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Celebrating Our 12th Year! Volume 12, Issue 2 “apaperfm thpeopk” Febuary 2005 Historical Society Too Much Water for Greentown’s Plant “Bums”Mortgage The 3” snowfall of Jan. 8 and about 5’’ of rain from Jan. 9 through 13. coupled \\ ith saturated ground, caused two problems for the Greentown WasteM’aterTreatinciit Plant. Fir$ the amount going into the plan1 exeeded its permit level of‘420.000 gallonr per day. When pump capacity of 1.5 million gallons per day is excecded, ‘ the excess untreatcd swage, mixed M ith rain and ground water, is diverted into Brunk Ditch near it3 confluence with Wildcat Creek. This i\ the eighth time this ycar such a di\crsion ha5 happcncd and is the reason that Greento\\ n is under a ban from thc Indiaii,i Dcpartnient of kii\ ironmcntal Management (IDtM) agaiiist adding more sewer hookups to the existing Where IS all the Extra Water pump is operating. This information system. Coming From? will be compared with previous data to The second problem associated with In a continuing search for the determine how much water was these rains is that Wildcat Creek rose sources of infiltration of rain and removed from the system by the so high that it was backing up into the ground water into Greentown’s application of the spray-on linings. final holding tank of treated water sanitary sewers, Steve Rule, Acting At the January Town Council before it is released into Brunk Ditch. Wastewater Operator, has checked meeting, councilman Craig Trott asked The outflow gate had to be shut, about 75 manholes and found major Rule to compile a list of leaking forcing the town to pump the discharge infiltration problems in 1 1. The ones manholes and prioritize according to over the hill and into Brunk Ditch. If in the Meadows and Willow Glen severity. Trott said, “We need to start The Greentown Hisorical Society this action had not been taken, the subdivisions with problems (3 in the knocking them down (solving the held a “mortgage burning” ceremony building at the lower level of the plant Meadows and 1 in Willow Glen) have leaking) one by one.” January 16, 2005. The date was 4 would have flooded with ensuing been repaired using a spray-on lining. Although the manholes in the years to the day that a mortgage was damage to the pumps and electrical Monitoring of the lift station which Meadows and Willow Glen are taken out on the building at 103 E. system. The accompanying photo is serves the 2 subdivisions is being done relatively new, much of the town’s Main Street. In addition to paying the of this pumping action. loan, the organization completely to determine the number of hours the sanitary infrastructure is aging, renovated the building to use as a Peddler Ordinance history center. Many gifts from individuals, organizations, and the Enacted Change of Ownership Town of Greentown, as well as The Greentown Town Council numerous fund raising activities made approved an ordinance “Regulating in Funeral Homes it possible. A copy of the actual peddlers, solicitors and itinerant A three-way partnership has been Grecu will be active in all locations document was used in the ceremony. merchants in the town of Greentown, formed between Bob and Nancy but especially at the Grecu Chapel. In the photo are Ron Simpson, Indiana” on Jan. 4. It replaced a 1953 Hasler, Jeff and Bethanne Stout, and Bob Hasler came to Greentown in president; and Barbara Middleton, ordinance on the same subject. Under Bill and Lyn Shirley to operate four 1972 and was a partner with Gene and treasurer. the ordinance, a license is required at a funeral homes in Howard County. The Joanna Pickett. He is married to Photo by Rachel Jenkins fee of $10 before engaging in any partnership has purchased the Fenn- Nancy Metz, a Greentown native. Bob activity described in the ordinance. Shirley Mortuary at 1315 West has been a licensed funeral director for Utility Reports Exempted are “persons, firms, or Lincoln Road in Kokomo. The 48 years. One year ago the Haslers organizations who solicit funds or sell purchase was made from the Shirley joined Jeff and Bethanne Stout to for December 2004 goods or services for the purpose of Brothers in Indianapolis. That facility operate the Hasler-Stout Funeral Water pumped: 5,288,000 gal. raising revenue on behalf of not-for- will now be the Shirley & Stout Home. Jeff and Bethanne are both Wastewater flow: 14,212,000 gal. profit organizations”. Peddling and Lincoln Road Chapel. The Russiaville licensed funeral directors, Jeff being Rainfall: 1.6” solicitation can only take place facility will remain Stout and Son the 5‘h generation of the Stout and Son Snowfall: 9.0” between 9:OO a.m. and 6:OO p.m. All Funeral Home. The Greentown Funeral Home in Russiaville. Bill and peddlers or solicitors shall exhibit their facility will remain Hasler-Stout Lyn Shirley have been associated with FEBRUARY licenses at the request of any person. Funeral Home. A fourth location the Fenn-Shirley Mortuary for 44 2 GROUND H.OGDAY A fine not to exceed $250 may be affected by the partnership is the years. Lyn is a retired school teacher. 9 ASH WEDNESDAY imposed for violation ofthe ordinance. building at 414 W. Jefferson St., Matt Grecu, another Howard County 14 VALENTINE’S DAY The complete ordinance can be seen at Kokomo, which once housed Peacock native, is a licensed funeral director. Funeral Home. This will become His wife, Debbie, is a teacher at Our 21 PRESIDENTS’DAY I the Utility Office, 112N. Meridian St., Greentown. Shirley & Stout Grecu Chapel. Matt Redeemer Lutheran Church School. Page 2 February 2005 The Greentown Grapevine

rhe Heartstrinps Orchestra GREENTOWN GRAPEVINE Fund Raiser PO Box 94 Feb. 8, 6:30 p.m. in Eastern Greentown, IN 46936 safety with horses with Greentown (765) 628-3694 Cafeteria important information to help learn ’ublished the first Tuesday of each Italian dinner for couples, groups, etc. Ash Wednesdav Services nonth by the efforts of individuals the basics Of horse care and From 5-7 PM Tickets $1 0 each. Please Feb. 9,6:00 p.m. at Hillsdale U.M. ind the Greentown Area Residential grooming. The 2005 calendar for the Call Arlene at the Church. Church, 4893 E 100 N issociation. horse program will be discussed, and Dan’s Fish &Tenderloin Fry listributed free at Greentown area program assistants Kirsten Ennis, and Howard Countv 4-H Fair February 19, 4:30-8:OO p.m., at minesses. Sarah-Ruth Egel will be introduced. July 11-16 Greentown Assemble of God, Corner Subscriptions available For further information call Bonnie Greentown Pump Fest of Gladstone & Payton 12 issues for $20. Flynn (883-5420) or Cindy Keene Saturday, Sept. 17 Lions Fish &Tenderloin FIT Staff (628-2979) Branson Trir, Dec. 2005 Monday, Feb. 28, 4-8 p.m. at Rachel Jenkins . Hunter-Gatherer Baseball Repistration- Dec. 7 - 10 Four days and 3 nights. The Greentown Youth Baseball Eastern High School Cafeteria Included in the trip are seven shows, Ganiece Schaaf Advertising Mgr. Wednesdav Fellowship Meals Joyce Higginbottom Flash Backs League (EHGJBL) is hosting their seven meals, bus fare and 3 nights at First United Methodist Fellowship lodging. Call for more information. Tonya McCown . . . Subscriptions Spring registration at Eastern High School on Saturday, February 19 Hall, 5:30 p.m. Call Church office, Don and Judy Winger, 765-628-32 17. The March 2005 Grapevine will be from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. All kids 628-3 187 for reservation. Free will published March 1. donation. You are invited to bring a Advertising copy should be interested in playing baseball for 2005 submitted by February 15. Contact MUST register at this time. This is the dessert to share. Ganiece Schaaf, 765-628-2035 or only registration for all leagues ages 4- 50 Plus Club Join 600,000 email [email protected] 15. Anyone already assigned to a team 4‘h Tuesday of each month, 11:30 for business advertising information. a.m. at First United Methodist News items should be submitted by must also register at this time. - - - ~~~ ___ -~ February 22. Contact Rachel Jenkins, Questions can be directed to League Fellowship Hall, Greentown. Homeowners! 765-628-3564 or e-mail Secretary, Dana Horvath at 437-2394. Call Geneva at 628-0527 or [email protected] for classified Rosemary at 628-7177 for Join more than 600,000 customers The new website is who insure their homes and mobile advertising or news releases. When reservations. h tt p ://eh gj b I. babe r u t h n etw o rk .c o m . homes with us! With that many submitting material for Please access the website for news and Breakfast at Masonic Lodge Satisfied customers, we must be publication, please include name announcements. 