Times-Union Court News 05-28-1997
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Thadd Alan Mellott, 20, Ind. 19S, Bourbon, and Cherie Ann Agan, 20, East CR 400N, Rochester.
• James Ray Redman, 53, and Diana Kay Redman, 53, both of Jackson, Mich.
• Carlos Ray Hall Jr., 27, and Tara Lee Sechrist, 22, both of North Lake Street, Warsaw.
• David Michael Doerling, 27, and Irina Fedortsena, 17, both of Ind. 19N, Etna Green.
• Michael James Noel Jr., 28, and Christine Marie Ridings, 25, both of Leesburg.
• Steven Earl Larrison, 45, and Pamela Sue Parker, 24, both of Ind. 19N, Etna Green.
• Chad Edward Harter, 26, and Michelle Renee Osborn, 21, both of Court Street, Warsaw.
• Jason Edward Mickley, 24, North Grove Road, Milford, and Kendra Michelle Douglas, 24, North Woodland Acres, Syracuse.
• Eric M. Epple, 39, North Walnut Street, Etna Green, and Debra L. Flenar, 37, Etna Green.
• Nathan Matthew Christoffel, 21, and Amy Kathleen Wood, 22, both of Ind. 13S, Pierceton.
• James Loren Walton Jr., 34, Claypool, and Anita Kay Porter, 33, White Pigeon, Mich.
• William W. Warford, 42, and Ruby L. Myers, 41, both of North Koher Road, Syracuse.
• James Leonard Tanner, 23, Tulsa, Okla., and Amy Elizabeth Daniels, 20, Huffman Street, Winona Lake.
• William P. Hopkins, 32, and Heather Angel Simmons, 22, both of Happiness Drive, Syracuse.
• Gerald P. Hogan, 46, North Detroit Street, Warsaw, and Sally S. Frankowski, 46, East Patterson Road, Warsaw.
• Daniel E. Snyder, 33, and Thelma D. Jones, 41, both of Meadowview Drive, Syracuse.
• James A. Walton, 39, and Gaye L. Nelson, 37, both of EMS B70 Lane, Warsaw.
• Kenneth Vito Olson, 28, Sunday Lane, Winona Lake, and Collette Jane Lehman, 29, Third Street, Winona Lake.
• Daniel Wayne Jones, 39, and Jennifer Louise Scott, 34, both of South Valentine Road, Claypool.
• Kevin Ronald Gates, 27, East CR 500S, Warsaw, and Regina Lynn King, 27, Rt. 2, Silver Lake.
• Brian James Davison, 24, North Williamson Drive, Warsaw, and Melissa Dawn McAfoose, 22, West Van Buren Street, Leesburg.
• Martin J. Holbrook, 60, LaVista Drive, Warsaw, and Glenda L. Stouder, 53, Old Road 30W, Warsaw.
• Jason Lee Ritter, 24, and Bobbi J. Cooper, 28, both of EMS B1A Lane, Leesburg.
• Craig Eugene Brown, 25, and Kristi Colleen Stevens, 20, both of South CR 500W, Silver Lake.
• Matthew Gary Witt, 24, Administration Boulevard, Winona Lake, and Anita K. Landrum, 28, Chicago, Ill.
• David E. King, 30, and Deanna L. Bennett, 32, both of West CR 300N, Warsaw.
• P. Mark Black, 34, Park Avenue, Winona Lake, and Janine M. Pfister, 38, Behlman Drive, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• American General Finance Inc. vs. Loren and Candy Truman. Plaintiff awarded $2,673.49.
• North Webster PTO vs. Diane Wyrick. Plaintiff awarded $72.
• Clinical Gynecology Inc. vs. Carole L. Beerwart. Plaintiff awarded $236.16.
• Jennifer and Linda Bowers vs. Julia Arrowood. Plaintiffs awarded $250.
• D&R Motors awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Miriam Linkenhoker, $150; Deb Gerber, $369.54; John G. Goble, $1,347.50; and Enrique Ramos, $443.43.
• Auto Owners Insurance Co. vs. Brenda Kae LaRue. Plaintiff awarded $1,366.90.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Randy L. Klase. Plaintiff awarded $2,872.62.
• Rockhill, et al, vs. Corrie L. Richardson. Plaintiff awarded $766.56.
• Reed & Earhart awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Sheryl L. Wolfe Yates, $555.87; Judith C. Dietz, $1,076.35; and Kathleen Chilcutt, $254.10.
• Jan Shane vs. Danny Easterday and Christina Craft. Plaintiff awarded judgment.
• Charles Stuckman vs. Curtis and Rebecca Young. Plaintiff awarded $2,400.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. vs. Heaven Bevins. Plaintiff awarded $1,043.73.
