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County man enjoys retirement making frames By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Chuck King has always had an interest in woodworking. He has done almost all of the remodeling work at his rural Wabash home, including the building of a workshop, as well as an addition to the shop. He also enjoyed making lawn decorations for his home. That all changed about 2003, when his mother asked him a favor: Please make frames for her so she could put pictures in them and give them to family members for Christmas presents. About the same time, his father-in-law was a contractor remodeling houses a local farmer would buy and sell. “He was in one house and they had barn wood on a few walls,” King said. “He was over here one night and asked, ‘You want any barn wood?’ I said I would take it. He said to come over and take a look at it and we’ll throw it in my truck. “It still had nails in it. It was a good pile of barn wood, all natural. I brought it home and took all the nails out of it. At the same time my mom asked me about the pictures, so, OK, I’ll use some barn wood.” King had his photo on display in his workshop.

It shows him as a youngster, dressed as a cowboy, standing in front of the family tree. A piece of rope is in the center of the frame, adding some extra flair to the end product. “I just enjoy making things with my hands. To see a finished project like those hardwood …,” he said, pointing to a display of various frames he’s made over the years. “I just enjoy wood to start with, then this came along. “I was making odds and ends. I made my own building. I was making things for the yard. I made a little cradle, little, bitty kids’ chairs, and then I started (making frames) and all that went into storage.” He occasionally sells his products at flea markets. He also does custom work for those who learn about his talent through word of mouth. He also does consignment work with Borders and Beyond in downtown Wabash. “I keep pretty busy,” he said. “It’s all word of mouth. This year and most of last year I was doing something at least every three weeks. Sometimes, I’d be working on two or three projects at the same time. King worked at Dorais Chevrolet, retiring after 3 ½ years ago after 50 years at the dealership. Chuck King prepares to clean a saw blade (top photo), cut a piece of King designs his own frames, and enjoys workwood (bottom left) and show off various frames he made. Photos by Continued on Page 6 Harold V. Chatlosh

MHS names valedictorians, salutatorian

Officials at Manchester Jr. Sr. High School have announced Elijah Burlingame, Trescott Duffy and Gavin Mize as valedictorians and Torina Runkel as salutatorian, for the Class of 2021. All four of these students showcase immense academic acumen coupled with extensive involvement in extracurricular activities and community organizations. Burlingame has maintained highest honor roll and Academic Excellence from 2013 to 2021. He has been a member of the National Honor Society for the past two years and is receiving an Academic Honors diploma. His individual awards include four-time Squire Award winner and was a Rotary award winner. In community groups and organizations, he has been active at his church and in his youth group as well as FCA. His extracurricular activities and athletic involvement include Varsity Wrestling for four years, where he was Academic All-State, All-Academic MIZE DUFFY team, and two-time wrestling captain.

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He participated in soccer for two years and Science Olympiad for three years in high school. After high school graduation, Burlingame plans to attend college to study chemical engineering. He is the son of Matt & Julie Burlingame and his grandparents are Jim & Connie Lennert and Dick & Jane Burlingame. Duffy has earned Academic Excellence and highest honor roll during all four years of high school. He is a member of the National Honor Society. He has been actively involved with the First Brethren Church. He was also involved with team-based volunteer work and was a member of the Squires of the Round Table Wrestling Club. Athletically, Duffy played football and wrestling for four years. He won the Squire Award for football in 2018 and wrestling in 2020. He received TRC BURLINGAME RUNKEL Continued on Page 6

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Showing off the site of the proposed garden are committee members (from left) Geoff Schortgen, Diane Randall, Jeri Kornegay, Anne Gregory, Sarah Morbitzer. Photo provided

Groups plan garden at NM Library

NORTH MANCHESTER — The North Manchester Public Library, the Rotary Club of North Manchester, and Wabash County Extension Services are collaborating on a special pollinator garden project to be hosted on library grounds. The steering committee includes Anne Gregory (Rotary), Diane Randall (NMPL), Geoff Schortgen (WC Ext educator), Jeri Kornegay (Rotary, MG), Sarah Morbitzer (NMPL), Heidi Lovett (NMPL), and Janina Traxler (Rotary, MG). The garden will be located on the southeast corner of the library, and will focus on plants that are not only native to Indiana, but that will also attract and nourish pollinators. The choice of plants and the types of programming that will take in the space are intended to create a garden that will be sustainable, provide interest across all seasons, provide educational experiences that can ripple out to the general public, and support NMPL’s long range plan of expanded use of the outdoor spaces on the property.

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The NMPL Friends of the Library and Rotary Club of North Manchester are helping to support the project, and grant opportunities are also being pursued. However, public financial support is always welcome. Many community members have already donated plants for the garden and the Roann Olive Branch Church helped prepare the site. “The library is excited to be part of this collaborative project,” library directory, Diane Randall said. “This project is a great opportunity to utilize the library grounds in educating the community about pollinator plants and to support the native plant environment.” Planting will begin the second week of May. The library hopes to use the garden for special programs for the community, such as the upcoming Dirty Diggers Club for kids, which will meet every Tuesday at 6 p.m. on the library lawn. Elementary and middle school aged kids will enjoy fun activities and projects that help them learn about nature and gardening.

A National Day of Prayer service will be on Thursday, May 6 from 12-12:50 p.m. at the North Manchester Police & Fire Department building on the front lawn. Everyone is invited to join with local Pastors, congregations and communities to pray. Also, on May 6, from 12:10-12:50 p.m., a prayer gathering will take place at the Wabash County Courthouse. At 6:30 p.m. that day, there will be another gathering at the City Park pavilion with guest speaker Matthew Barnes, the Indiana Statehouse Chaplain. Guests are encour-

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aged to bring a chair to sit and join in on the prayers for the nation. The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. Since its inception, this day has continually united Americans from all socio-economic, political, and ethnic backgrounds in prayer while also encouraging personal repentance and righteous-

ness in the culture. The National Day of Prayer belongs to all Americans and is a day that transcends differences, bringing

together citizens to celebrate freedom and the freedom to humbly come before God and seek His guidance in prayer.

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City wants GDX site rezoned By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Schlemmer Brothers Metal Works is making the Hero Memorial base. Photo provided

The City of Wabash checked off another item on its to-do list for the creation of a housing project at the site of the former GDX plant. The Wabash City Council, during its meeting on Monday, April 26, passed a resolution requesting the city’s Plan Commission to consider changing the zoning of the Stitt Street site. The commission was expected to consider the matter when it meets May 5. The city is requesting the commission change the site from its current Light Industrial zoning to a Residential 4 (R-4) zoning to allow for both single family and multi-family housing units. “This is going to be a planned unit development where there will be a little bit of a

mix in terms of the housing available there, so the best thing would be to make it an R-4 which deals with the most dense units of housing,” City Attorney Doug Lehman said. “As a planned unit development, it would authorized then to be done.” The plan is for single family housing and an apartment complex on the 30acre site. There also is a potential for some duplexes, Mayor Scott Long said. However, before anything can be done at the site, the Indiana Department

of Environmental Management must order the former owners, Aerojet Rocketdyne, to clean up the site to housing standards. Representatives from IDEM and Aerojet Rocketdyne are now negotiating how much cleanup must be done. If a change is proposed by the Plan Commission, it must come back to the City Council for final approval.

