In Re Schaefer

DECISION RE: OBJECTION TO CLAIM

WILLIAM L. EDMONDS, Bankruptcy Judge.

Elaine M. Schaefer, a co-debtor, objects to the claim filed by AgVantage FS, Inc. (hereinafter “AgVantage”). Hearing on this contested matter proceeding was held April 13, 2005 in Fort Dodge. Dale L. Putnam appeared as attorney for Elaine Schaefer; Patrick C. Galles appeared as attorney for AgVantage.

This court has jurisdiction of this proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 1334(a), 28 U.S.C. § 157(a) and the District Court’s order of reference. This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B).

AgVantage timely filed its proof…