2009-05-24 by Globe Gazette

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Stephanie Ann Heller

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who is retiring May 29, after 24 years of teaching kindergarten at Dows Elementary School.

Engaged Jennifer Farwell and Rusty Olson will be married at 3 p.m. June 20, 2009, at First United Methodist Church of Mason City.

Aaron Matthew Johnson will be married at 4 p.m. Aug. 1, 2009, on the Lady of the Lake, Clear Lake.

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CELEBRATIONS

ANNIVERSARY Happy 81st Birthday Betty Dight, 35 years Magner! ROCKFORD — Richard

With love from your family.

and Brenda Dight celebrated 35 years of marriage on May 18, 2009, with a family dinner. They were married on May 18, 1974, in Charles City. Richard is a retired farmer and Brenda is employed with Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City. They are the parents of Kyle (deceased 1989), Trent (Jerri) and grandson, Dillan Dight, of Rockford, and Kate Dight and

ACHIEVEMENTS

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friend, Stephen Porter, of Eagle Grove. Congratulations may be sent to the couple at 1821 190th St., Rockford, Iowa 50468.

THANK YOU ical Center-North Iowa, and Good Shepherd for their care and compassion. And The family of Eleanor (Ellie) Zeiger also to Rob Dugger, Rosie Schlueter and would like to express our sincere appreci- Fr. John Hemann for being there for us. ation to all for the wonderful acts of Thanks again. kindness, sympathy, and love that you — Sandy and Mike McCauley showed us during Mom’s life and passing. Larry and Linda Zeiger and family Special appreciation goes out to the staff Diane (Pidge) and Russ Steenblock and of Belmond Medical Center, Mercy Medfamily

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DES MOINES — Grand View College released its President’s List and Dean’s List for the 2009 spring semester. Students named to the President’s List earned a grade point average of 4.0, while carrying at least 12 hours of classes. Students named to the Dean’s List earned a grade point average of 3.5 or better, on a 4.0 scale, while carrying at least 12 hours of classes. North Iowa students honored include: President’s List Osage — Alicia Krones. Dean’s List ALGONA — Benjamin Kern. BUFFALO CENTER — Kayla O’Connor. CLEAR LAKE — Megan Rosel. HAMPTON — Andrew Davis. MASON CITY — Deborah Abben.

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NIACC We are more proud of you than you could ever imagine! Love you! Mom, Mike, Adam & Lexi

Kylie Danielle Wayne NIACC Grad Congratulations Auntie KyKy Love, Kandace

Central Springs High School Congratulations! Good luck with cross country & track at Wartburg while studying Secondary Education. We are very proud of you! Mom, Dad, Paige & Payton

Christine Marie Salley Mason City High School Congratulations! We are so proud of you! You worked so hard. You did it! Love, Mom, Dad & Lauren

Kory Watts Mason City High School We wish you all the happiness & success that you deserve. We’re so proud of you. Good luck at college. Congratulations! Dad & Mom

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Kylie Danielle Wayne

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University of Iowa Graduated with honors on May 16th, 2009 with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. She is also a 2005 graduate of MCHS. Her parents are Ryan & Pam VanLengen of Mason City

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You are a beautiful young lady with a promising future. You have your sights set and goals in place. We love you very much and are very proud of you! Love, Mom & Abigail

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Dimitria Emily Christina Klein Mason City High School Thank you for a remarkable and impressive first journey of your life; looking forward to your future accomplishments. Love, Mom & Dad

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Alex Miller Mason City High School You made it! We’re very proud of you!! Love, Mom, Dad, Christopher, Vicky, Eric, Phoenix & Layla

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Alex Faught Mason City High School We are so proud of you! Follow your dreams, never give up! All our Love, Your Family

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Alex Ausenhus Mason City High School We wish you continued success both in the classroom and on the field. We’re proud of you! Dad, Mom & Blake

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Central Springs High School

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I would like to say “THANK YOU” to the Iowa Heartland Credit Union for my retirement party, and also special thanks to all the members and friends who came to help me celebrate. It made my retirement party very special and I will forever remember it. — Digger Stadtlander

Patrick Smith The halls of Newman are silent of Smith’s, Patrick graduates today! Congratulations Patrick! Love you, Mom, Dad, Elizabeth, Mat, Kristin, Grandma

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Drake University Congratulations to Tyler Trimble who graduated from Drake University on May 16, 2009 with B.S.B.A. in Accounting/Finance. We are so proud of you!! Dad, Mom & Tricia

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Cards and memories may be sent to Lawrence at: 1128 Pleasant St., Osage, Iowa 50461.

