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Mason City, Iowa ✦ Sunday, March 28, 2010

40th Anniversary

Congratulations Alysha Walker on being an Iowa Junior Miss finalist and receiving the Michael Sieren “Making a Difference” scholarship.

Vern Dannen and Janelle (Lutz) Dannen

We are so Proud!

of Plymouth were married April 3, 1970, at Bethel United Methodist Church, Manly.

Love, your family

50th Anniversary

Engaged Holly Swanson

Paul J. Kelly

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Wilton Wiseman

Marlys J. (Goetz) Kelly

will be married on July 24, 2010, at Zion St. John Lutheran Church in Sheffield.

of Britt were married on Feb. 16, 1960, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wesley.

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Marilyn (Schmidt) Murra, 80 BUFFALO CENTER — Marilyn (Schmidt) Murra, of Buffalo Center, will celebrate her 80th birthday at a family dinner, Wednesday, March 31.

She was born March 31, 1930.

Cards may be sent to Marilyn at the following address: Box 175, Buffalo Center, Iowa 50424.

Swanson, Wiseman HOLLY SWANSON, of Sheffield, is the daughter of Jon and Barb Swanson of Sheffield. She is a 2006 graduate of SheffieldChapin/Meservey-Thornton High School and a 2009 graduate of North Iowa Area Community College as an RN. Holly is employed with Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City.

WILTON WISEMAN, of Rockwell, is the son of Wayne Wiseman of Rockwell and Diana Wiseman Kelleher of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He is a 2006 graduate of SheffieldChapin/Meservey-Thornton High School and a 2008 graduate of North Iowa Area Community College with an associate in applied science degree in tool and die technology.

He is employed with Hall Industries in Sheffield.

The couple will be married on July 24, 2010, at Zion St. John Lutheran Church in Sheffield.

Dorothy Haugen, 80 FOREST CITY — Dorothy Haugen, of Forest City, will celebrate her 80th birthday, Thursday, April 1.

Greetings may be sent to Dorothy at the following address: 136 West I St., Apt. 114, Forest City, Iowa 50436.

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Skarr, Boelsen JULIE SKARR, of Mason City, is the daughter of Jay and Carol Skarr of Dumont. Julie graduated in 2008 with a degree in human services and psyCongratulations to the chology from Buena Vista Mason City Hawks sixth grade boys basketball team in Mason City. Julie curfor another fun, successful season. rently works at Charlie The team won several tournaments Brown. and finished the season with a record of 39-5.

JESSE BOELSEN, of From left are, in back row, Coach Lynn Borchardt, Mason City, is the son of Riley Bruns, Zabrian Coleman, Brandon Pearce, Gene and Beth Boelsen of Wyatt Cooper, Stephen Goepel and Coach Kevin Bruns.

Nora Springs. Jesse is an Kneeling are Logan Borchardt, Auston Shrader, alumni of Nora Springs Blake Buttweiler and Xavier Senger.

High School and is employed with Graham.

NEW ARRIVAL The couple will be married Saturday, April 24, 2010, at St. James Luther- Colton Richardson an Church of Mason City MASON CITY — with the Holiday Inn in Thomas and Jackie Mason City to host the Richardson, of Mason City, reception. are parents of a son, Colton Richardson born at 7:26 p.m. March 6, 2010 at 80th Birthday Open Mercy Medical Center — House North Iowa, Mason City.

Honoring He weighed 9 lbs., 1 oz., Arlon “Ike” Zeigler and was 21½ inches long.

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS letters in drama.

Hertzel named His awards and honors DES MOINES — Nearly include: Honor Roll, Prin- ‘Student of Month’ 500 students graduated cipal’s List, National SciMASON CITY — Ivy following the fall semester ence Merit Award winner, Hertzel, of Mason City, from Des Moines Area All-State Speech qualifi- was selected as the Mason Community College’s er, and NCIBA Honor City Sunrise (DMACC’s) Ankeny, Band member Rotary Club Boone, Carroll, Newton, Lane plans to attend “Student of Urban and West Campus- the University of Norththe Month,” es. ern Iowa and double for FebruStudents from North major in English and theary.