4th Saturdays from 7 to 9:30 a.m. doing something right - like pro- and Dhone number. Parks & Trails Committee Coffee & Donuts at the Libraw viding quality protection at low cost and claims service that is second- Feb. 9 9:OO a.m. at Greentown Saturdays from 9:OO a.m. 1:00 - to-none ! Meetings & Events Public Library. Call 628-3460 for p.m. Free coffee and donuts. MEETINGS information. OTHER Just for K.I.C.K.S. Town Council Singles in Asriculture Feb. 18 7:OO - 9:OO p.m. at All Council meetings are in Feb. 17-20 The National convention the City Building Greentown Public Library. (Kids into for Singles in Agriculture will be Collecting Kool Stamps) Youth Feb. 1 Caucus 6:45 held in Jefferson City, MO. For more Regular Meeting 7:30 Stamp Club. Open to all Indiana information, call terry Shrock, IN Mar. 1 Caucus and Regular Meeting youth between the ages of 5 and 18. Chapter President, at 765-628-3237. Howard Countv Contact Gina Taylor for information, 628-06 15. The FireShaq Youth Center Comprehensive Plan is open the first and third weekends Presentations of the draft of the for Middle and High School Howard County Comprehensive Plan LET’S EAT Students from 8:OO - 1 1 :00 p.m. will be held on Feb. 3 at the each 11ight. following times and locations: Fat Tuesday Pancake Dinner Feb. 8, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Hillsdale EHpas Schedule 9:30 a.m. - 11:OO a.m. Grentown U.M. Church, 4893 E 100 N Free Will A Midsummer Night’s Dream Feb. Public Library, 42 1 S. Harrison St. Offering 12,2005 8:OO p.m. $1 6 3:30 - 5:OO p.m. Russiaville Branch, Country Breakfast Children’s Performances Kokomo-Howard County Public A MidsummerNight’s Dream Feb* Library, 3 15 Mesa Dr. Feb. 12, 7:OO - 1O:OO a.m. Hillsdale U.M. Church 14, 1O:OO a.m. Norris Insurance 7:OO - 8:30 p.m. Howard County “We’ll Come Running” Government Center, Hearing Room 765-628-7572 (No. 101) 120 E. Mulberry St. Eastern School Events The Comprehensive Plan sets public Feb. 7 PTO Meeting 6:30 Ji&-ownerS firunce policies guiding growth and Feb. 11 PTO Shark Tales Movie Night 6:30 Life Home Car Business development for rural Howard For more information, call 765-628-3391 or go to www.eastern.kl2.in.u~ Th%bP&Pm&. County. This is an opportunity for giving your opinion on how Howard County should grow in the future. Your comments and suggestions will be welcomed. Greentown Animal Hospital Eastern Howard School Board Small Animal Practice 1 Tuesday, Feb. 15 6:30 p.m. at Adm...... office, 221 W. Main St. Agenda & Minutes at ! Science Diet www.eastern. k 12.in .us : Food Products !.; 628-7834 AnvFlea10%OFF ;i 4-H Horse and Ponv Meeting :1 coupon per purchase : There will be an informational : (Excludes Single Cans or Treats) : meeting held on Wednesday, February 2, 2005, at 6:30 P.M. in room 10 at the Howard County Government Building on 120 E. @jro3 ; Mulberry in Kokomo. Any child in ...... *...... grade Kindergarten to Second grade The Greentown Grapevine Februav 2005 Page 3

Howard County Residents rn Are Reminded to Obtain QUILTING MACHINE 8~ Harris Re-elected Pump Fest to Improvement Location FRAME President of Council Permits for Repairs to Juki Quilting Machine and Quilt- Be UnderNew Damaged Structures Easy Quilting Frame. Brand New. In the annual reorganization of the Greentown Town Council, James Residents of Kokomo and Howard $900.00. Harris was re-elected President and Leadership are reminded that with the recent The 2005 GreentownI Pump Fest, Cathy Dietrich 452-5702 draig Trott, Vice President. The flooding disaster, many structures in which will be Saturday, Sept. 17, will the community may have experienced FIREWOOD Council reta’ined the firm of King and be headed by a team of three. Rachel structural damage. Repairs and/or Seasoned & split. Delivered. Scott as attorney and all town Jenkins, Terri Sommers, and Lisa reconstruction activities to structures $5 Olr i ck employees were rehired. The Plan Stout will share responsibilities and that are located in the floodplain and 765-434-3 134 Commission elected Gary Lacy as were damaged due to the disaster will Leave message. Chairman, oan Adams as Vice will have numerous sub-committee chairs. An important chairman will be require a local improvement location CASH FOR FIREARMS Chairman, and Don Downs as Secretary. The Board of Zoning Dave Turner, who will be Vendor permit from the Kokomo - Howard Ammo, Military Equip, U.S. and Appeals elected Mike Sheridan Chair. Rachel will be in charge of County Plan Commission. It is Foreign Coins & Paper Money, Pocket publicity. Terri will be in charge of required by the Kokomo and Howard Watches, Swords, Private Collector, Chairman, Tom Harper Vice entertainment and any new attractions. County Flood Hazard Areas Please 1v. Msg. if not home. Chairman, and Don Downs Secretary. Ordinances. Failure to obtain the Lisa will schedule workers for the free 765-457-9073 S-05 Members Needed for necessary permits can result in fines kids’ games. There is interest in an art Park Board show, and if it is possible, Lisa will up to $500.00. In addition, GOATS FOR SALE the formation of the first In chair that project. depending on a property’s location, a Kids and milkers. 765-628-3564 Greentown Advisory Park Board, one permit may be required from the This will be the 7‘h Pump Fest, member is to be from each of the Indiana Department of Natural REAL ESTATE named for the town pump which once town’s five wards. Three persons have Resources prior to the start of any Auctions of farmland and equipment. was at the northwest comer of Main been nominated; Stan Zirkle from reconstruction activity. Schrader Real Estate & Auction Co. and Meridian Streets, and which was a Ward 1, Robin Hainlen from Ward 3, For more information on the Loren E. Winger, CAI for 20 years. popular gathering place for and Jolene Rule from Ward 4. permitting process, contact the Plan Midwest Farm Specialist. 800-351- townspeople and visitors from out of Interested persons from Wards 2 and 5 Commission at 120 E. Mulberry, 0588 or Don Winger 628-3217. town. Thus the Pump Fest has adopted are asked to contact a Council member Suite 114, Kokomo, In 46901 (765) the slogan, “Let’s Meet at the Pump”. 456-2330. Community Choir or call the Utility office at 628-3263. The Pump Fest is a project of Wards 2 and 5are on the west side of Greentown Main Street Association. Read Your Phone Sets Goal of 100 town. The appointment is for one Anyone interested in securing booth year and is without compensation. The Greentown Community Choir, a space can contact Dave Turner at 765- Questions about the powers and duties Bill Carefully ministry ofthe Greentown~i~i~~~~i~l 628-26 12. For other inquiries, call can be obtained from the Utility office. The Greentown Historical Society Association, will be participating in Rachelat628-3564,Terriat628-016I7 recently had an unexplained charge on the Community Good Friday Service Donation or Lisa at 628-7674. The Council approved a donation of their phone bill. It was a collect call, on Friday, March 25,2005. Dan’s Fish & Tenderloin Fly which no one remembered accepting. Anyone in the Howard County area $5,000 to Greentown Main Street With a little investigation Treasurer is invited to participate in the choir for Association to provide funds toward February 19,2005 Barbara Middleton and 2”d Vice the evening’s service. A goal of 100 the Parks and Trails project. Greentown Assembly of God voices from across the county has been Leasing President Rachel Jenkins discovered Corner of Gladstone & Payton set for the choir. Councilman Todd Everling is the society had been scammed! The 4:30 p.m. - 8:OO p.m. call was reported on the bill to come For more information regarding the interested in comparing cost of leasing community choir, contact Mike Buck town vehicles with owning them. He Pre-Sale Adults $7.50 from OAN Services. Research At the Door$8.00 indicated that OAN Services, Inc. is a at 628-3000 or 395-3565, or email to was asked to report his findings to the Children $4.00 (6-11 years) clearinghouse for a charge from greentowncommunitychoir@pkfamil Council. Free (5 and under) Nationwide Connect, Inc. Somehow y.com. they get away with charging a collect call to you by virtue of your phone being answered, either by you or your answering machine. If you answer your phone and there is silence on the other end, it may be this scam. In the society’s case, the answering machine picked up a call when no one was in Lighthouse the building. Middleton was successful in having Family DiVLiVLg the charge removed from the phone NW corner of stoplight in Greentown bill. So the lesson to be learned is to (765) 628-7554 carefully read the charges on phone bills, and if there is an unexplained Valentine’s Day is Fast Approaching! Avoid long waits in collect call, to question it with the phone company. Kokomo and make your reservations with us today!

GREENTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY ~NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN~NNNNNN~NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN, 420 S Harrison 628-3534 fax: 628-3759 Margi Bontrager, Director ADULT & TEEN CHILDREN’S LIBRARY Friday, llthand Saturday, 12thwe will be having 301 S. Meridian Str. W/F 8am - 4pm Greentown candlelight dining and our Specials will be.. . T/IH 8am - 8pm 628-2882 Sat. 9am - lpm SCHOOL YEAR HOURS: Bogie’s Famous Fish and Shrimp Dinner with choice oftwo sides.. .$11.99 MN/IH/F 8am - 4pm SUMMER HOURS: Tuesday 8am - 4 pm 10 oz Black Angus Sirloin Dinner with choice oftwo sides.. .$11.99 MMIIF 9am - 4pm & 6am- 8pm T/IH 9am-8pm 8 oz Ribeye Dinner with choice of two sides. .. $9.99 Sat. 9am - 1 pm SUMMER HOURS: M/I/IH/F 9am - 4pm Page 4 Februaty 2005 The Greentown Grapevine National Greentown Glass Association Hosts I1 WOULD YOU LIKE 70 FE€L B€77€R, Educational Meeting 1: HA V€ MOR€ €N€RGX 10% W€lGH7p The NGGA held an educational

~ Then Shaklee all Natural Nutritional Supplement & meeting January 18 at the Greentown 1 Environmentally Sale Cleaners are just what you Public Library. Jim Teter, Museum are wanting and needing!! All products in inventory! Board President, presented a program No high shipping charges entitled "Is it Real or Reproduction?" will deliver to vour door to approximately 35 attendees. Teter Interested? offered tips to help collectors identify Call Me! Karen Hainlen authentic Greentown Glass. Many 765-395-37 15 examples of authentic and reproduction pieces were available for the participants to study. The NGGA Turn your old plans to continue these programs on T-Shi r t s various aspects of collecting & Sweatshirts Greentown Glass. The next program is into memories scheduled for April 19,2005. There is with a T-shirt no charge for these programs and they Comforter are open to the general public. For additional information, please call Call 765-628-2233 or e-mail TINA LEA j [email protected]. I 765.455.85 14 or 765.432.1317 I A Valentine's Wish by Kent E. Shrock Financial Advisor Photo by Rachel Jenkins P'Sh, Salon and Day Spa Men let's face it, Valentine's Day is one of February's biggest highlights. 623 E. Markland Ave., Kokomo, In 46901 Old Tree Loses Three It's all about showing the women in our life that we love them. While both Sarah Parker Main Branches sides express their love for each Nail Technician other on Feb 14th, planning a A tree in the yard of Martha Lou Zirkle, 508 E. Main St., successful Valentine's date rests Skin Care Therapist Greentown, lost 3 large branches about 1O:OO on the (765) 457-7470 heavily on the man's shoulders. In morning of Jan. 6. A combination of ice and snow was some households, setting up a Gift Certificates Available (765) 437-291 6 cell iust too much for the old tree. family's financial plan is similar. Many I," I-. The weather had caused a power outage in several times the men tend to be the most homes. Martha Lou was without power and was in bed involved in making a family's financial trying to stay warm when the branches came down, one planning decisions. However, there are many reasons to encourage the brushing against her bedroom window. She said the sound women in our lives to become an of the ice on the window sounded like breaking glass. influential decision maker in the ,Another branch narrowly missed her garage and a third fell financial planning process. across a wooden fence. According to Social Security Online, Don Hoover and son-in-law Mark Richards came to women have longer life expectancies Martha Lou's aid and cleared the wood away. than men. This means that many +Vinyl Siding & Soffits women are likely to be the sole -+ 5" Seamless Guttering caretaker of their family's wealth, and Delbert Hostetler tend to have a greater need for the 5547 N. 800 E. INSURED income generated by those Greentown, IN 46936 FREE ESTIMATES subscription to: investments. The Bureau of Census reports that at some point in their lives, 9 out of 10 women will be solely responsible for their family's finances. Faith Apostolic Lighthouse Inc. These statistics show us the MARCIA ELLIS incredible need for women to be well 332 W Payton St., Greentown, IN VULTI-MILLION DOLLAR PRODUCER Sundav Services: 1808 Dogwood Drive informed about their family's financial Kokomo. Ih 46902 affairs Morning Service 10 a.m. Offlce (765) 457-7214 Ladies, an easy way to get involved Kids Power Hour 10 a.m. Res (765) 638-3195 in your family's financial planning if Evening Service 6 p.m. Fax (765) 457-5054 To1 Free 1-800 799-4446 you are not already, is to make sure Tues: Bible Study - Thurs: you and your spouse meet with your Adult Class 7 p.m. Youth Service 7 p.m. Hzrdie Group financial advisor together. If you are Teen Class 7 p.m. GMAC without a spouse, build a relationship Juniors Class 7 p.m, For Information Call e I@Y I bb IEI (II SI It< with a trustworthy advisor. While 628-2291 these are simple strategies, you will be well on your way to building the skills needed to play an integral part in managing your family's personal wealth. While I hope that making 616 Harvey Drive Greentown, IN 46936 dinner plans for Valentine's will (Located directly behind Greentown Apartments on Hwy 213) always remain the man's responsibility, it is my desire that Elegant Living for Seniors, Handicapped, women everywhere embrace the or Disabled individuals. opportunity for them to be involved in Rent Based on Income and Rental Assistance their family's financial planning. Sa'es Office 765.628.3243 Home 765.628.3687 765 628-2740 3240 N. 900 E. Cell 765.419.7200 Greentown. IN 46936 Fax 765.628.3279 Jo Ellen Leech - Property Manager They Make the Gmfl!!ePossible The Greentown Grapevine February 2005 Page 5

~ Two Area Natives Receive Happy lstBirthday Happy 13th Birthday Sagamore Awards Cora Feb. 21 January 15,2005 Courtney Lee Wisher and Congratulations on achieving all “A’s” for the lStsemester at Eastern Middle School!

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David live on- a family farm near K’iwanis.’ Renssellaer. She has served on several In 2004, Governor Joseph Kernan state and national boards including the appointed Mike to the newly formed Indiana 4-H Foundation, Indiana Indiana Manufactured Hous i ng En v iron m e n t a I €3 oar d , Pur d u e lnstallers State Board. In the Eastern Elementary Cafeteria. Cyndy Kendall, Certified Aerobics hstructor Agriculture Commission, and state and Mike and his wife Brenda have two Kick boxin g Aerobics Step Aerobics national Pork Producers boards. She daughters, Beth and Shannon, and five 7:30 pm to 8:45 graduated from Eastern High School in grandch i Idren. (similar to the Tae Bo) 1972 and Purdue University in 1976. A Sagamore of the Wabash is the 6:15 pm to 7:30 She recently returned from China highest honor the Governor bestows on where she visited all phases of China’s those who have rendered distinguished CLRCC~WILL YTKRT MRRCHI pork industry. service to the state. Classes to be held every Tues & Thurs evenings. Cost $40.00 8 week session (16 classes) “These classes are designed for the beginner to advanced participant and are total body workouts, including strength training, plus Pilates floor work.” For more info or to pre-register call Cyndy at 395-7667 kgster TLE~~$ tvbch 1. KclQCudng6:CO pm & Step kcilcs7:20pm NEXT SESSION BEGINS &til 26,2005 TOTAL TREE CARE A SHAPlNGlTOPPlNG A DANGEROUS REMOVALS A STUMP REMOVAL A SENIOR DISCOUNTS A 65’ BUCKET TRUCK A 24 HR. STORM SERVICE 765-669-0791 (cell) Jeff Clawson - Owner/Operator Converse, IN Former Lt. Governor Kathy Davis, Danita Rodibaugh, and Assistant FREE ESTIMATES Commissioner of Agriculture Joe Pearson Leave Message Photo provided Pqq? 6 Februaty 200.5 The Greentown Grapevine Heck is Chapter among senior high students. Each Eastern Howard Church and chairs the St. Joseph school is invited to select a "DAR Hospital Advisory Board. He is past Winner in DAR Good Citizen'' with the qualities of Performing Arts chair of the Kokomo-Howard County Dependability, Service, Leadership Chamber of Commerce Board of Good Citizen and Patriotism. The DAR chapter then Society Announces Directors and the past chair of the conducts the local contest to determine New Board Leadership Howard County Economic Scholarship Contest a chapter winner. The contest involves Development Corporation Board of a questionnaire about the student's January 20, 2005 - The Board of Directors. Mr. Shupperd and his Directors of the Eastern Howard high school activities, community partner, Brian Shearer, own Shearer service, future plans, and extra Performing Arts Society (EHpas) is Business Products in Kokomo. pleased to announce two new officers. curricular activities. Each student also Assuming the chair, Mrs. Susan Bank Announces writes a timed essay without reference Kirkpatrick, ofGreentown and the new materials. The winning entry is sent vice-chair will be Mr. Steve Shupperd, on to the next level of judging. New Lender Other DAR Good Citizens are: also of Greentown. These two seats First Farmers Bank & Trust is proud Western - Tracey Todd, daughter of were vacant following the resignations to introduce A. Bart Alexander as our and Lisa Todd. of Dr. Lindan Hill