Times-Union Court News 05-30-2000
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Bruce Lee Tillotson Jr., 22, and Marsheila Kay Stickler, 17, both of South Jackson Street, Nappanee.
• Raymond D. Truex, 51, and Tina M. Wilson, 32, both of West CR 400N, Warsaw.
• Justin Andrew Rodriguez, 26, Purcellville, Va., and Christina Renee Stone, 23, North CR 100E, Warsaw.
• Timothy D. Ellis, 41, and Cynthia A. Wickman, 38, both of West Carl Lane, Claypool.
• Richard Elliot Meeks, 38, and Carie Marie Jacobie, 37, both of East Catholic Street, Pierceton.
• Russell Andrew Keller, 26, and Shelley Renee Johnston, 30, both of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• Marvin Lawrence Dunn, 26, and Loretta Lin Abbott, 27, both of East Wooster Road, Pierceton.
• Daniel Boone Olson, 37, Crystal Flash Road, North Webster, and Catherine Ann Barker, 30, East CR 900N, Syracuse.
• Armando Sanchez, 32, and Monica L. Cervantes, 32, both of Rieder Street, Warsaw.
• Scott Allen Boggs, 29, and Michelle Denise Hicks, 30, both of Country Club Drive, Warsaw.
• Carl John Fischer III, 29, and Amy Louise McMillan, 26, both of North CR 1000E, Cromwell.
• Juan Manuel Campos, 24, and Ralene Collins, 17, both of Pierceton.
• John W. Drudge, 32, and Karla J. Reynolds, 37, both of East Jefferson Street, Warsaw.
• Jamie Steven McClone, 22, and Wendy Marie Dawson, 26, both of Robin Drive, Warsaw.
• Don Goble Jr., 29, and Sossity Nicole Greene, 23, both of South CR 100W, Claypool.
• Paul Burton Huston III, 19, and Ginger Vires, 22, both of North Washington Street, Warsaw.
• Ryan Douglas Coverstone, 25, and Melissa Lynn Sherer, 22, both of East Palm Drive, Syracuse.
• Jared Andrew Beer, 28, and Rebecca Lee Ann Masterson, 22, both of North First Street, Warsaw.
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 $125 in court costs:
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $50 in April, ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee and license suspended 180 days was Daryle Berger, Nappanee.
Check Deception - Fined $25 in March was Steve Roberts, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in January and sentenced to 180 days in jail was Douglas Sullivan, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $54.50 in December was David Slater, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $54 in March was Tracy S. Heath, 36, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in May were Nicholas A. Clabaugh, 16, Silver Lake; David J. Breyfogle, 29, Pierceton; David V. Staker, 39, Warsaw; Howard E. Sellers, 74, Syracuse; Caleb N. Churchill, 17, Warsaw; Alvin E. Brent, 36, Warsaw; Donald E. Rice, 70, Warsaw; and Anna M. Snodderly, 20, Warsaw (two counts).
Fined $27 in April were Jesica J. England, 17, Claypool; Maxine A. Tomlinson, 42, Warsaw; Charles P. Murphy, 35, Warsaw; and Jerry L. Ulmer, 16, Etna Green.
Fined $27 in July was Brandon L. Mitchell, 18, North Webster.
Fined $25 in January was Joshua L. Weldy, 17, Etna Green.
Fined $27 in December were Trenton S. Smith, 19, Warsaw, and Patricia L. Yoder, 29, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in May were Dallas Larkin, 18, Warsaw; Susan R. Coppes, 24, Leesburg; Michel Allueva, 39, Winona Lake; Armando Lopez, 27, Warsaw; David S. Hettinger, 24, Leesburg; Brandon D. Roberts, 19, Warsaw; and Brandon S. Cretacci, 28, Leesburg.
Fined $12 in April were Jeremy J. Bever, 23, Warsaw; Troy E. Kistler, 32, Leesburg; Michael D. Warren, 18, Claypool; Heather M. Arford, 17, Warsaw; Stephen S. Clampitt, 31, Warsaw; and Marc G. Weissman, 34, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in March was Araceli Martinez, 25, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in September was Paul G. Marquez, 28, Winona Lake.
Fined $12 in July was Nathan D. Kuhn, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May was Frank A. Perales, 18, Milford.
Fined $7 in April were Bruce M. Sawvel, 31, Warsaw; David J. Wenger, 44, Warsaw; and Brandon L. Frantz, 17, Silver Lake.
