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Hoosier Lakes Radio Club hosting ‘CAMPGROUND ON THE AIR’
GO BAG — Matthew Carter, public information officer for Hoosier Lakes Radio Club, shows one of the club’s go bags. The club owns four such bags, which contain radio equipment that can be used for an emergency. The bags have batteries, solar panels and generators so they can remain powered up while in use during an emergency.
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By LAUREN ZEUGNER Editor
No one is quite sure when the Hoosier Lakes Radio Club started The earliest date Matthew Carter, public information officer for the club, could find was 1951 Some members wonder if the club started sometime earlier After 73 years, the club is still going strong and looking for new members to join
The Hoosier Lakes Radio Club is an amateur, or ham radio club, based in the basement of the Justice Building in Warsaw Members have business meetings at 7 p m the first Thursday of the month, in the video conference room, which is also located in the basement of the Justice Building
To bring interest to the club, “campground on the air” is a 24-hour event where club members will try to make as many contacts with as many operators as possible
As part of “campground on the air,” the club will be hosting a fox hunt, where radio op -
erators look for specific beacons to locate transmitters in a designated search area
Carter said the event is similar to geo-caching The fox hunt will be held from 11 a m Saturday, Aug 24, to 11 a m Sunday, Aug 25, at Pla-Mor Campgrounds, Bremen There is a $5 per person admission fee
The plan is for club members to hold at least two fox hunts, one for adults and one for kids, with the potential to do more The club would like to have the fox hunt become an annual event to be recognized by the American Relay Radio League, which is the governing body of amateur radio operators
Those attending the event will have access to Pla-Mor’s amenities, such as the pool, putt-putt golf and a playground There will also be vendors, a dunk tank and more
To become an amateur radio operator, a person must have a license Hoosier Lakes Radio Club offers classes There are online courses available to become licensed
The first license is a technical license, which opens frequencies and power an individual can use Carter described the technical license as similar to a learner’s permit
The next level is a general license, which opens up almost all of the radio frequencies
and allows the holder to use high frequency radio so they can talk to people globally
The top license a person can have is an extra, which opens all bands and frequencies for ham radio Carter described this level of license as a specialist license
A radio operator’s license is good for 10 years before it needs to be renewed through the Federal Communications Commission The fee for a license is $35
There is no minimum age for someone to have an amateur radio license
Within the club there are members who are part of the Amateur Radio Emergency Services These are amateur radio operators who use their skills to assist in emergencies
Carter explained there is specific training required to be part of ARES, which is different from the training to get a license
Those interested in ARES can receive training from
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MENT — Matthew Carter, public information officer for the Hoosier Lakes Radio Club, explains how the radio equipment behind him works. The club has been active in Kosciusko County for at least 73 years. On his shirt, Carter has his call sign. Each member of the club has their own call sign for when they are broadcasting.
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Dijkstra enjoys sharing his passion for soccer
By KEITH KNEPP Staff Writer
Ever since he was a toddler, Egbert Dijkstra has been connected to soccer, whether it be a a player, a coach or simply a fan.
A native of the Netherlands, Dijkstra first came to the U.S. as an exchange student at Concord High School. Several years later, at age 27, he returned to America and has been here ever since.
“Everybody in the Netherlands plays soccer,” he said. “So I started when I was 5 or 6. I played for my club and in college. I got my degree in social work. I worked as a social worker for about three and a half years for the Dutch government. I didn’t like it at all and decided to come (back to the U.S.) and see what happens.”
Dijkstra kept playing soccer wherever he could find a game or league. He started coaching at the youth league level before high schools started adding the sport at the scholastic level.
“Brad Duerksen and I started coaching on the same day at NorthWood in 1997,” he recalled. “We had a really rough start. We went 0-16-1 in our first season. But gradually we turned athletes into soccer players ... and look where we are today. We have a beautiful park with beautiful facilities.
“It’s a good thing you don’t
realize that developing a program takes time. And it takes your time. We’ve put a lot of time into it. It’s not just the high school program, but it’s also what your feeder program is.”
Dijkstra is ready to begin his 28th season as an assistant soccer coach at NorthWood High School. The first 24 of those years were under Duerksen, who left the program after the 2020 season to take a teaching and coaching position in Florida. At that point, Dijkstra figured he would also end his tenure with the Panthers.
That planned retirement from coaching never came to fruition, however, when his son, Kyle, who also was an assistant coach, was promoted to the top job. The elder Dijkstra put his whistle back around his neck and is preparing to start his fourth year working the sidelines for his son.
“Brad and I didn’t know each other when we started but became best friends through the years. When he moved down to Florida, it was my intention to be done with it. But then Kyle said he was interested in being the head coach. I’ve never had an interest in being the head coach. I like to focus on soccer. When he got it, I said I’d help out a couple of years, and it’s been fun so far.”
Dijkstra said the program has gone through a few stages. At first, they just had athletes, who had
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Dijkstra, right, has been an assistant soccer coach at NorthWood High School for all but the first few seasons of the 30- year-old program. He is pictured with his son, Kyle, who has been the head coach since 2021.
never played soccer. The second stage included kids who had played some soccer before high school. The third stage was when players came through the feeder program and actually had developed some talent to play soccer, along with some athletes, who might not be soccer players as their first sport but who
have assets that can be used.
“Support from the school and the community helps,” Dijkstra said. “When you put them in rec league, they look over at this turf field and want to eventually play out here. It’s been a whole development throughout the years.”
Dijkstra said coaching has remained fun for him throughout the years.
“If it’s not fun anymore, you quit doing it,” he said. “These kids make it fun; their personalities,
the humor. They’re great players.”
When he’s not coaching soccer, Dijkstra said you can often find him watching a soccer game on TV in his Nappanee home.
He also works full time as the director of Elkhart County’s 9-1-1 service. He has been there for 38 years and has served as director since 2006.
“I’m on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” he said. “Soccer is what helps me get my mind off that.”
Kosciusko County GOP plans dinner cruise
The Kosciusko County GOP is planning a dinner cruise from 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29.
The SS Lily Pad will set off from the dock at the Frog Tav-
ern, Lake Wawasee, Syracuse, promptly at 6 p.m.
Seating is limited for the event that will include a cash bar, raffle and 50/50 event. The cost is $50 per person.
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Applications open for four-year Lilly Scholarship
The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship is now accepting applications until Sunday, Sept. 15.
The scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition scholarship which allows recipients from each participating Indiana county to attend an Indiana college or university of their choice.
Locally, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation recommends two recipients through a blind review. Top applicants are submitted to Independent Colleges of Indiana, the statewide administrator of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program, for the final selection.
“This scholarship continues to make educational dreams come true,” said Amy Cannon, senior program officer at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. “Awarding these scholarships removes the finan-
cial burden families may face and celebrates the extraordinary achievements these students have made in their community.”
When considering applicants, the foundation looks at criteria, like academic excellence, community service, extracurricular involvement, work experience, references and essay response.
Eligible applicants must:
• Be Kosciusko County residents who are a current high school senior and will receive their diploma from an accredited Indiana high school no later than June 30, 2025.
• Intend to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study at an accredited public or private nonprofit college or university in Indiana.
• Pursue an academic and/or technical honors diploma at the end of their junior year of high school.
• Have a GPA of 3.8 or higher on a four-point scale or 10.3 or higher on a 12-point scale at the
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the club.
Continued from page 1 helping in an emergency, making friends globally, to participating in moon bounce, a form of radio propagation used by radio amateurs and others for global communications on frequencies above 144 MHz. Operators can even delve into morse or digital code.
Members of Hoosier Lakes Radio Club have helped out in a variety of ways. They provided communication for the Kosciusko County fair parade, helped with the IT 100 at Chain of Lakes, assisted with the LaPorte Triathlon, and will be assisting an amateur radio club in Chicago during the Chicago marathon.
The club has several “go bags” which contain radio equipment they use in case of an emergency.
Members use a battery, generators and even solar to stay on the air during an emergency.
Carter said he typically has two to three weeks worth of battery power along with a solar set up and generator so he can power up his radios should an emergency occur.
Thomas Pletcher, a member of the club, noted there was a lot of variety to amateur radio, from
Both Pletcher and Carter said amateur radio is a hobby which can be as expensive as the par-
ticipant wants it to be. Carter said an individual can get started on equipment which costs about $100, but they would be limited in what they can do.
“It’s a science and wonderful hobby that can be used in emergency situations,” Pletcher said.
For more information about the club, contact Carter at (574) 6583361.
end of their junior year of high school.
Students wishing to apply should visit the community foundation’s scholarship portal at kcfoundation.org/scholarshipportal and fill out the 2025 merit-based scholarships.
BUSINESS MEETING Gary McDaniel, back center, president of the Hoosier Lake Radio Club, presides over the August business meeting. The Hoosier Lakes Radio Club provides assistance at a number of events. They will be assisting an amateur radio club during the Chicago marathon in October.
LILLY SCHOLARS — The Kosciusko County Community Foundation presented the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship to two Wawasee High School seniors during a ceremony at the school in December 2023. Pictured from left are WHS Principal Geoff Walmer, recipient Allison Clark, recipient Grant Krull, KCCF CEO Stephanie Overbey, and Wawasee Superintendent Steven Troyer. Photo provided.
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Editor’s Note: The Good Neighbors column is for people looking for hard-to-find or old items or for people seeking advice, not for items you can find in a local store or sell through the help of a classified ad. This column will now run every other week.
Shelf unit/dishes
Good neighbors: I have a free-standing shelf unit for the garage and a set of dishes. If interested, call (574) 275-3490.
Electric lift recliner
Good neighbors: I have a large electric lift recliner, which helps you stand up. If interested, call (574) 518-4979.
New questions
Pampered Chef grill stone — Does anyone have a Pampered Chef Rock Crock Grill Stone they would like to get rid of? Call (574) 780-1707 or email rfs6643 @gmail.com.
Chest freezer — I am looking for a good, used chest freezer any good neighbor might be willing to
give. Maybe around 24 cubic foot size and preferably in the Nappanee, Wakarusa or Goshen area. Call (574) 345-1028.
Roll-top desk — Looking for a roll- top desk. Call (574) 223-3532.
Nintendo Switch games — Does anyone have any Nintendo Switch games you don’t want? Call (574) 642-0391.
Wheelchair — Hoosier Lakes Radio Club
K9CWD is looking for a free, large, folding wheelchair in good condition. We have a need for the chair to help some of our members who attend monthly meetings. Interested parties should contact me at (574) 376-0552. — Doug
Ryrie study Bible/greeting cards — I am looking for a Ryrie study Bible any good neighbor might have. Also, I’m looking for used or unused greeting cards, birthday, Valentine’s Day, thinking of you, Christmas, New Year’s, get well, spring, Easter, sympathy cards or other miscellaneous cards; old or new. The cards are for a school project. Will pick up. Call (574) 306-8527.
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Cardinal Services has received $50,000 in two grants from the K21 Health Foundation intended to improve the health outcomes of people with developmental/intellectual disabilities participating in its programs.
The two grants will help fund a pair of critical health initiatives at Cardinal Services: My25, and the Cardinal Services on-site clinic.
My25 is a subscription service for people with disabilities that provides menus, grocery lists and recipes customized to reverse health issues such as obesity and diabetes. Studies show that people with disabilities experience more than two times the mainstream rates of diabetes and obesity. Cardinal Executive Director Vickie Lootens said proper nutrition and education can help address these issues.
In 2014, when Cardinal first subscribed to My25’s general program, they saw improvement of BMI numbers at participating group homes. In addition, due to intentional and healthy shopping, grocery bills dropped by approximately 40%. Today, Cardinal subscribes to the My25 Choice program customized to the needs of participants. In the beginning, only 49% were at a healthy BMI. Now
85% of those using My25 are at or moving toward a healthy BMI. Cardinal will use $24,000 of the K21 award will enable Cardinal to provide the MY25 Choice program to all their residential settings in Kosciusko County. The remaining $26,000 in the award from K21 will go toward the third-year operations of Cardinal’s on-site clinic. Specifically, the funds will help cover the costs of the specially trained staff of medical professionals contracted through Rounding Providers.
For many people with a disability, seeing a healthcare provider can be a traumatic experience with long-lasting, negative effects. The on-site clinic allows people to be treated in a familiar environment by professionals specially trained to serve them. Historically, people with disabilities have not been encouraged to have the preventative screenings that neurotypical people are recommended to complete. The Cardinal team and the clinic staff continue to educate individuals and their families on the importance of these screenings and overall preventative healthcare.
