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Area businesses, group cut ribbons By Mandy Mahan and Joseph Slacian news@thepaperofwabash.com
Four local enterprises celebrated their grand openings in recent days. Two of the enterprises are local businesses, while one is a non-profit and the fourth is a healthcare facility. The two businesses, Poole’s Performance Market, 1315 Cass St., and JoJo’s OlFactory & Co., 36 W. Canal St., and the non-profit, Babe of Wabash County, 88 W. Hill St., had their ribbon cuttings on Friday, May 7, while the healthcare facility, Wellbrooke of Wabash’s Memory Care site, The Legacy Lane, had its ribbon cutting on Monday, May 9. Abigail Poole and Taylor Poole cut the ribbon at Poole’s Performance Market. Keith Gillenwater, President and CEO of Grow Wabash County, welcomed the business to Wabash. Poole’s Performance Market, previously known in the past as Cathy’s Natural Market and INGUARD Health, is putting its own spin on the health food grocery store. In addition to keeping the daily lunch specials made popular by its predecessor, Poole’s has expanded its menu to include protein smoothies, acai bowls and protein cold brew. The store also has plans to expand its produce section and implement a deli section featuring meats and cheeses from its sister store, Poole’s Meat Market. “We are excited to continue the same great products from our predecessor along with some new products and services from our sister store,” Owner Hannah Arrendale said. “We are also
very excited to offer Wabash Performance meal prep, designed to help you achieve the healthiest happiest version of yourself. Each meal will be chef prepared, offered in a keto line as well as a macro management line consisting of only the highest quality macro nutrients!” Katey Till, Babe of Wabash Executive Director, and Matt Stone, board president, cut the ribbon at the agency, while surrounded by other board members. Babe of Wabash is designed to serve as a place for parents in the community looking for resources and support to help them raise a happy, healthy family. “What we do is promote good health, education and connection,” Till said. “We want to connect families with the community with places that are already set up that promote those same values.” When parents take a child to the library, a doctor’s visit or other site that promotes Babe’s values, they receive a coupon that can be redeemed at the facility’s store for such things as diapers, wipes, strollers and more. Parents who receive services that can show a direct benefit for their child also will receive a coupon. “For parents who maybe wanted to do it before, now they have that financial incentive to do it,” she said. “For parents who were already doing it, now they’re just getting more. “So, we are in every sense and purpose a store, but you cannot use cash to buy things here, you have to get these coupons. And that’s what is so fun, because now people aren’t spending money out of their own pocket. We know there’s a lot of families in town that, we
know, money is tight.” Before the ribbon was cut, Gillenwater said “Babe of Wabash County is a welcome service. It’s great to see families and children grow up happy and healthy, and having an organization that is making sure that every family has the opportunity to do that.” Stone said officials wanted to thank all the people who made the program possible. “But mostly, we want to thank Katey,” he continued. “The board wants to thank her for all of her work. She has put a lot of time and effort into this over the last couple of years. She’s excited about this day and has been looking forward to it for a long time.” During the ceremony, Till thanked numerous people, including board members, her family and all who helped along the way. Mother-daughter co-owners of JoJo’s OlFactory & Co. were excited to cut the ribbon in front of a full shop of onlookers. “We could not be more excited to have such a welcoming family – I call it family because that’s what Wabash is,” said Holly Ward, co-owner. “They have opened their arms and we can’t believe how well all of the merchants work together. Everybody tries to help one another and that’s the way it’s supposed to be.” Holly, along with her daughter, Abby Ward offer a new experience in Downtown Wabash with their new business. JoJo’s offers a candle and fragrancemaking experience. Gillenwater also welcomed JoJo’s to Wabash. “It’s a great day when you get a new business opening up in downtown,” he said. “Especially when it’s a new busi-
ness that’s going to attract new people to come into the community for that atmosphere and experience that I think Wabash and Downtown Wabash does better than anybody, so we are glad to play a small part in this.” Before cutting the ribbon, Holly explained the name of the business to the gathered crowd. “People always ask where JoJo’s came from. They see our nametags and ask who JoJo is,” she explained. The name came from a shared middle name that originated from Holly’s late grandmother Joanna. “My mother’s middle name is Jo, my middle name is Joann and my daughter Abby’s middle name is also Joann.” On Monday, incoming residents, Carmen Anez and Jimmy Bowman cut
the ribbon, unveiling Legacy Lane. Gillenwater welcomed Legacy Lane. “Congratulations on the investment,” he said. “It’s exciting to see you reinvesting and growing and adding services and building out that capacity to serve everyone.” The Legacy Lane, Wellbrooke’s new neighborhood is designed to enrich the lives of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, and is slated to open this spring. “We are excited to get this going and serve a population that I think is much needed in this community,” said Aaron Vogel, Executive Director of Legacy Lane. In the Legacy Lane, every facet of life will be dictated by each resident’s unique needs. Caregivers are selected for their
patience, empathy, and servant hearts, and undergo extensive training as part of Trilogy’s Memory Care standards, which include the company’s BFF (Best Friends Forever) program, inspired by the Best Friends™ Approach developed by Virginia Bell and David Troxel. Through the BFF Program, Trilogy employees are taught how to resolve conflicts, create meaningful experiences, and connect with those they serve by learning their life stories. Every resident in The Legacy is valued for what makes them unique, and is empowered to spend their days pursuing the things that bring them joy, whether that be listening to music, creating art, cooking, spending time outdoors, or just chatting about times gone by. In addition to offer-
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ing Memory Care services, Wellbrooke of Wabash offers their customers Assisted Living and Post-Acute Healthcare Services such as Rehabilitation and Adult Day/Respite Services. By offering this full range of care and support, seniors and their families can find peace of mind knowing that should their needs change, they can remain at Wellbrooke, surrounded by the same beautiful amenities and caring staff members they have come to know and love. Wellbrooke of Wabash is currently taking reservations for The Legacy, and invites community members to contact the campus at (260) 274-0444 to learn more and schedule a tour. Open houses will be offered to the public on May 11 and May 12 as well.
Attention North Mancheste r Residents!
Saturday, May 15 from 8am to 1pm The event will be held at the North Manchester Street Department Located at 407 Wabash Road. On This Special Clean Up Day We Will Be Accepting Items Such As: • All Appliances Including: Dehumidfiers, Stoves, Water Heaters, Washers, Dryers, Air Conditioners, and Refrigerators. • All Electronic Devices, Including But Not Limited To: • Televisions, Computers and Monitors • Fluorescent Lamps and Mercury Devices • Household Chemicals and Paints • OTC and Prescription Medications and • Tires and Auto Fluids Used Sharps
For Questions and a List of All Items Accepted, Please Contact The District Office at 260-563-7649 or visit www.slashthetrash.com The District’s Normal Hours of Operation are Monday Through Friday From 8:30am to 4:30pm and is Located at 1101 Manchester Avenue (Hwy 13) Just Under A Mile South of Us 24 on the East Side of the road.
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County Memorial Day service canceled Wabash County’s Memorial Day service will not take place on Monday, May 31, due to Gov. Eric Holcomb’s declaration of a state of emergency as a result of the COVID-19 virus. “this was a hard decision for the Veteran Service Office, but as the state of emergency continues through Memorial Day it could not be avoided,” Veteran Service Officer Samuel Daugherty said in a
“Please enjoy this coming Memorial Day by remembering the fallen heroes who sacrificed so much for our nation,” Daugherty said.
press release. The service, at the Wabash County Courthouse, would usually include numerous speakers, service organizations, police, fire and EMA personnel and others.
Shelly Leifer celebrates being named Indiana Small Rural Assocation Teacher of the Year for the 2020-21 school year. Photo provided
MCS’s Leifer named Teacher of the Year By Eric Christiansen echristiansen@nmp aper.com
NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester Jr.-Sr. High School business teacher Shelly Leifer received the surprise of her career Tuesday, May 4, when she was named the Indiana Small and Rural Association (ISRA) Teacher of the Year. MJSHS Principal Jon Lippe organized a surprise pepsession for teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week, however, Leifer was the only teacher that had the spotlight. “I’m a little overwhelmed right now,” Leifer said. “This is really an honor. You could have picked anybody in this school. I just love what I do.”
“(Shelly) is a woman of impeccable character and the type of role model that today’s students desperately need,” Lippe said in a letter of recommendation to the ISRA. “I believe that Shelly Leifer is very deserving of this honor.” Leifer, a 1986 graduate of Manchester High School, didn’t begin her teaching career until 2012 where she taught at Northfield Jr.-Sr. High School for one year before going back to her alma mater and helping restart the business program. “I didn’t come into this until I was 45 years old. I think that has helped because I’ve been able to use all of my previous work skills and really work with the kids on what the real world looks like,”
Leifer said. “I try to bring that into my classroom. I try to give them assignments and opportunities to do things that they would do if they were actually out there and make it as realistic as possible.” MCS Curriculum Director Sue Gnagy noted how much of Leifer’s success comes from behind the scenes. “Shelly received the Next Level Program of Study Planning and Implementation grants. Her proposal was one of 12 selected for the entire state and the
only business program to be selected,” Gnagy said. “She is working with the Governor’s Workforce Cabinet to develop the framework for this Program of Study as well as serve as a general advisor for all things CTE (Career and Technical Education). Her leadership in this area has put Manchester on the map at the state level.” By winning the state award, Leifer is now up for the National Teacher of the Year.
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Tox-A-Way Day brings 200 cars to safely dispose of products By Mandy Mahan mmahan@thepaperofwabash.com
The Wabash County Solid Waste Management District had its annual Spring Clean-up Tox-A-Way Day on Saturday, May 8. The event was for all Wabash County residents to safely dispose of toxic waste items. The items accepted at the event were electronics and electrical devices including televisions, Freon and non-Freon appliances, tires, home chemicals, paints, auto fluids, batteries, mercury and mercury containing devices, propane and other compressed air or gas tanks, and expired and/or unused medications and used needles.
Salamonie to host Senior Luncheon
The monthly Salamonie Senior Luncheon will be held at noon on Monday, June 1, at the Salamonie Lake Interpretive Center. Anyone age 50 or older is welcome to attend. Join Advanced Master Gardner Martha Ferguson who will share the importance of using native plants in place of invasive species. Ferguson recently directed the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site’s garden restoration project. The program begins with a carry-in meal at noon. Guests should bring a side dish to share, a beverage and their own table service. A $1 donation will be accepted. Seating is limited. Reservations may be made by calling 260468-2127.
