Times-Union Court News 10-31-2000
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 Marsha McSherry:
• W. Elwyn Adams, 74, Deshler, Ohio, and Catherine Hanes, 72, Lake City Highway, Warsaw.
• Benjamin F. England Jr., 39, and Patricia A. Bradley, 32, both of East CR 700S, Pierceton.
• Phillip A. Smith, 40, and Teresa R. Carrano, 43, both of North Park Avenue, Warsaw.
• John A. Martin, 56, and Pauline Miller Gingerich, 54, both of East Greenhaus Drive, Syracuse.
• Steven Cloise Lambert, 21, and Miranda Sue Miller, 20, both of East Chicago Street, Syracuse.
• Laverne Ray Bender, 31, Bremen, Rosanna Hochstetler, 27, North CR 1000W, Nappanee.
• Ian William Hoskins, 20, Modesto, Calif., and Elizabeth Danielle Dawson, 19, St. Johns, Ariz.
• Benjamin Morris Plikerd, 22, North Syracuse/Webster Road, Syracuse, and Joy Ann Stutzman, 19, East Main Street, Mentone.
• Mark Alan Bowser, 26, and Adina Marie May, 23, both of East Emeline Street, Milford.
• George W. Leiter, 34, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw, and Stacy L. O'Hara, 34, East Frontage Road, Warsaw.
• Adam Delmor Shepherd, 19, Chestnut Avenue, Winona Lake, and Michelle Lynn Shepherd, 20, South CR 575E, Pierceton.
• Richard Alan Coffey, 32, and Melody Anne Jones, 39, both of EMS B61 Lane, Warsaw.
• Mitch J. Little, 41, North Bass Road, Silver Lake, and Billie J. Rice, 43, East Sycamore Street, Silver Lake.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Prairie View Health Care Center vs. Patricia A. McCoy. Plaintiff awarded $2,122.48.
• Malcom Hughes awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Amanda Mullins Ulrey, $1,181.40, and Justin A. Ulrey, $227.
• Reed & Earhart awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Donald Black, $190.46; Sebastian Jarski, $961.71; and Brandon Biltz, $321.20.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Bruce and Cheryl Biltz, $1,894.01; Marlon J. Maddox, $754.67; Dean Hance, $788.27; Kimberley and Anthony M. Bowers, $1,911.08; Charles D. and Sharon A. Shepherd, $515.40; Nancy E. Ellingson, $2,733.23; Donna Mae Ingram, $2,876.36; Jesus and Olga Juarez Mata, $646.66; Noah Hendrickson, $318.40; Terry Beach, $1,383.34;
Also, Pedro "Pete" Castro, $1,159.40; Michael and Audrey K. Eldridge, $774.08; Jeffrey L. and Bonnie Stabler, $487.26; Joshua S. Foreman, $2,344.27; James R. Jr. and Brandy Marsillett, $445.73; Robert L. Jr. and Melissa A. Ditton, $2,072.26; Donald and Cindy S. Coplen, $2,640.56; Rick T. and Bobbi Fuller, $323.05; and William N. Hyde, $2,290.84.
• Warsaw Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Donna Antonides, $175.11; Jack R. Baldridge, $288.28; Larry and Michelle Bartley, $359.13; Roger and Sue Barton, $170; Donna S. Brett, $233.79; Mike and Robin Brown, $175.78; John Brunner, $224.98; John and Doreen Burnau, $281.04; Nikki Cook, $322; Rick and Jewel Craft, $307.76;
Also, Tracy L. Curtis, $334; David and Tonya Deerwester, $429.11; Scarlett Dimmock, $218.22; Kim Dotson, $253.37; Russell and Laura Downhour, $249; Ernest and Rebecca Farmer, $313; Dann and Connie Feeny, $377.91; Tim and Kathy Garris, $372; Joseph and Aimee Gossett, $339; and Michael and Kimberly Griffith, $306.05.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Tom Bouck, $302.70, and Mark and Janice DeGroff, $447.19.
NIPSCO vs. Veta Hassler. Plaintiff awarded $1,497.55.
• Novus Services, doing business as Discover, vs. Cindy S. Kinder. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Bryon Berry vs. Jerry Halt. Plaintiff awarded $1,130.16.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. vs. Nicole L. Searfoss. Plaintiff awarded $2,465.62.
• Ron David Hizar vs. Russell and Deborah Alexander. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
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 $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $52 in October was Sara D. Frantz, 19, Milford.
Fined $27 in October were Beth A. Kennedy, 30, Warsaw; Todd A. Wilson, 18, Etna Green; Lethi T. Love, 49, Leesburg; Chad E. Nelson, 29, Akron; Teresa L. Conley, 42, Pierceton; Jessie C. Weaver, 22, Akron; Jesse L. Hawk, 16, Claypool; Stephanie L. Slone, 22, Warsaw; and Dana L. Ziebarth, 16, Winona Lake.
