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Construction at PHS continues, time capsule found By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com Expansion construction continues at Peru High School with everything running on schedule. This, along with the discovery of a time capsule from 1969 has Peru High School Principal, Paul Frye, happy with the project so far. Frye said there haven’t been many problems with the project so far, inside or outside of the school. “The biggest one would just be on a few occasions, the noise. We have emptied out Senior Hall, so people are a little further away from the construction. When they have the jackhammer going, it gets kind of loud. The company, Brown and Brown, has been really good and helpful and we meet every other Tuesday. If I have concerns, they try to solve any problems. They try to keep the bigger stuff for when we aren’t here, like Fall break. While dealing with the occasional noise, the mess outside of the building, and teachers moved to other halls, Frye feels in the end everyone, including taxpayers, will benefit from the expansion. “The expansion is going to benefit the students because our enrollment has been decreasing in size and it’s been difficult for the school system and taxpayers to try and keep both buildings up to par as far as maintenance and redoing things. While I certainly want the seventh and eighth graders to have their own identity, as a taxpayer and as an educator I thought it was the best move. Even though this is the new high school for those who have been around Peru for a long time, it’s 50 years old. If you look around, there are updates that need to be done. I think getting them all in the same building so they can focus on financing and redoing one building instead of two is a benefit. I think that the new graduation pathways that our seniors have to follow, getting more teachers under one roof and getting use of our resources for our teachers will benefit the younger kids and help with graduation in the end,” Frye explained. The changes being made at Peru High School include an addition to the west side of the building (which will make the school more secure for staff and students), remodeling classrooms and adding two new science rooms. “They are building a secure entryway, which with our most recent threat assessment, is definitely a need for this building. Most of our other buildings are more secure as far as when visitors sign in. They’re in a fishbowl and until you find out who they are and where they are going, they are isolated. When they’re beeped in here (PHS), they can literally be any where before we can get to them. This will be great for the safety of our students. All visitors will have to enter through the front doors, but students do not have to.
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In the top left photo, construction continues at Peru High School that will include an addition on the west side of the school. The top right photo is the time capsule found in the cornerstone of PHS. In the bottom photo are some of the itmes found inside the time capsule at PHS. Photos by Michelle Boswell We will have the entrances staffed like we usually do, and the doors will be unlocked. Any parent or visitor should expect to enter on the Broadway side of the building,” Frye said. Frye added there will be additional parking on the west side of the building for visitors. With the construction happening on the west side of the school where many parents dropped off their children for the school day, concerns over morning congestion were a given for all involved. “It actually has been going better than we thought it would. Parents have been very, very cooperative. The
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PHS only issue we have is we’ll get a line of cars behind some of our student parking and it kind of stagnates them from backing up and getting out, but everyone has really been listening to directions and we are pleased. I think next year we’ll have a bus drop off down here at the end from the junior high and there will be less traffic. I think we’ll be in better shape,” Frye said. A year-long project can seem like a long time for those in the midst of the construction, but Frye is positive the wait will be worth it because of the expected end result. “Right now, this is a building project designed to mainly accept the seventh and eighth grade into this building. All of the seventh and eighth grade rooms will be redone. Where we’re sitting now (front office) is going to be a couple of new science rooms so we’re looking forward to that. I’m really looking forward to the office staff having that secure entrance. It will take a lot of worries off of us. It doesn’t take all the worries away, but it will be a lot more manageable, and you know who is in the building and where they are and that will make things a lot easier. We devote a lot of resources to safety and security at Peru Community Schools and I wish we could spend that on other things, but it’s obviously needed right now so we will continue to do so,” he said. While the project will take a year to complete, changes for the front office staff will happen as soon as December. “This is a year-long project, and the company has assured us they are on track. So come December, my office staff will be able to move out into the new office area and they (Brown and Brown) will begin remodeling in here (current front office). All the teachers in this wing (Senior Hall located in the lower west wing) were relocated last year and they are going to transition into fixing these rooms up and then redoing this whole area. There will be a nicer guidance suite in the back of us which is definitely needed. A lot of kids have high needs and our counselors’ offices are tiny. We will be glad to get them some more room so they can be more efficient and be a little more confidential. The walls, even in my office, are temporary walls and with my deep voice, they can hear me right through them. You wouldn’t want that in a counseling situation where there are some privacy concerns. I’m thankful for that, looking forward to that for the kids and looking forward to it being over so
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continued from Page 1 everybody can get back to normal,” Frye shared. In any construction project, surprises can happen, but luckily the surprise discovered at PHS is an exciting one. “We did discover a time capsule in the cornerstone in the front of the building. We are getting ready to make a new one and we’re going to put all the stuff we found back in it and then we’re going to add our own stuff. The capsule has to be bronzed and sealed so it doesn’t get weathered. Although the cornerstone says 1970, items included in the time capsule were from 1969,” said Frye. Some items in the time capsule were a 1969 Peruvian Newspaper (the