and Verna Rush, new Commercial and Agricultural Northwestern -Mary Cox, daughter of effective the end of December. In at Lender in Howard County. He will The General James Cox Chapter, David and Jane Cox unanimous vote, the board approved serve as Vice President and will be Daughters of the American Kokomo - Kathryn Childs, daughter the new appointments at a special based at the Kokomo North and Revolution, has announced the of Jeff and Judy Childs session on January 13, 2005. Dr. Hill Greentown Offices of FFBT beginning selection of Katherine Heck as the Taylor - Dara Minglin, daughter of cited additional responsibilities at immediately. Bart lives in Greentown Manchester College for his resignation with his wife Susie and their three Chapter Winner of the DAR Good and Bradley and Cheryl Minglin Kokomo Christian- Mary Ladd, and Mrs. Rush, who now winters in daughters and is a lifelong resident of Citizen Scholarship Contest. Florida, felt her absence left the board Howard County. He is a graduate of Katherine is a senior at Eastern High daughter of John and Tisa Ladd short. Both will remain as voting Northwestern High School and Purdue School. She is the daughter of Bill and' The six Good Citizens were honored members on the board. University. Bart brings a wealth of Lisa Heck. Katherine plans to attend by the DAR chapter at a reception Mrs. Kirkpatrick is a life-long knowledge to First Farmers Bank & college majoring in communications Tuesday, January 11, held at Grace resident of Howard county and is Trust with 13 years of retail and or elementary education. United Methodist Church, Kokomo. married to Bryan. Together, they have commercial banking experience in the The Good Citizen program- stresses Each was given a certificate, a pin, and three daughters and farm in Howard area. Bart is an avid outdoorsman as the qualities of Good Citizenship a monetary award. county. She is a member of First he enjoys both hunting and fishing and United Methodist Church of is also active in youth athletics and Greentown, and a Philanthropic activities. He serves as Assistant Education Organization (PEO), Coach to the Eastern Girls Basketball Chapter CY. team, Head Coach for Eastern 5th Mr. Shupperd is also a life-long grade girls team, and also assists at the 800-238-4079 resident of Howard county .and is Howard County Ch i Id ren's Fish in g married to Diane. Together they have Clinic. He attends St Patrick'sCatholic one son and one daughter and he is a Church in Kokoino and is has been a FEBRUARY member of the Kokomo Early Risers member of both Tipton Rotary and Rotary Club, Fairfield Christian Kokomo Kiwanis. IS ALLEN'S BODY SUOP AUTO SHOP * Groundhog Day * St Valentines Day.. President's Day 1245 E. Gano Kokomo, IN i' BUT (corner of US 31 Bypass & Gano) jI All Month Lonq it's TAX Saving's Month! Mon. - Fri. 8:OO - 500 at Brad Howell Ford Save on New and Used Inventory Va LeHap?./ &he( 452-3703 Stop by or Call *Day! Rick Hasty, Sue Ellen Rumple. Tom Denes, Brad Howell or Fred Roesener

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OFFICE TOLL FREE 765-628-0 128 1-877-747-4536 Pr~p8 February 2005 The Greentown Grapevine Spider-Man 2 NEW AT THE LIBRARY: Sumo of the Opera when it snowed there were a lot of FICTION: different birds that were at our feeders. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban uestion of Kathy Little Bird by Benedict & Nancy I, Robot After lunch I looked out the window Freedman Last Train from Gun Hill the Month and saw two male and two female The Sunday Philosophy Club by Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas Alexander McCall Smith Angels in America Cardinals, three male and three female The Last Storyteller by Diane Noble Chickadees, six White-breasted Role of a Lifetime Q The Prodigal by Beverly Lewis The Passion of the Christ Answers to last month’s question, Nuthatches, six barn Sparrows, two Chop Shop by Tim Downs Elf Alice in Jeopardy by Ed McBain “What winter birds do Blue Jays, two Red-bellied The View from the Swing type of you Thief in Retreat by Aimee & David Thurlo see at your home?“ Woodpeckers, three Downy Dark Voyage by Alan Furst Hi Rachel: Just received the Woodpeckers, one Red Tailed Hawk. By a Spider’s Thread by Laura Lippman Chase the Winter Grapevine in the mail today and your It is fun to watch these birds feed. The Indentured Heart by Gilbert Morris “Question of the Month” gave me the There is a feeding order that takes Life Expectancy by Dean Koontz Blues Away Femme Fatle by Carole Nelson Douglas The Greentown Public Library is offering opportunity to tell you about yesterday place. The Blue Jays rule the feeding Play Dead by Anne Frasier (January 5). I looked out my front areas any time they want. When they State of Fear by Michael Crichton 2 classes to help get you through the dreary month of February. Both classes will be window midmorning to check on the are feeding all of the other birds go The Hot Flash Club Strikes Again by held in the community room of the library, freezing rain and spotted five ROBINS Nancy Thayer away until they leave. PAPERBACKS: both are free to the public and in my front yard. I watched in Last month we watched three Blue The Chinese Nail Murders pre-registration is required. disbelief but went on about my Jays strip an ear of corn, grain by grain by Robert van Gulik ** BEADING** Thursday, Feb. 3 at business and then checked later and till it was empty. One would fly away The Chinese Lake Murders 6p.m. Have a fim evening of learning how by Robert van Gulik sure enough there were no robins. then another would come and take a Kiss Her Goodbye to bead jewelry. Bracelets, key rings, etc. Thinking to myself that I was really grain then another one would do the by Wendy Corsi Staub can be made from the beads that will be wishing for spring, checked the back same thing. I think they were hiding Out of the Blue by JoAnn Ross available. Last day for sign-up is Tuesday window and sure enough, there were the grains some where for later eating. Trading Places by Fern Michaels Feb. 01, 2005. Foxfire Bride by Maggie Osborne the five robins, seven starlings, a We enjoy watching the birds feed **BEGINNERS KNITTING CLASS** Die Trying by Lee Childs Thursday, Feb. 17 @ 6 p.m. Sluejay, two cardinals, and several and fly at our house. keep a list of the I Secrets of a Summer Night Learn the basics of knitting with Mary Lou by Lisa Kleypas assorted sparrows, finches, and juncos birds that we see. Last year my wife Callis as the instructor. She will provide along with THREE squirrels. All saw the Bald Eagle that was flying Bound for Murder by Laura Childs Drop Shot by Harlan Coben knitting needles and yam. Last day for eating on the ground or from my around the reservoir. One of my In Dark Places by Michael Prescott sign-up for this class is Feb. 14,2005. feeders. They apparently knew the ice desires is to also see this great bird. Apache Storm by Jason Manning Sign-up sheets are available at both storm was coming and were stocking Mike Imbler A Texan’s Luck by Jodi Thomas libraries or you may call 628-3534 or Colder Than Ice by Maggie Shayne up! Sure am glad I subscribed to the 628-28 82. Blue Dahlia by Nora Roberts ~~~ ~~ Grapevine as I don’t get back to New Question - to be The Diamond Key by Barbara Metzger Greentown as often as I used to. Keep answered in March issue: Let Me Be Your Hero by Elaine Coffman EHS Band News up the good work. I always like to Guns of Wolf Valley by Ralph Cotton Were you affected by the ice and NON-FICTION: Michelle Bulin, a senior at Eastern read Greentown news. snow of January? Any damage? Shabby Chic by Rachel Ashwell High School, was selected to perform Ellora Butler Power outage? How didyou cope? Professional Web Design on bassoon in the Indiana All-State by Clint Eccher To submit your answer: do one of the Al-Qaida’sJihad in Europe Orchestra. The performance took Birds are like people. If there is a following: - by Evan Kohlmann place as part of the 2005 Indiana restaurant that has good food and 1. Send to The Greentown Grapevine, The Deer Hunter’s Book Music Educators Association State service we will go back and eat there PO Box 94, Greentown, IN 46936 DVD’S: Convention held in Indianapolis, again. We have two general feeder, The Three Musketeers Indiana on January 14-15, 2005. two finch feeders, and four suet Around the World in 80 Days The Boys of Sunset Ridge Michelle is a member of the Eastern stations. 