Times-Union Court News 12-03-2002
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Kevin W. Bowser, 35, Pinecroft, Nappanee, and Lesa K. Jefferson, 40, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw.
• Spencer Adam Fisk, 23, and Adrienne Janelle Morin, 23, both of North Orchard Drive, Warsaw.
• Billy Dewayne Gibson, 31, and Nicole Dawn Bowser, 25, both of South CR 325E, Warsaw.
• Ortega V. Jaime, 20, South Mishawaka Street, Akron, and Jenni N. Jenkins, 33, Old Road 30W, Warsaw.
• David Andrew Kreiner, 22, and Autum May Obacz, 20, both of North Elm Grove Drive, Syracuse.
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 $82.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in October were Joshua K. Miller, 17, Warsaw; Kathy Macnak, 46, Winona Lake; Bradley P. Bowtreger, 25, Claypool; Felicia L. Carr, 18, Pierceton; Elisabeth A. Kline, 17, Warsaw; Jodi K. Freel, 39, Cromwell; John M. Gabbard, 18, Pierceton; Mark R. Aker, 32, Leesburg.
Fined $27 in September was Sorena D. Taylor, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October were Toran L. Savant, 17, Warsaw; Matthew S. Sausaman, 30, Syracuse; Tara J. Prater, 30, Warsaw; Rita R. Davis, 25, Syracuse; Tod L. Wirebaugh, 36, Leesburg;
Fined $12 in September was Antonio Martinez, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in August were Angelita N. Velazquez, 23, Akron; Matthew W. Trier, 37, Winona Lake; and Angie M. Woodling, 23, Etna Green.
Fined $12 in July was Casey A. Couture, 19, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in October were Jay D. Koontz, 32, Syracuse; Joshua J. Lardino, 16, Pierceton; Chad W. Fitzpatrick, 18, North Manchester; Emily M. Cline, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in September was Amy S. Delcamp, 27, North Webster.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in October were Shane T. Smith, 23, Syracuse, and Jeffrey L. Zumbrun, 44, Milford.
Fined $7 in September was Heather M. Miller, 20, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in August was Kelly J. Hawkins, 18, Milford.
False Or Fictitious Registration - Fined $7 in October were Johnnie R. Byrkett, 19, Cromwell, and Joseph M. Hernandez, 16, Milford.
No Motorcycle Endorsement - Fined $17 in October was Charles L. Barth, 45, North Webster.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in October was Alfredo H. Moreno, 38, Warsaw.
Failure To Drive On Right Side - Fined $7 in October was Tommy L. Cagle, 40, Cromwell.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in October were Melissa S. Sparks, 19, Warsaw; David B. Brumbaugh, 45, Winona Lake; and Kyle W. Swartz, 36, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in October was Joshua A. Cooley, 18, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in August was Ryan A. Park, 21, Milford.
Fined $7 in January was Sheri L. Hodson, 32, North Manchester.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in July was Gary A. Conley, 36, Akron.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in June was Jose A. Campos, 25, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Flashing Signal - Fined $7 in January was Sheri L. Hodson, 32, North Manchester.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in October were Brett L. Denney, 44, North Webster; Lisa M. Morgan, 25, Warsaw; Michael Dittman, 54, Warsaw; Jaime B. Hernandez, 24, Warsaw; Jason L. Rodgers, 31, Leesburg; Chad T. Metz, 18, Warsaw; Tara R. McClone, 21, Mentone; Kevin D. Bryant, 27, Warsaw; Debbie S. McNees, 21, Warsaw;
Fined $20 in August was Tracee N. Price, 22, Etna Green.
Fined $20 in July was Joshua D. Lindzy, 22, Leesburg.
Fined $20 in June was Christopher A. Stump, 23, Cromwell.
