Times-Union Court News 04-30-2002
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 Sharon Christner:
• Daryl Ray Borkholder, 21, Wakarusa, and Ruth Slabaugh, 20, West CR 1350N, Nappanee.
• Ernesto Soto Davila, 31, and Nicole Erin Wilson, 17, both of Wexford Place, Warsaw.
• Jason Dean Dugger, 21, Clinic Court, Warsaw, and Carrie Elizabeth Fulton, 20, Sandra Lane, Winona Lake.
• Jeremy Ray Embry, 29, Machelle L. Downam, 34, both of East CR 500N, North Webster.
• Ryan Fredrick Hummitch, 24, East CR 225S, Winona Lake, and Holly Michelle Glass, 23, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake.
• Jesse M. Miller, 22, West CR 800N, Milford, and Maria Slabaugh, 21, West CR 1350N, Milford.
• Robert L. Shelton, 42, Old Ind. 15S, Warsaw, and Lora L. Shelton, 44, West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Evert E. Slone, 54, North Old Farm Road, Warsaw, and Margaret Ann Slone, 51, Fort Wayne.
• Cesar Rivera Soto, 24, Columbia Street, Warsaw, and Jessica Maria Giron Vega, 18, West Winona Avenue, Warsaw.
• Li Yang, 25, and Zhurong Cheng, 21, both of Baltimore Street, Syracuse.
• William Dale Yarger, 23, and Shannon Renee Wesco, 21, both of East CR 300E, Silver Lake.
• Tyler James Zielasko, 23, Tennis Street, Winona Lake, Kari Brooke Berkland, 19, Maitland, Fla.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• SAC Finance Inc. v. the following people for the amounts noted due on agreements, plus attorney fees and court costs: Adam K. Rothenberger, EMS B40 Lane, Warsaw, $7,017.51, and Keya K. Justice-Pittman, Cecil Street, North Manchester, $5,387.97.
• CreditMax Inc. v. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts: Jaquavia Meth, Churubusco, $7,917.32; Tammy L. and Joe E. Shepherd, Wood Drive, Rochester, $4,626.52; Anthony L. and Jessica M. Hall, $8,110.18; Joshua Gilley, $9,351.84; and Matthew and Melissa Hinrichs, Rising Sun, $5,403.74.
• American Acceptance Co., LLC, as assignee of National City Bank, v. Michael Stover, Kiser Lake, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $3,633.48 due on account plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Service Corp., as assignee of Providian Bank, v. Robert D. Knorr, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,764.44 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Robin D. Harrison, Columbia City, v. Misty Dawn Gayheart, W. Kiwi Road, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an April 7, 2000, auto accident near the intersection of Ind. 13 and Fourth Street, North Webster.
• Palermo, LLC, v. Correll Construction Corp., formerly doing business as CB&S Construction, Somerset, Ky.; Wal-Mart Real Estate Trust; and Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Plaintiff seeks $61,041 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mechanic's lien,with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Kendall Electric Inc. v. French Electric Inc., West CR 1400N, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $17,229.92 due on account, plus interest, $4,000 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Firstar Bank/NA v. Thomas E. Burnworth Jr., South Detroit Street Warsaw; Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services, Warsaw; Kosciusko County treasurer; and St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County. Plaintiff seeks $55,855.99 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.
• Personal Finance Co. v. Rodolfo Garza, Ulrich Drive, Milford. Plaintiff seeks $6,109.14 due on promissory note, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Paul Hoffer v. Charles Fruitt, doing business as Fruitt Enterprises, 20th Road, Tippecanoe. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for breach of contract, plus $24,000 for three times the amount paid on uncompleted contract and for interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• American Acceptance, as assignee of Providian, v. Robert C. Kelsey, North CR 175E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $960 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• American Acceptance, as assignee of American General Finance, v. Beatrice Gregg, North Etna Street, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks $826.95 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Lassus Brothers Oil Inc. v. Quality Convenience Inc. and Darold L. and Gail E. Bryan. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $20,000, plus interest and court costs.
• Pierceton Rotary Drilling Inc. v. Romes Construction Inc. Plaintiff awarded $17,669.98 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Bank of America/NA v. Terrance L. Osterhoudt. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $8,973.91, plus interest and court costs.
