Times-Union Court News 08-04-1997

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:
• Brad Alan Sutter, 21, and Amy Kathleen Holler, 21, both of East CR 200N, Warsaw.
• Enrique Salinas Carvajal, 22, and Michele Maxine Sexton, 26, both of East Wooster Road, Winona Lake.
• Terence Jay Milton, 41, Fort Wayne, and Sherri Ann Ruggier, 43, North Gilliam Drive, Warsaw.
• Brett A. Garver, 37, Warsaw, and Melissa J. Proctor, 33, Anderson.
• David John Putnam, 32, and Jean M. Presley, 35, both of Winona Lake.
• Skip Alan Skinner, 36, and Lonna M. Skinner, 27, both of North CR 175E, Warsaw.
• Larry Frances Hairrell II, 27, Merrillville, and Ashlie Ann Ross, 19, North Lindberg Drive, Warsaw.
• Preston Wade Honea, 29, Fayetteville, Ark., and Danita Carol Harris, 31, Northside Drive, Warsaw.
• Charles F. Boring Jr., 33, Warsaw, and Marvina Austin, 47, West Market Street, Warsaw.
• Mathew Paul Pritchard, 25, East Northshore Drive, Syracuse, and Jennifer Lee Morris, 24, North Ward Lane, North Webster.
• Joshua Eric Garner, 23, and Abigail Jane Moore, 23, both of South Columbia Street, Warsaw.
• Jarion Todd Bayne, 24, and April Renee Sutton, 22, both of West Center Street, Warsaw.
• Timothy C. Morganthaler, 38, Ind. 13, Syracuse, and Judith A. Dillman, 56, North Hiawatha Drive, Syracuse.
• Jose Roberto Coyomani Cuazitl, 37, and Deanna Delaine Collins, 28, both of Pierceton.
• Alyn M. Pettigrew, 37, Ind. 15S, Silver Lake, and Karen Gaye Young, 28, Silver Lake.
• Caleb Earon Stephens, 21, and Dawn Ameka Ashby, 19, both of South Pleasant Street, Silver Lake.
• Matthew Dale Stinson, 19, West Market Street, Pierceton, and Amy Marie Conliff, 19, Johnson Street, Akron.

