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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
STATE OF
PENNA.
Christopher R. Sheaffer, Plaintiff
NO.
No. 00 - 7785 Civil Term
VERSUS
April D. Sheaffer, Defendant
DECREE IN
DIVORCE
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DECREED THAT
Christopher R. Sheaffer
April D. Sheaffer
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ARE DIVORCED FROM THE BONDS OF MATRIMONY.
, PLAINTIFF,
, DEFENDANT,
THE COURT RETAINS JURISDICTION OF THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS WHICH HAVE
BEEN RAISED OF RECORD IN THIS ACTION FOR WHICH A FINAL ORDER HAS NOT
YET BEEN ENTERED;
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CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs.
: No. 00 - 7785 Civil Term
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
PRAECIPE TO TRANSMIT RECORD
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Transmit the record, together with the following information to the Court for entry of a
divorce decree:
1. Ground for divorce: irretrievable breakdown under &3301(c) of the Divorce Code.
2. Date and manner of the service of the Complaint: Delivered bv certified mail.
restricted delivery. return receipt requested. delivered on: November 7, 2000.
3. Date of execution ofthe affidavit of consent required by 3301(c) of the Divorce Code:
By Plaintiff:
March 29,2001.
By Defendant:
March 28, 2001.
4. Related claims pending: None.
5. Date Defendant's Waiver of Notice in g3301(c) Divorce was filed with the
Prothonotary: :) - d ~ -0 I
Date Plaintiffs Waiver of Notice in g3301(c) Divorce was filed with the
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
; No. :lOCO-?f8~
CHRiSTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
APRiL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
NOTICE TO DEFEND AND CLAIM RIGHTS
You have been sued in Court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take prompt action. You are warned that if you fail to do so, the case
may proceed without you and a decree of divorce or annulment may be entered against you by the
Court. A judgment may also be entered against you for any other claim or relief requested in
these papers by the Plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you,
including custody or visitation of your children.
Where the ground for the divorce is indignities or irretrievable breakdown of the
marriage, you may request marriage counseling. A list of marriage counselors is available at the
Office of the Prothonotary, Cumberland County Courthouse.
IF YOU DO NOT FILE A CLAIM FOR ALIMONY, DIVISION OF PROPERTY,
LAWYER'S FEES AND EXPENSES BEFORE A DIVORCE OR ANNULMENT IS
GRANTED, YOU MAY LOSE THE RiGHT TO CLAIM THEM.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THlS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO
NOT HAVE A LAWYER 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
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 249-3166
vs.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
; No. iHJ - 17 J:j Ci.;;J}~
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE
AND NOW COMES, Christopher R. Sheaffer, by and through his attorney, Jane Adams,
Esquire and respectfully represents:
COUNT I - DIVORCE
1. Plaintiff is Christopher R. Sheaffer, an adult individual, who has resided at 62 Betty
Nelson Trailer Court, Lot 161, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pa., 17013, since June 1999.
2. Defendant is April D. Sheaffer, an adult individual, who has resided at 62 Betty
Nelson Trailer Court, Lot 161, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pa. 17013, since June 1999.
3. Plaintiff and Defendant have been bona fide residents of the Commonwealth for at
least 6 months immediately previous to the filing of this Complaint.
4. The Plaintiff and the Defendant were married on October 16, 1992 in Bartlesville,
Oklahoma.
5. There have been no prior actions of divorce or for annulment between the parties.
6. Plaintiff has been advised that counseling is available and that plaintiff may have the
right to request that the court require the parties to participate in counseling.
7. Plaintiff and Defendant have two children together, namely, Christopher R. Sheaffer,
dob 5113/98, and Sarah J. Sheaffer, dob 3/24/91.
8. Plaintiff and Defendant are both citizens ofthe United States of America.
9. Neither Plaintiff or Defendant are a member of the Armed Forces ofthe United States
of any of its allies.
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10. The Plaintiff avers that the grounds on which this action is based are:
(a) That the marriage is irretrievably broken; and/or
(b) The Defendant has offered such indignities to the Plaintiff, the
innocent and injured spouse, as to render his condition intolerable and life
burdensome.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the court to enter a decree in divorce.
