Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 129, Number 23, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 8 June 2006 — Page 2

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• Advance News • Thursday, June 8, 2006

Obituary ■■■■■ Paul Arthur Lundal May 21, 2006 Paul Arthur Lundal died at home in Scottsdale, Ariz. on May 21, 2006 after a three-year battle with cancer. Paul's parents were Edward and Helga Lundal. Paul was bom Aug. 23, 1945, in Chicago. He was raised in Nappanee, attended local schools and graduated from Nappanee High School in 1963. Paul graduated from Indiana University in 1967. Local residents may remember that Paul's family owned "Mother's Drive In," located at County Road 7 and Route 6. Paul's passion was golf, which he enjoyed from his teenage years until months prior to his passing. Paul was active in the financial industry and rose to President of General Leasing of Phoenix. Paul was married to Pat Toensing Lundal until 1972 and is survived by child David Lundal, his wife Alicia, and their children Haley, Roark and Cooper of Madison, Wis.; Kristine Lundal Ferguson, husband Fred, and their children Gretchen, Emily, Megan, and Riley of Phoenix. Paul's wife, Jane Bueermann Lundal, passed away in 1988; survived by their daughter, Jennifer Anne Lundal, of Scottsdale, Ariz. At Paul's request, arrangements will be private. Condolences can be sent to National Cremation Society in Phoenix and donations can be made to Scottsdale Healthcare Hospital or to the donor's favorite charity. Death Notices Albert Leßoy "Lefty” Robison June 1,200 b NAPPANEE Albert Leßoy "Lefty" Robison, 82, of Nappanee, died at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 1 at Goshen General Hospital. He is survived by his wife: Louise Robison; daughters: Sherry (Walt) Stankovich of Goshen and Rhonda (Joseph) Dinda of Cape Coral, Fla.; five grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brother: Gerald Robison of Nappanee; sisters: Rosalie (Dale) Weaver of Nappanee, Shirley Cannon of Bremen and Nancy (Norman) Davis of Goshen. Visitation was held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, June 4 at the Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Services were conducted at the funeral home on Monday, June 5 at 11 a.m. Rev. Sam Bennett, First Church of God, officiated. Burial was in the Union Center Cemetery. Military Graveside Services were conducted by the Nappanee American Legion. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Church of God. Patricia Ann Hand June 2, 2006 NAPPANEE Patricia Ann Hand, 59, of Nappanee, died at 7:25 a.m. on Friday, June 2 at her residence following a battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband: Alan Hand; daughter: Shana (Stephen) DeHaven of Oak Ridge, N.C.; son: Kurt (Carla) Hand of Nappanee; three grandsons; sisters: Wendy (Mike) Strang of Nappanee and Jennifer (Robert) Seward of Syracuse: step mother: Helen Truex of Nappanee. Visitation was held from 2 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, June 4 at the Nappanee Missionary Church Chapel. Services werg conducted at the church on Monday, June 5 at 10 a.m. Pastor Mtfrvin Engbrecht, Nappanee Missionary Church, officiated, while Janet McFall-Brown, Mt. Tabor Church of God, assisted. Burial was in the Bremen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be given to the Nappanee Missionary Church, United Cancer Services of Elkhart County or to the Center for Hospice and Palliative Care. Arrangements were made through the Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

All Wa-Nee All the Time

BERKEY AUCTION

Located: East of downtown Nappanee, IN on U.S. 6 - 2 miles to C.R. 9, then south 1 1/2 miles at 12899 N 600 W, Nappanee, IN (Note: C.R. 9 turns into 600 W in Kosciusko County) Saturday, June 24, 2006 ★★★ Real Estate 8:30 a.m. ★ Personal Property 9:00 a.m. ★★★