Superior Court II

The following misdemeanors and infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko Superior Court II with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following people also paid $325.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Terrence Whalen, Pierceton.
Fined $26.50 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Bryon Dawson, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in December, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Kenny Howard, Claypool.
The following people also paid $323.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Russell Breske, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in December, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Gregory White, North Webster.
Fined $100 in December, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jeff Branning, Pierceton.
The following people also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in July and license suspended 90 days was Roxana Johnson, North Webster.
Fined $25 in February and license suspended 90 days was Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident - Fined $50 in July and license suspended 180 days was Matthew Trump, Warsaw.
Driving Without A License - Fined $25 in June was Daniel Shock, Warsaw.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in June was Vickie Rohr, Warsaw.
Driving Having Never Had A License - Fined $24.50 in March was Samuel Stump, North Webster.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in July, sentenced to 10 days in jail, license suspended 90 days and ordered to perform two days of community service was Joseph Hettinger, North Webster.
Fined $50 in July, given a 10-day suspended jail sentence and ordered to perform two days of community service was Jessica Roberts, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in June and sentenced to 60 days in jail was Michael O'Connell, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June and ordered to perform two days of community service were Cory Sickfoose, South Whitley, and Christopher Long, Pierceton.
Check Deception - Fined $75 in May was William Luck, Cromwell.
Judgment (court costs only) in May on each of four cases was Nicole Searfoss, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in July were Larry Parker, Pierceton; Thomas Finlon, Warsaw; and Neal Pass, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June was Angel Mendoza, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in May, given a 10-day suspended jail sentence and ordered to serve two days community service was Robert Brandon, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in May were Benny Fitzpatrick, Warsaw, and Robert Keplinger, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in April was Gary Bradtke, Mentone.
Battery - Fined $100 in June, given an 18-day suspended jail sentence and ordered to pay a $100 domestic violence fee was Eduardo Diaz, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in December and given a 180-day suspended jail sentence was Shaun Church, Syracuse.
Criminal Mischief - Fined $100 in June and ordered to perform six days of community service was Grant Gibson, Claypool.
Fined $25 in February and sentenced to 90 days in jail was Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Criminal Conversion - Fined $50 in April was Eric Rico, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in February and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Juan Coronado, Winona Lake.
Judgment (court costs only) in December against, given a one-year suspended jail sentence and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Terri Marshall, Winona Lake.
False Reporting - Fined $25 in April was Barbara Ozment, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $25 in February was Jerry Wall, Milford.
Fined $25 in January was Robert Bruce, Warsaw.
Invasion Of Privacy - Fined $50 in February was Gregory Haynes, Silver Lake.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Fined $75 in February was Shane Floor, North Man-chester.
Fleeing Law Enforcement - Fined $25 in February and license suspended 90 days was Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Boating While Intoxicated - Fined $175 in July 1996 and sentenced to 12 days in jail was Dwayne Ray, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $123.50 in court costs:
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $25 in June was Douglas Ringler, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in May was Mary Hernandez, Warsaw.
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident - Fined $25 in May was Kathleen Dawson, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in May, sentenced to 60 days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jamie White, Pierceton.
Fined $101.50 in May was Melissa Tendzie-gloski, Warsaw.
Fined $101.50 in February was Julie Harvey, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in January and license suspended 90 days was Tranner Cripe, North Manches-ter.
The following people also paid $123 in court costs:
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in June, sentenced to 10 days in jail and ordered to perform two days of community service was Nathan Hall, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June were Jamie Clark, Warsaw; Richard Green, Syracuse; and Jamie Jones, North Webster.
Fined $25 in June and ordered to perform two days of community service were Ryan Schwalm, Syracuse; Jeremiah Williams, Pierceton; and Donald Drake, Syracuse.
Public Intoxication - Fined $100 in June was Dewey Gayheart, Mentone.
Fined $50 in June was Juan Nunez, Warsaw.
Fined $77 in April was Brenda Bagwell, Winona Lake.
Judgment (court costs only) in March against Anthony Miller, Syracuse.
Possession Of Undersize Bass - Fined $25 in May was William Etting, Syracuse.
Resisting Law Enforcement - Judgment (court costs only) in March against and sentenced to 30 days in jail was Bobby Farley, Syracuse.
Battery - Fined $250 in March and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Omero Jasso, Mentone.
Fined $50 in February and sentenced to six days in jail was Travis Paysen, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in January, given a one-year suspended jail sentence and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Charles Powers, North Webster.
Fined $500 in August and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Joseph Slone, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $50 in February was Douglas Haywood, South Whitley.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $50 in January and ordered to pay a $200 drug eradication fee was William Luck, Syracuse.
Criminal Conversion - Fined $50 in January was William Luck, Syracuse.
False Informing - Fined $25 in January was Tranner Cripe, North Manchester.
Harboring A Nonimmunized Dog - Judgment (court costs only) in October against Jerald Aker, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $50 in July was Melissa L. Albright, 32, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in July were John D. Veenstra, 23, Milford; Christina J. Stork, 16, Winona Lake; and Brenda C. Mullins, 46, Pierceton.
Fined $27 in June was Deena L. Wilson, 44, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in July were David L. Meyer, 17, Warsaw; Rachel A. Tenney, 20, Pierceton; Brett A. Clossin, 33, Pierceton; Ken M. Collins, 40, Warsaw; Earl L. Kiser, 54, North Webster; Jerry L. Denton, 54, Pierceton; Yong H. Harbes, 47, Milford; and Tracey L. Anderson, 30, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in June were Lori L. Meck, 31, Warsaw; Charles W. Siwy, 47, Syracuse; Dawn M. Blanton, 30, Warsaw; Richard B. Turner, 35, Syracuse; and Troy D. Wuthrich, 19, Milford.
Fined $7 in July was Roger A. Lambright, 47, Syracuse.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in July was Randy D. Hapner, 39, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in June was Michelle R. Trammel, 29, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in July were Laura L. Greig, 38, Leesburg; Jon F. Esenwein, 16, North Webster; and Jason S. Puterbaugh, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June were Bruce C. Jane, 42, Nappanee, and Kristina K. Scranton, 36, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Control Device - Fined $7 in July were Dawn C. Wygant, 26, Syracuse, and Willard B. Brandt, 54, Warsaw.
Failure To Yield - Fined $7 in July was Christopher L. Tucker, 22, Mentone.
Failure To Stop For A Train Signal - Fined $7 in June were Hugh J. Goldsworthy, 46, Cromwell, and Geoffery C. Coburn, 24, Syracuse.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $100 in June was Allen L. Davis, 35, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
No Life Preservers When Required - Fined $75 in July were Paul D. Howard, 52, Warsaw, and Kip D. Allen, 28, Warsaw.
Expired Motorboat Registration - Fined $7 in July were Joe R. Messer, 38, North Manchester, and Gary Combs, 43, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in June were Michael T. Van, 50, North Manchester; John J. Kasamis, 50, Syracuse; and Daniel W. Drook, 40, Leesburg.
No All-Terrain Vehicle Registration - Fined $7 in July was Brad J. Thomas, 28, Bourbon.
Failure To Display Watercraft Registration - Fined $7 in July was Mark S. O'Brien, 37, Syracuse.
Occupants Riding On Bow - Fined $7 in June was Ronald L. Lambert, 56, Leesburg.
Littering - Fined $50 in June was Adam D. Stephens, 19, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $63.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in June were Scott A. Slone, 21, Warsaw, and Chris Slone, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in June were Linda S. Stump, 45, Pierceton, and Jamie A. Jones, 20, North Webster.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in July were Sabrina A. Waller, 17, Warsaw; Jerry E. Bickel, 34, Warsaw; and Mark D. Haney, 31, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in June were Scott L. Meadows, 27, Pierceton; Scott A. Slone, 21, Warsaw; and Jason J. Ritter, 16, Cromwell.
The following person was found not guilty of charges:
Battery - (January) Glenn Hensley, Syracuse; (November) David Rivich, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Criminal Conversion - (June) Abigail Pifer, Warsaw; (November) Charlie Allen, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - (June) Vicente Centeno, Warsaw; (February) Douglas Haywood, South Whitley.
Intimidation - (April) Ricky Ferguson, Warsaw.
Battery - (February) Michael Hale, Warsaw; Douglas Haywood, South Whitley; Thomas Kistler, Mentone; and Gregory Haynes, Silver Lake; (January) Robert Bruce, Warsaw; (August 1996) Alicia Haecker, Warsaw.
Carrying A Handgun Without Permit - (February) Jerry Wall, Milford.
Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor - (February) Shane Floor, North Manchester.
Invasion Of Privacy - (February) Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct/Noise - (February) Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Criminal Mischief - (January) Robert Bruce, Warsaw, and Timothy Pennington, Warsaw.
Possession Of Marijuana - (December) Jennifer Moran, Leesburg.

