Times-Union Court News 09-19-2001
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:
• Matthew Lee Alexander, 25, and Angie R. Burich, 35, both of West CR 1200S, Silver Lake.
• Anthony Drury Burchette, 32, and Sherri Ann Gallant, 27, both of Michaels Street, Warsaw.
• David Scott Campbell, 20, and Rebecca Lynn Schrader, 23, both of East Main Street, Syracuse.
• Daniel P. Hann, 46, West Hobart Court, Warsaw, and Pamela J. Brickley, 38, EMS T30A Lane, Leesburg.
• Brian Albert Hatfield, 18, West CR 250S, Warsaw, and Shawna Lynn Whitt, 18, West South Street, Atwood.
• Joshua Ryan Hileman, 20, and Danielle Deanne Dearinger, 22, both of South Madison Street, North Webster.
• Tim J. Lee, 33, and Catherine Bowles, 37, both of South CR 600W, Mentone.
• Brian Joseph Link, 27, and Maranda Kay McBride, 19, both of Sand Dollar Drive, Warsaw.
• Phillip L. Manley, 52, and Laurel J. Meyers, 48, both of EMS C29 Lane, Warsaw.
• Roger D. Marshall, 50, and Beverly J. Miller, 51, both of Liverpool Drive, Warsaw.
• Hampton Foster Mullins, 53, and Paula Kay Neher, 33, both of North Mark Lane, Warsaw.
• Bret Eugene Nicholson, 39, and Krista Dawn Irwin, 32, both of West CR 300N, Warsaw.
• Russell Eugene Pennington, 32, and Angela Michelle Morgan, 28, both of North Columbia Street, Warsaw.
• David Everett Porter, 24, Auditorium Boulevard, Winona Lake, and Nicole Helene Wilka, 23, North Lincoln Street, Warsaw.
• Elmer Williams, 79, and Viola J. Watson, 62, both of South Warbler Lane, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Roxanne Comino v. Steve Hyndman. Plaintiff awarded $1,690.
• Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park v. Angela Taylor. Plaintiff awarded $1,169.
• Kimberly Adams v. Melissa Tendziegloski and Troy Ross. Plaintiff awarded $603.93.
• Paul and Sheryl C. Gildner v. Michelle Jean Lindzy. Plaintiffs awarded $2,478.50.
• Monteith Tire Co. Inc. v. Timmerman Auto and Jason E. Timmerman. Plaintiff awarded $1,279.81.
• Behavioral Health Care v. Bernard Wilson. Plaintiff awarded $40.1.49.
• John Gardner v. Jeremy Hale. Plaintiff awarded $2,595.
• Warsaw Masonry Supply v. Tony Patton Landscaping. Plaintiff awarded $1,158.18.
• James A. and Dena K. Fiorucci v. Alan Anglin. Plaintiffs awarded $745.95.
• Ace Hardware v. Sandi and Tom Geberin. Plaintiff awarded $330.45.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Michelle and Brian Barger, $1,237.57; Rick and Jewell V. Craft, $1,067.71; Berta C. Gayheart, $614.82; Wanda L. Bromley Sroufe, $1,184.58; Bryan L. Hampshire, $2,313.39; Charlie O. Farmer, $1,092.48; Rodney C. Lewis, $546; Penny Konkle, $2,651.96; Jason A. Waikel, $1,357.45; Yvonne R. Vance, $1,414.91;
Also, Anna M. Stiles, $378.57; Robert V. Heath, $1,520.33; Billy J. Gardner, $1,742.52; Rachael L. Blue, $1,336.64; Jeanna R. Backus, $744.77; Janet L. Murphy, $148.58; Joann and Junior R. Collins, $2,368.52; Charles E. Shepherd, $1,039.07; Timothy Shepherd, $2,513.92; Henry C. Frazier, $859.73; Kim E. Konkle, $779.93; and David L. Tabb, $258.33.
• K&K Enterprises Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Robert Babcock, $525, and Jeremy P. Wimmer, $645.
• Crystal H. Slabaugh v. Bruce Allen Smith. Plaintiff awarded $1,072.14.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Mita K. Denton, $899.71, and Mita K. Denton, $398.71.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. v. Tom Baize. Plaintiff awarded $954.35.
• Lawyers Investments v. Kimberly Green. Plaintiff awarded $607.31.
• Billy E. Thomas v. Barry Sapp. Plaintiff awarded $350.
• Collier's Commercial Services awarded the judgments noted against the following people: John Snepp/VFW, $342.66; Randy Stahl, $73.77; and Rex William and Leticia K. Howell, $242.
• HSBC Business Credit (USA) Inc. v. Turn One Inc. Plaintiff awarded $966.90.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. v. John Ross. Plaintiff awarded $1,297.98.
• P. Bruce and Naoma Schlagenhauf v. Mariea Phipps. Plaintiffs awarded $1,537.17.
• Claypool Mobile Home Court v. Rod Bays. Plaintiff awarded $1,500.
• Billy Crum and Karen Barnard-Crum v. Laura Diane Davidhizar. Plaintiffs awarded $642.50.
• Gast Fuel & Service Inc. v. Canda M. Armey. Plaintiff awarded $200.
• Jones Hardware Inc. v. Richard Davis. Plaintiff awarded $396.84.
• Plummer and Co. Inc. v. Roger L. Burkholder. Plaintiff awarded $1,344.63.
• Lee Ann Richardson v. Frank Iddings. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Maurice and Willemijna Robinson v. Kenneth L. and Rebecca Nine. Plaintiffs awarded $2,027.97.
• 30 West Auto Sales & Service Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Vickie Dittman, $1,420, and Anthony Alsman, $565.
• CreditMax awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Lenny W. and Stella M. Burns, $1,443.36; Donna D. Kinney, $3,000; Ronnie Coplen, $2,594.50; and L. Mandy Neff, $3,000.
• Advance America awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Jason Hamilton, $318; Victoria Gonzalez-Smith, $348; Darrell Dingess, $148; and Micah Dilley, $368.
• SAC Finance Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Montie H. and Laura J. Cudd, $1,774.25, and Richard L. Mounts and Patricia Blankenship, $2,953.02.
• Blackford Law Office awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Ruth Prater, $249.50; Robert Howard, $138.52; Jamie Howard, $1,486.61; Michael Murphy, $298.30; Susan Jayne, $316.49; Tina Reichert, $413.04; Peggy S. Davis, $126.57; Debra Baker, $480.33; Fred R. Robertson, $46.07; and Eldon K. Ralstin, $490.14.
• Lana and Larry Hunter v. Adam and Angela Overmeyer. Plaintiffs awarded $1,391.96.
• Centennial Cellular awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Janie Martinez, $1,687.45; Ricci Moore, $1,084.56; Corbett Frazier, $1,821.17; Marcia A. Gurd, $2,186.55; Wilma Craig, $2,106.84; Annette Nellans, $1,495.11; John P. Reed, $3,000; John H. Burnau, $3,000; Melinda M. Leggett, $923.03; Kirk Stidams, $1,467.67; Turkey Run Estates LLC, $1,938.61; and Angie M. Gottschalk, $1,658.92.
