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and Father and son both have birthdays on the same day! Can you guess which one turns 40?
Sean Arthur will be married at 3:30 p.m. July 18, 2009, at the First United Methodist Church in Mason City.
Clue: The guy on the lap!
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50th Anniversary You are invited to attend a 50th wedding anniversary for Kay and Gloria Burk on Sunday, June 7, 2009, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Garner Ed Center, 325 W. Eighth St., Garner.
Steve (Fraser) Shurtz and Logan Shurtz were united in marriage on May 3, 2009, at their home in Mason City
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Ruiter, 35 years FOREST CITY — Byron “Barney” and Barb (Fank) Ruiter of Forest City were married on May 24, 1974, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Britt. They have three children, Patrick and his wife, Nicole Ruiter of Mason City; Cindy Ruiter and friend Rick Query of Mason City and the late Charles Ruiter, and one grandchild, Lilly. The couple celebrated with a dinner with their children and grandchild.
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Shurtz, Fraser MASON CITY — Steve (Fraser) Shurtz and Logan Shurtz were united in marriage on May 3, 2009, at their home in Mason City, with Ruth Moerdyk officiating. Maid of Honor was Lisa Manning. Steve’s other attendant was Jen Hoangvan. Best man was Davie Welsher. Logan’s other attendant was Leah Reyerson. The couple resides in Mason City.
KELLY ZIEMAN, of Polk City, Iowa, is the daughter of David and Lucinda Zieman of Meservey. She is a 2004 graduate of Sheffield-ChapinMASON CITY —Marge Jerrell, of Greetings may be sent to Marge at the Meservey-Thornton High Mason City, will observe her 80th Birth- following address: 1838 Springview School, and is currently day on June 7, 2009. Drive, Mason City, IA 50401. studying pharmacy at Drake University. She will graduate in May 2010. Kelly is employed by HyVee Pharmacy in West Des News, sports, opinion, celebrations, the latest forecast, classified ads, Moines. ... It’s all available, SEAN ARTHUR, of Polk all the time, at www.globegazette.com. City, is the son of Richard and Joan Arthur of Nora Springs. He is a 2003 graduate of Nora Springs-Rock Falls High School, and a 2008 graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in agriculture systems technology. Sean is Swimming in the summer is a lot of fun! employed by Great Plains More and more cases of Recreational Water Mfg. as the Iowa territory Illnesses – or RWIs – are being reported to manager. health officials. RWIs are illnesses that are The couple will be married at 3:30 p.m. July 18, spread when you swim in contaminated water. 2009, at the First United Public Health is putting out a PLEA for your help: Methodist Church in Mason City. Please don't swim when you have diarrhea.
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CLEAR LAKE — Richard and Jane (Hankenson) Walls of Clear Lake were married May 31, 1969. They will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on May 31, 2009. Greetings may be sent to them at 13712 Indigo Ave., Clear Lake, Iowa 50428. The couple’s children and their spouses are Liz Walls of Austin, Minn., and Kathy and Austin Bates of College Grove, Tenn.
WODEN — Robert and Jacqueline Eden of Woden were married June 14, 1959, at the United Methodist Church in Garner. In honor of this occasion, their children and grandchildren request the pleasure of your company at an Open House reception from 1:30 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2009, at the Woden Community Center, 208 Main Ave., Woden. There will be a short program at 2:30 p.m. Your presence is your gift. Cards may be sent to Robert and Jacqueline Eden, P.O. Box 83, Woden, IA 50484.
The couple’s children and their spouses are Steven and Anita Eden, Wesley, Julie and Steven Burk of Lakeville, Minn., and Beth and Steven Forster of Lakeville, Minn. They also have five grandchildren.
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Hogen, 50 years NORTHWOOD — Donald and Lois Ann (Olson) Hogen of Northwood were married June 6, 1959, at Northwood. The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner. No gifts please. Greetings may be sent to the couple at 704 11th St. N., Northwood, Iowa 50459.