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Jen Rankin, Executive Director of Wabash County Solid Waste Management District, told The paper of Wabash County that this year’s event had seen roughly 200 cars pass through. “We normally do 400 at an event like this, I do about 400 in four hours, but I’m having another one next week in Manchester, so I believe that the people from the north are probably going to go to that,” she said. Tox-A-Way Day has been happening since the early 2000s according to Rankin. “I know that we have done this event every year for at least the last 14 years, but I know we did it before that as special events.” During the Tox-A-
Way Day, the most commonly dropped off items are chemicals and paints, although they receive large amounts of other things as well. “Just the electronics alone at last year’s event, we did almost 30,000 pounds.” All of the waste received, other than the chemicals goes to recyclers within the state. “I have been diligent ever since I started working here to make sure that we don’t use brokers or anyone like that,” said Rankin. “We make sure that our vendors are registered through the State of Indiana, Department of Environmental Management and that they truly do recycling.” Chemicals have to
be handled differently. Some have to be landfilled but they go to a very special hazardous waste landfill. They are all neutralized before they go, many are incinerated like the fuels and things like that and we try to find outlets for the motor oil and that type of thing.” The event is run by a temporary staff to help the day go smoothly and get people through the line as fast as possible. “I can usually get someone to volunteer one year and when they see how hard it is, I can’t get them back, so I do have to hire a temporary staff for the day,” said Rankin. “I am lucky this year, because I did have a vendor that came through for me and actually sent 11
Wabash County Solid Waste District temporary employees unload old televisions from a community member’s car during the annual Tox-A-Way event on Saturday. Photo by Mandy Mahan. people, so it’s gone so much nice today than in past years, very quick, very smooth.” Another Tox-A-Way day will take place in North Manchester on Saturday, May 15, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 407 Wabash Road. Anyone
in Wabash County is encouraged to attend if they have toxic items to dispose of. Rankin encourages people to organize their loads. “Just don’t throw everything together,” she said. “So, what I
am saying, is if you have chemicals and paints, put them in one area, tires, put them in another area. Try to separate your waste a little bit, it helps us get you out of here in no time.”
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Wabash board OKs summer school posts By Mandy Mahan mmahan@thepaperofwabash.com Members of the Wabash City School board met on Monday, May 3, to conduct business. During the meeting the board: Approved the following teachers as IREAD3 summer school teachers at $30 per hour from 8:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. June 1 to 11, 2021 for a total of 36 hours: Heather Dutton, Sarah Kirkpatrick, Barb Morgan, Cassie Grove Approved recommendation to hire Alex Parnin as an Aventura Summer Camp Coordinator at O.J. Neighbours. Parnin will receive $3,000 to plan and implement camp May 28th (training day) and June 7 to 25. Approved out of state field trips to Cedar Point on May 21, 2021 for Math and Science Day for WMS 7th grade science students and WHS dual credit calculus students. Approved the following teachers to teach summer school for grades 7-12 at $30 an hour from 8-11 a.m. June 1 to 28: Jen Smith, James Burns, Erin Sapusek, Ben Backer Approved recommendation to hire Ellie Milam as a math teacher at WHS at a starting salary of $35,000 beginning the 2021-2022 school year. Approved recommendation to hire Jaclyn Holley as
City Schools to host bilingual summer camp Officials from Wabash City Schools have announced “Aventura,” a bilingual summer camp at O.J. Neighbours Elementary School. All students going into Pre-K to 4th grade for the 2021-2022 school year, are invited to school counselor at WHS beginning at level H of the salary schedule with a Master’s degree and a 205-day contract beginning the 20212022 school year. Approved recommendation to transfer Elizabeth Burns from the teaching position at Vernon Manor to the RISE classroom teacher at WHS beginning the 2021-2022 school year. Approved Melisa Callahan as the Drivers Education Coordinator beginning the 2020-21 school year. Accepted resignation from Tiffany Smith as WCS cafeteria employee effective May 7, 2021. Approved recommendation to increase stipends for the following cafeteria employees due to changes in responsibilities effective April 26, 2021: Kate Carter will decrease from $1.45 to $1.00 per hour. Brittany Enyeart will increase from $1.45 to $2.05 per hour. Approve recommendation for the fol-
Teaching youngsters about nature: Amelia Kitt (right photo, on left) chases Liam Straka around the circle playing a form of Duck, Duck, Goose during the Salamonie Reservoir’s May Pre-school program at the Upper Wabash Interpretive Center. The theme for May was “B is for Bud and Blooms.” Children from age 2 to 5 are invited to join for a small fee. Photos by Emily Wyatt
attend. The camp will take place June 7-18 and June 21 to July 2. No prior Spanish or English skills are required. For more information, please contact Sarah Delgadillo at 260-740-4262.
lowing employees to work the 2021 Summer Food Service Program at their hourly/daily rate, sub pay or stipend: Melanie Honeycutt, Brittany Enyeart, Janice Berry, Randy Beaver, Trish Stith, Charlene Blair, Tina King, Kathryn
Pionke, Tracie Kellie, Terri Smith, Aaron F r e y - K e p l i n g e r, Wendy Sheridan, Alina Perkins, Diana George, Shelly Ford, Tammy Maine, Sandy Dempsey Approve the following ECA treasurer changes: Cut part time ECA
treasurer position at WMS/WHS T r a n s i t i o n Contessa Esslinger from Central Office to WMS/WHS and changing her title from Deputy Treasurer to Head E C A Treasurer/Textbook at her current hours and pay effective June 7, 2021. The board also met for a hearing on the Superintendent hire contract on Wednesday, May 5. No community members attended and the meeting was adjourned with no discussion. The board will vote on the hiring at the May 17 meeting.
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Wabash Farmers Market to begin May 15
Mayor Scott Long addresses a luncheon at the Eagles Theatre of A group of 85 Northern Indiana mayors, government representatives and associates from throughout Indiana. Photo provided
City plays host to annual meeting of Mayor’s Assistants The week of April 21, was a busy week in Wabash. Beverly Vanderpool, Assistant to Mayor Scott Long and President of the Indiana Mayor’s Assistants, hosted the group’s annual three-day conference here in Wabash. Mayoral assistants from all over Indiana gathered at the Charley Creek Inn for a time of meetings and fellowship. While in Wabash the group took a ride on Trolley 85, to see some of the unique sites around Wabash. The tour was directed by Jennifer Long-Dillon, Visit Wabash County. They also spent time at The Sanctuary Retreat Center, where they had pizza and a craft making session. Another evening was spent at the Eagles Theatre, Parkview Ballroom. The assistants also took part in a scavenger hunt that took them to downtown businesses. Convention workshop presen-
ters were: Christine Flohr, Executive Director of Visit Wabash County; Kyndra Baldwin, Creative Crafts; Vickie Simpson, The Breathing Room, Peru; and Angie Vanderpool, Accountability Buddy For Hire, Indianapolis, Indiana. On Friday, April 23, Mayor Long hosted a luncheon in the Eagles Theater Ballroom. A group of 85 Northern Indiana mayors, government representatives and associates from throughout Indiana attended the lunch and meeting. They also toured the Eagles Theatre. Visitors from both meetings were very impressed with the City of Wabash and were excited to take ideas to their cities that they garnered during their visit here. Visitors also were impressed with the friendly atmosphere and all there is to do in the city.
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The Downtown Wabash Farmers Market will kick off its 2021 season on Saturday, May 15 from 8 a.m. - noon in the Wabash Elks and Honeywell parking lots on the corner of Cass and Market streets. The 2021 Market will occur every Saturday from 8 a.m. noon through Saturday, Sept. 26. Downtown Wabash Farmers Market is a program of Wabash Marketplace, Inc. “It will be great to see folks out and about shopping with local vendors at this year’s Farmers Market,” Market Coordinator Dan Bickel said. “Our vendors are excited to mingle with shoppers and share their variety of products during this continued downtown Wabash tradition.” Vendors participating in the 2021 Market will feature handmade, homemade and homegrown items including fresh produce, meats, dairy
products, homegoods, plants, arts and artisan wares. The Market is excited to accept SNAP, WIC and Senior Farmers Market Vouchers at select vendor booths. The Farmers Market is also petfriendly and tobacco-free. The 2021 Market Vendors include Wesson’s Canine Bakery, Hill N Dale Farm, My Dad’s Sweet Corn, Arc of Wabash County, Inc., Bizzy Bees, RiverRidge Farm, Cordes Berry Farm, Sisters Jam & Jelly, Sherry’s Simple Sweets, Carpenter Creations, Charlie’s Hoops & Coops/Eggboys, Morning Glories, R&P Bling, Small Onion Studio, Jimmy Langford and Emmett’s Paddy Wagon. Shoppers are invited to experience more than vendor offerings at the 2021 Market. Additional offerings include live music, food trucks, family-friendly activities and
demonstrations, and more. Vendors are still being accepted for full-season, halfseason and one-time rates. To become a vendor for the 2021 Market, visit WabashMarketplace.org/farm ers-market or call 260-5630975. Wabash Marketplace will continue to monitor the current state of the pandemic and will adapt where necessary for the safety of vendors and shoppers. Current CDC guidelines do not require but recommend face coverings at the 2021 Market events. For more information about current Covid-19 guidelines from the CDC, visit cdc.gov. For more information about Downtown Wabash Farmers Market, visit WabashMarketplace.org/farm ers-market or follow along on Facebook and Instagram.
Manchester Schools become STEM certified The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) today announced 13 schools, including those in the Manchester Community Schools District, are newly-certified as leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Manchester Elementary School, Manchester Intermediate School, and the Manchester Jr.-Sr. High School received the honors announced on Friday, May 7/
“Indiana’s STEM Certified Schools are leaders in ensuring students are building employability, critical thinking and problem solving skills,” said Dr. Katie Jenner, Indiana Secretary of Education. “While occupations in STEM-related fields continue to grow, we know that the foundational skills developed through STEM education will benefit students regardless of their chosen career path. Through a focus
on STEM disciplines, these schools are preparing Indiana’s future leaders to tackle tomorrow’s greatest challenges both in life and the workplace.” Created in 2015, the STEM Certified Schools program recognizes schools focused on a commitment to teaching STEM disciplines beyond the classroom. Each of these schools completed an application and review process, that repeats every five years.
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WACCY Golf Outing planned for June 9
Officials at Grow Wabash County invite the Wabash County business community to join them for a day of golf, fun and networking. Registration is now open for Grow Wabash County’s annual WACCY Golf Outing on June 9 at the Honeywell Golf Course, 3360 Niccum Road in Wabash . The WACCY Golf Outing will, of course, feature some of the “Caddyshack”level antics that have become synonymous with the annual fundraising event. This year will feature the Putting Green Contest as well as the ever-popular game boosters such as Mulligans, Pick-APutts and Bad Player Insurance. Registration is $360 per four-person team, which includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, access to a catered lunch from Miller’s Merry Manor and the chance to win a whole assortment of games and prizes. This year’s outing will offer morning (7:30 a.m. start) and afternoon (1 p.m. start) flights on a first come, first serve basis. There will be a limit of 18 teams per flight. Prizes will be awarded during both flights to winners in each of these categories: Longest Drive for both Men and Women; Longest Putt; Closest to the Pin; and prizes for first, second, third and last place teams. Heartland REMC will once again be sponsoring the Hole-InOne contest. The biggest prize of the day, though, will be the custom WACCY Golf Championship Belt, which will be awarded to the grand champion of the 2021 WACCY Golf Outing. There are also many sponsorship opportunities for businesses to register for to get in on the fun, including becoming a Hole Sponsor ($125) which allows the sponsor to set up at a hole on the course with their own booth or activity to promote their business and connect with the golfers that come through.
