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Maconaquah Student wins Miami County competition
Molly Nord named 2022 Distinguished Young Woman By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com The Distinguished Young Woman Scholarship program had their annual competition Saturday, Dec. 11 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. Molly Nord, a student at Maconaquah High School, was named the 2022 Distinguished Young Woman of Miami County. This scholarship award is worth $1,000 and was sponsored by Boomerang Sisterhood. Nord also received gift cards from Lillian’s Prom and 2 Days Boutique as well as a medallion. The competition, formerly known as the Junior Miss Pageant, began at 6:45 p.m. with family and friends in attendance to support the six young ladies. Bruce Embrey emceed the event. A highlight of the competition is the talent portion. Each participant chooses a talent to share with the audience and judges and performs on the stage. Nord, the 2022 DYW of Miami County performed a lyrical dance routine. First Runner-up, Allison Burns, performed a lively, self-choreographed tap dance routine to the song, “Jump, Jive an’ Wail.” Burns is a student at North Miami High School. This scholarship is worth $500 and was sponsored by the Miami-Cass County REMC. Second runner-up, Elizabeth Rogers, read a piece she wrote titled “If I were a Book.” The message was no one should judge a book by its cover. Rogers is a Peru High School student. This scholarship is for $250 and was sponsored by the Bank of Berne. The Third Runner-up, Hannah Yoo, lip-synced, performed poses and acrobatic moves to the song, See DYW, Page 2
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First Runner-up Allison Burns School: North Miami HS Activities: Dance, FFA, 4H, Student Council College Choice: Huntington Career Goal: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Second Runner-up Elizabeth Rogers School: Peru HS Activities: Golf, Tennis, National Honor Society, Student Council College Choice: Notre Dame Career Goal: English/Law
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Molly Nord 2022 Miami County Distinguished Young Woman School: Maconaquah HS Activities: Dance, Circus, Basketball, Soccer College Choice: Trine University Career Goal: Physical Therapist
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Hannah Yoo School: Yoo Academy Activities: Circus, Flight Lessons, Piano, Track College Choice: Moody Career Goal: Mission Aviation
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2021
Celebration of Lights Contest
Miami County homes, businesses in contest announced The Paper of Miami County and Light Up! Peru, are proud to announce the entrants in the second annual Celebration of Lights contest. The following addresses are officially entered and ready to be viewed. Here is
how it works: Drive to each home/business to view the light displays and choose your favorite from each category (home/business). Compose a new text message to 877-729-4471. Type the word “lights” and send the message. The
sender will be prompted to vote for their favorite house display first. Then the voter will be asked to choose their favorite business. That completes the voting process. Only one vote per phone number will be allowed.
The contest this year is sponsored by Black's Lawn and Maintenance in Peru. Call 765469-0699 for your snow removal needs. Addresses are in Peru unless otherwise labeled. Voting ends Dec. 22 at 11:59 p.m. Good luck to all of our contestants. House competition entries are:
A. 194 S. Elm Street, (Bunker Hill) B. 3886 N. Filmore Street, (Mexico) C. 2796 S. Wallick Road D. 126 W. 2nd Street F. 160 Madison Avenue G. 255 W. Main Street H. 1445 N 300 E I. 515 W. 11th
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Danger Zone” from the movie, “Top Gun.” Yoo is a student at Yoo Academy. This is a $200 scholarship sponsored by Dri-Gas. The winner of the “Be Your Best Self ” scholarship was Annie Isenburg, a student at Maconaquah High School. The $250 scholarship was sponsored by the
Miami County Community Support Grant. The winner of the Spirit Award, voted by the participants, was Molly Nord. It is a $250 scholarship sponsored by the Peru Lions Club. The Scholastic Award scholarship, worth $250, went to Molly Nord. It was sponsored by PaulRichard GM Center. The Interview Scholarship award, worth $250 went to Elizabeth Rogers. It was sponsored by Farm Credit MidAmerica. The Self-Expression Scholarship award was given to Allison Burns. Beacon Credit Union sponsored the $250 scholarship. The Talent Scholarship award was given to Allison Burns. The $250 scholarship was sponsored by Boomerang Sisterhood. The Fitness Scholarship Award was presented to Molly Nord. The $250 scholarship was sponsored by Boomerang Sisterhood.
