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A Hero Comes Home Four A-10s fly over the procession route in downtown Logansport on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Bill Ray By Jeff and Anginette Coleman
What does patriotism look like in America? Is it only during the 4th of July celebrations? Is that patriotism only there when we remember the 20th anniversary of 9/11? No, Sunday a true glimpse of what that true good old fashion American patriotism looks like was displayed. It was a reminder that patriotism truly never left our country as many would lead us to believe. For example, the news media stories and social media stories want you sucked into the idea that our country is so divided that we cannot stand united for anything. Yes, we have difference of opinions however today in a few small rural towns it was proved we as Americans still stand united. Sunday was one day after America remembered the 20th anniversary of all the lives lost during the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil. Sunday was also the day an Indiana Hero returned home for the last time. That hero was Cpl. Humberto Sanchez a mere 22 years old. He served our country unwavering until his last breath. So many people knew him or his family personally and yet thousands more only knew what he and his family sacrificed for each of us and this country we call United States of America to have freedom. Sunday people began lining the procession route hours before Cpl Sanchez even landed at Grissom ARB. Driving the route he would travel, you could see thousands of
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people along the country roads and in the small towns leading to his home of Logansport. On the drive you saw people of all ages and race but you do not notice them as much as you notice the flags and signs they have posted. Hand held flags. Big flags on poles fastened to pickup trucks. Farm tractors and fire trucks with huge flags fastened between them. Or the lone bucket truck with its flag flying high above the corn field it was tucked into. Flags blowing in the wind as the sun shined thru them. The signs on the route were of different sizes and makes also, but the words were the same, “Thank you for your service” “God Bless” “Our Hero”. Sunday as Cpl Sanchez was brought from Grissom ARB to his home of Logansport there was no division only great unity. This was shown as the A-10’s flew overhead before the procession in the missing man formation. Then came the six Indiana State Police motorcycles followed by several state and county officers and the Logansport Police department. Another fly over by the A-10’s as Cpl Humberto Sanchez, laid in a white hearse, passed by followed by his family members. As Cpl Sanchez passed by flags were raised, hats were removed, hands placed over hearts and in the silence many prayers were lifted for the family. The A-10’s did a circle fly pattern over the front of the procession until Cpl Sanchez had arrived to the funeral home at which point they did one last fly over, in single file, over the rest of the procession that was filled with 9500
American flags flew from farm equipment (top photo) along the procession route, while a group of Scouts held flags.
An estimated 9.500 motorcyclists from a variety of clubs and organizations rode in the procession. Photos by Anginette Coleman
motorcycles. These motorcycle riders came from different parts of the US just to help escort CPL Sanchez home. This is what patriotism looks like in the United States of America. We do set aside our opinions and races to stand together. Let us stand together to continue to remember those who have fought for our freedoms. May we always be grateful for what we have. May we never forget Cpl Humberto Sanchez and all the other brave soldiers and what they gave for this country.
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Rotary helps UF kick off 2021 fund campaign By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Sixteen teams of golfers helped the Wabash Rotary Club kick off the 2021 Wabash County United Fund campaign on Wednesday, Sept. 8, at the Honeywell Golf Course. The 30th annual Rotary Golf Outing featured representatives from the 19 United Fund agencies to explain what they do and what they offer to the community. This was the first formal Rotary – UF golf outing since 2019. It didn’t take place in 2020 because of the global pandemic. “We’re back,” UF Executive Director Steve Johnson said. “We had a modified version, we just basically sold some sponsorships last year, so that brought in a little bit of money, but it wasn’t anything like the golf outing does. “This year we’re back to the regular schedule.” Representatives from the 2021 UF campaign will “be meeting with orga-
nizaitons, meeting with companies, some in person some by Zoom,” Johnson said. “Like everybody else, we’re going to have to watch the pandemic developments and react accordingly to try to keep everyone as safe as possible.” The 2021 goal remains $250,000. Agencies receiving support this year are: Hands of HopeFamily Service Society. The Learn More Center. Wabash Area Ministerial Association Community Assistance Program. Living Well in Wabash County – Wabash County Transit and Community Cupboard Food Pantry. Roann Community Building Blessings in a Backpack – Wabash and North Manchester. Advantage Housing Pathfinder Services The Access Youth Center. ARC of Wabash Continued on Page 3
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Wabash City Schools board requires masks through Sept. 21 By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com
Students and staff in the Wabash City Schools District will be required to wear masks until at least Tuesday, Sept. 21. The Wabash Board, following 90 minutes of discussion on Sept. 7, approved the move. It will be re-evaluated when the board meets on Sept. 20. With the mask requirement in place, no students will have to be quarantined (or sent home) if they are contract traced at school, as per Indiana Executive Order 21-24, according to a letter from Superintendent Amy Sivley on the
Blossom named WHS principal Josh Blossom was named the new principal at Wabash High School. He will replace Kyle Wieland, who was recently named superintendent of the Manchester Community Schools. The Wabash City Schools board district’s Facebook page. During the time period, the school board is asking for parental input on the topic. A survey link was emailed to families through Skyward. Officials ask one parent or guardian per family to complete the survey, which clos-
named Blossom to the position at its Sept. 7 meeting. Also at the meeting, the board accepted Wieland’s resignation as WHS principal, and Blossom’s resignation as director of the Wabash County Community Learning Center. es at 5 p.m. Sept. 15, to allow time for data to be compiled prior to the Sept. 20 board meeting. Under the measure approved by the board, those students currently quarantined will: Be allowed to return to school on Monday, Sept. 13, with a mask if they
were contact traced by Friday, Sept. 10, and if they are symptom free. Students currently out due to contact tracing will be allowed to return on Sept. 13 with a mask, as long as they are symptom free. Any student who is currently out due to contact tracing at school that were able to take and pass a RAPID test was able to return to class with a mask. All students currently out due to a positive test must complete their entire quarantine and must be symptom free to return. Any student out due to close contact with a family member will need to contact the school nurse for guidance.
WHS Homecoming candidates: King and queen homecoming candidates at Wabash High School are (front row, from left) Kalista Ballschmidt, Brook Westendorf, Kasey Long, Macy Niccum, Sydney Baker, Anne Cole; Wyatt Buzzard (back row, from left) Andrew Dinkins, Mason Dillon, Chayden Beeks, Jared Brooks and Alex Weaver. The king and queen will be crowned Friday night, Sept. 17, during halftime of the Apaches football game against Southwood. Photo by Joseph Slacian
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Dam to Dam returns with 732 riders By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com
Hundreds of bicyclists took to Wabash County roadways on Sunday for the 12th annual Dam to Dam bicycle ride. Riders could choose between 30 and 150 miles to ride. High winds caused some to alter their plans once on the roadway. In all, 732 bicyclists – including seven from the extreme Dam(n) Man Triathlon – pedaled their way around Wabash County, as well as parts of Huntington and Miami counties. Riders from 13 states participated in this year’s event. In addition to Indiana, riders representing Wisconsin, Texas, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina, Missouri, Michigan, Kentucky, Illinois, Colorado and Florida participated in the event. Riders left the Wabash County
YMCA facility, some as early as 7:30 a.m. A vast majority left about
Riders pull out onto Carroll Street on Sunday morning from the start-finish line of the Dam to Dam ride. Photo by Joseph Slacian
8 a.m. after a welcome from Mayor Scott Long. “We want to
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Church to celebrate anniversary: Zion Lutheran Church, 173 Hale Drive, Wabash, is celebrating its 75th anniversary this Sunday, Sept. 19. Sunday school is at 9:00 a.m.; a special worship service starts at 10:30 with guest speaker, the Rev. Dr. Daniel Brege, President of the Indiana District Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. A celebratory luncheon will follow at noon. Join us for fellowship, entertainment, and remembrances. Please call the church office 260-563-1886 for reservations for the meal. Photo provided
Dam to Dam Ride sor for the 2021 Wabash County Dam to Dam ride,” Long said over a bullhorn at the start-finish line. “We’re really excited for you to experience the new Wabash River Trail heading east toward Lagro. “I’ve driven on that trail and it’s a beautiful setting.” But, the mayor also gave the riders a warning about the trail. “About the six mile mark, there’s a hill that I affectionately call ‘the widow maker,” he said. “There’s a very steep hill you come up, and there’s a sharp lefthand hairpin turn and, atop the hill, a sharp, right-hand hairpin turn. So just be prepared. There’s not any other major hills along that stretch.” The city is proud to host the ride in partnership with Visit Wabash County, he said. “It’s organizations like that that help me get stuff done in our community.” Christine Flohr, Visit Wabash County executive director, believed 2021 was going to
be a record-breaking year. “That’s mostly because people are wanting to get out and do things, and because the event takes place outside, it gives them the opportunity to stretch their legs and get back to cycling again,” she said. In order to avoid the railroad tracks on Hill Street extended between Wabash and Lagro, riders were sent down the Wabash River Trail, she said. “We’ve added 150 miles,” she added, noting that it was done for two rea-
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sons. “Last year, Inguard celebrated its 150th anniversary, and so we created a 150 mile route to honor their birthday last year. But because of Covid, the event turned freestyle, or virtual. This year, to incorporate it into the Dam(n) Man extreme triathlon, we added the ultra distance, which is a further distance than an ironman distance type of triathlon. So, you could go 100, which is the century, or you could do the extreme distance, which is 150.” About 50 people
signed up for the 150 mile ride. The extreme triathlon included swimming a 5K in the YMCA pool, the 150 mile bike ride and a then a 30mile run.
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Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Hostetler, Bunker Hill, will celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary with an open house from 2-5 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Amboy Friends Fellowship Hall, Amboy. Hostetler and the former Nancy Stuber were married on Aug. 20, 1960, at the Emmanuel Fellowship Church Bunker Hill, by the Rev. Vern Stuber, the bride’s father. The couple has two children, Pamela Hostetler, Bunker Hill, and Polly (Mark) Dexter, Peru. They also have two grandchildren, Brennan and Collin Dexter, and a great-grandchild, Archer Wayne Dexter.
