Times-Union Court News 07-09-2002
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Efrain Avina-Andrade, 25, and Blanca M. Valencia-Alvarez, 28, both of Sunday Lane, Winona Lake.
• Ray A. Gerber, 41, East CR 1000N, Syracuse, and Melissa A. Bell, 41, North Harper Road, Leesburg.
• David Michael Hanes, 25, and Veronica Ann Smith, 19, both of West Railroad Street, Etna Green.
• Rex C. Lewallen, 37, and Lisa M. Scott, 38, both of North CR 400E, Warsaw.
• Travis Eugene Meade, 22, and Michelle Nicole Bumgardner, 21, both of West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw.
• Jeffrey Eugene Mercer Jr., 20, and Nina M. Woodruff, 18, both of North Meadow Ridge Drive, Warsaw.
• William Carl Mock, 22, South CR 1000W, Mentone, and Eve Lorraine Boggs, 22, Saner Drive, Akron.
• Larry D. Newman, 35, and Vicky Huffer, 32, both of North Main Street, Syracuse.
• Anthony Todd Vandiver, 25, and Jennifer Leah Greene, 24, both of East CR 450N, Warsaw.
• Scott Michael Whetstone, 23, South CR 1200W, Mentone, and Laurel Ann Potter, 23, West CR 600S, Mentone.
• Myles Richard Wolfe, 47, Gilbert, Ariz., and Darnell Ruth Moran, 35, West Boydston Drive, Warsaw.
• Aaron D. Wyatt, 52, and Sophany Tes Um, 24, both of South CR 400W, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Lake City Bank, by assignment of Mike Anderson, CPO, v. David R. and Brenda Thomas, West CR 250S, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $7,046.11 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Midwest American Federal Credit Union v. Michael Chalk, Prairie Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due on lease agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• American Acceptance, as assignee of Providian, v. Randy Troup, North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $857.29 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals v. Dennis and Lee Ann Paternoster, East Constitution Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks that the Paternosters cease utilizing real estate on South Huntington Street, Syracuse, in violation of Kosciusko County Zoning Ordinance, plus court costs and assessment of penalties until compliance is made.
• City of Warsaw v. Larry and Rhonda Patrick, East Market Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $236.41 due for unpaid sewage fees, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• CreditMax Inc. v. Ruby S. and Timothy S. Schoettmer, North Glant Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,669.25 due on contract.
Marriage Dissolutions
Coplin
Debra Ann Coplin, South Bend, and Alan Coplin, North Miami Lane, Cromwell. They were married March 19, 2001, and separated May 28, 2002. There are no minor child.
Fitzgerald
Anthony James Fitzgerald, West Lovetts Lane, Warsaw, and Sharon Ann Fitzgerald, Bremen. They were married July 18, 1999, and separated April 1, 2001. There are two minor children.
Huffman
Robert K. and Sue A. Huffman, West Hoffman Lake Road, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 7, 1966, and separated June 21, 2002. 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
• Ford Motor Credit Co. v. Cheryl L. and Kevin W. Craig. Plaintiff awarded $3,730.05 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Service Corp., as assignee of Menards, v. Randall C. Hollon. Plaintiff awarded $4,695.07 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. v. Larry J. Patrick and Misty M. Jackson. Plaintiff awarded $7,052.82 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Nancy C. and Jose F. Olivares v. Jean A. Koher, et al. This case is dismissed as to Meridian Mutual Insurance Co. only.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• State of Indiana Department of Revenue v. Ronald E. and Jacqueline Neeley.
Other Action
• Donald K. Sterling and DKS Transport Inc. v. Transam Trucking Inc. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler presiding.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Erin E. Hager, Ideal Beach Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $101,428.90 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.
• Deborah A. Carper v. Da-Lite Screen Co. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for alleged wrongful termination. Plaintiff also seeks punitive damages and court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Chase Manhattan Bank v. Jack and Debra L. Blacksten, Biblers Avenue, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $26,366.51 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.
• Michael and Sandra Vandenbossche v. John S. Hill, Joliet, Ill., and Hickory Leasing Inc. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount for injuries and damage resulting from an Aug. 4, 2000, auto accident at the intersection of CR 150W and U.S. 30. Plaintiffs also seek punitive damages and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• U.S. National Association, formerly known as First Bank National, v. Charles Rush, North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse, and NCO Financial Systems Inc. Plaintiff seeks $50,847.12 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.
Marriage Dissolutions
Bolinger
Lisa Bolinger, North Meadow Ridge Drive, Warsaw, and Andrew Bolinger Sr., Warsaw. They were married Jan. 17, 1998, and separated June 1, 2002. There are three minor children.
