Times-Union Court News 11-02-1999
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:
• Gregory G. Singleton, 43, Warsaw, and Veronica L. Fricke, 32, South Columbia Street, Warsaw.
• Leslie N. Gilbertson, 53, and Beverly Sue Johnson, 47, both of West Lore Lane, Warsaw.
• Steven E. Thomas, 44, and Penny J. Hurd, 34, both of CR 660W, Warsaw.
• William Lowell Dubbs, 28, and Bobby Rose Combs, 18, both of Fox Farm Road, Warsaw.
• Melvin L. Hughes, 74, and Bonnie Lou Scott, 65, both of West Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• Bennie Allen Keyes, 23, and Jillian Jo Baldridge, 19, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Michael James Laning, 23, Dayton, Ohio, and Mandy Lynn Conley, 22, South Walnut Drive, Warsaw.
• Michael Otto Hale Jr., 25, and Brittney Suzzanne Vervaet, 23, both of Clinic Court, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Compass Receivables Management Corp. vs. Waylin D. and Kathleen J. Quier. Plaintiff awarded $343.52.
• First Step Finance Inc. vs. Tiffany Harris. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Warsaw Medical Group vs. Sharlene A. Miller. Plaintiff awarded $400.
• Robert A.Schmidt vs. Lee A. Howe. Plaintiff awarded $1,719.78.
• The B Corp. vs. Steven Whiteman. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Peggy F. Rivera, $978.75; Christopher Hall, $196.15; Melissa Schue, $217.34; Linda L. Bickel, $1,539.20; Michael and Carolyn Bolen, $96.87; Euwin Bryant, $742.24; Jessie M. Hall, $202; and Nina F. Hall, $819.90.
• Victor Feshchenko vs. Don L. and Josie Nyce. Plaintiff awarded $2,010.44.
• Garry Miller vs. Marisela Melendez. Plaintiff awarded $694.84.
The following civil plenary judgment was recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Kenneth W. Jones vs. D&D Precision Machining. Plaintiff awarded $1,389.
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 $325.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in October, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Paul Tacker, Pierceton.
Fined $25 in September, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jonathan Rule, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Donald Jernigan, North Webster.
Fined $24.50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Victoria Rutledge, Warsaw.
Fined $24.50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Ted Hughes, Cromwell.
Fined $25 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jose Saucedo, Warsaw.
Fined $99.50 in July, sentenced to 12 days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Randall Morgan, Warsaw.
The following person also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $99.50 in May and license suspended 90 days was Gustavo Iglecias, Winona Lake.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in September were Ronald Kitt, Warsaw; Laburnski Christian, Warsaw; Kyle Wilbert, Warsaw; and Daryl E. Miller, Nappanee.
Battery - Fined $50 in August was Joseph Ault, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $25 in July was Raul Castillo, Milford.
Criminal Trespass - Fined $50 in November 1998 and sentenced to two days in jail was Jeffery Mettler, Claypool.
Aiding, Inducing Or Causing Criminal Mischief - Fined $100 in October 1998 was Charles Poe, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in October were Rosario L. Islas, 37, Warsaw; German Capulin, 25, Warsaw; Neil A. Higginbotham, 16, Syracuse; Kevin W. Carter, 40, Warsaw; and Dallas C. Larkin, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in September were Whitney R. Wirick, 24, Warsaw; Elisha D. Brige, 21, Claypool; Ronald M. Gross, 27, Rochester; Trina D. Menzie, 28, Warsaw; and Jonathan E. Rule, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in August were Tomas Reyna, 31, Warsaw; Venacio Turpen, 22, Bourbon; and Weston R. Wilson, 18, Rochester.
Fined $27 in May was Miguel Roa, 18, Milford.
Fined $12 in October were Blaine A. Elliott, 18, Warsaw; Kenneth W. Busselberg, 35, Warsaw; Brian J. Johnson, 17, Warsaw; Michael J. Kats, 26, Warsaw; and Amy K. Holler, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in September were Beth A. Cummins, 31, Warsaw; Doral E. Haab, 56, Milford; William D. Fitzpatrick, 24, Mentone; Tina M. Mast, 24, Warsaw; Lisa M. Cochrane, 30, Nappanee; Jeremy J. Meeks, 22, Warsaw; Joshua J. Menzie, 20, Nappanee; Sheila R. Holloway, 46, Akron; Eric B. Cox, 17, Syracuse; Sarah M. Wallen, 18, Warsaw.