Rich Haddad, president and CEO of K21 Health Foundation stated:
“Cardinal Services has been a critical organization to our community to service those with additional needs to live their healthiest lives. These two areas of nutritional improvement and specialized health care services were a great place that K21’s mission could impact those living in our county. We are excited about how both areas of focus will improve the health of the people Cardinal serves.”
In thanking K21 for their support, Lootens says by improving nutrition, access, detection, diagnosis, monitoring and intervention, Cardinal consumers with disabilities will enjoy better health outcomes and a better quality of life well into the future.
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Grandfather, grandson build nine-foot scrap metal scorpion sculpture
By MADISON HART Staff Writer
A local grandfather and grandson created a huge sculpture of a scorpion out of scrap metal.
Dale Custer, a 1969 Wawasee High School graduate and owner of Superior Landscape Products, Warsaw; and his 14-yearold grandson, Casen Custer, started building with scrap metal together two years ago, and have created smaller sculptures such as an owl, a flower and a dragonfly.
In December 2023, they started working on a project that would be their biggest yet — a scorpion that measures
9-feet 2-inches tall by 10-feet 2-inches long. A year prior, the pair made a prototype of a scorpion, but the final design would be 12 times larger.
The nine-foot tall scorpion took seven months to build. The process included sourcing the scrap from old excavating materials, cutting, welding and more. Casen wanted to learn to weld, and he did most of the welding.
They used the chain from a 100,000-pound excavator to make the body of the scorpion. Sprockets were repurposed for the pincers. The eyes were made out of grinding wheels. For the scorpion’s legs, the Custers used the re-rod from the bridge
that crossed Tippecanoe River behind the Warsaw Racquet Club. Superior Landscaping recycled the old concrete from the bridge when it was rebuilt, and Dale and Casen found a creative use for the scrap.
It was tricky to work with the materials because they were so heavy. They had to use levers and lifts to get the body off the ground. Then they had to ensure every piece of the chain was welded so it was immobile.
The final sculpture weighed 1,900 pounds.
The Custers haven’t made up their mind if the scorpion is for sale. They said they would be sad to to part with it because of all the time they put into it.
Kosciusko Shrine Turkey Shoot Committee recognizes donors
On Wednesday, Aug. 7, the Shrine Turkey Shoot Committee recognized Curt Ebersole and Don Wallen of Two Bear Arms with a “100 Million Dollar” award. Two Bear Arms has contributed more than $1,100 in firearms, specifically the youth .410 shotguns, awarded to children 12 and younger at the annual Shrine Club Turkey Shoot.
Mike Wilson of McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels also was recognized for his contributions of Henry Rifle raffle guns in the past several years.
The annual Turkey Shoot will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, and Sunday, Sept. 15, at Beeson’s Gun Club in Etna Green. The event will feature raffles, a large si-
lent auction with items donated by local merchants, cash prizes, food, fun and fellowship. The public is invited to attend and assist the Mizpah Shrine Temple and Kosciusko County Shrine Club’s philanthropic mission to benefit the Shrine Children’s Hospital and support the Shrine motto: “No one stands so tall as when they stoop to help a child.”
SCRAP METAL SCORPION Dale Custer, left, and grandson Casen Custer, built a 9-foot 2-inch tall by 10-foot 2-inch long scorpion made from scrap metal. The grandfather and grandson bonded over building the huge sculpture. Photo by Madison Hart.
Annual Nappanee Apple Festival returns Sept. 19-22
Nappanee’s annual Apple Festival, one of Indiana’s premier fall festivals, will take place Sept. 1922, continuing a beloved tradition which began in 1975 as a humble, one-block celebration.
Today, this charming community of 7,000 residents warmly welcomes over 100,000 visitors to a fantastic three-and-a-half-day event, offering authentic Hoosier hospitality, free parking and convenient shuttle rides throughout the weekend, making it an ideal family-friendly experience for all to enjoy.
The Nappanee Apple Festival has earned top honors in Indiana, being named the No. 1 fall festival in the state in 2013 and 2016 for its show-stopping 7-foot apple pie, a legendary signature food item, which draws visitors from across the U.S. This gigantic pie is sliced into over 800 pieces, satisfying the annual cravings of festival-goers, who flock to Nappanee to indulge in a taste of this beloved tradition.
The festival offers a diverse range of activities and entertainment, featuring three stages of performances, over 150 exhibitors, thrilling carnival rides and a Saturday morning parade at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 21, highlighted by a signature military aircraft flyover.
Other exciting events include: the Miss Apple Blossom scholarship pageant, Power From the Past Antique Tractor and Engine Show, cornhole tournament, Great Apple Grill Off, Donut Dash 5K Run/Walk, “Napple” baking contest, garden tractor pull, pedal pull contests for kids and adults, Wings and Wheels show at the Nappanee Airport, and mouth-watering apple peeling and pie-eating contests, all amidst a welcoming atmosphere.
There will also be a convenient baby changing and nursing mother’s station downtown, ensuring a comfortable experience for all attendees.
Experience the thrill of WeFlip Entertainment, the headlining act, performing in the Nappanee Public Library parking lot throughout the weekend. Be amazed by their death-defying acrobatic feats, in-
cluding jugglers, jump rope artists, and heart-stopping balancing acts, which will leave you on the edge of your seat.
The two additional stages will feature a diverse lineup of musical acts, covering a wide range of genres including rock and roll, classic rock, folk, bluegrass, country, gospel and variety shows, ensuring something for every musical taste.
Family-friendly entertainment also takes center stage, with performances by comedy juggler and ventriloquist Mike Hemmelgarn, Silly Safaris’ interactive animal shows, and the engaging Granpa Crachet Kids Show and Puppets, all set to delight kids and adults alike with their lively and entertaining acts.
Indulge in a delicious array of apple treats during the festival or take some home to savor later, including classic favorites like apple pie, crispy fritters, tender dumplings, flaky turnovers, sweet fry pies, freshly-baked bread, tangy applesauce, refreshing cider and creamy butter — all made with love and a hint of autumn magic.
The Nappanee Apple Festival is a quintessential hometown celebration, which will capture your heart and leave you eagerly anticipating next year’s event.
To plan your visit and make the most of the experience, check out the comprehensive list of entertainment, events, and map available for download at nappaneeapplefestival.org or in the 2024 Nappanee Apple Festival brochure, and get ready to create unforgettable memories in this charming Indiana town.
