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HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE
VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
 Evansville, IN – Below are the felony cases to be filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.
James Keith Lewis: Theft (Level 6 Felony)
David William Johnson: Resisting law enforcement (Level 6 Felony), Battery against a public safety official (Level 6 Felony), Operating a vehicle as an habitual traffic violator (Level 6 Felony), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor), Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (Class C misdemeanor)
Casper Jonny Nijo: Residential entry (Level 6 Felony)
Stephanie Louise Meredith: Domestic battery (Level 6 Felony)
Jason Edward Taylor: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 5 Felony), Possession of marijuana (Class B misdemeanor), Possession of paraphernalia (Class A misdemeanor)
Tobi Michelle Owens: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 6 Felony)
Charles Andrew Hardin: Domestic battery (Level 6 Felony)
Kimberly S. Vanderveer: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 6 Felony), Possession of marijuana (Class B misdemeanor), Disorderly conduct (Class B misdemeanor), Possession of paraphernalia (Class C misdemeanor), Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility (A infraction)
Ronny Shane James: Causing serious bodily injury when operating a vehicle while intoxicated (Level 5 Felony), Driving while suspended (A infraction), Driving left of center (C infraction)
Sedrick B. Bovan: Domestic battery (Level 5 Felony)
Derrelle Ladone Thruston: Operating a motor vehicle after forfeiture of license for life (Level 5 Felony)
Ex-basketball coach loses child seduction appeal
Dave Stafford for www.theindianalawyer.com
A former Mishawaka High School assistant girls basketball coach failed to persuade the Indiana Court of Appeals to reverse his child seduction conviction for a sexual relationship he had with a 17-year-old player he had coached since at least Grade 8.
Mark Benner was convicted by a St. Joseph Superior Court jury of Class C and Class D felony counts of child seduction in August 2018, five years after a sexual relationship between him and the player had begun. Benner received an aggregate 5½-year sentence, all of which was suspended to probation.
The sexual relationship started months after Benner had resigned as an assistant girls varsity basketball coach at Mishawaka, but while he continued to coach the player individually to help her get a college basketball scholarship, according to the record. However, Mishawaka’s former varsity girls coach Kevin Gradeless had months earlier been made aware of concerning text messages between Benner and the player, which were investigated and found to be basketball-related. No formal action was taken at the time.
The sexual relationship between the then-43-year-old Benner and the 17-year-old player ended when Benner accidentally sent a text message intended for the player to his daughter, who was a friend of the player.
On appeal, Benner argued the evidence against him was not sufficient to support the conviction in Mark Benner v. State of Indiana, 18A-CR-2614. But Senior Judge Carr Darden wrote for the panel that affirmed the conviction that Gradeless testified at trial that Benner “gave more individual attention†to the player than he did to other players and that “even before he told the rest of the team, Benner went to (the player’s) home to privately inform her of his resignation … and it was then that he kissed†her. The sexual relationship commenced shortly thereafter.
The panel rejected Benner’s argument that the fact that he was no longer employed by Mishawaka High School at the time meant he did not abuse a position of trust earning the enhanced Class C felony count.
“Considering the totality of the facts and circumstances, the evidence firmly establishes Benner’s use of his professional coach-player relationship with (the player) as a conduit for establishing a sexual relationship with her,†the panel concluded.
The panel also noted that the issue of whether Benner could be considered “employed†for purposes of the child seduction statute had been addressed in his prior unsuccessful interlocutory appeal, Benner v. State, 71A03-1607-CR-1609 (Ind. Ct. App. July 27, 2017), trans. denied, that sought to have the charges dismissed.
Otters and Slammers series opener postponed
Tuesday’s series opener between the Evansville Otters and the Joliet Slammers from Bosse Field has been postponed due to inclement weather and wet field conditions.
With the postponement, the game will be made up as part of a doubleheader beginning at 5:05 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, at Bosse Field.
Fans with General Admission tickets for the postponed game will be able to use them at Wednesday’s doubleheader or to a future 2019 game in General Admission seating.
Those with field box seats will need to call 812-435-8686 or visit the Bosse Field box office to check for availability for the same seats or select different seats.
RICKY WAYNE HAMMAN
Boonville, IN. – Ricky Wayne Hamman, 57, of Boonville, Indiana passed away on Monday, July 15, 2019 at his home from ALS.
