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North Iowa Figure Skating Club Members of the Spirit II Synchro Line

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skated at the “Strut Your Stuff,” Christmas Show, the spring show “Be Mine 09,” and were guest skaters at a North Iowa Outlaw game. The girls are coached

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and Brian Ennen will be married on Sept. 19, 2009, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest City.

90th Birthday

Married Lindsey Lee Bartleson

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of Clear Lake, will celebrate her 90th birthday at an open house from 1 to 4 p.m.

Saturday, April 18, at her home, 1908 N. 8th Place, Clear Lake.

Adam Joel Anderson were united in marriage on Sept. 27, 2008, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church.

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CELEBRATIONS

ANNIVERSARY

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

Thomas awarded degree BRITT — Suzanne (Horstman) Thomas, received a master of science degree in psychology from Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, England. She received the degree during an awards ceremony held in November, 2008.

She is the daughter of Robert and Michele Horstman, of Britt.

Farrell, along with a group from the Nora Springs Care Center and Summit Heights Assisted Living Apartments, attended the April 6, afternoon performance of the River City Barbershop Chorus’ Spring Show.

Klein named to Honor Roll

LINDSEY STECKER, of Oceanside, Calif., is the daughter of Arvin and Julie Stecker of Forest City. She is a graduate of Forest City High School. Lindsey is a nanny for a family in Oceanside.

BRIAN ENNEN, of Oceanside, Calif., is the son of Merv and Julie Ennen of Mason City. He is a graduate of Mason City High School and is employed with Pizza Hut in Encinitas, Calif.

The couple will be married on Sept. 19, 2009, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest City.

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COLLINS — Jim E. and Marilyn (Kitch) Marrs of Collins, Iowa, were married March 15, 1959, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Rockford.

The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at the United Methodist Church, 225 Third Ave. in Collins. They kindly request no gifts please.

Greetings may be sent to the couple at P.O. Box 186, Collins, Iowa, 50055.

Their children and spouses are Penny Jo DeMoss of Woodward, Mark and Angela Marrs of Ottumwa, Debbie Marrs of Apache Junction, Ariz., Meladee and Dennis Steele, A.J. and Jenifer Marrs of Urbandale. They also have nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

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CELEBRATIONS

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MARRIED

MARRIED

Anderson, Bartleson

Arthur, Brandau MASON CITY — Bridget Brandau and Eric Arthur were united in marriage on Nov. 22, 2008, at St. James Lutheran Church in Mason City by Pastor John Bates.

Bridget is the daughter of Al and Jacque Brandau of Osage and Connie and John Downing of Nora Springs.

She is the granddaughter of Donna Jacobsen of Nora Springs, and Joan Brandau and the late Betty Wardrip of Osage. Eric is the son of Richard and Joan Arthur of Nora Springs and the grandson of Irene Reinking of Cedar Rapids and Zenita Arthur of Fayette.

Matron of honor for the bride was Wendy Waters.

The bride’s other attendants were Kelly Zieman, Jill Berman, Carrie Maynard and Lindsay Waychus.

Junior bridesmaid was Kenzie Waters. Personal attendants to the bride were Mary Kay Schlader, Pam Page and Julie Lossahn. Best men for the groom were Sean Arthur and Darren Arthur. The groom’s other attendants were John Anderegg, Bob Weiner and Nick Hanig. Junior groomsmen were Matthew Arthur and Coleman Waters. Flower girl was Kinsey Anderegg.

Ushers were Rob Scott, Brian Hess, Ben Rooney and Kevin Pope.

A reception hosted by Larry and Jeanette Cink and Monte and Vicki Swanson was held at the Best Western in Clear Lake.

Bridget is employed with Principal Financial Group in Mason City and Eric is engaged in farming in rural Mason City.

Following a honeymoon to Negril, Jamaica, the couple is at home in Mason City.