Also, Rusty L. Jefferson, 20, Warsaw; Sarah E. Fisher, 21, Pierceton; Teresa L. Conley, 41, Warsaw; and Jeff J. Fitzgerald, 29, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in August were Donald J. Rose, 26, North Manchester; and Andrew M. Paseka, 24, Silver Lake.
Fined $7 in October was Juan J. Coronado, 21, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in September was Brandy E. Marks, 16, North Manchester.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in October were Aaron J. Chabot, 17, Warsaw, and Rafailito G. Hernandez, 21, Milford.
Fined $7 in September were Corey J. Smith, 16, Akron; Rusty L. Jefferson, 20, Warsaw; and Scott H. Bauer, 39, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in August was Lisa M. Clark, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July was Ryan T. Finney, 25, North Manchester.
Ignoring Railroad Crossing Stop Sign - Fined $7 in October was Timothy J. Roe, 18, Warsaw.
No Registration - Fined $7 in October was Kelly A. Davis, 31, North Webster.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in October was David K. Diaz, 41, North Webster.
Fined $7 in August was Donald R. Shepherd, 29, Warsaw.
Failure To Yield - Fined $7 in October was Willis Hamilton, 74, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June were Rusty L. Jefferson, 20, Warsaw, and Ora M. Hirshey, 57, Warsaw.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in September was Paul G. Marquez, 27, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in August was Lauren Laskey, 33, Nappanee.
Passing Violation - Fined $40.50 in September was Michael J. Forrestal, 34, Rochester.
No Valid License - Fined $25 in August was Meliton Acuahuitl, 38, Winona Lake.
False Registration - Fined $7 in August was Scott K. Yarnall, 35, Winona Lake.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in October was Roberto A.Duenas, 34, Winona Lake.
Fined $20 in September were Rachel R. Skeans, 17, Nappanee; Cindy L. Rosenbarger, 40, Silver Lake; Erica D. Bell, 18, Warsaw; and James H. Slone, 27, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - (October) Paul Tacker, Pierceton.
Check Deception - (August) Robert Landrum, Warsaw; (November 1998) John Reece, Warsaw (five counts); (October 1998) Carol Simcox, Pierceton.
Public Intoxication - (July) Richard Cable, Silver Lake.
Driving While Suspended - (July) Jake Larrison, Etna Green.
Battery - (June) Jeromi Beans, Leesburg; Darla Omara, Leesburg; (May) Carlos Orejuega, Warsaw.
Reckless Driving - (June) Michael Forrestal, Rochester.
Failure To Stop After Accident - (April) Tim Michael, Silver Lake.
Disorderly Conduct - (November 1998) Jeffery Mettler, Claypool.
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) Christina S. Barden, 25, Warsaw; Stephani L. Pence, 21, South Whitley; (September) Randy D. Hickman, 37, North Webster; Karra A. Walters, 17, Winona Lake; Dan A. Alexander, 43, Warsaw; Joshua R. Church, 20, North Webster.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Manwaring Farms Inc. vs. Fairview Chick Sales Inc. and Neil R. and Kent A. Nussbaum, all of Remington. Plaintiff seeks $10,000 due on lease agreement, plus $4,318.57 for expenses incurred for repairs and maintenance, attorney fees and court costs.
• Michael Bova, Zionsville, vs. J&M Enterprise, doing business as The Channel Marker Restaurant, East Pickwick Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a June 27, 1999, fall on a deck outside the restaurant. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Byrider Finance Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on contacts, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs: Joe E. Shepherd, Akron, $4,795.09; Victoria J. Hileman, Warsaw, $5,489.08; and Lyle D. and Lyle D. Baron Sr., Columbia City, $1,495.19.
Marriage Dissolution
Semonis
James E. Semonis, West Broadway Street, Etna Green, and Amy L. Semonis, Etna Green. They were married Nov. 15, 1995, and separated Oct. 7, 1999. 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
• McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel Inc. vs. Tina Fuller. Plaintiff awarded $4,705.25 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Samuel J. Stump Jr. $6,140.21, and Donald E. Slone, $6,738.19.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., formerly known as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. Douglas and Deborah Blanton. Plaintiff awarded $3,009.58 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Hawkeye Security Insurance Co., as subrogee of Richard and Kimberly Foreman, vs. David Bell and John Doe (christian name unknown). Plaintiff awarded $763.90 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Douglas Kittrell vs. Rick See Jr. and Tom Myers. After a bench trial, plaintiff awarded $3,837.23 from Myers and See, and Myers awarded $2,825.60 from See.