Fined $27 in September were Shanna L. Slone, 32, Warsaw; Thomas J. Stump, 51, Mentone; Heidi A. Smith, 24, Warsaw; Jason P. Halsey, 26, Syracuse; and Derek T. Ganshorn, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in August were David J. Bennett, 19, Warsaw; Travis S. Miller, 23, Pierceton; and Benjamin R. Sweeny, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October were Roxanne Henemyer, 42, Warsaw; Lora A. Huffman, 30, Cromwell; and Juan C. Rico-Predes, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in September were Rodrigo S. Nuno, 19, Warsaw; Matthew J. Perry, 22, Syracuse; and Cary R. Reeves, 35, Warsaw.
Driving Without Proof Of Financial Responsibility - Fined $50 in October was Arcadio Zuniga, 32, Warsaw.
Passing Violation - Fined $7 in October was Desiree J. Frantz, 18, Warsaw.
No Registration - Fined $7 in October was Jonathan A. Underwood, 24, Warsaw.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in October was L. Lisa Raphael, 36, North Manchester.
Fined $7 in September was Eugene E. Momeyer, 38 Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in October was Jared D. Hood, 16, Winona Lake.
Failure To Yield - Fined $7 in October was Laurence L. Smith, 54, Nappanee.
Violation Of Window Tint - Fined $7 in September was Derek T. Ganshorn, 20, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in September was William D. Shafer, 28, Claypool.
No Motorcycle Endorsement - Fined $17 in September was William Shafer, 28, Claypool.
No Registration Certificate - Judgment (court costs only) in September against Dustin M. Silva, 20, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in April was Lawrence O. Unruh, 45, Winona Lake.
The following person also paid $75 in court costs:
Failure To Possess Hunting Or Fishing License - Fined $7 in April was Jose Sosa, 19, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in October were Jason Busz, 20, Warsaw; Alicia J. Scott, 22, Warsaw; Gaudencio Zaca-Velazquez, 34, Winona Lake; and Terry D. Baker, 32, Pierceton.
Fined $20 in September was Luanne E. Lugo, 41, Warsaw.
Child Restraint Violation - Judgment in September against Mario Lopez, 35, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Driving Having Never Had A License - (December) Alejandro Nayotl, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - (November) Summer Wheeler, Pierceton.
Deferrals
The following people have entered into deferral agreements through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $77 fee. If the defendants commit no other violations during a five-month period following signing of the agreement, the charges will be dismissed.
Speeding - (October) Erin E. Murdock, 17, Syracuse; Sherwin V. Bajas, 17, Warsaw; Julia E. Baldridge, 60, Warsaw; (September) Julio Torres, 27, Warsaw; Sandra K. Stillson, 38, Warsaw; Matthew J. Krallman, 17, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. Charles M. Raney, Bryon, Ohio. Plaintiff seeks an injunction against Raney using real estate in Bayside Terrace Addition to Wawasee Village, Syracuse, as an automobile graveyard/junkyard, plus court costs and that penalties be imposed for noncompliance with county ordinances.
• Roland L. and Margaret Hunter vs. Jerry Phillips, South CR 300E, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek $3,560 for breach of contract, plus treble damages, attorney fees and court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts, plus attorney fees and court costs: David S. Hatfield, Lima, Ohio, $5,351.46, and Bill G. Patrick Jr., North Barbee Road, North Webster, $3,921.
• Auto Owners Insurance Co. vs. Danny J. Manges, North Main Street, Milford. Plaintiff seeks $4,541.81 as paid to insured claimants, Kenneth and Jill Goshert, after a Feb. 28, 1999, auto accident in Kosciusko County. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Kathy J. Conrad vs. Robert C. Martin, New Paris. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 24, 1998, auto accident near the intersection of CRs 300E and 900N. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union vs. Lea Ann Riddle, Morgan Street, Mentone. Plaintiff seeks $5,763.32 due on loan agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Teachers Credit Union vs. Debra K. Beam, Walnut Avenue, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $4,351.87 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Cendant Mortgage Corp. vs. Melissa A. Ader, East Center Street, Warsaw; Mortgage Electronic Registration, Flint, Mich.; and Kosciusko County treasurer. Plaintiff seeks $46,332.10 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.
Marriage Dissolutions
Kennedy
Jane Tucco Kennedy, Kosciusko County, and Larry L. Kennedy, Muncie. They were married July 28, 1984, and separated Oct. 19, 2000. There are no minor children.
Sigler
Tiffany Sigler, East Wawonaissa, Syracuse, and Jason Sigler, North Eastside Drive, Syracuse. They were married Nov. 7, 1998, and separated Sept. 30, 2000. 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
• C.W. Leasing Inc., doing business as Kinetico Leasing, vs. Dana Hepworth. Plaintiff awarded $4,938.04, plus court costs.
• First Select Corp. vs. Kathy L. Carpenter,. Plaintiff awarded $3,100.25, plus interest and court costs.
• Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default against the following people, plus interest and court costs: Shane Holloway, $1,401.04; Linda Conklin, $4,183; Barbara L. Kintzel, $2,328; Mary Beth Todd, $2,884.76; Brenda J. Fisher, $1,421.50; Kevin Fitzpatrick, $4,364.50; Mary Rose Houghton, $1,663; Steven Stewart, $1,917.35.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. vs. Hector Delafuente Jr. Plaintiff awarded $8,062.58, plus interest and court costs.
• Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County Inc. vs. Angela D. Rasnake. Plaintiff awarded $22,672.33 by default, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Federated Mutual Insurance Co., as subrogee of Paul and Melba Townsend, vs. Angela Lozano. Plaintiff awarded $10,690.21 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• National City Bank vs. Howard J. Ramsey. Plaintiff awarded $3,262.76 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Charles A. Samples. Plaintiff awarded $8,325.27 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of Philip N. Kashuba) vs. Abel David. Plaintiff awarded $4,984.50 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Monogram Credit Card Bank of Georgia vs. Allen L. and Sheryl A. Coy. Plaintiff awarded $982.46 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Dunnico Inc. vs. the estate of Paul Tompkins, deceased, and Betty Jo Tompkins.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• National City Bank vs. Paul D. and Victoria A. Lafferty.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Brad L. Sr. and Mona Lisa Niles. Father awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Mother ordered to pay $72.42 per week in child support. Oct. 9.
• Rick Stanton and Christina L. (former name Blackshire restored). Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $113 per week in child support. Oct. 23.
Other Action
• American Acceptance Co, LLC, vs. Billie J. Scott, also known as Billie J. Martin. This case is moved on a change of venue to Noble Superior Court I.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Ron Wolff vs. Swift Boat Co., Theodosia, Mo., and Naulin Inc., Springfield, Mo. Plaintiff seeks enforcement of watercraft lien, with sale of watercraft to satisfy judgment.
• George and Eula Manns vs. Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals. Plaintiffs seek a reversal of a Sept. 12, 2000, decision ordering removal of five mobile homes from their property on South Scott Road, Claypool.
• Harris Trust and Savings Bank vs. Gilbert E. Cox, Ind. 25S, Mentone, and Credit Bureau of Wells County Inc., Bluffton. Plaintiff seeks $27,069.90 due on mortgage 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.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. vs. Darrell W. and Kathy L. Baker, South Kinder Drive, Syracuse, and TMS Mortgage Inc., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $113,790.07 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc, successor by merger to Norwest Mortgage Inc., vs. Donald J. and Vicky L. Dixon, West CR 1300N, Silver Lake, and Firstplus Financial Inc., Dallas, Texas. Plaintiff seeks $80,400.09 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.
• Creditmax Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts: Chris G. Nimon, Plymouth, $6,441.51; Amber S. Bell, Anchorage Road, Warsaw, $7,249.12; Patricia A. Bradley, East CR 700S, Pierceton, $5,390.01; Tommy L. Wadkins, Hight Street, Silver Lake, $7,359.14; Michael E. Mudrack, Cleveland Road, South Whitley, $7,230.21; Roy D. and Anita R. White, Churubusco, $6,349.46; Russell H. Jr. and Janet L. Begley, Bloomington, $6,745.18; Dave and Roberta L. Manns, Kendallville, $7,221.66; John C. Brown, Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw, $4,249.34; Brian A. Miller, West Jefferson Street, Warsaw, $6,715.36;
Also, Sharon K. and Jose M. Arriaga, Plymouth, $6,053.04; Shannon E. Benson, Columbia City, $6,756.18; James A. Creger, North CR 900W, Cromwell, $6,353.65; Jose A. and Christina L. Castro, Elkhart, $7,571.42; William H. and Judy A. Scroggs, Old Ind. 17W, Rochester, $3,851.24; Ronald E. and Kimberly S. Frazier, Lagrange, $6,947.01; and David R. and Tara L. Draper, Park Road, Rochester, $4,920.98.
• Bank of America/NA vs. Paul M. Stearley, EMS B38B Lane, Leesburg, and Bank One/NA, Columbus, Ohio. Plaintiff seeks $89,478.13 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.
• Keybank/NA vs. E. Rachel Johnson, East Lakeview Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $63,050.74 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.
• NCO Financial Systems, formerly known as Compass Receivables Management Corp., vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on accounts, plus interest and court costs: Paul and Mary J. Fretz, Meadowview Drive, Syracuse, $2,866.51, and J.L. and Melissa Ulmer, North Main Street, Etna Green, $432.95.
• National City Bank of Indiana, formerly known as First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Chester and Janet Los, North Pleasant Grove, Syracuse, and Keybank/NA, Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $34,515.04 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.