FOREST CITY — Lindsey Lee Bartleson and Adam Joel Anderson were united in marriage on Sept. 27, 2008, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church by Pastor Rod Hopp.

Lindsey is the daughter of Gary and Jodene Bartleson of Forest City and the granddaughter of Gisle and JoAnn Bartleson of Forest City and Milton and Norma Monson of Leland. Adam is the son of Kristy Anderson of Forest City and the late Joel Anderson. He is the grandson of Betty Gustafson of Glendale, Ariz.

The bride wore an ivory lace pick-up style strapless gown with a cathedral-length train and lace veil.

Matron of honor for the bride was Rebecca Tegland.

The bride’s other attendants were Laurel Gladish, Melanie Willer, Marcy Hanson, Kristin Formanek and Jenn Miller. Best man was Matt Anderson. The groom’s other attendants were Chad Price, Nick Hanks, Andy Stonewall, Tom Greenwood, and Adam Bartleson.

Flower girls were Brenna Formanek and Ashlynn Miller.

Ring bearer was Samuel Willer.

Ushers for the ceremony were Jesse Olson, Zach Raulie, Tim Faber and Jasen Johnson.

The bride’s sister, Rebecca Tegland, sang three songs, “Love Is,” “No Place That Far,” and “I Want You With Me,” accompanied by guitar and piano.

A reception hosted by Chuck and Trish Garvin and Paula and Ben Anderson was held at the Hanford Inn in Mason City.

Lindsey is a 2005 graduate of the University of Iowa and will graduate with her master’s degree from Buena Vista University in May, 2009. She is employed by vari-

ous school districts as a substitute teacher. Adam is a 2001 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa and is employed by ACT in Northwood.

Following a honeymoon to Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Mexico, the couple is at home in Fertile.

ANNIVERSARY

ANNIVERSARY

Dahl, 60 years

Stadtlander, 35 years

MASON CITY — Wesley and Violet (Myre) Dahl of Mason City were married April 17, 1949, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Kensett.

They will celebrate 60 years of marriage with a family dinner on April 18.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Darla and Larry Westling of Mason City, Steve Dahl of Bloomington, Minn., David and Mason City. They also have Cindy Dahl of Mason City, 11 grandchildren and eight and Tina and Todd Piper of great-grandchildren.

BELMOND — Jerry Stadtlander and Janette (Ahrens) Stadtlander of Belmond were married April 20, 1974, at the United Methodist Church in Thornton.

The couple will celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary with a card shower. Cards may be sent to them at 1104 Third Ave. N.E., Belmond, IA 504211242.

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CELEBRATIONS

ENGAGED

MARRIED

Anderson, Williams

Thompson,Zadow

JENNIFER ANDERSON, of Mason City, is the daughter of Roger and Carol Anderson of Marengo. She is a graduate of North Iowa Area Community College where she received an AA degree in legal office procedures and an AA degree in accounting. Jennifer is employed with Principal Financial Group in Mason City.

TRAVIS WILLIAMS, of Mason City, is the son of John and Judy Williams, also of Mason City. He is a graduate of North Iowa Area Community College with an ASB degree in information technology.

Travis is employed with Principal Financial Group in Mason City.

The couple will be mar-

ALGONA — Alicia Zadow and A.J. Thompson were united in marriage on July 26, 2008, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Algona, by Pastor Steve Turner.

Alicia is the daughter of Melody Zadow and Denny Carlson of Algona, and Martin Zadow of Britt. She is the granddaughter of Marvel Rosdail of Storm Lake. A.J. is the son of Earl and Mary Thompson of Algona.

Maid of honor was Megan Zadow. The bride’s other attendants were Ashley Zadow, Melissa Zadow, Denise Bierle, Heather Mills and Jennifer Menke. Her personal attendants were Casey Finch and Camie Johnson.

Best man was Kyle Campe. The groom’s other attendants were Brian Thompson, Dustin Thompson, Kyle Ostwald, Kalen Hilsabeck and Nick Lara.