1 have noticed that more birds month’s question. qlease indicate Luther Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz come to feed when there has been a whether or not you wdnt your name Mary Poppins Ensemble, and String Orchestra. She snow or cold weather. The snow Princess Diaries 2 used. The Grapevine reserves the right The Railway Children studies privately with Jennifer covers up the ground surfaces so the to edit. Shiloh 2 Kirkman of Kokomo, Indiana and birds have to look elsewhere for their Suggestions for future questions are The Terminal plans to continue her study of music in food supply. Last Saturday, 1/22/05, welcome. The Scarlett Letter college. Michelle is the daughter of David and Susan Bulin of Greentown, Indiana. The Eastern High School Jazz Ensemble was selected to perform at the 2005 Indiana Music Educators Association State Convention. The Jazz Band performed as the featured part of a session entitled “Jazz in the Small School”. The session focused on how an extra-curricular jazz program, using Eastern’s Jazz Ensemble as example, can be successful in the smaller school atmosphere. The convention was held in Indianapolis on January 14-15. Bob & Nancy Hasler Bill & Lyn Shirley Jeff & Bethanne Stout W-sbUFunerdb Open House Professionally staffed 24 hours a day for 1 12 E. Main Greentown, IN 46936 765-628-3344 Toll Free (888)628-3344 Don & Barbara Middleton upon their 50thWedding Enjoy yourself today. We’ll take care of tomorrow. We can help you take care of tomorrow. We have a wide range of pre-arrangement plans, including our descendant Anniversary protection plan offered at no cost to you. Give yourself peace of mind today and protect your family during February 6,2005 an emotional life experience. Call or stop by the funeral home today for an arrangement. 2-4p-m. Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes Grecu Chapel Stout & Son at 13 15 W. Lincoln Rd. Kokomo 414 W. Jefferson Kokomo 200 E. Main Russiaville Methodist Fellowship Hall, (765) 453-4400 (765) 454-9639 (765) 883-5 122 21 3 S. Meridian St., Greentown The Greentown Grapevine February 2005 Page 9 wrestling team do very well for the last sport that they practice six days a all that time and constant effort really couple of years. week. For the boy's team, practices are does pay off. Individually, the guys The basketball team is also working often twice a day during the week, and girls have been doing very well. hard to have a great season. Both boys both before and after school, as well as With each meet, their times get better and girls basketball have practice on Saturdays. The girls practice once and better. If that keeps up, records every weekday after school. They also every day of the week and on Saturday will be broken this year. by Jeanie Sozansky had some practices over Christmas mornings. They both practiced every To all Eastern athletes, keep up the break. Freshman Sara Homer has been day over Christmas break except good work! Good luck Comets! playing basketball for Eastern since the Dedication 101 Christmas and New Year's day. Now Jeanie Sozansky is a sophomore at It is often said "practice makes fifth grade, and she really contributes that is dedication! Swimming for Eastern High School. She plays violinfor perfect." Though this may not be to the junior varsity team. "I think it's Eastern for the past six years, the orchestra. and oboe and clarinet for entirely true, practice does make you fun" she says, "and I get to hang out Madeline Wolfe thinks, "Practices are the band. She also rides horses once a better. Just ask any of the dedicated with my friends." Her favorite thing not an overload. they are necessary." week. and is involved in Pony Club. She is wrestlers, basketball players, or about basketball is playing in the home All of them are essential in order to in Teens I P.A.W.S. (Providing Animals swimmers at Eastern High School. games because ''the fans make it measure up to the competition. The With Shelter). a group that's part of the They spend many hours throughout the exciting." Brady Richie, a junior who fact that she swims over 12 hours per Humane Socieb, Jeanie says, "I do it week working on their weaknesses, so has been playing basketball for Eastern week does not bother her. She says, "I hecairse I love animals. " She also loves soccer and plqs on the varsity team at since elementary school, is an that they can perform to the best of have a good time with the team and Eastern evety Fall. their abilities at matches, games, or important asset to the boys varsity swimming keeps me healthy and in meets. Some athletes go the extra mile team. He is continuing to perfect his shape. My favorite thing is the meets News from Universities by practicing outside of required shots, and his practice shows when it is because you get to show off what you practices. Those people are always game time. Opposite of Sara, Brady practiced for and everyone tries their and Colleges striving to be better than they are now. likes away games. He says, "Winning best." Another dedicated swimmer is Beth Angela Walker graduated Take sophomore Josh Sanders for has a bigger effect." Away games a foreign exchange student from froni Purdue University on December example. A wrestler for three years, seem to be more of a challenge, so Germany. Senior Max Knoll has never 19, 2004. Josh attends after school practices winning them feels like a greater swam on a team before. So, why did Beth received a Bachelor of Arts everyday of the week and does accomplishment to him. Practices he choose to do so now for Eastern? degree from the School of Education push-ups and sit-ups at home to keep seem to be paying off for both the boys For one thing, he feels that swimming in Elementary Education. She is himself strong. Along with the rest of and the girls as they are winning their has a "good atmosphere." Along with currently teaching 2nd grade at the wrestling team, he also practiced share of games. that, he says, "I thought it would be Hillcrest Elementary School in Delphi, over Christmas break. Why does Josh Another sport where participants fun to swim with my friends, and I Indiana. work so hard at wrestling? He says, work extremely hard, maybe harder want to be strong." Agreeing with "There's a satisfaction in winning and than athletes in any other sport at Madeline, Max also said, "It is okay it gets me in shape." He also likes "the Eastern, is swimming. It takes lots of that there are so many practices." Advertisers feeling after accomplishing a goal." training to develop proper techniques Friends must make them fun, and 11 Theu- Make the 11 With hard-working wrestlers like Josh and endurance for this sport. In fact, having fun must make athletes willing on the team, it's no wonder to see the swimmers are so dedicated to their to work a little harder. Whatever it is, Grapevine Possible

Is Proud To Welcome A. Bart Alexander First Farmers Bank & Trust is proud to introduce A. Bart Alexander as our new Commercial and Agricultural Lender in Howard County. He will serve as Vice President and will be based at the Kokomo North and Greentown Offices of FFBT. Bart lives in Greentown with hs wife Susie and their three daughters and is a lifelong resident of Howard County. He is also a graduate of Northwestern High School and Purdue University. Bart brings a wealth of knowledge to First Farmers Bank & Trust with 13 years of retail and commercial banking experience in the area. Bart is an avid outdoorsman as he enjoys both hunting and fishmg and is also active in youth athletics and activities. He serves as Assistant Coach to the Eastern Girls Basketball team, Head Coach for Eastem 5th grade girl's team, and also assists at the Howard County Children's Fishing Clinic. He attends St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Kokomo and-has been a member of both Tipton Rotary and Kokomo Kiwanis. See Bart For All Your Commercial & Agricultural Lending Needs 603 W. Main 2041 N. Reed Rd. Greentown Kokomo (765) 628-3309 (765) 457-4677 ... ._..-.i..._. ,.._ before signing up for any of the VanMatre, Robbie Walling, Mikayla Eastern Middle School Eastern High classes. Any student or parent is Wickham, Hannah Williams, Madeline Williams, Caleb Wisher, Kaitlyn Wolfe, welcome to seek more information 2004-05' 1st Semester Heather Wright School Offers Dual from Mr. Wyatt by calling the school, Honor Roll 765-628-3333, and speaking to him 4th Grade: Daniel Baker, David Catron, 'A Honor Roll Credit Classes directly. Grant Cole, Danielle Comfort, Derek Seventh Grade Conwell, Alec Davidson, Breann Donson, by Susan Dove-Tobin Savannah Duchateau, Derek Durkes, Shelby Beasley, Evan Cass, Hansen WANTED: Jonah Evans, Josh Evenson, Austin The Eastern Howard School Board Martin, Cole Meurer, Shane O'Donohue, Forgrave, Madison Freeman, Kaylee Mitch Padfield, approved dual credit courses for high Science Fair Judges Gregory, Haleigh Gullion, Rayona Haynes, David Pollard, Christopher Pratt, Rusty school juniors and seniors at January's Eastern Elementary's Science Fair is Kayla Hight, Stephanie Horner, McKinzie Reed, Olivia Rees, Lindsey Reprogle, board meeting. tentatively scheduled for March 1st. Horoho, Haley Johnston, Josh Keith, Alyssa Summers, Andrew Kerner, Shelton Kirchner, Aaron Students who meet minimum grade The fair is required for 4th and 5th Meghan Thomas, Jacob Venable, Klemmenson, Ryan Lindsay, Chris Courtney Wisher requirements will be able to take graders, strongly encouraged for 6th McCreary, Chandler McMain, Cade classes at lndiana University of graders, and a fun voluntary activity Meurer, Jessica Millspaugh, Joel Mohring, 'NB' Honor Roll Bethany Neeley, Brittany Neeley, Morgan Kokomo, lndiana Wesleyan for the primary grades. A dedicated Seventh Grade Nimtz, Zach Patterson, Bailey Pressey, University, Purdue University School group of community members have Sarah Ray, James Reed, Adam Schaaf, Emily Beachy, Scott Bolinger, Dylan of Technology at Kokomo, and Ivy volunteered to be judges in the past, Kenton Schroer, Samantha Sheridan, Riley