Times-Union Court News 09-05-2001
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Thomas Dean Avey Jr., 22, and Summer Grace Shipley, 22, both of Pope Street, Winona Lake.
• Larry David Brown, 26, and Amber Nicole Stevens, 22, both of North CR175E, Warsaw.
• Aaron Keith Drumm, 20, and Hailey Kay Templeton, 18, both of Executive Boulevard, Syracuse.
• Stuart Boyd Eherenman, 19, and Veronica Jean Patrick, 18, both of North West Street, Warsaw.
• Billy Joe Linton, 36, and Shelly Ann Thomas, 38, both of Fruitridge Drive, Warsaw.
• Harold A. Lucht, 51, West Market Street, Warsaw, and Leigh S. Crane, 52, East Market Street, Warsaw.
• Earl Michael, 82, North Tamarack Street, Warsaw, and Mary M. Perry, 80, East CR 200N, Warsaw.
• Christopher Duane Phifer, 28, and Bernice Calhoun, 34, both of East Pierceton Road, Pierceton.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Perma Advertising Co. Inc. v. John Tenner. Plaintiff awarded $821.95.
• Financial Services of Whitley County awarded the judgments noted against the following people: John I. Long, $194.70, and Paul D. Smith, $226.35.
• Danny Amburgey v. Steven and April Vannoster. Plaintiff awarded $$1,305.
• Russell and Brenda J. Brown v. Misty Jackson. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Judy Hall v. Michelle Hosier and Thomas R. Marchand. Plaintiff awarded $1,045.
• Etna Green Associates, LP, v. William Brown. Plaintiff awarded $1,381.72.
• Vanguard of Northern Indiana v. Kevin W. Kosins and Marson Products/Sharp Steel. Plaintiff awarded $569.50
• Phillip and Martha Berg v. Donald J. and Melissa R. Eppenbaugh. Plaintiffs awarded $2,000.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. v. Kellie S. Coffelt. Plaintiff awarded $1,096.44.
• Alan Kado v. Eli Leggett. Plaintiff awarded $1,090.
• George I. Williamson v. Blake E. and Debbie J. Neeley. Plaintiff awarded $1,664.51.
• Snow & Sauerteig awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Billy R. and Teresa L. Honeycutt, $671.84; Thomas E. McNees, $117.07; Terry L. Bowser, $411.72; Lisa E. Bahney, $293.25; and Coreen Richardson, $305.52.
• Centennial Cellular Tri-State v. Aaron K. Drumm. Plaintiff awarded $1,170.41.
• Reed & Earhart awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Holly Miller, $931.80, and Cheryl Estep, $598.73.
• Green & Cates v. Kim Sheller. Plaintiff awarded $490.39.
• Sandra Bornes v. David Swick and Sandra Blankenship. Plaintiff awarded $155.
• Allen Collections Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Michael D. Hale, $198.93; Grace and Brent Hall, $513.25; Vicki L. Brown, $211.24; John A. Vegar, $328.98.
• Joseph R. Nelson v. J.M. Builders. Plaintiff awarded $1,300.
• Ace Hardware of Warsaw v. Lee and Donna Barker. Plaintiff awarded $273.75.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Kimberly D. and John Ryan, $257.11, and Lee R. Edmunds, $930.25.
• Forrest and Marie Hershberger v. Gail Gans and Michael Doyle. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Bryon J. Berry awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Carolyn S. Waggoner, $309.66, and Eric D. Shaw, $682.26.
• Laurel E. Miller v. Daneyell Marie McPeak. Plaintiff awarded $2,033.
• Rita Harrison v. Haywood C. Harrison. Plaintiff awarded $1,644.
• Money Matters Professional awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Nina S. and James P. Bearden, $398.09, and Lois A. and Fred Holst, $647.20.
• Dewayne Busz v. James and Carrie Sizemore. Plaintiff awarded $344.
• Professional Account Services awarded the judgments noted against the following people: $493.73; Kathleen R. Doering, $2,910.96; and Scottie and Tameria S. Keaffaber, $696.55.
• North Webster School PTFO awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Valarie Skaggs, $119.50; Kathy Sopher, $65.50; Alma Alcala, $201.50; Timothy Arndt, $224.50; Sherri Deann Young, $327; Angela Marshall, $191.50; Sara Hood, $121.50; and Bernard and Cynthia S. McQuade, $104.50.
• Mark Dillon v. Gary Alto. Plaintiff awarded $250.
• Warsaw Cleaners & Laundry Inc. v. Jeffco Inc. Plaintiff awarded $716.01.
• Gary L. Kiser v. Wade Frauhiger. Plaintiff awarded $336.50.
• Templeton Oil Co. Inc. v. Rod and Lynn Anglemyer. Plaintiff awarded $2,286.47.
• Mike Reiff v. Sandra and Scott Prater. Plaintiff awarded $5,131.78.
• NCO Financial awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Mark and Shelly Lavigne, $485.14; Terry A. Treesh, $284.39; Dennis A. Alderfer, $176.71; Mark A. and Jamie Morris, $167.84; Richard C. Gamber, $241.69; and Larry Richard, $516.28.
