Times-Union Court News 10-23-2001
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:
• Robert Alan Byrd, 22, North Main Street, Syracuse, and Cassandra Jolene Keck, 22, EMS D23 Lane, Syracuse.
• Juan Carlos Flores, 26, Elkhart, and Joyce Ann Boniphant, 46, East South Street, Milford.
• Jeremy Kevin Fox, 24, and Heather Anne Figa, 25, both of Boynton Beach, Fla.
• Stephen Thomas Henn, 25, and Lydia Frances Lloyd, 21, both of Lindberg Drive, Warsaw.
• Richard Allen Justice, 80, and Elizabeth Jowers, 80, both of Ind. 13N, Pierceton.
• Troy Daniel King, 27,and Katherine Leigh King, 27, both of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• William Harrison Miller, 51, South Columbia Street, Warsaw, and Pamela Ann Turner, 52, West CR 850S,Claypool.
• Ritto Antonio Rivera, 23, and Linnette Joyce Giovanni, 18, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Edwin A. Schwartz, 20, CR 50, Nappanee, and Hannah Elaine Borkholder, 19, West CR 1350N, Milford.
• Christopher Steven Slimak, 31, and Tracy Lynne Heisler, 30, both of East Dellview Drive, Warsaw.
• Robert Alan Young, 32, North Orchard Drive, Warsaw, and Rita Kay Napier, 23, East CR 725S, Pierceton.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• CreditMax Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Susan E. Good, $1,225.88; Larry E. and Lori J. Reust, $1,931.57; Angela J. Gossett, $3,000; Melissa A. McIntosh, $3,000; Arthur L. Huffer, $3,000; and Gregory P. Sherer, $3,000.
• Tenney & Sons Inc. v. Deborah Tanner. Plaintiff awarded $150.50.
• Desmond Jackson v. Ernesto Ortega. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Leann Gump, $96.70; Rick A. Wright, $1,941.40; John Wright, $102.68; Doris J. Palmer, $539.65; Samantha S. Sinn, $161.41; and Mark Slone, $2,901.10.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Melissa K. Hunt, $1,945.88; Kevin Jones, $554.46; Crystal L. Sledge, $424.20; Gary and Susan Johnson, $1,756.34; and Timothy Calhoun, $1,263.26.
• M. Jack and E. Lois Crandell v. Jerald B. and Jenette J. Aker. Plaintiffs awarded $309.50.
• Credit Bureau of South Bend awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Sonya Kenner, $347.39; Anthony Wimsatt, $228.24; Rick D. Kuhn, $396.50; Rick D. Kuhn, $503; Terry Woodling, $550; Steven D. McDonald, $390; Myrna Schaff, $1,359.05; and Daryla K. Monesmith, $2,062.
• Main Channel Marina v. Charles and Laura Schnurpel. Plaintiff awarded $657.48.
• Teachers Credit Union awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Carol and Francisco Jurado, $1,464.80, and Chad Laughlin, $965.16.
• Lee Ann Richardson v. David Johnston. Plaintiff awarded $800.
• Snow & Sauerteig v. J.C. and Glenda Wood. Plaintiff awarded $1,340.59.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Rex Westerman, $263.92; Nora J. Wilson Warren, $356.46; Michael Thomas, $359.06; Wayne Tedrick, $264.41; Joann Carr, $1,179.34; and Robert Zuniga, $285.46.
• Woodlawn Hospital awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Lisa A. Alderfer, $417.36, and Bob and Lisa Howard, $116.32.
• American General Finance awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Chad Laughlin, $1,134.67; Jose Ybarra, $1,169.67; David R. Creekmore, $2,264.22; and Joseph A. Gamble, $1,576.02.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: James P. Berner, $940.81; Ben A. and Mary Miller, $181.43; Lester and Sue Cannon, $572.78; Stacy Williams Wilson, $432.96; Amanda J. McGuire, $156.15; and Gary G. and Cynthia Harris, $139.34.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters v. Thomas and Marsha Edmunds. Plaintiff awarded $347.92.
• Bryon J. Berry v. Timothy Porter. Plaintiff awarded $356.16.
• Ron Stuckman v. Roy Messer. Plaintiff awarded $904.
• Marineland Gardens Community v. Michael Russell. Plaintiff awarded $1,246.15.
• Ginter Electric Service Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Ricci L. Moore, $924.67; Tim Garris, $579.22; Virginia Garza, $549.91; Javier O. Ortiz, $377.40; Ed Yarian, $172.95.
• Lewis L. and Pauline Daugherty v. Danelle Solinas. Plaintiff awarded $1,430.70.
• Sheri A. Myers v. Cary Smith. Plaintiff awarded $2,779.75.
• Jones Hardware Inc. v. Shawn Shepherd. Plaintiff awarded $346.43.
• Fairlane Mobile Home Park v. Toby Slone. Plaintiff awarded $1,335.
• Kenneth and Pamela S. McGreevy v. Michele L. Roney. Plaintiffs declared owners of house trailer.
• John N. Gardner v. Teresa Ann Ashby. Plaintiff awarded $2,302.75.
• Lida M. Heeter v. Ronald D. Heeter. Plaintiff awarded $1,080.
• Gordon and Mary Vanator v. Don Barton. Plaintiff awarded $893.39.
• FSF Inc., doing business as First Step Financial, awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Martin Tlahuel, $3,000; Avonda S. Weber, $3,000; Jennifer L. Jones, $3,000; Elijah D. Condinho, $3,000; Todd A. Helton, $3,000; Randall W. and Eva L. Baker, $3,000; Gregory L. and Vickie M. Marchand, $3,000; William K. and Amy B. Jenkins, $2,176.27; and Annette L. Ratcliff, $3,000.