• U.S. Directories Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Williams Construction Inc, $1,614.20; Warsaw Industrial Tool & Supply Inc. $1,150.33; Willis Ousley Sr., doing business as Willis Ousley Well Drilling, $1,057.97; and Linda Oden, $781.69.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. vs. Richard Stutzman. Plaintiff awarded $375.88.
• Wawasee Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Timothy and Christine Flaugh, $100.65; Bobby and Rhoda Goad, $22.99; Valerie Huffenberger, $87.80; Francine Heater, $166.55; Yvette Howard, $112.22; Charles and Brenda Howard, $40.19; Diane Kidd, $150.38; Kimberly K. Keene, judgment; Donald Leemon, 456.20; Mark and Linda Mallane, $256.95;
Also, Daniel and Lori McKibben, $47.80; Joni Miller, $159.40; Robert and Carol McCray, $163.40; Cheryl Jackson, $8.85; Sharleen Miller, $123.09; Brad and M. Lisa Niles, $154.20; and Rhonda Hickman, $134.78.
• W&W Gravel Inc. vs. Mike Neer. Plaintiff awarded $5,961.83.
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 $323.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Wayne Beck, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 90 days was Charles Artrip, North Webster.
Fined $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Sherry Campbell, Pierceton.
The following people also paid $123.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $101.50 and license suspended 90 days was Yvette Gonzalez, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in March and license suspended 90 days was Bobby Farley, Syracuse.
Fined $100 in February was Timothy Gaylord, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $123 in court costs:
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in May was Joshua Trout, Silver Lake.
Fined $52 in February was Gregory Newsome, Syracuse.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in May and ordered to serve two days of community service were: Jennifer Shoemaker, Warsaw; Jason Stidams, Leesburg; Brad Stidams, Syracuse; Jamie Elijah, Leesburg; Alicia Schmidt, Warsaw; and Gregory Addair, Winona Lake.
Fined $50 in April was Marin Rivera, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in March and license suspended 60 days was Michael Taylor, Winona Lake.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in April were Allen Davis, Warsaw, and Mark Albright, Warsaw.
Fined $52 in February was Sheena Fullmer, Syracuse.
Check Deception - Fined $25 in April was William Stoll, Syracuse.
Battery - Fined $250 in February was Jose Flores, Milford.
Fined $100 in January was Francisco Ramirez, Warsaw.
False Reporting - Fined $50 in February was Eribeto Patino, Warsaw.
Failure To Properly Tag Deer - Fined $25 in January and ordered to pay a $500 replacement fee to the Department of Natural Resources was Terence Korn, Pierceton.
The following people also paid $63.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $50 in March was Christopher L. Harmon, 21, Syracuse.
Fined $27 in May were: Robert W. Honneffer, 45, Warsaw; Donnie R. Adams, 28, Etna Green; and Sarah L. Ellison, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in April were Heidi A. SMith, 21, Warsaw, and Derek S. Hatcher, 16, Leesburg.
Fined $27 in March were: Christopher R. Goble, 21, Winona Lake; Chad L. Ousley, 24, Pierceton; and Douglas L. Kannel, 39, Syracuse.
Fined $27 in December was Rafael Martinez, 21, Akron.
Fined $12 in May were: David L. Shipley, 19, Leesburg; Pablo Martinez, 23, Warsaw; April L. Hershberger, 17, Milford; Arthur H. McGinness, 54, Winona Lake; Tim D. Norman, 37, Warsaw; Barbara S. Frederick, 29, Nappanee; Eric T. Wentz, 17, Warsaw; and Troy M. Hatfield, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in April were: Loretta S. Grossnickle, 48, Winona Lake; Connie M. Hackworth, 24, Warsaw; Lamar W. Peugh, 21, Winona Lake; Matthew S. Isaacs. 17, Leesburg; and Rachael A. Hull, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in March was Joshua N. Schmidt, 23, Nappanee.
Fined $7 in May were Clint J. Fletcher, 23, Warsaw, and Joseph K. Wildman, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in April were: Kevin M. Stouder, 17, Warsaw; James M. Layne, 25, Syracuse; and Kathy S. Allen, 30, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in March was Carrie A. Nelson, 21, Warsaw.
Failure To Use Headlights - Fined $7 in May was Joseph K. Wildman, 16, Warsaw.
No Motorcycle Endorsement - Fined $17 in May was Joshua D. Trout, 21, Silver Lake.
Expired Driver's License - Fined $7 in May was Chad C. Berkeypile, 25, Milford.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in April was Jeffery S. Lain, 23, Rochester.