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Zartman completes University of Oklahoma course Grow Wabash County officials are proud to announce Tenille Zartman graduated from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute (OU EDI) on April 29, 2021 at the OU EDI Spring session. Zartman is vice president of Grow Wabash County. OU EDI is an intensive 117-hour certificate program which provides a broad spectrum of advanced education for the economic development professional. “OU EDI is the premier organization dedicated to training economic development professionals,” Mark James, Zartman’s mentor and current Dean of OU EDI, said. “These graduates represent some of the finest economic development practitioners in the U.S. working to support their local communities.” OU EDI classes focus on three major core areas including: Business Retention and Expansion, Real Estate, and Credit Analysis, as well as areas of concentration in Workforce Development, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Entrepreneurship, Community & Neighborhood Development, and Managing Economic Development Organizations. Students typically take 1-3 years to com-
plete the program through a series of intensive in-person and online courses. Zartman said, “I would like thank to thank the Grow Wabash County team for championing this endeavor, the Indiana Economic Development Association for two scholarships, and the community for fueling my passion furthermore for this industry. “It is clear when I’m surrounded by Economic Development Professionals from
Tenille Zartman and her daughter, Elzie, show off her certificate. Photo provided
across the U.S. that Wabash County is uniquely positioned with world-class assets and amazing people. I look forward to applying best practices and newfound knowledge from these courses to better serve our people and communities of Wabash County.” Following graduation from the OU EDI Institute, Zartman plans to sit for the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) through the International Economic
Development Council (IEDC). The CEcD program is the most prestigious, comprehensive designation in the economic development profession that enhances the knowledge and performance of economic developers. To find out more about economic development and how it benefits our community, follow the Grow Wabash County social media pages and keep eye out for posts as part of the Economic Development Week May 9-15.
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Gene Kaufman, 85
Danny Steele, 66
Owned Etna Acres Golf Course
March 16, 1955 – April 17, 2021
Feb. 25, 1936 – May 7, 2021 Gene Robert Kaufman, 85, of Andrews, passed away at 12:41 a.m. on Friday, May 7, 2021 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Gene was born in Huntington, on Feb. 25, 1936 to Burlin and Josephine (Buse) Kaufman. Gene graduated from Huntington High School in 1954 where he wrestled, played basketball, football, track, and golf. Gene graduated from Hanover College in Madison with degrees in education and business. He was a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity and played on the golf team. While attending Hanover, he met, Joby, his wife of 60 years. He worked as an assistant at Plymouth Country Club the summer after graduation, then returned to Huntington to teach school. Gene taught bookkeeping, accounting, driver’s education and started golf in the county schools. Gene, Joby, and his parents designed, built, owned, and operated Etna Acres Golf Course for over 60 years. They created an atmosphere where everyone felt like family. He was a proud 51-year member of the PGA of America. In 2009, he was the recipient of the Indiana PGA Junior Leader Award and was recently chosen as the 2021 Indiana Section PGA Deacon Palmer Award winner. He was also a Shriner, a member of the Wabash Chapter #90 Eastern Star, and a 50-year member of the Hanna Lodge #61 of Wabash. His love for the game of golf was infectious. He loved to talk golf with everyone and always found time to help someone with their game. Gene wore many hats at Etna Acres: golf professional, greenskeeper, superintendent, teacher, cook, merchandise salesman, and golf/life therapist...just to name a few. Gene loved the golf course they created and would sometimes drive around looking at the course, having what he called a “religious experience.” He also loved following Southwood High School athletics, Purdue basketball and football. Etna Acres has been the location for numerous golf fundraisers through the years. In lieu of flowers, if you have participated in one of those outings, please consider a donation to one of the charities. A couple that he felt most passionate about included the Shriners Hospital and Folds of Honor. Joby and Gene raised two daughters at the course; JoDee (Gary) Dale, of Andrews and Jeannie (Bob) Stienke, of Wabash; grandchildren Devin (Kelli) Dale, of Wabash, Dayna Dale, of Andrews, Julia (Andrew) Wegeng, of Indianapolis and Rylan Porter, of Indianapolis. He is preceded in death by his wife, Joby, who passed on April 16, 2020. A celebration of life will be held for both Gene and Joby at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 14, 2021, at the Wabash Friends Church, 3563 South State Road 13, Wabash, with Pastor David Phillips officiating. Calling hours for friends and family will start at 2 p.m. and go until the time of the Celebration of Life at Wabash Friends Church. McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash, has been entrusted with Gene Kaufman’s arrangements.
Danny Joe Steele, 66, Wabash, passed away April 17, 2021. He was born March 16, 1955. Danny is survived by his wife, Donna (Courtney) Steele; brother James Steele; sister Susie Perkins; step children Terry Berkey, Larry Berkey and Mona Corbran; grandchildren Adam Berkey, Amber (Corbran) Cripe, Derek Corbran, Harley Corbran and Megan (Corbran) Buzzard; nieces and nephews Michelle (Steele) Case, Tammi (Steele) Keffer, Cindy Steele, James Steele Jr., Kelly (Steele) Ply, Herbie Steele, David Perkins, Eddie Perkins, Teresa (Perkins) Case and Roger Steele. He was preceded in death by two brothers Hank and Larry; and a step son Gary Corbran. Memorial service will be May 22, 2021 from 1-3 p.m. at The Remnant at The Wabash Chapel Church of God, located at 14363 Middle Street, Wabash. In lueu of flowers, please send donations in Danny’s name to the Heart or Lung Associations.
Rolland Gene Watson, 78 Former police officer Feb. 4, 1943 – May 2, 2021
Rolland Gene Watson of Broken Arrow, Okla. passed away May 2, 2021 at Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, Okla. He was born Feb. 4, 1943 in Wabash to the late Robert C. Watson and Ida May (Kiefaber) Watson. Rolland graduated from Wabash High School in 1962 and attended the Phoenix, Ariz. Police Academy in 1964. In 1969, he attended the Fort Wayne Police Academy after moving back to Indiana. The past several years, he has owned his own business, Aspen Security and Investigations. He served over 40 years in law enforcement, emergency management, security and investigations. Currently, he was a member of Kingdom Life Community Church, Okla., International Association of Chiefs of Police, the 10th Armored Division Association in which his father served in World War II, and the Oklahoma Sheriff ’s Association. He is survived by a sister Judith Ann (Dale) Owen of Gas City and their children Shanna and Alanna; a brother Larry James (Sue) Watson of Wabash and their children, Larry II and Lisa; a daughter Tracy Annette (Homer) Penix of Wabash and their children Nicholas and Kevin; a son Todd Alan (Julie) Watson of Greenfield and their children, Hannah and Hailey. Rolland’s body will be laid to rest at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Marion. A private family ceremony will be held at the gravesite.
Dorlan Wagner, 98 Lifelong farmer Feb. 7, 1923 – March 21, 2021 Dorlan Wagner, 98, North Manchester died March 21, 2021. He was born Feb. 7, 1923. A graveside service will be Saturday, May 15 at 11 a.m. at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Arrangements by McKee Mortuary.
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Wabash Police Department Citations May 1 Gary L. French, 69, Roann, cited for driving while suspended. May 2 Carmen A. Higdon, 19, Wabash cited for operating an unregistered vehicle. Mary R. Meyer, 20, Peru, cited for speed. May 3 Earl P. Powell, 22, Detroit, Mich., cited for operating while never licensed. Amber M. Gibbs, 40, Van Buren, cited for disregarding a worksite.
May 5 Eric Sargent, 54, Wabash cited for expired registration. Rod A. Luttrell, 42, Wabash cited for driving while suspended and no financial responsibility, and operating without MC endorsement. May 6 Sherman L. Barker, 29, Wabash cited for driving while suspended. May 7 Cavin R. Beavers, 21, Somerset cited for driving while suspended. Bookings May 2
Sean C. Murray, charged with driving while suspended, possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia. Quentin S. Welker, 18, Indianapolis, charged with possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia. Elijah L. Claeys, 18, Indianapolis, charged with possession of marijuana. Jacob C. Hayes, 18, Carmel, charged with possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia. May 5
Timothy A. Reicherbaugh, 32, Wabash charged with failure to appear on charge of driving while suspended. May 7 Justin R. Springer, 33, Peru charged with theft. Emilee J. Bentley, 25, Peru charged with theft. Ralph L. Nugent, 39, Peru charged with possession of marijuana and driving while suspended. Accidents May 6 At 1:47 p.m., a vehicle driven by Taylor A. Kelley, 21, Wabash
collided with a vehicle driven by Andrew S. Dixon, 31, Fort Wayne on Wabash Street near Canal Street. May 7 At 11:58 a.m., a vehicle driven by Caroline E. Poinsatte, 24, Fort Wayne collided with a vehicle driven by Paul E. Roth, 73, Wabash on Canal Street near Miami Street. At 3:43 p.m., a vehicle driven by Nicole L. Holmes, 40, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by June K. Johnson, 75, Continued on Page 10
We would like to thank everyone for their love and kindness during our time of grief. The staff at Grandstaff Hentgen, particularly Chad Maple, help ease the pain of our loss through their incredible compassion and attention to detail. Pastor Tim Webb did a beautiful heartfelt memorial service. Music was provided by Debbie and Zack Smith and Mary Webb. Elwood loved singing in the church choir, also singing with Mary and Tim. The ladies of Wabash Freewill Baptist Church provided a wonderful, delicious meal. The outpouring of meals, cards, visitors, gifts and donations to ARC of Wabash, were such a blessing. We continue to mourn Elwood, as he was a pillar of our family, but know you will keep his memory alive through shared stories and beloved encounters with such a precious man.
With all our love and gratitude. The family of Richard Elwood McCarty
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Alan “Pete” Stellar Sr., 67
Bill Dillon, 59
Enjoyed his garden
Former volunteer fire fighter
March 19, 1954 – May 8, 2021
Sept. 16, 1961 – May 6, 2021
Alan E. “Pete” Stellar Sr., 67, North Manchester, passed away May 8, 2021 at Parkview Wabash Hospital, Wabash. Born in Huntington, on March 19, 1954 Pete was the son of the late Sharon F. and Betty R. (Burkhart) Stellar. After graduating from Manchester High School in 1972, Pete began working at Thermafiber/Owens Corning, Wabash. During his professional career, Pete hardly missed a day of work during his forty-seven years of service, later retiring in March of 2019. It was the only job that Pete ever knew, and he worked third shift the entire time. In the mornings, Pete came home and, in the spring and summer, tended to his vegetable garden. When it was time to pick the green beans and tomatoes, Pete canned and stored them for his family. He was never in a hurry to get the job done and instead took his time to make sure it was done right. He applied this philosophy to all aspects of his life. On Aug. 26, 1972 Pete married Dianne Lynne West. During their nearly thirty-four years together, no one ever met a harder working couple. They made sure their children were always taken care of and never needed anything. On July 4, 2006 Pete sadly lost the love of his life, Dianne. He loved being with his family, from having Sunday cookouts to watching the Green Bay Packers. Pete relished in his time at home with family and cooking pizza, chicken, and vegetables from his garden. He also spoiled Chico, his Chihuahua, making special trips to town to get him ice cream or Mr. Dave’s hamburgers. Additionally, he was a fan of and enjoyed watching Notre Dame football and Indiana University Basketball. Pete very rarely ventured from home, but when he did, it was to play cards with his best friend, Ralph Bradley. The two had an uncanny ability to win at Euchre without ever cheating. Pete also had a passion for cars, especially his Dodge Dart and Chevelle. The loving memory of Alan E. “Pete” Stellar Sr. will be forever cherished by his son, Alan E. “Pete” Stellar Jr., North Manchester; daughter, Sharon (Corey) Graham, Warsaw; brothers, William “Bill” (Sandy) Stellar, North Manchester and Donald (Mary) Stellar, Wabash; brotherin-law, Jackie North, North Manchester; five grandchildren, who he loved dearly; and best friend, Ralph Bradley. Pete was preceded in death by his parents, Sharon F. and Betty R. Stellar; wife, Dianne Lynne Stellar; and three sisters, Karen and Sharon Stellar, who passed away in 1949 and Judy Ann North, who passed away in 2015. Calling was Wednesday, May 12, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Funeral services will begin on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 12 noon with calling beginning at 11 a.m. at McKee Mortuary. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate and burial will be at Clear Creek Cemetery, 4028 West 750 North, Huntington. For those who wish to honor the memory of Alan E. “Pete” Stellar, memorial contributions may be made to the Wabash County Cancer Society, P.O. Box 144, North Manchester, Indiana 46962. The family of Alan E. “Pete” Stellar has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.
