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Imagine One 85 comprehensive planning process nears completion The Leadership Committee of Imagine One 85 — a countywide process to develop a comprehensive plan — announced encouraging news about the plan’s progress. “We’ve moved from the development phase to the review phase,” said Keith Gillenwater, President & CEO at Grow Wabash County. “From here, we look forward to the broad adoption of the plan, and then to realizing the bold vision for the future of our county, its communities, and our residents. More than 1,000 residents have provided input—and it has been so crucial to the success of this work.” Authentic Insight While the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the Imagine One 85 planning process, initiative leaders and consultants have continued to move forward— fueled by the engagement and passion of the people of Wabash County. After ‘Focus on the Future’ sessions—both in-person and virtual—throughout 2020 and early 2021, Imagine One 85 hosted the ‘Growth Summit’ at the Honeywell Center in downtown Wabash, IN on July 14, 2021. Residents from across the county heard inspiring stories from fellow residents and took the opportunity to contribute dozens of catalytic “Mighty Ideas” to enrich the plan’s development. Key themes that emerged in public engagement sessions include: • Economic growth and prosperity—with a real appetite for an increase in sustainable, high-wage jobs, a skilled workforce, a thriving business climate, and a flourishing approach to talent attraction and retention • Increase in Quality of Life—including a focus on great places (rivers, greenspaces and trails, attractive neighborhoods and vibrant town centers), growth in arts and cultural amenities, and a commitment to invest in and embrace diversity of all kinds in our community • Housing—developing neighborhoods and communities, diverse market rate and affordable housing options, mixed-use development, and historical renovation • Infrastructure—including high-speed/fiber internet for all, upgraded utilities, and health and social support services • Excellence in Education— focusing on pre-K options through higher-ed that lead to greater educational attainment • Walking the talk—broadcasting our positive image, and continuing to coordinate and collaborate across communities, organizations and institutions In its final form, the comprehensive plan will include important technical studies that illustrate the needs of the county and an action agenda for implementing the elements of the plan to bring about change. Stronger Together Wabash County’s population decline over the last three decades vividly demonstrates how the county is being left behind by its regional neighbors. Indeed, Wabash County can be seen as a county in distress.
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Imagine One 85 and its bold, comprehensive plan for the future seeks to arrest and reverse the population decline. A coalition of leaders and community members from all sectors have joined in this countywide collaboration with a singular focus on the growth and prosperity of the entire county and the incorporated communities of LaFontaine, Lagro, North Manchester, Roann and Wabash. “The urgent, shared commitment demonstrated by our entire community has been unprecedented and necessary,” said Patty Grant, Executive Director of Community Foundation of Wabash County. “We have made tremendous progress, and now is the time to go forth together! There can be no light between our shoulders.”
The Road Ahead In the coming weeks, the draft plan will be reviewed by the Imagine One 85 Steering Committee, before being finalized for additional stakeholder review. “The Imagine One 85 leadership committee acknowledges the work to get here was rigorous and the road ahead is long,” said Barry Eppley, commissioner, Wabash County. “But we, as a community, are confident and resolute in our determination to comprehensively plan for a future filled with great opportunities for each resident of Wabash County.” The public may follow along at ImagineOne85.org to learn more about the plan’s adoption.
A farmer unloads corn from his combine. Photo by Joseph Slacian
Wabash County farmers faring well during 2021 harvest By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Wabash County farmers are seeing corn and soybean yields larger than those predicted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “Considering the wet and cool July, followed by a very dry August, corn and soybeans are doing great,” said Geoff Schortgen, Wabash County Extension Director – Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator. “The USDA estimates Indiana corn yields at around 194 bushels per acre. Every farmer I’ve spoken to in Wabash County has gotten yields well above that, in the range of 230 to 240 bushels per acre. “The estimated yield for beans in 60 bushels per acre in Indiana. Wabash numbers are showing more like 70 bushels per acre.” The 2021 harvest is in high gear. Schortgen said he believed many were trying to finish before the rains hit on Oct. 24. “I bet farmers would have been done by now if
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not for the rain events we’ve had the past few weeks,” he said. “The rain was a real wrench in the machine. Farmers had to be patient to let fields dry out before getting their equipment out there. “Luckily there were some good, sunny and breezy days to help get the soils dried out.” County farmers dodged a major issue, army worms, which was a concern in September. “I am working with some labs at Purdue to learn more about Tar Spot,” Schortgen said. “It is a fungus that is reducing corn yields in other states and it looks like it has moved into Indiana. “My hope is to have someone talk about that during our Adult Farmer Classes in 2022.” Schortgen urged farmers to stay safe and to use caution, especially with equipment on the roads. “I am grateful that we live in an area where most folks understand how to share the road with some of the larger equipment traveling the county roads.”
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Sentence reduction possible in Shepherd case By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com
The woman convicted of killing three children as they crossed a highway to board a school bus in 2018 could be released from prison by the end of the year. The woman, Alyssa Shepherd, was sentence in October 2019 to four years in the Department of Corrections, plus another three years on probation, for the deaths of Alivia Stahl, 9, and her twin brothers, Mason and Xzavier Ingle, 6, on the morning of Oct. 30, 2018.
Alivia Stahl and her brothers, Mason and Xzavier Ingle. Photo provided Under those Shepherd completTransition terms, she could ed a bible study Program that could have been released course that would cut between 60 and from prison in cut time from the 90 days from the September 2022. sentence. sentencing. That However, it was In addition, the means she could be announced last time could be home by Christmas week that that date reduced further 2021. could be moved up through a The children’s to March because Community mother, Brittany
Ingle, is upset by the latest news, and is fighting to have the reduction in time stopped. She told The Paper of Wabash County that she learned of the situation about 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20. “She was never treated as the criminal that she was when she ran over these children,” Ingle said of Shepherd. “On my MaxStrong page, I have a short clip of her video where she’s giggling like nothing has ever happened. “She’s never taken accountability for her actions. Her family has never stepped up or showed any sympa-
thy or empathy for our family. She got four years for killing three beautiful kids and injuring another. And now, she wants out before Christmas? That means she will have served less than two years.
She’s not even going to be serving her 75 percent like she’s supposed to.” MaxStrong is a foundation Ingle and her family began following the accident, trying to change laws for Continued on Page 3
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Austin Prater was the 2021 Weed Wrangler of the Year.
Group hears from top ‘Weed Wrangler’ By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com
PERU - The Upper Wabash Invasives Network (UWIN) task force met at Beef ‘O’Brady’s on Wednesday, Oct. 20. UWIN is an envioronmental conservation education group that works to spread the word – and stop the spread – of invasive species. Guest Speaker Austin Prater, named “2021 Weed Wrangler of the Year” shared his passion for invasive species removal and why he feels that eradication is so important to our forests and wildlife habitat. A Fulton County resident, Prater has helped the Miami County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Nickle Plate Weed Wrangle during the past year. Fulton County currently doesn’t have an active invasives group. Following Prater’s talk, the group to the Nickel
Plate Trail for some Invasive Species identification led by Dugan Julian, Southern Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (SICIM) Regional Specialist. There are many different invasive species in the area, according to Penny Tackett, Wabash County Soil and Water Conservation District executive director. The most prominent in the area are Autumn Olive, Tree of Heaven, Multiflora Rose and Bush Honeysuckle. Miami, Wabash & Huntington counties make up the UWIN. Wabash County Soil & Water Conservation District is a partner to the task force. The group’s next meeting will be at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Home meeting room, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. For more information about the UWIN and how to join contact Tackett at 260-563-7486,
Ext.3, or Penelope.Tackett@i n.nacdnet.net, or via the group’s Facebook page, Upper Wabash Invasives Network.
After being derailed in 2020 because of the global pandemic, An Evening with the Mayor will return at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28. The meeting will be at the Wabash County Historical Museum and will feature Mayor Scott Long and Sarah Lochner. Long will update Wabash residents on current projects taking place and scheduled for the city. Lochner will update residents on the Waypoint project. The project is designed to provide a safe, structured and stable environment for people recovering from substance use and disorder. Its mission is to serve as a waypoint between chaos and living free in safety and structure.
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those who don’t disregard school bus stop signs. Ingle said she learned of the sentencing change while doing some research on DoxPop, a website that carries information on court cases from around the State of Indiana. She added that she and her husband, Shane, are “hanging in there.” Ingle also has another daughter, Selena Stahl, from a previous marriage. “My daughter, tried to finish at (Tippecanoe) Valley,” Ingle said. “Unfortunately, this thing has been so high pro-
filed, and this person has family, so there’s a lot of ignorant talk. These kids hear their parents say dumb things and go back and say it at school. “My daughter is really just trying to live. My girls were just one year and 11 months apart. She misses her best friend. She’s missing her siblings.” Fulton County Prosecutor Mike Mars filed a motion on Oct. 21 to fight Shepherd’s early release. A ruling is expected within the next 30 days.
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Fraces Slocum DAR chapter marks 131st year
On Sunday, Oct. 10, the Frances Slocum Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) joined chapters all over the United State on Celebrating DAR’s 131st anniversary. DAR was founded on Oct. 11, 1890, in Washington, D.C. They included suffragists, socialites, single women with office jobs, wives of prominent men, and widows who supported their families as teachers and business women. They hailed from cities and rural areas in both the North and the South. Despite their differences, they shared a heritage and a cause that brought them together, the bloodline of Patriots and the desire to honor and advance the legacy of ancestors who fought for American independence. The local chapter chose to honor the memory of our name’s sake Frances Slocum at the Frances Slocum Cemetery with a wreath ceremony. Frances Slocum, a Quaker girl who became the wife of a Miami Indian Chief, is perhaps one of the most interesting women in Wabash County. Frances was born in Rhode Island in 1773. In 1777, the family set up their home along the Susquehanna River in the Wyoming Valley in Pennsylvania. At the time, Native Americans were fighting the British army in the Revolutionary War. After the Battle of Wyoming in July, 1778, many settlers left the area, but the Slocums, who believed their friendly relations with the Native
Americans would protect them, remained. On Nov. 2, 1778, 5-year-old Frances was kidnaped by a band of Delaware Indians, along with Wareham Kingsley, a neighbor boy. In 1835, 60 years after her abduction, Frances related her story to George Ewing. A letter was sent to Lancaster, Pa., inquiring if any Slocums still lived in the area. Invigorated by the latest news, the Slocums revived their search. Three of Frances’ siblings, Joseph, Isaac and Mary, traveled to Indiana finding her at Deaf Man’s Village, an Osago village located on
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Members of the Frances Slocum Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution gather at the grave of Frances Slocum to celebrate the group’s 131st anniversary. Photo provided
the Wabash and Miami County Line at the mouth of the Mississinewa River. Her husband was Miami Indian Chief, “Deaf Man.” Their union produced four children; two sons, who died young, and daughters “Cut Finger.,” and “Yellow Leaf,” and they lived in the village with her, along with their own families.
Frances died in 1847, age 74. 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 Tamra Wise at 574-527-2208 or Barbara Amiss at 260-982-4376.
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Presenting a check for $45,000 are from the left: Sandy Kunkel; Jesse Height, Ford Meter Box Human Resources; Gary Bryant, Ford Meter Box retiree; Bill Rettig, Ford Meter Box retiree; Andy Bain, Ford Meter Box Product Engineering; and Greg Pettit, Pettit Printing. Photo provided
Kunkel Cruise-In raises $45,000 for ALS The 21st annual Kunkel Cruise-In was the third weekend in August, and a record amount was raised to support research for a cure of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). Presenting a check for $45,000 were Sandy Kunkel; Jesse Height, Ford Meter Box Human
Resources; Gary Bryant, Ford Meter Box retiree; Bill Rettig, Ford Meter Box retiree; Andy Bain, Ford Meter Box Product Engineering; and Greg Pettit, Pettit Printing. The Dave Kunkel Cruise-In is an annual car show that is open to cars and trucks, both
classic and late model. The purpose of the cruise-in is to raise funds for ALS research. Kunkel was a native of the Wabash area and victim of ALS. Always ready to assist in worthy causes, Dave was well known and respected in Wabash as a man
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Mr. & Mrs. Charles Boyer Mr. & Mrs. Charles Boyer will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on Nov. 2 with their family. Boyer and the former Bette Horner were wed on Nov. 2, 1956, in Rochester. The couple has four children, Teresa
Cummings, Carla Draper, Brian Boyer and Patty Terrell. They also have nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. The Boyers have been residents of Wabash their entire marriage.
The Wabash County 4-H Junior Leaders will host a curbside fish and tenderloin fry from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 at the Lagro Community Building, 230 Buchanan St. Lagro. Fish and hand breaded tenderloins with sides of green beans, chips and coleslaw will be available. Desserts also will be available for free will donations. The cost is $12 for adults; $8 for children 6 to 11 years; and free to children under 5 years of age. The meal is sponsored by Wabash Steel Supply and will be prepared by the Lagro Park Board and the Wabash County 4-H Junior Leaders.
who could be counted on to help in any way he could. It is in his honor and spirit that his family and friends organized the Dave Kunkel Cruise-In. Of course, there are lots of cars, more than 400 every year. Cars and trucks are judged, and great
prizes are awarded in numerous categories.