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Lawrence was born May 28, 1919, near Osage. On March 8, 1943 he took Dolores Rogers as his bride. They became parents of four children — Margaret Hellman, of Belmond. Ginger (Dick) Meirick, of New Haven. Ken (Joellyn) Weinberger, of Osage. Terri Beland, of Northwood. Lawrence and Dolores have 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

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Lawrence J. Weinberger will celebrate his 90th birthday with a family gathering

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CELEBRATIONS ANNIVERSARY

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RETIREMENT After 24 years of teaching Kindergarten at Dows Elementary School, Mrs. Carnita Leist will be retiring on May 29, 2009. Please join us in a card shower to celebrate her many years of service, compassion and dedication. Please send cards to: Mrs. Carnita Leist 700 Duffy St. Rowan, Iowa 50470

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MASON CITY — Jerry Tatum and Sally (Snyder) Tatum of Mason City were married May 24, 1959, at Wesley United Methodist Church in Mason City. Their children have planned a 50th anniversary celebration at The Embassy Suites in Des Moines. The couple’s children and their spouses are Todd and

Jackie Tatum of Des Moines, Julie and Mike Servantez of Rockwell, and Scott and Jennifer Tatum of Clear Lake. Jerry and Sally’s grandchildren are Ashley and Ryan Tatum of Des Moines, Jessica (her husband Chad) Fluhrer of Mason City, Jennifer Servantez of Clear Lake, Jamie Servantez of Mason City, Zach and Cole Tatum of Clear Lake. Their great-grandsons are Corbin and Jackson.

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Tatum, 50 years

Ava Jo Gansen

Viola Roberts, 95

BRANDON, S.D. — Jason and Shauna Gansen, of Brandon, S.D., are parents of a daughter, Ava Jo Gansen, born April 20, 2009 in Sioux Falls, S.D. She weighed 6 lbs., 3 oz., and was 19 inches long. Ava Jo is welcomed by her sister, Kate Gansen. Grandparents are Ruthann and Frank Brekke, Rochester, Minn.; Dean and Kari Gansen, Riceville, and

FERTILE — A card shower is planned for Viola Roberts, of Fertile, who will observe her 95th birthday, May 31. She was born May 31, 1914. Viola is the daughter of Ben and Ellen Miller. She married Forrest Roberts on Dec. 20, 1933. He passed away Oct. 9, 2003. Her family includes: Wayne and his wife, Jean, of Clear Lake; Don and his wife, Peggy, of Chico, Calif., and Joanne Zrostlik and her husband, Richard,

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CHUCK is training for Retirement! Please help us celebrate as Chuck Rayburn shifts gears from full-time to part-time!!

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A Stunning Concert By Una Vocis Saturday evening, Una Vocis, a choral ensemble under the artistic direction of Dennis Lee, presented their spring concert at Holy Family Catholic Church. Dennis stated, “we will present solo, quartet and full ensemble hues of the Singer’s Gift through music that has been entrusted to us by great composers.” The concert was breathtaking with a broad variety of pieces, dating back to the 1600s to modern compositions. The beautiful voices blended under Lee’s direction, provided for two hours of complete respite from the external forces that impact us on a dayto-day basis, locally, regionally, nationally and the entire world. Thank you to each of the beautiful human voices, for Lee’s leadership and the thousands of volunteer hours that brought this magic to north central Iowa. — Ann MacGregor, Mason City