• Michiana Metronet Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Melanie J. Phend, $1,678.22; Stephen Cartwright, $1,306.05; and Carrie Faas, $576.42.
• Ronel Systems Inc. v. Marvin Dunn. Plaintiff awarded $1,819.06.
• R&E Industries Inc. v. Lorraine E. Hobert. Plaintiff awarded $1,054.75.
• South Bend Metronet Inc. v. Barbara Ramenda. Plaintiff awarded $804.50.
• Deardorf Property Management v. Lana M. Walton. Plaintiff awarded $487.96.
• Doc Miller's Fish and Seafood awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Joshua's Inc., $889.55; Artusi's Inc., $511.38; Richard Artusi, $1,116.60; Sookradge Corp., doing business as Island Fish, and Joseph Sookradge, $3,000; and Sookradge Corp., doing business as Island Fish, $2,747.15.
• Professional Account Services awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Roy Peachy, $833.31; Linda G. May, $406.02; Tony L. Meadows, $584.40; Jennifer May, $384.35; Nancy S. Ladd, $1,310.95; Sally Knight, $742.51; and Andrew Kiser, $1,109.60.
• Allen Collections Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Donna Wetzel, $534.24; Patrick J. Mettler, $406.77; Sandra D. Knorr, $344.37; Shane A. Holloway, $210.28; Mary A. Hale, $322.58; Mander and Phoebe Compton, $540.86; Connie F. Chandler, $484.59; and Gary R. Anderson and Tammy Hamilton, $296.82.
• Desmond Jackson awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Robert G. Schultz Jr., $3,000, and James C. Heckaman, $1,787.75.
• Hoosier Propane v. Steve Heckaman. Plaintiff awarded $395.67.
• Kathy Perkins v. J. Scott Burton. Plaintiff awarded $520.
• North Webster School PTFO awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Sandra Johnson, $24, and Ruthann Goff, $81.50.
• Stephen G. and Diana J. Himes v. Esther Creger. Plaintiffs awarded $65.
• McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel v. Margaret Wineland. Plaintiff awarded $556.59.
• Tenney & Sons Inc. v. Donald L. Kintzel. Plaintiff awarded $142.39.
• Money Matters Professional awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Dee and Teresa A. Stamper, $2,216; Susan R. Smith, $222.67; Rashell Jamerson, $232.67; Chad E. Brown, $790.67; Roy D. Slater, $513.33; Gary R. Anderson, $213.07; and Rodger L. Berry, $577.33.
• Bryon J. Berry v. Rene' Lynn Arnett. Plaintiff awarded $2,018.07.
• Wawasee Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Teresa Bailey, $44.15; Brian and Angela Clouse, $69.20; Beth Brubacher, $86.75; Tom Brooks, $99.30; John E. and Diana Bradley, $132.10; Judy Boyd, $125.30; Norma Bills, $185.75; Joe and Denise Bilderback, $148.15; Charles and Shawndra Baker, $177.15; Rene Arnett, $274.70; Anthony and Connie Arndt, $248.45; and Eddie and Amy Abbott, $193.55.
• Beckman Lawson LLP v. Jason E. Timmerman. Plaintiff awarded $1,175.80.
• Lanny Scott v. Shawn Bartly. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Hoosier Parks LLC v. Ron Spaulding and Sherry Evans. Plaintiff awarded $1,508.74.
• Dennis Polk and Dennis Polk Equipment v. Steve and Lynn Navalany. Plaintiffs awarded $564.
• FSF Inc., doing business as First Step Finance, awarded the judgments noted against the following people: William R. Christian, $3,000; Lisa M. Clark, $3,000; Cory L. Riggins, $3,000; Stephen L. Walker, $3,000; Harold T. Walters, $3,000; Reca S. Pickens, $3,000; Susan E. Jayne, $3,000; Jose L. Fuentes, $3,000; Maria Ramos, $3,000; and Alec Hall, $3,000.
Superior Court II
The following 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 $79.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $50 in March was Scott M. Hershberger, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $46 in March was David E. Porter, 24, Winona Lake.
Fined $27 in August were Jeffery L. Rice, 20, Akron; Wesley D. Lantz, 23, Syracuse; Judy K. Parsons, 54, Pierceton; Danny E. Lantz, 52, Syracuse; Keith M. Hochstetler, 19, Nappanee; Joshua J. Crawford, 16, Silver Lake; Joseph A. Doty, 16, Etna Green; Marcelo Hernandez, 22, Warsaw; Paul H. Karbley, 22, Warsaw; Sally M. Perkins, 33, Warsaw;
Also, John T. Jones III, 35, Syracuse; Heather N. Hale, 17, Warsaw; Efrain Avina, 25, Winona Lake; Wes A. Renschler, 16, South Whitley; Terry R. Gerke, 19, Pierceton; Scott C. Lancaster, 37, Cromwell; Jan L. Blocher, 48, North Manchester; Mary Jo Harden, 17, Warsaw; Kyle Horn, 22, North Webster; and Sharonald E. Weisser, 36, Milford.
Fined $24.50 in August was Grant E. Gibson, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in August were Gamaliel Montoya, 29, Warsaw; Todd A. Behny, 33, Akron; Cathy A. Mitchell, 41, Leesburg; Michelle L. Hughes, 33, Silver Lake; Jeremiah C. Haney, 18, Akron; Nicholas J. Lawrence, 18, Warsaw; April M. Aguilar, 19, Warsaw; Michael D. Ryman, 20, Claypool; William R. Hensley Jr., 43, North Manchester; Rachel A. Menzie, 17, Nappanee;
Also, Myron D. Hochstetler, 19, Nappanee; Wendy L. Fryback, 35, Warsaw; Shawn M. Steele, 18, North Manchester; Harold T. Jackson, 61, Nappanee; Lynne K. Medlock, 41, Syracuse; Shaun A. Bruner, 42, Mentone; James D. Norris, 18, Warsaw; Lyle D. Miller, 22, Nappanee; Darl W. Mosher, 17, Pierceton; Jason R. Hall, 31, Warsaw;
Also, Michael Z. Cook, 22, Claypool; Anna M. Marshall, 17, Akron; Elba J. Ratliff, 32, Syracuse; and Benjamin M. Heimann, 20, North Webster.
Fined $12 in July were Jeremy Zarse, 24, Warsaw, and David D. Hilbish, 28, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in May was Simeon R. Shankster, 19, Silver Lake.
Fined $7 in August were Beverly J. Worth, 49, Warsaw; Brian P. Mason, 17, Syracuse; Jacob M. Eherenman, 23, Silver Lake; Amanda P. Davis, 19, Akron; Rachelle A. Keaffaber, 34, North Manchester; Stephanie L. Farrell, 26, Claypool; Laura A. Hartley, 37, Warsaw; Tara Yeiter, 23, Warsaw; Mike O'Brien, 50, Silver Lake; and Ricardo Garcia, 25, Silver Lake.
