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Engaged Rebecca Konitzer and Scott Tanner will be married at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2012, at The Manor House in Littleton, Colo.

Brittney Lynn Shirk and Bryan Michael Asby wish to announce their upcoming marriage. The wedding will be at 4 p.m. June 30, 2012, at the First Presbyterian Church in Mason City

Engaged

Engaged Britney Kurtzleben and Adam Haugen will be married at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest City, Iowa.

Elizabeth Ptacek and Nicholas Kofron will be married on Friday, June 15, 2012, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City, Iowa.

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Mark Bull, of Mason City, will be retiring after 39 years of working for the City of Mason City, in the Sanitation Department. Mark’s last day will be May 31!

Love You! — Karen, Brad, Beth, Matt, Olivia and Braylan

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Wisman, Davis MASON CITY — Linda Davis and Ted Wisman were united in marriage on Nov. 12, 2011, by Pastor Diana Hoover in the cabin Ted built. They were blessed with the presence of many family members. Ted is retired from Alliant Energy and Linda is retired from NIVC. The couple honeymooned in Los Cabos, Mexico, in January. They reside in Mason City.

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ENGAGED Platts, Calhoun

Shirk, Asby Brittney Lynn Shirk of Mason City, Iowa, and Bryan Michael Asby of Eagle, Wis., wish to announce their upcoming marriage. Brittney is the daughter of Dr. Greg and Lisa Shirk, Mason City, Iowa, and Tracy Shirk, Omaha, Neb. She is currently a student at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. She will do her preceptorship in Des Moines this fall and winter and she will graduate with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree in March 2013. Bryan is the son of Michael and Elaine (Corky) Van Den Broeke, Mattoon Asby of Eagle, Wis. He is currently a student at SARAH VAN DEN BROEKE, of Runnells, Iowa, is the Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. daughter of Dick and Tyna Van Den Broeke. Sarah is He will do his preceptorcurrently employed at Wells Fargo in Human Resources. ship in Des Moines this KRISTOPHER MATTOON, of Britt, Iowa, is the son summer and fall and he of Bill and Diane Mattoon. Kristopher is employed by will graduate with a DocAIB College of Business in Marketing. tor of Chiropractic The couple graduated from AIB College of Business degree in October 2012. with degrees in Business Administration. The couple plan on The couple will be married on August 18, 2012 in Des opening a Chiropractic Moines, IA. Clinic in South Carolina after they graduate. The wedding will be at 4 p.m. June 30, 2012, at the First Presbyterian Church in Mason City with the Thank You Rev. Paul Collier officiatThank you to everyone for all the cards, gifts, phone ing. A reception will be calls and the surprise luncheon that was planned for me. held at the Knights of God Bless all of you. Columbus after the cere— Marolyn Brodersen mony.

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LAURA PLATTS, of Coralville, Iowa, is the daughter of Michael and Kathy Platts of Mason City, Iowa. Laura graduated from Mason City High School and from the University of Iowa with a BA in speech and hearing sciences. She is employed by University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa. CYLE CALHOUN, of Coralville, Iowa, is the son of Lisa Rosendahl of Mason City, Iowa. Cyle graduated from MCHS, and is employed by Walmart in Coralville, Iowa. The couple will be mar-

ried at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 23, 2012, at First Baptist Church in Mason City, Iowa.

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NEW ARRIVALS

CONGRATULATIONS

Lucas Michael Graf

Bullen, Grayson

MASON CITY — Mike and Kira Graf, of Mason City, are the parents of a son, Lucas Michael Graf, born at 2:41 p.m. Oct. 28, 2011, at Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa, Mason City. He weighed 8 pounds and was 21½ inches long. Lucas is welcomed by big sister Olivia. Grandparents are Jim and Vicky Graf, of Mason City, and Stacy and Kelly Putney, of Indianola.

Even though you’re Dr. Lage now, you’ll always be The Butler to us!

Love, — Grandma’s Chiefs

MEMORIAL

MaKenzee Quinn Bambrick AUSTIN, Minn. — Mike and Kristen Bambrick, of Austin Minn., are the parents of a daughter MaKenzee Quinn Bambrick, born March 12, 2012, at Mayo Health Systems, Austin, Minn. She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19 inches long. MaKenzee Quinn is welcomed by a brother, Calvin. Grandparents are O’Brien and Donna Tyrrell, Northwood, and

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Mike Bambrick and Jeannie Bambrick, Austin, Minn. Great-grandparents are Ray and Billie Goodew, of Austin, Minn.

6/2/86 — 4/11/08 We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. Your memory is a keepsake, with which we’ll never part. God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts.