school newspaper), the senior edition; a copy of the June 25, 1969, edition of the Peru Tribune with a story about the time capsule being placed in the cornerstone; minted coins from 1969; a photograph with names of the Peru School Board and a parent-teacher association calendar. According to the article printed in the local newspaper, the “Masonic ceremony was performed by the Grand Lodge of Indiana, F. & A.M., and was presided over by Grand Master Robert P. Joyce. The invocation was given by the Rt. Rev. Arthur A. Sego of St. Charles Catholic Church. The Rev. Barney Stephens,
pastor of the First Christian Church, offered the benediction. Music was provided by the Peru High School Brass Ensemble, under the direction of James Noble. The Masonic ceremony included the actual laying of the stone permanently as no temporary of symbolic laying of the stone is permitted under Masonic Law. It was the first time the Masons conducted a cornerstone laying since 1909 at the Miami County Courthouse.” Although they haven’t determined all the items that will be put into the new time capsule, Principal Frye said they do have some items in mind for their time cap-
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Obituaries Debra (Debbie) Davis Maxwell, 67
Patricia Ann Sturgill, 85
Kenneth Hugh McCarty, 78
Debra (Debbie) Davis Maxwell, 67, passed away peacefully Monday, Sept. 27, 2021, at 1:50 p.m., surrounded by family at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Ft. Wayne Indiana. Debbie was born June 17, 1954, in Kokomo, Indiana, to Robert and Lily (Wier) Davis. She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Lily Overman, Robert Davis, and brother Johnny Overman. Debbie is survived by her husband Lonnie “Bruce” Maxwell, children Eric (Shannon) Thrall, Brad (Colleen) Thrall, Shannon (Jason) Pier, and siblings Sharon Lowther, Lowell (Summer) Parson, Bill (Lily) Overman, and Mark (Lisa) Overman. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, Brittney (Josh), Megan (Derek), Johnathan, Danielle (Chase), Chelsea (Daltyn), Bradley, Blake, Evan, Paige, Miranda (Chrissy), Sierra (Seth), and Madison; as well as 13 great-grandchildren Liam, Landen, Lexi, Jameson, Joelle, Cole, Clay, Piper, Zoe, Kenzie, Jordan, Lucas, and Ryleigh, along with several nieces and nephews. Debbie graduated from Ivy Tech Community College with an Accounting Degree. She enjoyed spending time with her family, taking care of her dogs, Diamond painting, and Bingo. Visitation and a celebration of Debbie’s life was held at FlowersLeedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021. Services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, with pastor Rod Correll officiating. Burial will take place at Ever-Rest Memorial Park in Logansport, Indiana. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Patricia Ann Sturgill, 85, of Peru, Indiana passed away Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, in Peru, Indiana. Pat was born in Peru July 15, 1936. She is the daughter of Elmer and Roxie Baldwin (Peru). In 1956, she married Blane E. Sturgill. In 1961, she married Robert Lawrence Kinnunen, who preceded her in death in May 1985. Pat worked many places in her lifetime, but her favorite was her work in the Peru Junior High School Cafeteria where she worked until her illness would no longer allow it. She was very much looking forward to going back one day. She is survived by three of her children, Tara (Steve) Bradley (Peru), Robert (Jami) Kinnunen (Milwaukee), and Penny Stone (Converse). Numerous loved grandchildren, Kenny (Ashley) Maxwell (Denver), David (Jarred Corwin) Maxwell (Indianapolis), Kerissa (Jay) Klingshirn (Peru), Katelyn and Rachel Kinnunen (Pennsylvania), Cassandra and Crestlyn Albright (Milwaukee), Janet Bradley (Peru), Jordan (Gavriella) Bradley (Peru). Very close to her heart were her great- grandchildren, Bricyn Kinnunen, Payzlee Klingshirn, Kyndrah Maxwell, Cynthia Maxwell, Alyssah Maxwell, Aiden Bradley, Jade, Duane, Brandon, and Paula Corwin-Maxwell. As well as several dear nieces and nephews. In addition, to her parents she was preceded in death by one son, Chad Kinnunen, sisters, Frances Raver, Juanita Hunt, and brother Wilford Baldwin. Friends called from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021, at Flowers- Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. A funeral service followed at 3 p.m., with pastor Jordan Bradley, Pat’s Grandson, officiating. Burial was at Mount Hope Cemetery, Peru, Indiana. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to FlowersLeedy Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Kenneth Hugh McCarty, 78, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully at 12:50 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, at Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, Arizona. He was born July 7, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio. He was a longtime resident of Peru and was a retired auto dealer. He is survived by five children, Kenneth Michael McCarty of Showlow, Arizona, Tila Kienitz and husband John of Gilbert, Arizona, Paula Ann Behrend of Salt Lake City, Utah, Kevin McCarty and wife Sandra of Peru, and Jill Gillespie and husband Nate of Kokomo. Also, sister Joan Palmer of Costa Mesa, California, along with 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and his beloved fur baby, Princess. There were no public services. A private burial took place at Mount Hope Cemetery in Peru. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
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Tom Trevithick, 88
Tom Trevithick, 88, of LaGrange Park, IL and long-time resident of Chili/Peru, Indiana, died peacefully Sept. 24, 2021. Tom was born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan, to the late Melvin and Olive Jean Trevithick. After serving in the Korean War, Tom graduated from Lawrence Technical Institute in Detroit, Michigan, with a degree in Industrial Management. After graduation, Tom met and married Barbara (nee Austin). They were married for 43 years. He took a role at Square D, moving from Dearborn to Lexington, Kentucky, and finally landing in Peru. Tom served as the Plant Manager for Square D until 1976. The life of a local store owner and entrepreneur attracted Tom when he purchased the local McKinney’s TV and Appliance store. After 20+ years Tom and Barbara left McKinney’s moving on to owning and managing Universal Fan, a local industrial fan cover manufacturer until retirement. Tom served as a member of the Peru Kiwanis and on the Board of the Peru YMCA. He was a founding member of the Miller Community Pool. Tom was an avid and passionate golfer and could be frequently found on the local courses. Sonja H. Plunkett, 72 He also enjoyed fishing and looked Sonja H. Plunkett, 72, of Peru passed forward to his annual trip to Red away at 5 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, at Lake in Canada. Tom was an advenher residence. She was born in Frankturous traveler, having visited 76 diffurt, Germany July ferent countries over his lifetime. 