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Dee Pinneke turns 70 on March 17!
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Happy Birthday Great-Grammy!
celebrated 96 years on March 6.
From your five great-grandsons: Gage, Ashton, Gavin, Keegan and Jase
He is still taking pictures and loves to dance.
Shoot For Your Goals!
Married
Jamie Binstock and Tony Williams were married Feb. 11, 2009 in Mason City.
Mason City Hawks, Class of 2013 Front row: Branden Dahle, Jack Dedic, Alex Bales. Back row: Colton Payne, Jason Kay, Colton Staudt, JT Rottinghaus, Andrew Sloan, Curtis Snell, Colin Halfpap
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Coombs, Kern AMY SUZANNE COOMBS, of Clear Lake, is the daughter of John and Beverly Coombs, of Latimer. She is a graduate of Belmond-Klemme High School and the University of Northern Iowa. Amy is employed with Wells Fargo in Mason City. KYLE THOMAS KERN, of Clear Lake, is the son of Tom and Valerie Kern, of Clear Lake. Kyle is a grad- Services in Clear Lake. The couple will be maruate of Clear Lake High ried June 20, 2009 in CenSchool and is employed tral Gardens. with Top Hat Chimney
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Belated Happy First Anniversary Ian, Missy and Nik. Love, Your Families.
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Osier, Nesbit Cindy Osier, of Mason City, and Mike Osier, of Winter Garden, Fla., wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Shannon Osier, to Christopher Nesbit, son of Ron and Jeanne Nesbit, of Clive, Iowa. Shannon is a 1997 graduate of Mason City High School and a 2002 graduate of the University of Iowa. Shannon is employed as a regional manager of sales for the Oracle Corporation in Minneapolis. Chris is a 1996 graduate of West Des Moines Valley High School and a 2001 graduate of Iowa State University. Chris is employed by Oracle Corporation Bloomington, Minn., as a field market-
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Williams, Binstock MASON CITY —Jamie Binstock and Tony Williams were married Feb. 11, 2009 in Mason City. Parents of the couple are Jeff and Misty Binstock of Mason City, Kristine Gilbertson of Mason City, and Mark and Angie Williams of Huntsville, Ala. Jamie is a graduate of Mason City High School and is attending North Iowa Area Community College and working at Cinema West Theatres.
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THANK YOU Thank you We’d like to thank the Cerro Gordo Community Foundation for its support of Parents United of North Central Iowa. We appreciate your contribution to our member skill development program. — Parents United of North Central Iowa members and staff ing manager. The couple will be married at 5:30 p.m. on May 2, 2009 at the Wiens Family Cellars in Temecula, Calif.
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We love you! From two other “Ridder Sisters,” Gloria and Sylvia
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Phyllis Nicolet, 80
received the honor of becoming a member of the 2009 Academic All-State Swim Team. He was given this award at the annual swimming banquet. Tanner is a senior honor student, and qualified for state in three relays and individual breast stroke event. Only 11 swimmers from the state qualified for the Academic All-State Swim Team Award this year.
only seven (boys and girls) from Mason City, have qualified for this status. Tanner plans to attend Luther College this fall.
Over the past 12 years,
Best wishes, Tanner!
MASON CITY — Phyllis Nicolet celebrated her 80th birthday at a buffet brunch Sunday, Feb. 15, in Clinton. Four generations of the family enjoyed the celebration. Phyllis was born in Whittemore. She and her late husband, Victor, and two daughters, Vickie and Mary Ann, farmed and lived in the Mason City area for many years.
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Ernst, Kostka Together, with their families, John Kostka and Michelle Ernst are excited to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. John is the son of Lynn DeVries, of West Des Moines, and Gary Kostka of Mason City. Michelle is the daughter of Jim and Barb Ernst of Cedar Rapids. John is a manager with Bed, Bath and Beyond in Woodbury, Minn. Michelle is an underwriting risk manager with US Bank in Minneapolis. The couple will be married April 25, 2009 at Easter Lutheran Church in Eagan, Minn.