Iowa receiving degrees ater production. He hopes She is the include: to pursue a career in daughter of MASON CITY — Jessika directing/producing in Tammy and Hertzel Breazeale, phlebotomy; film and/or theater.

Paul James Strachota, liberal Hertzel, and mother to arts.

Ella.

Tobin named THORNTON — Dan Hertzel currently Budd, liberal arts.

‘Student of Month’ attends Mason City AlterMASON CITY — Jordyn native High School. She has been on the honor roll Tobin, a senior at Mason Lane named for two years previously City High School, was ‘Student of Month’ and has near perfect attenselected as MASON CITY — Zachdance for the first quarter. the Mason ery Lane, a senior at She is involved and in her City Noon Mason City High School, senior year in dance, at Rotary was selectThe Dance Arts Centre.

Club’s ed as the After graduation, “Student of Mason City the Month” Hertzel plans to attend Noon North Iowa Area Commufor March.

Rotary nity College and then She is the Tobin Club’s daughter of transfer to a four-year col“Student of Nathan and Stephani lege with a major in either the Month” Tobin. journalism or psychology. for March.

Throughout her four Lane He is the years at Mason City High son of David and Lisa School, Tobin has partici- Rogers named Lane. pated in soccer, basketball, ‘Student of Month’ Lane is a member of the track, softball, and Best MASON CITY — ConMason City Symphonic Buddies. She is a varsity ner Rogers, of Mason City, Band and the Mason City letter winner in soccer, was selected as the Mason pep band, Mohawk Power. track and softball. She is City Sunrise Rotary Club He was a drill leader for also involved in National “Student of the Mason City marching Honor Society. the Month,” band. He also participated Her awards and honors for March. in the track team for two include: Honor Roll, StuShe is the years and participated in dent of the Month in art, daughter of the North Iowa Youth during December, 2008, Leslie Task Force for a year.

Outstanding Academic Burgess and Lane is a member of the Achievement Award, and Karl RinMason City High School All-Academic Award. nels. speech team where he Her community activiRogers Rogers qualified for all-state ties include attending currently attends Mason multiple times and Grace Evangelical Free City Alternative School. received two letters. He Church, attending Youth has participated in the for Christ, and volunteer- She earned awards for achieving her quarterly Mason City High School ing as an assistant youth point goal and for major Drama Club where he has soccer coach. improvement on the Iowa participated in five plays.

Tobin plans to attend a Tests of Education DevelHe has also received three four-year college.

DMACC graduates

opment (ITED) exams. She is involved in Youth Investing Energy in Leadership Development (YIELD) and SSIAC. Outside of class she is involved in pre-training activities for the Army.

After graduation, she plans to join the Army and attend basic training. After her initial commitment to the Army, she plans to attend college.

ing.

Clear Lake High School Performing: Jeremy Anderson, public address; Gracie Bojorquez, literary program.

Forest City High School Performing: Logan DeVries, improvisation; Justin Mattingly, spontaneous speaking; Felicity Olson, literary program.

Non-performing: Jon Happel, improvisation; Jason Neumann, storytelling.

Individual All-State Garner-Hayfield High School Speech performers Performing: Ethan NanCEDAR FALLS — The nega, acting; Caleb Profollowing North Iowa stu- haska, acting. dents were nominated as Lake Mills High School All State speech performPerforming: Sara Marpe, ers and will be honored at poetry; Dream Higgins, the Individual All State literary program.

Festival, Monday, March Mason City High School 29, at the University of Performing: Zac Lane, Northern Iowa. The All storytelling.

State Festival begins at Mason City High School 8:30 a.m. in the McLeod 9th Grade Center on the UNI camPerforming: Siri pus.

Hansen, poetry; MackenAlgona High School zie Rodamaker, solo musiPerformers: David Bax- cal theatre. ter, SMT; Heidi BehnkMason City Newman endorf, SMT; Clinton Catholic McGuire, acting; Rob Performing: Angela Bauer, improvisation.

Zook, poetry; Clare Non-Performing: David Schlader, improvisation.

Baxter, improvisation.

North Butler High Algona Garrigan High School, Greene School Performing: Airyn Performing: Phillip Painter, prose.