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Obituaries Nathan “Nate” Roy Rogers, 36
Merlie Joan Correll, 82
Jacqueline L. Darnell-Coots, 57
Arch Lloyd Wiltshire, 83
Nathan "Nate" Roy Rogers, 36, of Greentown, formally Peru, passed away Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, at Howard Community Hospital in Kokomo, Indiana. He was born Feb. 21, 1985, in Peru, Indiana, to Delbert and Shirley (Rushton) Rogers. He married Sabrina (Boucher) Rogers May 6, 2017, and she survives. Nathan was a graduate of Peru High School class of 2003. He was an avid football and baseball player. After graduation he was a coach with the Kokomo PAL league. Nathan was a retail manager for many years and later worked in the real-estate field as a title searcher. Nate was such a kind, loving soul and he knew no stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those around him. Laughter was the way he found to get into anyone's soul because he always had such a great sense of humor and let it show any chance he could. Besides spending time with his family, he loved to fish or just be outside because that was where he found peace. Cooking was also a passion of his that he never let fade throughout the years. Nathan was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, and cousin. In addition to his wife he is survived by his mother Shirley (Rushton) Rogers, Kokomo, children; Madelynn (mother Ashlie Rogers) Rogers, Kokomo, Izabella, Lillian, and Clayton Rogers, Greentown, siblings; Crystal (Kent) Stanley, Fort Myers, Florida, Tim Rogers, Bunker Hill, Bethany (Tracy Underwood) Duncan, Twelve Mile, nieces and nephews; Caitlyn Stanley, Isaac Stanley, Meadow Stanley, Conner Stanley, Hunter Duncan, Hudson Duncan, Paizleigh Underwood, Nolan Boucher, in-laws; Thomas (Pamela) Boucher, brother-inlaw; Kevin (Emilie) Boucher. Nathan is preceded in death by his grandparents, father, Delbert Rogers, and his son, Maverick Rogers. Visitation was held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. The funeral service was held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021, at the funeral home, with pastor Carol Zumwalt officiating. Burial took place at Reyburn Cemetery in Peru, Indiana. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Merlie Joan Correll, 82, of Bunker Hill, passed away peacefully Dec. 6, 2021, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Joan was born Feb. 2, 1939, in Crookston, Minnesota, to the late John and Thelma (Reese) Hiemstra. She was raised in Platte, South Dakota, along with her sister and three brothers. She was fortunate to have had the opportunity to live and experience adventures all over the world. She was raised on a farm in South Dakota but in her life, she lived in seven other states and two countries, Spain, and Germany. She got to swim in the ocean off the coast of Portugal, visit castles and many historical sites in Germany, Austria, and France. She also went camping in France and Italy even managing to save one of her daughters from an alligator (or log) in a lake in France before coming to live in Indiana. She graduated from IVY Tech with a degree in accounting and spent most of her career as an office manager at Crop Maker. In her retirement, she enjoyed crocheting, in particular making afghans for family and friends, and visiting with her friends Sharon and Janet. What gave her the most joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren and was a dedicated spectator to all her grandchildren’s various events. She is survived by her daughters Connie (Frank) Cade, Peru, Shari Bowman, Ft. Myers, Florida, Tammy Sanders, Peru; her son Raymond (Cheryl) Molder, Peru; her ten grandchildren Joshua (Bethany) Cade, Marion, Grant (Michelle) Cade, Peru, Brittany (Adam) Enyeart, Peru, Alyssa Croxford, Kokomo, Indiana, Hannah Henderson, Miami, Indiana, Bradley Molder, Peru, Austin (Bre) Molder, Peru, Nykolas Molder, Peru, Aaron Cooley, Pendleton, Indiana, Zakkary (Samantha) Sanders, Peru; and nine great grandchildren with two more on the way. She is also survived by her two brothers Arlen (Glenda) Hiemstra and Marvin Hiemstra of Platte, South Dakota. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her sister Janice Porter, her brother Wayne Hiemstra and, heartbreakingly, her grandson Clint Cade. Per Merlie’s request, there will be no services at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