Fined $20 in May were Henry H. Heckel, 20, Bourbon, and Jared M. Adair, 18, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• North Central Cooperative Inc. v. Jay W. Brewer, South Roosevelt Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,432.91 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• State Farm, as subrogee of Darlene Eherenman, v. Kevin Bowman, East Clark Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $39,414.31 as paid to insured claimant, Eherenman, after a Dec. 20, 2000, auto accident. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Jack Boyer v. John Lamb, East Brown Road, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $3,975 due in rent, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Servicing Corp., as assignee of Providian Bank, v. Shane E. Yates, South Packerton Road, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $1,173.58 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. v. Kimberly A. Click, East Wooster Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,217.93 due on assigned account, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Capital One Bank v. the following people for the amounts noted due on credit card agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs: Walter A. Charles, North Franklin Street, Mentone, $649.93; Delores Rangel, South Main Street, Milford, $770.47; Kyle S. and Christina Herendeen, Old Colony Road, Warsaw, $8,048.63; Armando Vuittenet, East Epworth Forest Road, North Webster, $808.85.
• City of Warsaw v. Teddy Wayne Harman, East Jefferson Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $192.78 due on unpaid sewage fees, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Lake City Bank v. Ryan M. Owens, Shutt Avenue, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $4,258.74 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Farm Bureau Insurance Co., as subrogee of Lyndia Vander Vinne, v. Kenneth John Morgan, West Pike Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $7,138.49 as paid to insured claimant, Vinne, after a Sept. 29, 2002, auto accident. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Nextcard Inc. v. Brenda L. Wadkins, North Jefferson Street, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $2,907.61 due on contract, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Sue Priest v. Ron and Brenda J. Whitaker, East CR 500S, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $6,203.50 for personal property that came up missing after being stored with the Whitakers. Plaintiff also seeks $18,610.50 for three times the value of the items, plus court costs.
• Conseco Finance Servicing Corp. v. Juan N. and Dale A. Segundo, Wexford Place, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $24,484.14 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of security agreement, with possession and sale of manufactured home to satisfy judgment.
• Discover Bank v. the following people for the amounts noted due on contract, plus attorney fees and court costs: Thomas A. Stiver, West CR 350S, Warsaw, $6,116.35, and David M. Rickel, South Harrison Street, Warsaw, $5,142.36.
• CreditMax Inc. v. the following people for the amounts noted due on agreements: Kirk D. and Patricia L. Clark, Plymouth, $3,792.59, and Kimberly D. Marshall, East CR 50S, Akron, $6,112.77.
• Builder's Mart v. Bowen Construction, Knox; and DV Construction, PES Associates Inc. and Carl A. Demeter, all of Enterprise Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $18,543.98 due on account, plus interest, court costs, attorney fees.
Marriage Dissolution
Warrix
Farris D. Warrix, Indian Trail, Warsaw, and Brandy Warrix, North CR 100E, Warsaw. They were married March 4, 1999, and separated Nov. 3, 2002. 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
• Discover Bank v. Robert C. Deckys. Plaintiff awarded $5,016.56, plus court costs.
• State of Indiana v. Anthony Wimsatt. Plaintiff awarded $1,066 by default, plus court costs.
• CreditMax Inc. v. Jaime D. and Frederick James. Plaintiff awarded $7,534.07 by default.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Matthew Michael and Margaret Stump, $6,048.53; James Lee Sr. and Sandra Griggs, $4,125.31; and Mark A. and Tammy S. Miller, $4,452.54.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Capital One Bank v. Brett D. Kelsey.
• Lola C. Vires v. Fraternal Order of Eagles 1339 Inc.
• Safeco Insurance v. William L. Cole.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Providian National Bank v. Kyle W. Swartz. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Dee Dee Campion and Mark Awald. Custody of and child support for couple's two children to be determined in Starke County. Nov. 19.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Heights Finance Corp. v. Carl Hughes, South Terrace Drive, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks amount due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and possession of collateral.