Fined $7 in September was Mary A. Hernandez, 24, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in May were Bryon W. Reichart, 61, Bourbon; Timothy A. Buckholz, 18, Warsaw; Tiffany A. Dwyer, 18, Warsaw; Robert W. Jansma, 37, Warsaw; Carolyn M. Smith, 54, Warsaw; Brandy D. Jackson, 22, Warsaw; and Lynn E. O'Neil, 35, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in April was Israel, 21, Warsaw.
No Registration - Fined $7 in May was Henderson A. Pamer, 23, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in February was Kurt M. Gunkel, 25, North Webster.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in May were Robert Zuniga, 25, Warsaw; Jose Lozano, 33, Leesburg; and Donald J. Trafan, 27, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in April were Israel Torres, 21, Warsaw, and Erika Suastegul, 20, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in March was Richard D. Kuhn, 25, Leesburg.
Failure To Obtain An Indiana Driver's License - Judgment (court costs only) in May against Bertie L. Funderburg, 56, Syracuse.
Unsafe Movement - Fined $7 in May was Eldon R. Long, 23, Warsaw.
Following Too Closely - Fined $7 in May was Jessica D. Ransome, 17, Warsaw.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in April were Linda S. Shay, 37, Silver Lake; Ryan Hoffman, North Webster; and Matthew I. Dilley, 19, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in April was Matthew I. Dilley, 19, Warsaw.
Failure To Use Headlights - Fined $7 in April was Danny L. Willard, 38, North Webster.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in April was Ryan J. Hoffman, 21, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in August was Jeremy D. Miller, 18, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor Under Age 18 - Fined $25 in April was Cody J. Felger, 17, Pierceton.
Fined $5 in April was Justin F. Butts, 15, Warsaw.
Judgment (court costs only) in April against Zach D. Wade, 15, Warsaw.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in April was Cody J. Felger, 17, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in June was Drew A. Krichbaum, 16, Winona Lake.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in May were Jose L. Murales, 36, Winona Lake; Raymond M. Cruz, 30, Warsaw; Matthew A. Lafountain, 18, Warsaw; and Ruben Contreras, 46, Winona Lake.
Fined $20 in April was Richard L. Mounts, 21, Warsaw.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in April was Dawn M. Fisher, 41, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Driving Having Never Had A License - (April) Martin Xochitecatt, Warsaw.
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 - (May) Jonny W. Rose, 20, Mentone; Joseph L. Engelhaupt, 46, Warsaw; Mark O. Wagley, 18, Warsaw; (April) Eric D. Andrews, 16, Milford.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Teachers Credit Union vs. Jose Sanchez Pina, South Monroe Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $503.93 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Thomas V. Buskirk vs. Cindy A. Walls, U.S. 30E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks possession of mobile home and sale to satisfy amount due on contract.
• Affiliated Family Dentist, P.C., vs. Tammy M. Hamilton, North Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,284 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Wells Fargo Financial Acceptance, formerly known as Fidelity, vs. Bruce and Cheryl. Biltz, North Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,068.74 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Teachers Credit Union vs. Keith Vanthoff, Old Road 30E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $3,531.48 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred and court costs
• North American Capital Corp., as assignee of Discover Financial, vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on accounts, plus interest and court costs: Billy G. Hull, East CR 225S, Warsaw, $2,706.02, and Hobert R. McCleese, South Walnut Street, Mentone, $7,837.93.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of Nancy J. Hall) vs. Melvin J. Gingerich, Edgewater Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $3,459.28 as paid to insured claimant, Hall, after a Dec. 6, 1999, auto accident near the intersection of South Huntington Street and Pickwick Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• First Federal Savings Bank vs. David L. and Jean M. Wells, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $2,914.65 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Household Finance Corp. III vs. Lori L. Baldridge, East River Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $8,358.50 due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. vs. Randy and Sandra L. Helblig, North Spruce Street, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $1,827.51 due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Custom Tile Co. Inc. vs. Gary Morgan, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks (1) $1,350 for three times the amount of tools not returned when Morgan left their employment, plus court costs, and (2) $1,157.03 for failure to reimburse plaintiff for advances on supplies, plus court costs.
• National City Bank vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on accounts, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs: James T. King, Warsaw, $5,295.10, and Abraham and Donna G. Gonzalez, Deer Run, Warsaw, $2,470.
• General Motors Acceptance Corp. vs. Johnny K. Duncan, West Valleyview Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $13,621.79 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• FSF Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on agreements, plus attorney fees and court costs: Rex A. and Christy M. Evans, U.S. 30E, Pierceton, $4,227.05; Rocky D. Bays, South Monroe Drive, Warsaw, $4,177.47; Rodney O. Bowman, North Branch Street, Syracuse, $4,315.24; and Sarah E. Hein, South CR 450E, Pierceton, $4,298.96.
