Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 125, Number 23, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 5 February 2004 — Page 2

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• Advance News • Thursday, February 5. 2004

Obituaries

Noble Edward Dougherty Feb. 1, 2004 NAPPANEE Noble Edward Dougherty,96, of 405 W. Lincoln St. in Nappanee, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2004 at 9:15 p.m. Dougherty was bom March 27, 1907 in Marshall County to Noah Dougherty and Laura Berger. He lived in the Nappanee/Bremen area his whole life. He married Fem Amelia Haney Oct. 4, 1930 in Bremen. She preceded him in death June 14, 1988. Dougherty was a 1925 graduate of Bremen High School and a retired farmer. Survivors include his son Paul (Mary Lou) Dougherty of Nappanee, grandchildren Sheila (Matt) Warren, Warsaw; Donna (Mike) Leatherman, Warsaw; John (Lorene) Dougherty, Nappanee; Greg (Abby) Dougherty, Coconut Creek, Fla. and Kathy (Rocky) Enfield, Elkhart. Also surviving are 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two daughters, Betty Irene Dougherty and Anna Lou Bibler, son Stanley Dougherty, great-granddaughter Annie Enfield, and sister Esther Dougherty. The funeral was at the Nappanee United Methodist Church Thursday, Feb. 5 at 10:30 a.m. Burial was at the Bremen Cemetery. Rev. David Harrold of Nappanee United Methodist Church officiated. Memorials may be sent to Gideons International or Elkhart General Hospice. Thompson-Lengacher & Voder Funeral Homes 773-3173 Winifred “Wendy” Kautz Jan. 25, 2004 GOSHEN Winifred “Wendy” Kautz, 46, passed away at 3:25 p.m. Jan. 25 at Goshen General Hospital. Bom Dec. 31, 1957 in Detroit, Mich, to John Malott Sr. and Barbara Smith, Kautz moved to Nappanee in 1995 from Tuscon, Ariz. She grew up in Columbia City. She married Steven Kautz in 1989 in Tuscon, Ariz. Kautz was a graduate of Columbia City High School and was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Steven; her son B. J. Kautz and daughter Angela Kautz, both at home; her step-son Christopher Kautz of Barbourville, Ky., step-daughter Eveyln Kautz of Elkhart and three step- grandchildren. She is also survived by her mother Barbara (Richard) Smith of Columbia City, brother John Malott of Columbia City, Step-brothers Steve Malott, Butch (Elaine) Malott, both of Tuscon, Ariz., and Tom Smith of Columbia City; step-sisters Julie Malott, Robin Malott, Marilyn Malott, all of Tuscon, Ariz., and Tammy Smith of Ft. Wayne. Burial took place at South Union Cemetery. Rev. Steve Holmes of Pillar of Fire Church performed services. Memorials may be sent to Wendy Kautz Memorial Fund. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Homes (574)773-3173 Police Report

Suspect: Steven J. Clemans Date: 1-28-04 ■ Time: 5 p.m. w NAPPANEE On January 28, 2004, at approximately 4 p.m., the Nappanee Police Department received a 911 call reporting an intoxicated male subject trying to get into cars and residences. Ptl. Joshua Hamer located this individual, identified as Steven

ROHRER LAND AUCTION

Monday, February 23, 2004 , Starting at 6:00 p.m.,. 56-5 ACRESjT%jS^ 3 Tracts - tMljw„ I R£? SC f 1 - S Acre tract ■util ilr’iiiti.iniT w/347 - 7 ' frontage Waver. SMffHsi fed *9* 700' depth. Primarily '"ff (ry^Ea.,* 3 tIjL Croi ** f Lo * m Soih. L M*CH. W - 5 Acre tract * N i jSsSSSSn piH- 7W depth. Primarily Crosier q £ ..». l— I- loam 10%. 11 fmtd 1 US’ PAKII 1} • 4A.J Acret *t- Acre* w/522’ i| frontage on Moore Road. It ii marly all tills SitorNrcan-i • able A hat Crotler. Rensselaer Palms A « tacra fount- a - Houghton type soils. ffl, TWii imr mwh—Rt 1 PROaPWi The property will be offered in 3 individual tracts or combination Than win be open bidding on aR vacs during the auction as deaerminad by die auctioneer. Bids on tracts *id the total property may compete. The property w«l be sold In the manner resulting in the highest total tale price subject to confirmation of the tehiv DOWN PAYMENT: 10% down payment on the day of the auction wkh the belanot ei cash at dosing. The down payment may be made in the form of cash, cmhiert cheek, personal (hack or corporate check. You bidding b not conditional upon financing, so ba sue you have arranged financing, if needed, and are capable of paying cash at doing The Former Property of JAY ROHRER, Deceased Norman Rohrer, Richard Rohrer & Janet Bute, Owners HAHN AUCTION SERVICE Visit us at www.hahnrealtyandauction.com Office 574-773-4184 AC39800021 Phil Hahn IN Lie. #AU01012967 Nappanee, IN

Clemans. After a brief investigation, Mr. Clemans was taken into custody and --charged with Public Intoxication. ' <i Mr. Clemans is also being held for two outstanding warrants for his arrest through Kosciusko County for Check Deception. Mr. Clemans is scheduled to appear in Nappanee City Court on February 4, 2004 at 5 p.m.