The 48th annual Nappanee Apple Festival, one of Indiana’s premier events, is made possible through the generous financial support of local and area businesses, city of Nappanee employees, the Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce, and a dedicated team of volunteers.
Stay up-to-date on the latest festival news and behind-the-scenes peeks by connecting on social media at @napplefest on Facebook and Instagram.
Pictured from left are Detective Nik Havert, Sergeant Casey Livengood, Detective Chris Waddell, Officer Justin Lentz, and Sarber. Photo provided by the Nappanee Police Department.
THIN RED LINE Tommy Sarber of Papa’s Woodworking in Goshen also donated this wooden flag to the Nappanee Fire Department, representing the “Thin Red Line” associated with firefighters.
Pictured from left are Tye Chupp, Sarber, Alec Chapman, Sean Manges, Don Lehman, Wesley Coulter, Arron Barker and Monte Flowers. Photo provided by the Nappanee Fire Department.
Annual pet parade in Wakarusa
Don’t miss out. Save the date for the Wakarusa Chamber of Commerce’s annual pet parade, happening Saturday, Sept. 14,
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in downtown Wakarusa. On-site registration begins at 10 a.m. at Doc’s Pavilion, 116 W. Waterford St., with the parade beginning
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at 11 a.m.
Dress up yourself and your pet and join a day of fun, prizes and delicious food from various vendors.
There are three classes, depending on the size of your pet. Prizes will be awarded for “Best of Class,” “Best Theme” and “Most Unique.”
Registration also is available online by visiting the Wakarusa Chamber’s Facebook page, where you can find a link to secure a spot in the parade. For further information, email chamber@wakarusachamber.com.
Home-school art classes available in Nappanee
Registration is now open for home- school students to participate in art classes at the Nappanee Arts Center this fall. Classes begin on either Sept. 3 or 4. Participants can choose to attend on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays for either a unit or the entire school year.
Classes for kindergarten through third grade are from 9-10 a.m.; fourth through seventh grade, 10:30 a.m. to noon; and eighth through 12th grade, 12:302:30 p.m.
For more information or to register, contact Shaw at jennygshaw@ gmail.com, or call the NAC at (574) 354-2477. Registration closes Monday, Aug. 26.
The NAC is located at 253 W. Market St., Nappanee.
The first semester schedule will feature 3-D art, “robots and rubbish,” as well as 2-D art, “paints, patterns and prints.” The classes are led by retired art teachers, Jenny Shaw and Linda Daumen.
THIN BLUE LINE This wooden flag was recently donated to the Nappanee Police Department by Tommy Sarber of Papa’s Woodworking in Goshen. The flag represents “The Thin Blue Line,” a common phrase associated with police service.
DONATION FROM GOLF OUTING Proceeds from the Young Republication Golf Outing was recently presented to the Animal Welfare League.
from left are John Lantz, AWL board president; Scott
executive director; Mikie Crate, Young Republican vice chair; and Joe Sobek, Young Republican chairman. Not shown is Shawn Brown, Young Republican treasurer.
Photo provided by the Animal Welfare League.
Young Republicans golf outing raises $2,500 for Animal Welfare League
The Kosciusko Young Republicans organization recently held its fundraising golf outing to benefit the Animal Welfare League shelter pets. The outing raised $2,500 for the shelter.
The second annual event was held at Stonehenge Golf Course with a luncheon for all the participants.
“We hope to bring more awareness to how important is to “adopt and not shop” for pets. When you adopt from the Animal Welfare League, your pet will already have had all vaccines, spay/neuter, microchipped, flea and tick, and any other necessary healthcare” said Vice-Chair Mikie Crate “There are so many wonderful animals looking for their forever homes in our AWL shelter. Our club looks forward to working with AWL for future events!”
Right now, the Animal Welfare League has 453 pets in their care, including fosters. If you do not want to adopt, bring in family, friends or co-workers to socialize cats and walk dogs. All these shel-
ter pets deserve to have human interaction.
“We are so appreciating the Young Republicans’ $2,500 donation for the send year in a row. It’s donations like this that help us to provide the necessary care for these homeless pets” said AWL Executive Director Tonya Blanchard “Once again, it is that time of year when our shelter continues to have record breaking numbers. Last week we had 453 pets in our care including fosters. Our passionate staff keeps going because these pets absolutely need us.”
“It is another challenging year financially for AWL with the record numbers of pets in our care” said AWL Board President John Lantz “AWL continues to take in 40% more pets than are adopted. We very much appreciate the Kosciusko Young Republicans using their golf outing to support these shelter pets in our care. Thank you so very much!”
Donations can be made to AWL at awlwarsaw.com or mail your checks to: Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County, 1048 S. 325 E., Pierceton, IN 46562.
Milford Food Bank hosting BBQ fundraiser
The Milford Food Bank is hosting a barbecue fundraiser from noon until sold out Saturday, Aug. 24, at the Milford Food Bank, 111 S. James St., Milford.
Harry’s Tap and Grill is teaming up with the Syracuse Eagles
BBQ for the fundraiser.
The cost is $8 for a half-pound pork sandwich with chips, $9 for half a chicken, and $11 for a half rack of ribs.
Proceeds will benefit the Milford Food Bank.
River-friendly farmer honored during the state fair
Thomas Parker of Kosciusko County was one of over 40 Indiana farmers who were recognized for their outstanding conservation practices which protect the state’s waterways.
The Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts hosted this annual event, celebrating farmers who have implemented best management practices, like cover crops and filter
strips. These methods improve soil health and prevent erosion, safeguarding Indiana’s streams, rivers and lakes.
The River Friendly Farmer Award program, sponsored by Indiana Farm Bureau, The Nature Conservancy and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, is held during the Indiana State Fair. This year’s awardees join over 1,100 farmers who have been
honored since the program’s inception in 2000.
Farmers and their families enjoyed a day at the fair, including a complimentary lunch provided by Indiana Pork, the American Dairy Association of Indiana and the Indiana Beef Cattle Association.
Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch addressed the recipients, expressing gratitude for their contributions to the state’s high quality of life.
Piggy Possibilities Fund started at KCCF
A new fund was recently established at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation to provide support for charitable projects, programs and activities that benefit children in Kosciusko County. The new fund, Piggy Possibilities, will teach kids about giving and to help kids to help kids.