Detrick, improvisation; North Iowa High Anna Kollasch, storySchool, Buffalo Center telling.

Performing: Tony Aplington-Parkersburg Wubben, storytelling.

High School Riceville High School Performing: Nikki BrisPerforming: Marissa sette, radio news; Colton Yorgey, storytelling.

Brouwer, acting.

St. Ansgar High School Central Springs High Performing: Matt Bless, School, Manly radio news.

Performing: Andrew Woden-Crystal LakeKraninger, poetry.

Titonka High School Charles City High Performing: Kyle Pals, School prose.

Performing: Emily Woden-Crystal LakeJohnson, acting; Reming- Titonka High School ton Lanenga, public 9th Grade address; Alex Wendel, actPerforming: Christie

Schutter, prose.

West Hancock High School, Britt Performing: Andrew Dehart, improvisation.

BGHS State Individual Speech ALGONA — At the State Individual Speech contest held at SibleyOcheyedan High School on March 13, the Bishop Garrigan High School team earned 11 Division I or excellent ratings, and six Division II or good ratings.

Students earning Division I’s were Philip Detrick and Lizzy Hohmeister in acting; Jake Rosenmeyer in prose; Rebeccah Erdman and Andrea Altman in poetry; Jake Rosenmeyer, Michael Hellman, and Michael Fakler in literary program; Philip Detrick in improvisation; Anna Kollasch in solo musical theater.

Students earning Division II ratings were Brittany Berte, Rachel Berte, Michael Fakler, Jenny Broesder, Nora Krahenbuhl, and Matthew Fakler.

Coaches are Mary McCall and David Burrow.

Bemidji State graduate BEMIDJI, Minn. — Edgar May, of Fertile, Iowa, received a bachelor of science degree in business administration, at the conclusion of the 2009 fall semester at Bemidji State University.

May graduated magna cum laude, with a grade point average of 3.7 or higher, based on a 4.0 scale.

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Godfrey, eighth grade, John Adams Middle School, daughter of Todd and Barb Godfrey.

MASON CITY — The Second-place, Nicoletta VFW Post and auxiliary Peters, 8th grade, John #733 recently held its youth program and recog- Adams Middle School, daughter of Bob and Iwona nized students who had Peters. written essays. Winners Third-place, Liknitha are as follows: Butchireddygari, of MaryElementary School “I Love America” Con- land, formerly a 7th grader at John Adams Middle test School, Mason City.

Third Grade High School First-place —Kyle Voice of Democracy...

Armour, Newman Catholic Does America Still Have School, son of Matt and Heroes?”

Sue Armour.

First-place, Loretta Second-place — Aaron Foth, Jefferson Elementary Kraling, a sophomore at Mason City High School, School, son of Christine daughter of Dave and Foth.

Diane Kraling.

Third-place —Philip Second-place, Madison Johnson, Jefferson EleFitzgerald, a sophomore at mentary, son of Joy Mason City High School, Wilcox. daughter of Mike and Fourth Grade Sherry Fitzgerald.

“President Obama’s Third-place, Sarah Duties Are....”

McCarthy, a senior at First-place — Daniel Snyder, Newman Catholic Newman High School, daughter of Mark and School, son of Dr. Steve Kathy McCarthy. and Dr. Louise Snyder.

Second-place — Shelby Johnson, Newman Forest City Speech Catholic School, daughter of Tony and Theresa John- Tournament son.

FOREST CITY — The Third-place —Jared Forest City High School Bock, Newman Catholic Speech team competed at School, son of Al and Jack- the State Speech Tournaie Bock. ment March 13, at StarFifth Grade mont High School.

“Our Veteran’s Are Five students were Trained To... nominated as All-state First-place —Makayla Performers and will be Percy, Hoover School, honored at the Individual daughter of Dan Percy.

All State Festival, MonSecond-place —Price day, March 29, at the UniHall, Hoover School, son versity of Northern Iowa. of Lori Hall.