• American General Finance v. Marina Rodriguez. Plaintiff awarded $1,880.32.
• Discover Bank v. Richard Balestri. Plaintiff awarded $2,597.87.
• United Farm Family Insurance v. Jeannie Halsey. Plaintiff awarded $249.07.
• United Recovery Services Inc. v. Michael Baker. Plaintiff awarded $1,130.32.
• Sterling Management Ltd. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Kay F. Amsden, $1,050, and Travis Spoor and Bobbie Alanz, $1,901.52.
• Warsaw Place Apartments v. Stacy McAdams. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Daniel Zuniga v. Steve Anderson. Plaintiff awarded $870.
• R.L. Gilbert Utility Contractor v. Scott Ousley. Plaintiff awarded $362.68.
• North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Emergency Medical Service awarded the judgments noted against the following people: James A. Winch, $500.32; Jerry Werenicz, $476.70; Nathan J. Weldy, $494.06; Ruben Vela, $143.46; Timothy T. Todd, $125.92; Brenda Todd, $500.95; Rene S. Smith, $451.83; and Deborah J. Shilling, $168.98.
• North Webster Day Care awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Cynthia Suprenant, $257.40; Gale D. and Kathy Sopher, $307.40; Ruth Nixon-Goff, $466; Kari Gallup, $732.50; Anita Clark, $334.50; and Melonie Bickle, $170.
• Hide-Away Hills Mobile Home Community awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Irma Villarreal, $1,300.08, and Randall Smith, $980.66.
• Rose Hopkins v. Tim and Christy Warstler. Plaintiff awarded $50.
• Miller Development, LLC, v. Jennifer May. Plaintiff awarded $1,275.
• Green & Cates v. Douglas Brown. Plaintiff awarded $405.
• CreditMax Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Charles E. Slone, $3,000; Allison L. Slone, $3,000; Dustin L. Woods, $3,000; Larry J. and Jamie L. Bolen, $3,000; and Dawn C. Hapner, $3,000.
• FSF Inc. v. James E. Rolston. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Mikel Mobile Estates v. Steve Messer. Plaintiff awarded $136.
• William G. and Raye Kausal v. Steven and Kim Shipley. Plaintiffs awarded $680.
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 $329.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was John Wendel, South Whitley.
Fined $50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Joshua Kauffman, Nappanee.
Fined $25 in June, sentenced to 10 days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Dan Foster, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in May and sentenced to six days in jail was Miguel Moyotl, Winona Lake.
Fined $20.50 in February and sentenced to 12 days in jail was Gary Love, Mentone.
Fined $24.50 in September 2000, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Elizabeth Rapp, Akron.
The following people also paid $129.50 or $125.50 in court costs:
Reckless Driving - Fined $75 in May was Jose Tecault, Warsaw.
Fined $88.50 in October was Phillip J. Armey, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $24.50 in February and license suspended 90 days was Cory Tom, Leesburg.
The following people also paid $129 or $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 Michael D. Wilson, Milford.
Fined $50 in October and ordered to perform two days of community service was Tom H. Bryan, Syracuse.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in July was Benny D. Fitzpatrick, Warsaw.
Fined $75 in June was Miguel Moyotl, Winona Lake.
Fined $50 in June were Rigoberto Cuautle, Warsaw, and Ceasar Padilla, Winona Lake.
Judgment in May against and sentenced to seven days in jail was Benny D. Fitzpatrick, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in May was Cindy S. Bolin, Warsaw.
Refusal To Identify Self - Fined $50 in June was Rene Mora Romero, Warsaw.
Failure To Stop After An Accident - Fined $5 in June was Dan Foster, Warsaw.
Conversion - Fined $100 in May was Lindsey Richarson, Syracuse.
Criminal Trespass - Fined $100 in May was Doroteo Paredes, Warsaw.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Fined $500 in March was Catherine Varner, Syracuse.
Judgment (court costs only) in February against Mark Holbrook, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $79.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in July were Joshua W. Buck, 18, Warsaw, and Johnny M. Parson, 22, Leesburg.
Fined $23 in April was Arden Baker, 44, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in July was Ashlie R. Goon, 16, Leesburg.
Fined $12 in June were Tracy L. Wagoner, 23, Nappanee, and Enedeo Rodriguez Jr., 20, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $25 in July were Mark K. Cannon, 77, Cromwell, and Roberto L. Cervantes, 35, Warsaw.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in July were Kevin M. Kempton, 40, Warsaw; Larry E. Swihart, 60, Silver Lake; and Eric J. Garman, 19, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in July was Barry D. Bays, 30, Pierceton.
Failure To Stop For A Train Signal - Fined $7 in July was Michelle L. Bailey, 26, Silver Lake.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in June was Joshua D. Willis, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in February was Jamel G. Meerzo, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in August 2000 was Carol M. Simcox, 49, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $45.50 in April was Michael D. Mench, 19, Syracuse.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in April was Forrest D. Reese, 44, Claypool.