“I am so excited to get this program off the ground,” said Deeana Marshall, fund founder. “Teaching the younger generation to save, while helping others, is so important today. With Piggy Possibilities, kids donate, kids recommend how grant dollars are spent, and kids benefit from the grant dollars,” she said.
Once the money is raised to officially launch the program in the community, elementary schoolchildren in Kosciusko County will
be invited to pick up a piggy bank from a community partner or their local school. The money collected can be returned to the Community Foundation where the youth philanthropy program, KEYS, will
Harry’s Tap & Grill is teaming up with Syracuse Eagles for a
recommend grants from the funds raised to benefit our youth.
To donate to the fund, visit kcfoundation.org/donors/donate-now/?fund=piggy-possibilities.
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Clay, Young Republican secretary; Tonya Blanchard, AWL
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Amanda Detweiler Excellent Seamstress
Amanda Detweiler, 96, Wakarusa, passed away Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, at The Waters of Wakarusa.
She was born Aug. 1, 1928, in Kosciusko County to Levi and Lydiann (Hochstetler) Detweiler.
She is survived by a sister, Barbara (Wayne) Harter of Wakarusa; brother, Eli (Sue) Detweiler of Wakarusa; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents; brother, Joe Detweiler; and sister, Salina Kauffman.
Amanda was a member of the Salem Mennonite Church, New Paris, for 69 years. She loved the Lord and her church community. She will be remembered for being an excellent seamstress, her cooking that she enjoyed sharing with others and her love for cats. She would feed the stray cats and take them to the vet to have them spayed and neutered. She retired from Goshen Rubber after 33 years.
Visitation was from 9:30-11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m., at Salem Mennonite Church, 23984 CR 46, New Paris. Home Ministry officiated. Burial followed at Union Center Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be directed to Salem Mennonite Church or World Missionary Press, P.O. Box 120, New Paris, IN 46553-0120.
Online condolences can be submitted through the funeral home website, rrefh.com.
Arlene E. Arnold
Arlene E. (Hewitt) Arnold, 96, Uniondale, formerly of Goshen, died Aug. 10, 2024.
She was born Sept. 19, 1927. On June 12, 1948, she married Pastor Venus J. Arnold, who preceded her in death.
Surviving are her children, Terry Arnold, Baker, Mont., Joyce M. Leinbach, Uniondale, and Daniel Arnold, Union, Mich.; 10 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; 22 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services were held Aug. 17 at New Paris Missionary Church. Burial was in South Union Cemetery. Reith Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.
Sharon Lee Banks
Sharon Lee Banks, 70, Warsaw, died Aug. 4, 2024.
She was born Oct. 26, 1953. On Oct. 26, 1985, she married Jerry W. Banks, who preceded her in death in 2013.
Surviving are her siblings, Robert Boroff, Gladwin, Mich., Shirley Summers, Aurora, Ill., Mary Alley and Lea Ann Flenar, both of Warsaw; and several nieces and nephews.
A private graveside service was held at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.
Carol Ann Bartley
Carol Ann Bartley, 59, Warsaw, died Aug. 14, 2024.
She was born Nov. 15, 1964. On Jan. 9, 1988, she married Kevin Allen Bartley; he survives.
She is also survived by her mother, Judy Shumaker, Warsaw; brother, Rex Shumaker, Warsaw; sisters, Shelly Gilley, Etna Green, Melissa Long, New Haven, and Sherry Eckert, Columbia City; and several nieces and nephews.
A private graveside service was held at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.
Elmer D. Charles
Elmer D. Charles, 86, Ligonier, died Aug. 14, 2024.
He was born Aug. 2, 1938. On Feb. 27, 1976, he marries Rosemary Taulbee. She preceded him in death April 1, 2019.
He is survived by a son, Elmer Defroy Charles Jr., Michigan City; daughters, Rosie Compton, Rochester, Wilma Grant, Elkhart, Sara Macias and Angel Charles, Ligonier, and Rosamarie Charles; a sister, Gertrude Kinslow, Ligonier; 36 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
Services were held Aug. 17 at the Church of the Stone, Wolcottville. Burial was in Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier.
Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier, was in charge of arrangements.
Keenan Price Creightney
Keenan Price Creightney, 26, Warsaw, died Aug. 8, 2024.
He was born June 26, 1998.
Surviving are his parents, Stephanie and Bruce Adams, Warsaw; father, Mark Creightney, Etna Green; siblings, Hunter Pacely, Jasmine Adams, Brianna Adams, LaShawn Adams, Lashon Creightney, Quentin Creightney and Vanessa Creightney; maternal grandmother, Josephine Perkins Wilson; his life partner, Katie Prater; many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; and his best friend, Kobe (his dog).
Services were held Aug. 13 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.
Debra Sue Davis
Debra “Debbie” Sue Davis, 69, Syracuse, died at 11:11 a.m. Aug. 10, 2024.
She was born Sept. 17, 1954. On March 11, 1989, she married Bruce L. Davis, who preceded her in death Feb. 1, 2014. On Sept. 28, 2021, she married James Goodwin; he survives.
She is also survived by a daughter, Angie Waddell, Millersburg; stepdaughter, Kathi Stephenson, Merrillville; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings, Linda Adkins, Marcia Krebs and Rita L. Michaels.
Services were held Aug. 16 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Benton Lutheran Cemetery.
John Theodore Grable
John Theodore Grable, 88, Columbia City, died at 5:12 a.m. Aug. 9, 2024.
He was born July 9, 1936. On April 26, 1980, he married Gail Cox, who preceded him in death July 7, 2000. In 2004, he married Flossie Baron; she survives.
Also surviving are his children, Lee Grable, Fort Wayne, Timothy Grable, Columbia City, Steve Grable, Tri-Lakes, and June James, Auburn; stepchildren, William McKenzie, North Manchester, Donna Medley, Liberty Mills, Norma Jean Barker, North Manchester, Kathy Nunemaker, Huntington, and Cindy Howard, Indiana; many grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and sisters, Julia Holbrook, Warsaw, and Nora Gray, Columbia City.
Services were held Aug. 13 at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. Burial was in Thorn Cemetery, Ormas.
Frederick Graff
Frederick “Marty” Graff, 83, Nappanee, died Aug. 9, 2024.
He was born April 1, 1940. On June 6, 1963, he married Donna Hastings Graff; she survives.
He is also survived by a daughter, Melissa Chupp, Nappanee; a son, Matthew Graff, Watervliet, Mich.; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law; and three nieces.
