Times-Union Court News 07-09-1996
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Randy Veach, 39, North Schafer, Milford, and Kimber Lee Hartter, 39, Milford.
• Brian Curtis Poliquin, 24, and Catherine Louise Schmidt, 23, both of Pierceton.
• Jason Gene Lee, 20, and Misty Dawn Pennington, 18, both of EMS W29B Lane, North Webster.
• Jeremy Robert Orr, 20, and Randy Lynn Hill, 22, both of Ind. 5, Pierceton.
• Samuel E. Hoffman, 45, and Rebecca J. Smith, 46, both of Old Road 30W, Warsaw.
• Tony Ray Cassidy, 28, and Laura Ann Chupp, 25, both of EMS R2B Lane, Pierceton.
• John William Rice, 38, and Wanda Ann Sturgill, 37, both of EMS W30A1 Lane, North Webster.
• Clarence E. Milburn, 66, West Section Street, Claypool, and Elizabeth Sue Wayman, 60, Garrett.
• James R. Conley, 57, East CR 100S, Pierceton, and Helen L. Jones, 43, Fourth Street, Winona Lake.
• Donald Lloyd Jones, 26, and Corinne Cay Kloha, 25, both of Chicago, Ill.
• Brian D. Fuller, 30, and Linda J. Logan, 39, both of Sharon Street, Warsaw.
County Court
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko County Court, small claims division, with Judge James Jarrette presiding:
• Dee and Nancy English vs. Michael and Michelle Gray. Plaintiff awarded $485.83.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Jay B. Riley, $624.20; Brenda Collins Rock, $148.50; and Evan and Edie Epple, $345.99.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Melissa Craft. Plaintiff awarded $1,376.98.
• Diana and Otto Burchett vs. Michael Fishbaugh Jr. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Earnest Mumsford vs. Loretta A. Tubbs. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Edward Lozano vs. Ruth Whitaker. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Bryon J. Berry awarded the judgments noted against the following people: James M. McKinley, $952.64; William Jenkins, judgment; and David Michael Cook, $1,049.19.
• Hide-Away Hills vs. Paul Fulgum. Plaintiff awarded $486.07.
• James S. Butts awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Joel B. Estep, $383.65, and Deborah Littlejohn, $731.61.
• Diana England vs. Eddie Howard. Plaintiff awarded $1,800.
• Jack and Melissa Knapp vs. Jerry and June Harman. Plaintiffs awarded $375.
• Quantum Inc., doing business as Audit and Legation Services Inc., awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Donna Patrick, $1,704.08; Arthur Colvin, $1,977.50; Edward W. Reed, $1,520.17; and Louis G. Antu, $1,767.52.
• Wilford Prater vs. Tom Hubbard and Martha Wysong. Plaintiff awarded $2,160.
County Court
The following misdemeanors and infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko County Court with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following person also paid $323.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was David Byers, North Webster.
The following people also paid $123.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $250 in April and license suspended 180 days was Marcius Miller, Claypool.
Driving Having Never Had A License - Fined $50 in February was David Cobbs, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $123 in court costs:
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in June was Richard Eyer, Syracuse.
Fined $100 in August and sentenced to 180 days in jail was Keith Enger, Syracuse.
Fined $52 in June 1995 was Richard E. Baker, North Manchester.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in June was Bryce Gilbert, Syracuse.
Battery - Fined $50 in June were Joe Rodriquez, Pierceton and Audie Rodriquez, Pierceton.
Criminal Mischief - Fined $50 in May was Fred J. Shell, Warsaw.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $100 in September, sentenced to one year in jail and ordered to pay a $200 eradication fee was Terrence Gibson, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $63.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in June were: Ray A. Gsell, 52, Winona Lake; Jeremy B. Widman, 21, Pierceton; James T. Prater, 23, Silver Lake; and Dawn S. Engelberth, 32, Winona Lake.