ACHIEVEMENTS

Sweet Briar graduate DUMONT — Bethany Melendy, of Dumont, graduated May 16, 2009 from Sweet Briar College in Sweet Briar, Va. Bethany, a double major, earned B.A.’s in anthropology and archeology. Bethany has been on the Dean’s list. She received a postgraduate scholarship from her college for a study abroard program in foreign language. Bethany will be spending two months in Jordan continuing to study Arabic. Bethany completed a dig in Jordan in 2008 as part of her archeology major. Bethany participated in Archeology Club holding the offices of secretary, vice-president and president; Belly Dance Club, performing several times in Lynchburg and surrounding area, plus organizing a Halfa on campus, and participating in many equestrian events at the college. Bethany is a 2005 graduate of Hampton-Dumont School. She is the daughter of Ramona Melendy, Dumont, and Michael Melendy, Mason City.

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ANNIVERSARY

CELEBRATIONS ANNIVERSARIES

Walrod, 60 years

Schaper, 50 years

BELMOND — Dale J. Walrod and Nadine L. (Hanson) Walrod of Belmond were married May 20, 1949, in Mason City. Dale and Nadine celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a family dinner May 17 in Belmond. The couple’s children and their spouses are Tim and Diane Walrod of Hanlontown, and Dennis and Faith (Walrod) Hoyer of Sabula, Iowa. Dale and Nadine have enjoyed their 60 years of love together, having lived in Belmond, Clarion, Norwalk, Oelwein, Ankeny and Spirit Lake, Iowa. Their grandchildren and great-grandchildren present special blessings and daily joy in their lives...along with “Hattie,” their special friend.

BRITT — Darrell Schaper and Judy (Freiberg) Schaper of Britt, were married May 23, 1959, at Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Storm Lake. The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner. Cards may be sent to Darrell and Judy at 2090 James Ave., Britt, IA 50423-8549. The couple requests no gifts, please. Their children are Stephen of Rochester, Minn., and Susan of Caldwell, Idaho.

George Romig Nov. 22nd, 1924 — May 15th, 2009 A celebration of life will be held at 812 E. State St., Monday, May 25th, from noon until 5 p.m. Relatives and friends, please come share your memories of my dad with us. Lee Romig and Family

Ades, 50 years MASON CITY — Arthur and Carol (Craig) Ades of Mason City were married May 31, 1959, at the Methodist Church in Hampton. They will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. May 31, 2009, at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Mason City. They kindly request no gifts please. Greetings may be sent to Arthur and Carol at 106 Parkridge Drive, Mason City, Iowa 50401.

They have one son, Dennis Ades of Springville, Iowa, and four grandchildren, Anna, Eric, Brad and Connor Wolvers.

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Happy 35th Anniversary Mom & Dad!

Please join us in congratulating Denny and Becky Thoms of Mason City, married May 25, 1974, on 35 years of marriage. You’re both still batting a thousand! With all our love, Derek and Aaron-Marie

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Auchstetter, Stover STEPHANIE JO AUCH STETTER, of Mason City, is the daughter of Douglas and Pamela Auchstetter of Rockford. Stephanie graduated from Rockford Senior High School, Rockford, in 1998, and from North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City in 2000. She is employed by Curries in Mason City. SCOTT ALAN STOVER, of Cedar Falls, is the son of Sheila Stover of Cedar Falls, and Paul and Ruth Stover of Nashua. Scott graduated from Cedar Falls

High School, Cedar Falls. The couple will be married Oct. 3, 2009, at The Little Brown Church in the Vale, Nashua.

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CARISSA LYNN DuDASH, of Mankato, Minn., is the daughter of Jack and Sam DuDash of Plymouth. She is a graduate of North Central High School in Manly and Mankato State University, Mankato, Minn. Carissa is employed with Mankato Public Schools in Mankato, Minn. DARRELL DUANE BITZ, of Grey Eagle, Minn., is the son of Kevin and Nancy Bitz, also of Grey Eagle. He is a graduate of Long Prairie-Grey Eagle High School in Long Prairie, Minn., and North Dakota The couple will be marState University in Fargo, ried June 12, 2009, in CraN.D. Darrell is employed with Grey Eagle Electric in gun’s Resort, Brainerd, Minn. Grey Eagle, Minn.