Fined $7 in July were Scott M. Hershberger, 18, Warsaw, and Nathan W. Kamp, 21, Nappanee.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in August were Aundrea M. Hayes, 34, Leesburg; Christopher M. Hameline, 17, North Webster; Steve W. Nine, 45, Warsaw; Josue Roa, 17, Milford; Leduy T. Love, 30, Warsaw; Garret J. Swanson, 18, Warsaw; Drent B. Reynolds, 25, Pierceton; Lindy C. Birk, 26, Warsaw; and Joshua P. Stork, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May was Tabitha L. Zon, 18, Claypool.
False Registration - Fined $7 in August were Rafael Martinez, 20, South Whitley; Erasmo Rodriguez, 27, Winona Lake; Joshua J. Crawford, 16, Silver Lake; Terry L. Masterson, 49, Claypool; and Matt L. Clupper, 32, Claypool.
Improper Headlights - Fined $7 in August was Danny E. Shepherd, 19, Mentone.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in August were Jody N. Renschler, 18, Warsaw; Derrick C. Bendorf, 20, Silver Lake; and Thomas S. Williams, 52, North Manchester.
No Commercial Driver's License When Required - Fined $17 in August was Michael S. Hively, 20, North Webster.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in August were Jamin D. Dilley, 18, Warsaw; Keith A. Osborne; Richard B. Tasker, 52, Pierceton; and Nathan D. Souther, 25, Rochester.
Fined $7 in July was David E. Anderson, 54, Mentone.
Fined $7 in June was Stephanie R. Shepherd, 23, Warsaw.
Illegal Flashing Lights - Fined $7 in August were Antonio Martinez, 21, Warsaw, and Saul Soto, 23, North Manchester.
Learner's Permit Violation - Fined $7 in August were Reynaldo Navarro, 24, Warsaw, and Jesus C. Garcia, 23, Warsaw.
Improper Display Of Green Light - Fined $7 in August was Jose M. Valencia, 22, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in August were Frank R. Hatfield, 28, Warsaw; Tametha K. Walkers, 19, Warsaw; Jennifer L. Grevenstuk, 18, Warsaw; Melissa Schue, 24, Leesburg; Lottie Romo, 34, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July was Paul E. Adams, 25, Silver Lake.
Failure To Sign Registration - Judgment (court costs only) in August was Saul Vallin, 30, Pierceton.
Violation Of Probationary License - Fined $25 in August was Kirk A. Burnett, 16, Winona Lake.
Failure To Yield To Emergency Vehicle - Fined $7 in August were Steven H. Wright, 57, Leesburg, and Peter A. Tuura, 21, Warsaw.
Passing In Violation Of Signs Or Markings - Fined $7 in August was Gene H. Denz III, 22, Warsaw.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in August was Harold A. Schrock, 86, Warsaw.
Unsafe Start From Park - Fined $7 in August was Joseph C. Miller, 25, Warsaw.
Driving While Intoxicated By A Minor With A Blood-Alcohol Level Of .02 Percent Or Greater - Fined $2.50 in July was Corbin V. Arnett, 20, Warsaw.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in May was Daniel A. Dolbee, 20, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $25 in June was Andres Tecuatl, 30, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $79 in court costs:
No Life Preservers When Required - Fined $7 in August were Joe J. Losee, 18, Syracuse, and Eric D. Cline, 23, Syracuse.
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor Under Age 18 - Judgment (court costs only) in August against Scott L. Howard, 16, Warsaw.
Failure To Display Stern Light - Fined $7 in August was Darwin D. Freeman, 47, Syracuse.
No Boat Registration - Fined $7 in July was Richard Storms, 30, Cromwell.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in June was April R. Conley, 19, Claypool.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in August were Kenneth R. Ashton, 45, North Webster; Ryan A. Hively, 26, Warsaw; Kelly A. Gawthrop, 26, Syracuse; Shelly M. Higginbotham, Syracuse; Raymond L. Justice 24, North Manchester; Haley E. Brown, 18, North Manchester; Travis C. Bays, 27, Bourbon; Sarah L. Ellison, 21, Warsaw; Alexis E. Riley, 17, Syracuse; Cody R. Silva, 18, Syracuse;
Also, Rose M. Enders, 44, Etna Green; Daniel R. Wadkins, 20, Warsaw; Dawn E. Himes, 23, Bourbon; Cesar Montes, 23, Warsaw; Carlos C. Nunez, 26, Pierceton; Amanda J. Sloan, 24, Claypool; Matthew D. Norman, 17, Etna Green; Jerrica L. Sanders, 26, Warsaw; Jody N. Renschler, 18, Warsaw; Tyrone D. Brody, 25, Warsaw;
Also, Edward C. Short, 66, Warsaw; Abraham Garcia, 20, Warsaw; Chad W. Salla, 22, Warsaw; Eric W. Frazier, 16, Warsaw; Daren D. Granger, 21, Warsaw; Heather N. Hale, 17, Warsaw; Michael D. Warren, 17, Warsaw; David S. Dilley, 16, Warsaw; Devery A. Winterrowd, 17, North Manchester; Courtney N. Burchett, 24, Warsaw;
Also, Jill C. Shipley, 17, Winona Lake; Rick A. Cox, 40, Etna Green; Matt L. Clupper, 32, Claypool; Aaron S. McKinley, 17, Leesburg; Mary J. Harden, 17, Warsaw; Joshua G. Slone, 17, Mentone; Jay L. Dausman, 42, Pierceton; Claudia L. Melanson, 35, Warsaw; Joshua D. Shepherd, 18, Warsaw; Michael S. Moss, 33, Warsaw; Daniel E. Shepherd, 19, Mentone;
Also, Curtis A. Furry, 34, Warsaw; Marcelo Hernandez, 22, Warsaw; Kristina K. Blocher, 25, Pierceton; Gabriel L. Blocher, 27, Pierceton; Maria E. Gonzalez, 38, Warsaw; Shirley E. Pollock, 71, Warsaw; Donald J. Zellers, 30, Warsaw; Angelita N. Velazquez, 22, Warsaw; Angelique M. Fritcher, 28, Warsaw; Eric M. Gibbs, 25, Atwood;
Also, Norman L. Grubbs, 58, Warsaw; Rafael Martinez, 20, South Whitley; Alfonso Gomez, 23, Warsaw; Anthony D. Smith, 21, Etna Green; Cari J. McFarren, 17, Claypool; Teresa L. Longacre, 34, Atwood; Melvin Santana, 18, Warsaw; Mark A. Hollenbaugh, 36, South Whitley; Johnny W. Baldridge Jr., 25, Pierceton; Laura J. Collette, 54, Pierceton;
Also, Shannon L. Scott, 31, Warsaw; Michael D. Warren, 19, Warsaw; Charels M. Hall, 20, Warsaw; Carol J. Soto, 47, Warsaw; Anthony L. Hall, 29, Winona Lake; and Brandy D. Jackson, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in July was Ryan M. Weaver, 24, Warsaw.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in August were Jeanette J. Knee, 34, Burket, and John H. Stamper, 51, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Conseco Finance Servicing Corp. v. Gary R. Anderson Jr., East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $22,048.13 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of security agreement, with possession and sale of manufactured home to satisfy judgment.
