By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT ELKHART COUNTY — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced the completion of the intersection improvement at SR 19 and SR 119 just north of Nappanee. The roundabout opened to traffic Monday, Nov. 16. The single-lane roundabout improves access to SR 19, SR 119 and CR 44 and is designed …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — A motorcycle versus buggy crash from Sept. 3, has claimed the life of one man, Tracy A. Newcomer, Nappanee. The accident occurred at 3:07 p.m. on CR 1350N, near CR 200W. Responders arrived locating the motorcycle driver, Newcomer, in the roadway.

Sandra Lee Martin, 61, Nappanee, died at 10:49 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She has had multiple health problems for many years. She was born Aug. 5, 1954, to Shelby D. and Anna F. (Wheldon) Banks in Long Beach, Calif. She married Revada Martin on April 24, 1983, in Amarillo, Texas, and …read more.

Vivian C. Blue, 99, passed away at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, 2015, in her Nappanee home. Vivian was born Oct. 7, 1916, in Woodburn, to Oscar and Bertha (Spencer) Slusher. She was a 1934 graduate of Claypool High School, Claypool. Vivian and Charles “Pete” Blue were joined in marriage July 20, 1935, in Peru. …read more.

Donald E. Thompson, 79, Goshen, died 10:42 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, 2015, at his residence. He was born March 28, 1936, to Samuel and Gladys Wysong Cowell. He married Elizabeth (Schoonover) Thompson on Jan. 27, 1955, and she died July 2, 2008. Then he married Mary (Ewing) McGlothin Thompson on May 1, 2010. Surviving are …read more.

Vivian C. Blue, Nappanee, died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2015, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Alice May Blessing, 47, Elkhart, died Monday, Nov. 9, 2015, at her residence. She was born May 2, 1968, in Elkhart to Wilfred and Lois (Blosser) Blessing. Surviving are her companion of 16 years: Jeff Eutsey, Elkhart; children: Jeffrey Blessing; Matthew Blessing; Brittany (Kyle) Bowen, all of Elkhart; mother; Lois Blessing, Nappanee; sisters: Carolyn (John) …read more.

Kosciusko County Court New Filing Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Gary S. Bowers, Warsaw, $5,508.99 Brian Bradley, Leesburg, $1,894.75 Braska S. Cartwright, Pierceton, $1,807.92 Jose Cruz, Warsaw, $1,230.86 Rebecca Day, Warsaw, $1,118.78 Laura …read more.

Terry Lee Ruff, 70, Nappanee, passed away Monday, Nov. 9, 2015, in Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Terry was born on Nov. 8, 1945, the son of the late Harold and Margaret “Fern” (Losee) Ruff. On Oct. 17, 1981, he married Laura Whalen in Osceola. Terry is survived by his loving wife of 34 years: Laura; …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library NAPPANEE — The following are upcoming events and news for the Nappanee Public Library. The Tree of Honor In honor of Indiana Veterans and to help increase awareness of the sacrifices made by service members and their families, the Nappanee Center is decorating a special tree this …read more.

Bonnie Isabelle (Brumbaugh) Ressler was born a valentine on Feb. 14, 1927. She grew up in Gravelton, one of ten children of Clarence and Hazel (Clouse) Brumbaugh. Bonnie graduated from New Paris High School in 1945. On Jan. 14, 1950 she married Dale Ressler and they made their home in the Nappanee area where they …read more.

Kina and husband Tim, center, stand with members of Ghost Asylum, a television show on Destination America. [EDITOR’S NOTE: The following story is one of a two part story detailing a local woman and organization’s account of her encounters with the paranormal. Read part two here.] NAPPANEE — With the passing of another Halloween in …read more.

NAPPANEE —Isaac X. Rosentreter, 19, Woodies Lane, Bremen, is in serious condition after his vehicle collided with a horse on CR 1350N, near CR 1025W. Rosentreter was transported to Community Hospital of Bremen with facial injuries and other abrasions. The accident occurred at 5:51 a.m. today, Nov. 5. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel …read more.

