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65th Anniversary Vaughn and

Harlan Myron Holstad

Joan (Burnett) Escher

and Virginia Mae Holstad

of Mason City were married on April 16, 1947.

They celebrated their 65th anniversary with a family dinner on Easter weekend.

of Hampton, Iowa, were married April 11, 1952, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Depew, Iowa.

Engaged

Congratulations Charity Edgar,

Sara Ysen

daughter of Gerald and Virginia Edgar, recently graduated from Direct Commission Officer Indoctrination School at Naval Station Newport, R.I.

and Benjamin Hagen announce their engagement.

A wedding date has not yet been set.

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MEMORIAL

DAY TO REMEMBER

In Memory of

Charity Edgar, Navy Officer

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If you have an item to submit to this section, please stop by the Globe Gazette for a form Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at 300 North Washington, Mason City. Online submission is encouraged at www.globegazette.com, click on EXTRAS then Celebrations.

To be printed in the Sunday’s Celebrations section and Online, items must be in the Globe Gazette office no later than 5 pm Monday prior to publication. We can’t take the information over the phone, and we ask that announcements be printed or typed. It would also be helpful if you include a daytime phone number in case there are any questions.

Engagements & Weddings: Standard announcement will be published free of charge without a photo. Custom wording and photos are an additional charge. (See chart below.)

Anniversaries: At 25 years or more, we will publish the standard announcement free of charge. Anniversaries of less than 25 years can be published as a Day to Remember starting at $26.50. Custom wording & photos are an additional charge. (See chart below.)

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We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday, and all the days before that too.

We think of you in silence, we often speak your name.

Now all we have are memories, and your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake, with which we’ll never part.

God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts.

Charity Edgar, daughter of Gerald and Virginia Edgar, recently graduated from Direct Commission Officer Indoctrination School at Naval Station Newport, R.I. Ensign Edgar serves as a Public Affairs Officer and continues her military training at the Defense Military Information School, Fort Meade, Md. Her civilian job is at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington as Associate Manager of Committees and Communications for the Environment, Technology & Regulatory Affairs division.

A 2007 graduate of the University of Dubuque and a 2004 graduate of Garner-Hayfield High School, she follows in the footsteps of her father, grandfathers, uncles and a cousin, by serving in the Armed Forces.

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Cards of Thanks:

Will be published for $10 up to 50 words.

We miss you Son and Brother — Myron and Brad Van Horn

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THANK YOU

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A special “Thanks” to all my wonderful friends, my family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren for all the great birthday cards and phone calls!

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Joeseph J. Ezarski, 95 years old, of the IOOF Home, Mason City, is pictured with his sister, Amelia Destival who turned 100 on April 6.

Pictured behind her father is his daughter Marvelann Rushing, from Fayetteville, N.C. The birthday celebration was held at the Community Center in Janesville, Iowa.

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ANNIVERSARY Corporal Leland Faktor died 70 years ago, a courageous 20-year-old killed in service to his country on the Raid Over Tokyo with Jimmy Doolittle.

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Merrick, Doty Escher, 65th anniversary Vaughn and Joan (Burnett) Escher of Mason City were married on April 16, 1947. They celebrated their 65th anniversary with a family dinner on Easter weekend.

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MARRIED MASON CITY — Tara JoAnn Doty and Matthew Merrick were united in marriage on April 1, 2012, at East Park in Mason City, Iowa, by Michael Merrick.

Tara is the daughter of Kathy Doty and Rollie Doty of Shell Rock. Matthew is the son of Michael Merrick of Mason City.

Maid of honor was Amanda Doty. Tara’s other attendant was Kelsey Vance. Best man was Justin Merrick.

Matthew’s other attendant was Keithy Doty.

The flower girl was Alexis Merrick. The ring bearer was Anthony Doty.

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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).

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HAMPTON — Harlan Myron Holstad and Virginia Mae Holstad of Hampton, Iowa, were married April 11, 1952, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Depew, Iowa.

The couple will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with a family dinner.

Cards can be sent to Harlan and Virginia Holstad at 105 18th Ave. N.E., Hampton, IA 50441.

The couple’s children and their spouses are son Sheldon and his wife Beth of St. Louis, Mo., and daughter, Sheila and her husband Rob McCormick, Hampton, Iowa. They have four grandchildren.

Pete and Doris (Limberg) Leuwerke were married April 16, 1947, at the Christian Reformed Church, southwest of Woden.

