HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-0874Holly L. Ruby, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. O'j - ply CIVIL
Defendant IN CUSTODY
COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY
1. The plaintiff is Holly L. Ruby, residing at 1901 Reservoir Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania.
2. The defendant is Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., residing at RR2 Route 233, Box 204, Landisburg,
Perry County, Pennsylvania 17040.
3. Plaintiff seeks primary custody of the following child:
Name Present Residence DOB Age
Mylee S. Rowe 1901 Reservoir Drive 11-15-06 3 Months
Carlisle, Pa 17013
The child was born out of wedlock
4. The child is presently in the custody of Holly L. Ruby, residing at 1901 Reservoir Drive,
Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
5. During the past five years, the child has resided with the following persons and at the
following addresses:
List All Persons List All Addresses Dates
Holly L. Ruby 1901 Reservoir Drive Birth to Present
Carlisle, Pa 17013
6. The mother of the child is Holly L. Ruby, residing at 1901 Reservoir Drive, Carlisle,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
She is not married.
7. The father of the child is Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., residing at RR2 Route 233, Box 204,
Landisburg, Perry County, Pennsylvania 17040.
He is believed to be married.
8.
The relationship of plaintiff to the child is that of Mother.
The plaintiff currently resides with the following persons.
Name
Patricia Ruby
Michael Ruby
Corey Ruby
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Relationship
Mother
Father
Brother
The relationship of defendant to the child is that of Father.
The defendant currently resides with the following persons.
Name
David Rockwell
10.
Relationship
Brother
Plaintiff has not participated as a party or witness, or in another capacity, in other
litigation concerning the custody of the child in this or another court.
Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the child pending in a
court of this Commonwealth.
Plaintiff does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has physical
custody of the child and claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the
child.
The best interest and permanent welfare of the child will be served by granting the
relief request because:
Plaintiff has undertaken and performed the primary parental responsibilities for the child.
Plaintiff is best able to provide the care and nurture which the child needs for a healthy
development with routine professional childcare.
Plaintiff desires to maintain the family household which has been established and the
continued stability of the household is in the best interest of the child.
A Court Ordered determination of custody is required to avoid conflict between the
parties regarding responsibility for custody and support.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests this Court grant primary custody in the mother with
Defendant being subject to structured partial custody and or visitation.
Respectfully submitted,
ROMINGER & WHARE
Date:
Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Supreme Court I.D. # 93334
Attorney for Plaintiff
Holly L. Ruby,
Plaintiff
V.
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr.,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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No. CIVIL
: IN CUSTODY
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in this Complaint are true and. correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. §4904 relating to unsworn
falsification to authorities.
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HOLLY L RUBY IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
07-874 CIVIL ACTION LAW
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.
IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Tuesday, February 20, 2007 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Jacqueline M. Verney, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Thursday, March 15, 2007 at 10:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT.
By: /s/ acqueline M. Verney, Esq.
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
V.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 07 - 874 CIVIL
IN CUSTODY
PRAECIPE TO ENTER APPEARANCE
AND NOW, Barbara L. Wevodau, Esquire, hereby enters her appearance for the
Defendant in the above-captioned case.
Date: lbqb -V
Attorney for Defendant
Barbara L. Wevodau, Esq.
Supreme Court ID # 85673
P.O. Box 459
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
(717) 582-8883
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HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
VI.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2007-874
: IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
AND NOW, this l day of A p r 1-1 , 2007, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The Mother, Holly L. Ruby and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., shall have
shared legal custody of Mylee S. Rowe, born November 15, 2006. Each parent shall
have an equal right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-
emergency decisions affecting the Child's general well-being including, but not limited
to, all decisions regarding her health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of 23
Pa.C.S. §5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to
the child including, but not limited to medical, dental, religious or school records, the
residence address of the child and the other parent. To the extent one parent has
possession of any such records or information, that parent shall be required to share the
same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable time as to make the
records and information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents shall be
entitled to full participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning meetings
and evaluations with regard to the minor child. Each parent shall be entitled to full and
complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any
reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth
certificates, school or educational attendance records or report cards. Additionally, each
parent shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with
regard to school pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical
presentations, back-to-school nights, and the like.
2. Mother shall have primary physical custody of the child.
3. Father shall have periods of partial physical custody on alternating weeks,
beginning Thursday April 19, 2007, from Thursday, no later than 5:00 p.m. to Monday
morning no earlier than 7:30 a.m. All custody exchanges shall occur at daycare and
Father shall be responsible for all transportation.
4. The parties shall attend the seminar for separating parents.
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4. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a Custody
Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual
consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control. Another
Custody Conciliation Conference is scheduled for June 15, 2007 at 9:30 a.m.