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He’s just Tim To me, he’s just Tim To me, he’ll always just be the young man who taught my son, Rich, how to swim and be a lifeguard at the Honeywell Pool. But in the annals of Wabash High School history, he is a legend through and through. Tim Mylin, Class of 1978, was an outstanding multisport athlete for the Apaches, a standout performer in track and cross country at Butler University, a twotime state champion coach at Carmel High School, a legendary road racer across Indiana — and an avid bowhunter to boot. On his Facebook page, he puts it this way: “Christ Follower, Certified Health Coach, Runner, Bowhunter, Ballroom Dancer, Avid Outdoorsman.” At WHS, Tim played football through his junior year, basketball and ran track – he was an outstanding hurdler. Then, in his senior year, he switched from football to cross country. He finished with 10 varsity letters and was inducted into the Wabash Hall of Fame in 2011. That year (1977), he set the Wabash record for a then2.5-mile cross country course at 12:36.0. In fact, six runners on that team recorded the sixth fastest 2.5mile times in school history. The Apaches finished sixth at the state championship that year for Head Coach Dennis Horn. Tim was 14th overall and won the boys mental attitude award. He and
County Sports Legends Where are they today? By Roy Church teammate Phil Treckman earned all-state honors. After graduation, Tim received a scholarship to run the hurdles at Butler University and it didn’t take him long to shine for the Bulldogs. In 1980, he was named the Heartland Collegiate Conference’s Most Outstanding Cross Country Runner. Oh, did I mention he tried to walk on to the Butler basketball team? After a few practice sessions and surveying the field, he decided to stick to cross country and track. Then, over Christmas break during his sophomore year, while rabbit hunting with friends, he was struck in the left eye with a pellet from a shotgun. The pellet ravaged the retina and the eye had to be removed. It was replaced with a plastic, prosthetic monocular eye. End of story; end of career? You don’t know Tim Mylin. On May, 1981, Tim married Linda Dixon, a 1976 Northfield grad, who he met while working at the Honeywell Pool. Earlier that year, Tim was the Indiana Big State steeplechase champion (remember, he was an great hurdler), won and set
HCC records in the steeplechase and 5,000-meter run. He was named the HCC’s Athlete of the Year. Along the way, he also set Butler’s records in steeplechase and the 4-mile run. He was a threetime Butler cross country and track MVP, a two-time captain and won eight varsity letters. He was voted into the Butler Hall of Fame in 2008. In 1983, Tim graduated from Butler and began teaching chemistry at Carmel high school, coaching boys and girls cross country at Carmel Middle School and was assistant coach for girls track at Carmel High School. In 1985, he was named head coach for the girls track team. That was the year the Mylins’ son, Isaiah, was born. Maggie, their daughter, was born in 1990. Always the outdoorsman, in 1997, Tim and Linda bought 40 wooded acres in Parke County and Linda’s mom, Gwen, bought the adjoining 160-acre farm. They later inherited the 160 acres and Tim added managing 200 wooded acres to his resume. They later purchased another 40 acres. Then, in 1998, the Carmel girls track team won the 25th annual IHSAA state track meet at the IUPUI stadium. The Lady Greyhounds won only one event (4X800 relay), but with seven points in the meet’s last event edged Pike, 40-38, for the team title. Gary Wallace was third with 35 points. The girls repeated in 1999 at the
Tim Mylin shows off his mancave. Photo provided Indiana University track in Bloomington and were runners-up to Fort Wayne Northrop in 2001 at the same site. “We also had numerous thirdplace finishes,” Tim said, “and I coached more 4X800 relay state champions than any other coach (at the time). I loved that event.” He ended up coaching the girls track team 29 years. Tim retired from teaching in December of 2014 after 31 years. He had started out at Butler to be a dentist, but changed his mind after taking the dental school exams. That explains the extra year at Butler. He red-shirted his junior year. Through the years, Tim and Linda have continued to give private swim lessons under the auspices of the Mylin Swim School. They started after they got married at a friend’s pool in Wabash, then at their first home in Carmel and now at their home in Noblesville. Also, through the years, Tim has been one of the most distinguished road racers in Indiana, while running for several
teams, including Reebok. In 1984 he won the first of six The Athletics Congress award as Indiana’s best longdistance runner. He repeated in 1987,1989,1990, 1991 and in 1996 when the name was changed to USA Track & Field. In 2001, he won the USA Masters Half-Marathon Championship on a familiar course – the Indianapolis Mini-Marathon. His time was 1 hour, 10 minutes and 55 seconds. Now, if you’re still not impressed. Listen to what Tim’s doing today, in addition to still
being a “Christ Follower … Bowhunter … Runner … Avid Outdoorsman.” He has added “Certified Health Coach … Ballroom Dancer.” I’m not kidding. Linda got him started in both. She became a certified health coach after retiring, brought Tim on board two years later and now she is CEO of their franchise. They are associated with Optavia, one of the leading health and wellness companies in the country. Then, to the surprise of us all – including Tim, she turned him into a
ballroom dancer. That’s right, a ballroom dancer. We all knew he had the moves – on the football field and the basketball court – but ballroom dancer? “After Linda retired, she said she wanted to take dance lessons,” Tim recalls. “Then she wanted to compete. “I gave in and told her I would dance socially, but I would not compete. Well, I eventually gave in. Just like I gave in about having cats. We’ve had at least 12.” It was a struggle at first, Tim said. Continued on Page 7
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Patty Grant was one of eight members of the Indiana Academy honored at its 50th anniversary gala in Indianapolis Monday, Oct. 18. Grant, Executive Director of the Community Foundation of Wabash County and life-long resi-
dent of North Manchester, was recognized for her work throughout Wabash County to help advance educational attainment for local students. She led the design and development of the Community Foundation Early Scholarship
Program and cofounded the Learn More Center, an adult learning center graduating 40 adults annually. She is a member of the boards of Parkview Hospital Wabash, Grow Wabash County, and the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership.
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Metal Source gets abatement, rezoning for Marion location By Jace Martin Wabash-based business Metal Source LLC is a step closer to opening a new location after the Marion City Council approved property tax abatement and rezoning requests. This vote was taken after Metal Source president Chris Lochner addressed concerns from councilmembers at two meetings. The abatement, which decreases the amount of property tax that Metal Source will pay for the next five years, was granted with the understanding that the project benefits the community:
Lochner said they plan to provide 50 jobs for the city. The rezoning will move the city side of the property from I1 (light industry) to I3 (heavy industry), allowing Metal Source to install some heavier equipment. Part of the property at 2703 W. 9th St. sits in Grant County and was already zoned for I3. One of the concerns that Lochner addressed was which route their semi-trucks would be taking. He said he would instruct their drivers to take SR 18 east into town, then come south down Miller Avenue. Councilman Brad Luzadder added
that he had talked to city engineer Mike Graft, who said that the traffic commission could set an official truck route if necessary. Council President Deb Cain expressed concern over the noise and appearance of the plant. She said that when she drove past the Wabash branch, she noticed a loud droning noise and was concerned that the new Marion plant would also be noisy. Lochner was unsure what noise Cain was referencing, but said one of the benefits to rezoning the property for I3 is that the business could install a smelter, which would decrease the
amount of noise coming from the property. Councilwoman Robin Fouce, who represents that ward, said that she shares Cain’s concerns but talked to residents in that area who did not have a problem with the business. “I’m going to proceed according to what my constituents’ request is, I’m happy to do that,” said Fouce. “But I do have reservations. We have issues now cleaning Marion up and you’ll be on the entrance (to the city), and hopefully we can work together to not have that be an eyesore. I’m counting on you to do that.”
Crossroads announces senior management changes
Roger K. Cromer, President, and CEO of FFW Corporation, the parent corporation of Crossroads Bank, announces the retirement of Jennifer Southers, Senior Vice President of Retail Banking, effective Jan. 7, 2022. Southers’ banking career has spanned more than 40 years, the last 16 years at Crossroads Bank. She has provided positive leadership and has been an invaluable partner. We will miss her insight and wisdom on the management team.
We wish her well as she enters a new chapter in her life. Effective Oct. 1, 2021, Emily Boardman, CPA, previously Crossroads Bank Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer. In her new role, Boardman will lead the Retail Banking Division and continue to manage human resource, IT, compliance, and deposit operation areas.
Boardman started her career in May 2007 as Controller and was promoted to CFO in 2009. In 2015, she added the various operational duties noted above and has brought a focus on strategic planning and employee/community engagement. Also effective Oct. 1, Kirsten Pendarvis, CPA, previously Controller at Crossroads Bank, will be promoted to Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. In her new role, she will over-
see all accounting and financial systems, budgets, capital investments and serve as the liaison with auditors and regulatory agencies. Pendarvis started her career in April 2020 as Controller and had previously worked at BKD CPAs & Advisors, focusing on providing audit servicing to community financial institutions.
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Dancing with Linda, not the cats. “I’m 6-foot-2 and she’s 5-foot-1. I finally got the right instructor. He was more like a football coach than a dance instructor, and he utilized some coaching tools that I could relate through sports. “Despite several of my ancestors who were very musical, I don’t have that gift. I never played an instrument,” Tim noted. “Even my brother, Nate, is very musical. Somehow I missed the boat.” However, once he got “in sync with the music” through his “football” coach, Tim has been won over. “We love it.” So, on Nov. 7 he
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...continued from Page 6 However, as soon as the event is over, it’s off to the cabin in the woods in Parke County. “My bags are already packed and in the car,” Tim said. And my guess is there will be another trophy to hang in Tim’s mancave in Noblesville when the season is over. And it probably will have antlers on it, not a gold plaque. Just a guess.
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will be competing in a dance competition in one of the five ballrooms at the Ritz Charles in Carmel until around 9:30 p.m.
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Ava Renea Gibson, 6, of Wabash, died at 4:43 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at Community North Hospital in Anderson. She was born on March 16, 2015, in Indianapolis, to Dennis Harlan Jr. and Brittney Gibson. Ava was a student at L.H. Carpenter Elementary School. She was affiliated with the Wabash Christian Church. She loved music, singing, and art. She is survived by her parents, Brittney Gibson and Dennis Harlan Jr. of Wabash, three brothers, Axton Harlan of Wabash, Bryce Harlan and Quinton Harlan, both of Anderson, grandparents, Stacy & Lisa Gibson of Wabash, Crystal & Jeff Reynolds of Anderson, great grandparents, Diana Kirby and Don and Loretta Gibson, all of Wabash, aunt and uncle, Lori Kirby and Chris and Natalie Gibson, all of Wabash, and many other extended family. Visitation and funeral services were Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with the Rev. Haley Asberry officiating. Burial was in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Preferred memorial is L.H. Carpenter Elementary School. The memorial guest book for Ava may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.
Thelma Harper, 95 Enjoyed crafts, sewing Oct. 3, 1926 – Oct. 19, 2021
Thelma Lucille Harper, 95, Wabash, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021. Services were Tuesday, Oct. 26, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Monday, at the funeral home.
Samuel Joseph Fry, 87, of Wabash, died at 6:55 a.m., Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor West in Wabash. He was born on Nov. 27, 1933, in Wabash County to Harvey Monroe and Beulah Mae (Eakright) Fry. Sam was a U.S. Army and Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He married Gaye Merlee Ridenour in Wabash on Nov. 25, 1972. Sam worked at Ford Meter Box in Wabash, retiring after 23 years. He attended the New Journey Church in Wabash. Sam enjoyed fishing, bowling, hunting, reading the Bible, watching TV, making
board games, and loved spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Gaye Fry of Wabash; three children, David Samuel Fry of Marion, Martha Marie (Ed) Ensley of Upland, and Nathan Aaron Fry of Wabash; three grandchildren, Abigail Marie Enlsey, Benjamin Edward Ensley, and Charlie Joseph Ensley, all of Upland; and his sister, Nancy Christie of Urbana. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, Mary Wright, Joan Bradley, Betty Bradley, Margorie Ray, and brother, Glen Fry. Funeral services were Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Steve Colter officiating. Burial was in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Thursday, Oct. 21, at the funeral home. The memorial guest book for Sam may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.
Candace Burns, 67 Enjoyed crafting May 4, 1954 – Oct. 18, 202 Candace D. “Candy” Burns, 67, of Roanoke, died at 2:22 am, Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. She was born on May 4, 1954, in Wabash, to Walter Sr. and Marjorie (Harrell) Burns. Candy was a homemaker. She enjoyed working crafts, flower arranging, and decorating, especially at Christmas time. She also enjoyed raising flowers, playing bingo and card games, and being with her family. She is survived by three children, Heather (Alan) Bolen of Wabash, Valorie Payne of Kendallville, and Robert
(Andrea) Bakehorn of Wabash; seven grandchildren, Mason Bolen and Tip-E Bolen, both of Wabash, Jaden Payne, Jasmine Payne, and Jayce Payne, all of Kendallville, Sylvia Bakehorn and Anna Bakehorn, both of Wabash; sister, Hedy (Eddie) Dyson of Fort Wayne, and brother, Byron Burns of Winter Haven, Fla. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Walter Burns, Jr. Funeral services were Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Nathan Whybrew officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Thursday at the funeral home. The memorial guest book for Candy may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.
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Nicholas Westendorf Sr., 63 Enjoyed riding motorcycles April 15, 1958 – Oct. 16, 2021 Nicholas Alan Westendorf, Sr., 63, of Wabash, died 11:56 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, at Parkview Randallia in Fort Wayne. He was born on April 15, 1958, in Marion, to Larry and Darlene (Lane) Westendorf. Nick was a 1976 graduate of Southwood High School. He married Teresa Dillingham in Wabash on Dec. 17, 1977. He was a millwright. Nick enjoyed riding Harley Davidson motorcycles, boating, family and his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Westendorf of Wabash; three children, Nicholas A. (Amanda) Westendorf, Jr. of Idaho Springs, Colo., Jeremy Westendorf and Tiffany (Max) Shenefield, both of Wabash; six grandchildren; mother, Darlene Westendorf of LaFontaine; and his sister, Tracey Harper of LaFontaine. He was preceded in death by his father, three infant triplet grandsons, and his brother, Bernie Westendorf. Visitaiton and funeral services were Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Father Levi Nkwocha officiating. Preferred memorial is American Heart Association. The memorial guest book for Nick may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.
Burleigh Bittinger, 68 U.S. Army veteran May 21, 1953 – Oct. 20, 2021 Burleigh F. Bittinger, 68, of Fort Wayne and formerly of Gas City, passed away at 7:55 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at Majestic Care in Fort Wayne. He was born on May 21, 1953, in Pennsylvania, to the late Burleigh F. Bittinger, Sr. and Flora (Speck) Plumb. Burleigh married Diane J. Glover; she passed away on Aug. 4, 2012. Burleigh served in the United States Army, and he worked as a mechanic in Defiance, Ohio. Burleigh is survived by his brother, David (Karen) Plumb, of Wrentham, Mass.; and sister, Patricia Bittinger, of Fort Wayne. There will be a private graveside service at LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery. McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, have been trusted with Burleigh Bittinger’s final arrangements.
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Sarah Ellen Roe, 101
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May 7, 1920 – Oct. 20, 2021
Nov. 24, 1939 – Oct. 17, 2021
Crashes claim lives of 2 men
Accidents in the last week have claimed the lives of two local men. At approximately 10:19 a.m. Oct. 21, officers from the Indiana State Police and the Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Road 124 at America Road, in which a Wabash man died. The preliminary crash investigation by Senior Trooper Todd Trottier and Senior Trooper Jeremy Perez revealed that Jason Sturgill, 28, Wabash, was driving a 2002 Chrysler mini-van southbound on America Road approaching a stop sign at the intersection of State Road 124. The van failed to stop at the stop sign and pulled onto State Road 124 striking a grain trailer being pulled by a westbound 2018 Freightliner semi-tractor driven by Douglas Nicodemus, 45, Columbia City. Sturgill was pronounced deceased at the crash scene. A 2-year-old girl in Sturgill’s van was transported to a Fort Wayne hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Nicodemus was transported to a Continued on Page 11
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Co-owned several businesses
Sarah Ellen Roe, 101, of Roann, died at 8:48 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. She was born on May 7, 1920, in Swayzee, to William T. Butz and Elta Fern (Leming) Butz-Garber. Sarah was a 1938 graduate of Swayzee High School. She married Hubert B. Roe in Anderson, on Oct. 23, 1938; he died March 9, 2010. She co-owned and operated, along with her husband, Roe’s Greenhouse in Fairmount, from 1956-1966, Wabash Poly Clean from 1966-1974, and Midlakes Laundromat in North Webster from 19701985. Sarah was a member of the Walk By Faith Community Church. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, and studying the Bible. She is survived by two daughters, Karen Ann Comer of Fairmount, and Mary Jane (James) Pell of Roann; four grandchildren, Jane (Skip) Miller of Fairmount, Michelle Pell of Wabash, Steven (Mary) Comer of Fairmount, Michael (Amy) Pell of Camby; four greatgrandchildren, Tom Comer and Kayla Comer, both of Fairmount, James Pell of Camby, and Danielle Rogers of Columbus, Ohio, and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents, brother, Charles William Butz, and two sisters, Irene Lanter and Helen Stodard. Funeral services were Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Roann Chapel, 335 S. Chippewa Rd., Roann, with Pastor Jody Tyner and Brad Eckerly officiating. Burial was in Roann Community Cemetery. Visitation was Monday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Walk By Faith Community Church. The memorial guest book for Sarah may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.
