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Mason City, Iowa ✦ Sunday, January 8, 2012

90th Birthday

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Five generations Leon Caspersen and Irene (DeRock) Caspersen of Clear Lake, Iowa, were married Jan. 12, 1952, in Rockwell, Iowa.

Merilayne Ferrier Muth, 90 Jan. 16, 2012 Great-grandma Kathleen Fielder; Grandpa Jamie Fielder with Ashley and Aiden Marie; Grandma Shannon Mannenga with Miranda and Callum Gregory. Merilayne’s other children are Scarlett Aucker and Bonnie Bradbury.

She also has eight other grandchildren and 10 other great-grandchildren. A family dinner is planned. Cards can be sent to: 919 13th St. S.E., Mason City, IA 50401.

Married Jessica Higgins and Michael Sporleder were united in marriage on Sept. 17, 2011, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City, Iowa

Merilayne with her daughters (left to right) Scarlett, Bonnie and Kathleen.

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CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Mike Ward for receiving his Master’s Degree in business through Upper Iowa University.

Mike lives in Des Moines, and is the son of Bob and Linda Ward, of Mason City.

THANK YOU Thank You I would like to thank my relatives and friends for the beautiful flowers, the cards, gifts and calls for my birthday. A special thank you to my family for making my 90th birthday so very special.

— Lucille Schultz Mason City, Iowa

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Sporleder, Higgins Ostrander, Vela Becerra DR. ANNA OSTRANDER, of Ames, Iowa, is the daughter of Mark and Jean Ostrander of Clear Lake, Iowa. Anna is employed as an emergency physician at Mary Greeley Hospital, McFarland Clinic, in Ames, Iowa.

DR. JAVIER VELA BECERRA, of Ames, Iowa, is the son of Francisco and Carmelita Vela Becerra of Xalapa, Mexico. Javier is a graduate chemistry professor at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa.

The couple will be married at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012, at Now Jade Resort in Puerto Morelos, Mexico.

A reception honoring the couple will be held March 2 at the Iowa State University Alumni Center.

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MASON CITY — Jessica Higgins and Michael Sporleder were united in marriage on Sept. 17, 2011, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City, Iowa, by Father Dennis Cahill.

Jessica is the daughter of Dennis Higgins of Mason City and Mary Higgins of Urbandale, Iowa, and granddaughter of Arlene Higgins of Mason City.

Michael’s parents are David and Gail Sporleder of Story City, Iowa. Michael’s grandparents are Viola Sporleder of Winona, Minn., and Patricia Twedt of Story City.

Maid of honor was Lindsay Higgins, Burnt Hills, N.Y. Jessica’s other attendants were Meg McAtee of Urbandale, Iowa; Marie Ott, Ankeny, Iowa; Lindsay Klouse, Ankeny; and Brittney Boehmer, St. Louis, Mo. Best man was Matthew Sporleder, Story City.

Michael’s other attendants were Matt Gerjets of Ames, Iowa; Danny Higgins, Tempe, Ariz.; Brian Wakefield, Gilbert, Iowa, and Kent Doolittle, Huxley, Iowa.

The flower girl was Adalyn Sporleder, niece of the groom. The ring bearer was Caden Sporleder, nephew of the groom. Ushers were Ed McAtee, Urbandale, and Michael Krecji, Tempe, Ariz. Personal attendant was Kim Sporleder, sister-in-law of the groom.

A reception was held at The Clarion Inn, Mason City, Iowa, and was hosted by Rich and Nancy Greenelee and Pat and Renee Sporleder.

Jessica graduated from Newman High School in 2003 and Drake University in 2007 with a Bachelor’s degree and 2009 with a Master’s degree. Jessica is employed by Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) of West Des Moines, Iowa.

Michael graduated from Roland-Story High School in 1999 and Iowa State University in 2004. Michael is employed by B&B Construction of Story City, Iowa.

The couple honeymooned in Riviera Maya, Cancun, Mexico. The couple will reside in Altoona, Iowa.

BIRTHDAY Kathryn (Raecker) Hungerford, 85 OSAGE — Kathryn (Raecker) Hungerford of Osage celebrated her 85th birthday on Jan. 2, 2012, with a family dinner.

Birthday greetings may be sent to her at 909 Chase St., Osage, IA 50461.

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CLEAR LAKE — Leon Caspersen and Irene (DeRock) Caspersen of Clear Lake, Iowa, were married Jan. 12, 1952, in Rockwell, Iowa.

The couple has requested no gifts please. Cards can be sent to Leon and Irene Caspersen at 4700 East Main, Space #1502, Mesa, AZ 85205.