• Money Matters Professional awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Betsy J. Howard, $242.25; Benjamin W. Sickmiller, $748; Tammy Rothenberger and Robert Stevens, $209.33; Michael J. Hively, $552; Michael A. Meade Jr., $846.67; Kara and Phil Curry, $712; Debra and Brian Carter, $386.01; Michelle Parker, $412.33; Craig M. Coyle, $926.67; Ronald and Jennifer L. White, $326.67; Peggy Woodward, $221.07; and Timothy S. Schoettmer, $2,200.80.
• Reed & Earhart v. Chris Moore. Plaintiff awarded $514.80.
• Allen Collections awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Lori and Roger D. West, $400, and Jenette J. Aker, $316.59.
• Professional Account Services v. Rebecca A. Nichols. Plaintiff awarded $386.45.
• Janet E. and Troy A. Ousley v. Cary Smith. Plaintiff awarded $1,975.
• Ace Hardware of Warsaw Inc. v. Tracy Howard. Plaintiff awarded $1,371.25.
• Truex Embroidery v. Ford Olinger and Dutch and Ford Foundation. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Kerri Schrock v. Jason Stouder. Plaintiff awarded $600.
• Rent-A-Center v. Samuel Stump. Plaintiff awarded $1,104.12.
• James L. Walmer v. Dawn Decker. Plaintiff awarded $1,613.76.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. v. John May. Plaintiff awarded $751.45.
Superior Court II
The following misdemeanors and infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko Superior Court II with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following people also paid $329.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $100 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Allan Delagrange, Syracuse.
Fined $20.50 in August, sentenced to 20 days in jail and license restricted 180 days was John Mahnken, Syracuse.
Judgment (court costs only) in April against, sentenced to three days in jail and license suspended 90 days was David Hentzell, Pierceton.
Fined $70.50 in April, sentenced to 12 days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Amanda Akers, North Manchester.
Fined $100 in February, sentenced to nine days in jail and license suspended 180 days was David Pogue, Syracuse.
Fined $25 in February, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Eduardo Ortiz, Winona Lake.
The following person also paid $129.50 in court costs:
Speed Contest - Fined $250 in September and license suspended 60 days was Matthew May, Pierceton.
Driving Without A Commercial Driver's License When Required - Fined $100 in September was Lucas Wade, Syracuse.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $70.50 in May and license suspended 90 days was Donald Richardson, Winona Lake.
Fined $74.50 in March and license suspended 180 days was Eric McFarland, Warsaw.
Driving Having Never Had A License - Judgment (court costs only) in February against Eduardo Ortiz, Winona Lake.
The following person also paid $129 in court costs:
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in September was John R. Schlick, Rochester.
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in September and license suspended 60 days was Daniel Kierpaul, Claypool.
Fined $50 in September was Ben C. Durham, Pierceton.
Fined $100 in August was Amy R. Green, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in August was Mark N. Nason, Warsaw.
Judgment (court costs only) in April against David Hentzell, Pierceton.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $50 in August, license suspended 180 days and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Louis J.Milos, Winona Lake.
Fined $75 in May, license suspended 180 days and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Jason R. Melcher, Winona Lake.
Fined $25 in May, license suspended 180 days and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Michael O'Connell, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in August was Goble Shepherd, Warsaw
Conversion - Fined $250 in August was Anthony J. Fitzgerald, Warsaw.
Criminal Trespassing - Judgment (court costs only) in June against Bellinda Ellison, Syracuse.
Criminal Mischief - Fined $71 in May was Juan Larious, Nappanee.
Battery - Fined $100 in May and ordered to pay a $100 juvenile fee was Melissa Albright, Warsaw.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $46 in April was Paul Fisher, Syracuse.
Carrying A Handgun - Judgment (court costs only) in April against and ordered to pay a $200 safe school fee was David Hentzell, Pierceton.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Judgment (court costs only) in February against Dixie Knisely, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $79.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in September was Andre W. Rager, 24, Mentone.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in September was Scott E. Stephens, 29, Claypool.
Fined $50 in August was Dale Grady, 33, Syracuse.
Fined $25 in July was Terrance L. Osterhoudt, 34, Warsaw.
Violation Of Restricted Driver's License - Fined $25 in August was Brian J. Lowry, 23, Warsaw.
The following person also paid $79 in court costs:
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor Under Age 18 - Fined $1 in September was Gene M. Poe, 17, Warsaw.
The following person was assessed no court costs:
Child Restraint Violation - Judgment in September against Alan W. Sumpter, 45, Warsaw.
The following person was found not guilty of charges:
Intimidation - (February) Michael O. Hale, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (September) Tammy Wise, Warsaw; Shawn Irwin, Leesburg (two counts; (April) Ginger Hornbaker, Akron (two counts).
Disorderly Conduct - (June) Bellinda Ellison, Syracuse.
Failure To Stop After An Accident - (March) Eric McFarland, Warsaw.
Estates
The following estates, with an estimated value of $250,000 or more to be divided among the named beneficiaries, were filed in either Kosciusko Superior Court I or Kosciusko Circuit Court:
• Paul W. Peacock died Sept. 19, 2000, at age 53, leaving an estate valued at $1,897,201. Beneficiaries: Maria C. Peacock, spouse, Warsaw; Paula M. Peacock-Bickel, daughter, Niles, Mich.; Tracy Lynn Peacock, daughter, Chicago, Ill.; and Daniel R. Peacock, son, Warsaw.