Marriage Dissolutions
Hughes
Joshua Ryan and Nichole Marie Hughes, Old Road 30W, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 10, 1998, and separated May 1, 2000. There are two minor children.
Maxwell
Jennifer J. Maxwell, Warsaw, and James E. Maxwell, Brooks Drive, Nappanee. They were married March 13, 1992, and separated March 25, 2000. There are three minor children.
Phillabaum
Stephanie Anne and Mark Allen Phillabaum, County Line Road, Syracuse. They were married Feb. 12, 1990, and separated May 12, 2000. There are four minor children.
Shafer
Sherri and Phillip Shafer, West Market Street, Warsaw. They were married May 7, 1994, and separated May 12, 2000. There are two minor children.
Shepherd
Paul E. Shepherd, Old Road 30W, Warsaw, and Tina M. Shepherd, North Wayne Street, North Manchester. They were married Nov. 4, 1994, and separated in February 1999. There is one minor child.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• United Credit Union vs. Andrew J. Himes. Plaintiff awarded $1,361.09 by default, plus court costs.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Larry W. McAfoose Jr., $12,793.43; Joshua and Sherry Hamman, $3,647.80; and Traci L Norman and Wendy Stahl, $4,209.45.
• Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Phillip E. Sadler, $3,334; Lynn Landrie, $1,301; Rebecca L. Roberts, $1,112; Logan A. Greene, $2,368.10; and Scott Estep, $1,698.
• Bank of America/NA, successor in interest of Nationsbank of Delaware/NA, vs. Judith A. Rhees. Plaintiff awarded $3,100.21 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Norwest Bank Minnesota/NA vs. Jess L. Rush and Beneficial Mortgage Co. of Indiana. Plaintiff awarded $86,606.87 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.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. vs. Elizabeth Krauser.
• National City Bank vs. Craig and Stephen M. Cumberland.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• First Resolution Investment Corp. vs. Betty and Jimmy D. Krizan.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. vs. Gilbert Lopez.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Margaret and Darvin Setser. May 16.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Toni and Dennis Tribbey, Mishawaka, vs. Bob Evans Farms Inc., East Center Street, Warsaw, and CT Corp. Systems, Indianapolis. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of three counts to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 17, 1998, fall in the restaurant by Toni Tribbey. Plaintiffs also seek court costs.
• Norwest Bank Minnesota/NA vs. Jeffrey C. Geller, East Cornelius Road, Syracuse, and Dana Federal Credit Union, Fort Wayne. Plaintiff seeks $41,618.64 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.
• Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA vs. Jean Fritchman Blackman, South CR 1275E, Akron, and John and Jane Doe, tenants at North Jefferson Street, Silver Lake, residence. Plaintiff seeks $60,915.16 due on mortgage 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.
• Columbia Medical Mfg. Corp. vs. Michael J. Housel, East Arthur Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $25,000 due on an April 15, 1996, judgment in Orange County, Calif., Superior Court.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc., formerly known as Compass Receivables Management Corp., vs. Aaron Stavedahl, EMS B53 Lane, Warsaw, Allison Stavedahl, North Thompson Street, Bourbon. Plaintiff seeks $5,511.42 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Rick's Electronics Inc., an Indiana corporation, and Rick and Cheryl Schooley, individually and jointly, vs. Natural Elements Inc., Columbia City. Plaintiffs seek $8,456.74 due on agreement, plus court costs and interest.
• John J. and Diane Childs vs. DePuy Orthopaedics Inc. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for losses resulting from alleged breach of warranty of hip implanted in John Childs. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury. The case was moved on a change of venue from LaPorte County.
• Anne E. Utter vs. Clyde A. and Irene M. Bunyea, et al. Plaintiff seeks to quiet title to real estate in Kosciusko County.
Marriage Dissolutions
Blackburn
Walter Blackburn, Burket, and Regina Blackburn, Goshen. They were married Oct. 19, 1991, and separated May 11, 2000. There is one minor child.
Boardman
Veronica D. and Pedro L. Boardman, West Hoppus Road, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 19, 1990, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There are two minor children.
Brumblow
Sherri Brumblow, EMS T26B Lane, Leesburg, and Mark L. Brumblow, East CR 225S, Winona Lake. They were married June 21, 1993, and separated April 15, 2000. There are two minor children.
Johnson
Susan R. and Gary L. Johnson, North Allen Lane, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 18, 1993, and separated May 12, 2000. There is one minor child.