The couple will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary in Mesa, Ariz., with friends and with their entire family this upcoming summer in Iowa.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Janice Foley (Tim), Bettendorf, Iowa; Mike Caspersen (Janette), Rockwell, Iowa; Mary Kay

Pearce (Randy), Minneapolis, Minn.; David Caspersen, Rockwell, Iowa; Teresa Thomas (Randy), Urbandale, Iowa; Angela Skarlis (John), Cedar Falls, Iowa. They have 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

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Formalities was awarded the North Iowa Readers Choice once again! Shop Formalities! 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 newest and largest bridal and formalwear superstore! Sweet Things, etc. and Sir Knight formalwear have come together to provide the area with the largest selection in the area.

We provide unparalleled customer service and of course in-house alterations. We require appointments for bridal consultations so that we can spend quality time helping you find the perfect gown. Come say yes to your dress at Bliss!

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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.

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RECEPTIONS Mason City Country Club 641.424.3014 3331 19th St. SW, Mason City Membership not required! Sit down dinners. Multiple style buffets. Appetizer buffet. Dance floor and more!

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MacNider Art Museum 641.421.3666 303 Second Street SE, Mason City jklein@masoncity.net Unforgettable weddings, distinguished receptions. An elegant setting to make lasting memories.

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.

Mason City Moose Lodge Family Center 641.423.1873 22 4th St. NW, Mason City The Moose Lodge Family Center rents their ballroom out for weddings and other occasions. Food available.

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BIRTHDAYS Chris Wille’s 90th Birthday

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Daisy Kiewiet, 98

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FOREST CITY — Daisy Kiewiet of Forest City, Iowa, will be honored at an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Jan. 14 at the Forest Plaza Assisted Living in Forest City, to celebrate her 98th birthday.

She was born Jan. 13, 1914.

Birthday greetings may be sent to her at 635 Highway 9 E., Forest City, IA 50436.

PARK RIDGE, Ill. — Larisa Greve and Travis Kruger were united in marriage July 10, 2011, at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Park Ridge, Ill.,

by Pastor Judy Converse.

Larisa is the daughter of Jeff and Susan Greve, of Park Ridge, Ill. Travis is the son of Laurene and Neil Kruger, of Grafton, Iowa.

The bride’s maid of honor was Shea Kruger.

Her other attendants were Katy Bratko, Melissa Hansen, Meghan McKelvey, Chelsea DeLong, Kelsey Lee, and Melissa Sechrist.

The groom’s best man was Eric Greve. His other attendants were Daniel

NEW ARRIVAL Raine Irene Squier MASON CITY — Jason and Rachel Squier of St. Ansgar, Iowa, are the parChris Wille, father of Sharon Steckman, will celebrate ents of a daughter, Raine his 90th birthday on Jan. 14, 2012. You may recall Chris Irene Squier, born at 5:22 p.m. on Nov. 23, 2011, at who made friends with people at the Main Street MarMercy Medical Center — ket, Ralph’s Garden Restaurant, The Pastime Gardens North Iowa. She weighed 7 and other places during his visits to Mason City. pounds, 15 ounces, and Sharon and her sister, Barbara Simonsen of Omaha, was 21 inches long.

Neb., have planned a birthday celebration at the Inn of She joins a proud big San Ignacio, 1861 Demetrie Loop, Green Valley, Ariz. brother, Gavin James Sharon and Barbara invite all friends and family to Squier. attend the celebration from 3 to 5 p.m.

Grandparents are James Those wishing to send birthday greetings may send and Kathy Squier of St. them to Chris at his home: 3443 S. Placita del Disfrute, Ansgar, and Richard and Green Valley, AZ 85622.

Henrich, Randy Mogk, Eric Johnson, and James Juett.

Larisa is a graduate student in Ann Arbor, Mich.

Travis is attending medical school in Ann Arbor.

The couple resides in Ann Arbor.

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Gloria Reding of Stacyville. Great-grandparents are Marlys Follmuth, and Melvin and Bernice Reding.

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THANK YOU The family of Shirley Kohler would like to give a warm thank you for all the prayers, love and support you showed us during Shirley’s illness, and at the time of her passing — be it beautiful flowers, kind words, hugs, or a monetary donation to her memorial.

Your heartfelt sympathy and caring are deeply appreciated.

We thank the Hospice nurses for their care. We thank Dano Morf and staff from Hogan-BremerMoore for the compassion

shown to our family. We thank Wendy Johannesen and the Methodist Women for their support. All of you showed us how much our beloved Shirley touched so many lives. Shirley will be forever in our hearts.

Thank You — The Shirley Kohler Family

Thank you 2011 was a difficult year. I want to thank everyone that helped me through it with cards, gifts, prayers and visits. Also, thanks to my Redeemer Book Club and

Alzheimer’s Support Group. our anniversary with our Special thanks to Conchildren and their spouses cord Care Center in Garner, over the holiday. and their employees and — Thank you from Mike and Wendy Hegtvedt residents, for their TLC and many friendships.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL! Love, — Pat Hoyt

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