The Central FFA team had several standout members statewide as Brandon Fabel, pictured, finished first in prepared public speaking and the dairy cow judging group comprised of Collin Vinkemeier, Jennifer Oelfke, Caleb Vinkemeier, and Carley Vinkemeier finished third. (NYA Times staff photo by Adam Gruenewald)

by ADAM GRUENEWALD
NYA Times

The Central High School FFA group is coming off of a banner year, culminating at the State FFA championships held in late April.
For the first time in recent memory, the FFA had several standout members statewide as Brandon Fabel finished first in prepared public speaking and the dairy cow judging group comprised of Jennifer Oelfke, Caleb, Collin and Carley Vinkemeier finished third and were honored on stage as well.
Fabel and other FFA members will attend the National FFA competition in Louisville, Ky., from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2, according to FFA Advisor Jim Mesik, who has led the group for the past four years.
“We were planning on going anyway, but now we will have a student compete which is a major bonus,” he said.
Mesik, who teaches ag science classes who took over for longtime advisor Jim Swiggum, was pleased with the group’s performance at state.
“I knew he (Brandon) would do really well, but to get first is really awesome,” said Mesik. “You never really anybody to win going into it, but if anybody could, he could.”
The dairy judging group stood out as well.
“They know each other real well,” he said. “They know what they are doing and they are an easy team to coach.”
While Central does have a strong tradition in dairy judging with groups previously going to state, Mesik is excited about the FFA team as a whole, especially considering their youth of most of the members.
“Things are strong and it’s good,” said Mesik.
At the forefront of the FFA group is Fabel, a junior, who had perfected his speech on the asian carp invasion and how to get rid of the invasive species which is causing habitat destruction.
In his speech Fabel suggested closing off the Chicago canal to prevent spread into the great lakes, fishing them out and selling them to Asia and, once the population is reduced, genetically engineering them with a male gene to have the population die out.
Having taken part in speech at Central since he was an eighth-grader, Fabel was looking for a less controversial topic compared to others he had given on farm subsidies and tort reform.
“This one is easy, cut and dry, everybody wants to get rid of them,” he said. “How do we do that?”
Fabel started preparing for his speech back in February, crafting it for the Central speech team led by Laura Hanson. For the speech team, he advanced to state in extemporaneous speaking in April and also presented his prepared speech.
For the final round of prepared public speaking at the FFA state competition at University of Minnesota, Fabel delivered his speech in front of four judges and a few observers.
“When I first got there I thought I’d be fine,” he said. “But when I got called to the finals, there was a little bit of nerves.”
Keeping in mind all of his efforts and prior deliveries of his speech, which number at least 30, Fabel calmed down and surpassed his goals.
“That was my goal for this year,” he said of making it to state. “Ever since eighth grade when I went to sections, I always kind of stalled out at sections in state speech… This year my goal was to get to state in both speech and FFA. Once that happened, I told myself whatever happens here is just icing on the cake.”
His parents, Kent and Lisa, and brother, Justin, were huge supporters as well as they heard his speech throughout its development.
While Justin is an eighth-grader, he has been involved in FFA for a longer time, giving Fabel an idea what the group is all about before he joined it as a sophomore.
“The one thing I like about FFA is that it’s so many things you can do,” he said. “You can take so many different routes and learn so many different activities.”
Looking ahead, Fabel, who is also an offensive lineman for Central football team, said he wants to get into business, get a law degree and end up in politics.
Taking part in FFA and speech has certainly given him confidence to pursue those goals.
“It prepares you for so many things down the road,” he said. “When I do presentations in class it’s just comes naturally. There’s no stress there because I’ve been in front of judges where I know they are critiquing every thing you do.”
The dairy cow judging group was excited about their performance as well, a culmination of their hours of practice.
“We’ve been preparing since the regional event in October,” said Jennifer, adding the experience at state was fun. “We worked together as a group in the beginning and then we did our individual part, judging the animals,” In addition to bringing in their own background working on family farms, the group took advantage of local farms to practice.
“When we prepared for state we went to a nearby farm (Stenders Dairy Farm) to practice,” said Carley. “They gave us the cows and made up some classes.”
Other highlights at state included the horse evaluation team of Kahlie Kroells, Grace Cummiskey, Cala Cochran and Leah Mueller finishing 15th; fish and wildlife group of Taylor Trick, Cody Baker and Cole Sauter finishing 22nd, the ag mechanics group of Dakota Schneider, Matt Paul and Joe Rademacher taking 22nd, dairy cattle handler Lizzie Jimenez earning bronze, Matt Ditsch taking part in poultry and finishing 47th, and the forestry team of Fabel, Jordan Stevens, Blake Teubert and Chase Schripp finishing 29th. Karl Dettmann took part in the FFA Band and Cynthia Favela was a representative for the chapter.