MASON CITY — Kaylinn Clausen and Kory Abben were united in marriage May 16, 2009, at the the First Assembly of God in Mason City, with Pastor Clyde Harvey officiating. Kaylinn is the daughter of Mark and Sharon Clausen of Mason City. Kory is the son of Jeff and Debbie Abben of Mason City. Sarah Syverson was the maid of honor. The bride’s other attendants were Laurin Johnson and Mikkiah Henrikson. Kyle Abben was the best man. The groom’s other attendants were Sean Kuhl and Sean Barlow. Allie Dickson was the flower girl, and Jackson Doe was the ring bearer. The bride is employed

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by IC Systems in Mason City. The groom is employed by Taco Tico in Mason City. The couple is at home in Mason City.

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Reising, 50 years GARNER — James and Sharlene Reising of Garner were married June 8, 1959, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wesley. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family vacation to Rivera Maya, Mexico, with extended family members. The couple’s children and their spouses are Jeff and Susan Reising, Willcox, Ariz., Jerry and Lynne Reising, Potosi, Wis., Rick and Nancy Prohaska, Garner, Dennis and Rhonda Malecek, Hammond, Wis. They also have 13 grandchildren.

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Colvin, 35 years MASON CITY — John and Marcy Colvin were married May 25, 1974, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Owatonna, Minn. They will be celebrating their anniversary with their daughter Kelly, and her husband Brian Smith, and son Charlie, along with family and friends.

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John Patterson, 90 ST. ANSGAR — John W. Patterson, of St. Ansgar, will celebrate his 90th birthday with a family dinner. He was born May 28, 1919 in rural St. Ansgar, to John C. and Velma (Rutt) Patterson. He is the husband of Fran Patterson and has two children: Jeanie (Doug) Heimer, Rock Falls, and Mark (Gayle) Patterson, of St. Ansgar. He also has six grandchildren: Jake (Kelli Jo) Heimer, Nora Springs; Justin Heimer, Cedar Falls; Cole Heimer, Rock Falls,

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Jennifer Messer awarded scholarship MASON CITY — Jennifer Messer, of Mason City, is the recipient of a 2009-10 scholarship to North Iowa Area Community College, from the Mason City Wa tan Jennifer Braden and James Dunne are happy to ye Club. announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. She is the daughter of Mark and Jeanette Messer, of Jennifer is the daughter of John and Karen Braden of Mason City, and will graduate from Mason City High Mason City. She is the granddaughter of Catherine School, May 24. Moellers of Cresco and the late Ireaneus Moellers, and Messer was a member of the 2009 Star Class, and John R Braden of Red Oak and the late Lois Braden. participated in the following high school activities: James is the son of Jean Dunne of Fairport, N.Y., and choir, drama club, speech team, JEL, art, band, and Stuthe late James Dunne. He is the grandson of Betty Dunne dent Senate representative. She also is involved with of Flushing, N.Y., and the late James Dunne, and the late Youth for Christ and church youth groups at Grace Anna Marie and James Miller. Evangelical Free Church. Jennifer is a Newman graduate and earned her bacheMesser plans to continue her education at NIACC, to lor of arts degree in elementary education from Luther attain a degree in journalism. College in Decorah, and a master’s of education from Iowa State University. She teaches at Crocker Elementary in Ankeny. THANK YOU James is a Fairport High School graduate and earned a bachelor of science degree in chemistry from Grove City Thank you College in Grove City, Pa. He is pursuing a Ph.D. in Thank you so much to my wonderful family, my chemistry at Iowa State University, Ames. church family, my co-workers past and present, for The couple will be married July 3, 2009, at St. making my retirement such a memorable occasion. God Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ames. Bless you all. — Dorothy (Dutch) Hepperly

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Marjorie Watt, 90 ROCKWELL — The children of Marjorie Watt, are having a family get-together Sunday, May 24, at the Hanford Inn and Fourth Street Diner, in observance of Marjorie’s 90th birthday. Greetings may be sent to Marjorie at the following address: 11287 150th St., Rockwell, Iowa 50469.