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Carol Jean Reiken (Kirby) Coleman, 81, of Pekin, Ill. died on Oct. 17, 2021, at Timbercreek Nursing Facility in Pekin, Ill. Born on Nov. 24, 1939, in her family home in Laketon as the daughter of Henry D. Reiken and Mabel I. (Sickafus) Reiken. She married James Kirby on April 1, 1956, and though this marriage ended, she was blessed with a daughter from this union and during the course of her first marriage lived in Arizona and California for a time, before returning to Indiana. She married Guy Coleman on July 5, 1973, and though this marriage ended, she was blessed with two daughters from this union. Carol is survived by all three of her daughters, Rena (Abdullah) Kirby, Amy (David) Luckenbill, and Colee Coleman; one grandson,
Mackenzie (Kyleigh) Luckenbill; one granddaughter, Alexsandra Luckenbill; four great-grandchildren (Draiman Jay, Sawyer Rose, Oliver John, and Daphne Jean); one brother, James Reiken; and four sisters, Rose Bell, Ruth Calhoun, Joan Meredith, and Susie Brown. Carol was proceeded in death by both parents, one brother, John Reiken, and four sisters, Edna Marsh, Mary June Reiken, Ida May Stellar, and Lena Coble. Carol resided in Wabash County until 2013, when she made her final move to Pekin to live the remaining years at Timbercreek Nursing Facility, where she became affectionately known as “Butterfly.” She was always singing, humming, or whistling a tune of some sort and had a song for any situation you could imagine, fitting since her name literally means to celebrate in song. She would always cure our hiccups by taking our hand and having us stare into her beautiful brown eyes and it always worked. Carol was always supportive of her family members and enjoyed many days and hours of cheering
and supporting her spouses, her children, and grandchildren’s sporting events and other activities. She was always there to help whenever someone was of need. Throughout her life, she stepped up and took in several other family members and helped many more. Carol didn’t really know a stranger, and babies/small kids and animals always gravitated to her. Her energy would light up a room and her love would feel like sunshine even on the darkest days. She made the best potato salad, and her chocolate chip cookies where legendary and will never be matched. Carol didn’t want a funeral and her wish was to be immediately cremated. The Cremation Society of Mid-Illinois, Pekin, handled arrangements. There will be a memorial to celebrate her life to be announced at a later date. If you wish to honor Carol with any donations, please feel free to give to a local charity in her name or use that money to do something nice for someone else as Carol would love that. Fly free now beautiful Butterfly, we love you Momma...
Kimberly Wasson, 61 U.S. Air Force veteran Jan. 1, 1960 – Oct. 20, 2021 Kimberly Marie “Kim” Wasson, 61, of Wabash, died 12:50 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born Jan. 1, 1960, in Wabash, to William Dean “Bud” and Jacqueline Marie (Holthouse) Wasson. Kim was a United States Air Force veteran. She worked at Schneider Electric in Huntington, for over 30 years. Kim was a member of the Wabash Eagles and
Zion Lutheran Church. She enjoyed bowling and bowled in several women’s bowling leagues. She also enjoyed gardening and was very dedicated to her family. She is survived by mother, Jacqueline Marie Wasson of Wabash; three children, Shane Ray and Westley Ray, both of Wabash, and Justin (Maegan) Ray of Logansport; nine grandchildren, Tyler Ray of Marion, Kylie Ray, Ameerah Ray, Chance Ray, and Syris Ray, all of Wabash, LoveAeya Robinson, Everleigh Ray, Kayce Robinson, all of Logansport, and Jaxxsn Morgan of Wabash; and her sister, Elizabeth Anne (Mike) Middleton of Indianapolis. She was preceded in death by her father and her brother, Robin Dean Wasson. Funeral services will be 2 p.m.,
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor Jerry Gauthier officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Tuesday, at the funeral home. The memorial guest book for Kimberly may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
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Larry Correll, 82, Peru
Violet Spicer, 70
May 25, 1939 – Oct. 12, 2021
Worked at United Technologies Nov. 14, 1950 – Oct. 20, 2021
Larry Dean Correll, 82, Peru, passed away at 8:27 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at Hickory Creek of Peru. Born May 25, 1939, in Peru, he was the son of Elmer Ray Correll, Jr., and the former Rachel Jane Hetzner. He was married to Joan Arlene See Correll, and Marcia Louise Ginn Correll, both preceded him in death. Survivors include two children, Larry Allen Correll, Rochester, and Anthony “Tony” Blake Correll, Logansport; five sisters, Bonnie (Jim) Stout, Macy; Kay (Ernie) Spence, Lafayette; Maxine (Ronnie) Manning, Macy; Sylvia (Ronald) Burdine, Peru; and Sue (Rick) Mays, Lafayette; and two brothers, Bruce (Ruth) Correll, Denver; and Rex (Valery) Correll, Rochester. He was also preceded in death by three children, Ashley Dion Correll, Valerie Ann Bolin, and Kelsey Dean Correll, and one daughter-in-law, Sherryl Lynn Correll. A graveside service will be held for the family at Ebenezer Cemetery, Macy. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
Ella Siers, 80 Retired from General Tire Sept. 19, 1941 – Oct. 20, 2021 Ella Jean Siers, 80, of Wabash, died at 5:04 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born Sept. 19, 1941, in Wabash, to Robert and Frances G. (Easterday) Fawley. Ella worked at General Tire, retiring after over 41 years of dedicated service. She enjoyed watching Westerns and game shows on television, square dancing, and bowling. Ella loved her granchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Jeffery (Kathy) Sluss of Wabash; two grandchildren, Travis Sluss of Ossian, and Chris Sluss of Wabash; three great-grandchildren, Annika Sluss of Ossian, Gage Sluss and Sylas Sluss, both of Wabash. She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Gregory Lee Sluss, two brothers, Robert Fawley and Roger Fawley, and two sisters, Barbara Moore and Emma Price. There will be no services. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. The memorial guest book for Ella may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.
Violet Darlene Spicer, 70, of Wabash, died at 6:15 pm, Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at her home. She was born on Nov. 14, 1950, in Wabash, to William Russell Wood and Violet (Baker) Hall. Darlene was a 1969 graduate of Northfield High School. She married Ronald A. Spicer in Wabash on May 10, 1975; he died May 16, 2019. She worked 12 years at United Technologies Corporation in Huntington, Indiana. Darlene enjoyed working crafts, crocheting, going to rummage sales, playing bingo and listening to Blake Shelton music.
She is survived by seven children, Laura (Brian) Fogel, Wilburn Spicer, and Robert Spicer, all of Wabash, daughter, Karen (John) Hawkins of Illinois, Ronald H. (Joni) Spicer of Wabash, Edna Cooper of Virginia and Kimberly Spicer of Wabash; 15 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; brother, Bill (Cathy) Wood of Wabash; and two sisters, Beth (Bill) Futrell of Wabash, and Chris Greeley of Clearfield, Ky. She was also preceded in death by her parents, and her step father, Wilbur Hall. Visitaiton and funeral services were Monday, Oct. 25, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with the Rev. Richard Olson officiating. Burial was in Center Grove Cemetery, Wabash The memorial guest book may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Thomas Kelch, 80 Jan. 17, 1941 – Oct. 17, 2021 Thomas Steven Kelch died Oct. 17, 2021 in North Manchester. Tom was born Jan. 17, 1941 in Wabash, to Myron Lloyd Kelch and his wife Margie Elizabeth Simmons Kelch. When he was 3 years old, his parents moved to West Virginia. Surviving are Linda, his wife of 17 years; daughter, Caitlyn Kelch and granddaughter Viola in W. Va.; son, Jonathan (Jill) Larrivee and three grandsons, New Zealand; stepson Jamie (Stephanie) Stump and step grandsons, Dylan and Blayne, all of Pierceton. Also surviving are sister-inlaw Sherry Stewart, Calif.; and brothers-in-law: Chet (Sue) Stump, Warsaw; Ron (Karen) Stump, Columbia City, Tom (Carrie) Stump and Mark (Chris) Stump, all of Pierceton. He was predeceased by his parents and daughter, Anne Curry Kelch. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Tom’s last act of kindness was as a whole body donation to Science Care. Science Care serves as a link between those who wished to donate their body to science, and medical resea-rchers and educators. For years a knowledgeable man’s voice was silent, because of illness. But Tom
knew how to express himself in many ways. His kind nature showed through and his sense of humor remained. In the final time of his life, he gently held his wife’s hand as he left this world to meet his Lord and Savior. He has been welcomed into his heavenly home and to a reunion with his loved ones who preceded him there. He now has his voice and a new body without sickness or pain. He will be truly missed by family and friends, but he will meet them again some day. Thank you, God, for our time with Tom.
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Justin Sturgill, 28 Enjoyed skateboarding Aug. 5, 1993 – Oct. 21, 2021
Justin Cody Sturgill, 28, a lifetime resident of Wabash, passed away at 11:21 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, from injuries in an automobile accident. He was born on Aug. 5, 1993, in Wabash, to James Sturgill and Amanda Fierstos. Justin was a 2012 graduate of Wabash High School and he attended Ivy Tech Community College. He previously worked at Huntington Metals. Justin loved skateboarding and video games. Most especially, Justin loved his daughter, Harley. Justin is survived by his parents, James “Bo” (Lisa) Sturgill, of Wabash and Amanda (Phil) Fierstos, of Wabash; one daughter, Harley Sturgill, of Wabash; maternal grandmother, Cindy Stinson, of Wabash; maternal grandfather, John (Barb) Stinson, of Wabash; paternal grandmother, Judy Sturgill, of Logansport; and three brothers, James Sturgill, of Fort Wayne, Michael Hawkins, of Peru and Christopher Hawkins, of Wabash. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. Burial will follow at Memorial Lawns Cemetery in Wabash. Visitation for family and friends will be three hours prior to services, starting at 11 a.m., at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana, 46992, have been trusted with Justin Sturgill’s final arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.
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Kenyon “Ken” Lybarger, 68 Worked in orthopedic industry April 13, 1953 – Oct. 13, 2021 Kenyon “Ken” Lybarger, 68, North Manchester, passed away Oct. 13, 2021 at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. Ken was born in Decatur on April 13, 1953, to Lindy L. and Norma L. (Hamrick) Lybarger. After graduating from Manchester High School in 1971, he attended IPFW for a year before entering the workforce. Ken worked at Peabody Seating Company for thirteen years and BKB for three years before moving to the orthopedic industry, where he found his niche in quality control. He worked at various orthopedic companies in Warsaw, retiring in 2012. On June 5, 1976, Ken married the love of his life, Diana Lee Poston, in the North Manchester United Methodist Church. During their 45 years together, Ken and Diana shared many memorable times, but nothing was as special to them as their son. Although Ken worked many hours, he still found time for his family. In his free time, he enjoyed taking his family to the Indianapolis 500, Auburn Car Auction, camping trips with the Boy Scout, and many of the area festivals. Ken passed a few of his passions on to his son, Loren, such as his love for the Cincinnati Reds and classic cars. He also had a deep appreciation for astronomy, the outdoors, reading, photography, and collecting baseball cards. The loving memory of Ken Lybarger will be forever cherished by his parents, Lindy and Norma Lybarger, North Manchester; wife, Diana Lybarger, North Manchester; son, Loren (Mary (Sonne)) Lybarger, Fort Wayne; brothers, Todd (Amy) Lybarger, North Manchester, and Mark (Kelly) Lybarger, Warsaw; sister, Cindy (Bill) Ogden, Auburn; grandchildren, Kenyon M. and Jennifer I. Lybarger; and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. A memorial celebration of Ken’s life will begin at the conclusion of calling at 2:00 p.m. Pastor J.P. Freeman and Rev. Steve Bahrt will officiate. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley Street, North Manchester, Indiana. For those who wish to honor the memory of Ken Lybarger, memorial contributions may be made to Heart to Heart Hospice, 7221 Engle Road, Suite 100, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 or Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, 34 Washington Street, Suite 200, Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts 02481. The family of Ken Lybarger has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com
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Katherine R. Taylor, 71
Enjoyed helping others
Worked in retail
March 22, 1962 – Oct. 22, 2021
Oct. 26, 1949 – Oct. 22, 2021
Brett A. Tracy, 59, South Whitley, passed away on Oct. 22, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. The son of Arthur Russell and Edna L. (Coldren) Tracy, Brett was born on March 22, 1962, in Warsaw. Brett graduated from Manchester High School in 1980 and from Vincennes University in 1983, where he studied construction. He began working at Invensys/Controls in 1984, where he was employed until 2005. In 2007 Brett began driving truck delivering campers for D&T Transport in Goshen, Indiana. He worked there until he was in a motorcycle wreck in 2018. On May 17, 2008, Brett married the love of his life, Dawn Kilander. The couple fit a lifetime of memories and love into their thirteen years of marriage. Ultimately, Brett’s life was about helping people in various ways. Brett was a member of the Indiana Patriot Guard, American Legion Post 286 and Family Fraternity Moose Lodge 1518, both of North Manchester, American Veterans Post 2919, South Whitley, the Wabash Hog Group, and ABATE of Indiana,. Brett was a thoughtful person who loved to visit with others. Brett seemed to know someone no matter where he went and had the ability to talk to anyone about anything. He enjoyed travel bowling with the Moose, golfing, dart league, and teaching people to ride motorcycles. Surviving are his wife Dawn Tracy, South Whitley; daughter, Daisha (Brian Sauerhage) Kilander, Oconto Falls, Wis.; brothers, Larry (Joan) Tracy, Costa Mesa, Calif., and Richard (Ann) Tracy, North Manchester; sisters, Patricia Allen, Fort Wayne, Shelly (Tracy) Gilliland, Warsaw, Debbie Tracy, Fort Wayne, and Carol (Fred) Haw, Chicago; two grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and the Barn Bunch family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Russell and Edna Tracy; an infant brother; and a sister Linda Werking. Family and friends may call Thursday, Oct. 28, from 2-8 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, at 11a.m. with calling beginning at 10:00 a.m. at McKee Mortuary. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley Street, North Manchester. For those who wish to honor the memory of Brett Tracy, memorials may be made to the Indiana Patriot Guard, 3310 East 350 South, Bluffton, IN 46714 or Parkview Foundations Guardian Angel, 10622 Parkview Plaza Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46845. The family of Brett A. Tracy has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com
Edna Mae Holderman, 69 Worked at Shirt Shed Sept. 12, 1952 – Oct. 22, 2021 Edna Mae Holderman, 69, formerly of Marion, passed away at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at Rolling Meadows Heath and Rehabilitation in LaFontaine. She was born on Sept. 12, 1952, in Linton, to the late Phillip R. and Dorothy M. (Stanton) Shields. Edna worked at Shirt Shed in Wabash. Edna is survived by, sister-in-law, Anna Shields, of Onward; brother-in-law, Tom Eakright, of Wabash; nephew, Phillip (Ashley) Eakright, of Wabash; niece, Tristina Surine, of Fort Wayne; three grandchildren, Kaleb Bell, Julian Bell and Jacob Bell and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, and one sister. There will be no services or visitation. McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main St., LaFontaine, has been trusted with Edna Holderman’s final arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.