BY THE COURT,
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HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
V.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
PRIOR JUDGE: None
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME
Mylee S. Rowe
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2007-874 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
November 15, 2006 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on April 13, 2007, with
the following in attendance: The Mother, Holly L. Ruby, with her counsel, Michael O.
Palermo, Jr., Esquire, and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., with his counsel, Barbara
Wevodau, Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
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Custody Conciliator
Holly L. Roby, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007-874
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
PETITION FOR EMERGENCY RELIEF
AND NOW, comes the Petitioner, Holly Ruby, by and through his attorney, Michael O.
Palermo, Jr., Esquire, and avers the following in support of this Petition for Emergency Relief
1. The Petitioner, Holly Ruby, is an adult individual who currently resides at 1901
Reservoir Drive, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
2. The Respondent, Stevie Rowe, is an adult individual who currently resides at RR 2 -
Route 233, Box #204, Landisburg, Perry County, Pennsylvania 17040.
3. Petitioner is the natural mother and Respondent is the biological Father of the child
Mylee Rowe born November 15, 2006.
4. Pursuant to Cumberland County Local Rule 208.3(a)(2), a Court Order was signed on
April 17, 2007 by the Honorable J. Wesley Oler, Jr., establishing the initial custody Order in this
case. (Attached as Exhibit "A").
5. Due to the relief sought, that of suspending Respondents custodial periods, it is
assumed that Respondent is opposed to the relief sought pursuant to Local Rule 2083(a)(9).
6. The child in question was born with Diaphragmatic Hernia and before she attained
seven (7) months old, she has undergone two (2) intestinal surgeries to correct this defect.
7. Due to the location of the defect, Mylee's digestive system is very sensitive and she
must maintain a strict diet and eating schedule.
8. Mother has on several occasions noticed abrupt changes in her digestion of food after
Respondent's weekend(s) of custody.
9. Petitioner through her counsel has forward documentation on proper
foods and feeding instructions to Respondent and his respective counsel.
10. Respondent continues to disregard these notices and has refused to give Mylee
Karo Syrup - to aid in her digestion of food - as instructed by Mylee's Pediatrician.
11. Respondent has abandoned feeding Mylee's formula and has continued to supply
and feed Mylee `store-bought' milk.
12. Cow's Milk contains a high concentration of protein and minerals, which can
stress newborns immature kidneys and can cause severe illness including heat stress, fever and
diarrhea.
13. Given the special nutritional needs of Mylee, her health, safety and welfare are
jeopardized on each occasion she is given these unacceptable forms of nutrition.
14. It is believed that Respondent's conduct is continuing and ongoing.
15. Petitioner avers that the minor child is not receiving adequate and or incorrect
nutrition while in Respondent's care and immediate intervention of the Court is necessary to
assure that the best interests of the child are served.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests this Honorable Court to enter an
Emergency Order granting temporary primary physical custody of the child to Petitioner pending
the scheduling of a conference or hearing on the matters alleged herein.
Respectfully submitted,
ROMINGER & ASSOCIATES
Date: September 26, 2007 Michael 4. Palermo, ., 're
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, Pa 17013
(717) 241-6070
Attorney IN 93334
Attorney for Petitioner/Mother
Holly L. Ruby, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007-784
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire, attorney for Petitioner, Holly Ruby, do hereby certify
that I this day served a copy of the Petition for Emergency Relief upon the following by
depositing same in the United States Mail, first class postage prepaid, at Carlisle, Pennsylvania,
addressed as follows:
Stevie Rowe CIO Barb Wevodau, Esquire
P.O. Box 459
26 East Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Date: September 26, 2007
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Michael O. Palsquire
155 South Hanover S
Carlisle, Pa 17013
(717) 241-6070
Attorney ID# 93334
Attorney for Petitioner
HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
VI.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2007-874
: IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
AND NOW, this /7 1? day of _n di , 2007, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conci cation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The Mother, Holly L. Ruby and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., shall have
shared legal custody of Mylee S. Rowe, born November 15, 2006. Each parent shall
have an equal right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-
emergency decisions affecting the Child's general well-being including, but not limited
to, all decisions regarding her health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of 23
Pa.C.S. §5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to
the child including, but not limited to medical, dental, religious or school records, the
residence address of the child and the other parent. To the extent one parent has
possession of any such records or information, that parent shall be required to share the
same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable time as to make the
records and information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents shall be
entitled to full participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning meetings
and evaluations with regard to the minor child. Each parent shall be entitled to full and
complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any
reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth
certificates, school or educational attendance records or report cards. Additionally, each
parent shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with
regard to school pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical
presentations, back-to-school nights, and the like.
2. Mother shall have primary physical custody of the child.
3. Father shall have periods of partial physical custody on alternating weeks,
beginning Thursday April 19, 2007, from Thursday, no later, than 5:00 p.m. to Monday
morning no earlier than 7:30 a.m. All custody exchanges shall occur at daycare and
Father shall be responsible for all transportation.
