Celebrations 12-13-09

Mason City, Iowa âœŚ Sunday, December 13, 2009

80th Birthday John Haller, of Mason City, will celebrate his 80th birthday with an open house from noon to 3 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 20, in the community room at The Meadows of Mason City, 1604 10th St. S.E., Mason City.

Married

Married

Kristen Hickman and Chris Fox were united in marriage on Sept. 5, 2009, at First Covenant Church in Mason City.

80th Birthday

Elizabeth Helps

Dorance Rosendahl,

and

of Clear Lake, will celebrate his 80th birthday with a card shower.

Eric Wetzel were married on Nov. 20, 2009, in Cheyenne, Wyo.

Happy 80th Birthday, Buck!

Love, from your children.

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Doyal, Finn

Burke, Pfannes

MASON CITY— Tayler Finn and Chace Doyal were married Sept. 5, 2009, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church by Father Craig Steimel.

Tayler is the daughter of Ron and Sheryn Drewelow of Mason City and Kelly and Julie Vedane-Finn of Rogersville, Mo. Chace is the son of Phillip and Daylen Doyal of Seguin, Texas.

Maid of honor was Madison Finn, sister of the bride.

Other attendants to the bride were Jessyca Smith, Kristina Torres and Wynter Doyal. Junior bridesmaid was Lauryn Drewelow. Tayler’s personal attendants were Jessica Trappe and Lisa Blinkmann. Flower girl was Riley Drewelow.

Best man was Jason Doyal, brother of the groom.

Other attendants to the groom were Chris McGill, Pat Sweeney and Brad Shatek. Ushers were Kyle Finn and Zac Hueneman.

Soloist was Alycia Brunsvold and organist was Connie Bleile.

A reception hosted by Tom and Sue Teggatz and Tom and Pauline Shatek was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Mason City.

Tayler is a student at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas, pursuing a degree in business management/finance. Chace is employed as an account manager with Ecolab Chemical Company in San Antonio, Texas.

The couple is at home in Schertz, Texas.

MASON CITY — Jennifer Pfannes and Andy Burke were married Sept. 26, 2009, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Mason City by Monsignor John Hemann.

Jennifer is the daughter of Dave and Margaret Pfannes of Mason City. Andy is the son of Mike and Sharon Burke of Mason City.

Maid of honor was Sara Pfannes. Jennifer’s other attendants were Marie Voet, Nicole Pritchard and Julie Cook.

Best man was Josh Burke. Andy’s other attendants were Andrew Cahalan, Keith Brady and Brian Willham.

Jennifer is employed with On With Life in Ankeny and Andy is employed with Snyder & Associates, also in Ankeny.

The couple resides in Johnston.

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Roddy earns graduate degree

Vivian Anderson, 90 CLEAR LAKE — A card shower is planned for Vivian Anderson, of Clear Lake, who will observe her 90th birthday, Monday, Dec. 21.

She was born Dec. 21, 1919.

Cards may be sent to Vivian at the following address: 1310 Village Road, Clear Lake, Iowa 50428.

Snater, 30 years

LoRee Kulhavy, 90 MASON CITY — LoRee Kulhavy, of Mason City, will celebrate her 90th birthday with an openhouse from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, at The Manor, 4 Third St. N.W., Mason City.

LoRee was born Dec. 8, 1919.

All friends and relatives are invited to help LoRee celebrate her 90th birthday.

She requests no gifts. Your presence is your gift to her.

Anyone unable to attend, may send greetings to LoRee at 4 Third St. N.W., Apt. 747, Mason City, Iowa 50401.

MADISON, Wis. — Ronald D. Snater Jr. and Janice L. (Myklestad) Snater of Madison, Wis., were married Dec. 15, 1979, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua.

The couple will celebrate their 30 wedding anniversary Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009.

Cards may be sent to them at 7202 Flagship Drive, No. 6, Madison, WI, 53719. They request no gifts, please.

The couple’s children are Chad Snater of Gainsville, Fla., and Josh Snater of Madison, Wis.

Dixon, 50 years MASON CITY — Larry Dixon and Sharon Birdsell were married Dec. 4, 1959, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa.

They have two daughters, Laura Bramsen (Darin), and Tracy (Mike) Waite. They also have four grandchildren, Jeramy Schiefelbein, Jake (Treena) Waite, Ben (Katie) Bramsen, Jillian Waite (Ryan); five great-grandchildren, Alexis Schiefelbein, Makayla and Makenna Waite, Hailey and Hayden Hanson.