• Sears, Roebuck & Co. v. Patricia S. Burkholder. Plaintiff awarded $3,037.41 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Helen P. Cook. Plaintiff awarded default judgment. Cook ordered to cease using real estate on West Swan Court at Palestine Lake as an automobile graveyard/junkyard and to pay $1,750 for the ordinance violation. Court costs taxed to defendant.
• CitiFinancial Mortgage Co. v. David S. and Brenda J. Anweiler, Greentree Financial Servicing Corp. and Beneficial Indiana Inc. Plaintiff awarded $103,885.76 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. v. Steven D. and Sheila Crowe. Plaintiff awarded $4,575.60 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. v. Brian Lackey.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Craig S. and Ann T. Hartman. April 19.
Other Action
• Brian K. Stouder v. Beth A. Stouder. This case is referred to mediation with Michael W. Reed presiding.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Joann Keys, individually and as executrix of the estate of James G. Keys, deceased, v. SYM Financial Corp., Capital Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for negligence and breach of contract for alleged unauthorized sale of mutual funds in the Keys' accounts. Plaintiff requests a trial by jury.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Christopher J. Hurd, South Lake Sharon Road, Warsaw; Chastity M. Hurd, Sharon Street, Winona Lake; and Beneficial Indiana Inc. Plaintiff seeks $87,472.62 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.
• U.S. Bank/NA v. Toni A. and Danny L. Willard, North Webster, and the unknown occupants of a South Morton Street, North Webster, residence. Plaintiff seeks $58,480.25 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 Provident Bank v. Deborah L. and Thomas L. Richcreek, East CR 500N, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $42,564.95 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.
• Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, formerly known as Union Federal Savings Bank of Indianapolis, v. Angela K. Sauter, East Lantern Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $129,000 due on promissory note, plus court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• American Investment Bank, formerly known as Tranex Credit Corp., v. Steven Iden, West Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $8,383.92 due on agreement, plus interest, $500 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Star Financial Bank v. Georgia L. Eierman, EMS B20A1 Lane, Pierceton, and Illiana Financial Credit Union, Calumet City, Ill. Plaintiff seeks $158,972.27 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.
• Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, formerly known as Union Federal Savings Bank of Indianapolis, v. Francisco G.Martinez, East Garfield Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $123,000 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.
• Esther and Jonas B. King, Goshen, v. Gwendoline L. Dewart, East Beer Road, Milford. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a June 6, 2000, auto accident near the intersection of Catherine and James streets in Milford. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Pentagon Federal Credit Union v. Matthew W. Kreft, North Lakeview Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $535.45 due on contract, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Beadle
Dennis Beadle, Kosciusko County, and Linda Beadle, Fort Wayne. They were married June 15, 1996, and separated on a date not indicated. There are no minor children.
Christiansen
Scott E. and Lynne A. Christiansen, Kosciusko County. They were married Feb. 29, 1992, and separated March 28, 2002. There are not minor children.
Decker
Cindy Decker, Old Road 30W, Warsaw, and Tom Decker, West CR 800S, Claypool. They were married July 1, 2000, and separated March 2, 2002. There are no minor children.
Dittman
David F. Jr. and Vickie Dittman, North CR 175E, Warsaw. They were married Jan. 7, 1978, and separated Jan. 26, 2002. There is one minor child.
Hendrickson
Lisa Hendrickson, South Union Street, Warsaw, and Darryl Hendrickson, South Southwood Drive, Warsaw. They were married April 20, 1996, and separated April 11, 2002. There are two minor children.
Linaweaver
Tammie Sue Linaweaver, Willow Lane, Warsaw, and Larry Paul Linaweaver, East Evergreen Drive, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 24, 2000, and separated March 13, 2002. There are no minor children.
McKrill
Miranda and Benjamin E. McKrill, East CR 200N, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 11, 1999, and separated Feb. 28, 2002. There are no minor children.
Morgan
David G. and Kelly Morgan, U.S. 30E, Pierceton. They were married Oct. 4, 1996, and separated April 8, 2002. There is one minor child.
Nickerson
Tammy Nickerson, Milford, and Shane A. Nickerson, North CR 300W, Milford. They were married May 5, 1995, and separated Feb. 1, 2002. There is one minor child.