6, 1949, the daughTom was the beloved husband of the ter of Helmut and Alfrieda Barron. late Barbara; loving father of Christy Sonja married Mar(Randy) Weimer of Chicago and vin Plunkett on Stephen (Gayle) of Peru; fond grandDec. 10, 1966, and he father of Marc (Maggie), Ellyn, survives. Matthew Weimer, Christopher, Austin Sonja was a loving and Jensen Trevithick, and stepwife, mother and grandfather of Jennings and Jerral oma (grandmother) Deford; great-grandfather of Thomas; who loved her daughters and grandchilcherished brother of Mary Ann dren beyond measure. Her funny and viRoberts of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas, brant personality always made her the life of the party. She was dearly loved and and the late Barry. He is survived by many extended family members. will be greatly missed. A visitation was held Friday, Oct. 1 In addition to her husband Marvin, Sonja is survived by her daughters Sufrom 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the sanne Traux and her husband Norm of Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 Logansport, Indiana, and Tanya Ebert W. Main St. Peru. A funeral service and her husband Timothy of Peru, Indiwas held Saturday, Oct 2, 2021, at 11 ana, and her grandchildren Ryan Pluna.m. at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral kett of Fr. Wayne, Indiana, and Marley Home with Rev. Bette Thompson offiWatson (Cameron Bailey) of Peru. ciating. Interment followed at Chili Friends and family will gather from 3 Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorip.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, 2021, at the als may be made to the Alzheimer’s Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Association at www.alz.org or Main St., Peru. A private interment will through Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral be held at Mount Hope Cemetery. Home to Peru High School-Fine Arts In lieu of flowers memorial contribuDepartment. tions may be made through the funeral home to the American Cancer Society.
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Obituaries Mary Margaret Lawrence (Stewart), 97
Mary Margaret Lawrence (Stewart), 97, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in North Manchester, Indiana, Sept. 27, 2021. Mary was born July 25, 1924, in Peru, Indiana, where she lived most of her life. Mary was a graduate of Peru High School and went on to spend 35 years (1944-1979) as a loyal employee of Indiana Bell (later AT&T). She married her husband Herbert L. Lawrence, Peru, Christmas Day in 1949. They had two daughters, three granddaughters and five great grandchildren and enjoyed 70 loving years together before Herb's passing in 2020. She was a loving wife and mother and an active grandmother who is remembered for all of the big and little ways she showed her love to them every day. She enjoyed playing cards, sewing, quilting, reading, and baking pies and homemade noodles for her family, friends, and church family. Mary was an active, life-long member of the Peru Church of the Brethren. She joined the church on a mission trip to Honduras in 1997 and volunteered in her local community throughout her life, including as a hospital volunteer. Mary is survived by her two daughters, Lynn (the late Rick) Truitt and Lesa (David) Noonan; her grandchildren, Angela (Chris) Lawson, Maggie (Neal) Young, and Molly (Jared) Zentz; and her greatgrandchildren, Kylee and Kaiden Lawson and Brooks, Finley and Sloane Young. She was preceded in death by her husband Herb and his loving family who became her own, her father William J. Stewart, Sr., and her mother Cleta Marie Gable, who died when Mary was only four years old. She was also preceded in death by her elder brother William J. Stewart, Jr. and her loving grandparents, William L. Stewart and Margaret Stephens who cared for her much of her childhood. The family is comforted in knowing she has been reunited with her family in heaven. A service celebrating the life of Mary Lawrence was held at the Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel, 411 N. Grant Street, Peru, Indiana Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, at 2 p.m. with pastor Phil Troxell officiating. Friends and family will gather for visitation at 1 p.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations be made to the Peru Church of The Brethren. Arrangements have been entrusted to Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 West Main St., Peru, Indiana, 46970.
Judy C. Rice, 79
Vern Stanley Eikenberry, 83
Daniel J. Donaldson, 78
Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Judy C. Rice, 79, of Peru passed away at 4:15 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Buffalo, New York, June 11, 1942, the daughter of Elmer and Caroline Hoffmann Schroeder. Judy married Ira “Ike” Rice, Jr. on Feb. 14, 1961, at Harlingen Air Force Base in Texas and he survives. Judy was a 1960 graduate of South Park High School in Buffalo, New York, a member of Lady of Grace in Maricopa, Arizona, St. Charles Catholic Church and the Altar and Rosary Society. She was also a member of the OWC from 1963 to 1984 and of the Women’s International Bowling Congress from 1958 – 2009. Judy was employed as an office cashier for Murphy & Company, Buffalo, NY 1958 – 1960, a teller and assistant branch manager with the Peru Trust Company from 1979-1996 and served as a payroll clerk for American Stationary from 1999 until her retirement in 2012. Judy coached youth bowling at Hillcrest Lanes and Grissom Air Force Base from 1974 – 1998 and she was a licensed realtor for the state of Indiana. She also served as the Parkview Height’s Treasurer for many years. Surviving in addition to her husband, Ike, are her sons Peter Rice and his wife Tresha of Peru and Brian Rice of Peru; her daughter Lynne Stanforth and her husband Kyle of Casa Grande, Arizona; a brother Jay Schroeder and his wife Terri of Orlando, Florida; grandchildren Chanelle Stanforth, Devon (Erica) Stanforth, Peyton (Myreete) Stanforth, Amanda Rice and her fiancé Charlie Lawson, Allison (Sam) Dick, Kristen Rice, and Andrew Rice; and great grandchildren Penelope Stanforth, Theo Stanforth, Drake & Keegan Parker, Beckett Spear, Jaiden, Gavin and Noah Spear, Gwenyth Stanforth, Isla Stanforth and Weston Dick. A service celebrating the life of Judy C. Rice will be held at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru with Rev. Kyle Nederer officiating. Burial will be in the Marion National Cemetery. Family and friends will gather from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made through the funeral home to St. Charles Catholic Church.