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COURTNEY ARNDT, of Mason City, is the daughter of Craig and Sheryl Arndt of Mason City. She is a 2005 graduate of Mason City High School, a 2007 graduate of North Iowa Area Community College, and will graduate in December 2009 from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in human resource management. Courtney is employed by Menards in Waterloo. BRAD MAYER, of Stacyville, is the son of Rick and Chris Mayer of Stacyville. He is a 2004 graduate of St. Ansgar High School, and a 2006 gradu-

On behalf of the entire Foster family, I wish to express our gratitude to all of you who helped us through a very emotional time. Words cannot express how deeply touched we have been by the outpouring of love and compassion over the death of young Darrion. For those we met in public, your gentle voice and hand in ours helped us through a most difficult period. For those who sent cards, letters and flowers, your expression of sympathy will always be remembered. To the thousand or so who attended Darrion’s visitation services at Fullerton-James Chapel last Thursday, we are sincerely grateful to you for your prayers and for being with us during our time of mourning. For the hundred plus who attended Darrion’s funeral service at Holy Family Parish on Friday, you have given us something to treasure always. To the Globe Gazette, you have our sincere appreciation for the article on Darrion in Sunday’s paper. And last, but certainly not least, many blessed thanks to Father Jon Seda at Holy Family Parish. You helped us on the path to overcome our wounded spirits and to not let our hearts be troubled or afraid. In closing, let me say again thank all of you for making this very difficult time just a little easier for me and my family. God Bless each of you for all you did for us! All of you were part of God’s army He sent to help us through the trying moments. — Leonard Foster Mason City

ate of NIACC with an A.A.S. degree in automotive service technology. Brad is employed by John Deery in Cedar Falls. The couple will be married Aug. 22, 2009, at Visitation Catholic Church in Stacyville.

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Heller, Johnson STEPHANIE ANN HELLER, of Forest City, is the daughter of Steven and Vivian Heller of Forest City. She is a 2004 graduate of Forest City Christian School, and a 2008 graduate of The Salon Professional Academy of Ames. Stephanie is employed by Cost Cutters in Mason City. AARON MATTHEW JOHNSON, of Forest City, is the son of Loren and Alison Johnson of Arlington, Iowa. He is a 2000 graduate of Starmont High School, and a 2007 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a

bachelor of arts degree in mathematics. Aaron is employed by Lake Mills Schools in Lake Mills. The couple will be married at 4 p.m. Aug. 1, 2009, on the Lady of the Lake, Clear Lake.

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AMY CHRISTOPHERSON, of Rockwell, is the daughter of Curtis Christopherson of Rockford and Monica Christopherson of Marble Rock. Amy graduated from Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock High School in 2001, and from Hawkeye Community College with a degree in dental hygiene in 2005. She is employed by Dr. Judith Demro as a dental hygienist in Mason City. KEVIN PEARCE, of Rockwell, is the son of Rick and Colleen Pearce of Rockwell. Kevin graduated from Rockwell-Swaledale High School in 2001. He is employed by Kevin Burtness Plumbing & Heating in Clear Lake. The couple will be married Aug. 1, 2009, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rockwell, Iowa.

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Carson Michael Beck Connor Thomas Beck MASON CITY — LaNette and Brendan Beck, of Mason City, are parents of twin sons, Carson Michael Beck and Connor Thomas Beck, born April 1, 2009 at Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa, Mason City. Carson weighed 4 lbs., 12 oz., and was 18 inches long. Connor weighed 4 lbs., 10 oz., and was 18 inches long. They are welcomed by grandparents, Gary and LaMone Nelson, of Mason City, and Laurel and Bill Beck, of Granite Bay, Calif.

