Times-Union Court News 05-05-1998
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:
• Michael John Kats, 24, and Amanda Kruse, 23, both of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• James Ricky Smith, 30, and Pamela Sue Schuler, 37, both of South CR 100E, Claypool.
• Brandon Lee Nickell, 23, and Julie Ann Prater Craft, 21, both of South CR 600W, Mentone.
• William E. Thomas, 36, and Jenni Anne Hutchison, 23, both of Warsaw.
• Paul Ray Mullins, 24, and Jessica Lee Wright, 22, both of Claypool.
• Bryan L. Fox, 36, Fox Farm Road, Warsaw, and Sherry D. Swope, 34, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw.
• Ryan Douglas Hills, 30, and Donna Laura Durso, 30, both of East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw.
• Leon Jay Schwartz, 20, North CR 1100W, Bourbon, and Sharon Sue Miller, 20, 10th B Road, Bourbon.
• Samuel Seth Yeiter, 23, North CR 650W, Warsaw, and Celestine Ann Deck, 22, Columbia Drive, Winona Lake.
• Kevin James Kyle, 35, and Teresa E. Chilcutt, 32, both of East Hatchery Road, Syracuse.
• John J. Wagoner, 53, and Brenda A. Dolbee, 41, both of Lake Park Drive, Warsaw.
• Nelson E. Kistler, 60, and Mary J. Berkeypile, 54, both of Higbee Street, Milford.
• Eugene Coverstone, 70, North Hoss Hill Road, North Webster, and Carol M. Rhodes, 61, East CR 350N, Pierceton.
• Terry A. Besson, 31, West Oriole Drive, Warsaw, and Ruby Bailey, 53, Country Club Road, Warsaw.
• Jackson R. Dickerson, 30, and Dorothy Virginia Lawrence, 21, both of Arthur Street, Warsaw.
• Michael Anthony Gorgone, 27, and Steffani Renee Jamiel, 28, both of Streamwood, Ill.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Olivia G. Franco, $139.77; Ada Guagenti, $128.40; Theresa Kaufman, $100.32; Mary L. Miller, $97.13; and Emeteria M. Rosales, $161.27.
• The May Department Stores Inc., doing business as L.S. Ayres Co. vs. Amy F. Sollars. Plaintiff awarded $577.65.
• Elmer Hanes vs. Thomas and Deborah Seymour. Plaintiff awarded $1,240.22.
• McKenzie Check Advance of Indiana, LLC, awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Todd Liepold, $274.50; Susan Bennett, $214.50; Jessica Johnson, $54.50; Amy Sollars, $214.50; Dan Neil Ferrell, $329.50; and Scott Pelfrey, $141.50.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: James Bauer, $2,761.52; Glenda L. Ervin, $348.01; Patricia A.Neibert, $909.6; Jimmy Ray and Edwina Patrick, $1,514.08.
• Caremet Inc., doing business as Miller's Merry Manor, vs. Ida Hart. Plaintiff awarded $4,692.41.
• Summit Account and Comp. Service, doing business as General Collections Inc. vs. Harold Walters. Plaintiff awarded $511.23.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Eva L. Ratcliff. Plaintiff awarded $3,224.09.
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 $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Dale Thompson, North Webster.
Fined $25 in March, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Daniel Kern, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Failure To Stop/Vehicle - Fined $100 in March and license suspended 180 days was Jason Shepherd, Silver Lake.
No Glasses Or Contact Lenses As Required - Judgment (court costs only) in March against Jeremy Golden, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $50 in March was Jason Rangel, Milford.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in March was Nathan Hilliard, Warsaw.
Battery - Fined $100 in March and sentenced to 20 days in jail was Charlene Roatcap, Silver Lake.
Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor - Judgment (court costs only) in March against and sentenced to five days in jail was Mark Hastings, Winona Lake.
Judgment (court costs only) in March against Mark Hastings, Winona Lake (three counts).
False Informing - Judgment (court costs only) in February against and sentenced to 60 days in jail was Jeremiah England, Syracuse.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in January was Dewayne Lawson, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $50 in March was Lafe D. Huntsman, 17, North Webster.
Fined $27 in April were Mary L. Lambert, 56, Leesburg, and Valerie J. Jeffrey, 18, North Webster.