• Dennis W. Klotz vs. Mark A. Bollenbacher, Decatur. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a May 18, 1999, auto accident at the intersection of U.S. 30 and Ind. 13. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
Name Changes
• Julie JoAnn Collyer seeks to change the name of her minor son from Tristan Daniel Collyer to Tristan Lan Collyer.
Marriage Dissolutions
Buss
Annemarie Buss, West CR 850N, Nappanee, and Brian George Buss, West CR 950N, Nappanee. They were married Jan. 20, 1990, and separated OCt. 4, 2000. There are two minor children.
England
Diana England, Pierceton, and Turner C. England Sr., East CR 500S, Pierceton. They were married Jan. 5, 1995, and separated Oct. 11, 2000. There are two minor children.
Hoskins
Louanna Hoskins, N. McCulloch Road, Syracuse, and Michael Wayne Hoskins, Anderson. They were married Jan. 18, 1980, and separated June 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
Kelley
Kerri L. and Howard L. Kelley, West Boston Street, Syracuse. They were married Oct. 9, 1998, and separated July 16, 2000. There are two minor children.
Lamb
Amy J. Lamb, East CR 200N, Warsaw, and Jeffery C. Lamb, North Main Street, Nappanee. They were married June 3, 1995, and separated May 19, 2000. There are no minor children.
Louthain
Kristine Louthain, West CR 100S, Etna Green, and Charles Louthain, address unknown. They were married Sept. 25, 1993, and separated Sept. 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
Lutz
Darci M. Lutz, Kosciusko County, and Scott E. Lutz, no address given. They were married Sept. 11, 1993, and separated Oct. 1, 2000. There is one minor child.
Paquette
Anna D. Paquette, East Clark Street, Warsaw, and Thomas N. Paquette, address unknown. They were married Aug. 21, 1994, and separated Jan. 27, 1998. There is one minor child.
Umber
Lynn A. Umber, EMS W14B Lane, North Webster, and Patricia J. Umber, Leesburg. They were married Dec. 20, 1991, and separated Oct. 17, 2000. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Contimortgage Corp. vs. Jeffrey Scott Gaff and American General Finance Inc. Plaintiff awarded $71,794.60 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.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of David J. Lawlor) vs. Jennifer A. Jersey. Plaintiff awarded $4,482.77 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First Federal Savings Bank of Wabash vs. Noel D. and Rebecca S. Johnson, et al. Plaintiff awarded $24,275.87, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Citibank (South Dakota)/NA vs. Richard Harper. Plaintiff awarded $7,438.61 by default, plus court costs.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. vs. Joshua Adams, et al. Plaintiff awarded $74,646.47 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.
• Woodlawn Hospital vs. Gary V. Syndram. Plaintiff awarded $1,704.97 by default, plus court costs.
• Marion P. Anglin vs. Marie and William Fisher. Summary judgment granted in favor of plaintiff.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• First Federal Savings Bank vs. Romulus Enterprises Inc.; Frauhiger Realty, LLC; and Michael and Linda Warner.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Larry and Darlene Burkel vs. Charles Lewallen, J&R Trucking Inc. and The St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Co.
• Trell M. and George Prater vs. Jay L. Lavender.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Berkeley Federal Bank & Trust vs. Robert C. Randall, also known as Roberto Carlos Cortez Randall; Pauline M. Randall, also known as Pauline Marjorie-Hoard Randall; and AVCO Financial Services.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• David M. Bussard and Kalynn (former name Parker restored). Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $160 per week in child support. Oct. 13.
• Helen L. and Douglas K. Dials. Oct. 16.
• Sheila (former name Miranda restored) and Jose Pizano. Oct. 16.
• Kathy and Alan James Macnak. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $106 per week in child support. Oct. 19.
• Elizabeth A. (former name DeBolt restored) and Jefferey M. Simmons. Oct. 20.
• Janis S. (former name Turner restored) and Sherrill L. Stout. Oct. 20.
• Brenda and Jeremiah Crawford. Oct. 20.
• Dawn L. and Stephen A. Clabaugh. Father awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. Oct. 23.
• Janet and Gregory A. Timmons. Couple awarded joint custody of their three minor children. No child support ordered. Oct. 24.
Other Action
• Randy Murphy, doing business as Tub Conversion Co., vs. North Webster Construction Inc., doing business as Pacemaker Post Frame Buildings. This case is referred to mediation.
• Charles F. and Phyllis Ann Jones and David L. and Cara S. Roby vs. Elizabeth R. Plew, as personal representative of the estate of Arleen B. Miner. This case is referred to mediation.
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.
• Douglas Elliott and Cybill Elliott, also known as Cybill Amich and Cybill Shambarger, 50 E. Gary St., North Manchester. Chapter 7. Assets: $17,705. Debts: $57,011.
• Robert and Elnore Tigner, 1 EMS B37 Lane #62, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $45,161. Debts: Not given.
• Jamie and Melissa VanLue, 312 W. Hillside Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $120,100. Debts: $158,539. [[In-content Ad]]
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• W. Elwyn Adams, 74, Deshler, Ohio, and Catherine Hanes, 72, Lake City Highway, Warsaw.