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King awarded degree from RCTC ROCHESTER, Minn. — Stephanie King, of McIntire, Iowa, is among the fall semester graduates at Rochester Community and Technical College. King received an associate in applied science degree in child development.
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CELEBRATIONS C-W-L honor rolls CORWITH — CorwithWesley-LuVerne High School released its second quarter and first semester honor rolls. Students recognized are as follows: Second Quarter A Honor Roll 9th Grade: Anna Eriksen, Cody Goetz, Maggie Ludwig, Jordan Nall, Melissa Otis, Lindsey Williams. 10th Grade: Caleb Anderson, Alannah Carroll, Alesha Carroll, Jason Carroll, Kyle Hauswirth, Hillary Hilbert, Scott Johnson, Karen Meyers, Whitney Shellenberg, Mitchell Shipman. 11th Grade: Kelsey Casey, Rachel Eriksen, Jessica Marty, Jay Nissen, Lindsey Pogge, Kirsty Riggert, Saundra Vorland. 12th Grade: Daniel Anderson, Bryton Bode, Cassandra Carroll, Tanner Holmes, Kyle Pedersen,
Tony Rasmussen, Miranda Shipman, Kelsey Thompson, Brittany Wiseman. Second Quarter B Honor Roll 9th Grade: Mitchell Carroll, Jessica Lawson, Nicole Studer. 10th Grade: Cody Armstrong, Amanda Fish, Nicole Genrich, Dallas Grein, Stephanie McGregor, Bryce Vorland. 11th Grade: Shelby Droessler, Renee Egan, Nathan Nall, Brady Otis, Luke Wilhite. 12th Grade: Lacy Armstrong, Lindsay Coyle, Holly Cunningham, Shane Curry, Thomas McGregor, Ashley Norland. First Semester A Honor Roll 9th Grade: Cody Goetz, Maggie Ludwig, Jordan Nall, Melissa Otis, Lindsey Williams. 10th Grade: Caleb Anderson, Alesha Carroll,
Jason Carroll, Kyle Hauswirth, Hillary Hilbert, Scott Johnson, Whitney Shellenberg, Mitchell Shipman. 11th Grade: Kelsey Casey, Rachel Eriksen, Jessica Marty, Jay Nissen, Lindsey Pogge, Kirsty Riggert, Saundra Vorland. 12th Grade: Daniel Anderson, Cassandra Carroll, Holly Cunningham, Tanner Holmes, Kyle Pedersen, Tony Rasmussen, Miranda Shipman, Kelsey Thompson, Brittany Wiseman. First Semester B Honor Roll 9th Grade: Mitchell Carroll, Jessica Lawson, Nicole Studer. 10th Grade: Alannah Carroll, Stephanie McGregor, Karen Meyers, Bryce Vorland. 11th Grade: Renee Egan, Nathan Nall, Brady Otis, Luke Wilhite. 12th Grade: Lacy Arm-
THANK YOU
Thank you The family of Tom Dudding would like to thank everyone who helped us through his loss. Thank you to the ambulance crew and to everyone in the ER department at Mercy Hospital who were so compassionate and caring. Many thanks to pastor Wendy who helped me at the hospital and helped us plan the memorial service. Thanks to all at the Methodist Church in Nora Springs who brought food and served the lunch after the funeral and showed so much love for our family. And to everyone who sent cards expressing their sympathy, we thank you for your kind words. Tom was too young to be taken from us; he will be sorely missed by everyone whose lives he touched. — Mary Dudding Chris, Maria and Jack Dudding Allan and Nicole Dudding Laura and Eric Engels
Thank you Thank you to everyone who sent cards, flowers, or called to wish us a happy 65th wedding anniversary. It was great to hear from each of you. — Louis and Doris Eichmeier
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Carole Drilling, of Cresco. Perzynski is a 1989 graduate of Riceville High School and received an associate degree in 2004 from Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell Air Force Base, Gunter Annex, Montgomery, Ala. Army Reserve Pfc. Brenda L. Petersen graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. She is a 1992 graduate of Algona High School and received an associate degree in 2008 from Iowa Lakes Community College, Algona. She is the daughter of Janette Zittritsch, of Algona. Army National Guard Pvt. Joshua R. Waechter graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consisted of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. Waechter is a 2007 graduate of Algona High School, and the son of Theresa Waechter, of Algona, and Steven Waechter, of Hampton. Army National Guard Pvt. Alexander J. Colon graduated from basic combat training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. He is a 2008 graduate of Twin River Valley High School, Bode, and is the son of Sherry Lyons, of Livermore. Army Pvt. Benjamin R. Meyer graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. He is a 2008 graduate of United South Central High School, Wells, Minn., and is the son of Richard Meyer, of Wells, Minn., and Teri Meyer, of Lake Mills.