Community

Nappanee Library News

COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES UNDER WAY The following are descriptions of some of the other upcoming classes: Introduction to Computers: This one-day course is designed for individuals who want to learn, or who need to update their knowledge of computer applications. The class will be held at the Nappanee Public Library on Thursday, February 5, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $25. A workbook may be purchased for an additional fee or signed out for the duration of the class. Other courses offered during the spring session include Digital Cameras and Scanners, First Aid/CPR Certification, Time Management, Tips for Buying a Computer, and several Microsoft Program classes including Access, Frontpage, and Windows XP. Pick up your registration form today and get ready to learn something new! For more information or to register call the Nappanee Public Library at 773-7919 or go to www.nappanee.lib.in.us. LULIABABIES MEETS AT NAPPANEE ÜBRARY The Nappanee Public Library continues lap-sit programs in February for infants ages 9-23 months and their care-givers. The group meets on Tuesdays, Feb. 10 and 17 from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The meetings give babies and care-givers the chance to interact together with songs, finger plays, rhymes and more. For more information or to register, call the Nappanee Public Library at (574) 773-7919 or go to www.nappanee.lib.in.us. Pick up your copy of the new 2004 Storytime guide today to find out when Lullababies will meet throughout the year! FEBRUARY STORYTIMES AT NAPPANEE ÜBRARY Children will have fun exploring their world in interesting ways during upcoming storytimes at the Nappanee Public Library. Preschoolers age 3 - 5 will meet Wednesday mornings, Feb. 11 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for I spy activities stories, games, crafts, and more! Ages 2-3 will meet

naiatti BrfVßi m Wakaiusa Library News CHEERIO BOX DRIVE The Friends of the Wakarusa Library are collecting specially marked boxes of Cheerios. These 20-ounce boxes will contain one of five award winning books. All donated cereal will be given to the Family Christian Development Center. The cereal will be distributed to low-income families for whom owning a book is a luxury. If a specially marked box cannot be found, a donation of any size Cheerios or type will be accepted for distribution. Donations will be accepted through Feb. 28. TODDLER TIME Toddler Time will begin on Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. There are still openings for this program that has been developed for children ages 25 - 36 months accompanied by a parent or caregiver. DIAL A STORY Dial A Story beginning Jan. 30 is “Ground Hog Day.” This is the story of why we celebrate this special day. Hear this story at 862-4441. NEW BOOKS •“The Snowflake: Winter’ Secret Beauty” by Kenneth Libbrecht shows amazing photographs of snowflakes. •“The Privilege of Youth” by Dave Pelzer is the story of a teenager longing for friendship and acceptance. • “Celebration of Bread: recipes, tales, and traditions” by Betsy Oppenneer

l , SPECIAL FAMILY SHOWS nappanee theatre Saturday, Feb. 7 Sunday, Feb. 8 Admittance Only By FREE ?ollowfn‘g Sponsors

AT.C. Aluminum Trailers Inc. Aggregates Industries American Feed Farm Supply Store Artoy's Restaurant B P Handy Dandy Store Big Papa C'a Bontrager Concrete Specialties Inc. Chi phone Federal Credit Union Clip A Curl Community Business Equipment Comer Case Dal Mar Catering Edward Jones - Michael Sheet! Fairmont Homss Farmwald Appliance Service Flexsteel Industries Fuck's Homs Plats Floral Concspts Fred’s Flowers H A R Block - Mertyn R. Schrock Greg Lynch Floor Covering llt-.-l-- Tren alt ln/> Hoosier rransn inc. Jatexlnc. John’s Auto'Spe VIXw fehrinsne r in t«r mim r eon care oonxer Lake City Bank

Tickets were passed out for Agrllliance LLC Beer-Slabaugh Inc. * Dominica’s Bridal Special Occasion Boutique Graber Carpet Studio ‘JAN Stone Co. Inc. A Lee Anne Stewart Dance Studio * McCormick Creek Community - Schrock Homes Phil Hahn & Associates * Wilson Associates Group

Thursday mornings, Feb. 5, 19, from 10 -10:30 a.m. to Snuggle Wuggle with Pets. Register now! FAMILY STORYTIME AT NAPPANEE ÜBRARY Come to the Nappanee Public Library for a very special weekly storytime for families. Kids ages 2 - 8 are invited to share in an evening of classic children’s stories, puppet shows, music, and more from 6:30 - 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 5,12, and 19. All participants must be accompanied by an adult Call the library at (574) 773-7919, or go to www.nappanee.lib.in.us to register. ÜBRARY HOLDS BOOK DISCUSSION MEETING Read along with the Cover to Cover Book Club at the Nappanee Public Library! The club will meet on Feb. 8 from 2-4 p.m. to discussiheir next title: The Weight of Water, by Anita Shreve. Participants are encouraged to call the library at (574) 773-7919 to reserve their copy of the book. Readers guides and a list of select styles of poetry, and explore opportunities for getting works published. RECOVERY KITS AVAILABLE AT NAPPANEE ÜBRARY Do you know someone who is recovering from .an illness or accident? Help pass the time with a Recovery Kit from the Nappanee Public Library. Recovery kits are assembled based on the age, interests and hobbies of the convalescent who is recovering at home or in the hospital. Kits may be requested for children or adults and may include items such as magazines, books or books on tape, DVD's or videos and much more. The service is FREE. For more information on any of these items, or to register, call the Nappanee Public Library at (574) 773-7919 or visit their website at www.nappanee.lib.in.us