Kim
Ngan Kim, Hepler Drive, Warsaw, and Seng Kim, Philadelphia, Pa. They were married in February 1978 and separated in February 2000. There is one minor child.
Mast
Elaine M. Mast, Walter Way, Warsaw, and Joe M. Mast, Jefferson Street, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 10, 1990, and separated in September 1997. There are two minor children.
Legal Separation
Wilson
Michael D. and Diane L. Wilson, West Prairie Street, Warsaw. They were married and separated on dates not indicated. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• D.C. Garage Doors vs. Precise Construction. Plaintiff awarded $3,488.43 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Contimortgage Corp. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest, court costs and foreclosure of liens with sale of real estate to satisfy judgments, against the following people: Travis and Amy Davis and Enchanted Hills Community Association Inc., $103,598.90, and Brenda Miller, $64,240.
• Farmer Tank Inc. vs. Turkey Run Estates, LLC. Plaintiff awarded $2,801.24 by default, plus court costs.
• Greenwood Trust Co. vs. Jane E. and James W. Kinzer. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $11,316.83, plus interest and court costs.
• Aurora Loan Services Inc. vs. Floyd Jr. and Lori A. Cissom. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $87,400.48, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Terry L. Shepherd, doing business as Terry Shepherd Construction, vs. Benjamin and LiLi Chow. After a four-day trial, plaintiff awarded $39,034.31, plus interest.
• Janis Sue Jones vs. Dennis and Brenda McCormick. Summary judgment granted in favor of defendants, the McCormicks, and against Jones.
• National City Bank of Indiana, formerly known as Fort Wayne National Bank, vs. John L. and Michele L. Pfefferle and American General Finance Inc. Plaintiff awarded $87,318.44 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.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Kellie Coffelt vs. Q-Lube.
• Peggy and Glen Zorn vs. Kevin A. Miller.
• Garry Smiley vs. Sturgis Iron & Metal Inc.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Federal National Mortgage Association vs. Daniel L. Kessler, et al.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Lisa A. and James R.West. May 12.
• Gabrielle V. (former name Day restored) and Frank E. Kelley Jr. May 16.
• Catherine L. (former name Schmidt restored) and Brian Curtis Poliquin. Guardians Robert A. and Louise M. Schmidt awarded custody/guardianship of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $250 per month in child support. May 17.
• Deborah L. and Timothy S. Pyle. Mother awarded custody of couple's four minor children. Father ordered to pay $280 per week in child support. May 18.
• Josephine (former name Kearns restored) and Dale Thompson. May 19.
• Carl John III and Janie Marie Fischer. May 22.
Other Action
• Marvin L. and Francis Hampshire vs. Rockhill, Pinnick, Pequignot, Helm, Landis & Rigdon. The Hon. Robert O. Bowen is appointed special judge in this matter.
• Rolling Hills Property Owners Association, et al, vs. LRC Products Inc., et al. The Hon. James R. Heuer, judge of Whitley Circuit Court, is appointed special judge in this matter. There are three separate cases relating to this matter pending and all are subject to this appointment.
• Eric D. Kroesche vs.M.D. Umbaugh, et al. The Hon. Douglas B. Morton is appointed special judge in this matter.
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.
• Lester Avery, 7 EMS B60D Lane, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $29,700. Debts: $45,473.
• Debra Baker, 1835 Sharon St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $3,500. Debts: $15,915.
• Diana Beavers, 202 W. Walnut St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $3,335. Debts: $18,144.
• Brad Bibler and Kerri Bibler, also known as Kerri Winterrowd, 340 E. Levi Lee Road #150, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $47,275. Debts: $62,676.
• Bruce and Deanna Derush, 5766 W. Summy Road, Leesburg. Chapter 7. Assets: $47,425. Debts: $117,494.
• Kent French, also known as Andy French, 13241 N. CR800W, Silver Lake. Chapter 7. Assets: $25,229. Debts: $62,782.
• Thomas Hathaway, 2034 N. CR 600E, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $14,990. Debts: $19,798.
• Lisa Howard, also known as Lisa Reninger, 5852 W. Quail Drive, Mentone. Chapter 7. Assets: $41,020. Debts: $10,328.
• Paul and Mary Rice, 1301 Chestnut Ave., Winona Lake. Chapter 13. Assets: $80,574. Debts: $84,294.
• James Ross, 14636 N. Bonestead Road, Silver Lake. Chapter 7. Assets: $860. Debts: $11,428.
• Ross Saulters, 751 E. Market St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $5,070. Debts: $18,681.
