Times-Union Court News 09-17-2002
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Jared Alan Brumfield, 20, and Joni Lee Owens, 24, both of Clinic Court, Warsaw.
• William J. Feuquay, 34, and Dawn Lynn Washington, 30, both of Michaels Street, Warsaw.
• Peter Francis Geogerian, 26, Jackson, Ky., and Rhonda Elaine Droke, 27, East CR 700S, Claypool.
• Anthony Allen Grunden, 27, and Kelly Renee Barnes, 29, both of Convoy, Ohio.
• Terry Dwayne Justice, 36, and Elizabeth Rae Long, 28, both of West CR 25S, Etna Green.
• Robert Edmund Lee, 24, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw, and Marissa Jo Hamman, 23, East Market Street, Warsaw.
• Jason Edward Mickley, 29, and Melanie Cae Hobbs, 28, both of North Eagle Place, Syracuse.
• Pedro Padilla, 28, and Susan Kay Compton, 30, both of Clinic Court, Warsaw.
• Kirby Lee Saylor, 43, and Anabelle Gabayron Filomeno, 36, both of Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw.
• Rick L. Speigle, 42, South CR 300E, Warsaw, and Tracy M. Hanson, 36, South CR 250E, Warsaw.
• James Shorty Stroud, 25, South Main Street, Claypool, and Kelli Rae Walters, 20, South Packerton Road, Claypool.
• Colin Matthew Winter, 25, East Eli Lilly Road, Syracuse, and Amy Elizabeth Hutchins, 28, St. Charles, Ill.
• Robert Dale Yocum, 26, and Tara Jo Tennant, 23, both of Warner Drive, Claypool.
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 $332.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $50 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days were Justin Graff, Leesburg, and Brooke Tobias, Nappanee.
Fined $50 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Bruce Harris, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Dewayne Slone, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days were Bacilio Martinez, Pierceton; Bryan Chaney, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Natalie Eisaman, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Olivia V. Rodriguez, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Juan F. Jimenez, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days were Judith A. Hewitt, Syracuse, and Jamie James, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Jennifer Shoemaker, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Scott Allen Shapland, Nappanee.
Fined $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Nancy H. Sideris, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in March, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days were Jeffrey Prater, Silver Lake, and Katherine F. Voyak, Claypool.
Fined $100 in February, sentenced to 20 days in jail and license suspended 90 days was David Snodgress, North Webster.
Fined $50 in February, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Dara D. Dawalt, Warsaw.
Fined $150 in January, sentenced to 120 days in jail and license suspended 365 days was Charles A. Brallier Jr., Claypool.
Fined $70.50 in November, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jose Jimenez, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in October, sentenced to 240 days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Curtis R. Smith, Claypool.
Fined $25 in October, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Leslie L. Wade, Sidney.
The following people also paid $132.50 in court costs:
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident - Fined $250 in July and license suspended 180 days was Ryan See, Silver Lake.
Reckless Driving - Fined $100 in July was Anselmo Mejia, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in July and license suspended 90 days was Danny Trofimchuck, Bourbon.
Fined $25 in February and license suspended 90 days was Christopher Harmon, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in January and license suspended 90 days was Neal R. Minnick, Syracuse.
Fined $100 in December and license suspended one year was Randy W. Avery, Syracuse.
Fined $70.50 in October and license suspended 180 days was Thomas M. McDowell, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in October and license suspended 90 days was Willie Tyler, Warsaw.
Violation Of In-State Registration - Fined $100 in June was Clinton Decker, Warsaw.
Failure To Stop After A Property Damage Accident - Fined $25 in October was Devin Heldenbrand, Leesburg.
Violation Of Restricted Driving Permit - Fined $170.50 in September 2001, sentenced to four days in jail and license suspended 365 days was Nathan A. Leasure, Leesburg.
The following people also paid $132 in court costs:
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in August were Sara Grubbs, Warsaw; Sarah Harding, Warsaw; and Lindzy Cox, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in July were Whitt Huffer, Warsaw; Alex Plew, Milford; and Dean Smith, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in February was Terry Dove, Warsaw.
Check Deception - Judgment (court costs only) in July against Kevin Graham, Winona Lake.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in August were Lin Wu, Warsaw; Jena Burley, Leesburg; Brett Ehmen, Syracuse.
Domestic Battery - Fined $100 in June and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Craig A. Hilbrich, Syracuse.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in July was Robert Ditton Sr., Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June were Michael Smith, Warsaw; Mike Shepherd, Silver Lake; and Julio Orozco, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in May was Thomas N. Paquette, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in March was Brent A. McNees, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in August 2001 and sentenced to six days in jail was Mark D. Fuller, Pierceton.
Conversion - Fined $100 in May and sentenced to 20 days in jail was Louis J. Milos, Winona Lake.
Fined $100 in March and sentenced to 20 days in jail was Jose L. Vega, Warsaw.
Judgment (court costs only) in September 2001 against and sentenced to 365 days in jail was Zachary Waddle, Tippecanoe.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $75 in February, ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee and license suspended 180 days was Timothy M. Berger, Leesburg.
Battery - Fined $50 in February was Deanna Patino, Warsaw.
Fined $1 in January and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Jason P. Halsey, Syracuse.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Fined $100 in February was Ray D. Najar, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $82.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in August were Agustin Rico, 19, Warsaw; Nathaniel Pletcher, 21, Pierceton; Marton E. Huffer, 60, Warsaw; Daniel G. Ousley, 22, Claypool; and Maryellen M. Grosch, 21, Bourbon.
