Times-Union Court News 11-21-2000
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:
• Freddy Lee Roberts, 23, and Jerri Lynn Flowers, 23, both of South Walnut Street, Mentone.
• Ervin Jay Schlabach, 21, Plains City, Ohio, and Rosalyn Sue Hershberger, 22, Franklin Street, Nappanee.
• Ted L. Ward, 62, and Pamela A. Ward, 58, both of EMS C24D Lane, Warsaw.
• Brad A. Reynolds, 33, and Melissa Lynne Allen, 25, both of North CR 350W, Warsaw.
• James C. Shepherd, 38, and Leslie Ranee Bays, 29, both of North Lake Street, Warsaw.
• Jason Lawrence Kaminsky, 25, and Mariah Lynn Weaver, 26, both of Paradise, Mich.
• Darrell Doss, 27, East CR 1250N, Milford, and Michelle Lynette Wilkerson, 25, Old Ind. 15N, Milford.
• Christopher Aaron Harding, 24, and Melody Anne Weaver, 20, both of Oak Pointe Crossing, Warsaw.
• Charles E. Hassel, 71, Bremen, and Norma J. Boyer, 62, EMS B48 Lane, Warsaw.
• Rickey Lee Hurley, 30, and Kelly Ghean Gelbaugh, 30, both of East Main Street, Mentone.
• Michael D. May, 37, East CR 600S, Claypool, and Beth Anne Hathaway, 19, East CR 150S, Pierceton.
• James Franklin Christian, 24, and Jennifer Louise Heeter, 23, both of North Walnut Street, Etna Green.
• Michael C. Mahan, 42, and Lisa M. Nichols, 39, both of East Main Street, Warsaw.
• Jeffrey Scott Pranger, 32, and Erica Katherine Joy Carrick, 21, both of Turtle Bay Drive, Syracuse.
• Daniel Lee Falk, 25, North Forest Drive, Syracuse, and Wanda Lynette Miller, 21, West Walnut Street, Nappanee.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Harris & Harris vs. Mary Ann Himes Hale. Plaintiff awarded $1,090.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: David A. Clouse, $286.95; Betty Ramey, $1,243.23; Sandra Konkle, $175.14; Steven Prater, $2,997.91; Nichol Keplinger, $748.56; Bill R. and Judy C. Ferrill, $307.94; Rachael K. Chadwick, $1,315.21; and Priscilla Jean Robinson, $603.36.
• Warsaw Community Schools awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Jerry Wilkins, $234.95; Terry and Grace Woodling, $373.89; Kenneth and Jane Wyman, $263; Gregory Scott and Donna Stephens, $234; Melissa Stump, $256; Dorotha Tackett, $159.99; David and Rhona Truex, $327.62; Michael and Jennifer Weaver, $159; Chassity Shepherd, $234; Tim Smith, $330.42;
Also, Kathy Roberts, $352.80; Brenda Schanbacher, $230; Sharon and Kevin Schlemmer, $278.30; Michael and Charlotte Schuh, $228.85; Michael and Donna J. Rigney, $480.90; Michael and Wendy Shelpman, $303; and Anthony Sommers, $387.37.
• Hoosier Propane vs. John Fuller. Plaintiff awarded $330.98.
• Ernest J. and Lori Paar vs. Jim and Sherry Montague. Plaintiffs awarded $209.08.
• American Express vs. Patricia A. Ballinger. Plaintiff awarded $2,257.03.
• Beckman Lawson, LLP, vs. Judith Haynes. Plaintiff awarded $1,417.37.
• Bryon J. Berry awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Charles Turner, $411, and Amanda Nine, $1,034.83.
• Roland Arnell vs. Luann Spranger. Plaintiff awarded $895.
• Grauel Enterprises vs. Nikki Coo. Plaintiff awarded $870.34.
• Comfortemp Inc. vs. David Tabb. Plaintiff awarded $2,625.
• Gragg Equipment Co. vs. K&L Steel Fabrications. Plaintiff awarded $1,171.79.
• Michael and Susan Stevens vs. Jon and Sheila Mauk. Plaintiffs awarded $1,140.