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Katherine R. Taylor, 71, a lifetime resident of LaFontaine, passed away at 3:43 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at her residence. She was born on Oct. 26, 1949, in Marion, to the late Allen H. “Bud” and Charlotte (Murphy) Sailors. Katherine was a 1968 graduate of Southwood High School. She married Fred Taylor on July 14, 1968. Katherine worked for several retail companies including, Reader’s World in Marion and Primm Springs in Tennessee. She attended Riverside Church in Marion. Katherine loved her family and spending time with them was her favorite activity. Katherine is survived by her husband, Fred Taylor, of LaFontaine; one son, Richard (Becky) Taylor, of LaFontaine; two daughters, Jennifer (Tony) Miller, of Marion, and Holly Taylor, of LaFontaine; three grandchildren, Trevor Allen Bailey, John Eugene Bailey, and Spencer Robert Taylor; five great-grandchildren, T.I. Bailey, Ella Bailey, Lincoln Bailey, S.J. Taylor, and Tristan Fowler; and one sister, Diana (Clarence) McNeeley, of LaFontaine. She is preceded in death by two sisters. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, with Pastor Brad Wright officiating. Burial will follow at LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at the funeral home. McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, have been trusted with Katherine Taylor’s final arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.
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...continued from Page 9 local hospital, treated, and released. At approximately 12:22 a.m., officers from the Indiana State Police and the Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department responded to a single-vehicle crash on Wabash County Road 325 East at Baumbauer Road, in which a Lagro, IN man died. The preliminary crash investigation by Senior Trooper Todd Trottier and Senior Trooper Jeremy Perez revealed that Teizo
Fox, 41, Lagro was driving a 2015 Kia Soul southbound on Baumbauer Road approaching a stop sign at the Tintersection of County Road 325 East. The Kia failed to stop and traveled through the intersection, crossed Baumbauer Road, and struck a large rock on the south side of the road. Fox was pronounced deceased at the crash scene. Both crashes are still under investigation.
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The secrets to cold weather entertaining Upon the arrival of cold weather, people tend to move indoors and limit their time spent in the elements. For those who live in places where there are restrictions placed on indoor entertaining and gatherings, it may be challenging to find ways to spend time safely together as temperatures drop. Outdoor entertaining in winter may be challenging, especially in regard to keeping everyone warm. The following are some solutions that can help people stay warm and have fun outside. Invest in fire pits Fire pits are an
affordable way to heat a patio or another outdoor area. They can be great places for friends and family to gather around and enjoy special occasions. They’re readily available from garden centers and home improvement retailers at a variety of price points. Permanent fire pits can be built by a homeowner or professionally built by masonry experts. Install an outdoor fireplace A step up from a fire pit, outdoor fireplaces not only add warmth, but also improve the ambiance and value of an outdoor entertaining area. Set up outdoor fur-
Add pop of color to winter garden
There are many ways people that can stay warm and have fun outside.
niture right next to an outdoor fireplace and you have a cozy alternative living room where everyone can gather. Explore outdoor heating systems Few things are more effective at warming up outdoor entertaining areas than patio heaters and infrared heaters. These devices are far more effective than average fire pits or fireplaces. One or two heaters will be enough to keep a large enter-
taining area warm. Keep cozy options available Guests should dress warmly, but having a basket of throw blankets, scarves and parkas available for extra warmth while mingling is helpful. Use outdoor rugs to insulate from the cold from the ground up. Serve hearty foods and beverages Stews, chilis, soups, and other hot foods can help guests warm themselves up from the
inside out. Warmed cider, hot chocolate and mulled wines also can be served to help people stay warm. Get moving Incorporate activities that encourage guests to move around and stay warm. Beanbag tosses, dancing and even sports like flag football can keep guests’ blood flowing. Entertaining outdoors doesn’t have to stop when the weather cools. Find ways to stay comfortable and safe.
Winter weather comes on the heels of a vibrant, colorful autumn season. Shortly after fall foliage falls to the ground, nature tends to greet us with a considerably less colorful palette. What’s more, much of the wildlife and plants that make spring, summer and fall so awe-inspiring tend to hibernate in winter, making it more difficult to find bright spots on drab days. If you think that winter means the end of beautiful garden colors, think again. There are plenty of coolseason flowers and other plants that can add a pop of color to brighten your day. These flowers provide color right when most people need it most. In areas where
winter is not marked by a deep freeze, homeowners can plant pansies, snapdragons, English daisies, calendula, and other blooms from early fall through late winter. These plants will survive the cold, keeping containers, borders and gardens full of color. Camellias are a type of flower that bloom in fall and winter in hues of red, pink, coral, white, and more. The plants are evergreen and will grow from shrubs or small trees when fully established. Homeowners who live in climates marked by cold winters can opt for plants that offer color but without flowers. According to HGTV, these include cabbages and kales.
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Establish winter habitats for backyard animals Preparing a property for winter involves putting away lawn furniture, raking leaves and removing any annual plants that have shriveled up and spent the last of their energy. It can be tempting to want to clean up completely and leave a blank slate in the yard. But by doing so, you may be robbing wildlife of the resources they need to overwinter. The nature and conservation resource In Habitat says plants and animals depend on one another to survive. During the winter, animals may struggle to find adequate shelter and food, especially when there is a lack of sufficient plant matter available. In turn, these animals may actually take up home in people’s residences, turning into pests in the process. Bats, field mice and even opossums and raccoons may move indoors into attics or basements, leaving behind waste and damage if they can’t find adequate shelter outdoors.
How to make inclimate driving safer Impaired visibility can be a safety hazard while driving. Everything from sun glare to hail can affect a driver’s ability to see the road and navigate it effectively. Before drivers get behind the wheel, they should make note of their local forecast and make a plan for what to do if rain, snow or other conditions make it challenging to drive. The International Association of Traffic and Safety Sciences indicates Continued on Page 14.
Homeowners concerned about potential pest infestations can take steps to ensure animals have places to bed down and escape the cold in their yards this winter. These tips can help local wildlife when the temperatures dip. • Leave parts of the yard wild. Animals can make a nest in leaves or piles of brushwood. Just make sure piles left out are away from the home so curious critters don’t try to get inside. Leave the task of tidying up shrubs and garden borders until spring, as shrubs can be dense areas to hide for both insects and animals. • Consider planting animal food sources prior to winter. Plants like elderberry, holly, mulberry, sumac, and crabapple will grow in colder months and animals can enjoy them as a vital food staple. • Don’t forget water sources. Provide access to fresh water and replace as needed if
the water freezes. For homeowners with fish ponds in their backyards, use a hot pot to melt a hole in the top of the pond and allow gases that have accumulated underneath to escape. This allows oxygen to reach fish and frogs in the pond. • Leave bird, squirrel or bat houses in the yard. This is a fun and crafty project that can ward off winter boredom while also providing a safe place for local wildlife to shelter in winter. Animals and insects need some extra help staying comfortable when cool temperatures arrive. Leaving some clean-up tasks for the spring ensures that there are plenty of backyard habitats available to local wildlife.
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Drivers can take several steps to improve visibility when driving in poor weather conditions.
Driving that, based on an examination of crash test data conducted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the “likelihood of a crash increases during periods of low visibility, despite the tendency for less traffic and for lower speeds to prevail during these times.” Drivers can take several steps to improve their visibility when driving in poor weather conditions. • Inspect and change windshield wiper blades. Wipers are instrumental in clearing precipitation away from the windshield. If they’re not functioning properly, wipers cannot do their jobs. Drivers should replace their wipers at the first indication that they are no longer effective. In some conditions, wipers can freeze or stick. Drivers should
...continued from Page 13 then pull over and clean the wipers manually. • Clear obstructions. Always make sure the windshield is clear before driving. This can include removing ice and snow in the winter and cleaning off mud or bug splatter in the spring and summer. Use the front and rear defrost if condensation fogs up windshields and windows. • Slow down. Foul weather can reduce drivers’ ability to see far into the distance. Drivers should always drive slower in inclement weather in order to improve reaction time. • Top off fluids. Always keep the
windshield washer reservoir full and keep extra fluid in the trunk. In addition, look for a fluid that does not freeze in very cold temperatures. • Learn how to drive in fog. Each year, more than 38,700 vehicle crashes occur in fog, states the Federal Highway Administration. Travelers Insurance recommends slowing down, staying focused and using regular headlights and not high beams when driving in fog. • Go out only if necessary. In snowy or icy conditions, drive only if it’s absolutely necessary, as snow and
ice can impair visibility and make roads slick, says AAA. • Avoid driving at dusk and dawn. The human eye can have trouble adjusting to rapidly changing light and darkness conditions, which are common at dusk and dawn. If possible, drivers should make trips during the heart of the day, especially if poor lighting conditions typically make it difficult for them to drive. Drivers can take steps to improve visibility when inclement weather makes roadways hard to navigate.
Each weekend in spring, summer and fall, millions of homeowners fire up their mowers and cut the grass in their yards. A few hours spent mowing the lawn can be a great time to get some sun and some exercise in the great outdoors. As fall gradually transitions to winter, homeowners may wonder when to stop mowing
their lawns. Each lawn is different, and when to stop mowing may depend on a host of factors, including local climate and the type of turf. In addition to climate and turf, homeowners can keep an eye on these conditions to determine when the time is right to put their mowers away for the winter. Continued on Page 15.
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Make it a green winter with these energy-saving tips Conserving energy is a great way to protect the planet and save money. While energy bills might be highest in summer thanks to air conditioning units, certain factors around a house can make winter more wasteful and costly than it needs to be. Energy bills are influenced by a variety of factors, including geography and how energy-efficient a home is. For example, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average monthly utility bill in Connecticut in 2015 was $153.13, while New Mexico residents paid slightly more than half that amount ($79.23) on average. Homeowners cannot control winter weather, which can greatly affect how much energy homeowners consume between December and March. However, there are other ways for
homeowners to curtail their energy consumption and save money throughout winter. • Address any leaks or drafts. Drafty windows and doorways can make the air inside homes feel warmer in the summer and colder in the winter. As autumn weather grows colder, homeowners can perform simple inspections around windows and doorways to determine if they have any leaks. On a cold and/or windy day, place a hand near all windows and doors to feel if there are any leaks. Use caulk or another type of sealant to address leaks so you can keep cold air out and set your thermostat to a reasonable, eco-friendly temperature. • Inspect air vents, faucets and plumbing fixtures. Air vents, faucets and plumbing fixtures attached to exterior walls should be inspected for leaks. Such
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Conserving energy is a great way to protect the planet and save money. While energy bills might be highest in summer thanks to air conditioning units, certain factors around a house can make winter more wasteful and costly than it needs to be. inspections might need to be conducted from outside the home, which can make it more difficult to detect if cold air is entering the home. Look for gaps in the insulation around these areas, filling in those gaps as necessary. • Inspect heating systems at the start of each new season. According to EnergyStar.gov, heating systems account for 29 percent of the average homeowner’s energy expenditures. Inspect your heating or HVAC system before the start of winter, making sure all gas or oil connections are operating properly. EnergyStar.gov notes that dirty
burners and cracked heat exchangers can cause heating units to operate less efficiently and may even pose a safety risk. Inspect the air filter of the heating system at least once per month, as filters can quickly become dirty during a heavy-use season like winter. Dirty filters cause the system to work harder to keep a home warm, unnecessarily wasting energy as a result. • Install a Wi-fi enabled programmable thermostat. Some programmable thermostats can be very difficult to use effectively, making it far too difficult if not impossible for
homeowners to set their thermostats for various temperatures in a single day. Wi-fi enabled programmable thermostats that allow homeowners to control their heating and cooling systems via their smartphones can be more userfriendly than many other programmable thermostats, ensuring homeowners are saving money and not wasting energy heating empty homes. Winter utility bills can be costly, but homeowners can reduce their cold weather energy consumption in various ways without sacrificing comfort.
• Frost: Warmseason grasses typically go dormant after a couple of significant frosts. Homeowners can jot down each frost during fall. Frosts are most noticeable in the early morning hours, so be sure to check lawn conditions each morning as the weather begins to grow cold. Frost may be noticeable without even going outside, but homeowners may need to go outside to check on chilly mornings or on days when the previous night was especially cold. If you must go outside, stay off the grass to protect it. Two or three frosts might be enough to make warm-season grasses go dormant for the winter. Coolseason grasses may keep growing and require moving even after a few frosts, so it’s imperative that homeowners determine which type of grass is in their yards. • Soil temperature: If it’s hard to determine if frosts have occurred, homeowners can try checking the temperature of their soil to decide if they need to keep mowing. The
lawn care experts at Pennington recommend homeowners continue mowing warm-season grasses so long as they keep growing. Lawns may not grow as quickly in fall as they do in spring or summer, and growth may not be as visible to the naked eye during this time of year as it is in other times. Homeowners can routinely check soil temperature to determine if their grasses have stopped growing. Warm-season grasses tend to stop growing once the soil temperature is consistently at 55 F or below, while cool-season grasses tend to stop when temperatures are 45 F or lower. Falling leaves have long been a barometer used by homeowners to determine if they need to keep mowing their lawns. That’s not necessarily a reliable metric, as grass can still keep growing even if leaves have been falling for weeks. In addition, using a mulching mower when leaves begin falling is a great way to provide nutrients.