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Air Force Airman Isaac H. Lampe graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. He is a 2008 graduate of Algona High School, and is the son of Phil and Audrey Lampe, of Burt. Army Pfc. Nathaniel P. Holmes and Army National Guard Spec. Nicole M. Koeppen graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. Holmes is a 2003 graduate of Clarion Goldfield High School and received an associate degree in 2005 from Ellsworth Community College, Iowa Falls. He is the son of Doris Holmes, of Clarion. Koeppen is a 1998 graduate of Lake Mills High School and received a bachelor’s degree in 2002 from Buena Vista University, Storm Lake. She is the daughter of Nathan Koeppen, of Lake Mills. Air Force Airman Justin E. Scearcy graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. He is a 2003 graduate of Northeast High School, Goose Lake, and is the son of Earl Scearcy, of Manly, and Tracy Conard, of Clinton. Jared J. Perzynski was promoted to the rank of master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. He is an air, ground and equipment production support team superintendent with 18 years of military service, and is assigned to the 23rd Wing, Moody Air Force Base, Valdosta, Ga. Perzynski is the son of Liz Perzynski, of Riceville. His wife, Lindsey, is the daughter of Wayne and
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GWRRA awards MASON CITY — Ron and Karen Knudtson, of Mason City, were presented their Grand Master Bars from the Gold Wing Road Riders Association Iowa District Director. They have maintained their master tour rider status and requirements for 10 consecutive years in the GWRRA Rider Education Program. They join five others in the state of Iowa, who have achieved this honor. The Knudtsons have held many positions with the GWRRA, and received the President’s Award, the Iowa Swank Award, and won many Bike Show trophies through the 17 years they have been GWRRA members.
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CELEBRATIONS AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Kopp earns rank of Eagle Scout
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MASON CITY — Thomas Kopp, a member of Boy Scout Troop 12, and son of Denise Kopp and Carlyle Kopp, of Mason City, earned the rank of Eagle Scout on Nov. 11, 2008. The community is invited to celebrate with Tom’s troop and family at an Eagle Scout Court of Honor, at 1 p.m. today (March 15), at Wesley United Methodist Church, Mason City. Tom’s Eagle Scout project involved painting buildings for the new “Little Farmer’s” exhibit at the North Iowa Fairgrounds in July, 2008. These interactive buildings will be enjoyed by young and old alike while visiting the fair.
O’Connor receives American FFA degree ROCKFORD — Adam O’Connor received the American FFA degree at the 81st National FFA Convention held Oct. 25, in Indianapolis, Ind. The degree recognizes a student’s leadership abilities and outstanding achievements in agricultural business, production, processing and service
programs. Less than one in 150 FFA members advance through their local chapter and state FFA degree programs to earn this national degree. O’Connor, the son of Gary and Laurie O’Connor, of Rockford, is a member of the Rockford FFA Chapter. He is currently a student in the John Deere technology program at Northeast Iowa Community College.