• Tom and Connie Swick vs. Richard and Carol Surface. Plaintiffs awarded $802.28.
• Matthew C. Dolbee and Lisa McKrill vs. Willard Brandt. Plaintiffs awarded $1,270.
• Thelma and George Barlow vs. Jeremy Garner. Plaintiffs awarded $532.
• Ace Hardware of Warsaw. vs. David Melching. Plaintiff awarded $1,613.49.
• Jeff and Dee Vida vs. Carolyn Smith. Plaintiffs awarded $1,365.
• Auto One vs. Justan and Kim Dotson. Plaintiff awarded $469.77.
• Wayne E. and Verna Lee Carlin vs. Bridget Burnley. Plaintiff awarded $1,684.
• Reed & Earhart awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Thomas McDowell, $551.78; Harold T. Walters, $356.67; Brian Meade, $578.38; Juliano A. Cooper, $433.60; Tamela Hutchison, $817.09.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Harry Harreld, $1,303.91; Jose A. Luna, $291.46; Jason Lee, $495.17; Davey Perkins, $1,123.09.
• Kim Edmonds vs. T.J. and Lois Sitchenkov. Plaintiff awarded return of property in each of two cases.
Superior Court II
The following infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko Superior Court II with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $75 in November 1999 was Richard L. Bennett, 52, North Manchester.
Fined $27 in November were Maximino Mendoza, 27, Warsaw, and Toby D. Popenfoose, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in October were Ty R. Shepler, 31, Warsaw; Robert C. Moore, 20, Warsaw; Derek T. Ganshorn, 20, Warsaw; Kristi A. Nye, 21, Warsaw, and Christina L. Estby, 24, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in September was Gregory Calhoun, 42, Leesburg.
Fined $27 in August was Blake D. Pilcher, 23, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in November were Richard J. Bowerman, 16, Milford; Kathy S. Adkins, 18, Milford; and Amy B. Barry, 30, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October were Matthew K. Cassel, 30, Warsaw; Kristen D. Sellers, 18, Warsaw; Maribel G. Lopez, 26, Winona Lake; Dale M. Jackson, 18, Warsaw; Shelby J. Morrisey, 60, Warsaw; Juan L. Martinez, 24, Warsaw; Matthew W. Bauman, 19, Syracuse; Shawn A. Ousley, 25, Warsaw; Chadd A. Brown, 17, Pierceton; Shelley R. Kuhn, 32, Syracuse; Charles L. Davis, 26, Claypool; Cassandra J. Walton, 21, Syracuse; Sally A. Carpenter, 43, Leesburg; Florence M. Dausman, 42, Pierceton;
Also, Travis Hepler, 16, Milford; Tamela M. Jordon, 19, Warsaw; Andy Hostetler, 51, Etna Green; Stuart D. Griner, 27, Atwood; and Calvin D. Coy, 28, North Webster.
Fined $12 in September was Blake D. Pilcher, 23, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in August was Heath P. Gaerte, 26, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in June was Robert E. Hurley, 42, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in October was Nancy D. Bowers, 49, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in September was Andi J. Stroup, 27, Warsaw.
No Registration - Fined $7 in November was Robert T. Searfoss, 51, Syracuse.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in November was Eugene F. Young, 67, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in September was Shane D. Herring, 24, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July was Joshua S. Surface, 28, Warsaw.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in November was Jason W. Shepherd, 25, Claypool.
Fined $7 in October were Janice R. Salsgiver, 43, Winona Lake; Erika A. Martin, 24, Syracuse; Robert C. Deckys, 27, Warsaw; and Martha S. Egolf, 46, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in October were Lisa A. Patino, 22, Warsaw; Kerri A. Cox, 23, Warsaw; Donald L. Andrews, 40, Larwill; Angelise G. Curtis, 33, South Whitley; and Deborah L. Stahl, 49, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in August was Michael O. Hale, 26, Warsaw.
Expired Driver's License - Fined $7 in October was Chad M. Williamson, 25, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in November was Christopher J. Cline, 18, Milford.
Fined $7 in October were Keven T. Denney, 16, Warsaw; Terry L. King, 22, Syracuse; Frederick V. Berger, 18, Leesburg; and John D. Wright, 29, Milford.