• Advanstar Communications Inc. vs. Eyetel Technologies. Plaintiff awarded $4,500 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Purofirst Disaster Services vs. Anthony R.Collins. Plaintiff awarded $18,962.02 by default, plus interest, $420 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Byrider Finance Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus court costs, from the following people: Donald W. and Lilly Diane Hicks, $5,130.44; Tammy K. and Bobby Baird, $7,767.61; and Willard Bell, $2,951.94.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Frank Correll, doing business as The Carriage Shoppe, vs. Roger Tracy.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Anne Marie LaSalle vs. Carol Rowlings, individually and doing business as Carrob Enterprises.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Rebecca and David Dunfee Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $145 per week in child support. Oct. 21.
• Holley E. and Kimberly J. Owsley. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. Oct. 26.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• The Finance Co. vs. Timothy J. Pennington, Kuder Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks amount due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Keybank/NA, formerly known as Society Bank, vs. Peggy G. Schaetzle, Chapman Lake, Drive, Warsaw, and American General Finance, Evansville. Plaintiff seeks $88,258.50 due on agreement, plus interest, costs incurred, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc., formerly known as Compass Receivables Management Corp., South Bend, vs. Tatiana and George Schue, Meadowview Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $3,642.45 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Max A. and Georgia Bohannon vs. Focus Enterprises Inc., doing business as Comfort Inn, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Jan. 18, 1998, fall by Max A. Bohannon on a sidewalk outside the business. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Sally J. Hammond vs. Joseph P. Wood, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a July 13, 1998, auto accident at the intersection of Old Road 30 and CR 800W. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Clell and Joann Rowe vs. Ken W. Swartz and Swartz Brothers Construction, Syracuse. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Jan. 14, 1999, auto accident near the intersection of Ind. 15 and Prairie Street. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Diane R. Spilmon vs. Dave King, doing business as King's Studio & Printing, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for damages, plus return of her proofs and negatives and for court costs.
• LaSalle National Bank vs. Kurt Karl Kruger, EMS W26 Lane, North Webster, and Catherine Ann Kruger, West Crystal Flash Road, North Webster; and Indiana Attorney General's Office, Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $92,420 due on promissory note, plus interest, $1,500 in attorney fees, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Marriage Dissolutions
Baker
Terry and Linda S. Baker, South Peru Road, Silver Lake. They were married Dec. 7, 1977, and separated Oct. 17, 1999. There are no minor children.
Hanna
Nanci A. Hanna, North CR 175E, Warsaw, and Shane S. Hanna, Warsaw. They were married June 5, 1991, and separated in October 1998. There are three minor children.
Himes
Ruth Himes, Oldfather Street, Warsaw,a and Shane Himes, East Frontage Road, Warsaw. They were married May 29, 1981, and separated June 30, 1998. There is one minor child.
Lemond
Kirby J. Lemond, West CR 600S, Claypool, and Michelle R. Lemond, Columbia City. They were married May 13, 1995, and separated Oct. 22, 1999. There are no minor children.
Miller
Kristina R. and Darren W. Miller, Prairie Drive, Syracuse. They were married Oct. 13, 1990, and separated Oct. 11, 1999. There are four minor children.
Pickens
Reca S. Pickens, Oldfather Street, Warsaw, and Robert L. Pickens Jr., West CR 100S, Warsaw. They were married April 8, 1999, and separated Oct. 22, 1999. There are no minor children.
Stamper
Cindy D. Stamper, Fort Wayne Avenue, Warsaw, and John H. Stamper, North Park Avenue, Warsaw. They were married March 2, 1982, and separated Sept. 1, 1999. There are two minor children.
Zartman
Wendy Zartman, West Fourth Street, Milford,a nd Brent Zartman, Milford. They were married Sept. 11, 1993, and separated Oct. 15, 1999. There are two minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• American General Finance Inc. vs. Michael L. and Tracie L. Pickering. Plaintiff awarded possession of 60-inch television.
• Consolidated Nutrition, LLC, doing business as Master Mix Feeds, vs. Bonnie L., John R. and Laura Ross. Plaintiff awarded $12,537.56, plus interest and court costs.
• Consumer Portfolio Services Inc. vs. Kelly J. Nichols. Plaintiff awarded $12,732.11 by default, plus court costs.
• Equicredit Corp. of America vs. Kevin and Kelli Perkins and Allen Collections. Plaintiff awarded $85,771.38 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.
• National City Bank/Indiana, successor by merger of First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Pamela S. Neher. Plaintiff awarded $7.047.47.
• Steven A. Cole vs. Pulley-Kellam Co. Inc. Judgment entered in favor of defendant and against plaintiff on all issues. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
• Chemical Bank vs. Thomas J. and Connie J. Bachota, et al. Plaintiff awarded $68,802.03 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.
