The Mail-Journal, Volume 22, Number 51, Milford, Kosciusko County, 18 December 1985 — Page 3
Obit
George A. Ehnle lift M-<l—- — iwnvv George A. Ehnle, 86, Fort Wayne, died at 11:58 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne. A native of Tremont, DI., Ehnle lived in Fort Wayne since June, moving from Peoria, 111. In 1960, he retired after working for 31 years for Commercial Solvents and 14 years for D.A. Hoerr & Sons Nursery in Peoria. Surviving are his wife, the former Bertha Weisser; and one sister, Caroline Kroesen of Hot Springs, Ark. Services were held Monday, Dec. 16, at 8 p.m. at D.O. Me-
Hospital Notes
- Goshen TUESDAY, DEC. 10 Dismissals Bruce A. Grindle, r 5 box 479 A, Syracuse Candiese K. Holloway, r 3 box 624, Syracuse WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11 Admissions Bob R. Fidler, P.O. Box 258, North Webster Dismissals Robert T. Shively, Box 233, Leesburg Mrs. Jeffrey A. Butts and in-
Plan to resolve sewage problem presented to Milford board
By MARK HUFFMAN Staff Writer Mark Gensic, performing engineer of Bonar and Associates, Fort Wayne, outlined a master plan for existing sewage problems in the city of Milford, 6 p.m. Monday night, Dec. 16, at the town hall. Board members Jean Treesh, president, and Dennis Wuthrich joined Monica Bice, clerktreasurer, Bill Knowles, sewer-water-street superintendent, and a local resident, as Gensic explained the master plan which he described as “98 per cent complete,” while Ron Bonar, also of Bonar and Associates, offered additional comments. The master plan offers solutions to existing sewage problems while giving an outlook of what to expect if current conditions continue and how to alleviate these problems. Gensic prepared the plan to give the town guidelines which the town may adopt. The engineering, surveying, and planning company will help oversee the construction in the Henry Street area, which has already been accepted as a result of a $288,750 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant awarded to the town last week. Construction of the new storm-sewers is tentatively slated to begin in the fall of 1986. The Henry Street storm-sewer system in the central area of the town and the Emeline/Maple Street area were cited as the top priority problems to be
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LITERACY PROGRAM — Mary Behny. instructor at the Adult Education Center. Warsaw, spoke to the Wawasee Kiwanis, Saturday. Dec. 14, about the literacy program. She share some facts by stating that 46 million persons are functionally illiterate. There is an annual increase of 2.1 million annually. The cost is in billions of dollars. The increase in number of illiterates comes through legal and illegal immigrants and school dropouts. Os the prison population 60 percent are illiterate, and 85 percent of the juvenile delinquents are illiterate. A high percentage of those on welfare are also functionally illiterate. Work is being done to help persons learn to read and write, but most of it is on a one-to-one basis. This is done mostly through volunteers. Therefore, help is limited so far as the total number of persons needing help is concerned. Mary Behny is shown in the photo with Robert Sloop, president of Wawasee Kiwanis.
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Comb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, Fort Wayne, and at 7;30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, at Davison-Fulton Funeral Home, Peoria. Burial was in Swan Lake Cemetery, Peoria. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Sim Justice Retired 8 AO Railroad Employ •• Services for Sim Justice, 82, Allen, Ky., father of Jimmie and Henry Justice, both of Warsaw, and Sherrill Justice, Milford, were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, in the Hall Funeral Home Chapel, Martin, Ky. He died Mon-
fant daughter, Allison Bianca, r 1 box 181, North Webster John E. Koontz, P.O. Box 221, North Webster THURSDAY, DEC. 12 Admissions Jon Hare, r 5 box 208 A, Syracuse Guy Nealis, 113 W. Long Drive, Syracuse Dismissals Alvin E. Miller, r 2 box 17 C, Milford FRIDAY, DEC. 13 Admissions - April Rose, 309 E. Prairie,