Improper Passing - Fined $45.50 in March was Michael D. Mench, 19, Syracuse.
No Registration - Fined $50 in February was Jamel G. Meerzo, 19, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in September 2000 was Michael E. Heintzelman, 49, Cromwell.
Fined $7 in August 2000 was Carol. M. Simcox, 49, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $79 in court costs:
Operating An Off-Road Vehicle Without Valid Registration - Fined $10 in July was Matthew A. Reeve, 24, Warsaw.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in July was Scott L. Howard, 16, Warsaw.
Failure To Possess Hunting Or Fishing License - Fined $7 in July was Anthony Williams, 34, Nappanee.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in September 2000 was Cory G. Arndell, 21, Claypool.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in July was Mary M. Cornell, 39, Leesburg.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (July) Kristen Personette, South Whitley (two counts); Jamie Elijah, North Webster (two counts); (February) Jackie Hurt, Pierceton (two counts); Mindy Contreraz, Warsaw; (January) Jackie Hurt, Pierceton; (November) Mindy Contreraz, Warsaw; (September 2000) Valerie Geiger, North Manchester.
Possession Of Marijuana - (June) Daniel A. Middleton, Warsaw; (October) Phillip J. Armey, Warsaw.
Driving Having Never Had A License - (May) Miguel Moyotl, Winona Lake.
Driving While Suspended - (May) Miguel Moyotl, Winona Lake; (March) Chad Young, Bourbon.
Reckless Driving - (March) Michael Mench, Syracuse.
Failure To Stop After A Property Damage Accident - (February) Shane Bradley, Warsaw.
False Informing - (January) Daryl Smith, Syracuse.
Driving While Intoxicated - (January) Robby Daffron, Milford.
Intimidation - (September 2000) Brad A. Baugher, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - (August 2000) James Heeter, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Tobias VanHouten, West Division Road, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks that VanHouten cease using real estate as an automobile graveyard/junkyard in violation of zoning ordinances and that monetary penalties be assessed until compliance is made.
• Kevin and Allison Robie v. Dave and Robin Snyder, East Forest Glen Avenue, Leesburg, and Good Excavating & Hauling, LLC, North CR 500W, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an injunction preventing defendants from disturbing and trespassing onto the easement and property at issue, plus costs incurred, court costs and attorney fees.
• Helvey & Associates v. Peggy and Juan Gallegos, West Warren Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,999.86 due on assigned accounts, plus interest and court costs.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union v. Jason W. Ort, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff awarded $5,876.40 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Bank One Indiana/NA v. Todd K. and Julie E. Wappes, Fort Wayne; Richard Hendricks, Palatine, Ill.; Beckman Lawson, LLP, West Main Street, Syracuse; and Logan Rogers Realty, South Huntington Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $175,261.03 due on loan agreement, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. v. Brian Lackey, Sand Dollar Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,464.52 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Principal Residential Mortgage Inc. v. Christopher K. Sabin and Melissa M. Wagoner, North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $81,170.56 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Plummer & Co. Inc. v. Brian R. Walsh and Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA. Plaintiff seeks $30,179.64 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of East Pierceton Road real estate to satisfy judgment.
Marriage Dissolutions
Brown
Samuel D. Brown, Warsaw, and Karen I. Brown, Warsaw. They were married July 31, 1967, and separated May 30, 2001. There are no minor children.
Hawkins
John Eric Hawkins, Winona Lake, and Catherine F. Hann-Hawkins, Kings Highway, Winona Lake. They were married Nov. 12, 1986, and separated Aug. 23, 2001. There are two minor children.
Leyva
Andrea M. Leyva, East Northwinds Drive, Warsaw, and Erasmo Leyva Jr., East CR 575N, Leesburg. They were married May 25, 2000, and separated in June 2001. There are two minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• National City Bank of Indiana v. Manuel B. and LuAnn Lugo, et al. Plaintiff awarded $65,906.26 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, $1,750 in attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• YBMC Corp. v. Scott and Cynthia Harden, et al. Plaintiff awarded $5,557.50 by default and foreclosure of lien as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA v. Marvin R. and Cathy R. Schmucker, et al. Plaintiff awarded $59,366.70 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.
• Kevin and Allison Robie v. Dave and Robin Snyder, et al. Defendants shall have continued use of easement and shall confine their use of it to the 30-foot width of the easement itself and not enter upon remainder of the Robies' property. The Robies are to remove recently placed piers and the Snyders shall not place any piers more closely to the easement and shall not interfere with the use of the easement. Neither party shall make any physical change in the easement.
• MAJR Financial Corp. v. Benjamin L. Hursey. Plaintiff awarded $1,891.06 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Providian National Bank v. Diane L. Dean. Plaintiff awarded $15,758.03 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Steve Savage v. Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals.
• Dan A. and Marie H. Somers v. Diana K. Long.
• Farmers Insurance Group v. Terrance Milton, et al.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Debra Thompson.