• Betty Gelbaugh died Sept. 1, 2001, at age 72, leaving an estate valued at $500,000. Beneficiaries: Jo Ann Bowerman, daughter, Wilmington, N.C.; Karen S. Briney, daughter, North Old Farm Road East, Warsaw; and Leslie Oakes, daughter, EMS B22 Lane, Pierceton.
• Walter C. Keal died Sept. 7, 2001, at age 74, leaving an estate valued at $663,000. Beneficiaries: Curt Keal, son, Medina, Ohio, and Keith Keal, son, Charlotte, N.C.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• General Motors Acceptance Corp. v. Tobie Ummel, EMS R4A Lane, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $4,277.47 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Town of Etna Green v. Randy Borkholder, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks an order for Borkholder to abate the nuisance on his property and that the court assess a fine of $10 per day until compliance with town code is made. Plaintiff also seeks costs incurred and court costs.
• One Beacon Insurance Group v. Terry A. and Grace E. Woodling and Amanda N. Wright, all of Short Street, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $5,401.45 as paid to insured claimants, Brian and Barbara Hodge, after an April 17, 2001, auto accident. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• American Acceptance, as assignee of Providian, v. Robert A. Wright, North Acorn Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,450.66 due on agreement, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Finance Service Corp., as assignee of Aspirecard, v. John Sutton, EMS B49 Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,966.31 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Capital One Bank v. Brent A. Rice, East Wooster Road, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $763.93 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Midland Finance Co. v. Ramiro Rodriguez, Husky Trail, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,798.57 due on agreement, plus interest, $500 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Rachelle Bickey, doing business as B&B Investments, v. Leonard J. Morseau Jr., Bristol; BNC Mortgage Inc., Indianapolis; and Pokagon Bank Housing Authority Co., Kalamazoo, Mich. Plaintiff seeks (1) $16,850 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment, and (2) $5,250 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• State Farm Mutual Auto Insurance Co. (subrogee of Charles M. Sapen) v. Kari L. Hughes, Wexford Place, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,481 as paid to insured claimant, Sapen, after a June 2, 2000, auto accident at Argonne Road and East Jefferson Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
Marriage Dissolution
Wazenkewitz
Melanie Wazenkewitz, North Harrison Street, Syracuse, and Robert T. Wazenkewitz, West Valleyview, Syracuse. They were married Aug. 9, 1996, and separated Sept. 2, 2001. There are no minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• SAC Finance Inc. v. Vernon L. Smith. Plaintiff awarded $6,361.44 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Refinance America Inc. v. Jerry J. Smith. Plaintiff awarded $6,784.05 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Principal Residential Mortgage Inc. v. Christopher K. Sabin and Melissa M. Wagoner. Plaintiff awarded $84,789.39 by default, plus interest, $750 in attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. v. Clifford Prater. Plaintiff awarded $5,936.67 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Brenda Sweets and Steven R.Hill v. Julia A. Arrowwood. Plaintiff awarded $12,355.55 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• State Auto Insurance Co. v. Rick L. Kensinger Busz. Plaintiff awarded $4,628.80 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Asset Acceptance Corp. v. Tim Hawkins. Plaintiff awarded $7,419.84 by default, plus court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Michael Bova v. J&M Enterprises, doing business as The Channel Marker Restaurant.
• Walmer Supply Inc. v. Markson Products and Russell Rose.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Monogram Credit Card Bank of Georgia v. Leonard K. Petre.
• Teachers Credit Union v. Jeffrey A. Hunter.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Bernardo and Susan K. Cisneros. Oct. 1.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Shauna Davidson v. Chad Derf, West Sunset Shore Drive, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 9, 1999, auto accident on Smith Street. Plaintiff also seeks interest and court costs.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Martina Esquivel, North Mill Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $53,831.05 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.
• Michael S. and Angela M. Shepherd v. Cheryl E. Miller, North Fifth Street, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Aug. 7, 2000, auto accident at CRs 29 and 127. Plaintiffs also see court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Amy L. and Christopher A. Beller v. George Prater, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a March 6, 2001, auto accident on U.S. 30, near the entrance to Woodland Plaza, Warsaw. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Brenda and Michael MacOwan, North Venetian Way, Cromwell, v. Justin Gerber, East CR 1000N, Syracuse, and Westfield, Insurance Co., Indianapolis. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of two counts to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Nov. 5, 1999, auto accident. Plaintiffs also seek underinsured motorists limits available and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc, formerly known as Compass Receivables Management Corp., v. Chad M. Ramenda, North Center Street, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $9,690.34 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• ABN AMRO Mortgage Group Inc. v. Deeana L. Tyler, West Hillside Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $64,848 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.
• City of Warsaw v. Steven and Abbey Jo Hagan, Shady Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an order requiring the Hagans to connect to the city sewer system, plus court costs and attorney fees.
• American General Finance v. the following people for the amounts noted due on promissory note, plus interest and court costs: Alexandra and Bobbie J. Davis, East Sheridan Street, Warsaw, $8,368.62, and Jay A. Hyde, East CR 800N, Leesburg, $3,275.95.
• Kim L. Enyart v. Velma L. Heeley, North CR 475E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount for injuries and damage resulting from a Nov. 17, 2000, auto accident at the intersection of Bronson Street and Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff also requests a trial by jury.
• Citicapital Commercial Corp. v. Turkey Run Builders, LLC, Syracuse; Michael Wandling, Mishawaka; and Jeremy Nichols, Ligonier. Plaintiff seeks $15,042.66 due on contract, plus interest and possession and sale of collateral to satisfy judgment.