The couple had a small celebration with family.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Mary (Kerdus) Roddy, of Finger Lakes, N.Y., will celebrate receiving her graduate degree, a master of science degree in strategic marketing, Dec. 19, from Roberts Wesleyan College, in Rochester, N.Y. Roddy is the daughter of Reta Kerdus, Mason City, Iowa, and the late Bill Kerdus.

Roddy will be delivering an address themed, “Go the Distance,” as the commencement speaker, representing all graduate program honorees at the ceremony.

A Mason City native and graduate of Newman High School and Northern Illinois University, Roddy is also celebrating over 31 years in sales and marketing for Xerox Corporation.

She has enjoyed domestic assignments in Minnesota, New York and California, along with international marketing travel and experiences, including her current role as World

Mary Roddy

Wide Graphic Communications Channel Manager, focusing on strategic marketing initiatives between Xerox and FUJIFILM, Inc. Roddy currently resides in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, with her husband, Dave and her Australian Shepherd, Starr. Her passions are jet skiing on Keuka Lake and cross country running on the Keuka Outlet Trail, with frequent participation in 5K charity and team relay marathon races.

Students selected for People to People Program CLEAR LAKE — Jada Kern and Megan Merfeld, students at Clear Lake Middle School in Clear Lake, have been accepted into the People to People Student Ambassador Program, an educational travel program founded by President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

The pair will explore Australia for 15 days next summer as members of the Iowa delegation.

Each can earn academic credit while getting to know the people, culture and history of the places visited.

They will take part in a variety of activities such as a community service project, snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef and climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is considered an honor to be accepted into the program.

Middle school students from the state of Iowa will travel under the leadership of Briana Bartlett, a teacher-leader from Oskaloosa Elementary School. The delegation also is led by Terri Schott, who teaches in Cedar Rapids at Franklin Middle School.

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John Haller, 80

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Thank you The Louis Rice family would like to thank everyone for all their expressions of sympathy following the loss of our father and grandfather. Thank you to the staff at the IOOF Home and to Hospice for their care and concern. Thank you Pastors Steve and Keith of Wesley Methodist Church for your visits and kind words. Dr. Septer, thank you for taking such good care of Dad over the years. He was your patient but also your

friend. Also to Bob Erickson and staff thanks for making difficult times a little easier; you’re so professional but so caring.

There were a couple memorials — “Chickie” and husband, and also Ben from Rockwell or if anyone else we missed — wanting to thank you personally, we’re truly sorry. The memorials were given to Wesley Methodist Church and Hospice in Dad’s name.

— Jim and Pat Ueker and family Ken and Nancy Christensen and family

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CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Elizabeth Helps and Eric Wetzel were married on Nov. 20, 2009, in Cheyenne, Wyo. Elizabeth is the daughter of Harlan and Loraine Helps of Mason City. She is a 2002 graduate of Mason City High School and a 2004 graduate of North Iowa Area Community College. She has worked for Brown’s Shoe Fit in Mason City and Fort Dodge. Elizabeth is currently employed by Wyoming Bank and Trust.

Rooney, Engels Eric is the son of Dan and ABBY ROONEY , of Greene, is the daughter of Pat Susan Wetzel of Shenanand Gwen Rooney of Rockford. She is a 2005 graduate THANK YOU doah, and Cindi and Bob of Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock High School and will Wilkinson of Chariton. Eric graduate from Buena Vista University in December, graduated from Alva High Thank you 2010, with a degree in secondary education and speSchool in 2000 and NorthI would like to thank the cial education. Abby is employed with North Butler west Tech Center in 2001, people who supported my High School in Greene. both in Alva, Okla. He is the candidacy for Second DAN ENGELS , of Greene, is the son of Bob and owner of Brown’s Shoe Fit Ward City Council. I Deb Engels of Rockford. He is a 2001 graduate of in Cheyenne. would also like to congratRRMR and a 2004 graduate of Hawkeye Area ComElizabeth and Eric will munity College with a degree in ag business manage- ulate Travis Hickey and celebrate their marriage ment. Dan is self-employed as a farmer in the Greene wish the new City Council with family and friends at a and mayor the best in area. reception in Mason City in 2010.

The couple will be married at 4:30 p.m. Jan. 15, June, 2010.

— Steve Palmer 2010, in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

The couple lives at 2400 Pine Ave., Cheyenne, Wyo., 82007.

MASON CITY — John Haller, of Mason City, will celebrate his 80th birthday with an open house from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, in the community room at The Meadows of Mason City, 1604 10th St. S.E., Mason City.