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Signup begins for Hero Wall plaques Visit Wabash County, in partnership with the City of Wabash, is pleased to announce that the Hero Recognition nameplates for the new Hero Memorial are now available. The cost for each plate is $100 and may be purchased online at visitwabashcounty.com or by calling Visit Wabash County at 260-563-7171. The cost of the recognition nameplates, along with a grant that was received from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, will help cover the expense of the installation of the Hero Memorial and its upkeep. The memorial will include three 7-foot stainless steel pillars with decorative caps. Each pillar will have the ability to display the names of 252 heroes. In addition to the hero names, decorative stars and quotes highlighting the patriotic service of the numerous men and women who have sacrificed for the greater good have been incorporated into the design. The pillars are currently being fabricated locally by

Schlemmer Brother’s Metal Works and the decorative tiles are being engraved by Wabash Engraving. The memorial is slated for installation in the summer of 2021 and will replace the hero banner program. Nameplates ordered prior to Sept. 30, 2021, are slated to be installed by Veteran’s Day in November. For more information regarding the Hero Memorial project, contact the Visit Wabash County Welcome Center located at 221 S. Miami Street, Wabash, via email at Christine@visitwabashcounty.com or by calling 260-5637171.

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MSD, Four County enter partnership

Building new relations in Wabash, Four County signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Metropolitan School District of Wabash County. This partnership now provides access of school-based services to students, parents, and educators. As the need for support and mental health services have been on the rise, this agreement comes at a timely manner for both the schools and community members of Wabash County. Showcasing the agency’s hard work

toward continued expansion, Four County acknowledges the significance of this growth opportunity. As rural behavioral health specialists, the agency now serves eleven counties in North Central Indiana. Four County continues to challenge itself and team in order to learn, grow, and adapt while increasing access to a continuum of care. “We appreciate our partnership along with the many others who assist the students so we can fulfill our mission of inspiring a community of

Learn More Center launches new program The Learn More Center has launched a new program called Barrier Busters. This program is designed to support Learn More Center students and their journeys. Learn More Center students are typically working on achieving their High School Equivalency diploma, now known as the HSE, working toward advanced career options, and transitioning to college. Many of these students face multiple challenges such as available time, health, daycare, learning challenges, transportation, Covid-19, food, and/or housing insecurity. These barriers need to be “busted” to allow for success. This Barrier Buster Program encourages businesses and individuals to provide a yearly or monthly gift. Gifts help LMC with student assessments, education supplies, career instruction, student snacks (sometimes their only meal of the day), transportation vouchers or gas cards if needed, test administration, and high school equivalency testing fees. Barrier Busters also allow LMC to provide individualized instruction and testing options. As barriers are busted there are more successes. Students advance through skills to attain higher levels of literacy, acquire more life and career skills, and are able to attain their HSE, advance into better careers, and/or attain college degrees. Together we can make a positive impact on our community. All services are free to students, making the Learn More Center accessible to those most in need. Donations are crucial to the sustainability of the Learn More Center. Support for the Learn More Center comes from a mixture of private donations, foundation grants, and local and state government bodies. Your donation to the Barrier Buster program provides critical support for our program to support student success. The changing times call for increased education. The Learn More Center offers easy access with locations in both Wabash and North Manchester. The Learn More Center has also changed to make learning more accessible, from offering in-center classes to distance-only options or a hybrid model. The Learn More Center offers services at no cost to students. Earning an HSE (high school equivalency) diploma to get a better-paying job or help your children has never been easier. Beyond the HSE, upgrading job skills, attaining high quality job training, and/or completing college provides students with the abilities to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. For more information, call 260-330-1461 or 260-330-1082. The Learn More Center is also on Facebook. Or visit Learn More Center online at www.learnmorecenter.org. To Join LMC in Busting Barriers, donations can be mailed to Learn More Center PO BOX 272, North Manchester, IN 46962. For online donations go to our website.

learners to discover and achieve their passion and potential,” said Mike Keaffaber, Superintendent for MSD of Wabash County. MSD of Wabash County and Four County signed the MOU in March earlier this year, and have begun working together to identify students in need of school-based mental health services.

“It is with great excitement that we have the opportunity to expand our schoolbased programming into Wabash County and begin to serve Metropolitan School District of Wabash County. We have immediately begun to serve their students and corporation, providing them with social, emotional support and treatment within their schools,”

said Lisa WillisGidley, Vice President of Operations with Four County. Four County has designed its schoolbased programming to meet the unique needs of school partners and are aligned with state educational initiatives. Schoolbased supports can include: Therapists, School Psychologists, and Skills Trainers.

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Winners chosen in 2021 pitch competition Wabash County high school students competed in the 2021 INnovate Wabash County pitch competition hosted by Grow Wabash County. The winning teams were: 4th place: Candor, apparel company to promote mental health, Manchester Jr. – Sr. High School students Morgan Austin and Kolby Haecker. 3rd place: Arklight Historical Tours, LLC, Wabash history tours, Northfield Jr. – Sr. High School students Ethan Galbraith, Keaton Stout and Clay Herring. 2nd place: Tackett Auto Detailing, auto detailing and service business, Northfield and Heartland Career Center student, Heath Tackett. 1st place: Bizzy Beez, apiary that sells honey and offers beerelated services, Southwood Jr. – Sr. High School student, Alix Winer. Over the course of the day, Wednesday, April 28, student entrepreneurs took the stage at the Eagles Theatre presented their ideas to the panel of judges that included: John Hoffman, experienced small business owner and business advisor; Professor Joe Messer, experienced entrepreneur, executive, and professor of entrepreneurship at Manchester University; Lisa Gilman, local entre-

these ideas fullfledged businesses that both employ and serve the Wabash County community.” After a full day of

Alix Winer (top photo), of Bizzy Beez, and Heath Tackett (bottom photo) of Tackett Auto Detailing, join the judges to show off the checks they received at the Wabash County pitch contest. Photos provided

Team members of Arklight Historical Tours (top photo) and Candor (bottom photo) join judges to show their prizes.

preneur and owner of Redemption Development and Wabash Woollen Works; Wes Shie, Regional Director of the Northeast Indiana Small Business Development Center;

Keith Gillenwater, president and CEO of Grow Wabash County. “We are constantly astounded by the ideas and proposals our local students come up with in their classes to present to our panel of business

professionals,” Gillenwater said. “Grow Wabash County is especially excited to provide support and guidance to these student entrepreneurs as they take the next steps into making

pitches and presentations, the judges selected the top four teams each of which received a cash prize that Grow Wabash

County and the team of judges hope the students will use to further develop and grow their businesses.

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MHS students Academic AllConference awards in football in 2020 and in wrestling 2021. He received the Rotary Mental Attitude award in wrestling for three years in 2018, 2019 and 2021. After graduating from high school with an Academic Honors diploma, Duffy plans to attend Wabash College in the fall to study pre-med in preparation for medical school. He ultimately plans to pursue a career as an orthopedic surgeon. He also plans to participate in the Wabash College wrestling program. Ne is the son of Chad and Jessica

Duffy. His grandparents are Elsie (Mike Duffy) & Lonnie French and Dianne & Chris Pearson. Mize has earned Academic Excellence and highest honor roll during all four years of high school. Gavin is a member of the National Honor Society and served as president for the 202021 school year. He has also been a member of Student Council since 2016 and currently serves as the student body president. Mize was crowned Homecoming King this past fall. Mize is a 10-year member of 4-H and volunteers in the children’s ministry at the

King ing with a variety of woods. While he buys some of his wood, he also has wood given to him by people who know of his work. King’s tools range from table saws and glass cutters, specialty nail guns and

...continued from Page 1 First Brethren Church. He is very active in athletics participating in wrestling for four years and serving as team captain from 2019 to 2021. He also received the wrestling leadership award in 2021. He has also participated in Science Olympiad since 2014 and cross country his junior year. He is currently finishing out his third year in track and field. After graduating with an Academic Honors diploma, Mize plans to attend Indiana Wesleyan to study nursing. After graduating, he plans to travel as a nurse eventually becoming a nurse practitioner.

