Times-Union Court News 12-08-1998
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:
• Ryan Michael Deniston, 23, Nancy Street, Warsaw,and Amanda Kay Hurst, 20, Shively Road, Nappanee.
• Micah Ernest Metzger, 18, Silver Lake, and Carissa Rae Warner, 17, East Market Street, Warsaw.
• Robert Lee Tidwell, 63, Calhoun, Mich., and Josita T. Lundy, 47, Preswick Road, Warsaw.
• Robert F. Newman, 33, and Mariann Loxley, 29, both of East Wesley Lane, North Webster.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Warsaw Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Janet Ong, $175; DeWayne and Doreen O'Conner, $279.23; Debra J. O'Connell, $176.25; William A. Jr. and Angela Music, $223; Jerry and Gail Mullins, $217; Anthony Monce, $208.02; Rebecca Merritt, $739.69; Kathy McElroy, $261.64; Carol Manganaro, $176.13; Douglas and Annette Macklin, $147.46;
Also, Vincent and Tammy Zon, $301.76; Dale P. and Nancy C. Zimmerman, $334.13; Bob and Carmen Wyant, $110; Linda Wine, $195; Michael and Diane Wilson, $188.57; Jerry and Tori Wilkins, $270.30; Shelly Dilley Whitaker, $252.90; Michelle Webb, $273; Chris Wagner, $181; Keith and Becky Vanthoff, $212..37;
Also, Michael and Renee Tooley, $179; Charley and Sue Thomas, $178.40; Mike and Patty Swope, $241.86; Christine A. Simons, $207.72; Helen Shumaker, $228.80; Debbie Shepherd, $220.61; Mike and Amy Robertson, $339; Tamar L. Reid, $298.99; Rick and Deb Rapsavage, $214.88; Howard and Tammy Ramsey, $213.01;
Also, Mary Jane Prater, $227.29; David and Tammi Prater, $275.03; Rhonda Patrick, $187.31; and Donna Panula, $203.75.
• Shamrock Village vs. Bradley Russell. Plaintiff awarded $357.80.
• Martin Financial Management vs. Leonard and Tina Burns. Plaintiff awarded $642.37.
• Allen Collections Inc. awarded the judgments noted from the following people: Barbara A. Pritchard, $207.72; Bobby R. Cook, $2,258.76; Traci L. Walker, $226; Lloyd Perkins, $196.47; Patti A. and Eddie Craft, $93.74; Bruce Clar, $109.91; and Allen and Cheryl Coy, $105.60.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inv. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Anthony L. Hall, $1,242.74; Samantha S. Laughlin, $3,000; Carrie A. Wagoner, judgment; Jane A. Hawk, $742.57; and Riley R. Gamsby, $1,470.82.
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 November, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Jack Bays, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in October, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Harold Marsillett, Tippecanoe.
The following people also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Failure To Stop After An Accident - Fined $50 in October and license suspended six months was Feliberto Trevino, Warsaw.
Driving Without A License - Fined $50 in October was Anne Francis, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in October and license suspended 90 days was Vivian Scribner, North Webster.
Fined $25 in October and license suspended 90 days was James Poyser, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in November was Louise Perry, Winona Lake.
Fined $50 in October were David Prater, Claypool, and Timothy Toeppe, North Webster.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Fined $100 in November were Armendo Jimenez, Warsaw, and Melissa Hurley, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in November were Sarah Kellogg, Warsaw; William Ford, Syracuse; Larry Black, Warsaw; and Sam Crace, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in October was Todd Brunner, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in February was Larry Kingrey, Leesburg.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $50 in November and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Kimberly Marcum, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in December 1997 and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Michelle Hopkins, Pierceton.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in November was James Anderson, South Whitley.
Fined $50 in February was James Heckaman, Syracuse.
Battery - Fined $50 in October and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Richard Irons, Mentone.
Judgment (court costs only) in July against and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Dennis Shumaker, Pierceton.
Fined $25 in February and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Arturo Rangel, Warsaw.
Minor In A Tavern - Judgment (court costs only) in October against Lisa Clark, Warsaw.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in October were Gary Vervaet, Warsaw; Elijah Patrick, Pierceton; Jeremiah Eckert, Pierceton; and Lisa Clark, Warsaw.
Check Deception - Fined $25 in June was Melissa Lindley, Claypool.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in November were John G. Reese, 20, Warsaw; Jeff A. Parker, 34, Etna Green; Korey C. Brown, 17, Warsaw; Stacey R. Stevens, 22, Warsaw; and Javier Hernandez, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in October was Laura L. Belcher, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $24.50 in April was Beverly J. Johnson, 46, Winona Lake.
Fined $12 in November were Perry L. Waggoner, 19, Warsaw; Brian W. Wake, 26, North Manchester; Kevin W. Kosins, 37, Warsaw; Alice M. Wallace, 57, Burket; and Piergiorgio Lagorio, 28, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October was Mike R. Swihart, 36, Silver Lake.