• Citibank/NA v. Kolin Young, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw, and John and Jane Doe, East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $93,040 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.
• Residential Funding Corp. v. Byron L. Harris, Reider Street, Warsaw, and Carl and Connie Wetters, EMS B61 Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $65,610 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.
• LaSalle Bank/NA v. Roy and Jody Vanderford, North CR 925E, North Webster, and First Step Finance Inc., Elkhart. Plaintiff seeks $95,744.23 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.
• Aames Home Loan v. David J. and Nancy Housouer, Yant Street, Silver Lake, and First Step Finance, Elkhart; Lake City Bank; and Jerry Johnson, South CR 200W,Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $85,741.82 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.
• United Credit Union v. Ryan Bussard and Daniel Hill, North Elm Street, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $8,775.20 due on promissory note, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Carol Sue Houser and Judith A. Trusdell v. Bonnie Rae Cantwell, Fort Wayne, and Deborah Katherine Mayer, McCordsville. Plaintiffs seek partition of real estate in Trusdell's Addition on Lake Wawasee.
Name Change
• Lefie Deen Blanton seeks to change his name to Leffie Dean Blanton.
Marriage Dissolutions
Long
Kimberly Long, West CR 500S, Mentone, and Rex A. Long, North CR 950W, Etna Green. They were married March 7, 1992, and separated Aug. 25, 2001. There are four minor children.
Lopez
Joe L. Lopez, Kincaide Street, Warsaw, and Elizabeth A. Lopez, South CR 400E, Pierceton. They were married Dec. 23, 1987, and separated Oct. 5, 2001. There are no minor children.
McMillan
Sheila McMillan, Kosciusko County, and Shawn McMillan, Fort Wayne. They were married Sept. 16, 1996, and separated Sept. 5, 2001. There are no minor children.
Poe
Frank A. Poe, Scott Road, Claypool, and Sandra L. Poe, Richmond. They were married Dec. 24, 2000, and separated May 3, 2001. There are no minor children.
Watkins
Tracy Watkins, North CR 150E, Warsaw, and Todd Watkins, Idlewild, Mich. They were married June 3, 1994, and separated Oct. 12, 2001. There is one minor child.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Providian National Bank v. Mark A. Rice. Plaintiff awarded $15,278.65 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Conseco Finance Servicing Corp. v. Frederick A. Kyles and Michelle L. Casey. Plaintiff awarded $80,619.56 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.
• Manufacturers & Traders Trust Co. v. Steve and Deanna Salmons. Plaintiff awarded $79,966.48 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.
• Teachers Credit Union v. Mitchell J.R. and Pami E. Hunsberger, et al. Plaintiff awarded $99,843.07 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.
• American General Finance Inc. v. Leeanne Coffman. Plaintiff awarded $3,265.34 by default, plus court costs.
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. Samuel Stump. Stump fined $200, plus interest, for violation of ordinance.
• CreditMax Inc. v. John A. and Ellen Stangland. Plaintiff awarded $6,659.82 by default.
• State of Indiana awarded the judgments noted by default, plus court costs, against the following people: Nancy J. Elliott, $1,454.62; Rex C. Lewallen, $3,528; and Andrew D. Jervis, $2,924.
• Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA v. Ricky and Amber Mulldune, et al. Plaintiff awarded $74,480.62 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.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Robert McQueen v. Michael Webb and Austin Ramsay.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Andrew P. Anglemyer and Julie A. Kirk.
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. Richard Krull.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Lee Ann (former name Birmingham restored) and Richard Glenn Wagoner Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $85 per week in child support. Oct. 9.
• Kristine (former name Lotz restored) and Charles Louthain. Oct. 12.
• Carrie S. and Douglas L. Davis. Father awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. Oct. 12.
• Richard A. and Amy B. Dian. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. No child support ordered. Oct. 15.
• Rae Ann and James L. Markley. Oct. 15.
• Douglas A. and G. Terri Ogden. Oct. 15.
• Chrissy and Travis Tanner. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $118 per week in child support. Oct. 16.
• Deloris Ann (former name Gonzales restored) and Lee Roy Edmunds. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. No child support ordered at this time. Oct. 16.
• Mandy L. and Anthony N. Jacobson. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $75 per week in child support. Oct. 17.
• Sydney and John M. Ward Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $42 per week in child support. Oct. 17.
Other Action
• Mark Dillon v. Paintball USA Inc. and Rich Miller.
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.
• Lee Roy and Dorothy Bentley, 1998 E. Riverside Drive, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $17,245. Debts: $43,812.
• Debra Brown, 5 EMS B13 Lane, Pierceton. Chapter 7. Assets: $97,005. Debts: $173,761.
• Kurt Gunkel and Mari Gunkel, also known as Mari Sawesky, 817 Arbor Vista Drive, North Webster. Chapter 7. Assets: $116,170. Debts: $167,267.
• John Larson Sr., 1535 Ninth St., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $11,446. Debts: $103,943.
• Scott Linville, 456 E. Walnut St., Nappanee. Chapter 13. Assets: $1,300. Debts: $62,266.
• Noel Sparks, 20327 U.S. 6, Milford. Chapter 7. Assets: $740. Debts: $96,760.
• Kent Vick, 319 Westwood Lane, Rochester, and Julie Vick, 6742 Ind. 25N, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $110,300. Debts: $142,628.
• Eugene and Patricia Young, 509 E. Lyon St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $23,025. Debts: $55,626. [[In-content Ad]]
Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Robert Alan Byrd, 22, North Main Street, Syracuse, and Cassandra Jolene Keck, 22, EMS D23 Lane, Syracuse.