• Washington Mutual Bank/FA v. Jerry K. Smith and Susan Smith, also known as Susan A. Graham, East CR 1150N, Milford. Plaintiff seeks $130,530.95 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.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., as nominee for Homeside Lending Inc., v. Ricky and Geneva Bayne, East Main Street, Warsaw; Beneficial Indiana Inc., doing business as Beneficial Mortgage Co.; and state of Indiana. Plaintiff seeks $65,909.52 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.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Dale A. and Karen L. Beck, South Union Street, Warsaw, and Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. Plaintiff seeks $42,357.96 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.
• Timothy and Amy Miller v. Geico General Insurance Co. Plaintiffs seek applicable underinsured motorist limits for damage resulting from a Dec. 8, 2000, auto accident on Ind. 15. Plaintiffs also seek interest and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Joshua Smith, North Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $43,232.92 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.
• Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. v. Jason G. Jamiel, West Catherine Street, Milford, and Providian National Bank. Plaintiff seeks $66,753.82 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• John and Susan Bellamy and Dillon Bellamy and Terry Hughes, by their next friends and natural parents, John and Susan Bellamy, v. Kenneth W. Jones, West Winona Avenue, Warsaw; Eugene A. Frye; Hamilton Realty Inc., doing business as Coldwell Banker Hamilton Realty Inc.; and Juergen L. Voss, principal broker. Plaintiffs seek the cost of a new home, relocation expenses, interest, costs incurred, attorney fees and punitive damages for alleged fraud and negligence in the sale of real estate that reportedly had mold growing in it.
• Deutsche Bank National Trust, formerly known as Bankers Trust of California/NA, v. Robert S. Kaze, South Kinder Drive, Syracuse, and Eva K. Kase, Saint Mary's Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $61,021.12 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.
• ONB Finance Co. Inc., formerly known as Consumer Acceptance Corp., assignee of R&P Motorsports, v. Timothy D. and Cynthia Brown, Southside Drive, Warsaw, and TMS Mortgage Inc. Plaintiff seeks the principal amount 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.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Brian C.and Tasha D. Harmon, West Zims Court, Milford, and Household Finance Corp. III. Plaintiff seeks $96,295.86 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.
• Julane M. Baggett v. Kara A. Walters. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Aug. 31, 2001, auto accident on East Center Street in Warsaw. Plaintiff also seeks interest and court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• ABN AMRO Mortgage Group Inc. v. Troy S. Ross, EMS B62 Lane, Warsaw, and Kimberly Adams, Dunkirk. Plaintiff seeks $35,050.70 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.
• Michiana Campgrounds LLC v. Michelle Beatty, Oldfather Street, Warsaw; Asta Funding, formerly known as First Card; Kosciusko County treasurer; city of Warsaw; The Chase Manhattan Bank; IMC Mortgage Corp. Plaintiff seeks to quiet title to real estate on Oldfather Street, Warsaw.
Name Change
• Edith Jane Little, Frontage Road, Warsaw, seeks to change her name to Mary Jane Murphy.
Marriage Dissolutions
Carriere
Dianna Carriere, East Adams Road, Pierceton, and Artstille A. Carriere, Hepler Drive, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 14, 1998, and separated Sept. 24, 2002. There are no minor children.
Centers
Lynette and McArthur Centers, East CR 1050N, Cromwell. They were married Sept. 14, 1991, and separated on a date not indicated. There are two minor children.
Davis
Brian C. and Christina Davis, West Neher Road, Silver Lake. They were married Feb. 20, 1999, and separated in September 2002. There are no minor children.
Emigh
Kathy Emigh, EMS T7 Lane, Leesburg, and John Emigh, Fort Wayne. They were married Sept. 27, 1987, and separated May 17, 2002. There are two minor children.
Howell
Michael Lee Howell, East Wilcox Road, Warsaw, and Kristi D. Howell, North Orchard Drive, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 16, 1995, and separated Nov. 18, 2002. There are no minor children.
McCreary
Glenn Charles McCreary, EMS B42A Lane, Leesburg, and Katrina E. McCreary, address unknown. They were married Sept. 6, 1997, and separated Oct. 18, 2002. There are no minor children.