Failure To Yield To Emergency Vehicle - Fined $7 in April was Travis R. Spoor, 17, Bourbon.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in April were Andrew R. Ruddell, 30, Syracuse, and Jose S. Huizar, 21, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in April was Thomas R. Kauffman, 37, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in March was John R. Hersha, 33, Larwill.
Passing Violation - Fined $7 in March was Minda S. Taylor, 33, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in July was Rafael Martinez, 21, Akron.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in March was Bonnie F. Allison, 53, Silver Lake.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $250 in August was Jarrod W. Campbell, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in August was Douglas N. Howard, 25, Larwill.
Fined $25 in July was Brenda J. Fisher, 35, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $63 in court costs:
Failure To Produce Valid Boat Registration - Fined $7 in April was Bryce M. Schaefer, 17, North Webster.
Allowing Dog To Stray - Fined $1 in March was Darrell Hall, Warsaw.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in March was Brian P. White, 21, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in May were: Joseph K. Wildman, 16, Warsaw; Deloris A. Edmunds, 21, Warsaw; Elva Malagon, 35, Warsaw; and Francisco Ramirez, 26, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in April were: Luke A. Brunner, 28, Mentone; Wesley V. Prater, 19, Silver Lake; Chad M. Williamson, 22, Warsaw; and Wesley A. Hunt, 38, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in March was Donald K. Klosinski, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in July was Rafael Martinez, 21, Akron.
Charges were dismissed against the following person:
Public Intoxication - (February) Gregory Newsome, Syracuse.
Deferrals
The following people have entered into deferral agreements through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $50 user's fee and $25 in court costs. If the defendants commit no other violations during a five-month period following signing of the agreement, the charges will be dismissed.
Speeding - (April) Alice A. Petty, 44, Warsaw; Sara M. Strahan, 25, Warsaw; Sandra D. Green, 52, Syracuse.
Estates
The following estates, with an estimated value of $100,000 or more to be divided among the named beneficiaries, were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court:
• Gwendolyn K. Weisser died Aug. 24, 1994, at the age of 76, leaving an estate valued at $905,463.17. Beneficiaries: Herman R. Weisser, husband, and Larry, Freddie Don, Phillip G. and Steven R. Weisser, sons.
• Margaret R. McSwain died March 6, 1996, at the age of 83, leaving an estate valued at $170,763.46. Beneficiary: Dorothy M. Lynn, daughter, Bittersweet Lane, Rochester.
• Margaret H. Fixel died Aug. 7, 1996, leaving an estate valued at $220,413.58. Beneficiaries: Margaret F. and Phillip L. Scott, daughter and son-in-law.
• Hatcher Howard died Feb. 12, 1997, at the age of 69, leaving an estate valued at $141,000. Beneficiaries: Ralph F. Howard, son, West CR 900N, North Manchester; Billy W. Howard, son, Liberty Mills; and Michael L. Bowers, stepson, North Second Street, Leesburg.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on promissory notes, plus interest and court costs: Wilford and Vikkie Prater, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw, $39,859.36; Howard L. and Chris Welch, Columbia City, $2,318.88; and Mickey and Denise Evans, Rt. 1, Silver Lake, $1,706.85.
• Farm Credit Services of Mid-America vs. Ronald D. Lowell D. and Betty E. Anglin, all of Nappanee, Indiana Department of Revenue, U.S. Department of Treasury and Great American Lines Inc. Plaintiff seeks $279,751.77 due on promissory note, plus interest; attorney fees; court costs; costs incurred; and mortgage foreclosed as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Steven W. and Rebecca J. Miller vs. Explorer Van Co., a division of Bodor Corp., U.S. 30 and Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of five counts for alleged negligence, fraud and breach of warranty.
Marriage Dissolutions
Barker
Janet Barker, West CR 150S, Etna Green, and Karl Steven Barker, North Parks-Schram Road, Warsaw. They were married March 20, 1986, and separated Feb. 8, 1997. There is one minor child.
Patrick/Campbell
Charlotte Patrick and Dwayne T. Campbell, Huntington. They were married Sept. 25, 1996, and separated May 16, 1997. 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
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Rick A. and Jessica Wright and Curtis Sr. and Ruth Ousley. Plaintiff awarded $5,535.87 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Orah Wayne and Martha Lee Smith vs. Devries Property Inc. Plaintiffs awarded $2,244.95, plus interest and court costs.
• Phil Fevold vs. Blake Neeley. Plaintiff awarded $23,500, plus interest and court costs.
• General Motors Acceptance Corp. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, from the following people: Kenneth G. and Vicky L. Seed, $6,766.52, and Mike Steffen, $4,956.49.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Cheryl Lynn and Henry Pitts. May 12.
