BOW Approves Rescue Truck, East Main St. Project Bid
City of Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety Friday approved the purchase of several large pieces of equipment for different departments.
Reagan - Huntsman is Not My Father
All of a sudden the kept media is all agog over one Jon (not John) Huntsman, recently retired from his Obama administration post as U.S. Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, provoking the president to joke that he was “sure that him having worked so well for me will be a great asset in any Republican primary.”
Wendell Lee Buntain
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Wendell Lee Buntain, 79, passed away July 23, 2014, in the company of his wife and son, Nicholas, at La Posada, the Mesilla Valley Hospice Center, Las Cruces, N.M., after an 18-month battle with cancer.
Moriarty To Retire After 75 Different Seasons Of Coaching
MENTONE – After 75 different seasons of coaching, spread out over 30 years, Tippecanoe Valley golf coach Roger Moriarty’s coaching career will come to and end in the next few days.
Concord Ends Warsaw's Softball Season
ELKHART – For Warsaw’s varsity softball team, the effort was there in Monday’s Class 4A Elkhart Sectional game against Concord.
Remember When 7.11.2013
10 Years AgoJim Suding is Whitko High School’s new principal, effective July 1. He said he is happy to be at Whitko and excited about getting started. Asked what he liked about Whitko, he said, “the professionalism.” Suding says he brings experience and expertise to Whitko. He taught social studies and coached football, wrestling and girls track at Muncie Central High School for 11 years, and served as assistant principal for eight years. He was also principal at Yorktown for six years before coming to Whitko. He and his wife, Marla, have two children.25 Years AgoBob Schlag, Warsaw amateur beekeeper, came to the rescue of a massive swarm that had become attached to a tree outside of Kline’s Department Store. “Sometimes in the spring, hives get too large and have two queens. When one queen leaves, a lot of other bees follow.” Bob has two hives of his own, but this is the first he has captured.Sixty seniors from Prairie-View Rest Home, Miller’s Merry Manor, Mason Health Care and Retired Tigers gather at Prairie-View for a morning of bingo. Prairie-View residents Pearl Heckman and Mina Underwood enjoyed the day. 50 Years AgoApproximately 175 Lincoln Grade School pupils in grades one through six took part in the Lincoln PTA and Optimist Club-sponsored safety program at the school. The kids rode their bicycles (vehicles) around a chalked-out area on the school grounds and were graded according to safety features they passed. Norman Geible, son of the Rev. and Mrs. Merrell Geible, receives instruction at a miniature chalked-out railroad crossing from State Trooper, Don Sand of Warsaw. Floyd Hollar is the school principal; Jack Valentine and Gene Groninger are representing the Optimist Club. Mrs. Don Chilcote is the PTA president, with Mr. & Mrs. Keith Horn as next year’s co-presidents. 75 Years AgoPrizes in the Poppy Poster contest sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary were awarded to Louise Barber, first; Jerry Gerard, second; Jerry Lessig, third. There were 23 posters made by the Warsaw High School pupils art class supervised by Mrs. Tom Framer. The judges were Mrs. William Chinworth, Mrs. Victor Reafsnyder and Harold Crabil. These posters will be entered in the district poster contest. The American Legion annual stag party will be held at the Legion home May 17, 1938.
Remember When 7.30.2013
10 Years AgoA tropical luau was the theme of a father-daughter dance May 31 for nearly 180 Indiana Lakeland Council Girl Scouts, their escorts and Girl Scout volunteers. The girls and their escorts dressed in Hawaiian attire, danced to music spun by a disc jockey, and enjoyed a catered dinner, games, and prizes. Tia and Tony Croy enjoyed the evening.Girl Scouts and their mothers or adult friends recognized Mother’s Day at the Syracuse Community Building by learning how to make corsages. Following the theme of “Teacups and Bonnets,” the 130 girls and their guests drank from their favorite teacups and wore their best bonnets. Emily Sandberg brought her mother, Paula, and grandmother, Anna Sees.25 Years AgoPletcher Furniture Village of Nappanee announces the appointment of Jacqueline Hollar of Warsaw to their interior design staff. Denna Gundrum, manager of the design staff, comments that Hollar’s knowledge and practical work experience in the fields of architecture give her an especially valuable point of view when considering new design ideas. Mrs. Hollar has lived in the Warsaw area for the past 22 years with her husband, Dr. Charles, and two children, Steven and Danica.Virginia C. Rufenbarger, of Warsaw, retired from NIPSCO after 29 years of service. She was a stenographer in the Warsaw district office at the time. 50 Years AgoThe Green Thumb Garden Club held its third annual flower show, May 18, at the Girl Scout Cabin, Center Lake. All materials had to be home or garden grown. Mrs. Frank Merkle, Claypool, is president of the club; Mrs. Harold Millington, vice president; Mrs. Victor Adams, Atwood, treasurer; and Mrs. Herbert Stier, secretary.Stier, Da-Lite Screen plant superintendent, will speak on “Woman Power” at the monthly dinner meeting of the Warsaw Business and Professional Women’s Club at the Westminster Hotel. Following the meeting, a reception will honor Pauline Jordan, who is state chairman of the club’s Civic Participation Committee, year 1963-64. Mrs. Charles Cox, hospitality chairman, will be the hostess for the evening.75 Years AgoKosciusko County tax collections from November 1937 to May 1938, total $373,088.27 as compared to collections of $444,877.42 collected during a similar period for the previous year. This shows a falling off of $71,789.19 in collections. One reason for the slump is because this year the taxing rate was reduced in 29 out of 31 taxing units in the county, according to County Treasurer Kelley. Total taxes collected for the 31 units is $363,844.92 including those for utilities, line fence assessments, cutting thistles, ditch clean-out, bonded ditches and bank tax.