Fined $27 in March were Rodney L. Puterbaugh, 20, Warsaw; Kelly A. Campbell, 18, North Manchester; and Sue A. Warrick, 60, Syracuse.
Fined $27 in February was Crystal L. Stone, 20, Rochester.
Fined $12 in April were Diego M. Hernandez, 29, Warsaw; Leon E. Bontrager, 18, Etna Green; Scott A. Kinsey, 24, Warsaw; Arnando B. Quintero, 51, Pierceton; and Thomas England, 26, Nappanee.
Fined $12 in March were Russell F. Sproat, 29, Warsaw; James A. Pancake, 35, Warsaw; and Charles W. Koser, 52, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in February was Christopher P. Haigwood, 25, South Whitley.
Fined $7 in April was Chris Mooney, 16, Etna Green.
Fined $7 in March were Brian J. Fairchild, 17, Nappanee, and Joyce H. Riley, 32, Pierceton.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined 47 in April was Jonathon S. Metz, 19, Nappanee.
Allow Unlawful Use Of Vehicle - Fined $50 in April was Roger L. Rollins, 51, Winona Lake.
False Registration - Fined $7 in March was James D. Miller, 21, Mentone.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in March was Jack C. Bullers, 23, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
No Life Preservers When Required - Fined $7 in April was Donald E. Harlan, 45, North Manchester.
Failure To Possession Hunting/Fishing License - Fined $7 in April were Amy L. Kuczewski, 26, Claypool; Dean A. Wade, 45, Syracuse; and Gabe L. Rassi, 25, Syracuse.
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor Under Age 18 - Fined $25 in March was Rachel Ousley, 14, Mentone.
Fined $10 in March was Michael Warren, 16, Claypool.
Judgment (court costs only) in March against Travis L. Sutherlin, 17, Pierceton.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in April were Toni L. Lehman, 26, Pierceton; and Esmaralda G. Martinez, 30, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in March were David J. DeLaFuente, 18, Milford, and Melinda Barley, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in January was Garry L. Cole, 20, North Webster.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Driving Having Never Had A License - (April) Raymond Stigall, Syracuse.
Battery - (March) Randy Prater, Leesburg.
Furnishing Alcohol To A Minor - (March) Mark Hastings, Winona Lake.
Driving While Intoxicated - (March) Vickie Kuhn, Pierceton; Dewayne Stutzman, Nappanee.
Possession Of Marijuana - (October) Christopher Hall, Syracuse.
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 - (April) Lanny L. Fisher, 53, Warsaw; (March) James S. Hill, 64, North Webster; Richard S. Christ, 20, Warsaw; Ronald E. Back, 25, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Reub Williams & Sons Inc, doing business as Times-Union, vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts, plus court costs: Rebecca Kimmel, East CR 150S, Rochester, $4,014.60; Tara Prater, East CR 500S, Warsaw, $5,400.49; and Missy Shepherd, East CR 200N, Warsaw, $1,823.26.
• Valentine & Miner vs. Scott L. Howard, West Hoffer Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $311.57 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• First Card/FCC National Bank vs. Ithica M. Silveus, Oriole Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,751.37 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. vs. George C. Holbrook, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks $3,534.37 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• KeyBank National Association vs. Virginia L. Hackleman, South Forest Lane, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due on contract, plus court costs.
• Providian National Bank vs. the following people for the amounts due on credit card accounts, plus court costs: Janet L. Barker, West CR 125N, Etna Green, and Marion R. Becker, Winona Lake.
Marriage Dissolutions
Sleeth
Nikki L. Sleeth, West Wood Duck Drive, Mentone, and Timothy Sleeth, East CR 200N, Akron. They were married Sept. 18, 1993, and separated April 5, 1998. There are two minor children.
Graves
Darla J. and Danny E. Graves, West CR 700S, Claypool. They were married Feb. 14, 1993, and separated March 13, 1998. There are no minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Regina Marie Niccum. Plaintiff awarded $4,366.56 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Valentine & Miner vs. Gary Rothenberger. Plaintiff awarded $698.90.
• Walmer Supply Inc. vs. Rex Carey, doing business as ROC Construction. Plaintiff awarded $405 by default, plus court costs and attorney fees.
• Sears, Roebuck & Co. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, from the following people: Hillard Collins. $1,121.45; Garry M. Conrady, $3,447.93; and Robert G. Hamilton, $1,211.89.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. vs. Christopher M. and Amber D. Pauwels. Plaintiff awarded $7,669.68 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Bank One Columbus/NA vs. Eric M. Dudzinski.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Robynne E. and Michael J. White. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $79 per week in child support. April 22.