Vern Stanley Eikenberry passed away peacefully in his home on Sept. 28, 2021, in Peru, Indiana at the age of 83. Stan was born Dec. 10, 1937, in his parents’ home in Peru. He spent his youth helping on the family farm and graduated from Jefferson Township High School in 1955. Stan served in the military until his father passed in 1961. Stan was an avid farmer retiring from Musselman Farms. Stan married his wife, Donna Adkins, April 5, 1985. Stan is survived by his wife, Donna K. Adkins; sisters, Helen Underwood (Harvey) (Rochester) and Jane Dobel (Bob) (Niles, Michigan); children, Troy Eikenberry (Susie), (Rochester), Trent Eikenberry (Regina), (Elkhart), Todd Eikenberry (Bob) (Safety Harbor, Florida), Justin Eikenberry (Josh), (Peru), Kevin Butler, (Peru), and Brett Damron, (Peru); grandchildren, Trevor Eikenberry, Shelby Eikenberry, Evan Eikenberry, Eric Eikenberry and Braxton Butler; and seven great grandchildren. Stan is preceded in death by his father Vern G. Eikenberry mother Nondus T. Eikenberry, daughter Michelle Williams and several other friends and family. Stan was known by many, and he truly considered everyone to be family. Stan was an amazing father and husband who always led the family with compassion and love in his eyes. He was a man with a heart of gold who was always there for everyone he cared for. He loved nothing more than sharing stories and laughter with everyone he met. Stan always had a way to make a person smile, even if he was playing a practical joke on his wife or his neighbors. Stan was a scare actor in his son’s haunted house and absolutely loved scaring alongside his wife, Donna, during haunt season. He was never afraid to tell people how proud he was of all of his boys in all of the adventures life set them on. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana. Stan’s son, Trent Eikenberry, will officiate the ceremony. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Visitation was from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, Indiana. The family would like to thank all their friends, family, and neighbors for all the love and support for Stan throughout the years. Stan truly never met a stranger, only a friend. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
Daniel J. Donaldson, 78, Denver, passed away Wednesday evening, Sept. 29, 2021, at Dukes Memorial Hospital. Born January 27, 1943, in Peru, Indiana, he was the son of the late James L. Donaldson and Gayle Louise (Dewald) Donaldson. On Oct. 5, 1963, at the Mexico Church of the Brethren, he was married to the former Holly Lee Weimer, and she survives. Danny was a 1961 graduate of Jefferson Township High School in Mexico, Indiana. He was a longtime grain farmer in the North Miami Community. He was a devout Christian and currently attended New Life Church in Rochester, Indiana. Over the years he shared his time and talents with his church congregations with his keyboard skills, booming baritone voice, and his calming spirit-always willing to offer a comforting and gentle prayer to someone in need. He spent many hours enjoying different recreational activities over the years including drag racing, tractor pulling, old-timers basketball games, hunting, and slow-pitch church softball league. Survivors include his wife Holly Donaldson, Denver; two children, Mike Donaldson, Denver; and Phil Donaldson, Warsaw; one brother, John (Mary Ann) Donaldson, Peru; three grandchildren, Garrett Donaldson, Plainfield; Sarah Donaldson, Logansport; and Rachel Donaldson, Macy; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Lana Linde. No public services are being held, however, the family will hold a private graveside memorial at Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico, Indiana. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
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Peru Tennis Team Sectional Champions
Peru Tigers compete in Cross Country meet Written by Peru Cross Country
The Peru High School Tennis Team became Sectional Champions for the fourth year in a row. They defeated Maconaquah and
Manchester to earn the title. They are coached by Michael Saine.Photo provided.