The family is grieving privately and no services will be held.
Betty Jean Grawcock
Betty Jean Grawcock, 72, Ligonier, died Aug. 12, 2024.
She was born Aug. 2, 1952. On July 28, 1973, she married John Grawcock; he survives.
She is also survived by her mother, Mary Craib, Fort Wayne; son, Matthew A. Grawcock, Ligonier; siblings, Allen Craib, Fort Wayne, Nora Braun, Spokane, Wash., Deanna Smith, Santa Monica, Calif., John Cornell, Eddy, Texas, Katy Fluitt, Arroyo Grande, Calif., and David Cornell, Auburn; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South, Ligonier. A private burial will take place at a later date at Cedar Creek Cemetery, Garrett. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Tony Lynn Greuter
Tony Lynn Greuter, 52, Anderson, died July 28, 2024.
He was born Jan. 11, 1972. He married Mary (Cox) Greuter on Sept. 11, 2009; she survives.
He is also survived by a son, Trevor R. Greuter, Anderson; his mother, Gloria Maple, Syracuse; his father, Floyd Ellert, Auburn; and a sister, Brenda Russell, Syracuse.
A celebration of life was held Aug. 17 at Eastview Church of the Nazarene in Anderson.
Larry L. Harman
Larry L. Harman, 76, Elkhart, died Aug. 11, 2024.
He was born Dec. 20, 1947.
He is survived by his wife, Cynthia (Manuel); daughters, Melinda Olson, Greenwood, and Angeline Beres, Elkhart; five grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and siblings, Gail Harman, Nappanee, and Sonya Nash, Granger.
Services were held Aug. 17 at Goshen Christian Church. According to his wishes, his body was cremated after the service. A celebration of life will be held
at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, at Goshen Christian Church. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.
Rebecca J. Harris
Rebecca J. Harris, 69, Leesburg, died Aug. 16, 2024.
Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.
Mary Hochstetler
Mary (Campbell) Hochstetler, Warsaw, died July 15, 2024.
She was born Sept. 25, 1933.
Surviving are sons, Ronald Hochstetler and Gerald Hochstetler; daughters, Lisa Bratton and Rena Bratton; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a nephew.
Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.
Andrew Jeffery Horn
Andrew Jeffery Horn, 56, Warsaw, died Aug. 11, 2024.
He was born June 3, 1968.
He is survived by his mother, Linda Wolfe, Warsaw; sons, Drew Horn, Warsaw, Alex Horn, New Paris, and Payne Horn; and four grandchildren.
His life will be celebrated privately by his family. Burial will be at a later date in Mentone Cemetery. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.
Michael Lyle Hoyt
Michael Lyle Hoyt, 79, rural Mentone, died at 9:05 a.m. Aug. 15, 2024.
He was born April 11, 1945. On March 1, 1969, he married Diana Patterson; she survives.
Also surviving are his children, Jeff Hoyt, Winona Lake, and Jennifer Fields, Charlestown; four grandchildren; and siblings, Sharie Johnson, Syracuse, and Jim Hoyt, Fredericksburg, Texas.
Services were held Aug. 19 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Interment took place in Sycamore Cemetery, rural Mentone.
Jean Ann Klutz
Jean Ann Klutz, 78, died Aug. 13, 2024.
She was born Dec. 30, 1945. On Oct. 17, 1964, she married Carl E. Klutz. He preceded her in death May 19, 2004.
She is survived by a son, Michael W. Klutz, Surfside Beach, S.C.; daughter, Debby Barrett, Liberty Mills; brother, Roger Parker, North Manchester; sister, Linda Parker, North Manchester; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and her church family.
Services were held Aug. 17 at Liberty Mills Church of the Brethren. Burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.
Cathy Lynn Luther
Cathy Lynn Luther, 54, South Whitley, died Aug. 9, 2024.
She was born July 14, 1970. On June 16, 1993, she married Richard “Rick” Bennett Luther. He preceded her in death Sept. 11, 2023.
She is survived by her mother, Mary Bell Overbey, Claypool; brother, Jamie Overbey, Silver Lake; sister, Patty Lyons, Bourbon; mother-in-law, Peggy J. Continued on page 9
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Wakarusa, are the parents of a daughter, Lindsy Erin, born at 9:44 a.m. Aug. 12, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 18 1/4 inches long.
Jennifer Ruth Helmuth Simon and Rosemary Helmuth, Milford, are
Florence
Deana (Borkholder) Yoder, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Florence Ellie, born at 2:21 a.m. Aug. 14, 2024. She weighed 8 pounds.
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Miller DeWayne
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the parents of a daughter, Jennifer Ruth, born at 5:02 p.m. Aug. 13, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Ellie Yoder Norman and
Hartman, Peru; sisters-in-law, Arlene Luther Miller, Edwardsville, Ill., and Amanda Luther Holmer, Indianapolis; brother-in-law, Arlie Hartman, Indianapolis; and several nieces and nephews.
Services were held Aug. 13 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in South Whitley Cemetery.
Philip Magner III
Philip “Grant” Magner III, 77, Leesburg, died Aug. 3, 2024.
He was born May 29, 1947.
He is survived by his wife, Annette Jay Magner; son, Philip Grant Magner IV; two granddaughters; stepchildren, Mary Anne Huntley, Linda Marie Lake, Jessica Dunkel, Nathan Dunkel and Jordan Dunkel; siblings, David, Stephan and Marjorie Magner Clark; and six nieces and nephews.
In accordance with his wishes, no calling or public services will be held. A private family celebration of life will take place at a future date. Heritage Funeral and Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.
Joan E. Majewski
Joan E. Majewski, 79, Warsaw, died Aug. 12, 2024.
She was born Dec. 8, 1944.
She is survived by a niece and a nephew.
A mass of Christian burial was held Aug. 16 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Warsaw. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.
Shirley McNees
Shirley McNees, 64, Warsaw, died Aug. 13, 2024.
The family is grieving private and no public service is planned. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.
Aaron E. Miller
Aaron E. Miller, 52, Nappanee, died at 8:13 p.m. Aug. 8, 2024.