Fined $27 in May was April M. Mock, 23, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in June were: Sean M. Fitzpatrick, 22, Warsaw; Cathy L. Derf, 35, Silver Lake; Kelly Mitchell, 27, Syracuse; Michael R. Haines, 20, Warsaw; Elizabeth A. Walker, 17, Warsaw; and Eugene R. Farmer, 18, Nappanee.
Fined $12 in May was Charles A. Woodling, 45, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June were: William N. Myers, 36, Warsaw; Nicholas C. Baker, 18, North Webster; Brandon M. Ries, 18, Pierceton; Chad D. Gates, 19, Mentone; Angela L. Burkhart, 36, Warsaw; and Joseph H. Cutler, 46, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May was Daphne S. Conley, 25, Pierceton.
Operating A Motorized Bicycle Without Wearing Eye Protection - Fined $7 in June was James M. Adams, 16, Cromwell.
Failure To Yield - Fined $7 in June was Marvin R. Mast, 70, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in June was J. Dawn Brock, 39, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May was Justin B. Davis, 21, Warsaw.
Learner Permit Violation - Fined $7 in June was Jose M. Sisneros, 20, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in June was Ty A. Marshall, 27, Silver Lake.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $1.50 in June was Lloyd R. Mast, 30, Milford.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in June was Vincent R. Beasley, 20, Syracuse.
Improper Headlights - Fined $7 in June was Troy L. Hendricks, 18, North Webster.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $25 in May were Mark A. Moist, 21, Syracuse, and Lawrence W. McAfoose, 25, Leesburg.
Unsafe Start From Park - Fined $7 in May was Mark A. Moist, 21, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $63 in court costs:
Failure To Display Excise Decal - Fined $7 in June were Gary F. Cowan, 38, Warsaw, and Jessica D. Batty, 19, Warsaw.
Imprudent Operation - Fined $7 in June was Philip L. Porter, 69, Warsaw.
Expired Motorboat Registration - Fined $7 in June were Mike S. Bryant, 41, Warsaw, and Gary R. Shanklin, 46, Syracuse.
No Life Preservers When Required - Fined $7 in June was Kemper J. Heuchan, 34, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in May was Bryan S. Taylor, 33, Etna Green.
Littering - Fined $2 in May was Alan R. Wilson, 14, North Webster.
Failure To Possess Fishing License - Fined $7 in May was Glenn C. McCreary, 25, Syracuse.
Operating Motorboat In Excess Of 10 MPH Within 200 Feet Of Shore - Fined $7 in May was Troy E. Kistler, 28, Warsaw.
Possession Of Tobacco/Under Age 18 - Fined $7 in April was Anthony R. Baldwin, 16, Cromwell.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in June were: David W. Douglas, 24, Silver Lake; Kelly Mitchell, 27, Syracuse; Thomas W. Harvey, 33, Nappanee; and Michael J. Morris, 40, South Whitley.
Fined $20 in May were Stephanie M. Wilson, 23, Warsaw, and Mindy K. Frantz, 24, Winona Lake.
Child Restraint Violation - Judgment in June against Laura Castro, 25, Leesburg.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Possession Of Marijuana - (September) Keith Enger, Syracuse; (June 1995) Michael Clay, Pierceton.
Fleeing Law Enforcement - (September) Jack Slater, Warsaw.
Criminal Trespass - (August) Jason Elijah, Leesburg.
Illegal Use Of Police Radio - (June 1995) Richard E. Baker, North Manchester.
Superior Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court with Judge Robert Burner presiding:
Complaints
• Americantrust Federal Savings Bank vs. Rex O. and Kathryn Jean Carey, Hepler Drive, Warsaw; Indiana Department of Revenue; and Indiana Attorney General. Plaintiff seeks $27,757.68 due on note and $11,038.99 due on another note, plus interest on both; court costs; costs incurred; attorney fees; and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Randy D. and Lisa M. Yates vs. William Creighton, West Snyder Road, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek $3,689.50 for repairs on truck damages while in his care, plus court costs.
