Mason City, Iowa ✦ Sunday, August 31, 2014
ANNIVERSARY WEDDING Suchy, Schroeder
Taylor, 60 years
Bethanne Suchy and Jace Schroeder were united in marriage on May 12, 2014, at an outdoor ceremony at Cherokee Mountains in Nantahala, N.C., by the bride’s uncle, Kevin McGraw.
MASON CITY — Donald Taylor and Betty (Tietz) Taylor of Mason City, Iowa, were married Sept. 5, 1954, at St Paul’s Evangelical Reform Church in Manly, Iowa.
ENGAGEMENT BIRTHDAY Marinos, Pitzer Alexandra Marinos and Chase Pitzer will be married Oct. 11, 2014, at Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Mason City, Iowa.
Happy 90th Birthday Dad and Gramps! Bud was born Sept 1, 1924, in Mason City. He will be celebrating with a family get-together. Cards and a reminiscing message can be sent to Bud at: 908 17th St. N.E., Mason City, IA 50401.
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BIRTHDAYS
Marinos, Pitzer
Hejna, Staley
Alexandra Marinos is the daughter of Jim and Jean Marinos, and the late Georgia Marinos. Alexandra graduated from Mason City High School in 2003. She attended CalArts in Los Angeles, graduating in 2007 with a BFA in Performing Arts. She is a freelance artist living in Los Angeles, California. Chase Pitzer is the son of Karen and John LaFee of Rochester, Minnesota and Kevin and Mary Pitzer of Boseman, Montana. Chase is a graduate of Mason City High School, class of 2001. He attended Minneapolis College of Art and Design, graduating with a BFA in Graphic Design. He is the Senior Designer for Blue Microphones in Thousand Oaks, California. The couple will be married on October 11, 2014, at Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Mason City, Iowa. They will be living in Los Angeles after the wedding.
MORGAN ELIZABETH HEJNA, of West Des Moines, is the daughter of Alan Hejna and Bill and Julie Cooney, of Clear Lake. She is the granddaughter of Jerry and Bonnie Bakken of Northwood, and Jerry and JoAnn Hejna of Ventura. Morgan is a 2009 graduate of Clear Lake High School, and a 2013 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in marketing. She is employed by Acute Care as a physician recruiter in Ankeny. RYNE ALLEN STALEY, of Webster City, is the son of Todd and Janet Staley, of Webster City. He is the grandson of Donald and Donna Williams of Williams, Iowa, and Jerry and Pamela Staley of Webster City. Ryne is a 2007 graduate of Webster City High School, and a 2012 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business/administration. He is employed by USMTS in Webster City. The couple will be married at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, at Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines.
THANK YOU Thank You “Thanks” to our family and friends who honored us on our “50th” anniversary with cards, gifts and especially your presence at the celebration; also to our kids for all the planning. The response was overwhelming and appreciated! “To God be the Glory for many Blessings.” Dave and Ramona Carlson
Thank You Thank you to my family and friends for the cards and phone calls I received for my 90th birthday. Ernie Hudson
THANK YOU Thank You The family of Allen Peterson would like to thank family and friends for cards, memorials, flowers and food brought in after Allen’s death. A special thank you to Pastor Kozisek for all the visits and wonderful service. Also, a special thank you to Brian and Dean Cataldo for their concern and help shown to our family at a difficult time.
Dean Miller, 83 MASON CITY — Dean Miller, of Mason City, will celebrate his 83rd birthday with a card shower. His actual birthday is Sept. 3, 1931.
Cards and greetings can be sent to Dean at: 16516 245th St., Mason City, IA 50401. He requests no gifts, please.
AWARD & ACHIEVEMENT Congratulations Nicole Meyer Congratulations Nicole on your graduation on May 18, 2014, and passing your Nursing Boards on July 12, 2014. We are so proud of you. Good Luck at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City. Love your family.