He requests no gifts, please.

John was born Dec. 21, 1929 in Hampton.

Anyone unable to attend, may send cards to John at: 1604 10th St. S.E., Unit C12, Mason City, Iowa 50401.

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Branden Lewerke, Makenzie Meyer, Austin Miller, Sydney Miller, Tyler Nestvedt, Anna Nicholson, MASON CITY — John Megan Notermann, JamiAdams Middle School son O’Dell, Kaylee Pals, released its honor roll for Samantha Papouchis, the first trimester of the Nicole Patrick, Brandon 2009-10 school year.

The honor roll recognizes Pearce, Olivia Pederson, the academic achievement Kenzie Penca, Summer Perry, Halle Phillips, Brock of students who earn a 3.0 Piper, Amanda Reding, grade point average each Samantha Schmidtke, Austrimester. Grade point ton Shrader, Samantha average is determined by grades earned in all acade- Simmers, Quinn Slaven, Lauren Smith, Matthew mic classes and in the Stephens, Caitlin Thomas, trimester exploratory Laurel Tiedeman, Tyler classes.

Toebe, Trevor Trousdale, 6th Grade Katie Voortmann, Blake Maleke Ackerman, Sara Weitzel, Alyssa Wendel, Alscher, Kaylee Anderson, Kiley Wharton, Abigail Nicholas Anderson, Wiese, Jareese Williams, Zachary Anderson, Alexis Arndt, Jordan Baird, Bailey Lynsey Wogstad, Cynthia Wolters, Marci Wolters, Baker, Payton Bamrick, Koby Barragy, Jessie Barri- Miranda Wulff.

7th Grade entes, Alexia Barschow, Morgan Amundson, Alaina Berg, Holly Berkey, Lucas Awe, Ryanna Bales, Sarah Betz, Kali Bohl, Matthew Ball, Rebecca Logan Borchardt, Riley Bruns, Brianna Buffington, Bartolo, Kaitlyn Baskerville, Madeline Sydney Bunkofske, Jared Bergan, Bria Berggren, Bunn, Ben Butler, Blake MaKalea Bjoin, Kiana Buttweiler, Sanita Cajic, Brown, Sharla Brunsvold, Christina Christensen, Rhett Buffington, Mason Zabrian Coleman, Wyatt Bunkofske, Madison BurtCooper, Anna Corsello, ness, Preston Cole, Aubury Brittnee Crom, Ethan Curry, Mckenna Dahlquist, Coleman, Taylor Coleman, Noah Collins, Kendall CorSavannah Dahlstrom, nick, Danielle Coronado, Rachel Danielson, Khalil Joshua Drury, Elijah Daoud, Danielle DeRoy, Evanoff, Crystal Florman, Lucas Drewelow, Lauren Hillary Frank, Nicholas Dunlay, Jayde Espinosa, Frenz, Issac Gibbons, Jarrik Kayla Gallagher, Kiera Garza, Alesha Gildersleeve, Greer, Mackenzie Gregor, Jordan Hamann, Aaron Steven Goepel, Brooke Hardcastle, Camre Harrer, Greenwood, Shea Hahle, Keisha Hardy, Noah Harris, Emilie Harrison, Cassady Held, Austin Hemmen, Sabrina Havig, Jessica Sherresse Honaker, Emily Hemmen, Martin Hinten, Hugi, Jacey Jesse, Adriana Zachary Holland-Dunn, Rudy Huerta, Lauren Hugi, Kelly, Madeline Kim, Mark Korn, Aurora Kramer, MorJordan Johanns, Kalliope gan Krein, Bethany Larson, Kantaris, Haley Kavaya, Ellie Lehmann, Jona LevenJennifer King, Alex Klein, hagen, Abigail Lucas, MorChloe Klipping, Ashley gan McManigal, Alenna Klouse, Tiffany KrahenMcVicker, Johnathon Mills, buhl, Tayler Lacy, Samuel Christine Morrison, Robin Lala, Tracie-Lynn LamMotz, Nicolas Murray, oreux, Ashley Lapointe,

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Katie Nguyen, Joshua Nutting, Margo O’Neill, William O’Neill, Alonna Oulman, Olivia Pappas, Jimmy Pham, Mariah Piippo, Angel Register, Anna Riesen, Matthew Rossler, Kobe Roth, Ashley Rottinghaus, Jordan Rowe, Ian Sloan, Sydnie Thompson, Andrew Tran, Madeline Wann, Kali Welling, Joci Whitehurst, Lexis Wiegmann, Mercedes Wiegmann, Cody Wiemann, Joel Wisner.