• Sears, Roebuck and Co. vs. Ronnie L. Chapman, North CR 175E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $8,196.86 due on account, plus interest, court costs and attorney fees.
• First Card/FCC National Bank vs. Michelle L. Beatty, Old Ind. 13S, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $720.74, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
Superior Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court with Judge Robert Burner presiding:
Complaint
• NBD Bank/NA, formerly known as Summit Bank, vs. Kathy Trout. Plaintiff awarded $3,353.61, plus court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Enchanted Hills Community Association Inc. vs. Garry and Linda Sayne.
Other Action
• Charles Jack and Moretta Sue Scott and William and Sally Downharn Miller vs. North Webster American Legion, Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals and Cinda Over-myer, as zoning ordinance administrator. After examination by the Supreme Court of Indiana, this case is withdrawn from the jurisdiction of the Hon. Robert Burner and transferred to the Hon. Dean A. Colvin, judge of Marshall Superior Court No. 2.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Harlan Steffen vs. Syracuse Town Board of Zoning Appeals. Plaintiff seeks reversal of a June 20, 1996, decision to deny him a variance allowing constructed buildings to remain 7.7 feet from the west property line, with the separation of 10.8 feet between buildings of Harkless Bend Condominiums. Plaintiff also seeks court cost.
• Howard and Jerry Taft and Smokey's Bait and Tackle Inc. vs. Smokey's Landing Inc., Anweiler Realty North Inc. and Robert D. Anweiler. Plaintiffs seek an order determining rights and obligation under contract.
• Citicorp Mortgage Inc. vs. Wayne T. and Carrie Gronendyke, West CR 1100N, Nap-panee. Plaintiff seeks $53,177.17 due on mortgage, and foreclosure of mortgage, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Todd and Angela Trapani and Zack Tra-pani, by his next friend, Todd Trapani vs. Kosciusko County Board of Commissioners, through its members, William E. Creighton, Maurice Beer and Avis Gunter. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damages resulting from an Aug. 7, 1994, auto accident at the intersection of CR 200N and 650E. Plaintiffs claim an overgrowth of foliage obstructed the view of a traffic marker. Plaintiffs request a trial by jury.
• Yogi Bear Membership Corp. of Kosciusko County vs. Karen J. Klaus, Crete, Ill., and Kosciusko County Board of Commissioners. Plaintiff seeks $1,096.98 in delinquent dues and assessments, plus costs incurred; $50 in attorney fees; court costs; and foreclosure of lien as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• KeyBank National Association vs. James E. Epperson, Cynthiana, and Rhonda M. Epperson, Frank Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $34,709.29 due on promissory note, plus interest; attorney fees; court costs; costs incurred; and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate satisfy judgment.
Marriage Dissolutions
Montel
Jodi and Robert Allen Montel, Kosciusko County. They were married July 2, 1988, and separated June 5, 1996. There is one minor child.
Baumgartner
Cinda S. Baumgartner, East Cherokee Road, Syracuse, and Steven E. Baumgartner, Tucker, Ga. They were married May 12, 1979, and separated Dec. 29, 1996. There are two minor children.
Wakefield
Michael and Paul Wakefield, Kosciusko County. They were married Nov. 12, 1994, and separated June 27, 1996. There is one minor child.
Adams
Sandra J. Adams, North CR 600E, Warsaw, and John Quincey Adams, South CR 500W, Warsaw. They were married July 19, 1993, and separated June 19, 1996. There is one minor child.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• National City Bank of Indiana vs. Jose Valdez. Plaintiff awarded $6,219.97 by default.
• Kristy E. and R. Paul Schmitt vs. Daniel Lee House, M.D., et al. Plaintiffs awarded $600,000 pursuant to settlement agreement.
• Midwest Collection Service awarded the judgments noted by default, plus court costs, from the following people: Scarlett R. Murray, $1,106.21; Charles A. Senders and Sheri L. Paton, $1,605.69; Earl and Judith Ritchie, $410.26; and Joyce Hamman, $527.77.