They have five children; Dennis (Donna) Leuwerke; Ron (Beth) Leuwerke; Arvella (Greg) Kent; Randy (Brenda) Leuwerke; LaRae (Dale) Haugland. They also have 15 grandchildren, one step-grandson, 22 great-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren.

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BIRTHDAYS HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY!

Bonner is 80!

Thomas Eugene Manning

Agnes Lewis, 90

Jesse White, 90

Thomas E Manning of Mason City will be celebrating his 90th birthday On Saturday, April 21, 2012, with his family.

ROCKFORD — A family celebration is planned for Jesse White, of Rockford, who will celebrate his 90th birthday, April 20.

He was born April 20, 1922 in Hanford, Iowa.

Cards may be sent to Jesse at: 1052 190th St., Rockford, IA 50468. Please no gifts, just well wishes.

Alexander Trainer, 1

Every day is priceless. God Bless You! Jim and Cynthia Zach Evan and Sarah Zach

BIRTHDAY Jean Ostendorf, 85 KLEMME — Jean Ostendorf, of Klemme, will celebrate her 85th birthday at an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 21, at the Klemme Community Center.

She will celebrate with her family: Claudia and Duane Boeding, Paul and Toni Ostendorf and Lynn and Diane Ostendorf, along with eight grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren.

She requests no gifts, please.

A card shower is also

Joyce Shober, 80 MASON CITY — Joyce Shober, of Mason City, celebrated her 80th birthday at a family dinner, April 7. Joyce’s actual birthday is April 11.

planned. Cards may be sent to her at the following address: 117 S. Fourth St., Klemme, IA 50449.

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Join us to celebrate Jim (Slim) Bonner’s 80th birthday.

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MASON CITY — Agnes Lewis, of Mason City, will celebrate her 90th birthday April 18 with a card shower.

Birthday greetings may be sent to her at at the following address: 361 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Apt 2C, Mason City, IA 50401.

She was born April 18, 1922, in Dougherty, Iowa.

Dale Hildebrand, 90 MASON CITY — A 90th birthday reception for Leslie Dale Hildebrand of Mason City will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 22, at the Trinity Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall in Mason City.

Everyone is welcome. No presents please.

Cards can be mailed to 13 24th St. S.W., Mason City, IA 50401.

(Leslie) Dale Hildebrand 1922, in Floyd County, Iowa. was born on March 12,

Pat Thompson, 80 years

Love — Mom, Dad, Tyson, MASON CITY — Pat Thompson of Mason City, Iowa, Jared and Ashton will be honored at an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 2012, at First United Methodist Church to celebrate her 80th birthday.

We request no gifts please. Cards of celebration can Happy 90th Birthday Dad! be sent to 114 27th St. S.W., Mason City, IA 50401.

Jerome Heimer (Bucky) We want to wish Dad a big 90th Happy Birthday from the whole family.

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BIRTHDAYS Happy 90th Birthday

Bernard McMurray will celebrate his 90th birthday on April 24.

Birthday greeting may be sent to him at: 12805 240th St., Mason City, IA 50401.

Happy Birthday, Dad! Judy Olinger, Ginny and Dave DeWitt, John and Cathy McMurray, Charles and Beverly McMurray, and all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Happy 65th Birthday on April 20!

ENGAGED

Alitz’s celebrate 94th birthday

Weis, Reuter Clifford and Arlene Alitz of Nora Springs, Iowa, will be honored at an Open House Birthday Party to celebrate their 94th birthdays from 2 to 4 p.m. April 22, 2012, at the Nora Springs Care Facility.

Entertainment and refreshments will be provided.

Cards can be sent to 907 W. Congress, Nora Springs, IA 50458.

Joyce Crabb, 80 HAMPTON — Joyce Crabb, of Hampton, will celebrate her 80th birthday at a family dinner April 24.

She was born April 24, 1932.

Greetings may be sent to Joyce at: 115 Fifth Ave. S.E., Hampton, IA 50441.

THANK YOU 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 Love, my heart to succor me in my necessity (make your —Sandra, Steve, Wendy, request.)

Whitney Jo, Kelsey, Wade, There are none that can withstand your power.

Lonna, Maia and Morgan.

Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times).

Cards may be sent to: Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 Bob Powell: times).

129 N. 15th St., Say this prayer for three consecutive days.

Clear Lake, IA 50428.

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Chelsea Weis and Keith Reuter announce their upcoming wedding.