• Benjamin F. England Jr., 39, and Patricia A. Bradley, 32, both of East CR 700S, Pierceton.
• Phillip A. Smith, 40, and Teresa R. Carrano, 43, both of North Park Avenue, Warsaw.
• John A. Martin, 56, and Pauline Miller Gingerich, 54, both of East Greenhaus Drive, Syracuse.
• Steven Cloise Lambert, 21, and Miranda Sue Miller, 20, both of East Chicago Street, Syracuse.
• Laverne Ray Bender, 31, Bremen, Rosanna Hochstetler, 27, North CR 1000W, Nappanee.
• Ian William Hoskins, 20, Modesto, Calif., and Elizabeth Danielle Dawson, 19, St. Johns, Ariz.
• Benjamin Morris Plikerd, 22, North Syracuse/Webster Road, Syracuse, and Joy Ann Stutzman, 19, East Main Street, Mentone.
• Mark Alan Bowser, 26, and Adina Marie May, 23, both of East Emeline Street, Milford.
• George W. Leiter, 34, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw, and Stacy L. O'Hara, 34, East Frontage Road, Warsaw.
• Adam Delmor Shepherd, 19, Chestnut Avenue, Winona Lake, and Michelle Lynn Shepherd, 20, South CR 575E, Pierceton.
• Richard Alan Coffey, 32, and Melody Anne Jones, 39, both of EMS B61 Lane, Warsaw.
• Mitch J. Little, 41, North Bass Road, Silver Lake, and Billie J. Rice, 43, East Sycamore Street, Silver Lake.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Prairie View Health Care Center vs. Patricia A. McCoy. Plaintiff awarded $2,122.48.
• Malcom Hughes awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Amanda Mullins Ulrey, $1,181.40, and Justin A. Ulrey, $227.
• Reed & Earhart awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Donald Black, $190.46; Sebastian Jarski, $961.71; and Brandon Biltz, $321.20.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Bruce and Cheryl Biltz, $1,894.01; Marlon J. Maddox, $754.67; Dean Hance, $788.27; Kimberley and Anthony M. Bowers, $1,911.08; Charles D. and Sharon A. Shepherd, $515.40; Nancy E. Ellingson, $2,733.23; Donna Mae Ingram, $2,876.36; Jesus and Olga Juarez Mata, $646.66; Noah Hendrickson, $318.40; Terry Beach, $1,383.34;
Also, Pedro "Pete" Castro, $1,159.40; Michael and Audrey K. Eldridge, $774.08; Jeffrey L. and Bonnie Stabler, $487.26; Joshua S. Foreman, $2,344.27; James R. Jr. and Brandy Marsillett, $445.73; Robert L. Jr. and Melissa A. Ditton, $2,072.26; Donald and Cindy S. Coplen, $2,640.56; Rick T. and Bobbi Fuller, $323.05; and William N. Hyde, $2,290.84.
• Warsaw Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Donna Antonides, $175.11; Jack R. Baldridge, $288.28; Larry and Michelle Bartley, $359.13; Roger and Sue Barton, $170; Donna S. Brett, $233.79; Mike and Robin Brown, $175.78; John Brunner, $224.98; John and Doreen Burnau, $281.04; Nikki Cook, $322; Rick and Jewel Craft, $307.76;
Also, Tracy L. Curtis, $334; David and Tonya Deerwester, $429.11; Scarlett Dimmock, $218.22; Kim Dotson, $253.37; Russell and Laura Downhour, $249; Ernest and Rebecca Farmer, $313; Dann and Connie Feeny, $377.91; Tim and Kathy Garris, $372; Joseph and Aimee Gossett, $339; and Michael and Kimberly Griffith, $306.05.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Tom Bouck, $302.70, and Mark and Janice DeGroff, $447.19.
NIPSCO vs. Veta Hassler. Plaintiff awarded $1,497.55.
• Novus Services, doing business as Discover, vs. Cindy S. Kinder. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Bryon Berry vs. Jerry Halt. Plaintiff awarded $1,130.16.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc. vs. Nicole L. Searfoss. Plaintiff awarded $2,465.62.
• Ron David Hizar vs. Russell and Deborah Alexander. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
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 $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $52 in October was Sara D. Frantz, 19, Milford.
Fined $27 in October were Beth A. Kennedy, 30, Warsaw; Todd A. Wilson, 18, Etna Green; Lethi T. Love, 49, Leesburg; Chad E. Nelson, 29, Akron; Teresa L. Conley, 42, Pierceton; Jessie C. Weaver, 22, Akron; Jesse L. Hawk, 16, Claypool; Stephanie L. Slone, 22, Warsaw; and Dana L. Ziebarth, 16, Winona Lake.