• National City Bank of Indiana, formerly known as First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Timothy K. Meck, et al. Plaintiff awarded 10,033.33 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:
• Pearl and Ronnie G. Maish vs. Teresa Conley.
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Barbara C.and Jeffrey C. Sponseller vs. Ernest W. Hackbirth.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Candace Jane and James A. Beck. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $234 per week in child support. Oct. 20.
• Stephani (former name Lane restored) and Randal L. Zorn. Oct. 22.
• Rick and Wanda J. Miller. Oct. 22.
• Douglas Ray and Laura Elliott. Oct. 22.
• Phillip A. and Shannon M. Danner. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. Father ordered to pay $90 per week in child support. Oct. 22.
• Jennie (former name Miller restored) and Michael Bousman. Oct. 25.
• Charles N. and Sandra K. Bremer. Oct. 26.
• Raymond D. Jarvis Jr. and Donna E. (former name Banghart restored). Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child, subject to guardianship in which Foy and Teresa Banghart have actual physical custody. Father ordered to pay $127 per week in child support; mother ordered to pay $52 per week in child support. Oct. 27.
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Leaila M. and James E. Hale.
Other Action
• Jay Eckert's request for a probationary driver's license is granted, allowing him to drive for business and rehabilitation programs only.
Bankruptcies
The following is an explanation of bankruptcy terms:
Chapter 7: Liquidation. A court-appointed trustee liquidates the assets of an individual or firm and distributes them to creditors on a prorated basis.
Chapter 11: Business reorganization. Debtor retains possession of assets and attempts to remain in business by proposing a plan of reorganization to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings.
Chapter 13: For individuals with regular income. Often called "wage earner plan." Debtor retains assets and agrees to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
Chapter 12: The family farm bankruptcy proceeding. It is a hybrid between Chapter 13 and Chapter 11. A trustee is appointed, but the debtors remain in possession of their assets and propose to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
• Charlotte Alsup, 601 N. Maple St., North Manchester, Chapter 7. Assets: $19,503. Debts: $82,080.
• Charles Bradley, Pierceton. Chapter 7. Assets: $5,780. Debts: $48,082.
• James Buskirk, 9462 Ind. 19N #4, Etna Green. Chapter 7. Assets: $5,825. Debts: $19,858.
• Darwin and Rita Busz, 316 S. Union St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $33,291. Debts: $32,859.
• Ronald and Sondra Hobbs, 8747 W. CR 125N, Etna Green. Chapter 7. Assets: $120,250. Debts: $123,142.
• Lonnie Jacobs, 601 N. Maple St., North Manchester. Chapter 7. Assets: $114,469. Debts: $179,969.
• Peter Marshall, 1600 The Pass, Winona Lake. Chapter 7. Assets: $48,455. Debts: $113,694.
• Beverly Martin, 3 EMS T34 Lane, Leesburg. Chapter 7. Assets: $20. Debts: $9,036.
• Robert and Cherie McKinzie, 3699 N. CR 175E #69, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $19,300. Debts: $65,978.
• Georgia Norman, Akron. Chapter 7. Assets: $11,630. Debts: $28,411.
• Bruce and Sherylyn Obacz, 9671 E. King Arthur's Terrace, Cromwell. Chapter 7. Assets: $90,540. Debts: $87,513.
• Mark and Bonnie Poe, 6323 S. County Farm Road, Claypool. Chapter 7. Assets: $8,383. Debts: $23,694.
• Nuria Roca, 1631 Bankroft Ave., Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $27,700. Debts: $44,930.
• Darla and Bruce Routson, 1444 E. Camp Mack Road, Milford. Chapter 7. Assets: $156,130. Debts: $172,696.
• Charles and Angela Sapen, 3977 N. CR 100E, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $14,937. Debts: $109,943.
• Andrew Schaetzle and Jacqueline Schaetzle, also known as Jacqueline Brown and Jacqueline Krontz, 303 N. Thompson St., Bourbon. Chapter 7. Assets: $58,328. Debts: $107,209.
• Jeffery and Dana Stahl, 316 W. Eighth St., Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,535. Debts: $24,466.
• Tammy Troyer, 340 E. Levi Lee Road #105, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $6,300. Debts: $31,172. [[In-content Ad]]
Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Gregory G. Singleton, 43, Warsaw, and Veronica L. Fricke, 32, South Columbia Street, Warsaw.
• Leslie N. Gilbertson, 53, and Beverly Sue Johnson, 47, both of West Lore Lane, Warsaw.