Other Action
• Kozon Plumbing & Heating vs. Mike and Melissa Thompson. This case is transferred to Elkhart County.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Keith D. Fisher, EMS D23A Lane, Syracuse, Midwest Collection Services and Kosciusko County treasurer. Plaintiff seeks $59,511.54 due on promissory note, plus interest, costs incurred, $2,500 in attorney fees, court costs, and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Trustees of Indiana University vs. Michele R. Foster, East McClintic Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,000 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Janis Sue Jones, South CR 600W, Claypool, vs. Dennis and Brenda McCormick, South CR 600W, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Jan. 27, 1997, fall on the McCormicks' property. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Jay Read, Plymouth, vs. William J. and Mary J. Stoll and Yvette G. Gonzalez, also known as Yvette G. Stoll, all of Hasse Court, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $13,715 due on promissory note, plus attorney fees and court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Davison
Yvonne and Keith D. Davison, North Lincoln Street, Warsaw. They were married July 19, 1987, and separated April 21, 1998. There are no minor children.
Bergman
Roni M. Bergman, Heron Road, Claypool, and Nicholas J. Bergman, Calcium, N.Y. They were married July 2, 1994, and separated Dec. 2, 1997. There is one minor child.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaint
• Edward R. and Catherine A. Bogart. Plaintiffs declared owners of property in question and title to real estate ordered quieted. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Cynthia J. and Danny R. Bickerstaff, et al, vs. Phillip G. Lutz Jr.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Thomas J. and Ammie Devenney. April 22.
• Emily (former name Hanford restored) and Dan Hrynewycz. April 24.
• Robert R. Pinder and Wendy D. (former name Fairchild restored). April 24.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Geraldine and Michael Jefferson.
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.
• David M. Bussard and Kalynn Bussard, also known as Kalynn Parker, 314 W. Walnut St., Akron. Chapter 7. April 1. Assets: $8,600. Debts: $48,932.87.
• Richard J. Conway, 507 N. Washington St., Bourbon. Chapter 7. March 26. Assets: $69,200. Debts: $82,939.51.
• Clint Harris, 5790 S.W. Channel Road, Warsaw. Chapter 7. March 31. Assets: $1,900. Debts: $36,753.
• Billy R. and Penny L. Hendrickson, 7440 S. CR 300E, Claypool. Chapter 7. March 31. Assets: $56,412.42. Debts: $64,986.41.
• Timothy Devaun McIntyre and Kay Linn McIntyre, also known as Kay Linn Jones, 1101 N. Thayer St. #8, Bourbon, and 2662 Michigan Road #20, Plymouth. Chapter 7. March 31. Assets: $1,866. Debts: $65,012.58.
• Willard A. Jr. and Debbie K. Shortz, 4796 E. CR 500N, Rochester. Chapter 7. March 30. Assets: $11,005. Debts: $42,052.95.
• James Ricky Smith, 9656 S. CR 100E, Claypool. Chapter 7. March 27. Assets: $28,000. Debts: $71,500.
• Ernest Oscar and Molly Jean Vance, 3744 S. CR 1600E, Silver Lake. Chapter 7. March 26. Assets: $28,760. Debts: $64,705.57.
• Timmy Lee Barrand, 3688 N. Prairie St., Warsaw. Chapter 13. April 3. Assets: $3,630. Debts: $51,915.58.
• Robert and Vicki Divine, 422 S. Detroit St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 8. Assets: $33,794.77. Debts: $60,658.12.
• Marcus Allen Dragoo, 116 Walnut St., North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 7. Assets: $3,635. Debts: $18,795.
• Nick Adam Gaerte and Jerri Diane Gaerte, also known as Jerri Diane Shambarger, 29 N. Surf Drive, North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 2. Assets: $80,280. Debts: $80,762.56.
• Michael Scott Moss, 329 Eisenhower Parkway, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 6. Assets: $80,657. Debts: $103,807.45.
• Paula Kay Neher, 4678 S. CR 450W, Claypool. Chapter 7. April 7. Assets: $3,550. Debts: $20,006.12.
• Donald Ray Shepherd, 3708 N. Prairie St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 7. Assets: $840. Debts: $15,141.76.