This is the highest indiThird-place, Skylar vidual honor awarded to Meyers, Hoover School, high school speech studaughter of Tanya and dents. Coaches for the Chad Venz. speech team are: Scott Middle School Bertelsen, Julie Keely and Patriot’s Pen Dan May. “When is the Right Students nominated for Time to Honor our Milinon-performing honors tary Heroes?” are: Jon Happel, improviFirst-place, Kaylah sation and Jason Neu-

VFW essay competition

mann, storytelling.

Students nominated to perform at All State are: Logan DeVries, improvisation; Justin Mattingly, spontaneous speaking, and Felicity Olson, literary program. ******************** The following are results of the Forest City High School state speech contest March 13, at Starmont High School.

Junior Varsity Division I ratings Storytelling: Skye Newcom, Tyler Tweeten.

Prose: Russell Scharper.

Junior Varsity Division II ratings Improvisation: Skye Newcom.

Poetry: Natasha Paredes.

Radio News: Tyler Tweeten.

Varsity Division I ratings Improvisation: Jon Happel, Logan DeVries, Justin Mattingly.

Spontaneous Speaking: Hillary Albertson, Justin Mattingly.

Storytelling: Jason Neumann, Nathan Koch, Megan Kirschbaum.

Acting: Megan Kirschbaum, Felicity Olson, Simon Sager, Jason Neumann.

After Dinner Speaking: Simon Sager, Caleb Kruse, Nate Byro.

Prose: Julia Jessen.

Poetry: Katie Jordal, Jenny Lunning, Sam Keely.

Radio News: Evan Eischen.

Literary Program: Felicity Olson, Robert Searcy.

Varsity Division II ratings Acting: Logan DeVries.

Original oratory: Dyllon Owen.

Prose: Cody Lauritsen.

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Great job girls!

Ruth Redeker, 80

Jim R. Lawrenz, 75

Rust, Grefe MASON CITY — Jerre (Leinen) Grefe-Rust and Kevin Rust were united in marriage on March 1, 2010, at Mason City by Rolf Aronsen.

Jerre is the daughter of Jack and Vi Leinen of Hampton.

Kevin is the son of Doug and Lorraine Rust of Sheffield.

Maid of honor was Sandy Norby. Best man was Farrell Ruyter.

Jerre is employed by Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines. Kevin is employed by Pepsi in Mason City.

The couple will honeymoon in Riviera Maya, Mexico, and reside in Hampton, Iowa.

In celebration of their marriage, a Fiesta will be held Aug. 21, 2010, at the couple’s home in Hampton.

ROCKFORD — Jim R. Lawrenz, of Rockford, will celebrate his 75th birthday on March 25. He was born March 25, 1935, in Springfield, Minn.

Greetings may be sent to Jim at 110 Fifth St. N.W., Rockford, Iowa 50468.

He requests no gifts, please.

Congratulations Kaleb

ANNIVERSARY

Kelley, 30 years NORA SPRINGS — Dave and Debbie (Bertelsen) Kelley of Nora Springs were married March 28, 1980, at St. Patricks Catholic Church in Dougherty. The couple celebrated their 30th anniversary on a cruise to Mexico in February.

The couple’s sons and their spouses are Jamie and Heidi Kelley of Sioux City, Brian and Amber Kelley of Peosta, Iowa, Chad and Amber Kelley of Pleasant expecting two more Hill. They also have one grandson, Mason, and are grandsons this summer.

MASON CITY — Ruth Redeker, of Mason City, celebrated her 80th birthday at a family dinner Sunday, March 21, at the Pizza Ranch, Mason City.

A card shower is also planned. Cards may be sent to Ruth at the following address: 2224 20th St. S.W., Mason City, Iowa 50401. She requests no gifts, please.

Ruth was born March 5, 1930 in Mason City, where she was raised.

She was proud to have worked at Decker’s Meat Packing Plant/Armour for over 30 years.

She is a longtime mem-

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ber of the First Assembly of God Church.

Ruth and Don have five children who reside in Mason City: Jim (Sandy) Redeker, Dee (Louis) Raprager, Kathy (Wes) Loeckle, Randy Redeker, and Peggy (Roy) Vega.

There are 13 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

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ANNIVERSARY BIRTHDAY

Thank you The family of Lori Lichty would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone for their heartwarming support and sympathy. Your comforting acts of kindness whether through cards, flowers, food, thoughts, prayers and charitable contributions will forever be remembered. We feel extremely blessed to call you all our friends.