Sports Schedule Maconaquah Thursday, Oct. 7 5:30 p.m. – Girls Seventh Grade Volleyball, RRC Round 2 – Home 5:30 p.m. – Girls Eighth Grade Volleyball, RRC Round 2 – Home 6 p.m. – Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Tipton High School 6 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball @ Tipton High School 7 p.m. – Girls Varsity Soccer, IHSAA Girls Soccer Sectional Game No. 4 – Home Friday, Oct. 8 7 p.m. – Boys Varsity Football @ Manchester Junior/Senior High School Saturday, Oct. 9 9 a.m. – Girls Varsity Volleyball, Maconaquah Invitational – Home 9 a.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball, Maconaquah Invitational – Home 10:30 a.m. – Boys Varsity Cross Country @ Logansport. IHSAA Sectional 10:30 a.m. – Girls Varsity Cross Country @ Logansport. IHSAA Sectional 7 p.m. – Girls Varsity Soccer, IHSAA Sectional Championship – Home Monday, Oct. 11 6 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Football vs. Manchester Junior/Senior High School – Home North Miami Wednesday, Oct. 6 5 p.m. – Sixth Grade Volleyball, Columbia 6GA/Logansport Junior High School – Home 6 p.m. – Eighth Grade Football vs. Eastern Middle School – Home 6 p.m. – Boys Varsity
Soccer, Sectionals Winamac @ Rochester 6 p.m. – Seventh Grade Football vs. Eastern Middle School – Home Thursday, Oct. 7 5 p.m. - Sixth Grade Volleyball at Sharp Creek Elementary – Northfield 5:30 p.m. – Seventh Grade Volleyball, RRC Tourney Round 2 – Home 5:30 p.m. – Eighth Grade Volleyball, RRC Tourney, Round 2 – Home 6 p.m. – Varsity Volleyball vs. Northfield High School – Home 6 p.m. – Junior Varsity Volleyball vs. Northfield High School – Home 7 p.m. – Girls Varsity Soccer, Sectional LaVille High School @ Argos Friday, Oct. 8 7 p.m. – Varsity Football vs. Rochester High School – Home Saturday, Oct. 9 9 a.m. – Junior Varsity Volleyball, Whitko Invitational @ South Whitley 9 a.m. – Girls Varsity Cross Country, IHSAA Sectionals @ Culver 9 a.m. – Boys Varsity Cross Country, IHSAA Sectionals @ Culver 9 a.m. – Varsity Volleyball, Whitko Invitational @ South Whitley 9 a.m. – Seventh Grade Volleyball, RRC Final Four @ Wabash 9 a.m. – Eighth Grade Volleyball, RRC Final Four @ Wabash 2 p.m. – Boys Varsity Soccer, IHSAA Sectional Finals @ Argos Monday, Oct. 11 6 p.m. – Sixth Grade Volleyball @ Western Middle School Tuesday, Oct. 12
5 p.m. – Sixth Grade Volleyball vs. Blair Pointe – Home 5:30 p.m. – Seventh Grade Football @ Northfield Middle School 5:30 p.m. – Eighth Grade Football @ Northfield Middle School Peru Wednesday, Oct. 6 5 p.m. – Boys Varsity Tennis, Regionals Thursday, Oct. 7 12:30 p.m. – Girls Seventh and Eighth Grade Volleyball 5:30 p.m. – Girls Seventh and Eighth Grade Volleyball, RRC, Round 2 6 p.m. – Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Wabash High School 6 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball @ Wabash High School Friday, Oct. 8 7 p.m. – Boys Varsity Football @ Northfield Junior/Senior High School Saturday, Oct. 9 9 a.m. – Girls Varsity Volleyball @ North Miami Tourney 10 a.m. – Girls Seventh and Eighth Grade Volleyball @ Southwood High School 10 a.m. – Girls Seventh and Eighth Grade Volleyball @ RRC Finals 10:30 a.m. – Co-ed Cross Country Sectional Monday, Oct. 11 6 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Football vs. Northfield Junior/Senior High School – Home Tuesday, Oct. 12 5:30 p.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Football vs. Manchester Junior High School – Home
The Peru Tigers competed at the TRC Cross-Country Meet at Tippecanoe Valley High School. The boys team placed sixth out of ten teams with Aiden Stewart earning AllConference with a 12th place finish and a career PR time of 18:16. Placing second for Peru and 21st overall was Leland Brown with a time of 19:21. Placing third for Peru and 32nd overall was Landon Caldwell with a time of 20:21. Placing fourth for Peru and 41st overall was Cody Legg with a time of 21:43. Placing fifth for Peru and 47th overall was Cian Hazlett with a time of 22:00. Placing sixth for Peru and 51st overall was Jalen May with a time of 22:14. Placing seventh for Peru and 53rd overall was Zach
Smithers with a time of 22:16 and placing eighth for Peru and 55th overall was Aireian Knight with a time of 22:47. The girls team did not place today as five runners are needed to score as a team. The girls ran well individually with Skyler Miser earning a career PR. Placing first for Peru and 33rd overall was Madi Nallenweg with a time of 25:13. Placing second for Peru and 41st overall was Chloe Holler with a time of 27:44. Placing third for Peru and 42nd overall was Anna Roush with a time of 28:22 and placing fourth for Peru and 45th overall was Skyler Miser with a time of 30:42. The Tigers return to action Saturday, Oct. 9 at the IHSAA Sectional at Logansport High School.
Friday Night Football action!