4. The parties shall attend the seminar for separating parents.
4. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a Custody
Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual
consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control. Another
Custody Conciliation Conference is scheduled for June 15, 2007 at 9:30 a.m.
BY THE COURT,
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Barbara Wevodau, Esquire, Counsel for Father
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HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
V.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
PRIOR JUDGE: None
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. ' The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME
Mylee S. Rowe
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2007-874 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
November 15, 2006 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on April 13, 2007, with
the following in attendance: The Mother, Holly L. Ruby, with her counsel, Michael O.
Palermo, Jr., Esquire, and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., with his counsel, Barbara
Wevodau, Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
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Holly L. Ruby, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007- 874
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
(3 d , 2007, upon consideration of
AND NOW, this day of
the Petition for Emergency Relief and a subsequent phone conference with respective counsel for
the parties, upon agreement of counsel it is hereby ORDERED and directed that
Defendant/Father shall follow all instructions given to him by Plaintiff/Mother concerning the
medical care, feeding schedule and acceptable sources of nutrition that should be administered to
the parties' minor child, Mylee Rowe born November 15, 2006.
BY THE COURT:
Weslev Oler, Jr., J.
Distribution:
VMichael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire for Plaintiff/Mother
!Barb Wevodau, Esquire for Defendant, Stevie Rowe
Holly L. Ruby, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007-874
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
PETITION FOR CONTEMPT
AND NOW, comes the Petitioner, Holly Ruby, by and through her attorney, Michael O.
Palermo, Jr., Esquire, and avers the following in support of this Petition for Contempt:
1. The Petitioner, Holly Ruby, is an adult individual who currently resides at 1901
Reservoir Drive, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
2. The Respondent, Stevie Rowe, is an adult individual who currently resides at RR 2 -
Route 233, Box #204, Landisburg, Perry County, Pennsylvania 17040.
3. Petitioner is the natural mother and Respondent is the biological Father of the child
Mylee Rowe born November 15, 2006.
4. Pursuant to Cumberland County Local Rule 208.3(a)(2), a Court Order was signed on
April 17, 2007 by the Honorable J. Wesley Oler, Jr., establishing the initial custody Order in this
case. (Attached as Exhibit "A"). Most recently on October 5, 2007, an Order of Court was
entered directing Respondent to follow the instructions of Petitioner as to the medical care,
nutritional needs and feeding schedule for the minor child. Attached hereto as Exhibit "B".
5. The child in question was born with Diaphragmatic Hernia and before she attained
seven (7) months old, she has undergone two (2) intestinal surgeries to correct this defect.
6. Petitioner in accordance with the October 7, 2007, Order has provided Respondent
with instructions on how to deal with the child's recent breathing problems. Attached hereto as
Exhibit "C".
7. Respondent continues to disregard the instructions and it is believed that Respondent
smokes in the vehicle on his way to drop Mylee off at daycare, thus triggering her breathing
problems. .
8. As a result of Respondent's neglect of the child's health condition and breathing
problems, Mylee was recently hospitalized in 2008, for three (3) days at the Hershey Medical
Center.
9. Prior to the most recent hospitalization, Mother left work on December 28, 2007, after
speaking with daycare personnel regarding Mylee's breathing and rushed the Mylee to the
Carlisle Regional Medical Center.
10. As a result, Mylee was placed on a five (5) day breathing treatment machine to clear
the wheezing from her chest.
11. Petitioner avers that the minor child is not receiving adequate care while in
Respondent's care and immediate intervention of the Court is necessary to assure that the best
interests of the child are served.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY LOCAL RULE 208.3 (a) (9) COMPLIANCE
STATEMENT
Due to the relief sought, that of suspending Respondents custodial periods, it is assumed
that Respondent is opposed to this Petition pursuant to Local Rule 208.3(a)(9).
WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests this Honorable Court to enter an Order
finding Respondent/Father in contempt of the October 5, 2007, Order and suspending his periods
of physical custody and granting sole physical custody of the child to Petitioner.