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Police and fire reports Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents Vehicles driven by Audrey Parrett, 16, Spanaway, Wash., and Billy J. Hutchinson, 54, Clarksville, Tenn., collided on U.S. 24 and CR200W at 10:36 a.m. Oct. 11. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000. A vehicle driven by Cathy J. Garrett Smith, 51, Wabash, told police that a large bird flew into the driver’s side of her vehicle as she was traveling on U.S. 24, west of SR 524. Damage was estimated at $1,001 to $2,500. Vehicles driven by Michael F. Potter, 56, Athens, Ga., and Amanda L. Sulkey, 41, North Manchester, collided on SR 114 and CR 600E. Damage was estimated at $1,001 to $2,500. Vehicles driven by Tyler R. Meredith, 17, Columbia City, Brittany M. Conover, 30, North
Manchester, and Bradley D. Eads, 70, Urbana, collided at 4:09 p.m. Oct. 14, on State Road 114, west of County Road 400E. Damage was estimated at $5,001 and $10,000. A passenger in Conover’s car complained of neck pain. A vehicle driven by Tyler Dyson, 35, Wabash, left the roadway, struck a trailer and “ramped” a gravel pile before entering Honeywell Golf Course property at 11:09 p.m. Oct. 14. Police discovered Dyson walking along CR 300 W. Damage was estimated at $25,001 and $50,000. He was charged with operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 or more and leaving the scene of a personal injury accident. Vehicles driven by Shannon J. Snyder, 59, 603 Seminole Lane, and Benny R. Price Jr., 61, Coatesville, collided at the intersection of U.S. 24
and State Road 13 at 3:18 p.m. Oct. 15. Damage was estimated at $5,001 and $10,000. Vehicles driven by Kaycee N. Gieras, 34, Wabash, and Tabitha R. Butcher, 31, Warsaw, collided at the intersection of CR400W and CR400S at 12:08 p.m. Oct. 16. After the collision, Butcher’s vehicle struck an REMC bowl. Damage was estimated at $25,001 and $50,000.A passenger in Gieras’ car was taken to hospital complaining of chest and rib pain. A vehicle driven by Heather N. Eaton, 24, Logansport, was struck in the rear by a passing vehicle, causing her to go off the road and sideswipe a Duke Energy pole on CR 700W south of CR 500 N. Damage was estimated at $5,001 to $10,000. A vehicle driven by Kevin V. Baker, 21, Peru, struck a deer at 7:31 p.m.
Oct. 18 on Old U.S. 24 and CR 700 W. Damage was estimated at $2,501 and $5,000. A vehicle driven by Brady R. martin, 59, Somerset, struck a deer on State Road 124 and America Road at 7:47 a.m. Oct. 20. Damage was estimated at $2,501 and $5,000. A vehicle driven by Mayra K. Marshall, 30, Wabash, struck a deer on SR 124 east of CR600E. Damage was estimated at $10,001 to $25,000.
North Manchester Police Department Citations Alexia N. Amburgey, 18, Roann, was cited for driving while suspended at 10:25 a.m. Oct. 9.
Ryan A. Hunt, 35, Roann, was cited for speed at 5:465 a.m. Oct. 11. Fire Runs
Units from North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments,
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The Lagro Century Club met Thursday, Oct. 21, at Becky Bowman’s house. Members present were Becky, Linda Collins, Suzan Hamilton, Jane Hatton, Kie Ann Kirk, Cindy McGuire, Jean Panning, Carolyn Roser, Connie Smith, Susie Snyder, Jane Tracy, and Arlene Wolfgang. President Linda Collins opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect. Plans were discussed for the Christmas luncheon at Moore’s Log House. The members voted to contact Northfield High School, Sharp Creek Elementary, and Metro North Elementary about donating books for their libraries in memory of three members who died in the past year: Maxine Baker, Marjorie Tucker, and Joyce Speelman. A card was signed to send to Joyce Hite, who has been ill. A thank-you letter was read from Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. Suzan encouraged us to support the benefit dinner and auction for Greg and Nikki Beeks to be held at the Lagro American Legion on Saturday, Oct. 23. Greg is recovering from serious injuries after falling from a ladder. Greg and Nikki need our prayers and support during this time. Becky entertained us with her collection of photos that she has taken over the years. She enjoys photographing her children and grandchildren, as well as nature. Becky also enters her photos in contests, and offered tips on framing. A picture is influenced by the type of frame, as well as its color and size. An
example of this was the photograph of seed pods with a white background, in a narrow gray frame. When it was framed in a thick brown frame, it did not draw attention to itself. Some photos stand out with matting, others don’t need it. She also offered tips on storing your photos in albums, with notes attached to recall the moments. In a personal note, Becky shared the reason she takes pictures: she had taken a picture of her sixyear-old grandson with his daddy; his daddy later died. They are grateful that they have this special photograph of them together. Becky served croissants with chicken salad and seafood salad, “eyeball” doughnuts, and apple cider. Nov.’s meeting will be at Arlene’s house. The combined Salem/Bethel United Methodist Church will host the Whitko High School Gospel Choir on Oct. 31, at 9:30 a.m. The choir, under the direction of Mrs. Dawn Hinthorn, will present its concert at the Bethel Church. Mrs. Hinthorn teaches vocal music at Whitko High School. The traveling gospel choir has 15 members and has performed in numerous churches in Kosciusko, Whitley, and Wabash counties. Their repertoire includes traditional hymns, as well as music by
contemporary writers. The Salem/Bethel congregation extends a warm invitation to the public to attend this concert at the Bethel UMC. The church is located at 2438 N. 650 E. Lagro, Indiana (approximately three-quarters of a mile north of Hwy 24 on 650 E). Kids’ Klub at Lagro United Methodist Church is a group for Kindergarten through 6th grade. It meets every Wednesday that Metro Schools is in session, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Bible stories, games, praise and worship songs, and supper are included. Parents who have questions can contact the church at lagroumchurch@g mail.com. 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. com. Dora Christian Church, 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, welcomes you to worship service Sunday at 8:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. The sermon for Oct. 31 is “Conquering the Horror of Guilt”
based on 1 Timothy 1:12-17. The Bible study every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. is titled “The Person, the Promise, the Purpose, The Holy Spirit.” The church’s Fall Party is on Saturday, Oct. 30, at 6:00 p.m. 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. The speaker for Oct. 31 is Bill Burnsworth. The Food Pantry at Lagro Community Church is open the third Saturday of every month from 9:00 to. 10:00 a.m. in the basement. Please enter through the back door of the church. The Food Pantry is for Wabash County residents. For further information on donating food or for assistance please call 260-5714639. The monthly devotion from Pastor Mark Wisniewski of Dora Christian Church is a reflection on Ephesians 4:31,32: Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Just as trees in the autumn don’t stubbornly hold onto their dead leaves, so we shouldn’t hold onto any unnecessary weight in our lives. How do we identify negativity in our lives? » By reading God’s Word. » By
allowing His Spirit to show us the necessary heart changes we need. » By being willing to shun practices such as bitterness and anger. » By asking God to help us let go of the guilt from the past. And if guilt from the past is preventing this beautiful new season, we have His promises like this one to remember: Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:18,19 (NIV) “Are you holding onto something that is preventing a freshness to the season ahead? Could it be that the decayed leaves are piling up and your heart needs to discard them for good? If so, reach out to the Lord in prayer. He longs to hear from you. Ask Him to shine light on any thoughts, circumstances, habits, or other “decayed leaves” you might be clinging to. As you watch the leaves fall this season, our prayer is that you are reinded to let go of anything that would hinder a fresh relationship with God.” www.dayspring.co m Sophie was Northfield’s student of the week last week for helping file papers for a staff member. Thanks, Sophie! Northfield students Kayden, Emma, and Kyle all received checks
last week from AP TIP Notre Dame for scores on AP tests last Spring. Michael Fisher, Emma Brainard, and Addison Harner also received checks. Congratulations! Upcoming events for Northfield High School: Oct. 27 – Picture retakes for all grades in the auditorium Oct. 28 – 11:15 a.m. IUK lunch visit; Basketball (JV & V Girls) Scrimmage with South Adams Oct. 29 – Girls Basketball Pictures Nov. 1 – IU Bloomington ACP
History and ACP Government classes Lagro Happy Birthdays: Oct. 27 – Janene Wisniewski. Happy Anniversary: Oct. 28 – Jim and Darcy Hiatt; and Mark and Janene Wisniewski. Do you have a birthday or anniversary to celebrate? Do you have a special event to share? If so, just send me an email at the address listed above, or text me at 260-571-2577. I’d love to share your special day or your community event.
GOOD WORDS . . . I’m always amazed when I read history of the church and those who sacrificed, often being martyred for their faith in God, through Christ Jesus. I consider them Saints, not because they were perfect but because of their faith. They are heroes of the faith. Many dress up for Halloween but I celebrate those that are spiritual heroes during All Saints Day. (Read Hebrews 11) Who is your favorite Saint and church hero? How are you living your life to exemplify the values of Jesus Christ? Rev. Rick E. Carder - (RickeCarder.com)
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Teizo Fox, 41 Loved clowns Jan. 4, 1980 – Oct. 23, 2021
Teizo Matthew Fox, 41, of Lagro, tragically passed away at 12:41 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. He was born on Jan. 4, 1980, in Lexington Park, Md., to Hope Milburn. He spent his youth traveling the world as a military child with his adoptive parents, James C. and Shirley (Biscoe) Fox. On Oct. 10, 2020, Teizo stopped traveling and married Samantha Walton at their home in Lagro. Teizo cooked a lot, fished a lot, and loved clowns, freakishly a lot, which brings us to Halloween. It was not uncommon to find him roaming the neighborhood dressed as a clown the entire month of October scaring people. He loved life, and he made you love life. He camped in his own backyard, he listened to music, had bonfires, and puttered around in that yard endlessly. Teizo also loved kayaking and started the Wabash River Warriors Kayak group on Facebook. He never met a kayak or a person he did not like, or that did not like him. Teizo moved to Lagro, four short years ago, and in that time became a loved member of Samantha’s family and the community. If you needed it done he would do it. The loss of such a beautiful soul reminds us that we should never miss the opportunity to tell people we love them. If Teizo could write this he would tell you, life is precious, hug a little longer, laugh much more, kiss your wife, whistle at the neighbor, have a beer ... with anyone, and eat the Little Debbie whenever you can. You never know when God is going to let you fish in the beautiful river in the sky. Sadly he left behind Taylen Fox, Jayden Fox, and Nyla Fox, from a previous marriage. He and Samantha had Lincoln M. Fox and stepdaughter Bailey Wilbanks, all of which were loved more than they know. He is also survived by his biological mother Hope Milburn, adoptive father and step mother, James (Lula) Fox, Sr., sisters and brothers, Cathy (Tommy) Norris, Angela Hubbard, Yevette Pollock, Sherlane (Calvin) Briscoe, Misty (Kurt) Sollberger, Johnny C. Moody, James (Letesse, Red) Fox Jr., and Lorenzo Spicer, and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his adoptive mother, Shirley Fox, sister, Cherrie Speck, sisterin-law, Becky Moody, and maternal grandparents, Frederick and Lillian Milburn. Funeral services will be 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with John Walton officiating. Friends may call 4-7 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Donations may be made to GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, to help with expenses. The memorial guest book for Teizo may be signed at www.grandstaff-
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Police and fire reports p.m. Oct. 18. Fire Runs Units from North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments, responded to an alarm in the 400 block of W. 7th Street at 9:48 p.m. Oct. 9. Units from North Manchester fire departments responded to the 400 block of West 7th Street for 10:04 p.m. Oct. 9. To the 300 block of East 4th Street at 10:34 p.m. Oct. 9 for a medical assist. To the 500 block of Kech Street at 11:40 p.m. Oct. 9 for a medical assist. Units from the North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments responded to an alarm in the 400 block of West 7th Street at 6:22 a.m. Oct. 12. To the 400 block of West 7th Street at 2:09 a.m. Oct. 13 for a medical assist. To the 600 block of North Elm Street at 11:45 a.m. Oct. 13 for a medical assist. Units from the North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments responded to an alarm in the 600 block of East College Avenue at 1:25 a.m. Oct. 17 To the 1100 block of SR 13E at 2:46 a.m. Oct. 18 for a medical assist. To the 400 block of West 7th Street at 9:26 a.m. Oct. 18 for a medical assist. To the 500 block of Kech Street at 10:48 a.m. Oct. 18 for a medical assist. To the 1100 block of SR 114W at 8:06 a.m. Oct. 19 for a medical assist. To the 1100 block of SR 13W at 7:16 p.m. Oct. 19 for a medical assist. Units from North Manchester, Chester and
Pleasant Township fire departments responded to the 600 block of East College Avenue for an alarm at 10:56 a.m. Oct. 20. Accidents Vehicles driven by Mohamed O. Shire, 35, Indianapolis, and Dennis W. Johnson, 34, Columbia City, collided at 10:44 a.m. Oct. 16 at State Road 13 and SR 114. A third vehicle driven by Derick E. Lincoln, 40, Columbia City, was struck as a result of the crash. The NM Police Department was assisted by North Manchester and Chester Township fire departments, Parkview Ambulance and Wabash County Emergency Management. A park vehicle owned by Kaleigh M. O’Brien, 32, Fort Wayne, was struck by a vehicle that left the scene in the 400 block of Wabash Road at 7:32 p.m. Oct. 16. A vehicle driven by Michael C. Winters, 23, Huntington, struck a deer on SR 114 between County Roads 700 and 800 East at 8:86 p.m. Oct. 18. A vehicle driven by Michael Schreffler, 19, North Manchester, struck a deer at 12:06 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, on Meridian Road, south of CR 1500N. Cases A vandalism report was taken at 7:34 a.m. Oct. 18 in the 600 block of West 4th Street. Land Transfers Timothy D. Price, warranty deed to Paul J. Hom IV and Nicole M. Hom. Robert L. Albertson, warranty deed to Consetta Savarino Conn, Jeffrey Conn and Consetta Savarino Conn. Aaron D. Brown and Kimberly J. Brown, warranty
Crash leaves 4 people injured On Oct. 22, at approximately Wabash Police responded to a motor vehicle crash in the 1100 block of Manchester Avenue. Wabash Police located a head-on collision. The southbound driver, Jason C. Bozell, 50, Wabash, was transported from the scene to a Fort Wayne hospital. The front seat passenger of Bozell’s vehicle, Carrie L. Reed, 45, North Manchester, was also transported to a Fort Wayne hospital. The northbound driver, Tracy Lamb, 40, Fort Wayne, deed to Gina Cussen. Crossroads Bank, corporate deed to Philip E. Schlemmer and Maynard L. Shellhammer. Bontrager Properties LLC, warranty deed to David L. Unhoch and Sandra J. Unchoch. Jason I. Nazer, Charlene C. Nazer, Jason Nazer, and Charlene Nazer, warranty deed to Susanna D. Troyer, Kirk E. Robinson, Susie Troyer and Kirk Robinson. Dawn Etzel, Jaye Walter Etzel and Jaye W. Etzel, personal deed to Breeanna Bell. Bradley D. Thompson, Tyann Stokes, Amanda Castro and Ashley Powell, warranty deed to Gregory W. Miller. Pathfinder Services Inc., corporate deed to Michael G. Dreiling and Christine M. Dreiling. Janet Somerlot, warrant deed to Ashlyn G. Rody. William R. Smedley and Linda Music, personal deed to Michael S. Elka. City of Wabash, quit claim deed to Gary Lee Sluss and Melissa Sue Sluss. Anne E. Bell and Gregory D. Bell, personal deed to Lois A. Haupert and Jon J. Haupert. Robert G. Trexler, warranty deed to
and her juvenile daughter were transported to Parkview Wabash Hospital. A backseat juvenile passenger in Lamb’s vehicle was treated at the scene and released to her father. Preliminary investigation reveals that the two vehicles collided head on. The crash is still under investigation, and Wabash Police allege that alcohol and/or drugs may be a factor in the crash. Wabash Police are awaiting blood results on the drivers.