Flower girls were Alexis Thompson and Gracie Menke. Ring bearer was Grant Menke. Ushers were Ryan Zadow, Austin Zadow

ried at 4 p.m. May 16, 2009, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Rockwell. A reception will follow at 8 p.m. at the Mason City Country Club.

ENGAGED

Stumo, Miller JADE STUMO, of Rock Falls, is the daughter of Pamela Jost of Mason City.

She is a 2003 graduate of Nora Springs-Rock Falls High School. Jade is employed with IC System in Mason City.

JACOB MILLER, of Thornton, is the son of Steve Miller of Correctionville and Karyl Ubben of Thornton. Steve is a 2000 graduate of Sheffield-Chapin/Meservey-Thornton High School and a 2001 graduate of Ellsworth Community College. Jacob is employed with Larry Elwood Construction in Mason City.

The couple will be mar-

GLOBE GAZETTE

THANK YOU

Thank you

Thank you

April 19-25 is National Volunteer Week and I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all my fellow volunteers at Mercy Medical Center. If anyone questions the value of these people just think about going without them for one week and see what happens. All too often we forget about the people who volunteer and the selfless effort these people make to enrich the lives of and Brian Menke. The others. soloist was Megan Zadow.

I would also like to chalReception hosts were lenge the leaders of the Mona Rosdail, Marjean organization to try volunO’Bannon, and Donny and teering for one week to get Kris Wolf. an idea of the magnitude of The bride is currently a difference these volunteers graduate student in the physical therapy program at make. I think people might remember to thank volunDes Moines University in teers more often if they did Des Moines. The groom is volunteer for one week. Not employed by Iowa Air to mention the plus side of National Guard and Best giving establishments extra Buy. He is also a student in help for a week. Again a big the telecommunications thank you to all volunteers program at DMACC in Des everywhere.

Moines.

— Susan Stallwood Following a December Mason City honeymoon in Riviera Maya, Mexico, the couple resides in West Des Moines.

We would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You for all the cards, memorials, food, flowers and prayers we received after our Mother, Arlene Alitz, passed away.

Special thanks to Pastor Wendy Johannesen for the late night trip to the hospital and for her prayers and comforting words. Thanks to Jack and Jannice Bull for the special music and to the Plymouth United Methodist Church Women for the lunch and their hard work. Thank you also to Pastor Linda PrestholtJohnson for stopping at the hospital and for your prayers and kind words.

Thanks to the Mason City Fire Department paramedics for their help. Family and friends have helped to make this sad time bearable. We continue to miss her.

— Connie and Rex Taylor, Sandy and Glen Moretz and their families

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CELEBRATIONS

GLOBE GAZETTE

ANNIVERSARY

ANNIVERSARY

Janelle M. Peterson In Loving Memory Lori L. (Wentworth) Kruger July 23, 1962 — April 11, 2008 You were a precious gift from God above, So much beauty, grace and love.

You touched our hearts in so many ways, Your smile so bright even on the bad days.

You heard God’s whisper calling you home, You didn’t want to go and leave us alone.

You loved us so much, you held on tight, ‘Till all the strength was gone and you could no longer fight.

As a Wife, Mother, Daughter, Daughter-in-law, Sister, Sister-in-law, Aunt and Friend to so many, You inspired us with your courage and the way you lived each day.

Words can never express how much we miss and love you.

Thankful for the times we shared, And the priceless memories too; For those memories are a comfort now, when we lovingly — Remember you on this first anniversary.

— Mike, Zach, Nick and the Kruger and Wentworth Families

April 7, 1954 — April 12, 2008 We little knew that night that God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone, For part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide.

And although we cannot see you, You are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

90th Birthday Open House Rescheduled Charley Waters Born: April 7, 1919 When: Sunday, April 19.

Time: 2 to 4 p.m.

Where: Nora Springs Christian Church.