He is the son of Teresa & Matthew Mize, and his grandparents are Paul & Donna Habeggar. Runkel has earned Academic Excellence and highest honor roll during all four years of high school. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has been a member of Student Council for four years. Runkel has played softball every year and has been recognized as TRC AllConference honorable mention and Academic AllConference. She ran cross-country as a freshman and sophomore and made the cross-country coach-

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blade. I lay the blade in there and I have a solution I put in to clean the blade.” King and his wife, Marsha, have two daughters, Emily and Leigh who occasionally help in the workshop.

“It depends on if they’re making a project,” he said with a laugh. “My youngest daughter is kind of an artist, so I cut some frames for her to help her out”

es’ All-State team. She has played soccer the last two years of high school and earned the Rotary Mental Attitude award and All-Conference honor-

able mention. She also served as the girls basketball manager for her four years in high school. Runkel is a 10-year member of 4-H and

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Nancy Tiger, 94

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Marvin Blocher, 73

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March 30, 1948 – April 29, 2021

Nancy J. Tiger, 94, North Manchester, passed away surrounded by family on April 30, 2021. One of three children, Nancy was born to the late Samuel George and Esther (Adams) McCullough on April 21, 1927 in West Middlesex, Pa. She was proud of the family from whom she came and could trace her heritage back to the American Revolution, making her a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. On Sept. 30, 1949 Nancy married the love of her life, Dennis David Tiger. During their fortyfour years of marriage, they had four children. Nancy supported her family as a teacher of junior high Home Economics for twenty years and also taught Home Economics at Indiana University of Pennsylvania for five years, eventually retiring in 1985 but continuing to work part-time into her 80s. She was a strong woman who pushed the boundaries for women in the workplace and at college. She attended Indiana State Teachers College in Indiana, Pa. Dennis and Nancy always enjoyed their time together, especially traveling around the world to countries including Germany, Ireland and Italy. Nancy also visited forty-nine states, only missing travel to Hawaii. While at home, she enjoyed sewing, quilting, crafts and being with her family. Her grandbabies and great-grandbabies, however, were the true light of her eyes. She often made Halloween costumes for her grandchildren and attended their sporting events and other activities, never missing a chance to show how much she loved her family. Nancy knew the love of the Lord and worshipped at the North Manchester United Methodist Church where she was a member. She was also a member of the North Manchester Historical Society, life member of Indiana County Historical Society in Pennsylvania, Past Royal Matron of Amaranth and Past Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star. Nancy enjoyed participating in these groups in part because doing so gave her the opportunity to meet new people to whom she enjoyed talking. The loving memory of Nancy J. Tiger will be forever cherished by her son, Paul David (Kimberle) Tiger, River Falls, Wis.; daughters, Deborah (Jerry) Elliott, Longview, Texas, Melissa (Robert) Laney, Havelock, N.C., and Cheryl (Brian) Budnik, North Manchester; brother, Robert (Marlene) McCullough, Berea, Ky.; sister, Harriett Fahnert, Sebring, Ohio; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Esther McCullough; husband, Dennis Tiger; and brother-in-law, Curtis Fahnert. Calling and service were Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester with Pastor Larry Ray and Rev. Steve Bahrt officiating. Burial is at Oakland Cemetery, Indiana, Pa. on Wednesday, May 5. For those who wish to honor the memory of Nancy J. Tiger, memorial contributions may be made to Daniel’s Place, 113 West Main Street, North Manchester, Indiana 46962 or Riley’s Children’s Foundation, 30 South Meridian Street, Suite 200, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202. The family of Nancy J. Tiger has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.

Dani Renee Gullotti Beloved daughter April 27, 2021 Dani Renee Gullotti, infant daughter of Nicholas and Alicia (Conliff) Gullotti, died at 4:23 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. She is survived by her parents, Nicholas and Alicia Gullotti; her sister, Andi Renee Conliff, all of Wabash; grandparents, Wendy Renee and Dennis Conliff, Beverly Gullotti, all of Wabash, and Arthur Gullotti of Tampa, Fla.; great-grandparents, Don (Becky) Slone, Karen Haines; and aunt, Tricia Conliff, all of Wabash, and uncle, Anthony (Heather) Gullotti of Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by her brother, Weslee Michael Gullotti. Funeral services were Monday, May 3, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with David Phillips officiating. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. The memorial guest book for Dani Renee, may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Marvin E. Blocher, 73, North Manchester, went to be with the Lord on April 29, 2021. Born in Laketon on March 30, 1948, Marvin was the son of the late S. Willis and Lelia E. (Baker) Blocher. A lifelong native of the North Manchester area, Marvin spent his life farming. On Jan. 30, 1973 Marvin married the love of his life, Taphanie “Taphie” Custer. For forty-eight years they built a beautiful family and life alongside one another. Together they worshiped and loved the Lord, attending Olive Branch Church, Roann, since 1974. Although Marvin worked extremely hard on the farm, he enjoyed things outside of the farm just as much. From antiquing and mushroom hunting to spending his vacations in Florida, Marvin enjoyed life. Nothing meant more to him than his family, however. He relished in his time with them, especially telling stories, joking and playing games with his grandchildren and great-grandchild. Marvin was soft-spoken, kind, had a heart of gold and led by example. He impacted the lives of those around him with patience, love and compassion. The loving memory of Marvin E. Blocher will be forever cherished by his wife, Taphie Blocher, North Manchester; sons, Andrew (Shana) Blocher, North Manchester, and Benji (Aimee) Blocher, Roann; brothers, Joe (Bonnie) Blocher and Max (Sandra) Blocher, both of North Manchester; sister, Ruthie E. (David) Brubaker, Pasco, Wash.; grandchildren, Conor Blocher, Paige (Dakota) Goldwood, Kelsey Bowers, and Lace Blocher; and one great-grandson, Kingston Bowers. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, S. Willis and Lelia Blocher; and two brothers, Robert E. and Billie G. Blocher. Family and friends may call Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Funeral services will be Friday, May 7, 2021 at 11 a.m. with calling beginning at 10 a.m. at McKee Mortuary, with Pastor Jeff Sumner officiating. Entombment will be at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. For those who wish to honor the memory of Marvin E. Blocher, memorial contributions may be made to Olive Branch Church, 4581 East 1200 North, Roann, Indiana 46974. The family of Marvin E. Blocher has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.

Audrey Martin, 98 Loved gardening Aug. 26, 1922 – May 1, 2021 Audrey M. Martin, 98, North Manchester, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 1, 2021 at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. The youngest of Elmer and Elva (Meyers) Christner’s ten children, Audrey was born on Aug. 26, 1922 in Silver Lake. On Sept. 8, 1943 Audrey married the love of her life, Larry Martin. During their fifty-eight years of marriage, Audrey and Larry had two daughters, Judy and Jo Ellen. Sadly, on Nov. 14, 2001 Audrey experienced immense heartbreak when Larry died. For twenty-five years Audrey worked at Heckman Bindery in North Manchester. In addition to working outside of the home, Audrey was also a homemaker. From raising their children to cooking and housekeeping, Audrey always took great joy and pride in her family. She taught her daughters and grandchildren the value of hard work and helping wherever they could. Audrey was the example of a strong Christian woman. For many years she helped set up funeral dinners and whatever else needed done around the Christian Fellowship Church of North Manchester, where she was a member. Audrey loved tending to her plants in the garden. Her idea of caring for plants was the same as the way she cared for people. Many times, if a piece of a plant broke off, she tried to start a new plant with it. She did the same with people. If they were in need, she tried to make the best of things for that person. She loved her children deeply, but it was her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren who were the apples of her eye. They became her life and purpose. The loving memory of Audrey M. Martin will be forever cherished by her daughters, Judy Coleman, Goshen, and Jo Ellen Monce, North Manchester; grandchildren, Karrie (David) Coleman, Janelle (Matthew) Sepsey, Jill (Ryan) LoMonaco, Hollie (Jeff) Felgar, Martin (Jody) Monce, and Lindsay (Andy) Deming; and eight great-grandchildren. Audrey was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Elva Christner; husband, Larry Martin; brothers, Claude, Roy, Raymond, Wilbur, and John Christner; and sisters, Fern Christner, Mildred Warner, Genieve Oldfather, and Virginia Able. A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. For those who wish to honor the memory of Audrey M. Martin, memorial contributions may be made to the Wabash Animal Shelter. The family of Audrey M. Martin has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.