Contact Adam Gruenewald at adam.gruenewald@ecm-inc.com.

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Ryan Hilberg, Kenneth Faumuina, and Dylan Myers of Clear Satellite have been issued a Peddler’s Permit to sell satellite television related services in residential neighborhoods of the City of Waconia, contingent upon the following: strict adherence to the rules of Section 590 of the Waconia City Code; and no sales shall be permitted within any City Park. May 16, 2013.

(Published in The Waconia Patriot May 16, 2013)

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CITY OF COLOGNE

Notice is hereby given, that the City Council of the City of Cologne will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m., or as soon as the matter may be heard, on Monday, June 3, 2013, at Cologne City Hall, 1211 Village Parkway. The purpose of the hearing is to consider vacating two portions of Conrad Avenue.

1. The portion extending from the northerly right-of-way of Playhouse Street West to the southerly right-of-way of Lake Street West (CR 36).

2. The portion extending from the southerly right-of-way of Playhouse Street West south to the northerly right-of-way of Market Street West.  Persons wishing to comment should appear at the hearing or submit their written comments to the City of Cologne.

Susan Mueller, Deputy Clerk

City of Cologne

(Published in The Waconia Patriot May 16 and 23, 2013)

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE 

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

That default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage:

DATE OF MORTGAGE: August 30, 2005

ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $144,612.00

MORTGAGOR(S): Monica L Miller, a Single Person

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Fremont Investment and Loan

TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.

MIN#: 1001944-5000166728-7

SERVICER: Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC

LENDER: Fremont Investment and Loan.

DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Carver County Minnesota, Recorder, on September 14, 2005, as Document No. A 423847 Said Mortgage Was Modified and Recorded on June 21, 2011 as Document No. A539181.

ASSIGNED TO: HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Nomura Home Equity Loan, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-FM1 Dated: August 19, 2008 , and recorded August 25, 2008 by Document No. A 488290.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Unit No. A311 and garage G30, Common Interest Community No. 68, Powers Ridge Condominium Homes. Carver County, Minnesota.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1331 Lake Drive West A311, Chanhassen, MN 55317

PROPERTY I.D: 25-6350071/ 25-6350120

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Carver

THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: One Hundred Eighty-Five Thousand Five Hundred Five and 85/100 ($185,505.85)

THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all pre-foreclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/or applicable statutes;

PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows:

DATE AND TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM on April 4, 2013

PLACE OF SALE: Carver County Sheriff`s Office, North Main Entrance of the Carver County Justice Center, Main Lobby, 606 East Fourth Street, Chaska, Minnesota 55318

to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by said mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns is 6.00 months from the date of sale. If Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. Section580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. Section580.23, the Mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on October 4, 2013, or the next business day if October 4, 2013 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday.

“THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR`S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.”

Dated: February 14, 2013

HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Nomura Home Equity Loan, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-FM1

Randall S. Miller and Associates, PLLC

Attorneys for Assignee of Mortgage/Mortgagee

Canadian Pacific Plaza, 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 1100

Minneapolis, MN 55402

Phone: 952-232-0052

Our File No. 11MN00852-3

THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. 