National Police Week approaches Wabash Police officials would like to remind all citizens National Police Week is May 9-15. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day. According to recent statistics, in the
United States there were 264 police officers killed in the line of duty in 2020. It’s sad to say that staggering number is up from 131 in 2019, said Capt. Matt Benson, WPD Public Information Officer. National Police Week is a way to
honor the fallen and show support for law enforcement officers who risk their lives daily to protect the citizens they serve. The Wabash City Police would like to thank the citizens of Wabash for the continued support.
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Bill Eugene Dillon, 59, of Lagro, died 11:42 p.m., Thursday, May 6, 2021, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. He was born on Sept. 16, 1961, in Wabash, to Robert and Loretta (Hunt) Dillon. Bill married Cathy McCarty in Wabash on June 8, 2014. He was a truck driver for E&B Paving several years, and a volunteer fire fighter for Lagro Township Fire Department. Bill was a member of the Wabash Eagles Lodge #549, Lagro American Legion Post 248, and the Legion Riders. He was a little league coach in Lagro for 10 years and enjoyed hunting, riding motorcycles, and tinkering on motorcycles. He is survived by his wife, Cathy Dillon of Lagro; four children, Natasha (Larry) Whitney of Wabash, Douglas Dillon of Mentone, Robert (Leigha Carey) Dillon of Wabash, and Christopher (Carrie) Arnett of Fort Mitchell, Ala.; five grandchildren, Olivia Dillon, Kensleigh Whitney, and Octavia Dillon, all of Wabash, Adalynn Arnett and Lincoln Arnett, both of Fort Mitchell; mother, Loretta Dillon of Wabash; nine sisters and brothers, Faye (John) Dunnagan of Peru, Ronald “Ronnie” (Dawn Wiist) Dillon of Lagro, Kim (Keith) Snyder of Urbana, Indiana, Jeff (Fern) Dillon of Silver Lake, Indiana, Kelly (Randy) Reahard of Lagro, Michele Dillon of Wabash, Lori (Dave) Harrell of LaFontaine, Brad (Emily) Dillon of Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., and Heather Daugherty of Wabash; and his longtime friend, Sam Norwood of Wabash. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert E. Dillon. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 14, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana, 6316 Mutual Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825. The memorial guest book for Bill may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Michael T. “Mikey” Booth Sr., 45 Loved being outdoors April 19, 1976 – April 28, 2021 Michael T. “Mikey” Booth Sr., 45, a lifetime resident of Wabash, passed away at 10 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at his residence. He was born on April 19, 1976 in Wabash to Paul E. and Sandra S. (McGinnis) Booth. Mikey worked for many years as an electrician for Pell’s Electric in Wabash. He was a lifetime member and honored wearer of the blue coat, for Fellowship Degree of Honor, of the Wabash Moose Lodge #1175, where he served many seats including governor and as a district secretary. He was also a former member of the Eagles Lodge in Wabash. Mikey loved being outdoors, listening to the old country classics and cookouts. He especially loved his family and his dog, Spike. Mikey is survived by his son, Michael T. Booth Jr., of Arlington, Texas; his mother, Sandra Booth, of Wabash; two brothers, Paul E. Booth Jr., of Kokomo, and William L. (Sandi) Booth, of Lagro; sisters, Beverly (Chuck) Boyll, of Wabash, and Lisa (Tim) Davis, of Andrews. He is preceded in death by his father, Paul. There will be a service, held at a later date, at the Wabash Moose Lodge #1195. McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash, has been entrusted with Mike Booth’s arrangements. Preferred memorials are to McDonald Funeral Homes to help offset funeral expenses. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.
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Phyllis Purdy, 83
Frederick Dean Reiken, 87
Former treasurer
Diehard Notre Dame fan
July 17, 1937 – March 29, 2021
Aug. 26, 1933 – Sept. 1, 1954
Phyllis Eileen Purdy, 83, North Manchester, passed away on March 29, 2021 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Auburndale, Fla. Born July 17, 1937 in North Manchester, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Calvin Irvin and Gertrude M. (Garrison) Burkhart. Three short years after graduating from Chester High School in 1955, Phyllis married Richard Purdy on June 8, 1958. In the early 1960s she began her professional career in the Manchester Community School System. She started as a Teachers Aid and eventually became the Treasurer of Manchester Community Schools. After many years of service, Phyllis retired in 1998. After retiring, she and Richard wintered in Winter Haven, Fla. For nearly sixty-three years Phyllis and Richard built a wonderful life and family together. Phyllis was a beautiful person inside and out. She had a special gift for empowering others, lifting the spirits of those around her. She was softspoken, thoughtful, selfless, and supportive to her family, friends, and others. Phyllis always saw the good in people. Even while enduring the challenges of a painful physical condition, she was light-hearted and had a smile on her face. When it came to Phyllis’s grandchildren, she and Richard never missed their sporting events, graduations, or other activities. To her children and grandchildren, she was the wonderful example of what a kind, caring, compassionate person should be. Phyllis lived her life as a faithful Christian. On Sundays, she and Richard could be found at Congregational Christian Church in North Manchester, where they both were members. Phyllis’s giggles and loving memories will be forever cherished by her husband, Richard Purdy, North Manchester; sons, David (Caryn) Purdy, Denver, N.C. and Michael (Jackie) Purdy, Miamisburg, Ohio; daughter, Pamela (Ron) Stopher, Fort Wayne; sister, Anita (William) Snep, North Manchester; grandchildren, Ryan (Melissa) Purdy, Shepherd, Susan (Eric Groh) Purdy, Indianapolis, Christa (Sam Carlberg) Purdy, Hudsonville, Mich., Marc Purdy, Cullowhee, N.C., Amanda (Ryan) Davis, Findley, Ohio, Laura Purdy, Miamisburg, Ohio, and Emily Stopher, Fort Wayne; greatgrandchildren, Violet Davis, Findley, Ohio, Garrett Davis, Findley, Ohio, and Clara Groh, Indianapolis. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, Calvin and Gertrude Burkhart. A celebration of Phyllis’s life will be held May 15, 2021 at 2 p.m. with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at Congregational Christian Church, North Manchester. Pastor Sebrena Cline and Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate. Burial will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. For those who wish to honor the memory of Phyllis Eileen Purdy, memorial contributions may be made to the Congregational Christian Church, North Manchester or Scleroderma Foundation. The family of Phyllis Eileen Purdy has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.
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Wabash on Cass Street near Stitt Street. May 8 At 10:39 a.m., a vehicle driven by Marie H. Willoughby, 85, North Manchester collided with a parked car at 275 West Market Street. May 10 At 1:01 a.m., a vehicle driven by Julie A. Shaw, 53, Wabash collided with a parked car on Allen Street near Ohio Street. Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents May 2 At 7:23 p.m., a vehicle driven by Richard G. Pratt, 61, Huntington collided
with a vehicle driven by Darl W. Kratzer, 94, Warren on State Road 218 near County Road 700 East. May 3 At 7:29 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ryan E. Brown, Wabash collided with a guardrail on Old State Road 15 near County Road 350 South. May 5 At 1:11 p.m., a vehicle driven by Nicholas H. Thomas, 26, Columbia City collided with an object in the road on State Road 13 near County Road 400 North. North Manchester Citations May 5 Mindi A. Baker, 34, Huntington, cited for
speed. Arrests May 2 Michael P. Eldridge, 29, North Manchester arrested on warrant for disorderly conduct and battery. Accidents Fire May 1 12:57 p.m., 400 block of West 7th Street for medical assist. May 2 7:25 a.m., 300 block of East Hickory Lane for medical assist. May 3 3:32 a.m., 1200 block of North Wayne Street for medical assist. 1:59 p.m., 1200 block of State Road 114 West for medical assist.
Frederick Dean Reiken, 87, of Traverse City, Mich. and formerly of Wabash, passed away May 2, 2021 at the Grand Traverse Pavilions. Fred was born on Aug. 26, 1933 in Ijamsville to the late Frederick and Della (Forst) Reiken. On Sept. 1, 1954, Fred married Dorthy F. Unger in Wabash. Fred was employed as a lab technician for 27 years with the Container Corp. of America. He attended St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash and was a member of the Jaycees and Knights of Columbus. In Traverse City, he attended Christ the King Catholic Church. Fred was a diehard Notre Dame fan (Go Irish!) and a lifelong euchre player. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, and, in his early years, boxing. He made the best Margaritas and always had a pitcher ready when family and friends showed up. Fred will be remembered for his devotion to his family. He was a loving dad and a wonderful, caring grandpa and uncle. His mischievous sense of humor will be greatly missed. He always had the perfect timing and delivery of jokes. Quite simply, he was a joy to be around. Fred was preceded in death by his parents and sister Evelyn Weaver. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Dorthy; their children Kimberley (Ramon) LeDoux, Cinda (Kevin) Hipskind, Christopher (Barbara) Reiken, and Martin (Barb White); grandchildren Andrea (John) Miller, Austin (Erika) Reiken, and Mary (Fiance Robert Morrissey); and great grandchildren Ava, Elaina, Philip, and Lily; and his beloved cat whom he affectionately called Jimmy John. The Memorial Mass was on Friday, May 7, 2021 at Christ The King. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association (Alzheimer’s Foundation of America) or to the Father Fred Foundation (https://www.fatherfred.org/). Please visit www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com to share your memories and condolences with the family.