Betty L. Weaver, 87, Goshen, died 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015, at her residence on her mother’s birthday. She had been in failing health for the past year and a half. She was born Nov. 7, 1927 in Nappanee to Charles and Hattie (Stull) Myers. She married Donald Leroy Weaver on June 15, 1946, …read more.

Betty M. Sinclair, 94, passed away at 9:10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, 2015, at Greencroft Nursing Center. She had been a resident there since 2011. She was born June 2, 1921, in Milwaukee, Wis. to Edwin Sr. and Anna (Olesen) Moody. On June 7, 1942, she married Robert “Pat” Sinclair, former Nappanee Mayor, in Porter. …read more.

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NAPPANEE — Upcoming events at Nappanee Public Library include the following: Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Release “Old School” is the next book in the hit series, “Diary of a Wimpy Kid”, and hits bookshelves Nov. 3. The Nappanee Library is throwing a book birthday party to celebrate. Fans of the hilarious chapter books, illustrating the challenges of school life, will enjoy games, activities, and, of course, birthday cake, on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Ages seven through twelve are invited, and participants will be registered to win a copy of the new book.

By JOY LOHSE Marketing Director WARSAW — MedStat will open a new, full-service, urgent-care and occupational health clinic Friday, Nov. 20, in Nappanee. “We are happy to provide nearby urgent care and occupational health for the Nappanee area with a full-service MedStat right in town,” said Kirk Ray, chief executive officer, Kosciusko Community Hospital. “Treating illness …read more.

Allan Robert Willis, 69, Wakarusa, died at 3:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, at his residence. He was born Jan. 2, 1946, in Elkhart to Robert C. and Mary (Mellinger) Willis. Allan lived in Nappanee until his marriage to Linda Shumaker on Oct. 26, 1968 in Wakarusa. Since then they have resided in Wakarusa. Mr. …read more.

NAPPANEE — Elwood P. Dowd (Travis Smith) has a best friend, Harvey. Problem is, Harvey is a 6-and-a-half-foot rabbit who no one else can see. “Harvey” is on stage at Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre in Nappanee through Nov. 8.

NAPPANEE — One of the most successful and popular plays ever written, the Pulitzer Prize winning “Harvey” by Mary Chase will open at The Round Barn Theatre beginning Wednesday, Oct. 21, on the Joseph Stein Stage and continues through Sunday, Nov. 8. “Harvey” tells the tale of Elwood P. Dowd, an eccentric man with an …read more.

Henry (Hank) B. Mullet, 93, of Nappanee, died at 7 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015, at Heritage House Assisted Living, where he had been living for two and a half years. He was born on June 25, 1922, in Nappanee, to Benedict and Fannie (Miller) Mullet. He was a lifetime area resident, and a member …read more.

Donna Elaine Baker Sayler Sargent, 65, Nappanee, fell asleep in the hands of our Lord at 7:40 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born Aug. 20, 1950 in Grantsville, W. Va., to Daniel and Geraldine (Richards) Baker. She moved to the Nappanee area in 1998. She was a 1968 graduate of …read more.

ELKHART — The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department responded to an anonymous tip regarding an underage drinking party on Saturday, Oct. 10. The officers went to a residence is the 62000 block of CR 1. At the residence, officers found multiple people under the age of 1 who had been consuming alcoholic beverages. One of those individuals was was Syracuse.

Ralph L. Greene, age 94, of Elkhart and formerly of Nappanee, died Oct. 7, 2015, at Hubbard Hill Estates, where he has resided since January 2, 2007. Ralph was born July 29, 1921, to Harry and Grace (Lamb) Greene in Nappanee. He graduated from Nappanee High School in 1939. He continued his education at Fort …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Makey Makey Makey Makey is now a reoccurring program at the library. Kids in grades 3-5 will experiment with invention kits in new ways from 4-5 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the Cube. Lego Club The Nappanee Public Library Lego Club will meet for …read more.