Remember When 7.22.2013
10 Years AgoU.S. Army 1st Lt. John Frasure, 32, Milford, will be awarded the Bronze Star for his exceptional medical support during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He treated 43 wounded people during OIF as a member of Task Force 4-64, saving many lives. In March and April, Frasure, an Army physician assistant with Alpha Co., 3rd Battalion, 7th Regiment, treated U.S. troops, Iraqi civilians and enemy prisoners of war, often under enemy fire. The Bronze Star Medal is awarded to soldiers who distinguish themselves by heroic or meritorious achievement or service during military operations.25 Years AgoJefferson Elementary School teacher Elaine Hand, 1702 Willow Lane, Warsaw, is retiring after 26 years of teaching. She started in 1967. She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from William Penn College and a master’s degree in elementary education from Indiana University.Rex Roth is the new superintendent of Triton School Corporation. A graduate of Milligan College in Tennessee, he earned his master’s degree and DDS at Indiana University. Roth was an elementary principal for 14 years at Shelbyville, and before that, an elementary school teacher at Bartholomew County Schools. 50 Years AgoKosciusko County businessmen selected Jack Wells, Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, to represent the county in the Northeast Indiana Tourist Assistance Council. The name chosen for the group is “Kosciusko County Hospitality Organization.” The area meeting, attended by 105 persons from 16 counties in northeastern Indiana, was called by Lt. Gov. Richard Ristine. He called for formation of the 16-county area into a district so that it could become part of a state group to promote Indiana as a tourist center. He reported five of the seven districts in the state have been organized. “Average money spent by a man, his wife and two children on vacation in the United States is $35 a day.”75 Years AgoBecause their good neighbor, H.D. “Fode” Cormany, has been unable to work for the past year, 11 of his neighbors brought their tractors and plowed 54 acres of land and harrowed and cultipacked 26 of those acres in one single day this month. The Cormany farm is located 2-1/2 miles west of Leesburg. The work was sponsored by the Happy Prairie Club. Farmers include Harold McKibben, Albert Thomas, Luther McColley, Glen Grimm, Homer Murphy, Everett Bishop, Thomas Stackhouse, William Murphy, Bernis Stookey, Robert Bishop, Walter Shively, LeRoy Vanator and Garland Lowry. At the Cormany home, dinner was served to 23.
Remember When 10.27.2009
10 Years Ago October 27 1999 Old and new were celebrated Sunday at the Mentone Elementary School dedication. The new Mentone Elementary School incorporates the entrance of the old school into the new building with new classrooms. The school has kept 12 classrooms but expanded to 28 so there will be room for 650 students. 25 Years Ago October 27 1984 Try this recipe that came from a County Extension Office article published October 1984. Pumpkin Cheese Ball: One package (eight ounces) cream cheese, softened. 1/2 cup solid-pack pumpkin. One jar (2-1/2 ounces) dried beef slices, chopped. Two cups (eight ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese. 1/4 cups crushed pineapple (well drained). One tablespoon chopped onion. Short celery stalk. Parsley for garnish. Combine cream cheese and pumpkin, mixing until well blended. Stir in beef, cheese, pineapple and onion; mix well. Chill at least one hour. Form into large ball. Score sides with knife to resemble pumpkin. Garnish with celery for stem and parsley. Serve with crackers. Yields about 2-1/2 cups. 50 Years Ago October 27 1959 William (Bill) Hadley is the new president of the Warsaw Chamber of Commerce, having been elected at a meeting of the board of directors. Hadley, vice president of the First National Bank, served as the chamber's vice president this past year. He succeeds retiring president Joe Mendenhall, a druggist. 75 Years Ago October 27 1934 Mrs. Jesse Eschbach and Miss Ina Stout returned from Ann Arbor, Mich., where they visited with the former's daughter, Sally Eschbach, who is a student at the University of Michigan.
