Times-Union Court News 08-10-1999

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:
• Joseph E. Roberts Jr., 36, and Kathy L. Booher, 34, both of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• Gary Lee Downs, 46, South Pierceton Avenue, Silver Lake, and Judith Marie Conover, 43, Kech Street, North Manchester.
• Joseph Patrick Stanley, 27, and Stacey Renee Dixon, 23, both of East Pine Drive, Warsaw.
• Bryan Mark Brady, 20, Mesa, Ariz., and Jacqueline Rene Shipman, 20, East Center Street, Warsaw.
• David Allen Kirkpatrick, 28, East Raintree Road, Warsaw, and Amy Beth Woods, 26, Country Club Lane, Warsaw.
• Craig William Worl, 27, and Loria Lee Gottschalk, 27, both of Crystal Flash Road, North Webster.
• Garry D. Oliver, 45, and Kristina S. Sherman, 37, both of North CR 850E, Pierceton.
• Christopher Frederick Helfrich, 29, and Nicole Lee Wise, 26, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Gregory Thomas Gohring, 26, and Tricia Lorraine Allen, 28, both of East CR 200N, Warsaw.
• James Ranson Coons, 27, and Brandy Renee Levernier, 22, both of EMS D18C Lane, Syracuse.
• Mark K. Kissell, 38, EMS T36 Lane, Leesburg, and Cara J. Smalley, 37, South Don Way, Claypool.
• Shawn Dale Castillo, 25, and Rebecca Jane Johnson, 23, both of Logan Street, Warsaw.
• Jason Ray Allison, 19, Warren Avenue, Silver Lake, and Debra Lynn Wenger, 22, North Second Street, Leesburg.

Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• On The Scene Printing vs. Weber & Tomland. Plaintiff awarded $838.80.
• Brouwer's Country Carpet vs. Rowena Womack. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Wawasee Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: David L. and Ellen Bjella, $174; Terry and Eva Bowser, $382.46; Suzanne Bragg, $218.03; Bob and Rebecca Farley, $305.40; Robert E. and Leahann Forney, $136.70; Earl and Karen Gardner, $234.65; David Gerth, $107.40; Nathan and April Golden, $94.55.
• Doc Miller's Fish & Seafood awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Azteca Orellio Cervantes, $1,100.35, and South Shore Country Club, $1,500.
• Ace Hardware of Warsaw awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Howard Newcomer, $114.26, and Neva Griffith, $306.52.
• Martin Financial Management vs. Tammy J. and Richard Nelson. Plaintiff awarded $492.88.
• Jeanenne Boyer vs. James Conley. Plaintiff awarded $600.
• Gordon McMillan vs. Cheryl Shook. Plaintiff awarded $365.
• Russell Dean Breske and Rhonda Kistler vs. Ell Arnett. Plaintiff awarded $800.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters vs. Steve Miller. Plaintiff awarded $163.60.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: William E. Hunt, $1,658.74; Robert Ditton, $658.62; and Kevin M. and Laura L.Hunter, $2,336.64.

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 $24.50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Mark Brumblow, Leesburg.
Fined $100 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Ramon DeLaCruz, Pierceton.
Fined $24.50 in February, sentenced to 12 days in jail and license suspended one year was Diane King, Winona Lake.
Fined $50 in January, license suspended 90 days and sentenced to six days in jail was John Rodriguez, Pierceton.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in July and ordered to perform two days of community service was Jonathan Lloyd, Winona Lake.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in June and driving privileges suspended 90 days was Samantha Adkins, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June and ordered to perform two days of community service were Tyrel Patrick, Silver Lake, and Brandon Munson, Milford.
Battery - Fined $50 in July was Edward Cochran, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in June was Dean Alto, Claypool.
Fined $50 in June and ordered to perform two days of community service was Tarzan Prater, Warsaw.
Fined $125 in October and ordered to perform four days of community service was Mitchell Foltz, Milford.
Criminal Mischief - Fined $25 in February was Jesse Maze, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in July were Ron K. Walker, 55, Warsaw; David D. Boggs, 29, Pierceton; Christopher A. Hill, 20, Silver Lake; Robert S. Kesler, 18, Warsaw; Matthew J. Linville, 19, Syracuse; Rolland W. Crowel, 52, Warsaw; and Judith A. Haynes, 41, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in April was David M. Spencer, 44, Rochester.
Fined $27 in November was Matthew W. Trump, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in September was Jeremy R. Embry, 26, Leesburg.
Fined $27 in August 1998 was Korey B. Green, 21, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in September was Sean E. Shumaker, 24, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in July were Brent J. Hines, 49, Warsaw; Richard S. West, 31, North Manchester; Regina Blackburn, 29, Warsaw; and Lori A. Miller, 25, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in June were Mickey C. O'Neil, 38, Warsaw; and Armando J. Garza, 20, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in November was Michael C. Bryant, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October was Michael C. Bryant, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July were Monica J. Lamb, 20, Leesburg, and Shawn Hacker, 25, Cromwell.
Fined $7 in May were Annie L. Stackhouse, 17, Warsaw, and Rebecca A. Barton, 29, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in September were Juan A. Garcia, 18, Pierceton, and Jessie G. Ousley, 22, Mentone.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in July were Keith L. Enyeart, 58, North Webster, and Michael L. Tilden, 46, Akron.
Fined $7 in June was Eric W. Hoskin, 24, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in September was Christopher M. Clark, 22, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in July was Regina Blackburn, 29, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in July was Joshua L. Perry, 29, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June was Isabel Cielo, 21, Pierceton.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in July was Terry N. Perkins, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in March was Alexis C. Christian, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in November was Shawn S. Smith, 27, Warsaw.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in June was Mary L. Francis, 38, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in October was Leslie E. Jackson, 29, Syracuse.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in September was Jessie G. Ousley, 22, Mentone.
The following person also paid $75 in court costs:
Occupants Riding On Bow - Fined $7 in July was Ron E. Weaver, 42, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in July were Gary W. Hettinger, 20, Warsaw, and Jason G. Helton, 22, Silver Lake.
Fined $20 in April was Christy A. Terhaar, 17, Winona Lake.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (July) Shantil Drake, Syracuse; (June) Thomas Kelley, Nappanee (five counts); (August 1998) Thomas Kelley, Nappanee.
Expired Interim Plate - (June) Nicole Iwankowitsch, Warsaw.
Criminal Mischief - (May) Jason Waddle, Warsaw.
Intimidation - (November) Christopher Overmyer, Etna Green.
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident - (August 1998) Michael Ognnelli, Warsaw.

Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Thomas E. Jones vs. Gary B. Anderson, North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $7,500 as repurchase of interest in GT Capital Inc. and $2,812.50 due on agreement, plus interest and court costs.
• William Puckett vs. Fairmont Homes, South Oakland Street, Nappanee. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount for alleged wrongful termination, plus punitive damages. Plaintiff requests a trial by jury.
• Tranex Credit Corp. vs. Melissa Ann Long, West CR 250S, Warsaw, and Jamie A. Long, East Division Street, Akron. Plaintiff seeks $9,095.24 due on agreement, plus interest, costs incurred, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Rabb Water Systems Inc. vs. Jeff Gurd, North CR 650E, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $989.06 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and possession of water cooler.
• Gene T. and Nadine K. Lubera vs. Dale H. and Darlene K. Skinner, Baythorne Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek $26,070.59 for breach of agreement, plus other damages caused by the defendants.
• First Step Finance Inc. vs. Justin Ulrey, Packerton Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,828.51 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Professional Account Services vs. Charles A. and Roxanne K. Burgess, East Chicago Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $21,906.06 due on assigned account, plus interest and court costs.
• Joseph Widman Marital Trust vs. Kellie Coffelt, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $4,659.03 due on promissory note, plus interest, court costs and possession of vehicle.
Marriage Dissolutions
Busselberg
Chris and Ken Busselberg, Glad Street, Warsaw. They were married June 9, 1990, and separated Aug. 2, 1999. There are two minor children.
Kerlin
Dawn Annette Kerlin, Kosciusko County, and Kelly Kerlin, Ind. 25S, Warsaw. They were married May 10, 1991, and separated July 29, 1999. There are two minor children.
Tuggle
Gilliam G. Tuggle, Frankfort, and Sandra F. Tuggle, West CR 600S, Claypool. They were married Nov. 11, 1994, and separated July 5, 1999. 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
• Walmer Supply Inc. vs. Mike's Heating & Cooling, et al. Plaintiff awarded $22,735.62 by default, plus interest, court costs and attorney fees.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of Christian Oliver) vs. Ruby Bailey. Plaintiff awarded $4,902.75, plus interest and court costs.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., formerly known as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. Charles and Roxanne K. Burgess. Plaintiff awarded $9,446.46 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Westfield Acceptance Corp. vs. Tina McNeal. Plaintiff awarded $927.51 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Tranex Credit Corp. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Charles W. Roberts, $6,944.10, and Christina Lynn Conwell, $8,470.79.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. Michael L. and Sherlene K. Clevenger. Defendants ordered to cease and desist storage of any unlicensed schoolbuses on real estate on EMS B7 Lane, Leesburg. Plaintiff awarded $1,500 for violation of zoning ordinance, plus court costs.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. vs. Winona Quick Mart Inc. Plaintiff awarded $48,869.75, plus interest.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Victor F. and Kimberly A. Parrett vs. Alan J. and Jerri Ann Kirk, et al.
• Lynn C. Stalter vs. Crown Consulting Firm Inc. and Dennis P. and Leigh S. Crane. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• National City Bank/Indiana, as successor by merger of First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Tina D. Zolman.
• David C. and Joanne M. Kolbe vs. Charles Fennell.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Diana (former name Rager restored) and Lewis Goodwin. July 28.
• William Stephen Vrabel and Joanne Bea (former name Star restored). July 30.
• Brian and Carma Duke. Aug. 3.
• Alicja Ann (former name Wikalinska restored) and Marek Arthur Jarski. Custody of couple's minor child and child support to be decided at a later date. Aug. 4.

Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Nappanee Conservation Club Inc. vs. John R., Teresa R., Justin and Trentin Elliott, CR 50, Nappanee; Terry and Cheryl K. Beach, Meadows Trailer Park, Nappanee; Jeri Beth and Ryan Hudson, Northside Manor, Nappanee. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for damage resulting from an Aug. 7, 1997, incident in which the structures and lights were repeatedly shot by Justin and Trentin Elliott and Ryan Hudson, while all were juveniles. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (as subrogee of Ron E. Cotton) vs. Anthony Blake, Maple Lane, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $583.61 as paid to insured claimant, Cotton, after a Jan. 9, 1999, auto accident at Madison School, North Union Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Kellie Coffelt vs. Q-Lube, Muncie. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for loss from alleged negligence, plus punitive damages, attorney fees and court costs.
• National City Bank/Indiana, as successor by merger of First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Jeff L. and James L. Mettler, West CR 700S, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $3,776.70 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of Joseph and Michele Geraghty) vs. Jason Swick, South CR 600W, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $53,019.54 for damage resulting from an Aug. 2, 1997, auto accident near the intersection of Ind. 13 and CR 400N, Kosciusko County. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Lixia and Xiong Wu and Ping Huang vs. Gayle Cart, Ind. 5N, Pierceton. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Dec. 30, 1997, auto accident near the intersection of Old Road 30 and CR 600E, Kosciusko County. Plaintiff also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Melissa Lindley vs. The Kroger Co., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount for injuries and damage resulting from allegedly negligence in manufacturing and distributing defective marshmallows. Lindley purchased to bag of marshmallows at the Warsaw store on Feb. 20, 1999, and broke off two teeth when she bit into one and struck a hard substance in the middle of it. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• James Gilbert Harrison, doing business and Harrison & Son Plumbing & Heating, vs. Donald and Ann Weisehan, South CR 1000W, Mentone. Plaintiff seeks foreclosure of mechanic's lien as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Courtney Schapson vs. Nancy Brown, South Woodland Trail, Warsaw, and United Farm Family Mutual Insurance, Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Aug. 8, 1997, auto accident on DePuy Road in Kosciusko County. Plaintiff also seeks interest, court costs and applicable payments for underinsured motorist limits available.
Marriage Dissolutions
Barton
Donald R. Barton, North CR 25W, Warsaw, and Rebecca A. Barton, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 2, 1986, and separated in July 1999. There are two minor children.
Bays
Roger Dale Bays, East CR 1300N, Syracuse, and Teresa Ann Bays, East Trusdell Avenue, Syracuse. They were married July 4, 1997, and separated May 4, 1999. There are no minor children.
Bousman
Jennie Bousman, East Clark Street, Warsaw, and Michael Bousman, Bassett, Va. They were married Feb. 6, 1996, and separated Nov. 27, 1998. There are no minor children.
Bromley
Wanda L. Bromley, South Bunting Lane, Warsaw, and William Joe Bromley, address unknown. They were married Feb. 12, 1998, and separated April 1 of a year not given. There are no minor children.
Griffey
Rebecca A. Griffey, Leesburg, and Tracy Glen Griffey, EMS B1 Lane, Leesburg. They were married March 14, 1998, and separated July 18, 1999. There is one minor child.
Kratz
Paula L. Thames-Kratz, East Wooster Road, Pierceton, and Robert W. Kratz II, address unknown. They were married April 18, 1997, and separated July 29, 1999. There are no minor children.
Nunez
Stacey Nunez, Warsaw, and Gabriel Nunez, North Main Street, Nappanee. They were married Nov. 17, 1995, and separated Jan. 9, 1998. There is one minor child.
Wood
Terry C. Wood, Julian Drive, Warsaw, and Robyn J. Wood, East Baker Street, Warsaw. They were married April 29, 1988, and separated June 30, 1999. There are three minor children.
Zarse
Penny S. Zarse, East Greenhaus Drive, Syracuse, and Delford D. Zarse, North Skyline Drive, Syracuse. They were married Feb. 6, 1988, and separated July 10, 1999. There is one minor child.
Legal Separation
Eastis
Colleen R. Eastis, North Shagbark Drive, Warsaw, and David A. Eastis, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 8, 1982, and separated April 20, 1999. There are two minor children.

Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Stephen D. and Sherry A. Swinehart. Plaintiff awarded $5,331.58 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Homeside Lending Inc. vs. Juan and Axa N. Carvajal and Star Financial Bank. Plaintiff awarded $76,569.04 by default, plus interest, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Traverse Mortgage Corp. vs. Daniel R. and Cathi L. Kerr. Plaintiff awarded $56,780.45 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.
• NBD Bank, now known as Banc One Financial Services, vs. Brandon and Missy Prater. Plaintiff awarded $11,941.05 by default, plus court costs.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Jason Stephenson. Plaintiff awarded $4,205.46, plus court costs and interest.
• Compass Receivables Management Corp., formerly known as Midwest Collection Services Inc., vs Charles and Katie Roberts. Plaintiff awarded $5,381.61, plus court costs.
• Homeside Lending Inc. vs. Robert G. Hamilton, et al. Plaintiff awarded $64,721.54 by default, plus interest, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Mortgage Portfolio Services Inc. vs. Phillip A. Danner, et al. Plaintiff awarded $136,060.58 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.
Name Change
• A request to change the name of Cayla Sue Partin to Cayla Sue Coy is granted.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Christopher Kozon vs. Brian D. Glaser. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
• Leonard L. Perry vs. town of Claypool and Danny Warner.
• David A. Sr. and Charlene K. Sawesky vs. Jason D. Clawson, et al. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp., assignee of The Homestead Mortgage Co., doing business as Peoples Mortgage Co., vs. Brian E. and Tracy L. Julian.
• Union Planters Bank/NA, formerly known as Union Planters National Bank, vs. Timothy S. Wallace, et al.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Elizabeth (former name Longenecker restored) and Thomas Morrison. July 28.
• Marie Jean and Joseph Kelly Fugate. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. July 28.
• Jason M. and Pamela M. Stephenson. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $41 per week in child support. July 28.
• Vicky L. (former name Peteria restored) and Kenneth G. Shepherd. Mother awarded custody of three and father awarded custody of one of couple's four minor children. Father ordered to pay $109 per week in child support. July 28.
• Jan and Christopher DeSanto. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $58 per week in child support. July 29.
• Kimberly (former name Lindsay restored) and Frederick Scott Marcum. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $82 per week in child support. July 29.
• Jaime M. (former name Sloan restored) and Michael O. Hale. July 29.
• Kathy Ann (former name Collins restored) and Thomas Patrick Larkin. July 30.
• Erika and Benjamin Cornelius. July 30.
• Shannon R. and Bradley R. Mathis. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $50 per week in child support. Aug. 2.
• Tara L. and Uriel Chairez. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $63 per week in child support. Aug. 2.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Shanon L. and Ricky R. Richardson.
Other Action
• Kristi K. Alfano vs. Mark A.Alfano. The Hon. Richard W. Sand, senior judge, is appointed special judge to hear this matter.

Bankruptcies

The following is an explanation of bankruptcy terms:
Chapter 7: Liquidation. A court-appointed trustee liquidates the assets of an individual or firm and distributes them to creditors on a prorated basis.
Chapter 11: Business reorganization. Debtor retains possession of assets and attempts to remain in business by proposing a plan of reorganization to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings.
Chapter 13: For individuals with regular income. Often called "wage earner plan." Debtor retains assets and agrees to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
Chapter 12: The family farm bankruptcy proceeding. It is a hybrid between Chapter 13 and Chapter 11. A trustee is appointed, but the debtors remain in possession of their assets and propose to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
• Robert Beck, 7985 N. CR 300W, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $3,090. Debts: $30,480.
• James and Debra Bretzinger, P.O. Box 1021, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $9,095. Debts: $52,131.
• Jeffery and Debora Cloud, 1863 W. Olson Road, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $93,890. Debts: $94,206.
• David and Maria Hale, 9462 Ind. 19 #36, Etna Green. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,500. Debts: $128,372.
• Rhonda Henderson, also known as Rhonda Linville, 28545 CR 50, Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,010. Debts: $15,940.
• Craig and Julie Kalka, 3540 W. CR 200N, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $127,436. Debts: $15,881.
• George and Retha Ketcham, 207 N. Oak St., Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $84,736. Debts: $241,205.
• David Morgan and Rachael Morgan, also known as Rachael Weaver, 512 W.Center St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $6,127. Debts: $37,444.
• Raynee Myers, 11587 W. CR 950S, Akron. Chapter 7. Assets: $65. Debts: $50,397.
• Dewayne O'Connor, 605 Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. Chapter 13. Assets: $81,070. Debts: $130,950.
• John Ruiz, also known as Juan Ruiz, and Sandra Ruiz, also known as Sandra Foster, 947 N. Koher Road E., Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $66,003. Debts: $85,770.
• Vicki Slone, 5397 W. Finch Road, Claypool. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,230. Debts: $28,465.
• Melissa Stout, 1125 S. Jackson St., Nappanee. Chapter 13. Assets: $73,800. Debts: $98,658.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Joseph E. Roberts Jr., 36, and Kathy L. Booher, 34, both of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• Gary Lee Downs, 46, South Pierceton Avenue, Silver Lake, and Judith Marie Conover, 43, Kech Street, North Manchester.
• Joseph Patrick Stanley, 27, and Stacey Renee Dixon, 23, both of East Pine Drive, Warsaw.
• Bryan Mark Brady, 20, Mesa, Ariz., and Jacqueline Rene Shipman, 20, East Center Street, Warsaw.
• David Allen Kirkpatrick, 28, East Raintree Road, Warsaw, and Amy Beth Woods, 26, Country Club Lane, Warsaw.
• Craig William Worl, 27, and Loria Lee Gottschalk, 27, both of Crystal Flash Road, North Webster.
• Garry D. Oliver, 45, and Kristina S. Sherman, 37, both of North CR 850E, Pierceton.
• Christopher Frederick Helfrich, 29, and Nicole Lee Wise, 26, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Gregory Thomas Gohring, 26, and Tricia Lorraine Allen, 28, both of East CR 200N, Warsaw.
• James Ranson Coons, 27, and Brandy Renee Levernier, 22, both of EMS D18C Lane, Syracuse.
• Mark K. Kissell, 38, EMS T36 Lane, Leesburg, and Cara J. Smalley, 37, South Don Way, Claypool.
• Shawn Dale Castillo, 25, and Rebecca Jane Johnson, 23, both of Logan Street, Warsaw.
• Jason Ray Allison, 19, Warren Avenue, Silver Lake, and Debra Lynn Wenger, 22, North Second Street, Leesburg.

Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• On The Scene Printing vs. Weber & Tomland. Plaintiff awarded $838.80.
• Brouwer's Country Carpet vs. Rowena Womack. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Wawasee Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: David L. and Ellen Bjella, $174; Terry and Eva Bowser, $382.46; Suzanne Bragg, $218.03; Bob and Rebecca Farley, $305.40; Robert E. and Leahann Forney, $136.70; Earl and Karen Gardner, $234.65; David Gerth, $107.40; Nathan and April Golden, $94.55.
• Doc Miller's Fish & Seafood awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Azteca Orellio Cervantes, $1,100.35, and South Shore Country Club, $1,500.
• Ace Hardware of Warsaw awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Howard Newcomer, $114.26, and Neva Griffith, $306.52.
• Martin Financial Management vs. Tammy J. and Richard Nelson. Plaintiff awarded $492.88.
• Jeanenne Boyer vs. James Conley. Plaintiff awarded $600.
• Gordon McMillan vs. Cheryl Shook. Plaintiff awarded $365.
• Russell Dean Breske and Rhonda Kistler vs. Ell Arnett. Plaintiff awarded $800.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters vs. Steve Miller. Plaintiff awarded $163.60.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: William E. Hunt, $1,658.74; Robert Ditton, $658.62; and Kevin M. and Laura L.Hunter, $2,336.64.

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 $24.50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Mark Brumblow, Leesburg.
Fined $100 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Ramon DeLaCruz, Pierceton.
Fined $24.50 in February, sentenced to 12 days in jail and license suspended one year was Diane King, Winona Lake.
Fined $50 in January, license suspended 90 days and sentenced to six days in jail was John Rodriguez, Pierceton.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in July and ordered to perform two days of community service was Jonathan Lloyd, Winona Lake.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in June and driving privileges suspended 90 days was Samantha Adkins, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June and ordered to perform two days of community service were Tyrel Patrick, Silver Lake, and Brandon Munson, Milford.
Battery - Fined $50 in July was Edward Cochran, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in June was Dean Alto, Claypool.
Fined $50 in June and ordered to perform two days of community service was Tarzan Prater, Warsaw.
Fined $125 in October and ordered to perform four days of community service was Mitchell Foltz, Milford.
Criminal Mischief - Fined $25 in February was Jesse Maze, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in July were Ron K. Walker, 55, Warsaw; David D. Boggs, 29, Pierceton; Christopher A. Hill, 20, Silver Lake; Robert S. Kesler, 18, Warsaw; Matthew J. Linville, 19, Syracuse; Rolland W. Crowel, 52, Warsaw; and Judith A. Haynes, 41, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in April was David M. Spencer, 44, Rochester.
Fined $27 in November was Matthew W. Trump, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in September was Jeremy R. Embry, 26, Leesburg.
Fined $27 in August 1998 was Korey B. Green, 21, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in September was Sean E. Shumaker, 24, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in July were Brent J. Hines, 49, Warsaw; Richard S. West, 31, North Manchester; Regina Blackburn, 29, Warsaw; and Lori A. Miller, 25, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in June were Mickey C. O'Neil, 38, Warsaw; and Armando J. Garza, 20, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in November was Michael C. Bryant, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October was Michael C. Bryant, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July were Monica J. Lamb, 20, Leesburg, and Shawn Hacker, 25, Cromwell.
Fined $7 in May were Annie L. Stackhouse, 17, Warsaw, and Rebecca A. Barton, 29, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in September were Juan A. Garcia, 18, Pierceton, and Jessie G. Ousley, 22, Mentone.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in July were Keith L. Enyeart, 58, North Webster, and Michael L. Tilden, 46, Akron.
Fined $7 in June was Eric W. Hoskin, 24, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in September was Christopher M. Clark, 22, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in July was Regina Blackburn, 29, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in July was Joshua L. Perry, 29, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June was Isabel Cielo, 21, Pierceton.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in July was Terry N. Perkins, 17, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in March was Alexis C. Christian, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in November was Shawn S. Smith, 27, Warsaw.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in June was Mary L. Francis, 38, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in October was Leslie E. Jackson, 29, Syracuse.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in September was Jessie G. Ousley, 22, Mentone.
The following person also paid $75 in court costs:
Occupants Riding On Bow - Fined $7 in July was Ron E. Weaver, 42, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in July were Gary W. Hettinger, 20, Warsaw, and Jason G. Helton, 22, Silver Lake.
Fined $20 in April was Christy A. Terhaar, 17, Winona Lake.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (July) Shantil Drake, Syracuse; (June) Thomas Kelley, Nappanee (five counts); (August 1998) Thomas Kelley, Nappanee.
Expired Interim Plate - (June) Nicole Iwankowitsch, Warsaw.
Criminal Mischief - (May) Jason Waddle, Warsaw.
Intimidation - (November) Christopher Overmyer, Etna Green.
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident - (August 1998) Michael Ognnelli, Warsaw.

Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Thomas E. Jones vs. Gary B. Anderson, North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $7,500 as repurchase of interest in GT Capital Inc. and $2,812.50 due on agreement, plus interest and court costs.
• William Puckett vs. Fairmont Homes, South Oakland Street, Nappanee. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount for alleged wrongful termination, plus punitive damages. Plaintiff requests a trial by jury.
• Tranex Credit Corp. vs. Melissa Ann Long, West CR 250S, Warsaw, and Jamie A. Long, East Division Street, Akron. Plaintiff seeks $9,095.24 due on agreement, plus interest, costs incurred, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Rabb Water Systems Inc. vs. Jeff Gurd, North CR 650E, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $989.06 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and possession of water cooler.
• Gene T. and Nadine K. Lubera vs. Dale H. and Darlene K. Skinner, Baythorne Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek $26,070.59 for breach of agreement, plus other damages caused by the defendants.
• First Step Finance Inc. vs. Justin Ulrey, Packerton Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,828.51 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Professional Account Services vs. Charles A. and Roxanne K. Burgess, East Chicago Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $21,906.06 due on assigned account, plus interest and court costs.
• Joseph Widman Marital Trust vs. Kellie Coffelt, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $4,659.03 due on promissory note, plus interest, court costs and possession of vehicle.
Marriage Dissolutions
Busselberg
Chris and Ken Busselberg, Glad Street, Warsaw. They were married June 9, 1990, and separated Aug. 2, 1999. There are two minor children.
Kerlin
Dawn Annette Kerlin, Kosciusko County, and Kelly Kerlin, Ind. 25S, Warsaw. They were married May 10, 1991, and separated July 29, 1999. There are two minor children.
Tuggle
Gilliam G. Tuggle, Frankfort, and Sandra F. Tuggle, West CR 600S, Claypool. They were married Nov. 11, 1994, and separated July 5, 1999. 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
• Walmer Supply Inc. vs. Mike's Heating & Cooling, et al. Plaintiff awarded $22,735.62 by default, plus interest, court costs and attorney fees.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of Christian Oliver) vs. Ruby Bailey. Plaintiff awarded $4,902.75, plus interest and court costs.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., formerly known as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. Charles and Roxanne K. Burgess. Plaintiff awarded $9,446.46 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Westfield Acceptance Corp. vs. Tina McNeal. Plaintiff awarded $927.51 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Tranex Credit Corp. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Charles W. Roberts, $6,944.10, and Christina Lynn Conwell, $8,470.79.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. Michael L. and Sherlene K. Clevenger. Defendants ordered to cease and desist storage of any unlicensed schoolbuses on real estate on EMS B7 Lane, Leesburg. Plaintiff awarded $1,500 for violation of zoning ordinance, plus court costs.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. vs. Winona Quick Mart Inc. Plaintiff awarded $48,869.75, plus interest.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Victor F. and Kimberly A. Parrett vs. Alan J. and Jerri Ann Kirk, et al.
• Lynn C. Stalter vs. Crown Consulting Firm Inc. and Dennis P. and Leigh S. Crane. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• National City Bank/Indiana, as successor by merger of First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Tina D. Zolman.
• David C. and Joanne M. Kolbe vs. Charles Fennell.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Diana (former name Rager restored) and Lewis Goodwin. July 28.
• William Stephen Vrabel and Joanne Bea (former name Star restored). July 30.
• Brian and Carma Duke. Aug. 3.
• Alicja Ann (former name Wikalinska restored) and Marek Arthur Jarski. Custody of couple's minor child and child support to be decided at a later date. Aug. 4.

Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Nappanee Conservation Club Inc. vs. John R., Teresa R., Justin and Trentin Elliott, CR 50, Nappanee; Terry and Cheryl K. Beach, Meadows Trailer Park, Nappanee; Jeri Beth and Ryan Hudson, Northside Manor, Nappanee. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for damage resulting from an Aug. 7, 1997, incident in which the structures and lights were repeatedly shot by Justin and Trentin Elliott and Ryan Hudson, while all were juveniles. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (as subrogee of Ron E. Cotton) vs. Anthony Blake, Maple Lane, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $583.61 as paid to insured claimant, Cotton, after a Jan. 9, 1999, auto accident at Madison School, North Union Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Kellie Coffelt vs. Q-Lube, Muncie. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for loss from alleged negligence, plus punitive damages, attorney fees and court costs.
• National City Bank/Indiana, as successor by merger of First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Jeff L. and James L. Mettler, West CR 700S, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $3,776.70 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of Joseph and Michele Geraghty) vs. Jason Swick, South CR 600W, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $53,019.54 for damage resulting from an Aug. 2, 1997, auto accident near the intersection of Ind. 13 and CR 400N, Kosciusko County. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Lixia and Xiong Wu and Ping Huang vs. Gayle Cart, Ind. 5N, Pierceton. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Dec. 30, 1997, auto accident near the intersection of Old Road 30 and CR 600E, Kosciusko County. Plaintiff also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Melissa Lindley vs. The Kroger Co., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount for injuries and damage resulting from allegedly negligence in manufacturing and distributing defective marshmallows. Lindley purchased to bag of marshmallows at the Warsaw store on Feb. 20, 1999, and broke off two teeth when she bit into one and struck a hard substance in the middle of it. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• James Gilbert Harrison, doing business and Harrison & Son Plumbing & Heating, vs. Donald and Ann Weisehan, South CR 1000W, Mentone. Plaintiff seeks foreclosure of mechanic's lien as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Courtney Schapson vs. Nancy Brown, South Woodland Trail, Warsaw, and United Farm Family Mutual Insurance, Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Aug. 8, 1997, auto accident on DePuy Road in Kosciusko County. Plaintiff also seeks interest, court costs and applicable payments for underinsured motorist limits available.
Marriage Dissolutions
Barton
Donald R. Barton, North CR 25W, Warsaw, and Rebecca A. Barton, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 2, 1986, and separated in July 1999. There are two minor children.
Bays
Roger Dale Bays, East CR 1300N, Syracuse, and Teresa Ann Bays, East Trusdell Avenue, Syracuse. They were married July 4, 1997, and separated May 4, 1999. There are no minor children.
Bousman
Jennie Bousman, East Clark Street, Warsaw, and Michael Bousman, Bassett, Va. They were married Feb. 6, 1996, and separated Nov. 27, 1998. There are no minor children.
Bromley
Wanda L. Bromley, South Bunting Lane, Warsaw, and William Joe Bromley, address unknown. They were married Feb. 12, 1998, and separated April 1 of a year not given. There are no minor children.
Griffey
Rebecca A. Griffey, Leesburg, and Tracy Glen Griffey, EMS B1 Lane, Leesburg. They were married March 14, 1998, and separated July 18, 1999. There is one minor child.
Kratz
Paula L. Thames-Kratz, East Wooster Road, Pierceton, and Robert W. Kratz II, address unknown. They were married April 18, 1997, and separated July 29, 1999. There are no minor children.
Nunez
Stacey Nunez, Warsaw, and Gabriel Nunez, North Main Street, Nappanee. They were married Nov. 17, 1995, and separated Jan. 9, 1998. There is one minor child.
Wood
Terry C. Wood, Julian Drive, Warsaw, and Robyn J. Wood, East Baker Street, Warsaw. They were married April 29, 1988, and separated June 30, 1999. There are three minor children.
Zarse
Penny S. Zarse, East Greenhaus Drive, Syracuse, and Delford D. Zarse, North Skyline Drive, Syracuse. They were married Feb. 6, 1988, and separated July 10, 1999. There is one minor child.
Legal Separation
Eastis
Colleen R. Eastis, North Shagbark Drive, Warsaw, and David A. Eastis, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. They were married Aug. 8, 1982, and separated April 20, 1999. There are two minor children.

Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Stephen D. and Sherry A. Swinehart. Plaintiff awarded $5,331.58 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Homeside Lending Inc. vs. Juan and Axa N. Carvajal and Star Financial Bank. Plaintiff awarded $76,569.04 by default, plus interest, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Traverse Mortgage Corp. vs. Daniel R. and Cathi L. Kerr. Plaintiff awarded $56,780.45 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.
• NBD Bank, now known as Banc One Financial Services, vs. Brandon and Missy Prater. Plaintiff awarded $11,941.05 by default, plus court costs.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Jason Stephenson. Plaintiff awarded $4,205.46, plus court costs and interest.
• Compass Receivables Management Corp., formerly known as Midwest Collection Services Inc., vs Charles and Katie Roberts. Plaintiff awarded $5,381.61, plus court costs.
• Homeside Lending Inc. vs. Robert G. Hamilton, et al. Plaintiff awarded $64,721.54 by default, plus interest, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Mortgage Portfolio Services Inc. vs. Phillip A. Danner, et al. Plaintiff awarded $136,060.58 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.
Name Change
• A request to change the name of Cayla Sue Partin to Cayla Sue Coy is granted.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Christopher Kozon vs. Brian D. Glaser. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
• Leonard L. Perry vs. town of Claypool and Danny Warner.
• David A. Sr. and Charlene K. Sawesky vs. Jason D. Clawson, et al. Court costs taxed to plaintiffs.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp., assignee of The Homestead Mortgage Co., doing business as Peoples Mortgage Co., vs. Brian E. and Tracy L. Julian.
• Union Planters Bank/NA, formerly known as Union Planters National Bank, vs. Timothy S. Wallace, et al.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Elizabeth (former name Longenecker restored) and Thomas Morrison. July 28.
• Marie Jean and Joseph Kelly Fugate. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. July 28.
• Jason M. and Pamela M. Stephenson. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $41 per week in child support. July 28.
• Vicky L. (former name Peteria restored) and Kenneth G. Shepherd. Mother awarded custody of three and father awarded custody of one of couple's four minor children. Father ordered to pay $109 per week in child support. July 28.
• Jan and Christopher DeSanto. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $58 per week in child support. July 29.
• Kimberly (former name Lindsay restored) and Frederick Scott Marcum. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $82 per week in child support. July 29.
• Jaime M. (former name Sloan restored) and Michael O. Hale. July 29.
• Kathy Ann (former name Collins restored) and Thomas Patrick Larkin. July 30.
• Erika and Benjamin Cornelius. July 30.
• Shannon R. and Bradley R. Mathis. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $50 per week in child support. Aug. 2.
• Tara L. and Uriel Chairez. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $63 per week in child support. Aug. 2.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Shanon L. and Ricky R. Richardson.
Other Action
• Kristi K. Alfano vs. Mark A.Alfano. The Hon. Richard W. Sand, senior judge, is appointed special judge to hear this matter.

Bankruptcies

The following is an explanation of bankruptcy terms:
Chapter 7: Liquidation. A court-appointed trustee liquidates the assets of an individual or firm and distributes them to creditors on a prorated basis.
Chapter 11: Business reorganization. Debtor retains possession of assets and attempts to remain in business by proposing a plan of reorganization to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings.
Chapter 13: For individuals with regular income. Often called "wage earner plan." Debtor retains assets and agrees to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
Chapter 12: The family farm bankruptcy proceeding. It is a hybrid between Chapter 13 and Chapter 11. A trustee is appointed, but the debtors remain in possession of their assets and propose to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
• Robert Beck, 7985 N. CR 300W, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $3,090. Debts: $30,480.
• James and Debra Bretzinger, P.O. Box 1021, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $9,095. Debts: $52,131.
• Jeffery and Debora Cloud, 1863 W. Olson Road, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $93,890. Debts: $94,206.
• David and Maria Hale, 9462 Ind. 19 #36, Etna Green. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,500. Debts: $128,372.
• Rhonda Henderson, also known as Rhonda Linville, 28545 CR 50, Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,010. Debts: $15,940.
• Craig and Julie Kalka, 3540 W. CR 200N, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $127,436. Debts: $15,881.
• George and Retha Ketcham, 207 N. Oak St., Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $84,736. Debts: $241,205.
• David Morgan and Rachael Morgan, also known as Rachael Weaver, 512 W.Center St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $6,127. Debts: $37,444.
• Raynee Myers, 11587 W. CR 950S, Akron. Chapter 7. Assets: $65. Debts: $50,397.
• Dewayne O'Connor, 605 Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. Chapter 13. Assets: $81,070. Debts: $130,950.
• John Ruiz, also known as Juan Ruiz, and Sandra Ruiz, also known as Sandra Foster, 947 N. Koher Road E., Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $66,003. Debts: $85,770.
• Vicki Slone, 5397 W. Finch Road, Claypool. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,230. Debts: $28,465.
• Melissa Stout, 1125 S. Jackson St., Nappanee. Chapter 13. Assets: $73,800. Debts: $98,658.
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