COUNT n - CUSTODY
1. Plaintiff (hereinafter referred to as "Father") is Christopher R. Sheaffer, who currently
resides at 62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court, Lot 161, Cumberland County, Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
2. Defendant (hereinafter referred to as "Mother") is April D. Sheaffer, who currently
resides at 62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court, Lot 161, Cumberland County, Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
3. Plaintiff seeks primary physical custody of the following children:
NAME
ADDRESS
AGE
Christopher R. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court
Lot 161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
2, dob 5/13/98.
Sarah J. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court
Lot 161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
9, dob 3/24/91.
Sarah J. Sheaffer was born out of wedlock, however, Mother and Father married on
October 16, 1992. Christopher R. Sheaffer was not born out of wedlock.
The children are in the custody of: both Mother and Father; however, Father seeks
primary physical custody.
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During the past five years, the children have resided with the following persons and at the
following addresses:
NAME
ADDRESSES DATES
April and Christopher Sheaffer
1657 S. Hickory St. 1995-ApriI1999.
Bart1esville, Ok.
April and Christopher Sheaffer
Lee and Cindy Farner
(paternal grandparents)
347 W. North St. Aprill999-June 1999
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
April and Christopher Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Ct. June 1999 - present.
Lot 161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
The mother of the children is: April Sheaffer, currently residing at: 62 Betty Nelson
Trailer Court, Lot 161, Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
She is married, however a divorce is pending (see Count 1.)
The father of the children is: Christopher Sheaffer, currently residing at: 62 Betty Nelson
Trailer Court, Lot 161, Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
He is married, however a divorce is pending (see Count 1.)
4. The relationship of plaintiff to the children is that of Father. The plaintiff currently
resides with Mother.
5. The relationship of defendant to the children is that of Mother. The persons that the
defend~t currently resides with are: Father.
6. Plaintiff has not participated as a party or witness, or in another capacity, in other
litigation concerning the custody of the children in this or another court.
Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the children pending
in a court of this Commonwealth.
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Plaintiff does not know of a party to the proceedings who has physical custody of the
children or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the children.
7. The best interest and permanent welfare of the children will be served by granting the
relief requested because: Father plans to move into his parents house. which is a seven room
filflll house on Middlesex Road in Carlisle. The best interests of the children would be served by
this move because the children would benefit from the loving attention of their paternal
erandparentsand the large and pleasant countly environment of the home. The home is also
close to Mother's employment and would provide Mother with a convenient location for
visitation. Father is in the best position to provide suitable housing and a better home
environment for the children.
8. Each parent whose parental rights to the child have not been terminated and the person
who has physical custody of the child have been named as parties to this action.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the court to grant custody of the children.
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.
Date: ':/1.,;< , 00
Respectfully submitted,
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117 South Hanover St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
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CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs.
: No. 00 - 7785 Civil Term
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE OF THE
ORDER SETTING CUSTODY CONFERENCE.
AND NOW, this November 28, 2000, I, Jane Adams, Esquire, hereby certify that
on or about November 22, 2000, a true and correct copy of the ORDER SETTTING A
CUSTODY CONFERENCE for December 12, 2000 was served, via certified mail, restricted
delivery, return receipt requested, addressed to:
April D. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court #161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
DEFENDANT
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J.D. No. 79465
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CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER
PLAINTIFF
V.
APRIL D, SHEAFFER
DEFENDANT
IN TItE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
00-7785 CMLACTIONLAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER O'f COIJRT
AND NOW, this 9th day of November, 2000, upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that the parties and their respective counsel appear before Melissa P. Greevy, Esq. ,the conciliator,
at 214 Senate Avenue, Suite 105, Camp HUl, PA 17011 on the 12th day of December ,2000, at ....!;OO p,m.
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.
FOR THE COURT,
By: Is!
Melissa P. Gref!V.JI_ Es~
Custody Conciliator (f
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.
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Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYL VANIA
vs.