On Dec. 6, the world lost a beloved mother and wife. Jackie passed peacefully with her loving daughter and cherished husband by her side. Jacqueline Lou Black was born to James and Detta (Betty) Black Sept. 21, 1964, in Peru, Indiana. She married Phillip Coots July 9, 2016. She was the loving mother of Emilly Darnell (Steven), Casey Darnell, and stepdaughter Ashley (Ryan) Small. Cherished and devoted Mimi to Chloey, Daunte, Aja, Isaac, Wyatt, Sophie, Violet, Crosby, Marley, Angel, Kiley, Liam, and Lucas. All of these she loved and touched deeply. Dear sister of Beverly Starbuck (Dane), Mona Donat (Gregg), Vickie Datzman, Cindy Wilson (AllieRay), and Tamara Wooten (Steve). Her dearest friends Audrey Stapleton, Vicky Mcfatridge, Darlene Phalen, Donna DeKemper, and Jeff Abell. She was a 1983 Peru High School graduate. She attended Indiana Wesleyan University where she graduated Magna Cum-Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Her nursing career spanned a couple of decades at Dukes Memorial, Howard Community, and Miami Correctional Facility. Jackie was often praised by patients and their families for her compassionate and expert care. She was a dedicated Mother first and foremost and simply adored being a wife to Phil. She treasured her husband, children and grandchildren and embraced every moment with them. She and Phil enjoyed watching movies, long country rides together, camping, and fishing. She loved to garden. She was very talented and loved to scrapbook and make crafts. Her life was a living example of one of her favorite bible verses, Ephesians: 4:32- “And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgive one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.” She lived in her faith, was devoted, and strived to be a better person and live by God’s example. She was preceded in death by her father James Black, her Mother Detta (Betty) Black and a sweet little Grandson Max Cavazos. Jackie’s life was celebrated Friday Dec. 10, 2021, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at First Assembly of God Church, 365 Monroe Avenue, Peru, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made for grandchildren’s college funds.Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Arch Lloyd Wiltshire, 83, of Peru passed away at 3:36 AM, Friday, December 3, 2021, at St. Vincent Heart Center in Carmel, IN. He was born in Saratoga, WY on August 29, 1938, the son of Harold and Donna Geiger Wiltshire. Arch married Carol Broniec on June 15, 1963, in Chicago, IL and she preceded him in death May 25, 2003. Arch was a member of Main Street United Methodist Church and worked as a teacher at Peru Community Schools for 35 years. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Western State University in Gunnison, Colorado, and his master’s degree from Ball State University. While in college he played football and baseball. After college Arch played fast pitch softball and was inducted in the ASA Softball Hall of Fame. When not teaching, Arch loved to play golf and travel. He also enjoyed woodworking and was a member at the Peru Maennerchor. Arch is survived by his daughter Kristi Lockhart and her husband Phil of Sugar Grove, Illinois; son Brett Wiltshire and his wife Jen of Naperville, Illinois; grandchildren Jeanie Ramos, Zachary Ramos, Katie Lockhart, Aidan Wiltshire, Addison Wiltshire, and Avery Wiltshire; a brother Harold “Jr.” (Patty) Wiltshire and sister Renee (Dave) Dawalt. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Marlene Wiltshire. A service celebrating the life of Arch Wiltshire was held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru with Rev. Samuel Odubena officiating. Burial was in Ever Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Family and Friends gathered from 9 a.m. to Noon, Saturday, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.