Elwood, 35 years

Harris, 50 years

MASON CITY — Larry and Zelda (Lewerke) Elwood were married April 18, 1974, in Lantana, Fla. They met when Larry was working next to Zelda’s sister, Ella Frenz, at Sears. Larry is owner of Larry Elwood Construction and Zelda is co-owner of EXIT Realty, Mason City.

The couple has four sons; Toma Elwood of Honolulu, Hawaii; Dr. Greg and Michelle Bennett, Westminster, Colo.; Troy and Amy Elwood and Trevor and Sarah Elwood, both from Mason City, who work in the family business. Larry and Zelda also have five grandchildren, William, Madi, Treyton, Taegen and Reese.

MASON CITY — Jess and Virginia (Rosberg) Harris of Mason City, were married April 25, 1959, in Omaha, Neb. The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner.

Congratulations may be sent to Jess and Virginia at Kentucky Ridge Assisted Living, 2060 S. Kentucky, No. 307, Mason City, Iowa 50401.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Julie and Evan Hupp of Ely, Nancy and Shawn Sullivan of Blue Springs, Mo., Sally and Phil Henderson of Spring, Texas.

They also have eight grandchildren.

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GLOBE GAZETTE

MCHS Speech Team 2008-09

The Mason City High School Speech Team began the rehearsal season in December to prepare for the 200809 season. Large Group contests began with Districts at Garner on Jan. 24, 2009. The following groups received division one ratings and advanced to the State Large Group Contest on Feb. 7 in Decorah: Readers Theater, All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, Leah Escher, Jackie Keeling, Zac Lane, Maria Makar, Jenny Messer and Erika Pohlman.

Acting, Silly Interview, Miles Brainard and Nathan Tornquist.

Group Improvisation, Jordan Krull, Andrew Bruns, and Zac Lane.

Bergan, Michael Betz, Melissa Borelli, Miles Brainard, Group Improvisation, Eli Allgood, Craig Bergan and Kayla Brown, Andrew Bruns, Rex Davenport, Ryann Chris Messer.

Dear, Doug Dobryzinski, Alexandra Dunlay, Kativa EckGroup Improvisation, Michael Betz, Matthew Little holt, Leah Escher, Sheila Evans, Madison Fitzgerald, and Nathan Tornquist.

Katie FitzPatrick, Caroline Gibson, Abbie Gobeli, Siri Group Mime, Alexandra Dunlay and Hope Johnson.

Hansen, Hope Johnson, Jackie Keeling, Jordan Krull, Zac Dunlay and Johnson’s Mime performance earned Lane, Andrew Little, Matthew Little, Maria Makar, outstanding recognition and they performed at the All- Brent Mead, Rea Mesinovic, Christopher Messer, JenState Large Group Festival in Ames on Feb. 21. nifer Messer, Jackie Nolte, Anthony Paulsen, Matt The Individual Events District Contest was held at Patchen, Erika Pohlman, Dominique Senger, Nathan Mason City Newman on Feb. 28. Those performing and Tornquist, and Mariam Vahdat. The team is coached by advancing to State were: Michael Betz, Miles Brainard, Mary Alexander and Laura Grommesh.

Kayla Brown, Ryann Dear, Doug Dobrzynski, Sheila Evans, Abbie Gobeli, Siri Hansen, Hope Johnson, Love, Jackie Keeling, Jordan Dad, Shelly and Tsunami Krull, Zac Lane, Brent Mead, Rea Mesinovic, Jackie Nolte, Anthony ENGAGED Paulsen, Dominique Senger and Nathan Tornquist.