8th Grade Justine Ackerman, Kyle Anderson, Annika Angell, Zoe Angus, Shelby Askildson, Zachary Ballmer, Jasmine Barrientes, Andrew Bartel, Tyler Beemer, Forrest Berg, Lyndie Best, Collin Boyle, Katherine Campbell, Kaitlyn Canedo, Melanie Christopherson, Kendall Cole, Kristie Colombo, Brooke Corcoran, Keisha Coronado, Matthew Danielson, Kristina Daoud, Emily Dodd, Megan Ermer, Paige Escher, Christa Ewing, Rebecca Faught, Alyssa Gentz, Kyle Gentz, Callie Ginapp, Kaylah Godfrey, Jenna Hamann, Selena Honaker, Emily Hoveland, Caitlin Janssen, Shelby Johnson, Samuel Katz, Carter Kline, Sadee Koehler, Shania Koerber, Halie LeDuc, Courtney Lemke, Jared Lichman, Jade Linderman, Luke LoCascio, Olivia Marson, Angel McLaughlin, David Mejia, Myah Mellman, Morgan Merritt, Matthew Meyer, Connor Moorman, Abigail Morgan, Justin Motz, Natalie Mujica, Kayla Newell, Tricia Notermann, Derek Olson, Josh Olthoff, Kaz Onoo, Justice Page, Matthew Patras, Alexys Pederson, Clay Penca, Kathryn Penn, Nicoletta Peters, Bradley Petersen, Jon Ransom, Alex Rier, Jared Rowe, Ryan

Kraft, Madeline Kruse, Jessica Lara, Bryan Larson, Matthew Lensing, Fady Makar, Nicole Makar, Thomas Malek, Molly McCann, Ethan McHenry, Dylan McLaughlin, Hannah McLaughlin, Daniel Chloe Melendez, Roosevelt honor roll Mead, Cooper Merrill, Chloe MASON CITY — The Miller, Hunter Miller, Roosevelt Middle School Colton Mitchell, Jacob Honor Roll was released Mohammad, Nikolas for the first trimester of Muniz, Haley Muyskens, the 2009-10 school year.

Madeline Nobis, Zachary The honor roll recogNorton, Audrey O’Dell, nizes the academic Coltn O’Donnell, Dallas achievement of students Osegera, Ciara Pedersen, who earn a 3.0 grade point Cayla Pettit, Mirsada average each trimester.

Pivic, Jaylen Price, MagGrade point average is dalena Ramirez, Marco determined by grades Recinos, Matthew Reid, earned in all academic and Devan Rindels, Tyler Risexploratory classes. tau, Ramona Robinette, 6th Grade McClaren Rodriguez, Alexis Acker, Kayla Jordan Rowe, Lana Alexander, Robert Argo, Ruehlow, Dylan Runge, Keelie Balek, Joel Beier, Trevor Russell, Kacy Parris Bennett, Rebecca Sampson, Alex Sanchez, Benson, Jaedon Bettle, Bailee Schilling, Cody Riley Bonzer, Dayton Schissel, Nichole Boston, Alexis Bramley, Schrandt, Jackson SchuDylan Brown, Tyler maker, Samantha SchuBrunsvold, Riley Bryant, panitz, Ellie Seaton, Chase Burt, Samantha Nebraska Senne, Brett Buxton, Alyssa Callow, Smith, Mackenzy Smith, Jacob Carlson, Kimberly Amber Snook, Sheena Carpenter, Raul Castane- Spradling, Alexander da, Adison Cobb, ShaeSquier, Shiyanne Stauter, lynn Coleman, Bria Kelsey Stine, Josephina Crooks, Megan Dalluge, Stitts, Avery Stricker, Brett Despenas, Skyler Derek Tate, Addison Dickinson, Boston Drap- Thomas, Jazzlynn er, Morgan Dvorak, Thompson, Noa ThompAngela Eppens, Benjamin son, Jordan Trout, BrianFaktor, Summer Farrell, na VanDusseldorp, Aidan Lucas Fjetland, Zoe Frey, Walker, James Walker, Kylie Gephart, Catherine Skylar Watt, Devin Gobeli, Alex Goranson, Weigel, Parker Wood, Shandon Green, Christo- MaRyah Woolery. pher Hall, John Hansen, 7th Grade Jayden Harris, Dakota Hannah Allen, Annika Hauert, Michael Hill, Amundson, Sydney Baker, Madison Hitchcock, Isaac Bartz, Cameron Timothy Hoffmann, Beavers, Alexander BenMacKenzie Hughes, Ali- nett, Toni Benson, Tristan cia Jamaica, Briar Jensen, Bernhard, Jacob Berube, Austin Jones, Kain Kapp- Sabrina Burke, Cullia Byte, meyer, Abigail Klein, Nicholas Clark, Tavian Sydney Kleven, John Coleman, Jose Cornejo, Rubash, Kira Schwickerath, Gannon Seeck, William Siglin, Chelsea Simon, Alec Solano, Stone Sturges, Nicholas Voortmann, Drew Walswick, Alec Watson, Hannah Wendel, Paisley Witt, Sabrina Zawierucha, Johnny Zheng.