No Registration Certificate - Fined $25 in September was Jason J. Oest, 18, Warsaw.
Improper Headlights - Fined $7 in April was Jimmy D. Sain, 53, Syracuse.
False Registration - Fined $7 in November 1999 was Crystal R. Hubler, 26, Warsaw.
The following person also paid $75 in court costs:
No Boat Registration - Fined $7 in September was John A. Culbertson, 29, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in October were Ryan Wolfe, 17, Warsaw; Frank A. DiRico, 40, Warsaw; Troy A. Smith, 33, Winona Lake; and Rosario Canales, 28, Winona Lake.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in November was Matthew J. Brubaker, 42, Warsaw.
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) Michele L. Morgan, 32, Warsaw; Timothy D. Doud, 30, Akron; Christopher J. Riley, 16, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• FSF Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts, plus attorney fees and court costs: Jay D. Leeka, Bremen, and Betsy Leeka Morrison, West CR 500S, Mentone, $7,568.99; Tim W. Dawson, Ind. 25S, Warsaw, $5,112.83; Charles R. Rogers, Ligonier, $6,352.93; and Melissa Armey, EMS C30 Lane, Warsaw, $5,015.61.
• Teachers Credit Union vs. Shane A. and Cynthia D. Giger, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $408.70 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Household Finance Corp. vs. Robert Banghart, East Heritage Drive, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $3,484.26 due on contract, plus interest and court costs.
• Beckman Lawson, LLP, vs. Michael D. Morgan, EMS B44 Lane, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $13,634.66 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• John F. and Patricia K. Garber vs. David M. and Jeannie K. Williams, Columbia City. Plaintiffs seek $63,356.16 due on real estate contract, plus interest, $2,500 in attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of contract subject to interest held by National City Bank.
• Credit Bureau Associates Co. Inc., doing business as Debt Recovery Group, vs. Sharon L. Lengacher, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,425.98 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. vs. Kim F. Smith, Clinic Court, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $10,689.90 due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• National City Bank, as successor in interest to First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Christine A. Simons, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $8,552.12 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Aguilar
John L. Aguilar, Warsaw, and April M. Aguilar, East Center Street, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 14, 1996, and separated Sept. 28, 2000. There are no minor children.
Gray
Michael S. and Michelle Gray, Kosciusko County. They were married Aug. 6, 1993, and separated Aug. 1, 2000. There are two minor children.
Page
Riley J. Page, Lillian, Ala., and Gay N. Page, EMS D18A1 Lane, Syracuse. They were married Dec. 28, 1999, and separated Sept. 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
Walker
Margaret M. Walker, Kosciusko County, and Charles Walker, Pierceton. They were married April 4, 1967, and separated Nov. 9, 2000. There are no minor children.
Whitaker
Lynette and William Whitaker, South CR 250E, Winona Lake. They were married Nov. 21, 1992, and separated Oct. 17, 2000. 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
• Affiliated Family Dentist, P.C., awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Sam T. Prater, $363.83; Janice C. Gressley, $1,590.67; and Terry A. Treesh, $2,331.58.
• Allen Collections Inc. vs. Adams R. and Barbara Sheets. Plaintiff awarded $3,928 by default, plus court costs.
• Alice Jade Owens vs. David L. Tabb. Plaintiff awarded $855, plus interest, court costs and that Tabb shall sign over his interest in a timeshare unit.
• C.W. Leasing Inc., doing business as Kinetico Leasing, vs. Jason R. Coleman. Plaintiff awarded $4,890.32 by default, plus court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Sandra K. Gray, $4,316.40; Richard D. Hyde, $4,671.02; Curtis R. Collins, $4,739.15; Manuel A. Contreras, $5,313.62; Jeffery A. and Monika A. Cook, $5,880.88; Jamie R. Losee, $5,983.26; Rick L. and Stacy R. Sherow, $4,538.75; and Abigail L. Pifer, $5,997.04.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Vince J. Santolino vs. Mark Schwartz.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA vs. Ronald D. Short.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. Rob L. Gibson and Theresa R. Estep.