Fined $12 in May were Neal H. Germonprez, 31, Warsaw, and Jeffrey A. Gasaway, 22, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in February was Tara E. Bays, 35, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in November were Matthew W. Cavender, 18, Nappanee; Jon F. Esenwein, 17, North Webster; and April L. Schmidt, 28, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in February was Cynthia L. Kehoe, 42, Claypool.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in November were Amber L. Baldridge, 24, Warsaw, and Joel C. Rhoades, 32, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in October was Scott M. Stewart, 22, Syracuse.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in November was Rodolfo Silva, 32, Warsaw.
Passing Violation - Fined $7 in November was Ramiro C. Rodriguez, 26, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in November were Hector Delafuente, 28, Milford; Elisa M. Mahan, 36, Syracuse; and James Orbik, 44, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in October was Dallas C. Larkin, 17, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in November was Dan D. Ramirez, 27, Nappanee.
Fined $7 in August was Bruce Rogers, 29, Syracuse.
Driver's License Restriction Violation - Judgment (court costs only) in November against Jami L. Kreft, 22, Etna Green.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in October was Jamie M. Brainard, 24, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in October was Scott M. Stewart, 22, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in August was Bruce Rogers, 29, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in February was Tara E. Bays, 35, Warsaw.
Allowing Unlawful Use Of Vehicle - Fined $50 in October was Howard L.McGee, 46, Warsaw.
Driving Left Of Center - Fined $7 in August was Rachel M. Newcum, 19, Leesburg.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $100 in June was John Harrold, 28, Rochester.
Fined $50 in May was Shawn A. Ousley, 28, Claypool.
Fined $100 in May was Michael Z. Cook, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in April was Jose A. Olivarez, 21, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in February was Paul L. Garza, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $150 in February was Brenda K. Farmer, 34, Pierceton.
Fined $25 in January was Jennifer L. Dillon, 25, North Manchester.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
Allowing Dog To Stray - Fined $200 in March was Terri White, Pierceton.
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor - Fined $25 in Februry was Derek Cornelius, 17, Milford.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in February was Clark G. Trombley, 43, Larwill.
The following person was assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in May was Joseph F. Olivares, 43, Syracuse.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Acetone Sniffing - (November) Sam Crace, Warsaw.
Check Deception - (November) John Hersha, Pierceton; (October) Ronald Barley, Warsaw (two counts); Richard Holbrook, Pierceton; Linda Johnson, Warsaw; Barry Lamb, Leesburg (two counts); Stacy McAdams, Warsaw (two counts); Amy Robertson, Warsaw; Vickie Dittman, Warsaw; Troy Simonsen, Warsaw; (June) Dorothy Spangle, Silver Lake.
Public Intoxication - (October) Ryan Becker, Warsaw; (February) Arturo Rangel, Warsaw.
Driving While Intoxicated - (October) Ricardo Alvarez, Warsaw.
Driving Without A License - (October) Richardo Alvarez, Warsaw.
Invasion Of Privacy - (October) Harry Harreld, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - (October) Elijah Patrick, Pierceton; Timothy Kegley, Warsaw.
Battery - (September) Donald Woodling, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Custom Tile Co. vs. Ron Whitaker, doing business as Built Right Construction Co., East CR 500S, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,656.10 due on account, plus court costs.
• Huntington National Bank vs. David E. Bolin, East Wooster Road, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks amount due on credit card agreement, plus court costs.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., formerly known as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts, plus interest and court costs: Michael L. and Doris J. Boocher, Anchorage Road, Warsaw, $4,192.94; and Noel and Patricia Blankenship, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, $3,131.09.
• Harbor Financial Mortgage Corp. vs. James E. and Cherity J. Prater, South CR 775E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $64,997.43 due on promissory note, plus interest, $1,500 in attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Chase Bank of Texas, formerly known as Texas Commerce Bank National Association, vs. Deborah K. Ruch, North Tepee Drive; John Doe, as tenant of Reider Street residence; Kosciusko County treasurer; and Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. Plaintiff seeks $26,241.77 due on promissory note, plus interest, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Eric Andrew Fisher, Bishop Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $4,339.11 due on assigned accounts, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• City of Warsaw vs. the following people for the amounts noted due for unpaid sewage fees, plus interest and court costs: Rodney K. Holloway and Beverly Ann Elliott, North Park Avenue, Warsaw, $298.27; Debra Robbins, North Columbia Street, Warsaw, $207.35; Vikkie Prater, Buffalo Street, Warsaw, $384.40; Keith and Rebecca Vanthoff, East Main Street, Warsaw, $226.49; Jerry L. and Debra D. Miller, East Clark Street, Warsaw, $140.36; and Lonnie C. and Evelyn Rake, West Perry Street, Warsaw, $173.86.