In the top photo, North Miami’s Lucas Keim (22) looks for running room behind blockers in the Warriors’ football game against Wabash on Friday night. The Apaches won, 48-7. Photo by Joseph Slacian
In the bottom photo, Peru’s Alex Ross carries the football while avoiding the defense of the Southwood Knights on Friday, Oct. 1. The Tigers beat the Knights, 33-14. Photo by Michelle Boswell
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Cross Country Contests
In the left photo, North Miami’s Ethan Johnson and Peru’s Cody Legg battle for position in the boys Three Rivers Conference cross country race at Tippecanoe Valley High School on Saturday. Rochester won the boys team championship. Maconaquah finished fourth and Peru finished sixth. North Miami didn’t have a complete team. In the right photo, Macoaquah’s Abby Jordan races to the finish line Saturday to win the girls Three Rivers Conference cross country race at Tippecanoe Valley High School. Rochester won the girls team championship, while the Lady Brves finished second. Peru and North Miami also competed, but didn’t have complete teams. Photos by Joseph Slacian
Troopers arrest 5 people On Sunday, Sept. 26, a parole compliance check in Peru, Indiana, led to the arrests of Norman Titus, 52, Nichole Wilder, 35, Earl Wilder, 53, all from Peru, IN. Also arrested were John Marks, 48, Logansport, IN, and Phillip Lopez, 44, rural Kokomo, Indiana. Nichole Wilder, Earl Wilder, Titus, and Lopez were incarcerated in the Miami County Jail to face charges for possession of methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a syringe, and possession of heroin. Nichole and Earl Wilder also face maintaining a common nuisance charge while Lopez faces visiting a common nuisance charge. Marks was incarcerated on three separate Cass County arrest warrants for failure to appear for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, false informing, and operating
a vehicle while never having been a licensed driver. Sunday at approximately 7:35 a.m., Trooper Steven Glass and Senior Trooper Mike Meiser were requested by Indiana State Parole to assist their officer with a compliance check on Earl Wilder’s residence at 2934 South 300 West Lot 220, Peru, IN. While assisting with the check troopers allegedly found suspected methamphetamine, MDMA, multiple syringes, heroin, drug paraphernalia, and marijuana. Officers also found Marks hiding inside a closet in the home. Nichole and Earl Wilder, as well as Titus, reside in the home. Marks and Lopez were visiting. All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
was reported at 1688 E 1275 S, Kokomo. No one around it parked inside the driveway. This is the second time this has happened in a month with the same vehicle. Before officers left the property, a male and female exited the residence from an upstairs bedroom. The male was a house guest for the last four months of the complainant and the female was a welcomed overnight guest of his. The female was allowed to leave the property after being identified.
The male was advised to pack his belongings and leave by the homeowner. He was no longer welcome in the property. Nothing further was needed by the homeowner at that time. Two females at 45023 Little Rock CT, Peru were arguing in the street. Parties were separated. Indiana State Police handled the call. A controlled substance problem was reported at 570 E 900 N, North Miami Middle/High School, Den-
Police Reports Miami County Sheriff ’s Department September 26 A suspicious package or item was reported at 2309 N Foreman Dr, Peru. Assault was reported at 2078 W St. Rd. 18, Kokomo. Domestic disturbance was reported at 44043 Macdill CT, Peru. A single vehicle property damage crash occurred at 6047 E 800 N, Denver. Indiana State Police arrested one male for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. A traffic accident with injuries was reported at 5054 N U.S. 31, Peru. A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 2934 S 300 W, Lot 220, Woodland Hills Mobile Home Park, Peru. Officers spoke to a female at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Peru over the phone who had questions about a civil issue. Threats were reported at 85 W Franklin St, Peru. Complainant did not want charges filed. For record only at this time. A suspicious package or item was reported at 2308 W Airport Rd, Peru. All checked okay. September 28 A prowler was reported at 1014 N Lin-
coln St, Peru. A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 2934 S 300 W, Lot 220, Woodland Hills Mobile Home Park, Peru. Criminal mischief was reported at 2847 S Hilltop Dr, Apt. 5, Peru. Trespassing was reported at 3645 N U.S. 31, Peru. A car vs mobile home accident occurred at 501 W 10th St, Hi N Dri Court, Peru. One taken to Dukes for medical clearance. A single vehicle crash occurred at
3660 N U.S. 31, Peru. No injuries were reported. Domestic disturbance was reported at 5686 E 375 S, Woody’s Spillway Camp and Bait, 7 E Back Row, Peru. Officers responded to the area of 44012 Macdill CT, Peru for an altercation between juveniles. Report taken. Officers responded to the area of 2908 W 200 N, Calvary Temple Assembly of God, Peru for a juvenile runaway. Juvenile was located and retuned to an individ-
ual that was approved by the guardian. September 29 A verbal domestic and dog bite case was reported at 1115 Barksdale Ave, Peru. Officers spoke with a caller and his son at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Peru in reference to juvenile issues. Assistance was given. An unconscious person was reported at 4101 W Logansport Rd, Peru. A possible domestic dispute occurred at 1134 E St. Rd. 124,
Peru. No visible signs of injury. Neither party would provide a statement regarding the situation. A head-on collision occurred at N St. Rd. 19 and E 900 N, Denver. One patient flown out for treatment. The other patient refused medical treatment. Crash report. September 30 A missing person was reported at 1539 W 600 S, King’s Court Mobile Home Park, Lot 8, Peru. Took report regarding false informing. A suspicious vehicle
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ver. Domestic disturbance was reported at 2811 S U.S. 31, Peru. A caller at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Peru was advised he is to get kids today. Caller stated mother