• The Chase Manhattan Bank, successor by merger to Chase Bank of Texas/NA, vs. Joe Slone, et al.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Barbara C. and Roger Carter. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $144 per week in child support. Nov. 8.
Other Action
• Kelsey A. Simpson, a minor by her next friend, Teresa L. Simpson, vs. Robert A. Hite, Ted Slone and James W. Ross. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler as mediator.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Shanon K. Marsillett, Southside Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,809.89 due on assigned account, plus court costs.
• Equicredit Corp. of Indiana vs. Andrew B. Nichols, Courtland Park, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $79,619.32 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.
• Banc One Financial Services Inc. vs. Janet S.Lilly, East Epworth Forest Road, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $55,130.92 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Star Financial Bank vs. Chris Haigwood, West CR 200S, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,573.16 due on promissory note, plus court costs.
• Thomas R. and Cynthia Dudzik, Martins Ferry, Ohio, vs. Joseph F. Fox, Star City. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a July 15, 1999, auto accident at U.S. 30 and Ind. 19, Etna Green. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Kosciusko County Health Department vs. William Hoene, EMS C2 Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an order requiring compliance with ordinances by removal of all rubbish from property. Plaintiff also seeks that a fine be levied until compliance is made.
• Creditmax Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts: Mark A. Thacker, South Main Street, Bourbon, $6,737.95, and Gary V. and Tabitha S. Syndram, West CR 500S, Mentone, $6,922.84.
• Standard Federal Savings Bank vs. James A. and Angela S. Kulczar, Epworth Forest Road, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $126,214.38 due on 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
Henson
Corina M. Henson, East Rock-A-Bye Road, Cromwell, and Kevin L. Henson, East Swallow Drive, Cromwell. They were married March 27, 2000, and separated July 10, 2000. There are no minor children.
McCuddy
Karen McCuddy, Warsaw, and Richard E. McCuddy Jr., Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 27, 1991, and separated Nov. 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
Neumann
Angie L. Berg Neumann, Kosciusko County, and Bradley D. Neumann, Dowagiac, Mich. They were married Nov. 2, 1999, and separated April 28, 2000. There are no minor child.
Snyder
Lena and David C. Snyder, Timon Drive, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 27, 1986, and separated Nov. 6, 2000. There are two minor children.
Willard
Cory N. Willard, North Huntington Street, Syracuse, and Stacey L. Willard, West Elm Street, North Webster. They were married Dec. 27, 1992, and separated Oct. 15, 2000. There is one minor child.
Zorger
Rod Zorger, Columbia City, and Kimberlee J. Zorger, EMS B33A Lane, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 21, 1991, and separated in July 1997. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaint
• Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp. vs. David B. and Sharon R. Mitterling. Plaintiff awarded $87,528.14 by default, plus interest and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Name Change
• Robert A. and Celeste M. Ragland's request to change the name of their minor child from Robert Hawkins Ragland to Hawkins Robert Ragland is granted.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Juan and Sylvia Perales vs. Allstate Insurance Co. Court costs taxed to petitioners.
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Atta Helman, administrator of the estate of Virgil Helman, vs. Edward Chivington and R.C.'s Pier.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Julie and Terry Snyder. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $163 per week in child support. Nov. 6.
• Kristi K. and Terry P. Burgh. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. Nov. 13.
• Tamara (former name Davis restored) and Richard Keplinger. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $80 per week in child support. Nov. 13.
Other Action
• Clell and Joann Rowe vs. Ken W. Swartz and Swartz Brothers Construction.
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.
• Donald and Marjorie Caverley, 909 Taylor St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $83,410. Debts: $107,105.
• Christine Feldman, 4804 E. Armstrong Road #1, Leesburg. Chapter 7. Assets: $2,030. Debts: $20,678. [[In-content Ad]]
Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Freddy Lee Roberts, 23, and Jerri Lynn Flowers, 23, both of South Walnut Street, Mentone.
• Ervin Jay Schlabach, 21, Plains City, Ohio, and Rosalyn Sue Hershberger, 22, Franklin Street, Nappanee.
• Ted L. Ward, 62, and Pamela A. Ward, 58, both of EMS C24D Lane, Warsaw.