Buck, Alannah Coles, Nathan Courter, Tech of Kokomo while earning credit but new judges are always needed. Smith, Erik Stewart, Hayden Vint, Sarah Hayley Crawford, toward their high school graduation. Wagner, Emily Walden, Michelle Wallace, Santana Davis, Shelby Davis, Kristen The more, the merrier! If you are an Cora Welge, Connor Young Students at Eastern can take either Dean, Jesi Evans, Samuel Evenson, active or retired scientist, doctor, Caleb Gibson, day or evening classes with the high engineer, pharmacist, veterinarian, 5th Grade. Amanda Alexander, Brittney Cecilia Glickfield, Brandon Hainlen, school's permission. Ron Wyatt, dentist, nurse, or anyone else from a Anderson, Timothy Bagwell, Braden Baxter Howell, Kevin Jackson, Jonathan Barnett, Justin Bryant, Andrew Chilcott, Eastern high school guidance director, science-related field, you have the Keith, Kelly Kingseed, Kayla Lamb, Justin Colwell, Kelsie Cook, Kristen Stephanie Lee, Bradley Miller, Michael said that students need to work closely needed skills. If you are enthusiastic Cottrell, Jessica Dugdale, Kati Evenson, Moreno, Aundrea Muscari, with him to ensure scheduling will about encouraging Eastern students' Taylor Hendrix, Meredith Hensler, Mark Jessica Rash, Joby Renbarger, Mariah permit the flexibility required to go to interest in science, and can donate part Herchenroeder, Sean Jarvis, Justin Kernel, Robbins, Brittany Rund, Brianna Sarah King, Kaylee Kingseed, Alison Lee, daytime classes, but that students' or all of a school day, please call Sagarsee, Cole Shane, Clay Marner, Colby Marner, MacKenzie Brookelyn Smith, Kathryn Travis, Chelsea schedules at high school will be Marie Harvath at 628-76 15 or Monte Marner, Kaitlin Master, Alyssa McElwain, Williams, Kyli Wise adjusted for classes at university or Maggart at 628-7866. Austin Mitts, Brandt Nulf, Nolan OConnor, college whenever possible. Michael ODonohue, Jordan Powell, Bryce 'A Honor Roll Rainey, Daniel Reed, Kelly Reed, Charissa Eighth Grade Wyatt said students would be Richards, Hannah Robbins, Liza Shaw, responsible for paying any tuition Eastern Elementary Ist Jodi Sprinkles, Kyra Stockton, Blake Kelsey Alexander, Kate Sozansky, and/or fees associated with the classes. Thomas, Nicholas Wade, Carly Wimmer, Jonathan Wagner, Chelsea Wilson Cheyenne Witman, Sara Yeagley Students also need to ensure that the Semester Honor Roll credits will transfer to the college or 'NB' Honor Roll 6th Grade: Michelle Adams, Morgan Aprill, Eighth Grade university the student hopes to attend 3rd Grade: Kirsten Adair, Brittany Arnold, Jacob Beasley, Jessica Bogue, Shelby after high school graduation. Kalli Beasley, Grayson Butts, Trey Chilcott, Bohmer, Alison Bowman, Emilee Branham, Matthew Adams, Christopher Anderson, Allison Coles, Logan Colwell, Joshua Jamie Burkholder, Nathan Campbell, The minimum grade requirements Chad Barrett, Kirsten Bryan, Brittany Dugdale, Lewis Duke, Rachel Echelbarger, Allison Cass, Sarah Christensen, Abigail Cain, Andrew Childs, Regan Cole, Kevin vary for each post secondary Joseph Freidline, Braden Gibson, Austin Comfort, Emileigh Conwell, Emily Conwell, Maria Cranor, Stephanie Crow, institution but generally require A-/B+ Goebel, Ril,ey Haupert, Megan Hedges, DeAngulo, Micah Detweiller, Shiyanna Dill, Dane DeWitt, Michael Harvath, Alexis GPA and SAT scores of between 1000 Courtney Hickey, Quinlyn Hochstedler, Devin Duncan, Trevor Eldridge, Jerry Flick, Hattabaugh, Seth Kirchner, Jamilynne Dane Householder, Kirsten Jones, Riley Nancy Goodrich, Michael Greene, Katie and 1 100 depending on the institution Lee, Rachael Lindgren, Kayleigh Lindsay, Kanable, Kaytlynn Lawson, Mikaela Malott, Hedges, Ryan Horner, Wesley Horner, Tommy Lott, Christopher Manfred, they will be attending. IUK is offering Rachel Manfred, Cambry Martin, Steven Noel Horvath, Jacqueline Johnson, Sarah Breeanna Nelson, Jessica Rainey, Brett 22 classes. Purdue Kokomo 5 courses. Melton, Bobby Mendoza, Rebecca Messer, Klemmensen, Alyssa Laughman, David Ryan, Wesleyan 46 classes and Ivy Tech Miranda Middleton, Joshua Miller, Whitney Manfred, Katie McKinney, Carly Miles, Paul Scheidler, Laura Shannonhouse, Monize, Melissa Moss, Payton Munsey, Victor Molino, Simon Otto, Brandon about 30 classes. All courses are at Daniel Silver, Brandon Smith, Zachary James Nester, Austin Nichols, Megan Patterson, Matthew Ray, Daryl Ryan, Emily Smith, Kyle Stiner, the 100 level and Eastern will work Nicholson, Timmy O'Donohue, Tommy Seagrave, Kurt Shaffer, Joy Sommers, Andrea Venable, Jacob Walden, Matthew O'Donohue, Hannah Perryman, Taylor Emily Stinebaugh, Wesley Stiner, Emily closely with each student to see that Williams, Leanna Zimmerman * Poer, William Porter, Casandra Powell , Wilcox, Zoe Wolfe they are given high school credit either Savannah Rees, Ethan Richards, Michael for core subjects or as electives. Sagarsee, Riley Shaw, Joshua Smith, Wyatt stressed the importance that Tessa Smith, Mikayla Sterling, Brooke I Patronize Our Advertisers They Make the kP#fiefl!ePossible I students gain permission from Eastern Stout, Dillon Tarr, Toni VanHorn , Jordan GREENTOWN MINI-STORAGE (one block south of the stop light in downtown Greentown) - 501E. 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Award. For his service to scouting, the She had a special talent for gardening, , community, and the church, in 200 1 he was painting, needlework and quilting. A Do You Know 0 HOWARD H. REITENOUR named a Sagamore of the Wabash. As an dedicated community leader, she was active in 4-H, Christian Women’s May 2, 1923 - Jan. 15,2005 athlete, his sports included swimming, Where Your baseball. archery and sharpshooting. His Fellowship and Extension Homemakers Howard H. Reitenour, 8 I, Kokomo, died hobbies were bowling, golf and sailing. He Club. She and her husband were active in E 428 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15. 2005, at St. Child Is? m was a happy man and was loved by his the former Rich Valley Christian Church by Ron Wyatt Joseph Hospital. Born May 2, 1923, in family and fiiends. He touched many lives. and founding members of Northview a Sterling. 111.. he was a son of Homer C. and His love and kindness lives on through us. Christian Church. Several years ago, an Indianapolis Charlotte (Smith) Reitenour. On Dec. 2, Surviving along with his wife are two In 1975 she and her husband restored a TV station would make the same 1945, in Manhasset, N.Y ., he married Anna daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy Ann and log cabin, which became known as the May Kief and she survives. announcement every night, and 1 Jay Wicker, New Castle, and Barbara Jean Coan Lea House. They meticulously He graduated from Kokomo High School remember it vividly to this very day and Christopher Conradt. Kokomo; and gathered furnishings ofthe period, many of in 1941 and from the U.S. Merchant “...Parents, it’s 11 o’clock, do you four grandchildren. Lisa Anne Wicker, which were family heirloom$ Upon their Marine Academy at Kings Point. Long Catherine and husband Jack Waggoner, retirement. the log cabin was relocated to know where your child is?” Island, N.Y., in 1943. As a Marine Scheduling for the ‘05-’06 Brian C. Conradt and Patrick H. Conradt. Robin RLI~Village, where Charles and engineer, his service at times was with the He was preceded in death by three brothers Louise served as hosts for many groups, academic year has begun. Students U.S. Coast Guard and Navy. He served on and a sister. Laverna A. Smith. i tic I41ding ch i Id ten. are receiving information to prepare I3 ships, including the SS Indiana and the A Christian funeral Mass was held She led a fill1 life. traveling to Europe. them for their next year of high SS Oklahoma in World War 11. January 29 at St. Andrew Episcopal Asia. Australia and New Zealand, along He retired from Delco Electronics in school. They will be making choices Church. 