• Conseco Finance Servicing Corp. v. Joe M. and Jaime Fuentes.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Transamerica Commercial Finance Corp. v. Chain of Lakes Marine Inc., Daryl W. and Jimmaleah Henry, Ind. 13S, North Webster; Farmers State Bank; and Deutsche Financial Services. Plaintiff seeks $755,338.49 for alleged breach of contract, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and possession of collateral.
• Washington Mutual Bank/FA v. William Shepherd, Ind. 14, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $80,397.07 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Wells Fargo Bank Home Mortgage Inc., formerly known as Norwest Mortgage Inc., v. Alexandra R. Davis, also known as Alexandra R. Jimenez, East Sheridan Street, Warsaw; and American General Finance. Inc. Plaintiff seeks $66,218.78 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Burkhart Advertising Inc. v. Lowe's Home Centers Inc., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks (1) $532,900 for estimated lost profits from removal of sign located on U.S. 30, west of Ind. 15, where Burkhart Advertising had 18 years and four months remaining on a 20-year lease; (2) $9,622 for damages resulting from dismantling and removing sign, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs; and (3) an unspecified amount for exemplary damages.
• Kirk Chevrolet-Pontiac Inc., Goshen, v. John A. Sutton, EMS B49 Lane, Warsaw, and Ryan Wolfe and Jamie Pringle, North Grousse Court, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for damages resulting during unauthorized use of a borrowed pickup and for three times the value of the truck, plus court costs, attorney fees and costs incurred.
• Bank One/NA v. Cynthia Scheuer, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $50,356.31 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. the following people, seeking compliance of county ordinances by removing trash from property, plus attorney fees and court costs: William and Goldia Caudill, West CR 1200S, Silver Lake; Richard Krull, Milford; and Eddie and Loren Tridle, Mentone (for property in Sidney).
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. v. Marc D. Barnett, North Paradise Way, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $65,578.01 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Bank One/NA v. Kevin J. Gregory, Fourth of July Avenue, Syracuse; First Union Home Equity Bank, Charlotte, N.C.; and Irwin Union Bank & Trust Co., Columbus, Ind. Plaintiff seeks $51,470.46 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Mutual Federal Savings Bank v. Brian E. Ryman, North CR 750W, Warsaw, and Cindy Ryman, North Cheyenne Drive, Warsaw; and Firstplus Financial Inc., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $69,764.93 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc. v. Mike Grady, North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $8,657.56 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Hughes
Misti Marie Hughes, East Clark Street, Warsaw, and James Ryan Hughes, Warren Drive, Warsaw. They were married April 27, 1991, and separated May 21, 2001. There is one minor child.
Maule
Jon S. Maule, EMS W20 Lane, North Webster, and Phyllis Maule, Goshen. They were married May 20, 1987, and separated June 23, 200. There are no minor children.
Moore
Valarie D. Moore, East Church Street, Pierceton, and Tib M. Moore Jr., address unknown. They were married June 10, 2000, and separated Oct. 5, 2000. There are no minor children.
Roberts
Julie R. Roberts, Warsaw, and Brian L. Roberts, North CR 100E, Warsaw. They were married May 17, 1998, and separated Aug. 10, 2001. There are two minor children.
Swick
Amanda Swick, South Scott Street, Warsaw, and David L. Swick Jr., Robson Road, Winona Lake. They were married May 4, 1998, and separated Jan. 28, 2001. 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. v. Tammi L. Prater. Plaintiff awarded $3,220.39 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Mutual Federal Savings Bank v. Gary S. Powers. Plaintiff awarded $13,771.60 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. v. Larry L. Miller. Plaintiff awarded $6,199.93 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Discover Bank v. James L. Pearson. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $11,196.21, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• National City Bank of Indiana v. Monica Morrow Smith and Sharon Gilbert.
• LaSalle Bank/NA v. Lynn Ann Geyer, et al. Defendants Charles W. and Margaret L. Lawrance are dismissed from this case.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Clarence DeBoer, et al, v. Dewayne Davis.
• Dana Allen v. Mary Cox and Meridian Mutual Insurance Co.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union v. Ryan J. Hoffman.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Janine S. and Paul R. Roth Sr. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $137 per week in child support. Aug. 20.
• Kim A. Leake and Linda K. (former name Ping restored). Aug. 24.
• Rebecca Lee (former name Thorsberry restored) and Steven W. Hall. Aug. 24.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Pamela and Timothy P. Vanderlinden.
Other Action
• Lynn Ann Bryant v. Steve Eldon Bryant. This case is referred to mediation, with Michael W. Reed as mediator.
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.
• Michael and Donna Hargrove, 210 S. Main St., Etna Green. Chapter 7. Assets: $108,639. Debts: $129,264.
• Claude and Shelley Johnson, 1421 E. Clark St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $67,105. Debts: $77,748.
• Gary and Pamela Sampson, doing business as Neon Nights Inn Inc., also known as Ultimate Tanning Zone and as Sam's Home Furnishing, 9224 Ind. 25, Mentone. Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $208,194. Debts: $396,628.
• Shawn and Jennifer Schuler, 4424 Ind. 110, Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $83,500. Debts: $76,649. [[In-content Ad]]
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Thomas Dean Avey Jr., 22, and Summer Grace Shipley, 22, both of Pope Street, Winona Lake.