Waldorf Dean’s List FOREST CITY — Waldorf College announces its 2008-09 Dean’s List for the second term of the Adult Degree Program. In order to qualify for the Dean’s List, a student in the program must have completed 12 semester hours at Waldorf, enroll full-time (six hours or more) during a term, and
obtain a 3.5 grade point average for the term. Named to the Dean’s List are: BUFFALO CENTER — Linda Harms. FOREST CITY — Cheryl Schleuger, Betty Williams, Jody Wooge. GARNER — Susan Brozik. LAKE MILLS — Michael Playter, Vickie Zobel.
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Riverland Dean’s, President’s Lists AUSTIN, Minn. — Riverland Community College announced its President’s List and Dean’s List for the fall 2008 semester. To qualify for the President’s List students must have completed 12 credits per semester, with letter grades and have earned a grade point average of 4.00 on a 4.00 scale. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must have completed 12 credits per semester with letter grades and have earned a grade point average of 3.25 to 3.99 on a 4.00 scale. North Iowa students recognized are as follows: President’s List MCINTIRE — Michael Kruse. NORTHWOOD — Jamie Leonhardi. Dean’s List BUFFALO CENTER — Kristilyn Hunter. CARPENTER — Jason Schuttler. OSAGE — Joshua Scheer. ST. ANSGAR — Bernadette Herrmann. STACYVILLE — Lindsay Johnson.
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Congratulations to the North Iowa (Buffalo Center) 8th Grade Tournament Basketball Team
on an outstanding 2009 season. The team won six tournaments, placed second in another and finished the year with a record of 21 wins and one loss. They now have a career record of 84-2. Team members are: Front row: Eric Krull, Josh Berkeland, Nick Kahler, Jordan Anderson, Ceasar Limon. Back row: Justin Murray, Troy Kettwick, Frank Campos, Kory Hobbs, Mark Milbrandt.
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auditioned for the All-Iowa Honor Dance Team in September. They danced at the Girls High School basketball championship game on Saturday, March 7, in Des Moines, at half-time.
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Zimmerman, Fletcher EDDYVILLE — Linsey Fletcher and Kaleb Zimmerman were united in marriage on Oct. 18, 2008 at the Eddyville United Methodist Church in Eddyville by Jason Gutzmer. Linsey is the daughter of Robin and the late Kim Fletcher, of Eddyville. Kaleb is the son of Diane and Ross Zimmerman, of Aredale. Maid of honor for the bride was Amy Mellies. Her other attendants were Traci Lake and Kelsey Zimmerman. Best man for the groom was Kiley Zimmerman. The groom’s other attendants were Tony Rother and Greg Crom. Flower girl was Aliyah Dill. Ring bearer was Ethan Reichert.
Linsey is employed by Cedar Falls High School in Cedar Falls. Kaleb is employed by Surfacing Solutions in Cedar Falls. The couple will reside in Cedar Falls.
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CLEAR LAKE —Teresa Movick and Matthew Anderson were married Aug. 9, 2008 in Central Gardens, Clear Lake by the Rev. Karl Hermanson. Teresa is the daughter of Orlan and Mary Lau, of Lake Mills. Matthew is the son of Steven and Leanna Anderson, of Lake Mills. Matron of honor for the bride was April Gambell. Her other attendants were Rachael Movick, Nichole Haberman, and Jerianne Zimmerman. Best man for the groom was Darrel Davidson. His other attendants were Adam Stene, Brandon Zobel, Tom Eastvold and Brad Kennedy. Fower girls were Makayla Hanson and Hailey Humphrey.
HAMPTON — On Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, Ann Lukensmeyer and Randy Bobst were married in a 4:30 p.m. ceremony at the Little Brown Church in Nashua in the company of their families. Following the ceremony, they celebrated with dinner at the Hanford Inn in Mason City. Ann is the school nurse in the Hampton-Dumont School District and Randy is teaching psychology classes at Ellsworth College in Iowa Falls. They are at home at 304 11th Ave., N.E., Hampton.