• Gary Allen Smith, 10648 N. CR 700E, North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 7. Assets: $3,700. Debts: $53,381.85.
• Mark A. Bell, 78 N. Tepee Drive, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 10. Assets: $1,000. Debts: $17,936.31.
• Sharon Campbell, also known as Sheron Campbell, Sheron Campbell Wray and Sheron Wray, 1204 Chestnut St., Winona Lake. Chapter 7. March 24. Assets: $4,000. Debts: $70,537.36.
• Nathan Hugh Comeno, 5525 12B Road, Bourbon. Chapter 7. March 20. Assets: $3,975. Debts: $6,118.64.
• William Gregory and Sandra Kay Freestone, 210 EMS B1 Lane, Leesburg. Chapter 7. April 15. Assets: $6,964.44. Debts: $12,649.86.
• Brian H. Gerald, 1201 Wabash Ave., Rochester. Chapter 7. April 14. Assets: $15,400. Debts: $18,788.72.
• Penny Maire Graham, P.O. Box 114, Atwood. Chapter 13. March 25. Assets: $4,396. Debts: $26,623.
• Joseph Allen Heckathorn, 3628 S. CR 800E, Akron. Chapter 7. April 8. Assets: $1,070. Debts: $52,663.
• Quentin Dale and Barbara Sue Hunt, 804 E. Seventh St., North Manchester. Chapter 13. April 9. Assets: $89,650. Debts: $148,645.32.
• Russell and Alicia Jones, 752 S. Clark St., Nappanee. Chapter 13. April 8. Assets: $86,327. Debts: $95,324.37.
• Alvin Dale Kinzie and Dawn Michelle Kinzie, also known as Dawn M. Diehl, 106 S. Maple St., North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 9. Assets: $4,302.23. Debts: $21,864.66.
• Harold W. Lowe, 1101 Rochester Blvd., Rochester. Chapter 7. April 14. Assets: $68,350. Debts: $72,344.93.
• Eleanor Louise Moore, 502 E. Northshore Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. April 15. Assets: $1,700. Debts: $26,609.20.
• Mark Allen Morrison, 920 Anchorage Road #62, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 9. Assets: $23,255. Debts: $36,812.14.
• Deborah Lee Mosurak, 1210 Hilltop Ave. #8, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 16. Assets: $8,030. Debts: $50,015.
• Timothy Lee Richardson and Deborah Jean Richardson, also known as Deborah Jean Boyne, 6832 Olson Road, Rochester. Chapter 7. April 14. Assets: $80,750. Debts: $89,608.72.
• Tammy J. Stevens, 525 Turtle Bay Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. April 10. Assets: $3,050. Debts: $70,264.
• Jerry Gerome and Regina Wadkins, 107 E. Prairie St., Leesburg. Chapter 7. April 14. Assets: $77,300. Debts: $76,231.77.
• Jacqueline Warren, also known as Jackie Young and Jackie Treesh, 210 S. Main St. #8, Etna Green. Chapter 7. April 10. Assets: $2,150. Debts: $43,220.
• Kim A. and Linda L. Wood, 436 S. Columbia St. #3, Warsaw, and 1901 Miami Drive, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 10. Assets: $11,350. Debts: $107,366.46.
• Jeffrey L. Curry, 1701 Briarwood Drive, North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 20. Assets: $48,765.51. Debts: $47,656.73.
• Michael John Derby, 301 S.High St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 15. Assets: $11,380. Debts: $49,544.89.
• William D. and Judy H. Downhour, 567 E. CR 350N, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 21. Assets: $15,314.80. Debts: $77,511.28.
• Marci Joe Elliot, 508 W. Market St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. April 21. Assets: $1,301. Debts: $21,097.56.
• Jimmy Dean Hall, 511 Prairie Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 13. April 17. Assets: $41,205. Debts: $50,017.57.
• Charles S. and Doris J. Peach, 302 N. Madison St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. April 21. Assets: $16,600. Debts: $49,328.
• Tamara Lynn Sarver, also known as Tammy L. Sarver, 514 E. 12th St., Rochester. Chapter 7. April 20. Assets: $12,297. Debts: $18,638.77.