A-4353873

(Published in The Waconia Patriot Feb. 14, 21, 28, March 7, 14 and 21, 2013)

NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF FORECLOSURE SALE 

The above referenced sale scheduled for May 9, 2013 at 10:00 AM, has been postponed to May 30, 2013 at 10:00 AM, located at Carver County Sheriff`s Office, North Main Entrance of the Carver County Justice Center, Main Lobby, 606 East Fourth Street, Chaska, Minnesota 55318, Carver Minnesota

Dated: May 9, 2013

HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Nomura Home Equity Loan, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-FM1

Jennifer K Fischer (0311248)

Attorneys for HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Nomura Home Equity Loan, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-FM1

Randall S. Miller and Associates, PLLC

Canadian Pacific Plaza, 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 1100

Minneapolis, MN 55402

(952) 232-0052

Our File No. 11MN00852-3

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE MAY BE DEEMED A DEBT COLLECTOR ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT AND DOES NOT IMPLY THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT MONEY FROM ANYONE WHO HAS DISCHARGED THE DEBT UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES.

A-4383785

(Published in The Waconia Patriot May 16, 2013)

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The bride-to-be is a 2004 graduate of Waconia High School, a 2008 graduate of Clarke College in Dubuque, Iowa with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and a 2012 graduate of University of Cincinnati with a Master of Science in Nursing, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. She is currently employed as a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner at Southern Minnesota Surgical.

The groom-to-be is a 2003 graduate of Rosemount High School, a 2007 graduate of the UM-Twin Cities with a Bachelor of Environmental Design, and a 2012 graduate of the UM-Twin Cities with a Master of Landscape Architecture. He is currently employed as a Project Estimator at Arteka Companies in Shakopee.

The couple will marry on Aug. 24, 2013 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Waconia.

The couple plan to make their home in Eden Prairie.

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The bride-to-be is a 2008 graduate of Watertown-Mayer High School. She is finishing her last year at Normandale in Public Health and Integrated Wellness.

Her fiance is a 2006 graduate of Waconia High School. He is currently working for Boy’s Electric as an electrician and attending Dr. Dan’s school of Refrigeration in preparation of taking over the business.

A July 13, 2013 wedding is planned at Immaculate Conception Church in Watertown.

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The Open House will be an informal gathering with cake and ice cream.

No gifts please, but cards or notes would be appreciated.

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Please, no gifts.

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Funeral Service held Wednesday May 15, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Heart Of Mary Catholic Church (13505 Excelsior Blvd) Minnetonka with Father David Ostrowski officiating; visitation Tuesday 5 to 8 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home (141 East First Street) Waconia and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday; interment Lakeview Cemetery in Waconia.

Ron was born on April 19, 1938 the son of John and Cecilia (Matysczyk) Debol, and was raised in Detroit. On Aug. 15, 1981 Ron was united in marriage to Patricia A. Adamson in Edina.

A job with United Airlines while still in college would become the start of his long and successful career in the incentive travel business. From United he moved on to Maritz Travel in St. Louis, became President of Business Incentives’ travel division in Minneapolis, and obtained part ownership of Pace Travel in Austin, Texas, before returning to Minnesota as Executive Vice President of Motivaction.

The best years of Ron’s life, however, began in the early 80s when he married his soulmate, Pat. The two of them founded Debol and Associates, their own incentive travel company. They organized and ran travel programs for corporations, ensuring others would bring home unforgettable life experiences and their company thrived for 15 years before they sold it and retired. In 1985, the year Canterbury Downs (now Park) opened, Ron and Pat became members of a horse partnership and subsequently became one-sixth owners of a horse named Green Luck. Little did they know that this venture would ultimately lead to an 80-acre horse farm in Waconia (Double D Ranch) where they boarded, bred, and raced as many as 22 thoroughbred horses at their peak.

During those years, with Pat’s parents managing the ranch, she and Ron traveled the country for horse racing and traveled the world for their incentive business. Describing themselves as the “dynamic duo,” they shared a 32-year marriage they wished had started sooner but together Ron and Pat nurtured a close-knit family full of love and laughter. Ron had many other interests in addition to horse racing.