• Juan Carlos Flores, 26, Elkhart, and Joyce Ann Boniphant, 46, East South Street, Milford.
• Jeremy Kevin Fox, 24, and Heather Anne Figa, 25, both of Boynton Beach, Fla.
• Stephen Thomas Henn, 25, and Lydia Frances Lloyd, 21, both of Lindberg Drive, Warsaw.
• Richard Allen Justice, 80, and Elizabeth Jowers, 80, both of Ind. 13N, Pierceton.
• Troy Daniel King, 27,and Katherine Leigh King, 27, both of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• William Harrison Miller, 51, South Columbia Street, Warsaw, and Pamela Ann Turner, 52, West CR 850S,Claypool.
• Ritto Antonio Rivera, 23, and Linnette Joyce Giovanni, 18, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Edwin A. Schwartz, 20, CR 50, Nappanee, and Hannah Elaine Borkholder, 19, West CR 1350N, Milford.
• Christopher Steven Slimak, 31, and Tracy Lynne Heisler, 30, both of East Dellview Drive, Warsaw.
• Robert Alan Young, 32, North Orchard Drive, Warsaw, and Rita Kay Napier, 23, East CR 725S, Pierceton.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• CreditMax Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Susan E. Good, $1,225.88; Larry E. and Lori J. Reust, $1,931.57; Angela J. Gossett, $3,000; Melissa A. McIntosh, $3,000; Arthur L. Huffer, $3,000; and Gregory P. Sherer, $3,000.
• Tenney & Sons Inc. v. Deborah Tanner. Plaintiff awarded $150.50.
• Desmond Jackson v. Ernesto Ortega. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Leann Gump, $96.70; Rick A. Wright, $1,941.40; John Wright, $102.68; Doris J. Palmer, $539.65; Samantha S. Sinn, $161.41; and Mark Slone, $2,901.10.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Melissa K. Hunt, $1,945.88; Kevin Jones, $554.46; Crystal L. Sledge, $424.20; Gary and Susan Johnson, $1,756.34; and Timothy Calhoun, $1,263.26.
• M. Jack and E. Lois Crandell v. Jerald B. and Jenette J. Aker. Plaintiffs awarded $309.50.
• Credit Bureau of South Bend awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Sonya Kenner, $347.39; Anthony Wimsatt, $228.24; Rick D. Kuhn, $396.50; Rick D. Kuhn, $503; Terry Woodling, $550; Steven D. McDonald, $390; Myrna Schaff, $1,359.05; and Daryla K. Monesmith, $2,062.
• Main Channel Marina v. Charles and Laura Schnurpel. Plaintiff awarded $657.48.
• Teachers Credit Union awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Carol and Francisco Jurado, $1,464.80, and Chad Laughlin, $965.16.
• Lee Ann Richardson v. David Johnston. Plaintiff awarded $800.
• Snow & Sauerteig v. J.C. and Glenda Wood. Plaintiff awarded $1,340.59.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Rex Westerman, $263.92; Nora J. Wilson Warren, $356.46; Michael Thomas, $359.06; Wayne Tedrick, $264.41; Joann Carr, $1,179.34; and Robert Zuniga, $285.46.
• Woodlawn Hospital awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Lisa A. Alderfer, $417.36, and Bob and Lisa Howard, $116.32.
• American General Finance awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Chad Laughlin, $1,134.67; Jose Ybarra, $1,169.67; David R. Creekmore, $2,264.22; and Joseph A. Gamble, $1,576.02.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: James P. Berner, $940.81; Ben A. and Mary Miller, $181.43; Lester and Sue Cannon, $572.78; Stacy Williams Wilson, $432.96; Amanda J. McGuire, $156.15; and Gary G. and Cynthia Harris, $139.34.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters v. Thomas and Marsha Edmunds. Plaintiff awarded $347.92.
• Bryon J. Berry v. Timothy Porter. Plaintiff awarded $356.16.
• Ron Stuckman v. Roy Messer. Plaintiff awarded $904.
• Marineland Gardens Community v. Michael Russell. Plaintiff awarded $1,246.15.
• Ginter Electric Service Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Ricci L. Moore, $924.67; Tim Garris, $579.22; Virginia Garza, $549.91; Javier O. Ortiz, $377.40; Ed Yarian, $172.95.
• Lewis L. and Pauline Daugherty v. Danelle Solinas. Plaintiff awarded $1,430.70.
• Sheri A. Myers v. Cary Smith. Plaintiff awarded $2,779.75.
• Jones Hardware Inc. v. Shawn Shepherd. Plaintiff awarded $346.43.
• Fairlane Mobile Home Park v. Toby Slone. Plaintiff awarded $1,335.
• Kenneth and Pamela S. McGreevy v. Michele L. Roney. Plaintiffs declared owners of house trailer.
• John N. Gardner v. Teresa Ann Ashby. Plaintiff awarded $2,302.75.
• Lida M. Heeter v. Ronald D. Heeter. Plaintiff awarded $1,080.
• Gordon and Mary Vanator v. Don Barton. Plaintiff awarded $893.39.
• FSF Inc., doing business as First Step Financial, awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Martin Tlahuel, $3,000; Avonda S. Weber, $3,000; Jennifer L. Jones, $3,000; Elijah D. Condinho, $3,000; Todd A. Helton, $3,000; Randall W. and Eva L. Baker, $3,000; Gregory L. and Vickie M. Marchand, $3,000; William K. and Amy B. Jenkins, $2,176.27; and Annette L. Ratcliff, $3,000.