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WEDDING
ENGAGEMENT
ANNIVERSARY 50th Anniversary
O’Rourke, Humpal McKenzie O’Rourke, of Mason City, Iowa is Suchy, Schroeder the daughter of Mike and Jean O’Rourke of Forest NANTAHALA, N.C. — Bethanne Suchy and Jace City, Iowa. McKenzie is Schroeder were united in marriage on May 12, 2014, at employed at First Citizens an outdoor ceremony at Cherokee Mountains in NanNational Bank in Mason tahala, N.C., by the bride’s uncle, Kevin McGraw. Bethanne is the daughter of Mark and Ramona Suchy City, Iowa. Nickolas Humpal, of Cedar Falls. Jace’s parents are Dan and Carol Schroof Mason City, Iowa is eder of Greene. Maid of honor was Brittny Suchy. Best Man was Jus- the son of Reggie and Nancy Humpal of New tin Schroeder. The flower girl was Chloe Suchy. Hampton, Iowa. Nickolas Bethanne is employed by Kate’s on Main of Cedar is employed by the Iowa Falls, Iowa. Jace is employed by Schroeder Concrete of Greene, Iowa, and will be attending NIACC. The couple Department of Transportation in Mason City, Iowa. will reside in Greene, Iowa. The couple will be marFriends and family are invited to join the couple on ried at 4 p.m. Saturday, Saturday, September 6, 2014, from 6-9 p.m. at the Oct. 4, 2014, at the United Round Grove Golf and Country Club for an evening of refreshments, games and music by Bocephus Wayne in Methodist Church in Forest City, Iowa. celebration of their marriage.
BIRTHDAY MacKenzie Nolte, 14 MacKenzie Nolte turned 14 on Friday, Aug. 29. Love, — Your family
Carl Ades and Wilma (McCollough) Ades were married on August 29, 1964, at the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Webster City, Iowa. Their children are: Jerry (Sheila) Ades, Carter, Dylan, and Brock, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Beth (Mike) Hanson, TJ and Hannah, Lake Mills, Iowa, Mark (Molly) Ades, Belmond, Iowa, and the late Mike (Jami) Ades, Sydney, Sadhna, and Samara, Garner, Iowa. A family weekend is planned to celebrate the occasion. Greetings and cards may be sent to 1807 First Ave. North, Clear Lake, IA 50428.
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Peterson, 50 years MASON CITY — Jon R. Peterson and JoAnne V. (Seger) Peterson of Mason City, Iowa, were married June 20, 1964, at Sacred Heart Church in Livermore, Iowa. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner on Saturday, June 21, 2014, in
Rake, 50 years Mason City, Iowa. Cards and greetings can be sent to Jon and JoAnne at OSAGE — Marvin Rake and Pat (Heimer) Rake of 2535 15th St. N.W., Mason City, IA 50401. Osage, Iowa, were married July 9, 1964, at the Catholic The couple’s children and their spouses are Christine Church in St. Ansgar, Iowa. Peterson of Mason City; Julie (David) Burns, and grandThe couple’s children include Dennis Rake of Eagle children Joseph and Maya of Woodbury, Minnesota. Grove, Iowa. Tom and Denise (Rake) McCourt of Fayetteville, N.C., and Jim and Jen Rake of Vinton, Iowa. Their grandchildren are Gordon and Marissa McCourt and Josh and Jace Rake.
Hanson, 35 years FOREST CITY — Richard Hanson and Sandra Hanson of Forest City, Iowa, were married Sept. 1, 1979, in Crystal Lake, Iowa. The couple will celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary. The couple’s children are Kevin (Mary) Ganseveld, Forest City, John Ganseveld, Garner, Jodi (Dale) Degner, Dysart, Chad (Marcy) Hanson, Forest City, Tanya Drossler, Forest City. They have 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Cards can be sent to Richard and Sandra at 3355 Yale Ave., Forest City, IA 50436. The couple requests no gifts, please.