• Equity One Inc. vs. Scott Huffer and Vicky Zuniga. Plaintiff awarded $3,106.49 by default, plus court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Fred and Marcelle M. Heady vs. David D. Geiger. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
• State Farm Insurance Companies (subrogee of Amy Cohagan) vs. Vigoro Industries Inc.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Transamerica Financial vs. Roseta Belin.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Robin M. (former name Cole restored) and George E. Elliott. Father awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Mother ordered to pay $43 per week in child support. June 13.
• Lynne M. and Nicholas C. Susaraba Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $161 per week in child support. June 17.
• Paula J. and Phillip Shalley. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $50 per week in child support. June. 19.
• Suzanna Marie Fortress and James Cekala. Mother awarded custody of couple's one minor child. Father ordered to pay $175 per week in child support. June 19.
• Denise M. and Jimmy W. Coates. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $82 per week in child support. June 20.
• Thomas E. Jr. and Diana L. Hamilton. Couple awarded joint custody of their three minor children. June 20.
• Jay D. and Jennifer L. Leeka. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $77 per week in child support. June 21.
• Janette Marie and David Allen Bess. Mother awarded custody of couple's one minor child. Father ordered to pay $77 per week in child support. June 21.
• Kimberly S. and Robert Lee Brown. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $60 per week in child support. June 24.
• Dawnetta M. (former name Dockery restored) and Edward P. Melvin. June 24.
• Stephen M. Cumberland and Joyce E. (former name Paxton restored). June 25.
• Anthony W. and Jean A. Ciriello. Couple awarded joint custody of their two minor children. June 26.
• Greg Huffman and Jessica (former name Randolph restored). June 26.
• James A. and Tammy J. Bryan. June 26.
• Claydine E. and Terry J. Smith. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $140 per week in child support. June 28.
Dismissals
The following dissolution proceedings were dismissed:
• Audie and Joe Rodriquez.
• Patricia A. and Donald J. Baker.
Other Action
• Kay R. Cook's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing her to drive for employment purposes only.
• David Alan Susaraba's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only. [[In-content Ad]]
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Randy Veach, 39, North Schafer, Milford, and Kimber Lee Hartter, 39, Milford.
• Brian Curtis Poliquin, 24, and Catherine Louise Schmidt, 23, both of Pierceton.
• Jason Gene Lee, 20, and Misty Dawn Pennington, 18, both of EMS W29B Lane, North Webster.
• Jeremy Robert Orr, 20, and Randy Lynn Hill, 22, both of Ind. 5, Pierceton.
• Samuel E. Hoffman, 45, and Rebecca J. Smith, 46, both of Old Road 30W, Warsaw.
• Tony Ray Cassidy, 28, and Laura Ann Chupp, 25, both of EMS R2B Lane, Pierceton.
• John William Rice, 38, and Wanda Ann Sturgill, 37, both of EMS W30A1 Lane, North Webster.
• Clarence E. Milburn, 66, West Section Street, Claypool, and Elizabeth Sue Wayman, 60, Garrett.
• James R. Conley, 57, East CR 100S, Pierceton, and Helen L. Jones, 43, Fourth Street, Winona Lake.
• Donald Lloyd Jones, 26, and Corinne Cay Kloha, 25, both of Chicago, Ill.
• Brian D. Fuller, 30, and Linda J. Logan, 39, both of Sharon Street, Warsaw.
County Court
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko County Court, small claims division, with Judge James Jarrette presiding:
• Dee and Nancy English vs. Michael and Michelle Gray. Plaintiff awarded $485.83.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Jay B. Riley, $624.20; Brenda Collins Rock, $148.50; and Evan and Edie Epple, $345.99.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Melissa Craft. Plaintiff awarded $1,376.98.
• Diana and Otto Burchett vs. Michael Fishbaugh Jr. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Earnest Mumsford vs. Loretta A. Tubbs. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Edward Lozano vs. Ruth Whitaker. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Bryon J. Berry awarded the judgments noted against the following people: James M. McKinley, $952.64; William Jenkins, judgment; and David Michael Cook, $1,049.19.