• Larry David Brown, 26, and Amber Nicole Stevens, 22, both of North CR175E, Warsaw.
• Aaron Keith Drumm, 20, and Hailey Kay Templeton, 18, both of Executive Boulevard, Syracuse.
• Stuart Boyd Eherenman, 19, and Veronica Jean Patrick, 18, both of North West Street, Warsaw.
• Billy Joe Linton, 36, and Shelly Ann Thomas, 38, both of Fruitridge Drive, Warsaw.
• Harold A. Lucht, 51, West Market Street, Warsaw, and Leigh S. Crane, 52, East Market Street, Warsaw.
• Earl Michael, 82, North Tamarack Street, Warsaw, and Mary M. Perry, 80, East CR 200N, Warsaw.
• Christopher Duane Phifer, 28, and Bernice Calhoun, 34, both of East Pierceton Road, Pierceton.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Perma Advertising Co. Inc. v. John Tenner. Plaintiff awarded $821.95.
• Financial Services of Whitley County awarded the judgments noted against the following people: John I. Long, $194.70, and Paul D. Smith, $226.35.
• Danny Amburgey v. Steven and April Vannoster. Plaintiff awarded $$1,305.
• Russell and Brenda J. Brown v. Misty Jackson. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Judy Hall v. Michelle Hosier and Thomas R. Marchand. Plaintiff awarded $1,045.
• Etna Green Associates, LP, v. William Brown. Plaintiff awarded $1,381.72.
• Vanguard of Northern Indiana v. Kevin W. Kosins and Marson Products/Sharp Steel. Plaintiff awarded $569.50
• Phillip and Martha Berg v. Donald J. and Melissa R. Eppenbaugh. Plaintiffs awarded $2,000.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. v. Kellie S. Coffelt. Plaintiff awarded $1,096.44.
• Alan Kado v. Eli Leggett. Plaintiff awarded $1,090.
• George I. Williamson v. Blake E. and Debbie J. Neeley. Plaintiff awarded $1,664.51.
• Snow & Sauerteig awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Billy R. and Teresa L. Honeycutt, $671.84; Thomas E. McNees, $117.07; Terry L. Bowser, $411.72; Lisa E. Bahney, $293.25; and Coreen Richardson, $305.52.
• Centennial Cellular Tri-State v. Aaron K. Drumm. Plaintiff awarded $1,170.41.
• Reed & Earhart awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Holly Miller, $931.80, and Cheryl Estep, $598.73.
• Green & Cates v. Kim Sheller. Plaintiff awarded $490.39.
• Sandra Bornes v. David Swick and Sandra Blankenship. Plaintiff awarded $155.
• Allen Collections Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Michael D. Hale, $198.93; Grace and Brent Hall, $513.25; Vicki L. Brown, $211.24; John A. Vegar, $328.98.
• Joseph R. Nelson v. J.M. Builders. Plaintiff awarded $1,300.
• Ace Hardware of Warsaw v. Lee and Donna Barker. Plaintiff awarded $273.75.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Kimberly D. and John Ryan, $257.11, and Lee R. Edmunds, $930.25.
• Forrest and Marie Hershberger v. Gail Gans and Michael Doyle. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Bryon J. Berry awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Carolyn S. Waggoner, $309.66, and Eric D. Shaw, $682.26.
• Laurel E. Miller v. Daneyell Marie McPeak. Plaintiff awarded $2,033.
• Rita Harrison v. Haywood C. Harrison. Plaintiff awarded $1,644.
• Money Matters Professional awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Nina S. and James P. Bearden, $398.09, and Lois A. and Fred Holst, $647.20.
• Dewayne Busz v. James and Carrie Sizemore. Plaintiff awarded $344.
• Professional Account Services awarded the judgments noted against the following people: $493.73; Kathleen R. Doering, $2,910.96; and Scottie and Tameria S. Keaffaber, $696.55.
• North Webster School PTFO awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Valarie Skaggs, $119.50; Kathy Sopher, $65.50; Alma Alcala, $201.50; Timothy Arndt, $224.50; Sherri Deann Young, $327; Angela Marshall, $191.50; Sara Hood, $121.50; and Bernard and Cynthia S. McQuade, $104.50.
• Mark Dillon v. Gary Alto. Plaintiff awarded $250.
• Warsaw Cleaners & Laundry Inc. v. Jeffco Inc. Plaintiff awarded $716.01.
• Gary L. Kiser v. Wade Frauhiger. Plaintiff awarded $336.50.
• Templeton Oil Co. Inc. v. Rod and Lynn Anglemyer. Plaintiff awarded $2,286.47.
• Mike Reiff v. Sandra and Scott Prater. Plaintiff awarded $5,131.78.
• NCO Financial awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Mark and Shelly Lavigne, $485.14; Terry A. Treesh, $284.39; Dennis A. Alderfer, $176.71; Mark A. and Jamie Morris, $167.84; Richard C. Gamber, $241.69; and Larry Richard, $516.28.