• Jagger Hardware Co. Inc. and Larry W. and Evelyn L. Jagger vs. Hall Hardware Inc.; Mark E. Bishopp, Fishers; and John Does 1, 2 and 3. Plaintiff seeks balance due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Monogram CreditCard Bank of Georgia vs. Michael G. Ball, East Bowser Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,893.79 due on credit card account, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Jerry and Wylan Smith vs. Manuel J. Cervantes, Central Mutual Insurance Co. and Affirmative Insurance Co. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of two counts to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 21, 1996, auto accident at the intersection of Winona Avenue and South Harding Street, Warsaw. Plaintiffs also seek interest and court costs. The case was moved on a change of venue from Allen County.
• Household Retail Services Inc. vs. Evan J. Hall, South CR 775E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $1,293.34 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Principal Life Insurance Co., formerly known as Prinicipal Mutual Life Insurance Co., vs. Rein Warsaw Associates, L.P., and Chicago Title Insurance Co. Plaintiff seeks $57,000 for breach of agreement, plus expenses incurred, attorney fees and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Arturo Vargas, Goshen. Plaintiff seeks $9,158.16 due on accont, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Thomas V. Buskirk vs. Brian C. and Debra S. Carter, West CR 100S, Warsaw. Plaintiff awarded $2,913.48 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Brent A. Swonger, by his parents and next friends, A. Keith and Cindy L. Swonger, and A. Keith and Cindy L. Swonger, Goshen, vs. Manco Products Inc., Fort Wayne, and Ace Hardware, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount for injuries and damage resulting from an April 6, 1998, off-road go-cart accident. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Providian National Bank vs. Kevin C. Shell, Milford. Plaintiff seeks amount due on account agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• AVCO Financial Services vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on promissory notes, plus attorney fees and court costs: Henry C. and Debra K. Frazier, Epworth Forest Drive North Webster, $3,548.25; Larry L. and Janet Miller, East Wade Road, Warsaw, $2,642.81; and William D. Shafer, South Caldwell Lake Drive, Claypool, $2,828.58.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts, plus attorney fees and court costs: Judy E. Zorn, North Washington Street, Warsaw, $5,585.39; Thomas Schmucker, Bremen, $3,407.47; Nick L. Rutledge, Bristol, $5,173.07; Donya Marie Howard, Osceola, $4,023.92; Judy I. Means, Bristol, $4,612.62; and Wendy Sawnson Bailey, North CR 800E, Akron, $3,452.02.
• Greg Hunsberger vs. Daniel Clingerman, doing business as O'Connor's Park Pub & Grill, West Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries suffered in a Sept. 7, 1998, incident at the business in which he was punched in the jaw. The incident reportedly occurred after a complaint was made to employees, who allegedly did nothing to remove the two patrons causing problems with Hunsberger. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Collins
Earl Collins, South CR 350E, Warsaw, and Cathy Collins, Warsaw. They were married July 1, 1994, and separated Nov. 2, 1998. There are no minor children.
Webb
Tina M. Webb, Warner Drive, Claypool, and Eric S. Webb, Wabash. They were married Sept. 27, 1997, and separated Nov. 20, 1998. There are two minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• City of Warsaw vs. Billy J. and Mary M. Gardner. Plaintiff awarded $645.08, plus court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, from the following people: Michael Davis and Michelle Meade, $3,839.16; Robert L. Mast, $5,836.71; Mark B. Holloway, $4,425.08; and George Lantz and Donita Hester, $6,321.16.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., formerly known as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. Jerry L. Bodkin. Plaintiff awarded $5,635.94 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed:
• City of Warsaw vs. Dewayne L. and Becky L. Busz.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Trina R. (former name Johnson restored) and Douglas E. Protzman. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $155.20 per week in child support. Nov. 24.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• First Federal Savings Bank vs. Katina Jones, South CR 325E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $64,403.01 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Greenwood Trust Co., by its serving agent, Novus Service, doing business as Discover Card, vs. Penny Railsback, South CR 900W, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks $7,594.52 due on contract, plus interest and court costs.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Timothy and Martha J. Schultz, West CR 125N, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks amount due on account, plus court costs.
• Anthony Wayne Business Exchange Inc. vs. Laketronics Inc., North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $160,000 for breach of contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Star Financial Bank vs. Enrique and Jose Malagon, Lyon Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks amount due on contract, plus court costs.
• American Enterprises International Inc. vs. Timothy and Paulette Miller, doing business as American Air Flow, North Zimmer Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $16,465.69 due on Aug. 5, 1998, judgment in Milwaukee County (Wis.) Circuit Court, plus court costs.
Name Change
• Beverly Jean Stevens seeks to change her name to Beverly Jean Miller.
Marriage Dissolutions
Bradley
Ronald Bradley, East Sycamore Street, Silver Lake, and Rachel L. Bradley, Ind. 14, Silver Lake. They were married Jan. 29, 1996, and separated Nov. 7, 1998. There are no minor children.
David
Rebecca A. David, East Frontage Road, Warsaw, and Abel David, Wooster Road, Winona Lake. They were married May 19, 1990, and separated Nov. 22, 1998. There are two minor children.
Delong
Carol S. Delong, EMS B40G Lane, Leesburg, and John K. Delong, West CR 275S, Larwill. They were married April 14, 1995, and separated Nov. 23, 1998. There are no minor children.