Fined $27 in July were Rodney C. Scott, 55, Syracuse; Wanda M. Bills, 46, Claypool; Brandy L. Holle, 22, Warsaw; Raymond E. Doss Jr., 31, Milford; Paul E. Shepherd, 18, Mentone; Leon H. Crouse III, 46, Milford; and William R. Moore, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in June was Daniel R. Gordon, 25, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in May was Rafailito O. Hernandez, 24, Milford.
Fined $27 in February was Angela K. Sauter, 21, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in August were Jeremy P. Mitchell, 16, Warsaw; William M. Whitridge, 32, Syracuse; Craig M. Kuhn, 16, Leesburg; Timothy C. Heckaman, 24, Claypool; Teresa J. Houser, 17, Syracuse; Frank E. Reaker, 19, Nappanee; Thomas Caballero, 28, Warsaw; Jim W. McLean, 68, Leesburg;
Fined $12 in July were Analisa Perry, 24, Cromwell; Lori A. Overmeyer, 22, Burket; James D. Eastwood, 19, Claypool; Joel A. Schuh, 22, Warsaw; Christopher M. Davis, 20, Syracuse; Patel Bhagabhai, 53, Nappanee; and Ronald R. Hutchison Jr., 21, Mentone.
Fined $12 in June were Cheryl K. Dove, 23, Leesburg; Davin M. Scott, 18, Warsaw; Malathone Kaviyakone, 19, Nappanee; Sonya L. Keener, 30, Pierceton; Beverly S. Clark, 35, Warsaw;
Fined $12 in December was Jonathon A. Carpenter, Akron.
Fined $7 in August was Chelsea B. Boyd, 18, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in July were Ashley E. Freeman, 17, Warsaw; Richard D. Koontz, 38, Winona Lake; Michael N. Ashpole, 18, North Webster; Tony M. Bailey, 18, Silver Lake; and Rodney W. Hunsberger, 36, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June was Jeffery K. Arnold, 46, South Whitley.
False Or Fictitious Registration - Fined $7 in August was Bradley W. Johnson, 20, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in July was Martin Ramos, 14, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May were Patrick A. O'Connor, 21, Warsaw, and Louis J. Milos, 19, Winona Lake.
Improper Passing To Left - Fined $7 in August was Gustavo Hernandez, 23, Akron.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in August were Emily J. Beard, 17, Warsaw; Shirlene Burkholder, 34, Etna Green; Philip F. Fozo, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July was Theta E. Mort, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in June was David A. Hoover, 45, Syracuse.
Unsafe Movement - Fined $7 in August was Jason M. Caldwell, 29, Warsaw.
Passing In Violation Of Signs Or Markings - Fined $7 in August was Sherri L.Pratt, 38, Cromwell.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in August were Robert K. Iseton, 15, Warsaw; Daniel T. Minear, 49, Warsaw; Emeteria Rosales, 27, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in July were Juan Orduno, 16, Warsaw, and Martin Ramos, 14, Warsaw (two counts).
Fined $7 in June were Rafael Fernandez, 23, Winona Lake, and Rodney G. Labby, 38, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in May was Jesus Pacheco, 28, Warsaw.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in August was John W. Hinsdale, 45, North Webster.
Fined $7 in July were Sandra D. Heeter, 23, Warsaw, and Michael J. Kausal, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in May was Roderick E. Blankenship, 33, Milford.
No Or Inadequate Muffler - Fined $7 in August was Juan C. Rico, 24, Warsaw.
Driving Left Of Center - Fined $7 in July was Amber R. Simpson, 17, North Webster, and Salvador Becerra, 26, Cromwell.
Driving Without Proof Of Financial Responsibility - Fined $50 in July were Joseph E. Akers, 35, Warsaw, and Roderick E. Blankenship, 33, Milford.
Fined $50 in June was Jeffery L. Brewer, 18, Claypool.
Fined $50 in May was Patrick A. O'Connor, 21, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in November was Leslie L. Wade, 43, Claypool.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in July were Michael J. Kausal, Syracuse, and Heather W. Lenfesty, 29, Warsaw.
Unsafe Start From Park - Fined $7 in July was Tamara J. Brandt, 34, Warsaw.
Failure To Stop For Train Signal - Fined $7 in July was Chad S. Leamon, 26, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Control Device - Fined $7 in June was David J. Bennett, 21, Warsaw.
Following Too Closely - Fined $7 in May was Donald R. Stogsdill, 46, Warsaw.
Failure To Dim Lights - Fined $7 in April was Jaime L. Best, 22, Warsaw.
The following person also paid $82 in court costs:
Violation Of Nighttime Speed Limit - Fined $7 in July was Larry J. Fullhart, 56, Syracuse.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in August were Thomas E. Witmer, 82, Pierceton; Larry H. Mandel, 59, Warsaw; Bernard M. Fick, 58, Syracuse; Philip G. Magner, 55, Warsaw; Janet E. Ousley, 49, Claypool; Ryan M. Hively, 20, Leesburg; Bruce A. Smith, North Webster; Alicia Centeno, 42, Winona Lake; Ray E. Plummer, 61, Warsaw; Dustin J. Arnold, 18, Milford; Lance G. Evans, 22, Milford; Brett M. Harris, 19, Warsaw; Matthew L. Cook, 27, North Manchester; Vince L. Simpkins, 29, Pierceton; Nevada S. Elliott 23, South Whitley; Elnora R.Stephens, 52, Warsaw; Adam D. Stephens, 24, Warsaw; Mary A. Bauer, 28, Mentone; Catherine L. Schmidt, 30, Warsaw; Darren A. Carnes, 17, Mentone; and Ruthann Runyon, 25, Claypool.