Diversions

The following person has entered into a diversion agreement through the Kos-ciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $100 user's fee and $25 in court costs. If the defendant commits no other violations during a one-year period following signing of the agreement, the charge will be dismissed.
Battery - (February) Scott Zook, Warsaw.
Deferrals

The following people have entered into deferral agreements through the Kos-ciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $50 user's fee and $25 in court costs. If the defendants commit no other violations during a five-month period following signing of the agreement, the charges will be dismissed.
Speeding - (July) Douglas A. Bailey, 17, Pierceton; (June) Timothy W.S. Rohm, 22, Warsaw.

Superior Court I
Filings

The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• First North American National Bank vs. Michael E. Stahly, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,581.18 due on account, plus court costs and interest.
• Kathy L. Pearson vs. Randy J. Pearson. Plaintiff seeks amount due on promissory note, plus costs incurred, attorney fees and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Howard and Adam Ramsey and Amanda Brookins, all of South Country Club Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,255.46 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Inland Mortgage Corp. vs. Milton R. Bain and Tiffeny A. Foreman, both of Gable Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $67,586.81 due on note, plus $2,500 in attorney fees; interest; court costs; and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.

Superior Court I
Judgments

The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• American General Financial Center vs. Bruce A. Secor. Plaintiff awarded $2,279.51 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• GE Capital Consumer Card Co., formerly known as Monogram Bank, USA, vs. Patti and John T. Boren. Plaintiff awarded $4,570.82, plus interest and court costs.
• Personal Finance Co. vs. Karen S. Sprow. Plaintiff awarded $3,738.01 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Armstrong Jewelers Inc. vs. Randall L. Neff. Plaintiff awarded $1,368.38 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First Card/FCC National Bank vs. Mark Muehlfeld. Plaintiff awarded $958.96 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• General Motors Acceptance Corp. vs. Agrifinia Hamilton. Plaintiff awarded $5,544.46 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Hagen & Hagen, P.C., vs. James Sweet. Plaintiff awarded $1,330 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Gregory A. and Tammy S. Cripe. Plaintiff awarded $2,197.17 by default, plus interest, court costs and possession of water softener.
• Credit Acceptance Corp. vs. Esmeralda and Jose Martinez. Plaintiff awarded $2,174.04 by default.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Beckman, Lawson, Sandler, Snyder & Federoff vs. Sarina Malone Gregory.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Willard W. Steiner, et al, vs. Robin A. Rager.
• Ray E. Plummer vs. city of Warsaw and Donald G. Scearce.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Farmers State Bank of Mentone vs. Richard E. Layne.
Marriage Dissolution
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Faye L. and Donald Albert Hatfield.

Circuit Court
Filings

The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• United Farm Family Insurance, as subrogee of Lucille Kittrell, vs. Jimmie Brown. Plaintiff seeks $516,185 as paid to insured claimant, Kittrell, following an Oct. 22, 1995, auto accident at CR 150W and U.S. 30 which resulted in the death of Winfred Kittrell. Plaintiff also seeks $67,881.86 in pre-judgment interest and court costs.
• Michael W. and Beth E. Cripe vs. Irvin L. Hartig, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and North Arkansas Wholesale Co. Inc. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a March 28, 1995, auto accident in the McDonald's' Restaurant parking lot near the intersection of Commerce Drive and U.S. 30, Warsaw. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury. This case was moved on a change of venue from Lake Superior Court.
• Helen R. Beerwart vs. Jerry DeTurk, East CR 350N, Warsaw; James R. Yost, Shelby, Mich.; Kosciusko County treasurer; and Kosciusko County auditor. Plaintiff seeks to quiet title to real estate in the North Crest Addition of Beaver Dam Lake; damages from Yost for breach of general warranty deed, plus attorney fees and court costs; judgment against DeTurk for trespass, plus court costs; and judgment against DeTurk for alleged conversion of personal property. Plaintiff requests a trial by jury.
• First Union National Bank vs. Richard D. and Eileen M. Crews, East Woodland Acres, Syracuse, and American General Finance Inc. Plaintiff seeks $64,690.64 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Star Bank/NA vs. Gary Balser, EMS T48 Lane, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due on account, plus interest, court costs and attorney fees.
• United Credit Union vs. Lisa L. Clemons-Jackson, West CR 500S, Mentone. Plaintiff seeks amount due on agreement, plus court costs.
• Union Federal Savings Bank of Indianapolis vs. Larry L. and Janet L. Miller, East CR 100N, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $91,000 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Linda Phillips, South Bend, vs. Camp Alexander Mac Inc., East Shady Banks Lane, Milford. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount for injuries resulting from a Feb. 9, 1997, fall on an icy sidewalk at the retreat. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• State of Indiana, on the relation of Indiana Unemployment Insurance Board, vs. Sue Brown-Dagley, EMS B13 Lane, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks recovery of $1,302 in unemployment benefits received by Brown-Dagley for which she was not eligible.
Name Change
• Linda A. Foust seeks to change her name to Linda A. Griffis.
Marriage Dissolutions
Wilson
Rebecca J. and Kenneth A. Wilson, Rosemont Avenue, Warsaw. They were married July 29, 1988, and separated July 10, 1997. There is one minor child.
Stoner
Jason Stoner, North Koher Road East, Syracuse, and Amy Stoner, North Creek Bend Lane, Milford. They were married June 17, 1995, and separated Oct. 1, 1996. There are no minor children.
Wenger
Dawn S. and Robin B. Wenger, East Woodland Acres, Syracuse. They were married Oct. 15, 1994, and separated July 24, 1997. There is one minor child.
McCorkle
Verva and Robert Allen McCorkle, Hepler Drive, Warsaw. They were married June 26, 1987, and separated July 15, 1997. There is one minor child.
McKee
Nancy Lou McKee, Kosciusko County, and Walter McKee, Warsaw. They were married May 10, 1991, and separated July 8, 1997. There are no minor children.
Harmon
Beverly A. Harmon, North Parker Street, Warsaw, and Larry E. Harmon, South County Farm Road, Warsaw. They were married July 8, 1973, and separated May 6, 1997. There are two minor children.
Pressler
Jackie Pressler, East Defreese Road, Syracuse, and Jack Pressler, Perry, Mich. They were married June 16, 1973, and separated Oct. 31, 1996. There is one minor child.