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Mildred Haukoos, 80 FOREST CITY — A card shower is planned for Mildred Haukoos, of Forest City, who will celebrate her 80th birthday with a card shower. She was born May 29, 1929. Cards may be sent to Mildred at the following address: 145 Westgate Drive, Apt. 1A, Forest City, Iowa 50436.

Jenson, Wehr MIRANDA LYNN JENSON, of Marion, is the daughter of James and Linda Jenson of Rockwell. She is a 2003 graduate of Rockwell-Swaledale High School, and will graduate in June 2009 from Mercy/St. Luke’s School of Radiologic Technology. Miranda is employed by Red’s Alehouse in North Liberty. MICHAEL JOHN WEHR, of Marion, is the son of Bruce and Connie Wehr of Davenport. He is a 1999 graduate of Davenport Assumption High School, and a 2003 graduate of Mount Mercy College. Michael is vice president of sales and operations for Raining Rose Inc. in Cedar Rapids. The couple will be married at 2 p.m. July 18, 2009, at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids.

We wish our Mom and Grandma Dee a very happy 70th Birthday!

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Margaret Simkins, 80

MASON CITY — Margaret Elaine Simkins, of Mason City, will celebrate THANK YOU her 80th birthday at a family dinner, June 1. Thank you She was born June 1, Thank you so much for the kindness you expressed to 1929 in Meltonville, Iowa. Greetings may be sent the Jack Helgren family during our difficult time. Visits, cards, food, flowers and memorials were greatly appre- to Margaret at the following address: 217 19th St. ciated. S.E., Mason City, Iowa Sincerely, — Elizabeth Helgren and family 50401.

Dee Mosher, of Clear Lake, will observe her 70th birthday on May 28, 2009. She will celebrate with her family on the 4th of July. Dee has three children, seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

Teeter, 25 years GARNER — Don and Pat (Muller) Teeter of Garner will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on May 26, 2009. They are planning a second honeymoon trip and a family dinner is planned for a later date. Cards may be sent to Don and Pat at P.O. Box 93, Garner, Iowa 50438.

Thank you Thank you to everyone who came to my open house and helped me celebrate my 100th birthday. Thank you also for all the cards, gifts and flowers that were sent. I also thank my family and friends for their help to make this day so very special. God bless you all. — Lillian Malek

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Farwell, Olson Greg and Deb Farwell of Eagle Grove are excited to announce the engagement of their daughter Jennifer Farwell to Rusty Olson, son of Billy and Janeil Olson of Garner. Jennifer Nicole Farwell of Ventura is a 2000 graduate of Eagle Grove High School, 2002 graduate of Iowa Central Community College with her associate’s degree, and 2003 graduate of Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science College. Jennifer is employed with Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, Mason City, as a funeral director and embalmer. Jennifer is the granddaughter of Leola Asche and great-granddaughter of Myrtle Reed, both of Eagle Grove. Rusty John Olson of Garner is a 1997 graduate of Garner-Hayfield High School and a 2002 graduate of Iowa State University with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture studies. Rusty

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Marcus Holmes WATERLOO — Michael and Misty Holmes, of Waterloo, are parents of a son, Marcus Daniel Holmes born at 5:51 p.m. May 14, 2009 at Covenant Medical Center. He weighed 8 lbs., and was 19½ inches long. Marcus is welcomed by a brother, Matthias and sister, Mary. Grandparents are: George and Diana Rheingans, of Mason City, and Gary and Beverly Holmes, of Burlington. Great-grandparents are Loren and Mary Levenhagen, of Mason City, and Merle Holmes, of Burlington.

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CONGRATULATIONS CLEAR LAKE — Renee Ann Perry, of Clear Lake, graduated from the University of Iowa, Saturday, May 16, earning a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Renee is currently a registered nurse at Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa, Mason City, and holds an associate degree in nursing from North Iowa Area Community College. Attending the graduation ceremonies were Renee’s husband, Eric, their son, Carter, Renee’s parents, Dan Tieskotter, and Donna and Tom Bodensteiner, and Renee’s mother-in-law, Connie

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