Remembering you always with love…

TIFFANY BULLEN, of Cedar Falls, Iowa, is the daughter of Pamela Bullen, of Escanaba, Mich. Tiffany graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a Master’s degree in English in 2012. NICHOLAS GRAYSON, of Mason City, Iowa, is the son of Rob and Colleen Grayson of Mason City, Iowa. Nicholas graduated from the University of Northern Iowa, and is Lead System Administrator at T8 Webware in Cedar Falls, Iowa. The couple will be married at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 9, 2012, at The Commons Ballroom at UNI in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

THANK YOU Thank You The Don Buffington family expresses their thanks for all the prayers, visits, food, cards, and care from Good Sam staff and Michelle Kingland. Thank you Pastor Swanberg and the United Methodist Church Ladies for lunch. — Kent Buffington family Kathy Carlson family Bob Buffington family Bruce Buffington family

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations! Paul Haugen graduated May 12, 2012, from the University of Iowa College of Engineering with a B.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering, also a minor in Math and Computer Science. He will be working for John Deere in Des Moines this summer.

ENGAGED Reilly, Pyle MARISSA REILLY, of Marshalltown, Iowa, is the daughter of Marcia Reilly and the late Dennis Reilly of Marshalltown, Iowa. Marissa is a 2009 graduate of Iowa State University with Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Biology. She will be entering medical school at Kansas City University Medical and Bio Sciences in the fall of 2012. CAMERON PYLE, of Mason City, Iowa, is the son of Larry and Brenda Pyle of Mason City, Iowa. Cameron is a veteran of the United States Air Force, a 2011 graduate of DMACC, attended Iowa State University, and will be enter-

ENGAGED

MARRIED

Nitchals, Dirksen

Elster, Dunlay

SARAH NITCHALS, of Mason City, Iowa, is the daughter of Dan and Marlene Nitchals of Mason City, Iowa. Sarah is a 2005 graduate of Mason City High School, and a 2009 graduate from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel Restaurant and Institution Management. She is employed at the Rehabilitation Center of Hampton, Iowa, as an Environmental Supervisor. JERRAD DIRKSEN, of Alexander, Iowa, is the son of Bruce and Melissa Dirksen of Elkhorn, Neb., and Deb and Mark Brandon of Colorado Springs, Colo. Jerrad is a 2003 graduate of Elkhorn High School and a 2007 graduate of DMACC with an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration. He is employed with Wagner Farms in Hampton, Iowa. The couple will be married at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at the Saint Paul Lutheran Church in Latimer, Iowa.

CEDAR FALLS — Courtney Dunlay and Zachary Elster were united in marriage on Aug. 12, 2011, at Prairie Lakes Church in Cedar Falls, Iowa, by Rev. Jesse Tink. Courtney is the daughter of Dr. Patrick and Mrs. Tiffany Dunlay of Mason City, Iowa. Zachary is the son of Mr. Keith Elster and Ms. Lynn Brown of Waterloo, Iowa. Maids of honor were Alexandra Dunlay and Lauren Dunlay. Courtney’s other attendants were Brittany Pierpoint and Coco Boothby. Best man was Danny Priest. Zachary’s other attendants were John Day, Derek Darby and Jeremy Cue. Ushers were Michael Dunlay and Andrew Dunlay. Courtney graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 2011 with a BA in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education. Courtney is a substitute teacher in Cedar Falls and Waterloo, Iowa. Zachary graduated from UNI in 2010 with a BA in Business/Marketing/Advertising. He is employed by Prairie Lakes Church of Waterloo, Iowa. The couple honeymooned in Sanibel Island, Fla. They will reside in Waterloo, Iowa.

THANK YOU Thank You Thank you to all who sent cards, called or extended greetings in person for my 80th birthday. A special thanks to my family, who came from near and far to celebrate my day. ing Park University in the It was truly a memorable event for me. fall of 2012 working toward — Al J. Hegenbarth a degree in accounting. The couple will be mar- Thank You ried at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Thanks to all who remembered me with cards, phone June 23, 2012, at St. Henry calls, and in person on my 80th birthday. A special thank Church in Marshalltown, you to my children for the enjoyable family dinner. Iowa. — Ron Grein

THANK YOU Thank You My life is not measured by the number of breaths I take, but by the moments that take my breath away. Believe me! I was breathless most of the night. THANK YOU to everyone who made Celebrating 60, the time of my life. I am, who I am, because you have touched my life. — Lois Awe

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ENGAGED

Klang, Bernhardt

Konitzer, Tanner

Kosmicki, Braden

REBECCA KONITZER, of Denver, Colo., is the daughter of Stephen and Laura Konitzer, of Castro Valley, Calif. Rebecca is a 1999 graduate of Amador Valley High School, a 2005 graduate of California State University, Long Beach, and a 2007 graduate of California State University East Bay where she earned her Master’s Degree. She is employed by Asbury Elementary School in Denver, Colo. SCOTT TANNER, of Denver, Colo., is the son of Kathie and the late Randall Kopps of Mason City, Iowa. Scott is a 1996 graduate of Mason City High School and a 1999 graduate of North Iowa Area Community College. He is employed by Wells Fargo Bank in Denver, Colo. The couple will be married at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2012, at The Manor House in Littleton, Colo.