Hernandez
Maria E. Hernandez, Milford, and Simon Hernandez Jr., Turkey Creek Drive, Milford. They were married Dec. 14, 1985, and separated Oct. 30, 1998. There are three minor children.
Lampkin
Scott Lampkin, East Longspur Lane, Warsaw, and Colleen Lampkin, East CR 200N, Warsaw. They were married June 1, 1996, and separated Aug. 10, 1997. There are no minor children.
Love
Lisa S. Love, East South Barbee Drive, Pierceton, and Steven T. Love, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 24, 1990, and separated Nov. 13, 1998. There are two minor children.
Richmond
Rebecca A. and Chester P. Richmond, East CR 250S, Pierceton. They were married Nov. 15, 985, and separated Nov. 15, 1998. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• United Companies Lending Corp. vs. Jon R. and Carol Andrews, et al. Plaintiff awarded $25,795.17 by default, plus costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• AGP, doing business as Supersweet Farm Service, vs. Max Millard Anglin, doing business as Anglin Farms. Plaintiff awarded $957.28, plus interest and court costs.
Name Change
• Mechelle L. Alldaffer's request to change the name of her minor child from Mark J. Crist to Mark J. Crist Alldaffer is granted.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• David and Kimberly Milligan, as parents of Brian D. Milligan, vs. Wawasee Community School Corp.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Karla F. (former name Mann restored) and Steve L. Foreman. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $50 per week in child support. Nov. 19.
• Elizabeth A. (former name Townsend restored) and David D. Banks. Nov. 20.
• Linda D. and William E. Land. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $100 per week in child support. Nov. 23.
• Karla Jean (former name Reynolds restored) and Jerry Edward Craig. Nov. 24.
• Judith Lee (former name Dulworth restored) and Jack Leon Abbott. Nov. 24.
• Dawn and Gregory LaJoice Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $75 per week in child support. Nov. 24.
• Terry and William Hopkins. Mother awarded cusody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $93 per week in child support. Nov. 24.
• Rex and Renee Stuckman. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordred to pay $100 per week in child support. Nov. 25.
Other Action
• Hector Angel Leon's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only.
• Antonio Vuittonet Jr.'s request for reinstatement of driving privileges is granted without restriction.
• Joseph C. Salvo's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes, child visitation and rehabilitation 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.
• Cherilyn R. Blair, also known as Cheril Blair, 2441 W. CR250S, Warsaw. Nov. 20. Chapter 7. Assets: $200. Debts: $8,394.27.
• Robert G. and Tina M. Devore, 4457 E. CR1300N, North Manchester. Nov. 19. Chapter 7. Assets: $123,065. Debts: $142,071.29.
• Norma J. Musselman, 1729 Bancroft Ave. #3A, Rochester. Nov. 20. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,225. Debts: $17,640.23.
• Louanne Sechrist, 9891 W. CR 1000S, Akron. Nov. 19. Chapter 7. Assets: $32,170. Debts: $40,672.91.
• Richard E. Troyer Jr., 530 Wexford Place, Warsaw. Nov. 18. Chapter 7. Assets: $45,950. Debts: $61,577.29.
• Robin R. Wezessery, formerly doing business as Robin's Nest, 107 N. Main St., Bourbon. Nov. 19. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,000. Debts: $150,277.41. [[In-content Ad]]
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Marriage Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry:
• Ryan Michael Deniston, 23, Nancy Street, Warsaw,and Amanda Kay Hurst, 20, Shively Road, Nappanee.
• Micah Ernest Metzger, 18, Silver Lake, and Carissa Rae Warner, 17, East Market Street, Warsaw.
• Robert Lee Tidwell, 63, Calhoun, Mich., and Josita T. Lundy, 47, Preswick Road, Warsaw.
• Robert F. Newman, 33, and Mariann Loxley, 29, both of East Wesley Lane, North Webster.
Superior Court III
Judgments
The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding:
• Warsaw Community School Corp. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Janet Ong, $175; DeWayne and Doreen O'Conner, $279.23; Debra J. O'Connell, $176.25; William A. Jr. and Angela Music, $223; Jerry and Gail Mullins, $217; Anthony Monce, $208.02; Rebecca Merritt, $739.69; Kathy McElroy, $261.64; Carol Manganaro, $176.13; Douglas and Annette Macklin, $147.46;
Also, Vincent and Tammy Zon, $301.76; Dale P. and Nancy C. Zimmerman, $334.13; Bob and Carmen Wyant, $110; Linda Wine, $195; Michael and Diane Wilson, $188.57; Jerry and Tori Wilkins, $270.30; Shelly Dilley Whitaker, $252.90; Michelle Webb, $273; Chris Wagner, $181; Keith and Becky Vanthoff, $212..37;
Also, Michael and Renee Tooley, $179; Charley and Sue Thomas, $178.40; Mike and Patty Swope, $241.86; Christine A. Simons, $207.72; Helen Shumaker, $228.80; Debbie Shepherd, $220.61; Mike and Amy Robertson, $339; Tamar L. Reid, $298.99; Rick and Deb Rapsavage, $214.88; Howard and Tammy Ramsey, $213.01;
Also, Mary Jane Prater, $227.29; David and Tammi Prater, $275.03; Rhonda Patrick, $187.31; and Donna Panula, $203.75.