Kenneth “Ken” Bucher, 65 Avid golfer Sept. 17, 1955 – May 4, 2021
Kenneth Eugene “Ken” Bucher, 65, of Warsaw, died at 4:25 p.m., Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at his home. He was born on Sept. 17, 1955, in Wabash to Eugene F. and Elizabeth C. (Bouse) Bucher. Ken was a 1973 graduate of Wabash High School and received his Associate’s degree in accounting from the International Business College in Fort Wayne. He married Charlyn Ann (Faurote) Wertenberger on Aug. 13, 1988; she died Sept. 7, 2017. He then married Gayle Manby on July 27, 2018. Ken was the former owner and C.E.O. of Warsaw Chemical for 41 years, and also owned the Power Kleen Car Wash in Wabash. He was a member of the Lake Tippecanoe Country Club, and the PGA Village Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Ken was an avid golfer, loved cars, especially classic cars and Corvettes, sports, fishing, and was an avid Wabash High School, Purdue University and Chicago Bears fan. He grew up in Wabash, lived the past 40 years in Warsaw, and wintered in Port St. Lucie. He is survived by his wife, Gayle Manby-Bucher of Warsaw; two children, Donnie (LaWanda) Wertenberger of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Deana Wertenberger of Columbia City; two grandchildren, Trevor (Catherine) Austin of Oklahoma City, and Alexis Cox of Silver Lake; four greatgrandchildren; brothers and sister, Larry (Chris) Bucher and David (Kristy) Bucher, both of Warsaw, Jane (Tim) Denney and Ted (Tuesday) Bucher, both of Wabash. He was also preceded in death by his parents; and his grandson Lane Collier. Graveside services and burial were Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at Falls Cemetery, Wabash, with David Phillips officiating. Calling was Monday, May 10, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Preferred memorials are Alzheimers Association or American Cancer Society. The memorial guest book for Ken may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Madelynne “Lynne” Wilcox, 71 Enjoyed life May 16, 1949 – May 5, 2021 Madelynne “Lynne” Wilcox, 71, Roanoke, passed away May 5, 2021 at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. The daughter of the late James and Francis (Hayes) Wilcox, Lynne was born on May 16, 1949 in Glendale Heights, Illi. Growing up in the Catholic Church, Lynne always had a deeply spiritual side. Even in her later years, she found comfort in the knowledge that after life there is something more. After graduating from Glenbard North High School in 1967, Lynne went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree. For many years she worked in the Telecommunications industry, where she managed properties that cell phone towers sat on for Nextel/Sprint. In 1980 Lynne met her best friend, Sandy Jones. The two created a loving relationship and were life partners for thirty-five years before Sandy passed away in 2015. During their time together they lived in Glendale Heights, Ill., and in Georgia, where they were loving mothers to their dogs. After Sandy’s passing, Lynne moved to Indiana. She was a woman who enjoyed life, was at times cantankerous, and had a great sense of humor. The loving memory of Madelynne “Lynne” Wilcox will be forever cherished by her sister, Patti (Bob) Seidel, Chicago, Ill.; nephews, Jim (Heather) Wilcox, Roanoke, Brian (Amanda) Wilcox, Berrien Springs, Mich., Mathew (Melissa) DiMarzio, Pingree Grove, Ill., and Mike DiMarzio, Loves Park, Ill.. Lynne was preceded in death by her parents; life partner, Sandy Jones; brother, James Wilcox Jr.; and sister, Jan VanMeter. Private services for Madelynne “Lynne” Wilcox will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, for those wishing to honor the memory of Lynne Wilcox, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105. The family of Madelynne “Lynne” Wilcox has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.
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Emmys razors and razor blades, to get involved and when the school came up two scholarships short, Gillette covered it and presented two $25,000 scholarships live on Strahan’s GMA show. Also partnering on the documentary were SMAC Entertainment and Valleyview Media. What is he up to now? “I created a hit Japanese game show in Tokyo called “9 Windows” just before the pandemic, and I’m now bringing that to the US. I’m also working on a followup to “The Cost of Winning.” Ferry, who has traveled to Japan, Singapore and England, and frequently produces
...continued from Page 1 shows in all three countries, still remembers and cherishes his days in Wabash. “Wabash is an amazing community to grow up in. From sixth grade through high school the teachers allowed me to do videos instead of papers,” he recalls. “Lori Overmyer, my journalism teacher, allowed me to do a weekly TV show rather than work on the school newspaper. She even created a TV class.” Wondering about Ferry’s sports background? He played four years of basketball at WHS for head coach Mike Noszka. Missing the changes of seasons living in California,
Ferry returns to Wabash two or three times a year to experience “Fall in Indiana” and attend Christmas Eve services with his family at Trinity Lutheran Church. This year’s Sports Emmys will be livestreamed at Watch.TheEmmys. TV beginning at 8 p.m. EDT. Mike has been advised that if “The Cost of Winning” wins, the program will cut to him “live” to accept the award. The live-stream is available on the web at Watch.TheEmmys.TV and via The Emmy apps for iOS, tvOS, Android, FireTV and Roku (full list at apps.theemmys.tv).
Ellis joins Wabash Marketplace Inc. staff Officials at Wabash Marketplace have named Morgan Ellis its Public Relations & Marketing Manager, beginning full-time on Wednesday, May 19. Ellis will leave The Honeywell Foundation, where she was the PR & Marketing Coordinator since July 2019. “Our work at Wabash Marketplace has changed over the years. Downtown revitalization now includes social media, online pres-
ence and public relations. Morgan will grow our reach in the digital era, while the organization continues to focus on historic preservation, community events and downtown ambience,” Wabash Marketplace Executive Director Andrea Zwiebel said. Ellis graduated from the University of Indianapolis in May 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication and emphases in Journalism and
Public Relations. “As a growing Wabash County resident, I am beyond thrilled to be working alongside Andrea of Wabash Marketplace,” Ellis said. “I have a passion for small businesses and thriving communities and Wabash contains both. For me, there’s nothing more exciting than being involved with my community so this position with Wabash Marketplace is going to be so exciting.”
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Tickets for art tour now available
Parkview Wabash now offering Medical Detox
Visit Wabash County officials are excited to announce that tickets for the Art Studio Trolley No.85 Tour may be purchaed beginning May 11. Participants will have the chance to explore the studios of Sue Scamihorn and Susan Stewart and create take-home crafts along the way. The tour will take place on Saturday, June 12, from 9 a.m.to noon, is $30 per person, and will begin at the Visit Wabash County Welcome Center in downtown Wabash. The two art experiences include: Sue Scamihorn’s studio to create with clay: Tour Sue’s studio while her husband Mike demos the pottery wheel. You’ll get the opportunity to make a clay plant stake to keep as well as experience throwing clay on a mini pottery wheel. Susan Stewart’s studio for glass firing: Susan will give you a tour of her glass art studio where you will experience the firing process. Have fun making a glass suncatcher to take home and enjoy. Visit Wabash County has also partnered with Modoc’s Market to provide locally roasted coffee during the tour, as well as one of our favorite local chefs, Bailey Sewell from Bailey’s Pizza Parlor, who will be offering homemade turnovers and quiche. Visit Wabash County’s Tourism Manager and your tour guide, Jennifer Long-Dillon, will be creating a specialty cocktail for you to enjoy at the second art studio. Tickets for the Art Studio Trolley No.85 Tour are $30 per person and are all inclusive. To purchase tickets online, visit our website at www.visitwabashcounty.com/trolleytours. You may also stop in the Welcome Center at 221 S. Miami St. Wabash, IN, or call 260-5637171. Payment is due upon registration.
Quitting an addiction to drugs or alcohol is a challenging process that can be stressful for the body. To help individuals through the early physical symptoms of withdrawal, Parkview Wabash Hospital now offers Medical Detox service. Medical Detox is a voluntary, short-term, inpatient service providing medical monitoring for potential health risks during withdrawal. It is available to adults age 18 and older who are motivated to end their dependence on alcohol, opioids or other addictive substances, but need medical supervision. “Withdrawal can be difficult and uncomfortable, and it can be even more complex if someone has a serious health condition, or is at risk for developing one,” said Marilyn CusterMitchell, president, Parkview Wabash Hospital. “Our Medical Detox service provides a safe environment for withdrawal under the supervision of our trained nursing professionals. The individual is admitted to our general medical unit for a short stay, during which the nurses monitor symptoms and manage discomfort while respecting that person’s needs as an individual.” During the stay, inpatient nurses also educate the individual about the withdrawal process. Individuals may self-refer for Medical Detox or be referred by a physician, another healthcare provider, or a community service provider. Admission for the service is by appointment only, Monday through Friday. The on-site coordinator assists with admission and discharge to the next level of support services, which could include any combination of inpatient rehab, outpatient therapy, and medicationassisted treatment (MAT), depending on need. For information, call Parkview Wabash’s Medical Detox coordinator at 260-569-2155. The Parkview Wabash Hospital campus is located just south of U.S. 24 in Wabash, between North Wabash Street and Alber Street. Per Parkview Health policy, masks and social distancing are required.
Day of Prayer: A crowd gathered during the lunch hour on Thursday for the annual National Day of Prayer service. The group celebrated God's word and broke into prayer groups as area pastors led prayers for family, the church, the work place, education, the military, the government, arts and entertainment and the media. A similar service took place in North Manchester. Photos by Joseph Slacian
MSD launches new website Officials at MSD of Wabash County have unveiled a new website, which serves as a central component to the district’s goal of offering high-level community communication. The website features a new domain for the district, which can now be found at msdwc.org. Each of MSDWC’s six schools also have a new site with a new domain, along with WabashMiami Area Program. “2020 was my first year as an MSDWC employee, and I quickly realized that our district would benefit from a new communi-
cation tool,” said Laura Langebartels, Director of Communication & C o m m u n i t y Engagement. “I was discovering many fantastic areas of our schools, but we needed a way to easily tell the world about them. A brand-new website was a pivotal step towards that solution.” The new website features fresh content that aims to be a virtual introduction to those unfamiliar with the schools or district, as well as a reliable and relevant source of information for fami-
lies currently enrolled. Features include customizable calendars, detailed enrollment instructions, personalized staff directories, and sections for news, updates and stories. “Along with being a staff member, next school year I will become a MSDWC parent as my son and daughter enter kindergarten,” continued Langebartels. “As a mother, I had many questions concerning my children’s upcoming elementary journey – How do I register? Where do I drop them off in the
morning? Who will be their teacher? Or even, why should I send them to this school? For me a big part of the website creation process was finding those answers for other parents and making them easily available online.” The launch of the website serves as a starting point with several future implementations already planned. MSD of Wabash County looks forward to continued community connection through in-person education and virtual communication.
Four County names new COO Andrew Hartley is the new Chief Operations Officer for Four County. Hartley brings with him over 16 years of leadership experience. Most recently as the superintendent of Plymouth Community School Corporation, the largest school corporation in Marshall County. “Andy’s broad leadership experience and dedication to
technology, data-driven decision- making, and fiscal stewardship will be a great asset to Four County,” said Carrie Cadwell, CEO Four County. Hartley had this to say about joining Four County, “Four County is an organization with a clear focus on having a positive impact in the lives of the people and the communities it serves.”