: No. 00 - 7785 Civil Term
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE OF THE
NOTICE TO DEFEND AND COMPLAINT
AND NOW, this November 14, 2000, I, Jane Adams, Esquire, hereby certify that
on November 7, 2000, a true and correct copy of the NOTICE TO DEFEND and COMPLAINT
were served, via certified mail, restricted delivery, return receipt requested, addressed to:
April D. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court #161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
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CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs.
No. QQ,- 7785 Ciyil Term
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
ACTION IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
1. A complaint in divorce under section 3301 (c) of the Divorce Code was filed on November 2,2000.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety days have elapsed from the
date of the filing and service of the Complaint.
3. I consent to the entry of a final decree of divorce after service of notice of intention to request entry of the
decree.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I also understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S, 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to
authorities.
Date: j' -..< 9 - 0 I
WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION
TO R~QUESr ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE
UNDER U3011cl OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1, I consent to entry of a final decree of divorce without notice.
2. I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of properly, lawyer's fees or expenses if I
do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
3. I understand that I will not be divorced until a divorce decree is entered by the Court and that a copy of
the decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit 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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Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs.
No. 00 - 7785 Civil Term
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
ACTION IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
1. A complaint in divorce under section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code was filed on November 2, 2000.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety days have elapsed from the
date of the filing and service of the Complaint
3. I consent to the entry of a final decree of divorce after service of notice of intention to request entry of the
decree.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct I also understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. 4904, relating to unsworn falsifICation to
authorities.
Date: 3 - Ol,:~ ~ 0 \
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WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION
TO REQUEST ENTRY OF A DIVQRCE DECREE
UNDER 633011cl OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. I consent to entry of a final decree of divorce without notice.
2. I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property, laWyer's fees or expenses if I
do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
3. I understand that I will not be divorced until a divorce decree is entered by the Court and that a copy of
the decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct I understand that false statements
herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. !l4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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PLAINTIFF
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APRIL D, SHEAFFER
DEFENDANT
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
00-7785 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 9tb day of November, 2000, upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that the parties and their respective counsel appear before Melissa P. Greevy, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 214 Senate Avenue, Suite 105, Camp Hill, PA 17011 on the 12tbdayof December ,2000, at -.!.:OO p.m.
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.
FOR THE COURT,
By: Isl
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 ATIORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATIORNEY 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
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
ACTION IN DiVORCE
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this
day of
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before
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narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and te enter into a temporary order. Either party may bring the child who
is the subject ofthis custody action to the conference, but the child's attendance is not mandatory. Failure to appear
at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or pennanent order.
FOR THE COURT,
By
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YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ALA WYER
OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT
WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
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OFFICE OF THE COURT ADMINIST A TOR
CUMBERLAND COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 4TH FLOOR
CARLISLE, P A. 17013
(717) 240-6200
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990
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least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled conference or
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November 3, 2000
April D. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court #161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
Re: Sheaffer v. Sheaffer
No. 2000 - 7785 Clivil Term (Cumberland County)
Dear April:
Enclosed please find a Complaint' in Divorce which has been filed with the Cumberland
County Prothonotary under section 3301 of the Divorce Code. Under this section of the Divorce
Code, a final Divorce Decree may be requested in ninety (90) days after filing Affidavits of
Consent.
Please contact me if there are any questions regarding the above. Thank you for your
kind attention to this matter.
Very truly yours,
(COpy
Jane Adams, Esquire
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 00-7785
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
CUSTODY
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this I ~ ~ day of December, 2000, upon consideration of the
attached Custody Conciliation Summary Report, it is hereby ordered and directed as follows:
1. Legal Custody: The parties, Christopher R. Sheaffer and April D. Sheaffer, shall
have shared legal custody of the minor Children, Christopher R. Sheaffer, born May 13, 1998,
and Sarah J. Sheaffer, born March 24, 1991. Each parent shall have an equal right, to be
exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency decisions affecting
the Children's general well-being including, but not limited to, all decisions regarding their
health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of Pa,C.S. ~ 5309, each parent shall be
entitled to all records and information pertaining to the Children including, but not limited to,
medical, dental, religious or school records, the residence address of the Children and of 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 copiel1 thereof, with the other parent within
such reasonable time as to make the records and information of reasonable use to the other
parent.
