Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 112, Number 28, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 20 July 1994 — Page 2

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Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, July 20, 1994

Building a better community Foundation based on faith

By Merrie Chapman Staff Writer Freemon Borkholder is a man of great strength and wisdom. The success of his giant corporation, its expansion and his continious adjustments to life’s changes, are testimony to his inner stability. ; His most recent crisis came unexpectedly last November 11, while jfeinting the roof of a building he had purchased in Wakarusa. 'Tve been on thousands of roofs jn r my lifetime, but this time I s4pped,” says Borkholder, who fell through the structure’s ceiling. ' Suddenly, the independent entrepreneur who was often seen in the ; futniture factory before hours work- ■ Ing on his own projects, and who

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was not above doing odd jobs (like painting), was laying helplessly in a hospital. He was told that his spinal cord had been severed and that he was paralyzed from the bottom of his rib cage through his feet. Both lungs had been punctured. Impressing the doctors and medical staff, Freemon progressed rapidly. By New Year’s Day he was released to his family for one day, and they all celebrated a belated Christmas holiday. That same month he was again released, this time for two days. January 28, with his family by his side, Borkholder celebrated his homecoming and began physical therapy three days a week. He says

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the most difficult part of the whole ordeal was dealing with the loss of his independence-something he held very dear. But he says, “I’m happy to be alive.” Since that time Freemon continued his therapy every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning. He has developed his upper body muscles and can move easily in a wheelchair, which allows him to maneuver himself and participate in his business affairs. Following therapy this corporation leader heads back to Borkholder headquarters, US6 West, Nappanee, where an elevator and wider walkway have been added to accomodate him. On Tuesdays and Thursdays he works five to six hours. While they are not full work days, they are a great challenge to a man with physical limitations who lacks full lung capacity. While doctors do not expect Borkholder to walk again, he is not giving up hope. He believes in the power of prayer and miracles. Freemon knows that many family and friends pray every day for his health to be restored and he appreciates their fellowship. Borkholder is confident that he will experience total healing and walk again. But he says, “it may not be in this life on earth.” Freemon’s Christian faith has shaped his good character which leads his giant corporationincluding Borkholder Buildings, Dutch Village, Building Supply, Truss Manufacturers, American Vintage Furniture, and Country Furniture Store. The empire began in 1962 with Borkholder Buildings which grew rapidly to include 47 building crews and 25 salespeople. They serviced four states, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Illinois. With the growth, departments individualized and the Building Supply and Truss Manufacturer plants were recognized independently. Borkholder American Vintage Furniture manufacturing and the

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Country Store were started 12 years ago. And the corporation grew nationwide. Dutch Village followed five years later. It started with a large Auction House and expanded to include first an antique building, then two arts and crafts sections and finally a bakery. Currently, the Dutch Village has more dealers than ever before in both the antique and craft sections. Freemon’s accomplishments did not stop there. He continued to be a valued assett to the community. With the best interest of his neighbors in mind, Borkholder began plans to build the Heritage Medical Center which is currently finishing its first year of business. The business executive says he looks forward to working with medical center until it is fully staffed. The physically impaired entrepreneur says, “I feel very strong about staying in management,” and takes pride in remaining a strong and active part of his corporation. In accordance with his expansion plans, the truss plant will double its current size and add new equipment in the near future. He would also like to see the lumber yard and fumture factory grow. Personal goals that Freemon has set for himself include the future purchase of a customized van to allow him driving accessibility. He looks forward to the independence he will gain with an automobile at his disposal. With the help of the new van, Freemon hopes to attend a furniture show this October in High Point, North Carolina. Working toward recov-ery-overseeing both everyday business, as well as future expansions...and working with the Heritage Medical Center and other community-oriented projects...AU are very ambitious challenges individually. Together they are a pretty tall order. After having come this far, the future is still unwritten for this very determined man of strongcharacter. Comedy show comrn & %r Midwest Comedy Express and P.J.’s Sports Bar have joined forces in presenting a special night of laughs, featuring “The LES and Dad Dude-Unleashed” comedy show, Wednesday, July 20, 9p.m. “LES” has appeared at comedy clubs across the midwest, including Chicago, colleges and universities, corporate shows and the movie, “Prancer.” For ticket information, call 219-773-7077. PJ.’s is located at 1066 E. Lincoln Sl, Nappanee.

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A glimpse of Freemon Borkholder, local entrepreneur, devoted family man, and community leader, hard at work. Not even a serious accident resulting in paralysis can slow him down. See related article for more about the life of this fascinating man. (AN photo by Merrie Chapman)

NPD make three arrests involving drug trafficking

The Elkhart County Drug Task Force and the Nappanee City Police Department brought several months of investigation to an end last week with two arrests. Joanne M. Bennett, 36, Country Side Estates Lot 31, Wakarusa, was arrested,July 15,in the parking lot of a Nappanee buisness on charges alleging delivery of marijuana over 30 grams, a class D felony. Antoniette M. Holt, 24, 65625 CR3, Wakarusa, was also arrested for the same charges. Bennett and Holt were arrested after delivering approximately onequarter round of a high grade marijuana to undercover police officers of the Elkhart County Drug Task Force. The marijuana had a street value of SBOO. Monies for this investigation into marijuana trafficking organization

DWI leads to two arrests

Two people were arrested for operating while intoxicated during the early morning hours of July 16. Rodney Rose. 22, Bremen, was arrested for operating while intoxicated and refusal after an off-duty officer observed him driving erratically near the west side of town. Officers were summoned to the area and Rose was arrested after failing a field sobriety test The second arrest, also for OWI, was coupled with an auto accident in the 800 block of East John Street. Cynthia Slater, 9 Meadows Lane, Nappanee, was arrested after she was found to have a Mood alcohol content of .24%. Both subjects have a court date, July 28, in the Nappanee City Court.

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DOMESTIC BATTERY July 10, Nappanee Police Officers were called to a domestic battery situation at 706 South Summit Street. Upon arrival, officers were met outside the residence by Eric Motley. He reported that he had been asleep when his wife struck him in the mouth, causing swelling and bleeding to his upper lip, as well as the loss of a tooth. Terry Motley, the wife, claimed self defense. There was no evidence of battery on Mrs. Motley but her husband had obvious injuries. Terry Motley was placed under arrest for domestic battery. She was released after signing a written promise to appear in Nappanee City Court Sponsor Chicago bus trip The Friends of the Nappanee Public Library are sponsoring a “Day Away” to Chicago, Saturday, September 10, to see “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Buses will leave the Nappanee Library at Ba.m., and arrive at Water Tower Place, downtown Chicago, by 11a.m.. Travelers will have two hours of free time to shop or have lunch. Buses will then transport theatre goers to the 2p.m., matinee performance of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” at the Chicago Theatre. The return trip will include a one-hour stop for dinner “on your own” with several restaurants from which to choose. Arrival in Nappanee is scheduled for approximately 8:30p.m.. Cost for the trip is SBO per person and includes transportation on a Cardinal Charter Coach and top-of-the-line seating for the performance. Plese call the library, 773-7919, for ticket reservations or for more information.

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