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Mr. & Mrs. Dale Mr. & Mrs. Jim Dale, North Manchester, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 12, 2021. Dale and the former Kathy Sausaman were married at the Richvalley United Methodist Church on Sept. 12, 1971, by the Rev. Larry Ray and the Rev. Carl Thompson. Both graduated from Northfield High School in 1970. Dale has been a lifelong farmer. Mrs. Dale has been a housewife. The couple has four children: Shane (Gina) Dale, Huntington; Brad (Marlea) Dale, North Manchester; Jeff (Angie) Dale, Urbana, and Marcy (Jeremy) Lane, Fort Wayne. They also have 12 grandchildren. A small gathering of family and friends was given to them by their children and was at their daughter’s house. The couple plans a trip to Branson, Mo., later this fall.
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Lera Luree McDaniel, 95, of Wabash, died at 10 p.m., Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born on May 25, 1926, in Wabash County, to Orla O. and Clara Belle (Brane) Smith. Lera was a graduate of Lincolnville High School and Fort Wayne Business College. She married Don McDaniel in Peru, on July 5, 1949; he died August 24, 1986. Lera worked for Richard Byrd at the Wabash Abstract Company. She also worked at H& R Block 10 years, as a custodian at the Wabash City Schools and Metropolitan School District of Wabash County, Honeywell Inc., Ford Meter Box, General Tire, and the US Census Bureau. Lera was a member of the United Methodist Church, attending the Wabash First, Lincolnville, and Asbury churches. She enjoyed crocheting and crocheted the Lord’s Prayer for several churches. She also enjoyed gardening, traveling, quilting, and especially spending time with the kids. Lera was known for sending cards to people on special occasions. She is survived by two children, Asher (Diane) McDaniel of Fairfield Bay, Ark., and Leralee Riddle of Huntington; five grandchildren, Trinka (Brian) Ballor of Smithville, Mo., Lauren (Gabe) Wittig of Pleasant Hill, Mo., Ashlee (Rick) Watson of Centerpoint, Pa., Randy Riddle of Clearfield, Fla., and Valerie Riddle of Huntington; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. She was also preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, two sisters, and her great-grandson, Jake Holland. Funeral services were Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Alan Siepker officiating. Burial will be in Roann Community Cemetery. Friends may call 12:30 - 2:00 pm Wednesday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are Center Grove Cemetery or McDaniel Seminary Scholarship Fund at the United Methodist Foundation. The memorial guest book for Lera may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Nelda Egolf, 79 Worked at Custom Magnetics Feb. 15, 1942 – Sept. 6, 2021
Nelda E. Egolf, 79, North Manchester, died Sept. 6, 2021. She was born Feb. 15, 1942. A private graveside will be at a later date. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, handled arrangements.
Sharon Irene Ballee, 85, of Wabash, died at 5:35 p.m., Monday, Sept. 6, 2021, at Compassus Hospice in Indianapolis. She was born on March 15, 1936, in Wabash, to Ray and Lucille (Cole) Flook. Sharon married Ernest C. “Ernie” Ballee in Denver, on December 6, 1952. He died December 31, 1996. She retired from General Tire/BTR in Wabash, on Sept. 11, 1996 after 40 years. Sharon was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the V.F.W. Auxiliary, and the American Legion Auxiliary, all of Wabash. She enjoyed going to ball games, getting her nails done, and was an avid Indiana Pacers fan. She is survived by three children, James A. (Priscilla) Ballee of Noblesville, Kenneth E. (Rhonda) Ballee of Peru, and Vincent E. (Doris) Wolf of Bunker Hill; nine grandchildren, Christy (Jeremy) Herring and Jenny (Brant) Upchurch, both of Carmel, Leyna (Jason) Washburn of Peru, Chad (Sara) Ballee of Saint Clair Shores, Mich., Emily (Austin White) Ballee of Peru, Theresa (Garrett) Tabar of Bakersfield, Calif., and Tarah (Brian) Crowl of Pismo Beach, Calif., Andy (Jamie) Dausch and Robby Dausch, both of Bunker Hill; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents, one brother, three sisters. Funeral services were Friday, Sept.10, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Rick Baber officiating. Burial will be in Gilead Cemetery. Visitation was Thursday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is the charity of the donor’s choice. The memorial guest book for Sharon may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Kathleen Marie Covington, 83, of Lincoln, Calif., died 10:33 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on May 31, 1938, in Roann, Indiana, to Albert and Edith (Swihart) Keppel. Kathleen retired from Macy’s Department Store. She attended Fields of Grace in Roann, and New Life Christian Church and World Outreach in Warsaw. Kathleen enjoyed being outdoors, camping, traveling, beaches, walking the dogs, and staying at Yellow Creek Lake. She was also formerly a 4-H member. She is survived by three children, Sharon Kay Kuffel of Wabash, Philip D. (Brenda) Kuffel of Lincoln, Calif., and Deanne M. Ghoreishi of Gilroy, Calif., four grandchildren, Christina M. Penny of Las Vegas, Nev., Daniel C. Kuffel of Lincoln, Calif., Daryoush L. Ghoreishi of San Jose, Calif., and Karisa L. Kuffel of Lincoln, Calif.; two great-grandchildren, Angelina Marie Penny of Stockton, Calif. and Jonathan Ramos of Ceres, Calif.; two sisters-in-law, Patricia Keppel of Florida and Caroline (Lennie) Rose of Wabash and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She is also preceded in death by two brothers, Clarence Keppel and Paul Albert Keppel, and sister-in-law, Mary Keppel. A memorial service will be 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Steve Reshkus officiating. Inurnment will be in Roann Community Cemetery, Roann. Preferred memorial is Lutheran Rehab in Fort Wayne. The memorial guest book for Kathleen may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Linda Craft, 71 Enjoyed shopping July 13, 1950 – Sept. 6, 2021 Linda Lee Craft, 71, a resident of Converse for most of her life, passed away at 7:31 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 6, 2021, at Methodist Hospital in Merrillville. She was born on July 13, 1950, in Marion, to the late Joseph L. and Betty Jean (Haskel) Kerlin. Linda was homemaker. In her later years, she enjoyed shopping and her church in Converse. Most of all, she loved her granddaughter and spending time with her. Linda is survived by her two sons, Ernie (Mikki Bishop) Kerlin, of Wabash, and Allen Craft, of
Texas; one daughter, Frances Mathis, of Marion; one granddaughter, Casie Craft; one brother, Mike (Diane) Kerlin, of Landis; and one sister, Nancy Floyd, of Avon. She was preceded in death by two brothers. Calling hours for friends and family will be from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash. Preferred memorials are to the Wabash Moose Lodge 1195, 169 E. Market St., Wabash, IN 46992. McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, has been trusted with Linda Craft’s final arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.
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Duane H. Davis, 76 Former postmaster Feb. 21, 1945 – Sept. 3, 2021
Duane H. Davis, 76, a lifetime resident of LaFontaine, passed away due to complications of Covid, at 2:54 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born in Marion, on Feb. 21, 1945, to the late Homer E. and Reva A. Davis. Duane was a 1963 graduate of Southwood High School and went on to graduate from Purdue University in 1968. He served in the United States Army. He was a Postmaster for the United States Post Office in Kokomo. Duane was member of the LaFontaine United Methodist Church. He was a member of the Van Buren American Legion and held memberships to many tractor clubs. Duane was a member of the LaFontaine Lions Club and loved making kettle corn at the Mississinewa 1812 booth and working at the tenderloin dinners. Duane would hand out many tickets, to those he loved, for the dinners. Duane was friend to all. He was always hungry and loved to eat. He never refused food saying, “I’m not proud.” In the Army, Duane learned how to make an amazing peanut butter pie and it was requested by friends and family for every gathering. Duane loved boating, camping, tractors, tractor pulling and spending time at his condo in Florida. Duane is survived by many special family and friends, including Brent Harrison, Lisa Guinnup-Nicholson and girlfriend, Sue Vogleman. Graveside services, with military honors were Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021, at Estates of Serenity in Marion, with Pastor Susan Shambaugh officiating. Family asks that those who are attending the graveside service practice COVID precautions. The family will announce a gathering to celebrate Duane’s life, at a later date, once the COVID pandemic subsides. Preferred memorials are to the LaFontaine United Methodist Church, 2 W. Kendall St., LaFontaine, IN 46940 or the LaFontaine Lions Club, 105 W. Branson St., LaFontaine, IN 46940. McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main St., LaFontaine, has been trusted with Duane Davis’ arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.
Linda Dyson, 81 Worked at Lances Market Nov. 29, 1939 – Sept. 6, 2021 Linda L. Dyson, 81, of rural Peru, died Sept. 6, 2021. She was born on Nov. 29, 1939. Visitation and services were Saturday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.
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Claude Brane, 82 U.S. Army veteran Feb. 11, 1939 – Sept. 8, 2021 Claude Allan Brane, 82, a lifetime resident of LaFontaine, passed away at 6:29 a.m., on Sept. 8, 2021, at his residence. He was born in LaFontaine, on Feb. 11, 1939, to the late Russell and Suzanna (Thompson) Brane. Claude was a 1957 graduate of LaFontaine High School. He married Mary E. Stuber on July 2, 1961. He worked at Diehl Machines in Wabash, for 11 years, as a draftsman until he joined the United States Army Security Agency in 1961. Claude served three years and was stationed in Sierra Vista, Ariz. After the army, he went back to work at Diehl. He then worked at Ford Meter Box, for 33 years, as a Senior Product Design Engineer, before retiring. Claude served as the President of the MSD of Wabash County School Board. He was member of the LaFontaine Masonic Lodge No. 295 until they closed, then he
transferred to the Wabash Hanna Masonic Lodge No. 61. He was a member of the Wabash County Shrine Club, Fort Wayne Shrine Club, Scottish Right, the American Legion and Eastern Star. Claude also attended LaFontaine United Methodist Church. Claude is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary E. Brane; sons, Michael (Lori) Brane and Samuel (Patricia) Brane, both of LaFontaine; grandchildren, Meghan (Bryce) Doyle, Zachary Brane, Rachel Brane, Daniel (Jordan) Brane; one brother, John R. Brane, of Van Buren; one nephew and several nieces. Claude was preceded in death by brothers, Paul H. Brane and Donald E. Brane. Funeral services were Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, with Pastor Susan Shambaugh officiating. Burial will follow at LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery. Visitation was Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, at the funeral home with Masonic Services. McDonald Funeral Homes, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, has been trusted with Claude’s arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.