Stuckman
Kiley Jane and Daniel Earl Stuckman Jr., North Koher Road East, Syracuse. They were married June 14, 2002, and separated Oct. 14, 2002. There are no minor children.
Trzcinski
Neva Trzcinski, EMS B40D Lane, Leesburg, and Terrence Trzcinski, Kimmell. They were married Sept. 30, 2002, and separated Nov. 15, 2002. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• State of Indiana v. Albert and Randy Stanton, doing business as Stanton Plastering. Plaintiff awarded $675, plus court costs.
• National City Mortgage Co. v. Max D. Jr. and Cheryl A. Picco and Conseco Finance Servicing Corp., formerly known as Green Tree Financial Servicing Corp. Plaintiff awarded $71,289.99 by default, 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.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc., doing business as Beneficial Mortgage Co., v. Dyle D. and Cindy M. Martin and Manufacturers and Traders Trust. Plaintiff awarded $139,535.03, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp., formerly known as Chemical Residential Mortgage Corp., v. Thomas A. and Wilma J. McElroy, TAR Preferred Mortgage Corp. and SNow & Sauerteig. Plaintiff awarded $95,601.09 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.
• Gill Auto & Truck Parts Inc. v. Jerry D. Phillips, doing business as Jerry D. Phillips Excavating. Plaintiff awarded $1,795.50 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Jennifer C. Wolfe. Plaintiff awarded $43,139.36 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.
• Indiana Vac-Form Inc. v. LPB Communications Inc. Plaintiff awarded $19,230.82, plus interest and court costs.
• Mark Dillon v. Paintball USA Inc. and Rich Maller. Plaintiff awarded $6,100 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Ronald and Donna Kitt, administrators of the estate of Ronald A. Kitt, v. MedState Urgent Care & Occupational Health; Multi-Township Emergency Medical Service; Wendall Garcia, M.D.; and Michael M. Farland, R.N. Summary judgment is granted in favor of MTEMS only.
• G&H Construction Inc. v. David K. Wright, Laura Sloop and National City Bank of Indiana. Plaintiff awarded $12,882.33 by default, plus interest, $1,500 in attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mechanic's lien, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• ABN AMRO Mortgage Group Inc. v. Mary Jo Birkel and Enchanted Hills Community Associations Inc. Plaintiff awarded $72,494.12 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 cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Barbara J. and Gerald L. Hart v. Elaine A. Munson.
• Barbara Morton v. David Randall and Meridian Mutual Insurance Co., also known as State Automobile Mutual Insurance Co.
• Jeff and Linda Pritchard v. David Fasel, doing business as The Brick Kicker, and Douglas and Deborah Powell.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Joshua and Tammy Remfrey. Nov. 21.
• Elizabeth Ann and Larry Eugene Konkle. Nov. 21.
• Peggy (former name Johnson restored) and Peter W. Rakoczy. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $65 per week in child support. Nov. 25.
Other Action
• Annette Gage v. Lynn Gage. This case is referred to mediation, with David C. Cates presiding.
• Robert A. Kennedy v. James L. Walmer. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler presiding.
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 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.
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.
• Preston and Judi Casey, doing business as Scott Casey Trucking, 8079 E. CR 200N, Akron. Chapter 7. Assets: $61,305. Debts: $617,341.
• Bradley Cleveland and Marsha Cleveland, also known as Marsha Miller, 409 W. Winona Ave., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $92,817. Debts: $156,500.
• Mary McLaughlin, 9853 Happiness Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $106,798. Debts: $105,715. [[In-content Ad]]
Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner:
• Kevin W. Bowser, 35, Pinecroft, Nappanee, and Lesa K. Jefferson, 40, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw.
• Spencer Adam Fisk, 23, and Adrienne Janelle Morin, 23, both of North Orchard Drive, Warsaw.
• Billy Dewayne Gibson, 31, and Nicole Dawn Bowser, 25, both of South CR 325E, Warsaw.
• Ortega V. Jaime, 20, South Mishawaka Street, Akron, and Jenni N. Jenkins, 33, Old Road 30W, Warsaw.