Circuit Court
Judgments

The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Douglas and Jeanette Shidler vs. Cregg and Carol Freeman. After a two-day jury trial, plaintiffs awarded $2,500. Court costs taxed to the Freemans.
• Debora A. Salyers vs. Aramark Refresh-ment Services Inc., Dr Pepper/7-Up Corp. and Select Beverage Inc. Summary judgment entered on behalf of Aramark and against Salyers.
• Midwest Collection Services awarded the judgments noted by default, plus court costs, from the following people: Donald L. and Margaret A. Courtney, $1,273.63; Robert L. Howard, $796.67; and Edward W. and Amy Marie Reed, $402.94.
• Michiana Metronet Inc. vs. Sharon Johnson. Plaintiff awarded $774.52 by default, plus court costs.
• James L. Walmer vs. Jenny Addair Hollo-way. Plaintiff awarded $132.80 by default, plus court costs.
• Ione Lusch, individually and as parent and natural guardian of her minor daughter, Joyce E. Lusch, vs. G. Cordell Trier, individually and by his parents and natural father, Grant V. Trier. Plaintiff authorized to compromise and settle claim for $45,000 for the benefit of Joyce Lusch.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Shawn A. and Carrie A. Ousley. Plaintiff awarded $2,316.20 by default, plus interest and court costs, and the Indiana Department of Motor Vehicles is directed to issue a repossession title for vehicle.
• Circle C. Enterprises Inc. vs. George and Navona Brown. Plaintiff awarded $3,099.70, plus interest.
• Randall Rush, et al, vs. Brooks Construction Co. Inc., et al. Plaintiff's motion for summary judgment as to all counts of amended complaint for injunction and declaratory judgment is denied; all defendants' motions for summary judgment are granted as to all counts; and judgment entered in favor of defendants. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
• Fidelity Financial Services vs. Danny and Bonnie Warren. Plaintiff awarded $7,163.33 by default, plus court costs.
• Associates Financial Services Co. of Indiana Inc. vs. Darrell E. and Belinda D. Carr and General Motors Acceptance Corp. Plaintiff awarded $75,799.51 by default, plus costs of collections, attorney fees, interest and foreclosure of first and second mortgages with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Phillip M. Armie. Plaintiff awarded $2,624.18, plus interest and court costs.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Larry H. Snyder. Plaintiff awarded $2,137 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Midfirst Bank vs. Robert Wayne and Tammy J. Stevens. Plaintiff awarded $43,081.14 by default, plus interest, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• City of Warsaw vs. Warsaw Service Center and Detailing.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Mutual Federal Savings Bank vs. David L. and Pamela A. Girouard and First Union Home Equity Corp. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
• Quantex Microsystems Inc. vs. Walter J. Horin.
• Ruth C. Shively, individually and as personal representative of the estate of Robert T. Shively, vs. Mary E. Raderstorf and Meridian Mutual Insurance Co.
• James Jr. and Angela Plummer vs. Swartz Brothers Construction Inc., and Swartz Brothers Construction Inc. vs. J.W. Werntz and Sons Inc., doing business as Werntz Windows, Door and Hardware Supply, and Eagle Windows & Door Inc.
• Marsha Bowman vs. Bruce G. and Ardith D. Bonham, et al. Previous order vacated and case dismissed. Court costs taxed to the Bonhams.
• Marilyn J. Douglas Jones vs. Michelle Lemberg.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• First Federal Savings Bank vs. Thomas C. Gerstner.
• Walmer Supply Inc. vs. The Butler Co. and Jody Pedersen.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Jenifer Rae and Jeffrey Leon Wilcoxson. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $113 per week in child support. July 15.
• Brian and Sara Woodward. July 15.
• Sharon (former name Poe restored) and Josh Warren. July 16.
• James L. Smith and Geraldine A. (former name Thompson restored). July 16.
• Shannun and Kevin Reed. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $162 per week in child support. July 16.
• Gregory A. and Shelly L. Miller. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $60 per week in child support. July 18.
• Sherry Lynn and Jess Edgar Combs. Mother awarded custody of couple's three children. Father ordered to pay $168.15 per week in child support. July 21.
• Earnest Alan and Laurie R. Mumford. July 21.
• Deniese K. and Tracy L. Myers. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $151 per week in child support. July 22.
• Jacqueline Sue (former name Warren restored) and Terry Allen Treesh. July 23.
• Ryan and Leslie Niccum. July 24.
• Randy K. Jr. and Darci B. Cumberland. July 28.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Terry L. and Wanda Marie Stephens.
Other Action
• C. Timothy Rutledge's request for a probationary driving permit is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only.
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Marriage Licenses