He was born March 29, 1972. On Sept. 7, 1995, he married Elaine Joy
Schmucker; she survives. Also surviving are his children, Lynn Dale Miller, Nappanee, James Aaron Miller, Bremen, Christopher Allen Miller, Plymouth, Dewayne Edward Miller, Wakarusa, Cheryl Renee Borkholder, Nappanee, and Joshua Luke Miller, Michelle Diane Miller, Virgil Dean Miller, Vonda Jean Miller and Anthony Jon Miller, all at home; four grandchildren; and siblings, Ruth Ann Miller, Lloyd E. Miller, Frieda Mae Miller, Jacob Lynn Miller, Ray Miller and Ernest Jay Miller, all of Etna Green, Kathryn Sue Miller, Irvin Dean Miller and Edward Miller Jr., all of Nappanee, and Allen Lee Miller, Plymouth.
Services were held Aug. 12 at the family residence in Nappanee. Burial was in Graber Cemetery.
Mark Anthony Miller
Mark Anthony Miller, 48, died July 7, 2024.
He was born April 2, 1976.
He is survived by his daughter, Alivia Bucher, Akron; biological father, Mark Leroy Westafer, Claypool; sisters, Cara Amelio, Syracuse, Angie Westafer, Fort Wayne, and Mysti Welch, Wabash; brothers, Justin Miller, Wilmington, N.C., Steve Westafer, Larwill, and Dustin Westafer, Fort Wayne; bonus son, Logan Robinson; godson, Mark McNeely; and his bonus family.
A celebration of life will be held from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at the Scout Hall, 108 W. Seventh St., North Manchester. Burial will be private at Akron IOOF Cemetery. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.
John Dwayne Nichols
John Dwayne Nichols, 60, Fort Wayne, formerly of North Manchester, died Aug. 4, 2024.
He was born May 10, 1964.
He is survived by a daughter, Jada Rhodes, South Whitley; brother, Jerry Nichols, Jasper; five grandchildren; and three nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley St., North Man-
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Court News
Small Claims
The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Robert Watson v. Apple Inc., $700 General Audit Corp. v. Andrea L. Frame, $651.10; v. Richard M. Maroney, $971.75; v. Jamie D. Wallace, $871.02 Sherri Makinson v. Justin Hale, $1,935.36
Money Matters Professional Collections LLC v. Bennie Keyes, $1,052.82; v. Michael Mollett, $969.88; v. Cindy L. Mollett, $1,293.62; v. Nichole Ragsdale, $1,669.98; v. Ann-Marie Thompson, $4,381.84
Aegis Dental Group Warsaw PC v. Yoali Marin, $715 Yong Huang v. R&L Property Management, Aliscia Templeton, $9,785 Jessica Rocha v. Ian Rodden, $850 Vanderpool Law Firm PC v. Skyler Warren, $400
Civil Collections
The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: Discover Bank v. Mae Collier, $3,716.34; v. Alisha Hurd, $2,062.31
Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Katherine Connors, $757.74; v. Bennie Keyes, $1,466.94
Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Marina Garcia, $3,699.36; v. Paul Harley, $894.73; v. Jeremy Harter, $2,065.08; v. Austin Pearish, $1,031.93: v. Jason Ross, $1,600.94 Via Credit Union v. Shane W. Hallstrom, $9,359.82
First Financial Bank NA v. Elijah N. Hurley, $14,396.75
Denali Capital LLC v. Valinda Jones, $1,455.33; v. Samantha
chester. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.
Jody Nickerson
Jody “Joe” Nickerson, 50, Akron, died Aug. 14, 2024.
He was born Oct. 17, 1973. On March 26, 1995, he married Laura Culp; she survives.
Also surviving are his mother and stepfather, Cathy and Tom Moody, Milford; son, Austin Nickerson, Akron; daughter, Susan Nickerson, Indianapolis; brother, Shane Nickerson, Milford; sisters, Amy McFarland, Warsaw, and Tina Seabolt, Nappanee; father and mother-in-law, Lynn and Peggy Culp; and sisters-in-law, Leah Culp and Molly Crist.
Services were held Aug. 19 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, and Eel River Old German Baptist Brethren Church, Silver Lake. Burial was in Eel River Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery.
Marcella Ratliff
Marcella (Redman) Ratliff, 89, Fort Wayne, died Aug. 10, 2024.
She was born Sept. 23, 1934. She married Donald Redman, who preceded her in death. She later married Robert Stackhouse, who also preceded her in death. She then married James Ratliff; they parted ways before her passing.
Surviving are daughters, Lee Klingerman, Bourbon, and Amy Pearsall, Fort Wayne; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and sisters, Angeline, Evangeline and Janice.
A celebration of life will be held from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, 115 S. Main St., Bourbon. Burial will take place in Parks Memorial Cemetery, Bourbon.
Steven A. Richards
Steven A. Richards, 82, Ligonier, died Aug. 9, 2024.
He was born Aug. 8, 1942.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Richards, Ligonier; children, Rachel Richards and Andy Richards, both of
Knight, $1,300.11
Cavalry SPV I, LLC, as assignee of Capital One NA v. JD Longanecker, $7,345.38
CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Shilah Morris, John Wagoner, $12,947.20 Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Branden S. Stillwell, $9,795.10
Gateway Financial Solutions v. Bart J. Stouder, $20,423.38; v. Juan Tepo, $8,655.37
Velocity Investments LLC v. Robert Vickery, $3,199.41 LVNV Funding LLC v. Jeffrey Watkins, $1,127 TD Bank USA NA v. Nicole Wise-
Arizona, and Lance Richards, Indiana; stepchildren, Brad Blosser, Bill Emanuel and Sherry Miller, all of Indiana; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Cremation will take place at Yoder-Culp Crematory. A graveside memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at West Goshen Cemetery.
Lois Marie Schrock
Lois Marie Schrock, 88, Goshen, died at 2:12 a.m. Aug. 13, 2024. She was born June 26, 1936. On March 30, 1958, she married Herman Schrock. He preceded her in death June 15, 2017.
She is survived by a son, Kent Schrock, Goshen; daughter, Linda Eby, Goshen; four grandchildren; and brothers, Walt Weldy and Robert Weldy, both of Wakarusa.
Services were held Aug. 17 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa. Burial was in Yellow Creek Cemetery.
Marjorie I. Schutz
Marjorie I. Schutz, 94, Bremen, died at 7:22 a.m. Aug. 14, 2024. She was born Sept. 6, 1929. On June 22, 1948, she married John W. Schutz. He preceded her in death July 4, 2013.
