2022-Apr May Jun EWING

NIEHAUS
Second Quarter 2022 • Volume 65, Issue 2 NEWS

NEW PRO YARD

New location and people at Niehaus
Lumber Terre Haute. Pictured Left to Right:
Keith McMonagle, Operations Manager,
and Tim Malooley, General Manager.
SEE PAGE 6 TO LEARN MORE.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARIES

JULY JULY

CORPORATE OFFICES Neil Wood Jul 1 Deb Dunn 26 years
Heather Dirksen Jul 3 Mike Adams 21 years
1422 E. Elkhorn Rd. • Vincennes, IN Amanda Sims Jul 9 Craig Sims 21 years
(812) 886-4412 Chad Hawkins Jul 9 Roger Abel 15 years
Clete Yochum Jul 16 Stuart Freeman 6 years
Bernie Niehaus Benny Crow Jul 18 Bryan Wood 3 years
Chris Maker Jul 18 Steven Duffield 2 years
CEO Zachary Martin Jul 18 Brian McVaigh 1 year
Chandler Deckard 1 year
Butch Niehaus Cody Smith Jul 19
Ryan Berherm Jul 19 AUGUST
President Mackernzie Biehl-Orr Jul 20
Lisa Evans Jul 20 Ken Doades 47 years
David Niehaus Dakota Snow Jul 20 Clete Yochum 42 years
Lance Skaggs Jul 21 Ron Gaines 24 years
Vice President John Matick Jul 23 Susan Sanders 24 years
Amber Bursott Jul 26 Scott Klein 16 years
Mark Webster Jul 26 Chuck Young 15 years
Austin Ray Jul 27 Adam Cliver 10 years
Benjamin Osmon Jul 28 Tracy Estabrook 9 years
Mason Levingston Jul 31 Jake Steinkuhl 7 years
Dennis Wiedner Jul 31 Tim South 7 years

WELCOME TO THE TEAM! AUGUST Meghan Bouchie 4 years

Mackenzie Biehl-Orr NL-Vincennes Dakota Mattes Aug 1 Christian Buchanan 2 years
Dalton Berry NL-Terre Haute Wade Christian Aug 6
Christopher Bannister WBM-Vincennes Bradley Davison Aug 7 Bradley Davison 2 years
Craig Ellerman NL-Vincennes Ken Doades Aug 8
Destiny Cleveland NL-Vincennes Kenneth Dugger Aug 8 Clarence Michl 2 years
Neil Wood NL-Vincennes Ryan Hutchison Aug 9
Nathan McConnell WBM-Vincennes Mickayla Smith Aug 9 Tristan Seals 2 years
Brandon Westfall Stonehaus Chuck Young Aug 11
Chad Hawkins WBM-Vincennes Sonya Embrey Aug 12 Briar Leigh 2 years
Cameron Anderson NL-Vincennes Mitchel McGuire Aug 12
Elwood Street NL-Robinson Bryan Myers Aug 13 Adam Elliott 1 year
James Freeman WBM-Vincennes Gretchen Beaver Aug 15
Earl Blizzard WBM-Vincennes Heather Goodman Aug 15 Tonya French 1 year
Lonnie Eagleson WBM-Vincennes Tiffany Henderson Aug 17
Mark Webster NL-Vincennes Keith Hirsch 1 year
Michael Brewer Jr. NL-Vincennes Butch Tolliver Aug 20
Heather Goodman NL-Vincennes Cameron Anderson Grant Utt 1 year
Dakota Mattes NL-Vincennes Grant Utt Aug 22
Curtis Smith Andrew Merrill 1 year
Jacob Wright Installed Sales Nichole Parkhill Aug 23
Christopher Shade Daniel Hess 1 year
Charles Hoggard WBM-St Louis Mike Worland Aug 25
Tyler Wilds 1 year
Aug 25
Mitchel McGuire 1 year
Aug 29
Bobby Ray Deakins Jr. 1 year
Aug 30
Bryan Justin Myers 1 year

SEPTEMBER

SEPTEMBER Doug Mikiska 30 years
Dick Woodward 16 years
CONGRATULATIONS Ross Montgomery Sep 1 Curtis Smith 7 years
Jennifer Mitchell Sep 2 Wade Christian 5 years
Brian Childs Jay Anderson Sep 4 Lisa Brothers 4 years
on the recent graduation of his son, Jack Amy Gaultney Sep 12 Chad Ritzert 4 years
Childs, from Chaminade College Prep with High Lee Endicott Sep 13 Jennifer Kidwell 4 years
Honors. He will be attending Indiana University Bryan Meldrum Sep 14 Lisa Evans 4 years
Kelley School of Business. Brian Childs is the Elwood Street Sep 19 Dustin Fagg 2 years
Kasey Like Sep 28 Luis Scott 1 year
General Manager at WBM St. Louis. Ryan Bergherm 1 year
Jade Tibbs 1 year

Nichole Parkhill 1 year
Jacoby Wilson 1 year

Jennifer Rhoutsong 1 year

The Sticker

A lmost 90 years ago, in 1933, my grandpa Ben and my
father Francis started Niehaus Planing Mill – the origin of
our business today. Ben Niehaus was an inventive sort and
very skilled with mill machinery. Ben would be down at
the mill at 5:30 in the morning turning binder rollers for the wheat
farmers and hotbed sashes for the melon farmers in addition to
planing their rough lumber.