• Shamrock Village vs. Bradley Russell. Plaintiff awarded $357.80.
• Martin Financial Management vs. Leonard and Tina Burns. Plaintiff awarded $642.37.
• Allen Collections Inc. awarded the judgments noted from the following people: Barbara A. Pritchard, $207.72; Bobby R. Cook, $2,258.76; Traci L. Walker, $226; Lloyd Perkins, $196.47; Patti A. and Eddie Craft, $93.74; Bruce Clar, $109.91; and Allen and Cheryl Coy, $105.60.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inv. awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Anthony L. Hall, $1,242.74; Samantha S. Laughlin, $3,000; Carrie A. Wagoner, judgment; Jane A. Hawk, $742.57; and Riley R. Gamsby, $1,470.82.
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 November, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 180 days was Jack Bays, Warsaw.
Fined $25 in October, sentenced to six days in jail and license suspended 90 days was Harold Marsillett, Tippecanoe.
The following people also paid $125.50 in court costs:
Failure To Stop After An Accident - Fined $50 in October and license suspended six months was Feliberto Trevino, Warsaw.
Driving Without A License - Fined $50 in October was Anne Francis, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $50 in October and license suspended 90 days was Vivian Scribner, North Webster.
Fined $25 in October and license suspended 90 days was James Poyser, Warsaw.
The following people also paid $125 in court costs:
Illegal Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in November was Louise Perry, Winona Lake.
Fined $50 in October were David Prater, Claypool, and Timothy Toeppe, North Webster.
Visiting A Common Nuisance - Fined $100 in November were Armendo Jimenez, Warsaw, and Melissa Hurley, Warsaw.
Public Intoxication - Fined $50 in November were Sarah Kellogg, Warsaw; William Ford, Syracuse; Larry Black, Warsaw; and Sam Crace, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in October was Todd Brunner, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in February was Larry Kingrey, Leesburg.
Possession Of Marijuana - Fined $50 in November and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Kimberly Marcum, Warsaw.
Fined $50 in December 1997 and ordered to pay a $200 drug interdiction fee was Michelle Hopkins, Pierceton.
Disorderly Conduct - Fined $100 in November was James Anderson, South Whitley.
Fined $50 in February was James Heckaman, Syracuse.
Battery - Fined $50 in October and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Richard Irons, Mentone.
Judgment (court costs only) in July against and sentenced to 10 days in jail was Dennis Shumaker, Pierceton.
Fined $25 in February and ordered to pay a $50 domestic violence fee was Arturo Rangel, Warsaw.
Minor In A Tavern - Judgment (court costs only) in October against Lisa Clark, Warsaw.
Illegal Consumption Of Alcohol By A Minor - Fined $50 in October were Gary Vervaet, Warsaw; Elijah Patrick, Pierceton; Jeremiah Eckert, Pierceton; and Lisa Clark, Warsaw.
Check Deception - Fined $25 in June was Melissa Lindley, Claypool.
The following people also paid $75.50 in court costs:
Speeding - Fined $27 in November were John G. Reese, 20, Warsaw; Jeff A. Parker, 34, Etna Green; Korey C. Brown, 17, Warsaw; Stacey R. Stevens, 22, Warsaw; and Javier Hernandez, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $27 in October was Laura L. Belcher, 23, Warsaw.
Fined $24.50 in April was Beverly J. Johnson, 46, Winona Lake.
Fined $12 in November were Perry L. Waggoner, 19, Warsaw; Brian W. Wake, 26, North Manchester; Kevin W. Kosins, 37, Warsaw; Alice M. Wallace, 57, Burket; and Piergiorgio Lagorio, 28, Warsaw.
Fined $12 in October was Mike R. Swihart, 36, Silver Lake.
Fined $12 in May were Neal H. Germonprez, 31, Warsaw, and Jeffrey A. Gasaway, 22, Syracuse.
Fined $12 in February was Tara E. Bays, 35, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in November were Matthew W. Cavender, 18, Nappanee; Jon F. Esenwein, 17, North Webster; and April L. Schmidt, 28, Warsaw.
Fined $7 in February was Cynthia L. Kehoe, 42, Claypool.
Expired Plate - Fined $7 in November were Amber L. Baldridge, 24, Warsaw, and Joel C. Rhoades, 32, Pierceton.
Fined $7 in October was Scott M. Stewart, 22, Syracuse.
Driving Without Proof Of Insurance - Fined $50 in November was Rodolfo Silva, 32, Warsaw.
Passing Violation - Fined $7 in November was Ramiro C. Rodriguez, 26, Warsaw.
Disregarding A Stop/Yield Sign - Fined $7 in November were Hector Delafuente, 28, Milford; Elisa M. Mahan, 36, Syracuse; and James Orbik, 44, Leesburg.