Fined $20 in July were Marc M. Ianigro, 19, Warsaw; Tony J. Teel, 31, Warsaw; Matthew S. Miller, 16, Claypool; Warren L. Bess Jr., 22, Pierceton; Amy N. Perkins, 24, Warsaw; Jason L. Haines, 28, Warsaw; Christopher M. Pettit, 26, Mentone; Larry D. Bartley, 19, Claypool; William A. Ladwig, 24, Warsaw; Joel A. Schuh, 22, Warsaw; Brian L. Shepherd, 21, Warsaw; Bobbie G. Pelfrey, 32, Warsaw; Robert L. Kramer, 57, Syracuse; Brian R. Parker, 29, Rochester; Brent A. Howard, 23, Warsaw; Randy K. Skinner, 36, Winona Lake; Darin A. Miller, 17, Warsaw; Anthony M. Hendricks, 36, Syracuse; and Brian J. Dombkowski, 53, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in June were Robert A. Smits, 41, North Webster; Sherry R.Sharp, 38, North Manchester; and Justin A. Bowers, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in May were G.S. Gast, 53, Winona Lake, and Peter V. Avalos, 61, Milford.
Fined $20 in December was Bryan K. House, 29, Winona Lake.
Fined $20 in July 2001 was Stacy L. Mullins, 30, Warsaw.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in April was William J. Davis, 36, Mentone.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Possession Of Marijuana - (August) Dewayne Slone, Syracuse; (May) Jennifer Shoemaker, Warsaw; (November) Thomas F. Smith, Warsaw.
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - (July) Bryan Chaney, Syracuse; (November) Jose Jimenez, Warsaw.
Check Deception - (June) Amanda Caudill, Silver Lake; (November) Lori Moore, Bourbon.
Disorderly Conduct - (June) Craig A. Hilbrich, Syracuse; (March) Brent A. McNees, Warsaw.
Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor - (May) Jose R. Calma, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - (January) Charles A. Brallier Jr., Claypool.
Battery - (December) David W. Granger, Warsaw; (September 2001) Lance D. Knoop, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Platinum Financial Services Corp., as assignee of Universal Card, v. Darvin Setser, East CR 725S, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,835.87 due on agreement plus interest and court costs.
• Lake City Bank, successor to N&J Auto Sales Inc., v. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts, plus attorney fees and court costs: Jason Sumpter, Pam Street, Warsaw, $5,113.40, and Douglas Sarasin, West Dawn Drive, Silver Lake, and Tina Sarasin, Mishawaka, $7,777.35.
• YBMC Corp. Inc. v. David M. and Roxanna L. Deason, Fort Wayne, and Kosciusko County Commissioners. Plaintiff seeks $1,959.83 due on contract, plus attorney fees, costs incurred and court costs and foreclosure of lien, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. v. Roger L. Helton, South Woodland Hills Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,537.64 due on assigned accounts, plus interest and court costs.
• Jack and Jammie Perri v. Lakeside Chevrolet Inc., Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for alleged deceptive acts, fraud and breach of implied warranty in the sale of a vehicle, plus return of all monies paid and for punitive damages, attorney fees and court costs. Plaintiffs request a trial by jury.
• Tabatha Cooper v. Ford Motor Co., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks return of all monies paid for alleged defective vehicle or, in the alternative, an amount to compensate for damages resulting from breach of warranty, plus attorney fees, court costs and costs incurred. Plaintiff seeks a trial by jury.
• Stuart Tank Sales Corp. v. John Kelly, doing business as Kel Trucking, LLC, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $7,052.12 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Thomas G., Constance J. and Bradley T. Combs v. Charlotte J. Morrill and the Rev. C.J. Morrill Living Trust, North Executive Building, Syracuse. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 26, 2000, auto accident at the intersection of East Pickwick Drive and an access road in Syracuse. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Sherry A. VanDusen v. Rick Neff, North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries resulting from an Oct. 1, 2000, fall down a flight of stairs at Neff's residence. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Mark A. Jr. and Catherine Campbell, East Cherokee Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks that the Campbells immediately apply for and obtain an improvement location permit or to otherwise come into compliance with the Kosciusko County ordinance pertaining to decking constructed on their real estate. Plaintiff also seeks that penalties be imposed until compliance is made, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolution
Slone
Joseph O. Slone, West CR 250S, Warsaw, and Heather R. Slone, address unknown. They were married Oct. 18, 1997, and separated Aug. 26, 2002. There are three minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. v. Michael L. Sherry. Plaintiff awarded $7,109.57 by default, plus interest, $300 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Joyce Judd v. Robert Anderson. After a one-day trial, plaintiff awarded $4,400, plus interest.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded summary judgments in the amounts noted, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Harold E. and Shannon K. Hammonds, $3,774.18, and Sandra J. Geberin, $3,9709.95.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Rodney and Christina Jackson, $5,116.55; Kristi L. and Don Smith, $9,139.10; Tina M. Hernandez, $3,091.39; and Mary Alice Hernandez, $11,894.38.
• United Farm Family Insurance, as subrogee of Brian Rogers, v. Krystal Richey. Plaintiff awarded $4,233.34, plus court costs.
• Trustcorp Mortgage Co. v. the unknown heirs at law of Evelyn N. Gift, deceased. Plaintiff awarded $54,717.24 by default, plus 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.
• Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Joseph Todd Jr. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $11,052.59, plus interest and court costs.
• Warsaw Siding, Window & Door Co. v. John Reid, doing business as Reid Construction. Plaintiff awarded $3,878.29 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Palermo LLC v. Correll Construction Corp., formerly doing business as CB&S Construction Inc.; Wal-Mart Real Estate Trust; and Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
• Avonda Weber v. Ricky L. Parker and Schneider National Carriers Inc.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Steven L. Carman.