Matthew Castro. TLCJJB LLC, warranty deed to Jeremy A. Callahan. Mary Catherine Yaggy, warranty deed to Kaleb S. Parker. L&L Blocher Joint Revocable Trust, warranty deed to Charles M. Bell and Peggy S. Bell. Adam Zwiebel and Andrea M. Zwiebel, warranty deed to Florence O. Draper. Douglas D. Unger, quit claim deed to Douglas D. Unger and Robin D. Adkins. Theodore F. McCune and Linda McCune, quit claim deed to Revocable Living Trust of Linda and Theodore McCune. Benjamin Whitaker, quit claim deed to Megan Whitaker. Terry O’Brien and Janny O’Brien, quit claim deed to Ashley Paris. Brian Ridgeway and Cheryl A. Ridgeway, warranty deed to Dick Tracy. Biggs Inc., corporate deed to Ideal Suburban Homes Inc. Ideal Suburban Homes Inc., corporate deed, to Roger D. Minor and Roberta Minor. Miriam Johnson, Miriam B. Johnson, Mitchell E. Johnson, Alena Johnson Jonna Michaels and John
robinette, quit claim deed to Mariam Johnson and Mitchell E. Johnson. Curtis Reed, warranty deed to Logan Patrick. Kristine Marie Risher, warranty deed to Joseph Marino. Ellis M. Rice Keystone Trust, trust deed to April Campbell. NV Housing Cass LLC, warranty deed to Sandy Ricket and Marion Ricket. Mino Hilty and Elizabeth Hilty, quit claim deed to Michael E. Hilty and Barbara A. Hilty. Marvin M. Miller and Marilynn B. Miller, quit claim deed to Matthew M. Miller and Latisha L. Miller. Thomas C. Ehret and Teresa R. Ehret, warranty deed to Tracey E. Harris. Tracey E. Harris, quit claim deed to Tracey E. Harris and Brandon M. Oberg. Heather M. Traster, quit claim deed to Dianne Hall. Matthew L. Moorman, warranty deed to Von A. Krom. Ray Starr, quit claim deed to Ray Starr and Stella Starr. Susan E. Pore and Ronald D. Pore, quit claim deed to Susan E. Pore and Melissa E. Hartley.
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Golden ticket to be hidden in downtown candy give-away Wabash Trucking, a subsidiary of Gebhart Holdings, is thrilled to participate in the Wabash Marketplace Downtown Trick or Treat Extravaganza for the third year in a row and will give away a Golden Ticket prize package for the first time in event history. This free event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 5-7 p.m with Wabash Trucking dumping over 2,000 pounds of candy on Miami Street at promptly 5 o’clock. This year, there will be a Golden Ticket hidden in one of the candy bars for one lucky winner to find. The ticket winner will receive a hover board; a one-year family pass to the Wabash County YMCA; a one-year family pass to the Wabash County Museum; a four pack of tickets to Cirque Dreams Holidaze at the
Honeywell Center; a 5 pound chocolate bar; and other goodies. “We wanted to do something special this year to add to the fun and to go along with our ‘Willy Wonka’ theme, so that is where the Golden Ticket prize pack came into play. We’re really grateful to our community partners who have contributed to the prizes and can’t wait to see who the lucky winner will be,” said Carrie Vineyard, Chief Marketing Officer at Gebhart
Holdings. The public is also invited to trick or treat at various downtown businesses and to enjoy other family-friendly activities that will be happening during the event. Gebhart Holdings is a privately held corporation focusing on growth through vertical integration. The company is committed to enriching the community of Wabash and those around it by creating and maintaining successful entities that will in turn cause the com-
munity to thrive. It aims to offer products, solutions, and resources at the highest level to each of the industries that they participate in. Currently, Gebhart Holdings businesses include: Metal Source, Metal Source Recycling, Wabash Steel Supply, Wabash Trucking, Market Street Grill, Wabash Property Management, Splash and Dash Car Wash, Wabash Motor Company, DRG Logistics, and Central Indiana Driving Institute.
VFW to host trunk or treat, VA drive The Wabash Veterans of Foreign Wars will host a trunk or treat from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31. This year, officials are combining the event with a drive to collect items for veterans at the Veterans Administration
Wabash Elks to host youth party The Wabash Elks Lodge No.471 will sponsor a kids Halloween party from 5-7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31. In addition to giving out goody bags, the Lodge will host drawings for eight $50 gift cards. The Wabash Elks is located at 225 W. Main St.
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size), jackets, coats (any adult size), pasta, sauces and snacks. Organizers said all the items must be new. The Wabash VFW post is located at 3678 W Old U.S. 24, Wabash.
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Honeywell Arts & Entertainment has announced the addition of two live performances at the Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre. Tickets for NewSong & Big Daddy Weave and Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 26 at 10 a.m. and are available by calling 260-563-1102 or online at HoneywellArts.o rg. Very Merry Christmas Tour & More! With NewSong/Big Daddy Weave – Sunday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center Grammy nominated Christian music icons NewSong are teaming up with Big Daddy Weave for this year’s Very Merry Christmas Tour. One of Christian music’s favorite holiday outings, the tour is a night full of music, laughter, joy, and remembering Christ’s birth and what that means to all of us.This performance is sponsored by Friends Counseling Center. Most seats $25, $35. Limited premium seating $50. Satisfaction – The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show – Thursday, Jan. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Eagles Theatre For over 20 years and with more than
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Eat well, be well By Laura Kurella
With October nearly in the rearview mirror, and flu season about to start nipping at our heels, readers have indicated that covid has made them more mindful of taking better care of their health, and the importance of eating healthier, too! Knowing that the health of our ship (body) does determine how far it will travel (live), and knowing that how well it can fight off any invaders comes down to consuming the proper fuel (nutrients), it’s only logical that in order to protect your one-of-akind ship you need to consume nutrientdense food! Thankfully, the cookbook, Eat Well, Be Well by Jana Cristofano (Sterling Epicure 10/20) has
heard the cry for recipes that can fuel us, and be a pleasure too! In this, her debut cookbook, Cristofano notes that plant-based diets have shown to help reverse illnesses, including symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Holding a certificate in Plant-based Nutrition from Cornell University’s T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, Cristofano is the writer and photographer of nutritionicity.com, a popular plantbased/gluten-free blog. She is also a wellness advocate and consultant, based in Warrenton, VA., who likes to make eating well an achievable, realistic, and delicious goal. Relying on nuts, legumes, and fresh produce in her recipes, Cristofano places both creativity
and taste in her recipe selection, which includes portobello bacon, vegan parmesan cheese made from ground and seasoned raw cashews, and sloppy joes made from lentils. On the sweeter side recipe offerings include apple carrot cake muffins made with gluten-free flour, fudgy chocolate cake made with dates and apple sauce for sweetness and texture, and no-bake lemon cheesecake featuring soaked raw cashews that are blended with other ingredients to make a cheesecakelike filling! Offering guiding principles to eating vegan and glutenfree, and nutritional charts for fruits and vegetables, The Eat Well, Be Well cookbook is a great place for the beginner to start a plant-based,
gluten-free, and refined sugar-free diet, or someone who is looking for even more ways to eat well! Given the ongoing health issues we continue to face in the world, we should all take extra care of the ship that sails us, and there’s no better way than to give it a grade of fuel that won’t gum up our fuel injectors, if you know what I mean! To learn more about Cristofano and her recipes, visit: https://nutritionicity.com Here now is a sampling from Eat Well, Be Well courtesy of Cristofano and Sterling Epicure. Enjoy! Crabless Cakes Servings: eight 2 1/2-inch cakes I was born and raised in Maryland, and if my home state is known for one dish, it is without question the crab cake—a subtle, tender seafood patty that is pan-fried and seasoned with a unique blend known as Old Bay. As much about texture as it is taste, the recipe has become one of the most coveted dishes on the central East Coast. By replacing the crabmeat with torn hearts of palm, the look, texture, taste, and buttery softness are better than the original. This version is healthier too—baked rather than pan-fried. Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 18 minutes 1 (14- to 15-ounce) can hearts of palm, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Old Bay or other seafood seasoning 1 teaspoon prepared mustard 1/2 teaspoon coconut aminos or vegan Worcestershire 1/2 teaspoon finely ground sea salt
It’s not often that you find drool-worthy recipes that are also gluten-free, and healthy vegan, but the Eat Well, Be Well cookbook is making it both easy and delicious, and offers an, "I can't believe there's no crab in these crab cakes!" type of recipe selection to boot! Recipes and photos from Eat Well, Be Well © 2020 by Jana Cristofano, with permission from Sterling Epicure
1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions, about 1 stalk 1/2 cup gluten-free panko or very fine bread crumbs, divided cocktail sauce, for serving 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Thinly slice the hearts of palm lengthwise. Cut the slices into 3/4-inch pieces. Using your fingers, gently pull any larger pieces into shreds. 3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Old Bay, mustard, coconut aminos, salt, and pepper until well blended. Stir in the hearts of palm and green onions until well combined. 4. Add 1?3 cup of the bread crumbs to the hearts of palm mixture and gently mix in. Form eight patties, 2 tablespoons each. 5. Add the remaining bread crumbs to a small dish. Dredge both sides of the patties in bread crumbs pressing gently to adhere. Place on the baking sheet, evenly spaced. 6. Bake for 18 minutes until the cakes are light golden brown, flipping over after 13 minutes. Remove them from the oven and serve immediately with your favorite cocktail sauce. Leftovers will keep well in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
Indulgent No-Bake Truffle Bites Makes 25 1 1/2-inch bites Years ago, if I saw one of those golden Godiva boxes sitting on a table, I would be drawn to it like a magnet. Today I still enjoy an occasional indulgence in a luscious confection, but these truffles let me do so without adding cream and refined sugar to my diet. Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: none 1/2 cup packed pitted whole Medjool dates, about 9 large dates 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked 1/2 cup almond meal 1/4 cup coconut flour 1/4 cup pecans 1/4 cup unsweetened plant-based milk 3 tablespoons coconut sugar 2 tablespoons golden flaxseed meal 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 tablespoons almond or cashew butter 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided 1/8 teaspoon finely ground sea salt 1/2 cup coconut flakes 1 cup vegan chocolate chips, divided and melted 1. Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper or grease with walnut or coconut oil. 2. Place the dates in a small bowl. Cover with very hot water and soak for about 30 minutes. Cashews can be soaked at the same time. Dates are
ready when they are extremely soft. Rinse only the cashews, but drain both the cashews and the dates. 3. While the dates are soaking, place the almond meal, coconut flour, pecans, milk, coconut sugar, flaxseed meal, maple syrup, nut butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and salt in a food processor. Blend until completely combined. Transfer to an 8 x 8inch pan and press evenly to cover the bottom. Set aside. 4. Place the cashews and dates, coconut flakes, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla in the food processor. Blend until smooth, about 3 to 5 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. 5. Melt 1/2 cup chocolate chips in a small microwave-safe bowl on medium-low or on the stovetop in a small saucepan over low heat and spread evenly over the crust in the pan. Allow the chocolate to firm up. Place in the refrigerator for a couple of minutes, if necessary. Spread the cashew-date mixture evenly over the chocolate layer. Melt the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and spread on top. Refrigerate until all layers are firm, about 1 hour. Cut in 25 pieces and serve. Store the remaining bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 week or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
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Northfield girls fall in VB regional final
CULVER — After a tight 3-1 win over Blackhawk Christian in the opening match of the Class 1A Culver Community Regional, the Southwood volleyball team’s comeback attempt against Kouts fell short 3-1 in the championship match Saturday night, Oct. 23.
First round Southwood started the day with a 25-22, 17-25, 25-23, 25-18 win over Blackhawk Christian in the morning contest. Northfield never trailed, maintaining a three to fivepoint lead most of the first set before Blackhawk tied things up at 20-20. The Lady Knights scored the final three points to pull out the win. The second set was all Blackhawk who took a 20-10 lead before clinching it 25-17. The third set saw Blackhawk take a 17-10 lead before Southwood stormed back to tie the set at 22-22. Tied at 23-23, grabbed a set point and won the comeback on a Brave error to take a 2-1 lead in the match.
The fourth set was close through the first half with the teams tied 12-12 before Southwood scored took an 18-14 lead. Blackhawk but the lead to 18-16 but the Lady Knights went on a tear to win seven of the next nine points to clinch a spot in the championship match. Alaina Winer led Southwood with 11 digs, eight service points, seven kills, six assists, two blocks, and three aces, while Grace Drake had 19 assists, eight digs, five kills, and three points, Marissa Metzger had 17 kills and one dig, and Alli Lopez had nine digs, seven assists, seven points, and five kills. Mya Denney had 15 points, seven digs, five kills, and three aces, followed by Allie Haecker with eight points, five digs, and three assists, Ella Haupert with seven points, eight digs, and two aces, Marissa Metzger with 17 kills and one dig, and Carley Whitsel with five digs and two kills. Championship match
In the championship match, Southwood and Kouts split the first two sets before Kouts won the third set and withstood a furious Southwood comeback attempt in the fourth set to claim the regional title 25-20, 21-25, 25-15, 25-23. Kouts jumped out to an 8-1 first-set lead and maintained that advantage through much of the first set. Southwood pushed back late in the first set, cutting the lead to 21-20 before Kouts closed it out 25-20. The second set stayed close throughout with Southwood clinging to small leads, including a 21-20 edge late in the set. Kouts tied it up at 21-21 but the Lady Knights responded with four straight points to clinch the set 25-21. Southwood never led in the third set, trailed by as many as nine points twice before the Mustangs won 2515. The fourth set started much like the third set with Kouts taking a 6-2 lead and, despite Southwood staying close throughout,
Alaina Winer returns a volley in the championship game Saturday night. Photo by Joseph Slacian eventually took a 19-13 lead over the Lady Knights. Southwood didn’t quit, scoring the next three points to cut it to 19-16 but Kouts regrouped and took a 21-16 lead. Denney answered with a kill, followed by an ace by Lopez to cut the lead to 21-18, but the Mustangs scored the next three points to take a
match point at 2418. Southwood had one more push in them, saving five match points to cut the lead to 24-23, but Kouts ended the match on the next point to win the regional title. Drake led Southwood with 15 assists, 10 points, five kills, and five digs, while Metzger had 16 kills and one dig, Lopez had 15
assists, 12 digs, and five kills, and Winer had 15 digs, five kills, and four assists. Haecker had 24 digs, seven points, and two assists, followed by Mya Denney with eight points, four kills, and two blocks, Barney with five kills, three blocks, and one dig, Haupert with eight digs and five service points, and
Whitsel with three digs, one block, and one kill. Southwood The Lady Knights finish the 2021 season with a 29-6 record, winning the Three Rivers Conference with a perfect 9-0 record, losing just two sets in conference play, and claiming a sectional title.