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MU to honor Ford, Robinson at Commencement NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University will confer honorary degrees to two recipients at Commencement this year on Saturday, May 22. Steve Ford will receive an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree. He will address undergraduates during exercises at 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. in Cordier on the North Manchester campus. A lifelong resident of Wabash, Ford graduated from Wabash High School before earning a degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University. After graduate studies at the University of Illinois, he returned to his hometown to work in the family business, Ford Meter Box Company Inc. As a leading manufacturer of products for the waterworks industry, the company helps deliver clean water
critical to public health and economic development across North America and around the world. Ford worked at Ford Meter Box in the summers during college, learning from and alongside the company’s longtime employees. He worked his way up and, through the years, developed experience in information technology, finance and accounting, sales, purchasing and engineering before becoming president and chief executive officer in 2006. As the leader of Wabash’s largest employer, Ford embraces his responsibility as a servant leader. The Ford Meter Box Foundation Inc. is the company’s philanthropic arm, and it supports arts and culture, education, health, youth development and community development. Ford is passionate about the importance of educa-
tion at every stage and served eight years on the Manchester University Board of Trustees. Ford’s long list of involvements include the Honeywell Foundation Board, Community Foundation of Wabash County, the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership, the Wabash Area Chamber of Commerce, ARC of Wabash County and the Wabash County United Fund. Wendy Robinson will be honored at the graduate and professional commencement exercises at 9 a.m. in Cordier. Robinson, superintendent of Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) from 2003 until her retirement in 2020, is a champion of public education and nationally recognized for her expertise in urban education. In 2018, she was named Indiana
Benysh receives scholarship from Hunter Estate & Elder Law Maya Benysh, Wabash High School alumni and current Indiana University student, has earned a $500 scholarship from Hunter Estate & Elder Law that will aid in her tuition and book fees this fall when she returns to college to study law and public policy. In her Time Flies Scholarship application, Benysh shared that she would spend an entire year living in the past. “I see 1902 as a turning point in American history,” she wrote. “Many businesses had gone unregulated for so long and President Theodore Roosevelt passed a plethora of fascinating legislation in an attempt to control these unprecedented circumstances, also known as “trust-busting”. Investigative journalism, known as “muckraking”, also found its place in this time period and as a professional niche it has only grown since.” The guidance department at Wabash High School made Benysh aware of the scholarship
Maya Benysh shows off tificate. Photo provided and encouraged her to apply. Following her receipt of the scholarship, Benysh had a message for hopeful 2021 scholarship applicants in Wabash County, “Earning scholarships will relieve so much stress in relation to your college expenses so make sure you take the time to not only submit many applications, but also put your best work into them.” Applications for the
her scholarship cer2022 Hunter Estate & Elder Law scholarship can be found at: www.hunterlawoffice.net/scholarship/. The deadline is March 31, 2022. Hunter Estate & Elder Law provides comprehensive services in the areas of estate planning, asset protection, estate wills and trusts, Medicaid planning, veteran’s benefits, long-term care planning, probate and trust administration, and probate avoid-
Superintendent of the Year and was a finalist for National Superintendent of the Year by the American Association of School Administrators. Robinson grew up in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She earned her bachelor’s degree from DePauw University, two master’s degrees from Indiana University-
Purdue University Fort Wayne, and her Doctor of Education in educational administration and supervision from Ball State University. Robinson was a member of the inaugural class of Broad Center Fellows, a program designed to prepare and challenge urban school leaders. She has received numerous awards,
including the National Alliance of Black School Educators 2009 Joseph E. Hill Superintendent of the Year Award. She is the former president of the Indiana Urban Superintendent’s Association and Learning Forward, a professional association devoted exclusively to those who
work in educator professional development. Robinson will receive a Doctor of Humanities and address remarks to the class. Because of COVID19, attendance is limited to students and their guests. Each ceremony will be livestreamed on MU’s Facebook page.
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There will be an Indiana Garden Tractor Pullers Association sanctioned pull on May 29 at the pull field. Weigh-in begins at Noon and the pull starts at 1 p.m. THE MEYER family celebrated five generations with a get together of eating, laughing, eating, listening to old stories, and eating. As you can see, there was a lot of eating! Phyllis Meyer, spunky 96-yearsyoung, lovingly known as Grams and Grandma GG, Steve Meyer (son), Lynda Wall (granddaughter), Jordan West (great-grandson), and of course, Waylen West (8 month old great-great-grandson). Thy also celebrated Caleigh Holmes birthday. It was great to get together with the family again. PASTOR BALMER of the Roann United Methodist Church service for May 16, 2021 will be from 1 John 3:16-20 titled “Love in Action”. We invite you to worship in person and on Facebook at 9 a.m. THE ROANN Covered Bridge Festival Committee would like to thank everyone for supporting the Roann Festival by coming to our Richvalley Tenderloin Meal on Saturday, May 1st. It was very successful
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Tractor Pull to happen in Roann on May 29 Ann Me Ann Meyer yer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net
and as others have found, it was less work for our volunteers and less clean up. However, we did miss the fellowship with our hometown friends. We started at 11 a.m. and ran out of tenderloins at 1:30 p.m. We apologize for those who came in a little later and did not get a tenderloin meal. We are thankful to Richvalley that they are willing to come and do our fundraiser. The Roann Covered Bridge Festival dates are September 9-11. Our theme is “Let Your Light Shine”. A comeback event this year will be a horse pull on Friday night, weather permitting. We will have a parade on Saturday at 2 p.m. Hoping for lots of vendors this year, and a full schedule of events. UPCOMING DATES: May 11 – Town Board Meeting, Town Hall, 7 p.m.; May 13 – Roann Heritage Group, 6:30 p.m.; May 19 – Food Pantry, Town Hall, 2-4 p.m.; May 20 – Happy
Homemakers at Noon; May 22 – “Clean Up” at the Mill; June 4 – Mill opening day; June 7 – Summer Lunch Program starts, 11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. at the Methodist Church. MARK YOUR Calendars for the July upcoming events: July 2 & 3 is Town-wide rummage sales; Breakfast in the Roann Covered Bridge, 7-10 a.m.; Antique tractor pull starting at Noon; Horse pull, 7:30 p.m.; Fireworks at dusk. Concessions will be available at the pull field by the Roann Lions Club. CONTINUE PRAYING for Becky Welsh, Sherry Hill, Kraig Barker, Don Richardson, Betty Boyer, Joni Fox, Nokie Vigar, Ellie Metzger, Coy Eads (grandson of Roger and Debbie Cook), and our country. Stay Safe and stay healthy. God bless you all! CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: May 12 – Mr. & Mrs. Bobby Lynn; May 15 – Mr. & Mrs. Clayton Chamberlain. CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: May 12 – Joe Powell; May 13 – McKenzie Baer; May 14 – Wesley Schult and Russell Krom; May 16 – Samantha Summers, Cason Myers, and Larry Kuhn; May 17 – Jerry Nelson, Hunter Early, Nick Lynn, and Evan Wood. PASTOR ROB
Mace talks about “Who is the Greatest”: Who is the greatest? There are many discussions about who is the greatest in various ways of life. We have the sports greatest like Michael Jordan, or Johnny Unitas, or Baby Ruth, or Joe Lewis. There is the discussion of the greatest presidents and we won’t go there in this article. Then there is the greatest entrepreneurs or humanities. And the discussion goes on and on with often people not changing their views. Many seek to be great or significant with the desire to be accepted and desired in this life. The disciples in Matthew 18 were asking the same question. Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? We have all had those thoughts and desires to be great in God’s eyes and maybe have even been in a discussion about what a super Christian looks like. Is it how much they pray, or read their bible, or even attend church? Maybe it is the things they don’t do like lying, gossip, murder, adultery and the list goes on. Jesus had an answer for them but what they heard was about to blow them away. They did not expect the answer they got and maybe it
Five generations of the Meyer family. Pictured, from left, areLynda Wall, Steve Meyer, Jordan West, Waylen West and Phyllis Meyer. Photo provided. stood them back a bit. But Jesus called a child and put him in the middle of the disciples. Jesus told them that unless you turn and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. From this passage, there are four actions that must happen to enter the kingdom of heaven. The first one is to turn. The bible says, “Repent and be baptized.” To repent is to turn. Turn to God from the evil and wickedness in this life. To turn is a literal action that brings about a change in directions and focus. Second, we must become like the little children. The bible tells us to be born again. A child that is born is dependent upon someone to care for their every need. As newly-born children of God, we are very dependent upon God and the work of the Father, Son, and
the Holy Spirit. Many turn from their sin but never are born again in the family of God. They become good people but not a child of God. Paul says that we must become made new in the attitude of our mind. If anyone is a new creation, that person is made new. We have a physical birth but also a spiritual birth. Thirdly, Jesus said that we are to humble ourselves as little children. To humble oneself is not to think less of themselves, but to think of being self-less. Humility is not about cutting oneself down, for that is pride. We are to put the interest of others first. If you want to be great in God’s kingdom, learn to be the servant of all. Also, we are not to compare ourselves with others for that is not wise. God has set the bench marks for us to grow into.
Then lastly, if we are to enter the kingdom of heaven, we must learn to love or receive one another and be kind, compassionate and forgiving as Jesus was. Our new birth renovates our sinful inner person and transforms us into the person who is most like Jesus. The lives of believers become ambassador for Jesus Christ and as Jesus stood for truth, so must we. Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? The one who turns into new birth and humbles themselves to love others. I CAN be reached by e-mail at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday 10am1pm. Also by phone 765-833-2614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10am to appear in the next weeks paper.
LaFontaine Lions to host Tenderloin Fry LaFontaine Lions will be having a drive through Hand Breaded Tenderloin Fry on Sat. May 15 from 4 -7 p.m. or until out at the LaFontaine Community Building. Menu is 2 tenderloins, chips, applesauce, and a cookie. Proceeds will be used for the LaFontaine Community Building. In advance LaFontaine Lions Thank You for supporting their fund raisers. All the proceeds from their fund raisers is always used for the community and support of the Community Building. VETRANS COFFEE AND SNACK Friday May 14 at 9 a.m. in the Lions Room at the LaFontaine Community Building.
Remember to not forget to order your brick to place at the Veterans Memorial at the LaFontaine Community Building before they stop selling the bricks. This is a wonderful way to remember the men and women who have served or serving our Great United States. All you need to do is call Jerry Wilson at
765-981-4928 and he will ask for information and where to send a check or money order. WHITE’S RFS is committed to helping redirect, rebuild and restore children, teens and families. Jessica Lacey, Director of Clinical Services, is part of our clinical team helping students work toward those goals through individual, family, and group therapy. “We have the opportunity to walk alongside youth and families at a critical time in their lives. They often come to us having participated in therapeutic services for some time and it is our challenge to make it a different experience than they
have previously had. They can be reluctant to share their story with yet another person. We meet them where they are, providing a safe, nonjudgmental setting and teach them how to communicate their needs in a healthy manner. We utilize evidence-based practices to help youth process traumatic situations and learn new skills to help them be successful when they leave.” And her favorite part of working with the students? “My favorite part of working with our students is being able to witness their growth and change throughout their time with us. Everyone’s path is different, but watching students grow
and be able to recognize their ability to elicit positive change in their lives is not something I take for granted.” LIZZY UPDATE: Her daughter Charli told her tonight…2 more sleeps and Mommy will be home!! She is beyond excited to see her Charli Lou. “Life” will begin on Thursday. The new life we will live begins and it will be the best time to adapt their lives to their “new normal”. She is ready to start the rest of their lives. Bring on all the new adventures. I want to Thank Everyone for their prayers for this family. Please keeping praying for this family. LAFONTAINE
RESIDENTS: Please register your golf cart at the Town Hall Mondays to Thursdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or Fridays 8 a.m. to noon. Bring a copy of your insurance card for the golf cart with your vehicle info and policy number. Cost is $25 and you will receive a sticker to put on the golf cart and a copy of the ordinance with rules and regulations. Be safe and have a Great Summer. MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Just want to share the exciting plans for Expo 10 on Nov. 6. It will be at The Learning Center, old school. Activities include vendor selling, tree auction, lunch, trolley rides to other venues, nativity
displays, activities for children in the afternoon at the library, and entertainment. New this year is the live Nativity pilgrimage to end the day. There will be a way to earn a beautiful souvenir of the day. Mark your calendar now. The committee is striving to make it a Hallmark Adventure in LaFontaine. Plan on a day in LaFontaine to shop and have fun!! LAFONTAINE CHAPTER ORDER of Eastern Star met for their May meeting. Donations were collected for the Animal Shelters in Wabash and Grant Counties. Officers for 2020-2021 were elected as follows: Continued on Page 20
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The cast of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” are (front row, from left) Clay Herring (crew member), Cage Dubois, Keaton Stout, Ethan Galbraith and Trevor Galbraith; Lyndsey Carter (second row, from left), Kaitlyn Holley, Trinity Shockome, Annie French, Addie France; Tori Graft (third row, from left), Emma Beall, Yzabelle Stangl. Photo provided.