Parrott, Pals Advancing to the State competition in two cateAMANDA MAE PAR gories each were Rex DavROTT, of West Des enport, Katie FitzPatrick, Moines, is the daughter Alexandra Dunlay, Maria of Cal and Frankie Parrott Makar, Jennifer Messer of Council Bluffs. Amanand Erika Pohlman. da graduated from Iowa Michael Betz, InterpreState University with a tation of Prose, Katie Fitzbachelors degree, and Patrick, Storytelling, will graduate in May Abbie Gobeli, Acting, 2009 from Drake UniHope Johnson, Spontaversity with a masters neous Speaking, and Jendegree. She is employed nifer Messer, Interpretaby Waukee Community tion of Poetry, were recogSchool District in Waunized as Outstanding kee.

Performers and advanced ANDREW TODD to the All-State Festival on PALS, of Urbandale, is Monday, March 30, in the son of Dallas and Cedar Falls.

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GLOBE GAZETTE

ANNIVERSARY

ANNIVERSARY

Walk, 50 years

Doughan, 60 years

MASON CITY — Charles W. Walk and Vera M. (Matson) Walk, Mason City, observed their 50th wedding anniversary April 8, 2009.

The couple was married April 8, 1959, in Algona.

Chuck and Vera have seven children: Steve and Barb Skellenger, Clear Lake; Robert Skellenger, Mason City; David Skellenger, Garner; Dan and Darcey Skellenger, Clear Lake; Cheri Lyn and James Banghart, Des Moines; Sara Smith and David Johnson, Clear Lake, and Jana Rummel, Helena, Mont.

They also have 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Cards may be sent to the Walks at Box 308, Mason City, Iowa, 50402-0308.

A party for family and friends is planned for later this summer.

BRITT — Allan Doughan and Frances (Ptacek) Doughan of Britt were married April 19, 1949, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Duncan, Iowa.

The couple will celebrate their 60th anniversary with an open house and dance on Saturday, April 18, at the Duncan Community Hall in Duncan. The open house starts at 5 p.m. and the dance at 6 p.m.

BIRTHDAY

Helen Smidt, 90 BRITT — A card shower is planned for Helen Smidt, of Britt, who will celebrate her 90th birthday April 13.

Cards may be sent to Helen at the following address: 111 Center St. E., Britt, Iowa 50423.

NEW ARRIVAL

Madelynn Rosenberg ST. ANSGAR — Josh Rosenberg and Anna Nelson, of St. Ansgar, are parents of a daughter, Madelynn Taylor Rosenberg, born at 12:48 a.m. March 7, 2009 at Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa, Mason City.

She weighed 6 lbs., 12 oz., and was 20 inches long.

She is welcomed by grandparents, Marlin and Connie Rosenberg, St. Ansgar; Barb and Al Dobson, Ironton, Minn., and Jim Nelson, Brainerd, Minn.

The couple’s children and their spouses are: Diane (Bill) Mattoon, Britt; Dwight (Conni) Doughan, Britt; Duane (Lynda) Doughan, Wesley; Dan (Lynn) Doughan, Britt; Deb (Dan) Veldhouse, Britt; Doug (Dawn) Doughan, Britt; Dean Doughan, Eagan, Minn., and Darla (Randy) Yeakel, Kanawha. They have 23 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

Friends and relatives are invited to attend as no invitations are being sent.

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Lucille Burdette celebrates 90 years of God’s blessings

Open house 2 to 4 p.m.

Saturday, April 18, at Alliance Church, 726 State St., Osage.

Hosts are Shirley Snell and family and ladies of the church.

Greetings may be sent to: 8 Colony Court, Apt. 3, Osage, Iowa 50461.

THANK YOU

CELEBRATIONS Look who’s 50!

ANNIVERSARY

BIRTHDAY

Come help Keith Warner celebrate!

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Happy Birthday Dad and Grandpa!

We love you!

Ross, Jesi, Clay, and Lucas and Andrea

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Thanks from RSVP Volunteers

RSVP of North Central Iowa would like to thank the following partners for Many thanks to my thoughtful family and car- their assistance in the success of the 2009 Volunteer ing friends for the gifts, cards and calls — especial- Recognition Event on March 28. ly the call from Joanie’s Many thanks to the folDay Care — they sang lowing financial institu“Happy Birthday”! So tions for sponsoring the special!