• American General Finance v. Marina Rodriguez. Plaintiff awarded $1,880.32.
• Discover Bank v. Richard Balestri. Plaintiff awarded $2,597.87.
• United Farm Family Insurance v. Jeannie Halsey. Plaintiff awarded $249.07.
• United Recovery Services Inc. v. Michael Baker. Plaintiff awarded $1,130.32.
• Sterling Management Ltd. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Kay F. Amsden, $1,050, and Travis Spoor and Bobbie Alanz, $1,901.52.
• Warsaw Place Apartments v. Stacy McAdams. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Daniel Zuniga v. Steve Anderson. Plaintiff awarded $870.
• R.L. Gilbert Utility Contractor v. Scott Ousley. Plaintiff awarded $362.68.
• North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Emergency Medical Service awarded the judgments noted against the following people: James A. Winch, $500.32; Jerry Werenicz, $476.70; Nathan J. Weldy, $494.06; Ruben Vela, $143.46; Timothy T. Todd, $125.92; Brenda Todd, $500.95; Rene S. Smith, $451.83; and Deborah J. Shilling, $168.98.
• North Webster Day Care awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Cynthia Suprenant, $257.40; Gale D. and Kathy Sopher, $307.40; Ruth Nixon-Goff, $466; Kari Gallup, $732.50; Anita Clark, $334.50; and Melonie Bickle, $170.
• Hide-Away Hills Mobile Home Community awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Irma Villarreal, $1,300.08, and Randall Smith, $980.66.
• Rose Hopkins v. Tim and Christy Warstler. Plaintiff awarded $50.
• Miller Development, LLC, v. Jennifer May. Plaintiff awarded $1,275.
• Green & Cates v. Douglas Brown. Plaintiff awarded $405.
• CreditMax Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Charles E. Slone, $3,000; Allison L. Slone, $3,000; Dustin L. Woods, $3,000; Larry J. and Jamie L. Bolen, $3,000; and Dawn C. Hapner, $3,000.
• FSF Inc. v. James E. Rolston. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Mikel Mobile Estates v. Steve Messer. Plaintiff awarded $136.
• William G. and Raye Kausal v. Steven and Kim Shipley. Plaintiffs awarded $680.
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 $329.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was John Wendel, South Whitley.
Fined $50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Joshua Kauffman, Nappanee.
Fined $25 in June, sentenced to 10 days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Dan Foster, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in May and sentenced to six days in jail was Miguel Moyotl, Winona Lake.
Fined $20.50 in February and sentenced to 12 days in jail was Gary Love, Mentone.
Fined $24.50 in September 2000, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Elizabeth Rapp, Akron.
The following people also paid $129.50 or $125.50 in court costs:
Reckless Driving - Fined $75 in May was Jose Tecault, Warsaw.
Fined $88.50 in October was Phillip J. Armey, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $24.50 in February and license suspended 90 days was Cory Tom, Leesburg.
The following people also paid $129 or $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 Michael D. Wilson, Milford.
Fined $50 in October and ordered to perform two days of community service was Tom H. Bryan, Syracuse.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in July was Benny D. Fitzpatrick, Warsaw.
Fined $75 in June was Miguel Moyotl, Winona Lake.
Fined $50 in June were Rigoberto Cuautle, Warsaw, and Ceasar Padilla, Winona Lake.
Judgment in May against and sentenced to seven days in jail was Benny D. Fitzpatrick, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in May was Cindy S. Bolin, Warsaw.
Refusal To Identify Self - Fined $50 in June was Rene Mora Romero, Warsaw.
Failure To Stop After An Accident - Fined $5 in June was Dan Foster, Warsaw.
Conversion - Fined $100 in May was Lindsey Richarson, Syracuse.
Criminal Trespass - Fined $100 in May was Doroteo Paredes, Warsaw.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Fined $500 in March was Catherine Varner, Syracuse.
Judgment (court costs only) in February against Mark Holbrook, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $79.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in July were Joshua W. Buck, 18, Warsaw, and Johnny M. Parson, 22, Leesburg.
Fined $23 in April was Arden Baker, 44, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in July was Ashlie R. Goon, 16, Leesburg.
Fined $12 in June were Tracy L. Wagoner, 23, Nappanee, and Enedeo Rodriguez Jr., 20, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $25 in July were Mark K. Cannon, 77, Cromwell, and Roberto L. Cervantes, 35, Warsaw.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in July were Kevin M. Kempton, 40, Warsaw; Larry E. Swihart, 60, Silver Lake; and Eric J. Garman, 19, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in July was Barry D. Bays, 30, Pierceton.
Failure To Stop For A Train Signal - Fined $7 in July was Michelle L. Bailey, 26, Silver Lake.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in June was Joshua D. Willis, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in February was Jamel G. Meerzo, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in August 2000 was Carol M. Simcox, 49, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $45.50 in April was Michael D. Mench, 19, Syracuse.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in April was Forrest D. Reese, 44, Claypool.
Improper Passing - Fined $45.50 in March was Michael D. Mench, 19, Syracuse.
