Warsaw.
• Christopher Dan Slone, 22, and Bobby Jo Vining, 21, both of Woodland Lane, Warsaw.
• Tilman D. Wolfe Jr., 43, and Wendy M. Beck, 33, both of East Carroll Street, Syracuse.
• Virgil Zimmerman, 68, North Henry Street, Milford, and Doris E. Wolferman, 67, East Catherine Street, Milford.

Superior Court II
The following 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 $82.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $12 in January were Tyson J. Conrady, 17, Syracuse; Weston E. Bradley, 16, Pierceton; and Ryan W. Cheesman, 20, Milford.
Fined $12 in December were Quinn W. Olinger, 25, North Manchester, and Harvey T. Clutter, 47, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in September was Erin M. Benell, 19, North Webster.
Fined $12 in July was Steven K. Berlin, 21, Warsaw.
Failure To Yield At Through Highway - Fined $7 in January was Kellie M. Wolfe, 27, Silver Lake.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in January were Heather J. Brunjes, 27, Cromwell, and Mary L. Robinson, 44, North Webster.
Fined $7 in December was Madeana L. Carter, 39, Milford.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in January was James A. Kinney, 37, Warsaw.
Improper Taillights - Fined $7 in January was Wendy M. Stahl, 31, Atwood.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in January was Neal D. Ehlers, 24, Syracuse.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in December was Michael J. Campbell, 26, Warsaw.
Following Too Closely - Fined $7 in August was Sheldon K. Devanathan, 23, Winona Lake.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in August was Bruce Harris, 46, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in January were Ginger D. Ervin, 21, Warsaw; Wesley King, 21, Pierceton; and Kory M. Hall, 17, Pierceton.
Fined $20 in November was Judy A. Smith, 44, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in August was Gerald J. Hartman, 69, Warsaw.

Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• American Acceptance Co. LLC v. Wesley E. Drake, EMS B44 Lane, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $771.70 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Wachovia Bank of Delaware/NA, successor to First Union Home Equity Bank/NA, v. Billy Joe and Lucinda G. Tolson, South CR 700E, North Manchester, and Accredited Home Lenders Inc., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $46,943.08 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.
• CreditMax Inc. v. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts: Debra A. and Richard D. Hughes, South Neer Drive, Silver Lake, $5,413.05, and Cynthia S. Koschmider, East CR 200N, Warsaw, $5,902.89.
• Auto Owners Insurance Co. v. Suzanne Bibler, also known as Suzanne Burkett, East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,454.97 as paid to insured claimants, Jon and Susan Baker, after a Sept. 24, 1999, auto accident. Plaintiff also seeks interest, $1,500 for attorney fees and court costs.
• The Finance Co. v. Sharron Kay Sink, East CR 1300N, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,065.49, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• American Acceptance Co., as assignee of Providian, v. the following people for the amounts noted due on account, plus interest and court costs: Susan M. McGinness, Frontage Road, Warsaw, $684.05; Lynda Garber-Higgins, North Lake Street, Warsaw, $941.99; and Russell Pennington, North Columbia Street, Warsaw, $970.10.
• Capital One Bank v. the following people for the amounts noted due on credit card agreements, plus interest, $400 in attorney fees and court costs: Bill Wallen, East CR 200N, Warsaw, $1,309.96, and Robert W. Hobbs, Old Road 30W, Warsaw, $880.86.
• American General Finance Inc. v. Glenn D. Heimbach, Ind. 13N, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks possession of motorcycle.
• McHatton-Sadler Funeral Home Inc. v. Blake and Debbie Neeley, Ind. 13N, Pierceton, $5,235.15 due on agreement, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Kuhn
Theodor "Ted" R. Kuhn, Turtle Bay Drive, Syracuse, and Debra I. Kuhn, East Searfoss Drive, Syracuse. They were married Feb. 9, 1991, and separated Dec. 5, 2002. There is one minor child.
Reeves
Steven L. Reeves, Leesburg, and Teresa L. Reeves, Strongsville, Ohio. They were married March 16, 1997, and separated Sept. 29, 2002. There are two minor children.

Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Irwin Mortgage Corp. v. Tony A. and Sandra L. Clark. Plaintiff awarded $81,791.96 by default, 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.
• CreditMax Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default against the following people: Elvia and Donald Armour, $4,149.40, and Clovis and Ruth Hoover, $5,341.62.
• Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park v. Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals. Agreed judgment granted in favor of Suburban Acres and the condition set forth by the KCBZA requiring Suburban Acres not to admit mobile home units in excess of 10 years old is voided and deleted from the terms of approval dated May 14, 2002.
• Ronald C. and Socorro Sheehan v. residents of Kosciusko County, et al. Plaintiffs declared owners of real estate on Lake Wawasee and title ordered quieted.
• Reed & Earhart Attorneys at Law, P.C., v. Rhonda J. Truex. Plaintiff awarded $1,256.49 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Servicing Corp., as assignee of Direct Merchants Bank, v. Shawn and Stephenie R. Shepherd. Plaintiff awarded $4,479.08 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Linval and Bonita Kellem v. Edgard and Donna Nordstrom. Plaintiffs awarded $1,000 for damages and the defense of frivolous litigation. The Kellems are vested with the real estate described in their deed and as depicted by the survey. Neither party may remove the nails or pipe marking the boundaries. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
• American Family Insurance Co., as subrogee of Oliverio and Esperenza Villalta, v. Juan Carlos Lujiano. Plaintiff awarded $39,900.32 by default, plus court costs.
• Mohawk Factoring Inc. v. Valley Carpet Inc. Plaintiff awarded $33,915.69 by default.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Capital One FSB v. Paula Blosser.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. v. Juan Tecaxco.
• Builder's Mart v. Bowen Construction, PES Associates Inc. and Carl A. Demeter.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Ford Motor Credit Co. v. Joshua M. Freeman.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Robert D. and Gretchen F. Wagley. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $500 per month in child support. Feb. 18.
• Rick and Velma Jewel Craft. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father to pay $112 per week in child support. Feb. 19.
Other Action
• David and Anamaria Morales v. Donald Payne and Superior Automotive Transportation Services. This case is referred to mediation, with Peter J. Agostino presiding.

Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Wells Fargo Bank v. John Chaffins, North Lake Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $79,218.32 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.
• American Hardware Mutual Insurance Co., as subrogee of Sonny's Service Inc., and Sonny's Service Inc. v. TTP Inc., U.S. 30E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $11,208.14 in three counts for alleged negligent installation of an engine, for breach of warranty and for breach of contract. Plaintiff also seeks interest and court costs.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Teresa A. Fuller and Sonja K. Kinch, East Oak Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $122,454.71 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.
• United Farm Family Mutual Insurance Co. v. William J., Kelcie and Cody Mitchell, Noblesville, and Jessica L. Collins and David S. Castro, both of Wabash. Plaintiff seeks that the clerk of the court hold $50,000 tendered by Farm Bureau in an interest-bearing account to benefit Miles, the Mitchells and Collins as determined by the court.
• Bank One/NA v. Brian F. and Laura J. Shroyer, East Church Street, Pierceton; Financial Services of Whitley County Inc., Columbia City; and Professional Account Service, LaPorte. Plaintiff seeks $59,000.97 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.
• Wilbur and Carolyn Kaufman, West CR 1100N, Nappanee, v. Lynette Dausman, Nottingham Drive, Nappanee. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a March 26, 2001, auto accident near the intersection of Ind. 19 and CR 1350N. Plaintiffs also seek interest and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., as nominee for Homeside Lending Inc., v. Edward Jr., Liddie M., Kenneth Ray and Diana Joyce Crace, May Lane, Leesburg, and Mutual Federal Savings Bank. Plaintiff seeks $59,408.98 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.
• The Leader Mortgage Co. v. Marshall O. and Belinda S. Hill, North CR 800W, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks $64,941.15 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.
Name Changes
• Gloria Teresa Flores seeks to change her name to Gloria Teresa Miranda.
• Nicole Lynn Werbianskyj seeks to change her name to Nicole Lynn Bowers.
Marriage Dissolutions
Alley
Robin M. Alley, South Woodland Lane, Warsaw, and Dale R. Alley, West Market Street, Pierceton. They were married Oct. 27, 2002, and separated Feb. 9, 2003. There are no minor children.
Caudill
Michael D. Caudill, West CR 850S, Claypool, and Heather T. Caudill, East CR 200N, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 7, 2002, and separated Nov. 26, 2002. There are no minor children.
Cox
Gregory A. Cox, Warsaw, and Michelle Polston Cox, Milford. They were married April 14, 2001, and separated Nov. 9, 2002. There are no minor children.
Davis
Tamra L. Davis, Lydia Drive, Warsaw, and Anthony G. Davis. They were married Dec. 20, 1999, and separated Jan. 31, 2002. There are no minor children.
Hanna
Nanci A. Hanna, Fisher Avenue, Warsaw, and Shane S. Hanna, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. They were married June 5, 1991, and separated in October 2002. There are three minor children.
Helblig
Sandra Helblig, South Brallier Road, Pierceton, and Randy Helblig, South County Farm Road, Warsaw. They were married July 9, 1994, and separated Jan. 31, 2003. There are three minor children.
Hinkle
Mindy S. Hinkle, Old Colony Road, Warsaw, and Gary M. Hinkle, North CR 175E, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 28, 2000, and separated May 1, 2002. There is one minor child.
Megething
Justine and Jesse James Megething, South CR 325E, Warsaw. They were married June 3, 1992, and separated Feb. 10, 2003. There are three minor children.
Prater
Sharon E. Prater, Ind. 15S, Silver Lake, and Willard Prater Jr., South CR 600W, Mentone. They were married June 24, 1994, and separated on a date not indicated. There are no minor children.
Vetor
Tamra Vetor, Hepler Drive, Warsaw, and Steven Vetor, North Washington Street, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 24, 1995, and separated Feb. 5, 2003. There are two minor children. [[In-content Ad]]
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