eliminated in the master plan, which was printed before it was learned that the town would receive the CDBG Grant. “Construction in these areas would do the most toward elimination of sewage back-up and street flooding problems in the already developed areas of town,” Gensic reported. The Henry Street project will cost an estimated $692,000 if done according to the proposed master plan. The plan calls for funding of the project coming from town money (tax dollars and a portion of the budget), the Department of Commerce, federal aid, and grants (CDBG Grant), with the state paying a percentage of the total. A two-year design is proposed within the plan, calling for solutions being resolved for the developed areas of town, while five-year and 25-year plans would be instilled for the undeveloped areas within the town’s corporate limits, and the detention (dry) and retension (wet) basin areas, respectively. The study area consists of approximately 2,170 acres broken into six separate “shed” areas, according to where this acreage drains now, and is likely to drain in the future. Gensic reported that the town’s elevation varies from 830 to 835 feet above sea level, with the exception of the flood plain of Turkey Creek and its trubutaries, accounting for many of the existing drainage problems. Sandy soil and sewage backup problems were cited throughout the town, with the worst drainage
day, Dec. 9, in Prestonsburg, Ky. Justice was a retired B & O Railroad employee. Additional survivors are his wife, Grade Justice; four other sons, Charles Justice, Martin, Ky., Kenneth and Paul Justice, both of Allen, Ky.. and Jerry Justice, Prestonsburg. three daughters, Mane Irthlau, Ohio, Elizabeth J Dana. Ky., and MarieneWßn, Ypsilanti, Midi. Burial was in the Justice family cemetery at Allen, Ky. Moire McFarren Rod Crass Volunteer Marie McFarren, 90, formerly of 17331 CR 46, New Paris, died at
Leesburg Dismissals Jon D. Hare, r 5 box 208 A, Syracuse SATURDAY, DEC. 14 Admissions Dorothy McKibben, Lakeland Loving Care Center, Milford Robert F. Worthington, 99 East Shore Drive, Syracuse Roy Miller, r 4 box 42, Syracuse Dismissals Guy H. Nealis, 118 W. E. Long Drive, Syracuse Bob R. Fidler, P.O. Box 258, North Webster
problems occurring in the central shed area, according to the master plan. The lift station across from Milford Elementary School was also recognized as causing backup as well as pollution problems. “There’s a problem with the bypassing of water, when the water overflows it’s being bypassed to the creek, thus we need to get the excess rainwater out of there,” Gensic remarked. Alternative funding options to construct the proposed storm drainage improvements was also included in the report, with maps outlining the problem areas. Gensic thanked Knowles for his help in citing present drainage problems and pointed out that he will now have maps showing where existing sewage areas are located. “It’s vital to have updated maps when dealing with sewage systems,” Gensic added. Treesh also noted Knowles contribution and commented, “I feel, this master plan is the best thing that’s happening in this compounded situation, now we can see what is happening and have a tool to use when attempting to solve these problems. ’ ’ It was suggested that a copy of the master plan be sent to the vacationing Darrel Om, town board member, so he may look over it, expediting approval of the plan. Bonar agreed to prepare a suggested resolution at the next board meeting, Monday, Jan. 13, at 6:30 p.m. at the town hall, while Gensic suggested that board members discuss appropriations for the plan so he can get it to the plan commission as soon as possible. While many of the problems cited within the plan would not be acted upon in the near future, the plan includes speculation on what future problems may be and what restrictions should be implemented to deter against these problems.
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4 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Goshen Hospital where she had been a patient since Monday. She had been a resident of Lakeland Loving Care, Milford, since September 1964. She was born on May 3,1895, in Kosciusko County. The former Marie Hentzell married Rado C. McFarren on December 23,1913. He preceded her in death on January 22,1972. Surviving are three daughters, Mildred Craig, Mrs. Lavon (Billie) Davis and Mrs. Ronald (Virginia) Kramer, all of Syracuse; one son, David L., New Paris; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. The deceased was a member of