• Andrew V. and Tammy S. Bitting. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $300 biweekly for child support. May 20.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Michiana Metronet Inc. vs. Claude Wood, U.S. 30E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $1,470.49 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Barbara C. and Robert Barefoot vs. Maxie E. Smith, Cambridge Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of two counts to compensate for injuries and damages resulting from an Oct. 23, 1995, auto accident at the intersection of Packerton Road and CR 400S, Winona Lake. Plaintiffs also seek interest and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Mark and Kimberly Marshall, East CR 50S, Akron. Plaintiff seeks $22,229.27 due on promissory note, plus interest and court costs.
• T-Marg Farms Inc. vs. Crispin C. Denbo, Pekin, Ill., and Nussbaum Trucking Inc., Normal, Ill. Plaintiff seeks $5,703.99 for damages resulting from a Feb. 13, 1997, auto accident at the intersection of Winona Avenue and Detroit Street, Warsaw.
• Michael L. and Roberta J. King vs. Daniel E. Eikenberry, Bringhurst. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damages resulting from a July 27, 1995, auto accident at the intersection of Detroit and Lyon streets, Warsaw. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• James L. Walmer vs. Sandra Miller, Ross Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $120 due on account, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Crace
Mary L. Crace, LaVista Drive, Warsaw, and Burl E. Crace, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 17, 1995, and separated May 1, 1997. There are no minor children.
Richardson
Tracy L. Richardson, North Lincoln Road, Syracuse, and Terry L. Richardson, address unknown. They were married April 14, 1992, and separated Oct. 12, 1996. There is one minor child.
Myers
Deniese K. Myers, South Harrison Street, Warsaw, and Tracy L. Myers, North Stoneburner Road, Warsaw. They were married May 29, 1987, and separated Sept. 26, 1996. There are two minor children.
Wegman
Melba Anne and Kenneth Wayne Wegman, Ind. 14W, Silver Lake. They were married April 2, 1955, and separated May 8, 1997. There are no minor children.
Nida
Stacy L. Nida, South Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse, and Dana A. Nida, St. Albans, W.Va. They were married Aug. 19, 1982, and separated in 1985. There is one minor child.
Engstrand
Elizabeth and Terry Lee Engstrand, South CR 550W, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 8, 1992, and separated May 4, 1997. There are no minor children.
Cumberland
Randy K. and Darci B. Cumberland, North Leiby Lane, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 3, 1993, and separated May 13, 1997. There are no minor children.
DeWeese/Lee
Edward Lee DeWeese, Kosciusko County, and Sandra Kay Lee, Camby. They were married Aug. 28, 1996, and separated April 25, 1997. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (as subrogee of Tabatha B. Johnson) vs. Kenneth W. Larr. Plaintiff awarded $2,087.36 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• YBMC Corp., doing business as Yogi Bear Membership Corp. of Kosciusko County, vs. Thomas E. and Barbara Holmes. Plaintiff awarded $3,519.82 by default, plus court costs and foreclosure of lien, with sale of property to satisfy judgment.
• Michiana Metronet Inc. vs. Cindy Clenwood. Plaintiff awarded $803.14 by default, plus court costs.
• Bambi's Roofing Inc. vs. Sandy Lindsey. Plaintiff awarded $3,105 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Leroy A. Greene. Plaintiff awarded $13,547.38 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Diana and Turner England vs. Luke Collier.
• Collections Inc. vs. Jamie, Russell L. and Jackie Veach and Stonehenge Golf Club Inc.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Charles Ker vs. Kevin C. Smith and Core Cabinetry Inc. Claim and counterclaim are dismissed.
• Federal National Mortgage Association vs. Staci S. Smith and First Card/FCC National Bank.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Angela G. and Bryan S. Taylor. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $136 per month in child support. May 12.
• Brian Raymond and Jenny Leann Stouder. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. May 12.
• Matthew M. and Barbara A. Drudge. Couple awarded joint custody of their two minor children. May 13.
• Milan and Janet Mishler. May 13.
• Juan Adame and Elizabeth Castro. May 13.
• Garold D. and Sharon M. Holloway. Mother awarded custody of couple's five minor children. Father ordered to pay $250 per week in child support. May 14.
• Bobbi Jo and Rick T. Fuller. Couple awarded joint custody of their three minor children. Father ordered to pay $40 per week in child support. May 15.
• Heidi and Israel Garza. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $136 per week in child support. May 15.
• Thomas R. and Lisa L. Clemons. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $83 per week in child support. May 15.
• Angela A. and Todd D. Haines. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $80 per week in child support. May 15.
• Jack R. and Sarah L. Baldridge. Mother awarded custody of one and father awarded custody of two of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $71 per week in child support. May 16.