• Brad A. Reynolds, 33, and Melissa Lynne Allen, 25, both of North CR 350W, Warsaw.
• James C. Shepherd, 38, and Leslie Ranee Bays, 29, both of North Lake Street, Warsaw.
• Jason Lawrence Kaminsky, 25, and Mariah Lynn Weaver, 26, both of Paradise, Mich.
• Darrell Doss, 27, East CR 1250N, Milford, and Michelle Lynette Wilkerson, 25, Old Ind. 15N, Milford.
• Christopher Aaron Harding, 24, and Melody Anne Weaver, 20, both of Oak Pointe Crossing, Warsaw.
• Charles E. Hassel, 71, Bremen, and Norma J. Boyer, 62, EMS B48 Lane, Warsaw.
• Rickey Lee Hurley, 30, and Kelly Ghean Gelbaugh, 30, both of East Main Street, Mentone.
• Michael D. May, 37, East CR 600S, Claypool, and Beth Anne Hathaway, 19, East CR 150S, Pierceton.
• James Franklin Christian, 24, and Jennifer Louise Heeter, 23, both of North Walnut Street, Etna Green.
• Michael C. Mahan, 42, and Lisa M. Nichols, 39, both of East Main Street, Warsaw.
• Jeffrey Scott Pranger, 32, and Erica Katherine Joy Carrick, 21, both of Turtle Bay Drive, Syracuse.
• Daniel Lee Falk, 25, North Forest Drive, Syracuse, and Wanda Lynette Miller, 21, West Walnut Street, Nappanee.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Harris & Harris vs. Mary Ann Himes Hale. Plaintiff awarded $1,090.
• Martin Financial Management awarded the judgments noted against the following people: David A. Clouse, $286.95; Betty Ramey, $1,243.23; Sandra Konkle, $175.14; Steven Prater, $2,997.91; Nichol Keplinger, $748.56; Bill R. and Judy C. Ferrill, $307.94; Rachael K. Chadwick, $1,315.21; and Priscilla Jean Robinson, $603.36.
• Warsaw Community Schools awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Jerry Wilkins, $234.95; Terry and Grace Woodling, $373.89; Kenneth and Jane Wyman, $263; Gregory Scott and Donna Stephens, $234; Melissa Stump, $256; Dorotha Tackett, $159.99; David and Rhona Truex, $327.62; Michael and Jennifer Weaver, $159; Chassity Shepherd, $234; Tim Smith, $330.42;
Also, Kathy Roberts, $352.80; Brenda Schanbacher, $230; Sharon and Kevin Schlemmer, $278.30; Michael and Charlotte Schuh, $228.85; Michael and Donna J. Rigney, $480.90; Michael and Wendy Shelpman, $303; and Anthony Sommers, $387.37.
• Hoosier Propane vs. John Fuller. Plaintiff awarded $330.98.
• Ernest J. and Lori Paar vs. Jim and Sherry Montague. Plaintiffs awarded $209.08.
• American Express vs. Patricia A. Ballinger. Plaintiff awarded $2,257.03.
• Beckman Lawson, LLP, vs. Judith Haynes. Plaintiff awarded $1,417.37.
• Bryon J. Berry awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Charles Turner, $411, and Amanda Nine, $1,034.83.
• Roland Arnell vs. Luann Spranger. Plaintiff awarded $895.
• Grauel Enterprises vs. Nikki Coo. Plaintiff awarded $870.34.
• Comfortemp Inc. vs. David Tabb. Plaintiff awarded $2,625.
• Gragg Equipment Co. vs. K&L Steel Fabrications. Plaintiff awarded $1,171.79.
• Michael and Susan Stevens vs. Jon and Sheila Mauk. Plaintiffs awarded $1,140.
• Tom and Connie Swick vs. Richard and Carol Surface. Plaintiffs awarded $802.28.
• Matthew C. Dolbee and Lisa McKrill vs. Willard Brandt. Plaintiffs awarded $1,270.
• Thelma and George Barlow vs. Jeremy Garner. Plaintiffs awarded $532.
• Ace Hardware of Warsaw. vs. David Melching. Plaintiff awarded $1,613.49.