The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Brad Alan Sutter, 21, and Amy Kathleen Holler, 21, both of East CR 200N, Warsaw.
• Enrique Salinas Carvajal, 22, and Michele Maxine Sexton, 26, both of East Wooster Road, Winona Lake.
• Terence Jay Milton, 41, Fort Wayne, and Sherri Ann Ruggier, 43, North Gilliam Drive, Warsaw.
• Brett A. Garver, 37, Warsaw, and Melissa J. Proctor, 33, Anderson.
• David John Putnam, 32, and Jean M. Presley, 35, both of Winona Lake.
• Skip Alan Skinner, 36, and Lonna M. Skinner, 27, both of North CR 175E, Warsaw.
• Larry Frances Hairrell II, 27, Merrillville, and Ashlie Ann Ross, 19, North Lindberg Drive, Warsaw.
• Preston Wade Honea, 29, Fayetteville, Ark., and Danita Carol Harris, 31, Northside Drive, Warsaw.
• Charles F. Boring Jr., 33, Warsaw, and Marvina Austin, 47, West Market Street, Warsaw.
• Mathew Paul Pritchard, 25, East Northshore Drive, Syracuse, and Jennifer Lee Morris, 24, North Ward Lane, North Webster.
• Joshua Eric Garner, 23, and Abigail Jane Moore, 23, both of South Columbia Street, Warsaw.
• Jarion Todd Bayne, 24, and April Renee Sutton, 22, both of West Center Street, Warsaw.
• Timothy C. Morganthaler, 38, Ind. 13, Syracuse, and Judith A. Dillman, 56, North Hiawatha Drive, Syracuse.
• Jose Roberto Coyomani Cuazitl, 37, and Deanna Delaine Collins, 28, both of Pierceton.
• Alyn M. Pettigrew, 37, Ind. 15S, Silver Lake, and Karen Gaye Young, 28, Silver Lake.
• Caleb Earon Stephens, 21, and Dawn Ameka Ashby, 19, both of South Pleasant Street, Silver Lake.
• Matthew Dale Stinson, 19, West Market Street, Pierceton, and Amy Marie Conliff, 19, Johnson Street, Akron.