• David Andrew Kreiner, 22, and Autum May Obacz, 20, both of North Elm Grove Drive, Syracuse.
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 $82.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in October were Joshua K. Miller, 17, Warsaw; Kathy Macnak, 46, Winona Lake; Bradley P. Bowtreger, 25, Claypool; Felicia L. Carr, 18, Pierceton; Elisabeth A. Kline, 17, Warsaw; Jodi K. Freel, 39, Cromwell; John M. Gabbard, 18, Pierceton; Mark R. Aker, 32, Leesburg.
Fined $27 in September was Sorena D. Taylor, 18, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October were Toran L. Savant, 17, Warsaw; Matthew S. Sausaman, 30, Syracuse; Tara J. Prater, 30, Warsaw; Rita R. Davis, 25, Syracuse; Tod L. Wirebaugh, 36, Leesburg;
Fined $12 in September was Antonio Martinez, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in August were Angelita N. Velazquez, 23, Akron; Matthew W. Trier, 37, Winona Lake; and Angie M. Woodling, 23, Etna Green.
Fined $12 in July was Casey A. Couture, 19, Winona Lake.
Fined $7 in October were Jay D. Koontz, 32, Syracuse; Joshua J. Lardino, 16, Pierceton; Chad W. Fitzpatrick, 18, North Manchester; Emily M. Cline, 22, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in September was Amy S. Delcamp, 27, North Webster.
Disregarding A Stop Or Yield Sign - Fined $7 in October were Shane T. Smith, 23, Syracuse, and Jeffrey L. Zumbrun, 44, Milford.
Fined $7 in September was Heather M. Miller, 20, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in August was Kelly J. Hawkins, 18, Milford.
False Or Fictitious Registration - Fined $7 in October were Johnnie R. Byrkett, 19, Cromwell, and Joseph M. Hernandez, 16, Milford.
No Motorcycle Endorsement - Fined $17 in October was Charles L. Barth, 45, North Webster.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in October was Alfredo H. Moreno, 38, Warsaw.
Failure To Drive On Right Side - Fined $7 in October was Tommy L. Cagle, 40, Cromwell.
Expired Plates - Fined $7 in October were Melissa S. Sparks, 19, Warsaw; David B. Brumbaugh, 45, Winona Lake; and Kyle W. Swartz, 36, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Traffic Signal - Fined $7 in October was Joshua A. Cooley, 18, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in August was Ryan A. Park, 21, Milford.
Fined $7 in January was Sheri L. Hodson, 32, North Manchester.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in July was Gary A. Conley, 36, Akron.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in June was Jose A. Campos, 25, Syracuse.
Disregarding A Flashing Signal - Fined $7 in January was Sheri L. Hodson, 32, North Manchester.
The following people were assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in October were Brett L. Denney, 44, North Webster; Lisa M. Morgan, 25, Warsaw; Michael Dittman, 54, Warsaw; Jaime B. Hernandez, 24, Warsaw; Jason L. Rodgers, 31, Leesburg; Chad T. Metz, 18, Warsaw; Tara R. McClone, 21, Mentone; Kevin D. Bryant, 27, Warsaw; Debbie S. McNees, 21, Warsaw;
Fined $20 in August was Tracee N. Price, 22, Etna Green.
Fined $20 in July was Joshua D. Lindzy, 22, Leesburg.
Fined $20 in June was Christopher A. Stump, 23, Cromwell.
Fined $20 in May were Henry H. Heckel, 20, Bourbon, and Jared M. Adair, 18, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• North Central Cooperative Inc. v. Jay W. Brewer, South Roosevelt Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $6,432.91 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• State Farm, as subrogee of Darlene Eherenman, v. Kevin Bowman, East Clark Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $39,414.31 as paid to insured claimant, Eherenman, after a Dec. 20, 2000, auto accident. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Jack Boyer v. John Lamb, East Brown Road, Leesburg. Plaintiff seeks $3,975 due in rent, plus interest and court costs.