602 W. Superior St., Kokonio, with numerous trips to California and 1980 with 38 years of service. At the tinie which will become a record that will with the Rev. Father Richard Lightsey Florida to visit with family. stay with them the rest of their life. of his retirement, he was administrator of officiating. Entombment of cremains Her quiet grace and wonderful sense of As a parent, academically, do you research and development of Plant IO. followed in the Colunibarium of St. humor will be missed and remembered A member of St. Andrew Episcopal know where your child is? Do you Andrew Church. always. She held a special place in the Church, he served and worked in many know which classes your child is Memorials may be made to Boy Scouts hearts of all who knew her. capacities. He was a member and past No. 568; St. Andrew Episcopal Church; or She is survived by two sisters and considering? What type of diploma president of United Commercial Travelers they are pursuing? Do you know the Senior Center. Arrangements were brothers-in-law. Dorothy and Fred and had been their state youth chairman for handled by Ellers Mortuary. Kearney. Kokomo. and Virginia and where your child is going? To assist six years. He received the General Motors you in answering these questions, a LOUISE TOUBY COAN Arthur Coan, Greentown; a daughter. Award of Excellence twice and was a Patricia Reynolds, Florida; nine beloved brief lesson is in order covering the Nov. 24, 19 15 - Jan. 17, 2005 member and past president of Phi Delta grandchildren; I I great-grandchildren: and types of diplomas students can earn. Kappa Fraternity. He had served as Louise Touby Coan, 89. passed away Monday, Jan. 17, 2005. at St. Vincent a foster son, There are three levels of diplomas, membership chairman for the YMCA and Robert Curry, Kokonio. Basic, CORE 40, and Academic was a member ofthe American Legion and Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born Nov. 24, 19 IS, in Howard County, the A funeral service was held at Northview Honors. If your student earns a Basic VFW. oldest daughter of Enimet and Elsie Christian Church with Pastor Charles Diploma, they will find it difficult, if He was proud of his Native American Armstrong officiating. Burial was in heritage. His Indian name was White (Locke) Touby. not impossible to get into college. If She graduated from Howard Township Memorial Park Cemetery. they earn a CORE 40 or Academic Eagle. He was active all his life in Boy Ilonations may be made in honor of Mrs. Scouts of America. As a youth, he was an High School in 1934 and married Charles Honors Diploma, have reasonable W. Coan Feb. 14, 1935. They lived more L,ouise Coan to Northview Christian Eagle Scout and as an adult he was district Church or Robin Run Village. grade point average, class rank, and commissioner and one of the founders of than 50 years together in Kokomo, before SAT or ACT scores, then they are in. moving to Robin Run Retirement Village Arrangements were handled by Fenn gL The American Indian Scouting Shirley Mortuary, Colonial Chapel. The CORE 40 Diplorha requires Association. He earned many awards in the in Indianapolis. Mr. Coan preceded her in OBITUARIES coni ’d 017 pup I4 additional math and science courses. Scouts, including the Silver Beaver Award, death in July 1990. The Academic Honors has an additional year of math beyond the CORE 40, also foreign language, a LmiHg year of fine arts and at least a “B” Februarg SPecial average with no grade below a “C“. B Buy any package & Why push for higher diplomas? 5 Free Sessions The state of Indiana will, in the near A future require that all students earn a ’ limit one package per family minimum of CORE 40 Diploma. The FOR ALL YOUR HOME REPAIR NEEDS offer endsMarch 3 1,2005 Basic Diploma will be a thing of the Home Repair - Siding - Trim - Windows - Decks past. Now, I’m not advocating that 25 Years Carpentry Experience 628-2953 all students should attend a four-year Fully Insured 765-452-9589 324 E. Grant Greentown. INM 46936 college and earn a Bachelor’s Degree. However, students should get ’ASTOR: Bruce Mughmaw Our February Sunday Night education or training beyond high Sunday Worship: 9:30 AM FaMly Affair Schedule school. Try being an electrician, Sunday School: 1050 AM plumber, or entering skilled trades Sunday Night Family Affair Service: 6:OO PM SHARING Feb 3: ”Sundae Evening Super Bowl ‘hursday Night Bible Study: 7 PM without math, it will not happen. So ********** of Ice Cream” even if your student is not going on to Everybo4 Welcome, come join us as we Feb 1 3: Family Affair Night a four-year school, it is still important Praise the Lord. Comejoin us for Good (Our Version of the Newly Wed Game) to have the additional math and CARE Thristian Family Fun and Fellowship Feb 20: Family Feud Night science required in the CORE 40 and ********** “SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER” Academic Honors Diplomas. Do you know how to Pray? The bottom line is that the Basic Feb 27: Bring Your Bible Night Are you afraid to Pray? (Share your Favorite Verses) Diploma prepares a student for an Do you want to Pray? unskilled career, while the CORE 40 Do you need Prayer? and Academic Honors are preparation On Sunday, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, you can meet in our open Church one on FEBRUARY SERMON SERVICE for additional education, leading to one, with one of our Prayer Partners. Feb 6: Fruit Of The Spirit PT1 skilled and professional careers. And We will pray for you, or with you. - in the end, they will have more Prayer Works! Let it work for you. Meridian Street choices in life. And that’s what it is Prayer Partners are also available at Feb 13: Fruit Of The Spirit PT2 other times. Call 628-7105 and a Prayer Christian Church all about, freedom to choose, freedom Partnerwill meet you at our Church, 205 North Meridian Feb 20: Fruit Of The Spirit PT3 to have a higher standard of living. when you are ready. Greentown, IN 46936 Ron Wyatt is the sophomore-senior guidance 765 628-7105 Feb 27: Fruit Of The Spirit PT4 counselor at Eastern High School and can be SEE YOU IN CHURCH! reached at [email protected]. us OBITUARIES cont'dfrompg. 13 McKoon, Sean and Jennifer Nofzinger, all husband James Ratz of Indianapolis; University. He was an electrician with VIRGIL 0. SMITH of Auburn, Janet and Derek Griggs, Jason Jeanne and husband Richard Hoogenverf Delphi Electronics, Kokomo. Aug. 2, 1914 -Jan. 16,2005 McKoon, Heather Price and Michael of Indianapolis; and David and wife Penny He was a member of Greentown United Virgil 0. Smith, 90,207 S. Washington Alexander Price, all of Kokomo; 18 Ladd of Cicero. Also 4 great- Methodist Church, Greentown Masonic St., Converse, died 1 15.5 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Floyd grandchildren, Joel Ladd, Annie Ratz, Lodge 341 F.& A.M., and Greentown a.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, 2005, in Ooten, Russell "Rusty" and wife Ann Khristie Ratz, and Erin Ladd. Lions Club. He was a past president and Indianapolis. Born Aug. 2, 1914, in Ooten, and Earl Ooten, all of Peru; a sister, In addition to her husband, she was former coach for Greentown Little League. Jackson Township of Howard County, he Edith and husband Bill Brewster, preceded in death by 6 brothers, Albert He was a loving husband and father and was a son ofNoah A. and Cidney (Grindle) Edmonton, Ky.; a sister-in-law, Mary Legg, William Legg, Frank Legg, Arthur will be greatly missed by all who knew Smith. Schaefer, Greentown; a special niece, Legg, Thomas Legg, and Woodrow Legg, him. On Aug. 2, 1934, he married Mildred B. Marge Highfill, Zephner, Fla.; and several and 1 sister, Mary Deeds. He is survived by his wife, Linda (Johnson) Smith and she survives. The nieces and nephews. Funeral services were at Copher-Fesler- Medlen; a son and daughter-in-law, Jacob couple celebrated 70 years of marriage last In addition to his first two wives, he was May Funeral Home in Elwood with Pastor and Amanda (Tochterman) Medlen, August. preceded in death by his parents; two John O'Brian officiating. Burial was in the Fishers; a daughter and son-in-law, Estacia He was a graduate of Jackson Township sisters, Lilly Gilbert and Cloe Wright; one K. of P. - I .O.O.F. Cemetery in Frankton. and Chad Brandenburg, Indianapolis; two High School and the University of grandchild; and one great-grandchild. Memorial contributions may be made to brothers and sisters-in-law, Ray and Wisconsin School of Banking. He retired Services were at Murray-Weaver Funeral Harmony Christian Church. Dorothy Medlen, Clarence and Sharon as president of First Farmers Bank & Trust Home, Galveston Chapel. Burial was in REX P. MEDLEN Medlen, all of Kokomo. He was preceded in I979 after 32 years of service. Logansport's Ever Rest Memorial Park Sept. 16, 1 19,2005 in death by his parents and one brother, He loved to fish, collect coins and make 195 - Jan. Cemetery. Rex P. Medlen, 53, Greentown, died 730 Edward Medlen. practical jokes and gag gifts. He was a Services were at Hasler-Stout Funeral former Elder, treasurer and Sunday School a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19,2005, at Howard ELLA M. SMITH Home, 112 E. Main St., Greentown, with superintendent of Converse Church of Regional Health System in Kokomo. He Apr. 7, 1904 - Jan. 18,2005 was born Sept. 16, 195 1, in Peru, a son of Pastor Greig Crowder officiating. Burial Christ where he was a member. He was a was in Greentown's Greenlawn Cemetery Ella M. Smith, 100, died January 18, Edgar Lee and Florence Mae (Ferren) 50-year member of the Converse Lions Memorials may be made to the IU 2005 at Century Villa Healthcare after a Medlen. On June 30, 1973, he married Club Foundation. and had clerked at numerous auctions for brief illness. Born April 7, 1904, in Linda (Piatt) Medlen. OBITUARIES cont'd onpage 15 Wilbur Clair. Despite all of his health Frankton, Indiana, she was the daughter- of He graduated from Maconaquah High Oliver Freeman and Sara (Chalfant) Legg. School in 1969 and attended Indiana challenges, like macular degeneration and I vu loss of hearing, he continued to cope with On April 2, 1927, she married Arley a sense of humor and upbeat outlook Smith, who died February 16, 1960. toward life. She worked at the Leisure Packing REENTOWN APARTMENTS Surviving with his wife, Mildred B. Company and the Fettig Canning Factory A WARD WINNING PROP€R?Y Smith, are a son, Jerry V. and wife Mary for many years. She was also a Smith, Michigan City; a daughter, Joyce homemaker. She .was a member of the and husband Jim Reed, Kokomo; seven