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GENERAL INFORMATION THIS IS A SUPER OLDER HOUSE AND BARN AND 3 NEWER OUTBIULDINGS. THE HOUSE IS APPROX. 1950 SQ.FT. 1 1/2 STORY WITH A 10 Xll 1/2 KITCHEN W/NEWER OAK CABINETRY, A 16 1/2Xl2’ DINING ROOM, 15 1/2X15 1/2 LIVING ROOM, 23 1/2Xls’ PARLOR. THERE IS AN OPEN STAIRWAY TO THE 2 UPSTAIRS BEDROOMS THAT ARE 23 1/2Xl3’ AND 15 1/4X15 1/4. THERE IS ALSO A 20 1/4” BACK PORCHATTILITY ROOM. THE FULL BASEMENT HAS A NEW (IN 2004) GAS FURNACE WITH CEN-

TERMS AND CONDITIONS DOWN PAYMENT: 5% DOWN PAYMENT ON THE DAY OF THE AUCTION WITH THE BALANCE IN CASH AT CLOSING. THE DOWN PAYMENT MAY BE MADE IN THE FORM OF CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK, PERSONAL CHECK OR CORPORATE CHECK. TYOUR BIDDING IS NOT CONDITION UPSON FINANCING, SO BE SURE YOU HAVE ARRANGED FINANCING, IF NEEDED, AND ARE CAPABLE OF PAYING CASH AT FCLOSING. THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO SELLER'S CONFIRMATION.

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New member to aviation board

By Anthony Godson Editor A new member to the Nappanee Board of Aviation Commissioners, as well as the rezoning of a piece of property were the topics of conversation at a shortened Nappanee Common Council meeting on Monday. Because of his work in a man-agement-capacity at the Nappanee Municipal Airport, former aviation commission member John Graber stepped down. With the spot open on the five-person board, Ed

LI n ni ral mi n Nostalgia

Compiled by Margaret England-Neff (120 to 50 Years) and Anthony Gadson (25 to 15 Years). 120 Years Ago June 10,1886 The new flouring mill is 60 x 48 ft. and will be 70 ft. high. There will be 4 large bins capable of holding 14,000 bushels of wheat. Peter Hare is the carpenter, Robert Wyson and son, Joe, did the stone work. 100 Years Ago June 6,1906 The 4th annual reunion of the Stump family was held in Weiss & Frevert Grove on June 2. After a sumptuous dinner a fine program consisting of recitations and songs followed by an address by David Anglemeyer. John Stump was chosen President, Scott Mills, VicePresident and Frank Walters, Sec.-Treasurer. 75 Years Ago June 11,1931 The 4-H Variety Club under the supervision of Charles Byers held their first meeting on Sat. June 6 with 35 present. Officers elected were: Pres. Dean Price; V.Pres. Donald Price; Sec. Treas., Marjorie Anglemeyer, and Cheer Leader, Robert Blosser. 50 Years Ago * June 7,1956 All 350 seats in Ist Methodist Church were filled Friday night for the candle-light ceremony uniting Donnabelle Rensberger and David Widmoyer. Rev. Don Jennings read the rites. Mrs. Glen Reed

College News

Goshen College GOSHEN Goshen College recently recognized 212 students, including Linda Yoder of Nappanee, or excellence in academics on the 2005-06 Spring semester Dean's List. Yoder is studying organizational leadership in the Division of Adult and External Studies at Goshen College. The Dean's List includes students earning at least a 3.8 GPA while completing at least 12 hours of course work for a letter grade and taking no courses credit-elect. Current seniors who have a cumulative GPA of 4.0 are exempt from the 12-hour criteria and credit-elect. Only grades from the designated

TRAL AIR PLUS 100 AMP. THE HOUSE IS FULLY INSULATED AND HAS FVINYL SIDING. THERE IS AN OLDER 30 Xso’ BARN W/GOOD STEEL SIDING. THERA ARE (3) NEWER OTHER BUILDINGS. A 24 X24' GARAGE BUILT IN 1992. THERE IS A LARGE AMOUNT OF LANDSCAPING AND ALL IMPROVEMENTS ARE WELL CARED FOR. THIS IS JUST A GREAT PROPERTY SO INSPECT, ARRANGE FINANCING AND BID ON THIS NICE PROPERTY!