• Hide-Away Hills vs. Paul Fulgum. Plaintiff awarded $486.07.
• James S. Butts awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Joel B. Estep, $383.65, and Deborah Littlejohn, $731.61.
• Diana England vs. Eddie Howard. Plaintiff awarded $1,800.
• Jack and Melissa Knapp vs. Jerry and June Harman. Plaintiffs awarded $375.
• Quantum Inc., doing business as Audit and Legation Services Inc., awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Donna Patrick, $1,704.08; Arthur Colvin, $1,977.50; Edward W. Reed, $1,520.17; and Louis G. Antu, $1,767.52.
• Wilford Prater vs. Tom Hubbard and Martha Wysong. Plaintiff awarded $2,160.
County Court
The following misdemeanors and infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko County Court with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following person also paid $323.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was David Byers, North Webster.
The following people also paid $123.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $250 in April and license suspended 180 days was Marcius Miller, Claypool.
Driving Having Never Had A License - Fined $50 in February was David Cobbs, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $123 in court costs:
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in June was Richard Eyer, Syracuse.
Fined $100 in August and sentenced to 180 days in jail was Keith Enger, Syracuse.
Fined $52 in June 1995 was Richard E. Baker, North Manchester.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in June was Bryce Gilbert, Syracuse.
Battery - Fined $50 in June were Joe Rodriquez, Pierceton and Audie Rodriquez, Pierceton.
Criminal Mischief - Fined $50 in May was Fred J. Shell, Warsaw.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $100 in September, sentenced to one year in jail and ordered to pay a $200 eradication fee was Terrence Gibson, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $63.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in June were: Ray A. Gsell, 52, Winona Lake; Jeremy B. Widman, 21, Pierceton; James T. Prater, 23, Silver Lake; and Dawn S. Engelberth, 32, Winona Lake.
Fined $27 in May was April M. Mock, 23, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in June were: Sean M. Fitzpatrick, 22, Warsaw; Cathy L. Derf, 35, Silver Lake; Kelly Mitchell, 27, Syracuse; Michael R. Haines, 20, Warsaw; Elizabeth A. Walker, 17, Warsaw; and Eugene R. Farmer, 18, Nappanee.
Fined $12 in May was Charles A. Woodling, 45, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June were: William N. Myers, 36, Warsaw; Nicholas C. Baker, 18, North Webster; Brandon M. Ries, 18, Pierceton; Chad D. Gates, 19, Mentone; Angela L. Burkhart, 36, Warsaw; and Joseph H. Cutler, 46, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May was Daphne S. Conley, 25, Pierceton.
Operating A Motorized Bicycle Without Wearing Eye Protection - Fined $7 in June was James M. Adams, 16, Cromwell.
Failure To Yield - Fined $7 in June was Marvin R. Mast, 70, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in June was J. Dawn Brock, 39, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May was Justin B. Davis, 21, Warsaw.
Learner Permit Violation - Fined $7 in June was Jose M. Sisneros, 20, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in June was Ty A. Marshall, 27, Silver Lake.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $1.50 in June was Lloyd R. Mast, 30, Milford.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in June was Vincent R. Beasley, 20, Syracuse.
Improper Headlights - Fined $7 in June was Troy L. Hendricks, 18, North Webster.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $25 in May were Mark A. Moist, 21, Syracuse, and Lawrence W. McAfoose, 25, Leesburg.
Unsafe Start From Park - Fined $7 in May was Mark A. Moist, 21, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $63 in court costs:
Failure To Display Excise Decal - Fined $7 in June were Gary F. Cowan, 38, Warsaw, and Jessica D. Batty, 19, Warsaw.
Imprudent Operation - Fined $7 in June was Philip L. Porter, 69, Warsaw.
Expired Motorboat Registration - Fined $7 in June were Mike S. Bryant, 41, Warsaw, and Gary R. Shanklin, 46, Syracuse.