• Dawn and Jeff Cox. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $114 per week in child support. May 19.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Thadd Alan Mellott, 20, Ind. 19S, Bourbon, and Cherie Ann Agan, 20, East CR 400N, Rochester.
• James Ray Redman, 53, and Diana Kay Redman, 53, both of Jackson, Mich.
• Carlos Ray Hall Jr., 27, and Tara Lee Sechrist, 22, both of North Lake Street, Warsaw.
• David Michael Doerling, 27, and Irina Fedortsena, 17, both of Ind. 19N, Etna Green.
• Michael James Noel Jr., 28, and Christine Marie Ridings, 25, both of Leesburg.
• Steven Earl Larrison, 45, and Pamela Sue Parker, 24, both of Ind. 19N, Etna Green.
• Chad Edward Harter, 26, and Michelle Renee Osborn, 21, both of Court Street, Warsaw.
• Jason Edward Mickley, 24, North Grove Road, Milford, and Kendra Michelle Douglas, 24, North Woodland Acres, Syracuse.
• Eric M. Epple, 39, North Walnut Street, Etna Green, and Debra L. Flenar, 37, Etna Green.
• Nathan Matthew Christoffel, 21, and Amy Kathleen Wood, 22, both of Ind. 13S, Pierceton.
• James Loren Walton Jr., 34, Claypool, and Anita Kay Porter, 33, White Pigeon, Mich.
• William W. Warford, 42, and Ruby L. Myers, 41, both of North Koher Road, Syracuse.
• James Leonard Tanner, 23, Tulsa, Okla., and Amy Elizabeth Daniels, 20, Huffman Street, Winona Lake.
• William P. Hopkins, 32, and Heather Angel Simmons, 22, both of Happiness Drive, Syracuse.
• Gerald P. Hogan, 46, North Detroit Street, Warsaw, and Sally S. Frankowski, 46, East Patterson Road, Warsaw.
• Daniel E. Snyder, 33, and Thelma D. Jones, 41, both of Meadowview Drive, Syracuse.
• James A. Walton, 39, and Gaye L. Nelson, 37, both of EMS B70 Lane, Warsaw.
• Kenneth Vito Olson, 28, Sunday Lane, Winona Lake, and Collette Jane Lehman, 29, Third Street, Winona Lake.
• Daniel Wayne Jones, 39, and Jennifer Louise Scott, 34, both of South Valentine Road, Claypool.
• Kevin Ronald Gates, 27, East CR 500S, Warsaw, and Regina Lynn King, 27, Rt. 2, Silver Lake.
• Brian James Davison, 24, North Williamson Drive, Warsaw, and Melissa Dawn McAfoose, 22, West Van Buren Street, Leesburg.
• Martin J. Holbrook, 60, LaVista Drive, Warsaw, and Glenda L. Stouder, 53, Old Road 30W, Warsaw.
• Jason Lee Ritter, 24, and Bobbi J. Cooper, 28, both of EMS B1A Lane, Leesburg.
• Craig Eugene Brown, 25, and Kristi Colleen Stevens, 20, both of South CR 500W, Silver Lake.
• Matthew Gary Witt, 24, Administration Boulevard, Winona Lake, and Anita K. Landrum, 28, Chicago, Ill.
• David E. King, 30, and Deanna L. Bennett, 32, both of West CR 300N, Warsaw.
• P. Mark Black, 34, Park Avenue, Winona Lake, and Janine M. Pfister, 38, Behlman Drive, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• American General Finance Inc. vs. Loren and Candy Truman. Plaintiff awarded $2,673.49.
• North Webster PTO vs. Diane Wyrick. Plaintiff awarded $72.
• Clinical Gynecology Inc. vs. Carole L. Beerwart. Plaintiff awarded $236.16.
• Jennifer and Linda Bowers vs. Julia Arrowood. Plaintiffs awarded $250.
• D&R Motors awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Miriam Linkenhoker, $150; Deb Gerber, $369.54; John G. Goble, $1,347.50; and Enrique Ramos, $443.43.
• Auto Owners Insurance Co. vs. Brenda Kae LaRue. Plaintiff awarded $1,366.90.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Randy L. Klase. Plaintiff awarded $2,872.62.
• Rockhill, et al, vs. Corrie L. Richardson. Plaintiff awarded $766.56.
• Reed & Earhart awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Sheryl L. Wolfe Yates, $555.87; Judith C. Dietz, $1,076.35; and Kathleen Chilcutt, $254.10.
• Jan Shane vs. Danny Easterday and Christina Craft. Plaintiff awarded judgment.
• Charles Stuckman vs. Curtis and Rebecca Young. Plaintiff awarded $2,400.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. vs. Heaven Bevins. Plaintiff awarded $1,043.73.