Jenna Cornick, Daniella Debrah, Thomas Determan, Brennen Doebel, Ethan Foster, Caitlin Haaland, Spencer Hadacek, Patience Halfpap, Hannah Hamilton, Zachery Hartley, Megan Henschen, George Higgins, Ben Hoekstra, Calvin Houang, Eryn Hubbard, Brooke Huegli, Michael Hughes, Diana Ituarte, Jas Jamison, Ashlea Jenkins, Lucretia Jenkins, Tristen Johannessen, Charlie Johnson, Quentin Jones, Lindsay Kearns, Kathryn Keenan, Arianna Kennedy, Deven King, Kayden Knutson, Jacob Koster, Courtney Kulish, Bryanna Lambert, Lynn Lansaw, Abigail Lee, Elizabeth Lewis, Oriana Logan, Hunter Manchester, Skyler Marshall, Madison Martin, Kyle McCormick, Makayla Nelson, Joy Nichols, Jade Olson, Kyle Overbeck, Dane Papouchis, Zoie Papouchis, Sadie Parker, Jesup Pirie, Collin Platts, Alicia Ponce, Ryan Pope, Ethan Pruisman, Dominic Reinhardt, Kyle Riker, Valerie Ruehlow, Kayla Runge, Stephanie Runge, Jahnya Schinagel, Matthew Schneider, Shaylynd Sinclair, Jordan Theobald, Ashley Thomas, Ciera Timmerman, Sydney Tobin, Elijah Warfield, Ashley Weese, David Weidner, McKenna Whitehill, Alexander Wiltsie, Shienne Wittwer.

8th Grade Spencer Alitz, Alexis Anderson, Genevieve Anderson, Tori Anderson, Alex Bartholomew, Sirena Bemis, Adam Berneman, Allena Boehmer, Karissa Brand, Kenyon Brown, Trevor Brunsvold, Lane Bryant, Ryan Bryant, MacKenzie Burtness, Mariah Chavez, Juan See Roosevelt, E8

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Congratulations Alannah

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Als, 40 years MASON CITY — Thomas and Linda (Tapps) Als of Mason City were married on Dec. 13, 1969.

They will celebrate their 40th anniversary with a family dinner at the Prime & Wine on Dec. 12.

The couple’s children are Lori and fiance Philip Meyering of Clear Lake, and son Scott and his significant other Molly Bing of Ames. They have a grandson, Anthony.

Happy 1st Birthday Dec. 19, 2009

From, Grandpa Mike and Grandma Sue Brager

Bob Weber Sept. 28, 1949 Dec. 14, 2008

Alannah Rose Ibarra has graduated with a medical assisting degree from Kaplan University, Mason City, on Oct. 2, 2009.

We are proud of you and love you!

Your Family — Ibarras, boyfriend Dustin Burkhardt Love you Mommy, Ellie Rose Burkhardt

BIRTHDAY

Carol J. Koenen, 80

You are in our thoughts all the time.

Sometimes with tears, other times with laughter, but always with Pride and Love.

Your winning smile, caring touch and laugh will never be forgotten.

It is comforting to know You are in God’s hands, with relatives and friends who have gone before, who love you also.

“Until we are together again.”

Sadly missed by your family and Rubia

LATIMER — Carol J. Koenen, of Latimer, will celebrate her 80th birthday with a card shower.

She was born Dec. 25, 1929.

Cards may be sent to Carol at the following address: P.O. Box 673, Latimer, Iowa, 50452.

Happy Birthday Mom! We love you!

Duane, Dwight, Jerri, Kathy, Dennis and families.