Ralph L. Greene, 94, of Elkhart and formerly of Nappanee, died Oct. 7, 2015 at Hubbard Hill Estates, where he has resided since Jan. 2, 2007. Ralph was born July 29, 1921 to Harry and Grace (Lamb) Greene in Nappanee. He graduated from Nappanee High School in 1939. He continued his education at Fort Wayne …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgements Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: The Car Company v. Brent Biddle, Elkhart, $394 James Schrock, New Paris, $721 Darcy N. Tomlonson, Bristol, $821 Canterbury House Apartments v. Sara Hinton, Warsaw, $3,370.29 Christy …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 10:46 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, West SR 14, east of South CR 600W, Silver Lake. Driver: Michelle M. Hyden, 38, West 1250S, Akron. Hit a raccoon. Damage up to $2,500. 8:20 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, West CR 100S, east of South CR 500W, …read more.

NAPPANEE — Upcoming events at Nappanee Public Library:

Zachary Mark Borkholder, 2-month-old son of Joey and Cynthia (Plank) Borkholder, Nappanee, died at 1:30 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015, at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. He was born prematurely July 26, at South Bend Memorial Hospital. Surviving are his parents; grandparents: Joseph and Rachel (Yutzy) Plank; Wayne and Irene (Miller) Borkholder, all of …read more.

Mary B. Lord, 73, Nappanee, died at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015, at Riverside Village Nursing Home, where she was admitted a week ago. She was born on Jan. 18, 1942, in Whitley County, to Reuben and Elsa (Watson) Aker. She moved to the Nappanee area six years ago. Mary was a member of …read more.

Lois Ilene Miller, 88, Nappanee, passed away in her home that she shared with her daughter, at 2:05 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25. She was born March 24, 1927, in Elkhart to Albert and Eva Wilson. On Dec. 3, 1966, she married Harold J. Miller, Nappanee, in Hutchinson, Kan. He preceded in death Nov. 2, 2014. Survivors …read more.

Bradley Devon Eby, age 56, Nappanee, died surrounded by his family after a nine year battle with cancer (Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia), at 6:23 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, at James Cancer Hospital at Ohio State Medical Center in Columbus. He was born Sept. 11, 1959, in Elkhart to Devon and Elaine (Neff) Eby. On June …read more.

Betty L. Stutzman of Nappanee passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was 89. Betty was the greatest bestower of fun and adventure on all who knew her. She ice skated like a pro, was a talented seamstress and quilter, voracious reader and worked extra challenging crossword puzzles. She listened …read more.

Kosciusko The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 12:40 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, CR 600W, south of West CR 1300N, Nappanee. Driver: Monica A. Burnett, 24, South Nappanee Street, Nappanee. Burnett lost control of her vehicle on the gravel road, went off the road, hitting a mailbox. Damage up to $5,000. 3:56 p.m. …read more.

Patricia J. Wenger, 84, of Nappanee, died at 12:13 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital under care with IU Goshen Hospice. She was born on Dec. 13, 1930, in Nappanee to Everett “Bag” and Charlotte (Price) Pippen. On Sept. 25, 1953, she married Richard Wenger in the First Brethren Church in …read more.

Earl Dean Helmuth, 24, Nappanee, died at 6:31 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015, in Michigan City, as a result of a drowning accident. He was born March 11, 1991, in Nappanee to Walter Ray and Barbara Sue (Hochstetler) Helmuth. Earl Dean was a lifetime area resident and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. …read more.

MICHIGAN CITY — A 24-year-old man, reported as Earl Helmuth, 24, Nappanee, drowned after being one of six people swept from a Michigan City break wall by a wave Saturday evening, Sept. 19.

NAPPANEE – A recap from NorthWood’s 38-10 win over Wawasee.

John Lorene Hill, 94, of Nappanee, passed away at 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Center for Hospice House in Elkhart. He was born on Oct. 9, 1920, in Shipshewana, to Delbert E. and Blanche E. (Kreighbaum) Hill. He graduated in 1939 from North Webster High School, attended Barber College in Indianapolis, and was a …read more.

Steven Lee Hockert, age 73, of Nappanee, passed away Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born Nov. 6, 1941, at Goshen Hospital to David and Jeanette (Richmond) Hockert. On Jan. 19, 1963, he married Kathleen Mitchell. She survives along with two sons: Tad (Deb) Hockert, Goshen; Matthew Hockert, Nappanee; daughter: Lynli …read more.