SUNDAY, DEC. 15 Admissions Rita K. Doss, P.O. Box 59, Milford Jennifer Johnson, 72833 CR 29 Lot 5, Syracuse MONDAY, DEC. 16 Admissions Judy Linville, P.O. Box 335, Milford Marilyn Green, r 1 box 483-BA, Leesburg Michele Spitler, r 5 box 634, Syracuse Jayson B. Vore, r 3 box 638, Syracuse Eva Simison, 113 W. Portland St., Syracuse Kimberly S. Spitler, r 5 box 108, Syracuse Dismissals April A. Rose, 309 E. Prairie, Leesburg Mrs. Ronald J. Blake and infant son, Bennett James, 2D E. Shore Drive, Syracuse. KCH TUESDAY, DEC. 10 Admissions Debra L. Delgado, Leesburg Ann L. Smith, North Webster Dismissals Willard Hepler, Leesburg WEDNESDAY. DEC. 11 Dismissals Anna R. Batesla, Milford THURSDAY, DEC. 12 Dismissals Carlie R. Steele, Syracuse Ann L. Smith, North Webster FRIDAY, DEC. 13 Admissions Jessica A. Ponko, Leesburg SATURDAY, DEC. 14 Admissions Luella C. Mullins, Syracuse Carol Smallwood, Cromwell SUNDAY, DEC. 15 Dismissals Jessica A. Ponko, Leesburg WALDBESER AT ST. VINCENT’S Alvin Waldbeser, r 1 Milford, underwent quadruple by-pass surgery on Monday, Dec. 16, in Indianapolis. Reports from his doctor say that he is doing “remarkably well?’ At present he is recovering in the Progressive Care unit, but is expected to be moved into a room by this Thursday. Friends may send cards to him at St. Vincent’s Hospital, 2100 W. Bth, Indianapolis, Ind., 46240. Births BLAKE, Bennett James Rev. and Mrs. Ronald (Susanne) Blake, 2D E. Shore Drive Syracuse, are the parents of a son, Bennett James, born Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 9:20 p.m., in
the New Paris Church of the Brethren and had been active as a Red Cross volunteer. Funeral services were held yesterday (Tuesday) at 10 a.m. at Reith, Rohrer & Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen. Rev. Arlin Claassen of the New Paris Church of the Brethren officiated. Burial followed in Violett Cemetery. Lydia Ann Murray Senior Othan Funeral services were held at 7:30 p.m. last evening (Tuesday) at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home,
Goshen Hospital. He weighed six pounds, 11 ounces and measured 19 inches long. Bennett James is the Blakes’ first child. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. James White of Decatur, 111., and paternal grandmother is Mrs. Norma Blake of Fort Wayne. Maternal greatgrandfather is Fred Rohman of Decatur, 111. DELGADO daughter Mr. and Mrs. Reyes (Debra) Delgado of Leesburg are the parents of a daughter born Thursday, Dec. 12, in Kosciusko Community Hospital. DOSS son Mr. and Mrs. Charles (Rita) Doss, P.O. Box 59 Milford, are the parents of a son born Monday, Dec. 16, in Goshen Hospital. Syracuse EMS The EMS was called to a onevehicle accident at 7:38 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, on Old SR 13A by the Crow’s Nest. Mike B. Baker, 33, r 2 box 127A Syracuse, suffered small cuts over his face and complained of back pain. He was taken to Goshen Hospital. Syracuse Fireman Larry Weaver, Jr., suffered a sprained ankle while at the scene of an accident on Old Road 13A Saturday, at 7:28 p.m. He was advised to wrap the ankle and apply ice. Syracuse Emergency Medical Service was called to the home of Joe Baumgartner, 78, 719 South Fourth St., Syracuse, at 12:18 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16, after becoming ill. He was transported to Goshen Hospital. The EMS was called to Wawasee High School at 5:22 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, when Jim
From The Staff And Residents... *. ' s ' s Msir' * jk» N JMW • Cjß Mb i bi 3 ■ Mwf ; ".b ' * Rin I llf Is la 1 1 pH |K We are gratefu/to everyone for the opportunities that came our way to share in the good life of the community. Merry Manor, Inc; *“£££*■ “Tho Health Cm Professorate With The Horntown Touch" County Farm Rd. , 267-8196 WARSAW, 1
Goshen, for Lydia Ann Murray, 93,1225 Greencroft Drive, mother of Gerald Murray and Mrs. Crist (Joella) Troyer, both of Syracuse. The deceased passed away Sunday, Dec. 15, at 10:05 p.m. in Goshen Hospital. She was born on December 23, 1891, in Honeyville. On November 24, 1911, she married Elmer F. Murray. He preceded her in death on February 11, 1971. In 1972 she moved to Goshen from Akron, N.Y. She was a charter member of the Akron Clarence Center Mennonite Church. Additional survivors are five other sons, Elmer F., Tonawanda, N.Y., Franklin L., Lockport, N.Y., Joseph L., Nokomis, Fla., Rev. John F., Kouts, and Paul D.,
Young, 18, Bremen Mobile Home Park, Lot 26, Bremen, was injured during a wrestling match. He was transported to Bremen Community Hospital. Cards Os Thanks
1 >■ CARD OF THANKS My most sincere and heartfelt thanks to all my friends and relatives who remembered me with prayer, cards and flowers while I was in the Kettering Medical Center for knee surgery. A special thank you to the Ruth Circle of the Calvary United Methodist Church for all their kind deeds. A sincere thanks to Rev. Maish and Dr. Jack Clark. It all meant so very much. We wish you all a blessed Christmas. Susie & Ted Tytler