• Rebecca Shoemaker, 7699 N. CR 450, Rochester. Chapter 7. April 21. Assets: $300. Debts: $23,926.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Michael John Kats, 24, and Amanda Kruse, 23, both of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• James Ricky Smith, 30, and Pamela Sue Schuler, 37, both of South CR 100E, Claypool.
• Brandon Lee Nickell, 23, and Julie Ann Prater Craft, 21, both of South CR 600W, Mentone.
• William E. Thomas, 36, and Jenni Anne Hutchison, 23, both of Warsaw.
• Paul Ray Mullins, 24, and Jessica Lee Wright, 22, both of Claypool.
• Bryan L. Fox, 36, Fox Farm Road, Warsaw, and Sherry D. Swope, 34, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw.
• Ryan Douglas Hills, 30, and Donna Laura Durso, 30, both of East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw.
• Leon Jay Schwartz, 20, North CR 1100W, Bourbon, and Sharon Sue Miller, 20, 10th B Road, Bourbon.
• Samuel Seth Yeiter, 23, North CR 650W, Warsaw, and Celestine Ann Deck, 22, Columbia Drive, Winona Lake.
• Kevin James Kyle, 35, and Teresa E. Chilcutt, 32, both of East Hatchery Road, Syracuse.
• John J. Wagoner, 53, and Brenda A. Dolbee, 41, both of Lake Park Drive, Warsaw.
• Nelson E. Kistler, 60, and Mary J. Berkeypile, 54, both of Higbee Street, Milford.
• Eugene Coverstone, 70, North Hoss Hill Road, North Webster, and Carol M. Rhodes, 61, East CR 350N, Pierceton.
• Terry A. Besson, 31, West Oriole Drive, Warsaw, and Ruby Bailey, 53, Country Club Road, Warsaw.
• Jackson R. Dickerson, 30, and Dorothy Virginia Lawrence, 21, both of Arthur Street, Warsaw.
• Michael Anthony Gorgone, 27, and Steffani Renee Jamiel, 28, both of Streamwood, Ill.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Olivia G. Franco, $139.77; Ada Guagenti, $128.40; Theresa Kaufman, $100.32; Mary L. Miller, $97.13; and Emeteria M. Rosales, $161.27.
• The May Department Stores Inc., doing business as L.S. Ayres Co. vs. Amy F. Sollars. Plaintiff awarded $577.65.
• Elmer Hanes vs. Thomas and Deborah Seymour. Plaintiff awarded $1,240.22.
• McKenzie Check Advance of Indiana, LLC, awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Todd Liepold, $274.50; Susan Bennett, $214.50; Jessica Johnson, $54.50; Amy Sollars, $214.50; Dan Neil Ferrell, $329.50; and Scott Pelfrey, $141.50.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: James Bauer, $2,761.52; Glenda L. Ervin, $348.01; Patricia A.Neibert, $909.6; Jimmy Ray and Edwina Patrick, $1,514.08.
• Caremet Inc., doing business as Miller's Merry Manor, vs. Ida Hart. Plaintiff awarded $4,692.41.
• Summit Account and Comp. Service, doing business as General Collections Inc. vs. Harold Walters. Plaintiff awarded $511.23.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Eva L. Ratcliff. Plaintiff awarded $3,224.09.
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 $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Dale Thompson, North Webster.
Fined $25 in March, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Daniel Kern, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Failure To Stop/Vehicle - Fined $100 in March and license suspended 180 days was Jason Shepherd, Silver Lake.
No Glasses Or Contact Lenses As Required - Judgment (court costs only) in March against Jeremy Golden, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $50 in March was Jason Rangel, Milford.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in March was Nathan Hilliard, Warsaw.
Battery - Fined $100 in March and sentenced to 20 days in jail was Charlene Roatcap, Silver Lake.
Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor - Judgment (court costs only) in March against and sentenced to five days in jail was Mark Hastings, Winona Lake.
Judgment (court costs only) in March against Mark Hastings, Winona Lake (three counts).
False Informing - Judgment (court costs only) in February against and sentenced to 60 days in jail was Jeremiah England, Syracuse.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in January was Dewayne Lawson, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $50 in March was Lafe D. Huntsman, 17, North Webster.
Fined $27 in April were Mary L. Lambert, 56, Leesburg, and Valerie J. Jeffrey, 18, North Webster.
Fined $27 in March were Rodney L. Puterbaugh, 20, Warsaw; Kelly A. Campbell, 18, North Manchester; and Sue A. Warrick, 60, Syracuse.