Kennith “Kenny” Michael, 88 Enjoyed deer hunting March 8, 1933 – April 28, 2021 Kennith “Kenny” Michael, 88, Sidney, died April 28, 2021. He was born March 8, 1933. Services were May 1, 2021. Burial is at Fisher Cemetery, Kosciusko County. Arrangements by McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

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Faithful in the Lord June 17, 1913 – May 1, 2021

Etta M. Ulrey, 107, North Manchester, passed away May 1, 2021 at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester. Born on June 17, 1913 in Minot, N.D., Etta was the daughter of the late Simon and Lucy (Wagoner) Blocher. In the late 1930s Etta moved to North Manchester and began working for Cyclone Manufacturing in Urbana. She retired in 1974 after thirty-one years of service. On Oct. 3, 1941 Etta was baptized into the North Manchester Old German Baptist Brethren Church where she remained faithful in the Lord. On June 17, 1960 Etta married Jacob B. Ulrey. The two were wed for twentytwo years before Jacob passed away on Oct. 23, 1982. The loving memory of Etta M. Ulrey will be forever cherished by her sister, Lydia Kinzie, Delphi; two step-grandchildren, Steven Ulrey and Jo Beth (Steve) Swisher, both of North Manchester; two step great-grandchildren, Lisa Warmuth, Bippus and Matthew Schilling, Fort Wayne; and many nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces. Etta was preceded in death by her parents; husband; stepson, Paul Ulrey; brothers, Delbert, Chester, Isaac, Ora, and Walter Blocher; and sisters, Anna Fingerle, Dorothy Bower, and Bernice Garber. Calling was Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at the North Manchester Old German Baptist Brethren Church. Funeral services were Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at the North Manchester Old German Baptist Brethren Church with the Home Brethren officiating. Burial will be at the North Manchester Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery.The family of Etta M. Ulrey has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.

Police and fire reports theft. May 2 Sean C. Murray, 35, Wabash charged with driving while suspended, possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia. Accidents April 27 At 1:35 p.m., a vehicle driven by Sydney N. Helfin, 19, Wabash collided with a fence at 1625 South Wabash Street. May 2 At 9:17 a.m., a vehicle driven by Joshua W. Gunderson, 43, Peru collided with a concrete post at 1601 North Cass Street. At 4:49 p.m., a vehicle driven by Gary L. Fisher, 67, Wabash collided with a parked car on Glenn Avenue near Pike Street. Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents April 19 At 11:20 a.m., a vehicle driven by James M. Jordan, 69, Somerset, Mass. Collided with a vehicle driven by Christus W. Allen, 42, Waldorf, Md., which collided with a vehicle driven by Fengfeng Zhou, 30, West Lafayette on U.S. 24 near State Road 115. April 23 At 1:36 p.m., a vehicle driven by Brittany L. Burnworth, Lagro ran off the road on Old 24 near Basin Street. At 4:45 p.m., a vehicle driven by Philip R. Collins, 72, Warsaw collided with an animal on State Road 15 near County Road 1400 North. April 24 At 5:43 a.m., a vehicle driven by Nicholas L. Cress, 24, Peru ran off the road on State Road 124 near County Road 550 West. April 25

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Wabash Police Department Citations April 23 Adam D. Waldrep, 35, Anderson cited for false and fictitious registration. April 28 Thomas P. McCord, 30, Wabash cited for no registration plate. Bryan A. Stoddard, 38, Greenwood cited for driving while suspended. April 29 Skyla N. Wilcox, 23, Wabash cited for driving while suspended. Dolly Espinoza, 41, Roann cited for speed. April 30 Tara R. Cox, 34, Marion cited for operating while never licensed. Jonathan E. Turner, 23, Wabash cited for driving while suspended. Marissa M. Keaton, 28, Greentown, cited for driving while suspended. 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. Bookings April 23 Austic C. Cooper, 23, Wabash charged with possession of paraphernalia and possession of methamphetamine. April 26 Aaron S. Perry, 37, Wabash arrested on writ of attachment. Rachel Clingerman, 25, Rockville charged with possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia. April 26 Kayla L. Bessette, 32, Wabash charged with probation violation. Tara Ayres, 24, Wabash charged with

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At 2:38 a.m., a vehicle driven by Kaden J. Meredith, 17, Wabash collided with a deer on County Road 700 West near County Road 100 South. At 11:31 a.m., a vehicle driven by Ashley D. King, 20, North Manchester collided with a vehicle driven by Manuel Jimenez, 56, Akron which collided with a vehicle driven by Michael W. Heagy, 60, North Manchester on State Road 13 near County Road 1100 North. April 26 At 7:05 a.m., a vehicle driven by Sonda R. Young, 44, Andrews collided with a deer on U.S. 24 near County Road 100 East. April 28 At 6:11 p.m., a vehicle driven by Alvin L. Cook, 72, Silver Lake collided with a vehicle driven by Christopher D. Fields, 45, North Manchester on County Road 1100 North near County Road 400 East. April 29 At 8 a.m., a vehicle driven by Jar R. Conliff, 17, North Manchester ran off the road on County Road 1050 North near County Road 150 West.

Former truck driver Dec. 27, 1936 – April 28, 2021 Charles Philip Reahard, 84, of Urbana, died at 12:25 p.m., Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at his home. He was born Dec. 27, 1936, in Wabash County, to George F. Reahard and Dollie Blanche (Reason) Meredith. Charles served in the Indiana National Guard for three years. He married Kathleen Davis in North Manchester on Sept. 11, 1982. Charles drove truck for Pierceton Trucking 29 years, retiring in 1999. He also worked for Cripe Motorhome, Columbia City Steel Company, and Bob Haupert. He attended the Sweetwater Assembly of God in North Manchester, and belonged to the Moose Lodge in Wabash. Charles enjoyed riding motorcycles, motorcycle and stock car racing, mowing grass and working. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Reahard of Urbana; five children, Helen Denise (Dennis) Baer of North Manchester, Mona Lisa Dalton of Huntington, Charles Christopher (Kathy) Reahard of Lebanon, Bobby Dean (Lisa) Bigham and David Allen Peden, Jr., both of Urbana; nine grandchildren, Justin Reahard, Kelly Reahard, Katy Baer, Eric Baer, Tocarra Hubley, Zackery Reahard, Corey Dalton, Dakota Bigham and River Bigham; 13 great grandchildren; and brothers and sister, George Reahard and Anthony B. (Patricia) Reahard, both of Wabash, and Marsha Lynn Reahard of Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Joni Lynn Reahard, and one great grandchild. Family will receive friends from 3-4 p.m. Friday May 7, 2021 at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. The memorial guest book for Charles may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Max Parson, 74 Enjoyed cook-outs Aug. 5, 1946 – May 2, 2021