Patino
Deanna D. Patino, Anchorage Road, Warsaw, and Mario N. Patino, Greenhill Drive, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 15, 2002, and separated April 7, 2002. There are no minor children.
Picco
Max Dale Picco Jr., West CR 250S, Warsaw, and Cheryl A. Picco, North CR 300W, Silver Lake. They were married June 15, 1991, and separated Feb. 11, 2002. There are no minor children.
Rodriguez
Basilio Rodriguez, North CR 175E, Warsaw, and Melly Ann Rodriguez, South Bend. They were married March 26, 1997, and separated on a date not indicated. There are no minor children.
Stayton
Martha Lou Stayton, East Fourth Street, Rochester, and Guy E. Stayton, Monroe Street, Rochester. They were married Nov. 30, 2001, and separated April 2, 2002. There are no minor children.
Stutzman/Reynolds
Becky L. Stutzman, South Elm Street, Milford, and Drent Reynolds, East CR 400S, Pierceton. They were married Dec. 13, 2001, and separated March 23, 2002. There are no minor children.
Yoder
Shane Yoder, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, and Elizabeth Yoder, Warsaw. They were married June 30, 2001, and separated March 20, 2002. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis v. Steven R. and Stephanie K. Boyer. Plaintiff awarded $131,700.80 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• National City Bank v. Stefanie and Mesude Mudd. Plaintiff awarded $2,817.09 from Mesude Mudd, plus interest and court costs. This case remains open against Stefanie Mudd.
• First Union Master Servicing v. Carla Risner or her unknown heirs and First Indiana Bank. First Indiana awarded $15,884.60 by default, plus interest, costs incurred and court costs. First Union awarded $61,493.60 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage subject to First Indiana's lien, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Manufacturers & Traders Trust Co. v. Miguel Montante Esquivel and Donna L. Esquivel. Plaintiff awarded $104,152.98 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• The Collection Co. v. Sherry L. Stidams. Plaintiff awarded $4,213.65 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. v. Bryce J. Gilbert. Plaintiff awarded $67,379.68 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Discover Bank v. Nicole R. Beam. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $3,205.45, plus interest and court costs.
• CitiMortgage Inc. v. Eddy B. Alcala. Plaintiff awarded $75,692.72 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Pacesetter Financial Services Inc. v. Charles Bordner. Plaintiff awarded possession of motorcycle.
Name Change
• Jaime Sumpter Rivera's request to change her name to Jaime Lyn Sumpter is granted.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. Owen and Sandra Cobburn.
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. Eddie and Loren Tridle.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• GMAC Mortgage Corp. v. Rodney Duzan.
• Bank One/NA v. Gregory K. and Diana B. Miller.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Cheri L. and Michael J. Timmreck. Couple awarded joint custody of their two minor children. April 11.
• David C. and Christie Lu Boesenberg. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $185 per week in child support. April 12.
• Kristine and Chris Keener. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $117.49 per week in child support. April 12.
• Sunshine E. and Michael A. Kyler. April 15.
• Christopher and Sara M. Lenfestey. April 16.
• Shawn B. Hacker and Penny L. (former name Atchison restored). April 16.
• Diana (former name Horton restored) and Turner C. England Sr. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $186 per week in child support. April 18.
• Katherine and Jeremiah Reith. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $130 per week in child support. April 19.
• Jonathon and Emelda Kerkhoff. Mother awarded custody of couple's five minor children. Father ordered to pay $50 per week in child support. April. 19.
• Luz E. Colon and Francisco J. Iraheta. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. April 22.
• Michele and Donald Caudill. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $87 per week in child support. April 22.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Andrew S. and Jami A. Denney.
Other Action
• Jacalyn Lee Craig v. Donald K. Craig. This case is transferred to Fulton Circuit Court, which is the proper venue for the case.
• Dale and Mary Jane Miller v. Scott Pinkowski, Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc. and American National Property and Casualty Co. This case is referred to mediation, with Thomas R. Lemon presiding.
• Herbert and Mary J. Neff v. Chris and Sharon Fowler. This case is referred to mediation, with Thomas R. Lemon presiding.
• Patrick Pfefferkorn and Nicole Eisaman v. Michael S. Shepherd. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler presiding.