Carrie Kosmicki and Jeremy Braden are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Carrie is the daughter of Richard and Marlene Kosmicki of St. Paul, Neb. She is a 1998 graduate of St. Paul High School, St. Paul, Neb., and a 2002 graduate of the College of St. Mary in Omaha, Neb., and graduated in 2010 with her MA in Elementary Education with a Literacy focus from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. She is currently employed as a kindergarten teacher in the Omaha Public School system. Jeremy is the son of John and Karen Braden of Mason City, Iowa. Jeremy is a 1998 graduate of Newman Catholic High School, Mason City, Iowa, and a 2002 graduate of Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science in History and graduated in 2010 from the University of South Dakota with an MA in PK-12 Educational Administration. Jeremy is currently employed as the Middle School principal and Athletic Director at West Monona Community School District in Onawa, Iowa. The couple will be married on June 16, 2012, at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in St. Paul, Neb.

THANK YOU Thank You Thanks to everyone who attended my 90th birthday celebration and making it a special day. Thanks for the cards, gifts and flowers. A special thanks to my children and their families, my wife and my brothers and their families for bringing it all together! What a great day! — Dale Hildebrand

Thank You A heartfelt thank you to all who sent cards, memorials and to many others for their expressions of sympathy following the death of Miriam. Your prayers and support are greatly appreciated. — Stanley Peter and family

EMILY KLANG, of Clarion, Iowa, is the daughter of Jeanine and Tim Klang of Clear Lake, Iowa. Emily graduated from Clear Lake High School and Northwestern College, St. Paul, Minn. She is employed by Wright Medical Center in Clarion, Iowa. MARK BERNHARDT, of Clarion, Iowa, is the son of Mari and Ken Bernhardt of Clarion, Iowa. Mark graduated from Clarion High School and Iowa Central Community College, and is employed by Hagie in Clarion, Iowa. The couple will be married at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 9, 2012, at First United Methodist Church in Clarion, Iowa.

THANK YOU Cyclists Thank MCPD

Thank you to Chief Mike Lashbrook and Officer Terrance Prohaska, as well as other officers in patrol cars, who helped with the Ride of Silence on May 16, 2012. It was a successful event to honor and Thank You The family of Patti Olson would like to thank every- remember cyclists killed one for their prayers, phone calls, visits and cards that or injured on public roadways, as well as to raise were received during Patti’s illness. A special thank you to all the staff at Mercy Hospital, the Cancer Cen- motorists’ and cyclists’ awareness of bike safety. ter, the Wound Center, and Hospice of North Iowa. Everyone was very helpful and caring during this diffi- Also, thank you for leading the Bicycle Safety Course cult time. — Tim Wilmarth and the Olson Family on May 12.

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ENGAGED

Mulder, Fairbanks Jennifer Mulder and Jared Fairbanks are engaged to be married Aug. 11, 2012, at Emden Christian Reformed Church in Renville. Kurtzleben, Haugen Ptacek, Kofron Jennifer is the daughter of Kevin and Michelle Mulder BRITNEY KURTZLEBEN, of Forest City, Iowa, is the ELIZABETH PTACEK, of Montezuma, Iowa, is the of Renville. She is a 2005 graduate of Central Minnesota daughter of Bryon and Cheryl Kurtzleben, and Kathy daughter of Rick and Lynn Ptacek of Mason City, Iowa. Christian School in Prinsburg and a 2008 graduate of Kurtzleben, all of Forest City, Iowa. Britney received her Elizabeth is employed by The Children’s Place in Concordia College in Moorhead with a bachelor’s degree LPN from North Iowa Area Community College in 2010 Williamsburg, Iowa. in biology. She is in her fourth year at the Illinois College and will graduate with her RN in December. She is NICHOLAS KOFRON, of Montezuma, Iowa, is the of Optometry in Chicago. employed as a nurse at the I.O.O.F. Home in Mason City, son of Daniel and Sherry Kiskunas of Waterloo, Iowa, Jared is the son of Brad and Pat Fairbanks of Clear Iowa. and Edward and Pamela Kofron of Cascade, Iowa. Lake, Iowa. He is a 2005 graduate of Clear Lake High ADAM HAUGEN, of Forest City, Iowa, is the son of Nicholas is employed by Manatts Construction Compa- School in Clear Lake, Iowa, and a 2009 graduate of Mark and Sandy Haugen of Forest City, Iowa. Adam ny in Brooklyn, Iowa. Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, with a bachelor’s graduated from NIACC in 2010 with his Automotive The couple will be married on Friday, June 15, 2012, at degree in biology. He is in his fourth year at the Illinois Degree. He is currently employed as a Technician at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City, Iowa. College of Optometry in Chicago. Fleet Farm Auto Center in Mason City, Iowa. The couple will be married at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest City, Iowa.