Fined $27 in September were Shanna L. Slone, 32, Warsaw; Thomas J. Stump, 51, Mentone; Heidi A. Smith, 24, Warsaw; Jason P. Halsey, 26, Syracuse; and Derek T. Ganshorn, 20, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in August were David J. Bennett, 19, Warsaw; Travis S. Miller, 23, Pierceton; and Benjamin R. Sweeny, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October were Roxanne Henemyer, 42, Warsaw; Lora A. Huffman, 30, Cromwell; and Juan C. Rico-Predes, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in September were Rodrigo S. Nuno, 19, Warsaw; Matthew J. Perry, 22, Syracuse; and Cary R. Reeves, 35, Warsaw.
Driving Without Proof Of Financial Responsibility - Fined $50 in October was Arcadio Zuniga, 32, Warsaw.
Passing Violation - Fined $7 in October was Desiree J. Frantz, 18, Warsaw.
No Registration - Fined $7 in October was Jonathan A. Underwood, 24, Warsaw.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in October was L. Lisa Raphael, 36, North Manchester.
Fined $7 in September was Eugene E. Momeyer, 38 Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in October was Jared D. Hood, 16, Winona Lake.
Failure To Yield - Fined $7 in October was Laurence L. Smith, 54, Nappanee.
Violation Of Window Tint - Fined $7 in September was Derek T. Ganshorn, 20, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in September was William D. Shafer, 28, Claypool.
No Motorcycle Endorsement - Fined $17 in September was William Shafer, 28, Claypool.
No Registration Certificate - Judgment (court costs only) in September against Dustin M. Silva, 20, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in April was Lawrence O. Unruh, 45, Winona Lake.
The following person also paid $75 in court costs:
Failure To Possess Hunting Or Fishing License - Fined $7 in April was Jose Sosa, 19, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in October were Jason Busz, 20, Warsaw; Alicia J. Scott, 22, Warsaw; Gaudencio Zaca-Velazquez, 34, Winona Lake; and Terry D. Baker, 32, Pierceton.
Fined $20 in September was Luanne E. Lugo, 41, Warsaw.
Child Restraint Violation - Judgment in September against Mario Lopez, 35, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Driving Having Never Had A License - (December) Alejandro Nayotl, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - (November) Summer Wheeler, Pierceton.
Deferrals
The following people have entered into deferral agreements through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office, paying a $77 fee. If the defendants commit no other violations during a five-month period following signing of the agreement, the charges will be dismissed.
Speeding - (October) Erin E. Murdock, 17, Syracuse; Sherwin V. Bajas, 17, Warsaw; Julia E. Baldridge, 60, Warsaw; (September) Julio Torres, 27, Warsaw; Sandra K. Stillson, 38, Warsaw; Matthew J. Krallman, 17, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. Charles M. Raney, Bryon, Ohio. Plaintiff seeks an injunction against Raney using real estate in Bayside Terrace Addition to Wawasee Village, Syracuse, as an automobile graveyard/junkyard, plus court costs and that penalties be imposed for noncompliance with county ordinances.
• Roland L. and Margaret Hunter vs. Jerry Phillips, South CR 300E, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek $3,560 for breach of contract, plus treble damages, attorney fees and court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts, plus attorney fees and court costs: David S. Hatfield, Lima, Ohio, $5,351.46, and Bill G. Patrick Jr., North Barbee Road, North Webster, $3,921.
• Auto Owners Insurance Co. vs. Danny J. Manges, North Main Street, Milford. Plaintiff seeks $4,541.81 as paid to insured claimants, Kenneth and Jill Goshert, after a Feb. 28, 1999, auto accident in Kosciusko County. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Kathy J. Conrad vs. Robert C. Martin, New Paris. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 24, 1998, auto accident near the intersection of CRs 300E and 900N. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union vs. Lea Ann Riddle, Morgan Street, Mentone. Plaintiff seeks $5,763.32 due on loan agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Teachers Credit Union vs. Debra K. Beam, Walnut Avenue, Winona Lake. Plaintiff seeks $4,351.87 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Cendant Mortgage Corp. vs. Melissa A. Ader, East Center Street, Warsaw; Mortgage Electronic Registration, Flint, Mich.; and Kosciusko County treasurer. Plaintiff seeks $46,332.10 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.
Marriage Dissolutions
Kennedy
Jane Tucco Kennedy, Kosciusko County, and Larry L. Kennedy, Muncie. They were married July 28, 1984, and separated Oct. 19, 2000. There are no minor children.
Sigler
Tiffany Sigler, East Wawonaissa, Syracuse, and Jason Sigler, North Eastside Drive, Syracuse. They were married Nov. 7, 1998, and separated Sept. 30, 2000. 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
• C.W. Leasing Inc., doing business as Kinetico Leasing, vs. Dana Hepworth. Plaintiff awarded $4,938.04, plus court costs.
• First Select Corp. vs. Kathy L. Carpenter,. Plaintiff awarded $3,100.25, plus interest and court costs.
• Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default against the following people, plus interest and court costs: Shane Holloway, $1,401.04; Linda Conklin, $4,183; Barbara L. Kintzel, $2,328; Mary Beth Todd, $2,884.76; Brenda J. Fisher, $1,421.50; Kevin Fitzpatrick, $4,364.50; Mary Rose Houghton, $1,663; Steven Stewart, $1,917.35.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. vs. Hector Delafuente Jr. Plaintiff awarded $8,062.58, plus interest and court costs.
• Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County Inc. vs. Angela D. Rasnake. Plaintiff awarded $22,672.33 by default, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Federated Mutual Insurance Co., as subrogee of Paul and Melba Townsend, vs. Angela Lozano. Plaintiff awarded $10,690.21 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• National City Bank vs. Howard J. Ramsey. Plaintiff awarded $3,262.76 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Charles A. Samples. Plaintiff awarded $8,325.27 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of Philip N. Kashuba) vs. Abel David. Plaintiff awarded $4,984.50 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Monogram Credit Card Bank of Georgia vs. Allen L. and Sheryl A. Coy. Plaintiff awarded $982.46 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Dunnico Inc. vs. the estate of Paul Tompkins, deceased, and Betty Jo Tompkins.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• National City Bank vs. Paul D. and Victoria A. Lafferty.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Brad L. Sr. and Mona Lisa Niles. Father awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Mother ordered to pay $72.42 per week in child support. Oct. 9.
• Rick Stanton and Christina L. (former name Blackshire restored). Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $113 per week in child support. Oct. 23.
Other Action
• American Acceptance Co, LLC, vs. Billie J. Scott, also known as Billie J. Martin. This case is moved on a change of venue to Noble Superior Court I.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Ron Wolff vs. Swift Boat Co., Theodosia, Mo., and Naulin Inc., Springfield, Mo. Plaintiff seeks enforcement of watercraft lien, with sale of watercraft to satisfy judgment.
• George and Eula Manns vs. Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals. Plaintiffs seek a reversal of a Sept. 12, 2000, decision ordering removal of five mobile homes from their property on South Scott Road, Claypool.
• Harris Trust and Savings Bank vs. Gilbert E. Cox, Ind. 25S, Mentone, and Credit Bureau of Wells County Inc., Bluffton. Plaintiff seeks $27,069.90 due on mortgage 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.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. vs. Darrell W. and Kathy L. Baker, South Kinder Drive, Syracuse, and TMS Mortgage Inc., Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $113,790.07 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc, successor by merger to Norwest Mortgage Inc., vs. Donald J. and Vicky L. Dixon, West CR 1300N, Silver Lake, and Firstplus Financial Inc., Dallas, Texas. Plaintiff seeks $80,400.09 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.
• Creditmax Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts: Chris G. Nimon, Plymouth, $6,441.51; Amber S. Bell, Anchorage Road, Warsaw, $7,249.12; Patricia A. Bradley, East CR 700S, Pierceton, $5,390.01; Tommy L. Wadkins, Hight Street, Silver Lake, $7,359.14; Michael E. Mudrack, Cleveland Road, South Whitley, $7,230.21; Roy D. and Anita R. White, Churubusco, $6,349.46; Russell H. Jr. and Janet L. Begley, Bloomington, $6,745.18; Dave and Roberta L. Manns, Kendallville, $7,221.66; John C. Brown, Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw, $4,249.34; Brian A. Miller, West Jefferson Street, Warsaw, $6,715.36;
Also, Sharon K. and Jose M. Arriaga, Plymouth, $6,053.04; Shannon E. Benson, Columbia City, $6,756.18; James A. Creger, North CR 900W, Cromwell, $6,353.65; Jose A. and Christina L. Castro, Elkhart, $7,571.42; William H. and Judy A. Scroggs, Old Ind. 17W, Rochester, $3,851.24; Ronald E. and Kimberly S. Frazier, Lagrange, $6,947.01; and David R. and Tara L. Draper, Park Road, Rochester, $4,920.98.
• Bank of America/NA vs. Paul M. Stearley, EMS B38B Lane, Leesburg, and Bank One/NA, Columbus, Ohio. Plaintiff seeks $89,478.13 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.
• Keybank/NA vs. E. Rachel Johnson, East Lakeview Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $63,050.74 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.
• NCO Financial Systems, formerly known as Compass Receivables Management Corp., vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on accounts, plus interest and court costs: Paul and Mary J. Fretz, Meadowview Drive, Syracuse, $2,866.51, and J.L. and Melissa Ulmer, North Main Street, Etna Green, $432.95.
• National City Bank of Indiana, formerly known as First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Chester and Janet Los, North Pleasant Grove, Syracuse, and Keybank/NA, Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $34,515.04 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.