2. Physical Custody: The parties shall have a shared physical custody arrangement
which shall be arranged around the parties' work schedules. Additionally, Mother shall have
one seven-day period of vacation each summer. If a conflict should arise with regard to the
custodial schedule, the schedule shall be arranged in a week-on week-off schedule which will
be deemed to have commenced on December 18, 2000, with Father having custody for that
week.
3. Relocation: Neither party shall relocate beyond a fifty-mile radius from their present
residences in Cumberland County, absent proper petition to the Court and a sixty-day notice
provided to the other parent.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
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vs.
NO. 00-7785
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
CUSTODY
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
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 Children who are the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME
DATE OF BIRTH
CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Christopher R. Sheaffer
Sarah J. Sheaffer
May 13,1998
March 24, 1991
Mother and Father
Mother and Father
2. A Custody Conciliation Conference wa~ held on December 12, 2000, with the
following individuals in attendance: the Father, C~ristopher R. Sheaffer, and his counsel, Jane
Adams, Esquire; the Mother, April D. Sheaffer, and her counsel, Karl E. Rominger, Esquire.
3. The parties reached an agreement in the form of an Order as attached.
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CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER
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PLA/NTIFF
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APRIL D. SHEAFFER :
DEFENDANT :
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAs OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
00-7785 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
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AND NOW, this 9th --_ day of Novembe_r_r, 2000, upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that the parties and their respective counsel appear befureMelissa p. Greev , Ey~Eq~, the conciliator,
at_ 21._~4 Senat_._._._e Avenue, Sm're 105, Cam Hill, PA 17011 on the 12thday of December ,2000, at 1:00 p.m.
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
prov/de grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
FOR THECOURT,
By: /s/ Melj~sa
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 TI-IlS 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 ItELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
vs.
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COIINTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: No.
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
:
AND NOW, this day of ,2000, upon
consideration of the attached complaint, it is hereby directed that the par~ie,,; and their respoctive counsel appear
before , Esquire, the conciliator, at
· Pennsylvania, on , the day of
,2000, at o'clock .m. 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. Either party may bring the child who
is the subject ofthls custody action to the conference, but the child's attendance is not mandatory. Failure to appear
at the conference may provide grounds for ertlD, ora temporary or permanent order.
,, FOR THE COURT,
By
Custody Conciliator
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER
OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT
WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HE[,P.
OFFICE OF THE COURT ADMINISTATOR
CUMBERLAND COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 4TH FLOOR
CARLISLE, PA. 17013
~. (717) 240-6200
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accomodatinns 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.
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: No.
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
:
NOTICE TO DEFEND AND CLAIM RIGHTS
You have been sued in Court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take prompt action. You are warned that if you fail to do so, the case
may proceed without you and a decree of divorce or annulment may be entered against you by the
Court. A judgment may also be entered against you for any other claim or relief requested in
these papers by the Plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you,
including custody or visitation of your children.
Where the ground for the divorce is indignities or irretrievable breakdown of the
marriage, you may request marriage counseling. A list of marriage counselors is available at the
Office of the Prothonotary, Cumberland County Courthouse.
IF YOU DO NOT FILE A CLAIM FOR ALIMONY, DIVISION OF PROPERTY,
LAWYER'S FEES AND EXPENSES BEFORE A DIVORCE OR ANNULMENT IS
GRANTED, YOU MAY LOSE THE RIGHT TO CLAIM THEM.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO
NOT HAVE A LAWYER 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
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 249~3166
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
1N THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No.
ACTION IN DIVORCE
COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE
AND NOW COMES, Christopher R. Sheaffer, by and through his attorney, Jane Adams,
Esquire and respectfully represents:
COUNTI-DIVORCE
I. Plaintiffis Christopher R. Sheaffer, an adult individual, who has resided at 62 Betty
Nelson Trailer Court, Lot 161, Carlisle, Cumberland County, P'a., 17013, since June 1999.
2. Defendant is April D. Sheaffer, an adult individual, who has resided at 62 Betty
Nelson Trailer Court, Lot 161, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pa. 17013, since June 1999.