By LINDSAY JANCEK U.S. House Communications Director WASHINGTON, D.C. ‚— Rep. Jackie Walorski announced this week’s honoree for her, “Who’s Who in IN-02,” initiative. During a speech on the House floor, Walorski paid tribute to Nappanee Mayor, Larry Thompson, who will soon retire after two decades of public service. “Mayor Thompson has been a dedicated public …read more.

John L. Hill, 94, Nappanee, formerly of North Webster, passed away at 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Center for Hospice House, Elkhart. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster.

NAPPANEE — An Etna Green couple was among nine individuals injured in a two-vehicle accident in Elkhart County Sunday evening, Sept. 13. The accident was on SR 19, south of CR 28, just north of Nappanee. Omar Kauffman, 61, and Ruth Kauffman, 60, both of Etna Green, were transported to an area hospital. Omar Kauffman …read more.

NAPPANEE — Vondee Wood, 38, Warsaw, complained of pain to the head and neck following a three-vehicle accident at 12:53 p.m. today, Monday, Sept. 14. The accident was on SR 19, south of CR 46, north of Nappanee. Elkhart County Police report Ryne Garner, 26, Nappanee, was northbound on SR 19, when his vehicle collided …read more.

LeRoy Helmuth, 92, of Goshen, passed away Sunday morning, Sept. 13, 2015, at Greencroft Healthcare. He was born Dec. 12, 1922, in Nappanee to Henry and Lydiann (Hochstetler) Helmuth. On Jan. 27, 1946, he married Inez J. Slabaugh in Bremen. She survives along with two daughters: Betty (Steven) Hudgins, Valparaiso; and Margaret (John) Weaver, Pleasant …read more.

Melvin R. Miller, 86, a lifetime resident of Nappanee, died at 5:55 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa from complications due to recent hip surgery. He was born March 31, 1929, to Ray J. and Edna (Miller) Miller. He married Gertrude Miller on Aug. 24, 1958. Melvin is survived by his …read more.

NAPPANEE — Back by popular demand, the Sanders Family returns to the Joseph Stein Stage in “Smoke on the Mountain” at The Round Barn Theatre.

Jane Ellen Trenkner, 89, residing in Elkhart, and formerly of South Bend, passed away on Monday, Sept. 7, 2015, at Hubbard Hills Estates, Elkhart. Jane was born on Oct. 5, 1925, in Nappanee, to the late Charles F. McFall and Mabel I. (Lamb) McFall, and has lived in this area since 1949, coming from Nappanee. …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library American Girls Pajama Party Celebrate the beginning of the American Girls Club season at the Nappanee Public Library with an after-hours pajama party on Friday, Sept. 11. Girls in grades one through five are invited to attend the special event, held from 7-11 p.m. Come in your …read more.

Truman L. Martin, 90, of Nappanee, peacefully passed away after a brief illness at his home at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015. He was born July 12, 1925, in Harrison Township, to Willis and Nellie (Culp) Martin. He was a lifetime area resident. Truman was a dairy farmer, and part owner of Sta-Fast Hitches …read more.

American Legion Post 154, Nappanee, will host a 50 mile plus, police-escorted ride “9-11, Ride to Remember,” Saturday, Sept. 12.

Lydia Mae Burkey, age 94, passed away at 7:35 am, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa. She was born Sept. 21, 1920, in Marshall County to Joseph and Emma (Miller) Schwartz. Mrs. Burkey was a lifetime area resident. She was married to Paul L. Burkey Nov. 2, 1941, in Nappanee. He preceded …read more.

Ronald J. Ruiz, age 62, of South Bend, formerly of Wakarusa and Nappanee, died unexpectedly in Temple, Texas, at 8:18 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015. He was born August 5, 1953 in Elkhart  to Victor and Bernice (Bonner) Ruiz. He was married to Marilyn Cowles. She preceded him in death February 22, 2010. Ron had …read more.

Phil Keiser, chief executive officer of Culver’s, the frozen custard restaurant chain, visited his alma mater, NorthWood High School, during a two-day stay in his hometown of Nappanee, Thursday and Friday, Aug. 27 and 28. Keiser and his wife, Betsy (Best), both graduated from NorthWood in 1974 and married three years later. Currently living in …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communications Specialist, Nappanee Public Library NAPPANEE — Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Candlemaking Students in grades six and up are invited to make hand-poured color block candles using wax, old crayons, and other supplied materials, at the next Teen Tuesday program at the library. Meet in the cube from …read more.