No Life Preservers When Required - Fined $7 in June was Kemper J. Heuchan, 34, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in May was Bryan S. Taylor, 33, Etna Green.
Littering - Fined $2 in May was Alan R. Wilson, 14, North Webster.
Failure To Possess Fishing License - Fined $7 in May was Glenn C. McCreary, 25, Syracuse.
Operating Motorboat In Excess Of 10 MPH Within 200 Feet Of Shore - Fined $7 in May was Troy E. Kistler, 28, Warsaw.
Possession Of Tobacco/Under Age 18 - Fined $7 in April was Anthony R. Baldwin, 16, Cromwell.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in June were: David W. Douglas, 24, Silver Lake; Kelly Mitchell, 27, Syracuse; Thomas W. Harvey, 33, Nappanee; and Michael J. Morris, 40, South Whitley.
Fined $20 in May were Stephanie M. Wilson, 23, Warsaw, and Mindy K. Frantz, 24, Winona Lake.
Child Restraint Violation - Judgment in June against Laura Castro, 25, Leesburg.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Possession Of Marijuana - (September) Keith Enger, Syracuse; (June 1995) Michael Clay, Pierceton.
Fleeing Law Enforcement - (September) Jack Slater, Warsaw.
Criminal Trespass - (August) Jason Elijah, Leesburg.
Illegal Use Of Police Radio - (June 1995) Richard E. Baker, North Manchester.
Superior Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court with Judge Robert Burner presiding:
Complaints
• Americantrust Federal Savings Bank vs. Rex O. and Kathryn Jean Carey, Hepler Drive, Warsaw; Indiana Department of Revenue; and Indiana Attorney General. Plaintiff seeks $27,757.68 due on note and $11,038.99 due on another note, plus interest on both; court costs; costs incurred; attorney fees; and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Randy D. and Lisa M. Yates vs. William Creighton, West Snyder Road, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek $3,689.50 for repairs on truck damages while in his care, plus court costs.
• Sears, Roebuck and Co. vs. Ronnie L. Chapman, North CR 175E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $8,196.86 due on account, plus interest, court costs and attorney fees.
• First Card/FCC National Bank vs. Michelle L. Beatty, Old Ind. 13S, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $720.74, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
Superior Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court with Judge Robert Burner presiding:
Complaint
• NBD Bank/NA, formerly known as Summit Bank, vs. Kathy Trout. Plaintiff awarded $3,353.61, plus court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Enchanted Hills Community Association Inc. vs. Garry and Linda Sayne.
Other Action
• Charles Jack and Moretta Sue Scott and William and Sally Downharn Miller vs. North Webster American Legion, Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals and Cinda Over-myer, as zoning ordinance administrator. After examination by the Supreme Court of Indiana, this case is withdrawn from the jurisdiction of the Hon. Robert Burner and transferred to the Hon. Dean A. Colvin, judge of Marshall Superior Court No. 2.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Harlan Steffen vs. Syracuse Town Board of Zoning Appeals. Plaintiff seeks reversal of a June 20, 1996, decision to deny him a variance allowing constructed buildings to remain 7.7 feet from the west property line, with the separation of 10.8 feet between buildings of Harkless Bend Condominiums. Plaintiff also seeks court cost.
• Howard and Jerry Taft and Smokey's Bait and Tackle Inc. vs. Smokey's Landing Inc., Anweiler Realty North Inc. and Robert D. Anweiler. Plaintiffs seek an order determining rights and obligation under contract.
• Citicorp Mortgage Inc. vs. Wayne T. and Carrie Gronendyke, West CR 1100N, Nap-panee. Plaintiff seeks $53,177.17 due on mortgage, and foreclosure of mortgage, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Todd and Angela Trapani and Zack Tra-pani, by his next friend, Todd Trapani vs. Kosciusko County Board of Commissioners, through its members, William E. Creighton, Maurice Beer and Avis Gunter. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damages resulting from an Aug. 7, 1994, auto accident at the intersection of CR 200N and 650E. Plaintiffs claim an overgrowth of foliage obstructed the view of a traffic marker. Plaintiffs request a trial by jury.