• Steven E. Thomas, 44, and Penny J. Hurd, 34, both of CR 660W, Warsaw.
• William Lowell Dubbs, 28, and Bobby Rose Combs, 18, both of Fox Farm Road, Warsaw.
• Melvin L. Hughes, 74, and Bonnie Lou Scott, 65, both of West Levi Lee Road, Warsaw.
• Bennie Allen Keyes, 23, and Jillian Jo Baldridge, 19, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw.
• Michael James Laning, 23, Dayton, Ohio, and Mandy Lynn Conley, 22, South Walnut Drive, Warsaw.
• Michael Otto Hale Jr., 25, and Brittney Suzzanne Vervaet, 23, both of Clinic Court, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Compass Receivables Management Corp. vs. Waylin D. and Kathleen J. Quier. Plaintiff awarded $343.52.
• First Step Finance Inc. vs. Tiffany Harris. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Warsaw Medical Group vs. Sharlene A. Miller. Plaintiff awarded $400.
• Robert A.Schmidt vs. Lee A. Howe. Plaintiff awarded $1,719.78.
• The B Corp. vs. Steven Whiteman. Plaintiff awarded $3,000.
• Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Peggy F. Rivera, $978.75; Christopher Hall, $196.15; Melissa Schue, $217.34; Linda L. Bickel, $1,539.20; Michael and Carolyn Bolen, $96.87; Euwin Bryant, $742.24; Jessie M. Hall, $202; and Nina F. Hall, $819.90.
• Victor Feshchenko vs. Don L. and Josie Nyce. Plaintiff awarded $2,010.44.
• Garry Miller vs. Marisela Melendez. Plaintiff awarded $694.84.
The following civil plenary judgment was recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Kenneth W. Jones vs. D&D Precision Machining. Plaintiff awarded $1,389.
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 $325.50 in court costs:
Driving While Intoxicated - Fined $25 in October, sentenced to six days in jail and license restricted 180 days was Paul Tacker, Pierceton.
Fined $25 in September, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jonathan Rule, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in August, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Donald Jernigan, North Webster.
Fined $24.50 in July, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Victoria Rutledge, Warsaw.
Fined $24.50 in June, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Ted Hughes, Cromwell.
Fined $25 in May, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Jose Saucedo, Warsaw.
Fined $99.50 in July, sentenced to 12 days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Randall Morgan, Warsaw.
The following person also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Driving While Suspended - Fined $99.50 in May and license suspended 90 days was Gustavo Iglecias, Winona Lake.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in September were Ronald Kitt, Warsaw; Laburnski Christian, Warsaw; Kyle Wilbert, Warsaw; and Daryl E. Miller, Nappanee.
Battery - Fined $50 in August was Joseph Ault, Warsaw.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $25 in July was Raul Castillo, Milford.
Criminal Trespass - Fined $50 in November 1998 and sentenced to two days in jail was Jeffery Mettler, Claypool.
Aiding, Inducing Or Causing Criminal Mischief - Fined $100 in October 1998 was Charles Poe, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in October were Rosario L. Islas, 37, Warsaw; German Capulin, 25, Warsaw; Neil A. Higginbotham, 16, Syracuse; Kevin W. Carter, 40, Warsaw; and Dallas C. Larkin, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in September were Whitney R. Wirick, 24, Warsaw; Elisha D. Brige, 21, Claypool; Ronald M. Gross, 27, Rochester; Trina D. Menzie, 28, Warsaw; and Jonathan E. Rule, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in August were Tomas Reyna, 31, Warsaw; Venacio Turpen, 22, Bourbon; and Weston R. Wilson, 18, Rochester.
Fined $27 in May was Miguel Roa, 18, Milford.
Fined $12 in October were Blaine A. Elliott, 18, Warsaw; Kenneth W. Busselberg, 35, Warsaw; Brian J. Johnson, 17, Warsaw; Michael J. Kats, 26, Warsaw; and Amy K. Holler, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in September were Beth A. Cummins, 31, Warsaw; Doral E. Haab, 56, Milford; William D. Fitzpatrick, 24, Mentone; Tina M. Mast, 24, Warsaw; Lisa M. Cochrane, 30, Nappanee; Jeremy J. Meeks, 22, Warsaw; Joshua J. Menzie, 20, Nappanee; Sheila R. Holloway, 46, Akron; Eric B. Cox, 17, Syracuse; Sarah M. Wallen, 18, Warsaw.