NAPPANEE – Bailey Watkins and Baylee McIntire led their respective Triton teams at Saturday’s NorthWood Cross Country Invitational.

Paula Bixler, age 60, of Elkhart, passed away at 6:33 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, at Eastlake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Elkhart after a long illness. She was born April 5, 1955, in Dayton, Ohio, to Paul and Ruth (Lunsford) Dawson. She moved to Michigan in 1985, and then to Indiana in 2014. She …read more.

NAPPANEE – It started with the rookies and ended with the veterans as Warsaw used speed and cleverness to defeat NorthWood, 4-0, in varsity soccer Thursday at Nappanee Elementary, home of the Panthers.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Mark Alspaugh, Warsaw, $4,813.22 Karen Barnes, Warsaw, $874.15 Debora Bolen, North Manchester, $1,661.54 Gabriel Bollinger, Leesburg, $4,413.06 Emerson C. Butts, Warsaw, $2,401.77 Zachary …read more.

Jill McLean Stover, age 81, passed away peacefully at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, 2015, surrounded by family at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Milford. She was born in Hillsdale, MI on July 6, 1934.  Jill graduated from Hillsdale High School in  1952 and married her husband of 60 years, Bob Stover, at the end …read more.

Larry L. Herr, 72, Nappanee, died at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 2015, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. For several years, he had suffered from complications of diabetes. Larry was born Jan. 21, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was adopted by Floyd B. and Lulu (Berger) Herr, and graduated from Wakarusa High School in 1961. …read more.

Grace Quinn Schmucker, infant daughter of Myron and Joanna (Yoder) Schmucker, Nappanee, was stillborn at 10:15 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital. Grace is survived by her parents; brothers: Bentley Dwight; and Brent Alan, at home; maternal grandparents: Orlin and Betty (Miller) Yoder, Nappanee; and paternal grandparents: Owen and Norma (Stutzman) Schmucker, …read more.

Debra J. Freed, 62, Nappanee, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, from natural causes at her daughter’s residence. She had been in ill health for an extended period of time. She was born Feb. 26, 1953, in South Bend, and has lived in Nappanee since 1975. She worked at the Elkhart Truth as a District Manager …read more.

NAPPANEE — The Main Street Coffee House will sponsor the next Pinterest Night at the Nappanee Library.

Darlene J. Conrad, age 91, of Nappanee, died at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at the home of her niece in Syracuse, after a short illness. She was born March 8, 1924, in Scott Township to Ivan and Daisy (Pippenger) Haney. On June 12, 1943, she married Lowell “Dutch” Conrad in Eaton Town New Jersey. …read more.

Esther Chupp, age 82, of Nappanee, died peacefully at 3:15 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at The Maples in Goshen. She had been a resident there since July 24, 2015. She was born Sept. 14, 1932, in Middlebury to Abe and Lydia (Miller) Lehman. She was raised in Middlebury and lived her lifetime in the Goshen/Nappanee area. …read more.

Irma Jean “Dee” Leavitt passed peacefully from this life at 5 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Greencroft Health Center, Goshen. Irma Jean was born to Lee and Lilian (Hoffman) Schlager Sept. 24, 1927, in Canton, Mo. She graduated from Canton High School in 1945 and Culver Stockton College in 1949. On April 28, 1951, she …read more.

NAPPANEE – A pair of hard-hitting teams – Predators Softball and Bible Baptist Church of Wakarusa – won the Thursday night and Friday night softball leagues in Nappanee.

PLYMOUTH — Vincent Simone Carnegie, 52, Plymouth, has been arrested and initially charged with possession of stolen property, valued over $50,000. He has been booked in the Marshall County Jail on $3,000 cash bond.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Quilt Guild The Nappanee Quilt Guild, a club for those interested in new quilting techniques, meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Nappanee Public Library.  Members will meet at the library next from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. …read more.