• Money Matters Professional awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Betsy J. Howard, $242.25; Benjamin W. Sickmiller, $748; Tammy Rothenberger and Robert Stevens, $209.33; Michael J. Hively, $552; Michael A. Meade Jr., $846.67; Kara and Phil Curry, $712; Debra and Brian Carter, $386.01; Michelle Parker, $412.33; Craig M. Coyle, $926.67; Ronald and Jennifer L. White, $326.67; Peggy Woodward, $221.07; and Timothy S. Schoettmer, $2,200.80.
• Reed & Earhart v. Chris Moore. Plaintiff awarded $514.80.
• Allen Collections awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Lori and Roger D. West, $400, and Jenette J. Aker, $316.59.
• Professional Account Services v. Rebecca A. Nichols. Plaintiff awarded $386.45.
• Janet E. and Troy A. Ousley v. Cary Smith. Plaintiff awarded $1,975.
• Ace Hardware of Warsaw Inc. v. Tracy Howard. Plaintiff awarded $1,371.25.
• Truex Embroidery v. Ford Olinger and Dutch and Ford Foundation. Plaintiff awarded $500.
• Kerri Schrock v. Jason Stouder. Plaintiff awarded $600.
• Rent-A-Center v. Samuel Stump. Plaintiff awarded $1,104.12.
• James L. Walmer v. Dawn Decker. Plaintiff awarded $1,613.76.
• North Central Cooperative Inc. v. John May. Plaintiff awarded $751.45.
Superior Court II
The following misdemeanors and infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko Superior Court II with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following people also paid $329.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $100 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Allan Delagrange, Syracuse.
Fined $20.50 in August, sentenced to 20 days in jail and license restricted 180 days was John Mahnken, Syracuse.
Judgment (court costs only) in April against, sentenced to three days in jail and license suspended 90 days was David Hentzell, Pierceton.
Fined $70.50 in April, sentenced to 12 days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Amanda Akers, North Manchester.
Fined $100 in February, sentenced to nine days in jail and license suspended 180 days was David Pogue, Syracuse.
Fined $25 in February, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Eduardo Ortiz, Winona Lake.
The following person also paid $129.50 in court costs:
Speed Contest - Fined $250 in September and license suspended 60 days was Matthew May, Pierceton.
Driving Without A Commercial Driver's License When Required - Fined $100 in September was Lucas Wade, Syracuse.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $70.50 in May and license suspended 90 days was Donald Richardson, Winona Lake.
Fined $74.50 in March and license suspended 180 days was Eric McFarland, Warsaw.
Driving Having Never Had A License - Judgment (court costs only) in February against Eduardo Ortiz, Winona Lake.
The following person also paid $129 in court costs:
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in September was John R. Schlick, Rochester.
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in September and license suspended 60 days was Daniel Kierpaul, Claypool.
Fined $50 in September was Ben C. Durham, Pierceton.
Fined $100 in August was Amy R. Green, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in August was Mark N. Nason, Warsaw.
Judgment (court costs only) in April against David Hentzell, Pierceton.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $50 in August, license suspended 180 days and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Louis J.Milos, Winona Lake.
Fined $75 in May, license suspended 180 days and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Jason R. Melcher, Winona Lake.
Fined $25 in May, license suspended 180 days and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Michael O'Connell, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in August was Goble Shepherd, Warsaw
Conversion - Fined $250 in August was Anthony J. Fitzgerald, Warsaw.
Criminal Trespassing - Judgment (court costs only) in June against Bellinda Ellison, Syracuse.
Criminal Mischief - Fined $71 in May was Juan Larious, Nappanee.
Battery - Fined $100 in May and ordered to pay a $100 juvenile fee was Melissa Albright, Warsaw.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $46 in April was Paul Fisher, Syracuse.
Carrying A Handgun - Judgment (court costs only) in April against and ordered to pay a $200 safe school fee was David Hentzell, Pierceton.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Judgment (court costs only) in February against Dixie Knisely, Syracuse.
The following people also paid $79.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in September was Andre W. Rager, 24, Mentone.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in September was Scott E. Stephens, 29, Claypool.
Fined $50 in August was Dale Grady, 33, Syracuse.
Fined $25 in July was Terrance L. Osterhoudt, 34, Warsaw.
Violation Of Restricted Driver's License - Fined $25 in August was Brian J. Lowry, 23, Warsaw.
The following person also paid $79 in court costs:
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor Under Age 18 - Fined $1 in September was Gene M. Poe, 17, Warsaw.
The following person was assessed no court costs:
Child Restraint Violation - Judgment in September against Alan W. Sumpter, 45, Warsaw.
The following person was found not guilty of charges:
Intimidation - (February) Michael O. Hale, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Check Deception - (September) Tammy Wise, Warsaw; Shawn Irwin, Leesburg (two counts; (April) Ginger Hornbaker, Akron (two counts).
Disorderly Conduct - (June) Bellinda Ellison, Syracuse.
Failure To Stop After An Accident - (March) Eric McFarland, Warsaw.
Estates
The following estates, with an estimated value of $250,000 or more to be divided among the named beneficiaries, were filed in either Kosciusko Superior Court I or Kosciusko Circuit Court:
• Paul W. Peacock died Sept. 19, 2000, at age 53, leaving an estate valued at $1,897,201. Beneficiaries: Maria C. Peacock, spouse, Warsaw; Paula M. Peacock-Bickel, daughter, Niles, Mich.; Tracy Lynn Peacock, daughter, Chicago, Ill.; and Daniel R. Peacock, son, Warsaw.