No Registration - Fined $50 in February was Jamel G. Meerzo, 19, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in September 2000 was Michael E. Heintzelman, 49, Cromwell.
Fined $7 in August 2000 was Carol. M. Simcox, 49, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $79 in court costs:
Operating An Off-Road Vehicle Without Valid Registration - Fined $10 in July was Matthew A. Reeve, 24, Warsaw.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in July was Scott L. Howard, 16, Warsaw.
Failure To Possess Hunting Or Fishing License - Fined $7 in July was Anthony Williams, 34, Nappanee.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in September 2000 was Cory G. Arndell, 21, Claypool.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in July was Mary M. Cornell, 39, Leesburg.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (July) Kristen Personette, South Whitley (two counts); Jamie Elijah, North Webster (two counts); (February) Jackie Hurt, Pierceton (two counts); Mindy Contreraz, Warsaw; (January) Jackie Hurt, Pierceton; (November) Mindy Contreraz, Warsaw; (September 2000) Valerie Geiger, North Manchester.
Possession Of Marijuana - (June) Daniel A. Middleton, Warsaw; (October) Phillip J. Armey, Warsaw.
Driving Having Never Had A License - (May) Miguel Moyotl, Winona Lake.
Driving While Suspended - (May) Miguel Moyotl, Winona Lake; (March) Chad Young, Bourbon.
Reckless Driving - (March) Michael Mench, Syracuse.
Failure To Stop After A Property Damage Accident - (February) Shane Bradley, Warsaw.
False Informing - (January) Daryl Smith, Syracuse.
Driving While Intoxicated - (January) Robby Daffron, Milford.
Intimidation - (September 2000) Brad A. Baugher, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - (August 2000) James Heeter, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Tobias VanHouten, West Division Road, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks that VanHouten cease using real estate as an automobile graveyard/junkyard in violation of zoning ordinances and that monetary penalties be assessed until compliance is made.
• Kevin and Allison Robie v. Dave and Robin Snyder, East Forest Glen Avenue, Leesburg, and Good Excavating & Hauling, LLC, North CR 500W, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an injunction preventing defendants from disturbing and trespassing onto the easement and property at issue, plus costs incurred, court costs and attorney fees.
• Helvey & Associates v. Peggy and Juan Gallegos, West Warren Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,999.86 due on assigned accounts, plus interest and court costs.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union v. Jason W. Ort, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff awarded $5,876.40 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Bank One Indiana/NA v. Todd K. and Julie E. Wappes, Fort Wayne; Richard Hendricks, Palatine, Ill.; Beckman Lawson, LLP, West Main Street, Syracuse; and Logan Rogers Realty, South Huntington Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $175,261.03 due on loan agreement, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. v. Brian Lackey, Sand Dollar Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,464.52 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Principal Residential Mortgage Inc. v. Christopher K. Sabin and Melissa M. Wagoner, North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $81,170.56 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Plummer & Co. Inc. v. Brian R. Walsh and Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA. Plaintiff seeks $30,179.64 due on account, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of East Pierceton Road real estate to satisfy judgment.
Marriage Dissolutions
Brown
Samuel D. Brown, Warsaw, and Karen I. Brown, Warsaw. They were married July 31, 1967, and separated May 30, 2001. There are no minor children.
Hawkins
John Eric Hawkins, Winona Lake, and Catherine F. Hann-Hawkins, Kings Highway, Winona Lake. They were married Nov. 12, 1986, and separated Aug. 23, 2001. There are two minor children.
Leyva
Andrea M. Leyva, East Northwinds Drive, Warsaw, and Erasmo Leyva Jr., East CR 575N, Leesburg. They were married May 25, 2000, and separated in June 2001. There are two minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• National City Bank of Indiana v. Manuel B. and LuAnn Lugo, et al. Plaintiff awarded $65,906.26 by default, plus interest, costs incurred, $1,750 in attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• YBMC Corp. v. Scott and Cynthia Harden, et al. Plaintiff awarded $5,557.50 by default and foreclosure of lien as prior to others, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA v. Marvin R. and Cathy R. Schmucker, et al. Plaintiff awarded $59,366.70 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.
• Kevin and Allison Robie v. Dave and Robin Snyder, et al. Defendants shall have continued use of easement and shall confine their use of it to the 30-foot width of the easement itself and not enter upon remainder of the Robies' property. The Robies are to remove recently placed piers and the Snyders shall not place any piers more closely to the easement and shall not interfere with the use of the easement. Neither party shall make any physical change in the easement.
• MAJR Financial Corp. v. Benjamin L. Hursey. Plaintiff awarded $1,891.06 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Providian National Bank v. Diane L. Dean. Plaintiff awarded $15,758.03 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Steve Savage v. Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals.
• Dan A. and Marie H. Somers v. Diana K. Long.
• Farmers Insurance Group v. Terrance Milton, et al.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Debra Thompson.