• Patricia Walker v. Troy L. and Richard L. Rodgers and Troy L. and Richard L. Rodgers v. Kosciusko County Highway Department and Wawasee Community School Corp. This case is dismissed as to Kosciusko County Highway Department only.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Lake City Bank v. Joel and Daniel L. Schuh and Progressive Specialty Insurance Co.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Scott A. and Joanne K. Jones. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $62 per week in child support. Sept. 3.
Other Action
• Edward and Roseanne C. Hartman v. Amanda M. Leamon and Rainbow Realtors Inc. This matter is referred to mediation with Thomas R. Lemon presiding.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• The Bank of New York v. Ricky Joe and Christine Hall, Ind. 14W, Silver Lake; Beneficial Indiana Inc., doing business as Beneficial Mortgage Co.; and John and Jane Doe, residents at 503 Graceland Ave., Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $112,178.73 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.
• Cindy A. Rogers v. Eddy Tridle, Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks an order declaring Tridle has no right, title or interest in real estate purchase agreement, plus attorney fees, court costs and that the earnest money paid be forfeited as liquidated damages.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Michael J. Whitaker, East Sheridan Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks (1) $55,569.01 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 and (2) $8,456.86 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as second lien, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• American General Finance v. Andy Hamilton, East CR 400N, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $2,821.21 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Short
Jeffery T. Short Sr., South Peru Road, Silver Lake, and Penny D. Short, Warsaw. They were married June 22, 1996, and separated Aug. 5, 2002. There are no minor children.
Smith
Mike Smith, East Main Street, Warsaw, and Audrey Smith, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 14, 1988, and separated Aug. 15, 2001. There is one minor child.
Turner
Heather Turner, Warsaw, and Kyle Turner, West Raccoon Lane, Claypool. They were married Aug. 29, 1998, and separated July 20, 2001. There are no minor children.
Wells
David Lee Wells, North Circle Drive, Syracuse, and Jean Marie Wells, North Street, Syracuse. They were married April 30, 1988, and separated March 15, 2001. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Erin E. Hagar. Plaintiff awarded $108,515.59 by default, 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.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., as nominee for Aurora Loan Services Inc., v. Shane D. Sapp and Financial Services of Whitley County. Plaintiff awarded $73,338.52 by default, 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.
• Providian National Bank v. Patricia D. Essig. Plaintiff awarded $13,584.75 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Stonewall Masonry Inc. v. Swartz Brothers Construction Inc., et al. Plaintiff awarded $19,053.68 by default, plus interest.
• CitiFinancial Mortgage Co. Inc., formerly known as Associates Home Equity Services Inc., v. Donald B. and Ada B. Hawkins. Plaintiff awarded $92,209.26 by default, 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.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Randy C. and Lola Mae Hively American General Finance Inc. and Green Tree Financial Servicing Group. Plaintiff awarded $116,388.88 by default, 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.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Lake Group LLC v. Investors' Realty Inc.
• ABN AMRO Mortgage Group Inc. v. Cathy J. Folk; Emergent Mortgage Corp., doing business as Homegold; and CitiBank (South Dakota)/NA.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Maria (former name Antu restored) and Armando J. Garza. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. Aug. 29.
• James L. and Fay Stahlman. Sept. 5.
• Donald Eugene and Cynthia Anne Bentley. Sept. 5.
• Lori and Danny McAlister. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $125 per week in child support. Sept. 6.
• Steve Whiteman and Rhonda (former name McClure restored). Sept. 6.
• David F. Jr. and Vickie S. Dittman. Sept. 6.
• Tina (former name Carpenter restored) and Jose Toral. Sept. 6.
• Nevada S. and James M. Elliott Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $103 per week in child support. Sept. 9.
Other Action
• Derek Edward Smith's request for a restricted driving permit is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only.
• Della Helvey v. Dale Ray Smith. This matter is referred to mediation, with Gene R. Duffin presiding.
• Kelly R. Hochstetler v. David L. Hochstetler. This matter is referred to mediation, with David C. Cates presiding.
Bankruptcies
The following is an explanation of bankruptcy terms:
Chapter 7: Liquidation. A court-appointed trustee liquidates the assets of an individual or firm and distributes them to creditors on a prorated basis.
Chapter 11: Business reorganization. Debtor retains possession of assets and attempts to remain in business by proposing a plan of reorganization to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings.
Chapter 12: The family farm bankruptcy proceeding. It is a hybrid between Chapter 13 and Chapter 11. A trustee is appointed, but the debtors remain in possession of their assets and propose to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
Chapter 13: For individuals with regular income. Often called "wage earner plan." Debtor retains assets and agrees to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
• Dawn Blanton, 3506 17th Road, Bourbon. Chapter 7. Assets: $2,610. Debts: $29,262.
• Scott Boocher and Tamara Boocher, also known as Tamara Murphy, 410 N. Park Ave., Warsaw. Chapter 13. Assets: $107,030. Debts: $114,372.
• Brian Cox and Michelle Cox, also known as Michelle DiEgidio, 10975 N. Birdie Court, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $190,255. Debts: $237,008.
• Jacqueline Fortner, 1701 Northwood Drive, Apt. 11, Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,617. Debts: $7,252.
• Robert Jr. and Regina Lowe, 5371 E. CR 650N, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $56,225. Debts: $103,954.
• Christopher and Christine Riga, 8410 E. Sumac Lane, North Webster. Chapter 7. Assets: $146,459. Debts: $141,694.
• Keith Vanthoff, 3160 N. Stoneburner Road #19, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,524. Debts: $91,409.
• Jason Weed and Samantha Weed, also known as Samantha Culberson, 8280 U.S. 30E #10, Pierceton. Chapter 7. Assets: $21,162. Debts: $38,581. [[In-content Ad]]
Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Jared Alan Brumfield, 20, and Joni Lee Owens, 24, both of Clinic Court, Warsaw.
