Times-Union Court News 08-18-1998
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Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• North Webster Day Care awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Darrel and Carol Smith, $106, and Bobbie and Tom Axsom, $94.
• NEW Plumbing & Heating awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Brent Landis, $70.84; Edward Coburn, $194.87; Don and Melissa Eppenbaugh, $92.24; and Ray Linebaugh, $441.60.
• Monteith Tire Co. Inc. vs. Geisla Denny. Plaintiff awarded $297.64.
• Lake Tippecanoe Siding & Window Co. Inc. vs. Tim Shear. Plaintiff awarded $701.90.
• Petro Brothers Chrysler vs. Guy Miller. Plaintiff awarded $659.93.
• Lee R. and Sheree Riggen vs. Ken and Carol Weaver. Plaintiffs awarded $746.
Estates
The following estates, with an estimated value of $100,000 or more to be divided among the named beneficiaries, were filed in either Kosciusko Circuit Court:
• Isabel Clifford died Jan. 7, 1998, at the age of 87, leaving an estate valued at $297,240.34. Beneficiary: First National Bank of Warsaw, as trustee of the Isabel Clifford trust.
• Lucille Custer died Jan. 28, 1998, at the age of 85, leaving an estate valued at $130,409.26. Beneficiaries: Joe K. Custer, son, Wawaka; Jane Hoffman, daughter, Hoopeston, Ill.; and Joann Sims, daughter, Bluewater Drive, Warsaw.
• Mabel E. Norris died Jan. 25, 1998, leaving an estate valued at $770,000. Beneficiaries: Elener R. Grossman, daughter, Jonesborough, Tenn., and David L. Norris, son, Colonial Heights, Va.
• Marjorie A. Nye died April 2, 1998, at the age of 88, leaving an estate valued at $159,180. Beneficiaries: Ora Waverly Conlan, daughter, College Avenue, Winona Lake; John R. Berry, son, Buckeye, Ariz.; Sarah Jane Thompson, stepdaughter, Beech Grove; Kosciusko County Genealogical Society, Warsaw; Shelby Berry Lindstrom, granddaughter, Chandler, Ariz.; Melissa Baker Bur, granddaughter, Candiac, Quebec, Canada; and Alfred Thompson, step-grandson.
• John T. McSherry died May 18, 1997, leaving an estate valued at $147,056.11. Beneficiaries: Wanda McSherry, spouse, and Sara Kay and Rebecca Ann Powers, daughters.
• Harold W. Romoser died Feb. 18, 1998, leaving an estate valued at $314,275. Beneficiaries: Ruth E. Helmreich, daughter; Theodore E. and W. David Romoser, sons; St. Paul's Nyemoni Church; and the Rev. Nimi B. Fyneface.
• Rosa May Schafer died Feb. 21, 1998, at the age of 90, leaving an estate valued at $410,000. Beneficiaries: A.G. Schafer, son, East CR 1300N, Syracuse; Rita J. Murray, daughter, Winamac; and Rose Ann Wiley, daughter, Scipio.
• Everett Winton Thomas died Nov. 2, 1997, leaving an estate valued at $872,595. Beneficiaries: Martha E. Buckingham and Carrol Lee Sumpter, daughters, and Charles Winton Thomas, son.
• Richard Mark Flora died May 7, 1998, at the age of 71, leaving an estate valued at $135,923.96. Beneficiary: Georgia Ruth Flora, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• AT&T Universal Card Services Corp. vs. David M. Weimer, East North Shore Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due on credit card account, plus court costs.
• Wolverine Mutual Insurance Co. vs. Travis Paysen, Warsaw; Neil and Amy Harris, Maye Street, Warsaw; and Steven Maull, South Washington Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,186.21 for damage from vandalism to property of insured claimants, Fred and Edna Harris. Plaintiffs also seek treble damages, $1,000 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., doing business as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts, plus interest and court costs: Kenneth W. Biddle, EMS B28C Lane, Pierceton, $3,775.19; Jerry L. Bodkin, South Packerton Road, Winona Lake, $5,525.44; and Fred and Julia Krueger, West CR 250S, Warsaw, $3,152.47.