• Conseco Finance Servicing Corp. v. Joe M. and Jaime Fuentes.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Transamerica Commercial Finance Corp. v. Chain of Lakes Marine Inc., Daryl W. and Jimmaleah Henry, Ind. 13S, North Webster; Farmers State Bank; and Deutsche Financial Services. Plaintiff seeks $755,338.49 for alleged breach of contract, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and possession of collateral.
• Washington Mutual Bank/FA v. William Shepherd, Ind. 14, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $80,397.07 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Wells Fargo Bank Home Mortgage Inc., formerly known as Norwest Mortgage Inc., v. Alexandra R. Davis, also known as Alexandra R. Jimenez, East Sheridan Street, Warsaw; and American General Finance. Inc. Plaintiff seeks $66,218.78 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Burkhart Advertising Inc. v. Lowe's Home Centers Inc., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks (1) $532,900 for estimated lost profits from removal of sign located on U.S. 30, west of Ind. 15, where Burkhart Advertising had 18 years and four months remaining on a 20-year lease; (2) $9,622 for damages resulting from dismantling and removing sign, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs; and (3) an unspecified amount for exemplary damages.
• Kirk Chevrolet-Pontiac Inc., Goshen, v. John A. Sutton, EMS B49 Lane, Warsaw, and Ryan Wolfe and Jamie Pringle, North Grousse Court, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for damages resulting during unauthorized use of a borrowed pickup and for three times the value of the truck, plus court costs, attorney fees and costs incurred.
• Bank One/NA v. Cynthia Scheuer, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $50,356.31 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. the following people, seeking compliance of county ordinances by removing trash from property, plus attorney fees and court costs: William and Goldia Caudill, West CR 1200S, Silver Lake; Richard Krull, Milford; and Eddie and Loren Tridle, Mentone (for property in Sidney).
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. v. Marc D. Barnett, North Paradise Way, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $65,578.01 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Bank One/NA v. Kevin J. Gregory, Fourth of July Avenue, Syracuse; First Union Home Equity Bank, Charlotte, N.C.; and Irwin Union Bank & Trust Co., Columbus, Ind. Plaintiff seeks $51,470.46 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Mutual Federal Savings Bank v. Brian E. Ryman, North CR 750W, Warsaw, and Cindy Ryman, North Cheyenne Drive, Warsaw; and Firstplus Financial Inc., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $69,764.93 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc. v. Mike Grady, North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $8,657.56 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Hughes
Misti Marie Hughes, East Clark Street, Warsaw, and James Ryan Hughes, Warren Drive, Warsaw. They were married April 27, 1991, and separated May 21, 2001. There is one minor child.
Maule
Jon S. Maule, EMS W20 Lane, North Webster, and Phyllis Maule, Goshen. They were married May 20, 1987, and separated June 23, 200. There are no minor children.
Moore
Valarie D. Moore, East Church Street, Pierceton, and Tib M. Moore Jr., address unknown. They were married June 10, 2000, and separated Oct. 5, 2000. There are no minor children.
Roberts
Julie R. Roberts, Warsaw, and Brian L. Roberts, North CR 100E, Warsaw. They were married May 17, 1998, and separated Aug. 10, 2001. There are two minor children.
Swick
Amanda Swick, South Scott Street, Warsaw, and David L. Swick Jr., Robson Road, Winona Lake. They were married May 4, 1998, and separated Jan. 28, 2001. 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. v. Tammi L. Prater. Plaintiff awarded $3,220.39 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Mutual Federal Savings Bank v. Gary S. Powers. Plaintiff awarded $13,771.60 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. v. Larry L. Miller. Plaintiff awarded $6,199.93 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Discover Bank v. James L. Pearson. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $11,196.21, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• National City Bank of Indiana v. Monica Morrow Smith and Sharon Gilbert.
• LaSalle Bank/NA v. Lynn Ann Geyer, et al. Defendants Charles W. and Margaret L. Lawrance are dismissed from this case.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Clarence DeBoer, et al, v. Dewayne Davis.
• Dana Allen v. Mary Cox and Meridian Mutual Insurance Co.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union v. Ryan J. Hoffman.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Janine S. and Paul R. Roth Sr. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $137 per week in child support. Aug. 20.
• Kim A. Leake and Linda K. (former name Ping restored). Aug. 24.
• Rebecca Lee (former name Thorsberry restored) and Steven W. Hall. Aug. 24.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Pamela and Timothy P. Vanderlinden.
Other Action
• Lynn Ann Bryant v. Steve Eldon Bryant. This case is referred to mediation, with Michael W. Reed as mediator.
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.
• Michael and Donna Hargrove, 210 S. Main St., Etna Green. Chapter 7. Assets: $108,639. Debts: $129,264.
• Claude and Shelley Johnson, 1421 E. Clark St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $67,105. Debts: $77,748.
• Gary and Pamela Sampson, doing business as Neon Nights Inn Inc., also known as Ultimate Tanning Zone and as Sam's Home Furnishing, 9224 Ind. 25, Mentone. Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $208,194. Debts: $396,628.
• Shawn and Jennifer Schuler, 4424 Ind. 110, Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $83,500. Debts: $76,649. [[In-content Ad]]
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