Respectfully submitted,
ROMINGER & ASSOCIATES
Date: January 8, 2008 Michael O. Palermo, Esquire
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, Pa 17013
(717) 241-6070
Attorney ID4 93334
Attorney for Petitioner/Mother
Holly L. Ruby, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007-784
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire, attorney for Petitioner, Holly Ruby, do hereby certify
that I this day served a copy of the Petition for Contempt upon the following by depositing
same in the United States Mail, first class postage prepaid, at Carlisle, Pennsylvania, addressed
as follows:
Stevie Rowe C/O Barb Wevodau, Esquire
P.O. Box 459
26 East Main Street
New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Date: % '& - I j
Michael O. Palermo, Jr., squire
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, Pa 17013
(717) 241-6070
Attorney 1D# 93334
Attorney for Petitioner
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HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
VI.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2007-874
: IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
AND NOW, this I7 day of Uaj , 2007, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conci cation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The Mother, Holly L. Ruby and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., shall have
shared legal custody of Mylee S. Rowe, born November 15, 2006. Each parent shall
have an equal right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-
emergency decisions affecting the Child's general well-being including, but not limited
to, all decisions regarding her health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of 23
Pa.C.S. §5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to
the child including, but not limited to medical, dental, religious or school records, the
residence address of the child and the other parent. To the extent one parent has
possession of any such records or information, that parent shall be required to share the
same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable time as to make the
records and information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents shall be
entitled to full participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning meetings
and evaluations with regard to the minor child. Each parent shall be entitled to full and
complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any
reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth
certificates, school or educational attendance records or report cards. Additionally, each
parent shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with
regard to school pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical
presentations, back-to-school nights, and the like.
2. Mother shall have primary physical custody of the child.
3. Father shall have periods of partial physical custody on alternating weeks,
beginning Thursday April 19, 2007, from Thursday, no later than 5:00 p.m. to Monday
morning no earlier than 7:30 a.m. All custody exchanges shall occur at daycare and
Father shall be responsible for all transportation.
4. The parties shall attend the seminar for separating parents.
4. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a Custody
Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual
consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control. Another
Custody Conciliation Conference is scheduled for June 15, 2007 at 9:30 a.m.
BY THE COURT,
J.
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Barbara Wevodau, Esquire, Counsel for Father
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HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
V.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
PRIOR JUDGE: None
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2007-874 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Mylee S. Rowe November 15, 2006 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on April 13, 2007, with
the following in attendance: The Mother, Holly L. Ruby, with her counsel.. Michael 0.
Palermo, Jr., Esquire, and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., with his counsel, Barbara
Wevodau, Esquire.
;. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
Date Jacq _eline M. Verney, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
Holly L. Ruby,
Plaintiff
V.
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr.,
Defendant
ORDER OF COURT
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AND NOW, this day of , 2007, upon consideration of
the Petition for Emergency Relief and a subsequent phone conference with respective counsel for
the parties, upon agreement of counsel it is hereby ORDERED and directed that
Defendant/Father shall follow all instructions given to him by Plaintiff/Mother concerning the
medical care, feeding schedule and acceptable sources of nutrition that should be administered to
the parties' minor child, Mylee Rowe born November 15, 2006.
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Distribution:
ichael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire for Plaintiff/Mother
Barb Wevodau, Esquire for Defendant, Stevie Rowe
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
No. 2007- 874
IN CUSTODY
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BY THE COURT:
12/27/07
Steve,
On 12117 Mylee came to Day care with a fever, wheezing, coughing,
lethargic and trouble breathing. Day care called me and I came for her.
Took her to Pediatric Center 12118 in AM. Mylee was sent to BMC for
chest X-rays. She tested negative for RSV but was diagnosed with the
start of pneumonia. She was to remain at home for the rest of the week
and receive Abuterol via a breathing treatment machine and face mask
every 4 hours until the wheezing was gone. She was also given Cefdinir,
a strong antibiotic.
YOU WILL NEED TO GIVE HER THE LAST DOSE FRIDAY AM.
Mylee received 15 treatments over 5 days before the wheezing cleared.
She has been much better since 12/23. Her appetite has returned and she
no longer has a fever, coughing, wheezing or trouble breathing.
If Mylee exhibits any of these symptoms while with you, please call me
at 243-0920 or have someone else call me so i can get her medical
attention immediately. If you prefer to take her yourself, I can
reimburse you the $20 co-pay through day care. I will need a written
or verbal report of the doctor's diagnosis and treatment.
The physicians have said that Mylee, because of her diaphragmatic
hernia at birth, will more than likely have trouble breathing if she
is exposed to irritants such as harsh fumes, tobacco smoke, ?,,,ood smoke,
etc. If Vylee exhibits any of the above symptoms, seek medical
attention immediately. Please make sure she is dressed in slarm outer
Bear and keep her away from the irritants mentioned. She will be
returning to Pediatrics Monday, 12/31 for the remainder of her flu
shot (a must for RSV Patients) and a checkup in the morning.
Carlisle Pediatric Center, 804 Belvedere Street, 243-1943.
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V.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.
DEFENDANT
2007-874 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Tuesday, January 15, 2008 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Jacqueline M. Verney, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 10:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/ ac ueline M. Verne Es .
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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V. NO.07-914' CIVIL TERM
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.
DEFENDANT'S ANSWER & COUNTERCLAIM
TO PETITION FOR CONTEMPT
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr. by and through his
attorney, Charles Rector, Esquire, and files the following Answer & Counterclaim to
Petition for Contempt:
Answer
1. through 6. Admitted.