— Doris Barlow event: Clear Lake Bank & Trust, Farmer’s State Thank you Bank, Farmer’s Trust & Savings, First Citizens Thank you to all my National Bank, First State friends for the cards and Bank of Britt, Manufacturbest wishes I received for ers Bank & Trust, Mercy my 90th birthday.

City Lehigh Family Credit Also, thank you to my family who shared in mak- Union, North Iowa Community Credit Union, NSB ing the day special with a State Savings Bank, Titonfamily dinner.

— Ed O’Donnell ka Savings Bank.

Thank you

GLOBE GAZETTE

Demaray, 60 years

Les Birkholz, 100

RUDD —Virden and Margery (Field) Demaray were married 60 years ago on April 16, 1949.

The couple celebrated with family and friends on April 11, 2009.

Congratulations may be sent to Virden and Marge Demaray, 1717 Indigo Ave., Rudd, Iowa 50471.

The couple’s children are Roger and Lou Ann, Ron and Ellen, Randy and Wendy, Rick and Julie, and Russ Demaray. They also have 12 grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren.

MASON CITY — Les Birkholz, of Mason City, will celebrate his 100th birthday at an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 19, at First Baptist Church, Mason City.

He was born April 12, 1909 in Mason City.

Cards may be sent to Les at the following address: 12486 Spruce Ave., Mason City, Iowa 50401. He requests no gifts, please.

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The North Iowa Figure Skating Club presents Spirit II Synchro Line

Members of the Spirit II Synchro Line skated at the “Strut Your Stuff,” Christmas Show, the spring show “Be Mine 09,” and were guest skaters at a North Iowa Outlaw game.

The girls are coached by Sheila Swift.

All girls are members of the USFSA (United States Figure Skating Association).

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CELEBRATIONS

GLOBE GAZETTE

BIRTHDAY

NEW ARRIVAL

ENGAGED

Redig, Osterkamp

Lois Thompto, 80

Landon VanAuken

MANLY — A card shower is planned for Lois Thompto, of Manly, who will observe her 80th birthday April 13.

Cards may be sent to Lois at the following address: 313 W. Bosworth, Manly, Iowa 50456.

OMAHA, Neb . — Brigham and Amanda VanAuken, of Omaha, Neb., are parents of a son, Landon Lozano, born Feb. 27, 2009 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha.

He weighed 7 lbs., 4 oz., and was 19½ inches long.

He is welcomed by Ziggy (the cat), and grandparents, Randy and Dianne Hoffman, of Nora Springs, and Howard and Alice VanAuken, of Ames.

ENGAGED

Lyon, Braget

JENNIFER LYON, of Ankeny, is the daughter of Ken Brown and Linda and Tom Redman, all of Fort Dodge. She is a graduate of Fort Dodge Senior High Members are: (back row, School and Kaplan Univerleft to right): sity. Jennifer is employed Rebecca Buffington, Haley with Dermatology P.C. in Fitzgerald, Erin Patchen West Des Moines. and Shelby Schroeder.

RYAN BRAGET, of Middle row (left to right): Ankeny, is the son of Craig Jessica Powell, and Pam Braget of Lake Kailyn Bettle, Mills. He is a graduate of Maura Barrett.

Urbandale High School Front row (left to right): and is currently attending Bethany Larson, Des Moines Area CommuChristine Morrison nity College in Ankeny. and Aspen Curtis.

Ryan is employed with

Menards in Ankeny.

The couple plans to be married at 4 p.m. July 11, 2009, at the Winnebago Lutheran Church in Lake Mills.