• U.S. Directories Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Williams Construction Inc, $1,614.20; Warsaw Industrial Tool & Supply Inc. $1,150.33; Willis Ousley Sr., doing business as Willis Ousley Well Drilling, $1,057.97; and Linda Oden, $781.69.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. vs. Richard Stutzman. Plaintiff awarded $375.88.
• Wawasee Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Timothy and Christine Flaugh, $100.65; Bobby and Rhoda Goad, $22.99; Valerie Huffenberger, $87.80; Francine Heater, $166.55; Yvette Howard, $112.22; Charles and Brenda Howard, $40.19; Diane Kidd, $150.38; Kimberly K. Keene, judgment; Donald Leemon, 456.20; Mark and Linda Mallane, $256.95;
Also, Daniel and Lori McKibben, $47.80; Joni Miller, $159.40; Robert and Carol McCray, $163.40; Cheryl Jackson, $8.85; Sharleen Miller, $123.09; Brad and M. Lisa Niles, $154.20; and Rhonda Hickman, $134.78.
• W&W Gravel Inc. vs. Mike Neer. Plaintiff awarded $5,961.83.
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 $323.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Wayne Beck, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 90 days was Charles Artrip, North Webster.
Fined $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Sherry Campbell, Pierceton.
The following people also paid $123.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $101.50 and license suspended 90 days was Yvette Gonzalez, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in March and license suspended 90 days was Bobby Farley, Syracuse.
Fined $100 in February was Timothy Gaylord, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $123 in court costs:
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in May was Joshua Trout, Silver Lake.
Fined $52 in February was Gregory Newsome, Syracuse.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in May and ordered to serve two days of community service were: Jennifer Shoemaker, Warsaw; Jason Stidams, Leesburg; Brad Stidams, Syracuse; Jamie Elijah, Leesburg; Alicia Schmidt, Warsaw; and Gregory Addair, Winona Lake.
Fined $50 in April was Marin Rivera, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in March and license suspended 60 days was Michael Taylor, Winona Lake.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in April were Allen Davis, Warsaw, and Mark Albright, Warsaw.
Fined $52 in February was Sheena Fullmer, Syracuse.
Check Deception - Fined $25 in April was William Stoll, Syracuse.
Battery - Fined $250 in February was Jose Flores, Milford.
Fined $100 in January was Francisco Ramirez, Warsaw.
False Reporting - Fined $50 in February was Eribeto Patino, Warsaw.
Failure To Properly Tag Deer - Fined $25 in January and ordered to pay a $500 replacement fee to the Department of Natural Resources was Terence Korn, Pierceton.
The following people also paid $63.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $50 in March was Christopher L. Harmon, 21, Syracuse.
Fined $27 in May were: Robert W. Honneffer, 45, Warsaw; Donnie R. Adams, 28, Etna Green; and Sarah L. Ellison, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in April were Heidi A. SMith, 21, Warsaw, and Derek S. Hatcher, 16, Leesburg.
Fined $27 in March were: Christopher R. Goble, 21, Winona Lake; Chad L. Ousley, 24, Pierceton; and Douglas L. Kannel, 39, Syracuse.
Fined $27 in December was Rafael Martinez, 21, Akron.
Fined $12 in May were: David L. Shipley, 19, Leesburg; Pablo Martinez, 23, Warsaw; April L. Hershberger, 17, Milford; Arthur H. McGinness, 54, Winona Lake; Tim D. Norman, 37, Warsaw; Barbara S. Frederick, 29, Nappanee; Eric T. Wentz, 17, Warsaw; and Troy M. Hatfield, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in April were: Loretta S. Grossnickle, 48, Winona Lake; Connie M. Hackworth, 24, Warsaw; Lamar W. Peugh, 21, Winona Lake; Matthew S. Isaacs. 17, Leesburg; and Rachael A. Hull, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in March was Joshua N. Schmidt, 23, Nappanee.
Fined $7 in May were Clint J. Fletcher, 23, Warsaw, and Joseph K. Wildman, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in April were: Kevin M. Stouder, 17, Warsaw; James M. Layne, 25, Syracuse; and Kathy S. Allen, 30, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in March was Carrie A. Nelson, 21, Warsaw.
Failure To Use Headlights - Fined $7 in May was Joseph K. Wildman, 16, Warsaw.
No Motorcycle Endorsement - Fined $17 in May was Joshua D. Trout, 21, Silver Lake.
Expired Driver's License - Fined $7 in May was Chad C. Berkeypile, 25, Milford.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in April was Jeffery S. Lain, 23, Rochester.