Surviving are daughters, Mary Sue Newcomer, Nappanee, Barbara Ann Lewis and Christina Kay Pearish, both of Bremen; eight grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
A mass of Christian burial was held Aug. 17 at St. Dominic Catholic Church, Bremen. Burial was in Bremen Cemetery.
Patricia Shriver
Patricia Shriver, 86, Syracuse, died Aug. 15, 2024.
Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.
Carmen Sipes
Carmen Sipes, 82, Syracuse, died Aug. 14, 2024.
man, $1,812.06
Evictions
The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Rose Berger v. Donna Carr, Richard Carr, $10,000 Sherri Makinson v. Melissa Paxton, $6,337.14
Plenaries
The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I, Judge Karin McGrath presiding: Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Jose and Victorina Hernandez, $10,000
Civil Torts
The following civil torts have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: State of Indiana, ex rel. Indiana Department of Transportation v. Flint Investments LLC, $9,210.63 Northern Indiana Public Service Co. v. Nicole M. Morrison, $9,210.63 and $7,668.66
She was born March 7, 1942. She is survived by a daughter, Denna Miller, Willits, Calif.; son, Lance German, Leesburg; five grandchildren; one great-grandson; and a sister, Eleanor Wisehart, Alexandria. Services were held Aug. 19 at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse. Burial was in Milford Cemetery.
Donald E. Stewart
Donald E. Stewart, 88, Syracuse, died Aug. 12, 2024.
He was born Oct. 18, 1935. On Jan. 1, 1960, he married Patricia “Pat” Gebhardt. She preceded him in death Sept. 24, 2016.
He is survived by a daughter, Kathy Stewart, Tennessee; son, Brian Stewart, Montana; four grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.
Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis. Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse is in charge of arrangements.
Barbara Sutton
Barbara Sutton, 78, Warsaw, died Aug. 9, 2024.
She was born Sept. 25, 1945. On Aug. 19, 1967, she married Thomas Sutton; he survives.
Also surviving are daughters, Doctor Michelle Estep and RN Kristine McGuire; three granddaughters; and three great-grandchildren.
The family is grieving privately and no services will be held. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.
Beth Warren
Beth “Elaine” Warren, 71, Warsaw, died at 7:20 p.m. Aug. 13, 2024.
She was born Sept. 14, 1952. She married Larry Kenneth Koser, who preceded her in death.
She is survived by a son,James Koser, Warsaw; “adopted” daughter, Rhonda Gibson, Warsaw; and brother, Jay Outcelt, Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.
Superior Court III
The following fines for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:
Speeding — Xavier W. Russell, Winona Lake, $164.50; Mikala N. Miller, Nappanee, $164.50; Xia X. Carmona, Warsaw, $164.50; Sara B. Fuller, Milford, $164.50.
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Sisterhood In Faith hosts bus trip to Michigan
Atwood Otterbein Church women’s group, Sisterhood in Faith, hosted a bus trip to Saugatuck, Mich., Thursday, Aug. 8 for members of its congregation and friends. This is an annual event for the organization. The one-day trip featured an exciting ride on the dune buggies, followed by lunch in the town’s downtown center. After
lunch and shopping, the 36-member group boarded the Star of Saugatuck II sternwheeler for a cruise on the Kalamazoo River and Lake Michigan.
Sisterhood in Faith just completed volunteering for the church’s vacation Bible school, Camp Firelight.
Other group activities during the year include hosting the Easter
egg hunt and a trick-or-treat event, serving a meal for the church’s annual Heritage Sunday, a mother/ daughter brunch, and a fall fun party, among many other activities.
Pastor David Banning honors the women at a special Sunday service in June each year where he celebrates and praises God for the gifts women bring to all levels of the
church.
Sisterhood in Faith meets the first Wednesday of each month in the church’s fellowship hall at 1 p.m.
Current officers are: Jane Schroeder, president; Sheri McKee, vice president; Marj Harmon and Lily Miller, secretaries; and Genyce DiRico and Aimee Ross, treasurers.
National water skiing event makes waves in Warsaw
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By NATHAN PACE Staff Writer
A national water ski competition made its way to Warsaw Friday, Aug. 9 through Sunday, Aug. 11. An estimated 5,000 plus people have made the journey to Hidden Lake in Warsaw for the 49th Indmar Division I Show Ski National Championships.
The Lake City Skiers, Indiana’s only competitive water ski team, served as tournament hosts. Steve Hawblitzel is one of the founders for the club.
“What I like about this event and Lake City Skiers, and this event as a whole, is the family atmosphere,” Hawblitzel said. “If you look around, there are not a lot of us who are single individuals. It’s a lot of fathers pulling their children skiing, or I’m skiing next to my children. It’s good wholesome family entertainment. It’s been good for this community for over 30- plus years.”
Individual skiers traveled from as far as Florida and Maine with teams originating from all over the Midwest region.
A total of 73 skiers participated as individuals on Friday and 12 teams entered the event on Saturday and Sunday. Some teams have as many as 200 people who put on their show for up to an hour. Each
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Shown are some of the acrobatic stunts at the 49th Indmar Division I Show Ski National Championships.
team is given 20 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to clear the lake after the show is done.
The national competition was scheduled to be at Rockford, Ill., but rainfall had made that location unsafe.
Lake City Skiers had just one week to prepare to host a regional competition in July and three weeks to get set for the national event.
“We were the backup; we stepped up with minimal notice. Usually, we have a good year to year and half to prep for an event for this magni-
tude,” Hawblitzel said.
Some of the aspects that make Hidden Lake an ideal location for water skiing events is proximity to highways, and it being a private lake with no current from a river or stream.
“It’s easy to get to from all kinds of directions,” Hawblitzel said. “This lake specifically, being a pri-
vate lake, we can control the entire environment. We don’t have to worry about other private boat traffic. We have all of all safety protocols in place. It’s a nice controlled setup for us. The lake is always smooth.”
On Monday, Aug. 12, Team USA used the lake for practice. Hawblitzel said the lake and Warsaw are being considered to host a world
championship for water skiing in 2027.
“You can see the thousands of people; the economic impact for Kosciusko County is really huge. Everybody has been glad to come here to Warsaw, Indiana,” Hawkblitzel said. “It has been a drive for some folks, but it has just been an excellent site to be at.”
PYRAMID POWER — The Aquanuts team make a pyramid on Hidden Lake in Warsaw for the 49th Indmar Division I Show Ski National Championships.