7. Denied. It is denied that Respondent has disregarded the instructions he
was provided for care of the minor child and further denied that Respondent smokes in
the child's presence and proof thereof is demanded and the same is deemed denied.
8. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is denied that Respondent has
neglected the minor child and proof thereof is demanded. It is admitted that the child was
hospitalized at the Hershey Medical Center. To the extent that any further answer is
required, Respondent believes and therefore avers that Petitioner and her family smoke in
the presence of the child, all of which behavior resulted in her hospitalization.
9. Denied. Respondent is without sufficient information to form a belief as
to the truth of the matters contained in Paragraph 9 and proof thereof is demanded and the
same are deemed denied.
10. Admitted. It is admitted that the minor child was placed on a breathing
machine to clear up her wheezing, all of which resulted from the smoking in her presence
by Petitioner and Petitioner's family.
11. Denied. It is denied that Respondent is providing inadequate care to the
minor child and proof thereof is demanded and the same is deemed denied.
WHEREFORE, Respondent respectfully requests that your Honorable Court deny
Petitioner's request for contempt.
Counterclaim for Contempt
12. Paragraphs 1 through 11 above are incorporated herein by reference as if
set forth in full.
13. Petitioner and her family, with whom she resides, smoke in the presence
of the minor child, all of which conduct has proven detrimental to the minor child's
health.
14. On or about January 15, 2008, a Conciliation Order was entered requiring
a Custody Conciliation Conference on February 14, 2008.
15. The Honorable Wesley J. Oler refused to enter an Order awarding sole
primary physical custody of the minor child to Petitioner.
16. Petitioner unilaterally and contrary to the Custody Order of April 17,
2007, refused Respondent's scheduled period of temporary physical custody with the
minor child beginning on Thursday, February 7, 2008, through Monday, February 11,
2008. Respondent has therefore not seen his daughter for approximately two (2) weeks.
17. Respondent, by and through his counsel, attempted to contact Petitioner's
counsel on Friday, February 8, 2008, without success.
18. Petitioner's behavior in unilaterally precluding Respondent from seeing
his daughter consistent with the current Order of Custody constitutes obstructive conduct
such that Respondent is entitled to primary physical custody of the minor child.
19. Respondent is also entitled to make up time for Petitioner's obstruction of
his custodial rights.
20. Petitioner's behavior in ignoring the Order of Custody of April 17, 2007,
constitutes Contempt of Court such that Petitioner should be ordered to pay Respondent's
substantial attorneys fees and be immediately incarcerated.
WHEREFORE, Respondent respectfully requests your Honorable Court to
adjudge Petitioner in Contempt of Court, to Order Petitioner to pay Respondent's
attorney fees and for such other relief as the Court deems just appropriate.
Date:
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1104 Fernwood Avenue, Ste. 203
Camp Hill, PA 17011-6912
(717) 761-8101
Attorney for Respondent
I verify that the statements made herein are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. Section 4904,
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Steve Rowe /s/
Date: 2/11/08
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Charles Rector, Esquire, do hereby certify that on the 11th day of February
2008, I caused a true and correct copy of the within Defendant's Answer & Counterclaim
to Petition for Contempt to be served upon the following persons by depositing same in
first class, United States mail, postage paid, in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania and by facsimile
to (717) 241-6878:
Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire
Rominger & Associates
155 S. Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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1104 Fernwood Avenue, Ste. 203
Camp Hill, PA 17011-6912
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HOLLY L. RUBY, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2007-874 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this l 6 day of F4. , 2008, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. A Hearing is scheduled in Court Room No. / , of the Cumberland
County Court House, on the,r_ day of 2008, at / ;,3d
o'clock, 4. M., at which time testimony will be taken. For purposes of this Hearing,
the Mother shall be deemed to be the moving party and shall proceed initially with
testimony. Counsel for each party shall file with the Court and opposing counsel a
Memorandum setting forth each party's position on contempt, a list of witnesses who will
be expected to testify at the Hearing and a summary of the anticipated testimony of each
witness. These Memoranda shall be filed at least five days prior to the Hearing date.
2. Pending further Order of Court or agreement of the parties, the prior
Orders of Court dated April 17, 2007 and October 5, 2007 shall remain in full force and
effect.
3. The parties may modify this Order by mutual agreement. In the absence
of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
cc: Michael O. Palermo, Esquire, counsel for Mother
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STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
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: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2007-874 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
PRIOR JUDGE: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Mylee S. Rowe November 15, 2006 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held February 14, 2008 with the following
individuals in attendance: The Mother, Holly L. Ruby, with her counsel, Michael O.
Palermo, Jr., Esquire, and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., with his counsel, Charles A.
Rector, Esquire.
3. The Honorable J. Wesley Oler, Jr. previously entered Orders of Court
dated April 17, 2007 and October 5, 2007 providing for shared legal custody, Mother
having primary physical custody and Father having alternating weekends, Friday to
Monday and that Father follow all instructions given to him by Mother concerning
medical care, feeding schedule and acceptable sources of nutrition that should be
administered to the child.