Also, Rusty L. Jefferson, 20, Warsaw; Sarah E. Fisher, 21, Pierceton; Teresa L. Conley, 41, Warsaw; and Jeff J. Fitzgerald, 29, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in August were Donald J. Rose, 26, North Manchester; and Andrew M. Paseka, 24, Silver Lake.
Fined $7 in October was Juan J. Coronado, 21, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in September was Brandy E. Marks, 16, North Manchester.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in October were Aaron J. Chabot, 17, Warsaw, and Rafailito G. Hernandez, 21, Milford.
Fined $7 in September were Corey J. Smith, 16, Akron; Rusty L. Jefferson, 20, Warsaw; and Scott H. Bauer, 39, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in August was Lisa M. Clark, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July was Ryan T. Finney, 25, North Manchester.
Ignoring Railroad Crossing Stop Sign - Fined $7 in October was Timothy J. Roe, 18, Warsaw.
No Registration - Fined $7 in October was Kelly A. Davis, 31, North Webster.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in October was David K. Diaz, 41, North Webster.
Fined $7 in August was Donald R. Shepherd, 29, Warsaw.
Failure To Yield - Fined $7 in October was Willis Hamilton, 74, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in June were Rusty L. Jefferson, 20, Warsaw, and Ora M. Hirshey, 57, Warsaw.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in September was Paul G. Marquez, 27, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in August was Lauren Laskey, 33, Nappanee.
Passing Violation - Fined $40.50 in September was Michael J. Forrestal, 34, Rochester.
No Valid License - Fined $25 in August was Meliton Acuahuitl, 38, Winona Lake.
False Registration - Fined $7 in August was Scott K. Yarnall, 35, Winona Lake.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in October was Roberto A.Duenas, 34, Winona Lake.
Fined $20 in September were Rachel R. Skeans, 17, Nappanee; Cindy L. Rosenbarger, 40, Silver Lake; Erica D. Bell, 18, Warsaw; and James H. Slone, 27, Warsaw.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - (October) Paul Tacker, Pierceton.
Check Deception - (August) Robert Landrum, Warsaw; (November 1998) John Reece, Warsaw (five counts); (October 1998) Carol Simcox, Pierceton.
Public Intoxication - (July) Richard Cable, Silver Lake.
Driving While Suspended - (July) Jake Larrison, Etna Green.
Battery - (June) Jeromi Beans, Leesburg; Darla Omara, Leesburg; (May) Carlos Orejuega, Warsaw.
Reckless Driving - (June) Michael Forrestal, Rochester.
Failure To Stop After Accident - (April) Tim Michael, Silver Lake.
Disorderly Conduct - (November 1998) Jeffery Mettler, Claypool.
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) Christina S. Barden, 25, Warsaw; Stephani L. Pence, 21, South Whitley; (September) Randy D. Hickman, 37, North Webster; Karra A. Walters, 17, Winona Lake; Dan A. Alexander, 43, Warsaw; Joshua R. Church, 20, North Webster.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Manwaring Farms Inc. vs. Fairview Chick Sales Inc. and Neil R. and Kent A. Nussbaum, all of Remington. Plaintiff seeks $10,000 due on lease agreement, plus $4,318.57 for expenses incurred for repairs and maintenance, attorney fees and court costs.
• Michael Bova, Zionsville, vs. J&M Enterprise, doing business as The Channel Marker Restaurant, East Pickwick Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a June 27, 1999, fall on a deck outside the restaurant. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Byrider Finance Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on contacts, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs: Joe E. Shepherd, Akron, $4,795.09; Victoria J. Hileman, Warsaw, $5,489.08; and Lyle D. and Lyle D. Baron Sr., Columbia City, $1,495.19.
Marriage Dissolution
Semonis
James E. Semonis, West Broadway Street, Etna Green, and Amy L. Semonis, Etna Green. They were married Nov. 15, 1995, and separated Oct. 7, 1999. 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
• McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel Inc. vs. Tina Fuller. Plaintiff awarded $4,705.25 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Samuel J. Stump Jr. $6,140.21, and Donald E. Slone, $6,738.19.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., formerly known as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. Douglas and Deborah Blanton. Plaintiff awarded $3,009.58 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Hawkeye Security Insurance Co., as subrogee of Richard and Kimberly Foreman, vs. David Bell and John Doe (christian name unknown). Plaintiff awarded $763.90 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Douglas Kittrell vs. Rick See Jr. and Tom Myers. After a bench trial, plaintiff awarded $3,837.23 from Myers and See, and Myers awarded $2,825.60 from See.