Chelsea is the daughter of Mark and Kim Weis of Stacyville, Iowa. She is a 2007 graduate of St. Ansgar High School. She also graduated from North Iowa Area Community College with her LPN in Smith, Dalluge 2010, and will be graduatERICA SMITH of Ames, Iowa, is the daughter of ing with her RN in early Scott and Tammy Smith of Sheboygan, Wis. Erica is a May. She works part time 2004 graduate of Sheboygan South High School and a as a nurse at Oakwood 2008 graduate of Lakeland College with a BA in Chem- Care Center in Clear Lake, istry. She is currently pursuing her doctorate degree in Iowa.

Analytical Chemistry at Iowa State University.

Keith is the son of DUSTIN DALLUGE of Ames, Iowa, is the son of Steve Brendy Reuter of Mason and Jane Dalluge of Grafton, Iowa. Dustin is a 2004 City and Gary and Patty graduate of St. Ansgar High School and a 2008 graduate Reuter of Manly, Iowa. of Iowa State University with a BS in Mechanical EngiKeith is a 2008 graduate of neering. He is currently pursuing his doctorate degree in Central Springs. He then Mechanical Engineering and Biorenewable Technology continued his education at at Iowa State University.

NIACC and Waldorf, gradThe couple will be married at 2 p.m. July 7, 2012, at uating in December of 2011 Trinity Lutheran Church in Sheboygan, Wis. A honeywith his elementary edumoon trip to Alaska is planned. cation degree. He is currently employed as a fourth grade teacher at Roosevelt Elementary Garner, Morris School in Mason City, Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery Iowa.

Garner of Molena, Ga., and The couple will be marMs. Vonnie Reicherts of ried on Saturday, May 26, Clear Lake, Iowa, are 2012, at Wesley United pleased to announce the Methodist Church in engagement and forthMason City, Iowa. coming marriage of their children, Emily Danielle Garner and Mathias Michael Elgin Morris. The wedding will take place May 5, 2012, in Concord, Ga.

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Aubrey Olivia Zishka VANCOUVER, Wash. — Adam and Sara Zishka, of Vancouver, Wash., are the parents of a daughter, Aubrey SARA YSEN, of Ventura, Iowa, is the daughter of Greg Olivia, born Jan. 11, 2012, at the Peace Health South West Family Birth Center, Vancouver. and Mona Ysen of Hibbing, Minn. Sara graduated from She weighed 7 pounds and was 21 inches long.

Hibbing Senior High School, and College of Saint Grandparents are Robert and Mary Zishka, Mason Scholastica — Duluth, Minn., and is employed as a City, Iowa, and Heidi Reimer, Afton, Iowa. physical therapist.

BENJAMIN HAGEN, of Mason City, Iowa, is the son of Gary and Toni Hagen of Mason City, Iowa. Benjamin graduated from Mason City High School, and is owner of Hagen Kustoms, a custom bike painting business.

A wedding date has not yet been set.

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THANK YOU

Thank You

Thank you for the beautiful cards and kind words on our 50th anniversary. We were overwhelmed by your thoughtfulness and made us feel so special. To our children, thank you for taking time to surprise us with the pictures and article you published. We know how truly blessed we are with our family and friends. Again, thanks!

— Pete and Rilla Arnold

Shannon, Bonwell JACKIE SHANNON of Mason City, Iowa, is the daughter of Michael and Susan Shannon of Mason City. Jackie is a 1997 graduate of Mason City High School. She is currently employed at the North Iowa Community Credit Union of Mason City.

CAMREAN BONWELL of Mason City, Iowa, is the son of Cherri Bonwell of League City, Texas, and the late Dennis Bonwell. Camrean is a 1991 graduate of Clear Lake High School and a veteran of the United States Air Force. He currently is employed at

Thank You We would like to thank everyone who sent cards, called us or otherwise conveyed congratulations to us for our milestone birthdays and anniversary.

And a special thank you to our daughters, sons-inlaw, Lynnanne and Russ Bull, Anne and Ray Zook (and Zoe) and grandson, Ryan Bull. It was a great day.

— Raymond and Jean Groth

Lehigh Portland Cement Company of Mason City.

The couple will be married July 7, 2012, at Trinity Thank You Lutheran Church in Mason We wish to thank all of you for the overwhelming City, Iowa. amount of anniversary cards that we received on our 60th anniversary day. This was a very special day for us!

— Melvin and Myrna Davis

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Blackburn College Dean’s List

CARLINVILLE, Ill. — Cody Meyer, of Mason City, was named to the Blackburn College Dean’s List after earning a 3.8 grade point average for the 2011 fall semester.