Northfield drama students to perform this weekend Officials from the Northfield High School Theater Department have announced the performances of the spring musical “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown.” “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” is a musical comedy based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in his comic strip Peanuts. Cast members for the NHS spring musical are: Cage Dubois as Linus, Keaton Stout as Charlie Brown, Kaitlyn Holley as Sally, Ethan Galbraith as Schroeder, Addie France as Snoopy, Trinity
Schockome as Lucy, Trevor Galbraith as Woodstock, and Emma Beall and Tori Graft as Little Red Hair Girl. Ensemble members are Lyndsey Carter, Annie French, and Yzabelle Stangl. The show is directed by Lindsey Knee and Mandy Mahan. Performances will be Friday and Saturday, May 14 and 15 at 7 p.m. at the Northfield High School auditorium. Tickets will be available at the door for $5 for adults and $3 for students or younger.
Skateboarding evangelist to present exhibition IWU graduate also performs beatboxing By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com
Trevor Heyd – a beatboxing, skateboarding evangelist – will put on a demonstration and give testimony during a public event Friday, May 14, at the John Drook Skate Park on Carroll Street in Wabash. Heyd’s demonstration is sponsored by the Church of Christ at Treaty and The Access Youth Center. Activities, which includes free hot dogs, chips and soft drinks, will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. “He’s going to be coming in and giving a skate demonstration,”
according to Jacob Massey, Youth Minister at the Church of Christ at Treaty. “After that he’s going to do some beatboxing, like a show. After that he’s going to give a gospel message.” A graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University, Heyd is Outreach/Online Pastor at Encounter Church in Jackson, Mich. He also is involved with xStayTruex Ministries. He has shared the stage with such artists as Jeremy Camp, Derek Minor, Bianca, Lisa Luby Ryan, Beaver Fleming, Wake Schepman and more. The event is free and open to the public.
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Armed Forces Day will be celebrated May 15
Armed Forces Day will be celebrated May 15. President Truman led the effort to establish a holiday in order for citizens to unite and to honor our military heroes for their patriotic service in support of the United States of America. Although, originally, there were single day celebrations for the Army, Navy, and Air Force; this format changed on Aug. 21, 1949, when Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of Armed Forces Day. Stemming from the unification of the Armed Forces under the Department of Defense, the annual celebration now commemorates all six branches of the military. The Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, and the newly created Space Force are the armed forces of the United States. The Army National Guard and the Air National Guard are reserve components of their services and operate in part under state authority. “Today, and every day, we reaffirm our unwavering support for the millions of American patriots who fill the ranks of our Armed Forces. We are eternally grateful for every Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Marine, Coast Guardsman, and member of the Space Force, and we deeply appreciate the sacrifices their families and loved ones make on our behalf.” President Trump Proclamation on Armed Forces Day The first official Armed Forces Day took place on May 20, 1950, and was themed “Teamed for Defense.” In honor of the special day, B-36 Bombers flew over state capitals, a march was led by more than 10,000 veterans and troops in
Washington, D.C., and over 33,000 people participated in a New York City parade. In addition, the first Armed Forces Day also played an essential part in educating society and expanding public knowledge of the military and the role they play in the community. Therefore, it wasn’t only a means to honor those who serve or who have served in the military, but also a way to showcase its top of the line equipment and abilities used to protect those in our country. Many other countries also honor this victorious day. In 1961, John F. Kennedy declared Armed Forces Day a national holiday. It’s celebrated on the third Saturday of every May and is exhibited by exercises, parades, and receptions that highlight and honor our amazing military and all of its strength. An excerpt taken from an article written in the New York Post on May 17, 1952, sums up Armed Forces Day’s utmost importance, “It is our most earnest hope that those who are in positions of peril, that those who have made exceptional sacrifices, yes, and those who are afflicted with plain drudgery and boredom, may somehow know that we hold them in exceptional esteem. Perhaps if we are a little more conscious of our debt of honored affection they may be a little more aware of how much
we think of them.” “Our servicemen and women are serving throughout the world as guardians of peace–many of them away from their homes, their friends and their families. They are visible evidence of our determination to meet any threat to the peace with measured strength and high resolve. They are also evidence of a harsh but inescapable truth–that the survival of freedom requires great cost and commitment, and great personal sacrifice.” – President John F. Kennedy, 1963 On this day we honor all active duty service members. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Wear red, white and blue Attend an event in your area. Since Armed Forces Day is not a federal holiday, many military installations are available for public viewing Fly the American flag Thank a man or woman who serves or has served Talking with or writing to a military member Donate to veteran or military-based organizations Send care packages for those serving overseas Volunteer through the VA or a veterans service organization The importance of this day should always be evident. It is a day that our military members rightly deserve and it’s essential that we celebrate it accordingly. Unlike Veterans Day, which honors those who served, and unlike Memorial Day, which honors those who died serving, Armed Forces Day is a day to honor all of the men and women currently serving as well as those who have served, both active and former military. Lagro United
Methodist Church invites you to its Sunday morning services at 9:00 a.m. and Sunday school for all ages at 10:00 a.m. Youth group activities for students in the 4th through 12th grades are also offered. Those activities and times vary each month depending on the service project. For more information on youth programs, parents can email the church at LagroUMC@gmail.co m. Save The Date: The Lagro Alumni have announced that they will have their 105th meeting later this year on August 7, 2021. Be watching for updates on this reunion. Dora Christian Church, 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, welcomes you to worship service Sunday at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. The sermon theme for May 16 is “Being Strong” based on Ephesians 6:10-20. Pastor Mark Wisniewski invites you to worship with them. There is a Board Meeting scheduled for May 16, and the Men’s Group will meet Monday, May 17, at 6:30 p.m. The concept of truth is emphasized for May. God’s truth is the standard for our being true to Him. We cannot change His truth and still have the truth. If we want to be faithful to God, we must follow Him His way, and that is the truth! Save the Date Postcards will be sent soon for Dora Christian Church’s 150th anniversary (1871 – 2021). If you have addresses for past members or attendees please let Janene know by phone 260-906-6449 or email 1957cowgirl@gmail.co m. The Homecoming Celebration will be Sunday, September
Knights of Columbus inducted 8 new members St. Robert Bellarmine Council 16440 of the Knights of Columbus recently inducted 8 new members. The council, located in North Manchester is dedicated to serving both the parish community and the N. Manchester commu-
nity, especially widows, orphans and those in need. JONAH CLUB FISH FRY at the Congregational Christian Church on Friday, May 21 beginning at 4:30 until sold out. Drive Thru only – enter from Fourth Street. Cost is $10 for
fish only meal (6 pieces). Proceeds benefit church projects. The church is located at 310 N. Walnut Street. MANCHESTER SYMPHANY ORCHESTRA CONCERT: Conductor Debra Lynn will lead MSO as they present
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19. The Lagro Community Church invites you to Sunday School from 9 to 10 a.m. and worship service at 10 a.m. Aaron Turner will speak on May 16; Dan Snyder will deliver the message May 23. The Food Pantry is open the third Saturday, May 15, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the basement. Please enter through the back door of the church. The Food Pantry is for Wabash County residents. For further information on donating food or for assistance please call 260-5714639. MSD of Wabash County and Northfield High School have new websites. MSD’s website is www.msdwc.org and Northfield’s is https://northfield.ms dwc.org. Features now include synced school and athletic calendars, enrollment information, news updates, staff profiles, and much more. Upcoming events for Northfield High School: May 11 – High School Awards program, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. and Senior
Scholarship Awards in the auditorium. May 12 to May 14 – 8th and 9th Grades go to Washington, D.C. Safe travels! May 14 and May 15 – Spring Concert in the auditorium May 18, 9:00-10:00 a.m. – Junior High Awards program The Norse Honor students of the week are Destynee and Isaac. Destynee was caught by Mrs. LeMaster in Biology for using her cell phone to do school work instead of social media. Isaac was caught by Mrs. McKillip for helping with carrying books to the library when the class needed to be moved. Congratulations! Congratulations to Northfield students Ethan Galbraith, Clay Herring, Ben Kissel, Keaton Stout, and Heath Tackett. They took 2nd and 3rd at the 2021 INnovate Wabash County pitch competition!! We are immensely proud of the excellent, creative, and professional business models our students have created and are actively implementing.
At this time, MSD of Wabash County is planning to once again host graduation ceremonies for Northfield and Southwood graduates in their school’s gymnasium without limiting the number of guests they may invite. Northfield’s Graduation Ceremony will take place on Sunday, June 6, beginning at 5 p.m. Masks should be worn when walking in and out of the ceremony but may be removed once seated. Family groups will also be asked to sit together and social distance to the extent possible. All commencement ceremony plans are pending changes to COVID-19 restrictions. We look forward to celebrating our 2021 graduates together. Lagro Happy Birthdays: May 17 – Olman Sanchez; May 19 – Tanner Chapman. If you want your birthday or anniversary listed, please contact me at my email address listed above, or my cell phone 260-571-2577. Also, we would like to publicize your community happenings.
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LaFontaine news Worthy MatronJean Sneed, Worthy Patron-Jim Weaver, Associate MatronSandra Weaver, Secretary-Roberta Ancil, Treasurer-Beth Weaver, ConductressKaye Sorrell and Associate Conductress-Linda Harris. The 18th District Association meeting is May 20 and Send Off for Grand Ester June 5 both at Royal Center. The next chapter meeting will be June 7 at 7 p.m. The Past Matrons will meet for lunch on June 8 at 11 a.m. at the Hostess House in Marion. Members were encouraged to attend the Grand Chapter Session to be held June 11-12 at Noblesville. Refreshments were provided by Lori and Mike Brane.