Knights, Norse advance in football playoffs
Southwood and Northfield both advanced in the IHSAA football state tournament with sectionalopening wins in Class 1A, but Manchester and Wabash saw their seasons end Friday night, Oct. 22, in the Class 2A tournament. Class 1A Sectional 44 Southwood 47, North Miami 7 Winless North Miami held their own early on in their sectional
game at Southwood Friday night, Oct. 22, but the Knights broke a 7-7 tie in the second quarter to score the final 40 points of the game in a 47-7 win over the Warriors. Southwood quarterback Morgan Lloyd had a monster game throwing for 579 yards on 1832 attempts with five touchdowns. North Miami struck first when Trevor Simons scored on a 75-yard touchdown pass in the first two min-
utes of the game to take a 7-0 lead. Southwood reacted on their first possession when Morgan Lloyd found Cole Winer for a 5-yard touchdown pass to tie the game at 7-7. Midway though the second quarter Lloyd hit Derrick Smith for a 14-yard touchdown strike to give Southwood a 14-7 lead. The score remained 14-7 at halftime but the Knights put it away with three touch-
downs in the third quarter. Lloyd and Winer connected again, this time for seven yards, to give the Knights a 21-7 lead. Isaiah Sutton scored on a 3-yard run to make it 28-7, followed by a 14yard passing touchdown from Lloyd to Joey Bland for a 347 lead. Sutton scored his second touchdown of the game, this time on a 13-yard pass from Lloyd, the quarterback’s fifth of the game, to
give Southwood a 41-7 lead early in the fourth quarter. Smith scored the final touchdown of the game on an interception return from 37 yards out. Along with Lloyd’s big game, Winer caught 11 passes for 179 yards with two touchdowns. Smith and Sutton each had two receptions, 31 yards, and one touchdown, while Luke Pershing had two catches for 24 yards, and Bland
had one 14-yard touchdown pass. Sutton ran for 52 yards on 11 carries on the ground, and Lloyd picked up 34 yards on eight attempts. Smith picked of two passes, while Denney and Barney each recovered a fumble. Southwood (5-3) hits the road this Friday where they face Adams Central (9-1) at 7 p.m. Northfield 35, Fremont 14 The Northfield Norse didn’t take
their first lead in Friday night’s sectional game at Fremont until the second half, but once the got it, they didn’t let it go. Northfield broke a 14-14 tie midway though the third quarter and never looked back in a 3514 win over the Eagles. Fremont got on the board first with a touchdown three minutes into the game and held that lead until Northfield tied Continued on Page 23
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...continued from Page 22 35-14 lead. Northfield (7-3) will host Triton (36) this Friday with a 7 p.m. kickoff. Class 2A Sectional 34 Bremen 28, Manchester 13 Three second-quarter Bremen rushing touchdowns and a stingy defense led the Lions to a 28-13 win over the Manchester Squires in the opening round of Sectional 34 Friday night, Oct. 22. Bremen scored on runs of 22, seven, and five yards in the second quarter to turn a 7-7 tie into a 28-7 halftime lead and held on for the win.
Bremen got on the scoreboard first on a 12-yard run to take a 7-0 lead. Manchester answered with Brock Casper hit Dylan Stroud for a 10yard touchdown pass to tie the game at 7-7 after a Jackson Austin extra point. The Lions scored two quick touchdowns early in the second quarter, one from 22 yards, the second on a 7yard run to take a 21-7 lead. Bremen added a late first-half score on a 5-yard run to take a 28-7 lead into the locker room. Manchester got back into striking
distance in the third quarter when Casper hit Memphis Wood for a 25yard touchdown pass to cut the lead to 28-13. But Wood’s touchdown was the score of the game as neither defense budged the rest of the way, ending the season for the Squires. Casper led the Squire offense with a 19-28 passing performance for 128 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions. Stroud caught six passes for 57 yards and a touchdown while Wood grabbed three passes for 37 yards Continued on Page 28
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LaFontaine Lions to host Halloween breakfast on Oct. 30 Oct. 30 in the Town LaFontaine the LaFontaine Lions will start the celebration of Halloween with a breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Then starting at 5 p.m. the LaFontaine/Libert y Fire Department will start serving along with the LaFontaine Lions Hot Dogs, Apple Cider and Kettle Corn. Trick or Treat will be from 5- 8 p.m. TOWN OF LAFONTAINE RESIDENTS, you can start putting your leaves in plastic trash bags and setting them out by the curb/street. They will be picked up as needed and not on any particular days, but as the utility department can get to them. Please do not call the office for pick up. FEMA INFORMATION ABOUT FUNERAL ASSISTANCE: There is funeral assistance to families of lost loved ones to Covid-19. I received a phone call about this from Mrs. Gardner, who has used this program and wanted to let her community know about it. I copy this from their web page the following: Covid-19 Funeral Assistance is now available. Apply for funeral assistance and ask questions through the dedicated phone line. Get answers to frequently asked questions. Covid-19 Funeral Assistance Helpline 844-6846333 l TTT: 800-4627585 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern time Call this dedicated tollfree phone number to get a COVID-19 Funeral Assistance
application completed with help from FEMA’s representatives. Multilingual services will be available. Get answers to frequently asked questions about the application process on our Funeral Assistance FAQ page. If you use a relay service, such as your videophone, Innocaption or CapTel, please provide your specific number assigned to that service. It is important that FEMA is able to contact you, and you should be aware phone calls from FEMA may come from an unidentified number. On June 29, 2021, we amended the funeral assistance policy to assist with COVID19 related deaths that occurred in the early months of the pandemic. This policy change will allow applicants to submit a signed statement from the certifying official on the death certificate or the local medical examiner, or coroner, that attributes the death to COVID-19 deaths that occurred between Jan. 20 and May 16, 2020. SMALL TOWN EXPO Can you believe it is less than two weeks until Small Town Exp? We are anxious to start the day with The Bed Turning Every Quilt has a Story at 9 a.m. in the
Learning Center 207 N. Wabash Ave. Vendors will start sales at 10 a.m. along with the tree auction. Incidentally five trees are decorated and ready for you to bid on. The trolley will be available to take you to other venues at 11 a.m. Yes, lunch will be available at 11 a.m. and noon fantastic entertainment in the Learning Center. Events at other locations include Nativity Displays in the Parker Building, shopping at Grant Creek Mercantile, and an informative presentation at the museum (11 a.m.12:30 p.m.) in Troyer Memorial Library. At 1 p.m. there will be a Storytime and craft for children in the library. Tree auction ends at 2 p.m. and trees will be awarded to the winners. The beautiful souvenirs can be claimed throughout the day and prizes from drawings awarded at the end of the day. The Nativity Pilgrimage will close the day at 3 p.m. Sounds like a good day in LaFontaine. Hope you visit the small town with a big heart see you Nov. 6. SOMERSET OFFICIALS are fundraising at yearend to help the town of Somerset be in a position to support annual expenses which helps maintain the Community Building, Fire Station and both parks. The town typically spends between $6,000 to $7,000 for electricity, water, heating, cooling and general maintenance. This does not include any unexpected
A look at Kendall Street in LaFontaine, thanks to an old postcard. big-ticket items or costly repairs. The town is going to need to replace the HVAC Unit in the Community Center in the near future and it looks like this will be minimum $14,000. If you are in a position to donate to help us mee annual expenses and to help defray the eventual HVAX repairs, it will really help Somerset. For those who have given in the past thank you! You can write a check to SRDC and give it to one of the town board members you know. If you have any questions, please contact Jay Driskill or any of our Town Board members Thank you for considering a gift to support Somerset Jay Driskill HISTORY: Wide, beautiful, tree lined streets in Lafontaine. This is a 1910s post card looking east on Kendall Street in LaFontaine. By 1919 the population was 700. Businesses of LaFontaine included Joseph A. Misner as postmaster, stock buyers Benjamin Banister, J.L. Davis, Ord Miller and John A. Schuster. Doctors were Frank S. Browne and Marvin Fisher; Clark Hardware Co.; grocers Orrin Clark and Clarence T. Royce; Albert S. Crawford, harness maker; druggists
Hugh Dare, George Geyer, and John L. Johnson; George Denton veterinary surgeon; and John S. Finkenbiner, blacksmith. LaFontaine even had a movie theater – The Keystone Theater run by James Grant and Orra Pearson the film operator. There was also the LaFontaine Bank; LaFontaine Herald published by Vivan Neal; general stores run by Joel Martin and Parker & Son; J.C.F. Martin & Sons grain elevator; Earl Mendenhall the town baker; LaFontaine Telephone Company (Goldier Siders, operator); Schlosser Bros cream station, Bert Sharpe poultry buyer, Roy Smith barber and C.W. Stoner & Co. sold building materials. Conrad Morrow the town marshal. There were three churches the Baptist Church with pastor John R. Daly; LaFontaine Christian Church, with the Rev. Charles Aldrich and the Methodist Episcopal Church with the the Rev. Gomer Hughes. Janet RobbinsPattee said the picture was taken in front of Bob Wiemer home.” Paula Enyeart said, aside from the style of cars and size of trees it looks the same. VETERANS are still selling 8 inch
by 8 inch bricks to be placed at the Veterans memorial on the land by the LaFontaine Community Building. The bricks cost $75 each and they will put the person’s name, branch of service and the years of service. All need to do is contact Jerry Wilson at 765-9814928. The person does not half to be from this area. This a great way to remember a service man or woman who has served this Great Country to keep us all safe. If you do not know what to get a person (who served) for Christmas this would be a great gift. JOSIAH WHITE’S is pleased to announce that it recently became a certified Best Christian Workplace through the Best Christian Workplaces Institute. LIBERTY BELLS will meet for lunch at the Fried Egg in Wabash on Tuesday, Nov. 2 at 11:30 a.m. JOSIAH WHITE’S each month staff are nominated based upon how they demonstrated our Core Values and How We Behave by being humble, effective, missiondriven, Christian, professional, and resilient to the highest level! September’s
Employee of the is…Drum Roll Please…Melissa Campbell! Behavior being recognized: Reliable, Effective, Humble, resilient, Mission-driven “Melissa has taken on additional responsibilities until we work to get someone hire to do the tasks.” Congratulations, Melissa, and all nominated staff members! MY MUSCLES ARE SORE, but they work, I did not sleep well last night, but God woke me up. My wallet is not full, but my belly is. I may not have it all, but God gives me what I need. My life is not perfect, but my life is good. I’ve truly been blessed. Thank you, Lord. Amen. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Shellie Saril, Abby Denney, Ethel Eib, Jason Worster, Oct. 30, Nancy Radabaugh Oct. 31. Jim Benner, Norma Northway, Willie Miller Nov. 1 Ralph Heiser Nov. 2, Hayden Jones, Kelly Hayes Nov. 3 Linda Harres Nov.4 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Mark and Janene Wisniewski Oct. 28, Dave and Fran Murphy, Barrie and Teresa Bunnell Nov. 1 SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.co m or 2258E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940
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The Urbana Halloween Car & Truck Show took place Oct. 16. The car show was a success. The day was a little cool and windy for the cruisers but they came from all over the state, even one from Ohio came out to enjoy the day and to show his vehicle. The Streetlight Committee wants to thank all of the car show sponsors and all the cruisers that came out to show off their vehicles. Thank you everyone for your support. The funds that were collected from entry fees and raffles will help with the monthly billing of the streetlight for the rest of this year and some of the next. I received donations other than registration fees from people who just wanted to help out the Urbana streetlights. I even received a donation given to me for the lights in memory of Wynter Beihl, the daughter of Jeff & Renee Beihl who owns Cornerstone Vet Clinic. Wynter had passed away earlier this year. My son Matt, my daughter Alisha and my granddaughter Karis helped me with the registration and
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raffles. Karis even helped Bonita in the Snack Shack for a while. Matt, with help from Dick White, judged some of the vehicles while I attended to the judging of the Halloween Costume contest. Thanks to the Urbana Lions, Bonita Snell, Denny and LuAnn Craft, Tadd Hoover and Luke Hunt for running the Snack Shack and supplying food and soft drinks for everyone. Thanks goes to Bobby Cash for frying up the tenderloins. There were a lot of very nice cars and trucks, even one or two VWs. Here is a list of the show winners who took home an award. Dave Westcott, Hugh O’Donnell, Steve McAuliffe, John & Carol Shepherd, Terry Weinke, Jessie Mitobin, Tom Burnsworth, Aaron Anderson, Jess & Mary Gressley, Lloyd Arnold, Robert Schlotter, Rick
Baber, Dick White, Terry Niccum, Steve Powell, Jim Hall, Eddie Cage, Ron Tucker, Bryan Bowma, Lloyd & Shirley Newsome, Terry Weaver, David Hawkins, Matt Dillon, Jason McFeters, Stan Stapleton, Jeff Gibson, Brett Leach, Jeffery Brown, Keith & Pam Coryell, Walt Long, Michelle Hendy, Lucinda Holderman, Douglas King, Herschel Hall, Jerry Tobin, Jerry Martin, Ron Withers, Dan & Rose Redner, Terry Baker, Russ & Evon Baber, John Brane and to the other winners who I did not have names for. The following winners took home the specialty awards which were clocks with Halloween themes on them. Best Paint went to Bill Waymire, Best Engine went to Bob O’Hara, Best Theme Car was won by Tammy Hall, Best Rat Rod number one was won by Evert Brubaker, Best Rat Rod number two was won by Troy Wardwell and the Urbana Lions Choice was taken by Kenny Wheetley. I personally would like to thank everyone who sponsored, helped with the
Some of the participants of the costume contest that was held during the Halloween Car & Truck Show. Everyone was a winner. Snack Shack, the judging, all of the other donations, the cruisers and others who participated in the show. We will do this again. Happy Halloween! See you next year. Community affair: The Salem/Bethel United Methodist Church located north of Hwy 24 on 650E. Address is 2438 N. 650E Urbana, IN 46990. The Church is inviting you to attend a Gospel concert presented by the Whitko High School Gospel Choir on October 31, at 9:30 A.M. The choir is under the direction of Dawn Hinthorn. Mrs. Hinthorn teaches vocal music at Whitko High School in South Whitley. The traveling gospel choir has 15 members and has performed in numerous
churches in Wabash, Whitley and Kosciusko counties. Their repertoire includes traditional hymns , as well as music by contemporary writers. The Salem/Bethel congregation extends a warm invitation to the public to attend this concert. Come and enjoy the concert and the fellowship. Urbana Yoke Parish Church: The Christian Education Ministry will be sponsoring “Truck or Treat” Oct. 30, 2021 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the grove. There will be food and games. Bring your kids, grandkids, neighbors, friends, and enjoy an evening of fun, food and fellowship. Oct. 31 will be the Annual Congregational Meeting. The meeting will follow the Sunday worship
service. Please plan to attend and vote on the budget and new board members for 2022. Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg on October 20, 2021. This group tries to meet every Wednesday around 7:30 a.m. Those attending were Pat McNabney, Tom and Joyce Wilcox, Larry and Nancy Meyer and Peggy Dilling. They were all pleasantly surprised by Marca Snook who treated them all to breakfast. If you are interested in seeing what this bunch is all about, come on down some Wednesday morning and have breakfast with them. They meet every Wednesday at 7:30. I’m sure they won’t turn you away. Birthday Wishes: Oct. 25 Phyllis Baker, Oct. 27 Ryker McKillip
and Oct. 29 Tucker Fitch. Condolences to family and friends of Ava Gibson from the Urbana Community. Ava passed away Oct. 17, 2021. She will be missed but not forgotten. Prayer concerns: Julie Miller, Marilyn Karns, Lowell Karns, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Terry Knee, Paxton Wright, 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 and health providers. If anyone would like to have their name added or removed from prayer concerns, please contact me.