• Platinum Finance Services Corp., as assignee of Aspirecard, v. Scott Adams, East Searfoss Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,791.56 due on agreement, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Finance Services Corp., as assignee of Bank One, v. Barbara L. Neace. Plaintiff seeks $2,817.99 due on agreement, plus interest and court costs.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union v. Jane M. Chaney, U.S. 30E, Pierceton, and Steven G. Thompson, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $6,303.41 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Teachers Credit Union credit card issued by Infibank v. the following people for the amounts noted due on account, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs: Mark Rice, Warsaw, $4,632.16, and Jeffery A. Hunter, South Yellowview Lane, Claypool, $1,360.04.
• Asset Acceptance Corp. v. MD and Lisa C. Umbaugh, East Eli Lilly Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $16,145.72 due on contract, plus $1,500 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Service Corp., as assignee of Universal Credit, v. Aaron Vis, East Evergreen Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $796.77 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
Marriage Dissolution
Boyer
Stephanie K. Boyer,North Westerner Winds Drive, Warsaw, and Steven R. Boyer, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. They were married Nov. 16, 1996, and separated July 20, 2001. There is one minor child.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Kent E. Hare v. Cornelius and Lynn Oswald, et al. Plaintiff awarded $178,565.42, plus costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• First Select Inc. v. Robert Murphy. Plaintiff awarded $2,024.44 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• United Farm Family Insurance, as subrogee of Wendy Lowman, v. Stephen E. Cartwright. Plaintiff awarded $5,711.03, plus court costs.
• Household Finance Corp. v. Eugene O. Rollins. Plaintiff awarded $8,110 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Todd and Renae Warren v. Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
• Hawkeye Security, a division of CGU Insurance Co., as subrogee of Jerome and Savina Kralis, v. Sloan Valve Co., Sloan Flushmate and Water Control International.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Sears, Roebuck & Co. v. Velvet V. Reed.
• Household Fiance Corp. v. Charles Howard.
• Lake City Bank v. Richard E. Jr. and Karen J. McCuddy.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Sara A. (former name Nichols restored) and Rick D. Wallen. Sept. 5.
• C. Patrick and Jodi Tranter. Couple awarded joint custody of their three minor children. Father ordered to pay $231 per week in child support. Sept. 5.
• Russel and Cindy Pennington. This court does not have jurisdiction over child custody and support. Sept. 6.
• Jack and Aurora Simison. Sept. 7.
Other Action
• The estate of Mary A. Titone; Patricia Blazek, as personal representative of the estate of Mary A. Titone; and James S. Titone v. Neal Van Ness, M.D. This case is referred to mediation, with Thomas R. Lemon as mediator.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• The Provident Bank v. Adam and Erin Rothenberger, Riverwood Ranch Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $97,978 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.
• Manufacturers & Traders Trust Co. v. David M. and Loretta L. Miller Johnson, West CR 1150S, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $66,135.63 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.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union v. Jimmie W. and L. Suzanne Elliott, Flora Avenue, Warsaw, and Mutual Federal Savings Bank. Plaintiff seeks $15,551.04 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.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Jeramy T. Swartz, East CR 400N, Leesburg, and Bank One/NA. Plaintiff seeks $83,260.33 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.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Sara E. Rockenbaugh, East McKenna Road, Warsaw, and John and Jane Doe, tenants at an EMS B74 Lane, Warsaw, residence. Plaintiff seeks $52,442.92 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.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. v. Katherine L. King, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,518.46 due on assigned account, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Brandt
Tamara Brandt, Old Colony Road, Warsaw, and Daniel Brandt, Columbia City. They were married March 17, 1998, and separated in February 2000. There are no minor children.
Cox
Jeff Cox, EMS T4 Lane, North Webster, and Anita Lyn Cox, Mallie, Ky. They were married March 27, 1999, and separated July 5, 2001. There is one minor child.
Ellis
Karla J. Ellis, Warsaw, and Timothy P. Ellis, West CR 400S, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 2, 1995, and separated Aug. 24, 2001. There are no minor children.
Fritcha
Tracie J. Fritcha, West Tulip St., Pierceton, and R. Keith Fritcha, West CR 900S, Silver Lake. They were married Sept. 6, 1997, and separated July 13, 2001. There are no minor children.
Gunnels
Millard W. and Nancy A. Gunnels, U.S. 30E, Pierceton. They were married Aug. 5, 2000, and separated Aug. 20, 2001. There are no minor children.
Harner
Charity Harner, North Webster, and William K. Harner,Cromwell. They were married Feb. 7, 1995, and separated June 25, 1999. There are two minor children.
Mayer
Heather D. Mayer, South Viking Drive, Mentone, and Dustin C. Mayer, East CR 200N, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 2, 1996, and separated July 3, 2001. There are two minor children.
Miller
Ronald Miller, North Nancy Drive, Warsaw, and Tammy S. Miller, Sandra Lane, Winona Lake. They were married July 3, 1987, and separated July 17, 2001. There is one minor child.
Pence
Rita Pence, South Woodland Trail, Warsaw, and Jordan Pence, East CR 375S, Warsaw. They were married May 28, 1998, and separated Aug. 23, 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. Rex and Leticia Howell, et al. Plaintiff awarded $65,040.19 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.
• The Chase Manhattan Bank v. Mark and Jamie Morris and Donald W. and Sharon L. Fralick. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $74,359.96, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• OSI Portfolio Services Inc. v. Joseph Graff. Plaintiff awarded $1,927.99, plus interest and court costs.
• Coast-Plymouth Tax Lien Capital, LLC, v. Beverly Irwin, et al. Plaintiff declared owner of real estate in question and title ordered quieted.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Stanley Salyer v. Scott R. Breyfogle.
• Eastlund Enterprises Inc. v. John K. Longenbaugh.
• Randle and Mary Elizabeth Bowmer v. Kenneth Koenig.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Gary E. and Jody L. Miller. Sept. 7.
• Elizabeth and Chris Cramer. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $2,500 per month in child support. Sept. 10.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Mary J. and Roger D. Layne.
Other Action
• Rebecca A. Carlson's request for a vehicle title is granted, with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles ordered to issue the title.
• Doreen L. Burnau's request for a restricted license is granted, allowing her to drive for employment and child care purposes only.
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.
• Baker Management, 703 N. Huntington St., Suite 102, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $16,000. Debts: $159,625.
• Merlyn Elrod, 405 Wooster Road, Winona Lake. Chapter 13. Assets: $327,750. Debts: $224,929.
• Chad and Denise Jones, 1018 E. Northwinds Drive, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $143,170. Debts: $184,564.
• Danny and Denise Perry, 108 N. Maple St., Milford. Chapter 7. Assets: $2,050. Debts: $10,700.
• Richard and Mary Ann Ritter, 1405 Wabash Ave., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $64,905. Debts: $65,120.
• Mark Thacker and Michelle Thacker, also known as Michelle Quick, 507 S. Main St., Bourbon. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,660. Debts: $17,283.
• Phillip West and Marlies West, also known as Marlies Selent-West, 914 S. Martz St., Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $110,240. Debts: $138,097. [[In-content Ad]]
Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Matthew Lee Alexander, 25, and Angie R. Burich, 35, both of West CR 1200S, Silver Lake.