Superior Court II

The following misdemeanors and infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko Superior Court II with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following people also paid $325.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Terrence Whalen, Pierceton.
Fined $26.50 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Bryon Dawson, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in December, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Kenny Howard, Claypool.
The following people also paid $323.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Russell Breske, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in December, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Gregory White, North Webster.
Fined $100 in December, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jeff Branning, Pierceton.
The following people also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in July and license suspended 90 days was Roxana Johnson, North Webster.
Fined $25 in February and license suspended 90 days was Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident - Fined $50 in July and license suspended 180 days was Matthew Trump, Warsaw.
Driving Without A License - Fined $25 in June was Daniel Shock, Warsaw.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in June was Vickie Rohr, Warsaw.
Driving Having Never Had A License - Fined $24.50 in March was Samuel Stump, North Webster.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in July, sentenced to 10 days in jail, license suspended 90 days and ordered to perform two days of community service was Joseph Hettinger, North Webster.
Fined $50 in July, given a 10-day suspended jail sentence and ordered to perform two days of community service was Jessica Roberts, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in June and sentenced to 60 days in jail was Michael O'Connell, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June and ordered to perform two days of community service were Cory Sickfoose, South Whitley, and Christopher Long, Pierceton.
Check Deception - Fined $75 in May was William Luck, Cromwell.
Judgment (court costs only) in May on each of four cases was Nicole Searfoss, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in July were Larry Parker, Pierceton; Thomas Finlon, Warsaw; and Neal Pass, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June was Angel Mendoza, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in May, given a 10-day suspended jail sentence and ordered to serve two days community service was Robert Brandon, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in May were Benny Fitzpatrick, Warsaw, and Robert Keplinger, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in April was Gary Bradtke, Mentone.
Battery - Fined $100 in June, given an 18-day suspended jail sentence and ordered to pay a $100 domestic violence fee was Eduardo Diaz, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in December and given a 180-day suspended jail sentence was Shaun Church, Syracuse.
Criminal Mischief - Fined $100 in June and ordered to perform six days of community service was Grant Gibson, Claypool.
Fined $25 in February and sentenced to 90 days in jail was Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Criminal Conversion - Fined $50 in April was Eric Rico, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in February and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Juan Coronado, Winona Lake.
Judgment (court costs only) in December against, given a one-year suspended jail sentence and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Terri Marshall, Winona Lake.
False Reporting - Fined $25 in April was Barbara Ozment, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $25 in February was Jerry Wall, Milford.
Fined $25 in January was Robert Bruce, Warsaw.
Invasion Of Privacy - Fined $50 in February was Gregory Haynes, Silver Lake.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Fined $75 in February was Shane Floor, North Man-chester.
Fleeing Law Enforcement - Fined $25 in February and license suspended 90 days was Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Boating While Intoxicated - Fined $175 in July 1996 and sentenced to 12 days in jail was Dwayne Ray, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $123.50 in court costs:
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $25 in June was Douglas Ringler, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in May was Mary Hernandez, Warsaw.
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident - Fined $25 in May was Kathleen Dawson, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in May, sentenced to 60 days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jamie White, Pierceton.
Fined $101.50 in May was Melissa Tendzie-gloski, Warsaw.
Fined $101.50 in February was Julie Harvey, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in January and license suspended 90 days was Tranner Cripe, North Manches-ter.
The following people also paid $123 in court costs:
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in June, sentenced to 10 days in jail and ordered to perform two days of community service was Nathan Hall, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June were Jamie Clark, Warsaw; Richard Green, Syracuse; and Jamie Jones, North Webster.
Fined $25 in June and ordered to perform two days of community service were Ryan Schwalm, Syracuse; Jeremiah Williams, Pierceton; and Donald Drake, Syracuse.
Public Intoxication - Fined $100 in June was Dewey Gayheart, Mentone.
Fined $50 in June was Juan Nunez, Warsaw.
Fined $77 in April was Brenda Bagwell, Winona Lake.
Judgment (court costs only) in March against Anthony Miller, Syracuse.
Possession Of Undersize Bass - Fined $25 in May was William Etting, Syracuse.
Resisting Law Enforcement - Judgment (court costs only) in March against and sentenced to 30 days in jail was Bobby Farley, Syracuse.
Battery - Fined $250 in March and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Omero Jasso, Mentone.
Fined $50 in February and sentenced to six days in jail was Travis Paysen, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in January, given a one-year suspended jail sentence and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Charles Powers, North Webster.
Fined $500 in August and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Joseph Slone, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $50 in February was Douglas Haywood, South Whitley.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $50 in January and ordered to pay a $200 drug eradication fee was William Luck, Syracuse.
Criminal Conversion - Fined $50 in January was William Luck, Syracuse.
False Informing - Fined $25 in January was Tranner Cripe, North Manchester.
Harboring A Nonimmunized Dog - Judgment (court costs only) in October against Jerald Aker, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $50 in July was Melissa L. Albright, 32, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in July were John D. Veenstra, 23, Milford; Christina J. Stork, 16, Winona Lake; and Brenda C. Mullins, 46, Pierceton.
Fined $27 in June was Deena L. Wilson, 44, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in July were David L. Meyer, 17, Warsaw; Rachel A. Tenney, 20, Pierceton; Brett A. Clossin, 33, Pierceton; Ken M. Collins, 40, Warsaw; Earl L. Kiser, 54, North Webster; Jerry L. Denton, 54, Pierceton; Yong H. Harbes, 47, Milford; and Tracey L. Anderson, 30, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in June were Lori L. Meck, 31, Warsaw; Charles W. Siwy, 47, Syracuse; Dawn M. Blanton, 30, Warsaw; Richard B. Turner, 35, Syracuse; and Troy D. Wuthrich, 19, Milford.
Fined $7 in July was Roger A. Lambright, 47, Syracuse.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in July was Randy D. Hapner, 39, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in June was Michelle R. Trammel, 29, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in July were Laura L. Greig, 38, Leesburg; Jon F. Esenwein, 16, North Webster; and Jason S. Puterbaugh, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June were Bruce C. Jane, 42, Nappanee, and Kristina K. Scranton, 36, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Control Device - Fined $7 in July were Dawn C. Wygant, 26, Syracuse, and Willard B. Brandt, 54, Warsaw.
Failure To Yield - Fined $7 in July was Christopher L. Tucker, 22, Mentone.
Failure To Stop For A Train Signal - Fined $7 in June were Hugh J. Goldsworthy, 46, Cromwell, and Geoffery C. Coburn, 24, Syracuse.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $100 in June was Allen L. Davis, 35, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
No Life Preservers When Required - Fined $75 in July were Paul D. Howard, 52, Warsaw, and Kip D. Allen, 28, Warsaw.
Expired Motorboat Registration - Fined $7 in July were Joe R. Messer, 38, North Manchester, and Gary Combs, 43, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in June were Michael T. Van, 50, North Manchester; John J. Kasamis, 50, Syracuse; and Daniel W. Drook, 40, Leesburg.
No All-Terrain Vehicle Registration - Fined $7 in July was Brad J. Thomas, 28, Bourbon.
Failure To Display Watercraft Registration - Fined $7 in July was Mark S. O'Brien, 37, Syracuse.
Occupants Riding On Bow - Fined $7 in June was Ronald L. Lambert, 56, Leesburg.
Littering - Fined $50 in June was Adam D. Stephens, 19, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $63.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in June were Scott A. Slone, 21, Warsaw, and Chris Slone, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in June were Linda S. Stump, 45, Pierceton, and Jamie A. Jones, 20, North Webster.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in July were Sabrina A. Waller, 17, Warsaw; Jerry E. Bickel, 34, Warsaw; and Mark D. Haney, 31, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in June were Scott L. Meadows, 27, Pierceton; Scott A. Slone, 21, Warsaw; and Jason J. Ritter, 16, Cromwell.
The following person was found not guilty of charges:
Battery - (January) Glenn Hensley, Syracuse; (November) David Rivich, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Criminal Conversion - (June) Abigail Pifer, Warsaw; (November) Charlie Allen, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - (June) Vicente Centeno, Warsaw; (February) Douglas Haywood, South Whitley.
Intimidation - (April) Ricky Ferguson, Warsaw.
Battery - (February) Michael Hale, Warsaw; Douglas Haywood, South Whitley; Thomas Kistler, Mentone; and Gregory Haynes, Silver Lake; (January) Robert Bruce, Warsaw; (August 1996) Alicia Haecker, Warsaw.
Carrying A Handgun Without Permit - (February) Jerry Wall, Milford.
Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor - (February) Shane Floor, North Manchester.
Invasion Of Privacy - (February) Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct/Noise - (February) Michael Hale, Warsaw.
Criminal Mischief - (January) Robert Bruce, Warsaw, and Timothy Pennington, Warsaw.
Possession Of Marijuana - (December) Jennifer Moran, Leesburg.