Laketon Lions to raffle smoker-grill
The Laketon Lions Club is holding a raffle for a Smoker/Grill along with a $50.00 gift card for a package value of $550. Tickets are available from any Laketon Lions member. We will sell tickets periodically at Neighborhood
Fresh Market. The drawing will be held at our club Christmas Party on Dec. 9. NM ROTARY CLUB SELLS HOLIDAY WREATHS: The Rotary Club of North Manchester is taking orders for live holiday wreaths to be per-
sonally delivered the week before Thanksgiving. The club will take orders in front of Neighborhood Fresh from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Oct. 30. Volunteers will take orders at the North Manchester Farmers Market in October. For more information about
wreaths, email RotaryWreaths2021 @gmail.com or ask any North Manchester Rotarian. The Rotary Club of North Manchester has served North Manchester since 1939 through donations to community organizations and hands-on service.
Because of COVID19, it currently meets at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays on Zoom. AMERICAN LEGION AUXILARY SERVES BREAKFAST: The Laketon American Legion Auxiliary will be serving breakfast, 6 to 11 a.m. and lunch
from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., on Mondays throughout October at the Blue Bird Cafe, Main St., Laketon. Any questions? Call Thelma Butler, 260-438-0341. DRIVE THRU FOC FELLOWSHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Continued on Page 27
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Deadline nears for Statehouse internship
State Rep. Craig Snow (R-Warsaw) encourages local college students and recent graduates to apply online for internships at the Indiana Statehouse before the Oct. 31 deadline. According to Snow, the House of Re p re s e n t at ive s offers paid spring internships to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students and recent graduates of all majors. Interns will work at the Statehouse in Indianapolis for the duration of the 2022 legislative session lasting January through midMarch. Snow said interns work full time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Spring-semester internships are available in several departments working with Indiana House Republicans. Positions are available in the Legislative Operations Department where interns work directly with constituents and help track legislative committee activity. The Communications Department is looking for interns to help write press releases, and work with social media campaigns, graphic design and audio/video production. Snow said the Policy Department is also in need of interns to help research, track and analyze legislation. For more information and to apply before the Oct. 31 deadline, visit indianahouserepublicans.com/inter nship.
North Manchester news Fellowship of Churches is held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Zion Lutheran Church from 4:30-6 p.m. The church is located at 113 W. Main Street. Guests should drive up in front of the Zion Lutheran Church for pickup. FALL HOURS FOR FARMER’S MARKET: The North Manchester Farmers Market will be open on Saturday mornings from 9 am to noon thru the end of October. The market is 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). MANCHESTER MEALS-ONWHEELS provides meals prepared according to the dietary needs, as recommended by their physician. Each weekday between 11 a.m. and 12 noon a hot lunch and a cold evening meal are delivered by volunteer drivers to the client’s homes. Clients can choose how often to receive meals. To sign up for meals call the office at 260-982-6010 and talk with an office
volunteer or leave a voice mail message. 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. 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 N. Market St., next door to The Thrift Shop, serves the youngest among us.
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...continued from Page 26 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. Thursday’s Child is open on Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m.
FOC FOOD PANTRY is open from 2-5 p.m. on Thursdays. The Food Pantry is located at 500 N. Front Street, N. Manchester. NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nman-
chestertalks@gmail .com or you may call me at 260-9828800. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of The Papger is Wednesday at noon. Please submit timely news items.
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Roann Community Heritage Main Street held their Main Street Opportunity Drawing and the winners were announced: Original Painting by Artist Ellen Stouffer – Dale Abell; 60 pounds of Pork Loins – Tina Daniel (Donated by Mom & Pop’s Jazzy Junk); Handcrafted Single Swing –
ROANN AND NORTHERN MIAMI
Main Street group announces drawing winners Ann Me Ann Meyer yer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net
Steve Dyson (Donated by Steve Dyson); Handcrafted Porch
Swing – Lori Foust (Donated by Steve Dyson); Refinished Trunk – Kelly Heater (Donated by Log Cabin Antiques); Handcrafted Flag – Kendra Day; Gift Basket – JR Stroud (Donated by local businesses). WALK BY Faith Community Church invites the Town of Roann to join them for their annual Community
Harvest Party, October 31, from 58pm. JOE SCLAFANI of the New Beginnings Ministry will be a guest speaker on Oct. 31 at the Roann United Methodist Church. October birthdays will be celebrated. You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9am. OUR PRAYERS
go out to Don Stevens, Rob Mace, Jo Ellen Nelson, Lowell Burrus, Betty Boyer, Coy Eads, Rhonda Van Buskirk, Dan Hunter, Cheryol Crull, Ken Musselman, and our country. CONGRATS GOES out to Mr. & Mrs. Jack Vrooman who celebrated their 68thanniversary on Oct.17. What a great mile-
County runners end season at semi-state By ROY CHURCH
Five cross country runners from Wabash County competed Saturday in semi-state races at Huntington University and New Prairie High School. Unfortunately, none made it through to the IHSAA State Finals. The best finish of the day was by Manchester freshman Kadence Fox at the New Prairie event. She took 56th place in 20:49.3 and was the fifth freshman across the finish line. Fox qualified as an individual out of the Culver Academies regional. The winner from
the Culver event was Hannah Moore, a Northwestern sophomore. She was sixth Saturday in 19:18.6. No.8-ranked Chesterton won the girls team title over No. 17 Warsaw, the Culver champion. No. 10 Valparaiso was third, No. 24 LaPorte was fourth, West Lafayette was fifth and Harrison (West Lafayette) was sixth. On the boys side at New Prairie, Manchester junior Raven King was 88th in 17:46.6 and senior Cade Jones was 134th in 18:20.8 over the 5K course. Culver Academies senior Sam Tullis, the regional champion,
also was sixth at the semi-state in 16:25.9. No. 19 Valparaiso won the boys event. Chesterton was runner-up, No. 22 LaPorte was third, Morgan Township was fourth, No. 23 Warsaw, the Culver regional champ, was fifth and Crown Point was sixth. The top six teams from each semi-state advance to the IHSAA State Finals this coming Saturday. At the New Haven Semi-State, Wabash sophomore Kaden Vogel and freshman Jace Bullins finished 80th and 123rd, respectively. Vogel finished in 17:34.8. Bullins, in his first semi-state appearance, came
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and a score. Seth Gaerte caught seven passes for 10 yards and Caden Miller had two receptions for 26 yards. Braxton ream picked up 23 yards on eight attempts on the night. Pioneer 40, Wabash 14 Wabash ended it season on the road with a 40-14 loss at Pioneer Friday night. Pioneer jumped out to a 20-0 lead midway through the second quarter before the Apaches got on the board. Izaak Wright got Wabash in the scoring column with a
six-yard touchdown run in the final minute of the first half to cut the lead to 20-7. But Wabash’s hope of keeping the score close was dashed when Pioneer scored with 1.2 seconds left in the half to take a 26-7 halftime lead. Wright connected with sophomore Trevor Daughtry in the first minute of the second half with a 70-yard touchdown pass to cut the lead to 2614, but those would be the last time Wabash found the end zone. Wright passed for
in in 18:02.4. Izaiah Steury, a senior from Angola, defended his semi-state title, winning in 15:09.2. He is also the defending state champion. Bellmont’s Deion Guise, the Marion Regional champion, finished sixth in 15:55.6. No. 4 Hamilton Southeastern won the New Haven boys title, followed by No. 3 Fishers, No. 7 Northridge, No. 6 Goshen, Carroll (Fort Wayne) and No. 25 Penn. Bellmont, the Marion Regional champion, was 17th; Oak Hill, the regional runner-up, was 11th; Huntington North was 14th, Fort
Wayne Luers was 19th and Bluffton was 20th. On the girls side, Addison Wiley of Huntington North, the Marion Regional individual winner, finished third Saturday in 18:36.1 behind the winner, Nicki Southerland of Delta (17:58.1). No. 21 Fort Wayne Carroll won the semi-state crown, followed by No. 13 Homestead, No. 11 Hamilton Southeastern, No. 15 Penn, No. 18 East Noble and Northridge. Huntington North, the regional team champion, was 14th and runner-up Fort Wayne South Side was 12th at semi-state.
...continued from Page 23 153 yards with one touchdown on 8-15 attempts. Antonio Grant led the Apaches in receiving with four catches for 72 yards, while Daughtry had a 70yard reception for a score. Andrew Dillon, Colten Learned, and Jared Brooks each had one reception. Learned led Wabash on the ground with 26 yards on seven attempts, while Wright had 18 yards on 19 carries and a score, and Justin Booth had one 12-yard run. Keaton Fields led the Apache defense
with 13 tackles, while Wyatt Buzzard had 11,
and Grant added 10.
stone and great example to the rest of us. God bless you two! CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: October 28 – Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Powell; November 2 – Mr. & Mrs. Doug Bogert. CELEBRATING
BIRTHDAYS: October 27 – Maxine Hentgen; October 29 – Trevor West and Tom Bever; October 31 – Jennifer Hicks; November 2 – Kassidy Cartwright, Braxxon Birk, and Brian Reed.
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 19 day of October, 2021, Rod Maine 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 variance set back has been requested is 1125 Indian Hills Drive, Wabash, IN 46992. Legal description Lot #48 in Indian Hills subdivision as recorded on page 109 of plat book #5. The description of the action requested in the petition is a variance can’t meet set back requirements on eastside of property for a new shed. Can make 4’6”. 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 18th day of November, 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 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 8 day of October, 2021, Rymans Real Estate, LLC 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 variance has been requested is 200 Chestnut Street, Wabash, IN 46992. Legal description A part of Reserve 18, Township 26 North, Range 6 East in the City of Wabash, Indiana, being more particularly described as follows, to-wit: Beginning at a stone marked "3" near the south bank of the Wabash River, said stone being located south 91.74 feet; thence S 80 degrees 15 minutes E 656.04 from the Northwest corner of said Reserve 18; thence South 646.8 feet; thence N 77 degrees 30 minutes 477.84 feet; thence N 68 degrees E 12.2 feet to a point in the Northerly line of Chestnut Street; thence along said Northerly line N 41 degrees 14 minutes E 181.0 feet; thence along a curve to the right of 218.20 feet radius 58.2 feet; thence N 72 degrees 46 minutes W 43.3 feet; thence S 45 degrees 48 minutes W 128.45 feet; thence S 62 degrees 11 minutes W 50.74 feet; thence N 83 degrees 66 minutes W 85.30 feet; thence N 11 degrees 38 minutes W 173.45 feet thence N 66 degrees 26 minutes E 158.38 feet; thence N 66 degrees 05 minutes E 103.40 feet; thence N 66 degrees 29 minutes E 44.30 feet; thence N 1 degree 09 minutes E 75.00 feet to a point in the south bank of the Wabash River; thence along said bank in a Northwesterly direction to a point 92.4 feet North of the place beginning; thence South 92.4 feet to the place of beginning, containing 6.71 acres, more less. Subject to highways, right-of-ways, easements and restrictions of record. Parcel #85-14-58-200-001.000-009. Subject to assessed but unpaid taxes, not yet delinquent, and subject also to easements and restrictions of record. The description of the action requested in the petition is a variance to use the front for business parking and a special exception for a business with indoor recreation. 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 18th day of November, 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. James Straws CBI, CFI, CPE Building Commissioner
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HOLIDAY BAZAAR PopUp Sale! Friday, November 5. 5930 N. 200 W., North Manchester. 9am-7pm. 3 Crafty Sisters: Holiday home decor including porch welcome signs, snowmen of all kinds, snow globes, glass birdbaths extraordinaire, reloved furniture, rock art & much, much, more hand crafted gift items. Come and browse!
APPLES (LOCALLY GROWN) and Cider! Open Friday & Saturday, 1pm5pm through November 20th. David & Valerie Doud’s Countyline Orchard, 7877 W. 400 N., Wabash, IN 46992. 765833-6122. Cash or check only.
EXPERIENCED GRILL cook needed. Apply at Mini Cafe, 445 S. Wabash Street, Wabash.
SOMETHING FOR Everyone Sale: November 5 & 6, 8am till late evening. Somerset Community Building, 21 W. Old Slocum Trail, Somerset. Thousands of items, vintage to brand new! TWO-FAMILY GARAGE Sale: Rain or shine! Saturday, October 30, 8am-2pm. 589 N. 100 E., Wabash. Corner of US 24 and County Rd. 100 E.
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Due Due to to an an upcoming upcoming pastorial pastorial retirement, retirement, the the Liberty Liberty Mills Mills Community Community Church Church is is 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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SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR A PASTOR If you feel called to serve our congregation please call Matt Enyeart 260-901-0345
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