• Anthony Drury Burchette, 32, and Sherri Ann Gallant, 27, both of Michaels Street, Warsaw.
• David Scott Campbell, 20, and Rebecca Lynn Schrader, 23, both of East Main Street, Syracuse.
• Daniel P. Hann, 46, West Hobart Court, Warsaw, and Pamela J. Brickley, 38, EMS T30A Lane, Leesburg.
• Brian Albert Hatfield, 18, West CR 250S, Warsaw, and Shawna Lynn Whitt, 18, West South Street, Atwood.
• Joshua Ryan Hileman, 20, and Danielle Deanne Dearinger, 22, both of South Madison Street, North Webster.
• Tim J. Lee, 33, and Catherine Bowles, 37, both of South CR 600W, Mentone.
• Brian Joseph Link, 27, and Maranda Kay McBride, 19, both of Sand Dollar Drive, Warsaw.
• Phillip L. Manley, 52, and Laurel J. Meyers, 48, both of EMS C29 Lane, Warsaw.
• Roger D. Marshall, 50, and Beverly J. Miller, 51, both of Liverpool Drive, Warsaw.
• Hampton Foster Mullins, 53, and Paula Kay Neher, 33, both of North Mark Lane, Warsaw.
• Bret Eugene Nicholson, 39, and Krista Dawn Irwin, 32, both of West CR 300N, Warsaw.
• Russell Eugene Pennington, 32, and Angela Michelle Morgan, 28, both of North Columbia Street, Warsaw.
• David Everett Porter, 24, Auditorium Boulevard, Winona Lake, and Nicole Helene Wilka, 23, North Lincoln Street, Warsaw.
• Elmer Williams, 79, and Viola J. Watson, 62, both of South Warbler Lane, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Roxanne Comino v. Steve Hyndman. Plaintiff awarded $1,690.
• Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park v. Angela Taylor. Plaintiff awarded $1,169.
• Kimberly Adams v. Melissa Tendziegloski and Troy Ross. Plaintiff awarded $603.93.
• Paul and Sheryl C. Gildner v. Michelle Jean Lindzy. Plaintiffs awarded $2,478.50.
• Monteith Tire Co. Inc. v. Timmerman Auto and Jason E. Timmerman. Plaintiff awarded $1,279.81.
• Behavioral Health Care v. Bernard Wilson. Plaintiff awarded $40.1.49.
• John Gardner v. Jeremy Hale. Plaintiff awarded $2,595.
• Warsaw Masonry Supply v. Tony Patton Landscaping. Plaintiff awarded $1,158.18.
• James A. and Dena K. Fiorucci v. Alan Anglin. Plaintiffs awarded $745.95.
• Ace Hardware v. Sandi and Tom Geberin. Plaintiff awarded $330.45.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Michelle and Brian Barger, $1,237.57; Rick and Jewell V. Craft, $1,067.71; Berta C. Gayheart, $614.82; Wanda L. Bromley Sroufe, $1,184.58; Bryan L. Hampshire, $2,313.39; Charlie O. Farmer, $1,092.48; Rodney C. Lewis, $546; Penny Konkle, $2,651.96; Jason A. Waikel, $1,357.45; Yvonne R. Vance, $1,414.91;
Also, Anna M. Stiles, $378.57; Robert V. Heath, $1,520.33; Billy J. Gardner, $1,742.52; Rachael L. Blue, $1,336.64; Jeanna R. Backus, $744.77; Janet L. Murphy, $148.58; Joann and Junior R. Collins, $2,368.52; Charles E. Shepherd, $1,039.07; Timothy Shepherd, $2,513.92; Henry C. Frazier, $859.73; Kim E. Konkle, $779.93; and David L. Tabb, $258.33.
• K&K Enterprises Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Robert Babcock, $525, and Jeremy P. Wimmer, $645.
• Crystal H. Slabaugh v. Bruce Allen Smith. Plaintiff awarded $1,072.14.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Mita K. Denton, $899.71, and Mita K. Denton, $398.71.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. v. Tom Baize. Plaintiff awarded $954.35.
• Lawyers Investments v. Kimberly Green. Plaintiff awarded $607.31.
• Billy E. Thomas v. Barry Sapp. Plaintiff awarded $350.
• Collier's Commercial Services awarded the judgments noted against the following people: John Snepp/VFW, $342.66; Randy Stahl, $73.77; and Rex William and Leticia K. Howell, $242.
• HSBC Business Credit (USA) Inc. v. Turn One Inc. Plaintiff awarded $966.90.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. v. John Ross. Plaintiff awarded $1,297.98.
• P. Bruce and Naoma Schlagenhauf v. Mariea Phipps. Plaintiffs awarded $1,537.17.
• Claypool Mobile Home Court v. Rod Bays. Plaintiff awarded $1,500.
• Billy Crum and Karen Barnard-Crum v. Laura Diane Davidhizar. Plaintiffs awarded $642.50.
• Gast Fuel & Service Inc. v. Canda M. Armey. Plaintiff awarded $200.
• Jones Hardware Inc. v. Richard Davis. Plaintiff awarded $396.84.
• Plummer and Co. Inc. v. Roger L. Burkholder. Plaintiff awarded $1,344.63.
• Lee Ann Richardson v. Frank Iddings. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Maurice and Willemijna Robinson v. Kenneth L. and Rebecca Nine. Plaintiffs awarded $2,027.97.
• 30 West Auto Sales & Service Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Vickie Dittman, $1,420, and Anthony Alsman, $565.
• CreditMax awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Lenny W. and Stella M. Burns, $1,443.36; Donna D. Kinney, $3,000; Ronnie Coplen, $2,594.50; and L. Mandy Neff, $3,000.
• Advance America awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Jason Hamilton, $318; Victoria Gonzalez-Smith, $348; Darrell Dingess, $148; and Micah Dilley, $368.
• SAC Finance Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Montie H. and Laura J. Cudd, $1,774.25, and Richard L. Mounts and Patricia Blankenship, $2,953.02.
• Blackford Law Office awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Ruth Prater, $249.50; Robert Howard, $138.52; Jamie Howard, $1,486.61; Michael Murphy, $298.30; Susan Jayne, $316.49; Tina Reichert, $413.04; Peggy S. Davis, $126.57; Debra Baker, $480.33; Fred R. Robertson, $46.07; and Eldon K. Ralstin, $490.14.
• Lana and Larry Hunter v. Adam and Angela Overmeyer. Plaintiffs awarded $1,391.96.
• Centennial Cellular awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Janie Martinez, $1,687.45; Ricci Moore, $1,084.56; Corbett Frazier, $1,821.17; Marcia A. Gurd, $2,186.55; Wilma Craig, $2,106.84; Annette Nellans, $1,495.11; John P. Reed, $3,000; John H. Burnau, $3,000; Melinda M. Leggett, $923.03; Kirk Stidams, $1,467.67; Turkey Run Estates LLC, $1,938.61; and Angie M. Gottschalk, $1,658.92.