— Kurt, Jonna, Kyla, Brooke, Alexis Dennis, Betty and Kelly

Dannen, 40 years PLYMOUTH — Vern Dannen and Janelle (Lutz) Dannen of Plymouth were married April 3, 1970, at Bethel United Methodist Church, Manly.

The couple will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary with a family dinner.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Amy (Shad) Stoeffler, Mason City; Kari (Bill) Pate, Manly; Aaron Dannen and Lindsey Brunner, Manly.

They also have 10 grandchildren.

They request no gifts, please. Cards may be sent to them at 1926 350th St., Plymouth, IA 50464.

THANK YOU

Schmitt, Ytzen KRISTI SCHMITT, of Garner, is the daughter of Mike and Diane Schmitt of Cresco. She is a 2006 graduate of Crestwood High School and is employed at Bill’s Family Foods in Garner.

ADAM YTZEN, of Garner, is the son of Robert and Debbie Ytzen of Clear Lake. He is a 2003 graduate of Clear Lake High School and a 2005 graduate of Hamilton College, Mason City campus, with an AAS degree in criminal justice. He graduated from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy in 2008 and is serving as a police officer with the Garner Police Department in Garner.

The couple will be married at 2 p.m. on July 31, 2010, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Garner.

BIRTHDAY

Evelyn Rensink, 95 MASON CITY — Evelyn Rensink, of Mason City, will observe her 95th birthday, Tuesday, April 6.

Greetings may be sent to Evelyn at the following address: 321 Fourth St. N.E., Room 131, Mason City, Iowa 50401. She requests no gifts, please.

You’re invited

Robert E. Barner December 15, 1928 - February 26, 2010 Your thoughtfulness is appreciated and is a great source of comfort and peace.

Thank you for honoring the life and memory of Bob, our loving husband, father, and grandfather.

With gratitude, Bob’s Family

THANK YOU

Thank you Thanks to all my family and friends for all the prayers, cards, flowers, calls, visits and food while I was in the hospital and at home. A special thank you to my husband and sister Julie, and Ann Hagen.

Love to all, — Lori A. Short

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Sally (Roethler) Stricker turns 80 today!

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Walker, Crosser compete for Iowa Junior Miss CLEAR LAKE — Alysha Walker and Jordan Crosser, of Clear Lake, were among 13 Iowa high school seniors who competed for the title of Iowa Junior Miss 2010, March 13, at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa.

The high school seniors spent the week in Ottumwa meeting with students, business people and rehearsing.

They also performed their talents — Walker’s was Taekwondo, and Crosser’s was poetry reading. Walker is the daughter of Douglas and Kendra Walker. Crosser is the daughter of Brian and Stephanie Crosser.

The contestants were judged on self-expression, talent, fitness, interview answers and scholastic achievements. As a finalist, Walker received a $250 Michael Sieren making a Difference Scholarship. Crosser was named second-runner-up and received scholarships in the talent and self expression portions of the program.

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Friends of Leo Vasquez Thanks to everyone that came to celebrate Leo’s life.

I’m pretty sure he would have been happy to see everyone there having a good time. The ones that didn’t make it don’t know what you missed. Once again, thanks so much to all. You couldn’t take the pain away but made it easier to bear.

— Charlotte, Candy & Dan

Thank you I would like to thank everyone that came to my surprise birthday party. I had so many flowers, hugs and cards. Thank you Josh, Sarah, Becky and Tim for the delicious food, decorations and all the preparations. I had a wonderful time. Thank you, Kohl, for being my personal attendant, also Brody and Grant for the dances.

— Dawn Drydale

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JOHN PATRICK WEISHAAR, of Britt, is the son of Thomas and Patricia Weishaar of Fort Dodge. John is a graduate of St. Edmond High School in Fort Dodge and from Kansas City, Kansas Community College with an associate of applied science in mortuary science. He is employed with Ewing Funeral Home in Britt, Kanawha and Clarion.

The couple will be married at 2:30 p.m. June 19, 2010, at First Wesleyan Church in Charles City.