Brito
John R. Brito, Kosciusko County, and Sandra A. Brito, North Lake Street, Syracuse. They were married May 25, 1990, and separated June 28, 2002. There are no minor children.
Purvis
Greta and Charles Purvis, North CR 850E, North Webster. They were married Oct. 14, 1999, and separated Aug. 17, 2001. There are no minor children.
Schumaker
Christie Schumaker, North Orchard Drive, Warsaw, and Jeffrey Schumaker, EMS C18 Lane, Warsaw. They were married March 31, 2001, and separated May 2, 2002. There are no minor children.
Smith
Wesley E. Smith, East Mark Trail, Warsaw, and Susan K. Smith, Hadley, N.Y. They were married Dec. 3, 1994, and separated Dec. 21, 2001. There are no minor children.
Yoder
Heather A. Yoder, West Catherine Street, Warsaw, and Orie S. Yoder, Goshen. They were married April 13, 2001, and separated in August 2001. There is one minor child.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• LaSalle Bank/NA v. Michael D. and Deborah J. Smith, et al. Plaintiff awarded $81,479.81 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.
• Morequity Inc. v. Enrique Marquez, also known as Enrique Borders and as Marquez Borders; Sharon Borders; and Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA. Plaintiff awarded $61,663.48 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 without prejudice:
• Beckman Lawson, LLP, v. Chris D. Cotton.
• Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., formerly known as Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA, v. Ralph B. Rigby, Ray V. Reffitt, American General Financial Services Inc. and Ralph B. Rigley.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Cathleen (former name McDonald restored) and Jay Krauter. June 27.
• Lori Bolesky-Jones and Bobby Gene Jones. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $210 per week in child support. June 28.
• Martha J. and Richard L. Jones. June 28.
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 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.
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.
• Darrin Fenstermacher and Cassandra Fenstermacher, also known as Cassandra Brown, 812 Cherry Tree Lane, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $28,600. Debts: $33,146.
• Michael and Dara Gilbert, 6477 W. CR 600N, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $116,420. Debts: $233,702.
• Scott and Lisa Stewart, 557 N. Main St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $95,272. Debts: $109,415.
• Phyllis Young, 1053 N. CR 150E, Milford. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,095. Debts: $19,359. [[In-content Ad]]
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Efrain Avina-Andrade, 25, and Blanca M. Valencia-Alvarez, 28, both of Sunday Lane, Winona Lake.
• Ray A. Gerber, 41, East CR 1000N, Syracuse, and Melissa A. Bell, 41, North Harper Road, Leesburg.
• David Michael Hanes, 25, and Veronica Ann Smith, 19, both of West Railroad Street, Etna Green.
• Rex C. Lewallen, 37, and Lisa M. Scott, 38, both of North CR 400E, Warsaw.
• Travis Eugene Meade, 22, and Michelle Nicole Bumgardner, 21, both of West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw.
• Jeffrey Eugene Mercer Jr., 20, and Nina M. Woodruff, 18, both of North Meadow Ridge Drive, Warsaw.
• William Carl Mock, 22, South CR 1000W, Mentone, and Eve Lorraine Boggs, 22, Saner Drive, Akron.
• Larry D. Newman, 35, and Vicky Huffer, 32, both of North Main Street, Syracuse.
• Anthony Todd Vandiver, 25, and Jennifer Leah Greene, 24, both of East CR 450N, Warsaw.
• Scott Michael Whetstone, 23, South CR 1200W, Mentone, and Laurel Ann Potter, 23, West CR 600S, Mentone.
• Myles Richard Wolfe, 47, Gilbert, Ariz., and Darnell Ruth Moran, 35, West Boydston Drive, Warsaw.
• Aaron D. Wyatt, 52, and Sophany Tes Um, 24, both of South CR 400W, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Lake City Bank, by assignment of Mike Anderson, CPO, v. David R. and Brenda Thomas, West CR 250S, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $7,046.11 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Midwest American Federal Credit Union v. Michael Chalk, Prairie Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due on lease agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• American Acceptance, as assignee of Providian, v. Randy Troup, North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $857.29 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals v. Dennis and Lee Ann Paternoster, East Constitution Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks that the Paternosters cease utilizing real estate on South Huntington Street, Syracuse, in violation of Kosciusko County Zoning Ordinance, plus court costs and assessment of penalties until compliance is made.
• City of Warsaw v. Larry and Rhonda Patrick, East Market Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $236.41 due for unpaid sewage fees, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• CreditMax Inc. v. Ruby S. and Timothy S. Schoettmer, North Glant Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,669.25 due on contract.