• William J. Feuquay, 34, and Dawn Lynn Washington, 30, both of Michaels Street, Warsaw.
• Peter Francis Geogerian, 26, Jackson, Ky., and Rhonda Elaine Droke, 27, East CR 700S, Claypool.
• Anthony Allen Grunden, 27, and Kelly Renee Barnes, 29, both of Convoy, Ohio.
• Terry Dwayne Justice, 36, and Elizabeth Rae Long, 28, both of West CR 25S, Etna Green.
• Robert Edmund Lee, 24, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw, and Marissa Jo Hamman, 23, East Market Street, Warsaw.
• Jason Edward Mickley, 29, and Melanie Cae Hobbs, 28, both of North Eagle Place, Syracuse.
• Pedro Padilla, 28, and Susan Kay Compton, 30, both of Clinic Court, Warsaw.
• Kirby Lee Saylor, 43, and Anabelle Gabayron Filomeno, 36, both of Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw.
• Rick L. Speigle, 42, South CR 300E, Warsaw, and Tracy M. Hanson, 36, South CR 250E, Warsaw.
• James Shorty Stroud, 25, South Main Street, Claypool, and Kelli Rae Walters, 20, South Packerton Road, Claypool.
• Colin Matthew Winter, 25, East Eli Lilly Road, Syracuse, and Amy Elizabeth Hutchins, 28, St. Charles, Ill.
• Robert Dale Yocum, 26, and Tara Jo Tennant, 23, both of Warner Drive, Claypool.
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 $332.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $50 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days were Justin Graff, Leesburg, and Brooke Tobias, Nappanee.
Fined $50 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Bruce Harris, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Dewayne Slone, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days were Bacilio Martinez, Pierceton; Bryan Chaney, Syracuse.
Fined $50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Natalie Eisaman, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Olivia V. Rodriguez, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Juan F. Jimenez, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days were Judith A. Hewitt, Syracuse, and Jamie James, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Jennifer Shoemaker, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Scott Allen Shapland, Nappanee.
Fined $25 in April, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Nancy H. Sideris, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in March, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days were Jeffrey Prater, Silver Lake, and Katherine F. Voyak, Claypool.
Fined $100 in February, sentenced to 20 days in jail and license suspended 90 days was David Snodgress, North Webster.
Fined $50 in February, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Dara D. Dawalt, Warsaw.
Fined $150 in January, sentenced to 120 days in jail and license suspended 365 days was Charles A. Brallier Jr., Claypool.
Fined $70.50 in November, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jose Jimenez, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in October, sentenced to 240 days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Curtis R. Smith, Claypool.
Fined $25 in October, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Leslie L. Wade, Sidney.
The following people also paid $132.50 in court costs:
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident - Fined $250 in July and license suspended 180 days was Ryan See, Silver Lake.
Reckless Driving - Fined $100 in July was Anselmo Mejia, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in July and license suspended 90 days was Danny Trofimchuck, Bourbon.
Fined $25 in February and license suspended 90 days was Christopher Harmon, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in January and license suspended 90 days was Neal R. Minnick, Syracuse.
Fined $100 in December and license suspended one year was Randy W. Avery, Syracuse.
Fined $70.50 in October and license suspended 180 days was Thomas M. McDowell, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in October and license suspended 90 days was Willie Tyler, Warsaw.
Violation Of In-State Registration - Fined $100 in June was Clinton Decker, Warsaw.
Failure To Stop After A Property Damage Accident - Fined $25 in October was Devin Heldenbrand, Leesburg.
Violation Of Restricted Driving Permit - Fined $170.50 in September 2001, sentenced to four days in jail and license suspended 365 days was Nathan A. Leasure, Leesburg.
The following people also paid $132 in court costs:
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in August were Sara Grubbs, Warsaw; Sarah Harding, Warsaw; and Lindzy Cox, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in July were Whitt Huffer, Warsaw; Alex Plew, Milford; and Dean Smith, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in February was Terry Dove, Warsaw.
Check Deception - Judgment (court costs only) in July against Kevin Graham, Winona Lake.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in August were Lin Wu, Warsaw; Jena Burley, Leesburg; Brett Ehmen, Syracuse.
Domestic Battery - Fined $100 in June and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Craig A. Hilbrich, Syracuse.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in July was Robert Ditton Sr., Warsaw.
Fined $50 in June were Michael Smith, Warsaw; Mike Shepherd, Silver Lake; and Julio Orozco, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in May was Thomas N. Paquette, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in March was Brent A. McNees, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in August 2001 and sentenced to six days in jail was Mark D. Fuller, Pierceton.
Conversion - Fined $100 in May and sentenced to 20 days in jail was Louis J. Milos, Winona Lake.
Fined $100 in March and sentenced to 20 days in jail was Jose L. Vega, Warsaw.
Judgment (court costs only) in September 2001 against and sentenced to 365 days in jail was Zachary Waddle, Tippecanoe.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $75 in February, ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee and license suspended 180 days was Timothy M. Berger, Leesburg.
Battery - Fined $50 in February was Deanna Patino, Warsaw.
Fined $1 in January and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Jason P. Halsey, Syracuse.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Fined $100 in February was Ray D. Najar, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $82.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in August were Agustin Rico, 19, Warsaw; Nathaniel Pletcher, 21, Pierceton; Marton E. Huffer, 60, Warsaw; Daniel G. Ousley, 22, Claypool; and Maryellen M. Grosch, 21, Bourbon.
