The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 18, Milford, Kosciusko County, 13 June 1990 — Page 6

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., June 13,1990

Community comer

Melissa Helman is battling chronic pancreatitis, seeks help from others

I By JULIE MOORE Staff Writer

Twenty-five-year-old Melissa Helman has not been asking for help, she’s been begging for it. Melissa is battling chronic pancreatitis —a disease which has cost her her job, thousands of dollars in medical bills and nearly one-third of her body weight. In its acute stage, the disease can be life threatening. Profile Medically, Melissa’s, problem is the continuous pain. “We have been unsuccessful at controlling the pain as well as we and she would have liked," said her physician. The pancreas puts out digestive enzymes that breakdown food. Because eating worsens Melissa's pain, she shies away from food, and poor nutrition results. Her diet consists of baby food, pudding, and ice cream. The years of pain have taken their toll. Melissa admittedly is angry. In fact, her teary eyes revealed her frustration as she discussed her illness. “Everyone kept saying you're too young to have this kind of trouble,” she mused. In addition to her physical problems, Melissa has been plagued with financial difficulties as well.

Couple takes honeymoon cruise

Tracy A. Stump. Milford, became the bride of Richard W. Miller, Albion, on April 14, 1990, at Milford First Brethren Church. Rev. Paul Tinkel, pastor of the church, performed the 6:11 p.m. double-ring ceremony in the presence of 250 family members and guests. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Stump, Milford, and Mr. and Mrs. LaVerne Miller, New Paris. Candelabras were decorated with greenery and yellow satin bows. There were also candelabras on the pews and hyacinths were placed in front of the altar. Deanna Ladd of Warsaw was organist and Nedra Dobbins of Leesburg was pianist. Soloist was Sue Price of Milford. Musical

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selections were “My Treasure,” by Scott Wesley Brown; “All in His Own Sweet Time,” and “Oh, Perfect Love.” The bride wore her mother’s wedding dress. It had a molded ivory lace bodice with small round layback collar and long fitted sleeves. The satin skirt extended into a train. She also wore an ivory hat with sequins on top with a cluster of flowers on the side. The veil and blusher were trimmed in lace. Her bouquet was silk yellow and white roses with silk violets. Matron of honor was Teresa Barrows, Goshen, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Karen Boyer, Bradenton, Fla.; Merry Hamilton, Portage, Mich., cousin of the bride; and Brenda Barnmerlin, Warsaw. Nicole and

, ‘ ■M| C*- J 4; \ IWrothlVlr /•'*' OraHHsO • vii ’•> ' 4 * HOLDING ON — Melissa Helman hugs her six-year-old daughter Malinda. Malinda is aware of her mother’s illness and pain. “Mindy knows. She's always asking me. She’s always afraid to leave me,” said Melissa. (Photobv Julie Moore)

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Amanda Barrows, Goshen, nieces of the bride, were flower girls. Ring bearer was Christopher Stump, nephew of the bride. The attendants wore purple tea-length dresses which featured a dropped waist with fitted bodice, sweetheart neckline and three-fourths length sleeves. They carried a single yellow rose with baby's breath and greenery and purple satin bow. Scott Vrooman, Frankfort,

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served as best man. Groomsmen were Scott Kimlick, New Paris; Travis Stonlman, Albion; and Tony Howell, Albion. Serving as ushers were Tim Stump, Milford, brother of the bride; and Jeff Miller, New Paris, brother of the groom. Mother of the bride chose a pink polyester street-length dress which featured sequins. The groom’s mother wore a yellow polyester suit with a lace white collar. Their wrist corsages were

Melissa is not covered by insurance. She, her husband, Roland; and six-year-old daughter, Malinda, live modestly in a trailer court in Syracuse. Melissa’s age and financial situation contribute to her inability to solicit money to pay her medical bills. “Melissa manages to fall between the cracks,” said her physician. She is not poor enough to receive assistance, but she’s also not rich enough to pay her bills. “As a physician, I feel so helpless about it,” her doctor added. Melissa and a neighbor Nanette Merrill recently spent two days telephoning local charitable groups asking for donations to help finance a trip to the Mayo Clinic for Melissa. Doctors at the clinic hope to chemically or surgically control the pancreatitis or at least abate her pain. Unfortunately, their money-making efforts did not pay off. “Every time I try to call an organization to help me, I am either too old or too young,” said Melissa. Kim Conrad, Malinda’s teacher, has received a more favored response. Kim is trying to raise $1,500 for Melissa’s trip to Rochester, Minn. Although Kim has found organizations willing to help, they have not yet committed themselves to specific dollar amounts. In any case, Kim is optimistic the money will be there when it’s needed. She encourages people interested in donating money for the trip to contact her at 457-5319. In the meantime, Melissa’s doctors think they may have made a breakthrough in her treatment. Melissa has begun a two-month trial period on a new medication. If the medication lives up to its claim, she may be able to eat solid food for the first time in over a year, and she may not need to go to the clinic.

of yellow roses, pink carnations, baby’s breath, and greenery. A reception in the church fellowship center followed the ceremony. Finger foods, cake and punch were served. Mr. and Mrs. Brian Kilmer, Goshen, sister and brother-in-law of the groom, were hosts. Serving were Mary Miller, New Paris; Carolyn Stump, Milford, sister-in-law of the bride; Marsha Wade, Goshen; and Charity Stump and Crystal Price, Milford, nieces of the bride. Christal Stump, Syracuse, niece of the bride, was in charge

Menzie named Senior Homemaker

Ruth Menzie was named as Senior Homemaker of the Year during the Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers Spring Achievement Night held recently in Warsaw. The announcement was made on June 4 when Pierceton Extension Homemakers met at the home of Edna Bryant. Alice Butts served as assistant hostess. Helen Oxenrider gave the meditation, “Tribute to the Bible.” Pledge to the American flag and the club creed were repeated in unison. Joy McGarvey led group singing. Roll call response was “An experience with a new