• Jeff and Dee Vida vs. Carolyn Smith. Plaintiffs awarded $1,365.
• Auto One vs. Justan and Kim Dotson. Plaintiff awarded $469.77.
• Wayne E. and Verna Lee Carlin vs. Bridget Burnley. Plaintiff awarded $1,684.
• Reed & Earhart awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Thomas McDowell, $551.78; Harold T. Walters, $356.67; Brian Meade, $578.38; Juliano A. Cooper, $433.60; Tamela Hutchison, $817.09.
• Helvey & Associates Inc. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Harry Harreld, $1,303.91; Jose A. Luna, $291.46; Jason Lee, $495.17; Davey Perkins, $1,123.09.
• Kim Edmonds vs. T.J. and Lois Sitchenkov. Plaintiff awarded return of property in each of two cases.
Superior Court II
The following infractions were recently admitted and adjudged in Kosciusko Superior Court II with Judge James Jarrette presiding. The month the incident occurred is included to eliminate confusion.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $75 in November 1999 was Richard L. Bennett, 52, North Manchester.
Fined $27 in November were Maximino Mendoza, 27, Warsaw, and Toby D. Popenfoose, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in October were Ty R. Shepler, 31, Warsaw; Robert C. Moore, 20, Warsaw; Derek T. Ganshorn, 20, Warsaw; Kristi A. Nye, 21, Warsaw, and Christina L. Estby, 24, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in September was Gregory Calhoun, 42, Leesburg.
Fined $27 in August was Blake D. Pilcher, 23, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in November were Richard J. Bowerman, 16, Milford; Kathy S. Adkins, 18, Milford; and Amy B. Barry, 30, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October were Matthew K. Cassel, 30, Warsaw; Kristen D. Sellers, 18, Warsaw; Maribel G. Lopez, 26, Winona Lake; Dale M. Jackson, 18, Warsaw; Shelby J. Morrisey, 60, Warsaw; Juan L. Martinez, 24, Warsaw; Matthew W. Bauman, 19, Syracuse; Shawn A. Ousley, 25, Warsaw; Chadd A. Brown, 17, Pierceton; Shelley R. Kuhn, 32, Syracuse; Charles L. Davis, 26, Claypool; Cassandra J. Walton, 21, Syracuse; Sally A. Carpenter, 43, Leesburg; Florence M. Dausman, 42, Pierceton;
Also, Travis Hepler, 16, Milford; Tamela M. Jordon, 19, Warsaw; Andy Hostetler, 51, Etna Green; Stuart D. Griner, 27, Atwood; and Calvin D. Coy, 28, North Webster.
Fined $12 in September was Blake D. Pilcher, 23, Pierceton.
Fined $12 in August was Heath P. Gaerte, 26, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in June was Robert E. Hurley, 42, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in October was Nancy D. Bowers, 49, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in September was Andi J. Stroup, 27, Warsaw.
No Registration - Fined $7 in November was Robert T. Searfoss, 51, Syracuse.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in November was Eugene F. Young, 67, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in September was Shane D. Herring, 24, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in July was Joshua S. Surface, 28, Warsaw.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in November was Jason W. Shepherd, 25, Claypool.
Fined $7 in October were Janice R. Salsgiver, 43, Winona Lake; Erika A. Martin, 24, Syracuse; Robert C. Deckys, 27, Warsaw; and Martha S. Egolf, 46, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in October were Lisa A. Patino, 22, Warsaw; Kerri A. Cox, 23, Warsaw; Donald L. Andrews, 40, Larwill; Angelise G. Curtis, 33, South Whitley; and Deborah L. Stahl, 49, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in August was Michael O. Hale, 26, Warsaw.
Expired Driver's License - Fined $7 in October was Chad M. Williamson, 25, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in November was Christopher J. Cline, 18, Milford.
Fined $7 in October were Keven T. Denney, 16, Warsaw; Terry L. King, 22, Syracuse; Frederick V. Berger, 18, Leesburg; and John D. Wright, 29, Milford.
No Registration Certificate - Fined $25 in September was Jason J. Oest, 18, Warsaw.