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Obituaries Hobert W. Smyth, 98
Janice D. Kling, 89
Hobert W. Smyth, age 98, of Peru, Indiana, went to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday, Dec. 8, while in the presence of his family. He was born Oct. 6, 1923, in Pryse, Kentucky, the son of Donnelly and Bertha (Samples) Smyth. After school, Hobert worked as part of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Hobe then answered his nation’s call for duty with the Army during World War II, serving in the Asia Pacific Campaign until our country’s victory in the conflict. His military decorations include the Good Conduct Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal, American Defense Service Medal and World War II Victory Medal. After the war he moved to Peru where he met and married his wife of 67 years, Laura Jean (Grant) Smyth, and they lived in Peru for their entire marriage. He had two children, Joyce A. (Smyth) Hughes and her husband Terry, Peru, and Gregory A. Smyth (deceased) and wife Tammy. During this time, Hobert worked at Ebert’s Machine Shop, Peru; H.A. Thrush and Company, Peru; Anaconda Wire & Cable Company, Marion, Indiana, and Hughes Auction Service, Peru. In addition to his parents, wife, and son, Hobert was predeceased by nine brothers and sisters including Ottis “Bren” Smyth, Peru, and Ernest “Ned” Smyth, who frequently visited family in Peru. Surviving siblings are Audrey (Smyth) Merritt, Covington, Louisiana, Alfred Smyth, Joliet, Illinois, and Bill Smyth, Clay City, Kentucky. Also preceding Hobert in death was his great-grandson, Owen Hughes. Surviving is a daughter-in-law Karen (Butler) Smyth and grandchildren Nina (Hughes) White and husband, Tim, Peru; Richard Hughes and his wife, Missy, Peru; Samantha Smyth, Peru; Nichole (Smyth) Wilson, and her husband, Tom, Carmel; and Brandon Smyth, and his wife Laura, Peru. Surviving great grandchildren include Alexandra, Kate, and Austin White; Wyatt and Maggie Hughes; Sloane and Taliya Smyth; Rhys and Finn Wilson and Bryce and Chloe Smyth. A service of remembrance was held at the Peru Grace Brethren Church Saturday, Dec. 11, at 11 a.m. with internment following the service at Ever Rest Memorial Park, Logansport, Indiana. The Miami County Military Rites Unit provided Military Rites. Visitation was Friday, Dec. 10, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St. Peru. Memorial contributions may be made to Peru Grace Brethren Church or the Miami County Military Rites. The service was livestreamed through Facebook at Peru Grace Brethren Church.
Janice D. Kling, 89, Peru, passed away at 1:45 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2021, at her residence. Born July 6, 1932, in Peru, Indiana, she was the daughter of Gerald Byron and Ruth Beatrice (Stofer) Howell. On Jan. 21, 1953, she was married to Donald Alan Kling, who survives. She was a lifelong member of the Mexico Church of the Brethren, where she served in various committee positions. She graduated from Jefferson Township High School in 1950 and retired from Peru Trust/Norwest Bank in Mexico, Indiana. She was a member of the Jefferson Township Home Economics Club and enjoyed boating, camping, gardening, going to auctions, and collecting cut glass and diamonds. She loved candlelight dinners and all the details going into organizing and decorating for the perfect Christmas, loving every gift (except one) that she ever opened. In addition to her husband, Donald Kling, Peru, she is survived by her children, Bob and Coleen (Hudson) Kling, Peru; Peggy Bough, Nappanee; and Lee Ann Fouts (Kevin Musselman), Mexico; grandchildren, Andrea (Brad) Aquino, Colorado; Robert (Jenny) Kling, Peru; Katie (Derek) Hagan, Sheridan; Emily (Garrett) Hite, Kokomo; Casey (Jonathon) Bowles, French Lick; Michael Bough (Shelby Carroll), South Bend; Brandon (Lacie) Fouts, Winona Lake; Lucas (Whitney) Fouts, Wakarusa; and Kyle (Samantha) Fouts, Kokomo; seventeen great-grandchildren; and one brother, Cyrus (Pat) Howell, Peru. She was preceded in death by her parents, twin siblings, Byron Howell and Beatrice Snavely, and son-in-law, Jim Fouts. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, at the Mexico Church of the Brethren with pastor Matt Myers officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico. Visitation will be from Noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mexico Church of the Brethren or Greenlawn Cemetery Association. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