• Michiana Metronet Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Melanie J. Phend, $1,678.22; Stephen Cartwright, $1,306.05; and Carrie Faas, $576.42.
• Ronel Systems Inc. v. Marvin Dunn. Plaintiff awarded $1,819.06.
• R&E Industries Inc. v. Lorraine E. Hobert. Plaintiff awarded $1,054.75.
• South Bend Metronet Inc. v. Barbara Ramenda. Plaintiff awarded $804.50.
• Deardorf Property Management v. Lana M. Walton. Plaintiff awarded $487.96.
• Doc Miller's Fish and Seafood awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Joshua's Inc., $889.55; Artusi's Inc., $511.38; Richard Artusi, $1,116.60; Sookradge Corp., doing business as Island Fish, and Joseph Sookradge, $3,000; and Sookradge Corp., doing business as Island Fish, $2,747.15.
• Professional Account Services awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Roy Peachy, $833.31; Linda G. May, $406.02; Tony L. Meadows, $584.40; Jennifer May, $384.35; Nancy S. Ladd, $1,310.95; Sally Knight, $742.51; and Andrew Kiser, $1,109.60.
• Allen Collections Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Donna Wetzel, $534.24; Patrick J. Mettler, $406.77; Sandra D. Knorr, $344.37; Shane A. Holloway, $210.28; Mary A. Hale, $322.58; Mander and Phoebe Compton, $540.86; Connie F. Chandler, $484.59; and Gary R. Anderson and Tammy Hamilton, $296.82.
• Desmond Jackson awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Robert G. Schultz Jr., $3,000, and James C. Heckaman, $1,787.75.
• Hoosier Propane v. Steve Heckaman. Plaintiff awarded $395.67.
• Kathy Perkins v. J. Scott Burton. Plaintiff awarded $520.
• North Webster School PTFO awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Sandra Johnson, $24, and Ruthann Goff, $81.50.
• Stephen G. and Diana J. Himes v. Esther Creger. Plaintiffs awarded $65.
• McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel v. Margaret Wineland. Plaintiff awarded $556.59.
• Tenney & Sons Inc. v. Donald L. Kintzel. Plaintiff awarded $142.39.
• Money Matters Professional awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Dee and Teresa A. Stamper, $2,216; Susan R. Smith, $222.67; Rashell Jamerson, $232.67; Chad E. Brown, $790.67; Roy D. Slater, $513.33; Gary R. Anderson, $213.07; and Rodger L. Berry, $577.33.
• Bryon J. Berry v. Rene' Lynn Arnett. Plaintiff awarded $2,018.07.
• Wawasee Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Teresa Bailey, $44.15; Brian and Angela Clouse, $69.20; Beth Brubacher, $86.75; Tom Brooks, $99.30; John E. and Diana Bradley, $132.10; Judy Boyd, $125.30; Norma Bills, $185.75; Joe and Denise Bilderback, $148.15; Charles and Shawndra Baker, $177.15; Rene Arnett, $274.70; Anthony and Connie Arndt, $248.45; and Eddie and Amy Abbott, $193.55.
• Beckman Lawson LLP v. Jason E. Timmerman. Plaintiff awarded $1,175.80.
• Lanny Scott v. Shawn Bartly. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Hoosier Parks LLC v. Ron Spaulding and Sherry Evans. Plaintiff awarded $1,508.74.
• Dennis Polk and Dennis Polk Equipment v. Steve and Lynn Navalany. Plaintiffs awarded $564.
• FSF Inc., doing business as First Step Finance, awarded the judgments noted against the following people: William R. Christian, $3,000; Lisa M. Clark, $3,000; Cory L. Riggins, $3,000; Stephen L. Walker, $3,000; Harold T. Walters, $3,000; Reca S. Pickens, $3,000; Susan E. Jayne, $3,000; Jose L. Fuentes, $3,000; Maria Ramos, $3,000; and Alec Hall, $3,000.
Superior Court II
The following 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 $79.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $50 in March was Scott M. Hershberger, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $46 in March was David E. Porter, 24, Winona Lake.
Fined $27 in August were Jeffery L. Rice, 20, Akron; Wesley D. Lantz, 23, Syracuse; Judy K. Parsons, 54, Pierceton; Danny E. Lantz, 52, Syracuse; Keith M. Hochstetler, 19, Nappanee; Joshua J. Crawford, 16, Silver Lake; Joseph A. Doty, 16, Etna Green; Marcelo Hernandez, 22, Warsaw; Paul H. Karbley, 22, Warsaw; Sally M. Perkins, 33, Warsaw;
Also, John T. Jones III, 35, Syracuse; Heather N. Hale, 17, Warsaw; Efrain Avina, 25, Winona Lake; Wes A. Renschler, 16, South Whitley; Terry R. Gerke, 19, Pierceton; Scott C. Lancaster, 37, Cromwell; Jan L. Blocher, 48, North Manchester; Mary Jo Harden, 17, Warsaw; Kyle Horn, 22, North Webster; and Sharonald E. Weisser, 36, Milford.
Fined $24.50 in August was Grant E. Gibson, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in August were Gamaliel Montoya, 29, Warsaw; Todd A. Behny, 33, Akron; Cathy A. Mitchell, 41, Leesburg; Michelle L. Hughes, 33, Silver Lake; Jeremiah C. Haney, 18, Akron; Nicholas J. Lawrence, 18, Warsaw; April M. Aguilar, 19, Warsaw; Michael D. Ryman, 20, Claypool; William R. Hensley Jr., 43, North Manchester; Rachel A. Menzie, 17, Nappanee;
Also, Myron D. Hochstetler, 19, Nappanee; Wendy L. Fryback, 35, Warsaw; Shawn M. Steele, 18, North Manchester; Harold T. Jackson, 61, Nappanee; Lynne K. Medlock, 41, Syracuse; Shaun A. Bruner, 42, Mentone; James D. Norris, 18, Warsaw; Lyle D. Miller, 22, Nappanee; Darl W. Mosher, 17, Pierceton; Jason R. Hall, 31, Warsaw;
Also, Michael Z. Cook, 22, Claypool; Anna M. Marshall, 17, Akron; Elba J. Ratliff, 32, Syracuse; and Benjamin M. Heimann, 20, North Webster.
Fined $12 in July were Jeremy Zarse, 24, Warsaw, and David D. Hilbish, 28, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in May was Simeon R. Shankster, 19, Silver Lake.
Fined $7 in August were Beverly J. Worth, 49, Warsaw; Brian P. Mason, 17, Syracuse; Jacob M. Eherenman, 23, Silver Lake; Amanda P. Davis, 19, Akron; Rachelle A. Keaffaber, 34, North Manchester; Stephanie L. Farrell, 26, Claypool; Laura A. Hartley, 37, Warsaw; Tara Yeiter, 23, Warsaw; Mike O'Brien, 50, Silver Lake; and Ricardo Garcia, 25, Silver Lake.