• Platinum Financial Servicing Corp., as assignee of Providian Bank, v. Shane E. Yates, South Packerton Road, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks $1,173.58 due on credit card agreement, plus interest, $200 in attorney fees and court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. v. Kimberly A. Click, East Wooster Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $4,217.93 due on assigned account, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Capital One Bank v. the following people for the amounts noted due on credit card agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs: Walter A. Charles, North Franklin Street, Mentone, $649.93; Delores Rangel, South Main Street, Milford, $770.47; Kyle S. and Christina Herendeen, Old Colony Road, Warsaw, $8,048.63; Armando Vuittenet, East Epworth Forest Road, North Webster, $808.85.
• City of Warsaw v. Teddy Wayne Harman, East Jefferson Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $192.78 due on unpaid sewage fees, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Lake City Bank v. Ryan M. Owens, Shutt Avenue, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $4,258.74 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Farm Bureau Insurance Co., as subrogee of Lyndia Vander Vinne, v. Kenneth John Morgan, West Pike Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $7,138.49 as paid to insured claimant, Vinne, after a Sept. 29, 2002, auto accident. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
• Nextcard Inc. v. Brenda L. Wadkins, North Jefferson Street, Silver Lake. Plaintiff seeks $2,907.61 due on contract, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Sue Priest v. Ron and Brenda J. Whitaker, East CR 500S, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $6,203.50 for personal property that came up missing after being stored with the Whitakers. Plaintiff also seeks $18,610.50 for three times the value of the items, plus court costs.
• Conseco Finance Servicing Corp. v. Juan N. and Dale A. Segundo, Wexford Place, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $24,484.14 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of security agreement, with possession and sale of manufactured home to satisfy judgment.
• Discover Bank v. the following people for the amounts noted due on contract, plus attorney fees and court costs: Thomas A. Stiver, West CR 350S, Warsaw, $6,116.35, and David M. Rickel, South Harrison Street, Warsaw, $5,142.36.
• CreditMax Inc. v. the following people for the amounts noted due on agreements: Kirk D. and Patricia L. Clark, Plymouth, $3,792.59, and Kimberly D. Marshall, East CR 50S, Akron, $6,112.77.
• Builder's Mart v. Bowen Construction, Knox; and DV Construction, PES Associates Inc. and Carl A. Demeter, all of Enterprise Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $18,543.98 due on account, plus interest, court costs, attorney fees.
Marriage Dissolution
Warrix
Farris D. Warrix, Indian Trail, Warsaw, and Brandy Warrix, North CR 100E, Warsaw. They were married March 4, 1999, and separated Nov. 3, 2002. 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
• Discover Bank v. Robert C. Deckys. Plaintiff awarded $5,016.56, plus court costs.
• State of Indiana v. Anthony Wimsatt. Plaintiff awarded $1,066 by default, plus court costs.
• CreditMax Inc. v. Jaime D. and Frederick James. Plaintiff awarded $7,534.07 by default.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, against the following people: Matthew Michael and Margaret Stump, $6,048.53; James Lee Sr. and Sandra Griggs, $4,125.31; and Mark A. and Tammy S. Miller, $4,452.54.
Dismissals
The following cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Capital One Bank v. Brett D. Kelsey.
• Lola C. Vires v. Fraternal Order of Eagles 1339 Inc.
• Safeco Insurance v. William L. Cole.
The following case was dismissed without prejudice:
• Providian National Bank v. Kyle W. Swartz. Court costs taxed to plaintiff.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Dee Dee Campion and Mark Awald. Custody of and child support for couple's two children to be determined in Starke County. Nov. 19.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• Heights Finance Corp. v. Carl Hughes, South Terrace Drive, Claypool. Plaintiff seeks amount due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and possession of collateral.
• Washington Mutual Bank/FA v. Jerry K. Smith and Susan Smith, also known as Susan A. Graham, East CR 1150N, Milford. Plaintiff seeks $130,530.95 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.
• Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., as nominee for Homeside Lending Inc., v. Ricky and Geneva Bayne, East Main Street, Warsaw; Beneficial Indiana Inc., doing business as Beneficial Mortgage Co.; and state of Indiana. Plaintiff seeks $65,909.52 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.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Dale A. and Karen L. Beck, South Union Street, Warsaw, and Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. Plaintiff seeks $42,357.96 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.
• Timothy and Amy Miller v. Geico General Insurance Co. Plaintiffs seek applicable underinsured motorist limits for damage resulting from a Dec. 8, 2000, auto accident on Ind. 15. Plaintiffs also seek interest and court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. v. Joshua Smith, North Street, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $43,232.92 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.
• Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. v. Jason G. Jamiel, West Catherine Street, Milford, and Providian National Bank. Plaintiff seeks $66,753.82 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• John and Susan Bellamy and Dillon Bellamy and Terry Hughes, by their next friends and natural parents, John and Susan Bellamy, v. Kenneth W. Jones, West Winona Avenue, Warsaw; Eugene A. Frye; Hamilton Realty Inc., doing business as Coldwell Banker Hamilton Realty Inc.; and Juergen L. Voss, principal broker. Plaintiffs seek the cost of a new home, relocation expenses, interest, costs incurred, attorney fees and punitive damages for alleged fraud and negligence in the sale of real estate that reportedly had mold growing in it.
• Deutsche Bank National Trust, formerly known as Bankers Trust of California/NA, v. Robert S. Kaze, South Kinder Drive, Syracuse, and Eva K. Kase, Saint Mary's Drive, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $61,021.12 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.
• ONB Finance Co. Inc., formerly known as Consumer Acceptance Corp., assignee of R&P Motorsports, v. Timothy D. and Cynthia Brown, Southside Drive, Warsaw, and TMS Mortgage Inc. Plaintiff seeks the principal amount 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.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Brian C.and Tasha D. Harmon, West Zims Court, Milford, and Household Finance Corp. III. Plaintiff seeks $96,295.86 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.
• Julane M. Baggett v. Kara A. Walters. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Aug. 31, 2001, auto accident on East Center Street in Warsaw. Plaintiff also seeks interest and court costs and requests a trial by jury.
• ABN AMRO Mortgage Group Inc. v. Troy S. Ross, EMS B62 Lane, Warsaw, and Kimberly Adams, Dunkirk. Plaintiff seeks $35,050.70 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.
• Michiana Campgrounds LLC v. Michelle Beatty, Oldfather Street, Warsaw; Asta Funding, formerly known as First Card; Kosciusko County treasurer; city of Warsaw; The Chase Manhattan Bank; IMC Mortgage Corp. Plaintiff seeks to quiet title to real estate on Oldfather Street, Warsaw.
Name Change
• Edith Jane Little, Frontage Road, Warsaw, seeks to change her name to Mary Jane Murphy.
Marriage Dissolutions
Carriere
Dianna Carriere, East Adams Road, Pierceton, and Artstille A. Carriere, Hepler Drive, Warsaw. They were married Feb. 14, 1998, and separated Sept. 24, 2002. There are no minor children.
Centers
Lynette and McArthur Centers, East CR 1050N, Cromwell. They were married Sept. 14, 1991, and separated on a date not indicated. There are two minor children.
Davis
Brian C. and Christina Davis, West Neher Road, Silver Lake. They were married Feb. 20, 1999, and separated in September 2002. There are no minor children.
Emigh
Kathy Emigh, EMS T7 Lane, Leesburg, and John Emigh, Fort Wayne. They were married Sept. 27, 1987, and separated May 17, 2002. There are two minor children.
Howell
Michael Lee Howell, East Wilcox Road, Warsaw, and Kristi D. Howell, North Orchard Drive, Warsaw. They were married Sept. 16, 1995, and separated Nov. 18, 2002. There are no minor children.