Max David Parson, 74, of Wabash, died 2:24 a.m., Sunday, May 2, 2021, at his daughter’s home in LaFontaine. He was born on Aug. 5, 1946, in Wabash, to Verlin and Ruby (Sutton) Parson. He married Edna Louise (Dials) Lawson Parson in Wabash, on Aug. 5, 1995, she died Nov. 22, 2010. Max was a truck driver for North Central Co-Op, transporting feed and fertilizer for 22 years until his retirement in 2015. After retirement, he was a part time driver for CFS in Urbana, for two years. Max was a member of the Wabash Moose Lodge and attended Christian Heritage Church. He enjoyed working on automobiles, bowling, cook-outs, driving semi, going to tractor pulls and car shows, fishing, and especially enjoyed spending time with his family. Max also enjoyed shooting hoops with his grandchildren and attending their birthday parties. He faithfully loved Sunday dinners and checking on the cows at his daughter, Sherrie’s house, and his pride and joy was his 1985 Scottsdale truck. He is survived by four children, David Alan Parson of Andrews, Vickie Lynn Parson of Huntington, Sherrie (Jay) Murphy of LaFontaine, and Jamie (Amber) Parson of Argos; two step-children, Amy Maples of Huntington, and Scott Lawson, Sr. of Wabash; 20 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; sister, Joyce Emrick of Wabash; and brother, Tony Parson of North Manchester. He was also preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Bob Parson, and Dean Parson; sister, Carol Owens, and grandson, David Alan Parson, Jr. Funeral services were Wednesday, May 5, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial is in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Preferred memorial is Chrisitan Heritage Church. The memorial guest book for Max may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

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HAPPY HOMEMAKERS met on at noon April 22 for a carry-in luncheon at Julia Rensbergers’ home. Lana Kuhn offered prayer before the meal. A new member, Judy Barker, joined the club making 13 members in attendance. Lucky Lady gift went to Kathy Deniston. Sally Robbins gave a tribute for Ellie Draper and Pat Mouser. Members who have died this past year, they will be so missed by our group. The ladies voted to give $50 to the Roann Library and $50 to the Roann Volunteer Fire Department. After the business meeting, Nancy Shafer led the group in activities with gifts being won by Edith Phillips, Kathy Deniston, Colleen Hollenback, Lana Kuhn and our new member, Judy Barker. Their next meeting will be hosted by Lana Kuhn and Colleen Hollenback at

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Lana’s on May 20th at Noon. THE BOARD of Directors of the Stockdale Mill met on April 22 in the home of Peggy Morris. Nine members were in attendance. President Ron McColley conducted the meeting. Financial reports were given. Joe Krom reported on work being done at the mill in preparation of opening again this summer. It was decided to set May 22 as “Clean Up” day to get ready for opening on June 4. Anyone can come and help that day, will be working inside and out. Bring

your own tools (rakes, shovel, cleaning supplies). Volunteers are needed to guide and host our 2021 guests. For information, contact Peggy Morris at 765-833-2642 or Ron McColley at 260-3309253. THE ROANN Covered Bridge Festival Committee wants to thank everyone for coming out in support of the festival fundraiser. What a great turn out! Thanks again!! PASTOR BALMER of the Roann United Methodist Church service for May 9 will be from 1 John 3:7-10 titled “Do Not Be Led Astray”. Noisy Bucket Sunday will observe for the Children’s Ministries. We invite you to worship in person or on Facebook at 9:00 a.m. HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all you mothers and hope you have a great day! SOMETHING PERSONAL for me: I want to give a shout out to my middle

grandson, Trevor West. He is graduating from Huntington University with honors. He is then off to the Sunshine State with friends before starting his new job and embarking on adulthood. Your family is so proud of you! UPCOMIING DATES: May 5 – Food Pantry, Town Hall, 2:00-4:00 p.m.; May 6 – Roann Lions Club, 7 p.m.; 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” Day at the mill; June 4 – Mill opening day. CONTINUE PRAYING for: Deb Long, Kraig Barker, Don Richardson, Betty Boyer, Joni Fox, Nokie Vigar; Eddie Metzger, Coy Eads (grandson of Roger and Debbie Cook) and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy. God bless you all. CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES:

The Urbana Lions had its Spring Cleanup on April 24, 2021. The participation of the whole town was outstanding. The clean-up started Friday April 25 with Lions Rick Monce, Ronnie Anderson and Michael Snell who went over to a resident’s house on the north end of town to pick up some items. They had Michael’s S15 truck loaded and on its way at 15 miles an hour through town with Rick following in his vehicle to make sure nothing fell off. They made it to the dumpster without any loss or problems. It was like driving up hill and very squirrely. The nose of the truck was in the air and the tailgate was almost dragging. By the time Saturday was coming to an end, the dumpster was very full. Lions John Eltzroth, Luke Hunt, Denny Craft and Ronnie Anderson were on hand to help load and unload items. Ronnie used his large open trailer and filled it with flat screen TVs, electronics and other metals. There were

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other items that were brought for disposal that Ronnie had to use his truck to keep items separated. Sunday brought more items for disposal. Ronnie stated that he had no idea of how much junk could be accumulated over

a three year period in this little town; he was very surprised. Ronnie said he made two trips to the Metal Source and one trip to the Wabash County Solid Waste Management District. The dumpster was removed Monday. This project was to help Urbana residents get rid of unwanted items and to make the town a little more presentable for the upcoming Urbana High School Reunion which will be taking place in June of this year. The Urbana Lions want to thank all of Urbana residents who took part in this project and to say thank you

for all of the donations the Urbana Lions Club received. Urbana Yoke Parish Church Board will be meeting Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the Church Fellowship Hall. Condolences to Richard McCarty’s family and friends from the Urbana Lions and Urbana Community. Prayer concerns: Debbie Gilbert, Scott Wilcox, Alma Devore, Lowell and Marilyn Karns, Tonya Brunett, Gene and Julie Miller, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Continued on Page 17

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May 5 – Mr. & Mrs. Steve Coffman; May 6 – Mr. & Mrs. David Doud; May 9 – Mr. & Mrs. Larry Rensberger; May 11 – Mr. & Mrs. John Shoue and Mr. & Mrs. Layne Early. CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: May 6 – Janet Shoue; May 7

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Parkview Health receives accreditation Parkview Health has earned initial accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) for its two new graduate medical education programs, which will help attract, train and retain physicians in the region. ACGME is an independent organization that sets and monitors the professional educational standards for preparing physicians to deliver safe, highquality medical care to all Americans. Parkview received accreditation for its internal medicine and general surgery programs, which are set to welcome residents in July of 2022. “Accreditation is a significant milestone in the launch of Parkview’s graduate medical education programs,” said Susan Steffy, MD, chief medical officer, Parkview Hospital Randallia, who is serving as Parkview’s designated institutional official to ACGME. “We appreciate the dedication of the team that has been working to

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GOOD WORDS . . . My mom was usually right, having raised 8 chil dren, she tried to pass wisdom on to me if I had only listened. Paren ng is never easy but through their life experience we too can pass on life’s wisdom to others. This tribute to my mother is a tribute to the en during wisdom of a parent that both nurtures and instructs. Their greatest strength is the abil ity to teach us how to think & make wise life deci sions. (Ephesians 5:1516) Who has inﬂuenced you most? What wisdom has your mother passed onto you? Rev. Rick E. Carder (RickeCarder.com)

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ator and star of the show, Stevie Holland. The world premiere on-demand presentation will take place on Cole Porter’s birthday, June 9, on Broadway OnDemand the streaming platform. “It has been a blessing to work with the Love, Linda crew,” Festival director Karl Rosenow said. “It’s not every day that a small Midwestern town like Peru, Indiana, can pull off adding a Broadway event of this magnitude in Cole Porter’s birthplace, for Cole Porter’s birthday, for Cole Porter Festival