The most fascinating mill machine we had was the moulding
machine, also called the Sticker. The only keepsake I have from
the old mill is the head from that old Sticker. A solid brass piece
slotted to hold four knives. Hanging on the wall next to the sticker
were hundreds of knives. Grandpa Ben would sometimes spend half a day setting up the
moulding machine with certain knives on the head. Depending on what moulding he was
going to run. I especially enjoyed watching him run the wide crown moulding.

I remember working in the old mill during my grade school and high school years. I enjoyed
off-bearing boards from the 24 inch planer – but really enjoyed off-bearing the mouldings
from the “Sticker”.

Pictured above: The brass head Pictured above: Moulding Profiles
of the Sticker machine

Brain Teaser

Answers on Page 9.

New Opportunities & New Faces

Meet Kurt Seger

Production Manager - Door Mill & Top Shop Vincennes
Kurt Seger is the Production Manager for the Door Mill
and Top Shop in Vincennes. His day to day tasks keep him
very busy -- from quoting, ordering and corresponding
with stores in the Top shop to managing the everyday
operations in the Door Mill. Before working in the Door Mill
& Top Shop, Kurt worked for Kauffman Engineering for 37
years.
Kurt was born in Jasper and raised in Vincennes, IN where
he attended Lincoln High School. He graduated from
Vincennes University with an Associates degree in Science
with a focus on Industrial Drafting.
Kurt and his wife, Donna, have been married for 33 years!
They have five wonderful kids - Logan, Evan, Kristin,
Brayden and Quentin. His family is constantly growing.
Logan, 31, is married to Lacey Myers and Evan,29, is
married to Kelsey Schaller. Kristin, 27, is married to Ryan
bottoms and have a beautiful daughter Adaylyn Grace. You can pick Kurt’s truck out of a crowd
with the cursive writing on the front license plate that reads “Poppy”. Brayden, 22, is employed
at Good Samaritan Hospital and Quentin, 19, is attending Vincennes University. We can’t forget
about the most important family member, Sadie, a beautiful Shitzu-Irishsetter mix. When Kurt isn’t
working, he enjoys spending time with his growing family, deer hunting, fishing, playing golf and
chilling in the pool with a chilled beverage! He is also a member of the St Francis Xavier Parish
where he attends St. Johns and sings in the Folk Group. Kurt is easy to talk with and we are
excited to see where he leads the Door Mill and Top Shop operations!

Q. Who cut the American Flag into pieces and was honoured for doing it?
A. Robert Peary, who left pieces of the Flag scattered at the North Pole.

Q. Is it ever appropriate to fly the Flag upside down?
A. Yes, but only in an emergency. It means “Help me, I am in
trouble!”

Q. What is done with worn or outdated flags?
A. Flags are used until they are worn out and they are
destroyed, preferably by burning.

Q. Francis Scott Key wrote the words to “The Star-Spangled Banner” on the back of an envelope.
What is the source of the music for it?
A. The music is from a old drinking song called “To Anacreon in Heaven”.

2nd Quarter 2022 | NIEHAUS NEWS | Page 5

LNoecwation! Niehaus Lumber in Terre Haute has
recently undergone massive changes.
They moved and are now located at 555
W Margaret Avenue in Terre Haute. With a
new building comes new products. With
over 30 feet of Pro Milwaukee Power Tools

UPDATES and Diablo blades, Niehaus Lumber Terre
IMPROVEMENTS Haute has the perfect tool for the job.

AND ADDITIONS! Along with new products and a new
building, Niehaus Lumber gained several

new employees with years of experience.

Driving up to the new store front you would hardly notice the massive lumberyard that is nicely

organized or the enormous storage warehouse connected to the store. With the new location,

products and people, Niehaus Lumber in Terre Haute is your local Pro Yard Headquarters!

Pictured: A. The new brightly lit 28’ Diablo wall. B. Rob Lawson, Ryan Berherm and Bryan Meyers
in the yard office. C. Bryan Myers, outside sales rep, and Oscar Brosey, inside sales rep, smiling at
the main counter. D. 12’ red wall of Milwaukee Power! E. Andersen Door displayed in the Window
and Door area of the showroom with a peak at the unique offices in the background. F. Roofing
Shingles wall display. G. A panoramic view of the entrance of the lumberyard. H. Debbie Van Gilder

smiling in front of her office. There are 9 offices, each featuring different siding, roofing, windows
and doors. I. Scott Brian, CDL Driver, preparing to take off with a load of lumber. J. The new

Niehaus Lumber Terre Haute store front.

A. B.

C. D.

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E. F.
G.
H. I.
J.