• Jerry Upp, 320 Madison St., Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $685. Debts: $13,593.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Bruce Lee Tillotson Jr., 22, and Marsheila Kay Stickler, 17, both of South Jackson Street, Nappanee.
• Raymond D. Truex, 51, and Tina M. Wilson, 32, both of West CR 400N, Warsaw.
• Justin Andrew Rodriguez, 26, Purcellville, Va., and Christina Renee Stone, 23, North CR 100E, Warsaw.
• Timothy D. Ellis, 41, and Cynthia A. Wickman, 38, both of West Carl Lane, Claypool.
• Richard Elliot Meeks, 38, and Carie Marie Jacobie, 37, both of East Catholic Street, Pierceton.
• Russell Andrew Keller, 26, and Shelley Renee Johnston, 30, both of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• Marvin Lawrence Dunn, 26, and Loretta Lin Abbott, 27, both of East Wooster Road, Pierceton.
• Daniel Boone Olson, 37, Crystal Flash Road, North Webster, and Catherine Ann Barker, 30, East CR 900N, Syracuse.
• Armando Sanchez, 32, and Monica L. Cervantes, 32, both of Rieder Street, Warsaw.
• Scott Allen Boggs, 29, and Michelle Denise Hicks, 30, both of Country Club Drive, Warsaw.
• Carl John Fischer III, 29, and Amy Louise McMillan, 26, both of North CR 1000E, Cromwell.
• Juan Manuel Campos, 24, and Ralene Collins, 17, both of Pierceton.
• John W. Drudge, 32, and Karla J. Reynolds, 37, both of East Jefferson Street, Warsaw.
• Jamie Steven McClone, 22, and Wendy Marie Dawson, 26, both of Robin Drive, Warsaw.
• Don Goble Jr., 29, and Sossity Nicole Greene, 23, both of South CR 100W, Claypool.
• Paul Burton Huston III, 19, and Ginger Vires, 22, both of North Washington Street, Warsaw.
• Ryan Douglas Coverstone, 25, and Melissa Lynn Sherer, 22, both of East Palm Drive, Syracuse.
• Jared Andrew Beer, 28, and Rebecca Lee Ann Masterson, 22, both of North First Street, Warsaw.
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 $125 in court costs:
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $50 in April, ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee and license suspended 180 days was Daryle Berger, Nappanee.
Check Deception - Fined $25 in March was Steve Roberts, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in January and sentenced to 180 days in jail was Douglas Sullivan, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $54.50 in December was David Slater, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $54 in March was Tracy S. Heath, 36, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in May were Nicholas A. Clabaugh, 16, Silver Lake; David J. Breyfogle, 29, Pierceton; David V. Staker, 39, Warsaw; Howard E. Sellers, 74, Syracuse; Caleb N. Churchill, 17, Warsaw; Alvin E. Brent, 36, Warsaw; Donald E. Rice, 70, Warsaw; and Anna M. Snodderly, 20, Warsaw (two counts).
Fined $27 in April were Jesica J. England, 17, Claypool; Maxine A. Tomlinson, 42, Warsaw; Charles P. Murphy, 35, Warsaw; and Jerry L. Ulmer, 16, Etna Green.
Fined $27 in July was Brandon L. Mitchell, 18, North Webster.
Fined $25 in January was Joshua L. Weldy, 17, Etna Green.
Fined $27 in December were Trenton S. Smith, 19, Warsaw, and Patricia L. Yoder, 29, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in May were Dallas Larkin, 18, Warsaw; Susan R. Coppes, 24, Leesburg; Michel Allueva, 39, Winona Lake; Armando Lopez, 27, Warsaw; David S. Hettinger, 24, Leesburg; Brandon D. Roberts, 19, Warsaw; and Brandon S. Cretacci, 28, Leesburg.
Fined $12 in April were Jeremy J. Bever, 23, Warsaw; Troy E. Kistler, 32, Leesburg; Michael D. Warren, 18, Claypool; Heather M. Arford, 17, Warsaw; Stephen S. Clampitt, 31, Warsaw; and Marc G. Weissman, 34, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in March was Araceli Martinez, 25, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in September was Paul G. Marquez, 28, Winona Lake.
Fined $12 in July was Nathan D. Kuhn, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May was Frank A. Perales, 18, Milford.
Fined $7 in April were Bruce M. Sawvel, 31, Warsaw; David J. Wenger, 44, Warsaw; and Brandon L. Frantz, 17, Silver Lake.