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Walter Yance Howard, 56 Walter Yance Howard, 56, of Peru passed away at 3:50 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021, at his residence. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, Aug. 14, 1965, the son of Walter and Jada McBee Howard. On Aug. 18, 2018, Walter married Jamie Robinette and she survives. Walter was a graduate of Harry S. Truman High School and later earned his Master of Divinity. He was an Engineer on the Norfolk and Southern Railroad and has served as Local Chairman of the UTU since 1998. Walter was an Army and United States Marine Corp. Veteran. Family was very important to Walter and his greatest joys in life were his wife, children, and grandchildren. In a quiet
and unassuming manner, he placed God and his family above all else in his life. Surviving in addition to his wife Jamie and his father Walter James Howard are his twin sister Rachel Howard, sister Cindy Dellapelle and brother Brian Howard; children Alston Howard, Pierce Howard, Queli Merkel, Destiny Bishop and Natasha Bishop; several grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A service celebrating the life of Walter Yance Howard was held at 4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at the Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel with Deacon Steve Seitz officiating. Burial was in Mount Hope Cemetery with Military Rites provided by the Miami County Military Rites Unit. Family and friends gathered from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday at the Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel. Arrangements have been entrusted to the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, IN.
Denise Chantel Hendrix, 50 Denise Chantel Hendrix, 50, of Albemarle, North Carolina, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021. Denise was born Aug. 26, 1971, in Peru, Indiana, to Carl Edward Peek and the late Mary Jean Michaud. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband Carter Hendrix; daughter, Carter "Dayne" Hendrix; daughter, Tehya Beth-Ellen Hendrix; son, Chance Edward Hendrix; sister, Kathy Watkins; brother, Eric Games; sister, Michelle Jarrell; and stepfather, Henry "Mitch" Michaud. Denise Hendrix was the most amazing and hardworking wife, mother, and friend. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She was kind and loving and never hesitated to help
someone in need. She was amazingly funny with a laugh and smile that was contagious. She loved the outdoors and to have a good adventure. No matter where she was, she always had her nose in a good book. This world is a better place for having her in it and we will forever be affected by her loss. The family received friends to celebrate Denise's life from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, at Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle, 522 N. Second St., Albemarle, North Carolina, 28001. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Stanly County Humane Society, 2049 Badin Rd., Albemarle, North Carolina, 28001. Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Hendrix family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.hartsellfh.com
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Sports Warrior Wrestling goes 4-1 at Caston Super 6 Team Scores: 48-33 W vs Manchester 46-36 W vs North White 36-42 L to LaVille 66-18 W vs Caston 51-30 W vs TriCounty
Individual results 106# - Jordan
Korreckt 5-0 113#: Spencer Flood 5-0 120#: Kaleb Evans 4-1 126#: Griffin Shanley 4-1 132#: Riley Kling 4-1 138#: Nate Wildermuth 5-0 145#: Kody Whann 3-2 152#: Lucas Keim 2-3 160#: Bradyn Fennell 2-1 170#: Nico
Maconaquah Braves compete in wrestling invitational
Levi Strong earns honor
Schwacke 1-4 182#: Grant Wildermuth 1-0 195#: FF 220#: Brayden Hovermale 3-2 HWT: Austin Knauff 3-2
Peru High School student, Levi Strong, earned Football’s 3A All State Honors.