Dennis Butler World War II veteran March 2, 1925 – Aug. 17, 2021 Dennis was born to Dwight and Mae Butler on March 2, 1925. Old age and cancer finally caught up with one of the truly fabulous members of the “greatest generation.” He was welcomed onto heaven’s 18th green on Aug. 17. Literally always by his side, dad will be so dearly missed by his loving wife, Rosie. Den and Rosie were dedicated as babies together in Detroit’s 1st Church of the Brethren. They celebrated 75 years of marriage this past Sept. 8. Dennis graduated from Detroit’s Southeastern H.S. and attended Manchester College, and later Wayne State University. He answered our country’s call and served in Europe in the latter stage of World War II. He was an eyewitness to the devastation and became a strong advocate for world peace after returning. Like so many returning G.I.’s he quickly “tied the knot” and started raising a family. Dennis worked for a while in the furniture business with his father-in-law. Eventually, he found his niche as a life insurance salesman. Always a leader, at different times, he was a P.T.A. president, church board chairman, and Lion’s Club
president in Redford Township, Michigan. Always supporting his wife, he would be seen in his Santa outfit every Christmas spreading joy to Rosie’s kindergarten class. Dad’s tenor voice was a beautiful gift that he gladly shared at church and with his men’s Orpheus Club of Detroit. In the late 1980s, Denny and Rosie became snowbirds at Riverwoods Plantation Resort in Estero, Fla. Many happy winters were spent there swimming, golfing, and socializing with so many wonderful friends. It was here that dad honed his skill as a remarkable wood-carver, whittling countless gifts for his grandchildren. In 2005, Den and Rosie made their final move to Timbercrest in North Manchester. Again they blended in so easily with the community and church. Dad loved his golf and his downhill skiing. He was very accomplished at both, enjoying those activities well into his 80s. Most of all, he loved his family and his Creator. He will be dearly missed. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents and his two older brothers. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary; his sons David (Joyce) Butler, Cumming, Ga.; Daniel (Debra) Butler, Sandpoint, Idaho; his sister, Betty Bergstrand, Chapel Hill, NC; five grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Dennis’s life will be held at a later date. McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.
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Elizabeth Gordon, 1 Enjoyed Honey Nut Cheerios July 30, 2020 – Sept. 6, 2021
Elizabeth Claire Gordon, 1, North Manchester, passed away September 6, 2021, at her home. She was born on July 30, 2020, in Mobile, Ala. to her loving parents, Carli Hansford and Bryant Paul Gordon II. Although only on this earth for a short time, Elizabeth was a light for those around her and a light for the world. Her happiness, sweet and loving nature, and smile deeply impacted all who knew her. She was loved tremendously, and no one ever had to question how she felt about something. Her facial expressions always told the story. Elizabeth loved eating Honey Nut Cheerios, and her favorite thing to do was watch Cocomelon. The sweet and loving memory of Elizabeth Claire Gordon will be forever cherished by her mother, Carli Hansford, North Manchester; father, Bryant Paul Gordon II, Mobile, Ala.; brother, Bryant Paul Gordon III; sister, Gracelynn Paige Gordon; maternal grandparents, Douglas Hansford, North Manchester, and Christine Marie Hansford, Corona Hills, Calif.; paternal grandparents, Bryant Paul (Pamela) Gordon I, Semmes, Ala., and Ann (Mark) Sheppard, Wilmer, Ala.; and uncles and aunts, Brandon Hansford, Matthew Hansford, Justin (Tanya) Hansford, Krista Gordon, and Jennifer (Ruben) Pillado. A celebration and remembrance service took place Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate. A love offering may be made to McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, Indiana, to assist with final expenses. The family of Elizabeth Claire Gordon has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.
Sharon Gilbert, 79 Owned restaurant June 20, 1942 – Sept. 8, 2021 Sharon K. Gilbert, 79, North Manchester, died Sept. 8, 2021. She was born June 20, 1942. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, handled arrangements.
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D. Maxine Tyner Singleton, 90
Phillip Wickham, 89
Retired from Wabash Magnetics
U.S. Navy veteran
May 12, 1931 – Sept. 8, 2021 D. Maxine Tyner Singleton, 90, of Wabash, died 8:34 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at Waterford Place Health Campus in Kokomo. She was born on May 12, 1931, in Muncie, to Fred and Hazel Mae (Hayden) Alexander. Maxine was a 1950 graduate of Somerset High School. She worked at Wabash Magnetics for 29 years retiring in 1973. She first married Herman B. Tyner in Wabash on Nov. 1, 1952; he died May 26, 1999. She then married Raymond Singleton in North Manchester, on Sept. 1, 2000; he died May 8, 2018. Maxine was a member of Oasis Baptist Church in Wabash. She enjoyed doing crafts and audio visual music. She is survived by four children, Phyllis Singleton, Mary Jane (Andy) Tyler, Jamie (Theresa) Singleton, and Jerry (Nancy) Singleton, all of Wabash; daughter-in-law, Sandy Singleton of North
Manchester; sister-in-law, Christobel Alexander of Kokomo; six grandchildren, Eric (Denise) Lynch, Andy (Shawna) Lynch, Ashley (Brad) Schlarb, and Katie Singleton, all of Wabash; Shaun Singleton of North Manchester, Lori Fluffer of Noblesville; great-granddaughter, Madison Schlarb of Wabash; nieces and nephews, Brad (Karen) Alexander of Kokomo, and Pamela (Larry) Richards, both of Kokomo, Melody (Brian) Whidden of Elkhart, Kitty (Richard) Moyer of Roann, Connie (George) Loughman of North Manchester, and Deb Tyner of Wabash. She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Steve Singleton, and her brother, Clarence Alexander. Visitation and funeral services were Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Brian Whidden officiating. Burial was in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Preferred memorial is American Diabetes Association. The memorial guest book for Maxine may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.
Police & fire reports North Manchester Police Citations Cassidy D. Ireland, 45, Servia, cited at 5:12 p.m. Sept. 1, for no proof of financial responsibility. Arrests Brittany D. Fitzpatrick, 26, North Manchester, was preliminarily charged with operating while intoxicated, possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia at 12:11 a.m. Sept. 3. Cases A theft case was taken at 4:46 p.m. Sept. 2, in the 800 block of North Walnut Street. Fire To the 300 block of West Second Street at 8 p.m. Sept. 2 for a medical assist. Land Transfers Jeffrey A. Figert, quit claim deed to Jeffrey A. Figert
and Kristin Figert. Dream Modern Homes LLC, warranty deed to Troy Sheppard. Shawn E. Bishop, warranty deed to Troy Sheppard. Alison M. Becker and Henry A. Becker, personal deed to Christopher A. Wells and Kerin L. Wells. Elizabeth Nichole Gatchel and Sean Allen Mathias, warranty deed to Joseph D. Goshert. Charlene B. Griffin, warranty deed to Angela R.
Myers. Jeremy L. Landis and Lynn L. Landis, quit claim deed to Jeremy L. Landis and Rachel A. Landis. Ernest Melvin Knight, quit claim deed to Nicholas K. Lynn and Tisha L. Knight Lynn. Kylie N. Hayslett and Klyie N. Fleshood, warranty deed to Hidden Diamond Homes, LLC. Kyle Zolman and Tracie Zolman, warranty deed to Gebhard Properties.
Nov. 27, 1931 – Sept. 3, 2021 Phillip Lee Wickham, 89, of Haubstadt, passed away amidst the love and prayers of his family at 9:30 pm on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021. He was born in Marion, on Nov. 27, 1931, to Wilbur Leroy and Virginia (Nelson) Wickham, who both have preceded him in death. Phillip married Phyllis Meredith on Nov. 27, 1955. Phil graduated from Marion High School 1950. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War on the DDE-510 Eaton Destroyer from January 1953- February 1955 as an SK2. He served in two Mediterranean tours in 1953 & 1954. Phil served the community in the postal service until he retired in 1989 as the postmaster of the Princeton Indiana Post Office. He was a dedicated member and Past President of the Princeton Lions Club. Phil is survived by his wife of almost 66 years, Phyllis; sons, Michael P. (Beverly) Wickham, Robert (Beth) Wickham and Jeffrey D. (Julie) Wickham; brother, Steve (Donna) Wickham; grandchildren, Aubrie, Chelsie, Ryan and Sam Wickham, Sarah (Dakota Thompson) and Alyssa (Tyler) Hatton; great-grandsons, Kota Patrick Thompson and Wickham James Hatton; along with several nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Jane Rosco in 2007. Visitation and services were Friday, Sept. 10, 2021 at Needham-StoreyWampner Funeral Service, Storey Chapel, 400 E. Main St., Gas City. Pastor Ryan Budde officiated. Burial was at Grant Memorial Park Cemetery in Marion. Memorial contributions may be directed to: Linda E. White Hospice House, Deaconess Foundation 600 Mary Street, Evansville, IN 47710-9985. Memories may be shared at www.nswcares.com.