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Osage honor rolls OSAGE — Osage High School released its third quarter honor rolls, recognized the following students. An asterisk indicates a 4.0 grade point average.

A Honor Roll 9th Grade: Dominique Adams, *Brett Barker, *Samuel Bellairs, Taylor Dohlman, Tyler Friesen, Rachel Grimm, *Brady Jennings, Roni Kruse, McCown Leggett, *Lucas Maakestad, Faith Meineke, *Rebecca Mullenbach, Alyssa Nash, Kala Rogers, Amber Schwarting, Bailey Simpson, Rebekah Sletten, *Nathen Spitz, Emily Sullivan, Haley Wagner, *Sicily Williams.

10th Grade: Taylor Andrews, Chandler Banta, Lindsay Beyer, *Matthew Biederman, Jayme Blaser, Izak Christensen, Curtis Dieterich, *Benjamin Dralle, Jessie Gast, Christopher Hanke, Megan Huftalin, *Dianna Huisman, Laura Klaes, Tate Levendusky, Laura Mallinger, Cassidy Mohl, Douglas Perrin, Katie Plotzke, Thomas Randall, Tyler Randall, Cole Riley, Casey Ringhofer, Elizabeth Shaw, Mollie Shultz, Emily Valasek, Justin Zimmerman.

11th Grade: Colin Barker, *Maggi Brown, *Kloe Chisholm, Natalie Gast, Tyler Havel, Brianna Hemann, John Jenkins, Abagail Johnson, Lakota Kirst, *Lauren Kisley, Jesse Klaes, Annetta Krukow, McKenzy Marley, *Madeline Miller, *Anna Riley, Ashlyn Ruehlow, Jared Tolliver, Whitney Wagner, *Sydney Williams, Heidi Wrage, Emily Wright.

12th Grade: Jacob Anhorn, Thomas Biederman, *Katie Blaser, Chloe Campbell, Catherine Clark, Alexa Friesen,

Danielle Hejhal, *Katie Klaes, Connor Krabbe, *Billi Kraft, Joshua Lackore, *Jenna Malecek, Cassidy Murl, *Jacob Murphy, Cally Niess, Kirsten Olson, Alix Paulus, Cortney Perrin, *Ryan Randall, *Samantha Rogers, Joseph Roll, Alyssa Schroeder, Benjamin Schwarting, *Sawyer Small, Garret Spitz, Jenna Thompson.

B Honor Roll 9th Grade: Ashley Baer, Amayranis Berry, Joshua Flugge, Thatcher Goodale, Morgan Grimm, Jeremy Hahn, Jenna Hanson, Kimberly Heckstein, Mitch Huftalin, Jamie Jacobs, Jessica Kimmey, Lucas Klein, Darin Koch, Rebecka Koenigs, Ralee Kruse, Orry Leggett, Thomas Low, Marshall Mack, Sam McCarty, Rebecca Michael, Kara Miller, Marcus Paulus, Blake Phillips, Samuel Ransom, Jacob Roalfs, Jared Rogers, Julianna Sauve, Wyatt Spitz, Zoey Thompson, Natasha Wieland.

10th Grade: Turner Atwell, Brenda Avila, Shae Bartusek, Ryan Blake, Stephanie Bremer, Kole Broderick, Ethan Bye, Dakota Carpenter, Angela Chambers, Alisha Clayton, Trevor Haaland, Kayla Hallett, Jessica Hickle, Rose Huffman, Dillon Johnson, Dylan Klaes, Nolan Lawler, Josie Malecek, Kelsey Ott, Kaylyn Parks, Jacqueline Paulus, Hailey Popp, Carter Roggensack, Trevor Secrist, Kimberly Shaw, Trevor Taets, Corina Tucke, Hank Wagner, Krysta Waite, Jadee Walsh, Jordan VandenAvond, Jeffrey Weber, Nicholas Weigle, Kimberly Wenger, Valerie Winn.

11th Grade: Isabella Arciniega, Jayna Baer, Drew Bellairs, Kendra Berg, Cameron Broderick, Justin Chambers, David

Clapp, Derek Counsell, Tanner Flugge, Taylor Grimm, Ashley Groff, Daniel Hardy, Starr Huebsch, Mary Huffman, Anna Kimmey, Brooke Krahn, Matthew Mack, Jonah Roggensack, Miranda Schwarz, Nicole Wagner.