SOUTHWOOD/JR /SR HIGH SCHOOL send Congratulations to SHS boys track team for bringing home the Titan Relays trophy! The girls also did well and placed third! Great job, Knights! WHITE’S RFS It’s National Foster Care Day! May 5! Our Columbus Family Services team invites you to join us in bringing awareness to foster care and advocating for foster youth across our state! One of the ways you can help is by becoming a foster parent. If you’d like more information, visit our website today! https://whiteskids.or g/family-service/foster-care WRITTEN IN 1957 AND TRUER THAN EVER
...continued from Page 15 TODAY. “When you see that in order to produce, you need to obtain permission from men who produce nothing-When you see that money is flowing to those who deal, not in goods, but in favors-When you see that men get richer by graft and by pull than by work, and your laws don’t protect you against them, but protect them against youWhen you see corruptions being rewarded and honesty becoming a self-sacrificeYou may know that your society is doomed.” Ayn Rand, Atlas Shrugged, 1957 GOOD READ: A man went to the Great Lakes Military Cemetery. He took some pictures while reflecting on what’s going on in our country today. Then he
wrote this simple poem? I don’t see any color here, The headstones look the same, No black no brown no white skin tone, There’s no one here to blame. These soldier’s bought and died for you, Their color you can’t see, Your rights are still protected, Here’s the place to take a knee. WABASH CHAPTER IZAAK WALTON: Upcoming Events; Cross Shoots: Shotgun and open sight 22, shells furnished, cost $3 per shoot. All shoots start at 10:00 a.m. Everyone welcome, youth encouraged. May 16 & 23 SPRING CLEAN UP DAYS AT THE ARK CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES MAY 12 – 26, 2021 This year, instead of one
specific clean-up day, we are opening the property for two weeks and inviting churches to schedule a time to bring a small group to help us get buildings and grounds ready for summer camp sessions. All supplies needed will be provided. Please call Linda at 765-395-3638 to schedule a time for your group to come. Thank you in advance for helping us get ready to welcome campers and staff this summer. 3522 N. 1000 W 27 Converse IN 46919 www.thearkcm.org QUOTE OF THE DAY FROM BEN CARSON: “If someone asks about your educational background, proclaim boldly that: Church is my college. Heaven is my university. Father
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not to attend in person. To purchase tickets on line or find information on the livestream please visit our website: manchestersymphonyorchestra.com. $15 general admission; free for 18 and under; MU students, faculty and staff. Masks are required and social distance seating will be implemented. ANNUAL GOLF OUTING, MAY 21: The Manchester Alive 28th Annual Golf Outing will be held on Friday, May 21 at the Sycamore Golf Course. Lunch will be served in the Club House at 11:30 a.m. and Tee-Off time is 12:30 p.m. An afternoon of friends, fun and food is planned for all who attend so grab your foursome and register today! Contact the Manchester Alive office at 260-982-7466 for more information. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT AT WARVEL PARK: HomeTown Church invites the
community to join them for family movies on Friday, May 21. Movies will be shown on a 24’ screen so all can see! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the fun! FARMER’S MARKET NOW OPEN: The North Manchester Farmers Market is now open on Saturday morning from 8 am to Noon. The market will be located at Ogan’s Landing on Soouth Mill Street, down the street from the covered bridge. Parking will be in the gravel lot with Handicap parking
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God is my counselor. Jesus is my principal. Holy Spirit is my teacher. Angels are my Classmates. Bible is my textbook. Temptations are my exams. Overcoming Satan is my hobby. Winning souls for God is my assignment. Receiving eternity is my degree. Praise and Worship are my slogan. If you are a child of God bless you!” GOOD MESSAGE: “You, Me, or Nobody is goanna hit as hard as life. But it ain’t about how hard ya hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done.” Rocky HAPPY BIRTHDAY Tammy Ellet, Charles Kelley, May
13, Connie Cook May 15, Luke Kirk, Janice Zeller, Victoria Sherman, Miranda Nose May 16, Noel Huston, Joyce Summers May 17, Janet Finch, Meredith Frymier, Makenna Dawes, May 18, Mo Lloyd, Sierra Witt, Karson Baldwin, Zach Brane May 19, Melissa Kuester, Barbara Kain, Dan Guenin, Izaak Wright May 20 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Curt and Kathy Hullinger May 13, Rick and Amanda Eviston May 18, Chris and Penny finch May 20 SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.com or 2258E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940
...continued from Page 15 beside the market (watch for signs). Please try not to socially linger with your neighbors. All vendors will be wearing masks & have sanitizing products to clean their hands & tables. We suggest that customers wear masks as well, but it will not be required. No customer will be allowed to handle the product until it has been purchased. FOC THRIFT STORE: Hours are Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Guidelines will be in place for the safety of visitors and staff. Please wear masks and maintain social distancing guidelines. Use back door for all donations. No public restroom will be available. The Thrift Store is located
at 410 N. Market St., North Manchester. THURSDAY’S CHILD located at 410 North Market St., next door to The Thrift Shop, serves the youngest among us. Thursday’s Child has tons of lovely clothing sizes infant through 4T and some 5T. They also have diapers, wipes, blankets, shoes, etc. Everything is FREE. There is a cozy nook with kid-size chairs and stocked with age appropriate books donated by the Manchester Public Library and others. Children may choose a book to keep. Thursday’s Child is open on Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m. FOC FOOD PANTRY is open from 2-5 p.m. on Thursdays. The Food Pantry is located at 500 N. Front Street, N. Manchester. NORTH MAN-
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UNITS AVAILABLE NOW Pet friendly with proper paperwork!
Jamestown Apartments 1 208 W 1208 W.. Fourth Street, Apt. A North Manchester, IN 46962 C all 260-982-7643 Call
Hearing Impaired Only Call TYY 711 Rental Assistance may be available for those who qualify Rent Includes: Water, Sewer and Weekly Trash Removal. On-Site Laundry Available “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”
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Urbana Yoke Parish Church sponsored a blood drive for the American Red Cross on May 5. The drive was successful collecting 26 units of blood. The church would like to thank the American Red Cross nurses, those that donated blood, the ones who worked the drive and the Urbana Lions for the use of the building. It was a great day for fulfilling a huge need. FISH FRY: The Urbana Lions are going to sponsor the fish fry on May 15 at the community building. This is carry-out only starting at 4pm and will continue till 7pm or until the fish is sold out. The meal is $10 and will buy you fish, tartar sauce,
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green beans, applesauce and a bag of chips. Here is how to get your meal. You are to come down the alley from the North so your Driver side window faces the building. Stop at the first window, pay the sum of $10.00 for a meal, receive your ticket, then proceed to the next window, present you ticket and receive your meal. There will be
signs posted for you to follow. If you have purchased a presale ticket just present it at the first window, move to the second window and receive your meal. Come and support the Urbana Lions. Lion Motto: We Serve. CONDOLENCES TO Charles Reahard’s family from Urbana neighbors and friends. PRAYER CONCERNS: Scott Wilcox, Alma Devore, Lowell and Marilyn Karns, Tonya Brunett, Gene and Julie Miller, Debbie Gilbert, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Terry Knee, Paxton Wright, Ava Gibson, Jan Fitch, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and
sisters, Joni Fox. Our nation and the leaders, our military personnel, our frontline responders, health providers, the ones who have contracted COVID-19 and the people who are trying to eradicate the virus. BIRTHDAY WISHES: May 13 McKenzie Baer, May 15 Rick Monce, May 17 Kitty Baer, May 17 Jennifer Price, May 18 Judy Eltzroth, May 18 Reece Fitch, May 18 Taylor Fitch and May 19 Ryan Haupert. Anniversary: May 20 Travis and Allison Chamberlain. URBANA BALL PARK is available for use. The park has many options for you to enjoy. Items such as a ball field, basketball court, play-
ground equipment, pavilion with a grill for cook-outs, handicap accessible restrooms with running water and a snack shack when needed. The Urbana Lions Club maintains this facility and they have worked very diligently to bring it into shape for the
public to use. Here is how you find out if the facility is available; call 260-774-3665. URBANA STREETLIGHTS is a very important item in the safety and security of Urbana. I need your help in maintaining the lights. If you know of a light that
has a problem give me a call. My number is 260-774-3665. If I don’t answer, leave a brief message of the light’s address and what is wrong. I will have a work order made up and have the light fixed. Thank you for your help.
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NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE Sale: May 14 & 15, 8am-4pm. ALL on 700N., 4 locations: 2575 W., 2628 W., 2722 W., and 3411 W. with Roann address, Brass daybed & frame, old cabinet parts, popcorn popper on stand, aluminum truck bed toolbox, record albums 33 1/2, gas grill & electric grill (both like new), decor lanterns, landscape edging bricks, gas cans, like new guitar, Oliver Tractor 88 belt pulleys, small generator 800 watt, garden wagon, old wash tubs, Longaberger, holiday decor, dishes, antiques, primitives, patio umbrella, outdoor dog kennel 6x8x4, wood barn siding, table & chairs, desk, kitchen top appliances, books, George Foreman, adult & teen clothing, keyboard with stand, fishing pole, Lots more!
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GARAGE SALE: 458 Ferry Street. Friday, May 14, 8am-3pm and Saturday, May 15, 8am1pm. Large amount of girls/women clothing, size 10 girls-women S/M/L. Endless amount of housewares, books, jigsaw puzzles, fire pit chimney, toys and of course, treasures! GARAGE SALE: 690 Ferry Street, Friday, 8am5pm. Portable Singer sewing machine, bikes, caps, Christmas items, and lots more. VERY LARGE Garage and Bake Sale: Saturday, May 15, 8am-3pm. 201 Euclid Street. Very nice & clean men, women, children (boys and girls) clothing. Very nice home decor, big discounted personal health & beauty items. So very much miscellaneous! Counter tops, area rugs, something for everyone! Come browse and visit!
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Lagro
HUGE GARAGE Sale: Display Cabinets, Bakers Rack, Antiques/Vintage, Dishes, Furniture, Christmas Wreaths, and much much more! Thursday, May 13th, 8am5pm; Friday, May 14th, 8am-5pm; Saturday, May 15th, 8am-3pm. 501 W. 2nd Street, North Manchester (Carter).
BARN SALE: 1520 N. 400 E., Lagro. Kitchen items, lots of glassware, serving trays, table linens, Longaberger, Mossberg 20 gauge. Over 80 decks of playing cards. All items priced to sell! Friday, May 14, 9am-5pm; Saturday, May 15, 9am-3pm.
LARGE RUMMAGE Sale: 305 E. 6th Street, North Manchester. Friday, 5/14, 8am-4pm; Saturday, 5/15, 8am-Noon. Clothing of all sizes: jeans, shorts, capris and summer tops. Vera Bradley purses, new & slightly used. Primitive decor and home interior.
GARAGE SALE: May 14, 9am-5pm; May 15, 9amNoon. 50 Perch Drive, Silver Lake, IN (Twin Lakes). 2 1/4 miles west of 15 on 114. Too much to list!
MULTIFAMILY GARAGE Sale: 12222 N. 100 W., North Manchester. Thursday, 5/13 & Friday, 5/14 8am-6pm; Saturday, 5/15 8am-1pm. Canning jars, stenciled wooden signs, pressure canner, graniteware, old country store scale, antiques, lots of miscellaneous.
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Articles For Sale PRIDE GO-GO electric 3wheel mobility scooter. 260-568-3429.
Employment SHORT ORDER Fry Cook wanted at Mini Cafe. Apply in person, 445 S. Wabash Street, Wabash between 10am-2pm,
Substitute Court Security Officer Wabash County Government is seeking a substitute security officer for the judicial center. A flexible schedule is required to cover vacations and to serve as needed. Military or law enforcement experience is preferred. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain firearm and other required certifications. Individual would be responsible for providing security for employees and visitors. Duties include screening individuals and packages entering the building and maintaining security during court proceedings.
A cover letter and resume or application must be received by May 25, 2021. An application may be requested by sending an email to the address below. Wabash County Government 1 West Hill Street, Ste. 202 Wabash IN 46992 Phone: (260) 563-0661 x 1290 Fax: (260) 563-5895 E-mail: jdils@ wabashcounty.in.gov EEO M/F/D/V
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The Wabash County Soil & Water Conservation District is seeking to hire a full-time Executive Director/Program Administrator to assist the District Board of Supervisors in carrying out the district's multifaceted program. The qualified applicant would be expected to work independently in completing a variety of program development, education, technical and administrative tasks. The position requires skills in communications, public speaking, program development, grant writing/administration, and financial management. The successful applicant also needs some knowledge and/or working experience with agriculture and natural resources management. College degree strongly preferred but will consider experience in related position.
TO APPLY: Applications are available at the SWCD office or send resume with cover letter expressing your interest by close of business on Friday, May 21, 2021 to: Wabash County Soil & Water Conservation District 599 Bryan Avenue, Wabash, IN 46992 For more information call the district office at 260-563-7486 ext. 3 or visit wabashswcd.org
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