Exhibition Matches: Jaden Hetzner 0-1 Zeke Reshkus 0-2 Eli Lane 0-2
Photo by Michelle Boswell
The following are the results from the Maconaquah Boys/Girls Wrestling competition at the Lebenon Invitational Girls Results Macie Greene – Fourth Place Crystal Bunch Two pins and finished in Fifth Place Lehna Wagner One pin and finished in Fourth Place Kilynn Wallace One pin and finished in Seventh
Place Boys Results Braylen Nipper – Sixth Place Haydon Chance – Two pins and finished in Fifth Place Mason Taylor – Two pins and finished in Third Place Aaron Ringesion Two pins and finished in First Place Gabe Williams Two pins and finished in Second Place Cody Miller – Second Place
Local Sports Calendar Dec. 15 6 p.m. – Boys Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball vs. Logansport Junior High School (Lincoln) – Home
6 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball @ Northwestern Middle/High School 7:30 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball @ Northwestern Middle/High School
Dec. 16 6 p.m. – Boys Sixth Grade Basketball @ Tippecanoe Valley High School 6 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball @ Madison Grant High School 6:30 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity and Varsity and Coed Wrestling @ Southwood High School Dec. 17
Dec. 18 9 a.m. – Boys Junior Varsity, Varsity and Coed Wrestling @ NH/Yorktown Super 10, Yorktown High School 9:15 a.m. – Coed Varsity, Junior Varsity and Varsity Wrestling @ Penn Girls Invitational, Penn High School
Maconaquah
@ Taylor High School Peru
5 p.m. – Girls and Boys Junior Varsity Basketball @ Logansport High School 6 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball @ Logansport High School 7:30 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball @ Logansport High School Dec. 21 6:15 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball @ Whitko
High School 7:45 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball @ Whitko High School North Miami Dec. 15 6:15 p.m. – Boys Varsity Wrestling vs. Madison Grant High School – Home Dec. 16 6 p.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball @ Wabash High School 6:15 p.m. – Boys Sixth Grade Basketball vs. Southwood Elementary – Home 6:15 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball @ Rochester High School 7:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball @ Rochester High School Dec. 17 6:15 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Rochester High School – Home 7:45 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Rochester High School – Home Dec. 18
8:45 a.m. – Varsity Wrestling @ Rochester High School/McKee Invitational 11 a.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Culver Academies – Home 12:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Culver Academies – Home Dec. 20 7:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball
Dec. 16 5:30 p.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball @ John McCulloch Middle School (8A/8B, 7A/7B)
Dec. 18 9 a.m. – Boys Varsity Wrestling @ Twin Lakes Invitational Noon – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Southwood Jr/Sr. High School - Home 1:30 p.m. – Girls
Varsity Basketball vs. Southwood Jr./Sr. High School – Home 6:15 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Southwood Jr./Sr. High School – Home 7:45 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Southwood Jr./Sr. High School – Home Dec. 21 6:15 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Logansport High School – Home 7:45 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Logansport High School – Home
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Obituary Russell L. Hatton, Sr., 59 Russell L. Hatton, Sr. 59, of Peru passed away at 6:07 a.m., Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne surrounded by his family. He was born in
Louisville, Kentucky Sept. 15, 1962, the son of Earl and Rosa Johnson Hatton. Russell married Julie K. Zehring July 2, 2002, and she sur-
vives. He was a tow truck operator for Holland Towing. Russ loved camping with his buddies Randy White and Comer Webb and being outdoors.
Russ thoroughly enjoyed everything about cars, especially being behind the wheel and watching Nascar. He was a hardworking man, with a moto of ‘work
hard, play harder.’ Surviving in addition to his wife, Julie, is his son Russell L. Hatton, Jr., and daughter Rosa L. Hatton; brothers Robert (Cheryl) Hatton and
Larry Hatton. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Russell would say to those who are mourning “Just be Happy, Happy, Happy!”
Community Calendar 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Open Mic night at Gallery 15. Call to sign up at 765-469-9730. Christmas music is welcome, but you will be asked what you would like to sing so there aren’t any duplicates.
Every Monday 10:30 a.m. – Movers and Shakers, a music and movement program at the Peru Public Library. Ages 0-5. Every Tuesday 10:30 a.m. – Story time at the Peru Public Library. Noon-3 p.m. – Wanted – Senior Pinochle players are invited to play every Tuesday at the Miami County Senior Center, 661 E. Main Street, Peru. The cost is fifty cents. For more information, contact Annie Speth at 765473-3209. Every Thursday
at the Peru Public Library. Every third Thursday each month
2 p.m. –to 4 p.m. - Get your picture taken with Santa and drop off your letter to Santa. Dec. 15 - Jan 2
4:30 p.m. – American Girl Club at the Peru Public Library. Every Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Get your picture taken with Santa and drop off your letter to Santa.