Ricky was born in Evansville, Indiana on November 2, 1961 to the late Harold and Marilyn (Hayden) Hamman.
He was a member of Bethabara General Baptist Church. He loved fishing, hunting, shooting, and was a long time member of the NRA and the Red Brush Gun Club.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, sister, Rhonda Hamman.
Ricky is survived by his wife of 31 years, Barbara Hamman of Boonville, IN; children, Jason Hamman and his wife, Lori Beth of Mapletown, PA; Justin Hamman of Boonville, IN; grandchildren, Christian, Skyler, Greer; mother-in-law, Barbara Davis; brothers-in-law, William Davis, Jonathan Davis, Jeffrey Davis and his wife, Penny; nephews, Robert Davis and his wife, Brianne; Tyler Davis.
Services will be 10 A.M. on Friday, July 19, 2019 at Koehler Funeral Home in Boonville, Indiana with Pastor Scott Westerman officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Boonville, Indiana.
Visitation will be from 2 P.M. until 8 P.M. on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at the funeral home and again from 9 A.M. until the time of service on Friday.
Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association or to Bethabara General Baptist Church.
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Obituary for Cynthia Williams
Cynthia Jeneen Coats Williams born July 27, 1966, passed peacefully on Friday, afternoon, July 12th at 2:00 pm at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville,IN. She was surrounded by family and friends. She was a very dedicated Christian, and an ambitious and courageous young woman who cared about others.
She accepted Christ at the age of 12 at the Morning Star Baptist Church in Munfordville, KY. Cindy was a graduate of Hart County High School, Henderson Community College, and Western Kentucky University where she obtained a Bachelor’s Degree. In 1984 at Western, she met and then married the love of her life, Tim Williams. They celebrated 32 years of marriage on June 6, 2019. Cindy’s all-time favorite entertainer was Michael Jackson. Cindy’s favorite vacation spot was Disney World which she looked forward to visiting every year with her family and friends. On several occasions, she visited multiple times a year. Her passion was helping both of her daughters with their cheer programs.
Cindy was the daughter of the late John Henry and Mable Coats of Munfordville, KY. Cindy joined New Jerusalem Baptist Church on July 12,1987. She was the Minister of Music for New Jerusalem Baptist Church for 30+ years. At New Jerusalem Baptist Church she was a member of the Mothers’ Board,and assistant Sunday School teacher, and mentor for girls ages 12 to 18. She also served on various other committees at the church. Cindy also served on the Henderson Salvation Army Board, was the Asst. Director for ABA Cheer, Asst. Cheer Coach for Henderson County High School and North Middle School, Asst. Coordinator for Henderson County High School Student Ambassador program, and member of the Rotary Club. She previously served on the Methodist Hospital Board of Directors for 6 years.
Cindy was the Public Relations Officer with the Henderson County Board of Education where she was employed for 31 years. She had a passion for the school system and watching kids excel and become productive members of the community.
Cindy was preceded in death by her parents: John Henry Coats, Sr. and Mabel Madelene Coats; her brother William Crutcher Brown, and grandparents Alice Cole, Eddie Redford, Cynthia Janie Richardson Coats and Porter Coats of Munfordville, KY.
She is survived by her husband; Tim Williams; her two daughters, Erin Elizabeth Faye and Mallory Lauren Williams; her Shih Tzu, Cali; her mother and father-in-law, Chip and Katie Williams of Henderson, KY. She also leaves behind a sister, Alice Elizabeth Arvie (Roy) of Horse Cave, KY, her brothers James Mitchel Brown (Malinda) , Laddie Steve Eugene Brown of Louisville, Ky; John Henry Coats, Jr. (Michelle) of Franklin, KY; brother-in-law, Laffoon Williams, Jr. of Columbus, OH. Special uncle and aunt, Leon and Jean Poindexter; dear friends; Kim and Faye Terry, Marleah James and Carrington Mason; along with a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a village of friends. She will be dearly missed.
Visitation for Cindy will be Wednesday, July 17, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm at New Jerusalem Baptist Church located at 450 Fagan Street in Henderson KY, 42420. Funeral Services will be Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation starting at 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church. Rev. Robert L. Whitlock pastor will officiate the service. Committal and Benediction will be at Fernwood Cemetery in Henderson, KY.
