Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 134, Number 31, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 2 August 2012 — Page 2

• Advance News • Thursday, August 2, 2012

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Paul Robert Klotz May 26, 1926 - July 28, 2012 NAPPANEE Paul R. Klotz, 86, residing in Nappanee

passed away at 12:36 pan. Saturday, July 28, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Paul was bom May 26, 1926 in Nappanee to Harold and Iva (Mikel) Klotz and has remained a lifelong resident of Nappanee. Jan. 11, 1949 in Nappanee, he was united in marriage to M. June (Lemler) Klotz, who survives. Paul and

June celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary this past January. Paul is a faithful believer in Jesus Christ and modeled his faith in God to his family and friends. He loved to farm and spent many years farming their land south of Nappanee. For 25 years, he worked at Excel Corporation, Elkhart and for 10 years at Fairmont Homes, Nappanee. Paul attended First Church of God in Nappanee, where he served in leadership for many years. Paul enjoyed playing and coaching church softball, fishing, and camping. He was an avid sports fan and a member of the Fox Hunters Qub. Paul had a wonderful sense of humor, enjoyed telling stories, and reminiscing about childhood memories. Most importantly, Paul loved his family and cherished the times with his grandchildren. The family has been truly blessed with many wonderful friends and neighbors. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, M. June Klotz; daughters, Diane (Larry) Cale of Nappanee, Carol (Gary) Kinsey of Logansport, Elaine (Greg) Crump of South Bend, Janet (Tom) Shaver of Logansport, Pam (Chad) Roe of St. Marys, Ga.; sons, Steve (Cherri) Klotz of Wakarusa, Jim (Donna) Klotz of Nappanee, and Jerry (Pam) Klotz of Nappanee. s Thirteen grandchildren and four stepgrandchildren, Donna (Scott) Bryant, Jeff (Carrie) Cale, Michael (Cristina) Klotz, Kelly (Adam) Ottinger, Drew Shaver, Danielle (Nata) Fontan, Mike Crump, Stacy Klotz, Hayden Klotz, Trevor Klotz, Riley Roe, Hannah Klotz, Evan Roe, Stephanie (Jerry) Cripe, Kevin Kinsey, Bob (Autumn) Kinsey, Beth Kinsey; five great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Marjorie (Harold) Berkey of Goshen; sister, Mary Lou Dougherty of Nappanee; sister-in-law, Eileen Niehaus of Warsaw; brother-in-laws, Richard Lemler, Chester (JoAnna) Lemler, and Lowell "Butch" (Nancy) Lemler all of Tippecanoe. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Iva Klotz; sister, Thelma Klotz; brother, Carl Klotz; brother and sister-in-law, Harold (Dorothy) Klotz, Jr., and brother-in-law, Paul Dougherty. A celebration of Paul's life will take place at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2012 at the First Church of God - 72036 C.R. 7 Nappanee. Pastor Sam Bennett will officiate. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Nappanee. Family and friends visited from 1 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to First Church of God, Nappanee or Kosciusko County Hospice. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com. CAMPUS NOTES BETHEL COLLEGE MISHAWAKA The 2012 spring semester dean's list at Bethel College in Mishawaka, carries the names of 585 students according to Vice President for Academic Services Bradley Smith, Ph.D. Eligibility for the list requires a 3.5 GPA with 12 or more semester hours. Students from Nappanee that ace earned the dean's list distinction include: Jill Focht, Kimberly Minnich, Brian Ufkin, and Brett Walter (4.0). Bethel College is an accredited Christian college offering associate, bachelor's and master's degrees in more than 70 areas of study. SPORTS NOTES NAPPANEE North Wood Soccer Qub announced that the Pumas Ul4 Boys qualified for the 2012 Fair Play Award during their participation in the State Cup Tournament. This award was based on the conduct of players, coaches, and spectators during the competition, as evaluated by game officials.

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July 27, 2012 NAPPANEE Robert D. Hamm an, 75, of Nappanee, died Friday, July 27, at Elkhart General Hospital Emergency Room from natural causes. He is survived by his wife Nancy; children: Timothy S. (Di) Hamman of Eastlake, Ohio, Kelly Sutton of Nappanee, Rodney D. Hamman Sherrill) Hamman, Mentone, Kina (Tom) Hinz of Plymouth, and Kela (Jimmy Faulkner) HammanRunnells of Warsaw; 13 grandchildren; and a great-grand-son. Visitation was Monday, July 30, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pjn. at the Nappanee Missionary Church Chapel and an hour prior to the 10 a.m. service Tuesday, also at the Nappanee Missionary Church Chapel. Cremation followed. Memorial contributions may be given to the Children's Mission at the church. Online condolences may be shared at www. tlyfh.com. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, assisted the family with arrangements. . Merrill Dale Pippen July 25, 2012 NAPPANEE Merrill Dale "Gutch" Pippen, 84, of Nappanee, died from natural causes at his residence Wednesday, July 25, at 9:45 a.m. He is survived by his wife, Billie Jean; son, Rex Pippen of Middlebury; daughter, Sherry (Dennis) Martin, of Nappanee; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and brother, Bud "Eldon" (Kathy) Pippen, of California. Visitation was Friday, July 27, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Nappanee Missionary Chapel and one hour prior to the 11 a.m. service Saturday, July 28, also at Nappanee Missionary Chapel. Burial followed at Union Center Cemetery with Military Graveside services. Memorial contributions may be made to Nappanee Missionary Church or to the American Legion. Online condolences may be shared at www.tlyfh.com. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, is assisting the family with arrangements. Help, cont. from front