Lights in the Airpark at Grissom Air Museum. Thursdays through Sundays, 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call 765-689-8011 or email director@grissomairmuseum.com.
Every Sunday
Dec. 16
4:30 p.m. – Lego Club
Dec. 17 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Dinner and a show - The First Christian Church, 53 W Main Street, Peru, will host a spaghetti dinner with a salad, bread, and dessert. Money raised will be for the church youth. Dinner will be served until 6:30 p.m. At 7 p.m., there will be a live-streamed show from the Purdue Christmas Show. There is no cost to watch the show.
Dec. 18 10 a.m. to Noon – Free holiday movie at the Roxy Theater in Peru. The movie will be “Elf.” Seating is limited and it is first come, first serve. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. 6 p.m. – Peru Church of the Brethren will present a Christmas concert featuring The Circle City Bell Ringers from Indianapolis. It will be an evening of music followed by a traditional candle lighting service. There will be cookies after the concert. 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. – Free holiday movie at the Roxy Theater, Peru. After a year off
from COVID, this Peru tradition is back. Bring your families to enjoy this holiday classic. Be prepared for singing, laughing and maybe some tears. Plan to arrive early. Tickets will become available at 8 p.m. First come, first serve. Dec. 24 7 p.m. – Joy to the World – Christmas Eve at Main Street United Methodist Church, 81 W Main Street, Peru. Celebrate the birth of Christ with family, friends, instruments of music, songs, candle lights, comfort, and joy. Dec. 31 7 p.m. - Ring in 2022
with a bang at the Riverview Event Center, 421 W. Canal Street, Peru. Attendees must be 21 years of age and older. A photo ID is required. Guests will enjoy a dinner served at 7:30 p.m., and a complimentary toast (wine or champagne) served at midnight! This is a semi-formal dress event. There will be fireworks to ring in 2022. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Light Up! Peru fund. For costs and ticket information, go online to: www.eventbrite.com. If you have an upcoming event you would like the public to know about, send it to: mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com.
Police Report Nov. 22 A caller at 1733 S Lincoln St, Peru said someone had used his account information on an online gambling website. The caller needed a case report to begin the process of challenging the unauthorized charges. A case report was completed. A caller at 1164 Barksdale Ave, Peru said a 12-yearold son was disrupting family and being violent. Wanted to know what services were available to assist her. The caller was advised to contact child protective services for further assistance. Child abuse and/or neglect was reported at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff Department, Peru. A caller at 35 S Broadway, Peru Police Department, Peru received a text message from an unknown number.
The caller thought this was suspicious behavior. The caller wanted a record of the incident. A truck vs. pole crash was reported at 3038 W 850 S, Miami Correctional Facility, Bunker Hill. No injuries were reported. A woman at 176 W Pearl St, Bunker Hill, spoke over the phone with questions about a fraud that happened to her. Nov. 23 A traffic accident with damage was reported at W 1350 N and N U.S. 31, Macy. A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 3555 E Mississinewa Rd, Peru. A male and female were yelling outside at 2135 S Sycamore Blvd, Peru. Both stated nothing criminal occurred. The female left the residence voluntarily.
Two children stayed with the father at the residence. A complainant at 5916 S 250 E, Peru said her father had pulled her by the hair. The father and three witnesses said the father grabbed the complainant because she had thrown a candy dish at him. The complainant refused to pursue criminal charges. The complainant also refused transport from the residence. A wanted person was reported at N Grant St. and W Eighth St, Peru. James Gilland, Peru, was arrested for multiple charges. A traffic accident with damage was reported at W U.S. 24 and N 400 W., Peru. A suspicious package or item was reported at 3305 N Lincoln St, Peru. A suspicious
package or item was reported at 3806 W 1400 S, Kokomo. November 24 A traffic accident with damage was reported at 3776 W 550 N, Peru. A van was on fire at the edge of the road at N St. Rd. 19 and E 600 N, Peru. No driver was on the scene. A passerby said he transported a male that had been driving the vehicle to a residence in Denver. A car vs. pole crash occurred at 2920 W Broadway St, Grissom Chrysler, Bunker Hill. No crash report needed at this time. A car vs ditch accident occurred at 6843 E Wabash Rd, Peru. No driver at the scene. Vehicle was towed. A possible driving under the influence case was reported at N 300 E and E U.S. 24, Peru.