Fined $7 in October was Dallas C. Larkin, 17, Warsaw.
No Valid License - Fined $7 in November was Dan D. Ramirez, 27, Nappanee.
Fined $7 in August was Bruce Rogers, 29, Syracuse.
Driver's License Restriction Violation - Judgment (court costs only) in November against Jami L. Kreft, 22, Etna Green.
No License In Possession - Fined $7 in October was Jamie M. Brainard, 24, Warsaw.
False Registration - Fined $7 in October was Scott M. Stewart, 22, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in August was Bruce Rogers, 29, Syracuse.
Fined $7 in February was Tara E. Bays, 35, Warsaw.
Allowing Unlawful Use Of Vehicle - Fined $50 in October was Howard L.McGee, 46, Warsaw.
Driving Left Of Center - Fined $7 in August was Rachel M. Newcum, 19, Leesburg.
Driving While Suspended - Fined $100 in June was John Harrold, 28, Rochester.
Fined $50 in May was Shawn A. Ousley, 28, Claypool.
Fined $100 in May was Michael Z. Cook, 19, Warsaw.
Fined $100 in April was Jose A. Olivarez, 21, Pierceton.
Fined $50 in February was Paul L. Garza, 16, Warsaw.
Fined $150 in February was Brenda K. Farmer, 34, Pierceton.
Fined $25 in January was Jennifer L. Dillon, 25, North Manchester.
The following people also paid $75 in court costs:
Allowing Dog To Stray - Fined $200 in March was Terri White, Pierceton.
Possession Of Tobacco By A Minor - Fined $25 in Februry was Derek Cornelius, 17, Milford.
Possession Of Paraphernalia - Fined $50 in February was Clark G. Trombley, 43, Larwill.
The following person was assessed no court costs:
Violation Of Seat Belt Law - Fined $20 in May was Joseph F. Olivares, 43, Syracuse.
Charges were dismissed against the following people:
Acetone Sniffing - (November) Sam Crace, Warsaw.
Check Deception - (November) John Hersha, Pierceton; (October) Ronald Barley, Warsaw (two counts); Richard Holbrook, Pierceton; Linda Johnson, Warsaw; Barry Lamb, Leesburg (two counts); Stacy McAdams, Warsaw (two counts); Amy Robertson, Warsaw; Vickie Dittman, Warsaw; Troy Simonsen, Warsaw; (June) Dorothy Spangle, Silver Lake.
Public Intoxication - (October) Ryan Becker, Warsaw; (February) Arturo Rangel, Warsaw.
Driving While Intoxicated - (October) Ricardo Alvarez, Warsaw.
Driving Without A License - (October) Richardo Alvarez, Warsaw.
Invasion Of Privacy - (October) Harry Harreld, Warsaw.
Driving While Suspended - (October) Elijah Patrick, Pierceton; Timothy Kegley, Warsaw.
Battery - (September) Donald Woodling, Warsaw.
Superior Court I
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• Custom Tile Co. vs. Ron Whitaker, doing business as Built Right Construction Co., East CR 500S, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $3,656.10 due on account, plus court costs.
• Huntington National Bank vs. David E. Bolin, East Wooster Road, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks amount due on credit card agreement, plus court costs.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., formerly known as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts, plus interest and court costs: Michael L. and Doris J. Boocher, Anchorage Road, Warsaw, $4,192.94; and Noel and Patricia Blankenship, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, $3,131.09.
• Harbor Financial Mortgage Corp. vs. James E. and Cherity J. Prater, South CR 775E, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $64,997.43 due on promissory note, plus interest, $1,500 in attorney fees, costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Chase Bank of Texas, formerly known as Texas Commerce Bank National Association, vs. Deborah K. Ruch, North Tepee Drive; John Doe, as tenant of Reider Street residence; Kosciusko County treasurer; and Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. Plaintiff seeks $26,241.77 due on promissory note, plus interest, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Eric Andrew Fisher, Bishop Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $4,339.11 due on assigned accounts, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• City of Warsaw vs. the following people for the amounts noted due for unpaid sewage fees, plus interest and court costs: Rodney K. Holloway and Beverly Ann Elliott, North Park Avenue, Warsaw, $298.27; Debra Robbins, North Columbia Street, Warsaw, $207.35; Vikkie Prater, Buffalo Street, Warsaw, $384.40; Keith and Rebecca Vanthoff, East Main Street, Warsaw, $226.49; Jerry L. and Debra D. Miller, East Clark Street, Warsaw, $140.36; and Lonnie C. and Evelyn Rake, West Perry Street, Warsaw, $173.86.