'California Raisin' reading club begins

The California Raisin Reading Club began today (Wednesday) at the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Library. The club will meet each Wednesday morning from 10-11 a.m. throughout the summer. It is open to children entering grades one-six. The program is a reading club for children using (he theme of television’s popular California Raisins to promote the idea that reading is “cool.” Films, special activities and guest speakers are also planned. Children who participate in the program will receive free California Raisins “Cool Reading Cards” to record the titles of books they read Those who successfully complete the program

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of the guest book. Following a honeymoon on a Walt Disney cruise, the newlyweds are residing in Albion. The new bride is a 1984 graduate of Wawasee High School and is employed as a payroll clerk at Flexsteel Industries, Inc., New Paris. A 1980 graduate of Fairfield High School and 1985 graduate of Ball State University, the groom is employed as an industrial technology educator at Central Noble High School. He is also the boys’ varsity basketball coach.

recipe.” A donation was made to the Kosciusko County Fair Queen’s project. The lesson, “Packing and Dressing for the Occasion,” was presented by Mrs. Menzie. Topic for the cultural arts lesson, given by Irene Waltke, was “The Boy Who Believed in Himself.” Mrs. Bryant gave the gardening report “Gardening for Your Health.” A dinner party is planned for July, with Mrs. Oxenrider and Sara Scott as co-chairmen. The hostesses served refreshments of angel food cake with strawberries.

are then named “Top Raisin Readers.” Incentive prizes will be given at different achievement levels to encourage each child. Local supporters of the project include the Friends of the Library, the American Legion, and a number of North Webster businesses. For more information, or to sign a child up for the club, visit the library or call 834-7122. An announcement is made by the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Library that this week, from June 11-16, is grace or amnesty week The library is encouraging everyone who has any long-standing overdue books to bring them in and fines will be forgiven during this week.

CALENDAR Week Os June 13 To June 20 WEDNESDAY Goodwill Club 1:30p.m., House of Friendship Syracuse Fire Department, Fire Drill 7 p.m., Syracuse Fire Station Eagles Auxiliary Meeting Aerie 3760 7 p.m., Lakeland Eagles, 404 Sycamore St., Syracuse North Webster Town Board 7 p.m., Town Hall Alcoholics Anonymous Wawasee Group 7:30 p.m., Episcopal Retreat House, South Shore Drive, Lake Wawasee, Syracuse. Closed meeting Alanon 7:30 p.m., Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Church, SR 13N, Syracuse THURSDAY Wawasee Community Toughlove 7 p.m., Lakeland Youth Center, Syracuse. Parent support group for parents troubled by their teenagers behavior North Webster Lions Club Board Meeting 7 p.m., North Webster Fire Station Shady Ladies Bunco Club 7:30 p.m. Adult Children of Alcoholics 7:30p.m., Bowen Center, Warsaw Shady Ladies Bunco Club 7:30p.m. Turkey Creek Conservation Club 7:30 p.m., The Clubhouse ER! DAY . Milford Kiwanis mJ 6:45 am., Milford Community Building O| l&Wffl'j VFW Post 1342 - 6 p.m., Syracuse, Everyone welcome Alcoholics Anonymous Carl Sheperd Memorial Group 7:30 p.m., C.A.R.S., Inc., SR 13, Syracuse. Open meeting SATURDAY Wawasee Kiwanis 7 a.m., Gropp’s, Syracuse Turkey Creek Senior Citizens Carry-in Dinner Noon, Syracuse Scout Cabin 4-H Fish Fry 4-7:30 p.m., Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, Warsaw SUNDAY Alcoholics Anonymous Fireball Group 10a.m., North Webster Fire Station. Open meeting Alcoholics Anonymous Sunday Night Recovery Group 8 p.m., North Webster United Methodist Church. Closed meeting Alanon, Sunday Night Group 8 p.m., North Webster United Methodist Church. Closed meeting MONDAY Lakeland Kiwanis 6:45 a.m., North Webster Church of God meeting room Syracuse Emergency Medical Service 7 p.m., Syracuse Fire Department North Webster Chamber of Commerce Noon, Nadine’s Restaurant and Pizza 2, North Webster. All interested parties are urged to attend Milford Lions X 7 p.m., Milford Community Buildirig Alanon Milford Family Group F J 7:30 p.m., Milford United Alcoholics Anonymous Milford Group 7:30 p.m., Milford United Methodist Church. Closed meeting Alcoholics Anonymous North Webster Group 7:30 p.m., North Webster United Methodist Church. Open meeting Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District 7:30p.m., Syracuse Town Hall North Webster American Legion 8 p.m., Legion Hall TUESDAY Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Noon, Gropp’s Restaurant Syracuse Town Board -'SK A-Ajßr 7:30p.m., Syracuse Town Hall Refunder’s Club J 7:30p.m. Alanon 7:30 p.m., Bowen Center, Outpatient Building, Warsaw WEDNESDAY « Syracuse PTO Noon, Syracuse School LRC North Webster Park Board 4 p.m., North Webster Town Hall — Fire Station Syracuse Lions Club 6:30p.m., Gropp’s Restaurant Syracuse PTO xXKSfs 7 p.m., Syracuse School LRC Twilighters Bunco Club 7:30p.m. Mg? Psi lota XI 7:30 p.m. Syracuse Jaycees 8 p.m., Lakeland Eagles Alcoholics Anonymous Wawasee Group 7:30 p.m., Episcopal Retreat House, South Shore Drive, Lake Wawasee, Syracuse Closed meeting Alanon 7:30 p.m., Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Church, Syracuse

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