THANK YOU

Prayer to the Blessed Virgin

(Never Known to Fail) Oh, Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Thank You Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of A special thank you to my family, neighbors and Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son friends, and to the party and cake committee for your of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist part in making my birthday celebration on my 100th me in my necessity. birthday a special occasion at Mason City Senior Center Oh Star of the Son, help me and on May 10. Thank You! show me herein you are my Mother. Sincerely, Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, — Dorothy Mikovec Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the botThank You tom of my heart to succor me in my A special thank you to everyone who sent well wishes necessity (make your request.) to us on our 40th anniversary. We were overwhelmed by There are none that can withstand all the cards we received. your power. Thanks again. We really appreciate it. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, — Russ and Diane Steenblock

pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Say this prayer for three consecutive days. You must publish this and it will be granted to you. — S.D.

Prayer to the Blessed Virgin (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. — J.B.

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CONGRATULATIONS Blanchard receives Eagle Scout Award

On his way to becoming an Eagle Scout Chadd earned the rank of First Class within his first year. Chadd’s Life project was the total reorganization and building of two wooden handled carriers to house all the Troops Merit Badge Books. Chadd is a Brotherhood member of the Sac-N-Fox Lodge 108, Order of the Arrow; Scouting’s National Honor Society. Over the past seven years Chadd has enjoyed many activities, adventures and campouts. Chadd has earned a total of 48 Merit Badges and is working on his Eagle Palms. Chadd has completed 76 nights of camping, earning him the National Badge for Camping, with on Gold Device also earned. Chadd has also earned and received his Red Flannel Camper Badge, His God and Family Award and his Zero Hero Camping Badge for cold weather camping. While getting his Zero Hero, temperatures reached -28 degree while sleeping outdoors for twenty four hours. Chadd has completed 3 years of Snowy Owl and 3 years of Klondike Derby, serving as staff on both in 2012. In 2010 Chadd attended the National Scout Jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill, VA. In 2011 Chadd attended the Northern Tier cold weather camping called Okpik and later that year attended a Youth Leader Training Conference in the Big Horn Mountains of Wyoming, called Eagle Claw, where he earned his Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics Trainer Badge. In 2012 Chadd will be attending the National Sea Base in the Florida Keys. Chadd will be returning to the Big Horns for another Eagle Claw, and in 2013 Chadd will be attending the National Scout Jamboree at the 1st ever Bechtel Summit in West Virginia. Chadd’s Eagle project was completed in October of 2011. Chadd completely re-built the Playground at his Church, the Rockwell United Methodist Church in RockROCKWELL – Chadd Michael Blanchard, a member well. Chadd also added new landscape timber and new of Mason City Boy Scout Troop 401, Winnebago Council woodchips and two new sitting benches; one for small 173, earned the rank of Eagle Scout on December 13th, kids and one bench for adults. 2011. This is the highest rank attainable in the Boy Scouts Chadd is 14 years old and will complete his 8th grade of America. year this May, 2012. Chadd is the son of Brent and A ceremony in honor of Chadd’s achievement was held Theresa Blanchard of Rockwell, Iowa. Grandson of Jim on Sunday, April 15th, 2012. Many friends and family and Kathy Blanchard of Rockport, Texas and Grandson attended to congratulate Chadd on his accomplishment. of Bruce and Jerriann Ries of Rockwell, Iowa, and GrandChadd began Cub Scouting with Pack 24 of Sheffield son of Noma Chadd of Callaway, Nebraska. Iowa in 2005; earned his Arrow of Light in 2009, Cub The title of “Eagle Scout” is held for Life, thus giving Scouts highest earnable rank. Chadd transferred to Boy rise to the phrase, “Once an Eagle, always an Eagle”. But Scout Troop 1401 in 2011; where he earned his Eagle not without a special thanks to my Parents, Ed DePaepe, Rank. Chadd is currently serving as a Junior Assistant and Chuck Hogg. None of this would be possible without Scoutmaster for his Troop. all of their help. “Thank You” May the journed continue

Caleb Simon

Mason City High School Congratulations! We are so proud of you and all you’ve accomplished. Good Luck at Iowa. You’ll do great!