Harmony Christian Church in Leisure and Newly Remodeled 1 Bedroom Apts grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; I2 the Ladies Aid at the church. She was also Furnished with Refrig., Range, great-grandchildren: and one great-great a member of the Home Demonstration Garbage Disp., NC, and all Utilities grandchild. He was preceded in death by Club. his parents. ' Survivors include a daughter, Noramae -1 Bedroom Available Services were at Converse Church of and husband Willis Ladd of Leisure; son, -Equal Housing Opportunity Christ, 30 I E. Wabash, with Rob Schwarze Clayton Smith of Brownsburg; sister, Please call Mariie 'Horner : j65-628-7935 officiating. Burial was in Converse Nellie Rihardson of Greentown; 4 Cemetery. grandchildren, Paula and husband Charlie TDD: 1-800-743-3333 Memorials may be made to Converse Heintze of Indianapolis; Deborah and Church ofChrist Scholarship Fund. 30 I E. Wabash, Converse. IN 469 19; Converse Kathy Farr Lions Club: or the Macular Degeneration MARY Client Relations Representative Research Foundation, PO Box 53 I3 13, IUY" G reentown Key Center Henderson. NV 89053. CLARA WALKER Key Bank ERVIN E. OOTEN Independent Beauty Consultant Mailcode: IN 21-99-2955 221 West Main Street Feb. 27, 19 I7 - Jan. I 7, 2005 2740 S. 1250 E. Greentown, IN 46936-111 8 Ervin E. Ooten, Kokomo, died 5:30 a.m. Greentown, IN 46936 Monday, Jan. 17, 2005, at Howard (765) 628-7513 Tel: 765 628-3367 Regional Health System. He was born Feb. [email protected] Toll Free: 800 KEY-2YOU www. mary ka y.com/cwalker23 Toll Free: 800 539-2968 27, I9 17, in Modoc, Ky., a son of Camel Fax: 765 628-3486 and Bell (Wright) Ooten. He first married Juanita (Anderson) Ooten in 1938 and she preceded him in death. He later married Lou Dice Dovie (Ledford) Ooten on Dec. 25, 1948. Relationship Associate and she died in 1979. He then married Retail Kathleen M. (Turner-Price) Ooten in Tennesee on July 30. 1981. and she Key Bank survives. Mailcode: IN-21-99-2955 He retired from Delco Electronics in CLEANING SERVICE 221 West Main Street Greentown, IN 46936-1118 March 1982 after more than 29 years of service. Tel: 765.628.7200 Rebecca Pence Tel: 765 628-3367 He was a member of UAW Local 292 Toll Free: 800 KEY-2YOU and enjoyed working on cars. traveling and Cell: 765.860.0078 Toll Free: 800 539-2968 gardening. Fax: 765 628-3486 Surviving along with his wife, Kathleen Ooten, Kokomo, are a daughter, Wanda and husband Terry Alexander, Denver, STEVE ELLIS Colo.; two stepdaughters, Joyce and husband Roger Higginbottom, Greentown, HEATING & COOLING~_~__. Carrie Gruel, TRIS and Carol McKoon, Kokomo; a stepson, RM7VR' William Michael Price, Kokomo; INSTALLATION */ mllr&d& grandchildren, Troy Alexander and E C. 'hcker/Tomlinson, REALTORS' Theresa Peters, both of Colorado; RVICE & REPAIR\ 1825 S. Plate Street Kokomo, hd. 4692 step-grandchildren, Tracy and Scott 9985 E. 100 S. Greentown, IN office: 765452-8216 Fax: 7654545149 Comfort, Greentown, Brian H igginbottom, CeU 765-434-1039 Res: 765-628-0384 Kokomo, Greg and Kimmie Higginbottom, email: [email protected] (765) 438-8862 Indrpnrdmdy Owned and Oprrard Bunker Hill, Christopher and Kelly BEULAH D. METCALFE The Greentown Grapevine Februav 2005 Page 15 OBITUARIES cont 'd)ornpg. I4 Dec. 23, 1913 -Jan. 23,2005 High School and was a homemaker. She Randy and Doren Foland, Eric and Heaven gained one more saint when and husband, Basil Teter. owned and BrendaFoland, Kurt and Kelle Foland, ROGER L. KEITH Beulah D. Teter Metcalfe. 9 I. Greentown, operated Woodcraft Specialty south of Kathy and Kent Smith, and Karen and Feb. 7, 1949 -- Jan. 2 1,2005 went to meet her first love, Jesus Christ, at Greentown until his death in 1987. Scott Reed; I7 great-grandchildren; one Roger L. Keith, 55, Peru, died Friday, 1:lO p.m. Sunday, Jan. 23, 2005, from After her marriage to Roy Metcalfe in great-great grandchild; and a sister and Jan. 2 1,2005, at Wabash County Hospital, Howard Regional Health System 1989, they made their home in Frankton brother-in-law, Rebecca and Bob Ellis. Wabash. emergency room. until his death in 1997. The remainder of In addition to her husbands, she was He was born Feb. 7, 1949, in Peru, the Born Dec. 23, 19 13, in Salem. Ind.. she her life was spent in Greentown. preceded in death by a brother, Darrell son of O.A. (Bud) and Vera (Dickey) was a daughter of Otto and Estell She was a member of Jerome Christian Murphy; a daughter-in-law, Bonnie Teter, Keith. On July 28,2000, he married Cheryl (Hershman) Murphy. On Oct. 7. 1932, she Church where her attendance was faithful a son-in-law, Frank Foland; and two (Nichols) Keith. married Basil P. Teter and he died Dec. 23, as long as her health allowed it. grandsons, Craig and Brad Foland. He was employed at Howard Regional 1987. She later married Roy Metcalfe on She is survived by a daughter and Services were at Hasler-Stout Funeral Health System in the maintenance May 7, 1989. and he preceded her in death son-in-law, Phyllis (Foland) and Jack Home, Greentown, with Pastor Kendall department. June 10, 1997. Gamian, Elwood; a son. James Teter, Faull officiating. Burial was in He was a 1967 graduate of Eastern High She was a graduate of Union Township Greentown; grandchildren and spouses, Greentown's Greenlawn Cemetery. School. A US. Navy veteran, he served during the Vietnam War from 1967 to 197 1. He was a member of Emanuel Free Will Baptist Church near Wabash. Surviving are his wife, Cheryl Keith, Peru; two sons, Casey Keith and Cory Keith, both of Peru; two stepdaughters, Amanda Kirby and Tasha Kirby, both of MI Series includes I Jonesboro, Ind.; two brothers and With the ultimate vac sisters-in-law, David and Thia Keith, 18 to 32 hp, gas or diese!I, .. liquid- or air-cooled f for seasonal cleanup, <; 1 Bunker Hill, and Larry and Shirlene, models. DuraMax'" 14 to 32 hp; gas, diesel Greentown. He was preceded in death by deck lets you mulch, or LP; air-cooled or his parents and one stepson, Marty collect or side discharge liquid-cooled; with for the ultimate cut. Nichols. 44" to 72"cutting .. Services were at Hasler-Stout Funeral MI Series widths; and a host of Home, 112 E. Main St., Greentown. The I Rev. Mike Fields and Doug Phillips year-round implements I officiated. Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Greentown, with military rites by the Greentown American Legion Post HARPER LAWN & GARDEN 317. Memorials may be made to the Casey 109 W. Washington and Cory Keith Education Fund in care of Swayzee, IN 46986 Hometown Credit Union, 151 N. 7 65-922-7924 Broadway St., Peru, IN 46970.

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If your family lives in Greentown or the COmPurrity surrounding area, you have access to FaPiLv HeaLth primary care and preventive medicine right in your own back yard. Dr. Charles Marler, Board Certified family practice doctor, is DI:Charles Marler seeing patients at the Greentown location of the Community Family Health Center. 1I8 South Meridian, Greentown Page 16 February 2005 The Greentown Grapevine FLASH BACKS Gleaned from issues of The Howard County News

February 1955 EXPANDED TELEPHONE February 19 75 ONCE-A-WEEK TRASH SERVICE STARTS SOON COLLECTION Jack C. Cole, local telephone IN THE NEWS AGAIN WHAT’S TIME? If you live in the town limits of company manager, said Bell’s $7 Greentown, and if you’re accustomed TIME IS RELATIVE! million investment in new equipment, Marshal Shrock is in the news again. to the trash collector stopping at your The Town Board was undecided cables and buildings will be reflected Thursday., Shrock responded to a call house twice a week, you’d better break today, when polled individually, as to in service improvements which will be from a ”frustrated mother” that her that habit beginning next week. whether or not to tamper with the introduced on Sunday March, 21. three-year old son was missing. After The once-a-week trash pickup will clocks again. arrivingon the scene, Shrock first went begin next week following a decision The issue caine up when the CARD FROM NAOMI to the boy’s bedroom. There, he by the Greentown Town Board to Kokomo City Council, voted One bitterly cold Monday morning noticed a pile blankets on the bed, of discontinue the twice-a-week service. Wednesday night to go back to the old the staff of The News received a post and pushed down on them to find time. The change in the policy will cut card showing the warm, sandy beach something “lumpy” underneath. You Board members were of the divided down costs to the town and give its in Honolulu from their co-worker, can probably guess the rest. Shrock opinion: employees a chance to do other work. Mrs. Naomi Smith, who is vacationing pulled back the covers to find the tyke 1)how to be at odds on time with the there with a party of Greentown curled up asleep. It seems he was county seat; people. Mrs. Smith is Women’s Editor hiding from his mother and got a little Grapevine to reach 2)effect on those holding jobs in of The News. bit too comfortable. Kokomo 3)why change back again when another change would be ahead in a short while, and ,and D & B Promotions 4)why in the blazes doesn’t the state 673 legislature do something about standardizing at I time‘?

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