Fined $27 in July were Rodney C. Scott, 55, Syracuse; Wanda M. Bills, 46, Claypool; Brandy L. Holle, 22, Warsaw; Raymond E. Doss Jr., 31, Milford; Paul E. Shepherd, 18, Mentone; Leon H. Crouse III, 46, Milford; and William R. Moore, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in June was Daniel R. Gordon, 25, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in May was Rafailito O. Hernandez, 24, Milford.
Fined $27 in February was Angela K. Sauter, 21, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in August were Jeremy P. Mitchell, 16, Warsaw; William M. Whitridge, 32, Syracuse; Craig M. Kuhn, 16, Leesburg; Timothy C. Heckaman, 24, Claypool; Teresa J. Houser, 17, Syracuse; Frank E. Reaker, 19, Nappanee; Thomas Caballero, 28, Warsaw; Jim W. McLean, 68, Leesburg;
Fined $12 in July were Analisa Perry, 24, Cromwell; Lori A. Overmeyer, 22, Burket; James D. Eastwood, 19, Claypool; Joel A. Schuh, 22, Warsaw; Christopher M. Davis, 20, Syracuse; Patel Bhagabhai, 53, Nappanee; and Ronald R. Hutchison Jr., 21, Mentone.
Fined $12 in June were Cheryl K. Dove, 23, Leesburg; Davin M. Scott, 18, Warsaw; Malathone Kaviyakone, 19, Nappanee; Sonya L. Keener, 30, Pierceton; Beverly S. Clark, 35, Warsaw;
Fined $12 in December was Jonathon A. Carpenter, Akron.
Fined $7 in August was Chelsea B. Boyd, 18, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in July were Ashley E. Freeman, 17, Warsaw; Richard D. Koontz, 38, Winona Lake; Michael N. Ashpole, 18, North Webster; Tony M. Bailey, 18, Silver Lake; and Rodney W. Hunsberger, 36, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June was Jeffery K. Arnold, 46, South Whitley.
False Or Fictitious Registration - Fined $7 in August was Bradley W. Johnson, 20, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in July was Martin Ramos, 14, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May were Patrick A. O'Connor, 21, Warsaw, and Louis J. Milos, 19, Winona Lake.
Improper Passing To Left - Fined $7 in August was Gustavo Hernandez, 23, Akron.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in August were Emily J. Beard, 17, Warsaw; Shirlene Burkholder, 34, Etna Green; Philip F. Fozo, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July was Theta E. Mort, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in June was David A. Hoover, 45, Syracuse.
Unsafe Movement - Fined $7 in August was Jason M. Caldwell, 29, Warsaw.
Passing In Violation Of Signs Or Markings - Fined $7 in August was Sherri L.Pratt, 38, Cromwell.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in August were Robert K. Iseton, 15, Warsaw; Daniel T. Minear, 49, Warsaw; Emeteria Rosales, 27, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in July were Juan Orduno, 16, Warsaw, and Martin Ramos, 14, Warsaw (two counts).
Fined $7 in June were Rafael Fernandez, 23, Winona Lake, and Rodney G. Labby, 38, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in May was Jesus Pacheco, 28, Warsaw.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in August was John W. Hinsdale, 45, North Webster.
Fined $7 in July were Sandra D. Heeter, 23, Warsaw, and Michael J. Kausal, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in May was Roderick E. Blankenship, 33, Milford.
No Or Inadequate Muffler - Fined $7 in August was Juan C. Rico, 24, Warsaw.
Driving Left Of Center - Fined $7 in July was Amber R. Simpson, 17, North Webster, and Salvador Becerra, 26, Cromwell.
Driving Without Proof Of Financial Responsibility - Fined $50 in July were Joseph E. Akers, 35, Warsaw, and Roderick E. Blankenship, 33, Milford.
Fined $50 in June was Jeffery L. Brewer, 18, Claypool.
Fined $50 in May was Patrick A. O'Connor, 21, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in November was Leslie L. Wade, 43, Claypool.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in July were Michael J. Kausal, Syracuse, and Heather W. Lenfesty, 29, Warsaw.
Unsafe Start From Park - Fined $7 in July was Tamara J. Brandt, 34, Warsaw.
Failure To Stop For Train Signal - Fined $7 in July was Chad S. Leamon, 26, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Control Device - Fined $7 in June was David J. Bennett, 21, Warsaw.
Following Too Closely - Fined $7 in May was Donald R. Stogsdill, 46, Warsaw.
Failure To Dim Lights - Fined $7 in April was Jaime L. Best, 22, Warsaw.
The following person also paid $82 in court costs:
Violation Of Nighttime Speed Limit - Fined $7 in July was Larry J. Fullhart, 56, Syracuse.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in August were Thomas E. Witmer, 82, Pierceton; Larry H. Mandel, 59, Warsaw; Bernard M. Fick, 58, Syracuse; Philip G. Magner, 55, Warsaw; Janet E. Ousley, 49, Claypool; Ryan M. Hively, 20, Leesburg; Bruce A. Smith, North Webster; Alicia Centeno, 42, Winona Lake; Ray E. Plummer, 61, Warsaw; Dustin J. Arnold, 18, Milford; Lance G. Evans, 22, Milford; Brett M. Harris, 19, Warsaw; Matthew L. Cook, 27, North Manchester; Vince L. Simpkins, 29, Pierceton; Nevada S. Elliott 23, South Whitley; Elnora R.Stephens, 52, Warsaw; Adam D. Stephens, 24, Warsaw; Mary A. Bauer, 28, Mentone; Catherine L. Schmidt, 30, Warsaw; Darren A. Carnes, 17, Mentone; and Ruthann Runyon, 25, Claypool.