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Akron; seven additional daughters, Mrs. Elmer (Gladys) Peebles, Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. A.B. (Grace) Nelson, LaGrange, Mrs. Daniel (Ruth) Mawhinney, Saddlebrook, N.J., Mrs. Ralph (Blanche) Hartzler, Goshen, Mrs. Glendon (Doris) Klinglesmith, Akron, Mrs. Ray (Orpha) Miller, Arcade, N.Y., and Mrs. Floyd (Shirley) Miller, Corfu, N.Y.; 43 grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; 57 greatgrandchildren; two great-great-granddaughters; and three sisters, Beulah Burkholder, Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. Aaron (Katie) Albrecht and Mrs. Paul (Luella) Troyer; both of Goshen. She was preceded in death by four brothers. Rev. John F. Murray, pastor of Hopewell Mennonite Church, Kouts, and son of the deceased, officiated at the service. Burial was in Good Cemetery, Clarence, N.Y. Memorials may be directed to the Mennonite Central Committee. Russell Bollinger Professor And Administrator Dr. Russell V. Bollinger, 84, Timbercrest Retirement Community, North Manchester, brother of Mrs. Orie (Velma) McDowell, Milford, died Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 5:45 p.m. in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. The son of John and Nora (Cripe) Bollinger, he was bom on October 5,1901, at Shipshewana. On April 20, 1924, in New Paris, he married Martha Cripe. She survives. Until his retirement in 1971, Dr. Bollinger was a professor and administrator at Manchester College of which he was a graduate. He received his master and doctoral degrees from the University of Wisconsin. Before coming to Manchester in 1946, Dr. Bollinger served as principal of Topeka High School and taught at Ashland College, Ashland, Ohio. He was a professor of psychology, philosophy,. and education as well as dean of students. He was also an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren, a member of the North • Manchester Church of the Brethren, Manchester Lions Club, and American Association of Retired Persons. Surviving are his wife; four sons, Rex, Pomona, Calif., John, North Manchester, Lynn and Wade, both of Middlebury; five daughters, Mrs. John (Retha) Bechtelheimer, Fort Wayne, Mrs. Jerry (Karen) Hand, Claypool, Mrs. Stanley
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(Christine) Beery, North Manchester, Mrs. Samuel (Anita) Cline, Falls Church, Va., and Janet Crumley, Fort Wayne; two brothers, Paul, Shipshewana, and John, Grabill; five other sisters, Mrs. John (Mae) Miller, Pontiac, Mich., Mrs. Ezra (Grace) Kurtz and Mrs. Ralph (Mary) Blough, both of Goshen, and Mrs. Kenneth (Carrie) Myers and Mrs. Kenneth (Pauline) Bauer, both of New Paris;’ 22 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers. Private graveside services were held Saturday, Dec. 14, at New Paris Cemetery. Memorial services were held at 6:30 p.m. Sunday in Manchester Church of the Brethren with Rev. John David Bowman and Rev. Kathy Gingrich officiating. Preferred memorials are to the Kidney Foundation or Indiana Lions Eye Bank. Marjorie LeCount Area Resident Marjorie E. (Fisher) LeCount, 63, r 1 Millersburg, former resident of Leesburg, Syracuse, and Nappanee, died Saturday, Dec. 14, at 4:08 a.m. in the Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis. Death was from complications following open heart surgery.. She was born on April 28,1922, at Nappanee. Her first marriage was to Samuel Fisher on October 4, 1938. He died on April 11, 1975. Her second married was to Kenneth LeCount on September 8, 1979. He survives. Mrs. LeCount cared for elderly people in their homes. She was a member of Burr Oak Church, Ligonier, former member of the Nazarene Church, Syracuse, and former member of the Women’s Relief Corps. Surviving are her husband; two sons, Keith Doug Fisher, Nappanee, and DeWayne Fisher, Millersburg; one daughter, Mrs. Charles (Sandra) Bradley, Springport, Mich.; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; and one brother, Melvin Spicher, Halfway, Mo. One sister preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 16, at 1:30 p.m. in Thompson & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, with Rev. Lawrence Byrnes, pastor of Burr Oak Church, and Rev. Charles Bradley, the decease’s son-in-law, officiating. Burial followed in South Union Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Fund.
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