Fined $27 in February was Crystal L. Stone, 20, Rochester.
Fined $12 in April were Diego M. Hernandez, 29, Warsaw; Leon E. Bontrager, 18, Etna Green; Scott A. Kinsey, 24, Warsaw; Arnando B. Quintero, 51, Pierceton; and Thomas England, 26, Nappanee.
Fined $12 in March were Russell F. Sproat, 29, Warsaw; James A. Pancake, 35, Warsaw; and Charles W. Koser, 52, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in February was Christopher P. Haigwood, 25, South Whitley.
Fined $7 in April was Chris Mooney, 16, Etna Green.
Fined $7 in March were Brian J. Fairchild, 17, Nappanee, and Joyce H. Riley, 32, Pierceton.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined 47 in April was Jonathon S. Metz, 19, Nappanee.
Allow Unlawful Use Of Vehicle - Fined $50 in April was Roger L. Rollins, 51, Winona Lake.
False Registration - Fined $7 in March was James D. Miller, 21, Mentone.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in March was Jack C. Bullers, 23, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
No Life Preservers When Required - Fined $7 in April was Donald E. Harlan, 45, North Manchester.
Failure To Possession Hunting/Fishing License - Fined $7 in April were Amy L. Kuczewski, 26, Claypool; Dean A. Wade, 45, Syracuse; and Gabe L. Rassi, 25, Syracuse.
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor Under Age 18 - Fined $25 in March was Rachel Ousley, 14, Mentone.
Fined $10 in March was Michael Warren, 16, Claypool.
Judgment (court costs only) in March against Travis L. Sutherlin, 17, Pierceton.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in April were Toni L. Lehman, 26, Pierceton; and Esmaralda G. Martinez, 30, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in March were David J. DeLaFuente, 18, Milford, and Melinda Barley, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in January was Garry L. Cole, 20, North Webster.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Driving Having Never Had A License - (April) Raymond Stigall, Syracuse.
Battery - (March) Randy Prater, Leesburg.
Furnishing Alcohol To A Minor - (March) Mark Hastings, Winona Lake.
Driving While Intoxicated - (March) Vickie Kuhn, Pierceton; Dewayne Stutzman, Nappanee.
Possession Of Marijuana - (October) Christopher Hall, Syracuse.
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 - (April) Lanny L. Fisher, 53, Warsaw; (March) James S. Hill, 64, North Webster; Richard S. Christ, 20, Warsaw; Ronald E. Back, 25, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Reub Williams & Sons Inc, doing business as Times-Union, vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts, plus court costs: Rebecca Kimmel, East CR 150S, Rochester, $4,014.60; Tara Prater, East CR 500S, Warsaw, $5,400.49; and Missy Shepherd, East CR 200N, Warsaw, $1,823.26.
• Valentine & Miner vs. Scott L. Howard, West Hoffer Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $311.57 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• First Card/FCC National Bank vs. Ithica M. Silveus, Oriole Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,751.37 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. vs. George C. Holbrook, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks $3,534.37 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• KeyBank National Association vs. Virginia L. Hackleman, South Forest Lane, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due on contract, plus court costs.
• Providian National Bank vs. the following people for the amounts due on credit card accounts, plus court costs: Janet L. Barker, West CR 125N, Etna Green, and Marion R. Becker, Winona Lake.
Marriage Dissolutions
Sleeth
Nikki L. Sleeth, West Wood Duck Drive, Mentone, and Timothy Sleeth, East CR 200N, Akron. They were married Sept. 18, 1993, and separated April 5, 1998. There are two minor children.
Graves
Darla J. and Danny E. Graves, West CR 700S, Claypool. They were married Feb. 14, 1993, and separated March 13, 1998. There are no minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Regina Marie Niccum. Plaintiff awarded $4,366.56 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Valentine & Miner vs. Gary Rothenberger. Plaintiff awarded $698.90.
• Walmer Supply Inc. vs. Rex Carey, doing business as ROC Construction. Plaintiff awarded $405 by default, plus court costs and attorney fees.
• Sears, Roebuck & Co. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, from the following people: Hillard Collins. $1,121.45; Garry M. Conrady, $3,447.93; and Robert G. Hamilton, $1,211.89.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. vs. Christopher M. and Amber D. Pauwels. Plaintiff awarded $7,669.68 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Bank One Columbus/NA vs. Eric M. Dudzinski.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Robynne E. and Michael J. White. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $79 per week in child support. April 22.