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Melvin Harrell, 71
Nancy Knapp, 87
Owned Mel’s Diner
Retired from General Tire
Dec. 4, 1949 – Sept. 10, 2021
Aug. 13, 1934 – Sept. 8, 2021
Melvin Eugene Harrell, 71, of Roann, died 3:08 p.m., Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, at Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash. He was born on Dec. 4, 1949, to Lester B. and Donna Jean (Saline) Harrell. Melvin was a 1968 graduate of Northfield High School. He married Peggy Ann Haupert in Roann on May 8, 1993; she died April 16, 2003. He owned and operated Mel’s Diner in North Manchester for several years. Melvin was President of the Eagles Lodge in Wabash. He was a member of Roann First Brethren Church, Moose Lodge in North Manchester, Elks Lodge in Wabash, and Sons of the Legion in Lagro. Melvin enjoyed cooking, traveling, going to casinos, serving others, and was a conversationalist. He is survived by two siblings, Helen Holmes and Jerry Harrell, both of Wabash; four nephews, Rodney (Cheryl)
Holmes of Wabash, Anthony (Katrina) Holmes of Nappannee, Ind., Jeremy (April) Harrell of Madison, Tenn., and Jason Harrell of Wabash; and several great nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Della Harrell. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service - Roann, 335 S. Chippewa Road, Roann, with Pastor Rob Mace officiating. Burial will be in Roann Community Cemetery, Roann. Friends may call 4-8 p.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Roann Covered Bridge Festival. The memorial guest book for Melvin may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Robert C. Lemont Sr., 91 Avid running enthusiast Sept. 3, 1920 – Sept. 7, 2021
Robert Charles Lemont Sr., 91, of Brazil, crossed the finish line on Sept. 7, 2021 with his family by his side. Bob laced up his shoes and started his run through life on Sept. 3, 1930, in Terre Haute. He was born the son of Joseph and Amelia (LaLoux) Lemont. He graduated from Gerstmeyer Tech in 1949 where he lettered in track and basketball. He briefly attended Indiana State University before he was drafted into the United States Army in January 1952. He served during the Korean Conflict with several Terre Hauteans, while their wives remained stateside and formed a lifelong friendship group; their extended families gathering together as recently as August, 2021. Bob had two trades; his primary job was as a welder at Stran Steel until the plant closed in 1982. While at Stran he spent his 'free' time building homes with his father-in-law Joseph Shake, developing the village of Mansfield. Bob's in-laws, Joe and Esther Shake, operated the General Store in Mansfield. Several of the homes built by them are still in place. Bob developed a passion for running when he was 40 years old. According to Jimmy Grey, lifelong friend, “...he was running when running wasn't the cool thing. He ran in Converse All Stars because there were not “running” shoes”. He participated in races all over the Midwest, and completed the Boston Marathon in 1982. He was the oldest original member of the Wabash Valley Road Runners Club, and helped organize several local races; his favorite being the Covered Bridge Run in Mansfield. In his later years, he traded his running shoes in for bicycling. He rode his final RAIN (Ride Across Indiana) event at the age of 75 years old. He was an active member of Silver Sneakers both in Brazil and Wabash. Locally, he was known endearingly as: “The
Man, The Myth, The Legend”. He could be seen running anywhere between Mansfield and Terre Haute and might sneak up on a fellow runner without them knowing his presence until the exact moment he wanted them to. Bob married Mary Jo (Shake) Lemont on January 6, 1951. Together they raised sixchildren in Mansfield. The love of his life preceded him in death after 55 years of marriage. He was also preceded in death by his son R. Curtis Lemont, his parents Joseph and Amelia Lemont, his brother Paul Lemont, his sisterin-law Margaret Lemont, his brother-in-law Virgil Stedman, his brother-in-law and early running buddy George Ralston and his brother-in-law Joseph Shake Jr. Bob is survived by his companion of 15 years, Florence Draper of Wabash, Indiana and his children: Robinne Dodd and husband Eddie, Renee Stewart and husband Gary, Robert Charles Lemont Jr., Ryan Lemont, and Chelly Lemont; grandchildren: Belinda Jo Hawkins and husband Kelly, Bruce Hines II and wife Teresa, J.C. Roe, Ashley Dickison, Robert C. “Trey” Lemont III, John Sands, Jacob Sands, and Krislin Lemont; great-grandchildren: Kelly Hawkins Jr., Kloe Hawkins, Haven Morgan, Sydney Hines, Bruce Hines III, Reagann Dickison, Kennedie Dickison, Annie Dickison, Tinsley Lemont, and Ella Mae Lemont; great-great-grandchildren: Brynleigh and Sophie; a sister Amelia Stedman; sistersin-law Ilene Ralston and Jo Ann Shake; as well as a host of extended family members and friends that were always welcome in the Lemont household. He was a role model to his children teaching them hard work and a gentle touch. Cremation is scheduled and a Celebration of Bob’s life will take place at the Mansfield Mill / Red Barn Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. His long run influenced many and the family would like to invite friends and relatives to join in our remembrance of his life. Memorial contributions may be made to the YMCA Strong Kids Program, 225 Kruzan Street, Brazil, Indiana 47834. French Funeral Home, in Brazil, was entrusted with his care. Visit www.frenchfuneralhome.com to light a candle in his memory.
Nancy Rose Knapp, 87, died at Bickford Assisted Living in Lafayette on Sept. 8, 2021. Nancy was born on Aug. 13, 1934, to Howard S. and E. Keturah (Hoover) Knapp near North Manchester. She was raised on the family farm with her late sister, Joanne (George) Welch. Surviving are nephews and nieces, Alan (Joyce) Welch, Lafayette; Brian (Beth) Welch, Avon, Cathy (Tim) Conrad, Cullman, Ala.; and Deanna (Allan) Hughes, Fishers, as well as several great- and great-great nieces and nephews. Nancy lived in North Manchester for most of her life. A 1952 graduate of Chester High School, she worked at Heckman Bindery, retired from General Tire, and later worked for the Department of Motor Vehicles. Nancy could always be found sewing for herself and others, working in the garden whenever she could, and
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befriending all kinds of animals, especially her dogs. Nancy was a life-long member of the First Brethren Church in North Manchester and assisted many aging friends and relatives with produce, needs, and transportation. In 2015, she moved to Lafayette to be near her nephew. Funeral service will take place at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. with visitation starting at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery with Pastor Ron Burns officiating. Memorials in Nancy’s memory may be directed to Alzheimer’s Association, 50 East 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240 (https://act.alz.org/site/Dona tion2?df_id=32112&32112.donation=form1) or the First Brethren Church Memorial Fund, 407 North Sycamore Street, North Manchester, Indiana 46962 (https://pushpay.com/g/firstbrethrenmanchester). The family has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.
Jane E. Kinzie, 87 Enjoyed traveling Nov. 3, 1933 – Sept. 9, 2021 Jane E. Kinzie, 87, North Manchester, passed away Sept. 9, 2021 at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. The daughter of Noah E. and Neta P. (Anderson) Boocher, Jane was born Nov. 3, 1933, in Wabash. In 1951 Jane graduated from Chester High School. Five years later she married John H. Kinzie on Jan. 8, 1956. The two were wed for 54 years before John passed away on Sept. 28, 2010. During their time together they had three children, Roger, Robert, and Ronda Kinzie. For many years Jane was employed at Bell’s Accounting in North Manchester. She enjoyed reading, puzzles, working outside, and traveling. Faith, however, was paramount in Jane’s life and helped her through the loss of her two sons and husband. She was a member of the North Manchester Old German Baptist Church, where she was baptized in 1975. The loving memory of Jane E. Kinzie will be forever cherished by her daughter, Ronda S. (Robert) Aldrich, Lafayette,
Indiana; sister, Anna Lee Boocher, North Manchester, Indiana; grandchildren, Ashley Kinzie, Alyson (Christopher) Cadwallader, Adriane Kinzie, Noah Pendleton, and Ethan Pendleton; and great-grandchildren, Teddy Boyd and Tilian Cadwallader. Jane was preceded in death by her parents, Noah and Neta Boocher; husband, John Kinzie; sons, Roger L. and Robert A. Kinzie; brother, Max Boocher; and sister-in-law, Doris Boocher. Visitation and services were Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021 from 911 a.m. at the North Manchester Old German Baptist Brethren Church, 12546 North State Road 13, North Manchester. Burial was at the North Manchester Old German Baptist Cemetery with the Home Brethren officiating. For those who wish to honor the memory of Jane Kinzie, memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice. The family of Jane Kinzie has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.
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Barbara Davis, 82
Rod K. Eller, 54
Enjoyed cooking
Enjoyed Hunting
Nov. 24, 1938 – Sept. 10, 2021
July 28, 1967 – Sept. 5, 2021
Barbara Jean Davis, 82, of Fort Wayne, died 1:40 p.m., Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, at Coventry Meadows in Fort Wayne. She was born on Nov. 24, 1938, in Muncie, to Lola (Parkhurst) Syphers. Barbara was a graduate of Muncie Central High School, and was a homemaker. Barbara married James Paul Davis, Jr. in Muncie on Nov. 22, 1958; he died May 5, 2008. She grew up in Muncie, then lived in Wabash for several years before moving to Fort Wayne in 1995. Barbara was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Fort Wayne. She enjoyed cooking, reading, and being at home with her family. She is survived by five children, Dianna (Kurt) Mullett and Jody Long, both of Wabash, Rick Davis of Lafayette, Kevin (Susann) Davis of Kokomo, and Brent Davis of Fort Wayne, four grandchildren, Madeline Davis of Lafayette, Stephanie Long of Rossville, Ga., Sophia Davis of Fort Wayne, and Travis (Zach) Stevenson of Franklin. She was also preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be private. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Preferred memorial is Alzheimer’s Association. The memorial guest book for Barbara may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Rod K. Eller, at age 54, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sept. 5, 2021 after a brief illness. He was born in Ohio to Harold K. and R. Kay (Graybill) Eller. His paternal grandparents were Adrian L. and Orpha (Wolf) Eller-Miller and Maternal grandparents were R. Kenneth Sr. and Addie (Huffman) Graybill. He married Tina Kennedy in March of 2006 and has been a resident of Shipshewana, LaGrange, and Howe for over 50 years. He attended Shipshewana Scott Elementary, Westview Jr. & Sr. High School, and Manchester High School, where he graduated in 1986. He was No.64 on the North Manchester football team and played linebacker. Rod loved hunting various species from deer, wild boar, and bear. He was good at “Spicing up” recipes from years of cooking. Rod liked sharing knowledge on gun safety, target practicing, and hunting techniques. His first place of employment was at Lance’s Grocery Store as stocking and carryout. Rod’s last 29 years of employment was dedicated to Sturgis hospital in Sturgis, Mich., where we worked in several departments ending in the pharmacy. Along with his wife, Tina Eller, he is survived by his daughter, Amanda (David) Hays; step-sons; Timothy (Becky) Barth, and Thomas (T-Wrex Eller -the dog) Barth; Mother, R Kay Eller, siblings; Bryce (Deb) Eller, Judy Toy, Bill (Charlene) Eller, Penny (Jim) Railsback, Peggy (Mike) White; grandchildren; Liam Hays, Logan Hays, Caiden Barth, Gracelynn Barth, Brayden Barth, nieces/nephews; Rhiannon, Adrian, Nicole, Andrea, Jeffrey, Cassie, Trevor, Ivy, Luke, David, Jacob, and Faith. Rod was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, fatherin-laws, Hubert Kennedy and Lonzo Miller, and brother-in-law, Larry Toy.