12th Grade: Trisha Adams, Caitlin Block, Matthew Bushbaum, Christopher Castek, Joseph Cockrum, Morgen Cornwell, Zachary Dralle, Mitchell Eisenman, Luke Hanke, Alexis Heaverlo, Kelly Heckstein, Jared Johanns, Jasmine Johnson, Francine Jones, Kayci Klobassa, Leo Kruse, Jacey Kuehne, Lillith Lickteig, Sydney Michael, Joseph Michels, Andrew Milbrandt, Roger Moen, Tanner Molitor, Joshua Mostek, Kyle O’Malley, Jaide O’Donohue, Taylor Ott, Casey Palsic, Jagger Quindt, Kacie Rinnels, Zachary Roalfs, Jessica Rogers, Rachel Schultz, Richard Stevens, Haley Tourtellott, Caden Walsh, Christopher Weigle, Darren Wilde.

Gordo Explorers, “Teens & Bullying: A Problem for Everyone,” Merit Extemporaneous Speaking: Kaytlyn Smith, 9th grade, Shifting Gears, State Fair Excellence/S Exhibitor Educational Presenta tions: Nathan Elsbernd, 5th grade, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “Tour of a Bee State Hive,” Excellence/S Fair; Trevor Smith, 5th grade, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “Pet Safety,” Merit; Brendan Smith, 8th grade, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “Down SynState drome,” Excellence/S Fair; Aunalea Timpe, 8th grade, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “Abortion-Statistics and More,” ExcelState Fair; Erin lence/S Smith, 5th grade, Mason City Challengers, “Decorative Glass Squares,” State Fair; Excellence/S Karah Smith, 8th grade,

Shifting Gears, “How to Make a Trifle,” State Fair; Excellence/S Britta Becker, 9th grade, Shifting Gears, “Water Marbling Nails,” ExcelState Fair; Gracie lence/S Smith, 5th grade, Shifting Gears, “‘Cup’ Cakes,” Merit; Claytan Smith, 4th grade, Shifting Gears, “Origami Balloons,” Excellence; Nicholas Fallis, 5th grade, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “What artist is this?” Excellence, Alternate State Fair Working exhibits Annie Moore, 7th grade, Cerro Gordo Explorers, with “Rock Necklaces,” State Fair; Excellence/S Nicholas Fallis, 5th grade, Mason City Challengers, with “Make an Origami State Cup!” Excellence/S Fair; Philomena Schnoebelen, 8th grade, Ventura Hustlers, “Origami Money,” Merit

Share-The -Fun: Karah Smith, Kaytlyn Smith, Gracie Smith, Cailey Weaver, McKenna Weaver, Taya Riediger, Treyton Riediger, Caitlyn Starr, Shifting Gears “County Girl,” State Fair; Shifting Gears Club, “4-H Wants You!” State Fair; Kaytlyn Smith, Shifting Gears, “Something to Talk About,” vocal solo; Mason City Challengers Club “4H Forever;” Nathan Elsbernd, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “Morning,” piano, State Fair; Ventura Hustlers Club “Trash Can Band;” Nathan Elsbernd, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “Serenade from Don Giovanni,” trumpet; Nicholas Fallis, Mason City Challengers, “The Kings Dance,” piano; Cerro Gordo Explorers Club “4H News”

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4-H SpringFest MASON CITY — 4-H SpringFest Communications day was held March 24 at the Muse-Norris Conference Center. This event is part of the North Iowa Fair and ribbons were received.

SpringFest 2012 results: Interpretive Reading (County Class): Nicholas Fallis, 5th grade, Mason City Challengers, “I’m Late for School,” Merit; Aunalea Timpe, 8th grade, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “Seymore Carrots,” Excellence; Miranda Wulff, 8th grade, Cerro Gordo Explorers, “A Collection of Robert Frost Poems,” Excellence Prepared Speech (County Class): Miranda Wulff, 8th grade, Cerro

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Matson to graduate with honors COLUMBIA, Mo. — Michael Edmund Hans Matson will graduate from the University of Missouri, May 12, 2012, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in biology. He will graduate with departmental honors.

In addition, Michael was chosen to present research at the Maize Genetics Conference in Portland, Oregon.

Michael was extended several fellowship offers for graduate studies. He has accepted the Dean’s Distinguished Fellowship award from the University of California – Riverside.

He will enter the Ph.D program for Genetics,

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Genomics and Bioinformatics.

Michael is the grandson of Richard and Bonna Matson, of Mason City, Iowa, and the son of Mike and Eileen Matson, of O’Fallon, Ill.