Marriage Dissolutions
Ousley
Cheryl L. and Scott Ousley, Ind. 13N, Pierceton. They were married April 22, 1994, and separated June 24, 1998. There are two minor children.
Kilgore
Marsha Kilgore, Fort Wayne,and James Kilgore, South Zimmer Road, Warsaw. They were married March 26, 1983, and separated June 9, 1998. 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
• Helvey & Associates Inc., doing business as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. James J. and Marsha E. Kellogg. Plaintiff awarded $10,213.93 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Triden Construction Supply Inc. vs. Victor Hagar, doing business as ATP Construction and Paramount Homes. Plaintiff awarded $7,895.14 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. vs. Danny R. and Rebecca K. Blanton. Plaintiff awarded $3,908.21 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Cotton & Cotton Insurance Inc. Plaintiff awarded $806.26, plus court costs.
• First Card/FCC National Bank vs. Geneva M. and Burnis Flannery. Plaintiff awarded $6,030.61 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Monogram Credit Card Bank of Georgia awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, from the following people: Ronnie Poe, $3,517.24, and Daryla K. Monesmith, $849.08.
• First Step Finance Inc. vs. Dennis Branton. Plaintiff awarded $8,973.92 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Sears, Roebuck & Co. vs. Chad T. Rapp. Plaintiff awarded $1,098.62, plus interest and court costs.
• Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services Inc. vs. Andrew Beck. Plaintiff awarded $1,172.08 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed:
• William E. Dau vs. William Reiland and Keith Dollahan.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Kay L. and Donald R. Sparks. July 31.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Basel and Evalee Hale seek visitation with their two minor grandchildren, who ar in the custody of their mother, Tamela Hale, Rochester. Basel and Evalee Hale are the children's paternal grandparents.
• Mohawk Factoring Inc. vs. Jack McKinley, doing business as CDI, and Jack McKinley, West CR 600N, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $17,551.44 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. James C. and Lou V. Collins, South Woodland Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an order for defendants to cease using real estate in violation of zoning ordinance by storing unlicensed vehicles on their property. Plaintiff also monetary penalties be assessed until compliance is made and court costs.
• Thomas V. Buskirk vs. John and Bonnie Fitzpatrick, Brown Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,184.06 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Contimortgage Corp. vs. Karwyn Kris and Jeanine Doub, Ind. 14W, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $97,570.24 due on promissory note, plus interest, costs incurred, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy mortgage.
Name Change
• Sheila McMillan seeks to change the name of her minor daughter, Brandi D. Adkins, to Brandi D. McMillan.
Marriage Dissolutions
Adams
Charles W. Adams Jr., Warsaw, and Angela Dale Adams, East Clark Street, Warsaw. They were married March 23, 1998, and separated June 3, 1998. There minor children.
Rodriguez
Marina Rodriguez, Indian Trail, Warsaw, and David Rodriguez, East Center Street, Warsaw. They were married April 1, 1997, and separated July 1, 1998. There is one minor child.
Schenske
Joseph A. and Violet C. Schenske, Southeast Channel Road, Warsaw. They were married Jan. 23, 1982, and separated July 31, 1998. There is one minor child.
Reynolds
Lori Marlene Reynolds, Kosciusko County, and Donald James Reynolds, Argonne Road, Warsaw. They were married March 4, 1983, and separated April 30, 1998. There are two minor children.
Campbell
Robin L. Campbell, East Crow Road, Syracuse,and Richard Campbell, Bradenton, Fla. They were married Nov. 4, 1989, and separated May 29, 1997. There are no minor children.
Leake
Kim A. and Linda K. Leake, East Pine Drive, Warsaw. They were married June 12, 1993, and separated July 31, 1998. There are no minor children.
Burrous
Shanna Lynn Burrous, South Waxwing Lane, Warsaw,and Christopher Douglas Burrous, North Maple Street, South Whitley. They were married Dec. 28, 1996, and separated July 3, 1998. There is one minor child.