Love you, Mom, Dad, and Chelsea

Evan Stalker

Mason City High School Congratulations! We are so proud of you. We wish you a successful future and nothing but happiness.

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Mason City High School Congratulations, Kristin we are very proud of you.

Love, Mom, Dad & Jason.

Zach Weitzel Mason City High School Congratulations! We are very proud of you. Good Luck-we know you’ll go far.

Love, Mom, Dad, Blake & Brandon

Hunter Lauritsen Central Springs Congratulations Hunter Lauritsen for a 30 on your ACT, graduating from Central Springs High and earning earni an Associates of Arts Ar from NIACC Love, Your Proud Family.

Bailey O’Brien Mason City High School Congratulations! We are so proud of you! Best Wishes

Grandma and Grandpa

Zachary Lensing Mason City High School Congratulations! We are so proud of you

Love, Mom, Dad & Anna

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Ashley Nicole Tagesen

Mason City High School Congratulations, you did very well! Good Luck at Iowa State University

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Brittany Weaver Iowa State University Congratulations on your Ag Business degree from ISU. Good luck with Monsanto/Channel Bio! We are so proud of you!

Love, Mom, Dad, Kelli & Rachel

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BIRTHDAYS Look Who’s Celebrating their 20th Anniversary of their 30th Birthday on May 28!!

Tyler Stadtlander , 16

Wish Weasel a happy 60th

TITONKA — A card shower is planned for William Everding, of Titonka, who will celebrate his 90th birthday, May 30. He was born May 30, 1922 Greetings may be sent to him at: 014 Second Ave. S.E., Titonka, IA 50480.

ENGAGED Fender, Loux

Happy 50th Birthday Laura Rinnels

Love always, — Your family

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Hope you enjoy your special day!

Love, — your family

Love, — Mom, Dad, Alex and Sonic

ENGAGED

William Everding, 90

BRITTANY FENDER, of Clarion, Iowa, is the daughter of Rob Fender and Pat Fender of Clarion, Iowa. Brittany graduated from Clarion-Goldfield High School in 2008, and is employed by Heart of Wright Care Center in Clarion, Iowa. MATT LOUX, of Rowan, Iowa, is the son of Merlin and Jaclyn Loux of Dows, Iowa. Matt graduated from BelmondKlemme High School in 2003, and is employed by Pfizer in Eagle Grove, Iowa. The couple will be mar-

Happy 16th Birthday, Tyler on May 28!

Grant, Hitzhusen MEGAN GRANT of Thornton, Iowa, is the daughter of Troy and Jody Grant of Thornton. Megan is a 2008 graduate of SCMT and a 2012 graduate of Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology and Health. JOSHUA HITZHUSEN of Cartersville, Iowa, is the son of Richard and Sandra Hitzhusen of Cartersville. Joshua is a 2008 graduate of Rockwell-Swaledale High School and a 2012 graduate of Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Studies.

The couple will be married on Saturday, June 2, 2012, at the Rockwell Methodist Church.

E-mail news update ried at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2012, at Church of Christ in Clarion, Iowa.

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ANNIVERSARY

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

40th wedding anniversary

ISU top two percent

AMES — Iowa State University announces students who rank in the top 2 percent at the university. Students who rank in the top 2 percent in two colleges are indicated with an asterisk. College of Business ALGONA — Jeffrey Burtnett, Michael McMahon. Buck, Bloomington, Minn., CLARION — Andrew Jennifer Buck, Orlando, Young. Fla., Chad (Laura) Hanson, CLEAR LAKE — Julie Alexandria, Va. Haugen ROCKFORD — Jamison Arends. College of Agriculture and Life Sciences CLEAR LAKE — Eric Kisley, Pint Hansen. VAL KISLEY, of West MASON CITY — BenDes Moines, Iowa, is the jamin Janson. daughter of Ray and Linda OSAGE — Shawn BishKisley of Osage, Iowa. Val op. graduated from Colorado College of Liberal Arts Technical University with and Sciences a Master of Science in ALGONA — Amanda Management, and is Bottjen. employed by Pioneer BRITT — *Amanda Hibred in Johnston, Iowa. Thill. RYAN PINT, of Osage, by Newlink Genetics in MASON CITY — Iowa, is the son of Ron and Ames, Iowa. Amanda Bernemann, Connie Pint of Osage, The couple will be mar- Jonathan Chapman. Iowa. Ryan graduated from ried at 2 p.m. on Saturday, College of Engineering the University of Northern June 23, 2012, at Sacred CLEAR LAKE — Iowa with a Bachelor’s in Heart Catholic Church in Andrew Hansen, Brady Biology, and is employed Osage, Iowa. Horner. George and LaVon Lindflott were married June 2, 1972, in the United Methodist Church, Sioux Falls, S.D. They will celebrate this special day with their family — Tom (Judy) Buck, Rock Island, Ill., Ron (Ardonna) Buck, Rio Verde, Ariz., Larry (Honey) Buck, Bloomington, Minn., Mark Lindflott, Polk City, Iowa. Their four grandchildren are Lindsay Buck, Minneapolis, Minn., Steve