• Phillip C. Brown II's probationary license issued April 15, 1999, is terminated and his full driving privileges are restored.
• Chelsea Metzger, a minor by her next friends, Libby L. and Brian K. Metzger, and Libby L. and Brian K. Metzger, individually, v. Dorothy M. Willis. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler presiding.
• Paula Renee Scott's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing her to drive for employment; necessities of life for herself and her family; to and from her place of worship, health professionals' offices and her attorney; and for Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
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.
• Michael Bryant, 1104 Arbutus Trail, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $109,900. Debts: $113,146.
• Jason Calvert and Christine Calvert, also known as Christine Kreighbaum, 1505 Pine St., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $11,900. Debts: $43,267.
• Brian Clark, 2011 Wolf Point Drive, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $9,756. Debts: $17,369.
• David Clark, 9581 E. Wawasee Lane, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $56,530. Debts: $76,725.
• Jamie Colt, 641 N. Johnson St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $7,860. Debts: $35,508.
• Alan Coplin, 11739 N. Elm Grove Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,750. Debts: $42,129.
• Karen Drake, 208 S. Harrison St., North Webster. Chapter 7. Assets: $17,663. Debts: $19,807.
• Dale Hammond, 7994 Tippecanoe Shores, Tippecanoe. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,640. Debts: $211,512.
• Melissa Knapp, 8286 S. CR 425W, Claypool. Chapter 13. Assets: $76,864. Debts: $100,214.
• Kathy Letsch, 3891 E. CR 400N, Warsaw. Chapter 13. Assets: $190,200. Debts: 235,672.
• Karl Liming and Gwendolyn Liming, also known as Gwendolyn Davis and as Gwendolyn Litteral, 401 Ohio St., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $19,900. Debts: $101,060.
• Nicholas Meadows and Chasity Meadows, also known as Chasity Harding, 12 Sheridan St., Warsaw. Chapter 13. Assets: $83,527. Debts: $83,361.
• Jerry and Linda Schnieb, 8075 Ind. 25S, Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $73,966. Debts: $111,042.
• Tracey Smith, 411 W. 11th St., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $1,004,030. Debts: $349,329. [[In-content Ad]]
Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Daryl Ray Borkholder, 21, Wakarusa, and Ruth Slabaugh, 20, West CR 1350N, Nappanee.
• Ernesto Soto Davila, 31, and Nicole Erin Wilson, 17, both of Wexford Place, Warsaw.
• Jason Dean Dugger, 21, Clinic Court, Warsaw, and Carrie Elizabeth Fulton, 20, Sandra Lane, Winona Lake.
• Jeremy Ray Embry, 29, Machelle L. Downam, 34, both of East CR 500N, North Webster.
• Ryan Fredrick Hummitch, 24, East CR 225S, Winona Lake, and Holly Michelle Glass, 23, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake.
• Jesse M. Miller, 22, West CR 800N, Milford, and Maria Slabaugh, 21, West CR 1350N, Milford.
• Robert L. Shelton, 42, Old Ind. 15S, Warsaw, and Lora L. Shelton, 44, West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Evert E. Slone, 54, North Old Farm Road, Warsaw, and Margaret Ann Slone, 51, Fort Wayne.
• Cesar Rivera Soto, 24, Columbia Street, Warsaw, and Jessica Maria Giron Vega, 18, West Winona Avenue, Warsaw.
• Li Yang, 25, and Zhurong Cheng, 21, both of Baltimore Street, Syracuse.
• William Dale Yarger, 23, and Shannon Renee Wesco, 21, both of East CR 300E, Silver Lake.
• Tyler James Zielasko, 23, Tennis Street, Winona Lake, Kari Brooke Berkland, 19, Maitland, Fla.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• SAC Finance Inc. v. the following people for the amounts noted due on agreements, plus attorney fees and court costs: Adam K. Rothenberger, EMS B40 Lane, Warsaw, $7,017.51, and Keya K. Justice-Pittman, Cecil Street, North Manchester, $5,387.97.
• CreditMax Inc. v. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts: Jaquavia Meth, Churubusco, $7,917.32; Tammy L. and Joe E. Shepherd, Wood Drive, Rochester, $4,626.52; Anthony L. and Jessica M. Hall, $8,110.18; Joshua Gilley, $9,351.84; and Matthew and Melissa Hinrichs, Rising Sun, $5,403.74.