In Memory Of Karrie (Mulhern) Willer who left us nine years ago, May 31st. We do not forget her, we love her too dearly, for her memory to fade, from our lives like a dream. Our lips need not speak when our hearts mourn sincerely. For grief often dwells where it seldom is seen.
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Bash, 40 years MASON CITY — Kenneth Bash and Sheila Tinkey Bash of Mason City were married June 7, 1969, at Zion Methodist Church in Colesburg, Iowa. The couple will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary with a family vacation and extended family get-together. The couple’s children and their spouses are Jason and Denise of Omaha, Neb., and Rachel of Omaha. They also have one grandchild.
ALESE MESSER, of Mason City, is the daughter of Mark and Jeanette Messer, also of Mason City. She is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in communicative disorders and a certificate in Asian studies and Spanish language studies. Alese is employed with the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minn. WILLIAM OVERLY, of Louisburg, Kan., is the son of Butch and Bobbie Overly, also of Louisburg. He is a graduate of Kansas State with a dual degree in golf course management and business management, with a Spanish minor. William has earned a master’s of business administration degree with an emphasis in finance. The couple will be married at 4:30 p.m. Aug 29, 2009, at Grace Evangelical Free Church, Mason City.
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ESTES PARK, Colo. — Terry and Lana Eagen, Mason City, are pleased to announce the March 7, 2009, wedding of their son, Kyle Christopher, to Beth Marie Nagel, of Clarion. Parents of the bride are Dr. and Mrs. Tim Nagel. The blessed event took place at the rustic Crag’s Lodge, overlooking Estes Park, Colo. Following a honeymoon to Costa Rica, the couple is at home in Denver, Colo. Kyle, a graduate of Drake University, is a project services manager for Ubisense, a software consulting company. Beth, a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, works for Four Mile Historic Park, while com-
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Helen Severe, of Richland, Wash., formerly of Sheffield, and Patrick Mackey, of Richland, Wash., announce their engagement. Their parents are Tom and Marlene Severe of Sheffield, and Mike and Laura Mackey of Benton City, Wash. Helen is a graduate of Wartburg College and is working for the Story Group in Kennewick, Wash. Patrick graduated from Washington State University and is working for Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland, Wash. They will be marred on July 11, 2009, at Zion St. John Lutheran Church in Sheffield.
CLEAR LAKE — Bill Truesdell and Laura (Gearhart ) Truesdell of Clear Lake were married June 14, 1959, at the United Methodist Church in Eagle Grove. The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house from 7 to 9 p.m. June 13, 2009, at the Lakeside Room in City Park, Clear Lake. Cards may be sent to the couple at 415 19th St. West, Clear Lake, IA 50428. They request no gifts, please. The couple’s children and their spouses are Peggy Adams, Des Moines, Paula Lindsley, Marengo, Ill., Stefanie (Mark) Camenisch, Boone, Randy (Kathy) Truesdell, Clear Lake. They also have seven grandchildren.
MASON CITY — Wayne and Marjorie (Enfield) Vath of Mason City were married May 20, 1949, in Coalville, Iowa. The couple’s children and their spouses are Elmer and Bonnie Harden and Clifford and Sheryll Vath of Mason City. They are blessed to have three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Greetings may be sent to: Wayne and Marjorie Vath, 1432 N. Hampshire Ave., Mason City, IA 50401.
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La’James graduates MASON CITY — The following students received their degree in the career of esthiology at La’James College. The graduates received extensive training in skin care, facials, skin treatments, body waxing, machine facials and many spa treatments. ALGONA — Wendi Hall. CLEAR LAKE — Joy Mortensen.
CASTALIA — Kayla Ann Sohnuelle. KLEMME — Amy Albers. MASON CITY — Kelsey Maassen, Paula Beenken.