Traeger Smoked Brisket

Rub Ingredients Main Ingredients

2 tbsp Garlic Powder 1 (12-14 lb) Whole Packer

2 tbsp Onion Powder Brisket, trimmed

2 tbsp Paprika 1 1/2 c Beef Broth

2 tsp Chile Powder

1/3 c Kosher Salt

1/3 c Coarse Ground Pepper

How To

When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 225° F and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.
For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available. For the Rub: Mix together garlic powder, onion
powder, paprika, chili pepper, kosher salt and pepper in a small bowl. Season the brisket on all
sides with the rub. Place brisket, fat side down on grill grate. Cook brisket until it reaches an
internal temperature of 160°F, about 5 to 6 hours. When brisket reaches internal temperature of
160°F, remove from grill. Double wrap meat in aluminum foil and add the beef broth to the foil
packet. Return brisket to grill and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 204°F, about 3
hours more. Once finished, remove from grill, unwrap from foil and let rest for 15 minutes. Slice
against the grain and serve. Helpful tip: Keep opening the lid to check the internal temp and
loosing heat? Remove the guess work from cooking with the wireless MEATER® Probe, in stock
at Niehaus Lumber Vincennes!

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6th Generation: Samantha Ann Jones

Samantha Ann Jones is the second great-grandchild of
Bernie and Patty Niehaus. She was welcomed with much
love by her parents, Cody and Emily Jones, on March
22, 2022. Samantha was 5 lbs 5 oz and was 18 inches
long. Emily is the daughter of David and Maggie Niehaus.
Samantha is David and Maggie’s first grandchild.
Emily is currently working in the Niehaus family business as
the Marketing and Retail Merchandiser. She also helps with
human resources and marketing at Old Chicago and Steak
‘n Shake. Cody is the Production Supervisor at Farbest
Foods, Inc in Vincennes, Indiana. Samantha was born small
but she has a big personality! She loves smiling, tummy
time, swaying in her swing, sitting outside and going on
walks in the stroller. Samantha never fails to be the center
of attention at the Niehaus residence. We are so excited to
see what a beautiful and strong woman Samantha will grow
up to be. She may follow in her moms footsteps and join the
family business! Pictured Left: Cody Jones, Emily Niehaus
Jones and Samantha Jones

Brain Teaser Answers

NIEHAUS NEWS Connect

This newsletter is the Editor/Photographer/Writer: WITH US
official publication of Brian Kirwer
events and activities 2nd Quarter 2022 | NIEHAUS NEWS | Page 9
of NC, Inc. [email protected]
Emily Niehaus

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Employees in Profile

H Henry John Mattickenry John Mattick works in Drafting at Stonehaus in Vincennes. He spends
time working on the computer drawing and designing jobs. He’s worked
at Stonehaus for almost 3 years. Before working at Stonehaus, Henry
John worked at Murphy’s Cameras selling photography cameras in Louisville,

Kentucky.

Henry John was born and raised in Vincennes, Indiana. He’s a former Alice,

attending Lincoln High School here in Vincennes. Henry John pursued a higher

education at Indiana University, earning a bachelor’s degree in exercise science.

He comes from a large family, being one of nine kids. He extended his family

when he and his wife, Erica Mattick, recently had their first baby boy, Henry

James Mattick. When Henry John’s not at home with his family, he can be found

anywhere outdoors. He enjoys golfing and being outdoors.

L Lance Skaggsance Skaggs works at our Robinson location for Niehaus Lumber. He works
in the inside sales department and assists customers daily to help them
with whatever they may need. Lance has worked with us since January of
2021, almost a year and a half. Before working at Niehaus Lumber in Robinson,

he worked in construction.

Lance was born in Robinson, Illinois but grew up in Palestine, Illinois where

he attended high school. Lance and his fiancé Caitie Hawkins have two girls,

ROBINSON an 18-month-old named Averi and an eight year old named Charli. He loves
CORPORATE
VINCENNES spending time with his family. He enjoys being on the water during warm weather

and especially loves fishing and swimming with his family.

A Andy Petellendy Petelle is an IT Technician at Niehaus Companies. His job varies daily
as he travels to Evansville, Terre Haute, Robinson, and Vincennes to work
on computers and fix any issues that arise. He’s worked here for just over
a year, starting with us in April of 2021. Before working at WBM, Andy was the IT

Technician for the Southwest Dubois County School Corporation.

Andy was born and raised in Vincennes, Indiana where he attended North Knox

High School. He became a freshman at Vincennes University at the age of 38,

earning his associates in computer networking. Andy and his wife, Dana, have a

14-year-old daughter named Lucy who will attend South Knox as a freshman this

fall. Their family also includes 3 kittens! Andy likes to spend time with his family

and enjoys streaming and editing videos in his free time.

D Dwight Footewight Foote works in the Door Mill as a door builder at WBM. He usually
works on the singles line building Therma-Tru exterior doors. His day
starts early and oftentimes goes late, so he always has something to do
and is always on the move. He’s been with WBM for almost 6 years, starting

in December of 2016. Before joining the WBM family, he was a carpenter for a

local contractor.

Dwight was born and raised in Knox County, Indiana and spent some time

living in Texas later on. He attended North Knox High School. Dwight and his

wife, Nichole Foote, have 5 girls and 1 grandchild and can’t wait to have more

grandchildren. He enjoys being outside and spends most of his free time being

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