• American Acceptance Co., LLC, as assignee of National City Bank, v. Michael Stover, Kiser Lake, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $3,633.48 due on account plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Service Corp., as assignee of Providian Bank, v. Robert D. Knorr, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,764.44 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Robin D. Harrison, Columbia City, v. Misty Dawn Gayheart, W. Kiwi Road, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an April 7, 2000, auto accident near the intersection of Ind. 13 and Fourth Street, North Webster.
• Palermo, LLC, v. Correll Construction Corp., formerly doing business as CB&S Construction, Somerset, Ky.; Wal-Mart Real Estate Trust; and Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Plaintiff seeks $61,041 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mechanic's lien,with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Kendall Electric Inc. v. French Electric Inc., West CR 1400N, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $17,229.92 due on account, plus interest, $4,000 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Firstar Bank/NA v. Thomas E. Burnworth Jr., South Detroit Street Warsaw; Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services, Warsaw; Kosciusko County treasurer; and St. Joseph Hospital of Marshall County. Plaintiff seeks $55,855.99 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.
• Personal Finance Co. v. Rodolfo Garza, Ulrich Drive, Milford. Plaintiff seeks $6,109.14 due on promissory note, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Paul Hoffer v. Charles Fruitt, doing business as Fruitt Enterprises, 20th Road, Tippecanoe. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for breach of contract, plus $24,000 for three times the amount paid on uncompleted contract and for interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• American Acceptance, as assignee of Providian, v. Robert C. Kelsey, North CR 175E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $960 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• American Acceptance, as assignee of American General Finance, v. Beatrice Gregg, North Etna Street, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks $826.95 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Lassus Brothers Oil Inc. v. Quality Convenience Inc. and Darold L. and Gail E. Bryan. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $20,000, plus interest and court costs.
• Pierceton Rotary Drilling Inc. v. Romes Construction Inc. Plaintiff awarded $17,669.98 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Bank of America/NA v. Terrance L. Osterhoudt. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $8,973.91, plus interest and court costs.
• Sears, Roebuck & Co. v. Patricia S. Burkholder. Plaintiff awarded $3,037.41 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Helen P. Cook. Plaintiff awarded default judgment. Cook ordered to cease using real estate on West Swan Court at Palestine Lake as an automobile graveyard/junkyard and to pay $1,750 for the ordinance violation. Court costs taxed to defendant.
• CitiFinancial Mortgage Co. v. David S. and Brenda J. Anweiler, Greentree Financial Servicing Corp. and Beneficial Indiana Inc. Plaintiff awarded $103,885.76 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. v. Steven D. and Sheila Crowe. Plaintiff awarded $4,575.60 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. v. Brian Lackey.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Craig S. and Ann T. Hartman. April 19.
Other Action
• Brian K. Stouder v. Beth A. Stouder. This case is referred to mediation with Michael W. Reed presiding.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Joann Keys, individually and as executrix of the estate of James G. Keys, deceased, v. SYM Financial Corp., Capital Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for negligence and breach of contract for alleged unauthorized sale of mutual funds in the Keys' accounts. Plaintiff requests a trial by jury.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Christopher J. Hurd, South Lake Sharon Road, Warsaw; Chastity M. Hurd, Sharon Street, Winona Lake; and Beneficial Indiana Inc. Plaintiff seeks $87,472.62 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.
• U.S. Bank/NA v. Toni A. and Danny L. Willard, North Webster, and the unknown occupants of a South Morton Street, North Webster, residence. Plaintiff seeks $58,480.25 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 Provident Bank v. Deborah L. and Thomas L. Richcreek, East CR 500N, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $42,564.95 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.
• Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, formerly known as Union Federal Savings Bank of Indianapolis, v. Angela K. Sauter, East Lantern Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $129,000 due on promissory note, plus court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• American Investment Bank, formerly known as Tranex Credit Corp., v. Steven Iden, West Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $8,383.92 due on agreement, plus interest, $500 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Star Financial Bank v. Georgia L. Eierman, EMS B20A1 Lane, Pierceton, and Illiana Financial Credit Union, Calumet City, Ill. Plaintiff seeks $158,972.27 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.
• Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, formerly known as Union Federal Savings Bank of Indianapolis, v. Francisco G.Martinez, East Garfield Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $123,000 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.
• Esther and Jonas B. King, Goshen, v. Gwendoline L. Dewart, East Beer Road, Milford. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a June 6, 2000, auto accident near the intersection of Catherine and James streets in Milford. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Pentagon Federal Credit Union v. Matthew W. Kreft, North Lakeview Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $535.45 due on contract, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Beadle
Dennis Beadle, Kosciusko County, and Linda Beadle, Fort Wayne. They were married June 15, 1996, and separated on a date not indicated. There are no minor children.
Christiansen
Scott E. and Lynne A. Christiansen, Kosciusko County. They were married Feb. 29, 1992, and separated March 28, 2002. There are not minor children.
Decker
Cindy Decker, Old Road 30W, Warsaw, and Tom Decker, West CR 800S, Claypool. They were married July 1, 2000, and separated March 2, 2002. There are no minor children.
Dittman
David F. Jr. and Vickie Dittman, North CR 175E, Warsaw. They were married Jan. 7, 1978, and separated Jan. 26, 2002. There is one minor child.
Hendrickson
Lisa Hendrickson, South Union Street, Warsaw, and Darryl Hendrickson, South Southwood Drive, Warsaw. They were married April 20, 1996, and separated April 11, 2002. There are two minor children.
Linaweaver
Tammie Sue Linaweaver, Willow Lane, Warsaw, and Larry Paul Linaweaver, East Evergreen Drive, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 24, 2000, and separated March 13, 2002. There are no minor children.
McKrill
Miranda and Benjamin E. McKrill, East CR 200N, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 11, 1999, and separated Feb. 28, 2002. There are no minor children.
Morgan
David G. and Kelly Morgan, U.S. 30E, Pierceton. They were married Oct. 4, 1996, and separated April 8, 2002. There is one minor child.
Nickerson
Tammy Nickerson, Milford, and Shane A. Nickerson, North CR 300W, Milford. They were married May 5, 1995, and separated Feb. 1, 2002. There is one minor child.
Patino
Deanna D. Patino, Anchorage Road, Warsaw, and Mario N. Patino, Greenhill Drive, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 15, 2002, and separated April 7, 2002. There are no minor children.
Picco
Max Dale Picco Jr., West CR 250S, Warsaw, and Cheryl A. Picco, North CR 300W, Silver Lake. They were married June 15, 1991, and separated Feb. 11, 2002. There are no minor children.
Rodriguez
Basilio Rodriguez, North CR 175E, Warsaw, and Melly Ann Rodriguez, South Bend. They were married March 26, 1997, and separated on a date not indicated. There are no minor children.
Stayton
Martha Lou Stayton, East Fourth Street, Rochester, and Guy E. Stayton, Monroe Street, Rochester. They were married Nov. 30, 2001, and separated April 2, 2002. There are no minor children.
Stutzman/Reynolds
Becky L. Stutzman, South Elm Street, Milford, and Drent Reynolds, East CR 400S, Pierceton. They were married Dec. 13, 2001, and separated March 23, 2002. There are no minor children.
Yoder
Shane Yoder, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, and Elizabeth Yoder, Warsaw. They were married June 30, 2001, and separated March 20, 2002. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis v. Steven R. and Stephanie K. Boyer. Plaintiff awarded $131,700.80 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• National City Bank v. Stefanie and Mesude Mudd. Plaintiff awarded $2,817.09 from Mesude Mudd, plus interest and court costs. This case remains open against Stefanie Mudd.
• First Union Master Servicing v. Carla Risner or her unknown heirs and First Indiana Bank. First Indiana awarded $15,884.60 by default, plus interest, costs incurred and court costs. First Union awarded $61,493.60 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage subject to First Indiana's lien, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Manufacturers & Traders Trust Co. v. Miguel Montante Esquivel and Donna L. Esquivel. Plaintiff awarded $104,152.98 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• The Collection Co. v. Sherry L. Stidams. Plaintiff awarded $4,213.65 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. v. Bryce J. Gilbert. Plaintiff awarded $67,379.68 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Discover Bank v. Nicole R. Beam. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $3,205.45, plus interest and court costs.