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Fox, Hickman MASON CITY — Kristen Hickman and Chris Fox were united in marriage on Sept. 5, 2009, at First Covenant Church in Mason City. The Rev. Tammy Swanson-Draheim officiated the ceremony.

Kristen is the daughter of Dave and Joan Hickman of Mason City, and the granddaughter of Ardis Ellwood of Forest City and Marie Hickman of Belmond. Chris is the son of Jake and Julie Fox of Hawarden, Iowa. He is the grandson of Gary and Kathy Fox, also of Hawarden.

Kristen wore a layered lace gown with a scalloped beaded veil.

Her maid of honor was Kristin Sturm. Her other attendants were Shea Larson, Kelsey Zlab and Sarah Schneider. Personal attendants were Kristen Becker and Kristin Kapusinski.

Best man was Ricky DeHamer. Other attendants to the groom were Justin Meeks, J.R. Miller, and Taylor Vanden Wynboom. Ushers were Matt Hickman, Bret Askeland and Brandon O’Neall.

Special music, “Parents Prayer,” “When You Say Nothing At All,” and “Shine On Us,” was performed by soloists Beth Fox and Andrea Kapusinski.

A reception hosted by Jane and Jerry Askeland and Mike and Terri Kallsen was held at the Mason City Country Club.

Kristen is a graduate of Mason City High School.

She received a BA degree from Central College and an MS degree from Marquette University. She is employed with Central Rehabilitation in West Des Moines.

Chris is a graduate of West Sioux High School and received a BA degree from Central College. He is employed with Wells Fargo in West Des Moines.

Following a honeymoon trip to Cabo San Lucas, the couple is at home in West Des Moines.

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Charlotte Halley, 90

MANHATTAN, N.Y. — Katie (Osgood) Milone and Matthew Milone were united in marriage on Sept. 19, 2009.

The ceremony and reception were held at Bridgewaters in Manhattan, N.Y. Jonathan Hefter officiated the wedding ceremony.

Katie is the daughter of Daniel and Pamela Osgood of Mason City. Matthew is the son of Benjamin and Ursula Milone of Ozone Park, N.Y. Katie received a bachelor of science in nursing degree from Allen College in Waterloo. She is employed as an RN in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York, N.Y. Matthew received a bachelor of art in history and philosophy from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and graduated from Quinnipiac University School of Law. He is an attorney with Constantine and Cannon LLP/Huron Consulting Group in New York, N.Y. The couple will reside in Manhattan.

MASON CITY — Charlotte Joan Halley, of Mason City, will celebrate her 90th birthday with a card shower.

She was born Dec. 16, 1919 in Rockwell.

Cards may be sent to Charlotte at the following address: 1439 9th St. S.E., Mason City, Iowa 50401. She requests no gifts, please.

THANK YOU

Thank you

The Laborers Union Local #340 would like to thank RMT Inc., Mortenson Construction, Oscar J Boldt Construction, MTP Inc., Blattner Energy Inc., local land owners, state and local officials for partnering with us in the construction of 235 wind turbines that will create renewable clean green energy for many years to come.

Iowa has become a leader in the wind technology field and now ranks second only to Texas in the production of energy generated from the wind. The wind farms that were constructed in North Iowa this year are located in Franklin, Howard and Winnebago Counties and providTHANK YOU ed good paying jobs for over 70 local area laborers in these tough economic times. We are looking forward to Thank you partnering with these companies, land owners and othWe want to thank everyone who remembered us on ers on future projects like these that are helping to our 60th anniversary. We have really enjoyed the beau“Green The Grid” with renewable clean energy. tiful cards, phone calls and gifts.

— Tom Willett, Business Manager “God’s Blessings” to everyone.

Mark Cottrell, Field Representative — Willard and Juanita Anderson Laborers Local #340

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BIRTHDAY

Dorance Rosendahl, 80 CLEAR LAKE — Dorance Rosendahl, of Clear Lake, will celebrate his 80th birthday with a card shower.

He was born Dec. 17, 1929.

Cards may be sent to Dorance at the following address: 1310 Village Road H1, Clear Lake, Iowa 50428.

Happy 80th Birthday, Buck!

Love, from your children.

Norby, Sprung AUDREY NORBY, of Howell, Mich., is the daughter of Dana and Marlene Norby of Osage. Audrey graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelor of science in genetics, and from Indiana University School of Medicine with a master of science in medical and molecular genetics. She is employed by University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor, Mich.