An animal bite/attack was reported at W St. Rd. 218 and S 400 W, Peru. A prowler was reported at 2641 Capehart St, Peru. Nov. 25 A wanted person was reported at 1118 E St. Rd. 124, Peru. Theft was reported at 2216 Patrick St, Peru. Nov. 26 A suspicious package or item was reported at 102 W Harrison St, Converse. A car vs. deer crash occurred at W 1100 N & N 100 W, Macy. A state crash report was completed. A car vs. deer crash occurred at S U.S 31 and W Blair Pike Rd, Peru. A state crash report was completed. Vehicle towed by All American. An animal problem was reported at N 200 W and W
Macy Gilead Rd, Macy. Trespassing was reported at 1502 W Macy Gilead Rd, Macy. Domestic disturbance was reported at 2934 Travis St, Peru. Domestic disturbance was reported at 1134 Barksdale Ave, Peru. Nov. 27 Domestic Disturbance was reported at 2725 Capehart St, Peru. A neighbor at 1134 Barksdale Ave, Peru called about a verbal argument between two male occupants. One male left the residence prior to officers’ arrival. A prior incident of this magnitude happened the previous night. Males were uncooperative at the time. Officers at 2403 Lowry Ave, Peru responded to the report of a possible domestic, both parties advised that it
was just a loud argument. Parties are separating for the evening. Two males of 1112 years of age were reported at E Fifth St. and North Broadway, Peru, inside of vendor tents. Both fled the scene upon being discovered stealing. The cash register was found upside down in the tent. It’s unknown if any cash was taken. Nov. 28 A report of an unwanted guest was taken at 1053 N Lincoln St, Peru. Unwanted person left prior to my arrival. Complainant did not want law enforcement to continue. A report of an unknown vehicle idling in complainant's driveway was taken at 5344 E 850 S, Peru. Officers were unable to locate the suspicious vehicle. See Police, Page 7
Police A single vehicle accident was reported at S St. Rd. 19 and E 500 S, Peru. The vehicle was found unattended. An electrical hazard was reported at N 175 E and E Monona Dr, Peru. A traffic accident with damage was reported at S U.S. 31 and W St. Rd. 218, Peru. The crash was handled by Indiana State Police. Officers responded to the area of 10648 N
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continued from Page 6 100 E, Macy in reference to a domestic disturbance. Male was transported for medical evaluation by medics for cardiac issues. An unknown medical emergency was reported at 326 S Elm St, Bunker Hill. A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 4450 E 250 N, Peru. Isaac Sible was cited for possession of marijuana. A no code entered
was reported at 110 W Wabash St, Apt. 2, Converse. Nov. 29 Tools were stolen from a construction site at 357 W 900 S, Bunker Hill. A case report was complete. A dead body was reported at 1852 S Business 31, Peru. A welfare check took place at 1937 W Birmingham Rd, Macy. Subject is being transported by family for medical
treatment for drug use. Mother called and advised subject left and is driving intoxicated and is suicidal. Subject located slumped over vehicle at wife's residence. Denied being suicidal, however agreed to meet with Four County.
Mobile Food Pantry in Mexico Dec. 15 The Mobile Food Pantry will be at Mexico Church of the Brethren, 4460 N. Mexico Rd., Mexico, Wednesday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. It is being sponsored by Anthem Blue Cross and Shield.
This is a drive-thru distribution and no one should arrive before 10:30 a.m. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the organizers ask that all who will be receiving food remain in their vehicles.
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