of children is keeping them because of COVID. A driving under the influence case was reported at S 500 W and W Logansport Rd, Peru. Officers were unable to locate a possible intoxicated
driver. October 1 An animal problem was reported at 1717 S Lincoln St, Peru. Trespassing was reported at 5851 S U.S. 31, Cedar Creek Mobile Home Park, Lot
Auction PUBLIC AUCTION Wabash County Fairgrounds Bob Elrod Building (Farm Bureau) 660 Gillen Ave. Wabash, IN 46992 Saturday Oct. 9, 2021 10:00 AM HOUSEHOLD AND MISC. Electric double reclining couch; wall clock; wall hangings and décor; patio table and chairs w/ cushions; hand painted buckets; kitchen knife block; MAYTAG WASHER AND ELECTRIC DRYER (new in 2017); Kenmore upright freezer; dining room table w/ leaf and 6 chairs; painted wooden bowl; full size bed with mattress & box springs, chest, dresser; roll top desk; bird cages; 2 book shelves; small tv and entertainment center; sofa; end tables; round front curio cabinet; rug; luggage; hand painted dresser; plate shelf; queen size bedroom suit (bed; chest; dresser, night stand); 8 gun cabinet; quilt rack; wooden chairs; picture frames; 2 sets complete sets of plates, bowls, etc.; Samsung flat screen tv; MAGIC CHEF COUNTER TOP ICE MAKER; misc dishes, pans, kitchen items; Life styler electric tread mill; lots and lots of misc items. ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES 4 or 5 Metal COCA-COLA coolers in great condition; Several pcs yellow Carnival glass; Granit and enamel pans and bucket; DIETZ lanterns; lanterns; wooden hutch; SELLERS CABINET w/ FLOUR BIN; Joe Rice bell paper weight; several cook books; Santa Claus suit; flour sifter; beanie babies; 70 +/- Memories of Yesterday figurines; Longaberger baskets; handmade palm leaf basket; baskets; Christmas decorations; SHIVELY’S MILK BOTTLES; glass milk bottles; BOYD’s bears collectors miniature boxes(all have the mouse in them); FURLONG bridge painting; 9-11 newspaper articles; cedar chest; boxes of tins (some mars co., oreos etc.) MTD metal red wagon; Monmouth Pottery #2 crock; Wabash county history book and papers; misc items. Owners: Chris and Ken Benson
Auctioneer: Tony Stout (765) 244-0534 IN LIC# AU08600979 Cash, good check or credit card w/ 4% convenience fee. Auction note: The Bensons are downsizing, these items have been very well cared for. Not responsible for accidents, or items after “sold” make your own inspections day of auction and bid accordingly. Food and restroom available.
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17, Peru. A caller at 3076 E Circus Lane, Peru reported the sign for the Circus Hall of Fame had been damaged sometime prior to 6 pm on 9/31/2021. It appears that a semi might have been backing into the drive and hit the sign, breaking two posts, and knocking the sign off. Damage is less than one thousand dollars. Report for record only. An animal problem was reported at 35061 Altus CT, Peru. A 15-year-old complainant at 6301 E 290 S, Peru accidentally dialed 911. No problem was reported. The father was spoken with, and everything was checked okay. A driving under the influence issue was reported at W Broadway St. and S U.S. 31, Bunker Hill. Harassment was reported at 2544 E 550 N, Peru. A suspicious package or item was reported at E St. Rd. 124 and S 510 E, Peru. Threats were reported at 41011 Gunter CT, Peru.
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Jerry Owen Webster, 83, Macy, Indiana, passed away at 3:35 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, at his residence. Born at Dukes Hospital in Peru, Indiana, Jan. 10, 1938, he was the son of Berton Owen Webster and Mildred Josephine Madary (Webster) Austin and was the grandson of Bert Webster and Maude Waymire Webster. Jerry was a 1956 graduate of Peru High School where he was active as a yell leader, member of the choir, and a member of the first swing choir under the direction of Jim Noble. Jerry was also very active in plays, and music school productions. After one year of college, Jerry was drafted into the United States Army. Jerry started a floral business in an old hip roof building willed to him by an aunt. Along with his dad, Berty, they renovated the building into a silk floral house and then added fresh flowers and plants. Many parties, weddings and school orders kept them busy and growing, along with funerals and requests for special events. Within one year, they were doing weddings (sometimes two each week), providing the flowers, decorations, and cakes. The one business soon split into two: one floral and setups, and the other a complete food and rental service. Jo’s Bakery later took off, providing the same services for party rentals and supplies as the flower business continued to grow. The floral work tripled, and Jerry was approached about a shop in Rochester. Dorothy Irene Baird and her son, David, led the task of opening the shop across from the airport in Rochester. Always keeping a keen eye and looking at the current trends, Jerry attended professional design and style shows, home shows, and many
more to increase the potential of the business. Then came the begging call of the Miami County area, “Please bring your style and design to our area.” Within six months, it was ready with a grand opening one week before Mother’s Day. As the business trended more towards Peru, the shops closed in Rochester and Macy. Webster’s Florist operated in Peru since 1975 and continues to provide service to Miami County. The business was even able to stay open and operate after a devastating fire Sept. 28, 2000, and then opening the new building and retail shop in May 2001, just in time again for Mother’s Day. Jerry loved all of his business friendships and working with the community, especially providing flowers for the Honeywell Center in Wabash for many different functions over the years. Mr. Webster retired in 2020, and Jerry’s legacy, Webster’s Florist, survives under the managing eye of longtime business partner, David L. Baird, Macy; and the phenomenal staff who will continue the great traditions of providing beauty, style, and great service to all of Miami County and surrounding areas. Also surviving are several cousins, including Jerry’s only first cousin, William P. Madary III, Indianapolis. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver. Burial will follow in Fulton Cemetery, Fulton, Indiana. Visitation was from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, and will also be one hour prior to the service Wednesday, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Fulton Cemetery, Kindred Hospice, or The Honeywell Foundation. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