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James Rasmussen Larson, 40 years PLYMOUTH — Darris Gene and Nancy Kay (Jacobs) Larson, of Plymouth, were married March 8, 1969 at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Alden, Minn. Darris and Nancy celebrated their anniversary with a family dinner and limousine ride on Saturday, March 7.
Greetings may be sent to them at P.O. Box 223 Plymouth, Iowa 50464. They request no gifts, please. The couple’s children and their spouses are Amy and Chad Brunsvold, Thorp, Wis., John C.D. and Jessica Larson of Rockford, Angela and Chad Clapper of Clear Lake and Annette Collins of Mason City. They also have nine grandchildren.
MASON CITY — James “Jim” Rasmussen, of Mason City, will celebrate his 85th birthday, Thursday, March 19. Cards may be sent to Jim at the following address: 902 Briarcliff Circle, Mason City, Iowa 50401.
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John ‘Jack’ Jackson Boedeker CLEAR LAKE — John and Jamie (Eide) Boedeker, of Clear Lake, are parents of a son, John “Jack” Jackson Boedeker, born at 1:22 p.m. Nov. 14, 2008 at Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa, Mason City. He weighed 9 lbs., 1 oz., and was 21.5 inches long. Grandparents are Larry and Barbara Eide, and John and Sherri Boedeker, all of Mason City. Great-grandparents are Jerry and Shirley Eide, of Mason City, and Ab and Jimmie Norris, of Iowa City, and Gerald Mayne, of Creston.
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Dylan Guth PRIOR LAKE, Minn. — Lance and Dawn Guth, of Prior Lake, Minn., are parents of a son, Dylan Russell Guth, born at 8:39 a.m. Feb. 16, 2009 at St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Shakopee, Minn. He weighed 8 lbs., 4 oz., and was 20¾ inches long. Dylan is welcomed home by his big brother, Peyton. Proud grandparents are: Russ and Vicki Anderson, of Thornton, and Gwen and Randy Bickley, of Shakopee, Minn. Great-grandparents are Genevieve Anderson, Clear Lake; Amelia Guth, of Meservey, and Bill and Betty Heldt, of Bloomington, Minn.
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Thank you Thank you to everyone that helped make my 90th birthday so special. The cards, flowers, and visits from friends and family were greatly appreciated. —Enid Patterson
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Margie Kirschbaum, 90 CLEAR LAKE — Margie Kirschbaum, of Clear Lake, will celebrate her 90th birthday with a card shower, March 19. She was born March 19, 1919 in Forest City. Cards may be sent to Margie at the following address: 405 27th Ave. S., Room #6, Clear Lake, Iowa 50428.
Verneice Pedersen, 85 ROCKWELL — Verneice Pedersen, of Rockwell, will celebrate her 85th birthday with a card shower. She was born March 19, 1924. Cards may be sent to her at the following address: Rockwell Community Nursing Home, P.O. Box 270, Rockwell, Iowa 50469.
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Martha Heimbuch, 90 Thomas Kelley, 80 NORA SPRINGS — Thomas Kelley, of 213 First S.E., Nora Springs, celebrated his 80th birthday at a family dinner Sunday, March 8. His actual birthday was March 12.