BIRTHDAY Juanita Stromer, 70 The family of Juanita Stromer would like to announce the 70th birthday of our mom, Juanita, on September 3. We are asking family, friends, and former students to send a greeting to her at the address below on or around her birthday. Thank you so much for helping make her birthday joyous and memorable. Juanita Stromer 135 W. 11th Street Garner, IA 50438
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Johnson, 65 years GARNER — Harlan and Audrey Johnson were married 65 years ago on Sept. 4, 1949. They have four children: Janet of Clear Lake; Nancy Stump of Lees Summit, Missouri; Scott (Susan),
ENGAGEMENTS
Erickson, Heuberger Thornton, Colorado, and David (deceased). They have five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchilLauren Erickson, of Sheffield, Iowa, is the daughdren. ter of Juli Stock. Lauren is employed by Cerro Gordo Cards may be sent to: 201 Fairway Circle, Garner, County in Mason City, Iowa. IA 50438. Joshua Heuberger, of Sheffield, Iowa, is the son of John and Sally Heuberger. Josh is employed by Cartersville Elevator, Cartersville, Iowa. The couple will be married September 6, 2014, in Sheffield, Iowa.
ENGAGEMENT
BIRTHDAY Bill Neeley, 90 ST. ANSGAR — A card shower is planned for Bill Neeley, of St. Ansgar, who will celebrate his 90th birthday, Thursday, Sept. 4. Cards and greetings can be sent to Bill at: 208 N. School St., St. Ansgar, IA 50472.
THANK YOU Thank You The family of Wilford Ebert would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to everyone who sent cards and flowers in remembrance of Wilford Ebert.
Lodin, Tulp Brooke Lodin, of Britt, Iowa, is the daughter of Tim and Colleen Lodin of Kanawha, Iowa. Brooke graduated from West Hancock High School and Iowa Central Community College with an Associate degree in Nursing. She is employed as the Director of Nursing at the Summit House Assisted Living in Britt, Iowa. Heath Tulp, of Britt, Iowa, is the son of Harlan and Karen Tulp of Belmond, Iowa. Heath graduated from BelmondKlemme High School and North Iowa Area Community College with a Degree in Automotive. He is employed as a Service Writer at Fred Hoiberg
Sieverding, Michels
Clarion Auto Center in Clarion, Iowa. The couple will be married on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, at the Kanawha Lutheran Church in Kanawha, Iowa.
Theresa Sieverding is the daughter of Barry and Rebecca Cox of Columbus Junction, Iowa. Theresa is a 2007 graduate of Columbus Junction High School. Theresa is employed by the University of Iowa Hospital as a nursing assistant. Brett Michels is the son of John and Ann Michels of Osage, Iowa. Brett is a 2005 graduate of Osage High School. Brett is employed by Louisa County as a deputy sheriff. The couple will be married on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014, at St. Mathias Catholic Church in Muscatine, Iowa.