By CAPT. JAMES L. BRADBERRY Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department NAPPANEE- Officers from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of a paraglider that had crashed into a cornfield west of 71182 CR 9 in Nappanee, Friday evening, Aug. 7. The pilot, who was identified as 29-year-old Seth Hochstetler of Nappanee, was found approximately …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Lee Anne Stewart Fusion dancers are gearing up for the 2015-2016 season with a week of intensives. The dancers on this competitive dance team come in to the studio to work on technique, bond as a team, and work on new choreography.

Patricia L. “Pat” Eaton, age 65, of Wakarusa, died at 9 p.m. Wednesday, August 5, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa. She had been in ill health since April.  Patricia was born Feb. 27, 1950, in North Manchester to Arlo and Mary Helen (Brookins) Spangle. Patricia was a graduate of Manchester College and received her Master’s …read more.

Leah Ann Adams, 46, of Nappanee, died peacefully at her home with her parents and family by her side at 8:45 a.m. Aug. 2, 2015, 10 month illness.  She was born April 5, 1969, in Marshall, Mich. She was a lifetime area resident. Leah was a 1987 graduate of NorthWood High School, and was a cabinet maker …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Nappanee’s ‘Movies in the Park’ series continues with a showing of “Back to the Future” at West Side Park on 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, family and friends to watch this 1985 sci-fi adventure starring …read more.

Mardell J. Berger, age 88, Nappanee, died peacefully surrounded by her family at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2015, at her residence. She was born Jan. 1, 1927, in Bremen to Arthur and Helen (Wells) Heckaman. She was a lifetime area resident. She worked at Ball Band in Mishawaka, and was a sewer for Phoenix, …read more.

David W. Mattern, 32, of Mishawaka, formerly of Nappanee, died unexpectedly at 2:50 p.m., Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at his residence of natural causes. He was born June 11, 1983, in Elkhart to Dennis and Kathy (Bennett) Mattern. David was a lifetime resident of this area. He was a graduate of NorthWood High School and …read more.

David W. Mattern, age 32, of Mishawaka, formerly of Nappanee, died unexpectedly at 2:50 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at his residence of natural causes. He was born June 11, 1983, in Elkhart to Dennis and Kathy (Bennett) Mattern. David was a lifetime resident of this area. He was a graduate of NorthWood High School …read more.

Dale E. Weaver, age 86, of Nappanee, died at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor. He was born on Jan. 18, 1929, in Goshen, to Floyd and Goldie (Miller) Weaver. He was a lifetime area resident. Dale worked as a wood worker for Mutschler’s Kitchen, and then Nappanee Wood. Dale enjoyed …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library NAPPANEE — Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Free Willy Movie And Swim Rescheduled Nappanee’s Movies in the Park series continues with a rescheduled showing of “Free Willy” at the public pool at 9 p.m. Friday, July 31. All ages are invited to watch this …read more.

Chad A. Newcomer, 42, of Nappanee, passed away Saturday evening, July 25, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital after a year and a half battle with cancer. He was born in Goshen on Oct. 15, 1972, to Donald and Karla (Fowler) Newcomer. On Nov. 13, 1992, he married Shelly Price in Goshen. She survives along with a daughter: …read more.

Esther Hershberger, age 77, of Nappanee, died at 2:40 p.m. Sunday, July 26, 2015. She was born March 26, 1938, to Daniel M. and Iona (Helmuth) Kuhns. On April 11, 1961, she married Alvin E. Hershberger in Nappanee. Mrs. Hershberger is survived by her husband: Alvin; children: Arlin Hershberger; Wanda Hershberger; Carlisle Hershberger, all of …read more.

NAPPANEE — Wa-Nee School Superintendent, Joe Sabo, is looking forward to another exemplary school year in 2015-2016, and is excited to announce the availability for parents to register their students online.  For students returning to Wa-Nee Community Schools for 2015-16, the online registration and data validation is now in place and available for parents to …read more.

With the grace of God at her side, Mary Rose Young, 88, of Nappanee, died peacefully at her son, Kendall’s home at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2015. She had been in ill health for six weeks. She was born Sept. 12, 1926, in South Bend to Scott and Effie June (Schott) Harris. On July …read more.