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CORWITH — Daniel Anderson. GARNER — Matthew Kenney MASON CITY — Chloe Dedic. College of Human Sci ences ALGONA — Maria Kohlhaas. BRITT — Amanda Thill CLARION — Cara Odland. CLEAR LAKE — Eric Asbe. NORTHWOOD — Carolyn Stoneking. OSAGE — Mallory Nicholson.

Collegiate Scholar

Univ. of Central Missouri Dean’s List

MASON CITY — Jennifer Kay Frank, of Mason City, accepted membership in The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). NSCS is a symbol of academic achievement and gives students access to benefits such as career and networking resources, scholarships, travel, and service projects, both on campus and in the community. NSCS is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies and is the nation’s only interdisciplinary honors organization for first- and secondyear college students, according to a news release. Membership is by invitation only, based on grade point average and class standing.

WARRENSBURG, Mo. — Kiersten Orton, of Mason City, was named to the 2012 spring semester Dean’s List at the University of Central Missouri. Orton received a 4.0 grade point average.

Simpson College graduate INDIANOLA — Hannah Landgraf, of Mason City, graduated from Simpson College, April 28, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and religion.

THANK YOU

Jennifer Frank

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.

I want to thank my family and everyone that sent cards, made telephone calls, gave flowers or just saw my Minnesota State picture and said “Happy Birthday.” What a special birthday this was! I was told that 80 now is the new 60, University graduates but some days I’m not sure. Again thank you all for MANKATO, Minn. — making it a very special and meaningful day. Minnesota State Universi— Mary Best ty, Mankato, had more than 1,500 students grad-

Thank You

To the Mason City Wa-tan-ye Club and the Association of Wa-tan-Ye Clubs, I want to say “Thank You” for the recognitions that I received in celebrating 50 years of membership in the Mason City Club. Thank you also for the notes and telephone calls I received. I appreciate each one. — Selina Gossweiler

uate during spring/summer commencement exercises, May 5. North Iowa graduates include: GREENE — Lacey Ritter, Master of Arts, sociology: general. LAKOTA — Matthew Kahler, Bachelor of Science, law enforcement. MASON CITY — Lindsay Odegaard, Bachelor of Arts, theatre arts, graduated magna cum laude (grade point average of 3.5); Tina Reid, Bachelor of Science, nursing. NORTHWOOD — Katie Hulshizer, Bachelor of Science, nursing; April Stayner, Bachelor of Science, mathematics teaching.

Buena Vista students honored STORM LAKE — Buena Vista University honored over 200 students for outstanding accomplishments in academics and leadership, at the annual student recognition dinner, April 28. Natalie Bellairs, of Osage, a freshman biology major, was named a Global Fellow. This competitive academic program provides students with a global perspective of human environmental impact and creative methods at the forefront of sustainable develpment. Molly Urness, of Clarion, a junior biology major received the Wesselink Scholarship. This honor recognizes a junior student for his/her contribution to campus life.

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Going Away Party!

2012 ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★ ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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1922 - 2010

Gone but not forgotten. You will always be in our hearts. We miss your smile & hugs. Bonnie, Pat, Gene, Laurie and Grandkids.

Oscar Hjelle 1933 - 2011

Forever missed Forever loved. Your Family, Joanne, Mike, Jackie, Pete, Ranae, Cindy, Jim, grandkids & great grandkids.

SPC Dustin Colby 1983 - 2004

Daddy, I love & miss you with all my heart. I will see you someday. Love, Cayla We miss & love you too! Your Family.

Dorothy Carpenter 1938 - 2009

Remembering you is easy, we do it everyday, but there’s an ache within our hearts that will never go away. The Gang!