May
Daniel E. May Sr., North Webster, and Ronda Lynn May, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. They were married Jan. 16, 1998, and separated July 24, 1998. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Bob Cannon vs. Kenneth Graber, doing business as Graber & Sons. Summary judgment awarded in favor of Graber.
• Norwest Mortgage Inc. vs. James E. and Tamara S. Hawkins. Plaintiff awarded $40,583.70 by default, plus court costs, and mortgage ordered foreclosed as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• The CIT Group/Consumer Finance Inc. vs. Christopher D. and Rachel F. Marks. Plaintiff awarded $47,217.01 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and mortgage ordered foreclosed as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• ContiMortgage Corp. vs. Russel and Norma J. Whetten and John and Jane Doe. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $66,653.61, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and mortgage ordered foreclosed as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp., assignee of The Homestead Mortgage Co., doing business as Peoples Mortgage Co., vs. Sean M. Givens. Plaintiff awarded $58,099.86, plus interest and court costs, and mortgage ordered foreclosed, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Name Change
• A request to change the name of Daniel Lee Pischke to Daniel Lee Schafer is granted.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Christina K. Starner Morehouse vs. Sterling Management Ltd., doing business as Glen Terrace Apartments.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Elizabeth and Terry Lee Engstrand. July 29.
• Melissa K. and Karl C. Wood. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $172 per week in child support. July 29.
• Juli and Edward Garza. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $150 per week in child support. July 31.
• Tara Ann (former name Silveus restored) and Mark Kelly Kissell. July 31.
• Frederick A. and Samantha R.Hewitt. Mother awarded custody of couple's three children. Father ordered to pay $75 per week in child support. Aug. 4.
• Andrew Joseph Himes and Amy Therese (former name Dawes restored). Aug. 4.
Dismissals
The following dissolution proceedings were dismissed:
• Patricia Ann and Fidel Villaverde Espinosa.
• Wilford and Vikki Prater.
Other Action
• John Finken's request for a restricted license is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only. [[In-content Ad]]
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• North Webster Day Care awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Darrel and Carol Smith, $106, and Bobbie and Tom Axsom, $94.
• NEW Plumbing & Heating awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Brent Landis, $70.84; Edward Coburn, $194.87; Don and Melissa Eppenbaugh, $92.24; and Ray Linebaugh, $441.60.
• Monteith Tire Co. Inc. vs. Geisla Denny. Plaintiff awarded $297.64.
• Lake Tippecanoe Siding & Window Co. Inc. vs. Tim Shear. Plaintiff awarded $701.90.
• Petro Brothers Chrysler vs. Guy Miller. Plaintiff awarded $659.93.
• Lee R. and Sheree Riggen vs. Ken and Carol Weaver. Plaintiffs awarded $746.
Estates
The following estates, with an estimated value of $100,000 or more to be divided among the named beneficiaries, were filed in either Kosciusko Circuit Court:
• Isabel Clifford died Jan. 7, 1998, at the age of 87, leaving an estate valued at $297,240.34. Beneficiary: First National Bank of Warsaw, as trustee of the Isabel Clifford trust.
• Lucille Custer died Jan. 28, 1998, at the age of 85, leaving an estate valued at $130,409.26. Beneficiaries: Joe K. Custer, son, Wawaka; Jane Hoffman, daughter, Hoopeston, Ill.; and Joann Sims, daughter, Bluewater Drive, Warsaw.
• Mabel E. Norris died Jan. 25, 1998, leaving an estate valued at $770,000. Beneficiaries: Elener R. Grossman, daughter, Jonesborough, Tenn., and David L. Norris, son, Colonial Heights, Va.
• Marjorie A. Nye died April 2, 1998, at the age of 88, leaving an estate valued at $159,180. Beneficiaries: Ora Waverly Conlan, daughter, College Avenue, Winona Lake; John R. Berry, son, Buckeye, Ariz.; Sarah Jane Thompson, stepdaughter, Beech Grove; Kosciusko County Genealogical Society, Warsaw; Shelby Berry Lindstrom, granddaughter, Chandler, Ariz.; Melissa Baker Bur, granddaughter, Candiac, Quebec, Canada; and Alfred Thompson, step-grandson.