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Birthdays

FEBRUARY 5 Fannie Borkholder Kylie Callander David Gingrich Rev. Ralph Holdeman Rebecca Hood Barbara Johnson Brooks Longfield Val Metzler Randall Miller Chirstine Ressler Kevin Shupert FEBRUARY 6 Mike Coffel Leonard Edleman Tamela Joy Hartman Jim Hedges Matthew Smock Matthew Stull FEBRUARY 7 Tracy Beer Carol Helmuth Chat Hughes James C. Miller, in Rex Miller Rita Miller Ruth Mullet Kim Reaker Cheryl Rose Stephanie Weaver FEBRUARY 8 Anita E. Blosser Ralph Fink Joyce Helmuth Jerry Hochstetler

Court Report

NAPPANEE The following cases have been handled through the Nappanee City Court Jan. 15-28. David Widmoyer is the judge. •Mark E. Dennison, Elkhart, charged with passing in a no passing zone, paid total fine and costs of $94.50. •Aaron L. Hochsteder, Nappanee, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $107.50. •Sammy A. Morton, Osceola, charged with Driving with suspended license and INFR, paid total fine and costs of $159.50. •Marilyn L. Ruiz, Nappanee, charged with failure to use seatbelt paid total fine and costs of $25. •Ashley E. Strand, Nappanee, charged with speeding and probable, license violation, paid total fine and costs of $191.00. •Bert A. Pfefferle, Nappanee, charged with failure to use seat belt, paid total fine and costs of $25. •Carla J. Wisler, Wakarusa, charged with failure to use seat belt, paid total fine and costs of SSO. •Ellen R. Easley, Goshen, charged with failure to use seat belt, paid total fine and costs of $25. •Hal D. Easley, Goshen, charged with failure to use seat belt, paid total fine and costs of $25. •Laurie A. Hardy, Bremen, charged with disregarding a stop sign, paid total fine and costs of $89.50. •Gaiy E. Lamar, Bristol, charged with F/F registration, paid total fine and costs of $89.50. •Dean M. Young, Bremen, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $104.50. •Leon C. Beachy, Bremen, charged with expired license plate, paid total fine and costs of $89.50.

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g# HEATING SYSTEM SERVICE * PVt 7 • Os\ Be prepared for the coming winter months by assuring V Tj\ that your hooting ayatem Is In pMk operating , condition. Your furnace should hava preventive maintenance performed on a regular basis by a heating professional. Call Yoder - Stutzman, Inc. at (574) 773-7012 - LENNOXONE LESS THING TO WORRY ABOUT. *

Gary Miller Steve Quigley Bob Sauer Harlan Slabaugh Randall Wagner FEBRUARY 9 Dean Blucker Melinda Deisch Robert Erven Judy Grimm Bobby Herr Cahterine Jones Cynthia Kintzel Tabitha Reid Susan Stahly Collin Tucker FEBRUARY 10 Lowell Hoffer Rod Nafziger Roberta Reprogle Eugene Slabaugh FEBRUARY 11 Doyle Berry Chad Brich Chad Brich Jack Hood Patricia Metlzer Richard Mishler Jack Stump Virgil Stump, Jr. FEBRUARY 12 Linda Holderman Cheryl Clouse Robbie Mellinger

•Holly K. Bean, Elkhart, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $108.50. •Laura A. Gillam, Nappanee, charged with failure to use seatbelt, paid total fine and costs of SSO. •Kara R. Hill, Goshen, charged with disregarding a stop sign, paid total fine and costs of $89.50. •Richard S. Martin, Silver Lake, charged with operating without financial responsibility, F/F registration, paid total fine and costs of $374. •Thomas G. Newman, Goshen, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $97.50. •Andrew P. Partlow, Goshen, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $102.50. v - ••David ■T. Stump, Gosheh, charged with operating with blood alcohol content between .08 and. 14%, paid total fine and costs of $534.50. •Kristy M. Lacombe, Bremen, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $103.50. •Angel D. Clark, Plymouth, charged with failure to use seatbelt, paid total fine and costs of $25. •Richard V. Peters, Nappanee, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $112.50. •Tera C. Sterling, Nappanee, charged with expired license plate, paid total fine and costs of $89.50. •Scarlett H. Jones, Lockport, NY, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $101.50. •Charles Packer, North Webster, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $97.50. •Brody D. Shively, Plymouth, charged with speeding, paid total fine and costs of $104.50.

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