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

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William Penn University President’s List OSKALOOSA — Claudia Guerrero, of Belmond, and Trina Vettel, of Hampton, were named to the President’s List for the fall 2009 semester at William Penn University.

To be included on the President’s List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of credit with a minimum grade point average of 3.9 on a 4.0 scale.

Western Kentucky University Dean’s List BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Kyla J. Lichty, of Mason City, Iowa, was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2009 semester at Western Kentucky University.

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Happy Birthday, Grandma Fern!

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Thank you Thank you to my family and friends for the beautiful flowers, gifts, telephone calls and cards — cards — cards on my 90th birthday.

A special thank you to Dorothy Birch and Reta Kerdus for arranging a luncheon of retired nurses — what memories. I felt like a child at Christmas.

Thanks to my extended family at Grant Village for your friendship! Thanks to my family for always being there when I need them.

Love you all, — Ellen Anderson

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She was born in rural Worth County in 1925 and currently resides with her husband, Arden, at 1327 330th St., Hanlontown, Iowa 50444.

Fern and Arden have been married for 64 years, and are the parents of four children: Cindy (Russell) of Britt; Arlyn (Lila), of Hanlontown; Connie (Mark), of Mankato, Minn., and Vicky (Larry), of Cedar Rapids.

They are blessed with 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, with three more expected this spring and summer.

The family will celebrate Fern’s birthday on Easter Sunday.

BIRTHDAY

JENA BAMRICK, of Rockwell, is the daughter of Bill and Kim Bamrick, also of Rockwell. Jena is a 2007 graduate of Rockwell-Swaledale High School, and a 2009 graduate of Hawkeye Community College of Waterloo with a degree in dental assistance. Jena is employed by the West Fork Elementary Schools as a preschool aide in Rockwell.

JOHNNIE RISER, of Rockwell, is the son of Scott and Pam Ginther of Rockford and Jeff and Cindy Riser of Mason City. He is a 2004 graduate of Rockford High School. He attended Hawkeye Community College and is employed with Conseco Insurance.

The couple will be married at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 29, 2010, at the Rockwell United Methodist Church.

Otto S. Dannen, 95 LATIMER — A card shower is planned for Otto S. Dannen, of Latimer, who will observe his 95th birthday, Tuesday, March 30.

Cards may be sent to Otto at the following address: P.O. Box 652, Latimer, Iowa 50452.

Now Offering:

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THANK YOU

MARCH 26, 27 & 28

Thank you We want to thank everyone for their prayers and kindness since the death of our mother and grandma.

Thank you for all the cards, memorials, food, flowers and plants. A special thank you to Reverend Mark Lavrenz for guiding us and Mom through. We know she is in Heaven.

Also, thank you to the nurses and doctors at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa for their gentleness during a difficult time, and to Hospice.

— The family of Norma Dwine

Saturday, April 3 1 - 3 pm

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ANNIVERSARY

Kelly, 50 years BRITT — Paul J. Kelly and Marlys J. (Goetz) Kelly of Britt were married on Feb. 16, 1960, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wesley.

The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house reception and dance from 4 until 9 p.m. on April 10 at the Duncan Community Hall. The open house starts at 4 p.m., meal at 5 p.m. and dance from 7 to 9 p.m.

Cards of congratulations may be sent to the couple at 273 Fourth St. S.E., Britt, Iowa 50423.

The couple’s children and their spouses are: Karen and Mike Sankey, Algona; Connie Kelly, Cedar Rapids; Timothy and Ranae Kelly, Plover, Wis.; Jeffrey Kelly, Urbandale; Michael and Susan Kelly, Ankeny; Patrick and

Lisa Kelly, Topeka, Kan.; Steven and DeAnna Kelly, Britt; Kristie and Nathan Smith, Ankeny, and Mark and Morgan Kelly, Ankeny.

They also have 22 grandchildren (11 girls and 11 boys).

Paul and Marlys are celebrating 50 years of marriage and the 50th year of business. The family will be attending a Thanksgiving Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Britt at 8 a.m. Sunday morning, April 11.

The couple requests no gifts please.