Oct. Honor Flights postponed guardians who were originally scheduled for the Oct. 6, 2021 Honor Flight from Fort Wayne will automatically be rescheduled for the April 2022 Honor Flight. Veterans and guardians who were originally scheduled for the Oct. 27,flight will automatically be re-scheduled for the May 2022 flight.
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Scenes from the Roann Covered Bridge Festival
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Group supports animal shelter: Members of the group, Support our Shelter, presented a check for $6,254.11 to the Wabash County Animal Shelter on Sept. 3. The funds were the proceeds from its poker run and auction which took place in August. Participating in the presentation were (from left) Sami Osborne, Danae Denniston, Amy Maria, Debby Shepard, Delaney Shepard, Doug Bogert, Dawn Conley and Stacie Denniston. Photo by Joseph Slacian
Program to help mothers of young children Moms of young children often find themselves in the same boat: sleeping like a baby – up at 2, 4, and 6, talking toddlerese, and discovering the bathroom is really a breakroom. M&M’s (Mentoring and More) will be beginning its biweekly meetings starting Monday, September 20 from
5:30-7:00pm at the Wabash Alliance Church. The first meeting will have drawings for free gift cards along with pizza. Sponsored by Life Center, young moms meet for dinner, discussion on various topics, and a simple craft. Discussions center on such topics of interest as disci-
pline, relationships, sleep training, nutrition, health care, when to call the doctor, and budgeting. Simple crafts give moms a sense of creativity and accomplishment. While moms are meeting, children are taken care of by loving, experienced adults with background
checks. Children are also given a dinner, story time, a craft, and playtime. M&M’s serve moms up to age 25. Interested moms should call the Life Center at 260-5637275 to register. Look up Life Center on Facebook! Meetings are free!
Ride for a Cause to take place Saturday The ninth annual Ride for A Cause will take place on Saturday, Aug. 18. In addition to the ride, funds to fight breast cancer also will be raised registration, shirt sponsorship, miscellaneous donations and pro ceeds from a benefit auction. All of the money raised at the event goes to a nonprofit group that focuses on fighting breast cancer. In the first eight years, more than $175,000 has been raised for the cause. The donation per person is $20, which includes a dinner,
find the auction items online, go to www.facebook.com/g roups/rideforcauseauction items.
ride and a T-shirt. Activities will take place at Brandt’s Harley-Davidson. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with kickstands up at 11:30 a.m. The dinner and auction will follow the ride. Anyone wishing to make a monetary
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Pageant winners: Anna Dubois (left) and Carter Jones were crowned Little Miss and Little Mister Founders Day, respectively, during First Friday on Sept. 3. The pair will ride in Saturday’s Founder’s Day parade in downtown Wabash. Photo by Joseph Slacian
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WMS runners win IWU invite By Roy Church and Eric Christiansen
Northfield’s Eli Kroh (17) reaches for a Southwood fumble near the Norsemen’s goal line. Photo by Joseph Slacian
Norsemen top Knights for county’s lone grid win
Northfield defeated Southwood in Friday night football action, while Manchester and Wabash each fell short in other Three Rivers Conference matchups, Sept. 10. Northfield 20, Southwood 13 The Northfield Norse defeated rival Southwood 20-13 in a back-and-forth contest Friday night, Sept. 10. Southwood struck first in the first quarter when Mo Lloyd found Cole Winer for a 33-yard touchdown pass to give the Knights a 7-0 lead. Northfield tied the game at 7-7 in the second quarter when quarterback Jake Halderman scored on a 1yard plunge into the end zone. With the score tied 7-7 in the third quarter, Halderman found Dylan Ross for and 18-yard score to give the Norse a 13-7 lead. Southwood’s Lloyd tied the game at 13-13 on a 3yard rushing score late in the third quarter. With 9:58 remaining in the game, Jaydan Goshert scored on a 2-yard run to give Northfield a 20-13 lead, and the Norse defense kept the Knights out of the end zone to
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secure the win. Northfield’s Halderman was 2-7 passing for 29 yards and one score, and ran for 94 yards on 23 carries with one touchdown. Goshert led the Norse on the ground with 189 yards on 34 carries, while Mason Fisher had six yards on three rushes, and Jaxton Peas had one run for 10 yards. Dylan Ross had one catch for 19 yards, and Fisher had one reception for 10 yards. Defensively for Northfield, Goshert led the team in tackles with 10, followed by Jacob Snyder with nine, Fisher with seven, Eli Kroh with five, Peas with four, Jordan Kinsley and Jace Randel with three each, Dylan Ross and Reece Rosen with two each, and Turner Stephens with one. Kinsley had one interception, while Kroh had one fumble recovery. For Southwood, Lloyd passed for 169 yards with one touchdown and one interception for 169 yards, with Winer the target on nine of those passes for 145 yards and a touchdown, while Smith had one 24-yard catch. Smith ran for 71 yards on 11 carries with one
score, while Joey Bland had 12 yards on eight carries. Randall Boone led the Knights on defense with 17 tackles, with Smith right behind him with 16, Nevan Sharp with 12, and Lloyd and Holloway with 11 each. Karson Baldwin had six tackles, followed by Luke Pershing with five, Band, Chase Lopez, and Winer with four each, and Toby Cummins with one each. Smith and Boone each recovered a fumble. Northfield (2-2 2-0 TRC) travels to Manchester this Friday, while Southwood (2-2, 2-1 TRC) takes the trip to Wabash. Tippecanoe Valley 36, Manchester 0 Manchester trailed Tippecanoe Valley 6-0 late in the first quarter and had the ball deep in Viking territory, looking to tie or take the lead. Instead, they were stopped, and stopped the rest of the game in a 36-0 loss Friday, Sept. 10. The Vikings methodically moved the ball up and down the field in the second quarter, scoring twice, to take a 20-0 halftime lead, and never let the Squires find the end zone. Manchester quarterback Continued on Page 16
GOOD WORDS . . . You are what you think! Have you ever heard the saying, Is the cup half-full or half-empty? Both are true but, one is preferred over the other. God’s Word tells us that we can have the mind of Christ and to think on such things (Philippians 4:8). It is good to be positive and truthful, attitude is the 93% solution! How can you see your circumstance from God’s perspective? Does that help? Rev. Rick E. Carder - (RickeCarder.com)
Placing its five scorers in the top 10 finishers, the Wabash Middle School boys cross country team captured the Wildcat Classic Invitational title at Indiana Wesleyan University here Saturday. It was the Apaches’ third championship in four outings this season. After winning the county junior high title for the 11th straight time on Day 1, the team won the middle school crown at the Penn Invite, was runner-up last week in Terre Haute and then won again – easily – on Saturday. Drew Guenin-Hodson and Bobby Shull finished second and third, respectively, behind the winner, Caiden Daniel of McCullough Jr. High. The winner came in at 11:02.4, while Guenin-Hodson finished in 11:05.7 and Shull crossed the line in 11:05.9. In fifth place was Isaiah Cordes in 11:17.1, then Caidan Burchett in eighth (11:23.5) and Ezra Church in 10th (11:27.7). Rounding out Wabash’s entry were Coleson Kugler in 16th (11:35.5) and Camden Oswalt in 17th (11:36.2). Others finishers in the 142man field included Treyce Daughtry, 39th in 12:30.4; Keaton Lane, 48th in 12:58.9; Raven Weaver, 52nd in 13:04.8; Beckett Shaw, 69th in 13:44.7; Camdyn Hinkle, 92nd in 14:45.0, and Luke Kaufman, 94th in 14:53.2. Wabash defeated a 13-team field with 27 points. Runner-up Wawasee had 73 points. In the boys Gray race for smaller schools, Wabash finished sixth out of 22 teams.