• Advanstar Communications Inc. vs. Eyetel Technologies. Plaintiff awarded $4,500 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Purofirst Disaster Services vs. Anthony R.Collins. Plaintiff awarded $18,962.02 by default, plus interest, $420 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Byrider Finance Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus court costs, from the following people: Donald W. and Lilly Diane Hicks, $5,130.44; Tammy K. and Bobby Baird, $7,767.61; and Willard Bell, $2,951.94.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Frank Correll, doing business as The Carriage Shoppe, vs. Roger Tracy.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Anne Marie LaSalle vs. Carol Rowlings, individually and doing business as Carrob Enterprises.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Rebecca and David Dunfee Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $145 per week in child support. Oct. 21.
• Holley E. and Kimberly J. Owsley. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. No child support ordered at this time. Oct. 26.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• The Finance Co. vs. Timothy J. Pennington, Kuder Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks amount due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Keybank/NA, formerly known as Society Bank, vs. Peggy G. Schaetzle, Chapman Lake, Drive, Warsaw, and American General Finance, Evansville. Plaintiff seeks $88,258.50 due on agreement, plus interest, costs incurred, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• NCO Financial Systems Inc., formerly known as Compass Receivables Management Corp., South Bend, vs. Tatiana and George Schue, Meadowview Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $3,642.45 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• Max A. and Georgia Bohannon vs. Focus Enterprises Inc., doing business as Comfort Inn, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Jan. 18, 1998, fall by Max A. Bohannon on a sidewalk outside the business. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Sally J. Hammond vs. Joseph P. Wood, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a July 13, 1998, auto accident at the intersection of Old Road 30 and CR 800W. Plaintiff also seeks court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Clell and Joann Rowe vs. Ken W. Swartz and Swartz Brothers Construction, Syracuse. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a Jan. 14, 1999, auto accident near the intersection of Ind. 15 and Prairie Street. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• Diane R. Spilmon vs. Dave King, doing business as King's Studio & Printing, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for damages, plus return of her proofs and negatives and for court costs.
• LaSalle National Bank vs. Kurt Karl Kruger, EMS W26 Lane, North Webster, and Catherine Ann Kruger, West Crystal Flash Road, North Webster; and Indiana Attorney General's Office, Indianapolis. Plaintiff seeks $92,420 due on promissory note, plus interest, $1,500 in attorney fees, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Marriage Dissolutions
Baker
Terry and Linda S. Baker, South Peru Road, Silver Lake. They were married Dec. 7, 1977, and separated Oct. 17, 1999. There are no minor children.
Hanna
Nanci A. Hanna, North CR 175E, Warsaw, and Shane S. Hanna, Warsaw. They were married June 5, 1991, and separated in October 1998. There are three minor children.
Himes
Ruth Himes, Oldfather Street, Warsaw,a and Shane Himes, East Frontage Road, Warsaw. They were married May 29, 1981, and separated June 30, 1998. There is one minor child.
Lemond
Kirby J. Lemond, West CR 600S, Claypool, and Michelle R. Lemond, Columbia City. They were married May 13, 1995, and separated Oct. 22, 1999. There are no minor children.
Miller
Kristina R. and Darren W. Miller, Prairie Drive, Syracuse. They were married Oct. 13, 1990, and separated Oct. 11, 1999. There are four minor children.
Pickens
Reca S. Pickens, Oldfather Street, Warsaw, and Robert L. Pickens Jr., West CR 100S, Warsaw. They were married April 8, 1999, and separated Oct. 22, 1999. There are no minor children.
Stamper
Cindy D. Stamper, Fort Wayne Avenue, Warsaw, and John H. Stamper, North Park Avenue, Warsaw. They were married March 2, 1982, and separated Sept. 1, 1999. There are two minor children.
Zartman
Wendy Zartman, West Fourth Street, Milford,a nd Brent Zartman, Milford. They were married Sept. 11, 1993, and separated Oct. 15, 1999. There are two minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• American General Finance Inc. vs. Michael L. and Tracie L. Pickering. Plaintiff awarded possession of 60-inch television.
• Consolidated Nutrition, LLC, doing business as Master Mix Feeds, vs. Bonnie L., John R. and Laura Ross. Plaintiff awarded $12,537.56, plus interest and court costs.
• Consumer Portfolio Services Inc. vs. Kelly J. Nichols. Plaintiff awarded $12,732.11 by default, plus court costs.
• Equicredit Corp. of America vs. Kevin and Kelli Perkins and Allen Collections. Plaintiff awarded $85,771.38 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.
• National City Bank/Indiana, successor by merger of First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Pamela S. Neher. Plaintiff awarded $7.047.47.