MU professor’s arrangement to premiere at Caribbean festival NORTH MANCHESTER — An orchestral arrangement by Professor Debra Lynn of Manchester University will premiere at the Caribbean Lyric Festival (Festival Lírico del Caribe) on Sunday, May 9. Soprano Natalia Dopwell is one of eight Caribbean singers on the operatic musical program accompanied by full orchestra. She will perform Lynn’s arrangement of “White Egrets IV” fromSongs of the Islands, a 12-song collection by Dominique Le Gendre. This event at the National Theater in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, will be broadcast live on Dominican television and YouTube. For information about the festival, vis-

ithttps://www.facebook.com/caribbeanlyricfestival. Lynn is director of choral organizations and vocal studies at Manchester. She also conducts the Manchester Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra’s May 16 concert, Around the World in 80 Minutes, will feature the world premiere of orchestrations of the entire Songs of the Islands song cycle. Lynn orchestrated and arranged eight of the movements, and the other four were orchestrated by the composer, Le Gendre. Lynn will conduct her oratorio, A Family Portrait, at Carnegie Hall on Memorial Day, 2022. It features the text of a family’s letters from the Civil War era.

goers. “It’s like winning the lottery, the odds are one in a million. It’s like a gift from the universe! I thank Stevie Holland and Lyle Saunders (Producer) for working with the festival, and my executive committee, Vicki Draper and Ellen Mock, for encouraging me to pursue the event after presenting the idea to them.” The event begins at 6 p.m. and will feature a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres in the Riverview Event Center’s ballroom, with theatre style seating arrange-

ments. Dress code is semi-formal for the affair and will feature guest speakers, feature film, and Q&A to end the evening at 9 p.m. Tickets will be $20. Public sales will be announced via coleporterfestival.org and Facebook.com/Cole Porter Festival and other platforms affiliated with the Cole Porter Festival. The Cole Porter Festival is an annual event located in Cole Porter’s birthplace Peru, IN. The festival is designed to immerse the event goer in all things Cole, and give them a unique experience to appreciate and celebrate the late, great composer’s music and life. Activities include live music, theatre revue, historic tours, historic presentations, art, special events, parties, and more.

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LaFontaine Lions met April 22 LAFONTAINE LIONS met on Thursday, April 22, with Lion Jerry Wilson as host. Lion President Tom Polk open meeting with Lion Tom Willcox led the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by Polk giving the prayer. Secretary and treasurer reports were read and approved. Report of work day was given with following being done and not yet finished. The water heater was replaced, heater removed from kitchen with it being replaced by the one in Lion room, kitchen cabinets cleaned out, back room and shelves cleaned, company that was hired to waxed the floors is to finish up today, and grass seed was sewed. Items not done yet are fixing the back door, fans, and side doors. Since building is schedule for rent on Saturday, couple lions volunteered to put the building back together on Friday at 6:30 p.m. for the renter on Saturday. The Lions will reschedule another work day later. Discussion of the upcoming hand breaded tenderloin fry on Saturday, May 15, took place. They added a package of

cookies to the menu, which includes two tenderloins, package of chips and applesauce. This will be a drive thru. Polk asked who would be able to help Saturday, April 24, to sell kettle corn at Brandt’s. Four Lions said they could be there. It was voted to give two scholarships, one went to Holly Gillespie and Erin McGouldick. LaFontaine Lions for many, many years have given out scholarships to Liberty Township and Town of LaFontaine residents. With no further business meeting was adjoined. Next meeting will be May 13, 7 p.m. in the Lions room. VETRANS COFFEE AND SNACK is Friday, May 14, at 9 a.m. in the Lions Room at the

LaFontaine Community Building. Remember 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. LAFONTAINE LIONS will be having a drive through hand breaded tenderloin fry on Saturday, May 15, from 4 -7 p.m. or until out at the LaFontaine Community Building. Menu is two tenderloins, chips, applesauce, and a cookie. Proceeds will be used for the LaFontaine Community Building. In advance, LaFontaine Lions thank you for supporting their fundraisers. All the proceeds from their fund raisers is always used for the community and support of

the Community Building. SOMERSET ANNUAL TOWN rummage sale will take place on Friday and Saturday May 7 8. You can register at the Post Office and for $3 your location will be posted on a map and adds will be placed in surrounding towns and newspapers. This is always a well-attended event. It will be headquartered at the Fire Station. The Shelton family heads up this event. Call 260-5710070 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 GOOD READ: “All children need a laptop. Not a computer, but a human laptop. Moms, Dads, Grannies and Grandpas, Aunts, Uncles – someone to hold them, read to them, teach them. Loved ones who will embrace them and

pass on the experience, rituals and knowledge of a hundred previous generations. Loved ones who will pass to the next generation their expectations of them, their hopes, and their dreams.” Colin Powell 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 LAFONTAINE CHRISTIAN CHURCH had this on Face Book and I thought it was a very good read for each one of else. “Many people, myself included have expressed disbelief that on April 20, it’s

snowing. That’s right, snowing on the back end of April. I think if any of us could control the weather, we certainly wouldn’t have picked this. Yet, as strange as snow is this time of year, perhaps it’s a gentle reminder from the Lord that He is in control, not us. This reminder got me thinking. I asked myself, ‘Is there anything in my life, I do have absolute control over?’ You may disagree with me on this, but I concluded there is rally only one thing. Continued on Page 16

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LaFontaine news My choices. My choices, are my actions and what I choose to believe. They are mine and no one else’s. For example, No one can force me to do anything. They may put me in difficult situation where there only appears to be one choice, but despite potential consequences, the choice is still mine. You know that old phrase, “if someone put a gun to your head and forced you to do this, or else..” That said, whether I live or die, it’s my

choice. And certainly, no one can force me to believe something. No matter how often they tell me I’m wrong, or if my belief goes against what the world is proclaiming to be true..It’s still my choice. Unfortunately, we are not satisfied with just being in control of our choices. We want more control. We want to control everything, because when we don’t have control, our human nature causes us to be anxious and stressed out, which leads to a life without peace. But

...continued from Page 15 what if these uneasy feelings were not caused by lack of control, but by a lack of faith? More specifically, a lack of faith in god’s promises. Just to remind you, here are a few.. romans 8:28 “and we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” Proverbs 16:9 “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” 1 Peter

5:7 “Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” So here it is, how do we give up control and find a life of peace? You make the choice. You choose to surrender control (action), and live a life trusting the promises of God (belief). And honestly..it may be difficult at times. But it will be worth it because when you make this choice, no matter what life throws at you…there is one thing for certain, “after you have suffered a little while,

the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.” 1 Peter 2:10” APRIL 28 IS LIZZY MAKIN’S first full day at the hospitals inpatient rehab program! They will evaluate her with occupational therapy and physical therapy. Then her team will make a plan about what her goals will be! Once she reaches these goals, she will get to go home! She is excited for

this! But, while she is still doing therapies, she needs prayers. Her phantom pain has been awful. And because of her lack of right booty muscle, sitting is difficult. You know a person can take only so much pain meds, so the waiting game for meds is hard for sure! God is good all the time. God is good. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Gary Nose, Jane McGray May 6, Cathy Mills Preston, Greg Bowman, Connie Knable May 7 Ann batson, Linda Kuester, Reba Jacobs

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Manchester Symphony Orchestra to perform on May 16 Conductor Debra Lynn will lead the Manchester Symphony Orchestra as it presents “Around The World in 80 Days” on Sunday, May 16, at 3 p.m. at Cordier Auditorium, Manchester University. The concert and will also be livestreamed for patrons that prefer not to attend in person. To purchase tickets on line or find information on the livestream please visit our website: manchestersymphonyorchestra.com. Tickets are $15 general admission; free for 18 and under; MU students, faculty and staff. Masks are required and social distance seating will be implemented. FRANCES SLOCUM DAR TO MEET: Wabash County Frances