• Jagger Hardware Co. Inc. and Larry W. and Evelyn L. Jagger vs. Hall Hardware Inc.; Mark E. Bishopp, Fishers; and John Does 1, 2 and 3. Plaintiff seeks balance due on agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Monogram CreditCard Bank of Georgia vs. Michael G. Ball, East Bowser Road, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $1,893.79 due on credit card account, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Jerry and Wylan Smith vs. Manuel J. Cervantes, Central Mutual Insurance Co. and Affirmative Insurance Co. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount in each of two counts to compensate for injuries and damage resulting from an Oct. 21, 1996, auto accident at the intersection of Winona Avenue and South Harding Street, Warsaw. Plaintiffs also seek interest and court costs. The case was moved on a change of venue from Allen County.
• Household Retail Services Inc. vs. Evan J. Hall, South CR 775E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $1,293.34 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Principal Life Insurance Co., formerly known as Prinicipal Mutual Life Insurance Co., vs. Rein Warsaw Associates, L.P., and Chicago Title Insurance Co. Plaintiff seeks $57,000 for breach of agreement, plus expenses incurred, attorney fees and court costs.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. Arturo Vargas, Goshen. Plaintiff seeks $9,158.16 due on accont, plus attorney fees and court costs.
• Thomas V. Buskirk vs. Brian C. and Debra S. Carter, West CR 100S, Warsaw. Plaintiff awarded $2,913.48 due on contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Brent A. Swonger, by his parents and next friends, A. Keith and Cindy L. Swonger, and A. Keith and Cindy L. Swonger, Goshen, vs. Manco Products Inc., Fort Wayne, and Ace Hardware, East Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiffs seek an unspecified amount for injuries and damage resulting from an April 6, 1998, off-road go-cart accident. Plaintiffs also seek court costs and request a trial by jury.
• Providian National Bank vs. Kevin C. Shell, Milford. Plaintiff seeks amount due on account agreement, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• AVCO Financial Services vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on promissory notes, plus attorney fees and court costs: Henry C. and Debra K. Frazier, Epworth Forest Drive North Webster, $3,548.25; Larry L. and Janet Miller, East Wade Road, Warsaw, $2,642.81; and William D. Shafer, South Caldwell Lake Drive, Claypool, $2,828.58.
• Martin Financial Management Inc. vs. the following people for the amounts noted due on assigned accounts, plus attorney fees and court costs: Judy E. Zorn, North Washington Street, Warsaw, $5,585.39; Thomas Schmucker, Bremen, $3,407.47; Nick L. Rutledge, Bristol, $5,173.07; Donya Marie Howard, Osceola, $4,023.92; Judy I. Means, Bristol, $4,612.62; and Wendy Sawnson Bailey, North CR 800E, Akron, $3,452.02.
• Greg Hunsberger vs. Daniel Clingerman, doing business as O'Connor's Park Pub & Grill, West Center Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks an unspecified amount to compensate for injuries suffered in a Sept. 7, 1998, incident at the business in which he was punched in the jaw. The incident reportedly occurred after a complaint was made to employees, who allegedly did nothing to remove the two patrons causing problems with Hunsberger. Plaintiff also seeks court costs.
Marriage Dissolutions
Collins
Earl Collins, South CR 350E, Warsaw, and Cathy Collins, Warsaw. They were married July 1, 1994, and separated Nov. 2, 1998. There are no minor children.
Webb
Tina M. Webb, Warner Drive, Claypool, and Eric S. Webb, Wabash. They were married Sept. 27, 1997, and separated Nov. 20, 1998. There are two minor children.
Superior Court I
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G. Huffer presiding:
Complaints
• City of Warsaw vs. Billy J. and Mary M. Gardner. Plaintiff awarded $645.08, plus court costs.
• SAC Finance Inc. awarded the judgments noted by default, plus interest and court costs, from the following people: Michael Davis and Michelle Meade, $3,839.16; Robert L. Mast, $5,836.71; Mark B. Holloway, $4,425.08; and George Lantz and Donita Hester, $6,321.16.
• Helvey & Associates Inc., formerly known as Joe Mater & Associates, vs. Jerry L. Bodkin. Plaintiff awarded $5,635.94 by default, plus interest and court costs.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed:
• City of Warsaw vs. Dewayne L. and Becky L. Busz.
Marriage Dissolution
The following dissolution was finalized on the date indicated:
• Trina R. (former name Johnson restored) and Douglas E. Protzman. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $155.20 per week in child support. Nov. 24.
Circuit Court
Filings
The following petitions were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• First Federal Savings Bank vs. Katina Jones, South CR 325E, Pierceton. Plaintiff seeks $64,403.01 due on promissory note, plus interest, attorney fees, court costs, costs incurred and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• Greenwood Trust Co., by its serving agent, Novus Service, doing business as Discover Card, vs. Penny Railsback, South CR 900W, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks $7,594.52 due on contract, plus interest and court costs.
• Financial Services of Whitley County Inc. vs. Timothy and Martha J. Schultz, West CR 125N, Etna Green. Plaintiff seeks amount due on account, plus court costs.
• Anthony Wayne Business Exchange Inc. vs. Laketronics Inc., North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. Plaintiff seeks $160,000 for breach of contract, plus interest, attorney fees and court costs.