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ANNIVERSARIES
Farghum, 30 years
Farghum, 40 years
Terry and Colleen Farghum of Katy, Texas, were married Sept. 1, 1984. Congratulations and love, Mom and Dad Matthew, Chris and Holly, Nic and Kayla, and Emma, Ava and Payton
Jim and Barb Farghum were married Sept. 7, 1974. Congratulations and love, Mom and Dad Matthew, Chris and Holly, Nic and Kayla, and Emma, Ava and Payton
Staudt, 60 years
Roth, 25 years
ROCKWELL — Donavon Earl Staudt and Rosemary Murphy of Rockwell, Iowa, were married Sept. 6, 1954, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, in Dougherty, Iowa. The couple will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with an open house following a private family dinner on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Pat’s Hall in Dougherty, Iowa. Cards can be sent to Donavon and Rosemary Staudt at 203 Oak St., Rockwell, IA 50469. The couple’s children and their spouses are Joe and Kim Staudt, Aredale, Iowa; Mary and Mike Olk, Clear Lake, Iowa; Tom and Lorrie Staudt, Dougherty,
MASON CITY — Douglas Roth and Teresa (Tesch) Roth of Mason City, were married Sept. 2, 1989, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Mason City. The couple will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2502 S. Jefferson Ave., Mason City. The couple requests no gifts, please. The couple’s children and their spouses are Matt and Alicia (Roth) Linderman, Webster City; Kaleb Roth (Sadie Yunek), Mason
Iowa; Paul and Jean Staudt, Dougherty, Iowa; and Theresa Staudt, Clear Lake, Iowa. They have 20 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Taylor, 60 years MASON CITY — Donald Taylor and Betty (Tietz) Taylor of Mason City, Iowa, were married Sept. 5, 1954, at St Paul’s Evangelical Reform Church in Manly, Iowa. The couple will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with a family dinner on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2014. The couple has requested no gifts please. Cards can be sent to Donald and Betty Taylor at Box 771, Mason City, IA 50402-0771. The couple’s children and their spouses are Gary Taylor, Forest City, IA; Jean (Dennis) Hughes, Lincoln, NE; Janet (Randy) Grey, Ventura, IA; Lee Taylor, Clear Lake, IA. They have seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
BIRTHDAY Arnie Schraan, 95
City, and Nicole Roth, Mason City. They have one granddaughter, Addisyn Linderman.
MASON CITY — Arnie Schraan of Mason City will celebrate his 95th birthday with a family dinner on Sept 6. He was born Sept 6, 1919, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Cards can be sent to Arnie at 843 7th St. S.E., Mason City, IA 50401. He requests no gifts, please.
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Prayer to the Blessed Virgin
Thank You
(Never Known to Fail) Oh, Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh Star of the Son, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (three times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days. You must publish it and it will be granted to you.
My grateful thanks for all the many ways I was remembered on my 90th birthday. I will long remember your kind words and messages. God bless you. Betty LaCoste Schwarck
THANK YOU Thank You Thank you to all my family and friends for all the wonderful birthday wishes and to all who came to my open house, it was awesome! A special thank you to my kids and grandkids for making it a day to remember. You are the best, love you all. Darrel Walker
Thank You We would like to say a big “Thank You” to all who sent cards, for flowers, for gifts, and most of all greetings of congratulations for our 60th wedding anniversary. It was overwhelming and a very warm feeling — Thank you so much! Larry and Cathy Phearman
Thank You Thank you to all who attended my 80th birthday party and to those who sent cards, for the gifts and flowers. A
Party & Event Planning
THANK YOU
PRAYER
Thank You Thank you for all the cards, phone calls, e-mails and Facebook greetings received on my recent birthday. A big thank you to my family for the party at the lake and for the flowers and gifts. I love you all. Sharon Kruckenberg
Thank You I wish to thank you for making my day so special. A special thank you to those who went with us on the Lady of the Lake. Also, thanks to all of you who sent cards. You all made my birthday very special. Jean Crowell
special thanks to my family for all their work in putting on a great party. It was an enjoyable, memorable day! Dick Rasmuson
BRIDAL SHOPS
PRINTING
The Bridal Theatre
PostNet
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Formalities
641.423-6124 21 2nd St NE, Mason City formalitiesbridalwear.com formalitiesbridalwear@yahoo.com Formalities carries bridal gowns, bridesmaids, flower girl, mothers gowns, and prom dresses. Formalities is now offering tuxedo rentals!
Bliss Bridal and Formalwear
641.201.1032 2810 South Federal Ave., Mason City Open 7 days a week for your convenience www.blissformalwear.com “Find your bliss at North Iowa’s largest bridal and formalwear superstore! We’ve stocked our boutique with hundreds of exclusive gowns in sizes 0-32, from designers all over the world. We have styles for every member of your partyfrom casual to elegant-backyard to beach! We also have all of the latest styles of tuxedos on display so that we can coordinate your color palette perfectly. We do request appointments for bridal consultations so that we can spend quality time assisting you in the search for your dream gown.