Slocum Chapter, INDAR will meet Tuesday, May 11, 7 p.m. at the Grandstaff-Hentgen Activity Room, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash. The program will be given by Jennifer Long-Dillon, Wabash CVB, Showcasing Wabash County, members and guests are always welcome to attend. DAR membership is open to any woman 18 years of age, who

can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution. Those having questions about their family history lineage information may contact www.dar.org or Linda Thompson at 260-5634661 or Barbara Amiss at 260-982-4376. NORTH MANCHESTER KIWANIS CLUB members met on April 27 with a presentation from Mark McGill from A Rosie Place for Children. A Rosie Place for Children is Indiana‘s only licensed, not-forprofit, specialty hospital dedicated exclusively to serving the growing number of families with children who are medically fragile. Children who are medically fragile require a skilled level

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N.M. news p.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-foot screen so all can see! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the fun! FARMER’S MARKET OPENS MAY 1: The North Manchester Farmers Market’s Saturday morning market will begin May 1 from 8 a.m. to noon. The

market will be located at Ogan’s Landing on South Mill Street down the street from the covered bridge. Parking will be in the gravel lot with Handicap parking beside the market (watch for signs). The North Manchester Farmers Market showcases the hard work and talent of our area farmers and artisans. You’ll find an impressive variety of local goods including fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, maple syrup, jams & jellies, honey, breads, pies, pastries, flowers & plants. For artisans we have jewelry, doll clothes, handmade greeting cards, blankets, pottery, mugs, birdhouses, and so much more! To keep everyone safe we ask

...continued from Page 16 that customers maintain social distancing of 6-foot from other customers. Please try not to socially linger with your neighbors. I know farmers market was a great place to catch up with neighbors, but right now we just can’t. Phone calls & hand written letters are safer at this moment. So write your neighbor a lovely letter & stick in the mail. I am sure they will appreciate the thoughtfulness! 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.

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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. National Day of Prayer will be held on May 6 at the Wabash County Courthouse from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m. There will be a

prayer gathering at the Wabash City Park Pavilion at 6:30 p.m. Matthew Barnes, Indiana Statehouse Chaplin, will be the guest speaker. Don’t forget May 9 is Mothers Day. Birthdays: May 1 Nancy Miller, May 4 Carston Chamberlain, May 4 Nancy DeVore, May 5 Duane Wagner, May 5 Greg Lee, May 6 Ron Baer, May 6 Justin Brunett, May 8 Tenley Fitch, May 11 Briggs Baker and May 12 Mike Lauer. Anniversaries: May 4 Clayton and

Audrie Chamberlain. 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.

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 Street,

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

NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY Mark Ford (300 W. Waterworks Road, Wabash, IN 46992) is submitting a Notice of Intent to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of our intent to comply with the requirements of 327 IAC 15-5 (Rule 5) to discharge storm water from construction activities associated with a subdivision located at the SW corner of county road 50 N. and State Road 15 in Wabash, Indiana. Land disturbing activities are scheduled to start in May 2021 and site construction should be completed in June 2022. Runoff from the project site will discharge into Kentner Creek, Wabash, Indiana. Questions or comments should directed to John H. Stephens at (260) 563-8800. 5/5/21 STATE OF INDIANA

) IN THE WABASH CIRCUIT COURT ) SS: COUNTY OF WABASH ) CAUSE NO. 85C01-2104-EU-000034 IN THE MATTER OF THE UNSUPERVISED ESTATE OF DONABELL V. MOORE, DECEASED NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION Notice is hereby given that Ronald J. Moore was, on the 21st day of April, 2021, appointed personal representative of the estate of Donabell V. Moore, deceased, who died on the 1st day of April, 2021. All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the Office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent's death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred. Dated at Wabash, Indiana, this 4/21/2021. Lori J. Draper Clerk, Wabash Circuit Court DOWNS TANDY & PETRUNIW, P.C. 99 West Canal Street Wabash, Indiana 46992

4/28, 5/5/21

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 St., North Manchester. NORTH MAN-

CHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gmail.com or you may call me at 260-982-8800. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of The Paper is Wednesday at noon. Please submit timely news items.

NOTICE OF ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of Wabash County, Indiana, that the proper legal officers of the Wabash County Council will meet on Monday May 17, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. EST at the Wabash County Courthouse meeting room on the second floor to consider the following Additional Appropriation requests in excess of the budget for 2021. General Fund Extension Personal Services High School Intern

$1,000.00

General Fund Courthouse Complex Other Services & Charges Highway Garage Project

$275,000.00

Highway Supplies Liquid Bituminous

$240,000.00

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4/28/2021 Wabash County Auditor Marcie Shepherd

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) IN THE WABASH COUNTY SUPERIOR/CIRCUIT COURT )SS: COUNTY OF WABASH ) CASE NO: 85C01-2102-DN-13 IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: SCOTT WEITZEL Petitioner, and LARA WEITZEL Respondent, SUMMONS This summons is to the respondent above named, and to any other person who may be concerned. You are notified that a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you in the Superior/Circuit Court of Wabash County, 69 West Hill St., Wabash, Indiana, 46992, in the action entitled Scott Weitzel vs. Lara Weitzel Case No. 85C01-2101-DN-13, by the person named above as Petitioner. This summons by publication is specifically directed to Respondent, whose whereabouts are unknown. The nature of this suit against you is a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. An answer or other response in writing to the Petitioner must be filed either by you or your attorney within 30 days after the third publication of this summons, and if you take no action in this case prior to said deadline, the Court can grant a Dissolution of Marriage and make a determination regarding paternity, child custody, child support, maintenance, parenting time, property division (real or personal) and any other distribution of assets and debts. Dated this 14 day of April, 2021. Lori J. Draper Clerk, Wabash Superior/Circuit Court 4/21, 4/28, 5/5/21

City of Wabash Building Commissioner

Notice of Public Hearing before the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Wabash, Indiana

Notice is hereby given on the 27th day of April, 2021, Ryan Carmichael filed with the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Wabash, Indiana, to-wit: for the grant of a (variance).

Notice is hereby given on the 20th day of April, 2021, Tracy White filed with the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Wabash, Indiana, a petition requesting an appeal of a decision by the Building Commissioner of the City of Wabash, Indiana, to-wit: for the grant of a variance. The location and description of the property for which the pond has been requested is 4552S 100W, Wabash, IN. Legal Description PT NE COR SE 1/4 24-27-6 1.5AC; NE COR SE 1/4 26-27-6 1.5AC. The description of the action requested in the petition is a variance and special exception to dig a pond aprox. 150’x50’x4’ to 8’ deep. Will line all water line with stone and a area of 50’x30’ will be 4’ deep with all of bottom to be lined with stone. The pond will outlet to a 8” clay tile 50’ from house. The petition and all necessary information relating thereto will be available for public inspection in the office of the Building Commission of the City of Wabash, Indiana, Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday of each week until the date of the hearing of the petition. A public hearing will be held by said Board on the 20th day of May, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana, at which time all interested persons will have the opportunity to be heard on the matters set forth in the petition.