Other Action
• Kozon Plumbing & Heating vs. Mike and Melissa Thompson. This case is transferred to Elkhart County.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Keith D. Fisher, EMS D23A Lane, Syracuse, Midwest Collection Services and Kosciusko County treasurer. Plaintiff seeks $59,511.54 due on promissory note, plus interest, costs incurred, $2,500 in attorney fees, court costs, and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Trustees of Indiana University vs. Michele R. Foster, East McClintic Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,000 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Janis Sue Jones, South CR 600W, Claypool, vs. Dennis and Brenda McCormick, South CR 600W, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Jan. 27, 1997, fall on the McCormicks' property. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Jay Read, Plymouth, vs. William J. and Mary J. Stoll and Yvette G. Gonzalez, also known as Yvette G. Stoll, all of Hasse Court, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $13,715 due on promissory note, plus attorney fees and court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Davison
Yvonne and Keith D. Davison, North Lincoln Street, Warsaw. They were married July 19, 1987, and separated April 21, 1998. There are no minor children.
Bergman
Roni M. Bergman, Heron Road, Claypool, and Nicholas J. Bergman, Calcium, N.Y. They were married July 2, 1994, and separated Dec. 2, 1997. There is one minor child.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaint
• Edward R. and Catherine A. Bogart. Plaintiffs declared owners of property in question and title to real estate ordered quieted. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Cynthia J. and Danny R. Bickerstaff, et al, vs. Phillip G. Lutz Jr.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Thomas J. and Ammie Devenney. April 22.
• Emily (former name Hanford restored) and Dan Hrynewycz. April 24.
• Robert R. Pinder and Wendy D. (former name Fairchild restored). April 24.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Geraldine and Michael Jefferson.
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.
• David M. Bussard and Kalynn Bussard, also known as Kalynn Parker, 314 W. Walnut St., Akron. Chapter 7. April 1. Assets: $8,600. Debts: $48,932.87.
• Richard J. Conway, 507 N. Washington St., Bourbon. Chapter 7. March 26. Assets: $69,200. Debts: $82,939.51.
• Clint Harris, 5790 S.W. Channel Road, Warsaw. Chapter 7. March 31. Assets: $1,900. Debts: $36,753.
• Billy R. and Penny L. Hendrickson, 7440 S. CR 300E, Claypool. Chapter 7. March 31. Assets: $56,412.42. Debts: $64,986.41.
• Timothy Devaun McIntyre and Kay Linn McIntyre, also known as Kay Linn Jones, 1101 N. Thayer St. #8, Bourbon, and 2662 Michigan Road #20, Plymouth. Chapter 7. March 31. Assets: $1,866. Debts: $65,012.58.
• Willard A. Jr. and Debbie K. Shortz, 4796 E. CR 500N, Rochester. Chapter 7. March 30. Assets: $11,005. Debts: $42,052.95.
• James Ricky Smith, 9656 S. CR 100E, Claypool. Chapter 7. March 27. Assets: $28,000. Debts: $71,500.
• Ernest Oscar and Molly Jean Vance, 3744 S. CR 1600E, Silver Lake. Chapter 7. March 26. Assets: $28,760. Debts: $64,705.57.
• Timmy Lee Barrand, 3688 N. Prairie St., Warsaw. Chapter 13. April 3. Assets: $3,630. Debts: $51,915.58.
• Robert and Vicki Divine, 422 S. Detroit St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 8. Assets: $33,794.77. Debts: $60,658.12.
• Marcus Allen Dragoo, 116 Walnut St., North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 7. Assets: $3,635. Debts: $18,795.
• Nick Adam Gaerte and Jerri Diane Gaerte, also known as Jerri Diane Shambarger, 29 N. Surf Drive, North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 2. Assets: $80,280. Debts: $80,762.56.
• Michael Scott Moss, 329 Eisenhower Parkway, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 6. Assets: $80,657. Debts: $103,807.45.
• Paula Kay Neher, 4678 S. CR 450W, Claypool. Chapter 7. April 7. Assets: $3,550. Debts: $20,006.12.
• Donald Ray Shepherd, 3708 N. Prairie St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 7. Assets: $840. Debts: $15,141.76.