CATERING/SPECIALTY FOODS Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill
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641-357-2111 107 N. 4th Street, Clear Lake
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1519 4th Street SW, Mason City 641.423.4000 Catering for all occasions including weddings, birthdays, retirements, holiday gatherings, reunions and anniversaries. Also available for business meetings. Call for our catering menu.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography by Darren
Darren Poole Photographer/Owner 716 N 10th St., Clear Lake, Iowa 50428 Phone: 641-231-1109 E-mail: Darren@pbdnow.com Website: www.pbdnow.com Weddings-Seniors-Family-Children-Commercial
641.423.1980 451 Indian Head Dr., Mason City Between Wal-Mart & Kohl’s www.postnet.com/ia103 Featuring the finest in personalized wedding and social stationery Whether it’s an invitation for a wedding, an anniversary or graduation, depend on Post Net to deliver the perfect message.
Community Quick Print
19 - 8th Street SE, Mason City 641.424.4342 www.communityqp.com For all your wedding print needs: Invites, save the dates, programs, thank you’s, posters, personalized give-a-ways & more.
ControlPrint Creative
524 North Federal, Mason City 641.210.400 Full-service printing for all occasions (invitations, programs, thank you notes, etc.) Also imprinted giveaways including printed apparel.
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.
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. If you are thinking about booking for 2014, give us a call our dates are filling up fast!
Central Gardens
800 2nd Avenue North, Clear Lake www.central-gardens.org Events Coordinator: tcarman@mediacombb.net or 641-231-1153 Schedule your most memorable event amidst picturesque gardens at Central Gardens. Accommodating any size weddings, business or family gatherings, class reunions and receptions (graduations, anniversary, etc.) Contact Terry today to reserve your date. Contact Whitney Tait at the Globe Gazette to inquire about getting your business added to the Celebrations Party and Event Planning Guide. 641.421.0571 or whitney.tait@globegazette.com
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”Hey Dad and Gramps You Still Got It”! Your golf game score is less than your age and you never cease to amaze us with your ability to still do everything you did years ago. You are the kindest and most caring person ever. The City of Mason City was so lucky to have your expertise for 40 years in the engineering department and we have been the luckiest to
have you our whole lives. Because of you, we became who we are. Love you forever and always — Your “Kids”. Please help Bud celebrate this tremendous milestone with a card and note mentioning a special time you can share about his life. His address is 908 17th St. N.E., Mason City, IA 50401. Bud was born Sept 1, 1924, in Mason City and has lived here his whole life except for times he was serving his country.
Betty Anderson, 90 Betty Anderson of Britt, Iowa, will be honored with a card shower in celebration of her 90th birthday, Sept 16, 2014. Cards and greetings may be sent to Betty at: 266 1st Street N.W., Britt, IA 50423.
BIRTH
AWARD & ACHIEVEMENT Congratulations
Lincoln Garl
Rachel Bash, daughter of Ken and Sheila Bash of Mason City, received her Ph.D. at the University of Oregon following the defense of her doctoral dissertation on August 13, 2014. Rachel is a 1998 graduate of Newman High School, received her BA from Creighton in 2002 and her MA from the University of Oregon in 2006. She will be teaching at the University of Oregon during the 20142015 school year. Congratulations, Dr. Bash
NORA SPRINGS — Brian and Krystal Garl, of Nora Springs, Iowa, are the parents of a son, Lincoln Jace Garl, born at 5 p.m. July 5, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City. He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and was 20.75 inches long. Lincoln is welcomed home by big brother, Lucas Garl. Grandparents are Jerry and Judy Garl, of Nora Springs, and Bill and Vickie Norby, of Rudd; great-grandmother is June Leaman, also of Rudd.