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James Straws CBI, CFI, CPE Building Commissioner

The location and description of the property for which the variance has been requested is 120 W. Sinclair St., Wabash IN 46992. Lot Number Two Hundred and Twenty (220) in the Original Plat of the Town (now City) of Wabash. The description of the action requested in the petition is: The petitioner seeks a variance to allow for a 12 x 16 foot shed to be placed approximately 5 feet off the east side line of the property aforementioned. Current code calls for the placement of structures 10 feet off of a property’s sidelines. The petition and all necessary information relating thereto will be available for public inspection in the office of the Building Commission of the City of Wabash, Indiana, Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday of each week until the date of the hearing petition. A public hearing will be held by said Board on the 20th day of May, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana, at which time all interested persons will have the opportunity to be heard on the matters set forth in the petition.

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FFW Corporation officials announce quarterly income Officials from FFW Corporation, parent corporation of Crossroads Bank, announced earnings for the quarter and year to date ended March 31, 2021. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the Corporation reported net income of $1,575,000 or $1.38 per common share compared to $1,109,000 or 98 cents per common share for the three months ended March 31, 2020. Net interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2021 was $3,655,000 compared to $3,639,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2020. The provision for loan losses was $165,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2021, and $75,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2020. Total noninterest income was $1,917,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2021, compared to $774,000 for the three months

ended March 31, 2020. Noninterest expense was $3,570,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2021 and $3,067,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2020. For the nine months ended March 31, 2021, the Corporation reported net income of $5,096,000 or $4.46 per common share compared to $3,612,000 or $3.17 per common share for the nine months ended March 31, 2020. Net interest income for the nine months ended March 31, 2021 was $11,089,000 compared to $10,540,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2020. The Company recognized a provision for loan losses of $495,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2021 and $200,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2020. Total noninterest income was $5,713,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2021 compared to

$2,830,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2020. Noninterest expense was $10,255,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2021 and $8,996,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2020. The three and nine months ended March 31, 2021 represented a return on average common equity of 12.00 percent and 13.12 percent, respectively, compared to 9.85 percent and 10.36 percent for the three and nine month periods ended March 31, 2020. The three and nine months ended March 31, 2021 represented a return on average assets of 1.36 percent and 1.44 percent, respectively, compared to 1.05 percent and 1.14 percent, for the three and nine month periods ended March 31, 2020. The allowance for loan losses as a percentage of gross loans receivable was 1.45 percent at March 31, 2021 compared to 1.29

percent at June 30, 2020. Nonperforming assets were $3,187,000 at March 31, 2021 compared to $3,551,000 at June 30, 2020. As of March 31, 2021, FFWC’s equityto-assets ratio was 10.85 percent compared to 10.66 percent at June 30, 2020. Total assets at March 31, 2021 were

$480,837,000 compared to $461,724,000 at June 30, 2020. Shareholders’ equity was $52,179,000 at March 31, 2021 compared to $49,198,000 at June 30, 2020. Crossroads Bank exceeds all applicable regulatory requirements to be considered “well capitalized.”

The Board of Directors has declared a special cash dividend of $1.00 per share of the Company’s common stock. The dividend is payable June 1, 2021 to shareholders of record on May 18, 2021. The Corporation also announced today

that its Board of Directors has approved plans to continue the stock repurchase program for its outstanding stock. The Corporation may suspend or d i s c o n t i n u e repurchases at any time. Repurchases may begin as early as May 1, 2021.

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Arklight Historical Tours gave. first tour on April 22

NHS seniors and entrepreneurs that started Arklight Historical Tours had their first customers on April 22. Keaton Stout, Ethan Galbraith, Clay Herring, and Ben Kissel taught some Metro North kindergarteners Wabash’s history. 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 9 is “Mothering and Mothers” based on Acts 9:36-43. Pastor Mark Wisniewski invites you to worship with them. 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 19. The Lagro Community Church invites you to Sunday School from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and worship service at 10:00 a.m. Dan Snyder will deliver the message May 9 and 23; Aaron Turner will speak on May 16. 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 260-571-

4639. Northfield Honor Students for the last Two Weeks: 4/16/21 - High School-Cassandra French for helping in the front office during a busy time and reading announcements. Jr. High-Kaydence Kerr for helping read out loud in classroom. 4/23/21 - Jr. High Winner-Riley McKillip for being kind and respectful to others. High School Winner-McKenzie Roth for being a semifinalist on the selfreliance award. Upcoming events for Northfield High School: May 3 to May 7 – Teacher Appreciation Week. May 6 – Blood Drive in Rubber Gym, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 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! 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. Metro North is seeking the names of children who are eligible for the Metro

Arklight Historical Tour guides pose with their tour group. Photo provided. North Kindergarten Class for the 2021/2022 school year. If you know of any of these children, have their parents sign them up for Kindergarten RoundUp. For parents of 8th graders: There is an 18-minute video about how to pay for college or career training beyond high school, and earn a $20 scholarship for your 8th grader’s Early Award Scholarship Fund. The link can be found on Northfield’s Facebook page or

http://www.youtube.c om/watch?v=g542OR 2qKZg. Our condolences to the family and friends of Byron Smithers. Lagro Happy Birthdays: May 4 – Carol Good; May 7 – Imogene Gilbert and Cindy McGuire; May 9 – Toni Schaaf. 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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RUMMAGE SALE: 4-H Building on Gillen Avenue. May 7, 9am-5pm & May 8, 9am-2pm. 4 Separate Families under 1 Roof! Household Items, Collectibles and Antiques. YARD SALE: May 7 & 8, 9am-?? 25 Cloverleaf Drive. Chain saws, weed eaters, mowers (1new, still in box), sanders, Skil saws, drills, Sawzalls, socket sets, tools and toolboxes, radial arm saw & miter saw, garden sprayers, extension cords, organizers, water hoses, chains, Shop-Vacs, vacuum cleaners, pool filters, patio umbrellas, Coleman lanterns, step ladders, new area rug, battery power tools, weight set, drill press, shelving (new metal & plastic), new grill & Weber charcoal grill, new 2” wood window blinds, fertilizer spreaders, gas cans, golf clubs & bags, lawn & garden tools, edgers. Too much to mention so come & see!

North Manchester BIG SALE: 4 Families! Thursday, 5/6 & Friday, 5/7, 8am-7pm both days. Newborn clothing (up to size 8, boys and 6/7, girls), Dr. Brown bottles, Jumperoo, lots of baby stuff, car seats, holiday items, craft items, chairs, car ramps, shoes, purses, books, toys, a few small appliances, CD’s, DVD’s and cassettes. Lots of miscellaneous. 5910 E. 1250 S., North Manchester. Look for signs!

LARGE, MULTIFAMILY Garage Sale: 607 E. 6th Street, North Manchester. Friday, May 7th, 8am-4pm & Saturday, May 8th, 8am1pm. Furniture, Desk, Table, Chairs, Keurig Coffee Machines, Mini Air Fryer, Blender, Sweeper, Toasters, Knife Set, Cooler, Microwave, Vintage items, Puzzles, Kitchen items, Vintage Boxed Avon items, Purses, Totes, Bags, and Toys. Brand new in box items, Wholesale resale items, Men & Women clothes, and much more. Many items in Vinyl Zippered Bags. All items priced to sell with over 300+ items $1.00 or less. Clean, Organized Sale. Stop by and find a great deal.

LaFontaine GARAGE SALE: 303 N. Wabash Avenue, LaFontaine. 2008 Hybrid travel trailer, miscellaneous lamps, decorator items, firewood and miscellaneous. Friday, 5/7, 1-6p, and Saturday, 5/8, 7:30amNoon.

Metropolitan School District of Wabash County currently has an opening for a

Full-time Custodian A custodian is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the health and safety standards of our schools. Ability to make basic repairs may also be required. Work hours will be 3:15pm - 11:45pm, Monday through Friday. Successful applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent and have passed a skills test. Interested persons may apply online at

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Executive Director/ Program Administrator 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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