He loved sports at all levels, was a skilled basketball and baseball player in earlier years, and an avid golfer, fisherman, and bowler his entire life. He was a strong supporter of University of Minnesota athletics — especially Gopher Hockey for which he held season tickets almost 30 years and traveled with his family to see the team in numerous Frozen Four appearances. Ron was always willing to accept a friendly wager and greatly enjoyed playing fantasy football and poker for decades.

The only thing as important to Ron as his wife and children were his six grandchildren. He played an active role in their lives and attended as many of their athletic and scholastic activities as possible (he became a Gopher Football season ticket holder just to watch his oldest granddaughter in the U of M Marching Band). He did everything possible (even dressing as Darth Vader and Santa!) to make holidays, birthdays, and other special events memorable for his grandkids. When asked to describe Ron, many people use the phrase “larger than life,” and this couldn’t be more true. He loved striking up conversations with complete strangers and, after spending five minutes with him, most probably felt they had been friends for a lifetime. He will be so dearly missed.

At his request, Ron and his family will be wearing Gopher Hockey jerseys at the funeral service to celebrate his passion for the University of Minnesota. Feel free to join us by wearing your own U of M attire if you wish.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents John and Cecilia Debol; father-in-law and mother-in-law Bill and Evelyn Adamson; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Wendell and Doris Adamson.

Ron is survived by his loving wife Pat; children and spouses Steve and Becky Debol of Shorewood, Brian Debol of New Hope, Kristen and Trevor Wroge of New Hope; grandchildren Jenny Debol, Jordan Debol, Emily Debol, Chase Debol, Sammy Wroge, Jack Wroge; brothers and sisters-in-law Mickey and Laura Debol of Daly City, CA, Marty and Barb Debol of Brighton, MI; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Casket Bearers Mickey Debol, Marty Debol, Jenny Debol, Jordan Debol, Emily Debol, Chase Debol, Sammy Wroge, Jack Wroge.

Memorials are preferred to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. www.stjude.org. Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

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Ken graduated from Jackson High School in 1956. After high school, he proudly served his country as a member of the National Guard and was discharged as a Master Sergeant. On Aug. 22, 1959 Ken married Barbara Toft at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Jackson, Minn. They have three sons, Mark, Brian, and Paul. Ken and Barb were residents of Lester Prairie, Minn., for 25 years prior to moving to Chaska. Ken was an entrepreneur who owned several businesses within the agricultural industry. He was a well-respected member of the Western Saddle Club Association where he served as a member of the Board of Directors and a coordinator at the Championship Show.

Ken held judges cards in WSCA, POA, and 4-H where he was well known for his thoughtful assessment of the competitors. Sharing his faith was important; Ken served as an active member in the church. Ken truly enjoyed spending time with his family and found great joy in traveling with Barb to his many grandchildren’s events. His warm personality and ready smile made him an honorary Grandpa to so many others.

Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Barb; mother, Sigfried Johnson of Jackson; children, Mark Johnson of Jackson, Brian (Carla) Johnson, of Jackson, Paul (Stacy) Johnson, of Blue Earth, Minn.; grandchildren, Brandon, Kirsten, Kelsey, Halle, Luke, Sarah, Rachel, Isaac, Mitchell, Hannah, Kaitlin, and Noah; great-grandchildren, Keegan, Tayson, and Breayah; and sister, Marilyn (Mark) Nasby of Shakopee, Minn. Ken was preceded in death by his father Harold Johnson and brother Lowell Johnson.

The visitation was held Sunday, May 12, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Christ Victorious Lutheran Church, and also one hour prior to service on Monday. Funeral service was held on Monday, May 13, 2013, at 10 a.m. at Christ Victorious Lutheran Church, 9860 Shady Oak Drive, Chaska, with the Reverend Paul Biebighauser officiating. Pallbearers will be Brandon, Mitchell, Luke, Isaac, Noah Johnson, Alec and Taylor Toft. Burial will be held in Jackson.

Arrangements were made with Bertas Funeral Home of Chaska.

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