Diversions

The following person has entered into a diversion agreement through the Kos-ciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $100 user's fee and $25 in court costs. If the defendant commits no other violations during a one-year period following signing of the agreement, the charge will be dismissed.
Battery - (February) Scott Zook, Warsaw.
Deferrals

The following people have entered into deferral agreements through the Kos-ciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $50 user's fee and $25 in court costs. If the defendants commit no other violations during a five-month period following signing of the agreement, the charges will be dismissed.
Speeding - (July) Douglas A. Bailey, 17, Pierceton; (June) Timothy W.S. Rohm, 22, Warsaw.

Superior Court I
Filings

The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• First North American National Bank vs. Michael E. Stahly, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,581.18 due on account, plus court costs and interest.
• Kathy L. Pearson vs. Randy J. Pearson. Plaintiff seeks amount due on promissory note, plus costs incurred, attorney fees and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Howard and Adam Ramsey and Amanda Brookins, all of South Country Club Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,255.46 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Inland Mortgage Corp. vs. Milton R. Bain and Tiffeny A. Foreman, both of Gable Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $67,586.81 due on note, plus $2,500 in attorney fees; interest; court costs; and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.

Superior Court I
Judgments

The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• American General Financial Center vs. Bruce A. Secor. Plaintiff awarded $2,279.51 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• GE Capital Consumer Card Co., formerly known as Monogram Bank, USA, vs. Patti and John T. Boren. Plaintiff awarded $4,570.82, plus interest and court costs.
• Personal Finance Co. vs. Karen S. Sprow. Plaintiff awarded $3,738.01 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Armstrong Jewelers Inc. vs. Randall L. Neff. Plaintiff awarded $1,368.38 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First Card/FCC National Bank vs. Mark Muehlfeld. Plaintiff awarded $958.96 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• General Motors Acceptance Corp. vs. Agrifinia Hamilton. Plaintiff awarded $5,544.46 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Hagen & Hagen, P.C., vs. James Sweet. Plaintiff awarded $1,330 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Gregory A. and Tammy S. Cripe. Plaintiff awarded $2,197.17 by default, plus interest, court costs and possession of water softener.
• Credit Acceptance Corp. vs. Esmeralda and Jose Martinez. Plaintiff awarded $2,174.04 by default.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Beckman, Lawson, Sandler, Snyder & Federoff vs. Sarina Malone Gregory.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Willard W. Steiner, et al, vs. Robin A. Rager.
• Ray E. Plummer vs. city of Warsaw and Donald G. Scearce.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Farmers State Bank of Mentone vs. Richard E. Layne.
Marriage Dissolution
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Faye L. and Donald Albert Hatfield.

Circuit Court
Filings

The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• United Farm Family Insurance, as subrogee of Lucille Kittrell, vs. Jimmie Brown. Plaintiff seeks $516,185 as paid to insured claimant, Kittrell, following an Oct. 22, 1995, auto accident at CR 150W and U.S. 30 which resulted in the death of Winfred Kittrell. Plaintiff also seeks $67,881.86 in pre-judgment interest and court costs.
• Michael W. and Beth E. Cripe vs. Irvin L. Hartig, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and North Arkansas Wholesale Co. Inc. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a March 28, 1995, auto accident in the McDonald's' Restaurant parking lot near the intersection of Commerce Drive and U.S. 30, Warsaw. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury. This case was moved on a change of venue from Lake Superior Court.
• Helen R. Beerwart vs. Jerry DeTurk, East CR 350N, Warsaw; James R. Yost, Shelby, Mich.; Kosciusko County treasurer; and Kosciusko County auditor. Plaintiff seeks to quiet title to real estate in the North Crest Addition of Beaver Dam Lake; damages from Yost for breach of general warranty deed, plus attorney fees and court costs; judgment against DeTurk for trespass, plus court costs; and judgment against DeTurk for alleged conversion of personal property. Plaintiff requests a trial by jury.
• First Union National Bank vs. Richard D. and Eileen M. Crews, East Woodland Acres, Syracuse, and American General Finance Inc. Plaintiff seeks $64,690.64 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Star Bank/NA vs. Gary Balser, EMS T48 Lane, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due on account, plus interest, court costs and attorney fees.
• United Credit Union vs. Lisa L. Clemons-Jackson, West CR 500S, Mentone. Plaintiff seeks amount due on agreement, plus court costs.
• Union Federal Savings Bank of Indianapolis vs. Larry L. and Janet L. Miller, East CR 100N, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $91,000 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Linda Phillips, South Bend, vs. Camp Alexander Mac Inc., East Shady Banks Lane, Milford. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount for injuries resulting from a Feb. 9, 1997, fall on an icy sidewalk at the retreat. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• State of Indiana, on the relation of Indiana Unemployment Insurance Board, vs. Sue Brown-Dagley, EMS B13 Lane, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks recovery of $1,302 in unemployment benefits received by Brown-Dagley for which she was not eligible.
Name Change
• Linda A. Foust seeks to change her name to Linda A. Griffis.
Marriage Dissolutions
Wilson
Rebecca J. and Kenneth A. Wilson, Rosemont Avenue, Warsaw. They were married July 29, 1988, and separated July 10, 1997. There is one minor child.
Stoner
Jason Stoner, North Koher Road East, Syracuse, and Amy Stoner, North Creek Bend Lane, Milford. They were married June 17, 1995, and separated Oct. 1, 1996. There are no minor children.
Wenger
Dawn S. and Robin B. Wenger, East Woodland Acres, Syracuse. They were married Oct. 15, 1994, and separated July 24, 1997. There is one minor child.
McCorkle
Verva and Robert Allen McCorkle, Hepler Drive, Warsaw. They were married June 26, 1987, and separated July 15, 1997. There is one minor child.
McKee
Nancy Lou McKee, Kosciusko County, and Walter McKee, Warsaw. They were married May 10, 1991, and separated July 8, 1997. There are no minor children.
Harmon
Beverly A. Harmon, North Parker Street, Warsaw, and Larry E. Harmon, South County Farm Road, Warsaw. They were married July 8, 1973, and separated May 6, 1997. There are two minor children.
Pressler
Jackie Pressler, East Defreese Road, Syracuse, and Jack Pressler, Perry, Mich. They were married June 16, 1973, and separated Oct. 31, 1996. There is one minor child.