Culver Academies had the winner (Samuel Tullis) and fourth place on its way to the win with 85 points. The Apaches totaled 209. Kaden Vogel led the Wabash effort, finishing fifth in 17.13.8. He was followed by Jonas Church and Jace Bullins in 27th and 28th places, respectively, with the same time of 18:24.6. Chase Howard, 78th in 19:37.4, and Nick Perkins, 85th in 19:54.6, rounded out the Wabash scoring. Other finishers were Kasen Oswalt, 113th in 20:41.3; Ethan Berry, 123rd in 20:55.8; Kristian Stanton, 149th in 22:04.8, and Braxten Lakin, 161st in 27:56.7. In the girls Gray event, the Lady Apaches were led by Cali Kugler, who was 66th in 25:51.7; Ivy Beamer, 79th in 26:38.0, and Grace La Mar, 95th in 27:47.0. They were one of several schools without full teams. Wabash’s middle school squad finished 10th in a race won by Norwell. Raegan Jones led the Wabash squad across the finish line in 43rd place in 14:33.6. Also scoring were Quinn Myers, 58th in 15:09.9; Ava Bishir, 63rd in 15:26.3; Hayley Friend, 84th in 16:08.8, and Bridget Bailey, 86th in 16:25.4. Other finishers included Caitlyn Shidler, 89th in 16:41.9; Maya Howard, 97th in 17:10.8; Audri Shidler, 113th in 18:45.3; Allayan Renn, 116th in 18:55.1, and Emma Cantrell, 136th in 22:56.5. Wabash Middle School was to compete Tuesday in a threeway meet at Peru with RJ Baskett. All four teams are slated to compete Saturday in the West Noble Invitational. Continued on Page 16
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The Manchester girls cross country team was tops at the Tippecanoe Valley Cross Country Invitational, while Northfield also competed at Valley, and Wabash raced at the Indiana Wesleyan University Invitational Saturday, Sept. 11 Manchester The Manchester girls cross country team won the Tippecanoe Valley Invitational Saturday, Sept. 11. In a field of eight teams, the Lady Squires edged Rochester by one point with 51. Ayla Cashdollar finished fifth overall to lead Manchester with a time of 21 minutes, 32.42 seconds, followed by Kadence Fox in sixth place
...continued from Page 15 in 21:38.41. Kambree Cashdollar was 12th in 22:40.08, followed by Josie Briner in 14th in 22:48.55, Evyn Fox in 26th in 24:43.52, Miriam StrubleHedstrom in 24:52.78, and Paulie Martin in 24:59.52. The boys team placed third out of 13 teams, eight points of first place with 77. Raven King led the Squires in fifth place with a time of 17:58.15, while Kade Jones was 11th in 18:23.91, and Jacob Hesting placed 15th in 18:46.53. Kyler Dale finished 21st in 19.14.63, followed by Lane Stetzel in 25th in 19:25.09, Caleb Smith in 20:17.47, in 36th place, and Caden Marcum in seventh in 20:33.10 Northfield
The Northfield girls cross country team finished seventh out of eight teams at the Tippecanoe Valley Invitational Saturday, Sept. 11. Madeline Moore was Northfield’s top runner in 35th place, followed by Trinity Bever in 37th, Mara Zolman in 39th, Ella Gahl in 41st, Asia Miller in 51st, and 68th place. The boys team finished 10th out of 12 teams at the Tippecanoe Valley Invitational Saturday, Sept. 11. Layne Denton led the Norse with a 26th place finish, followed by Karson Pratt in 37th, Kamdon Carpenter in 72nd, John Nessler in 73rd, Ryan Brunett in 82nd, and Steven Kowalczuk in 84th.
Lady Norse place 3rd at TRC golf meet Northfield was the top Wabash County team at the Three Rivers Conference girls golf meet Saturday, Sept. 11 in Huntington. Maconaquah won the team title, followed by Tippecanoe Valley, and Northfield. Wabash finished in fifth place, while Manchester was
ninth, and Southwood didn’t have enough golfers field a complete team. Northfield’s Ainsley Dale finished fifth overall with a score of 85, while Alex Cartwright was sixth with an 86. Both earned AllConference honors by finishing among the top-ten golfers.
Annie Cole led Wabash with a 95, good for 18th place. She was followed by teammates Kenley McWhirt with a 100, Manchester’s Kayla Hippensteel finished in 14th place with a 94. Southwood’s Lydia Topliff and Taylor Cavins each shot 134, and Sarah Grace shot a 140.
Football Brock Casper passed for 140 yards on 18-38 passing with two interceptions. Seth Gaerte caught eight passes for 92 yards, while Memphis Wood caught three passes for 22 yards, and Dylan Stroud had two receptions for 11 yards. Josiah Hackworth, Ream, Jackson Felgar, and Caden Miller each had one reception. Ream ran for 40 yards on 14 attempts, with his longest rush going for 22 yards. Defensively, Stroud led the Squires with 10 tackles, followed by Dominic Lincoln with nine, Preston Duffy with eight, Hackworth, with six. Jordan Ayres and Miller with five each, Zavier Sell with three, Justin Hall and Trevor Dill with two each, and Ream, Wood, Jace Judy, Mason Rooney, Gaerte,
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Southwood’s Cole Winer (81) pulls down a touchdown pass in first quarter action Friday night. Photo by Joseph Slacian Trace Murphy, Harry Sturtsman, and Jackson Austin with one each. Manchester (1-2, 1-1 TRC) hosts Northfield for its Homecoming game. Rochester 42, Wabash 19 Wabash led early, was tied with Rochester after one quarter, and trailed 20-19 early in the second half, but it was all Zebras after that as the Apaches fell short in a TRC
game 42-19. Jared Brooks connected with Izaak Wright on a 9-yard passing touchdown to give the Apaches a 6-0 lead. Rochester answered with two scores to take a 14-6 lead, but Wright found Antonio Grant for a 60-yard touchdown strike to cut the lead to 14-12. The Zebras took a 20-12 lead going
into halftime, but Wright and Grant struck again, this time for an 80-yard score, to cut the lead to 20-19 with the extra point. But Wabash wouldn’t cross the goal line again while the Zebras took a 28-19 lead after three quarters, and added two more scores in the fourth quarter. Wright passed for 322 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions on 19-31 passing. Grant caught seven passes for 183 yards and two touchdowns, while Brooks caught four passes for 39 yards and one score. Trevor Daughtry pulled in three passes for 32 yards, while Andrew Dillon had one 26yard reception, and #80 Jesse Hackworth added one 18-yard catch. Wabash (0-4, 0-2) hosts Southwood this Friday night.
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Lagro FD to host tenderloin dinner The Lagro Volunteer Fire Dept. is sponsoring a tenderloin dinner on Saturday, Sept. 18, from 4- 7 p.m. The dinner is all you can eat for dining in. Carry out meals will be available. Also that night is a car show at the ball field behind the Fire Dept. The Car Show has a $10.00 entry fee, with two classes: 1980 and older, and 1981 and newer. The first 50 entries will receive a dash plaque. There are awards for the Top 10 in each class as well as Best of Show in each class. Other awards are for Best Rat Rod, Chief ’s Choice, and Driver’s Choice. Questions may be directed to Bruce Eltzroth, 260-5711693. Kids’ Klub at Lagro United Methodist Church starts September 15. The group for Kindergarten through 6th grade will meet 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. The Lagro Haunted Trail, scheduled for October 22 to 24, is a time to gather for a bonfire and a good scare. Volunteers are needed to prepare for this fun event, and to work those days. You do not need to live in Lagro to volunteer. If you would like to participate in the Haunted Trail, sign up at the Lagro Town Hall or contact Braden See at 260-571-4250. Plan on having a lot of fun! 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 Bible study every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. is titled “The Person, the Promise, the Purpose, the Holy Spirit.” The Men’s Group will meet Monday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m. The Homecoming Celebration for Dora Christian Church’s 150th anniversary (1871 – 2021) is Sunday, September 19; Thankful for the Past ~ Rejoicing in the Present ~ Preparing for the Future. Worship is at 10:30 a.m. followed by a carry-in lunch. The sermon for HOMECOMING SUNDAY is “Have I Got a Story for You!” Musical entertainment begins at 2:00 p.m. 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. 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 on September 19 will be Tim Brown The Food Pantry 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
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Wabash County residents. For further information on donating food or for assistance please call 260-5714639. Congratulations to the Norse Honor Students last week Junior High student Allie for helping clean up a mess she did not make, and High School student Mason for picking up sticks out front to beautify NHS. Thanks Allie and Mason! Online ordering for Northfield Football Fan Wear 2021 ends on Sunday, September 19. All orders will be delivered to the coach. A portion of all proceeds will be donated back to the NHS football program. A senior quote will be on the back of the T-shirts and crewnecks unless a name and/or number is selected. The link to order is: NORTHFIELDFOOTBALL2021.IT EMORDER.COM. Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Carl Crandall. Lagro Happy Birthdays: Sept. 15 – Linda Good; Sept. 17 – Preacher Mark Wisniewski; Sept. 19 – Vera Shelton; Sept. 21 – Rachel Lawson. Happy Anniversary: Sept. 17 – Jim and Shelley Long. 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. Let’s share the news!