Marriage Dissolutions
Coplin
Debra Ann Coplin, South Bend, and Alan Coplin, North Miami Lane, Cromwell. They were married March 19, 2001, and separated May 28, 2002. There are no minor child.
Fitzgerald
Anthony James Fitzgerald, West Lovetts Lane, Warsaw, and Sharon Ann Fitzgerald, Bremen. They were married July 18, 1999, and separated April 1, 2001. There are two minor children.
Huffman
Robert K. and Sue A. Huffman, West Hoffman Lake Road, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 7, 1966, and separated June 21, 2002. 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
• Ford Motor Credit Co. v. Cheryl L. and Kevin W. Craig. Plaintiff awarded $3,730.05 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Service Corp., as assignee of Menards, v. Randall C. Hollon. Plaintiff awarded $4,695.07 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. v. Larry J. Patrick and Misty M. Jackson. Plaintiff awarded $7,052.82 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Nancy C. and Jose F. Olivares v. Jean A. Koher, et al. This case is dismissed as to Meridian Mutual Insurance Co. only.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• State of Indiana Department of Revenue v. Ronald E. and Jacqueline Neeley.
Other Action
• Donald K. Sterling and DKS Transport Inc. v. Transam Trucking Inc. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler presiding.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Erin E. Hager, Ideal Beach Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $101,428.90 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.
• Deborah A. Carper v. Da-Lite Screen Co. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for alleged wrongful termination. Plaintiff also seeks punitive damages and court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Chase Manhattan Bank v. Jack and Debra L. Blacksten, Biblers Avenue, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $26,366.51 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.
• Michael and Sandra Vandenbossche v. John S. Hill, Joliet, Ill., and Hickory Leasing Inc. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount for injuries and damage resulting from an Aug. 4, 2000, auto accident at the intersection of CR 150W and U.S. 30. Plaintiffs also seek punitive damages and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• U.S. National Association, formerly known as First Bank National, v. Charles Rush, North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse, and NCO Financial Systems Inc. Plaintiff seeks $50,847.12 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.
Marriage Dissolutions
Bolinger
Lisa Bolinger, North Meadow Ridge Drive, Warsaw, and Andrew Bolinger Sr., Warsaw. They were married Jan. 17, 1998, and separated June 1, 2002. There are three minor children.
Brito
John R. Brito, Kosciusko County, and Sandra A. Brito, North Lake Street, Syracuse. They were married May 25, 1990, and separated June 28, 2002. There are no minor children.
Purvis
Greta and Charles Purvis, North CR 850E, North Webster. They were married Oct. 14, 1999, and separated Aug. 17, 2001. There are no minor children.
Schumaker
Christie Schumaker, North Orchard Drive, Warsaw, and Jeffrey Schumaker, EMS C18 Lane, Warsaw. They were married March 31, 2001, and separated May 2, 2002. There are no minor children.
Smith
Wesley E. Smith, East Mark Trail, Warsaw, and Susan K. Smith, Hadley, N.Y. They were married Dec. 3, 1994, and separated Dec. 21, 2001. There are no minor children.
Yoder
Heather A. Yoder, West Catherine Street, Warsaw, and Orie S. Yoder, Goshen. They were married April 13, 2001, and separated in August 2001. There is one minor child.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• LaSalle Bank/NA v. Michael D. and Deborah J. Smith, et al. Plaintiff awarded $81,479.81 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.
• Morequity Inc. v. Enrique Marquez, also known as Enrique Borders and as Marquez Borders; Sharon Borders; and Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA. Plaintiff awarded $61,663.48 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 without prejudice:
• Beckman Lawson, LLP, v. Chris D. Cotton.
• Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., formerly known as Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA, v. Ralph B. Rigby, Ray V. Reffitt, American General Financial Services Inc. and Ralph B. Rigley.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Cathleen (former name McDonald restored) and Jay Krauter. June 27.
• Lori Bolesky-Jones and Bobby Gene Jones. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $210 per week in child support. June 28.
• Martha J. and Richard L. Jones. June 28.
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 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.
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.
• Darrin Fenstermacher and Cassandra Fenstermacher, also known as Cassandra Brown, 812 Cherry Tree Lane, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $28,600. Debts: $33,146.
• Michael and Dara Gilbert, 6477 W. CR 600N, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $116,420. Debts: $233,702.
• Scott and Lisa Stewart, 557 N. Main St., Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $95,272. Debts: $109,415.
• Phyllis Young, 1053 N. CR 150E, Milford. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,095. Debts: $19,359. [[In-content Ad]]
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