• CitiMortgage Inc. v. Eddy B. Alcala. Plaintiff awarded $75,692.72 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Pacesetter Financial Services Inc. v. Charles Bordner. Plaintiff awarded possession of motorcycle.
Name Change
• Jaime Sumpter Rivera's request to change her name to Jaime Lyn Sumpter is granted.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. Owen and Sandra Cobburn.
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. Eddie and Loren Tridle.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• GMAC Mortgage Corp. v. Rodney Duzan.
• Bank One/NA v. Gregory K. and Diana B. Miller.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Cheri L. and Michael J. Timmreck. Couple awarded joint custody of their two minor children. April 11.
• David C. and Christie Lu Boesenberg. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $185 per week in child support. April 12.
• Kristine and Chris Keener. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $117.49 per week in child support. April 12.
• Sunshine E. and Michael A. Kyler. April 15.
• Christopher and Sara M. Lenfestey. April 16.
• Shawn B. Hacker and Penny L. (former name Atchison restored). April 16.
• Diana (former name Horton restored) and Turner C. England Sr. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $186 per week in child support. April 18.
• Katherine and Jeremiah Reith. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $130 per week in child support. April 19.
• Jonathon and Emelda Kerkhoff. Mother awarded custody of couple's five minor children. Father ordered to pay $50 per week in child support. April. 19.
• Luz E. Colon and Francisco J. Iraheta. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. April 22.
• Michele and Donald Caudill. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $87 per week in child support. April 22.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Andrew S. and Jami A. Denney.
Other Action
• Jacalyn Lee Craig v. Donald K. Craig. This case is transferred to Fulton Circuit Court, which is the proper venue for the case.
• Dale and Mary Jane Miller v. Scott Pinkowski, Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc. and American National Property and Casualty Co. This case is referred to mediation, with Thomas R. Lemon presiding.
• Herbert and Mary J. Neff v. Chris and Sharon Fowler. This case is referred to mediation, with Thomas R. Lemon presiding.
• Patrick Pfefferkorn and Nicole Eisaman v. Michael S. Shepherd. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler presiding.
• Phillip C. Brown II's probationary license issued April 15, 1999, is terminated and his full driving privileges are restored.
• Chelsea Metzger, a minor by her next friends, Libby L. and Brian K. Metzger, and Libby L. and Brian K. Metzger, individually, v. Dorothy M. Willis. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler presiding.
• Paula Renee Scott's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing her to drive for employment; necessities of life for herself and her family; to and from her place of worship, health professionals' offices and her attorney; and for Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
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.
• Michael Bryant, 1104 Arbutus Trail, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $109,900. Debts: $113,146.
• Jason Calvert and Christine Calvert, also known as Christine Kreighbaum, 1505 Pine St., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $11,900. Debts: $43,267.
• Brian Clark, 2011 Wolf Point Drive, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $9,756. Debts: $17,369.
• David Clark, 9581 E. Wawasee Lane, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $56,530. Debts: $76,725.
• Jamie Colt, 641 N. Johnson St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $7,860. Debts: $35,508.
• Alan Coplin, 11739 N. Elm Grove Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,750. Debts: $42,129.
• Karen Drake, 208 S. Harrison St., North Webster. Chapter 7. Assets: $17,663. Debts: $19,807.
• Dale Hammond, 7994 Tippecanoe Shores, Tippecanoe. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,640. Debts: $211,512.
• Melissa Knapp, 8286 S. CR 425W, Claypool. Chapter 13. Assets: $76,864. Debts: $100,214.
• Kathy Letsch, 3891 E. CR 400N, Warsaw. Chapter 13. Assets: $190,200. Debts: 235,672.
• Karl Liming and Gwendolyn Liming, also known as Gwendolyn Davis and as Gwendolyn Litteral, 401 Ohio St., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $19,900. Debts: $101,060.
• Nicholas Meadows and Chasity Meadows, also known as Chasity Harding, 12 Sheridan St., Warsaw. Chapter 13. Assets: $83,527. Debts: $83,361.
• Jerry and Linda Schnieb, 8075 Ind. 25S, Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $73,966. Debts: $111,042.
• Tracey Smith, 411 W. 11th St., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $1,004,030. Debts: $349,329. [[In-content Ad]]
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