Jesse Richardson 1994 - 2012

You will be greatly missed. Not only by your family but by all the lives you have touched. We love you, Mom, Dad, and Olivia. ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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1988 - 2007

An accident took you away from us. Life was a blessing with you by our side. Please visit http://Bob-Strand.virtualmemorials.com ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

Chan Ward 1929 - 2011

A heart of gold stopped beating Two shining eyes at rest God broke our hearts to prove He only takes the best. Forever Missed. ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

Duane “Snorkie” Mullenbach

1940 - 2010

Almost two years, and oh how we miss you!! Miss your sense of humor and how you showed pride and love for us. Love, your family. ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

Sandy Hawkins 1942 - 2006 Not a day goes by that you are not thought of or missed! Till we meet again... Love Always, Your Family ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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A memory lasts a lifetime. You are in our thoughts everyday. Love from your family.

Bob Strand

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Gene Lubbert

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1925 - 2012 My wife & best friend of 66 years. You are truly missed! My heart bleeds from missing you!

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1924 - 2011 Missed and love by 12 great grandchildren, 7 granddaughters, 4 children and everyone who knew him.

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1970 - 1986 Yes, Mommy loves me. Yes, Daddy loves me. Yes, my sisters love me. And I Love them so.

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Love and miss you. Lisa, Traci, Dean & Darrion Lionel Foster Jr.

Terry Joe Knutson

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Bonnie is 72 on May 31 — Say Hi!!

1947 - 2009

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Happy Birthday!

1934 - 2011 Till you hold my hand again - Helga

Thomas Patrick McCloskey Sr.

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BIRTHDAY

Dick Savoy

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Carly and Chad Gerbig are permanently relocating to Alexandria, Va., this June. Carly will be interning with the State Department this summer, and then attending graduate school in D.C. Chad will be working full time in the D.C. area. The couple currently resides in Des Moines, but would like to say goodbye to their friends and family before they relocate. Frances and Marvin Kirschner would like to invite those who wish to see Chad and Carly before they leave, to an open house in their honor from 1:30 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 10, at 1002 Fair Meadow Drive, Mason City.

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Your memory is our keepsake, with which we’ll never part. God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts. Love, Johnny & family

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1925 - 2006

A big “Thank You” to a special Veteran, Dad and Husband. We al miss you and admire the unique person you were. Your Loving Family!

Donald Keith Peckham Jr. 1957 - 2001

You made a difference in our lives. We miss you and love you. Mom, Dad, Darell, Tyies, Linda, Vickie & Ted.

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Spc. Joshua L. Knowles 1980 - 2004

Miss you and love you so much! Mom, Dad, Breanna, Rob, Harper, Michelle and Matt ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

Ian Decker 1988-2012

Love you and miss you more than words can describe. Rest easy. Love, Vicky and Cecilia

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Love, Mom & Brian

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Congratulations Ashley! Not only did you graduate from UNI and get your BA, you did it with Honors. Great Job! Good luck getting your Masters in Social Work at Denver University. We are extremely proud of you.

Duane G. DeVary

“Too Precious For Earth” Your so dearly missed our sweet Angel. You touch so many in your short time with us. Love, Daddy, Mommy, Collin

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Universityy of Northern Iowa

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Abbigale Faith Marciniak

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Love, Mom, Dad and Alex

If Roses Grow in Heaven, If roses grow in Heaven Lord Please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my Mother’s arms and tell her they’re from me. Tell her I love her and miss her, and when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy, I do it everyday, But there is an ache within my heart That will never go away. Marvin, Doyce, Sandy, Karen & Linda

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You’ve never ceased to amaze us and we’re sure you’ll continue to do so! Good Luck at Coe and beyond!

In Memory of Ardie Michelson 1920-2011

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS awards (250-499 lifetime service hours), and Gold awards (500 plus hours). MASON CITY — Volunteers with the Volunteers with RSVP of North CenRetired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) tral Iowa who were recognized for eachin North Central Iowa were honored ing one of these lifetime award levels recently at an ice cream social for the include: contribution of their time and talents to Silver Award elementary and middle school students BUFFALO CENTER — Pam Angstthroughout the region. The event was man. held in conjunction with Senior Corps FOREST CITY — JoAnn Bartleson, Week, May 7-11. Karolyn Overlie. The President’s Council on Service MASON CITY — Charlotte Locher. and Civic Participation was established Bronze Award in 2003 to recognize the contributions BRITT — Myra Bowman, Judy Eckels, volunteers make in their communities. Beverly Nelson, Carole Penning. The council established a President’s CLEAR LAKE — Joyce Knorr, Sandy Volunteer Service Award as a way to Nyhus. thank and honor Americans who, by GARNER — Kay Karsjens. their demonstrated commitment and JOICE — Judy Tenold. example, inspire others to engage in volKANAWHA — Kathryn Johnson. unteer service. Measured by the cumulaMASON CITY — Coni Samsel, Karen tive hours earned over a lifetime, three Slife. levels of awards are given: Bronze awards NORTHWOOD — Janis Borum. (100 to 249 lifetime service hours), Silver