Fined $7 in September was Mary A. Hernandez, 24, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in May were Bryon W. Reichart, 61, Bourbon; Timothy A. Buckholz, 18, Warsaw; Tiffany A. Dwyer, 18, Warsaw; Robert W. Jansma, 37, Warsaw; Carolyn M. Smith, 54, Warsaw; Brandy D. Jackson, 22, Warsaw; and Lynn E. O'Neil, 35, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in April was Israel, 21, Warsaw.
No Registration - Fined $7 in May was Henderson A. Pamer, 23, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in February was Kurt M. Gunkel, 25, North Webster.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in May were Robert Zuniga, 25, Warsaw; Jose Lozano, 33, Leesburg; and Donald J. Trafan, 27, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in April were Israel Torres, 21, Warsaw, and Erika Suastegul, 20, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in March was Richard D. Kuhn, 25, Leesburg.
Failure To Obtain An Indiana Driver's License - Judgment (court costs only) in May against Bertie L. Funderburg, 56, Syracuse.
Unsafe Movement - Fined $7 in May was Eldon R. Long, 23, Warsaw.
Following Too Closely - Fined $7 in May was Jessica D. Ransome, 17, Warsaw.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in April were Linda S. Shay, 37, Silver Lake; Ryan Hoffman, North Webster; and Matthew I. Dilley, 19, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in April was Matthew I. Dilley, 19, Warsaw.
Failure To Use Headlights - Fined $7 in April was Danny L. Willard, 38, North Webster.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in April was Ryan J. Hoffman, 21, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in August was Jeremy D. Miller, 18, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor Under Age 18 - Fined $25 in April was Cody J. Felger, 17, Pierceton.
Fined $5 in April was Justin F. Butts, 15, Warsaw.
Judgment (court costs only) in April against Zach D. Wade, 15, Warsaw.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in April was Cody J. Felger, 17, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in June was Drew A. Krichbaum, 16, Winona Lake.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in May were Jose L. Murales, 36, Winona Lake; Raymond M. Cruz, 30, Warsaw; Matthew A. Lafountain, 18, Warsaw; and Ruben Contreras, 46, Winona Lake.
Fined $20 in April was Richard L. Mounts, 21, Warsaw.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in April was Dawn M. Fisher, 41, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Driving Having Never Had A License - (April) Martin Xochitecatt, Warsaw.
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 - (May) Jonny W. Rose, 20, Mentone; Joseph L. Engelhaupt, 46, Warsaw; Mark O. Wagley, 18, Warsaw; (April) Eric D. Andrews, 16, Milford.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Teachers Credit Union vs. Jose Sanchez Pina, South Monroe Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $503.93 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Thomas V. Buskirk vs. Cindy A. Walls, U.S. 30E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks possession of mobile home and sale to satisfy amount due on contract.
• Affiliated Family Dentist, P.C., vs. Tammy M. Hamilton, North Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,284 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Wells Fargo Financial Acceptance, formerly known as Fidelity, vs. Bruce and Cheryl. Biltz, North Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,068.74 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Teachers Credit Union vs. Keith Vanthoff, Old Road 30E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $3,531.48 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred and court costs
• North American Capital Corp., as assignee of Discover Financial, vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on accounts, plus interest and court costs: Billy G. Hull, East CR 225S, Warsaw, $2,706.02, and Hobert R. McCleese, South Walnut Street, Mentone, $7,837.93.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of Nancy J. Hall) vs. Melvin J. Gingerich, Edgewater Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $3,459.28 as paid to insured claimant, Hall, after a Dec. 6, 1999, auto accident near the intersection of South Huntington Street and Pickwick Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• First Federal Savings Bank vs. David L. and Jean M. Wells, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $2,914.65 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Household Finance Corp. III vs. Lori L. Baldridge, East River Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $8,358.50 due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. vs. Randy and Sandra L. Helblig, North Spruce Street, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $1,827.51 due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Custom Tile Co. Inc. vs. Gary Morgan, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks (1) $1,350 for three times the amount of tools not returned when Morgan left their employment, plus court costs, and (2) $1,157.03 for failure to reimburse plaintiff for advances on supplies, plus court costs.
• National City Bank vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on accounts, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs: James T. King, Warsaw, $5,295.10, and Abraham and Donna G. Gonzalez, Deer Run, Warsaw, $2,470.
• General Motors Acceptance Corp. vs. Johnny K. Duncan, West Valleyview Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $13,621.79 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• FSF Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on agreements, plus attorney fees and court costs: Rex A. and Christy M. Evans, U.S. 30E, Pierceton, $4,227.05; Rocky D. Bays, South Monroe Drive, Warsaw, $4,177.47; Rodney O. Bowman, North Branch Street, Syracuse, $4,315.24; and Sarah E. Hein, South CR 450E, Pierceton, $4,298.96.