4. Mother filed a Contempt Petition alleging that Father has disregarded her
instructions concerning the child's medical care. In particular she advised Father on
December 27, 2007 that if the child exhibited any fever, coughing, wheezing or trouble
breathing to call Mother or have someone else call her so she could obtain medical
treatment for the child. She also advised Father that he could obtain medical treatment
for her himself and Mother would reimburse him the co-pay. Father has dropped the
child off after his weekends of custody with problems breathing and wheezing to the
point that the child had to be hospitalized. Mother requests that Father be found in
contempt and that his periods of physical custody be suspended. Mother agreed to
resume Father's periods of physical custody on February 21, 2008.
5. Father denies the contempt. He missed one weekend and requests makeup
time.
6. The Conciliator recommends an Order in the form as attached scheduling
a Hearing and maintaining the status quo. It is expected that the Hearing will require
one-half day.
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Custody Conciliator
Holly L. Ruby,
Plaintiff
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Stevie E. Rowe, Jr.,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
No. 2007-874
IN CUSTODY
PLAINTIFF'S ANSWER TO DEFENDANT'S COUNTERCLAIM
AND NOW, comes Plaintiff/Respondent Holly L. Ruby, by and through counsel,
Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire and submits this Answer to Defendant's Counterclaim as
follows:
12. No response deemed required.
13. Denied and strict proof of the same, should it exist, is demanded at trial.
14. Admitted. By way of further answer, the Honorable J. Wesley J.Oler, Jr. directed that
the prior Order(s) of October 5, 2007. [attached hereto as Respondent's Exhibit "1 "] and April
17, 2007, were to remain in effect.
15. Denied as stated. By way of further answer, It is unknown what Judge Oler refused
to do; without further use of semantics; the parties were directed by Judge Oler to attend another
conciliation conference on February 14, 2008.
16. Denied in part, admitted in part. It is admitted that Petitioner did not see the child
from February7, 2008 to February 11, 2008. It is denied as stated that the Petitioner has not seen
the child in two (2) weeks; the parties are currently exercising their normal custodial schedule.
17. Admitted in as much as counsel's staff does take messages but undersigned counsel
never personally spoke with opposing counsel on the date in question.
18. Denied. By way of further answer, Respondent's behavior was directly related and
based solely upon concerns for the health, safety and welfare of the child who was consistently
returning from Father's custodial periods sick, without medical care and in direct contravention
of this Honorable Courts' Order of October 5, 2007.
19. Denied. By way of further answer, Petitioner by his actions and inaction left
Respondent with no other recourse to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the child.
20. Denied. By way of further answer, Respondents behavior was directly related and
based solely upon concerns for the health, safety and welfare of the child who was consistently
returning from Father's custodial periods sick, without medical care and in direct contravention
of this Honorable Courts' Order of October 5, 2007.
WHEREFORE, Respondent respectfully requests this Honorable Court DISMISS
Defendant's Counterclaim for Contempt with prejudice and further find Father, Stevie Rowe in
contempt in accordance with the Petition filed by Mother on January 14, 2008 and further that an
award of attorney fees be granted for Plaintiff/Respondent.
Date: 3 Respectfully submitted,
ROMINGER & ASSOCIATES
YMael OHannover ale rmo, Jr., Esquire
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Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Supreme Court ID # 93334
Attorney for Plaintiff
Holly L. Ruby, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007-874
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire, attorney for Plaintiff, do hereby certify that I this day
served a copy of the Plaintiffs Answer to Defendant's Counter-claim upon the following by
depositing same in the United States Mail, first class postage prepaid, at Carlisle, Pennsylvania,
addressed as follows:
Charles Rector, Esquire
1104 Fernwood Avenue, Ste. 203
Camp Hill, PA 17011-6912
Dated: -% 1'&? Respectfully submitted,
ROMINGER & ASSOCIATES
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1 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Supreme Court ID # 93334
Attorney for Plaintiff
Molly L. Ruby, : IN THE COURT OF CO-N LION PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIY'IL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007- 874
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of 2007, upon consideration of
the Petition for Emergency Relief and a subsequent phone conference with respective counsel for
the parties, upon agreement of counsel it is hereby ORDERED and directed that
Defendant'Father shall follow all instructions given to him by Plaintiff'Llother concerning the
medical care, feeding schedule and acceptable sources of nutrition that should be administered to
the parties' minor child, Mytee Rowe born November 15, 2006.