3. Plaintiffand Defendant have been bona fide residents of the Commonwealth for at
least 6 months immediately previous to the filing of this Complaint.
4. The Plaintiffand the Defendant were married on October 16, 1992 in Bartlesville,
Oklahoma.
5. There have been no prior actions of divorce or for armulment between the parties.
6. Plaintiff has been advised that counseling is available., and that plaintiff may have the
right to request that the court require the parties to participate in counseling.
7. Plaintiff and Defendant have two children together, namely, Christopher R. Sheaffer,
dob 5/13/98, and Sarah J. Sheaffer, dob 3/24/91.
8. Plaintiff and Defendant are both citizens of the United States of America.
9. Neither Plaintiff or Defendant are a member of the Armed Forces of the United States
of any of its allies.
10. The Plaintiffavers that the grounds on which this action is based are:
(a) That the marriage is irretrievably broken; m~d/or
(b) The Defendant has offered such indignities to the Plaintiff, the
innocent and injured spouse, as to render his condition intolerable and life
burdensome.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffrequests the court to enter a decree in divorce.
COUNT II - CUSTODY
1. Plaintiff (hereinafter referred to as "Father") is Christopher R. Sheaffer, who currently
resides at 62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court, Lot 161, Cumberland County, Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
2. Defendant (hereinafter referred to as "Mother") is April D. Sheaffer, who currently
resides at 62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court, Lot 161, Cumberland County, Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
3. Plaintiff seeks primary physical custody of the following children:
Christopher R. Sheaffer
Sarah J. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court
Lot 161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court
Lot 161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
2, dob 5/13/98.
9, dob 3/24/91.
The children are in the custody off both Mother and Father; however, Father seeks
primary physical custody.
Sarah J. Sheaffer was bom out of wedlock, however, Mother and Father married on
October 16, 1992. Christopher R. Sheaffer was not bom out of wedlock.
During the past five years, the children have resided with the following persons and at the
following addresses:
NAME ~ DATES
April and Christopher Sheaffer
1657 S. Hickory St.
Bartlesville, Ok.
1995-April 1999.
April and Christopher Sheaffer
Lee and Cindy Famer
(paternal grandparents)
347 W. North St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
April 1999~June 1999
April and Christopher Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Ct.
Lot 161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
June 1999 - present.
The mother of the children is: April Sheaffer, currently' residing at: 62 Betty Nelson
Trailer Court, Lot 161, Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
She is married, however a divorce is pending (see Count I.)
The father of the children is: Christopher Sheaffer, ctnrently residing at: 62 Betty Nelson
Trailer Court, Lot 161, Carlisle, Pa. 17013.
He is manSed, however a divorce is pending (see Count I.)
4. The relationship ofplalntiffto the children is that ot' Father. The plaintiff currently
resides with Mother.
5. The relationship of defendant to the children is that of Mother. The persons that the
defenda~nt currently resides with are: Father.
6. Plaintiffhas not participated as a party or witness, or in another capacity, in other
litigation concerning the custody of the children in this or another court.
Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the children pending
in a court of this Commonwealth.
Plaintiff does not know of a party to the proceedings who has physical custody of the
children or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the children.
7. The best interest and permanent welfare of the children will be served by granting the
relief requested because: Father plans to move into his parenlls house, which is a seven room
farm house on Middlesex Road in Carlisle. The best interests of the children would be served by
this move because the children would benefit from the loving attention of their Paternal
grandparents and the large and oleasant country_ environment of the home. The home is also
close to Mother's employment and would provide Mother with a convenient location for
visitation. Father is in the best position to provide suitable housin? and a better home
environment for the children.
8. Each parent whose parental rights to the child have not been terminated and the person
who has physical custody of the child have been named as pm'ties to this action.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the court to grant custody of the children.
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.