• John T. McSherry died May 18, 1997, leaving an estate valued at $147,056.11. Beneficiaries: Wanda McSherry, spouse, and Sara Kay and Rebecca Ann Powers, daughters.
• Harold W. Romoser died Feb. 18, 1998, leaving an estate valued at $314,275. Beneficiaries: Ruth E. Helmreich, daughter; Theodore E. and W. David Romoser, sons; St. Paul's Nyemoni Church; and the Rev. Nimi B. Fyneface.
• Rosa May Schafer died Feb. 21, 1998, at the age of 90, leaving an estate valued at $410,000. Beneficiaries: A.G. Schafer, son, East CR 1300N, Syracuse; Rita J. Murray, daughter, Winamac; and Rose Ann Wiley, daughter, Scipio.
• Everett Winton Thomas died Nov. 2, 1997, leaving an estate valued at $872,595. Beneficiaries: Martha E. Buckingham and Carrol Lee Sumpter, daughters, and Charles Winton Thomas, son.
• Richard Mark Flora died May 7, 1998, at the age of 71, leaving an estate valued at $135,923.96. Beneficiary: Georgia Ruth Flora, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• AT&T Universal Card Services Corp. vs. David M. Weimer, East North Shore Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks amount due on credit card account, plus court costs.
• Wolverine Mutual Insurance Co. vs. Travis Paysen, Warsaw; Neil and Amy Harris, Maye Street, Warsaw; and Steven Maull, South Washington Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,186.21 for damage from vandalism to property of insured claimants, Fred and Edna Harris. Plaintiffs also seek treble damages, $1,000 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., doing business as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts, plus interest and court costs: Kenneth W. Biddle, EMS B28C Lane, Pierceton, $3,775.19; Jerry L. Bodkin, South Packerton Road, Winona Lake, $5,525.44; and Fred and Julia Krueger, West CR 250S, Warsaw, $3,152.47.
Marriage Dissolutions
Ousley
Cheryl L. and Scott Ousley, Ind. 13N, Pierceton. They were married April 22, 1994, and separated June 24, 1998. There are two minor children.
Kilgore
Marsha Kilgore, Fort Wayne,and James Kilgore, South Zimmer Road, Warsaw. They were married March 26, 1983, and separated June 9, 1998. 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
• Helvey & Associates Inc., doing business as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. James J. and Marsha E. Kellogg. Plaintiff awarded $10,213.93 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Triden Construction Supply Inc. vs. Victor Hagar, doing business as ATP Construction and Paramount Homes. Plaintiff awarded $7,895.14 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. vs. Danny R. and Rebecca K. Blanton. Plaintiff awarded $3,908.21 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Cotton & Cotton Insurance Inc. Plaintiff awarded $806.26, plus court costs.
• First Card/FCC National Bank vs. Geneva M. and Burnis Flannery. Plaintiff awarded $6,030.61 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Monogram Credit Card Bank of Georgia awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, from the following people: Ronnie Poe, $3,517.24, and Daryla K. Monesmith, $849.08.
• First Step Finance Inc. vs. Dennis Branton. Plaintiff awarded $8,973.92 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Sears, Roebuck & Co. vs. Chad T. Rapp. Plaintiff awarded $1,098.62, plus interest and court costs.
• Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services Inc. vs. Andrew Beck. Plaintiff awarded $1,172.08 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed:
• William E. Dau vs. William Reiland and Keith Dollahan.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Kay L. and Donald R. Sparks. July 31.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Basel and Evalee Hale seek visitation with their two minor grandchildren, who ar in the custody of their mother, Tamela Hale, Rochester. Basel and Evalee Hale are the children's paternal grandparents.