Distribution:
Michael O. Palermo. Jr., Esquire for Plaintiff/Mother
Barb Wevodau, Esquire for Defendant, Stevie Rowe
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STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant IN CUSTODY
IN RE: PLAINTIFF'S PETITION FOR CONTEMPT & DEFENDANT'S
ANSWER AND COUNTERCLAIM TO PETITION FOR CONTEMPT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 5th day of May, 2008, upon
consideration of Plaintiff's Petition for Contempt and of
Defendant's Answer and Counterclaim to Petition for
Contempt, and following a hearing held on this date, the
record is declared closed, and the matter is taken under
advisement.
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155 South Hanover Street
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V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant NO. 07-874 CIVIL TERM
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 6th day of May, 2008, upon consideration of Plaintiff's Petition
for Contempt and of Defendant's Answer and Counterclaim to Petition for Contempt, and
following a hearing held on May 5, 2008, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. Plaintiff's petition for contempt is granted, Defendant is
adjudicated in contempt, and he is sanctioned to pay a fine in the
amount of $200.00 to and for the use of the county, within 30 days
of the date of this order;
2. Defendant's counterclaim for contempt is denied; and
3. No other relief is granted to either party.
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Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esq.
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Attorney for Plaintiff
Charles A. Rector, Esq.
1104 Fernwood Avenue
Suite 203
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Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007-874
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY
Petitioner is Holly L. Ruby, who resides at 1901 Reservoir Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania 17013.
2. Respondent is Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., who is believed to reside at 6 Tresslers Road, P.O.
Box 26, Loysville, Perry County, Pennsylvania 17040.
3. On April 17, 2007 and October 5, 2007, the Honorable J. Wesley Oler, Jr., entered the
attached Custody Orders which remain in full force and effect by Order of Court entered on
February 16, 2008. Moreover, Father has also been found in Contempt by the Honorable
Judge J. Wesley Oler, Jr., on May 6, 2008,and directed to abide by all of mother's instructions
concerning the child.
4. Since the entry of said Order, there has been a significant change in circumstances in that:
a) The Respondent is not providing adequate physical care for the child to the point of
neglect. As a result of said neglect Mother has observed severe diaper rash to the point of
bleeding on the child.
b) After Respondent's visitation period, Petitioner repeatedly has to take the minor child,
Mylee Rowe, to the doctors for her breathing problems. Mother has always maintained that there
is an environmental irritant in father's home. Mother continues to take time off of her work to
have the child examined and/or administered breathing treatments following father's scheduled
custodial period(s).
5. The best interest of the child will be served by the Court modifying said Order in the form
of suspending all periods of overnight custody with Father. Mother does not file this
petition on a whim and has documented a continuing pattern of neglect that is evident
after father's custodial periods.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner prays this Court to grant the modification of the Custody
Order as follows:
Father, Stevie Rowe shall no longer exercise overnight custody of the child, Mylee
Rowe, until further Order of this Court. This Order shall not limit Mr. Rowe's periods of
partial custody, so long as the child is returned to Mother prior to the child's bedtime.
Respectfully submitted,
ROMINGER & ASSOCIATES
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Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Supreme Court ID # 93334
Attorney for Petitioner
Holly L. Ruby, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007-874
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Michael O. Palermo, Jr., Esquire, do hereby certify that I served a copy of this Petition
upon the following by depositing same in the United States mail, postage prepaid, at Carlisle,
Pennsylvania, addressed as follows:
Charles Rector, Esquire
1104 Fernwood Avenue
Camp Hill, PA 17011-6912
Counsel for Mr. Rowe
Respectfully submitted,
ROMINGER & ASSOCIATES
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155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Supreme Court ID # 93334
Attorney for Petitioner
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Molly L. Ruby, IN THE COURT OF COMdION PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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CIVIL ACTION - LAS'
Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., No. 2007- 874
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW this l? day of 2007, upon consideration of
the Petition for Emergency Relief and a subsequent phone conference with respective counsel for
the parties, upon agreement of counsel it is hereby ORDERED and directed that
Defendant/Father shall follow all instructions given to him by Plaintiff/Mother concerning the
medical care, feeding schedule and acceptable sources of nutrition that should be administered to
the parties' minor child, Mylee Rowe born November 15, 2006.
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BY THE COURT:
HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
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STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
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NO. 2007-874
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
CIVIL, ACTION - LAW
AND NOW, this /7 day, of 0 2007, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conci cation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The Mother, Holly L. Ruby and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., shall have
shared legal custody of Mylee S. Rowe, born November 15, 2006. Each parent shall
have an equal right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-
emergency decisions affecting the Child's general well-being including, but not limited
to, all decisions regarding her health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of 23
Pa.C.S. §5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to
the child including, but not limited to medical, dental, religious or school records, the
residence address of the child and the other parent. To the extent one parent has
possession of any such records or information, that parent shall be required to share the
same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable time as to make the
records and information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents shall be
entitled to full participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning meetings
and evaluations with regard to the minor child. Each parent shall be entitled to full and
complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any
reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth
certificates, school or educational attendance records or report cards. Additionally, each
parent shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with
regard to school pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical
presentations, back-to-school nights, and the like.