Marriage Dissolutions
Hughes
Joshua Ryan and Nichole Marie Hughes, Old Road 30W, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 10, 1998, and separated May 1, 2000. There are two minor children.
Maxwell
Jennifer J. Maxwell, Warsaw, and James E. Maxwell, Brooks Drive, Nappanee. They were married March 13, 1992, and separated March 25, 2000. There are three minor children.
Phillabaum
Stephanie Anne and Mark Allen Phillabaum, County Line Road, Syracuse. They were married Feb. 12, 1990, and separated May 12, 2000. There are four minor children.
Shafer
Sherri and Phillip Shafer, West Market Street, Warsaw. They were married May 7, 1994, and separated May 12, 2000. There are two minor children.
Shepherd
Paul E. Shepherd, Old Road 30W, Warsaw, and Tina M. Shepherd, North Wayne Street, North Manchester. They were married Nov. 4, 1994, and separated in February 1999. There is one minor child.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• United Credit Union vs. Andrew J. Himes. Plaintiff awarded $1,361.09 by default, plus court costs.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Larry W. McAfoose Jr., $12,793.43; Joshua and Sherry Hamman, $3,647.80; and Traci L Norman and Wendy Stahl, $4,209.45.
• Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Phillip E. Sadler, $3,334; Lynn Landrie, $1,301; Rebecca L. Roberts, $1,112; Logan A. Greene, $2,368.10; and Scott Estep, $1,698.
• Bank of America/NA, successor in interest of Nationsbank of Delaware/NA, vs. Judith A. Rhees. Plaintiff awarded $3,100.21 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Norwest Bank Minnesota/NA vs. Jess L. Rush and Beneficial Mortgage Co. of Indiana. Plaintiff awarded $86,606.87 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.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. vs. Elizabeth Krauser.
• National City Bank vs. Craig and Stephen M. Cumberland.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• First Resolution Investment Corp. vs. Betty and Jimmy D. Krizan.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. vs. Gilbert Lopez.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Margaret and Darvin Setser. May 16.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Toni and Dennis Tribbey, Mishawaka, vs. Bob Evans Farms Inc., East Center Street, Warsaw, and CT Corp. Systems, Indianapolis. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of three counts to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 17, 1998, fall in the restaurant by Toni Tribbey. Plaintiffs also seek court costs.
• Norwest Bank Minnesota/NA vs. Jeffrey C. Geller, East Cornelius Road, Syracuse, and Dana Federal Credit Union, Fort Wayne. Plaintiff seeks $41,618.64 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.
• Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA vs. Jean Fritchman Blackman, South CR 1275E, Akron, and John and Jane Doe, tenants at North Jefferson Street, Silver Lake, residence. Plaintiff seeks $60,915.16 due on mortgage 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.
• Columbia Medical Mfg. Corp. vs. Michael J. Housel, East Arthur Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $25,000 due on an April 15, 1996, judgment in Orange County, Calif., Superior Court.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc., formerly known as Compass Receivables Management Corp., vs. Aaron Stavedahl, EMS B53 Lane, Warsaw, Allison Stavedahl, North Thompson Street, Bourbon. Plaintiff seeks $5,511.42 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Rick's Electronics Inc., an Indiana corporation, and Rick and Cheryl Schooley, individually and jointly, vs. Natural Elements Inc., Columbia City. Plaintiffs seek $8,456.74 due on agreement, plus court costs and interest.
• John J. and Diane Childs vs. DePuy Orthopaedics Inc. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for losses resulting from alleged breach of warranty of hip implanted in John Childs. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury. The case was moved on a change of venue from LaPorte County.
• Anne E. Utter vs. Clyde A. and Irene M. Bunyea, et al. Plaintiff seeks to quiet title to real estate in Kosciusko County.
Marriage Dissolutions
Blackburn
Walter Blackburn, Burket, and Regina Blackburn, Goshen. They were married Oct. 19, 1991, and separated May 11, 2000. There is one minor child.
Boardman
Veronica D. and Pedro L. Boardman, West Hoppus Road, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 19, 1990, and separated Jan. 1, 2000. There are two minor children.
Brumblow
Sherri Brumblow, EMS T26B Lane, Leesburg, and Mark L. Brumblow, East CR 225S, Winona Lake. They were married June 21, 1993, and separated April 15, 2000. There are two minor children.
Johnson
Susan R. and Gary L. Johnson, North Allen Lane, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 18, 1993, and separated May 12, 2000. There is one minor child.