Respectfiffiy submitted,
ms, Esquire
t'/I.D. No. 79465
117 South Hanover St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 245;-8508
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: No. 00-7785 Civil Term
:
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
~FIDA¥IT O~ SE~.R__VIC~Y.~OI~, T_H_~
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AND NOW, this November 14, 2000, I, lane Adams, [',squire, hereby certify that
on November 7, 2000, a truc and correct copy of thc NOTICE TO DEFEND and COMPLAINT
were served, via certified mail, restricted delivery, return receipt requested, addressed to:
April D. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court #161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
DEFENDANT
Respectfully Submitted:
~squire
I.D. No. 79465;
117 South Hanover St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 245-8508
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
JANE ADAMS
ATTORNEY AT LAW
I I 7 SOUTH HANOVER STREET
CARLISLE:, Pa,. 170 I 3
(7 I 7) ~45-8508
(7 I 7) E45-8538 r~x
VIA CERTIFIED MAIL, RESTRICTED DELIVERY
November 3, 2000
April D. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court #161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
Re: Sheaffer v. Sheaffer
No. 2000 - 7785 Oivil Term (Cumberland County)
Dear April:
Enclosed please find a Complaint'in Divorce which has been filed with the Cumberland
County Prothonotary under section 3301 of the Divorce Code. Under this section of the Divorce
Code, a final Divorce Decree may be requested in ninety (90) days al~er filing Affidavits of
Consent.
Please contact me if there are any questions regarding the above. Thank you for your
kind attention to this mattet:i
/JA
cc: Christopher Sheaffer
Very truly yours,
COPY
Jane Adams, Esquire
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: No. 00-7785 Civil Term
:
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
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on or about November 22, 2000, a true and correct copy of the ORDER SETTTING A
CUSTODY CONFERENCE for December 12, 2000 was served,, via certified mail, restricted
delivery, return receipt requested, addressed to:
April D. Sheaffer
62 Betty Nelson Trailer Court #161
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
DEFENDANT
Respectfiflly Submitted:
.]6ne Adams., Esquire
ID. No. 79465
117 South Hanover St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 245-8508
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER
PLAINTIFF
V,
APRIL D. SHEAFFER
DEFENDANT
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
00-7785 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
AND NOW, this 9th day of November , 2000, upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that the parties and their respective counsel appear beforeMelissa P. Greev~, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 214 Senate Avenue, Suite 105, Camp Hill, PA 17011 on the 12thday of December ,2000, at 1:00 p.m.
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.
FOR THE COURT,
By: Is/ Mellc~a P. Gree~v.
.~ Custody Conciliator 0X
The Court of Common Picas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the
Americans with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessib]le facilities and reasonable
accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office.
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Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
DEC :L
IN THE COl, JRT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AND NOW, this /~'~'~' day of December, 2000, upon consideration of the
attached Custody Conciliation Summary Report, it is hereby ordered and directed as follows:
1. ~: The parties, Christopher R. Sheaffer and April D. Sheaffer, shall
have shared legal custody of the minor Children, Christopher R. Sheaffer, born May 13, 1998,
and Sarah J. Sheaffer, born March 24, 1991. Each parent slhall have an equal right, to be
exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency decisions affecting
the Children's general well-being including, but not limited to, all decisions regarding their
health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of Pa.C.S. § 5309, each parent shall be
entitled to all records and information pertaining to the Children including, but not limited to,
medical, dental, religious or school records, the residence address of the Children and of 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.
2. ~:~L,~L~E~tg~: The parties shall have a shared physical custody arrangement
which shall be arranged around the parties' work schedules. Additionally, Mother shall have
one seven-day period of vacation each summer. If a conflict should arise with regard to the
custodial schedule, the schedule shall be arranged in a week-on week-off schedule which will
be deemed to have commenced on December 18, 2000, with Father having custody for that
week.
3. Relocation: Neither party shall relocate beyond a fifty-mile radius from their present
residences in Cumberland County, absent proper petition to the Court and a sixty-day notice
provided to the other parent.
Dist:
Jane Adams, Esquire, 117 S. Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA 17013
Karl E. Rominger, Esquire, 155 S. Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA 17013
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER, :
Plaintiff .'
.'
vs. : NO. 00-7785
:
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant : CUSTODY
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARYREPORT
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 Children who are the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME
DATE OF BIRTH
CURRENTLYIN CUSTODY OF
Christopher R. Sheaffer
Sarah J. Sheaffer
May 13, 1998
March 24, 1991
Mother and Father
Mother and Father
2. A Custody Conciliation Conference was held on December 12, 2000, with the
following individuals in attendance: the Father, Christopher R. Sheaffer, and his counsel, Jane
Adams, Esquire; the Mother, April D. Sheaffer, and her counsel, Karl E. Rominger, Esquire.