Fined $20 in July were Marc M. Ianigro, 19, Warsaw; Tony J. Teel, 31, Warsaw; Matthew S. Miller, 16, Claypool; Warren L. Bess Jr., 22, Pierceton; Amy N. Perkins, 24, Warsaw; Jason L. Haines, 28, Warsaw; Christopher M. Pettit, 26, Mentone; Larry D. Bartley, 19, Claypool; William A. Ladwig, 24, Warsaw; Joel A. Schuh, 22, Warsaw; Brian L. Shepherd, 21, Warsaw; Bobbie G. Pelfrey, 32, Warsaw; Robert L. Kramer, 57, Syracuse; Brian R. Parker, 29, Rochester; Brent A. Howard, 23, Warsaw; Randy K. Skinner, 36, Winona Lake; Darin A. Miller, 17, Warsaw; Anthony M. Hendricks, 36, Syracuse; and Brian J. Dombkowski, 53, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in June were Robert A. Smits, 41, North Webster; Sherry R.Sharp, 38, North Manchester; and Justin A. Bowers, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in May were G.S. Gast, 53, Winona Lake, and Peter V. Avalos, 61, Milford.
Fined $20 in December was Bryan K. House, 29, Winona Lake.
Fined $20 in July 2001 was Stacy L. Mullins, 30, Warsaw.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in April was William J. Davis, 36, Mentone.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Possession Of Marijuana - (August) Dewayne Slone, Syracuse; (May) Jennifer Shoemaker, Warsaw; (November) Thomas F. Smith, Warsaw.
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - (July) Bryan Chaney, Syracuse; (November) Jose Jimenez, Warsaw.
Check Deception - (June) Amanda Caudill, Silver Lake; (November) Lori Moore, Bourbon.
Disorderly Conduct - (June) Craig A. Hilbrich, Syracuse; (March) Brent A. McNees, Warsaw.
Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor - (May) Jose R. Calma, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - (January) Charles A. Brallier Jr., Claypool.
Battery - (December) David W. Granger, Warsaw; (September 2001) Lance D. Knoop, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Platinum Financial Services Corp., as assignee of Universal Card, v. Darvin Setser, East CR 725S, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,835.87 due on agreement plus interest and court costs.
• Lake City Bank, successor to N&J Auto Sales Inc., v. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts, plus attorney fees and court costs: Jason Sumpter, Pam Street, Warsaw, $5,113.40, and Douglas Sarasin, West Dawn Drive, Silver Lake, and Tina Sarasin, Mishawaka, $7,777.35.
• YBMC Corp. Inc. v. David M. and Roxanna L. Deason, Fort Wayne, and Kosciusko County Commissioners. Plaintiff seeks $1,959.83 due on contract, plus attorney fees, costs incurred and court costs and foreclosure of lien, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. v. Roger L. Helton, South Woodland Hills Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,537.64 due on assigned accounts, plus interest and court costs.
• Jack and Jammie Perri v. Lakeside Chevrolet Inc., Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for alleged deceptive acts, fraud and breach of implied warranty in the sale of a vehicle, plus return of all monies paid and for punitive damages, attorney fees and court costs. Plaintiffs request a trial by jury.
• Tabatha Cooper v. Ford Motor Co., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks return of all monies paid for alleged defective vehicle or, in the alternative, an amount to compensate for damages resulting from breach of warranty, plus attorney fees, court costs and costs incurred. Plaintiff seeks a trial by jury.
• Stuart Tank Sales Corp. v. John Kelly, doing business as Kel Trucking, LLC, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $7,052.12 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Thomas G., Constance J. and Bradley T. Combs v. Charlotte J. Morrill and the Rev. C.J. Morrill Living Trust, North Executive Building, Syracuse. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 26, 2000, auto accident at the intersection of East Pickwick Drive and an access road in Syracuse. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Sherry A. VanDusen v. Rick Neff, North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries resulting from an Oct. 1, 2000, fall down a flight of stairs at Neff's residence. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Mark A. Jr. and Catherine Campbell, East Cherokee Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks that the Campbells immediately apply for and obtain an improvement location permit or to otherwise come into compliance with the Kosciusko County ordinance pertaining to decking constructed on their real estate. Plaintiff also seeks that penalties be imposed until compliance is made, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolution
Slone
Joseph O. Slone, West CR 250S, Warsaw, and Heather R. Slone, address unknown. They were married Oct. 18, 1997, and separated Aug. 26, 2002. There are three minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Beneficial Indiana Inc. v. Michael L. Sherry. Plaintiff awarded $7,109.57 by default, plus interest, $300 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Joyce Judd v. Robert Anderson. After a one-day trial, plaintiff awarded $4,400, plus interest.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded summary judgments in the amounts noted, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Harold E. and Shannon K. Hammonds, $3,774.18, and Sandra J. Geberin, $3,9709.95.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Rodney and Christina Jackson, $5,116.55; Kristi L. and Don Smith, $9,139.10; Tina M. Hernandez, $3,091.39; and Mary Alice Hernandez, $11,894.38.
• United Farm Family Insurance, as subrogee of Brian Rogers, v. Krystal Richey. Plaintiff awarded $4,233.34, plus court costs.
• Trustcorp Mortgage Co. v. the unknown heirs at law of Evelyn N. Gift, deceased. Plaintiff awarded $54,717.24 by default, plus 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.
• Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Joseph Todd Jr. Plaintiff awarded agreed judgment of $11,052.59, plus interest and court costs.
• Warsaw Siding, Window & Door Co. v. John Reid, doing business as Reid Construction. Plaintiff awarded $3,878.29 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Palermo LLC v. Correll Construction Corp., formerly doing business as CB&S Construction Inc.; Wal-Mart Real Estate Trust; and Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
• Avonda Weber v. Ricky L. Parker and Schneider National Carriers Inc.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Steven L. Carman.