Charles Frederick "Fred" Lursen,
MOBILE, Ala. — Charles Frederick "Fred" Lursen, 86, Mobile, Ala., and a native of Leesburg, died Aug. 4, 2017. Fred was a retired certified public accountant in his firm of Charles F. Lursen PC. He was a member of Little Flower Catholic Church, past president of National Association of Accountants in Indiana and a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was blessed with 60 wonderful years of marriage to his loving wife, Betty, who passed away in 2014. He was also preceded in death by his parents, John Lursen and Marie McKibbin Lursen; and his brother, Howard Lursen. His survivors include six children: Vincent (Ellen) Lursen Sr., Moryne (Frank) Breckenridge, Joseph (Dawn) Lursen, Susan Lursen, Patrick (Renee) Lursen and Paulette Lursen; one sister, Ruth Hammond; nine grandchildren: Vincent Jr. (Kit), Matthew, Christina, J.C., Kathleen, Michael, Mary Beth, Daniel and Samantha; one great-grandson, Vincent III; nieces; nephews; and other relatives and friends. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at Little Flower Catholic Church at 11 a.m. Aug. 19, with calling one hour prior. ***** Memorials to Little Flower Catholic Church or the American Heart Association. Condolences may be offered at www.mobilememorialfunerals.com.
William ‘Bill’ E. Beuoy
William “Bill” E. Beuoy, Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake, went home to be with his Lord and Savior at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 25, 2018, at Grace Village Health Care at the age of 89.
James C. ‘Jay’ Lancaster
James C. “Jay” Lancaster, 79, of Syracuse, passed away at 4:18 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.
Katherine A. “Kay” Farrar,
Katherine A. “Kay” Farrar, 88, Warsaw, passed away at 1:31 p.m. Saturday, May 27, 2017, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. On Feb. 17, 1929, she was born in Detroit, Mich., to Carl and Marian Leathers Wilson. Kay was united in marriage to William “Bill” Farrar on Aug. 16, 1947, in Mt. Clemens, Mich. He preceded her in death Feb. 26, 2005. Kay graduated from Mt. Clemons High School, then graduated from Manchester College with a bachelor’s degree. She then graduated from Indiana University, Bloomington, with a master’s degree. After moving to the Warsaw area, Kay became a teacher at Leesburg High School, where she taught high school speech and English and directed all of the junior and senior class plays. In 1967, she became a high school guidance counselor for Warsaw High School, where she also helped sponsor the cheerleaders’ squad. Kay was a member of First United Methodist Church, Warsaw, where she was involved in the Thursday Circle and also the Thursday Morning Bible Study Group. She also was a member of the Eastern Star, Retired Teachers Association, past president of Home Extension Club and served as a CASA representative for several years. Kay also enjoyed playing bridge and participated in various bridge groups. She is survived by two daughters, Carol (spouse Pat) Ireland, North Manchester, and Jane (spouse Greg) Haney, Indianapolis; seven grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Kay also was preceded in death by her daughter, Nancy Roesch; and two brothers, Charles Wilson and Al Moran. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 1, in First United Methodist Church, Warsaw, with Pastor Mark Need officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, in McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. ***** Memorials to First United Methodist Church, 179 S. Indiana St., Warsaw, IN 46580; or to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 26 Broadway, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10004. To sign the guestbook or send condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com.
Robert E. “Bob” Bunch
Robert E. “Bob” Bunch, 75, passed away at 9:08 p.m. Monday, May 29, 2017, in Parkview Hospital Randallia, Fort Wayne. Bob was born in Vincennes on March 23, 1942, to William and Zola Creamer Bunch. He was a 1960 graduate of Elwood High School. Vicki K. Niverson would become his bride April 16, 1960, in Lafayette. They would share almost 50 years together until her passing Dec. 16, 2009. Living most of his life in Warsaw, Bob was employed for 40 years with Owen’s grocery store. He retired in 2011 as its produce manager. He was a member of Warsaw Wesleyan Church. He liked old classic cars and enjoyed going to the old classic car shows. He also enjoyed gardening. Family members left with memories to treasure are his three daughters and their husbands: Natalie and Chris Gutkowski, Chesterton; Lisa and Max Elder, Pierceton; and Cheryle and Bruce Stouder, Warsaw; and a son, Richard Bunch, Leesburg; and eight grandchildren: Sara, Max, Landon, Jordan, Chase, Connor, Olivia and Derek. Also surviving are two brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Fran Bunch, Springfield, Mo., and John and Linda Bunch, Chesterton. In addition to his wife, Vicki, he was preceded in passing by a son, Bobby Bunch, Oct. 20, 2000; and his sister, Becky Belle Bostic, March 19, 1976. The family will receive guests for a time of sharing from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 1, at Titus Funeral Home. A celebration of Bob’s life will take place Friday morning beginning at 10:30 at the funeral home. Pastor Dennis Bollenbacher of New Beginnings Community Church, Atwood, will officiate. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. ***** Memorials to the Arthritis Foundation, 615 N. Alabama St., Indianapolis, IN 46204 or online at www.arthritis.org/Indiana; or the American Diabetes Association, 55 E. Monroe St., #3420, Chicago, IL 60603.