and there earned her GED and shortly thereafter began pursuing her educational dreams at a community college there. She then transferred to San Diego State College and finished her BA in Economics. "I moved to London to get my master's degree," Miller said. "I was fortunate enough to get a full-fee waiver scholarsnip for my master's in Economics and Finance, which I just finished." Likewise, as Kramer was influenced by Miller, she said her younger sister is now also contemplating exiting the Amish community to pursue an education. "She always said she didn't want to be in my shadow, didn't want to be like me," Kramer said. "But she's going to school in the fall." Near the conclusion of her academic pursuits, Kramer said she had searched online to see the opportunities offered to the former Amish and found very little assistance. Her cousin suggested they do something to change that. "It was really her idea and she's gotten this started," Kramer explained. "Getting this (non-profit) organization off the ground has been tough and its taken awhile we've been working on it for about two years but hadn't launched it until about three months ago." Miller explained why she wanted to start the scholarship opportunity. "During my studies, my friends would always tell me there has to be a scholarship for Amish people since it's obviously a disadvantage to try to go to college on an eighth grade education," she said. "I

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think it's important, not just for the financial role, but to build a community of support for those who wish to continue their education but aren't sure how to go about it. Going to college is not everyone's dream, but I believe strongly that it should be available for anyone who has the dream." She said another obstacle that made her situation even more difficult was that she was unable to get financial aid until she turned 24 because her parents were required to fill out the paperwork and include their financial information until that age. "1 didn't wish to ask them to fill out the paperwork because it would nave been disrespectful," Miller explained. "I know there are others who are trying to pay for their college on their own and can't get financial aid, so hopefully we can help relieve some of that financial burden. ... It was always hard to juggle working and leaving time for studying. I worked as a nanny for most of my studies and it was a perfect situation for me because I was able to study at work. Even then, it took me like six years to finish my bachelor's degree." She continued: "It's so hard when you're fully responsible for all your personal expenses, plus school fees and books. Also, I had to catch up on Math and Science because my eighth grade level wasn't enough, so it took extra time." As a direct result of the two women's compassion, and concern for others that might be in the same situation that they so had struggled with, the Amish Descendant Scholarship

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their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house hosted by their children from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4,2012 in the Fieldhouse of Nappanee Missionary Church. The presence of family and friends are the only gifts requested.

The couple was married Aug. 4,1962 in Marion, S.D. by Rev. Ray Butterfield. Their children are: Rev. Russell (Becky) Hunsberger of Goshen, JoLynn (Todd) Miller of Nappanee, Jill Hunsberger of Westfield, and Jennifer (Kevin) Edwards of Goshen. They also have 11 great-grandchildren. ■fra notes ARRESTS • Scott A. Weldy, 36, Nappanee, was arrested July 17 by the Elkhart County Sheriff's Department for failure to register as a sexual offender. • Jonathon N. Hershberger, 27, Wakarusa, was arrested July 25 by the Millersburg Police Department for domestic abuse. • Gary D. Parks, 28, Nappanee, was arrested July 27 by the Marshall County Sheriff's Department for probation violation.

Fund (ADSFund) a non-profit organization that provides support and financial assistance to those who leave the Amish way of life and wish to pursue a higher education was created. To raise funds the young women have set up a fundraiser for Friday Aug. 3 at 5 p.m. at The United Christian School, 29522 C.R. 52, Nappanee. With Kramer and William Troyer (formerly Amish and from Ohio) at tne helm, attendees to the fundraiser will be able to partake in two roasted hogs, side dishes and homemade desserts prepared by friends and family in the community. Those preparing for and working the event are a mixture of ex-Amish and those who have never been both coming together for what they believe a common and worthy cause. "They're helping Naomi with this huge undertaking," Miller said. " Coming from an Amish background, we're used to cooking large meals, but food for 400 people is a different story!" Donations will be accepted for the meal and all proceeds will go to the Amish Descendant Scholarship Fund and will be awarded (as a scholarship) to a former Amish student in September. "Since this has gotten off the ground I've gotten many emails from people wanting to help and I got a letter from an older former Amish person who wanted to go back to school," Kramer said. "The biggest criteria for applicants is that they have to be from Amish families; their parents have to be Amish; and we'll be asking them to write an essay to determine who will get it."

While their efforts have paid off so far for their own lives Miller said there are two sides to the overall results of her decisions. "I miss the space and the simplicity of the Amish lifestyle," she said. "I miss the garden and canning. I miss the animals and warm summer rughts on the porch swing. 1 miss feeling close to my family and being at one with the community. The community is like having a large extended family and you do give that up when you leave." What did she trade that for? "Well, 1 like to have the option to do anything without checking the rules first," she said. "Obviously, my education was very important to me and it's wonderful to have career options. I've always loved to travel and learn new languages which would be much harder to do if 1 were still Amish." Miller continued, "I do wish to state that I respect the Amish way of life and our fund is not intended to entice people to leave the faith, but merely to keep the traditions of reaching out and helping each other as we were taught in our (former) community." Kramer said her journey, though so far a bit difficult, is only just beginning. "I wasn't baptized in the Amish faith so I've been attending a Mennonite Church and will soon complete my instruction there," she said, admitting that taking on the customs of that culture will take "a little getting used to." She also said she plans to travel while remaining a Nappanee resident.