Baby Card Shower for Amanda Gisch You may send cards to 12415 Jacobs Pond, San Antonio, Texas 78253.

She is also registered at Target and Babies R Us. Her baby is due April 26.

They Are Almost Here!

Friday, April 2nd • 10-8 Saturday, April 3rd • 10-4 Hart Photography will be available to take images with the BUNNY, Sat., April 3 • 11-3 MS-20132177

BRIDAL SHOPS The Bridal Theatre 139 W. 4th St., St.Ansgar, IA 50472 641.713.2303 www.bridaltheatre.com Make a memory last a life time with beautiful attire for your wedding at The Bridal Theatre. New 2010 wedding gowns and Mothers gowns are arriving daily. Stop in and see the great selection of Prom dresses still available, at the Bridal Theatre downtown St. Ansgar, 641-713-2303. Extended hours now open Thursday evenings until 7:00 pm through April.

Hours Monday - Friday 10 - 5, Saturday 10 - 3 The Bridal Garden 641.585.9333 www.bridalgardeniowa.com Miller Photography 641.590.0659 306 South Clark, Forest City The Bridal Garden celebrating our 10th Anniversary. We carry gowns, tiaras, dresses & more. We can assist you with outfitting your entire wedding party (dresses to tuxes).

Come experience the personal touch from the Bridal Garden. Weddings made easy.

Formalities 641.423-6124 21 2nd St NE, Mason City formalitiesbridalwear.com formalitiesbridalwear@yahoo.com Formalities has gowns for every size and every age.

Baptismal, flowergirls, junior bridesmaids, prom, bridesmaids, bridals, mother and grandmother gowns! We have over 100 wedding gowns in stock and are always receiving new styles! Trust our elite group of seamstresses to create that perfect fit!

Formalities carries all the accessories needed for your special event! Formalities is also North Iowa's prom headquarters! We stock over 200 prom gowns and register your gown for your school! Don't forget our fashion purses with over 50 in stock. Shop Formalities - yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Sweet Things, etc.

641.822.4918 114 3rd Street, Rockwell Tues. & Thurs. Noon-8pm;Wed. & Fri. Noon6pm; Sat. 10am-2pm; Sun. By Appointment www.sweetthingsetc.com Prom Central in full swing. 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!!

Sew Heavenly Creations LLC 641.892.4111 209 W. Gilman St. Sheffield, IA Open 7 days a week. Appointments welcome. www.sewheavenlycreations.net Email: sewheavenly@netins.net Let us help you make your wedding day special. We

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

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.

INVITATIONS Uncorked 312 Main Avenue,Clear Lake 641.357.1120 www.uncorkedclearlake.com Uncorked proudly offers all of the hottest trends in save the date cards, invitations, enclosure cards, programs, thank you notes, and bridal essentials. Call today to schedule your private consultation.

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

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

RECEPTIONS 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.

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.

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 300 1st Ave. N., 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

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 Sir Knight Formalwear floor and more! Call today for more 641.424.6018 information.

19 2nd Street NE, Mason City www.andersonformalwear.com MacNider Art Museum Formalwear is our specialty. Detailed 641.421.3666 individualized service.

303 Second Street SE, Mason City barracks@macniderart.org WEDDING SITE AND RECEPTION Unforgettable weddings, distinguished PM Park receptions. An elegant setting to make lasting 15297 Rainy Drive South Shore, Clear Lake memories.

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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North Iowa All-Stars Basketball The North Iowa All-Stars took first place in basketball.

This is their second first place in three years.

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The North Iowa All-Stars went to Iowa City for the Special Olympics Mid Winter Tournament on March 13 and played two games.

They won 47-20 against Link Heat of Des Moines and went on to win the second game 28-24 over the Cedar Rapids Scorpions.

The MVP was Jon Blakely — he went 8 for 8 at the

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Josh Shankland, Jared GarThe players are Jeremy diner, David Lawse.

Beavers, Jeremy Korte, Jon The North Iowa All-Stars Blakely, Derrick Germandare coached by son, Troy Meinders, Scott Steve Beavers, Boyle, Matt Bengston, Willie Blakely, JD Kline, Jeremiah Freudenberg, and Brandon Chapin.

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