Cindy was the daughter of the late John Henry and Mable Coats of Munfordville, KY. Cindy joined New Jerusalem Baptist Church on July 12,1987. She was the Minister of Music for New Jerusalem Baptist Church for 30+ years. At New Jerusalem Baptist Church she was a member of the Mothers’ Board,and assistant Sunday School teacher, and mentor for girls ages 12 to 18. She also served on various other committees at the church. Cindy also served on the Henderson Salvation Army Board, was the Asst. Director for ABA Cheer, Asst. Cheer Coach for Henderson County High School and North Middle School, Asst. Coordinator for Henderson County High School Student Ambassador program, and member of the Rotary Club. She previously served on the Methodist Hospital Board of Directors for 6 years.
Cindy was the Public Relations Officer with the Henderson County Board of Education where she was employed for 31 years. She had a passion for the school system and watching kids excel and become productive members of the community.
Cindy was preceded in death by her parents: John Henry Coats, Sr. and Mabel Madelene Coats; her brother William Crutcher Brown, and grandparents Alice Cole, Eddie Redford, Cynthia Janie Richardson Coats and Porter Coats of Munfordville, KY.
She is survived by her husband; Tim Williams; her two daughters, Erin Elizabeth Faye and Mallory Lauren Williams; her Shih Tzu, Cali; her mother and father-in-law, Chip and Katie Williams of Henderson, KY. She also leaves behind a sister, Alice Elizabeth Arvie (Roy) of Horse Cave, KY, her brothers James Mitchel Brown (Malinda) , Laddie Steve Eugene Brown of Louisville, Ky; John Henry Coats, Jr. (Michelle) of Franklin, KY; brother-in-law, Laffoon Williams, Jr. of Columbus, OH. Special uncle and aunt, Leon and Jean Poindexter; dear friends; Kim and Faye Terry, Marleah James and Carrington Mason; along with a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a village of friends. She will be dearly missed.
Visitation for Cindy will be Wednesday, July 17, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm at New Jerusalem Baptist Church located at 450 Fagan Street in Henderson KY, 42420. Funeral Services will be Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation starting at 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church. Rev. Robert L. Whitlock pastor will officiate the service. Committal and Benediction will be at Fernwood Cemetery in Henderson, KY.
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Man Pulls Knife on Deputy outside of Courthouse
A Bloomington man is in custody today after threatening a deputy with a knife and attempting to grab another deputy’s Taser.
The incident began just before noon when a deputy assigned to the Vanderburgh County Courts Building responded to a report of a vehicle parked on the sidewalk near the north steps of the Evansville Teachers Federal Credit Union Plaza Building. Finding no one inside the vehicle, the deputy went inside the plaza building to check for the owner. The deputy located the owner, who later identified himself as Mr. Abraham Loganray. Mr. Loganray admitted to being the owner of the vehicle, but quickly exited the building despite the deputy asking him to stop.
The deputy followed Mr. Loganray outside and once again ordered him to stop. Mr. Loganray then produced a flashlight, which he shined into the deputy’s eyes. He then removed a folding knife from his pocket, which he opened and began waving around. The deputy pointed his service pistol at Mr. Loganray and ordered him to drop the knife. Mr. Loganray then closed the knife and entered his vehicle. The deputy then attempted to remove Mr. Loganray from the vehicle as he started the engine. Additional deputies arrived to assist. During the struggle, Mr. Loganray grabbed a deputy’s Taser and attempted to remove it from a retention holster. Mr. Logan struggled during the arrest, refusing to be handcuffed and forcefully preventing his hands from being placed behind his back. Mr. Loganray was eventually overpowered and was able to be handcuffed without further incident. Mr. Loganray sustained minor abrasions and contusions as a result of the struggle.
Mr. Loganray (who is also known as Mr. Charles Logan Ray) remains lodged in the Vanderburgh County Jail with no bond yet set.
ARRESTED:
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Abraham Loganray (aka: Charles Logan Ray), 26, of Bloomington. Disarming a Law Enforcement Officer as a Level 5 Felony, Intimidation with a Deadly Weapon as a Level 5 Felony, Resisting Law Enforcement as a Level 6 Felony, Disorderly Conduct as a Class B Misdemeanor
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