LISA REDIG, of Forest City, is the daughter of Joe Redig and Jean Redig of Forest City. She is a 1999 graduate of Forest City High School, a 2001 graduate of North Iowa Area Community College with an AA degree in psychology, a 2002 graduate of NIACC with a medical assistant diploma, and a 2005 graduate of Iowa State University with a BS degree in psychology. She is employed with Story County Community Services in Ames as a targeted case manager.

NICHOLAS OSTERKAMP, of Forest City, is the son of Lynn and Jill Osterkamp, also of Forest City. He is a 2000 graduate of Forest City

High School, and a 2003 graduate of North Iowa Area Community College with an AA degree in psychology. Nicholas is employed as a home manager at Krysilis in Nevada.

The couple will be married at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2009, at the United Methodist Church in Forest City.

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CELEBRATIONS

Happy Birthday David Sheriff

ENGAGED

GLOBE GAZETTE

ENGAGED

Martinson, Abels

“Love from the Whole Gang!”

Happy 90th Birthday!

Iris Ong turns 90, April 21. She was born near Ventura, Iowa.

Her children are: Darrel Morehouse, Sue Brakke, and Nick (Jane) Ong. Grandchildren are: Dr. Dan (Patti) Morehouse, Darcy (Dr. John) Kownacki, Darren Morehouse, Jeff Brakke, Tom (Rhonda) Brakke, Lori Brakke, Scott (Jessica) Logan, Nathan (Stephanie) Ong, Ryan (Katie) Ong. She has 20 great-grandchildren and three great-greatgrandchildren.

Wishes may be sent to: 609 N. Shore Drive, Clear Lake, Iowa 50428.

ENGAGED

Hickman, Fox

Platts, Mujica

KRISTEN HICKMAN, of Milwaukee, Wis., is the daughter of Dave and Joan Hickman of Mason City. She is a 2003 graduate of Mason City High School, a December, 2006, graduate of Central College with a B.A. degree in communication studies and Spanish, and will graduate in August from Marquette University with an M.S. degree in bilingual speech-language pathology.

Following her graduation, Kristen will be employed by Central Rehabilitation in West Des Moines.

CHRIS FOX, of Ankeny, is the son of Gary “Jake” and Julie Fox of Hawarden, Iowa. He is a 2003 graduate of West Sioux High School and a 2007 graduate of Central College with a B.A. degree in business management.

Chris is employed by Principal Financial in Des Moines.

The couple will be married at 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 5, 2009, at the First Covenant Church in Mason City.

JANELLE JAN PLATTS, of Mason City, is the daughter of Joe and Janis Platts, also of Mason City. Janelle is a 2003 graduate of Mason City High School and obtained a degree in psychology and human services from Buena Vista University. She is employed with North Iowa Vocational Center in Mason City.

NICHOLAS DANIEL MUJICA, of Mason City, is the son of Dan and Jean Mujica, also of Mason City. He is a 2001 graduate of Mason City Newman Catholic High School and obtained a degree from Kirkwood Community College. He is employed with Woodharbor Doors & Cabinetry in Mason City.

The couple will be married at 2 p.m. May 30, 2009, at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City.

BIRTHDAY ENGAGED

Cleo Cookman, 90

CLEAR LAKE — Cleo Cookman, of Clear Lake, will celebrate her 90th GAIL JAMES, of Mason City, is the daughter of Gray and Claudia James, also of Mason City. She is a graduate birthday at an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, of Mason City Alternative School.

ERIC THOMAS, of Mason City, is the son of Mark and April 18, at her home, 1908 N. 8th Place, Clear Lake.

Tralee Thomas, also of Mason City. He is a graduate of She requests no gifts, Mason City High School, and is employed at Buffalo please.

Wild Wings in Mason City.

She was born April 8, The couple will be married at 4 p.m. May 2, 2009, at 1919 in Wisconsin.

Agape Christian Family Church in Clear Lake.

James, Thomas

AMY MARTINSON of Des Moines, is the daughter of Larry and Mary Martinson of Forest City.