Palmer College of Chiropractic Dean’s List ROCKFORD — Maria Staudt, of Rockford, a current ninth trimester student in the doctor of chiropractic program at Palmer Collge of Chiropractic, Davenport, was named to the Dean’s List for the eighth trimester.

To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a minimum grade point average of 3.50 in all studies for the respective term, based on a 4.00.

MILITARY NOTES Air Force Airman Dakotah Kamp graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. He is the son of Paula and Randy Kamp, of Mitchell, and is a 2011 graduate of Osage High School.

Army ROTC Cadet Aaron T. Slaichert received the George C. Marshall Award, during an awards ceremony at the Marshall Center, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, Va. The award is presented annually to the most outstanding senior Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) cadets, in military science studies and leadership values, in each battalion at host universities or colleges. This is a national award and the highest award an ROTC cadet can receive.

Slaichert is a student at Iowa State University, Ames.

He is the son of Tim and Karen Slaichert, of Garner, and is a 2006 graduate of Garner-Hayfield High School.

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BRIDAL SHOPS The Bridal Theatre 139 W. 4th St., St. Ansgar, IA 50472 641.713.2303 www.bridaltheatre.com Our First Priority is YOU-Everything for your Special Occasion...from gowns and tuxes to all of the accessories; add to that exceptional personal service, and you have the wedding you’ve dreamed of! Stay close to home-where it doesn’t cost more, it’s just nicer at The Bridal Theatre in St. Ansgar.

641- 713-2303 www.bridaltheatre.com Store Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-3pm Formalities 641.423-6124 21 2nd St NE, Mason City formalitiesbridalwear.com formalitiesbridalwear@yahoo.com Formalities has been serving the North Iowa area for over 50 years. Formalities carries bridal gowns, bridesmaids, flowergirls, mothers gowns, prom gowns and all the accessories needed for your special day.

Formalities has an elite group of seamstresses that can create that perfect fit! Formalities carries gowns in all sizes from infant to plus sizes. We have hundreds of gowns to choose from - buy right off the rack or place a special order - we’ll help you through the whole process.

Formalities also carries fashion handbags/purses!

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 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 party-from 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. Providing unparalleled customer service and of course in-house alterations to make your preparations worry free. We do request appointments for bridal consultations so that we can spend quality time assisting you in the search for your dream gown. Ask about our platinum package. Come say yes to your dress at Bliss!

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.

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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!

Community Quick Print 19 18th Street SE, Mason City 641.424.4342 www.communityqp.com For all your special events: weddings, save the date cards, invitations and stationary. Graduations, special parties, company events. Customized banners for all occasions. Professional design staff available to help you create just the right look for all your printing or banner needs. 10% of every purchase is donated to local organizations. Ask how you can help your favorite local organization.

RECEPTIONS 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.

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

WEDDING SITE AND RECEPTION PM Park 15297 Rainy Drive South Shore, Clear Lake PostNet 641.357.1991 or 641.529.2222 641.423.1980 www.pmpark.net 451 Indian Head Dr., Mason City Wedding site, reception and lodging available all on Between Wal-Mart & Kohl’s Featuring the finest in personalized wedding and social beautiful Clear Lake. Now taking bookings for 2013! stationery Whether it’s an invitation for a wedding, an anniversary or graduation, depend on PostNet to deliver the perfect message.

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GLOBE GAZETTE CELEBRATIONS

ANNIVERSARIES

RETIREMENT

McMurray, 40 years John and Cathy (Stricker) McMurray were married on April 15, 1972, at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Mason City.

They celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with family and friends.

Their family includes son Chad (Emilie) McMurray and granddaughters Emma and Lauren, and daughter Mary (Joe) Fox. Anniversary wishes may be sent to: John and Cathy McMurray, 12885 230th St., Mason City, IA 50401.

Faas, 30 years Greg Faas and Mindy Worth Faas of Osage, Iowa, were married on Dec. 19, 1981, at the Catholic church in Lyle, Minn.

The couple celebrated their 30th anniversary with a trip to Jamaica.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Tim and Holly Kruse (Jayden, Jesse and Jaret) and Jake Faas and April (Alex and Abby).

Thank you to all of my loyal patients over the past 32 years. Your trust and support has been very gratifying, and I am humbled by your kind words. Thanks also to all the wonderful doctors, nurses, and support staff who have helped care for my patients. May God grant each of you good health and happiness in the years to come!

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