2. Mother shall have primary physical custody of the child.
I Father shall have periods of partial physical custody on alternating weeks,
beginning Thursday April 19, 2007, from Thursday, no later than 5:00 p.m. to Monday
morning no earlier than 7:30 a.m. All custody exchanges shall occur at daycare and
Father shall be responsible for all transportation.
4. The parties shall attend the seminar for separating parents.
4. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a Custody
Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual
consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control. Another
Custody Conciliation Conference is scheduled for June 15, 2007 at 9:30 a.m.
BY THE COURT,
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Barbara `J?evodau, Esquire, Counsel for Father
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HOLLY L. RUBY, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR., :
Defendant NO. 07-874 CIVIL TERM
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 6`' day of May, 2008, upon consideration of Plaintiff's Petition
for Contempt and of Defendant's Answer and Counterclaim to Petition for Contempt, and
following a hearing held on May 5, 2008, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. Plaintiff's petition for contempt is granted, Defendant is
adjudicated in contempt, and he is sanctioned to pay a fine in the
amount of $200.00 to and for the use of the county, within 30 days
of the date of this order;
2. Defendant's counterclaim for contempt is denied; and
3. No other relief is granted to either party.
BY THE COURT,
ichael O. Palermo, Jr., Esq.
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Attorney for Plaintiff
Charles A. Rector, Esq.
1104 Fernwood Avenue
Suite 203
Camp Hill, PA 17011-6912
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I verify that I am the petitioner and that the statements made in the foregoing Petition are
true and correct. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18
Pa. C. S. § 4904, relating to unworn falsification to authorities.
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STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.
IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Thursday, October 23, 2008 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Jacqueline M. Verney, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at 8:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT.
By: /s/ jaequeline M. Verney, Esq. / )
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
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STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2007-874
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 2 day of N) q V a , 2008, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The prior Orders of Court dated April 17, 2007, October 5, 2007, February
16, 2008 and May 6, 2008 shall remain in full force and effect with the following
modifications:
2. Father's periods of partial physical custody shall be on alternating
weekends from Friday, when Father shall pick up the child at daycare to Sunday at 5:00
p.m.
3. Father shall have physical custody of the child for Thanksgiving from 3:00
p.m. on Thanksgiving Day to Sunday at 5:00 p.m.
4. Father shall have physical custody of the child on Christmas at 3:00 p.m.
until Sunday at 5:00 p.m.
5. Transportation shall be such that when daycare is open, the child is to be
picked up from daycare. In the event that daycare is closed, the parties shall exchange
custody at the Carlisle Barracks of the Pennsylvania State Police at the designated time.
5. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a Custody
Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual
consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control. Another
Custody Conciliation Conference is scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2009 at 9:30 a.m.
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HOLLY L. RUBY,
Plaintiff
V.
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2007-874 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
PRIOR JUDGE: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME
Mylee S. Rowe
DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
November 15, 2006 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on November 19, 2008,
with the following in attendance: The Mother, Holly L. Ruby, with her counsel, Michael
0. Palermo, Jr., Esquire, and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., pro se.
3. The Honorable J. Wesley Oler, Jr. previously entered Orders of Court
dated April 17, 2007, October 5, 2007, February 16, 2008 and May 6, 2008 providing for
shared legal custody, Mother having primary physical custody, with. Father having
alternating weekends from Thursday to Monday. Father was also to follow Mother's
medical and nutritional instructions.
4. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
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Date acq line M. Verney, Esquir
Custody Conciliator
JAN 2 0 200%
HOLLY L. RUBY, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2007-874 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of _ :? 2-?h , 2009, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The prior Orders of Court dated April 17, 2007, October 5, 2007, February
16, 2008, May 6, 2008 and November 21, 2008 shall remain in full force and effect.
2. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a Custody
Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual
consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
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501 Windy Hill Road Lot 1
Shermansdale, PA 17090 1
for Mother
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HOLLY L. RUBY, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2007-874 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
STEVIE E. ROWE, JR.,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
PRIOR JUDGE: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Mylee S. Rowe November 15, 2006 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on January 19, 2009,
with the following in attendance: The Mother, Holly L. Ruby, with her counsel, Michael
0. Palermo, Jr., Esquire, and the Father, Stevie E. Rowe, Jr., pro se by telephone.
3. The Honorable J. Wesley Oler, Jr. previously entered Orders of Court
dated April 17, 2007, October 5, 2007, February 16, 2008, May 6, 2008 and November
21, 2008 providing for shared legal custody, Mother having primary physical custody,
with Father having alternating weekends from Friday to Sunday. Father was also to
follow Mother's medical and nutritional instructions.
4. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
Date bacq line M. Verney, Esquire
Custody Conciliator