Improper Headlights - Fined $7 in April was Jimmy D. Sain, 53, Syracuse.
False Registration - Fined $7 in November 1999 was Crystal R. Hubler, 26, Warsaw.
The following person also paid $75 in court costs:
No Boat Registration - Fined $7 in September was John A. Culbertson, 29, Warsaw.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in October were Ryan Wolfe, 17, Warsaw; Frank A. DiRico, 40, Warsaw; Troy A. Smith, 33, Winona Lake; and Rosario Canales, 28, Winona Lake.
Child Restraint Violation - Fined $25 in November was Matthew J. Brubaker, 42, Warsaw.
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) Michele L. Morgan, 32, Warsaw; Timothy D. Doud, 30, Akron; Christopher J. Riley, 16, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• FSF Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts, plus attorney fees and court costs: Jay D. Leeka, Bremen, and Betsy Leeka Morrison, West CR 500S, Mentone, $7,568.99; Tim W. Dawson, Ind. 25S, Warsaw, $5,112.83; Charles R. Rogers, Ligonier, $6,352.93; and Melissa Armey, EMS C30 Lane, Warsaw, $5,015.61.
• Teachers Credit Union vs. Shane A. and Cynthia D. Giger, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $408.70 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Household Finance Corp. vs. Robert Banghart, East Heritage Drive, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $3,484.26 due on contract, plus interest and court costs.
• Beckman Lawson, LLP, vs. Michael D. Morgan, EMS B44 Lane, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $13,634.66 due on account, plus interest and court costs.
• John F. and Patricia K. Garber vs. David M. and Jeannie K. Williams, Columbia City. Plaintiffs seek $63,356.16 due on real estate contract, plus interest, $2,500 in attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of contract subject to interest held by National City Bank.
• Credit Bureau Associates Co. Inc., doing business as Debt Recovery Group, vs. Sharon L. Lengacher, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,425.98 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• Ford Motor Credit Co. vs. Kim F. Smith, Clinic Court, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $10,689.90 due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• National City Bank, as successor in interest to First National Bank of Warsaw, vs. Christine A. Simons, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $8,552.12 due on agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Aguilar
John L. Aguilar, Warsaw, and April M. Aguilar, East Center Street, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 14, 1996, and separated Sept. 28, 2000. There are no minor children.
Gray
Michael S. and Michelle Gray, Kosciusko County. They were married Aug. 6, 1993, and separated Aug. 1, 2000. There are two minor children.
Page
Riley J. Page, Lillian, Ala., and Gay N. Page, EMS D18A1 Lane, Syracuse. They were married Dec. 28, 1999, and separated Sept. 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
Walker
Margaret M. Walker, Kosciusko County, and Charles Walker, Pierceton. They were married April 4, 1967, and separated Nov. 9, 2000. There are no minor children.
Whitaker
Lynette and William Whitaker, South CR 250E, Winona Lake. They were married Nov. 21, 1992, and separated Oct. 17, 2000. 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
• Affiliated Family Dentist, P.C., awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Sam T. Prater, $363.83; Janice C. Gressley, $1,590.67; and Terry A. Treesh, $2,331.58.
• Allen Collections Inc. vs. Adams R. and Barbara Sheets. Plaintiff awarded $3,928 by default, plus court costs.
• Alice Jade Owens vs. David L. Tabb. Plaintiff awarded $855, plus interest, court costs and that Tabb shall sign over his interest in a timeshare unit.
• C.W. Leasing Inc., doing business as Kinetico Leasing, vs. Jason R. Coleman. Plaintiff awarded $4,890.32 by default, plus court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Sandra K. Gray, $4,316.40; Richard D. Hyde, $4,671.02; Curtis R. Collins, $4,739.15; Manuel A. Contreras, $5,313.62; Jeffery A. and Monika A. Cook, $5,880.88; Jamie R. Losee, $5,983.26; Rick L. and Stacy R. Sherow, $4,538.75; and Abigail L. Pifer, $5,997.04.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Vince J. Santolino vs. Mark Schwartz.
The following cases were dismissed without prejudice:
• Bankers Trust Co. of California/NA vs. Ronald D. Short.
• Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals vs. Rob L. Gibson and Theresa R. Estep.
• The Chase Manhattan Bank, successor by merger to Chase Bank of Texas/NA, vs. Joe Slone, et al.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Barbara C. and Roger Carter. Mother awarded custody of couple's three minor children. Father ordered to pay $144 per week in child support. Nov. 8.
Other Action
• Kelsey A. Simpson, a minor by her next friend, Teresa L. Simpson, vs. Robert A. Hite, Ted Slone and James W. Ross. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler as mediator.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Shanon K. Marsillett, Southside Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,809.89 due on assigned account, plus court costs.
• Equicredit Corp. of Indiana vs. Andrew B. Nichols, Courtland Park, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $79,619.32 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.
• Banc One Financial Services Inc. vs. Janet S.Lilly, East Epworth Forest Road, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $55,130.92 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Star Financial Bank vs. Chris Haigwood, West CR 200S, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $2,573.16 due on promissory note, plus court costs.
• Thomas R. and Cynthia Dudzik, Martins Ferry, Ohio, vs. Joseph F. Fox, Star City. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from a July 15, 1999, auto accident at U.S. 30 and Ind. 19, Etna Green. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Kosciusko County Health Department vs. William Hoene, EMS C2 Lane, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an order requiring compliance with ordinances by removal of all rubbish from property. Plaintiff also seeks that a fine be levied until compliance is made.
• Creditmax Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on contracts: Mark A. Thacker, South Main Street, Bourbon, $6,737.95, and Gary V. and Tabitha S. Syndram, West CR 500S, Mentone, $6,922.84.
• Standard Federal Savings Bank vs. James A. and Angela S. Kulczar, Epworth Forest Road, North Webster. Plaintiff seeks $126,214.38 due on 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
Henson
Corina M. Henson, East Rock-A-Bye Road, Cromwell, and Kevin L. Henson, East Swallow Drive, Cromwell. They were married March 27, 2000, and separated July 10, 2000. There are no minor children.
McCuddy
Karen McCuddy, Warsaw, and Richard E. McCuddy Jr., Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 27, 1991, and separated Nov. 1, 2000. There are no minor children.
Neumann
Angie L. Berg Neumann, Kosciusko County, and Bradley D. Neumann, Dowagiac, Mich. They were married Nov. 2, 1999, and separated April 28, 2000. There are no minor child.
Snyder
Lena and David C. Snyder, Timon Drive, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 27, 1986, and separated Nov. 6, 2000. There are two minor children.
Willard
Cory N. Willard, North Huntington Street, Syracuse, and Stacey L. Willard, West Elm Street, North Webster. They were married Dec. 27, 1992, and separated Oct. 15, 2000. There is one minor child.
Zorger
Rod Zorger, Columbia City, and Kimberlee J. Zorger, EMS B33A Lane, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 21, 1991, and separated in July 1997. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaint
• Nationsbanc Mortgage Corp. vs. David B. and Sharon R. Mitterling. Plaintiff awarded $87,528.14 by default, plus interest and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
Name Change
• Robert A. and Celeste M. Ragland's request to change the name of their minor child from Robert Hawkins Ragland to Hawkins Robert Ragland is granted.
Dismissals
The following case was dismissed:
• Juan and Sylvia Perales vs. Allstate Insurance Co. Court costs taxed to petitioners.
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• Atta Helman, administrator of the estate of Virgil Helman, vs. Edward Chivington and R.C.'s Pier.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Julie and Terry Snyder. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $163 per week in child support. Nov. 6.
• Kristi K. and Terry P. Burgh. Couple awarded joint custody of their minor child. Nov. 13.
• Tamara (former name Davis restored) and Richard Keplinger. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $80 per week in child support. Nov. 13.
Other Action
• Clell and Joann Rowe vs. Ken W. Swartz and Swartz Brothers Construction.
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.
• Donald and Marjorie Caverley, 909 Taylor St., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $83,410. Debts: $107,105.
• Christine Feldman, 4804 E. Armstrong Road #1, Leesburg. Chapter 7. Assets: $2,030. Debts: $20,678. [[In-content Ad]]
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