McCreary
Glenn Charles McCreary, EMS B42A Lane, Leesburg, and Katrina E. McCreary, address unknown. They were married Sept. 6, 1997, and separated Oct. 18, 2002. There are no minor children.
Stuckman
Kiley Jane and Daniel Earl Stuckman Jr., North Koher Road East, Syracuse. They were married June 14, 2002, and separated Oct. 14, 2002. There are no minor children.
Trzcinski
Neva Trzcinski, EMS B40D Lane, Leesburg, and Terrence Trzcinski, Kimmell. They were married Sept. 30, 2002, and separated Nov. 15, 2002. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• State of Indiana v. Albert and Randy Stanton, doing business as Stanton Plastering. Plaintiff awarded $675, plus court costs.
• National City Mortgage Co. v. Max D. Jr. and Cheryl A. Picco and Conseco Finance Servicing Corp., formerly known as Green Tree Financial Servicing Corp. Plaintiff awarded $71,289.99 by default, 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.
• Beneficial Indiana Inc., doing business as Beneficial Mortgage Co., v. Dyle D. and Cindy M. Martin and Manufacturers and Traders Trust. Plaintiff awarded $139,535.03, plus interest, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp., formerly known as Chemical Residential Mortgage Corp., v. Thomas A. and Wilma J. McElroy, TAR Preferred Mortgage Corp. and SNow & Sauerteig. Plaintiff awarded $95,601.09 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.
• Gill Auto & Truck Parts Inc. v. Jerry D. Phillips, doing business as Jerry D. Phillips Excavating. Plaintiff awarded $1,795.50 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• First Federal Savings Bank v. Jennifer C. Wolfe. Plaintiff awarded $43,139.36 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.
• Indiana Vac-Form Inc. v. LPB Communications Inc. Plaintiff awarded $19,230.82, plus interest and court costs.
• Mark Dillon v. Paintball USA Inc. and Rich Maller. Plaintiff awarded $6,100 by default, plus interest and court costs.
• Ronald and Donna Kitt, administrators of the estate of Ronald A. Kitt, v. MedState Urgent Care & Occupational Health; Multi-Township Emergency Medical Service; Wendall Garcia, M.D.; and Michael M. Farland, R.N. Summary judgment is granted in favor of MTEMS only.
• G&H Construction Inc. v. David K. Wright, Laura Sloop and National City Bank of Indiana. Plaintiff awarded $12,882.33 by default, plus interest, $1,500 in attorney fees, court costs and foreclosure of mechanic's lien, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• ABN AMRO Mortgage Group Inc. v. Mary Jo Birkel and Enchanted Hills Community Associations Inc. Plaintiff awarded $72,494.12 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 cases were dismissed with prejudice:
• Barbara J. and Gerald L. Hart v. Elaine A. Munson.
• Barbara Morton v. David Randall and Meridian Mutual Insurance Co., also known as State Automobile Mutual Insurance Co.
• Jeff and Linda Pritchard v. David Fasel, doing business as The Brick Kicker, and Douglas and Deborah Powell.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Joshua and Tammy Remfrey. Nov. 21.
• Elizabeth Ann and Larry Eugene Konkle. Nov. 21.
• Peggy (former name Johnson restored) and Peter W. Rakoczy. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $65 per week in child support. Nov. 25.
Other Action
• Annette Gage v. Lynn Gage. This case is referred to mediation, with David C. Cates presiding.
• Robert A. Kennedy v. James L. Walmer. This case is referred to mediation, with Daniel J. Sigler presiding.
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 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.
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.
• Preston and Judi Casey, doing business as Scott Casey Trucking, 8079 E. CR 200N, Akron. Chapter 7. Assets: $61,305. Debts: $617,341.
• Bradley Cleveland and Marsha Cleveland, also known as Marsha Miller, 409 W. Winona Ave., Warsaw. Chapter 7. Assets: $92,817. Debts: $156,500.
• Mary McLaughlin, 9853 Happiness Drive, Syracuse. Chapter 7. Assets: $106,798. Debts: $105,715. [[In-content Ad]]
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