Fined $7 in July were Scott M. Hershberger, 18, Warsaw, and Nathan W. Kamp, 21, Nappanee.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in August were Aundrea M. Hayes, 34, Leesburg; Christopher M. Hameline, 17, North Webster; Steve W. Nine, 45, Warsaw; Josue Roa, 17, Milford; Leduy T. Love, 30, Warsaw; Garret J. Swanson, 18, Warsaw; Drent B. Reynolds, 25, Pierceton; Lindy C. Birk, 26, Warsaw; and Joshua P. Stork, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in May was Tabitha L. Zon, 18, Claypool.
False Registration - Fined $7 in August were Rafael Martinez, 20, South Whitley; Erasmo Rodriguez, 27, Winona Lake; Joshua J. Crawford, 16, Silver Lake; Terry L. Masterson, 49, Claypool; and Matt L. Clupper, 32, Claypool.
Improper Headlights - Fined $7 in August was Danny E. Shepherd, 19, Mentone.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in August were Jody N. Renschler, 18, Warsaw; Derrick C. Bendorf, 20, Silver Lake; and Thomas S. Williams, 52, North Manchester.
No Commercial Driver's License When Required - Fined $17 in August was Michael S. Hively, 20, North Webster.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in August were Jamin D. Dilley, 18, Warsaw; Keith A. Osborne; Richard B. Tasker, 52, Pierceton; and Nathan D. Souther, 25, Rochester.
Fined $7 in July was David E. Anderson, 54, Mentone.
Fined $7 in June was Stephanie R. Shepherd, 23, Warsaw.
Illegal Flashing Lights - Fined $7 in August were Antonio Martinez, 21, Warsaw, and Saul Soto, 23, North Manchester.
Learner's Permit Violation - Fined $7 in August were Reynaldo Navarro, 24, Warsaw, and Jesus C. Garcia, 23, Warsaw.
Improper Display Of Green Light - Fined $7 in August was Jose M. Valencia, 22, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in August were Frank R. Hatfield, 28, Warsaw; Tametha K. Walkers, 19, Warsaw; Jennifer L. Grevenstuk, 18, Warsaw; Melissa Schue, 24, Leesburg; Lottie Romo, 34, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July was Paul E. Adams, 25, Silver Lake.
Failure To Sign Registration - Judgment (court costs only) in August was Saul Vallin, 30, Pierceton.
Violation Of Probationary License - Fined $25 in August was Kirk A. Burnett, 16, Winona Lake.
Failure To Yield To Emergency Vehicle - Fined $7 in August were Steven H. Wright, 57, Leesburg, and Peter A. Tuura, 21, Warsaw.
Passing In Violation Of Signs Or Markings - Fined $7 in August was Gene H. Denz III, 22, Warsaw.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in August was Harold A. Schrock, 86, Warsaw.
Unsafe Start From Park - Fined $7 in August was Joseph C. Miller, 25, Warsaw.
Driving While Intoxicated By A Minor With A Blood-Alcohol Level Of .02 Percent Or Greater - Fined $2.50 in July was Corbin V. Arnett, 20, Warsaw.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in May was Daniel A. Dolbee, 20, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $25 in June was Andres Tecuatl, 30, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $79 in court costs:
No Life Preservers When Required - Fined $7 in August were Joe J. Losee, 18, Syracuse, and Eric D. Cline, 23, Syracuse.
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor Under Age 18 - Judgment (court costs only) in August against Scott L. Howard, 16, Warsaw.
Failure To Display Stern Light - Fined $7 in August was Darwin D. Freeman, 47, Syracuse.
No Boat Registration - Fined $7 in July was Richard Storms, 30, Cromwell.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in June was April R. Conley, 19, Claypool.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in August were Kenneth R. Ashton, 45, North Webster; Ryan A. Hively, 26, Warsaw; Kelly A. Gawthrop, 26, Syracuse; Shelly M. Higginbotham, Syracuse; Raymond L. Justice 24, North Manchester; Haley E. Brown, 18, North Manchester; Travis C. Bays, 27, Bourbon; Sarah L. Ellison, 21, Warsaw; Alexis E. Riley, 17, Syracuse; Cody R. Silva, 18, Syracuse;
Also, Rose M. Enders, 44, Etna Green; Daniel R. Wadkins, 20, Warsaw; Dawn E. Himes, 23, Bourbon; Cesar Montes, 23, Warsaw; Carlos C. Nunez, 26, Pierceton; Amanda J. Sloan, 24, Claypool; Matthew D. Norman, 17, Etna Green; Jerrica L. Sanders, 26, Warsaw; Jody N. Renschler, 18, Warsaw; Tyrone D. Brody, 25, Warsaw;
Also, Edward C. Short, 66, Warsaw; Abraham Garcia, 20, Warsaw; Chad W. Salla, 22, Warsaw; Eric W. Frazier, 16, Warsaw; Daren D. Granger, 21, Warsaw; Heather N. Hale, 17, Warsaw; Michael D. Warren, 17, Warsaw; David S. Dilley, 16, Warsaw; Devery A. Winterrowd, 17, North Manchester; Courtney N. Burchett, 24, Warsaw;
Also, Jill C. Shipley, 17, Winona Lake; Rick A. Cox, 40, Etna Green; Matt L. Clupper, 32, Claypool; Aaron S. McKinley, 17, Leesburg; Mary J. Harden, 17, Warsaw; Joshua G. Slone, 17, Mentone; Jay L. Dausman, 42, Pierceton; Claudia L. Melanson, 35, Warsaw; Joshua D. Shepherd, 18, Warsaw; Michael S. Moss, 33, Warsaw; Daniel E. Shepherd, 19, Mentone;
Also, Curtis A. Furry, 34, Warsaw; Marcelo Hernandez, 22, Warsaw; Kristina K. Blocher, 25, Pierceton; Gabriel L. Blocher, 27, Pierceton; Maria E. Gonzalez, 38, Warsaw; Shirley E. Pollock, 71, Warsaw; Donald J. Zellers, 30, Warsaw; Angelita N. Velazquez, 22, Warsaw; Angelique M. Fritcher, 28, Warsaw; Eric M. Gibbs, 25, Atwood;
Also, Norman L. Grubbs, 58, Warsaw; Rafael Martinez, 20, South Whitley; Alfonso Gomez, 23, Warsaw; Anthony D. Smith, 21, Etna Green; Cari J. McFarren, 17, Claypool; Teresa L. Longacre, 34, Atwood; Melvin Santana, 18, Warsaw; Mark A. Hollenbaugh, 36, South Whitley; Johnny W. Baldridge Jr., 25, Pierceton; Laura J. Collette, 54, Pierceton;
Also, Shannon L. Scott, 31, Warsaw; Michael D. Warren, 19, Warsaw; Charels M. Hall, 20, Warsaw; Carol J. Soto, 47, Warsaw; Anthony L. Hall, 29, Winona Lake; and Brandy D. Jackson, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $20 in July was Ryan M. Weaver, 24, Warsaw.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in August were Jeanette J. Knee, 34, Burket, and John H. Stamper, 51, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Conseco Finance Servicing Corp. v. Gary R. Anderson Jr., East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $22,048.13 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of security agreement, with possession and sale of manufactured home to satisfy judgment.