Failure To Yield To Emergency Vehicle - Fined $7 in April was Travis R. Spoor, 17, Bourbon.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in April were Andrew R. Ruddell, 30, Syracuse, and Jose S. Huizar, 21, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in April was Thomas R. Kauffman, 37, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in March was John R. Hersha, 33, Larwill.
Passing Violation - Fined $7 in March was Minda S. Taylor, 33, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in July was Rafael Martinez, 21, Akron.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in March was Bonnie F. Allison, 53, Silver Lake.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $250 in August was Jarrod W. Campbell, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in August was Douglas N. Howard, 25, Larwill.
Fined $25 in July was Brenda J. Fisher, 35, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $63 in court costs:
Failure To Produce Valid Boat Registration - Fined $7 in April was Bryce M. Schaefer, 17, North Webster.
Allowing Dog To Stray - Fined $1 in March was Darrell Hall, Warsaw.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in March was Brian P. White, 21, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in May were: Joseph K. Wildman, 16, Warsaw; Deloris A. Edmunds, 21, Warsaw; Elva Malagon, 35, Warsaw; and Francisco Ramirez, 26, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in April were: Luke A. Brunner, 28, Mentone; Wesley V. Prater, 19, Silver Lake; Chad M. Williamson, 22, Warsaw; and Wesley A. Hunt, 38, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in March was Donald K. Klosinski, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in July was Rafael Martinez, 21, Akron.
Charges were dismissed against the following person:
Public Intoxication - (February) Gregory Newsome, Syracuse.
Deferrals
The following people have entered into deferral agreements through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $50 user's fee and $25 in court costs. If the defendants commit no other violations during a five-month period following signing of the agreement, the charges will be dismissed.
Speeding - (April) Alice A. Petty, 44, Warsaw; Sara M. Strahan, 25, Warsaw; Sandra D. Green, 52, Syracuse.
Estates
The following estates, with an estimated value of $100,000 or more to be divided among the named beneficiaries, were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court:
• Gwendolyn K. Weisser died Aug. 24, 1994, at the age of 76, leaving an estate valued at $905,463.17. Beneficiaries: Herman R. Weisser, husband, and Larry, Freddie Don, Phillip G. and Steven R. Weisser, sons.
• Margaret R. McSwain died March 6, 1996, at the age of 83, leaving an estate valued at $170,763.46. Beneficiary: Dorothy M. Lynn, daughter, Bittersweet Lane, Rochester.
• Margaret H. Fixel died Aug. 7, 1996, leaving an estate valued at $220,413.58. Beneficiaries: Margaret F. and Phillip L. Scott, daughter and son-in-law.
• Hatcher Howard died Feb. 12, 1997, at the age of 69, leaving an estate valued at $141,000. Beneficiaries: Ralph F. Howard, son, West CR 900N, North Manchester; Billy W. Howard, son, Liberty Mills; and Michael L. Bowers, stepson, North Second Street, Leesburg.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on promissory notes, plus interest and court costs: Wilford and Vikkie Prater, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw, $39,859.36; Howard L. and Chris Welch, Columbia City, $2,318.88; and Mickey and Denise Evans, Rt. 1, Silver Lake, $1,706.85.
• Farm Credit Services of Mid-America vs. Ronald D. Lowell D. and Betty E. Anglin, all of Nappanee, Indiana Department of Revenue, U.S. Department of Treasury and Great American Lines Inc. Plaintiff seeks $279,751.77 due on promissory note, plus interest; attorney fees; court costs; costs incurred; and mortgage foreclosed as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Steven W. and Rebecca J. Miller vs. Explorer Van Co., a division of Bodor Corp., U.S. 30 and Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of five counts for alleged negligence, fraud and breach of warranty.
Marriage Dissolutions
Barker
Janet Barker, West CR 150S, Etna Green, and Karl Steven Barker, North Parks-Schram Road, Warsaw. They were married March 20, 1986, and separated Feb. 8, 1997. There is one minor child.
Patrick/Campbell
Charlotte Patrick and Dwayne T. Campbell, Huntington. They were married Sept. 25, 1996, and separated May 16, 1997. 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
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Rick A. and Jessica Wright and Curtis Sr. and Ruth Ousley. Plaintiff awarded $5,535.87 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Orah Wayne and Martha Lee Smith vs. Devries Property Inc. Plaintiffs awarded $2,244.95, plus interest and court costs.
• Phil Fevold vs. Blake Neeley. Plaintiff awarded $23,500, plus interest and court costs.
• General Motors Acceptance Corp. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, from the following people: Kenneth G. and Vicky L. Seed, $6,766.52, and Mike Steffen, $4,956.49.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Cheryl Lynn and Henry Pitts. May 12.