• Yogi Bear Membership Corp. of Kosciusko County vs. Karen J. Klaus, Crete, Ill., and Kosciusko County Board of Commissioners. Plaintiff seeks $1,096.98 in delinquent dues and assessments, plus costs incurred; $50 in attorney fees; court costs; and foreclosure of lien as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• KeyBank National Association vs. James E. Epperson, Cynthiana, and Rhonda M. Epperson, Frank Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $34,709.29 due on promissory note, plus interest; attorney fees; court costs; costs incurred; and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate satisfy judgment.
Marriage Dissolutions
Montel
Jodi and Robert Allen Montel, Kosciusko County. They were married July 2, 1988, and separated June 5, 1996. There is one minor child.
Baumgartner
Cinda S. Baumgartner, East Cherokee Road, Syracuse, and Steven E. Baumgartner, Tucker, Ga. They were married May 12, 1979, and separated Dec. 29, 1996. There are two minor children.
Wakefield
Michael and Paul Wakefield, Kosciusko County. They were married Nov. 12, 1994, and separated June 27, 1996. There is one minor child.
Adams
Sandra J. Adams, North CR 600E, Warsaw, and John Quincey Adams, South CR 500W, Warsaw. They were married July 19, 1993, and separated June 19, 1996. There is one minor child.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• National City Bank of Indiana vs. Jose Valdez. Plaintiff awarded $6,219.97 by default.
• Kristy E. and R. Paul Schmitt vs. Daniel Lee House, M.D., et al. Plaintiffs awarded $600,000 pursuant to settlement agreement.
• Midwest Collection Service awarded the judgments noted by default, plus court costs, from the following people: Scarlett R. Murray, $1,106.21; Charles A. Senders and Sheri L. Paton, $1,605.69; Earl and Judith Ritchie, $410.26; and Joyce Hamman, $527.77.
• Equity One Inc. vs. Scott Huffer and Vicky Zuniga. Plaintiff awarded $3,106.49 by default, plus court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Fred and Marcelle M. Heady vs. David D. Geiger. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
• State Farm Insurance Companies (subrogee of Amy Cohagan) vs. Vigoro Industries Inc.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Transamerica Financial vs. Roseta Belin.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Robin M. (former name Cole restored) and George E. Elliott. Father awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Mother ordered to pay $43 per week in child support. June 13.
• Lynne M. and Nicholas C. Susaraba Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $161 per week in child support. June 17.
• Paula J. and Phillip Shalley. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $50 per week in child support. June. 19.
• Suzanna Marie Fortress and James Cekala. Mother awarded custody of couple's one minor child. Father ordered to pay $175 per week in child support. June 19.
• Denise M. and Jimmy W. Coates. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $82 per week in child support. June 20.
• Thomas E. Jr. and Diana L. Hamilton. Couple awarded joint custody of their three minor children. June 20.
• Jay D. and Jennifer L. Leeka. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $77 per week in child support. June 21.
• Janette Marie and David Allen Bess. Mother awarded custody of couple's one minor child. Father ordered to pay $77 per week in child support. June 21.
• Kimberly S. and Robert Lee Brown. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $60 per week in child support. June 24.
• Dawnetta M. (former name Dockery restored) and Edward P. Melvin. June 24.
• Stephen M. Cumberland and Joyce E. (former name Paxton restored). June 25.
• Anthony W. and Jean A. Ciriello. Couple awarded joint custody of their two minor children. June 26.
• Greg Huffman and Jessica (former name Randolph restored). June 26.
• James A. and Tammy J. Bryan. June 26.
• Claydine E. and Terry J. Smith. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $140 per week in child support. June 28.
Dismissals
The following dissolution proceedings were dismissed:
• Audie and Joe Rodriquez.
• Patricia A. and Donald J. Baker.
Other Action
• Kay R. Cook's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing her to drive for employment purposes only.
• David Alan Susaraba's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only. [[In-content Ad]]
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