MASON CITY — A card shower is planned for Martha Heimbuch, of Mason City, who will observe her 90th birthday, March 22. Cards may be sent to Martha at the following address: 14998 300th Court, Mason City, Iowa 50401.
the Month” for February. She is the daughter of Vicki and Dan Ries and Shimak Kenneth Shimak, and is a senior at Newman Catholic High School. Shimak carries a 4.16 grade point average and is a member of the National Honor Society. She placed first in the Battle of the Books and Algebra II competitions, participates in volleyball at Newman and the AAU, and performs with the clarinet in the pep band, concert band, pit band, and North Central Iowa Honor Band. In addition, Shimak is a student mentor and tutor, a Girl Scout and a volunteer. She visits the elderly and serves at the Commu-
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Students named to Fall Dean’s List FAYETTE — Upper Iowa University has released a second list of North Iowa students named to the 2008 Fall Dean’s List. The first list of students recognized was published Feb. 22, in Celebrations. To be honored, a student must earn a minimum 3.50 grade point average for the semester and be enrolled as a fulltime student. ALLISON — Matthew Heuer. CHARLES CITY — Amy Brunner, Molly Glaser, and Melissa Vorhes. CLARKSVILLE — Brandon Kampman. DUMONT — Tori Silver. GREENE — Erin Kingery.
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Love, Jim and Deb; Brandon, Sarah and Alexis; Clayton and Sarah; Jason, Brooke, Jason Jr., Summer and Austin.
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In honor of our parents, Melvin and Ann Reiter, Lori, Joseph and Rebekah invite you to celebrate Dad’s greatest catch! Saturday, March 28, 2009 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Senior Center, 900 Hulin Street, Charles City, Iowa. No gifts please.
KELSEY FRANK, of Mason City, is the daughter of Troy and Karen Frank, of Osage, and Brad and Julie Nelson, of Nora Springs. She is a 2005 graduate of Nora SpringsRock Falls High School and graduated from North Iowa Area Community College with an associate degree in nursing. Kelsey is employed as a registered nurse with Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa in Mason City. RUSSELL JENSEN, of Mason City, is the son of Dan and Laurel Bram, of Mason City, and Doug Jensen, of Mason City. He is a 2004 graduate of Nora Springs-Rock Falls High School and graduated from NIACC and Buena Vista University with a business administration degree. Russell is employed as an
In loving memory of Brad Julsen Sept. 22, 1957 to March 17, 2004.
assistant manager with Hy-Vee East in Mason City. The couple will be married at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 2009 at the First United Methodist Church in Nora Springs.
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SAMANTHA TRUKA , of Bothell, Wash., is the daughter of Dawn and Ken Truka, of Mason City. ANNIVERSARY She is a graduate of Mason City High School Ballhagen, 53 years ROCKWELL — Duane and Shirley (Arndt) Ballhagen, and graduated from the physical therapy assistant of Rockwell, were married March 11, 1956 at the First program at the North Congregational Church of Rockwell. Iowa Area Community The couple will celebrate 53 years of marriage with a College in Mason City. family dinner. Their children and spouses are Terri Ballhagen, Con- Samantha is employed nie Strong, Will Ballhagen (deceased), and Peggi (David) with Apple Physical Therapy in Seattle, Wash. Meyer. They also have seven grandchildren and seven JAKE HUMPHREYS , of great-grandchildren. Bothell, Wash., is the son of Pam and Harold Humphreys, of “Happy Birthday Glenice” Crawsfordville, Iowa. He Glenice Schinnow is a graduate of Iowa State University with a degree turns 70 on March 15! in construction engineerSend her a card at 1212 N. President Ave., ing. Jake is employed with Mason City, Iowa, 50401. Mortenson.
We thought of you today, but that is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday, and will tomorrow too. We think of you in silence, And make no outward show, For what it meant to lose you, only those who love you know. Remembering you is easy, We do it everyday. It’s the heartache of losing you that will never go away.
A NEW SMILE... the look you want.
Remembering you on this fifth anniversary. Comforted by our memories.
Barb Julsen-Mikesh, Sam, Taylor and Alexa Julsen
THANK YOU
Thank you
The couple will be married at 4 p.m., June 27, 2009 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mason City.
The family of Donna Prazak would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for the outpouring of love and sympathy during our time of grief. A special thank you to Hospice and staff for all of the wonderful care, and for being so kind. — Kenny Prazak and family
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Dee Pinneke turns 70 on March 17!