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Community

McElheny was then appointed to the board by the council. "He’s a longtime pilot, and really likes to fly the experimental aircraft," Nappanee Mayor Larry Thompson said. "He's always been very supportive, and is a good common sense kind of guy." Following the appointment of McElheny, the council then approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 1399. If the third reading of the ordinance is later approved, the Stump Property, extending from the eastern edge of the

semester are included in the Dean's List selection process. Indiana University Payne Thomas Tatich of Nappanee has accepted membership into The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). Tatich will be honored during an induction convocation this fall on the campus of Indiana University, Bloomington. "NSCS is more than just a symbol of academic achievement," NSCS Executive Director Stephen E. Loflin said. "Membership gives students access to a number of amazing benefits, including career and networking resources, scholarships, travel and service projects both on campus and in the community." NSCS is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies and is the nation's only interdisciplinary honors organization for first and second-year college students. Membership is by invitation only, based on grade point average and class standing. NSCS has more the

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Martin's Supermarket plaza to County Road 7, would then become zoned for business. Currently the property is zoned R-3, symbolizing a residential property. In other business: • Thompson commented that he had complaints about trash pick-up over the Memorial Day weekend and wanted to address the issue. "We are going to try to correct that for the July 4 weekend," he said. • The mayor also gave a quick update on the progression of the

was Matron of Honor and little Rita Reed, Flower Girl. Bridesmaids were: Linda Stump, Connie Fervida, and Patricia Snider. Joe Bill Geyer was Best Man and Ushers were Joe Stillson, Kenneth Calbeck, Jr., Merril Pippen, and Charles Chapman. 25 Years Ago June 10,1981 Downtown parking meters will be bagged beginning July 1 for a three-month trial period as a first step toward possibly removing them. The action was taken by the Board of Public Works and Safety at its meeting Monday afternoon. Mayor Robert Callander commented that the trend in area cities has been to remove parking meters but said he would hate to have the city's meters removed until the city is certain that is the proper step. 15 Years Ago June 5,1991 by Coach Fred Myers Seeded seventh in the state, going into the state finals,, with four jumpers who had gone seven feet or better might intimidate most athletes. But not Brian Cleary. Brian was there to win! The stale finals were held Friday and Saturday, in Indianapolis. We decided to start jumping right at the beginning. With no misses, if we were "on," we felt we could be approaching 7' in 9-10 jumps. I felt it was better to start jumping early to get into the meet. Brian ended up second in the state, placing North Wood 21st as a team. He also established a NEW SCHOOL RECORD at 6-9, beating his own record of 6-8, set in the Northern Lakes Conference championships.

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Payne Tatich

450,000 lifetime members and 218 chapters in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Along with the NSCS honor, Tatich has also received a certificate for his high scholastic achievement on Founders Day, April 2, at Indiana University. He received the award because he achieved a 3.5 GPA or better. At Indiana University, Tatich has also been invited to join The National Scholars Honor Society and the Phi Eta Sigma National Society. Payne is the son of Tom and

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proposed Heritage Center, which would be located in the John Hartman House on the northwest comer of U.S. 6 and Locke Street. "The appraisers were in there last week with (Nappanee Public Library Executive Director) Linda Yoder," the mayor said. "Within the next couple of weeks, we should be receiving those appraisals." The city is hoping to purchase the home from Dick Pletcher in order to establish a building to house any, and all, Nappanee artifacts.

Cyndi Tatich of Nappanee. He will enter is sophomore year at Indiana University this faO, where he is a pre-med student majoring in psychology and chemistry. Anderson University Anderson University has announced its dean's list for the spring semester of the 2005-2006 academic year. Local students named to the dean's list are Nicole Theresa Fishbum, Sara Lynn Yoder and Paul Allen Yoder, all of Nappanee. To be named to the dean<s list, a student must earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0. : Anderson University is a private, four-year, Christian liberal arts institution of approximately 2,800 undergraduate and graduate students. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, the university offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, music, education, theology and nursing.