3, The parties reached an agreement in the form of an Order as attached.
Date
Custody Conciliator
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. No. 00 - 7785 Civil Term
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT*
1. A complaint in divorce under section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code was filed on November 2, 2000.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken :~nd ninety days have elapsed from the
date of the filing and service of the Complaint.
3. I consent to the entry of a final decree of divoroe after service of notice of intention to request entry of the
decree.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I also understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to
authorities.
Date:_,? -2 ~' O /
Christopher R. Sheaffer~intiff
WAIYER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION
TO REQUEST ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE
UNDER Ii3301(c~ OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. I consent to entry of a final decree of divorce without notice.
2. I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property, lawyer's fees or expenses if I
do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
3. I understand that I will not be divorced until a divorce decree is entered by the Court and that a copy of
the decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and corract. I understand that false statements
herein ara made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. ~4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Chdstol~er R. Scheaffe~aintiff
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. No. 00- 7785 CiviITerm
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
1. A complaint in divome under section 3301(c) of the Divome Code was filed on November 2, 2000.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety days have elapsed from the
date of the filing and service of the Complaint.
3. I consent to the entry of a final decree of divorce after service of notice of intention to request entry of the
decree.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I also understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to
authorities.
Date: ;Aj_ c:~,'"~ ' (~ [ April D. Sheaffer, Defendant ~
WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTIG~
TO REQUEST ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE
UNDER ~3301~c~ OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. I consent to entry of a final decree of divome without notice.
2. I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property, lawyer's fees or expenses if I
do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
3. I understand that I will not be divorced until a divome decree is entered by the Court and that a copy of
the decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit ara 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.
Date: ::~-~"~ -(~ ~ "A"p~l~l~i Sc-F~afferi-Plaint~ ~
CHRISTOPHER R. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
APRIL D. SHEAFFER,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COU2qTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: No. 00- 7785 Civil Term
:
: ACTION IN DIVORCE;
PRAECIPE TO TRANSMIT RECORD
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Transmit the record, together with the following information to the Court for entry of a
divorce decree:
1. Ground for divorce: irretrievable breakdown under §3301(c) of the Divorce Code.
2. Date and manner of the service of the Complaint: Delivered by certified mail,
restricted delivery, return receipt requested, delivered on: November 7, 2000.
3. Date of execution of the affidavit of consent required by 3301(c) of the Divorce Code:
By Plaintiff: March 29, 2001.
By Defendant: March 28, 2001.
4. Related claims pending: None.
5. Date Defendant's Waiver of Notice in §3301(c) Diw>rce was filed with the
Prothonotary: ~ ~'4D [
Date Plaintiffs Waiver of Notice in §3301(c) Divorce was filed with the
Prothonotary: ~--~.~c~ ~0 [
~ Respect fully~.~Sub/~_d:
/,~a~ Adarns~E~quir~ -
/ I.D.~No. 79465
[ 36 ~. Pitt Street
~aflisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 245-8508
Attomey fi)r Plaintiff
IN THE COURT Of COMMON PLEAS
Christopher R. Sheaffer, Plaintiff
VERSUS
April D. Sheaffer, Defendant
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
STATE OF PENNA.
No. 00 - 7785 Civil Term
NO.
DECREE IN
DIVORCE
AND NOW,~~J~ ~
, IT IS ORDERED AND
DECREED THAT
AND
Christopher R. Sheaffer
April D. Sheaffer
, PLAINTIFF,
, DEFENDANT,
ARE DIVORCED FROM THE BONDS OF MATRIMONY,
THe COURT RETAINS JURISDICTION OF THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS WHICH HAVE
BEEN RAISED OF RECORD IN THIS ACTION FOR WHICH A FINAL ORDER HAS NOT
YEt BEEN ENTERED;
None.
ATTEST: J.
PROTHONOTARY