• Dennis W. Klotz vs. Mark A. Bollenbacher, Decatur. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a May 18, 1999, auto accident at the intersection of U.S. 30 and Ind. 13. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
Name Changes
• Julie JoAnn Collyer seeks to change the name of her minor son from Tristan Daniel Collyer to Tristan Lan Collyer.
Marriage Dissolutions
Buss
Annemarie Buss, West CR 850N, Nappanee, and Brian George Buss, West CR 950N, Nappanee. They were married Jan. 20, 1990, and separated OCt. 4, 2000. There are two minor children.
England
Diana England, Pierceton, and Turner C. England Sr., East CR 500S, Pierceton. They were married Jan. 5, 1995, and separated Oct. 11, 2000. There are two minor children.
Hoskins
Louanna Hoskins, N. McCulloch Road, Syracuse, and Michael Wayne Hoskins, Anderson. They were married Jan. 18, 1980, and separated June 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
Kelley
Kerri L. and Howard L. Kelley, West Boston Street, Syracuse. They were married Oct. 9, 1998, and separated July 16, 2000. There are two minor children.
Lamb
Amy J. Lamb, East CR 200N, Warsaw, and Jeffery C. Lamb, North Main Street, Nappanee. They were married June 3, 1995, and separated May 19, 2000. There are no minor children.
Louthain
Kristine Louthain, West CR 100S, Etna Green, and Charles Louthain, address unknown. They were married Sept. 25, 1993, and separated Sept. 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
Lutz
Darci M. Lutz, Kosciusko County, and Scott E. Lutz, no address given. They were married Sept. 11, 1993, and separated Oct. 1, 2000. There is one minor child.
Paquette
Anna D. Paquette, East Clark Street, Warsaw, and Thomas N. Paquette, address unknown. They were married Aug. 21, 1994, and separated Jan. 27, 1998. There is one minor child.
Umber
Lynn A. Umber, EMS W14B Lane, North Webster, and Patricia J. Umber, Leesburg. They were married Dec. 20, 1991, and separated Oct. 17, 2000. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Contimortgage Corp. vs. Jeffrey Scott Gaff and American General Finance Inc. Plaintiff awarded $71,794.60 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.
• State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. (subrogee of David J. Lawlor) vs. Jennifer A. Jersey. Plaintiff awarded $4,482.77 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First Federal Savings Bank of Wabash vs. Noel D. and Rebecca S. Johnson, et al. Plaintiff awarded $24,275.87, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Citibank (South Dakota)/NA vs. Richard Harper. Plaintiff awarded $7,438.61 by default, plus court costs.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. vs. Joshua Adams, et al. Plaintiff awarded $74,646.47 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.
• Woodlawn Hospital vs. Gary V. Syndram. Plaintiff awarded $1,704.97 by default, plus court costs.
• Marion P. Anglin vs. Marie and William Fisher. Summary judgment granted in favor of plaintiff.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• First Federal Savings Bank vs. Romulus Enterprises Inc.; Frauhiger Realty, LLC; and Michael and Linda Warner.
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Larry and Darlene Burkel vs. Charles Lewallen, J&R Trucking Inc. and The St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Co.
• Trell M. and George Prater vs. Jay L. Lavender.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Berkeley Federal Bank & Trust vs. Robert C. Randall, also known as Roberto Carlos Cortez Randall; Pauline M. Randall, also known as Pauline Marjorie-Hoard Randall; and AVCO Financial Services.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• David M. Bussard and Kalynn (former name Parker restored). Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $160 per week in child support. Oct. 13.
• Helen L. and Douglas K. Dials. Oct. 16.
• Sheila (former name Miranda restored) and Jose Pizano. Oct. 16.
• Kathy and Alan James Macnak. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $106 per week in child support. Oct. 19.
• Elizabeth A. (former name DeBolt restored) and Jefferey M. Simmons. Oct. 20.
• Janis S. (former name Turner restored) and Sherrill L. Stout. Oct. 20.
• Brenda and Jeremiah Crawford. Oct. 20.
• Dawn L. and Stephen A. Clabaugh. Father awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. Oct. 23.
• Janet and Gregory A. Timmons. Couple awarded joint custody of their three minor children. No child support ordered. Oct. 24.
Other Action
• Randy Murphy, doing business as Tub Conversion Co., vs. North Webster Construction Inc., doing business as Pacemaker Post Frame Buildings. This case is referred to mediation.
• Charles F. and Phyllis Ann Jones and David L. and Cara S. Roby vs. Elizabeth R. Plew, as personal representative of the estate of Arleen B. Miner. This case is referred to mediation.
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.
• Douglas Elliott and Cybill Elliott, also known as Cybill Amich and Cybill Shambarger, 50 E. Gary St., North Manchester. Chapter 7. Assets: $17,705. Debts: $57,011.
• Robert and Elnore Tigner, 1 EMS B37 Lane #62, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $45,161. Debts: Not given.
• Jamie and Melissa VanLue, 312 W. Hillside Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $120,100. Debts: $158,539. [[In-content Ad]]
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