Mina Ethel McPheeters, 85, Nappanee, died at 12:10 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at her residence. She was born June 28, 1930, in Terre Haute to Burton Eli and Mary (Kline) Krackenberger. She married Paul E. McPheeters Feb. 25, 1951 in Terre Haute. He preceded in death Aug. 1, 1990. Mrs. McPheeters had worked as …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:36 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, East South Street, west of North Old SR 15, Milford. Drivers: Myrtle R. Mullins, 67, East LaPointe Drive., Milford, and Debbie L. Henson, 59, East South Street, Milford. Mullins was backing out of a driveway and struck the …read more.

NAPPANEE — A 6-month-old and 2-year-old were flown to Parkview Hospital after a truck hit the horse drawn buggy they were ridding in. The accident occurred at 4:27 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at SR 19 and CR 50, north of Nappanee.

Nappanee Missionary Church’s Men’s Ministry is hosting the 5th Annual Classic Car & Cycle Cruise-In from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Heritage Pavilion, located in the northwest corner of the church’s property. Vehicle registration begins at 5 p.m. Prizes will be awarded in various categories. Hamburgers, hot dogs and more …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting NAPPANEE — The board of trustees at the Nappanee Public Library will meet in regular session at 7 a.m. Thursday, July 23, at 157 N. Main St. The public is invited to attend. The Science of Superman Watch in amazement as Professor Steve …read more.

Roger Richmond, 64, Nappanee, died of natural causes at 12:45 p.m. Friday, July 17, 2015, at his home. He was born Feb. 22, 1951, in Bremen to Robert and Betty (Hartzell) Richmond. On Feb. 14, 1981, he married Judy Haines. She preceded in death Sept. 5, 1995. Mr. Richmond moved to Nappanee in 1999. He retired from Gulfstream …read more.

Roger Richmond, 64, of Nappanee, died of natural causes at 12:45 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2015, at his home. He was born Feb. 22, 1951, in Bremen to Robert and Betty (Hartzell) Richmond. On Feb. 14, 1981, he married Judy Haines. She preceded in death Sept. 5, 1995. Mr. Richmond moved to Nappanee in 1999. …read more.

Lewis E. Yoder, age 86, of Nappanee, died at 4:45 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 2015, at Elkhart Hospice House after  a short illness. He was born Sept. 30, 1928 in Bremen to Elva E. and Lydiann (Mast) Yoder. On July 1, 1950, he married Doris Marie Sparks in Pierceton. She preceded in death April 15, 2000.  …read more.

Beth A. Perry, age 60, of Elkhart, formerly of Nappanee, died at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2015, at her residence from a year and a half battle with metastatic melanoma. She was born on Jan. 7, 1955 in Elkhart to John L. and Lucille J. (Wiersma) Mellinger. She was a lifetime area resident. Beth …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Library Tour Did you know you could use a VHS to DVD converter or check out a portable die cut machine at the Nappanee Public Library? How about ”Kill-a-watt” meters or jigsaw puzzles? There are more than books at the Library! New cardholders and those interested in …read more.

JoAnn (Shively) Shirk Bruland, 81, residing in South Bend, Indiana passed away at 10:53 p.m. Sunday, July 12, 2015, at her home. JoAnn was born on May 13, 1934 in Nappanee, to the late Warren A. Shively and Leona (Harter) Shively, and has lived in the South Bend area since 1998. She is a graduate …read more.

Jake J. Coblentz Jr. age 71, of Nappanee, died at 2:45 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital.  He fought a courageous fight with cancer for 6 years. He was born April 6, 1944 in Farmington Township, OH to Jake J. Sr. and Martha (Miller) Coblentz. Mr. Coblentz moved to Indiana in …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Heroes and Legends Show Meet master storyteller and musician, Paul Odenwelder, at his campsite at the library from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 14. Kids of all ages will enjoy hearing the legends of Casey Jones, Davy Crockett, Paul Bunyan, and more. Cheer on your …read more.

The following is a list of Fourth of July weekend fireworks displays and special events. AKRON Thursday, July 2, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Akron Carnegie Public Library book sale Friday, July 3, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Akron Carnegie Public Library book sale Friday, July 3, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Akron Area Arts …read more.