Milford High School Alumni Banquet June 10
The Milford High School 93rd annual Alumni Association banquet is planned for June 10. The classes of 1947, 1957 and 1967 will be honored at this year’s gathering.
Club News, May 13, 2017
Meeting reports and upcoming events from area social groups and service clubs:
Patrick Ross
GLENWOOD, Iowa — Patrick Timothy Ross, 73, Glenwood, Iowa, passed away May 9 at the Josie Harper Hospice House, Omaha, Neb. Patrick was born Nov. 22, 1943, to James and Alice Ross in Newton, Iowa. On Sept. 11, 1965, he married Cheryll Bunn in Rock Island, Ill. He is survived by Cheryll, Glenwood; son, Thomas (spouse Heather), Claypool; son, Timothy (spouse Ellen), Council Bluffs, Iowa; daughter, Theresa, Omaha; sister, Sarah “Sally” Cassady, East Lansing, Mich.; sister, Barbara “Sue” Wilkinson, Huntsville, Ala.; brother, Rafael “Joe,” Afton, Iowa; brother-in-law, Ed Bunn, Colfax, Iowa; and sister-in-law, Gerri Ross, Montezuma, Iowa. He was an adoring “Papa” to his four grandchildren: Maxton, Meg, Andrew and Aaron. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his brother, Michael; brothers-in-law, Donald Cassady, Dick Wilkinson and James Bunn; and sister-in-law, Myrna Bunn. Devoted to his family, he was an avid photographer who enjoyed taking pictures at family events and the extracurricular activities of his children and grandchildren. His unique sense of humor and quick wit entertained many. He loved chocolate and dessert. He was a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Creighton Bluejays. Patrick graduated from Dowling Catholic High School, Des Moines, and St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa. Working his entire life in the financial industry, he worked his way up from teller to bank president, retiring from Mills County Bank as branch president in 2009. Living most of his adult life in Mills County, his giving heart led him to be involved in several community groups, including chairman of the building committee for Holy Rosary Catholic Church, president of the Glenwood Community High School Ram Booster Club, director and volunteer at the Mills County Storehouse, director of the Pottawatomie County Red Cross, and Rotary Club fellow. Visitation will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Glenwood, from 2-5 p.m. June 11, with a prayer service to follow. Catholic services will be at 10 a.m. June 12. A private burial is planned at a later date. Peterson Mortuary, Glenwood, is handling the services. The family would like to thank all of the caregivers and friends who have provided so much care and assistance to Patrick and his family in this difficult time. ***** Memorials to Mills County Relay for Life; Mills County Storehouse; Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Omaha; Saint Albert Catholic Schools Fine Arts Department, Council Bluffs, Iowa; or Chapman Lakes Conservation Association, Warsaw.
County Approves $36K For CCAC Land Acquisition
In an unexpected move, a Kosciusko County panel voted Wednesday to provide enough money for the City-County Athletic Complex to complete the purchase of land it’s been using for more than 20 years.
Silo Signals First Sign Of AWL's Relocation
A new shiny “silo” visible from U.S. 30 is the latest example of progress being made in Animal Welfare League’s quest to raise enough money for its future facility.
Warsaw Man Faces Battery Charges
A Warsaw man is facing battery charges after police allege he hit his wife who was 15 weeks pregnant, according to new details released by police.
Nisly Stands For Liberty
We just finished the General Assembly session for this year. And for those who are lovers of liberty like I am, it was tough. The General Assembly once again thought it understood our rights better than we did. Luckily for us, we had a defender of liberty in the Indiana House.
Repeating, Remembering And Buring Out Early
Remember last week when we talked about coaching burnout?
Lady Squires’ Sewell Signs With Manchester University
Manchester High School senior Bailey Sewell signed a letter of intent Wednesday to continue her academic and track and field careers at Manchester University this fall.
Wawasee’s McKinney Signs With Ancilla College
Wawasee senior athletic manager Robert McKinney has agreed to be the men’s soccer manager at Ancilla College in Donaldson beginning this fall.
Paul Anthony Helman
LIGONIER — Paul Anthony Helman, 56, Cromwell, passed away unexpectedly at his home May 9, 2017. He was born Aug. 3, 1960, in Goshen, to Paul and Thelma Blankenship Helman. Survivors include children Anthony Helman and Allysen Helman, both of Cromwell; and a brother, Ronald (Melissa) Helman, Warsaw. A funeral service is planned for 1:30 a.m. Monday at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway S., Ligonier. Pastor Jeffrey Thomas will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant View Community Church Cemetery, Warsaw. Calling is from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. ***** Memorials to the family of Paul Helman. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com. LIGONIER — Paul Anthony Helman, 56, Cromwell, passed away unexpectedly at his home May 9, 2017. He was born Aug. 3, 1960, in Goshen, to Paul and Thelma Blankenship Helman. Survivors include children Anthony Helman and Allysen Helman, both of Cromwell; and a brother, Ronald (Melissa) Helman, Warsaw. A funeral service is planned for 1:30 a.m. Monday at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway S., Ligonier. Pastor Jeffrey Thomas will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant View Community Church Cemetery, Warsaw. Calling is from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. ***** Memorials to the family of Paul Helman. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com.
Judy M. Shepard
Judy M. Shepard, 66, Columbia City, passed away at 12:52 p.m. May 8, 2017, at her home. She was born Aug. 7, 1950, in Wolf Lake, to William N. and Doris E. Downing Buckles. Survivors include a daughter, Ericia (Joe) Florrow, Warsaw.
Church News, May 11, 2017
A community meal, a bake sale and a southern gospel concert are among upcoming events:
Manchester Accepts Resignation Of Supt. Reichhart
The Manchester Community Schools Board of Trustees unanimously accepted the resignation of Superintendent Dr. Bill Reichhart at its Tuesday meeting.
Bourbon Residents Voice Opinions On Rezoning For Proposed Dollar General
About 35 Bourbon residents and business owners attended the Bourbon Town Council meeting Tuesday night.
Wawasee Supermileage Team Recognized; Land Purchase Eyed
Wawasee Superintendent Dr. Tom Edington presented certificates of merit to teacher Allen Coblentz to give to the students of the Wawasee High School Supermileage Team, which placed third and 13th out of 86 teams at the 2017 Shell Eco-Marathon in Detroit.
Relay For Life A Reminder Cancer Never Sleeps
From noon to midnight Saturday, Relay for Life teams will circle the course laid out at Quaker Haven Camp.
Grace College, Village At Winona Fest Of Music Announced
WINONA LAKE – Grace College and Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts will partner to present the second annual Grace College & Village at Winona Festival of Music, a series of seven concerts of artistic excellence and musical variety.