Schroeder awarded Concordia degree SEWARD, Neb. — Betsy M. Schroeder, of St. Ansgar, Iowa, received a bachelor of science degree in education during commencement ceremonies
teacher at the school. Carpenter’s name will appear in the Academy’s official Carpenter recognized yearbook which is published nationally. MASON CITY — Addie The criteria for selection Carpenter, of Mason City, includes: academic perforwas recognized by the mance, interest and aptiUnited States Achievetude and leadership qualiment Academy as a stuties. dent of excellence in busiShe is the daughter of ness education. Bob and Julie Carpenter, She is a student at Mason City, and grandMason City High School daughter of Richard and and was nominated for this Beulah Fairbanks, Mason honor by Tamara Johnson, City.
May 9, at Concordia University.
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Miller named to Concordia honors list SEWARD, Neb. — Rachel Miller, of Mason City, Iowa, was named to the spring term honors list for the second semester of the 2008-09 academic year, at Concordia University.
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Whalen, 60 years MASON CITY — Joseph J. Whalen and Marion J. (Eilers) Whalen of Mason City were married June 4, 1949, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City. The couple will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with an open house from 1 to 3 p.m., June 6, 2009, at the Hanford Inn in Mason City. They kindly request no gifts please. Congratulations may be sent to the couple at 1218 N. Jefferson, Mason City, Iowa 50401. The couple’s children and their spouses are Rick Whalen of Hampton, Ann and Dave Campbell of Eden Prairie, Minn., Jay and Judy Whalen of Hub-
bard, Neb., Tim Whalen of Kathy Borchardt is retiring Mason City, Jean and Doug MASON CITY —Kathy Borchardt, “AKA” Harriet, the Alexander of Deer, Ark. Cinnamon roll lady is retiring after baking for Mason They also have seven City Schools for the past 27 years. grandchildren and nine Her plans for retirement are enjoying her home and great-grandchildren. going out for lunch with friends. She is married to Denny Borchardt. Her children are Kellie (Dwight) Belin, of Leonardtown, Md., Jill (Tom) Heaton, of Alisa Viejo, Calif. and SSGT. Dan (Melissa) ANNIVERSARY Borchardt of Camp Pendleton, Calif. She has two grandaughters and expecting a grandson in June.
Jensen, 70 years CLEAR LAKE — Gerald A. and Phyllis Jensen of Clear Lake were married June 8, 1939, at the Zion Parsonage. They will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. on June 7, 2009, at the V.F.W. Hall in Clear Lake. Greetings may be sent to them at 481 N. Shore Drive, Clear Lake, Iowa 50428. The couple’s children are Gary Jensen, Nathan (Emily) Jensen, Shantel (Nicolas) Crellin. They have two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
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Meyer, 30 years HAMPTON — Bob Meyer and Brenda (Johnson) Meyer of Hampton were married May 31, 1979, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City. They celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary with a family dinner. The couple’s children and their spouses are Jason of Hampton; Justin and fiancee Amy of Peoria,Ill.; Bob and Brenda have three Amber of Mason City and grandchildren, Addy, fiance Cameron of Texas. Trenton and Vincent.
Burk, 50 years GARNER— You are invited to attend a 50th wedding anniversary for Kay and Gloria Burk on Sunday, June 7, 2009, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Garner Ed Center, 325 W. Eighth St., Garner. The open house is hosted by their children, Lisa Woiwood, and husband, Mark, of West Des Moines, Steve Burk and wife, Julie, of Lakeville, Minn., and Dana Burk and wife, Kathy of Carlisle. They also have nine grandchildren. Kay and Gloria were married on June 7, 1959, at the Liberty Methodist Church near Klemme. The couple will be honored by your attendance and request no gifts.
NORTHWOOD — Sherri Oetken, of Northwood, graduated from the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree on May 16, 2009. Sherri attended Northwood Schools and Mason City High School. She is a 2003 graduate from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in biology. Sherri will begin a family practice residency in Madison Heights, Mich., in late June. She is the daughter of Terry and Susan Oetken, of rural Northwood.