Kim
Ngan Kim, Hepler Drive, Warsaw, and Seng Kim, Philadelphia, Pa. They were married in February 1978 and separated in February 2000. There is one minor child.
Mast
Elaine M. Mast, Walter Way, Warsaw, and Joe M. Mast, Jefferson Street, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 10, 1990, and separated in September 1997. There are two minor children.
Legal Separation
Wilson
Michael D. and Diane L. Wilson, West Prairie Street, Warsaw. They were married and separated on dates not indicated. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• D.C. Garage Doors vs. Precise Construction. Plaintiff awarded $3,488.43 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Contimortgage Corp. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest, court costs and foreclosure of liens with sale of real estate to satisfy judgments, against the following people: Travis and Amy Davis and Enchanted Hills Community Association Inc., $103,598.90, and Brenda Miller, $64,240.
• Farmer Tank Inc. vs. Turkey Run Estates, LLC. Plaintiff awarded $2,801.24 by default, plus court costs.
• Greenwood Trust Co. vs. Jane E. and James W. Kinzer. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $11,316.83, plus interest and court costs.
• Aurora Loan Services Inc. vs. Floyd Jr. and Lori A. Cissom. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $87,400.48, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Terry L. Shepherd, doing business as Terry Shepherd Construction, vs. Benjamin and LiLi Chow. After a four-day trial, plaintiff awarded $39,034.31, plus interest.
• Janis Sue Jones vs. Dennis and Brenda McCormick. Summary judgment granted in favor of defendants, the McCormicks, and against Jones.
• National City Bank of Indiana, formerly known as Fort Wayne National Bank, vs. John L. and Michele L. Pfefferle and American General Finance Inc. Plaintiff awarded $87,318.44 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.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Kellie Coffelt vs. Q-Lube.
• Peggy and Glen Zorn vs. Kevin A. Miller.
• Garry Smiley vs. Sturgis Iron & Metal Inc.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Federal National Mortgage Association vs. Daniel L. Kessler, et al.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Lisa A. and James R.West. May 12.
• Gabrielle V. (former name Day restored) and Frank E. Kelley Jr. May 16.
• Catherine L. (former name Schmidt restored) and Brian Curtis Poliquin. Guardians Robert A. and Louise M. Schmidt awarded custody/guardianship of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $250 per month in child support. May 17.
• Deborah L. and Timothy S. Pyle. Mother awarded custody of couple's four minor children. Father ordered to pay $280 per week in child support. May 18.
• Josephine (former name Kearns restored) and Dale Thompson. May 19.
• Carl John III and Janie Marie Fischer. May 22.
Other Action
• Marvin L. and Francis Hampshire vs. Rockhill, Pinnick, Pequignot, Helm, Landis & Rigdon. The Hon. Robert O. Bowen is appointed special judge in this matter.
• Rolling Hills Property Owners Association, et al, vs. LRC Products Inc., et al. The Hon. James R. Heuer, judge of Whitley Circuit Court, is appointed special judge in this matter. There are three separate cases relating to this matter pending and all are subject to this appointment.
• Eric D. Kroesche vs.M.D. Umbaugh, et al. The Hon. Douglas B. Morton is appointed special judge in this matter.
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.
• Lester Avery, 7 EMS B60D Lane, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $29,700. Debts: $45,473.
• Debra Baker, 1835 Sharon St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $3,500. Debts: $15,915.
• Diana Beavers, 202 W. Walnut St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $3,335. Debts: $18,144.
• Brad Bibler and Kerri Bibler, also known as Kerri Winterrowd, 340 E. Levi Lee Road #150, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $47,275. Debts: $62,676.
• Bruce and Deanna Derush, 5766 W. Summy Road, Leesburg. Chapter 7. Assets: $47,425. Debts: $117,494.
• Kent French, also known as Andy French, 13241 N. CR800W, Silver Lake. Chapter 7. Assets: $25,229. Debts: $62,782.
• Thomas Hathaway, 2034 N. CR 600E, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $14,990. Debts: $19,798.
• Lisa Howard, also known as Lisa Reninger, 5852 W. Quail Drive, Mentone. Chapter 7. Assets: $41,020. Debts: $10,328.
• Paul and Mary Rice, 1301 Chestnut Ave., Winona Lake. Chapter 13. Assets: $80,574. Debts: $84,294.
• James Ross, 14636 N. Bonestead Road, Silver Lake. Chapter 7. Assets: $860. Debts: $11,428.
• Ross Saulters, 751 E. Market St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $5,070. Debts: $18,681.
• Jerry Upp, 320 Madison St., Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $685. Debts: $13,593.
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