• Steven A. Cole vs. Pulley-Kellam Co. Inc. Judgment entered in favor of defendant and against plaintiff on all issues. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
• Chemical Bank vs. Thomas J. and Connie J. Bachota, et al. Plaintiff awarded $68,802.03 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.
• National City Bank of Indiana, formerly known as First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Timothy K. Meck, et al. Plaintiff awarded 10,033.33 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:
• Pearl and Ronnie G. Maish vs. Teresa Conley.
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Barbara C.and Jeffrey C. Sponseller vs. Ernest W. Hackbirth.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Candace Jane and James A. Beck. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $234 per week in child support. Oct. 20.
• Stephani (former name Lane restored) and Randal L. Zorn. Oct. 22.
• Rick and Wanda J. Miller. Oct. 22.
• Douglas Ray and Laura Elliott. Oct. 22.
• Phillip A. and Shannon M. Danner. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. Father ordered to pay $90 per week in child support. Oct. 22.
• Jennie (former name Miller restored) and Michael Bousman. Oct. 25.
• Charles N. and Sandra K. Bremer. Oct. 26.
• Raymond D. Jarvis Jr. and Donna E. (former name Banghart restored). Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child, subject to guardianship in which Foy and Teresa Banghart have actual physical custody. Father ordered to pay $127 per week in child support; mother ordered to pay $52 per week in child support. Oct. 27.
The following dissolution proceeding was dismissed:
• Leaila M. and James E. Hale.
Other Action
• Jay Eckert's request for a probationary driver's license is granted, allowing him to drive for business and rehabilitation programs only.
Bankruptcies
The following is an explanation of bankruptcy terms:
Chapter 7: Liquidation. A court-appointed trustee liquidates the assets of an individual or firm and distributes them to creditors on a prorated basis.
Chapter 11: Business reorganization. Debtor retains possession of assets and attempts to remain in business by proposing a plan of reorganization to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings.
Chapter 13: For individuals with regular income. Often called "wage earner plan." Debtor retains assets and agrees to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
Chapter 12: The family farm bankruptcy proceeding. It is a hybrid between Chapter 13 and Chapter 11. A trustee is appointed, but the debtors remain in possession of their assets and propose to pay all or a portion of debts from future earnings over a three- to five-year period.
• Charlotte Alsup, 601 N. Maple St., North Manchester, Chapter 7. Assets: $19,503. Debts: $82,080.
• Charles Bradley, Pierceton. Chapter 7. Assets: $5,780. Debts: $48,082.
• James Buskirk, 9462 Ind. 19N #4, Etna Green. Chapter 7. Assets: $5,825. Debts: $19,858.
• Darwin and Rita Busz, 316 S. Union St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $33,291. Debts: $32,859.
• Ronald and Sondra Hobbs, 8747 W. CR 125N, Etna Green. Chapter 7. Assets: $120,250. Debts: $123,142.
• Lonnie Jacobs, 601 N. Maple St., North Manchester. Chapter 7. Assets: $114,469. Debts: $179,969.
• Peter Marshall, 1600 The Pass, Winona Lake. Chapter 7. Assets: $48,455. Debts: $113,694.
• Beverly Martin, 3 EMS T34 Lane, Leesburg. Chapter 7. Assets: $20. Debts: $9,036.
• Robert and Cherie McKinzie, 3699 N. CR 175E #69, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $19,300. Debts: $65,978.
• Georgia Norman, Akron. Chapter 7. Assets: $11,630. Debts: $28,411.
• Bruce and Sherylyn Obacz, 9671 E. King Arthur's Terrace, Cromwell. Chapter 7. Assets: $90,540. Debts: $87,513.
• Mark and Bonnie Poe, 6323 S. County Farm Road, Claypool. Chapter 7. Assets: $8,383. Debts: $23,694.
• Nuria Roca, 1631 Bankroft Ave., Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $27,700. Debts: $44,930.
• Darla and Bruce Routson, 1444 E. Camp Mack Road, Milford. Chapter 7. Assets: $156,130. Debts: $172,696.
• Charles and Angela Sapen, 3977 N. CR 100E, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $14,937. Debts: $109,943.
• Andrew Schaetzle and Jacqueline Schaetzle, also known as Jacqueline Brown and Jacqueline Krontz, 303 N. Thompson St., Bourbon. Chapter 7. Assets: $58,328. Debts: $107,209.
• Jeffery and Dana Stahl, 316 W. Eighth St., Rochester. Chapter 7. Assets: $4,535. Debts: $24,466.
• Tammy Troyer, 340 E. Levi Lee Road #105, Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $6,300. Debts: $31,172. [[In-content Ad]]
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