• Patricia Walker v. Troy L. and Richard L. Rodgers and Troy L. and Richard L. Rodgers v. Kosciusko County Highway Department and Wawasee Community School Corp. This case is dismissed as to Kosciusko County Highway Department only.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Lake City Bank v. Joel and Daniel L. Schuh and Progressive Specialty Insurance Co.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Scott A. and Joanne K. Jones. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $62 per week in child support. Sept. 3.
Other Action
• Edward and Roseanne C. Hartman v. Amanda M. Leamon and Rainbow Realtors Inc. This matter is referred to mediation with Thomas R. Lemon presiding.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• The Bank of New York v. Ricky Joe and Christine Hall, Ind. 14W, Silver Lake; Beneficial Indiana Inc., doing business as Beneficial Mortgage Co.; and John and Jane Doe, residents at 503 Graceland Ave., Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $112,178.73 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.
• Cindy A. Rogers v. Eddy Tridle, Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks an order declaring Tridle has no right, title or interest in real estate purchase agreement, plus attorney fees, court costs and that the earnest money paid be forfeited as liquidated damages.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Michael J. Whitaker, East Sheridan Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks (1) $55,569.01 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 and (2) $8,456.86 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as second lien, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• American General Finance v. Andy Hamilton, East CR 400N, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $2,821.21 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Short
Jeffery T. Short Sr., South Peru Road, Silver Lake, and Penny D. Short, Warsaw. They were married June 22, 1996, and separated Aug. 5, 2002. There are no minor children.
Smith
Mike Smith, East Main Street, Warsaw, and Audrey Smith, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 14, 1988, and separated Aug. 15, 2001. There is one minor child.
Turner
Heather Turner, Warsaw, and Kyle Turner, West Raccoon Lane, Claypool. They were married Aug. 29, 1998, and separated July 20, 2001. There are no minor children.
Wells
David Lee Wells, North Circle Drive, Syracuse, and Jean Marie Wells, North Street, Syracuse. They were married April 30, 1988, and separated March 15, 2001. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Erin E. Hagar. Plaintiff awarded $108,515.59 by default, 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.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., as nominee for Aurora Loan Services Inc., v. Shane D. Sapp and Financial Services of Whitley County. Plaintiff awarded $73,338.52 by default, 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.
• Providian National Bank v. Patricia D. Essig. Plaintiff awarded $13,584.75 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Stonewall Masonry Inc. v. Swartz Brothers Construction Inc., et al. Plaintiff awarded $19,053.68 by default, plus interest.
• CitiFinancial Mortgage Co. Inc., formerly known as Associates Home Equity Services Inc., v. Donald B. and Ada B. Hawkins. Plaintiff awarded $92,209.26 by default, 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.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Randy C. and Lola Mae Hively American General Finance Inc. and Green Tree Financial Servicing Group. Plaintiff awarded $116,388.88 by default, 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.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Lake Group LLC v. Investors' Realty Inc.
• ABN AMRO Mortgage Group Inc. v. Cathy J. Folk; Emergent Mortgage Corp., doing business as Homegold; and CitiBank (South Dakota)/NA.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Maria (former name Antu restored) and Armando J. Garza. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. Aug. 29.
• James L. and Fay Stahlman. Sept. 5.
• Donald Eugene and Cynthia Anne Bentley. Sept. 5.
• Lori and Danny McAlister. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $125 per week in child support. Sept. 6.
• Steve Whiteman and Rhonda (former name McClure restored). Sept. 6.
• David F. Jr. and Vickie S. Dittman. Sept. 6.
• Tina (former name Carpenter restored) and Jose Toral. Sept. 6.
• Nevada S. and James M. Elliott Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $103 per week in child support. Sept. 9.
Other Action
• Derek Edward Smith's request for a restricted driving permit is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only.
• Della Helvey v. Dale Ray Smith. This matter is referred to mediation, with Gene R. Duffin presiding.
• Kelly R. Hochstetler v. David L. Hochstetler. This matter is referred to mediation, with David C. Cates presiding.
Bankruptcies
The following is an explanation of bankruptcy terms:
Chapter 7: Liquidation. A court-appointed trustee liquidates the assets of an individual or firm and distributes them to creditors on a prorated basis.
Chapter 11: Business reorganization. Debtor retains possession of assets and attempts to remain in business by proposing a plan of reorganization to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings.
Chapter 12: The family farm bankruptcy proceeding. It is a hybrid between Chapter 13 and Chapter 11. A trustee is appointed, but the debtors remain in possession of their assets and propose to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
Chapter 13: For individuals with regular income. Often called "wage earner plan." Debtor retains assets and agrees to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
• Dawn Blanton, 3506 17th Road, Bourbon. Chapter 7. Assets: $2,610. Debts: $29,262.
• Scott Boocher and Tamara Boocher, also known as Tamara Murphy, 410 N. Park Ave., Warsaw. Chapter 13. Assets: $107,030. Debts: $114,372.
• Brian Cox and Michelle Cox, also known as Michelle DiEgidio, 10975 N. Birdie Court, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $190,255. Debts: $237,008.
• Jacqueline Fortner, 1701 Northwood Drive, Apt. 11, Nappanee. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,617. Debts: $7,252.
• Robert Jr. and Regina Lowe, 5371 E. CR 650N, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $56,225. Debts: $103,954.
• Christopher and Christine Riga, 8410 E. Sumac Lane, North Webster. Chapter 7. Assets: $146,459. Debts: $141,694.
• Keith Vanthoff, 3160 N. Stoneburner Road #19, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,524. Debts: $91,409.
• Jason Weed and Samantha Weed, also known as Samantha Culberson, 8280 U.S. 30E #10, Pierceton. Chapter 7. Assets: $21,162. Debts: $38,581. [[In-content Ad]]
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