The Laketon American Legion Auxiliary is collecting worn flags for a Flag Retirement Ceremony by Boy Scout Troop 465 in October. Flags can be dropped off at American Legion Post at 10140 Troyer Rd., Laketon on Thursdays or 25 N. Main St., Laketon, anytime! Final date of ceremony to be determined. MANCHESTER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES 83rd SEASON: The Manchester Symphony Orchestra under Conductor Debra Lynn heads into it 83rd season with four concerts in the works: Invitation to the Dance is Oct. 10 in Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester campus of Manchester University. The concert features music from ballet and other works inspired by dance,
and it will include Manchester University professors Beate Gilliar and Jim Brumbaugh-Smith dancing to Leroy Anderson’s “Blue Tango.” Holiday Concert on Dec. 12 in Cordier features the “Carol Symphony” by Victor HelyHutchinson, “Sleigh Ride” by Frederick Delius, “March Militaire” by Franz Schubert and “The Skater’s Waltz” by Émile Waldteufel. Trailblazers is March 13 at the Honeywell Center in Wabash. It celebrates African-
American composer Florence Price and her “Symphony No. 1 in E minor.” The concert will also feature high school and college winners of the orchestra’s concerto competition. Spaces on May 15 in Cordier is the final concert of the season, showcasing the world premiere of Lynn’s fivemovement concerto titled “Spaces,” written specifically for guest artist Derek Reeves. He is principal violist of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. All concerts are at 3 p.m. on Sundays. Masks and social distancing are required. In advance of the March 13 concert, the orchestra invites vocalists, pianists and instrumentalists to register for its 2021-2022 season concerto competition. Competitors must be enrolled in a high school, home
school program, college or university during the fall semester of 2021 to be eligible. The application fee is $25. There are scholarship awards for high school division winners and cash awards for collegiate division winners. The competition is Saturday, Nov. 20 at the University, and competition winners will perform with the orchestra at 3 p.m. March 13 during the Trailblazers concert. Tickets are $15 general admission. Admission is free for MU students, faculty and staff, as well as anyone age 18 and younger. Go to www.manchestersymphonyorchestra.org to buy tickets or register for the competition. DRIVE THRU FOC FELLOWSHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Continued on Page 18
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Luke Hunt and Ronnie Anderson represented the Urbana Community Building at the golf outing that was held at the Honeywell Golf Course on Sept. 8, 2021.They were assigned hole number 11. They talked to golfers about the community building and handed out pamphlets and snacks as the golfer’s played through. The weather was very accommodating for the event. I talked to Luke and he stated that they spent the day letting the players know that the Urbana Community Building is open to whomever would like to rent it. The building can entertain up to 90 plus people for showers, reunions, receptions, holiday parties, birthday parties and business meetings. These are just a few of the activities that could be held. The building has a kitchen with a gas stove, new roasters pans, new refrigerator and a large cooler, restroom facilities and has central air and the building can be heated if needed. To rent this building all you have to do is call 260-774-
date you want is available. Urbana Streetlights: You know, just thinking about the Urbana Streetlights frightens me and I wish that every resident in and around Urbana would think about this. I received a short letter from an older couple who did live in Urbana for a long time and now live in Wabash. I know who they are and I won’t mention their name. Anyway the letter stated that they were Urbana residents for a good number of years and they enjoyed the security that the streetlights brought to their neighborhood. They also thanked me for all that I do for Urbana. They sent in a donation for the lights which was more than the asking donation. This was unexpected. It is people like this that want to help keep the lights
NM news 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. FARMER’S MARKET AT OGAN’S LANDING: The North Manchester Farmers Market is
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on and this makes me feel good. It is outstanding that there are resident that have moved away but still care enough to donate. The Streetlight Committee is only asking that you make a twenty dollar a year donation. I know that this is like kicking a dead horse but I’m having a hard time understanding why some Urbana residents refuse to make a donation. I mean what is twenty dollars a year? I have received larger donations than twenty dollars from residents who have lived in Urbana, for that I am thankful. The Committee will be collecting throughout the rest of September and all of October. Remember to make your donations. Make your check / money order out to Urbana Streetlight Fund and send to P.O. Box 112 Urbana, IN 46990. Thank you for your support. Urbana Streetlight Committee is going to host a tenderloin fry (carryout only ). The fry will take place at the Urbana Ballpark on Sept. 25, 4-7 p.m. In last week’s column the fry read $100 will get you a meal. Don’t worry about the price. The price
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now open on Saturday morning from 8 am to Noon. The market will be located at Ogan’s Landing on S. Mill St. 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 message.
Urbana Lion Luke Hunt (left) and Urbana Lion President Denny Craft (right) presented new dictionaries to the entire third grade students of Sharp Creek. Pictured are some who received a new dictionary. Starting left to right; Ethan Hudson, Braxton Chamberlain, Paisly Swanson, Kellie Stevens and Rylan Nichols. is $10 and this will get you (2) tenderloins, baked beans, applesauce and chips. Lagro Volunteer Fire Dept. will be frying the loins. All you have to do is come into the park on the south end, follow the arrows, pay your $10 and receive a ticket, pull up to the south side of the Snack Shack, present your ticket and receive your meal and exit out the north end. This is an activity to raise much needed funds for the Urbana Streetlights. So please remember this date and come get a tenderloin meal and support Urbana’s streetlights. Remember, all you need is ($10) and an appetite. The Urbana Lions Club has received a nice
donation from the John Wilcox estate. The Urbana Lions would like to say thank you for the funds and to let you know the funds will be useful in the club’s activities. Lion President Denny Craft and Lion Luke Hunt visited Sharp Creek third grade on Friday September 3, 2021. The club received a shipment of dictionaries and wanted to present them to Sharp Creek Students. This is a yearly event to help boost students mines. Urbana Yoke Parish: Karen Bechtold will be leading a Women’s Bible Study starting Sept. 13. It will be “Now that Faith Has Come”. A study of Galatians by Beth and Melissa Moore. The
meeting will be at the church from 6:30 to 8 and will end the week of November 8th. Please contact Karen Bechtold at 260-578-8835 call or text or email her at kbechtold56@gmail .com Prayer concerns: Julie Miller, Marilyn Karns, Lowell Karns, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Terry Knee, Paxton Wright, Ava Gibson, Jan Fitch, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and sisters, Joni Fox. Our nation and the leaders, our military personnel, our frontline responders, health providers. If anyone would like to have their name added or removed
from prayer concerns, please contact me. Birthday wishes: Karen Wilson Sept. 8, Layanna Garci’a Sept. 8, Travis Chamberlain Sept. 9, Wade Warnock Sept. 11, Jane Swanquist Sept. 12 and Connie Winters Sept. 13. The Breakfast Bunch met on Sept. 8 at 7:30 a.m. at the Fried Egg. Those attending were Pat McNabney, Peggy Dilling, Nancy Meyer and Marca Snook. You could drop in and have breakfast with them and check them out to see what is happening. They get together and talk about, well almost everything. They meet ednesday at 7:30 a.m.
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Reminder, if you order mums from the LaFontaine Lions. Pick up is Friday, Sept. 17, 6-8 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m.noon. If you have not prepaid, make checks payable to LaFontaine Lions Club or cash. Pick up will be at the LaFontaine Community Building. SOUTHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Class of 1975 will be holding an informal, impromptu reunion on Saturday, September 18 from 7-10:00 P.M. at The Elementary School in LaFontaine. 207 N. Wabash Avenue, LaFontaine, IN No meal, but light refreshments. Help spread the word to classmates. Any questions can be referred to Deb Dawes Finch 260571-4562, Carmen Hendricks Jarvis 317-448-7055, or Karen Forbes Larr 260-438-5085.” LAFONTAINE LIONS HAND BREADED TENDERLOIN FRY on Saturday, Sept. 18, 4-7 p.m. or until gone. Drive thru only. Meal includes 2 hand breaded tenderloins, applesauce, chips, and a cookie. Cost per meal $10. If you charge there is $1 fee per transaction charge. Proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the LaFontaine Community Building. LAFONTAINE LIONS Lost a Lion member Duane Davis who had been a member for over 30 years. He was awarded the Melvin Jones Fellowship for his service to the community of LaFontaine and surrounding area. He will be greatly missed by Lions and the community. SOUTHWOOD
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Congratulations to our Knight Note winners for the week of August 2327 Adalyn U. (2nd grade), from Mrs. Dubuque, for being so kind and helpful to others. Lily H. (4th grade), from Mrs. Andrews for being kind to classmates. Thanks to these students, and all the others who also received Knight Notes this week, for practicing the Knight Way the Right Way by being Respectful, Responsible, and Safe! THE TROYER BOOK CLUB met Wednesday, September to discuss “Dreams of Joy” by Lisa See. Mary Ruth Mendenhall lead the discussion of this sequel to “Shanghai Girls”. It follows the daughter Pearl and Ben as runs away from her family in Los Angeles and into the unknown of Communist China in 1958. At the University of Chicago, Joy had been involved in a young Marxist club and believes all the rosy descriptions of life under Chairman Mao. She also wants to meet her biological father she has just learned lives and works in Shanghai. Once there she cheerfully surrenders her American passport and starts a new life. Her mother, Pearl,
follows her with the intent of taking her back to America. Joy subsequently marries a farmer and as the Cultural Revolution sweeps the country and she experiences the worst of authoritarian rule. Book club members enjoyed the book, but found it more difficult to follow if they had not read Shanghai Girls first. Because the US had no diplomatic relationship with China during that time the extreme famine and restrictions in China were not common knowledge. The idea of 45 million people starving to death during the years from 1958-62 was a quite shocking to the group. Participants found the characters and the story both informative and entertaining. The book for October is “The Last Bus to Wisdom” by Ivan Doig. The books are provided by the Indiana Humanities Novel Conversations program. Just stop in at the Troyer Library to borrow the book then join us Oct. 6 at 1 p.m. at the library for a spirited discussion and a chance to meet new book buddies. SOUTHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER TUESDAY: Tyler Cook is in her third year of teaching. She teaches middle school English and loves it! She primarily works with eighth graders coteaching a projectbased curriculum. She gets to work with social studies teacher almost all day and blend both her social studies curriculum and my English curriculum. She loves being able to watch students put their own unique spin on project-