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Jean Heinz, 80 MASON CITY — Jean Heinz of Mason City will celebrate her 80th birthday with a family dinner. She was born June 4, 1929, in Mason City. Cards may be sent to Jean at 1000 N. Eisenhower, Mason City, IA 50401. She requests no gifts, please. She is the wife of Paul Heinz, has three children, six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. We wish our Mom, Grandma and Great-Grandma a very happy 80th Birthday.
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Congratulations on your graduation from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences May 16, 2009. Your family is proud of you! Mom, Dad, and Kati Grandparents: Armand and Phyllis Oetken, Roger and Arlene Roberts
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ROCKWELL — Cheryl A. Flatness (formerly Storey), of Rockwell, will be honored Albert Flores of Mason at a retirement open house Jeff and Brenda City will celebrate his 80th from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Brian birthday on June 4th. June 7, at the Linn Grove Howard and Janel A family celebration is Country Club, Rockwell. and families planned. Flatness was a math and computer teacher in the Rockwell-Swaledale ComTHANK YOU munity School District and the West Fork Community — Dakota, Ciera, Diego, Another Precious Graciela, Spencer, Nicko- School District, for 36 years. Memory She is married to Michael las, and Sofia — this all Flatness. made me have another A sincere thank you to Her children are: Tom precious memory! You all my family and friends for and Nicole Storey and boys, are so precious to me. the cards and goodies I Trevor and Ryan, of God’s blessings to all of received for my 90th Spencer, and Chelsey Storey you. birthday and a special and Chris Morrison, of God’s blessings to all. thank you to my seven — Roberta Newell Urbandale. great-great-grandchildren
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Kati Oetken NORTHWOOD — Kati Oetken, of Northwood, graduated from the University of Northern Iowa May 9, 2009. She achieved a B.A. of Education degree with an emphasis in Art. Kati attended Northwood Schools and graduated from Mason City High School and North Iowa Area Community College.
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LAURA TEIGLAND, of West Des Moines, is the daughter of Mike and Kathy Teigland of Indianola. Laura graduated from Clear Lake Community Schools and Iowa State University. She is employed by West Des Moines Community School in West Des Moines. SETH NAILOR, of West Des Moines, is the son of Cheryl Nailor of Scranton, Iowa, and the late Roger Nailor. Seth graduated from Jefferson-Scranton Community School and Simpson College. He is employed by ING in Des Moines. The couple will be married at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at Lutheran Church of Hope, West Des Moines.
JESSICA MAUREE DEVERELL, of Story City, is the daughter of Paul Deverell of Mason City and Michelle Deverell of Mason City. Jessica graduated from Mason City High School in 2000 and the University of Northern Iowa in 2004 with a degree in graphic design. She is employed by BDI, a sign design company, in Grimes. JOHN CHRISTOPHER WARD, of Story City, is the son of Steve and Sherri Ward of Greene, and Joel and Kathy Gabrielson of Story City. John graduated from Belmond-Klemme High School in 2000, and from the University of Northern Iowa in 2005 with a degree in studio art. He is employed by Roland Story School District as an art teacher. The couple will be married at 5 p.m. on June 6, 2009, at Prairie Moon Winery near Ames, Iowa.
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Thank you We would like to thank everyone for the cards, letters, gifts, visits and phone calls we received for our 50th wedding anniversary. We appreciated every one of them. Thanks for helping us celebrate our special day. — Joe and Josine Korsa
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Thank you Thank you so much for all the thoughtful remembrances of my 90th birthday. Your cards and attendance at my party will always be thought of with such joy. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful family and so many great friends. — Lola Roppe
The family of Rick Lind would like to thank all those who participated in and organized the Ride of Silence on May 20, 2009, in Mason City in memory of Rick and all those bicyclists who lost their lives in the last year.