RSVP volunteers honored

ISU marketing chapter wins first-place in competition AMES — The Iowa State National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) chapter won first-place in the association’s Student Marketing Team Competition, held in conjunction with the association’s annual conference and trade show, April 17-20 in Kansas City, Mo. Marketing team members included: Brittany Jurgemeyer, of Rockwell, a senior in public service and administration in agriculture, and Andy Edson, of Nashua, a junior in agricultural business. To compete, students developed a business plan and professional presentation to market a new product or service. This year the team marketed Caridea Farms fresh Iowa-raised shrimp. The team was judged by a panel of marketing and agribusiness profes-

sionals. The chapter’s marketing team advanced to the final round of competition, ultimately beating out 29 other universities for the first-place honors. This is the first time Iowa State University has won the national competition. The chapter also won the John Deere Signature award for overall points accrued for student participation, involvement in the national competition, scholarship awards and annual report. The team received $3,000 with the award that will be used for future chapter activities.

University of Wisconsin graduate MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Jamie Schmidt, of Whittemore, was among the 2012 spring graduates at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She received a Master of Music degree from the Peck School of the Arts.

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS MC Noon Rotary Names Scholarship Winners

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MASON CITY — The Noon Rotary Club presented scholarships to four Mason City students. The winners were selected on the basis of academic performance, and participation in community service projects that exemplify the Rotary motto, “Service Above Self.” Scholarship recipients are: Laura Dobryzinski, the daughter of Edward and Kathy Dobryzinski. She will attend Luther College. Alexandra Dunlay, the daughter of Patrick and Tiffany Dunlay. She will attend Creighton University this fall. Emily Hackman, the daughter of Adrian (Abe) and Lisa Hackman. She will attend Grinnell College. Hannah Lassise the daughter of Mark and Deb Lassise. She will attend the University of Iowa.

Briar Cliff University graduates SIOUX CITY — Briar Cliff University held its 81st commencement ceremony May 19, and awarded degrees to the following North Iowa students: Bachelor of Arts ALGONA — Kody Campe, Kara Remy. MASON CITY — Benjamin Taylor. Bachelor of Science in Nursing ALGONA — Brooke Myers, Melanie Myers. Bachelor of Social Work TITONKA — Katie Boeckholt. Master of Arts in Human Resource Management ALGONA — Robert Christian, Rose Molacek.

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Sew Heavenly Creations LLC 641.892.4111 209 W. Gilman St. Sheffield, IA Open W, F 12 Noon-5pm; Tu, Th 12 Noon-7pm; Sat 10am-2pm; Closed Monday 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 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!” CATERING Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill 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. DJ SERVICES Kirk’s Custom DJ Service 641.423.1126 or 800.496.1126 www.kirkscustomdj.com Trust the best for your wedding *Full Time Professional *Personal consultation prior to wedding *Light Show included *Huge music selection All at one premium wedding package price. Check your date at www.kirkscustomdj.com Experience Matters 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!

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ANNIVERSARIES Happy 25th Anniversary!

50 Years Together

John and Laurie Richards celebrated their 25th anniversary on May 23. Their daughters are Morgan and Taylor Love, Your Family

MASON CITY — Darold “Dewey” Haag and Sharon (Yezek) Haag of Mason City, Iowa, were married June 2, 1962, in Manly, Iowa. The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner. Cards can be sent to Darold “Dewey” and Sharon Haag at 2814 S. Madison Ave., Mason City, IA 50401. The couple’s children and their spouses are Dean and his wife Kyla of Northome, Minn., and Sheryl and her husband Jon of Mason City, Iowa. They have two grandchildren: Joe Mariner of Mason City, Iowa, and Kristin Mariner and fiancé Matt Engels of Rockwell, Iowa.

Today as both of you look back with happiness and pride Upon the Fifty cherished years that you’ve spent side by side, May every memory that you share of dreams you’ve seen come true, And may you know the depth of love your family has for you!

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Dave Christensen and Kris (Savas) Christensen were married on May 29, 1982, at the Greek Orthodox Church in Mason City. The will celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary with a trip to their home in Phoenix, where they will enjoy spending time with their two children, Jamie Christensen-Kraemer and Matt Christensen.