• Betty Gelbaugh died Sept. 1, 2001, at age 72, leaving an estate valued at $500,000. Beneficiaries: Jo Ann Bowerman, daughter, Wilmington, N.C.; Karen S. Briney, daughter, North Old Farm Road East, Warsaw; and Leslie Oakes, daughter, EMS B22 Lane, Pierceton.
• Walter C. Keal died Sept. 7, 2001, at age 74, leaving an estate valued at $663,000. Beneficiaries: Curt Keal, son, Medina, Ohio, and Keith Keal, son, Charlotte, N.C.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• General Motors Acceptance Corp. v. Tobie Ummel, EMS R4A Lane, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $4,277.47 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Town of Etna Green v. Randy Borkholder, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks an order for Borkholder to abate the nuisance on his property and that the court assess a fine of $10 per day until compliance with town code is made. Plaintiff also seeks costs incurred and court costs.
• One Beacon Insurance Group v. Terry A. and Grace E. Woodling and Amanda N. Wright, all of Short Street, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $5,401.45 as paid to insured claimants, Brian and Barbara Hodge, after an April 17, 2001, auto accident. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• American Acceptance, as assignee of Providian, v. Robert A. Wright, North Acorn Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,450.66 due on agreement, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Finance Service Corp., as assignee of Aspirecard, v. John Sutton, EMS B49 Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,966.31 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Capital One Bank v. Brent A. Rice, East Wooster Road, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $763.93 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Midland Finance Co. v. Ramiro Rodriguez, Husky Trail, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,798.57 due on agreement, plus interest, $500 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Rachelle Bickey, doing business as B&B Investments, v. Leonard J. Morseau Jr., Bristol; BNC Mortgage Inc., Indianapolis; and Pokagon Bank Housing Authority Co., Kalamazoo, Mich. Plaintiff seeks (1) $16,850 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment, and (2) $5,250 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• State Farm Mutual Auto Insurance Co. (subrogee of Charles M. Sapen) v. Kari L. Hughes, Wexford Place, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,481 as paid to insured claimant, Sapen, after a June 2, 2000, auto accident at Argonne Road and East Jefferson Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
Marriage Dissolution
Wazenkewitz
Melanie Wazenkewitz, North Harrison Street, Syracuse, and Robert T. Wazenkewitz, West Valleyview, Syracuse. They were married Aug. 9, 1996, and separated Sept. 2, 2001. There are no minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• SAC Finance Inc. v. Vernon L. Smith. Plaintiff awarded $6,361.44 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Refinance America Inc. v. Jerry J. Smith. Plaintiff awarded $6,784.05 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Principal Residential Mortgage Inc. v. Christopher K. Sabin and Melissa M. Wagoner. Plaintiff awarded $84,789.39 by default, plus interest, $750 in attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. v. Clifford Prater. Plaintiff awarded $5,936.67 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Brenda Sweets and Steven R.Hill v. Julia A. Arrowwood. Plaintiff awarded $12,355.55 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• State Auto Insurance Co. v. Rick L. Kensinger Busz. Plaintiff awarded $4,628.80 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Asset Acceptance Corp. v. Tim Hawkins. Plaintiff awarded $7,419.84 by default, plus court costs.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Michael Bova v. J&M Enterprises, doing business as The Channel Marker Restaurant.
• Walmer Supply Inc. v. Markson Products and Russell Rose.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Monogram Credit Card Bank of Georgia v. Leonard K. Petre.
• Teachers Credit Union v. Jeffrey A. Hunter.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Bernardo and Susan K. Cisneros. Oct. 1.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Shauna Davidson v. Chad Derf, West Sunset Shore Drive, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 9, 1999, auto accident on Smith Street. Plaintiff also seeks interest and court costs.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Martina Esquivel, North Mill Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $53,831.05 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.
• Michael S. and Angela M. Shepherd v. Cheryl E. Miller, North Fifth Street, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Aug. 7, 2000, auto accident at CRs 29 and 127. Plaintiffs also see court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Amy L. and Christopher A. Beller v. George Prater, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a March 6, 2001, auto accident on U.S. 30, near the entrance to Woodland Plaza, Warsaw. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Brenda and Michael MacOwan, North Venetian Way, Cromwell, v. Justin Gerber, East CR 1000N, Syracuse, and Westfield, Insurance Co., Indianapolis. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of two counts to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Nov. 5, 1999, auto accident. Plaintiffs also seek underinsured motorists limits available and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc, formerly known as Compass Receivables Management Corp., v. Chad M. Ramenda, North Center Street, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $9,690.34 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• ABN AMRO Mortgage Group Inc. v. Deeana L. Tyler, West Hillside Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $64,848 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.
• City of Warsaw v. Steven and Abbey Jo Hagan, Shady Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an order requiring the Hagans to connect to the city sewer system, plus court costs and attorney fees.
• American General Finance v. the following people for the amounts noted due on promissory note, plus interest and court costs: Alexandra and Bobbie J. Davis, East Sheridan Street, Warsaw, $8,368.62, and Jay A. Hyde, East CR 800N, Leesburg, $3,275.95.
• Kim L. Enyart v. Velma L. Heeley, North CR 475E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount for injuries and damage resulting from a Nov. 17, 2000, auto accident at the intersection of Bronson Street and Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff also requests a trial by jury.
• Citicapital Commercial Corp. v. Turkey Run Builders, LLC, Syracuse; Michael Wandling, Mishawaka; and Jeremy Nichols, Ligonier. Plaintiff seeks $15,042.66 due on contract, plus interest and possession and sale of collateral to satisfy judgment.