• Andrew V. and Tammy S. Bitting. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $300 biweekly for child support. May 20.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Michiana Metronet Inc. vs. Claude Wood, U.S. 30E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $1,470.49 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Barbara C. and Robert Barefoot vs. Maxie E. Smith, Cambridge Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of two counts to compensate for injuries and damages resulting from an Oct. 23, 1995, auto accident at the intersection of Packerton Road and CR 400S, Winona Lake. Plaintiffs also seek interest and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Mark and Kimberly Marshall, East CR 50S, Akron. Plaintiff seeks $22,229.27 due on promissory note, plus interest and court costs.
• T-Marg Farms Inc. vs. Crispin C. Denbo, Pekin, Ill., and Nussbaum Trucking Inc., Normal, Ill. Plaintiff seeks $5,703.99 for damages resulting from a Feb. 13, 1997, auto accident at the intersection of Winona Avenue and Detroit Street, Warsaw.
• Michael L. and Roberta J. King vs. Daniel E. Eikenberry, Bringhurst. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damages resulting from a July 27, 1995, auto accident at the intersection of Detroit and Lyon streets, Warsaw. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• James L. Walmer vs. Sandra Miller, Ross Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $120 due on account, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Crace
Mary L. Crace, LaVista Drive, Warsaw, and Burl E. Crace, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 17, 1995, and separated May 1, 1997. There are no minor children.
Richardson
Tracy L. Richardson, North Lincoln Road, Syracuse, and Terry L. Richardson, address unknown. They were married April 14, 1992, and separated Oct. 12, 1996. There is one minor child.
Myers
Deniese K. Myers, South Harrison Street, Warsaw, and Tracy L. Myers, North Stoneburner Road, Warsaw. They were married May 29, 1987, and separated Sept. 26, 1996. There are two minor children.
Wegman
Melba Anne and Kenneth Wayne Wegman, Ind. 14W, Silver Lake. They were married April 2, 1955, and separated May 8, 1997. There are no minor children.
Nida
Stacy L. Nida, South Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse, and Dana A. Nida, St. Albans, W.Va. They were married Aug. 19, 1982, and separated in 1985. There is one minor child.
Engstrand
Elizabeth and Terry Lee Engstrand, South CR 550W, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 8, 1992, and separated May 4, 1997. There are no minor children.
Cumberland
Randy K. and Darci B. Cumberland, North Leiby Lane, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 3, 1993, and separated May 13, 1997. There are no minor children.
DeWeese/Lee
Edward Lee DeWeese, Kosciusko County, and Sandra Kay Lee, Camby. They were married Aug. 28, 1996, and separated April 25, 1997. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (as subrogee of Tabatha B. Johnson) vs. Kenneth W. Larr. Plaintiff awarded $2,087.36 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• YBMC Corp., doing business as Yogi Bear Membership Corp. of Kosciusko County, vs. Thomas E. and Barbara Holmes. Plaintiff awarded $3,519.82 by default, plus court costs and foreclosure of lien, with sale of property to satisfy judgment.
• Michiana Metronet Inc. vs. Cindy Clenwood. Plaintiff awarded $803.14 by default, plus court costs.
• Bambi's Roofing Inc. vs. Sandy Lindsey. Plaintiff awarded $3,105 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Leroy A. Greene. Plaintiff awarded $13,547.38 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Diana and Turner England vs. Luke Collier.
• Collections Inc. vs. Jamie, Russell L. and Jackie Veach and Stonehenge Golf Club Inc.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Charles Ker vs. Kevin C. Smith and Core Cabinetry Inc. Claim and counterclaim are dismissed.
• Federal National Mortgage Association vs. Staci S. Smith and First Card/FCC National Bank.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Angela G. and Bryan S. Taylor. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $136 per month in child support. May 12.
• Brian Raymond and Jenny Leann Stouder. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. May 12.
• Matthew M. and Barbara A. Drudge. Couple awarded joint custody of their two minor children. May 13.
• Milan and Janet Mishler. May 13.
• Juan Adame and Elizabeth Castro. May 13.
• Garold D. and Sharon M. Holloway. Mother awarded custody of couple's five minor children. Father ordered to pay $250 per week in child support. May 14.
• Bobbi Jo and Rick T. Fuller. Couple awarded joint custody of their three minor children. Father ordered to pay $40 per week in child support. May 15.
• Heidi and Israel Garza. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $136 per week in child support. May 15.
• Thomas R. and Lisa L. Clemons. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $83 per week in child support. May 15.
• Angela A. and Todd D. Haines. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $80 per week in child support. May 15.
• Jack R. and Sarah L. Baldridge. Mother awarded custody of one and father awarded custody of two of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $71 per week in child support. May 16.
• Dawn and Jeff Cox. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $114 per week in child support. May 19.
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