based learning! She also loves being part of the Bridge program and seeing students achieve their goals! Outside of teaching, she and her husband are blessed with two awesome kids and one crazy dog. Our daughter is 6 and our son is 1 year old. The dog is 8 and definitely thinks he runs the show! I am a lover of food, soccer, and warm weather. LAFONTAINE LEARNING COMMUNITY The nationwide staffing shortages that are being felt by many industries are taking their toll on local childcare. Meanwhile, the need for quality childcare is greatly growing in our area. LaFontaine Learning Community is passionate about providing that care for the families of our wonderful community, but in order to do so, several staffing positions need to be filled. Employees of LLC receive the benefits of childcare discounts for their own children, paid training, and a sign-on bonus. Positions currently available include: Director of Operations -Lead Teacher for Three’s Room Lead for Infant Room -Preschool Aide -Floating Aide -Infant Aide Most positions have immediate openings. Interested applicants should email Michelle.Adams.L LC@gmail.com to apply or learn more. LAFONTAINE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS 1961 will meet at the LaFontaine Community Building to celebrate 60th Anniversary. Plan on meeting at
noon and have pizza at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25. You many stay as long as you would want to get reconnected. This was the largest class (39) to ever graduate From LaFontaine High School. Hope to see as many that will be able to attend. The class has lost 9 members. There were several who went all 12 years of school together. Class mates be sure and bring any items you would like to share with everyone and be sure to mark them with your name. NEW BEGINNINGS Presents: The first annual Charity run on Oct. 9. 2021. Ride to raise support for New Beginnings of Wabash County!! New Beginnings is a Men’s residential recovery center that provides men with a safe place to change their lives. New Beginnings is donor funded so come out and ride with us! Cost is $10.00 each includes your band and a meal Start at Brandt’s Harley Davidson registration at 10:30 a.m. Kickstands up a Noon, Join us for a guided tour of 3 dams! Ride ends at New Beginnings where you will draw your hand. We will have prizes-a 50/50 drawing-and more and course food! There will be a DJ and much more!! You won’t want to miss our special drawing for a9mm SIG 365XL Hand Gun. “The Prefect Balance of Concealment and Shoot ability!” $10 per ticket. Must be 21 to enter. You do not need to be present to win. INFORMATION ON DEMENTIA Rapidly shrinking brain is how a doctor described it. I
wouldn’t wish Dementia or Alzheimer’s on anyone. As the patient’s brain slowly dies, they change physically and eventually forget who their loved ones are. Patients can eventually become bedridden, unable to move and unable to eat or drink. There will be people who will scroll by this message because Dementia or Alzheimer’s has not touched them. They may not know what it’s like to have a loved one who has fought a battle against Dementia or Alzheimer’s. WORDS BY HANK WILLIAMS JR. “If you are offended by something then leave it alone. Cracker Barrel offends you, then eat somewhere else, zi like it so leave it alone. A statue offends you, then don’t go see it, but I like to see them as my history, so leave them alone. Don’t like meat, then eat vegetables but let me eat what I want to. Don’t like Gone with The Wind, then don’t watch it or read the book, but I like them, so leave them alone. I like worshipping god, but you are offended so don’t go to church, but let me go. I read the Bible, but, but you are an atheist and want Bibles banned. So don’t read it, but don’t say I can’t. Leave it alone. You don’t like the names of military bases, but I do, so leave them alone and stay
away from them. You don’t like the police force, then don’t call them when you are in trouble, but leave them alone so I feel safer having them. Why are things you want so much more important than what I want? Are your demands greater than my likes? Is it because you use intimidation, blackmail, and force to get your way that you do? Let’s make a deal. I will leave what you like alone and you leave what I like alone and the world would be a better place for everyone. Enough already people!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY Chris Benson, Ed Bailey, Caidence Milliner, Walter Couch, Larry Cochran, Eva Williams, Sept. 16, Allie Enyeart, Jan Hullinger, Mark Wisniewski Sept. 17, Cohen Kuester, Edd Bailey Sept. 18, Michael Garrett, Jackie Carpenter, Jean Simpson, Sept. 20, Marjorie Jones, Terry Summers Sept. 21, Audrey Summers Sept. 22 Jerry Mosier, Sandra Weaver Sept. 23 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Jon and Jody Gillespie Sept. 19, Dave and Evelyn Compton Sept. 20 Dave and Diana Health Sept. 21 Jerry and Ruth Moser Sept. 23 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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Meyer Reunion took place Aug. 28, 2021 at Lucerne Park on Pike Lake in Warsaw. Hosting were Ray Meyer, Roger Meyer and Ryan Meyer. Everyone enjoyed talking to family they had not seen in a long time. Family history and family trees were discussed. It was decided there are no “Black Sheep” in this family. A delicious dinner along with carry-in desserts was served to around 40 who were in attendance. PASTOR WAYNE Balmer of the Roann United Methodist Church sermon for Sept. 19th will be taken from Matthew 11:28-30 titled “Hope for the Weary”. You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9:00am. UPCOMING DATES: Sept. 14 – Roann Town Board Meeting, Town Hall, 7 p.m.; Sept. 15 – Roann Food Pantry closing; Sept. 23 – Happy Homemakers, 9 a.m..
ROANN AND NORTHERN MIAMI
Meyer family has annual reunion Ann Me Ann Meyer yer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net
OUR PRAYERS go out to: Don Stevens, Rob Mace, Averi Haecker, Jo Ellen Nelson, Lowell Burrus, Betty Boyer, Coy Eads, Roger Harman, Jennifer McColley and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy. God bless you all! CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: Sept. 17 – Mr. & Mrs. Phil Dale; Sept.20 – Mr. & Mrs. Evan Wood. CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: Sept. 15 – Michelle Hawkins and Brandon Houlihan; Sept. 16 – Dave Hawkins and Faith Krom; Sept. 17 – Bob Ferguson; Sept. 18 – Trina Hickert, Brandon McKillip, and Emma Doud Burg; Sept. 19 – Haiden
McWhirt and Luke Hemingway; Sept. 20 – Kathie Grandstaff and Daniele Rogers (Pell). PASTOR ROB’S Thoughts for this week: I was watching my sixth-grade grandson playing the PS4 Nascar racing game. As he drove the race car around the track, I noticed his struggle to keep the car off the wall and to steer where the groove was. As I considered how to help him, I noticed that he was focusing on his own car. I encouraged him to start looking out in front of his car, and the faster he went, to look out even further. He found that looking ahead allowed him to go farther and stay within the groove of the racetrack. Life on this earth is the same way. If we only look in the moment rather than out in front of ourselves, we struggle to make the correct decision and gain the hope that is needed. Solomon gives us
five questions as we consider, why life? Why work? Why be wise? What can others do, that follow after us, do different? Our choice in this life is to choose wisdom vs. foolishness. Every decision and action has a choice of being wise or chasing after foolish desires. But yet, they both die. There is more to gain in wisdom and light. Life is more enjoyable in wisdom, yet foolishness brings heartache and distraction. Foolishness is like walking in the dark not knowing if it will hold for each step. Wisdom is like light that illuminates our path and gives visual to where we should step. There are times where we ask ”why be so wise?”. Why should we always follow wisdom in this life? Both the fool and the wise man have the same end and are to remembered. In this life. We want to let go and be free to experience life. We
want to have fun and enjoy this life and the things on the earth. But that is chasing after wind. The things of this earth will never bring true enjoyment and satisfaction. And who knows about those who follow in our footsteps whether they will be foolish or wise in dealing with what we have left behind. Life is grievous and hard. What has mankind gained from all his toil? We work hard and expend energy and resources to gain and achieve status and fame. But where does all the work get us? How fragile is fame and status? We use wisdom, knowledge and skill to gain what we are after only to leave it here on this earth for others to enjoy and use. This is a vapor and chasing after the wind. What does mankind have from all the toil? Life on this earth is hard and full of heartache. Even at night, his heart does not rest. What does this get us?
Solomon says that there is nothing better for a person that they should eat and drink and find enjoyment in this life. Looking in the moment doesn’t shed hope and joy, but looking ahead gives guidance and hope. If living this life is just about the moment, then many would give up. But living life in the vision of who God is and where the believer goes after this life, brings us great hope. To the Christian, death is great joy and nothing to be feared because we go to be with God and live in heaven for all eternity. This life is
short but eternity is forever. This life is a prelude to the heavenly things to come. Looking out ahead allows us to see eternity coming in the midst of heartache and pain. Enjoy this life but live it with eternity in mind. I CAN BE reached by email at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday, 10am1pm. Also, I am reachable by phone 765-833-2614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10am to appear in the next weeks paper.
COMMERCIAL SOLAR FARMS The Wabash County Plan Commission is seeking input from the residents under the jurisdiction of the Wabash County Zoning Ordinance regarding large Commercial Solar Farms. Are you in favor or do you oppose large scale commercial solar farms in Wabash County, and why? You may voice your thoughts in the following manner: 1. Attend the Plan Commission Board meeting on Thursday, October 7, 2021, 7:00 PM in the commissioners meeting room of the Wabash County Courthouse. 2. Send a written statement to: Wabash County Plan Commission 1 West Hill Street Wabash, IN 46992 3. Email your response to: planninginfo@wabashcounty.in.gov The Board will review all responses during the October 7, 2021 Plan Commission Board meeting. 9/15, 9/22/21
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The Paper of Wabash County, P.O. Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992. Classified Ads: $9.50 for first 20 words in advance: 15¢ each word thereafter. Deadline 5:00 on Fridays
Wabash City
ESTATE GARAGE Sale: 1505 Branch Street (off of Pike Street). Furniture, fishing, tools, toys, beds, electronics, bikes, lawn mowers, family name brand jeans and clothing to size 2XL, winter coveralls. Free stuff! Thursday, 9/16 and Friday, 9/17, 10am4pm. GARAGE SALE: September 17, 9am-3pm, Rain or Shine! 1920 Glendale Drive. Men, women & junior clothing, canning jars, books, jewelry, household decor, kitchen and seasonal items PORCH SALE: 675 N. Allen Street. September 16, 17, 18. 8am-2pm. Baby items, girls size 5-6, teen clothes small-large, shoes, household items, twin bed with mattress, end tables, lamps, a lot of miscellaneous. SEPTEMBER 17 & 18, 8am-4pm. Lots of miscellaneous! 600 Linlawn Drive, Wabash.
YARD SALE: Friday, 9/17, 8am-6pm; Saturday, 9/18, 8am-Noon. 1146 Stitt Street. Corner cabinet, recliner, glassware, too many things to name!
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LARGE, YEAR End Garage Sale: Friday, September 17th, 8am-4pm & Saturday, September 18th, 8am-1pm. 607 East 6th Street, North Manchester. Tablecloths, table runners, kitchen mats/rugs, place mats, cosmetic organizers, 250+ skin care products- Olay, Burt’s Bees, Yes To, Simple, St. Ives and more. Hand sanitizer, purses, hats, toys, games, puzzles, dress form, Precious Moments, craft items, household batteries, 25+ shelf liner rolls, rolling air conditioner, outdoor items, tools, key chains, cell phone cases, twin duvet sets, men’s & women’s clothes and much more. Clean, organized sale. Everything priced to sell!! Bag Sale Saturday at 11am!
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HUGE GARAGE Sale: 72 West 700 North, North Manchester, 2 miles north of Urbana Lots of men, women and kids clothing (boys 2T-youth small, girls 5/6-10/12, women smallXL). Lularoe, baby sled, car seats, strollers, pack-nplay, booster seat, art stand, toys, kitchen supplies, pots, pans, blender, comforter, Christmas/home decor, dresser, corner china cabinet. September 16-17, Thursday & Friday, 9am-5pm.
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