Party & Event Planning BRIDAL SHOPS The Bridal Theatre 139 W. 4th St., St.Ansgar, IA 50472 641.713.2303 www.bridaltheatre.com Join us at The Bridal Theatre for The Impressions trunk show on March 20th, 21st, and 22nd. Find the dress you have always dreamed of with a large selection of Brides and Bridesmaid dresses. There will also be a sales representative from Impressions available on these days to help. Our Sunday hours are 1-4 thru March 22.
Happy Birthday Great-Grammy! From your five great-grandsons: Gage, Ashton, Gavin, Keegan and Jase
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Hawkeye Community College graduates WATERLOO — Hawkeye Community College announced its fall semester graduates and their programs of study. North Iowa graduates include: CHARLES CITY — Kevin Kupka, liberal arts; Lee Schwartzkopf, natural resources management. CLARION — Tyler Warnke, CNC machine technology; Zachary Dahlgren, computer and networking technician, liberal arts. DUMONT — Kelsey Brocka, accounting; Autumn Brown, liberal arts. GARNER — Amy Halverson, optometric/ophthalmic assistant. GREENE — Justin Rinken, natural resources management; Ashley Nalan, nursing assistant. MASON CITY — Raymond Bunkofske, liberal arts; Justina Hoy, liberal arts; Nicole Meyer, nursing assistant. NASHUA — Ashley Westervelt, administrative assistant; Justin Goddard, liberal arts. OSAGE — Jeffrey Williams, police science. PARKERSBURG — Sara Murra, liberal arts; Samantha Muller, nursing assistant. PLAINFIELD — Britta Milius, nursing assistant; Heather Leach, practical nursing. RICEVILLE — Bridget Adams, liberal arts. TITONKA — Matthew Escobar, business administration.
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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). Come experience the personal touch from the Bridal Garden. Weddings made easy. Formalities 641.423-6124 21 2nd St NE, Mason City formalitiesbridalwear.com formalities@netconx.net Formalities has been your premiere bridal salon for over 50 years. Formalities is a “Preferred Dealer” from Alfred Angelo. Specializing in everything from head to toe for your special day. Bridal, bridesmaids, flowergirls, mothers gowns, prom gowns and all the accessories needed for your day. Spring of 2009 gowns are here! Stop in and see the new styles!! 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-on-one time helping you choose the perfect gown! Sweet Things, etc... making beautiful weddings, one bride at a time! Check our website for upcoming events!!
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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. 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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Thank you The family of Mary “Myrtle” O’Connor would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who showed us sympathy and support during our loss. To the staff at the Rockwell Community Nursing Home for all of their wonderful care and support, not only during Mom’s final days, but during her entire stay with them, and especially to her favorite nurse, Rachel who took such good care of her and spoiled her with love and attention. Thank you to Dr. Lisa Kapler and all of the doctors at Mercy Family Clinic in Rockford, for all their years of taking such good care of Mom. To Hospice for their care during Mom’s final days. A special thank you to Father Jim Dubert for giving such a wonderful tribute to Mom both at the funeral and the wake. Thank you to the ladies of the Sacred Heart Guild in Rockwell, for providing a wonderful meal following the funeral. Thanks to Jim Fullerton and his staff for making a difficult time much easier. Thank you to everyone who remembered us with plants, cards, memorials, kind words, and prayers, all was appreciated. —Jerry and Maxine O’Connor and families MaryAnn and Roger Martzahn and families Jack and Cleo O’Connor and families Karen and Bob Dow and families
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BIRTHDAY OSAGE — A card shower is planned for Robert A. Hartwig, of Osage, who observed his 80th birthday March 4. He was born March 4, 1929 in Charles City. Cards may be sent to Robert at the following address: 1122 S. 4th St., Osage, Iowa, 50461 He will celebrate his birthday later in the year with his family.
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