• Platinum Finance Services Corp., as assignee of Aspirecard, v. Scott Adams, East Searfoss Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,791.56 due on agreement, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Finance Services Corp., as assignee of Bank One, v. Barbara L. Neace. Plaintiff seeks $2,817.99 due on agreement, plus interest and court costs.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union v. Jane M. Chaney, U.S. 30E, Pierceton, and Steven G. Thompson, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $6,303.41 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Teachers Credit Union credit card issued by Infibank v. the following people for the amounts noted due on account, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs: Mark Rice, Warsaw, $4,632.16, and Jeffery A. Hunter, South Yellowview Lane, Claypool, $1,360.04.
• Asset Acceptance Corp. v. MD and Lisa C. Umbaugh, East Eli Lilly Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $16,145.72 due on contract, plus $1,500 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Service Corp., as assignee of Universal Credit, v. Aaron Vis, East Evergreen Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $796.77 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
Marriage Dissolution
Boyer
Stephanie K. Boyer,North Westerner Winds Drive, Warsaw, and Steven R. Boyer, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. They were married Nov. 16, 1996, and separated July 20, 2001. There is one minor child.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Kent E. Hare v. Cornelius and Lynn Oswald, et al. Plaintiff awarded $178,565.42, plus costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• First Select Inc. v. Robert Murphy. Plaintiff awarded $2,024.44 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• United Farm Family Insurance, as subrogee of Wendy Lowman, v. Stephen E. Cartwright. Plaintiff awarded $5,711.03, plus court costs.
• Household Finance Corp. v. Eugene O. Rollins. Plaintiff awarded $8,110 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Todd and Renae Warren v. Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
• Hawkeye Security, a division of CGU Insurance Co., as subrogee of Jerome and Savina Kralis, v. Sloan Valve Co., Sloan Flushmate and Water Control International.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Sears, Roebuck & Co. v. Velvet V. Reed.
• Household Fiance Corp. v. Charles Howard.
• Lake City Bank v. Richard E. Jr. and Karen J. McCuddy.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Sara A. (former name Nichols restored) and Rick D. Wallen. Sept. 5.
• C. Patrick and Jodi Tranter. Couple awarded joint custody of their three minor children. Father ordered to pay $231 per week in child support. Sept. 5.
• Russel and Cindy Pennington. This court does not have jurisdiction over child custody and support. Sept. 6.
• Jack and Aurora Simison. Sept. 7.
Other Action
• The estate of Mary A. Titone; Patricia Blazek, as personal representative of the estate of Mary A. Titone; and James S. Titone v. Neal Van Ness, M.D. This case is referred to mediation, with Thomas R. Lemon as mediator.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• The Provident Bank v. Adam and Erin Rothenberger, Riverwood Ranch Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $97,978 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.
• Manufacturers & Traders Trust Co. v. David M. and Loretta L. Miller Johnson, West CR 1150S, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $66,135.63 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.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union v. Jimmie W. and L. Suzanne Elliott, Flora Avenue, Warsaw, and Mutual Federal Savings Bank. Plaintiff seeks $15,551.04 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.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Jeramy T. Swartz, East CR 400N, Leesburg, and Bank One/NA. Plaintiff seeks $83,260.33 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.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Sara E. Rockenbaugh, East McKenna Road, Warsaw, and John and Jane Doe, tenants at an EMS B74 Lane, Warsaw, residence. Plaintiff seeks $52,442.92 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.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. v. Katherine L. King, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,518.46 due on assigned account, plus court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Brandt
Tamara Brandt, Old Colony Road, Warsaw, and Daniel Brandt, Columbia City. They were married March 17, 1998, and separated in February 2000. There are no minor children.
Cox
Jeff Cox, EMS T4 Lane, North Webster, and Anita Lyn Cox, Mallie, Ky. They were married March 27, 1999, and separated July 5, 2001. There is one minor child.
Ellis
Karla J. Ellis, Warsaw, and Timothy P. Ellis, West CR 400S, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 2, 1995, and separated Aug. 24, 2001. There are no minor children.
Fritcha
Tracie J. Fritcha, West Tulip St., Pierceton, and R. Keith Fritcha, West CR 900S, Silver Lake. They were married Sept. 6, 1997, and separated July 13, 2001. There are no minor children.
Gunnels
Millard W. and Nancy A. Gunnels, U.S. 30E, Pierceton. They were married Aug. 5, 2000, and separated Aug. 20, 2001. There are no minor children.
Harner
Charity Harner, North Webster, and William K. Harner,Cromwell. They were married Feb. 7, 1995, and separated June 25, 1999. There are two minor children.
Mayer
Heather D. Mayer, South Viking Drive, Mentone, and Dustin C. Mayer, East CR 200N, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 2, 1996, and separated July 3, 2001. There are two minor children.
Miller
Ronald Miller, North Nancy Drive, Warsaw, and Tammy S. Miller, Sandra Lane, Winona Lake. They were married July 3, 1987, and separated July 17, 2001. There is one minor child.
Pence
Rita Pence, South Woodland Trail, Warsaw, and Jordan Pence, East CR 375S, Warsaw. They were married May 28, 1998, and separated Aug. 23, 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. Rex and Leticia Howell, et al. Plaintiff awarded $65,040.19 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.
• The Chase Manhattan Bank v. Mark and Jamie Morris and Donald W. and Sharon L. Fralick. Plaintiff awarded summary judgment of $74,359.96, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• OSI Portfolio Services Inc. v. Joseph Graff. Plaintiff awarded $1,927.99, plus interest and court costs.
• Coast-Plymouth Tax Lien Capital, LLC, v. Beverly Irwin, et al. Plaintiff declared owner of real estate in question and title ordered quieted.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Stanley Salyer v. Scott R. Breyfogle.
• Eastlund Enterprises Inc. v. John K. Longenbaugh.
• Randle and Mary Elizabeth Bowmer v. Kenneth Koenig.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Gary E. and Jody L. Miller. Sept. 7.
• Elizabeth and Chris Cramer. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $2,500 per month in child support. Sept. 10.
Dismissal
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Mary J. and Roger D. Layne.
Other Action
• Rebecca A. Carlson's request for a vehicle title is granted, with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles ordered to issue the title.
• Doreen L. Burnau's request for a restricted license is granted, allowing her to drive for employment and child care purposes only.
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.
• Baker Management, 703 N. Huntington St., Suite 102, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $16,000. Debts: $159,625.
• Merlyn Elrod, 405 Wooster Road, Winona Lake. Chapter 13. Assets: $327,750. Debts: $224,929.
• Chad and Denise Jones, 1018 E. Northwinds Drive, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $143,170. Debts: $184,564.
• Danny and Denise Perry, 108 N. Maple St., Milford. Chapter 7. Assets: $2,050. Debts: $10,700.
• Richard and Mary Ann Ritter, 1405 Wabash Ave., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $64,905. Debts: $65,120.
• Mark Thacker and Michelle Thacker, also known as Michelle Quick, 507 S. Main St., Bourbon. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,660. Debts: $17,283.
• Phillip West and Marlies West, also known as Marlies Selent-West, 914 S. Martz St., Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $110,240. Debts: $138,097. [[In-content Ad]]
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