• Citibank/NA v. Kolin Young, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw, and John and Jane Doe, East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $93,040 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.
• Residential Funding Corp. v. Byron L. Harris, Reider Street, Warsaw, and Carl and Connie Wetters, EMS B61 Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $65,610 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.
• LaSalle Bank/NA v. Roy and Jody Vanderford, North CR 925E, North Webster, and First Step Finance Inc., Elkhart. Plaintiff seeks $95,744.23 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.
• Aames Home Loan v. David J. and Nancy Housouer, Yant Street, Silver Lake, and First Step Finance, Elkhart; Lake City Bank; and Jerry Johnson, South CR 200W,Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $85,741.82 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.
• United Credit Union v. Ryan Bussard and Daniel Hill, North Elm Street, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $8,775.20 due on promissory note, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Carol Sue Houser and Judith A. Trusdell v. Bonnie Rae Cantwell, Fort Wayne, and Deborah Katherine Mayer, McCordsville. Plaintiffs seek partition of real estate in Trusdell's Addition on Lake Wawasee.
Name Change
• Lefie Deen Blanton seeks to change his name to Leffie Dean Blanton.
Marriage Dissolutions
Long
Kimberly Long, West CR 500S, Mentone, and Rex A. Long, North CR 950W, Etna Green. They were married March 7, 1992, and separated Aug. 25, 2001. There are four minor children.
Lopez
Joe L. Lopez, Kincaide Street, Warsaw, and Elizabeth A. Lopez, South CR 400E, Pierceton. They were married Dec. 23, 1987, and separated Oct. 5, 2001. There are no minor children.
McMillan
Sheila McMillan, Kosciusko County, and Shawn McMillan, Fort Wayne. They were married Sept. 16, 1996, and separated Sept. 5, 2001. There are no minor children.
Poe
Frank A. Poe, Scott Road, Claypool, and Sandra L. Poe, Richmond. They were married Dec. 24, 2000, and separated May 3, 2001. There are no minor children.
Watkins
Tracy Watkins, North CR 150E, Warsaw, and Todd Watkins, Idlewild, Mich. They were married June 3, 1994, and separated Oct. 12, 2001. There is one minor child.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Providian National Bank v. Mark A. Rice. Plaintiff awarded $15,278.65 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Conseco Finance Servicing Corp. v. Frederick A. Kyles and Michelle L. Casey. Plaintiff awarded $80,619.56 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.
• Manufacturers & Traders Trust Co. v. Steve and Deanna Salmons. Plaintiff awarded $79,966.48 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.
• Teachers Credit Union v. Mitchell J.R. and Pami E. Hunsberger, et al. Plaintiff awarded $99,843.07 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.
• American General Finance Inc. v. Leeanne Coffman. Plaintiff awarded $3,265.34 by default, plus court costs.
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. Samuel Stump. Stump fined $200, plus interest, for violation of ordinance.
• CreditMax Inc. v. John A. and Ellen Stangland. Plaintiff awarded $6,659.82 by default.
• State of Indiana awarded the judgments noted by default, plus court costs, against the following people: Nancy J. Elliott, $1,454.62; Rex C. Lewallen, $3,528; and Andrew D. Jervis, $2,924.
• Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA v. Ricky and Amber Mulldune, et al. Plaintiff awarded $74,480.62 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.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Robert McQueen v. Michael Webb and Austin Ramsay.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Andrew P. Anglemyer and Julie A. Kirk.
• Kosciusko County Health Department v. Richard Krull.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Lee Ann (former name Birmingham restored) and Richard Glenn Wagoner Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $85 per week in child support. Oct. 9.
• Kristine (former name Lotz restored) and Charles Louthain. Oct. 12.
• Carrie S. and Douglas L. Davis. Father awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. Oct. 12.
• Richard A. and Amy B. Dian. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. No child support ordered. Oct. 15.
• Rae Ann and James L. Markley. Oct. 15.
• Douglas A. and G. Terri Ogden. Oct. 15.
• Chrissy and Travis Tanner. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $118 per week in child support. Oct. 16.
• Deloris Ann (former name Gonzales restored) and Lee Roy Edmunds. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. No child support ordered at this time. Oct. 16.
• Mandy L. and Anthony N. Jacobson. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $75 per week in child support. Oct. 17.
• Sydney and John M. Ward Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $42 per week in child support. Oct. 17.
Other Action
• Mark Dillon v. Paintball USA Inc. and Rich Miller.
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.
• Lee Roy and Dorothy Bentley, 1998 E. Riverside Drive, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $17,245. Debts: $43,812.
• Debra Brown, 5 EMS B13 Lane, Pierceton. Chapter 7. Assets: $97,005. Debts: $173,761.
• Kurt Gunkel and Mari Gunkel, also known as Mari Sawesky, 817 Arbor Vista Drive, North Webster. Chapter 7. Assets: $116,170. Debts: $167,267.
• John Larson Sr., 1535 Ninth St., Rochester. Chapter 13. Assets: $11,446. Debts: $103,943.
• Scott Linville, 456 E. Walnut St., Nappanee. Chapter 13. Assets: $1,300. Debts: $62,266.
• Noel Sparks, 20327 U.S. 6, Milford. Chapter 7. Assets: $740. Debts: $96,760.
• Kent Vick, 319 Westwood Lane, Rochester, and Julie Vick, 6742 Ind. 25N, Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $110,300. Debts: $142,628.
• Eugene and Patricia Young, 509 E. Lyon St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $23,025. Debts: $55,626. [[In-content Ad]]
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