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MASON CITY — Harold and Dorothy Oppermann of Mason City were married June 4, 1949, in Grand Haven, Mich. They are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary with a family dinner. Cards may be sent to Harold and Dorothy at 1315 10th St. S.E., Mason City, Iowa, 50401. The couple’s children are Dan Oppermann of Fayetteville, N.C.; Andy (Laura) Oppermann of Mason City; Steve (Camie) Oppermann of St. Louis, Mo.; and Tim Oppermann of Chattanooga, Tenn. They also have five grandchildren.
SHEFFIELD — Rich and Shari (Johnson) Showalter of Sheffield, were married June 7, 1969, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Mason City. They will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on June 7, 2009. Greetings may be sent to the couple at 1976 215th St., Sheffield, Iowa 50475. The couple’s children and their spouses are Chris and Tanya Showalter of Dumont, Katie Showalter and Jeff Wenzel of Ventura, Joe and Kelli Showalter, Dusti and Julia Showalter, Josh and Lindsey Showalter, all of Sheffield. They also have eight grandchildren.
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FOREST CITY — Dick and Shirl (Grimm) Frank of Forest City were married May 31, 1969, in Osage. The couple will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on Sunday, May 31, 2009. Dick and Shirl’s children are Cari Lillquist (Steve) of Forest City and Christa Frank of New Hampton. They also have two grandchildren.
DAVIE, Fla. — Amber Leigh Wedmore and James Robert Wilson were united in marriage on Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church in Davie, Fla., by Father Edmond Prendergast. Amber is the daughter of Marsha Wedmore and the late Terry Wedmore of Rockwell. James is the son of John and Colleen Wilson of Youngstown, Ohio. Matron of honor was Abbey Pitzenberger. Amber’s other attendants were Madison Adams, Kimberley Brehm, Sara Ford, Jennifer Kudelka and Jessica Luebbert. Best man was Joseph Wilson. James’ other attendants were Bill Canning, Matt Diana, Dan Ford, Ryan McNicholas, Ben Pitzenberger, Justin Steele, Rich Tynal and Adam Wedmore. Flower girls were Allison and Caitlin Pitzenberger. A reception was held at Crowne Plaza Hotel, hosted by Gary and Mary Ellen Haugen, Robert and Karen Wilson, and Chad Melrose and Amy Adams. Amber is employed by HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Sunrise, Fla. James is employed by Ticketmaster in Miami. Following a honeymoon in St. Lucia, the couple resides in Weston, Fla.
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Al Nagel, 89 ROCKWELL — Al Nagel, of Rockwell, will celebrate his 89th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 31, 2009, at the Rockwell Care Center, Rockwell. Cards may be sent to Al at the Rockwell Care Center, 707 Elm St. E., Rockwell, IA 50469.
AMBER KLOUSE, of Ankeny, is the daughter of Curt and Nan Klouse of Mason City. She is a 2002 graduate of Newman Catholic High School and a 2006 graduate of the University of Iowa’s College of Nursing. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in nursing administration through the University of Iowa. Amber is employed with Visiting Nurse Services/Drake Head Start in Des Moines. ADAM ROGERS, of Ankeny, is the son of Joe and Deb Rogers of St. Ansgar, formerly of Rudd. Adam is a 2001 graduate of Rudd Rockford Marble Rock High School. He graduated in 2005 from Iowa State University with a degree in marketing/logistics and supply chain management. Adam is employed with Pioneer Hi-Bred as a supply chain management assistant in Johnston. The couple will be married July 25, 2009, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Mason City.
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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 stationary 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. 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. 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. 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.
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.
E12 ✦ SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2009
Happy 5th Birthday Macy May
CELEBRATIONS Congratulations Alex “Jay” Miller
NEW ARRIVAL
Josiah Douglas McLemore MASON CITY — Becka Stadtlander and Billy McLemore, of Meservey, are parents of a son, Josiah Douglas McLemore, born May 20, 2009, at the Wright Medical Center in Clarion. Josiah Douglas McLemore weighed six lbs., 8.4 oz.
Happy Birthday to our pre-school graduate who turned 5 on May 29th! We love you! Your family
On your college graduation!
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