Circuit Court
Judgments

The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Douglas and Jeanette Shidler vs. Cregg and Carol Freeman. After a two-day jury trial, plaintiffs awarded $2,500. Court costs taxed to the Freemans.
• Debora A. Salyers vs. Aramark Refresh-ment Services Inc., Dr Pepper/7-Up Corp. and Select Beverage Inc. Summary judgment entered on behalf of Aramark and against Salyers.
• Midwest Collection Services awarded the judgments noted by default, plus court costs, from the following people: Donald L. and Margaret A. Courtney, $1,273.63; Robert L. Howard, $796.67; and Edward W. and Amy Marie Reed, $402.94.
• Michiana Metronet Inc. vs. Sharon Johnson. Plaintiff awarded $774.52 by default, plus court costs.
• James L. Walmer vs. Jenny Addair Hollo-way. Plaintiff awarded $132.80 by default, plus court costs.
• Ione Lusch, individually and as parent and natural guardian of her minor daughter, Joyce E. Lusch, vs. G. Cordell Trier, individually and by his parents and natural father, Grant V. Trier. Plaintiff authorized to compromise and settle claim for $45,000 for the benefit of Joyce Lusch.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Shawn A. and Carrie A. Ousley. Plaintiff awarded $2,316.20 by default, plus interest and court costs, and the Indiana Department of Motor Vehicles is directed to issue a repossession title for vehicle.
• Circle C. Enterprises Inc. vs. George and Navona Brown. Plaintiff awarded $3,099.70, plus interest.
• Randall Rush, et al, vs. Brooks Construction Co. Inc., et al. Plaintiff's motion for summary judgment as to all counts of amended complaint for injunction and declaratory judgment is denied; all defendants' motions for summary judgment are granted as to all counts; and judgment entered in favor of defendants. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
• Fidelity Financial Services vs. Danny and Bonnie Warren. Plaintiff awarded $7,163.33 by default, plus court costs.
• Associates Financial Services Co. of Indiana Inc. vs. Darrell E. and Belinda D. Carr and General Motors Acceptance Corp. Plaintiff awarded $75,799.51 by default, plus costs of collections, attorney fees, interest and foreclosure of first and second mortgages with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Phillip M. Armie. Plaintiff awarded $2,624.18, plus interest and court costs.
• First National Bank of Warsaw vs. Larry H. Snyder. Plaintiff awarded $2,137 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Midfirst Bank vs. Robert Wayne and Tammy J. Stevens. Plaintiff awarded $43,081.14 by default, plus interest, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• City of Warsaw vs. Warsaw Service Center and Detailing.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Mutual Federal Savings Bank vs. David L. and Pamela A. Girouard and First Union Home Equity Corp. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
• Quantex Microsystems Inc. vs. Walter J. Horin.
• Ruth C. Shively, individually and as personal representative of the estate of Robert T. Shively, vs. Mary E. Raderstorf and Meridian Mutual Insurance Co.
• James Jr. and Angela Plummer vs. Swartz Brothers Construction Inc., and Swartz Brothers Construction Inc. vs. J.W. Werntz and Sons Inc., doing business as Werntz Windows, Door and Hardware Supply, and Eagle Windows & Door Inc.
• Marsha Bowman vs. Bruce G. and Ardith D. Bonham, et al. Previous order vacated and case dismissed. Court costs taxed to the Bonhams.
• Marilyn J. Douglas Jones vs. Michelle Lemberg.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• First Federal Savings Bank vs. Thomas C. Gerstner.
• Walmer Supply Inc. vs. The Butler Co. and Jody Pedersen.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Jenifer Rae and Jeffrey Leon Wilcoxson. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $113 per week in child support. July 15.
• Brian and Sara Woodward. July 15.
• Sharon (former name Poe restored) and Josh Warren. July 16.
• James L. Smith and Geraldine A. (former name Thompson restored). July 16.
• Shannun and Kevin Reed. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $162 per week in child support. July 16.
• Gregory A. and Shelly L. Miller. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $60 per week in child support. July 18.
• Sherry Lynn and Jess Edgar Combs. Mother awarded custody of couple's three children. Father ordered to pay $168.15 per week in child support. July 21.
• Earnest Alan and Laurie R. Mumford. July 21.
• Deniese K. and Tracy L. Myers. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $151 per week in child support. July 22.
• Jacqueline Sue (former name Warren restored) and Terry Allen Treesh. July 23.
• Ryan and Leslie Niccum. July 24.
• Randy K. Jr. and Darci B. Cumberland. July 28.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Terry L. and Wanda Marie Stephens.
Other Action
• C. Timothy Rutledge's request for a probationary driving permit is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only.
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