• Mohawk Factoring Inc. vs. Jack McKinley, doing business as CDI, and Jack McKinley, West CR 600N, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $17,551.44 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. James C. and Lou V. Collins, South Woodland Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an order for defendants to cease using real estate in violation of zoning ordinance by storing unlicensed vehicles on their property. Plaintiff also monetary penalties be assessed until compliance is made and court costs.
• Thomas V. Buskirk vs. John and Bonnie Fitzpatrick, Brown Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,184.06 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Contimortgage Corp. vs. Karwyn Kris and Jeanine Doub, Ind. 14W, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $97,570.24 due on promissory note, plus interest, costs incurred, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy mortgage.
Name Change
• Sheila McMillan seeks to change the name of her minor daughter, Brandi D. Adkins, to Brandi D. McMillan.
Marriage Dissolutions
Adams
Charles W. Adams Jr., Warsaw, and Angela Dale Adams, East Clark Street, Warsaw. They were married March 23, 1998, and separated June 3, 1998. There minor children.
Rodriguez
Marina Rodriguez, Indian Trail, Warsaw, and David Rodriguez, East Center Street, Warsaw. They were married April 1, 1997, and separated July 1, 1998. There is one minor child.
Schenske
Joseph A. and Violet C. Schenske, Southeast Channel Road, Warsaw. They were married Jan. 23, 1982, and separated July 31, 1998. There is one minor child.
Reynolds
Lori Marlene Reynolds, Kosciusko County, and Donald James Reynolds, Argonne Road, Warsaw. They were married March 4, 1983, and separated April 30, 1998. There are two minor children.
Campbell
Robin L. Campbell, East Crow Road, Syracuse,and Richard Campbell, Bradenton, Fla. They were married Nov. 4, 1989, and separated May 29, 1997. There are no minor children.
Leake
Kim A. and Linda K. Leake, East Pine Drive, Warsaw. They were married June 12, 1993, and separated July 31, 1998. There are no minor children.
Burrous
Shanna Lynn Burrous, South Waxwing Lane, Warsaw,and Christopher Douglas Burrous, North Maple Street, South Whitley. They were married Dec. 28, 1996, and separated July 3, 1998. There is one minor child.
May
Daniel E. May Sr., North Webster, and Ronda Lynn May, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. They were married Jan. 16, 1998, and separated July 24, 1998. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Bob Cannon vs. Kenneth Graber, doing business as Graber & Sons. Summary judgment awarded in favor of Graber.
• Norwest Mortgage Inc. vs. James E. and Tamara S. Hawkins. Plaintiff awarded $40,583.70 by default, plus court costs, and mortgage ordered foreclosed as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• The CIT Group/Consumer Finance Inc. vs. Christopher D. and Rachel F. Marks. Plaintiff awarded $47,217.01 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and mortgage ordered foreclosed as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• ContiMortgage Corp. vs. Russel and Norma J. Whetten and John and Jane Doe. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $66,653.61, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and mortgage ordered foreclosed as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp., assignee of The Homestead Mortgage Co., doing business as Peoples Mortgage Co., vs. Sean M. Givens. Plaintiff awarded $58,099.86, plus interest and court costs, and mortgage ordered foreclosed, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Name Change
• A request to change the name of Daniel Lee Pischke to Daniel Lee Schafer is granted.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Christina K. Starner Morehouse vs. Sterling Management Ltd., doing business as Glen Terrace Apartments.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Elizabeth and Terry Lee Engstrand. July 29.
• Melissa K. and Karl C. Wood. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $172 per week in child support. July 29.
• Juli and Edward Garza. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $150 per week in child support. July 31.
• Tara Ann (former name Silveus restored) and Mark Kelly Kissell. July 31.
• Frederick A. and Samantha R.Hewitt. Mother awarded custody of couple's three children. Father ordered to pay $75 per week in child support. Aug. 4.
• Andrew Joseph Himes and Amy Therese (former name Dawes restored). Aug. 4.
Dismissals
The following dissolution proceedings were dismissed:
• Patricia Ann and Fidel Villaverde Espinosa.
• Wilford and Vikki Prater.
Other Action
• John Finken's request for a restricted license is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only. [[In-content Ad]]
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