• Gary Allen Smith, 10648 N. CR 700E, North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 7. Assets: $3,700. Debts: $53,381.85.
• Mark A. Bell, 78 N. Tepee Drive, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 10. Assets: $1,000. Debts: $17,936.31.
• Sharon Campbell, also known as Sheron Campbell, Sheron Campbell Wray and Sheron Wray, 1204 Chestnut St., Winona Lake. Chapter 7. March 24. Assets: $4,000. Debts: $70,537.36.
• Nathan Hugh Comeno, 5525 12B Road, Bourbon. Chapter 7. March 20. Assets: $3,975. Debts: $6,118.64.
• William Gregory and Sandra Kay Freestone, 210 EMS B1 Lane, Leesburg. Chapter 7. April 15. Assets: $6,964.44. Debts: $12,649.86.
• Brian H. Gerald, 1201 Wabash Ave., Rochester. Chapter 7. April 14. Assets: $15,400. Debts: $18,788.72.
• Penny Maire Graham, P.O. Box 114, Atwood. Chapter 13. March 25. Assets: $4,396. Debts: $26,623.
• Joseph Allen Heckathorn, 3628 S. CR 800E, Akron. Chapter 7. April 8. Assets: $1,070. Debts: $52,663.
• Quentin Dale and Barbara Sue Hunt, 804 E. Seventh St., North Manchester. Chapter 13. April 9. Assets: $89,650. Debts: $148,645.32.
• Russell and Alicia Jones, 752 S. Clark St., Nappanee. Chapter 13. April 8. Assets: $86,327. Debts: $95,324.37.
• Alvin Dale Kinzie and Dawn Michelle Kinzie, also known as Dawn M. Diehl, 106 S. Maple St., North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 9. Assets: $4,302.23. Debts: $21,864.66.
• Harold W. Lowe, 1101 Rochester Blvd., Rochester. Chapter 7. April 14. Assets: $68,350. Debts: $72,344.93.
• Eleanor Louise Moore, 502 E. Northshore Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. April 15. Assets: $1,700. Debts: $26,609.20.
• Mark Allen Morrison, 920 Anchorage Road #62, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 9. Assets: $23,255. Debts: $36,812.14.
• Deborah Lee Mosurak, 1210 Hilltop Ave. #8, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 16. Assets: $8,030. Debts: $50,015.
• Timothy Lee Richardson and Deborah Jean Richardson, also known as Deborah Jean Boyne, 6832 Olson Road, Rochester. Chapter 7. April 14. Assets: $80,750. Debts: $89,608.72.
• Tammy J. Stevens, 525 Turtle Bay Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. April 10. Assets: $3,050. Debts: $70,264.
• Jerry Gerome and Regina Wadkins, 107 E. Prairie St., Leesburg. Chapter 7. April 14. Assets: $77,300. Debts: $76,231.77.
• Jacqueline Warren, also known as Jackie Young and Jackie Treesh, 210 S. Main St. #8, Etna Green. Chapter 7. April 10. Assets: $2,150. Debts: $43,220.
• Kim A. and Linda L. Wood, 436 S. Columbia St. #3, Warsaw, and 1901 Miami Drive, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 10. Assets: $11,350. Debts: $107,366.46.
• Jeffrey L. Curry, 1701 Briarwood Drive, North Manchester. Chapter 7. April 20. Assets: $48,765.51. Debts: $47,656.73.
• Michael John Derby, 301 S.High St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 15. Assets: $11,380. Debts: $49,544.89.
• William D. and Judy H. Downhour, 567 E. CR 350N, Warsaw. Chapter 7. April 21. Assets: $15,314.80. Debts: $77,511.28.
• Marci Joe Elliot, 508 W. Market St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. April 21. Assets: $1,301. Debts: $21,097.56.
• Jimmy Dean Hall, 511 Prairie Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 13. April 17. Assets: $41,205. Debts: $50,017.57.
• Charles S. and Doris J. Peach, 302 N. Madison St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. April 21. Assets: $16,600. Debts: $49,328.
• Tamara Lynn Sarver, also known as Tammy L. Sarver, 514 E. 12th St., Rochester. Chapter 7. April 20. Assets: $12,297. Debts: $18,638.77.
• Rebecca Shoemaker, 7699 N. CR 450, Rochester. Chapter 7. April 21. Assets: $300. Debts: $23,926.
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