October 6, 2021
Lori Faye (Mullins) Oberg, 58
Peggyf Sue Vance, 71
Lori Faye (Mullins) Oberg, 58, Macy, passed away at 9:56 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021, at her residence, surrounded by her family. Born June 22, 1963, in Poynette, Wisconsin, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Mullins, Jr., and Wilma Mae Mullins. She was a 1982 graduate of North Miami High School. Survivors include her three daughters, Ashley (Joe) Troyer, Twelve Mile; Kayla (Travis) Fry, North Manchester; Megan Oberg (Travis Drake), Deedsville; two sisters, Cheryl (Gary) Bach, Wisconsin; Terri Holbrook, Macy; two brothers, Michael “Shag” Mullins, Nyona Lake; and Larry “Bug” (Karen) Mullins, Denver and numerous nieces and nephews, including her special “Bubba,” Owen. Known as “Gam,” she also leaves behind her seven granddaughters, Aubrey, Jordan, Emma, Maelie, Ellie, Shay, and Delilah. She enjoyed being with family more than anything, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, John Mullins. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with pastor David Noel officiating. Burial followed in Plainview Cemetery, Macy. Visitation was from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
Peggy Sue Vance, 71, Denver, went to be with the Lord at 9:45 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Born Feb. 5, 1950, in Logan, West Virginia, she was the daughter of Oscar and Glenna Fay (Stowers) Ferrell. On July 21, 1967, in Chapmanville, West Virginia, she was married to Freddy Vance, Sr., and he preceded her in death May 20, 2009. She retired in 2009 from Smithfield Foods in Peru. Survivors include two sons, Freddy Wilson Vance, Jr., and wife Diana; David Allen Vance and wife Elizabeth; a daughter, Rebecca Shawn Ross and husband Thomas, Jr.; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild, all of Denver; one sister, Phyllis (Bob) Duty, Ocala, Florida; two special sisters-in-law, Thelma Ferrell, and Brenda Ferrell; and one brother-in-law, Joe Chapman, all of Chapmanville, West Virginia. She was preceded by her parents, husband, and nine siblings. There will be no services or visitation. McClain Funeral Home, Denver is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.mcclainfh.com.
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Community Calendar Oct. 9 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Zombie Disco – Halloween Trick-orTreating and Zombie Disco Costume Contest at 9 W. Second Street, Peru. Oct. 14 4 p.m. – The Peru High School Class of 1960 will hold their monthly dinner at My Pizza, My Way. Oct. 16 8:30 a.m. to Noon – On Saturday, October 16th, Peru Utilities will be hosting one of their "Detrash the Wabash" riverbank clean-up events. All are invited to meet at 221 West Riverside Drive in Peru at 8:30am for registration/waiver signing, safety brief-
ing and overall instructions on what to do and what not to do along the river. As always, once the clean-up has finished, we will draw winners for some door prizes and serve lunch and drinks. Please wear long sleeves, pants, boots, and gloves. Be sure to hydrate. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Octoberfest at the Miami County Project Building located on the Miami County 4-H Fairgrounds. To apply to be a vendor, contact Michelle King at kingsheavenlygifts@gmail.com or 870-926-2164.
Oct. 23 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. – The Witches Market
– The Picker’s Place at 1630 Logansport Road, Peru. Meet artists. Find one-ofa-kind pieces from the 25 + vendors. Kid friendly with vendors who are kids themselves. There will be candy at some of the vendor tables and a costume contest with a trophy prize beginning at 4 p.m. There will be musical entertainment in the afternoon by Kyle Hurst and Shelby Lopez will be doing Tarot. Nikki Manning, a life coach, will offer chakra readings.
admission. Want to trick or treat twice? Denver’s small business owners would like for you to bring out the kiddos for a fun-filled evening of trunk or treating, food, games, straw maze, hayrides ($2) and an outdoor showing of HocusPocus starting at 8. If anyone would like to be a vehicle for trunk or treating, message Brookston’s Touch via Facebook messenger. Those who would like to volunteer can text Tristan at 765-4311533. Oct. 30
6 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Denver’s Autumn Festival with local small businesses, sponsored by Brookston’s Touch, 1070 West St. Rd.16, Denver, Indiana. Free
9 a.m. – Youth Breakfast at Peru First Assembly of God, 365 Monroe Ave., Peru. Sixth through twelfth grade students are invited to
have doughnuts and orange juice along with a lot of fun. Nov. 6 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Holiday Craft Show at Miami County Project Building at the Miami County Fairgrounds, 1029 W. 200 N, Peru. For information on space for show please contact Kathy Kline @ 765431-4342. Nov. 7 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. – First Weekend of the Dick Quigley Music Festival. Rod Noftsger’s Fascinating Rhythm. Sponsored by Peru Maennerchor, 154 S. Wabash, Peru. (Usual carryin dinner). Free admission. Nov. 12
7 p.m. – Combo Night – Second Weekend of the Dick Quigley Music Festival. Sponsored by Peru Maennerchor, 154 S. Wabash, Peru. Featuring No Regrets Blues Band. Free admission. Nov. 13 7 p.m. – Big Band Night – Second Weekend of the Dick Quigley Music Festival at Riverview Event Center. Featuring The 19-piece Quigley Jazz Band. Free admission. Nov. 26-28 German Christmas Market with live entertainment in historic Peru on the Courthouse Square. Friday, Nov. 26 – 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 27 – 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event will have a skating rink, German Band, Germanmade Christmas Ornaments, Christkindlmarkt mugs, German Christmas baked goods and more. Vendors – booth products must be German and/or Christmas related. There are still spaces for paid German entertainment. For more information, call 765-472-7655 or email vsdraper@comcast.n et. If you have a community event taking place, especially non-profit organizations, send it to: mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com.