ANDREW SPRUNG, of Howell, Mich., is the son of Kevin and Sandy Sprung of Osage. Andrew graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelor of arts in music, and from Bowling Green State University with a master of music in clarinet performance. He is pursuing a doctor of musical arts degree in clarinet performance at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Mich., and is self-employed as a clarinet instructor.

The couple will be married in December 2009.

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Bram, Wilder KADY BRAM, of Rockwell, is the daughter of Brad and Jeannette Bram, also of Rockwell. She graduated from Northwestern College with a bachelor’s degree in writing and rhetoric and religion.

TONY WILDER, of Westmont, Ill., is the son of Juanita Wilder of Westmont and Eric Wilder of Florence, S.C. He graduated from Northwestern College with a bachelor’s degree in physical education.

Kady and Tony will be married Feb. 20, 2010, at Grace Evangelical Free Church in Mason City.

BIRTHDAY THANK YOU

Thank you Thank you so much to my family and friends for such a memorable birthday. The cards were great as were the visits. The “show” was awesome, supper was bountiful and the finale, perfect. I am very blessed.

— Florence Shook

In memory In memory of my daughter, Pam Hickman, my mother, Madeleine, all my family and Larry Willson.

— Ginette Revaux

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Dorothy Thompson will be 90 years young, on Dec, 17, 2009.

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Cashman,Bruxvoort BOZEMAN, Mont. — Jana Bruxvoort and Michael Cashman were united in marriage on Aug. 1, 2009, at The Woodland in Bozeman, Mont., by Father Leo Proxell and Rev. James Lamb.

Jana is the daughter of Larry and Sue Bruxvoort of Garner. Michael is the son of Jerry and Jan Cashman of Bozeman, Mont.

Matrons of honor were Amy Sauke and Heather Lamb. Jana’s other attendants were Wendy Hammond, Cassie Springer, Mandy Patterson, Tara Wantulok and Deena Aasheim.

Best man was Joe Cashman. Michael’s other atten-

dants were Jeff Cook, Ian Hanou, Pete Owens and Casey Cashman.

Jana is employed by Bozeman Public Schools in Bozeman, Mont. Michael is employed by Cashman Nursery and Landscaping in Bozeman.

The couple will reside in Bozeman, Mont.

THANK YOU

Thank you The family of Ronda L. Pals would like to thank everyone for the expressions of sympathy, the flowers, food and cards. The visits have been appreciated.

— Del Pals and family

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BRIDAL SHOPS The Bridal Theatre 139 W. 4th St., St.Ansgar, IA 50472 641.713.2303 www.bridaltheatre.com December is the perfect time to shop The Bridal Theatre for your dazzling attire for all your holiday parties.

Every moment becomes a cherished memory with a gown from The Bridal Theatre. Its not to early to shop for 2010 prom gowns. New gowns arriving weekly.

Mark your calenders for January 28-31st 2010 for prom extravaganza at The Bridal Theatre, down town St. Ansgar Iowa 641-713-2303 Hours 10-5 Monday-Friday Saturday 10-3 The Bridal Garden 641.585.9333 www.bridalgardeniowa.com Miller Photography 641.590.0659 306 South Clark, Forest City The Bridal Garden celebrating our 10th Anniversary. We carry gowns, tiaras, dresses & more. We can assist you with outfitting your entire wedding party (dresses to tuxes).

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Formalities 641.423-6124 21 2nd St NE, Mason City formalitiesbridalwear.com formalitiesbridalwear@yahoo.com Formalities has been serving North Iowa brides for over 50 years. We have been honored with the "Silver Preferred Dealer Award" from Alfred Angelo. Formalities has gowns for all ages.

Baptismal, communion, flowergirl, prom, bridesmaids, bridal, mothers and grandmother's gowns. We also have an elite selection of seamstresses to provide you with that perfect fit for your perfect day. Don't forget all the accessories such as: veils, tiaras, shoes and jewelry. We have new styles arriving daily!

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BRIDAL SHOPS Let us help you make your wedding day special.

We have a variety of bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, mother and grandmother gowns. We provide in-house alterations, free of charge, to ensure the perfect fit. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, our seamstresses will help you design your perfect dress. We also have a great selection of accessories. Tux rental is available.

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DJ SERVICES Kirk’s Custom DJ 641.423.1126 or 800.496.1126 www.kirkscustomdj.com Make your wedding reception dreams a reality and your dance truly fun, unique & memorable.

PRINTING PSI - Printing Services, Inc. 641.424.3538 1915 4th St. SW, Mason City Printing for all of your special occasion needs: Weddings, Graduation, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Reunions, Baby & More!