She is a 1999 graduate of Forest City High School.

Amy is a 2003 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in social work. She is also a 2008 graduate of the University of Iowa with her masters in social work.

She is currently employed at Iowa Home Care in Clive as a medical social worker.

DUSTY ABELS of Ankeny, is the son of Ron and Linda Abels of Thompson. He is a 2000 graduate of North Iowa High School in Buffalo Center. Dusty is a 2002 graduate of Hamilton College in the computer technician program. He is currently employed at TAC Worldwide Companies in Johnston as a senior IT recruiter.

The couple will be married on May 9, 2009, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Garner.

GLOBE GAZETTE

CELEBRATIONS

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS ings), Emily Prilipp (four including a clarinet solo Division I ratings), Faith Wittmus (four including a ALGONA — Fifty-two Algona High School band bass clarinet solo Division I ratings), Hailey Metzger members and 57 AHS chorus members partici- (four) and Johnny Aboud (four including a euphopated in the Iowa High nium solo Division I ratSchool Music Associaing). tion’s State Solo/Small Two additional instruEnsemble Festival Saturmentalists performing day, March 28, at Algona Division One rated solos High School.

The instrumental per- were: Annie Klepper (alto formances were awarded saxophone) and Nyle Lar 29 Division “I” (superior) son ( trumpet).

Nine vocalists perperformances, 10 Diviformed in four or more sion “II” (excellent) and Division I rated perforthree Division “III” mances that included a (good) ratings. Fortysolo performance. Those nine band members pervocalists (and the number formed in at least one Division “I” rated perfor- of Division I performances) were: David Bax mance. The AHS vocalists earned 17 Division “I” ter (baritone solo) (five), Nicole Person (alto solo) ratings, 16 Division “II’s (four), Amber Wolter and nine Division “III’s.

Thirty-five vocalists par- (alto solo)(four), Reece Ristau (bass solo) (four), ticipated in at least one Division “I” performance. Morgan Coleman (soprano solo)(four), Abbie Twelve instrumentalAtkinson (mezzo solo) ists performed in four or more Division I rated per- (four), Katie Connick (soprano solo) (four), formances. Those musiChardonnay Lavrenz (alto cians and number of solo) (four) and Victor Division I performances were: Sydney Marsh (five Schultz (tenor solo)(four), Two additional vocalincluding a clarinet solo Division I rating), Veron - ists who also received a Division I on their solos ica Arndorfer (five included: Jeff Schipull including a clarinet solo (baritone), and Garrett Division I rating), Shaun Lanus (bass solo).

Von Muenster (five The accompanists including a trumpet solo Division I rating), Christi were: Dianne Aboud, Kris Johnson (five including a Schonert, Liz Stowater, Marsha Hanna, Linnea trumpet solo Division I Holmer, Shaun Von rating), Karina Haas Muenster and Moni (five), Elizabeth Black Westling. (four including a flute The Algona High solo Division I ratings), School music students are Lauren Linahon (four under the direction of including a flute solo Division I ratings), Stella Linda Mertz, John Aboud Arndorfer (four including and Dianne Aboud. a flute solo Division I rat-

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CELEBRATIONS

GLOBE GAZETTE

WE HAVE ALL THE NAME BRANDS AT THE RIGHT PRICE

ANNIVERSARY

Ward, 50 years BELMOND —Dennis and Maridee (Laidley) Ward were married April 17, 1959, at the First Baptist Church in Swaledale.

They will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary in June with their family.

Greetings may be sent to Dennis and Maridee at 215 Sixth Ave. S.E., Belmond, Iowa 50421.

The couple’s children and their spouses include Scott and Lori Ward of Norwalk, Dennett and Greg Showalter of Belmond, Beth and David Hildebrand of Belmond, Jason and Melissa Ward of Mason City and Jennifer and Tyson Rupnow of Baton Rouge, La. The couple has also been blessed with 14 grandchildren.

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