• Star Financial Bank vs. Enrique and Jose Malagon, Lyon Street, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks amount due on contract, plus court costs.
• American Enterprises International Inc. vs. Timothy and Paulette Miller, doing business as American Air Flow, North Zimmer Road, Warsaw. Plaintiff seeks $16,465.69 due on Aug. 5, 1998, judgment in Milwaukee County (Wis.) Circuit Court, plus court costs.
Name Change
• Beverly Jean Stevens seeks to change her name to Beverly Jean Miller.
Marriage Dissolutions
Bradley
Ronald Bradley, East Sycamore Street, Silver Lake, and Rachel L. Bradley, Ind. 14, Silver Lake. They were married Jan. 29, 1996, and separated Nov. 7, 1998. There are no minor children.
David
Rebecca A. David, East Frontage Road, Warsaw, and Abel David, Wooster Road, Winona Lake. They were married May 19, 1990, and separated Nov. 22, 1998. There are two minor children.
Delong
Carol S. Delong, EMS B40G Lane, Leesburg, and John K. Delong, West CR 275S, Larwill. They were married April 14, 1995, and separated Nov. 23, 1998. There are no minor children.
Hernandez
Maria E. Hernandez, Milford, and Simon Hernandez Jr., Turkey Creek Drive, Milford. They were married Dec. 14, 1985, and separated Oct. 30, 1998. There are three minor children.
Lampkin
Scott Lampkin, East Longspur Lane, Warsaw, and Colleen Lampkin, East CR 200N, Warsaw. They were married June 1, 1996, and separated Aug. 10, 1997. There are no minor children.
Love
Lisa S. Love, East South Barbee Drive, Pierceton, and Steven T. Love, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. They were married Nov. 24, 1990, and separated Nov. 13, 1998. There are two minor children.
Richmond
Rebecca A. and Chester P. Richmond, East CR 250S, Pierceton. They were married Nov. 15, 985, and separated Nov. 15, 1998. There are no minor children.
Circuit Court
Judgments
The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Circuit Court with Judge Rex Reed presiding:
Complaints
• United Companies Lending Corp. vs. Jon R. and Carol Andrews, et al. Plaintiff awarded $25,795.17 by default, plus costs incurred, court costs and foreclosure of mortgage as prior to other liens, with sale of real estate to satisfy judgment.
• AGP, doing business as Supersweet Farm Service, vs. Max Millard Anglin, doing business as Anglin Farms. Plaintiff awarded $957.28, plus interest and court costs.
Name Change
• Mechelle L. Alldaffer's request to change the name of her minor child from Mark J. Crist to Mark J. Crist Alldaffer is granted.
Dismissal
The following case was dismissed with prejudice:
• David and Kimberly Milligan, as parents of Brian D. Milligan, vs. Wawasee Community School Corp.
Marriage Dissolutions
The following dissolutions were finalized on the dates indicated:
• Karla F. (former name Mann restored) and Steve L. Foreman. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $50 per week in child support. Nov. 19.
• Elizabeth A. (former name Townsend restored) and David D. Banks. Nov. 20.
• Linda D. and William E. Land. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordered to pay $100 per week in child support. Nov. 23.
• Karla Jean (former name Reynolds restored) and Jerry Edward Craig. Nov. 24.
• Judith Lee (former name Dulworth restored) and Jack Leon Abbott. Nov. 24.
• Dawn and Gregory LaJoice Jr. Mother awarded custody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $75 per week in child support. Nov. 24.
• Terry and William Hopkins. Mother awarded cusody of couple's minor child. Father ordered to pay $93 per week in child support. Nov. 24.
• Rex and Renee Stuckman. Mother awarded custody of couple's two minor children. Father ordred to pay $100 per week in child support. Nov. 25.
Other Action
• Hector Angel Leon's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes only.
• Antonio Vuittonet Jr.'s request for reinstatement of driving privileges is granted without restriction.
• Joseph C. Salvo's request for a restricted driver's license is granted, allowing him to drive for employment purposes, child visitation and rehabilitation 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.
• Cherilyn R. Blair, also known as Cheril Blair, 2441 W. CR250S, Warsaw. Nov. 20. Chapter 7. Assets: $200. Debts: $8,394.27.
• Robert G. and Tina M. Devore, 4457 E. CR1300N, North Manchester. Nov. 19. Chapter 7. Assets: $123,065. Debts: $142,071.29.
• Norma J. Musselman, 1729 Bancroft Ave. #3A, Rochester. Nov. 20. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,225. Debts: $17,640.23.
• Louanne Sechrist, 9891 W. CR 1000S, Akron. Nov. 19. Chapter 7. Assets: $32,170. Debts: $40,672.91.
• Richard E. Troyer Jr., 530 Wexford Place, Warsaw. Nov. 18. Chapter 7. Assets: $45,950. Debts: $61,577.29.
• Robin R. Wezessery, formerly doing business as Robin's Nest, 107 N. Main St., Bourbon. Nov. 19. Chapter 7. Assets: $1,000. Debts: $150,277.41. [[In-content Ad]]
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