PostNet 641.423.1980 451 Indian Head Dr., Mason City Between Wal-Mart & Kohl’s Featuring the finest in personalized wedding and social stationery Whether it’s an invitation for a wedding, an anniversary or graduation, depend on PostNet to deliver the perfect message.

RECEPTIONS Mason City Country Club 641.424.3014 3331 19th St. SW, Mason City Membership not required! Sit down dinners.

Multiple style buffets. Appetizer buffet. Dance floor and more! Call today for more information.

Sweet Things, etc.

641.822.4918 114 3rd Street, Rockwell www.sweetthingsetc.com Sweet Things, etc. is your full service bridal shop offering everything you need for you and your special day. We offer hundreds of gowns in stock in all sizes for you to choose from, and of course in-house alterations. We require appointments for bridal consultations so we can spend one-onone time helping you choose the perfect gown!

Sweet Things, etc... making beautiful weddings, one bride at a time! Check our website for upcoming events!!

Duncan Community Ballroom 641.843.3353 4 miles west of Garner www.duncanballroom.com Seating for 500, 40x70 dance floor. Serve your own food/caterers welcome. Meeting room available.

Sew Heavenly Creations LLC 641.892.4111 209 W. Gilman St. Sheffield, IA Email: sewheavenly@netins.net Hours: M,W,TH: 12-7 Tue, Fri: 12-5 Sat: 9-2 Sun: Closed; Appointments Welcome continued...

Grafton Community Center 641.748.2970 or 641.420.3609 202 6th Avenue, Grafton grafton@wctatel.net Large facility great for wedding receptions, parties, and anniversaries. Many decorations available at NO extra charge. Meeting room also available.

MacNider Art Museum 641.421.3666 303 Second Street SE, Mason City barracks@macniderart.org Unforgettable weddings, distinguished receptions. An elegant setting to make lasting memories.

RECEPTIONS Knights of Columbus 641.424.5300 551 S.Taft, Mason City Beautiful facility to host your wedding, anniversary or meetings. Max capacity of 300. Please call for additional information.

Nora Springs Catholic Community Center 641.749.5507 16 S. Summit Ave., Nora Springs, IA 50458 Perfect accommodations for weddings anniversaries - reunions - all types of meetings and gatherings.

REHEARSAL DINNERS Decker House Bed & Breakfast / Sour Grapes Bistro 641.423.4700 or 888.363.4700 119 2nd street SE, Mason City www.masoncityia.com/deckerhouse/ Elegant surroundings in this Neoclassical 1890’s home. Perfect for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, luncheons and cozy receptions. Conveniently located behind Music Man Square.

TRAVEL Allen Travel Agency & Cruise Quest 641.357.5223 or 800.475.5223 10 Allens Alley, Clear Lake We are your full time professional travel planners and cruise vacation specialist, in service since 1951.

TUXEDOS Moorman Clothiers 641.423.5222 / 2 South Federal, Mason City info@moormanclothiers.com www.moormanclothiers.com Your Tuxedo Professionals Sir Knight Formalwear 641.424.6018 19 2nd Street NE, Mason City www.andersonformalwear.com Formalwear is our specialty. Detailed individualized service.

VIDEOGRAPHER Epsilon Productions 641.582.3239 www.videoiowa.com Our expert videographers will capture the emotions and excitement of your special day and create a moving, fun-to-watch DVD for you to treasure. We offer eedding & event videography, photo slide shows with music.

Call us today to learn more!

WEDDING SITE AND RECEPTION PM Park 15297 Rainy Drive South Shore, Clear Lake 641.357.1991 or 641.529.2222 www.pmpark.net Wedding site, reception and lodging available all on beautiful Clear Lake.

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Happy 21st Birthday

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ANNIVERSARY

Blum, 55 years

Happy 21st Birthday Tiffany Dec. 8th, 2009 Love, Mom, Dad, Tara, Jeff, April, Little Bop, Henry, Holly, Autumn

THORNTON — Charles and Berniece (Halfpap) Blum were married Dec. 17, 1944, at the bride’s parents’ home in Goodell.

Four children have filled their lives with joy and love. They are Elaine (Steve) Bram of Thailand, Donna (Wayne) Steenhard of Mason City and Julie (Scott) Devitt of California. Their son, Roger, is deceased.

Charles and Berniece also have nine grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

A family dinner is planned to celebrate.

Cards may be sent to them at 4556 Finch Ave., Thornton, Iowa 50479.

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